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Westbrook extends with OKC, how does it impact the Celtics?
There were rumblings this past month that the Celtics were pursuing Russell Westbrook in what couldâve been a seismic trade, but Westbrook is now off the market. The superstar point guard has agreed with Oklahoma City on a three-year, $85 million contract extension, according to The Verticalâs Adrian Wojnarowski (first reported by Sonics Risingâs Kevin Nesgoda). This impacts the Celtics in a...
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After flurry of moves, Celtics still aren't done
Youâre probably thinking the summer fireworks are finished after the Celtics brought back Tyler Zeller, added ex-Celtic Gerald Green, and signed rookies Demetrius Jackson and Ben Bentil. Itâs true, these moves do lower the likelihood of a multifaceted trade, but it doesnât totally extinguish the odds of something seismic happening. The Celtics still retain their flexibility, since none of...
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Celtics' actions indicate they're still angling for a blockbuster
It often appears the Celtics try to operate behind a veil of secrecy. But if you want to get an idea of what they’re attempting to do, look at their actions. Their rookies are still unsigned and they still havenât made a decision on Tyler Zeller. That keeps them in position to make a potential blockbuster trade. Last summer, the Celtics held off...
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Al Horford âconstantly enhances his teammates'
WALTHAM â The Celtics defense will get even better with the addition of Al Horford — at least on paper. They ranked fourth in defensive rating last season, and now they have a more complete rim protector with Horford, who should enhance their level of play. Thatâs because Horford embodies all the qualities coaches value in a quarterback of the…
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Ainge on Horford: âHe plays the way great Celtics of the past have played'
WALTHAM â With the NBA stressing spacing and shooting, Horford knew last year that it was time to adapt. Now in his first season with the Celtics, Horford is primed to continue evolving as a scorer. âI really worked hard on getting better and getting comfortable shooting the three. Now I think Iâm ready to take another step in that...
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Celtics âphones are ringing' ⊠maybe for Jahlil Okafor or DeMarcus Cousins?
WALTHAM â Al Horford believes that by signing with the Boston Celtics, the doors have been opened for âmany other big free agentsâ to join the team in the future. But owner Wyc Grousbeck and president of basketball operations Danny Ainge have been adamant that — at least for this summer — the Celtics arenât quite done yet. âWell, I feel the phones...
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Horford on the Boston Celtics: âGrateful and very excited for this opportunity'
WALTHAM â Al Horford was introduced as a member of the Boston Celtics on Friday morning, citing Bostonâs potential to build championship contenders as one of the primary reasons he was attracted to the organization. “Iâm very grateful and very excited for this opportunity for me and my family. I have a lot of respect for this organization,” Horford said....
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Colton Iverson could fill Celtics' need for âa stronger center'
WALTHAM â Danny Ainge said Thursday that the Boston Celtics likely arenât done making moves, with their biggest needs being âshootingâ and âa stronger center.â According to a source, the latter need could be filled by center Colton Iverson, whose rights are owned by the Celtics as the 53rd overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft. After spending the last…
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O'Connor: With patience, Celtics still in position to build something special
After the Boston Celtics came so close to landing Kevin Durant, you canât blame fans for wanting Danny Ainge to cash in Bostonâs assets by taking advantage of the stumbling Thunder for Russell Westbrook, or pushing the Bulls to deal Jimmy Butler. It wouldnât be that easy though. Thunder general manager Sam Presti is one of the keenest executives...
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O'Connor: Celtics still in good shape, even without Durant
The Warriors are armed and ready to trounce the rest of the league with Kevin Durant joining an already loaded roster. Assuming Durant re-ups his contract next summer, they’re a safe bet to win at least two titles. Probably three. Maybe even four or more. It might feel like thereâs no point in even bringing your ball to the...