Locked On Celtics - Daily Podcast On The Boston Celtics

The Celtics (61-21) lost Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Final series with a 108-105 overtime loss to the New York Knicks Monday night at TD Garden.  The Celtics led by 20 in the 3rd Quarter but were outscored 25-16 by the Knicks on the 4th. Boston shot 3-for-18 on 3's in the 4th Quarter and Overtime. Boston had a chance to tie the game up in the final seconds of overtime, but Mikal Bridges came up with a steal as he stole the ball away from Jaylen Brown.  

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Scoring Leaders: Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby both...

Can the Boston Celtics outmaneuver the New York Knicks in their NBA playoff clash? With star players like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown leading the charge, the Celtics are ready for a showdown against the Knicks, who rely heavily on Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.

John Karalis, alongside Locked On Knicks host Gavin Schall, dives into the Celtics' double big lineup strategy and the Knicks' recent performance against the Detroit Pistons. They explore how Josh Hart's shooting and the Celtics' adaptability could tip the scales. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of Kristaps Porzingis and...

The Boston Celtics, led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, are set to face the New York Knicks in a highly anticipated NBA playoff series. With the Celtics' recent performance against the Orlando Magic, questions arise about the Knicks' ability to challenge their formidable opponents. John Karalis, alongside guest Tom Westerholm, breaks down the Celtics' offensive efficiency and the Knicks' struggles against the Detroit Pistons, offering insights into potential game-changing strategies.

Key players like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns are discussed, as well as the Celtics' defensive strengths. The conversation also touches on the myth of a "...

The Boston Celtics dispatched the Magic in five games, and there were some unsung heroes, led by Payton Pritchard, who also has one of the most suprirsing stats from the first round. 

Join host John Karalis and guest Tom Westerholm as they dissect the Celtics' 4-1 series victory, highlighting Tatum's record-breaking feats alongside contributions from Jaylen Brown and Pritchard. The duo explores intriguing statistics and debates potential matchups against the New York Knicks or Detroit Pistons, offering insights into the Celtics' evolving strategy.

Discover how the Celtics' defense and offensive tactics are shaping their playoff j...

The Celtics clinched their playoff series against the Orlando Magic with a decisive Game 5 victory, thanks to Jayson Tatum's historic performance. Tatum joins Larry Bird as the only Celtics to score 35+ points in three consecutive playoff games, a feat that has fans buzzing about his MVP potential.

Host John Karalis breaks down the Celtics' strategic adjustments, including how they capitalized on Paolo Banchero's foul trouble. He also highlights the crucial contributions from bench players like Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser, and Luke Kornet, which helped seal the win. As the Celtics prepare for the next round, Karalis discusses...

The Celtics (61-21) advanced to the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals with a ())) victory over the Orlando Magic at TD Garden Tuesday night. The Celtics won the series, 4 games to 1 over the Magic and won all 3 of their games at home in Boston. The Celtics outscored the Magic, 36-13, in the 3rd Quarter and for the 4th time in the series did not trail at any point in the 4th Quarter.  The Celtics have won 5 consecutive series in 5 games or less (thank you, Sean Grande on the Celtics Radio Network for that 1!).

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Scoring Leaders: Jayson Tatum l...

This episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East hosts discuss the impact of Damian Lillard's Achilles injury on the Milwaukee Bucks' playoff hopes and future. They analyze the Bucks' roster challenges, potential trade scenarios involving Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the implications for Lillard's career. The conversation shifts to the ongoing Knicks-Pistons series, highlighting Cade Cunningham's leadership and the Pistons' surprising competitiveness. The hosts also touch on the ripple effects of the Luka Doncic trade, demonstrating how it continues to influence NBA discussions across various contexts.

0:00 Intro: Damian Lillard injury impacts Bucks

5:49 P...

The Celtics are facing some unexpected challenges against the Magic's disciplined defense. Star players like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are feeling the pressure to solve a Magic team running their game plan to perfection, even though they don't have the talent to match the Celtics. The absence of Jrue Holiday adds another layer of complexity, impacting Boston's strategy and opening opportunities for Orlando. Host John Karalis, alongside guest Philip Rossman-Reich, breaks down these dynamics, offering insights into how the Magic are drawing the Celtics into their style of play, and why the Celtics are able to beat Orlando...

Jayson Tatum's clutch performance pushed the Orlando Magic to the brink of elimination.

John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' strategic plays, highlighting Tatum's ability to exploit mismatches and Al Horford's historic defensive game. The episode also examines the Magic's defensive tactics, which have kept the series competitive, and discusses the mixed performances of Kristaps Porzingis and Jaylen Brown.

As the Celtics look ahead to Game 5, the spotlight is on their bench struggles and the need for a stronger supporting cast.

Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the Celtics...

The Celtics (61-21) took a 3 Games to 1 lead in their opening-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic with a (107-98) win in Game 4 in Orlando Sunday night. It's the Celtics 1st win in Orlando this season with 2 losses in the Regular Season and a loss in Game 3.  The Celtics were without Jrue Holiday for the 2nd straight game because of a hamstring issue. The Celtics can now close out the series Tuesday night at TD Garden.   

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Scoring Leaders: Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 37 Points & 14 Rebounds. It's Tatum's 2nd game with 30 or more Points in th...