Celtics Talk

Comedian Gary Gulman joins Chris Forsberg to discuss why he’s optimistic about this year’s Celtics team, the time Chris was escorted out of the Sonic Drive-In headquarters and Gary’s upcoming appearance at the Wilbur Theatre. 1:00 – The two celebrate a big week for Gary after he performed at Carnegie Hall for the first time 6:05 – Gary discusses his basketball-watching habits when on tour, and whi...

John Tomase joins Chris Forsberg to discuss all the latest off-the-court drama around the Celtics, including the reports that the Celtics are interested in trading for Ben Simmons. Should the C's consider trading Jaylen Brown for Simmons? Plus, the two vent about Marcus Smart and give Al Horford his ‘flowers’ for his performance this season. 0:50 – Tomase and Forsberg share their thoughts on Ben S...

Chris Forsberg is joined by Tom Giles to talk about the latest version of the "worst loss of the season" for the Boston Celtics After blowing a 19-point 3rd quarter lead, the Chicago Bulls dominated Boston on Monday night at TD Garden, outscoring them 39-11. The C's start a 3-game road trip with a 2-5 record. After the game, Marcus Smart had some direct words for the Celtics offense, specifically...

Chris Forsberg reacts to Wednesday night’s discouraging loss to the Wizards and the Celtics falling back into last season’s bad habits. Then NBC Sports Washington’s Chris Miller joins to discuss whether or not it’s time for C’s fans to stop daydreaming about Bradley Beal teaming up with Jayson Tatum in Boston, and debate all things around the NBA after the first week or the regular season. 1:00 –...

Boston.com's Tom Westerholm joins Chris Forsberg on the podcast and they react to the Celtics heartbreaking double overtime loss to the Knicks in the season-opener. They discuss Jaylen Brown's career night, Ime Udoka's head coaching debut and their panic level with Jayson Tatum. Plus, Forsberg sits down exclusively with Jaylen Brown to discuss the 2021-22 season. 1:00 – Biggest takeaways after the...

Chris Forsberg is joined by The Athletic’s Jay King to discuss Marcus Smart’s one-game suspension for reportedly missing the team flight to Orlando, plus which of the younger players they expect will have the greatest impact this season. Then Chris sits down with Aaron Nesmith and Romeo Langford for a pair of exclusive one-on-one interviews. 1:10 - What should we make of Smart’s one-game suspensio...

In an exclusive sit down interview, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown open up about their friendship on and off the court. Also, Chris Forsberg and Brian Robb break down what they’ve learned so far at Celtics training camp. 2:30-Exclusive interview with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown 13:30-What have we learned at Celtics training camp? 15:50-Any shot that Aaron Nesmith starts? 18:20-What role will Al H...

Chris Forsberg breaks down what he's seen from the Celtics after the first three days of practice, plus he catches up with Brad Stevens and Marcus Smart. They discuss the upcoming season and take a look back at that infamous Hamptons recruiting trip with Tom Brady. 9:00 - How was Brad Stevens' transition from coach to President of Basketball Operations? 17:30 - How will Ime Udoka be different from...

Basketball is finally back! Chris Forsberg breaks down everything he saw during Celtics Media Day, including why the Celtics feel optimistic about the upcoming season, before catching up with Al Horford and Enes Kanter. :18 – Forsberg breaks down everything from media day, including why the team is optimistic about the upcoming season, Brad Stevens’ excitement about his impending first trade deadl...

Mike Gorman joins Chris Forsberg ahead of his induction into the Hall of Fame as the 2021 Curt Gowdy Award recipient. Mike reflects on how he got his start, his 40-year partnership with Tommy Heinsohn and what it’s like to enter the HOF alongside Paul Pierce. :30 – How is Mike feeling going into HOF ceremony? How did Mike’s career as a broadcaster begin? 16:00 – When did Mike’s phrase “got it” com...

Chris Forsberg talks with Jeff Goodman to break down the good and the bad of the Celtics’ moves this offseason. What grade does Brad Stevens deserve for his first offseason in charge? 1:00-Chris pops champagne to celebrate Robert Williams’ four-year extension 6:30-Is there any concern with the Celtics giving Williams a long-term deal? 8:30-What’s the ceiling for Robert Williams? 18:00-Goodman expl...

Chris Forsberg reacts to the news that Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart agreed to a four-year, $77m+ contract extension that will keep him in Boston through the 2025/26 season. How does this major commitment from Brad Stevens and the organization affect the teams' salary cap flexibility moving forward? Does this move preclude Boston from making a trade for Bradley Beal or the next disgruntled NBA...

Chris Forsberg talks with Brian Robb, Celtics beat reporter for MassLive, about his takeaways from the Celtics Summer League opener. Also, they debate what other moves the Celtics could make this offseason. 2:00-All aboard the Yam Madar hype train! 6:30-What role will Romeo Langford play for the Celtics? 8:30-Can Carsen Edwards prove he deserves a spot on this roster? 12:00-Should the Celtics exte...

Chris Forsberg and DJ Bean try to make sense of the Celtics’ quiet start to free agency and debate what the endgame is for Brad Stevens and the Celtics. 3:00-Will the Celtics regret not signing Evan Fournier? 9:00-Is the plan Bradley Beal or bust? 14:00-Are Jaylen and Jayson enough to make free agents want to come to Boston? 23:30-Confidence meter in Marcus Smart being the Celtics’ starting PG nex...

Chris Forsberg breaks down the top storylines surround NBA Draft night, between the ripple effects of the Russell Westbrook trade, Lonzo Ball rumors and the Celtics pick. We also get an exclusive interview with Brad Stevens after the draft. 0:20 - Chris gives his take on the Celtics drafting Juhann Begarin in the second round (45th overall). 2:50 - With the Lakers acquiring Russell Westbrook from...

Chris Forsberg is joined by Chris Miller, Wizards Insider from NBC Washington, to discuss whether the Celtics are in the mix to acquire Bradley Beal. 1:00-Answering your questions from the Celtics Talk mailbag 2:30-What needs to happen for the Celtics to acquire Bradley Beal 26:20-Chris Miller on the future of Bradley Beal 33:30-Which NBA teams can offer the best deal for Beal? 38:00-Miller on why...

Kyle Anderson? Patty Mills? Kelly Olynyk? Chris Forsberg and John Karalis debate which free agents the Celtics should target this summer. 3:00-Should the Celtics re-sign Evan Fournier? 10:30-Could the Celtics realistically acquire JaMychal Green? 14:30-Breaking down top trade targets for the Celtics using Hayward TPE 29:00-Free-agent targets for C’s using midlevel exception Watch on YouTube: https...

Chris Forsberg breaks down how the Celtics could make a Jayson Tatum-Bradley Beal tandem happen. Also, NBC Olympics basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla joins to discuss what we can expect from Tatum and Team USA. 1:00-Here’s how Celtics can make a Tatum-Beal tandem happen 5:00-Which players would the Celtics have to give up to get Beal? 9:15-Beal on his excitement to play for the U.S. team with Tat...

Chris Forsberg, Brian Scalabrine, and Abby Chin sit down for exclusive 1-on-1’s with Ime Udoka and Brad Stevens. Later, Amina Smith talks with Al Horford about returning to the Celtics. 1:00-Chris Forsberg’s takeaways from Ime Udoka’s introductory press conference 5:40-Interview with Ime Udoka 11:30-What relationship does Udoka have with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown? 17:45-Interview with Brad Ste...

Chris Forsberg, Phil Perry, Brian Scalabrine, Jackie MacMullan, Jeff Goodman, and Amina Smith discuss the Celtics hiring Ime Udoka as their next head coach, and how he will fit with the team. 3:30-Brian Scalabrine on how Udoka’s experience in the NBA will benefit the Celtics players 9:00Jackie MacMullan and Jeff Goodman on Udoka’s reputation around the league 15:00-How much say did Jayson Tatum an...

The Athletic's Jay King joins Chris Forsberg to discuss Marcus Smart's future with Boston, what Brad Stevens needs to do this offseason to maximize Brown and Tatum and who Jay thinks the Celtics should hire as the next Head Coach 3:30 - Will Marcus Smart be the starting point guard next season? 12:45 - Which players should the Celtics target this offseason? 15:00 - What will Evan Fournier's free a...

Brian Scalabrine joins Chris Forsberg for an emergency podcast to discuss Brad Stevens' first big move as President of Basketball Operations, which sends Kemba Walker to Oklahoma City and brings Al Horford back to Boston. 1:00 - Breaking down the trade 7:30 - How could Al Horford help this Celtics team? 11:45 - What happens with the Center position? 15:30 - Could Kara Lawson be the next Celtics he...

Chris Forsberg talks with Rich Shertenlieb from 98.5 The Sports Hub about Danny Ainge’s departure, the time Tommy Heinsohn rapped, and which players will be traded this offseason. 4:00-Did Danny Ainge leave hints about his departure this season? 8:00-How much did the bubble impact Ainge and Stevens’ role changes? 15:00-Reflecting back on the time Tommy Heinsohn rapped to ‘Baby got back” 18:00-How...

ESPN NBA Front Office Insider Bobby Marks joins Chris Forsberg on the Celtics Talk Podcast. They discuss what Kemba Walker's future looks like, the challenges Brad Stevens faces as he transitions to the front office and how much input Jaylen and Jayson will have in who the Celtics hire as their new head coach. 1:00 Can the Celtics get something of value if they trade Kemba Walker? 9:00 - What advi...

Jeff Goodman joins Chris Forsberg on the Celtics Talk Podcast to discuss some off the Celtics biggest offseason decisions including what to do with Kemba Walker, whether they should give Robert Williams an extension and if Bradley Beal would ever want to play with Tatum in Boston. Also, Wyc Grousbeck joins Trenni Kusnierek to discuss Danny Ainge's departure and the decision to promote Brad Stevens...