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Mar 13, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts in the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Ranking the Celtics' 3 biggest competitors for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Matt John

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May 22, 2026

Celtics should be ashamed if they can't top the Lakers' offer for Giannis

Matt John

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May 22, 2026

Potential Sam Hauser trade should push Celtics to reunite with Boston native

Matt John

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May 22, 2026

Celtics' choice on whether to pursue Kawhi Leonard should be crystal clear

Bobby Krivitsky

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May 21, 2026

Apr 9, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks for a shot against Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Celtics have edge in Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes that most teams don't

Matt John

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May 21, 2026

Apr 29, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Sandro Mamukelashvili (54) celebrates his three-point basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the third quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Celtics could shop in the division for sleeper free agent big man target

Sam LaFrance

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May 21, 2026

Dec 6, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics General Manager Brad Stevens watches warmups prior to game against the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Thunder's Game 2 win was a call-to-action for Brad Stevens and the Celtics

Sam LaFrance

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May 21, 2026

Apr 1, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts in the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Celtics may have to accept divisive player in complex Giannis trade package

Matt John

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May 20, 2026

Nov 19, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) and center Kristaps Porzingis (8) get back on defense during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Celtics should be eager to capitalize on Warriors' possible dilemma this summer

Sam LaFrance

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May 20, 2026

Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) against the Phoenix Suns during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Trail Blazers should act on Jrue Holiday's request amid trade rumors

Bobby Krivitsky

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May 20, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Giannis blockbuster trade may require Celtics to jump through multiple hoops

Matt John

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May 20, 2026

Feb 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Boston Celtics Joe Mazzulla yells toward a referee during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Mavericks would be fools not to look at the Celtics after firing Jason Kidd

Bobby Krivitsky

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May 20, 2026

May 10, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) dunks against the San Antonio Spurs in the fourth quarter of game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Celtics should add future Hall of Famer who wouldn't compromise their core

Matt John

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May 19, 2026

Feb 28, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens before their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Celtics' conference rival could be ideal trade partner to fortify center position

Bobby Krivitsky

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May 19, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Victor Wembanyama has arrived and the Celtics have no choice but to react

Sam LaFrance

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May 19, 2026

Dec 15, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 105-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Rajon Rondo could be unanticipated missing piece in Celtics' puzzle this offseason

Ben Handler

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May 18, 2026

Mar 8, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after a non-call against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

LeBron to Boston pipe dream may not be that crazy if latest report is true

Sam LaFrance

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May 18, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

NBA player poll reveals a stunning expectation for Giannis's NBA future

Bobby Krivitsky

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May 18, 2026

May 17, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reacts during the second half against the Detroit Pistons during game seven of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Cavaliers' game 7 victory warps trade landscape for Celtics and Eastern Conference

Ben Handler

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May 18, 2026

May 11, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) drives to the basket against Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed (7) during the second half of game four in the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Celtics could solve major issue by taking advantage of Pistons' looming conundrum

Matt John

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May 16, 2026

May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half in game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Celtics fans need to give up on the LeBron James pipe dream for good

Sam LaFrance

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May 15, 2026

Mar 8, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts before a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Jayson Tatum's best friend is Anfernee Simons replacement Celtics desperately need

Matt John

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May 15, 2026

Nov 10, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts in the fourth quarter against the Boston Celtics at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Latest Giannis injury rumor raises concerns for possible Celtics trade

Sam LaFrance

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May 15, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) sits on the ground after a collision against the Milwaukee Bucks during the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images

Celtics can't ignore potential red flag in Giannis Antetokounmpo pursuit

Matt John

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May 15, 2026

Mar 15, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) holds his knee after dunking a basket against the Indiana Pacers in the third quarter and had to leave the game at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Celtics likely don't have to worry about this nightmare Giannis scenario

Bobby Krivitsky

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May 14, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) claps as his brother Milwaukee Bucks forward Alex Antetokounmpo (29), not pictured scores on a made basket against the Memphis Grizzlies in the second half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo may push Celtics to re-sign Nikola Vucevic

Matt John

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May 14, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during warmups prior to the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Celtics must resist potential path to acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo

Bobby Krivitsky

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May 13, 2026

Oct. 19, 2021; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) watches as the the Milwaukee Bucks' 2021 championship banner is unveiled with his Championship ring during Milwaukee Bucks ring ceremony; Mand atory credit: Mike De Sisti-USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Upcoming lottery reform should only improve Celtics' chances of landing Giannis

Ben Handler

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May 13, 2026

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