Celtics vs Knicks. Does it still matter?

Sherrod Blakely and The Athletic's James L. Edwards III discuss the New York Knicks' season-opening win, against Cleveland the team under new coach Mike Brown, and their plan for how to use Jalen Brunson in addition to looking ahead to Friday night's game against Boston and whether there's a difference for fans heading into this matchup that's different than the past few years when these two squared off. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the app today and use Code CLNS at PrizePicks.com/CLNS & Get $50 instantly when you play $5  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The BIG 3 NBA Podcast, Gary Washburn, A. Sherrod Blakely, and Kwani A. Lunis discuss what to expect from the Boston Celtics heading into the 2025-26 NBA season — without Jayson Tatum. The trio breaks down how Jaylen Brown can take the reins as the team’s leader, the importance of role players like Derrick White and Payton Pritchard stepping up, and how Joe Mazzulla can guide Boston through what some are calling a “gap year.” 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

Sherrod Blakely and Cleveland.com’s Ethan Sands discuss the Cavs being short-handed to start the season; Evan Mobley’s chase for league MVP; the Celtics’ place in the East pecking order, and much more in this episode of 00:00 Intro 1:54 Cavs being without Max Strus and Darius Garland to start the season 3:35 Who will step up in their absence 5:48 De’Andre Hunter’s impact now with a full training camp under his belt 13:29 The budding relationship between Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley 13:54 Ethan’s take on Mobley and what his ascension means to the Cavs 19:01 The addition of Lonzo Ball 21:35 Where Ethan predicts Evan Mobley will finish in league MVP voting 26:59 The area of Jaylen Brown’s game that could impact Boston winning more games 29:16 Pick-and-roll game with Ethan: Playoff, Play-In or Lottery? 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

Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss the latest Boston Celtics storylines with the preseason slate of games nearly wrapped up. Suggested Thumbnail Images: Josh Minott; Luka Garza; Chris Boucher; Hugo Gonzalez. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by  💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲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

Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss Jayson Tatum's new "job," Joe Mazzulla's style of play this season, the newest member of the Celtics' circle of trust, and much more in this week's episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by  💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲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

Sherrod Blakely and CLNS’ Bobby Manning discuss the changing timetable for Jayson Tatum’s return, increased physicality in training camp, the Celtics’ difference-makers besides Jaylen Brown and Derrick White and more in this week's episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by  💰 Prize Picks - ⁠https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS⁠ 📲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! 🎟️Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Swipe. Tap. Ticket. Go. Download the Gametime app today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis, and Gary Washburn discuss Derrick White’s expanded role this season, Jaylen Brown’s leadership, the latest on Al Horford, and much more in the latest episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast. ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 00:00 Intro 01:23 Takeaways from Celtics media day 06:41 Is Derrick White ready to be number 2? 17:01 Expectations for Jaylen Brown this season 24:47 Biggest takeaway from media day 29:47 PrizePicks 31:00 Gametime 32:31 Al Horford signs multiyear deal with the Warriors 36:50 Is Al Horford a hall of famer? + Will the Celtics retire #42? 42:20 Thanks for watching! The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by  💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS 📲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

Sherrod Blakely and Dallas Morning News Mavericks beat reporter Michael Curtis discuss expectations for the Dallas Mavericks this season; light(er) weight Luka Dončić in LA; the Jonathan Kuminga situation in Golden State and the Celtics connection; and finally, the former Celtic with a new team who is likely to make the biggest impact this upcoming season. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by  💰 Prize Picks - ⁠⁠⁠https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS⁠⁠⁠ Download the app today and use Code CLNS when you sign up & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sherrod Blakely, Kwani Lunis and Gary Washburn discuss former Celtic Dennis Schröder’s MVP performance in Eurobasket; the Celtics’ enormous payroll; and who may not be on it this season.  ⏰EPISODE TIMELINE⏰ 00:00 Intro 01:52 Is Dennis Schröder a future Hall of Famer? 16:58 Subscribe to CLNS on YouTube! 17:11 Which Celtic is most likely to be dealt before the season starts? 23:54 PrizePicks 25:00 Gametime 26:44 Would Russell Westbrook be a good fit in Boston? 33:41 Should Brad Stevens add anyone else to this roster? 37:40 Subscribe to the Big 3 NBA Podcast on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify!  The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by  💰 Prize Picks - ⁠⁠https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS⁠⁠ Download the app today and use Code CLNS when you sign up & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sherrod Blakely and Yahoo! Sports' Vincent Goodwill discuss New York City's own New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets; the (not so powerful) Eastern Conference and where the Celtics fit into it now; as well as the team that will benefit the most from one of the now ex-Celtics being on their roster this season. The Big 3 NBA Podcast is Powered by  💰 Prize Picks - ⁠⁠⁠https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS⁠⁠⁠ Download the app today and use Code CLNS when you sign up & Get $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices