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What made AJ Dybantsa choose BYU and become the highest-ranked recruit in school history? In this clip from our interview, AJ explains why he made the move, how it’s changing the game, and his thoughts on BYU’s Sweet 16 chances. Plus, find out what he believes he can bring to the team to take their success to the next level. Tune in for this exclusive insight on Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell! Catch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Ranking the teams with the best chance to challenge the Boston Celtics in a playoff series. Will it be the Cavaliers, who are currently on a three-game losing streak? Or the Thunder, who are 2-0 against the Cs this season? Maybe the red-hot Rockets, riding an eight-game winning streak? The guys break down each team’s strengths and weaknesses to figure out which squad poses the biggest threat to the Celtics.

Then, the hosts dive into the latest news that Bill Chisholm, managing partner at Symphony Technology Group, has agreed to purchase the Boston Celtics from the Grousbeck family for a massive $6.1 billion. With the Grousbeck family having bought the team in 2002 for just $360 million, the deal marks a significant shift in ownership. Will Chisholm continue to invest in the Celtics’ championship future? And who exactly is Bill Chisholm? Tune in for the inside scoop!

Next up is the Celtics City Review, where Travis & Ountae reflect on the first three episodes of the season. What moments have stood out so far, and what are they hoping to see moving forward? Will any changes be made to improve the Celtics’ game?

In this week’s Wicked Or Kick It, the guys judge some of the NBA’s most stylish players. Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, and Jerami Grant are in the hot seat—will their outfits be wicked, or are they getting kicked to the curb?

As the weekend approaches, Travis & Ountae preview the Celtics’ upcoming road trip, including games against the Jazz, Trail Blazers, and Kings. Can the Celtics go 3-0, or will one of these teams pull off an upset?

Finally, Travis has an NBA League Pass game to watch this weekend—Bucks vs. Kings—while Ountae’s keeping an eye on college basketball. Don’t miss all this and more on this week’s episode of Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas & 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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The Boston Celtics have agreed to sell a majority stake to Bill Chisholm, managing partner at Symphony Technology Group, for a staggering $6.1 billion. In this clip, our hosts break down the massive deal, where the Grousbeck family is cashing out nearly 17 times what they paid for the team in 2002. Will Chisholm continue to invest in the Celtics' championship future? And who is Bill Chisholm—what’s his vision for the team? Tune in to Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell for the full discussion! 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: https://youtu.be/BaHPSQBXNIM

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The shocking news of Paul George being out for the year with multiple injuries — was this the worst free agent signing of all time? They also ponder whether the 76ers can bounce back next season and what went so wrong this year. Plus, they break down the NBA’s investigation into the 76ers’ stars missing games, including Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Paul George. And, should Tyrese Maxey be shut down for the rest of the year?

The hosts also give us a preview of the Men's and Women's March Madness tournaments. They debate the biggest snubs and surprises in the brackets, identify teams and stars to watch, and discuss potential Cinderella stories. With USC and UConn in the same region for the women’s tournament, could an Elite Eight matchup determine the National Champion? Plus, who’s going all the way in both tournaments?

On the NBA front, Travis and Ountae discuss the Houston Rockets’ surprising rise to the 2 seed. Will they make noise in the playoffs? And how does Travis feel about his bet on the Rockets winning the West? They also analyze the current 7 seed, the Timberwolves, and whether they’d stand a chance against the Rockets in a playoff series.

To wrap it up, Travis picks the Bucks at Lakers game on Thursday night as his must-watch League Pass game, while Ountae’s all about the March Madness chaos! Catch all this and more on Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell! Watch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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00:00 Intro

02:45 76ers Paul George Out For The Year

15:48 Men’s March Madness Preview

31:00 Women’s March Madness Preview

40:00 Houston Rockets are back in the 2 seed

48:25 Must Watch NBA League Pass Games

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The incredible Natalie Nakase, head coach of the Golden State Valkyries, joins us! Natalie takes us through her inspiring journey—from her early days growing up as a player in Orange County, California, to earning a walk-on spot at UCLA despite not being heavily recruited. She reflects on her historic achievement as the first Asian American to play in the NWBL, her time playing professionally in Germany, and how an injury led to her transition into coaching.

Natalie shares her experiences coaching both men and women professionally, including her groundbreaking role with the LA Clippers as the first woman to sit on the bench as an assistant, and her title-winning stint with the WNBA’s Aces. She also talks about her current role with the Golden State Valkyries and the unique challenges of coaching an expansion team.

Plus, the guys discuss the Celtics’ recent games, including a recap of their loss against the Thunder and a preview of upcoming matchups against the Heat and Nets. It’s an action-packed episode you won’t want to miss!

Catch all the action with Travis Thomas, George Balekji, Ountae Campbell, and special guest Natalie Nakase on Hold My Banner. Catch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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00:00 Intro

01:05 Natalie Nakase, Golden State Valkyries Head Coach Interview

43:50 Could the Thunder beat the Celtics in the playoffs?

49:53 Celtics vs Heat & Nets Preview

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Natalie Nakase, Head Coach of the Golden State Valkyries, opens up about her time with the Las Vegas Aces, working alongside fellow trailblazer Becky Hammon, and the unforgettable moment of becoming the first Asian American coach to win a WNBA title. She also shares the exciting journey that led her to take the reins as head coach of the Golden State Valkyries and the unique challenges of building an expansion team!

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The guys kick things off by previewing the Celtics vs. Thunder matchup, highlighting the potential MVP showdown between Jayson Tatum and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. They discuss the Finals implications, SGA’s performance against MVP candidate Jokic, and make their score predictions for the game. They also reflect on the Thunder’s surprising win over the Celtics in OKC earlier this season and what could go down in this highly anticipated matchup.

Next, they recap the Celtics' dominant performance against the Jazz, where Sam Hauser went off for 33 points and 9 threes. They also talk about the Jazz’s playoff aspirations and the mystery illness surrounding Kristaps Porzingis. Then, it’s onto the Celtics vs. Lakers game, where they analyze LeBron's groin injury, discuss if the Lakers are contenders or pretenders, and reflect on their pregame predictions.

In Women’s March Madness, Travis & Ountae talk about the top teams to watch, their national championship picks, and key players to keep an eye on.

Finally, they sit down with the legendary Stan Van Gundy, who shares his journey from college to the NBA, coaching Dwyane Wade and Shaquille O'Neal, and facing off against Kobe Bryant in the Finals. Stan also weighs in on the current Celtics, JJ Redick’s success with the Lakers, and the potential for another Celtics vs. Lakers Finals matchup.

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00:00 Intro

02:31 Celtics vs Thunder Preview

10:17 Celtics vs Jazz Recap

14:46 Celtics vs Lakers Recap

21:28 WBB Mach Madness

25:06 Stan Van Gundy Interview

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Stan Van Gundy shares stories from his basketball journey, from growing up with his brother Jeff to transitioning from player to coach, in this can't-miss episode! He reflects on playing alongside Kenny Carter, whose coaching career inspired the movie Coach Carter, and discusses the challenges and rewards of being coached by his father in college. Stan also dives into his coaching stops in New England, including UMass Lowell and the University of Vermont, and how those experiences shaped his approach to the game.

The episode also covers a thrilling Celtics vs Trail Blazers game recap, highlighting standout performances from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, and the continued rise of young talent like Anfernee Simons and Shaedon Sharpe. With three Celtics starters sidelined, the game turned out to be closer than expected.

Next, it’s time to Wicked Or Kick It as they judge NBA outfits from Jalen Williams, Stephen Curry, and Myles Turner — you won’t want to miss their takes!

And of course, the hosts preview the highly anticipated Celtics vs Lakers matchup, debating who will be the key performers and whether the Lakers' recent moves have boosted their chances. They also share their top NBA League Pass games to watch, featuring matchups like Pacers vs Hawks and Pistons vs Warriors.

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Kyrie Irving is out for the season with a torn ACL—what does this mean for the Mavericks' future? To make matters worse, Anthony Davis has only played three quarters for the Mavs since the Luka Doncic trade. The guys break down how these developments are shaking up Dallas, the team’s new ceiling, and what Nico Harrison’s next moves should be. Plus, if you’re Klay Thompson, how are you feeling about all of this?

The Celtics had a dramatic weekend, suffering a tough loss to the Cavs and pulling off a gritty win over the Nuggets. What were the key takeaways, and what’s in store as they face the Trail Blazers and 76ers?

The episode also tackles the possibility of a Lakers vs. Celtics Finals, the MVP race (Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander already the winner?), and more. Don’t miss Travis and Ountae’s picks for this week’s must-watch games, including a Rockets vs. Pelicans showdown and a Kings vs. Nuggets clash for playoff positioning.

You can find all the analysis and hot takes on Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell! Catch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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00:00 Intro

02:03 Kyrie Irving Out For The Season

13:16 Celtics vs Cavs Recap

22:01 Celtics vs Nuggets Recap

28:06 Celtics vs Trail Blazers Preview

33:10 Celtics vs 76ers Preview

36:51 Celtics vs Lakers Finals?

47:04 Is the NBA MVP race over?

49:02 Must Watch NBA League Pass Games

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Could the iconic Lakers vs. Celtics rivalry be renewed in the Finals? We dive into the potential matchup, with both teams currently sitting as the 2 seeds in their respective conferences. The Lakers are on fire after the Luka Doncic trade, while the Celtics continue to roll with Tatum and Jaylen Brown leading the charge. With LeBron James, Luka, Tatum, and Brown all in the mix, who would come out on top? The guys discuss how many games it would take, who could win Finals MVP, and break down this exciting potential showdown. Tune in for all the hot takes on Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell! Catch 'Hold My Banner every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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