Celtics Media Day 2024

Brian Robb @BrianTRobb
about 6 minutes ago
Brad Stevens is kicking off Celtics media day here at the Auerbach Center



Jared Weiss @JaredWeissNBA
4 minutes ago
Welcome to Celtics media day, where the first question to Brad Stevens is about Lonnie Walker. “He’s very excited to be here. His relationship with Derrick, he’s worked out with Jrue in previous summers, and I think there was an eagerness to be around those guys and try a new

Brian Robb @BrianTRobb
about 11 minutes ago
Xavier Tillman had a knee scope this summer according to Brad Stevens but will be ready for training camp tomorrow. Luke Kornet also ready for camp after offseason wrist surgery.



Jared Weiss @JaredWeissNBA
about 8 minutes ago
Brad Stevens would not put a timeline on Kristaps Porzingis’ return from surgery, but said they may be a bit surprised with how well he is progressing. Porziņģis told @ramonashelburne he expects to be back in December. Stevens also said Xavier Tillman had a knee scope in late

KP looks and sounds great.  Feels ahead of schedule.  I know there are a few others who will have the final say but he looks and feels great.  

I liked the "Two Rings" Pritchard!  

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The improved synergy of and between JT and JB along with the rest of the team is going to be very interesting this season now that they have the hardware and how hungry they are for #2.

Everybody coming up to the desk today is extremely confident.  Not cocky.  Thank you, Joe, for the grounding.  

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I just want to see what Coach Joe has to say.

That guy is getting to be one of my favorite interviews.

Maybe we start a contest to see how far into the season he goes before he breaks character and cracks a smile in a post-game presser. The guy may rival Pop on my list of must see coach vs media matchups.

Here comes JB.  2 1/2 minutes under water!!  That's ridiculous, Gus!  Can you imagine all of our guys in shape like JB, playing full court pressure on defense most plays and still being efficient on offense?!  Dang!!!

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Gary Washburn @GwashburnGlobe
3 hours ago
For those who follow these things, Lonnie Walker IV will wear No. 12 for the #Celtics.



Jared Weiss @JaredWeissNBA
about 2 hours ago
Brad Stevens: “I didn’t get to take the trophy all summer. Nobody offered it to me.”
MY NOTE: You're the freaking GM, Brad! Just say "I'm taking it on Thursday and that's that"



Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 2 hours ago
Joe Mazzulla on time without Porzingis: "We shouldn't miss a beat ... we all should get better."



Bobby Manning
Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 2 hours ago
Al Horford to NBC said he took 3 weeks off, then built up his body, conditioning to get himself ready to start quickly. "I'm not quite there yet, but we're getting there."


Jay King @ByJayKing
about 2 hours ago
Joe Mazzulla: "I wouldn't say I enjoyed the offseason. I enjoyed the parade."



Souichi Terada
Souichi Terada @SouichiTerada
about 2 hours ago
Joe Mazzulla: "Winning is just as dangerous as losing, and vice versa."



Souichi Terada @SouichiTerada
about 2 hours ago
Jrue Holiday: "Joe will probably have us do some new, crazy drills. So super excited for that."


Jared Weiss @JaredWeissNBA
2 hours ago
Jayson Tatum said he’s been working on a few mechanical things in his jump shot like pick up points, hand placement, getting lower and getting his shoulders forward. “There’s some things I could’ve fixed. But that in the midst of the playoffs, trying to manage your rest, it’s (tough to address it on the fly during the playoffs.)


Souichi Terada @SouichiTerada
1 hour ago
Jayson Tatum on Olympics: "In real time, it was tough. I talked to Joe a lot. Joe was probably the happiest person in the world that I didn't win Finals MVP and that I didn't play two of the games in the Olympics. So that was odd. But if you know Joe, it makes sense."
MY NOTE: That's what I was saying. He gets the medal for being on the team, not for MVP.



Souichi Terada @SouichiTerada
about 1 hour ago
Derrick White: "It was good seeing Lonnie (Walker) again. That was my guy. Got drafted the year after him. Just a couple young guys trying to figure it out, learning under Pop. ... Good guy. Good energy around the gym. Obviously can do a lot of special things on the court."


Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 1 hour ago
Porzingis: "I'm walking ... I'm running. I'm on the court, shooting normal, I'm doing a lot of stuff, honestly. Some light contact ... felt really good afterward. I think it's a really good sign that we have from the other day. I'm optimistic as always."
MY NOTE: "Light contact"? That's really, really positive. "Contact" is the last thing on the rehab schedule.



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Souichi Terada @SouichiTerada
about 1 hour ago
Jaylen Brown was asked immediately about the Olympics snub: "Damn, question No. 1? Can't get a warm up a little? shoot."


Souichi Terada @SouichiTerada
about 1 hour ago
Jaylen Brown: "This is the best I've ever felt and the hardest I've ever worked. In the midst of traveling, I've been able to balance that really well."


Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 1 hour ago
Brown said he wouldn't trade boos on draft night, adversity and people wanting him gone at different points, along with being benched, getting the short end of the stick early in his career behind different players. "I'm actually grateful ... nothing was handed to me."




Jay King @ByJayKing
about 12 minutes ago
Al Horford said there was never a question about him returning for another season. He said he won’t put a limit on how long he’s going to play. Said he feels good and feels fortunate to be in this position to continue to play and be on this team.


Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 29 minutes ago
Horford: "We have a group here that gets it."



Bobby Manning
Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 30 minutes ago
Horford said Manu Ginobili's reception in Argentina after championships inspired him to want to bring the Larry O'Brien trophy to DR when he won.


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NYCelt wrote:I just want to see what Coach Joe has to say.

That guy is getting to be one of my favorite interviews.

Maybe we start a contest to see how far into the season he goes before he breaks character and cracks a smile in a post-game presser. The guy may rival Pop on my list of must see coach vs media matchups.

Jay King @ByJayKing
about 2 hours ago
Joe Mazzulla: "I wouldn't say I enjoyed the offseason. I enjoyed the parade."



Souichi Terada
Souichi Terada @SouichiTerada
about 2 hours ago
Joe Mazzulla: "Winning is just as dangerous as losing, and vice versa."


- See what I mean? You go, Joe.

Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 33 minutes ago
Year 5 of Luke Kornet in Boston.
MY NOTE:  I'll be the first to admit I never, EVER, thought he'd be in the NBA in 2024, on ANY team, 5 years ago.  Luke's made me a believer.



Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 16 minutes ago
Luke Kornet said his path back from wrist surgery was straightforward, and he's been able to play a little bit before camp.



Bobby Manning
Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 5 minutes ago
Kornet: "A lot of summers, it's been the rehab process and working on that ... I've looked into definitely some things defensively, but also offensively, being more aggressive, being able to finish in the pocket ... a lot of preparation in that." He's also looked into shooting.




Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
4 minutes ago
Hauser: It's special when an organization is willing to invest in you. It was a pretty easy decision to re-sign.



Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
4 minutes ago
Hauser said he's focusing on getting more 3s up, shooting contested 3s more confidently and stepping inside to attack closeouts.



Bobby Manning
Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
4 minutes ago
Hauser said Baylor Scheierman "is a lot more than a shooter" and has a bright future in the NBA.


Bob
MY NOTE:  There hasn't been any updates in >  20 minutes, so I assume that means we're at the end of Celtics Media Day.  Tomorrow Joe will have them running some new crazy drill he made up.


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Why the Boston Celtics championship honeymoon lasted just 12 days.
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/41400876/boston-celtics-championship-honeymoon-12-days

I pretty much watched the entire media show.

The KP interview was the one that I found most interesting.

He said that his ankle felt great.  He will comply with the medical staff as he continues to gear up for a return.  It really sounded to me that he believes he is ahead of schedule.

Clearly he should not even think about returning until he is absolutely at 100%.  When he does return he should be placed on a minutes restriction.  I do not believe he will be in basketball shape.

In the meantime, the Celtics are gearing up to start the season without him.  They already know that hey can win without him.

CJ has set the standard for how the Celtics will approach the season.  No one seemed to want to talk about repeat.  That is a good thing.  As long as they remain hungry but humble and trust in the steps, they will be a top team again.

I was surprised that rookie Baylor looked so thick in his arms and shoulders.  He stated that he has added 20 lbs.

The biggest question that will be answered once they get through training camp and preseason will be the status of Lonnie Walker.

I expect the rotation to be stronger because they have more experience playing together.  Guys like Queta and Tillman are going to play more and Luke Kornet's role will be elevated to the 2nd center behind AH.

We only have 10 days before our first preseason game.  It is really hard to believe that the new season is knocking on the door.

Like you dboss I am most interested in seeing how Lonnie Walker looks and progresses in camp. I believe he will really help us with some instant offense coming off the bench, at least I’m hoping so.

willjr wrote:Like you dboss I am most interested in seeing how Lonnie Walker looks and progresses in camp. I believe he will really help us with some instant offense coming off the bench, at least I’m hoping so.

Just unsure if they keep him.

Hope we get to see him play during preseason.

Definitely sounds like KP is ahead of schedule. This is the best news from media day. Also sounds like everyone is focused. Let's go!!!

Bobby Manning @RealBobManning
about 37 minutes ago
Talked to Jim Larrañaga the other day about Lonnie Walker IV joining the #Celtics and before I even asked any questions, he emphasized: "(Walker is) too good a player to be having to try out after six seasons in the NBA."







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Celtics17 wrote:Definitely sounds like KP is ahead of schedule. This is the best news from media day. Also sounds like everyone is focused. Let's go!!!

There is clearly a high level of confidence up and down the roster.  

Coach Joe is the ultimate contrarian.  The content of his motivational stories and scenarios are quite unique.   Jrue mentioned that he (Joe) probably will have them do  some "new crazy drills"    Tatum said "Joe was probably the happiest person in the world because I didn't win Finals MVP and I didn't play in 2 games in the Olympics."

The players are 100% bought in.  Joe is an odd ball and the players know it and talk about it but at the same time they understand the message.

I cannot imagine that we win the East by 14 games but we could still end up being a better team.  I just think that the chemistry on this team will be better and that they will be able to execute at an even higher level.  All the crap about them being the champions and everybody will be gunning for them is no different than any other year.  The Celtics remain a defining circle on every team's schedule and it has been that way for 6-7 years in a row.

It was refreshing listening to all the interviews and hearing such positive outlooks from all. Not cocky, no big heads, just ready to go out and play basketball. Basically the three running the show were very good. Last night Scal, Fosbeerg, Eddie,and Giles did the post up show. I am so looking forward to seeing them gel all over again, stay healthy and put their foot on the throats of those who think they bought the EDC title Philly?? NY??? As Scal says, NY still does not have a good center, Roobinson is out for a while and they will be looking to grab someone

Bob
MY NOTE:  10-15# in 15 weeks or fewer?  That's a lot of weight in a short time.  It was planned but still...He gave credit to the guy "in the kitchen".  Good life.  Nutritionists and chefs on site who know what you need to eat. We'll feed you, take care of you, everything you need. You just need to live at work. Sounds like Google out here. Same deal. They make your life easy EXCEPT that they own you.

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