48 Minutes co-host Bruce Bernstein joins Courtney Tate on BLEAV in Celtics

As we get closer to the new-look Boston Celtics beginning their 2025-26 NBA season, there’s no better time to rehash all the moves that were made over the offseason. Four time Emmy-winning ESPN vet and “48 Minutes” Podcast co-host Bruce Bernstein joined Courtney Tate on a special episode of "BLEAV in Celtics." They'll discuss what C's fans have to look forward to this coming season.

Bernstein spent over 30 years at ESPN, including 15 years leading the network’s NBA studio programming. He brings deep behind-the-scenes insight, high-performance leadership stories, and sharp NBA analysis to every conversation.

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Opening Music

Courtney welcome and introduces her guest.

Bruce opening comments

Is there hope in Boston this season?

Reaction to the Kristaps Porzingis trade

Can Jaylen Brown lead the team to success without Jayson Tatum?

Brown will play with a chip on his shoulder

How well have Brown and Tatum learned to work together?

Courtney and Bruce discuss Boston's likely opening night lineup and expected rotation.

How role players like Payton Pritchard achieve their success.

Rookies and young guys on the team ... will they see much action?

Bruce feels Neemias Queta will have a breakout year.

Can the team exceed its modest expectations?

Rapid Fire Questions

Best Celtics play ever? Bruce's "Mount Rushmore" of C's greats.

Best single season Celtics team?

Bruce's favorite Celtics memory (2008 Game 6 vs Lakers)

Bigger Celtics Rival: Lakers or 76ers?

Pat Riley Statue Story

Bruce's favorite NBA era?

Will there ever be a "Four Point Shot" in the NBA?

Discussion of new Celtics "City" uniform that has no green on it.

Bruce promotes the "Two-a-Day" season previews on his 48 Minutes podcast.

Courtney wraps things up and says goodbye.

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