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Havlicek Stole the Pod NBA Basketball Podcast

Havlicek Stole the Pod
Boston Celtics
NBA Finals
NBA Playoffs
Dallas Mavericks
Cleveland Cavaliers
Al Horford
Jason Tatum
Celtics
Jalen Brown
Jaylen Brown
Kyrie Irving
Indiana Pacers
Derrick White
Eastern Conference Finals
Social Media Narratives
Luka Doncic
Jayson Tatum
Kristaps Porzingis
Donovan Mitchell
Luka Dončić

On Havlicek Stole the Pod, we go deep into the details, finding compelling narratives, data, stories and interviews you won't find anywhere else.

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Latest Episodes

The Boston Celtics are currently well past the three-fourths mark of the 2025-26 NBA regular season. And with that point in time having been arrived at, we are seeing an uptick in talk about the full-season awards that various Execs, coaches, and pla... more

Derrick White has carved out a critical role with the Boston Celtics on the court since being dealt to the team in 2022. And he has also become an integral part of the greater Celtics community off the court, from his Curbside Care charity events to ... more

With a certain St. Louis native having his injury report status changed from "out" to "questionable," the world of Boston Celtics (and NBA) fandom just kicked into overdrive. How will he change the Celtics season to date, where will he fit into this ... more

Jayson Tatum is playing 5-on-5 basketball again with the Boston Celtics, and fans of the team can almost feel his return to the court this season. But such a return is still, even now, not certain – nor is what will happen to the Celtics when he does... more

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Recent Guests

Derrick White
Starting guard for the Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics
Episode: Derrick White on Cousins from Boston, Tatum's Celtics return, and more
Keith O'Brien
Author of Heartland, A Forgotten Place, An Impossible Dream, and The Miracle of Larry Bird
Author
Episode: From Bird’s rise to Tatum’s return: A new book, a renewed Celtics
Howard Beck
Correspondent from The Ringer
The Ringer
Episode: What we should expect (and might get) in Jayson Tatum's return
Gio Rivera
Writer at Celtics Blog
Celtics Blog
Episode: Gambling! Expansion! Tanking! Everything the NBA is talking about
Bobby Krivitsky
Covers NBA insights for various platforms
Forbes, Hardwood Houdini
Episode: What Boston Celtics trade rumors should we watch at the deadline?
Richard White
Father of Derrick White and NBA media commentator
Episode: Contending with Boston Celtics narratives at the midpoint of the season
Cyro Asseo
Contributor at HoopsHype
HoopsHype
Episode: What do we think the Boston Celtics will do at the 2026 NBA trade deadline?
Kory Waldron
Analyst and writer at Full Access Hoops
Full Access Hoops
Episode: Checking on the gap year teams as Pacers, Celtics start their next eras
Jake Uitti
Author of 'The Chief', the story of the Boston Celtics' most enigmatic icon
Triumph Books
Episode: The new Robert Parish biography ‘The Chief’ and why you should read it

Hosts

Alex Goldberg
Host of Havlicek Stole the Pod; frequently covers Celtics and NBA analysis
Daniel Donabedian
Co-host with deep Celtics and basketball analysis experience
Dr. Justin Quinn
Co-host bringing medical/analytical perspective and Celtics insights

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Poor sound quality

    Terrible sound quality as you can barely hear them. Not sure if it’s their microphones or the sound mixer. The show itself is interesting; at least when I can hear it😁

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    slodude
    United Statesa year ago
  • A terrific podcast that keeps getting better

    I’ve been enjoying this podcast all year, and I can’t believe that my favorite episode is the most recent one — after the season ended! The discussion of a future Celtics ownership change was in-depth and wise without being boring. Smart guys talking about a team they love as much as I do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daymon's house
    United States2 years ago
  • The best

    Big Cam rocks and this pod is addicting. Great insight and basketball knowledge, must listen for any Celtics fan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tibken124
    United States2 years ago
  • Low talker

    I tried to listen to this podcast and found myself raising and lowering the volume constantly because one guy talks at a good volume while the other guy talked way too softly. And to make matters worse, the low talker talked way too fast and trailed off at the ends of sentences. I could barely understand him, even when I raised the volume. Then the guy who spoke at a reasonable volume would talk and I would have to quickly lower the volume.

    The quality of the podcast was so annoying it detract... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    A Cape Cod fan
    United States2 years ago
  • A fun informative podcast!

    I started listening to this podcast recently and I’ve been impressed with its panels expertise and insights. They bring such a unique perspective to each episode, and I appreciate how informative they are, using their analysis to back up their opinions.

    The rapport between the panelist is great, and they always find engaging topics to discuss. I’m excited for new episodes and highly recommend this podcast to sports/Celtics fans!

    I appreciate the gentle way in which they handle the players on... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fartun101
    United States3 years ago

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Some episodes are praised for deep historical context and book discussions.
Panel rapport and topic variety are frequently highlighted as a strength.
Sound quality criticism has been noted by several listeners.
Listeners appreciate strong Celtics analysis and guest expertise.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#225
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#209
Italy/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#83
China/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#94
Belgium/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#102
Finland/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#158
Brazil/Sports/Basketball

Talking Points

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The trial of whether the Celtics should trade Anfernee Simons
Q: What are the stakes involved in trading Anfernee Simons?
Trading Simons could disrupt the chemistry and performance of the current roster, preventing them from maximizing their championship potential.
The trial of whether the Celtics should trade Anfernee Simons
Q: Are the Boston Celtics a contender or not?
Based on their current record and performance, they are certainly a contender.
The new Robert Parish biography ‘The Chief’ and why you should read it
Q: How did you get Robert Parish to open up for the book?
Uitti mentions that Parish's partner helped him during the process, and they shared a good rapport, allowing Parish to feel comfortable opening up.
What we think about the Celtics early-season success and what Boston ought to do next
Q: What should the Celtics do for the next stretch of the season?
They can't really buy, but should decide if they want to sell at the deadline, keep things the same, or prepare for a busy off-season.
How the NBA can lessen injuries, bring Jayson Tatum back sooner, and help your aching back
Q: What are your thoughts on Jayson Tatum's injury and recovery?
His return should be based on his movement rather than a strict timeline.

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A tightly focused basketball podcast that blends current Celtics narrative, game-by-game analysis, and long-form basketball history. Episodes frequently center on roster decisions, injury returns, and league-wide topics like trades and salary cap implications, often anchored by expert guests who provide context on teams, players, and strategic frameworks. The show is notable for mixing rapid-fire news with deeper storytelling (e.g., a biography discussion) and for bringing in guests with strong Celtics context to enrich debates on rotations, spacing, and playoff outlooks.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Derrick White
2. Keith O'Brien
3. Howard Beck
4. Gio Rivera
5. Bobby Krivitsky
6. Richard White
7. Cyro Asseo
8. Kory Waldron

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