In a piece penned by Sports Illustrated’s Lee Jenkins, Isaiah Thomas emotionally described his positive feelings towards the city of Boston, while also indicating his less than stellar feelings on Danny Ainge.

Plus, Kyrie Irving appeals to Boston fans, the Celtics end preseason play undefeated with a win over the Charlotte Hornets and the Celtics organization helped raise $100K at the 10th annual Teeing Up For Kids Golf Tournament. 

Thursday Tape Breakdown: Sam Sheehan, Evan Valenti, and Matt Ignal are officially excited for the Celtics after a strong preseason showing.

0:30 Celtics ball-movement is extremely impressive

9:00 Celtics will be nightmares in transition

11:15 Jayson Tatum impresses on defense against Hornets

20:30 Are Celtics better than we thought?

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Day 19 of the Boston Celtics Newsfeed's 30-day preview series leading up to opening night of the 2017-18 NBA season.

Today, CLNS Newsfeed Manager Mike Walsh speaks with CLNS Celtics Editor at Large Cory Prescott about Carmelo Anthony's departure, the Phil Jackson disaster, Kristaps Porzingis' future with rookie point guard Frank Ntilikina and the New York Knicks.

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Wednesday Analytics: Jonathan Levy, Matt Ignal, and Sam Sheehan preview the Celtics defense and talk about some defensive metrics.

0:30 What are the best defensive metrics to evaluate teams and players?

3:45 Why do Avery Bradley’s advanced defensive numbers not match the eye test?

9:30 Who are the best defenders on the Celtics?

11:30 Should the Celtics extend Marcus Smart?

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The Celtics rolled to 3-0 in the preseason with a home win over Philadelphia, despite Gordon Hayward, Kyrie Irving, Al Horford and Marcus Morris sitting to rest. Boston did lose Aron Baynes to a hyperextended knee during the game.

Day 18 of the Boston Celtics Newsfeed's 30-day preview series leading up to opening night of the 2017-18 NBA season.

Today, CLNS Newsfeed Manager Mike Walsh speaks with CLNS Media contributor Nick Cherico about Jayson Tatum vs. Josh Jackson, Devin Booker's future and a relatively quiet offseason for the Phoenix Suns.

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Tuesday Tirades: Zaire, Evan Valenti, and Matt Ignal review the Celtics preseason victory over the Sixers.

0:30 What strides has Terry Rozier made over the summer?

9:00 Celtics rebounding improved this year?

13:30 How has Jaylen Brown looked in preseason?

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Tonight's preseason game will be one light on star power. The Celtics will rest Kyrie Irving, Gordon Hayward, Al Horford and Marcus Morris, while Philadelphia's Joel Embiid will also be on the sidelines.

Injuries could force Lonzo Ball and Rajon Rondo to miss time.

Adam Silver considering more wholesale changes to the NBA.

The Boston Celtics win their 2nd game of the pre-season, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 110-102. Boston has signed undrafted Daniel Dixon.

Monday Mailbag: Evan Valenti, Lucky’s Pipe, Sam Sheehan, and Jon Ignal look at the Gary Harris extension and speculate about Marcus Smart’s next contract

0:45 What is a fair deal for Marcus Smart?

6:30 How does other team’s cap space affect negotiations?

14:45 The Celtics starting lineup looks awesome

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