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Green With Envy: A Boston Celtics Podcast

686 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 89 ratings

Will Weir, Greg Maneikis, and Adam Taylor break down the Boston Celtics. Formerly the Celticsblog Podcast

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Celtics PRIDE: Kemba Walker with Coach Kevin Simmons

October 13, 2020 04:05 - 1 hour

The Celtics PRIDE team is joined by Coach Kevin Simmons to discuss and defend Kemba Walker. Certain sections of the Celtics fanbase are unhappy with Kemba's performance in the playoffs or even calling for him to be traded. We compile those narratives into a series of "devil's advocate" arguments and let Coach Simmons lead responses in evaluation of Kemba Walker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

CelticsPod: John Karalis media exit interview

October 12, 2020 09:31 - 41 minutes

Over the next week or two, CelticsPod will be holding exit interviews with Boston Celtics media members. The aim is to bring you stories that you wouldn't usually hear, along with some insight into the life of a sports writer on the beat. John Karalis of Masslive.com joined Adam for the first of these interviews, touching on his most memorable moments from the season, areas for improvement, and the mental pitfalls that come with either working in the industry or trying to break into the indus...

CelticsPod: Walking the tightrope

October 09, 2020 09:03 - 34 minutes

Danny Ainge has done a great job of walking the tightrope between contention and future success but eventually he will need to choose a lane and make some tough decisions. Adam and Brenden take a look at both avenues along with some reminiscing about the season just gone and the IT4 seasons of yesteryear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Coaching Carousel, Doc's Move, Kyrie Irving as Coach Killer

October 06, 2020 04:05 - 1 hour

The Celtics PRIDE team turns their focus to the Coaching Carousel discussing Doc Rivers' exit from the LA Clippers and Entrance in Philly. What happened in LA and whose decision was Doc's firing? How does the Philly fanbase feel about their new coach? Can Doc fix the Sixers? Steve Nash is the new Coach of the Brooklyn Nets... or is Kyrie Irving their Head Coach? How has the Atlantic Division changed as a result of 3 new Head Coaches to compete with Brad Stevens. Are the Celtics in danger? Fin...

CelticsPod: Grading each player from 2019-20

October 05, 2020 07:16 - 51 minutes

With the season officially being completed, we decided it was time to give each of the players on the roster a seasonal grade relative to our expectations going into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CelticsPod: October Mailbag

October 02, 2020 06:45 - 37 minutes

Adam and Brenden do a mailbag episode! We took questions from twitter and CelticsBlog and touched on everything that you want to hear including potential trades, the upcoming draft, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CelticsPod: Debating who to re-sign

September 30, 2020 06:33 - 37 minutes

The Boston Celtics season has officially come to an end and the primary core will be returning but in this episode we focus on those who are not under contract for Boston going into 2020-21 and if Danny Ainge should consider re-signing them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Blame for Brad Stevens or Danny Ainge?

September 29, 2020 06:00 - 38 minutes

The full Celtics PRIDE crew (Mike Minkoff, Josh Motenko and Adam Motenko) discuss the game 6 loss to Miami Heat, the Miami series as a whole and give a synopsis of this season. Were expectations met? Do we pile blame on certain players such as Jason Tatum, Kemba Walker or Gordon Hayward for not taking this team further? What about Brad Stevens who was out-coached by Eric Spoelstra? Would you replace Stevens with the newly available Doc Rivers? Could Danny Ainge have constructed a more compete...

Celtics PRIDE: Instant Reaction to Game 6 Loss to Heat

September 28, 2020 14:36 - 21 minutes

Adam and Josh Motenko discuss the Celtics Game 6 loss to the Miami Heat immediately after the game. What led to the loss in this game and this series? How should we feel about the team's performance against Miami? What are reasonable expectations for Tatum? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Game 5 Instant Reaction - Tatum & Brown Deliver, Theis plays big, and is Kemba doing enough?

September 26, 2020 04:29 - 41 minutes

The Celtics PRIDE team discusses the Celtics sluggish first half and strong 3rd quarter on their way to a victory over the Heat. They discuss Tatum and Brown's play, Kemba's inconsistency, whether Brad Stevens is getting outwitted by Erik Spoelstra. Then they look to Game 6 and make their predictions for Game 6 (and beyond). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Game 5 Instant Reaction - Tatum & Brown Deliver, Theis plays big, and is Kemba doing enough?

September 26, 2020 04:29 - 44 minutes

The Celtics PRIDE team discusses the Celtics sluggish first half and strong 3rd quarter on their way to a victory over the Heat. They discuss Tatum and Brown's play, Kemba's inconsistency, whether Brad Stevens is getting outwitted by Erik Spoelstra. Then they look to Game 6 and make their predictions for Game 6 (and beyond). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CelticsPod: Can the Celtics come back from this?

September 25, 2020 07:38 - 30 minutes

On today's episode Adam and Brenden discuss Miami's incredible run, Boston's weaknesses, and how the Celtics can extend their stay in the bubble. Coming back from 3-1 isn't impossible, but it's going to be very difficult. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Game 4 Instant Reaction - What happened to the real Jayson Tatum?

September 24, 2020 04:19 - 12 minutes

Coach Josh Motenko gives a bit of a somber, cynical reaction to watching the Celtics not quite be mature enough to win yet another game against the Miami Heat in the ECF. This was a short instant reaction podcast tonight, as the Celtics gave little motivation for eloquence after losing the turnover battle 19-8 and showing up with surprised expressions and youthful malaise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

Celtics PRIDE: Can The Celtics Beat the Heat? A State of The Celtics & Game 4 Preview

September 22, 2020 04:05 - 1 hour

The Celtics Pride team (Adam, Josh and Mike) provide a state of the Celtics after the big game 3 win. What concerns still exist? What are the reasons for optimism and... ahem... pride? Is the locker room incident a big deal? Can the Celtics win this series and what should we expect for game 4 in terms of adjustments and expectations for both the Heat and Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

CelticsPod: Turning the tides against Miami

September 21, 2020 17:51 - 34 minutes

The Boston Celtics came out victorious against the Miami Heat in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals. We break down what went right for them in this one compared to the first two, the return of Gordon Hayward, and question who can be the guy in crunch time for Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Game 3 Instant Reaction, Hayward's Return & Decision-Making Concerns

September 20, 2020 04:22 - 35 minutes

Adam Motenko and brother Josh Motenko hold it down with the Twin Take in this instant reaction podcast after the Celtics take game 3 vs the Miami Heat. The brothers break down why this win feels like both losses in games 1 and 2, and why the Celtics almost blew another lead. Will the young Celts lead by "Young Tatum" and his new nickname ever mature enough to get through this tough series? With the NBA Championships still realistic on the horizon, we will see if the more talented team will ac...

CelticsPod: Celtics get out hustled to leave them feeling the heat

September 18, 2020 13:19 - 27 minutes

In today's episode, Adam and Brenden discuss the lackadaisical second-half defense which wound up costing Boston the game. They look at selfish plays, under performing stars and how Miami showed they wanted it more. The Zone defense gave the Boston Celtics trouble, as they turned the ball over 20 times throughout the game. This performance wasn't befitting of an NBA Eastern Conference finals game, but what can we expect if Gordon Hayward returns for game three? The guys hit every point stemm...

CelticsPod: Brenden Returns and Kemba goes missing

September 16, 2020 16:36 - 31 minutes

On today's episode of CelticsPod Adam welcomes back Brenden as co-host. The guys dive into Kemba's poor shooting night, and what the Heat did to limit his impact, before taking a look at Tatum's continued transcendence towards superstardom. The guys highlight some defensive lapses they believe the Celtics should shore up, before looking at where the matchup's went right and wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Celtics PRIDE: Is Tatum the #1 player in the ECF? The Danny Ainge/Pat Riley Rivalry. Nick Nurse, Steve Nash and Kyrie Irving notes.

September 15, 2020 04:08 - 1 hour

Adam Motenko, Josh Motenko and Mike MInkoff give an injury report on Gordon Hayward, and question whether Jaylen Brown is 100%, before diving into the main keys to the Celtics Preview. Is Jayson Tatum the best player in this series? How big is the rivalry between Danny Ainge and Pat Riley? The coaches' perspective on how you attack a zone defense, and what we might see from the Celtics vs the Miami Zone? Lastly, the crew give their opinion on some recent NBA drama including why Giannis would ...

Celtics PRIDE: Game 7 Instant Reaction

September 12, 2020 07:42 - 1 hour

Adam Motenko, Josh Motenko, and Mike Minkoff discuss what it's like watching Jayson Tatum mature before our very eyes just like proud papas. They break down the highlights of an epic game seven and the entire Raptors Celtics series that will go down as the official beginning of a historic rivalry. They also discuss whether beating a grittier defending championship team like the Raptors will prepare the C's for a similarly tough upcoming matchup against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference...

CelticsPod: Fan Call-In

September 09, 2020 11:50 - 40 minutes

In the absence of Wayne and Tim, Adam took to twitter to find a couple of fans willing to talk about the Raptors series so far. With those on the call-in leading the narrative, Adam allowed the conversation to flow while providing his own takes on the discussions at hand . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CelticsPod: A tough loss to the Raptors, has us asking the tough questions

September 04, 2020 15:38 - 36 minutes

Following the Boston Celtics loss to the Toronto Raptors in game three, the CelticsPod team break down what they saw from both teams. Is the defense an issue? How can the Celtics shut down Kyle Lowry? What did Toronto do to nullify Tatum? We ask the tough questions, so we can look ahead to Saturday with some optimism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Game 1 Reaction, Stevens' Coaching, Kemba Tweaks his Knee

September 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour

The Celtics Pride gang reacts to game 1 of the second round series between the Celtics and The Raptors. Is a trend of Celtics victories forming that will continue? What led to this blowout victory? How does Toronto adjust? Is Brad Stevens out-coaching Coach of the Year Nick Nurse? Should we worry about Kemba's knee after tweaking it in the second quarter? Either you know the answers or you should listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about you...

CelticsPod: Clawless Raptors fall to the Celtics in game 1

August 31, 2020 11:18 - 34 minutes

On today's episode, the CelticsPod team dive into the Celtics game one victory against the Toronto Raptors, looking at the key narratives to arise from the match-up. Most notably, how did the Celtics hold the Raptors to just 25% from deep, and limit their success in transition. The benefits of a Theis/Timelord big man rotation, and why we don't expect to see much from the rookies moving through this series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about ...

Celtics PRIDE: Instant Reaction to Walkout and Players' Call For Action on Racial Justice

August 27, 2020 23:29 - 44 minutes

NBA players made both sports and American history with a playoff walkout in protest of racial injustice in the wake of Jacob Blake's shooting. Josh and Adam from the Celtics PRIDE team reacts with a podcast less about the Boston Celtics and more about racial injustice in America, civil disobedience and what action they NBA players are seeking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Instant Reaction to Walkout and Players' Call For Action on Racial Justice

August 27, 2020 23:29 - 46 minutes

NBA players made both sports and American history with a playoff walkout in protest of racial injustice in the wake of Jacob Blake's shooting. Josh and Adam from the Celtics PRIDE team reacts with a podcast less about the Boston Celtics and more about racial injustice in America, civil disobedience and what action they NBA players are seeking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CelticsPod: Should we fear the Raptors bench?

August 26, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes

On this episode of the CelticsPod, the guys discuss their concerns surrounding the strength of the Raptors bench, and how Hayward's absence means staggering multiple stars is no longer an option. They also touch on the likelihood of Kyle Lowry being fully available to play, before jumping into the firing of Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown, and the Clippers/Mavs, and Jazz/Nuggets series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad cho...

CelticsPod: Should we fear the Raptors bench?

August 26, 2020 13:00 - 34 minutes

On this episode of the CelticsPod, the guys discuss their concerns surrounding the strength of the Raptors bench, and how Hayward's absence means staggering multiple stars is no longer an option. They also touch on the likelihood of Kyle Lowry being fully available to play, before jumping into the firing of Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown, and the Clippers/Mavs, and Jazz/Nuggets series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Raptors Preview with That's A Rap Podcast from Raptors HQ

August 25, 2020 04:05 - 1 hour

The Celtics PRIDE team is joined by Jason and Dre from That's A Rap Podcast hosted by the Raptors HQ blog to preview the second round matchup between the Celtics and Raptors. It's another SB Nation Crossover episode! What's the impact of Lowry's ankle injury? Who is their best player right now (the answer will surprise you)? Who is the X-factor for each team? What do the Celtics need to do to win the series? How do they make up for the loss of Gordon Hayward? Just how good will Jason Tatum ge...

CelticsPod: A Sweeping Blow

August 24, 2020 04:00 - 38 minutes

Following the Boston Celtics sweep of the 76ers, the CelticsPod team get together to rejoice in a job well done. The guys break down key aspects of the series, and look at the primary performs for the C's. Knowing the team can't rest on their laurels, the guys begin to take a look forwards, discussing the Toronto Raptors and what threats they pose, along with possible match-ups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

CelticsPod: Draft Lottery Reactions

August 21, 2020 12:10 - 32 minutes

Following Thursday nights NBA Draft Lottery, the CelticsPod team get together to give their thoughts on the top three picks in the NBA draft, then take a dive into who/what they would like to see from the Boston Celtics on draft night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Game 2 Instant Reaction... Is Jayson Tatum The Best Player In This Series?

August 20, 2020 05:46 - 31 minutes

Adam and Josh Motenko recap Boston /Philly Game 2 after a dominant performance by Boston including an efficient and swagger-filled performance by Jayson Tatum. The Celtics Pride Twins discuss Brad's rotation decisions in the Celtics' first playoff game without Gordon Hayward, analyze Kemba Walker's performance, question whether Joel Embiid "wants it" and decide whether Jayson Tatum has surpassed Joel Embiid as the best player in this series. Can Philadelphia recover? Listen to find out. Learn...

CelticsPod: Adjustments, Hayward and available minutes

August 19, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes

The CelticsPod team get together to discuss what they saw in game one, the ramifications of Hayward's injury, the minutes now available and how the Celtics can adjust to get win number 2 on Wednesday. Once the guys have gone into the Sixers matchup, they take a moment to look over at Orlando and their BIG win against the Milwaukee Bucks - Are teams figuring out how to contain Giannis? What does that mean for the Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Lea...

CelticsPod: Adjustments, Hayward and available minutes

August 19, 2020 04:00 - 40 minutes

The CelticsPod team get together to discuss what they saw in game one, the ramifications of Hayward's injury, the minutes now available and how the Celtics can adjust to get win number 2 on Wednesday. Once the guys have gone into the Sixers matchup, they take a moment to look over at Orlando and their BIG win against the Milwaukee Bucks - Are teams figuring out how to contain Giannis? What does that mean for the Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Embiid Rope-a-dope

August 18, 2020 04:06 - 37 minutes

Adam and Josh Motenko bring the twin takes on this episode as they react to Embiid's soft, out-of-shape effort, and other keys to the series after game 1 vs. Philly. Both teams revealed their true personalities in this game and those will define the rest of the series. Hear what those are, and why Embiid reminds us of both George Foreman and Patrick Ewing. Lastly, they detail the things you need to know before Thursday's NBA Draft Lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

Celtics PRIDE: Game 1 Instant Reaction - Embiid Rope-a-dope

August 18, 2020 04:06 - 35 minutes

Adam and Josh Motenko bring the twin takes on this episode as they react to Embiid's soft, out-of-shape effort, and other keys to the series after game 1 vs. Philly. Both teams revealed their true personalities in this game and those will define the rest of the series. Hear what those are, and why Embiid reminds us of both George Foreman and Patrick Ewing. Lastly, they detail the things you need to know before Thursday's NBA Draft Lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

CelticsPod: Anna Horford discuss Celtics vs Sixers

August 17, 2020 04:00 - 26 minutes

On this episode of the CelticsPod, Adam is joined by Anna Horford to discuss the Celtics vs Sixers playoff matchup, living in the UK and the adjustment in interacting with a new fanbase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CelticsPod: Anna Horford discuss Celtics vs Sixers

August 17, 2020 04:00 - 23 minutes

On this episode of the CelticsPod, Adam is joined by Anna Horford to discuss the Celtics vs Sixers playoff matchup, living in the UK and the adjustment in interacting with a new fanbase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics PRIDE: Sixers Preview With Liberty Ballers Podcast Gastroenteritis Blues

August 15, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour

In this special SB Nation cossover podcast, the Celtics Pride crew is joined by Philadelphia 76ers experts from the Gastroenteritis Blues podcast at the Liberty Ballers blog network. Philly diehards Steve, Emily and Dan share their fears about this Celtics team, the impact of Ben Simmons' injury, potential Sixers starting lineups, defensive match-ups, Al Horford's impact on the series, who might be able to slow down Joel Embiid and much more. Hear how significant Philly's interpersonal issues...

Celtics PRIDE: Sixers Preview With Liberty Ballers Podcast Gastroenteritis Blues

August 15, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour

In this special SB Nation cossover podcast, the Celtics Pride crew is joined by Philadelphia 76ers experts from the Gastroenteritis Blues podcast at the Liberty Ballers blog network. Philly diehards Steve, Emily and Dan share their fears about this Celtics team, the impact of Ben Simmons' injury, potential Sixers starting lineups, defensive match-ups, Al Horford's impact on the series, who might be able to slow down Joel Embiid and much more. Hear how significant Philly's interpersonal issues...

CelticsPod: Here come the Sixers

August 14, 2020 09:09 - 36 minutes

Following the Celtics completing their final match up in the NBA Bubble's seeding games, they now turn their attention to the Philadelphia 76ers. The CelticsPod team discuss their thoughts on how the contests will pan out, and who to watch out for. As usual, the second part of the show discusses whats going on around the league, noting Damien Lillard's ridiculous play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

CelticsPod: Bubble breakdown w/ Mo Dakhil

August 12, 2020 09:29 - 51 minutes

On today's episode, Adam is joined by former video analyst turned basketball savant Mo Dakhil. The guys dive into which teams have been a surprise and disappointment, players who have stepped up and gone missing. The guys then get into the Celtics roster, with Mo giving his opinion on each of the Celtics core, before he breaks down each Eastern Conference teams core weakness. Mo is a great basketball mind, who really made this episode fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

Celtics PRIDE: Marcus Smart Loses DPOY and Brad's Bench Decisions

August 11, 2020 04:12 - 47 minutes

Adam, Josh and Mike question Brad Stevens' lineup decisions and who they'd like to see him play more off the bench. Then they dissect Marcus Smart not being a top 3 finalist for Defensive Player Of The Year (losing to Giannis, Davis and Gobert), and try to figure out what will it take for a guard to win this award for the first time since Gary Payton over 20 years ago. Lastly, they prepare for what they originally thought would be a gruesome 1st round playoff matchup with the 76ers, who recen...

CelticsPod: Balling out, Experience and Landscape changes

August 10, 2020 16:18 - 32 minutes

In today's episode of the CelticsPod, the team dive into the positives they saw from both the Toronto and Orlando games, then answer the question about experience which was posed on the last episode. Wrapping up with discussing some of the more prevalent news around the NBA right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CelticsPod: The name's Romeo, Lord.

August 07, 2020 08:45 - 34 minutes

Romeo Langford and Robert Williams both staked their claim for bigger minutes in the Celtics blowout win against the Brooklyn Nets. The CelticsPod team break down what they liked from each of the two young players, while talking about their realistic expectations moving into the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CelticsPod: Haves and Have Nots

August 05, 2020 13:31 - 30 minutes

The Celtics fell to the Miami Heat in their third game within the NBA bubble. As such, the CelticsPod team decided to take a dive into what the Celtics currently have, and what they're currently lacking on their roster. We tried to be fair, but true, honest not harsh. Do you agree? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics Pride: State of The Cs After 2 Bubble Games

August 04, 2020 02:57 - 1 hour

Josh, Mike and Adam review what stood out in the Celtics' first two bubble games and scrimmages including Jason Tatum's night and day performances, the referees questionable calls, how the rules are taught to players, struggles defending bigs, and Marcus Smart's seemingly buddhist approach to adversity. Coach Josh observes Brad's new diamond zone press and the gang looks at the standings and upcoming games before going around the league discuss NBA over and under-rated narratives. Somehow thi...

Celtics PRIDE: State of The Cs After 2 Bubble Games

August 04, 2020 02:57 - 1 hour

Josh, Mike and Adam review what stood out in the Celtics' first two bubble games and scrimmages including Jason Tatum's night and day performances, the referees questionable calls, how the rules are taught to players, struggles defending bigs, and Marcus Smart's seemingly buddhist approach to adversity. Coach Josh observes Brad's new diamond zone press and the gang looks at the standings and upcoming games before going around the league discuss NBA over and under-rated narratives. Somehow thi...

CelticsPod: Bucks loss and looking ahead to Portland

August 02, 2020 14:53 - 43 minutes

The Boston Celtics were unable to beat the Milwaukee Bucks in their opening game of the NBA's 8 seeding games. Jayson Tatum was awful, but Kemba Walker, Gordon Hayward and Marcus Smart all looked good - hear what the CelticsPod team made of the game. Then the guys look ahead to Sunday's game against the Portland Trailblazers, and dive into how the Celtics could look to damped their firepower. A quick round, shows the team considers Portland's starting 5 to be better than the Celtics by 3 pla...

CelticsPod: Here come the Bucks

July 31, 2020 08:43 - 40 minutes

The Boston Celtics open up their seeding games today, Friday, July 31st, against the league-leading Milwaukee Bucks. The CelticsPod team take a look at the possible rotations, matchup's the Celtics could use to slow down Giannis and Middleton, and discuss the impact of both Eric Bledsoe and Pat Connaughton missing from the Bucks lineup. Basketball is officially back! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

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