Jayson Tatum lifts short-handed Celtics past Timberwolves 118-115
Jayson Tatum had 33 points, nine assists and eight rebounds, and the Boston Celtics beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-115 on Thursday night.
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Jayson Tatum had 33 points, nine assists and eight rebounds, and the Boston Celtics beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-115 on Thursday night.
After a lackluster December, the Celtics will begin 2025 with a real mettle-sharpening road trip against four of the best teams in the West.
Jayson Tatum scored 18 of his 23 points in Boston's dominant third quarter, and the Celtics routed Toronto 125-71 on Tuesday, extending the Raptors' losing streak to 11 games.
Lonnie Walker IV chose to head overseas after he didn't make the Celtics roster out of training camp, but the veteran guard could be back in Boston soon.
From the glory of a Celtics championship to the disappointment of the Patriots, the Boston sports scene got to experience all the highs and lows in 2024.
Tyrese Haliburton scored 31 points and the Indiana Pacers rebounded from a 37-point loss to Boston two nights earlier by beating the Celtics 123-114 on Sunday night in the rematch.
Jaylen Brown scored a season-high 44 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Boston Celtics snapped a two-game skid with a 142-105 rout over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night.
The Boston Celtics will look to stop their first losing streak of the season on Friday night, but they may be shorthanded when they host the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden.
It was a Christmas dream come true for one young basketball fan, thanks to the Boston Celtics and Make-A-Wish.
It was a Christmas dream come true for one young basketball fan, thanks to the Boston Celtics and Make-A-Wish. WBZ-TV's Logan Hall reports.
Joel Embiid popped up from a pregame fall and scored 27 points, sinking a pair of free throws with 3 seconds left to turn back Boston's final rally and lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 118-114 victory.
Boston's late comeback fell just short as they fell to the Orlando Magic, 108-104.
Jayson Tatum scored a season-high 43 points, grabbed 16 rebounds and dished out 10 assists for his third career triple-double and the Boston Celtics beat the Chicago Bulls 123-98 on Saturday night.
The NBA fined the Boston Celtics coach $35,000 on Saturday "for aggressively pursuing and directing inappropriate language toward a game official" at the end of his team's loss to the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night.
We're really not asking for much from the New England Patriots this holiday season, just to look like an actual NFL team over the final three weeks of the season.
Both Joe Mazzulla and Jaylen Brown were furious with the officiating in Thursday night's Boston Celtics loss to the Chicago Bulls
Joe Mazzulla looked furious with the officials -- namely ref Justin Van Duyne -- during and after Thursday night's Celtics loss to the Bulls. But after the game, he sarcastically said he was just trying to spread some holiday cheer as he shouted as the crew.
Jaylen Brown said he is thinking about things differently after the break-in at his mother's house in Wellesley.
Jaylen Brown said he is thinking about things differently after the break-in at his mother's house in Wellesley. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Zach LaVine scored a season-high 36 points and the Chicago Bulls used a fourth-quarter flurry to hold off the Boston Celtics 117-108 on Thursday night in the opener of a home-and-home set.
Sources tell WBZ a 2024 NBA championship ring was stolen from a Boston Celtics coach during a break-in. WBZ-TV's Tiffany Chan reports.
Police said nothing was stolen and no one in the home at the time was injured. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Jaylen Brown's mother's house in Wellesley, Massachusetts was broken into while the Celtics were out of town, sources told WBZ-TV.
Boston Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis may not miss any time with his right heel injury.
Kristaps Porzingis limped to the Celtics locker room during Sunday's win over the Wizards, but doesn't sound too concerned about his heel injury.
Jose is a 16-year-old who is good at math and physics and hopes to become an auto mechanic.
Young athletes enjoyed some friendly competition and expert instruction on the field at Gillette Stadium.
Waltham police are investigating break-ins after a stranger was seen on video in a house full of sleeping college students.
Thirteen people were arrested, and four police officers were injured during a pro-Palestinian rally in Boston Tuesday night.
People in Massachusetts marked the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, with art, artifacts and remembrances.
Thirteen people were arrested and four police officers were injured during a pro-Palestinian rally in Boston Tuesday night.
Big changes are envisioned for the 75-year-old Kowloon restaurant property off Route 1 in Massachusetts.
New Hampshire Fish and Game officials said those planning to hike should prepare for crowds and research the trail they will be taking.
Waltham police are investigating break-ins after a stranger was seen on video in a house full of sleeping college students.
The video shows the officer with his firearm drawn. He can be heard issuing commands to the young people as they talk over him.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
A nonprofit in Cambridge is aiming to make insulin more accessible by selling vials of the drug at a fraction of the cost.
It's been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but when you eat it may be just as significant as what you eat.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced the state will be taking measures to ensure vaccines remain accessible to everyone.
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Massachusetts State Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia died as a result of complications from blunt force injuries during a boxing exercise at the State Police Academy.
Insurance companies are using drones to inspect properties without alerting homeowners. In some cases, policies have been canceled.
A WBZ I-Team investigation revealed the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School leased weapon detection systems for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and found most of them are not being used very much.
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
The Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees are facing off again, but which city has the edge?
Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton is apparently considering running against Sen. Ed Markey but WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller said there's hurdles ahead.
Plans to change the state flag of Massachusetts are suddenly a topic in the governor's race.
Is there really anything politicians can do to cool off the blame game?
Rep. Jerry Nadler announced his retirement at age 78. So is it time for 79-year-old Senator Ed Markey to re-think his re-election plans in Massachusetts?
Big changes are envisioned for the 75-year-old Kowloon restaurant property off Route 1 in Massachusetts.
An expert points to three main factors and explains why the Black women unemployment rate is a warning sign.
National Coffee Day is Monday. Here's where to find free drinks and deals around Boston, Massachusetts.
The TJ Maxx location on Newbury Street in Boston is set to close in early 2026, a spokesperson for the company confirmed.
Multiple Starbucks locations in Massachusetts are set to close.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
Duke is getting help from former Blue Devils player and Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum.
New England Patriots running back Antonio Gibson suffered a torn ACL in Sunday night's win over the Bills in Buffalo, according to multiple reports.
Drake Maye and the Patriots upset the AFC East-leading Buffalo Bills on their home turf Sunday night, which has the NFL readjusting expectations for New England.
There is a lot of optimism around the Red Sox, but the Boston brass isn't going to get complacent after just making it back to the playoffs in 2025.
The Tar Heels mentioned Drake Maye's big game for the Patriots late Monday morning, after it was reported Bill Belichick has told his UNC staffers not to post anything New England-related.
A special type of camera captured clear video of a great white shark looking for food off the coast of New England.
A horse is recovering after a "challenging" rescue from an overturned trailer in Charlton.
A pair of humpback whales leaping out of the water gave two fishermen a scare off the coast of New Hampshire.
Cruiser the police dog enjoyed a Happy Meal reward after finding a missing dementia patient in Avon.
The Polaris Missile in Auburn's Goddard Park is headed to the EcoTarium in Worcester.