535: Are the Celtics Just Phoenix East? w/ Jack Simone

Jack Simone covers the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini and is the co-host of "How About Them Celtics". Jack joins the program to discuss the Celtics big win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, Josh Minott's early success, and whether Boston can be top-10 on both sides of the ball. X: @JackSimoneNBA 6:54 Cavs win is proof of concept for Celtics 13:13 “Josh Minott is the best rebounder on this basketball team…” 16:58 Oshae Brissett walked so Josh Minott could run 29:00 Can Celtics be a top-10 offense? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, October 30th, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks a! 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

31 Okt 20251h

Cedric Maxwell is the MVP of the 1981 NBA Finals and the Celtics color commentator for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Max joins the show to discuss Boston's 0-2 start, Jaylen's new role, and gambling in the NBA. X: @cedricmaxwell81 4:45 Is anything different from last year? 13.38 Everyone’s job is harder because Tatum is gone 17:02 Get excited about the building blocks 27:53 Gambling in the NBA Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, 26th 2025. 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

26 Okt 202553min

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 10:05 Expectations for the regular season 22:11 Brown injury puts damper on opener 28:16 What’s the priority of the front office? 34:39 Is trading Derrick White the way to reset the roster? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, October 3rd, 2025. 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

17 Okt 202551min

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. X: @StoolGreenie 4:05 Big takeaways from early preseason 14:54 New guys bring good ball pressure 20:26 Celtics rotation has Hugo IN? 43:02 Simons is the biggest wild card of the season Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, October 3rd, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Raycon! 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! Go to www.buyraycon.com/PCS to get 20% off the Everyday Earbud Classics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Okt 20251h 8min

Media Day has passed, which means we have REAL CONTENT for the first time in MONTHS. Adam and Evan get into Tatum’s video update, Anfernee Simons defensive comments, and Al Horford’s departure to Golden State. 6:52 Does Tatum update video change anything? 19:01 Celtics playoff run is a reality 30:15 Simons defensive comments concerning? 55:07 Al Horford departs for the West Coast Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, October 3rd, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Gametime! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 in lineups when you play $5! Download the Gametime app today, create an account, and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Okt 20251h 12min

Sean Grande is the LONGTIME voice of the Boston Celtics. Sean joins the program to discuss Jayson Tatum's timeline to return, what to expect out of Coach Mazzulla and the roster, and what stood out in Bill Chisholm's first press conference as new owner. X: @SeanGrandepbp 3:50 We have no idea how good/bad Celtics will be 5:00 Tatum’s return has nothing to do with the playoffs 27:15 Celtics have an odd roster 32:44 Will Tatum’s game be different when he returns? 53:09 Bill Chisholm confirms he has final say over decisions Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, September 12. 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

26 Sep 20251h 17min

Brian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the program to discuss the new "report" on Jayson Tatum's health, whether his health is the biggest storyline of this upcoming year, and whether Joe Mazzulla is suffering from a"brain drain". X: @itsbrianbarrett 8:14 Should the Celtics stand in the way of Tatum’s comeback? 14:44 Is Tatum’s health NOT the most important storyline in 25-26? 31:57 Could Mazzulla’s stubbornness cost him? 36:24 Celtics coaching staff has full support of front office Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, September 12. 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 in lineups when you play $5!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Sep 20251h 1min

Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Greenie joins the program to discuss how the Boston Celtics can have a positive outlook for the upcoming season no matter what, which young role player is going to emerge, and how Jaylen Brown could end up in Atlanta. X: @StoolGreenie 2:42 Is this a win/win season? 11:33 Confidence in the young bench? 23:48 What can Mazzulla do with less talent? 1:01:50 Jaylen going back to Atlanta? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, September 12. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Gametime! 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! Download the Gametime app today, create an account, and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Sep 20251h 15min