Jack Simone

Boston

NBA Journalist at Freelance

Celtics Writer at Celtics Blog

Freelance Writer at FanSided

Editor at USA Today

Celtics reporter: https://t.co/iF9bVokbUW | Co-Host: @HowBoutThemCs podcast (YouTube, Spotify, Apple, etc)

Articles

Josh Giddey problem the Bulls only make worse by extending him

3 days ago | pippenainteasy.com | Jack Simone

Extending Josh Giddey would put the Chicago Bulls in a very dangerous position. If the Chicago Bulls extend Josh Giddey, it will almost force them to build around him, which is a questionable decision if their end goal is to win a championship. Giddey’s play style doesn’t mesh well with other ball-dominant stars, meaning he would likely have to be the primary option in Chicago if the Bulls hand him a rich extension.
Every Celtics trade rumor out there is ignoring one massive Brad Stevens truth

4 days ago | hardwoodhoudini.com | Jack Simone

Brad Stevens and the Boston Celtics don't let their trade plans slip through the cracks. For all the speculation and chatter going on about potential Boston Celtics trades, it’s impossible to predict what Brad Stevens will do. Throughout his tenure as the President of Basketball Operations in Boston, Stevens has done a phenomenal job of keeping his cards close to his chest. Very few moves get out before they are completed.
3 Players who may have played their last game for the Celtics

5 days ago | hardwoodhoudini.com | Jack Simone

These three players may not be back in Boston Celtics green next season. The Boston Celtics wrapped up their season in ugly fashion, losing to the New York Knicks in the second round of the playoffs. And to make matters worse, Jayson Tatum ruptured his Achilles in Game 4, meaning he will likely miss most, or all, of next season, leaving the Celtics in limbo.
Jayson Tatum’s injury could give Cavs the excuse they need to run it back

6 days ago | hardwoodhoudini.com | Jack Simone

The injury to Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum could prevent the Cleveland Cavaliers from entering trade chaos this summer. Following an unsightly second-round exit at the hands of the Indiana Pacers, the Cleveland Cavaliers may consider changes this summer, but according to recent speculation, the injury to Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum may impact their offseason plans.
Nets are about to rob the Celtics blind if latesttrade rumors come true

6 days ago | hardwoodhoudini.com | Jack Simone

The Brooklyn Nets could help the Boston Celtics make some important trades this summer, but it will almost certainly come at a cost. The Boston Celtics are going to need to make some significant moves this summer, and a lot of them will involve dumping salary to a third team. Considering how much cap space the Brooklyn Nets are slated to have this offseason—just over $55.7 million—they make the most sense as a consistent partner in trades (if the Celtics can get to them first).
Latest Celtics-Giannis trade buzz just blurred line between fantasy and reality

6 days ago | hardwoodhoudini.com | Jack Simone

ESPN's Brian Windhorst's comments about a potential Boston Celtics trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo just blurred the lines between fantasy and reality. When Brian Windhorst of ESPN mentioned the Boston Celtics in the same breath as a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, it blurred the lines between fantasy and reality. In the world of reality, Windhorst’s words are mere speculation.
Celtics may steal former Lakers prize this summer in potential trade idea

6 days ago | hardwoodhoudini.com | Jack Simone

Based on Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report's list of potential dream trade targets for the Boston Celtics, they could go after Mark Williams, who was once the Los Angeles Lakers' prize. Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report recently compiled a list of ‘dream’ trade targets for every team in the NBA, and he listed Charlotte Hornets big man Mark Williams as one for the Boston Celtics.
Monster 3-team trade idea would solve all of Celtics' problems in one move

6 days ago | hardwoodhoudini.com | Jack Simone

This three-team trade proposed by Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report would solve all of the Boston Celtics' offseason problems. Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report just proposed a monstrous three-team trade for the Boston Celtics to consider this summer, and it looks absolutely insane. The other teams involved are the Brooklyn Nets and Dallas Mavericks, as the deal would see the latter land Jrue Holiday, who Marc Stein of The Stein Line reported they were interested in trading for.
This forward feels built for Celtics basketball and might actually fall to them

6 days ago | hardwoodhoudini.com | Jack Simone

If he falls far enough, St. Joseph's forward Rasheer Fleming could be an ideal pick for the Boston Celtics in the 2025 NBA Draft. As the Boston Celtics consider all their options in the 2025 NBA Draft, St. Joseph’s forward Rasheer Fleming could be a perfect target with one of their two picks (No. 28 and 32). A well-built forward (who could play some center at the pro level), Fleming has been a quick riser up most boards this draft season.
One bold trade idea could erase the Warriors’ Kuminga chaos overnight

6 days ago | bluemanhoop.com | Jack Simone

A swap of Jonathan Kuminga for Keegan Murray could solve all of the Golden State Warriors' problems. All of the Golden State Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga problems could be solved in one fell swoop if they could pull off a trade with the Sacramento Kings to land Keegan Murray. The entire deal hinges on what direction the Kings want to go in this summer, but if they enter a youth movement, this type of deal could make a ton of sense.