King of the Fourth Quarter

Jim Quigley and Mike Quigley are kicking off season six of Hard Foul, which they left off in season 5, lamenting the injury of Jayson Tatum and the future of the Celtics. Jim says he would trade the Celtics' 2024 title for Tatum's health and a better CBA. Mike gives some trade ideas, and Jim wonders if ownership wants to get completely out of the repeater tax and what that could mean for Jaylen Brown's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics pissed down their leg in Game 6, and now the rebuild or reconstruction begins. What was the main culprit for the Celtics' playoff failure? Where does Brad Stevens go with the roster now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Led by Jaylen Brown, Derrick White, and LUKE Kornet, the Celtics staved off elimination by blowing out the Knicks. We look back at Game Five and dive into what the Celtics need to do in Game Six to beat the Knicks and force a Game 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It doesn't get much worse than this: Jayson Tatum tore his Achilles, and the Celtics go down 3-1. Can the Celtics bounce back, and what does Tatum's injury mean for the franchise's future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics find their process and their shot in a must-win Game 3. They must replicate this effort to even the series in New York on Monday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayson Tatum and the Celtics blew another 20-point lead and now trail the Knicks 2-0. Can the Celtics come back? Is this bad luck, or is something much deeper brewing with the Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics choke away game 1. We break down what went wrong, and how concerned Celtics fans should be. Was it just shot making, or is there a bigger issue to address? We also dive into KP's health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics are the heavy favorites against the Knicks. Jim and Mike both predict the Celtics will be victorious in this series, but in this pod, we break down what needs to happen for the Knicks to upset the Celtics and advance to the ECF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayson Tatum told the Magic to go home, and now we look ahead to the Knicks in round 2. We give flowers to Al Horford and break down KP's struggles. How does Jrue Holiday's hamstring injury impact the Celtics in 2nd round? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown lead the way as the Celtics take a 3-1 first-round lead vs. the Orlando Magic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics show championship toughness and grit in beating the Orlando Magic in Round 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals. We breakdown Jaylen Brown's big night, and dissect Jayson Tatum's injury and what it means for the Celtics. Warning: the last 4 minutes of the pod is devoted to current world events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Magic came to play defensively, but it wasn't enough as the Celtics take game 1 of the ECF quarterfinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Celtics repeat for the first time in 57 years? We give you the reason why they can, and why they can't. Plus, we give our preview and predictions for the NBA's first round playoff matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tatum and KP lead the Celtics past the Knicks. Can anyone out East stop the Celtics? How concerned should we be about Jaylen Brown's health, and looking ahead to a potential first round matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Nash, who covers the Orlando Magic for the Fan First Sports Network, joins Mike and Jim to preview a potential first round playoff clash between the Celtics and Magic! Find Kyle Nash: @TheSoTG on IG, Twitter, Threads, BlueSky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics and Luke Kornet keep on rolling. Should the Celtics shutdown Jaylen Brown. Chis GaSpER calls Jayson Tatum soft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics dismantled the Kings and have now won 10 of their last 11. Jayson Tatum injured his ankle when Domantas Sabonis slid under his foot on a 3 point attempt. And Baylor Scheierman's improved play and standing in the Celtics rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics have new ownership. We breakdown what it all means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rebounds, fouls, Chet Holmgren, SGA, and non-Tatum minutes sink Celtics vs the Thunder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown lead the way as the Celtics outclass the Lakers with a dominant third quarters. Al Horford is 115 years old and can still defend the NBA's top offensive players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We debate who is the best White to ever play for the Celtics: Derrick or JoJo. Look ahead to the Lakers and Thunder, and give our thoughts on Celtics City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics split the Cleveland in Denver at home. We break it all down and what it means for the Celtics as we look ahead to the playoffs. Mike gives advice on what to do if you get punch below the belt during a basketball gaem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim joins his Fan First Sports Network family members: Tate from "That's Rather Cavalier" and June from the "Bleachers to Speakers" to breakdown the Celtics loss to the Pistons and preview tomorrow night's showdown with the Cavs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics continue to roll after the All Star break, blowing out the Knicks and the Sixers. We look ahead to Friday night showdown with the Cavs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike gives advice to Adam Silver on how to fix the All Star Game, and he kisses Tatum's ass all in one episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin joins the show as we compare this years Celtics to last years championship team. Is the starting 5 beginning to jell, does this rendition of the Celtics get bored, and what to expect the rest of the season - Justin discusses all this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayson Tatum and the Stay Ready crew stomp out Heat Culture. Looking ahead to Wemby, and advice from Mike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics dominate the Knicks at MSG. Tatum has 40 and Kornet was perfect from the field. Mike also give advice on what to do if your angry about the Super Bowl halftime show for really no reason at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renowned Texas litigator, Chris Kratovil, joins the pod to connect the dots from the Texas Legislature to Miriam Adelson to the trade of Luka Dončić. Tune in to hear a theory of the trade that the mainstream sports press isn't talking about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayden Springer is out, Jimmy Butler is in Golden State - we breakdown the moves and how they impact the Celtics. Plus, we look back on the Celtics impressive win vs. the Cavs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We look back on the Celtics 26 point comeback vs the 76ers, and look ahead to the Cavs/Celtics heavyweight matchup.

Late game errors doom the Celtics vs the Rockets. But signs of life are there in win against the Bulls. We dig into the play of Porzingis, White, Brown, Tatum, and more. Are the Celtics ready to break out of being consistently inconsistent?

We examine the recent late game meltdown from the Celtics, and explain why fans should be concerned about the Celtics midseason slump.

What's wrong with the Celtics? We take a look at the players, defense, coaching, and health to figure out what has these Celtics playing like an average NBA team.

The Celtics struggles at home, Trade deadline talk, Team sale update.

We grade out the Celtics 3-1 Western Conference road test, and assess where the Celtics currently rank in the NBA hierarchy.

Jim and Mike dive into the Celtics' upcoming road trip – will it be a disaster or an opportunity?  One thing's for sure: we're about to find out what this year's team is truly made of. Plus, we take a hilarious look back at the worst takes of 2024, including some unexpected bird talk and life advice straight from Mike. Don't miss out! Be sure to listen and send us your questions and advice ideas for the Pod – we love hearing from you!

We attempt to diagnose the Celtics worry spots, give a concern level, and evaluate possible fixes.

Mike and Jim breakdown the Celtics disappointing effort vs the Bulls, and coach Joe Mazzulla's meltdown. Mike also gives holiday advice and hands out Christmas coal to former Celtics. Cameron Tabatabaie, host of the Celtics Lab Podcast, joins Jim to discuss Celtics player development.

Celtics go double big and dominate Pistons. Pritchard and White get hot. Concerned about Tatum missing another game with an ailing knee? Around the NBA and advice by Pastor Mike!

The Celtics split vs. the Grizzlies and the Bucks. Morant and Jackson shine for Memphis, and we break down the strategy of leaving Holiday open from 3. We analyze the Celtics clutch 4th quarter vs the Bucks, Tatum's dominance, and Giannis' history of dirty play. Mike advises on how you should talk to your kids about pets having intercourse.

"Professor" Pritchard goes off with 4 straight 20 point games. We breakdown the Celtics win vs the Heat, and Donovan Mitchell's heroics to take down the C's on Sunday. We added a new segment: "Advice With Mike." Want advice from Mike email the show at ahardfoul@gmail.com Payton Pritchard video footage created by the great Tomasz Kordylewski (@timi_093)

The Celtics blasted the Clippers in KP's triumphant return. Plus, we offer advice on Thanksgiving conversation and to the City of Boston on bike lanes. Jim's pick of the day: the under in the Minny/Houston game. All that and more on the "They're Gonna Call it a Hard Foul?!?"

ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Kristaps Porzingis will return tonight against the Clippers. Mike and Jim also break down the Celtics' thrilling win over the Timberwolves.

The Celtics ended the Cavs' 15-game win streak. We highlight how Tatum and Brown score through contact, and we second-guess Coach Mazzulla. The Celtics bring a playoff level of intensity.

Celtics win in overtime on a Tatum buzzerbeater vs the Raptors. Problems with the Celtics defense? Where is Tillman? And looking ahead to tonight's showdown vs. the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers.

Celtics don't take the Hawks seriously and the basketball Gawds make them pay, and then they play some of their best basketball of the season vs the Nets. We take stock in Neemias Queta's play, and praise the on the floor leadership of Tatum and Brown. We also look around the league at the Sixers, Knicks, and Bucks. While looking ahead at the showdown between the Celtics and Cavs on Tuesday night.

Is the Warriors and Nets physical approach to the Celtics - the new way of doing business? Giannis Antetokounmpo and the floundering Bucks. Taking stock in the Celtics bench, and looking around the league.

Jim and Mike nitpick the world champ's 6-1 start. Grant Williams is a dirty player? Joel Embiid assaults a 76ers beat reporter.

Payton Pritchard is a buzzer-beater legend. The Celtics pulled away from the Bucks in the 4th quarter. Tony Brothers should be fired—Mike Pods solo.