Celtics Talk

Brad Stevens and Bill Chisholm have spoken. Chris Forsberg is joined by Tom E. Curran to break down the Celtics' press conference addressing the controversial Jaylen Brown trade. They discuss their reactions to hearing from Stevens and Chisholm, analyze Brad's explanation for the move, and examine what it all could mean for Jayson Tatum and the Celtics moving forward. 00:00 - How are you feeling a...

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 trad...

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 tradi...

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, inc...

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 Celtic...

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. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk...

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 trad...

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 th...

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...

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...

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...

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 W...

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...

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...

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...

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 ne...

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...

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 tweak...

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...

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 imp...

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...

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 upsid...

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. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok Hosted by Simplec...

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 th...

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. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X...