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Title: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: FLCeltsFan on February 25, 2011, 11:26:11 PM
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Boston Celtics (41-15) at Los Angeles Clippers (21-38)
Saturday, February 26
10:30 PM ET
Regular Season Game #57,  Road Game #27
TV:  NBA-TV, NBAC, PRIME, CSN-NE
Radio:  WEEI, KFWB
Staples Center

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Probable Starting Matchups
Point Guard
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Rajon Rondo vs Eric Bledsoe

Shooting Guard
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Ray Allen vs Randy Foye  

Small Forward
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Paul Pierce vs Ryan Gomes

Power Forward
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Kevin Garnett vs Blake Griffin

Center
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Nenad Krstic vs DeAndre Jordan

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Reserves
Avery Bradley
Jeff Green
Chris Johnson
Glen Davis
Von Wafer
Delonte West

Injuries
Jermaine O'Neal (knee)  out
Shaquille O'Neal (Achilles) out  


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Reserves
Brian Cook
Al-Farouq Aminu
Rasual Butler
Craig Smith
Chris Kaman
Willie Warren
Ike Diogu
Jamario Moon
Mo Williams

Injuries
Eric Gordon (wrist)  questionable

Team Connections
Eric Bledsoe and Rajon Rondo both attended the University of Kentucky
Ryan Gomes played for the Celtics from 2005‐07
Rasual Butler and Shaquille O’Neal were teammates in Miami during the 2004‐05 season
Brian Cook and Shaquille O’Neal were teammates on the Lakers during the 2003‐04 season
Von Wafer played for the Clippers during the 2006‐07 season
Von Wafer and Brian Cook were teammates in Houston during the 2008‐09 season
Ray Allen and Clippers Head Coach were teammates in Milwaukee from 1998‐2000
Kevin Garnett, Craig Smith and Randy Foye were teammates in Minnesota during the 2006‐07 season
Clippers Assistant Coach Robert Pack and Kevin Garnett were teammates in Minnesota during the 2001‐02 season.

Game Notes
This is the first meeting this season with the Clippers and they are the only team left that the Celtics have not yet played.   The Celtics should have their new players in uniform for this game but without any practice, it isn't certain how effective they can be.  At least they are bodies to absorb a few minutes and perhaps fouls until Danny's grand plan becomes clearer.  

The Clippers are going through some changes themselves as Baron Davis was sent to Cleveland for Mo Williams and Jamario Moon and they will need to work them into the rotation along with getting past missing their former teammate.  

Last season, the Celtics split the season series 1‐1.   Paul Pierce netted 22 points in his only game against the Clippers last season and Rajon Rondo averaged 18.0 points, 9.0 assists and 3.0 steals in the two contests…Perk recorded 9.0 points, 10.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks in his two games but thanks to Danny, the Celtics won't have his strength in the middle this game.  The Clippers were
led by Baron Davis and his 20.0 points and 10.0 assists per game.

The Celtics have had a day off while the Clippers had an "away" game vs the Lakers on Friday night.  The Celtics are 6-4 in their last 10 games while the Clippers have been struggling and have won just 2 of their last 10 games.  The Celtics are now 16-10 on the road while the Clippers are 16-14 at home.  

Key Matchups
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Rajon Rondo vs Eric Bledsoe
Rondo had an off night vs the Nuggets and part of that could be losing his best friend on the same day.  Hopefully he can bounce back and set the pace in this game.  He should be able to get the best of Bledsoe if he puts out the effort.  

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Kevin Garnett vs Blake Griffin
This should be a fun matchup to watch.  Blake Griffin is the league's new wonder kid and KG should take this matchup personally and teach the new kid a few tricks from an old vet.  KG talked about how hard it was to play after learning that Perk was traded and hopefully he will be able to keep his mind on the game in this one.  

Keys to the Game
Defense - The Celtics must continue to make defense their number 1 priority.    They struggled to stop Denver on Thursday allowing them to go on a 16-0 run at the end of the game.  In spite of losing the heart of their defense, they have to find a way to get back to playing the team defense that has been their calling card in the past.  

Rebound -  The Celtics need to make an effort to crash the boards, especially on the offensive end.   The Clippers are capable of running on the break if the Celtics don't prevent it by keeping them from getting the rebounds.  Griffin is also very dangerous around the basket getting tip ins and second chance baskets.  

Focus - The Celtics seemed to lose focus or maybe they just lost their heart down the stretch against Denver.  They have to come out focused and try to put losing their teammates behind them.  With Miami winning on Friday, the Celtics have to stay focused and pull out a win to keep pace with them.  

X-Factor
Focus and Chemistry
The Celtics admitted that it was hard to play basketball after learning that their teammates had been traded.  They have to try to put that behind them and focus on the game.  Also, Pierce mentioned concerns about chemistry.  With the new players expected to play,  the chemistry issues become real and they have to find a way to fit their new teammates into the system and to make up for the teammates they lost.    


Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-37) 2/25
Post by: letsgoblue86 on February 26, 2011, 12:07:16 AM
You think BBD will still start tomorrow night?  I'm not sure, but with krstic and c.j., doc might start nenad so we could bring jeff (SF), BBD (PF), and C.J. (C) off the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-37) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 26, 2011, 12:08:59 AM
TP for the work FL.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-37) 2/25
Post by: aporel#18 on February 26, 2011, 12:54:42 AM
Great job, FL, and another TP.

Welcome Jeff and Nenad, get a win tonight!

Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-37) 2/25
Post by: Redz on February 26, 2011, 10:31:54 AM
Pretty pumped to see Green in green.  Let's see what we've got here.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-37) 2/25
Post by: celticinorlando on February 26, 2011, 10:37:19 AM
well...it begins...don't really see a clipper team coming off a tough game last night with the lakers beating boston with more bodies
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-37) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 10:47:25 AM
So are Green and Kristic a go for tonight? Did everyone pass physicals yet? I haven't seen word anywhere of this and I have been looking.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: FLCeltsFan on February 26, 2011, 01:35:56 PM
According to Chris Forsberg on Twitter, the new guys are at shoot around so will probably be playing tonight.   Will know more when they talk to the media after the practice.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: libermaniac on February 26, 2011, 01:47:14 PM
I'll be there tonight.  My wife came through with luxury box tix!!! Go C's!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: FLCeltsFan on February 26, 2011, 02:49:29 PM
Doc says Krstic will start at center and both the new guys will be playing. 
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ACF on February 26, 2011, 03:01:34 PM
TP. Go JG, Go NK and Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jarufu on February 26, 2011, 03:10:03 PM
New-look Celtics (whether we like it or not!)!! 

TP FL

Show us what you got Jeff and Nenad!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: FLCeltsFan on February 26, 2011, 07:58:14 PM
Official Report   
Ron Garretson
In his 23 NBA seasons, since 1987, Garretson officiated over 1,600 games, including 1,397 regular season NBA games, 157 playoff games and 11 Finals games. He also officiated the 1993 Europe Tour in London and the 1997 NBA All-Star Game. He is the son of former NBA referee Darell Garretson. Before joining the NBA as a referee, he spent two years officiating high school games in Arizona and two more in the Continental Basketball Association. The Celtics are 6-4 over their last 10 games and 1-2 this season with Garretson. His home W/L record this season is 24-24.  One loss this season was the game vs Chicago where the Bulls shot 35 free throws to 22 for the Celtics. At one point just after the half, Derrick Rose alone had almost doubled the Celtics free throws as a team. That performance elicited these comments from Bulls fans:
Quote
    Book these refs for the playoffs please

    Who hired these refs? Lets give them promotion after the game
    Wow have never seen Rose draw so many fouls and get so many FTs.

    Ron Garretson, Tommy Nunez, Sean Wright
    Best refs of all time.

    Best refs EVAR!!!


Marat Kogut
Kogut has been in the NBA since 2009.  The sun of immigrants from the Ukraine, his younger years were sometimes tough.   At one time he and his family were homeless and slept on a park bench when they were forced to leave a Queens homeless center.  In high school, he spent his free time volunteering as a ref at a local recreation league. At 6-foot-2, he knew he wasn’t tall or talented enough to make the pros as a player. At 16, Kogut became the youngest person certified by the local International Association of Approved Basketball Officials. He spent time working college, D-League and WNBA games before being called up to the NBA. The Celtics are 2-1 this season and 3-3 in the last 5 with Kogut calling the games.  His home W/L record this season is 26-18.

Gary Zielinski
Zielinski has officiated over 285+ regular season games.  He has not yet made it to the playoff pool of referees. He worked 6 years in the CBA and 4 seasons in the WNBA before coming to the NBA.  He officiated the WNBA finals from 1998-2001.  The Celtics are 3-0 in games called by Zielinski this season and 8-2 in their last 10 games with Zielinski on the court.  His home W/L record is 28-16. 
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Drucci on February 26, 2011, 08:20:13 PM
Won't be able to watch the game because it starts too late here (4:30 am) but I'm excited to watch it tomorrow morning to see the new guys and how they mesh. I know they will probably not look good with our team since it's their first game and they are thrown into the fire but I'm really eager to see the Rondo/Green connection.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on February 26, 2011, 08:26:43 PM
TP to FLCeltsFan and thanks for post!

Well, the new season starts today. Expecting great things.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo_is_better on February 26, 2011, 08:46:30 PM
Over/Under on Jeff Green's points is set at 15. What do people bet?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: More Banners on February 26, 2011, 08:55:19 PM
I haven't been this excited to watch the C's play the Clippers since...hmm...well, never?

Too bad I'm out of the area (Texas still) and can't get it on tv.  Any chance NBATV cuts to the game?

Keep me posted, folks.  Sure appreciate it.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: lon3lytoaster on February 26, 2011, 08:56:10 PM
Over/Under on Jeff Green's points is set at 15. What do people bet?

I'll go nuts and say 17 points for Mr. Green tonight. Even though he doesn't know crap about our system or our players, I think he's gotta be feeling the need to prove himself to our core.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: clover on February 26, 2011, 09:26:43 PM
Over/Under on Jeff Green's points is set at 15. What do people bet?

I go under, say 9.  Supposedly he's very unselfish and stepping in to a new team I expect to see that unselfishness elevated.  I give him 3 assists and 5 boards, however.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on February 26, 2011, 09:27:51 PM
2 monster dunks, who cares about the rest.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 09:55:01 PM
I say Kristic outscores Green tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 26, 2011, 10:03:16 PM
Let's get a win Baby.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 10:07:36 PM
It stinks NBA TV picked up the game. I wanted to hear Gorman and Walton.  >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 26, 2011, 10:23:14 PM
I'll have to wait to watch the replay...I don't get NBA TV and ILPB has it blacked out. :(
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Jon on February 26, 2011, 10:34:00 PM
No matter what your stance is on the deal, it should be an exciting night to see how the new guys start fitting in.  
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: j804 on February 26, 2011, 10:37:15 PM
Watching the NBA TV feed, loving the Walton talk with Green baptizing him a Celtic :D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 26, 2011, 10:43:24 PM
I hope green ends up with a full stat sheet. some rebounds, assists, a steal and a block.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 10:45:06 PM
NENAD!

Welcome to the Green!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2011, 10:45:08 PM
Love Nenad!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on February 26, 2011, 10:45:45 PM
Well, that's 2 rebs and 2 pts for Krstic so far...showing nice hustle on the boards!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 10:45:51 PM
Another great play by Nenad
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rondohondo on February 26, 2011, 10:45:54 PM
   kristic!  :D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 10:46:01 PM
Nice hustle from Krstic
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2011, 10:46:23 PM
Freeze frame this first minute and a half of Nenad's Celtic career.  Savor it.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 26, 2011, 10:46:33 PM
Well, Kristic grabbing an early Tommy Point. What's the record for first in a Celtic career?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 10:46:40 PM
I think I'm in love with Kristic. So active...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 10:46:44 PM
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1000 posts!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 26, 2011, 10:48:06 PM
Jimmer went 8/23 today. Not sure about that masterpiece, Bill.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 26, 2011, 10:48:07 PM
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1000 posts!

Congrats.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 10:49:47 PM
Too bad he picked up that 2nd foul quick because he has played well early.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 26, 2011, 10:50:26 PM
[dang], Pierce!

Rondo held his thigh. So nothing serious most likely.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 10:50:41 PM
Garnett can't buy a bucket yet.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 10:52:48 PM
That was more of a foul on Griffin. He tried to push Baby's hand away.

Oh well, don't let him throw down baby.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Jon on February 26, 2011, 10:52:53 PM
Hey, you guys aren't going to try to tell me that Nenad Krstic--the former starting center for the Thunder and a guy who has put up as many as 16 PPG--is actually a legitimate NBA player?  
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 26, 2011, 10:54:10 PM
KG needs to do the head-banging on the stanchion. Might wake him up.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 10:54:29 PM
Quit missing layups.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: TheLegendaryClub on February 26, 2011, 10:54:35 PM
At this pace, it's like a game of pinball.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 10:55:18 PM
Hey, you guys aren't going to try to tell me that Nenad Krstic--the former starting center for the Thunder and a guy who has put up as many as 16 PPG--is actually a legitimate NBA player?  

Chuckle. About what I expected. Like his footwork and effort a bunch. He's a little too moveable for a guy his size, but he'll help.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 10:55:23 PM
Celtics are getting fouled literally every time down and we have yet to get a call.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 26, 2011, 10:56:56 PM
Pierce is the most disrespected superstar in the NBA
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on February 26, 2011, 10:57:26 PM
Clips playing off of emotion...I expect that to subside soon.

Krstic a little TOO active, but that's not all bad. His length looks good for us.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: houseonfire09 on February 26, 2011, 10:58:11 PM
Hey, you guys aren't going to try to tell me that Nenad Krstic--the former starting center for the Thunder and a guy who has put up as many as 16 PPG--is actually a legitimate NBA player?  
Give me Chris Johnson any day of the week.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: The DarkPassenger on February 26, 2011, 10:58:32 PM
2 former celtics on the clippers team tonight. Ryan Gomes and Randy Foye (technically) we drafted him and then traded him to the Blazers... that trade brought us the "awesome" Telfair.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 10:58:44 PM
Green at the table.  First look at the new lineups coming. 
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 10:59:04 PM
OMG Blake!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rondohondo on February 26, 2011, 10:59:17 PM
Here comes Green!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 10:59:23 PM
Pathetic effort on defense so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2011, 10:59:58 PM
Jeff Green about to begin .

LA hitting jumpers.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:00:12 PM
Does anybody else loathe the way we run back on defense as soon as the ball leaves the shooters hands!? CAN SOMEONE STICK AROUND AND GET A REBOUND???
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:00:30 PM
Clippers bigs are dominating.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:01:11 PM
Griffin's a great, polished offensive player but he's a typical Jeff Capel player - no clue on the defensive end.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:01:19 PM
Pierce is the most disrespected superstar in the NBA

by far, no one else is even close
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:01:55 PM
C's are getting destroyed. We get no fouls called and are getting hacked on every play. This sucks.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:01:59 PM
Pathetic effort on defense so far.

that's what's worrying me at the moment
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:02:39 PM
Pierce is the most disrespected superstar in the NBA

by far, no one else is even close

No question.

No worries defensively - the Clips are making everything they throw up. The d effort is OK, and they'll level off.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:03:16 PM
Clippers are shooting 62.5% to our 36.8%...that should change throughout the game. Ray is the only one who can buy a bucket right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 26, 2011, 11:03:24 PM
Layup drill for the Clippers.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 26, 2011, 11:04:29 PM
What's the score?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 26, 2011, 11:05:20 PM
What's the score?

22-16
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:05:52 PM
22-17 at the moment.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 26, 2011, 11:06:10 PM
What's the score?

22-16

Thanks. Trailing or leading?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 11:07:16 PM
Jeff Green misses a free throw.  THE EXPERIMENT HAS FAILED!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:07:34 PM
Interesting to see Davis at the cup abusing Griffin. Blake should be a LOT better defender than he is.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:07:38 PM
Jeff Green misses a free throw.  THE EXPERIMENT HAS FAILED!!

Lets blow it up!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 26, 2011, 11:07:55 PM
What's the score?

22-16

Thanks. Trailing or leading?

Trailing 24-18
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:08:33 PM
I'm disgusted.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 11:08:50 PM
Jeff Green misses a free throw.  THE EXPERIMENT HAS FAILED!!

Lets blow it up!

Let's ambush Danny, tie him to a chair, and force him to drink caffeine against his religious beliefs!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:08:57 PM
Clippers are better then the Hawks.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:08:57 PM
Well what's new Kaman killing the Cs.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Celtics Fan on February 26, 2011, 11:09:20 PM
Griffin's a great, polished offensive player but he's a typical Jeff Capel player - no clue on the defensive end.

Ray and Paul need to wake the heck up
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:09:45 PM
Well what's new Kaman killing the Cs.

it doesn't matter who we throw out there, Kaman always kills us
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:09:48 PM
Walton: They're not scoring, they're not rebounding, they're not running...other than that they're fine!

Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 26, 2011, 11:09:58 PM
What's the score?

22-16

Thanks. Trailing or leading?

Trailing 24-18

Meh...we should be able to close it though. TP for the update though.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: JohnBagleyValueMeal on February 26, 2011, 11:11:29 PM
Jeff Green starts his run out by getting dunked on by Foye.

Announcer just said Blake Griffin is the 3rd best passing forward of all time, behind Bird & Barry.

Um.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:12:14 PM
Willie Warren in for the Clips. Two Sooners who don't defend on the floor.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 26, 2011, 11:12:27 PM
Frustrating and I don't even get to hear Walton. I have the LA guys.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 26, 2011, 11:12:44 PM
This recipe is pretty obvious by now.

Take it to the hoop
Tons of contact
No call
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 26, 2011, 11:13:15 PM
This recipe is pretty obvious by now.

Take it to the hoop
Tons of contact
No call

So true. Angering.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:13:27 PM
wow, the lack of calls for us is at an all time high tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: arctic 3.0 on February 26, 2011, 11:14:36 PM
wow, listening to bill walton hurts my head
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 26, 2011, 11:15:11 PM
jeff green pump fakes kaman out of his shoes, gets hit, and... no call.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:16:09 PM
we should have traded for Kaman
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: houseonfire09 on February 26, 2011, 11:17:35 PM
I didn't know it was legal to push guys to the floor like that.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 11:17:37 PM
Nice block Green!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:17:44 PM
Please stop Baby. You aren't a guard.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:17:53 PM
Delonte got fouled going for the loose ball, and yes, clippers ball
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:18:01 PM
I am REALLY excited about our bench! It looks amazing so far!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 26, 2011, 11:18:06 PM
Jeff Green starts his run out by getting dunked on by Foye.

Announcer just said Blake Griffin is the 3rd best passing forward of all time, behind Bird & Barry.

Um.

Umm LeBron James? Elgin Baylor, Charles Barkley? Chris Webber?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:18:21 PM
Good Lord. Clear Kaman a spot in Springfield right now. Has the guy ever missed a shot?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:18:26 PM
I didn't know it was legal to push guys to the floor like that.

I guess everything is legal for the clips tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 26, 2011, 11:18:35 PM
Delonte gets grabbed going for the loose ball, no call.

Sigh

Getting really tired of Walton right now. His sarcasm has gone from endearing to obnoxious.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2011, 11:19:08 PM
Green is athletic and active. Not saying I like the trade for this year -- but I think I will like Jeff Green.

Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:19:30 PM
What we're missing tonight is the Cryptkeeper, Dick Bavetta.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 26, 2011, 11:19:53 PM
Celtics getting pushed around rather easily. And Officials letting it happen.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Kiorrik on February 26, 2011, 11:20:17 PM
These refs are blind. Just blind. Seriously.


Blind.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 26, 2011, 11:21:23 PM
Clips r getting away with so many fouls
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:21:28 PM
Clippers getting easy baskets
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:21:47 PM
****.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:22:28 PM
Really lazy defense out front by West.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:22:39 PM
Walton is really p---ing me off now.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 11:22:44 PM
Offense has ground to a halt.  The two new guys shouldn't be out there together much - it's just too much sloppiness to execute well.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 26, 2011, 11:23:35 PM
Offense still stinks. Maybe even got worse.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 26, 2011, 11:23:53 PM
Bad reffing for sure. Need to make a run.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Celtics Fan on February 26, 2011, 11:24:29 PM
Walton is really p---ing me off now.

What is he saying?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:24:46 PM
Offense still stinks. Maybe even got worse.

that's what happens when guys don't know the plays. Give them a couple of weeks
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:25:21 PM
Walton is really p---ing me off now.

What is he saying?

it's his overall negativity and sarcasm, it's just totally annoying
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:25:29 PM
This is ugly...we're not doing anything on offense, and can't defend a chair.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on February 26, 2011, 11:25:45 PM
This is some great basketball. Truly inspired.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:25:54 PM
Offense still stinks. Maybe even got worse.

that's what happens when guys don't know the plays. Give them a couple of weeks

Our second unit never had "plays"

The play was baby isos and horrible nate robinson 3's. Our second unit has been one of the worst all year, nothing has changed.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Spicoli on February 26, 2011, 11:25:58 PM
The guys look terrible on both ends tonight. I thought they got the all the bad stuff out of their system in Denver, but i guess not.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 26, 2011, 11:26:11 PM
Bench was out there for a long time. Starters are going to play big minutes in the second half
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:26:25 PM
Walton is really p---ing me off now.

What is he saying?

it's his overall negativity and sarcasm, it's just totally annoying
but he's been on the mark with the analysis.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:26:50 PM
I love Kristic so far
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 11:26:51 PM
Come what may tonight, I'm liking the effort by Krstic.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:27:07 PM
Krstic will lead us to a win!


Or not...third foul are you kidding?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:27:44 PM
really liking Krstic.  Green looked like crap.

officiating has been low quality tonight.  Clips getting away with a lot of slaps on D.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 11:28:00 PM
I even don't mind the subtle shove on Jordan.  I like to see a little nasty streak.

Ray-Ray!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rondohondo on February 26, 2011, 11:28:12 PM
Sugar RaY!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 26, 2011, 11:28:43 PM
wow officiating is bad
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 26, 2011, 11:28:53 PM
The fix is in.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:28:58 PM
lol wow, way to call the foul 10 seconds after the play.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:29:02 PM
what a bailout call!!   >:(

should have been a no call
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rondohondo on February 26, 2011, 11:29:08 PM
wow what @#@$ call , this guy is blind, ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:29:18 PM
wow officiating is bad

I would settle for "bad" right now
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:30:20 PM
Rondo is playing with his head up his butt tonight.  needs to get it together quick if they're going to win this game
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: JohnBagleyValueMeal on February 26, 2011, 11:31:11 PM
Walton is really p---ing me off now.

What is he saying?

it's his overall negativity and sarcasm, it's just totally annoying

Haha, if negativity and sarcasm really bothered you, you wouldn't post on celticsblog!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:32:14 PM
Shot clock violation
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Spicoli on February 26, 2011, 11:33:36 PM
Clippers are getting away with murder right now for some reason.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:33:40 PM
Walton is really p---ing me off now.

What is he saying?

it's his overall negativity and sarcasm, it's just totally annoying

Haha, if negativity and sarcasm really bothered you, you wouldn't post on celticsblog!

Lol, yea, you got a point there. It's just too much of a contrast from Tommy, I'm in withdrawal. How has he not even commented on the bad officiating yet? Tommy would be going nuts.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 26, 2011, 11:34:16 PM
Wats up with pierce. Doesnt seem right
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:34:22 PM
PP is pure trash tonight. The defense is appalling. We can't buy even the simplest layup. The only bright spot is Ray. This is the Banner 18 team? Really? Okay...

Yeah the refs suck but that still doesn't negate the rest of this teams issues right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:34:27 PM
Hard to believe this Clippers team has lost 9 of their last 11 games.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:34:41 PM
Rondo is playing with his head up his butt tonight.  needs to get it together quick if they're going to win this game

True. Rondo has not been good tonight. Let's give him a whistle. He can't be any worse than these clowns. All we need is Violet Palmer to fly in at halftime, so we can end this early.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 26, 2011, 11:35:16 PM
Love how Jordan falls into Blake and its a foul on us.  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: More Banners on February 26, 2011, 11:35:34 PM
wow officiating is bad

I would settle for "bad" right now

Sounds like something Doc might say post-game.

"It would have been nice to have had officials that were just bad tonight."
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:35:48 PM
Thank you refs. Clipper announcer needs to shut up
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:36:42 PM
KG cannot hit anything tonight, geez.

Are you kidding me with that Griffin bucket.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: angryguy77 on February 26, 2011, 11:37:39 PM
La doesn't need an nfl team when they allow this crap to go on.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: birdwatcher on February 26, 2011, 11:37:54 PM
How many times did Griffin pick up his pivot foot on that last play?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:38:32 PM
We can't get closer than 6...against the CLIPPERS.

****!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:38:37 PM
cripes, the C's are making Foye look like the player everyone expected when he was drafted ahead of Brandon Roy.   :P
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 26, 2011, 11:39:23 PM
Clipper Commentator after refs take away the basket on a clear shot-clock violation: "I'm not a fan of instant replay. i don't think refs should have the power to do that."
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 26, 2011, 11:39:34 PM
Michael Smith just compared KG's MVP numbers to Blake. He ignored that KGs numbers were better, Blake's D numbers were nowhere close to KGs oh and the Wolves had the best record in the West. ::) ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:39:48 PM
cripes, the C's are making Foye look like the player everyone expected when he was drafted ahead of Brandon Roy.   :P
again, wow.  C's are being absolutely picked apart like a bad high school team
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:39:49 PM
I just hope they are saving it for the second half. Cs getting diced right now
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: butterbeanlove on February 26, 2011, 11:39:55 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:40:39 PM
Wow...Celtics acting like they don't even care.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:40:48 PM
Guard defense is awful tonight. Garnett has done an outstanding job on Griffin.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:41:00 PM
Clipper Commentator after refs take away the basket on a clear shot-clock violation: "I'm not a fan of instant replay. i don't think refs should have the power to do that."

Yeah I heard this nonsense too ::)

This Celtics team is broken. I can't even believe that last sequence of events. Wow. Just wow.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 11:41:01 PM
That is embarrassing.

What a joke this effort is.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: The DarkPassenger on February 26, 2011, 11:41:10 PM
cripes, the C's are making Foye look like the player everyone expected when he was drafted ahead of Brandon Roy.   :P

by us... oops. Hey but we got Ratliff and Telfair!... oops
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:41:19 PM
Where's the effort?!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 11:41:43 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.

You do know Perk wouldn't be playing if we hadn't made the trade, right?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:41:59 PM
Clippers have talent to be a top 4 seed in the west, they just suck for some reason.

Tonight they are showing you why they are one of the best if they play hard for 48 minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:42:14 PM
I guess I can take some consolation in this game with Kaman's play --> some vindication for all those not appreciating my selection of him in the Draft 2 game this past month   ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: The DarkPassenger on February 26, 2011, 11:42:19 PM
Where's the effort?!

I think Danny traded that too.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: angryguy77 on February 26, 2011, 11:42:42 PM
Thank you refs. Clipper announcer needs to shut up

They make me hate the clippers.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 26, 2011, 11:42:56 PM
Doc better rip them to pieces at half time.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 26, 2011, 11:42:57 PM
Where's the effort?!

I think Danny traded that too.

LOL.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:43:24 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.

You know Perk wouldn't have played tonight right?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 26, 2011, 11:44:38 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.

You're talking as if Perkins actually played the whole season. Please, just stop. The Celtics held the best record in the East WITHOUT Perkins. Allow the new players to fit in and get used to how the C's play. Come back in a few months.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: birdwatcher on February 26, 2011, 11:45:07 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.
What did Perk do in the 33 games we won without him this season?? take a deep breath...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:45:14 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: aporel#18 on February 26, 2011, 11:45:52 PM
Clippers have talent to be a top 4 seed in the west, they just suck for some reason.

Tonight they are showing you why they are one of the best if they play hard for 48 minutes.

TP, I missed your optimist posts  :P

Well, I guess if refs let Kaman hang over the other team's players, like they've done in the last 2 minutes, he'll be an All Star again very soon.

Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: butterbeanlove on February 26, 2011, 11:46:09 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.

You know Perk wouldn't have played tonight right?

Yep. I think I would have waited two weeks.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 26, 2011, 11:46:15 PM
THE SKY IS FALLING.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:46:18 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.

You know Perk wouldn't have played tonight right?


our team did pretty well without our "heart and soul" for the 1st half of the year. We will be fine. You can't judge a trade based on the 2st half of the 1st game after the trade. The new guys had one practice. Give them at least a few weeks.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: wahz on February 26, 2011, 11:46:25 PM
Rondo looks like the worst player in the Nba right now. Are you kidding me? He isn't even trying and it looks like he is throwing sloppy passes on purpose.

PP is also acting like he is protesting. KG has tried this game and so has Ray. Krstic, the many with many spellings apparently was one of our best players while he was on the floor. Green will be ok. Our existing veteran players need to stop acting like Babies.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 26, 2011, 11:46:37 PM
Cs shot 17 free throws?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:46:59 PM
We really need Shaq back.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: TitleMaster on February 26, 2011, 11:47:12 PM
You know Perk wouldn't have played tonight right?

Yep, it's a post-trade night, when everyone is psychologically out of sorts.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:47:17 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.

KG is our heart and soul, there is no debate to that. And he's more than just a "great help defender", he's one of the best defensive PF of all time.

And lets not forget our record was 33-10 before Perk even came back. I understand people hate this trade, I did too. But Perk is not the reason we're losing right now. He wouldn't even be playing...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RockinRyA on February 26, 2011, 11:47:25 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

the sky is falling  ::) and its impossible to build new chemistry with the new guys. gawd this is sickening  :-X
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Spicoli on February 26, 2011, 11:47:38 PM
These guys are playing awful basketball. How many jumpers is KG gonna brick before he realizes he needs to go inside? I hate it when they play stupid. Your jumpers are clearly not falling, so TAKE.THE.BALL.INSIDE. Jeez these guys play dumb sometimes.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 26, 2011, 11:47:56 PM
Rondo is no Derrick Rose that for sure. Team struggling to score but is no help. He needs some of that responsibility and relief the Big3.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: kg is king on February 26, 2011, 11:48:09 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

You've been trying but you can't anymore? After what? Not even a full game with our new guys?

Gimme a break . ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: angryguy77 on February 26, 2011, 11:48:36 PM
I didn't like this trade. When I first heard about it, it felt like I just got punched in the gut, and then the next morning, the same thing.

After reading roughly 150 columns pro and con... I had no idea but every column in favor seemed like a rationalization rather than a reason.

And tonight just confirms it. We traded away our heard and soul. KG's a great help defender, but we've got a big hole in the middle.

God help us if we can't even stop the Clippers.

Thanks, Danny. Your recklessness has finally come back to bite you in the face.

You know Perk wouldn't have played tonight right?

So perk was our"heart and soul"?

I guess we should put a statue of him next to Red.

This team is integrating new players.

Btw, were only down 7.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:48:56 PM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: aporel#18 on February 26, 2011, 11:49:10 PM
We really need Shaq back.

we need Rondo back
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:49:17 PM
Was Perkins/Shaq our best player?

All this attention about the Big 4 but without Perk or Shaq this team looks terrible.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 26, 2011, 11:49:29 PM
Just sloppy play. Krstic is playin great. Greene is getting a feel. One half of basketball with the new guys and everyone is complainin shesh
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 11:49:39 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7SrwwT6Zps (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7SrwwT6Zps)
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Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:50:04 PM
after hearing Tommy trash Powe in the pre-game show, I'm not sure if the celtics are really planning on signing him. Mike and Tommy know the scoop and try to lay off trashing our own guys
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 26, 2011, 11:50:12 PM
Michael Smith just compared KG's MVP numbers to Blake. He ignored that KGs numbers were better, Blake's D numbers were nowhere close to KGs oh and the Wolves had the best record in the West. ::) ::)

i heard this too. what trash.

KG (MVP): 2 steals and 2blocks a game, reached the Western Finals.
Blake (future ROY): a combined 1 stl+blk a game, no playoff berth.

i wonder if someone has pace-adjusted stats?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:50:55 PM
I don't think that the average NBA player is as weepy as Celtic Fan is about the Perkins trade. Good Lord, I keep waiting for a clip of the Zapruder film and a little boy saluting here.

And if they are, let them be the next Celtic out of town.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:51:22 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

the sky is falling  ::) and its impossible to build new chemistry with the new guys. gawd this is sickening  :-X

Yeah it is kind of impossible to build that kind of chemistry with new guys with less than a half a season to go but you continue right on dreaming.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:51:41 PM
after hearing Tommy trash Powe in the pre-game show, I'm not sure if the celtics are really planning on signing him. Mike and Tommy know the scoop and try to lay off trashing our own guys

What did he say?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:52:01 PM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

nobody killed Perk, he went to a contender and will start next to one of the best young guys in the league, I'm sure his friends on the celtics can suck it up and be professionals about it. I mean, we're not the pistons or anything
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:52:06 PM
just some thoughts after watching the Clips, they actually seem to have a real talent base now.  They could actually be a serious playoff team in a couple of years.  not necessarily a title contender but a team that will make the playoffs with a shot at home court.  (which will get us that draft pick) 
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:52:16 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

You've been trying but you can't anymore? After what? Not even a full game with our new guys?

Gimme a break . ::)

Yeah...you really don't get it.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 26, 2011, 11:53:08 PM
Rondo is on strike. Showing up Danny Ainge for making that Trade. His Besties is gone.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:53:23 PM
after hearing Tommy trash Powe in the pre-game show, I'm not sure if the celtics are really planning on signing him. Mike and Tommy know the scoop and try to lay off trashing our own guys

What did he say?


paraphrased:

they asked him if Powe can help, and he said if they had a spot for a guy on crutches then yes, but he has had so many knee injuries he can't even walk, he will never help this team
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 26, 2011, 11:54:37 PM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

So KG, Pierce and Allen should be hanging their heads during games because their friend got traded? It's a business. They should understand how it is. If they're going to do that then none of us should be watching because it's incredibly unprofessional. Stop crying, man up and start playing hard. You'd think these players would actually try to prove us and everyone else in the world wrong about the trade.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 26, 2011, 11:54:52 PM
just some thoughts after watching the Clips, they actually seem to have a real talent base now.  They could actually be a serious playoff team in a couple of years.

True...but I fully expect and have faith in Sterling to mess it up.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on February 26, 2011, 11:55:11 PM
powe pimpin..

he could help us greatly
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: butterbeanlove on February 26, 2011, 11:55:14 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

True. I have nothing against Danny and obviously want the C's to succeed. But this is not going to work. KG knows it, Pierce knows it. The whole team knows it. 20 games is not enough time to build the chemistry. I wish it were.

The veterans hate this trade and it shows in how they're playing.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RockinRyA on February 26, 2011, 11:55:19 PM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

KG,PP and Ray had closer friends traded away in the past and didnt affect them that much. you are clearly looking for something just so you can say "i told you so". even before perk was traded this kind of play was sometimes seen. cleveland game, bobcats game etc.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Kiorrik on February 26, 2011, 11:55:22 PM
Please guys. There is no player protest. There is no strike. We're not getting calls and having a pretty bad shooting night. We're also not having any luck on the 50-50 balls, or the long rebounds.

Seriously, we'll get over it in the second half. The law of averages will kick in and we'll get back up to 45% shooting, ish.

We've got this.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 26, 2011, 11:55:25 PM
after hearing Tommy trash Powe in the pre-game show, I'm not sure if the celtics are really planning on signing him. Mike and Tommy know the scoop and try to lay off trashing our own guys

What did he say?


paraphrased:

they asked him if Powe can help, and he said if they had a spot for a guy on crutches then yes, but he has had so many knee injuries he can't even walk, he will never help this team

[dang] thats harsh.

Man, I hate seeing the team in shambles like this. We were the favorite before this trade! Now were struggling! I dont get it!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:56:02 PM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

So KG, Pierce and Allen should be hanging their heads during games because their friend got traded? It's a business. They should understand how it is. If they're going to do that then none of us should be watching because it's incredibly unprofessional. Stop cryin, man up and start playing hard.

I absolutely agree with you. This is what they SHOULD be doing. But they clearly don't agree with us. My point is this trade affected the team more than we ever thought possible.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 26, 2011, 11:56:07 PM
Rondo is on strike. Showing up Danny Ainge for making that Trade. His Besties is gone.

lol what...I hope that's a joke. You really think Rondo would purposely play badly because his friend got traded? That's insane.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:56:23 PM
after hearing Tommy trash Powe in the pre-game show, I'm not sure if the celtics are really planning on signing him. Mike and Tommy know the scoop and try to lay off trashing our own guys
C's have no reason to bring Powe back.  he's still undersized as a PF and his knees are even more of an issue. 

C's need someone that can play the 4/5 with legitimate size. 
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on February 26, 2011, 11:56:33 PM
Boy, these guys just take the cake. I'm sure that some people will blame tonight's performance on chemistry, but that would be a red herring: the C's are exhibiting the same weaknesses they've been prone to all season -- turnovers, horrible passing, disinterested attitude. Truth is, they should have a killer offense; how could you NOT with guys like Rondo, Pierce, Allen and KG? Well, I guess I just explained how.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 26, 2011, 11:57:05 PM
after hearing Tommy trash Powe in the pre-game show, I'm not sure if the celtics are really planning on signing him. Mike and Tommy know the scoop and try to lay off trashing our own guys

What did he say?


paraphrased:

they asked him if Powe can help, and he said if they had a spot for a guy on crutches then yes, but he has had so many knee injuries he can't even walk, he will never help this team

[dang] thats harsh.

Man, I hate seeing the team in shambles like this. We were the favorite before this trade! Now were struggling! I dont get it!

yea, I was kind of shocked that he let loose on Powe on air
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: kg is king on February 26, 2011, 11:57:14 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

You've been trying but you can't anymore? After what? Not even a full game with our new guys?

Gimme a break . ::)

Yeah...you really don't get it.

I get it. Perk has been here for the entire big 3 era and the starting 5 has fostered chemistry that can't be replaced in the short term. Chemistry is important, it brings out the best of the players and it gives our guys an edge on the floor. But guess what, what has happened already happened. You can't turn back time. Perk is out, in comes Green and Kristic. How do you know that the new guys won't form better chemistry? Please, you are comparing half a game of sample size to 3 years. Is that fair?

Have some patience.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: More Banners on February 26, 2011, 11:57:47 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

You've been trying but you can't anymore? After what? Not even a full game with our new guys?

Gimme a break . ::)

Yeah...you really don't get it.

Disagree.  Chemistry will take more than one practice, but it will come.

2008 is over.  We're not going to do what the Pistons did.  We're going to keep trying to get better, especially 2 years removed from a title.  Our own guys' games has changed (PP, Rondo, et. al.).  The complementary pieces need to change, too.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 26, 2011, 11:57:59 PM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

So KG, Pierce and Allen should be hanging their heads during games because their friend got traded? It's a business. They should understand how it is. If they're going to do that then none of us should be watching because it's incredibly unprofessional. Stop cryin, man up and start playing hard.

Of course, none of this is the case. These guys are all pros, and they don't get all weepy and emotional like fans do. This team is going to be fine once the two new players are fully integrated. All this Perkins stuff is so far over the top now that it's hilarious.

Tonight, the issue isn't either one of them. It's that our veteran guards aren't guarding anyone.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2011, 11:58:03 PM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

True. I have nothing against Danny and obviously want the C's to succeed. But this is not going to work. KG knows it, Pierce knows it. The whole team knows it. 20 games is not enough time to build the chemistry. I wish it were.

The veterans hate this trade and it shows in how they're playing.
(http://www.petemuller.net/main/images/stories/funny/70384439_ba1fd5b9de.jpg)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 26, 2011, 11:58:14 PM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

KG,PP and Ray had closer friends traded away in the past and didnt affect them that much. you are clearly looking for something just so you can say "i told you so". even before perk was traded this kind of play was sometimes seen. cleveland game, bobcats game etc.

I'm looking for something just so I can say "I told you so"? What exactly would I be getting out of that? ::) I would love to be wrong.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2011, 11:58:36 PM
just some thoughts after watching the Clips, they actually seem to have a real talent base now.  They could actually be a serious playoff team in a couple of years.

True...but I fully expect and have faith in Sterling to mess it up.
sadly, you're probably right about that.  he's not bright enough to realize how much more money he'd make with a really good team in LA.  Blake is on pace to be the "next big thing" in the league and really put fannies in the seats.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RockinRyA on February 26, 2011, 11:58:42 PM
after hearing Tommy trash Powe in the pre-game show, I'm not sure if the celtics are really planning on signing him. Mike and Tommy know the scoop and try to lay off trashing our own guys

What did he say?


paraphrased:

they asked him if Powe can help, and he said if they had a spot for a guy on crutches then yes, but he has had so many knee injuries he can't even walk, he will never help this team

[dang] thats harsh.

Man, I hate seeing the team in shambles like this. We were the favorite before this trade! Now were struggling! I dont get it!

we are playing almost .500 ball in our last 10 games before the break, thats before the trade.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: angryguy77 on February 26, 2011, 11:59:44 PM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Eja117 on February 27, 2011, 12:00:01 AM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

True. I have nothing against Danny and obviously want the C's to succeed. But this is not going to work. KG knows it, Pierce knows it. The whole team knows it. 20 games is not enough time to build the chemistry. I wish it were.

The veterans hate this trade and it shows in how they're playing.
(http://www.petemuller.net/main/images/stories/funny/70384439_ba1fd5b9de.jpg)
I think I'll aim for "one step back"
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: wahz on February 27, 2011, 12:00:13 AM
Rondo is on strike. Showing up Danny Ainge for making that Trade. His Besties is gone.

Swear to God they should start West. I mean it. Im the last guy here who is anti Rondo but he has to stop this now. We need W's.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:00:13 AM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

So KG, Pierce and Allen should be hanging their heads during games because their friend got traded? It's a business. They should understand how it is. If they're going to do that then none of us should be watching because it's incredibly unprofessional. Stop cryin, man up and start playing hard.

I absolutely agree with you. This is what they SHOULD be doing. But they clearly don't agree with us. My point is this trade affected the team more than we ever thought possible.

Chemistry will take a hit but its not going to completely disappear.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: 2dark on February 27, 2011, 12:00:35 AM
to be fair it was a tough strech of games, but last two are just not "celtics" games. I sure do hope we ll wake up for the second half
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: get_banners on February 27, 2011, 12:00:50 AM
It's time to break it all up! It's all over! Our run is done!
Seriously, folks, we're having a bad game and getting jobbed by the refs. Take it easy. Rondo is not trying to show up Danny. The vets are not tanking. Are you kidding me? The most prideful team in the NBA doesn't pull that kind of nonsense. We're having a bad night. Maybe we'll turn it around in the 2nd half of this game. All hope is not lost. We'll be fine.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:01:47 AM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

You've been trying but you can't anymore? After what? Not even a full game with our new guys?

Gimme a break . ::)

Yeah...you really don't get it.

I get it. Perk has been here for the entire big 3 era and the starting 5 has fostered chemistry that can't be replaced in the short term. Chemistry is important, it brings out the best of the players and it gives our guys an edge on the floor. But guess what, what has happened already happened. You can't turn back time. Perk is out, in comes Green and Kristic. How do you know that the new guys won't form better chemistry? Please, you are comparing half a game of sample size to 3 years. Is that fair?

Have some patience.

I understand what you're saying but unfortunately we don't have 3 yrs to gel with these guys. We have 3 months. Our goal is a championship in June of 2011.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:02:14 AM
Rondo is on strike. Showing up Danny Ainge for making that Trade. His Besties is gone.

lol what...I hope that's a joke. You really think Rondo would purposely play badly because his friend got traded? That's insane.

He hasn't been the same since the trade. Either a hangover from losing his best Friend or he is not a STAR in the NBA.   Eric Bledsoe is outplaying him, and Ty Lawson schooled him on Thursday.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: More Banners on February 27, 2011, 12:02:28 AM
Rondo is on strike. Showing up Danny Ainge for making that Trade. His Besties is gone.

Swear to God they should start West. I mean it. Im the last guy here who is anti Rondo but he has to stop this now. We need W's.

Wow.  I mean, I usually get a few more beers in me before the late game tip-offs, but...wow.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:02:39 AM
Do you think if we put a cardboard cutout of Perk in a suit on the bench that the guys would start playing harder?   
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 27, 2011, 12:02:47 AM
our players going on strike as a sign of the protest of the trade is one of the stupidest and farfetched theories i've ever read.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: throwedoff on February 27, 2011, 12:03:28 AM
were shooting 34% and only down by 7 usually the clippers start off hot in the 1st half but it tails off they play in spirts at home
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:03:38 AM
Do you think if we put a cardboard cutout of Perk in a suit on the bench that the guys would start playing harder?

Hahaha
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RockinRyA on February 27, 2011, 12:03:46 AM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

KG,PP and Ray had closer friends traded away in the past and didnt affect them that much. you are clearly looking for something just so you can say "i told you so". even before perk was traded this kind of play was sometimes seen. cleveland game, bobcats game etc.

I'm looking for something just so I can say "I told you so"? What exactly would I be getting out of that? ::) I would love to be wrong.

jumping to conclusions about the trade with only half the game over? lol.. instead of supportig the team at a tough time like this, or welcoming new members and supporting them in acclimating with the celts all they get is as if these guys arent mentally tough and danny screwed up, the sky is falling etc.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:04:00 AM
Do you think if we put a cardboard cutout of Perk in a suit on the bench that the guys would start playing harder?   

Possibly  ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:04:06 AM
oh no! Kaman is back in now
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:04:10 AM
Do you think if we put a cardboard cutout of Perk in a suit on the bench that the guys would start playing harder?
considering how the team is playing tonight, that cutout could provide more productive minutes than just about everybody else that suited up   :P
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rondohondo on February 27, 2011, 12:04:13 AM
wow walton is brutal
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Gomesfan on February 27, 2011, 12:04:18 AM
Dont get Paul going!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: More Banners on February 27, 2011, 12:04:31 AM
our players going on strike as a sign of the protest of the trade is one of the stupidest and farfetched theories i've ever read.

Right.  Just old guys on a long west-coast road trip.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:04:33 AM
Well, Krstic looks good. Hopefully he stays out of foul trouble in the future.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:04:49 AM
our players going on strike as a sign of the protest of the trade is one of the stupidest and farfetched theories i've ever read.

Some folks desperately want to believe that their favorite players feel exactly they way they do about the trade, which is not going to prove to be the case.

Time will take care of these issues.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:05:04 AM
whoa, some signs of intelligent life on offense this half   :o
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:05:30 AM
Rondo is on strike. Showing up Danny Ainge for making that Trade. His Besties is gone.

lol what...I hope that's a joke. You really think Rondo would purposely play badly because his friend got traded? That's insane.

He hasn't been the same since the trade. Either a hangover from losing his best Friend or he is not a STAR in the NBA.   Eric Bledsoe is outplaying him, and Ty Lawson schooled him on Thursday.

Well no one played well on Thursday, they had 9 players. (Well 7 real players, beacuse who's counting Chris Johnson or Bradley?)

KG is 1-7 for the game are you gunna say the same thing about him? Or Pierce?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:05:46 AM
Kristic is the man!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Gomesfan on February 27, 2011, 12:05:58 AM
Get'em Curly!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:06:20 AM
Krstic has been very very active.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:06:23 AM
I wish Krstic was on the same team as Antoine. He could have showed him a thing or two about the up-fake.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: lon3lytoaster on February 27, 2011, 12:06:26 AM
So is Semih still better than Krstic?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:06:35 AM
And will everyone stop bringing up Perk playing or not playing? Its really not about whether he plays or not. Completely different knowing your starting center/good friend is injured vs traded to a team halfway across the country and knowing you will more than likely never play with him again. I think most of you really don't realize the type of chemistry this team had and how important it was. The chemistry is one of the things that made other teams fear us.

KG,PP and Ray had closer friends traded away in the past and didnt affect them that much. you are clearly looking for something just so you can say "i told you so". even before perk was traded this kind of play was sometimes seen. cleveland game, bobcats game etc.

I'm looking for something just so I can say "I told you so"? What exactly would I be getting out of that? ::) I would love to be wrong.

jumping to conclusions about the trade with only half the game over? lol.. instead of supportig the team at a tough time like this, or welcoming new members and supporting them in acclimating with the celts all they get is as if these guys arent mentally tough and danny screwed up, the sky is falling etc.

Supportive does not equal blindly accepting everything the FO does. Though it may not seem like it, I'm happy that Green and Kristic are here but I will NOT ignore what I see going on.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Eja117 on February 27, 2011, 12:06:56 AM
Do you think if we put a cardboard cutout of Perk in a suit on the bench that the guys would start playing harder?   
The cutout would probably be a better defender than most of the centers in the league so I think it's worth a shot actually
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:07:00 AM
I think the celts will win this game, but I had to make one comment. I keep reading the celts are getting jobbed by the refs. They have taken 21 free throws to 8 for the clippers  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Gomesfan on February 27, 2011, 12:07:45 AM
Did Bill just say the Denver Game was a real game?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: kg is king on February 27, 2011, 12:08:02 AM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

You've been trying but you can't anymore? After what? Not even a full game with our new guys?

Gimme a break . ::)

Yeah...you really don't get it.

I get it. Perk has been here for the entire big 3 era and the starting 5 has fostered chemistry that can't be replaced in the short term. Chemistry is important, it brings out the best of the players and it gives our guys an edge on the floor. But guess what, what has happened already happened. You can't turn back time. Perk is out, in comes Green and Kristic. How do you know that the new guys won't form better chemistry? Please, you are comparing half a game of sample size to 3 years. Is that fair?

Have some patience.

I understand what you're saying but unfortunately we don't have 3 yrs to gel with these guys. We have 3 months. Our goal is a championship in June of 2011.

But fortunately these guys are more talented than Perk, which will make up for the "lack of chemistry".
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:08:26 AM
Do you think if we put a cardboard cutout of Perk in a suit on the bench that the guys would start playing harder?   
The cutout would probably be a better defender than most of the centers in the league so I think it's worth a shot actually

The cutout would singlehandedly hold Blake Griffin to 4-12 shooting just by glaring at him.

Hey look at that, we have a decent team.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:08:53 AM
Kaman just threw the ball at Griffin's face. HAHAHA
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:09:15 AM
The athletic upgrade is enormous.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:09:19 AM
So is Semih still better than Krstic?

Surely no one thought that?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:09:30 AM
Yes! I love when Rondo rebounds. Looking good this quarter. Back within one. I like whatever happened in that locker room during halftime  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:09:50 AM
I think the celts will win this game, but I had to make one comment. I keep reading the celts are getting jobbed by the refs. They have taken 21 free throws to 8 for the clippers  :o
hard to believe isn't it.  Clips have definitely been allowed to play slap-happy though.  the FT disparity should be even wider if the game were called a bit more evenly. 

Having said that, the refs weren't the reason the C's played like crap in the 1st half.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:10:23 AM
Oh, of course they did. The blog never descended into "how will we replace Gody" disaster, which surprised me.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:10:30 AM
Messing up the chemistry wasn't worth it...I've been trying to convince myself that this was a great trade but I can't anymore. Should have never traded Perk. Team would have been fine even if he sat on the bench for the rest of the season. Kristic seems cool and all but...you can't reinvent the chemistry that starting five had. You just cannot.

You've been trying but you can't anymore? After what? Not even a full game with our new guys?

Gimme a break . ::)

Yeah...you really don't get it.

I get it. Perk has been here for the entire big 3 era and the starting 5 has fostered chemistry that can't be replaced in the short term. Chemistry is important, it brings out the best of the players and it gives our guys an edge on the floor. But guess what, what has happened already happened. You can't turn back time. Perk is out, in comes Green and Kristic. How do you know that the new guys won't form better chemistry? Please, you are comparing half a game of sample size to 3 years. Is that fair?

Have some patience.

I understand what you're saying but unfortunately we don't have 3 yrs to gel with these guys. We have 3 months. Our goal is a championship in June of 2011.

But fortunately these guys are more talented than Perk, which will make up for the "lack of chemistry".

I really hope youre right.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:10:38 AM
Did Bill just say the Denver Game was a real game?

Was it an imaginary game? Am i missing something
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:11:31 AM
After taking three halves off, hopefully rondo will start to play
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:11:48 AM
Oh, of course they did. The blog never descended into "how will we replace Gody" disaster, which surprised me.
give it time.   ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:12:03 AM
The Celtics are going inside a lot more than the Clippers. The FT disparity is probably where it should be. If the C's played their A game they'd be up 15. The Clippers have been putting up terrible shots.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Kiorrik on February 27, 2011, 12:12:13 AM
Please guys. There is no player protest. There is no strike. We're not getting calls and having a pretty bad shooting night. We're also not having any luck on the 50-50 balls, or the long rebounds.

Seriously, we'll get over it in the second half. The law of averages will kick in and we'll get back up to 45% shooting, ish.

We've got this.
See? We're going to win this one.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 27, 2011, 12:12:30 AM
Lovin krstic. Hating these announcers
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:12:57 AM
7 and 5 for Krstic!

See? The sky is not falling.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:13:14 AM
Great pass by Rondo.  The strike is over!!   :D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:13:28 AM
Oh, of course they did. The blog never descended into "how will we replace Gody" disaster, which surprised me.
give it time.   ;)

Oh, I know. Never say never around here.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:13:45 AM
It's time to calm down, fellas. Relax, have a beer and enjoy watching the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:13:51 AM
Krstic may get bulldozed by Howard and Bynum but he's looking pretty darn good tonight.  definitely more of a force on offense, especially the boards, than Perk. 
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:13:54 AM
Great pass by Rondo.  The strike is over!!   :D

lol TP
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:14:07 AM
Hey look were not doomed! Kristic has a nice jumper...Lets keep up the energy
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:14:21 AM
Great pass by Rondo.  The strike is over!!   :D

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 27, 2011, 12:14:36 AM
Lovin krstic. Hating these announcers

these Clippers announcers are beyond in love with Blake Griffin. it's like everything he does is just the best thing ever!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: angryguy77 on February 27, 2011, 12:14:48 AM
Wow a c that can shoot-how refreshing.

Nice dish by rondo. Strike must be over
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:15:22 AM
Krstic may get bulldozed by Howard and Bynum but he's looking pretty darn good tonight.  definitely more of a force on offense, especially the boards, than Perk. 

True, but he's going to be a problem for them to chase on the offensive end.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:15:31 AM
Oh, of course they did. The blog never descended into "how will we replace Gody" disaster, which surprised me.
give it time.   ;)

Oh, I know. Never say never around here.
oh wait, weren't those the 'bring back Powe' threads that have been popping up?   ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:15:41 AM
wow, Pierce actually got a foul call!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:15:49 AM
Cs are balling now
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:15:57 AM
Very nice sequence not giving up on that rebound.  And great effort all half.  As usual, rumors of the Celtics' demise have been greatly exaggerated.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:15:58 AM
I'm liking the energy so far...lots of hustle getting to the rebounds.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:16:18 AM
I think the Celtics had more efforts for that ball then on all their other offensive boards this season combined.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:16:56 AM
Terrific defense, offense is better at a faster tempo.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:17:09 AM
These look like the C's I know...I would have loved to be a fly on the wall in that locker room.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:17:36 AM
I think they might be over the trade now...lol...looking very energetic....
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:17:48 AM
Krstic may get bulldozed by Howard and Bynum but he's looking pretty darn good tonight.  definitely more of a force on offense, especially the boards, than Perk. 

True, but he's going to be a problem for them to chase on the offensive end.
I was thinking the same thing.  they won't be able to pack the paint with Krstic on the floor.  should help Rondo and PP drive the lane against Orl and LA
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:17:58 AM
wow, Pierce actually got a foul call!

Yeah, celts getting jobbed. They have only taken 28 free throws to 8 for the clippers.  
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:18:06 AM
Rondo to KG!! Love it.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:18:19 AM
these guys miss Perk!! Where's the heart and soul of the team?  Not.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:18:20 AM
Step on the throat!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 27, 2011, 12:18:33 AM
Did our Center really hit a wide open jump shot?

Wow. Im in love.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:18:37 AM
Maybe it's the Euro thing, but Krstic really reminds me of what I thought Semih's ceiling could be.  He's a useful piece, though I wouldn't want him starting in the playoffs.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 27, 2011, 12:18:41 AM
Looks like they got the message.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:18:49 AM
I like how they cut out right after Walton made that silly comment. It's almost unbearable to listen to.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:18:58 AM
Rondo to KG!! Love it.
My 4 year old SCREAMED when KG threw that down lol great play
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: 2dark on February 27, 2011, 12:19:04 AM
Much better aproach, just a notch up on agressivenes and thats enough. Still have to see 2nd unit do its job though.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:19:13 AM
these guys miss Perk!! Where's the heart and soul of the team?  Not.

They took 72 minutes to get it out of their system. Now it's on.

Bill Walton becomes more tolerable as the Celtics' run gets longer.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:19:22 AM
Loved the alley-oop. Still stand by what I said about chemistry issues but I'll step away from the ledge...for now.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:19:49 AM
Maybe it's the Euro thing, but Krstic really reminds me of what I thought Semih's ceiling could be.  He's a useful piece, though I wouldn't want him starting in the playoffs.

I don't think Semih will ever develop such a consistent jumpshot
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:20:01 AM
This isn't normal OKC production for Krstic, but then we're getting him a LOT more involved than the ball-stoppers there ever did.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:20:07 AM
The taunting in this thread tonight is amazing. It's the clipper they are beating guy, the sixth worst team. In th NBA without Eric Gordon, as well as no mo Williams or jamrio moon.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Celtics Fan on February 27, 2011, 12:20:24 AM
Step on the throat!

Let's not fall asleep
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 27, 2011, 12:20:33 AM
Ahhhhhhhhh
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:21:24 AM
If we get healthy...I mean totally healthy...we are going to win it all.

We have 3 centers. 3 power forwards, 2 small forwards, 2 point guards, and 2 SGs that can play any time.

We have the option of fouling and still have people to compete and win.

I think RIP is coming here with Murphy and Pryzbilla.

I truly believe we are going to win. Believe in the GREEN!!!

Danny and Doc were put in a bind with Perk and Quis...they made a decision for now and for later.

Good move with add pieces to be done. I HOPE the pieces will solidify the deal for us.

Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:21:39 AM
The taunting in this thread tonight is amazing. It's the clipper they are beating guy, the sixth worst team. In th NBA without Eric Gordon, as well as no mo Williams or jamrio moon.

I honestly don't care about the opponent...I'm much more interested in how this team plays together with the new additions no matter who its against.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: lon3lytoaster on February 27, 2011, 12:21:48 AM
Looking at the boxscore here.. How does Rondo only have 6 boards? It looked to me like he grabbed a ton of them.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:22:02 AM
woooooaaaaaaahhhhhh

28:10 free-throw ratio
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:22:08 AM
This isn't normal OKC production for Krstic, but then we're getting him a LOT more involved than the ball-stoppers there ever did.

I'd wager 90% of Perk's points came from Rondo getting him open dunks and offensive boards. If Krstic makes himself available, he'll contribute.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:22:30 AM
The taunting in this thread tonight is amazing. It's the clipper they are beating guy, the sixth worst team. In th NBA without Eric Gordon, as well as no mo Williams or jamrio moon.

So because the Clippers aren't very good we can't enjoy winning? Ok
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:22:42 AM
Neither rip nor pryzbilla are getting bought out.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:23:43 AM
...is this game in Boston or LA  ???

The Celtics fan base seems to be larger than the Clippers fan base. Its odd lol
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:24:13 AM
It's a good illustration of the difference in systems, if you want to call what OKC does offensively a system.

Nice stop there by Green.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:24:30 AM
We are getting Troy Murphy and maybe Powe...If Chris Johnson shows anything...he might be #15
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:25:23 AM
Great pass by Rondo.  The strike is over!!   :D

lol

KG slapped some sense into him
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:25:34 AM
woooooaaaaaaahhhhhh

28:10 free-throw ratio

That's what happens when the Celtics let them dunk over and over...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Gomesfan on February 27, 2011, 12:25:40 AM
Lets see if Green ca show us something!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:26:05 AM
Has it been confirmed about przy and RIP, not being bought out...I know about RIPs psycho thing right now but PRyz?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:26:34 AM
Come on, Rondo. Horrible pass.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 27, 2011, 12:26:58 AM
We are getting Troy Murphy

Where did you read this? Is it confirmed already?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RockinRyA on February 27, 2011, 12:27:23 AM
i dont like this lineup.. too small
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:27:44 AM
woooooaaaaaaahhhhhh

28:10 free-throw ratio

That's what happens when the Celtics let them dunk over and over...

that explains their FG%.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:27:54 AM
Seems like as soon as KG goes to the bench the D starts slipping. Pick it up guys!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:28:54 AM
Has it been confirmed about przy and RIP, not being bought out...I know about RIPs psycho thing right now but PRyz?

Story on espn today quoted Jordan saying pryzbila  will not be bought out.  Pryz also quoted saying  it will be two years before he will be full strength, so not sure celts want him anyway.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:29:20 AM
Green on the pick and pop.

West with another dumb defensive play.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RockinRyA on February 27, 2011, 12:29:54 AM
Seems like as soon as KG goes to the bench the D starts slipping. Pick it up guys!

we have 2 6'9 players as our C and PF.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:30:18 AM
Rondo's getting too cute with the ball. 
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:30:29 AM
And another idiotic pass by Rondo.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:30:30 AM
West for three!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on February 27, 2011, 12:30:42 AM
There's no getting around it: Rondo just plain stinks tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:31:07 AM
Rondo is back on Strike. My goodness
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:31:36 AM
There's no getting around it: Rondo just plain stinks tonight.

Yep.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:32:44 AM
And Rondo quits on a pick.

Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 27, 2011, 12:32:54 AM
Overall a much better Q but terrible close.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: YouCantHandleTheTruth! on February 27, 2011, 12:32:55 AM
Rondo is irritated and irritating
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:33:01 AM
There's no getting around it: Rondo just plain stinks tonight.

He's made some pretty stupid passes, but he's still dishing the ball out and rebounding. I guess it says a lot about him having 11 assists and is still having a bad game...(which I agree, he is)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 12:33:17 AM
sweet buzzer beater
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:33:22 AM
Nice buzzer-beater by Paul. 

Some slippage toward the end but good quarter overall.  Gotta close em out here.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 27, 2011, 12:33:25 AM
Clippers are playing one of their best games this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: lon3lytoaster on February 27, 2011, 12:33:26 AM
A Paul Pierce floater.. No idea if i've ever seen that before.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Ahlaker on February 27, 2011, 12:33:29 AM
Wow - BBD in this game has been a hazard.  Not sure if this is how he should play if he wants a big contract next year.  Yikes.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:33:34 AM
Gotta love the momentum end of the quarter buzzer beaters bring.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:34:40 AM
Baby trying to block a shot. Comic relief  ;D

PP very comfortable at Staples Center.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:35:07 AM
I would not be surprised that rondo gets traded in the off season for williams in NJ...

He is playing like a sore player...his guy would have left any way, get over it...

I think if he plays like this he is asking to go...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:35:38 AM
Rondo is irritated and irritating

He is on Strike. Very obvious.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:36:03 AM
I would not be surprised that rondo gets traded in the off season for williams in NJ...

He is playing like a sore player...his guy would have left any way, get over it...

I think if he plays like this he is asking to go...

Wow, and people complain about the media blowing up invented stories...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:36:11 AM
Clippers are playing one of their best games this season.

Lets not forget they won games against SA, LA, CHI, MIA, NY, and DEN. They're not trash.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 27, 2011, 12:36:22 AM
bench killin us! BBD: -13, Green: -11, West: -9

meanwhile, the big 3 are +13(PP), +14(RA) and +16(KG)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:36:27 AM
I would not be surprised that rondo gets traded in the off season for williams in NJ...

He is playing like a sore player...his guy would have left any way, get over it...

I think if he plays like this he is asking to go...

Wowwwwww....3 bad quartes and you give up on him...really?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:36:29 AM
Rondo is irritated and irritating

He is on Strike. Very obvious.

I think he just gets bothered when guys don't know what they are doing and make the wrong plays on offense
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: celticsgreen4lyf on February 27, 2011, 12:36:41 AM
hey there celticsblog ^^....long tym reader first time poster ive been following the celtics since the 80's and id like to just introduce myself ...celtics will win for sure and by the way after seeing kristic and green i think it was a good trade sepecially if we get troy murphy
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:36:44 AM
Not saying it will happen but you know rondo can be a pain on people
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:37:57 AM
I would not be surprised that rondo gets traded in the off season for williams in NJ...

He is playing like a sore player...his guy would have left any way, get over it...

I think if he plays like this he is asking to go...

That doesn't even make sense...why would NJ trade Favors and Devin for Williams, then trade him for Rondo? Talk about overreaction.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:38:19 AM
As great as Griffin is, he's a below average on ball defender.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: YouCantHandleTheTruth! on February 27, 2011, 12:38:31 AM
Krstic can't rebound
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Ahlaker on February 27, 2011, 12:38:40 AM
BBD 1 on 4 ... Jeff Green shouldn't be deferring to BBD.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 27, 2011, 12:38:57 AM
Clippers are playing one of their best games this season.

The one where the beat the Heat has to be their best...and they beat the Lakers too.

We'll win...so no biggie if they make a game out of it.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:39:01 AM
Bill Walton is irritating...just wanted to confirm the general sentiment
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:39:11 AM
...is this game in Boston or LA  ???

The Celtics fan base seems to be larger than the Clippers fan base. Its odd lol
You should go to a sox game at anaheim stadium sometime. It's literally 50/50 as far as fans go. maybe even 60/40 boston fans.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:39:26 AM
I would not be surprised that rondo gets traded in the off season for williams in NJ...

He is playing like a sore player...his guy would have left any way, get over it...

I think if he plays like this he is asking to go...

Are you kidding me?

Negative TP
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:39:40 AM
Krstic can't rebound

What?  He has six
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:39:44 AM
Would you rather have a locked up rondo on NJ or a williams with 1 year left...that is not an overreaction. Like I said before, it probably never happens, I am saying if he complains and becomes a pain it could happen.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:39:58 AM
Wow Krstic with 6 offensive boards already...keep it up big guy.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:40:26 AM
Wait....Our Center is a good FT shooter? I like that... :)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:41:15 AM
Good lord, Ray Allen. That's awful defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:41:28 AM
Would you rather have a locked up rondo on NJ or a williams with 1 year left...that is not an overreaction. Like I said before, it probably never happens, I am saying if he complains and becomes a pain it could happen.

It doesn't matter what we want, NJ isn't trading Williams for Rondo.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:41:35 AM
Amazing how many non calls there have been on travels tonight. Feels like I'm watching Lebron playing.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:41:55 AM
Bill Walton is irritating...just wanted to confirm the general sentiment
his kid plays for the lakers, what do you expect.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:42:13 AM
Amazing how many non calls there have been on travels tonight. Feels like I'm watching Lebron playing.

Green's travel was very evident, and he got away with it
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Boris Badenov on February 27, 2011, 12:42:29 AM
Amazing how many non calls there have been on travels tonight. Feels like I'm watching Lebron playing.

I think Kaman took eight steps on that last post-up.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Ahlaker on February 27, 2011, 12:42:36 AM
So are the C's gonna win this game?  Or do the starters run away with it when they get back?  It's amazing how much higher the intensity is with KG in the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: MaxAMillion on February 27, 2011, 12:42:46 AM
Would you rather have a locked up rondo on NJ or a williams with 1 year left...that is not an overreaction. Like I said before, it probably never happens, I am saying if he complains and becomes a pain it could happen.

I would make that deal in the offseason but the Nets would never do it (nor should they). I like Rondo but Williams is better.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:42:54 AM
Bill Walton is irritating...just wanted to confirm the general sentiment
his kid plays for the lakers, what do you expect.

HAHA so true!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Tgro on February 27, 2011, 12:43:08 AM
We should of had this team beaten, but we keep letting them hang around.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:43:26 AM
Walton is insufferable and you can tell that he makes gorman uncomfortable.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:43:41 AM
Bill Walton is irritating...just wanted to confirm the general sentiment
his kid plays for the lakers, what do you expect.

He's a Celtic through and through. He stays hung up on things to much though.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:43:49 AM
Bill Walton is irritating...just wanted to confirm the general sentiment

He is not a homer. It can bother some Celtics when their color commentator isn't salivating at the mouth
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 27, 2011, 12:44:00 AM
i just want to point out that Kaman is eating up Krstic whenever they get matched up in the post.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: zerophase on February 27, 2011, 12:44:14 AM
I'm watching the Clipper's broadcast. Their reports stated that in the locker room the big 4 were alone in the corner, quiet, and still p---ed off at the trade. Not a good sign for team chemistry.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 27, 2011, 12:44:34 AM
Greene is really struggling tonight. Tough adjustment for him
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CrossCL on February 27, 2011, 12:44:41 AM
did Walton just compare Pierce to the Humboldt Current....????
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:44:57 AM
Bill Walton is irritating...just wanted to confirm the general sentiment

He is not a homer. It can bother some Celtics when their color commentator isn't salivating at the mouth

More that he's the kind of homer who gets personally offended when the team doesn't live up to his expectations on any given play and starts to act like a jerk.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:45:04 AM
i just want to point out that Kaman is eating up Krstic whenever they get matched up in the post.

He's eaten up Perk a few times too in the past
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: MaxAMillion on February 27, 2011, 12:45:12 AM
I'm watching the Clipper's broadcast. Their reports stated that in the locker room the big 4 were alone in the corner, quiet, and still p---ed off at the trade. Not a good sign for team chemistry.

I don't blame them...I am still p---ed
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:45:49 AM
Bill Walton is irritating...just wanted to confirm the general sentiment

He is not a homer. It can bother some Celtics when their color commentator isn't salivating at the mouth

More that he's the kind of homer who gets personally offended when the team doesn't live up to his expectations on any given play and starts to act like a jerk.
His kid plays for the lakers, what do you expect ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:46:05 AM
Overall, the defense has been really good in the second half.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:46:31 AM
I'm watching the Clipper's broadcast. Their reports stated that in the locker room the big 4 were alone in the corner, quiet, and still p---ed off at the trade. Not a good sign for team chemistry.

This sounds...wrong...

Mostly because it wouldn't be "The Big 4"

Pierce, Allen, and Garnett are all buddy-buddy, but I don't think Rondo would be there and not, say, Davis too.
Title: Hey Bill Walton
Post by: missyP on February 27, 2011, 12:46:38 AM
I for one does not care what legends played 40 years ago and what they did in these situations when I am watching the 4th Q of a celtics games. just keep it relevant to current viewers..eeish!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 27, 2011, 12:46:40 AM
These refs really don't like Krstic.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: lon3lytoaster on February 27, 2011, 12:46:43 AM
Another foul on Nenad? Come on, leave the dude alone. I got not problem with the fouls, just spread them around =P
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: MaxAMillion on February 27, 2011, 12:46:47 AM
I love listening to Walton. He is just critical and a lot of people don't like that from their hometown announcer. I miss him doing NBA games.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:46:54 AM
Overall, the defense has been really good in the second half.
Very treu 28 point in the second half til now
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:47:08 AM
Where's Chris Johnson? I actually like game...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:47:18 AM
I'm watching the Clipper's broadcast. Their reports stated that in the locker room the big 4 were alone in the corner, quiet, and still p---ed off at the trade. Not a good sign for team chemistry.

I don't blame them...I am still p---ed

They will get over it...It will get better once they get back home...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:47:44 AM
Delonte starting to click with the offense.  Feels kind of like we traded for him too.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: JohnBagleyValueMeal on February 27, 2011, 12:47:59 AM
lots of anger in the game thread tonight.
tense atmosphere in here!

Celts are going to need a few weeks to adjust on both sides of the ball to the roster makeover. hopefully they can keep piling up the W's while they learn on the job.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:48:09 AM
Delonte showing that trading nate was definitely not a mistake
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Ahlaker on February 27, 2011, 12:48:14 AM
DWest - not too bad for someone on a minimum contract.  Pretty good stuff.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:48:27 AM
West has really benefited from this trade. He's looked really good the past two games. I like his game A LOT. Always in control.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:48:36 AM
CAPTAIN!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Tgro on February 27, 2011, 12:48:54 AM
Bingo!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:49:01 AM
Delonte is sooo much better than Nate
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 27, 2011, 12:49:06 AM
Delonte showing that trading nate was definitely not a mistake

Bingo. He is running this stuff like a starter.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:49:06 AM
This is starting to feel a little like the Golden State game now.  Step on em late.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: lon3lytoaster on February 27, 2011, 12:49:12 AM
I love a healthy, confident Delonte. Such a great role player for us.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:49:18 AM
lots of anger in the game thread tonight.
tense atmosphere in here!

Celts are going to need a few weeks to adjust on both sides of the ball to the roster makeover. hopefully they can keep piling up the W's while they learn on the job.

This isn't that angry of a thread. Last year before the deadline was angry.

Celtics turning it back on!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: MaxAMillion on February 27, 2011, 12:49:26 AM
DWest - not too bad for someone on a minimum contract.  Pretty good stuff.

He is so much better than Nate Rob
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:49:37 AM
Leave rondo on the bench the rest of the game to enjoy his pout-a-thon.   ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:49:42 AM
Great game by D-West...really excited to see what he can bring for the rest of the season.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:49:57 AM
I don't think Garnett's really ever been known for passing out Girl Scout cookies in the locker room before the game.

Not concerned one iota about chemistry with this team - or the 5.

It's gonna be fine come playoff time.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:50:05 AM
I really don't like Jeff Greens body language. I hope he's just nervous or w/e and he ends up being happy with us. We cant afford to have him playing like crap.

(this is not an indictment on the way he's playing right now or anything, I understand that its going to take some time to adjust, its just that krstic looks a lot happier to be on the team is all)

Green cant be happy about his minutes, he's not gonna get too many shots if he's on the floor with Ray.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:50:11 AM
Delonte showing that trading nate was definitely not a mistake

Bingo. He is running this stuff like a starter.

When was the last time we had someone backing up Rondo that made things flow so well?

Oh, right, never. Don't let Delonte go!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Ahlaker on February 27, 2011, 12:50:19 AM
Amazing play with arguably the best C's player (Rondo) sitting pouting on the bench ...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jaser on February 27, 2011, 12:50:26 AM
i just love watching our starters play!!!  :o :o :o

go celtics!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:50:33 AM
DWest - not too bad for someone on a minimum contract.  Pretty good stuff.

He is so much better than Nate Rob

Rondo is the problem tonight, like many have said...look at dwest with the starters
Title: thank you Delonte
Post by: missyP on February 27, 2011, 12:50:40 AM
Once in a while our flawed Rondo's game gets exposed and you get to pick up the slack. Nice to have you back. At least no one will sag off of you and dare you to take a jumper!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 27, 2011, 12:50:48 AM
Delonte is back!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:50:58 AM
Delonte is sooo much better than Nate

This. I will absolutely NOT miss those 3's taken with 22 secs still left on the shot clock when we're down by 1 or 2  ::)

Love his energy but his basketball IQ is just...non-existant.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 27, 2011, 12:51:05 AM
Thank god guys. We dont have to deal with any more Nate Robinson pull up bricks. Delonte is so much better then him its not even funny.

Clippers ran out of energy, they used it all up at the start and didnt pace themselves.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Spicoli on February 27, 2011, 12:51:21 AM
I really don't like Jeff Greens body language. I hope he's just nervous or w/e and he ends up being happy with us. We cant afford to have him playing like crap.

(this is not an indictment on the way he's playing right now or anything, I understand that its going to take some time to adjust, its just that krstic looks a lot happier to be on the team is all)

Green cant be happy about his minutes, he's not gonna get too many shots if he's on the floor with Ray.

I've seen a lot of Green. His body language is like that every game.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: zerophase on February 27, 2011, 12:51:33 AM
West has played great. Green will get better with practice.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:51:53 AM
Green's been fine. Be a longer transition for him due to learning two positions.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:52:02 AM
I love a healthy, confident Delonte. Such a great role player for us.
I love delonte, he doesnt miss wide open shots, ever. His defense is intense... love him


He seems taller in green :P

oooh he just got a steal !
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:52:10 AM
I really don't like Jeff Greens body language. I hope he's just nervous or w/e and he ends up being happy with us. We cant afford to have him playing like crap.

(this is not an indictment on the way he's playing right now or anything, I understand that its going to take some time to adjust, its just that krstic looks a lot happier to be on the team is all)

Green cant be happy about his minutes, he's not gonna get too many shots if he's on the floor with Ray.

Green and Krstic are in very different situations.

Krstic goes out there and plays with the starters. This is a unit where Perk's role wasn't nearly as involved, more dealing with knowing when to be at the basket and getting on the boards.

Green is out there with a bench unit that has basically one returning player in Glen Davis. There is no way we can expect any kind of cohesion right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:52:14 AM
Offense better with Rondo butt on the bench. West is our closer now. Beautiful spacing.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 27, 2011, 12:52:20 AM
i want to see Doc take BBD out and put in Jeff Green. y'know, just to prove his Posey claim. and i wanna see how Green fares with the starters
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:52:53 AM
Am I missing something? Because I don't see Rondo pouting at all...yes he's having a bad game, but so is KG. DWest is playing great, but that doesn't mean people have to put Rajon down. Oh well...not a big deal I guess.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RockinRyA on February 27, 2011, 12:53:04 AM
I really don't like Jeff Greens body language. I hope he's just nervous or w/e and he ends up being happy with us. We cant afford to have him playing like crap.

(this is not an indictment on the way he's playing right now or anything, I understand that its going to take some time to adjust, its just that krstic looks a lot happier to be on the team is all)

Green cant be happy about his minutes, he's not gonna get too many shots if he's on the floor with Ray.

green's not that happy to leave the thunder, he is bestfriend's with durant. probably feeling similar to rajon. itll be a few days for him to feel comfy.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:53:13 AM
Green's been fine. Be a longer transition for him due to learning two positions.

Green has done nothing, but we should not expect much for a week or two.  Is rondo still pouting?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:53:42 AM
Offense better with Rondo butt on the bench. West is our closer now. Beautiful spacing.

What is with the people coming out of the woodwork to bury Rajon after one game?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 12:53:56 AM
I really don't like Jeff Greens body language. I hope he's just nervous or w/e and he ends up being happy with us. We cant afford to have him playing like crap.

(this is not an indictment on the way he's playing right now or anything, I understand that its going to take some time to adjust, its just that krstic looks a lot happier to be on the team is all)

Green cant be happy about his minutes, he's not gonna get too many shots if he's on the floor with Ray.

I've seen a lot of Green. His body language is like that every game.

Yeah, Green is one of those guys who looks even keel all the time.  He obviously isn't comfortable with our plays yet, but he's not unhappy or anything.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:54:13 AM
I don't share the West enthusiasm. We are going to have to have better defense from him outside. Shooting's fine, the defense has not been adequate.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:54:57 AM
Offense is flawless with a point-guard who can shoot. D-West isn't your average backup PG. He is a stud
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:55:01 AM
Offense better with Rondo butt on the bench. West is our closer now. Beautiful spacing.

What is with the people coming out of the woodwork to bury Rajon after one game?

Thank you, I thought I was the only one. Tough crowd I guess.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:55:09 AM
Let's remember Green has never played off the bench...that also gets some time to get used too...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:55:57 AM
Good Lord, what an idiotic foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:56:10 AM
Big Baby is also having a very tough game.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:56:14 AM
I don't share the West enthusiasm. We are going to have to have better defense from him outside. Shooting's fine, the defense has not been adequate.
Dont know what game you're watchin man. He played awesome against denver too.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:56:18 AM
added benefit of Delonte: we can afford to bench Rondo when he plays with his head up his rear end
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Megatron on February 27, 2011, 12:56:23 AM
Doc benched Rondo. Lol.

Foye with a career high to keep the clippers in this game. They will probably lose to a terrible team tommorow.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:56:27 AM
Good Lord, what an idiotic foul.

Ray sleeping on "D" there
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:56:33 AM
Is doc sending rondo a message? Just wondering what you guys think.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Ahlaker on February 27, 2011, 12:56:41 AM
BBD mid-range jumper - yikes.  Why isn't the balding Serb on the floor?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:56:52 AM
Big Baby...sometimes I swear he deserves to win 6th man of the year...other times all I can do is face palm.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jamie9248922 on February 27, 2011, 12:57:17 AM
Is doc sending rondo a message? Just wondering what you guys think.

No...but its good to know that Delonte can close out games
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 12:57:38 AM
Is doc sending rondo a message? Just wondering what you guys think.

No. He's winning a game.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:57:40 AM
Oh look, Rondo's laughing on the bench! But I thought he was pouting?!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:57:49 AM
MY GOD take big baby out already JEEEBUS
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:57:57 AM
Big Baby...sometimes I swear he deserves to win 6th man of the year...other times all I can do is face palm.

CLASSIC!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: MaxAMillion on February 27, 2011, 12:58:03 AM
BBD is just too short
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 12:58:04 AM
Is doc sending rondo a message? Just wondering what you guys think.

No. Delonte has played better than Rondo in the second half. That's why he's out there. People love to over-analyze.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 27, 2011, 12:58:18 AM
Davis just makes me facepalm about 5 times a night.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 12:58:25 AM
wow, Davis is more of a black hole than McHale was, except he's like a foot shorter with short arms
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 12:58:32 AM
Is doc sending rondo a message? Just wondering what you guys think.

No. Delonte has played better than Rondo in the second half. That's why he's out there. People love to over-analyze.

This.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 12:58:43 AM
I really don't like Jeff Greens body language. I hope he's just nervous or w/e and he ends up being happy with us. We cant afford to have him playing like crap.

(this is not an indictment on the way he's playing right now or anything, I understand that its going to take some time to adjust, its just that krstic looks a lot happier to be on the team is all)

Green cant be happy about his minutes, he's not gonna get too many shots if he's on the floor with Ray.

I've seen a lot of Green. His body language is like that every game.

Yeah, Green is one of those guys who looks even keel all the time.  He obviously isn't comfortable with our plays yet, but he's not unhappy or anything.

Yup. Marquis was just like this.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Ahlaker on February 27, 2011, 12:58:47 AM
C's trying to bleed out the clock - they need to pump up the intensity.  Don't sleep on the Clips making a late charge.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 12:58:53 AM
Offense is flawless with a point-guard who can shoot. D-West isn't your average backup PG. He is a stud

Yea, legit starter on a lot of teams.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 12:59:01 AM
BBD mid-range jumper - yikes.  Why isn't the balding Serb on the floor?
****
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: missyP on February 27, 2011, 12:59:06 AM
BBD.. please know your limitations!!! pulleeez
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 12:59:15 AM
Davis just makes me facepalm about 5 times a night.

The love of that picture!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 27, 2011, 12:59:23 AM
Even tho we have stepped up everyone is still bashing the team. Now Rondo?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 12:59:32 AM
Doc has balls to sit Rondo. Now sit down Big Ballhog Baby.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 12:59:38 AM
wow, Davis is more of a black hole than McHale was, except he's like a foot shorter with short arms

Very funny. The short arm thing made me laugh out loud.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 12:59:47 AM
Offensively, anyway. The guard defense tonight has been alternately very good - in the third quarter - and horrible - first half and part of this quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: zerophase on February 27, 2011, 12:59:51 AM
Davis just makes me facepalm about 5 times a night.

basically.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 01:00:19 AM
Doc has balls to sit Rondo. Now sit down Big Ballhog Baby.

Except Rondo's back in the game now...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: missyP on February 27, 2011, 01:00:32 AM
Lord No.. Rondo is back and BBD is still in. DOC at times  you make me doubt your genius.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: lon3lytoaster on February 27, 2011, 01:00:32 AM
What's Foye got now? 112 points?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 01:00:33 AM
I'm just glad that BBD can't shoot threes. It'd be like 'toine all over again but without the talent.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: USG on February 27, 2011, 01:00:46 AM
That had no business going in.

Close it out Boston.

KG!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: LilRip on February 27, 2011, 01:00:52 AM
wow, Davis is more of a black hole than McHale was, except he's like a foot shorter with short arms

and less post moves :P
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 01:01:02 AM
 Can we go over the top on a Foye pick? Please?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Tgro on February 27, 2011, 01:01:14 AM
KG!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: YouCantHandleTheTruth! on February 27, 2011, 01:01:30 AM
getting cold again.. ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 01:01:39 AM
I wonder if Doc's gameplan was baseline iso for BBD

if so he's really sticking too it.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 27, 2011, 01:01:55 AM
KG

Oh and if Foye had played liked this, he'd still be a T-Wolf.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: barefacedmonk on February 27, 2011, 01:02:02 AM
wow, Davis is more of a black hole than McHale was, except he's like a foot shorter with short arms

Very funny. The short arm thing made me laugh out loud.

I like IP's description...T-Rex arms..lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 01:02:06 AM
wow, Davis is more of a black hole than McHale was, except he's like a foot shorter with short arms

and less post moves :P

he's got just as many moves, they are just not nearly as pretty or effective
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 01:02:27 AM
There goes the spacing. Rondo is back.

At least put in Green for BallHog Baby.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 01:02:34 AM
I'm just glad that BBD can't shoot threes. It'd be like 'toine all over again but without the talent.

Let us just hope that the #8 does not rub on Green in a bad way? hint hint
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 01:02:47 AM
What's Foye got now? 112 points?

****
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 01:03:15 AM
I'll take it.  Good win on the road against a crap team.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Rondo9dunx on February 27, 2011, 01:03:38 AM
I hate to say it, but BBD just iced this game for us lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: slamtheking on February 27, 2011, 01:03:42 AM
good to see the C's come from behind in the second half and close out a team  -- even if it is a team that they should beat
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Spicoli on February 27, 2011, 01:03:44 AM
Lol...Big Baby looking like Derrick Rose out there with that layup. That was awesome.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 01:03:51 AM
Baby makes a layup look the hardest thing ever.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 01:03:59 AM
how does Delnegro not have Kaman out there to close the game?
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 27, 2011, 01:04:05 AM
Bbd just did a toine shake
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 01:04:24 AM
Offense is flawless with a point-guard who can shoot. D-West isn't your average backup PG. He is a stud

Yea, legit starter on a lot of teams.

Touche!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 01:04:31 AM
I'll take it.  Good win on the road against a crap team.

Yeah we need this to even up with Miami. I'm hoping the Knicks can do some dirty work for us tomorrow.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CoachBo on February 27, 2011, 01:04:45 AM
First half was a total crap effort.

Second half was Celtic basketball, moving the rock and defending.

Nice job on Griffin. First whole game I've seen from him, surprised that his defense is as poor as it was in college.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 01:04:52 AM
guys right now 39 points int he 2nd half...not bad at all. 87 total for our D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Tgro on February 27, 2011, 01:05:02 AM
Light the cigar!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: RebusRankin on February 27, 2011, 01:05:16 AM
I'm just glad that BBD can't shoot threes. It'd be like 'toine all over again but without the talent.

Let us just hope that the #8 does not rub on Green in a bad way? hint hint

You afraid Toine's going to call him from the D League? ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 01:05:41 AM
Walton stinks. What is he watching?  He just said Davis having a magnificent game tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 01:07:28 AM
Light the cigar!

Not so fast...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Ahlaker on February 27, 2011, 01:07:49 AM
Walton stinks. What is he watching?  He just said Davis having a magnificent game tonight.

C's won in spite of BBD tonight ... 30+ minutes.  Face palm ...
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: jaser on February 27, 2011, 01:08:25 AM
Am I missing something? Because I don't see Rondo pouting at all...yes he's having a bad game, but so is KG. DWest is playing great, but that doesn't mean people have to put Rajon down. Oh well...not a big deal I guess.

this! ^^^

all of a sudden everybody's putting Rondo down. anyways, good win for the celtics.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: vinnie on February 27, 2011, 01:08:34 AM
Hope the Knicks can beat the heat tomorrow, but Miami may score 150 against that defense
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Change on February 27, 2011, 01:09:23 AM
Tommy loves Delonte. I love Delonte too.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: bruinsandceltics on February 27, 2011, 01:09:32 AM
Good game. With some hiccups cause of chemistry tonight.

Krstic was awesome. Green looked good in the second half.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: Tgro on February 27, 2011, 01:10:44 AM
Good win!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: CelticSooner on February 27, 2011, 01:11:01 AM
Hope the Knicks can beat the heat tomorrow, but Miami may score 150 against that defense

Yea. Miami should have no problem winning that one.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 01:11:16 AM
nice win, this team will be great when they get some practices in
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: hpantazo on February 27, 2011, 01:11:57 AM
props to KG for making Griffin look average tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on February 27, 2011, 01:12:06 AM
Thankful for the road win.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: outcry on February 27, 2011, 01:12:22 AM
Well, even after just one game I think it's safe to say Krstic will be fine on this team. He can run, shoot, and looks good in the paint.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: ejk3489 on February 27, 2011, 01:12:25 AM
And a win for the new Green-Krstic era! Not bad considering most were ready to jump off the Tobin Bridge before halftime.

Nice to see DWest play well and Krstic was solid. Excited to see how this bench will be in the future when Shaq or JO get back.
Title: Re: Celtics (41-15) at Clippers (21-38) 2/25
Post by: rsan on February 27, 2011, 01:12:43 AM
krstic baby!
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Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 01:12:52 AM
Good win!!!!

18 minutes 7 points for green and 21 minutes 9 points 6 boards for Kellogs Stick... We got a wing and a good backup center for our team
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Post by: fairweatherfan on February 27, 2011, 01:13:48 AM
Good win.  Good night.
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Post by: barefacedmonk on February 27, 2011, 01:14:03 AM
Can someone post a pic of Greene and Krstic in Cs uniform? I have to wait to watch the replay since ILPB had it blacked out.

Thanks.
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Post by: LilRip on February 27, 2011, 01:14:22 AM
Baby makes a layup look the hardest thing ever.  ;D

lol TP
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Post by: ACF on February 27, 2011, 01:14:51 AM
Nice win. 9 points for Krstic, 7 for Green. Welcome to the Celtics.
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Post by: Spicoli on February 27, 2011, 01:17:58 AM
Well, even after just one game I think it's safe to say Krstic will be fine on this team. He can run, shoot, and looks good in the paint.

Not to mention he was playing very well on the pick and rolls by showing hard and cutting off driving lanes for the guards all the way out to the 3 point line. I was impressed with his ability to rotate.
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Post by: Eja117 on February 27, 2011, 01:20:06 AM
Blake Griffin looks like he doesn't like to lose. He looks like Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones, like he's going to just break out and say "Some day I will be the most powerful basketball player ever. I will even be able to stop great players from being traded"

I hearby anoint him The Chosen One
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Post by: celticsgreen4lyf on February 27, 2011, 01:20:24 AM
no one talked about kristic when the trade happend all about perkins and green...well kristic should what he can do..mid range jumpers to spread out the floor and 6 offensive rebounds !!! wow
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Post by: barefacedmonk on February 27, 2011, 01:23:27 AM
Blake Griffin looks like he doesn't like to lose. He looks like Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones, like he's going to just break out and say "Some day I will be the most powerful basketball player ever. I will even be able to stop great players from being traded"

I hearby anoint him The Chosen One

LOL. TP.

The league already has the "chosen one". LeBron.

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Post by: Eja117 on February 27, 2011, 01:24:24 AM
Blake Griffin looks like he doesn't like to lose. He looks like Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones, like he's going to just break out and say "Some day I will be the most powerful basketball player ever. I will even be able to stop great players from being traded"

I hearby anoint him The Chosen One

LOL. TP.

The league already has the "chosen one". LeBron.


Prophesy misread this was.
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Post by: RebusRankin on February 27, 2011, 01:25:29 AM
Blake Griffin looks like he doesn't like to lose. He looks like Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones, like he's going to just break out and say "Some day I will be the most powerful basketball player ever. I will even be able to stop great players from being traded"

I hearby anoint him The Chosen One

So he turns into Darth Vader? Or is Lebron Darth and Blake Luke?
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Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 01:26:07 AM
Blake Griffin looks like he doesn't like to lose. He looks like Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones, like he's going to just break out and say "Some day I will be the most powerful basketball player ever. I will even be able to stop great players from being traded"

I hearby anoint him The Chosen One

LOL. TP.

The league already has the "chosen one". LeBron.


Sorry wrong...
The Chosen WOMAN...LeQueen is her name.

Blake is a MAN!!!
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Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 01:27:32 AM
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Post by: Eja117 on February 27, 2011, 01:28:13 AM
Blake Griffin looks like he doesn't like to lose. He looks like Anakin Skywalker in Attack of the Clones, like he's going to just break out and say "Some day I will be the most powerful basketball player ever. I will even be able to stop great players from being traded"

I hearby anoint him The Chosen One

So he turns into Darth Vader? Or is Lebron Darth and Blake Luke?
Hard to see the future is.
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Post by: zerophase on February 27, 2011, 01:31:37 AM
i like the blake show cause he's so flashy but whatever... its the celtics who won tonight. we should be talking about them.
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Post by: European NBA fan on February 27, 2011, 01:35:26 AM
I really like that Delonte is a legit backup pg, who can sometimes take over, when the game doesn't come to Rondo.

If Krstic can give us 20-25 minutes like this every night, he'll be a great addition. Of course he made some mistakes, but it looks like he could fit in the Celtics defense (even though he looked very European ;)). And he must have set a season high in offensive rebounds for the Celtics :)

It seemed like Green wasn't really comfortable and needs to adjust to a new role. But he'll be fine.

CJ's first six minutes in Denver could be the highlight of his NBA career. I don't believe there are any 4 or 5's in the league who can't move him anywhere they want on both ends.

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Post by: Megatron on February 27, 2011, 01:38:27 AM
For some reason I am a fan of Blake Griffin but I hate LeBron. Blake just seems so much more likable.
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Post by: jpurthe1 on February 27, 2011, 01:40:33 AM
For some reason I am a fan of Blake Griffin but I hate LeBron. Blake just seems so much more likable.

TP for thee
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Post by: Eja117 on February 27, 2011, 01:41:17 AM
For some reason I am a fan of Blake Griffin but I hate LeBron. Blake just seems so much more likable.
Yeah. And unhateable too
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Post by: European NBA fan on February 27, 2011, 02:22:52 AM
For some reason I am a fan of Blake Griffin but I hate LeBron. Blake just seems so much more likable.
Yeah. And unhateable too

If you played a pickup game you would have a lot more fun playing with Griffin, even if he was on the other team.
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Post by: Celtics18 on February 27, 2011, 02:49:24 AM
Lovin krstic. Hating these announcers

these Clippers announcers are beyond in love with Blake Griffin. it's like everything he does is just the best thing ever!

Were you listening to Walton as well?
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Post by: Q_FBE on February 27, 2011, 03:16:20 AM
I get off on 57 Celtics,

I get off on screaming at the Refs.

Missed the game and saw Eric Clapton in concert (good excuse to call in sick to Celtics Nation).

Maybe Ainge is going to trade the Clipper pick back for Blake Griffen soon. Blake Griffen needs to be a Celtic instead of a Mamby Pamby Clipper.
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Post by: Bahku on February 27, 2011, 05:25:02 AM
Saw the first broadcast via CSNNE with Mike and Bill, watching this version, (on NBATV), with the Clippers' announcers ... amazing difference in the feel of how the game is being delivered, and how much more I like the friendly version. These guys have a major man-crush on Blake, but then, who wouldn't? If he were a Celtic, I think we'd all be in a similar state of mind. ;)

Congrats to Lawler on his 2,500th game of doing play-by-play for the Clippers!
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Post by: Drucci on February 27, 2011, 06:24:06 AM
Bad 1st half, good contributions from Krstic but I really enjoyed the 3rd quarter and the 4th, we played team ball and I thought West was huge with his shots at the end of the shotclock and his good decision making. Lot of passes and extra passes which led to good dagger shots, I loved it. KG's defense was phenomenal too.
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Post by: jimmywolfrey on February 27, 2011, 10:53:30 AM
Am I missing something? Because I don't see Rondo pouting at all...yes he's having a bad game, but so is KG. DWest is playing great, but that doesn't mean people have to put Rajon down. Oh well...not a big deal I guess.

this! ^^^

all of a sudden everybody's putting Rondo down. anyways, good win for the celtics.

I agree too. I am probably one of the biggest Dwest fans too.  Rondo just had a bad game..or bad last two games.
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Post by: gar on February 27, 2011, 11:32:35 AM
Am I missing something? Because I don't see Rondo pouting at all...yes he's having a bad game, but so is KG. DWest is playing great, but that doesn't mean people have to put Rajon down. Oh well...not a big deal I guess.

this! ^^^

all of a sudden everybody's putting Rondo down. anyways, good win for the celtics.

I agree too. I am probably one of the biggest Dwest fans too.  Rondo just had a bad game..or bad last two games.

How much of Rondo's slump is due to Perk. I think they were real tight.