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Chris Forsberg welcomes in Sports Illustrated’s Tom Haberstroh to discuss the shocking trade of Jaylen Brown to the rival 76ers. Why this deal? Was the return enough? Tom makes the case for the Celtics roster playing better in games without Brown last season and breaks down why Payton Pritchard stands to benefit the most from Brown’s departure.

00:00 - Tom shares his initial reaction to the trade

05:30 - Was it the right time to break up The Jays?

10:30 - Is the roster better without Brown?

15:30 - Does Pritchard benefi...

Well, it happened… in a shocking move, the Celtics are reportedly trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks and two second-round picks. Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles try to make sense of the deal, what it means for Boston going forward, and react to the other moves the Celtics have made so far in free agency.

00:00- Instant reaction to the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown… what just happened?!

5:10- Was it a mistake not to go all-in trying to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo?

8:10- Why make...

Chris Forsberg, Tom Giles and Kevin O'Connor break down the latest on Jaylen Brown and why the rest of the league may be undervaluing the Celtics star. They discuss why Boston's decision to stand firm on a high asking price carries a risk, whether Brown could ultimately remain with the Celtics and what it all means for the team's future. Plus, they dive into the latest moves around the league, including LeBron James' decision to leave the Lakers and the Kawhi Leonard trade to Toronto.

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Chris Forsberg welcomes in MassLive’s Brian Robb to make sense of the latest Jaylen Brown trade rumors and break down other potential moves for the Celtics in free agency.

0:00- Where do we stand with a potential Jaylen Brown trade?

7:45- Brian shares which reported trade packages for Jaylen intrigue him

13:35- Are you surprised we haven’t heard from Jayson Tatum?

18:00- How much does the Celtics’ long-term salary cap restrictions play into the team’s thinking?

21:45- Obligatory Rob Williams talk!

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Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles share their instant reactions to the Celtics' second-round selection of Dillon Mitchell. Why does he fit the mold of a Brad Stevens pick and what could he bring to Boston's roster? Plus, they break down Brad's comments on Jaylen Brown's future and discuss whether the Celtics and Brown can repair their relationship moving forward.

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NBA Draft Night 1 is officially in the books. Our Celtics crew reacts to Brad Stevens’ comments on Jaylen Brown’s future, breaks down Boston selecting Chris Cenac Jr. with the No. 27 overall pick and discusses potential targets if the Celtics explore a Jaylen Brown trade.

00:00 - Brad Stevens onJaylen Brown's future with the Celtics

9:00 - Chris Mannix shares intel on potential Jaylen Brown trade

15:30 - Are the Celtics better off keeping the Jays together?

25:00 - Celtics select Chris Cenac Jr. with 27th overall pick

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Chris Forsberg, Kevin O’Connor, and Isaac Trotter break down which prospects make the most sense for the Boston Celtics in the 2026 NBA Draft. With the draft just days away, how can Brad Stevens and the front office address the team's biggest depth needs using the No. 27 and No. 40 picks? 

00:00 2026 NBA Draft preview 

01:25 Which big man in the draft fits the Celtics?

09:05 Non-Big options for the Celtics 

13:05 Celtics should consider trading up for ______

19:55 Finding this year’s Hugo Gonzalez

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Kevin O'Connor sits down with Chris Forsberg to talk Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors. Will the Celtics make a deal before draft day? Who is most likely to be included in a deal, and have the Celtics already damaged the relationship with Jaylen Brown? 00:00 - Breaking down the trade rumors 

5:00 - Giannis is a bona fide superstar 

10:00 - Would Jaylen Brown be included in a trade? 

15:00 - What does the Celtics roster look like with Giannis?

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Are the Celtics too obsessed with the three? When the shots are falling, Joe Mazzulla's high-volume math strategy looks brilliant—but a bad shooting night can completely derail the offense.

In this episode, we hear from Chris Forsberg, Tom Giles, Brad Stevens, Brian Scalabrine, Kevin O’Connor, and Chris Mannix

00:00 Have the Celtics relied too heavily on 3-point shooting?

07:50 Celtics looking for more balance on offense

12:50 Will Derrick White have a bounce back season?

18:35 Celtics can still shoot 3's but need to create better looks

22:00 Bolstering the Celt...

Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles are back for another edition in our Celtics summer series. The guys are joined by Chris Mannix, Brian Scalabrine and Eddie House to debate whether or not the team needs to look at adding a “true” point guard to the starting lineup next season.

0:00- Do the Celtics need a “true” point guard?

05:00- Discussing Payton Pritchard’s role as a ‘shoot-first’ guard

08:20- Who could the Celtics target at point guard this offseason?

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NBA cap expert Ryan Bernardoni, aka ‘Dangercart’, joins Chris Forsberg to break down the different paths Brad Stevens and the Celtics could take this offseason as they look to return to championship contenders in 2026 and beyond.

00:00 - Why Celtics are now paying the price for 2024 championship win
11:00 - How should Brad Stevens approach this offseason?
22:00 - Should Celtics explore a Derrick White trade?
42:00 - Gut feeling of what Brad Stevens will do this summer

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Chris Forsberg talks with ESPN Front Office Insider Bobby Marks about the offseason challenges facing Brad Stevens and the Celtics. What would a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo look like, and who might be the odd man out if that happens? Who gets an extension and who gets moved?

00:00 – Bobby Marks on challenges facing Brad Stevens 

06:50 - Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors 

10:50 - NBA Tax Apron Rules Explained 

20:22 - Celtics' 4 Extension-Eligible Players 

27:35 - RIP Spirit Airlines

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Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles discuss this off season's trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo. What would the Celtics have to give up in return? Would they split up Tatum and Brown to make it happen? Could all 3 together be a possibility? 

00:00 - A potential Giannis trade

04:55 - Kevin O'Connor: Tatum and Giannis work well together?

11:33 - Brian Scalabrine: What would it cost the Celtics?

15:55 - Bobby Marks: Is there any world Celtics can have Giannis, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum?

20:25 - Jaylen Brown’s trade market 

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Taking a look back at Joe Mazzulla’s season. Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles analyze the good and the bad from Joe Mazzulla from the 2025-26 season. They’re also joined by Noa Dalzell, Kevin O’Connor, Brian Scalabrine, and Chris Mannix who offer their unique takes on Mazzulla and what he might need to change in the future.

0:00 - Taking a look back at Joe Mazzulla’s season

4:27 - Noa Dalzell says Joe Mazzulla should be more adventurous in the playoffs

11:58 - Kevin O’Connor saying it’s a huge ‘prove it year’ for Joe...

Chris Forsberg, Michael Holley, Brian Scalabrine, Chris Mannix, Kevin O’Connor, and Bobby Marks weigh in on exactly how the Celtics can keep Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown together and win another championship. What changes need to be made to keep them at their best, and what position do the Celtics need to upgrade the most?

00:00 Keys for the Jays to win another title together 

05:00 Do Celtics need to adjust their strategy?

10:20 Chris Mannix on the need to upgrade the front court

15:00 How Kevin O’Connor would build around the Jays

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Don't expect fireworks just yet. Chris Forsberg, Michael Holley, Brian Scalabrine, and Bobby Marks discuss why a quieter summer could actually 'slingshot' the Celtics into massive future moves—and how the Western Conference impacts their timeline.

00:00 The state of the Boston Celtics right now 

02:00 Brian Scalabrine’s trust in Brad Stevens 

05:00 Was trading for Nikola Vucevic a mistake? 

08:00 Scal’s ‘slingshot’ theory 

10:00 Impact of the Western Conference 

15:00 Bobby Marks on benefits of avoiding repeater tax penalties

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Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports joins Chris Forsberg on the Celtics Talk Podcast to discuss all things C's offseason. Kevin reveals whether or not he would split up the Jays to get Giannis and what asking price would be too high for him. Later, they discuss how aggressive Brad Stevens will be in the offseason and if it's possible to compete with the powerhouse teams in the West by only making tweaks to this roster.

00:45 “Foolish” not to look into acquiring  Giannis

03:00: How much is “too much” to give up for Giannis

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton react to the rumors linking the Celtics to Giannis Antetokounmpo. Should Boston make a move for Giannis? What would it mean for Jaylen Brown’s future? And what should be Brad Stevens’s top priority this summer?

00:00 - Reactions to the Giannis Antetokounmpo / Jaylen Brown rumors

10:00 - What should Brad Stevens prioritize this offseason?

17:00 - If the Jays are both back next season, do they need to change how they play together?

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Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles break down everything Brad Stevens had to say in his end-of-season press conference. They discuss the recent conversation surrounding Jaylen Brown, what moves Brad could make this offseason and whether he’ll keep the Jays together or make a push for Giannis.

00:00 - Breaking down Brad Stevens’ end-of-season press conference 
6:00 - What’s the Celtics’ roadmap for improvement next season? 
17:00 - Keep the Jays together or make a push for Giannis? 
30:00 - Reacting to Brad Stevens’ praise of Hugo Gonzalez

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Kayla Burton joins Chris Forsberg two days after the Celtics were eliminated by the 76ers in the first round to discuss what went wrong in the series. They discuss Joe Mazzulla’s lineup decisions and other questionable choices. They address Jayson Tatum’s injury and how big of a hit his absence was in Game 7. They also talk about Jaylen Brown sounding off on officials on Twitch less than 24 hours after the Celtics' loss.

0:00 - Reaction to Celtics’ loss 48 hours removed from it

3:42 - Questionable Joe Mazzulla decisions in the series

8:34 - Celti...

Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin take their time to mourn the Celtics season after Boston fell to the 76ers 109-100 in Game 7. They talk about their biggest takeaways from the series, giving Philly and Joel Embiid credit. They also discuss what this offseason could look like after such a disappointing loss.

0:00 - Reacting to Game 7 loss

4:03 - Taking a look at how Joel Embiid turned this series upside down

6:35 - Overall takeaways from Celtics season

11:57 - What's next for the Celtics? 

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics’ 106-93 Game 6 loss to the Sixers, discussing what went wrong for Boston, why they want to see the bench get more minutes and what the team needs to do in Game 7 to save its season.

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Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin break down the Celtics’ 113-97 loss to the 76ers in Game 5. They take a look at the fourth quarter collapse and see what went into their offensive struggles. Abby gives her concern level after the loss, which heads back to Philadelphia on Thursday. They also take a look at Derrick White’s slump and wonder if he’ll bounce back.

0:00 - Reacting to Celtics’ collapse in the fourth quarter

6:14 - Abby Chin’s concern level

10:53 - Addressing Derrick White’s slump

13:44 - Giving Big-Shot Bob his moment

Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles are at Tree House Brewing Company Greater Boston breaking down the Celtics’ 128-96 Game 4 win over the Sixers. They dive into Payton Pritchard’s insane performance, the bench stepping up on the road, and whether the C’s can lock in and finish the series in Game 5.

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics 108-100 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 3. They discuss Derrick White's contributions despite having another tough shooting night, Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard's clutch shots down the stretch, and Neemias Queta's foul trouble. Finally, they look ahead to Game 4.  

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Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin break down the Celtics’ 111-97 loss to the 76ers in Game 2. They address Boston poor shooting from three, shooting 26% from behind the arc. They also talk about performances on the Sixers side, and wonder if they’ll be able to keep up the hot shooting.

0:00 - Breaking down Celtics’ loss to 76ers

5:21 - Looking each Celtics’ performances

7:54 - Abby gives her concern meter

13:23 - Looking ahead to a potential Embiid return

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down how the Boston Celtics cruised to a 123–91 Game 1 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. They dive into Jayson Tatum’s playoff return, Philly’s scoring struggles regardless of Boston’s lineups and the irony of those “we want Boston” chants.

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Chris Forsberg and Brian Scalabrine preview the Celtics first-round series versus the Philadelphia 76ers. What match-ups will determine the series? How does Boston slow down Tyrese Maxey? Who is ready to have their "playoff moment"?

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics’ impressive 113-108 win over the Magic. They discuss the standout performance from the stay-ready group, discuss Joe Mazzulla’s Coach of the Year case and preview the postseason.

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton are back in the studio for another Postgame Pod! They react to the Celtics dominant 144-118 win over the Pelicans.

05:35: Neemias Queta continues to show why he should be a 'most improved player' candidate this season

10:40: Looking ahead to the postseason - Will Celtics be playing Magic or Sixers in the first round? Who do you want

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics' 112-106 loss to the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Forsberg raves about Baylor Scheierman after he dropped 20 points and made some big shots down the stretch. They also discuss Jayson Tatum's return, and what gaining his confidence means for the team.

0:00 - Reacting to Baylor Scheierman’s game

3:05 - Looking at Jayson Tatum’s return to Madison Square Garden

11:45 - A shout out to the Bus 1 Boys

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Chris Forsberg talks with Hall of Famer and NBC Studio Analyst Tracy McGrady about his new one-on-one league in Atlanta, his relationship with Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum's first month back, and where the Celtics stand in the East.

00:00 Introduction
01:36 Tracy McGrady on why he founded the "Ones Basketball League"
04:12 McGrady on Jaylen Brown's involvement in the league as an owner of the Atlanta team
05:11 Who would win in their prime? TMac or JB
07:00 Where Brown fits in the MVP race
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Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles sit down for a brand new Celtics Talk Postgame Podcast after the C's beat the Charlotte Hornets 113-102.  

2:30: Celtics stick with Nikola Nikola Vučević despite shooting struggles

6:50: Jayson Tatum stretches out time and plays 39 minutes

8:30: Jayson Tatum addresses returning to play at MSG, previewing Celtics vs Knicks and the playoff implications  

14:15: Joe Mazzulla shows VISIBLE frustration to Neemias Queta for allowing LeMelo Ball to take a shot after the whistle without blocking him  

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Kayla Burton and Noa Dalzell break down the Boston Celtics’ 115–101 win over the Raptors. They discuss Jayson Tatum’s continued ascension, Neemias Queta’s unbelievable play this season and reflect on being part of NBC Sports Boston’s all-female broadcast.

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton are joined by Noa Dalzell of CLNS Media to break down the Celtics’ 131–101 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. They discuss Jayson Tatum’s continued ascent in his return, intense team battles in Catan and how the team looks as the postseason rapidly approaches.

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Chris Forsberg is joined by Chris Mannix and Kevin O'Connor to discuss the final 10 days of the NBA regular season. What do the Celtics need to accomplish before the playoffs begin? How important is it to hang onto the 2nd seed? Also, who would be the best & worst match-up in Round 1.

00:00 Thoughts on Jayson Tatum through 12 games

09:30 Where does Jaylen Brown land on your MVP ballot?

20:30 Best and worst matchups for the Celtics

33:30 Which player is most likely to have a signature game in playoffs

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics' 147-129 win over the Miami Heat

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics’ 112-102 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. They discuss Jaylen Brown’s performance, the importance of securing the No. 2 seed and potential postseason matchups.

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics’ 114-99 win over the Hornets. They discuss Jayson Tatum’s 32-point night, the “stay ready” group stepping up, and preview possible first-round playoff opponents for the Celtics

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Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics’ 109–102 win over the Hawks, discussing Payton Pritchard’s huge night, Jayson Tatum’s big fourth quarter, and Jordan Walsh’s ability to stay ready.

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