Saturday, March 27, 2021

Evan Fournier is out vs Thunder due to being in health and safety protocol


The Celtics debut of new acquisition Evan Fournier will have to wait, as the veteran guard has been placed into the league's health and safety protocol, according to the team's updated injury report.

Celtics reportedly were finalist to acquire Nikola Vucevic, Aaron Gordon before trade deadline


Danny Ainge and the Celtics were pretty busy on Thursday before the 3 PM NBA trading deadline.

Celtics 122, Bucks 114: Jayson Tatum, Marcus Smart shoot lights out to avenge prior loss in Milwaukee


The Celtics beat the Milwaukee Bucks 122-114 and snapped their eight-game win streak Friday night at the Fiserv Forum.

Friday, March 26, 2021

Andre Drummond considering signing with Celtics following meeting


Since trading for Isaiah Thomas in 2015, the Celtics have been quiet at the trade deadline. That all changed yesterday, when Boston acquired Evan Fournier for Jeff Teague and two future second-round picks. They also parted ways with upcoming free-agent Daniel Theis, acquiring Moe Wagner and Luke Kornet in return.

Causeway Street Podcast - Celtics/NBA trade deadline reactions


We discuss Danny Ainge making his first in-season trade since 2015 and how Evan Fournier will impact this Celtics roster. Plus, we talk Daniel Theis, NBA headlines and more! Tune in below to Episode 255 of the Causeway Street Podcast, powered by BETOnline.AG.

Danny Ainge on Celtics' trade deadline moves: 'I want our players, coach to feel hope'


Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge met with the media Friday morning to discuss the moves he made -- first in-season trades since 2015 -- just prior to NBA's deadline.

Thursday, March 25, 2021

Celtics trade Daniel Theis to Bulls, send Jeff Teague to Magic


The Celtics made a second move of the day just prior to the 3 PM NBA trade deadline, by sending Daniel Theis to the Chicago Bulls for Mo Wagner and a draft pick, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

Celtics trade draft picks to Orlando Magic for Evan Fournier


The Celtics have reportedly finalized a deal to acquire Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier for two-second round picks with hours left before Thursday's trade deadline, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

Bucks 121, Celtics 119: Daniel Theis misses game-winner to complete 25-point comeback


It would have a been the biggest comeback win of the season for the Celtics as Daniel Theis' corner 3-point attempt rimmed out and the final buzzer sounded. The Milwaukee Bucks barely held on to a 121-119 victory at Fiserv Forum Wednesday night.

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Tuesday, March 23, 2021

Celtics reportedly 'frontrunners' to acquire Aaron Gordon at NBA trade deadline


Just when you thought Danny Ainge would sit tight at the trade deadline, the newest trade rumor seems to have squashed that narrative.

Celtics Rumors: Hawks show interest in trading John Collins for Marcus Smart


It's no surprise that the Atlanta Hawks' big man John Collins has been linked to Celtics' trade rumors for some time now.

Grizzlies 132, Celtics 126 [OT]: Ja Morant, Dillon Brooks too much to overcome in Memphis


It went down to the wire for the Celtics, but couldn't hold on as they fell to the Memphis Grizzlies 132-126 in overtime at FedEx Forum Monday night.

Monday, March 22, 2021

Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

Celtics reportedly could trade Tristan Thompson to Toronto Raptors


Tristan Thompson played nine seasons for the Cleveland Cavaliers before signing a two-year, $19 million deal with the Celtics this past offseason and the big man reportedly could be on the move again.

Sunday, March 14, 2021

Why trade targets Harrison Barnes, Lonzo Ball would be good fit for Celtics


The NBA trade deadline is less than two weeks away and the Celtics are reportedly looking to upgrade their roster for a push through the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Saturday, March 13, 2021

Marcus Smart happy to be back, despite Celtics' loss to Nets


Marcus Smart returned to the Celtics' lineup Thursday night after missing 18 straight games with a left calf tear. The veteran guard's shooting performance helped his teammates keep pace with the Brooklyn Nets for about three and a half quarters before they ultimately lost 121-109 at the Barclays Center.

Friday, March 12, 2021

Celtics' Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, Kemba Walker among Olympic finalists; Marcus Smart opts out


The Celtics core four of Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, Kemba Walker and Marcus Smart have reportedly made the cut as finalists for the 2021 U.S. Olympic team.

Danny Ainge says Celtics will 'most likely' use trade exception in offseason


With the NBA trade deadline quickly approaching on March 25, the Celtics may be in no rush to use their $28.5 million exception anytime soon.

Nets 121, Celtics 109: Jayson Tatum's 31, Marcus Smart return overpowered by Kyrie Irving's 40-piece


After missing 18 straight games due to a left calf-strain, the Celtics welcomed back Marcus Smart off the bench on Thursday night, beginning the second-half of their schedule.

Thursday, March 11, 2021

Causeway Street Podcast - Are the Celtics finally healthy?


Dan Greenberg of BarStool Sports joins us to talk about the return of Marcus Smart, Celtics' trade targets and what to expect in the second half of the season, especially if no moves are made. Tune in below to Episode 253 of the Causeway Street Podcast, powered by BETOnline.AG.

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Marcus Smart to return Thursday vs. Brooklyn Nets


It was a week ago that coach Brad Stevens said Marcus Smart was "getting a lot closer" to a return from a calf injury that kept him sidelined all of the month of February.

Why Mason Plumlee, Wayne Ellington trade could be an upgrade for Celtics roster


Free agent Blake Griffin has signed with the Brooklyn Nets after the Detroit Pistons bought out the veteran forward's contract last week, as teams prepare for a second half of the season push towards the playoffs.

Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Paul Pierce, Bill Russell (as a coach) among Hall-of-Fame finalists


Celtics star Paul Pierce, Los Angeles Lakers guard Michael Cooper and 11-time NBA All-Star Chris Bosh lead a list of 14 finalists for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2021.

Monday, March 8, 2021

Saturday, March 6, 2021

Causeway Street Podcast - Have the Celtics turned a corner on the season?


We discuss if the Celtics have turned a corner following their current four-game win streak, as Kemba Walker is back to his All-Star self and the emergence of Robert Williams III. Tune in below to Episode 252 of the Causeway Street Podcast, powered by BETOnline.AG.

Friday, March 5, 2021

Celtics Rumors: Why Nikola Vucevic, Jerami Grant are unrealistic trade targets


Since acquiring a hefty $28.5 million trade exception from the Gordon Hayward sign-and-trade with the Charlotte Hornets during the off-season, the Celtics have been mentioned in virtually any trade rumor imaginable with players that fit within that cap number.

Jaylen 'Under-Appreciated' Brown picked by LeBron James, Jayson Tatum to start alongside Bradley Beal


Thursday night captains LeBron James and Kevin Durant picked their All-Star teams live on TNT. Jaylen Brown was selected to Team LeBron, while Jayson Tatum will play for Team Durant.

Celtics 132, Raptors 125: Jayson Tatum, C's bench hold off depleted Toronto for fourth straight win


A week ago the Celtics were under .500 and treading water before they completed a four-game homestand sweep Thursday night with a 132-125 win over the Toronto Raptors at TD Garden.

Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Marcus Smart 'getting a lot closer' to return after All-Star break


Marcus Smart is reportedly to make his return from a calf strain after the All-Star break and his progress from rehab has been a good one, according to coach Brad Stevens.

Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum to compete in NBA 3-point contest at All-Star Weekend


Celtics young stars of Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum have been selected to participate in the 3-point contest at All-Star Weekend, the NBA announced Tuesday night.

Celtics 117, Clippers 112: Kemba Walker lifts team past L.A. for third straight win


The Celtics are over .500 once again, after beating the Los Angeles Clippers 117-112 Tuesday night at TD Garden for their third straight win.