Recently acquired big man should boost Boston’s offense and defense.
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Boston Celtics: Dealing Marcus Smart a bold move by Brad Stevens
Despite their strong ties, Stevens trades veteran guard to Memphis in deal that sends Kristaps Porzingis to Boston.
NBA coaches may soon get 2nd challenge to use if 1st one is successful
The current rule gives coaches one challenge per game, whether they’re right or not.
NBA Finals: Nuggets coach says beating Heat will be ‘biggest challenge of our lives’
The Denver Nuggets are glad they get to stay in Denver for the start of their first Finals appearance, but that doesn’t mean they’re taking the Miami Heat lightly.
Wembanyama about to learn his NBA destination, with the draft lottery on Tuesday
The 7-foot-3 French phenom is already capturing the basketball world’s imagination and attention.
Jeff Van Gundy vs. Alonzo Mourning’s leg: Remembering the 1998 Knicks-Heat brawl
Twenty-five years ago this week, the former coach was left clinging to the Heat big man’s left leg in an attempt to break up a fight between the heated rivals.
Celtics did themselves no favors in Game 1 loss to 76ers
Boston struggled with turnovers and was outrebounded, allowing Philadelphia to take 14 more shots.
NBA playoffs: Bucks, Grizzlies, Cavaliers hope home helps stave off elimination
The Milwaukee Bucks, Memphis Grizzlies and Cleveland Cavaliers are on the brink of elimination and hoping there’s truly no place like home.
Draymond Green returning for Game 4, won’t change post-suspension
Warriors forward fully plans to be suspended again, and had some strong words for the NBA trying to make him an example of suspensions based on past behavior.
Celtics’ Malcolm Brogdon wins NBA’s sixth man of the year award
Brogdon, a starter for most of his first six NBA seasons, has embraced his role on the bench during his first year in Boston.