In this clip, the hosts delve into their awards preview for the upcoming NBA season, sharing their picks for the most prestigious honors. They start with Coach of the Year, where Travis selects Ime Udoka of the Rockets, George backs Tom Thibodeau of the Knicks, and Ountae opts for Mike Budenholzer of the Suns.
The discussion continues with Sixth Man of the Year, highlighting candidates like Donte DiVincenzo, Buddy Hield, and Ben Mathurin. They also consider the Most Improved Player category, with picks including Evan Mobley, Jalen Williams, and Jonathan Kuminga.
Moving on to Rookie of the Year, they share their favorites: Zach Edey, Dalton Knecht, and Reed Sheppard. The hosts unanimously agree on Victor Wembanyama for Defensive Player of the Year, while they round off with a heated debate over the Most Valuable Player award, featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jalen Brunson, and Luka Doncic.
Join Travis Thomas, Ountae Campbell, and guest George Balekji for this engaging discussion packed with insights and predictions for the NBA's top accolades! Catch 'Hold My Banner' every Wednesday and Friday on NESN's Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. For the full episode click here: https://bit.ly/3Yd1LNB
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By NESN
October 19, 2024
