Brian Barrett hosts the "Off the Pike" podcast for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics ascent to the top of the Eastern Conference, Jaylen feeling disrespected, and what he wants to see from Brown when Tatum comes back. X: @itsbrianbarrett

8:27 Celtics getting key contributions from role players consistently

14:56 Coach of the Year odds

34:05 Jaylen being petty about losing Eastern Conference Player of the Month

48:41 Jaylen and Jayson fitting together

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