Zolak & Bertrand

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Exploring The Underlying Issues With The Celtics // Should Celtics Accept 50 Cents on The Dollar For Jaylen? // World Cup Minute - 6/26 (Hour 3) Jun 26, 2026

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(00:00) Tim McKone & Matt McCarthy - in for Zolak & Bertrand - take calls on the Jaylen Brown situation.
(10:36) The guys continue to explore trade possibilities for Jaylen Brown. Will the Celtics be forced to accept pennies on the dollar in order to breakup the Jay’s?
(22:12) The guys talk about the World Cup and if they should expand to 64 teams
(34:36) Do the Celtics have to move on from Jaylen Brown? The guys explore the underlying issues with the current Celtics’ team.

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Celtics Asking Price For Jaylen Brown Leaked // Detroit Pistons: Potential Trading Partner? // Projecting Deals For Jaylen Brown - 6/26 (Hour 2) Jun 26, 2026

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(00:00) The guys talk about Shams saying the Celtics are asking for four first round picks for Jaylen Brown. McKone and McCarthy also think that there is no way Jaylen Brown is coming back to the Celtics.
(11:42) Are the Detroit Pistons a potential trading partner for Jaylen Brown? The Pistons would trade Jalen Duren.
(23:46) Is there a trade that would excite Celtics fans in return for Jaylen Brown? Plus, more from Jake Fischer’s reporting on potential suitors for Jaylen Brown.
(32:15) Callers Reactions on the Celtics

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McCarthy’s Top 5 Fixes For The Red Sox // Did The Red Sox Make a Mistake in Investing in Young Core? // Durbin Playing Through Injury - 6/26 (Hour 1) Jun 26, 2026

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(00:00) Tim McKone & Matt McCarthy - in for Zolak & Bertrand - begin the show talking about the Red Sox win last night and also McCarthy offers his five moves to fix the Red Sox.
(11:12) The guys talk about how people in the Red Sox organization feel about Marcello Mayer. They also talked about if the Red Sox made a mistake with a young roster.
(22:35) The guys talk about if Craig Breslow will last over the weekend and should he get to oversee the deadline. They also took callers' reactions on the Red Sox.
(35:57) McKone and McCarthy talk about Caleb Durbin playing through injury while Roman Anthony doesn’t.

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Grading Patriots Offseason // Is a Jaylen Brown Trade Inevitable? // Today's Takeaways - 6/25 (Hour 4) Jun 25, 2026

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(00:00) Zo, McKone, and Murray begin the final hour debating whether or not the Patriots will regress compared to last year after their offseason. The crew dives into the Patriots schedule to start the year.
(10:41) Zo, McKone, and Murray discuss Windhorst’s comments that the Celtics can not compete with Brown on the roster. McKone says the Celtics do not have to move Brown unless the relationship is untenable.
(23:54) Joe Murray gives his commentary on Masslive’s top 30 ice cream shops in Massachusetts.
(36:31) Today's Takeaways.

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This or That Reaction // Are The Bruins No Longer an NHL Destination? // Wolves Interested in Jaylen Brown Deal Before Landing LaMelo - 6/25 (Hour 3) Jun 25, 2026

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(00:00) Zo, McKone, and Murray go to the phones for your thoughts on This or That.
(12:00) Zo, McKone, and Murray discuss how to make the Bruins a destination again in the NHL. Murray says that they are not true Cup Contenders. This or That calls continue.
(22:53) McKone believes that there is no way the Celtics do not trade Brown. Mre of your thoughts on the phone lines.
(33:49) Adam Schefter announces 2027 NFL draft location and Murray gets a lesson in Washington DC geography. Then more of your calls to finish out the hour.

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Breslow on the Hot Seat // What’s Going on with Roman Anthony? // This or That - 6/25 (Hour 2) Jun 25, 2026

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(00:00) McKone, Zo and Joe Murray start the Celtics free hour talking about the Red Sox and impending moves. Murray says that Breslow is around to shield Kennedy and other higher ups.
(7:31) Zo lights up on Roman Anthony for not being able to play through his injury as he feels discomfort, labels him soft. McKone would like to see Anthony back this year because he is not an established player.
(20:48) The Crew goes to the phone lines for your thoughts.
(29:15) This or That - Bread and Butter or Soup and Salad

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Celtics Shopping Jaylen Brown // Why Does Tatum Avoid Trade Talks? // Celtics Seek Brown Trade To Stay Competitive - 6/25 (Hour 1) Jun 25, 2026

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(00:00) McKone, Zo, and Joe Murray open the show with potential deals forJaylen Brown if the Celtics were to deal Brown. Will Brown get a price similar to what Lamelo Ball got?
(12:36) Joe Murray says the NBA has pivoted to a big man’s game and they are more coveted today. The crew discusses the narratives around the Jay's abilities on the court.
(23:55) The crew reacts to Stephen A. Smith’s criticism of Jaylen Brown in response to Brown’s comments on ESPN being “Unethical”. McKone says that neither of the draftees will play a major role for the Celtics.
(33:25) Mckone, Zo and Murray finish the hour talking about what Jaylen Brown’s true value is on the trade market.

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This or That | Brown’s Knee | Caller Reactions | Red Sox’s Future | Today’s Takeaway - 6/24 (Hour 4) Jun 24, 2026

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(00:00) Zo and McKone start off the hour with This or That. Pizza or Sandwich

(8:24) Zo and McKone take your calls on everything Celtics and This or That.

(18:30) Zo and McKone talk about Craig Breslow and the Red Sox’s future. The guys took more calls.

(30:30) Today’s Takeaway.

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Brian Robb Joins | A Big Two Weeks For Celtics| Who’s on the Trade Block?| Callers Reactions - 6/24 (Hour 3) Jun 24, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak and McKone are joined by MassLive’s Brian Robb to talk about the fallout of the Giannis deal.

(13:36) BRobb provides his take on where Brown could end up if he doesn’t stay in Boston.

(22:54) BRobb discussed potential options the Cs may have on the free agent market.

(33:49) The guys continue taking calls on all things Celtics.

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Best Suitors For Brown | Callers Reactions | Celtics Interested In Evan Mobley | Callers Reactions - 6/24 (Hour 2) Jun 24, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak and McKone talk about if Jaylen Brown leaves, what team he is most likely to go to.

(10:05) Zolak and McKone continue talking about what the Celtics are going to do and if Jaylen Brown will still be on the team. They also took callers' reactions.

(25:23) The guys start talking about how Chris Mannix says that the Cavs Evan Mobley is connected to the Celtics.

(33:36) The guys take more calls about Brown and the future of the Celtics.

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