“Today, we lost a giant. As tall as Bill Russell stood, his legacy rises far higher – both as a player and as a person.” – President Barack Obama said on Twitter.

Brown is reportedly part of Boston’s offer to Brooklyn for Kevin Durant, but a simple tweet shows Brown wants to stay put.

Boston is expected to enter next season as a favorite in the East, but it can still make a few roster tweaks.

Boston has said it plans to add another center, and 6-foot-10 Mfiondu Kabengele has been impressive so far in Summer League.

Newcomers Danilo Gallinari and Malcolm Brogdon want to help Boston get over the hump and win another NBA title.

Speaking on a podcast, Brogdon feels his defense and playmaking will help Boston in its quest for an NBA title.

JD Davison, only a year removed from his high school graduation on the night he was drafted by the Celtics, is ready to soak up what he can from Boston’s veterans.

Hauser, who saw time with the Maine Celtics last season, appeared in 26 games with Boston.

The Celtics send five players and a first-round pick to Indiana for the guard, who is under contract through 2025.