The Big 3 NBA Podcast
The Big 3 NBA Podcast
CLNS Media
Welcome to "The Big 3 NBA Podcast" with veteran Boston Celtics and NBA reporter A. Sherrod Blakely, veteran NBA Insider for the Boston Globe Gary Washburn, and NBC Boston's Kwani A. Lunis. "The Big 3" come together to bring you the latest and most captivating news in the world of basketball. Each week, join this dynamic trio - Sherrod, Gary, and Kwani - as they dive deep into the most pressing topics surrounding the Boston Celtics, the broader NBA landscape, and beyond. Get ready for engaging discussions, expert insights, and a unique perspective on the game we all love! The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by PrizePicks, the official Daily Fantasy Sports partner of the CLNS Media Network!
The Celtics Are STILL Contenders + Remembering Don Nelson
Gary Washburn, A. Sherrod Blakely, and Kwani Lunis kick off NBA preseason hype with a look at what they're most excited to see when the season tips off. Which matchups are must-watch? How does the East shake out with all the new pieces in play? Then they address the elephant in the room — Jaylen Brown in Philadelphia. Malcolm Brogdon weighed in, Jaylen posted a Philly cheesesteak, and the transition is becoming very real. Gary and the crew break down what it means for both Brown and the Celtics going forward, and why Boston is still a legitimate contender with Jayson Tatum leading the way. The episode closes on a somber note with a tribute to legendary NBA coach Don Nelson, whose innovative coaching style and decades of impact on the game deserve to be remembered. 0:00 – Intro 1:30 – 2026-27 season preview: what are we most excited for? 3:44 – East landscape & Celtics outlook without Jaylen 8:22 – Jaylen Brown in Philly: is it becoming real? 14:12 – PrizePicks 16:36 – Gary's take: Jaylen Brown doing Jaylen Brown things 19:31 – Remembering Don Nelson: legacy and impact on the NBA 25:57 – Outro Celtics on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Visit jackarcher.com/attack for 15% off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 11
31 min
Is Dillon Mitchell Returning to College?
A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis dig into a packed NBA offseason. First up: the new college eligibility ruling and what it means for young prospects weighing the NBA draft vs. returning to school — and specifically what it could mean for the Celtics' roster planning. Then a hard pivot to the Steph Curry trade rumors swirling around Golden State — how seriously should we take them, and what would a Curry trade actually mean for the league? Plus a Jimmy Butler injury update, a conversation on WNBA pay sparked by Sherrod's weekend community event, and why athletes showing up for their communities matters more than people realize. 0:00 – Intro 3:58 – Dillon Mitchell & the new college eligibility rule debate 13:48 – What it means for the Celtics specifically 20:38 – PrizePicks 22:17 – Stephen Curry trade rumors: reaction & what Golden State should do 30:00 – Jimmy Butler injury update & Warriors outlook 31:06 – Sherrod's weekend: community event & WNBA pay conversation 35:37 – Athletes giving back & the importance of community presence 40:00 – Outro Celtics on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 5
44 min
Can The Celtics Compete With LeBron's 76ers?
Join A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis as they discuss LeBron James' shocking decision to join Jaylen Brown and company with the Philadelphia 76ers. How can the Celtics compete with this new East juggernaut? Then, they discuss a potential Payton Pritchard extension. 0:00 - Intro 2:30 - LeBron James Signs With 76ers 4:40 - Expectations For 76ers 16:00 - Financial Implications 27:30 - PrizePicks 28:15 - Payton Pritchard Extension Coming? 41:30 - Wrapping Up! Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in lineups when you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 29
46 min
Why Celtics MUST Get Extension Done with Jordan Walsh
Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn and Kwani Lunis discuss the latest surrounding the Boston Celtics as we enter July the Celtics roster seems almost all but set. The group discusses Jordan Walsh’s future with the Boston Celtics and why the Celtics should try and get a deal done with Walsh ASAP because they believe Walsh will be a significant part of this Celtics rotation moving forward. They also discuss Jaylen Brown’s potential preseason return to Boston with the 76ers and Gary believes he won’t play in the preseason game and will only make his return to Boston for the regular season match up. 0:00 - Welcome in 3:38 - Should Boston Celtics extend Jordan Walsh? 9:07 - What would have to happen for Celtics to not extend Jordan Walsh 13:12 - Subscribe to the podcast! 14:13 - Prizepicks 15:00 - Celtics will face 76ers twice in preseason 26:50 - Where will LeBron James play next season? 31:50 - Wrapping up! Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 instantly in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 22
36 min
Can Hugo Gonzalez, Chris Cenac Jr. & Dillon Mitchell impact the Celtics next season?
Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn react to what they have seen from the Summer League Celtics in Las Vegas. They give thoughts on Hugo Gonzalez, John Tonje, and the Celtics’ rookies. Can Gonzalez make an impact next season? Can Dillon Mitchell steal minutes from Hugo and Walsh? Does John Tonje have a shot to make the roster? The guys break  it all down. Later, they discuss Joe Mazzulla’s visits to his players this summer and what that can do for team chemistry. They also evaluate what he and the coaching staff need to improve on next season. 00:00 Intro  02:00 Impressions of Hugo Gonzalez so far 06:35 What kind of impact can Hugo have next season? 12:10 What the guys have seen from Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell 21:45 PrizePicks 23:02 Does John Tonje have a chance to make the roster? 28:22 Joe Mazzulla’s offseason world tour + what he needs to improve on 38:25 Final thoughts The Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS is Powered by:  💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 14
45 min
Who Will be Most to BLAME if Jaylen Brown Trade FAILS
On this episode, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the Celtics press conference that was had this week featuring the Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens and Lead Owner and Governor Bill Chisholm. Sherrod and Gary react to their comments and breakdown what to make of their comments this week. They also discuss Jayson Tatum’s comments this week about no longer playing with Jaylen Brown anymore and look at the relationship between the former duo. The guys wrap things up taking a look at who will be most to blame if this Jaylen Brown trade doesn’t work for the Celtics as well as discuss if any more moves could be coming from the Celtics this offseason. Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 8
40 min
Reacting to the Jaylen Brown-Paul George trade
On this episode, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the Celtics’ moves so far in free agency. Then they react to the blockbuster Jaylen Brown-Paul George trade, which happened mid-recording. The Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS is Powered by:  💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 2
56 min
Why the Jaylen Brown Saga is Embarrassing for the Celtics
In this episode, Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn dive into the latest reports surrounding Jaylen Brown and react to comments from Brad Stevens after the draft on Tuesday night. They discuss the concerning manner in which this situation has unfolded, whether Brown will stay or go, and why the Celtics are shopping him. Later, the guys give their thoughts on Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell, and which one of them will be able to help the team sooner rather than later. The Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS is Powered by:  💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 25
44 min
Heat are Giannis FAVORITES Not the Celtics
On this week's episode of the BIG 3 NBA Podcast, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani A. Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss the latest rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jaylen Brown. They also discuss what Boston can learn from the Knicks championship run. Finally they discuss Boston being the betting favorite to come out of the East and if they buy their chances. 00:00 Intro 3:30 Should Celtics break up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown 6:10 Washburn on his report about Jaylen Brown and Giannis 7:55 Other Giannis suitors 14:50 Washburn: Heat are Favorites to Land Giannis 16:30 PrizePicks 18:00 What can Celtics learn from Knicks Championship? 23:00 Celtics need DAWGS 32:30 Celtics favorites to come out of East The BIG 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 16
42 min
Celtics close to getting back to the Finals?
On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn discuss San Antonio's 115-111 Game 3 win in New York. They also talked about who struggled in Game 3 and who stood out. A conversation was also held about adjustments for Game 4 and how close Boston is to being back on the NBA's biggest stage. Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 10
44 min
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