Even with intriguing options on the market, Boston Celtics may let NBA buyout candidates pass by.

Isaiah Thomas takes umbrage with DeMarre Carroll's hard foul.

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In a potential Eastern Conference playoff matchup, the Boston Celtics and Toronto Raptors battled to a 107-97 result, as the Raptors ultimately came out on top with new additions in tow and an all-star resting on their bench.

DeMar DeRozan bested Isaiah Thomas in the battle of league leading scorers, as DeRozan once again came alive against the Celtics, netting a game-high and a career-high 43 points. DeRozan has absolutely torched the Celtics this season, scoring an average of 36 points in three games against the green and white.

An uneventful trade deadline has come and gone and the Celtics get back in action for the first time after the All-Star break. They get Jaylen Brown and perhaps Avery Bradley back from injury, while also getting their first look at Serge Ibaka on the Raptors.

Celtics will look to knock off the Raptors and even up the season series at two games apiece in their fourth and final meeting against Toronto

It has come and passed. The 2017 NBA trade deadline has officially ended, and the Boston Celtics – in the end – remained quiet.

For a second season in a row, Danny Ainge has elected to keep the team the same heading into the NBA’s stretch run, despite the heavy rumors that had been taking place leading up to Thursday’s deadline.

@CLNS_Prescott delivers a roundup of today's trades, as well as a look ahead to Friday's nationally televised game against the Toronto Raptors.

Matt and Jonathan Ignal break down the major implications of Boston failing to make a deal for Jimmy Butler and Paul George, as well as not picking up any minor pieces to assist with the playoff run. Follow us on Twitter: @CLNSRoundtable

The Celtics and Pacers are discussing Paul George and Danny Ainge has finally introduced the Brooklyn Nets pick into the conversation. The Wizards picked up Bogdanovic from Brooklyn, while the Hawks grabbed Ilyasova from Philadelphia to help their run at Boston's 2-seed. The 76ers moved Nerlens Noel out of Conference to Dallas and received Andrew Bogut in a package.

Jonathan Levy, Matt Ignal, and Evan Valenti are joined by Reddit guest, Christian Garcia, who has a big question related to the trade deadline. Reports indicate Celtics will not part with 2017 Nets Pick. Do we buy this? Follow us on Twitter @CLNSRoundtable

As the trade deadline gets closer and closer, the Celtics still are in the best position to bring a Superstar to Boston. 

Evan Valenti sits down with Howard Beck to discuss the challenges of interviewing NBA stars like Kevin Durant and Isaiah Thomas. Follow us on Twitter: @CLNSRoundtable