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Hold My Banner

This is NESN’s Celtics podcast. Travis Thomas breaks down the Boston Celtics and NBA landscape: Stories about the teams, the players, and the culture.

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54:13

The Celtics Look Scary Again After Smacking the Cavs

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2025/10/30

The Celtics cooked the Cavs and Jaylen Brown looked unstoppable doing it. After a 30-point explosion and a 20–3 run that blew the game open, Boston might finally be finding its groove. Adam and Ountae break down how Brown set the tone, Sam Hauser’s hot hand off the bench, and what Queta and Minott’s rebounding says about the team’s growing depth. Then Brian Barrett, host of Off The Pike on The Ringer, joins the show to talk about whether this was the moment the Celtics’ new identity took shape and

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54:12

Is It Time For The Celtics to Start Anfernee Simons...

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2025/10/28

Anfernee Simons caught fire in the fourth quarter and powered the Celtics to a convincing win in New Orleans. Adam Kaufman and Ountae Campbell break down what Simons’ breakout means for Boston’s rotation, whether he should start over Payton Pritchard, and if Joe Mazzulla’s lineup shuffling is helping or hurting the team. The guys react to Jaylen Brown’s leadership comments, debate the tanking talk, and preview a physical matchup with the Cavaliers. All that and more on Hold My Banner hosted by Adam

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54:10

New Issues Arise for the Celtics After the 76ers Loss?

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2025/10/23

The Celtics just blew a game they should have won against the 76ers and now the Knicks are waiting to test whether Boston can handle the pressure. A 117-116 home loss exposed cracks in Boston’s late-game execution and defense. VJ Edgecombe’s surprise 34-point debut showed there are new challenges the Celtics must contain. Can Joe Mazzulla’s team bounce back at Madison Square Garden?Adam and Ountae break down Jaylen Brown’s frustration over the final possession, Derrick White’s third-quarter

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54:00

Can the Celtics Stop Joel Embiid & the 76ers on...

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2025/10/21

Are the Celtics already facing a crisis before tip-off? We dive into the Boston vs Philly matchup and ask the tough questions. Can the Celtics contain Joel Embiid without their usual size in the paint? Will Jaylen Brown play and if not who steps up to carry the scoring load? We break down key players, potential X-factors, and give our score predictions. Next up is our full NBA Season Preview. We reveal our picks for the final standings in both conferences and predict who makes it to the Western

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53:52

Derrick White Is Proving He’s More Than a Role Player

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2025/10/16

Derrick White stole the show while Jaylen Brown’s hamstring raised new concerns for the Celtics just days before the season opener. Adam and Ountae break down White’s All-Star potential, Brown’s recovery timeline, and Xavier Tillman’s clutch game-winner against Toronto. They also dig into what Al Horford’s departure means for Boston’s culture, why Tatum’s injury could reshape the team’s goals, and whether the Celtics should chase wins or draft assets this season. Plus, Joe Mazzulla and his staff

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53:57

Anfernee Simons Shines but the Celtics Have a Big...

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2025/10/14

Is Anfernee Simons about to become Boston’s breakout star? We break down the Celtics’ 138 to 107 blowout win over a depleted Cavaliers squad and discuss what stood out most from Simons’ TD Garden debut, Jaylen Brown’s playmaking, and Payton Pritchard’s strong start. Then we preview Boston’s final preseason matchup against the Raptors, including what lineups we still want to see and which players have the most to prove. In part three and four, we react to the first half of the NBA’s annual GM Survey,

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53:53

The Celtics Hugo Gonzalez Might Be a Problem

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2025/10/09

Hugo Gonzalez turned heads in the Celtics' preseason opener, bringing energy, defense, and a highlight dunk that lit up social media. Boston’s win over Memphis gave us early glimpses of what this team could be. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White looked sharp, the pace was faster, and surprise starters like Xavier Tillman Sr. and Chris Boucher raised questions about the rotation.We dive into what matters, what doesn’t, and how players like Gonzalez and Josh Minott might push for real minutes. Then

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54:01

Can These 3 Moves Turn the Celtics Into Champions?

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2025/10/07

Are the Celtics just three smart moves away from Banner 19? Cap expert Keith Smith joins the show to pitch the Sensible, Sneaky, and Swing for the Fences moves that could finally get Boston over the hump. Next, Adam and Ountae each drop three bold predictions for the Celtics' 2025–26 season. These are not safe takes. We are talking hot, possibly reckless calls that could make us look like geniuses or fools by April. Then we react to LeBron’s so-called Second Decision, which turned out to be a

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53:53

The 3 Most Crucial Celtics This Year

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2025/10/02

Which three Celtics need to step up the most this season? Kasey and Ountae break down the players who could decide how far Boston goes. Jay King of The Athletic joins to talk Tatum’s outlook, roster strengths and flaws, and what kind of trade the Celtics might target.Then we get into Napheesa Collier’s powerful comments on WNBA leadership, Cathy Engelbert’s future, and whether Unrivaled is becoming a real threat to the league. Plus, our Raptors preview: Is Scottie Barnes ready to lead, or is

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54:24

Is This the Most Underrated Celtics Team in Years?

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2025/09/30

Are the Celtics being overlooked heading into the season? Media Day showed a team focused on growth, not outside noise. Joe Mazzulla made it clear he’s sticking to his principles as he leads a reshaped roster through new challenges. Adam and Ountae break down what his approach means for a group still loaded with talent and potential. They discuss Jayson Tatum’s encouraging recovery update, Anfernee Simons’ surprising comments on defense, and how Payton Pritchard and Jaylen Brown could step into

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53:49

Are the Celtics Better Off Shutting Down Jayson Tatum...

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2025/09/25

Jayson Tatum is out indefinitely, but should he even return this season if the Celtics stay in the hunt? Adam and Ountae break down the risks of a comeback, what his absence means for the team’s identity, and whether Boston is quietly heading toward a reset. They also react to ESPN’s Top 100 rankings, including Jaylen Brown’s drop, Derrick White’s rise, and Payton Pritchard’s surprising leap. Plus, first impressions of the Celtics’ new City Edition jersey and full previews of the Cavaliers and 76ers

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54:07

Are the Celtics Ready to Turn Payton Pritchard Into a...

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2025/09/23

Is Payton Pritchard ready to take on a bigger role or is he best suited off the bench? We break down what he needs to prove, how the Celtics might use him without Tatum, and whether Anfernee Simons cuts into his future.Then we react to ESPN’s offseason survey where a someone picked Jayson Tatum to be the best player in the NBA by 2030. What does that say about his ceiling, and how far is he from names like Wemby, SGA, and Edwards? We also preview the Central Division. Did the Bucks actually

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53:43

Who's the Next Breakout Wing for the Celtics?

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2025/09/18

Is this the year one of the Celtics young wings finally breaks through? We’re talking Jordan Walsh, Baylor Scheierman, Josh Minott and Hugo Gonzalez as John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com joins the show to break down who has the best shot at cracking the rotation and earning real trust from Joe Mazzulla.Then we react to ESPN dropping the Celtics from number two to thirteen in their Future Power Rankings. Is that a fair take on the team’s direction or just an overreaction to the Tatum injury

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53:36

The Celtics Starting Center Isn’t Who You Think It Is

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2025/09/16

Who should be the Celtics starting center on opening night, and could the wrong choice sink their season? We break down the options from Neemias Queta and Luka Garza to Chris Boucher and two-way rookie Amari Williams. Can Boston bring back Al Horford or explore a trade to fill the void without Jayson Tatum? Then we dive into the Pascal Siakam conversation. Is he the best available option to keep the Celtics in the playoff mix? What would a trade look like, and is the fit worth the cost? We

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53:52

Jaylen Brown to the Hawks? Should The Celtics Be...

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2025/09/11

Did Jaylen Brown just drop a real hint about playing for the Atlanta Hawks? His “you never know” comment has fans buzzing, and we’re breaking down what it could mean for the Celtics, the Hawks, and the future of both franchises. Would he fit with Trae Young, and could Atlanta even pull it off?We also dive into Adam Silver’s comments on the rising cost of streaming NBA games. Is the league making basketball more accessible or just harder to follow? Plus, Southeast Division previews for the

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54:19

Should the Celtics Trade Anfernee Simons for Nikola...

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2025/09/09

Are the Celtics really better off swapping Anfernee Simons for Nikola Vucevic? In this episode, we break down Josh Canu’s latest trade proposal and debate whether Vucevic’s offensive skill set can make up for the defensive sacrifices. Is this a win-now move or just cap maneuvering? Then we dive into Max Lederman’s push to reunite Isaiah Thomas with the Celtics and ask: is it time to bring IT home, or has that ship sailed? Plus, we preview the OKC Thunder’s title defense and whether the Wizards

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54:18

How Neemias Queta Could Change Everything for the...

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2025/09/04

Neemias Queta might be the Celtics secret weapon this season. From Kristaps Porzingis giving him props at EuroBasket to the debate over whether Queta can carve out a real rotation role, the Celtics frontcourt depth suddenly looks intriguing. George and Ountae also break down whether Anfernee Simons could actually lead Boston in scoring, what Kawhi Leonard’s latest saga means for the Clippers, and why the Timberwolves and Nuggets are poised to shake up the West. All that and more on Hold My Banner

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54:03

Should the Celtics Really Trade Jaylen Brown for This?

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2025/09/02

Would you trade your Finals MVP for Jalen Suggs, Jonathan Isaac, and a pile of picks? We open the show with a wild mock trade from Sports Illustrated that sends Jaylen Brown to Orlando. Is this the right time for Boston to make a move, or should they hold off until Tatum is back? We break down what the deal could mean for the Celtics’ identity, financial future, and long-term ceiling.Then, CBS Sports ranked Al Horford’s 2016 signing as the 17th-best free agent move of the century. Is it really

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54:04

Malik Fitts Spills the Truth About the 2022 Celtics...

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2025/08/28

He made the NBA Finals with the Celtics, went toe-to-toe with legends, and now he’s telling the story. Former Celtic Malik Fitts joins the show to take us behind the scenes of that unforgettable 2022 Finals run and what it was like sharing the court with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart, and more. He shares memories from the locker room, insight into playing under Ime Udoka, and why TD Garden hits different in the playoffs. We also ask Fitts about whether a return to the NBA is on his radar

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53:41

Celtics Trading Anfernee Simons Again? More Celtics...

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2025/08/26

Are the Celtics already trying to move Anfernee Simons just months after trading for him? With interest reportedly coming from the Sixers and Nuggets, we unpack what’s really behind Boston’s sudden shift and whether moving Simons now makes sense. Is this about cap space, roster fit or something deeper with Tatum's recovery still ongoing?Then we break down Bleacher Report’s Celtics Mount Rushmore of the 2000s featuring Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Who got snubbed? Is

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