Celtics Reddit Podcast

BING BONG the Knicks are dead. You hate to see it, but hey at least they had their 2nd round victory parade. But in all seriousness, where do the Knicks go from here? Plus, Pacers/Thunder is going to be awesome, and a bunch of semi-realistic Giannis / Celtics trade scenarios.

Everything you need to know about what's possible for the Boston Celtics within the new NBA collective bargaining agreement. Ryan Bernardoni joins us to discuss the various pathways for the Celtics to get back on top. Plus, your CBA questions answered, which beloved Celtics may have played their last game in green, and potential trade partners. Check out Ryan Bernadoni's stuff over on Medium: https://medium.com/@rbernardoni

We're back to react to a wild night in the NBA, one where Aaron Nesmith island was proclaimed a global sovereign nation after a wild finish between the Indiana Pacers and the New York Knicks. Plus, the Boston Celtics get a billion dollar cash injection, Jayson Tatum finishes high in MVP rankings, and Derrick White misses out on all-defense.

The immediate future of the Boston Celtics is uncertain. With Jayson Tatum potentially missing an entire year, how should the Celtics approach the 2025-2026 NBA season? We break down all of the possible scenarios, trade possibilities, and information that's yet to come that might influence how Brad Stevens navigates the offseason. Check out this awesome offseason primer article by Charlie Cummings at Swish Theory: https://theswishtheory.com/nba/2025/05/the-boston-celtics-rebuild-window/

Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Luke Kornet led the downtrodden Boston Celtics to an incredible win against the New York Knicks. Can they keep the immaculate vibes going in game 6?

Jayson Tatum almost certainly has a torn achilles, and the Celtics are down 3-1. Thank god we won a title last year, but it doesn't get much worse than this. Jake Issenberg and Dan Greenberg break it all down, including how the Celtics underperformed in Game 4, and what the Tatum injury means for the short and long-term future.

The Boston Celtics finally got a win against the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. What changed? How did the Celtics flip the series' momentum? Plus, Payton Pritchard was incredible off the bench, Tatum is troubleshooting with Drew Hanlen, Kristaps Porzingis is trying to figure it out, and much more.

Jake Issenberg and Dan Greenberg put it aptly to begin this one, "the unimaginable has happened". The Celtics find themselves in a 2-0 hole after dropping BOTH games at home against the New York Knicks. What the #&@% is going on? Despite this, the Celtics remain favorites to win the next two games, so there is some copium on offer in this pod, so tap in.

Dan Greenberg of Barstool Sports joins us to react to the Celtics going down 0-1 to the Knicks.

What can we expect from this long-awaited playoff series between the New York Knicks and the Boston Celtics? Will the Celtics continue their regular season dominance against the Kicks, or will New York surprise us in the playoffs? DJ Zullo from Knicks Film School joins us to break down the series from both sides, including how the Celtics will attack the Knicks, what advantages the Knicks will find against Boston, and what the key aspects of the series will be. Follow DJ Zullo on Twitter/X

Which round 2 matchup do you prefer for the Boston Celtics? Will either the Pistons or Knicks test the Celtics' offense as much as the Orlando Magic? Plus, we recap the best moments from the Magic series, check in on Pacers/Cavs, and circle back on Jayson Tatum's dominance because why not?

You asked for it! Celtics Late Night will now make a regular appearance on our podcast feed. Dan Greenberg joins Jake Issenberg to recap the Celtics/Magic series, the Game 5 emotional rollercoaster, and much more.

We did iiiiit! The Celtics close out the Magic in 5 games and finally generate some quality 3-point looks. Offensive struggles, injury concerns, Porzingis looking vulnerable -- Championship red flags, or the side effects of a playoff series against an elite defense? Plus, Jayson Tatum adds to his postseason body of work, statistical trends through the series, and is this the end of the Bucks as we know it?

Offensive struggles, injury concerns, Porzingis looking vulnerable -- Championship red flags, or the side effects of a playoff series against an elite defense? Plus, Jayson Tatum adds to his postseason body of work, statistical trends through the series, and is this the end of the Bucks as we know it?

The Boston Celtics have taken a commanding 3-1 series lead after an all-around gutsy team performance down in Orlando. Jayson Tatum led the way with several vintage playoff buckets, and Al Horford bolstered the squad's defensive efforts. Sam Lafrance from the How 'Bout Them Celtics podcast joins us for another Instant Reaction postgame show.

Jaylen Brown led the Celtics to a Game 2 victory in Jayson Tatum's absence. We break down JB's game, the adjustments on both sides, the Kristaps bloodsport moment, and much, much more.

The Boston Celtics are now up 1-0 in their first-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic. In our game one recap, we cover how the Celtics managed to put the Magic away despite relatively poor performances from their best players, including: - Derrick White and Jrue Holiday's elite guard play - Payton Pritchard proving he's playoff-worthy - The Magic's unique ability to defend the Jays "straight up" Plus, other game 1 takeaways, adjustments for game 2, and much more.

How will the Boston Celtics break down the Orlando Magic's high-ranked defense? Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston joins us to preview the Celtics' first-round playoff series. Plus, Jaylen Brown's knee injury, Tatum forging his legacy, and much more.

The Playoffs are upon us! Join us for an early preview of the Boston Celtics' playoff bracket, plus the "pleasing matchup" rankings: two teams set two destroy each other in the first two rounds. Plus, we recap all the best and most surprising storylines from the 2024-2025 Boston Celtics season.

Why the Orlando game was insignificant but also extremely weird, plus the nerdiest Baylor Scheierman deep-dive you will find on the internet.

The Boston Celtics have won a lot of games this year (once again). Join us for a live draft of the best wins of the season. Game winners, blowouts, comebacks, slain rivals. It's time to look back on a season that had it all.

The Celtics absolutely decimated the Suns yet again. Meanwhile, Jaylen Brown had another impressive offensive output while thoroughly not looking like himself. What does this mean long-term? Is Jaylen on the same page with the Celtics medical staff? Plus, all the reasons why the Celtics will succeed this postseason.

How would the 2024 NBA draft go down if teams could re-do their picks? We do the full 2024 NBA re-draft. Plus, the Celtics come back down to earth, and people are starting to worry about Jaylen Brown.

Jack Simone joins us to discuss the Celtics' approach to ramping up for the playoffs, Jaylen Brown's physical health, and the dismal Phoenix Suns. Plus, Kristaps Porzingis is in incredible form, and why the Pacers might be the worst potential playoff matchup.

The Celtics have won 6 in a row, but Celtics fans minds are elsewhere; Jayson Tatum's ankle. We react to all the latest news and details on the injury, plus Jake dials in from his Japan trip to give us an update along with his thoughts on everything happening with the team.

The Celtics have won 5 games in a row and look thoroughly in control as they approach the playoffs. Guys are getting consistent rest, Porzingis is ramping up, and key role players have found their form. What are the key takeaways from tonights win in Portland, and what are they key concerns through this final stretch of regular season games?

The Boston Celtics have been sold! An ownership group led by Massachusetts native William Chism purchased the NBA franchise for $6.1 billion. Who is this guy? What do we know about him so far? And most importantly, what does it mean for the immediate and long-term future of the team? Plus, Spooney attends THE Baylor Sheierman game, and some late-season schadenfreude.

Kristaps Porzingis bravely returned from the bubonic plague and looked great, but one stat had us concerned. Dan Greenberg of Barstool Sports joined us to discuss the Heat/Nets back-to-back, KP's return, and why the Jrue Holiday ramp-up could be one of the most masterful playoff ramp-ups of all time.

Celtics fans are feeling a little thunderstruck after a frustrating loss to OKC in Boston. Can the Celtics find a way to consistently crack the OKC defense? Is this perhaps THE most important matchup for KP to be healthy for? Can we get more from Pritchard and Hauser in these bigger games? We run through all the burning questions to come up after this loss. Later, the final stretch of the Celtics' schedule, and what areas the Celtics need to clean up before the season ends.

Another day, another Celtics win. Sam Hauser was overdue for a 3-pt explosion and got it done for an undermanned Celtics team at home. Plus, Jrue Holiday is looking like his old self again, and Kristaps Porzingis' latest injury is to his immune system.

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown made their mark on the first chapter of the renewed Celtics/Lakers rivalry. Were the Los Angeles Lakers just knocked off as potential title contenders? Plus, Jrue Holiday's return, Al Horford and Lebron's battle of the old guys, Sixers schadenfreude, and much more.

The Celtics have won 8 of their last 10, and against the Blazers they did it in ridiculously exciting fashion. Dan Greenberg aka StoolGreenie of Barstool Sports joined us on Celtics Late Night to break down the game and discuss what's next for the Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discussing why the Celtics win over the Nuggets was low-key awesome and should not be overlooked. Plus, the Celtics have waived Anton Watson and signed Miles Norris. We also tell you everything you need to know about mallet finger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Boston Celtics struggled in Detroit on Wednesday night in the second game of a back-to-back. Did the Pistons' defense expose some potential weaknesses with the Celtics? Plus, previewing the massive upcoming matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Ben and Spooney unload their latest lizard brain takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics put the Knicks in their place for the 3rd time this season, but the real story from this game might be that Jrue Holiday suddenly looks like himself again. Plus Tatum the triple-double merchant, Derrick White playing with joy, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayson Tatum triple-doubles in an epic blowout of the Sixers in Philly! Luke Kornet's VORP is off the charts! We went live on YouTube immediately after the game to discuss.

A sneak-peak into the additional content we serve up for our Patreon subscribers. This is one of our player deep-dives, and this time we're focussing on Jayson Tatum as he ascends to perhaps the highest level he's been at in his career thus far.

It's finally the all-star break, and the Boston Celtics have completely shifted the vibe in February. Are they now the undisputed title favorites? Plus, KP vs Wemby, Torrey Craig's debut, Jayson Tatum's continued dominance, and what's going on with NBC Sports Boston's new camera angles?

The Celtics are winning again. Jayson Tatum is playing out of his mind, Derrick White has found his confidence, and Sam Hauser's marksmanship has returned. So we ask, are the Celtics all the way back? Plus, where will Torrey Craig sit in the rotation? Who does he beat out for playing time?

Jayson Tatum just destroyed the Knicks in front of countless New York celebrities and a sold out MSG crowd. Where does this rank among all-time performances by Celtics players in New York? Is this now definitive proof that these Celtics are a "switch flip" team? Plus, Derrick White is all the way back, Pritchard back in 6MOY contention, and much more. Sam LaFrance joined us for this episode of Celtics Late Night. Check out the 'How Bout them Celtics' podcast on YouTube!

The Celtica take down the #1 seed Cavs in their own building! Have they now put the rest of the league on notice?

What just happened? We give our raw reactions to the Luka Doncic trade, and why on Earth the Mavs would even consider such a move. Plus, what do the Lakers look like going forward, and how does this all impact the Celtics?

It's official, the Celtics are on a winning streak. Sure, it's only 2 games, but we'll take what we can get after a rough January. Sam LaFrance of the How 'Bout Them Celtics podcast joins us to recap the Celtics/Pelicans game, and look ahead at the February schedule.

The trade deadline is less than a week away. Will Brad Stevens make a move?

The Celtics dropped a heartbreaker to the Houston Rockets. Could they have done anything differently to secure the win?

Is Derrick White back? Is saying "the Celtics are back" back? We might be back here folks. Jake and Spooney hung out on Celtics Late Night after the Mavs game to evaluate the Celtics' performance and look at this upcoming stretch heading into the all-star break

What will it take for the Celtics to prove to us (let alone themselves) that they're capable of winning another NBA championship? Plus: The East is different this year Jaylen Brown can Jaylen-Brown his was out of this funk the 40-20 milestone is in jeopardy Philly are still awful + much more!

It's time for an ultra-cathartic slump ranking session. Let's get it all out on the table and discuss every little thing that is responsible for the Boston Celtics' mid-season slump. We won't just be ranking the slumpiest players; we'll rank everything wrong with the defense and the overall lack of execution on the court.

Are the Boston Celtics still the lone championship favorites, or have the Cavs and Thunder legitimately joined them at the top of the mountain? Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight joins us to discuss the Celtics' place among the league's best, Jayson Tatum's current super-stardom rankings, sensitive fan-bases, and much more. Follow Jason on Twitter/X: https://x.com/_jasonlt Check out Hoops Tonight on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoopsTonight

Dan Greenberg aka StoolGreenie of Barstool Sports joins us to recap the Celtics win in Denver, and the importance of putting together a 3-1 road trip after a rocky few weeks.

The Boston Celtics' incredible west-coast road trip took a sour turn on Sunday night after a brutal loss to the Thunder. Does it mean anything, or should we just write it off and move on? We break down the OKC game, then zoom out and examine why the Celtics have succeeded through the rest of their road trip. Plus, the latest rendition of the Schadenfreude Report courtesy of Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat.