First To The Floor: A Boston Celtics Podcast
Episodes
Jayson Tatum doesn't care about your "auraless" allegations
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jayson Tatum made an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon last night and, among many things, proved he has absolutely zero care for what h...
Why the Knicks think they're the biggest threat to the Celtics (w/ DJ Ace of Knicks Film School)
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why are Knicks fans so confident they're THE team to topple the Boston Celtics this year? DJ Ace from Knicks Film School joins us to share the Knicks'...
The State of the Celtics and Bucks Rivalry | Celtics Rivals Series (Part 2) w/ Nathan Marzion
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How would you describe the current rivalry between the Boston Celtics and the Milwaukee Bucks? How do Bucks fans truly feel about the Jrue Holiday tra...
A Luke Kornet Deep Dive (and some Lonnie Walker reactions)
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How vital will Luke Kornet be to the Boston Celtics this year, given that Kristaps Porzingis is out and Al Horford will be load-managed? We dive into ...
The Celtics from the perspective of the Warriors
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do Warriors fans feel about the Celtics? Sam Esfandiari joins us for part 1 of our Celtics Rival series to unpack the Steve Kerr and Jayson Tatum ...
The Honorary Ring Ceremony
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the Celtics to an NBA title in 2024, but maybe the real treasure is the friends we made along the way. Grab your pop...
A Xavier Tillman Deep Dive
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Kristaps Porzingis out to begin the year, and an aging Al Horford, Is Xavier Tillman facing the most considerable role increase this season? In ...
Bezos Rumors and a Payton Pritchard Deep Dive
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Simmons just dropped the Bezos bombshell on us all. According to Simmons on his latest podcast, tech billionaire Jeff Bezos has emerged as a legi...
It's Jayson Tatum Appreciation Day!
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Kerr's Jayson Tatum defamation campaign has finally come to an end, so it's time to catch up for a live draft of the best Jayson Tatum moments o...
Gold for Tatum, but at what cost?
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can the Celtics parlay their Olympic gold experience into a championship repeat? Plus, the winners and losers of the Olympic basketball tournament...
Is Olympic Basketball Starting to Affect Jayson Tatum?
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is the Team USA dynamic beginning to impact Jayson Tatum? Is there any risk of a long-term fracture of Team USA's relationship with Tatum's camp? Does...
Is Steve Kerr Utilizing Jayson Tatum Properly?
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jayson Tatum may be getting consistent minutes for Team USA, but is Steve Kerr actually using him properly? Is Jayson Tatum a victim of his elite dive...
Is Derrick White the Team USA MVP?
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When Derrick White and Jrue Holiday check in to these Olympic games, undeniably good things happen. Just how essential is Derrick White to Team USA's ...
The Ripple Effect of Benching Jayson Tatum
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Will Jayson Tatum find his way back into the Team USA rotation? How will Steve Kerr's decision impact Tatum's long-term Olympic prospects? Plus, Derri...
The Ultimate Celtics Fan Bucket List
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the ultimate bucket list items for a hardcore Celtics fan? Go to an NBA finals game? Sure. Meet a player in real life? Of course. But what el...
Sam Hauser extension and Summer League lizard brain takes
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to revisit our Boston Celtics Summer League pressure rankings. The Celtics just wrapped their Summer League campaign, and the rankings have ...
Farewell Las Vegas | Recapping the Vegas trip, Summer League check-In, and more.
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who won? Las Vegas or First to the Floor? The guys get together one last time in Las Vegas before heading home. We're gonna kick back and talk about t...
Live from Las Vegas with Dan Greenberg
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've kidnapped Barstool Sports' Dan Greenberg and brought him back to the First to the Floor Las Vegas podcast studio to react to the first game of t...
Live from Las Vegas | Celtics Summer League Check-In
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Checking in LIVE from our hotel from Las Vegas. We preview the Celtics' summer league campaign and discuss Derrick White's appointment to Team USA. Pl...
Summer League Pressure Rankings and a Team USA Briefing
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Which Celtics player has the most pressure on them heading into this year's Summer League tournament in Las Vegas? Who could shift their season the mo...
Brad Stevens is COOKING | Tatum, White extended. Tillman re-signed.
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wyc Grousbeck is selling his share of the Boston Celtics, but not without first letting Brad Stevens sign or extend several key (and insanely expensiv...
Offseason Check-in | Free Agents, Extensions, and navigating the new CBA
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What moves do the Celtics need to make to ensure they're in contention for another championship in 2025? Can Sam Hauser be extended long-term? Is the ...
What to expect from Anton Watson this year
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics drafted Anton Watson of Gonzaga with the 54th pick. Join us for a quick evaluation and video highlights of the Celtics' latest acqu...
A Baylor Scheierman evaluation and how the Knicks trade impacts the Celtics
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brad made the pick! The Boston Celtics drafted Baylor Scheierman with the 30th pick. Come hang out LIVE for Celtics Late Night while we react to the p...
What Will the Boston Celtics do on Draft Night? (w/ Ben Pfeifer)
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Draft guru Ben Pfeifer joins us to break down the Celtics' options at the upcoming NBA draft, including the best options at the 30 range, ideal target...
Celtics Postseason Awards Mega Show
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another Celtics playoff series has ended, which means it's time for the First to the Floor End-of-Series awards show! Not only that, we're handing out...
Boston Parade Reactions and Checking in on Celtics Haters From Around the World
22 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The city of Boston held an absolutely breathtaking parade to celebrate the Boston Celtics winning the franchise's 18th NBA Championship. We react to s...
Ben Golliver on the Legacy of Banner 18
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does Banner 18 impact the overall perception of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. How has Luka Doncic's overall ranking changed? Plus, best NBA duos,...
The Hangover | Looking Back on the Celtics' Championship Night
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With sore heads and hoarse voices, we look back on the night the Boston Celtics won their 18th NBA Championship. What were the best moments? What will...
What they gon' say now? | Celtics Win Banner 18
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics are NBA Champions! Banner 18! We did it! Join us for an extremely loose (and slightly boozy) celebration of a title that was a long...
Some fan therapy after a brutal loss
15 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics may have thought they already had this one in the bag, as they came out and laid an egg on the Mavericks' home court. We do our best to pu...
The Celtics Are on the Verge of Banner 18
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics are ONE win away from completing an insane playoff run and securing the franchise's 18th banner. Join us for a recap of a thrilling Game 3...
The Jays combine for 61 points to bring the Celtics within one win of Banner 18
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics responded to the Mavs' initial outburst in nothing less than championship fashion. With Kristaps Porzingis sidelined, Tatum and Brown step...
Can the Celtics Win in Dallas without Kristaps Porzingis? | Game 3 Preview (w/ Dan Greenberg)
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can the Boston Celtics go up 3-0 and put the series out of reach for the Mavericks? What adjustments are Jason Kidd and the Mavs likely to make? Plus,...
Celtics win the "bad shooting" game (Celtics Late Night)
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics shot 26% from 3 in Game 2 of the Finals AND STILL WON despite Luka's 32 points and 11 assists. Thankfully Jrue Holiday shot well, Jayson T...
Game 2 Adjustments, Jason Kidd's Comments, Confidence Levels Too High? (w/ Dan Greenberg)
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What differences can we expect in Game 2 for the Boston Celtics? What adjustments will both teams make? Have Celtics fans become too confident? Join u...
Three. More. Wins.
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kristaps Porzingis looked absolutely incredible in his return and NBA Finals debut, as the Celtics took a 1-0 series lead and are now 3 wins away from...
Media day reactions, and comparisons to the 2022 Finals
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Game 1 of the NBA Finals is tomorrow! We're finally (almost) there! Dan Greenberg of Barstool Sports joins us for one last glimpse into the Celtics' b...
Chris Forsberg on the potential for Banner 18
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NBC Sports Boston's Chris Forsberg joins us to cover all the angles heading into the 2024 NBA Finals. How will the Boston Celtics approach this matchu...
Your Celtics NBA Finals Questions Answered
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Was the Mavericks’ late-season defensive improvement slightly overrated? How would you rank the top 12 players in the series? Would Scott Wedman mak...
Ranking the Storylines Heading Into the NBA Finals | w/ Noa Dalzell
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the biggest storylines heading into the NBA Finals for the Boston Celtics? The Tatum vs Luka/Ant apex predator face-off? Kyrie Irving potenti...
Eastern Conference Finals Awards
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics have closed out yet another series, which it means it's time for the First to the Floor end-of-series awards show! Jaylen Brown may...
The Celtics SWEEP their way back to the Finals
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics made their third comeback in four games to punch their ticket back to the NBA Finals while sweeping the fairly decent Indiana Pacer...
The Celtics are ONE win away from the NBA Finals
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been almost 24 hours and we are still freaking out over the Boston Celtics' ridiculous comeback win over the Indiana Pacers. What were the key mo...
"Hang it in the f***ing Lourve" | Celtics overcome 18pt deficit to take a 3-0 lead (Celtics Late Night)
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What a comeback!! The Celtics made a ridiculous comeback in Indy to take a 3-0 series lead. Jrue Holiday was incredible despite his illness, Al Horfor...
Checking in as the series shifts to Indiana | w/ Dan Greenberg
25 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics have taken a commanding 2-0 lead heading into Game 3 in Indiana. Do the Pacers have any chance if Tyrese Haliburton is legitimately injure...
Jaylen Brown Lifts the Celtics to a 2-0 Series Lead (Celtics Late Night)
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jaylen Brown's efficient 40 points led the Celtics to a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals, leaving the Celtics just two wins away from a retur...
Jaylen Brown's late-game heroics lead the Celtics to a Game 1 victory
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What a ridiculous finish! The Celtics outlast the Indiana Pacers and take a 1-0 series lead, largely in thanks to some extremely clutch Jaylen Brown h...
Celtics Pacers Mega Preview w/ Dan Greenberg
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan “Greenie” Greenberg of Barstool Sports joins us to preview the Eastern Conference Finals. How will the Celtics attack the Pacers? Does Indy ho...
End of Series Awards | Round 2
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics wrapped up their Round 2 series against the Cavs in 5 games, which means it's time to hand out end-of-series awards! Plus, the evol...
The Al Horford Game | Celtics Return to the ECF
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Go ahead and scratch "Al Horford Game" off your Celtics bingo card. Al Horford made the Cavs regret their gameplan by torching them on both sides of t...
Jrue's defense and Tatum's all-round play lift Boston to a 3-1 lead
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jayson Tatum's 33 points helped the Celtics outlast a Donovan Mitchell-less Cleveland Cavaliers to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the series. How did t...
What a response! Celtics go up 2-1
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics responded to recent criticism in the best way possible, by winning convincingly on the road in the freakin' playof...
What went wrong in Game 2, and how might the Celtics respond?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, that was rough. Just not good no matter how you slice it. What went wrong for the Celtics in Game 2? What's up with Jayson Tatum? How will the C...
Jaylen and D-White lead the way as the Celtics go up 1-0
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jaylen Brown threw the first punch in the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals, eventually leading the Celtics to a convincing game 1 win over the Cavs. Der...
Previewing Celtics vs Cavs Round 2 w/ Tony Pesta of Fear the Sword
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Cleveland Cavaliers squeaked out a Game 7 win over the Orlando Magic and are now destined to face the Boston Celtics in the 2nd round of the 2024 ...
Series Wrap-Up Mega Pod
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Now that we've had 24 hours to digest, what comes to mind when you think back on the Boston Celtics' round 1 series win over the Miami Heat? Plus, end...
Devil Magic Defeated, Celtics Win in 5
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
They did it. The Celtics closed out Miami in 5 games. This is our "Celtics Late Night' show streamed right after the game. We'll be back tomorrow with...
The Derrick White Game (and Speculating Wildly About KP's Calf)
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Derrick White was pretty much the entire Celtics offense in their Game 4 win in Miami, but what is going on with Kristaps Porzingis' injury? What are ...
How the Celtics Won Game 3 and What to Expect For Game 4
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How did the Boston Celtics change up their approach to ensure a Game 3 win? How will the Miami Heat respond in Game 4? Plus, unsung heroes from Game 3...
A Defensive Masterclass | Celtics Win Game 3
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics brought the best version of their defense down to Miami for Game 3, limiting the Miami Heat to just 84 points and shutting down their peri...
How Will the Celtics and Heat Adjust? | Game 3 Preview w/ Dan Greenberg
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How will the Boston Celtics adjust in Game 3? How will the Miami Heat adjust to our adjustments? Dan Greenberg of Barstool Sports joins us to preview ...
A Triggering Game 2 Loss (Celtics Late Night)
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As many predicted, the Miami Heat came out in game 2 with an avalanche of 3-point attempts, which they hit at an alarmingly high rate? Where are the p...
Will the Celtics Continue Their Dominance in Game 2?
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are your predictions for Celtics vs Heat Game 2? Will the Celtics add another layer to the "they're not the same team as last year" narrative by ...
Celtics Not Bothered by "Heat Culture" | Postgame Show
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics threw the first punch early in game 1 and never looked back. What were the key elements to this win? Jayson Tatum notched his first...
PTSD and Zone-Busting | Previewing Celtics/Heat (w/ Dan Greenberg)
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, the inevitable has happened. The Boston Celtics are facing the Miami Heat in round 1 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Dan Greenberg of Barstool Sports ...
The 6th Annual Boston Celtics Awards Show (and a quick East Play-In Recap)
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics' 2023-2024 regular season has come to an end, and it's time to hand out some of the industry's most prestigious awards. Who will wi...
Farewell Mike Gorman, Hello Postseason! (Celtics Late Night)
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Gorman made us all cry, while Payton Pritchard made us cackle with glee. The Celtics have capped off an amazing regular season with 64 wins, and ...
Debrief: Celtics Lose in Milwaukee (Celtics Late Night)
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Milwaukee Bucks brought everything they had to a game that meant nothing to the Boston Celtics. Still, there are some playoff-relevant takeaways! ...
Jaylen Returns, and the Stay Ready Crew blow out the Blazers
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics won their 62nd game in a blowout against the Portland Blazers. Join us for the post-game show as we break down Jaylen Brown's return, Kris...
Celebrating the 60 Win Milestone
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics just won 60 games for the first time since 2009, and have clinched the 1st overall seed, guaranteeing home-court advantage througho...
Porzingis finding rhythm, and Joel Embiid is coming back
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Grant Williams and the Charlotte Hornets were no problem for our Latvian Hero and the vastly superior Boston Celtics. However, there were a few takeaw...
Big win in the Big Easy (Celtics Late Night)
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics get back on track in the Big Easy with an incredible defensive performance, limiting the New Orleans Pelicans to sub 100 points and gettin...
Are the Celtics' crunch time issues THAT concerning?
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics have suffered some nasty crunch-time losses this season, often on National TV for all to see. But how do their crunch-time issues c...
Why You Need To Pay Attention To The Celtics' Last 11 Games
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics are one game away from locking up the 1st seed in the Eastern Conference, and not much further away from locking up the overall top...
Cedric Maxwell on the Celtics' upcoming playoff run
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 1981 NBA Finals MVP and Radio Announcer for the Boston Celtics, Cedric Maxwell, joins us to recap the Celtics' win over the Bucks, and discuss wha...
Bucks Preview, and the "vibe-iest" moments from the Pistons game
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics made a meaningless mid-March regular season game ridiculously fun by playing an almost unfair level of team defense against a strug...
Sam Hauser goes god-mode, banishes the Wizards (Celtics Late Night)
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Hauser was hotter than the sun, shooting 10 of 13 from 3 before leaving with an ankle injury. We recapped the game LIVE on Celtics Late night, dis...
Total Eclipse of the Suns: Do the new rules benefit the Celtics? (Celtics Late Night)
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics could have been forgiven for losing their first game after a long west coast road trip and the continued absence of their starting center,...
Why has the media narrative shifted away from the Celtics?
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics had a successful road trip out west, but the narrative has shifted since the loss to Denver. Are the Celtics still the most likely ...
Jaylen's dominance, and Tatum is good even when he's bad
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics beat the Phoenix Suns Saturday night, ending the 72-hour media cycle from hell and restoring vibes for Celtics fans globally. Howev...
Fan Therapy: The Celtics Lose in Denver
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
That was close, painfully close. The Celtics' season is by no means over but we can't deny that some questions are being raised. What happened in the ...
Learning from the Cavs loss, and a spicy Nuggets preview
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everything was looking great for the Boston Celtics with 9 minutes remaining in the Cavs game until they decided to mentally board the plane to Denver...
The Celtics just DOMINATED the Warriors
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics just absolutely dominated the Golden State Warriors without Kristaps Porzingis, forcing them to rest their starters for the 2nd half and s...
What are the Celtics' Weaknesses?
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics have a brutal stretch coming up, facing a tough stretch of top teams who are performing well at this point in the season. Plus, wha...
The Celtics Can't Stop Winning
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics have come flying out of the all-star break, going 2-0 on the road and angering the hopeful fanbases of opposing teams. How did the ...
What are the biggest threats to the Celtics' title chances?
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics have all but locked up the first seed in the east. We break down which Eastern Conference opponents matchup well with the Celtics.....
Drew Carter on All-Star weekend, and crucial factors for the Celtics' stretch run
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How would you change up the All-Star game to make it more competitive? Despite another underwhelming NBA All-Star weekend, Celtics fans were given ple...
The Best Moments of the Season (so far)
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PODCAST LISTENERS: This episode is probably best watched on YouTube. The "best moments of the season" segment is very clip-heavy. We do our best to ke...
Celtics tease playoff rotation in season sweep of the Heat
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics had to battle down the stretch to ensure a season sweep on the Miami Heat on Superbowl Sunday. Was this the most entertaining game ...
A spicy trade deadline preview (w/ TrillBroDude)
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How likely is Brad Stevens to make a move before the NBA trade deadline? Do the Celtics HAVE to make a move to solidify their pursuit of a title? Tril...
Walshy's on the Board! (and Marcus' Homecoming) | Celtics Late Night
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus Smart returns to his rightful home tonight as the Memphis Grizzlies visit the Boston Celtics, who are VERY MUCH IN NEED of a vibes-restoring wi...
Well, That Sucked (Late Night Fan Therapy)
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a bed sh!@$ing for the ages, the Celtics lost in the worst possible way to a Lakers missing both Lebron James and Anthony Davis. There is no good w...
January Belongs to the Celtics (w/ Jay King)
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics just completed an absolutely insane portion of their schedule, 15 games in 26 nights. As the arduous schedule eases off in February, can t...
What went wrong against the Clippers (and a message to the doomers)
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Boston Celtics had the mini road trip of a lifetime, text two-stepping their way to victory against the Mavs and Rockets before turning up the Hea...
Richard White on Rozier to the Heat, Derrick's popularity, and the 2024 Celtics
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Richard White (Derrick's dad) returns to the pod to discuss how the Celtics have managed their "11 games in 18 nights" stretch, and how his perception...
Malaise from the Jays (Celtics Late Night)
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Jays were in somewhat of a malaise in an ugly win against the Houston Rockets. Jaylen somehow ended up with a triple-double, while Kristaps and D-...
It's ridiculously fun to be a Celtics fan right now
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Jordan Walsh debut. Luke Kornet forming a band with his teammates. All of this and a (relatively) decisive win over the Spurs. The vibes are ridicul...
Can the Celtics upgrade their playoff rotation?
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The trade deadline is rapidly approaching and it's time for Brad Stevens and the Celtics to use everything at their disposal to ensure this team is po...
The Ever-Ascending Tatum & Brown
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Celtics welcomed in Ime Udoka and the Houston Rockets before proceeding to blow them out thanks to hyper-efficient performances by Jayson Tatum an...