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Title: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: FLCeltsFan on January 06, 2014, 10:34:21 PM
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Boston Celtics (13-21) at Denver Nuggets (16-17)
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
9:00 PM ET
Regular Season Game #35 Road Game #17
TV: CSNNE, Altitude, NBA-LP 765(DTV), 755(Xfinity)
Radio: WZLX, 950AM
Pepsi Center

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Probable Starting Matchups
Point Guard

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Jordan Crawford vs Ty Lawson

Shooting Guard

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Avery Bradley vs Randy Foye

Small Forward
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Jeff Green vs Wilson Chandler

Power Forward

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Brandon Bass vs Kenneth Faried

Center
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Jared Sullinger vs JJ Hickson

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Celtics Reserves
Kelly Olynyk
Kris Humphries
Vitor Faverani
Phil Pressey
Gerald Wallace
Keith Bogans

Possible Celtics
Jerryd Bayless
Ryan Gomes

Possible Former Celtic who May Still Be a Celtic
Courtney Lee

Injuries
Rajon Rondo (ACL)out


Red Claws

MarShon Brooks

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Nuggets Reserves
Timofey Mosgov
Darrell Arthur
Nate Robinson
Andre Miller
Jordan Hamilton
Evan Fournier
Quincy Miller
Anthony Randolph

Injuries
Danilo Gallinari (knee) out
JaVale McGee (leg) out

Game Notes

The Celtics continue their road trip as they visit the Denver Nuggets.  The Celtics won their first meeting with the Nuggets this season 106-98 in Boston.  Denver has won 8 or their last 9 games against the Celtics in Denver, however. 

In their first meeting, the Celtics jumped out to a 20 point lead at the half with the Nuggets roaring back to come to within 3 in the 3rd quarter.  Ty Lawson, who led the Nuggets with 20 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists left the game in the 3rd with a hamstring injury and the Celtics hung on to win. 

These teams have been pretty evenly matched in recent years, with each team winning 11 games since the 02-03 season.  The Celtics are 5-11 on the road and 3-7 in their last 10 games.  The Nuggets are8-8 at home and 2-8 in their last 10 games.  The Celtics have lost their last 4 games while the Nuggets are on a 2 game win streak.

Key Matchups
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Brandon Bass vs Kenneth Faried
Faried is quick and athletic and very much fun to watch. Brandon Bass will have his hands full trying to stay with him. Faried is averaging 10.0 points and 7.7 rebounds per game and has a motor that just doesn't quit.

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For once, Sully won't be at a big height disadvantage against the 6'9" Hickson, who is averaging 11.2 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. Hickson scored 17 points and pulled down 7 rebounds in their first meeting.

Keys to the Game

Defense - Defense is the key to winning every game. Against the Nuggets, transition defense is especially important because the Nuggets will run them out of the building if they don't find a way to get stops.  The Celtics will definitely need to defend better than they did against the Thunder.

Go to the Hoop- The Celtics need to get the ball inside and not settle for outside shots, especially if they aren't falling.  When they get into the paint, good things happen.

Run! - We know that the Nuggets will run and the Celtics also need to run to keep pace with them. The Celtics are much better when they push the ball and run and get their shots before the defense can set up.

Play 48 Minutes - The Celtics are still struggling with playing for the entire 48 minutes.  They have to find a way to stop the lapses that they have had in almost every game recently. 

X-Factors

Distractions and Thin Air
The Celtics have to play their game and shut out all the trade rumors and the fact that they just lost one of their teammates and will soon have a new teammate.  They need to concentrate on the game at hand and not on the outside distractions. 

The Nuggets have a home court advantage in that they are used to the thin air in Denver while visiting teams are not.  Hopefully it won't affect the Celtics too much. 
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: LatterDayCelticsfan on January 07, 2014, 06:44:45 AM
Bold Predictions: Bayless with a triple double off the bench, Bass to hit 2 3s in the game, and...Kelly Olynyk leads all scorers.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: beklog on January 07, 2014, 08:11:12 PM
1st win of the year!!
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: pokeKingCurtis on January 07, 2014, 08:20:39 PM
Bold Predictions: Bayless with a triple double off the bench, Bass to hit 2 3s in the game, and...Kelly Olynyk leads all scorers.

Can't tell if serious...

Cos' KO could very well lead all scorers.

Yet Bass hitting 2 3's...




Anyway, cheer on the Celtics for me since I can't watch  :-\
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: AshyLarry on January 07, 2014, 08:28:50 PM
4 of my favorite pfs going head to head. Should be an interesting game. Small lineups BAYBAY.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: BleedGreen1989 on January 07, 2014, 08:35:10 PM
Hickson is outperforming Faried?

I always thought Hickson was underrated but that's surprising.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: pokeKingCurtis on January 07, 2014, 08:46:50 PM
Hickson is outperforming Faried?

I always thought Hickson was underrated but that's surprising.

Faried is having a down year.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 08:58:26 PM
Just got a feeling we are going to get a W tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Bold Predictions: Bayless with a triple double off the bench, Bass to hit 2 3s in the game, and...Kelly Olynyk leads all scorers.

Bayless gets a triple double in 15 minutes..
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: pokeKingCurtis on January 07, 2014, 09:03:10 PM
Screw it. I'm watching.

I'm an addict.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Clench123 on January 07, 2014, 09:04:40 PM
Just got a feeling we are going to get a W tonight.

Hope not
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: bello_man09 on January 07, 2014, 09:07:58 PM
we always play the nuggets after a trade!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 09:17:43 PM
we always play the nuggets after a trade!!!

I know, right?!?! This is a pattern..
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:20:37 PM
Our interior help defense is pathetic. Danny has to find a shot blocker.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 09:23:08 PM
Keep feeding it to Sully, they can't guard him down low
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:23:30 PM
Just tuned in....

Gee this was ugly   Inbounds steal ...
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:25:12 PM
Hope they are over Lee leaving....don 't  like pouting
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:26:37 PM
How many times a game does Crawford waste a possession?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:28:49 PM
I know we would be small but I'd like to see Pressey and Bayless together. Bayless really is a natural SG.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: More Banners on January 07, 2014, 09:29:26 PM
Look, is this the season to have anyone playing hurt (Sully)?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: rondohondo on January 07, 2014, 09:30:57 PM
Our interior help defense is pathetic. Danny has to find a shot blocker.

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Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:31:56 PM
Wallace could not hit. Shot if he was the only person on the court
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:33:07 PM
Wallace is my least favorite player on the Celtics.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:34:41 PM
This Green and Wallace lineup has not worked all season.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 09:35:23 PM
KO Wallace Fav should never see court time. Poor Bayless
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Nerf DPOY on January 07, 2014, 09:35:41 PM
Fournier always looks like he's wearing eye shadow or mascara or both when I see him.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Tr1boy on January 07, 2014, 09:37:19 PM
Bayless first bucket. Nice shot
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 09:37:29 PM
This Green and Wallace lineup has not worked all season.

I'm with you on that.
It looks good on paper, but it has not worked at all. hahaha
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: BleedGreen1989 on January 07, 2014, 09:39:12 PM
Our interior help defense is pathetic. Danny has to find a shot blocker.

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Hakeem the Dream
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:41:17 PM
Bass stinks!
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 09:41:48 PM
I have never said this before, but put Pressey in
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Tr1boy on January 07, 2014, 09:44:50 PM
I have never said this before, but put Pressey in

why?

Bayless is playing excellent.  Loving his pick and knife . Havent seen it that smooth since Rondo. Looks like he has a good connection with Olynyk also
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:45:28 PM
Celtics should be about ready to move in  that brick ranch they built under their badket
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 09:47:20 PM
How does Bayless looks?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Tr1boy on January 07, 2014, 09:47:33 PM
Anybody know what is going on with Humphries?

not traded is he?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:47:40 PM
We stink at defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:48:21 PM
Anybody know what is going on with Humphries?

not traded is he?

Mild ankle sprain.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Tr1boy on January 07, 2014, 09:48:46 PM
How does Bayless looks?

He is looking good
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:50:20 PM
We get n punked.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:51:21 PM
Not sure who looks worse our team or the Lakers
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 09:51:44 PM
This team is a bit embarrassing right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 09:53:03 PM
I have never said this before, but put Pressey in

why?

Bayless is playing excellent.  Loving his pick and knife . Havent seen it that smooth since Rondo. Looks like he has a good connection with Olynyk also

Bayless can play the two. Pressey might limit the turnovers and bring a little energy on the defensive end.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 09:53:08 PM
Anybody know what is going on with Humphries?

not traded is he?

Injured
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:53:20 PM
This team is a bit embarrassing right now.

Concept of team is hard to swallow so far
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Clench123 on January 07, 2014, 09:55:07 PM
Not sure who looks worse our team or the Lakers

I hope Lakers don't end up outdoing us in this area.  Even in losing, we're still rivals
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: letsgoblue86 on January 07, 2014, 09:55:50 PM
The Celtics are not a very good bball team.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 09:56:16 PM
Bass is about the only one playing like he gives a crap
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:56:29 PM
Not sure who looks worse our team or the Lakers

I hope Lakers don't end up outdoing us in this area.  Even in losing, we're still rivals

Yeah.....they are hoping for lottery too
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 09:59:02 PM
There is a lot of green shirts in the stands ......
Ha! LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: letsgoblue86 on January 07, 2014, 09:59:21 PM
What team trying to compete wouldn't want Bass?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 09:59:37 PM
Not sure who looks worse our team or the Lakers

I hope Lakers don't end up outdoing us in this area.  Even in losing, we're still rivals

Yeah.....they are hoping for lottery too

Could you imagine Lakers and Celtics gets pick 1 and 2?

We get Jabari
They get Wiggins
or vice versa.

Another fuel in the rivalry fire..
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Clench123 on January 07, 2014, 10:00:52 PM
Brad Stevens is the only talent on this team right now.  Too bad he's helpless.  It'll pay off, Brad.  Stick with us
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Tr1boy on January 07, 2014, 10:01:28 PM
What kind of crap is that by Jcraw?

absolute crap d league quality layup
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 10:01:48 PM
This is the most unwatchable basketball I've seen in awhile.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 10:02:08 PM
10 threes in the first half for Denver. The altitude is really effecting this group
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Nerf DPOY on January 07, 2014, 10:02:23 PM
Getting back in transition is for nerds.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: tomrod on January 07, 2014, 10:02:46 PM
Jeff Green's effort level at an all time low.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: vinnie on January 07, 2014, 10:02:51 PM
Kelly Olynyk  ???
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 10:02:57 PM
This is the most unwatchable basketball I've seen in awhile.

I'm glade you said it......it is just awful product........waste of TV air time.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on January 07, 2014, 10:03:34 PM
Just in time to see the game.

Go Celtics! Although, not looking good.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 07, 2014, 10:04:56 PM
So we get blown out 150 -  90 .....

Because they are all pouting

Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 10:05:26 PM
Kelly Olynyk  ???

Give him a break, he was a 2013 summer league all star
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Nerf DPOY on January 07, 2014, 10:06:30 PM
The play that sums up the first half for me was when Nate got it in transition, collected his thoughts, said out loud " You know what? Why not?", stepped back and hit that three.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 10:06:55 PM
So we get blown out 150 -  90 .....

Because they are all pouting

How do you even know if they're pouting?
Are you in the locker room or regularly hang out with the team?
That's just speculation.
This team is just not very good..
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Chief on January 07, 2014, 10:08:02 PM
Stevens has to experiment with the lineups in the 2nd half. He's got nothing to lose. I'd start Pressey and Fav coming out after the half.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Nerf DPOY on January 07, 2014, 10:08:40 PM
Kept 'em under 70. :)
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: The Rondo Show on January 07, 2014, 10:08:53 PM
We are starting to play at the level I'd thought our team would play at
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on January 07, 2014, 10:09:35 PM
I'm looking at J-Craw's shooting stats.

Has he hit a wall or just reverted to, well, Jordan Crawford?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: hwangjini_1 on January 07, 2014, 10:09:50 PM
this is really brutal, boys and girls. the celtics have missed 5-6 close in shots so far. it is an off, off night offensively for a team that struggles anyway.

on the other side, denver is shooting very well, aided a little by boston's poor perimeter defense.

sigh.  :-\
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: vinnie on January 07, 2014, 10:10:14 PM
Total speculation, but does anyone think they are already getting tired of having Mr. Rogers as a head coach?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: hwangjini_1 on January 07, 2014, 10:10:30 PM
So we get blown out 150 -  90 .....

Because they are all pouting

what makes you think the celtics will score 90?  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Nerf DPOY on January 07, 2014, 10:10:56 PM
So we get blown out 150 -  90 .....

Because they are all pouting

How do you even know if they're pouting?
Are you in the locker room or regularly hang out with the team?
That's just speculation.
This team is just not very good..

I can't speak to the morale in the locker room, but they did not look sharp in any department right there.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Tr1boy on January 07, 2014, 10:12:34 PM
Stevens should tell Bayless to just shoot every chance he gets
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 10:12:42 PM
So we get blown out 150 -  90 .....

Because they are all pouting

How do you even know if they're pouting?
Are you in the locker room or regularly hang out with the team?
That's just speculation.
This team is just not very good..

I can't speak to the morale in the locker room, but they did not look sharp in any department right there.

They haven't looked sharp the whole year. LOL.

Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: satch on January 07, 2014, 10:18:49 PM
Have not seen anything like this sense Mark Blount.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: jambr380 on January 07, 2014, 10:19:11 PM
I'm looking at J-Craw's shooting stats.

Has he hit a wall or just reverted to, well, Jordan Crawford?

Look at Avery - same shooting, but at least Crawford has five assists. I know he isn't quite the same player as earlier this year, but I am happy to see him contribute in other ways.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: lon3lytoaster on January 07, 2014, 10:20:30 PM
So that Embiid fella. He'd look nice in green, I think.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on January 07, 2014, 10:20:43 PM
Stevens should tell Bayless to just shoot every chance he gets

Agree. When he gets hot, he gets it going. And he also gets than mean face look which is entertaining to watch.

I love that pickup.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on January 07, 2014, 10:21:37 PM
I'm looking at J-Craw's shooting stats.

Has he hit a wall or just reverted to, well, Jordan Crawford?

Look at Avery - same shooting, but at least Crawford has five assists. I know he isn't quite the same player as earlier this year, but I am happy to see him contribute in other ways.

Agree. And Bradley wants $8 million a year? Get out of here.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: hwangjini_1 on January 07, 2014, 10:22:20 PM
So we get blown out 150 -  90 .....

Because they are all pouting

How do you even know if they're pouting?
Are you in the locker room or regularly hang out with the team?
That's just speculation.
This team is just not very good..

I can't speak to the morale in the locker room, but they did not look sharp in any department right there.

They haven't looked sharp the whole year. LOL.

i believe this phenomenon is referred to as being "a sucky team."
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 10:27:33 PM
Bass thinks he's Hakeem.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 10:29:01 PM
Bass thinks he's Hakeem.

At least he's doing something. Haha. Everybody else is just watching
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 10:31:38 PM
He got a lot of ball, can't be a flagrant. I like the hard foul by Sully tho
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Nerf DPOY on January 07, 2014, 10:32:18 PM
Sully's earning reputation flagrant fouls now.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 10:32:35 PM
WOW. THEY CANT HANDLE SULLY. THESE REFS. WOW
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 10:32:43 PM
This is BS a flagrant for that?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: jyyzzoel on January 07, 2014, 10:33:13 PM
Can someone tell me if Humphries is injured? Why isn't he on the bench?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: BballTim on January 07, 2014, 10:33:42 PM
  This has probably been mentioned, but it's cool that we managed to trade Lee for Carlos Boozer's mini-me.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 10:34:34 PM
Bye bye sully. theyre gonna kick him out of this game.

wow refs.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 10:34:45 PM
That elbow deserves a flagrant, but not the first foul
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 10:35:05 PM
Sully has been hacked all game but he hits a few guys and he's ejected.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: lon3lytoaster on January 07, 2014, 10:35:12 PM
Sigh.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Sievers81 on January 07, 2014, 10:35:21 PM
Can someone tell me if Humphries is injured? Why isn't he on the bench?

Mild sprained ankle
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: satch on January 07, 2014, 10:35:32 PM
Hmmm.....I think he wanting out of the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Nerf DPOY on January 07, 2014, 10:36:30 PM
I can't say I have a problem with the second flagrant. Looked like a deliberate elbow. Karl Malone would be proud.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 10:36:49 PM
Bass also got hacked a few times.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Mr October on January 07, 2014, 10:36:54 PM
Total speculation, but does anyone think they are already getting tired of having Mr. Rogers as a head coach?

I dont think they are tired of the coach. But loosing a ton of games in January, many by a high margin, might break the spirit of the team. Until rondo returns, the celtics just dont have a heck of a lot of talent.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: tomrod on January 07, 2014, 10:37:48 PM
Hmmm.....I think he wanting out of the game.

He's just showing his frustration.

Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Mr October on January 07, 2014, 10:37:48 PM
Hmmm.....I think he wanting out of the game.

Yeah no kidding. That was a cheap move by sully. He has some growing up to do.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 10:38:04 PM
Refs helping us get that top 5 pick though. haha
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: BigAlTheFuture on January 07, 2014, 10:38:24 PM
Wow, this is getting ugly.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 10:39:12 PM
Look at Hickson and Faried elbows when they post.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: vinnie on January 07, 2014, 10:39:24 PM
So is Olynyk just bad because he is on a bad team or is he just in over his head?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Boris Badenov on January 07, 2014, 10:39:43 PM
Can someone tell me if Humphries is injured? Why isn't he on the bench?

Mild sprained ankle

Ankle tankinitis.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: satch on January 07, 2014, 10:40:20 PM
This game could bring changes to the line-up.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: vinnie on January 07, 2014, 10:40:58 PM
 Green had 11 points in the first six minutes. He has two since. Typical.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 10:42:03 PM
Celtics have commited 8 fouls in 5 mins and 52 seconds of basketball this half
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: satch on January 07, 2014, 10:43:50 PM
So is Olynyk just bad because he is on a bad team or is he just in over his head?
Hope I'm wrong...but....well...over his head is putting it kindly.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Sievers81 on January 07, 2014, 10:44:13 PM
Clippers, Golden State, Portland, and Houston. This is going to be one hell of a depressing road trip if they play like this...
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 10:44:56 PM
It hurts to see the C's this bad I was on board with the rebuild but is so disheartening to see a lifeless team.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: LEHGOCELTICS on January 07, 2014, 10:46:23 PM
i hear tanks rolling
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 10:47:18 PM
Put bayless in, 30 points in 8 minutes
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 10:48:08 PM
Does KO have some of the slowest feet in the NBA?
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: vinnie on January 07, 2014, 10:49:33 PM
Gerald Wallace.  ::). What a joke
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: satch on January 07, 2014, 10:50:56 PM
Gerald Wallace.  ::). What a joke
Agree...an expensive one.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Tr1boy on January 07, 2014, 10:53:16 PM
Does KO have some of the slowest feet in the NBA?

No. But Faried is one of the quickest most athletic players in the league

I'm still bummed out we didn't move up to draft him
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: vinnie on January 07, 2014, 10:54:45 PM
Does KO have some of the slowest feet in the NBA?

No. But Faried is one of the quickest most athletic players in the league

I'm still bummed out we didn't move up to draft him

I think both statements are true. Olynyk slow,  Faried quick
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 10:55:47 PM
I'm having a really hard time distinguishing Bogans and Bayless
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: vinnie on January 07, 2014, 10:56:30 PM
Glad to hear Coach Stevens was much more positive in that huddle. What a joke.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: D.o.s. on January 07, 2014, 10:57:55 PM
33 free throws in one quarter. :o
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: ManUp on January 07, 2014, 10:57:58 PM
Thank God I can't watch this abomination of a game. Just watching the boxscore burns my eyes.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 10:59:33 PM
Fav needs to bring this energy every day.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: CelticG1 on January 07, 2014, 10:59:59 PM
God the NBA is brutal so much of the time.

The Refs just ruin every part of the game.  Too many cars,  too many bad calls,  too much stopping the game.

If the NBA didn't market the crap out of LeBron Durant etc.  I dont know how they'd reach new fans.   
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 10:59:59 PM
Refs calling everything in the Nuggets favor
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on January 07, 2014, 11:01:56 PM
Atleast Bogans is getting the playing time he asked for.

Bad basketball tonight. Lick our wounds and let's bounce back.

Is it time to call up Brooks? It looks like we need some offense, and Brooks is tearing it up in the D-League.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: PhoSita on January 07, 2014, 11:02:11 PM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: hwangjini_1 on January 07, 2014, 11:02:47 PM
Refs calling everything in the Nuggets favor

it doesnt matter. the celtics are getting beaten like rented mules and it isnt the refs fault.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: D.o.s. on January 07, 2014, 11:03:09 PM
Thank God I can't watch this abomination of a game. Just watching the boxscore burns my eyes.

I grabbed my laptop because there's no way I could only watch that for another quarter. It's awful.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 07, 2014, 11:03:40 PM
The Ohio State Michigan State game is great if anyone wants to watch a good game
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: hwangjini_1 on January 07, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.

well, in all fairness this team sucks. but even given that this is one of the poorest games they have played. defense is terrible and slow. offense is offensive.

it happens over a long season.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: timobusa on January 07, 2014, 11:05:18 PM
Refs calling everything in the Nuggets favor

it doesnt matter. the celtics are getting beaten like rented mules and it isnt the refs fault.

That's what I'm saying, We suck, and we never get any calls in our favor.

On the bright side, we get more lottery balls
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 11:05:43 PM
Too many techs these refs are bad.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Mr October on January 07, 2014, 11:08:57 PM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.

As the season wears on the talent and experience rise to the top. The celtics aren't catching anyone by surprise anymore. Meanwhile, the bad nets and knicks are rising.

Hopefully the celtics keep playing hard and progressing, despite the losses piling up.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Clench123 on January 07, 2014, 11:15:21 PM
Somewhere Danny is sipping on Cognac and smiling lol
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: BigAlTheFuture on January 07, 2014, 11:16:36 PM
Somewhere Danny is sipping on Cognac and smiling lol

So is Larbrd and JSD.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Vox_Populi on January 07, 2014, 11:18:17 PM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
We were top 10 in defensive efficiency not too long ago. I think we're still in the top 15. I didn't understand how really, I think we'll drop. But I doubt we'll ever be truly terrible.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: VitorSullyandKOFan on January 07, 2014, 11:19:20 PM
Nice move by KO.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: vinnie on January 07, 2014, 11:19:51 PM
Kelly Olynyk is awful right now. Can't guard anyone.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Clench123 on January 07, 2014, 11:23:19 PM
Beaten like we stole something lol
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: D.o.s. on January 07, 2014, 11:24:44 PM
Somewhere Danny is sipping on Cognac and smiling lol

So is Larbrd and JSD.

I'd rather sip LSD with Jarbrd, Canny and Dognac. This game is brutal.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: bello_man09 on January 07, 2014, 11:31:05 PM
we didn't even reach a 100....they put 129 on us!!
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: PhoSita on January 07, 2014, 11:57:12 PM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
We were top 10 in defensive efficiency not too long ago. I think we're still in the top 15. I didn't understand how really, I think we'll drop. But I doubt we'll ever be truly terrible.

Yeah, I know the team was actually pretty good to start the season.  I'm not sure how they did it.  But now they're looking about as bad as I expected they'd be.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: D.o.s. on January 07, 2014, 11:57:22 PM
That is one sad post-game Avery.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Celtics18 on January 08, 2014, 12:03:57 AM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
We were top 10 in defensive efficiency not too long ago. I think we're still in the top 15. I didn't understand how really, I think we'll drop. But I doubt we'll ever be truly terrible.

Yeah, I know the team was actually pretty good to start the season.  I'm not sure how they did it.  But now they're looking about as bad as I expected they'd be.

You mean over a sample of the last two games?

Well, I guess that proves it. 
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on January 08, 2014, 12:25:16 AM
missed the game , so did we win?  ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Beat LA on January 08, 2014, 12:33:17 AM
Games like this remind me of a game against the bulls in Chicago, in the 06-07 season I believe.  Idk what the final margin of defeat was, but with under a minute left, Mike Gorman said one of the best lines I've ever heard - "So it's down to this - playing for a Big Mac" hahaha, which occurred when the bulls reached 100 points.  People were chanting in the United Center with as much enthusiasm as when Scal would actually make a shot. 

Oh well, at least Vitor got some time and played pretty well imo, Bogans was fine, Bayless was ok, Bass was the only one who cared, but I think this game perfectly illustrates Jeff Green's Celtic (and probably his entire) Career - 11 points after 1, 17 for the game.  Wow.  I figured he might get 20-25 and then follow it up with an 8 point outing tomorrow night, but this is just pathetic.  Wallace has crashed (loved those free throws), Danny got ko'd on draft night  ::) (Olynyk has absolutely no agility.  People think Brooks is terrible, and Kelly looks like his feet are stuck in concrete when he tries to do, well, almost anything.  His game is in total slow motion, and not in a good way.), and Sullinger now has a reputation.  Great.  Is it just me, or does he look like he has serious anger problems (which, sadly, wouldn't surprise me after we all learned that he beat up his girlfriend)? 

Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: LatterDayCelticsfan on January 08, 2014, 12:39:02 AM
Let's all agree this is rock bottom, PLEASE LET IT BE ROCK BOTTOM!
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: rondohondo on January 08, 2014, 12:50:23 AM
Wallace whining again



Quote
gary washburn ‏@GwashburnGlobe 19m
Gerald Wallace on #celtics: “Right now, we’re the team that’s all talk.”

Mark Murphy ‏@Murf56 19m
Wallace on Sullinger’s flagrants. “It’s good to see one of our bigs giving hard fouls. I’ll take that all day.”

Baxter Holmes ‏@BaxterHolmes 5m
G. Wallace said the Celtics don’t deserve to get calls from the refs right now. “We’re not playing worth a crap anyway.”

Mark Murphy ‏@Murf56 2m
Wallace: “We’ve done met, we’ve done talked, we’ve done everything – argued, fussed, complained, moaned, everything you can do.”
wish we could just buy him out, he is trying to ruin our tanking >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Beat LA on January 08, 2014, 12:53:41 AM
Let's all agree this is rock bottom, PLEASE LET IT BE ROCK BOTTOM!

Come now, this can't be rock bottom.  Aren't you looking forward to another 18 game losing streak (sarcasm)?  Onto LA, and the rest of this murderous road trip! 
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: LatterDayCelticsfan on January 08, 2014, 02:40:16 AM
I don't know how I feel about winning or losing games within and of itself, but shipping 129 points in regulation, in a blowout loss!
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: PhoSita on January 08, 2014, 05:24:01 AM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
We were top 10 in defensive efficiency not too long ago. I think we're still in the top 15. I didn't understand how really, I think we'll drop. But I doubt we'll ever be truly terrible.

Yeah, I know the team was actually pretty good to start the season.  I'm not sure how they did it.  But now they're looking about as bad as I expected they'd be.

You mean over a sample of the last two games?

Well, I guess that proves it.

At this point, C18, this kind of response merits simply

::)

from me.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Celtics4ever on January 08, 2014, 07:52:10 AM
Maybe Sullinger thought Hickson was his girlfriend?   JK.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Celtics18 on January 08, 2014, 08:08:55 AM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
We were top 10 in defensive efficiency not too long ago. I think we're still in the top 15. I didn't understand how really, I think we'll drop. But I doubt we'll ever be truly terrible.

Yeah, I know the team was actually pretty good to start the season.  I'm not sure how they did it.  But now they're looking about as bad as I expected they'd be.

You mean over a sample of the last two games?

Well, I guess that proves it.

At this point, C18, this kind of response merits simply

::)

from me.

Fair enough.  My last comment was probably a little snarkier than it needed to be, but the one thing I have taken pride in so far this season is the way this team has given effort on the defensive end up until this point. 

Last night's game was the worst defensive effort I've seen.  Even if this team loses all the rest of their games, what will make me the most disappointed is if they have simply decided to pack in it and give up.

I can take the losses if it's because they aren't good enough to win, but folding will be tough to take.  I will be looking for a better defensive effort against the Clippers tonight, regardless of the final result. 

Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: BleedGreen1989 on January 08, 2014, 09:09:20 AM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
We were top 10 in defensive efficiency not too long ago. I think we're still in the top 15. I didn't understand how really, I think we'll drop. But I doubt we'll ever be truly terrible.

Yeah, I know the team was actually pretty good to start the season.  I'm not sure how they did it.  But now they're looking about as bad as I expected they'd be.

You mean over a sample of the last two games?

Well, I guess that proves it.

At this point, C18, this kind of response merits simply

::)

from me.

Quote
Ultimately, Boston's ability to get back on track rests on defense, which itself is just effort. The Celtics have masked their inherent flaws (most notably an anemic, turnover-plagued offense) at times this season by buying into Stevens' defense-first system. But lately the Celtics have eroded on that end of the floor, struggling to stop teams in transition and offering little resistance to opposing ball-handlers. The result? Boston has plummeted from a top-10 defense to tied for 17th overall in defensive rating while allowing 103 points per 100 possessions through 35 games.

In losing eight of its last nine, Boston's defensive rating has been a cringe-worthy 108.3, ranking 27th in the league during that span. Opponents have shot 46.6 percent over the last nine games and 36.8 percent beyond the 3-point arc while averaging 105.3 points per game.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: hwangjini_1 on January 08, 2014, 09:22:13 AM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
We were top 10 in defensive efficiency not too long ago. I think we're still in the top 15. I didn't understand how really, I think we'll drop. But I doubt we'll ever be truly terrible.

Yeah, I know the team was actually pretty good to start the season.  I'm not sure how they did it.  But now they're looking about as bad as I expected they'd be.

You mean over a sample of the last two games?

Well, I guess that proves it.

At this point, C18, this kind of response merits simply

::)

from me.

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Ultimately, Boston's ability to get back on track rests on defense, which itself is just effort. The Celtics have masked their inherent flaws (most notably an anemic, turnover-plagued offense) at times this season by buying into Stevens' defense-first system. But lately the Celtics have eroded on that end of the floor, struggling to stop teams in transition and offering little resistance to opposing ball-handlers. The result? Boston has plummeted from a top-10 defense to tied for 17th overall in defensive rating while allowing 103 points per 100 possessions through 35 games.

In losing eight of its last nine, Boston's defensive rating has been a cringe-worthy 108.3, ranking 27th in the league during that span. Opponents have shot 46.6 percent over the last nine games and 36.8 percent beyond the 3-point arc while averaging 105.3 points per game.

That final quote on the celtics lack of defensive effort says it all for me. Last night was a terrible, lazy effort by too many players. I still like how sully plays hard under the basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: Celtics18 on January 08, 2014, 09:30:46 AM
Wow, this team is BAD at defense.  Hard to believe anybody ever thought they'd be any good.  Hard to believe that they actually were kind of good for the first part of the season.
We were top 10 in defensive efficiency not too long ago. I think we're still in the top 15. I didn't understand how really, I think we'll drop. But I doubt we'll ever be truly terrible.

Yeah, I know the team was actually pretty good to start the season.  I'm not sure how they did it.  But now they're looking about as bad as I expected they'd be.

You mean over a sample of the last two games?

Well, I guess that proves it.

At this point, C18, this kind of response merits simply

::)

from me.

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Ultimately, Boston's ability to get back on track rests on defense, which itself is just effort. The Celtics have masked their inherent flaws (most notably an anemic, turnover-plagued offense) at times this season by buying into Stevens' defense-first system. But lately the Celtics have eroded on that end of the floor, struggling to stop teams in transition and offering little resistance to opposing ball-handlers. The result? Boston has plummeted from a top-10 defense to tied for 17th overall in defensive rating while allowing 103 points per 100 possessions through 35 games.

In losing eight of its last nine, Boston's defensive rating has been a cringe-worthy 108.3, ranking 27th in the league during that span. Opponents have shot 46.6 percent over the last nine games and 36.8 percent beyond the 3-point arc while averaging 105.3 points per game.

Agreed.  It's been largely about effort on the defensive end lately.  I'm really hoping they can get some of that effort back, and that they haven't just "packed it in" for the season. 
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 08, 2014, 09:38:42 AM
I love the C's .......but.....

No way was I going to miss JUSTiFiED.  New episode   .....


To view a heartless blowout .
Title: Re: Celtics (13-21) at Nuggets (16-17) Game #35 1/7/14
Post by: letsgoblue86 on January 08, 2014, 12:04:26 PM
I think Sullinger tried to get ejected so he could watch the Buckeyes.