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Damian Lillard gives a 'resounding no' to a pair of teams

The Damian Lillard trade request has been one of the stories of the 2023 NBA offseason. After 12 seasons with the Trail Blazers, the star point guard would like to move on in pursuit of an NBA championship.

...after Lillard was linked to two teams other than Heat

Dame reportedly 'has something similar' to a no-trade clause

Lillard trade talks expected to mirror the Ben Simmons saga?

Why Chris Paul is just a short-term upgrade for Warriors

D'Angelo Russell made notable decision when negotiating deal

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Sam Cassell to teach Joe Mazzulla and Celtics how to win a championship

Sam Cassell spoke at NBA Summer League about how he landed with his former Celtics team as a coach, becoming Joe Mazzulla’s top assistant coach after others departed.

Paul Pierce News / Bleacher Report / 9 hours ago

Watch: “I had a 46-point game. Coach said go home for the summer” Paul Pierce #nba #celtics

Damian Lillard News / Larry Brown Sports / 12 hours ago

Damian Lillard linked to two teams other than Heat

Damian Lillard has informed the Portland Trail Blazers that he would like to be traded to the Miami Heat, but there may be some other contending teams that are hoping the star point guard changes his mind.

Portland GM opens up about timeline of Lillard trade

Lillard 'has something similar' to a no-trade clause

Could Heat be keeping players on the bench to protect potential trade assets?

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Boston Celtics News / FanNation Inside The Celtics / 15 hours ago

Grant Williams Sign-and-Trade Could Reshape in Celtics' Favor

Last Thursday, the Celtics, Mavericks, and Spurs agreed on a three-team deal sending Grant Williams to Dallas in a sign-and-trade. Boston is getting two second-round picks from the latter and creating an approximately $6.3 million traded player exception (TPE).

Boston Celtics News / FanNation Inside The Celtics / 16 hours ago

Celtics and Clippers Reportedly a 'Resounding No' for Damian Lillard

Damian Lillard has made it crystal clear he wants to get traded and only wants to go to the Miami Heat. With that being his mindset, it doesn't matter what other destinations the Trail Blazers ask him about.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / 17 hours ago

Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis Named ‘Weirdest Superstar Pairing’ In NBA

Grant Hughes of Bleacher Report believes Boston Celtics stars Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis are the “weirdest superstar pairing” in the NBA. The Celtics acquired Porzingis from the Washington Wizards in a three-team trade with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA Analysis Network / 19 hours ago

Celtics, Jaylen Brown ‘Moving Closer’ On Contract Extension

The Boston Celtics and Jaylen Brown are “moving closer” on a supermax contract extension agreement, according to NBA insider Jared Weiss of The Athletic.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / 20 hours ago

5 overreactions through two Celtics Summer League games

JD Davison has potential, but he has a long way to go. It’s a tradition unlike any other – watching Summer League games and evaluating whether or not a player can last in the NBA.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / July 10

While Celtics have shown interest in Lillard, the feeling is not mutual

Shams Charania name dropped the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Clippers as two teams that have expressed interest in making a trade with the Portland Trailblazers for Damian Lillard.

Jaylen Brown News / Larry Brown Sports / July 10

Celtics 'making progress' on extension with Brown

Celtics 'making progress' on contract extension with Jaylen Brown

Jaylen Brown has repeatedly been at the center of trade rumors over the past few years, but it does not sound like the Celtics are planning to part ways with the two-time All-Star.

Jordan Walsh reveals message he received from Jayson Tatum during NBA Summer League

Report: Two notable teams attend five-time All-Star's workout

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The 'Basketball Association of America (BAA)' quiz

Boston Celtics News / FanNation Inside The Celtics / July 10

Phil Pressey Says 'Maintaining Relationships' Was Key to Him Rejoining Celtics as a Coach

In his playing days, Phil Pressey was a high-IQ floor general who overcame being an undrafted five-foot-11 point guard to make it to the NBA. He spent the first two of his three years in the Association with the Celtics, where his head coach was the organization's current president of basketball operations, Brad Stevens.

Sam Cassell News / FanNation Inside The Celtics / July 10

Sam Cassell Discusses What Brought Him Back to Boston and What He'll Bring to the Celtics

The Celtics' strengthening their coaching staff included bringing back a familiar face in Sam Cassell. The three-time champion was on the 2008 title team that raised Banner 17 to the rafters above the TD Garden parquet.

John Wall News / Game 7 / July 10

Two teams emerge as possible suitors for John Wall

Two teams emerge as possible suitors for five-time All-Star John Wall

Wall’s big issue in recent years has been staying healthy. He lost a good chunk of his prime to various injuries, and he quite clearly isn’t the player he once was at the peak of his career.

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NBA News / CelticsBlog / July 10

Two Summer League losses: 10 Takeaways from Celtics-Wizards

Another loss, but at least we had basketball to watch! The Boston Celtics faced off against the Washington Wizards in the second night of a back-to-back Summer League schedule.

JD Davison News / CelticsBlog / July 10

Point guard news from Vegas: J.D. Davison signs two-day deal, Celtics attend John Wall workout

After having a glut of ball handlers last season, Boston’s backcourt is thin on depth. By most measures, J.D. Davison had a successful first season in the G-League.

Celtics Around the Web

Boston Celtics trade scenario with Nets would be a reverse Billy King for Cs · Hardwood Houdini

Grade the Trade: Revised Boston Celtics sign-and-trade proposal sends two-time All-NBA big to Hawks · Hardwood Houdini

Chaos in Boston? The latest development on relationship with Jays · Hardwood Houdini

The Boston Celtic’s pursuit of former All-Star guard makes zero sense · Hardwood Houdini

Jaylen Brown Rumors: Celtics, SG 'Likely' Nearing New Contract in Coming Week · Bleacher Report

Boston Celtics attended private workout for 5x All-Star: Report · Hardwood Houdini

Why Boston Celtics fans should already love team’s new assistant coach · Hardwood Houdini

How should Boston Celtics fans feel about in-season tournament? · Hardwood Houdini

Celtics’ Davison pens two-way contract, but flaw continues to show in Summer League · Hardwood Houdini

Marcus Smart opens up on emotional Boston Celtics trade to Memphis Grizzlies · Hardwood Houdini

Grant Williams sends strong message to Boston Celtics, fans after trade · Hardwood Houdini

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / July 9

Celtics attend John Wall's private workout in Vegas; Isaiah Thomas will hold his tomorrow

The Boston Celtics were among the NBA teams that watched former All-Star guard John Wall work out in Vegas today. The 32 year old point guard played for the Los Angeles Clippers last season before being dealt at the trade deadline.

Jordan Walsh News / Pro Talk / July 9

Jordan Walsh throws behind the back dime during NBA Summer League

Jordan Walsh is a very intriguing prospect for the Boston Celtics considering his size and skillset. If he keeps doing what he’s been doing during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, though, he’ll become even more of a fascinating piece for the franchise heading into his rookie season.

John Wall News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9