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Title: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: FLCeltsFan on March 03, 2010, 01:35:39 PM
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Charlotte Bobcats (28-30) at Boston Celtics (37-21) 
Wednesday, March 3
7:30 PM ET
Game #59,  Home Game #28
TV CSN HD, FSCR, LP 752, 753
TD Garden

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Coach: Doc Rivers
Average Age: 27.8
Average Height: 6-6
Average Weight: 224

Probable Starters
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PG:  Rajon Rondo   
SG:  Ray Allen   
SF:   Paul Pierce   
PF:   Kevin Garnett 
C:    Kendrick Perkins   

Reserves
Rasheed Wallace
Marquis Daniels
Nate Robinson
Shelden Williams
Marcus Landry
Brian Scalabrine
Glen Davis 
Tony Allen

Injuries
Kendrick Perkins (flu) questionable

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Coach: Larry Brown
Average Age: 26.2
Average Height: 6-7
Average Weight: 223


Probable Starters
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PG: Raymond Felton   
SG:  Stephen Jackson   
SF:   Gerald Wallace   
PF:   Boris Diaw   
C:   Theo Ratliff   

Reserves
Gerald Henderson
Derrick Brown
DJ Augustin
Stephen Graham
Tyrus Thomas   

Injuries
Alexis Ajinca (thumb)  out
DeSagana Diop (MCL)  out
Tyson Chandler (ankle) day to day
Nazr Mohammed (back) day to day

Key Matchups
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Rajon Rondo vs Raymond Felton
 Rondo should be able to beat Felton off the dribble and if he is aggressive should be able to either get a shot inside or kick out to the open man.  Rondo's level of aggressiveness in setting the pace for the Celtics will be key to this game. 

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Paul Pierce vs Gerald Wallace
Gerald Wallace always plays well against the Celtics.  Pierce will be playing in just his second game back from the thumb injury and his defense is going to be needed in this game every bit as much as his offense as Wallace can be a handful. 

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Ray Allen vs Stephen Jackson
Stephen Jackson has been a good addition for the Bobcats and he has been playing well for them.   Ray Allen will have his hands full in this game trying to guard Jackson and also trying to get his shot off against him. 


TEAM CONNECTIONS:
Nazr Mohammed and Rajon Rondo are former Kentucky Wildcats
DeSagana Diop, Stephen Jackson and Rajon Rondo attended Oak Hill
Academy
Raymond Felton and Rasheed Wallace are former North Carolina Tar Heels
Gerald Henderson and Shelden Williams are former Duke Blue
Devils
DeSagana Diop and Marquis Daniels were teammates in Dallas during the 2005-06 season
Stephen Jackson and Marquis Daniels were teammates in Indiana during the 2006-07 season
Tyrus Thomas and Glen Davis were teammates at Louisiana State
Theo Ratliff played for the Celtics during the 2006-07 season
Theo Ratliff and Rasheed Wallace were teammates in Detroit during the 2007-08 season

Game Notes
 Celtics won the season series 2-1 against Charlotte in 2008-09; The Celtics are 1-0 against the Bobcats during the 2009-10 season
 Paul Pierce led the Celtics with 26.3 points per game last season
 Gerald Wallace averaged 22.0 points per game against the Celtics during the 08-09 campaign
 The Celtics have never lost a season series against the Bobcats
 The Celtics are leading the all-time series 14-5 with the Celtics 8-2 at home

The Bobcats are one of those young and athletic teams that always seem to give the Celtics problems. This is the 3rd and final meeting between these two teams.   In their first meeting this season, the Celtics home opener,  the Celtics beat the Bobcats 92-59.  But, that was when the Celtics weren't bored and were playing wire to wire defense. We haven't seen that type of effort from this team in a long time.   In their second game, the Celtics won in Charlotte 108-92. 

The Celtics are 5-5 in their last 10 and are coming off a win in Detroit.  They have struggled at home, though where they are just 16-11.  The Bobcats are 4-6 in their last 10 and are 8-22 on the road. 

The Celtics are in the 4th spot in the East, 1/2 game behind the Hawks, which isn't a good spot to be in.  They need to at least move up to 3rd and preferably 2nd.  But to do that they need to start playing better, especially at home.  Charlotte on the other hand is 1/2 game out of the 8th spot in the East and are trying to pick up wins to move into that 8th spot. 

Perk missed the Detroit game with the flu and is questionable for this one but Doc said that he expects him to play in this one. The Celtics are playing in the second of back to back games and fatigue could be a problem, especially against a running team like the Bobcats. 

Keys to the Game
1.  Defense, defense, defense
2.  Start strong and play 48 minutes
3.  Run the Offense - Make the extra pass and don't settle for quick shots
4.  Rebound - Limit Bobcat 2nd chances and fast breaks
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Evantime34 on March 03, 2010, 01:45:03 PM
Let's make it 2 in a row.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Drucci on March 03, 2010, 01:47:59 PM
It will probably be tough and ugly on a back to back.

On the other hand, the biggest question in this game is this one : who will win, knowing that the Bobcats suck on the road (8-22) and that we are terrible at home (16-11)?

I hope the Celtics will prevail and finally start playing good to great at home and taking advantage of their crowd's energy but I've been hoping for that change for months now.

TP FL and let's go C's!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Greenbean on March 03, 2010, 01:58:12 PM
Tickets are going for under 10 bucks on stub hub right now. Here's hoping the Garden is packed tonight with real fans since a seat is actually affordable. I predict a lound building tonight. I hope they take advantage.

I know Nate gets pumped by the crowd. I want to see KG cursing feverishly at the first couple of rows tonight. Well, Im still not watching but I want to read about it tomrrow on CB!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: lon3lytoaster on March 03, 2010, 02:30:52 PM
Tickets are going for under 10 bucks on stub hub right now. Here's hoping the Garden is packed tonight with real fans since a seat is actually affordable. I predict a lound building tonight. I hope they take advantage.

I know Nate gets pumped by the crowd. I want to see KG cursing feverishly at the first couple of rows tonight. Well, Im still not watching but I want to read about it tomrrow on CB!


Doesn't seem like KG is doing all that much cursing this year, really. Outside of the occasional N and F bombs, not much. Clearly, in order to get that championship drive back we need KG to be screaming obscenities full force, for at least 35 minutes a game.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 02:32:15 PM
I'm worried about this game. At least Charlotte is without Tyson Chandler and Nazr Mohammed. That gives the Celtics a better chance of winning this one.

I think the Bobcats two main wings, Stephen Jackson + Gerald Wallace, will outplay Pierce and Ray by a large margin (since Pierce looked so bad last night). I also think the Bobcats ability in transition will cause the Celtics a lot of problems. And that their defensive ability will cause the C's misfiring offense trouble.

I do not feel good about this game.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 02:33:02 PM
It would be fantastic if Boston could get a win tonight. They need to trot out a couple of consecutive wins to get their swagger back. To get their confidence rolling again.

They need a win streak.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: RAcker on March 03, 2010, 02:54:17 PM
We need to get our mojo back at home.  Paul was trash on defense last night and tonight will be a major challenge because Wallace, et al always cause him problems.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Greenbean on March 03, 2010, 03:02:51 PM
Tickets are going for under 10 bucks on stub hub right now. Here's hoping the Garden is packed tonight with real fans since a seat is actually affordable. I predict a lound building tonight. I hope they take advantage.

I know Nate gets pumped by the crowd. I want to see KG cursing feverishly at the first couple of rows tonight. Well, Im still not watching but I want to read about it tomrrow on CB!


Doesn't seem like KG is doing all that much cursing this year, really. Outside of the occasional N and F bombs, not much. Clearly, in order to get that championship drive back we need KG to be screaming obscenities full force, for at least 35 minutes a game.

You havent seen the latest data published by Hollinger?

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Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ACF on March 03, 2010, 03:39:34 PM
TP once again.

GO CELTICS!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 04:32:18 PM
I got goosebumps watching the Celtics opening night intro....I felt really proud....sensed something special was going to happen this season. Sadly, its been the opposite so far...I hope the tide turns in our favour starting tonight. CELTICS HOORAH...CELTICS HOORAH...1 2 3 Ubuntu.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Greenbean on March 03, 2010, 04:35:00 PM
I got goosebumps watching the Celtics opening night intro....I felt really proud....sensed something special was going to happen this season. Sadly, its been the opposite so far...I hope the tide turns in our favour starting tonight. CELTICS HOORAH...CELTICS HOORAH...1 2 3 Ubuntu.

That post deserves a TP. I dont know why but it made me feel good. So...you get a TP.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 04:39:00 PM
I got goosebumps watching the Celtics opening night intro....I felt really proud....sensed something special was going to happen this season. Sadly, its been the opposite so far...I hope the tide turns in our favour starting tonight. CELTICS HOORAH...CELTICS HOORAH...1 2 3 Ubuntu.

That post deserves a TP. I dont know why but it made me feel good. So...you get a TP.

Thanks :)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 04:49:45 PM
This game is completely critical because since they beat the Cavs, and we beat them it means we're the best team in the league!!!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Mr October on March 03, 2010, 05:04:34 PM
CELTICS HOORAH!!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 05:09:10 PM
This game is completely critical because since they beat the Cavs, and we beat them it means we're the best team in the league!!!!

We aren't the best yet..but I think come playoffs and we will be there or nearly there. Larry Bird may not walk through that door...but Larry O'Brien trophy certainly is ;)

I'm feeling very optimistic..tonight's gonna be a good night.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 05:25:45 PM
Thanks @ anonymous TP donor :)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 05:27:01 PM
The Bobcats, eh? It's gonna be a long night.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: marseye on March 03, 2010, 06:09:36 PM
a win a win  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Onslaught on March 03, 2010, 06:40:34 PM
I'm worried about this game. At least Charlotte is without Tyson Chandler and Nazr Mohammed. That gives the Celtics a better chance of winning this one.

My home team plays better without Chandler. I still hope Boston wins.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 07:13:46 PM
I think tonight is win #2 in the revitalization of the Boston Celtics and the second in a minimum 7 game winning streak

I think they are going to start a nice streak here where the team starts to gel

Just thinking positive
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 07:18:40 PM
I think tonight is win #2 in the revitalization of the Boston Celtics and the second in a minimum 7 game winning streak

I think they are going to start a nice streak here where the team starts to gel

Just thinking positive

Hear, Hear....and on another positive note, the difference between the avg. age of the two teams is only 1.6 years (and they say we are old) ;)



Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 07:25:15 PM
Unless memory deceives me, this is going to be the first game that what will likely be our 9-man playoff rotation will play together.  Hopefully we see good things, and even more good things as PP and KG continue to improve healthwise. 
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: twinbree on March 03, 2010, 07:42:25 PM
Feels weird to see the faces of the full starting 5.
I wonder if we've had a game this season where all our starters have played and been at almost 100%. Seems even when they all play someone is recovering from something or the other.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 07:43:27 PM
WOW!!! :o :o :o :o

What a block by KG!!!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 07:47:36 PM
OLE defense on that Rondo drive

He'll have that all night especially on fast breaks
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 07:48:12 PM
Awesome passing on the break there.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 07:48:48 PM
Another quick start for the Celtics
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on March 03, 2010, 07:48:52 PM
Good movement, good passing.  Me likes.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on March 03, 2010, 07:52:19 PM
I'm hoping our "fast starts" will become "dominating starts" as the team gets healthier, and they start to trust the health of their teammates -- being able to execute the plays and defense without having to compensate for the injuries of their teammates. 

EDIT:  fewer lackadaisical plays would help too.   ::)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Mr October on March 03, 2010, 07:54:53 PM
I'm hoping our "fast starts" will become "dominating starts" as the team gets healthier, and they start to trust the health of their teammates -- being able to execute the plays and defense without having to compensate for the injuries of their teammates. 

EDIT:  fewer lackadaisical plays would help too.   ::)

Agreed. They're looking good so far!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 07:55:59 PM
While Ray's obviously come out because of the two fouls, this would be the ideal time to take him out anyway most games.  In games that Ray didn't have two fouls, he could come back in with 2 minutes left to give PP a blow, avoiding the need for TA altogether.  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: RJ87 on March 03, 2010, 08:00:11 PM
keep noticing over the past 2 games that KG is being REALLY mindful landing on the left leg and avoiding his right knee... I'm not saying that its hurt, but it doesn't exactly make me confident.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 08:01:02 PM
Felton walked!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:01:33 PM
And here again, is where (at least in the playoffs) Ray could come back in after a 3 minute blow on the bench for PP, cutting TA out of the picture altogether.  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:02:13 PM
Bobcats keep hanging around. Just like the Pistons.

Going to be another one of those games.

At least the Bobcats aren't playing too well. That bodes well for Boston.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 08:02:41 PM
And here again, is where (at least in the playoffs) Ray could come back in after a 3 minute blow on the bench for PP, cutting TA out of the picture altogether.  

Agree, but with 2 fouls against a team with a couple of elite wings, I wouldn't.  Don't mind it here but I'd like to see it going ahead.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 08:03:14 PM
And here again, is where (at least in the playoffs) Ray could come back in after a 3 minute blow on the bench for PP, cutting TA out of the picture altogether.  

If we sign Finley no more TA.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 08:03:40 PM
keep noticing over the past 2 games that KG is being REALLY mindful landing on the left leg and avoiding his right knee... I'm not saying that its hurt, but it doesn't exactly make me confident.

Maybe he is just being cautious. We finally have our team at full strength...don't want another injury.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 08:04:15 PM
Travel!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 08:04:45 PM
Wow, Thomas was building a fort down there.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:06:22 PM
Garnett has not been looking good on those pick and rolls defensively recently. Stationary.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:06:27 PM
And here again, is where (at least in the playoffs) Ray could come back in after a 3 minute blow on the bench for PP, cutting TA out of the picture altogether.  

Agree, but with 2 fouls against a team with a couple of elite wings, I wouldn't.  Don't mind it here but I'd like to see it going ahead.

Absolutely.  Wasn't suggesting tonight.  But in the playoffs, minimizing the need for TA would be nice.  Plus, the fewer minutes TA gets at the 2, the more minutes we can play with the Rondo/Nate combo on the floor at the same time.  Ideally, unless there's foul trouble or a particular reason why Nate/Rondo really can't play the 2, I'd really like to see pretty much all the 1-3 backup minutes played by Nate and Marquis.  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 08:07:59 PM
What's been bugging me about the C's over the last two months is the lack of sustained runs

You just don't see them going on sustained 10-12-14 point runs and then not IMMEDIATELY giving it back

Just like tonight the C's play well, go on a 5-7-9 point run and then IMMEDIATELY give back 6-8-20 points for a net sum of +1,0 or -1 or worse

They just can't seem to get on that extended run to get this up into the 15-20 point lead that I think would be important mentally for this team to get and try to hold
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 08:08:16 PM
Wow, Thomas was building a fort down there.

Dick Bavetta is officiating...unfortunately for us, he always lives up to his name  ;D
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 08:09:04 PM
Doing it big in beantown Nate!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 08:09:12 PM
Billy who??

Eddie who??
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:09:18 PM
Haha, nice shooting Nate!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 08:09:55 PM
NATE! WOW, that's sick.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Mr October on March 03, 2010, 08:10:25 PM
Doing it big in beantown Nate!

Dude is bringing the energy and aggression. Awesome!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 08:10:33 PM
NATE for threeee.....he is a pocket dynamo :)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:10:46 PM
Who let the dogs out?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 08:10:50 PM
NATE!!!!  Liking him more and more every game.  I'm also starting to get more optimistic about Late-Season Sheed.

The Bobcats are playing awful, and we were keeping them in it, but our bench stepped up once again.  Nice finish there, it's good to see them not limp their way to quarter's end.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 08:10:54 PM
What's been bugging me about the C's over the last two months is the lack of sustained runs

You just don't see them going on sustained 10-12-14 point runs and then not IMMEDIATELY giving it back

Just like tonight the C's play well, go on a 5-7-9 point run and then IMMEDIATELY give back 6-8-20 points for a net sum of +1,0 or -1 or worse

They just can't seem to get on that extended run to get this up into the 15-20 point lead that I think would be important mentally for this team to get and try to hold

But now we have NATE!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:12:28 PM
Can't believe we traded Eddie... ;)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:13:01 PM
Man, I'm laughing my ass off at the moment.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 08:13:37 PM
Nate making me forget Eddie quickly.

I didn't realize how good of a shooter he was and that was my main concern with him fitting.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:14:17 PM
In all seriousness, this may be the most perfect role in the world for Nate Robinson.  Part of his problem is that he's a bit of a ballhog.  That doesn't work well over 35 mpg.  

However, in far fewer minutes, it can work wonders.  I mean Doc has basically asked him to be a ballhog and it's working.

Nice pickup Danny!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:15:14 PM
Charlotte are collapsing
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on March 03, 2010, 08:15:22 PM
NATE!!!!  Liking him more and more every game.  I'm also starting to get more optimistic about Late-Season Sheed.

The Bobcats are playing awful, and we were keeping them in it, but our bench stepped up once again.  Nice finish there, it's good to see them not limp their way to quarter's end.

Our second unit has been showing signs of being pretty nasty out there.  I like the idea that our second unit--as a unit--will be a real concern for opposing coaches.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Cman on March 03, 2010, 08:15:33 PM
Billy who??

Eddie who??

JR who??
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:15:50 PM
If he keeps this up, he may have the highest points per minute average in the league.  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:16:21 PM
Charlotte are collapsing
JENGA!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 08:16:44 PM
Charlotte are collapsing
JENGA!

#500 for the laugh sir.  Cheers!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 08:17:37 PM
I'm loving it.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 08:18:41 PM
Nate's scoring is great

His defense on Augustin is horrible
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on March 03, 2010, 08:21:03 PM
Charlotte's certainly rallied to stop the bleeding.  We need to stop the hot-dogging and dig in.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:21:31 PM
Back to single digits after being up 17 with 9 minutes remaining in the half
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:22:56 PM
come on...dont pee this lead away even more
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on March 03, 2010, 08:23:57 PM
come on...dont pee this lead away even more

I'm not sure Rondo read my last post.   ;)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:24:36 PM
This is a horrible unit from Doc. What is he smoking?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:24:40 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:25:06 PM
Five point game??? Really? Lost that lead in three minutes?

I thought the Celtics were close to finishing this game on cruise control. Bah!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:25:44 PM
ok...this is the celtic team i remember. that team that was playing so well and had that nice 17 point lead was a group i didn't recognize
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:26:04 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  
I don't like these long rests for Garnett.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 08:26:26 PM
What's been bugging me about the C's over the last two months is the lack of sustained runs

You just don't see them going on sustained 10-12-14 point runs and then not IMMEDIATELY giving it back

Just like tonight the C's play well, go on a 5-7-9 point run and then IMMEDIATELY give back 6-8-20 points for a net sum of +1,0 or -1 or worse

They just can't seem to get on that extended run to get this up into the 15-20 point lead that I think would be important mentally for this team to get and try to hold
See what I mean

They don't even trade baskets at the 16-17-18 area for a few minutes or so

Boom three minutes later a 17 point lead is 5

Very aggravating
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:26:48 PM
Five point game??? Really? Lost that lead in three minutes?

I thought the Celtics were close to finishing this game on cruise control. Bah!

Left the full bench too long in there + Doc simply put in a horrendous unit in there. It's incomprehensible.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:27:29 PM
There we go, Perk doing his black-hole move.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:27:51 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  
I don't like these long rests for Garnett.
Seriously, how long has KG been sitting?

Game time + stoppages + time between quarters. It must be 20+ minutes.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Mr October on March 03, 2010, 08:28:22 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  

I'm really loosing faith in Davis. For everything he does well, he seams to take something away. Stop trying to do too much!!! Stay within your game!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:28:44 PM
ANY win this team gets for the rest of the season is going to be a grinder. there is no such thing as an easy game anymore....boston gets up big and stops attacking. same story different day
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: misha on March 03, 2010, 08:29:06 PM
Black out  ???
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:29:21 PM
The starters are out of sync again from their long rest on the sidelines + the all bench unit.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:30:08 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  

I'm really loosing faith in Davis. For everything he does well, he seams to take something away. Stop trying to do too much!!! Stay within your game!

And I was only somewhat joking about PP out there.  I mean, what does he give up to Davis, 1 inch at best?  The might even be the same height. 

Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:30:24 PM
defense is pathetic
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 08:30:39 PM
Do we have a PG that can guard DJ Augustin

Just wondering
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:31:12 PM
rondo can't handle augustin? come on
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on March 03, 2010, 08:31:26 PM
Diaw is eating our lunch.  And I wish Rondo would provide a little more resistance.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:32:10 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  

I'm really loosing faith in Davis. For everything he does well, he seams to take something away. Stop trying to do too much!!! Stay within your game!
I think most of Davis' problems emanate from playing the wrong position.

Glen Davis is not a power forward. He is not an effective player there.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:32:45 PM
Lovely setup by Rondo for that Ray Allen three pointer.

Excellent job by Pierce on the deck to win the loose ball and find the good pass.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 08:33:01 PM
Way to kill the momentum Dick you DICK!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on March 03, 2010, 08:33:15 PM
Someone out there cares!  Right on!!!

That call should just add fuel to the fire.  Time to roll!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: misha on March 03, 2010, 08:33:30 PM
Off foul? the ref is a moron.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:33:45 PM
at least PP looks a little more captainish...boy that was a p--- poor call...no way he got there
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:33:58 PM
Do we have a PG that can guard DJ Augustin

Just wondering
Gabe Pruitt
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: RJ87 on March 03, 2010, 08:34:19 PM
Tommy is ready to riot lol
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 08:34:34 PM
Wow - I'll have to see the replay but that looked like an absolutely awful call on Pierce.  

Hated the play during the comeback but we've started showing energy again and Charlotte is obliging with a bunch of bad passes.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 08:34:45 PM
Off foul? the ref is a moron.

No, he is just ****.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:34:48 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  

I'm really loosing faith in Davis. For everything he does well, he seams to take something away. Stop trying to do too much!!! Stay within your game!
I think most of Davis' problems emanate from playing the wrong position.

Glen Davis is not a power forward. He is not an effective player there.

To an extent, but he's trying to do to much. He's at his best as a cutting big man and as a pick-and-pop player. He just doesn't have enough post-up moves at the moment to keep feeding him the ball in that position.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 08:34:56 PM
Let's play some D.

How many easy drives in a row did Charlotte have in their run? That was ridiculous.  

D was better last couple of trips but really amazing -- where is the interior defense on this team?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:35:09 PM
boy....nba refs can really control the game whenever they want
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:36:11 PM
what a bad bad bad bad bad call...he was calling that charge 3 steps before PP even got there
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:36:14 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  

I'm really loosing faith in Davis. For everything he does well, he seams to take something away. Stop trying to do too much!!! Stay within your game!
I think most of Davis' problems emanate from playing the wrong position.

Glen Davis is not a power forward. He is not an effective player there.

To an extent, but he's trying to do to much. He's at his best as a cutting big man and as a pick-and-pop player. He just doesn't have enough post-up moves at the moment to keep feeding him the ball in that position.

If he doesn't improve, come playoff time I'd be curious to see either a) Shelden get his minutes, b) Wallace just play all the backup minutes at the 4/5, or c) PP get some spot "Posey" minutes at the 4 in a small lineup.  Or maybe a d) all of the above.  

Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 08:36:55 PM
Is Tyrus Thomas just a 6'9" version of Tony Allen playing power forward

Sure seems it to me
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 08:37:44 PM
what a bad bad bad bad bad call...he was calling that charge 3 steps before PP even got there
He was calling that offensive 3 steps before the DEFENDER got there
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:38:11 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  

I'm really loosing faith in Davis. For everything he does well, he seams to take something away. Stop trying to do too much!!! Stay within your game!
I think most of Davis' problems emanate from playing the wrong position.

Glen Davis is not a power forward. He is not an effective player there.

To an extent, but he's trying to do to much. He's at his best as a cutting big man and as a pick-and-pop player. He just doesn't have enough post-up moves at the moment to keep feeding him the ball in that position.

If he doesn't improve, come playoff time I'd be curious to see either a) Shelden get his minutes, b) Wallace just play all the backup minutes at the 4/5, or c) PP get some spot "Posey" minutes at the 4 in a small lineup.  Or maybe a d) all of the above.  



3 Big-men rotation is enough. It's how we got our championship when Powe and Davis were playing like crap.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 08:38:54 PM
well...at the least they rallied to get it up 9....would love to see a great thried quarter full of energy
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:39:20 PM
I blaming Doc at the moment for a collapse in the 2nd. Nice recovery to finish the half though.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: dlpin on March 03, 2010, 08:39:32 PM
Doc's line changes always seem to kill the momentum in this team.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 08:40:48 PM
Do we really need BBD in?  I think I'd rather see PP at the 4.  

I'm really loosing faith in Davis. For everything he does well, he seams to take something away. Stop trying to do too much!!! Stay within your game!
I think most of Davis' problems emanate from playing the wrong position.

Glen Davis is not a power forward. He is not an effective player there.

To an extent, but he's trying to do to much. He's at his best as a cutting big man and as a pick-and-pop player. He just doesn't have enough post-up moves at the moment to keep feeding him the ball in that position.

If he doesn't improve, come playoff time I'd be curious to see either a) Shelden get his minutes, b) Wallace just play all the backup minutes at the 4/5, or c) PP get some spot "Posey" minutes at the 4 in a small lineup.  Or maybe a d) all of the above.  


I'd like to see Glen Davis dropped from the rotation come playoff time. I don't see any value in giving him playing time at Perk's expense.

Actually, not dropped, but a huge reduction in minutes. A 5-10 minute a night player.

I still want Rasheed's minutes kept in the mid 20s. I'm not convinced that he can play at a high level for 30 minutes a night anymore. So there is still some use for a fourth big in the playoffs.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 08:40:59 PM
They are getting inside opportunies on almost every possession -- and often multiple opportunities.  I can't help but believe this can be improved upon.

I am curious why BBD is getting the grief here.  In my view, it's Perk, KG and Sheed who have been too slow to the ball -- constantly.

Once again, Nate is the difference maker tonight. Already more impact that Eddie had this season.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: tomatolander on March 03, 2010, 08:41:18 PM
We are shooting a high percentage (62.9%, 85.7% from 3-pt),
and we are only up by 9 at halftime....

Sounds familiar......?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:42:12 PM
Well, the defense isn't there quite yet (though 45 points isn't horrible for a half).  However, I'm very pleased to see PP turning it around.  Even if the defense takes a little while to come around, they can win a lot of games with everyone just doing what they usually do on offense.  Unfortunately for the C's, I'm not sure that's happened at any point yet in the season, given Ray's cold start to the season and KG and PP's injuries.  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 08:43:33 PM
Doc's line changes always seem to kill the momentum in this team.

I thought the momentum lost before the change.  He waited too long, but it certainly seemed like the bench lineup was on a roll.  The starters should not blow leads the way they did.  Not Docs fault -- the starters fault.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: MaxwellSmart86 on March 03, 2010, 08:44:17 PM
Only 4 Minutes for Nate Robinson?....Really?

aarrgghhh-!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:46:27 PM
Only 4 Minutes for Nate Robinson?....Really?

aarrgghhh-!

The conundrum for Doc, is that if Nate is just the backup PG, it's going to be hard to get him minutes.  They're really going to have to play him with Rondo to get big minutes. 

That won't happen if we're going to play a full "second unit."
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: MaxwellSmart86 on March 03, 2010, 08:46:54 PM
Also, Here's a question...When the ball went off the heel of TA on a Charlotte fast Break, WHY was it called a "kicked ball"?....Felton threw it off TA's heel---TA didn't put his foot out to knock it away.....These refs have to start getting the calls right---it cost us 2 points---cause they got the ball back and scored.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Quinn on March 03, 2010, 08:48:10 PM
Only 4 Minutes for Nate Robinson?....Really?

aarrgghhh-!
and 9 points. hmmm.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 08:48:21 PM
Nate played closer to 7 minutes.  Pierce got 14 in 14.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 08:48:39 PM
I blaming Doc at the moment for a collapse in the 2nd. Nice recovery to finish the half though.

Why do we have to always blame someone? This is not personally directed at you Bud.....but the other team is here to play too...every team will throw back some punches and make some sort of run. Its how we handle/react to those punches that will determine the outcome. Our team is certainly learning how to take some punches...and I believe this will help them in the playoffs. I'm in no way advocating this behaviour or pattern...but we have to realise that the other team is a pro too..and they will try to make a run/take a lead as well.  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 08:49:53 PM
Also, Here's a question...When the ball went off the heel of TA on a Charlotte fast Break, WHY was it called a "kicked ball"?....Felton threw it off TA's heel---TA didn't put his foot out to knock it away.....These refs have to start getting the calls right---it cost us 2 points---cause they got the ball back and scored.

Looked that way to me too. 

The refs let a couple of Pierce travels go as well.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: MaxwellSmart86 on March 03, 2010, 08:50:10 PM
Only 4 Minutes for Nate Robinson?....Really?

aarrgghhh-!

The conundrum for Doc, is that if Nate is just the backup PG, it's going to be hard to get him minutes.  They're really going to have to play him with Rondo to get big minutes. 

That won't happen if we're going to play a full "second unit."

Well, leaving Rondo on the bench for a couple more minutes WOULDN'T hurt----he won't have to PACE himself if he knows he's gonna get some rest for a change--- with a REAL backup PG on the bench.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 08:52:18 PM
Atlanta, Orlando and Cleveland all blowing out opponents tonight.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: MaxwellSmart86 on March 03, 2010, 08:52:40 PM
Also, Here's a question...When the ball went off the heel of TA on a Charlotte fast Break, WHY was it called a "kicked ball"?....Felton threw it off TA's heel---TA didn't put his foot out to knock it away.....These refs have to start getting the calls right---it cost us 2 points---cause they got the ball back and scored.

Looked that way to me too. 

The refs let a couple of Pierce travels go as well.

Well, I've just noticed it a bunch of times this season---goes of a foot---AUTOMATICALLY called a Kicked Ball...Should only be called if the opposing player sticks his leg out to deflect the ball.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 08:53:23 PM
I blaming Doc at the moment for a collapse in the 2nd. Nice recovery to finish the half though.

Why do we have to always blame someone? This is not personally directed at you Bud.....but the other team is here to play too...every team will throw back some punches and make some sort of run. Its how we handle/react to those punches that will determine the outcome. Our team is certainly learning how to take some punches...and I believe this will help them in the playoffs. I'm in no way advocating this behaviour or pattern...but we have to realise that the other team is a pro too..and they will try to make a run/take a lead as well.  


Because sometimes someone is to blame?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Change on March 03, 2010, 08:54:28 PM
Celtics Centers (Sheed & Perk) have a combined total of ZERO rebounds. Is that a misprint? No rebounds from the centers, whats going on?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Jon on March 03, 2010, 08:54:44 PM
Only 4 Minutes for Nate Robinson?....Really?

aarrgghhh-!

The conundrum for Doc, is that if Nate is just the backup PG, it's going to be hard to get him minutes.  They're really going to have to play him with Rondo to get big minutes. 

That won't happen if we're going to play a full "second unit."

Well, leaving Rondo on the bench for a couple more minutes WOULDN'T hurt----he won't have to PACE himself if he knows he's gonna get some rest for a change--- with a REAL backup PG on the bench.

Well, I agree that it wouldn't kill Doc to have Rondo on the bench a few more minutes.  But Rondo is really the only true PG on this roster.  Especially come playoff time, if Doc wants Robinson getting more than 12 mpg, he's going to have to play him with Rondo.

The good news is that there certainly aren't enough minutes at the 2 for Ray, TA, Nate, and Marquis.  I really would like to see something like 36 mpg for Rondo, Ray, and Paul, with Nate and Daniels getting all the backup minutes (18 mpg each).  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: MaxwellSmart86 on March 03, 2010, 08:57:15 PM
Only 4 Minutes for Nate Robinson?....Really?

aarrgghhh-!

The conundrum for Doc, is that if Nate is just the backup PG, it's going to be hard to get him minutes.  They're really going to have to play him with Rondo to get big minutes. 

That won't happen if we're going to play a full "second unit."

Well, leaving Rondo on the bench for a couple more minutes WOULDN'T hurt----he won't have to PACE himself if he knows he's gonna get some rest for a change--- with a REAL backup PG on the bench.

Well, I agree that it wouldn't kill Doc to have Rondo on the bench a few more minutes.  But Rondo is really the only true PG on this roster.  Especially come playoff time, if Doc wants Robinson getting more than 12 mpg, he's going to have to play him with Rondo.

The good news is that there certainly aren't enough minutes at the 2 for Ray, TA, Nate, and Marquis.  I really would like to see something like 36 mpg for Rondo, Ray, and Paul, with Nate and Daniels getting all the backup minutes (18 mpg each).  

Well, Rondo is gonna have to start staying in front of his man on defense---he is constantly getting beat off the dribble by everyone....Nate may be small--but he doesn't seem to have this problem.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 08:57:43 PM
To be fair to the starters the second team caused the comeback by Charlotte

The second team really wasn't out there that long(5-6 minutes together tops) yet they had 4 of the teams 9 turnovers most of them at the end of their time on the floor together

It was a 10 point lead or less before the starters came back in

I think
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 08:59:41 PM
More NATE!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Change on March 03, 2010, 09:01:24 PM
Why is Rondo playing like a retard?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:02:36 PM
Why is Rondo playing like a retard?
That's now called the "r" word in Massachusetts
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Change on March 03, 2010, 09:03:32 PM
KG looks good. Maybe he is saving for the "moneytime"
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:04:07 PM
That was a walk!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:04:19 PM
That ref under the Boston basket is just having a bad game
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 09:05:32 PM
The Celtics are very close to delivering a knockout blow.

I don't think the Bobcats recover from another 15+ point deficit.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Change on March 03, 2010, 09:05:40 PM
No audio, What's going on? S-Jax running his mouth
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 09:07:25 PM
It's been a while.

Please make tonight one of those good nights!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 09:07:41 PM
Hold that lead.... Hold that lead....
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:08:57 PM
NATE time. I have to always use all caps to spell NATE!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:09:06 PM
(http://www.gamecyte.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/mortal-kombat-finish-him.jpg)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:09:23 PM
Nice to see a C get a T for getting under a player's skin instead of yelling at the refs.

Loving the defensive intensity out there, we have a real chance to get some distance here...
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 09:10:33 PM
Pierce shooting the lights out.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:11:11 PM
Dumb tech on Thomas
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 09:11:23 PM
The Celtics are very close to delivering a knockout blow.

I don't think the Bobcats recover from another 15+ point deficit.

That will do it. Two huge shots from Pierce.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 09:11:41 PM
Best part of this game is the D they are playing this quarter.  That is great to see!!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Change on March 03, 2010, 09:12:22 PM
Love the Celtics. But Bobcats can't get a break. Refs always have to suck
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:12:23 PM
Great third quarter
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:13:53 PM
KG bringing it defensively tonight and Paul offensively

Would love to see all three Big Three come out and have a great game all in the same game
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:14:17 PM
We look like a team again.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Celtic on March 03, 2010, 09:15:42 PM
Gotta keep this pressure up, no relaxing.

I'm looking at you 4th quarter Celtics.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:16:06 PM
Bring in NATE to ice this cake!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Kiorrik on March 03, 2010, 09:16:22 PM
We look like a team again.
"QFT"
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:16:55 PM
holy moses...step out up 9..come back up 20?? in the third quarter?? please tell me i am not dreaming
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:16:59 PM
Hey, I like watching this team!  :)  Long way to go yet, but Charlotte is absolutely melting down right now.  They are frustrated and it's making them do more and more things that frustrate them.  

Keep it up through the 4th...
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: snively on March 03, 2010, 09:17:17 PM
Perk's inability to handle Rondo's passes makes me wonder if the C's will want to lock him up long.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: pengaloo on March 03, 2010, 09:22:21 PM
Perk's inability to handle Rondo's passes makes me wonder if the C's will want to lock him up long.
Perk also can't run in transition.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: chief3233 on March 03, 2010, 09:23:49 PM
I'll take that third quarter. ;D
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:25:06 PM
Nice finish to the 3rd.

We really seem to own this Bobcats team this year...quite a switch from '08.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:25:51 PM
Just an awesome third quarter and almost perfectly played game by the C's right now

Take away the 3 minute stretch from the 9 minute mark to the 6 minute mark in the second quarter and the c's have outperformed the Cats by nearly 40 points
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: get_banners on March 03, 2010, 09:26:59 PM
the captain looks a little better tonight...
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: misha on March 03, 2010, 09:28:02 PM
On a side note, I really hate Stephen Jackson. He's such a dumb player.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 09:28:21 PM
That's definitely a bruise... at the very least.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Celtic on March 03, 2010, 09:28:26 PM
Way to be tough TA!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:28:36 PM
OUCH!!!

That didn't look good

Hope Tony's alright!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:29:23 PM
hard to believe this bobcat team owns the cavs
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Celtic on March 03, 2010, 09:29:55 PM
That is an absolutely insane stat about Wilt.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:30:46 PM
Baby is glaringly more selfish out there than anyone else.  He seems to be really pushing for points.

Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:31:56 PM
Clear the bench

Let's see a Marcus Landry siting
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 09:32:33 PM
Maybe he's inactive
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:33:44 PM
Hey, it's time for another episode of "Dick Bavetta Poses for his Grandkids"!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: twinbree on March 03, 2010, 09:33:52 PM
OK I just tuned in so I missed it but can someone tell me why Big Baby is running the break and completely ignoring Nate? Was he made back-up PG earlier in the night  ???
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: barefacedmonk on March 03, 2010, 09:34:01 PM
Baby is glaringly more selfish out there than anyone else.  He seems to be really pushing for points.



So very true.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: cdif911 on March 03, 2010, 09:34:07 PM
I'm calling this one a game...gotta get up early
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:36:05 PM
Baby is glaringly more selfish out there than anyone else.  He seems to be really pushing for points.



Your right. They should bench him a couple of games to get his head right.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Who on March 03, 2010, 09:36:11 PM
That is an absolutely insane stat about Wilt.
What was the stat?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: snively on March 03, 2010, 09:36:41 PM
Isn't that the 2nd time Bavetta's called a touch foul to wipe away a fast break for us this season?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: twinbree on March 03, 2010, 09:36:52 PM
Sheldon sighting! Nice to have my binkie back. Didn't miss those hands of stone though.

Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: snively on March 03, 2010, 09:37:28 PM
That is an absolutely insane stat about Wilt.
What was the stat?
averaged 48.5 minutes per game in a season
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:38:15 PM
Isn't that the 2nd time Bavetta's called a touch foul to wipe away a fast break for us this season?

It should've been an and one!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:38:32 PM
Why does this place light up every time the C's are blowing a lead, but it's a ghost town when things are going great for once?   ???


Hahaha, story time with Tommy.  I am learning all about Fat Freddie.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:40:10 PM
We are playing great tonight! WHOOOOOO!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on March 03, 2010, 09:40:34 PM
Wow - just checked the score after eating and finishing up schoolwork...Absolutely Great to see a Blowout at home ;D

Just wow..happy for our C's! Let's build some momentum and stay healthy..
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 09:42:16 PM
Good ole 30 point blowout.

Gotta love it.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Mr October on March 03, 2010, 09:43:36 PM
Good ole 30 point blowout.

Gotta love it.

Feels freaking great  ;D
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: twinbree on March 03, 2010, 09:44:02 PM
Wow 3rd beatdown of the Bobcats this season. I never saw that coming but my my am I glad they are Cleveland's headache now  ;D
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:44:31 PM
when the Cs make their 3s...they are the best team in basketball
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: misha on March 03, 2010, 09:44:44 PM
TA is working on his next contract :)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:45:50 PM
I love the women you can hear screaming!!! Defense!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:45:54 PM
Now that the game's decided, I'm really enjoying the increasingly hoarse yelling from what sounds like a very drunk woman in the stands.  She's no Gino, but she'll do for now.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:46:00 PM
boston needs to keep this mo going and get ready for the game at cleveland. that is what they need to build towards
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 09:48:12 PM
Tony Garbage time Superman!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:48:52 PM
scal.....wowza
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: mzepol on March 03, 2010, 09:49:30 PM
Can this be true? Are we really witnessing a blowout?
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:49:51 PM
nate is becoming what we needed him to be
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Mr October on March 03, 2010, 09:49:57 PM
scal.....wowza

Haha... oh man
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 09:50:24 PM
That was clean!

GO SCAL!!!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:51:01 PM
That women is louder than Tommy!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:51:28 PM
this feels like the championship year....i could really get used to some more wins like this
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:52:02 PM
Scal the shotblocker!!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:52:15 PM
(http://www.boston.com/sports/basketball/celtics/extras/celtics_blog/gino535.jpg)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:52:39 PM
Heh, I looked it up and Scal has somehow blocked 110 shots taken by NBA players.  Would've guessed maybe half that.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Mr October on March 03, 2010, 09:52:47 PM
(http://www.boston.com/sports/basketball/celtics/extras/celtics_blog/gino535.jpg)

TP
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:52:54 PM
I love that our cheerleaders look drunk.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Celtic on March 03, 2010, 09:53:25 PM
Finally a good old fashioned Celtics blowout win!

What was the key tonight? Defense.

Please keep up this style of play, this is Celtics basketball.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: fairweatherfan on March 03, 2010, 09:53:49 PM
I love that our cheerleaders look drunk.

I think it's them yelling for defense ;)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:54:41 PM
time for some TPs
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Celtic on March 03, 2010, 09:55:04 PM
Wow, I got excited for Scal, and then was immediately embarrassed for him.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:55:12 PM
SCAL!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Neurotic Guy on March 03, 2010, 09:55:58 PM
Great win.

Great to see the C's turn the D up a notch in the third and sustain (and build) the lead with no letdown.

Great to see the bench gaining confidence.

Great to see Paul looking better -- excited to see how quickly he'll return to his early season consistency.

KG still needs stronger legs -- I'll hope they'll come because the team's ultimate competitiveness will depend on those legs.

Great to see Nate being great.

Lastly, let's hear it for Tony.  We could not praise him enough to make up for the relentless ridicule pointed his way throughout his absense.  He has been nothing but solid since his return.  
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:56:22 PM
Wow, That's two women!! Man can they scream!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: twinbree on March 03, 2010, 09:57:15 PM
Wow I'd forgotten how entertaining garbage time was.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 09:57:32 PM
Those are the true fans in the crowd enjoying every second.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticsclay on March 03, 2010, 09:58:39 PM
nice win boys!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: celticinorlando on March 03, 2010, 09:59:22 PM
makes me feel so GOOOOODDDDD!!!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: liam on March 03, 2010, 09:59:29 PM
Great game! Great bench play. Thanks Celtics.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: misha on March 03, 2010, 10:01:20 PM
Great win!! Now, I hope we can start some consistent series of that kind of games.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: snively on March 03, 2010, 10:01:49 PM
I'd like Tyrus Thomas on this team.  He's a fiery competitor even if he's immature.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 10:02:12 PM
Great win!! Now, I hope we can start some consistent series of that kind of games.

With the way our schedule is lined up right now there's no reason we can't.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: MaxwellSmart86 on March 03, 2010, 10:07:39 PM
I'd like Tyrus Thomas on this team.  He's a fiery competitor even if he's immature.

We coulda had him for a drink and a sawbuck....but I guess Danny passed.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: ManUp on March 03, 2010, 10:13:59 PM
I'd like Tyrus Thomas on this team.  He's a fiery competitor even if he's immature.

Lol, are we thinking about the same Tyrus Thomas?

He strikes me as a moody Mark Blount.

He only plays hard when he sees the opportunity for a dunk or a block.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: snively on March 03, 2010, 10:17:00 PM
I'd like Tyrus Thomas on this team.  He's a fiery competitor even if he's immature.

Lol, are we thinking about the same Tyrus Thomas?

He strikes me as a moody Mark Blount.

He only plays hard when he sees the opportunity for a dunk or a block.

He was the only angry guy on the floor for a downtrodden Bobcats team.  I like players who show some spunk in a hopeless blow-out.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Kiorrik on March 03, 2010, 10:21:26 PM
I am SO glad I stayed up for this game. It was awesome. Period.

Tony, you're the man of the game imo, for showing you're still there.

Man we looked good!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 03, 2010, 10:26:59 PM
And Rondo lost his record breaking double digit assists streak. Thank you Doc for coaching a blowout!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Nowee on March 03, 2010, 10:36:04 PM
I enjoyed watching this game a lot! \o/
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: PLamb on March 03, 2010, 10:37:02 PM
As I said early in the thread

Just #2 in a line of upcoming wins that will become a 7 game win streak minimum

Way to go C's, we all knew you had a game like this in you

Now let's make it two in a row like that

Then 3

Then 4

Then 5.........
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: RAcker on March 03, 2010, 10:46:13 PM
This looked like the Celtics...finally.

First time we had a complete roster all year!  Holy crap!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 04, 2010, 12:01:23 AM
I hope this game doesn't disrupt Ray's rhythm. Taking only 2 shots and playing only 18 minutes is not something I like to see. Hopefully the rest will do him good, but knowing he's a rhythm player I will keep an eye on him.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Bahku on March 04, 2010, 12:26:18 AM
Didn't get to see this one ... I'll be watching at 2AM re-broadcast on CSNNE, (if I can stay awake, haha).
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on March 04, 2010, 12:39:27 AM
Didn't get to see this one ... I'll be watching at 2AM re-broadcast on CSNNE, (if I can stay awake, haha).

Try not to puke at the unit Doc threw in there during the mid 2nd quarter.
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Greenbean on March 04, 2010, 10:08:21 AM
I didnt watch again. This one I regret not watching but Ill still take the remainder of the week off.

Looks like a truly dominant performance. Go C's!!!!!
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Evantime34 on March 04, 2010, 10:26:32 AM
My only gripe the entire game was that Nate only played 4 minutes in the first half when he was ablaze.

Pierce looked like his old self. This is by far the healthiest this team has been all season. We finally have our full compliment on players (knock on wood).
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Greenbean on March 04, 2010, 10:31:02 AM
My only gripe the entire game was that Nate only played 4 minutes in the first half when he was ablaze.

Pierce looked like his old self. This is by far the healthiest this team has been all season. We finally have our full compliment on players (knock on wood).

I think of Nate as a turbo button. I think the 2nd half where we have been dreadful, disinterested and downright sleepy during the past rough patch, is the perfect place to play Nate the majority of his minutes. You also have to tip your cap to a guy that can wait on the bench that long and still come in and produce. That is an underrrated skill and not many guys can do it.

(I didnt see last nights game but I am actually fine with the concept)
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: albas89 on March 04, 2010, 11:48:46 AM
Well, I wanted to say it before the game but I had problems with my internet connection... believe it or not I'd have said that, after reading PP's comments before the game, I was very confident this team can play bball and that they're not done yet if they stay healthy... I'm pretty sure about that and it has nothing to do with last night's game!

Yes, these players are a little old... yes, these players may be not as hungry as they were 2 years ago... yes, Doc has made a lot of mistakes through the season... yes , there are teams now which are much better than us realistically..

but NO, we're not going to face a 1st round exit if we stay healthy! no, we won't be laughed at by the elite teams of the league(cuz that's what was happening the last few weeks)! no, we won't live another "Nets debacle"! No, we're not done yet, these players and especially the Big 3 haven't forgotten how to play bball...!! no, this season ain't over...

And yes, I'll be there for the final standing ovation, paying honor to the players who gave me the chance to celebrate banner No17, while players like Malone, Stockton, Barkley, etc. never got their own ring... and never will! 30 years from now the story of the 2007-2008 NBA champions will still be a story to remember, no matter what!

I'm usually pessimistic about everything... I can't help it!! However,I think it's time for an exception! I have no clue what is gonna happen next, but last night I watched the vintage Celtics and, quite surprisingly, I already had a feeling that I was gonna watch these vintage Celtics... and I still have it... we'll see...
Title: Re: Bobcats (28-30) at Celtics (37-21) 3/3
Post by: Drucci on March 04, 2010, 11:53:39 AM
Just (and finally!!) saw the game. Not much to say except that it's really great to be able to say that the C's are back!!

I know it's just one game but I was expecting this dominant home game for months now and it finally happened, and on back to back against a tough defensive team.

Every player had a great game, and it was a real pleasure to see Pierce back to his dominant self... he was unstoppable tonight, and it made a big difference when we needed to maintain or extend leads.

I was frustrated with the collapse of the 2nd unit in the 2nd quarter and thought "here we go again" but the starters came back and re-extended the lead to blow the Cats in the second half.

Nate is really pure energy like KG said, the guy couldn't miss from three once again! :o A real and much needed spark. Ray did an excellent job defensively on Jackson.

Great game overall, let's hope it's a sign of things to come, but the energy and hustle were here all night long so that's a good sign.