‘Don’t Know What They Were Thinking’ — Celtics Superfan Bill Simmons Breaks Silence on Boston’s Playoff ‘Screw Up’
Bill Simmons criticizes Joe Mazzulla after the Boston Celtics' disappointing first-round playoff collapse against the 76ers.

Bill Simmons criticizes Joe Mazzulla after the Boston Celtics' disappointing first-round playoff collapse against the 76ers.

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown went on at length with criticisms of the NBA and its officiating in a livestream on Sunday evening.

Jaylen Brown faces backlash for his candid reflection on the Celtics' 2025-26 season and shocking first-round playoff exit.

Jaylen Brown faces backlash from the NBA world for his criticism of Joel Embiid a day after the Celtics blew a 3-1 series lead.

Following the Celtics' season-ending Game 7 loss to the Sixers on Saturday, the Boston icon was on set of the NBC Sports Boston postgame show when some Philly fans managed to get under his skin.

The Sixers are set to meet the Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals after their miraculous come-from-behind win over the Celtics, which saw them fight back from 3-1 down to win the series.

The Ringer covers the NBA better than almost anyone. Unfortunately, the NBA playoffs did not return the favor. When The Ringer published its NBA playoff preview on April 16, six staff writers submitted Finals predictions. Add in the podcast picks from Bill Simmons, Zach Lowe, and Joe House, and the outlet’s nine most prominent NBA…

Another sobering offseason is ahead for Boston as the Celtics' blown 3-1 lead dampers playoff hopes.

Years of Game 7 heartbreak fueled Joel Embiid, who finally found relief and helped end the team’s Celtics curse.

"Nobody told me anything" - Jaylen Brown reflects on Jayson Tatum's last-minute absence after Celtics' Game 7 loss Basketball Network

Dawn Staley loved the 76ers' win in game seven over the Celtics.

Before Joel Embiid made his return to the court, the Philadelphia 76ers teased fans by upgrading him to doubtful ahead of Game 3. There was a small chance Embiid was going to make his playoff debut that early, and the Celtics were hardly worried about his arrival. Before the game, Celtics guard Payton Pritchard was […] The post Joel Embiid Fires Shots at Payton Pritchard After 76ers-Celtics Game 7 appeared first on HEAVY.

Joel Embiid’s stunning post-surgery return helps Sixers erase a 3-1 deficit, forcing the Celtics into an unexpected early offseason.

Celtics fans erupt after Game 7 collapse vs 76ers, as Joe Mazzulla’s bold lineup decisions spark outrage and calls for major changes.

There won’t be a rematch with the Celtics after all. Instead, it’ll be the suddenly red-hot 76ers and the Knicks in the second round, starting Monday.

Jayson Tatum’s Status For Game 7 Has Been Revealed The Spun

Nikola Vucevic's disappearing act cost Celtics in Game 7 sportingnews.com

Celtics doomed by 3-point shooting, but placing blame goes beyond Joe Mazzulla sportingnews.com

It was nearly an improbable victory for the Celtics, nearly managing to snag a Game 7 victory without superstar Jayson Tatum.

The Celtics will be without a key piece for a win-or-go-home game.

Heading into Game 7 against the Boston Celtics, the Philadelphia 76ers have added another star to the injury report. Paul George has been downgraded on Saturday afternoon. According to the injury report, the star forward is dealing with an illness. Fortunately for the Sixers, George’s illness isn’t guaranteed to keep him out. In fact, his […] The post 76ers Announce Notable Paul George News Before Game 7 vs Celtics appeared first on HEAVY.

Boston is in uncomfortable territory, and they only have themselves to blame.

Joel Embiid gets brutally honest after the 76ers force a Game 7 vs. the Celtics with a 106-93 win.

Problem or not, Celtics' nemesis against 76ers is the same old story sportingnews.com
