Locked On Celtics - Daily Podcast On The Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum injured his ankle against the Kings. How will this impact them moving forward? Dive into the win over Sacramento, where Tatum's performance shone before his injury. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' strategy, highlighting Jaylen Brown's return, Derrick White, Kristaps Porzingis, and Baylor Scheierman. The episode explores the Celtics' bench stepping up wit...

The Celtics (53-19) stayed perfect on their current 6-game road trip and ran their win streak to 6 in a row with Monday night's 113-95 win over the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Arena in Sacramento. Jayson Tatum left the game after hitting a free throw in the 3rd Quarter and he did not return. Tatum suffered a sprained left ankle after hitting a 3 and having Domantas Sabonis step into his landing a...

Jayson Tatum dazzles with a near triple-double as the Boston Celtics extend their winning streak to five games, defeating the Portland Trail Blazers. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down Tatum's stellar performance, highlighting his 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists. But was he working on a specific kind of shot in this game? The episode explores Sam Hauser's impressive three-point...

The Celtics (52-19) won their 5th in a row overall and improved to a season-high 33 games over .500 with Sunday's 129-116 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center in Portland. The Celtics have won 6 in a row over the Trail Blazers and 6 straight in Portland. The Celtics last loss at Porland came in November of 2018.     ----- Scoring Leaders: Jayson Tatum scored 24 of his team-high 3...

Boston Celtics dominate the Utah Jazz with a commanding, and even surprising effort in a 121-99 victory, inching closer to the top seed in the Eastern Conference. Can Jayson Tatum's defensive skills rival those of Giannis Antetokounmpo? Host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' impressive performance, highlighting standout plays from Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis, and Derrick...

The Celtics (51-19) opened up their season-high, 6-game road trip with a (121-99) over the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City Friday night. The Celtics have won 4 in a row overall and are now 9-1 in the month of March. The Celtics also win both games in the season series vs. the Jazz.     ----- Scoring Leaders:  Kristaps Porzingis led the Celtics with 27 Points and 10 Rebounds. Jayson...

Boston Celtics fans, brace yourselves! The iconic NBA team has been sold for a staggering $6.1 billion to a group led by lifelong fan Bill Chisholm. This record-breaking sale marks a new era for the Celtics, sparking questions about the team's future and potential NBA expansion. Host John Karalis dives into the details of the sale, introducing Chisholm and exploring his plans for the Celtics. With...

Can Joe Mazzulla's media strategy redefine the Boston Celtics' narrative? Dive into the dynamics of the Celtics as John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and guest Tom Westerholm explore Mazzulla's unique approach to media interactions. Discover how Baylor Scheierman's recent standout performance, including a 20-point game against the Nets, could shift the Celtics' future plans. The discussion high...

The Boston Celtics clinched a thrilling 104-96 win against the Brooklyn Nets, with Baylor Scheierman and Kristaps Porzingis leading the charge. Scheierman delivered a career-high 20 points, including a perfect fourth-quarter performance, while Porzingis dominated with 25 points and 13 rebounds. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down these standout performances, exploring how Scheierman'...

The Celtics (50-19) won their 3rd in a row and improved to a season-high 31 games over .500 with Tuesday night's (104-96) win over the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden. The Celtics sweep the season series from the Nets and have won 8 straight meetings with Brooklyn.         ----- Scoring Leaders: Kristaps Porzingis led the Celtics with 25 Points and 13 Rebounds. Baylor Scheierman hit a 3 at the buzzer t...

This episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East features a lively discuss on the Toronto Raptors' controversial late-game strategies and the broader implications of tanking in the NBA. The panel explores various proposed solutions to the tanking problem, including fines, lottery reforms, and radical changes to the draft system. The conversation touches on the ethics of tanking, its impact on fan...

The regular season is essentially over, and the Celtics are taking advantage. They're finally strategically resting key players like Jaylen Brown and (maybe) Jayson Tatum to ensure peak performance. As the team gears up for a deep playoff run, host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' approach. Plus, mailbag questions that includ3 insights into Brown's performance during...

Can Kristaps Porzingis's return from illness propel the Boston Celtics to new heights?  John Karalis, alongside guest analyst Tom Westerholm, breaks down Porzingis's comeback and its impact on the team's dynamics. They also explore Jrue Holiday's impressive playmaking and Payton Pritchard's record-breaking three-point shooting. The discussion also highlights Sam Hauser's potential to influence pla...

Kristaps Porzingis returns to the Boston Celtics lineup, sparking a thrilling 115-113 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Can the Celtics maintain their momentum with Porzingis back in action? Dive into the game analysis as John Karalis breaks down key performances, including Payton Pritchard's record-breaking night and Jayson Tatum's brilliant half of a game. Explore how the Celtics' strategy unfolde...

The Boston Celtics delivered a thrilling win over the Miami Heat, with Jrue Holiday and Derrick White leading the charge. Holiday's standout performance, scoring 25 points, and White's clutch fourth-quarter heroics are at the heart of this analysis. Host John Karalis breaks down these key moments, exploring Jayson Tatum's mixed performance and Neemias Queta's unexpected impact. The discussion also...

The Celtics (48-19) beat the Miami Heat for the 3rd time this season with Friday night's 103-91 win at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The Celtics have won 6 in a row against the Heat dating back to last season. With the win, the Celtics avoided losing 2 in a row for the 3rd time this season. The Celtics improved to 9-3 this season with Jaylen Brown out of the starting lineup.  -----  Scoring Leaders:...

The Boston Celtics, led by stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, recently clashed with the OKC Thunder in a game that could hint at a future NBA Finals matchup. Host John Karalis and guest Tom Westerholm take a quick look back at OKC's impressive performance and how the Celtics need to handle them if they meet again. They also dissect the Celtics' injury report, rotation strategies, and the impact...

The Celtics, led by Jayson Tatum, faced a challenging game without Kristaps Porzingis, while the Thunder capitalized on their aggressive play style to live at the free throw line and beat the Celtics in Boston. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the intense matchup, highlighting Tatum's impressive stats and the duel with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He also examines Jaylen Brown's strug...

The Celtics (47-19) closed out their homestand with a 118-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.  With the loss, the Celtics 5-Game Win Streak came to an end.  The Celtics two losses on the homestand were to the Cavaliers in the opener and the Thunder in the finale.  OKC won both regular season meetings with the Celtics.   ----- Scoring Leaders: Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 33 Points, 8 Rebou...

Jaylen Brown says this is the best time of year for the Celtics as they prepare for another run at a championship. And the timing of big performances couldn't be better as they gear up for a crucial matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal, alongside guest analyst Tom Westerholm, explores the Celtics' recent standout performances by Derrick White, Sam Hauser...

  This episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East features hosts debating the impressive turnarounds of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons, analyzing the Coach of the Year race between Kenny Atkinson and JB Bickerstaff. The panel explores the battle for the 4th seed between Milwaukee, Indiana, and Detroit, considering each team's needs and playoff implications. They also examine the cur...

Sam Hauser's career-high 33-point performance lights up the Boston Celtics' victory over the Utah Jazz. John Karalis breaks down the Celtics' game dynamics, highlighting Hauser's shooting brilliance and Jaylen Brown's intriguing stats. The episode also covers Derrick White's contributions and the impact of Brice Sensabaugh's fourth-quarter surge for the Jazz. With Kristaps Porzingis battling an un...

The Celtics (47-18) survived a 4th-Quarter scare but still managed to extend their win streak to 5 in a row with a 114-108 win over the Utah Jazz Monday night at TD Garden.  Utah's lost 6 in a row overall and 13 straight road games.  The Celtics led by 24 in the 3rd Quarter, but the Jazz came back and tied the game at 103 in the 4th but could not manage to take the lead in the final minutes. -----...

When the Celtics beat the Lakers, you have to talk about it for more than one day. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the charge in a game that reignited the historic rivalry, and they showed exactly why the Celtics should be unstoppable in the playoffs this year.  Join host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and guest Tom Westerholm as they dissect the Celtics' tactical advantages and the impac...

Can the Boston Celtics maintain their momentum after a thrilling victory over the LA Lakers? Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown combined for an impressive 71 points, leading the Celtics to a decisive win. Host John Karalis breaks down the game, focusing on the Celtics' strategic adjustments and defensive tactics against Luka Doncic. Discover how Al Horford and Derrick White's pick-and-rolls disrupted t...