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USA Today
08-07-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens on offseason moves, future
With the trades of Boston Celtics veterans Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday now complete, and the signings of Luka Garza and Josh Minott as well, Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens took some time to sit down with the media on Tuesday (July 8). The Boston president had some words about the departing Celtics, what we can expect of the newest members of the team's roster, some of the logic behind these moves in light of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA)'s second apron penalties -- and hinted strongly that beloved vet big man Al Horford is unlikely to return to the team. Let's take a look at some excerpts of what Stevens had to say about the Celtics' offseason moves to date and more. On players leaving the team via trade or free agency "I want to start by saying thank you to to Jrue (Holiday) and (Kristaps Porzingis) and Luke (Kornet) for all that they gave here and all that they meant here." "I think I could go into great detail on each of them, but Jrue being here for two years, KP being here for two years, obviously had a huge impact not only on our team, but on the city and the community and and everything else, and Luke being here a little bit longer than that. We wish those guys well. We'll be rooting for them from afar." On signing Luka Garza, Josh Minott "We've been limited in what tools we can use with where we are, right around the second apron. And so we're looking for guys on those contracts that have upside that are competitors, that are workers that that want to be good, that haven't hit their peak yet. But we've seen something in them that we think gives them a chance to be very impactful." How Payton Pritchard will see his role change "I haven't thought a ton about how much roster change will change Payton Pritchard's work ethic, because it's always at the highest. He's as good as it gets with his work, so Payton will prioritize winning, which he always has, and will continue to grow in his game ... That's what he does. That's who he is. I've said many times, he loves basketball and ... loves to compete, loves to play hard. Those factors all matter." On how much the second apron shaped the offseason "I mean, the second apron's why those trades happened. I think that those are pretty obvious. And the basketball penalties associated with those are real. We've all talked about that, and we were fortunate because we like the guys we got back, and I think that that's one of the things that we are excited about. I think he stamped his Hall of Famer candidacy here, if he didn't already have it." "We'll look forward to watching and again rooting and following him from afar. But he's as he's as good of a person as you could ever have in your building and and as part of your team and and KP, he fought some of the stuff healthwise in the last two years, but when he played he was awfully good, and we think he'll be awfully good for Atlanta this year. So again, those are not easy trades to make; those are not easy phone calls. Obviously those guys have been around the league a long time, they knew the CBA, they knew that that was a high likelihood that they could be part of a move -- and they were communicated that before." Why Boston traded for Anfernee Simons, Georges Niang "I think Anthony is a guy that people out here probably don't see as much because of the time that they play. But his ability to score, his ability to shoot the ball, make really hard shots is pretty elite. And you look at a guy that's 26 years old, that's averaged 20 a game for three straight years, I think he's a really good player and I think he can get better. That's a big part of it." "Niang has just added value to winning on each team he's been on, and he's a pain to play against, which I very much admire. He knows what he does well, and he knows how to bring out the best in his group. It's not a coincidence that he was a part of the rotation on those really good Philly (76ers) teams." On Horford's future in Boston "I don't know what I can say about this or not say about it. We made offers to both Luke and Al. We would love to have had both of them back. I'd say that's unlikely. The only reason I haven't talked about Al is because that's not final. I could probably talk about Al my whole press conference and not say enough. But I don't want to speak in absolute terms until an ultimate decision is made. But, another guy that if he were to go and and play somewhere else, I think, he is an all-time Celtic and winner and and did everything he could for this organization." Check out the rest of the presser below!
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Daryl Morey gives statement on Sixers re-signing Justin Edwards
The Philadelphia 76ers made it official on Sunday with the re-signing of second-year forward Justin Edwards. The Sixers brought him back on a 3-year deal after he produced good numbers and overall play as an undrafted rookie. Edwards averaged 10.1 points and 3.4 rebounds with 1.6 assists while shooting 45.5% from the floor and 36.3% from deep in 44 games with 26 starts. He was brought in initially on a two-way deal and the Sixers then declined his team option and brought him back on a better deal. Advertisement 'Justin's growth and versatility were on full display last season as a rookie, and we're excited to see his progression continue in a 76ers uniform,' said President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey via a press release. 'His natural shooting ability combined with his athleticism and defensive toughness make him very valuable to what we as an organization are trying to accomplish both now and in the future.' Morey and his staff have an eye for talent as they have put together a strong team every year. Edwards and the Sixers will look to bounce back from a 24-58 season in which injuries decimated any chance of competing and contending for a championship. This article originally appeared on Sixers Wire: Daryl Morey gives statement on Sixers re-signing Justin Edwards
Scoop
23-06-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Parker Jackson-Cartwright Returns To The BNZ Breakers
The clock has struck Parker Time! The BNZ Breakers are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of dynamic point guard Parker Jackson-Cartwright for the next two seasons. Jackson-Cartwright, who quickly became a fan favourite and pivotal player during his previous tenure with the club, has signed a deal bringing his electrifying playmaking and leadership back to Auckland for NBL26 and 27. "We are absolutely delighted to welcome Parker back to the BNZ Breakers family," says Marc Mitchell, Chair of the BNZ Breakers. 'Signing Parker was my top priority this off-season, and we know our fans will be just as excited as we are to see him in the black singlet." President of Basketball Operations Dillon Boucher said 'PJC's first two seasons with the Breakers saw him consistently light up the League with his incredible speed and elite scoring ability. 'His infectious energy and competitive spirit were instrumental in many memorable performances, and his return is expected to provide a significant boost to the team's offensive firepower and on-court direction. "Parker is not only an exceptionally talented basketball player, he is a fantastic person, who embodies the values of our club. His impact on the court is undeniable, and his ability to elevate those around him will be crucial as we aim for success this season.' Jackson-Cartwright also expressed his enthusiasm about returning to the BNZ Breakers. He said, "I'm incredibly excited to be coming back to Auckland and rejoining the Breakers. I loved my time there previously – the club, the city, and especially the fans made it a special experience. 'I'm ready to get back to work with the team and contribute to a successful season. There's unfinished business, and I'm eager to help bring a championship to New Zealand." The BNZ Breakers are confident that Jackson-Cartwright's return will be a cornerstone of their ambitions for the NBL26 season and are aiming for a dominant campaign. Early bird memberships go on sale on 1 July and individual tickets will go on sale 11 August.
USA Today
30-05-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Can the Boston Celtics stay contenders while trimming salary?
Can the Boston Celtics stay contenders while trimming salary? The Boston Celtics are shaping up to have an offseason of heavy work for President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens. Even before the Achilles tendon injury sustained by star Boston forward Jayson Tatum went down in Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals second round series the Celtics lost in six games to the New York Knicks, the team was already staring down a historic payroll and tax bill. Now, Stevens has to thread the needle of trimming salary while also keeping Boston competitive enough for the 2026-27 season (when Tatum is expected to be back on the court and playing at a high level again by most estimates), no easy task given the lack of cap space and limited means available to Boston to do it with. The folks behind the "WEEI Boston's Sports Original" YouTube channel put together a clip from their "Christian Arcand" show to talk it over recently. Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say about what Stevens is looking at in terms of team building challenges.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens can rebuild team to contend again
Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations can rebuild the team to contend again, but the path to do it is a narrow one if major changes are not to be made to the storied ball club's roster. With a rapidly ballooning payroll and repeater tax bill coming at the same time Jayson Tatum and possibly Jaylen Brown will be out injured for what could be a large chunk of the season (and in Tatum's case, quite likely all of it), Stevens will have some tough choices to make. Will it be possible to shed salary AND keep the team from losing too much talent? Is it possible to move on from players like Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, and Sam Hauser, or will Boston need to trade away a player like Brown? Advertisement The hosts of the CLNS Media "First to the Floor" podcast, Jake Issenberg, Ben Vallis, and Wayne Spooney, linked up with Ryan Bernardoni (AKA Dangercart) to talk about how things might play out. Check it out below! If you enjoy this pod, check out the "How Bout Them Celtics," "First to the Floor," and the many other New England sports podcasts available on the CLNS Media network: This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Celtics president Brad Stevens can rebuild the team to contend again
