Celtics 105 - Heat 95: C's defense bounces back versus MIA

When the Celtics play that tough, gritty, hard-nosed defense -- they are very hard team to beat.

The Celtics (10-8) forced 18 Heat turnovers, made 15 steals and shot 47.5 percent from the floor en route to an impressive 105-95 win on the second night of a back-to-back.

Magic 110 - Celtics 91: Oladipo, Magic blow pass C's

The Celtics are off to a bad start on their five-game road trip.

After beating up the Washington Wizards on Friday, the Celtics received a beating of their own at Orlando as the Magic cruised to a 110-91 win. 

2015-16 Warriors vs. 2007-08 Celtics: Who you got?

The Golden State Warriors are now 17-0 and the comparisons to the 95-96 Chicago Bulls have begun.

Let's pump the brakes on that...

Celtics 111 - Wizards 78: Jared Sullinger, C's crush Wizards

Behind great defense and efficient offense, the Celtics routed the visiting Wizards, 111-78 at TD Garden.

The Celtics got off to a quick start, thanks to Jared Sullinger (18 points, 15 rebounds), who had his fourth double-double of the season by halftime. The C's closed out the first half with a 54-36 lead, and then kept the pedal to the medal in the second half, outscoring the Wizards 57-42 to seal the blowout win. The Celtics forced 22 turnovers, and Washington never led.

Celtics 84 - Sixers 80: C's late-game rally pushes 76ers to 0-16

For a while there, it looked like the Celtics going to give the 76ers (0-16) their first win of the season. In the end, the 76ers blew an 11-point lead in the last six minutes of the game and are now losers of their last 26 games.

The Celtics looked miserable.

Hawks 121 - Celtics 97: Hawks outplay C's in ATL

After a disappointing loss at Brooklyn on Sunday to the lowly Nets, the Celtics suffered another gut-wrenching loss to the Hawks in a 121-97 rout.

Smart out 2-3 weeks, big loss for the Celtics

The Celtics are going to miss Marcus Smart.

Before facing the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, Celtics coach Brad Stevens said that Smart will be out for at least two weeks with a lower left leg injury.

Nets 111 - Celtics 101: C's suffer worst loss of season in Brooklyn

What a difference 48 hours makes.

After crushing the Nets at TD Garden on Friday, the Celtics suffered what may end up being their worst defeat of the season, 111-101 at Brooklyn (3-11). Considering the C's (7-6) own the Nets' first-round pick, the loss is twice as tough to swallow.

Marcus Smart to miss 1-2 games

Celtics guard Marcus Smart will not be traveling with the team to Brooklyn for Sunday night's game against the Nets due to meniscus damage suffered in Friday night's game against the Nets.

Celtics 120 - Nets 95: C's blow out the Nets

For the second consecutive game, the Celtics grabbed a big lead in the first half -- the only difference this time, they were able to to hold onto it.

Coach Stevens on Kevin McHale: 'I don't agree'

The Houston Rockets surprisingly fired their head coach Kevin McHale on Wednesday, just 11 games into the NBA season. Celtics coach Brad Stevens expressed his feelings on Houston's decision to fire McHale last night before his game against the Dallas Mavericks.

Mavs 106 - Celtics 102: C's blow 18-point lead in the fourth

After jumping out to an 18-point lead in the first half, the Celtics fought all night to keep themselves ahead, as the Mavericks stayed at arm's length. In the end, the Mavericks gained a lead and the Celtics crumpled in a 106-102 loss.

Isaiah Thomas is a Starter: End of Argument

After knocking off the Hawks, Thunder, and Rockets, in what could be the Celtics toughest three game stretch of the year, it's safe to say that Brad Stevens has found the winning formula.

Celtics 111 - Rockets 95: Thomas, Bradley dominate Rockets

After a late second quarter run, the Celtics' defense and second half scoring turned a tied game into a 29-point lead in the fourth quarter. While nearly totaling 90 points in three quarters, the Celtics forced 22-Rockets turnovers and closed out the third quarter on a 15-0 run.

Celtics 100 - Thunder 85: Marcus Smart leads C's over Thunder

After staying within striking distance in the first half, Marcus Smart and the Celtics turned Oklahoma City's seven-point halftime lead into a double-digit lead with a 27-6, second-half run en route to a 100-85 win at Oklahoma City.

Celtics 106 - Hawks 93: Amir Johnson, C's soar past Atlanta

The Celtics' interior defense and second half scoring outlasted the Hawks in a 106-93 victory at TD Garden.

The Celtics closed the half on a 7-2 run, and tied the game at 47. They limited the Hawks from getting into the paint -- where they did most of their damage in the first half and opened up their biggest lead of the night in the third quarter, a 12-point advantage.

Coach Stevens Pregame vs Hawks

Tonight the Celtics will begin their toughest stretch of the young season when they take on the Atlanta Hawks at TD Garden.

Take it or Leave it – The DeMarcus Cousins Trade Debate

One of the most divisive players in recent NBA history is unquestionably the Kings all-star center DeMarcus Cousins. The seven-footer and super athlete has shown an MVP caliber rebounding and scoring touch. However, with his big talent comes big controversy. Over his five year career he has been often described as a 'crybaby' and 'diva' in the Sacramento locker room. A player who many believe can’t be built around and is possibly more risk than reward.

James Young, Jordan Mickey have Themselves a Night in Maine

Welp, it is the D-League but its still great to see old friend James Young showing he can score the basketball. Young led the way with 30 points in the D-League opener for the Maine Red Claws.

For Celtics Fans, Last Night was the Worst

Anytime the Celtics lose a game against an Eastern Conference opponent, it's going to be a tough pill for C's fans to swallow. Last night however, not only did the Celtics lose to the Indiana Pacers in ugly fashion, the rest of league kicked the C's while they were down.

There are many story lines that intertwine into the Celtics season and future. Many of which have to do with the draft picks they acquired.

Pacers 102 - Celtics 91: Paul George, Pacers top C's

It didn't matter which lineup Celtics coach Brad Stevens put together to counter him -- Paul George kept the Pacers ahead and was the star of the night.

The Celtics (3-4) dropped their fourth loss of the season last night at TD Garden, 102-91. The Celtics were able to put together a run in the third quarter -- when they gained a lead but George and the Pacers took it right back and finished strong in the fourth.

RJ Hunter Makes His Case

If legendary music producer Bruce Dickinson could speak for Celtics nation he'd have a few words for Brad Stevens,

"I got a fever! And the only prescription.... is more R.J. Hunter."

Celtics 99 - Bucks 83: Turner, Celtics bench Bucks

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It was a 'great defense will lead to great offense' type of night, as the Celtics kept the Bucks on their heels throughout the second half, and the bench provided enough scoring in the win.

Can Jared Sullinger Finally Put It All Together?

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The Jared Sullinger bandwagon is quickly filling up. You can save me a seat, but no way I'm hopping on just yet.

Kenny Anderson on Smart: 'Offensively for the NBA, I don't think he's ready'

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In the last episode of Causeway Street Podcast, former NBA point guard Kenny Anderson joined the guys to talk about the 2015-16 NBA season, the Celtics, and his tenure with the Celtics.

When talking about the Celtics, Anderson gave his opinion on point guard Marcus Smart -- saying he's not impressed with the young guard and went as far as to say he's not NBA-ready.

Celtics 118 - Wizards 98: C's dominate Wiz, snap three-game skid

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The Celtics offense couldn't have been any better.

3-Reasons for the C's Early Woes

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It's early, so don’t take this post as me slamming my fist repeatedly on the panic button but I think it is safe to say that the Celtics have not started the season off as many, including myself had predicted. They are 1-3 and have an extremely tough schedule to begin the season. At this point being over .500 after the tough 11-game stretch to start the month of November seems much more unlikely.

In watching the first four-games of the year, and then checking the stats there are three-glaring issues this team needs to address.

Podcast - Kenny Anderson Conversation

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On this special episode of the Causeway Street Podcast we chat with former all-star and Celtics point guard Kenny Anderson about the current NBA season and his picks for MVP and which team will hoist the Larry O'Brien trophy in June. Plus we take a trip down memory lane about his time in Boston and his thoughts on this 2015-16 team. All that and much, much more. Enjoy!

Pacers 100 - Celtics 98: C's game-winner falls short in Indy

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Behind Isaiah Thomas and Avery Bradley, the Celtics finally found its offensive rhythm in the second half but came up short in the final seconds against the Pacers as Indiana held on to a 100-98 win.

Lee's off to a cold start: 'I have to be better finishing the ball'

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It's way too early to panic.

But in his first three games of the season, David Lee is averaging 5.3 points, shooting 25 percent from the floor. The Celtics suffered two losses against two good teams (Raptors & Spurs) last week, and haven't gotten much offensive production out of their newcomer.

Celtics assign Young, Mickey to D-League

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Celtics forwards James Young and rookie Jordan Mickey have been sent to the Maine Red Claws, Celtics' D-League affiliate.

Big Trouble? Implications of not Extending Zeller & Sullinger

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As the NBA extension deadline came and went the Celtics stood their ground and passed on offering contract extensions on center Tyler Zeller and forward Jared Sullinger, raising some interesting thoughts on possible plans for the C's big man situation in the coming months and years. Here are a few thoughts on why this lack of action from Boston’s front office might be a precursor for things to come:

Former Celtic Kenny Anderson to join Causeway Street Podcast

Former NBA standout Kenny Anderson will be joining hosts Josue Pavon, Sean Dutra and Joel Pavon on this week's episode of Causeway Street Podcast.  

Avery Bradley injures finger versus Spurs

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As the San Antonio Spurs were 26 seconds away from handing the Celtics its second loss of the season, Celtics guard Avery Bradley and team doctors headed towards the team locker room.

Spurs 95 - Celtics 87: Spurs outrun C's in matinee

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The San Antonio Spurs had an answer for everything. 

For every made basket, every steal, every run that the Celtics made -- the Spurs had a response when it was their turn and knocked off the Celtics, 95-87, at TD Garden on Sunday. 

Stevens Pregame vs Spurs

As the Celtics gear up for the San Antonio Spurs at TD Garden, Celtics coach Brad Stevens addressed how he plans on keeping the starting lineup in tact, what went wrong against the Raptors on Friday and how important it will be to defend the Spurs in the post.