Green With Envy: A Boston Celtics Podcast

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CelticsPod: Live Mailbag Mar 10, 2021

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Recorded live on the LockerRoom app, I answer questions for multiple Celtics fans and podcast listners, ranging from TPE targets, contention chances, to players who find themselves on the outside of the rotation looking in. I will host another live mailbag next Monday at 4pm ET if you would like to join in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Celtics PRIDE: Taking stock of the Cs at midseason with Keith Smith Mar 09, 2021

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On this episode of Celtics PRIDE, Adam, Josh, and Mike are joined by Celtics and NBA Insider, Keith Smith (@keithsmithnba) from Celticsblog and Yahoo Sports. They begin the episode by re-visiting Josh’s prediction from 2 weeks ago, when he suggested that a simple 4-game win streak would change fans’ outlook on the team. So... with the 4-game win streak heading into the All-Star break… do we actually feel better about the team? From there, the Celtics Pride team asks Keith for his impressions of the team at the midway point of the season. Is Keith surprised by where the C’s sit in the standings? Does he consider the 1st half of the season a disappointment? Given the team’s success in recent years, is any season that doesn’t end with a Finals berth a disappointment? Then they get Keith’s read on what he thinks Danny and the Front Office should do as the trade deadline approaches, the types of player he thinks the team should pursue with the TPE, and whether the TPE is better to use midseason or next offseason. Finally, Keith shares some behind the scenes insights from his recent exclusive sitdown with Jayson Tatum, which you can read here on CelticsBlog. “But [Jayson Tatum] was so genuine when he talked about, you know, ‘there’s nowhere I want to be but Boston’” - Keith Smith, discussing his recent interview with Jayson Tatum. The Celtics Pride team closes with a brief reaction to Keith’s insights, before Josh reflects on Tatum’s post 2020 All-Star elevation in his positive thought of the day. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the Celticsblog podcast feed (we're “Celtics PRIDE”) and follow us on Twitter @celticspridepod, a @celticsblog podcast. Hosts: Adam Motenko, Josh Motenko @coachmotenko and Mike Minkoff @mikeminkoffnba. Email: at celticspridepodcast@gmail.com You can find regular episodes of the CelitcsPod and Celtics PRIDE podcasts on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever else you listen to your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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CelticsPod: Hey now, you're an All-Star Mar 08, 2021

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Adam is joined by Tim Sheils, former co-host of the CelticsPod, and current CLNS Media intern. We have a little fun with our discussion of the All-Star weekend, discussing how incredibly talented the players are, why we are grateful the game went ahead, and how the skills challenge is total garbage. We wrap up the show with some trade targets discussion, and why Blake Griffin in Brooklyn isn't scary at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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CelticsPod: Initial thoughts from Clippers game Mar 03, 2021

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Recorded directly after watching the Clippers game, I give my thoughts on some of the bigger narratives from the Clippers game. From the Kemba - Theis, 2 man game, to Robert Williams and Pritchard bending 2nd unit defenses to breaking point. I run through each major talking point, and give my thoughts on a good performance and enjoyable team win, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Celtics PRIDE: Mid-Season Evaluation and 2nd Half Expectations Mar 02, 2021

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On this episode of Celtics PRIDE, Adam, Josh, and Mike give their impressions of the season so far based on pre-season expectations. Josh 48-24 - 3rd in East Mike 44-28 - 5th in East Adam 40-32 - 5th in East Kemba looks healthy and Brown has made a leap. But has Tatum also made a leap? How is the bench compared to expectations? Was this what you expected from Thompson and Teague? Is Semi Ojeley doing enough? Is Rob Williams Consistent? Is Aaron Nesmith still in the rotation? s Payton Pritchard in a slump? This team is playing as poorly as it seems and the numbers back it up. They are only a +.5 in point differential, 13th in net rating, 13th in offensive rating and 16th in defensive rating. “Kemba is health, Brown made a leap, Tatum has continued his strong play from last year and they have three bench contributors in Tristan Thompson, Rob Williams and Payton Pritchard. So How is this team still so average?” - Adam Motenko Then the guys take a look at the rest of the season and make predictions. This includes Coach Josh calling Romeo Langfor a “special scorer” and expecting big things from the second year wing. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the Celticsblog podcast feed (we're “Celtics PRIDE”) and follow us on Twitter @celticspridepod, a @celticsblog podcast. Hosts: Adam Motenko, Josh Motenko @coachmotenko and Mike Minkoff @mikeminkoffnba. Email: at celticspridepodcast@gmail.com You can find regular episodes of the CelitcsPod and Celtics PRIDE podcasts on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever else you listen to your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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CelticsPod: Wizarding School Mar 01, 2021

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The first segment of today's show see's Adam go solo, where he disccusses his immediate thoughts following the Celtics vs Wizards - what was impressive, what could of been better - and most importantly, why does starting Javonte Green make sense? In the second segment, Adam is joined by Celtics Stuff Live's Duke, to discuss the first half of the season as we approach the NBA All-Star break, and why the Celtics are better than their record currently shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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CelticsPod: Keeping Pace in the East Feb 26, 2021

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There was a lot to talk about on today's episode. In the first half on the show, I'm joined by dear friend Cody Chalifoux to discuss what's happening with the Boston Celtics, if it can be fixed, and why the sky isn't falling just yet. We discuss the injury bug, a youthful bench, and why the blame can't be placed on any single person/player. In the second half of the show, I'm joined by Mark Schindler of Indy Corn Rows to discuss the Indiana Pacers, their season so far, defensive schemes, offensive outlets, and how the Celtics are going to match up with them for tonight's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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CelticsPod: Live Mailbag Feb 24, 2021

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On Monday I conducted my first live mailbag on the LockerRoom app, something I will be doing for the foreseeable future every Monday at 4pm ET. Here is this week's recording, where we discuss the roster, pelicans game, potential trade ideas, and how the Celtics offense would benefit by playing with more speed. Download the LockerRoom app and follow me @AdamTaylorNBA to get a live invite next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Celtics PRIDE: Waiting for Brown and Tatum to Mature, and Wondering about Kemba Feb 23, 2021

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On this episode of Celtics PRIDE, Adam, Josh, and Mike try to make sense of the Celtics up-and-down play over the last week, and come to peace with the fact the Celtics are not likely to compete for the ‘ship as currently constructed. The question is… what does that mean for next steps? Well, Adam and Josh argue that the team is best served by enduring the growing pains that come with a young bench and two young stars growing into new roles as lead playmakers, while Mike wonders whether Ainge should be looking to trade Kemba for something of value (even if modest) to create greater long-term cap flexibility. Josh even introduces the newest Celtics PRIDE segment “Started from the comments, now we’re here” to underscore his message of the need to keep patient with this young team that’s still learning their way. The Celtics PRIDE team then revisits their TPE big boards from the other week to see whether priorities have shifted based on movement in the standings, and the Celtics helter-skelter performance. Mike then proposes a three-team trade to Adam and Josh that would Kemba and returns a former All-Star to the Celtics. Finally, Coach Motenko asks whether the Kemba chemistry hype is overblown, and asks Adam and Mike which former Celtic they’d rather have on the team right now if forced to pick: Al Horford, Terry Rozier, or Jae Crowder. “I think it’s about maturity… I think, you know, these guys [Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum] are gonna be good ball movers when they’re in their prime but they’re years away from their prime right now.” Coach Motenko on what’s contributing most to the Celtics stagnant offense. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the Celticsblog podcast feed (we're “Celtics PRIDE”) and follow us on Twitter @celticspridepod, a @celticsblog podcast. Hosts: Adam Motenko, Josh Motenko @coachmotenko and Mike Minkoff @mikeminkoffnba. Email: at celticspridepodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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CelticsPod: That was a wild loss Feb 22, 2021

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Adam is joined by Chris Trew who covers the Pelicans and NBA for numerous outlets. Chris is a New Orleans native who has covered the team since its inception. We discuss the insane amount of stoppages in play, Josh Hart's impact on the defensive end, Kemba Walker shooting relentlessly, Brown's struggles, and what exactly changed mid-way through that third quarter. Another big lead dropped by the Celtics, this time resulting in a loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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