Celtics Stuff Live: Recent Episodes
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Celtics Stuff Live was the original live interactive webcast produced specifically for Celtics fans. The show originally aired for two hours every Sunday night and featured regular and prominent guests such as Mike Gorman, Sean Grande, Steve Bulpett, Marc Spears, Peter Vecsey, Mark Murphy, Scott Souza, Kelly Dwyer and Gary Tanguay and broadcast on CelticsBlog.com. Justin Poulin was one of the first members of the internet media to be credentialed with access to the locker room. NEW EPISODES MONDAY
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke recapped an outstanding season opening win over the hated Philadelphia 76ers. The guys discussed the improvements Tatum, Brown, and new coach Joe Mazzulla have implemented to make this team a favorite to win it all in June. Also on that list, adding toughness in a way that doesn't put the referee in the position to bail out (or more likely in the Celtics' case, not to bail out) those being unduly physical. The name Draymond Green gets mentioned, so be prepared.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke previewed the Celtics-Warriors Game 6 matchup as the C's try to stay alive at home and force a Game 7. Justin is supremely confident of a Celtics victory in Game 6, but Jon is quite wary the Celtics will be unable to find the form that got them to this point.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke returned prior to Game 3 with plenty of frustration built up from the horrendous officiating in Game 2. What does that mean for the rest of the series and how will the Celtics respond to Draymond's nonsense?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke celebrated a hard fought Eastern Conference Championship after the Celtics defeated the Heat in Sunday evening's Game 7. Jon and Justin looked ahead to the Celtics' matchup with the Warriors and how the Celtics success vs. Golden State over the last few years could manifest itself through the NBA Finals.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke wrapped up the Celtics slobberknocker of a series win over the Bucks before moving on to what's next... the Miami Hate... Heat.
For these players revenge is due from 2 years ago, but for the fans... it's been a decade since the KG era duels with Lebron and Company. Payback is here.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke came in hot after the Celtics lost Game 3 to the Bucks following a long line of bad officiating. The Celtics, and their 3rd quarter in particular, did not cover themselves in glory for much of this one, but the Bucks continued ability to get bailed out by the guys in stripes made this loss tough to stomach.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke return from Parts Unknown to break down Game 1 of the Celtics - Bucks Eastern Conference Semifinal. While the Bucks flummoxed Boston in Game 1, there are some good reasons this won't continue in Game 2 and beyond.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke returned to the podcast airwaves following a momentous day in Celtics history as Kevin Garnett's #5 is retired. Justin's son Riley was in attendence and joined the show as we celebrated Garnett's career and attempted to reason with Justin over Ray Allen's return to Boston.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke returned after quite a lengthy delay to see that outside of the pandemic raging once again... the Celtics remain decidedly mediocre. Is selling off what little is on the roster for the best and instead try to build value in the younger players? Jon and Justin seem to think so.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke are convinced... the Celtics have righted the ship and are making real progress toward becoming a contender. They aren't there yet, but Tatum's recent blistering play in all facets may have set the path for consistent improvement.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke reconvened after a convincing win over the Raptors to ponder the question, "Have they figured it out!?" The spurt of energy from Rob Williams and Josh Richardson have helped greatly. Meanwhile Twitter is ablaze with nonsense Jaylen for Ben Simmons rumors, but would Ben be good for the Celtics?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke took turns like Jaylen and Jayson trying to figure out the root cause of the Celtics struggles through the team's first 7 games. Are there places this team can turn around the mentally weak approach that made the '21 Celtics such a challenge to enjoy?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke previewed the Celtics season kicking off on Wednesday at MSG and the ongoing (inane) debate regarding captains and the Jays playing footsie. In the 2nd half, the guys debate Jon's list of the top 15 Celtics ever... does Tatum make the list?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were so glad to finally start talking about real live basketball... even if it came with a preseason label. The guys talked about how changes for Tatum and Brown will augment how they and their team plays before running through the rest of the rotation and how these guys fit together.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke previewed the start of Celtics training camp as the name of Ben Simmons is bandied about in trade rumors. Does Simmons make sense here? Karl Anthony Towns is a better option, but at what cost?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke dug in on the league altering trade that brought Juancho Hernangomez to Boston, but in all seriousness did provide needed balance to the previously guard heavy roster.
Then in the show's second half, it was all about Paul Pierce and Mike Gorman who are but days away from being inducted as members in the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke reacted to the Celtics extending Marcus Smart's contract and indicating a very different financial picture for the team than envisioned a month ago. Did Smart's extension hurt chances at acquiring Bradley Beal?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke came back after a month long sabattical to look at how Brad Stevens has queued up the Celtics to make a run at Bradley Beal in the summer of 2022. Are the Celtics prepared to take advantage of a player like Beal? Is it worth it to effectively tank free agency in '21 to do so?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke discussed the aftermath of Ime Udoka's announcement as the next Celtics coach. How will his assistant coaching staff impact next year's team? Is this really what Brad wants? Can Team USA Tatum find a friend to play next him AND Brown?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke discussed a whirlwind week in the NBA while the Celtics still lack a head coach and Tatum missed out on $33 million. Still a summer of some serious moves looms ahead... will the team be willing to pay heavily into the tax for a team that disappointed in '21?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke had to put together an emergency podcast after Danny Ainge retired from the Celtics and Brad Stevens ascended to the role of President of Basketball Operations. The guys saluted Ainge's outstanding 18 year tenure with the Celtics, but noted so many questions remain about the future.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke got together following the Game 4 loss to discuss the 1-1 split in Boston and were joined by Justin's son Riley. The guys did not "keep it basketball" and talked about the "beligerence" of one fan and one player on the Nets who formerly played in Boston. Then the chat moved onto the young guys who showed up so well in these home games.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke got together before Game 3 of the Nets-Celtics series to survey the dystopian wasteland that is Celtics fandom after a rough 0-2 start to the series. The hustle/heart v. talent battle came up once again before turning to the NBA draft and what archetype the Celtics need to add to their roster in terms of young talent.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke had the the unfortunate task of revisiting the Kyrie Era in Boston as a path toward understanding the antipathy toward the 1st round opponent Brooklyn Nets.
After that happy fun, the guys moved on to praise Tatum's big night vs. Washington and why KG is a worthy goal for Tatum and all young players. Then the show wraps by giving all due Hall of Fame honors to Mike Gorman, Paul Pierce and KG.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were agitated with the Celtics closing finish to the season, but they looked back as to how we ended up in this position. What can be done to make the '22 season different? The answer? There are many.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke couldn't be more frustrated with the officials who worked the Blazers game, COVID-19, and the overall horrendous luck which has afflicted the 2021 Boston Celtics.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke put together a quick pod while Jon was very much in vacation mode in Myrtle Beach. Jayson Tatum and the Celtics are rolling but today's pod focused in on Jabari Parker's future with the team and whether Theis's absence has left a void.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke came back to the podcast in a joyful mood with the Celtics having won their last four and having shown real growth in the process. Eastern Conference Player of the Week Jayson Tatum has been exactly the man this Celtics team needed as he stepped forward. Why did he step forward? Is Tatum the sole reason for the Celtics resurgence?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were mighty frustrated after seeing the Celtics go 3-3 with one game left in the 7 game homestand. Jayson Tatum came under the microscope for solid production but seemingly lacking the ability to lead his teammates with good team fundamental principles.
How can Tatum use his talent more effectively and what does the team need to do to lead him in the right direction?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke recapped an active trade deadline by Celtics standards, but one that left many fans wanting more. The guys talked about how Evan Fournier fits into the Celtics needs and whether using the TPE in this spot was really Ainge's best option.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke took the well earned All Star Break as an opportunity to see where the Celtics stand entering the 2nd half of the regular season and how various options to improve the team from LaMarcus Aldridge to Harrison Barnes to John Collins might improve the team's prospects.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke are excited to see the Celtics get some rest after a brutal first half schedule, but the team's 4-0 close before the halfway mark was a welcome sign. The guys get into Rob Williams role moving forward and how the trade deadline will impact the 3 big men on the roster.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke sobered up enough to put together a podcast. A podcast that veered from frustrations with coaching, roster construction, and officiating the 3 point arc. The Celtics need a break desperately, but the fans might need the break nearly as badly.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked back on a pretty rough week for the Celtics as the team slid to .500 with a pair of dispirited efforts. While Jon and Justin saw this coming, are there signs of improvement ahead?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke surveyed the 0-2 week for the Celtics while Marcus Smart escaped major injury. But the loss to the Lakers highlighted how close the Celtics might be to contention, so what do the Celtics need to add to truly contend?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke are feeling quite good with the return of Kemba Walker and Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown going supernova. The emergence of the young Celtics bench after the challenging COVID impacted fortnight leaves one to look ahead to a matchup with Sunday's opponent, the Lakers, this summer in the Finals.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke discussed the trade of James Harden to the already combustible Brooklyn Nets and wondered whether it's a Big 3 or a Big 2 (with Kyrie on the way out). Then the guys talked about Kemba's return and how the Celtics will create shots without sacrificing the scoring efficiency from Tatum and Brown.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were feeling good with the Celtics win over Miami and the team sitting at 6-3. The biggest reason for the team's better than expected result? Jaylen Brown.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked at the Celtics 2-2 start to the season and tried to figure out where the team can go from here. HINT: Brad needs to play the kids a lot more than he has... especially Pritchard!
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke took stock of a rough Celtics outing in the first preseason game in Philly and where the team goes from here. (HINT: Brad needs to play the kids.) We also check in on the latest from Kyrie's mouth and Hayward's medical records.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke wrapped up a wild opening weekend of free agency, punctuated by Hayward getting PAID in Charlotte. Why are there promising signs from the additions of Teague and Thompson in response to Hayward's departure and are the Celtics' young players up to the task to fill the void?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke recapped the Celtics' selection of wing Aaron Nesmith but truthfully the bulk of this episode was focused on where the Celtics are headed. Does the Hayward potential departure force the Celtics into a youth centered future? Is Kemba Walker next to go? The only certainty is that Jayson Tatum is getting PAID and will be at the center of all Celtics decisions for years to come.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke got together to remember the late, great Tommy Heinsohn.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke ran through the gamut of topics on the mind of Celtics fans. From the return of the NBA in December to theorizing Hayward trades to Indiana to some real down home draft talk.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke moved into full on off season mode with a look at Celtics draft needs before discussing Gordon Hayward's future with the club.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke tried their best to ignore the Lakers winning the NBA Championship this week to focus attention on the 2021 Boston Celtics. Who is leaving and how can this team improve with a short window before returning to play in January?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke took a few days to lick wounds following the Celtics defeat in the Eastern Conference Finals to assess the season and look ahead to the 2021 season. In the show's second half, CSL lightning rod Doc Rivers may be adding more juice to the Celtics-Sixers rivalry with reports he may be their next head coach.
Celtics Stuff Live hosts Justin Poulin and Jon Duke examined the state of the Celtics-Heat series with Boston down 2 games to 1. Gordon Hayward returning to health had a significant impact in Game 3, but the wrinkles and mismatches Erik Spoelstra and Brad Stevens will attempt to exploit will likely decide the rest of the series.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke got together after Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals to cheat their way into making grand predictions about the series to come. The Celtics underwhelming Game 1 effort still pushed the game into overtime and a pair of outstanding plays from Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo sealed the win for the Heat.
How will the rest of the series go? Tune in and find out.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were more than peeved and more than miffed with the way Game 6 against the Raptors was officiated. Now with a Game 7 on Friday night it will be up to the Celtics to overcome on the court the five Raptors, the three officials and seemingly Nick Nurse.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke picked up the mics after the Celtics taking a 2-0 series lead over the Raptors. Rather than your typical play by play recounting of a game you all saw, Justin and Jon used the wide angle lens to not only look ahead to the next round but where the franchise is headed over the next few years.
HINT: The artist formerly known as the Boston Sports Guy is not correct the Celtics' window is a short one for title contention.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke recapped the fantastic four game sweep of the Sixers before looking ahead to what should be an outstanding series against the Toronto Raptors. Once again Jon and Justin dug in deep, looking for clues in the box scores of the Celtics-Raptors four previous meetings and how injuries to Hayward and Lowry could impact the outcome.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke are all about pumping up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown for their tremendous efforts leading the Celtics to a 2-0 series lead over the Sixers. Jon and Justin dig in deep as to why that duo work so well together and set the stage for a bright future for the Celtics.
Shout out to all our Massachusetts listeners for this being our 617th episode on CLNS!
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were downright giddy to discuss the Celtics' 3-1 week. The emergence of Robert Williams and a return to regular minutes for Kemba spurred an effort led by Tatum and Brown... though every Celtic had a solid moment over the last week. Now its likely on to Philly...
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke returned from their hiatus in Parts Unknown to discuss the Celtics return to games that matter with a pair of seeding games against the Bucks and Blazers. Poor officiating left its mark on both games, but Friday night was a special brand of shenanigans. The guys moved on the discuss optimal matchups for the Celtics in the playoffs and the role of home court advantage while in the bubble.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke returned from a brief hiatus to look at the return of NBA basketball in late July, took a brief spin down 90's NBA memory lane, but most notably... Justin made a MAJOR CONFESSION that will leave everyone speechless.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked at the feasibility of the NBA returning as state governments begin to allow businesses to re-open and even allow NBA players to workout in team training facilities.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke got back together to talk about the possibility of the NBA returning before returning that old CSL chestnut... Ray Allen. Jon and Justin dug in deep on why this won't get resolved and who truly deserves blame.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke celebrated the great Kevin Garnett on the announcement of his election to the Basketball Hall of Fame. The guys talked about KG's place in history and how he fits next to his fellow inductees... Kobe Bryant and Tim Duncan.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke jumped into the Wayback Machine to talk about the 2008 champions after NBC Sports Boston has begun to re-air classic Celtics games. CSL was the only Celtics podcast in those days and the guys never miss a chance to reminisce about those glory days. Also there's a special audio nugget at the end of this one for those who "remember."
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke jumped head first into the COVID-19 waters and discussed what's on their minds as we all face this virus and how it changes each of us. In the second half, the eyes turn to the situation locally and Delaware North's inability to stand up for their employees at the TD Garden and how a prolonged NBA season suspension impacts the league for years to come.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke dusted off a Celtics team who squeaked out a win in Indiana after some bad losses amid continued injury struggles. Can the Celtics ever get healthy for a consistent stretch of games? Who would be their best path through the Eastern Conference playoffs?
Lastly, Justin and Jon have a MARVEL-ous new set of nicknames for this team. Truly FANTASTIC stuff.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were ready to sing the praises of newly minted Celtics star Jayson Tatum after a 3-1 west coast road trip and Tatum's ascent into the NBA's stratosphere. The CSL guys also discussed how the Celtics locker room plays a big role in Tatum's level up.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke returned from their All Star Break slumber to look ahead to the remainder of the 2020 NBA regular season and where the Celtics' fortunes lie. Can they get past Toronto? Will the west coast trip through LA cause issues? Or will they be singing "Happy Trails?"
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke gushed effusive praise at the feet of Jayson Tatum after the Celtics double overtime win over the Clippers. Tatum's play all over the court, but in particular head to head with Kawhi Leonard had the CSL Guys making heady comparisons Celtics all time greats. Later, it was time to talk about The Big Ticket and his place in Celtics history after the team announced it will retire his jersey next season.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke look at the Celtics as they enter the NBA Trade Deadline with some bench needs but no glaring roster holes. Then the CSL guys looked at the playoff picture and how important the 2 seed could be for the Celtics' chances for a run to the Finals.
Celtics Stuff Live's Jon Duke was joined by CLNS founder Nick Gelso to look back on Kobe Bryant's legacy, in tragic aftermath of the Laker star's passing this week. Jon and Nick put Kobe's career in context with the league's greats but also looked at his role as a beacon to today's stars. In the show's second half, Nick and Jon celebrated Jayson Tatum's All Star nod and looked ahead to the Celtics' matchup with Philly on Saturday.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were glad to move past a rough couple weeks for the Celtics and discuss the amazing win over the Lakers on Monday night. Jon relayed his experiences at the game and the guys took the Gordon Hayward conversation a step further to weigh how Hayward's role is dictated by the way Ainge built this roster.
Lastly, Jon got a bit hot under the collar in the Outtakes due to some premature criticism for the Celtics 2019 draft.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke debated whether the Celtics are legitimately in a post-holiday slide and whether bigger changes are needed for the team to reach their highest possible ceiling. Should Hayward be dealt? Is Kanter as valuable as it seems?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke welcomed Celtics radio play by play voice Sean Grande back to the show to commemorate the momentous occasion of the 600th episode of the first Celtics podcast. Sean, Justin and Jon dug into the current state of the team and how challenging it can be to live what the rest of us consider a normal life when Friday doesn't feel like a Friday.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke returned from the long holiday slumber to rejoice the Celtics nearly perfect run since mid-December. The prospective All Stars of Kemba, Tatum, and Brown get the shine, but the work of Theis, Wannamaker, and Kanter shouldn't go unnoticed. In particular, the guys focused on Enes Kanter's eye popping numbers that in some defensive categories have him as the best defensive center in the league.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke let the Celtics long lay off after the loss to Philly sink in and looked ahead to where that loss (and the losses to injury) places the Celtics. Despite strong efforts from Theis and Kanter, calls for acquiring a center have gotten louder in the wake of injuries to Vinnie Sex Pants and Timelord. Is there a deal to get done or is it Tacko Time?
Justin and Jon wrapped the show by offering an extended outtakes to preview the games through the start of 2020.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked back the Celtics' undefeated week against championship contenders and looked ahead to a pair of challenges against the Pacers and Sixers. Where do the Celtics stand in a much improved Eastern Conference? Can they overtake the rolling Bucks?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke stepped away from the F Thanksgiving leftovers to discuss the Celtics' home and home with the Nets and a Sunday afternoon takeover from the Jays. But if you want Daniel Theis talk... this is the podcast for you.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked back on an eventful week for the Celtics with a pair of tough losses on the road against championship contenders and nearly lost Kemba for the year. Yet, the Celtics kept coming but shouldn't Brown and Tatum get more responsibility in running the team's offense?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke discussed the Celtics' 2-1 start to the west coast road trip and the emergence of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown as key pieces toward the team's outstanding start. Tatum's improved shot profile and defensive impact coupled with Brown's markedly improved scoring and rebounding have made the Celtics legitimate threats toward a deep playoff run.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke talk about rainbows, unicorns, and the Celtics 8-1 start leading the NBA in this latest episode. Despite Gordon Hayward's broken hand, the Celtics keep on rolling and the CSL guys think a lot of credit goes to Kemba Walker and blame goes to those who assumed Jaylen and Jayson couldn't make plays for others.
Is this sustainable for the long haul? Jon and Justin come at that answer from different directions.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked back at a great start to the 2020 Boston Celtics season and how much size hasn't mattered in determining wins and losses thus far. Bench struggles have persisted but the question of which bench players will break out is answered in the show's second half.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke are PUMPED UP! A 3-1 start punctuated with big wins over the Raptors and Bucks have the boys excited and making some pretty interesting comparisons to teams and players of Celtics' past.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked into Jaylen Brown's big time contract extension and what it says about the Celtics ceiling over the next two years and how it impacts his teammates.
In the second half of the show, the guys looked ahead to opening night against Philly, predicted the first week of results, and hit the outtakes with some surprising praise for the folks at League Pass.
A special hat tip to the late, great Andy Jick for his help with our new/old intro.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke can't let the good feelings of this Celtics preseason end. Jaylen Brown's improved handle and left handed finishes at the rim and Carsen Edwards' bucket getting are just the latest positive signs for the 2020 Celtics. The big rotation is still bit fuzzy, but the culture and attitude change have pushed those concerns to the back.
In the outtakes, it's Tacko Time as the team officially added Tacko Fall as a 2 way player and Jon is excited to have Tacko up in Maine with the Red Claws.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke talked about the Celtics first preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets. Good signs from Jayson Tatum's shot selection and Gordon Hayward relentless attack toward the basket left some very positive signs for the 2020 Celtics.
The CSL guys rounded out the show by running up and down the roster and seeing how expectations met reality through at least one game. Then in the outtakes, Justin had some real concerns regarding the hysteria surrounding Tacko Fall.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were so glad for Media Day 2019 but things went off the rails fast. Jon brought up Kyrie Irving's answer last week as to why he left Boston and Justin was not interested in discussing it. At. All.
In the show's second half, the CSL boys pivoted to some of the optimism surrounding today's media availability. Yet it was Enes Kanter's mention in the outtakes that brought back some vitriol from the show's opening minutes.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke avoided the pleasantries and jumped head first into the first 2020 Celtics season preview of the podcast world. Jon and Justin gave their best guesses as to the team's starting lineup, closing lineup, and win total; before moving on to a player by player breakdown. It's fast moving, but a very comprehensive look on the Celtics in the fascinating season to come.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke caught up with the FIBA disappointment and how the Celtics on Team USA showed tremendous growth.
In the second half of show, the CSL boys talked about Brad Stevens' interview on CLNS's Good N Plenty podcast with Jeff Goodman. Brad had some interesting comments on what needs to be the focus for the Celtics in 2020 and beyond.
Finally, in the outtakes, it was all sushi all the time. And Jon remains a wimp for not being willing to give raw seafood a shot.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke didn't have a whole lot of Celtics news to pour over this week, but Team USA is filing the void quite nicely. A pair of wins against Japan and Greece put the Team USA into the World Cup quarterfinals, but it was the work of Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart that drew the CSL guys' interest. If Smart can defend players like Giannis from time to time as he did against Greece on Saturday and Brown can rebound a bit, then the Death Squad lineup of Kemba, Brown, Hayward, Tatum, and Smart just might work.
Before wrapping an abbreviated show to watch the Patriots opener, Justin wondered whether players forcing their way out, as Antonio Brown did this week, will become even more commonplace.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke put down their rosary beads praying for Jayson Tatum's injured ankle for a brief moment to podcast. Tatum's injury was front and center for this episode, and his continuingly growing role.
In the show's second half, the CSL guys looked further into the Tatum/Brown/Kemba/Smart/Gordon lineup they talked about last week and the needed defensive intensity from that unit to compete in 2020.
Last up... in the outtakes... Justin schooled Jon on the value of sushi and what a "Philly Roll" really is. Dig in.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke lamented the long postseason but jumped into the reasons why this offseason seems particularly long. In the show's second half, the CSL guys examined the reasons as to why optimism still exists in spite of such a challenging offseason. Could Brad Stevens use an incredibly experimental lineup? Lastly, in the outtakes, Justin wants in on the Enes Kanter phenomenon.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke broke down Tacko Fall's visit to the teacups at Canobie Lake Park before moving on to the Shamrock Team USA's move down under in preparation for the FIBA World Cup. With only a scrimmage against Spain to discuss, it was time to dig deep back into the vault. But first Justin had to completely embarrass himself on the Manscaped ad read.
Then in the show's second half, the CSL guys took exception to Sean Grande's comparison on Celtics Beat of Horford's move to Philly to Ray Allen's departure to South Beach. Finally, in the outtakes, it was a revisiting of the Winning Plays' pod discussion of what happened if the Kyrie Irving trade never happened. In short... it's a strange scenario of dogs and cats living together.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke owned up to their promise to discuss the potential availability of Bradley Beal in trade discussions and how interested the Celtics should be.
In the show's second half the CSL guys looked at the USA Basketball scrimmage and how Pop and Kerr can help Brad Stevens in building a winner in Boston. Before wrapping up to discuss hate and discontent for Anthony Davis and Kevin Durant, Justin and Jon looked at the recently released Celtics schedule and which dates they have circled on the calendar for particular interest.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke couldn't wait to talk about the Team USA x Team Shamrock crossover and the rookies showing up at Fenway for last night's Red Sox game. However, it wasn't before the inanity of those topics turned to the future of Jaylen Brown through the prism of a pair of CelticsBlog articles which weighed the decision making surrounding a contract extension.
Another illuminating article from NBC Sports Boston's Chris Forsberg tried to trace Kyrie Irving's transition from "if you'll have me" to chatting with Spencer Dinwiddie about playing together just 8 weeks later. The Kyrie situation is just about in everyone's rear view mirror but understanding why it went awry is a necessary evil.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke are pretty excited to see the Team USA Celtics compete in the FIBA World Cup in September, but more importantly it will be great to see Kemba, Tatum, and maybe even Smart and Jaylen building chemistry in the pre-season. In the show's second half, the guys looked at Keith Smith's article on CelticsBlog which provided a heaping pile of nuggets on the 2020 Boston Celtics. From Kemba to Tacko to Tremont Waters, there's a series of good stuff there to chew on. And in the outtakes the CSL fellas look ahead to fitting the JayJayHay minutes together and then considering the next episode focused on Bradley Beal.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke recapped a successful run through the Las Vegas Summer League that provided a glimmer of positive thought to a dour 2019 for the Boston Celtics. The guys debated which of the Celtics rookies would have the bigger impact in the season to come.
In the show's second half, with Kemba Walker introduced to the world on Tuesday, the CSL guys looked at his impact in Boston. Will he be an immediate fan favorite? What role will his leadership play in assessing his impact to the team. Finally in the outtakes, Justin wanted to talk about the culture and whether staff departures over the past several years had some impact on the chemistry issues of the 2019 squad. A good chat in here...
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke surveyed the new NBA world order with Kawhi and Paul George with the Clippers and seemingly the majority of the NBA talent set in their new homes. Despite losing a pair of All Stars, and gaining another, the Celtics just might be in a spot where they can make a run toward the NBA Finals.
Doing so requires a lot of help form the rookies chosen in June's NBA Draft, but there are a number of signs of hope from the Summer League games so far. Are there answers for the shallow center rotation? Ummm..... Lastly, there's some wiggling in the outtake not to be missed.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke were happy with the Celtics' biggest free agent signing in franchise history, but the most impactful moves of the early hours of free agency came when Kyrie and KD joined up in Brooklyn and Al Horford went to Philly. The loss of Horford stings and Jon and Justin chatted about what the Celtics will do without their anchor. Then the CSL guys looked around the league... This was a wild one folks.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked at Thursday's NBA Draft as the Celtics turned page from the Kyrie - Horford era... or did they?
Jon and Justin looked at the Celtics choices of Romeo Langford, Grant Williams, Carsen Edwards, and Tremont Waters and the likelihood of their making an impact on the team this season. In the post credits outtake, Justin had an interesting name to attach to the Celtics' newly create max slot.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke picked up the pieces following the trade of Anthony Davis to the Lakers with the CSL guys on opposite ends of this one. Jon's disappointment at the inability to start a prolonged period of Celtics dominance with Davis and Kyrie at the helm remained strong, but the cost of the Lakers deal was so over the top... well, it's hard to be that upset. Justin, on the other hand, was over the moon and can't wait to see how Tatum, Brown, and Smart lead the franchise into a new era.
Before wrapping up, we got into a little bit of a draft talk and how the "flatness" of the draft from 4 to 14 or so impacts Boston and their targets.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke ran through an avalanche of Celtics rumors of the day starting with the Woj Bomb that the Celtics have entered serious trade discussions to acquire Anthony Davis. Coming just hours after SI's cover story on Rich Paul where Paul states Davis will hit free agency next summer if he's dealt to Boston, the concept of Boston pushing ahead on trading for Davis is seriously intriguing. Then coupling the interest in Davis with Kyrie's questionable future... it's a wild time in the Celtics offices on Causeway Street. Not to mention Kevin Durant's achilles injury and what that does to Kyrie's supposed plans to pair up with KD in New York... in Brooklyn or Manhattan with the Knicks.
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Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke discussed the results of Anthony Davis's meeting with the Pelicans and apparent continued request for a trade. Coupling that news with continued "reports" from "reporters" indicating where the mercurial Kyrie Irving wants to play next season, Justin has had just about enough with all of the chit chat.
In the show's second half, the CSL guys looked at a Kyrie and Al-less Boston in 2020, how the Celtics could pivot into a youth movement, and how Houston's reported opening the market on their roster could combine. In the outtakes... it was Jon and Justin and getting to the heart (or is it mind) of what makes this Kyrie situation so challenging for all of us. Celtics Stuff Live is powered by betonline.ag. It’s the NBA and Stanley Cup Finals! Support our podcast by making a wager on your pick by going to www.clnsmedia.com/CSL and use promo code: CLNS50 to get 50% cashback on your first deposit.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke reacted to the Raptors dispatching the Bucks in six games whether that impacted their view of the Celtics disappointing season. You won't be shocked at the answer. Next up the guys reacted to a listener email concerning the point guard position in 2020 following Kyrie's uncertain future and Rozier's recent napalm laced comments to ESPN. Then the hallmark CSL shows in May in days gone past returned... it's draft time. Jon gassed up Brandon Clarke but didn't exactly show the same love to some Wildcats.
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Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke kicked around Steve Bulpett's reporting this weekend concerning the Celtics' strong position in acquiring Anthony Davis and the tie that binds toward a Kyrie Irving return to Boston. Then Justin wanted to gaze down a dystopian future without AD, Kyrie, or the Jays... which ends next summer with some surprisingly good news.
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Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke ripped apart the Celtics' "effort" against the Milwaukee Bucks in five measly games last week. It was the worst of times... and the worst of times. Kyrie's mental breakdown over the course of games 2-5 and the entire Celtics squad laying down has thrown the entire psychotic summer of free agency into a overdrive.
After the break, the results of the Draft Lottery, which put the Pelicans in place to draft Zion and trade Anthony Davis, helped to shape the Celtics and the trade market they will enter for Davis. The Knicks and Lakers falling out short of the top spot helped Boston, but Justin isn't sure he wants to make a move for Davis with Splash Brothers 2.0 in Jaylen and Jayson ready to grow in green.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke broke down the Celtics-Bucks series as it heads to Boston all tied up 1-1. Though each team has a blow out under their belts, the Celtics pulling off a win in Milwaukee provides the C's with homecourt advantage and the confidence they can win on the road. Though the role officiating plays in setting a tone in each game can nullify any potential advantages. In the show's second half, Jon and Justin looked at how the Celtics can find success in the face of a Bucks defense which prevents easy looks at the rim and had been sending extra people at Kyrie Irving. To wrap up, the life and legacy of John Havlicek came into focus and how 'John' was such an amazing man and basketball legend deserving of far more praise than he receives. The outtakes moved on the games 3 and 4 and where this series is going from here. You'll need Celtics green shaded glasses for this one.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke are riding high off of the Celtics' four game sweep of the Indiana Pacers, looking nothing like the team that struggled through the regular season. Gordon Hayward's emergence has helped the Erotic City 5 lineup become the closing unit, just as the preseason predictions suggested. In the show's second half, Justin and Jon took opposing sides on the Kyrie's shot selection and the whether it is necessary for Kyrie to be "his best self" in taking long 3's. Then the show turned toward the Milwaukee Bucks and how a 2nd round series against Giannis and Co. might shake out.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked ahead to the upcoming first round of the NBA Playoffs and the Celtics' prospects against the Indiana Pacers. Marcus Smart's injury adds some challenges to Brad Stevens' lineups and rotations, but the CSL guys saw some opportunities for players to assert themselves. In the show's second half, Justin and Jon looked toward the NBA Draft and where the final standings left the Celtics with a bushel of draft pick options... which may or may not be impacted by the Anthony Davis sweepstakes. And in the outtakes... it was time to go in on Dwyane Wade and jump to The Truth's defense.
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke discussed the Celtics continued 1 step forward, 1 step back season following a decent win against the Pacers, an abominable loss to the Nets, and an irritating win over the Heat. How this Celtics team gets out of its own way in the playoffs and how the culture of this team continues to be a challenge for Brad Stevens. With only four games remaining in the regular season, 50 wins seems like a significant long shot.
Celtics Suck Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke tried to valiantly talk their way through the Chutes and Ladders 2019 Celtics season. The losses have been horrendous but the solutions are not easy: do you really let a top 10 NBA player walk in July? Do you trade away young blue chip players for a top 5 NBA star to play with the above mentioned mercurial PG?
In the show's second half, it was all about who sets the tone for the team and whether such a tone can change with weeks remaining in the regular season. Do the Celtics have us, as the Patriots did 3 months ago, right where they want us... questioning their potential and expecting an early round loss?
Celtics Stuff Live's Justin Poulin and Jon Duke looked back on the Celtics 2-1 week highlighted by the return of THE LITTLE GUY... Isaiah Thomas. Thomas's return to Boston, punctuated by an emotional tribute video, brought back fond memories of Thomas's teams in Boston and the comparison to the current bi-polar roster makes the memories even fonder. In the show's second half, the out sized impact of Marcus Morris came into focus and who could replace his prominent role in time for the playoffs. With Malcom Brogdan and possibly Kyle Lowry injured... is the field in the east clearing for the dysfunctional Celtics?