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Celtics Talk

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The Celtics Talk podcast from NBC Sports Boston is hosted by Insider Chris Forsberg. Guests include players, coaches, management and media members from around the NBA. New episodes drop every week.
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The quest for banner 18 starts this weekend! Chris Forsberg sits down for exclusive 1-on-1 interviews with Jaylen Brown and Al Horford ahead of the upcoming playoffs. 3:15-Jaylen Brown 1-on-1 8:30-Al Horford 1-on-1 Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/vTjhwumDeKo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1…
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Nick Nurse and the Sixers find themselves in an 0-2 hole against the New York Knicks. With Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey playing well and the rest of the roster struggling, what can they do to tilt the series back in their favor? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the struggles of role players like Buddy Hield and how Nick Nurse mi…
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The Philadelphia 76ers fall to the New York Knicks in heartbreaking fashion in the final seconds of the game, 104-101. The Sixers led by five with 47 seconds to play, but a few key miscues down the stretch led to big buckets by the Knicks and a game-winning three pointer by New York guard Donte DiVencenzo. Philadelphia now trails the best-of-seven …
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Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin break down the Celtics' 114-94 Game 1 win over the Miami Heat. Later on, hear from Scal and Eddie House about Caleb Martin's controversial foul on Jayson Tatum. Plus, Tatum talks about the foul and the win after the game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/…
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Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers kickoff their best-of-seven series in a Round 1 matchup against the New York Knicks, falling 111-104. After getting off to a great start, leading by nine after the first quarter, the Knicks took control in the second by outscoring the Sixers 33-12 and a 12 point halftime lead. New York outrebounded Philadelphi…
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Joel Embiid and the Sixers are locked into a first round playoff series against the New York Knicks. What are the keys to Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Nick Nurse breaking down a tough opponent to open the postseason? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck preview Sixers-Knicks, from how to slow down Jalen Brunson to what role Tobias Harris …
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Led by a huge, 17-point second half surge from Nico Batum, the Philadelphia 76ers came back from 14 points down to defeat the Miami Heat and secure the 7th seed in the Eastern Conference. They will kick off their first-round series against the New York Knicks on Saturday night. Joel Embiid finished with 23 points and 15 rebounds in the win, with Ty…
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Chris Forsberg sits down for exclusive 1-on-1's with Derrick White and Luke Kornet ahead of the Celtics’ playoffs. Later, Brad Stevens talks about the Celtics regular season, extending Jrue Holiday and the upcoming playoffs. 3:00-Derrick White 1-on-1 11:45-Luke Kornet on Celtics’ mindset entering playoffs 22:00-Brad Stevens end-of-year press confer…
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Tyrese Maxey spent months of this season as the Sixers’ focal point, a task which he says prepared him for this moment. Is this the year he makes the leap, giving Joel Embiid a co-star for the playoffs? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck share what Maxey had to say about their play-in date with the Miami Heat. They also answer some key qu…
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The Philadelphia 76ers (7) prepare to host the Miami Heat (8) on Wednesday night in South Philly for their Play-In Tournament showdown with the winner advancing to face the 2-seed New York Knicks. How much fear do you have of Jimmy Butler, Erik Spoelstra, and an army of Heat role players? Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens get into the Six…
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The Celtics close out the regular season in style, beating the Wizards 132-122 behind Payton Pritchard’s career-high 38 points. The day belonged to Mike Gorman, however, as the team honored him throughout his final regular season broadcast after 43 years covering the team. 1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts on the day’s events 5:10- Eddie Hou…
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Even without the services of Joel Embiid, who missed Sunday’s regular season finale as a precautionary measure to manage his left knee, the Philadelphia 76ers were still able to easily dispatch of the Brooklyn Nets. Led by Tyrese Maxey’s 26 point performance, the Sixers pulled away in the third quarter and never looked back, holding a 15+ point lea…
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Payton Pritchard's career-high 31 points in only three quarters leads the way for Boston as the second unit group takes center stage for the Celtics in their 131-98 win over the Charlotte Hornets. With the win, Boston improves to 63-18 this season. 1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts after the win 7:15- Abby Chin catches up with Payton Pritcha…
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Joel Embiid avoids injury scare in the first half, returns to help push the Philadelphia 76ers pass the Orlando Magic, 125-113. In the win, Embiid put together a 32 point, 13 rebound, seven assists performance as the Sixers are now tied with the Magic for the 6th seed in the East standings — both sporting 46-35 record with just one game remaining f…
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Chris Forsberg, Eddie House, Scal and Tom Giles break down the C's 118-109 loss to the New York Knicks. Forsberg also talks about how Jrue Holiday's contract extension impacts Derrick White's future. Plus, Abby Chin talks exclusively with Joe Mazzula. Later on, hear from Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…
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Thanks to losses from the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic, the Sixers have a chance to get out of the play-in tournament. Could they really steal the sixth seed on the final weekend of the season? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss developments in the Eastern Conference playoff picture, and provide updates from Nick Nurse at Thursday…
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Mike Gorman joins Chris Forsberg to reflect on 43 years broadcasting games for the Boston Celtics head of his final regular season broadcast on Sunday. 1:00- Chris starts the pod by offering instant reaction to reports that the Celtics have signed Jrue Holiday to a 4-year, $135M extension 4:00- Mike shares his thoughts on what it means to him to ha…
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The Sixers are in a battle for Eastern Conference playoff positioning, and could end up matched up against the Boston Celtics or Milwaukee Bucks in the first round. Is there a path that sets Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey up for a long run? Devon Givens, Kyle Neubeck, and Derek Bodner discuss a wild playoff picture and what they think the best path f…
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Chris Forsberg, Eddie House, Scal and Tom Giles share their reaction to the Celtics' 104-91 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. They discuss Giannis' calf injury and the Celtics not shooting a single free throw in the game. Plus, hear from Jrue Holiday in the locker room. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt…
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The Sixers win their sixth in a row behind Joel Embiid’s 37-point, 11-rebound, eight assist performance — defeating the visiting Pistons, 120-102. Embiid logged 36 minutes in his fourth game back since returning from injury. Buddy Hield added 18 points off the bench including five 3’s, while Kelly Oubre continued his solid play finishing with 17. T…
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Tyrese Maxey put the Sixers on his back in a sensational game vs. the Spurs, with a Nic Batum three in the final 10 seconds pushing Philly to an improbable win on the road. Plus, an incredible Ricky Council IV cameo! Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the come-from-behind victory, another strong Kelly Oubre outing, and their impre…
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Chris Forsberg, Scal, Eddie House and Tom Giles break down the Celtics' 124-107 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. They discuss Jaylen Brown's historic night, Payton Pritchard's impressive performance and the "stay ready group stepping up yet again. Plus, Abby Chin talks 1-on-1 with Jaylen Brown. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an…
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Joel Embiid finishes with 30 points and 12 rebounds in 23-plus minutes of play to push the Philadelphia 76ers past the lowly Memphis Grizzlies on the front end of their back-to-back. Embiid continues to look comfortable on the floor in just his third game back from injury. The shorthanded Grizzlies were paced by Scottie Pippen Jr’s 24 points. The S…
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The Celtics beat the Kings 101-100 to improve to 61-16 on the season. In a game that meant nothing for Boston in terms of playoff seeding, the team's second unit held on to beat Sacramento after blowing a 19-point lead after Xavier Tillman hit the game-winner with 7.1 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. 1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts…
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Behind a massive 37 point outing from Tyrese Maxey, the Philadelphia 76ers pulled off a come from behind win over the Miami Heat on Thursday night, which pulls the Sixers (42-35) within a half game of the Heat (42-34) in the race for the seventh best record in the Eastern Conference, and the right to host the 7-vs-8 play-in game. Maxey also added i…
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Chris Forsberg sits down with Jordan Walsh to discuss preparing for the G-League playoffs with the Maine Celtics and working towards a full-time role in the NBA. Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/1VMu0ne4ys8 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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The Celtics blow out the shorthanded Thunder, 135-100 to earn their 60th win of the season and officially clinch the NBA's best record and homecourt throughout the NBA playoffs. 1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts after the win 8:35- Abby Chin catches up with Kristaps Porzingis in an exclusive 1-on-1 after the win, then Eddie House and Brian S…
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Joel Embiid made a big impact on the Sixers on night one of his return. And with the reigning MVP back in the lineup, Philadelphia has a chance to create chaos in the Eastern Conference. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck reflect on Embiid’s return, his chemistry with new teammates like Kyle Lowry, and how they’ll manage his minutes movin…
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Joel Embiid made his surprise return Tuesday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder after missing the last two months recovering from a torn meniscus. Embiid was good, finishing with 24 points, six rebounds and seven assists in 29 minutes, but it was Kelly Oubre Jr’s explosive 17 point fourth quarter which saved the day, paving the way for the Six…
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The Celtics improve to 59-16 with a 118-104 win over the Hornets to close out their six-game road trip. Sam Hauser was on fire for Boston, finishing with 25 points, including 7/11 from three, in only 24 minutes in the win. 1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts after the game (with a special guest appearance from Abby Chin!) 13:30- Brian Scalabri…
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Kelly Oubre poured in 32 points on the road to lead the Sixers in a dominant road win over the Raptors. Philadelphia broke a franchise record for made threes in a single game, with contributions from Nic Batum, Cam Payne, and others adding up. Kyle Neubeck, Derek Bodner, and Devon Givens discuss a bounce-back win for Philadelphia without their two …
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Chris Forsberg, Tom Giles, Scal, Drew Carter and Eddie House break down the C's 104-92 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Plus, Abby Chin goes 1-on-1 with Kristaps Porzingis and we'll take you inside the locker room with Jrue Holiday See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se…
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The Sixers hung tough against the Cleveland Cavaliers on the road despite a brutal Tyrese Maxey performance, with Maxey missing a potential game-tying step-back 3 as time expired that would have sent the game overtime. Maxey finished the night with just 16 points on 7-25 shooting in one of his worst performances of the season, struggling to get com…
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In a game with a record 41 lead changes, Dejounte Murray went off for Atlanta, finishing with a career-high 44 points including 11 in OT and the game-winner as the Hawks take two straight from the Celtics, 123-122 the final. 1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts on the game 11:20- Eddie House, Drew Carter and Brian Scalabrine join Tom Giles to o…
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The Philadelphia 76ers drop a tough one to James Harden and the LA Clippers in the final seconds of the game, falling 108-107. With five seconds to play, Kelly Oubre drove to the basket after the Sixers gained control off a jump ball, but Oubre was unable to convert as Paul George contested at the rim to prevent the basket. Philadelphia is now 39-3…
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Buddy Hield has been averaging just 9 points in 22 minutes over his last nine games for the Sixers, rarely leaving an imprint in the game for a team that desperately needs some offensive firepower with Joel Embiid out of the lineup. Has Hield been a disappointment so far during his Sixers tenure? What is the cause of his struggles? And what can be …
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Chris Forsberg does a deep dive on whether the Celtics should extend Jrue Holiday. Ryan Bernardoni joins to crunch the numbers on what it would take to keep this team together for the future. Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/w9SQ9fhV1nY See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se…
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The Philadelphia 76ers finished off their West Coast trip with a 1-3 record thanks to a 108-96 blowout loss to the Sacramento Kings. The Sixers fell despite the best efforts of Tyrese Maxey, whose 21 first quarter points helped keep the Sixers in the game. But the rest of his teammates weren’t up to the task, and the Kings pulled away late in the s…
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The Celtics lose to the Hawks, 120-118 after leading by 30 points in the first half. Boston, which loses a game in which they led by 30+ for the first time since the 1996-97 season, falls to 57-15 on the season. 1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts on the game 8:50- Eddie House, Brian Scalabrine and Drew Carter join Tom Giles to offer instant r…
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Behind a balanced attack from Tobias Harris (24), Tyrese Maxey (24) and Cam Payne (23 off the bench), the Philadelphia 76ers picked up a crucial, unexpected win over James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers in the first of two matchups between the teams this week. The Sixers shot 18-37 from 3-point range and turned the ball over just eight times i…
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