Boston Celtics Plan to CONQUER Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs—Why It MATTERS Now
Boston Celtics Plan to CONQUER Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs—Why It MATTERS Now  
Podcast: Locked On Celtics - Daily Podcast On The Boston Celtics
Published On: Wed May 20 2026
Description: Victor Wembanyama’s rise is rewriting the NBA’s balance of power—can the Boston Celtics find a true “Wembanyama stopper” before it’s too late? John Karalis of Celtics On SI and Tom Westerholm spotlight the transformative impact of Wembanyama’s skillset on team building, debating whether Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown has what it takes to contain the Spurs’ generational star. The conversation tackles leaguewide strategies, potential trade targets like Giannis Antetokounmpo, and why Wembanyama’s unique physical tools could force franchises to rethink their entire roster approach. The episode also delivers sharp takes on the Celtics’ window of contention, the future roles of key contributors like Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, and off-court drama featuring Jaylen Brown and Stephen A. Smith. Don’t miss expert insight on what it will take for Boston to outmaneuver San Antonio and sustain championship ambition in the age of Wembanyama Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonceltics.supercast.com   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today!   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.   Reddit Reddit is where the real fans hang out. Download the Reddit app and dive into your favorite team for hot takes, fresh memes, and the group chat that never sleeps.   QuoMake this the year where no opportunity - and no cutsomer - slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnba. DoorDashFrom tipoff to overtime, stay in your bag and order on DoorDash.Get snacks, drinks, gear — whatever gets you through the season — delivered right to your door.DoorDash. In your bag all season long. PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use codeLOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.