Will the Clippers act out of desperation on the trade market amid their nightmare of a 2025-26 season and pursue Anfernee Simons?

Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics lost to Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors in the 2022 NBA Finals. But Brown still believes he would beat the star guard in a different type of matchup. He said during a Twitch stream with DDG that he would "for sure" defeat Curry in a one-on-one matchup.

Jayson Tatum has reportedly accelerated his timeline for return to NBA action. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Tatum will be back this season for the Celtics. “He told me he’s coming back this season,” Chris Haynes reportedly said during his latest appearance on the SiriusXM radio show.

Jaylen Brown scored 34 points Monday against Detroit, but the box score didn’t tell the whole story. Brown missed seven free throws in a seven-point loss and took full responsibility afterward, per Jay King of The Athletic.

The Boston Celtics are short on reliable big men. Luka Garza has failed to convince Joe Mazzulla that he can be a dependable member of the rotation. His limited defense has likely played a role in his falling out of favor with Mazzulla.

Follow along with the best of a five-game night in the NBA, headlined by Cade Cunningham and Jaylen Brown facing off in Pistons-Celtics.

The Celtics have two rotation players listed on their injury report ahead of their 7 p.m. Friday game against the Heat at TD Garden. Sam Hauser (left ankle sprain) and Josh Minott (low back spasm) are probable for Friday’s game. Jayson Tatum remains out with his Achilles rehab.

Tipoff from TD Garden in Boston is at 7 p.m. ET. Boston is a 1.5-point favorite at home, while the over/under is 229.5 in the latest Celtics vs. Pistons odds. Before making any Celtics vs. Pistons picks, check out the NBA predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown had a moment of reflection when it came to talking about the business side of the NBA.

The Boston Celtics will reportedly be a buyer at the NBA trade deadline "if it makes sense." Brad Stevens has said he doesn't want to put a ceiling on this rost