During his time suiting up for the Celtics, Ford wore only jersey No. 42 and put up 10.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game.

In his second career start, Minott finished with 11 points and a career-high 14 rebounds in Boston's 125-105 win over the Cavaliers.

As he enters his 23rd year in the NBA, LeBron James knows quite a bit about the game of basketball. It's not uncommon for younger players, whether they be veter

"Shaq’s power is brute strength," continued Garnett. "Once he got to the (Los Angeles) Lakers, he was on some Superman, Ironman, putting everybody in the basket (stuff), and that was all predicated off of (Lakers head coach) Phil (Jackson), telling him to build himself up that you’re stronger coming down the Playoffs."

To his credit, Mazzulla has been the first to preach the party line, touting the Celtics' ever-changing lineups as a strength that reflects their depth rather than a weakness that exposes the massive talent drain.

Jayson Tatum return date for Celtics remains a key factor in Boston's season originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. This remains a weird season for the Boston Celtics until further notice. Jayson Tatum remains out with his torn Achilles, for now and the foreseeable future.

Looking back at what came of their draft night decisions in the '17 NBA Draft, it is likely safe to say that the Lakers would like to have a mulligan.

Jaylen Brown scored a game-high 30 points and the Boston Celtics dominated the final three quarters in a rout of the Cleveland Cavaliers on Oct. 29.