They're Gonna Call It A Hard Foul?!

Jim Quigley and Mike Quigley
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"They're Gonna Call it a Hard Foul" is a weekly Boston Celtics podcast. For the 2024-25 season it’s banner 19 or bust.  We will breakdown all the wins and losses all season long. Hosts Jim Quigs and Michael Patrick.

  1. Jul 28

    Jayson Tatum is the Best Player in the East

    Tatum Is the Best Player in the East The Eastern Conference has been turned upside down. LeBron James is headed to Philadelphia. The Knicks are the defending Eastern Conference champions. The Celtics look completely different. And the Pistons, Pacers, Cavs, Heat, and Magic are all trying to make their move. This week, Jim and Mike break down the biggest offseason storylines, debate whether Philadelphia's new "superteam" can actually work, rank the best players in the Eastern Conference, and predict how the standings will shake out heading into the season. Is Jayson Tatum still the best player in the East? Is New York still the team to beat? And are the Celtics being massively underrated? All that and more on another episode of They're Gonna Call It a Hard Foul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Jayson Tatum is the Best Player in the East

  2. Jul 19

    Level Setting Expectations

    The NBA season is still months away, but it's time to set some realistic expectations. Jim and Mike break down what they've seen from Celtics Summer League, why they're encouraged by Hugo González, Dylan Mitchell, and the team's young talent, and what they expect from Jayson Tatum as he takes full control of the franchise. They also debate whether Paul George can still make an impact, whether Derrick White can bounce back offensively, and what Payton Pritchard's next step looks like. Plus, the guys discuss potential starting lineups, the future of the Celtics, LeBron's next move, and close with a heartfelt tribute to friend of the show Chris Matthews. Topics include: Summer League standouts Hugo González's development Expectations for Tatum, Pritchard, White & Paul George Predicting Boston's starting five LeBron rumors Remembering Chris Matthews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Level Setting Expectations

  3. Jul 2

    Disaster!

    The Celtics did what?! Jim and Mike react to the stunning reported trade sending Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers and don't hold back. Was this one of the worst trades in Celtics history? Why wasn't there a better market? Did Boston completely mismanage its championship window? The guys break down the return, debate Brad Stevens' offseason strategy, discuss what this means for Jayson Tatum, and look at the ripple effects across the NBA. They also dive into: Why this trade makes no basketball sense Whether ownership prioritized money over winning The Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley additions The Eastern Conference power shift What's next for Boston—and whether there's any path back to contention 🎙️ A passionate emergency episode from lifelong Celtics fans trying to make sense of one of the most shocking days in franchise history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Disaster!

  4. Jun 23

    The Fallout!

    Brad Stevens took his shot, and he shot a brick. Jim and Mike break down the collapse of Boston's pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo after reports surfaced that Jaylen Brown was included in trade discussions. What does this mean for Brown's future? Did Brad Stevens miscalculate? And is Boston now facing the fallout from a deal that never happened? The guys dive into: 🏀 Why the Giannis deal fell apart 🏀 Jaylen Brown's future in Boston 🏀 Whether the Celtics should still make a blockbuster move 🏀 Ownership's willingness to spend 🏀 Potential trade destinations and packages 🏀 The NBA landscape after Miami lands Giannis 🏀 Draft implications and what's next for Boston One of the most important Celtics offseasons in recent memory just got a whole lot more complicated. #Celtics #NBA #JaylenBrown #Giannis #BostonCeltics #NBATrades #HardFoul Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Jun 12

    What Can the Celtics Learn from the Knicks?

    The Knicks continue their surprising NBA Finals run, and Mike and Jim ask a question Celtics fans should be thinking about: what can Boston learn from New York's success? The guys break down the Knicks' resilience, the emergence of OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns' playoff performance, and why Jalen Brunson's leadership has helped push New York to the brink of a championship. They also discuss whether the Spurs' young core led by Victor Wembanyama could become the NBA's next dynasty and how San Antonio's defense has exposed some of New York's weaknesses. From there, the conversation turns to Boston. What separates these Knicks from the Celtics teams that have fallen short in recent postseasons? Does Boston need a major roster shakeup? Should Brad Stevens explore trades involving Jaylen Brown or Derrick White? Could Giannis Antetokounmpo be the answer? Plus: Why the Knicks' playoff mentality frustrates Celtics fans The Celtics' biggest offseason needs Trade targets and roster construction around Jayson Tatum The NBA Finals and the future of the Eastern Conference And, as always, a few completely unexpected detours Presented by the Fan First Sports Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What Can the Celtics Learn from the Knicks?

  6. May 12

    Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jaylen Brown

    The Celtics are out, the wounds are still fresh, and Jim and Mike are diving headfirst into the biggest question facing Boston this offseason: Would you trade Jaylen Brown for Giannis Antetokounmpo? From Jaylen Brown’s controversial postgame livestream comments to Brad Stevens’ cryptic press conference, the guys break down whether Boston is quietly preparing for massive roster changes. They also debate: Whether Brown still wants to be in Boston long term Why Giannis-to-Boston rumors suddenly feel real The risks of trading for a superstar with baggage Joe Mazzulla’s offensive philosophy and playoff failures The NBA’s growing foul-baiting and flopping problem Why today’s NBA feels softer than previous eras The return of old-school playoff intensity Plus: Larry Bird stories, playoff reactions, Celtics frustration, and classic Hard Foul chaos. If you’re a Celtics fan trying to process another painful ending, this episode is therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jaylen Brown

  7. May 4

    And just like that the season is OVAH!

    The doom-and-gloom edition is here. After blowing a 3–1 series lead—the first time in franchise history—the Celtics season ends in stunning (and painfully familiar) fashion. Jim and Mike break it all down: The Game 7 disaster and final 4-minute collapse Questionable coaching decisions and lineup chaos A series full of missed adjustments and missed shots Who deserves the blame (spoiler: pretty much everyone) And what this means for the future of the roster, the coach… and the franchise From “they had it” to “what now?”, this is the full autopsy of a season that should have gone further—but didn’t. It’s raw. It’s frustrated. It’s honest. 🎙️ “They were up 3–1… and they failed.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    And just like that the season is OVAH!

  8. Apr 28

    Embiid Returns… Celtics Dominate Game 4

    Joel Embiid is back — and it didn’t matter. The Celtics deliver their most complete performance of the series, dominating Game 4 in Philadelphia to take a commanding 3–1 lead. Jim and Mike break down how Boston controlled the game from start to finish, including elite defensive adjustments against Maxey, dominant rebounding, and a balanced offensive attack that Philly couldn’t stop. They dive into Jayson Tatum’s continued evolution as a complete superstar, Payton Pritchard’s impact, and why the Celtics’ depth has overwhelmed the Sixers. Plus: How Boston solved the pick-and-roll Why Embiid’s return created as many problems as it solved Derrick White showing signs of life Jaylen Brown’s ankle — something to watch Why this series now feels all but over The Celtics are one win away from moving on — and playing their best basketball at the right time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Embiid Returns… Celtics Dominate Game 4
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"They're Gonna Call it a Hard Foul" is a weekly Boston Celtics podcast. For the 2024-25 season it’s banner 19 or bust.  We will breakdown all the wins and losses all season long. Hosts Jim Quigs and Michael Patrick.

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