Tag: boston celtics

NBA Power Rankings: Knicks, Timberwolves on the rise as the ball drops on 2024

There is something appropriate about a New Year’s Eve Power Rankings. Day 366, no less.The last day of the year always makes me...

Celtics hit season's first 2-game skid in Christmas Day loss to 76ers

BOSTON — With 1.1 seconds on the shot clock late in the fourth quarter Wednesday, the Boston Celtics had the benefit of time...

Most interesting NBA awards: An unknown Rookie of the Year? Wide-open Most Improved race?

All your favorite characters are competing for the same NBA award once again.Nikola Jokić is the MVP favorite. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander follows him up....

NBA Power Rankings: Grizzlies rise; Wolves tumble; plus the perfect gift for all 30 teams

If there are 12 days of Christmas, where does that leave us right now?For everyone doing last-minute holiday shopping, I present to you...

Jaylen Brown points the way as unselfish Celtics topple Pistons

BOSTON — The unselfishness that produced the Celtics’ prettiest possession Thursday night started with Jaylen Brown.Brown didn’t rack up an assist on the...

Celtics answer Bucks' call to compete, win despite cold shooting

BOSTON — Al Horford’s final shot didn’t matter. He almost seemed sheepish to put up the layup attempt with one second left Friday...