Slammed: A Boston Basketball Podcast

Jan 22 2025 145 ep. 22 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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Is there something up with Jaylen Brown?

Jan 22 2025 40 mins

It's a Celtics Wednesday on WEEI! Meghan Ottolini joins "The Greg Hill Show" and Justin Turpin joins "Jones and Keefe" to discuss all the latest with the Celtics. Topics include Jaylen Brown and his potential frustration/unhappiness, the sub-pattern dilemma, why there’s no need for concern with the Celtics, but they need to be careful, and more! To learn more about listener dat

The Celtics' sale process is heating up & should we be concerned about individual performances?

Jan 21 2025 24 mins

At least four, possibly five, bids from prospective new owners are expected when the first round of the Boston Celtics' sale process closes on Jan. 23, with the final sale price likely exceeding $6 billion. Why does Fenway Sports Group keep surfacing, and why hasn't there been more clarity on the bidders? Meghan Ottolini, Esteban Bustillos, and Justin Turpin break down the latest o

Do the Celtics need to shoot MORE threes?

Jan 16 2025 19 mins

The Celtics have been in a slump for over a month now. What's gone wrong, and is complacency starting to become an issue? Justin Turpin joined Adam Jones and Rich Keefe to break it down. Plus, is there any reason for concern looking ahead to the playoffs? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abou

Is complacency settling in for the Celtics?

Jan 15 2025 17 mins

Can we figure out this Boston Celtics team? Is it an effort issue, or are they in “Training Camp” mode? Meghan Ottolini joins the Greg Hill Show to break it all down. Plus, Brandon Jennings called Jayson Tatum the ‘softest’ superstar in Celtics history—what’s with all the Tatum hate? Meghan addresses the comment. Are the Celtics just bored, or have the Cavs surpassed th

What are the biggest issues with the Celtics over this "wacky" stretch?

Jan 14 2025 26 mins

The Celtics' extended slump continues. A weekend matchup with the Kings and Pelicans seemed like the perfect bounce-back opportunity, but the underwhelming play continued. What are the biggest issues plaguing the Celtics over the past month? Meghan Ottolini, Justin Turpin, and Esteban Bustillos break it all down. Plus, Gilbert Arenas and his podcast crew are stirring things up agai

Al Horford on the value of 3-1 roadtrip, "team meeting"

Jan 10 2025 8 mins

"The Celtics returned to the Auerbach Center for a quick shootaround ahead of Friday night's matchup with the Sacramento Kings. Meghan Ottolini provides an on-the-ground update following the session, where Al Horford talked about the importance of finishing their four-game road trip 3-1 and addressed the supposed "team meeting." To learn more about listener data and our privacy p

What to make of the Celtics' 3-1 road trip

Jan 08 2025 39 mins

It's a Celtics Wednesday on WEEI! Meghan Ottolini joins "The Greg Hill Show," and Justin Turpin joins "Jones and Keefe" to break down the Celtics' 3-1 road trip. Was it a success, and are the Celtics finding their mojo after a rocky December? Plus, how crucial is Kristaps Porzingis to Boston’s success, and is the team feeling the impact of a lack of continuity in the rotation thi

Do the Celtics have a problem against physical teams?

Jan 07 2025 27 mins

The 2024-25 Boston Celtics don’t have many question marks, but two key topics have come up: their reliance on the three-point shot and how they handle physical teams. Meghan Ottolini, Esteban Bustillos, and Justin Turpin break it all down. Do the Celtics struggle against tougher, more physical opponents? And what do their three-point percentages really reveal about the team? Plus

Assessing the Celtics after a pedestrian December as a tough January looms

Jan 02 2025 22 mins

The Celtics finished December 8-6, their most losses in a month since March 2023. Should fans be concerned about this underwhelming stretch? Meghan Ottolini, Esteban Bustillos, and Justin Turpin break it down. Plus, a look at the tough schedule ahead and reaction to the first round of All-Star fan voting. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://

Is there reason for concern amid a December skid for the Celtics?

Dec 27 2024 22 mins

With their 118-114 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on a not-so-Merry Christmas at TD Garden, the Celtics dropped consecutive games for the first time this season. They've also gone 3-4 in their last seven, 1-4 in their last five, and 1-3 in their previous four. Is there reason for long-term concern with this team? Justin Turpin joined WEEI's 'KJ and Lyons' to break it down. Plus, a