Celtics Beat

Cedric Maxwell is a former Celtic, the 1981 NBA Finals MVP, and is a color analyst for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Max joins the show to chat about Tatum's MVP chase, what it's like to chase back-to-back titles, and the quirkiness of Joe Mazzulla. Twitter: @cedricmaxwell81 4:16 How do you get the ability to call Max “Cornbread” 10:33 MVP doesn’t mean selfish 16:11 What’s it like to defend a title? 22:26 Going back-to-back makes this core legendary 32:05 Joe Mazzulla is Black Belichick Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, September 13th, 2024. 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 whenever you spend $5 on any play! And download the Gametime app and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Sep 202453min

Chris Forsberg is a Celtics sideline reporter and in-studio host for NBC Sports Boston. Chris joins the program to discuss how crazy, in a good way, Joe Mazzulla is, why his schtick works, and if Jayson and Jaylen can bring the Celtics to another level. Twitter: @chrisforsberg_ 7:55 Mazzulla embraces proverbial target 13:28 Players clearly bought-into Mazzulla’s authenticity 15:47 Will he ever burnout? 26:28 Is there another level to Brown and Tatum? 32:10 “Finalists” for Celtics ownership Available for download on September 6th, 2024 on iTunes and Spotify. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Gametime! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app, use the promo code CLNS, and instantly receive $50 w/ any $5 play! And download the Gametime app and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Sep 202443min

Steve Bulpett is a Senior NBA Writer for Heavy Sports and Heavy.com. Steve joins the show to chat about NBA front offices asleep at the wheel, Jayson Tatum's maturation, and Lonnie Walker's potential impact. Twitter: @SteveBHoop 4:04 How will the Celtics react to being HUNTED 7:26 Jrue Holiday has played for too many teams 21:03 Celtics have top-notch role players in ’24-’25 28:34 How is Tatum handling the constant conversations? 33:10 Lonnie Walker fighting for a roster spot Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 30th, 2024. 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 to get $50 INSTANTLY with any $5 play! And download the Gametime app and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Aug 202448min

Dan Greenberg covers the Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the Jeff Bezos-Celtics ownership report, should Boston leave the Garden, and what to make of Jayson Tatum's and Jaylen Brown's summer. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 7:05 What should Celtics fans be rooting for in a new owner? 19:38 Should the Celtics stay at the TD Garden? 31:28 Tatum’s trophy tour 39:10 Jaylen already locked in? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Gametime! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy partner of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the code CLNS for a first-deposit match up to $100! And download the Gametime app and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Aug 202446min

Chad Finn is a sports and sports media columnist for The Boston Globe. Chad joins the program to chat about Jayson Tatum's lack of playing time, why it was such a big story, and how the Celtics can stay Kings of the city. Twitter: @GlobeChadFinn 5:45 Surprised that Jayson Tatum DNP-CD’s generated so much controversy  11:30 Curry, LeBron saved Kerr from intense criticism  20:39 Why did this topic dominate news cycles? 37:44 Is there a Celtics bias around the league? 44:30 How long can the Celtics be the Kings of Boston? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 16th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Gametime! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sports partner of CLNS Media! Download the app and use the code CLNS for a first-deposit match up to $100! And download the Gametime app and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 Aug 202454min

Brian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" on The Ringer Podcast Network. Brian joins the program to break down what the hell is going on with Jayson Tatum, Steve Kerr, and Team USA. Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett 4:17 Tatum DNP-CD again  14:13 Why not play the three Celtics players together? 20:56 Does Kerr have a Celtics bias? 30:00 Will Team USA drama add motivation for the Jays? 48:15 Could Mazzulla coach another team and beat Team USA? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 9th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Gametime! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app today, use the promo code CLNS, and get a first deposit match up to $100! And download the Gametime app and get $20 off your first purchase with the promo code CLNS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 Aug 20241h 3min

Keith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac. Keith joins the program to chat about Team USA, Derrick White's fit, and the kudos the Celtics brain trust deserves. Twitter: @KeithSmithNBA 4:09 Derrick White on the world stage 17:21 Championship "credit pie” 31:26 Boston isn’t losing money 39:01 Conversation around Tatum non-playing was dumb Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 2nd, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by Gametime! Download the Gametime app and use the promo code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Aug 202450min

Chris Mannix is a Senior NBA Writer for Sports Illustrated. Chris joins the program to discuss Jayson Tatum's maturity, how the Boston Celtics have set themselves up for the future, and Team USA's chances for gold. Twitter: @SIChrisMannix 3:40 Putting the SI cover story together  16:43 What motivates Tatum/Celtics next 22:04 Celtics experience gives them leg up on competition 26:02 Joe Mazzulla is CRITICAL to Banner 19 40:12 Who should be the heavy favorite other than the US? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, July 26th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by Gametime! Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Jul 202447min