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For Stevens, empathy much more important than basketball right now

by KYLE HIGHTOWER Associated Press June 2, 2020June 3, 2020

In a letter to his players, Boston Coach Brad Stevens said ‘every decent person is hurting’ after the death of George Floyd, and the best thing he can do is listen and support his team.

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Who will be Boston’s next MVP?

by Tom Keegan Boston Herald May 24, 2020May 26, 2020

The Bruins’ David Pastrnak is the front runner, but there are others should could contend for their league MVP, including Jarrett Stidham.

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Grant Williams’ living arrangements help him work on skills

by KYLE HIGHTOWER AP Sports Writer May 21, 2020May 22, 2020

Celtics forward Grant Williams hasn’t been limited to just virtual meetings with teammates during the pandemic

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Former Celtics, Canisius guard Johnny McCarthy dies at 86

by The Associated Press May 13, 2020May 14, 2020

Former Canisius basketball star and NBA champion John McCarthy has died at the age of 86

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Former Celtic McHale weighs in on Last Dance

by Steve Bulpett Boston Herald May 10, 2020May 11, 2020

Kevin McHale offers his take on whether the Celtics snubbed the Pistons, like Detroit was later accused of doing to the Bulls.

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Celtics keep things interesting with stars joining conference calls

by JIMMY GOLEN Associated Press April 22, 2020April 23, 2020

From Mark Wahlberg to LL Cool J, the Celtics are getting ‘some very inspirational speakers’ as they wait out the coronavirus pandemic.

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Celtics Tatum staying away from basketball

by Associated Press April 14, 2020April 15, 2020

Jayson Tatum says he hasn’t touched a basketball since March 10.

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A path forward: NBA, NHL and MLB tinker with restart options

by The Associated Press April 8, 2020April 9, 2020

The three biggest U.S.-based sports leagues currently most affected by the coronavirus crisis are trying to figure out a path forward for if and when games resume.