First To The Floor: A Boston Celtics Podcast

The Celtics successfully play their way into the playoffs thanks to Tatum’s 50 point domination of the Wizards. Are Tatum’s post-game leadership comments enough to silents the doubters? Plus, should we be evaluating Kemba and Smart’s value as trade pieces or future roster pieces, Timelord’s growing injury list, general playoff excitement, and why you should be hopeful in the upcoming series agains...

Another much-needed Fan Therapy session after disappointing back-to-back losses in must-win games against the Heat. Did we learn anything about this team that we didn’t already know? Plus, difficult Tatum truths, Jaylen’s Injury, offseason moves, and the many reasons for optimism going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Immediate reactions to the Celtics’ incredible 32 point comeback victory against the Spurs, including Tatum’s 60 point performance, Nesmith’s soaring stock value, and Celtics fans abandoning the team at half-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Longtime Celtics/NBA reporter, Steve Bulpett, joins us to help us understand this bizarre Celtics season. Plus, addressing Brad Stevens criticism, player allegiances across different sports, comparing the team’s perception of Tatum and Brown to previous star duos, and loads more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tatum and Brown lead the Celtics to a bounce-back win against the pesky Hornets, while Aaron Nesmith injects some much-needed energy into the bench squad, but is it enough to sway fans’ expectations heading into the playoffs? Plus, the Thompson/Timelord big rotation is awesome, Romeo’s minutes reduction, and Smart’s “threatening language”. Finally, a look at the final 9 games and the likelihood of...

Where will Jabari Parker fit into the Celtics’ rotation? Whose minutes will he absorb, if anyones? Plus, the Celtics five-game hot streak, Kemba’s increased Tatum & Brown assist numbers, Tatum’s pick ’n roll playmaking, and expectations for the remainder of the season. In the Reddit recap, MEMES. Memes everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayson Tatum became the youngest 50-point scorer in Celtics history as the Celtics take five quarters to shake off the Timberwolves. Plus, the continued evaluation of Kemba Walker, Timelord’s post-Embiid performances, and Marcus Smart; struggling would-be star, or amazing role player? Later in the Reddit recap, do fans need to dial back the criticism of their favorite players? Learn more about you...

What exactly is wrong with the Celtics? Do the players even think this season is worth it? Can the season be saved or should we look to the offseason? Plus, nitpicking at Tatum and Smart’s games, evaluating the “read and react” offense, and why the stability of the Celtics franchise will dig us out of this hole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics beat writer for Boston.com and host of the Gino Time podcast Tom Westerholm joins us to discuss the Celtics moves at the trade deadline, the Celtics’ long term outlook, and potential moves in the buyout market. Plus, how Tom got into sportswriting, and what trade deadline day is like from the perspective of a beat writer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Known Theis expert Fongos joins us to commiserate over Theis’ departure at the trade deadline and the idea of shifting focus to other members of the Celtics' roster. Plus, the short/long-term assessment of the Fournier trade, tax concerns, buyout candidates, and Luke Kornet the Embiid stopper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tatum and Brown put up solid performances in a loss to the Cavaliers, but a disappointing 1-3 stretch after the all-star break has triggered our second Fan Therapy episode of 2021. Is the bench to blame for the Celtics’ repeated struggles, or do the Jays need to do more? Is there any remaining confidence these issues can or will be resolve by the trade deadline? Plus, TPE fatigue, Timelord’s great...

Celebrating Tatum and Brown's performances throughout all-star Sunday, the best/worst moments at the halfway point of the regular season, and whether it’s worth owning those ‘moments’ on NBA Top Shot. Plus, the Celtics Reddit Recap, including Harrison Barnes’ impact compared to Gordon Hayward, Paul Pierce as a HOF finalist, and the pros & cons of hoarding our first-round picks. Learn more about yo...

The Celtics suddenly find themselves amidst a win streak after sinking the Clippers courtesy of Kemba, Timelord and patches of solid team defense. This week, we look at Kemba’s increasing impact beyond the stats, the Pritchard/Timelord connection, and the defensive schemes still bothering Tatum. Plus, the Celtics Reddit Recap, including putting the Hayward/Turner thing to rest, clearing up Timelor...

Kemba Walker has been gradually improving this past week, but is he a good long-term fit as a third option next to Tatum and Brown? Plus, key moments in another frustrating loss to the Mavericks, continued defensive issues, and the Jays make the all-star team. Later, the Celtics Reddit Recap, including the lasting curse of the Isaiah Thomas trade. Link to u/hecalledgame’s Curse of IT post. Learn m...

Why are the Celtics losing so frequently? Is it poor coaching, ‘ticker’, roster related, or something else? What is the justification for playing Thompson over Timelord? Plus, the Celtics’ defensive weaknesses, the Jays usage/assist rates, rising Aaron Nesmith stock, and addressing the “Fire Brad Stevens” movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Bernardoni (aka Dangercart) joins us to discuss the Celtics’ evolving TPE situation, comparing dream and realistic TPE outcomes, Tatum’s elevating ceiling and the revolving door center rotation. Plus, why a Kemba trade is considered unlikely, and fielding twitter inquiries from Celtics nerds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A narrow loss to the Lakers provides some cause for optimism, with great performances from Tatum & Brown and an emerging big-man hierarchy with Theis and Timelord. Meanwhile, Kemba Walker is a divisive player among fans. We discuss the arguments for and against keeping Kemba as the supplemental star to the Jays. Plus, Marcus Smart’s injury, JJ Redick trade rumors, Tatum’s all-time career moments,...

Tatum impresses in his first game back, while Jaylen continues his epic stretch with an effortless 26 points. With Kemba’s return to form, how can we expect the Celtics’ “Big 3” to perform? How do they compare to other dynamic trios and duos around the league? Plus, Aaron Nesmith’s rising stock, Marcus Smart the pure point guard, revisiting the big-man rotation after Theis’ impressive stretch, and...

Kemba’s welcome back party was nixed by the Knicks, but there were some promising elements to his game. Plus, on/off numbers for our big three, and some fans are losing patience with Grant Williams. Later, the after-shock from the Harden trade, and should Celtics Reddit ban Kyrie content? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With no recent Celtics games and the immediate future unclear, it’s time for another Fan Therapy podcast. What’s going great for the Celtics? What’s going terribly for our rivals? There’s plenty to lift your mood in these difficult times. Plus, Joe shares his experience attending Game 6 of the 2008 finals while the guys share their favorite Celtics “rewind” moments. Finally, this week’s reddit rec...

How does Payton Pritchard compare to previous Celtics 1st round picks, and what impact will his early ascension have on this season? Plus, Jayson Tatum continues to improve, but fans are still divided on his late-game shot selection, leading to contentious comparisons to a young Kobe Bryant. Later, some much-needed performances from the young bench, Jaylen Brown can do no wrong, and Celtics Reddit...

What are the biggest takeaways from the first three games? Is it possible Tatum’s missed deep game-winner is not that big a deal? Plus, reactions to the Pacers game, Jaylen’s strong start, and the best new roster addition “showcases”. Finally, humoring the Harden trade enthusiasts, exploring non-Jaylen Brown trade scenarios and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As promised, the very friendly and reflective Abby Chin answers YOUR questions, and some of ours as well.  Topics covered include Abby’s journey to becoming the sideline reporter for the Celtics, how it all went down when she was let go (and re-hired) by NBC Sports Boston, what a working day looks like and her thoughts on the upcoming season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Payton Pritchard and Aaron Nesmith put up strong debuts for the Celtics. Running down the roster, what were the impacts to player value coming out of the first preseason games? Is Jeff Teague just Ray Allen in Brad Wanamaker's body? Plus, a genuine welcome back to Abby Chin, and why it's okay that Tatum and Brown played terribly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which young Celtic is most likely to “pop” and become a reliable contributor or a legitimate asset to help the Celtics use their Traded Player Exception? Is Hayward’s departure indicative of his lack of confidence in Tatum and the Celtics’ championship aspirations? This week we deep-dive into LarBrd33’s “Showcase Season” piece, outlining the top candidates to showcase their value to not only the C...