The Miami Heat recently unveiled Dwyane Wade's statue and the internet is letting them hear it! What does it mean for his legacy, and how do his comments resonate with fans? A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo drew attention with their first public appearance at this significant event, prompting a discussion on the importance of such moments in sports culture.

The guys also dive deep into the sustainability of the Celtics' "3 or Bust" offense. Is this high-risk strategy a winning formula, or is it bound for trouble?

As the NBA season heats up, the duo debates which team will remain undefeated the longest. With the Celtics, Cavs, and Thunder all vying for the title of the last unbeaten team, can the Celtics maintain their momentum against tough opponents like the Pacers and Hornets?

The conversation takes a turn when they ponder the likelihood of the Lakers making the Finals versus the Celtics missing the playoffs, leading to some spirited predictions.

And don’t miss their segment "Stop Me When You Hear A Better Player Than Payton Pritchard," as they explore the guard’s Sixth Man of the Year odds and compare him to other NBA role players.

Finally, they preview the Celtics' upcoming game against the Pacers and share their must-watch NBA League Pass games for the week. Some Victor Wembanyama and Cade Cunningham sightings are in your future!

Join us for all this and more on Hold My Banner, with your hosts 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.

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00:00 Intro

02:12 Starting 5 Season 2

07:10 Is the Celtics Offense sustainable?

24:06 Dwyane Wade Statue & Street

30:03 A'ja Wilson & Bam Adebayo At Statue Event

32:13 Last Undefeated NBA Team

35:00 Lakers To Make The Finals Or The Celtics To Miss It?

37:32 Stop Me When You Hear A Better Player Than Payton Pritchard

41:51 Celtics At Pacers

44:29 Must Watch NBA League Pass Games

46:40 Outro

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Boston is the Title Town! But who do fans root for the most between the Bruins, Celtics, Patriots, and Red Sox? Chad Finn tells Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell who he thinks Boston fans care to see win more. Rank these 4 for us! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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In this clip, the hosts preview two exciting NBA primetime matchups: the Pacers at Knicks, featuring stars like Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson, and the Suns at Lakers, where you can expect big performances from Kevin Durant and LeBron James. They discuss the intense rivalries and key players to watch in these high-stakes games.

The conversation then shifts to NBA League Pass games to keep an eye on. One host highlights the Nets at Magic, showcasing Paolo Banchero’s impressive performances, while the other emphasizes the thrilling Grizzlies vs. Rockets matchup, featuring standout players like Ja Morant, Zach Edey, Jalen Green, and Alperen Sengun.

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In this episode, the hosts dive into the buzz surrounding the NBA season, starting with a shoutout to the Clippers and the impressive Intuit Dome. It even had the Suns Kevin Durant and Devin Booker missing free throws. Travis dissects their ranking as the best arena in the league and then he shares three bold predictions for the season ahead.

The hosts also react to early NBA games, discussing injuries, standout performances, and the implications of Jimmy Butler's slow start. In their "Wicked or Kick It" segment, they judge the latest NBA outfits, featuring styles from Tyrese Haliburton, Tre Mann, and even Drake.

Looking ahead, the hosts preview exciting Friday night matchups, including the Pacers at Knicks and Suns at Lakers. They highlight must-watch League Pass games, with one focusing on Paolo Banchero’s rise in Nets vs. Magic, and the other spotlighting a thrilling Grizzlies vs. Rockets showdown.

The episode wraps up with an insightful interview featuring Chad Finn, Boston Globe writer and author of a new book about the Celtics. They ask Chad about the team’s likability and legacy, along with his thoughts on ranking Boston’s major sports teams.

Join us for this jam-packed episode as we navigate the highs and lows of the NBA season with Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell on "Hold My Banner"! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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00:00 Clippers New Arena - Intuit Dome

02:35 Best NBA Arenas

07:10 Look Around The NBA

09:13 Bold NBA Predictions

17:40 NBA Game 1 Overreactions

25:23 Wicked Or Kick It - NBA Outfits

33:20 Pacers At Knicks

35:24 Suns At Lakers

37:09 Friday NBA League Pass Must Watch Games

40:29 Chad Finn Boston Globe Interview

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Banner 18 for the Celtics should motivate the Lakers but instead Bronny James’ minutes are the talk of the town. Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell say it’s time for Los Angeles to get serious. Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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With the World Series approaching for the New York Yankees, Karl-Anthony Towns seems to be taking some notes from the Sandlot. Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell are not fans.

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In this episode we kick things off with a fiery discussion about the Celtics' impressive season opener against the Knicks. Travis reflects on the game with a passionate rant, questioning the Knicks' performance and humorously suggesting that the Celtics should be drug tested after their record-tying 29 three-pointers.

The duo reviews Ring/Banner Night and shares their thoughts on the Timberwolves facing the Lakers. Ountae chimes in on Travis's opening night rant, highlighting the need for Karl-Anthony Towns to step up and the Knicks’ lack of depth. As they analyze the Lakers' victory despite poor shooting, concerns for the Timberwolves arise.

In a fun segment, “Wicked or Kick It,” they judge NBA outfits from LeBron James to Jaylen Brown and Karl-Anthony Towns. The episode also previews the Celtics' upcoming game against the Wizards, discussing expectations for players like Poole, Kuzma, and Sarr, and offering score predictions.

Finally, they look ahead to the Thunder vs. Nuggets matchup, speculating on a potential Western Conference Finals preview and who will shine brighter: Nikola Jokic or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Join Travis and Ountae for all this and more, including some closing thoughts that you won’t want to miss, on "Hold My Banner"! Catch 'Hold My Banner' on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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00:00 Intro

02:20 Ring/Banner Night

05:43 Celtics Season Opener Vs Knicks Pt.1

08:30 Timberwolves At Lakers Pt.1

13:53 Celtics Season Opener Vs Knicks Pt.2

24:18 Timberwolves At Lakers Pt.2

30:16 Wicked Or Kick It

38:26 Celtics At Wizards Preview

42:54 Thunder At Nuggets Preview

46:01 Trav’s Closing Thoughts

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In this clip, we preview the upcoming matchup between the Celtics and the Wizards, questioning whether this game will be as messy as the season opener. We discuss what to expect from key players like Jordan Poole, Kyle Kuzma, and Alex Sarr, highlighting the crucial factors that could influence the outcome.

Then, we shift gears to the highly anticipated Thunder vs. Nuggets game, contemplating whether this could serve as a preview for the Western Conference Finals. We debate who will have the standout performance—Nikola Jokic or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander—and share our key takeaways to watch for in this exciting clash. Plus, we wrap up with our score predictions for both games. Join us for these insights and more with your hosts, Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell, on "Hold My Banner"! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. For the full episode click here: 

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In this clip, the hosts delve into their awards preview for the upcoming NBA season, sharing their picks for the most prestigious honors. They start with Coach of the Year, where Travis selects Ime Udoka of the Rockets, George backs Tom Thibodeau of the Knicks, and Ountae opts for Mike Budenholzer of the Suns.

The discussion continues with Sixth Man of the Year, highlighting candidates like Donte DiVincenzo, Buddy Hield, and Ben Mathurin. They also consider the Most Improved Player category, with picks including Evan Mobley, Jalen Williams, and Jonathan Kuminga.

Moving on to Rookie of the Year, they share their favorites: Zach Edey, Dalton Knecht, and Reed Sheppard. The hosts unanimously agree on Victor Wembanyama for Defensive Player of the Year, while they round off with a heated debate over the Most Valuable Player award, featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jalen Brunson, and Luka Doncic.

Join Travis Thomas, Ountae Campbell, and guest George Balekji for this engaging discussion packed with insights and predictions for the NBA's top accolades! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Way too early NBA Rookie of the Year prediction! Grizzlies' Zach Edey, Lakers' Dalton Knecht, Rockets' Reed Sheppard, or someone else. Travis Thomas, George Balekji, and Ountae Campbell talk it out! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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