The Big 3 NBA Podcast
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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!
Episodes
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Will the Tatum-Brown beef ever end?
On this week's show, Sherrod, Gary and Kwani break down the Celtics' overtime win over Brooklyn, Jayson Tatum's game-winning shot as well as the beef - or lamb chops with gravy - between Tatum and former Celtic Jaylen Brown, now with the Philadelphia 76ers. The CLNS Media Network is Powered by…
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What Does Jayson Tatum Need to CHANGE After Rough Season Opener?
Gary Washburn and A. Sherrod Blakely react to the Celtics’ season-opening 121-113 loss to the Pistons after Boston blew a 22-point second-half lead. They break down Jayson Tatum’s difficult shooting night, why he needs to attack the rim more aggressively and the lack of production Boston received...
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Payton Pritchard just got paid
On this week's show, Sherrod, Gary, and Kwani discuss the Boston Celtics inking Payton to a two-year extension worth $44 million. They also briefly discuss Boston's preseason game against Charlotte, as well as the preseason finale against Philadelphia on Friday. The Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS…
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Will we see Top-5 Tatum in the preseason?
The Boston Celtics kick off their preseason campaign with a trip to Cleveland as they face the Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis preview what the preseason slate could look like. They delve into what to expect against the Cavs tonight...
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Is Jayson Tatum READY For a Leadership Role?
The Big Three NBA Podcast crew breaks down Celtics Media Day and the biggest storylines heading into the new season. Gary Washburn and A. Sherrod Blakely discuss how Jayson Tatum’s leadership role must evolve now that Jaylen Brown is gone, what Paul George can bring as a veteran presence, and the...
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What will we learn about Team Tatum on Media Day?
The NBA regular season is right around the corner as Celtics training camp is set to kick off this week. On this week's show, Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn preview the Boston Celtics' coming up tomorrow afternoon. It will be the first time the 2026-207 team gathers collectively before the...
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Can Paul George Be More Than "Pretty Good" For Boston?
The Big 3 NBA Podcast crew reacts to the Celtics officially introducing Paul George and Mike Conley and breaks down what both veterans could bring to Boston this season. The guys debate how much the Celtics can realistically expect from a healthy George, what he still has to prove at this stage…
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What's Payton Pritchard worth?
Payton Pritchard is eligible for a contract extension with the Boston Celtics on October 1st. A. Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn return with another episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast to discuss a potential deal between the two sides. What is Pritchard worth? What sort of money...
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Who will fill the Jaylen Brown void for the Celtics?
On this episode, Kwani Lunis rejoins Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn to discuss the latest news surrounding the Celtics. They first shout out Tacko Fall signing an Exhibit 10 deal with the 76ers and whether he could land a spot on the roster. Then, the Big 3 talk all things Jaylen Brown…
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Will the Celtics Hit 50 Wins this Season?
Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn are back with another edition of the Big 3 NBA Podcast to discuss the latest scuttle around the Celtics and the latest news across the league. They react to comments from Jayson Tatum’s father, Justin, who didn’t have nice things to say about the Celtics’ roster…
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Looking Back on Doc Rivers Celtics Coaching Career After Hall of Fame Induction
A. Sherrod Blakely, and Kwani Lunis discuss the latest happening from around the NBA and Boston Celtics and the biggest storyline is former Celtics Head Coach Doc Rivers being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Rivers who spent 9 seasons as the Head Coach of the Boston Celtics including a...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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…
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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...
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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:
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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...
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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...
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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…
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What Can the Celtics Learn from the Knicks and Spurs?
On this episode, Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis preview the top storylines and players to watch in the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs. They then dive into how the Finals affect the Celtics. What can Boston learn from these two teams? Should the Celtics try to mimic...
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Should Boston extend Payton Pritchard's contract? Plus Joe Mazzulla Wins Coach of the Year
On this episode, Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis react to Joe Mazzulla winning NBA Coach of the Year and debate whether there's any reason the Celtics shouldn't extend Payton Pritchard's contract. They also dive into the Western Conference Finals, predicting who will win Game 7…
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What Are the REAL Effects of Jaylen Brown vs Stephen A. Smith?
A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis return with another episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. Today, they discuss the feud between Jaylen Brown and Stephen A. Smith. As the two exchange blows on the internet, does this have a real-world impact on Jaylen Brown and his career? Who's…
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Is a Celtics Trade For Giannis TOO RISKY?
In the latest episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast, hosts Gary Washburn, A. Sherrod Blakely, and Kwani Lunis discuss the possibility of the Celtics acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. If the deal involves Jaylen Brown being dealt, is it worth it for the Celtics? Later, they...
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What moves do the Celtics need to make in the offseason?
Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis dive into the latest storylines surrounding the Boston Celtics following their first-round exit to the Philadelphia 76ers in the playoffs. They discuss what the future holds for Jaylen Brown and react to Brad Stevens' end-of-season press conference....
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Why everything changes if the Celtics lose 76ers series
In this episode, Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis break down what went wrong for the Celtics in Game 5 against the 76ers and discuss what needs to change for Boston heading into Game 6. They break down Joel Embiid's impressive impact in Game 5 and how Philly exploited the Celtics'...
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Derrick White NEEDS to Start Playing Better For Celtics
After a disappointing result in the 2nd playoff game of 2026 for the Boston Celtics, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis unpack what went wrong against the Philadelphia 76ers. They discuss Derrick White's poor recent stretch of form and which other Celtics need to step up in a...
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Key MATCHUPS to Watch in Celtics vs 76ers
Gary Washburn and Kwani Lunis preview the Celtics' first round series against the Philadelphia 76ers. Will it be an easy win for Boston? What are the biggest factors to watch? 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Celtics vs 76ers Thoughts 6:00 - Experience Differences 8:20 - Coaching Matchup 10:25 - Biggest…
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Celtics' potential 1st-round matchups, Mazzulla’s Coach of the Year comments, and is this the best version of the Jays?
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn preview the Celtics' final games before the postseason. They discuss the possible first-round opponents and which team would be the best matchup for Boston and why every team should fear the Celtics, given how well Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown look...
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Who deserves more credit for the Celtics' success: the players or Joe Mazzulla?
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn react to the Celtics' latest results vs the Hornets and Hawks. They debate who deserves the most credit for the Celtics' success this season, whether Jayson Tatum is back to his best, and why Jaylen Brown struggled vs Atlanta. The Big 3 NBA Podcast…
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Grading Jayson Tatum’s play since his return to Celtics
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn preview the Celtics' upcoming game vs the Thunder at TD Garden on Wednesday night. They examine Jayson Tatum's return, rating his play so far, then dive into how he's dovetailed with Jaylen Brown this season. They also discuss whether Brown has a...
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Why Joe Mazzulla deserves to win Coach of the Year
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss Jaylen Brown and Joe Mazzulla's chances to win MVP and Coach of the Year, respectively. They dive into what makes Brown such a special scorer as he moves into the top 10 on the Celtics all-time scoring list. Gary then recaps his conversation...
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The Celtics are BUILT DIFFERENT with Jayson Tatum
On a new episode of the Big 3 NBA Podcast, CLNS Media’s A. Sherrod Blakely, the Boston Globe’s Gary Washburn, and NBC10 Boston’s Kwani A. Lunis discuss Jayson Tatum’s return and what it means for the Boston Celtics. The crew breaks down how Tatum looked in his first games back and how Jaylen…
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Is Neemias Queta a Top-10 Center? | Big 3 NBA Podcast
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss Neemias Queta'simproved play of late, which includes a 27-point, 17-reboundperformance against Philadelphia; Jayson Tatum's thoughts on hisreturn to action and what he won't do; the Atlanta Hawks'controversial game promotion with a local…
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The Race for home court is on
Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn discuss the latest on the Celtics trying to build off a strong West Coast trip; the race for home court advantage in the first round of the playoffs; expectations for what a Jayson Tatum return looks like; and so much more in this week's episode of the Big 3 NBA...
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What to expect from the J's
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the latest on the Celtics gearing up for the home stretch of the regular sesaon now that the All-Star game is over; the expectations from the J's - Jaylen Brown, Joe Mazzulla and Jayson Tatum; the circumstances behind Jaylen Brown's All-Star...
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Is it (almost) Tatum time?
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss the latest on Jayson Tatum's potential return; the team's fight for the No. 2 spot with New York that didn't go so well this week; the Charlotte-Detroit kerfuffle, and Kwani's birthday, which falls on a "holiday" many - that includes Sherrod...
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New Center of Attention?
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss the newest member of the Boston Celtics, Nikola Vučević. CLNS Media is Powered by:
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Let's Make a Deal?
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss the return of former Celtic Robert Williams III, trade rumors, Jaylen Brown's comments about the recent killing of an American citizen by an ICE officer, and much more in this week's episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is...
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Who are the biggest threats to Oklahoma City's NBA reign?
Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Vincent Goodwill of ESPN discuss the keys to the Celtics' success this season, Derrick Rose's jersey retirement, LeBron's role, or non-role, in All-Star weekend; the "Quiet Quit" in Golden State, and much more in this latest episode of The Big 3 Podcast.…
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The real Celtics' "Big Three?"
Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the three keys to the team's success this season, Jayson Tatum's return being sooner rather than later; Sam Hauser's resurgence in January, and much more in this episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by: 💰 Prize...
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Eastern Conference Finals Preview?
Sherrod Blakely and Coty M. Davis of the Detroit News discuss the fourth and final regular season meeting between the Boston Celtics and the Detroit Pistons; keys to the game; the role players, who has the coaching edge, and much more in this episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast CLNS Media is Powered...
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Jaylen Brown is RIGHT about the NBA Refs!.
On this episode, A. Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn break down Jaylen Brown being fined $35K and why he might be absolutely right about NBA officiating. The crewalso recaps Celtics vs. Pacers, talks shaky refs, and checks in on Neemias Queta’s season so far and preview Boston's...
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Trae Young to be Traded by Hawks, Wizards Next?
A. Sherrod Blakely and Lauren Williams of Atlanta Journal-Constitution discuss the future of Trae Young.
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Why Jaylen Brown is in the MVP race
On this episode, Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the Celtics' surge to the No. 2 seed in the East, Jaylen Brown's incredible 50-point performance, and whether he is an MVP candidate. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS
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Where does Jaylen Brown rank among all-time Celtics?
In this episode, Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis dive into Jaylen Brown's legacy as a Celtic following another 30+ point performance. They also debate how far the Celtics can go this season and what they want to see from this team in 2026. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by: 💰...
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Joe Mazzulla SENT MESSAGE to Celtics Starters
On this episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast, Kwani Lunis, Sherrod Blakely, and Gary Washburn recap the Celtics’ comeback win over the Pacers, diving into Joe Mazzulla’s bold decision to bench the starters, the message it sent to the locker room, and the bench players who stepped up. The crew also...
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Knicks Cup champs now, NBA title next?
Sherrod Blakely and CLNS' Bobby Manning discuss the New York Knicks' Emirates Cup championship, the Celtics' needs during the current trade deadline season, the Miami Heat's pace game, and much more in the latest episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. 0:00 - ⏰️EPISODE TIMELINE⏰️ 1:46 - Knicks win NBA...
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Celtics WEAKNESS Is Now Starting to Show Itself
On this episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast, Kwani Lunis, Sherrod Blakely and Gary Washburn recap the Celtics’ loss to the Pistons. The trio breaks down where Boston's weaknesses are showing, what’s fixable, and if Boston needs to make a deadline move this season. 00:00 Intro 1:30 Celtics fall to...
About this show
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!
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