Celtics Reddit Podcast

Tatum and Brown put up solid performances in a loss to the Cavaliers, but a disappointing 1-3 stretch after the all-star break has triggered our second Fan Therapy episode of 2021. Is the bench to blame for the Celtics’ repeated struggles, or do the Jays need to do more? Is there any remaining confidence these issues can or will be resolve by the trade deadline? Plus, TPE fatigue, Timelord’s greatness, a relaxed COVID policy, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celebrating Tatum and Brown's performances throughout all-star Sunday, the best/worst moments at the halfway point of the regular season, and whether it’s worth owning those ‘moments’ on NBA Top Shot. Plus, the Celtics Reddit Recap, including Harrison Barnes’ impact compared to Gordon Hayward, Paul Pierce as a HOF finalist, and the pros & cons of hoarding our first-round picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics suddenly find themselves amidst a win streak after sinking the Clippers courtesy of Kemba, Timelord and patches of solid team defense. This week, we look at Kemba’s increasing impact beyond the stats, the Pritchard/Timelord connection, and the defensive schemes still bothering Tatum. Plus, the Celtics Reddit Recap, including putting the Hayward/Turner thing to rest, clearing up Timelord’s “artery condition”, and what a soft rebuild might look like.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kemba Walker has been gradually improving this past week, but is he a good long-term fit as a third option next to Tatum and Brown? Plus, key moments in another frustrating loss to the Mavericks, continued defensive issues, and the Jays make the all-star team. Later, the Celtics Reddit Recap, including the lasting curse of the Isaiah Thomas trade. Link to u/hecalledgame’s Curse of IT post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are the Celtics losing so frequently? Is it poor coaching, ‘ticker’, roster related, or something else? What is the justification for playing Thompson over Timelord? Plus, the Celtics’ defensive weaknesses, the Jays usage/assist rates, rising Aaron Nesmith stock, and addressing the “Fire Brad Stevens” movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Bernardoni (aka Dangercart) joins us to discuss the Celtics’ evolving TPE situation, comparing dream and realistic TPE outcomes, Tatum’s elevating ceiling and the revolving door center rotation. Plus, why a Kemba trade is considered unlikely, and fielding twitter inquiries from Celtics nerds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A narrow loss to the Lakers provides some cause for optimism, with great performances from Tatum & Brown and an emerging big-man hierarchy with Theis and Timelord. Meanwhile, Kemba Walker is a divisive player among fans. We discuss the arguments for and against keeping Kemba as the supplemental star to the Jays. Plus, Marcus Smart’s injury, JJ Redick trade rumors, Tatum’s all-time career moments, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tatum impresses in his first game back, while Jaylen continues his epic stretch with an effortless 26 points. With Kemba’s return to form, how can we expect the Celtics’ “Big 3” to perform? How do they compare to other dynamic trios and duos around the league? Plus, Aaron Nesmith’s rising stock, Marcus Smart the pure point guard, revisiting the big-man rotation after Theis’ impressive stretch, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kemba’s welcome back party was nixed by the Knicks, but there were some promising elements to his game. Plus, on/off numbers for our big three, and some fans are losing patience with Grant Williams. Later, the after-shock from the Harden trade, and should Celtics Reddit ban Kyrie content? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With no recent Celtics games and the immediate future unclear, it’s time for another Fan Therapy podcast. What’s going great for the Celtics? What’s going terribly for our rivals? There’s plenty to lift your mood in these difficult times. Plus, Joe shares his experience attending Game 6 of the 2008 finals while the guys share their favorite Celtics “rewind” moments. Finally, this week’s reddit recap addresses the recent spike in “acquire Harrison Barnes with the TPE” posts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does Payton Pritchard compare to previous Celtics 1st round picks, and what impact will his early ascension have on this season? Plus, Jayson Tatum continues to improve, but fans are still divided on his late-game shot selection, leading to contentious comparisons to a young Kobe Bryant. Later, some much-needed performances from the young bench, Jaylen Brown can do no wrong, and Celtics Reddit is divided on Brian Scalabrine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are the biggest takeaways from the first three games? Is it possible Tatum’s missed deep game-winner is not that big a deal? Plus, reactions to the Pacers game, Jaylen’s strong start, and the best new roster addition “showcases”. Finally, humoring the Harden trade enthusiasts, exploring non-Jaylen Brown trade scenarios and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As promised, the very friendly and reflective Abby Chin answers YOUR questions, and some of ours as well.  Topics covered include Abby’s journey to becoming the sideline reporter for the Celtics, how it all went down when she was let go (and re-hired) by NBC Sports Boston, what a working day looks like and her thoughts on the upcoming season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Payton Pritchard and Aaron Nesmith put up strong debuts for the Celtics. Running down the roster, what were the impacts to player value coming out of the first preseason games? Is Jeff Teague just Ray Allen in Brad Wanamaker's body? Plus, a genuine welcome back to Abby Chin, and why it's okay that Tatum and Brown played terribly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which young Celtic is most likely to “pop” and become a reliable contributor or a legitimate asset to help the Celtics use their Traded Player Exception? Is Hayward’s departure indicative of his lack of confidence in Tatum and the Celtics’ championship aspirations? This week we deep-dive into LarBrd33’s “Showcase Season” piece, outlining the top candidates to showcase their value to not only the Celtics but potentially the entire league. Plus, a Celtics Reddit recap, including the underrated Tristan Thompson contract and some very speculative pre-season predictions. We're also very excited to officially welcome LarBrd33 as an ongoing co-host of the podcast. LarBrd has been an awesome multi-time guest over the years, so we’re really happy to have him on full-time. In other news, we’re also joining the CelticsLife platform as their network’s podcast. We are still the “Celtics Reddit Podcast” and our format will largely remain as it is, but we will also be sharing some content on CelticsLife as this relationsh

The Celtics net the largest Traded Player Exception of all time, and fans collectively groan at the bleak prognosis of Kemba Walker's knee. This week, we discuss how the Celtics can potentially utilize the TPE and the difficulties in incentivizing trade partners in opposing teams. Plus, lineup options in Kemba's absence, and a very warm welcome back to Evan Turner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gordon Hayward leaves us high and dry as we welcome some veteran free agents to the roster. This week we're joined by u/LarBrd33 to discuss the Celtics' offseason moves thus far, Hayward's departure and Celtic legacy, and the significance of Tatum's extension. Plus, new jersey's, classic Brad Wanamaker moments, and the state of the subreddit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Draft day has come and gone and the Celtics acquired three new players. Who are they, where did they come from, and what can we expect from them? Plus, to flee or not to flee? The Gordon Hayward Situation looms, and an ode to Tommy Heinsohn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Commiserations of a finals run cut short and celebrations of one of the more enjoyable seasons in recent memory. This week we’re “talkin’ it out” with a quick recap of game 6 and the Celtics’ elimination from the ECF. Later, we go around the room and share what we’re thankful for from this season, regrets, and what we’re hopeful for next year. Finally, a HUGE reddit recap, reacting to the many takes posted to Celtics reddit in the first few hours of the offseason. Special thanks to Jake Issenberg from the Backdoor Cut podcast for joining us on this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do the first three games of the ECF compare to your expectations going in? With Hayward’s return, what can we expect for the remainder of the series? Plus, zone busting strategies, Grant’s continued improvement, and a locker room meltdown yields an aggressive Jaylen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices