The Celtics aren't going down without a fight. After a dominant 127-102 win over the Knicks in Game 5, Jaylen Brown's message is clear: "Don’t count us out yet." But with Jayson Tatum sidelined, can Boston really force a Game 7? We break down the key differences in Game 5, standout performances, and whether this version of the Celtics can keep the momentum alive. Outside TD Garden, we asked Celtics fans for their one-word take on the team, graded Joe Mazzulla’s playoff performance, and put new ownership on the hot seat with the big question: run it back or blow it up?

Around the league, the Pacers and Timberwolves are moving on to the Conference Finals. Are fans sleeping on them? What’s next for the Cavs and Warriors after disappointing exits? And with the Thunder leading the Nuggets 3-2, is this the real championship series?

We also dive into NBA Draft Lottery chatter. Is it rigged? Could the Celtics make a surprise move into the lottery, or should they look ahead to the 2026 draft and AJ Dybantsa? Plus, how will Cooper Flagg fit in with the Mavericks?

All that and more in this week’s episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 Celtics vs Knicks Game 5 Recap

10:13 Banner Talk (Fans outside of TD Garden)

28:28 What’s Next For The Pacers, Cavs, TWolves, Warriors, Thunder, & Nuggets

44:00 Is the NBA Draft lottery rigged?

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