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Marcus Smart’s Game 4 takeover was prime example of his value
Marcus Smart has heard all kinds of statements from pundits and fans–Boston Celtics fans included–throughout the first two seasons of his young NBA career. “He can’t shoot.” “He doesn’t have a...
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Isaiah Thomas injured during game
With the outcome not even remotely close, the Boston Celtics lost more than merely a game to Atlanta Hawks. It lost Isaiah Thomas, who is by far the team’s best offensive weapon. On Tuesday night, the...
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Rosen: Hawks’ defense, 3-point shooting key Game 5 blowout of Celtics
The Atlanta Hawks’ 110-83 drubbing of the Boston Celtics was a rather stunning blowout, but there were other surprises in Game 5 as well. Paul Millsap lacked the explosive first step he had in scoring...
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2016 NBA Playoffs: Hawks blow out Boston while the Pacers just plain blow it
As the first round nears completion, Tuesday night provided another blowout but also supplied a close game with a waved-off buzzer beater. Baby steps! TORONTO RAPTORS 102, INDIANA PACERS 99 (RAPTORS...
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Celtics need Isaiah Thomas to be great in Game 6
The Boston Celtics have a rather simple recipe for offensive success: hope Isaiah Thomas plays well. When he does, they have a shot. When he doesn’t? Well, let’s just say they’re about as effective as...
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Examining possible Blake Griffin trades to improve Clippers
Sometimes being good just isn’t good enough. Since Chris Paul arrived in 2011, the Los Angeles Clippers have ranked 11th, fourth, second, second and fifth in the NBA in net rating. For all intents and...
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Hawks beat Celtics to set up meeting with Cavaliers
The Atlanta Hawks blew a big lead in a Game 4 loss in Boston, but they didn’t do the same thing this time around, although things got a little dicey late. The Hawks surged out to a 28-point...
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Rosen: Hawks’ Game 6 clincher exemplifies why they beat Celtics
The Atlanta Hawks’ 104-92 win over the Boston Celtics exemplified why and how they won the entire series. On the Hawks’ very first possession of the game they made five passes before taking a shot. On...
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The Starting 5: Lakers get their man in Luke Walton, but do they know who...
The Starting 5: A look at some of the best hoops content from around the internet 1. Lakers get their man in Luke Walton, but do they know who they’re getting? – Bill Reitman, CBS Sports It took the...
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Season a smashing success despite early playoff exit
Raise your hand if you thought the Boston Celtics would win 48 games this season. Heck, raise your hand if you thought the Celtics would even make the playoffs this season. It was a magical year in...
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Celtics should consider trading Nets pick
The Boston Celtics are entering their most pivotal offseason since they traded for Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen back in 2007. I know that sounds cliche, but given the current state of the franchise and...
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Biggest offseason needs
During their six-game loss to the Atlanta Hawks, the Boston Celtics clearly demonstrated that they have several holes on the roster that need to be filled. Sure, just about every team has deficiencies,...
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Boston Celtics announce new practice facility
Darren Rovell of ESPN reports that the Boston Celtics are beginning work on a new practice facility that will take nearly two years to build: Celtics announce debut plans for new facility that will be...
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Column: The Celtics shouldn’t re-sign Evan Turner
One of the prevailing questions for the Boston Celtics this offseason will be what they should do with unrestricted free agent Evan Turner. It’s a touchy subject for some. Turner is unquestionably the...
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Celtics should target Bismack Biyombo in free agency
One role player who has thoroughly caught the attention of NBA fans throughout these playoffs is a guy who was an afterthought just one year ago: Toronto Raptors big man Bismack Biyombo. Back in 2011,...
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Olynyk deciding on “inevitable” shoulder surgery
A. Sherrod Blakely of CSNNE.com reports that Boston Celtics stretch-4 Kelly Olynyk is faced with a difficult decision regarding an upcoming shoulder surgery that has been diagnosed as “inevitable.” As...
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What’s at stake in the 2016 NBA Draft Lottery
While the playoffs rage on, offseason mode will officially start on Tuesday for most teams in the league. The NBA Draft Lottery will be held in New York, and it will determine the order of the draft....
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Ranking conspiracy theories for the 2016 NBA Draft lottery
It’s draft lottery season again, and this time of the year means three things: NBA figures sitting awkwardly at podiums, Heather Cox explaining how ping pong balls work and, most importantly,...
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Celtics’ C Olynyk undergoes successful shoulder surgery
According to a statement released by the team on Tuesday, Boston Celtics’ center Kelly Olynyk has undergone a successful right shoulder arthroscopy for recurrent subluxations. Set to begin an...
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The Celtics have options with No. 3 pick
The Boston Celtics have quite the luxury moving forward. It’s a team fresh off a trip to the NBA Playoffs, cap room is more than workable, and the ping pong gods curried in Boston’s favor, as the...
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