How does James Harden trade impact Boston Celtics?

The Philadelphia 76ers have finally traded James Harden, but does what they got back make them any better? Should the Celtics be concerned with the Sixers? And is there a way for them to capitalize on the deal? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss it and then give some of their big takeaways from Boston's 3-0 start.</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That’s A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins!  Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:40:47

Boston Celtics get 69 points from Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, blow out Washington Wizards

The Celtics stayed focused for a game that they might not have approached so well last season. They attacked the paint when Washington's big man wasn't available, and they got monster games from their two stars. It all adds up to a very satisfying win. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal discusses all that went well (Tatum and Brown's big nights, Kristap Porzingis, the post ups, and the defense from Jrue Holiday and Derrick White) and the didn't go so well (the fourth quarter... ugh).</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That’s A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins!  Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p><br /></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:34:44

Mailbag: Jaylen Brown's start (and future), bench production, & five games to watch before the new year

Time to open up the mailbag again (johnkaralis.com/mailbag) to get a lot of questions about Jaylen Brown, his shots, his weaknesses, and his future. Also, questions about the second unit, their production, and giving them a chance to play. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into those, Joe Mazzulla's style, Jordan Walsh, Romeo Langford, the top 5 games to watch in 2023, and more.</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That’s A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins!  Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:35:49

Derrick White, Jaylen Brown huge in Boston Cletics win over Miami Heat

The Boston Celtics moved to 2-0 thanks to a 119-111 win over Miami, and it was another tough one. But the Celtics executed well in the fourth quarter again thanks especially to Derrick White and Jaylen Brown. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal runs through the things he liked (Jrue Holiday gets a mention as well), things he didn't like (no bench production and too many Tatum minutes), and something that made him go hmmm (another big night from 3 for a Celtics opponent)</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>Dave</u></strong></p>Dave is the banking app that’s leveling the financial playing field.  Download Dave today at <a href="https://dave.com/extra-cash-advances?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=lockedon&utm_campaign=lockedonnba">Dave.com/LOCKEDONNBA</a>. You could get up to $500 in 5 minutes or less! No credit check. No late fees. </p><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Ibotta</u></strong></p>Download the Ibotta app now and use code locked to get 100% cash back on your Thanksgiving dinner starting November first! </p><strong><u>Jase Medical</u></strong></p>Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on <a href="https://jasemedical.com/">jasemedical.com</a>.</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:28:17

Boston Celtics top-six team meeting and Jayson Tatum might be a liar

Upon further review, the opening night win over New York seemed pretty good after all. And even though Jaylen Brown didn't have a great game, did do some thing that helped Boston win. So did Joe Mazzulla. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss that, the meeting between's Boston's top-6 players to discuss someone coming off the bench, and why Jayson Tatum might just be a big liar.</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>Dave</u></strong></p>Dave is the banking app that’s leveling the financial playing field.  Download Dave today at <a href="https://dave.com/extra-cash-advances?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=lockedon&utm_campaign=lockedonnba">Dave.com/LOCKEDONNBA</a>. You could get up to $500 in 5 minutes or less! No credit check. No late fees. </p><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Ibotta</u></strong></p>Download the Ibotta app now and use code locked to get 100% cash back on your Thanksgiving dinner starting November first! </p><strong><u>Jase Medical</u></strong></p>Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on <a href="https://jasemedical.com/">jasemedical.com</a>.</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:38:45

Kristaps Porzingis bails out Boston Celtics in win over New York Knicks

The Celtics opened their season in New York and it looked pretty good until the fourth quarter when they started to play like their old selves (not good). But they were able to get it together down the stretch behind a nine-point stretch from Porzingis to close out the win. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into what he liked (Porzingis, Jayson Tatum's early dominance, the fact that they held on to win), what he didn't like (Jaylen Brown's game, the rebounding, bench production), and things that made him go "hmmm," (the fourth quarter execution.</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>Dave</u></strong></p>Dave is the banking app that’s leveling the financial playing field.  Download Dave today at <a href="https://dave.com/extra-cash-advances?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=lockedon&utm_campaign=lockedonnba">Dave.com/LOCKEDONNBA</a>. You could get up to $500 in 5 minutes or less! No credit check. No late fees. </p><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Ibotta</u></strong></p>Download the Ibotta app now and use code locked to get 100% cash back on your Thanksgiving dinner starting November first! </p><strong><u>Jase Medical</u></strong></p>Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on <a href="https://jasemedical.com/">jasemedical.com</a>.</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:34:33

Boston Celtics preview part 2 and postseason award predictions with the Rainin' J's

The Rainin' J's ride again, as the original Locked On Celtics crew reunites for their annual "pick every game" podcast. But before they predict every game, they continue the Locked On Celtics season preview with a look at the coaching and players trying to stay healthy. Then they get into postseason award prediction like Jayson Tatum for MVP, Joe Mazzulla for Coach of the Year, anyone for Sixth Man of the Year, and more.</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>Dave</u></strong></p>Dave is the banking app that’s leveling the financial playing field.  Download Dave today at <a href="https://dave.com/extra-cash-advances?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=lockedon&utm_campaign=lockedonnba">Dave.com/LOCKEDONNBA</a>. You could get up to $500 in 5 minutes or less! No credit check. No late fees. </p><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Ibotta</u></strong></p>Download the Ibotta app now and use code locked to get 100% cash back on your Thanksgiving dinner starting November first! </p><strong><u>Jase Medical</u></strong></p>Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on <a href="https://jasemedical.com/">jasemedical.com</a>.</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:42:21

Boston Celtics season preview: coaching & player improvements, mentality, lead to special season

We've gone through a full preseason and the opening night game is coming up fast, so it's time to get one more big preview together. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss the coaching improvements that could help propel Boston to a title, the player improvements that could fix what they couldn't do last season, and where they think this Celtics season can go.</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>Dave</u></strong></p>Dave is the banking app that’s leveling the financial playing field.  Download Dave today at <a href="https://dave.com/extra-cash-advances?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=lockedon&utm_campaign=lockedonnba">Dave.com/LOCKEDONNBA</a>. You could get up to $500 in 5 minutes or less! No credit check. No late fees. </p><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Ibotta</u></strong></p>Download the Ibotta app now and use code locked to get 100% cash back on your Thanksgiving dinner starting November first! </p><strong><u>Jase Medical</u></strong></p>Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on <a href="https://jasemedical.com/">jasemedical.com</a>.</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:39:57

Mailbag: Jayson Tatum playing big, Kristaps Porzingis as Kevin Durant, & Boston Celtics culture

We open up the mailbag once again to get questions on Jayson Tatum looking like a true power forward, Kristaps Porzings playing like Kevin Durant, and extensions for Jrue Holiday and Derrick White. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal answers all that, plus why teams on fast breaks flare guys out to the corners, getting Neemias Queta off the two-way, Celtics culture, and getting Terry Rozier off the Hornets.</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>Dave</u></strong></p>Dave is the banking app that’s leveling the financial playing field.  Download Dave today at <a href="https://dave.com/extra-cash-advances?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=lockedon&utm_campaign=lockedonnba">Dave.com/LOCKEDONNBA</a>. You could get up to $500 in 5 minutes or less! No credit check. No late fees. </p><strong><u>PrizePicks</u></strong></p>Go to <a href="https://www.prizepicks.com/podcast?&utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=PodcastAds&utm_campaign=100depositmatch&utm_content=LockedOnNBA&utm_term=LOCKEDONNBA?invite_code=LOCKEDONNBA">PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba</a> and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!</p><strong><u>Ibotta</u></strong></p>Download the Ibotta app now and use code locked to get 100% cash back on your Thanksgiving dinner starting November first! </p><strong><u>Jase Medical</u></strong></p>Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on <a href="https://jasemedical.com/">jasemedical.com</a>.</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

00:36:16

Boston Celtics defense dominates in preseason finale, C's ready to win a championship

The Celtics blew the doors off the Charlotte Hornets in their preseason finale, showing a dominant defense that helped pile up the points despite them shooting poorly. They didn't show any of the bad habits that have plagued them in the past. That, combined with all we've seen this preseason, shows they're ready to win a championship this season. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks it all down, along with some of the great plays from guys like Payton Pritchard, Derrick White, Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis.</p><h3>Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!</h3><strong><u>Jase Medical</u></strong></p>Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on <a href="https://jasemedical.com/">jasemedical.com</a>.</p><strong><u>Gametime</u></strong></p>Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.</p><h3><u>Birddogs</u></h3><h3>Go to <a href="https://www.birddogs.com/collections/shorts?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=LOCKED%20ON%20NBA%20LINK&influencerId=LOCKED-ON-NBA-LINK-youtube">birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA</a> or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won’t want to take your birddogs off we promise you.</h3><strong><u>Betterhelp</u></strong></p>This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit <a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&transaction_id=10258adce930f56cef6db57eec244d&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=3004&utm_medium=Desktop&utm_content=&utm_term=lockedonnba&not_found=1&gor=start"><strong>BetterHelp.com/lockedonnba</strong></a><strong> </strong>today to get 10% off your first month. </p><h3><u>FanDuel</u></h3><h3>This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit <a href="https://www.fanduel.com/lockedon">FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON</a> to get started.</h3><strong><em>FANDUEL DISCLAIMER</em></strong><em>: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit </em><a href="http://fanduel.com/RG"><em>FanDuel.com/RG</em></a><em> (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit </em><a href="http://ccpg.org/chat"><em>ccpg.org/chat</em></a><em> (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit </em><a href="http://ksgamblinghelp.com/"><em>ksgamblinghelp.com</em></a><em> (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)</em></p> </p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>

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