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The longest nonstop Boston Celtics podcast available online or streaming, Celtics Beat is released 52 weeks of the year – with no exceptions. Host Adam Kaufman provides some of the most insightful analysis on all things Boston Celtics and the NBA. And no other podcast covering the Celtics on the web delivers some of the most well-known and respected personalities both in and outside the NBA as Celtics Beat does. New episodes are available for download every Sunday at iTunes and Stitcher. Episodes are also available OnDemand at http://www.clnsmedia.com and the CLNS Mobile App.

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Boston, MA

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The longest nonstop Boston Celtics podcast available online or streaming, Celtics Beat is released 52 weeks of the year – with no exceptions. Host Adam Kaufman provides some of the most insightful analysis on all things Boston Celtics and the NBA. And no other podcast covering the Celtics on the web delivers some of the most well-known and respected personalities both in and outside the NBA as Celtics Beat does. New episodes are available for download every Sunday at iTunes and Stitcher. Episodes are also available OnDemand at http://www.clnsmedia.com and the CLNS Mobile App.

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English


Episodes
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654: Walsh Should START for Celtics When Tatum Comes Back w/ Jack Simone

12/12/2025
Jack Simone covers the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini and is the co-host of the "How About Them Celtics" podcast. Jack joins the program to discuss the recent loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, Jaylen Brown playing like a top-10 player, and why Jordan Walsh should remain in the starting lineup. X: @JackSimoneNBA 3:16 - Celtics fall flat against Bucks 9:23 - Boston is better at re-igniting offense this year 12:49 - Sam Hauser just a slow starter? 26:12 - Jaylen playing like a top-10 player 44:25 - Walsh should start when Tatum comes back Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, December 12th 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:01:09

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653: Celtics ARE Contenders, Time to Add w Dan Greenberg

12/6/2025
Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the C's turning into legit Eastern Conference contenders, the emergence of Jordan Walsh, and the disrespect of Joe Mazzulla. X: @StoolGreenie 6:45 Celtics HAVE to make a trade for another big 14:47 Does Boston really need a stretch big? 32:54 Jordan Walsh is the biggest development of the year 44:00 Young players emerging as real contributors Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, December 6th 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:01:32

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652: White Resurgence Fuels Celtics Best Win of '25/'26

11/28/2025
Adam and Evan are thankful for all of YOU, and because of that they did a solo show. The boys discuss Derrick White's hot streak, Joe Mazzulla's coaching job, and the Boston Celtics upcoming schedule. X: @adammkaufman; @evanvalenti 8:40 Pistons might be the win of the year 18:05 Celtics role players can actually play 31:32 Boston’s upcoming schedule could be winless 38:54 Are Mazzulla’s plug-and-play lineups working? 49:53 Jaylen Brown for All NBA? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, November 28th, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:00:14

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651: Is Mazzzula the RIGHT Coach for THIS Celtics Team? w/ Justin Turpin

11/21/2025
Justin Turpin covers the Boston Celtics for WEEI. Justin joins the program to discuss the Celtics early "success", why Coach Mazzula is the RIGHT coach for this team, and how Boston can revamp its center rotation. X: @JustinmTurpin 7:10 Even the down years are entertaining 11:30 Is Mazzula the right coach to develop this group? 21:34 White, Pritchard are back to normal 29:43 Does Boston REALLY need a stretch big? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, November 21st, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:50:43

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650: Walsh, Minott Highlight Celtics First Month w/ Abby Chin

11/14/2025
Abby Chin is a sideline reporter and a studio host for NBC Sports Boston. Abby joins the show to discuss Jaylen Brown handling the pressure, the young role players finding a way, and why the Celtics are absolutely not tanking. X: @tvabby 5:56 2025 is a reminder how hard it is to win in NBA 13:41 Jaylen’s playmaking starting to shine 25:22 Role players shining in first month 44:30 Dybantsa at TD Garden Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, November 14th 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:57:27

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649: Derrick White is Celtics Most Disappointing Storyline w/ Brian Barrett

11/8/2025
Brian Barrett is the host of "Off The Pike" podcast for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the show to discuss the Boston Celtics uneven start, Luka Garza's "impact", and what is different about Jaylen Brown this year. X: @itsbrianbarrett 4:30 Disappointing start to Celtics season 11:25 Derrick White is the biggest disappointment so far this year 29:15 Jaylen Brown can be a #1 option 37:05 Should C’s be targeting a high draft pick? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, November 8th, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:54:09

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648: Can Celtics Have Top-10 Offense AND Defense? w/ Jack Simone

10/30/2025
Jack Simone covers the Boston Celtics for Hardwood Houdini and is the co-host of "How About Them Celtics". Jack joins the program to discuss the Celtics big win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, Josh Minott's early success, and whether Boston can be top-10 on both sides of the ball. X: @JackSimoneNBA 6:54 Cavs win is proof of concept for Celtics 13:13 “Josh Minott is the best rebounder on this basketball team…” 16:58 Oshae Brissett walked so Josh Minott could run 29:00 Can Celtics be a top-10 offense? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, October 30th, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks a! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:57:18

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647: Are the Celtics Any Different? w/ Cedric Maxwell

10/26/2025
Cedric Maxwell is the MVP of the 1981 NBA Finals and the Celtics color commentator for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Max joins the show to discuss Boston's 0-2 start, Jaylen's new role, and gambling in the NBA. X: @cedricmaxwell81 4:45 Is anything different from last year? 13.38 Everyone’s job is harder because Tatum is gone 17:02 Get excited about the building blocks 27:53 Gambling in the NBA Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, 26th 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:50:16

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646: Could Brown's Injury Derail Season Before it Starts? w/ Brian Robb

10/17/2025
Brian Robb covers the Boston Celtics for MassLive and also co-hosts the "Still Poddable" podcast. Brian joins the program to discuss the expectations for 2025-2026, how Jaylen Brown's hamstring injury can put the playoffs out of reach, and why trading Derrick White might be the best way for the C's to reload. X:@BrianTRobb 10:05 Expectations for the regular season 22:11 Brown injury puts damper on opener 28:16 What’s the priority of the front office? 34:39 Is trading Derrick White the way to reset the roster? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, October 3rd, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:48:40

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645: Which Role Players are Emerging w/ Dan Greenberg

10/12/2025
Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the new-look team, Josh Minott's impact, and Anfernee Simons passes his first test. X: @StoolGreenie 4:05 Big takeaways from early preseason 14:54 New guys bring good ball pressure 20:26 Celtics rotation has Hugo IN? 43:02 Simons is the biggest wild card of the season Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, October 3rd, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Raycon! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Go to www.buyraycon.com/PCS to get 20% off the Everyday Earbud Classics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:05:23

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644: Tatum Will Return, Celtics Will Make Playoffs

10/3/2025
Media Day has passed, which means we have REAL CONTENT for the first time in MONTHS. Adam and Evan get into Tatum’s video update, Anfernee Simons defensive comments, and Al Horford’s departure to Golden State. 6:52 Does Tatum update video change anything? 19:01 Celtics playoff run is a reality 30:15 Simons defensive comments concerning? 55:07 Al Horford departs for the West Coast Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, October 3rd, 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Gametime! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 in lineups when you play $5! Download the Gametime app today, create an account, and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:09:02

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643: Can Jayson Tatum go to Another Level After Injury? w/ Sean Grande

9/26/2025
Sean Grande is the LONGTIME voice of the Boston Celtics. Sean joins the program to discuss Jayson Tatum's timeline to return, what to expect out of Coach Mazzulla and the roster, and what stood out in Bill Chisholm's first press conference as new owner. X: @SeanGrandepbp 3:50 We have no idea how good/bad Celtics will be 5:00 Tatum’s return has nothing to do with the playoffs 27:15 Celtics have an odd roster 32:44 Will Tatum’s game be different when he returns? 53:09 Bill Chisholm confirms he has final say over decisions Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, September 12. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:14:23

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642: Tatum's Health ISN'T the Biggest Storyline of '25-26? w/ Brian Barrett

9/19/2025
Brian Barrett hosts "Off the Pike" for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the program to discuss the new "report" on Jayson Tatum's health, whether his health is the biggest storyline of this upcoming year, and whether Joe Mazzulla is suffering from a"brain drain". X: @itsbrianbarrett 8:14 Should the Celtics stand in the way of Tatum’s comeback? 14:44 Is Tatum’s health NOT the most important storyline in 25-26? 31:57 Could Mazzulla’s stubbornness cost him? 36:24 Celtics coaching staff has full support of front office Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, September 12. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 in lineups when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:58:36

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641: Can '25/26 be a Win/Win for Celtics w/ Dan Greenberg

9/12/2025
Dan Greenberg covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Greenie joins the program to discuss how the Boston Celtics can have a positive outlook for the upcoming season no matter what, which young role player is going to emerge, and how Jaylen Brown could end up in Atlanta. X: @StoolGreenie 2:42 Is this a win/win season? 11:33 Confidence in the young bench? 23:48 What can Mazzulla do with less talent? 1:01:50 Jaylen going back to Atlanta? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, September 12. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks and Gametime! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Download the Gametime app today, create an account, and use the code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:12:02

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640: Tatum's Leadership Shows During Rehab w/ Keith Smith

9/6/2025
Keith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac and also hosts The Front Office Show. Keith joins the program to discuss the recent allegations against the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, the new salary cap projections for 26-27, and congratulate Celtics legend Jeff Twiss. X: @KeithSmithNBA 3:42 Kawhi-Clippers caught red-handed? 16:46 What kind of punishment could be coming? 28:48 Does new ’26/27 salary cap projection help C’s? 39:02 Walsh gives us “update” on Tatum 43:57 Tatum’s recovery gives us insight on his leadership Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, September 6th. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:59:55

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640: Tatum's Leadership Shows During Rehab w/ Keith Smith

9/6/2025
Keith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac and also hosts The Front Office Show. Keith joins the program to discuss the recent allegations against the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, the new salary cap projections for 26-27, and congratulate Celtics legend Jeff Twiss. X: @KeithSmithNBA 3:42 Kawhi-Clippers caught red-handed? 16:46 What kind of punishment could be coming? 26:33 Does new ’26/27 salary cap projection help C’s? 36:47 Walsh gives us “update” on Tatum 41:42 Tatum’s recovery gives us insight on his leadership Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, September 6th. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:57:27

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639: Could Simons LEAD Celtics in Scoring? w/ Bobby Manning

8/29/2025
Bobby Manning is a Celtics reporter for CLNS Media and a co-host of The Garden Report. Bobby joins the show to discuss the future of Anfernee Simons, the summer of Neemias Queta, and MORE. X: RealBobManning 6:40 Could Simons lead C’s in scoring 22:42 Porzingis rebounds in EuroBasket 34:14 New coaching wrinkles this year 44:15 Inside look at Queta’s summer Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 29th. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:54:27

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638: Celtics are ABSOLUTELY a East Playoff Team w/ Gary Washburn

8/22/2025
Gary Washburn is a Senior NBA Writer for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the finalization of the Celtics sale, whether Boston IS good enough to make the playoffs, and why Tatum will push to come back sooner. X: @GwashburnGlobe 4:26 No expectations for new ownership group 11:14 Will Chisolm lean on Wyc? 24:48 Celtics need to wait for Tatum to be completely cleared 41:32 Pritchard was Holiday’s toughest assignment Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 22nd. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:01:48

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637: Should Pritchard be Celtics Starting Point Guard? w Jack Simone

8/15/2025
Jack Simone is the Celtics beat reporter for Hardwood Houdini and co-hosts the "How About Them C's" podcast. Jack joins the program to discuss the Celtics' schedule, Payton Pritchard as the starting point guard, and whether Wyc's new role actually matters. X: @JackSimoneNBA 3:07 Phil Pressey was under-appreciated 10:26 Why do we care about the schedule release? 19:30 Should Payton Pritchard start? 35:13 Wyc’s role isn’t what we thought 40:52 Mazzulla’s extension doesn’t mean his job is safe Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, August 15th. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:50:14

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636: The Anfernee Simons Paradox w/ Seth Landman

8/8/2025
Seth Landman is a former NBA Fantasy Basketball Writer. Seth joins the program to discuss the Celtics newest addition (Chris Boucher), does an Anfernee Simons trade even exist, and KG's postseason dominance. X: @slandman33 5:44 He’s the best big on the team 14:57 Jayson Tatum leaves massive shot creation void 28:15 Should the C’s feel more pressure to trade Simons now? 38:29 What should this season be about? Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Thursday, August 7th. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:07:38