Brian discusses the Celtics’ loss to the 76ers on Christmas, and why the team has struggled a bit in December (0:45). Then, he shares his top Boston sports stories of the year, including the Celtics’ title run last season, Drake Maye’s rookie year, and the Red Sox acquiring ace pitcher Garrett Crochet (20:00). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 17 (40:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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