
Jay King
NBA reporter covering the Boston Celtics for The Athletic, providing team analysis, injury updates, and trade/deadline insights.
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Dec 12, 2025 • 26min
Will Jayson Tatum return for the Celtics this season?
Jay King, an NBA reporter for The Athletic covering the Boston Celtics, dives into the team's unexpected competitiveness this season. He analyzes the recent loss to the Bucks, highlighting Boston's struggles with shooting and defense. King discusses Jalen Brown's evolution as a key playmaker and the emergence of Jordan Walsh. The centerpiece of the conversation focuses on Jayson Tatum's rehab progress post-Achilles surgery and the potential timelines for his return this season, speculating on how his comeback would reshape the Celtics' prospects.

Sep 10, 2025 • 57min
Celtics and Kings Season Preview
Deuce Mason, a Sacramento Kings analyst from NBC Sports California, and Jay King from The Athletic, who covers the Boston Celtics, dive into the upcoming NBA season. They discuss expectations for Kings star Domantas Sabonis and the potential duo of LaVine and DeRozan. Key roster changes and the Kings' strategy for improvement are examined. Shifting to the Celtics, they analyze Jalen Brown's leadership and roster adjustments, plus prospects for trades and the team's competitiveness in the Eastern Conference.

Aug 26, 2025 • 49min
Should Steph Curry be a top 10 player? - Episode 5 Basketball 100
Join Jay King, who covers the Boston Celtics, and Kelly Iko, the Houston Rockets correspondent, as they dive deep into the debate on Steph Curry's legacy. The duo explores the ranking of basketball legends, including Shaquille O'Neal and Larry Bird, while emphasizing the impact of both iconic and unsung players. They dissect the criteria for greatness, weighing peak performances against historical context, and discuss whether recent trends in performance affect legacy. It's a spirited conversation that challenges listeners' perceptions of NBA history!


