On this episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Kwani A. Lunis and Gary Washburn break down the latest Celtics storylines heading into Summer League. The trio shares their picks for Boston’s Summer League breakout player, reacts to Jayson Tatum’s encouraging rehab update, and debates potential trade targets. Could Bradley Beal still be in play? And is Damian Lillard actually the better fit for Boston’s roster? Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the BIG NBA Podcast! 📺YouTube: http://youtube...
Jul 07, 2025•37 min
On this episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast, Sherrod Blakely and the Dallas Morning News' Michael Curtis discuss the latest roster changes by the Dallas Mavericks; Dame Lillard in Boston and what that could look like; former Celtics video coordinator/NBA champion Frank Vogel as a lead assistant for the Mavs; and the bigger loss in Boston, Kristaps Porzingis or Jrue Holiday. 0:00 ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 1:33 Spencer Dinwiddie signs 1-year deal with Hornets 4:01 Mavs hire Frank Vogel as Associate HC 8:01 ...
Jul 03, 2025•34 min
The BIG 3 NBA Podcast dives into the Boston Celtics latest moves in free agency, including the intriguing signing of young big man Luka Garza. Our hosts, Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani A. Lunis, explore Luka Garza's potential impact on the team and how he might fill crucial gaps in the roster. We also discuss the future of veteran Al Horford including the possibility of Boston pursuing Damian Lillard. ⏰️ 0:00 EPISODE TIMELINE ⏰️ 1:01 – Celtics free agency talk 3:11 – Low-risk, high-re...
Jul 02, 2025•57 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the latest on the Celtics, including trading away Porzingis and Holiday as well as the team's new additions following the NBA Draft. 0:00 ⏰ EPISODE TIMELINE 0:59 Reactions to Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis trades 6:46 Expectations for Georges Niang 10:46 Reaction to Celtics’ 2nd round draft picks 17:32 Subscribe to the podcast and on YouTube! 17:59 PrizePicks 19:28 Will Hugo Gonzalez break Boston’s international pl...
Jun 27, 2025•36 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss Oklahoma City’s Game 7 NBA Finals win to secure the franchise’s first NBA title since leaving Seattle. In addition, they break down what the Thunder as the new NBA champion means to the Boston Celtics' quest for Banner 19. ⏰️0:00 - EPISODE TIMELINE⏰️ 1:05 - Oklahoma City Thunder win 2025 NBA Championship 13:46 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 18:16 - Thunder Championship impact Celtics 24:57 - Prizepicks 26:24 - Looking at offs...
Jun 23, 2025•55 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely is joined by Clutch Points' Josue Pavon to discuss Game 7 of the NBA Finals. 0:00 - Welcome in Guest 1:55 - Thunder-Pacers Game 6 Reaction 5:50 - Rick Carlisle Coaching performance 6:30 - Are the problems from Game 6 fixable for Thunder? 10:00 - Subscribe to the Podcast 10:23 - X-Factors for Game 7 of NBA Finals 11:04 - X-Factors for Game 7 of NBA Finals: Chet Holmgren 11:47 - X-Factors for Game 7 of NBA Finals: Lu Dort or Aaron Wiggins 12:10 - X-Factors for ...
Jun 21, 2025•43 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss Oklahoma City's Game 5 NBA Finals win, the latest drama with the New York Knicks coaching search, and the Desmond Bane trade to Orlando and its impact on the Boston Celtics. 0:00 - Welcome in 1:20 - Thunder Take 3-2 Series Lead 1:45 - Jalen Williams big performance 7:15 - Similarities between Jaylen Brown & Jalen Williams 9:57 - Previewing Game 6 of NBA Finals 16:00 - How the Thunder are built 28:05 - How does Desmon...
Jun 18, 2025•52 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely and Yahoo! Sports NBA columnist Vincent Goodwill discuss Jaylen Brown's offseason surgery, Game 3 of the NBA Finals, and the New York Knicks coaching search 0:00 - Welcome in Guest 1:36 - Pacers lead NBA Finals 2-1 2:12 - Can the Pacers actually win NBA Championship? 5:05 - How the Pacers won game 3 7:22 - How would a Pacers title impact the league in roster construction 10:00 - What do Thunder do if they don’t win a championship this year? 12:11 - Subscribe ...
Jun 13, 2025•38 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss the latest trade rumors involving the Boston Celtics, as well as Game 3 of the NBA Finals. 0:00 Welcome 1:08 Clippers among teams interested in Jrue Holiday 7:27 Who should the Celtics trade: Porzingis or Holiday? 12:58 Subscribe to the podcast and to Celtics All Access on YouTube! 13:31 Gary doesn’t think the listeners know what a broken record is… 18:03 What should the Celtics be targeting in the draft? 25:15 NBA Final...
Jun 10, 2025•35 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely and Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic discuss the recent coaching hire of the Suns, the future of Kevin Durant and possible ties to Boston, the NBA Finals, and an apology to Tyrese Halliburton. 0:00 - Welcome in Guest 2:00 - Suns Hire New Head Coach 8:50 - Future of Kevin Durant with Suns 11:33 - Future of Bradley Beal with Suns 19:40 - Potential Kevin Durant to Boston Trade 23:12 - Prizepicks 24:45 - Expectations for the Suns next season 32:40 - Takeaways...
Jun 08, 2025•49 min
On this episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Kwani A. Lunis, and Gary Washburn react to major NBA headlines including Austin Ainge leaving Boston to become President of Basketball Operations for the Utah Jazz and the fallout from the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau. The trio also previews the NBA Finals matchup. Plus, Gary shares key lessons the Celtics can take from the two teams still standing and what Boston must adjust to reach the top again. SUBSCRIBE to The Big 3 NBA Podcast ⤵...
Jun 05, 2025•41 min
Sherrod Blakely and Josue Pavon discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder’s ascension to the NBA Finals as well as what it means to the Celtics and the rest of the NBA. 0:00 - Welcome in Guest 1:56 - Thunder defeat Timberwolves (4-1) Advance to NBA Finals 6:50 - What makes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander so good? 10:40 - Sam Presti’s Legacy with Thunder 16:50 - Subscribe to the Podcast 17:30 - How building teams in NBA has changed 22:29 - What can the Celtics learn from the Thunder? 26:54 - What do Thunder add ...
May 29, 2025•44 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the Dallas Mavericks, who are reportedly interested in pursuing a trade involving Boston's Jrue Holiday. We also take a trip back into the Gary Washburn time machine and discuss discounted sneakers from his childhood, which was part of a larger conversation about Jaylen Brown whose shoe line includes affordable-priced sneakers for kids. 0:00 - Welcome 1:34 - Jaylen Brown sneaker pop up shop in Boston 6:30 - Getting shoe...
May 28, 2025•51 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn discuss the current state of the playoffs, led by the Oklahoma City Thunder, who for the first time under GM and Massachusetts native Sam Presti, are the odds-on favorite to win it all. We also discuss what a Jaylen Brown-led Celtics look like next season, Jayson Tatum being all-NBA First team again, and the emergence of former Celtic Aron Nesmith in Indiana's strong showing thus far in the playoffs. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the BIG NBA Pod...
May 26, 2025•54 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss Brad Stevens’ end-of-the-season press conference and the Celtics heading into the offseason 0:00 - Welcome 1:06 - Brad Stevens speaks to media following Celtics playoff exit 10:10 - What will Celtics team look like next season? 21:38 - Has Celtics championship window closed? 29:20 - Prizepicks 31:20 - Concern level with Jaylen Brown injury 36:37 - What moves will Celtics make this offseason? 42:18 - Would you play Jayson...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 3 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely and Bobby Manning discuss the earlier-than-expected end to the Boston Celtics' season. They also talk about the handful of Celtics players who participated in exit interviews. 0:00 - Welcome 2:10 - Jaylen Brown had partially torn meniscus in playoffs 8:09 - Knicks win series 4-2 14:20 - Future of Al Horford 18:44 - Future of Jrue Holiday 22:33 - Future of Luke Kornet 28:34 - Who should be core group for Celtics 32:40 - Wrapping up Learn more about your ad cho...
May 18, 2025•39 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss Boston's Game 4 loss and the impact of Jayson Tatum's season-ending Achilles injury. 0:00 - Welcome in 1:20 - Jayson Tatum Injury 6:22 - How do Celtics move forward without Tatum in Series? 12:42 - What have the Knicks done well this series? 19:59 - Can Celtics comeback and win this series? 28:42 - Future of Boston Celtics 39:51 - Wrapping up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14, 2025•45 min
On this episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn break down the Celtics' collapse in Game 2 vs the Knicks and what needs to change in Game 3. 0:00 Welcome 1:25 What’s gone wrong for the Celtics in games 1 and 2? 7:40 The Celtics look shook! 9:38 Last year’s championship will be questioned if they go out 10:30 Silver lining? 13:20 Game 3 will be character-defining 17:10 Tatum’s troubles 19:41 C’s shouldn’t fear Mitchell Robinson 28:09 PrizePicks 29:17 C’s are feeling...
May 08, 2025•51 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn break down Boston's Game 1 loss while looking ahead to Wednesday's Game 2 tilt. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: 💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS Download the app today and use Code CLNS when you sign up & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 07, 2025•57 min
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn preview the Boston Celtics’ second-round playoff series against the New York Knicks. SUBSCRIBE to the Big 3 NBA Podcast on Apple: tinyurl.com/24n2h6fx SUBSCRIBE to the Big 3 NBA Podcast on Spotify: tinyurl.com/8f9e756c The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Wh...
May 03, 2025•50 min
On this week's show, Kwani, Gary, and Sherrod discussed the Celtics' series-clinching Game 5 win over Orlando. They also talked about Jrue Holiday's injury, Jayson Tatum's status as the best player in this postseason as well as what it'll take for folks to feel as though Jaylen Brown is back to being Jaylen Brown. SUBSCRIBE to the Big 3 NBA Podcast on Apple: tinyurl.com/24n2h6fx SUBSCRIBE to the Big 3 NBA Podcast on Spotify: tinyurl.com/8f9e756c The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: Gametime! T...
May 01, 2025•55 min
On this week's show, A. Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn discussed Boston's Game 1 win over Orlando, and the uncertainty surrounding Jayson Tatum's availability for Game 2 after a Game 1 right wrist injury. Will Orlando's physical play become a bigger issue for Boston going forward? SUBSCRIBE to the Big 3 NBA Podcast on Apple: tinyurl.com/24n2h6fx SUBSCRIBE to the Big 3 NBA Podcast on Spotify: tinyurl.com/8f9e756c The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with...
Apr 23, 2025•56 min
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely and Mike Curtis of the Dallas Morning News talk NBA playoff teams, as well as the non-playoff bound Dallas Mavericks, which sets the table for a new team to emerge from the stacked Western Conference with the Boston Celtics potentially waiting if they can return to the NBA Finals to defend their NBA crown The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your ho...
Apr 20, 2025•1 hr
On this episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast, the Boston Celtics await the start of the Playoffs. Regardless of the opponent, the Celtics will need a little more - maybe a lot more - of Jayson Tatum with Jaylen Brown less than full strength. A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis break it all down, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into se...
Apr 16, 2025•55 min
On this episode of thr Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely is joined by Ethan Sands as Boston and Cleveland appear to be on a crash course in the playoffs - a series that might be decided by the smallest guy on the floor most of the time - Darius Garland. That, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use c...
Apr 11, 2025•45 min
On this episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss all the biggest stories around the Boston Celtics. Luke Kornet is Boston's third center, which usually means no role of significance in the playoffs. Will Luke Kornet be the exception? That, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Down...
Apr 08, 2025•47 min
Will Jalen Brunson's return from injury be enough to help the Knicks finish the regular season strong and compete with Boston, who will see the Knicks next week and likely see them again in the second round of the playoffs? The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS Download the app today and use Code CLNS when you sign up & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 05, 2025•36 min
The Celtics return home from a historic six-game road trip, beaming with confidence and a gaudy record to boot. Is Banner 19 around the corner? Suggested Thumbnail Images: Jayson Tatum; Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, Joe Mazzulla, Luke Kornet. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS Download the app today and use Code CLNS when you sign up & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...
Apr 02, 2025•37 min
In this episode, Sherrod Blakely is joined by Arizona Central Reporter Duane Rankin and they discuss the future of the Suns as well as the future of Kevin Durant. If Kevin Durant gets traded this summer is there is a way Durant ends up in Boston? Sherrod also gives Duane 4 things that have happened this season, and he ranks them from least surprising to biggest surprise 0:00 - Welcome in Guest 2:01 - Celtics beat Suns 5:23 - Suns Struggles this season 11:39 - More Pressure on Suns Big 3 or Mike ...
Mar 30, 2025•46 min
On this episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast, Gary, Kwani and A. Sherrod Blakely open by discussing USC's JuJu Watkins' injury and how bummed out we are for that. We then pivot to another injured star, although not nearly as serious. From there, we get into the sale of the team, some of the issues that might come up, Steve Pagliuca's bid for the team coming up short, followed by a discussion on the potential NBA expansion into Europe. All that, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by: 💰 ...
Mar 26, 2025•53 min
