CSN, ESPN or both for draft coverage?

[Alleyoopster]

FWIW: I don't have ESPN as part of my standard TV package from Directv. I do have CSNNE.   

Over a month ago CSN started advertising their upcoming coverage of the NBA draft preceded by a special on the 86 Celtics. With so much anticipation you know they will have their staff fully committed to this day.

Unfortunately, they won't be covering the event live. ESPN has the television rights. Maybe they'll let CSN have recorded video take-aways when the Celtics select.  This is what appeared to happen during the NBA lottery. There was very little actual footage of the event itself. Don't feel I missed much as the CSN coverage was fairly entertaining and there really wasn't a whole lot that I wanted to see except for the results.

The NBA draft appears to be another ball game in comparison. There should be a lot more drama with so much at stake for the Celtics. Plus, the numerous draft choices adds to the intrigue.

I'm planning on adding ESPN for the next week or so for two reasons. One, to see the rest of the OJ documentary (continues tomorrow) and secondly to catch the lottery in real time. Maybe I'll switch back and forth between the networks and/or DVR them. Not sure if it's worth the extra dough. If it weren't for the OJ special I'd probably rethink this idea.

Anyone thinking of doing the same? Or, is CSN coverage good enough or better because of the local slant?

[Smokeeye123]

If Gary Tanguay or A. Sherrod have any significant presence on the coverage then stay far away from CSN.

[jambr380]

For many years, I've always just watched the draft in its entirety and haven't been particularly impressed with the CSNNE coverage. Unless you do tons of advanced research, it's the best way to get an introduction to all of the new players entering the NBA.

Luckily, these last few years, I've had the opportunity to see the even live in New York - very affordable tickets and provides a different type of excitement. Whatever you do, I am sure you will enjoy the night (as long as Danny doesn't screw it up  ).

[Alleyoopster]

For many years, I've always just watched the draft in its entirety and haven't been particularly impressed with the CSNNE coverage. Unless you do tons of advanced research, it's the best way to get an introduction to all of the new players entering the NBA.

Luckily, these last few years, I've had the opportunity to see the even live in New York - very affordable tickets and provides a different type of excitement. Whatever you do, I am sure you will enjoy the night (as long as Danny doesn't screw it up  ).

The more affordable seats $50-$70 are further back. How are these seats? Can you see and hear what is going on? Or, do you feel quite distant? 

[86MaxwellSmart]

I DVR both....watch ESPN live....watch CSN later...all the while, being logged onto CelticsBlog.

[timpiker]

I try to watch CSNE  for Tommy but a lot of times I'm blacked out in Michigan.

[Denis998]

For many years, I've always just watched the draft in its entirety and haven't been particularly impressed with the CSNNE coverage. Unless you do tons of advanced research, it's the best way to get an introduction to all of the new players entering the NBA.

Luckily, these last few years, I've had the opportunity to see the even live in New York - very affordable tickets and provides a different type of excitement. Whatever you do, I am sure you will enjoy the night (as long as Danny doesn't screw it up  ).

The more affordable seats $50-$70 are further back. How are these seats? Can you see and hear what is going on? Or, do you feel quite distant?

pardon the shoes in the middle, but here are what those seats look like. This was like the only picture that was zoomed out for the arena.

[dreamgreen]

If Gary Tanguay or A. Sherrod have any significant presence on the coverage then stay far away from CSN.

Ugh I HATE tanguay!! Anyway I'll flip back and forth I'm sure, DVR'ing CSN ain't a bad idea.

[jambr380]

For many years, I've always just watched the draft in its entirety and haven't been particularly impressed with the CSNNE coverage. Unless you do tons of advanced research, it's the best way to get an introduction to all of the new players entering the NBA.

Luckily, these last few years, I've had the opportunity to see the even live in New York - very affordable tickets and provides a different type of excitement. Whatever you do, I am sure you will enjoy the night (as long as Danny doesn't screw it up  ).

The more affordable seats $50-$70 are further back. How are these seats? Can you see and hear what is going on? Or, do you feel quite distant?

pardon the shoes in the middle, but here are what those seats look like. This was like the only picture that was zoomed out for the arena.

Yeah, I mean, the seats aren't amazing or anything, but I feel you get a good sense of what is going on and the announcers/analysis is extremely similar to what you get on television. Last year was rough, though, as I had this one dude yelling 'Kristaps!!' in my ear all night long. He was presumably not satisfied with the pick - how is that working out now, db?