Kyrie Irving Apparently Had His Heart Set On Joining Nets For Quite Some Time
The 27-year-old superstar has had his heart set on joining the Nets for a long time. A very long time.
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The 27-year-old superstar has had his heart set on joining the Nets for a long time. A very long time.
The three-time All-Star point guard explained what inspired him to leave Charlotte and head for Boston. The answer had a whole lot to do with all of those banners hanging in the Garden rafters.
Celtics fans knew that Al Horford was most likely leaving in free agency this summer. That didn't make Sunday evening any less excruciating.
Kemba Walker is returning to New England.
The tumultuous marriage between Kyrie Irving and the Boston Celtics is over. The All-Star point guard is planning on signing with the Brooklyn Nets once 6 p.m. hits on Sunday, according to Marc Stein of The New York Times.
The live blog will be filled with every bit of NBA news that makes its way out on what is sure to be an exceptionally busy day.
The Celtics are in the midst of a complete overhaul at the point guard position. That's a change that obviously includes saying farewell to Kyrie Irving, but it will also include a separation with Terry Rozier.
A person with knowledge of the situation says Kemba Walker has told the Charlotte Hornets of his intention to sign with the Boston Celtics once the NBA's offseason moratorium ends July 6.
NBA coaches likely will be challenging one call per game next season.
While the story takes a comprehensive look at the Celtics' problem and makes sure to not single out Irving as the one to blame, there was one particular nugget that stood out above the rest. And it does not look great for Irving.
According to The New York Times' Marc Stein, the Lakers still have their eyes on Irving, with the free-agency period now rapidly approaching.
The Boston Celtics are adding an Olympic gold medalist and WNBA champ to their coaching staff.
Free agent point guard Kemba Walker is ready to leave Charlotte for Boston, according to a report.
If the Celtics are able to sign Kemba Walker to a max contract this offseason, they're going to need some big contributions from players at the bottom of their payroll. One of those players is Semi Ojeleye.
Danny Ainge is a busy man these days. With NBA free agency just a few sleeps away, rumors surrounding the Boston Celtics are coming in fast and furious.
The start of NBA free agency is still three days away, so quite a lot can change between now and then. But the Boston Celtics have emerged as the frontrunner to sign free agent point guard Kemba Walker, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
With Al Horford likely leaving and Aron Baynes traded away on draft night, the Celtics will be scouring the free agent market for an affordable big man. So it makes sense that Boston is among the teams expected to explore signing free agent center Enes Kanter when free agency gets underway, according to Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes.
When a team has as disappointing of a season as the Boston Celtics just had, no one can escape criticism. That includes a head coach once viewed as the NBA's boy wonder.
Brace yourselves, NBA fans. Kevin Durant will be a free agent on June 30.
Most people will be glued to their phones when NBA free agency gets underway on June 30. That includes the brass of the Los Angeles Lakers, even though they don't really have the money to make a big splash on the open market.
It doesn't matter who Marcus Smart is playing against. Whether you're an NBA All-Star or a nine-year-old kid, he's going to go all-out on the basketball floor and take no prisoners along the way.
With Kyrie Irving expected to leave Boston when NBA free agency gets underway, the Celtics will be on the search for another franchise point guard this summer. They will reportedly be targeting one of the top free agents available at the position.
The Celtics could go the restricted free agent route this offseason, with one report saying there is "chatter building" that they may make a run at Milwaukee's Malcolm Brogdon.
You've seen him hit the floor diving for a loose ball and sacrificing his body to draw a charge. Those are ingrained in Marcus Smart's DNA as a basketball player, and now the Celtics guard has some hardware to show for his all-out way of play.
Bleacher Reports' Ric Bucher reported Monday that Irving and Durant have held two separate meetings over the past month or so, in which they discussed their future options.
A worker at a residential therapeutic school in Swansea, Massachusetts has died after she was allegedly assaulted by a student.
Police in Kennebunk, Maine are looking for two people seen grabbing thousands of dollars from the street after it fell off a car's roof.
Since the start of the government shutdown, a Massachusetts federal employee has swapped his office job for a driver's seat, delivering food and packages to make ends meet while furloughed.
The Head of the Charles is happening this weekend in Boston and Cambridge. Here's what to know about the course map, where to watch and road closures.
Winter is coming and on Thursday, NOAA released their seasonal (winter) forecast for the months of December, January and February.
A worker at a residential therapeutic school in Swansea, Massachusetts has died after she was allegedly assaulted by a student.
The Massachusetts governor and State Police are giving an update on what they call "illegal street takeovers and car meetups" in the state.
A Malden, Massachusetts woman is facing charges after she allegedly threatened to kill federal agents while they were making an arrest.
A trial date has been set in federal court for Matthew Farwell, the former Stoughton, Massachusetts police officer who is charged with killing Sandra Birchmore.
Transportation Sec. Monica Tibbits-Nutt is out and MBTA GM Phil Eng was promoted in a MassDOT shakeup.
A new study finds that simply having a HEPA air purifier in the classroom may not be enough to keep students safe from respiratory illnesses.
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.
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.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
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.
Big changes are envisioned for the 75-year-old Kowloon restaurant property off Route 1 in Saugus.
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.
Manny Ramirez wants to get into coaching and share all his knowledge of hitting with young players.
New England Patriots linebacker Harold Landry missed his second straight practice on Thursday, which puts his status for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans in doubt.
Efton Chism III saw his lifelong dream come true last Sunday when he made his NFL debut for the Patriots, thanks to a lot of hard work and a great work ethic from the rookie.
There is no shortage of storylines as Mike Vrabel and his first-place Patriots visit the Tennessee Titans in Week 7.
Jaylen Brown's hamstring will be the focus leading up to the Celtics' season opener next week, after he left Boston's preseason finale early Wednesday night with left hamstring tightness.
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.