Celtics Beat - CLNS Media https://www.clnsmedia.com/category/celtics-beat/ Covering Boston Sports Since 2009 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:21:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://www.clnsmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Favicon.png Celtics Beat - CLNS Media https://www.clnsmedia.com/category/celtics-beat/ 32 32 Why Jayson Tatum will adjust to Jaylen Brown’s new role | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/why-jayson-tatum-will-adjust-to-jaylen-browns-new-role-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-jayson-tatum-will-adjust-to-jaylen-browns-new-role-celtics-beat Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:18:35 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=150318 Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the rest of the NBA for Barstool Sports. Greenie joins the show to discuss the Celtics’ chase for 40/20, Tatum’s adjustment to Jaylen Brown, and how great Payton Pritchard is this season. X: @StoolGreenie Celtics Beat is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks – https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS [...]

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Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the rest of the NBA for Barstool Sports. Greenie joins the show to discuss the Celtics’ chase for 40/20, Tatum’s adjustment to Jaylen Brown, and how great Payton Pritchard is this season. X: @StoolGreenie

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Is Jaylen Brown Playing Like a Top Five Player This Year? | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/is-jaylen-brown-playing-like-a-top-five-player-this-year-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-jaylen-brown-playing-like-a-top-five-player-this-year-celtics-beat Mon, 29 Dec 2025 01:20:09 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=150237 Bobby Manning is a Celtics Beat writer for CLNS Media and Boston Sports’ Journal. He also co-hosts the Garden Report and other podcasts for CLNS Media. Bobby joins the program to discuss the growth of Joe Mazzulla and Jaylen Brown. Celtics Beat is Powered by:  💰 Prize Picks – https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & [...]

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Bobby Manning is a Celtics Beat writer for CLNS Media and Boston Sports’ Journal. He also co-hosts the Garden Report and other podcasts for CLNS Media. Bobby joins the program to discuss the growth of Joe Mazzulla and Jaylen Brown.

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Why the Celtics Should Not Trade Anfernee Simons | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/why-celtics-should-not-trade-anfernee-simons-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-celtics-should-not-trade-anfernee-simons-celtics-beat Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:30:14 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149977 Gary Washburn covers the Boston Celtics and the rest of the NBA for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the “success” of the Emirates NBA Cup, why adding a scorer NEEDS to be a priority, and why Brad and Joe deserve more credit. X: @GwashburnGlobe 0:00 – ⏰️EPISODE TIMELINE⏰️ 1:13 – Knicks [...]

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Gary Washburn covers the Boston Celtics and the rest of the NBA for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the “success” of the Emirates NBA Cup, why adding a scorer NEEDS to be a priority, and why Brad and Joe deserve more credit. X: @GwashburnGlobe

0:00 – ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰
1:13 – Knicks win NBA Cup
4:50 – Thoughts on NBA Cup as a whole
23:14 – Prizepicks
27:03 – Thoughts on Celtics so far this season
35:00 – Will Jayson Tatum come back and play this season?
36:50 – Looking at potential trade targets and who Celtics would move
51:00 – Does the Celtics Basketball Operations group get enough credit?
1:01:58 – Wrapping up

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Why Jordan Walsh should start when Jayson Tatum Returns | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/why-jordan-walsh-should-start-when-jayson-tatum-returns-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-jordan-walsh-should-start-when-jayson-tatum-returns-celtics-beat Sat, 13 Dec 2025 22:21:40 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149975 Jack Simone covers the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini and is the co-host of the “How About Them Celtics” podcast. Jack joins the program to discuss the recent loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, Jaylen Brown playing like a top-10 player, and why Jordan Walsh should remain in the starting lineup. X: @JackSimoneNBA ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 00:00 [...]

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Jack Simone covers the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini and is the co-host of the “How About Them Celtics” podcast. Jack joins the program to discuss the recent loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, Jaylen Brown playing like a top-10 player, and why Jordan Walsh should remain in the starting lineup. X: @JackSimoneNBA

⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰
00:00 – Welcome to Celtics Beat
2:00 – Celtics lose to Bucks
4:00 – Celtics shooting struggles
6:00 – Mazzulla’s coaching concerns
9:26 – Celtics’ offensive struggles
12:50 – Defensive rating concerns
14:53 – Transition defense issues
18:53 – Boston’s surprising performance
19:27 – PrizePicks!
22:22 – Jalen Brown’s MVP candidacy
24:34 – Jalen’s mid-range dominance
27:02 – Tatum and Brown coexisting
28:49 – Celtics’ offensive overhaul
34:50 – Joe Mazzulla’s coaching impact
37:16 – Player-coach dynamics
39:39 – Celtics organizational success
41:11 – Jordan Walsh’s impact
54:05 – Celtics’ possession control

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Celtics Are Contenders, Time to Add! | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/celtics-are-contenders-time-to-add-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celtics-are-contenders-time-to-add-celtics-beat Sat, 06 Dec 2025 22:16:26 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149972 Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the C’s turning into legit Eastern Conference contenders, the emergence of Jordan Walsh, and the disrespect of Joe Mazzulla. X: @StoolGreenie Celtics Beat is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks – https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download [...]

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Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the C’s turning into legit Eastern Conference contenders, the emergence of Jordan Walsh, and the disrespect of Joe Mazzulla. X: @StoolGreenie

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Could Celtics Win East When Jayson Tatum Returns? | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/could-celtics-win-east-when-jayson-tatum-returns-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=could-celtics-win-east-when-jayson-tatum-returns-celtics-beat Sun, 30 Nov 2025 01:12:00 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149787 Adam and Evan are thankful for all of YOU, and because of that, they did a solo show. The boys discuss Derrick White’s hot streak, Joe Mazzulla’s coaching job, the Boston Celtics’ upcoming schedule, and why Jayson Tatum’s return could take this team to another level. X: @adammkaufman; @evanvalenti Celtics Beat is Powered by: 💰 [...]

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Adam and Evan are thankful for all of YOU, and because of that, they did a solo show. The boys discuss Derrick White’s hot streak, Joe Mazzulla’s coaching job, the Boston Celtics’ upcoming schedule, and why Jayson Tatum’s return could take this team to another level. X: @adammkaufman; @evanvalenti

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Is Joe Mazzulla the Right Coach for This Celtics Team? | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/is-joe-mazzulla-the-right-coach-for-this-celtics-team-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-joe-mazzulla-the-right-coach-for-this-celtics-team-celtics-beat Sat, 22 Nov 2025 19:00:01 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149703 Justin Turpin covers the Boston Celtics for WEEI. Justin joins the program to discuss the Celtics early “success”, why Coach Mazzula is the RIGHT coach for this team, and how Boston can revamp its center rotation. X: @JustinmTurpin Celtics Beat is Powered by 💰 Prize Picks – https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the [...]

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Justin Turpin covers the Boston Celtics for WEEI. Justin joins the program to discuss the Celtics early “success”, why Coach Mazzula is the RIGHT coach for this team, and how Boston can revamp its center rotation. X: @JustinmTurpin

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Why the Celtics are Not Tanking | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/why-the-celtics-are-not-tanking-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-the-celtics-are-not-tanking-celtics-beat Sat, 15 Nov 2025 22:01:16 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149705 Abby Chin is a sideline reporter and a studio host for NBC Sports Boston. Abby joins the show to discuss Jaylen Brown handling the pressure, the young role players finding a way, and why the Celtics are absolutely not tanking. X: @tvabby Celtics Beat is Powered by 💰 Prize Picks – https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Sign up at [...]

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Abby Chin is a sideline reporter and a studio host for NBC Sports Boston. Abby joins the show to discuss Jaylen Brown handling the pressure, the young role players finding a way, and why the Celtics are absolutely not tanking. X: @tvabby

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Could Jaylen Brown’s Injury Cost Celtics Playoffs? | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/could-jaylen-browns-injury-cost-celtics-playoffs-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=could-jaylen-browns-injury-cost-celtics-playoffs-celtics-beat Fri, 17 Oct 2025 19:30:34 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149437 Brian Robb covers the Boston Celtics for MassLive and also co-hosts the “Still Poddable” podcast. Brian joins the program to discuss the expectations for 2025-2026, how Jaylen Brown’s hamstring injury can put the playoffs out of reach, and why trading Derrick White might be the best way for the C’s to reload. X:@BrianTRobb ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ [...]

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Brian Robb covers the Boston Celtics for MassLive and also co-hosts the “Still Poddable” podcast. Brian joins the program to discuss the expectations for 2025-2026, how Jaylen Brown’s hamstring injury can put the playoffs out of reach, and why trading Derrick White might be the best way for the C’s to reload. X:@BrianTRobb

⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰
00:00 Intro
01:38 – Celtics media demolished by Celtics coaches
9:08 – Expectations for Celtics win totals
12:55 – Celtics wing depth
15:40 – PrizePicks
18:53 – Discussing expectations for this season
22:19 – Tough start to the season… already
25:10 – Importance of managing player minutes
27:12 – Front office’s realistic expectations
30:13 – Discussion on roster changes and trades
32:28 – Exploring potential trade scenarios
36:19 – Discussing Derrick White’s role this season
40:05 – Predictions for Tatum’s return timeline
42:00 – Anticipating Celtics vs. Knicks playoff matchup

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What is the Celtics’ Best Rotation? | Celtics Beat https://www.clnsmedia.com/what-is-the-celtics-best-rotation-celtics-beat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-the-celtics-best-rotation-celtics-beat Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:30:43 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149003 Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the new-look team, Josh Minott’s impact, and Anfernee Simons passes his first test. ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 00:00 Intro 02:00 Jayson Tatum’s anticipated return 04:00 Key takeaways from preseason games 09:00 Concerns about the front court performance 11:12 Questions about front court [...]

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Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the new-look team, Josh Minott’s impact, and Anfernee Simons passes his first test.

⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰
00:00 Intro
02:00 Jayson Tatum’s anticipated return
04:00 Key takeaways from preseason games
09:00 Concerns about the front court performance
11:12 Questions about front court switching
12:58 Need for better offensive spacing
15:46 PrizePicks
18:27 Discussing team rotation and depth
21:12 Hugo’s impressive preseason performance
22:44 Importance of offensive rebounding
26:00 Developmental opportunities for young players
31:16 Celtics’ three-point shooting struggles
33:11 Derek White’s role
36:59 Raycon
38:47 Anfernee Simons’ debut
41:30 Evaluating Anfernee Simons’ future with the team
45:25 Potential impact of Tatum’s return on Simons
49:02 Celtics’ strategy for Tatum’s return and future
52:01 Tatum’s mental block after injury
54:25 Tatum’s return timeline and expectations
58:02 Tatum’s best moments in Boston

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