Pelton mail: Which rookies are most ready to contribute?
In ranking immediate impact, Kevin Pelton places Jayson Tatum lower than the former Duke star's draft slot.
2017 ScheduleAll times ET
2017 Schedule
53-29, 1st in Atlantic
- 3/31W 117-116
- 4/2W 110-94
- 4/5L 114-91
- 4/6L 123-116
- 4/8W 121-114
- 4/10W 114-105
- 4/12W 112-94
- 4/16L 106-102
- 4/18L 111-97
- 4/21W 104-87
- 4/23W 104-95
- 4/26W 108-97
- 4/28W 105-83
- 4/30W 123-111
- 5/2W 129-119
- 5/4L 116-89
- 5/7L 121-102
- 5/10W 123-101
- 5/12L 92-91
- 5/15W 115-105
- 5/17L 117-104
- 5/19L 130-86
- 5/21W 111-108
- 5/23L 112-99
- 5/25L 135-102
- Full Schedule
Coley Harvey ESPN Staff Writer
Caught up with Paul Pierce courtside during one BIG3 game. Flew from LA to be in Brooklyn for this. Said he's spoken to Ice Cube about playing next year. Asked him what name would be on the back of his jersey; would it be his nickname? "C'mon, man. You know it. It's gotta be The Truth."
Drexler to LeBron: Celts, not Rockets, first Big 3
Clyde Drexler appreciates LeBron James' thought that the 1995-96 Houston Rockets were the first superteam, but the Hall of Famer said Sunday that honor belongs to the Boston Celtics of the '60s.
Celtics too stubborn for their own good? (2:04)
Top NBA draftees show off signature moves (2:28)
Chris Forsberg ESPN Staff Writer
Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge said that Isaiah Thomas is doing "much better" as he navigates rehab from his season-ending hip injury and believes he'll have further imaging done in mid-to-late July to finalize next step, which could still include surgery. Ainge said the belief is Thomas will be ready for training camp regardless and noted, "that's what we're all hoping, that's what we all think."
Lowe Post: Draft recap, deals done, deals to come
Zach talks to ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst about the NBA draft, the deals that were made and the deals that might still come as free agency approaches.
Ainge: Celtics weren't engaged in Butler talks
Danny Ainge says the Celtics took several shots to acquire new Timberwolves guard Jimmy Butler over the years but that the team wasn't involved in negotiations this week before Minnesota swooped in for the three-time All-Star.
Chris Forsberg ESPN Staff Writer
Danny Ainge asked if he's seen Isaiah Thomas in ESPN's Body Issue. "Is he wearing clothes?" Told he's not and that there's a butt shot, Ainge deadpans, "Uh oh. No thoughts on that. I have to sprint out to get that magazine."
Ainge wasn't surprised to see Butler traded (0:29)
Chris Forsberg ESPN Staff Writer
Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge said he wasn't surprised to see Jimmy Butler traded on draft night. Said Celtics had "many conversations" with Chicago about him over last year but suggested there were none in recent weeks.
NBA Lockdown: Draft reaction, Butler trade, Dumars
Before a conversation with Hall of Famer Joe Dumars, Jorge Sedano, Amin Elhassan and Kevin Pelton react to the NBA draft, grade the Jimmy Butler trade and much more.
Vin Baker reinventing self as summer camp director
The four-time NBA All-Star has gone as far as working at Starbucks as he puts his life back together. Now his comeback story includes directing a summer basketball camp in the Berkshires in Massachusetts.
Was it a mistake for Celtics to pass on Jackson? (2:22)
Canceled workout cause for C's passing on Jackson? (0:44)
Chris Forsberg ESPN Staff Writer
Jayson Tatum and his No. 11 Celtics jersey being introduced at the team's practice facility.
NBA draft grades: Celtics earn solid marks
Just like last year, Boston took a dynamic small forward at No. 3, but Jayson Tatum isn't Jaylen Brown. Semi Ojeleye (No. 37) and Kadeem Allen (No. 53) were more typical Celtics picks.
Vote: What's your grade for the Celtics' draft?
Did the Celtics make the right moves during Thursday night's NBA draft? Vote now!
Isaiah Thomas: 'If I were 6-5, I'd be the best player in the world'
Isaiah Thomas might be only 5-9, but his dominant stats for the Celtics last season meant he often seemed larger than life. And after posing for the ninth annual Body Issue, Thomas explained how his height is actually an advantage to his game.
Ainge: 'Never talked' with Jackson (0:47)
Celtics irked that J. Jackson canceled workout
Danny Ainge said Celtics brass "tried not to overreact" to Josh Jackson canceling a recent workout after they had traveled cross-country to see him, but he acknowledged that he was "mad."
Celtics pick at No. 56: Jabari Bird, Cal guard
The Celtics selected Cal guard Jabari Bird with the No. 56 overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft on Thursday night.
Bilas sees longevity in young group of NBA draftees (1:56)
Chris Forsberg ESPN Staff Writer
Danny Ainge on trade rumors around the Celtics, including Porzingis chatter: "A little blown out of proportion. I'll leave it at that."
Chris Forsberg ESPN Staff Writer
Danny Ainge on Jayson Tatum: "There's a lot to like about Jayson. He's going to be a terrific player."
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(3) | Jayson Tatum | SF | Duke |
| 2(7) | Semi Ojeleye | SF | SMU |
| 2(23) | Kadeem Allen | PG | Arizona |
| 2(26) | Jabari Bird | SG | California |
2016-17 Atlantic Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | 53 | 29 | .646 | - | W3 |
| Toronto | 51 | 31 | .622 | 2 | W4 |
| New York | 31 | 51 | .378 | 22 | W1 |
| Philadelphia | 28 | 54 | .341 | 25 | L8 |
| Brooklyn | 20 | 62 | .244 | 33 | L2 |
Team Leaders 2016-17
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game108.07th
Rebounds Per Game42.027th
Assists Per Game25.24th
Points Allowed105.415th
Injuries
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | 53 | 29 | .646 |
| 2015-16 | 48 | 34 | .585 |
| 2014-15 | 40 | 42 | .488 |
| 2013-14 | 25 | 57 | .305 |
| 2012-13 | 41 | 40 | .506 |