In this edition of The Big 3 NBA Podcast, A. Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis discuss Jaylen Brown’s comments in Las Vegas regarding Nike, Derrick White, etc., in addition to the Celtics’ summer league squad which is coming off a convincing win over the Los Angeles Lakers and the much-talked-about Bronny James.

Join the conversation as Jaylen Brown’s feelings of being snubbed by Team USA due to Nike come to light, fueling his determination to prove himself. Dive into the Summer League action with insights on players like Neemias Queta, Drew Peterson, and JD Davidson, analyzing their strengths and areas for improvement. Discover how Bronny James faced challenges on the court, drawing comparisons and raising concerns about his readiness for the NBA. Explore contrasting narratives with Joe Mazzulla’s championship journey, emphasizing family, personal growth, and motivation in the competitive basketball landscape. Tune in for a dynamic blend of player analyses, personal reflections, and the highs and lows of the basketball world!

0:00 – Intro
4:28 – Jaylen’s Disappointment with Team USA Selection
6:11 – Need for Transparency in Team Selection
8:43 – Queta’s Consistent Summer Performance
10:23 – Queta’s Improvement in Summer League
12:32 – Peterson’s G League Performance
14:30 – Peterson’s Potential as Sam Hauser’s Successor
16:23 – Peterson’s development expectations
20:09 – JD’s court recognition
22:00 – JD’s summer league progress
23:38 – Signs of progress
26:13 – Crowd’s support for Bronny
32:51 – LeBron’s dream
39:00 – Bronny’s scrutiny
41:00 – Elevating basic plays
42:45 – Mental and skill challenges
44:18 – Lack of support

 

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Jackson Tolliver

Jackson Tolliver is a producer, writer, and editor for CLNS Media. He graduated from Emerson College in 2024 where he studied journalism, focused on sports media. He previously worked for The Boston Globe as a sports correspondent and WHDH 7News as a broadcast writer.

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