617: Bigger Playoff X-Factor: Porzingis or White w Steve Bulpett

Theo Lawson covers the men's Gonzaga Bulldogs for the Spokesman-Review. Theo joins the program to teach us about Anton Watson, his defensive prowess, and why he makes SO MUCH SENSE for the Celtics. Twitter: @TheoLawson_SR 1:39 Gonzaga’s dominant runs 4:26 Using a dart throw on Watson 11:06 Watson comes from an athletic family Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, July 6th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by Gametime! Download the app, use the promo code CLNS, and get $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Juli 202421min

Matthew Perrault is a co-host of "Boston vs The Book". Matt joins the program to discuss the Celtics drafting Baylor Scheierman, how he can steal rotation minutes, and if the Boston should actually fear the New York Knicks. Twitter: @sportstalkmatt 5:04 Can Scheierman actually get minutes? 12:22 Scheierman’s shot gives him an advantage over other bench players 16:47 Hauser and Scheierman redundancies? 25:32 Does Boston have the luxury of resting Porzingis? 41:43 Bronny James/LeBron is a fun storyline Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, June 29th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by PrizePicks and Gametime! PrizePicks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app today and use the promo code CLNS for a first-deposit match up to $100! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Juni 202456min

Dan Greenberg covers the Celtics for Barstool Sports. Greenie joins the program to discuss Banner 18, the development of Tatum and Brown, and Joe Mazzulla's emergence as a great head coach. Twitter: @StoolGreenie 4:27 ’23-24 Celtics are an all-time team 7:32 Can we compare ’86 to now? 32:00 Jaylen Brown’s development should be celebrated 41:15 Tatum and Brown had story-book seasons 46:32 Tatum’s maturity on full display Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, June 20th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by PrizePicks and Gametime! PrizePicks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the PrizePicks app today, enter the code CLNS, and get up to a $100 match on your first deposit! Download the Gametime app today and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Juni 20241h 6min

Sean Grande is the voice of the Celtics for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics place in history, what a championship means for certain people, and why people have a hard time accepting this team's greatness. Twitter: @SeanGrandePbP 3:41 Celtics past scars clouded public’s judgement  15:40 What a title means for Mazzulla 20:42 Title will give Wyc and company reason to spend 25:01 Does continuity really matter? 37:00 Where does the story of this Celtics team begin? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, June 13th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by PrizePicks, Arena Club, and GameTime. PrizePicks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the PrizePicks app today and use the promo code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Go to ArenaClub.com and use the code CLNS for 40% off your first pack! 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 Juni 202447min

Donnie Walhberg is a star on the hit show "Blue Bloods", a founding member of New Kids on the Block, and a Celtics superfan. Donnie joins the program to chat about why this group is so special, his interactions with Jaylen and Jayson, and how this Celtics team compares to the Patriots. Twitter: @DonnieWahlberg 5:15 Getting through the lean seasons 13:48 Don’t get too caught up in the negativity  27:02 Getting to know Tatum and Brown  47:21 Celtics run at a dynasty 48:00 Comparing the Celtics to the Patriots Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Wednesday, June 5th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by PrizePicks and Gametime. PrizePicks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app today, use the promo code CLNS for a first-deposit match up to $100! And download Gametime and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Juni 20241h 12min

Jared Weiss covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for The Athletic. Jared joins the program to chat about the NBA Finals, how the Celtics can attempt to silence Luka Doncic, and how this Boston run is different than 2022. Twitter: @JaredWeissNBA 3:41 What to expect in the Finals 10:56 Luka could steal the series 15:01 Is KP more important on offense or defense? 23:08 Tatum is feeling the game, not forcing anything 30:10 Kyrie certainly has matured 41:19 Stop tearing Smart down Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, June 2nd, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by PrizePicks and Game Time! PrizePicks is the official daily fantasy app of CLNS Media! Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for a first-deposit match up to $100! And download the Game Time app and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Juni 202453min

Brian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" on The Ringer Podcast Network. Brian joins the program to break down a THRILLING Game 3 in Indiana, Jayson Tatum's best games of his career, and Jaylen Brown's All-NBA snub. Twitter: @itsbrianbarrett 2:11 Celtics close out a clutch game w/ complete team effort 13:28 Jrue Holiday’s closes on both ends 20:01 Jayson Tatum dominated Game 3 47:25 Boston needs a bench shooter to heat up 51:14 Jaylen’s All-NBA snub Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, May 26th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by PrizePicks and Game Time! PrizePicks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app today and use the code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! And download the Game Time app and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Maj 20241h 4min

Adam Himmelsbach covers the Boston Celtics for The Boston Globe. Adam joins the program to breakdown the Eastern Conference Finals. Does Boston need Porzingis to handle the Indiana Pacers? Twitter: @AdamHimmelsbach 5:09 Should Boston have preferred the Knicks? 10:51 Celtics should put up numbers offensively 16:24 Porzingis’ chances of playing in this series 21:28 Does Boston need KP to beat Indiana 32:50 Jaylen and Jayson have matured Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Sunday, May 19th, 2024. Celtics Beat is powered by PrizePicks! PrizePicks is the official daily fantasy partner of CLNS Media. Download the app today and use the code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Maj 202439min