Chris Forsberg
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Robert Williams Again Proves Why He's an Energy-Shifter for Celtics
Robert Williams was a force on both ends in Saturday’s win over the Spurs. Our Chris Forsberg shares some numbers that highlight Time Lord’s outsized impact on winning and make the case for the dynamic center shifting into the Celtics’ starting lineup. → Read More
Forsberg: Celtics Have a Chance to Make Statement on West Coast Trip
The Celtics’ toughest test of the season awaits with a four-game West Coast swing that includes clashes with the Suns and Warriors. Chris Forsberg previews the road trip and lays out what’s at stake for Jayson Tatum and Co. → Read More
Forsberg: Celtics Are United by a Common Goal, and It's Showing in Their Chemistry
The Celtics proved a lot about themselves Monday night — not just by digging out of a 15-point deficit, but by the way they rallied around Marcus Smart after his series of winning plays, writes Chris Forsberg. → Read More
Forsberg: Defense Could Be Key to Jayson Tatum's MVP Chances
Jayson Tatum isn’t just a one-way superstar. After watching Tatum lock up Grizzlies star Ja Morant on Monday, Chris Forsberg explains how Tatum’s defensive prowess could vault him even higher in the race for NBA MVP. → Read More
What Can Celtics Do With Danilo Gallinari Disabled Player Exception?
The Celtics picked up another asset Monday in the form of a disabled player exception for Danilo Gallinari. Chris Forsberg breaks down everything you need to know about the DPE and how Boston might deploy it. → Read More
Sam Hauser Proves Why He's Crucial to Celtics' Success in Win Over Knicks
After Sam Hauser’s career night in New York, Chris Forsberg details how the second-year sharpshooter can play a real role in the Celtics’ success, both in the short term and long term. → Read More
Forsberg: Assessing the Fallout of Ime Udoka Joining the Rival Nets
With suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka reportedly set to become the Nets’ new head coach, Chris Forsberg breaks down what the surprising development means for Boston and its always-intertwined rival. → Read More
Forsberg: Have the Celtics Finally Solved Their Bench Issues?
Secondary scoring was the Celtics’ Achilles heel last season, but as Chris Forsberg writes, Boston’s bench looks like it could be a difference-maker this season — with Malcolm Brogdon leading the charge. → Read More
Forsberg: An Unlikely Contributor Could Be a Key Factor in Celtics' Frontcourt
Luke Kornet has plenty of skill, as evidenced by Brad Stevens liking his game on social media. As Chris Forsberg writes, the Celtics could sure use him in their depleted frontcourt. → Read More
Forsberg: Jaylen Brown, Celtics Make Clear Statement With Opening-Night Win Over 76ers
The Celtics did a lot of good things on the court in their season-opening win over the Sixers. But it was what Jaylen Brown said after the game that has Chris Forsberg encouraged about Boston’s mindset entering the new campaign. → Read More
Forsberg: Can Jaylen Brown Lift the Celtics to New Heights This Season?
From grueling underwater workouts to swirling trade rumors, Jaylen Brown had an unconventional offseason. But as Chris Forsberg notes in his 2022-23 season preview, the Celtics star appears hell-bent on driving Boston to Banner 18. → Read More
Celtics Mailbag: Will a Grant Williams Contract Extension Get Done?
Should the Celtics give Grant Williams an extension before next week’s deadline? And what might that deal look like? Chris Forsberg talks contracts, potential roster moves and more in a brand-new Celtics Mailbag. → Read More
‘Nothing Else Matters': Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown on Bringing Banner 18 to Boston
In an exclusive interview with our Chris Forsberg, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown expressed an appreciation for all that theyve been through together and suggested they are fueled now by the potential of what they can still accomplish. → Read More
Celtics Mailbag: Teammates Think Sam Hauser Could Surprise This Season
The Celtics’ hype train is back on track, folks. Chris Forsberg opens his mailbag after Boston’s preseason-opening victory over the Hornets to discuss Sam Hauser’s potential, a locked-in Jaylen Brown and much more. → Read More
Why Celtics Trust Joe Mazzulla in Interim Head Coach Role After Ime Udoka Suspension
With Joe Mazzulla replacing Ime Udoka as the Celtics’ interim head coach, our Chris Forsberg explains why Boston’s coaching staff and players hold the C’s assistant in very high regard. → Read More
No Udoka? No Time Lord? Celtics' Offseason Filled With Optimism Ends in Uncertainty
Between the Kevin Durant trade rumors, Robert Williams’ injury and a report of a possible suspension for head coach Ime Udoka, the Celtics aren’t exactly on stable footing entering next week’s training camp, writes Chris Forsberg. → Read More
Celtics Mailbag: Could Luke Kornet Play a Bigger Role for the Celtics This Season?
Who is capable of eating up big-man minutes this season with Danilo Gallinari sidelined? Who could open some eyes ahead of the season opener? Our Chris Forsberg cleans out his Celtics Mailbag with training camp fast approaching. → Read More
Celtics Mailbag: Sign Carmelo Anthony, Or Give Sam Hauser a Shot?
Should the Celtics consider giving Sam Hauser a chance rather than rushing to sign Carmelo Anthony? How will the team ensure Robert Williams stays on the court? Chris Forsberg answers those questions in his latest mailbag. → Read More
With Donovan Mitchell Now a Cavalier, the Celtics Find Themselves in a Loaded East
With Donovan Mitchell now a Cavalier, the Celtics won’t have many nights “off” trying to navigate their way back to the top of the Eastern Conference, writes our Chris Forsberg. → Read More
How Derrick White Can Be an X-Factor for 2022-23 Celtics
The additions Malcolm Brogdon and Danilo Gallinari grabbed the offseason headlines, but Chris Forsberg urges us not to sleep on Derrick White, who could play a vital role in 2022-23. → Read More