Are the Celtics worth the money?

A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss the Celtics signing Sam Hauser to a four-year extension that keeps another title-winning squad member in Boston beyond next season. In addition, it continues to pile on to what will be one of the most expensive payrolls in NBA history.

With Sam Hauser’s recent four-year, $45 million extension, the Celtics are clearly committed to their core, including stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, as they aim for championship glory. We discuss the implications of their financial decisions amidst the new CBA’s constraints and explore the potential for a roster shake-up if ownership changes hands. Join us as we analyze the balance between immediate success and sustainable growth, and what it all means for the future of this storied franchise. Don’t miss our insights on the evolving landscape of international basketball and how it impacts the Celtics’ stars on the global stage!

0:00 – Intro
2:02 – Excitement in France
5:11 – Sam Hauser’s contract
8:26 – Second apron discussion
10:12 – Celtics’ win-now strategy
12:20 – Sam’s contract value
19:40 – Paying for championships
22:44 – Risk of second apron
24:31 – Wyc’s Celtics sale
27:12 – Ownership debt concerns
30:41 – Possible trade candidates
32:14 – Salary cap challenges
34:18 – Second apron penalties
39:40 – International player impact
42:54 – Global player impact
46:30 – Celtics’ expectations

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Jackson Tolliver

Jackson Tolliver is a producer, writer, and editor for CLNS Media. He graduated from Emerson College in 2024 where he studied journalism, focused on sports media. He previously worked for The Boston Globe as a sports correspondent and WHDH 7News as a broadcast writer.