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Brad Stevens has brought in a few Celtic killers over the years, so while Murray fits the profile, the Boston Celtics should pass. Not because Murray isn't good, but because there would be too many questions.
Jayson Tatum's overall shooting percentages are down, yet his elite clutch numbers have him in the early Clutch Player of the Year conversation for Boston.
The new weekly power‑rankings series on Pounding The Rock uses the average Four Factor Index (aFFI) to objectively rank NBA teams after 12‑13 games of the 2026‑27 season. aFFI measures team‑opponent differentials in effective FG%, turnover%, offensive rebounding% and FT/FGA, explaining over 95% of win‑percentage variance last year. By November 12, the Spurs sit fourth behind Minnesota, Boston and Houston, hampered by a modest ∆EFG% percentile (55.46) despite strong rebounding. Minnesota leads thanks to a dominant ∆EFG% (70.34). The rankings generally mirror win records, though outliers like the 76ers—15th in aFFI despite a 10‑3 start—highlight early‑season quirks. The full chart and methodology are linked in the article.
Victor Wembanyama leads the San Antonio Spurs on a 10‑game winning streak after a 0‑2 start, averaging 33.7 points, 11.9 rebounds and 4.6 blocks over his last nine outings. Across the league, Luka Dončić fuels the Lakers' seven‑game run atop the West, while LaMelo Ball and Rudy Gobert drive the Timberwolves to a league‑best +14.1 net rating despite Anthony Edwards' injury. The East is headed by Jayson Tatum’s Celtics (10‑2), and the week’s roundup highlights key injuries, trade talks and standout storylines.
In a lively CLNS Media podcast, hosts Adam Kaufman and Evan Valenti sit down with Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell to dissect Boston’s hot 10‑2 start. They examine Jayson Tatum’s early‑season shooting slump, hear Maxwell’s outspoken critique of modern analytics, and break down the roster’s fit in the Eastern Conference. The discussion also pits Coach Joe Mazzulla’s traditional system against new‑school strategies before offering final takeaways on whether the Celtics can claim the East’s top spot.
The Boston Celtics Daily Links for Nov. 13, 2026 aggregates the season’s hottest buzz: a Getty photo of Jayson Tatum’s game‑day sneakers in Toronto, Charles Barkley’s criticism of Jaylen Brown’s cold shoulder, rumors about a potential Paul George trade, and Tatum climbing into the top‑two MVP race. Highlights include a record‑setting Celtics‑Brown matchup viewership, Sam Hauser’s surge on the leaderboard, and debates on whether the Celtics are the East’s best team. The roundup also features commentary on the team’s defense, upcoming playoffs preparation, and a look back at historic Boston milestones.
The CelticsDailyLinks roundup dives into the latest drama and milestones surrounding Boston. It highlights Charles Barkley’s criticism of Jaylen Brown amid a reported cold shoulder to Jayson Tatum, explores whether the duo talked in France, and examines the impact of the Paul George trade on the team’s culture and playoff rotation. The post also notes Tatum’s rise in MVP rankings, Sam Hauser’s surprise leaderboard surge, and Boston’s defensive upgrades, while referencing recent wins, historical notes, and upcoming podcast discussions about the Celtics’ status as the Eastern Conference’s top contender.
ClutchPoints revisits 20 pivotal ‘what‑if’ moments that could have reshaped NBA history. Highlights include the Lakers’ blocked 2012 three‑team trade for Chris Paul—voided by David Stern and costing Kobe Bryant additional rings—Boston’s tragic 1986 draft of Len Bias, whose death halted a Celtics dynasty and altered Michael Jordan’s rivalry, Dražen Petrović’s fatal crash that stalled the Nets’ rise and slowed international player integration, a 2009 draft slip that kept Stephen Curry in Minnesota instead of Golden State, and a 1996 trade that sent Kobe Bryant from Charlotte to Los Angeles, potentially changing the Hornets’ fortunes. Each scenario explores how a single decision or tragedy might have rewritten championships, player legacies, and league trends.
Draymond Green says Stephen Curry’s two‑week rehab estimate after his oblique tear is overly optimistic, projecting at least three weeks before the star returns. Green highlights the importance of rookie Yaxel Lendeborg (21.7 ppg, 7.4 rpg) and veteran Brandin Podziemski (17.3 ppg, 4.2 apg) stepping up—both posted 13‑point bursts in the Warriors’ 108‑115 loss to the Rockets. With Brandon Williams sidelined by a hamstring strain and Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody still recovering from knee injuries, Golden State’s depth will be tested against upcoming games versus the Spurs, Mavericks, Celtics and Grizzlies. Green remains cautiously optimistic but warns the team must collectively fill Curry’s void.
Jam and BRobb break down the Celtics' flawless 4-0 road stretch, highlighting a key late‑game improvement that could signal sustained success. The duo also preview this week’s Celtics player power rankings in the Jam15 segment, offering insight into who’s emerging as the team’s biggest impact players.
As of late, Baylor Scheierman has been impressive for the Boston Celtics, making his case to remain in the starting lineup.
Kendrick Perkins, a former teammate of LeBron James, argues on The Road Trippin’ Show that the 41‑year‑old should shift permanently to center for the Philadelphia 76ers. After a modest 11‑point night against Boston, Perkins says moving James inside would shield him from faster perimeter threats like Jayson Tatum and let him pair with Joel Embiid to dominate the paint and create easier looks for Tyrese Maxey. He cites James’s recent back issues and declining explosiveness as reasons to capitalize on his size and basketball IQ, though it remains unclear if the legend will embrace the role change.
After back‑to‑back Wild Card exits at the hands of the Yankees, the Red Sox must abandon comfort and emulate the Boston Celtics' bold offseason restructuring. Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow added Willson Contreras but gave up Alex Bregman, leaving the lineup streaky and vulnerable to velocity. With outfield depth in question—Roman Anthony’s injury, Masataka Yoshida’s recent setback, and the arbitration‑eligible Wilyer Abreu looming—the club should consider “uncomfortable” trades, even moving a promising youngster for proven impact. By studying the Celtics’ aggressive swaps of young talent for veterans that led to a 2024 NBA title, the Red Sox could shake up their roster before rivals snap up marquee free agents.
Samson Folk and Trevon Heath break down the Toronto Raptors' recent struggles, highlighting the team's reliance on inconsistent performances from players like Poeltl and the lingering injury concerns for Leonard and Barnes. They question coach Rajakovic's decision‑making, especially after a disastrous loss to Boston that dropped the Raptors into a play‑in spot. While noting the potential for a turnaround with healthier stars and improved shooting, the authors warn the franchise has already staked its season on fixing deep‑seated flaws.
The Boston Celtics went all in on Mazzulla Ball this season. They are proving the vision right, and, even crazier, there's room for improvement. Possession maxing is killing it, and it's helped fuel the Celtics 10-2 start.
Boston’s Celtics prove their championship mindset on a flawless 4‑0 road swing, erasing a 22‑point deficit in Toronto after a gritty win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Derrick White leads with 19 points, 7 assists and 4 blocks, while Jayson Tatum drops 36 and sparks a 29‑6 run to turn a 59‑37 hole into a lead. Despite Paul George’s illness, the Celtics out‑shoot the Raptors and clinch the Eastern Conference’s best record, echoing their 2024 title run. Coach Joe Mazzulla emphasizes the mental lessons from the comeback, noting the win’s significance and its role in cementing Boston’s early-season 10‑2 start.
Another week of NBA action is done, and the injuries just keep piling up.
NBC’s Tuesday night regional package hits a new high as the Celtics‑Sixers showdown draws 4.4 million average viewers and peaks at 4.7 million, eclipsing last week’s 3.7 million and more than doubling the same week a year ago. The league’s primetime slot now averages 5.2 million viewers, up 37% from last season. Meanwhile, the Sixers’ appearances on ESPN and Prime Video also surge, with a 36% rating jump for the Celtics‑Pistons game and a near‑doubling of Prime Video viewership for the Sixers‑Cavaliers matchup. These gains mark the NBA’s strongest season‑opening ratings in years.
After snapping a blowout loss to Boston, the Philadelphia 76ers defeat Toronto 123-112 on Nov. 13, 2026. With Joel Embiid returning from a scare and several bigs sidelined—Ariel Hukporti (Achilles), Adem Bona and Dominick Barlow injured—Jaylen Brown urges more minutes for 7‑ft‑6 in‑season rookie Tacko Fall, who saw a brief cameo in the final minute. Brown, a former Celtics teammate of Fall, argues the Sixers need extra height as backup center Jabari Walker was the only reserve big, finishing with nine points and eight rebounds. The call comes as the team faces a looming back‑to‑back without Embiid, leaving Coach Nick Nurse limited frontcourt options.
In Thursday’s game at the Target Center, 19‑year‑old rookie Cooper Flagg dunked over LaMelo Ball, prompting a new poster that the guard likely won’t appreciate. Despite Flagg’s highlight, the Dallas Mavericks fell behind a 30‑plus point deficit and lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves, extending Minnesota’s winning streak to five. The Wolves dominated without Anthony Edwards, while the Mavericks, led by Kyrie Irving’s 25.9 points per game, look to rebound on a three‑game road trip against Cleveland and Boston.
Paul George has been resurgent because (from the horse's mouth) he's healthy again. Could that convince the Boston Celtics to add Bradley Beal? He's not healthy, but there is some appeal there as a buy-low candidate.
The Eastern Conference was supposed to be a gauntlet this NBA season, but early struggles from top contenders leave the Boston Celtics sitting pretty.
NBA veteran Mike Conley, 39, was named the top future head‑coach candidate in the league’s annual GM survey, but he remains hesitant. Speaking on Derrick White’s White Noise podcast, Conley admits he isn’t sure he’s ready to coach younger players, though he wouldn’t dismiss the idea if the right opportunity arises. Currently on a one‑year deal with the Boston Celtics, he prefers a management role after his 20‑year career, yet acknowledges the possibility of transitioning to coaching under ideal circumstances.
The former Boston Celtics rival put things in perspective about what role Jayson Tatum did or did not play in the Jaylen Brown trade. Ultimately, it wasn't up to him what happened, no matter how he felt about it.
In a CLNS Media podcast released on Nov. 12, 2026, Raptors analyst Samson Folk and host Bobby Manning break down the Celtics' 22‑point comeback win over Toronto, Jayson Tatum's performance, and the evolving chemistry with Neemias Queta and Mitchell Robinson. ESPN’s Kris Rhim weighs in on rumors that Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum discussed a potential trade while in France, revisits their recent meeting in Philadelphia, and analyzes Boston's statement win against the 76ers. The show also examines Paul George’s surge after his trade to the Celtics and projects the team’s ceiling and future moves.