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The Boston Celtics got their preseason schedule underway with a win over a Memphis Grizzlies team missing most of its starters. Boston, on the other hand, started the game with Jaylen Brown and Derrick White in the backcourt and Sam Hauser at the power forward spot.

This was the first time we’ve seen the Celtics in action since their flurry of cost-cutting moves over the summer. As such, I - and most likely we - had multiple questions we were hoping would begin to be answered in this game. Some were, some weren’t, and of course, new questions arose.

In today’s episode of the Celtics Chronicle podcast, Bill Calabrese and I discuss

* Boston’s shot profile

* The pros and cons of Tillman at the 5

* What we saw from the new and young recruits

* Questions about the pace of play, and how pace can mean different things

* Defensive observations, upside and concerns

And a bunch more.

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Celtics basketball starts today!

Ok, it’s only a preseason game, I get it. But that doesn’t mean we can’t get excited about the season to come! And with that in mind, I joined up with Jason Timpf of the Hoops Tonight podcast to do a deep dive preview of the Celtics roster and how their season could shake out.

We hit on:

* Anfernee Simons and his potential value

* Simons’ upside if he can figure out his defense

* The importance of defensive IQ execution

* How the overall offense could change to suit the new team

* Concerns about the center rotation

* Questions about the depth at both forward positions

* Why Chris Boucher makes more sense at the four

* How Jayson Tatum’s return could impact trade decisions

* And a bunch of other stuff.

We’re just one day away from the Celtics’ preseason opener against the Memphis Grizzlies — our first real look at this new roster in action. And with that comes a few burning questions we’ve all been waiting to see answered:

In today’s episode of The Celtics Chronicle podcast, I was joined by Billy Calabrese — who is a regular co-host on Tuesdays and Thursdays — to dive into some of the bigger picture questions as we head into the Memphis game.

We hit on:

* A potentially new-look offense and how that could look/work

* The roster battles, and potential rotation questions — double big? Pritchard starting?

* Building in Mazzulla’s image — carrying on from yesterday’s newsletter

* The trade-off between developing talent and maximizing “ready-now” guys like Jaylen Brown and Derrick White

* And, whether the Celtics should hit up the New York Knicks about Pacome Dadiet, who is rumored to be available at pennies on the dollar.

All this and more on today's Celtics Chronicle podcast

In this episode, hosts Adam Taylor and Billy Calabrese discuss the upcoming Boston Celtics season and their chances of making the playoffs. They analyze a poll by Marc Stein among his newsletter subscribers that places the Celtics ninth in the Eastern Conference, landing them in the play-in tournament. They delve into the strengths and weaknesses of the Celtics' roster, particularly focusing on their backcourt's potential and the glaring issues in their frontcourt. The discussion also touches on other teams in the conference and their standings, including the Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Miami Heat. Tune in to hear their in-depth analysis and predictions for the Celtics this season.------------------------Subscribe to the Celtics Chronicle newsletter for analysis, news, and X's and O's, sent straight to your inbox: https://celticschronicle.com/------------------------Chapters00:00 Intro01:09 Celtics' Playoff Chances02:25 Comparing Eastern Conference Teams05:28 Celtics' Roster Analysis08:16 Challenges and Expectations15:48 Rebounding and Defense Concerns18:57 Final Thoughts------------------------#Celtics #BostonCeltics #NBA

Should the Boston Celtics take a flyer on Russell Westbrook? Adam Taylor and Wayne Breezy break down whether Westbrook could realistically fit into Joe Mazzulla’s system, what role he’d play off the bench, and how his veteran presence might impact Boston’s retooling. We dive into his recent production, contract situation, and whether Brad Stevens should consider the move.
------------------------Subscribe to the Celtics Chronicle newsletter for analysis, news, and X's and O's, sent straight to your inbox: https://celticschronicle.com/------------------------Chapters00:00 Intro03:13 Westbrook's Potential Role and Fit with the Celtics05:54 Potential Challenges and Team Dynamics07:39 Coaching and Rotational Strategies26:31 Debating the Future of Veteran Players28:17 Balancing Development and Competition28:59 Westbrook's Potential Fit with the Celtics29:49 The Importance of Versatile Players31:34 Jordan Walsh's Make or Break Season37:51 The Wingstop Tangent42:19 Final Thoughts------------------------#celtics #BostonCeltics #NBA

***ROAD TO 750 SUBSCRIBERS***The Boston Celtics just went through a MAJOR TALENT DRAIN. With Kristaps Porziņģis, Al Horford, and Jrue Holiday gone, and new faces like Chris Boucher, Luka Garza, and Josh Minott stepping in, the big question is simple: what’s next for Boston?In this episode, I'm joined by Justin Quinn to break down the burning questions facing the Celtics heading into the 2025 season:Can Joe Mazzulla guide this team through a major talent drain?What role will young players like Neemias Queta, Josh Minott, and Jordan Walsh actually play?Is Jalen Brown’s long-term future with Boston secure?Could Brad Stevens make a swing for a player like Lauri Markkanen?And when will we really see Jayson Tatum back at full strength?This is more than just an offseason recap — it’s about the future of the Celtics and how this team will be built for the next era.

------💌 Subscribe to The Celtics Chronicle for in-depth analysis sent straight to your inbox: celticschronicle.com----------00:00 Intro05:36 Player Development and Potential Trades24:09 Coaching and Future Prospects36:58 Final Thoughts----------#Celtics #BostonCeltics #NBA

****ROAD TO 750 SUBSCRIBERS****The Celtics signed Luka Garza to a two year deal earlier this summer. Garza will help fill some of the void in the Celtics front court after losing Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford and Luke Kornet during the offense.Now, the question is whether Garza can fit into the Celtics offensive and defensive system, and can he win a roster battle with Neemias Queta for the starting spot in the Celtics rotation? ----------Full Newsletter Deep Dive: https://celticschronicle.com/three-ways-luka-garza-help-boston-celtics-joe-mazzulla-brad-stevens-jaylen-brown/-----------Time Stamps00:00 Intro02:34 Garza's Potential and Fit with the Celtics04:07 Deep Dive into Garza's Offense21:20 Defensive Concerns and Potential31:50 Finals Thoughts#Celtics #BostonCeltics #NBA #CelticsOffseason #LukaGarza #KristapsPorzingis #AlHorford #LukeKornet

****ROAD TO 750 SUBSCRIBERS****Celtics legend Bob Cousy recently shared his thoughts on Jaylen Brown leading the Boston Celtics next season. The 6-Time NBA Champion isn't high on a Brown and Derrick White led version of the Celtics roster, so he is expecting a tough season. In today's episode of Taylor Talks Celtics, we build on Cousy's comments by discussing what Brown does well, what he struggles with, and whether he's ready to be the primary option throughout the upcoming season.----Subscribe to the Celtics Chronicle newsletter: CelticsChronicle.com ----TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro00:58 Bob Cousy's Take on Jaylen Brown04:31 Dissecting Jaylen Brown's Game06:56 Challenges for the Celtics12:48 The Importance of Jayson Tatum17:36 Final Thoughts----#Celtics #BostonCeltics #JaylenBrown #JaysonTatum