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Gary Washburn is a Senior NBA Writer for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss Boston's injury risks, Blake Griffin, and the new rules to curb load management. Twitter: @GwashburnGlobe 6:19 Celtics have history of downplaying injuries 10:11 Tatum’s wrist okay? 31:25 Does Mazzulla want Blake back? 36:00 How the new performance rules affect the Celtics? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, September 14th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Boston, make a $5 bet, and get $200 in bonus bets AND $100 off NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube and YouTube TV! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 Sep 202356min

Keith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac. Keith joins the program to go over Jeff Goodman's exclusive interview with Jayson Tatum, Blake Griffin's potential comeback, and what to do about the last roster spot. Twitter: @KeithSmithNBA 4:04 Tatum’s interview w/ Jeff Goodman 12:17 Do the Celtics need the “in your face leader”? 22:11 Blake Griffin should be a target Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, September 7th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Boston and bet $5 to get $200 back in bonus bets AND to get $100 off NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube and YouTube TV! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Sep 202338min

On the latest episode of Celtics Beat, Evan Valenti is joined by CelticsBlog writer and How 'Bout Them Celtics host Jack Simone to talk hoops! The two discuss the latest Celtics move of signing Svi Mykhailiuk, their thoughts on the signing, and Boston's overall roster build in comparison to the rest of the league. Are the Celtics too top-heavy? Are they just the Phoenix Suns of the Eastern Conference? Join in and check out the latest Celtics Beat Podcast as we discuss! Twitter: @JackSimoneNBA 0:00 Intro 6:30 Svi Mykhailiuk to the Cs 16:07 Boston’s offense has Warriors-esq off-ball gravity 22:19 Kristaps Porzingis has never had easier shots 30:45 Brad Stevens has performed extremely well as GM of Celtics 43:14 Outro This episode of the Celtics Beat Podcast is brought to you by Fanduel Sportsbook, the exclusive wagering partner of the CLNS Media Network. NEW customers can bet $5 and get $200 in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED. Plus, all customers who bet $5 will get $100 OFF NFL SUNDAY TICKET from YouTube and YouTube TV. Now is the best time to join FanDuel! The app is easy to use and you can be on everything from spreads to player props and more! So, visit FanDuel.com/BOSTON and kick off the NFL season with an offer you won’t wanna miss. 21+ and present in MA. First online real money wager only. $10 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Hope is here. GamblingHelpLineMa.org or call (800)-327-5050 for 24/7 support. Play it smart from the start! GameSenseMA.com or call 1-800-GAM-1234. NFL Sunday Ticket Offer ends 9/18/23. No refunds. Terms and embargoes apply. $100 off NFL Sunday Ticket, not YouTube TV. YouTube TV base plan required to watch YouTube TV. Redemption requires a Google account and current form of payment. Commercial Use Excluded. Subscription renews; cancel anytime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Sep 202348min

Dan Greenberg covers the Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the Celtics depth concerns, how the Porzingis trade could define Brad's legacy, and whether Jimmy Butler is the new Paul Pierce. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 3:57 Did the Celtics ask Porzingis to sit out FIBA? 12:24 Is it possible Boston has a slow start? 36:27 Porzingis trade could sink Stevens 43:38 Does Boston need another defensive wing? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 25th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel. Go to FanDuel.com/Boston, bet on a Super Bowl winner, and get bonus bets every time that team wins! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Aug 202358min

Brian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" on The Ringer Podcast Network. Brian joins the program to discuss the '23-'24 schedule, Kristaps Porzingis' foot injury, and Payton Pritchard's place in the rotation. Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett 6:47 Celtics schedule notes 13:51 Is Boston going to take the in-season tournament seriously? 33:46 Celtics over/under 43:08 Porzingis will nurse a foot injury all season Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 18th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Boston, pick a Super Bowl winner, and win bonus bets every time that team wins in the regular season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Aug 20231h 2min

Sean Grande is the voice of the Celtics for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the show to discuss his future with the Celtics and what Boston could be in store for with Kristaps Porzingis. Twitter: @SeanGrandepxp 3:22 This year should be about celebrating Mike Gorman 14:19 The origins of “GOT IT” 24:18 Defense of Kevin Brown 38:02 Get used to nagging Porzingis injuries Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on August 10th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! GO to FanDuel.com/Boston, pick a Super Bowl winner and win bonus bets every time that team wins! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11 Aug 202358min

Seth Landman is a former writer for ESPN Fantasy. Seth drops by to discuss the downside to the Porzingis addition, what the Celtics still need to do to the roster, and why Nikola Jokic is so great. Twitter: @slandman33 7:33 Can’t bank on KP duplicating last year 20:14 Celtics need more connectors 33:52 Celtics shouldn’t be title favorites Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, August 6th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Boston and select your Super Bowl team! If that team wins in the regular season you can cash in on bonus bets for every win! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Aug 202351min

Chris Forsberg is a Celtics sideline reporter and in-studio host for NBC Sports Boston. Chris joins the program to talk about Mike Gorman's upcoming departure, Jaylen Brown's extension, and maybe Payton Pritchard's role won't be so different. Twitter: @chrisforsberg_ 5:31 Mike Gorman’s swan song 21:12 Jaylen’s contract is anti-climactic  30:36 Is Derrick White next? 39:02 Might not be enough PG minutes for Pritchard if everyone is healthy 43:00 TMAC A CELTIC?!?! Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, July 28th, 2023. Celtics Beat is powered by Fan Duel! Go to FanDuel.com/Boston to get ten times your bonus bets up to $200! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Juli 20231h 3min