Best Podcast Episodes About Boston Celtics
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Updated: Apr 27, 2026 – 68 episodes
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“And so Boston, for me, was a test case. Are we capable? Were our politics ready? So here's how things began. Bostonians were here today to talk about something contentious, jobs. But they started with the one thing everybody could probably agree on. Boston's streets, the battleground here, were barely fit for human driving, let alone Waymo. Boston is one of the oldest major cities in the country, with narrow one-way streets, alleys, and the lack of a …”
“And so Boston, for me, was a test case. Are we capable? Were our politics ready? So here's how things began. Bostonians were here today to talk about something contentious, jobs. But they started with the one thing everybody could probably agree on. Boston's streets, the battleground here, were barely fit for human driving, let alone Waymo. Boston is one of the oldest major cities in the country, with narrow one-way streets, alleys, and the lack of a traditional grid system. It's really, really difficult to drive. You look at the map, it looks like a child's drawing, you know. We also have issues with double parked cars, ride shares, delivery vehicles. After lambasting Boston streets a while longer, the people here get to the issue that'll actually dominate these hearings. Jobs. In particular, union …”
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In a heated discussion in Boston, unions are rallying against the introduction of self-driving cars, fearing job losses for drivers. The episode from the Search Engine podcast highlights the passionate testimonies of union members, particularly from the App Drivers' Union, as they advocate for their right to unionize and protect their livelihoods against companies like Waymo. As Boston's streets pose unique challenges for autonomous vehicles, the city's strong union culture plays a pivotal role in this ongoing debate.
“… just intensified that rivalry because of the competitive nature of those players. So I always feel like it was great not only for the Lakers and the Celtics, but for the fans and the NBA because we played some of the best basketball at that time. And what about rivalries in general back then? We see all the clips of the fights, you, Lambeer, everybody going at it. Was that real or was that like a competitive thing on the court? Did you guys actually hate each other? I don't think hate is too strong of a word. We didn't like one another. I think it's safe to say that. But Detroit was the …”
“… Magic had a lot to do with the intensity of the rivalry. I'm going to go back a little further. Russell Chamberlain started that Laker-Celtic rivalry, in my opinion, and then Larry and Magic in college, and that continued on to the pros. So they just intensified that rivalry because of the competitive nature of those players. So I always feel like it was great not only for the Lakers and the Celtics, but for the fans and the NBA because we played some of the best basketball at that time. And what about rivalries in general back then? We see all the clips of the fights, you, Lambeer, everybody going at it. Was that real or was that like a competitive thing on the court? Did you guys actually hate each other? I don't think hate is too strong of a word. We didn't like one another. I think it's safe to say that. But Detroit was the up-and-coming team in the East. Our biggest rival in the East were the 76ers, Dr. J, Toman, and Cheeks, and Bobby Jones, and Dawkins, and those guys. And then Larry and Dr. Ovesta. Best player in the East. They were both striving and competing for dominance. And the best be number one. And then that rivalry escalated when the 76ers got Moses Malone. I think …”
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In this segment, NBA Hall of Famer Robert Parish humorously reflects on the fierce rivalries of the past, revealing that while players didn't 'hate' each other, they definitely didn't like one another. His insights on how the Celtics' defensive strategy has evolved, especially after injuries, make for a compelling listen, blending nostalgia with current analysis.
“I think Celtics by 50. What? Usually you win a game like that. Yeah, I was wondering. It's usually a comeback. I liked at the very end when they just put in all their white guys and they were just breaking threes the whole time. When your whites are missing threes, it's like, yeah, you're done. That's bad. That's bad stuff. Yeah, they threw in the fucking scrub squad at the very – you can tell they're like, all right, fuck this game. We'll get it next one. I …”
“I think Celtics by 50. What? Usually you win a game like that. Yeah, I was wondering. It's usually a comeback. I liked at the very end when they just put in all their white guys and they were just breaking threes the whole time. When your whites are missing threes, it's like, yeah, you're done. That's bad. That's bad stuff. Yeah, they threw in the fucking scrub squad at the very – you can tell they're like, all right, fuck this game. We'll get it next one. I think we can get one more at home. I don't know about this very next one, but we can get one more at home. Yeah. It's going to be exciting. Yeah. I do think Boston's going to come back strong. When you're missing like that, you're just like, all right, I got the worst over. Now I'm just going to start fighting. Yeah, they never shoot like that. …”
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In a hilarious prediction, the hosts joke that the Celtics could win by 50 points, leading to a comical discussion about their 'scrub squad' missing threes. The banter escalates as they mock the ownership of sports teams, comparing it to wrestling and questioning the spirit of competition, making for a lively and entertaining exchange.
“… I was like, man, I'm done. I think the most interesting team that was not in our top four, our four conference semifinalists in theory picks, is Boston at 20 and 12, sniffing the best point differential in the East there, almost even with New York and Detroit, with the Tatum possibility maybe or maybe not looming. We'll see. I think they're very interesting. We didn't talk about Philly. He tried to self-out you the other day. I almost fell out of my chair. They finally won a game with him and PG and Maxie all together, they're solid. It's hard for me to believe. Miami has been wildly up and …”
“… of the season is out. Their four guys are back to being normal and rolling, and I think we'll start to see them climb. So I'm a little bit more positive about them right now after having seen them play the last few games, whereas after Christmas Day, I was like, man, I'm done. I think the most interesting team that was not in our top four, our four conference semifinalists in theory picks, is Boston at 20 and 12, sniffing the best point differential in the East there, almost even with New York and Detroit, with the Tatum possibility maybe or maybe not looming. We'll see. I think they're very interesting. We didn't talk about Philly. He tried to self-out you the other day. I almost fell out of my chair. They finally won a game with him and PG and Maxie all together, they're solid. It's hard for me to believe. Miami has been wildly up and down. Um, and then Milwaukee, they lose to Washington again by one with Giannis, they're 14 and 20 and all the noise continues to be that the bucks want to buy for all the reasons that we're talking about right now, because they're not, if we can get one other guy around Giannis, one better player, one better number two guy, um, you know, we, we're …”
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The segment evaluates the Cavaliers' improved play and offensive movement, noting their recent successes against teams like the Spurs. It also discusses the playoff potential of other teams, including Boston's strong performance and Milwaukee's struggles despite Giannis' presence.
“… because there's nothing else going on. So at that bar there in Vegas, Zach finds himself talking to someone he knows from the front office of the Boston Celtics, an executive named Mike Zarin. And Mike starts explaining to Zach his elaborate draft wheel idea. The wheel has 30 spokes, one for each first round selection. So there's a spoke for pick one, pick six, pick 10, pick 20, whatever. And then over 30 years, you just cycle like you're ticking around a clock kind of through all 30 picks in a predetermined order. And Mike Zarin's draft wheel is going to be the first of our proposals for how to fix …”
“… on the list of things that people learn in bars in Las Vegas. Not during NBA Summer League. NBA Summer League, the NBA takes over Las Vegas. The season's over. Free agency is over. the draft is over. This is when people have these kind of conversations because there's nothing else going on. So at that bar there in Vegas, Zach finds himself talking to someone he knows from the front office of the Boston Celtics, an executive named Mike Zarin. And Mike starts explaining to Zach his elaborate draft wheel idea. The wheel has 30 spokes, one for each first round selection. So there's a spoke for pick one, pick six, pick 10, pick 20, whatever. And then over 30 years, you just cycle like you're ticking around a clock kind of through all 30 picks in a predetermined order. And Mike Zarin's draft wheel is going to be the first of our proposals for how to fix tanking in the NBA. So imagine a wheel. All 30 teams in the NBA get assigned to one of the 30 spokes of the wheel. And then each year they advance one spoke around the wheel. The spokes don't go first pick, second pick, third pick. Instead, the order looks kind of random. There were a few versions of the wheel over the years, but in the first …”
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The NBA could eliminate tanking by disconnecting team records from draft picks through an innovative concept called the draft wheel. This system would randomly assign draft picks to teams over a 30-year cycle, ensuring that poor performance doesn't guarantee a top pick. However, small market teams fear this change could trap them in a cycle of bad performance without hope for improvement.
“It's a new year and the same old kings. Tonight, they're at home, opening up 2026 against the Boston Celtics. The Celtics team that some people thought, it's going to be a gap year, they're going to be bad. Well, they did not look bad tonight, and the kings who are in the game most of the game had a rough fourth quarter to say the least. The shooting went away, the shot selection bad, the offense stagnant. They go 0-10 from downtown in the final frame, outscored 32-18 in the fourth quarter, and they lose to the Boston Celtics, 120-106. They are now …”
“It's a new year and the same old kings. Tonight, they're at home, opening up 2026 against the Boston Celtics. The Celtics team that some people thought, it's going to be a gap year, they're going to be bad. Well, they did not look bad tonight, and the kings who are in the game most of the game had a rough fourth quarter to say the least. The shooting went away, the shot selection bad, the offense stagnant. They go 0-10 from downtown in the final frame, outscored 32-18 in the fourth quarter, and they lose to the Boston Celtics, 120-106. They are now 8-26 on the season. Wow. Wow. I'm Deuce Mason. That's Morgan Reagan. This podcast is presented by our friends over at Centivo Vineyards & Winery. How are you doing, Mo? Hmm. Whatever. You're whatever. I am. You know, you're right. You're right. I thought I was stronger mentally going into 2026, and I don't feel super strong right now. I feel rattled, …”
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The Sacramento Kings lost to the Boston Celtics 120-106 after a disastrous fourth quarter where they went 0-10 from three-point range and were outscored 32-18. The hosts now hold a record of 8-26, and the analysts express concern over their mental state and execution during the game.
“… was to everybody Who was having better matchups east or west I think as a whole There's good hoops everywhere Alright man let's get back to it The Celtics beat the shit off the Sixers yesterday. B came back. It did not matter. 128-96. Celtics up 3-1 in the series. Mookie talked about the Celtics shooting out of them damn threes. He hit them yesterday. Peyton Pritchard balled out 32 points, 5 assists, 4 rebounds. Shout out to JT. He had 30, 11, and 7. And JB had 27. And B, he showed up 26 and 10. Tyrese Maxey had 22. But it was belt, belt, belt. Go ahead and load it up, Lou. They don't have days …”
“… From an ACL I just feel like people Had that injury way more They had successful recoveries Than an Achilles And he's had as much time as most people have had Four and Achilles to bounce back too from ACL Obviously expecting to be back strong What was to everybody Who was having better matchups east or west I think as a whole There's good hoops everywhere Alright man let's get back to it The Celtics beat the shit off the Sixers yesterday. B came back. It did not matter. 128-96. Celtics up 3-1 in the series. Mookie talked about the Celtics shooting out of them damn threes. He hit them yesterday. Peyton Pritchard balled out 32 points, 5 assists, 4 rebounds. Shout out to JT. He had 30, 11, and 7. And JB had 27. And B, he showed up 26 and 10. Tyrese Maxey had 22. But it was belt, belt, belt. Go ahead and load it up, Lou. They don't have days like this now. Yeah. They can't miss. Three Sixers the other way My boy Embiid The wish he would have played the whole series though I hate that that happened to him I think this would have been a way better series Damn And that concludes all the Sixers highlights”
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The Celtics' dominance over the 76ers highlights the impact of injuries on playoff competitiveness, with Embiid's absence diminishing the series' potential.
“… real quick we should hit the series that you were at today, Bontemps, because Joel Embiid went from doubtful to in. And then it didn't matter. The Celtics powering up after two games where this series looked pretty tight. Peyton Pritchard, one of the great stories in the NBA, in all honesty. But Tatum and Brown just doing great. But you talked to Embiid after the game today. I don't know what you want to say. I actually haven't talked to you about it. I haven't even heard what he said. So you'll educate me right now. Yeah I mean I don know I mean I don know how much there is to say about it …”
“I think real quick we should hit the series that you were at today, Bontemps, because Joel Embiid went from doubtful to in. And then it didn't matter. The Celtics powering up after two games where this series looked pretty tight. Peyton Pritchard, one of the great stories in the NBA, in all honesty. But Tatum and Brown just doing great. But you talked to Embiid after the game today. I don't know what you want to say. I actually haven't talked to you about it. I haven't even heard what he said. So you'll educate me right now. Yeah I mean I don know I mean I don know how much there is to say about it really Like he obviously came back up to two and a half weeks out He only really got to go up and down once before playing today Was understandably rusty with his shot So ended up with 26-10-6, which is sort of an indication of just the immense talent that Joel is. But, look, in two games in this series, Philly's gotten run off the court. In the one …”
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The Boston Celtics crushed the Philadelphia Sixers despite Joel Embiid's return, showcasing a staggering 87-point advantage from three-point shooting over four games. While Embiid managed 26 points, the Celtics' depth and shooting prowess left the Sixers struggling to keep up. With key players like Peyton Pritchard stepping up, the Celtics are poised to wrap up the series if they maintain their momentum.
“… he's been efficient yeah he ain't giving you no 25 or 30 but he giving you an efficient 18 16 20 points a night i think that's good but i just think boston got too much on ocho you know you look at jb like you said on down the stretch jb he a totally different player this year bro man I don't know what happened to you know what I don't know Joe Joe if it was him winning the MVP him winning the Larry Bird award or him getting shunned from the Olympic team I don know which that right there him the most but he a different player Nike pissed him off Yeah I think Nike pissed him off Not only that I …”
“… know what I mean vj vj edge come gave 30 points last game you can't bank on that not from no rookie you know what i mean five for 17 from the three yeah you at home i think paul george been solid in this playoff series if y'all want me to be honest he's been efficient yeah he ain't giving you no 25 or 30 but he giving you an efficient 18 16 20 points a night i think that's good but i just think boston got too much on ocho you know you look at jb like you said on down the stretch jb he a totally different player this year bro man I don't know what happened to you know what I don't know Joe Joe if it was him winning the MVP him winning the Larry Bird award or him getting shunned from the Olympic team I don know which that right there him the most but he a different player Nike pissed him off Yeah I think Nike pissed him off Not only that I just think it his makeup Uncle Ocho to be one of the top guys in this league. You look at how hard he worked. You look at his body. Hell, he look like a damn DB defensive end out there. That's how we get down, Joe. I see. I see. I like it, bro. I like it. Look, look, there you go. There you go. But Boston got too much, man. This is what you call a …”
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The Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 108-100, showcasing their championship potential with standout performances from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Tatum hit five three-pointers, while Brown's late-game surge sealed the victory, proving Boston's depth and experience are too much for Philly, especially without star player Joel Embiid. This win puts the Celtics up 2-1 in the series, solidifying their status as a formidable contender.
“… to the Nets. That's fine. The point is they came into today not eliminated from the from the playoffs. The point is they came into today playing the Celtics C team. And if they won the game, they got to host two games together. make the playoffs. That was what's at stake. They started Desmond. The game was in Boston. The Celtics were benching pretty much all of their principals, including Peyton Pritchard. They sat there at their top eight players. Desmond Baines started this game because it was his 82nd start of the season. He played seven minutes, checked out of the game, and that was it for the …”
“… if they won and some things fell their way, they could avoid the play-in altogether. They could end up... Well, no, no, no, no, no. But just move that to the side. The Raptors had to lose to the Nets for that to happen. The Raptors would never lose to the Nets. That's fine. The point is they came into today not eliminated from the from the playoffs. The point is they came into today playing the Celtics C team. And if they won the game, they got to host two games together. make the playoffs. That was what's at stake. They started Desmond. The game was in Boston. The Celtics were benching pretty much all of their principals, including Peyton Pritchard. They sat there at their top eight players. Desmond Baines started this game because it was his 82nd start of the season. He played seven minutes, checked out of the game, and that was it for the first half. He did not start the second half. It was Desmond. Congratulations in this era where nobody seems to be able to stay healthy. You started all 82. Mikael Bridges for the second straight year played a handful of seconds in his 82nd game, you know, to check that box. Fouled, I think, 23 seconds into the game. Last year he fouled six seconds …”
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The Celtics pulled off a stunning comeback against the Magic, outscoring them 42-20 in the third quarter despite resting their star players. The Magic, who had a chance to solidify their playoff position, faltered as key players struggled. This game showcased the unpredictable nature of the NBA as the Celtics' bench players stepped up dramatically.
“… road, hey, I appreciate what y'all been doing. Thank you very much. But I'm going to get it from here. Yeah. And I think that's the luxury that the Celtics have that very few teams have. I mean they got guys that can score but you got a Derrick White and you got a JB that has no problem taking the tough defensive assignment because they understand let me do all we can and they'll trade off. Hey you'll see Derrick White try to deal with hard. You'll see JB try to slow down Mitch and vice versa to keep him giving them different looks hey guess what we're traveling we're blushing we want to get the …”
“… he just had to deal with KD He had to deal He had at some point in time in the fourth quarter he got to deal with KD Or some point in time in the fourth quarter, he got to deal with Kawhi. That's just the way it is. When the rubber needs to meet the road, hey, I appreciate what y'all been doing. Thank you very much. But I'm going to get it from here. Yeah. And I think that's the luxury that the Celtics have that very few teams have. I mean they got guys that can score but you got a Derrick White and you got a JB that has no problem taking the tough defensive assignment because they understand let me do all we can and they'll trade off. Hey you'll see Derrick White try to deal with hard. You'll see JB try to slow down Mitch and vice versa to keep him giving them different looks hey guess what we're traveling we're blushing we want to get the ball out hey we're going to make it swing it but it's going to be a great matchup to see how this thing shakes out when it's all said and done because we kind of know like the top four we'll see what Orlando can do we'll see what Toronto can do and see how this thing plays at the bottom I think this year I would have a little bit more confidence had …”
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The Boston Celtics' defensive strategy is their secret weapon, allowing them to dominate opponents by trading off tough assignments between Jalen Brown and Derrick White. This flexibility mirrors legendary teams like the Bulls, where multiple defenders wore down their rivals. With this approach, the Celtics are positioned as the top team in the East, capable of outlasting any competition.
“… man. But yeah, Hornets' fourth quarter was a disaster. for them. Maybe that's just a young team. They've been in that position before, but the Celtics look like a championship team. Obviously, they got the experience.”
“… Grant hit, he missed the three. got right back and shot another one. I was like, let's go. At the second point, I was like, yeah, Graham was in there bullshitting. Graham went on shit. He went on shit yesterday. He was in there fouling the fourth quarter, man. But yeah, Hornets' fourth quarter was a disaster. for them. Maybe that's just a young team. They've been in that position before, but the Celtics look like a championship team. Obviously, they got the experience.”
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The Boston Celtics showcased their championship potential by dominating the Charlotte Hornets, with standout performances that left fans buzzing. Despite the Hornets' struggles in the fourth quarter, the Celtics' experience and talent were on full display, proving they are the only Eastern team capable of winning it all this season. Jeff Teague and the crew break down the highlights and what this means for the playoffs.
“… Oh my god That was silly Come here And I got that too JC didn't get hurt to realize he could pass Out there doing dimes, man Shout out to the Celtics It's a scary team I would not want to see In the postseason, man Moving on B-Hen I know this was A little tough for you yesterday But the Hornets Beat the sleeves Off the T-Wolves 122-108 35-8 Miles Just had 25-8-7 J-Wolves 26-8 But load it up, man LaMelo 35-piece We will highlight on this show You know the vibes He coming back He need to immediately Damn, mate Go pass to an elbow no Hornets coming in Mike Conley and turn down some threes Mike …”
“… bounce pass on that team can you see that JC looking like Jason King Taylor Brown can't use his left hand bro Nah not a bounce pass like that Not going out JC In stride too Pull up game he has a burner I ain't gonna lie that definitely was a foul Alright Oh my god That was silly Come here And I got that too JC didn't get hurt to realize he could pass Out there doing dimes, man Shout out to the Celtics It's a scary team I would not want to see In the postseason, man Moving on B-Hen I know this was A little tough for you yesterday But the Hornets Beat the sleeves Off the T-Wolves 122-108 35-8 Miles Just had 25-8-7 J-Wolves 26-8 But load it up, man LaMelo 35-piece We will highlight on this show You know the vibes He coming back He need to immediately Damn, mate Go pass to an elbow no Hornets coming in Mike Conley and turn down some threes Mike you're fouling great defense Oh, give it back. Niggas ain't getting on. Dante being lazy. Back at this. Damn. Give it to the real. Don't ever leave me open. Dante, where you at? Damn. That's crazy. They're not even playing for real. That's funny. Who the D-Wolves? Yeah. Oh, yeah. Oh, come on. And one mixtape. That was nice. Three twins and you're …”
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The Boston Celtics triumphed over the Toronto Raptors with a decisive 115-101 victory, showcasing impressive performances from Jalen Brown and Jayson Tatum. Brown scored 26 points while Tatum delivered a double-double with 23 points and 13 rebounds, solidifying their status as a formidable postseason threat. Their chemistry and skill on the court are making the Celtics a team no one wants to face in the playoffs.
“… the first quarter. And then somehow it's like a 12-point game. Going into the fourth quarter, it's a 10-point game. This is like habitual with this Celtics team for whatever reason. And the Knicks are this team that's always down like 8 to 12 points for most of the game. And then all of a sudden they're making this rally and you're like, what happened? They were just down 16. So you have one team that can't hold on to leads the way I would love it. And then another team that seems to love coming back. Which they did last year in the playoffs in a devastating fashion two times in a row. last year …”
“… we're kind of back. This has already happened a couple of times this year. We'll be up 20. And then relax and do all the worst parts of the stuff that happened last year. You mean like last night? Like last night against Miami. We had 53 points in the first quarter. And then somehow it's like a 12-point game. Going into the fourth quarter, it's a 10-point game. This is like habitual with this Celtics team for whatever reason. And the Knicks are this team that's always down like 8 to 12 points for most of the game. And then all of a sudden they're making this rally and you're like, what happened? They were just down 16. So you have one team that can't hold on to leads the way I would love it. And then another team that seems to love coming back. Which they did last year in the playoffs in a devastating fashion two times in a row. last year did uh the knicks the knicks played detroit they beat detroit yeah but it was a it was a pretty good series it was a good series it was an either or series wait you went to the okc game last wednesday i did i what was the playoff crowd like what walk us through the crowd it was definitely a playoff crowd but i'm the beginning of the game was a …”
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The Celtics have a concerning habit of blowing big leads, as seen in their recent game against Miami where they led by 20 but ended the game only up by 10. This pattern echoes their struggles from last season, raising questions about their ability to maintain control against teams like the Knicks, who thrive on comebacks. With the playoffs approaching, this inconsistency could spell trouble for Boston.
“So I like where the Celtics are, man. I'm sure they're pretty ecstatic where they're at as well, which is probably why Tatum came back. And man, from the looks of it, I mean, 147 points, Ocho, you're going to win the majority of them games. You know, you scoring like that rate. Joe, they shot 58% from the floor. They shot 48% from the three. You're going to lose by 20. But damn near, you can't let a team shoot that high damn near 60% from the two-point line. You let them …”
“So I like where the Celtics are, man. I'm sure they're pretty ecstatic where they're at as well, which is probably why Tatum came back. And man, from the looks of it, I mean, 147 points, Ocho, you're going to win the majority of them games. You know, you scoring like that rate. Joe, they shot 58% from the floor. They shot 48% from the three. You're going to lose by 20. But damn near, you can't let a team shoot that high damn near 60% from the two-point line. You let them shoot 48% from the three-point line. Even if you made, the Heat made 24 threes. And they lost by 18 points. That's enough on my team. They had six guys in double figures and lost by 18 points. Wiggins had 13. Bam had 29. Mitchell had 21. Hero had 18. Larson had 18. Hawkins Jr. had 17. They made 24 threes, and they shot 46%, so it wasn't like they …”
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The Boston Celtics showcased their offensive might by scoring 147 points against the Miami Heat, shooting an impressive 58% from the field and 48% from three. With Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown leading the charge, the Celtics' depth and multiple scoring options make them a formidable opponent, even when one of their stars has an off night.
“… is way different than regular season. And for his body, not just his body, but just where he slots in to what's been so obviously successful for Boston this season is going to take time to develop. And lo and behold, he comes back with like 22 games or whatever it is to go in the season. And we're seeing it inch up slowly but surely where it's like he comes back. Everybody's like, whoa, I didn't expect him to look this good this early. Then he has a little low. It's like, ah, he kind of doesn't look the same. Then the other night, you know, he kind of explodes for 32 points in a game that …”
“… and, you know, on our show, when it was first introduced that Tatum would definitely be coming back this year. Paul Pierce said, look, he needs like 20 to 25 games to ramp up for the playoffs because everybody kind of understands playoff intensity is way different than regular season. And for his body, not just his body, but just where he slots in to what's been so obviously successful for Boston this season is going to take time to develop. And lo and behold, he comes back with like 22 games or whatever it is to go in the season. And we're seeing it inch up slowly but surely where it's like he comes back. Everybody's like, whoa, I didn't expect him to look this good this early. Then he has a little low. It's like, ah, he kind of doesn't look the same. Then the other night, you know, he kind of explodes for 32 points in a game that Jalen Brown is not playing. Right. And so. And Derek White, too. And Derek White. Exactly. And so to me, it's just Tatum not I'm confident he's going to be a huge contributor to the success that Boston ultimately ends up having this season. To me it just how does he figure out when and where to pick his spots and what to deploy You know when is he …”
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Jayson Tatum's return from injury could be the game-changer for the Boston Celtics as they gear up for the playoffs. With 22 games left in the season, Tatum is learning to balance his scoring prowess with playmaking, which is crucial for Boston's success. As he finds his rhythm, Tatum's ability to dominate the court could be the difference between a playoff exit and a championship run.
“What are the Celtics flaws at this point on a day that Tatum had? What did he finish with? 30-whatever. Jason Tatum. So Jason Tatum has really struggled shooting the ball. Coming in today, he had a great game. No Jalen Brown. No Derek White. They were in Charlotte. Charlotte playing second night of a back-to-back. This is a potential first-round series. Could be. Charlotte had a really intense game on Saturday night with Philly. We'll talk about that in a bit. But …”
“What are the Celtics flaws at this point on a day that Tatum had? What did he finish with? 30-whatever. Jason Tatum. So Jason Tatum has really struggled shooting the ball. Coming in today, he had a great game. No Jalen Brown. No Derek White. They were in Charlotte. Charlotte playing second night of a back-to-back. This is a potential first-round series. Could be. Charlotte had a really intense game on Saturday night with Philly. We'll talk about that in a bit. But obviously, the Celtics down a couple guys. They're on a back-to-back Monday night in Atlanta. See what happens in that game. Another potential first-round series for the Celtics. But Tatum had struggled. He'd been under 50% every single game he had played so far. Ends up going 12 for 23. Had 32 and 8. Eight assists. No turnovers. I was going to …”
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Jason Tatum's explosive performance of 32 points and 8 assists, with no turnovers, could signal a turnaround for the Celtics as they face playoff challenges. Despite missing key players like Jalen Brown and Derek White, Tatum's improved shooting efficiency is crucial for the team's success in the Eastern Conference. However, concerns remain about their reliance on inexperienced players in critical roles during the playoffs.
“I love, I mean, the Thunder Celtics game, the games last night, being Wednesday night, if you're listening to this on Friday, were just fantastic. Like, they were just top-notch basketball games. There were three just great, great games, one of which was the Celtics-Thunder game, and we'll get into sort of more about the basketball part of it, But my first love is Shea and Jalen Brown, just sort of like sub dissing each other in the post games. And like this Jalen Brown game was …”
“I love, I mean, the Thunder Celtics game, the games last night, being Wednesday night, if you're listening to this on Friday, were just fantastic. Like, they were just top-notch basketball games. There were three just great, great games, one of which was the Celtics-Thunder game, and we'll get into sort of more about the basketball part of it, But my first love is Shea and Jalen Brown, just sort of like sub dissing each other in the post games. And like this Jalen Brown game was really interesting because they have a lot of people to throw at him. You know, cause I was like rewatching it this morning, which is something I rarely do during the regular season, but it was, they've got Dort in front of them and, and, and they've got Gildas Alexander from the guy Caruso on them. Like they've got a lot to throw at a good wing …”
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After the Celtics' thrilling victory over the Thunder, a playful exchange unfolded between Jalen Brown and Shea Gildas-Alexander. While Shea complimented Jalen's ability to draw fouls, both players' comments hinted at competitive rivalry, showcasing the intensity of their matchup without direct insults. This intriguing dynamic adds depth to their on-court rivalry.
“… playing really well, that's something. And that was the first line in my notes after last night's game is like this game really reestablished the Boston Celtics as the best team, at least in the Eastern Conference. And if you look at FanDuel or anywhere you look, it's starting to be reflected in the odds to come out of the Eastern Conference. Boston is clearly the favorite now to win the East. I know you don't want to jinx anything. um but and then if you look at the records which you and i both love to do since january 1st they have the best record in the east since then so all signs are pointing to …”
“… just, to me, it epitomized that, hey, we still have these two guys. And if you're right, and I know we'll talk about this later, where Jalen Brown's season lands on the awards list, two of the top seven, eight, nine guys in the league when they're both playing really well, that's something. And that was the first line in my notes after last night's game is like this game really reestablished the Boston Celtics as the best team, at least in the Eastern Conference. And if you look at FanDuel or anywhere you look, it's starting to be reflected in the odds to come out of the Eastern Conference. Boston is clearly the favorite now to win the East. I know you don't want to jinx anything. um but and then if you look at the records which you and i both love to do since january 1st they have the best record in the east since then so all signs are pointing to sort of the dream outcome of this tatum return um that we've been talking about for the whole year it's all clicked and i think they can win the east sunday night was a little scary because they look bad in that minnesota game but i from everything i heard the travel stuff was really like once in a decade made crazy. Like they were just on a runway …”
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The Boston Celtics have found a game-changing strategy for the playoffs by utilizing Jayson Tatum at the center position, allowing for dynamic offensive plays and improved rebounding. This adjustment not only enhances their lineup's versatility but also puts pressure on opposing centers, positioning the Celtics as the favorites to win the Eastern Conference. With Jalen Brown and Tatum firing on all cylinders, the Celtics are primed for a deep playoff run.
“… going to play that many games together So in the playoffs they going to be on the floor together What, 30, 33 minutes a night? That'd be great for Boston if that's what it ends up being. Yeah, whatever, like the threshold that Tatum could cross, right? But, you know, Jalen Brown's going to be on the floor. So you want to get those guys together. I think there's, I don't think you'll ever see them apart. So like Joe in a big game like that, we'll dabble on. I think last night we probably saw our rotation minutes. The only thing that would be changed, like Hauser didn't play well yesterday. If …”
“… where one of those guys will be on the floor at all times so just like wrap your mind around what you saw last night was probably the way it going to be but also remember chemistry between those two keep them on the floor as much as you can They not going to play that many games together So in the playoffs they going to be on the floor together What, 30, 33 minutes a night? That'd be great for Boston if that's what it ends up being. Yeah, whatever, like the threshold that Tatum could cross, right? But, you know, Jalen Brown's going to be on the floor. So you want to get those guys together. I think there's, I don't think you'll ever see them apart. So like Joe in a big game like that, we'll dabble on. I think last night we probably saw our rotation minutes. The only thing that would be changed, like Hauser didn't play well yesterday. If Hauser's playing well, he's playing more. Great call by going with Baylor Shireman.”
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In a surprising twist, the Celtics are finding success with both Jason Tatum and Jalen Brown on the court together more often, enhancing their chemistry. Coach Joe Mazzulla is experimenting with rotations, ensuring one star is always on the floor, which could be crucial for their playoff strategy. This approach could maximize their scoring potential and keep defenses guessing as the season progresses.
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