The internet was abuzz with Joe Mazzulla being ranked in the middle of the pack of NBA coaches, which continues a pattern of overlooking Boston's accomplishments. Why is he being penalized for things other coaches are getting credit for? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into that before dipping into the mailbag for questions about skill versus luck in repeating, Sam Hauser regressing, team ownership, Jayson Tatum's career points prediction, and more. For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspe ..read more

A new report suggests the Celtics are being sold because Wyc Grousbeck spent too much of the family's money on Boston's championship roster. Is family drama really at the heart of the Celtics being sold? What does this mean moving forward? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal discusses this New York Post report and why this season really could be the last with this core.  For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. E ..read more

The Celtics are the clear favorites to repeat next year and there isn't much reason to expect them to take any steps back, but is there a chance any of them will regress next year? If anyone does, who are the prime candidates? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss guys like Jayson Tatum, Al Horford, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White to look at what the odds are that a Celtic slides a little from last season.  For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to l ..read more

We open up the mailbag (JohnKaralis.com/mailbag) to look at whether the Celtics should have any fear of Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic. Also, which Celtics might have a chance to really surprise us this season? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into that, former Celtics at ring night, Joe Mazzulla vs. Kyrie Irving, a weird quirk with Tommy Heinsohn's number, and the loudest (and saddest) moments at TD Garden.  For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now ..read more

In part 2 of our conversation with Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla, we get into lessons learned from the New England Patriots, killer whales, and other funky places. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal also brings up a special moment with Mazzulla and Tatum as they were about win a championship and what he meant when he told Tatum "I told you." Plus, the one quote that has already gone viral.  For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On ..read more

Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla joins the podcast for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview discussing heading home to Rhode Island with the trophy, his marriage and how he draws strength from that relationship, and how he was fueled by the intensity of the championship parade. He and John Karallis of Boston Sports Journal also get into the concept of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown getting revenge, and finding inspiration in places like Fenway Park and Broadway.  This is Part 1. Part 2 drops Thursday, September 5.  For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where the season ne ..read more

Recent chatter suggests there's a chance the Celtics cut Lonnie Walker in training camp, which is always possible with the deal he's on but it begs the question ... why sign him at all if you're just going to send him to the G League? Is Lonnie Walker really a G Leaguer now? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal says not only should Walker not go to Maine, sending him there would be bad for the G League team and get in the way of the guys who need developing. So where does he fit on the Celtics? There is a role for him available, even if he might have to fight Jaden Springer for it.  For ..read more

It's time for another mailbag and in this one we get into whether the Celtics actually won the offseason and the potential return of fan favorites. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into those topics, a look ahead to a couple of seasons from now when Boston might have to make some tough choices (and what those might be), and then a look at Team USA and why there aren't any NBA players on the 3-on-3 team. Also... did Bill Russell get left off an impressive list of Olympic and NBA winners? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Mo ..read more

We open up the mailbag (JohnKaralis.com/Mailbag) to answer questions about Lonnie Walker and his potential for starting out in the G League before moving on to a bunch of Kristaps Porzingis-themed questions. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into the plan for Luke Kornet in Porzingis' absence, whether Porzingis will come off the bench when he returns, and what the plan is for Porzingis after this championship window is over. Also, questions about Sam Cassell's role/job search, 4-point shots, and more.  For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where the season ne ..read more

The New York Knicks acquired Mikal Bridges over the summer and they're getting Julius Randle back. BUT they lost Isaiah Hartenstein, and that could be a costly departure if they're truly going to challenge the Boston Celtics. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal  is joined by Gavin Schall of Locked On Knicks for a crossover episode to discuss Boston's status in the NBA, the Knicks ability to match up with the C's, and more.  For your next listen, check out the Locked On NBA podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to list ..read more