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Insider Chris Forsberg hosts the Celtics Talk podcast from NBC Sports Boston. During the season, look for special postgame podcast following every game, with analysis from our shows, postgame press conferences, and exclusive interviews. Guests include players, coaches, management, and media members from around the NBA.

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Insider Chris Forsberg hosts the Celtics Talk podcast from NBC Sports Boston. During the season, look for special postgame podcast following every game, with analysis from our shows, postgame press conferences, and exclusive interviews. Guests include players, coaches, management, and media members from around the NBA.

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English


Episodes
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NBA & Celtics Trade Rumors! Offseason Buzz & Potential Moves!

6/4/2025
Chris Forsberg and Drew Carter welcome in Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports and Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated for another edition of “The Off C’Season” to discuss potential trades the Celtics and teams around the NBA could make this summer. 2:30- The guys each share their favorite ‘fake’ trades for this summer 18:30- Chris Mannix shares what he’s hearing out in OKC about the latest news around the NBA 29:45- Mannix reveals what the rest of the league thinks the Celtics will do this summer 34:45- The guys answer your questions! WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:50:44

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Celtics Offseason Crisis? New CBA Forces Tough Choices | The Off C’season Ep. 1

5/29/2025
The Boston Celtics face a critical offseason! In the first episode of "The C;season," Chris Forsberg, Drew Carter, and Kevin O’Connor discuss the financial crunch caused by the new CBA, Jason Tatum's injury, and potential trades for Jaylen Brown, Drew Holiday & more. Will the Celtics rebuild or try to stay competitive? Get the inside scoop! 2:00-How the CBA impacts the moves the Celtics might make 9:30-Forsberg explores 3 potential trade paths for C’s to take this summer 19:00-Why Celtics fans should trust in Brad Stevens 28:30-Will new CBA might make it easier to navigate this offseason WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:47:16

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What did we learn from Brad Stevens' debriefing following Celtics' early playoff exit?

5/19/2025
Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin (with a special appearance from Celtics reporter John Karalis!) react to Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens' end-of-season press conference and share their final thoughts on the end of the team's season. Then, Chris talks with Brad Stevens in an exclusive 1-on-1 interview following the press conference. 1:00- Chris and Abby share their main takeaways from Brad Stevens' press conference 12:35- Exclusive 1-on-1 interview with Brad Stevens 21:10- Brad Stevens full press conference Presented by 24 Auto Group WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:48:44

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POSTGAME POD: C's season comes to end with Game 6 loss to the Knicks

5/17/2025
The Celtics’ season comes to an end with a 119-81 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Boston struggled to get anything going from the start and was left trying to make sense of failing in their goal to repeat as champions and looking to next year. 1:00- Chris Forsberg and Brian Robb react to the Game 6 loss and look ahead to what’s next for Boston 10:55- Kristaps Porzingis press conference 19:05- Jaylen Brown press conference Presented by 24 Auto Group WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:28:18

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POSTGAME POD: C's show up in a BIG WAY, keep season alive in gutsy in Game 5 over the Knicks

5/15/2025
The Celtics are still alive. Boston, playing without the injured Jayson Tatum, beats the New York Knicks, 127-102 to send the series back to New York for Game 6. Six Celtics players finished in double-digits in points with Luke Kornet adding an unreal seven blocks on the defensive end in an all-around team win for the green. 1:00- Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin react to the win and Jaylen Brown stepping up huge for Boston 7:55- Jaylen Brown press conference 13:15- Chris and Abby give Derrick White and Kornet their flowers after big nights for the pair 17:15- Luke Kornet press conference 24:25- What do the Celtics need to do to win Game 6? Presented by 24 Auto Group WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:36:42

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POSTGAME POD: C's season pushed to the BRINK after losing Game 4, Jayson Tatum to injury

5/13/2025
Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton react to an absolutely devastating night for the Boston Celtics. For the third time in the series, Boston was unable to stop a second-half surge from the Knicks, who take a 3-1 series lead after winning 121-113. On top of the loss, the Celtics lost superstar Jayson Tatum to a potential season-ending Achilles injury late in the fourth quarter. 1:00- Chris and Kayla recap everything that happened in Game 4 7:55- Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis react to the loss and Tatum’s injury 14:40- Chris and Kayla break down what Boston needs to do to climb back into this series 18:40- Jaylen Brown reacts to Tatum’s injury and discusses the team’s mindset if they’re without him the rest of the series 22:45- Chris and Kayla discuss the tough decisions ahead for the franchise if they’re without Jayson Tatum all of next season Presented by 24 Auto Group WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:36:16

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POSTGAME POD: Payton Pritchard goes off, Celtics roll in Game 3

5/10/2025
Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics' much-needed blowout win over the Knicks in Game 3. They dive into Payton Pritchard’s big performance and the Jay's solid night. Plus, hear great postgame reactions from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:44:49

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POSTGAME POD: Celtics COLLAPSE in 4th quarter again, fall down 2-0 in series vs. the Knicks

5/7/2025
Another disastrous fourth quarter for the Boston Celtics against the New York Knicks, and a shocking 2-0 series deficit as the series shifts to New York. Boston for the second straight game led by 20 points late in the third quarter, but went ice cold offensively in the fourth, getting outscored 30-17 in the final frame to lose 91-90 in Game 2. 1:20- Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton react to everything that went wrong in the loss 17:40- Joe Mazzulla breaks down the team’s awful fourth quarter 20:05- What does the team have to do to get back into this series? Presented by 24 Auto Group WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:26:11

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POSTGAME POD: Knicks shock Celtics, take Game 1 -- and homecourt advantage -- with OT win

5/6/2025
The Celtics blow a 20-point second-half lead to the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals and lose 108-105 in overtime. Boston set an NBA playoff record with 60 three-point attempts and only made 15 on their way to the loss. What went wrong for Boston, and how concerned should we be? Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin break it all down… plus, we go inside the locker room to hear from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown 1:00- Forsberg and Abby react to the loss 11:05- Jayson Tatum press conference 24:00- Jaylen Brown press conference Presented by 24 Auto Group WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:38:30

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INSTANT REACTION: Will Celtics vs. Knicks in Round 2 revive New York-Boston Rivalry?

5/1/2025
It’s official: the Celtics will face the Knicks in Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs. Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton share their instant reactions to the matchup, break down the potential challenge Jalen Brunson poses, and reveal what they hope to see from the Celtics in the next series. 1:00 - Initial reaction to the Celtics-Knicks matchup 7:30 - Will Jalen Brunson be a problem for the Celtics? 16:30 - What do you want to see from the C's that you didn't see in Round 1? WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:23:59

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POSTGAME POD: Celtics headed to the semifinals after finishing off the Magic

4/30/2025
Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin break down the Celtics 120-89 Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic. They discuss Boston's explosive second half, Al Horford’s standout performance on defense, and look ahead to potential semifinal matchups. Plus, hear from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown at the podium. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:40:22

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POSTGAME POD: Celtics bounce back with tough Game 4 win in Orlando

4/28/2025
Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics' 107-98 win over the Orlando Magic. They discuss Al Horford's defensive performance, Jayson Tatum's big night and the C's chance to close out the series in Boston on Tuesday. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:30:27

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POSTGAME POD: Celtics’ offense falls flat in Game 3 loss to Magic

4/26/2025
Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics 95-93 loss to the Orlando Magic in Game 3. They talk about Jayson Tatum showing no signs of injury after making his return, their lack of offense outside of Tatum, and a new injury concern for Jaylen Brown. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:24:04

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POSTGAME POD: Jaylen Brown goes off as Celtics take Game 2 thriller over Magic

4/24/2025
Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the C's 109-100 win over the Orlando Magic. They discuss Jaylen Brown's big night, Kristaps Porzingis taking an elbow to the head and contributions from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:29:34

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Payton Pritchard adds to Boston's legacy of Sixth Men

4/22/2025
Chris Forsberg reacts to the news that Payton Pritchard has officially been named the 2024-25 NBA Sixth Man of the Year. Forsberg shares his thoughts on Pritchard's journey before sharing an extended sit-down interview he had with the Celtics guard earlier this spring. 1:00- Forsberg reacts to Pritchard's season and the growth he's made over the last few seasons 10:40- Payton Pritchard joins Forsberg for an extended interview to share his thoughts on his growth over the last few seasons with the Celtics, his favorite nicknames, and more 21:35- Al Horford and Pritchard discuss the possibility of Pritchard winning the award Tuesday morning before the news was announced Presented by 24 Auto Group Watch the full Payton Pritchard documentary: https://youtu.be/yElGpa9drlE WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:27:25

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POSTGAME POD: Derrick White shines in C's Game 1 win vs. Magic

4/20/2025
Abby Chin and Chris Forsberg recap the Celtics’ dominant 103-86 win over the Orlando Magic. They break down Jayson Tatum’s fall on his wrist, highlight standout performances from Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, and Jrue Holiday, and weigh in on Tatum being overlooked in the MVP race WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:25:42

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Behind Enemy Lines: Which rival will push the Celtics in the Eastern Conference playoffs?

4/18/2025
With the playoffs tipping off Sunday at TD Garden, Chris Forsberg checks in with a few voices from the other side. First, he chats with Orlando Magic broadcaster Dante Marchitelli to preview the Celtics-Magic first-round matchup. Then, SNY's Ian Begley joins to break down the vibe around the Knicks and the potential for a New York-Boston matchup. Finally, Kayla Burton jumps in to talk all things postseason 1:00 - Dante Marchitelli previews Magic-Celtics first-round matchup 25:00 - Ian Begley on state of the Knicks and possible matchup with C's 34:00 - Kayla Burton and Chris discuss upcoming postseason scenarios for C's WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:51:42

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INSTANT REACTION: The Celtics will take on the Orlando Magic in first round of NBA playoffs

4/15/2025
Chris Forsberg reacts to the Orlando Magic defeating the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night to move on to play the Celtics in round 1 of the NBA Playoffs. 2:00: Chris reacts to the Magic's game vs. the Hawks, and how they match up against the Celtics 4:00: How the Magic will try to take advantage of C's throughout a series 6:35: Magic's previous feud with Eddie House is reignited? 8:00: Look ahead to all of the playoff preview content coming up on NBC Sports Boston WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:09:09

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Celtics Playoff Preview: Jaylen Brown's health, and other X-Factors as C's look to repeat

4/14/2025
Tom Giles joins Chris Forsberg to discuss the state of the Celtics and preview the team's status with the NBA postseason officially here. 1:00- How concerned are you with Jaylen Brown's injury situation entering the playoffs? 6:25- Would you rather the C's play the Hawks or the Magic in the first round? 10:50- Is the Eastern Conference really better than it was last season? 14:20- How special would it be if this team was able to repeat as NBA champions? 20:00- Who's your 'sneaky' (non-Tatum/ Brown) pick to be the MVP of this playoff run? Presented by 24 Auto Group WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:23:11

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POSTGAME POD: 'Stay ready group' comes up clutch late to secure win in Game 82 for Celtics

4/13/2025
The Celtics beat the Hornets 93-86 in the regular season finale. With the win, Boston improves to 61-21 on the season, good enough for the second seed in the Eastern Conference playoff bracket. 1:00- Chris Forsberg shares his thoughts after the win 7:30- Forsberg, Eddie House, Brian Scalabrine and Drew Carter join Tom Giles to offer instant reaction, then Abby Chin catches up with Payton Pritchard in an exclusive 1-on-1 interview 15:20- Luke Kornet drops another hilarious and self-deprecating response when asked about the origins of his ‘feud’ with Derrick White and the importance to him of winning the Tommy Award 16:10- Pritchard shares his thoughts on the possibility of winning the Sixth Man of the Year Award this season Presented by 24 Auto Group WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSceltics Facebook Instagram TikTok

Duration:00:17:22