Celtics Rolling, Tatum Back, and Playoff Matchups Heating Up
Apr 02, 2026 • S06 E28 • 00:25:11
The Celtics are rolling… and it’s getting scary.
In this episode of They’re Gonna Call It a Hard Foul?!?!, Jim and Mike break down Boston’s dominant stretch (4–1 in their last five), the rapid return of Jayson Tatum to elite form, and Jaylen Brown playing like a legit MVP candidate.
From Tatum’s triple-double impact and defensive dominance to the team’s depth showing out in a statement win over Miami, this squad is starting to look like a true Finals favorite.
We dive into:
Tatum’s surprising (and fast) return to peak form
Why Jaylen Brown might be the most important player right now
Celtics depth: White, Hauser, Pritchard, and emerging bigs stepping up
Defensive concerns vs. offensive dominance
First-round playoff matchups (Toronto? Charlotte? Philly?)
Why Boston might be in the perfect position heading into the postseason
Plus: quick takes on the Eastern Conference playoff picture and which teams could actually cause problems.
The playoffs are coming… and the Celtics look ready.
🎙️ A short episode—but packed with big takes.
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