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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • The Celtics shocked everyone on Wednesday night when they got Lonnie Walker IV to agree to an Exhibit 10 contract ... essentially a training camp deal. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal reacts to the surprising signing and how it's a no-risk, high-reward deal that could lead to Walker cracking the top seven or eight of Boston's rotation.

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  • We're opening up the mailbag (JohnKaralis.com/mailbag) for a look at which Celtics can play deep into their 30's (aside from Al Horford, who is already doing it) and lessons learned from sticking with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into that and also answers questions about the Dallas Mavericks being overrated, Isaiah Thomas' time as a Celtic, moving the Maine Celtics to Massachusetts, superstitions, and more.

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  • Jayson Tatum is on top of the world, but he still faces disrespect. From the Team USA situation at the Olympics to being chosen in the second tier of superstars on an ESPN podcast, Tatum still isn't seen in the top tier of NBA stars. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss why Tatum faces disrespect and how four people's opinions have had a big impact on his legacy this summer.

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  • There have been rumors about Jeff Bezos being interested in buying the Celtics, but is it really the right fit? The Celtics are a legacy franchise and a crown jewel for just about any team owner, but is one of the world's richest men ready to be more of a caretaker than an owner? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss why the Celtics need a certain kind of person to run the show, and Bezos (or someone like him) doesn't seem to be it.

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  • Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown both have reason to be upset with USA Basketball, but should they turn whatever anger they feel into a full-blown revenge tour on Steve Kerr and the NBA as a whole? Can they do that without harming what they have on the Celtics? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm talk about how everyone loves a good revenge story but the reality might actually be detrimental to Boston's chances for another title.

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  • We open up the mailbag again (JohnKaralis.com/mailbag) to answer questions about Steve Kerr helping Jayson Tatum by benching him on purpose, NBA player salaries, and turning the NBA Cup into a 3-on-3 tournament. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into that, retired players competing in Olympic 3x3, a legend duckboat for future championship parades, and Joe Mazzulla as Celtics player/coach.

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  • The Celtics schedule came out on Thursday and it seems to be set up pretty nicely for the Celtics to get through the non-Porzingis portion well. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss why November and December are set up nicely (minus one horrible week) and why this season is less about winning as many games as possible to get to the top seed and more about just getting to the playoffs healthy.

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  • The NBA Cup schedule has been released, along with Boston's opening night opponent, so we take a quick peek at that before a Jayson Tatum-heavy mailbag. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal answers questions about a potential negative impact on Tatum's game and a possible redemption for him and Jaylen Brown. Also in the mailbag: Derrick White's contract and the framing of the discussion around that and potential changes for the MVP award.

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  • Jayson Tatum is now a two-time Olympic gold medalist, but he says the Olympic experience was challenging because of the DNPs. Now he says he's unsure about returning in 2028. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss the Olympic impact on Tatum, how he might use this as motivation, why he seems more sad than mad, and why this is all great for Joe Mazzulla (who was right, by the way) and the Boston Celtics.

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  • Jayson Tatum was once again benched against Serbia, racking up his second DNP-CD of the Olympics. And according to the Boston Globe, Tatum did not look happy about it. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal discusses the benching and why it's impossible to believe that Tatum couldn't help in any way against Serbia. Also, how Steve Kerr was bailed out by Steph Curry, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Joel Embiid. And, the Christmas day schedule was leaked.

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  • Team USA had an easy time with Brazil while getting nice performances from Derrick White and Jrue Holiday and an okay one from Jayson Tatum. Should we be concerned with how Tatum is shooting? John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss that before getting into Brian Windhorst's comments that the Celtics could win a gold medal if they were part of the Olympic tournament.

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  • It's a Mailbag Monday (JohnKaralis.com/Mailbag) and today's questions feature the Olympic officials and why NBA players aren't complaining, enjoying the Celtics championship moment, team continuity, and the most overrated move of the summer. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal gets into that and then puts together a pair of all-time Celtics teams, including a full 12-man roster of guys who have only been here one season.

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  • Jaylen Brown promised to give back to the Boston community after signing his big contract, and he's living up to his promise by creating a program to help minorities in Boston build businesses. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal discusses Jaylen's initiative and why it's so important to have players give back like that. Also, Gordon Hayward's retirement and how his injury prevented Boston from winning Banner 18 until now. And why the discourse around Jayson Tatum stinks, but it's really a compliment.

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  • Jayson Tatum started, played 17 minutes, and was fine against South Sudan, essentially ending whatever controversy there was surrounding him. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm say Tatum should still pull motivation out of this, but he was never going to be disruptive and his quote after the game proved it. Also, Derrick White is making everyone very well aware of how valuable he is, while Jrue Holiday continues to do Jrue Holiday things and make people drool over Boston's starting backcourt.

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  • As the Team USA situation continues to be a big topic after Jayson Tatum's benching vs. Serbia and Jaylen Brown's snub, the next question is whether Tatum and Brown are using this to draw motivation for the upcoming Boston Celtics season. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm discuss that, Charles Barkley calling Tatum's benching disrespectful, and how Steve Kerr and Grant Hill unwittingly poured gas on the fire.

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