Regarding the tanking aspect, however, head coach Joe Mazzulla didn't even want to bring that up, saying that he doesn't pay attention to it and that he has a responsibility to the fans in Boston and the players in Boston to go out every single night and do his best job to ensure the team has a chance to win.

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating an apparent close call at Boston's Logan Airport Thursday involving a Delta Air Lines flight that was landing and a Cape Air plane that was taking off.

Those paying attention at a downtown Boston public safety summit may have noticed a game of musical chairs among the panelists that largely involved Frank Baker, a city council candidate who abruptly left his seat about 45 minutes into the event.

The former Celtics big man will have to work his way into Portland’s rotation. The Blazers have leaned on Donovan Clingan as their starter thus far, with Duop Reath and first-round pick Yang Hansen coming off the bench. It’s unclear how Williams fits in the front court, but getting him back on the court is still a positive sign.

Mayor Michelle Wu announced a new partnership between the Boston Foundation and the city to help with the SNAP benefits crisis.

A top Wu administration official indicated the city may be moving away from its harm reduction strategy as residents and politicians from Boston neighborhoods hurt by the Mass and Cass drug market spillover push for a long-term recovery solution.

And for today's article, we will continue with the sixth of 14 people to wear the No. 42, Boston forward alum Dave Popson. After ending his college career at UNC, Popson was picked up with the 88th overall selection of the 1987 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons.

Downpours and gusty winds are expected in much of Massachusetts, including the Boston area, on Thursday, though the stormy conditions are expected to move out in time for children to trick-or-treat Friday on Halloween. The WBZ Weather Team is highlighting Thursday evening and overnight with a NEXT Weather Alert.