Locked On Celtics With Rainin' J's

Boston Celtics rally past Miami Heat after sluggish start, powered by a resurgent Derrick White and bold adjustments by Joe Mazzulla. Can Vucevic’s arrival spark a new offensive identity for the Celtics as they eye a top seed in the East?John Karalis of Celtics On SI spotlights Boston’s 98-96 comeback, analyzing how the Celtics overcame a 22-point deficit by ditching the double-big lineup and unlocking key contributions from Payton Pritchard, Derrick White, and newcomer Nikola Vucevic. The discussion dissects Joe Mazzulla’s in-game adjustments, Jaylen Brown’s honest postgame reflections, and lineup questions involving Luka Garza and Neemias Queta. Plus, hear how Boston’s defense clamped down in the second half and why this gritty win, coupled with the Knicks’ loss, could shape the playoff race. Will the Celtics’ revamped bench and strategic tweaks hold up as the postseason looms?Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free aud