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Rob Greene

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Jun 6, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Shaquille O'Neal looks on before the game between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks in game one of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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NBA Stars and Celebrities Share Their Predictions for 2024-25 NBA Season

House of Highlights posted a Q-and-A amongst some NBA stars and famous faces, asking who the 2024-25 MVP of the league will be, who will compete against each other in the NBA Finals, and which of those two teams will lift the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

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Feb 3, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Clippers assistant coach Sam Cassell during the game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. The Raptors beat the Clippers 121-103. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-Imagn Images
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NBA GMs Assess Sam Cassell's Head Coaching Hopes

The NBA GM Survey was released for the 2024-25 season. History suggests it's worth putting stock in their assessment of the prospect of Sam Cassell becoming an NBA head coach.

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Jun 17, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots the ball against Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) in game five of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
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Jayson Tatum Shares What Refined Shooting Mechanics are a 'Reflection Of'

Jayson Tatum addressing his shot while continuing to make an all-around impact and helping lead the Celtics through the upcoming campaign will go a long way for Boston's title pursuit and Tatum's push to become MVP.

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May 13, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Boston Celtics center Luke Kornet (40) dunks against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second quarter of game four of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Luke Kornet's Value Fully on Display in Celtics' Win vs. Nuggets

Luke Kornet got the start at center for the Boston Celtics in their first of two matchups with the Denver Nuggets in Abu Dhabi to begin the preseason. Kornet registered a game-high 11 rebounds, six points, three assists, and a steal in a 107-103 win.

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Apr 5, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Xavier Tillman (26) enters the game against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
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'The Place I Want to be': Celtics Have High Praise for 'Integral' Center

With Kristaps Porzingis missing the first few months of the season and the Boston Celtics carefully managing Al Horford’s workload, Xavier Tillman Sr. will have a significant role in stabilizing the center position for the reigning NBA champions.

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Mar 21, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton (24) drives for the basket against Brooklyn Nets guard Lonnie Walker IV (8) in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
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Lonnie Walker IV Eager to Showcase Less Heralded Aspects of His Game

While Lonnie Walker IV can add more offensive firepower to the Boston Celtics' second unit if he earns their final roster spot, he's excited to prove himself at the other end of the floor.

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Jun 14, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) shoots the ball against Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber (42) during game four of the 2024 NBA Finals at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
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Payton Pritchard Details What He Wants to Improve on This Season

For Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard, arriving early and putting in work at the Auerbach Center before training camp offers a humble reminder of "what it takes to be part of a championship team and how to make it in this league for a long time."

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Sep 24, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) talks to reporters during media day at Auerbach Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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'Not Happy about It': Horford Shares New Motivational Source After First Championship

It took Al Horford 17 years and 186 playoff games to become an NBA champion. It's the most postseason tilts played before lifting the Larry O'Brien Trophy. While he's now reached the league's summit, there's a source of motivation that still fuels him.

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Sep 24, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (8) talks to reporters during media day at Auerbach Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Kristaps Porzingis Provides Update on Recovery Timeline

A huge variable with the Celtics' title defense will be navigating the start of the season without Kristaps Porzingis as he recovers from surgery this summer after suffering a torn retinaculum and dislocated posterior tibialis tendon in the NBA Finals.

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Oct 26, 2010; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Shaquille O'Neal (36) works the ball during the first half against Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (left) at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Former Celtic Says Boston Had 'Easiest Run Ever' to a Championship

The Celtics had one of the best net ratings and most efficient offenses in NBA history. Their two-way dominance throughout the 2023-24 campaign suggests injuries to their playoff opponents most likely would not have changed the outcome of those series.

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Jan 30, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta (88) dunks the ball during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images
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Neemias Queta Primed for the Most Significant Leap of His Career

Maybe Brad Stevens and the Celtics front office's most sneaky, under the radar addition and best piece of scouting work among Boston’s external additions last season was Neemias Queta.

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Apr 24, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (30) shoots for three points against Miami Heat guard Delon Wright (4) in the second quarter during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Sam Hauser Primed to Top Career Year

On the team with the most talented top eight in the NBA, Sam Hauser became a rotation fixture for the Boston Celtics last season. In that role, he had a career year, sharpening his skills and showcasing the all-around growth of his game.

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