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The Boston Celtics enter the 2026-27 season with Jayson Tatum leading a revamped roster following the Jaylen Brown trade. Dave and Rachel analyze Tatum's increased leadership role and Paul George's fit on the new-look squad ahead of the October 8th opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Fans asked about depth chart battles, defensive identity, and whether Boston can maintain its dominance in the Atlantic Division. The hosts discuss spacing, switching schemes, and the impact of new signings like Jalen Duren on the broader NBA landscape. Key topics include Tatum's comfort as the alpha, George's defensive versatility, and projections for over 62.5 wins this season.

In this episode: Tatum's Leadership & Identity · Roster Battles & Depth · Hypotheticals & Lightning Round.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/nba/bos/2026-10-02/transcript.html

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