A. Sherrod Blakely and Bobby Manning of CLNS Media discuss the two most recent additions to the Celtics roster, their potential impact, short and long-term, and what this means to the team’s offseason plans going forward. 0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Celtics draft Scheierman 3:25 - Baylor's rebounding impact 5:00 - Importance of shooting 8:14 - Excitement over draft pick 10:25 - Comparing draft prospects 13:00 - Importance of wing depth 16:09 - Sustaining team cohesion 18:50 - Anton Watson's potential 21...
Jun 29, 2024•50 min
A. Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn discuss what worked, what didn’t work, and some of the standout performers not named Tatum or Brown for the Celtics during the championship 2024 season. 0:00 - Celtics Championship Celebration 1:06 - National Media's Perception 5:30 - Dominating Wins over Miami and Golden State 7:20 - Elite Defense, Improving Offense 10:57 - Turning Point: Nine Straight Wins 12:59 - Responding to Adversity 16:10 - Low Point Against Clippers 18:02 - Nervous After Hawks Loss 20...
Jun 26, 2024•46 min
On this episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely is joined by Vinnie Goodwill to discuss the Celtics' championship run, and discuss the team's chances of running it back next year. That, and much more! 0:00 - Intro 1:13 - Celtics' impressive season 5:09 - Jaylen Brown's impact 6:50 - Tatum's game five 10:26 - Ultimate vote of confidence 12:32 - More juice in tank 15:51 - Celtics defensive impact 18:25 - Playing against tough opponents 20:03 - Comparing team to historic champions 23:2...
Jun 22, 2024•38 min
A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss the Celtics' impressive Game 5 that resulted in their season ending with Banner 18. Their conversation then shifts to a sneak peek ahead to what’s next for the Celtics. 0:00 - Boston Wins! 1:29 - Celtics' Team Effort 3:41 - Overcoming Concerns 9:14 - Kyrie's Playoff Performance 10:59 - Monty Williams' Future 16:05 - Kyrie's Comments on Boston 18:39 - Kyrie's Boston Behavior 21:01 - Lack of Community Engagement 25:01 - Impact of Community...
Jun 20, 2024•1 hr 5 min
A. Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn discuss the fallout from Game 4, look ahead to Game 5, and Boston’s chances of closing out the series to secure Banner 18. 0:00 - Game 4 Breakdown 13:50 - PrizePicks 16:09 - Frustration with Tatum 20:34 - Unselfish play critique 23:27 - Offensive positioning strategy 25:10 - Patience against Luka 27:50 - Gametime 29:30 - Lively as the Difference Maker 32:19 - Celtics' mental adjustment 34:21 - Playoff game unpredictability The Big 3 Podcast is presented by: P...
Jun 16, 2024•43 min
A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis are back with another episode to discuss the Celtics taking a 2-0 series lead over the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals. They talk about Jrue Holiday praise not having to equal Marcus Smart hate, Joe Mazzulla's awkward response at a press conference, and Kyrie Irving. 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 ser...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr
A. Sherrod Blakely is joined by David Aldridge of The Athletic to discuss Kristaps Porzingis' massive Game 1 before looking forward to the "maturity game" for the Celtics in Game 2. Their conversation then turns to Kyrie Irving's lackluster performance, and how the Mavericks can adjust moving forward. 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Celtics defeat Dallas in game one 3:00 - Criticism of Jayson Tatum discussed 6:46 - Porzingis adds offensive firepower 9:37 - Brad Stevens addresses team weaknesses effectively ...
Jun 07, 2024•36 min
A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis delve into the key matchups to watch; Tatum vs Luka; Kyrie vs Jaylen Brown; and the coaching matchup, pitting two Black coaches against each other in the Finals for the first time since 1975. The Big 3 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 code CLNS for a first deposit match up to...
Jun 05, 2024•37 min
A. Sherrod Blakely welcomed Michael Curtis, the Dallas Mavericks beat writer for the Dallas Morning News to the BIG 3 NBA Podcast to preview the NBA Finals. They discussed Luka Doncic's health and his contributions beyond the stats, emphasizing his attention to detail, which is crucial to the team's success. They also talked briefly about Dereck Lively II and P.J. Washington. Additionally, they covered Kyrie Irving's reflections on his time in Boston, what to expect when he returns, and how he h...
Jun 03, 2024•35 min
A. Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn recap the Celtics sweeping the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals and reflect on Jaylen Brown winning the Larry Bird Eastern Conference Finals MVP over Jayson Tatum. They look forward to the NBA Finals and make their guesses on how Tatum will perform in that series, and discuss the recent Stephen A. Smith comments regarding Jaylen Brown. Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn...
May 29, 2024•43 min
A. Sherrod Blakely welcomes Bobby Manning from CLNS Media and The Garden Report to discuss the Boston Celtics' 2-0 series lead against the Indiana Pacers. They highlight standout performances, including Jaylen Brown's 40-point game, and analyze the impact of Tyrese Haliburton's hamstring injury. Joe Mazzulla's coaching adjustments are praised for their effectiveness both before and during games. The discussion then shifts to whether Brown has closed the gap between him and Jayson Tatum, and if t...
May 25, 2024•39 min
In this episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis open by discussing the Pacers and the unique challenge they might pose to Boston. They analyze the potential impact of Kristaps Porzingis playing or missing games in the series. The hosts also examine the blind spots of the coaches and how Game 2 often seems to be a stumbling block for Joe Mazzulla due to a lack of adjustments from Game 1. Additionally, they consider the Pacers' feast-or-famine offense a...
May 21, 2024•37 min
A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss the Celtics' bounce-back performances in Games 3 and 4, specifically praising Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, and Payton Pritchard. Their conversation then shifts to Game 5, where they outline the keys to victory for the Celtics. 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 code CLNS for a first deposit mat...
May 15, 2024•28 min
In this episode of the Big 3 Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn and Kwani Lunis discuss the ramifications of Tatum's playoff struggles and the overall lackluster performance of Game 2. 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 code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gam...
May 11, 2024•41 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, hosts A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis look ahead to the Celtics' series against the Cavaliers, see how these teams stack up, make their series predictions, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podcasting apps. Subscribe, and give us the gift that never gets old or moldy- a 5-Star review - before you leave! Learn more about you...
May 07, 2024•29 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, hosts A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis break down the conclusion of the Celtics' series with the Heat, pick their Round 1 MVPs, look ahead to who needs a big series in the second round, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podcasting apps. Subscribe, and give us the gift that never gets old or moldy- a 5-Star review - before yo...
May 03, 2024•38 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, hosts A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss the Celtics' convincing Game 3 victory, what made the difference this game, the impact Joe Mazzulla made, how the Celtics can carry this energy into game 4, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podcasting apps. Subscribe, and give us the gift that never gets old or moldy- a 5-Star ...
Apr 29, 2024•32 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, hosts A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss the Celtics' brutal Game 2 loss against the Miami Heat. They cover the lack of three-point defending, Joe Mazzulla being outcoached by Erik Spoelstra, Kristaps Porzingis' struggles throughout the game, and whether the Heat overachieved or the Celtics underachieved. The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your ...
Apr 26, 2024•39 min
A. Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn take a closer look at Game 1 between the Celtics and Heat, Caleb Martin's hard foul on Jayson Tatum, the bad blood in this series, Tyler Herro's struggles, and what to expect moving forward. That, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podcasting apps. Subscribe, and give us the gift that never gets old or moldy- a 5-Star review - before you leave! This ...
Apr 24, 2024•39 min
A. Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn delve into the Celtics' first-round playoff matchup against the Miami Heat in their latest discussion. Gary starts by summarizing insights from the Celtics' practice, emphasizing the team's focus on their own performance rather than overly concentrating on the Heat's strategies. The conversation then shifts to reflections on last year's experiences and how these might influence the Celtics' mindset for the upcoming game. The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherr...
Apr 21, 2024•37 min
Today, A. Sherrod Blakely is joined by Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer to discuss the hot streak that the Sixers are ending their season on, and how it may carry into the playoffs. If and when they get past the play-in tournament, how woud they fare against Boston? That, and much more. The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podcasting apps. Subscribe, and give us the gift that never gets old or ...
Apr 16, 2024•31 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, hosts A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss the Celtics' recent win over the Wizards, debate the impact of the Bucks and Knicks on the playoffs, and analyze the Cleveland vs. Orlando play-in series. They wrap up with season highlights, including Payton Pritchard’s growth and notable player additions like Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday. This episode offers sharp insights into the playoff landscape and key season takeaways. The ...
Apr 15, 2024•35 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn and Kwani Lunis discuss the injury to Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo and what that could mean for the Celtics, and check in on some former Celtics around the league. Plus, the Maine Celtics are one win away from a championship, who from their roster culd be a contributor to the C's next year? That, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as...
Apr 11, 2024•40 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely and CLNS Media's Josue Pavon kick things off with a recap of the Kings game, followed by a discussion on Derrick White and Jaylen Brown playing their best basketball. They then dive into expectations for the starters, bench, and coach Joe Mazzulla for the remainder of the season. The conversation shifts to the biggest threats to the Celtics in the playoffs, with a focus on Indy and Miami, and who might guard Tyrese Haliburton. The ep...
Apr 08, 2024•51 min
On today's episode of The Big 3 Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn and Kwani Lunis discuss the newest Hall of Fame class, who could be inducted in the years to come, how the East may look when the season closes, and who the Celtics could have trouble with in the playoffs. That, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podcasting apps. Subscribe, and give us the gift that never gets ol...
Apr 05, 2024•37 min
On today's episode of The Big 3 Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, is joined by Lauren Williams of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution to talk about how the Celtics and Hawks match up, and if the Celtics should be worried about seeing Atlanta in the playoffs. The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podcasting apps. Subscribe, and give us the gift that never gets old or moldy- a 5-Star review - before you leave! Thi...
Mar 29, 2024•31 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss what went wrong in Atlanta as the Celtics' win streak comes to an end. Is there something to be concerned about with this team? That, and much more! The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podcasting apps. Subscribe, and give us the gift that never gets old or moldy- a 5-Star review - before you leave! Th...
Mar 26, 2024•48 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely welcomes CLNS Media's Josue Pavon to discuss the Celtics' victory over the Bucks and their 7th straight win, why the Celtics remain favorites over the Bucks, the playing time decisions made by Coach Mazzulla, Joe Mazzulla's unique coaching style of not contesting shots, the Suns signing Isaiah Thomas, the Celtics' recent road trip, and whether it's time to rest Jayson Tatum. 0:00 Intro 1:48 Celtics Beat Bucks and Win 7th Straight 2:0...
Mar 22, 2024•40 min
In today's episode of The Big 3 Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis cover several topics, including the Celtics' bench stepping up, Joe Mazzulla being advised not to contest shots anymore, the possibility of the Celtics extending their win streak to 13 games, their path to the Finals against Denver, and Isaiah Thomas's return to the NBA. The Big 3 NBA Podcast with Gary, Sherrod & Kwani is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube as well as all of your go to podca...
Mar 22, 2024•37 min
In the latest episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely welcomes CLNS Media's Bobby Manning to discuss the Celtics' dominance in the Eastern Conference, the keys to their success, and the biggest challenges they face. The conversation then shifts to Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, exploring the possibility that Brown may be surpassing Tatum as the go-to player. The episode concludes with a discussion on the dilemma faced by Celtics' coach Joe Mazzulla regarding rest versus rhythm as th...
Mar 17, 2024•33 min
