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Title: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: lightspeed5 on October 08, 2012, 01:53:27 AM
I think its just for precautionary purpose.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Jeff on October 09, 2012, 06:31:32 AM
if anyone gets updates on this today or tomorrow, let us know!
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on October 09, 2012, 07:24:57 AM
Hope he's ok..
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: moiso on October 09, 2012, 09:08:56 AM
Is this guy ever going to be able to get in a groove or what?  There is a thread about people overrating Bradley but a lot of people expect Wilcox to contribute more than he probably will.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Clench123 on October 09, 2012, 09:42:06 AM
Man, I hope Wilcox doesn't become injury prone
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Chris on October 09, 2012, 11:36:03 AM
Man, I hope Wilcox doesn't become injury prone

Become?  He has been injury prone his entire career.  But this team is deep enough to withstand that...hopefully.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Who on October 09, 2012, 11:47:54 AM
If Wilcox can't go, that would likely put Darko in the rotation.

They could leave Darko in there as a 5-10mpg backup with Jeff Green getting extended minutes at backup PF and Sullinger picking up the remaining backup big man minutes.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: j804 on October 09, 2012, 01:00:22 PM
Oh man already ?!?!
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Chris on October 09, 2012, 01:06:32 PM
If Wilcox can't go, that would likely put Darko in the rotation.

They could leave Darko in there as a 5-10mpg backup with Jeff Green getting extended minutes at backup PF and Sullinger picking up the remaining backup big man minutes.

Honestly, based on what I have seen so far (yeah yeah, short sample size, and all that)...I would give Darko more in the 15-20 minute range, and pretty much keep him on the court whenever KG isn't out there.  At least until he starts losing his concentration.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: crimson_stallion on October 10, 2012, 01:22:06 AM
If Wilcox can't go, that would likely put Darko in the rotation.

They could leave Darko in there as a 5-10mpg backup with Jeff Green getting extended minutes at backup PF and Sullinger picking up the remaining backup big man minutes.

Honestly, based on what I have seen so far (yeah yeah, short sample size, and all that)...I would give Darko more in the 15-20 minute range, and pretty much keep him on the court whenever KG isn't out there.  At least until he starts losing his concentration.

Agreed.

We really do need a legitimately big guy who can grab rebounds and protect the paint, and so far Darko has been infinitely better than Jason Collins.

If Wilcox is healthy and playing well then I'd split playing time at center between Wilcox and Darko, but right now I'd be giving Darko pretty much all the backup center minutes. 

I really don't like Sullinger or Bass anywhere near that center position.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: bfrombleacher on October 18, 2012, 12:13:26 AM
http://www.csnne.com/basketball-boston-celtics/celtics-talk/Rivers-doesnt-see-Wilcox-back-close-to-r?blockID=789237&feedID=3945

I hate day to day
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: pearljammer10 on October 18, 2012, 12:18:52 AM
Man this dude cant catch a break.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Who on October 18, 2012, 10:44:54 AM
http://www.csnne.com/basketball-boston-celtics/celtics-talk/Rivers-doesnt-see-Wilcox-back-close-to-r?blockID=789237&feedID=3945

I hate day to day

This missed training camp is a big blow for Wilcox. Really hurts his chances of claiming a rotation place. Looks like we'll be going big (Darko over Wilcox) with that second unit.

Great opportunity for Darko.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Fafnir on October 18, 2012, 10:46:07 AM
http://www.csnne.com/basketball-boston-celtics/celtics-talk/Rivers-doesnt-see-Wilcox-back-close-to-r?blockID=789237&feedID=3945

I hate day to day

This missed training camp is a big blow for Wilcox. Really hurts his chances of claiming a rotation place. Looks like we'll be going big (Darko over Wilcox) with that second unit.

Great opportunity for Darko.
Has he looked any fitter in the preseason? I have't been able to catch more than a few highlights.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Who on October 18, 2012, 10:54:14 AM
http://www.csnne.com/basketball-boston-celtics/celtics-talk/Rivers-doesnt-see-Wilcox-back-close-to-r?blockID=789237&feedID=3945

I hate day to day

This missed training camp is a big blow for Wilcox. Really hurts his chances of claiming a rotation place. Looks like we'll be going big (Darko over Wilcox) with that second unit.

Great opportunity for Darko.
Has he looked any fitter in the preseason? I have't been able to catch more than a few highlights.
I haven't been watching any of the preseason games (for any team) so far. Waiting for the real games to begin.

A lot of the reports from others in the forum on Darko's play have been pretty positive.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Fafnir on October 18, 2012, 11:02:06 AM
http://www.csnne.com/basketball-boston-celtics/celtics-talk/Rivers-doesnt-see-Wilcox-back-close-to-r?blockID=789237&feedID=3945

I hate day to day

This missed training camp is a big blow for Wilcox. Really hurts his chances of claiming a rotation place. Looks like we'll be going big (Darko over Wilcox) with that second unit.

Great opportunity for Darko.
Has he looked any fitter in the preseason? I have't been able to catch more than a few highlights.
I haven't been watching any of the preseason games (for any team) so far. Waiting for the real games to begin.

A lot of the reports from others in the forum on Darko's play have been pretty positive.
Well worst case scenario we can enjoy him trying to post up Rasheed, spare tire to spare tire.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on October 18, 2012, 11:42:00 AM
I think Darko's looked pretty good, especially on shot blocking and rebounding, and I like his effort so far. I remember one play in particular—it was one of the European games—he fell on his butt (while trying to box out, I think), and when the rebound fell toward his head, he reached up and back-tapped it to a teammate. I've really liked his performance so far.

Still, Wilcox is one of my favorite players, so I really want to see him back.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: kozlodoev on October 18, 2012, 12:12:11 PM
I think Darko's looked pretty good, especially on shot blocking and rebounding, and I like his effort so far. I remember one play in particular—it was one of the European games—he fell on his butt (while trying to box out, I think), and when the rebound fell toward his head, he reached up and back-tapped it to a teammate. I've really liked his performance so far.

Still, Wilcox is one of my favorite players, so I really want to see him back.
If Darko can resist trying to do too much offensively, he can be a real difference maker on the defensive end with his bulk and shot-blocking ability.

He hasn't looked like a third pick overall, and it's pretty clear why, for example, they would be disappointed in MN after trying to start him next to Kevin Love. But he has looked reasonably solid. Playing alongside Rondo will help, I just hope the thumb is not a lingering issue.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: MJohnnyboy on October 18, 2012, 01:07:45 PM
I feel like Wilcox has been the forgotten man because he hasn't played yet. The guy can be VERY useful in the frontcourt. He's an amazing athlete and a very good rebounder. I think Darko in the end will be more useful because he's a defensive presence, but Wilcox can thrive more in the fastbreak as another option for Rondo to throw alley-oops too.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on October 18, 2012, 01:29:56 PM
I feel like Wilcox has been the forgotten man because he hasn't played yet. The guy can be VERY useful in the frontcourt. He's an amazing athlete and a very good rebounder. I think Darko in the end will be more useful because he's a defensive presence, but Wilcox can thrive more in the fastbreak as another option for Rondo to throw alley-oops too.

Ditto.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on October 18, 2012, 01:30:19 PM
I think Darko's looked pretty good, especially on shot blocking and rebounding, and I like his effort so far. I remember one play in particular—it was one of the European games—he fell on his butt (while trying to box out, I think), and when the rebound fell toward his head, he reached up and back-tapped it to a teammate. I've really liked his performance so far.

Still, Wilcox is one of my favorite players, so I really want to see him back.
If Darko can resist trying to do too much offensively, he can be a real difference maker on the defensive end with his bulk and shot-blocking ability.

He hasn't looked like a third pick overall, and it's pretty clear why, for example, they would be disappointed in MN after trying to start him next to Kevin Love. But he has looked reasonably solid. Playing alongside Rondo will help, I just hope the thumb is not a lingering issue.

And ditto.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Celtics18 on October 18, 2012, 07:57:05 PM
I really loved what Chris Wilcox brought to the floor for us last year.  He showed a lot of speed, athleticism, and energy.  Unfortunately, it took him a while to get in the groove of things, and then once he did, it wasn't long before he was lost for the season with that heart ailment. 

I do worry about how much he'll be able to contribute this year.  He's always been injury prone, and what's worse for me is that in the interviews I've seen with him since being cleared to play, frankly, he seems nervous and gun shy.  The doctors may have cleared him to play, but he doesn't seem like he's put that scary heart condition behind him. 

I haven't felt any of that itching to get back on the court with a brand new chance hunger from him that Jeff Green has been exuding so far in the preseason.

Time will tell.  I'm rooting for him, but I'm glad we got Darko, too.  They are totally different players, but I think we might end up relying on the big, crazy Serb quite a bit this season.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Jon on October 18, 2012, 08:22:07 PM
I like Wilcox because he can run well with Rondo and provides lots of depth. 

However, as others have said, with KG, Sullinger, Bass, and Darko around, plus Green getting minutes at the 4, I don't know if there's really a place for him in a regular rotation. 

But it will be nice if he eventually make it back.  His presence will be great for depth and would give Danny the flexibility to deal someone like Bass without having to worry about losing depth at the 4. 
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: bfrombleacher on October 19, 2012, 03:56:18 AM
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Q: What impact do you see Chris Wilcox having this season with the emergence of Jared Sullinger? (Trade bait?) -- Tom (Acton, Mass.)

A: Wilcox has to get himself ready, physically, first. As Rivers noted even before the start of camp, Wilcox underwent surgery nearly four months after Jeff Green, so we should all remember that he's a bit further behind in his recovery. Wilcox admitted that he rushed himself a bit to be ready for camp and, having battled some back spasms, he's now focused on getting his conditioning and strength where it needs to be in order to stay on the floor. When healthy, Wilcox can help this team as a forward or center who can rebound and run the floor with Rondo. Boston will find minutes for him when he can contribute.

from: http://espn.go.com/boston/nba/story/_/id/8523062/boston-celtics-mailbag-plenting-sg-talent-back-pg-rondo

This Forsberg Q&A kind of coagulates everything and gives a better picture on Wilcox's condition.

I was worried about his back. Might be more about his conditioning if anything. Hope he pulls a Jeff Green.
Title: Re: Wilcox getting MRI on his back aftwr tweaking it
Post by: Greenbean on October 19, 2012, 07:09:01 AM
http://www.csnne.com/basketball-boston-celtics/celtics-talk/Rivers-doesnt-see-Wilcox-back-close-to-r?blockID=789237&feedID=3945

I hate day to day

This missed training camp is a big blow for Wilcox. Really hurts his chances of claiming a rotation place. Looks like we'll be going big (Darko over Wilcox) with that second unit.

Great opportunity for Darko.
Has he looked any fitter in the preseason? I have't been able to catch more than a few highlights.
I haven't been watching any of the preseason games (for any team) so far. Waiting for the real games to begin.

A lot of the reports from others in the forum on Darko's play have been pretty positive.
Well worst case scenario we can enjoy him trying to post up Rasheed, spare tire to spare tire.

Yeah Darko is still pretty flabby. Hopefully he can play himself into shape otherwise i dont see him being valuable for long stretches of games.

He has looked great in the preseason thoufh... It is just obvious when he gets winded he gets careless