Celtics Beat
571 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 495 ratingsThe longest nonstop Boston Celtics podcast available online or streaming, Celtics Beat is released 52 weeks of the year – with no exceptions. Host Adam Kaufman provides some of the most insightful analysis on all things Boston Celtics and the NBA. And no other podcast covering the Celtics on the web delivers some of the most well-known and respected personalities both in and outside the NBA as Celtics Beat does. New episodes are available for download every Sunday at iTunes and Stitcher. Episodes are also available OnDemand at http://www.clnsmedia.com and the CLNS Mobile App.
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567: Catching up w/ the Maine Celtics w/ Brendan Glasheen
April 10, 2024 21:16 - 57 minutesBrendan Glasheen is the voice of the Maine Celtics. The Maine Celtics ARE ONE WIN AWAY FROM THEIR FIRST G-LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP! And with that the boys welcome on Brendan to chat about the team's amazing season, how the Celtics are building winning habits throughout the organization, and Boston's path to the NBA Finals. Twitter: @BrendanGlasheen 6:55 Maine Celtics crowd looks TREMENDOUS 15:37 How important is winning it all to the players? 27:22 How to handicap players’ chances of getting to N...
566: Is NBA Rooting for Boston Celtics Championship w/ Jared Weiss
April 04, 2024 20:57 - 37 minutesJared Weiss covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for The Athletic. Jared joins the show to discuss the C's dissent into the playoffs, KP's recent play, and Tatum being the American face of the league. Twitter: @JaredWeissNBA 3:24 Celtics clinch NBA’s best record 8:20 Porzingis first full-season is as good as you could hope 15:17 Who should Boston play down the stretch 21:00 Does the NBA want Tatum to win the title? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, April 4th, 2024. ...
565: Does Tatum Trust His Teammates Enough w/ Sam Packard
March 31, 2024 19:28 - 40 minutesSam Packard hosts the "Still Podable" Podcast. Sam makes his Celtics Beat debut to talk about the Boston Celtics struggles at the end of games, why they need to trust Derrick White more, and what Joe Mazzulla is doing to experiment with the last few remaining games. Twitter: @JamPackard 5:34 Celtics still have opportunity to develop better habits 13:55 Boston can’t rest on “turning a switch” 28:21 Joe Mazzulla is still experimenting 34:01 Denver still championship favorites Available for d...
564: Jrue Holiday Injury Looms Large for Celtics w/ Dan Greenberg
March 23, 2024 05:07 - 1 hourDan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to stress about Jrue Holiday's recent shoulder injury, Derrick White's potential extension, and Coach Mazzulla's Coach of the Year case. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 7:47 Best case/worst case scenario’s w/ Jrue 16:33 Payton Pritchard is on a ROLL 46:41 Celtics future gets murky if they don’t win title 51:46 Joe Mazzulla: COY Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. Celtics Beat is...
563: Jaylen Brown is on a HEATER w Brian Barrett
March 15, 2024 23:29 - 44 minutesBrian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" on The Ringer Podcast Network. Brian joins the show to chat about the latest developments with Jaylen Brown, the last leap Jayson Tatum needs to make, and what does Joe Mazzulla have planned for the playoffs. Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett 3:55 Jaylen is playing out of his mind 12:53 Tatum needs to be more comfortable sharing at the end of games 25:30 What is Mazzulla’s curveball? 35:01 Please get this team to the playoffs healthy 38:40 KP’s a sharp dresser Ava...
562:: Who Gets Blame For Late-Game Execution w/ Steve Bulpett
March 11, 2024 01:48 - 34 minutesSteve Bulpett is a Senior NBA Columnist for Heavy Sports. Steve joins the show to dissect the Celtics late-game issues, why Tatum could be Boston's greatest Celtic, and the goals for the C's down the stretch. Twitter: @SteveBHoop 5:58 Late-game execution still an issue 11:30 End-of-game struggles blame go to who 16:42 Tatum could be best Celtic ever 29:13 Boston needs more adversity Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, March 10th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by PrizePic...
561: Celtics Checking ALL Boxes of Champions Past w/ Sean Grande
March 04, 2024 04:01 - 58 minutesSean Grande is the voice of the Celtics for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the program to chat about the team's 50-point blowout over the Warriors in Boston, how impressive this season is, and why the Celtics look like champions. Twitter: @SeanGrandepbp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
560: The Maturation of Jayson Tatum w Jared Weiss
February 25, 2024 19:24 - 50 minutesJared Weiss covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for The Athletic. Jared joins the show to discuss the Celtics win over the New York Knicks, why they're a lock to win the East's regular season crown, and why Jayson Tatum is different this year. Twitter: @JaredWeissNBA 3:43 Should Boston be concerned w/ Knicks? 11:03 Celtics wont lose grip on 1st place 23:49 Tatum transforming into a truly dominant player 38:20 How Joe Mazzulla sees the game Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on F...
559: We are Wasting Time w/ Tatum-MVP Conversation w Dan Greenberg
February 17, 2024 23:53 - 58 minutesDan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to talk about Jayson Tatum's MVP case, Derrick White's awesome season, and Joe Mazzulla's improvement. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 1:54 We are wasting our time with Jayson Tatum MVP talk 14:20 Are the Celtics tempting the Basketball Gods? 22:06 Boston is slightly better than we predicted 30:58 Is Derrick White the solution to late-game struggles? 41:51 Joe Mazzulla has the whole team bought in Available for downl...
558: Should Celtics Have Made Bigger Move w/ Chris Forsberg
February 10, 2024 04:26 - 53 minutesChris Forsberg is a Celtics sideline reporter and in-studio host for NBC Sports Boston. Chris joins the show to discuss Jaylen Brown's upcoming dunk contest appearance, the arrivals of Xavier TIllman and Jaden Springer, and Brad Stevens' team-building strategy. Twitter: @ChrisForsberg_ 2:37 Jaylen entering the dunk contest is good for basketball 13:25 Tillman, Springer fit the bigger part of Celtics puzzle 25:31 Should C’s have made a bigger move? 36:21 Jaylen and Jayson have given the Celti...
557: Celtics SHOULD Retire Smart's Number w/ Gary Washburn
February 06, 2024 04:01 - 1 hourGary Washburn is a Senior NBA Writer for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics' options at the trade deadline, breaking his first major story, and the pro's and con's to retiring Marcus Smart's number. Twitter: @GwashburnGlobe 4:09 Celtics trade options 13:43 Getting information out of Boston’s front office 44:51 Smart’s return to the Garden 47:28 Should the Celtics retire Smart’s number? 59:29 Smart carried KG’s torch Available for download on iTunes and Sp...
556: Are Ultra-Physcial Teams Celtics Kryptonite w/ Ethan Fuller
January 28, 2024 17:07 - 50 minutesEthan Fuller covers all levels of basketball for The Boston Globe. Ethan makes his Celtics Beat debut to go over Boston's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, why the Clippers might provide a blueprint to other teams, and why the C's might get three All Stars. Twitter: @ethman43 4:10 What can you learn in a blowout loss? 9:04 Porzingis is the queen of the chessboard 17:38 Celtics need to lean into defense even more 24:06 Boston picked on Miami over and over 45:05 Upgrading Pritchard a priority...
555: Jaylen Should Get More Opportunities to Take Final Shot Over Tatum w/ Seth Landman
January 20, 2024 23:11 - 33 minutesSeth Landman is a former writer for ESPN Fantasy. Seth joins the program to chat about the Boston Celtics-Denver Nuggets showdown, what we can learn from that game, and a new wrinkle the Celtics should use to close out games. Twitter: @slandman33 3:21 Celtics-Nuggets lived up to billing 10:11 Boston clearly evolving 24:02 Can C’s handle contender’s A-games? 28:08 What stats should we keep our eyes on? Available on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered...
554: Celtics Better Off w/ Mazzulla Over Udoka? w/ Brian Barrett
January 14, 2024 22:06 - 55 minutesBrian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" on The Ringer Podcast Network. Brian joins the program to chat about the Boston Celtics win over the Houston Rockets, whether Joe or Ime is the better coach for this team, and whether the C's home record can remain undefeated with some big games coming up. Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett 2:38 Blowing out the Rockets felt good, admit it 12:38 Celtics have had excellent coaches for 15+ years 17:31 Mazzulla clearly more comfortable this year 39:54 Boston dominant ho...
553: Holiday is the Last Piece of the Puzzle w/ Jared Weiss
January 08, 2024 01:24 - 41 minutesJared Weiss covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for The Athletic. Jared joins the program to discuss how we know Jrue Holiday isn't quite fitting yet, Al Horford's wisdom, and what the Boston Celtics can do at the trade deadline. Twitter: @JaredWeissNBA 4:38 Celtics are ahead of schedule 9:55 Holiday is chaos on defense 23:44 Al Horford gives everyone perspective 29:30 Who can really trip up the Celtics? 36:26 What can the Celtics trade for? Available for download on iTunes and Spoti...
552: Derrick White Fits Better Than Marcus Smart w/ Keith Smith
December 29, 2023 05:45 - 48 minutesKeith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac. Keith joins the show to go over the Celtics nail-bitting win over the Pistons, what lessons Boston can learn from that game, and why Derrick White is just so darn good. Twitter: @KeithSmithNBA 4:35 Celtics found focus in 2nd half vs Pistons 11:48 Worried they had to work hard to beat Detroit? 18:38 Boston comeback provides lessons for future 33:16 Derrick White impacts winning Available on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, December 2...
551: Has Boston Solved the Non-Tatum Minutes w Dan Greenberg
December 23, 2023 02:48 - 53 minutesDan Greenberg covers the Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to chat about the Celtics West Coast trip, the improvements of Jaylen Brown, and why Wyc needs to put his money where his mouth is. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 3:43 Curry still owns the Celtics 15:06 Jaylen is moving the ball much better in December 27:44 Wyc needs to pay the tax to keep White 36:06 C’s can own Boston 45:07 Previewing the LA games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
550: Celtics are Catching Themselves When They Fall w/ Steve Bulpett
December 19, 2023 03:23 - 44 minutesSteve Bulpett is a Senior NBA Columnist for Heavy Sports. Steve joins the program to chat about the toughness the Celtics showed during this most-recent homestand, the difference between this year and last year, and the maturity of Jayson Tatum. Twitter: @SteveBHoop 3:00 Celtics Depth is pretty good 10:00 If the Celtics move the ball they’re unguardable 28:28 Tatum is significantly better at going to the basket 35:03 No Celtic should be on the MVP list this year Available for download on...
549: Tatum Becoming Celtics Dream Player w/ Jared Weiss
December 11, 2023 03:19 - 44 minutesJared Weiss covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for The Athletic. Jared joins the program to talk about the prowess of Derrick White, Boston's defensive-first identity, and how Jayson Tatum is becoming the Celtics ideal player to build around. Twitter: @JaredWeissNBA 2:50 Celtics best 5 clearly NBA’s best right now 8:03 Derrick White is perfect 23:17 Celtics home record meaningless? 28:47 A normal conversation about Jaylen Brown 36:24 Tatum’s playmaking has taken a leap Available for ...
548: An Ode to Celtics Al Horford w/ Dan Greenberg
December 04, 2023 04:22 - 1 hourDan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics for Barstool Sports. Greenie joins the program to chat about the IST, the poor performances from the Jays, and how great Al Horford is playing so far this season. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 4:10 IST gives Celtics a chance to further prove themselves 12:40 Boston has been resilient in recent stretch 20:47 Tatum and Brown need to be better to win the title 33:10 Al Horford continues to impress 44:32 Checking in on old friends Available for download on i...
547: Celtics Depth Passing Early Tests
November 27, 2023 04:52 - 33 minutesAdam and Evan take the show to give thanks to the Boston Celtics, to address the team's depth issues, and to breakdown Jaylen Brown's early performance. 3:11 Thankful for the Celtics 5:11 Top-end talent is allowing depth to thrive 11:41 Has Jaylen taken a step back? 23:24 Celtics chances in the IST Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, November 26th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Bostom and get $150 in bonus bets for any $5 moneyline winne...
546: Celtics Flex in Clutch Time w/ Seth Landman
November 20, 2023 05:06 - 42 minutesSeth Landman is a former writer for ESPN Fantasy. Seth joins the program to chat about the Celtics dominance, the influence of Kristaps Porzingis, and a surprising stat about the non-Jay minutes. Twitter: @slandman33 4:42 Celtics best players have clearly bought in 7:15 Boston much better in clutch minutes this year 12:35 Team continues to thrive in small non-Jay minutes 19:03 You can’t ask much more from Porzingis 30:20 Tatum’s MVP case is tough Available for download on iTunes and Spo...
545: Should the Celtics Stop Staggering the Jay's w/ Brian Robb
November 12, 2023 23:17 - 45 minutesBrian Robb covers the Celtics for MassLive. Brian joins the program to give us the 35,000 ft view of the Celtics 7-2 start, what has him excited about the offense, and some positive surrounding the In-Season Tournament. Twitter: @BrianTRobb 7:13 Celtics are ahead of schedule on both ends 15:26 Mazzulla needs to keep faith in Hauser 25:00 Best non-Tatum lineups 31:30 Chemistry looks positive Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, November 12th, 2023. Celtics Beat is power...
544: Porzingis and White are Unlocking the Celtics Offense w/ Brian Barrett
November 04, 2023 20:01 - 43 minutesBrian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" on The Ringer Podcast Network. Brian joins the program to boast about the Celtics dominance, the importance of Kristaps Porzinigs, and why Boston's offense can't be stopped right now. Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett 4:10 Celtics start in 23-24 > Celtics start in 22-23 10:03 Porzingis’ gravity makes the offense much easier 18:34 Derrick White is the straw that stirs the drink 27:10 Tatum, Celtics newfound post play 35:30 Boston Stock Exchange is really special Av...
543: Celtics Record is Perfect, Team Isn't w/ Seth Landman
October 30, 2023 03:11 - 58 minutesSeth Landman is a former writer for ESPN Fantasy. Seth joins the program to chat about the Boston Celtics hot start, why Kristaps Porzingis is still concerning, and what to make of Joe Mazzulla's rotations. Twitter: @slandman33 7:15 Celtics are closing games against good teams 13:28 Porzingis’ does so much for the offensive spacing 20:11 Does Boston miss Marcus Smart 42:40 Brown could feast on the right opportunities Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, October 29th, 2...
542: Could Celtics Boast Best Offense AND Defense w/ Drew Carter
October 21, 2023 01:57 - 51 minutesDrew Carter is the new play-by-play voice for the Boston Celtics and NBC Sports Boston. Drew joins Adam to talk about the interview/audition process, Mike Gorman's advice to him, and how special this Celtics team can really be. Twitter: @Drewdle25 3:14 Getting the job with the Celtics 21:06 Reactions from the audience 25:39 Advice from Gorman 32:35 …the Celtics are going to be really good Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, October 20th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by ...
541: Celtics Boast Best Top-6 in NBA w/ Jared Weiss
October 14, 2023 02:11 - 56 minutesJared Weiss covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for The Athletic. Jared joins the show to discuss the run Payton Pritchard is on, the greatness of Jrue Holiday, and the new attitude of Joe Mazzulla. Twitter: @JaredWeissNBA 3:11 First impression of Payton Pritchard 15:35 Celtics made all the right moves this summer 19:08 Holiday off the bench would be shocking 28:44 Does Mazzulla seem different? Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Friday, October 13th, 2023. Celtics Beat is...
540: Celtics, Jrue Holiday Committed Long Term w/ Adam Himmelsbach
October 06, 2023 21:11 - 51 minutesAdam Himmelsbach covers the Boston Celtics for The Boston Globe. Adam joins the program to help break down everything Jrue Holiday, Celtics Coach Joe Mazzulla's new outlook, and how Boston best matches up with the Bucks. Twitter: @adamhimmelsbach 4:47 Holiday press conference vibes off the charts 10:11 Jrue trade felt different from the beginning 16:33 White extension coming? 27:26 Former Celtics hanging out more 34:03 How to the C’s stack up with the Bucks? Available for download on iT...
539: Celtics Suitors for Jrue Holiday? w/ Abby Chin
September 29, 2023 01:37 - 46 minutesAbby Chin is a Celtics sideline reporter for NBC Sports Boston. Abby joins the program to discuss the new-look Eastern Conference, if Boston should make a move for Jrue Holiday, and what she's looking forward to the most with media day around the corner. Twitter: @tvabby 3:16 We hear from the Brogdon camp 10:15 Does Jrue Holliday make sense for the Celtics? 17:01 Can Boston afford to trade Al or Rob? 29:55 Should the Bucks be favorites in the East? Available for download on iTunes and Sp...
538: BREAKING Lamar Stevens Signs w/ Boston
September 23, 2023 00:35 - 37 minutesAdam and Evan take the show to address the Malcolm Brogdon story, everyone working out in Boston, and address some breaking news FOR ONCE. 3:15 Brogdon story has gotten out of control 10:08 Could Malcolm still be traded? 21:03 Pierce and Tatum working out together 25:31 Lamar Stevens breaking news! Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, September 22nd, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Boston and get $200 in bonus bets when you make your first ...
537: Brogdon Still Upset With Celtics w/ Gary Washburn
September 15, 2023 03:58 - 55 minutesGary Washburn is a Senior NBA Writer for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss Boston's injury risks, Blake Griffin, and the new rules to curb load management. Twitter: @GwashburnGlobe 6:19 Celtics have history of downplaying injuries 10:11 Tatum’s wrist okay? 31:25 Does Mazzulla want Blake back? 36:00 How the new performance rules affect the Celtics? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, September 14th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to F...
536: Jayson Tatum is Ready to Lead Celtics w/ Keith Smith
September 07, 2023 22:51 - 37 minutesKeith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac. Keith joins the program to go over Jeff Goodman's exclusive interview with Jayson Tatum, Blake Griffin's potential comeback, and what to do about the last roster spot. Twitter: @KeithSmithNBA 4:04 Tatum’s interview w/ Jeff Goodman 12:17 Do the Celtics need the “in your face leader”? 22:11 Blake Griffin should be a target Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, September 7th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan D...
535: Are the Celtics Just Phoenix East? w/ Jack Simone
September 04, 2023 03:44 - 47 minutesOn the latest episode of Celtics Beat, Evan Valenti is joined by CelticsBlog writer and How 'Bout Them Celtics host Jack Simone to talk hoops! The two discuss the latest Celtics move of signing Svi Mykhailiuk, their thoughts on the signing, and Boston's overall roster build in comparison to the rest of the league. Are the Celtics too top-heavy? Are they just the Phoenix Suns of the Eastern Conference? Join in and check out the latest Celtics Beat Podcast as we discuss! Twitter: @JackSimoneNBA...
534: Could Porzingis Trade Sink Brad Stevens w/ Dan Greenberg
August 26, 2023 03:39 - 57 minutesDan Greenberg covers the Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the Celtics depth concerns, how the Porzingis trade could define Brad's legacy, and whether Jimmy Butler is the new Paul Pierce. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 3:57 Did the Celtics ask Porzingis to sit out FIBA? 12:24 Is it possible Boston has a slow start? 36:27 Porzingis trade could sink Stevens 43:38 Does Boston need another defensive wing? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 25th...
533: Should You Take the Celtics UNDER in '23-24? w/ Brian Barrett
August 18, 2023 21:16 - 1 hourBrian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" on The Ringer Podcast Network. Brian joins the program to discuss the '23-'24 schedule, Kristaps Porzingis' foot injury, and Payton Pritchard's place in the rotation. Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett 6:47 Celtics schedule notes 13:51 Is Boston going to take the in-season tournament seriously? 33:46 Celtics over/under 43:08 Porzingis will nurse a foot injury all season Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 18th, 2023. Celtics Beat is po...
532: The Future of Celtics Broadcasting w/ Sean Grande
August 11, 2023 01:31 - 57 minutesSean Grande is the voice of the Celtics for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the show to discuss his future with the Celtics and what Boston could be in store for with Kristaps Porzingis. Twitter: @SeanGrandepxp 3:22 This year should be about celebrating Mike Gorman 14:19 The origins of “GOT IT” 24:18 Defense of Kevin Brown 38:02 Get used to nagging Porzingis injuries Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on August 10th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! GO to...
531: Jayson Tatum HAS a Jokic-like Finals Run in Him w/ Seth Landman
August 07, 2023 02:52 - 50 minutesSeth Landman is a former writer for ESPN Fantasy. Seth drops by to discuss the downside to the Porzingis addition, what the Celtics still need to do to the roster, and why Nikola Jokic is so great. Twitter: @slandman33 7:33 Can’t bank on KP duplicating last year 20:14 Celtics need more connectors 33:52 Celtics shouldn’t be title favorites Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, August 6th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Boston and select your ...
530: Derrick White Could Get Paid HOW MUCH w/ Chris Forsberg
July 29, 2023 04:16 - 1 hourChris Forsberg is a Celtics sideline reporter and in-studio host for NBC Sports Boston. Chris joins the program to talk about Mike Gorman's upcoming departure, Jaylen Brown's extension, and maybe Payton Pritchard's role won't be so different. Twitter: @chrisforsberg_ 5:31 Mike Gorman’s swan song 21:12 Jaylen’s contract is anti-climactic 30:36 Is Derrick White next? 39:02 Might not be enough PG minutes for Pritchard if everyone is healthy 43:00 TMAC A CELTIC?!?! Available for download o...
529: Jaylen's Has Most Off-the-Court Value for Celtics w/ Bobby Manning
July 22, 2023 20:07 - 53 minutesBobby Manning covers the Celtics for CLNS Media and Boston Sports Journal. Bobby joins Evan to discuss Jaylen's new project, Oshae Brissett, and why the defense could be BETTER. Twitter: @RealBobManning 6:14 We need to add Jaylen’s off-court contributions when discussing his contract 17:31 Porzingis has already shown he’s willing to sacrifice 25:12 Celtics personnel could be better defensively 34:40 Offsetting the loss of Grant Williams Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sat...
528: Celtics Have Lost the Same Way Last Three Years w/ Steve Bulpett
July 17, 2023 02:56 - 54 minutesSteve Bulpett is a Senior NBA Columnist for Heavy Sports. Steve joins the program to chat about the potential ways both the Celtics and Jaylen Brown can get creative on Brown's supermax deal, why Joe Mazzulla needs a bigger leash, and how Brad could update the roster. Twitter: @SteveBHoop 5:35 Jaylen’s extension delay isn’t abnormal 18:14 Going back to double-bigs should help Jays 25:36 Making trades midseason will be harder this year 44:38 Sam Cassell comes back to Boston Available for ...
527: Brad's Job is not Done w/ Sean Deveney
July 09, 2023 20:21 - 49 minutesSean Deveney is a NBA insider and a content creator for Heavy Sports. Sean joins the program to talk about Wemby-mania, Jordan Walsh's early impressions, and how Brad Stevens needs to fill out the rest of the roster. Twitter: @SeanDeveney 4:11 Social Media reaction to Wemby 12:58 Jordan Walsh shows his range 26:15 There’s still mental toughness on this team 35:09 Anything meaningful delaying the Brown super-max? Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Sunday, July 9th, 2023. Cel...
526: Porzingis Complement the Jays Well w/ David Aldridge
July 03, 2023 00:55 - 50 minutesDavid Aldridge covers the Washington Wizards for The Athletic and is a sideline reporter for Turner Sports. David joins the program to discuss Kristaps Porzingis' fit in Boston, how the Celtics offense looks with a new weapon, and what to make of all of the Damian Lillard drama. Twitter: @davidaldridgedc 2:43 Boston HAD to shake things up 11:36 How Porzingis makes the Celtics harder to guard 21:13 KP is elite at the rim 31:20 What is the hold up with Jaylen’s contract? Available for down...
525: Can Derrick White REALLY be the Celtics Full-Time PG w Brian Robb
June 26, 2023 02:28 - 59 minutesBrian Robb covers the Celtics for MassLive. Brian joins the program to talk about the Marcus Smart trade and the impact of Kristaps Porzingis. After, Adam and Evan discuss whether the Smart trade is a vote of confidence in Jaylen Brown. Twitter: @BrianTRobb 7:19 Smart trade means there’s another one coming 19:31 Pressure is clearly solely on the Jay’s 36:34 Celtics have most star power in Eastern Conference 44:35 Marcus trade is vote of confidence in Jaylen Available for download on iTun...
524: Next Year HAS to be Celtics Year w/ Gary Washburn
June 18, 2023 03:42 - 59 minutesGary Washburn is a Senior NBA Writer for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the NBA Finals, whether the Celtics have a Denver-like run in them, and why Boston needs tougher players. Twitter: @gwashburnblobe 11:15 Denver wasn’t unbeatable 25:21 Is Tatum capable of carrying a team like Jokic, Giannis? 36:50 Celtics definitely have the building blocks 52:14 Brad needs to bring in tougher guys Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, June 17th, 2023. Celtic...
523: Does Mazzulla Need to Look Over His Shoulder w/ Keith Smith
June 12, 2023 03:53 - 1 hourKeith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac . Keith joins the program to discuss the Celtics new coaching hires and their upcoming contract issues. Twitter: @KeithSmithNBA 2:42 Coaching additions give bench plenty of experience 12:42 Any concern that Brad is picking Mazzulla’s staff? 33:11 This CBA is designed to create parity 44:10 Percentage of cap is what matters 52:47 Jaylen’s contract will cost Celtics good players Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sun...
522: Malcolm Brogdon Trade a BUST w/ Dan Greenberg
June 04, 2023 22:46 - 1 hourDan Greenberg covers the Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to lick our wounds from the Boston Celtics Game 7 loss to the Miami Heat, the Malcolm Brogdon trade, and the upcoming coaching decisions Boston will have to make. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 2:50 Game 7 was over as soon as Tatum got hurt? 8:34 Was Miami the more talented team? 17:24 Brogdon talked a big game and didn’t back it up 30:03 Jaylen won’t give any home town discounts 54:14 Concern about assistants leaving/co...
521: Jaylen's Max Deal Won't Prevent Potential Trade w/ Jared Weiss
June 01, 2023 02:34 - 44 minutesJared Weiss covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for The Athletic. Jared joins the show to focus on the future of Joe Mazzulla and the coaching staff, Jaylen's max contract, and the rotation tweak for '23-24. Twitter: @JaredWeissNBA 3:54 Mazzulla will most likely stay 11:04 “Assistants leaving to Houston” is premature 20:52 Jaylen’s potentially crippling deal 33:52 Can the Celtics afford to keep Malcolm Brogdon? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Wednesday, May 31st, 2023. ...
520: Celtics, Heat Game 7 Dance w/ Seth Landman
May 29, 2023 04:40 - 1 hourSeth Landman is a former writer for ESPN Fantasy. Seth stops by the show to discuss the euphoria of Game 6, the keys to Game 7, and how special Jayson Tatum is. Twitter: @slandman33 3:13 Here’s to superstitions 9:21 Derrick White’s redemption arc 15:25 Celtics learning luck is important 29:36 Having blind faith 43:47 Mazzulla amped up ball pressure Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, March 28th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Boston fo...
519: Celtics Chances at Comeback are BETTER Than You Think w/ Brian Barrett
May 25, 2023 04:17 - 1 hourBrian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" on The Ringer Podcast Network. Brian joins the program to put some fuel to the comeback fire, how Boston can pull this off, what's up with Jaylen Brown, and much more! Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett 2:46 Celtics should host ’04 Red Sox for Game 5 12:14 0-150 narrative is dumb 32:19 Derrick White is a completely different player in the playoffs 38:31 What’s up with Jaylen Brown? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Wednesday May 24th, 2023, Celtics...
518: Celtics are Blowing a Golden Opportunity w/ Dan Greenberg
May 21, 2023 03:49 - 48 minutesDan Greenberg covers the Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to vent about the Celtics Game 2 loss to the Miami Heat, who's most responsible, what Mazzulla can do to turn this around, and the Grant Williams/Jimmy Butler dust-up. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 3:47 Celtics have choked away a golden opportunity 12:50 Grant William/Jimmy Butler spat means nothing 26:46 Game 2 loss isn’t on Mazzulla 36:41 Washburn/Mazzulla tension Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Satu...