Locked On Celtics With Rainin' J's

Boston Celtics survive a gritty showdown with the Atlanta Hawks as Payton Pritchard explodes for 36 points off the bench. Can the Celtics maintain their momentum as Jaylen Brown recovers from Achilles tendinitis and Jason Tatum battles back from a rough shooting night? John Karalis of Celtics On SI breaks down how Boston’s bench powered the win, spotlighting key performances from Pritchard, Luka Garza, and Jordan Walsh. Discussions center on offensive rebounding, Derrick White’s uncharacteristic struggles, and Tatum’s big fourth quarter. Insights include Joe Mazzulla’s rotation adjustments, Jordan Walsh's defensive impact, and Neemias Queta's growth as a passing big. With playoff minutes looming, the Celtics' depth and resilience are tested—will this bench keep delivering as the stakes rise? Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click