Tag: Cedric Maxwell

Celtics champ, broadcaster Cedric Maxwell counters Dr. J’s all-time great list with his own

With the 2023 NBA offseason here in full swing, a fair amount of attention tends to turn toward the history of the league.

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With the 2023 NBA offseason here in full swing, a fair amount of attention tends to turn toward the history of the league in the absence of new deeds to analyze on the court or in roster construction. And in the wake of Philadelphia 76ers legend Julius “Dr. J” Erving putting out an all-time list of NBA greats, others have started to do the same.

Among them are former Boston Celtics championship forward and current broadcaster Cedric Maxwell broke down his list compared to Dr. J’s on his eponymous CLNS Media podcast with cohost Josue Pavon. The names on Erving’s list are Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Oscar Robertson, Jerry West and Elgin Baylor along with more modern era players Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Karl Malone.

To hear who Maxwell put on his all-time great list, check out the clip embedded below.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

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

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Ice Cube opens up on his least-favorite Boston Celtics player

This guy tended to irk opposing fanbases even after he retired as a player.

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For fans of the Boston Celtics, some of our most beloved players in the history of the storied franchise also happen to be the most-hated players by fans of other clubs.

For renowned Los Angeles Lakers fan Ice Cube, the founder of the Big3 three-on-three basketball league, one player, in particular, got his goat during that Celtic’s days as a player.

“Danny Ainge,” shared the renowned hip-hop pioneer in a recent interview with Boston.com’s Khari Thompson. He just looked like a little brat. But he could shoot and he hustled.”

“I ended up meeting him and he’s a cool dude, but man in those series in the ’80s, he would get under my skin,” suggested Ice Cube. “Him and Cedric Maxwell.”

Maxwell, now a broadcaster for the team he won two titles with in the 1980s, also had that effect on opposing fans. But few former Boston players irritated the folks in the stands cheering for the other squad more than Ainge.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

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Cedric Maxwell: It was really tough on Marcus Smart when the Boston Celtics traded him

“Marcus took it really tough,” he said.”He thought he was going to be the last one on the ship.”

Champion Boston Celtics forward (and broadcaster) Cedric Maxwell knows firsthand how it feels to be dealt away from the Celtics in the midst of a wide-open contention window, so his perspective is especially valuable for understanding the human dynamics of such a deal.

On a recent episode of his CLNS Media “Cedric Maxwell” podcast, Max and co-host Josue Pavon dived into the game-changing trade that sent Marcus Smart to the Memphis Grizzlies, making room for Kristaps Porzingis to be dealt to Boston from the Washington Wizards in a three-team deal.

“Marcus took it really tough,” he said.”He thought he was going to be the last one on the ship.”

Cornbread provided his immediate reaction to this high-stakes deal, the significance of Smart’s departure and the fresh dynamics Porzingis is poised to inject into Boston’s lineup.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

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

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On this day: Maxwell, McHale drafts; Clyde, Shannon born; Brightman passes; G3 2008 Finals

On this day, Boston drafted Cedric Maxwell and Kevin McHale, Earl Shannon and Ben Clyde were born, Al Brightman passed, and Game 3 of the 2008 NBA Finals was lost.

On this day in Boston Celtics history, the team drafted small forward Cedric Maxwell out of UNC Charlotte with the 12th overall pick of the 1977 NBA draft, their sole selection of note.

Maxwell would play eight seasons for the Celtics, averaging 13.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, and would win two championships with Boston in that stretch (in 1981 and 1984), winning Finals MVP in 1984. After losing his starting role to forward Kevin McHale after an injury, the North Carolina native would be traded to the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for legendary sixth man center Bill Walton.

Maxwell maintains a close relationship with the Celtics and their fans to this day, hosting an eponymous podcast and making frequent appearances on local sports media.

Celtics champ, broadcaster Cedric Maxwell wants Boston to keep their core together

Maxwell wants to see the team keep the core together for another deep run at an NBA title.

Not much went right for the Boston Celtics in their Game 7 matchup with the Miami Heat in the 2023 Eastern Conference semifinals.

Star swingman Jayson Tatum twisted his ankle on the very first possession of the contest. Big man Robert Williams III was dealing with a stomach bug throughout the contest, running to the locker room periodically to throw up. 2023 Sixth Man of the Year Malcolm Brogdon and reserve forward Grant Williams were playing through injuries. And star forward Jaylen Brown was having one of the worse postseason series and games of his career.

Despite all of this, the eponymous host of the “Cedric Maxwell” podcast on CLNS Media wants to see the team keep the core together for another deep run at an NBA title.

To hear what he and co-host Josue Pavon have to say about what they want to see change about this club for the 2023-24 season (and what went sideways last season), take a look at the clip embedded below.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

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

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Isiah Thomas on Boston Celtics greats Red Auerbach and Bill Russell

The Pistons legend shared a story about a message he got from legendary Boston big man Bill Russell and a tale about iconic Celtics executive Red Auerbach.

Detroit Pistons Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas was one of the Boston Celtics of the 1980s’ biggest rival point guards, but Thomas developed a real respect for the Celtics during his heyday on the court, and it lasted long after he left it.

In an interview with CLNS Media’s Cedric Maxwell, the Pistons legend shared a story about a message he received from legendary Boston big man Bill Russell and a tale about iconic Celtics executive Red Auerbach, discussing his admiration for the Celtics. Thomas also talks about Boston’s reputation for starting African-American players, their influence as both rivals and teachers and Auerbach’s groundbreaking decision to make Bill Russell the first black head coach.

Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear the interview in full courtesy of the “NBA History and Storytellers on CLNS” official YouTube channel.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

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

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From scoring champ to NBA champ: Tiny Archibald’s story with the Boston Celtics

In this exclusive interview, Tiny opens up about his heart transplant, and how he joined the Celtics and the Boston-Philadelphia rivalry in the 80s

When he was in his heyday, Boston Celtics champion point guard Nate “Tiny” Archibald was among the best scorers in the game.

Join NBA legends Cedric Maxwell and Archibald as they reminisce about their time as teammates on the 1981 NBA champion Celtics, share stories from their careers and discuss the evolution of basketball.

In this exclusive interview, Tiny opens up about his heart transplant, and how he joined the Celtics and the Boston-Philadelphia rivalry in the 80s. Listen to hilarious stories featuring Larry Bird, Maurice Cheeks, Red Auerbach, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and more.

From overcoming a torn Achilles to breaking color barriers in college, Tiny’s journey is a testament to resilience and dedication.

Check out the clip embedded above to hear the interview for yourself in full.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

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

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Cedric Maxwell on whether Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is the right man for the job

Can the right supporting cast make sticking with Mazzulla the best move?

The Boston Celtics’ subpar performance in the 2023 Eastern Conference finals against the Miami Heat and the NBA’s new collective bargaining agreement are both entangled in the franchise’s future. The Celtics are looking at quite a narrow window to earn a banner in their 2023-24 campaign.

The team’s shortcomings, including injuries at the worst possible moments and an overall lack of consistency in critical moments have convinced some that drastic changes are needed. Others believe the current core should be maintained given Boston was a solid scoring run away from a return to the NBA Finals.

The importance of closing out games and the pressure on the Celtics to win another championship can’t be overemphasized. The importance of a contract extension for Jaylen Brown can’t be either.

Key among all of this, however, is whether head coach Joe Mazzulla is the right man for the job.

On a recent episode of the CLNS Media “Cedric Maxwell” podcast, the eponymous host and cohost Josue Pavon dived deep into their thoughts on whether Boston should stick with Mazzulla.

Check out the clip embedded above to hear what they had to say.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

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

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Which Boston Celtics players were hated the most by the Los Angeles Lakers in their rivalry in the 1980s?

Laker legend Michael Cooper revealed the two Celtics players he hated the most during his playing days.

Which Boston Celtics players were hated the most by the Los Angeles Lakers in their rivalry in the 1980s?

In a recent episode of the CLNS Media “Showtime” podcast featuring Michael Cooper, the former Lakers player shared his thoughts on the Celtics rivalry and revealed the two Celtics players he hated the most during his playing days.

Cooper described his intense dislike for Cedric Maxwell, mentioning how he wanted to slap him for always waving a towel during games. He also described his fervent dislike for Danny Ainge and recalled a specific play where he was instructed to hit Ainge with his elbow.

Cooper shared that his enmity toward Ainge persisted until their later encounters as a coach and general manager.

To hear all the gory details yourself, be sure to check out the video embedded above.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

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

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How was the league the Boston Celtics played in during the 1980s different from the NBA of today?

NBA legends Cedric Maxwell and Nate “Tiny” Archibald recently sat down to talk it over as they reminisced about their time as teammates on the 1981 NBA champion Celtics

How was the league the Boston Celtics played in during the 1980s different from the Association of today?

NBA legends Cedric Maxwell and Nate “Tiny” Archibald recently sat down to talk it over as they reminisced about their time as teammates on the 1981 NBA champion Celtics.

In this exclusive interview, Tiny opens up about his heart transplant, how he joined the Celtics and the fierce Boston-Philadelphia rivalry in the 1980s, sharing hilarious stories featuring Larry Bird, Maurice Cheeks, Red Auerbach, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and more!

From overcoming a torn Achilles to breaking color barriers in college, Tiny’s journey is a testament to resilience and dedication.

Check out the clip embedded above to hear the interview for yourself.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

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

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