Monday, May 31, 2021

Fan arrested at TD Garden for throwing water bottle at Kyrie Irving after Game 4


A fan was arrested following the Celtics Game 4 loss to the Brooklyn Nets Sunday night for throwing a water bottle at Kyrie Irving as he was leaving the TD Garden parquet.

Nets 141, Celtics 126: Kyrie Irving gets revenge in Game 4 win [BKN leads series, 3-1]


Kyrie Irving got the last laugh on Sunday night when Game 4 was all said and done, as the Celtics fell to the Brooklyn Nets 141-126 and trail their best-of-7 series 3-1.

Sunday, May 30, 2021

Kemba Walker questionable, Robert Williams doubtful for Game 4


The Celtics may be without Kemba Walker and Robert Williams on Sunday night, as they look to even their best-of-7 series at two games a piece against the Brooklyn Nets.

Friday, May 28, 2021

Marcus Smart says he's heard racial remarks from fans at TD Garden


On the heels of Kyrie Irving's comments earlier this week about Celtics fans yelling racist remarks, Marcus Smart let reporters know that he's heard racial slurs from the crowd at TD Garden before.

Danny Ainge reacts to Kyrie Irving's remarks, calls Celtics fans 'very respectful'


With the Celtics trailing the Brooklyn Nets 0-2 in their best-of-7 first round matchup, Jayson Tatum (eye) and Kemba Walker (bone bruise) are both expected to play Friday night in Game 3.

Causeway Street Podcast - Celtics fans vs. Kyrie Irving


We discuss what to expect from All-Star Jayson Tatum plus, Kyrie Irving's comments about Celtics fan, as this best-of-7 first round series shifts to the TD Garden with Boston trailing 0-2. Tune in below to Episode 264 of the Causeway Street Podcast, powered by BETOnline.AG.

Thursday, May 27, 2021

Jayson Tatum 'probable' for Game 3 after eye poke


Celtics All-Star Jayson Tatum hasn't had the best of series when it comes to this current first round matchup against the Brooklyn Nets, as Boston is trailing 0-2.

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Kyrie Irving hopes Celtics fans won't show 'subtle racism' in Boston return


It has been a long time coming for the clash between Celtics fans and Kyrie Irving, since the All-Star took his talents to Brooklyn in the summer of 2019 as a free agent.

Nets 130, Celtics 108: Jayson Tatum gets hurt in Game 2 blowout loss [BKN lead series, 2-0]


It was as ugly as a loss can get in the playoffs, as the Celtics now trail 0-2 in this first round best-of-7 series after falling to the Brooklyn Nets 130-108 in Game 2 Tuesday night at the Barclays Center.

Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Causeway Street Podcast - NBA Playoffs + End of Season Awards Predictions


We preview Game 2 and what type of adjustments the Celtics need to make against the Nets. Plus we make our predictions for the rest of the playoffs and end of the season awards. Tune in below to Episode 263 of the Causeway Street Podcast, powered by BETOnline.AG.

Cedric Maxwell discusses Celtics' lack of toughness, missing pieces


Ahead of Tuesday night's Game 2 matchup against the Brooklyn Nets, former Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell made an appearance on 98.5 The Sports Hub's "Toucher and Rich" this morning.

Monday, May 24, 2021

Could Robert Williams be Celtics' x-factor vs Nets in this series?


Despite a nagging turf toe injury, Celtics big man Robert Williams had quite an impact in Game 1, dominating the Brooklyn Nets on both ends of the floor.

Friday, May 21, 2021

First Round Preview: Celtics vs Brooklyn Nets


Led by Jayson Tatum's 50-point performance in the Play-In game against the Washington Wizards Tuesday night, the Celtics earned a first-round matchup with the Brooklyn Nets, who have championship expectations led by their "Big-3."

Causeway Street Podcast - Hello Brooklyn, Round One


We discuss Jayson Tatum's performance in the Play-In game to put the Celtics into the playoffs for the seventh straight season. Plus, preview this No. 2 vs  No. 7 first round matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. Tune in below to Episode 262 of the Causeway Street Podcast, powered by BETOnline.AG.

Danny Ainge says Jayson Tatum 'is going to be a Hall of Fame player'


The Celtics are coming off the heals of winning their play-in tournament game against the Washington Wizards 118-100 to clinch the seven seed to now face the Brooklyn Nets in the first round.

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Brad Stevens gives 'encouraging' injury update ahead of Play-In


The Celtics chose to rest six players in Sunday's season finale against the New York Knicks, but don't expect coach Brad Stevens to be that shorthanded again come the "Play-In Tournament."

Play-In Preview: Celtics (7) Vs. Washington Wizards (8)


Battling through a season filled with injuries, COVID-19 protocols, and defensive struggles, the Celtics' regular season is officially in the books. Falling to the No.7 seed in the East at 36-36, they'll face the No. 8 Washington Wizards (34-38) in the Play-In Tournament Tuesday night.

Monday, May 17, 2021

Paul Pierce headlines Hall-of-Fame class of 2021 with Bill Russell, Celtics TV announcer Mike Gorman


Paul Pierce will officially become the last of the Celtics new "Big-3" to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, after being named a finalist earlier this year.

Knicks 96, Celtics 92: Late rally falls short for young C's in regular season finale


With the Celtics already securing the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference "Play-In Tournament," the New York Knicks took advantage of Boston resting their best players in a 96-92 win at Madison Square Garden Sunday afternoon to officially clinch the No. 4 seed in their regular season finale.

Saturday, May 15, 2021

Celtics 124, Timberwolves 108: Jayson Tatum led shorthanded C's, snap four-game losing streak


Jayson Tatum led the shorthanded Celtics in a 124-108 blowout win over the Minnesota Timberwolves Saturday afternoon at the Target Center.

Report: Paul Pierce to be inducted into Basketball Hall-of-Fame Class of 2021


Paul Pierce reportedly will be the next Celtics legend to officially be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Jayson Tatum talks COVID, Celtics' struggles & Kobe Bryant


All-Star Jayson Tatum has experienced quite an interesting NBA season from his bout with COVID-19, a 60-point game and now having to fight for a playoff berth.

Friday, May 14, 2021

Causeway Street Podcast - Can Celtics survive "Play-In Tournament" without Jaylen Brown?


As Jaylen Brown is out for the season to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist, is this it for the 2020-21 Celtics? Can they survive the "Play-In Tournament" and actually win a round in in the playoffs? Tune in below to Episode 261 of the Causeway Street Podcast, powered by BETOnline.AG.

Celtics GM Danny Ainge looking to 'make some changes' this offseason


It has been a rough week for the Celtics, who have officially clinching the No. 7 seed after falling to the Cleveland Cavaliers Wednesday night for their fourth straight loss.

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Brad Stevens gave an update on Jaylen Brown's wrist surgery


While the Celtics were in the middle of losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, All-Star Jaylen Brown posted a picture on social media of his arm and cast in a sling.

Cavaliers 102, Celtics 94: Kevin Love turns back the clock, Cleveland snaps 11-game skid


The Celtics are officially 'play-in' bound after losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers 102-94 at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse Wednesday night for their fourth straight loss.

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Marcus Smart, Kemba Walker, Robert Williams out vs. Cavaliers tonight


The injuries keep piling up for the Celtics, who have lost three in a row with three games to left before the end of the regular season. Boston will be without Kemba Walker, Robert Williams and Marcus Smart tonight against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Heat 129, Celtics 121: Miami clinches playoff berth, Boston all but secures 'play-in' spot


Barely 24 hours after news of Jaylen Brown being out for the season with a torn ligament in his left wrist, the Celtics found themselves in a unique situation, but couldn't capitalize -- falling to the Miami Heat at TD Garden 129-121 Tuesday night.

Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Monday, May 10, 2021

Jaylen Brown to miss remainder of season with torn ligament in left wrist


Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown will miss the remainder of the season with a torn ligament in his left wrist, the team announced on Monday.

Sunday, May 9, 2021

Saturday, May 8, 2021

Brad Stevens gives update on Robert Williams' injury, availability


The Celtics dropped another crucial game Friday night in a 22-point blowout loss to the Chicago Bulls and further complicated their playoff positioning from sixth to seventh in a tight race in the Eastern Conference.

Bulls 121, Celtics 99: Kemba Walker's 33 points not enough against Chicago


With playoff implications on the line, the Celtics began the night in sixth place before the Chicago Bulls kept their postseason hopes alive with a 121-99 blowout win Friday night.

Friday, May 7, 2021

Danny Ainge gives update on Jaylen Brown, defends Marcus Smart's ejection


With six games remaining, the Celtics are looking to avoid the 'Play-In Tournament' as they're neck and neck with the Miami Heat, who face each other twice in the next few days.

Thursday, May 6, 2021

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Jaylen Brown, Tristan Thompson, Romeo Langford out vs. Magic


The Celtics announced that Jaylen Brown (sprained right ankle), Tristan Thompson (left pectoral strain) and Romeo Langford (concussion protocol) are all out tonight against the Orlando.

Monday, May 3, 2021

Trail Blazers 129, Celtics 119: Portland spoils Evan Fournier's bounce back game, Tatum's 33 points


Eyeing a three-game win streak, the Celtics returned to TD Garden for a pivotal matchup against the Trail Blazers (36-28). Only 1.5 games behind the Knicks for fourth place in the East, and a half a game behind the Hawks for the No.5 seed, the C's would need their two stars to carry the load.

Sunday, May 2, 2021

Causeway Street Weekly Recap: Jayson Tatum makes history, Celtics finish 2-2


The cliché "it's not how you start, but how you finish" phrase sums up the Celtics this past week perfectly after it began with them getting blown out by the Charlotte Hornets and it ended with Jayson Tatum making history against the San Antonio Spurs.