Lowe Post: Windhorst On Interesting Free Agency Teams
Zach and ESPN's Brian Windhorst pick their five most interesting teams in NBA free agency -- plus news, rumors, trade ideas, and more.
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2019 Schedule
49-33, 3rd in Atlantic
- 3/9W 120-107
- 3/11L 140-115
- 3/14W 126-120
- 3/16W 129-120
- 3/18L 114-105
- 3/20L 118-115
- 3/23L 124-117
- 3/24L 115-96
- 3/26W 116-106
- 3/29W 114-112
- 3/30L 110-96
- 4/1W 110-105
- 4/3W 112-102
- 4/5W 117-97
- 4/7L 116-108
- 4/9W 116-110
- 4/14W 84-74
- 4/17W 99-91
- 4/19W 104-96
- 4/21W 110-106
- 4/28W 112-90
- 4/30L 123-102
- 5/3L 123-116
- 5/6L 113-101
- 5/8L 116-91
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Stephen A. not sold on Kemba over Kyrie on Celtics (1:43)
If Kemba replaces Kyrie, how would Celtics roster look? (1:31)
Celtics' Smart optimistic about state of franchise
"I'm excited," Marcus Smart said. "We're excited. As competitors, you have a season like we did last year and it leaves a funny taste in your mouth."
Kornheiser: Kemba would make Celtics a contender (1:55)
'Busy week' ahead for Ainge, recalibrating Celtics
The Celtics find themselves entering free agency in a different position than expected, but president of basketball operations Danny Ainge said he's "excited about the opportunity."
2019 NBA free-agent rankings: Top 30 players and potential fits
Which players should teams pursue? Kevin Pelton ranks the best free agents.
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The Celtics are hiring Fairmont (WV) State coach Joe Mazzulla as an assistant coach, league sources tell ESPN. Mazzulla made a strong impression with Celtics G League staff before returning to college two years ago. He played for John Beilein at WVU.
Could KD, Kyrie save 'Gotham City,' sign with Knicks or Nets? (3:29)
Kyrie destined for new location in free agency (0:30)
How the NBA draft sets up a league-altering free agency
Here are eight big free-agency questions and storylines to monitor closely.
Source: 7-foot-6 Tacko Fall to sign Celtics deal
Tacko Fall has attracted attention because of his size and because he held his own against Zion Williamson in UCF's one-point loss to Duke in the NCAA tournament.
The Hoop Collective: NBA Draft, Rockets, Celtics
After briefly reacting to last night's NBA Draft, Brian Windhorst, Jackie MacMullan and Tim MacMahon discuss how poorly things have gone for the Celtics since Kyrie Irving first joined the team (5:53). Plus, would Al Horford be a good fit in Dallas (22:15) and how should the Rockets tackle the future in a wide-open Western Conference (30:35)?
RR: NBA Draft Recap plus free agency nuggets
Russillo on what was a weird NBA Draft night including why there seemed to be more chaos than normal, plus some free agency nuggets and why no one has any read on Kawhi.
Celtics' narrative has flipped in an instant (1:51)
Trade grades: Why Boston is dealing Aron Baynes to Phoenix
The Suns grabbed a second pick in the first round as they continued their pursuit of shooting, while the Celtics cleared additional cap space.
Sources: Celts send C Baynes, 24th pick to Suns
The Celtics have agreed to send center Aron Baynes and the No. 24 pick to the Suns, sources told ESPN, a move that will put their salary cap space at $25.8 million.
Thybulle wishes his mom was there to see him get drafted (1:02)
Trade grades: Who wins the Sixers-Celtics deal?
The 76ers traded up with the Celtics for the second time in the last three years to pick a University of Washington product -- this time wing Matisse Thybulle.
Source: Aron Baynes traded from Celtics to Suns
Aron Baynes is believed to be on the move, after the Boston Celtics included the Boomers big man in a draft day trade with the Phoenix Suns.
Langford has ideal size and athleticism to succeed in the NBA (16:32)
NBA draft profile: Carsen Edwards (0:32)
Stephen A. calls out Ainge for dismantling Celtics (2:00)
What do the Celtics look like without Kyrie and Horford? (1:12)
Woj: Horford's talks with Celtics 'have come to an end' (0:50)
2018-19 Atlantic Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto | 58 | 24 | .707 | - | W2 |
| Philadelphia | 51 | 31 | .622 | 7 | W1 |
| Boston | 49 | 33 | .598 | 9 | W1 |
| Brooklyn | 42 | 40 | .512 | 16 | W3 |
| New York | 17 | 65 | .207 | 41 | L1 |
2018-19 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game112.414th
Rebounds Per Game44.522nd
Assists Per Game26.35th
Points Allowed108.08th
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2019 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(14) | Romeo Langford | SF | Indiana |
| 1(22) | Grant Williams | PF | Tennessee |
| 2(3) | Carsen Edwards | PG | Purdue |
| 2(21) | Tremont Waters | PG | LSU |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 49 | 33 | .598 |
| 2017-18 | 55 | 27 | .671 |
| 2016-17 | 53 | 29 | .646 |
| 2015-16 | 48 | 34 | .585 |
| 2014-15 | 40 | 42 | .488 |