Brad Stevens’ team begins training camp on Tuesday after a season in which they were bounced from the playoffs in the second round.
Boston Celtics
Celtics legend Bob Cousy receives Presidential Medal of Freedom
President Trump recognizes Cousy for his achievements on and off the court in awarding him the nation’s highest civilian honor.
For Celtics, USA World Cup camp is a preseason bonus
Boston’s free-agent acquisition, Kemba Walker, could join new teammates Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart on the 12-man squad.
New Red Claws coach took unlikely path to pro basketball
Darren Erman quit his job as a corporate lawyer to learn the ropes of coaching from the ground level.
Decision on Brown looming for Celtics
Celtics guard Jaylen Brown is nearing the end of his rookie deal and Boston must decide if he is worth a max deal.
Boston Celtics reach deal to purchase Maine Red Claws
The teams have been affiliated since the Red Claws’ inaugural season in Portland in 2009-10.
Wednesday’s NBA notebook: Brown joins three other Celtics in U.S. training camp for World Cup
Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart, Jayson Tatum and Kemba Walker all have a chance to make the cut for the event that tips off Aug. 31 in China.
Report links Kemba Walker to Celtics
Also, Boston may be interested in trading with Houston for center Clint Capela.
Tuesday’s NBA notebook: Report says Celtics’ Horford opts out of contract and will seek a new team
The Boston Herald says Al Horford is no longer discussing a new deal with the Celtics and expects to sign a four-year deal with another team.
Celtics, Rockets must protect home court
Boston trails Milwaukee 2-1 heading into Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals in Boston, the same scenario Houston faces at home against Golden State.