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They're Gonna Call It A Hard Foul?!

They're Gonna Call It A Hard Foul?!

Written by: Jim Quigley and Mike Quigley
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"They're Gonna Call it a Hard Foul" is a weekly Boston Celtics podcast. For the 2024-25 season it’s banner 19 or bust. We will breakdown all the wins and losses all season long. Hosts Jim Quigs and Michael Patrick.Jim Quigley and Mike Quigley Basketball
Episodes
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jaylen Brown

    Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jaylen Brown
    May 12 2026
    The Celtics are out, the wounds are still fresh, and Jim and Mike are diving headfirst into the biggest question facing Boston this offseason: Would you trade Jaylen Brown for Giannis Antetokounmpo? From Jaylen Brown’s controversial postgame livestream comments to Brad Stevens’ cryptic press conference, the guys break down whether Boston is quietly preparing for massive roster changes. They also debate: Whether Brown still wants to be in Boston long term Why Giannis-to-Boston rumors suddenly feel real The risks of trading for a superstar with baggage Joe Mazzulla’s offensive philosophy and playoff failures The NBA’s growing foul-baiting and flopping problem Why today’s NBA feels softer than previous eras The return of old-school playoff intensity Plus: Larry Bird stories, playoff reactions, Celtics frustration, and classic Hard Foul chaos. If you’re a Celtics fan trying to process another painful ending, this episode is therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • And just like that the season is OVAH!

    And just like that the season is OVAH!
    May 4 2026
    The doom-and-gloom edition is here. After blowing a 3–1 series lead—the first time in franchise history—the Celtics season ends in stunning (and painfully familiar) fashion. Jim and Mike break it all down: The Game 7 disaster and final 4-minute collapse Questionable coaching decisions and lineup chaos A series full of missed adjustments and missed shots Who deserves the blame (spoiler: pretty much everyone) And what this means for the future of the roster, the coach… and the franchise From “they had it” to “what now?”, this is the full autopsy of a season that should have gone further—but didn’t. It’s raw. It’s frustrated. It’s honest. 🎙️ “They were up 3–1… and they failed.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Embiid Returns… Celtics Dominate Game 4

    Embiid Returns… Celtics Dominate Game 4
    Apr 28 2026
    Joel Embiid is back — and it didn’t matter. The Celtics deliver their most complete performance of the series, dominating Game 4 in Philadelphia to take a commanding 3–1 lead. Jim and Mike break down how Boston controlled the game from start to finish, including elite defensive adjustments against Maxey, dominant rebounding, and a balanced offensive attack that Philly couldn’t stop. They dive into Jayson Tatum’s continued evolution as a complete superstar, Payton Pritchard’s impact, and why the Celtics’ depth has overwhelmed the Sixers. Plus: How Boston solved the pick-and-roll Why Embiid’s return created as many problems as it solved Derrick White showing signs of life Jaylen Brown’s ankle — something to watch Why this series now feels all but over The Celtics are one win away from moving on — and playing their best basketball at the right time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
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