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Title: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: FLCeltsFan on October 29, 2013, 10:15:03 PM
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Boston Celtics (0-0) at Toronto Raptors (0-0)
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Regular Season Game #1, Road Game #1
TV: CSNNE, WBZ, CJCL, TSN2, NBA-LP[ 752(DTV), 511 & 751(Xfinity)]
Radio:  WZLX (100.7 FM)
Air Canada Centre
Toronto, Ontario
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Possible Starters ???
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PG: Avery Bradley
SG: Courtney Lee
SF: Jeff Green
PF: Gerald Wallace
C:  Brandon Bass

Celtics Reserves

MarShon Brooks
Jordan Crawford
Vitor Faverani
Kris Humphries
Kelly Olynyk
Phil Pressey
Gerald Wallace

Injuries

Rajon Rondo (ACL)out
Jared Sullinger (suspension) out

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Probable Starters

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PG:  Kyle Lowry
SG:  DeMar DeRozan
SF:  Rudy Gay
PF:  Amir Johnson
C:   Jonas Valanciunas

Raptors Reserves

Quincy Acy
DJ Augustin
Dwight Buycks
Austin Daye
Landry Fields
Aaron Gray
Tyler Hansbrough
Steve Novak
Terrence Ross
Julyan Stone

Game Notes
The Celtics open their season on the road as they take on their divisional foe, the Toronto Raptors.  These two teams have already faced each other twice in the preseason.  The Celtics lost the first game of the preseason to the Reptors 97-89 and they lost their second meeting by just 2 points, 99-97. 

The Raptors return their starting lineup from the end of last season as well as their coach.  The Celtics, on the other hand have a majority of new players and a new coaching staff along with a new system to get used to.  So, it's no surprise that the Raptors had the advantage in the preseason.  Now, the games are for real and the Celtics know a little more what to expect from the Raptors. 

As far as the starting lineups, Brad Stevens wasn't tipping his hand and as late as the last practice, he couldn't say who would be starting.  The lineup listed above is in the Game Notes.  I would rather start Bradley, Wallace, Green, Bass and Faverani.  With Valanciunas starting at center for the Raptors, the Celtics need to counter with size and strength inside, and that is what Faverani brings. 

Players to Watch

Celtics
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Gerald Wallace was the best player in the preseason for the Celtics.  He held his teammates accountable and brought energy to the lineups.  Look for him to continue to do both in the regular season.

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Vitor Faverani earned more playing time with his performance in the preseason.  His defense inside and his ability to get to the hoop will be key in this game.

Honorable Mention

Kelly Olynyk
Kelly is playing before his home crowd, having grown up in Toronto. 
 

Raptors

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DeMar DeRozan is capable of putting up points in a hurry and the Celtics need to find a way to contain him.

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Jonas Valanciunas is poised to have a break out season. If the Celtics go small, he could have a big night. 

Keys to the Game
Effort- The Celtics must win by being the team that plays harder.  They can't afford to take a night off. 

Rebound - The Celtics must crash the boards to prevent the Raptors from getting extra chances and to give themselves extra possessions. 

Go Inside
- The Celtics can't depend on their jumpers alone.  They have to take the ball to the hoop and win the war in the paint.

Defense - The Raptors are a good shooting team and so the Celtics must play team defense to keep them from having a high scoring game.

Teamwork - Even though the Celtics are mostly new to each other, they have to develop teamwork and play together, covering for each other on defense and making the extra pass on offense. 

Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 29, 2013, 10:31:28 PM
I liked our chances before the Sully suspension....now not so much
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: hwangjini_1 on October 29, 2013, 10:41:06 PM
Finally the season beings, and we have our game thread. Thanks FLC. This the first of many threads by you I am sure.

I looked at the starting five for the celtics....gosh they look bad.

But in any case it is a new season, goooooo celtics!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Mazingerz on October 29, 2013, 11:10:49 PM
Go Celtics!

But I'd rather have the lineups to be:

PG: Pressey/Bradley/Crawfish
SG: Bradley/Lee/Green/Brooks
SF: Wallace/Green/KO
PF: KO/Green/Wallace
C: Faverani/Humphries/Bass

Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: LatterDayCelticsfan on October 30, 2013, 03:41:03 AM
The days of waking up to the box score of last night's game are back. My bold prediction is double doubles for Olynyk, Wallace and Faverani as Stevens pulls a suprisingly tight and efficient 8 man rotation out of nowhere. We get beat anyway.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Q_FBE on October 30, 2013, 10:39:29 AM
You have Brando Bass at Center??

Gerald Wallace at PF??

I will watch the 1st quarter and a half and then turn on something else at 5:00 pm local time. Too busy to chat and too busy to comment on the action in here.

Given the matchups I see, Toronto clearly has the upper hand here and it could be ugly for Celtics fans who choose to watch this instead of the World Series. In a Boston Sports Bar with 50 TVs - 47 of them will show the Red Sox and the other 3 will have the Bruins at Pittsburgh. That does not leave much room for the poor lone Celtic fan who must watch the proceedings from an Ipad in a remote corner of the bar. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 10:49:42 AM
I think Faverani has to and will start against Jonas Valanciunas.

I don't like that Bass vs Amir Johnson matchup. I worry about Amir's strong rebounding. I think Kris Humphries would be a better option.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: 2short on October 30, 2013, 11:05:02 AM
guess its time to see stevens earn his paycheck
starters, rotations??
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Jeff on October 30, 2013, 11:08:03 AM
YAY Gamethread!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Snakehead on October 30, 2013, 11:14:15 AM
 ‏@ESPNForsberg 1m

The Celtics starting 5 is .... still a secret. Stevens said he'll tell us pregame tonight, but won't reveal before shootaround.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: manl_lui on October 30, 2013, 11:19:37 AM
WHAT TIME IS IT!!!!!! LET'S GO CELTICS!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 11:29:22 AM
I think Faverani has to and will start against Jonas Valanciunas.

I don't like that Bass vs Amir Johnson matchup. I worry about Amir's strong rebounding. I think Kris Humphries would be a better option.

Luckily Johnson loves fouling like Glen Davis loves carbs.


BOLD PREDICTIONS

El Hombre Indestructible finishes with 10 points, going 1-1 from 3, and 6 boards in 28 minutes.

Gerald Wallace leads the Celtics in assists with 4.

Courtney Lee goes 1-3 from downtown and finishes with 3 steals.

Avery Bradley and Rudy Gay only score on long 2's and dunks/rim finishes, combining to shoot 0-7 from downtown.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: beklog on October 30, 2013, 11:30:45 AM
Brad Stevens era begins tonight..
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: slamtheking on October 30, 2013, 12:36:23 PM
TP FL for the first game of the year that means something.

I think Gerald Wallace is going to have the best night of anyone on the team.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: OhioGreen on October 30, 2013, 12:42:36 PM
I liked our chances before the Sully suspension....now not so much

DA must have thought we were jelling too much going into our first game. Not wanting to take a chance on getting off to a bad start, with a win, he suspended Sully!!! ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Tr1boy on October 30, 2013, 12:49:00 PM
Need big games from fav, olynyk, pressey.

Ab, green will be neutralized by derozan, gay, ross. It could be a handful
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Evantime34 on October 30, 2013, 12:55:18 PM
Really hoping Green puts the pre season behind him and plays like he showed at the end of last year.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Jon Niednagel on October 30, 2013, 01:24:36 PM
I think Faverani has to and will start against Jonas Valanciunas.

I don't like that Bass vs Amir Johnson matchup. I worry about Amir's strong rebounding. I think Kris Humphries would be a better option.

Luckily Johnson loves fouling like Glen Davis loves carbs.


BOLD PREDICTIONS

El Hombre Indestructible finishes with 10 points, going 1-1 from 3, and 6 boards in 28 minutes.

Gerald Wallace leads the Celtics in assists with 4.

Courtney Lee goes 1-3 from downtown and finishes with 3 steals.

Avery Bradley and Rudy Gay only score on long 2's and dunks/rim finishes, combining to shoot 0-7 from downtown.

I like going out on limbs too. Stevens goes big to start the game with Fav, Kelly O'Clinic, Crash, Uncle Jeff, and the Honey Badger.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: jarufu on October 30, 2013, 02:38:42 PM
TP FL.

Thank you for this and, in advance, for the next 81.

Tough season ahead. C'mon Celtics and Celtics fans alike!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Celtics18 on October 30, 2013, 03:20:16 PM
I'm going with:

Bradley, Green, Wallace, Bass, Faverani

as the starting lineup.

I'm so excited that real Celtics basketball is finally going to be underway.


Let's go Celtics!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 04:18:17 PM
Also I'll be perfectly happy to give up the 2 point disadvantage if we get to see a capital-E Epic Terrence Ross dunk.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Kiorrik on October 30, 2013, 04:38:41 PM
Not really knowing much about the team, I'll just hope for a W, and perhaps some watchable basketball with a surprise or two. Just hoping though, all I can do at the moment :)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: More Banners on October 30, 2013, 04:43:42 PM
A least we can pay attention to rotations as though they mean something, and aren't just wild camp experiments. 

Experiments, perhaps, but not wild camp ones.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 05:18:16 PM
I'm going with:

Bradley, Green, Wallace, Bass, Faverani

as the starting lineup.

I think going big on the wings against this Raptors team with DeRozan and R.Gay would be a good strategy. DeRozan is one of the bigger SGs in the league and has a very good post game nowadays. Sticking a bigger wing on him could cause him some issues.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: FLCeltsFan on October 30, 2013, 05:41:08 PM
Starting Lineup for tonight...



Bradley, Green, Wallace, Bass and Faverani as starting five

Yea!! It’s the one I like the best.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: furball on October 30, 2013, 05:46:16 PM
Why couldn't Bradley been the guy who got suspended?  Watching him play (and I use the term loosely) takes years off my life.  Especially with Pressey sitting on the bench. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: RAcker on October 30, 2013, 05:54:24 PM
Vitor!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 05:58:22 PM
El.Hombre.    ". Indestructible "


Prediction....... Bass goes off for 16 points
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: ImShakHeIsShaq on October 30, 2013, 06:05:49 PM
Starting Lineup for tonight...



Bradley, Green, Wallace, Bass and Faverani as starting five

Yea!! It’s the one I like the best.

I would prefer it was KO than Bass. Bass cant defend the 4 or 5, if Bass is the 4, I use him against second unit bigs. The only reason this may work is because they are pairing Bass with the ONLY big on the roster who may help him and not open the paint in a free for all. Bass needs so much help on interior D... now, put him on the better 3s in the league and I love Bass on D. He is perfect when against guys like Melo and LeBron... doesn't stop them but makes it tougher on them.


I need to add that I am really pulling for my guy Fav, he will need to be a big part of our team. The only 2 bigs on the team that don't need to be paired with him are KO and Sully who can be paired together.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 06:09:46 PM
Well ....Stevens and DA won't have the big tanking weapon available tonight ....LOL  ;)

Sully and Bass on the court at the same time. .....maybe the worst pairing in the NBA....


Best way now to lose is leave Pressey on the bench and play Crawford and Brooks.

Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on October 30, 2013, 06:46:17 PM
Well ....Stevens and DA won't have the big tanking weapon available tonight ....LOL  ;)

Sully and Bass on the court at the same time. .....maybe the worst pairing in the NBA....


Best way now to lose is leave Pressey on the bench and play Crawford and Brooks.

Well, it looks like Stevens is going to shy away from using Sully and Bass together. Seems like he told Brandon that if Sully were here, he probably would've started Olynyk (which I assume means starting Sully and Olynyk together).
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 06:54:52 PM
Sure gonna miss ol Sully tonight.  :'(


But Bass should step up ,  he usually does when Sully is out.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 07:00:21 PM
Yay basketball, yay!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: aporel#18 on October 30, 2013, 07:01:11 PM
Game time! Missed the real games...

I like Bass starting alongside Vitor, Showcase Season #1 priority is Bass, then Lee and Humphries. Vitor/Bass can be good together.

Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: tgreanier on October 30, 2013, 07:03:29 PM
So I have not been around until tonight...what are the general thoughts on this season? Are we in for an ugly year or will we be one of those pesky teams nobody really wants to play?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Sievers81 on October 30, 2013, 07:07:25 PM
Love when NBA Game Time is down, especially on (pretty much) opening night. >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 07:07:46 PM
Weird seeing Mike interview someone other than Doc before the game
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 07:12:34 PM
Jeff Green points over/under tonight: 14...??
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: AB_Celtic on October 30, 2013, 07:12:47 PM
Celtics basketball is back!!

Too bad I'll only watch the first hour or so, then switchin' over to Fox ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 07:16:06 PM
Go Celtics!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 07:19:50 PM
Vito would have been stuck on Doc's bench until March.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Sievers81 on October 30, 2013, 07:19:50 PM
Haha "If you're Lebron you might have got away with that travel"

Really enjoying Faverani so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 07:20:24 PM
I really like this Raptors team. So much size and athleticism in their starting lineup.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 07:20:35 PM
Jeff Green points over/under tonight: 14...??

Under
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 07:21:06 PM
Aggressive on the boards...I love it  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 07:21:45 PM
Jeff Green points over/under tonight: 14...??

Under

I'll take the over. I think J.Green will have a good game now that he gets back to his normal minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 07:22:37 PM
Well Jeff went to the left, so that was new.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 07:23:35 PM
Liking the pace & effort so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 07:24:29 PM
God I cant wait til Rondo gets back. Ugly offense under Bradley
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 07:24:41 PM
Fav looks like Vlade out there.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 07:24:55 PM
I love Fav already
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: aingeforthree on October 30, 2013, 07:25:47 PM
Good D Vitor.  Couple years in the league, they won't call that on ya
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 07:26:06 PM
Vitor isn't afraid, that's for sure
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 07:27:27 PM
Philly up 26-6 over Miami midway through the first quarter. Crazy.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:27:33 PM
Philly leading Miami by 20.....26-6 lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mqtcelticsfan on October 30, 2013, 07:27:34 PM
Well, the Sixers are clearly no competition for Wiggins. :P
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 07:28:59 PM
I hate Hansborough, he makes up for sucking by playing dirty
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Mr October on October 30, 2013, 07:28:59 PM
I didn't watch any preseason games. I must say that I like Faverani as a rookie prospect! Nice instincts and movement. Soooooo much better than a Fab Melo or Acie Earl.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:29:35 PM
Yup......

Doc would have NEVER played Fav
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:29:57 PM
Vitor is found money. Imagine if we had Fab instead of him.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:31:01 PM
Vitor is found money. Imagine if we had Fabb instead of him.

Fab won't ever be good as Hombre now
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 07:31:14 PM
Vitor and Rondo together iwll be awesome
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 07:31:36 PM
Love Fav. And Bradley looks better.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 07:32:02 PM
All Vitor everything.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:32:07 PM
Vitor IS our offense at the moment!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 07:32:59 PM
Olynyk; Not a boxer-outer.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 07:33:18 PM
Olynyk is getting bodied down low, step it up young fella
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:33:27 PM
Love it! When was the last time we were able to dump the ball INSIDE and expect results? Uhhhhh the Robert Parish days? Kelly better learn how to box out!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 07:33:43 PM
I like what i'm seeing.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: aingeforthree on October 30, 2013, 07:33:51 PM
Vitor is one helluva find by Ainge & company.  Great job.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:34:05 PM
Rivers wold have run Vitor off the team by now and tired a midget to play the five spot
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: aporel#18 on October 30, 2013, 07:34:50 PM
Olynyk is getting bodied down low, step it up young fella

Yup, Hanscrub is getting the best out of Kelly. He'll get there soon, though. In Klynyk we trust.

Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Mr October on October 30, 2013, 07:36:07 PM
Bradley running the point on the break is still brutal. Yikes. I miss Rondo. All these guys are gonna look pretty good with a real PG on the floor.

But, I am getting excited about watching all these young guys develop (even while loosing 50+ games).
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:36:18 PM
I like what i'm seeing.
[

Me too
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 07:37:21 PM
Jeff Green hitting the offensive glass!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:37:27 PM
Good block Hump!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:37:40 PM
Green on the offense rebound glass
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 07:38:10 PM
CELTICS BASKETBALL!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:39:41 PM
Goooooood D!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 07:39:42 PM
I like the effort so far tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 07:39:48 PM
Maxwell just called Steve Novak a defensive fraud...ahahahaha
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 07:40:05 PM
We have so much energy I love it
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 07:40:53 PM
That's not a foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:41:06 PM
Lapse....but that wasn't a foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:41:28 PM
Want to see Pressey ...running the   O
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: AB_Celtic on October 30, 2013, 07:41:37 PM
Lookin' good. Hoping it's more to do with Stevens' coaching than just a lucky quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: aporel#18 on October 30, 2013, 07:41:54 PM
Loving Maxwell and the Celtics...

Go Celtics!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:42:10 PM
Vitor Favarini leading the way!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 07:42:33 PM
Well, someone didn't get the tanking memo :P
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: TheGreenMonster on October 30, 2013, 07:43:13 PM
Rookie of the Year Vitor Faverani
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 07:43:56 PM
This is a very likable group of guys, Fav for ROTY
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 07:44:00 PM
Rookie of the Year Vitor Faverani
Looks very likely for All-Rookie team.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:44:09 PM
El Hombre ...... A center.   .......wow ........ 9 points

That's a much as Garnet last year
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 07:44:22 PM
Wish we could of had Vitor and Olynyk the last couple of years. Oui.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 07:46:01 PM
Oh, and Bradley has finished two layups tonight! I like that.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 07:51:06 PM
DJ Augustin is a miserably bad player.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: fairweatherfan on October 30, 2013, 07:51:30 PM
Gotta say I'm really liking the effort.

...but this team isn't very good.  Still, there are some heartening signs here.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 07:52:04 PM
Max is in midseason form. He also has is clicking well with Gorman.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 07:52:38 PM
Gotta say I'm really liking the effort.

...but this team isn't very good.  Still, there are some heartening signs here.

They don't have to be good as long as they play hard.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 07:52:49 PM
Hump has 3 blocks so far. Great help D!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 07:53:18 PM
Gotta say I'm really liking the effort.

...but this team isn't very good.  Still, there are some heartening signs here.
Actually, the biggest issue I've seen so far is matchup recognition. Rondo should help with that.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:53:45 PM
Well win or lose ......this is fun basketball

Doc ball sucked
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: fairweatherfan on October 30, 2013, 07:54:35 PM
Gotta say I'm really liking the effort.

...but this team isn't very good.  Still, there are some heartening signs here.

They don't have to be good as long as they play hard.

As much as I know bottoming out helps us, I'd still rather they be good.  But I agree, don't want bad team malaise setting in, that's the real poison.

At the very least I'm looking forward to seeing how we gel when Rondo gets back.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: 2short on October 30, 2013, 07:54:56 PM
I'm enjoying the team effort!
nice job all around
lee, humphries showing more
nice job wallace & green
less crawford please
fav roy!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 07:55:58 PM
Well win or lose ......this is fun basketball

Doc ball sucked
I'll take Doc ball for 55 wins a year every time. Doc ball worked just fine for Garnett Celtics.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 07:56:45 PM
Oh, that was a nice pass by DJ Augustin.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Shamrocker on October 30, 2013, 07:57:15 PM
Well win or lose ......this is fun basketball

Doc ball sucked
I'll take Doc ball for 55 wins a year every time. Doc ball worked just fine for Garnett Celtics.

I prefer Stevens ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 07:58:52 PM
Well win or lose ......this is fun basketball

Doc ball sucked
I'll take Doc ball for 55 wins a year every time. Doc ball worked just fine for Garnett Celtics.

Yea ....even worthless rivers could win with Garnet and Pierce  lol ...haaa....big deal.  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Shamrocker on October 30, 2013, 08:00:18 PM
Avery..... :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 08:00:18 PM
Why not play Pressey? Bradley is horrible at the point.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:01:21 PM
Why not play Pressey? Bradley is horrible at the point.


Secret weapon
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 08:01:31 PM
Here comes Pressey
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 08:01:40 PM
Well I asked for him...come on Pressey show you belong!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 08:02:11 PM
Well win or lose ......this is fun basketball

Doc ball sucked
I'll take Doc ball for 55 wins a year every time. Doc ball worked just fine for Garnett Celtics.

Yea ....even worthless rivers could win with Garnet and Pierce  lol ...haaa....big deal.  ::)
Yeah, whatever.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 08:02:28 PM
Well, I like that Stevens is making an adjustment and not sticking with AB at point.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:04:02 PM
I like the way Faverani attacks the rim. Very aggressive. Not afraid of contact.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 08:04:21 PM
Just flipped over to Brooklyn and Cleveland. Not only does it seem weird watching Paul and KG in White n Black but it's funny watching KG not being the tallest guy on his team lol. Still talking trash though lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:05:52 PM
Haha, nicely done by Amir Johnson. Awful pass / decision by Lowry.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 08:06:05 PM
Settle down Phil
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 08:06:45 PM
Bradley: 5 TOs in 14 minutes. That's just painful.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:07:56 PM
Team making too many turn overs....dey. Is young
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: YoungOne87 on October 30, 2013, 08:08:40 PM
we need rondo so bad
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: cltc5 on October 30, 2013, 08:11:21 PM
Nice to flip back and forth btween boston and Nets and The WS tonights.  Good to see Jeff Green in preseason form ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:13:51 PM
Raps outscored Celts by 10 here in the 2nd quarter. Bright start over?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Scottie on October 30, 2013, 08:14:24 PM
Mike (about Max) "I feel like I'm working with Walk Whitman".....Mike's the best!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on October 30, 2013, 08:15:21 PM
Unfortuately I cant watch the game.

For those who can, I would like to ask...

Does Vitor Faverani looking like a keeper? Thanks.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 08:16:21 PM
For sure. Fav's looked like a really solid pickup tonight.

So far he's got a 13-3-2 (blocks). 4-9 from the field, 5-8 from the line.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:18:05 PM
Ugh, Olynyk getting beaten to another rebound. 10 minutes, 0 rebounds.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 08:18:07 PM
Olynyk's rbeounding is really in need of improvement
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: aporel#18 on October 30, 2013, 08:19:37 PM
Kelly is a rookie... he'll learn how to use his body, but I hate Hanscrub, really. Hope he gets punched in the face a lot this year.

Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:19:48 PM
Unfortuately I cant watch the game.

For those who can, I would like to ask...

Does Vitor Faverani looking like a keeper? Thanks.

Best big for Boston so far tonight. Humphries 2nd best. Bass has been quiet. Olynyk bad.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lightspeed5 on October 30, 2013, 08:19:56 PM
olynyk is a combination of dirk, tim duncan, allen iverson, and michael jordan.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:22:17 PM
A 17 point turnaround in that 2nd quarter. Wheels coming off ...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on October 30, 2013, 08:23:44 PM
Terrible 2nd quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:23:59 PM
I would like to see Hump (6mins) get some minutes alongside Faverani in the 2nd half.

Bass (12mins) and Olynyk (11mins) doing very little to justify their playing time.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:24:16 PM
Missing Rondo  for sure . 


Could have used Sully to combat Hansbourgh  tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on October 30, 2013, 08:25:28 PM
Nice to flip back and forth btween boston and Nets and The WS tonights.  Good to see Jeff Green in preseason form ::)

Actually, Jeff was better in this half than he was throughout the pre-season.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:27:54 PM
I like the coaching but the Celtics have to work hard for every point. They need some easy ones.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:28:31 PM
I would like to see Hump (6mins) get some minutes alongside Faverani in the 2nd half.

Bass (12mins) and Olynyk (11mins) doing very little to justify their playing time.

Or go small and slide G.Wallace over to PF and get Courtney Lee in there. Add another ball-handler into the lineup. Try to get Wallace in more scoring opportunities who has been very quiet so far. Put more speed in the lineup and try to get some easier transition opportunities.

Toronto will probably go small to matchup against them. Since Amir and Hansbrough don't offer much of an offensive threat.  Slide Gay to PF, DeRozan to SF and play Fields or Ross at SG.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Eddie20 on October 30, 2013, 08:28:32 PM
Nice to flip back and forth btween boston and Nets and The WS tonights.  Good to see Jeff Green in preseason form ::)

Actually, Jeff was better in this half than he was throughout the pre-season.

Yeah, seems likes he's mostly watching the WS.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 08:29:16 PM
Just got pulled over...not sure if that's a bad omen for tonight.


But I did get off with just a warning, so... ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:32:05 PM
Just got pulled over...not sure if that's a bad omen for tonight.


But I did get off with just a warning, so... ;)

and a TP!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:32:12 PM
New Orleans vs Indy Pacers looks an entertaining game.

Hornets look like they'll be a fun squad this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:32:40 PM
KO  needs work , but this is his first NBA game.......Sully would be better suited to deal with Hansbough at his point .  ......would have Been good battle under the basket  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:34:08 PM
Outrebounded 24-15

Lost the turnover battle too, 11 to 7. That is 9+4=13 possession difference. They got 47 FGAs to Boston's 31 FGAs (Boston with 6 more FTAs). Yeah, 13 more scoring opportunities. Give a team 13 more chances to score than you get and you are going to have a tough time winning games.

Those are some ugly stats.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 08:34:42 PM
Faverani is definitely a keeper.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Mazingerz on October 30, 2013, 08:35:32 PM
olynyk is a combination of dirk, tim duncan, allen iverson, and michael jordan.

All thats missing is KG's snarl
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 08:37:01 PM
Did Tony Brothers get a tan?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Mr October on October 30, 2013, 08:38:13 PM
Nice to flip back and forth btween boston and Nets and The WS tonights.  Good to see Jeff Green in preseason form ::)

Actually, Jeff was better in this half than he was throughout the pre-season.

Yeah, seems likes he's mostly watching the WS.

I'll take 11 points in 3 rebounds in the half any day of the week! Those are good numbers from the small forward spot.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:38:36 PM
Omg........did Brad just say .....stay home and rebound

Rebounds ..... ;D....I love it
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 08:38:38 PM
Green with the finish!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:39:03 PM

Green's hair is a mess.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:39:13 PM
Since Spurs made Popovich their head coach, other NBA teams have changed their coach 187 times.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 08:39:47 PM
"That's not a tough call, that's a bad call."

100%
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:40:27 PM
Why does Bass always get switched onto the sf?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:40:31 PM
Not enough shooting on the floor.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:41:20 PM
Ohh, great play by Lowry to Amir for the dunk.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:42:20 PM
This team needs Sully on the boards.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mqtcelticsfan on October 30, 2013, 08:43:29 PM
This offense is pitifully bad. I'm afraid to watch, as I'm slightly convinced the sight of this offense will make my face melt off.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:43:52 PM
Bradley has done some really good things tonight. Unfortunately the turnovers and bad decisions have negated those good things.

Still, Avery has probably been the 2nd best perimeter player for Boston after J.Green.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:43:55 PM
Bass with terrible defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 08:44:37 PM
We are the Loston Welptics so far this season.. :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:47:40 PM
This unit has not got it. Time for plan b.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:48:24 PM
Need a star or two to go with these guys......Gay and Derosen out gun us.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:50:41 PM
I hate it when they interview a player's family. Hardly ever interesting.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:51:27 PM
I say go small and get more offense on the floor.

They haven't been able to generate good enough quality shot attempts.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 08:52:18 PM
I hate it when they interview a player's family. Hardly ever interesting.

I got the toronto broadcast, they interviewed morris peterson , it was unnecessary too. lol
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Phil125 on October 30, 2013, 08:52:43 PM
Anybody else rooting against the C's tonight?  Lottery pick here we come!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:52:57 PM
Hump ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mqtcelticsfan on October 30, 2013, 08:53:04 PM
I still don't like Hump. Just cannot help it.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 08:53:11 PM
Humph is a beast.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:54:20 PM
Hump not scard to rebound
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:54:25 PM
Good defense by Bass on the switch on DeRozan.

Humphries has done a good job tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:56:12 PM
Anybody else rooting against the C's tonight?  Lottery pick here we come!!!

Never!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 08:56:25 PM
I don't understand Toronto going small when Hansbrough is their only big on the court. What is he? 6 foot 7? Too small inside. Ineffective lineup.

Do it with Valanciunas or at least Amir Johnson. Not Hansbrough. Making life hard on yourself.

They did this in preseason too. Still don't understand why.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 08:56:33 PM
Anybody else rooting against the C's tonight?  Lottery pick here we come!!!

No.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on October 30, 2013, 08:56:44 PM
Anybody else rooting against the C's tonight?  Lottery pick here we come!!!

Get out of here.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 08:58:31 PM
Anybody else rooting against the C's tonight?  Lottery pick here we come!!!

Never!!!!

TP
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 08:59:11 PM
Really like what Humphries brings
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 08:59:22 PM
Missed a bunch of fts tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 08:59:44 PM
Bass is shooting very nicely.

Crawford better step up his D.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 09:00:21 PM
Wow....nice
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Mr October on October 30, 2013, 09:00:36 PM
I hate it when they interview a player's family. Hardly ever interesting.

I got the toronto broadcast, they interviewed morris peterson , it was unnecessary too. lol

TP. indeed!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 09:01:09 PM
I like Jeff Green corner 3's.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:01:39 PM
I love the new delay of game rules. Totally speeds the game up. ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 09:01:44 PM
Swwwwweeeet Green
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 09:03:06 PM
I love the new delay of game rules. Totally speeds the game up. ::)

Totally defeats the purpose.
They trying to speed the game up with free throws.
NBA is weird. lol
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:03:14 PM
Celtics done a great job here closing the gap since Humphries came into the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:03:49 PM
Now that was a ballsy three.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 09:03:49 PM
Mike and Max are really terrific together.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:04:14 PM
23-8 to end the quarter.

All right!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 09:04:26 PM
BASS!!!

this team might not be the best, but dang theyve got heart!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:04:29 PM
Haha, way go go J.Crawford and Bass!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 09:04:29 PM
Warriors!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 09:04:49 PM
Hell yeaaaaahhh
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: aporel#18 on October 30, 2013, 09:05:13 PM
Mike and Max are really terrific together.

+1000
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 09:05:22 PM
Win or lose .....they are really playing to win......fun
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: RJ87 on October 30, 2013, 09:05:39 PM
Now that was a ballsy three.

"Brought to you by the letter Y as I'm 'why did he shoot that?'"

Made me laugh out loud.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Scottie on October 30, 2013, 09:05:51 PM
Wallace doing a great job on Gay.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Scottie on October 30, 2013, 09:07:32 PM
Just watching that Inside Stuff ad. Apparently Grant Hill tweaked an ankle walking through the warehouse and will be out 6-8 weeks.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 09:07:47 PM
Now that was a ballsy three.
My stream froze right when he shot it, so I had to sit there and contemplate a Crawford chuck from 30 feet. 

Needless to say I was enthused and shocked when the stream came back haha
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 09:08:47 PM
Green !
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:09:12 PM
Now that was a ballsy three.

"Brought to you by the letter Y as I'm 'why did he shoot that?'"

Made me laugh out loud.

Makes me glad that I'm a Crawford fan. I can just lie to myself and say he's mounting a silent campaign for a four-point line.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: LatterDayCelticsfan on October 30, 2013, 09:09:18 PM
Just woke up to this run. I'm good luck.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mqtcelticsfan on October 30, 2013, 09:10:25 PM
I love the new delay of game rules. Totally speeds the game up. ::)

Totally defeats the purpose.
They trying to speed the game up with free throws.
NBA is weird. lol

Except for the part where teams learn not to delay the game, because they do not like to give away free points...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: pokeKingCurtis on October 30, 2013, 09:10:39 PM
Out of nowhere we make a comeback o_o
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 09:10:54 PM
Over the back much, Hansborough?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 30, 2013, 09:11:01 PM
Red Sox update - Victorino with a 3 RBI triple.  Sox up 3-0.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 09:12:24 PM
Red Sox update - Victorino with a 3 RBI triple.  Sox up 3-0.
2-0
EDIT: my bad, its 3-0
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:12:51 PM
I don't normally advocate violence but can someone just break Hansborough's jaw?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 09:13:08 PM
Interesting game ....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 09:13:48 PM
I love the new delay of game rules. Totally speeds the game up. ::)

Totally defeats the purpose.
They trying to speed the game up with free throws.
NBA is weird. lol

Except for the part where teams learn not to delay the game, because they do not like to give away free points...

Ya cause the players havent been touching the ball after a basket in 50 years...
This whole touching the ball after it goes in the hoop will be eliminated over night..... right...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: aporel#18 on October 30, 2013, 09:15:26 PM
Now that was a ballsy three.

"Brought to you by the letter Y as I'm 'why did he shoot that?'"

Made me laugh out loud.

Makes me glad that I'm a Crawford fan. I can just lie to myself and say he's mounting a silent campaign for a four-point line.

TP for the Crawesome 4-point line

like this team's attitude.

Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 09:16:08 PM
El Hombre
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: beklog on October 30, 2013, 09:17:03 PM
I don't normally advocate violence but can someone just break Hansborough's jaw?

I prefer to have him on our roster, I like his intensity in the game
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 09:17:34 PM
New delay of game: dumbest rule ever.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:17:49 PM
Jeez, Philly giving Miami a heck of a game. 109-108, final two minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 09:17:54 PM
New delay of game is silly.. Did putting the ball on the floor really "delay" the game much? I could understand if players were batting the ball into the stands, but come on.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:18:41 PM
But seriously they should've abandoned this rule like 20 minutes ago.

Can't Stern just get rid of it for "basketball reasons?"

I don't normally advocate violence but can someone just break Hansborough's jaw?

I prefer to have him on our roster, I like his intensity in the game

No thanks to Psycho T.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Sievers81 on October 30, 2013, 09:18:54 PM
I don't normally advocate violence but can someone just break Hansborough's jaw?

Tommy Heinsohn in the pre-season had the same thoughts "He’s the kind of guy you want to punch in the mouth" ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mqtcelticsfan on October 30, 2013, 09:19:04 PM
I love the new delay of game rules. Totally speeds the game up. ::)

Totally defeats the purpose.
They trying to speed the game up with free throws.
NBA is weird. lol

Except for the part where teams learn not to delay the game, because they do not like to give away free points...

Ya cause the players havent been touching the ball after a basket in 50 years...
This whole touching the ball after it goes in the hoop will be eliminated over night..... right...

If the league is serious about enforcing the rule, it will go away VERY quickly. Again, teams will not just give away points.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:20:01 PM
Haha, Amir Johnson! His 10th career three pointer!

That was bad luck. That was exactly the shot you want to see Toronto taking.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: beklog on October 30, 2013, 09:20:32 PM
unfortunately NBA thought to speed up the game why not call Delaying the Game very frequent
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Chief on October 30, 2013, 09:20:51 PM
I love the new delay of game rules. Totally speeds the game up. ::)

Totally defeats the purpose.
They trying to speed the game up with free throws.
NBA is weird. lol

Except for the part where teams learn not to delay the game, because they do not like to give away free points...

Ya cause the players havent been touching the ball after a basket in 50 years...
This whole touching the ball after it goes in the hoop will be eliminated over night..... right...

If the league is serious about enforcing the rule, it will go away VERY quickly. Again, teams will not just give away points.

until Lebron does it
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on October 30, 2013, 09:20:58 PM
How many offensive fouls are we going to commit?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 09:21:08 PM
I love the new delay of game rules. Totally speeds the game up. ::)

Totally defeats the purpose.
They trying to speed the game up with free throws.
NBA is weird. lol

Except for the part where teams learn not to delay the game, because they do not like to give away free points...

Ya cause the players havent been touching the ball after a basket in 50 years...
This whole touching the ball after it goes in the hoop will be eliminated over night..... right...

If the league is serious about enforcing the rule, it will go away VERY quickly. Again, teams will not just give away points.

Ya, cause they got rid of travelling, flopping, illegal screens, VERY quickly..
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:21:28 PM
I don't normally advocate violence but can someone just break Hansborough's jaw?

Tommy Heinsohn in the pre-season had the same thoughts "He’s the kind of guy you want to punch in the mouth" ;D

Yeah I'm with Tommy. Hansborough has always been an irritant. He was annoying in college. He's been annoying in the NBA...

As someone who's really into the aesthetics of basketball, Tyler Hansborough makes my eyes bleed.

But he does play hard all of the time. So there's that.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on October 30, 2013, 09:22:35 PM
Why is Jeff Green still on the bench?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on October 30, 2013, 09:23:26 PM
Catch it Kelly
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:23:35 PM
Why is Jeff Green still on the bench?
Yeah, he was playing great. Too long on the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:23:50 PM
Weak foul call on Avery. If anything that was on Lowry.

Are we sure Joey Crawford isn't in disguise?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: crimson_stallion on October 30, 2013, 09:24:36 PM
Where are all the Jeff Green haters?

23 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block and not even the 4th quarter yet.  On target to finish with 30 it'd be keeps it up at this rate.

Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on October 30, 2013, 09:25:26 PM
The offensive rebounds are killing us!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:25:32 PM
Where are all the Jeff Green haters?

23 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block and not even the 4th quarter yet.  On target to finish with 30 it'd be keeps it up at this rate.

I don't care if he makes another shot. I just want us to win.

Also, it's definitely the fourth quarter...

And so of course he sinks one.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: timobusa on October 30, 2013, 09:27:01 PM
Green with the PP fade away....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 09:27:12 PM
Paul Pierce like step away by Green there.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:27:14 PM
Cavs beating Nets + Sixers beating Heat
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 09:28:04 PM
Green with the PP fade away....

Said the same thing 10 seconds later :P TP
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on October 30, 2013, 09:28:31 PM
Bad pass, but I like JG fighting inside.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:28:40 PM
Hard to pass over the top of Rudy Gay. So athletic.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:29:35 PM
DeRozan and Gay putting the Celts to bed.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Andrew Celtic Nation on October 30, 2013, 09:29:44 PM
Kelly O looks really bad from the small sample I saw between watching the Sox game? Is that accurate? I mean unless he is going to dominate offensive he looks like a liability on the defensive glass and defensively in general.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: beklog on October 30, 2013, 09:31:03 PM
Cavs beating Nets + Sixers beating Heat

Lakers beat Clips yesterday
didn't know November is Upset month of the NBA  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: birdwatcher on October 30, 2013, 09:31:15 PM
I really like this group on the floor, despite them giving up the lead a bit.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lightspeed5 on October 30, 2013, 09:31:33 PM
olynyk and fav are horrendous together when on the floor together.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Mr October on October 30, 2013, 09:31:43 PM
Kelly O looks really bad from the small sample I saw between watching the Sox game? Is that accurate? I mean unless he is going to dominate offensive he looks like a liability on the defensive glass and defensively in general.

He has offensive skill. But he gets pushed around. He is a project on defense. Solid guy to develop.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on October 30, 2013, 09:31:45 PM
Nice D Gerald.  Almost. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: get_banners on October 30, 2013, 09:32:15 PM
hilarious to see the tanking sixers beat the heat.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: lon3lytoaster on October 30, 2013, 09:33:01 PM
AB is seriously awful finishing.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Who on October 30, 2013, 09:33:21 PM
Is that the 3rd time Humphries has had a follow up dunk/layup? Good job.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 09:34:04 PM
Gee Avery why not give it to someone who has made a bucket or two tonight?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: The Rondo Show on October 30, 2013, 09:34:14 PM
Come on Avery
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: mainevent on October 30, 2013, 09:34:59 PM
Then allow your man to get the rebound off the missed free throw?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 09:35:44 PM
Take out your best rebounder at a point where you absolutely need a rebound, and plan to burn a timeout after that anyhow. Is that how the college game is played?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Shamrocker on October 30, 2013, 09:35:57 PM
AB is seriously awful finishing.

4-13 tonight.  :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:36:36 PM
 :-X
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: letsgoblue86 on October 30, 2013, 09:37:30 PM
Meh, I like the idea there by Stevens. It's work eventually.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: beklog on October 30, 2013, 09:38:56 PM
AB is seriously awful finishing.

4-13 tonight.  :'(

This is a hit or miss kind of game... I miss this excuse from Doc  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: pokeKingCurtis on October 30, 2013, 09:39:02 PM
A good loss if there's ever one.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Neurotic Guy on October 30, 2013, 09:40:00 PM
Nice.  Avery hits that and C's have a chance to win.

Lot of good tonight.  Green, Fav, Bass, Hump (nearly double-double), good aggression by Wallace. Every good performance means value rising.  There will be teams wanting to add rotation players like Bass, Wallace and Humphries at the deadline. 

76ers beat the Heat -- C's have the early lead in ping-pong balls.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Snakehead on October 30, 2013, 09:40:18 PM
Very happy with Jeff tonight.  Great game and very efficient.

Otherwise... well there were moments.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: fitzhickey on October 30, 2013, 09:41:56 PM
Hey at least Jeff Green pulled his finger out and played well.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: YoungOne87 on October 30, 2013, 09:42:27 PM
these turnover and rebound problems are looking way too familar
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: kozlodoev on October 30, 2013, 09:42:40 PM
Still need an explanation of how Stevens thought it was a good idea to put Olynyk in for Humphries on a free throw after which we absolutely need the rebound.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 09:43:01 PM
I think Faverani has to and will start against Jonas Valanciunas.

I don't like that Bass vs Amir Johnson matchup. I worry about Amir's strong rebounding. I think Kris Humphries would be a better option.

Luckily Johnson loves fouling like Glen Davis loves carbs.


BOLD PREDICTIONS

El Hombre Indestructible finishes with 10 points, going 1-1 from 3, and 6 boards in 28 minutes.

Gerald Wallace leads the Celtics in assists with 4.

Courtney Lee goes 1-3 from downtown and finishes with 3 steals.

Avery Bradley and Rudy Gay only score on long 2's and dunks/rim finishes, combining to shoot 0-7 from downtown.

EHI finished with 13 points, 3 rebounds, and went 0-1 from 3 in 27 minutes.

Wallace had 2 assists. Crawford lead the team with 5.

Lee went 0-2 from downtown, and had one steal.

Bradley and Gay finished 1-5 from downtown. Lots of long twos, but some solid inside buckets as well.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on October 30, 2013, 09:43:27 PM
We have to get better on the boards.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 09:43:40 PM
Hate losing,   But I enjoyed the game anyways.

We were missing Rondo and Sully ......that might have been the diff .....and our coach was his first game ....

And we were away too.......

Good effort
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Snakehead on October 30, 2013, 09:43:48 PM
these turnover and rebound problems are looking way too familar

Definitely missed Sullinger's rebounding.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: LatterDayCelticsfan on October 30, 2013, 09:44:15 PM
Neat and tidy from Bass, no?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: beklog on October 30, 2013, 09:45:37 PM
Hey at least Jeff Green pulled his finger out and played well.

his problem is more on consistency
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Celtics4ever on October 30, 2013, 09:46:37 PM
Quote
his problem is more on consistency

he had it tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: satch on October 30, 2013, 09:46:56 PM
Hmm....interesting. If Rondo plays C's probably win....by the time he comes back will winning be worth it?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: manl_lui on October 30, 2013, 09:51:29 PM
Good game by the Celtics

we lost because of turnovers...just got to communicate and take care of the ball better. I am optimistic.

Bradley still should not run point. Let Green FLLYYYYYYYY...

Players that stood out - Wallace, Humphries, Green, Vitor

Players that that did not impress me - Lee

Celtics needs to stop over passing on the post. Most of those turnovers that I saw were careless passes to the post. That one play where Crawford and Olynk should have finished when Bradley missed the steal - it was a 3 on 1

VITOR!!! I LOVE the guy

Wallace, Green, Vitor and Humphries should all play 30+ minutes.

overall, good game...Can't wait for Sully to come back and see how he helps
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Snakehead on October 30, 2013, 09:55:46 PM
Hey at least Jeff Green pulled his finger out and played well.

his problem is more on consistency

Jeff plays a consistent, good game and he's still inconsistent.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 30, 2013, 09:59:59 PM
kO  was timid ......looked overwhelmed and unprepared for the physicality and speed of NBA, 

I think he'll learn and do better ...

I hope is isn't gaining weight . ???
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: D.o.s. on October 30, 2013, 10:00:48 PM
Crawford, by the way, established that he's a much better as a point guard than Bradley.


Again.

(on offense, obviously).
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Snakehead on October 30, 2013, 10:02:50 PM
Crawford, by the way, established that he's a much better as a point guard than Bradley.


Again.

(on offense, obviously).

I agree.

I know it's not all pretty with Crawford but he does some thing we need.  If he is in control when he gets in there he should be playing over Lee for sure and a decent amount of time.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: jambr380 on October 30, 2013, 10:04:09 PM
Crawford, by the way, established that he's a much better as a point guard than Bradley.


Again.

(on offense, obviously).

Yeah, Crawford should really be getting the majority of the pg minutes with Pressey and Bradley getting back-up minutes. Bradley is much better as a two-guard and they should easily be able to switch off on defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: pokeKingCurtis on October 30, 2013, 10:05:17 PM
Crawford, by the way, established that he's a much better as a point guard than Bradley.


Again.

(on offense, obviously).

I agree.

I know it's not all pretty with Crawford but he does some thing we need.  If he is in control when he gets in there he should be playing over Lee for sure and a decent amount of time.

J-Craw with Pressey as backup seems to be the way to go.

Press did not impress but he's far more in control.

Otherwise offense by committee.

Never AB running the offense. Not this season at least.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Tr1boy on October 30, 2013, 10:20:40 PM
kO  was timid ......looked overwhelmed and unprepared for the physicality and speed of NBA, 

I think he'll learn and do better ...

I hope is isn't gaining weight . ???

He started out crappy game 1 of preseason also. He will get better.

He needs to be on with a legit pg like karl malone needs to, to be productive.

Not alot of cutting to the basket or transition basket to get best out of olynyk passing/baskets

Stevens played a ton of one on one basketball vs sharing the ball game. We will really get nowhere this way
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Snakehead on October 30, 2013, 10:24:28 PM
Olynyk just struggled with contact.  Raptors frontcourt is really physical.  Psycho T gets away with a lot and so does Jonas.

I'm confident he will figure that out pretty quick here.  And once he does the boards should come.

Also probably some jitters at home playing his first game.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: pokeKingCurtis on October 30, 2013, 10:42:54 PM
Olynyk just struggled with contact.  Raptors frontcourt is really physical.  Psycho T gets away with a lot and so does Jonas.

I'm confident he will figure that out pretty quick here.  And once he does the boards should come.

Also probably some jitters at home playing his first game.

Agreed.

To add to that I think playing next to Sully also hides a lot of Olynyk's current deficiencies. They are surprisingly very complimentary despite their overall lack of athleticism.







Gotta say: PLAYED WITHOUT SULLY and still give the Raps a run for their money, I personally am very psyched about this roster.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: LarBrd33 on October 30, 2013, 10:53:20 PM
Love it.  I was worried we'd win tonight seeing as Toronto is almost as bad as we are.  Glad to see we pulled out the loss.  Good production from Jeff, Humph and Bass will go a long way towards boosting their trade value. 

A- ... only complaint is that Wallace and Lee didn't do enough to help remove the "contract albatross" label.   Those guys need to start contributing if we're ever going to rid ourselves of them.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: LarBrd33 on October 30, 2013, 10:55:34 PM
Bonus... 76ers won tonight!  We're well on our way towards finishing at the bottom of the standings.  Woo!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: bleedGREENdon on October 30, 2013, 10:57:08 PM
Olynyk just struggled with contact.  Raptors frontcourt is really physical.  Psycho T gets away with a lot and so does Jonas.

I'm confident he will figure that out pretty quick here.  And once he does the boards should come.

Also probably some jitters at home playing his first game.

Agreed.

To add to that I think playing next to Sully also hides a lot of Olynyk's current deficiencies. They are surprisingly very complimentary despite their overall lack of athleticism.







Gotta say: PLAYED WITHOUT SULLY and still give the Raps a run for their money, I personally am very psyched about this roster.

boss please re read that last statement... The raptors will probably be fighting for the 8th seed in the east, IF everything plays out perfect... Im hoping your psyched because our team will be fighting for the lottery, and not psyched because you think us in a battle of a game but basically were down 10 towards the end of the game vs THE RAPTORS.. is a bright sign?

I am happy to see our guys fighting out there. I do agree with King curtis on that note.

But on another note, Jeff green can be a 25 ppg scorer in this league he just needs to demand the ball and drive to the basket, his length is ridiculous and his athleticsm is aswell. We are due for a long year, but with a good lottery pick, A healthy rondo, a couple moves, and a big free agency pickup, I like our team competing for the title in the next 2-3 years.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: RJ87 on October 30, 2013, 11:00:42 PM
Jeff played very well tonight, but that's not surprising. We all know he's capable of games like this. The question with him is can he do it consistently? That's what this season will be about finding out.

Kris Humphries just hustles. I really enjoy watching him. He finds a way to grab those rebounds.

I love Avery's defense, but his I'm desperately hoping he can find a niche offensively. Him becoming a more well rounded player will help speed up the rebuild.

Courtney Lee is still useless.

Brandon Bass - any trade takers? Move him while he's hot Danny!

Vitor is a nice surprise. I think he can be a pretty good rotation player.
 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on October 30, 2013, 11:10:45 PM
K.O. has Hands like Roberto Duran.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on October 30, 2013, 11:14:46 PM
So, Jeff Green looked solid tonight. Just needs to be consistent.

Love it.  I was worried we'd win tonight seeing as Toronto is almost as bad as we are.  Glad to see we pulled out the loss. 

I... dont know what so say... Never in my life have I seen a fan so ecstatic for a loss. What in the world is happening...?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Snakehead on October 30, 2013, 11:15:37 PM
K.O. has Hands like Roberto Duran.

He didn't play well but stone hands?  That's Bass.  Olynyk has a lot of touch.  You aren't a great passer with stone hands.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: LarBrd33 on October 30, 2013, 11:33:18 PM
So, Jeff Green looked solid tonight. Just needs to be consistent.

Love it.  I was worried we'd win tonight seeing as Toronto is almost as bad as we are.  Glad to see we pulled out the loss. 

I... dont know what so say... Never in my life have I seen a fan so ecstatic for a loss. What in the world is happening...?
We're tanking.  This is what we should hope for every night... hard-fought losses vs fellow lotto squads. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on October 30, 2013, 11:41:23 PM
So, Jeff Green looked solid tonight. Just needs to be consistent.

Love it.  I was worried we'd win tonight seeing as Toronto is almost as bad as we are.  Glad to see we pulled out the loss. 

I... dont know what so say... Never in my life have I seen a fan so ecstatic for a loss. What in the world is happening...?
We're tanking.  This is what we should hope for every night... hard-fought losses vs fellow lotto squads.

Are we though?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on October 31, 2013, 12:06:48 AM
C's are going to be bad this season but I don't root for a loss. I want a stud prospect from the draft but I'm don't want to tank that sets a bad example for young players.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: LarBrd33 on October 31, 2013, 01:33:02 AM
So, Jeff Green looked solid tonight. Just needs to be consistent.

Love it.  I was worried we'd win tonight seeing as Toronto is almost as bad as we are.  Glad to see we pulled out the loss. 

I... dont know what so say... Never in my life have I seen a fan so ecstatic for a loss. What in the world is happening...?
We're tanking.  This is what we should hope for every night... hard-fought losses vs fellow lotto squads.

Are we though?
We tanked the moment we traded KG and Pierce.  You're looking at a squad that has thrown the season.  Embrace it.  It'll be great in the long-run.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on October 31, 2013, 02:58:47 AM
So, Jeff Green looked solid tonight. Just needs to be consistent.

Love it.  I was worried we'd win tonight seeing as Toronto is almost as bad as we are.  Glad to see we pulled out the loss. 

I... dont know what so say... Never in my life have I seen a fan so ecstatic for a loss. What in the world is happening...?
We're tanking.  This is what we should hope for every night... hard-fought losses vs fellow lotto squads.

Are we though?
We tanked the moment we traded KG and Pierce.  You're looking at a squad that has thrown the season.  Embrace it.  It'll be great in the long-run.


Look, I get it, we are not good enough to win or even make the Playoffs this season, I accepted that three days (or maybe more) after PP and KG are gone..

But cheering because we lost? Is this our identity now? Are we a team that should embrace losing? Is this what was being implied here? Losing but trying to win is one thing, welcoming and encouraging sucking is another. And good Lord.

But of course, losing right now would CERTAINLY mean winning in the next seasons. That's always a sure thing, just like in '98. Let's be proud that we are losers now because it will GUARANTEE us to becoming winners in the years to come.

SMH. I wonder what Larry Bird thinks about embracing losing?




Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: fitzhickey on October 31, 2013, 04:26:20 AM
If we can lose lots of games unintentionally, in the sense that they are all hard fought, and we can develop our young talent and land a stud in the draft this season will tick all my personal boxes.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: ManUp on October 31, 2013, 05:03:53 AM
Missed the game but i saw the box score good job Jeff Green.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: 2short on October 31, 2013, 07:15:27 AM
only thing that stood at to me is wallace attempted 1 shot?
bradley's turnovers were pretty bad
bass impressed
green looked v good
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: rickyfan3.0... on October 31, 2013, 07:30:35 AM
Ainge knows what he is doing here. What is the use in scrapping as hard as we can for the 8th seed, when we can just tank hard for a year and Rebuild quickly.

This looks like a once every 10 years draft. Take advantage so we don't have to suck for 20 years again...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: rickyfan3.0... on October 31, 2013, 07:31:16 AM
BTW, Celtics win total Under 27 1/2 is STEALING money.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-0) at Raptors Game 1 10/30
Post by: Clench123 on October 31, 2013, 09:02:20 AM
Ainge knows what he is doing here. What is the use in scrapping as hard as we can for the 8th seed, when we can just tank hard for a year and Rebuild quickly.

This looks like a once every 10 years draft. Take advantage so we don't have to suck for 20 years again...

Exactly.  So I'm definitely comfortable with this