Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast

Bob Ryan, Jeff Goodman, and Gary Tanguay react to the Chiefs winning Super Bowl LVII against the Eagles and discuss why Russell Westbrook is so disrespected 0:00 Chiefs Beat Eagles in Super Bowl 6:30 Who in the NBA could possibly be in the NFL? 12:00 Is Russell Westbrook too disrespected? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Durant is heading to Phoenix, Russell Westbrook is out of LA (for now), and the Celtics add a stretch-big. Bob Ryan, Jeff Goodman & Gary Tanguay react to a hectic 2023 NBA Trade Deadline. 1:00: Suns trade for Kevin Durant 5:20: Who wins it all now? 7:00: KD's fit in Phoenix 8:20: The East is now a 3-team race 10:20: The fall of a superteam? 14:35: Lakers move Westbrook and acquire D'Angelo R...

After beating Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's all-time scoring record, has LeBron James changed your opinion on who the NBA's greatest of all time is? And what should we expect from Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic & the Dallas Mavericks? 1:00: LeBron James beats Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's scoring record 3:00: Is it fair to crown LeBron James as the GOAT? & the biggest differences between LeBron & Jordan 10:08: Cooking...

Celtics beat the Nets in an epic blowout; how bad was TD Garden for Kyrie Irving? Tom Brady is calling it quits, but is he the all-time sport's GOAT? We discuss 0:42: Celtics embarrass Kyrie Irving + Nets 4:32: How badly did Irving get booed at TD Garden? 6:58: What will Ben Simmons' story eventually be? 9:37: Tom Brady retiring for good 12:40: Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, or LeBron James? 20:11: Da...

Can Celtics stay atop the Eastern Conference without load management & Damian Lillard scores 60? Why's NBA scoring through the roof this season? Regarding scoring, LeBron James is soon on his way to becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer, and has frustration boiled over for Steph Curry and the Warriors? Bob, Jeff & Gary discuss. 0:54 How should Celtics manage the rest of the season? (load mana...

Bob & Gary remember the life & career of Chris Ford. Also, should we start calling Joel Embiid & the Sixers championship contenders? We discuss. 0:45: RIP Chris Ford 7:03: Chris Ford's coaching stints 12:24: Embiid scores 41; are we sleeping on him & the Sixers? 17:15: Jalen Green joins the 40+ club 19:00: Celtics Vs. Warriors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff & Gary react to Boston starting Rob Williams, NBA's MVP conversation & which teams can challenge the Celtics. 0:51: Celtics get back on track, maintain NBA's best record 4:00: Who could challenge Celtics? 7:07: Who is the MVP right now? 8:00: Where does Jokic rank among big passers? 13:36: Can the Pelicans survive without Zion? 21:13: How will the West end up?  24:15: Jalen Brunson showi...

Why's offense been so explosive in the NBA of late, including Donovan Mitchell's 71 points in the Cavs' overtime win against the Bulls & what's wrong with the Celtics? We discuss the latest, including the Nets' winning streak, and whether or not Joe Mazzulla will turn things around for Boston. 0:48: Why the offensive explosion throughout the NBA? 6:34: How much credit are we giving Donovan Mitchel...

Luka Doncic's historic 60-point career-high triple-double performance against the Knicks and why it was so dramatic & what led to the Celtics' epic turnaround? 1:14: Luka's career-high 60-point triple-double 5:45: Why it's hard to label one player the "face of the NBA" 10:50: Bob says don't sleep on Joel Embiid & the Sixers 12:52: What's going on with the Brooklyn Nets? 20:55: The Celtics' recent...

The Celtics went 5-5 in their last ten games, and why did Jayson Tatum take a game off? We'll discuss it. Also, Robert Sarver is in the headlines again, and how long can the Lakers survive without Anthony Davis? 1:00: Celtics are .500 in their last ten games. What's wrong with Boston? 5:25: Did Jayson Tatum miss Sunday's game because of his son's birthday party? 10:40: Is the rookie of the year de...

Zion Williamson is leading the Pelicans at the top of the Western Conference & the champion Warriors sent a message to the Celtics. We also pay tribute to the late Paul Silas 1:06: The Warriors aren't done? 6:08: Zion Williamson putting Pelicans back on the map 10:57: Gregg Popovich's 26th anniversary 14:03: Are we seeing the beginning of the end of Kyrie Irving? 17:02: When Gary fell in love with...

Jaylen Brown, Tatum & the Celtics' impressive win, can Kevin Durant & Kyrie Irving turn things around in Brooklyn, and Anthony Davis delivers for the Lakers? Bob, Jeff & Gary discuss it all. 0:55: Jaylen Brown carries the Celtics 6:00: Where are the minutes for Payton Pritchard?/Brogdon's impact 8:26: Al Horford's two-year extension 10:27: Can Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving & the Nets turn things arou...

Jeff & Gary discuss if Jayson Tatum is the best player in the world and where he sits on the MVP ladder. Also, when do the Celtics remove the interim tag from Joe Mazzulla? 0:33 Bob is booked! 1:29 Is Jayson Tatum the BEST Player in the World? 5:48 When does Joe Mazzulla become head coach? 8:21 Is Kevin Durant misunderstood? 14:46 What tier are the Heat and Cavs in? 19:08 Where is Zion's career he...

Bob, Jeff, and Gary Tanguay discuss if Boston is too reliant on the 3-point shot. They also discuss the latest headlines in the NBA. 1:07: Are the Celtics too reliant on the 3? 6:00: Are the Celtics better than the Bucks at full strength? 11:21: Is Ben Simmons returning to form? 16:00: Can Klay return to form? + Warriors struggles 18:51: Kings have a 6-game win streak; Are they for real? Learn mor...

How long will the Celtics remain the hottest team in the NBA, and do the Brooklyn Nets have a chance to turn their season around with or without Kyrie Irving? Bob, Jeff & Gary discuss the first month of the regular season, including Steph Curry scoring 50 in a losing effort and which legitimate teams are on the up and up. 00:52: Why Goodman's on the road 02:52: Celtics showing off their depth on a...

Is Jayson Tatum trailing anyone this early in the MVP race? Why is Dwight Howard not playing in the association anymore, and is LA basketball dead? Bob, Jeff & Gary discuss 0:52: Is Jayson Tatum leading NBA's early MVP race? If not, who is? 9:40: Ja Morant's impact 11:40: Is LA basketball dead? 14:21: Why Dwight Howard isn't playing in the NBA anymore 17:30: Bob Ryan's least favorite NBA player in...

Bob, Jeff, and Gary discuss the Nets' suspension of Kyrie Irving and the reports that they plan to hire Ime Udoka to replace Steve Nash as head coach 0:51 Ime Udoka to be hired by Nets  4:29 Celtics seeking no compensation 7:19 Celtics players upset about Udoka to Brooklyn 12:25 Kyrie Irving suspended by Nets 15:57 Goodman's story about Kyrie Irving's first months in Boston 20:43 How would David S...

One week into the 2022-23 NBA season, Bob & Jeff evaluate the Celtics, Nets & Sixers' respective beginnings  0:51: Celtics lose their first game of the season; what's your early assessment? 3:11: How long can the Celtics succeed without Rob Williams? 7:14: What's wrong with the Sixers? 13:42: Early impressions of Ben Simmons with the Nets 20:04: Utah Jazz contenders or pretenders? 22:19: Did we ov...

It's only the first game but did the Celtics put the NBA on notice following their win against the Sixers? We discuss & how good the Lakers are after their loss to the Warriors 1:14: Celtics' Bill Russell pregame ceremony at the home opener 4:00: Did the Celtics make a statement in their win against the Sixers? 7:09: Jayson Tatum's magnificent performance 10:20: Malcolm Brogdon's impact 14:50: Joe...

Golden State Warriors fined Draymond Green for punching Jordan Poole. Was this the right decision? Also, is Victor Wembanyama worth the hype? We discuss 0:42: Draymond Green fined, not suspended for punching Jordan Poole 4:52: Draymond's development from NCAA to the pros 7:16: Will the NBA intervene and suspend Green? 12:50: Victor Wembanyama mania; is Victor worth the hype? 18:33: Lonzo & LaMelo...

Bob & Jeff discuss the significance of the Celtics signing Blake Griffin & what they made of Ben Simmons' first game as a member of the Brooklyn Nets   1:06: Ben Simmons returns for Nets + Are the Nets a threat to win the East? 12:21: Kawhi Leonard returns from ACL injury 16:40: Try Athletic Greens Now! 17:41: Celtics Sign Blake Griffin + Celtics roster is better 23:04: Can Sam Hauser make an impa...

Bob, Jeff, and Gary react to the Celtics suspending Ime Udoka for the entire 2022-23 NBA season. 1:15: Reaction to Ime Udoka's suspension 12:04: Will Udoka ever return to the Celtics? 13:30: Celtics players react to Udoka's suspension 14:25: Joe Mazzulla takes over as Interim Head Coach 20:30: Why not hire Damon Stoudamire? 24:00: Boston still contenders? + Should they trade Robert Williams? 29:24...

How will Rob Williams' injury impact the 2022-23 Celtics? What's the next step for Boston between now and training camp? 1:05: Rob Williams' injury; expected to miss 4-6 weeks 3:56: Do we label Rob Williams 'injury prone' & how good are the Celtics without Rob? 9:47: In light of recent reports, should the Celtics sign DeMarcus Cousins? 11:32: Bob Ryan on the best Celtics team that didn't win a tit...

Bob, Jeff & Gary react to the NBA suspending Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver & preview the Eastern Conference. Will the Celtics take a step back this season? 1:35: Robert Sarver suspended and fined by the NBA... Was the punishment enough? 7:10: What to look forward to this NBA season 9:20: Lebron's plan to play with his sons 16:45: Who has the biggest coaching challenge this season? 23:40: Will t...

Bob & Jeff react to the Donovan Mitchell trade & Danilo Gallinari's torn ACL. Should Boston pursue Carmelo Anthony now? And, in light of his take on Kevin Durant, Bob responds to his "haters" 0:58: Bob Ryan reacts to the backlash of his Kevin Durant comments from last week's episode 2:27: Does Bob regret calling Durant a S***head? 6:46: Reactions to the Donovan Mitchell trade 12:50: What does Dani...