Neemias Queta’s absence exposed a problem the Celtics can’t ignore. The guys break down how Boston’s entire identity shifts when Queta isn’t on the floor, why fans suddenly realize how important he’s become, and what Joe Mazzulla’s small ball experiment really revealed in the win over Orlando. From Josh Minott at the five to surprise minutes from Boucher and the growing importance of Derrick White’s consistency, this episode digs into what worked, what didn’t, and what absolutely has to change.

Then it’s on to Detroit, where a red hot Pistons team riding a 13 game streak awaits. Can Boston survive a frontcourt featuring Jalen Duren bullying defenders into fouls and Cade Cunningham playing at an MVP level? And what happens if the Celtics really do have to face that size without Queta? Plus, the guys react to Jaylen Brown’s revelation that Tracy McGrady once talked him out of leaving Boston entirely.

All that and more in the newest episode of Hold My Banner hosted by Adam Kaufman & Ountae Campbell.

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