Nathanael Rutherford

Nathanael Rutherford

Joined: Jul 15, 2016

Born and raised in Knoxville, TN. I love basketball and grew up a Celtics fan in the Paul Pierce era of the C's (before the Big Three). I've been writing about sports since February of 2014, including college basketball, football, and baseball.

Oct 31, 2018; Phoenix, AZ, USA; San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Ime Udoka against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: Why Ime Udoka is exactly what the Cs need

DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 18: Assistant coach Becky Hammon of the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center on November 18, 2019 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Becky Hammon and Kara Lawson are ideal HC fits

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Boston Celtics: 12 candidates for the head coaching position

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 25: Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens talks to his players during their game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on April 25, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Brad Stevens hasn’t been perfect, but he’s not the problem

Mar 17, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (44) reaches for a rebound against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Isaac Okoro (35) and guard Collin Sexton (right) in the first quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: Robert Williams has been the unsung hero of C’s season

Mar 26, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives past Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: Forget the fourth seed, Cs should gun for a top-3 finish

Apr 9, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots during the second half defended by Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: Jayson Tatum NBA’s second-half MVP

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Boston Celtics: Yes, signing Jabari Parker was right move

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Boston Celtics: Have 2020-21 Cs finally turned corner?

MIAMI, FL - JANUARY 10: Robert Williams #44 of the Boston Celtics in action against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena on January 10, 2019 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: It’s Robert Williams’ time to shine

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - MARCH 19: Evan Fournier #10 of the Orlando Magic dribbles in the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Amway Center on March 19, 2021 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Trade deadline deals were good, but they barely move the needle

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Boston Celtics: The 3 Cs players with the most trade value

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 17: Robert Williams III #44 of the Boston Celtics looks to pass against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at TD Garden on February 17, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Skip the trades, the answer at center is already on the Cs

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Boston Celtics: Grading the C’s first half of 2020-21

Jan 3, 2020; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) boxes out Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) at the foul line during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: Jerami Grant and Nikola Vucevic perfect trade options for C’s

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 12: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons of the Pistons 108-102 win over the Celtics at TD Garden on February 12, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Can the C’s turn their season around?