In the latest episode of The HoopsHype Podcast, Alex Kennedy is joined by Boston Celtics point guard Shane Larkin. They discussed a number of topics including…

0:40: His free agency experience and having to decide between overseas offers and a return to the NBA.

2:00: Leaving significant money on the table to return to the NBA on a minimum contract.

3:20: Why he decided to sign with the Boston Celtics.

5:00: How nice it is being part of a first-class organization that has a lot of stability.

6:30: How excited he is to play with stars like Isaiah Thomas, Gordon Hayward and Al Horford.

8:20: His thoughts on Brad Stevens and what role Coach Stevens has in mind for him.

10:15: His untapped potential, since he’s still just 24 years old.

12:00: How good can this Celtics team be?

13:30: With the Cleveland Cavaliers dealing with the Kyrie Irving drama and failing to make a big addition, is there a feeling in Boston that this is the year the Celtics can advance to the NBA Finals?

15:30: How playing overseas helped his confidence.

18:00: What aspects of his game improved during his time overseas?

20:30: His experience playing for Rick Carlisle on the Dallas Mavericks and his thoughts on Dennis Smith Jr.

23:00: What are some weaknesses in his game that he’s trying to improve?

24:50: How does the competition in the Euroleague compare to the NBA?

30:30: How he likes to play and what system he feels he fits best in.

32:30: How hard was it to learn the Triangle Offense with the New York Knicks and can it still be effective in today’s NBA?

38:00: How his time with the Miami Hurricanes compared him for the NBA.

42:00: His time as a baseball player and how his father, Hall of Fame shortstop Barry Larkin, has guided him throughout his career.