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  • Larry Bird Showed Why He Is The Best Celtic

    Larry Bird Showed Why He Is The Best Celtic
    2024/11/29
    We’re joined by former NBA player Tony Massenburg, who shares unforgettable stories from his diverse and eventful NBA career. Tony takes us inside the locker rooms of some of the league's most iconic teams, including his time with the Boston Celtics, where he played alongside the legendary Larry Bird. Tony recalls what it was like to play with Bird, one of the greatest to ever lace up a pair of sneakers. From Larry's leadership style to his fierce competitiveness, Tony dives deep into Bird’s impact on and off the court, and gives us a rare look at what it was like to witness his greatness firsthand. He also discusses the Rick Pitino era in Boston, reflecting on the challenges and dynamics of playing under a coach who brought a new style to the team during a period of transition. The conversation turns to Len Bias, whose untapped potential is still felt today. Tony shares his thoughts on what made Bias so special and why his tragic death had such a profound impact on the NBA, especially for the Celtics organization. Tony also takes us through one of the most unusual years in NBA history—a season in which he played for four different teams in just 18 games. Hear about his time with David Robinson and Rod Strickland in San Antonio, Larry Johnson, Muggsy Bogues, and Dell Curry in Charlotte, and Chris Mullin and Tim Hardaway in Golden State. With all these different rosters and personalities, Tony reflects on the biggest lessons he learned from that whirlwind season. Before the interview, hosts Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell switch gears to talk Thanksgiving. The guys share their favorite holiday foods, traditions, and the moments that make Thanksgiving special in a fun and lighthearted segment. From unforgettable NBA memories to holiday traditions, this episode is packed with basketball history, personal stories, and Thanksgiving cheer. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation with Hold My Banner hosts Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell, featuring the legendary Tony Massenburg! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 分
  • Larry Bird & Rick Pitino Celtics Stories (Clip)

    Larry Bird & Rick Pitino Celtics Stories (Clip)
    2024/11/29
    Former NBA player Tony Massenburg shares his firsthand experience of playing with and against one of the greatest basketball players of all time, Larry Bird. Tony takes us inside the locker room and the court, reflecting on what it was really like to play alongside Bird—his leadership style, competitive drive, and how he elevated the game to new heights. Tony also delves into the Rick Pitino era in Boston, a time of change for the Celtics as Pitino brought in his own coaching philosophy. What was it like playing under Pitino and being part of a team in transition? Tony reflects on the challenges, the dynamics of that period, and how Pitino’s approach influenced the team’s culture during a transformative time in Celtics history. Tune in to hear these incredible insights from Tony Massenburg, only on Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell! Catch us every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ #NBA #Celtics #LarryBird Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 分
  • Kristaps Porzingis DOMINATES In Celtics Return

    Kristaps Porzingis DOMINATES In Celtics Return
    2024/11/27
    KP is BACK! Kristaps Porzingis made his season debut with the Celtics on Monday and he looked great. How different is this Boston team with their 7’3 center back in the lineup? Travis starts the show with a passionate rant about the Boston Celtics' current win streak, the return of Kristaps Porzingis, and their upcoming rematch with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Are the C's officially back on top? Only time will tell. Then, the guys dive into the state of the Denver Nuggets after an embarrassing loss to the New York Knicks. Is Mike Malone's frustration justified, and are the Nuggets still the team to beat in the West? Find out as they debate the future of the defending champs. In Wicked or Kick It, Travis and Ountae judge some of the most outrageous NBA outfits, including Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Gary Trent Jr., and even Snoop Dogg. Who’s got the drip, and who’s getting kicked to the curb? Tune in to find out. The LaMelo Ball to the Clippers rumors heat up, and the guys discuss what that move could mean for both LaMelo’s career and the Clippers' championship hopes. Will it happen, and is LaMelo the most talented scorer in the league right now? Ountae and Travis break it all down. Finally, don’t miss the 1 NBA League Pass Game To Watch segment. Ountae has his eye on the Hawks vs Cavs, while Travis (surprisingly) picks Thunder vs Warriors... but Ountae isn’t letting him off easy. It’s a jam-packed episode filled with insights, laughs, and a bit of friendly banter. Tune in to Hold My Banner with Travis Thomas & Ountae Campbell! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Intro + Russell Westbrook Poll 06:49 Kristaps Porzingis Returns 08:34 Celtics VS Cavs Game 2 11:13 Tae’s Rebuttal 19:10 Mike Malone Rips The Nuggets Leadership 28:03 Wicked Or Kick It - NBA Fashion 36:31 LaMelo Ball To The Clippers? 45:23 Must Watch NBA League Pass Games 49:12 Trav’s Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 分
  • Russell Westbrook A Top 5 NBA Point Guard All-Time? (Clip)

    Russell Westbrook A Top 5 NBA Point Guard All-Time? (Clip)
    2024/11/22
    We dive into Russell Westbrook’s monumental achievement—his 200th career triple-double. With this historic milestone under his belt, the guys discuss where Westbrook ranks among the greatest point guards of all time. Is he in the top 5? Does his unique style of play make him one of the most versatile point guards to ever grace the NBA? Tune in as Travis and Ountae debate Westbrook’s place in NBA history and whether he gets the respect he deserves as one of the game’s all-time greats. Catch all of this and more on this clip from Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell! Catch us every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. For the full episode click here: https://youtube.com/live/fjFu04uvVkI?feature=share GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ #NBA #Top10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 分
  • Jayson Tatum's MVP Moment

    Jayson Tatum's MVP Moment
    2024/11/22
    Jayson Tatum’s MVP-worthy performance against the Cleveland Cavaliers was electric. Tatum is making his case for why he is the man to beat this season. The Celtics are on fire, and Boston is sending a clear message to the Eastern Conference—they're the best team in the East right now. Next, the guys break down the upcoming matchup between the Celtics and Wizards, previewing what to expect as Boston continues to assert their dominance. But it's not all smooth sailing in the league—Draymond Green's recent comments about Taylor Jenkins and his mix-up with Zach Eddy has stirred up some drama, and Travis and Ountae have plenty to say about that! In a special segment, Travis reintroduces Ountae to the show, and the two reflect on Russell Westbrook’s monumental achievement: his 200th career triple-double. Where does Westbrook rank among the all-time great point guards? The hosts discuss his place in history and what makes him so special. Then, it’s time for Wicked or Kick It! The guys judge NBA players’ outfits with a no-holds-barred approach. Dennis Rodman, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Paul George’s looks are up for review. If you like it, it’s wicked—if not, it’s getting kicked to the curb. Finally, the hosts reveal their must-watch NBA League Pass games of the week. Ountae picks Warriors at Spurs, with Victor Wembanyama facing off against Steph Curry, plus a revenge game for Chris Paul against the Warriors. Travis is all in on Mavericks at Nuggets, where Kyrie Irving and Nikola Jokic will battle it out for supremacy in the West. Tune in for all that and more on this packed episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Intro + The Tradition 03:50 Celtics Send A Message 06:00 Jayson Tatum’s MVP Moment 09:33 Celtics VS Wizards Preview 10:49 Draymond Green Comments On Grizzlies Coach 14:28 The Rebuttal 22:51 Is Russell Westbrook A Top 5 PG? 37:01 Wicked Or Kick It - NBA Fashion 44:19 Must Watch NBA League Pass Games 47:56 Trav’s Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 分
  • Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, & The 76ers Are Falling Apart (Clip)

    Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, & The 76ers Are Falling Apart (Clip)
    2024/11/20
    Drama brewing within the Philadelphia 76ers! Tyrese Maxey recently called out Joel Embiid for being late to meetings during a 1.5 hour player-only meeting led by Kyle Lowry. The guys also discuss the 76ers’ disastrous 2-11 start, including a shocking loss to the Heat where Embiid didn’t record a single free-throw attempt for the first time since 2018. Will this internal dysfunction be enough to derail their playoff hopes this season? The 76ers definitely need something to change Catch all of this and more on this clip from Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell! Catch us every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ #NBA #76ers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 分
  • Cavs & Celtics BEST In The NBA!

    Cavs & Celtics BEST In The NBA!
    2024/11/20
    The Cleveland Cavaliers Vs Boston Celtics matchup lived up to the hype! Both the Cavs and the Celtics showed that they are the real contenders out East. Travis Thomas kicks things off with a fiery rant about the Eastern Conference, claiming that it’s Boston and Cleveland at the top, with everyone else fighting for scraps. The host also dive into James Harden's legacy — will he be remembered for his greatness or his infamous collapses? Harden recently passed Ray Allen to become 2nd all-time in career three-pointers made, adding another major milestone to his storied career. Travis then reintroduces Ountae Campbell to the conversation, and the two discuss why the NBA's "Last 2 Minute Report" should not be shared with the public. Ountae claims the L2M is pointless. Then the two dive into the struggling 76ers, they explore the team’s dire situation (2-11 record) and the issues surrounding Joel Embiid’s lack of free-throws against the Heat, along with Tyrese Maxey challenging Embiid over his tardiness in a player meeting led by Kyle Lowry. Then, it’s time for "Win In 7" — a fun segment where Travis asks questions to guess a mystery NBA player that Ountae is thinking of. Later, the guys look at the Nets' decision not to extend Cam Thomas and discuss why it could be difficult to find a trade partner. What are the top two teams that should be calling Brooklyn? Finally, the guys wrap up the show with a quick preview of their NBA League Pass Game to Watch, with Ountae recommending Hawks vs. Warriors and Travis highlighting Knicks vs. Suns. Plus, don’t miss Travis’ thoughts on the potential changes to the NBA All-Star format. Tune in for all that and more on this packed episode of Hold My Banner, hosted by Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Intro 03:49 Cavs & Celtics Are The Cream Of The Crop 09:28 James Harden Legacy 19:55 NBA Last Two Minute Report 22:30 Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, & The 76ers Are Struggling 29:42 NBA 7 Questions - Win In 7 38:12 Nets’ Cam Thomas Possible Trade Locations 45:20 Must Watch NBA League Pass Games 48:30 NBA All-Star Game New Possible Format 50:19 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 分
  • Darius Garland And The Cavs Can’t Lose! (Clip)

    Darius Garland And The Cavs Can’t Lose! (Clip)
    2024/11/15
    The Cleveland Cavaliers are on a roll, and Darius Garland is leading the charge! Garland’s been lighting it up on the court for the Cavs, and his fashion game isn’t slowing down either. Does his fit match his fiery performance? In this clip from the Hold My Banner podcast, Travis and Ountae dive into the hottest NBA fashion in another round of Wicked or Kick It. This time, we’re judging the fits of Darius Garland, Bruce Brown, and Tyrese Haliburton. Who’s serving up style, and who’s getting kicked to the curb? Tune in to find out if we’re calling these NBA pregame outfits wicked or sending them straight to the curb! Catch us every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ #NBA #Cavs #NBAFashion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 分