Lucky's Lounge

In a playoff series everyone saw coming, the Celtics must now take on a team built to beat them--the New York Knicks. Previewing the series, Cap and Guillermo are joined by NBA Author Paul Knepper to discuss this tilt between two of the NBA's longest-playing franchises. #DifferentHere #Celtics #Knickerbockers #Knicks #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #JrueHoliday #Porzingis #DerrickWhite #JalenBrunson...

After one of the weirdest halves of basketball of the season, the Celtics followed Jaylen Brown's lead and annihilated the Magic, 120-89. Cap and Guillermo discuss the remarkable turnaround, and whether there will be a "Magic hangover" in Round 2. #DifferentHere #JoeMazzulla #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #JrueHoliday #KristapsPorzingis #LukeKornet #PaytonPritchard #AlHorford #PaoloBanche...

The Celtics seized control of their first round series Sunday, closing out the game over the last four minutes, 16-7 after being tied 91-91. Cap and Guillermo discuss how the game was won by veteran role players. Plus, NBA playoff physicality and some edge-of-your-seat basketball out West. #DifferentHere #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #Porzingis #TingusPingus #DerrickWhite #PaytonPritchard #NBAPlayoffs...

The Celtics-Magic series has offered better UFC action than basketball beauty thus far, but the Celtics like the results. Cap and Guillermo discuss Boston's 109-100 victory, and how Boston might be looking to manage Jayson Tatum looking forward in this series. Plus, we look at the history of the Boston Celtics and the "6th Man." #DifferentHere #Celtics #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #Kris...

When the Celtics' three best scorers, all frontcourt players, struggle offensively, all is not lost. Despite getting KP and the Jays being outproduced by the Magic frontcourt, it was Boston's backcourt that delivered the knockout punch. Derrick White, Jrue Holiday and Payton Pritchard combined for 58 points to lead the Celtics to their first series win. Cap and Guillermo discuss a physical Game 1,...

After a 61-win season, the Celtics are riding high going into their series with...Orlando. Cap and Guillermo break down the history of the rivalry, and give their predictions for every playoff series. Can the Celtics avenge a regular-season series loss to Paolo, Franz and Co.? #Celtics #Magic #NBAPlayoffs #JaysonTatum #PaoloBanchero #FranzWagner

After their final road trip of the regular season, the Celtics sit atop ALL Celtics teams with an incredible 33-8 road record. But one team that beat them twice was the Orlando Magic. Cap and Guillermo discuss the current health and philosophy of the Celics, and whether they have it takes to advance in the playoffs. Plus, another FREE TICKET GIVEAWAY! Check out all the Celtics coverage with our pa...

The most dominant road team in Celtics history...has big problems winning at Boston Garden. Cap and Guillermo discuss the Celtics' loss to Miami after a 14-1 March. Why do the Celtics lose at home after every successful road trip? Plus, is Jaylen Brown putting award eligibility before playoff health? And we're doing another TICKET GIVEAWAY! #DifferentHere #JoeMazzulla #JDDavison #JaysonTat...

Celtic Nation saw their season flash before their eyes when Jayson Tatum went down in Sacramento, writhing in agony. But the 27-year old star was back on the court in Phoenix, itching to play. Cap and Guillermo discuss a dominant win against the Suns, continuing the Celtics' recent string of good play. Plus, the latest on the team's pending sale...is Bill Chisholm's bid in jeopardy? #D...

Despite once again reaching the 50-win plateau, the Boston Celtics have been knocked off the perch as favorites to win the 2025 NBA championship. Cap and Guillermo discuss why that happened, and whether the Celtics can defeat conference leaders Cleveland and OKC. Plus, Baylor Scheierman saves the Celtics from certain defeat, and Coach Joe and Co. meet "Coach Nanny." Get all the latest Ce...

Losses to the two best teams in the league, and frequent collapses in the fourth quarter. The Celtics' recent 7-game homestand highlighted the obvious: Boston must improve or they're not going to win it all. Cap and Guillermo discuss the loss to the OKC Thunder, and what Boston must do in the final 16 games. #DifferentHere #Celtics #OKCThunder #SGA #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #JrueHoliday #ChetHolmg...

Cap and Guillermo check in after the Celtics impressive stifling of LeBron, Luka and the Lakers. They discuss the Jays' outplaying of Bron and his new running mate, and a thrilling night at the Garden, let my ageless Al Horford. Plus, how injuries continue to affect the playoff race. #DifferentHere #Celtics #Lakers #LeBron #Luka #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #JrueHoliday #AlHorford #JoeMazzulla Ch...

Everyone is talking about OKC and Cleveland's depth. After Wednesday night, maybe they'll start talking about the Celtics again. Cap and Guillermo discuss the history-making performance of three-point bombers Derrick White and Payton Pritchard. Plus, the Mavs are now cursed, and...what's going on with KP and Jrue? #DifferentHere #Celtics #PaytonPritchard #DerrickWhite #JoeMazzulla #Jor...

In some ways, it was like old times. A raucous Motor City crowd, and a physical war on the hardwood. Cap and Guillermo recap the Celtics beatdown at the hands of the Pistons, and discuss tough games ahead at the Garden. Plus, nicknames for JT, and why Luke Kornet is so irreplaceable for Boston. #DifferentHere #Celtics #Pistons #JoeMazzulla #JaysonTatum #KristapsPorzingis #PritchPlease #DerrickWhit...

Rejuvenated after a break, the Celtics blow out the 76'ers in Philly. Are last year's Celtics finally back? Cap and Guillermo discuss one of the most satisfying wins of the season. Plus, Wemby goes down with an injury and a Celtic rival gets suspended for alleged PED use. #Celtics #DifferentHere #NBA #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #PaytonPritchard #DerrickWhite #KristapsPorzingis #LukeKornet #JoelEmbii...

The All-Star break is here, and the rest of the NBA is happy to see it, as the Celtics are heating up and starting to resemble last year's team. Cap and Guillermo discuss the Celtics' recent run of play, who should get the credit, and what it means for their title hopes. Plus, Luka trade fallout in Dallas, Jaylen visits The Tonight Show, and which Celtic has the best sunglasses? #DifferentHere #MF...

While several NBA teams underwent significant roster changes at the deadline, the Celtics improved at the margins. But while signing bought-out players usually doesn't move the needle, Cap and Guillermo explain why Boston's newest Celtic could have an impact this season. Plus, an examination of all the major trades made at the deadline. #DifferentHere #Celtics #JaysonTatum #JoeMazzulla #Ja...

HOF roundball writer and broadcaster Peter Vecsey joins the Captain inside the Lounge for a broad list of topics starting with a breakdown of the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade (spoiler alert: he doesn't agree with Twitter and NBA players on who won the deal). Hoops junkies will be fascinated to learn Vecsey's incredible life story, including how a trip to the Magic Kingdom (not to watch...

After a second 3-1 Western Conference road trip,the Celtics returned home to...collapse again. We discuss the latest heartbreaking loss, this time to Ime and the Rockets. Is there any hope for the Celtics to get their mojo back? Plus...Jimmy Butler plays his last game for the Heat. Get the latest Celtics coverage at SportSpyder.com

Maybe it was just a "schedule loss." Maybe it was having to go to OT the night before. Or maybe it was the Celtics' way to give the disaster-ravaged people of the Southland a pick-me-up. Either way, the Lakers completely dismantled Boston on Thursday night to continue Boston's consistently inconsistent play. Cap and Guillermo discuss the game, and whether it will jump-start the C...

The Celtics are in the NBA's dog days, the January period where a team's motivations and legs tend to be hit or miss. The variance for the Celtics, however, is extreme. Cap and Guillermo discuss the Celtics' 40-point win at Golden State, and the collapse against the Hawks that preceded it. Plus, what the Warriors are saying about the Celtics should have every Celtic fan feeling good ab...

Another head-scratching loss in Toronto has most Celtics fans wondering...what happened to Celtic basketball? Cap and Guillermo discuss the current Celtic state of affairs, and whether it's time to be concerned...or just annoyed. Plus, a trade in the NBA, the Lakers honor a Celtic-killer, and likely rule changes coming. #DifferentHere #Celtics #Raptors #KristapsPorzingis #JaylenBrown #JaysonTa...

A three point shot is better than a layup. A 3-1 road trip is better than 2-2. And three Celtic fanatics inside the Lounge are better than two. Cap and Guillermo welcome a new co-host to the show, and we discuss Boston's impressive road trip through the Northwest Division's gauntlet. Plus, are the Cavs and Thunder locks for the Finals? #DifferentHere #Celtics #JoeMazzulla #JaysonTatum #JrueHoliday...

After woefully underperforming in December, the Celtics have started a wicked road trip with two impressive performances, the latest being a blowout of Ime Udoka's Rockets. Cap and Guillermo discuss how the Celtics seemingly have fixed some of their woes, and look ahead to the top-rated Thunder. Plus, what did Paul Pierce just say about the Miami Heat? #DifferentHere #Celtics #HeatNation #PaulPier...

Forget Times Square and NYC...NYE was more fun in Boston this year, as the Celtics treated the matinee audience to a 54-point blowout of the Raptors. Still, the dominant performance was not enough to erase serious concerns about this team's title hopes. Cap and Guillermo discuss Boston's recent poor form, and unpack Joe Mazzulla's pregame comments. Is Joe concerned, or nah? #DifferentHere #JoeMazz...