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Luis and Topher break down what's happening with former Celtics in the doldrums of summer, including Doc Rivers, nicknames for the soon-to-be-stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, and what Tatum's ceiling looks like compared to other rookies this year.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/celtics-lab-nba-basketball-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pr...

In the darkest heart of the offseason, we've found some compelling basketball issues to talk about. This week, Justin Quinn and Topher Lane get into a host of topics, ranging from Jaylen Brown's stellar outing at this year's Africa Game to which rookies look ready for prime-time, and what changes we'd like to see in the league as a whole. So, put down the kleenex and stop mourning our beloved spor...

Luis and Mark discuss what the returning Celtics could improve on, Kyrie Irving, the Cavs' mess, Isaiah Thomas' hip, and more! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/celtics-lab-nba-basketball-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

This week, Luis and Justin ddiscuss the wild news that Kyrie Irving wants out of the Cleveland Cavaliers, and how this potential move affects the Boston Celtics and their NBA Finals hopes. They also discuss the reported John Wall extension, and what exactly is going on with all these minimum contracts being signed around the NBA. Finally, what was the motivation behind the Shane Larkin signing? Tr...

Gordon Hayward officially signed with the Celtics, will be wearing number 20, the Celtics Summer League squad falling to the Mavericks officially kicks off the worst part of the year for basketball fans, and changes to the NBA rules and how it may affect the Celtics. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/celtics-lab-nba-basketball-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircl...

Mark and Topher break down the unfortunate departure of fan favorite Avery Bradley and how/why it came to be, Jayson Tatum rocking the summer league both in Utah and now Las Vegas, and the flurry of moves that have gone down across the NBA in the past week.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/celtics-lab-nba-basketball-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bra...

While the Boston Celtics were neck-deep in nonsense trying to determine whether they had indeed landed their primary free agency target yesterday, the rest of the league continued with their own signings, much of which could have significant impacts on the Celts in some way or another. Join Justin Quinn and Luis Gonzalez - formerly of The Players Tribune - as they sort through what might have caus...

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times - and then it was the best of times again. For those of you who just finding out about the ordeal three teams (the Boston Celtics, Miami Heat and Utah Jazz) went through as Gordon Hayward reportedly signed with the Celtics, only to have that report denied just moments later, well, that saga has finally come to an end. We think. After several hour...

Major trades and already signings before the start of free agency, what's it mean for the Celtics and their pursuit of banner 18? Justin and Topher explain.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/celtics-lab-nba-basketball-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Se...

The start of free agency is almost upon us, and before it's even started, we've already seen the first major move of the offseason, sending Chris Paul from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Houston Rockets. Join Topher Lane and Justin Quinn as they break down the move and its potential impact on the league, their analysis of the most likely targets for the Celts come July 1, and a whole lot of other...

Luis and Mark take a deeper look at the Celtics selections and some moves made on draft night around the NBA. They discuss the potential and probability of the Paul George/Gordon Hayward combo coming to Boston and how an additition of those two stars will effect the Celtics short and long-term future. They also shed some light on the Josh Jackson fiasco with the Phoenix Suns coercing him to avoid...

It's the day after the draft, and a lot of questions swirling about which direction Danny Ainge and company were going to take have been answered. Mark Allison and Justin Quinn break down each of the picks the Boston Celtics made in the 2017 NBA Draft, with some light analysis on each and discussion of all the trades that went down that night that might impact the Celtics next season. We'll be tak...

Can't decide if Danny Ainge just made a genius move or a terrible one? Getting lost trying to keep tabs on who we should draft? Curious to know how another fanbase is looking at all of this? Join Justin Quinn and friend of the pod and former NBA scout Alton Labreque - who just so happens to be a fan of the Celts' arch-rivals, the Los Angeles Lakers - as they break down the trade for the top pick,...

Danny Ainge went and did it. He traded the first-overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft less than a week before the big day. The news began to leak out Friday night that this deal with the Philadelphia 76ers was in the works, and it only took another day for the two teams to come to an agreement. We took a day to stew on the shocking revelation, and let it out last night on the podcast. Topher Lane an...

This week, Luis Gonzalez and Justin Quinn break down how the 2017-18 cap situation will affect the teambuilding efforts of the Boston Celtics, and several other teams around the league long-term plans. They also get into some (mostly ineffective) attempts to come up with some nicknames for future and current Celts, touch on the NBA Draft and Summer League, and even get into a little bit on the NBA...

Join Mark Allison and Justin Quinn as they try and predict which current Celtics will still be on the roster come October, and which potential free agents might take their place. They also talk about Markelle Fultz, Lonzo Ball and other NBA Draft-related issues, and have a little fun at Lebron James' expense while recapping the NBA Finals. This episode even has dramatic readings of original poetry...

This week, Luis Gonzalez and Justin Quinn take a quick look back at the 2016-17 season and Game Five of the Eastern Conference Finals, and a preliminary dive into the MANY options the Boston Celtics have on their plate for what's shaping up to be one of the more exciting offseasons in living memory for Celtics fans. With a boatload of decisions to make and a ridiculous collection of assets at thei...

After a nailbiting win almost no one expected, Topher Lane and Justin Quinn take a look back at what went a long way towards dispelling some of the sillier narratives floating around the NBA media of late. They also take a look at potential top pick options in the 2017 NBA Draft on the incredibly unlikely chances Danny Ainge and company make a surprise pick, or perhaps trade back a bit in the draf...

Luis Gonzalez and Justin Quinn take on the unwelcome tasks of recapping the first two losses in the Eastern Conference Finals versus the Cavs just before Game Three's epic comeback victory, as well as debunking the "worst #1 seed ever" narrative that's been used recently to describe the Celts. We recorded this before Game three yesterday, which went a LONG way to making our point for us...

The Draft Lottery Special! Topher and Mark recorded this while watching the lottery Tuesday night so you get their initial reaction to the Celtics win as it happened! They talk who the C's should select at #1 ( cough Fultz) and whether or not a trade could be in the cards now that we know they've landed the top spot.    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/celtics-lab-nba-basketball-pod...

Join Justin Quinn, Topher Lane, Josh Coyne and a bunch of other guests as we recount the storied career of Boston Celtics legend and First Ballot Hall of Famer Paul Pierce, the "mother#&!% Truth". We cover the highlights (and one especially low moment) of his career, talk about his potential future in the league now that the era of Pierce as a player has drawn to an end, cover his re...

Luis and Mark talk about the Celtics dropping two in a row to the Wizards and the importance of game 5, the 2008 C's mini reunion on area 21 and their thoughts on Ray Allen, Kelly on Kelly violence, the coach of the year awards, and all kinds of other fun stuff.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/celtics-lab-nba-basketball-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co...

In this midweek episode Topher and Mark go over Isaiah Thomas' monster 53 points in game 2, last nights drubbing in Washington, some fond Pierce memories, and we debut our Celtics themed drinking game that came about from trying to make Marcus Smart launches from downtown a lot more fun.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/celtics-lab-nba-basketball-podcast/donations Advertising Inqui...

The Boston Celtics closed out the Chicago Bulls in six games to get their first trip to the NBA Playoffs' Second Round for the first time in the Brad Stevens era, only to face a surging Washington Wizards squad...and win the first game of the series. Luís Gonzalez and Justin Quinn talk about how Boston got its act together, and how the current series looks to play out after a very tough start for...

This week's deep dive mid-week pod covers the potential impact of First Round NBA Playoff results on the Boston Celtics' summer plans for free agency and trades. Luis Gonzalez and Topher Lane break down how recent struggles on and off the court have changed the outlook for players like Gordon Hayward, Jimmy Butler, Blake Griffin, Paul George, and several other likely Boston targets. While this was...