It is safe to say the defending NBA champions, the Boston Celtics, do not need many things right now. They have one of the best rosters in the league and proven Championship experience. Other teams around the league have improved though and are trying to catch up with the Celtics.

Although the Cavs are the most dominant team in basketball, they'll be tested defensively with this player sidelined against the Bulls.

O n this day in Boston Celtics history, big man Travis Knight was born in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1974. Knight played his college ball with the University of Connecticut Huskies a

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Could the Celtics find themselves facing the Heat for a fourth straight postseason? Here's an early look at the 2025 playoff picture.

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The NBA champions had a 28-11 advantage in bench points when they beat Denver 110-103 on March 2. Read more at straitstimes.com.

BOSTON — The Knicks are at a crossroads in Beantown. A loss in Sunday’s matinee, particularly an ugly one, would further the freshly reinforced idea they’re not equipped for the big time. A victory would redirect the narrative and serve as evidence the Knicks aren’t going to roll over against the East’s elite.

After burning the Phoenix Suns in a commanding 127-109 victory on Sunday, the Toronto Raptors will be back on the court for a Tuesday night matchup against the Boston Celtics. The improving Raptors will continue to fight for a late Play-In push. The question is who will be there to aid in that fight.