Chris Forsberg covers the Boston Celtics for NBC Sports Boston. Chris joins the program to discuss the dead zone of NBA news, the progress of Jayson Tatum, and what to make of Porzingis' recent comments. X: @chrisforsberg_

2:15 Celtics won’t shed picks to trade players on roster

10:07 Jayson Tatum ahead of schedule?

23:13 Will Boston use Disabled Player Exemption?

28:20 C’s should be looking for more low-risk, high-reward players

48:39 Porzingis compares Boston to Atlanta

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