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  • Knicks Exposed the Celtics Biggest Weakness in Game 1

    Knicks Exposed the Celtics Biggest Weakness in Game 1
    May 6 2025
    The Celtics blew a 20-point lead in Game 1 and the Knicks made them pay with a 108-105 overtime win that has fans in Boston on edge. We break down how the collapse happened, what the Knicks did to flip the script, and whether the Celtics should be worried heading into Game 2. We also hit the streets outside TD Garden with George Balekji for Banner Talk, where fans give their series predictions, and name their least favorite players. Then we debate whether we’d rather face the Cavaliers or Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. In the West, we preview the Timberwolves vs Warriors series with predictions, key matchups, and a look at who could be the most dominant player. Then we shift focus to teams heading into the offseason. What should the Rockets do to keep climbing? Can the Clippers finally get it right? And are the Pistons building something real or was this year just a fluke? All that and more on this episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Celtics vs Knicks Game 1 Recap 09:04 Banner Talk (Fans outside of TD Garden) 19:28 Who will the Celtics face? Cavs or Pacers 29:34 Timberwolves vs Warriors WC Semis Preview 35:40 What’s next for the Rockets? 41:00 What’s next for the Clippers? 45:56 What’s next for the Pistons? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Knicks Don’t Stand a Chance vs Boston! Celtics Fans Sound Off!

    Knicks Don’t Stand a Chance vs Boston! Celtics Fans Sound Off!
    May 1 2025
    A Celtics vs New York Knicks showdown could be coming, and we’re ready for it. Do the Knicks pose a real threat to Boston? We hit the streets outside TD Garden to hear from Celtics fans and send a message straight to New York. Plus, who is your least favorite Knick of all time? The Celtics just handled the Orlando Magic in five games. We break down what that series showed about Boston’s championship potential and what the Magic need to do this offseason to keep improving. We also look at which playoff teams have the best chance to force a Game 7. Can the Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers, or Houston Rockets extend their seasons? Later, we dive into what’s next for the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers. Will Giannis Antetokounmpo stay in Milwaukee? Can the Lakers build a true title contender around LeBron James and Luka Doncic? Finally, Travis Thomas takes on the challenge of guessing the top 10 NBA jersey sellers for the 2024–25 season. All that and more in this episode of Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Will the Celtics End the Magic Season Tonight?

    Will the Celtics End the Magic Season Tonight?
    Apr 29 2025
    Is the Celtics vs. Magic series about to end tonight, or will Orlando pull off the unthinkable? In this action-packed episode, the guys dive deep into the heart of the NBA playoffs as the first round heats up. They break down the Celtics vs. Magic Game 5 preview, reflecting on key takeaways from Games 3 and 4 and pondering if this could be the Magic's last stand or if they'll go down swinging. With the Warriors holding a 3-1 lead over the Rockets, can Houston keep their season alive? Plus, Travis reveals if he’s still holding faith in his Rockets bet. The Lakers find themselves in a 3-1 hole against the Timberwolves. Will they force a Game 6, or are their playoff hopes all but over? Who could have predicted the Timberwolves would take such a commanding lead? As the Grizzlies eye the future, the crew discusses what they need to do this offseason to return to the top of the West and who might be the right fit for their head coach opening. The Heat’s playoff collapse raises some tough questions about their future. Do they need a full rebuild, or is this just a blip in the road for Heat culture? And with Giannis Antetokounmpo's potential free agency looming, the hosts analyze where the two-time MVP might land next. Could the Knicks, Nets, Heat, or even the Lakers be suitors? The guys also touch on Damian Lillard’s torn Achilles, exploring how it impacts his future and whether he can bounce back to All-Star form. Catch all the hot takes and breakdowns in this must-listen episode, hosted by Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell of Hold My Banner. Watch 'Hold My Banner’ every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Intro 00:35 Celtics vs Magic Round 1 Game 5 Preview 11:17 Is it over for the Rockets? 19:37 Is it over for the Lakers? 28:13 What’s next for the Grizzlies? 34:34 What’s next for the Heat? 41:00 Giannis Antetokounmpo best landing spots? / Dame Lillard’s Injury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • No Jayson Tatum No Problem! Celtics vs Magic NBA Playoffs

    No Jayson Tatum No Problem! Celtics vs Magic NBA Playoffs
    Apr 25 2025
    No Jayson Tatum, no problem? The Celtics pulled off a big win in Game 2 without their superstar, taking a 2-0 series lead over the Magic as the action shifts to Orlando. Jaylen Brown picked up the slack with a huge performance, leading Boston on both ends of the floor. We break down how the Celtics made it happen, who stood out for both teams, and whether the game played out as expected. We also hit the streets to ask Celtics fans how confident they are in chasing banner 19, which team worries them the most, and who their all-time favorite Celtic is. Next, we look ahead to Games 3 and 4. Will Tatum return after his wrist injury? What are the keys to success for each team, and how do we see things playing out? We wrap things up with full recaps and previews from around the league, including Pacers vs Bucks, Lakers vs Timberwolves, and Rockets vs Warriors. Find out who is stepping up, which teams are in trouble, and what to expect next. All of that and more on this episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell. Catch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Intro 01:00 Celtics vs Magic Game 2 Recap 10:35 Banner Talk: Celtics Fans Get HYPED 23:10 Celtics vs Magic Game 3 & 4 Preview 27:40 Pacers vs Bucks Game 3 Preview 34:04 Lakers vs Timberwolves Game 3 Preview 41:48 Rockets vs Warriors Game 3 Preview 48:19 Get Well Soon Alijah Arenas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown Banged up by the Magic! Can the Celtics Survive Game 2?

    Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown Banged up by the Magic! Can the Celtics Survive Game 2?
    Apr 23 2025
    Did the Celtics nearly blow it against the 7-seed Magic? We break down a surprisingly tense Game 1 and preview what’s at stake in Game 2, including growing concerns around Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s health. Then we shift west as the Warriors take a 1-0 lead over the Rockets. Can Houston adjust and contain Steph Curry like they did in the regular season? In the East, the Knicks and Pistons are tied 1-1 heading to Detroit. Is this series more competitive than anyone expected? We also dive into the Nuggets vs Clippers battle, now knotted up 1-1 as the series heads to L.A. Plus, reactions to Mavericks GM Nico Harrison’s first press conference since the shocking Luka-AD trade, and Cooper Flagg officially declares for the NBA Draft. We rank the three best lottery fits for the projected top pick. All that and more on this episode of Hold My Banner with George Balekji and Ountae Campbell. Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn 00:00 Intro 01:06 Celtics vs Magic 14:43 Rockets vs Warriors 25:35 Knicks vs Pistons 34:30 Nuggets vs Clippers 43:12 Mavs GM Nico Harrison 1st Press Conference 47:35 Ranking Cooper Flagg’s Best NBA Fit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Dee Brown Breaks Down Celtics vs Magic: Should Boston Be Worried?

    Dee Brown Breaks Down Celtics vs Magic: Should Boston Be Worried?
    Apr 18 2025
    Are the Celtics in trouble? Some believe the Magic might pull off the upset no one saw coming. Celtics legend Dee Brown joins this episode to dive deep into the Celtics vs. Magic first-round showdown, breaking down the keys to victory for both teams, whether Orlando’s defense and Paolo Banchero can shock the East, and how many games this series might go. Dee also shares his take on Boston’s playoff run and what it will take to hang another banner in the rafters. Dee opens up in a powerful, wide-ranging conversation about life after knee surgery, his bond with the late Reggie Lewis, and a terrifying moment when he was held at gunpoint by Boston police in a case of mistaken identity. He shares why he chose to stay in the city despite that experience, talks race and community in Boston, and reflects on what he learned from his time under Rick Pitino. We also cover the rest of the playoff picture. Dee breaks down the East contenders, the rise of young teams like the Thunder and Rockets, and whether veterans like LeBron and Steph still have a Finals run left in them. He gives his Finals prediction, MVP pick, and thoughts on how the league’s coaching turnover is changing the game. We close with full previews of Lakers vs. Timberwolves, Knicks vs. Pistons, and Rockets vs. Warriors. Can any underdogs flip the bracket? Don’t miss this playoff-loaded episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell. Catch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Celtics vs Magic Playoff Series Preview 05:05 Dee Brown Celtics City Interview 20:25 Dee Brown NBA Playoffs Preview 37:20 NBA Playoffs Round 1 Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Celtics City: Dee Brown Opens Up About Police Incident (Clip)

    Celtics City: Dee Brown Opens Up About Police Incident (Clip)
    Apr 18 2025
    Dee Brown opens up about the stories in Celtics City, sharing a chilling story of when police mistakenly pulled guns on him in a case of mistaken identity. He reflects on why he chose to stay and thrive in Boston despite the traumatic experience, and discusses race relations in the city and how his conversations with legends like Bill Russell and Robert Parish shaped his perspective. Dee also talks about the lessons he learned during his career, especially from his time under Rick Pitino. Don’t miss this powerful and revealing conversation on Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell. Catch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts. For the full episode click here: GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Payton Pritchard 6MOY?! Our Shocking NBA Awards Picks!

    Payton Pritchard 6MOY?! Our Shocking NBA Awards Picks!
    Apr 16 2025
    The NBA Awards conversation is heating up, and yes, Payton Pritchard is getting real love in the Sixth Man of the Year race. With the regular season wrapped, it’s officially awards season. If you had a vote, who would you pick for MVP, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, and more? The guys lock in their picks with some surprising differences along the way. Then it’s time for the playoff preview spotlight: Nuggets vs. Clippers and Pacers vs. Bucks. Who's got the edge, and how much does coaching really matter when it’s win-or-go-home? And speaking of coaches, what’s next for the Phoenix Suns after parting ways with Mike Budenholzer? Plus, it’s matchmaking time. Where should Kevin Durant land next if things get rocky in Phoenix? The crew runs through dream destinations from the Thunder to the Spurs. Wrapping things up: WNBA Draft talk! Which teams crushed it, who filled major gaps, and which rookies are ready to make an immediate impact? All this and more on the latest episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell. Catch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Intro 02:00 NBA Awards 18:22 Nuggets (4) vs Clippers (5) Playoff Preview 24:11 Pacers (4) vs Bucks (5) Playoff Preview 30:30 Phoenix Suns have fired head coach Mike Budenholzer 35:34 What team is the best fit for Kevin Durant? 48:00 WNBA Draft Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
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