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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jul 9

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NBA2K rubbed salt in the wounds of mourning #Celtics fans by including Luke Kornet and two Al Horfords (and Sam Hauser) on the 2K26 cover.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reveal just rubbed salt in the wound of Celtics

The NBA 2K26 cover features Shai Gilgeous-Alexander alongside (former) Boston Celtics players Luke Kornet, two Al Horfords, and Sam Hauser.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 17

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What can Billy Billions and the #Celtics learn from the Rafael Devers trade?

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Disaster Rafael Devers trade just taught new Celtics ownership perfect lesson

The recent blockbuster Rafael Devers trade by the Boston Red Sox should leave Boston Celtics fans thankful for great ownership.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 12

These Indiana Pacers are starting to feel a lot like the 2022 #Celtics.

I wrote about the NBA Finals PTSD of seeing Indy take a 2-1 series lead over the Thunder.

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Pacers Finals surge is enough to give hardcore Celtics fans severe deja vu

The Indiana Pacers' Game 3 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder may bring back bad memories for Boston Celtics fans.

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Bobby Krivitsky @bobbykrivitsky.bsky.social · Jun 12

Thanks to @samlafrancenba.bsky.social for joining me on the Celtics Rundown livestream @5reasonssports.bsky.social!

✅ Deep dive into our favorite prospects for the Celtics
✅ Reaction to NBA Finals Game 3
✅ Has your series prediction changed?
✅ Draft rumor skepticism
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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 12

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Celtics could eye Draymond Green type in potential NBA Draft trade-up

South Carolina forward Collin Murray-Boyles might be out of the Boston Celtics' range, but they could look to trade up for the high-IQ menace.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 12

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South Carolina forward Collin Murray-Boyles is like out of the #Celtics range in this year's #NBADraft, but his Draymond Green-like playstyle would make him a promising fit if they were to trade up.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 11

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The #Celtics announced that Jaylen Brown underwent arthroscopic surgery to repair a partial meniscus tear in his right knee.

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Celtics just dropped the biggest Jaylen Brown injury update

The Boston Celtics announced that Jaylen Brown underwent arthroscopic surgery to repair the partial tear on Wednesday.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 10

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Celtics just worked out draft longshot who could fill massive need

The Boston Celtics hosted Alabama big man Clifford Omoruyi for a pre-draft workout, according to HoopsHype.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 10

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According to @hoopshype's running tracker, the #Celtics hosted @AlabamaMBB center Clifford Omoruyi for a pre-draft workout.

The big man played an NBA-type role for the Tide last year, and could be a great depth piece for Boston.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 9

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 9

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The Celtics were so close to nailing the City Edition jerseys, but missed again

The leaked Boston Celtics City Edition jerseys for the 2025-26 season were SO close to being great.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 9

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We got our first leak of what a potential #Celtics City Edition jersey would look like next season, over the weekend.

I wrote a breakdown, including an official grade, and what I'm most disappointed in.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 6

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High-IQ wing could be available for Celtics in second round of NBA Draft

Australian wing Alex Toohey could be a promising prospect if the Boston Celtics select him in this month's NBA Draft.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 6

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Aussie wing Alex Toohey is projected to be available in the #Celtics' range later this month at the #NBADraft.

I took a look at the "Jack of all trades" forward, and how he could potentially fit in Boston.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 6

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Sneaky draft target could be Celtics' perfect Sam Hauser replacement

Kentucky's Koby Brea is one of the best shooting prospects many draft experts have seen and could be a perfect Sam Hauser replacement for the Boston Celtics.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · Jun 6

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Koby Brea has been labeled as one of the best shooting prospects in years. He's received draft comparisons to Sam Hauser and could be available for the #Celtics in the second round.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · May 31

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New Robert Williams prototype could be underrated NBA Draft pick for Celtics

NBA Draft prospect Joan Beringer has the potential to be the next Robert Williams III for the Boston Celtics.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · May 31

Joan Beringer only started playing basketball three years ago, when he could no longer find soccer cleats that fit his feet.

Now, he’s playing like a young Robert Williams and could be an exciting #NBADraft pick for the #Celtics.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · May 27

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The salary cap, luxury tax, and apron penalties can be confusing.

I outlined everything that the #Celtics are going to have to deal with if they find themselves above the second apron again next season.

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Why Celtics desperately need to avoid the second apron: Penalties, taxes, more

Here's an explanation of the NBA's CBA, its aprons, luxury tax, and why it's important for the Boston Celtics to avoid these things.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · May 27

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Ahead of tonight's #HateWatch, I reflected on how traumatic the Knicks' Game 3 comeback was, having seen it happen twice last round.

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Celtics fans just got terrifying flashbacks after Knicks Game 3 win over Pacers

The New York Knicks' 20-point comeback over the Indiana Pacers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals was enough to take Boston Celtics fans back.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · May 22

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Sure, the return for Jaylen Brown and/or Derrick White might be nice, but it probably isn't worth the time that it'd take to pay off.

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Celtics urged to explore bold trades but the return could wreck them

Yahoo Sports' Kevin O'Connor laid out potential returns for the Boston Celtics if they were to trade Jaylen Brown or Derrick White.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · May 22

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The #Celtics might be able to find the perfect Payton Pritchard understudy in this year's draft.

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Next Payton Pritchard may be waiting for Celtics in 2025 NBA Draft

Florida's Walter Clayton Jr. could be a great understudy for Payton Pritchard, and the Boston Celtics could snag him in the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · May 20

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Luke Kornet is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. So, I took a look at three of the biggest threats to lure him away from the #Celtics.

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These 3 teams may be quietly plotting to rip Luke Kornet from the Celtics

If the Boston Celtics can't re-sign Luke Kornet in free agency, these three teams could look to steal him away.

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Sam LaFrance @samlafrancenba.bsky.social · May 20

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The best way for Boston to soften the blow of whatever trades they're going to have to make this summer is to draft well. Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner could be a great option for the #Celtics if they want to strengthen their center rotation.

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Celtics' perfect Luke Kornet replacement may be hiding in this NBA Mock Draft

Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner could be an ideal Luke Kornet replacement for the Boston Celtics to target in the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Bobby Krivitsky @bobbykrivitsky.bsky.social · May 20

Appreciate @jacksimone.bsky.social & @samlafrancenba.bsky.social for joining me on the Celtics Rundown livestream @5reasonssports.bsky.social!

-What to do on draft night?

-A summer of change

-How good will Boston be next season?

-What went wrong in the playoffs?
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