Lucky's Lounge

Bill Simmons sure knows how to drive internet traffic. The Boston Sports Guy's unsourced speculation that Jeff Bezos was interested in buying the Celtics had a lot of Celtics fans thrilled...that the Amazon founder could ensure that Fenway Sports Group does not purchase their beloved C's. Cap and Guillermo discuss the Celtics ownership drama, plus Jayson Tatum's return to St. Louis as...

The NBA schedule is out, and now Celtics fans can finally see the road map for a repeat championship. Despite some tough road trips, Cap and Guillermo are thrilled with the schedule, and explain why. Plus, more people in the NBA agree with the Captain that JT's Olympic experience was an overall positive for all involved. #USABasketball #Celtics #Knicks #Warriors #SteveKerr #JaysonTatum #Jaylen...

He played with Larry Bird, Charles Barkley, and Michael Jordan--twice. He shares a unique nickname with Jayson Tatum. On the 40th anniversary of Michael Jordan's Team USA winning the gold in the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, former Celtic center Joe Kleine, who played on that team, comes into the lounge to talk about the 1984 Olympics under coach Bob Knight, his time with the Celtics, and the...

Though Team USA has cruised to a 4-0 record these Olympics, two potentially huge obstacles lie ahead: Nikola Jokic in the semifinals, and (maybe) Victor Wembanyama in the gold medal game. Despite handling Serbia easily in the run-up to the semi, Steve Kerr is taking no chances. Could America lose? And what is wrong with Jayson Tatum's jump shot? Plus, we discuss 2nd apron drama, Gordon Hayward...

If social media posts are any indication, then Banner 18 served a dual purpose: leaving the Celtics again as the undisputed legends of the NBA, as well as delivering a serious psychological blow to Celtic haters. The behavior of some fans toward Jaylen Brown's omission from Team USA and JT's Game 1 benching by Steve Kerr is proof that the anti-Boston crowd is not dealing well with the pend...

If the Boston Celtics are going to be defeated, it's going to be by a rival NBA franchise, not some suit on Park Avenue. The current Celtics ownership group is ignoring the punitive CBA--the frozen draft picks, restrictive trade rules and the astronomical repeater taxes--and paying the freight to keep the champions together. We discuss the Sam Hauser 4-year contract extension and marvel at the...

One month into Boston's reign as NBA champions, Celtic fans are enjoying plenty of basketball, with Team USA boasting three Celtics as they prepare for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, and the Green Team's entry in the Vegas Summer Pro League. Cap and Guillermo discuss a winning week for both teams, and what they're looking forward to in the week ahead. #NBASummerLeague #USABasketbal...

Team USA is getting a major boost from the NBA champion Celtics. After Derrick White was announced as an injury replacement for Kawhi Leonard, Jayson Tatum and Jrue Holiday showed out in a victory over Team Canada in Team USA's first tuneup. Cap and Guillermo discuss the White selection, and whether Jaylen Brown's obvious disappointment will become an issue for the team down the road. #Cel...

While other teams try to make big-name splashes in free agency, the Celtics quietly re-signed several key role players, ensuring that 13 of the 15 2024 NBA champion Celtics will be back for a run at a repeat. Cap and Guillermo discuss Brad Stevens' shrewd signings, and break down Free Agency so far. #DifferentHere #BradStevens #SamHauser #XavierTillman #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #AlHorford #Kri...

It was widely believed that the Boston Celtics would once again trade off of their 1st round pick, avoiding luxury taxes and opting for a cheaper option or a stash player. Brad Stevens had other ideas, selecting Creighton Blue Jay Baylor Scheierman, a player Lucky's Lounge had lobbied for. Cap and Guillermo discuss the pick, and evaluate which teams improved themselves the most in the first ro...

NBA DRAFT PREVIEW--What a week for the Celtics, with 1.5 million green-clad fanatics taking to the streets of Boston to heap adoration on the 18-time World Champions! Guillermo Diaz was there, and shares with us a few moments with Green Teamers. Then he joins the Captain for the 2024 NBA Draft Preview. Is this the year Brad actually uses a first-round pick? #DifferentHere #NBADraft2024 #Celtics #J...

On the eve of the first duck boat parade in 16 years, Cap and Guillermo recap the incredible 2024 championship season. Then they grade each player for their contributions and shed some light on which players will return in '25, and which will take their rings elsewhere for greener pastures. #DifferentHere #Celtics #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #JoeMazzulla #JrueHoliday #AlHorford #KristapsPorzingi...

THE BOSTON CELTICS ARE NBA CHAMPIONS!!! Cap and Guillermo break down the clincher for Banner 18, and how a total team effort put the icing on the cake for a historic season. A perfect cap to a perfect season! #DifferentHere #JaylenBrown #JaysonTatum #JoeMazzulla #BradStevens #KristapsPorzingis #PaytonPritchard #SamHauser #JrueHoliday #DerrickWhite #Luka #Kyrie #Banner18 #Celtics

The Boston Celtics have rarely lost this season--or postseason, for that matter--but when they do, the loss can be of epic proportions. Cap and Guillermo discuss the Celtics lackluster effort in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, and whether it will be the start of a historic comeback, or a meaningless historical footnote. #DifferentHere #MFFL #Celtics #Mavericks #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown #JrueHoliday #AlH...

After each passing game, these Boston Celtics are looking like an all-time great team. In a huge Game 3 win on the Mavericks' home floor, Boston is now one win away from history. Cap and Guillermo discuss the amazing game from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, and the phenomenal bench support that righted the ship in the first quarter and helped Boston hold off the Mavs. #DifferentHere #JaysonTat...

Just as they were in 2022, the Boston Celtics are two wins away from history. Cap and Guillermo were in the building for Game 2 of the NBA Finals and discuss the greatness of the NBA's best backcourt, Jrue Holiday and Derrick White. After the win, Celtic and Maverick faithful join the show to break down the game and look forward to a trip to Big D.

Though many national pundits are predicting a Mavericks championship, the Celtics--with Kristaps Porzingis back in the lineup--once again proved that they're a dominant force. Cap and Guillermo break down Game 1, and discuss what the Mavs will do in Game 2 to try and even the series. Plus, the Lakers enter the chat with a pending move that could propel them back into the Finals. #DifferentHere...

Two years after a painful loss on the parquet to the Golden State Warriors, the Celtics are set to kick off another NBA Finals. Cap and Guillermo break down the series between the Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks, including: * The health of Porzingis * Key Matchups * Depth * Coaching * Series history You will enjoy this series primer! #NBA #NBAX #DifferentHere #MFFL #JaysonTatum #JoeMazzulla #Jayl...

After sweeping the tough and gritty Indiana Pacers, the Celtics are back in the Finals...awaiting their dance partner from the West--most likely the Mavericks. Guillermo Diaz, back from his honeymoon, rejoins Cap to discuss the Celtics ECF sweep, Jaylen's MVP, and the silly narratives being propagated by the national press. #DifferentHere #Celtics #JaylenBrown #JaysonTatum #JrueHoliday #AlHorf...

Despite juggernaut status, the Celtics still had to contend with the narrative that they were only good at winning with big leads. What would happen if they were down late against a good team, in a hostile environment? In Game 3 in Indianapolis, the Celtics once again proved they are up to the task, making history in the process. Captain Ron breaks down the win, including Joe Mazzulla's brilli...

In one of those games everyone who attended will never forget, the Celtics snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum each made massive offensive and defensive plays in the last minute of regulation and in overtime, destroying the narrative that the Celtics can't win in the clutch. Cap and Guillermo discuss whether the dogfight with Indiana portends a dangerous ser...

The cakewalk is over. A dangerous Indiana Pacers team, led by star point guard Tyrese Haliburton brings the NBA's top-ranked playoff offense into Boston after upsetting the 2nd-seeded Knicks. We preview the series and explain why Indiana will be no pushover in the conference finals--if the Celtics want to go to the Finals, they're going to have to earn it. And while Guillermo enjoys a hone...

In Wednesday's 113-98 series clincher at the Garden, Celtic voice Mike Gorman beamed at 37-year old Al Horford. Who could blame him? Horford singlehandedly lit a fire under the Celtics' players and fans, willing Boston to victory with a historic performance. Now in the ECF for the sixth time in eight seasons, the Celtics will hear a lot of annoying questions: Was this the easiest playoff r...

Maybe it's the hostile crowds. Maybe it's the bonding on the bus. But these Celtics seem much tougher on the road in the postseason. After the Celtics' 106-93 win over the Cavaliers in G3, Cap and Guillermo discuss the encouraging performances of Jayson Tatum and Jrue Holiday, as well as the leadership of Jaylen Brown. The guys then speculate as to why Boston is only a .500 home team o...

As the Celtics continue to rack up wins by huge margins, it is refreshing to see how they're doing it: as a TEAM. But for some of the loudest voices on the internet and sports talk stations, wins and losses are irrelevant. Guillermo and Cap examine their criticism of Jayson Tatum, and give Big Deuce a different grade for his performance. Plus, a KP sighting at practice? #DifferentHere #JaysonT...