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President Trump sounds off on college football, the NBA, and why Bill Belichick would make a good military general

The NBA announces finalists for end-of-season awards

Celtics guard Marcus Smart speaks with forward Jaylen Brown.

Jaylen Brown called Marcus Smart the best defensive player in the NBA

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, speaks about the coronavirus in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House, Friday, April 17, 2020, in Washington.

Dr. Anthony Fauci: 'Bob Cousy was my absolute hero' August 8, 2020 | 4:41 PM

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons grabs a rebound.

76ers announce that All-Star Ben Simmons needs knee surgery August 8, 2020 | 2:38 PM

Celtics build 40-point lead, roll past Raptors 122-100 August 8, 2020 | 12:06 AM

Nets, Magic grab last two NBA playoff spots in the East August 7, 2020 | 10:31 PM

Rapper, Lil Wayne is seen as virtual fan during the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Oklahoma City Thunder at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex.

Chad Finn: Regarding that fake crowd noise at sports events, some are doing it better than others August 6, 2020 | 12:56 PM

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 05: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers kneels during the national anthem prior to the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 05, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

LeBron James says NBA community doesn't care whether Trump is watching August 6, 2020 | 7:20 AM

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 04: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket against Jae Crowder #99 of the Miami Heat in the second half of an NBA game at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 4, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kim Klement - Pool/Getty Images)

Film review: How Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are playing off each other August 6, 2020 | 7:05 AM

Jayson Tatum shoots against Portland's Mario Hezonja.

NBA releases testing results: No players confirmed positive August 5, 2020 | 4:27 PM

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 04: Bam Adebayo #13 of the Miami Heat reacts after scoring a basket and drawing a foul in the second half of an NBA game at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 4, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kim Klement - Pool/Getty Images)

4 takeaways from the Celtics' loss to the Heat August 5, 2020 | 9:50 AM

Marcus Smart heads to the basket past Milwaukee Bucks' Sterling Brown.

Marcus Smart fined $15,000 August 1, 2020 | 7:57 PM

Kevin Garnett celebrates after winning the 2008 NBA championship with the Celtics.

Paul Pierce and Kendrick Perkins recall having different reactions to Kevin the Garnett trade August 1, 2020 | 4:36 PM

Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck (right) stands with his wife, Emilia Fazzalari, and good friend, Bucks co-owner Wes Edens.

Wyc Grousbeck and Bucks' Wes Edens don’t let competition hurt friendship August 1, 2020 | 9:34 AM

The Arena at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Disney World has been turned into a made-for-television stage that will host the NBA Finals and conference finals.

What Celtics coverage will look like during the NBA's restart July 31, 2020 | 3:12 PM

Players, coaches kneel before NBA's re-opening night July 31, 2020 | 1:01 AM

Jaylen Brown was on the wrong end of a non-call in the Celtics' loss on Thursday.

4 things to know about the Celtics right now July 29, 2020 | 8:35 AM

New Knicks President Leon Rose conducted a long search before settling on Tom Thibodeau.

Knicks are reportedly making Tom Thibodeau their next head coach July 25, 2020 | 3:10 PM

Kevin Garnett, a finalist for the 2020 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, speaks during a ceremony announcing the finalists at the United Center on Friday in Chicago.

Kevin Garnett is hoping to buy the Minnesota Timberwolves July 21, 2020 | 10:20 PM

Brad Stevens

NBA going with shorter games for Disney exhibition openers July 18, 2020 | 1:22 PM

NBA says races for the season's individual awards are over July 17, 2020 | 8:06 PM

Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson leaves Pelicans, NBA bubble for 'family medical matter' July 16, 2020 | 10:32 PM

This photo provided by Jacob Diamond shows the second bedroom inside Magic equipment manager Jacob Diamond’s suite at the team hotel on the Disney complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

What life is like for players inside the NBA bubble July 15, 2020 | 8:38 PM

Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN

What to make of ESPN reporter Adrian Wojnarowski's exchange with Josh Hawley July 15, 2020 | 4:27 PM

Houston Rockets' Russell Westbrook (0) brings the ball up the court against the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, March 5, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Russell Westbrook says he tested positive for the coronavirus July 13, 2020 | 1:56 PM

Rajon Rondo

Rajon Rondo breaks thumb in practice, out 6-8 weeks July 13, 2020 | 2:40 AM

Celtics head coach Brad Stevens instructs his team as forward Jayson Tatum waits to inbound the ball.

Brad Stevens, Celtics players share what life is like inside the NBA's bubble July 11, 2020 | 8:34 PM

Jaylen Brown doesn't plan to be on Instagram for the time being.

Jaylen Brown explained why he deactivated his Instagram account July 11, 2020 | 4:18 PM

Celtics head coach Brad Stevens hopes Kemba Walker is ready to play without a minutes restriction for the playoffs.

Brad Stevens said Kemba Walker will likely be on a minutes restriction when the season resumes July 11, 2020 | 4:15 PM

Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN

Adrian Wojnarowski, ESPN apologize after reporter's profane email to Sen. Josh Hawley July 11, 2020 | 8:22 AM

Bradley Beal not playing rest of NBA season due to injury July 7, 2020 | 12:07 PM

Longtime Celtics writer Steve Bulpett part of latest round of Boston Herald layoffs July 1, 2020 | 12:41 PM