Monday, September 30, 2019
Kemba Walker doesn't want to hear any comparisons: 'I wouldn't say much (is) about Kyrie'
All-Star point guard Kemba Walker knows that expectations are set relatively high for him and the Celtics ahead of the 2019-2020 season.
Sunday, September 29, 2019
NBA cracks down on listed height of its players
The NBA has decided to clamp down on the listed height of its players this season. The little guys have often been listed as taller than reality, while bigs over seven-feet have have sometimes insisted that they are shorter than what the numbers indicate.
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Causeway Street Podcast - All-Star Gordon Hayward, Jaylen Brown Extension?
Will Gordon Hayward be back to All-Star form this season and does Jaylen Brown get a contract extension before next month's deadline? We discuss, plus talk ESPN's 100 Best Players List to get you ready for Celtics Media Day. Tune in to Episode 187 of the Causeway Street Podcast below:
Friday, September 27, 2019
Kyrie Irving on leading the Celtics last season: 'I failed those guys'
Kyrie Irving broke his silence on his split with the Celtics during Brooklyn Nets' Media Day on Friday.
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Why Danny Ainge won't give Jaylen Brown a max contract extension
While the future looks bright for the Celtics with potential young stars Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum in the mix, there is no guarantee they'll remain in the fold.
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Gordon Hayward tells Celtics fans: 'I'm ready to be the player I came here to be'
If you've been following this NBA offseason, you know it's been unlike any other in recent memory when it comes to all the league's player movement and changes. But in Gordon Hayward's case it was a chance to have a full summer to workout for the first time in two years.
Jayson Tatum, Kemba Walker make ESPN's 50-11 'Best Players'
The Celtics can now say they have five players ranked on ESPN.com's 100 Best NBA Players list, after parts two and three were released on Tuesday and Wednesday respectively .
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Could the Celtics acquire veteran Andre Iguodala?
The Celtics 15th-and-final roster spot remains open, and the addition of a battle-tested veteran to be added to that slot must be somewhere in Danny Ainge's mind.
Monday, September 23, 2019
Marcus Smart, Gordon Hayward, Jaylen Brown make ESPN's 100-51 'Best Players'
ESPN.com has released their yearly 100 Best NBA Players List, and three Celtics have made the bottom half so far for the upcoming 2019-20 season.
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Causeway Street Podcast - Is it the end for Isaiah Thomas or a setback?
We discuss Isaiah Thomas' thumb injury and if this is the end for the former Celtics point guard or just another setback? Plus, we discuss Kobe Bryant and more NBA headlines on Episode 186 of the Causeway Street Podcast, tune in below.
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Enes Kanter says Gordon Hayward should 'start eyeing the All-Star Game'
Enes Kanter has had quite the eventful offseason and while training camp is just around the corner, the Celtics big man continues to talk about his new teammates every chance he gets.
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Report: Celtics sign forward Yante Maten to Exhibit 10 deal
The Celtics have reportedly signed forward Yante Maten to an Exhibit 10 contract, as the start of training camp is quickly approaching.
Saturday, September 14, 2019
Causeway Street Podcast - Team USA Men's Basketball in Trouble + SI's Top 100 NBA Players
Is Team USA Men's Basketball in trouble after the worst finish in the program's history at the year's FIBA World Cup? We discuss, plus talk about Sports Illustrated's Top-100 NBA Players list, league headlines and more. Tune in below to Episode 185 of the Causeway Street Podcast
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Team USA close out FIBA World Cup with 87-74 win over Poland
In Team USA's final game of the 2019 FIBA World Cup, they wrapped up seventh place with an 87-74 win over Poland at Wukesong Sport Arena in Beijing, China.
Friday, September 13, 2019
Five Celtics reach SI's Top-100 NBA players list
Sports Illustrated has released their yearly "Top 100 NBA Players List"of 2020, and five Celtics players have made the cut as the upcoming regular season approaches.
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Team USA comes up short vs Serbia 94-89, lose back-to-back FIBA World Cup games
Team USA never climbed out of a 25-point first quarter hole, as they fell to Serbia 94-89 on Thursday at the Dongguan Basketball Center in Dongguan, China.
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Team USA falls to France 89-79 in FIBA World Cup Quarterfinals
Team USA came up short during their quest to win FIBA World Cup gold, as they fell to France 89-79 in the quarterfinals on Wednesday at the Dongguan Basketball Center in Dongguan, China.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Jayson Tatum is a game-time decision for Team USA vs France
Jayson Tatum has been upgraded to a game-time decision ahead of Team USA's quarterfinals matchup versus France on Wednesday.
Monday, September 9, 2019
Celtics trio of Kemba Walker, Marcus Smart, Jaylen Brown lift Team USA over Brazil 89-73
It was a close game for the first three quarters, but Kemba Walker, Marcus Smart and Jaylen Brown all made key contributions, as Team USA extended the lead in the final frame and it ended with an 89-73 victory for the USA over Brazil and a trip to the quarterfinals of the FIBA World Cup.
Sunday, September 8, 2019
Causeway Street Podcast - Should Celtics be concerned about Jayson Tatum's ankle injury?
We discuss if the Celtics are concerned with Jayson Tatum's ankle injury and should he even return to Team USA. Plus, we talk NBA headlines and more, tune in below to Episode 184 of the Causeway Street Podcast
Saturday, September 7, 2019
Jaylen Brown, Giannis Antetokounmpo exchange words following USA's win over Greece
Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo had to be separated just moments following USA's 69-53 win over Greece on Saturday.
Kemba Walker, Team USA cruises past Greece in 69-53 victory
Team USA remains undefeated in the FIBA World Cup tournament, after a 69-53 win over Greece at the Shenzhen Bay Sports Center in Shenzhen, China to open the second round.
Friday, September 6, 2019
Celtics to bring in former Xavier forward Kaiser Gates to training camp
Celtics will reportedly sign former Xavier forward, Kaiser Gates, to a training camp contract. The 6'8" wing left Xavier after his junior year but went un-drafted in 2018.
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Jaylen Brown leads Team USA past Japan 98-45, wins Group E
With a berth into the medal round of the FIBA World Cup already secured, Team USA cruised past Japan 98-45 at the Shanghai Oriental Sports Center in Shanghai, China Thursday.
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Should the NBA adopt FIBA rule on goaltending, basket interference?
Brazil's 79-78 win on Tuesday over Greece in World Cup competition brings up an important question for Adam Silver and the rest of the NBA. Should the league adopt the FIBA rule on goaltending and basket interference?
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Jayson Tatum suffers ankle injury against Turkey
It's probably safe to say that Jayson Tatum's run in the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup could come to an end.
Monday, September 2, 2019
Could former Celtic Joe Johnson make an NBA return?
Joe Johnson only played 48 games for the Celtics before being shipped out in a trade to the Phoenix Suns in 2002. The 38-year old Johnson, a seven-time NBA All-Star, last played in the NBA for the Houston Rockets in the 2017-18 season. This summer, he earned MVP honors with the Triplets of the BIG3 League and came away a champion as his team defeated the Killer 3's in post-season play on Sunday.
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