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“NBA 2K24” fails to meet expectations

“NBA 2K24” fails to meet expectations

(Photo courtesy of Steam) “Cover for 2k24’s special edition dedicated to the late Kobe Bryant.” Shaan Baid Connector Staff NBA 2K24 was released on September 8, 2023, for Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The game was developed by Visual Concepts and published by 2K. NBA Hall

Celtics crush Bulls 129-112 to extend win streak to seven games

(Photo Courtesy of X) “Luke Kornet celebrates against the Bulls” Shaan Baid Connector Staff The Boston Celtics picked up right where they left off before the All-Star break. Boston demolished the Chicago Bulls 129-112 on Thursday night in their first game since the break. With this win, Boston extends its winning streak to seven games

Damian Lillard looking to leave Portland

(Photo Courtesy of  Yahoo Sports) “Damian Lillard looking to leave Portland” Zion Depradine Connector Contributor On July 1st, 2023, Damian Lillard, an 11-year-old veteran of The Portland Trail Blazers requested a trade. He spent many years with the organization, taking them to the playoffs every year since he was drafted except for the previous NBA

Celtics in a slump, 7-6 since the All-Star break

(Photo courtesy of Celticsblog.com) “Forward Jayson Tatum and guard Jaylen Brown upset during game.” Shaan Baid Connector Staff After a very promising start, the Boston Celtics are starting to look a lot like the early 2021 Celtics team. At one point, the Celtics had the best record in basketball. Now, the team is barely holding

Celtics head coach Ime Udoka suspended for entirety of the 2022-2023 season

(Photo courtesy of Blazersedge.com) “Head coach Ime Udoka of the Boston Celtics.” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor Catastrophe has struck the Boston Celtics after recent allegations have surfaced accusing head coach Ime Udoka of violating the team’s code of conduct. Udoka has been a prominent figure in the NBA, previously gaining reputation from his eight years

Boston Celtics clinch the Playoffs as third seed in the Eastern Conference

(Photo courtesy Sandiegouniontribune.com) Celtics’ Jayson Tatum dunks next to Pacers’ Buddy Hield Matt Micale Connector Editor The Boston Celtics have been on a roll since the start of the new year. As of now, they sit at the third seed in the Eastern Conference with a record of 48-30. They sit only a game and a

Boston Celtics Recap

(Photo courtesy of ESPN) The logo for the Boston Celtics Andrew Wilcox Connector Editor The Boston Celtics continue their hot streak in the season, going 4-1 over their last five games and coming out with a combined record of 42-28. The Celtics began their latest streak of basketball with a game against their divisional opponent,

The Celtics lose to the Lakers in close battle 96-95, Saturday January 30th

(Photo courtesy of wcvb.com) Jayson Tatum defending Lebron James during the game’s second half. Emmanuel Idehen-Ovabor Connector Staff For any basketball fan, the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers has been a staple rivalry. From the battles in the 1960s to their clashes in the 2008 and 2010 NBA championships, both teams have a