Bob Ryan & Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast

Luka Doncic's historic 60-point career-high triple-double performance against the Knicks and why it was so dramatic & what led to the Celtics' epic turnaround? 1:14: Luka's career-high 60-point triple-double 5:45: Why it's hard to label one player the "face of the NBA" 10:50: Bob says don't sleep on Joel Embiid & the Sixers 12:52: What's going on with the Brooklyn Nets? 20:55: The Celtics' recent turnaround 27:35: Why Bob had to go to the Celtics/Rockets game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics went 5-5 in their last ten games, and why did Jayson Tatum take a game off? We'll discuss it. Also, Robert Sarver is in the headlines again, and how long can the Lakers survive without Anthony Davis? 1:00: Celtics are .500 in their last ten games. What's wrong with Boston? 5:25: Did Jayson Tatum miss Sunday's game because of his son's birthday party? 10:40: Is the rookie of the year debate over? 15:41: Robert Sarver sold his share of the Phoenix Suns 22:10: Elite performances from Devin Booker, Nikola Jokic, and Jordan Poole 24:32: Anthony Davis' injury & the Lakers 28:58: A tribute to Louis Orr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zion Williamson is leading the Pelicans at the top of the Western Conference & the champion Warriors sent a message to the Celtics. We also pay tribute to the late Paul Silas 1:06: The Warriors aren't done? 6:08: Zion Williamson putting Pelicans back on the map 10:57: Gregg Popovich's 26th anniversary 14:03: Are we seeing the beginning of the end of Kyrie Irving? 17:02: When Gary fell in love with basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jaylen Brown, Tatum & the Celtics' impressive win, can Kevin Durant & Kyrie Irving turn things around in Brooklyn, and Anthony Davis delivers for the Lakers? Bob, Jeff & Gary discuss it all. 0:55: Jaylen Brown carries the Celtics 6:00: Where are the minutes for Payton Pritchard?/Brogdon's impact 8:26: Al Horford's two-year extension 10:27: Can Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving & the Nets turn things around? 13:09: The evolution of Jaylen Brown & Kyrie Irving's relationship 17:50: Anthony Davis' big night for the Lakers 20:22: LeBron James passes Magic Johnson in NBA all-time assists list 23:58: Trae Young vs. Nate McMillan 28:55: Why's Louisville struggling so badly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff & Gary discuss if Jayson Tatum is the best player in the world and where he sits on the MVP ladder. Also, when do the Celtics remove the interim tag from Joe Mazzulla? 0:33 Bob is booked! 1:29 Is Jayson Tatum the BEST Player in the World? 5:48 When does Joe Mazzulla become head coach? 8:21 Is Kevin Durant misunderstood? 14:46 What tier are the Heat and Cavs in? 19:08 Where is Zion's career headed? 21:32 College Ball notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary Tanguay discuss if Boston is too reliant on the 3-point shot. They also discuss the latest headlines in the NBA. 1:07: Are the Celtics too reliant on the 3? 6:00: Are the Celtics better than the Bucks at full strength? 11:21: Is Ben Simmons returning to form? 16:00: Can Klay return to form? + Warriors struggles 18:51: Kings have a 6-game win streak; Are they for real? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How long will the Celtics remain the hottest team in the NBA, and do the Brooklyn Nets have a chance to turn their season around with or without Kyrie Irving? Bob, Jeff & Gary discuss the first month of the regular season, including Steph Curry scoring 50 in a losing effort and which legitimate teams are on the up and up. 00:52: Why Goodman's on the road 02:52: Celtics showing off their depth on an eight-game winning streak 9:30: Grant Williams and Jaylen Brown are making significant progress 14:26: Why can't the Warriors win on the road & will they turn things around? 17:35: Steph Curry/last time Bob covered a game where someone scored 50 points in a losing effort 22:40: Which teams are off to a phony or legitimate start to the season? The Grizzlies, Blazers, etc. 27:33: Can the Nets bounce back from their slow start with Kyrie Irving? 32:10: Bob's upcoming column Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Jayson Tatum trailing anyone this early in the MVP race? Why is Dwight Howard not playing in the association anymore, and is LA basketball dead? Bob, Jeff & Gary discuss 0:52: Is Jayson Tatum leading NBA's early MVP race? If not, who is? 9:40: Ja Morant's impact 11:40: Is LA basketball dead? 14:21: Why Dwight Howard isn't playing in the NBA anymore 17:30: Bob Ryan's least favorite NBA player in the past 15 years Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary discuss the Nets' suspension of Kyrie Irving and the reports that they plan to hire Ime Udoka to replace Steve Nash as head coach 0:51 Ime Udoka to be hired by Nets 4:29 Celtics seeking no compensation 7:19 Celtics players upset about Udoka to Brooklyn 12:25 Kyrie Irving suspended by Nets 15:57 Goodman's story about Kyrie Irving's first months in Boston 20:43 How would David Stern have handled the Kyrie Irving situation? 27:52 Celtics start and impressions of Joe Mazzulla 33:42 Louisville basketball won’t face postseason ban, Rick Pitino not penalized in IARP ruling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One week into the 2022-23 NBA season, Bob & Jeff evaluate the Celtics, Nets & Sixers' respective beginnings 0:51: Celtics lose their first game of the season; what's your early assessment? 3:11: How long can the Celtics succeed without Rob Williams? 7:14: What's wrong with the Sixers? 13:42: Early impressions of Ben Simmons with the Nets 20:04: Utah Jazz contenders or pretenders? 22:19: Did we overrate LeBron & Anthony Davs' ability to carry the Lakers? 25:47: Jeff read Gary's book? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's only the first game but did the Celtics put the NBA on notice following their win against the Sixers? We discuss & how good the Lakers are after their loss to the Warriors 1:14: Celtics' Bill Russell pregame ceremony at the home opener 4:00: Did the Celtics make a statement in their win against the Sixers? 7:09: Jayson Tatum's magnificent performance 10:20: Malcolm Brogdon's impact 14:50: Joe Mazzulla's coaching debut 17:18: Jaylen Brown is back & better than ever 23:35: James Harden looked good against the Celtics 25:16: Why Jeff's had it with superstars complaining about fouls 30:25: Statement game by the Warriors beating up the Lakers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Golden State Warriors fined Draymond Green for punching Jordan Poole. Was this the right decision? Also, is Victor Wembanyama worth the hype? We discuss 0:42: Draymond Green fined, not suspended for punching Jordan Poole 4:52: Draymond's development from NCAA to the pros 7:16: Will the NBA intervene and suspend Green? 12:50: Victor Wembanyama mania; is Victor worth the hype? 18:33: Lonzo & LaMelo Ball are both injured 27:05: On this day in 1979, Magic Johnson & Larry Bird made their NBA debut Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss the significance of the Celtics signing Blake Griffin & what they made of Ben Simmons' first game as a member of the Brooklyn Nets 1:06: Ben Simmons returns for Nets + Are the Nets a threat to win the East? 12:21: Kawhi Leonard returns from ACL injury 16:40: Try Athletic Greens Now! 17:41: Celtics Sign Blake Griffin + Celtics roster is better 23:04: Can Sam Hauser make an impact? 24:18: Will Celtics return to NBA Finals? 26:20: Victor Wembanyama vs. Scoot Henderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary react to the Celtics suspending Ime Udoka for the entire 2022-23 NBA season. 1:15: Reaction to Ime Udoka's suspension 12:04: Will Udoka ever return to the Celtics? 13:30: Celtics players react to Udoka's suspension 14:25: Joe Mazzulla takes over as Interim Head Coach 20:30: Why not hire Damon Stoudamire? 24:00: Boston still contenders? + Should they trade Robert Williams? 29:24: Khris Middleton (wrist) is not ready for the start of the season 31:32: Deandre Ayton does not look happy in Phoenix 34:02: NCAA Gives University of Memphis Basketball Probation, Fine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How will Rob Williams' injury impact the 2022-23 Celtics? What's the next step for Boston between now and training camp? 1:05: Rob Williams' injury; expected to miss 4-6 weeks 3:56: Do we label Rob Williams 'injury prone' & how good are the Celtics without Rob? 9:47: In light of recent reports, should the Celtics sign DeMarcus Cousins? 11:32: Bob Ryan on the best Celtics team that didn't win a title 20:33: Celtics to honor Bill Russell throughout 2022-23 26:13: What Bob's been waiting for LeBron James to do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff & Gary react to the NBA suspending Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver & preview the Eastern Conference. Will the Celtics take a step back this season? 1:35: Robert Sarver suspended and fined by the NBA... Was the punishment enough? 7:10: What to look forward to this NBA season 9:20: Lebron's plan to play with his sons 16:45: Who has the biggest coaching challenge this season? 23:40: Will the Celtics regress this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff react to the Donovan Mitchell trade & Danilo Gallinari's torn ACL. Should Boston pursue Carmelo Anthony now? And, in light of his take on Kevin Durant, Bob responds to his "haters" 0:58: Bob Ryan reacts to the backlash of his Kevin Durant comments from last week's episode 2:27: Does Bob regret calling Durant a S***head? 6:46: Reactions to the Donovan Mitchell trade 12:50: What does Danilo Gallinari's injury mean for the Celtics? 15:22: Should Boston sign Carmelo Anthony? 21:32: 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame finalists 31:15: Giannis' injury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob goes off about Kevin Durant as he, Jeff & Gary discuss the "end" to the trade drama in Brooklyn. Chet Holmgren is out for the season and the latest on Danilo Gallinari's injury 1:14: Bob calls KD a sh*t head + Goodman makes case for Durant to Boston 11:04: How will Steve Nash feel after this summer & how will Ben Simmons fit into all of this? 17:08: Chet Holmgren out for season 23:43: Danilo Gallinari tears meniscus 26:02: Terrence Williams pleads guilty in scheme to defraud NBA’s health plan 30:28: Pat Beverly to the Lakers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff & Gary revisit Jayson Tatum's wrist injury and react to his recent comments. They also evaluate Jaylen Brown's value and how that affects Brad Stevens and the Celtics while waiting for Brooklyn Nets' situation with Kevin Durant to come to a resolution 1:00: Jayson Tatum's wrist injury 4:13: How did the injury affect Jayson Tatum? 5:31: Do the Celtics need Durant? + Nets need to deal him ASAP 8:28 Is Jaylen Brown overrated? 10:57: Brad Stevens is in WIN-NOW Mode + KD just wants to hoop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are the Celtics better off without Kevin Durant? Bob & Jeff weigh in on what's best for Boston as we wait and see what's next for Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets 0:50: Who has leverage in the Brooklyn Nets/Kevin Durant situation 3:21: Celtics good enough to win a championship without Durant 7:52: Will Boston be the favorite to win a title if the Celtics land KD 10:02: Durant was lovable up until he ran to Golden State 15:37: No NBA games on Election Day 19:48: Bob & Jeff's tribute to Pete Carril Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Ryan alongside Gary Tanguay celebrate the life and career of the great Bill Russell 0:35: Celebrating the life & career of Bill Russell 1:20: The day Bob Ryan met Bill Russell 5:16: When Gary interviewed Russell 10:00: Who Bill Russell was as an NBA player 16:30: Boston Globe reprinted Bob's Russell story from 1999 20:00: Russell & Wilt Chamberlain after the "Balloon Game" 24:45: What Bill Russell stood for off the basketball court 28:22: Bill Russell's first number retirement ceremony 33:34: Red Auerbach & Bill Russell's relationship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff weigh the pros and cons on the Celtics possibly trading Jaylen Brown for Kevin Durant & discuss Boston's best way to move forward in light of this week's report 0:55: Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart & picks for Kevin Durant? 2:10: Why trading for Durant isn't about Jaylen Brown 7:35: Durant first-round performance against the Celtics 11:10: Did anyone think Jaylen would be this good? 13:30: Do we overrate the 2021-22 Celtics? 16:39: What does Ime Udoka think about Kevin Durant for Jaylen Brown? 20:20: Would Brad Stevens actually pull the trigger on moving Jaylen for Durant? 26:11: Jeff's exciting news from the Peach Jam in Georgia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary react to LeBron James' comments about the city of Boston and his appearance in the Drew League. Also, Steph Curry hosted the 2022 ESPYs & had plenty to say about the Celtics 0:43: LeBron James: 'Boston is racist as f***' 6:00: Kendrick Perkins responds to LeBron 10:45: LeBron's motive for playing in the Drew League 13:26: Are you rooting for James Harden? 17:27: Steph Curry hosting the ESPYs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Robb of Masslive.com joins Gary from Las Vegas to discuss the latest on Kevin Durant's trade market & the Celtics offseason moves 1:08: Where will Kevin Durant land? 3:12: Would you trade for Durant? 9:37: Brad Stevens is a great GM 12:27: Why Jaylen Brown needs to improve 14:06: Was Jayson Tatum hurt in the NBA Finals? 16:10: Grading Danny Ainge's Rudy Gobert trade 17:31: Is James Harden done as a superstar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff react to the latest on Kevin Durant & Kyrie Irving's status with the Brooklyn Nets & the moves made by Brad Stevens and the Celtics in the NBA's early offseason. 1:06: Latest on Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving 7:23: Jeff's take on Celtics acquiring Malcolm Brogdon & Danilo Gallinari + Durant trade 11:32: What Brogdon & Gallinari add to Boston 12:42: Is Brad Stevens a great GM? 18:07: Timberwolves add Rudy Gobert, Jazz get a ton of draft picks 23:30: Chet Holmgren's historic Summer League debut Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyrie Irving opts into the final year of his contract, what does it mean for the Brooklyn Nets? Also, is Jaylen Brown upset over his name being mentioned in Celtics trade rumors? Bob & Jeff discuss. 1:00 Kyrie Irving to opt into the final year of $37M deal w/ Nets 8:00 Should Knicks pay Jalen Brunson a 4-year, $110M deal? 13:04 John Wall to Clippers; Does he have anything left? 17:26 Is Jaylen Brown being disrespected? 24:22 Marcus Smart HATES losing, talks critics saying Celtics need a PG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff recap the NBA Draft, which teams came up big, and which teams made mistakes? Also, how should the Celtics approach their offseason? 1:10 Paolo Banchero goes to Magic at #1 6:03 Chet Holmgren goes to OKC #2 7:16 Goodman: Sam Presti and OKC had a bad draft 9:02 Jabari Smith goes to Rockets at #3 10:41 Bob Likes Mark Williams 11:00 New York Knick Draft 13:46 Detroit Pistons Draft: Jaden Ivey, Jalen Duren 15:20 ESPN's Draft Coverage... 17:02 Will Kevin Durant leave the Nets? + Kyrie Irving's contract 22:24 Celtics Draft JD Davison at 53 Overall 24:00 How can Celtics tweak roster: Brogdon, Hield, or Huerter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff breakdown the 2022 NBA Finals, including Steph Curry's legacy after capturing his fourth title, first MVP & what's next for Boston? How will the Celtics improve during the offseason? 1:00 Warriors Win NBA Title, Defeat Celtics in Game 6 3:42 Marcus Smart's Finals performance 8:10 Celtics lost to the better team 10:35 Steph Curry wins finals MVP 11:40 Jayson Tatum falls short 14:13 Celtics turnaround this year 15:54 Warriors Core 3 + Impact of Draymond Green 19:32 How can Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown improve? 22:17 How can the Celtics improve? 26:14 Eastern Conference landscape next season 29:10 Jayson Tatum goes out sad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do the Celtics have enough to crawl out of a 3-2 deficit against the Warriors in the NBA Finals? Plus, Jayson Tatum struggles in the fourth quarter; what's the root of the issue, and if the Warriors close it out, what's it say about Steph Curry? 0:52: On the brink of elimination, have the Celtics lost their soul? 2:42: The Andrew Wiggins impact 7:27: If Steph Curry wins, where does he rank among the greats? 10:26: The difference between Steph Curry's greatness & influence 15:13: The most amazing fast-break Bob Ryan's ever seen 16:20: BOL 17:30: Is Jayson Tatum hurt? 23:15: Can Tatum's teammates help him get easier baskets? 26:00: Will Brad Stevens help keep the Celtics competitive in the East/could this be Boston's best chance at winning a championship for a while? 29:42: Marcus Smart's Game 5 postgame comments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Should the Celtics pull off beating the Warriors & capturing their first NBA title in 12 years? 0:00: Celtics vs Warriors NBA Finals Preview 6:04: Ime Udoka's impact on this team 10:50: Can C's be consistent? 15:20: Best player: Jayson Tatum or Steph Curry 20:08: Finals X-Factors 23:40: Jeff's Draymond Green story 27:18: Home court advantage 31:48: Series Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will the Celtics be able to beat the Heat in Game 6, or is this series destined to go 7? Also, is the future bright for Luka Doncic & the Mavs? We discuss how much work awaits Dallas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where's your confidence stand in the Celtics' chances of winning the ECF against Jimmy Butler & the Heat? Also, can Luka Doncic & the Mavs come back against Steph Curry & the Warriors? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Celtics force Game 7 against the Bucks & how do we feel about Nikola Jokic winning MVP? 1:29: This series could be over for the Celtics 4:10: What's most frustrating about Bobby Portis' offensive rebound 8:34: Did Marcus Smart do the right thing on the crucial play in Game 5? 10:14: If the Celtics lose Game 6, fans should still be happy with the way the season went 14:52: Giannis & the Bucks made championship-driven plays that may define the series 20:24: Nikola Jokic wins MVP 24:22: RIP Bob Lanier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Celtics sustain their success from Game 2 against the Bucks? We discuss. Also, can Ja Morant lead the Grizzlies to take down the Warriors? 1:30: Bob & Jeff's immediate reactions to Celtics beating the Bucks in Game 2 3:15: Did Grant Williams really shut down Giannis Antetokounmpo? 8:10: Jaylen Brown's crazy first half in Game 2 11:13: Will the Celtics pull off the series or is it still a toss-up against the Bucks? 15:25: Ja Morant drops 47 points 17:10: Does Luka have enough around him to beat the Suns? 19:40: Dillon Brooks' injury to Warriors' Gary Payton Jr. 24:29: What's the best NBA Finals matchup? 31:50: Chris Paul's brilliance 36:40: Bob's take on HBO's "Winning Time" show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff discuss how Jayson Tatum & the Celtics swept Kevin Durant & the Nets but do the C's have enough to win it all? Also, what's next for Brooklyn? And can Doc Rivers pull it off with the Sixers? We discuss 1:25: An apology to the Celtics 4:30: Celtics sweep Nets + Boston's fourth-quarter execution 8:10: Can the Celtics go all the way? 11:08: Why Bucks playing without Khris Middleton is a tremendous loss 13:15: What's been the secret to Ime Udoka's success with the Celtics? 16:48: So much of Jayson Tatum's progression is a reflection of who's around him 17:51: Doc Rivers pull off a win for the Sixers' first-round series?/Toronto's momentum 21:55: Grizzlies' dramatic Game 5 finish against the Timberwolves 24:55: Is Tatum in the Top-5? 27:51: Will postseason injuries pave the way for a potential championship run for the Celtics? 32:00: Is Steve Nash out as head coach of Brooklyn? 36:39: Jerry West's depiction in HBO's "Winning Time" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff recap Kyrie Irving's ongoing feud with Celtics fans & why Marcus Smart won the 2021-22 Defensive Player of the Year award 1:34: Celtics vs Nets Game 1 Recap 6:09: Marcus Smart wins Defensive Player of the Year 8:44: Ime Udoka changed the Celtics' mindset 15:21: Kyrie Irving Flips off Boston Fans + Says Vulgar Language 21:46: 76ers vs Raptors Series; Tyrese Maxey>James Harden?? 26:13: Steph Curry is 'back' & The Rise Of Jordan Poole 31:22: How many NBA teams are REAL title contenders? 34:31 Mavs' Jalen Brunson has 41-Point Game 2 vs Jazz 37:20 Anthony Edwards impacting winning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could Ben Simmons make an immediate impact on the Nets? We discuss. Also, what's next for the Lakers & who will be their next head coach? 1:30: NBA Play-in tournament; Is the format good? 5:46: Did the pandemic force the NBA to change its playoff format? 12:05: Can the Brooklyn Nets run the table? 19:56: Will James Harden redeem himself with the 76ers? 21:51: Bucks still the favorite in the East? 22:50: Grizzlies & Warriors' title chances 25:42: Lebron misses playoffs again + Lakers Future 29:23: LA Lakers FIRE Frank Vogel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff recap the NCAA Tournament, including Duke & Coach K in the Final Four & recap the Lakers' disappointing regular season 1:49: Recapping the NCAA tournament; Kansas wins it all 9:20: North Carolina's Run & Hubert Davis' first year as head coach 13:00: Duke vs UNC + Coach K's final run ends in the Final Four 25:23: Lakers eliminated from playoff contention + LeBron's age 31:00: Nets looming over the Eastern Conference 37:00: Storytime with Bob Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Jeff breakdown the NCAA tournament, including their Final Four picks, and could John Calipari be heading to the NBA? We discuss 1:24: Grading the tournament so far 3:36: St. Peters Goes Down vs Carolina 4:13: Duke vs Carolina 6:17: Villanova's Justin Moore tears Achilles 9:04: Kansas vs Villanova 10:10: Gonzaga goes down, Bob unsure about Chet Holmgren 12:03: Coach K and Duke enter the spotlight 16:33: Evaluating Kentucky Head Coach John Calipari, Could he go to NBA? 22:32: Final Four Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary recap Coach K's Duke run & the NCAA tournament. Also, are the Celtics destined to take over the East? 1:42: Coach K's final run 4:58: Did Coach K miss out by not coaching in the NBA? 11:50: Favorites to win the NCAA tournament 18:50: How deep will St. Peter's go? 22:49: Why Gary didn't expect the NCAA tournament to be this interesting 31:08: Officiating in the NCAA 33:46: Why Celtics are hovering over the #1 seed in the East 38:02: Are people still counting out the Nets & the Lakers? 40:00: Barring injuries, should the Celtics be a favorite to win the East? 44:42: Is losing Steph Curry for a couple of weeks going to cause problems for the Warriors seeding in the Western Conference? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary recap KG Night at TD Garden, which included a surprise appearance from Ray Allen. Is Ray next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary discuss if the Boston Celtics can win it all. Plus, can the Brooklyn Nets turn around their season? And they react to Coach K's Cameron Farewell 1:21: Should Celtics fans have realistic championship hopes? 3:57: C's success starts with Marcus Smart 5:50: Jayson Tatum possesses a rare range of skill 11:04: Robert Williams changes Boston's ceiling 12:21: C's missing 1 piece + The Eastern Conference landscape 19:08: Can the Brooklyn Nets figure it out?/Kevin Durant's greatness 26:27: Russell Westbrook defends family; speak out about criticism 31:49: Spurs' Gregg Popovich ties Don Nelson for NBA career wins record 35:44: Coach K's Cameron farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary discuss how the James Harden and Joel Embiid duo has looked through two games & why Ja Morant could be the best show in Basketball, the final March for Coach K, and more 1:42: Early returns of James Harden w/76ers 3:47: How the Nets will look in the playoffs 7:56: Can the Suns suffice without Chris Paul? 9:38: Is Ja Morant the next Allen Iverson?14:20: Ja Morant vs Zion Williamson 17:38: Coach K's final run w/Duke 27:58: Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game was 60 years ago Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob, Jeff, and Gary discuss Michigan head coach Juwan Howard's suspension due to his alteration with Wisconsin's Greg Gard. Also, will Lebron James play with Bronny within the next couple of years? 0:48: Juwan Howard suspended 3:00: Did Greg Gard "put hands" on Juwan Howard? 7:40: Is a five-game penalty too severe? 9:48: Has Bob ever seen anything like this before? 11:22: Greg Gard's punishment & suspensions 15:22: Bronny James' trajectory 19:12: Is LeBron James putting too much pressure on his son? 23:27: Chris Paul's injury 26:15: Will James Harden work with the 76ers? 30:15: How will Ben Simmons do with the Nets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff reacts to the James Harde for Ben Simmons trade and how it will shake up the Eastern Conference. They also discuss the Celtics' current eight-game winning streak and the acquisition of Derrick White, and more. 1:29: James Harden for Ben Simmons; how does Goodman feel about this trade? 5:48: Did the Nets win this deal? 6:30: Which sleeper team do you like and which sleeper team do distrust in the East? 9:23: Can the Grizzlies upset a team in the West? 10:00: Goodman reacts to Derrick White to Boston trade 12:23: Could the Celtics contend to win the East? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary breakdown the James Harden & Ben Simmons deal between the 76ers and Nets, along with all of the other big NBA trades that went down ahead of Thursday's deadline 1:22: James Harden for Ben Simmons; how do you feel about this trade? 8:10: The Nets & Lakers downfalls 12:35: Bucks acquire Serge Ibaka & trade away Donte DiVencenzo 14:45: Pacers trade Sabonis to the Kings for Haliburton 15:58: Mavs trade Porzingis to Wizards for Dinwiddie 17:22: Final trade deadline thoughts & recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob & Gary discuss how scary the 2021-22 Suns are this year but can they win it all? Plus, we grade Kyrie Irving's return, talk about what it means for the Nets, and guess whether or not the Sixers will trade Ben Simmons before the deadline 1:19: Why does Gary love the Suns and are they legit championship contenders? 2:50: Kyrie Irving's play with the Nets is stellar but can Brooklyn succeed this way? 5:38: When will the Sixers get something, anything for Ben Simmons? 9:30: Bob's John Havlicek story 17:56: The best gameday bars Bob went to on the road Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How will the Celtics address its roster concerns ahead of the NBA trade deadline? Also, did Grayson Allen deserve to be suspended? We discuss 0:30: Where was Bob Ryan? 4:25: Can the Bulls survive the injuries? 6:22: Did Grayson Allen deserve suspension for foul on Caruso? 10:12: Grayson Allen's reputation around the NBA 12:30: Nets assistant coach fined $10k for a deflected pass (David Vanterpool) 15:30: Issues with the Los Angeles Lakers & Is Frank Vogel good as gone? 17:57: Can a healthy Anthony Davis salvage the Lakers' season? 19:56: Best chemistry Bob has seen in an NBA team's first season together 23:48: Celtics' chemistry issues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Kendrick Perkins' criticism towards Kevin Durant & James Harden valid? Also, could Frank Vogel's job be in jeopardy? The Lakers remain a .500 team and Russell Westbrook isn't helping. 0:38: Where is Bob Ryan? 1:22: Kendrick Perkins calls out Kevin Durant & James Harden 3:33: Are Nets better off without Kyrie Irving? 6:57: Is Frank Vogel in trouble with the Lakers? 10:53: Who would you rather have dinner with LeBron James or Michael Jordan 14:25: Which story is most surprising; the Cavs' run or Ja Morant and the Grizzlies 18:20: An update on Bob Ryan's whereabouts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices