SOUND OFF with the Boston Celtics
by Marc D'Amico
Celtics fans join Celtics Insider Marc D’Amico after every Celtics game to sound off on what happened that night in the official Boston Celtics postgame podcast. This is where you’ll get the clearest dose of reality on a night-to-night basis when it comes to the team’s performance.
Episodes
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Mitchell Robinson Has Found Chemistry, Comfort and Impact with Celtics
One of the biggest signings of the offseason is rounding into form, as Mitchell Robinson is looking EXACTLY like the guy everyone thought the Celtics were signing this offseason. He continued a strong stretch of play with a stat-stuffing performance during Sunday’s win over Milwaukee. His play,...
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2 Reasons Why Tonight’s 39-Point Win Matters as Tatum Finds His Flow State
The Boston Celtics annihilated the Charlotte Hornets Friday night during each team’s second NBA Cup game. Let’s dive into why the margin of victory matters, beyond the NBA Cup standings, as well as Jayson Tatum finding his flow state and logging one of the most impressive quarters of his entire...
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Boston’s 3-Headed Monster at Center is Beginning To Take Form
Be afraid. Be very afraid! Boston’s three-headed center monster of Neemias Queta, Mitchell Robinson and Luka Garza is beginning to take form after a dominant all-around performance Wednesday night against Milwaukee. The trio combined for 27 rebounds, 23 points, three blocks and two steals to fuel...
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Celtics Offense Sputters on Second Night of Back-to-Back & Without Paul George
Offense was tough to come by for the Celtics as they played for the second time in as many days, and against one of the elite teams in the NBA. The C's set a new season low for scoring as they played for the first time without Paul George. We dive into what went wrong, what looked off about the...
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Queta, Garza Deliver in First “Next-Man-Up” Game of the Season for Celtics
Mitchell Robinson was out Sunday in Orlando due to rest, making this matchup the first “next-man-up” game of the season for the Boston Celtics. Luckily for them, they had Neemias Queta and Luka Garza ready to deliver in their increased roles. We break down how the big men excelled in their own...
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Payton Pritchard Goes Nuclear and Paul George Continues To Impress with High-Level Defense
Payton Pritchard was the center of an offensive juggernaut during the first half of Friday’s NBA Cup game between the Boston Celtics and the Chicago Bulls. Pritchard scored 20 during the first half on 7-for-10 shooting and was making an impact in literally every facet of the game. Meanwhile, Paul...
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Jayson Tatum Called Game To Cap A Historic Larry Bird-Like Performance
One of the best performances of the decorated career of one Jayson Tatum. There’s no doubt about it. His 40-point barrage against the Brooklyn Nets led the Boston Celtics to an overtime victory on the second night of a back-to-back, and it was all in historic fashion that places him next to Larry...
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Payton Pritchard Makes More 3-Pointers in 1 Quarter Than Bulls Make in Entire Half
Payton Pritchard torched the Chicago Bulls for 19 points during the third quarter, tying his career high for single-quarter scoring. He led the way for Boston with 28 points, but Jayson Tatum set the tone during the first half with his downhill play that led to him scoring 19 of his own…
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Jayson Tatum Outduels Jalen Brunson In Clutch To Deliver First Celtics Win of Season
Jayson Tatum went bonkers during clutch time, delivering seven straight points off of wildly difficult shots to propel the Celtics into the winner’s circle. He bounced back from his subpar first game in a massive way to lead the C’s to victory, all while outperforming Jalen Brunson throughout the...
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Celtics Let Go of the Rope, Allow Game-Changing 23-0 Run by Pistons
The Celtics led by as many as 22 points during the second half before eventually surrendering a 23-0 run by the Pistons, which vaulted Detroit into the winner's circle. Boston couldn't stop the leak after a strong first three quarters that featured a monster debut from Paul George (38 points). We...
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Celtics Selection of Chris Cenac Jr. Feels a Lot Like Drafting Robert Williams III in 2018
We're hearing big things about the two players the Boston Celtics chose in the 2026 NBA Draft: Chris Cenac Jr. at No. 27, and Dillon Mitchell at No. 40. We detail everything being said about these two guys, and what they bring to the table for Boston, in special NBA Draft edition of SOUND OFF.
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Immediate Reaction to the Boston Celtics’ Magical Season Coming to an End
It's time to react to a Game 7 for the ages between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers. Joe Mazzulla was using Jedi mind tricks throughout the game and that helped to make it feel like the Celtics were just a shot away from pulling off the comeback, upset win. Jaylen Brown, Derrick…
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Sixers Force Game 7 as Celtics Stumble for Second Time in Close-Out Game
Philadelphia has forced a winner-take-all Game 7 after rattling off consecutive wins with its back against the wall. What’s our first reaction to a looming Game 7? What stood out in Game 6 that needs to change Saturday? We dive into it all here.
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Ice Cold Offense Stuns Celtics as Embiid, Sixers Delivered A+ Performance
Joel Embiid looked like MVP-Embiid during Game 5, but he had plenty of help as Tyrese Maxey, Paul George and Quentin Grimes all delivered great games for the 76ers as well. Meanwhile, after Boston led 78-70 late in the third quarter, its offense went ice cold down the stretch. You won’t believe…
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Pritchard, Tatum Rip the Heart out of Philadelphia in Game 4
A week ago Philly fans were chanting, “We want Boston!” Just tonight they thought they had a chance to even the series up now that their former MVP, Joel Embiid, was back in the lineup. Well Payton Pritchard, Jayson Tatum and the rest of the Celtics ripped the heart out of those fans during Game…
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Clutch Gene: Four Core Celtics Deliver Clutch Moments To Drive C’s to 2-1 Lead
The Celtics needed to come through in the clutch in order to pull off a win on the road Friday night in Philly. They delivered on that need, as Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard, Derrick White and Jayson Tatum all gave Boston huge moments during a critical Game 3 win. We dive into the importance of...
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Lesson Learned: NEVER Overlook a Joe Mazzulla-Led Team
They were counted out and overlooked – again. Sunday was supposed to be a blowout. The Orlando Magic had everything to play for. The Boston Celtics had nothing to play for (at least seeding-wise). Nearly all of Boston’s top players were out. Orlando was completely healthy. And what did the…
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Time for A Moment of Reflection After the Celtics Locked Up the East’s No. 2 Seed
Think about what the Boston Celtics were perceived to be before training camp. Now recognize what they are today: the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs. Friday’s blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans, which featured not one, but TWO historic NBA achievements, locked in the…
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Scheierman Statement as Celtics-Knicks Goes Down to the Wire Yet Again
Baylor Scheierman was as impressive as ever Thursday night in New York, coming off the bench for 20 points that gave the Celtics a chance to win on a night when Jaylen Brown was out with injury. We dive into Scheierman’s performance, the importance of Jayson Tatum’s emotional return to MSG, and...
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Playoff Prep? Why Brown, Tatum & White Played Entire 4Q & Why Vucevic is Playing Big Minutes
It’s that time of year folks! Joe Mazzulla used Tuesday night’s matchup with the Charlotte Hornets as an opportunity to stretch out the minutes of Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum and Derrick white, all of whom played the entire fourth quarter to spur a game-changing run. It’s another win by the…
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Finally, the Celtics are Fully Healthy – and They Look Damn Good
Boston played its first fully-healthy game of the season Sunday afternoon, and the team looked damn good while doing so. With Nikola Vucevic back after missing a month, along with Jayson Tatum and the rest of the crew, the Celtics controlled the Toronto Raptors for a 14-point win while scoring at…
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More History Made by Celtics Offense in Blowout Win over Bucks
The Celtics have been making history all season. They did it again Friday night. Listen to find out the multiple historical achievements Boston notched while crushing the Milwaukee Bucks by 32 points. We also discuss the top-to-bottom, high-level play of the rotation right now, which featured a...
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NEWSFLASH: The Jays are Approaching “The Most Dangerous They’ve Ever Been” Territory
Jaylen Brown (43 points) and Jayson Tatum (25 points, 18 rebounds, 11 assists) were EXCEPTIONAL Wednesday night. Some might even say they’re heading toward “the most dangerous they’ve ever been as a duo” territory. We discuss! Plus, recapping Boston’s incredible offensive performance that…
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Garza Shines in Spot Start but Third Quarter Clips Celtics in L to Hawks
On a night in which the Celtics were missing both Jayson Tatum and Neemias Queta, they struggled to put the ball through the basket - particularly during the second half. That being said, Luka Garza shined in a spot start and is a big reason why the Celtics were tied up heading into the half. We...
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TD Garden: Where the NBA’s Hottest Streaks Come To Die
The Celtics played the hottest team in the NBA for the second time in three nights, and came away with yet another win. Tonight, they did it without Jaylen Brown, thanks to a shooting clinic from Payton Pritchard, a monster game from Jayson Tatum, and a foursome off the bench of Pritchard, Luka...
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Statement Made: Jaylen Brown, Celtics Outperform SGA, Thunder
Was that not a statement, folks?! 🔥 Jaylen Brown outperformed reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and the Boston Celtics outperformed the reigning-champion Oklahoma City Thunder during a 119-109 win. Boston dominated the second half while dropping 70 points on the best defense in the NBA.
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Celtics Offense Sputters During Fourth Quarter of Loss to Timberwolves
Jaylen Brown scored 29 points, and Jayson Tatum scored all 16 of his during the second half, but somehow, Boston’s offense still went silent during the decisive fourth quarter. What happened? It’s time to discuss after the Celtics went nearly six minutes without a basket of the final period.
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Celtics, Garza Dominate Offensive Glass, Grab INSANE 37% of Their Misses
Luka Garza was AN ANIMAL Friday night. He and Derrick White combined for 22 points during the fourth quarter to inspire a comeback on a night in which the Celtics just didn’t have their A-game. Those two, plus another 30-point game from Jaylen Brown, gave the Celtics their fourth straight win.
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Jaylen Brown, Celtics Make History as Crowd Serenades Porzingis in His Return to Boston
The Celtics had never completed an 8-0 season against the four California teams – until now. Wednesday’s win over the Warriors completed the California Sweep, all while Jaylen Brown dominated again to enter the franchise’s top 10 scoring list, and while Kristaps Porzingis was given a hero’s…
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Was That the Most Unstoppable Performance of Jaylen Brown’s Career?
Jaylen Brown went OFF against the Phoenix Suns, piling up 41 points while setting new career highs of 19 free throw makes and 21 free throw attempts. His performance pushed the Boston Celtics past the Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns on a night when Booker scored 40 of his own. Let’s discuss the...
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Queta’s Career Night Results in Celtics Dominating the Paint vs. Wizards
The Celtics had a monster game around the basket against the Washington Wizards – something that hasn’t necessarily been their strong suit this season. But thanks to strong performances from big men Neemias Queta and Luka Garza, the Celtics wound up dominating the paint against the Wizards and...
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Jaylen Brown and SGA Go Toe-to-Toe in Battle of Leading MVP Candidates
We don’t do moral victories here in Boston, but… those last two losses were pretty impressive. How can that statement be true? Let’s discuss that, plus the battle between two of the leading MVP candidates in the NBA.
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Wouldn't It Be Great To See a Celtics-Spurs Series in June?
Another Celtics-Spurs game, another high-level competition that went down to the final minutes. Thanks to Derrick White and Ron Harper Jr. - yes, Ron Harper Jr.! - the Celtics took the Spurs down to the wire despite missing Payton Pritchard (injury) and Jaylen Brown (2Q ejection). This is all…
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How the Celtics Completed a Season Sweep of the Red-Hot Cleveland Cavaliers
Boston finished the regular season with a 3-0 record against the Cleveland Cavaliers, including two wins on the road, to sweep the season series. Sunday’s win featured multiple 26-point advantages, but Boston still needed Jaylen Brown and Payton Pritchard to snap waves of momentum from Cleveland...
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Jayson Tatum Makes Emotional Return from Achilles Tear, Immediately Logs Double-Double
After nearly 10 months of rehab, Jayson Tatum made his return Friday night for the Boston Celtics – and he looked like himself for some major stretches while piling up a monster double-double. He and Jaylen Brown fueled the Celtics to a dominant win over the visiting Dallas Mavericks, who watched...
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Red-Hot Hornets Continue Torrid Streak, Deal Celtics Worst Loss of Season
The Charlotte Hornets are on a run that’s reminiscent of the one the 2022 Celtics rode all the way to the NBA Finals. Charlotte continued its hot streak by downing the Celtics by 29 points Wednesday night at TD Garden behind a balanced offensive attack led by rookie star Kon Knueppel. Boston,...
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Celtics Defy the Odds to Log Improbable Blowout Win over Giannis and the Bucks
The list of challenges the Celtics faced Monday night was as long as a book. Yet none if it mattered. They came out and demolished the Milwaukee Bucks on the night of Giannis Antetnokounmpo’s return to continue their magical run this season. Who was the key to it all? None other than the...
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This Was the Greatest Offensive Performance in Boston Celtics History
What did we just watch!? The Celtics just put on an offensive clinic against the Brooklyn Nets, finishing what may be the greatest offensive performance in team or league history. It was all thanks to monster performances from Nikola Vucevic, Jaylen Brown and Payton Pritchard. Come dive in!
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The Celtics Are An Absolute Machine Right Now After Another Blowout Win in Phoenix
The absence of Jaylen Brown didn’t drag the Celtics down Tuesday night in Phoenix. Instead, Boston found a way to maintain its incredibly high level play at both ends of the court to blow out the Suns. We discuss how the Celtics continue to play at the same level every night, regardless of the...
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Celtics Smoke Lakers in Front of Long List of Lakers Legends on Pat Riley Night
Payton Pritchard (30 points, 8 assists) and Jaylen Brown (32 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists) fueled the Celtics to a blowout win over the fully-loaded Lakers on a night in which a long list of Lakers Legends were in the house to honor former Lakers head coach Pat Riley after his statue was…
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Jaylen Brown is the Biggest Triple-Double Threat in Boston Since WHO?!
Jaylen Brown dazzled in his first game out of the All-Star break with his third triple-double of the season. Wait until you hear some of the stats. Payton Pritchard also continued to sizzle off the bench as the Celtics offense picked the Warriors apart for the majority of the contest. Let’s dive...
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The Celtics Are Developing a Deadly Duo Off Their Bench
Payton Pritchard and Nikola Vucevic are becoming a deadly duo for the Celtics off the bench, as they combined for 45 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists Wednesday night to lead the Celtics to a blowout win over the Chicago Bulls. We react to their impact, plus shine light on Jordan Walsh for his…
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Celtics Set New Season Low in 3PM During Loss to Knicks
The Celtics made just seven 3-pointers Sunday afternoon against the Knicks, setting a new season low and tying for their lowest total in the past two seasons. The one positive from the day was Baylor Scheierman, who recorded his second double-double in the past three games that featured his new...
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Undermanned Celtics Shock Durant, Rockets with Incredible Team Performance
The Celtics were on the road for the second night of a back-to-back and missing three major pieces while facing one off with one of the top teams in the NBA. None of it mattered. Joe Mazzulla and his coaching staff had the available players ready to roll, and roll they did. Let’s dive into how…
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New Big Three in Boston Shows Up As Celtics Smother Mavs
Amid trade rumors across the NBA, the Celtics took the court Tuesday in Dallas and smothered the Mavericks to the tune of 110-100 behind an unlikely Big Three. Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard and Luka Garza combined to score 75 of Boston’s 110 points to deal Maine product and 2025 No. 1 overall…
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Celtics Make NBA History Behind Monster Games from Anfernee Simons, Jaylen Brown
It was a perfect match: The inaugural Pioneers Classic played in Boston, and the Celtics taking it home in blowout fashion. Jaylen Brown addressed the crowd before the game, asking who the Pioneers will be of this generation, then he dropped a 30-point double-double to earn the Celtics the…
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Payton Pritchard Took No Prisoners as Celtics Demolish Kings
Payton Pritchard dazzled with his elite handles and shot-making ability Friday night against the Sacramento Kings. He scored a game-high 29 points, including a season-best 22 during the first half. Neemias Queta and Baylor Scheierman also shined on a night in which the Boston Celtics were without...
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Offense Stalls Out for Boston Celtics During Surprising Loss to Atlanta Hawks
The Celtics have had one of the top offenses in the NBA all season long, but on Wednesday night, it just wasn’t clicking. Boston struggled to score throughout its matchup with the Hawks and could never turn the corner to get back into the game. Baylor Scheierman and Anfernee Simons, however, did...
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Celtics Fans Battle Blizzard To Say Thank You to Jrue Holiday with Emotional Tribute
What was your favorite Jrue Holiday moment in Boston? Celtics fans battled blizzard conditions to pack TD Garden and thank Jrue Holiday for his role in helping the Celtics to win the 2024 NBA championship. They serenaded him with a standing ovation following an emotional tribute video. The…
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Legendary Hugo Gonzalez Shot Sparks Most Improbable Win of Season for Celtics
THE most improbable moment of the season happened to the Celtics on Saturday in Brooklyn. From Joe Mazzulla's genius decision to Hugo Gonzalez's clutch moment, we detail everything that went into the Celtics pulling off an absurd double-overtime win over the Nets.
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Celtics fans join Celtics Insider Marc D’Amico after every Celtics game to sound off on what happened that night in the official Boston Celtics postgame podcast. This is where you’ll get the clearest dose of reality on a night-to-night basis when it comes to the team’s performance.
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