Justin R. Turpin

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Writer and Producer at WWEI-FM (Brighton, MA)

I write and talk about the Boston Celtics for @WEEI 5-Star Rider on Uber and Lyft Contact: [email protected]

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'I don't want to let him down'

2 weeks ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

Earlier this week, Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel emphasized the pivotal role of the team's front seven this season, pointing to the significant investment made to bolster that unit. "I think that's got to be a strength for us this year, that front seven," said the coach, a former 14-year NFL linebacker himself. "We certainly invested in that position, and I like how they're competing. Of the 14 new faces the Patriots signed during free agency, eight came on the defensive side of the ball.
After an early setback, Stefon Diggs is providing the Patriots with what they were looking for

2 weeks ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

As Stefon Diggs walked up the stairs and onto the practice fields at Gillette Stadium on Monday afternoon, Josh McDaniels had one arm draped over his shoulder, the two sharing a laugh. When the wide receivers went into individual drills, Diggs was the first to participate. After his rep, he would mentor the younger players (Kayshon Boutte, Ja'Lynn Polk, Eftin Chishim, among others).
Celtics assistant GM Austin Ainge leaving to reunite with father in Utah

3 weeks ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

The first domino of what is shaping up to be a very busy offseason for the Celtics has fallen. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Utah Jazz are hiring Celtics assistant general manager Austin Ainge as their next President of Basketball Operations. Ainge spent the last six seasons as Boston's assistant GM and has been with the front office since 2011. Before that, he served as the head coach of the G League affiliate, the Maine Red Claws, for two seasons.
Jayson Tatum earns fourth consecutive All-NBA First Team selection

1 month ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

For the fourth consecutive season, Jayson Tatum has been named to the All-NBA First Team. He joins Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder), Nikola Jokic (Nuggets), Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks), and Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers) on this year's First Team. Tatum was one of four unanimous selections, as he, Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic and Antetokounmpo got First Team votes on all 100 ballots.
5 takeaways from Brad Stevens' end-of-season presser

1 month ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

One week ago, Brad Stevens was in New York, sitting on the Celtics' bench alongside assistant general manager Austin Ainge, watching Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown go through their pregame warmups. They probably felt like they were in a good spot. After falling behind 0-2, the Celtics responded with a 22-point win in Game 3 and had a chance to even the series, potentially stealing back home-court advantage. They had no idea what kind of disaster was coming. Flash forward one week.
What's next for Al Horford?

1 month ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

Before a game last week against the Knicks, Al Horford's father, Tito, was sitting on the Celtics' bench at Madison Square Garden. "Tito," a Celtics fan standing in the crowd along the baseline yelled. "Tell Al not to retire!"Tito turned around with a smile, acknowledging the fan's plea. Retirement hasn't really been a thought, at least not publicly.
Just like that, a new era of Celtics basketball is on the horizon

1 month ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

NEW YORK - Joe Mazzulla and Al Horford congratulated and spoke briefly with some players and coaches of the Knicks before exiting the floor at Madison Square Garden under flashing blue and orange strobe lights. "Knicks in 6, baby!" a Knicks fan yelled down at Horford as he entered the tunnel. "Adios, Joe! Adios," yelled another towards Mazzulla. It was a scene nobody would've imagined even a few weeks ago.
Jayson Tatum has a ruptured Achilles. Now what?

1 month ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

The worst nightmare has become reality for Jayson Tatum and the Celtics. Tatum suffered a ruptured right Achilles tendon in the Celtics' Game 4 loss to the Knicks and underwent surgery on Tuesday. The injury puts his availability for the 2025-26 campaign in jeopardy. "No timetable is currently available for his return, but he is expected to make a full recovery," the Celtics announced.
What's next for the Celtics after Jayson Tatum's devastating injury?

1 month ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

NEW YORK - Jaylen Brown took a seat at the podium with his head down. "It's tough," he said after a long exhale. "There's not really much to say," he added, shaking his head after a seven-second pause. There were plenty of deep breaths and long silences throughout the night following the Celtics' 121-113 loss to the Knicks - a loss that put them in a 3-1 hole in their Eastern Conference Semifinals series. But the result was secondary. The main concern was Jayson Tatum. "Tonight is tough," Brown added.
Payton Pritchard yearned for a moment like Game 3, and he delivered

1 month ago | audacy.com | Justin R. Turpin

NEW YORK - Payton Pritchard is a competitor. He's always been that way. He relishes the opportunity to compete on the biggest of stages when the lights are the brightest. So when the Celtics found themselves with their backs against the wall, down 0-2 in hostile territory, of course, he embraced the moment. "You wouldn't want to be in any other position as a competitor. This is the best moment you can be in, down 2-0, backs against the wall," he said.