Brian talks with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about recent QB prospects around the NFL and how their situations compare to Mac Jones's in New England. Does the locker room still believe in Mac? Then, they take a trip down memory lane as James recalls the toughest opponents he played against, the biggest trash talkers, most underrated teammates, and more (0:15). Then, Brian recaps the Celtics' win in Memphis and does a metric man breakdown of Kristaps Porzingis’s play this year (45:00). Brian and producer Jamie then chat about the Pats’ draft positioning after the Giants’ surprise win today, take an email about the C’s, discuss their bets from Week 11, and get ready for the Celtics-Bucks showdown on Wednesday and Thanksgiving football (1:16:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti 
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Did the Pats Set Mac up to Fail? Plus, Porzingis Saves the Celtics.

Veteran Boston sports personality Brian Barrett has teamed up with The Ringer for a podcast dedicated to all things Boston. From Fenway to Foxborough to the Garden, 'Off the Pike' features instant reactions to the biggest games and stories in town, plus unique conversations with local and Ringer personalities.

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Brian starts by discussing his confidence level heading into Game 5 of the Finals and why Jayson Tatum’s shooting slump has him slightly worried (0:45). Then, he talks about why the Celtics’ advantage in the math game should still propel them to a title and which parts of their game they need to get back to in order to finish the job (22:25). Brian and Jamie end by talking about the Finals and some best bets for Game 5 (32:35). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti 
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Is the Big Tatum Game Coming?

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ blowout loss in Dallas on Friday night, how Dallas’ offense managed to penetrate Boston’s defense, why the C’s offense struggled to generate good shots all of a sudden, and whether or not there is reason for concern going forward for the Celtics in this series (0:30). Then, Brian answers some listener calls, before he and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the game and the sports weekend ahead (41:00).  
 We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Michael Pina Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti 
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The Celts Get Thumped in Game 4

Brian chats with NBC Sports Boston’s Drew Carter about the Celtics' roller-coaster win over the Mavs in Game 3 of the Finals, Jaylen Brown’s huge second half, how the C's exploited Luka Doncic’s poor defense, and Drew’s first season as the Celtics’ TV play-by-play announcer (0:30). Then, Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie wrap up with some thoughts on the game and Tom Brady’s Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony (52:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Drew Carter Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti 
 
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Celtics Are One Win Away From a Title!

Brian discusses the latest injury news surrounding Kristaps Porzingis and his injured ankle, and how the Celtics will fill his shoes if he can’t go in Game 3 (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann about the NBA Finals, adjustments the Mavericks need to make as the series shifts to Dallas, Jayson Tatum’s shooting efficiency and his play overall, Jaylen Brown’s tight defense, and more (13:15). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on Porzingis’s injury, and Finals media day on Tuesday (58:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: J. Kyle Mann Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti 
 
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Porzingis Is Hurt Again. Plus, J. Kyle Mann on Game 3 Adjustments.

Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Mavericks on Sunday night to take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. He covers Jrue Holiday’s incredible performance, another injury scare for Kristaps Porzingis, an up-and-down game from Jayson Tatum, and a superb defensive performance by the entire Celtics squad (0:45). Then, he takes some listener calls reacting to the game, before he and Jamie offer up some last licks on the game. We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti 
 
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Did the Pats Set Mac up to Fail? Plus, Porzingis Saves the Celtics.

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