Jeff Goodman: Brad Stevens is the biggest draw for free agents to Celtics

BOSTON – The final horn sounded and for the second time in three years, the Celtics faithful saw their team’s season end at the TD Garden at the hands of the Cleveland Cavaliers. But this was different. Two years ago, the Celtics were just lucky to be on the floor with the Cavaliers who had no problem sweeping them out of the postseason. This time, things were different. Cleveland had their way with Boston, but had to work harder – much harder – than they did a couple years ago. And that more than anything else, is clear and undeniable evidence that the Celtics are on the come-up even after their season ended with a 135-102 Game 5 drubbing. They lost the series four games to one, most of which

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Warriors’ JaVale McGee sued by former landlord, agrees to pay $9,350 in ‘cat-related fees’

Let’s explain by using a practical example involving Golden State Warriors big man JaVale McGee. According to a report by Patrick Redford over at Deadspin, McGee was not allowed to keep his cat, Raja, in his apartment when he was a member of the Dallas Mavericks. All in all, he agreed to pay for all the late and unpaid rent he owed, $12,000 in repairs, as well as $9,350 in cat-related fees.

Richard Sherman says report of any rift with Russell Wilson is 'nonsense'

A couple of prominent Seahawks, including Richard Sherman, denied that there's anything to the story that there's a rift between some defensive players and Russell Wilson.