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After weeks of waiting and wishing, the Boston Celtics and star Jaylen Brown came to terms on a 5 year, $304 Million Supermax extension to avoid free agency next offseason. The contract is the largest so far in NBA history, and with it, Brown plans to give back to the community, including helping promote black businesses and bring Black Wall Street to the city of Boston. On top of Jaylen Brown's p...

With Celtics Summer League in Las Vegas wrapped up, attention has shifted back to the contract extension negotiations with Celtics star Jaylen Brown. It was reported that the two parties met in Las Vegas and continued conversations, and Brown's brother was seen sitting with Celtics brass during some of the Summer League games. Brown is now out of the country for an NBPA event, so talks have been p...

As the Boston Celtics continue to rework their roster, they made the tough decision to move on from restricted free agent Grant Williams. In a three team sign-and-trade, the Celtics dealt Williams to the Dallas Mavericks, where he'll be signed on for four years at $53 Million. With the massive cap implications of going over the second apron, should the Celtics have done so in order to retain Grant...

After a handful of signings by the Boston Celtics, they've started to add some depth with the additions of Oshae Brissett and Dalano Banton while also inking new star Kristaps Porzingis to a two-year, $60 Million extension. What's to come next? Why haven't we heard a real update on Jaylen Brown? What's up with Jayson Tatum recruiting Dame Lillard? Join The Vitamin Cs Podcast as we discuss the late...

With the start of NBA free agency negotiations kicking off Friday at 6PM, there's still some questions about what the Celtics may do. Will Boston keep both Grant Williams and Jaylen Brown? What happens with Malcolm Brogdon? Join Vitamin Cs with Tim and Wayne as they discuss, as well as reflecting on the Kristaps Porzingis/Marcus Smart trade. This episode is sponsored by: FanDuel Sportsbook is the...

After a reported deal between the Celtics, Clippers and Wizards that would land Kristaps Porzingis in Boston and Malcolm Brogdon in LA fell through, the Boston Celtics pivoted and did the unthinkable: they traded Marcus Smart. In a new three team deal with the Grizzlies, Boston sent their heart-and-soul guard to the Memphis Grizzlies for two first round picks in 2023 (via Memphis) and 2024 (via Go...

As the NBA Finals come to a close, the Boston Celtics continue to put in work on retooling the team, including the coaching staff. After signing Sam Cassell to be a coaching assistant, Boston went out and added Charles Lee to be the Lead Assistant under Head Coach Joe Mazzulla. Join Vitamin Cs as Tim Sheils and Wayne "Breezie" Brown give their immediate reactions and takeaways to the news, includi...

During his end of season press conference, President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens gave a glimpse into the organization's plans and thinking heading into a tricky offseason. With a Jaylen Brown supermax extension in the cards and the unknown Grant Williams and Payton Pritchard scenarios, Boston will have their hands full. Join Vitamin Cs with Tim Sheils and Wayne "Breezie" Brown as they to...

After clawing their way back to tie the series 3-3, the Boston Celtics fell on their face in Game 7 at TD Garden as the Miami Heat cruised to a 103-84 win, punching their ticket to the 2023 NBA Finals. With Jayson Tatum hurt on the first play and hobbled the rest of the game, Jaylen Brown was called upon to carry some of the workload and crumpled under the pressure, losing turnover after turnover...

On the verge of a heartbreaking ending to their series comeback against the Miami Heat after three Jimmy Butler free throws, the Boston Celtics had three seconds left to keep their season alive. With their final play, Marcus Smart launched a quick three, rattling in and out of the rim. Positioned perfectly, Derrick White tipped the ball back up with .2 seconds on the clock and in for the bucket as...

The Boston Celtics have firmly put themselves back in this series with their efforts in Game 4 and 5, winning 110-97 at TD Garden to force a Game 6 in Miami. As the momentum in the series begins to slide, the Celtics find themselves in a familiar situation down 3-2 going on the road to play in a hostile environment. Can the Celtics win Game 6 to bring it back to Boston for a winner-take-all showdo...

With their backs against the wall, the Boston Celtics pulled out a gutsy 116-99 win over the Miami Heat in Game 4 Tuesday night to stave off elimination. Every single game for them moving forward will be do-or-die, with a razor-thin margin of error to work with. However, in Game 4, the Celtics were playing like the team they were advertised to be, but with some of the defensive edge and intensity...

In Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Celtics were sunk by a disastrous third quarter where they were outscored 46-25 at home in TD Garden. All 16 of Miami's made three pointers were either open or wide open, and Boston began to lose their poise and composure as the chance to tie or pull ahead slipped out of their grasp late in the 4th. Is there a mental edge that the Heat have over the...

After a thrilling Game 7 finish against Philadelphia, the Boston Celtics have punched their ticket to the Eastern Conference Finals for a rematch against the Miami Heat. While it's their second straight ECF against one another and their third meeting in four years, both teams have changed a fair amount since their last playoff series. Miami lost PJ Tucker in free agency, as well as Tyler Herro and...

In what was looking more and more like the end of the Celtics season, Boston pulled off a dramatic 95-86 win on Thursday night over the Philadelphia 76ers to force a Game 7 back in Boston. After three quarters of some of the worst offense of his career, Jayson Tatum stepped up massively in the 4th quarter with a 16 point explosion, including 4-of-5 shooting from deep and 4-of-4 from the line. Did...

On Sunday, the Boston Celtics fell in OT 116-115 to the Philadelphia 76ers, tying the series up 2-2 heading into Tuesday night's matchup. The Celtics clawed their way back into the game after trailing by as much as 16 points on the road, but due to some costly mistakes in both the 4th quarter and overtime, they ultimately failed to close the game out. What did the Celtics do down the stretch that...

With a lot riding on Game 2 with the Celtics down 1-0, Boston answered the bell against the Philadelphia 76ers with a commanding 121-87 effort on Wednesday. Not only was the game a blowout win for Boston, but Joel Embiid's return wasn't as fruitful as Philly would have hoped. On the heels of a monster performance, James Harden was nearly non-existent in Game 2, while Boston gave extended run to Gr...

In a stunning collapse, the Boston Celtics fell 119-115 in Game 1 to the Philadelphia 76ers behind a monster effort from James Harden. Now, Boston needs to respond in Game 2 or risk falling behind 2-0 heading back to Philadelphia. Can the Celtics respond and even the series? Why do they keep playing down to their competition? Join Vitamin Cs as Tim Sheils and Wayne "Breezie" Brown discuss the disf...

After fighting tooth and nail, the Boston Celtics took down the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6 at State Farm Arena to move onto the second round. While the Hawks may have been a lower seed, they still found many ways to put pressure on the Celtics. Can there be some good things to learn from in this series from Atlanta? Can Boston take something away from it and use what they've learned against the 76ers...

After the Boston Celtics got a 3-1 lead over the Atlanta Hawks, the team had a chance to close out the series at home on Tuesday night. But due to late game execution, the Celtics squandered the lead and let Trae Young hit a deep 3 to complete the comeback. It felt like all of the bad habits that the Celtics have tried to rid themselves of came bubbling to the surface in a game they had in hand. C...

The Boston Celtics took a 3-1 lead on Sunday night in their 129-121 win over the Atlanta Hawks on the road, and will now have a chance to seal the deal on Tuesday night at TD Garden. However, the Atlanta Hawks will be without one of their key players, Dejounte Murray, after confronting and touching an official after the Hawks loss in Game 4. Did Dejounte screw up? Are the Hawks doomed now? Join Vi...

After another solid win on Tuesday night over the Atlanta Hawks, the Boston Celtics are taking a 2-0 lead into State Farm Arena on Friday night as they come closer and closer to wrapping this series up. Will the Celtics pull off the sweep? Looking around the NBA, the 76ers have a 3-0 lead over the Nets, while the Heat and Bucks are split 1-1 while both teams nurse some serious injuries. While Gian...

The Celtics took on the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday, and won 112-99 in convincing fashion. Boston will look to continue that momentum on Tuesday night at TD Garden! Join Vitamin Cs with Tim Sheils and Wayne "Breezie" Brown as they recap game one, and take a look around the NBA and the news from over the weekend. This episode is sponsored by: FanDuel, the exclusive wagering partner of the CLNS Media...

The Boston Celtics are on track to face the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday afternoon at 3:30 PM EST, with Jaylen Brown a full-go after injuring his hand last week. What could be the deciding factor in the series? Who's going to step up, and who do the Celtics have to watch out for? Join The Vitamin Cs as Tim Sheils and Wayne "Breezy" Brown give their takes on what to watch out for in the Celtics-Hawks...

Before the Celtics can kick off their first round series, the NBA Play-In Tournament will be held this week, starting with the Hawks taking on the Heat in Miami. Who will take home the 7 seed on Tuesday night? Join Vitamin Cs as we discuss the play-in tournament kicking off, the Celtics stats at season's end, playoff picture, and more! FanDuel, the exclusive wagering partner of the CLNS Media Netw...