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In this episode of "Showtime with Michael Cooper," we are privileged to host NBA veteran and icon, Dee Brown. Known for his illustrious career and deep understanding of basketball, Brown delves into his journey, unfolding tales from his experiences on and off the court. From his earliest influences to his legendary time with the Boston Celtics, Brown shares captivating anecdotes and insights that...

On this episode of the Cedric Maxwell Podcast, hosted by CLNS Media's Nick Gelso, Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell reacts to Boston's shocking trade of Jaylen Brown to the 76ers. Max discusses whether this was a basketball decision or if something else was at play, whether the Celtics mishandled their relationship with Brown, if this is a championship move or a franchise reset, why Boston traded him...

Reacting to Jayson Tatum's historic 51-point performance & the Celtics advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals, special guest Donnie Wahlberg joins Max & Josue to discuss if Boston has finally turned the corner toward an NBA title or if Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat can stop them in their tracks. 0:00 Donnie joins the pod! 0:55 Jayson Tatum propels Celtics to ECF 2:58 Boston is just deeper 4:...

On this episode, Bob Ryan gives 2026 Finals MVP Jalen Brunson his flowers after leading the New York Knicks to their first NBA title since 1973. He compares him to the other great small guards in NBA history, assesses where Brunson ranks amongst Knicks legends, and breaks down what makes him special. The Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast on CLNS is Powered by:  💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http:/...

Bob Ryan goes deep on one of basketball's most underrated topics — Larry Bird's defense. Was he actually good? Bob makes the case that Bird was far better than his reputation suggests, breaking down his three straight All-Defensive Second Team selections, his ability to clamp down situationally late in games, and his most iconic defensive moments including the steal on Isaiah Thomas and a legendar...

In the latest episode of the Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman podcast, Bob takes a trip down memory lane to talk about his stories with the all-time greats of the two current NBA Finals teams. Don't miss this in-depth look at Tim Duncan, Walt Frazier, George Gervin, and more! 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Walt Frazier 4:16 - Michael Ray Richardson 5:20 - Bernard King 8:54 - PrizePicks 10:57 - Willis Reed 12:08 - Dav...

On this episode, Bob Ryan and Gary Tanguay reminisce about the legendary Wilt Chamberlain. Bob tells the story of Wilt's fallout with Lakers head coach Butch van Breda Kolff in 1969, which could have cost the Lakers a championship. He then recalls the famous series vs the Knicks in the 1970 Finals, where Willis Reed famously returned from injury for Game 7 and fired up the Madison Square Garden fa...

On this episode, Bob Ryan and Gary Tanguay play a game of 'what if?' Bob theorizes how good Reggie Lewis and Len Bias would have been had they not tragically passed away. Bias was an All-American star at the University of Maryland who died of a fatal cocaine overdose on June 19, 1986, just two days after being drafted to Boston. Reggie Lewis, the captain of the Celtics, tragically died of sudden c...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Showtime with Michael Cooper on CLNS! This week, we have the pleasure of hosting Darren Daye, a pivotal member of the 1987 Boston Celtics. Join us as we dive into Darren's basketball journey, from his college days to playing with NBA legends, and his unforgettable moments on the court. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive content! *...

Cedric Maxwell sits down with Rick Mahorn for a raw old-school NBA conversation. Mahorn breaks down how the Bad Boy Pistons defended Michael Jordan, why playoff basketball is still about physicality, how he would guard Joel Embiid, Victor Wembanyama, Giannis, Nikola Jokic and Karl-Anthony Towns, plus stories about Dennis Rodman, Isaiah Thomas, Larry Bird, Robert Parish and the Celtics-Pistons riva...

In this episode, Bob Ryan and Gary Tanguay relive the heated rivalry between two NBA titans: the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers. Larry Bird and Julius Erving were the main characters of this feud in the 1980s, but Bob and Gary remember and recognize some of the forgotten faces of the rivalry, including Bobby Jones and Maurice Cheeks. They also tell the iconic tale of Larry Bird’s presea...

Join NBA legends Cedric Maxwell and Nate "Tiny" Archibald as they reminisce about their time as teammates on the 1981 NBA champion Boston Celtics, share incredible stories from their careers, and discuss the evolution of basketball. 🏀 In this exclusive interview, Tiny opens up about his heart transplant, how he joined the Celtics, and the fierce Boston-Philadelphia rivalry in the 80s. Listen to h...

With the 2026 Celtics Playoffs just about to tip off, Bob Ryan takes a trip down memory lane with Gary Tanguay to remember his all-time favorite Celtics playoff runs. Hear unique stories on 1986, 2008, and more! 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - 1986 9:15 - 2008 10:11 - PrizePicks 12:35 - 1976 20:00 - 1966 22:00 - 1969 24:30 - Bob's Writing 28:30 - Wrapping Up! CLNS Media’s preferred Daily Fantasy partner is Pr...

On a The Cedric Maxwell Podcast, Celtics legends Robert Parish and Cedric Maxwell look back on the iconic trade that brought Parish to Boston and changed the franchise forever. The two reminisce on how the deal came together, what it was like at the time, and how close things came to going in a completely different direction. Maxwell also reveals that he nearly ended up in Golden State as part of...

NBA Hall of Famer Robert Parish joined Max on the latest episode of The Cedric Maxwell Podcast. Cornbread and The Chief discuss the greatness of Larry Bird, the state of the NBA and more in this clip. For more checkout the FULL Episode on the channel! FULL 39-Minute Podcast w/ The Chief and Cornbread: ⁠https://youtu.be/Ln5TK9qaboE⁠ Join this channel to get access to perks, exclusive content, rate...

In this episode, Bob Ryan and Gary Tanguay react to the news of Doc Rivers being inducted into the Nasmith Basketball Hall of Fame. Bob explains why he’s so excited for the former Celtics Coach and why the Hall of Fame did the right thing by putting Doc in. They also look back on Doc’s time with the Celtics and his impact on the team and the city as well. 0:00 - Welcome in 0:35 - Instant Reaction...

Max welcomes old friend and former teammate Robert Parish to The Cedric Maxwell Podcast. Cornbread and The Chief discuss their former teammate Larry Bird & Parish shares the famous story of Bird's brawl against Dr. J and the 76ers! The Cedric Maxwell Podcast on CLNS is Powered by:  💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Downlo...

Max welcomes old friend and former teammate Robert Parish to The Cedric Maxwell Podcast. Cornbread and The Chief share discuss their former teammate Bill Walton & Parish shares an UNTOLD Bill Walton practice story! Go get Robert Parish's book: https://www.amazon.com/Chief-Robert-Parish/dp/1637279612 Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/Ln5TK9qaboE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Max welcomes old friend and former teammate Robert Parish to The Cedric Maxwell Podcast. Cornbread and The Chief share old Celtics stories, their thoughts on the current NBA and more! Go get Robert Parish's book: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Chief-Robert-Parish/dp/1637279612⁠ 00:00 Coming up on The Cedric Maxwell Podcast 1:10 Robert Parish on his book The Chief 2:20 Chief on his upbringing and strict p...

In a Cedric Maxwell Podcast classic, Max & Josue talk about the craziest, most unfathomable sports moments of their lives NBA History on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum was asked who he believes is the greatest Celtic of all time — and his answer surprised some young fans. Tatum chose Larry Bird over Celtics legends like Bill Russell, John Havlicek, Bob Cousy and Paul Pierce. In this episode Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe & Sherrod Blakely of the Garden Report Celtics Post-GameLive break down: ☘️ Why Tatum connects with La...

Bob Ryan tells the famous tale of Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game! Chamberlain and the Philadelphia Warriors defeated the New York Knicks 169–147 in Hershey, PA, as Wilt set the NBA single-game scoring record. The Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:  💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Downloa...

The 1987 NBA All-Star Game wasn’t just an exhibition — it was a war. Larry Bird. Magic Johnson. Michael Jordan. Isiah Thomas. Dr. J. Back in the Golden Era of the NBA, All-Star Games meant something. In this video, we break down one of the most competitive All-Star Games ever played — including: • The clutch free throws that forced overtime • Isiah Thomas trying to rattle the shooter • Tom Chamber...

Bob Ryan tells the tale of the highest scoring Celtics game EVER. In 1959, the Bob Cousy-led Celtics took down the Minneapolis Lakers 173-139. Tune in for a conversation about one of the most bizarre basketball games of all time! The Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:  💰 Prize Picks - ⁠https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS⁠ 📲Sign up at ⁠http://prizepicks.onelink.m...

Bob Ryan breaks down the real relationship between Larry Bird and Kevin McHale — and why the Celtics dynasty of the 1980s doesn’t happen without both of them. They weren’t best friends. They had different personalities. They even irritated each other at times. But when it mattered most? They needed each other. In this episode, Bob Ryan explains: • The truth about Bird and McHale’s chemistry • Why...