On a potential Derrick White extension with the Boston Celtics

The Celtics would like to add some years to his current deal while they are still able to do so.

The Boston Celtics are gearing up for the NBA season with several preseason games underway, but the ball club’s front office has its eyes on another prize ahead of their 2023-24 campaign — namely, locking up point guard Derrick White long-term with a contract extension.

The Colorado native has been in the news of late for everything from his new hairstyle (or lack thereof) as well as his role as a model for other good floor generals in the league. But the Celtics would like to add some years to his current deal while they are still able to do so in order to enter into a critical season with little in the way of doubt about the future to have to think about as well.

The hosts of the CLNS Media “How Bout Them Celtics!” podcast recently took a deep dive into the potential implications of a Derrick White extension for the Celtics now and moving forward on a recent episode.

Take a look at the clip embedded above to hear their thoughts on such a prospect.

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What can we expect from Jeff Van Gundy’s role as a senior consultant with the Boston Celtics?

Van Gundy brings a wealth of experience to the storied franchise, having been the head coach of the New York Knicks and Houston Rockets and more recently has worked with Team USA.

What can we expect from Jeff Van Gundy‘s role as a senior consultant within the Boston Celtics? Van Gundy brings a wealth of experience to the storied franchise, having been the head coach of the New York Knicks and Houston Rockets and more recently has worked with Team USA and through them the Celtics’ star forwards Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum.

Van Gundy’s presence isn’t merely about assisting current Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla, however. Instead, he is expected to provide a fresh set of eyes, a different perspective, and a deep understanding of basketball, derived from years of coaching and broadcasting. He will also be doing it at the G League level with the Maine Celtics as well as the parent club in Boston.

To hear more details about the Van Gundy hire and what we ought to expect from it, take a look at the clip embedded below from the host of NBC Sports Boston’s “Celtics Talk” podcast, Chris Forsberg.

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The new-look Boston Celtics are terrifying for the rest of the NBA

The Celtics now have a ‘big four’ with Tatum, Brown, Porzingis, and Holiday, and if you add All-Defensive point guard Derrick White alongside veteran forward Al Horford, Boston arguably has the strongest core of any team in the league heading into the 2023-24 season.

The Boston Celtics have undergone substantial changes in the past few months, with key trades having been made that make them perhaps the most formidable team in the NBA’s Eastern Conference. Star big man Kristaps Porzingis brings a unique dynamic to the offense with his scoring and versatility on both ends of the court, and veteran point guard Jrue Holiday‘s defensive prowess, shooting, and playmaking abilities are a seamless fit alongside Boston’s All-NBA forwards Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.

The Celtics now have a ‘big four’ with Tatum, Brown, Porzingis, and Holiday, and if you add All-Defensive point guard Derrick White alongside veteran forward Al Horford, Boston arguably has the strongest core of any team in the league heading into the 2023-24 season.

The folks behind the “Three Cone” YouTube channel took a long look at the new-look Celtics ahead of their 2023-24 campaign.

Check it out in the clip embedded above to hear their take.

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Making the case for the 1985-86 Celtics as the greatest team all time

Were the 1985-86 Celtics the greatest team ever?

A number of NBA teams can lay claim to being the greatest of all time, but only a handful are taken seriously by most, and the 1985-86 Boston Celtics are among the teams with the strongest claims to that title.

With three future Hall-of-Famers, small forward Larry Bird, power forward Kevin McHale, and center Robert Parish, manning the frontcourt as the so-called original Big Three in their primes and a supporting cast like few title teams have managed since, it is no wonder this team is so highly regarded. It won 67 games on the way to its 16th title, demolishing everything in its path.

If you want the fine-grained detail on why this team has a case as the greatest ever, watch the video embedded below produced by Clayton Crowley in his “Making the Case” series focused on the 1986 Celtics.

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Why the Jeff Van Gundy hire is important for the Boston Celtics

What will Van Gundy do for Boston?

Long-time TV commentator and former NBA head coach Jeff Van Gundy, has officially joined the Boston Celtics as a ‘Senior Consultant’ for the 2023-24 season. Why is this important for the team, and what does it say about Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens‘ approach to the ball club’s campaign ahead?

The move has sparked discussions among basketball enthusiasts, and while it may not be the headline-grabbing hiring of a head coach or star player, it carries its own significance within the team’s framework. Unlike an assistant coach or a core staff member, he takes on the senior consultant position.

Still, how will this manifest in his work with the Boston and Maine Celtics at the G League level?

The hosts of the CLNS Media “First to the Floor” podcast took a long look at the hire on a recent episode; check it out above!

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Cedric Maxwell on the Boston Celtics’ trades for Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis

How do these players new to Boston look from the point of view of someone who has won a title with the Celtics?

By now you have likely heard all about the Boston Celtics two new star players in Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis from analysts telling you nearly everything there is to know about the trades that brought them to the Celtics. But how do these players new to Boston look from the point of view of someone who has won a title with the Celtics?

Host of the eponymous CLNS Media “Cedric Maxwell” podcast, Cornbread (as Maxwell is called for a nickname) recently weighed in on a recent episode of his show in conversation with cohost Josue Pavon, and the pair broke down their thoughts on the moves now that the dust has settled on the blockbuster trades.

To hear what they had to say about having both Holiday and Porzingis wearing Celtics green and white this season, check out the clip embedded below.

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Will the Jrue Holiday trade put the Boston Celtics past the Milwaukee Bucks with Damian Lillard?

Success may hinge on the Celtics’ frontcourt’s health and depth over the long season.

In response to the Milwaukee Bucks deciding to trade for star point guard Damian Lillard, the Boston Celtics moved to pick up former Bucks All-Star floor general Jrue Holiday, strengthening their defensive and playmaking capabilities as a result.

This trade puts both teams in a position to be top contenders in the NBA’s Eastern Conference, and it is a clear attempt by the Celtics to build a squad capable of not only stopping the Bucks but winning it all in the 2024 NBA Finals. The Celtics can also ensure that they always have at least one All-Defensive guard on the court as a result of the trade.

The key to success may hinge on the Celtics’ frontcourt’s health and depth over the long season.

The folks behind The Score YouTube channel put together a clip analyzing the deal in the context of their battle for East supremacy this season in the video embedded above; check it out.

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Tyrese Maxey, JJ Redick on whether the Philadelphia 76ers can keep up with the Boston Celtics

Will Philly be able to hang?

The landscape of the Eastern Conference in the NBA is ever-evolving, and one team that has been piqueing curiosity is the Philadelphia 76ers given their current unresolved situation with star veteran guard James Harden. Can star big man Joel Embiid and the 76ers truly contend with formidable rivals like the Boston Celtics?

The uncertainty surrounding Harden’s future with the Sixers looms large. At the same time, Boston and the Milwaukee Bucks have made significant moves, the Cleveland Cavaliers have addressed their wing needs in free agency, and even the New York Knicks look set to be a formidable team. Will Philly be able to hang?

The host of the “Old Man and the 3” podcast and former Sixer JJ Redick weighed in on this topic ahead of an interview with current Philadelphia floor general Tyrese Maxey.

Take a look at the clip embedded above to hear how both see the Sixers compared to Boston and their East peers this season.

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Reacting to the Boston Celtics signing Jeff Van Gundy as a consultant

Van Gundy brings a wealth of basketball knowledge and experience to the storied ball club.

The Boston Celtics have hired former NBA head coach and ESPN broadcaster Jeff Van Gundy as a senior consultant for the team, expanding their support staff around head coach Joe Mazzulla. Van Gundy brings a wealth of basketball knowledge and experience to the storied ball club.

He is not joining the coaching staff, however, and instead will serve as a consultant for various aspects of the Celtics organization, potentially including advising the team’s front office and player development staff for both the Boston and Maine Celtics at the G League level. This move follows the Celtics’ recent trend of adding exceptional basketball minds to strengthen their organization for their run at a title in 2023-24.

The hosts of the CLNS Media “How Bout Them Celtics!” podcast reacted to the signing on a recent episode.

Take a look at the clip embedded above to hear what they had to say about Van Gundy advising the Celtics this season.

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Will Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla make a second-year leap?

While the team’s chemistry appears to be on the rise, the pressure to win a championship is substantial.

The Boston Celtics face an urgent need to win a title in the next couple of years due to their current roster and hefty financial commitments to players like Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porzingis. Joe Mazzulla, in his second year as head coach, is showing signs of growth and improvement after a challenging rookie season.

While the team’s chemistry appears to be on the rise, the pressure to win a championship is substantial. Still, optimism remains regarding the Celtics’ potential under Mazzulla’s leadership with another season of experience at the helm of Boston’s roster this season.

On a recent episode of the CLNS Media “Bob Ryan, Jeff Goodman, and Gary Tanguay” podcast, the eponymous hosts had plenty to say about what they expect from Mazzulla as coach this season.

Take a look at the clip embedded above to hear what they had to say.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

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YouTube: https://bit.ly/3F9DvjQ

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