The Celtics are at a fork in the road

The Celtics are at a fork in the road

Author: First to the Floor May 9, 2026 Duration: 53:34
Brad Stevens said it himself; "I'm pissed"... "we have to get better". What will the Celtics do this offseason to get back into contention for an NBA championship, and what do Jaylen Brown's ongoing livestream comments say about that? The Celtics have continued to deliver talking points long after their first-round exit. Plus, at least one burning question about a potential Giannis trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Ben Vallis, Jake Issenberg, and Wayne Spooney, First To The Floor: A Boston Celtics Podcast offers a distinct voice from outside the traditional media scrum. This is a conversation among fans who know their basketball, serving up a mix of passionate, levelheaded overreactions and genuinely coherent analysis, all while never forgetting to have a few laughs along the way. As part of the CLNS Network, the podcast naturally benefits from unique access to a roster of great guests, including familiar voices like Abby Chin, Chris Forsberg, and Drew Carter. The result is a show that feels like hanging out with the most knowledgeable fans in the room, breaking down everything from the latest nail-biting game and front-office drama to the broader narratives shaping the league. Each episode of this Boston Celtics podcast digs into the details with humor and heart, creating a space where serious talk and camaraderie share the floor. Tune in for the kind of authentic, unfiltered discussion that truly captures the highs, lows, and endless debates of following this historic franchise.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

First To The Floor: A Boston Celtics Podcast
Podcast Episodes
INSTANT REACTION | Neemi shines in disappointing loss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:49
The Celtics dropped their home opener in disappointing fashion. We discuss what stoof out with this one, and how the Celtics eventually gave up their lead to Philly. Plus, positive signs with Queta, Anfernee Simons' defe…
Opening Week Preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:05
How will the Celtics attack the Sixers on opening night? What is the most winnable and losable game during the first week of the season? 🕒Check out our last underrated plays vid: https://youtu.be/5qEzo5S5dvA 🎙️Subscribe…
What did we learn from the Celtics' preseason campaign? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:17
The good, the bad, and the (actually pretty infrequently) ugly. What we liked, disliked, and what we think will be completely new and different for the Boston Celtics heading into this NBA season. What stood out to you?…
Postgame Recap | X at the Buzzer! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:46
Is Tillman back? Quick postgame reaction to the Celtics winning their final preseason game. Join us live on YouTube at 8:00pm ET tonight for a full preseason recap. 🕒Check out our last underrated plays vid: https://youtu…
INSTANT REACTION | Celts win big at home [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:57
Did we just see the long-term starting lineup? Joe Mazzulla took a spicy approach to the subs in this one, while Payton Pritchard further cemented himself as a starting-calibre guard. Meanwhile, Josh Minott looks awesome…
INSTANT REACTION | The Celtics are back! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:57
The Boston Celtics kicked off their preseason campaign with a decisive win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Who stood out in this one? How did the play-style match up with all the talk of the offseason? Plus, Hugo impresses i…
What to expect from the Celtics' preseason campaign [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:06
The Boston Celtics are back this week! What can we expect from the first few games of the new era? Plus, Jaylen Brown says the Celtics are playing faster than ever. Guest on this one is @MikeZakarian. Subscribe to both h…
The moments from media day that surprised us [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:27
What takes have you flipped on after watching Celtics Media Day? Is Anfernee Simons a defensive savant? Is Xavier Tillman a 3-point sniper in the making? Is Jayson Tatum going to be listed as probable for opening night?…
Are the Celtics better than the Bucks this year? (w/ Nathan Marzion) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:44
Esteemed Bucks analyst Nathan Marzion joins us to compare and contract the Boston Celtics with the Milwaukee Bucks. Which team will have the better season, and are they potential trade dance partners? 🕒Check out last wee…