John Karalis
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Celtics beat for Boston Sports Journal. Host, Locked on Celtics, Locked on NBA podcasts. Author: 'Built Different,' 'The Boston Celtics All-Time All-Stars.' PBWA. Cameo.com/JohnKaralis. JohnKaralis.com
New on BSJ: The Celtics trusted Jordan Walsh in a big moment, and he lived up to the standard set for him
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The Celtics trusted Jordan Walsh in a big moment, and he lived up to the standard set for him
This is the toughest part of the job for someone like Walsh. Minutes aren’t guaranteed and opportunities are fleeting. Not playing in a game can be disheartening, but any lapse in focus can do him mor...
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November 10, 2025 at 5:00 AM
New on BSJ: The Celtics trusted Jordan Walsh in a big moment, and he lived up to the standard set for him
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The first and last Celtics field goals in the fourth quarter were Jordan Walsh 3-pointers assisted by Payton Pritchard.
November 10, 2025 at 3:53 AM
The first and last Celtics field goals in the fourth quarter were Jordan Walsh 3-pointers assisted by Payton Pritchard.
BSJ Game Report: Celtics 111, Magic 107 - Bench delivers, defense shines, in Orlando rematch www.bostonsportsjournal.com/2025/11/09/b...
BSJ Game Report: Celtics 111, Magic 107 - Bench delivers, defense shines, in Orlando rematch
The Celtics recovered after a slow start to cut a 12-point deficit to three heading into the second. Anfernee Simons took over to fuel an 11-point Celtics lead, but Orlando tied it at the half. After ...
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November 10, 2025 at 3:14 AM
BSJ Game Report: Celtics 111, Magic 107 - Bench delivers, defense shines, in Orlando rematch www.bostonsportsjournal.com/2025/11/09/b...
The bench comes up HUGE in Boston's win over Orlando. Jordan Walsh, Luka Garza, Anfernee Simons, Hugo Gonzalez ... massive contributions from everyone! Here's my quick reaction now ... and full Locked On Celtics podcast coming up later!
November 10, 2025 at 1:57 AM
The bench comes up HUGE in Boston's win over Orlando. Jordan Walsh, Luka Garza, Anfernee Simons, Hugo Gonzalez ... massive contributions from everyone! Here's my quick reaction now ... and full Locked On Celtics podcast coming up later!
Wow what a huge 3 from Jordan Walsh
November 10, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Wow what a huge 3 from Jordan Walsh
I like that Mazzulla dipped back into that lineup to see if they could keep their roll going. He knew he had the extra timeout so it was worth the look. now he has his best scorers on the floor to close this out + Walsh & Queta for the defense
November 10, 2025 at 1:23 AM
I like that Mazzulla dipped back into that lineup to see if they could keep their roll going. He knew he had the extra timeout so it was worth the look. now he has his best scorers on the floor to close this out + Walsh & Queta for the defense
Jordan Walsh has been huge for the Celtics.
November 10, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Jordan Walsh has been huge for the Celtics.
oh just the same ol' story ... a lineup of White, Walsh, Gonzalez, Garza, and Pritchard going off for a big run
November 10, 2025 at 1:15 AM
oh just the same ol' story ... a lineup of White, Walsh, Gonzalez, Garza, and Pritchard going off for a big run
Hugo Gonzalez wears 28 because that's the age he looks like on the floor
November 10, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Hugo Gonzalez wears 28 because that's the age he looks like on the floor
I swear Jaylen Brown took dance classes this summer because his footwork this season is something else
November 10, 2025 at 12:10 AM
I swear Jaylen Brown took dance classes this summer because his footwork this season is something else
Don't stand and watch Simons when he's getting picked up that high... give him an outlet. Someone cut
November 10, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Don't stand and watch Simons when he's getting picked up that high... give him an outlet. Someone cut
Oh my God Anfernee Simons ... 23 points, 5-6 from 3, in 8:32 of play
November 9, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Oh my God Anfernee Simons ... 23 points, 5-6 from 3, in 8:32 of play
That was one of the drunkest sequences of basketball you'll ever see
November 9, 2025 at 11:34 PM
That was one of the drunkest sequences of basketball you'll ever see
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November 9, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Incredibly thrilled to support Amenity Aid, Rhode Island's only hygiene bank. It provides things like dental, feminine, & bathing products to people in need. It helps health, confidence, & employability.
Please join me in supporting them:
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Please join me in supporting them:
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New on BSJ: The swings of the Celtics season keep coming as they try to figure out what sticks
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Karalis: The swings of the Celtics season keep coming as they try to figure out what sticks
I would hate to be the person who cleans the walls around the Celtics' practice facility. The amount of crap Joe Mazzulla has to throw at them to see what sticks must be overwhelming by this point.
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November 8, 2025 at 6:11 AM
New on BSJ: The swings of the Celtics season keep coming as they try to figure out what sticks
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BSJ Game Report: Magic 123, Celtics 110 - Brown drops 32, but C's fall apart late www.bostonsportsjournal.com/2025/11/07/b...
BSJ Game Report: Magic 123, Celtics 110 - Brown drops 32, but C's fall apart late
The Celtics started quickly, but that turned around in a hurry as the Magic made shot, grabbed rebounds, and turned Boston over. Their 16-point first-quarter lead was cut down to four until a mid-quar...
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November 8, 2025 at 4:36 AM
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It looked like the Celtics were on their way to stealing one in Orlando, but one bad mistake triggered an avalance that buried Boston. Here's a quick reaction, and full Locked On Celtics podcast coming up later.
November 8, 2025 at 3:24 AM
It looked like the Celtics were on their way to stealing one in Orlando, but one bad mistake triggered an avalance that buried Boston. Here's a quick reaction, and full Locked On Celtics podcast coming up later.
We talk about momentum shifts all the time, but it's rare to see one as obvious as what's been happening to Boston.
November 8, 2025 at 2:21 AM
We talk about momentum shifts all the time, but it's rare to see one as obvious as what's been happening to Boston.
Between the Minott turnover, the missed bunny, and stupid foul in the backcourt, the Celtics are their own worst enemies right now. They went from up one with the ball to down eight in a blink.
November 8, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Between the Minott turnover, the missed bunny, and stupid foul in the backcourt, the Celtics are their own worst enemies right now. They went from up one with the ball to down eight in a blink.
Zero offensive rebounds for the Magic in the third quarter
November 8, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Zero offensive rebounds for the Magic in the third quarter
Keeping the ball high like that is a huge development for Queta. He wasn't making that play this time a year ago.
November 8, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Keeping the ball high like that is a huge development for Queta. He wasn't making that play this time a year ago.
Picks 'n Pops: Avoiding punishment, outlandish numbers, and a triumphant return
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Picks 'n Pops: Avoiding punishment, outlandish numbers, and a triumphant return
Every week I gather some thoughts about the Celtics, the NBA, and beyond and dump them here. Because the Grammys still refuse to recognize daily podcasting as a
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November 7, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Picks 'n Pops: Avoiding punishment, outlandish numbers, and a triumphant return
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Looking ahead, the Celtics have home games on November 12 vs Memphis & 16th vs. the Clippers. The Maine Celtics play at home November 14. That looks like a perfect opportunity to send Hugo Gonzalez to Portland for a game and let him get 36 minutes to spread his wings a little.
November 7, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Looking ahead, the Celtics have home games on November 12 vs Memphis & 16th vs. the Clippers. The Maine Celtics play at home November 14. That looks like a perfect opportunity to send Hugo Gonzalez to Portland for a game and let him get 36 minutes to spread his wings a little.
BSJ Game Report: Celtics 136, Wizards 107 - Brown's heater continues, role players step up
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BSJ Game Report: Celtics 136, Wizards 107 - Brown's heater continues, role players step up
Second chance points killed the Celtics in the first quarter as Washington built a 12-point lead. Boston flipped that and then some with monster second to go up 10 at halftime. That roll continued to ...
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November 6, 2025 at 5:04 AM
BSJ Game Report: Celtics 136, Wizards 107 - Brown's heater continues, role players step up
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Boston Celtics start slow but recover in a big way behind 35 points from Jaylen Brown and great contributions from role players. I have immediate reaction from TD Garden and full reaction later on the Locked On Celtics podcast.
November 6, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Boston Celtics start slow but recover in a big way behind 35 points from Jaylen Brown and great contributions from role players. I have immediate reaction from TD Garden and full reaction later on the Locked On Celtics podcast.