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Welcome to First to the Floor, a Boston Celtics channel bringing you levelheaded overreactions, occasional coherent analysis, and a few laughs (we hope). The First to the Floor team, Ben Vallis, Jake Issenberg, and Wayne Spooney, might not be traditional members of the media, but that’s some of our charm. As part of the CLNS Network, we have unique access to great guests like Abby Chin, Chris Forsberg, Drew Carter, and sometimes we even let Barstool’s Dan Greenberg join. No matter how you like your Celtics content, we’ve got you covered. Between full-length pods, live game watch-a-longs, articles for Celticsblog, clips, and film breakdowns, let us be your spot for everything Celtics. We aren’t in this for the money (otherwise we’d all be homeless by now), we do it because it’s fun. And what makes it fun is interacting with our listeners. F2TF isn’t just a podcast, it’s a community. So, jump into the community, join the Discord, subscribe on YouTube and your favorite podcast app.
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- 2 days ago1h 6m
Why Celtics Fans Shouldn’t Panic About LeBron to the Sixers | Jordan Walsh Extension & Tatum's Leadership Comments
LeBron James has officially signed with the Philadelphia 76ers on a minimum deal, joining Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey to create the most hateable roster in the Eastern Conference. But should Celtics fans actually be worried? Spoony and Jake break down why Philly’s top-heavy, high-usage build might look scary on paper but comes with massive fit, depth, and health question marks. Plus, we dive into Brad Stevens’ long-term vision of "possession maxing," the Jordan Walsh extension steals, Mitchell Robinson’s impact, and Jayson Tatum’s pointed comments on leadership. In this episode, we cover: [01:46] LeBron to the Sixers: Sizing up Philly’s new superteam, usage rate clashes, hate-watching potential, and why regular season depth beats a fragile top end. [09:00] The Celtics' Big Picture Strategy: Brad Stevens' focus on depth, possession margins, roster optionality, and those valuable future draft picks. [13:40] Boston Live Show Announcement! We’re planning a live show in Boston this November — details on how to get on the headcount list. [22:00] Regular Season Machine vs. Playoff Ceilings: Why Boston is built to rack up regular season wins while Philly faces title-or-bust pressure. [26:40] Frontcourt Depth & Young Upside: Mitchell Robinson’s fit, Hugo Gonzalez’s trajectory, and Jayson Tatum’s return to full health. [39:25] Tatum’s Leadership Comments: Analyzing Jayson Tatum’s recent camp quotes about leadership and whether there was a message behind the words. [51:25] Jordan Walsh Extension Breakdown: Why securing Walsh on a team-friendly deal is another masterclass in modern cap management. Get Involved: 🎟️ Boston Live Show (Nov 2026): Join our Discord or drop us a DM on Twitter/X to let us know if you're coming so we can finalize venue sizing! 💬 Join the Community: Hop into the Discord for live chat during games, episode discussions, and off-season takes. ⭐️ Enjoying the show? Don't forget to like, subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share with fellow Celtics fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 4 days ago1h 1m
The Jaylen Brown Appreciation Show
Lebron reaction will be up later today. All the trade talk has simmered down, and we're left with a gaping hole in the fabric of modern Celtics culture. It's time to stop and celebrate the Jaylen Brown era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 6 days ago1h 10m
Summer League Grades, getting under the tax, and Brad Beal rumors
Jake and Sam LaFrance dish out grades for the 2026 Celtics Summer League team. Plus, where do the Celtics rank in the East in the upcoming NBA season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago50 min
Chris Cenac Jr. looks like a young Chris Bosh
Did the Celtics happen to nail the draft this year (again...?) ? Chris Cenac Jr is showing genuine promise after three summer league games. Plus, other Celtics news and the Lebron James "decision part 3" situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 25m
Thank God Summer League is Here
Dan (Greenie) Greenberg joins Jake Issenberg and Wayne Spooney to discuss Game 1 of the Celtics' Summer League campaign, plus Greenie gives his thoughts on the Jaylen Brown trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago44 min
Jaylen's influence on the trade, plus.. SUMMER LEAGUE!
According to recent reports, Jaylen Brown may have left the Boston Celtics with no choice but to trade him to the Philadelphia 76ers. Also... Summer League preview! Finally some basketball again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago50 min
Defending the Jaylen Trade is Easy
Brad Stevens and Bill Chisolm met with the media yesterday to try and explain why the Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown, but people still aren't getting it. Why can't people understand the logic of this trade, and what are the major arguments for and against it? 🎧Subscribe to the audio podcast: https://bit.ly/4e5auYC 📷Follow us on Instagram: / firsttothefloor18 ✍️Check out Spooney's work on CelticsBlog: https://bit.ly/3zotdzs 📝Check out Jake's work on CelticsBlog: https://bit.ly/3zlVVko 👕Buy our MERCH, Support the show!: https://bit.ly/fttfmerch 💚JOIN THE PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/firsttothefloor Download the PrizePicks app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! That’s code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. A Preferred Partner of the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 19m
The Ripple Effect of the Jaylen Brown Trade
The Jaylen Brown trade just keeps on giving. It's been a few days now, and new details and rumors continue to emerge. Why do the Celtics think they're better without JB? Did Brad Stevens or Jayson Tatum make the call? What else is going on here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
About First To The Floor: A Boston Celtics Podcast
Welcome to First to the Floor, a Boston Celtics channel bringing you levelheaded overreactions, occasional coherent analysis, and a few laughs (we hope). The First to the Floor team, Ben Vallis, Jake Issenberg, and Wayne Spooney, might not be traditional members of the media, but that’s some of our charm. As part of the CLNS Network, we have unique access to great guests like Abby Chin, Chris Forsberg, Drew Carter, and sometimes we even let Barstool’s Dan Greenberg join. No matter how you like your Celtics content, we’ve got you covered. Between full-length pods, live game watch-a-longs, articles for Celticsblog, clips, and film breakdowns, let us be your spot for everything Celtics. We aren’t in this for the money (otherwise we’d all be homeless by now), we do it because it’s fun. And what makes it fun is interacting with our listeners. F2TF isn’t just a podcast, it’s a community. So, jump into the community, join the Discord, subscribe on YouTube and your favorite podcast app.
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