The Big 3 NBA Podcast

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 from its supporting cast. The guys also discuss Paul George’s incredible 38-point Celtics debut, concerns surrounding Mitchell Robinson and the center rotation, Detroit’s physicality and Boston’s need to develop a tougher identity. Plus, they look at which players need to step up around Tatum and preview the next challenge against the Knicks. 0:00 Intro 2:25 Celtics Blow 22-Point Lead in Detroit 4:29 Jayson Tatum & Supporting Cast Struggle 6:32 What Went Wrong in the Collapse? 7:27 Celtics Adjustments & Frontcourt Concerns 9:28 Boston’s Bench Gets Outplayed 12:59 Paul George’s Incredible Celtics Debut 15:08 Managing Paul George’s Minutes 16:31 PrizePicks 18:27 Jayson Tatum’s Rough Opening Night 20:03 Tatum Needs to Attack the Rim 23:45 Celtics Collapse & 23-0 Pistons Run 27:03 Pressure on Tatum Without Jaylen Brown 31:11 Do the Celtics Need More Toughness? 33:30 Who Needs to Step Up Around Tatum? 35:23 Celtics Center Concerns 36:48 Knicks Preview & Final Takeaways 38:15 Final Thoughts & Outro The CLNS Media Network 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 if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 and the preseason as a whole, and what to expect from the Celtics' core players, including Jayson Tatum and Paul George. Will Tatum reach ‘Top-5 Tatum’ level? Can he pick up where he left off before the injury? How many games should we expect from Paul George? What sort of role will he play on the Celtics this season? The Big 3 break it all down. They also say which players they are most eager to watch in preseason and what Joe Mazzulla should focus on during these four preseason games. Don’t miss this thorough preview of a highly anticipated Boston Celtics season! 0:00 Intro 01:50 Discussing Ottawa loss: what’s going well & wrong + what needs to change 19:20 PrizePicks 20:57 Pavel Zacha trade rumors 34:34 Subscribe to Bruins on CLNS! The Big 3 NBA Podcast 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 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Boston media. Gary gives his three biggest storylines heading into Media Day and the guys explain why Jayson Tatum will be a must-see, as will Mitchell Robinson, who will be speaking to the Boston media for the first time since signing with the Celtics in the offseason after helping the New York Knicks win an NBA title last season. Later, Sherrod explains why tomorrow could be the start of a new-look Jayson Tatum as he takes full control of the reins to this team as its out-and-out number 1 scoring option. Tune in for a thorough preview of tomorrow’s media day! The Big 3 NBA Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:  Kalshi — On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. Trade the draft pick, the game, and more on Kalshi! Download Kalshi. Use code CLNS to get $25 when you trade $25. K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade What’s Next. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 should/will he ask for? The guys explain why the Celtics should get this done sooner rather than later and why Pritchard will be even more important to the team this year. Following the loss of Jaylen Brown, how highly does Pritchard rank among the Celtics top offensive players? Gary and Sherrod break it down.  Don’t miss another insightful episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast! The Big 3 NBA Podcast 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 when you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices