Brian reacts to the Kristaps Porzingis trade before chatting with Mass Live’s Brian Robb about the Celtics trading Jrue Holiday to Portland for Anfernee Simons and some draft picks (0:35). Then, they discuss who else could be on the move on the Celtics, Jayson Tatum’s recovery, the intricacies of the NBA’s luxury tax penalties, and more. Then, Brian tries to understand the raft of injuries that have plagued the NBA playoffs in recent years and the downsides of the luxury tax penalties (47:15). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and some final thoughts on the NBA’s collective bargaining agreement (1:08:30).

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: Brian Robb

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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: Brian Robb

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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