Two-way forward Ron Harper Jr. got his first career start with Boston and played a gem in helping an undermanned Celtics squad beat the Rockets on the road. Harper Jr. finished with 11 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists in the victory that included some terrific defense on Houston star Kevin Durant in a 114-93 blowout win.

Brad Stevens was forced to break up his championship core because of the new second apron penalties, but a surprising trade is now reuniting two title-winning teammates.

Nikola Vučević and Kevin Huerter-- weren't their teammates anymore.  First, it was reported that Huerter was heading to the Detroit Pistons as part of a three-team trade involving the Minnesota Timberwolves that will bring Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley to Chicago.

Ron Harper Jr. started his first-ever NBA game on Wednesday night — and had a standout game in an improbable Celtics win over the Rockets.

Today in Boston Celtics history, Bill Russell pulled down a career-high 51 rebounds on this date in 1960.

Yabusele made his way back stateside after a breakout performance in the 2024 Paris Olympics. He was a bright spot in Philadelphia last season, which helped him ink the deal with the Knicks. At his best, Yabusele is a solid 3-and-D player who boasts NBA athleticism.

Jonathan Kuminga being routed to the Hawks is a major aspect of this deal as well, but another less talked-about one is that the Warriors have reunited two former NBA champion teammates from the 2024 Celtics team. Last offseason, the Celtics blew up the core of their 2024 title team.