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  1. Tuesday’s Morning Mashup: Coaches have confrontation in Rangers-Devils series

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    Tue, 22 May 2012

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    … of the top 10 iconic moments in NBA playoff history. Larry Bird ‘s steal against the Pistons in 1987 is No. 4. Magic ..... of the most memorable playoff games in history, with Larry Bird and Dominique Wilkins trading baskets in the fourth …

  2. Is LeBron James clutch?

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    Mon, 21 May 2012

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    … games. But I do wonder if we just remember the misses with James more because he's LeBron James. There is no bigger Larry Bird fan on the planet than me, but there were sometimes misses at the end of games. The difference between the two? Bird …

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  1. Larry Bird's Illustrious Career Continues, Curt Schilling's Business Venture May Not -- Mustard and Johnson Discuss

    Audio

    05/19/2012

    Mustard and Johnson continue the show chatting about the latest accolade for Larry Bird in which he was named "Executive of the Year" in the NBA. It's been quite the run for Larry and the guys take a look at the body of work. They then switch gears and give their take on the hardships facing Curt Schilling's video game company "38 Studios" and the various opinions on the hot-button topic.

  2. Mustard and Johnson Take a Look at the Week in Sports

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    05/19/2012

    Craig and LJ take a look back at a wild week in sports ... the AL East race with the surprise Orioles, more Celtics talk, Wes Welker's contract, and Larry Bird's latest accomplishment.

  3. Cedric Maxwell's take on the Celtics dominant win in game 3 vs the 76ers

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    05/17/2012

    We talk to Celtics broadcaster Cedric Maxwell for his take on the big game three win.

  4. Celtics dominate in Philly, take control back of the series

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    05/17/2012

    We discuss the Celtics dominant performance in Game 3, and how that kind of intensity can carry them even further than this round.

  5. Thursday, May 17th Whiner Line

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    05/17/2012

    Curt Schilling, there's some Rhode Island residents in sweat suits waiting for you out front.

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Columns

  1. Where Does 'The Truth' Stand?

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    05/08/2012

    … 1986-87 All-NBA First Team F: Larry Bird F: Kevin McHale C: Hakeem Olajuwon G ..... in 18 playoff games in 1969. 2. Larry Bird There is some momentum in Boston ..... hit a jumper with equal skill - but Larry Bird is the best offensive player in team …

  2. Brady-Manning a better rivalry than Bird-Magic

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    03/07/2012

    Here's a dirty little sports secret: The Larry Bird -Magic Johnson rivalry, the one that has spawned books ..... sport I've ever seen. And I wouldn't trade the 1986 Larry Bird for any player ever, except maybe the 1987 Magic. But …

  3. Red Sox would be wrong to retire Jason Varitek's number

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    03/01/2012

    … now, isn't there? Or maybe it's the way it's always been. Just seems more forced now -- Paul Pierce passes Larry Bird in career points, so it's time to make a case for Pierce being in Bird's class as a player. If the Patriots beat …

  4. As Celtics falter, Danny Ainge's test begins

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    02/21/2012

    … team again, but we’re also not likely to see a return to the dark ages like the franchise experienced in the post Larry Bird -era. Cap space offers flexibility and options when none existed before and Ainge has said repeatedly he won’t spend it …

  5. The Rajon Rondo conundrum

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    02/12/2012

    … times in the history of the NBA, by six other players . ( Magic Johnson did it three times.) The roll call: Magic, Larry Bird , LeBron James , Jason Kidd , Reggie Theus and Baron Davis . ( Hat tip to Beckley Mason for the find). “[Rondo] was edgy …

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Blogs

  1. Pacers' Bird named Executive of the Year

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    05/16/2012

    Pacers president of basketball operations Larry Bird was named the NBA's 2011-12 Executive of the Year, the league announced Wednesday. The distinction adds to an already impressive …

  2. Tony Battie: Paul Pierce ‘always lived and breathed and ate the game’

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    05/12/2012

    … Celtics-76ers rivalry of the 1980s was a thing of the past, although Battie remembers the 1985 choking match between Larry Bird and Julius Erving . “I guess the history spoke for itself,” said Battie. “Some of the older guys would remember …

  3. Doc Rivers: “Philly is Atlanta on steroids-if it’s a track meet that’s bad for us’

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    05/12/2012

    Doc Rivers: “Philly is Atlanta on steroids. If it’s a track meet, that’s bad for us.” There, in a nutshell, is the series plan for the Celtics. Doc Rivers said it on Friday at the team’s practice. He reiterated it Saturday, an hour before Game 1 with the quote above. Make sure you don’t let [...]

  4. Sean Grande’s NBA awards ballot

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    04/27/2012

    … award proud, meaning we’ll look back in five years and be glad he won. His name will fit in with all the others: Larry Bird , Duncan, Shaq, LeBron, Emeka Okafor . OK, not all the others. But the other two spots were very difficult …

  5. Fenway Park’s most memorable moments contest bios

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    04/16/2012

    … 1986 – This late-April game in 1986 was not expected to be a classic. Boston’s attention at the time was on Larry Bird and the Celtics, who were playing at the Garden that night in Game 2 of the second round of the playoffs. Roger Clemens …

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Audio On Demand

Chris Price checks in on …

Chris Price checks in on the Pats offseason and Welker signing his franchise tag

Christopher Price joins John Ryder to discuss Wes Welker signing his franchise tender. They also discuss what a crowded Patriots receiver corps will look like once the season starts, as well as the situation in the backfield.

Wes Welker, Patriots WR, on his contract status and the Patriots

Wes Welker joins Mut and Merloni to discuss his current contract status with the Patriots, if he thinks he'll be at the mandatory mini camp in June, and if he can see himself missing regular season games.

It Is What It Is Cast: Price and Chatham discuss the current state of the Patriots

In the latest edition of the "It Is What It Is" podcast, WEEI.com's Christopher Price and former Patriots linebacker Matt Chatham discuss the state of the Patriots at the midpoint of the offseason, touching on what they've accomplished in the draft and free agency. The two also discuss the impact former teammates Willie McGinest and Matt Light had on both sides of the ball, as well as a look at why some players struggle with life after football.

Stephen A. Smith: Boston …

Stephen A. Smith: Boston hasn't shown they can win it all

ESPN NBA Insider Stephen A. Smith chats with D&C about the Celtics trying to close out Philly and if there will be a Game 7 back in Boston. He also comments on KG's future, how the Pacers have awakened the Heat, how special a coach Doc Rivers is, and his reaction to SNL's Jay Pharoah impersonation of him.

Greg Stiemsma with Grande & Max after Game 5 against the 76ers

Grande & Max talked to the Celts big, who had three blocks and 10 points in the Game 5 victory.

Doc Rivers with Sean Grande before Game 5 against the 76ers

Sean talked with Doc at the Garden about the Sixers' comeback in the last game, and about the history of Game 5's.

Will Middlebrooks draws a…

Will Middlebrooks draws a balk to help the Red Sox beat the Orioles

Will Middlebrooks spoke with Joe Castiglione & Dave O'Brien after the Red Sox beat the Birds in Baltimore, 8-6

Mike Aviles hits his second leadoff home run in Philadelphia

Mike Aviiles hit his 2nd leadoff home run in a row, and spoke with Joe Castiglione & Dave O'Brien after the Red Sox take the series from the Phillies.

Red Sox broadcaster Dave O'Brien with the Big Show

We talk to Red Sox broadcaster Dave O'Brien to get a preview of Sox-Phillies this weekend, a state of the team report, and ask why Bobby Valentine seems to contradict himself to many different reporters all the time.

Ference: We didn't deserv…

Ference: We didn't deserve to win with how we played

Bruins Defensman Andrew Ference wraps up the Bruins Game 7 loss. He touches on just how the Capitals beat them, what his thought were on Ovechkin's performance, and how Tim Thomas' decision not to attend the White House visit affected the team.

Andy Brickley talks Game 7 Bruins and Capitals

NESN's Andy Brickley joined Dennis and Callahan to discuss the NHL playoffs and preview game 7 of the Bruins and Captials.

NESN's Jack Edwards with the Big Show

We're joined by NESN's own Jack Edwards after the Bruins knocked off the Caps in dramatic fashion to force a game 7 showdown this Wednesday at the Garden. Jack says: Bet on the Bear!

Bass is king for a day

Bass is king for a day

D&C breakdown Brandon Bass' domination in Game 5. The boys react to the C's poor first half, turning on the switch in the third quarter, Rondo changing the tone of the game, and the struggles the Celtics have had in Game 6 clinchers.

Stephen A. Smith: Boston hasn't shown they can win it all

ESPN NBA Insider Stephen A. Smith chats with D&C about the Celtics trying to close out Philly and if there will be a Game 7 back in Boston. He also comments on KG's future, how the Pacers have awakened the Heat, how special a coach Doc Rivers is, and his reaction to SNL's Jay Pharoah impersonation of him.

Beckett still not off the hook

John & Gerry chat about why Beckett is still so inconsistent and how well the Sox starting pitchers have performed. They also bring up if the Sox can comeback after their early season problems, the Yankees struggles and trouble with their long-term contracts, and Manny's return to baseball.

Celtics Sixers Game 5 pre…

Celtics Sixers Game 5 preview: Missing Avery Bradley

Mut and Lou preview Game 5 against the Sixers and talk about what a difference it makes when Avery Bradley is not on the floor playing defense.

Bob Ryan, Boston Globe, on the Celtics Sixers series and the NBA playoffs

Bob Ryan joins Mut and Merloni to discuss the Celtics loss to the Sixers in Game 4 and what he thinks will happen going forward.

Chris Mannix, SI, on the Celtics and an NBA Finals prediction

Chris Mannix joins the show to discuss the Celtics shocking Game 4 loss, Lebron James, and who he thinks will play in the NBA Finals.

Even if the Celtics make …

Even if the Celtics make the NBA finals, they won't get past the Thunder or Spurs

Even with the Celtics make a nice run in the Eastern Conference NBA playoffs, watching Oklahoma City and San Antonio play has made it abundantly clear that one of those teams will likely win the whole thing. We discuss.

Red Sox have won 8 of 10, was it a players only meeting that sparked this?

We discuss the Red Sox turn-around, and how it may be the players themselves who helped motivate each other by having a closed door meeting away from Bobby V and team management.

Wes Welker changes his tune again, plus welcome to the media Matt Light!

Matt Light makes his media debut on NFL Live on ESPN and Wes Welker dummies up after saying things are going well with the Patriots, then bad, then well again, then bad.

What to do with Kevin You…

What to do with Kevin Youkilis

Ryder and Kirk talk about what the Red Sox might do when their injured position players start making their return to the lineup and what that could mean for the struggling Kevin Youkilis.

Beckett Bounces Back

Ryder and Kirk Minihane are talking about Josh Becketts impressive outing against the Seattle Mariners. They also talk about the Celtics-76ers series and how much energy the Celtics will have in game 3.

What has been happening to the Red Sox

Mikey is back from Vegas and is talking all about his trip, the Mayweather-Cotto fight, Celtics and of course the Red Sox getting swept by the Orioles and what it will take for them to get things turned around.

Monday, May 21st Whiner L…

Monday, May 21st Whiner Line

The goon croons for a lost BeeGee, and Metallica on the accordion never sounded better.

Friday, May 18th Whiner Line

Rhode Islanders vs Schilling... and they ain't happy.

Whine of the Week - 05/18/12

This week's whine of the week winner. If you are our winner please send an email with all of your info to whineoftheweek@weei.com

Jermaine O'Neal, Celtics …

Jermaine O'Neal, Celtics C, talks about his tenure with the C's

Jermaine O Neal joins Mut and Merloni in an attempt to let fans hear his side of the story on his time in Boston. Jermaine denies ever wanting to go to the Heat.

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Celtics Sixers Game 5 pre…

Celtics Sixers Game 5 preview: Missing Avery Bradley

Mut and Lou preview Game 5 against the Sixers and talk about what a difference it makes when Avery Bradley is not on the floor playing defense.

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The impact of a Red Sox p…

The impact of a Red Sox player meeting

Dale, Steve and Rob discuss the news about David Ortiz calling a players meeting which has resulted in 7 wins out of the last 9 games. Ken Rosenthal was the national reported to break this story and Rob Bradford talks about how he heard nothing about it while following the team on the road and in the clubhouse.

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Avalanna Routh, Mrs. Bieb…

Avalanna Routh, Mrs. Bieber, talks about finally getting to meet her "husband" Justin Bieber

The adorable Avalanna Routh was diagnosed at 9 months old with a rare brain cancer called AT/RT and has undergone many surgeries over the course of her life. Last August, she put a smile on everyone's face, when she joined the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon and proclaimed her love for Justin Bieber. In fact, Avalanna had the chance to "marry him" thanks to the Jimmy Fund. On Monday, February 13th, Avalanna got to meet her "husband" for the first time. She, along with her parents Aileen and Cameron, sit down with D&C to talk about her big date with Justin Bieber. For more information, or to donate to AT/RT research, visit www.cureatrt.org.

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Chris Mannix, SI, on the …

Chris Mannix, SI, on the Celtics and an NBA Finals prediction

Chris Mannix joins the show to discuss the Celtics shocking Game 4 loss, Lebron James, and who he thinks will play in the NBA Finals.

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