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Title: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: FLCeltsFan on December 30, 2012, 12:49:59 AM
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Boston Celtics (14-15) at Sacramento Kings (10-19)
Sunday, March 30, 2012
9:00 PM ET
Regular Season Game #30, Road Game #16
TV:  CSNNE, CSNCA, NBA-LP 755
Radio:  WEEI,  1140 AM
Power Balance Pavillion Arena 

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Probable Starters
PG(http://www.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Rondo_Rajon_bos.jpg) SG(http://basketball.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Terry_Jason_BOS.jpg) SF(http://www.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Pierce_Paul_bos.jpg) PF(http://www.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Garnett_Kevin_bos.jpg) C(http://basketball.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Collins_Jason_BOS.jpg)
Rajon Rondo/ Jason Terry/  Paul Pierce/  Kevin Garnett/  Jason Collins

Boston Reserves
Jared Sullinger
Brandon Bass
Jeff Green
Courtney Lee
Jarvis Varnado
Kris Joseph

Injuries
Avery Bradley (shoulders) out
Chris Wilcox (thumb) out
Leandro Barbosa (personal) day to day
Rajon Rondo (hip/thigh) day to day

Red Claws
Fab Melo

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Probable Starters
PG(http://basketball.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Thomas_Isaiah_sac_1112.jpg) SG(http://basketball.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Thornton_Marcus_sac.jpg) SF (http://basketball.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Salmons_John_SAC.jpg)PF(http://basketball.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Thompson_Jason_sac_1112.jpg) C (http://basketball.realgm.com/images/nba/4.2/profiles/photos/2006/Cousins_DeMarcus_sac.jpg)
Isaiah Thomas/ Marcus Thornton /John Salmons  /Jason Thompson/ DeMarcus Cousins

Reserves
Aaron Brooks
Jimmer Fredette
Francisco Garcia
Chuck Hayes
Tyler Honeycutt
James Johnson
Travis Outlaw
Thomas Robinson

Injuries
Tyreke Evans (knee) day to day

Team Connections
DeMarcus Cousins, Chuck Hayes and Rajon Rondo all attended the University of Kentucky
Marcus Thornton and Brandon Bass attended Louisiana State University
Kings Assistant Coach Bobby Jackson and Brandon Bass were teammates in New Orleans during the 2006-07 season…
Jimmer Fredette and Celtics President of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge both attended Brigham Young University.

Game Notes
The Celtics will try to end their 4 game road trip on a high note as they take on the Sacramento Kings.  They started it with a win and then lost 2 and hopefully can end with a win.   With all the buzz about the Celtics interest in DeMarcus Cousins, this could get interesting as he possibly auditions for his next team. 

The Celtics are playing in back to back games on the road, which will make this game more difficult than it should be.  And the final game of a road trip is always a tough one for the team.  The Celtics are just 5-10 on the road while the Kings are playing fairly well at home with a 9-7 home record.  The Kings are coming off a win over the Knicks on a last second 3 pointer by James Johnson. 

The Celtics faced the Kings just once last season and lost 120-95 at Power Balance Arena.  The Celtics are 4-6 in their last 10 games while the Kings are a slightly worse 3-7 in their last 10.  Rondo sat out Saturday night's loss to the Warriors and may or may not play in this one.  . 

Key Matchups
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Rajon Rondo vs Isaiah Thomas 
This is one of the few games where Rondo will have a height advantage over his opponent.  He also has an experience advantage over the Kings' 2nd year point guard.  Rondo needs to be aggressive and take it at Thomas early and often. 

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Jason Collins   vs DeMarcus Cousins. 
Cousins is a tough and physical player but he's also a young player and a volatile player.  Who knows what would happen if KG gets into his head.  In spite of 3 suspensions already this season, 16.5 points and 9.5 rebounds.  Collins must keep him out of the paint.   

Keys to the Game
Defense -  Defense is a key to every game and it will be the key to winning the championship.  After playing tough defense against the Nets, their defense was on vacation vs the Clippers and they allowed way too many easy baskets and scores in the paint.  The Celtics must defend the perimeter as the Kings can be hot from the outside.  They also must defend the paint to keep them away from the basket.

Crash the boards - The Celtics need to rebound the basketball.  It takes effort and desire to out rebound the opposing team and when they show the effort and desire on the boards, it usually transfers to the rest of their game as well.  The Celtics must rebound to prevent easy fast break points and tip ins.

Start Strong and Play 48 Minutes
- The Celtics need to get off to a good start.  The Kings are 9-2 when leading at the half and just 1-17 when trailing at the half.  The Celtics need to get off to a good start and then not let up.  They have to stay focused for 48 minutes. 

X-Factors
Back to Back and Rondo
The Celtics may be getting road weary and they are playing in back to back games, but this is a game they can and should win if they give their full effort and focus on playing as a team.  If Rondo doesn't play again, this game becomes much harder to win. 

Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: lightspeed5 on December 30, 2012, 01:06:13 AM
what are the chances danny ainge is in the stands?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 01:20:07 AM
this road trip is Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

humiliating 

Please let it end.... :-X

Soon



Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: hpantazo on December 30, 2012, 01:21:52 AM
It sounds like Tyreke Evans is playing tomorrow night.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 02:04:41 AM
The Kings are dysfunctional as heck ... this has gotta be a win, right?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: csfansince60s on December 30, 2012, 02:07:25 AM
this road trip is Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

humiliating 

Please let it end.... :-X

Soon

Lose by 5, lose by 25, not much different.

Losing those games to the Pistons early in the season, 3 to the Bucks, OT in Philly and the first two to Brooklyn....those games killed me.....these...not so much.

We will be 2-2 after Kings game on this road-trip that started in Brooklyn. Would've preferred 3-1 or 4-0, but will take 2-2.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 02:10:51 AM
I like Jason Collins starting against DeMarcus Cousins. Cousins is an explosive offensive threat who is capable of going off on any team at any moment. Collins is a good defensive option against Cousins with his size, physical toughness and mobility.

I want to keep one of Collins or Garnett on the floor at all times against Cousins. None of the backup PFs are capable of defending Cousins effectively. It needs to be Collins are Garnett. Doc will be able to play his two PF lineups when Cousins rests since Sacramento has no other center on their roster either.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 02:26:12 AM
this road trip is Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

humiliating 

Please let it end.... :-X

Soon

Lose by 5, lose by 25, not much different.

Losing those games to the Pistons early in the season, 3 to the Bucks, OT in Philly and the first two to Brooklyn....those games killed me.....these...not so much.

We will be 2-2 after Kings game on this road-trip that started in Brooklyn. Would've preferred 3-1 or 4-0, but will take 2-2.

I'm glade you enjoyed these games... ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 04:35:41 AM
I like Jason Collins starting against DeMarcus Cousins. Cousins is an explosive offensive threat who is capable of going off on any team at any moment. Collins is a good defensive option against Cousins with his size, physical toughness and mobility.

I want to keep one of Collins or Garnett on the floor at all times against Cousins. None of the backup PFs are capable of defending Cousins effectively. It needs to be Collins are Garnett. Doc will be able to play his two PF lineups when Cousins rests since Sacramento has no other center on their roster either.
Doc will go small ball though
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: YallahCeltics34 on December 30, 2012, 05:00:27 AM
The Kings are dysfunctional as heck ... this has gotta be a win, right?

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Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 05:51:52 AM
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Danny after we leave Sacramento
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: ACF on December 30, 2012, 06:33:27 AM

TP. Go Celtics!


Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: clover on December 30, 2012, 08:24:35 AM
The Kings are dysfunctional as heck ... this has gotta be a win, right?

The Kings beat the Knicks last night, and their bench was only outscored by the C's starters by four points: 52-48.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 08:34:15 AM
The Kings are dysfunctional as heck ... this has gotta be a win, right?

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+1
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TripleOT on December 30, 2012, 09:37:06 AM
It wouldn't surprise me if the Cs take a whupping tonight.  It also wouldn't surprise me  if they play solid ball and grab a win. 

This team is so not established 30 games into the season.  One would thing that a team with only one rookie and the rest of the roster with 5 or more years of NBA experience could gel in 30 games. 

The problem with the Cs is that there are too many laconic personalities on this roster.  How many of the non Big 3 players would you want in a foxhole with you?  (one for me in Sullinger) Now compare that to the 2008 team (5: TA, Perk, PJ, Posey, House).

Ainge might have gotten a B in Math when he built this roster, but he gets an F in Chemistry from me. 
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TripleOT on December 30, 2012, 09:56:41 AM
Fl Celts Fan, here are some more team Connections for you.

Thomas Robinson and Paul Pierce both played college ball for Kansas.

Aaron Brooks and Isaiah Thomas are from Seattle, two of the gazillion little guys who followed Jason Terry to the NBA to find success, mostly as unabashed gunners (Jamaal Crawford, NateRob, Terrence Williams), also (Avery Bradley, Brandon Roy, Rodney Stuckey, Marvin WIlliams, Tony Wroten.) JET is the godfather to these Seattle guys, who hold him in high esteem as a smaller scorer who made it in the league despite not having pure PG skills.

 

   
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on December 30, 2012, 10:06:01 AM
This is the measuring stick game. If we lose to SacTo we really are in trouble.

No disrespect to the Kings, but this is a very win-able game.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 10:12:22 AM
I expect another blow out loss.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on December 30, 2012, 10:15:04 AM
I expect another blow out loss.

Your optimism is really really way up there.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 10:20:29 AM
I expect another blow out loss.

Your optimism is really really way up there.


After the last two games...I don't have much optimism anymore. They just are not improving. They are getting worse even. Beyond discouraged
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on December 30, 2012, 10:24:42 AM
I expect another blow out loss.

Your optimism is really really way up there.


After the last two games...I don't have much optimism anymore. They just are not improving. They are getting worse even. Beyond discouraged

They got beat by the best team in the NBA right now and a team that is on the rise and is looking like a contender, who by the way also beat the best team in the NBA right now. It's not like they got beat by scrubs. I understand we need to be on par with these teams to be a contender, but we still have a decent team and with a few adjustments (either roster or plays) we could become one of the elites once again.

I didn't see them getting worse. I saw good ball movement, solid defense and rotations and good play from some young guys. I also saw their opponents hitting every shot they throw like the rim is as big as a salt basin.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: hpantazo on December 30, 2012, 10:25:56 AM
the Heat lost convincingly to the Bucks last night, should they give up too?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 10:28:56 AM
So you guys thought at this point in the season they would be under .500? No way anyone thought this. They have lost in ugly fashion the last two games. That is what is discouraging. They continue to be just bad on defense. Giving up over 100 is now routine. That is why I am discouraged
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:14:38 AM
I like Jason Collins starting against DeMarcus Cousins. Cousins is an explosive offensive threat who is capable of going off on any team at any moment. Collins is a good defensive option against Cousins with his size, physical toughness and mobility.

I want to keep one of Collins or Garnett on the floor at all times against Cousins. None of the backup PFs are capable of defending Cousins effectively. It needs to be Collins are Garnett. Doc will be able to play his two PF lineups when Cousins rests since Sacramento has no other center on their roster either.
Doc will go small ball though
That will make things that much harder. Unnecessarily.

I'll be very disappointed if Doc does that.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: crownontherocks on December 30, 2012, 12:00:01 PM
Rajon Rondo (bruised hip and thigh) is uncertain whether he'll be able to return on Sunday.

"I honestly don't know," Rondo said. "I'm trying to [play Sunday]." Doc Rivers said the injuries were minor and fortunately the Celtics don't play a weekend matinee, so we should have an update in the afternoon.
Source: Steve Bulpett on Twitter Dec 30 - 4:11 AM
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 12:04:18 PM
Rajon Rondo (bruised hip and thigh) is uncertain whether he'll be able to return on Sunday.

"I honestly don't know," Rondo said. "I'm trying to [play Sunday]." Doc Rivers said the injuries were minor and fortunately the Celtics don't play a weekend matinee, so we should have an update in the afternoon.
Source: Steve Bulpett on Twitter Dec 30 - 4:11 AM
This could be a tricky game without Rondo.

They really don't have that large of a margin for error. Need a big performance from Pierce. He has a great matchup against John Salmons. He needs to punish Salmons. If Pierce is MIA again, this could get problematic very quickly (without Rondo there to save them).
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: 33_Larry Legend_33 on December 30, 2012, 03:17:22 PM
I think we'll lose by 20...  This team has no heart, and is a bunch of misfit toys.  Look, there have been C's teams in the past that you EXPECTED to lose because they had no talent but showed heart.  This team has talent, but has no heart.  I'm not even excited about watching them play anymore.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: ManUp on December 30, 2012, 03:27:19 PM
This should be an easy win, but I'm expecting a nail biter.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on December 30, 2012, 03:42:15 PM
This should be an easy win, but I'm expecting a nail biter.

No doubt
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 04:04:47 PM
I expect another blow out loss.

Your optimism is really really way up there.


After the last two games...I don't have much optimism anymore. They just are not improving. They are getting worse even. Beyond discouraged
Sadly I agree I'll wait until AB is back and about a couple weeks after that, as im sure Danny will be as well. If we dont improve this team is getting broken up for a trade no doubt.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TripleOT on December 30, 2012, 06:45:42 PM
According to Cowbell Kingdom, Evans is out tonight with knee woes. 
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 08:35:14 PM
Any word on Rondo?

Is he set to go or will he be sitting out again?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: crownontherocks on December 30, 2012, 08:58:13 PM
Rajon Rondo - G - Celtics
Updating a previous report, Rajon Rondo (hip/thigh) will play on Sunday.
With Leandro Barbosa also back in action and Avery Bradley's return around the corner, there's not a lot of upside for Jason Terry and Courtney Lee.

Source: Steve Bulpett on Twitter Dec 30 - 7:53 PM



Leandro Barbosa - G - Celtics
Leandro Barbosa is with the team and is warming up to play against the Kings.
The Celtics might need him with Rajon Rondo (hip) questionable. Barbosa didn't start when Rondo was suspended and isn't a very attractive spot-start player since he's been inactive for 11 days.

Source: Steve Bulpett on Twitter Dec 30 - 6:58 PM
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:02:47 PM
Quote
Offensively, the Kings rank 19th in the league averaging 0.901 points per play, according to Synergy Sports data. Sacramento is actually a top 10 spot-up shooting team (1.009 ppp) and that makes them dangerous one night after Golden State scorched Boston with jumpers.
Dangerous spot up shooting team.

I imagine that is Brooks, Thornton, Fredette and probably Salmons and Thomas too.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:05:47 PM
Rajon Rondo - G - Celtics
Updating a previous report, Rajon Rondo (hip/thigh) will play on Sunday.
With Leandro Barbosa also back in action and Avery Bradley's return around the corner, there's not a lot of upside for Jason Terry and Courtney Lee.

Source: Steve Bulpett on Twitter Dec 30 - 7:53 PM

Delighted Rondo is available. I think he can do a lot of damage to the Kings. Their PG defense (A.Brooks, I.Thomas) is probably the worst in the league and their big man help defense is weak too.

Great situation for Rondo to come in and dominate the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 30, 2012, 09:10:01 PM
A "must-win" game in my opinion.  Something feels different about this game.  I expect the C's to win.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:13:01 PM
They better play with some intensity tonight after yesterday's disgraceful showing.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:14:34 PM
Nice drive by Cousins and finish over Collins.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:15:30 PM
Pierce with the long three against the shot clock. Nice to see Paul hitting early.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:16:03 PM
Nice drive by Cousins and finish over Collins.

I am glad Collins is starting again. He brings so much value. :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:17:46 PM
Terrible pass by Jason Terry. Isiah Thomas with a steal and a rebound. He is working hard.

Pierce can take that jumper off the pick and roll every time he wants against Cousins. Cousins isn't showing on the pick at all. He is standing a few feet off of Paul. I'd like to see Jason Terry look for these scoring opportunities too against Cousins in PnR.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:19:08 PM
I love Garnett's rebounding. Those long arms of his. All those smaller guys jumping for the ball but KG just snatching it out of the air before any of them even have a chance to touch the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 09:19:39 PM
Terry wit some terrible passes so far
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:20:10 PM
I.Thomas just leveled Collins off the ball there. Ran right through him on the screen.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 09:20:22 PM
gettin blown away already ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:20:47 PM
I've seen this beginning before.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:20:59 PM
Cousins does a great job playing those passing lanes in the high post.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 09:21:27 PM
looking ugly.  just don't get this complete lack of interest by this team.  the only who looks engaged is KG
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 09:21:51 PM
12 points in the paint. Collins is supposed to stop this.....? pretty sure we are wasting minutes playing this guy
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 09:21:59 PM
gettin blown away already ::)
It's making me sick to my stomach if this thing balloons to 15-20 by the 2nd quarter were through. No fight in this group so far from what I've seen.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on December 30, 2012, 09:22:04 PM
Terry wit some terrible passes so far

Just the one by my count.

That said, all of Rondo's passes so far look lazy.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: jdz101 on December 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Get Collins off the court doc. This is just horrendously bad.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:23:19 PM
We are very slow all over the court right now. With Collins at center alongside KG. Same problem we had last year with JO starting.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 09:24:39 PM
BIG BLUE!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: mr. dee on December 30, 2012, 09:25:08 PM
Different teams, same results  :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on December 30, 2012, 09:25:35 PM
Agreed with Scal, terrible spacing, and Bass cutting and bringing his defender did no one any favors.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 09:25:55 PM
Why does Green take 5 seconds to make his move in the post? Everybody knows by then and reacts to what he's doing smh
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 09:26:10 PM
that layup was inexcusable.  just pathetic effort on D
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 09:26:10 PM
Do officials even focus on on who is in the paint and for how long........
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:26:29 PM
Dumb play by Thompson. He had an easy short shot over the smaller non-athletic non-shot blocking threat of Sullinger. Just take the shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 09:26:43 PM
Rondo getting outplayed by Thomas and bricking 3pt shots

Great
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:27:13 PM
Lovely ball fake by Thomas to freeze the help defender on that driving layup
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 09:27:48 PM
my god jeff green is Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ing terrible. Fat Sully can't get off the floor to block any shots.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 09:28:30 PM
I think this team has shown effort, we're just slow,and we aren't gonna get any quicker.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:28:36 PM
I just don't get it. Green is an average (at best) post player. Why do we keep trying to feed him the ball?


Why not Sully (the post player)?


This is all coaching folks!!!!


Vinnie, another team shooting lights out!!! Just bad luck!! ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:28:51 PM
I think Sacramento should feel good about the Marcus Thornton vs Jason Terry or Courtney Lee matchups. The Jeff Green one is the real problem for Sacramento.

I'd like to see Boston go with the big wing combination of Pierce and Green with Garnett + Bass on the court alongside them to provide quality spacing for the post play of Green or Pierce.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 09:29:02 PM
Why does Green take 5 seconds to make his move in the post? Everybody knows by then and reacts to what he's doing smh
so that we could reminisce about Perk when he'd take just as long to make a move when he had the ball in the post  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 09:29:50 PM
Lovely ball fake by Thomas to freeze the help defender on that driving layup

Sully was there at the rim. But he can't jump. Stayed flat footed and watched the drive to the rim.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:31:26 PM
Oh, nice aggressive drive by Jeff Green there. Gets himself some FTs.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 09:31:49 PM
Lovely ball fake by Thomas to freeze the help defender on that driving layup

Sully was there at the rim. But he can't jump. Stayed flat footed and watched the drive to the rim.
we had 6'10" guy that could jump last year but we shipped him out for Lee.  wonder if he'd have cracked this rotation this year based on how badly they're playing
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 09:31:57 PM
Rondo is awful defensively Jesus Christ
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:32:02 PM
There you go Green. That is your game. Drive to the basket!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 09:33:12 PM
Rondo "you want to trade me to sacramento" "ill you show by playing like crap in sacramento"
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:33:19 PM
No interior defense or big man help defense from the bigs.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 09:33:29 PM
bass......
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:33:46 PM
Isiah Thoms is red-hot for Sacramento. Picking Boston apart.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 09:33:59 PM
bass......

thumpin'
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on December 30, 2012, 09:34:19 PM
Bass has been more terrible today defensively than usual.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:34:47 PM
I am liking this effort from Jeff Green. The jumper. Then the great post position. Missed and got blocked. But I like the aggressiveness from J.Green.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 09:34:51 PM
I know as a whole were bad but shouldn't the starters get a lot of the blame? Awful starts constantly
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:35:22 PM
I still think Kenyon Martin and Chris Andersen could help this team.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: The4Time2Doctor0 on December 30, 2012, 09:35:47 PM
I really can't watch pierce or terry anymore. that's saying alot with the rest of these clowns. Rondo, Lee, Green, Sullinger, and Garnett is the only line up I'm interested in seeing at this point. really down on this team
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:35:50 PM
No interior defense or big man help defense from the bigs.

The entire league knows now. Celtics have no shot blockers.

Scouting report: When KG goes to the bench after 5 minutes, attack the rim.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 09:36:11 PM
I am liking this effort from Jeff Green. The jumper. Then the great post position. Missed and got blocked. But I like the aggressiveness from J.Green.
well he's had some bad games so he's due for a good game right?!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:37:03 PM
I know as a whole were bad but shouldn't the starters get a lot of the blame? Awful starts constantly
The starting unit was very poor. I feel better having Courtney Lee and Jeff Green out there. Only issue is the Bass + Sully combo. Replace one of them with Garnett and Boston is in business.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 09:37:32 PM
This is rondos game to lose.  If he controls the offense we win.  If he disappears, we lose.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 09:37:40 PM
Rondo shoot the dang ball. Stupid pass to green with clock expiring.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:39:16 PM
I know as a whole were bad but shouldn't the starters get a lot of the blame? Awful starts constantly

When I have to play 4 against 5 (Collins), I don't like getting blamed for anything.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 09:39:35 PM
22-2 in da paint..... so much struggle
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 09:39:48 PM
22 of 24 Sacramento points are in the paint. WOW
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:40:21 PM
Second half = no Collins. Change the starting lineup. Start a different lineup.

I like having Collins to defend Cousins today but his impact on that starting lineup as a whole is too negative. They got to get more quickness and activity on the floor.

Go back to Garnett against Cousins and use Bass or Sully alongside him. Dump Terry and bring in Jeff Green or Courtney Lee to play alongside Pierce. I would go with Sully and Green.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on December 30, 2012, 09:40:29 PM
First game this season where I've seen the team going consistently to Green at the post. I like it.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:41:23 PM
Good strip by Sully on T.Robinson's spinning drive.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 09:41:58 PM
Scal is right,Sacramento is an AAU team.  We should win this.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:42:16 PM
Nice floater by Terry. Good to see him get something close to the basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:42:40 PM
Second half = no Collins. Change the starting lineup. Start a different lineup.

I like having Collins to defend Cousins today but his impact on that starting lineup as a whole is too negative. They got to get more quickness and activity on the floor.

Go back to Garnett against Cousins and use Bass or Sully alongside him. Dump Terry and bring in Jeff Green or Courtney Lee to play alongside Pierce. I would go with Sully and Green.

You know it will take Doc 15 more games to figure this out.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: jdz101 on December 30, 2012, 09:44:01 PM
I don't want to see Collins for the rest of this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on December 30, 2012, 09:44:48 PM
Don't touch this unit until half-time.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:45:02 PM
Thomas Robinson making quite a few mental errors.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 09:45:59 PM
see da difference when we attack da basket instead of settlin for jumpers? smh
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:47:00 PM
Nice cut by Robinson. Wide open under the rim. Garcia missed him.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 09:47:39 PM
Thomas Robinson making quite a few mental errors.
he's been bad so far early on dis year im pullin for him cuz he from da DMV nd he had a sad story, it just aint been happenin so far
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 09:47:59 PM
TURRIBLE!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:48:35 PM
Never figured out why the Kings would not use the Amnesty clause on Garcia or Salmons.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 09:48:42 PM
jet missed dunk
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 09:48:42 PM
sully looking good on the boards
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on December 30, 2012, 09:48:44 PM
Awesome move by Sully.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 09:48:50 PM
pretty sully
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 09:48:59 PM
Terry is soooooo bad

wow
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 09:50:41 PM
Terry is soooooo bad

wow
agreed, he's been awful this year.  part of it's on Doc to figure out how to use him best but some of it's on JET (like a missed dunk for example)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:50:46 PM
Awesome move by Sully.

I'm just begging Doc to call his number on the blocks 3 times a half.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Big Rondo on December 30, 2012, 09:50:54 PM
Sullinger really is one of the top 5 players on this team.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 09:51:27 PM
If we lose against the Kings, I don't even.....
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 09:53:36 PM
Awesome move by Sully.

I'm just begging Doc to call his number on the blocks 3 times a half.
I didn't realize he's 3-4 which isn't bad but that's why he makes BAD plays/decisions at the worse of times
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:54:47 PM
Doc, Green and Sully played well together. Nothing wrong with playing Pierce at the 2, Green at the 3, Sully at the 4, and KG at the 5.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:55:16 PM
Jason Thompson plays small. He needs to learn how to use his size and length.

The man is 6-11 250lbs for goodness sake!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BleedGreen1989 on December 30, 2012, 09:55:25 PM
Terry is soooooo bad

wow
agreed, he's been awful this year.  part of it's on Doc to figure out how to use him best but some of it's on JET (like a missed dunk for example)

He has 11 points already on 4/5 shooting! Not sure what people expect from him anymore...
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:56:44 PM
Rondo struggling to get by Fredette off the dribble.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 09:57:31 PM
Collins comes in and the Kings go on a run. :-\
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 09:57:42 PM
that was a sick steal and pass.  C;s need tp wake up, we are not a running team, we're gonna die by the 3rd Q
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 09:57:52 PM
Rondo struggling to get by Fredette off the dribble.
Now, he can't catch Fredette in the open court. Rondo struggling physically.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 30, 2012, 09:58:07 PM
Very ugly run there.  +/- must be awful for the starters.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 09:58:47 PM
Getting outplayed by the Kings.. ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Big Rondo on December 30, 2012, 09:58:49 PM
Doc, Green and Sully played well together. Nothing wrong with playing Pierce at the 2, Green at the 3, Sully at the 4, and KG at the 5.

This should be our starting lineup tbqh
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 09:59:10 PM
Rondo struggling to get by Fredette off the dribble.
Now, he can't catch Fredette in the open court. Rondo struggling physically.

dont think its that he cant catch him, just didnt see the point of making the foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 30, 2012, 09:59:38 PM
Getting outplayed by the Kings.. ::)

not all the time. sometimes the celtics protect the paint and attack the basket. that is when they do well. they need to be consistent with their defense now.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 30, 2012, 09:59:48 PM
Very ugly run there.  +/- must be awful for the starters.

Pierce is -18.   Surprisingly so is Sully.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 10:00:12 PM
This is what happens when we make a run we get lazy on defense. We need Bradley back ASAP!!! At least he will bring energy the whole game.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: jdz101 on December 30, 2012, 10:00:32 PM
Collins could have record low +- after this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:00:41 PM
Rondo struggling to get by Fredette off the dribble.
Now, he can't catch Fredette in the open court. Rondo struggling physically.

dont think its that he cant catch him, just didnt see the point of making the foul.
I thought Rondo when healthy would have had enough time and space to get passed him and make a play on the ball on that first fastbreak layup by Jimmer. To make an attempt without giving up the foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 10:00:46 PM
Rondo is playing lazy again ::). He should be killing Fredette not the other way around

edit: I take this back. Rondo is clearly hurt limping.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:01:17 PM
Pierce, get on the block. Somebody has to post up.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 10:02:31 PM
ATTACK!!! ATTACK!!! ATTACK!!! C'MON RONDO!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 30, 2012, 10:03:13 PM
Very ugly run there.  +/- must be awful for the starters.

Pierce is -18.   Surprisingly so is Sully.

My mistake, above is wrong. The NBA.com +/- is all wacky -- has Collins as a +32. 
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:03:19 PM
Very ugly run there.  +/- must be awful for the starters.

Pierce is -18.   Surprisingly so is Sully.

That is why I don't trust +/ -.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 30, 2012, 10:03:27 PM
collins and bass should not be in the game at the same time. it means the celtics have ZERO low post offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 10:04:49 PM
I thought I would never say this but Green and Terry need to be in the game right now. They have been the only players who have been playing well.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:04:55 PM
Is Sully in foul trouble?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 10:05:25 PM
lol KG "ball don't lie"
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:06:13 PM
Please bring up Melo for Collins. It could not be any worse.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:07:25 PM
Green needs to gain some soft touch.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:09:41 PM
If Green could learn to spin baseline...
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 10:10:00 PM
Tell me why Collins gets minutes? HE HAS BEEN AWFUL!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 10:10:14 PM
dis is how Jeff Green needs to play all da time smh
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 10:12:02 PM
Celtic handing out free passes to the rim.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 10:12:24 PM
LOL DMC prematurely celebrating. classic.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Kiorrik on December 30, 2012, 10:13:04 PM
If Green could learn to spin baseline...
Or Bass for that matter.

Sully did once. Awesome. Worked well!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 10:13:41 PM
Please bring up Melo for Collins. It could not be any worse.

According to the Celtics Collins is better than Melo.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 10:13:58 PM
Is Paul Pierce injured? I understand Rondo is banged up, but PP has been playing awful lately.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:15:34 PM
Please bring up Melo for Collins. It could not be any worse.

According to the Celtics Collins is better than Melo.

According to the Chief, the Celtics are wrong.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 30, 2012, 10:16:07 PM
Please bring up Melo for Collins. It could not be any worse.

do not tell me darko was worse than him. thanks again doc!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: jdz101 on December 30, 2012, 10:17:24 PM
We just conceded 54 in a half to the sacramento kings... BAHAHAHAHAHA

I've just gotta laugh. It's all I can do right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:17:33 PM
If Green could learn to spin baseline...
Or Bass for that matter.

Sully did once. Awesome. Worked well!

Seeing Clifford Ray behind the Kings bench makes me sad.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 10:17:52 PM
Please bring up Melo for Collins. It could not be any worse.

According to the Celtics Collins is better than Melo.

According to the Chief, the Celtics are wrong.

Touche.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 30, 2012, 10:18:11 PM
oh and again our defense has more holes in it than swiss cheese.

sully and green looked good down low. and a certain poster told me the other day they cannot play down low. baloney.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: JoT on December 30, 2012, 10:18:37 PM
I seriously hope they come out and turn this around in the third because if they can't beat the Kings then I don't know what else to say.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 30, 2012, 10:19:41 PM
I seriously hope they come out and turn this around in the third because if they can't beat the Kings then I don't know what else to say.

doc needs to tell everyone to attack all game long and shore up the defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Change on December 30, 2012, 10:19:48 PM
Please bring up Melo for Collins. It could not be any worse.

do not tell me darko was worse than him. thanks again doc!

Doc Rivers the gift that keeps on giving.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 10:23:16 PM
Terry is soooooo bad

wow
agreed, he's been awful this year.  part of it's on Doc to figure out how to use him best but some of it's on JET (like a missed dunk for example)

He has 11 points already on 4/5 shooting! Not sure what people expect from him anymore...
those points came LOOOOONNNGGG after my comment.  he's playing better
undoubtedly he saw my comments and decided to get his act together  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 10:24:56 PM
We need a big trade. A waiver wive pickup isn't going to fix anything if this team hopes to contend for a title.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:25:30 PM
I like that Doc never went small. Green is so much better at the 3.

I don't like that staying big means Collins gets 10+ minutes a half.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 10:27:26 PM
dis is how Jeff Green needs to play all da time smh

He wont! ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:29:12 PM
Collins starting the 2nd half. >:(


Doc's philosophy: If it is broke, don't fix it.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:32:33 PM
Why play Collins alongside Garnett if Collins isn't going to defend Cousins?

Collins seems wasted on Thompson.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:34:40 PM
Isiah Thomas hasn't scored since those early 10 points he had midway through the first quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 10:36:36 PM
waive collins. Dont just not let him play waive him
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:37:13 PM
Pierce, get on the block. Somebody has to post up.

At least someone is listening. Making good descision too. Not his fault Collins can't finish.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:38:15 PM
waive collins. Dont just not let him play waive him

TP!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: tgreanier on December 30, 2012, 10:39:50 PM
This performance is not what I was looking for. Way too sloppy and a lousy team being allowed to score almost at will.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:40:03 PM
These Avery Bradley promos are like something the WWE does.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:41:21 PM
8 guys standing around as Marcus Thornton and his defender run around a maze of screens. Good job knocking down that three pointer.

Pity about the injury. Looks serious.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: scaryjerry on December 30, 2012, 10:44:07 PM
These Avery Bradley promos are like something the WWE does.


right? even they're adding to the hype machine...what is he our best player or something? jeez. lots of pressure on this kid
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 10:44:13 PM
sad thing is we're still behind the kings and they didn't have Tyreke tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticslove on December 30, 2012, 10:44:36 PM
Boy those referees must have missed stiemsma in green the way they're whistling sully.
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Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 10:44:41 PM
wow, how sloppy can they be?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:44:59 PM
I really like them going to Sully in the post. Keep it up Celtics!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:46:27 PM
Lovely move by Pierce to blow by James Johnson. Lousy finish.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 10:46:43 PM
****.  They are down a man, we're at full strength :D
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:47:11 PM
At least we are getting the ball in the post. Pierce missed a bunny but will hit the next 5 or 6. :)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 10:47:59 PM
Why is Garnett sitting again?  It's really hard for a team to get a rhythm and run going if one of its most important players plays such short stints.  Another thing, the opponent can relax about the Celtics going on an extended run because with Garnett and his defense off the floor, it's not going to happen.  Basketball isn't played in 5 minute spurts.  Nobody in history has done this!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: mr. dee on December 30, 2012, 10:48:18 PM
Somebody tell pierce that he is 35!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: scaryjerry on December 30, 2012, 10:48:44 PM
****.  They are down a man, we're at full strength :D

missed the Avery promo? haha.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: tgreanier on December 30, 2012, 10:48:59 PM
This is ridiculous. The Celtics are, apparently, at best an average team. How on earth are they losing to the Kings?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:49:16 PM
Green is awful in the post. 1 move and never looks for the cutter.

Sully, now he knows what to do!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 10:49:34 PM
4 minutes till bedtime >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 10:49:45 PM
Now Garnett checks in after the Celtics get further behind?  This team almost never plays ahead.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: scaryjerry on December 30, 2012, 10:50:16 PM
This is ridiculous. The Celtics are, apparently, at best an average team. How on earth are they losing to the Kings?

why exactly are you surprised with what we've seen lately? weird
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 10:50:52 PM
Sully is looking pretty decent in the post.  at least he shows he's got a clue.  would be great if Doc could figure out an inside-outside game using his skills
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 10:51:35 PM
sully single handedly bringing the past game back into the nba
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:52:05 PM
I know you were trying to be a good teammate, but why throw it to Lee in the corner?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 10:52:20 PM
****.  They are down a man, we're at full strength :D

missed the Avery promo? haha.

oh yes becasue he'll make a world of difference ::)  This isnt Derrick Rose we're talkin about.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 10:52:20 PM
It's not just that Garnett is still really good, it's that there is no one else behind him.  The rest of the frontcourt are all overall negative players, whether it's due to offense, defense or both.  The Celtics can weather Pierce or Rondo sitting down because their replacements can make up some of the production but Garnett is truly irreplaceable. 
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 10:52:42 PM
isiah had no idea what just hit him
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: tgreanier on December 30, 2012, 10:53:17 PM
This is ridiculous. The Celtics are, apparently, at best an average team. How on earth are they losing to the Kings?

why exactly are you surprised with what we've seen lately? weird

My surprise is because I did expect them to dominate tonight though, end the road trip on a good note. This performance is terrible.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:53:38 PM
Way too much one-on-one basketball going on for the Celtics.

Offense very stagnant.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 10:53:49 PM
well if you're going to foul, might as well make it an obvious one
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:54:15 PM
Sully is my hero!!!


Having said that, Doc asks Collins if he is ready to comeback in. :P
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:54:18 PM
77-67 Kings ... it doesn't feel like they're down 10 points.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: scaryjerry on December 30, 2012, 10:54:39 PM
Sully is my hero!!!


Having said that, Doc asks Collins if he is ready to comeback in. :P
****.  They are down a man, we're at full strength :D

missed the Avery promo? haha.

oh yes becasue he'll make a world of difference ::)  This isnt Derrick Rose we're talkin about.

I was kidding but um yeah even the Celtics themselves are expecting him to make a huge difference dk if you've been living under a rock
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticslove on December 30, 2012, 10:54:45 PM
Why is Garnett sitting again?  It's really hard for a team to get a rhythm and run going if one of its most important players plays such short stints.  Another thing, the opponent can relax about the Celtics going on an extended run because with Garnett and his defense off the floor, it's not going to happen.  Basketball isn't played in 5 minute spurts.  Nobody in history has done this!
Doc is saving garnett for next years preseason games
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Smutzy#9 on December 30, 2012, 10:55:09 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9-N5KOFXhY

Sully needs this
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 10:55:17 PM
"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. - Einstein"

STOP STARTING COLLINS. Do something different Quack Rivers. Your rotations clearly aren't working. We're getting outhustled, outplayed, outeverythinged by the Kings. Start Sullinger, or hell, even play Varnado. Might as well try different things anyways, because as currently constructed, this team is done.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:55:55 PM
Great job by Sully establishing inside position and sealing his man for that easy hoop.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 10:56:28 PM
Sullinger's defense is horrible.  I really want to like him but his overall impact is negative.  He's one of the worst defensive players in the game.  And thing is, there's really not much he can do.  He's busting his butt but he's too slow and can't jump so whether it's post players or penetrators, they score on him easily.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: scaryjerry on December 30, 2012, 10:56:53 PM
This is ridiculous. The Celtics are, apparently, at best an average team. How on earth are they losing to the Kings?

why exactly are you surprised with what we've seen lately? weird

My surprise is because I did expect them to dominate tonight though, end the road trip on a good note. This performance is terrible.
true true.like your confidence but I'm not sure why this is a surprise at this point, they're playing poorly right now and it isn't really a fluke
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 10:57:09 PM
my head hurts from facepalming so much tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:57:35 PM
Sully taking advantage of Thompson's bad defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 10:58:27 PM
refuse to believe wat im watchin is real life, like dis has to be a nightmare or sumthin i really spent my money on league pass watchin dis filth
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 10:58:27 PM
Sullinger's defense is horrible.  I really want to like him but his overall impact is negative.  He's one of the worst defensive players in the game.  And thing is, there's really not much he can do.  He's busting his butt but he's too slow and can't jump so whether it's post players or penetrators, they score on him easily.

He is an average defender. But looks a lot worse in this blitzing scheme.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 10:58:34 PM
Sully is my hero!!!


Having said that, Doc asks Collins if he is ready to comeback in. :P
****.  They are down a man, we're at full strength :D

missed the Avery promo? haha.

oh yes becasue he'll make a world of difference ::)  This isnt Derrick Rose we're talkin about.

I was kidding but um yeah even the Celtics themselves are expecting him to make a huge difference dk if you've been living under a rock

I know, and I knew you were kidding ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: tgreanier on December 30, 2012, 10:58:48 PM
This is ridiculous. The Celtics are, apparently, at best an average team. How on earth are they losing to the Kings?

why exactly are you surprised with what we've seen lately? weird

My surprise is because I did expect them to dominate tonight though, end the road trip on a good note. This performance is terrible.
true true.like your confidence but I'm not sure why this is a surprise at this point, they're playing poorly right now and it isn't really a fluke

I still cannot believe this game ends in a Celtics loss.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: scaryjerry on December 30, 2012, 10:59:03 PM
Sullinger's defense is horrible.  I really want to like him but his overall impact is negative.  He's one of the worst defensive players in the game.  And thing is, there's really not much he can do.  He's busting his butt but he's too slow and can't jump so whether it's post players or penetrators, they score on him easily.

he's one of the only positives? sorry
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 10:59:22 PM
Lee is just awful tonight.  if he through a brick at the ground he'd miss.   ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 30, 2012, 10:59:26 PM
we have 3 straight losses looking right at us . :(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 10:59:33 PM
I am almost too stunned to comment tonight. Sully and Garnett the only reasons left to watch this team. No Evans and no Thornton and the Celts are putting Thomas in the hall of fame. What a joke this team is right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 10:59:36 PM
Sacramento should feel very happy to be up 11 points after three.

It doesn't feel like they have that much of a grip on this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TheBig5 on December 30, 2012, 11:00:08 PM
We NEED a quality BIG or we are doomed. Rondo, AB, PP, KG, (Mystery Big) would most likely fix our Defensive woes. Terry going back to his 6th man position would also help a ton. Keep Sully unless we are getting amazing talent back. Everyone else can go as far as I'm concerned.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 11:00:27 PM
I got to stop watching these games it frustrates me watching them play.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:00:34 PM
I would like to see less of Rondo in the fourth quarter. He is just too banged up.

Let Terry and Lee handle the backcourt duties for the majority of the 4th.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:00:43 PM
Sullinger's defense is horrible.  I really want to like him but his overall impact is negative.  He's one of the worst defensive players in the game.  And thing is, there's really not much he can do.  He's busting his butt but he's too slow and can't jump so whether it's post players or penetrators, they score on him easily.

He is an average defender. But looks a lot worse in this blitzing scheme.

Average defender how and where?  He's not a good post defender, he's horrible trying to stay with smalls off picks and for every solid rotation in which he takes a charge or a near charge, he misses one.  He has very poor defensive tools.  You take Glen Davis and strip him of his lateral quickness and you have Sullinger.  It's not pretty.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 30, 2012, 11:00:48 PM
Sacramento should feel very happy to be up 11 points after three.

It doesn't feel like they have that much of a grip on this game.

we have a grip on nothing.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BleedGreen1989 on December 30, 2012, 11:01:15 PM
Go celtics! Lol Thank god I've been on vacation in Disney World the last week or I may have spiraled into a depression
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 11:01:45 PM
**** this team is such a joke right now...this is too unbearable too watch. Going to stop watching right now -- good night folks.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:02:17 PM
Sacramento should feel very happy to be up 11 points after three.

It doesn't feel like they have that much of a grip on this game.

we have a grip on nothing.

Oh yeah, we're nowhere either.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:02:29 PM





                               (http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af13/74Z28PILOT/turrible.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 30, 2012, 11:02:49 PM
one positive is it sure is nice when a big goes to the rack without the ball and somebody lobs it in to them for a easy layup.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:03:15 PM
Playing like a bunch of individuals instead of as a team.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 30, 2012, 11:03:33 PM
the celtics just refuse to close off the paint from dribblers. that has killed them time and time again tonight. it isnt a case of lacking athleticism. they simply arent paying attention to good, basic defense.

thomas and others attack the basket and no one stops them from penetrating.

on the other hand, rondo has been basically shut out from making lay ups, in part because the kings stop the drive to the basket.

it kills me to watch the same mistake over and over again.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 11:03:54 PM
sloppy joes man! >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 30, 2012, 11:04:42 PM
We are going to give up 110 points to the Kings. We are a terrible defensive team.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 30, 2012, 11:04:42 PM
oh well. i am done watching this hot garbage of play and coaching. absolute nightmare. 3 straight losses looking us right in the face. we need a major overhaul......we ain't cuttin' it.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:04:46 PM
Wow, Terry couldn't even get a shot up against little 5-9 Isiah Thomas.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:05:24 PM
Can't decide   ???

 are they poor coached

are they disinterested

are they outclassed
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: scaryjerry on December 30, 2012, 11:05:35 PM
I am almost too stunned to comment tonight. Sully and Garnett the only reasons left to watch this team. No Evans and no Thornton and the Celts are putting Thomas in the hall of fame. What a joke this team is right now.

why Garnett? to watch him walk to the bench after playing 5minutes? his inability to be as effective after 5 minute stretches is the biggest reason we suck. doc doesn't do it for no reason
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:05:41 PM
I like Sully's aggressiveness in the post. Has his confidence going.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on December 30, 2012, 11:06:16 PM
Lets go get a come from behind win! Honestly though, I am now seeing why people are so fed up with the team, as of this moment I really understand now.

Let's go C's. Aint over yet...
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:06:20 PM
It is simple. Currently, this team sucks. Really the only analysis needed
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 11:06:25 PM
this is called no one knows whatdaflip they're doin
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 11:07:15 PM
No excuses we will not make the playoffs and if we do we will get swept. I have nothing positive to say about this team right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: WeMadeIt17 on December 30, 2012, 11:07:21 PM
oh well. i am done watching this hot garbage of play and coaching. absolute nightmare. 3 straight losses looking us right in the face. we need a major overhaul......we ain't cuttin' it.


Awful Awful basketball. But hey according to people on this sight is hey we cut leads to 8 or 9 and thats good basketball.. Honestly the worst basketball i've seen in 5 years from our Celtics. Def. need a change. Avery isn't going to save this team. He is going to help but we badly need something else.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:08:16 PM
I am almost too stunned to comment tonight. Sully and Garnett the only reasons left to watch this team. No Evans and no Thornton and the Celts are putting Thomas in the hall of fame. What a joke this team is right now.

why Garnett? to watch him walk to the bench after playing 5minutes? his inability to be as effective after 5 minute stretches is the biggest reason we suck. doc doesn't do it for no reason

How do you know he can't be effective after 5 minutes? 

Garnett had one big knee injury.  He's been fine every since besides one very brief scare.  The idea that one of the most durable, big minute players ever in the game can't play more than 5 minutes at a time is absurd.  Duncan has played the same amount of minutes and he can go 8 or more minutes at a time.  Duncan is not in better shape than Garnett.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:08:32 PM
(1) The starting lineup with Collins isn't working
(2) The Bass + Sully combo isn't working
(3) Regularly not enough quickness on the court
(4) Rondo is really banged up today
(5) Pierce is going through a terrible stretch of games
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: WeMadeIt17 on December 30, 2012, 11:09:06 PM
Jimmer just slammed the door. Just soooo bad right now its scary so far this team is all talk this year and it sucks.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 11:09:30 PM
i dont care to hear anything else about this teams potential until we string together 10 straight wins
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: WeMadeIt17 on December 30, 2012, 11:09:49 PM
i dont care to hear anything else about this teams potential until we string together 10 straight wins

Agreed
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 11:09:57 PM
It's time for Danny Ainge to pick up the phone....
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:10:18 PM
i dont care to hear anything else about this teams potential until we string together 10 straight wins

I'd settle for TEN straight points right now
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: radiohead on December 30, 2012, 11:10:33 PM
This team is in total disarray right now. The D is atrocious, the offense is stagnant, and the players seem to be both physically and mentally exhausted. The offseason acquisitions just haven't panned out as what most of us here had envisioned. The team's lack of ceiling has made it easy for teams with long athletic bigs to dominate us. I think Danny and Doc need to take a long hard look at the current line up and move on to plan B, if there's such a thing. We need to shake things up in my opinion. Right now Isaiah Thomas is taking Rondo to school and it's not even funny.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:10:39 PM
14 point deficit with 7:30 remaining
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:10:44 PM
Oh good. Small ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:11:38 PM
Garnett had played over 9 straight minutes and was bouncy enough to get a rebound.  The idea that he is EXHAUSTED, on the point of needing an IV after five minutes is absurd.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 11:11:45 PM
We might as well just start tanking and hope for Nerlens Noel or Shabazz Muhammad next year, or trade for DMC. I really hope this team loses a couple more games in a row so they get a wake-up call. PATHETIC.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: WeMadeIt17 on December 30, 2012, 11:11:52 PM
This team is in total disarray right now. The D is atrocious, the offense is stagnant, and the players seem to be both physically and mentally exhausted. The offseason acquisitions just haven't panned out as what most of us here had envisioned. The team's lack of ceiling has made it easy for teams with long athletic bigs to dominate us. I think Danny and Doc need to take a long hard look at the current line up and move on to plan B, if there's such a thing. We need to shake things up in my opinion.


They need to make a move no doubt. No wavier wire move is going to to it.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:12:06 PM
Oh good. Small ball.
Big lineups weren't working ... might as well try something else at this point.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:12:25 PM
OOOh even better. Smaller ball. Bass at center.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 11:12:37 PM
Look another easy bucket for the Kings...
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: AB_Celtic on December 30, 2012, 11:12:50 PM
We might as well just start tanking and hope for Nerlens Noel or Shabazz Muhammad next year, or trade for DMC. I really hope this team loses a couple more games in a row so they get a wake-up call. PATHETIC.

This isn't a wake-up call?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:13:02 PM
league pass sure was a waste of money....far as the celtics go :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:13:30 PM
OOOh even better. Smaller ball. Bass at center.
Ugh ... I hate Bass at center. Even more so with Jeff Green at PF.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 11:14:11 PM
man, just figured out PIP on my new cable system.  I could have been watching my Redskins put the finishing touches on the Cowboys and at least seen something enjoyable while this C's game was on  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 30, 2012, 11:14:35 PM
Isn't it ridiculous how much we miss a guy like Greg Steimsma right now. We have no one who is willing to knock a guy to the floor for coming into the lane. Heck, right now we have no one who even bothers to get into the lane defensively to even try.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: illestmcsgt on December 30, 2012, 11:14:42 PM
If I was a Celtics fan at this game I would be booing so hard!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 11:15:13 PM
We might as well just start tanking and hope for Nerlens Noel or Shabazz Muhammad next year, or trade for DMC. I really hope this team loses a couple more games in a row so they get a wake-up call. PATHETIC.

This isn't a wake-up call?

Obviously not. Doc just continues to do the same inept things over and over. He clearly thinks that what he's been doing is working. ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:15:14 PM
This is the most embarrassing loss of the year and there have been a lot of them. Why is Rondo playing if he is too hurt to even try and guard Thomas. I can't wait for Thomas's induction ceremony into the hall of fame. Honestly, this team has not played this poorly since before the new big three -- Oh, that is right. But what about last year? blah blah blah. Please. This team is a horror show right now. One of the worst defensive teams in the NBA.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:15:33 PM
When Doc first talked about getting Garnett to his usual 31 minutes by breaking up his minutes into small stints, I was actually down with it.  Previously, Garnett would play around 8 or 9 minutes and then sit down for just as much.  He was sitting down for too much.  I thought Garnett never being out of the game for too long would be a plus.  I never thought how absurd it would be to pull Garnett after such short stints.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: albas89 on December 30, 2012, 11:15:50 PM
This team is a joke...
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: mainevent on December 30, 2012, 11:16:05 PM
The only positive of this team right now is the progress of Jared Sullinger. Period.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:16:13 PM
Bass guarding Cousins, I can't watch!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: WeMadeIt17 on December 30, 2012, 11:16:40 PM
Its crazy how bad we suck right now. Its so sad Danny please please please no more patience. This isn't the team from the past. We can't afford to wait around and turn it on. Some players need to not be on the plane back to Boston. Honestly so fed up with this Celtics team right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Tr1boy on December 30, 2012, 11:16:49 PM
No move until av plays 5 solid games for us. We still play under 500, bring up Melo for a few games , then if we still stink blow up the team. I mean outside of rondo,Bradley and perhaps kg nobody is safe. If after the trade we still stink, doc then since can also b goners.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 11:17:04 PM
I've serioulsy only stayed up this long becasue I needed a good laugh :-[
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:17:08 PM
They're nearly down 20 points. A 20 point loss. AGAIN !!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 11:17:13 PM
lol the Kings announcer just said Rondo can't stay in front of Rondo. And the funny thing is, I totally agree.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:17:49 PM
Those were a pair of beautiful passes from Cousins out of the post to set up wide open three pointers for his teammates.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:18:01 PM
Where did the Thibs defensive sheme go?  Chicago is the best team at preventing the corner three.  They're brilliant at it.  What are the player do/Doc teaching that they give up so many wide open corner three looks?  This is like pre-Thibideau era again, with the blizting and easy threes. 
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 11:18:14 PM
so i been watchin da redskins game for most of da night nd see we down by 21 to da kings.....yep dis is rock bottom
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on December 30, 2012, 11:18:39 PM
Are we really down 23 or is ESPN.com wrong?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:19:02 PM
BLOW OUT # THREE being served up...by a powerhouse....


                           (http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af13/74Z28PILOT/turrible.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 11:19:11 PM
this is an absolute horror show right now.  Something has got to give with this team.  either take one more run with a major shakeup to get another very good player or just jettison everyone not named Rondo and go into full rebuild.  these guys are signed for 3 years and 3 more years of this is not acceptable
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:19:52 PM
Are we really down 23 or is ESPN.com wrong?
The last couple of minutes have been awful.

Sacramento just running up the score now.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:20:09 PM
Does anyone on this team have any pride? Doesn't look like it. This team is a laughingstock. But wait. Avery Bradley is going to come back and they become a real contender tomorrow.  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 11:20:15 PM
this is an absolute horror show right now.  Something has got to give with this team.  either take one more run with a major shakeup to get another very good player or just jettison everyone not named Rondo and go into full rebuild.  these guys are signed for 3 years and 3 more years of this is not acceptable
Can we amnesty the Jet? Lol
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: 33_Larry Legend_33 on December 30, 2012, 11:20:34 PM
I think we'll lose by 20...  This team has no heart, and is a bunch of misfit toys.  Look, there have been C's teams in the past that you EXPECTED to lose because they had no talent but showed heart.  This team has talent, but has no heart.  I'm not even excited about watching them play anymore.

Yep...  Just as I presumed hours ago...  SMH.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 30, 2012, 11:20:41 PM
looks like its varnado time.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: apc on December 30, 2012, 11:20:52 PM
Time to rebuild.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 30, 2012, 11:21:27 PM
Is the terrible defense a coaching or player issue? Hard to imagine that the coaches have changed a philosophy that worked. Are these guys really that poor/slow at defense or are they not smart enough to figure out simple defensive rotations that high school players can figure out?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on December 30, 2012, 11:21:30 PM
Are we really down 23 or is ESPN.com wrong?
The last couple of minutes have been awful.

Sacramento just running up the score now.

 :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 30, 2012, 11:21:40 PM
So the C's have now lost the last three games by what? 30 + 20 + 20, 70 something points?

Yuck
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:22:20 PM
Cannot wait for the battle of the Titans -- The Celtics versus the Bobcats.  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 30, 2012, 11:22:26 PM
Fredette, Salmons, Thompson, and Thomas having a field day on us.  That about tells you how good our defense is.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:22:41 PM
Another 20 point loss..what a bunch of bums
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:22:50 PM
We were 10-18, at this point in the season, in 2006-2007.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:23:06 PM
A triple double for Cousins. Trade everyone. Honestly. What does it matter?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 11:23:20 PM
Where did the Thibs defensive sheme go?  Chicago is the best team at preventing the corner three.  They're brilliant at it.  What are the player do/Doc teaching that they give up so many wide open corner three looks?  This is like pre-Thibideau era again, with the blizting and easy threes.

Didnt you hear, Doc is a great coach.  Whatta we need Thibs for? :P
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: WeMadeIt17 on December 30, 2012, 11:23:26 PM
lol two centers with triple doubles agiasnt us this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: apc on December 30, 2012, 11:23:34 PM
Time to rebuild.
and we can start with a new coach.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:23:42 PM
we are the laughing stock of the league right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Tr1boy on December 30, 2012, 11:23:58 PM
this is an absolute horror show right now.  Something has got to give with this team.  either take one more run with a major shakeup to get another very good player or just jettison everyone not named Rondo and go into full rebuild.  these guys are signed for 3 years and 3 more years of this is not acceptable
Yup. Even worse having green, lee, bass for another 3-5 years.

Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 11:24:13 PM
Cannot wait for the battle of the Titans -- The Celtics versus the Bobcats.  :o
yeah, in the lottery draft room  >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:24:21 PM
Can't wait to see the total points in the paint for the powerhouse Kings.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 11:24:42 PM
Get Cousins his triple double!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:24:51 PM
Where did the Thibs defensive sheme go?  Chicago is the best team at preventing the corner three.  They're brilliant at it.  What are the player do/Doc teaching that they give up so many wide open corner three looks?  This is like pre-Thibideau era again, with the blizting and easy threes.

Didnt you hear, Doc is a great coach.  Whatta we need Thibs for? :P

yup I heard that too ....somewhere :-X
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:25:00 PM
Old...lazy...and will be lucky to make the playoffs. This team has so many issues and they are no habits. No more excuses. They stink
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 11:25:13 PM
Is the terrible defense a coaching or player issue? Hard to imagine that the coaches have changed a philosophy that worked. Are these guys really that poor/slow at defense or are they not smart enough to figure out simple defensive rotations that high school players can figure out?

Bass, Bradley,Stiemsa.  All new inserts figured it out last year
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:25:33 PM
Get Cousins his triple double!

He got it
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: 33_Larry Legend_33 on December 30, 2012, 11:25:39 PM
We were 10-18, at this point in the season, in 2006-2007.

...and we finished 24-58 - worst in the E.C.  I don't think we're that bad this year, but we'll struggle to make the 8th seed, possibly 9th. 

I'm tired of Doc - his act is getting old.  And Avery isn't going to be our savior either.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on December 30, 2012, 11:25:41 PM
Free Varnado
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: tgreanier on December 30, 2012, 11:25:49 PM
This team may go on a 6 game losing streak.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:25:54 PM
Where did the Thibs defensive sheme go?  Chicago is the best team at preventing the corner three.  They're brilliant at it.  What are the player do/Doc teaching that they give up so many wide open corner three looks?  This is like pre-Thibideau era again, with the blizting and easy threes.

Doc made a few adjustments. :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 11:26:10 PM
Free Varnado movement commencing
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:26:18 PM
Worst defense in the NBA right now. WORST.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:26:22 PM
Is the terrible defense a coaching or player issue? Hard to imagine that the coaches have changed a philosophy that worked. Are these guys really that poor/slow at defense or are they not smart enough to figure out simple defensive rotations that high school players can figure out?

I don't know if it's coaching but on several of the corner threes Sacramento hit, the Celtics bigs couldn't close down the baseline, which caused the weakside defender to have to sink down, leaving the corner three open.  None of the bigs besides Garnett can blitz the screen effectively. I don't think it's even just blitzing.  Whether it's blitzing, switching, whatever, Bass and Sullinger are really bad defenders.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 30, 2012, 11:26:30 PM
Just heard Scal basically question the heart and commitment of this team based on the lack of defense. He couldn't be more correct. Maybe we should hire him to be the defensive coach?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on December 30, 2012, 11:26:31 PM
Just checked the score on ESPN.com (didn't realize it had an earlier start time) and was absolutely shocked—and appalled—to see that they're losing by 21, to the KINGS!?!

All of you saying that something has to happen are absolutely right. Three more years of THIS Jet, THIS Lee, THIS Green, THIS team ... unacceptable.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Tr1boy on December 30, 2012, 11:26:44 PM
we are the laughing stock of the league right now.

yup. Top three with bobcats, wizards failures
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:26:57 PM
This team makes me want to puke. Blown out again. Screw you Boston
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: JoT on December 30, 2012, 11:27:17 PM
I thought getting blown out by the Clippers was bad... wooo boy was I wrong because getting blown out by the Kings (yes the King) is even worse to me.
I would hate to be in that locker room after this loss and hate to be on that plane going home after this horrible trip.
I just have to laugh because this is a mess.


Also the players need to stop talking the talk if you're not gonna do what you say you are gonna do. I get sick and tired of hearing them say something and don't show it on the court.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 11:27:22 PM
cant remember da last time we got blown out 3 games in a row like dis pure unadulterated filth i'd rather get suplexed into a dumpster then watch us play rite now D-League players put up a betta effort then dis got random dudes like Isiah Thomas barbequing us for 27 points on 70% shootin dis is garbage man
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:27:24 PM
Is the terrible defense a coaching or player issue? Hard to imagine that the coaches have changed a philosophy that worked. Are these guys really that poor/slow at defense or are they not smart enough to figure out simple defensive rotations that high school players can figure out?

Bass, Bradley,Stiemsa.  All new inserts figured it out last year

Good thing we let that 7 foot shot blocking rebounder walk.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:27:38 PM
well. this fully exposed us as suck rump NBA team.....

no question......


NOW when you see how bad our sucky team beat the NETS...NO WONDER Avery Johnson got fired.

There is NO excuse for losing to the Celtics  :-[
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: apc on December 30, 2012, 11:28:18 PM
I can hear Doc in the postgame: "its a hit or miss league and we missed"
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on December 30, 2012, 11:28:21 PM
YIKES!!, LOL....if it weren't for my WASHINGTON REDSKINS ;D ;D, I'd be crying anbout now...

C'mon, BOS :(...
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:28:31 PM
Can't wait to hear more worthless drivel out of the mouths of doc and his team. Disgusting. Burn it down and start over.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:28:32 PM
I believe that is 7 losses out of the last 9.  But, look what happened last year.  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:28:51 PM
Worst defense in the NBA right now. WORST.

and rebounding
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: j804 on December 30, 2012, 11:28:58 PM
Boston Celtics team weakness scouting:

Live in the PAINT
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: albas89 on December 30, 2012, 11:29:03 PM
No Bradley and no trade can make this team a contender. And since they only reason we reloaded this year was to contend for a championship, I say blow it up. I've never been more serious, this team is done, let's face it.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:29:20 PM
We were 10-18, at this point in the season, in 2006-2007.

...and we finished 24-58 - worst in the E.C.  I don't think we're that bad this year, but we'll struggle to make the 8th seed, possibly 9th. 

I'm tired of Doc - his act is getting old.  And Avery isn't going to be our savior either.

There was a lot of tanking and lots of games missed by Pierce that year.  18 of the 19 straight losses during that year were the least competitive basketball I've ever seen played.  Even Charlotte during their long losing streak this year has been in some close, competitive games. 
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: vinnie on December 30, 2012, 11:29:43 PM
Unreal how unlucky this team is. Another loss because a team just got lucky and was on fire. It has nothing to do with our defense. And hey, Jeff Green had 16 points from 17 shots -- Great production. Great. Good going everyone tonight. This team is going all the way.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: slamtheking on December 30, 2012, 11:30:07 PM
YIKES!!, LOL....if it weren't for my WASHINGTON REDSKINS ;D ;D, I'd be crying anbout now...

C'mon, BOS :(...
you and me both GF.  Thankfully we have the Skins to fall back on for a feel-good story this year
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: jpd985 on December 30, 2012, 11:30:23 PM
well. this fully exposed us as suck rump NBA team.....

no question......


NOW when you see how bad our sucky team beat the NETS...NO WONDER Avery Johnson got fired.

There is NO excuse for losing to the Celtics  :-[

I would rather watch the Red Claws at this point.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: 33_Larry Legend_33 on December 30, 2012, 11:30:29 PM
This Kings team is TERRIBLE - they are dysfunctional and a complete mess.  And we got owned by them tonight.  This team sickens me, and Doc Rivers has lost his touch.  Doc has been made by his ASSISTANTS - and the current group next to him on the bench is mediocre.  Doc is a legend in his own mind, a myth created by those who sat next to him.  But he can't coach...
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Q_FBE on December 30, 2012, 11:30:59 PM
Enjoy the plane ride home guys. You were atrocious on this road trip. Phoenix is more enjoyable to watch than you prima donnas.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 30, 2012, 11:31:23 PM
tonight was not a question of lack of talent on defense. it was lack of effort to close down the lanes.

sacramento was getting to the basket all night and that killed the celtics. of course, poor perimeter defense did not help the celtics either.

basically the celtics just were lazy on defense tonight. very disappointing.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 30, 2012, 11:32:14 PM
well. this fully exposed us as suck rump NBA team.....

no question......


NOW when you see how bad our sucky team beat the NETS...NO WONDER Avery Johnson got fired.

There is NO excuse for losing to the Celtics  :-[

I would rather watch the Red Claws at this point.

i have. you dont.  :(
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:32:53 PM
None of the moves ainge made worked so far. This team is a disaster...they are a .500 team at best..there is no miracle...this is what they are. They suck. They are zero signs of improving and they are imploding

Defense is nonexistent. Rebounding...worst In the nba.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 30, 2012, 11:32:57 PM
I'm not ready to throw Doc to the curb, but I am tired of hearing a different excuse every game. He is a "player's coach", so he will never do it, but isn't it about time to come right out and say that our guys are just not being professional right now. I mean their lack of effort and intensity in every facet of the game needs to be addressed. If it has been done in the locker room, it hasn't worked. Is it time to go public?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on December 30, 2012, 11:33:47 PM
YIKES!!, LOL....if it weren't for my WASHINGTON REDSKINS ;D ;D, I'd be crying anbout now...

C'mon, BOS :(...
you and me both GF.  Thankfully we have the Skins to fall back on for a feel-good story this year

Yeah, Man...those Dallas Cowgirls can shut up, now. ;D

But as for our Boston Celtics?

CHANGE is coming.

I don't know if that "change" is going to be Avery Bradley coming back...or Boston making a BIG trade.

But "change" has GOT to come.

C'mon, BOS...TWO blowout losses here lately?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:34:05 PM
don't forget the Celtics are RIGHT ON TRACK...yes sir..we are right on schedule .....wow...that makes my day....under 500 and sinking like the Titanic. we got the league right where we want em...  we are gonna sneak in and win the chamionship with this group ..  BAAAHAAAHHAAAAAHHAAAAAHHAHAHAA

Load of horse dung. ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on December 30, 2012, 11:34:35 PM
I'm one of the most optimistic posters on here, lol..but even I can see something's wrong with BOS right now..
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: csfansince60s on December 30, 2012, 11:35:17 PM
YIKES!!, LOL....if it weren't for my WASHINGTON REDSKINS ;D ;D, I'd be crying anbout now...

C'mon, BOS :(...
you and me both GF.  Thankfully we have the Skins to fall back on for a feel-good story this year

...and the Colts, too!
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 30, 2012, 11:36:16 PM
i saw on twitter Pierce had 20 it sure aint feel like it lol
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:37:00 PM
Anyone who thinks this team is flipping a switch is just kidding themselves
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on December 30, 2012, 11:37:07 PM
I believe that is 7 losses out of the last 9.  But, look what happened last year.  ::)

Come on, Vinnie, they didn't have their legs, it's a make-or-miss league, they were mentally fatigued ...  ;D

On a serious note, this team is pathetic right now. And if Doc says "make-or-miss league" one more time ...
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: CantBeRight on December 30, 2012, 11:37:26 PM
This team blows.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:39:04 PM
None of the moves ainge made worked so far. This team is a disaster...they are a .500 team at best..there is no miracle...this is what they are. They suck. They are zero signs of improving and they are imploding

Defense is nonexistent. Rebounding...worst In the nba.

It all came down to Darko. Ainge only found 1 semi talented 7 footer. I thought he looked good in the preseason. Doc foolishily did not. The guy's mom gets ill and the rest is history.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on December 30, 2012, 11:40:03 PM
Looking at the play by play, everything is either a layup or dunk for the Kings. 

For the Celtics, all jump shots.

The Kings made 11 field goals in the first quarter and 8 of them were layups or dunks.

It's unfathomable how terrible the defense is, truly sad.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: GrandTheftRondo on December 30, 2012, 11:40:11 PM
This Kings team is TERRIBLE - they are dysfunctional and a complete mess.  And we got owned by them tonight.  This team sickens me, and Doc Rivers has lost his touch.  Doc has been made by his ASSISTANTS - and the current group next to him on the bench is mediocre.  Doc is a legend in his own mind, a myth created by those who sat next to him.  But he can't coach...

TP.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:41:58 PM
wow ... might just make the lottery this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:42:06 PM
Remember Bradley will turn it all around..we just need to get to the all star break...kings just had young legs...green's vagina was hurting tonight:..it is a make miss league...

They were positive signs in another 20 point loss...kings just had hot shooters...it is a long season...don't you remember last year? The heat only have six more wins than Boston:..

Still working on chemistry...takes like 70 games
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 30, 2012, 11:43:09 PM
None of the moves ainge made worked so far. This team is a disaster...they are a .500 team at best..there is no miracle...this is what they are. They suck. They are zero signs of improving and they are imploding

Defense is nonexistent. Rebounding...worst In the nba.

It all came down to Darko. Ainge only found 1 semi talented 7 footer. I thought he looked good in the preseason. Doc foolishily did not. The guy's mom gets ill and the rest is history.

I agree to an extent. However, defense requires a team commitment from five guys. Right now we have a (very) few commitments from individual players, but nothing from the team perspective. One guy wont fix that, whether it is Darko, Bradley, Garnett, of anyone else. Doc really needs to go back to high school team rules and just say, if you don't guard, you don't play. Even if that means going away from his minutes allotment for a significant time.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 30, 2012, 11:45:29 PM
How badly do we have to tank to catch up to Washington for the #1 pick? Can any poster do some quick calculations?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: JoT on December 30, 2012, 11:46:12 PM
I'm one of the most optimistic posters on here, lol..but even I can see something's wrong with BOS right now..
I was one too and I had to throw up the white flag and give up on being optimistic.
Something is seriously wrong to the point where I don't know where it begins.
I had a feeling deep down inside that they were going to struggle especially in the beginning of the season when they were talking about the team and chemistry.It felt forced like they were trying to force team chemistry.


The only thing making me feel better tonight is the Redskins beating the Cowboys.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on December 30, 2012, 11:46:36 PM
I'm one of the most optimistic posters on here, lol..but even I can see something's wrong with BOS right now..

I heard that. But im not losing hope.

Im saying we just hit a big slump, change is coming, especially after this. We will peak in the right time, but right niw we really need ti figure things out. We need more effort. We need Danny's magic and change something.

We'll get things together.

And no celticinorlando, I understand you really are frustrated, we all are, but no real fan should "screw" his team. We are here through thick and thin, and if youre only on board when we are winning and completlely condemn the team while we are losing, you shouldnt be here.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 30, 2012, 11:46:47 PM
ANOTHER 23 YEARS of sub standard Celtics basketball ...here it comes folks

                          (http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af13/74Z28PILOT/turrible.gif)



Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 11:47:07 PM
None of the moves ainge made worked so far. This team is a disaster...they are a .500 team at best..there is no miracle...this is what they are. They suck. They are zero signs of improving and they are imploding

Defense is nonexistent. Rebounding...worst In the nba.

It all came down to Darko. Ainge only found 1 semi talented 7 footer. I thought he looked good in the preseason. Doc foolishily did not. The guy's mom gets ill and the rest is history.


Wait so darko left because if lack of playing time or his mom?  Or both.  I liked darko and thought he could really help
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 30, 2012, 11:49:07 PM
Doc is actually being semi-honest in the presser. He is talking about not playing hard and needing to find guys who are willing to do the job. Proof will be in the pudding.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TheBig5 on December 30, 2012, 11:50:47 PM
How badly do we have to tank to catch up to Washington for the #1 pick? Can any poster do some quick calculations?

Honestly if we lost every single game for the rest of the season the Wizards would still have the worse record. Just don't see them winning 10 games.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 30, 2012, 11:51:50 PM
Doc is actually being semi-honest in the presser. He is talking about not playing hard and needing to find guys who are willing to do the job. Proof will be in the pudding.

I think the players have been plauin hard.  I just think doc is makin things too complicated
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:53:23 PM
None of the moves ainge made worked so far. This team is a disaster...they are a .500 team at best..there is no miracle...this is what they are. They suck. They are zero signs of improving and they are imploding

Defense is nonexistent. Rebounding...worst In the nba.

It all came down to Darko. Ainge only found 1 semi talented 7 footer. I thought he looked good in the preseason. Doc foolishily did not. The guy's mom gets ill and the rest is history.


Wait so darko left because if lack of playing time or his mom?  Or both.  I liked darko and thought he could really help

Probably both.

http://msn.foxsports.com/nba/story/Darko-Milicic-leaves-Boston-Celtics-return-Europe-sick-mother-112012
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:53:32 PM
None of the moves ainge made worked so far. This team is a disaster...they are a .500 team at best..there is no miracle...this is what they are. They suck. They are zero signs of improving and they are imploding

Defense is nonexistent. Rebounding...worst In the nba.

It all came down to Darko. Ainge only found 1 semi talented 7 footer. I thought he looked good in the preseason. Doc foolishily did not. The guy's mom gets ill and the rest is history.

I agree to an extent. However, defense requires a team commitment from five guys. Right now we have a (very) few commitments from individual players, but nothing from the team perspective. One guy wont fix that, whether it is Darko, Bradley, Garnett, of anyone else. Doc really needs to go back to high school team rules and just say, if you don't guard, you don't play. Even if that means going away from his minutes allotment for a significant time.

I don't think it's a lack of effort.  Really.  When Garnett is out there, the defense is actually pretty good.  That tells me it's one of personnel.  When you're throwing out a defensive tandem of Sullinger and Bass, none of whom can defend the paint or pick and roll/pop, you're going to be a bad defense.

Stiesma wasn't an all-nba defender but his defense is vastly superior to whatever Bass and Sullinger bring.  He's been a big loss as weird as that sounds in retrospect.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:53:59 PM
I'm one of the most optimistic posters on here, lol..but even I can see something's wrong with BOS right now..

I heard that. But im not losing hope.

Im saying we just hit a big slump, change is coming, especially after this. We will peak in the right time, but right niw we really need ti figure things out. We need more effort. We need Danny's magic and change something.

We'll get things together.

And no celticinorlando, I understand you really are frustrated, we all are, but no real fan should "screw" his team. We are here through thick and thin, and if youre only on board when we are winning and completlely condemn the team while we are losing, you shouldnt be here.

I have a real issue when I care more about them then they do. They effort is substandard right now. I have been a loyal fan since 1980. The look like they don't care. And that is unacceptable
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Galeto on December 30, 2012, 11:55:27 PM
Doc is actually being semi-honest in the presser. He is talking about not playing hard and needing to find guys who are willing to do the job. Proof will be in the pudding.

Doc has a standard line for every struggle.  Offense struggling?  Must be hero ball and guys trying to do it by themselves even if that's not the case.  Defense struggling?  Must be effort.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Mr Green on December 30, 2012, 11:56:08 PM
How badly do we have to tank to catch up to Washington for the #1 pick? Can any poster do some quick calculations?

I don't think the lottery is going to help us, the 2013 draft has been labelled by several analysts as 'weak'.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on December 30, 2012, 11:56:43 PM
I'm one of the most optimistic posters on here, lol..but even I can see something's wrong with BOS right now..

I heard that. But im not losing hope.

Im saying we just hit a big slump, change is coming, especially after this. We will peak in the right time, but right niw we really need ti figure things out. We need more effort. We need Danny's magic and change something.

We'll get things together.

And no celticinorlando, I understand you really are frustrated, we all are, but no real fan should "screw" his team. We are here through thick and thin, and if youre only on board when we are winning and completlely condemn the team while we are losing, you shouldnt be here.

Thanks, Yoki (TP).

Perhaps our Celtics can sit down as a team and watch my Washington Redskins, lol...

Left for dead at 3-6 in November, and are now Division Champs ;D

Sit the team down and have them watch the Redskins season since November, I'm serious.

I recall Doc saying that he had the team watch Muhammad Ali tapes for inspiration back in 07-08, so why not Football? ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 30, 2012, 11:56:56 PM
Doc is actually being semi-honest in the presser. He is talking about not playing hard and needing to find guys who are willing to do the job. Proof will be in the pudding.

I think the players have been plauin hard.  I just think doc is makin things too complicated

Tell me you are kidding. These defensive rotations aren't rocket science. It is a commitment to making the rotations that seems to be the problem. I just watched some of the highlights. They need to stop getting beat off the dribble. They need to defend the pick and roll better. Lastly, when someone gets to the basket, they need to pay for it physically. That is what Perk and Stiesma did. We have precious few players right now that are willing to make those commitments.

The former high school players I used to coach could make the rotations at their level, there is no reason the pros cant learn to make them. It is effort and that is all.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 30, 2012, 11:57:51 PM
I think you have to have a shot blocker to make it work. Neither Bass nor Sully can protect the rim. The defense worked with:

Perk
JO
Shaq
Steamer
and even KG

at center. It was great when KG was paired with another rim protector. I remember times, last year, when the defense was great with KG and Steamer on the court together.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 30, 2012, 11:59:49 PM
Doc just said it is effort and guys not competing. A lot of soft guys imo
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: TerreHaute on December 31, 2012, 12:01:33 AM
I think you have to have a shot blocker to make it work. Neither Bass nor Sully can protect the rim. The defense worked with:

Perk
JO
Shaq
Steamer
and even KG

at center. It was great when KG was paired with another rim protector. I remember times, last year, when the defense was great with KG and Steamer on the court together.

This I agree with. Even as bad as JO was on offense. He was a willing participant on the defensive end. He gave no quarter and took no quarter. How can Bass be so much worse on defense this year than last? It can only be the effort he is putting out there unless he is hurt. If Bass and Sully are really that slow or unintelligent to at least get in position to give a hard foul in the lane they they shouldn't play. That goes for everybody at this point.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: celticinorlando on December 31, 2012, 12:03:30 AM
Team is old and disinterested right now. What a sham
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Celts Fan 92 on December 31, 2012, 12:04:31 AM
i aint quittin on da eam but we gotta improve, dis is hard to watch man
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Chief on December 31, 2012, 12:04:33 AM
I think you have to have a shot blocker to make it work. Neither Bass nor Sully can protect the rim. The defense worked with:

Perk
JO
Shaq
Steamer
and even KG

at center. It was great when KG was paired with another rim protector. I remember times, last year, when the defense was great with KG and Steamer on the court together.

This I agree with. Even as bad as JO was on offense. He was a willing participant on the defensive end. He gave no quarter and took no quarter. How can Bass be so much worse on defense this year than last? It can only be the effort he is putting out there unless he is hurt. If Bass and Sully are really that slow or unintelligent to at least get in position to give a hard foul in the lane they they shouldn't play. That goes for everybody at this point.

Guys usually try harder and play above their ability during a contract year.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on December 31, 2012, 12:04:59 AM
I think you have to have a shot blocker to make it work. Neither Bass nor Sully can protect the rim. The defense worked with:

Perk
JO
Shaq
Steamer
and even KG

at center. It was great when KG was paired with another rim protector. I remember times, last year, when the defense was great with KG and Steamer on the court together.

This I agree with. Even as bad as JO was on offense. He was a willing participant on the defensive end. He gave no quarter and took no quarter. How can Bass be so much worse on defense this year than last? It can only be the effort he is putting out there unless he is hurt. If Bass and Sully are really that slow or unintelligent to at least get in position to give a hard foul in the lane they they shouldn't play. That goes for everybody at this point.

Too bad it seems like year after year, Ainge seems insistent on keeping this team devoid of a competent center.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: wahz on December 31, 2012, 12:05:12 AM
My dad passed away in early September.  He was a lifelong Celtics fan, a Notre Dame football fan, and a Seattle Seahawk fan the last 30+ years. As he laid in bed unconscious, ND, who wasn't supposed to be good this year won 2 games as I was keeping him updated, though he was unresponsive. The day of his service was the Golden Tate "catch" against Green Bay. The whole family 100% expected ND to go on an unexpected run, the Seahawks to go nuts, and for the Celtics to win the title. So far so good.

I expect a Celtics title. How its going to happen, I don't know.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: lightspeed5 on December 31, 2012, 12:06:14 AM
was danny at this game?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: Who on December 31, 2012, 12:06:49 AM
I think you have to have a shot blocker to make it work. Neither Bass nor Sully can protect the rim. The defense worked with:

Perk
JO
Shaq
Steamer
and even KG

at center. It was great when KG was paired with another rim protector. I remember times, last year, when the defense was great with KG and Steamer on the court together.

This I agree with. Even as bad as JO was on offense. He was a willing participant on the defensive end. He gave no quarter and took no quarter. How can Bass be so much worse on defense this year than last? It can only be the effort he is putting out there unless he is hurt. If Bass and Sully are really that slow or unintelligent to at least get in position to give a hard foul in the lane they they shouldn't play. That goes for everybody at this point.
For the most part, I think Bass is just more exposed defensively this year than last year.

The defense hasn't been up to par elsewhere. The perimeter defense is allowing a lot more penetration than they did a year before + many of the big man combos Bass is in have been inadequate defensive combinations.

Consequently, Bass has been much more exposed defensively than he was last season. He was always a poor defender. Now he is just being placed in more negative situations so I think it is standing out more than before.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: lightspeed5 on December 31, 2012, 12:08:15 AM
14 players rebounded better than collins
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: JoT on December 31, 2012, 12:24:15 AM
Doc just said it is effort and guys not competing. A lot of soft guys imo
This is what I think the issue is to me too. That's why I miss some of the players who either left or were traded like Tony and Perk because at least they gave some toughness and effort.
This team lost its swagger and toughness and now look soft like cotton.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: LB3533 on December 31, 2012, 02:41:39 AM
I actually see players trying and putting in the effort....we just aren't that good!

Our talent and skills aren't that good.

And the way each of the pieces are in place on the court, they do not work well with each other!!!!

Doc has tried to find different lineups, but nothing seems to work well unless KG is apart of said lineup.

But KG is playing on a leash.

Maybe if we just let KG's leash go, we might be the best team in the NBA?
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: cltc5 on December 31, 2012, 06:44:08 AM
Doc is actually being semi-honest in the presser. He is talking about not playing hard and needing to find guys who are willing to do the job. Proof will be in the pudding.

I think the players have been plauin hard.  I just think doc is makin things too complicated

Tell me you are kidding. These defensive rotations aren't rocket science. It is a commitment to making the rotations that seems to be the problem. I just watched some of the highlights. They need to stop getting beat off the dribble. They need to defend the pick and roll better. Lastly, when someone gets to the basket, they need to pay for it physically. That is what Perk and Stiesma did. We have precious few players right now that are willing to make those commitments.

The former high school players I used to coach could make the rotations at their level, there is no reason the pros cant learn to make them. It is effort and that is all.

Well then the solution is either Doc adjusts or Danny adjusts.  We're 30 games in and they're not gettin it so Doc needs to change his philosophy or Danny needs to change this roster to acquire guys that are gonna do what they are supposed to do.
Title: Re: Celtics (14-15) at Kings (10-19) 12/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on December 31, 2012, 09:05:47 AM
This team seems to think wins will come easy.   Playing hard for a few minutes here and there isn't going to cut it. Lack of Intensity.

IF the players are not willing to fight and scrape for the ball every play for 4 quarters , then we need some NEW players.

The Celtics have TOO many role players , TWO aged stars, and low intensity ( to play defense).

These problems = the results we have been seeing