Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Grizzlies, which featured Marcus Smart’s return to Boston (0:30). Then, Brian speaks with NESN’s Lou Merloni about the news that Theo Epstein is joining Fenway Sports Group, how it affects the Red Sox, other moves the Sox may make, playing with Pedro Martinez, and more (11:50). Brian ends with some Pats tidbits, including director of scouting Elliot Wolf’s ascent within the organization (50:30).
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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Lou Merloni
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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