Sunday, January 31, 2016
Magic 119 - Celtics 114: Magic rally back, Snap five-game win streak
Behind a 20-4 fourth-quarter run, the Magic snapped the Celtics' five-game win streak in a 119-114 win in Orlando on Sunday.
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
Report: Avery Bradley unhappy with his contract
Celtics guard Avery Bradley is reportedly unhappy with his current contract and has hired Kobe Bryant's agent, Rob Pelinka.
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.
Sunday, January 24, 2016
Celtics 112 - 76ers 92: C's cruise past Philly
The Celtics grabbed a first-half lead against the 76ers and held on tight in a 112-92 win in Philadelphia on Sunday.
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.
Saturday, January 16, 2016
Celtics 119 - Wizards 117: Crowder's go-ahead layup lifts C's past Wizards
The Celtics began their three-game road trip on a positive note by beating the Wizards 119-117 in Washington, D.C. on Saturday.
Friday, January 15, 2016
Celtics 117 - Suns 103: Olynyk, Celtics outshine Suns
The Celtics cruised to a 117-103 victory over the Suns at TD Garden on Friday for their second win in a row.
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.
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Knicks 120 - Celtics 114: No Anthony, no Porzingis, no problem for NY, C's drop fourth straight
The Knicks defeated the Celtics, 120-114 -- giving the Celtics their fourth consecutive loss and did it with their two best scorers sitting on the bench for most of the second half.
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Grizzlies 101 - Celtics 98: C's blow big lead, suffer third straight loss
The Celtics blew a 21-point lead in the fourth quarter, surrendering their third consecutive loss in a 101-98 Grizzlies win.
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.
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Pistons 99 - Celtics 94: Reggie Jackson, Detroit rally to top C's
The Pistons outscored the Celtics 33-19 in the fourth quarter, grabbed their first lead of the evening and defeated their hosts at TD Garden, 99-94.
Monday, January 4, 2016
Celtics 103 - Nets 94: Crowder's career night lead C's to a win at BK
After a two-game home skid, the Celtics added a game to their win column in a 103-94 victory at Brooklyn.
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.