Boston Celtics
Coverage of Boston Celtics in the Nexus archive.
- Pelicans shut down Knicks push for Yves Missi after Mitchell Robinson leaves for Celtics
The New Orleans Pelicans rejected multiple trade attempts by the New York Knicks to acquire center Yves Missi after the Knicks lost Mitchell Robinson to the Boston Celtics. The Pelicans view Missi as a key core player and have declared him unavailable for trade. Missi, a 22-year-old rookie, was drafted by New Orleans in 2024 and is entering his third NBA season.
- Jaylen Brown getting traded by Celtics to 76ers for Paul George, draft picks
The Boston Celtics traded 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and multiple draft picks. The deal includes two first-round and two second-round picks for Boston, marking another major trade in the NBA's summer moves.
- Jaylen Brown reportedly traded from Celtics to 76ers
Jaylen Brown has been traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics confirmed the move, ending Brown's tenure with the team.
- Mitchell Robinson departs champion Knicks for $47.4M deal with Celtics: report
Mitchell Robinson has agreed to a three-year, $47.4 million contract with the Boston Celtics, departing from the New York Knicks. The deal marks a significant financial commitment by Boston to the free agent center.
- Pelicans decline team option on Kevon Looney
The New Orleans Pelicans declined the $8M team option on Kevon Looney's contract, making the three-time NBA champion an unrestricted free agent. The move leaves Yves Missi as the Pelicans' only true center, prompting the team to seek a center via free agency or trade.
- Pelicans could be active on draft night despite no first-round picks
The New Orleans Pelicans lack a first-round draft pick but may be active on draft night through trades. They are linked to potential deals involving star players like Boston's Jaylen Brown or Atlanta's No. 8 pick, while also fielding aggressive offers for Trey Murphy and Herb Jones. The team's focus remains on developing Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen as core players.
- Heat nearing favorite Celtics, Knicks in Eastern Conference after Giannis Antetokounmpo trade
The Miami Heat may have traded for Giannis Antetokounmpo, making them favorites over the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference. The betting community strongly supports this move despite the Heat's roster changes.
- Blockbuster deal: Milwaukee Bucks trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami Heat
The Milwaukee Bucks traded Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat in exchange for Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, three first-round picks (including No. 13), a pick swap, and a second-round pick. The deal, pending finalization on July 6, also involved competition from the Boston Celtics, who offered Jaylen Brown and two first-round picks.
- Celtics have inside track on Giannis Antetokounmpo trade according to oddsmakers
The Boston Celtics are positioned to have an advantage in a potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, according to oddsmakers. This trade is described as the most significant development in the NBA offseason.