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Celtics use off day to visit Boston Children's Hospital

By The Best News Network November 14, 2026

The Boston Celtics are currently on their longest break of the early season, as they haven't played since Wednesday, Nov. 11, when they came back from 22 points in Canada to beat the Toronto Raptors. So, how have they spent their precious time off?

On Friday, many members of the Celtics headed to Boston Children's hospital to visit over 40 patients and their families — an annual tradition that dates back to 2010. Players in attendance included Mike Conley Jr., Sam Hauser, Payton Pritchard, Neemias Queta, Mitchell Robinson, Jayson Tatum, Luka Garza, and more. Celtics owner Bill Chisholm and Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens were also present.

Several Celtics — including Mike Conley Jr., Sam Hauser, Payton Pritchard, Neemias Queta, Mitchell Robinson, Jayson Tatum, and more — spent some time yesterday at Boston Children's Hospital: pic.twitter.com/b1cJSfXwnX

— Daniel Donabedian (@danield1214) November 14, 2026

The players used their day off to stop by the rooms of children receiving care at the hospital and did everything from signing autographs to playing Connect 4. The Celtics have invested more than just time into the world-renowned hospital, too. At the end of October, they announced a gift of more than $200 million to support pediatric care, research, and other initiatives at Boston Children's.

Garza, who arrived in Beantown last year, enjoyed sharing some special moments with those at 300 Longwood Avenue.

“It means a lot, it’s really rewarding for us to be able to engage, see the kids, and see the smiles on their faces,” he said. “A lot of them are C’s fans, so if they don’t get to come to a game, we get to come to them, share laughter, share a moment, and just have fun.”

The 10-2 Celtics will go back to work on Sunday afternoon, when they host the 7-5 Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden.

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