Podcast
Celtics Talk
Hosted by NBC Sports Boston · EN
Insider Chris Forsberg hosts the Celtics Talk podcast from NBC Sports Boston. During the season, look for special postgame podcast following every game, with analysis from our shows, postgame press conferences, and exclusive interviews. Guests include players, coaches, management, and media members from around the NBA.
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Deep-diving the latest JAYLEN BROWN TRADE RUMORS ahead of the start of free agency
Jun 2900:33:24Tap to summarizeChris Forsberg welcomes in MassLive’s Brian Robb to make sense of the latest Jaylen Brown trade rumors and break down other potential moves for the Celtics in free agency. 0:00- Where do we stand with a potential Jaylen Brown trade? 7:45- Brian shares which reported trade packages for Jaylen intrigue him 13:35- Are you surprised we haven’t heard from Jayson Tatum? 18:00- How much does the Celtics’ long-term salary cap restrictions play into the team’s thinking? 21:45- Obligatory Rob Williams talk! WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Jaylen Brown questions loom as Celtics draft Dillon Mitchell
Jun 2500:29:39Tap to summarizeChris Forsberg and Tom Giles share their instant reactions to the Celtics' second-round selection of Dillon Mitchell. Why does he fit the mold of a Brad Stevens pick and what could he bring to Boston's roster? Plus, they break down Brad's comments on Jaylen Brown's future and discuss whether the Celtics and Brown can repair their relationship moving forward. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Brad Stevens addresses Jaylen Brown’s future as Celtics draft Chris Cenac Jr.
Jun 2400:34:33Tap to summarizeNBA Draft Night 1 is officially in the books. Our Celtics crew reacts to Brad Stevens’ comments on Jaylen Brown’s future, breaks down Boston selecting Chris Cenac Jr. with the No. 27 overall pick and discusses potential targets if the Celtics explore a Jaylen Brown trade. 00:00 - Brad Stevens onJaylen Brown's future with the Celtics 9:00 - Chris Mannix shares intel on potential Jaylen Brown trade 15:30 - Are the Celtics better off keeping the Jays together? 25:00 - Celtics select Chris Cenac Jr. with 27th overall pick WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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How the Celtics Can Nail Picks No. 27 and No. 40 | 2026 NBA Draft
Jun 1600:27:47Tap to summarizeChris Forsberg, Kevin O’Connor, and Isaac Trotter break down which prospects make the most sense for the Boston Celtics in the 2026 NBA Draft. With the draft just days away, how can Brad Stevens and the front office address the team's biggest depth needs using the No. 27 and No. 40 picks? 00:00 2026 NBA Draft preview 01:25 Which big man in the draft fits the Celtics? 09:05 Non-Big options for the Celtics 13:05 Celtics should consider trading up for ______ 19:55 Finding this year’s Hugo Gonzalez WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Could a Joe Mazzulla offense UNLOCK the best version of Giannis Antetokounmpo?
Jun 1600:20:40Tap to summarizeKevin O'Connor sits down with Chris Forsberg to talk Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors. Will the Celtics make a deal before draft day? Who is most likely to be included in a deal, and have the Celtics already damaged the relationship with Jaylen Brown? 00:00 - Breaking down the trade rumors 5:00 - Giannis is a bona fide superstar 10:00 - Would Jaylen Brown be included in a trade? 15:00 - What does the Celtics roster look like with Giannis? WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Do the Celtics need to change their 3-point approach?
Jun 1100:24:02Tap to summarizeAre the Celtics too obsessed with the three? When the shots are falling, Joe Mazzulla's high-volume math strategy looks brilliant—but a bad shooting night can completely derail the offense. In this episode, we hear from Chris Forsberg, Tom Giles, Brad Stevens, Brian Scalabrine, Kevin O’Connor, and Chris Mannix 00:00 Have the Celtics relied too heavily on 3-point shooting? 07:50 Celtics looking for more balance on offense 12:50 Will Derrick White have a bounce back season? 18:35 Celtics can still shoot 3's but need to create better looks 22:00 Bolstering the Celtics’ depth WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Is it time for the Celtics to bring in a "TRUE" POINT GUARD?
Jun 900:20:10Tap to summarizeChris Forsberg and Tom Giles are back for another edition in our Celtics summer series. The guys are joined by Chris Mannix, Brian Scalabrine and Eddie House to debate whether or not the team needs to look at adding a “true” point guard to the starting lineup next season. 0:00- Do the Celtics need a “true” point guard? 05:00- Discussing Payton Pritchard’s role as a ‘shoot-first’ guard 08:20- Who could the Celtics target at point guard this offseason? 13:13- Scal explains why the Jays still need to dominate the team’s ball-handling WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Celtics are 'PAYING THE PRICE' now for '24 title | Picking the C's path and crunching the cap numbers
Jun 400:45:11Tap to summarizeNBA cap expert Ryan Bernardoni, aka ‘Dangercart’, joins Chris Forsberg to break down the different paths Brad Stevens and the Celtics could take this offseason as they look to return to championship contenders in 2026 and beyond. 00:00 - Why Celtics are now paying the price for 2024 championship win 11:00 - How should Brad Stevens approach this offseason? 22:00 - Should Celtics explore a Derrick White trade? 42:00 - Gut feeling of what Brad Stevens will do this summer WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Brad Stevens’ Challenging Offseason: Extensions, Trades, & Tax Aprons
Jun 200:31:00Tap to summarizeChris Forsberg talks with ESPN Front Office Insider Bobby Marks about the offseason challenges facing Brad Stevens and the Celtics. What would a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo look like, and who might be the odd man out if that happens? Who gets an extension and who gets moved? 00:00 – Bobby Marks on challenges facing Brad Stevens 06:50 - Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors 10:50 - NBA Tax Apron Rules Explained 20:22 - Celtics' 4 Extension-Eligible Players 27:35 - RIP Spirit Airlines WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →The PROS and CONS of Celtics trading for Giannis
May 2800:27:49Tap to summarizeChris Forsberg and Tom Giles discuss this off season's trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo. What would the Celtics have to give up in return? Would they split up Tatum and Brown to make it happen? Could all 3 together be a possibility? 00:00 - A potential Giannis trade 04:55 - Kevin O'Connor: Tatum and Giannis work well together? 11:33 - Brian Scalabrine: What would it cost the Celtics? 15:55 - Bobby Marks: Is there any world Celtics can have Giannis, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum? 20:25 - Jaylen Brown’s trade market WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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