659: Should Celtics Keep Simons Long-Term? w/ Justin Turpin

659: Should Celtics Keep Simons Long-Term? w/ Justin Turpin

Author: CLNS Media Sports Network January 18, 2026 Duration: 1:14:30
Justin Turpin covers the Boston Celtics for WEEI. Justin joins the program to crown the King of Boston, explain Jaylen's slump, and why Boston can get a better hold on the two-seed soon. X: @JustinmTurpin 3:30 Are the Jays still the Kings of Boston? 27:20 Jaylen slump just a blip on the radar 45:41 Does Anfernee Simons need to stick around? 58:43 C’s can distance themselves from Knicks in next few games Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Friday, December 12th 2025. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use code PATRIOTS at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! In as little as 10 minutes you can get your free quote and up to 3 million dollars in coverage at ethos.com/ALL32! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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684: Celtics in PRIME Position to Land Next Star? w/ Dan Devine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:29
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683: Boston's Big Bet Against Jaylen Brown w/ John Zannis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:33
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682: Are We SURE Jaylen Brown Cannot Return to Boston? w/ Sean Grande [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:08
Sean Grande is the radio play-by-play voice for the Boston Celtics and the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean joins the program to discuss the aftermath of Giannis's move to Miami, whether the Celtics can repair the Jayl…
680: Are the Celtics Back IN on Giannis w/ Dan Greenberg [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:50
Greenie covers the Boston Celtics and the NBA for Barstool Sports. Dan joins the program to discuss the C's speculative interest in trading for Giannis, the real tools to significantly improve the team, and how impressiv…
678: Most Jaylen Trades Don't Make Celtics Better w/ Cedric Maxwell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:20
Cedric Maxwell is the color analyst for the Boston Celtics Radio Network and the MVP of the 1981 NBA Finals. Max joins the show to discuss Jaylen's most recent comments, why Boston is better off retaining him, and what h…
677: Should Celtics Build a Team to Beat the Spurs? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:41
Adam and Evan are solo this week. On this week's program the boys discuss the current state of the NBA playoffs, using the final four teams as a guide to build for the future. Does a Giannis trade mean Boston can compete…
676: Celtics Should Add THIS Big Man in Free Agency w/ Keith Smith [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:29
Keith Smith covers the NBA and the salary cap for Spotrac. Keith joins the show to discuss the Boston Celtics offseason plans, why he isn't as concerned about a Jaylen Brown extension, and the one big move you aren't thi…
675: Celtics Lacked Athleticism in Sixers Series w/ Gary Washburn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:13
Gary Washburn covers the NBA and the Boston Celtics for The Boston Globe. Gary joins the program to discuss the flameout against Philadelphia, what Boston should do with Jaylen Brown, and why Joe Mazzulla might need some…