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Celtics Beat

by CLNS Media Sports Network

The longest nonstop Boston Celtics podcast available online or streaming, Celtics Beat is released 52 weeks of the year – with no exceptions. Host Adam Kaufman provides some of the most insightful analysis on all things Boston Celtics and the NBA. And no other podcast covering the Celtics on the web delivers some of the most well-known and respected personalities both in and outside the NBA as Celtics Beat does. New episodes are available for download every Sunday at iTunes and Stitcher. Episodes are also available OnDemand at http://www.clnsmedia.com and the CLNS Mobile App.

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  1. 697: Will Celtics be the BEST Rebounding Team in NBA? w/ Brian Barrett

    Brian Barrett hosts the "Off the Pike" podcast for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the program to discuss the Celtics win over the Cavaliers in the team's first preseason game, why Devin Carter will earn the last roster spot, and why rebounding is the answer Boston is looking for to help with...

  2. 696: Another Queta Leap Coming in 26/27? w/ Ben Rohrbach

    Ben Rohrbach (formerly Yahoo! Sports) covers the Boston Celtics on his new substack "Parquet Post". Ben joins the program to chat about the main storylines coming out of C's camp and who needs to emerge this year for Boston to elevate themselves. X: @brohrbach 2:58 Biggest takeaway from Media Day...

  3. 695: Why Payton Pritchard Could Turn Down Extension w/ Keith Smith

    Keith Smith covers the NBA for Spotrac. Keith joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics roster heading into training camp, Payton Pritchard's looming extension, and who should end up in the C's starting five. X: @KeithSmithNBA 4:53 Reset of the roster heading into camp 20:53 Will people…

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  4. 694: Celtics Can be DOMINANT on Both Ends w/ Dan Greenberg

    Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Greenie joins the show to discuss Paul George's and Mike Conley's introductions, the math in favor of the Celtics, and Boston's potential secret weapon. X: @StoolGreenie 3:00 Public starting to believe in Paul George 21:51...

  5. 693: Can Celtics Fans Separate Paul George From Jaylen Brown? w/ Sean Grande

    Sean Grande is the voice of the Boston Celtics for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the program to discuss being a C's historian, how the Jaylen Brown trade can be viewed as a success, and why the Paul George-Mitchell Robinson press conference took so long to announce. X…

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  6. 692: Could the Celtics EXTEND Paul George w/ Brian Barrett

    Brian Barrett covers the Boston Celtics for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the program to discuss the ramifications of the punishments levied against the Los Angeles Clippers, the future of Jaylen Brown's extension, and whether Boston could actually extend Paul George beyond 2027/2028. X:...

  7. 691: How Mitchell Robinson COULD BE the Next TimeLord w/ Bobby Manning

    Bobby Manning covers the Boston Celtics and the rest of the NBA for CLNS Media, and is a co-host of The Garden Report. Bobby joins the show to discuss the C's overseas competing internationally, how Mitchell Robinson factors into Boston's plans, and what Payton Pritchard is working on this...

  8. 490: Why Paul George Could Define Celtics Future w/ Bobby Krivitsky

    Bobby Krivitsky covers the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini and for Forbes. Bobby joins the program to discuss what he expects out of Boston this year, why Paul George could be the main character of the season, and which C's PG (of last 20 years) is the best? X: @BobbyKrivitsky 3:34 Big…

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  9. 689: Doc Rivers Was the Right Coach at the Right Time w/ Sean Grande

    Sean Grande is the Celtics play-by-play announcer for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the program to discuss the release of the C's 2026-2027 schedule, what the atmosphere might be like when Jaylen comes back to Boston, and why Doc Rivers is a no-doubt Hall of Famer. X…

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  10. 688: Celtics Eyeing Steph Curry? w/ Sam Sheehan

    Sam Sheehan co-hosts the "You Know Ball" podcast. Sam joins the show to discuss why the Celtics will stay under the tax again this year, why trading for Steph Curry could be Boston's plan, and why we all owe an apology to Craig Breslow. X: @NBABabySecret 4:35 Jaylen trade manifested when Tatum…

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  11. 687: Could Paul George be a Better Fit Than Jaylen Brown w/ Brian Barrett

    Brian Barrett hosts "Off The Pike" for Spotify and The Ringer Podcast Network. Barrett joins the program to discuss LeBron changing the balance of power in the Eastern Conference, whether PG could fit better than JB on the '26-27 Celtics, and why lineups will matter more than ever. X:...

  12. Boston's Biggest Question Entering New Celtics Season

    Dan Greenberg covers the Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins host Adam Kaufman to discuss a starring role unlike any other for Jayson Tatum, Boston's improved front court, the newest challenge for head coach Joe Mazzulla, and how LeBron James' next decision will impact the Celtics. X:...

  13. 685: Did Celtics Maximize the Jaylen Brown Asset? w/ Bobby Manning

    Bobby Manning hosts Celtics Daily and The Garden Report for CLNS Media. Bobby "Bucket Hats" joins the program to discuss the chatter surrounding the Jaylen Brown trade at NBA Summer League, the underrated signing people aren't talking about enough, and the status of Boston's youth movement. X:...

  14. 684: Celtics in PRIME Position to Land Next Star? w/ Dan Devine

    Dan Devine is a Senior NBA writer for Yahoo! Sports. Dan joins the program today to discuss the fallout of the Jaylen Brown trade, whether Boston is leaning too much into the analytics, and why the Celtics are preparing themselves for a much clearer future. X: @yourmandevine 7:01 Jaylen is not…

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  15. 683: Boston's Big Bet Against Jaylen Brown w/ John Zannis

    John Zannis hosts "The Garden Report " on the CLNS Media Network. John joins the program to discuss the Jaylen Brown trade, coping with the return, and wondering how Paul George fits now on the Celtics roster. X: @John_Zannis 5:44 Celtics hedging against Jaylen 20:04 Trading Brown for parts leads...

  16. 682: Are We SURE Jaylen Brown Cannot Return to Boston? w/ Sean Grande

    Sean Grande is the radio play-by-play voice for the Boston Celtics and the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the program to discuss the aftermath of Giannis's move to Miami, whether the Celtics can repair the Jaylen Brown relationship, and why Boston's offseason timeline is a little murky....

  17. 681: Should Celtics Focus on Trading White Instead of Brown? w/ Brian Barrett

    Brian Barrett hosts the "Off the Pike" Podcast for The Ringer and Spotify. Barrett joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics mirky offseason plans, whether trading Jaylen for Giannis or spare parts makes sense, and who he's targeting at the 27th pick in Tuesday's NBA Draft. X:...

  18. 680: Are the Celtics Back IN on Giannis w/ Dan Greenberg

    Greenie covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the C's speculative interest in trading for Giannis, the real tools to significantly improve the team, and how impressive the Knicks are in the NBA Finals. X: @StoolGreenie 6:10 Celtics playing coy...

  19. 679: What the Knicks Can Teach the Celtics About Team Building w/ Seth Landman

    Our good friend Seth Landman joins the program to discuss what the Boston Celtics can learn from the New York Knicks, why a Jaylen Brown trade is most likely, and the crew reacts to Game 1 of the NBA Finals. X: @slandman33 3:53 Celtics have been winning with talent, not continuity 10:08 Knicks…

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  20. 678: Most Jaylen Trades Don't Make Celtics Better w/ Cedric Maxwell

    Cedric Maxwell is the color analyst for the Boston Celtics Radio Network and the MVP of the 1981 NBA Finals. Max joins the show to discuss Jaylen's most recent comments, why Boston is better off retaining him, and what he told Jaylen right before Jayson Tatum's return to the NBA. X:...

  21. 677: Should Celtics Build a Team to Beat the Spurs?

    Adam and Evan are solo this week. On this week's program the boys discuss the current state of the NBA playoffs, using the final four teams as a guide to build for the future. Does a Giannis trade mean Boston can compete with San Antonio, OKC, and the Knicks? 6:42 Celtics missed an opportunity?...

  22. 676: Celtics Should Add THIS Big Man in Free Agency w/ Keith Smith

    Keith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac. Keith joins the show to discuss the Boston Celtics offseason plans, why he isn't as concerned about a Jaylen Brown extension, and the one big move you aren't thinking about. X: @KeithSmithNBA 9:23 Jaylen needs a media break 30:15 Is it…

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  23. 675: Celtics Lacked Athleticism in Sixers Series w/ Gary Washburn

    Gary Washburn covers the NBA and the Boston Celtics for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the flameout against Philadelphia, what Boston should do with Jaylen Brown, and why Joe Mazzulla might need some help. X: @GWashburnglobe 5:54 Celtics SHOULD have finished off Sixers 09:19...

  24. 674: Celtics Lack of Execution Leads to Game 7 vs Sixers w/ Dan Greenberg

    Greenie covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the show to discuss the Celtics fate in Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers, if Jayson Tatum should play or not, and whether Joe Mazzulla is totally to blame for this collapse. X: @StoolGreenie 3:40 PANIC METER SCALE...

  25. 673: Celtics Continue to be Road Warriors w/ Sean Grande

    Sean Grande is the long-time radio voice for the Boston Celtics. Sean joins the show right after Game 3 against the Philadelphia 76ers to discuss Boston's toughness, how Vucevic is fitting in, and the Celtics-Knicks rivalry. X: @SeanGrandepbp 3:13 Celtics found a new way to win down the stretch…

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  26. 672: Sixers are IDEAL Matchup for Celtics w/ Bobby Krivitsky

    Bobby Krivitsky covers the NBA for Forbes and the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini. Bobby joins the program to chat about Jaylen Brown's First Team All-NBA candidacy, the match up with the Philadelphia 76ers, and the brilliance of the development program. X: @BobbyKrivitsky 5:39 Jaylen will...

  27. 671: Celtics Holding Back in Final Knicks Battle? w/ Keith Smith

    Keith Smith covers the NBA for Spotrac. Keith joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics most recent loss to the New York Knicks, Jayson Tatum exorcising some demons in Madison Square Garden, and whether Boston should actually trade for Giannis. X: @KeithSmithNBA 4:17 Key takeaways from last...

  28. 670: Jays Shine in Miami; Best Duo in NBA? w/ Dan Greenberg

    Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Greenie joins the show to talk about the Celtics duo breaking records, whether Jaylen can ascend one more level, and if this year's team could beat the '24 champs. X: @StoolGreenie 3:15 Win in Miami broke records 11:59…

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  29. 669: Tatum's Game Missing One Key Ingredient w/ Justin Turpin

    Justin Turpin covers the Boston Celtics for WEEI. Turp joins the show to discuss the C's win over the Thunder and Hawks, why Boston is equipped to beat the best teams in the NBA, and which East teams can knock Boston off the path to the Finals. X: @JustinmTurpin 5:56 Celtics can absolutely win…

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  30. 668: Jaylen is a Team Player; Leader w/ Gary Washburn

    Gary Washburn covers the NBA and the Boston Celtics for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the Celtics development program, Jaylen Brown's internal growth, and what to make of the NBA Awards this season. X: @Gwashburnglobe 3:54 Parish likes Mazzulla, Celtics culture 16:06 Depth...

  31. 667: Celtics Bench Makes Them East FAVORITES? w/ Brian Barrett

    Brian Barrett hosts "Off The Pike" for The Ringer and Spotify. Barrett joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics toughest road trip of the season, the depth of the C's bench, and how Jayson Tatum continues to exceed expectations. X: @itsbrianbarett 4:24 What to make of the C’s toughest road...

  32. 666: Tatum Look Better than Expected? w/ Sean Grande

    Sean Grande is the long time voice for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the program to discuss Tatum's return to the Celtics, the preparation for that night, and how scary Boston can be heading into the playoffs. X: @SeanGrandepbp 3:30 Main emotion from Tatum’s return was RELIEF 16:45...

  33. 665: Celtics Miss Out on 40/20. Can Boston Make HISTORY w/ Dan Greenberg

    Greenie covers the NBA and the Boston Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the 40/20 club, the exceptions to the rule, and why the goalposts keep moving for Joe Mazzulla. X: @StoolGreenie 3:46 Can the Celtics still win the title despite not going 40/20? 19:26 Are the...

  34. 664: Tatum Should Come Back SOON w/ Cedric Maxwell

    Cedric Maxwell is the color analyst for the Boston Celtics Radio Network and the MVP of the 1981 NBA Finals. Max joins the program to discuss Jayson Tatum's potential return, what it's like coming back from injury, and why the Jay's still make sense as a tandem. X: @cedricmaxwell81 8:04 Jayson...

  35. 663: Eastern Conference Stronger Than Expected? w/ Keith Smith

    Keith Smith covers the NBA for Spotrac. Keith joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics at the end of the first half of the season, Jaylen Brown's leadership, and Jayson Tatum's potential return. X: @KeithSmithNBA 4:47 Jaylen is NOT taking a shot at Tatum w/ Instagram story 10:08 Is the...

  36. 662: Celtics Vucevic Trade a Cost-Cutting Move? w/ Bobby Manning

    Bobby Manning is the host of The Garden Report and Celtics Daily. Bobby joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics new-look roster, Nikola Vucevic's fit in green, and Jayson Tatum's mental hurdle. X: @RealBobManning 3:09 Conflicted feelings about Celtics moves 15:48 Vucevic trade keeps C’s...

  37. 661: Celtics Big Man Trade Targets w/ Seth Landman

    Seth Landman is a former ESPN Fantasy Basketball writer and a good friend of the show. Seth joins the program to discuss the emergence of young wing players, what to do at the trade deadline, and what to make of the recent Jayson Tatum news. X: @slandman33 5:15 Young wings have completely changed...

  38. 660: Jaylen is NOT a MVP Candidate w/ Bobby Krivitsky

    Bobby Krivitsky covers the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini and contributes to Forbes. Bobby joins the program to chat about Hugo Gonzalez's big night, the C's health luck, and why Jaylen really isn't in line for the MVP. X: @BobbyKrivitsky 6:50 Health is a huge part of Celtics success 18:39...

  39. 659: Should Celtics Keep Simons Long-Term? w/ Justin Turpin

    Justin Turpin covers the Boston Celtics for WEEI. Justin joins the program to crown the King of Boston, explain Jaylen's slump, and why Boston can get a better hold on the two-seed soon. X: @JustinmTurpin 3:30 Are the Jays still the Kings of Boston? 27:20 Jaylen slump just a blip on the radar…

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  40. 658: Tatum WILL Adjust to Brown's New Role w/ Dan Greenberg

    Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the rest of the NBA for Barstool sports. Greenie joins the show to discuss the Celtics chase for 40/20, Tatum's adjustment to Jaylen Brown, and how great Payton Pritchard is this season. X: @StoolGreenie 8:56 Is this the most enjoyable Celtics season...

  41. 657: Is Jaylen Brown Overreacting to Lack of Recognition? w/ Brian Barrett

    Brian Barrett hosts the "Off the Pike" podcast for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics ascent to the top of the Eastern Conference, Jaylen feeling disrespected, and what he wants to see from Brown when Tatum comes back. X: @itsbrianbarrett 8:27 Celtics...

  42. 656: Is Jaylen a Top Five NBA Player This Year w/ Bobby Manning

    Bobby Manning is a Celtics Beat writer for CLNS Media and Boston Sports' Journal. He also co-hosts the Garden Report and other podcasts for CLNS Media. Bobby joins the program to discuss the growth of Joe Mazzulla and Jaylen Brown. X: @RealBobManning 3:55 Joe Mazzulla has the Celtics ahead of...

  43. 655: Celtics Need Scoring MORE THAN Size w/ Gary Washburn

    Gary covers the Boston Celtics and the rest of the NBA for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the "success" of the Emirates NBA Cup, why adding a scorer NEEDS to be a priority, and why Brad and Joe deserve more credit. X: @GwashburnGlobe 4:08 Knicks win the Emirates NBA Cup 16:22...

  44. 654: Walsh Should START for Celtics When Tatum Comes Back w/ Jack Simone

    Jack Simone covers the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini and is the co-host of the "How About Them Celtics" podcast. Jack joins the program to discuss the recent loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, Jaylen Brown playing like a top-10 player, and why Jordan Walsh should remain in the starting lineup. X:...

  45. 653: Celtics ARE Contenders, Time to Add w Dan Greenberg

    Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the C's turning into legit Eastern Conference contenders, the emergence of Jordan Walsh, and the disrespect of Joe Mazzulla. X: @StoolGreenie 6:45 Celtics HAVE to make a trade for another big...

  46. 652: White Resurgence Fuels Celtics Best Win of '25/'26

    Adam and Evan are thankful for all of YOU, and because of that they did a solo show. The boys discuss Derrick White's hot streak, Joe Mazzulla's coaching job, and the Boston Celtics upcoming schedule. X: @adammkaufman; @evanvalenti 8:40 Pistons might be the win of the year 18:05 Celtics role...

  47. 651: Is Mazzzula the RIGHT Coach for THIS Celtics Team? w/ Justin Turpin

    Justin Turpin covers the Boston Celtics for WEEI. Justin joins the program to discuss the Celtics early "success", why Coach Mazzula is the RIGHT coach for this team, and how Boston can revamp its center rotation. X: @JustinmTurpin 7:10 Even the down years are entertaining 11:30 Is Mazzula the...

  48. 650: Walsh, Minott Highlight Celtics First Month w/ Abby Chin

    Abby Chin is a sideline reporter and a studio host for NBC Sports Boston. Abby joins the show to discuss Jaylen Brown handling the pressure, the young role players finding a way, and why the Celtics are absolutely not tanking. X: @tvabby 5:56 2025 is a reminder how hard it is to win in NBA 13:41...

  49. 649: Derrick White is Celtics Most Disappointing Storyline w/ Brian Barrett

    Brian Barrett is the host of "Off The Pike" podcast for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the show to discuss the Boston Celtics uneven start, Luka Garza's "impact", and what is different about Jaylen Brown this year. X: @itsbrianbarrett 4:30 Disappointing start to Celtics season 11:25 Derrick...

  50. 648: Can Celtics Have Top-10 Offense AND Defense? 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...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The longest nonstop Boston Celtics podcast available online or streaming, Celtics Beat is released 52 weeks of the year – with no exceptions. Host Adam Kaufman provides some of the most insightful analysis on all things Boston Celtics and the NBA. And no other podcast covering the Celtics on the web delivers some of the most well-known and respected personalities both in and outside the NBA as Celtics Beat does. New episodes are available for download every Sunday at iTunes and Stitcher. Episodes are also available OnDemand at http://www.clnsmedia.com and the CLNS Mobile App.

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