Join us in this episode of the BIG 3 NBA Podcast as hosts A. Sherrod Blakley and Gary Washburn dive into the Boston Celtics' impressive start to the season, remaining undefeated alongside the Cavaliers and Thunder. They break down the Celtics' dominant performance against the Knicks and their resilience in wins vs the Pistons and Bucks, while also addressing concerns about transition defense and Jayson Tatum's technical fouls. The spotlight shines on Payton Pritchard, whose emergence as a key bench player could make him a contender for the 6th Man of the Year award. With insights on Derrick White's significant improvements and a look ahead to upcoming matchups, this episode is packed with analysis and excitement for Celtics fans and NBA enthusiasts alike! 0:00 -Intro 1:11 - Impressive win opener 5:43 - Tatum's technical issues 8:05 - Emotions in check 10:13 - Areas for improvement 11:50 - Celtics' early success 15:49 - Prize picks discount 18:22 - Payton Pritchard's consistency 23:01 - Pritchard's impact on team 27:04 - Derrick White's contributions 29:38 - White's underrated value 32:09 - Celtics title defense 34:01 - Derrick All-Star potential 36:21 - Pacers' early struggles 39:47 - Celtics vs. Hornets preview 42:21 - Banchero's impressive performance 47:57 - Surprise team predictions 51:26 - LeBron's transition phase The Big 3 NBA Podcast is presented by: Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 when you play $5! PrizePicks, run your game! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime! Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices