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Matt John

Matt John

Joined: Sep 27, 2024

Oct 13, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Lonnie Walker IV (12) controls the ball while Toronto Raptors guard Davion Mitchell (45) defends during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images
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Recent Lonnie Walker Report Casts Doubt on His Future With the Celtics

When the Celtics cut Lonnie Walker, it didn't seem his time with the team wasn't necessarily done, since his contract allowed him to make some money if he spent time with their G-League team. However, when the Maine Celtics announced their roster, Walker

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Jun 12, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) and guard Jaylen Brown (7) celebrate after defeating the Dallas Mavericks in game three of the 2024 NBA Finals at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
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Celtics Star Earns Eastern Conference Player of the Week

Jayson Tatum was named as the NBA's first Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Such an honor symbolizes the first step in what Tatum wants to accomplish this season.

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Oct 23, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka reacts during the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Ime Udoka is Doing His Best Impression of Infamous Celtics Coach

The Rockets keep linking themselves with current and former Celtics. Since Udoka coaches them, it doesn't feel like a coincidence, and it really feels like a strategy similar to what a former Celtics coach used to implement.

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Oct 13, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Lonnie Walker IV (12) during the second half against the Toronto Raptors at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images
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2 Reasons Suggesting Lonnie Walker Re-Signs With Celtics

Besides Jake Fischer's recent report regarding Boston and Walker, two hints signify that the Celtics intend to sign him to their roster.

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Oct 26, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) protects the ball late in the second half from Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (23) at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images
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Jayson Tatum Goes Off on How the Celtics Thrive in Crunchtime

Once upon a time, crunchtime was seen as the Celtics' Achilles heel. However, the Celtics have since put those woes to bed, and they showed it when they beat the Pistons on October 26. While being neck-and-neck with them for most of the fourth quarter, th

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Oct 22, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) reacts after shooting for three points against the New York Knicks in the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Rival Team Kept Their Eye on Derrick White Before Extension With Celtics

The Boston Celtics left nothing to chance with Derrick White during the 2024 Offseason. With his current contract set to expire in 2025, the Celtics extended him before he had the chance to enter free agency.

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Oct 12, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Lonnie Walker IV (12) attempts a basket against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
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Insider Reveals Celtics Might Not Be Done With Lonnie Walker After All

Following an impressive preseason, it wasn't actually all too shocking that the Celtics waived Lonnie Walker, knowing how much keeping him would have cost them. However, he had proven himself good enough to earn a roster spot.

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Oct 12, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) walks into the arena before a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
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Payton Pritchard Urges NBA to Make 2 Rule Changes

Payton Pritchard's long heaves at the buzzer have now become a tradition for the Celtics at this point knowing how many he's made. Pritchard's rare gift showed itself again in their blowout win against the Wizards, but it was a hair too late to count.

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Oct 15, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla looks on from the bench against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images
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Joe Mazzulla Reveals Strong Message He Sent to Celtics Legend Bob Cousy

Multiple Celtics legends appeared at their ring ceremony as the franchise celebrated raising its 18th banner on October 22. Chief among them was the first legend in its franchise history, Bob Cousy.

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Nov 22, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) fight for the ball during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes Bold Claim About Jaylen Brown

There's no denying how vital Jaylen Brown was to the Celtics' 18th title. Not only did his efforts help the Celtics win the championship, but he received multiple individual accolades along the way, like the Eastern Conference Finals MVP and NBA Finals MV

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Oct 22, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) reacts after his three point basket against the New York Knicks in the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Multiple Celtics Reveal How They've Turned the Page After Winning the Title

The Boston Celtics just won their 18th NBA title. It's not uncommon for reigning NBA champions to have a "championship hangover" in which a team doesn't perform quite as well as last season. On opening night, the Celtics made it clear that they aren't one

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Jun 21, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) reacts during the 2024 NBA Championship parade in Boston. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
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Jaylen Brown Reveals What Would Prevent Him From Playing in 2028 Olympics

Jaylen Brown being snubbed from the 2024 Olympics while his three champion teammates - Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White - took everyone aback. Team USA did just fine without him, but his snub could impact whether he'll want to play on their n

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