Locked On Celtics - Daily Podcast On The Boston Celtics

Who are the BEST and WORST teams in the NBA heading into the 2026-27 season? With opening night just around the corner, Locked On NBA Daily reveals its official 30-team NBA Power Rankings, organized into S-through-F tiers!
Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize unveil rankings voted on by hosts from all 30 Locked On NBA team podcasts, debating the biggest surprises, overrated contenders and underrated playoff hopefuls.

The Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs and defending champion New York Knicks headline the exclusive S Tier. But do Victor Wembanyama's Spurs belong alongside the NBA's elite?

Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets and Boston Celtics are among the teams trying to break into that top group.

And why are Giannis Antetokounmpo's Miami Heat only in the B Tier? Are the Golden State Warriors really a C-tier team? Have the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings hit rock bottom?

Plus, reactions from Locked On team hosts and predictions for which teams will rise or fall.

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Payton Pritchard's breakout potential sparks heated debate: should the Boston Celtics make him their sixth man or unleash him as a starter alongside Jayson Tatum? The conversation focuses on Pritchard’s offensive firepower, his elite fit next to Tatum, and what maximizing his role means for Boston’s rotation following the Jaylen Brown trade.
John Karalis of Celtics On SI is joined by Trey Adell to break down the ripple effects of Boston’s revamped lineup, examine the chemistry between Payton Pritchard and Neemias Queta, the merits of starting Mitchell Robinson, and the team's shift toward a defensive identity. Key topics include Derrick White’s leadership, Boston’s strategic use of transition offense, and whether the Celtics’ new formula is the championship blueprint. Do the roster moves position Boston as a top contender, or is there more tinkering ahead to truly maximize Jayson Tatum?
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Boston Celtics G-Leaguers stun the Philadelphia 76ers as John Karalis of Celtics On SI recaps a perfect preseason finish—out-hustling the Sixers’ regulars and raising big questions about Boston’s depth. Can surprising performances from Hugo Gonzalez, Chris Cenac Jr., Baylor Scheierman, and Luka Garza translate to meaningful NBA minutes?
The conversation focused on standout efforts from the “red team,” explosive offensive rebounding, and how Sam Cassell’s coaching twist rewarded camp warriors. Key themes included the Sixers’ disinterest, Jaylen Brown’s quiet night, and insights into the Celtics’ roster decisions ahead of the season opener. Will the promising flashes from Boston’s young core solidify the team’s championship aspirations? Don’t miss this fast-paced analysis as the Celtics gear up for the regular season.
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Boston Celtics fine-tune rotations as Jayson Tatum and Mitchell Robinson showcase promising chemistry—does this duo hold the key to unlocking Boston’s offense this season? Payton Pritchard’s evolving role and the team’s defensive surge, highlighted by back-to-back 16-steal games, raise major questions about how Joe Mazzulla’s revamped system is redefining the Celtics’ identity.
John Karalis of Celtics On SI and Tom Westerholm recap standout moments from Boston’s preseason victory over the Charlotte Hornets, examine Joe Mazzulla’s candid response to whether the Celtics are truly better without Jaylen Brown, and dissect GM survey results with a critical lens—including Jayson Tatum’s MVP chances and Derrick White’s recognition as a premier perimeter defender. Deep dives into rotational changes, lineup combinations, and Boston’s place in the Eastern Conference set the stage for a pivotal season. Will the Celtics’ new-look defense and dynamic bench rotation be enough to contend for a championship?
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Boston Celtics surge past the Charlotte Hornets as Neemias Queta delivers his most dynamic performance yet, sparking new excitement about Boston’s bench dominance. Can the revamped double big lineups and a re-energized Queta make the Celtics’ second unit one of the NBA’s best this season? Jayson Tatum’s smooth return, Payton Pritchard’s pinpoint passing, and Derrick White’s efficient scoring further fuel hope for banner aspirations in Boston.
John Karalis of Celtics On SI breaks down the Celtics’ 114-93 victory, spotlighting strategic experiments by Joe Mazzulla, evolving chemistry between Mitchell Robinson and Tatum, and the defensive intensity that forced 30 Hornets turnovers. Key topics include the impact of roster depth, the ongoing debate about starting lineups, and how Boston’s new rotations could shape their path to the top of the Eastern Conference. Will these early preseason signals translate when the regular season tips off?
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