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Jayson Tatum makes 1 thing crystal clear at sneaker launch

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 2d

NEW: At his Tatum 4 launch event in Roxbury, Jayson Tatum opened up about his Achilles recovery, his connection with the city of Boston, and his post-return aspirations.

"I won’t be the same — I’m gonna come back and be better.”
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

The Celtics star is especially motivated post-injury — and working toward coming back better than ever.

Josh Minott has never experienced this before

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 2d

NEW: Josh Minott was in awe of TD Garden in his debut.

“The crowd might have to chill out, because I was feeling invincible.”

He's never seen a preseason crowd like this before.

"The whole city, it just seems like everybody’s a die-hard fan.”
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

The Celtics forward was struck by TD Garden’s rowdy preseason atmosphere as he put together another strong all-around game.

5 things we’ve learned in Celtics preseason (so far)

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 3d

NEW: Some very early Celtics preseason takeaways.
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

A quick look at some of the Celtics’ new additions and early takeaways from preseason action.

Biggest Takeaways from Celtics WIN vs Grizzlies | You Got Boston w/ Noa Dalzell

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 5d

My Celtics preseason opener reactions!
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Xavier Tillman is back in Memphis — and ready for a career year

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 6d

NEW from Memphis: How Joe Mazzulla coached Hugo Gonzalez through a strong Celtics debut.

“I just enjoy coaching him - because of his personality, how he carries himself.”
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 6d

New from Memphis: Down 12 pounds and no longer dealing with knee swelling, Xavier Tillman is eyeing a career-best season.

“I’ll try to go for my career highs as much as possible."

For @celticsblog:
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

Xavier Tillman is feeling healthy — and hopes to set career-highs across all categories.

Inside the greatest comeback in the WNBA

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 7d

NEW: In June, the Aces dropped 5 of 6 games, including a 27-point loss to the Golden State Valkyries.

It's hard to believe where they are now.

Inside the WNBA's best comeback:
www.theoffside.com/comeback-rep...

The Las Vegas Aces were out of the playoff picture just a few months ago. Now, they’re dominating the WNBA Finals. How did they get here?

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 8d

NEW: The situation between Napheesa Collier and Cathy Engelbert is becoming increasingly dicey.

”For her to start her speech saying she has the utmost respect for me and for the players, and then to turn around and call me a liar three minutes later.."
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Napheesa Collier reveals why she cancelled Cathy Engelbert meeting

The situation between Collier and Engelbert is becoming increasingly dicey.

How Chris Boucher will IMPACT Celtics | You Got Boston w/ Noa Dalzell

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 8d

New You Got Boston episode out now on @CelticsCLNS!

I caught up with Chris Boucher and dove into what he brings to the Celtics.

Plus, some other training camp takeaways!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9TM...

The Las Vegas Aces are doing it again

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 9d

NEW: Jackie Young and A'ja Wilson just combined for the 62 points - and the Las Vegas Aces are on the cusp of their third WNBA title in four seasons:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

Thanks to massive performances by Jackie Young and A’ja Wilson, the Aces have a 2-0 lead in the WNBA Finals.

The Celtics’ oldest player feels right at home after trip with Joe Mazzulla

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 10d

NEW FEATURE: I sat down with Chris Boucher to discuss his acclimation to Boston & how Joe Mazzulla jumped at the chance to attend his baptism in Montreal.

“His eyes lit up. He was like, ‘Yeah, I want to come to that.’”

How Boucher already feels at home:
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

Chris Boucher discussed his acclimation to Boston and his relationship with Joe Mazzulla in an exclusive conversation with CelticsBlog.

Celtics reveal COMPLETELY NEW play style | Garden Report Practice Update

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Bobby Manning @realbobmanning.bsky.social · 10d

Do the #Celtics have the players to play more physical defense this year (like the #Thunder)?

They're going to try, so @noadalzell.bsky.social & I discussed. #TheGardenReport
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The 2 reasons why the Aces won Game 1 of the WNBA Finals

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 11d

NEW: Entering Friday night, Dana Evans and Jewell Loyd were each averaging just over 7 points per game in these playoffs.

In Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, the bench duo combined for an astonishing 39 points.

"It comes as no surprise.”
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Dana Evans and Jewell Loyd combined for 39 points off the bench for the Aces — propelling them to a massive Game 1 win.

Celtics training camp is different this year — how Joe Mazzulla, Jaylen Brown are setting the tone

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 12d

NEW: Celtics players have spent all summer at the practice facility integrating new faces after an offseason of change.

"We're trying to build a family."

The result?

"This is the hardest training camp I’ve seen."

Inside Celtics training camp ⬇️
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

After a summer of dramatic change, Celtics training camp is filled with new faces and new energy: “We’re trying to build a family.”

Predicting the WNBA Finals outcome between Aces, Mercury

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 13d

NEW: My predictions for what should be an excellent WNBA Finals series:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

The Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury are set to face off in a best-of-seven WNBA Finals beginning Friday.

Unrivaled is almost done revealing players — and there’s 1 notable omission

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 13d

Was so fun to join!

Myles @mylesehrlich.bsky.social · 13d

For episode 66 of Pull Up, we’re joined by @noadalzell.bsky.social to preview this awesome Aces/Mercury Finals series. We also discuss Phee’s rebuke of league leadership and Noa’s path to the W. In this clip, she shares the importance of fan feedback in storytelling.
Links below! 🔗👇

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 13d

EW: Unrivaled has revealed the names of 46 of 48 participating players.

The full list, plus several notable omissions who could be in the final stages of contract negotiations:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

Angel Reese, a standout from Unrivaled’s inaugural season, has yet to commit to Year 2. Here’s which WNBA players will headline Unrivaled’s upcoming season.

MAGICAL Indiana Fever Playoff Run ENDS | WNBA Today on CLNS

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 14d

My thoughts on an incredibly special Indiana Fever playoff runs, now on @WNBAonCLNS:
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YouTube video by WNBA Today on CLNS

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 14d

NEW: A’ja Wilson and Jackie Young are quietly having the best playoff runs of their WNBA careers.

Young is averaging 20.5 points and 5.3 assists on 54.1% shooting — up from 13.8 points on 37.5% last year.

More:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

2 Aces players are having the best playoff run of their WNBA careers — and now they’re in the Finals

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Napheesa Collier reveals Cathy Englebert's STUNNING Caitlin Clark Comments | WNBA Today on CLNS

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 14d

My thoughts on Napheesa Collier’s statement today on @WNBAonCLNS at 8pm:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jhss...

YouTube video by WNBA Today on CLNS

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 15d

NEW: Unrivaled has already revealed that 11 new players will participate in Year 2, and it's a list that includes breakout players, MVP finalists, All-Stars, and more:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

Unrivaled reveals 11 new WNBA players joining next season

Paige Bueckkers, Kelsey Mitchell, and Veronica Burton headline the new

Anfernee Simons opens up on Celtics trade: “I want to win”

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 15d

NEW: In his first media availability as a Celtic, Anfernee Simons made one thing clear: he wants to contribute to winning.

"Being in this type of environment is going to bring the best out in me."

For @celticsblog.bsky.social:
www.celticsblog.com/articles/121...

In his first media availability as a Celtic, Anfernee Simons made one thing clear: he wants to contribute to winning.

The coolest moment of Aces-Fever came in the final seconds

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 16d

NEW: One of the coolest moments of today's Fever-Aces game was Gainbridge Fieldhouse erupting into MVP chants with Kelsey Mitchell at the line.

Mitchell, the WNBA's 2nd-leading scorer these playoffs, soaked it in.

“She’s finally getting her flowers."
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Fans at Gainbridge Fieldhouse recognized Kelsey Mitchell with “MVP” chants with a Game 4 win just seconds away.

Al Horford SIGNS with the Warriors - You Got Boston w/ Noa Dalzell

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 16d

Going live at 2:15pm on You Got Boston to discuss Al Horford's official departure to the Warriors.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mFO...