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Boston Celtics championship response vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

21 november 2024 | 34 min

The Boston Celtics showcased their championship mettle against the Cleveland Cavaliers, maintaining composure even as their lead dwindled. With the Cavaliers emerging as formidable contenders in the East, the Celtics' strategic targeting of Darius Garland highlights their tactical prowess. Jaylen Brown's defensive tenacity and late-game contributions, despite shooting struggles, underscore his growth and resilience. Meanwhile, the Celtics' offensive depth, led by Jayson Tatum, presents a formidable challenge for any opponent, bolstering Tatum's MVP case amidst stiff competition from players like Nikola Jokic.

Join host John Karalis and guest analyst Tom Westerholm as they dissect these pivotal moments and explore the Celtics' evolving strategies. Discover how the Celtics' depth and Tatum's leadership could shape their path to success. Don't miss this insightful discussion on the Celtics' journey and their quest for dominance in the league.

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Boston Celtics end Cavs' streak: How they held off the comeback

20 november 2024 | 31 min

Celtics Snap Cavs' Streak with Defensive Mastery and Tatum's Brilliance

The Boston Celtics ended the Cleveland Cavaliers' impressive 15-game winning streak with a thrilling victory, showcasing their defensive prowess and the stellar performance of Jayson Tatum.

John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' defensive improvements, highlighting Al Horford's crucial blocks and Jaylen Brown's impactful plays despite shooting struggles. Tatum's 33-point game and his ability to carry the team during tough stretches are key discussion points. The episode also explores how the Celtics built a 21-point lead and held off a Cavs comeback.

Don't miss this engaging analysis of the Boston Celtics' path to success and their potential in the NBA. Listen now for unique insights and expert commentary.

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Locked On Celtics POSTCAST- Celtics Hand Cavs Their 1st Loss of the Season

20 november 2024 | 36 min

The Celtics handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their 1st loss of the regular season with a (120-117) win at TD Garden Tuesday night. The Celtics improve their record to 12-3 with the win. The Celtics are also 1-1 in NBA Cup Pool Play. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 33. Tatum also had 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Donovan Mitchell scored a game-high 35 in the Cavs 1st loss of the regular season. The Celtics shot 54% from behind the 3-point line and hit 12 more 3's then the Cavaliers. Al Horford hit 4 3's and scored 20. Derrick White also knocked down 4 3's and scored 19.

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Knocking Down 3's: The Celtics hit 9 3's in the 2nd Quarter, including Jayson Tatum's on the Celtics final possession before the Half. The Celtics had 14 3's in the 1st 24 minutes. Payton Pritchard knocked down 2 from distance.

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#'s to Digest- The Celtics finished with ?? 3's for the game. The Celtics hit 20 or more 3's for the 3rd straight game and for the 5th time this season. The Celtics are 11-1 when taking the lead to the 4th Quarter. Jayson Tatum went for 30 or more for the 9th time in the Celtics 1st 15 games and he's led the team in scoring for the 11th time this season.

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1st Half Nuggets: The Celtics had a 9-0 run in the 1st Quarter, led by as many as 12 points and led by 6 after the 1st. The Celtics hit 5 3's in the 1st Quarter and Jayson Tatum had 8 Points, 5 Rebounds and 3 Assists in the opening Quarter. The Celtics put up 39 points in the 2nd quarter and led 65-48 going into the Locker Room at Halftime. Tatum had 17 at the Half and the Celtics had 4 players reach double-figures in the 1st Half.

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What's On Tap?: The Celtics return to the court on Friday when they play the Washington Wizards for the 2nd time this season. Boston is in a stretch of playing 5 of 7 at home.

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Kristaps Porzingis practices, and a Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers preview

19 november 2024 | 35 min

Kristaps Porzingis Nears Return: A Boost for the Celtics?

Kristaps Porzingis is making strides in his rehabilitation, now practicing with the Maine Celtics. This progress suggests he could return by December, potentially strengthening Boston's roster as the season unfolds.

Celtics vs. Cavaliers: A Clash of Titans

The Boston Celtics prepare to face the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers, who boast the NBA's best offense this season. Under new coach Kenny Atkinson, the Cavs have enhanced their ball movement and scoring balance. The Celtics' edge in three-point shooting could be pivotal in this matchup. Meanwhile, the improved chemistry between Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell adds another layer of intrigue to this early-season showdown. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal is joined by Locked On Cavs host Danny Cunningham for an in-depth preview!

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Jayson Tatum hits game-winner, Boston Celtics win ugly on vs. Raptors

17 november 2024 | 33 min

Jayson Tatum's Redemption: A Game-Winning Moment for the Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum had two shots to win the game against Toronto, and he got the second one to fall, but he almost never got that second chance.

In this episode, John Karalis from Boston Sports Journal chats about the Celtics' tough win over a shorthanded Raptors squad and why it was good, at least in this ONE case, that Tatum got a second shot at a game-winner. Also, Al Horford's strong fourth quarter and Jaylen Brown's mostly good but somewhat mixed night on the court. Plus, there's a look at Boston's ongoing issues with defending the paint, as the Raptors racked up 78 points inside.

Can the Celtics keep it together until Kristaps Porzingis is back? Dive into the conversation for a laid-back breakdown of the team's current vibe and standout performances.

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Locked On Celtics POSTCAST- Jayson Tatum Nails Game-Winner in OT

17 november 2024 | 32 min

The Celtics, playing in their new City Connect uniforms for the first time this season, came away with a (126-123) overtime win over the Toronto Raptors Saturday night at TD Garden. Jayson Tatum drilled the game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer. The Celtics improve to 12-3 with the win. Toronto, playing for the 2nd straight night, dropped its 7th in a row and falls to 2-12.

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Plenty of Scoring: The Celtics had 6 players in Double-Figures. Jaylen Brown scored 27. Jayston Tatum scored 24, including the game-winner. Al Horford and Derrick Whtie both finished with 18 apiece. Sam Hauser hit 3 3's and scored a season-high 14 coming off the bench.

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#'s to Digest- The 1st meeting of the season between the Raptors and Celtics featured 27 lead changes. The Raptors ended up scoring 76 Points in the Paint. Celtics are now 2-1 in overtime games with both wins at home.

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1st Half Nuggets: The Celtics led by 10 in the 1st Quarter but had just a 2-point lead after the quarter came to an end. Boston led by 2 at the Half. Boston's led at the half in 9 of its 1st 14 games of the season. Jayson Tatum scored 13 of his 16 1st-Half points in the 1st Quarter. The Celtics were 8-for-27 on 3's in the 1st Half and 11-for-18 inside the 3-Point line.

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What's Next?: The Celtics are off Sunday and Monday and host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night at TD Garden. Cavaliers play the Charlotte Hornets Sunday night and would be 15-0 coming to Boston with a victory against the Hornets. Boston is in a stretch of playing 5 of 7 at home.

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Mailbag: Winning ugly, Neemias Queta's impact, and the strongest Boston Celtic

15 november 2024 | 32 min

Can the Boston Celtics Win Ugly and Still Dominate?

The Boston Celtics, a powerhouse in the NBA, sometimes find themselves in gritty, "ugly" games. But there's a difference between winning ugly and disrespecting their opponents. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal explores this in a new mailbag podcast. The episode also questions the Cleveland Cavaliers' status as true contenders this season, Neemias Queta's role and performance, a debate on who should take technical free throws and speculation on the physically strongest Celtics player. Also, a look at a proposal to factor missed games into scoring averages to discourage load management.

Join the conversation and discover unique insights into the Celtics' strategies and challenges. Listen now for an engaging analysis!

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Boston Celtics attack Brooklyn Nets, Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown dominate in win

14 november 2024 | 34 min

Celtics' Resurgence: A Game-Changing Win Over the Nets

The Boston Celtics delivered a commanding performance against the Brooklyn Nets, showcasing their ability to rebound from setbacks. With Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown leading the charge, the Celtics' aggressive play at the rim marked a shift from their usual reliance on three-pointers, highlighting a more balanced offensive strategy.

John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' impressive victory, focusing on Tatum and Brown's attacking prowess and Payton Pritchard's standout performance off the bench. The episode also explores the Celtics' defensive improvements, which stifled the Nets' offensive efforts, and discusses the team's evolving tactics.

Discover how the Celtics are reshaping their game and what this means for their future matchups. Tune in for an insightful analysis of the Celtics' path to success.

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Locked On Celtics POSTCAST- Jayson Tatum Drops 36 & Flirts w/ Triple-Double

14 november 2024 | 32 min

The Celtics avoided losing their 2nd straight game with a (139-114) win over the Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY Wednesday night. Jayson Tatum just missed out on his 1st Triple Double of the season going for 36 Points, 10 Assists & 8 Rebounds. Jaylen Brown scored 24 and had 12 Boards. Payton Pritchard hit 5 3's, scored 23 and also had 8 Assists and 6 Rebounds. The Celtics trailed by 13 in the 1st Quarter and led by as many as 30 in the 4th Quarter.

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After 1: The Celtics trailed by as many as 13 in the 1st Quarter but closed out on an 11-3 run and trailed by just 2 after the 1st 12 Minutes. Jason Tatum was 5-for-7 from the field in the 1st Quarter and led the Celtics with 13 points. The Celtics hit 5 3's in the 1st Quarter and Sam Hauser knocked down a pair of 3's.

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1st Lead of the Game: The Celtics took their 1st lead of the game in the opening 2 minutes of the 2nd Quarter. Hauser hit on a 3 to give the Celtics a 37-36 advantage. Nets then went on a 6-0 run. Later in the Quarter, Payton Pritchard hit on a 3 to give the Celtics a 5-point advantage, their largest lead of the game to that point. Celtics closed out the 2nd Quarter on a 10-2 run and led 65-60 at the Half.

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Strong Start to 3rd: The Celtics got a 3 from Derrick White and a pair of 3's from Jayson Tatum early in the 3rd to go up 12 points, 80-68. Celtics hit7 3's for the Quarter and led by as many as 17 in the Quarter and led 103-89 after 3. Celtics got to 90 points with 5:46 to go in the 3rd and got to 100 points for the night on a basket from Tatum with 1:05 to go in 3rd.

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From Downtown: Celtics hit 5 3's in each of the 1st 2 Quarters, 7 in the 3rd and 5 more in the 4th. Celtics finished with 22 made 3-pointers and have hit 20 or more 3's in a game for the 3rd time this season.
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What's Next?: After playing back-to-back nights, the Celtics are off the next 2 nights. The Celtics host the Raptors Saturday night and are home next Tuesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Boston is set to play 4 of its next 5 games at TD Garden.

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Boston Celtics' lack of effort: What went wrong against the Hawks?

13 november 2024 | 32 min

Boston Celtics Stumble Against Short-Handed Hawks: A Wake-Up Call?

The Boston Celtics' surprising 117-116 loss to the Atlanta Hawks, despite the absence of Trae Young, raises questions about their commitment in the early part of the season. With 20 offensive rebounds allowed and 20 turnovers committed, the Celtics' performance was marred by defensive lapses and a lack of effort.

John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' struggles, focusing on their rebounding and turnover issues. He highlights the concerning pattern of slow starts and the team's apparent disinterest in the NBA Cup. The discussion also touches on the Celtics' defensive woes, allowing 68 points in the paint, which overshadowed their shooting advantages.

Can the Celtics overcome these challenges and refocus their efforts? Tune in for an insightful analysis of the team's current state and potential strategies for improvement.

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Locked On Celtics POSTCAST- Brown & White w/ Big Nights, But Celtics Fall to Hawks

13 november 2024 | 31 min

The injury-depleted Atlanta Hawks came from behind and beat the Celtics, 117-116 at TD Garden Tuesday night. The Celtics record falls to 9-3 with the loss. The Hawks without several key players including Trae Young improved to 5-7. The loss came in the 1st game in Pool Play in this year's NBA Cup. Jaylen Brown scored 20 points in the 1st Half and ended up with (37). Derrick White scored 31. The Celtics go a turnover on an inbounds with just over 3 seconds and Jaylen Brown missed on a potential game-winner. Jalen Johnson had a Triple-Double with 18 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists.

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Derrick White's Night: Derrick White hit 4 3's in the 4th Quarter and finished with 7 3's and a season-high 31 Points for the game. White has scored double-figures in all 12 games and has gone for 20 or more 5 times over the 1st 12 games. He's hit 4 or more 3's in 7 of the Celtics 1st 12 Games.

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NBA Cup- The Celtics are 0-1 in Pool Play in this year's NBA Cup. The Celtics are in Group C along with the Cavaliers, Bulls, Wizards, & Hawks. The Celtics were eliminated by the Indiana Pacers in last year's In-Season Tournament.

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What's Next?: The Celtics complete their 2nd back-to-back of the season with a road match-up against the Brookly Nets Wednesday night. The Celtics came from behind and picked up an overtime win at home in Boston over the Nets last Friday night. The Celtics were down 12-0 and 16-2 in the 1st Quarter. The Celtics won on back-to-back nights with wins over the Hornets in Charlotte on November 1st & 2nd.

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Bucks a threat? And why stats say Boston Celtics 3-point strategy is nearly perfect

12 november 2024 | 37 min

Are the Milwaukee Bucks losing their edge against the Boston Celtics? The trade for Damian Lillard and the departure of Jrue Holiday is really putting a spotlight on their defensive struggles. Are they still a threat to the Celtics?

Meanwhile, the Celtics are making headlines with their 3-point shooting volume. But the stats say they should keep shooting because the offense is generating almost entirely open looks. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm dive those stories, and then into the Celtics' upcoming game against the Atlanta Hawks, considering whether Jayson Tatum should rest due to his ankle injury.

Don't miss this engaging analysis of the Celtics' evolving strategy and the Bucks' current challenges. Tune in for expert insights and lively discussions!

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Celtics vs. Bucks: Payton Pritchard steps up, Jaylen Brown vs. Giannis Antetokounmpo, C's win

11 november 2024 | 35 min

Payton Pritchard Shines as Boston Celtics Overcome Slow Start

Can the Boston Celtics maintain their momentum despite early-game struggles? Payton Pritchard's impressive 17-point first-half performance off the bench has positioned him as a standout reserve in the league this season. Meanwhile, Jayson Tatum's explosive 23-point second half led the Celtics to a nice road win. Host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal examines the team's recurring slow starts, the big games from Jrue Holiday and Derrick White, and the brewing tension between Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Also, words for the officials after a controversial no-call on a Tatum 3-pointer.

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Locked On Celtics POSTCAST- Jaylen Brown Returns & Celtics Win vs. Bucks

11 november 2024 | 30 min

Game #11- Celtics (9-2) @ Milwaukee Bucks (2-8):

Game Summary: The Celtics celebrated the return of Jaylen Brown to the lineup on Sunday and came back in the 2nd Half to beat the Milwaukee Bucks, (113-107), at the Fiserve Forum in Milwaukee. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 31. Payton Pritchard hit 5 3's and scored 18 off the Bench. The Celtics had 5 players in Double-Figures. Giannis scored 42 in the loss for Milwaukee. Celtics have taken the 1st 2 games of the regular season between the 2 teams.

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Another Slow Start: Celtics got off to a slow start at home against the Nets on Friday night. The Celtics got off to a slow start against the Bucks Sunday afternoon in Milwaukee. Bucks started the game on a 5-0 run and hit 4 3's in opening up a 16-2 lead in the 1st Quarter. Boston trailed by 10 after the 1st Quarter and by 11 after the 1st 24 minutes.

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Payton Off the Bench: Payton Pritchard hit 4 3s and scored 17 in the 1st Half for the Celtics. Jaylen Brown was the only other Celtics player in Double-Figures scoring 11 in his return to the lineup after missing the previous 4 Games.

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The Assist Game: The Celtics had 27 assists on 35 made field goals. It's the 3rd time this season they've had 27 or more assists in a game.

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What's Next?: The Celtics will have their 2nd back-to-back of the season, returning home to play the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday before heading to Brooklyn to face the Nets Wednesday night. The Celtics took 2 games in 2 nights against the

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Boston Celtics start slow, keep shooting, & beat Brooklyn Nets in OT

9 november 2024 | 33 min

Boston Celtics' Shooting Strategy: A Game of Persistence and Defense

The Boston Celtics, known for their resilience, faced a challenging start, trailing by 14 points early on. Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, and Payton Pritchard all helped keep Boston alive, and Joe Mazzulla's mid-game challenge to Jayson Tatum to play defense helped fuel a big turnaround. And despite early shooting struggles, the team remained committed to their plan, taking 53 three-pointers, with Al Horford and Sam Hauser delivering crucial late-game shots.

Host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down these key moments, focusing on Tatum's defensive evolution and Horford's clutch performance. The episode also highlights Hauser's persistence and the Celtics' unwavering shooting script.

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Locked On Celtics POSTCAST- Tatum & Pritchard Lead Celtics to OT Win

9 november 2024 | 36 min

Game #10- Brooklyn Nets (4-5) vs. Celtics (8-2):

Game Summary: The Celtics avoided a 2nd straight loss and won in overtime for the first time this season with a 108-104 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden Friday night. Jayson Tatum led Boston with 33. Payton Pritchard hit 3 3's and scored 20 off the Bench.

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Slow Start...Strong Finish to 1st: Celtics trailed 12-0 at the start and did not score their 1st points until Jrue Holiday scored on a layup with 3:10 off the clock in the 1st Quarter. The Nets led by 14, 16-2, before the Celtics got going. Boston closed out the 1st quarter on an 8-0 run and trailed, 28-24, after the 1st Quarter. Jayson Tatum had 11 in the 1st Quarter for the Celtics. Payton Pritchard hit a 3 in the opening minute of the 2nd to extend the Celtics run to 11 straight points. Prichard's 2nd 3 of the game got the Celtics to within 1 at 28-27.

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At the Half: Celtics never led at any point in the 1st Half and were down, 51-49 , going into the locker room at Halftime. It's the 4th time in 10 games and the 2nd straight game where the Celtics trailed after the 1st 24 Minutes. Cam Thomas led the Nets with 20 in the 1st Half. Tatum and Pritchard both had 14 in the 1st Half for the Celtics.

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1st Lead of the Game: Celtics first lead of the game came on a Jrue Holiday basket that gave the Celtics an 89-88 advantage with 4:24 to go in regulation. There were 3 lead changes and 4 ties in the 4th Quarter.

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No JB For Celtics: Jaylen Brown missed his 4th straight game due to a left hip flexor strain. Brown is averaging 25.7 points per game thru his 1st 6 games of the season. He was 1-for-21 on 3's over his previous 3 games after knocking down 11 3's over his 1st 3 games of the season. Luke Kornet was also out for Friday night's game with right hamstring tightness.

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What's Next?: The Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks meet for the 2nd time this season with an afternoon game Sunday in Milwaukee. Celtics will have their 2nd back-to-back of the season, returning home to play the Hawks on Tuesday before heading to Brooklyn to face the Nets Wednesday night.