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Podcast: Locked On Celtics - Daily Podcast On The Boston Celtics
Episode: Boston Celtics COLLAPSE Under Timberwolves’ INTENSE Physical Play
Description: Boston Celtics struggle as the Minnesota Timberwolves outmuscle them—Jayson Tatum admits he’s “still trying to figure things out.” John Karalis of Celtics On SI breaks down Boston’s lackluster loss, with Jaylen Brown’s hot start undone by costly turnovers and an anemic bench failing to step up. Missed shots and poor offensive rebounding left the Celtics vulnerable, while Minnesota’s physicality and Bones Hyland’s spark off the bench proved decisive.
Key discussion points include Tatum’s diminished explosiveness post-injury, Sam Hauser’s shooting slump, and the importance of rebounding and bench contributions for deep playoff aspirat...