Bam’s Record-Breaking Night Causes Uproar. Plus, Celtics Silver Lining | Real Ones

Bam’s Record-Breaking Night Causes Uproar. Plus, Celtics Silver Lining | Real Ones

Author: The Ringer March 14, 2026 Duration: 1:15:12
The Boston Celtics have lost close matches recently against the Spurs and the Thunder on their road trip, but is there some silver lining within the losses as Jayson Tatum returns? Also, should Jaylen Brown have been ejected from the game against the Spurs despite it being televised on national television? Bam Adebayo now holds the record for the second-most points scored in an NBA game, but the way he did it had NBA discourse in shambles. Fair or Foul for Bam Adebayo to be criticized for the way he got his 83 points, surpassing Kobe Bryant for second place? Plus, Real One of the Week! (02:24) Silver Lining for Celtics’ Recent Losses (19:05) Should Jaylen Brown Have Been Tossed Against the Spurs? (35:02) Discourse Surrounding Bam Adebayo’s Record-Breaking Night (01:01:43) Real One of the Week Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie and Clifford Augustin Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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