Tag: 2023-24 Celtics preseason

Celtics Lab 223: Looking ahead to Boston’s 2023-24 season opener, wrapping up unfinished business

With the NBA’s 2023-24 regular season nearly upon us, what else do the Celtics need to get done?

Opening night for the Boston Celtics‘ 2023-24 season opener against the New York Knicks is nearly upon us, leaving little time for the Celtics’ front office to make final roster decisions about a number of rotation players, extend or offer full contracts to two way players if they so desire, and to tend to any other issues in terms of how the team will play on both ends of the court that they believe still needs attention for the season ahead.

The team also signed a new two way player to fill the slot left by Jay Scrubb after his ACL injury ended his season with Boston before it began in Nathan Knight, and in a more immediate sense have games against the New York Knicks and Miami Heat for their season and home openers to prepare for.

With all of that in mind, the hosts of the CLNS Media “Celtics Lab” podcast put together one final offseason pod for the summer of 2023 to talk our way through all the above and more.

We also get caught up on the trickle of news left to cover before the games begin to count.

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Boston Celtics two way center Neemias Queta full game highlights vs. Hornets

The Portuguese center put up 12 points, 7 rebounds (including 4 offensive boards), and a block with just 2 turnovers.

In the preseason exhibition matchup between the Boston Celtics and the Charlotte Hornets on October 19, Celtics two way big man Neemias Queta made an impact for Boston on both ends of the court, encouraging fans to clamor for his signing to a full roster spot on the strength of his performance.

The Portuguese center put up 12 points, 7 rebounds (including 4 offensive boards), and a block with just 2 turnovers in a mere 13 minutes of playing time on Thursday night, going a perfect 6-of-6 overall (we will forgive him for biffing both of his 2 free throws given all that), picking up a pair of personal fouls for his trouble.

To see the Utah State alum’s big game highlights for yourself (or again, if you like to gloat), take a look at the clip embedded below put together by the folks at the Nellb YouTube channel.

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Reacting to the Boston Celtics’ blowout preseason win vs. the Charlotte Hornets

The Boston Celtics showcased their dominance in the preseason finale by trouncing the Charlotte Hornets.

The Boston Celtics showcased their dominance in the preseason finale by trouncing the Charlotte Hornets with a score of 127-99 on Thursday night. This victory highlighted the Celtics’ offensive and defensive potential, with the team’s identity characterized by versatile scoring options,..

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are leading that charge, complemented by newcomers like Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday and relative recent arrival Derrick White Their defensive prowess was evident as well, recording a franchise record for steals in a regular season game with 22. The bench’s enthusiasm and team spirit were also noteworthy, signaling a positive atmosphere within the squad as they approach the regular season.

The folks over at the NBC Sports Boston put together their immediate reaction to the blowout win.

Check it out in the clip embedded above.

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Boston Celtics – Charlotte Hornets full preseason highlights

The Boston Celtics ended their preseason with a resounding victory against the Charlotte Hornets.

The Boston Celtics ended their preseason with a resounding victory against the Charlotte Hornets, displaying elite ball movement and impressive individual performances up and down the roster from the starters to the two way players.

The starters, led by Jaylen Brown with 20 points, played to their potential and then some, and way big man Neemias Queta stood out with 12 points and 7 rebounds in just 13 minutes of play. The Celtics performed strongly overall, setting the stage for their season debut against the New York Knicks next week. Boston wrapped up their preseason with a spectacular win against the Hornets’ starters to set the tone for the start of their 2023-24 campaign.

If you missed the game or just want to watch its best plays again, check out the clip embedded above courtesy of NBC Sports Boston.

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PHOTOS – Celtics at Hornets: Boston flattens Charlotte as pieces come together

Let’s take a look at some of the best moments captured in images in the Celtics’ final preseason game of 2023-24 vs. the Hornets.

The Boston Celtics showed up to play the Charlotte Hornets for their final preseason tilt of 2023 with a plan to play their primary players heavy minutes as a tune-up for their season debut on Oct. 25 vs. the New York Knicks, and the contender smacked Charlotte hard and early as expected.

The starters, led by Jaylen Brown, made significant contributions, and the bench players also shined. Derrick White, Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, and Jrue Holiday all played crucial roles. Notably, Neemias Queta impressed with 12 points and 7 rebounds in just 13 minutes. The Celtics’ next game is on October 25th against the New York Knicks in their season opener at Madison Square Garden.

Let’s take a look at some of the best moments captured in images in the Celtics’ final preseason game of 2023-24 vs. the Hornets.

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Boston Celtics at Charlotte Hornets preseason: How to watch, broadcast, lineups

The Boston Celtics make the trek to North Carolina’s Spectrum Center to face the Charlotte Hornets for the final tilt of their 2023-24 preseason slate of games.

The Boston Celtics make the trek to North Carolina’s Spectrum Center to face the Charlotte Hornets for the final tilt of their 2023-24 preseason slate of games ahead of their season opener on October 25 vs. the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

If you happen to be looking for a way to watch the on-court action live on cable television or a local or national online streaming service that carries the game, keep reading while we get you up to speed on everything else you need to know about the game. Along with player injuries and likely starters for both teams, we of course will have how to watch it listed below.

Let’s begin with the players available to play.

What can the Boston Celtics’ 123-110 preseason win over the New York Knicks tell us?

The game showcased the new-look Celtics’ starting lineup with Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, and Jaylen Brown, with Al Horford surprisingly coming off of the bench.

The Boston Celtics approached their home preseason tilt with the New York Knicks on Tuesday night more like a regular season contest than not, and it showed in the 123-110 victory for Boston. The game showcased the new-look Celtics’ starting lineup with Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Kristaps Porzingis, Jayson Tatum, and Jaylen Brown, with Al Horford surprisingly coming off of the bench.

The Celtics displayed impressive shooting, especially from beyond the arc in the first half, and the starting five played significant minutes for an exhibition contest. Horford’s performance off the bench provided an unexpected spark, and the Celtics used a full-court press that was effective against the Knicks.

To hear a more detailed breakdown of the preseason win and what it could tell us about the season ahead, check out the clip embedded below from the folks at the CLNS Media “How Bout Them Celtics!” podcast.

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Reacting to the Boston Celtics’ 123-110 preseason win over the New York Knicks

The game showcased the Celtics’ offensive versatility.

The Boston Celtics secured a 123-110 preseason victory over the New York Knicks in a high-scoring and fast-paced game at TD Garden this past Tuesday night. The Celtics’ top six players and how they integrated with the bench players who will play a crucial role in the rotation stood out, and the game showcased the Celtics’ offensive versatility.

Players like Kristaps Porzingis demonstrated their scoring proficiency, including his ability to execute pick-and-rolls and pick-and-pops. The Latvian big man’s versatility on the court created multiple open shot opportunities for the team. Defensively, the Celtics implemented a full-court press strategy, disrupting the Knicks’ offensive rhythm.

To hear more about how Boston’s penultimate preseason contest gives us hints about the season to come, check out the instant reaction to the win by the folks at NBC Sports Boston embedded below.

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Mazzulla on Al Horford’s stint off the bench: ‘He seems to be the guy that always makes the right play’

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla explained why Al Horford is key for his club’s success regardless of Boston’s starting line up.

The Boston Celtics may be one of the top teams in the NBA this season, but there are still some looming questions surrounding the club. Chief among them, who will be the starting lineup for head coach Joe Mazzulla?

Bringing All-Stars Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis to Boston was a major splash by the club’s front office, but it means Mazzulla is left putting together a starting group and rotation to maximize his team’s success and keep peace in the locker room. During Tuesday’s preseason action against the New York Knicks, Mazzulla opted to bring Al Horford off the bench. The coach praised his veteran big man following the game.

“He’s just kind of adjusting to that role,” Mazzulla explained. “Playing with the second unit in this game, I thought he did a great job.”

Boston drops 23 3-pointers as Celtics top Knicks 123-110 in penultimate preseason tilt

The Celtics dropped 23 3-pointers as Boston defeated the visiting New York Knicks at TD Garden Tuesday evening.

The Boston Celtics defeated the New York Knicks 123-110 Tuesday evening in the penultimate preseason game on the schedule for the Celtics. Prior to the action, Celtics head coach Mazzulla spoke about wanting to give his starters meaningful minutes with the regular season just around the corner. Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau, meanwhile, opted to rest his core players, making for a lopsided affair.

It was an offensive bonanza for the home team, anchored by a strong showing from Boston’s core players. The Celtics were especially good shooting the ball, building an early lead against the shorthanded Knicks. Credit New York’s reserves for hanging tough wire to wire, but the home team was too good on offense for the visitors to ever put the outcome in doubt.

Here’s what you missed from Boston’s preseason victory over New York Tuesday night.