joe mazzulla - CLNS Media https://www.clnsmedia.com/tag/joe-mazzulla/ Covering Boston Sports Since 2009 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:07:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://www.clnsmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Favicon.png joe mazzulla - CLNS Media https://www.clnsmedia.com/tag/joe-mazzulla/ 32 32 Boston’s Bench Helps them get past Orlando | Celtics vs Magic Postgame Show https://www.clnsmedia.com/bostons-bench-helps-them-get-past-orlando/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bostons-bench-helps-them-get-past-orlando Mon, 24 Nov 2025 03:34:40 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149672 The Garden Report goes LIVE following Celtics vs Magic. CLNS Media’s Jimmy Toscano and John Zannis break down the Celtics 138-129 win over the Magic. Then CLNS reporters Noa Dalzell & Bobby Manning joins from TD Garden. The Garden Report on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks – Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & [...]

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The Garden Report goes LIVE following Celtics vs Magic. CLNS Media’s Jimmy Toscano and John Zannis break down the Celtics 138-129 win over the Magic. Then CLNS reporters Noa Dalzell & Bobby Manning joins from TD Garden.

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Joe Mazzulla’s Mind Games and Motivation Has Celtics Overachieving | Cedric Maxwell Podcast https://www.clnsmedia.com/joe-mazzullas-mind-games-and-motivation-has-celtics-overachieving-cedric-maxwell-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=joe-mazzullas-mind-games-and-motivation-has-celtics-overachieving-cedric-maxwell-podcast Wed, 19 Nov 2025 21:04:11 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149707 CLNS Media’s John Zannis and Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell react to Boston’s start to the NBA season. Cedric reveals his biggest Celtic surprises and reacts to Joe Mazzulla’s unique attempts to get this team ticking. The guys also discuss Victor Wembanyama’s incredible season so far, the stacked Western Conference, and how the Celtics media got [...]

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CLNS Media’s John Zannis and Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell react to Boston’s start to the NBA season. Cedric reveals his biggest Celtic surprises and reacts to Joe Mazzulla’s unique attempts to get this team ticking.

The guys also discuss Victor Wembanyama’s incredible season so far, the stacked Western Conference, and how the Celtics media got clowned by Joe Mazzulla. All this and more on this episode of the Cedric Maxwell Podcast!

⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰
00:00 Intro
01:19 First impressions of the Celtics after 14 games
04:18 Queta has been a nice surprise
08:00 Are the Celtics better than expected?
10:59 Max’s most pleasant surprises
11:45 Reaction to Mazzulla’s behavior this season
15:37 Is Mazzulla using the right approach with Anfernee Simons?
21:14 PrizePicks
22:18 Balancing offensive vs defensive guys
31:59 Reacting to Victor Wembanyama’s start to the NBA season
35:03 Lakers ‘hot start + stacked Western Conference
36:40 International dominance in the NBA
38:35 How much will the Mavericks regret trading Luka Dončić?
40:52 Why the media got clowned by Joe Mazzulla
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Boston win Thriller in Preseason Finale over Toronto | Celtics vs Raptors Postgame Show https://www.clnsmedia.com/boston-wins-thriller-in-preseason-finale-over-toronto/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boston-wins-thriller-in-preseason-finale-over-toronto Thu, 16 Oct 2025 04:49:50 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149073 The Garden Report’s Noa Dalzell, John Zannis, Bobby Manning and Jimmy Toscano break down the Celtics’ Preseason 110-108 win to the Raptors in the preseason Finale. Derrick White had a big game going off for 33 Points in the victory. Xavier Tillman came alive late finishing with 7 Points and 7 Rebounds including the game-winning [...]

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The Garden Report’s Noa Dalzell, John Zannis, Bobby Manning and Jimmy Toscano break down the Celtics’ Preseason 110-108 win to the Raptors in the preseason Finale. Derrick White had a big game going off for 33 Points in the victory. Xavier Tillman came alive late finishing with 7 Points and 7 Rebounds including the game-winning shot with 0.8 seconds left. Bobby and Noa also discussed their experience taking on the Celtics coaching staff yesterday

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Do the Celtics Have a Rebounding Problem? | Big 3 NBA Podcast https://www.clnsmedia.com/do-the-celtics-have-a-rebounding-problem-big-3-nba-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=do-the-celtics-have-a-rebounding-problem-big-3-nba-podcast Tue, 14 Oct 2025 19:12:42 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=149042 Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the latest Boston Celtics storylines with the preseason slate of games nearly wrapped up. ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 00:00 – Intro 01:18 – Celtics win over Cavaliers in preseason 03:01 – Celtics need to manufacture wins this season 06:31 – Encouraging signs for Celtics’ roster chemistry 08:28 – Importance [...]

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Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the latest Boston Celtics storylines with the preseason slate of games nearly wrapped up.

⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰
00:00 – Intro
01:18 – Celtics win over Cavaliers in preseason
03:01 – Celtics need to manufacture wins this season
06:31 – Encouraging signs for Celtics’ roster chemistry
08:28 – Importance of growth for Joe Mazzulla
12:53 – Strategies to mask team weaknesses
14:35 – Importance of team size in rebounding
19:10 – Need for crafty rebounding strategies
21:00 – Developing instincts for effective rebounding
23:00 – Josh Minott’s potential role discussed
23:26 – PrizePicks
25:06 – Is Minott the wing the Celtics need?
30:10 – Are Minott’s performances surpassing Walsh’s?
34:34 – Expectations for final preseason game
36:38 – Discussion on Luka Garza’s potential role
39:12 – Analyzing the Celtics’ starting lineup
42:49 – Team’s need to outwork opponents this season

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Biggest Takeaways from the Celtics’ Win vs the Grizzlies | You Got Boston w/ Noa Dalzell https://www.clnsmedia.com/biggest-takeaways-from-the-celtics-win-vs-the-grizzlies-you-got-boston-w-noa-dalzell/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=biggest-takeaways-from-the-celtics-win-vs-the-grizzlies-you-got-boston-w-noa-dalzell Thu, 09 Oct 2025 21:26:24 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=148940 Celtics reporter Noa Dalzell reports from Memphis after the Celtics’ 121-103 win over the Grizzlies, and reacts to what stood out most — from Derrick White and Jaylen Brown’s big-time nights, to what stood out from the new guys, including noteworthy debuts from Josh Minott, Luka Garza, and Hugo Gonzalez. You Got Boston is Powered by [...]

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Celtics reporter Noa Dalzell reports from Memphis after the Celtics’ 121-103 win over the Grizzlies, and reacts to what stood out most — from Derrick White and Jaylen Brown’s big-time nights, to what stood out from the new guys, including noteworthy debuts from Josh Minott, Luka Garza, and Hugo Gonzalez.

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Will the Celtics’ New Style Work? | Big 3 NBA Podcast https://www.clnsmedia.com/will-the-celtics-new-style-work-big-3-nba-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=will-the-celtics-new-style-work-big-3-nba-podcast Wed, 08 Oct 2025 21:17:10 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=148935 Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss Jayson Tatum’s new “job,” Joe Mazzulla’s style of play this season, the newest member of the Celtics’ circle of trust, and much more in this week’s episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 00:00 Intro 01:14 – Jayson Tatum’s new role at Duke 07:44 – [...]

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Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss Jayson Tatum’s new “job,” Joe Mazzulla’s style of play this season, the newest member of the Celtics’ circle of trust, and much more in this week’s episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast.

⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰
00:00 Intro
01:14 – Jayson Tatum’s new role at Duke
07:44 – Jaylen Brown enters the streaming world
16:49 PrizePicks
18:18 – Gametime
20:06 – Discussion on Mazzulla’s coaching style
24:39 – Celtics focus on defensive techniques in practice
26:49 – Mazzulla emphasizes attention to detail
29:33 – Celtics adapting to new playing style
33:16 – Queta’s potential in the Celtics’ lineup
35:20 – Simons’ investment in championship culture
39:00 – Comparing Simons to Evan Turner
41:10 – Josh Minott’s opportunity with the Celtics
44:53 – Celtics’ preseason game expectations
47:11 – Team’s physicality and style of play
49:12 – Upcoming Celtics preseason schedule

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How Chris Boucher Will Impact the Celtics | You Got Boston w/ Noa Dalzell https://www.clnsmedia.com/how-chris-boucher-will-impact-the-celtics-you-got-boston-w-noa-dalzell/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-chris-boucher-will-impact-the-celtics-you-got-boston-w-noa-dalzell Mon, 06 Oct 2025 21:20:33 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=148937 Celtics reporter Noa Dalzell dives into her exclusive conversation with new Celtics acquisition Chris Boucher. Boucher explains how he’s acclimating to Boston, what he envisions his role could become, and how his off-court relationship with Mazzulla has deepened. CLNS Media 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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Celtics reporter Noa Dalzell dives into her exclusive conversation with new Celtics acquisition Chris Boucher. Boucher explains how he’s acclimating to Boston, what he envisions his role could become, and how his off-court relationship with Mazzulla has deepened.

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What Jayson Tatum’s Return Could Mean for the Celtics | Big 3 NBA Podcast https://www.clnsmedia.com/what-jayson-tatum-return-could-mean-for-celtics-big-3-nba-podcast/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-jayson-tatum-return-could-mean-for-celtics-big-3-nba-podcast Mon, 06 Oct 2025 21:13:36 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=148932 Sherrod Blakely and CLNS’ Bobby Manning discuss the changing timetable for Jayson Tatum’s return, increased physicality in training camp, the Celtics’ difference-makers besides Jaylen Brown and Derrick White and more in this week’s episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks – https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & [...]

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Sherrod Blakely and CLNS’ Bobby Manning discuss the changing timetable for Jayson Tatum’s return, increased physicality in training camp, the Celtics’ difference-makers besides Jaylen Brown and Derrick White and more in this week’s episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast.

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Celtics Extend Head Coach Joe Mazzulla | Garden Report https://www.clnsmedia.com/live-garden-report-celtics-extend-joe-mazzulla/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=live-garden-report-celtics-extend-joe-mazzulla Sat, 09 Aug 2025 17:01:29 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=147718 The Boston Celtics announced today that the team has signed Head Coach Joe Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extension. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The Garden Report’s John Zannis and Noa Dalzell go LIVE to react! ⏰️0:00 – EPISODE TIMELINE⏰️ 3:36 – Initial thoughts on Mazzulla extension 11:02 – Jaylen’s impact on team [...]

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The Boston Celtics announced today that the team has signed Head Coach Joe Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extension. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The Garden Report’s John Zannis and Noa Dalzell go LIVE to react!

⏰0:00 – EPISODE TIMELINE⏰

3:36 – Initial thoughts on Mazzulla extension

11:02 – Jaylen’s impact on team

15:31 – Joe’s coaching security

28:50 – Future championship window

30:57 – Roster demolition concerns

34:44 – WNBA team in Boston?

41:31 – Starting lineup predictions

44:11 – Joe’s coaching challenges

47:41 – Boucher signing

50:39 – Season predictions debate

52:26 – Final thoughts on Joe Mazzulla’s extension

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Patriots Training Camp 7: Drake Maye Gets Back on Track https://www.clnsmedia.com/patriots-training-camp-7-drake-maye-gets-back-on-track/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=patriots-training-camp-7-drake-maye-gets-back-on-track Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:40:22 +0000 https://www.clnsmedia.com/?p=147534 Attendance Absent/Did Not Participate: C Garrett Bradbury, WR DeMeer Blankumsee, CB Carlton Davis III, OL Yasir Durant, DI Joshua Farmer, CB Christian Gonzalez, ED Harold Landry, LB Jahlani Tavai, RB Trayveon Williams Physically Unable to Perform: WR Mack Hollins, LT Vederian Lowe Left Early: RB Antonio Gibson, G Sidy Sow, ED Keion White Additions: C Alec [...]

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Attendance

Absent/Did Not Participate: C Garrett Bradbury, WR DeMeer Blankumsee, CB Carlton Davis III, OL Yasir Durant, DI Joshua Farmer, CB Christian Gonzalez, ED Harold Landry, LB Jahlani Tavai, RB Trayveon Williams

Physically Unable to Perform: WR Mack Hollins, LT Vederian Lowe

Left Early: RB Antonio Gibson, G Sidy Sow, ED Keion White

Additions: C Alec Lindstrom

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Mike Vrabel’s Top Quotes of Note

On Carlton Davis’ absence: “There’s a plan. I mean, I think it’s just making sure that he’s ready to go. It’s a long season, veteran player. There’ll be guys that have different plans, like I said, whether that be Morgan [Moses] or maybe Harold [Landry III] today. Really just trying to put this thing all together and make sure that everybody that needs to get to work for evaluation purposes, a lot of different reasons. Sometimes it is health related, but also, I feel like Harold won’t be out there or Morgan may come out for individual or some players may come out for team. Try to just give everybody what they need for the season.”

On what he’s seen from Ja’Lynn Polk since the receiver’s return: “A player that worked extremely hard to get back and to be ready to go and I feel like, just my first year with Jim [Whalen] and his staff and Frank [Piraino] and our return to play and the way that we can do their rehab and then transfer over to Frank and his staff and he knows how we practice and working on those skills and the drills that the coaches are going to have them do. So, he worked extremely hard with those guys to his credit, and then I would say that there’s been some positive things that he’s done since he’s been back. So, focus on getting back as quickly as possible. I didn’t see the mental errors, which sometimes occur when you are getting the installation but not able to go and rep it. So, we’ll see how today goes with Ja’Lynn and the rest of the guys.”

On Caedan Wallace and his transition to guard: “Big, strong, powerful kid, and just looking to put everybody in an opportunity for them to excel and a place to compete, which he’s done. I would say that he’s been headed in the right direction these last couple days since we put pads on. I think he’s gotten more comfortable. I think he’s – they all have – everybody’s going to make mistakes, but I think that there’s been a lot of really positive plays and then continue to move forward.”

On if Marcus Jones will play offense: “We need Marcus to be an elite punt returner and his ability to help the offense and be able to gain extra first downs. And so, if he can do that, which he has, we’ll start there. Marcus is – I really – he practices very hard, very instinctive, plays outside, plays inside, really getting a nice feel for that position. Asking him to blitz and coverage and just all the different looks. So, excited where he’s at and he could certainly be a candidate to play offense just because of his skill set and the way that he moves.”

On Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla: “Joe’s fantastic. I mean, I just appreciate him just from the time that I got here, reaching out. We’re probably are different personalities, and I think that that’s probably the thing I appreciate most about him. He’s always trying to learn and gain knowledge, different ways about building a team, about strategy, about scheme, about inspiring players to do their job better. So, I always love my conversations with him and I’m excited that he could come out here with his son today. His son’s a football player, outside linebacker.”

Drake Maye Gets Back on Track

Drake Maye‘s accuracy has been hit or miss this summer, but today was his most consistent padded practice. He threw just three incompletions and continued his hot streak of protecting the football.

Maye’s best throw came on a go to Kyle Williams, with the receiver beating D.J. James and catching a moon ball for six points. Maye also had tight-window completions on a crosser to DeMario Douglas and a seam to Hunter Henry, both between zone defenders.

Unfortunately, the offense’s execution didn’t always match their quarterback’s efficiency. Williams’ flashes continue to come with some duds, as two of Maye’s three completions went his way. The rookie was smothered by Alex Austin during a matchup in 11-on-11s, leading to a pass breakup. Williams and Maye also appeared to be out of sync on a backshoulder fade, a route that’s given the pair problems thus far.

Other glaring mistakes included an Austin Hooper fumble, a high snap from Cole Strange, and a false start from the right side of New England’s top line. Maye also threw a screen in the dirt and was forced to scramble during the final team period.

New England’s offense has been significantly more competitive than in training camps past, but mental errors remain an area where the unit could stand to improve.

Notebook

  • Jared Wilson was the sole starter at left guard with Caedan Wallace as his top backup. Wallace told reporters Wilson is “really, really f*cking good,” calling the rookie a great athlete with three-position versatility. Wallace also shared that Wilson, along with veterans Garrett Bradbury and Cole Strange, has been helpful in his transition to guard and offers a unique perspective.
  • Ben Brown was bumped to starting center with Cole Strange as his top backup.
  • Will Campbell struggled in pass protection for most of practice. He beat Keion White during 1-on-1s before losing cleanly to Bradyn Swinson on an inside move. Veteran K’Lavon Chaisson then gave Campbell the work during team drills, recording two sacks and a pressure against the rookie. While it isn’t shocking to see a rookie struggle against more experienced 1st-round talent, Campbell will face similar competition on a weekly basis and could struggle early on.
  • Alex Austin and D.J. James were the starting outside corners with Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis out. Isaiah Bolden and Miles Battle replaced them with the second team.
  • Anfernee Jennings and Truman Jones got rare starting snaps with Keion White and Harold Landry missing most or all of practice.
  • Milton Williams told reporters he’s still adjusting to the Patriots’ attacking style of defense, which emphasizes getting upfield and creating havoc. Last season, with Vic Fangio‘s Eagles, Williams focused more on reading and reacting to blocking schemes.
  • TreVeyon Henderson appeared to run two downfield routes today, but didn’t receive catchable targets on either. The rookie’s speed also flashed on a draw where he quickly cut to daylight and ripped off a chunk before being pushed out by Craig Woodson.
  • Jack Gibbens almost immediately recognized and shut down a screen against the backup offense. Plays like this have been a theme this summer for the veteran-heavy linebacker room.
  • Marcellas Dial got the best of Efton Chism in a rare loss for the rookie receiver, deflecting a short target early in team drills. Chism bounced back by shaking Dial on an intermediate out-breaker late, but Joshua Dobbs‘ pass wasn’t catchable. Chism may be buried on the depth chart, but he consistently stands out against depth defenders.
  • Elijah Ponder beat fellow undrafted rookie Jack Conley clean with a ghost move during 1-on-1s.
  • Lan Larison got his first touch with the starting offense and turned a well-blocked screen (credit to Kayshon Boutte and Hunter Henry) into a big gain.
  • Undrafted tight end Gee Scott Jr. has been the only young tight-end to catch my attention in camp, even if that isn’t saying much. He’s caught multiple passes and added to his total with a hitch against Isaiah Bolden while split out wide.
  • The kicker competition stayed hot today, with both Parker Romo and Andres Borregales going 4-4.
  • Robert Kraft and Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla were in attendance for today’s practice.

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