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A lot has changed for Hugo Gonzalez ahead of his second Summer League Celtics run
Hugo Gonzalez enters Summer League as Boston's most experienced player -- a year after being their greenest.
Experimenting with conviction: Amile Jefferson ready to lead Summer League Celtics
Amile Jefferson shares the counsel he received from the Celtics' recent Summer League bench bosses. He also opened up about the bedrock of his coaching approach.
Celtics waiving Dalano Banton could open door to sign Jayson Tatum's best friend
A roster spot has opened up, suddenly meaning Bradley Beal is a viable option.
Amile Jefferson's unique perspective has him primed for Celtics Summer League job
Celtics Summer League head coach Amile Jefferson can reflect on his own time on the Las Vegas floor as he prepares to lead the Cs.
'He Made Me a Better Coach': Joe Mazzulla's raw reaction to Jaylen Brown Trade
Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla breaks down his raw reaction to the Jaylen Brown trade and his unwavering trust in Brad Stevens.
Hugo Gonzalez sheds light on tough reality of Celtics trading Jaylen Brown
As the Boston Celtics gear up for Las Vegas Summer League, second-year pro Hugo Gonzalez reflects on the massive void left by locker room leader Jaylen Brown.
Celtics quietly make roster cut as latest part of salary cap gymnastics plan
The Celtics announced Thursday that they've waived Dalano Banton, which will put their payroll below the luxury tax threshold.
Mitchell Robinson sends Celtics fans savage reminder of the monster they just added
Mitchell Robinson has his flaws that stand out like a sore thumb. Even so, he let the Boston Celtics fanbase know in the most harsh way of the player that's about to play for the team next season.
Celtics' big prize from Jaylen Brown trade gets even better after Kawhi Leonard twist
The NBA's ruling on the Kawhi Leonard trade makes the Clippers' 2028 1st-round pick, which Boston likely just acquired for Jaylen Brown, even more interesting.
Jaylen Brown trade lets Celtics do something they haven't done in 9 years
Many will continue to question the Boston Celtics trading Jaylen Brown until next season's team proves that they shouldn't. Even if that iteration doesn't work out, the Brown trade created an ace in the hole Boston is very familiar with.
The upcoming contract decision that could give the Celtics an NBA 'cheat code'
The Celtics should offer Payton Pritchard the most they are allowed to this October and hope that he signs on for the rest of his prime at a huge discount.
8 Celtics to watch in Vegas from a high-upside rookie to a Sam Hauser prototype
From Hugo Gonzalez's looming showcase to a high-upside rookie debut, these 8 Boston Celtics players have everything to prove at the Las Vegas Summer League.
The Trey Murphy dream is over: 3 realistic trade targets for the Celtics
With Trey Murphy likely off the table, Boston’s front office has a massive $27M exception burning a hole in their pocket. Here is why trading Sam Hauser for a defensive stud makes more sense, and why it might backfire.
Why recent NBA developments completely change the Celtics' Trey Murphy trade plans
The Trey Murphy III trade rumors were exciting, but a massive luxury tax hurdle, a steep asking price, and a surprise roster addition mean Boston should pivot.
Zach Lowe explains how Jaylen Brown tanked his trade market to force Celtics' hand
The further removed we get from the trade, the more information we get as to the timing for the Celtics and the market for Jaylen Brown.
Paul George decision opens door for complicated Trey Murphy III-Celtics trade
Paul George waiving his trade kicker saves the Boston Celtics a lot of money. More than that, it makes a Trey Murphy III trade plausible, but oh boy, the cost would be a little too astronomical for the Celtics' taste.
Jayson Tatum teaming up with best friend in Boston picking up some steam
The Boston Celtics have a full roster as currently constructed, so they don't have to make any mother moves. However, steam is starting to pick up insinuating Jayson Tatum's best friend could join the team.
Celtics' summer league roster headlined by deal-breaker in Giannis trade bid
The Celtics have released a summer league roster and schedule, headlined by a player whose name has been in the national spotlight this summer.
Celtics just made their stance on Jayson Tatum clear after Jaylen Brown trade
The Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the 76ers and told fans all they need to know about Jayson Tatum in the process.
Flaying the Celtics over Paul George’s monstrous contract misses the big picture
Paul George makes almost as much as Jaylen Brown next season, but focusing on that element of the trade is missing the big picture.
How the Jaylen Brown trade exposes the harsh new reality of the NBA CBA
The Jaylen Brown trade shocked Celtics fans, but Brad Stevens' move proves the era of stacking supermax players is officially dead. Here is why.
Brad Stevens' best offseason moves have been hidden in plain sight
Brad Stevens has been busy this offseason. He's definitely been talked about a lot this summer, but some of his recent moves for the Boston Celtics are getting less credit than they deserve.
Why the Celtics shouldn’t lose sleep over gifting Jaylen Brown to the 76ers
It's bad enough trading a franchise icon like Jaylen Brown, but it's even worse to trade him to a hated rival, the 76ers, who now have championship aspirations.
Celtics' roster is officially taking shape after chaotic first week of free agency
The Celtics' talent has taken a major hit this offseason, but on paper, this lineup still looks pretty damn good.
Paul George waiving kicker strongly signals Celtics have ace up their sleeve
Upon being traded to the Boston Celtics, Paul George raised some eyebrows when he opted to waive his trade kicker. Doing so does the Celtics a favor, which could indicate something else is on the horizon.