Best Pure Hoops Podcasts (2025)

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Pure Hoops with Justin Turpin - Most teams can't defend the Celtics like the Magic 20:42

4h ago20:42

20:42

WEEI's Justin Turpin joins Jones and Keefe to recap the Celtics vs. Magic series. Turp thinks the Magic's tough defense was a great early challenge for the C's. Jayson Tatum is playing at an MVP level.

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Full Show - 4/30/25 2:39:55

2h ago2:39:55

2:39:55

The Jones & Keefe Show from Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

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HR4 - Did Bill Belichick issue a statement about his CBS Sunday Morning interview? 41:38

2h ago41:38

41:38

Jones and Keefe got back into Bill Belichick's interview with CBS News and the Patriots decision to release long-snapper Joe Cardona. Before the Clip Du Jour and Crossover with the Afternoon Show, it's the Grab Bag.

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HR3 - Is this the best Jayson Tatum we've seen in 8 years? 40:47

2h ago40:47

40:47

Jones and Keefe were joined by Justin Turpin, WEEI's Celtics insider, to discuss last night's series-clinching Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic and the C's next round matchup against either the Detroit Pistons or the New York Knicks. The guys continued to talk about Jayson Tatum's performance in last night's win. Finally, Jones and Keefe discussed…

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HR2 - Who are the leaders on the Patriots' current roster? 38:28

2h ago38:28

38:28

Jones and Keefe got into the New England Patriots, the expectations of offensive lineman Will Campbell, and the team's decision to release long-snapper Joe Cardona. Before discussing the Red Sox and their third straight win, the guys answered a round of questions on a Would You Rather? Wednesday.

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HR1 - Who is the Celtics' biggest remaining threat? 38:58

2h ago38:58

38:58

Jones and Keefe kicked off the show discussing the Boston Celtics and Jayson Tatum's performance in the C's series-clinching Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic. The C's now await the winner of the Pistons-Knicks series.

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Grab Bag - Lucas Giolito is making his Red Sox debut tonight 22:14

3h ago22:14

22:14

Another first round exit for Doc Rivers, Pistons force game six, NHL Playoff update, Falcons fined for Shedeur Sanders prank call, Stephon Castle named NBA Rookie of the Year, Clip du Jour.

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Did Bill Belichick stop Jordon Hudson from releasing her official statement? 19:02

3h ago19:02

19:02

Jones and Keefe debate what happened after Jordon Hudson said she was releasing an official statement on social media yesterday. Did Bill Belichick tell her not to? Cleaning house of your former captains is the right move for the Patriots.

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Which remaining playoff team is the biggest threat to the Celtics? 18:24

4h ago18:24

18:24

The Celtics needed a series like the Magic to battle test them in the playoffs. Jones and Keefe think the Cavaliers and Thunder are the biggest threat to the C's.

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Would you rather Wednesday | Red Sox hit five homers last night 21:42

7m ago21:42

21:42

would you rather have Jrue Holiday or Derrick White? Would you rather bet on 100 humans or one gorilla to win a fight? The Red Sox offense is waking up.

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Mike Vrabel continues to clean house, Patriots release Joe Cardona 16:16

15m ago16:16

16:16

Jones and Keefe react to the Patriots releasing long time long snapper Joe Cardona. Is Vrabel doing the right thing by cutting ties with most of the leaders from last year's team?

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Tatum dominating a playoff series is exactly what fans want to see 23:06

37m ago23:06

23:06

Jayson Tatum is showing some toughness early on in the Celtics' 2025 playoff run. Which remaining team is the biggest threat to the Celtics' repeat chances? Jones and Keefe think Giannis is a loser.

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The Celtics look mostly healthy heading into round two of the NBA Playoffs 15:13

34m ago15:13

15:13

Jones and Keefe react to the Celtics completing a gentlemen's sweep of the Orlando Magic. The Celtics looked awful in the first half, leading to Jayson Tatum taking over to secure the win. Can the C's keep winning this way in future playoff matchups?

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Full Show - 4/29/25 2:41:17

20h ago2:41:17

2:41:17

The Jones & Keefe Show from Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

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HR1 - How much better are the Patriots after the NFL Draft? 37:50

20h ago37:50

37:50

Jones and Keefe opened up the show discussing the state of the New England Patriots after the NFL Draft. The guys got back into Bill Belichick's interview with CBS News. Is UNC worried about the Belichick-Jordon Hudson relationship? Finally, Jones and Keefe read one of Belichick's emails that was released by Hudson.…

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HR2 - Why the Celtics need to close out the Magic tonight 40:23

20h ago40:23

40:23

Jones and Keefe listened to and talked about Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane ripping into critics. The guys also previewed tonight's Boston Celtics Game 5 matchup against the Orlando Magic at the TD Garden. On a Tier Tuesday, Jones and Keefe ranked some of the wildest sports relationships. To wrap up the hour, the guys previewed the Red…

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HR3 - As constituted, are the Patriots a playoff team? 43:17

20h ago43:17

43:17

Jones and Keefe were joined by Tom E. Curran, of NBC Sports Boston, to discuss what he liked about the Patriots draft and how much the team has improved. The guys continued to talk about the Patriots and their biggest remaining needs to address. Finally, it's Keefer Madness.

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HR4 - How long will Bill Belichick's tenure at UNC be? 39:44

20h ago39:44

39:44

Jones and Keefe continued to discuss the Patriots, if Will Campbell can move from left tackle to left guard, and more on Bill Belichick's CBS interview. The guys talked about the stories they didn't get to in the Grab Bag. To close out the show, it's the Clip Du Jour and the Crossover with the Afternoon Show.…

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Grab Bag - George Kittle signs extension with 49ers 20:02

5h ago20:02

20:02

NBA and NHL Playoffs updates, Diontae Johnson signs with the Browns, Random baseball player of the day, Clip du Jour

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How long will Bill Belichick coach at UNC? 18:57

5h ago18:57

18:57

Jones and Keefe react to Will Campbell's first visit to Gillette Stadium, and revisit the strange CBS interview with Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson.

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Goals for Drake Maye in year two | Keefer Madness 22:09

17m ago22:09

22:09

How much better will the Patriots be next year? Are playoffs a realistic expectation? Snake falls into woman's margarita at Mexican restaurant in Virginia.

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Tom E. Curran joins - The Patriots got significantly better this offseason 21:00

1h ago21:00

21:00

Tom E. Curran thinks Will Campbell was a reach at pick 4 but addressed a key need. The receiver room may be overcrowded now with new additions Stefon Diggs and Kyle Williams.

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Tier Tuesday | Red Sox vs. Blue Jays preview 22:40

7h ago22:40

22:40

Jones and Keefe tier the wildest relationships. Have the Red Sox improved since their last series vs. the Blue Jays? This is a sneaky important series for the Sox.

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Where do the Patriots rank in the AFC East? | Will the Celtics close it out tonight? 17:08

7h ago17:08

17:08

Bills' GM Brandon Beane calls out radio hosts for complaining about Bills receivers. Are the Patriots more talented than any of their AFC East rivals? Are you worried about the Cavs?

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TMZ updates the interesting dynamic between Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson 19:57

8h ago19:57

19:57

Jones and Keefe react to Jordon Hudson interrupting Bill Belichick's CBS interview when he was asked about how they met. UNC is reportedly worried about Hudson's influence on Belichick.

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How much better are the Patriots after the draft? 17:01

8h ago17:01

17:01

Jones and Keefe debate whether or not the Patriots can make the playoffs after a well received draft class. What are their biggest remaining weaknesses?

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Will Garrett Crochet Pitch In WBC? | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' 6:22

1d ago6:22

6:22

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The only thing missing from Team USA being the favorite in the upcoming World Baseball Classic is something that has eluded the squad in each of these tournaments - getting the absolute best starting pitchers to participate. Bradfo catches up with Garrett Crochet to get his perspective on playing, whil…

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Full Show - 4/28/25 2:45:01

1d ago2:45:01

2:45:01

The Jones & Keefe Show from Monday, April 28, 2025.

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HR1 - Will this series with the Magic leave a mark on the Celtics? 40:35

1d ago40:35

40:35

Jones and Keefe kicked off the show breaking down the Boston Celtics Game 4 win over the Orlando Magic last night. The guys also talked about Jayson Tatum's wrist injury and Tatum's relationship with head coach Joe Mazzulla. Finally, Jones and Keefe talk about how the physical play of the Magic could impact the Celtics.…

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HR2 - How would you grade the Patriots draft? 43:14

1d ago43:14

43:14

Jones and Keefe got into the Patriots and this year's draft picks. How would you grade the Pats draft results? The guys also recapped Bill Belichick's interview with CBS News' Sunday Morning. To wrap up the hour, Jones and Keefe discussed how much better the Patriots are with Mike Vrabel as head coach.…

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HR3 - Is this series against the Magic a wake-up call for the Celtics? 38:08

1d ago38:08

38:08

Jones and Keefe got back in the Celtics and C's 3-1 series lead on the Magic after last night's Game 4 win. The guys also discussed Jayson Tatum's relationship with C's head coach Joe Mazzulla. Finally, Jones and Keefe talked about the Boston Red Sox weekend series win over the Cleveland Guardians.

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HR4 - Favorite and least favorite picks from the Patriots draft 43:00

1d ago43:00

43:00

Jones and Keefe discussed the Patriots drafting offensive lineman Will Campbell and the other players selected at this year's NFL Draft. Before the Clip Du Jour and the Crossover with the Afternoon Show, it's the Grab Bag.

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It's Time for Grab Bag! 13:31

15h ago13:31

13:31

Jones and Keefe discussed the stories that they didn't get to today in the Grab Bag.

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Is stealing home the most exciting play in sports? 8:25

16h ago8:25

8:25

Jones and Keefe talked about the Boston Red Sox and their weekend series win over the Guardians in Cleveland.

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Is Joe Mazzulla's "Get up" comment still in Jayson Tatum's head? 5:22

16h ago5:22

5:22

Jones and Keefe discussed Jayson Tatum's relationship with C's head coach Joe Mazzulla.

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Do the Magic have a blueprint to frustrating the Celtics? 16:36

17h ago16:36

16:36

Jones and Keefe talked about the Celtics and C's 3-1 series lead on the Magic after last night's Game 4 win.

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How much better are the Patriots with Mike Vrabel as head coach? 4:42

17h ago4:42

4:42

Jones and Keefe discussed the Patriots and how the team has improved under Mike Vrabel.

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What are your favorite and least favorite picks from the Patriots draft? 13:32

18h ago13:32

13:32

Jones and Keefe discussed the Patriots and this year's draft picks. How would you grade the Pats draft results?

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When Lionel Hollins KILLED Mike Conley and the team like a SAVAGE | Out The Mud Moment #4 5:49

18h ago5:49

5:49

Lionel Hollins absolutely LOST it on the Grizzlies 😂By Tidal League

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Has the Magic physicality exposed the Celtics? 3:06

18h ago3:06

3:06

Jones and Keefe talked about how the physical play of the Magic could affect the Celtics.

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Takeaways from the Celtics Game 4 win over the Magic 17:49

19h ago17:49

17:49

Jones and Keefe break down the Boston Celtics Game 4 win over the Orlando Magic last night.

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Best of the Red Sox on WEEI: When Will Roman Anthony Get Called Up? 59:14

3d ago59:14

59:14

The best conversations about the Red Sox this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Sam Kennedy joins The Greg Hill Show to talk about Lucas Giolito’s pending return and when we might see top prospect Roman Anthony called up. Rob Bradford makes his weekly appearance on Jones & Keefe, Alex Cora joins WEEI Afternoons, and …

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Best of the Patriots on WEEI: Mixed Reactions to Will Campbell Pick 1:22:06

3d ago1:22:06

1:22:06

All the best reactions to the Patriots drafting offensive tackle Will Campbell fourth overall from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Plus, the man himself, Will Campbell, joins WEEI Afternoons after being officially introduced at Gillette Stadium.