Celtics Talk

In our latest edition of “The Off C’Season”, Jeff Goodman joins Chris Forsberg, Kevin O’Connor and Tom Giles to react to all the weekend’s biggest NBA news before going deep on what the Celtics should do in this week’s NBA Draft.   1:00- The guys react to Game 7 of the NBA Finals before discussing Tyrese Haliburton's injury and the Kevin Durant trade 12:30- Jeff Goodman shares what he thinks Bosto...

Drew Carter, Chris Forsberg, and Yahoo NBA Insider Kevin O'Connor discuss have a deep discussion about how the Celtics deal with the salary issues they have moving forward as a second apron team. Cap guru and former NBA GM Bobby Marks joins us to give his thoughts on what the Celtics should do this offseason. Also, we look at how new ownership could effect the situation. WATCH every episode of the...

Drew Carter, Chris Forsberg, Brian Scalabrine, and Yahoo NBA Insider Kevin O'Connor discuss what next season could look like in the Eastern Conference for the Boston Celtics with the expected moves this offseason, plus Jayson Tatum's injury. Can Boston still be in the mix? What will the other leading contenders do this offseason?   1:30-Reaction to Jaylen Brown having arthroscopic surgery on his r...

Chris Forsberg and Drew Carter welcome in Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports and Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated for another edition of “The Off C’Season” to discuss potential trades the Celtics and teams around the NBA could make this summer.   2:30- The guys each share their favorite ‘fake’ trades for this summer 18:30- Chris Mannix shares what he’s hearing out in OKC about the latest news around...

The Boston Celtics face a critical offseason! In the first episode of "The C;season," Chris Forsberg, Drew Carter, and Kevin O’Connor discuss the financial crunch caused by the new CBA, Jason Tatum's injury, and potential trades for Jaylen Brown, Drew Holiday & more. Will the Celtics rebuild or try to stay competitive? Get the inside scoop! 2:00-How the CBA impacts the moves the Celtics might make...

Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin (with a special appearance from Celtics reporter John Karalis!) react to Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens' end-of-season press conference and share their final thoughts on the end of the team's season. Then, Chris talks with Brad Stevens in an exclusive 1-on-1 interview following the press conference.   1:00- Chris and Abby share their main takea...

The Celtics’ season comes to an end with a 119-81 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Boston struggled to get anything going from the start and was left trying to make sense of failing in their goal to repeat as champions and looking to next year.   1:00- Chris Forsberg and Brian Robb react to the Game 6 loss and look ahead to what’s next for Boston 10:55- K...

The Celtics are still alive. Boston, playing without the injured Jayson Tatum, beats the New York Knicks, 127-102 to send the series back to New York for Game 6. Six Celtics players finished in double-digits in points with Luke Kornet adding an unreal seven blocks on the defensive end in an all-around team win for the green.   1:00- Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin react to the win and Jaylen Brown st...

Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton react to an absolutely devastating night for the Boston Celtics. For the third time in the series, Boston was unable to stop a second-half surge from the Knicks, who take a 3-1 series lead after winning 121-113. On top of the loss, the Celtics lost superstar Jayson Tatum to a potential season-ending Achilles injury late in the fourth quarter.   1:00- Chris and Kayla...

Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics' much-needed blowout win over the Knicks in Game 3. They dive into Payton Pritchard’s big performance and the Jay's solid night. Plus, hear great postgame reactions from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok...

Another disastrous fourth quarter for the Boston Celtics against the New York Knicks, and a shocking 2-0 series deficit as the series shifts to New York. Boston for the second straight game led by 20 points late in the third quarter, but went ice cold offensively in the fourth, getting outscored 30-17 in the final frame to lose 91-90 in Game 2.   1:20- Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton react to ever...

The Celtics blow a 20-point second-half lead to the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals and lose 108-105 in overtime. Boston set an NBA playoff record with 60 three-point attempts and only made 15 on their way to the loss. What went wrong for Boston, and how concerned should we be? Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin break it all down… plus, we go inside the locker room to hear...

It’s official: the Celtics will face the Knicks in Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs. Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton share their instant reactions to the matchup, break down the potential challenge Jalen Brunson poses, and reveal what they hope to see from the Celtics in the next series. 1:00 - Initial reaction to the Celtics-Knicks matchup 7:30 - Will Jalen Brunson be a problem for the Celtics? 16:30...

Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin break down the Celtics 120-89 Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic. They discuss Boston's explosive second half, Al Horford’s standout performance on defense, and look ahead to potential semifinal matchups. Plus, hear from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown at the podium. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X...

Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics' 107-98 win over the Orlando Magic. They discuss Al Horford's defensive performance, Jayson Tatum's big night and the C's chance to close out the series in Boston on Tuesday.  WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok Hosted by Simplecast, a...

Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics 95-93 loss to the Orlando Magic in Game 3. They talk about Jayson Tatum showing no signs of injury after making his return, their lack of offense outside of Tatum, and a new injury concern for Jaylen Brown. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram...

Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the C's 109-100 win over the Orlando Magic. They discuss Jaylen Brown's big night, Kristaps Porzingis taking an elbow to the head and contributions from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok Hosted by Simplecast,...

Chris Forsberg reacts to the news that Payton Pritchard has officially been named the 2024-25 NBA Sixth Man of the Year. Forsberg shares his thoughts on Pritchard's journey before sharing an extended sit-down interview he had with the Celtics guard earlier this spring.   1:00- Forsberg reacts to Pritchard's season and the growth he's made over the last few seasons 10:40- Payton Pritchard joins For...

Abby Chin and Chris Forsberg recap the Celtics’ dominant 103-86 win over the Orlando Magic. They break down Jayson Tatum’s fall on his wrist, highlight standout performances from Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, and Jrue Holiday, and weigh in on Tatum being overlooked in the MVP race WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCScel...

With the playoffs tipping off Sunday at TD Garden, Chris Forsberg checks in with a few voices from the other side. First, he chats with Orlando Magic broadcaster Dante Marchitelli to preview the Celtics-Magic first-round matchup. Then, SNY's Ian Begley joins to break down the vibe around the Knicks and the potential for a New York-Boston matchup. Finally, Kayla Burton jumps in to talk all things p...

Chris Forsberg reacts to the Orlando Magic defeating the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night to move on to play the Celtics in round 1 of the NBA Playoffs. 2:00: Chris reacts to the Magic's game vs. the Hawks, and how they match up against the Celtics 4:00: How the Magic will try to take advantage of C's throughout a series 6:35: Magic's previous feud with Eddie House is reignited? 8:00: Look ahead to...

Tom Giles joins Chris Forsberg to discuss the state of the Celtics and preview the team's status with the NBA postseason officially here.   1:00- How concerned are you with Jaylen Brown's injury situation entering the playoffs? 6:25- Would you rather the C's play the Hawks or the Magic in the first round? 10:50- Is the Eastern Conference really better than it was last season? 14:20- How special wo...

The Celtics beat the Hornets 93-86 in the regular season finale. With the win, Boston improves to 61-21 on the season, good enough for the second seed in the Eastern Conference playoff bracket.   1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts after the win 7:30- Forsberg, Eddie House, Brian Scalabrine and Drew Carter join Tom Giles to offer instant reaction, then Abby Chin catches up with Payton Pritcha...

The Celtics get their 60th win of the season with a 130-94 blowout win over the Charlotte Hornets. Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton react to the win, plus they break down Luke Kornet’s hilarious “attack ad” against Derrick White as he makes his pitch to win the season-long Tommy Award, and D-White’s response after the game.   1:00- Forsberg and Kayla react to the win 24:45- Jayson Tatum postgame pr...

Chris Forsberg welcomes in Kayla Burton to take a big picture look at where the Celtics stand heading into the postseason and discuss what, if anything, can stop this team from repeating as NBA champions. Plus, the two react to the team’s thoughts on the support they get from Celtics fans on the road and to Brad Stevens’ thoughts on keeping the team together this year, and on the growth of Jayson...