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Updated: Apr 27, 2026 – 66 episodes
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“… 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.
“… a second-tier contender, for example, even though I can admit that their injuries have held them back in the standings. Number eight, the Boston Celtics. The case for this team is really simple. Most of their statistical markers are excellent. They're fourth in offense. They're fourth in net rating. They're positive in all the margin stats. They outscore teams in points off of turnovers. They outscore teams in second-chance points. They outscore teams in fast break points, right? So they're winning on the margins. They just have this glaring personnel weakness in the frontcourt, which you saw …”
“… And at a certain point, that's just kind of who you are. And then two, that lack of physicality in all their position groups, I think it makes them really high risk for upset in a playoff series. And it's why I'm not quite as high on them as, like, a second-tier contender, for example, even though I can admit that their injuries have held them back in the standings. Number eight, the Boston Celtics. The case for this team is really simple. Most of their statistical markers are excellent. They're fourth in offense. They're fourth in net rating. They're positive in all the margin stats. They outscore teams in points off of turnovers. They outscore teams in second-chance points. They outscore teams in fast break points, right? So they're winning on the margins. They just have this glaring personnel weakness in the frontcourt, which you saw in their most recent loss against the Blazers, where once again, they're picking on their bigs and drop coverage. And then as soon as they go away from their bigs and go small, you're seeing them get bullied, whether it's, you know, Denny Avdia going at Peyton Pritchard, or it's, you know, Donovan Klingen just burying Hugo Gonzalez underneath the …”
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The Cleveland Cavaliers have struggled with injuries but show promise when their key players are healthy, while the Boston Celtics excel statistically but face challenges in their frontcourt depth. Both teams have potential playoff implications, with the Cavs gaining momentum and the Celtics needing a trade for frontcourt improvement.
“The Boston Celtics, unsurprisingly, go into Sacramento and beat the Sacramento Kings. 120-106 is the final score there. The Celtics went with the same starting lineup, but the second half, it was Sam Hauser who started over Jordan Walsh. 29 minutes for Hauser, he had 15 points, he hit 5 threes. We know we can't trust the power forward spot. Some days Walsh will look good, although that hasn't happened for weeks. Sometimes it'll be Gonzalez, sometimes it'll be …”
“The Boston Celtics, unsurprisingly, go into Sacramento and beat the Sacramento Kings. 120-106 is the final score there. The Celtics went with the same starting lineup, but the second half, it was Sam Hauser who started over Jordan Walsh. 29 minutes for Hauser, he had 15 points, he hit 5 threes. We know we can't trust the power forward spot. Some days Walsh will look good, although that hasn't happened for weeks. Sometimes it'll be Gonzalez, sometimes it'll be Hauser. Today it was Hauser. Just, he is a three-point streamer. Don't overreact. I know that we're all dropping Jordan Walsh, and we've done that. He's on his way, out of the rotation. Get that garbage out of here! Five minutes only for Walsh. He went scoreless during that time while Gonzalez had three and six. They are just burning spots on your …”
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The Boston Celtics defeated the Sacramento Kings 120-106, with standout performances from Jalen Brown and Sam Hauser, while the Utah Jazz faced the LA Clippers with several key players missing, leading to unexpected contributions from Isaiah Collier and Kyle Filipowski. The segment also discusses the struggles of Keegan Murray and the inconsistent play of various Clippers players.
“Go ahead and load up for Peyton Pritchard boy He put on the show yesterday Yeah Real name Clark This will make the Celtics special If they can have an on-mits like this What this Damn Oh yeah It's DG's That's so disrespectful He got a burning bro He literally the best shooter on the floor He baby They talking about they can beat him in one-on-one Y'all better chill out Boy, he drunk That's what he do Buzzer beat a pitcher, bro Oh Man, hell no He's not beating that That's so crazy Get off me Watch out, PG That's JT That nigga NB like I got me running corner to …”
“Go ahead and load up for Peyton Pritchard boy He put on the show yesterday Yeah Real name Clark This will make the Celtics special If they can have an on-mits like this What this Damn Oh yeah It's DG's That's so disrespectful He got a burning bro He literally the best shooter on the floor He baby They talking about they can beat him in one-on-one Y'all better chill out Boy, he drunk That's what he do Buzzer beat a pitcher, bro Oh Man, hell no He's not beating that That's so crazy Get off me Watch out, PG That's JT That nigga NB like I got me running corner to corner Y'all bullshit down here I ain't sure I ain't touching the rim though It's all Yeah Yeah I don't know what them niggas talking about Beating him I'm hanging that up He shouts Nas boy Niggas that's retired Yeah he'll beat the fuck out of Nas And he's just as strong as Nas That's what people don't I hate that I even be doing that 30-11-7 shots are …”
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Peyton Pritchard stole the show in the Celtics' recent playoff game, showcasing his skills as the best shooter on the floor. His impressive performance, including a buzzer-beater, has fans buzzing about the Celtics' potential to dominate the series against the 76ers. This is a pivotal moment that could define the Celtics' playoff success.
“… 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.
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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.
“All right, Stan, you're calling Nick Celtics tonight, right? Absolutely. You know, the Celtics have four of their starters. Everybody but Tatum listed as questionable. So we'll see who shows up. and plays tonight. That's always, when you do these games, that's always the catch a little bit, but Tatum's going to play. So that'll be interesting, returning to the scene of his injury. He said that he sort of feels weird about it. And so I think to get it done before the playoffs is important. …”
“All right, Stan, you're calling Nick Celtics tonight, right? Absolutely. You know, the Celtics have four of their starters. Everybody but Tatum listed as questionable. So we'll see who shows up. and plays tonight. That's always, when you do these games, that's always the catch a little bit, but Tatum's going to play. So that'll be interesting, returning to the scene of his injury. He said that he sort of feels weird about it. And so I think to get it done before the playoffs is important. You know, his return has just been, it's incredible. I mean, I've seen guys go through it, not just to come back. That was one thing. But then to be at the level he's been at, particularly over the last six games, playing 35 minutes a game, averaging 25 points and 11 rebounds and five assists. And I mean, he's just shooting the ball well in 10 …”
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Jayson Tatum's return from injury has been nothing short of remarkable, averaging 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists in just 10 months. His seamless reintegration into the Celtics lineup showcases the unpredictable nature of the NBA, where teams like Oklahoma City have also surprised fans this season. With the playoffs approaching, the league continues to defy expectations, reminding us that anything can happen.
“… 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' playoff chances have skyrocketed thanks to unexpected contributions from their centers. After struggling with rebounding all season, the return of key players has solidified their defense and transformed their offensive strategy. This shift is crucial as they head into the playoffs, with the team's dynamics now firmly under Coach Missoula's control.
“… the most part, you got other guys who are willing to step up and have no problem with stepping up and playing a big factor, you know, in the Boston Celtics advancing in the postseason.”
“… they understand what it's like. You know what I mean? So they know if they need to be counted on, obviously they're going to come through. They'll win you some games in the postseason. You're going to put a lot of load on Brown and Tatum. But for the most part, you got other guys who are willing to step up and have no problem with stepping up and playing a big factor, you know, in the Boston Celtics advancing in the postseason.”
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With Jayson Tatum back, the Boston Celtics are now the favorites to dominate the Eastern Conference. Tatum's triple-double and Jaylen Brown's explosive scoring showcase their formidable duo, supported by a strong cast of role players ready to step up in the playoffs. This combination of talent and experience positions them as a serious threat for the championship.
“… heard of before this season okay And they are poised to be the number two seed in the East. They're looking like the favorites. And it's because the Celtics operate within a structure and a system that is so, they're so disciplined. And on both ends of the floor, like their offense is disciplined. Their defense, their rotations, their basically matchup dependent coverages. And what do I mean by that? It's like, all right, when Brunson and Cat run a pick and roll, we guard it like this. When Brunson and OG run a pick and roll, we guard it like this. When OG and Cat do something, we like they are so …”
“Just look at the dudes that they are trotting out there on a night basis I promise you half these guys y never heard of before this season okay And they are poised to be the number two seed in the East. They're looking like the favorites. And it's because the Celtics operate within a structure and a system that is so, they're so disciplined. And on both ends of the floor, like their offense is disciplined. Their defense, their rotations, their basically matchup dependent coverages. And what do I mean by that? It's like, all right, when Brunson and Cat run a pick and roll, we guard it like this. When Brunson and OG run a pick and roll, we guard it like this. When OG and Cat do something, we like they are so locked in. And like to me, you can't take that away from Joe Mads. And another thing I'll say, Brad Stevens don't get enough credit. He's the executive of the year. OK, to be finding these scrap heap guys and people say, well, they got Tatum and Brown. Well, they have Tatum for three quarters of the season. OK, and to be finding these dudes, …”
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Coach Joe Mazzula has already locked up the Coach of the Year award, despite his modest remarks about the accolade. His leadership has transformed the Boston Celtics into a formidable team, making them hard to guard with their fast-paced and unpredictable style. Mazzula's ability to manage and motivate his players is a key factor in their success this season.
“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.
“… 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 …”
“… 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.
“… minutes in the conference finals that seems like a lot to ask, but he's been terrific. And I think if you go back over the years, I feel like the Celtics, they're always kind of thinking like, what else can we do? I think they're one of the smarter organizations. I imagine you'd agree. And I don't think I'm sharing too much, but it was like relayed to me in a way. It was like looking at how the Miami Heat had done with their development internally. Okay, we're going to grab this player and we look at him and we've identified some traits and then we're going to try to develop this guy and so you …”
“… what a brutal uh assessment of course it's smaller he just had Achilles um so um like no I mean I watched that game and you know and look I don't know is let me ask you this is Baylor Shireman for like do you believe in Baylor Shireman getting rotation minutes in the conference finals that seems like a lot to ask, but he's been terrific. And I think if you go back over the years, I feel like the Celtics, they're always kind of thinking like, what else can we do? I think they're one of the smarter organizations. I imagine you'd agree. And I don't think I'm sharing too much, but it was like relayed to me in a way. It was like looking at how the Miami Heat had done with their development internally. Okay, we're going to grab this player and we look at him and we've identified some traits and then we're going to try to develop this guy and so you have all these stars you have championship aspirations and I think maybe some teams can just not worry about that part of it because the other part is so much more important and the Celtics are on this internal development run here that I think is remarkable and I totally understand it not like anybody gonna open up a show with like Hey have you …”
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The Boston Celtics' game plan effectively highlighted the Oklahoma City Thunder's vulnerabilities, particularly their reliance on star player Shea Gildress-Alexander for scoring. By packing the paint and forcing other players to create, the Celtics showcased a championship-level strategy, which could be pivotal as the season progresses. This tactical approach raises questions about the Thunder's depth and shooting consistency as they navigate the season.
“… Brown, you throw Cade out there, that lineup is great. Hauser's playing well. They get good minutes off the bench. I just can't believe how good the Celtics are. Well, I think the issue, and I'm not casting Tatum up, I think he's just. 75 percent, 70 percent of what he was last year. So Jalen Brown has obviously ascended into an elite, elite player. And I still I still feel like Tatum has a ways to go.”
“… that makes them the favorites. I don't know. I would put them in the Knicks sort of head to head. And we can talk about Cleveland and Detroit too later. But I think he looks tremendous. and this core four that they have of White, Pritchard, Tatum, Brown, you throw Cade out there, that lineup is great. Hauser's playing well. They get good minutes off the bench. I just can't believe how good the Celtics are. Well, I think the issue, and I'm not casting Tatum up, I think he's just. 75 percent, 70 percent of what he was last year. So Jalen Brown has obviously ascended into an elite, elite player. And I still I still feel like Tatum has a ways to go.”
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In a thrilling matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Jalen Brown outperformed star player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, showcasing his elite skills and solidifying his MVP candidacy. Brown's ability to score against even the best defenses, combined with his physicality and improved decision-making, has made him a standout player this season, proving he can dominate when it matters most, especially in crunch time.
“… story was Sunday night, after said game that Tracy McGrady and the NBC crew was at against the Wolves without Anthony Edwards in Boston, where the Celtics couldn't hit a shot and blew a lead and lost, Tatum had a pretty frank post-game interview about all this stuff. And at one point he got asked about how you sort of handled the ups and downs of trying to come back. And he said, quote, I didn't know how this blank was going to be. It's tough. In the moment, you try not to think about it. You just want to be Jason Tatum and feel like yourself again. But I'm not Superman, so it's obviously going …”
“from a guy coming back off of a 10-month rehab. Did you think Tatum was just going to hit the ground running at an all-NBA level off of an Achilles? And the thing that spurred this story was Sunday night, after said game that Tracy McGrady and the NBC crew was at against the Wolves without Anthony Edwards in Boston, where the Celtics couldn't hit a shot and blew a lead and lost, Tatum had a pretty frank post-game interview about all this stuff. And at one point he got asked about how you sort of handled the ups and downs of trying to come back. And he said, quote, I didn't know how this blank was going to be. It's tough. In the moment, you try not to think about it. You just want to be Jason Tatum and feel like yourself again. But I'm not Superman, so it's obviously going to take some time. And it is obviously going to take some time. He wasn't going to come back and immediately be a first-team All-NBA player. And that's just the question is, can that ramp-up period happen fast enough for him to get back to being an all-star All-NBA caliber player by the time the playoffs come around? But I will say, when the Celtics …”
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The return of Jason Tatum gives the Celtics an actual championship ceiling, enhancing their playoff prospects despite initial struggles.
The NBA playoff race is unpredictable with key injuries and team dynamics, but the Celtics' potential championship ceiling hinges on Jason Tatum's return to form.
“… By the time it was the third quarter, it's like, all right, they're interviewing Buddy Heald. I can disengage. So, yeah, Siobhan O'Heele. Sun Celtics was, oh my goodness, was this great. So the first thing that stood out was in the third quarter, it's like, you know, they're both in the 60s by halftime. In the third quarter, Devin Booker was an absolute force of nature. He had 23 consecutive of their points. And I'm like, there's nothing. And it's all three levels and there's nothing you can do with him. And then. But Verno, there's like. I have Celtics that I would say that you could match …”
“… the teams around them are playing well as well. Well, and then there's nobody to really gain ground on behind you because all those teams are losing on purpose. Losing, yeah. And the Sixers. So that one ended, well, ended for all intents and purposes. By the time it was the third quarter, it's like, all right, they're interviewing Buddy Heald. I can disengage. So, yeah, Siobhan O'Heele. Sun Celtics was, oh my goodness, was this great. So the first thing that stood out was in the third quarter, it's like, you know, they're both in the 60s by halftime. In the third quarter, Devin Booker was an absolute force of nature. He had 23 consecutive of their points. And I'm like, there's nothing. And it's all three levels and there's nothing you can do with him. And then. But Verno, there's like. I have Celtics that I would say that you could match up with Devin Booker. You would think I can name five Celtics. You would think. And and yet he is just destroying them. And well, he's destroying them. But meanwhile, just keeping Phoenix in the game. Right. Like, that's what it's taking to stay in the game is him being that great. And then by the time they get to the fourth quarter, this was one …”
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Jalen Brown's explosive 41-point performance, including 18 points in the fourth quarter, solidifies his status as the leader of the Celtics. This pivotal moment not only showcased his talent but also shifted the team's dynamics, especially in light of Jason Tatum's injury. Brown's ability to step up in crucial moments is redefining the Celtics' identity as they push for playoff positioning.
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