Ian Thomsen used to cover the NBA for Sports Illustrated and is the author of "The Soul of Basketball". Twitter: @IanThomsen   3:10  What to do with player safety as COVID-19 ramps up again   16:45 Nets trade for Harden gives them a talented top-3   27:05 ’08 Celtics gives Nets a blueprint for success    36:43 Celtics’ brass must be thrilled Kyrie isn’t their problem   48:14 Celtics place in East hierarchy    Available for downloads on iTunes and Stitcher on Thursday, January 14th, 2021. Celtics Beat is powered by BetOnline.AG. Go to BetOnline.AG and use the promo code CLNS50 for a 50% bonus on your first deposit!