574: Is Kristaps Porzingis the KEY to Boston Celtics DEFENSE? w Jared Weiss

Brian Barrett is a host for WEEI. Brian makes his Celtics Beat debut! Barrett and Valenti riff on the Celtics 2-0 start, the importance of Al Horford, and if the Nets can do anything to take the series. Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett   2:59 The best stat of the first two games   16:18 Nets started game two with knockout punches   32:40 Al Horford has been the second best player in this series   41:25 Keys to game three   50:44 Why is everyone salty over Smart?   Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Thursday, April 21st, 2022. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG! Go to BetOnline.AG today and use the promo code CLNS50 for a 50% sign-up bonus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Apr 20221h 11min

Gary Washburn covers the Celtics and the rest of the NBA for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the show to discuss the health of Rob Williams, the keys to a series victory, and Boston's new roster management strategy. Twitter: @GwashburnGlobe   1:59 Nets didn’t really play well against the Cavs   14:55 Where’s the Celtics biggest advantage against the Nets?   23:30 Is round 1 the best time to play the Nets?   27:40 Update on Rob Williams   43:00 Boston made the right decision to play Brooklyn   Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Thursday, April 14th, 2022. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG! Go to BetOnline.AG and use the promo code CLNS50 for a 50% bonus on your first deposit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14 Apr 20221h 2min

Chris Forsberg covers the Celtics for NBC Sports Boston and has the best hair on the Celtics Beat. Chris joins the program to discuss Rob Williams, Ime Udoka, and why Chris is NOT afraid of Kevin Durant and the Nets. Twitter: @chrisforsberg_   3:06 Should the Celtics really be worried about the Nets?   11:05 Offensive progression puts C’s at the top at the contender list   14:21 What could derail the Celtics in the playoffs   21:10 When will we see Rob Williams?   28:43 Ime riding starters too long   Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Friday, April 8th, 2022. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG. Go to BetOnline.AG today and use the promo code CLNS50 for a 50% bonus on your next deposit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Apr 202238min

Dan Greenberg covers the Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Dan joins Adam Kaufman to discuss Robert Williams' meniscus injury and how this will impact the Celtics moving forward. Twitter: @StoolGreenie   0:30 Evan Valenti is to blame   5:13 Robert Williams Tears Meniscus & will he return?   12:07 How Rob's absence will impact the C's   21:04 What team should the Celtics avoid?   25:52 Celtics frustrated by officials   32:35 Unvaccinated Celtics?   43:18 What seed should the Celtics target?   47:04 What player could put the Celtics over the top?   Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Thursday, March 31st 2022. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG. Go to BetOnline.AG today and use the promo code CLNS50 for a 50% bonus on you first deposit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

31 Mar 20221h 3min

Mike Gorman is the voice of the Boston Celtics for NBC Sports Boston. Mike joins Adam and Evan to discuss the surging Celtics, the importance of Rob Williams, and how long Mike has left behind the headset. Twitter: @celticsvoice    1:32 We’ve never seen a turnaround like this   13:39 What could derail a NBA Finals appearance?   20:21 Rob Williams is the Celtics X Factor in the playoffs   31:50 The Jay’s vs Bird and McHale    42:44 Next name to go in the rafters   Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Friday, March 25th, 2022. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG. Go to BetOnline.AG today and use the promo code CLNS50 for a 50% bonus on you first deposit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Mar 20221h 1min

Ian Thomsen used to cover the NBA for Sports Illustrated and NBA.com. Ian joins the show to talk about the ascension of Jayson Tatum, how historically good the Celtics defense is, and KG's jersey retirement ceremony. Twitter: @IanThomsen   2:37 Celtics are on a roll   11:38 Tatum certainly looks capable of leading a Championship-level team this year    28:32 Can the defense make up for any lack of offense in the playoffs?   33:00 Should the Celtics be angling for playoff seeding?   37:57 KG’s retirement ceremony   Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Monday, March 21st, 2022. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG. Go to BetOnline.AG today and use the promo code "CLNS50" for a 50% bonus on your next deposit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Mar 202251min

Jared Weiss covers the Boston Celtics for The Athletic. Jared joins his old stomping grounds to discuss Jayson Tatum's meteoric rise, to debate which Celtic should be the leading candidate for Defensive Player of the Year, and Isaiah Thomas' climb back into the NBA. Twitter: @JaredWeissNBA   5:37 Tatum is playing out of his mind   14:42 Is Tatum a superstar?   26:29 Who’s the best DPoY candidate on the Celtics?   44:32 Celtics rotation too small?   55:42 Isaiah was never a fit on this year’s team   Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Thursday, March 10th, 2022. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG. Go to BetOnline.AG today and use the promo code CLNS50 for a 50% bonus on your first deposit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11 Mar 20221h 13min

Sean Grande is the voice of the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins Adam to discuss the maturity of Jayson Tatum, Boston's ideal first round target, and the emergence of Ime Udoka's personality. Twitter: @SeanGrandePBP   5:31 Hard to say who the true contenders are   13:48 Celtics ideal first round matchup    25:06 Shouldn’t be a surprise that Boston struggled to start the year   32:00 Ime’s personality starting to show   36:22 Tatum outplayed Ja   43:07 This is the best version of Marcus Smart   Available for download on iTunes and Stitcher on Friday, March 4th, 2022. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG. Go to BetOnline.AG today and use the promo code CLNS50 for a 50% sign up bonus!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Mar 20221h 10min