Matt Geagan
Matthew Geagan is a sports writer and producer for CBS Boston. He has been part of the WBZ sports team for nearly 20 years, starting as a TV intern during his summer breaks at Quinnipiac University before spending six years cutting highlights as a sports producer on WBZ-TV. He moved over to the web in 2012 and has covered all the highs (and a few lows) in Boston sports. Cora keeps pushing for Red Sox to add at trade deadline As Boston keeps pushing for a spot in the postseason, Red Sox manager Alex Cora keeps pushing the front office to make a move ahead of the July 30 trade deadline. 1H ago Tatum, Holiday make their mark in Team USA's win over Canada Jayson Tatum and Jrue Holiday both played a part Wednesday night as Team USA beat Canada in the USA Basketball Showcase in Las Vegas. 2H ago Jaylen Brown raises some eyebrows after Team USA snub Team USA opted to go with Jaylen Brown's Boston Celtics teammate, Derrick White, on the Paris Olympic roster. 3H ago Derrick White replaces Kawhi Leonard on Team USA roster Derrick White's summer will now include a trip to Paris. 23H ago Judon, Pats reportedly not close on an extension Matthew Judon would love to join the list of Patriots players to receive a new contract from the team, but the two sides are reportedly far apart on an agreement. Jul 10 The Giants really wanted to draft Drake Maye While the Patriots are not featured on the offseason edition of this year's "Hard Knocks," new quarterback Drake Maye made an appearance on Tuesday night's episode. Jul 10 Tatum lands on cover of NBA 2K25 Jayson Tatum has taken another step toward becoming the face of the NBA, landing on the cover of NBA 2K25. 21H ago Devers skipping All-Star Game due to shoulder injury The Red Sox will only have two All-Stars in Texas next week, as third baseman Rafael Devers is bowing out of the Midsummer Classic due to a lingering shoulder injury. Jul 10 Deatrich Wise helping Mass. students build their future Patriots defense end Deatrich Wise welcomed 17 Massachusetts students into his Bridge 2 Trades program on Tuesday. Jul 9 the Celtics will have a new jersey patch sponsor next season When the Boston Celtics raise a new championship banner to the TD Garden rafters at the start of the 2024-25 season, they'll do so with a new patch on their jerseys. Jul 9 tatum says critics will always have to call him an NBA champ Jayson Tatum has a noticeable chip on his shoulders these days. Or should we say, "NBA Champion Jayson Tatum" has a noticeable chip on his shoulders these days?. Jul 9 grousbeck opens up about sale of Celtics Wyc Grousbeck opened up about the upcoming sale of the Boston Celtics for the first time, making an important clarification to his ownership of the team. Jul 9 baringer chats about his first round at Mass. Amateur Championship bryce Baringer will officially kick off his second season with the New England Patriots in two weeks, but first he has to compete in the Massachusetts Amateur Championship at Framingham Country Club. Jul 9 Zadorov has plenty of jokes, but is focused on winning a Cup nikita Zadorov signed with the Boston Bruins this offseason in hopes of winning a Stanley Cup. But there was a downside to joining an Original Six team, as the blue liner explained Monday in Boston. Jul 8 celtics announce 2024 Summer League roster the Celtics announced their 13-man roster for the NBA Summer League, which includes recent picks, experienced players, and some interesting names. Jul 8
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Recent Articles
Team USA Takes Commanding Lead Over Canada in Paris Olympics Exhibition: Jayson Tatum Shines Off the Bench
Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024On July 10, Team USA, featuring NBA champions Jayson Tatum and Jrue Holiday, Anthony Davis, and Devin Booker, began their Paris Olympics preparations with a commanding 86-72 exhibition win over Canada. Despite a slow start in Las Vegas, the team outscored Canada 27-12 in the second quarter to take a halftime lead. Jayson Tatum made an impact off the bench, while Anthony Edwards led Team USA with 13 points. The team will be without Kevin Durant due to injury for upcoming exhibitions against Australia, Serbia, South Sudan and Germany. Derrick White Replaces Injury-Prone Kawhi Leonard on Team USA's Olympic Roster
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Derrick White replaces Kawhi Leonard on Team USA's Olympic roster after a dominant playoff run with the Boston Celtics. White, a finalist for the Tokyo Olympics in 2019 and MVP of both the Eastern Conference Finals and NBA Finals, brings versatility, excellent defense, and ability to contribute without needing the ball to Team USA. Leonard had initially been selected but withdrew due to focus on NBA season with Los Angeles Clippers. Jayson Tatum Agrees to NBA-Record $314M Extension with Boston Celtics: Three-Time All-Star Set to Lead Championship Core Through 2030
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024Jayson Tatum signs historic $314M extension with Boston Celtics, securing their championship core through 2029. All-Star forward led team to NBA title in June, averaging 25.0 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists during playoffs. 2024 NBA Draft: Ben Simmons to Hornets, Marcus Smart to Rockets - Potential Blockbuster Trades
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024In the 2024 NBA Draft, potential trades involving Ben Simmons and Marcus Smart could impact several teams. Simmons may join the Charlotte Hornets, while Smart is sought after by the Houston Rockets. The Boston Celtics are adding depth with their selection of Cam Christie in the mock draft. 2024 NBA Finals Preview: Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks - Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Luka Doncic Lead Their Teams to a Showdown
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024In the 2024 NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks face off in a highly anticipated matchup. Led by Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and a resurgent Al Horford in the East, and Luka Doncic's impressive play in the West, both teams boast strong performances from key players. With Boston holding a plus-17.0 point differential in the Eastern Conference playoffs and Dallas averaging 113.2 points per game, this promises to be an exciting series. Boston Celtics Gain Upper Hand in Eastern Conference Finals with Key Injury Absences for Indiana Pacers
Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024Tyrese Haliburton's hamstring injury rules him out for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, while Jrue Holiday and Luke Kornet are available for the Boston Celtics. The Celtics hold a 3-0 lead in the series. NBA History: Victor Wembanyama Named First Rookie on All-Defensive First Team with 3.6 Blocks Per Game
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024Historic first for San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama: NBA's All-Defensive First Team rookie, leading the league in blocks with 3.6 per game and averaging 17 points and 7 rebounds. Boston Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis Suffers Right Calf Strain, Expected to Miss Several Games in Eastern Conference Quarterfinals Against Miami Heat
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 April 2024Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis suffered a right calf strain during Game 4 against the Miami Heat and is expected to miss several games. He averaged 20.1 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists before the injury but will be replaced by Al Horford in the starting lineup for Game 5.