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Sporting News ranks the NBA's greatest single-season performances, placing Larry Bird's 1983-84 campaign among the top five with Jordan, Curry, LeBron and Kareem; Kobe Bryant's 2007-08 and Magic Johnson's 1986-87 seasons are on the Second Team, while Bill Russell's omission irks Celtics fans and reinforces the franchise's enduring role in NBA history.
Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown escalated his feud with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith on a Sunday Twitch stream, blasting Smith after he questioned Brown’s claim that the 2025-26 season was his favorite and suggested he should be quiet. Brown called Smith the “face of clickbait media” and urged him to retire, arguing that Smith uses his platform for sensational narratives rather than journalism. The clash follows Brown’s $50,000 playoff officiating critique and Smith’s critique of his stream, with Brown defending his streaming and the season’s growth and hinting the back-and-forth could spill into Monday’s First Take.
After the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, Boston holds the 27th overall pick in the first round and the 40th overall pick in the second round. One of Boston’s second-round assets comes from Milwaukee via Orlando, while the Celtics’ own second-round pick is currently in Atlanta’s hands.
Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly wants to be traded to a true championship contender and prefers to stay in the Eastern Conference, with the Boston Celtics identified as a realistic destination. The Cavaliers could also balance a potential deal, while several other contenders are less likely due to cap constraints. The Celtics could leverage players like Jaylen Brown or Jayson Tatum to help match salaries, and Cleveland could use Evan Mobley. Timing may hinge on the 2026 NBA Draft lottery as teams weigh possible moves this summer.
After blowing a 3–1 series lead to Philadelphia, Boston enters a pivotal offseason focused on upgrading a thin frontcourt and determining Jaylen Brown’s future amid ongoing trade chatter. Brown’s postgame livestream remarks about officiating led to a $50,000 fine, though he stressed his grievances weren’t directed at the Celtics. The Celtics have assets—five trade exceptions and six first-round picks—to add a needle-mover, with whispers of possible targets like Giannis Antetokounmpo and other star-caliber moves. Coach Joe Mazzulla’s three-point–heavy approach is under scrutiny as the team needs better rim pressure; Brad Stevens says they’ll evaluate every angle in July to assemble the best roster. Meanwhile, Brown’s future remains a focal point, with continued speculation about potential fits around the NBA.
Sportico notes Aditya Mittal and former Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck have filed a letter of interest to bid on the Seattle Seahawks, with Vinod Khosla also preparing a bid; the Paul Allen Estate’s sale could reach $8–10 billion, possibly making it NFL’s most expensive deal, though Seattle ties may emerge later in the process.
Celtics co-owners Aditya Mittal and Wyc Grousbeck are reportedly bidding to buy the Seattle Seahawks, with Mittal set to become controlling owner (at least 30%), Grousbeck keeping a smaller stake, and both remaining committed to the Celtics; rival bidders are mentioned as the sale draws billionaire interest valued around $6.6 billion.
Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown was fined $50,000 by the NBA for criticizing referees on Twitch after Boston’s Game 7 playoff loss to the Philadelphia 76ers; he alleges an agenda and inconsistency in officiating and says he expects another fine as he continues to speak out.
Boston, buoyed by Brad Stevens’s call for roster upgrades that emphasize rim pressure, is weighing blockbuster offseason moves. Sports Illustrated highlights five big-name targets—Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis, Donovan Mitchell, and Bam Adebayo—as fits to pair with Jayson Tatum and the team’s current core. Each potential deal carries colossal costs and caveats (often requiring Jaylen Brown or other major assets, risky injury histories, and uncertain willingness from the other teams), making these targets possible in theory but far from guaranteed. Stevens has a history of bold moves, suggesting Boston could pursue a dramatic overhaul this summer if conditions align.
Brad Stevens said Jaylen Brown hasn’t expressed any frustration after Boston’s playoff ouster, refuting Tracy McGrady’s report. He spoke with Brown and found nothing negative; Brown had a standout season while carrying more of the scoring load with Jayson Tatum sidelined, and remains under contract for three more years. Stevens emphasized his door is open to discuss anything, but there’s no evidence Brown wants a trade or is unhappy.
Brad Stevens used his end-of-season remarks to signal a bold Celtics offseason focused on fixing rim pressure, saying Boston must reassess and that upgrades are on the table while keeping Jaylen Brown. With tradable contracts and draft assets, the team could pursue top targets or craft creative deals, though landing a marquee star like Giannis Antetokounmpo isn’t guaranteed. Stevens’ history of bold moves suggests Boston won’t sit idle as they shape a contender for 2025 and beyond.
The Celtics’ season culminates in a painful Game 7 collapse after a 3-1 series lead against the 76ers, revealing that their rapid overachievement created high expectations and exposed structural needs. The piece argues Boston must address interior defense and rim protection, consider roster questions around Tatum, Brown, and White, and plan a strategic offseason to prevent slipping into underachievement next season, with Brad Stevens entrusted to steer the rebuild.
Five takeaways after Philly's improbable 3-1 comeback: the Sixers flipped the series by finally winning the rebounding battle and controlling possessions, Jaylen Brown's postgame critique added fuel to the fire, Quentin Grimes delivered as the key bench shooter and minutes man, and the win should be celebrated as a sign of toughness and momentum beyond the first round against Boston.
Jaylen Brown criticized officiating as biased after Boston’s Game 7 loss to Philadelphia, claiming an agenda behind the calls and calling Joel Embiid a flopper. He noted a high number of offensive fouls against him in the series, highlighted by Embiid’s 34-point, 12-rebound, 6-assist performance as the 76ers defeated the Celtics without Jayson Tatum. The remarks come amid tensions from a tightly officiated playoff series.
Joel Embiid led the Sixers to a decisive Game 7 win over the Celtics, completing a 3-1 series comeback, while the team shifts focus to a Knicks series at Madison Square Garden. In a 12-minute media session, he discussed overcoming injuries, praised his teammates for stepping up, and stressed that Philadelphia must stay locked in and healthy to advance. He also urged the home crowd to bring energy for the tougher, higher-stakes matchup to come.