How About Them Celtics Podcast - Episode Transcript Notes

Key Points and Updates

Recording Information
- Recorded on Wednesday, July 10th
- Scheduled to be released on Thursday
- Jack, Sam, and Bobby Kritzky heading to Vegas for Summer League
Derek White Joining Team USA
- Kawhi Leonard out, Clippers benched him from Team USA
- Derek White praised for his defensive play and role player effectiveness
- Joining Team USA provides extra guard defense
- Celtics now have 1/4th of Team USA roster
- Expected game dates:
  - Showcase Games: July 10th, 15th, 17th, 20th, 22nd
  - Group Stage Games: July 28th, July 31st, August 3rd
  - Knockout rounds if they advance: Aug 6th, 8th, 10th
Jaylen Brown's Reaction
- Sent cryptic tweets possibly in response to not being selected for Team USA
- Speculation over Nike's influence
- Suggested he might consider playing for other national teams
Jason Tatum News
- Cover athlete for NBA 2K24
- Discussed extension with the Celtics, excited and committed long-term
- Discussed winning the championship and its impact
- Interview snippets
  - Thankful to Bucks for allowing Drew Holiday trade
  - Grew confidence in championship potential with team additions
  - Winning championship a huge relief and motivation boost
NBA Media Rights Deal
- New 11-year deal worth 76 billion, starting from 2025-26 season
- Major networks: ESPN, ABC, NBC, and Amazon Prime
- TNT's continued involvement pending
- Deal aims to elevate player salaries
- Opens path for league expansion
Cade Cunningham and Pistons Updates
- Cade signed a 5-year max extension
- Pistons claimed Paul Reed off waivers
- Updated roster includes Tobias Harris, Tim Hardaway Jr., Jaylen Duren, and others
Victor Wembanyama Highlight
- Chris Paul discussed Wembanyama’s impact and unique skills
- Noted league-wide surprise after playing against him
Lauri Markkanen with Jazz
- Jazz planning to retain Markkanen, rejecting major trade offers
- Noted Warriors' interest in acquiring him
- Comparison to Mikal Bridges of Nets, potential long-term Jazz investment
Cooper Flagg's Performance
- Dominated at Team USA scrimmage, gaining attention
- Rising star expected to be key player in future basketball events
Evan Fournier and Dennis Schroeder Conflict
- Got into a physical altercation during practice
- Highlights the intensity among NBA players during international play

Rat List Highlights

Verizon Store Experience
- Long wait times due to inefficient service processes
- Only one employee capable of handling specific tasks
Online Orders
- Frustration with misleading shipping notifications
- Items often marked as shipped but delayed significantly
Packing and Unpacking
- General inconvenience and dislike for the task
- Extra annoyance with packing for long trips
Seasonal Issues
- Summer heat makes outdoor activities like running very difficult
- Preference for winter over summer

Listener Engagement

Encouragement for listeners to email their thoughts and rat list items
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This podcast covers a variety of Celtics-related updates and general NBA news, with the key segments focusing on player moves, team performances, and league-wide developments.