They're Gonna Call It A Hard Foul?!

Mike and Jim breakdown the Celtics disappointing effort vs the Bulls, and coach Joe Mazzulla's meltdown. Mike also gives holiday advice and hands out Christmas coal to former Celtics. Cameron Tabatabaie, host of the Celtics Lab Podcast, joins Jim to discuss Celtics player development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics go double big and dominate Pistons. Pritchard and White get hot. Concerned about Tatum missing another game with an ailing knee? Around the NBA and advice by Pastor Mike! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics split vs. the Grizzlies and the Bucks. Morant and Jackson shine for Memphis, and we break down the strategy of leaving Holiday open from 3. We analyze the Celtics clutch 4th quarter vs the Bucks, Tatum's dominance, and Giannis' history of dirty play. Mike advises on how you should talk to your kids about pets having intercourse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

"Professor" Pritchard goes off with 4 straight 20 point games. We breakdown the Celtics win vs the Heat, and Donovan Mitchell's heroics to take down the C's on Sunday. We added a new segment: "Advice With Mike." Want advice from Mike email the show at ahardfoul@gmail.com Payton Pritchard video footage created by the great Tomasz Kordylewski (@timi_093) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

The Celtics blasted the Clippers in KP's triumphant return. Plus, we offer advice on Thanksgiving conversation and to the City of Boston on bike lanes. Jim's pick of the day: the under in the Minny/Houston game. All that and more on the "They're Gonna Call it a Hard Foul?!?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Kristaps Porzingis will return tonight against the Clippers. Mike and Jim also break down the Celtics' thrilling win over the Timberwolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics ended the Cavs' 15-game win streak. We highlight how Tatum and Brown score through contact, and we second-guess Coach Mazzulla. The Celtics bring a playoff level of intensity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics win in overtime on a Tatum buzzerbeater vs the Raptors. Problems with the Celtics defense? Where is Tillman? And looking ahead to tonight's showdown vs. the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celtics don't take the Hawks seriously and the basketball Gawds make them pay, and then they play some of their best basketball of the season vs the Nets. We take stock in Neemias Queta's play, and praise the on the floor leadership of Tatum and Brown. We also look around the league at the Sixers, Knicks, and Bucks. While looking ahead at the showdown between the Celtics and Cavs on Tuesday night....

Is the Warriors and Nets physical approach to the Celtics - the new way of doing business? Giannis Antetokounmpo and the floundering Bucks. Taking stock in the Celtics bench, and looking around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim and Mike nitpick the world champ's 6-1 start. Grant Williams is a dirty player? Joel Embiid assaults a 76ers beat reporter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Payton Pritchard is a buzzer-beater legend. The Celtics pulled away from the Bucks in the 4th quarter. Tony Brothers should be fired—Mike Pods solo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a slow start, the Celtics get their act together and blow out the Wizards. Jim's NBA pick of the day focuses on a defense that Vegas and NBA experts are overrating early in the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a perfect night at the Garden. Pure Celtics porn! Banner 18 goes to the rafters and Jayson Tatum and the Celtics execute to offensive perfection as the the C's dominate the Knicks. 82-0 is alive an well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We preview banner night and Celtics vs Knicks, analyze the Lonnie Walker roster cut, and compare Tommy Heinsohn's famous call vs that of a Presidential candidate over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we give our preseason thoughts on Xavier Tillman's shooting, Jordan Walsh's improved play, and Lonnie Walker's future. Jim also dives into Joe Mazzulla's attention to detail in late-game situations. Lastly we check in on Paul George and Dante De Vincenzo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textPRESEASON Baskeball baby: Boston Celtics taking on the Denver Nuggets in Abu Dhabi! Can the New York Knicks transform their fortunes with the acquisition of Karl-Anthony Towns? Join us as we navigate the complexities of the NBA's latest blockbuster trade, which sees Towns heading to New York, with Julius Randle and Dante DiVincenzo making their way to Minnesota. Support the show Lear...

Send us a textWhat if the Boston Celtics' financial woes could reshape the future of the NBA? In this episode, we tackle the escalating conflict between team owner Wyc Grousbeck and his father Irv over the Celtics' massive payroll and luxury tax burdens. With a potential $500 million payroll looming, we explore the possibility of a team sale and the unique challenges of not owning TD Garden. Prosp...

Send us a textJoin us as we explore the curious case of Lonnie Walker, who recently signed with the Boston Celtics on an Exhibit 10 contract. Despite his notable stats and improved three-point shooting, this talented athlete settled for a non-guaranteed deal. We dissect the potential reasons, and analyze how this signing fits into the Celtics' broader strategy. Former BABC assistant coach and curr...

Send us a textWhat could the Boston Celtics look like under the ownership of Jeff Bezos? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Jake Issenberg (@jakeissenberg), host of the First of the Floor (@First2TheFloor) podcast, as we discuss Bezos, Tatum, Yabu, and the 24-25 Celtics win totals. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWhy would Steve Kerr bench Jason Tatum in favor of less accomplished players like Devin Booker? We dive headfirst into this puzzling decision in our fiery discussion, "Steve Kerr is an Asshat." Mike made sure that this episode in definitely NSFW!Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn this episode, we break down the offseason moves, focusing on the crucial contract extensions for Sam Hauser, Derek White, and Tatum. You'll get an inside look at the financial aspects of Hauser's four-year deal and its significance compared to other league contracts. We also discuss the implications of these extensions on the Celtics' future, including how they plan to manage play...

Send us a textWhat if selling one of the NBA's most storied franchises could reshape its entire future? Join us on Hard Foul for an exclusive deep dive with Michael Pina of The Ringer as we discuss Wyc Grousbeck's shocking decision to put the Boston Celtics up for sale. Discover the stability Grousbeck has provided since taking over and the potential instability that comes with new ownership. We'l...

Send us a textWhat if the Boston Celtics could maintain their championship momentum while facing fierce competition from revamped rivals? We take a deep dive into the NBA's latest trades, focusing on the Knicks' strategic move to acquire Mikal Bridges. We break down the implications of these trades and speculate on how they shift the balance of power in the Eastern Conference, with teams gearing u...

Send us a textReady to relive the Boston Celtics' exhilarating journey to their 18th NBA championship? Join us as we recount the electric game that showcased the Celtics' impenetrable defense and standout performances from Jalen Brown and Jason Tatum. We'll break down key moments, like Derek White's dogged defensive plays and the poignant exit of Al Horford. Celebrate the team's unselfish play and...