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  • The Locked On NBA Squad Show brings together hosts from various NBA team podcasts to discuss the latest league happenings. In this episode, the panel debates the relevance of March basketball, analyzes playoff positioning, and evaluates recent team performances. They focus on the Denver Nuggets' struggles, the Houston Rockets' surprising success, and potential playoff matchups. The hosts also engage in playful banter about team rivalries and discuss which NBA franchises should be "relegated" for poor performance or tanking. Throughout the conversation, the panel offers insights on player impacts, team strategies, and the unpredictable nature of the upcoming playoffs.


    0:00 Intro: March basketball and NBA discussions

    5:02 Lakers' defense and playoff potential

    10:37 Nuggets' playoff chances and matchups

    16:08 Houston Rockets' strengths and weaknesses

    21:53 Mavericks' playoff push and Anthony Davis

    26:26 Relegating NBA teams to G League



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  • Jayson Tatum injured his ankle against the Kings. How will this impact them moving forward? Dive into the win over Sacramento, where Tatum's performance shone before his injury. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' strategy, highlighting Jaylen Brown's return, Derrick White, Kristaps Porzingis, and Baylor Scheierman. The episode explores the Celtics' bench stepping up with 46 points, far surpassing their usual output. With the NBA's 65-game rule in play, Brown's determination to meet the threshold adds another layer of intrigue. Can the Celtics maintain their momentum without Tatum? Tune in for an in-depth analysis and discover how these developments could shape the Celtics' path forward.

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  • The Celtics (53-19) stayed perfect on their current 6-game road trip and ran their win streak to 6 in a row with Monday night's 113-95 win over the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Arena in Sacramento. Jayson Tatum left the game after hitting a free throw in the 3rd Quarter and he did not return. Tatum suffered a sprained left ankle after hitting a 3 and having Domantas Sabonis step into his landing area which resulted in the injury and a Flagrant 1 on Sabonis. Tatum did not return to the game. The Celtics earn a split of the season series with the Kings with Monday's victory.

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    Scoring Leaders: Tatum led the Celtics with 25 Points, 8 Assists and 7 Rebounds despite not playing in the 4th Quarter. Payton Pritchard hit 5 3's and scored 22. Luke Kornet added 13 Points and 8 Rebounds off the Bench. Kristaps Porzingis chipped in with 16 Points and 8 Boards. Jaylen Brown had 9 Points in his return to the lineup.

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    3 Back & 2 Held Out: Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis all returned to the starting lineup Monday night against the Kings. Al Horford was held out on the 2nd game of a back-to-back and Sam Hauser also missed Monday's game with lower back stiffness.

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    #'s of the Night: With Monday night's win over the Kings, the Celtics are now 8-4 in the 2nd game of back-to-back's this season. The Celtics led by 10 going to the 4th Quarter. The Celtics have gone 13 straight games without trailing after 3 Quarters. They've led 12 times and have been tied once after 3 Quarters in that stretch. They also led by 10 or more in 7 of those 13 Games. The Celtics are 3-0 on their current road trip and are 29-7 on the road. The Celtics are also a season-high 34 Games over .500.

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    1st-Half Nuggets: Payton Pritchard beat the buzzer and hit a 3-Pointer to end the 1st Quarter and that put the Celtics up by 1, 30-29. The Celtics trailed by 9 in the 1st-Quarter. Jayson Tatum hit a 3 late in the 2nd Quarter to put the Celtics up 5 and that was the lead at Halftime. There were 10 lead changes in the 2nd Quarter and 12 in the 1st-Half. Tatum hit 4 3's and 17 in the 1st-Half for the Celtics. Tatum also had 6 Assists and 5 Rebounds over the 1st 2 Quarters. Pritchard knocked down 3 3's and had 14 at the Half. Damontis Sabonis had 10 Points & 10 Rebounds in the 1st-Half.

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    Up Next: The Celtics continue their road trip in Phoenix for the first meeting of the season with the suns Wednesday night. The Celtics play the Spurs in San Antonio Saturday night and conclude the trip against the Memphis Grizzlies next Monday.

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  • Jayson Tatum dazzles with a near triple-double as the Boston Celtics extend their winning streak to five games, defeating the Portland Trail Blazers.

    John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down Tatum's stellar performance, highlighting his 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists. But was he working on a specific kind of shot in this game? The episode explores Sam Hauser's impressive three-point shooting and Luke Kornet's valuable contributions off the bench. With the Celtics eyeing a 60-win season, Karalis discusses the team's evolving strategy and potential playoff implications. The analysis also touches on injury updates, including Jaylen Brown's anticipated return, and how these factors could impact the Celtics' playoff run.

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  • The Celtics (52-19) won their 5th in a row overall and improved to a season-high 33 games over .500 with Sunday's 129-116 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center in Portland. The Celtics have won 6 in a row over the Trail Blazers and 6 straight in Portland. The Celtics last loss at Porland came in November of 2018.

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    Scoring Leaders: Jayson Tatum scored 24 of his team-high 30 in the 2nd Half. Tatum had 9 Rebounds and 9 Assists. Sam Hauser was in the starting lineup and hit 8 3's and scored 24. Derrick White contributed 17 Points and 8 Assists. Payton Pritchard was in the starting lineup for the 1st time this season and hit 4 3's and scored 16 in his return home to Oregon. Luke Kornet had 13 off the Bench.

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    No Go For Jaylen: Jaylen Brown missed his 3rd straight game (4th game missed over the last 5 Games) with a bone bruise (posterior impingement) in his right knee. Brown will be reevaluated on Monday. With Sunday's win, the Celtics are now 12-3 with Brown out of the starting lineup. Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday were also held out.

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    #'s of the Night: The Celtics had 102 points thru the 1st 3 Quarters. Boston's scored 90 or more thru 3 Quarters 33 times this season and 100 or more thru 3 Quarters for the 8th time this season. The Celtics recorded 31 Assists in the win and are now 18-1 on the season when recorded 30 or more Assists. The Celtics hit 23 3's and are now 19-3 when hitting 20 or more 3's in a game for the season.

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    1st-Half Nuggets: The Celtics show 54.5% from the field and were up 10 after the 1st Quarter and up 13 at Halftime. Boston had 18 Assists on 24 made Field Goals and only 4 Turnovers in the 1st-Half. Sam Hauser hit 5 3s and led the Celtics with 15 Points in the opening half. Derrick White added 13 Points. The 1st-Quarter had 6 lead changes in the 1st Quarter, but the Celtics never trailed during the 2nd Quarter. 8 different Celtics scored in the 1st Quarter.

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    Up Next: Boston moves on to Sacramento for a match-up against the Kings Monday night. The Kings beat the Celtics by 17 at TD Garden on January 10. Sacramento lost at home to the Milwaukee Bucks Saturday night and have lost 6 of 8. The Celtics conclude the trip against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday, March 31.

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  • Boston Celtics dominate the Utah Jazz with a commanding, and even surprising effort in a 121-99 victory, inching closer to the top seed in the Eastern Conference. Can Jayson Tatum's defensive skills rival those of Giannis Antetokounmpo? Host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' impressive performance, highlighting standout plays from Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis, and Derrick White. Discover how the Celtics' defense forced 17 turnovers and secured 33 second-chance points, their highest in a decade. With key contributions from bench players like Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser, the Celtics' depth shines through. Will the Celtics maintain their momentum in the league standings? Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the Celtics' path to success and the challenges ahead.

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  • The Celtics (51-19) opened up their season-high, 6-game road trip with a (121-99) over the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City Friday night. The Celtics have won 4 in a row overall and are now 9-1 in the month of March. The Celtics also win both games in the season series vs. the Jazz.

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    Scoring Leaders: Kristaps Porzingis led the Celtics with 27 Points and 10 Rebounds. Jayson Tatum scored 26 Points and also collected 6 Rebounds, 6 Assists and 3 steals. Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser both hit 4 3's off the bench. Pritchard scored 18 and Hauser had 14. Colin Sexton had a game-high 30 in the loss for the Jazz.

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    No Go For Jaylen: Prior to Friday night's game, the Celtics announced that Jaylen Brown has been diagnosed with a bone bruise with posterior impingement in his right knee. Brown missed Friday's game, and he will miss Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He will be reevaluated on Monday. Brown has been out of the lineup for 2 straight games and 3 of the last 4 for the Celtics.

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    #'s of the Night: The Celtics are now a season-high 32 games over .500 with Friday's win at Utah. The Celtics improved to (11-3) with Brown out of the Starting Lineup. The Celtics had 33 2nd-chance points in the victory. The Celtics are now 15-0 on the season when holding their opponent below 100 points. It was also the Celtics 16th win this season by 20 or more points.

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    1st-Half Nuggets: The Celtics trailed 5-0 early on in the 1st Quarter but got 3's from Kristaps Porzingis and Jayson Tatum to go in front for the 1st time in the opening quarter. Boston led by 17 in the 1st Quarter and led 35-21 after the 1st 12 minutes. The Celtics never trailed in the 2nd Quarter and led 60-51 at Halftime. Kristaps Porzingis hit 3 3's and had 21 Points in the 1st Half for the Celtics and Jayson Tatum had 17 Points. The Celtics knocked down 10 3's in the 1st Half.

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    Up Next: Boston will play the Trail Blazers and Kings on back-to-back nights Sunday and Monday. The Celtics conclude the trip against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday, March 31.

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  • Boston Celtics fans, brace yourselves! The iconic NBA team has been sold for a staggering $6.1 billion to a group led by lifelong fan Bill Chisholm. This record-breaking sale marks a new era for the Celtics, sparking questions about the team's future and potential NBA expansion.

    Host John Karalis dives into the details of the sale, introducing Chisholm and exploring his plans for the Celtics. With insights into the involvement of key figures like Steve Pagliuca and Wyc Grousbeck, the discussion covers strategic moves, including possible arena changes and financial strategies. Plus, get the latest on Jaylen Brown's injury and its impact on the team's playoff hopes.

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  • Can Joe Mazzulla's media strategy redefine the Boston Celtics' narrative? Dive into the dynamics of the Celtics as John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and guest Tom Westerholm explore Mazzulla's unique approach to media interactions. Discover how Baylor Scheierman's recent standout performance, including a 20-point game against the Nets, could shift the Celtics' future plans. The discussion highlights key players like Jayson Tatum and Derrick White, examining how Scheierman's emergence might influence playing time and team strategy. With insights into the challenges of covering the Celtics and the expectations for Boston sports media, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the team's evolving landscape. Tune in for an engaging analysis of the Celtics' path forward and the impact of these developments on their season.

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  • The Boston Celtics clinched a thrilling 104-96 win against the Brooklyn Nets, with Baylor Scheierman and Kristaps Porzingis leading the charge. Scheierman delivered a career-high 20 points, including a perfect fourth-quarter performance, while Porzingis dominated with 25 points and 13 rebounds. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down these standout performances, exploring how Scheierman's buzzer-beater and Porzingis' play. The episode also covers the Celtics' milestone of reaching 50 wins this season, highlighting contributions from Derrick White, Al Horford, and Jrue Holiday.

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  • The Celtics (50-19) won their 3rd in a row and improved to a season-high 31 games over .500 with Tuesday night's (104-96) win over the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden. The Celtics sweep the season series from the Nets and have won 8 straight meetings with Brooklyn.

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    Scoring Leaders: Kristaps Porzingis led the Celtics with 25 Points and 13 Rebounds. Baylor Scheierman hit a 3 at the buzzer to end the 3rd Quarter and he ended up hitting 4 3's in the 4th Quarter enroute to a career-high 20 Points off the bench. Derrick White hit 3 3's and finished with 18 Points. Payton Pritchard hit 3 3's and scored 10 off the bench.

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    No Tatum. No Brown. Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum both missed Tuesday's game against the Nets. It's the 1st time this season that both Brown and Tatum were held out of the same game.

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    #'s of the Night: The Celtics reached 50 Regular Season wins for the 4th straight season and for the 37th time in franchise history with the win over the Nets. Boston improves to 14-0 this season when holding their opponent below 100 Points. The 44 Points in the 1st Half tied for the 2nd fewest points in the opening Half this season.

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    1st-Half Nuggets: The Nets led by 5 after the 1st Quarter and by 5 at the Half. Boston went shot 36% from the field over the 1st 24 minutes and were 6-for-24 on 3's. The Nets had just 3 turnovers in the 1st Half. Kristaps Porzingis led the Celtics with 14 Points in the 1st Half.

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    Up Next: The Celtics open up a 6-Game Road Trip against the Utah Jazz on Friday. Boston will play the Trail Blazers and Kings on back-to-back nights Sunday and Monday. The Celtics conclude the trip against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday, March 31.

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  • This episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East features a lively discuss on the Toronto Raptors' controversial late-game strategies and the broader implications of tanking in the NBA. The panel explores various proposed solutions to the tanking problem, including fines, lottery reforms, and radical changes to the draft system. The conversation touches on the ethics of tanking, its impact on fan engagement, and the league's incentive structures, ultimately questioning whether there's a perfect solution to this complex issue.



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  • The regular season is essentially over, and the Celtics are taking advantage. They're finally strategically resting key players like Jaylen Brown and (maybe) Jayson Tatum to ensure peak performance. As the team gears up for a deep playoff run, host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down the Celtics' approach. Plus, mailbag questions that includ3 insights into Brown's performance during Ramadan and Tatum's tactics against bigger opponents.

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  • Can Kristaps Porzingis's return from illness propel the Boston Celtics to new heights?

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  • Kristaps Porzingis returns to the Boston Celtics lineup, sparking a thrilling 115-113 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Can the Celtics maintain their momentum with Porzingis back in action? Dive into the game analysis as John Karalis breaks down key performances, including Payton Pritchard's record-breaking night and Jayson Tatum's brilliant half of a game.

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  • The Celtics (48-19) beat the Miami Heat for the 3rd time this season with Friday night's 103-91 win at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The Celtics have won 6 in a row against the Heat dating back to last season. With the win, the Celtics avoided losing 2 in a row for the 3rd time this season. The Celtics improved to 9-3 this season with Jaylen Brown out of the starting lineup.

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    Scoring Leaders: Jayson Tatum scored a team-high 28 in the win. Tatum knocked down 5 3's. Jrue Holiday opened up the game by scoring 10 of the Celtics first 16 Points. Holiday hit 5 3's and scored 25. Derrick White scored 12 of 18 Points in the 4th Quarter.

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    No KP (Again): Kristaps Porzingis was held out of the lineup once again because of illness and he's now missed 8 straight games and 9 of the Celtics last 10 games. Porzingis is with the team and went through a workout prior to Friday night's game.

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    #'s of the Night: The Celtics again avoided losing 2 in a row for the 3rd time this season with Friday night's win and the Celtics are now 17-2 after a loss this season. The Celtics were held to 50 Points in the 1st Half and it's the 9th time this season where the Celtics scored 50 or less in the 1st Half. The Celtics are now 10-2 with Luke Kornet in the starting lineup. The Celics are 2 wins away from their 4th straight season of 50 or more wins.

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    1st-Half Nuggets- The Celtics hit their 1st 4 shots (all 3-Pointers) to open the game. Celtics were up 7 after the 1st Quarter and tied at 50 at the Half. Jrue Holiday scored 10 in the 1st Quarter and had 16 at Halftime. Holiday hit 4 of the Celtics 10 3's in the 1st 24 Minutes. Andrew Wiggins had 1o of his 14 1st-Half Points in the 2nd Quart er. The Celtics went 6-for-24 from the field in the 2nd Quarter and 4-15 on 3's.

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    Up Next: The Celtics are right back at it and come north to play the Nets in Brooklyn Saturday night. The Celtics started a stretch of playing 8 of 9 on the road Friday night. The Celtics take on the Heat in Miami Friday night and play the Nets on Brooklyn Saturday night. Celtics and Nets play in Boston Tuesday night.

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  • The Boston Celtics, led by stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, recently clashed with the OKC Thunder in a game that could hint at a future NBA Finals matchup. Host John Karalis and guest Tom Westerholm take a quick look back at OKC's impressive performance and how the Celtics need to handle them if they meet again. They also dissect the Celtics' injury report, rotation strategies, and the impact of the NBA's 65-game rule on player decisions. With Kristaps Porzingis's mysterious illness still unresolved, the Celtics' playoff strategy is under scrutiny.

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  • The Celtics, led by Jayson Tatum, faced a challenging game without Kristaps Porzingis, while the Thunder capitalized on their aggressive play style to live at the free throw line and beat the Celtics in Boston.

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  • The Celtics (47-19) closed out their homestand with a 118-112 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. With the loss, the Celtics 5-Game Win Streak came to an end. The Celtics two losses on the homestand were to the Cavaliers in the opener and the Thunder in the finale. OKC won both regular season meetings with the Celtics.

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    Scoring Leaders: Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 33 Points, 8 Rebounds and 8 Assists. Al Horford knocked down 6 3's and had 18 Points and 10 Rebounds. Derrick White hit 6 3's and scored 22. Jaylen Brown had a tough night with 10 Points and he was 0-fot-5 on 3's. Brown fouled out with over 3 minutes to go in the 4th Quarter. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with a game-high 34. Chet Holmgren added 23 Points and 15 Rebounds.

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    No KP (Again): Kristaps Porzingis was held out of the lineup once again because of illness and he's now missed 7 straight games and 8 of the Celtics last 9 games. -----

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