Celtics, Xavier Tillman
Should we be worried about Xavier Tillman Sr.'s health to start the Boston Celtics season?
Backup big man Luke Kornet and reserve forward Xavier Tillman Sr. both had minor surgery in the offseason, with the status of the latter the focus of a recent deep dive by CLNS Media's Noa Dalzell and Bobby Manning. The pair took a closer look at what we know about his health heading into the season, as well as general media day reactions.
Celtics vet Al Horford on why Xavier Tillman Sr. is a great fit in Boston
When the Boston Celtics inked Xavier Tillman Sr. to a two-year deal this summer, it was a vote of confidence in the defensive forward's ability to fill a role for the team's future. Boston traded for Tillman at the NBA trade deadline a few months before,
Xavier Tillman’s Health and General Observations From Day 1 of Celtics Camp
Bobby Manning and Noa Dalzell discuss Xavier Tillman's return after receiving surgery, and how he could fit into the Celtics rotation.
Celtics' Xavier Tillman: Good to go for camp
Stevens did not specify which knee it was, but the good news is that the issue is apparently behind Tillman. With Kristaps Porzingis (foot) sidelined to begin the season, Tillman will have an opportunity to earn some rotation minutes early on.
For vet Celtics forward Al Horford, retiring after winning a title was never an option
Horford explained his choice to not retire for another year to pursue the second back-to-back title of his life after doing so with the Gators.
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Luke Kornet, Xavier Tillman had offseason surgery
On Celtics Media Day, Brad Stevens revealed that two Celtics’ rotation bigs — Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman — had surgery ...
Nine takeaways from Celtics training camp ahead of preseason opener
From exhausting Joe Mazzulla practice plans to a few notable injury updates, here are nine takeaways from the opening week of ...
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Kristaps Porzingis Recovering Well From Surgery but No Timeline for Return
Kristaps Porzingis said he'll return from surgery sometime in December while his backups Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman have ...
Celtics key reserves explain decisions to re-sign with Boston
The Celtics needed to shore up their big man depth with Kristaps Porzingis sidelined for the opening months of the season.
Brad Stevens reveals two key Celtics reserves had offseason surgeries
During Celtics media day Tuesday, president of basketball operations Brad Stevens announced forward Xavier Tillman and center ...
Celtics Run It Back in What Could Be Their Last Chance at Another Title
BOSTON—The last dance?Nah.Well … maybe. The Boston Celtics officially opened training camp on Tuesday—Boston and the Denver ...
4 key takeaways from Day 1 of Celtics training camp
The Celtics became the first team in the NBA to kick off training camp officially on Wednesday ahead of their preseason trip ...
Kristaps Porzingis progressing as Celtics prepare for training camp, title defense
By all indications, Porzingis only had optimistic words Tuesday at Celtics Media Day. He shed some light on the rehab process ...
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Overreacting to the first look at a Celtics scrimmage
We are just two days into Celtics training camp, and the excitement for this team is palpable. I’ve found myself refreshing ...