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Are the Celtics one Domantas Sabonis trade away from dominating the East? We kick things off with a bold mock deal that would send Sabonis to Boston, and debate whether giving up two firsts and key role players is worth it. Could he be the final piece to a championship roster?

Then we take a look at new Celtic Georges Niang and what he brings to this squad heading into his 6th NBA team in 10 years. Can his experience help lead this young core?

Later, we dive into your viewer questions. Should the Celtics tank for Giannis? Is Ben Simmons worth a veteran minimum flyer? And what’s really going on with Hugo González after a shaky Summer League?

Plus, Marcus Smart is a Laker. How will Boston fans react, and can LA revive his career? We close out with a breakdown of Cooper Flagg’s Summer League performance and what it means for his future in Dallas.

All that and more in this episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Kasey Hudson & Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 Domantas Sabonis To The Celtics?

21:19 Viewer Questions About The Celtics

34:50 Marcus Smart Joins The Lakers - How will Cs fans react?

46:25 Cooper Flagg Is the Real Deal?

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Which Celtics players must take the next step in 2025-26 if Boston wants to stay on top? We’re talking Payton Pritchard’s case for the starting point guard spot, Baylor Scheierman’s role and defensive concerns, and which young prospects like Josh Minott or Luka Garza could actually crack the rotation.

Then we dive into the LeBron James sweepstakes. With Dallas now the betting favorite to land him, how would a move to the East shake up the Celtics' outlook? What does it mean for Bronny James, and should teams seriously consider trading for both?

Next up, Bradley Beal is heading to the Clippers. Does this new lineup featuring Harden, Kawhi, and Beal finally make them a true contender, or is it another overhyped roster?

We wrap with a fun NBPA guessing game to close things out.

All that and more on this episode of Hold My Banner with Adam Pellerin and Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 Celtics Team Outlook (Viewer Comments)

20:02 Will LeBron James Request A Trade?

32:31 How Good Are The Clippers With Bradley Beal?

42:44 NBA Guessing Game: Poeltl

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Is Damian Lillard to Boston already a done deal in the minds of Celtics fans? We break down what a Lillard signing would mean for the team’s depth chart, how it impacts Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, and whether the Celtics instantly become title favorites for the 2026-27 season. Plus, the guys dissect the Celtics Summer League performance. Are Jordan Walsh and Hugo Gonzalez showing real rotation potential, or is it just offseason hype? Then we react to Bleacher Report’s Top 100 NBA Players of All-Time. Did Jayson Tatum and Paul Pierce get disrespected? Should Larry Bird and Bill Russell be higher? And is Steph Curry really ranked ahead of Kobe Bryant? We wrap with a fan-favorite game of NBPA Guess That Player along with plenty of laughs and sidetracks.

All that and more on this episode of Hold My Banner hosted by Adam Pellerin and Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 What If Damian Willard Joined The Celtics

10:34 Celtics NBA Summer League Update

24:11 Bleacher Report’s Top 100 NBA Players of All-time

42:07 NBA Guessing Game: Poeltl

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The Celtics are shopping Anfernee Simons... but are any of these wild trade ideas actually worth it? In this episode, we react to rumored deals involving Brandon Clarke, Nikola Vucevic, and even DeMar DeRozan. Which trade helps Boston win now, and which ones make zero sense?

Then we tackle the big question: who’s starting at center next season? With Al Horford likely gone and the depth chart thinning, can guys like Neemias Queta or Xavier Tillman step up, or should Brad Stevens swing another trade?

We also preview Summer League action, spotlighting Year 2 players under pressure and some exciting rookies to watch (no, not just Cooper Flagg).

To close the show, it’s time for the NBPA Guessing Game “Poeltl”. Can Travis & Ountae figure out who they’re is thinking of?

All that and more on this episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 Celtics Trade Ideas For Anfernee Simons

18:26 Celtics Starting Center & Point Guard?

36:57 NBA Summer League Preview 

46:01 NBA Guessing Game: Poeltl

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Did the Celtics just open the door for Damian Lillard or Bradley Beal to join the squad? Jrue Holiday is off to Portland, and now Boston might be looking for a new backcourt star. Could Dame be the short-term answer? Is Beal a better fit next to Jayson Tatum? The hosts dig into what either move would mean for the Celtics’ title window, defense, and long-term direction. Listener tweets raise hot questions about Georges Niang, Anfernee Simons, and what Brad Stevens should do next. Then it’s Summer League standouts, player development talk, and a rapid-fire round of blind rankings to close.

All this and more on Hold My Banner, hosted by Kasey Hudson and Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 Damian Lillard & Bradley Beal: Celtics Offseason Moves

21:20 Fan Questions About Celtics Offseason

36:52 Celtics NBA Summer League Preview

45:23 Rank the Players & NBA Events

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The Celtics are reportedly interested in Damian Lillard, but would he actually fit next to Tatum and Brown? Is bringing him off the bench with Payton Pritchard starting a wild idea or exactly what this team needs? The guys also react to Boston signing Josh Minott and what it means for the rotation, plus a fan suggests Bol Bol as the answer to the Celtics frontcourt depth. Later, the question turns to Georges Niang and Anfernee Simons. Will either be on the roster when the season starts, or are trades coming? Then it's time to look out west. Deandre Ayton is joining LeBron and Luka in Los Angeles. Is that enough to make the Lakers a real threat in the West? The episode wraps with a big-picture debate: is the NBA dynasty era officially over, or are we just in a brief moment of parity?

All that and more on this episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Adam Pellerin and Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 Damian Lillard & Other Celtics Offseason Moves

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Are the Celtics quietly rebuilding or straight-up tanking for AJ Dybantsa? With NBA free agency officially underway, we kick things off by diving into Boston’s head-scratching offseason moves, including signing Luka Garza, letting Luke Kornet walk to the Spurs, and drafting three under-the-radar prospects in Hugo Gonzalez, Amari Williams, and Max Shugla. Is this a long-term strategy or a sign the front office isn’t confident in another title run?

Then we break down the biggest winners and losers of NBA free agency so far. The Rockets, Hawks, and Magic are stacking talent, while the Lakers, Suns, and yes, even the Celtics might be heading in the wrong direction.

After that, it's time to revisit our bold 2024-25 NBA predictions. Why did Ountae put the Magic at 3 in the East? Was George right to doubt the 76ers? And did Travis actually believe in the Cavs that much? We also take a second look at our West rankings, our skepticism of the Suns, our pessimism about the Rockets, and George's spicy take on De’Aaron Fox.

Finally, we check our receipts on Finals picks and NBA award predictions. Did any of us actually get it right? From MVP to Rookie of the Year, we either look like geniuses or frauds.

All that and more on this episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas, George Balekji, and Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 Celtics Offseason Moves & Free Agency

13:19 NBA Free Agency Day 1 Winners & Losers

24:24 Our 2024-25 NBA Predictions Recap - East & West Standings

41:26 Our 2024-25 NBA Predictions Recap - Finals & NBA Awards

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Did the Celtics just draft a future star or a long-term project at pick No. 28? We dive into the Hugo González selection and what Brad Stevens had to say about the international wing with big upside. From his size and defense to the skills he still needs to polish, we break down what fans should expect from him and how he might transition to the NBA after limited EuroLeague minutes. Plus, Kristaps Porzingis is out and Georges Niang is in as Boston shakes up the roster with a three-team deal. We look at why the Celtics made the move and whether Niang will stick around. We also share our winners and losers from a chaotic Draft Day 1, debate the ESPN broadcast, and judge the best and worst outfits in this year’s “Wicked or Kick It.” And with the Thunder now champs, we ask the big question: how would the 2025 squad stack up against the Celtics from 2024? 

All that and more on Hold My Banner, hosted by George Balekji and Ountae Campbell.

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Celtics fans are celebrating after Boston pulled off a surprise trade that sent Jrue Holiday to Portland and brought back scoring guard Anfernee Simons. We break down why this move has Celtics Nation buzzing, how it fits into Boston’s long-term plans, and what it means for the team’s cap situation.

We also take a deep look at the latest Kristaps Porzingis rumors. ESPN floated a wild three-team trade involving the Bulls and Grizzlies. Is this a smart way to manage the cap or a sign that Boston is making bold moves?

Then we preview the 2025 NBA Draft. With picks 28 and 32, what should the Celtics be looking for? Should they focus on frontcourt depth, a long-term point guard, or a reliable wing? And how do rookie contracts help Boston navigate the luxury tax?

After that, we drop our way-too-early predictions for the 2026 NBA champions. Can the Thunder go back-to-back? Are the Cavaliers, Pacers, or Timberwolves ready to break through?

To close out the episode, we react to the blockbuster deal that sent Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets. What does this mean for the development of young stars like Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr.? Did the Suns get enough in return or is this the start of a rebuild?

All that and more on Hold My Banner, hosted by Kasey Hudson and Ountae Campbell.

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00:00 Celtics Trade Jrue Holiday For Anfernee Simons

23:33 Celtics NBA Draft Preview

34:58 WAY-Too-Early 2026 NBA Champions Predictions

46:24 Kevin Durant traded to the Houston Rockets

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Is Jaylen Brown really on his way out of Boston? A wild new trade rumor has the Celtics star headed to San Antonio, and we’re breaking it all down. From Brett Siegel’s latest report to a massive three-team deal proposed by Sports Illustrated, we dive into what it would take for the Celtics to move Brown and whether the Spurs have enough to get it done.

We’re also joined by college basketball insider John Fanta for an in-depth NBA Draft preview. Could the Celtics trade up for the number two pick? What would Dylan Harper bring to Boston? We also cover top point guard options, sleepers to watch, why Ace Bailey might be slipping, and how the 2025 draft class stacks up.

Later, we preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers. Can Indiana survive with a banged-up Tyrese Haliburton? What are the keys to the game and who has the edge if this series goes the distance?

And of course, we close out with Wicked or Kick It as we judge some bold NBA fits from SGA, Lil Yachty, Myles Turner, and more.

Catch it all on this episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Kasey Hudson and Ountae Campbell.

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