https://hardwoodhoudini.comhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/nikola-vucevic-time-celtics-was-brief-was-hapless?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ktmg91ny0gThe latest NBA buzz has indicated that Nikola Vucevic won't be back with the Boston Celtics. It's fair to believe that, but it's a shame because it didn't work out, with no one really to blame.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:40:18 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-giannis-may-not-want-celtics-reportedly-focuses-heat?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01ktm4t75t70Breaking down why Giannis Antetokounmpo's interest in joining the Celtics appears to have changed, as the Heat sit in pole position to land the two-time NBA MVP.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:45:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/boston-celtics-have-officially-lost-nikola-vucevic-trade-ahead-free-agency?utm_source=RSSTyler Watts01ktmg8y83jdThe Boston Celtics lost the Nikola Vucevic trade after the latest intel suggests they have already made their free-agent decision on him.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:01:27 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/myles-turner-might-precisely-reason-why-celtics-dont-want-giannis?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ktkwcg281rMore intel has come out suggesting the Boston Celtics aren't in on Giannis Antetokounmpo. Many will come to their own conclusions as to why that is, but one viable reason is that they may not want Myles Turner.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:15:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/major-roadblock-standing-way-kristaps-porzingis-reunion-boston?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01ktkzbw2cbyAccording to NBA Insider, Jake Fischer, the Warriors are "hopeful" that they'll be able to retain former Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis on a team-friendly deal.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-taking-right-stance-futures-jaylen-brown-derrick-white?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01ktkv9e541wThe Celtics are smart to be uneager to trade either Jaylen Brown or Derrick White this summer.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:40:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/3-moves-celtics-make-they-brace-nikola-vucevic-impending-exit?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01ktksf7kh6gThe Celtics have plenty of routes to replace Nikola Vucevic, who is a "lock" to leave them this summer, according to Marc Stein.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:40:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-domantas-sabonis-blockbuster-trade-makes-zero-sense-celtics?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ktknjxepdbIf the Celtics are going to pursue a blockbuster trade this summer, Domantas Sabonis is not the player they should be chasing.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:30:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/boston-celtics-stance-nikola-vucevic-revealed-ahead-free-agency?utm_source=RSSTyler Watts01ktjp8xsgc4The Boston Celtics traded for Nikola Vucevic at the deadline, but his future is already certain, according to Marc Stein.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:08:40 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-could-look-recreate-jrue-holiday-magic-giannis-sweepstakes?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ktfr8bvjvrThere hasn't been much intel on whether the Boston Celtics want Giannis Antetokounmpo or not. If they don't, that doesn't mean they couldn't get in that blockbuster trade this summer.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-latest-mitchell-robinson-report-ignores-celtics-favorite-free-agency-weapon?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01ktj28hgr7sIt makes perfect sense why the Celtics weren't listed among the potential suitors for Knicks' center Mitchell Robinson. In fact, it's exactly how they prefer it.Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/payton-pritchard-joining-jokic-kd-should-force-celtics-change-ways?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kthzgnqbe5Every stat reflects a common theme: Payton Pritchard is an offensive weapon, and the Celtics need to lean on him even more heavily going forward.Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/historic-stats-prove-celtics-sleeping-luka-garza?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kthqq5ehanWhat if the stretch big man the Celtics so desperately need has been on the roster all along?Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/karl-anthony-towns-making-al-horford-like-impact-nba-finals?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kthhnd6ak6Karl-Anthony Towns has been perhaps the biggest reason why the New York Knicks are ahead 2-0 in the NBA Finals. His impact feels very similar to what Al Horford used to do for the Boston Celtics.Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/trading-jaylen-brown-would-counterproductive-brad-stevens-main-offseason-goal?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kthny60t5mBrad Stevens made his goals for the offseason clear, and those don't seem to align with trading away Jaylen Brown.Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/nba-preparing-hated-celtics-rival-finally-land-giannis?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kthhg61e1gThe Celtics have been in all the rumors since losing to the 76ers, but it appears one of their main rivals is actually set to land the biggest fish in the pond.Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:30:08 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-dumping-neemias-queta-playoffs-massive-mistake-celtics?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kthe70gkjpNeemias Queta had a breakout year for the Celtics, but people are foolishly overindexing on a few signs of growing pains in the playoffs.Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:31:03 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-killer-may-best-option-should-boston-acquire-giannis?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ktfsney2w1We don't know if the Boston Celtics want to add Giannis Antetokounmpo, despite his interest in them. If Brad Stevens acquires him, his next best move may be to bring in one of his former teammates who gave Boston trouble.Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:45:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-long-term-plans-neemias-queta-may-have-just-been-exposed?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ktf4s8g7fnNot enough has been discussed regarding whether the Boston Celtics will trust Neemias Queta going forward. The latest intel on Mitchell Robinson may have indirectly confirmed how they feel about him.Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:05:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/mike-brown-keeps-doing-knicks-what-joe-mazzulla-refused-celtics?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ktf7hvh4w3The Knicks are two wins from a title, thanks in part to Mike Brown's great coaching and how he's capitalizing in a way Joe Mazzulla should have.Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/knicks-replicating-2024-celtics-championship-formula-real-time?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ktf3ha2112The Celtics saw their secondary star shine brightly when they won the NBA Finals, and the Knicks are going through a similar experience with Karl-Anthony Towns.Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/giannis-interest-joining-celtics-may-explain-why-no-trade-happened?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ktd3bqfjf8We keep getting more indications that Giannis Antetokounmpo prefers to join the Boston Celtics. Reading the tea leaves, that could explain why nothing has happened yet.Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:05:14 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/brad-stevens-complex-free-agency-history-reveal-itself-again-summer?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ktccxnytsfBrad Stevens has proven himself to be a highly competent executive for the Boston Celtics. However, in free agency, his history there is a bit complicated. With what he has at his disposal, we'll get to see another side of him.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/cavs-just-learned-painful-jrue-holiday-lesson-nly-going-get-worse?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01ktcjc2g5xsThe Cavaliers' decision to trade for James Harden instead of Jrue Holiday was a mistake. Now, that choice figures to look even worse.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:00:02 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/ridiculous-jaylen-brown-rumors-celtics-fans-need-stop-buying-into?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01ktcdtaep7eCeltics star Jaylen Brown is being thrown in far too many fake trades. Yes, it's the offseason, but people are simply too bored at this point.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:40:15 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/derrick-white-contract-more-valuable-celtics-anything-could-acquire?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ktc6ae17svDerrick White's name has been in trade rumors, but he's more valuable on the Celtics next season than as a trade asset.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:45:06 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/next-jalen-brunson-could-already-hidden-celtics-roster?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ktar4vf3f0Jalen Brunson just needed the right role to become a superstar, and the Celtics have a similar player already hiding on their roster.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/jalen-brunson-for-knicks-what-kyrie-irving-supposed-be-for-celtics?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ktajwcy8qeJalen Brunson and the New York Knicks deserves props for a mutually beneficial union. What makes it hard to watch is that the Boston Celtics had a similar vision with Kyrie Irving almost a decade earlier.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/bill-simmons-wild-jaylen-brown-trade-idea-comes-major-risk?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ktamfegnpvBill Simmons thinks the Celtics will actually zig when the rest of the NBA is zagging when it comes to a potential Jaylen Brown trade.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:05:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-surging-big-allen-graves-escaping-celtics-draft-range-that-s-ok?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kta9m8z0r7Ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft, get familiar with Allen Graves. The Santa Clara star went from barely being on the NBA's radar to surging up the draft board.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/mavs-reportedly-interested-stealing-key-weapon-from-celtics-coaching-staff?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01kta7mhzj56According to The Steinline, Boston Celtics assistant coach Tony Dobbins is amongst those up for the Dallas Mavericks head coaching job.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:20:44 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/2022-celtics-hold-terrifying-nba-finals-warning-knicks?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kta7kxt479The Knicks got a huge road win in Game 1 of the Finals, but recent history suggests that the job is far from done, with no better example than the 2022 Celtics.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:20:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/giannis-desire-join-celtics-fantastic-news-even-wont-happen?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt9razd9x1The latest intel on Giannis Antetokounmpo is that he has interest in joining the Boston Celtics. It remains to be seen if the feeling is mutual, but whether it is or isn't, Giannis' interest in joining Boston is spectacular news.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:20:47 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/knicks-providing-answer-celtics-giannis-trade-conundrum?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt9ebwzyb8As painful as the Knicks' success is to Celtics fans, there's an important lesson the team can take away as it relates to their potential Giannis pursuit.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/spurs-high-alert-victor-wembanyama-keeps-doing-best-jayson-tatum-impression?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt8sa8wwvqThe San Antonio Spurs blew Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals, with much of it being because Victor Wembanyama didn't fare too great. This could be a problem if his performance is much like Jayson Tatum's in his first finals trip with the Boston Celtics.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:40:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/giannis-celtics-locked-most-unexpected-stand-off-boston-fans-imagine?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt7yxa6jftGiannis Antetokounmpo wants to be traded to the Celtics. So, this should be easy, right? Apparently, that's not the case for the Celtics.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:10:25 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/wild-theory-explains-why-celtics-may-not-pursue-giannis-antetokounmpo?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt7bmek785More reports have indicated that the Boston Celtics don't want Giannis Antetokounmpo, despite him being interested in them. Sounds kind of baffling, but one theory could explain why they're steering clear of the two-time MVP.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:31:08 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/pelicans-jaylen-brown-interest-triggers-2-major-questions-boston?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kt773atqnkThe Pelicans can make a compelling run at acquiring Jaylen Brown. Here are the trade packages that could bring the Celtics to the table.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-brad-stevens-might-actually-consider-selling-high-jaylen-brown-summer?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt6yw66tt5With at least 4 teams calling about Jaylen Brown, the Celtics face a wild dilemma. Here's why trading the All-NBA star might actually make sense for Boston.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:04 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/giannis-trade-rumors-all-but-dead-celtics-after-latest-nba-insider-truth-bomb?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt5x69rferThe Giannis rumors are as cool as they can be after Jake Fischer came out and said he doesn't expect the Celtics to pursue a trade for the Greek Freak.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-adding-collin-sexton-would-full-circle-moment?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt5erzh5s6If the Boston Celtics want a microwave scorer off their bench this season, Collin Sexton would make a lot of sense. Adding him would also be a tad poetic given he has indirect history with the Celtics.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:55:26 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/joe-mazzulla-favorite-strategy-quietly-killing-celtics-homecourt-advantage?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt5dmwx0x3Being the home team isn't the advantage it used to be in the NBA, and Joe Mazzulla's beloved 3-pointers are a big reason why.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:40:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-potential-failure-sign-isaiah-hartenstein-stings-worse-than-appears?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt53ad35y8Isaiah Hartenstein would have made a lot of sense for the Boston Celtics this summer. But for that same reason, it's increasingly likely he's not going anywhere. It actually gets worse when going down this rabbit hole.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/brutal-reality-nba-cba-how-celtics-plan-outsmart?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt52fbfxx6With Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum on supermax deals, the Celtics must adapt. Here is how Boston can exploit a massive NBA market inefficiency next season.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-could-target-next-robert-williams-2026-nba-draft?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kt4x8th201As the Boston Celtics assess their options with the 27th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, this high-flying forward/center could potentially fall to them for the same reason Robert Williams III did.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:00:10 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-thunder-game-7-collapse-huge-win-for-celtics?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt49xw3jn5Eight years, eight different champions? The NBA's crazy parity just handed Jayson Tatum and the Celtics a golden opportunity to claim the decade.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/zach-lowe-just-silenced-celtics-giannis-trade-rumors-now?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt34kgh8hdZach Lowe weighed in on what he's sensing from the Celtics ahead of a big offseason and how that relates to the trade rumors around Giannis Antetokounmpo.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:05 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-rumored-trey-murphy-iii-pursuit-looking-through-wrong-end-telescope?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt2xxe0zqzTrey Murphy III has been linked to the Celtics lately. Trading for him is a good idea, but a wing upgrade isn't the roster's biggest necessity at this point.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-cason-wallace-holds-key-celtics-perfect-future-masterplan?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt2ktegfhkThere's a great opportunity for the Celtics to go all-in on a player that the Thunder may not be able to keep in Oklahoma City for long.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:00:02 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-have-secret-edge-over-heat-giannis-antetokounmpo-sweepstakes?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt289mrr7vThe Boston Celtics and Miami Heat have been named as suitors for Giannis Antetokounmpo. More has come out indicating Boston's not that interested, but they have an advantage over the Heat if they change their mind.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:00:02 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/okc-looming-tax-crunch-could-hand-celtics-golden-bench-opportunity?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt2ef4g6cyThe Thunder are going to have to make some moves to shed money this summer, and the Celtics are primed to get involved.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:00:02 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-nba-finals-court-reveal-massive-gut-punch-celtics-fans?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01kt248n14gqThe Spurs revealed the Larry O'Brien trophy painted on the Frost Bank Center floor for the Finals and I'm sick all over again that the Celtics didn't come close to making it.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/latest-derrick-white-report-drops-major-hint-about-future-with-celtics?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01kt225w0r6jThe Celtics' reported unwillingess to even negotiate a Derrick White trade with the Cavaliers back in February should indicate that he's relatively safe this summer.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:00:09 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/zion-williamson-may-be-exactly-what-celtics-looking-for-potential-trade-01kt2043wtw4?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01kt2043wtw4Pelicans forward Zion Williamson gets to the rim more than almost anybody -- the exact quality Brad Stevens seemed to want more of during his press conference last month.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/thunder-made-championship-realization-celtics-known-decades?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt0zz1zx4zThe Oklahoma City Thunder came up short in their hopes of repeating as NBA Champions. Obviously it's just a setback for them, but the Boston Celtics know perhaps better than anyone that winning consecutive titles is hard.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/how-ncaa-nil-chaos-quietly-ruining-celtics-draft-plans?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt0kxx78w1The Celtics have dominated the middle of the draft in recent years, but that area is getting much weaker thanks to NIL money in college basketball.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:02 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-celtics-would-absolutely-crazy-accept-4-team-jaylen-brown-trade?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt0fs8vkwnBleacher Report's latest Jaylen Brown mock trade makes some sense, but it just doesn't satisfy enough needs for the Celtics.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-dream-offseason-target-vet-just-torched-knicks?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt0crrgn7cThere's one free agent option this offseason who would check almost every single box for the Celtics, including some huge playoff moments against the Knicks.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/forget-vucevic-why-kevin-love-sensible-big-man-celtics-actually-need?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kt0ad08fd1The Celtics still need another big man, but if they want a vet shooter, Kevin Love makes far more sense than Nikola Vucevic.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:00:04 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/rival-nba-teams-just-handed-celtics-massive-coaching-victory?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kt0ge0kj52Rival NBA teams keep making the same mistake, and it's giving the Boston Celtics a massive offseason victory.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:16:27 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-anthony-davis-trade-would-cost-celtics-much-justify?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kt0d4hyatgAnthony Davis was once the missing piece to the Celtics' championship puzzle. Times have changed. It's clear that Boston should go in a different direction.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:02:54 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/thunder-game-7-loss-could-crush-celtics-dream-trey-murphy-iii-trade?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kt04tw0aj9The Thunder are in the Celtics' way on the court, and following their Game 7 exit, OKC could battle Boston for Pelicans star Trey Murphy III this offseason.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/luke-kornet-sent-celtics-harsh-reminder-last-year-pivotal-playoff-mistake?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kt00p0wgrjLuke Kornet has only continued his success since leaving the Boston Celtics. He and the San Antonio Spurs now have a shot at the title. More than that, Kornet's contributions prove the Celtics chose wrong with him last year.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/trading-jaylen-brown-non-giannis-type-deal-makes-zero-sense-celtics?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kszy7m5hk2If Boston isn't getting back a superstar like Giannis, there's no reason for them to trade Jaylen Brown.Sun, 31 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/bill-simmons-trey-murphy-trade-intel-gives-celtics-fans-plenty-celebrate?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kszwe0hxtdAccording to Bill Simmons, the Boston Celtics could target Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III to bolster their core this offseason.Sun, 31 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-seemingly-dire-homecourt-issue-become-leaguewide-plague?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kszvd68t7gThe Celtics have a TD Garden problem, but when taking a broader look around the league, they may not be alone.Sun, 31 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/unlikely-celtics-alum-just-made-surprising-return-nba-finals?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kszknkpdepThe Boston Celtics have had enough success over the past decade or so that it's not surprising that one or more of their former players have made it to the NBA Finals. However, no one would have thought one not too obscure Celtics alum would have made it.Sun, 31 May 2026 20:15:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/okc-heartbreak-poignant-lesson-celtics-must-follow-when-rebuilding-roster?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ksznr3x3jtThere's a lesson to be learned from the failures of the Thunder that the Celtics must apply this summer and beyond.Sun, 31 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/shaquille-o-neal-sends-clear-warning-celtics-over-potential-giannis-trade?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kszj7cwayhShaquille O'Neal believes change is necessary, but that the Boston Celtics should move forward with franchise cornerstones Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.Sun, 31 May 2026 18:11:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/nba-playoffs-should-offer-surprising-hope-optimism-young-celtics?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kszfnpdj39It's hard to find optimism for Celtics fans, but weirdly, they should be hopeful about their young players based on how the playoffs have gone.Sun, 31 May 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/thunder-loss-warps-superstar-trade-landscape-celtics-summer?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ksz82109d3If the Celtics want to trade for a superstar, that proposition may have just gotten a lot harder with the Thunder's West Finals loss to the Spurs.Sun, 31 May 2026 15:15:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/luigi-suigo-italian-wemby-could-give-celtics-1-2-center-punch-need?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01ksy97wgy78Here's a scouting report on Luigi Suigo. The "Italian Wemby" is a skilled center who stands nearly 7-foot-3 and offers a promising foundation on both sides of the ball.Sun, 31 May 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/boston-celtics-need-shown-door-bench-neemias-queta-sam-hauser-payton-pritchard?utm_source=RSSTyler Watts01kstgczs9bjThe Boston Celtics must improve their roster after a first-round playoff exit, which means sending multiple players packing.Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-need-add-forgotten-missing-element-frontcourt-offseason?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ksxmkhfygvAll the buzz to start the summer is around the Celtics’ big men. Is Neemias Queta good enough? Is Luka Garza an NBA Backup? Do we need a stretch big? Do we needSun, 31 May 2026 00:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/how-nba-draft-lottery-reform-impacts-celtics-traded-future-picks?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ksxhfnwyycSeveral years ago, the Celtics parted with some valuable future draft picks. Thanks to the NBA's new lottery reform, they could be giving up a pretty penny.Sat, 30 May 2026 23:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/dylan-harper-extraordinary-performance-giving-celtics-fans-jayson-tatum-flashbacks?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ksxdj63q3vDylan Harper has looked quite good for a rookie getting his first taste of the NBA Playoffs. So much so that his play is very reminiscent of Jayson Tatum's rookie playoff run with the Boston Celtics in 2018.Sat, 30 May 2026 22:46:15 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/watching-nba-playoffs-play-out-only-made-celtics-collapse-more-agonizing?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01ksxa7zwzjrThere have been some unexpected variables in the NBA playoffs, and they've only made Boston's first-round exit that much more frustrating.Sat, 30 May 2026 20:53:54 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-magic-latest-coaching-hire-should-have-celtics-high-alert?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kswzykd7m2The Magic named Sean Sweeney as their new head coach. The next domino to fall in Orlando will be even more significant.Sat, 30 May 2026 18:58:17 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-best-path-forward-this-summer-not-going-popular-fans?utm_source=RSSBen Handler01kswn6pt7w0As time passes, the best path forward for the Celtics is becoming clear, but it's likely not one that is going to make fans happy.Sat, 30 May 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/what-lack-of-bucks-celtics-trade-talks-on-giannis-means-for-jaylen-brown-01kstr4s0sc6?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kstr4s0sc6Assessing how to interpret the lack of dialogue between the Celtics and Bucks right now regarding a potential trade that would send Giannis Antetokounmpo to Boston.Sat, 30 May 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-know-exactly-how-knicks-feel-after-mitchell-robinson-badly-timed-injury?utm_source=RSSMatt John01kstq0z42rnThe New York Knicks suffered a substantial blow with Mitchell Robinson's latest injury. As badly timed as this is, the Boston Celtics definitely know how this all feels, both with the injury and the timing.Sat, 30 May 2026 13:45:16 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-lashbrook-one-two-trail-blazers-coaching-finalists-boston-ties?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01kstg6mkqfpIn 2024-25, Tyler Lashbrook became the first coach in Maine Celtics history to win Coach of the Month. He then returned to Boston as an assistant. His work included a pivotal role in helping Hugo Gonzalez find success in his rookie year.Fri, 29 May 2026 20:30:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/giannis-antetokounmpo-makes-feelings-celtics-fans-clear-amidst-trade-rumors?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01kst7jhr021Giannis Antetokounmpo shouted out Celtics fans for their passion, during a Twitch stream appearance with the streamer "Marlon."Fri, 29 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/blazers-reportedly-prioritizing-giannis-over-jaylen-brown-face-major-hurdle?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01ksrewb17fvExamining the differences between the Celtics and Trail Blazers' paths to acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo and why they may have arrived at different conclusions.Fri, 29 May 2026 19:23:55 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/derrick-white-aaron-gordon-trade-tempting-ill-advised-celtics?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01ksr3wdydqyWhile the Celtics and Nuggets could be a match as trade partners, Boston shouldn't move an elite role player for someone who's now subject to concern about how often they can live up to that billing.Fri, 29 May 2026 18:00:02 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/robert-williams-celtics-reunion-would-open-them-up-familiar-risk-again?utm_source=RSSMatt John01ksqtmetrjeRobert Williams III will be on the market this summer and the Boston Celtics need frontcourt help. A reunion could be in the works, but the Celtics should be wary of the risk that comes with Williams.Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/why-celtics-still-have-shot-coveted-free-agent-target-despite-latest-report?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01ksqypj0ra6The Celtics could use their $27 million TPE to absorb Ayo Dosunmu in a sign-and-trade, though the Timberwolves are expected to outbid their $15 million MLE.Fri, 29 May 2026 16:00:02 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/paul-pierce-take-jaylen-brown-all-nba-first-team-snub-misses-critical-point?utm_source=RSSBobby Krivitsky01ksqwyk4byxBasketball Hall of Famer Paul Pierce shares who he would have removed from the All-NBA First Team in favor of Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown.Fri, 29 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/celtics-hopes-dream-free-agent-signing-could-over-before-even-begin?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01ksqs9w4d6pPossible Celtics free agent target Mitchell Robinson is expected to sign a two-year deal to return to the New York Knicks, according to ESPN.Fri, 29 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://hardwoodhoudini.com/evidence-ron-harper-jr-eventual-sucess-staring-celtics-face?utm_source=RSSSam LaFrance01ksqnw53tjyRon Harper Jr. seems to be on a similar path to the one that Sam Hauser took to a full-time rotation spot with the Celtics.Fri, 29 May 2026 12:45:00 +0000en