2 hours ago
Kasper Hogh, Celtic FC. Photo Celtic FC
The Denmark international completed his move to the Scottish champions from Bodo/Glimt, becoming one of Celtic's most expensive ever signings.
Under football's solidarity payment system, several of the striker's former clubs are entitled to a share of the fee in recognition of their role in his development.
That includes Danish fifth-tier outfit Vorup FB, where Hogh spent nine years as a youngster before continuing his career with hometown side Randers.
Vorup are now set to collect around £57,000 from the transfer, with the club planning to reinvest the money into its youth and grassroots setup.
#denmark
The Denmark international completed his move to the Scottish champions from Bodo/Glimt, becoming one of Celtic's most expensive ever signings.
Under football's solidarity payment system, several of the striker's former clubs are entitled to a share of the fee in recognition of their role in his development.
That includes Danish fifth-tier outfit Vorup FB, where Hogh spent nine years as a youngster before continuing his career with hometown side Randers.
Vorup are now set to collect around £57,000 from the transfer, with the club planning to reinvest the money into its youth and grassroots setup.
#denmark
2 hours ago
DeVonta Smith has never hidden his loyalty to the Boston Celtics, but even the Philadelphia Eagles' star wide receiver can appreciate what the 76ers are attempting to build. Smith was asked Wednesday about the Sixers trading for Jaylen Brown and signing LeBron James, two moves that significantly altered the balance of power in the Eastern Conference.
"Looks like the Sixers are trying to go win one," Smith said. "Can't be mad at that."
Smith grew up supporting the Celtics in Amite, Louisiana, and has maintained that allegiance throughout his career with the Eagles. He attended Boston's NBA Finals games and predicted the Celtics would defeat Philadelphia during the teams' recent playoff series. Brown's departure from Boston and arrival in Philadelphia creates an unusual conflict for Smith. The four-time All-Star spent the first 10 seasons of his career with the Celtics before being traded to the Sixers in a package centered around Paul George and draft compensation.
Philadelphia followed that deal by signing James to a two-year contract. James, 41, is entering his 24th NBA season and will pursue the fifth championship of his career alongside Brown, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.
Philadelphia has not won an NBA championship since 1983 or reached the Eastern Conference finals since 2001. Injuries, postseason disappointments and roster turnover have repeatedly prevented the franchise from advancing beyond the second round. Adding Brown and James eliminates any ambiguity about the organization's current timeline. The Sixers are prioritizing an immediate championship run and accepting the financial and roster risks that accompany it.
#smith #sixers
"Looks like the Sixers are trying to go win one," Smith said. "Can't be mad at that."
Smith grew up supporting the Celtics in Amite, Louisiana, and has maintained that allegiance throughout his career with the Eagles. He attended Boston's NBA Finals games and predicted the Celtics would defeat Philadelphia during the teams' recent playoff series. Brown's departure from Boston and arrival in Philadelphia creates an unusual conflict for Smith. The four-time All-Star spent the first 10 seasons of his career with the Celtics before being traded to the Sixers in a package centered around Paul George and draft compensation.
Philadelphia followed that deal by signing James to a two-year contract. James, 41, is entering his 24th NBA season and will pursue the fifth championship of his career alongside Brown, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.
Philadelphia has not won an NBA championship since 1983 or reached the Eastern Conference finals since 2001. Injuries, postseason disappointments and roster turnover have repeatedly prevented the franchise from advancing beyond the second round. Adding Brown and James eliminates any ambiguity about the organization's current timeline. The Sixers are prioritizing an immediate championship run and accepting the financial and roster risks that accompany it.
#smith #sixers
2 hours ago
Celtic Football Club is pleased today to share an update in relation to our plans for improved supporter engagement.
We have recognised that there was work to be done in developing further in this area, with the aim of working closely with our supporters to achieve our shared objectives of continued Celtic success.
Within this update we highlight the creation of an important new role of Head of Supporter Engagement, which will drive and manage the club's work in this area, giving renewed focus and attention to the many important issues involved.
The club also outlines its proposed structure for a new fan engagement group, Celtic Connect, which will allow input into a range of club matters, delivering a forum which will allow opportunities for supporters to positively engage with senior club representatives and work collaboratively.
We also aim to continually look at ways to improve our matchday experience and ensure that our digital transformation continues at pace in order to deliver improved, direct communication with our supporters.
#club #celtic #update
We have recognised that there was work to be done in developing further in this area, with the aim of working closely with our supporters to achieve our shared objectives of continued Celtic success.
Within this update we highlight the creation of an important new role of Head of Supporter Engagement, which will drive and manage the club's work in this area, giving renewed focus and attention to the many important issues involved.
The club also outlines its proposed structure for a new fan engagement group, Celtic Connect, which will allow input into a range of club matters, delivering a forum which will allow opportunities for supporters to positively engage with senior club representatives and work collaboratively.
We also aim to continually look at ways to improve our matchday experience and ensure that our digital transformation continues at pace in order to deliver improved, direct communication with our supporters.
#club #celtic #update
3 hours ago
Martin O'Neill is prioritising quality over quantity as Celtic prepare to defend their Scottish Premiership ***** le.
The Parkhead side have made two signings this summer - Camilo Duran and Kasper Hogh - for reported combined fees of around £15m.
However, talismanic forward Daizen Maeda has left to join Ipswich Town and O'Neill is keen to get high-calibre players through the door sooner rather than later.
Celtic have been linked extensively with Real Oviedo and Egypt winger Haissem Hassan as well as Paderborn midfielder Mika Baur.
"I think we're trying to get some quality into the football club," O'Neill told Sky Sports.
#quality #premiership #parkhead #duran
The Parkhead side have made two signings this summer - Camilo Duran and Kasper Hogh - for reported combined fees of around £15m.
However, talismanic forward Daizen Maeda has left to join Ipswich Town and O'Neill is keen to get high-calibre players through the door sooner rather than later.
Celtic have been linked extensively with Real Oviedo and Egypt winger Haissem Hassan as well as Paderborn midfielder Mika Baur.
"I think we're trying to get some quality into the football club," O'Neill told Sky Sports.
#quality #premiership #parkhead #duran
4 hours ago
The 26-year-old became available after Feyenoord agreed to terminate his contract last week, prompting fresh speculation among Celtic supporters over whether the Scottish champions could revisit their previous interest.
Celtic explored a move for Stengs during the last transfer window before eventually turning their attention elsewhere, with Sebastian Tounekti arriving instead after the Dutchman opted for a switch to Italy.
His unexpected availability sparked renewed discussion over a potential move to Glasgow, but Stengs has instead chosen to return to familiar surroundings by rejoining the club where his professional career first took off.
The Eredivisie side unveiled the deal on Tuesday, confirming the attacker has signed a one-year contract with the option of extending it by a further 12 months.
Announcing the transfer, AZ wrote: "Every journey finds its way home".
#stengs #year
Celtic explored a move for Stengs during the last transfer window before eventually turning their attention elsewhere, with Sebastian Tounekti arriving instead after the Dutchman opted for a switch to Italy.
His unexpected availability sparked renewed discussion over a potential move to Glasgow, but Stengs has instead chosen to return to familiar surroundings by rejoining the club where his professional career first took off.
The Eredivisie side unveiled the deal on Tuesday, confirming the attacker has signed a one-year contract with the option of extending it by a further 12 months.
Announcing the transfer, AZ wrote: "Every journey finds its way home".
#stengs #year
5 hours ago
There were surprising suitors along the way. The Boston Celtics, James' consistent nemesis through the years, expressed interest, sources told ESPN. The LA Clippers even discussed a lucrative one-season contract north of $20 million that would allow him to stay at his Brentwood, California, home, sources said.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Celtics and Clippers pursued LeBron James too
#james
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Celtics and Clippers pursued LeBron James too
#james
5 hours ago
With a new season on the horizon, the Ghirls are preparing to settle into their new home at Kirkintilloch Community Sports Complex, and you can join them with a Celtic FC Women Season Ticket!
In last season's Scottish Cup final, the Ghirls showed how the bond with their team-mates, coaching staff and the fans in the stand helps push them over the finish line to secure the silverware.
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They took home the trophy on the day, in part thanks to that togetherness, and that's the message from the manager Grant Scott and captain Kelly Clark as they look to create more history in the 26/27 season.
But the spirit doesn't stop at the touchline. The players feel it from the stands. Every song, every shout, every single one of you. Week in week out, you are there. It means a lot to the players to know that no matter what, the fans have their back through thick and thin.
#fans #sports
In last season's Scottish Cup final, the Ghirls showed how the bond with their team-mates, coaching staff and the fans in the stand helps push them over the finish line to secure the silverware.
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They took home the trophy on the day, in part thanks to that togetherness, and that's the message from the manager Grant Scott and captain Kelly Clark as they look to create more history in the 26/27 season.
But the spirit doesn't stop at the touchline. The players feel it from the stands. Every song, every shout, every single one of you. Week in week out, you are there. It means a lot to the players to know that no matter what, the fans have their back through thick and thin.
#fans #sports
12 hours ago
Jaylen Brown understands the sacrifice needed to make the 2026-27 Philadelphia 76ers a **** le team and is entering the season with the perfect attitude.
Brown was traded to the 76ers after the Boston Celtics failed to make a move for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
That move inevitably led LeBron James to join the 76ers for a **** le push. But this also means Brown will need to sacrifice even more than he ever did in Boston due to the top-heavy nature of his new team.
ESPN's Shams Charania has revealed that Brown is committed to playing a team role to maximize the 76ers' chances of a **** le, going into the season with no ego.
"There's gonna be so much sacrifice that's gonna go into next season. And one person around Jaylen Brown told me today, he's gonna approach this with no ego."
#brown #team #boston
Brown was traded to the 76ers after the Boston Celtics failed to make a move for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
That move inevitably led LeBron James to join the 76ers for a **** le push. But this also means Brown will need to sacrifice even more than he ever did in Boston due to the top-heavy nature of his new team.
ESPN's Shams Charania has revealed that Brown is committed to playing a team role to maximize the 76ers' chances of a **** le, going into the season with no ego.
"There's gonna be so much sacrifice that's gonna go into next season. And one person around Jaylen Brown told me today, he's gonna approach this with no ego."
#brown #team #boston
22 hours ago
The writing has been on the wall at Parkhead for some time. Celtic are ready to listen to offers for Johnny Kenny this summer, with Millwall positioning themselves at the front of the queue. Sky Sports, via The72, confirmed that the Scottish champions won't stand in the striker's way if a decent bid comes in. Alex Neil wants the 23-year-old Republic of Ireland international at The Den, convinced he can hit the ground running straight away in the Championship.
The signing of Colombian attacker Camilo Duran from Qarabag effectively sealed Kenny's fate. Celtic originally paid Sligo Rovers £140,000 for the forward back in January 2022. Alan Nixon reports via his Patreon that a figure around £850,000 should get the deal done now. That represents a tidy profit on a player who never quite nailed down a starting spot.
Millwall aren't alone in their chase. Bolton Wanderers want him back permanently after his impressive loan spell last term. Kenny clicked quickly under Steven Schumacher, bagging six goals in 14 matches to help push Bolton towards promotion from League One before a knee issue cut his campaign short.
Add those figures to his Celtic return, and he managed 12 goals and two ******* ists across 36 total games in 2025/26. Four of those goals came in 22 Scottish Premiership matches for Celtic. Respectable enough for a squad member. Not enough to demand a starting shirt under Martin O'Neill. Publicly, O'Neill has noted that no final decision has been made on the Irishman's long-term future. Behind the scenes, sources suggest breaking into the first team this summer looks like a mountain too steep to climb.
Taking £850,000 for a squad player isn't defeatist. It is basic business. Celtic get a clean exit, pocket a profit, and free up ******* e on the wage bill for O'Neill to reinvest where it matters. Kenny gets the chance to kickstart his career somewhere he will actually play week in, week out.
#o 'neill #Millwall
The signing of Colombian attacker Camilo Duran from Qarabag effectively sealed Kenny's fate. Celtic originally paid Sligo Rovers £140,000 for the forward back in January 2022. Alan Nixon reports via his Patreon that a figure around £850,000 should get the deal done now. That represents a tidy profit on a player who never quite nailed down a starting spot.
Millwall aren't alone in their chase. Bolton Wanderers want him back permanently after his impressive loan spell last term. Kenny clicked quickly under Steven Schumacher, bagging six goals in 14 matches to help push Bolton towards promotion from League One before a knee issue cut his campaign short.
Add those figures to his Celtic return, and he managed 12 goals and two ******* ists across 36 total games in 2025/26. Four of those goals came in 22 Scottish Premiership matches for Celtic. Respectable enough for a squad member. Not enough to demand a starting shirt under Martin O'Neill. Publicly, O'Neill has noted that no final decision has been made on the Irishman's long-term future. Behind the scenes, sources suggest breaking into the first team this summer looks like a mountain too steep to climb.
Taking £850,000 for a squad player isn't defeatist. It is basic business. Celtic get a clean exit, pocket a profit, and free up ******* e on the wage bill for O'Neill to reinvest where it matters. Kenny gets the chance to kickstart his career somewhere he will actually play week in, week out.
#o 'neill #Millwall
22 hours ago
The Boston Celtics have some big questions to answer next season. Which of them are the biggest in need of a resolution by the end of the 2026-27 NBA regular season? Several key questions heading into the coming campaign loom large for Boston President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens and the rest of the front office.
Is Neemias Queta ready to start for the Celtics? Is Mitchell Robinson going to stay healthy enough if Queta is not the starter? What can Boston get out of vet guard Mike Conley? Will rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell be ready enough to play? Will the trio of wings Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, and Hugo Gonzalez take a real step forward to help make up for Jaylen Brown's exit? And will Paul George be healthy most of the season?
The hosts of the "Celtics Beat" podcast, Adam Kaufman and Evan Valenti, took some time to talk with Celtics ***** yst Dan Greenberg on a recent episode of their show about all of the above. Check it out below!
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#queta
Is Neemias Queta ready to start for the Celtics? Is Mitchell Robinson going to stay healthy enough if Queta is not the starter? What can Boston get out of vet guard Mike Conley? Will rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell be ready enough to play? Will the trio of wings Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, and Hugo Gonzalez take a real step forward to help make up for Jaylen Brown's exit? And will Paul George be healthy most of the season?
The hosts of the "Celtics Beat" podcast, Adam Kaufman and Evan Valenti, took some time to talk with Celtics ***** yst Dan Greenberg on a recent episode of their show about all of the above. Check it out below!
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
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#queta
22 hours ago
What does the Boston Celtics decision to extend reserve forward Jordan Walsh signal about their plans for the future? The Celtics elected to pick up the $2.4 million unguaranteed season left on the Arkansas alum's rookie contact for their looming 2026-27 campaign – and then extended for three more seasons on a potentially team-friendly deal.
The $15 million extension will pay Walsh $4.6 million for the 2027-28 NBA season, $5 million flat for 2028-29, and $5.3 million in the final year of the extension for the 2029-30 Celtics campaign. But this deal could hint at the Dallas, Texas native finishing this contract with a new ball club, and the folks behind the "Boston Celtics on MassLive" YouTube channel put together a clip to break down why this might be the case.
Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what hosts Brian Robb and Souchi Terada had to say about all of the above.
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#million #campaign
The $15 million extension will pay Walsh $4.6 million for the 2027-28 NBA season, $5 million flat for 2028-29, and $5.3 million in the final year of the extension for the 2029-30 Celtics campaign. But this deal could hint at the Dallas, Texas native finishing this contract with a new ball club, and the folks behind the "Boston Celtics on MassLive" YouTube channel put together a clip to break down why this might be the case.
Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what hosts Brian Robb and Souchi Terada had to say about all of the above.
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
Blue Wire: https://tiny.ee/CdKp
#million #campaign
23 hours ago
The "get-in" price for the Philadelphia 76ers preseason home debut has surged following the team's signing of LeBron James, according to secondary ticket marketplace TickPick, far exceeding the average cost of a 76ers regular season home game ticket in 2025.
James announced his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Philadelphia 76ers last week.
The "get-in" price for James' preseason home debut against the Boston Celtics on Oct. 16 is $165 on the secondary market, which is 142% more expensive than the overall average purchase price ($68) for 76ers regular season home games in the 2025-26 season, according to TickPick.
Several non-premium tickets have reached as high as $589 for the preseason matchup on TickPick.
The vast majority of other preseason games in October featuring teams other than the 76ers have get-in prices well below the $100 mark, with some matchups offering tickets around the $30 range.
#preseason #tickpick #season #philadelphia
James announced his departure from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Philadelphia 76ers last week.
The "get-in" price for James' preseason home debut against the Boston Celtics on Oct. 16 is $165 on the secondary market, which is 142% more expensive than the overall average purchase price ($68) for 76ers regular season home games in the 2025-26 season, according to TickPick.
Several non-premium tickets have reached as high as $589 for the preseason matchup on TickPick.
The vast majority of other preseason games in October featuring teams other than the 76ers have get-in prices well below the $100 mark, with some matchups offering tickets around the $30 range.
#preseason #tickpick #season #philadelphia
23 hours ago
Boston Celtics big man Neemias Queta will be suiting up for his Portuguese National Team in FIBA World Cup play this summer in the qualifier window games set to go down in Europe, according to new reporting from Eurohoops Dot Net contributor Stefan Acevski.
Per the Eurohoops Dot Net reporter, Portugal finished their slate of games in the initial phase of the qualifier games with an overall record of 3-3, and is now waiting for the start of the second round of FIBA World Cup qualifying play. In the first segment of that play, they will take on the Spanish National Team on August 28 and play host to the Georgian National Team this August 31.
"The roster of 16 players for these matches has now been announced, with the standout name being Neemias Queta, who recently extended his contract," adds Acevski.
Coming off a season that saw the Lisbon native have the best regular season of his NBA career to date, only to stumble in postseason play, more high-leverage action for Queta ahead of Boston's looming 2026-27 regular season can only help his development.
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#season #eurohoops
Per the Eurohoops Dot Net reporter, Portugal finished their slate of games in the initial phase of the qualifier games with an overall record of 3-3, and is now waiting for the start of the second round of FIBA World Cup qualifying play. In the first segment of that play, they will take on the Spanish National Team on August 28 and play host to the Georgian National Team this August 31.
"The roster of 16 players for these matches has now been announced, with the standout name being Neemias Queta, who recently extended his contract," adds Acevski.
Coming off a season that saw the Lisbon native have the best regular season of his NBA career to date, only to stumble in postseason play, more high-leverage action for Queta ahead of Boston's looming 2026-27 regular season can only help his development.
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
#season #eurohoops
1 day ago
Derrick White question takes center stage in Celtics' early rankings originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
When it comes to the offseason, there was really just one move for the Boston Celtics that took all the headlines. We're talking about, of course, trading Jaylen Brown.
Losing Brown will make a major shift in this organization and completely changes the chemistry of the current Celtics' roster. They still have Jayson Tatum and Derrick White, thankfully. They also added Mitchell Robinson, which can only help.
So, all is not lost, and some of the team's core player are still there. But, there's no getting around that things are going to look different for the Celtics this season.
In a power ranking feature out from John Schuhmann of the NBA's official website, the Celtics are ranked No. 6 in the Eastern Conference. His main question is about whether White can rediscover his shot.
#sporting #brown
When it comes to the offseason, there was really just one move for the Boston Celtics that took all the headlines. We're talking about, of course, trading Jaylen Brown.
Losing Brown will make a major shift in this organization and completely changes the chemistry of the current Celtics' roster. They still have Jayson Tatum and Derrick White, thankfully. They also added Mitchell Robinson, which can only help.
So, all is not lost, and some of the team's core player are still there. But, there's no getting around that things are going to look different for the Celtics this season.
In a power ranking feature out from John Schuhmann of the NBA's official website, the Celtics are ranked No. 6 in the Eastern Conference. His main question is about whether White can rediscover his shot.
#sporting #brown
1 day ago
Kasper Hogh, Celtic FC. Photo Celtic FC
Celtic today completed the signing of Danish International striker Kasper Hogh in a record breaking £11 million plus deal from Bodo/Glimt, leaving most of us delighted, but also a bit surprised as none of us, understandably so, had any faith in our hierarchy getting top quality deals over the line.
The striker who also played for Randers, Hobro, Aab, and Stabaek, in his homeland was a previously a player of serious interest in the eyes of Celtic, but unfortunately a deal didn't come to anything, due to a combination of our club's lackadaisical attitude towards recruitment, and Bodo Glimt's reluctance to sell due to their participation in the latter stages of the Champions League.
Hogh is a player of great ability, and it's a real sign of intent from Martin O'Neill, who has shown that he means business going into the forthcoming campaign.
The Danish centre forward is a player of proven quality as his record of 53 goals in 104 appearances for the forward thinking Norwegian side testifies.
#hogh #player #quality
Celtic today completed the signing of Danish International striker Kasper Hogh in a record breaking £11 million plus deal from Bodo/Glimt, leaving most of us delighted, but also a bit surprised as none of us, understandably so, had any faith in our hierarchy getting top quality deals over the line.
The striker who also played for Randers, Hobro, Aab, and Stabaek, in his homeland was a previously a player of serious interest in the eyes of Celtic, but unfortunately a deal didn't come to anything, due to a combination of our club's lackadaisical attitude towards recruitment, and Bodo Glimt's reluctance to sell due to their participation in the latter stages of the Champions League.
Hogh is a player of great ability, and it's a real sign of intent from Martin O'Neill, who has shown that he means business going into the forthcoming campaign.
The Danish centre forward is a player of proven quality as his record of 53 goals in 104 appearances for the forward thinking Norwegian side testifies.
#hogh #player #quality
1 day ago
The club will hopefully announce Bodø/Glimt striker Kasper Høgh on a multi-million pound deal, after the Bhoys struck a record-breaking £11m transfer fee with the Norwegian side for his services.
News last night, as reported on Celtic Shorts, was that the big centre-forward has completed a successful medical in London ahead of the club confirming his signing on a four-year deal later today.
Martin O'Neill is in the marketplace for several more major targets, as the squad is in desperate need of refreshment following a close shave in Scottish football last year.
Hearts and Derek McInnes gave the 5IAR Champions a good run for their money, after Tony Bloom's initial involvement at the Tynecastle club, which could have easily been avoided, had proper investment in the playing squad been achieved last summer, as Brendan Rodgers continually pleaded for.
Now reports from Spain have confirmed that the World Cup star will return to pre-season training with the rest of his Real Oviedo teammates this midweek, as the Hoops' hierarchy has yet to strike an agreement with the Segunda Division side for the transfer to proceed. That is another frustrating update for Celtic supporters, but one that we are well used to, unfortunately.
#last #celtic #transfer
News last night, as reported on Celtic Shorts, was that the big centre-forward has completed a successful medical in London ahead of the club confirming his signing on a four-year deal later today.
Martin O'Neill is in the marketplace for several more major targets, as the squad is in desperate need of refreshment following a close shave in Scottish football last year.
Hearts and Derek McInnes gave the 5IAR Champions a good run for their money, after Tony Bloom's initial involvement at the Tynecastle club, which could have easily been avoided, had proper investment in the playing squad been achieved last summer, as Brendan Rodgers continually pleaded for.
Now reports from Spain have confirmed that the World Cup star will return to pre-season training with the rest of his Real Oviedo teammates this midweek, as the Hoops' hierarchy has yet to strike an agreement with the Segunda Division side for the transfer to proceed. That is another frustrating update for Celtic supporters, but one that we are well used to, unfortunately.
#last #celtic #transfer
2 days ago
Warriors reportedly denied $285M deal that would have secured 76ers superstar LeBron James originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Golden State Warriors were one of the most aggressive teams pursuing LeBron James during his free agency process. James is entering his 24th NBA season, yet he was pursued like a young star entering his prime.
Instead, the 41-year-old veteran is nearing the end of his legendary career. The Warriors wanted to pair Stephen Curry and James together for the final years of their careers, and at one point, Golden State was even considered one of the favorites to land him.
"I would be stunned if he picked a team that wasn't Golden State or Cleveland," a Western Conference executive told FOS' Alex Schiffer.
The Warriors were right in the middle of the race for the four-time NBA champion but ultimately fell short. James decided to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, and a major factor in that decision was believed to be Philadelphia's acquisition of former Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown.
#james #golden #lebron #source
The Golden State Warriors were one of the most aggressive teams pursuing LeBron James during his free agency process. James is entering his 24th NBA season, yet he was pursued like a young star entering his prime.
Instead, the 41-year-old veteran is nearing the end of his legendary career. The Warriors wanted to pair Stephen Curry and James together for the final years of their careers, and at one point, Golden State was even considered one of the favorites to land him.
"I would be stunned if he picked a team that wasn't Golden State or Cleveland," a Western Conference executive told FOS' Alex Schiffer.
The Warriors were right in the middle of the race for the four-time NBA champion but ultimately fell short. James decided to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, and a major factor in that decision was believed to be Philadelphia's acquisition of former Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown.
#james #golden #lebron #source
2 days ago
They have been separated for more than a decade by just 40 metres.
Now two clubs in south Wales believe they may finally have the most local rivalry in British football.
Nottingham Forest and Notts County, divided only by the River Trent, are the closest senior professional rivals in England.
Even less ****** e - only 0.17 miles (272m) - separates Dundee's Dens Park and Dundee United's Tannadice Park.
But when Cwmbran Celtic host Cwmbran Town on Tuesday evening for their first meeting in 16 years - in the third tier of Welsh football - it could be the shortest distance of the lot separating their home grounds.
#only
Now two clubs in south Wales believe they may finally have the most local rivalry in British football.
Nottingham Forest and Notts County, divided only by the River Trent, are the closest senior professional rivals in England.
Even less ****** e - only 0.17 miles (272m) - separates Dundee's Dens Park and Dundee United's Tannadice Park.
But when Cwmbran Celtic host Cwmbran Town on Tuesday evening for their first meeting in 16 years - in the third tier of Welsh football - it could be the shortest distance of the lot separating their home grounds.
#only
2 days ago
NBA insider Shams Charania recently revealed details of the package that was offered from Golden State to Milwaukee for Giannis Antetokounmpo before he landed with the Miami Heat. According to Charania, the Warriors offered four first-round picks to land Antetokounmpo, an offer that was ultimately rebuffed by the Bucks.
Charania also revealed that Golden State was in talks to land Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics but wasn't comfortable giving up the same amount of draft capital that they offered for Giannis.
All in all, both Brown and Antetokounmpo wound up with other contenders, leaving the Warriors searching for another true star to pair with Stephen Curry.
This article originally appeared on Warriors Wire: NBA insider reveals Warriors discussed Jaylen Brown trade with Celtics
#offered #giannis
Charania also revealed that Golden State was in talks to land Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics but wasn't comfortable giving up the same amount of draft capital that they offered for Giannis.
All in all, both Brown and Antetokounmpo wound up with other contenders, leaving the Warriors searching for another true star to pair with Stephen Curry.
This article originally appeared on Warriors Wire: NBA insider reveals Warriors discussed Jaylen Brown trade with Celtics
#offered #giannis
4 days ago
Daizen Maeda has joined English Premier League side, Ipswich Town, after four-and-a-half years at Celtic.
The 28-year-old ******* anese internationalist made a total of 212 appearances for the Hoops, scoring 79 goals, a tally which began with a debut goal against Hibernian back in January 2022.
And over the course of his time at Celtic, he won five league ******* les, three Scottish Cups and two League Cups.
The most recent of those trophies came last season when he played a key role as Martin O'Neill's side win a league and Scottish Cup double.
He scored nine goals in the last seven games of the campaign, including a spectacular overhead kick in a 3-1 derby win at Paradise and a goal on the last day of the league season against Hearts as the Hoops sealed an incredible double.
#league
The 28-year-old ******* anese internationalist made a total of 212 appearances for the Hoops, scoring 79 goals, a tally which began with a debut goal against Hibernian back in January 2022.
And over the course of his time at Celtic, he won five league ******* les, three Scottish Cups and two League Cups.
The most recent of those trophies came last season when he played a key role as Martin O'Neill's side win a league and Scottish Cup double.
He scored nine goals in the last seven games of the campaign, including a spectacular overhead kick in a 3-1 derby win at Paradise and a goal on the last day of the league season against Hearts as the Hoops sealed an incredible double.
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4 days ago
According to at least three sources, everything changed in Philadelphia when first-year president of basketball operations Mike Gansey pulled off the bombshell acquisition of Brown, the 2024 NBA Finals MVP, from the Boston Celtics for George and four future picks — two firsts and two seconds — on July 1, after LeBron James had already announced his decision to leave the Lakers. Before that trade, the 76ers, internally, considered themselves longshots for James. Afterward, though, they were all in. "Now, we've got a pretty interesting roster," said a team source with knowledge of the franchise's pursuit of James, who was speaking after the Brown trade but before James picked Philadelphia.
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4 days ago
Celtic player Camilo Duran poses for pictures at Celtic Park, Glasgow on Thursday 23rd July 2026. Photo Andy Buchanan/Shutterstock
That game will be packed but today's friendly against a lightweight AC Milan side that will be missing multiple top performers, will not be well attended due to the Celtic support once again being frustrated and angry with the club for creating another summer of discontent through their inactivity in transfer market, so far only getting one deal over the line with the £5m signing of Camilo Duran from Qarabag.
That transfer fee has been more than covered by the sale of Luis Palma to Lech Poznan for £3.5m and Maik Nawrocki to RC Lens for £2m. And with Celtic CEO Michael Nicholson in discussions to sign four new players, it looks like the delay could be caused by an instruction to wait for sales of key players like Daizen Maeda and Arne Engels before proceeding with the purchases Martin O'Neill needs this week.
Maeda should compete his move to Ipswich Town today and that could result in Kasper Hogh from Bodo Glimt coming to Celtic early next week, fingers crossed anyway.
Meanwhile Celtic are haggling over a few hundred grand which is frustrating the move for German midfielder Mika Baur with SC Paderborn resisting the latest Celtic lowballing attempt for their player who has already agreed personal terms with the Scottish Champions and wants the move to happen.
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That game will be packed but today's friendly against a lightweight AC Milan side that will be missing multiple top performers, will not be well attended due to the Celtic support once again being frustrated and angry with the club for creating another summer of discontent through their inactivity in transfer market, so far only getting one deal over the line with the £5m signing of Camilo Duran from Qarabag.
That transfer fee has been more than covered by the sale of Luis Palma to Lech Poznan for £3.5m and Maik Nawrocki to RC Lens for £2m. And with Celtic CEO Michael Nicholson in discussions to sign four new players, it looks like the delay could be caused by an instruction to wait for sales of key players like Daizen Maeda and Arne Engels before proceeding with the purchases Martin O'Neill needs this week.
Maeda should compete his move to Ipswich Town today and that could result in Kasper Hogh from Bodo Glimt coming to Celtic early next week, fingers crossed anyway.
Meanwhile Celtic are haggling over a few hundred grand which is frustrating the move for German midfielder Mika Baur with SC Paderborn resisting the latest Celtic lowballing attempt for their player who has already agreed personal terms with the Scottish Champions and wants the move to happen.
#week
4 days ago
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Celtic host AC Milan on Saturday in a preseason friendly game in Glasgow, Scotland.
The Scottish champions, who ****** ed the ****** le from Hearts on a memorable final day of last season, have already played three warm-up games ahead of the start of 2026/27, most recently drawing with EFL Championship side Middlesbrough.
AC Milan, now coached by former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, are at the beginning of their preseason preparations. They have games to come against city rivals Inter, Chelsea, and Amorim's former club before they start their Serie A campaign against Torino on August 23.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the weekly schedule.
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Celtic host AC Milan on Saturday in a preseason friendly game in Glasgow, Scotland.
The Scottish champions, who ****** ed the ****** le from Hearts on a memorable final day of last season, have already played three warm-up games ahead of the start of 2026/27, most recently drawing with EFL Championship side Middlesbrough.
AC Milan, now coached by former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, are at the beginning of their preseason preparations. They have games to come against city rivals Inter, Chelsea, and Amorim's former club before they start their Serie A campaign against Torino on August 23.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the weekly schedule.
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4 days ago
Celtic consider move for Serie A winger as former Rangers captain has talks with MLS club...
Celtic forward Daizen Maeda has completed a medical at Ipswich Town before a prospective switch to the Premier League. Sky Sports
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton says the decision to seel Daizen Maeda before their Champions League qualifier tie is "utter baffling" and describes the reported free of £8m - rising to £10m as "buttons". Daily Record - subscription required
Celtic are exploring a deal to sign Lazio winger Matteo Cancellieri as Maeda's replacement. Football Insider
Bodo/Glimt want £8m for striker Kasper Hogh, while Paderborn will also hold out for big money for midfielder Mika Baur, both of whom have been linked with Celtic. Daily Record
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Celtic forward Daizen Maeda has completed a medical at Ipswich Town before a prospective switch to the Premier League. Sky Sports
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton says the decision to seel Daizen Maeda before their Champions League qualifier tie is "utter baffling" and describes the reported free of £8m - rising to £10m as "buttons". Daily Record - subscription required
Celtic are exploring a deal to sign Lazio winger Matteo Cancellieri as Maeda's replacement. Football Insider
Bodo/Glimt want £8m for striker Kasper Hogh, while Paderborn will also hold out for big money for midfielder Mika Baur, both of whom have been linked with Celtic. Daily Record
#maeda #league #striker
5 days ago
LeBron James is on the Philadelphia 76ers. That's going to take some time getting used to typing out. The 41-year-old made his long-awaited free agency announcement on Friday morning. The last big domino fell in this summer's NBA offseason. He signed a two-year, $8 million contract.
Spending over three weeks to make his decision, James picked the one NBA team that most probably spent the least amount of time talking about. The Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat dominated most of the discourse, but they finished just short of landing the 22-time NBA All-Star.
So let me check my notes. We have James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey on the same team? Wow. Two former MVP winners, an NBA Finals MVP and a 30-point scorer. That's some star-studded stuff that rivals your typical All-NBA team. Talk about a summer for Philadelphia — who flipped Paul George for those two.
The Sixers have catapulted their way to the top of the leaderboard in the East. But what does James' decision mean for the Oklahoma City Thunder? Probably not a lot. At least not until next June at the earliest.
This has been one of the NBA's most blockbuster summers. It's the type of frantic movement that Shams Charania teased for last year. Of the two conferences, the East has seen the most shake-up. The New York Knicks are the reigning NBA champions. In response, the Miami Heat acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo. Brown went from the Boston Celtics to the Sixers. Now, James joins him in Philadelphia.
#Miami #brown #east
Spending over three weeks to make his decision, James picked the one NBA team that most probably spent the least amount of time talking about. The Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat dominated most of the discourse, but they finished just short of landing the 22-time NBA All-Star.
So let me check my notes. We have James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey on the same team? Wow. Two former MVP winners, an NBA Finals MVP and a 30-point scorer. That's some star-studded stuff that rivals your typical All-NBA team. Talk about a summer for Philadelphia — who flipped Paul George for those two.
The Sixers have catapulted their way to the top of the leaderboard in the East. But what does James' decision mean for the Oklahoma City Thunder? Probably not a lot. At least not until next June at the earliest.
This has been one of the NBA's most blockbuster summers. It's the type of frantic movement that Shams Charania teased for last year. Of the two conferences, the East has seen the most shake-up. The New York Knicks are the reigning NBA champions. In response, the Miami Heat acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo. Brown went from the Boston Celtics to the Sixers. Now, James joins him in Philadelphia.
#Miami #brown #east
5 days ago
The City of Bron-erly Love has welcomed a new superstar.
The basketball world was holding their breath all summer until Friday, July 24 when LeBron James announced that he is joining the Philadelphia 76ers.
The four-time NBA champion and league's all-time leading scorer was reportedly deciding between Philadelphia, joining Stephen Curry on the Golden State Warriors, a return to the Miami Heat or a comeback to his hometown team, the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Besides the sports world expressing their excitement, Philadelphia rejoiced at the news. The future Hall of Famer will join former NBA MVP Joel Embiid and 2024 NBA Finals champion Jaylen Brown, who was shockingly traded from the Boston Celtics earlier in the month.
More: 7 biggest winners and losers from LeBron James joining the 76ers
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The basketball world was holding their breath all summer until Friday, July 24 when LeBron James announced that he is joining the Philadelphia 76ers.
The four-time NBA champion and league's all-time leading scorer was reportedly deciding between Philadelphia, joining Stephen Curry on the Golden State Warriors, a return to the Miami Heat or a comeback to his hometown team, the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Besides the sports world expressing their excitement, Philadelphia rejoiced at the news. The future Hall of Famer will join former NBA MVP Joel Embiid and 2024 NBA Finals champion Jaylen Brown, who was shockingly traded from the Boston Celtics earlier in the month.
More: 7 biggest winners and losers from LeBron James joining the 76ers
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5 days ago
The Boston Celtics have not had a fun offseason. To start July, they traded star guard Jaylen Brown, who was once the longest-tenured Celtic, to the rival Philadelphia 76ers for veteran wing Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks. Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens implied that the flexibility provided by that move would be more apparent in the future, but, at present, the blockbuster trade has left a sour taste in the mouths of many Celtics fans who are hungry for another ******* le.
Then, on Friday morning, ESPN insider Shams Charania broke the news everybody had been waiting for, reporting that four-time MVP LeBron James opted to take his talents to The City of Brotherly Love via a two-year, $8 million contract. James, a former member of the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers, has played for some of the Celtics' biggest rivals. He's even burned the C's in the playoffs before, albeit not in the last several years.
His return to the Eastern Conference could reignite that distaste for Boston, and maybe even vault the Sixers into championship contender status. If so, is Stevens partially responsible?
Stevens knew the risk of sending Brown to a rival, in-division team like the 76ers. And he also knew that James was a free agent, as the 22-time All-Star announced his plans to leave the Lakers on Tuesday, June 30.
The very next day, Brown was sent packing to Philly. Stevens told reporters that he lost sleep over the deal, yet he still pulled the trigger when the time came.
#celtics #stevens #james #boston
Then, on Friday morning, ESPN insider Shams Charania broke the news everybody had been waiting for, reporting that four-time MVP LeBron James opted to take his talents to The City of Brotherly Love via a two-year, $8 million contract. James, a former member of the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers, has played for some of the Celtics' biggest rivals. He's even burned the C's in the playoffs before, albeit not in the last several years.
His return to the Eastern Conference could reignite that distaste for Boston, and maybe even vault the Sixers into championship contender status. If so, is Stevens partially responsible?
Stevens knew the risk of sending Brown to a rival, in-division team like the 76ers. And he also knew that James was a free agent, as the 22-time All-Star announced his plans to leave the Lakers on Tuesday, June 30.
The very next day, Brown was sent packing to Philly. Stevens told reporters that he lost sleep over the deal, yet he still pulled the trigger when the time came.
#celtics #stevens #james #boston
5 days ago
Veteran shooting guard Bradley Beal has been tied to the Boston Celtics as a potential landing spot this offseason. A childhood friend of star Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, it is no secret that the St. Louis native would not be upset about a chance to play with his fellow Chaminade alum, and Boston does happen to have an open roster spot.
But the fit is not a great one from a stylistic point of view, nor from the age curve of a ball club with a lot of young wings needing run to develop. Add in the fact that the Celtics have almost no cap ***** e to work with while remaining below the tax, and you can see how this might not be the match made in heaven it could seem at first glance.
The hosts of the "How Bout Them Celtics!" podcast, Jack Simone and Sam LaFrance, took a closer look at this rumor on a recent episode of their show. Check it out below!
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But the fit is not a great one from a stylistic point of view, nor from the age curve of a ball club with a lot of young wings needing run to develop. Add in the fact that the Celtics have almost no cap ***** e to work with while remaining below the tax, and you can see how this might not be the match made in heaven it could seem at first glance.
The hosts of the "How Bout Them Celtics!" podcast, Jack Simone and Sam LaFrance, took a closer look at this rumor on a recent episode of their show. Check it out below!
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
Blue Wire: https://tiny.ee/CdKp
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5 days ago
The Boston Celtics Las Vegas Summer League team was better than you think. Or at least that is the point of view of the hosts of the "First to the Floor" podcast, Jake Issenberg, Ben Vallis, and Wayne Spooney, who took some time on a recent episode of their show to take a look back at the Sin City Celtics and what they managed to put together in the NBA's annual summer exhibition series.
They get into the pleasant surprises of rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell, as well as the bigger role taken on by second-year forward Hugo Gonzalez. They even get into some of the deeper cuts of the unsigned standouts with the Summer Celtics.
Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say about why this version of the Sin City Celtics was better than their final record might have made you think.
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
Blue Wire: https://tiny.ee/CdKp
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They get into the pleasant surprises of rookies Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell, as well as the bigger role taken on by second-year forward Hugo Gonzalez. They even get into some of the deeper cuts of the unsigned standouts with the Summer Celtics.
Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say about why this version of the Sin City Celtics was better than their final record might have made you think.
Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on:
Blue Wire: https://tiny.ee/CdKp
#celtics
5 days ago
The LeBron James free agency frenzy finally concluded on Friday.
The 41-year-old future Hall-of-Famer announced on social media that he is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers, where he'll join former MVP Joel Embiid and perennial All-Stars Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown, who the team acquired from the Celtics earlier this month.
That forms a pretty strong core in the City of Brotherly Love, and former NBA star Vince Carter — a Hall of Famer in his own right — doesn't think the league is ready for it.
"That's cheating," Carter said of Philadelphia adding James on "Cousins with Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady. "That's cheating if he goes there, because he doesn't have to do much to still be him. Now, your fifth starter has to guard (one of the 76ers' other stars)."
Despite his age, James remains a productive player. In 60 regular-season appearances last season, he averaged 33.2 minutes along with 20.9 points, 7.2 ******* ists and 6.1 rebounds. Now, with a strong supporting cast around him, Carter is putting the league on notice.
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The 41-year-old future Hall-of-Famer announced on social media that he is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers, where he'll join former MVP Joel Embiid and perennial All-Stars Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown, who the team acquired from the Celtics earlier this month.
That forms a pretty strong core in the City of Brotherly Love, and former NBA star Vince Carter — a Hall of Famer in his own right — doesn't think the league is ready for it.
"That's cheating," Carter said of Philadelphia adding James on "Cousins with Vince Carter & Tracy McGrady. "That's cheating if he goes there, because he doesn't have to do much to still be him. Now, your fifth starter has to guard (one of the 76ers' other stars)."
Despite his age, James remains a productive player. In 60 regular-season appearances last season, he averaged 33.2 minutes along with 20.9 points, 7.2 ******* ists and 6.1 rebounds. Now, with a strong supporting cast around him, Carter is putting the league on notice.
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