2 months ago

Michael Malone: Tatum Won’t Look Like Last Year Yet, “This Is Jaylen Brown’s Team”

Malone said Boston should expect a ramp-up, not instant vintage Tatum: “You probably won’t see that version… for a while” after a 10-month recovery. He credited Tatum for “checking all the boxes” to return, and credited Celtics for holding the fort, but added he’s “not going to be the guy leading this team.” “This is Jaylen Brown’s team,” Malone said.

By Raahib Singh

2 months ago

Jazz Minority Owner Dwyane Wade Hints at Wanting LeBron James to Finish His Career in Utah

Wade believes that LeBron will play 2 more years and if the Lakers don't make a run with the season nearing its end, he could retire on another team. "I got a team where I would like him to go," Wade said, hinting at the Jazz. Despite their connection, it's unlikely LeBron chooses Utah over a potential contending team.

By Pranay Mukherjee

2 months ago

Jaylen Brown Commends Jayson Tatum for Unselfishly Returning This Season, Risking His Body

Brown commends Tatum for even having the thought of coming back this season after suffering an ACL tear during last year's playoffs. "Wanting to come back was an unselfish act, putting his body on the line," Brown said. He added that he and Tatum are on the same page about the mindset they have and just wanting to win.

By Pranay Mukherjee

2 months ago

TD Garden Goes Wild as Jayson Tatum Is Announced for the First Time This Season

Tatum was announced as part of the Celtics lineup for the first time this season. He made his season debut after recovering from a torn Achilles. Fans at the TD Garden went absolutely wild, cheering, appluadong and calling his name when Tatum was announced. Although Jaylen Brown has led the team well, fans have been anticipating Tatum's return.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

Nikola Vucevic Suffers Right Fractured Finger vs. Mavs

Vucevic has suffered a fractured right finger while playing vs. Mavericks, per Shams Charania. He's done for the night, with the Celtics losing a big piece in their frontcourt rotation. It's unknown if Vucevic can play through the injury. The Celtics have Neemias Queta and Luka Garza, but Vucevic added an extra offensive side to the Celtics' game.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

Jayson Tatum Gets Hot, Hits 5 Straight Shots vs. Mavs

After starting his return game ice cold, going 0-6, Tatum hit 5 shots in a row, getting 12 points. Many hoped Tatum would return in star form and although he's looked rusty, he hasn't disappointed. With 12 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists at the end of the third quarter, Tatum has shown he's more than ready to play.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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