Podcast appearances and mentions of Jayson Tatum

First Take resumes with major potential trades in the NBA. LeBron may be on his way to Golden State, and Kawhi to Toronto. Which move would immediately turn their squad into contenders? Then, are Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic truly defensive liabilities? Next, would you rather start a team with Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00-32:51) Matthew Tkachuk is the lede today, Doug. Matthew joins us on the phone lines. Back dooring the flight with his brother. Carrying a 5 HDCP. How the Brady trade to Florida came together. Grandpa's Apple Watch breaking the news. Panthers needing to take the next step. The difficulty for an athlete to play in their home town. Hoping to play his entire career in Florida. Dad getting the call for the Hall of Fame. Grandma praying it into existence. Did he feel pressure in the Olympics? Going to Chaminade with Jayson Tatum. Can't say that on the radio, Matthew. Heading to a bachelor party at LOTO.(32:59-46:26) Team USA loses a last second heartbreaker last night that really didn't mean anything. USA vs. Bosnia on Wednesday. Some Blues news. Jason Robertson not interested in signing with the Note. Mason McTavish.(46:36-59:59) Some with the Diamondbacks weren't thrilled with the Cardinals not moving the game up yesterday. You're fine, shut up. Not much upside to the tweet. Day game in July.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Tkachuk is the lede today, Doug. Matthew joins us on the phone lines. Back dooring the flight with his brother. Carrying a 5 HDCP. How the Brady trade to Florida came together. Grandpa's Apple Watch breaking the news. Panthers needing to take the next step. The difficulty for an athlete to play in their home town. Hoping to play his entire career in Florida. Dad getting the call for the Hall of Fame. Grandma praying it into existence. Did he feel pressure in the Olympics? Going to Chaminade with Jayson Tatum. Can't say that on the radio, Matthew. Heading to a bachelor party at LOTO.Team USA loses a last second heartbreaker last night that really didn't mean anything. USA vs. Bosnia on Wednesday. Some Blues news. Jason Robertson not interested in signing with the Note. Mason McTavish.Some with the Diamondbacks weren't thrilled with the Cardinals not moving the game up yesterday. You're fine, shut up. Not much upside to the tweet. Day game in July.99 Luft Balloons. Audio of Ecuador shocking Germany. Do better or retire Tim. 61Hate not happy with the Matthew Tkachuk interview. Why is Jackson pretending to like soccer? An executive aura. My people celebrate on Saturday. Tony, Tony, look around, something's lost that must be found.Blues owner, Tom Stillman joins us. Four picks in the first round of the draft. Some ability to wheel and deal. His thoughts on the current state of the franchise. Does he feel the need to add a star? Television rights situation. Biggest challenges since taking over as owner of the Blues.Happy Birthday PTA. Drops of the Week.Pleased to be joined in studio by friend of the show and World Series Champion, Jeff Suppan. Supp almost went out and got a navy hat for the occasion. Cheating on us with KMOX tonight. Doug taking Tom Seaver deep. Hiding out by the Golden Tee machine. Supp's 13 day call in streak ended when Jackson big leagued him. Supp's thinking about starting a podcast. He wasn't afraid of Carpenter.Chairman has licensed "Soup's Gone Cold" for Supp to use for his podcast. Lots of smells and odors in here. Suppan is a fan of Jackson's hair. Stuck in the middle seat on the way to STL. Not a skier or a surfer. Giving up a homerun to the first batter he faced in the big leagues. Throwing a no-hitter without knowing what a no-hitter was. Stealing a base at Wrigley Field. His post season starts. His relationship with Yadi. Speaking Spanish with the latin players.One more segment of stories with Supp.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who are the 20 best players in the NBA heading into next season? We're doing the impossible: a way-too-early ranking of the league's elite and debating which stars belong in each tier. We start with the true franchise carriers—Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, and Giannis Antetokounmpo—the superstars capable of dragging a team into contention. Then we break down the No. 1 options who can lead championship runs with the right supporting cast, including Luka Dončić, Jalen Brunson, Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, and Jayson Tatum. We also discuss the players we still need to see more from, including Cade Cunningham, Donovan Mitchell, and Karl-Anthony Towns, plus rank a loaded wing group featuring Kawhi Leonard, Jalen Williams, and Jaylen Brown. Can Tyrese Maxey and Scottie Barnes save the East Play-In tier? And where do NBA legends Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James belong as they continue to defy Father Time? Plus, we reveal the stars who just missed the cut, including Bam Adebayo, Devin Booker, Jamal Murray, and Pascal Siakam.   RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealM Radio with Wes Goldberg, the Double Dribble and Good Take every week.   Monday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Tuesday: RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg Wednesday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Thursday: Good Take with Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer   Subscribe to watch more RealGM Radio videos: youtube.com/@realgmradio   FOLLOW REALGM ON SOCIAL RealGM on X/Twitter https://x.com/RealGM RealGM on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/realgmnba/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Christian Arcand Show | Wednesday, June 24, 2026

After the Heat once again thwart the Celtics, Brian opens with a list of his least favorite teams of the 21st century (0:00). Then, he chats with Bobby Manning about the fallout from the failed Jaylen Brown for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, what Jayson Tatum is thinking about all of this, the NBA draft, and whether Brown will be traded this offseason (22:30). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener emails, some honorable mentions for Brian's least favorite teams list, and the latest news involving Dianna Russini (1:18:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Bobby Manning Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

0:00 .... Ross hello and welcome, introduces the panelists, and dedicates show #254 to Sam Mitchell, who was drafted #54 overall in the 1985 NBA Draft. 0:58 ... Giannis Antetokounmpo is now a member of the Miami Heat after the Bucks traded him on Monday night.  The guys react to the trade and feel like the Bucks took a better deal from Miami than Boston was willing to offer with their package involving Jaylen Brown. 5:35 ... The Heat will need to add some shooting if they want to put a team out there that can compete even though they've added a Hall of Famer in Giannis.  Ross feels that Miami can't go "cheap" and has to stay aggressive. 10:14 ... The Heat have been excellent at developing talent over the years and they will find some diamonds in the rough to complement Giannis and Bam Adebayo. 10:55 ... Ross shares his "wish list" of guys he wants the Heat to go after during the next few months. 12:00 ... The guys discuss the future for the Bucks after losing their best player.  Ross feels like they may even improve on their record from last season under new coach Taylor Jenkins.  Bruce was having flashbacks to 1975 when Milwaukee traded another superstar player who went on to great success with his new team.  World B does not share Ross's optimism about the Bucks prospects next season. 17:10 ... Now that Jaylen Brown knows he was on the trading block, can he return to the Celtics feeling good about his relationship with the team and with fellow star Jayson Tatum? 21:49 ... Julius Randle is traded from Minnesota to Brooklyn in a three team trade that also has Nik Claxton going from the Nets to the Bulls and the Wolves shedding salary and signing Ayo Dosunmu to a contract extension.  The deal frees "Nuclear Naz" Reid to start at power forward for the Wolves. 26:01 ... The guys examine the first round of the draft on Tuesday with an extended discussion of AJ Dybantsa to Washington, Darryn Peterson to Utah, and Cameron Boozer to Memphis. 30:12 ... The guys discuss the big winners in the first round ... Bruce likes OKC drafting 7'3" Aday Mara, who could develop into a defender that can battle Victor Wembanyama more effectively than Chet Holmgren did in the playoffs. 31:14 ... Bruce liked Sacramento choosing Alex Karaban, who reminds him of former Kings sharpshooter Peja Stojakovic. 32:38 ... World B liked the draft choices that Charlotte made with Christian Anderson from Texas Tech and Zuby Ejiafor from St John's.  He also liked Kingston Flemings going to Atlanta as their point guard of the future.  Ross really liked how Memphis snagged Karim Lopez at #21 along with Cam Boozer at #3 and also stockpiled some additional picks with some trades. 36:06 .... Biggest losers?  Bruce cited the seven teams that did not have draft picks in the first round.  World B felt the Nets messed up their first round pick by passing on Darius Acuff and choosing Mikel Brown. 38:21 ... Bruce has a final thought about his work on the NBA Draft between 2003-2017 when he was at ESPN.  Watching the fantasy become a reality for the draftees and their families is something that he never got tired of witnessing 39:21 ... Ross wraps the show TRT 39:40     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing the future of Jaylen Brown after the failed Giannis trade attempt.(16:49) Reactions to the current Celtics roster situation.(28:41) The guys reflect on Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum's relationship over the years.(35:59) The hour finishes with more discussion on Jaylen Brown's market and potential returns for him.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tobin and Leroy rank their excitement for Miami's newest high-profile athletes, including Giannis Antetokounmpo and Malik Willis. They explore the chemistry between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown while addressing rumors about Sergei Bobrovsky's future with the Panthers. Additionally, they react to Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s on-field lollipop usage. 01:50 - Marlins Update Viral Dog 06:40 - Celtics Trade Rumor Drama 18:45 - Ranking Miami Newest Stars 34:45 - Pelle Larsson And Bobrovsky 41:15 - Chisholm On Field Lollipop

On Monday, just one day before the NBA Draft, the hosts of WEEI continue to discuss the possibility of the Celtics landing all-world big man Giannis Antetokounmp from the Milwaukee Bucks, while the Miami Heat are still rumored to be in play. Are you willing to potentially break up Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and the rest of the 2023-24 championship team's core?

On Monday, just one day before the NBA Draft, the hosts of WEEI continue to discuss the possibility of the Celtics landing all-world big man Giannis Antetokounmp from the Milwaukee Bucks, while the Miami Heat are still rumored to be in play. Are you willing to potentially break up Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and the rest of the 2023-24 championship team's core?

On Monday, just one day before the NBA Draft, the hosts of WEEI continue to discuss the possibility of the Celtics landing all-world big man Giannis Antetokounmp from the Milwaukee Bucks, while the Miami Heat are still rumored to be in play. Are you willing to potentially break up Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and the rest of the 2023-24 championship team's core?

Ray Allen joins Cedric Maxwell on his podcast to discuss Kevin Garnett's jersey retirement and what it would mean to have his #20 jersey retired by the Celtics. Plus, he discusses making the NBA 75 team and what advice he has for Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. 0:00 - Intro 0:10 - Ray Allen Talks About Kevin Garnett Jersey Retirement 1:52 - Kevin Garnett shouting Ray Allen out, fans have massive ovation 3:05 - Ending the Big Three Beef is Best for the Celtics Organization 4:10 - Max has been encouraging the big three to reconcile, Paul the peacemaker 5:50 - What it means to have your number retired at the Garden 7:00 - How Younger Players Look at the Legends 7:55 - Ray Allen Experience at the NBA 75th Anniversary 11:19 - Ray Allen was Awe struck by _____ at #NBA7513:15 - He Got Game + Denzel Washington Stories 17:26 - the state of the NBA in 2022 19:25 - Ray Allen explains if he wants his number retired 21:22 - Ray's fav moment as a Celtic 22:10 - Ray and Max similarities pertaining to the Celtics and Their respective Big Three(s) 22:42 - Ray Allen thanks Max for keeping his memory and contributions alive in Celtics Nation, even during bad times 23:21 - Ray Allen message to Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown CLNS Media's preferred Daily Fantasy partner is PrizePicks. Sign up at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Use Code CLNS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Christian Arcand Show (on a Saturday!) | June 20, 2026

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The Christian Arcand Show (on a Saturday!) | June 20, 2026

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show with the Giannis trade happening this weekend according to Tom Haberstoh. (13:17) Zolak, Beetle, and McKone talk about Perk wondering about the relationship between Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum right now(21:21) Zolak and Beetle talk about the Red Sox ALMOST comeback win last night and Sonny Gray postgame commentary.(30:55) The guys start off with Beetle talking about how bad the Red Sox are and where they rank out of the worst Boston Sports teams of our lifetime.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In an abbreviated edition of the Jones and Keefe show, the guys talked about the latest in the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes. The guys also discussed Colin Cowherd's comments about Jayson Tatum's importance to the Celtics. Red Sox insider Rob Bradford joined the show to talk about Driveline Baseball's Kyle Boddy's departure from the organization and which players should be considered for the trading block. Finally, Jones and Keefe discussed today's Knicks parade and the Bruins' announcement that Patrice Bergeron's #37 will be retired.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by recapping on Giannis and where he is more interested in going, the Celtics or Heat (10:04) Still talking about Giannis' trade and the rumors. They also took some calls on this topic.(22:36) The guys continue talking about Giannis and Jaylen Brown and how Tatum feels about it.(34:47) The guys finish up the hour with the Giannis and Jaylen Brown trade or if Giannis is going to the Heat?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jones and Keefe opened the show discussing The Ringer's Top 100 Players in the NBA for the 2025-26 season.  The guys talked about the rankings of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and members of the NBA champion Knicks.  Finally, Jones and Keefe talked about the top trade candidates for the Red Sox.

The Ringer ranks the best players in the NBA and both Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are ranked surprisingly low on this list. Have we overrated the Celtics two superstar players?

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by recapping the latest on a potential deal for Giannis and discuss whether or not a deal for the Bucks big will cost Jaylen Brown or if the Celtics can beat any Heat offer without giving up the Celtics star.(7:54) Bertrand makes the case for Boston for Giannis “He should come to Boston if he wants to win”. Beetle puts forward the idea of moving Brown elsewhere after getting Giannis. Zolak and Bertrand take callers' thoughts on a potential Giannis deal and Jaylen Brown.(17:52) Gary Washburn doesn't think Giannis will end up in Boston. Zolak and Beetle discuss Boston's attempts to keep a potential Jaylen Brown deal under wraps. Beetle says that the Celtics pitch is strong for Giannis and Jayson Tatum should be involved.(26:05) Beetle says the Celtics would be cheaping out if they move Brown for anything other than Giannis. Zolak, Beetle, and McKone take calls on Jaylen Brown and potential Giannis landing spots.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the Celtics seemingly having interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo, the guys discuss what Jayson Tatum would prefer to play with the Milwaukee Bucks superstar, or if he would rather keep his current running mate in Jaylen Brown.

Sean McAdams struggles to name a team less relevant than the Red Sox // How the Red Sox can turn this around // Best drummer alive // Is Jaylen Brown's time in Boston really coming to an end? //

Why does Jayson Tatum have the perception of being soft? // We launch YOUR Take Grenades! // Giannis Watch predictions //

Odds for Giannis neck and neck between Boston & Miami // Ken builds his case for Boston being the best place for Giannis // Cat Harvey breaks down Gillette World Cup vibes // Cat Harvey goes viral // Sean McAdams struggles to name a team less relevant than the Red Sox // How the Red Sox can turn this around // Best drummer alive // Is Jaylen Brown's time in Boston really coming to an end? // Ty Windisch reveals what he's been hearing on Giannis Watch // Jayson Tatum vs Jaylen Brown // Callers take us to task over Tatum vs Brown debate // Ted Johnson, professional scuba diver?! // Why does Jayson Tatum have the perception of being soft? // We launch YOUR Take Grenades! // Giannis Watch predictions //

Two teams with almost zero contractual leverage, Boston and New York have almost no choice but to run it back. But what does that mean in both cases? Does Jaylen Brown go back to being the #2? Do the Celtics have the resources to bring in more help at PF or C? Will Knicks be over or under-drafted based on the Finals win? The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/oldmansquad Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Google Sheet with Ranks, Weekly Streaming Schedule Charts & Injury Replacement Adds FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's episode of the BIG 3 NBA Podcast, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani A. Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss the latest rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jaylen Brown. They also discuss what Boston can learn from the Knicks championship run. Finally they discuss Boston being the betting favorite to come out of the East and if they buy their chances. 00:00 Intro 3:30 Should Celtics break up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown 6:10 Washburn on his report about Jaylen Brown and Giannis 7:55 Other Giannis suitors 14:50 Washburn: Heat are Favorites to Land Giannis 16:30 PrizePicks 18:00 What can Celtics learn from Knicks Championship? 23:00 Celtics need DAWGS 32:30 Celtics favorites to come out of East The BIG 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:

The guys dive into the surprising chatter around Jaylen Brown potentially being available in trade talks, questioning why the Celtics would even consider moving a player who has been such a key part of their success alongside Jayson Tatum. While both stars have performed at an elite level in Boston, the conversation centers on whether the duo can truly coexist long-term, especially with Brown previously hinting at wanting a bigger spotlight as a true No. 1 option. That narrative is fueled by Brown's recent comments calling this past season his favorite of his career, a year in which he often took on a larger role with Tatum sidelined for stretches due to injury. The segment explores whether that shift in responsibility has changed the dynamic in Boston—and if it could ultimately lead to a breakup of one of the NBA's top tandems.

Hour 4 opens with World Cup talk as excitement builds for tonight's first World Cup match in Miami, bringing global soccer energy to South Florida. The conversation also touches on the Panthers and expectations for next season, with the belief that once fully healthy they'll be right back in the mix as a serious contender. The guys then dive into NBA offseason chatter surrounding Jaylen Brown and the Celtics, questioning why Boston would even consider breaking up their core despite Brown and Jayson Tatum both thriving at an elite level. With Brown hinting at wanting a bigger spotlight and recent comments being interpreted in different ways, the discussion explores whether the two stars can truly coexist long-term or if a split is inevitable. From there, the hour shifts into lighter topics, including the booming popularity of Pokémon card collecting and flipping, and whether Jaylen Brown is actually more valuable than Giannis in today's NBA landscape. The hour wraps with Anthony Chiang joining to break down the latest Heat–Giannis rumors, Tyler Herro trade buzz, and Miami's potential backup plans if a blockbuster move doesn't materialize, including cap flexibility strategy and roster-building questions moving forward.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand begin hour No. 3 with how Tatum would feel about the Giannis trade(11:02) The guys talk about Florio and Michael Holley wondering why the Patriots didn't drive a harder bargain for AJ Brown.(19:27) The crew talks to Mathew Slater, former Patriots special team captain(30:51) Hour No. 3 finishes with a discussion on the Ipswich lacrosse story, which takes an insane turn over the weekendSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This hour: The Tartan Army will be stateside for at least another week; Tatum has a whole summer to get back to 1st-Team status; Sox win B2B home games for the first time in a long while; Christian Gonzalez wants to be a Patriot, not a holdout

In this cut from episodes 348 and 349, El Uno and TraB the Wonder dive straight into the NBA Finals, analyzing the matchup between the Mavericks and the Celtics. The hosts debate team leadership, questioning if Jayson Tatum is truly equipped to be the face of the franchise, while arguing that Jaylen Brown consistently proves himself as the most reliable force on the court. The conversation then tackles the real-world complexities of navigating the healthcare system as a minority, emphasizing the frustration of doctors relying on statistics over simply believing a patient's lived experience and pain. Finally, the duo shifts back to the hardwood to discuss Kyrie Irving's role alongside Luka Dončić and debate whether Steph Curry and Klay Thompson truly are the most talented backcourt in NBA history.00:03:10 - Jaylen Brown vs. Corporate Politics: Discussing Brown's Eastern Conference Finals MVP win and his highly intelligent focus on solving inner-city wealth gaps. 00:04:40 - The Media's Negative Machine: How the media landscape thrives on outrage and negative news to drive clicks and engagement. 00:08:42 - Medical Bias & Frustration: A raw discussion on racism in the healthcare system and the exhausting fight to simply have doctors believe your pain. 00:12:17 - Is Kyrie Discombobulated?: Analyzing Kyrie Irving's struggles to take charge and be the "Batman" when Luka gives him the space to cook. 00:14:21 - The Ultimate Backcourt Debate: A heated argument over "skill" sliders, comparing Kyrie's handles against the legendary shooting of Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. 00:16:38 - The Kristaps Porzingis Problem: Discussing Porzingis as the original unicorn big man and why the Mavericks' defense looks completely lost trying to guard him. 00:18:46 - Shell-Shocked in Game 1: Dissecting Dallas's poor shot selection, long rebounds, and inability to match Boston's defensive intensity out the gate. 00:21:29 - Tatum's Inconsistency: Contrasting Jayson Tatum's boom-or-bust shooting nights with Jaylen Brown's unshakeable reliability. 00:24:48 - The Face of the League: Unpacking the politics of NBA marketing and why a highly articulate player like Jaylen Brown gets sidelined in favor of an easily marketable star.

Today! The Tartan Army invades Boston for the World Cup; WC Fever has caught up with Mego, thanks to Wiggy; the Celtics' rumor mill continues pointing at Giannis; Can other NBA teams get over on Brad Stevens?

This hour: Happy Birthday to WEEI's one & only Stiz; the magic word is ‘alignment'; the C's are opening to moving one of the Jays; Dan hates to see the Jays fight… Can they patch it up, or is a split imminent?

On this episode, we put Jalen Brunson under the microscope and ask a simple question: at their absolute best, who would you rather have? Brunson goes head-to-head with Tyrese Haliburton, Jimmy Butler, Kyrie Irving, Damian Lillard, Russell Westbrook, James Harden, Jayson Tatum, Luka Doncic, and Chris Paul as we debate where the Knicks superstar truly belongs among the elite. Plus, we break down the eight MLB contenders that should be pushing all their chips in for Tarik Skubal, and examine which teams make the most sense as trade partners. We also go through every major National League and American League contender with a Why They Win, Why They Lose outlook heading into the stretch run, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses that could define October. Finally, we shift to the NFL and rank our top 10 offenses and top 10 defenses entering the season, including some surprise risers and a few powerhouse teams that could dominate on both sides of the ball. From Brunson's place among NBA stars to MLB playoff races and NFL rankings, this episode covers it all. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian opens by discussing the NBA Finals, and compares Jalen Brunson's game to Jayson Tatum's (0:00). Then, Brian chats with Baseball America's Ian Cundall about the Red Sox-Yankees series, why the trio of Roman Anthony, Marcello Mayer, and Kristian Campbell has struggled in the big leagues, Caleb Durbin's improvement at the plate, and whether the Red Sox will be buyers or sellers (13:50). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Red Sox (58:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bob Nightengale says other GM's perplexed by Craig Breslow // Craig Breslow says he has a great relationship with Theo Epstein // Jalen Brunson more clutch than Jayson Tatum?! // Rich debuts his brand new hit country song! //

Jalen Brunson more clutch than Jayson Tatum?! Spoiler alert: yup

Brayan Bello gets sent down to the minors after disastrous outing yesterday // Do the Knicks have a better roster than the Celtics? // Ted updates his Pats' season predictions after A.J. Brown addition The Knicks keep on winning // Blind ranking the WORST Red Sox moments of the season so far... // A.J. Brown promises to not use social media to blast teammates // Where is all this World Cup energy we keep hearing about?! // Vic Dibitetto warns us all TO GET THE BREAD & MILK ahead of Wilbur show // Christopher Nolan movies & best opening scenes // Russell Wilson vs Eli Manning in terms of a HOF career // Could our own Ken Laird call Brayan Bello's first game back in the minors? // Gronk comes through with some sound financial advice for rookies // Bob Nightengale says other GM's perplexed by Craig Breslow // Craig Breslow says he has a great relationship with Theo Epstein // Jalen Brunson more clutch than Jayson Tatum?! // Rich debuts his brand new hit country song! //

Marcos makes a questionable statement about modern women not knowing how to cook! And the gang debates who is more valuable to the Celtics Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown!

The Frogboy week continues; and the gang breaks down Game 1 of the NBA Finals as the Knicks battled back to take the first game in San Antonio! Leroy shares a hilarious story of his printer getting remotely shut off; and we run through celebrity birthdays! Marcos tries to make sense of the colors of the rainbow and tries to exile letters in the alphabet. The gang gets into the idea that aliens are in fact real; but Leroy needs a little more to be convinced. Quin Ewers is reportedly doing well at minicamp sparking a debate on if there could be a QB battle in Miami Gardens! Marcos makes a questionable statement about modern women not knowing how to cook! And the gang debates who is more valuable to the Celtics Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown! Marcos makes a proclamation that leaves Leroy and Brittney dumb founded! The gang continues the debate of the best football movies from the other day; and Brittney tries to convince the guys that Friday Night Lights is one of the best shows ever made!

Chris Forsberg talks with ESPN Front Office Insider Bobby Marks about the offseason challenges facing Brad Stevens and the Celtics. What would a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo look like, and who might be the odd man out if that happens? Who gets an extension and who gets moved? 00:00 – Bobby Marks on challenges facing Brad Stevens  06:50 - Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors  10:50 - NBA Tax Apron Rules Explained  20:22 - Celtics' 4 Extension-Eligible Players  27:35 - RIP Spirit Airlines WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us for an exciting episode of Showtime with Coop, where the Michael Cooper dives deep into the fun "Start, Bench, Cut" debate featuring some of the NBA's biggest stars! In this episode, they analyze the careers of Kyrie Irving, Luka Dončić, and Damian Lillard, sparking a lively discussion about their unique strengths and weaknesses. The conversation continues with Jayson Tatum, James Worthy, and Scottie Pippen, as the hosts clash over who deserves the top spot based on their all-around game and defensive skills. Finally, they tackle the intriguing comparison of Norm Nixon, Maurice Cheeks, and World B. Free, showcasing their playmaking and scoring abilities. Tune in for a fun-filled episode packed with basketball insights and playful banter! Showtime with Coop is Powered by:

WEEI presents a collection of discussions surrounding the Celtics after a wild week. Hear from Jones & Keefe, The Greg Hill Show, and Rich & Ken with Ted Johnson as they react to Joe Mazzulla winning Coach of the Year after calling it a "stupid award". They debate whether this gives him ultimate job security or puts a massive target on his back. Plus, a deep dive into the mounting speculation that the Houston Rockets have "significant interest" in trading for Jaylen Brown. Does Jaylen secretly want out of Jayson Tatum's shadow? Would a package around Alperen Sengun ever be enough for Brad Stevens to pull the trigger? That and more on this week's Best Of Celtics on WEEI!

WEEI presents a collection of discussions surrounding the Celtics after a wild week. Hear from Jones & Keefe, The Greg Hill Show, and Rich & Ken with Ted Johnson as they react to Joe Mazzulla winning Coach of the Year after calling it a "stupid award". They debate whether this gives him ultimate job security or puts a massive target on his back. Plus, a deep dive into the mounting speculation that the Houston Rockets have "significant interest" in trading for Jaylen Brown. Does Jaylen secretly want out of Jayson Tatum's shadow? Would a package around Alperen Sengun ever be enough for Brad Stevens to pull the trigger? That and more on this week's Best Of Celtics on WEEI!

WEEI presents a collection of discussions surrounding the Celtics after a wild week. Hear from Jones & Keefe, The Greg Hill Show, and Rich & Ken with Ted Johnson as they react to Joe Mazzulla winning Coach of the Year after calling it a "stupid award". They debate whether this gives him ultimate job security or puts a massive target on his back. Plus, a deep dive into the mounting speculation that the Houston Rockets have "significant interest" in trading for Jaylen Brown. Does Jaylen secretly want out of Jayson Tatum's shadow? Would a package around Alperen Sengun ever be enough for Brad Stevens to pull the trigger? That and more on this week's Best Of Celtics on WEEI!

Cedric Maxwell is the color analyst for the Boston Celtics Radio Network and the MVP of the 1981 NBA Finals. Max joins the show to discuss Jaylen's most recent comments, why Boston is better off retaining him, and what he told Jaylen right before Jayson Tatum's return to the NBA. X: @cedricmaxwell81 3:28 - Celtics should improve on the fringes 14:48 Does Jaylen want his own team? 32:40 C's need another front court player 41:01 Mazzula wins CoY Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday May 29th, 2026. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles discuss this off season's trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo. What would the Celtics have to give up in return? Would they split up Tatum and Brown to make it happen? Could all 3 together be a possibility?  00:00 - A potential Giannis trade 04:55 - Kevin O'Connor: Tatum and Giannis work well together? 11:33 - Brian Scalabrine: What would it cost the Celtics? 15:55 - Bobby Marks: Is there any world Celtics can have Giannis, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum? 20:25 - Jaylen Brown's trade market  WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand begin hour No. 3 with reactions to Mike Vrabel's OTA press conference. (15:02) We react to Christian Gonzalez missing OTAs. (23:23) The crew continues with their thoughts on Christian Gonzalez's contract. (30:10) Hour No. 3 finishes with a discussion about Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown underachieving during their tenure with the Celtics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.