Slammed: A Boston Basketball Podcast

Dec 12 2024 129 ep. 23 mins 6

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Meghan Ottolini, Esteban Bustillos, and Justin Turpin have you SLAMMED with Boston Celtics coverage. They break down the latest news, notes, and storylines, as well as post-game analysis for the C’s.

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Did the Grizzlies find a crack in the Celtics' armour?

Dec 12 2024 10 mins

The Memphis Grizzlies took a chance on Saturday night, and it worked. Memphis allowed Jrue Holiday to shoot open threes, a career-high 17 attempts to be exact, and he made just four (23.5%). Will more teams adopt this strategy, and if they do, will it be as effective? Justin Turpin joined WEEI's "Jones and Keefe" to discuss. Plus, thoughts on the NBA Cup, Jrue Holiday's slow start

What is the Celtics' biggest obstacle in their quest to repeat?

Dec 11 2024 20 mins

It's a Celtics Wednesday on WEEI as Meghan Ottolini joins "The Greg Hill Show" to talk all things Celtics. Topics include why fans can't take this time in Celtics' history for granted, whether the Boston/New England area is still a major destination for big-name free agents or potential trades, and the biggest obstacle in the Celtics' quest to repeat. To learn more about listener

How the 2024-25 Celtics stack up against 2023-24 & Is Milwaukee emerging as a real Conference contender?

Dec 10 2024 24 mins

Amid a mini break for the Celtics, Meghan Ottolini, Esteban Bustillos, and Justin Turpin are back in studio for another edition of "Slammed." The gang looks back at the weekend that was for the Celtics with a win over the Milwaukee Bucks and a loss to the Memphis Grizzlies in Marcus Smart's return. Plus, how can the NBA improve the NBA Cup? Is Milwaukee emerging as a real Eastern C

Jaylen Brown makes most of opportunity, Kristaps Porzingis shows full value in Celtics' win over Pistons

Dec 04 2024 12 mins

Meghan Ottolini and Justin Turpin are LIVE from TD Garden following the Celtics' 130-120 win over the Pistons. They break down how Jaylen Brown made the most of an extended opportunity, how Kristaps Porzingis showed just how valuable he is, and a potential issue to monitor with these Celtics moving forward. Plus, a look ahead to this weekend's games. To learn more about listener

Is the NBA Cup a good product for the league?

Dec 04 2024 12 mins

Is the NBA Cup a good product for the league? Justin Turpin joins Adam Jones and Rich Keefe to discuss why it doesn’t hold much weight for the Boston Celtics. Plus, they break down Payton Pritchard’s continued improvement and what it means for the team moving forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy

Does the NBA have a Payton Pritchard problem?

Dec 04 2024 17 mins

Meghan Ottolini joins WEEI's "The Greg Hill Show" to discuss all the latest news and nuggets with the Celtics. With Tatum earning ECF Player of the Month, is he on track for his first MVP? What does he need to do? Does the NBA have a Pritchard problem, and could he be a surprise contender for Sixth Man of the Year? How crucial is Payton Pritchard to the Celtics' success? Plus, the

How the Celtics are showcasing one of their greatest strengths & Is the Celtics-Heat rivalry dead?

Dec 03 2024 29 mins

Meghan Ottolini, Esteban Bustillos, and Justin Turpin are back in the studio for another edition of Slammed! The gang takes one last look at Sunday's loss to Cleveland — should the Celtics be concerned about a potential Cavs matchup in the playoffs? Then, they highlight how the Celtics are showcasing one of their biggest strengths and give some love to Payton Pritchard as he cont

Do the Celtics need Kristaps Porzingis to win back-to-back titles?

Nov 29 2024 9 mins

Do the Boston Celtics need Kristaps Porzingis to win back-to-back NBA Finals? WEEI.com's Justin Turpin joined Adam Jones and Rich Keefe to discuss. Plus, what should we expect from Porzingis moving forward, and is the Celtics' style of play good for the game of basketball? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy

Checking in on Kristaps Porzingis & ranking the 10 greatest Football movies

Nov 27 2024 15 mins

Meghan Ottolini joins WEEI's 'The Greg Hill Show' to break down the boost Kristaps Porzingis gives the Celtics and what to expect from him moving forward. Plus, the show ranks the 10 greatest football movies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices

Jaylen Brown is starting to heat up – Do the Celtics have ANY Eastern Conference threats?

Nov 26 2024 15 mins

Justin Turpin joined WEEI’s ‘KJ & Lyons’ to break down how Kristaps Porzingis’ return has elevated the Celtics, what to expect from his workload ahead, and Jaylen Brown heating up. They also dive into the NBA Cup as we approach the Knockout Rounds. Plus, do the Celtics have any real threats in the East? Turp isn’t giving up on one team... To learn more about listener da