Boston Celtics fans demand answers as the team’s promised fast pace slows to a crawl—are rebounding woes and lineup challenges holding them back from unleashing true offensive firepower? In a new mailbag episode, John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal explores why the Celtics remain at the bottom of the NBA in pace despite early-season vows to run, breaking down the real culprits, from transition struggles to the impact of new rotation pieces like Payton Pritchard and Anfernee Simons.Trade speculation heats up as Boston eyes potential big-man upgrades, with names like Ivica Zubac and Santi Aldama in the rumor mill. Karalis discusses possible roster shakeups, the pros and cons of switching up the starting five, and what recent NBA surprises mean for the Celtics’ playoff outlook. Can Boston reset expectations and find the missing piece for a championship run? Don’t miss this all-access look at the strategy and speculation shaping the Celtics’ season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashNext time someone goes off for 50, use promo code NBA50the next day to get 50% off on DoorDash with DashPass — plus your shot at the Bag Drop.DashPass members only. 50% off up to $10 the day after a 50-point game with promo code. Terms apply.No Purchase Necessary. Ends April 13th. Open to U.S. residents 21 or older. Visit https://DoorDashInYourBag.com for full details.DoorDash — In your bag all season long.QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA.RipplingGet Rippling FREE for 6 months. Terms and conditions apply. See site for details: https://app.rippling.com/legal/promotermsPrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use codeLOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.Click Here:https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA SKIMSShop SKIMS Men’s now at https://SKIMS.com.When you place your order, choose “podcast” in the post-purchase survey and select our show from the dropdown to let them know we sent you.The SKIMS Holiday Shop is open — so if you’re looking for the perfect gift this season, SKIMS has you covered.RugietVisit https://rugiet.com/lockedonnbato get 15% off your first order.And don’t forget to use our code LOCKEDONNBA so they know we sent you.Rugiet — stop making excuses and start making moves. RobinhoodYou expect more from yourself. Expect more from your money. Get started today at robinhood.com/yourmoney. Your money. Your move. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. Options, futures, and crypto trading carry significant risk and may not suit all investors. Securities offered through Robinhood Financial LLC, member SIPC. Futures trading is offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC and not SPIC or FDIC protected. Crypto offered through Robinhood Crypto, LLC (NMLS ID 1702840), not FDIC or SIPC protected. Portfolio management offered by Robinhood Strategies, an SEC-registered advisor.Gamet