The Old Man and the Three The Boston Celtics Episode: Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, Anfernee Simons, and Luka Garza | YM3
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Jan 29, 2026 
Payton Pritchard, steady Celtics guard known for leadership and consistency. Luka Garza, big man who moved to Boston after Minnesota and college stardom at Iowa. Anfernee Simons, dynamic scorer who learned from Damian Lillard. Derrick White, Celtics two-way, storyteller and podcast creator. They trade wild training-camp tales, reactions to joining Boston, Joe Mazzulla’s intense coaching, locker-room culture, role shifts after trades, and memorable playoff and rookie stories.
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NIL Changed College Trajectories
- Payton and others observe NIL has shifted college basketball toward one-year transactional moves, reducing long-term team development.
- They warn that frequent transfers can hinder personal growth that comes from staying and developing in a program.
Learn By Listening In Rookie Years
- Anfernee recommends young players come into veteran locker rooms quiet and observant to learn from older teammates.
- He credits veterans for protecting rookies from negative distractions early in their careers.
Ant's Confidence And Work Ethic
- Luka recounts watching Anfernee's confidence and work ethic evolve, noting his nightly gym sessions even during playoffs.
- Teammates admired Ant's mix of swagger and willingness to learn from coaches and peers.
