Saturday, January 30, 2016

Floyd Mayweather supports Isaiah Thomas, Takes in Celtics-Magic at TD Garden



After Isaiah Thomas was named to the 2016 Eastern All-Star team on Thursday, a close friend came to Boston to watch the Celtics take on the Magic at TD Garden.

That close friend happens to be arguably the greatest pound-for-pound fighter, former welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather.

Friday, January 29, 2016

Celtics 113 - Magic 94: C's bench leads in win over Magic, Stretch win streak to five



The Celtics' second unit combined for a whopping 62 points in a 113-94 win over the Magic at TD Garden.

Podcast - Isaiah Thomas is an All-Star



Isaiah Thomas has been officially named as an all-star reserve for the East. The first Celtics player since 2013 to receive the honor. We discuss how far the C's current winning streak (4-games) could extend to as they hold the fifth seed. Plus trade season is in effect, who should Danny Ainge possibly look at to add to the roster as the deadline is only a few weeks away? All of this and some NBA talk as well! Enjoy the Causeway Street Podcast!

Thursday, January 28, 2016

Thomas, Smart heading to Toronto



For the first time in his career, Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas has been selected as an All-Star reserve for the Eastern Conference. The 60th overall pick (last player selected) of the 2011 draft, joins Hall-of-famer Calvin Murphy as the only 5-foot-9 or under player to ever be selected to an NBA All-Star game.

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Celtics 111 - Nuggets 103: Celtics beat Nuggets, Stretch four-game win streak



Forcing a total of 21 turnovers, the Celtics led the Nuggets throughout the final three quarters en route to a 111-103 victory at TD Garden.

Celtics vs Nuggets Preview: Coach Stevens on Isaiah Thomas making the All-Star team



After a 25-point blowout win at Washington against the Wizards, the Celtics (25-21) will look to add to their three-game win streak at home against the Nuggets (17-28). Celtics coach Brad Stevens talked about how well the Celtics have been shooting, what the C's need to continue to do in order to carry their offensive momentum into Wednesday night's game against Denver and if Isaiah Thomas' name should be called Thursday night when the reserves for the NBA All-Star teams are announced.

Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Monday, January 25, 2016

Celtics 116 - Wizards 91: C's rout Wizards, Sweep season series



For the fourth time this season, the Celtics defeated the Wizards -- sweeping the season series and did it in a blowout fashion in a 116-91 win on Monday.

Friday, January 22, 2016

Celtics 110 - Bulls 101: Thomas, Celtics hold off Bulls comeback



After losing two straight games on the road, the Celtics defeated the Bulls 110-101 on Friday at TD Garden.

Podcast - Are the Celtics just an average team?



In this first 2016 episode of the Causeway Street Podcast, we look at the current Celtics who are currently going through some peeks and valleys that is a hectic schedule. Despite a near .500 record, are the C's just an average team fighting for a playoff spot or are there much needed changes that shape them into a top-three seed in the East? The reasons behind the recent inconsistencies especially in close games. Plus is Isaiah Thomas an All-Star? We discuss all of this plus some NBA talk as we're at the halfway point of the 2015-16 season. Enjoy!

Thursday, January 21, 2016

Celtics are NBA's 4th most valuable team



According to Forbes magazine the Boston Celtics are currently ranked as the fourth most valuable team in the National Basketball Association.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Raptors 115 - Celtics 109: DeRozan's 34 points lead Raptors past C's



After the Raptors opened up a 13-point lead in the first half, Celtics coach Brad Stevens turned to his bench, but it wasn't enough to counter DeMar DeRozan who scored 22 second-half points en route to a 115-109 Raptors victory.

Monday, January 18, 2016

Mavericks 118 - Celtics 113: Nowitzki, Mavericks beat Celtics in OT



It was a game of two halves. And an overtime.

The Celtics overcame a 17-point deficit, converted clutch fourth-quarter baskets and forced overtime -- where the Mavericks knocked down four 3-pointers to beat the Celtics in a 118-113 win in Dallas.

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Celtics 103 - Pacers 94: C's finally snap losing streak



In only the second win of 2016, the Celtics snapped a season-high four-game losing streak by beating the Indiana Pacers 103-94 at the TD Garden.

Friday, January 8, 2016

Should the Celtics be sellers at the deadline?



The Celtics are 19-17 and tied for the final spot in Eastern Conference playoffs. Recent home losses to the Nets, Lakers, Pistons and now the Bulls on the road have some players upset over rotations and fans are starting to get mad about inconsistency. Being in the postseason picture, you would assume the C's might look to bolster their team for a playoff run, especially in the east which only has one true elite team. But it may actually be beneficial for Boston to look to sell.

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Bulls 101 - Celtics 92: Rose, Gasol lead the way past C's



On a night where the Celtics were held to only 35.7-percent shooting, the Bulls took advantage  by erasing a 10-point deficit, took a 48-47 lead into halftime and never looked back as they beat the C's 101-92 at the United Center on Thursday night's nationally televised game.

Inconsistent C’s the Theme of 2016



After another maddening home defeat to the Detroit Pistons and many Celtics faithful are left with that bitter taste of mediocrity in their mouths. Boston led by as many as 13-points against an improved Pistons roster of second tier stars (much like the C's themselves) and ultimately dropped another game that they have no excuse for losing.

Saturday, January 2, 2016

Nets 100 - Celtics 97: Brook Lopez, Nets upset C's



For the second game in a row, the Celtics' lost at home against one of the league's bottom feeders in what was one of the most disappointing defeats of the season.