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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

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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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Ten facts about Boston Celtics champion Cedric Maxwell you didn’t know

What do you know about Cornbread, anyway?

Fans of the Boston Celtics might think they know broadcaster Cedric Maxwell, but many of today’s Celtics fans were not even alive when Maxwell was winning rings with Boston as a player. As for the man behind the job title, even fewer know the details of the North Carolina native’s past and present.

Maxwell, nicknamed “Cornbread,” has left a lasting impact on the NBA, particularly during his time with the Celtics. From his college career at UNC Charlotte to his NBA journey, this video reveals 10 intriguing facts about this NBA Finals MVP.

Learn about his historic NBA Finals performance, his field goal percentage, and why he’s one of the few Finals MVPs not in the Hall of Fame from the folks at the CLNS Media “History and Legends” YouTube channel 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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Donnie Wahlberg on Cedric Maxwell’s 1981 NBA Finals MVP with the Boston Celtics

If you are among fans of the Boston Celtics who only remember Celtics broadcaster Cedric Maxwell for his work alongside Sean Grande calling games on the radio waves, you are far from alone.

If you are among fans of the Boston Celtics who only remember Celtics broadcaster Cedric Maxwell for his work alongside Sean Grande calling games on the radio waves, you are far from alone. But Boston superfan Donnie Wahlberg, Maxwell winning Finals Most Valuable Player is the memory that stands out about the North Carolina native the most.

In a recent episode of the CLNS Media “Cedric Maxwell” podcast, Wahlberg praised Maxwell for his outstanding performance during the 1981 NBA Finals. The actor also expressed his admiration for Cornbread (as Maxwell is called for a nickname), highlighting his ability to carry his team to victory.

To hear more of their conversation about Maxwell’s glory days, take a look at the clip we have embedded below as Maxwell, Wahlberg, and co-host Josue Pavon wax nostalgic about those special times.

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 NBA conference was the better of the two in the 1980s – East, or West?

There is no better person to ask than someone who was actually on those teams playing the games, and NBA legends Bob McAdoo, Michael Cooper, and Cedric Maxwell did just that.

Which NBA conference was the better of the two in the 1980s? The league’s Eastern Conference had the Boston Celtics of course, as well as the Bad Boy Detroit Pistons, and at different parts of the decade, dangerous New York Knicks and Chicago Bulls teams.

The Western Conference had the Los Angeles Lakers, the Houston Rockets, Utah Jazz, and Seattle SuperSonics (today’s Oklahoma City Thunder for you younger fans) as a few examples, with the Lakers and the Celtics dominating the postseason runs of the early to mid-1980s in particular. There is no better person to ask than someone who was actually on those teams playing the games, and NBA legends Bob McAdoo, Michael Cooper, and Cedric Maxwell got together to talk it over for the CLNS Media “History and Legends” YouTube channel in a recent clip.

Take a look at the video embedded below to hear their perspective on whether it was the East or the West reigning supreme in the eighties.

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 his trade from the Boston Celtics to the Los Angeles Clippers

Maxwell’s career in the NBA took an unexpected turn when he was traded from the Celtics to L.A.

Dive into the incredible story of Cedric Maxwell, who went from being a key player for the Boston Celtics in the 1980s to a beloved radio broadcaster in the city of Boston after his retirement. In this video, we will explore how Maxwell’s career in the NBA took an unexpected turn when he was traded from the Celtics to a West Coast team, only to return to the city that adored him as a commentator later in life.

Join us as we relive some of the Kinston native’s greatest moments on the basketball court, the impact of his trade to the Los Angeles Clippers in 1985, and the legacy Cornbread has built since retiring from the game as a player as a broadcaster in Boston.

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more amazing stories of the Celtics and their stars.

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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Legendary Boston Celtics big man Kevin McHale on the evolution of the game

The Minnesota alum reminisces about the physicality and bruising battles of ’80s basketball and highlights how the game has been transformed by advanced analytics, 3-point shooting, and versatile lineups.

Join Boston Celtics legend Kevin McHale as he shares his captivating insights on the evolution of basketball with former teammate Cedric Maxwell on his eponymous CLNS Media podcast. McHale discusses the key differences between the 1980’s NBA and today’s game. He dives deep into playing styles, tactics, athleticism and how the changes in the game have influenced both eras.

The onetime Minnesota standout reminisces about the physicality and bruising battles of ’80s basketball when hard-nosed defense and dominating the paint were the norm. He talks about the legendary players of the time, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and Michael Jordan, who shaped the league for years to come.

As the conversation shifts to the modern NBA, McHale highlights how the game has been transformed by advanced analytics, 3-point shooting and versatile lineups.

McHale also compares the superstars of today, such as LeBron James, Steph Curry and Giannis Antetokounmpo, to the legends of the past. Be sure to check out the clip embedded above to hear it all.

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 and Sean Grande’s broadcast success was built on good chemistry

The duo have honed their broadcasting chemistry for more than two decades now, gracing the airwaves with their insightful observations and rapier wits.

When you have called more than 2,000 basketball games together, you should probably be pretty good at your job. And that is an understatement when referring to the radio (and sometimes TV) voices of the Boston Celtics, former Celtics champ Cedric Maxwell and Sean Grande.

The duo have honed their broadcasting chemistry for more than two decades, gracing the airwaves with their insightful observations and rapier wits, embedded forever in our memories of the highs and lows of following the Boston-based club (who are we kidding, it’s mostly been highs).

The pair recently sat down for an interview with Celtics team reporter Marc D’Amico as part of the team-produced “View from the Rafters” podcast.

Check it out for yourself to hear their tales of calling Celtics games over the years, and developing their craft together.

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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