Jay King,

Jay King is a staff writer for The Athletic covering the Boston Celtics. He previously covered the team for MassLive for five years. He also co-hosts the ∜Anything Is Poddable∝ podcast. With his extensive experience covering the Boston Celtics, Jay King provides in-depth analysis and coverage of the team's games, players, and news. He is known for his engaging writing style and thorough reporting on the team's performance and developments. In addition to his work with The Athletic, he co-hosts the ∜Anything Is Poddable∝ podcast, where he discusses all things related to the Boston Celtics with fellow basketball enthusiasts. Throughout his career, Jay has developed a strong reputation for his knowledge and passion for basketball, particularly when it comes to the Boston Celtics. His work can be found on The Athletic's website and heard on the ∜Anything Is Poddable∝ podcast.

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Recent Articles

Boston Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis Suffers Rare Tendon Injury, Status Unclear for NBA Finals Game 3

Boston Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis Suffers Rare Tendon Injury, Status Unclear for NBA Finals Game 3

Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 Boston Celtics' star player Kristaps Porzingis faces uncertainty in NBA Finals after suffering a rare tendon injury, leaving his status for Game 3 uncertain. Porzingis, who was traded from the Dallas Mavericks two years ago, sustained a torn medial retinaculum during Game 2. The Latvian center is closely monitored by Celtics medical staff and may not play if not cleared.
Boston Celtics Sweep Eastern Conference Finals, Advance to NBA Finals with Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum's Standout Performances

Boston Celtics Sweep Eastern Conference Finals, Advance to NBA Finals with Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum's Standout Performances

Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024 The Boston Celtics secured their place in the NBA Finals by sweeping the Indiana Pacers 4-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals, with standout performances from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. The Celtics advance to their 23rd NBA Finals, set to face either the Dallas Mavericks or Minnesota Timberwolves.
Celtics Mount Dramatic Comeback, Take 3-0 Lead over Pacers: Boston Holds Off Indiana's Offensive Onslaught with Defensive Grit and Jrue Holiday's Heroics

Celtics Mount Dramatic Comeback, Take 3-0 Lead over Pacers: Boston Holds Off Indiana's Offensive Onslaught with Defensive Grit and Jrue Holiday's Heroics

Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 In the third game of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Pacers led by 18 points midway through, but the Celtics rallied back with a strong defensive performance and clutch plays from Jrue Holiday to win. The Pacers' offense shone in the first half with impressive shooting, but their defense faltered in the second. Jayson Tatum scored a career-high 36 points for Boston, who now hold a commanding 3-0 lead.
Jrue Holiday's Game-Sealing Theft Secures Celtics' 3-0 Lead in Eastern Conference Finals

Jrue Holiday's Game-Sealing Theft Secures Celtics' 3-0 Lead in Eastern Conference Finals

Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024 Jrue Holiday's game-sealing steal secures Boston Celtics' 3-0 lead in Eastern Conference finals against Indiana Pacers, despite early defensive struggles and bench woes. Key performances from Jayson Tatum (36 points), Jaylen Brown (24 points), and Al Horford (23 points, 7 three-pointers) propel Celtics towards NBA Finals.
Jrue Holiday's Late-Game Heroics Secure Celtics 3-0 Lead in Eastern Conference Finals

Jrue Holiday's Late-Game Heroics Secure Celtics 3-0 Lead in Eastern Conference Finals

Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024 Jrue Holiday's late-game steal and foul secures a 3-0 lead for the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers, despite key injuries. Jayson Tatum and Al Horford shine with impressive performances.
Jaylen Brown's Career-High 40 Points Propels Boston Celtics to 2-0 Lead in NBA Playoffs Against Indiana Pacers

Jaylen Brown's Career-High 40 Points Propels Boston Celtics to 2-0 Lead in NBA Playoffs Against Indiana Pacers

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Jaylen Brown scored a playoff career-high of 40 points in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals, leading the Boston Celtics to a 2-0 lead over the Indiana Pacers. His impressive performance came after being snubbed from All-NBA teams and fueled his team when Jayson Tatum struggled and Tyrese Haliburton suffered an injury. The Celtics maintained their lead through strong shooting percentages, leaving the Pacers to regroup for Game 3.
Jaylen Brown Scores Career-High 40 Points as Celtics Take 2-0 Lead over Pacers

Jaylen Brown Scores Career-High 40 Points as Celtics Take 2-0 Lead over Pacers

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Jaylen Brown scores a career-high 40 points as the Boston Celtics take a 2-0 lead over the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals. The Celtics shoot over 50% from the field and go 15-for-37 from three, while the Pacers turnover woes contribute to their second consecutive loss. Brown speaks about motivation after being overlooked for an All-NBA selection.
Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers: A Closely Contested Eastern Conference Finals Matchup with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Haliburton Shining

Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers: A Closely Contested Eastern Conference Finals Matchup with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Haliburton Shining

Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 In the 2024 NBA Eastern Conference Finals, the Boston Celtics face off against the surprising Indiana Pacers. With a record-breaking season and dominant playoff performances from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics aim to limit Tyrese Haliburton's impact. The Pacers, defying expectations with standout play from Haliburton and Myles Turner, look to exploit Boston's frontcourt. Game 1 tips off on May 21 at TD Garden on ESPN.
Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers Face Off in NBA Playoffs: Injuries to Al Horford and Jarrett Allen Could Impact Performance

Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers Face Off in NBA Playoffs: Injuries to Al Horford and Jarrett Allen Could Impact Performance

Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024 In the NBA Playoffs, the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers face off with injuries affecting their performances. The Celtics, led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown's offensive prowess, will miss Al Horford but may benefit from Allen's injury. The Cavaliers, with a dynamic backcourt of Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell, are without Jarrett Allen and must rely on Tristan Thompson for rebounding. Both teams have strengths and weaknesses; the Celtics need to contain Cleveland's guards while the Cavaliers aim to exploit Boston's defense. The series begins at TD Garden on Tuesday.