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In this episode of Hold My Banner, hosts Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell tackle the latest in NBA action! Travis kicks things off with a fiery rant, previewing the thrilling matchup between the Celtics and 76ers. What are the expectations for coach Joe Mazzulla, and which coaches are feeling the pressure this season? Next, we welcome special guest Tony Massenburg to dissect the Southeast Divisio...

In this clip from Hold My Banner, Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell break down the Orlando Magic’s offseason, including their recent three-year, $60 million deal for Wendell Carter. They discuss the team’s realistic outcomes for the upcoming season and share some intriguing bets to consider. Can the Magic finish in the top three in the Eastern Conference? Will Paolo Banchero make the leap everyone...

The NBA GM Survey has been released and they believe the Thunder had the best offseason. Travis Thomas goes with Paul George & the 76ers. Ountae Campbell says the Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges & the Knicks did it best. What NBA team would you choose? Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. GET NESN 360: https:/...

In this clip from Hold My Banner, Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell dive into the Miami Heat’s offseason and what it means for their upcoming season. They discuss whether it’s time to rethink Heat Culture and if the team can stay healthy throughout the year. Is Jimmy Butler nearing the end of his time in Miami? Plus, they tackle the big questions surrounding Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra’s strategi...

Join Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell for another action-packed episode of Hold My Banner! This week, we kick things off with our Finals thoughts on the Celtics vs. Nuggets games in Abu Dhabi. Jayson Tatum dazzles with his shooting, landing just under 43% from three, while a rejuvenated Russell Westbrook looks like he’s found his groove. We’ll also check in on how the Bucks’ stars, including Gian...

In this clip of Hold My Banner, hosts Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell dive deep into the Charlotte Hornets as they gear up for the new NBA season. The duo shares their insights on the team's offseason moves and what they mean for the upcoming campaign. Will the Hornets see a breakthrough under new head coach Charles Lee? Travis and Ountae discuss LaMelo Ball's potential for consistent stardom an...

In this engaging clip from Hold My Banner, hosts Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell dive into the Atlanta Hawks’ offseason and what lies ahead for the team. They discuss the Hawks' recent moves, realistic expectations for the upcoming season, and potential betting insights. The conversation heats up as they consider whether Trae Young might request a trade before the year ends and whether rookie Za...

John Fanta, broadcaster for NBA TV’s broadcast of the Celtics vs Nuggets in Abu Dhabi, talks about the champion’s biggest threats. He tells Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell that the Knicks are legit! 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 YouTub...

It’s game day for the Celtics on this electrifying episode of Hold My Banner! Hosts Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell kick things off with a shoutout to Caitlin Clark, the WNBA Rookie of the Year, setting the stage for a thrilling discussion. Travis dives into the excitement of preseason games in Abu Dhabi, reflecting on the new faces and fresh dynamics around the league. Special guest John Fanta,...

In this dynamic clip from Hold My Banner, Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell break down the Milwaukee Bucks' offseason and what it means for their championship hopes. They discuss the key moves made during the summer and analyze the realistic outcomes for the upcoming season.   Will the new partnership of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo thrive, or are there concerns? Plus, they tackle the...

In this engaging clip from Hold My Banner, Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell team up with George Balekji to break down the New York Knicks' offseason and their ambitions for the upcoming season. They tackle the potential impact of a blockbuster trade for Karl-Anthony Towns and whether it could elevate the Knicks past the Celtics.   The discussion heats up as they dive into the future of Mitchell R...

The Karl-Anthony Towns proposed trade to the Knicks has George Balekji, Travis Thomas, and Ountae Campbell a little nervous because of this one issue. Is KAT ready for New York? 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....

Join Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell in this exciting episode of Hold My Banner as they dive deep into the evolving identities of the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks. First up, they dissect Joe Mazzulla’s pivotal role in shaping the Celtics' personality and what that means for their upcoming season. Can he lead this team to new heights, or will they face challenges in their quest for glory? T...

In this clip of Hold My Banner, hosts George Balekji and Ountae Campbell take a deep dive into the Indiana Pacers as they gear up for the new NBA season. They kick off with a candid discussion about the Pacers’ offseason moves—how did the team fare, and what implications do those changes hold for the upcoming games? As they explore realistic outcomes for the season, George and Ountae weigh in on p...

When will Celtics Big Man Kristaps Porzingis be back in the lineup for the defending champions? George Balekji and Ountae Campbell have a date in mind after seeing and hearing from him at Celtics Media Day! 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:...

In this clip from Hold My Banner, hosts George Balekji and Ountae Campbell dive into an in-depth preview of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ upcoming season. They discuss the team’s offseason moves and share their thoughts on what realistic outcomes fans can expect. They explore potential bets on the Cavs, speculate whether key players like Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen will remain with t...

In this episode of "Hold My Banner," hosts George Balekji and Ountae Campbell kick things off with a celebratory shoutout to the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces for advancing to the WNBA Playoffs Semifinals! Plus, a special congratulations to Dijonai Carrington for winning the WNBA Most Improved Player award. The discussion heats up as the guys dive into Celtics Media Day reactions. Jayson Tat...

In this clip from Hold My Banner, hosts George Balekji and Ountae Campbell break down the Chicago Bulls as they head into the new season!   We discuss the implications of their offseason, particularly the loss of DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso. What’s a realistic outcome for the Bulls this year? We’ll dive into potential bets and what we can expect from Lonzo Ball and Josh Giddey.   Is Coby White r...

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Welcome to Hold My Banner, your go-to podcast for all things basketball! Join hosts George Balekji and Ountae Campbell as they dive deep into the latest NBA news, hot takes, and player predictions. This week, George is fed up with the endless Ben Simmons jump shot videos—can we finally expect him to make a breakthrough? In our Central Division preview, we’ll dissect the Chicago Bulls’ offseason mo...

Newsflash Ountae! Shohei Ohtani already is the only player in MLB history to have 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a season! George Balekji tells us what the NBA equivalent is to Ohtani's historical season.  Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Tuesday, 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/  ...

In this exciting clip from Hold My Banner, hosts George Balekji and Ountae Campbell break down the Detroit Pistons’ offseason and what it means for the upcoming season. They dive into the impact of new players like Tobias Harris and Malik Beasley, discussing how these additions will mesh with rising stars like Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey.   The hosts analyze realistic outcomes for the Pistons t...

Welcome to Hold My Banner, the basketball podcast where hosts George Balekji and Ountae Campbell dive deep into the latest buzz in the NBA and beyond! In this episode, they kick things off by discussing the potential for a new WNBA team in Portland. Is Portland the right city for expansion, and who should be the next franchise to join the league? Next, the duo takes a look at the freshly leaked NB...

What if Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown team up with Zion Williamson? George Balekji and Ountae Campbell ponder if the stars would’ve work well together on New Orleans Pelicans? Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Tuesday, 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....

Welcome to a special clip from Hold My Banner, the ultimate basketball podcast where we bring you the latest insights and analysis. In this episode, we’re focusing on the Dallas Mavericks as we preview their upcoming NBA season.   We start by breaking down the Mavericks' offseason moves. How did they address their needs, and what does it mean for their future? With Kyrie Irving returning for anoth...