Bleav in Celtics - Celtics Bolster the Bench at the Deadline & Jaylen Brown is entering the Dunk Contest

Celtics Bolster the Bench at the Deadline & Jaylen Brown is entering the Dunk Contest

02/09/24 • 43 min

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The trade deadline dust has settled, and the Celtics emerged with a couple new faces. We're diving deep into Xavier Tillman and Jaden Springer's impact on Boston's championship chase. Does this solidify their frontrunner status?

Tillman Talk: Is he the defensive bruiser they crave? Can he provide rebounding muscle and stretch the floor? We debate his fit and potential impact.

Springer Surprise: A young guard with upside - does he crack the rotation or offer valuable practice squad competition?

The buyout market is buzzing with veterans like Danilo Gallinari, P.J. Tucker, and more. Which names fit the Celtics' puzzle? Could these additions be the missing piece?

Did the Knicks and Cavs do enough to challenge the Celtics' reign? We analyze their moves and predict their playoff potential.

And we can't forget the biggest surprise: Jaylen Brown throws down the gauntlet and enters the dunk contest! Is this a wise decision? Join the conversation! Hit us up in the comments with your thoughts on the Celtics' moves, potential buyout targets, and your predictions for the Eastern Conference race.

Tillman Talk: Is he the defensive bruiser they crave? Can he provide rebounding muscle and stretch the floor? We debate his fit and potential impact.

Springer Surprise: A young guard with upside - does he crack the rotation or offer valuable practice squad competition?

The buyout market is buzzing with veterans like Danilo Gallinari, P.J. Tucker, and more. Which names fit the Celtics' puzzle? Could these additions be the missing piece?

Did the Knicks and Cavs do enough to challenge the Celtics' reign? We analyze their moves and predict their playoff potential.

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Are trades possible for the Celtics at the deadline?

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With the NBA trade deadline looming, the Eastern Conference heats up as rivals add firepower. But what about the Boston Celtics? Are deals out there to bolster their squad? Our spoiler alert warns you, options might be limited.

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