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Title: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on February 25, 2017, 06:40:44 PM
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Boston Celtics (37-21) at Detroit Pistons (28-30)
Sunday, February 26, 2017
6:00 PM ET
Regular Season Game #59, Road Game #31
TV: CSNNE, FS Detroit, NBA-LP 759(xfinity), 757(DTV)
Radio: 98.5 Sports Hub,  105.1 FM
Palace of Auburn Hills

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Probable Starters
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PG: Isaiah Thomas
SG: Jaylen Brown
SF: Jae Crowder
PF: Al Horford
C: Amir Johnson

Celtics Reserves
Demetrius Jackson
Jordan Mickey
Terry Rozier
James Young
Tyler Zeller
Marcus Smart
Kelly Olynyk
Jonas Jerebko 

Injuries
Avery Bradley (Achilles) day to day
Gerald Green  (heel) day to day

Head Coach
Brad Stevens 

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Probable Starters
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PG: Reggie Jackson
SG: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
SF: Marcus Morris
PF: Jon Leuer
C:  Andre Drummond

Pistons Reserves
Aron Baynes
Henry Ellenson
Michael Gbinije
Darrun Hilliard
Stanley Johnson
Boban Marjanovic
Beno Udrih
Ish Smith
Tobias Harris
Reggie Bullock

Injuries
None

Head Coach
Stan VanGundy

Game Notes

The Celtics continue their two game road trip with a visit to Detroit to take on the Pistons for the 4th and final meeting this season.  The Celtics are 2-1 so far this season.  They won 94-92 in Detroit on 11/19 and also 113-109 on 11/30 both in Boston.  The Pistons won 113-109 in Boston on 1/30. 

The Celtics have lost their last 2 games  while the Pistons have won their last 2 games.  Both teams stood pat at the trade deadline and so will have the same teams that competed in the previous games.   Andre Drummond was rumored to be on the trade block but the Pistons didn't find a deal they liked.  The Celtics made offers on several players but weren't willing to give up what teams were asking for. 

The Celtics were at full strength in both of their wins but were missing Avery Bradley in the loss.   
The Pistons have won 9 of their last 11 home games and are 7-3 in their last 10 games.  The Celtics are 10 of their last 13 and 7-3 in their last 10.  The Celtics are 17-13 on the road while the Pistons are 18-11 at home. 

The Pistons have no injuries listed at this time.  The Celtics are almost back to full strength with the return of Jaylen Brown on Friday.  Gerald Green is day to day with a heel injury.  Avery Bradley went through 1/3 practice on Thursday and traveled with the team.  He believes he has recovered fully from the strained Achilles, but the Boston Celtics medical staff has a checklist of things he needs to accomplish before returning to the lineup.   He is considered day to day and hopefully he can return for this game, even if it is for limited minutes. 

Every game now is important for the Celtics in the standings.  The Pistons are 8th in the East and just 2 games ahead of the red hot Miami Heat who are 9th and pushing to make the playoffs.  The Celtics are still 2nd and just 2 games in front of the Wizards, 3 games in front of the Raptors and 4.5 games ahead of the Hawks,  all of whom made moves to improve at the trade deadline and are playing well.   The Jazz are playing at Washington and the Trailblazers are playing at Toronto. 

Key Matchups
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Isaiah Thomas vs Reggie Jackson
In spite of an off game against the Raptors, Isaiah has been playing very well and has scored 20 or more points in 42 straight games.  In the last game against the Pistons, he scored 41 points, with 28 of those coming in the 4th quarter.   Jackson has averaged 16.2 points in 12 career games vs Boston.  He is averaging 14.9 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 5.5 assists on the year.  Jackson missed the 11/19 game in Boston. 

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Amir Johnson vs Andre Drummond
Drummond is a beast in the paint on both ends of the court and is averaging 14.6 points, 13.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game.   Last season in the 3 games against the Celtics, he averaged 22.3 points and 16.7 rebounds. In the last game between these two teams on 1/30,  Drummond  had 28 points and 22 rebounds.   Amir will definitely have his hands full trying to slow him down and to rebound against him. 

Honorable Mention
Jae Crowder vs  Marcus Morris
Morris is averaging 14.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.1 assists.  Morris has had some big games against the Celtics.   In the first meeting  between these two teams, Morris scored a team high 24 points playing power forward.  He's now moved to small forward and Jae will have his hands full keeping Morris from having a big game again in this one. 

Keys to the Game
Defense- The Celtics need to play tough team defense, especially in the paint. It doesn't matter how much they score if they can't stop the other team from scoring more.  Their defense has shown some improvement in recent games but still has a ways to go.  The Raptors beat them on Friday by playing tough in your face defense and the Celtics couldn't match it.   The Pistons are 5th in the league in points allowed with 101.8.  The Celtics are 17th in points allowed with 105.7.  The Celtics especially has to defend the pick and roll with Reggie Jackson because the Pistons rely on that especially late in games.

Rebound - Rebounding takes effort and desire.  The Celtics will need both in order to beat the big front line of the Pistons to the rebounds.  In their loss to the Pistons this season,  the Celtics were out-rebounded 52-33.  In their last meeting, the Pistions out-rebounded the Celtics 51-44.   The Celtics will have to work extra hard to beat them to the boards if they want to get a win in this game. 

Be Aggressive - The Celtics need to be aggressive in going for loose balls, rebounding and defending. They also have to be aggressive in going to the basket and not settle for threes especially if they aren't falling . Good things happen when they get inside. They have to be hungry and play like the team that wants it more. They allowed the Raptors to come back from  17 points down by allowing them to be the team that played harder.  The Celtics have to win with effort. 

Play Hard 48 Minutes - The Celtics got out to a 17 point lead against the Raptors but then let up and allowed the Raptors to come back.  In their last game, the Pistons came back from a 15+ point lead in the 4th quarter for the second time this season to get a win.  The Celtics can't afford to let up if they get a lead and they can't come out sluggish and let the Pistons build a lead.  They have to start strong and play hard until the final tip. 

X-Factors
Motivation - The Celtics are fighting to stay in 2nd place in the East while still holding some hope of catching the Cavaliers, who are about to get much better with a couple of waiver wire additions.  The Pistons are fighting to keep the 8th spot and stay ahead of the Heat who are charging up the standings.  Which team will use the motivation to play harder and get a win? 

Focus -   With the trade deadline past,  teams now have to focus on the final stretch going into the playoffs.   Hopefully the Celtics keep their focus on doing all the little things and not underestimate the Pistons.  We know from losses to the Knicks, Trailblazers, and Kings that they can lose focus and get beaten by teams that they should dominate.  If the Celtics can stay focused and stay aggressive, especially on defense, they should get a win. 

Officiating -  Officiating is always an X-Factor.  Every crew calls the game a little differently.  Some let them play and some call every little touch foul.  The Celtics definitely do better when the refs let them play.  Hopefully the refs will call the game fairly and let them play in this one.  We saw in the past two games that the refs can indeed make a big difference in the outcome of the game. 

Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 25, 2017, 06:42:15 PM
Frist!

TP FlCeltsFan! Hopefully AB is back for this one. God knows we need him!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jambr380 on February 25, 2017, 06:44:31 PM
Frist!

TP FlCeltsFan! Hopefully AB is back for this one. God knows we need him!

You suck!

Hopefully the Cs can do something different this game - the Bulls and Raps losses have been killer.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on February 25, 2017, 08:22:59 PM
TP jpotter33 for being the first to post in the game thread!!

Gooooooooooooooooo Celtics!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 25, 2017, 08:30:13 PM
THIRD a la Jaylen Brown.  TP to jambr for being better than me, but not quite good enough for society.  Story of my life, brother.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jambr380 on February 25, 2017, 08:34:18 PM
THIRD a la Jaylen Brown.  TP to jambr for being better than me, but not quite good enough for society.  Story of my life, brother.

Haha - thanks and TP back at ya! They can't hold us down!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: hodgy03038 on February 25, 2017, 09:20:44 PM
#6 I am moving up. Go Celts. Pass the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 25, 2017, 09:24:14 PM
Maybe we should put Bradley on the bench for awhile even if he's healthy just to be careful.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 11:03:33 AM
Can't wait to see how we handle Drummond today!  ::)

Maybe Baynes can come in and get 15 rebounds too.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: LilRip on February 26, 2017, 11:08:00 AM
Am I in the top 10???

Yup, in that Rondo spot #9
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 04:52:04 PM
No AB again tonight, though it sounds like he's going to play against Atlanta tomorrow in Boston. Looks like they wanted to get one more practice/pre-game routine in him tonight before he played.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 04:55:47 PM
Maybe we should put Bradley on the bench for awhile even if he's healthy just to be careful.

Agree

Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 04:58:49 PM
Maybe we should put Bradley on the bench for awhile even if he's healthy just to be careful.
They are 14-7 without Bradley in the lineup. I don't think it's a guarantee he comes back to the starting spot. Smart/Brown have done a good job in his absence. I also think that 2nd unit  could use his scoring.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 04:59:37 PM
Can't wait to see how we handle Drummond today!  ::)

Maybe Baynes can come in and get 15 rebounds too.

Your forgetting .....again ... ;D....Rebounding is overrated and not essential to win this game . ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 05:06:26 PM
Can't wait to see how we handle Drummond today!  ::)

Maybe Baynes can come in and get 15 rebounds too.

Your forgetting .....again ... ;D....Rebounding is overrated and not essential to win this game . ;)

I think you are forgetting our secret weapon in that department. Mickey!

Like I get it, we can get outrebounded but still beat teams like Detroit..

But against Toronto, Cleveland, San Antonio, Golden State? Not at all.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:11:27 PM
A win today in Detroit, A Jazz win over the Wiz, and a Blazers win over the Raps would be sweet!

EDIT: Jazz up 10 on the Wiz at halftime. The Wizards have a really, really difficult schedule the rest of the way. So do the Pacers, who it really wouldn't surprise me to see fall out of the playoffs.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 06:12:49 PM
Nice footwork by Brown
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:12:58 PM
Nice! Wish we would play uptempo ball like this more often, just like last year!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:13:12 PM
Very smooth, pretty move to the hoop by JB.  And he finished.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: footey on February 26, 2017, 06:13:20 PM
So smooth. Brown. Nice.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:13:38 PM
Jaylen Brown to the rack!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 06:13:38 PM
That was a gorgeous move.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: positivitize on February 26, 2017, 06:14:35 PM
You can really see his teammates trusting Brown more and more.

I don't think that pass gets made 30 games ago.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:14:45 PM
That was a gorgeous move.

That was a big time move!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:16:20 PM
You can really see his teammates trusting Brown more and more.

I don't think that pass gets made 30 games ago.

I think you're right but once they start really hitting Jaylen in his spots that kid is going to be a really good NBA scorer!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:18:09 PM
IT
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:18:23 PM
Slam that down Jaylen


But then the 3.   Big game tonight?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:18:40 PM
BROWN!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:18:49 PM
Jaylen blowing the bunny....
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:19:24 PM
Wow Brown ....he can shoot
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:19:29 PM
BROWN!!

And again!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 06:19:34 PM
Jaylen's going to be really good.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:19:43 PM
Brown just Kobe them
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:20:37 PM
If IT might look to pass occasionally... it may help.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:22:14 PM
If IT might look to pass occasionally... it may help.

You'd think after his showing the other night he'd get the message, but nope.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:24:06 PM
Starting to have a man crush on Brown
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:24:06 PM
Someone needs to guard Jon Leuer. He's wide open and he can shoot.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:25:06 PM
Starting to have a man crush on Brown

Starting? I've had it since summer league. What this kid can do is amazing for a 20 year old.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:25:39 PM
TZ hangs in the air nicely.

I wish Kelly had stronger hands.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:26:25 PM
TZ hangs in the air nicely.

I wish Kelly had stronger hands.

I wish TZ could defend...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:26:40 PM
I still don't understand why Brad insists on having Rozier run the offense in the second unit with Smart in there. Doesn't he have enough evidence by now to see that it doesn't work?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:27:44 PM
I still don't understand why Brad insists on having Rozier run the offense in the second unit with Smart in there. Doesn't he have enough evidence by now to see that it doesn't work?

Yeah, It's much better if Rozier has to play that he be off the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 06:27:54 PM
KO with the pump fake and then the slow trot into the paint, and a miss..  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 06:28:29 PM
Starting to have a man crush on Brown

Larry Brown?  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:28:34 PM
Starting to have a man crush on Brown

Starting? I've had it since summer league. What this kid can do is amazing for a 20 year old.

He is getting better every game .

Avery injury kinda bern blessing in disguise......Brown is now a least a decent bench player , and looking like he may want a starting role sooner than later
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:29:53 PM
Starting to have a man crush on Brown

Starting? I've had it since summer league. What this kid can do is amazing for a 20 year old.

He is getting better every game .

Avery injury kinda bern blessing in disguise......Brown is now a least a decent bench player , and looking like he may want a starting role sooner than later

He's a fringe starter/scorer off the bench already.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 06:30:39 PM
Bad transition D by Rozier
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:30:40 PM
TZ heck of a stint  so far
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:30:40 PM
Starting to have a man crush on Brown

Larry Brown?  ;D

LOL.....sick .. ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:31:20 PM
Roziers defense ( if you can call it that..) makes me retch!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:31:46 PM
Boy, that mask really seems to bother Jonas, and who knows if that bad play carries on after it comes off, too. That's one reason why Jones would be a good pickup.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 06:31:46 PM
All those taps and not even a score... wow..  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:32:02 PM
Starting to have a man crush on Brown

Larry Brown?  ;D

LOL.....sick .. ;D

I had one on Kedrick Brown 15 years ago.  It ended ugly -- hard to speak of it.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:32:13 PM
Starting to have a man crush on Brown

Starting? I've had it since summer league. What this kid can do is amazing for a 20 year old.

He is getting better every game .

Avery injury kinda bern blessing in disguise......Brown is now a least a decent bench player , and looking like he may want a starting role sooner than later

He's a fringe starter/scorer off the bench already.

I agree.....he plays a couple years ahead of his NBA experience ......like Smart .
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 06:32:50 PM
kelly is still terrible in the post  :-[
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: danglertx on February 26, 2017, 06:33:37 PM
kelly is still terrible in the post  :-[

He got fouled about six times though.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:33:40 PM
Definitely coming around on this Jaylen starting long-term stuff. At least that way you get the most out of him, since he clearly plays better with the first unit than the second unit, and it gives us more scoring off the bench with AB. It also gives you a ton of versatility with rotations.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 06:33:43 PM
Two bad offensive possesions by KO and Jerebko
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:34:17 PM
Can we just leave Rozier in Detroit? Like seriously. At least AB is supposed to be back tomorrow, so we shouldn't be seeing too much of him from now on.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 06:34:28 PM
Jerebko really is terrible with that mask
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:35:20 PM
Jerebko really is terrible with that mask

Rozier plays like he's wearing a mask!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:35:20 PM
KO ICE cold
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:35:38 PM
Keep shooting Kelly. Good looks, not finishing.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 06:36:12 PM
kelly is still terrible in the post  :-[

He got fouled about six times though.

he doesnt realize that he can easily shoot over 6 foot guards..
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:37:34 PM
Brown.......is a hard cover.....the kid makes a few twists and shakes and he's gone .

Boy what would Imgive to see Fultz starting with Brown ... ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 06:38:13 PM
We need some scoring like right now
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 06:39:34 PM
Beautiful sequence ruined by Rozier. LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:40:03 PM
Man, Utah up 24 on Washington! Got a feeling they won't be challenging us for the number two seed any longer, especially with their tough schedule.

Portland up early on Toronto, too!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on February 26, 2017, 06:40:27 PM
When AB comes back Terry will be locked completely out of the rotation? right?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on February 26, 2017, 06:41:02 PM
Man, Utah up 24 on Washington! Got a feeling they won't be challenging us for the number two seed any longer, especially with their tough schedule.

Portland up early on Toronto, too!
nah. we are doomed. Remember?

we're lucky to grab the 5 seed at this point.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:41:03 PM
When AB comes back Terry will be locked completely out of the rotation? right?

LOL,.... :D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on February 26, 2017, 06:41:08 PM
Young has to be more aggressive. Obviously he can't run a pick and roll but I'd like to see him given a running start towards the basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 06:41:18 PM
Brown.......is a hard cover.....the kid makes a few twists and shakes and he's gone .

Boy what would Imgive to see Fultz starting with Brown ... ;D

Seriously. Long term I think Brown is better as a 2, but he can cover either so it doesn't really matter.

With this next draft I either want Fultz, Tatum, or Josh Jackson.

Fultz can play 2 (Brown at 3), and then Tatum or Jackson at 3 with Brown at the 2.

Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 06:41:36 PM
Way to not box out from the FT line.  4 point trip for the Pistons.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:41:45 PM
Brown.......is a hard cover.....the kid makes a few twists and shakes and he's gone .

Boy what would Imgive to see Fultz starting with Brown ... ;D

Back court of the future, Baby!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:41:47 PM
Freaking offensive rebound leading to a three..
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:41:50 PM
When AB comes back ?

Who?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 06:42:02 PM
When AB comes back Terry will be locked completely out of the rotation? right?

LOL,.... :D

I figured they were done showcasing him in a potential Nurkic or Noel deal.

Unfortunately Bradley goes down and now he keeps playing...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 06:42:59 PM
Lucky call but we'll take it  8)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 06:43:26 PM
Rozier tried to go under the screen on KCP on that one.  Not smart.  Luckily KCP missed the 3.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 06:43:34 PM
When AB comes back Terry will be locked completely out of the rotation? right?

LOL,.... :D

I figured they were done showcasing him in a potential Nurkic or Noel deal.

Unfortunately Bradley goes down and now he keeps playing...

I could live with Bradley being the GO to scorer off the bench myself......I'm selfish  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:44:00 PM
Man, Utah up 24 on Washington! Got a feeling they won't be challenging us for the number two seed any longer, especially with their tough schedule.

Portland up early on Toronto, too!
nah. we are doomed. Remember?

we're lucky to grab the 5 seed at this point.

I don't know how many people really believe that. I'm not sure that I like our chances against someone like Toronto in the second round (though I think we beat Washington handily), but I really can't see us losing the 2nd seed. That's just a lot of ground to make up after the ASB, especially with no more games against us for the Raptors.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 06:44:49 PM
Tommy point for Amir!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 06:44:56 PM
IT with the defense!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:45:32 PM
Rozier tried to go under the screen on KCP on that one.  Not smart.  Luckily KCP missed the 3.

I'm not sure that I remember a worse defender than Rozier with his kind of physical tools.

At least he's hitting his shots today to make him at least somewhat justifiable to keep out there.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 06:45:51 PM
If Rozier hits that 3 with consistency he becomes really important for that bench unit. He's starting to really put his game together
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on February 26, 2017, 06:47:45 PM
Man, Utah up 24 on Washington! Got a feeling they won't be challenging us for the number two seed any longer, especially with their tough schedule.

Portland up early on Toronto, too!
nah. we are doomed. Remember?

we're lucky to grab the 5 seed at this point.

I don't know how many people really believe that. I'm not sure that I like our chances against someone like Toronto in the second round (though I think we beat Washington handily), but I really can't see us losing the 2nd seed. That's just a lot of ground to make up after the ASB, especially with no more games against us for the Raptors.
yeah I think we could beat Washington too. I also agree that Id rather not play Toronto, so ideally they keep #4 and we keep 2. That way Toronto gets Cle in round 2 and we get Washington(should we win our round 1 series).
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:48:02 PM
Not sure I understand the hate for TZ.  His play is inconsistent and he plays too fast to be in control.  He makes young player mistakes.  But I think he is going to be a valuable rotation player in this league for a long time.  I like him a lot.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:48:20 PM
IT overhelping there.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on February 26, 2017, 06:48:43 PM
Brown.......is a hard cover.....the kid makes a few twists and shakes and he's gone .

Boy what would Imgive to see Fultz starting with Brown ... ;D

Seriously. Long term I think Brown is better as a 2, but he can cover either so it doesn't really matter.

With this next draft I either want Fultz, Tatum, or Josh Jackson.

Fultz can play 2 (Brown at 3), and then Tatum or Jackson at 3 with Brown at the 2.
you are correct that it doesnt matter, but I think Brown is a 3 long term.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:49:34 PM
Rozier tried to go under the screen on KCP on that one.  Not smart.  Luckily KCP missed the 3.

I'm not sure that I remember a worse defender than Rozier with his kind of physical tools.

At least he's hitting his shots today to make him at least somewhat justifiable to keep out there.

If he can defend at even a passible level and could play more in control on the offensive end he'd be a good backup. He is very frustrating to watch.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:50:13 PM
Man, Utah up 24 on Washington! Got a feeling they won't be challenging us for the number two seed any longer, especially with their tough schedule.

Portland up early on Toronto, too!
nah. we are doomed. Remember?

we're lucky to grab the 5 seed at this point.

I don't know how many people really believe that. I'm not sure that I like our chances against someone like Toronto in the second round (though I think we beat Washington handily), but I really can't see us losing the 2nd seed. That's just a lot of ground to make up after the ASB, especially with no more games against us for the Raptors.
yeah I think we could beat Washington too. I also agree that Id rather not play Toronto, so ideally they keep #4 and we keep 2. That way Toronto gets Cle in round 2 and we get Washington(should we win our round 1 series).

Unfortunately, I don't see that happening. Washington has really came back down to Earth, and they probably fall to 4th or worse. Toronto seems primed to take the third spot, but at least we'd have home court advantage against them. If we're fully healthy with HCA, we can beat them, but it'd be tough.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on February 26, 2017, 06:50:23 PM
Not sure I understand the hate for TZ.  His play is inconsistent and he plays too fast to be in control.  He makes young player mistakes.  But I think he is going to be a valuable rotation player in this league for a long time.  I like him a lot.
Hes got a lot of potential for sure, but hes so dumb on defense, hes got tunnel vision on offense and although he is good at making tough shots, he has a history of miserable shot selection and hes just not a good enough scorer to justify how much he kills team offense and defense.

Thats my read on it at least.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 06:51:26 PM
Wow.  Did you guys see that stat on the Pistons feed?  Drummond is averaging almost 19 rebs per game against us this season  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:51:53 PM
Nice follow by Brown! Really like that lineup out there, too - IT, Smart, Brown, Horford, and Amir. Very athletic and a lot of "system" guys that play the right way around IT.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 06:52:24 PM
One of my favorite qualities in Brown is his ability to move without the ball as far as attacking the O-Boards, running in transition, cutting through the lane, and those nasty backcuts that end up in dunks
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 06:52:30 PM
Wow.  Did you guys see that stat on the Pistons feed?  Drummond is averaging almost 19 rebs per game against us this season  :o

Yeah, and I also saw this stat on the Celtics feed.

Worst FT Shooter all time, Drummond at 39%  :o

But yeah Drummond has a field day rebounding against our front court..
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on February 26, 2017, 06:52:35 PM
Good defense. Brings a tear to the eye.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 06:52:48 PM
Maybe even more surprising is that we're 24-20 on the boards so far.  I don't expect that to last, but I'll be pleasantly surprised if it does.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 06:52:48 PM
Drummond's FT shooting hurts his game a ton.  Can't (shouldn't) pay a guy max who can be such a detriment to the team (or on the bench) down the stretch.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:52:49 PM
Have I said how much I love Jaylen!!?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: greece66 on February 26, 2017, 06:53:03 PM
looking good so far
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:54:22 PM
One of my favorite qualities in Brown is his ability to move without the ball as far as attacking the O-Boards, running in transition, cutting through the lane, and those nasty backcuts that end up in dunks

Yep. That's why he plays so much better with the first unit, too. Much better passing around him to find him, along with less attention paid to him and on the others.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 06:55:45 PM
Is Brown in foul trouble? Or did they want Crowder in there?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:56:02 PM
Why do we switch so much with IT knowing how much of a mismatch he is defensively?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 06:56:02 PM
Bad perimeter defense again..
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 06:56:37 PM
not defending the 3 at all and horfords shots out of the post look really awkward
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 06:56:58 PM
What a finish by Smart! Should've been a foul, too!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 06:57:01 PM
Is Brown in foul trouble? Or did they want Crowder in there?

He got a BS offensive foul...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: letsgoblue86 on February 26, 2017, 06:57:04 PM
Horford has no post game..absolute trash
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: makaveli on February 26, 2017, 06:57:45 PM
i'm not a big fan of the post-allstar rotation changes... but hey i guess it will get changed again when avery comes back. It is wierd to see a full bench lineup for full 4-5 minutes. it cost us the last game
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 06:58:52 PM
Yeah maybe I should have contained my Drummond excitement a week ago.

Imagine him on this team and bricking FTs..  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:00:15 PM
i'm not a big fan of the post-allstar rotation changes... but hey i guess it will get changed again when avery comes back. It is wierd to see a full bench lineup for full 4-5 minutes. it cost us the last game

That's been off and on all season long, and it almost never works, especially when we're not fully healthy. I don't understand it either. We're so much better when we stagger IT and Al.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 07:02:45 PM
Well that was some ugly first half shooting by Al
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:02:45 PM
Ridiculous. Absolutely no perimeter D on the three tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 07:02:53 PM
Horford has been terrible with shooting lately.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on February 26, 2017, 07:05:01 PM
Horford is 1-9.

Shades of the 2-14 game against New York.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:05:05 PM
Have I said how much I love Jaylen!!?

No not in past 30 sec
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Tr1boy on February 26, 2017, 07:05:27 PM
Horford is 1-9.

Shades of the 2-14 game against New York.

garbage

25 million a season...step it up horford...geez
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Tr1boy on February 26, 2017, 07:06:25 PM
Horford has no post game..absolute trash

He used to have one until he went trigger happy from the 3 point line

Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: greece66 on February 26, 2017, 07:07:01 PM
Some of the complaints are valid, but come on guys, we have the lead in the Detroit.

We can't be that bad as reading the thread suggests  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:08:32 PM
Some of the complaints are valid, but come on guys, we have the lead in the Detroit.

We can't be that bad as reading the thread suggests  ;D

Can t let these guys and gals go to sleep .....always I serting new material
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 07:10:47 PM
Seriously, what's up with Horford these days.

Hopefully it's just a short term struggle, because we NEED him come playoff time.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 07:12:19 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:13:53 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

I'm handsome as usual
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 07:15:02 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

I'm handsome as usual

Of course, but that is a known fact.  I want to know about the less certain progress of the guys in Green.   ;D 
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 07:16:35 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 07:18:06 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?

Jaylen has been awesome lately.  He's made progress so quickly, esp relative to our other draft picks.  Surprising he hasn't been getting more love around here.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: A Future of Stevens on February 26, 2017, 07:19:09 PM
Love you Jaylen.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 07:19:47 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?

Jaylen has been awesome lately.  He's made progress so quickly, esp relative to our other draft picks.  Surprising he hasn't been getting more love around here.

Don't worry, he will.

Horford has been bad tonight. Hopefully this is just a mini slump for him.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:20:23 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

I'm handsome as usual

Of course, but that is a known fact.  I want to know about the less certain progress of the guys in Green.   ;D

Oh.....of course you do......Jalen is playing like the 3 pick we hoped he would.   Smooth .....Mamba like.

IT play n good

Horford can't hit a bull in the arse .

Drummond toying with Celtics bigs
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: csfansince60s on February 26, 2017, 07:20:53 PM
Anybody else hear Abby and Blakely during a break in the 2nd qtr  "report" that the Cavs got both Bogut and Williams?

Nothing definitive anywhere about that. Just conjecture in tweets from early this p.m..

EDIT: They started the report off with "the rich get richer".

Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:21:13 PM
Hayward coming up big in Washington to put the Wiz away. Already doing big things for the C's!  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 07:22:22 PM
Have I said how much I love Jaylen!!?

No not in past 30 sec

Well then let me say it again!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 07:22:30 PM
Hayward coming up big in Washington to put the Wiz away. Already doing big things for the C's!  :P

Probably should have seen this before posting it in his thread  :P

My bad haha
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 07:23:55 PM
Horford is 1-9.

Shades of the 2-14 game against New York.

garbage

25 million a season...step it up horford...geez

isnt it even 28 mil.?  :-\
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: yelkao on February 26, 2017, 07:24:09 PM
This extended half time is annoying me.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 07:24:43 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?

Jaylen has been awesome lately.  He's made progress so quickly, esp relative to our other draft picks.  Surprising he hasn't been getting more love around here.

Highest pick we've since.. is it Bias? It was Chauncey!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 07:26:33 PM
Shouldn't they have done this ceremony before the game? This has been like a superbowl type half time delay. It's ridiculous.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 07:27:26 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?

Jaylen has been awesome lately.  He's made progress so quickly, esp relative to our other draft picks.  Surprising he hasn't been getting more love around here.

Highest pick we've since.. is it Bias?

Billups
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:27:50 PM
Oh my goodness, how long has Rip been talking for?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:28:07 PM
Get n teared up watching the Piston luv fest .....bah meh ....

NOT
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 07:28:16 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?

Jaylen has been awesome lately.  He's made progress so quickly, esp relative to our other draft picks.  Surprising he hasn't been getting more love around here.

Highest pick we've since.. is it Bias?

I just (successfully) ordered a Bias Maryland jersey from a non-reputable company in China.  Niced framed addition to the home office.  :)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 07:28:20 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?

Jaylen has been awesome lately.  He's made progress so quickly, esp relative to our other draft picks.  Surprising he hasn't been getting more love around here.

Highest pick we've since.. is it Bias?

Billups

Yup, thanks...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:28:41 PM
Oh my goodness, how long has Rip been talking for?


Century now
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 07:29:57 PM
He's just getting to thanking his family. FFS. Did he cover the janitors yet?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:30:01 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?

Jaylen has been awesome lately.  He's made progress so quickly, esp relative to our other draft picks.  Surprising he hasn't been getting more love around here.

Highest pick we've since.. is it Bias?

I just (successfully) ordered a Bias Maryland jersey from a non-reputable company in China.  Niced framed addition to the home office.  :)

All class .  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Clench123 on February 26, 2017, 07:30:26 PM
Did he realize the game is still going on?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: yelkao on February 26, 2017, 07:30:40 PM
Shouldn't they have done this ceremony before the game? This has been like a superbowl type half time delay. It's ridiculous.

I don't understand why this didn't just take 15 minutes. Like, that's all they needed.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: makaveli on February 26, 2017, 07:30:58 PM
i got respect for you Rip, but come on!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:31:27 PM
Brutal half time ever
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 07:31:48 PM
This is going to be a whole new game out there, both teams are going to go cold unless they are sitting in a microwave right now
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on February 26, 2017, 07:32:29 PM
"oh they calling me off?"
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 07:32:50 PM
How are the gentlemen looking this evening?

Same old same old.

Should be up 15. Instead only up 4.

From the eye test, getting mauled in the front court, but what's new.

We love Jaylen. We love IT. We love Smart. And did I forget to say we love Jaylen?

Jaylen has been awesome lately.  He's made progress so quickly, esp relative to our other draft picks.  Surprising he hasn't been getting more love around here.

Highest pick we've since.. is it Bias?

I just (successfully) ordered a Bias Maryland jersey from a non-reputable company in China.  Niced framed addition to the home office.  :)

All class .  ;D

We all have our moments...  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Atzar on February 26, 2017, 07:32:52 PM
Should have done this before the game, but I thought it was cool anyway.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: A Future of Stevens on February 26, 2017, 07:33:18 PM
Oh my goodness, how long has Rip been talking for?

I will put it this way, I fell asleep watching it, and after waking up and reloading the stream, he was still talking.....
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: danglertx on February 26, 2017, 07:33:31 PM
This isn't Jordan, its Rip Hamilton.  Extending halftime at all for him seems like a stretch.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Ogaju on February 26, 2017, 07:34:05 PM
Great tribute for Rip Hamilton by Detroit.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:34:43 PM
Crickets
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 07:34:58 PM
Does Pierce get his number retired next season? When does KG get his?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:36:36 PM
My league pass kinda went ka put ....

Did Rip put the network staff to sleep too  8)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 07:37:54 PM
With all the 3's that are jacked in today's league, I wish Rip was still in the league.  I liked him a lot as a player and that 2004 championship Pistons team was great to watch.  Plus they beat the Lakers of all teams.

I don't mind the extra time to pay him tribute.  Well deserved.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 07:41:02 PM
good to see 1st quarter Crowder out there
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: csfansince60s on February 26, 2017, 07:41:15 PM
Does Pierce get his number retired next season? When does KG get his?

They should retire the Captain's number when the Horriors are in town. Then that piece of garbage, D Green can witness an honor that he will NEVER get for himself.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:41:25 PM
Apparently we need to start making extended halftimes a regular thing lol
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:42:15 PM
Long as somebody wakes IT up.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:43:15 PM
Jaylen getting the rookie call there.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 07:44:07 PM
Regardless what you think about him being here long term...

You have to admit, the way Isaiah can score 20+ every game (even games he struggles in) is impressive.

About to do it for the 44th straight time tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 07:44:20 PM
Jaylen getting the rookie call there.

Yeah, cheap call...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:44:39 PM
Jaylen getting the rookie call there.


He ll fix that problem one day ......mark my word
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 07:45:19 PM
My league pass kinda went ka put ....

Did Rip put the network staff to sleep too  8)

it's "kaputt"  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 07:46:38 PM
Does Pierce get his number retired next season? When does KG get his?

They should retire the Captain's number when the Horriors are in town. Then that piece of garbage, D Green can witness an honor that he will NEVER get for himself.
or maybe retire the number against the Lakers and have Pierce tweet draymond the video
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 07:46:54 PM
luckily ITs prayers are falling
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:47:58 PM
Drummond going on Shaqtin for that one! lol
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 07:48:08 PM
Oh boy.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 07:48:29 PM
Well that was a bad sequence by both sides...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 07:48:46 PM
wow
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:49:36 PM
Alright, refs, this isn't about you. Let them freaking play.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 07:50:13 PM
Sloppy right now. Call a time out.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 07:50:15 PM
This team is so blowout averse.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:50:45 PM
My league pass kinda went ka put ....

Did Rip put the network staff to sleep too  8)

it's "kaputt"  ;D

Thanks ....my eyes are barely open ..TP
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: chilidawg on February 26, 2017, 07:51:44 PM
Regardless what you think about him being here long term...

You have to admit, the way Isaiah can score 20+ every game (even games he struggles in) is impressive.

About to do it for the 44th straight time tonight.

Scoring 20 points when you shoot poorly (but often) and turn the ball over a lot is not impressive, it's how you lose games.  Not doing that tonight, but that was the case against Toronto.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:52:55 PM
IT back to forcing crap  and turning it over.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 07:53:21 PM
Regardless what you think about him being here long term...

You have to admit, the way Isaiah can score 20+ every game (even games he struggles in) is impressive.

About to do it for the 44th straight time tonight.

Scoring 20 points when you shoot poorly (but often) and turn the ball over a lot is not impressive, it's how you lose games.  Not doing that tonight, but that was the case against Toronto.

Isaiah is probably the most efficient, low turnover percentage, high usage player in the league.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 07:53:38 PM
IT back to forcing crap  and turning it over.

IT giveth and IT taketh away
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 07:54:26 PM
Drummond getting some calls.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:55:11 PM
Too reliant on IT isos once again. What happened to this team ball that got us the lead in the first place?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 07:55:44 PM
Well, come playoff time, expect either blowout losses, or tight Celtics wins.

Because these guys just can't hold/maintain a big lead at all..  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 07:55:45 PM
IT getting really sloppy...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:56:17 PM
KO has bricked like 3 wide open threes so far tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 07:56:29 PM
These past few minutes have been straight up embarrassing.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 07:56:32 PM
another big lead wasted...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 07:56:36 PM
OMG. What are they doing
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 07:56:47 PM
IT iso won't win us many games. Ball movement will.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: csfansince60s on February 26, 2017, 07:56:50 PM
Tired, ragged play by our guys.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: yelkao on February 26, 2017, 07:57:20 PM
This hurts me
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 07:57:38 PM
Too much hotdog ball. PASS IT!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:58:19 PM
We really, really, really, really, really miss AB's offense and shooting.

IT isn't going superman anymore, so now we're being exposed.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 07:58:50 PM
The offense is in complete shambles right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 07:59:05 PM
wow just terrible all over the place...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 07:59:13 PM
And now Smart starting to force because nothing else is working.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 07:59:19 PM
We are literally Drummond FT's away from being down here.

Lucky he's bricking them.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Darío SpanishFan on February 26, 2017, 08:00:06 PM
I don't know what annoys me the most, whether the refs' whistling concert or our inability to rebound consistently.

Honorable mentions: Isaiah forcing plays again and our usual big lead wasted.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:00:07 PM
Does that ball have butter on it?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:00:12 PM
Ugly, ugly basketball.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:00:33 PM
I don want to pay for kelly this summer...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:01:21 PM
Atlanta tomorrow. Cleveland Wednesday. NOT EASY.

MUST WIN tonight C's.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Atzar on February 26, 2017, 08:01:27 PM
Why does this team consistently forget how to pass in the third quarter? 

Team isn't playing to its strengths right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:01:32 PM
I don want to pay for kelly this summer...

Nope.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 08:03:11 PM
Not a good possession but that was a huge 3 by Rozier.  He's giving us some timely points right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:03:13 PM
Nice work by TZ
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 08:03:26 PM
I don want to pay for kelly this summer...

Nope.
At This point he might play himself out of getting paid.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:03:32 PM
Lol of course Rozier is having a hell of an offensive game to help us out.

I will say this - this is one of the reasons to have a Rozier type off the bench. When nothing else is working,  at least he can come in and at least try to get his own offense. His athleticism allows him to do that.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:03:50 PM
Amir has more rebounds than Drummond  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 08:04:20 PM
T Roz with a good game tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:04:43 PM
I don want to pay for kelly this summer...

Nope.
At This point he might play himself out of getting paid.

He will get Leuer type money.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:05:06 PM
Marcus basically was getting molested by Ish Smith there, and he barely got the call at the last minute.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 08:07:31 PM
Terry Rozier does not believe in 2-for-1.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:08:09 PM
I don want to pay for kelly this summer...

Nope.
At This point he might play himself out of getting paid.

He will get Leuer type money.

four-year, $42 million
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:08:14 PM
And then back to bad Rozier with two terrible possessions in a row offensively and defensively.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:09:01 PM
Detroit crew praising Danny for his work done, yet people here want his head ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 08:09:50 PM
Detroit crew praising Danny for his work done, yet people here want his head ::)
wouldn't have it any other way
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:10:44 PM
Raptors up 4 with 6 to go.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:11:34 PM
SMART!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:11:48 PM
Can't wait to see that again.  VERY Cobra-like take back by Marcus.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:12:14 PM
Raptors up 4 with 6 to go.

PJ Tucker with one rebound tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: chilidawg on February 26, 2017, 08:12:58 PM
Regardless what you think about him being here long term...

You have to admit, the way Isaiah can score 20+ every game (even games he struggles in) is impressive.

About to do it for the 44th straight time tonight.

Scoring 20 points when you shoot poorly (but often) and turn the ball over a lot is not impressive, it's how you lose games.  Not doing that tonight, but that was the case against Toronto.

Isaiah is probably the most efficient, low turnover percentage, high usage player in the league.

True that.  My point was that scoring 20 points when you don't play well isn't impressive.  And as well as IT has played in general, some games he forces it and it costs us.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:13:42 PM
Raptors up 4 with 6 to go.

PJ Tucker with one rebound tonight.

On the other hand, Ibaka with 14 pts, 8 rebs, 2 asts, 2 stls, and 1 blk. Would've been nice to have that type of production out of one of our bigs.  >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:13:50 PM
Detroit crew praising Danny for his work done, yet people here want his head ::)

I see it both ways. After the Cousins trade, I think a lot of people thought Danny could have gotten him without including the Nets pick.

But I doubt anyone we would have brought in could help us beat the Cavs or Warriors.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:14:33 PM
My God, KO has been absolutely terrible tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:14:51 PM
how can we still be up, while playing so terrible?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:14:56 PM
Back to awful Kelly. 

He can't hardly dribble now.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:15:15 PM
I still don't see the hype for Kelly..
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:16:04 PM
I still don't see the hype for Kelly..

Is there some hype about Kelly?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:16:06 PM
Yeah, Kelly can't pull it together.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:16:34 PM
Brown with the nice steal...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:16:49 PM
I still don't see the hype for Kelly..

Is there some hype about Kelly?

"Unique skill set", "good stretch big", etc. etc.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:17:11 PM
SMART!! Mr. BIG TIME CLUTCH PLAYER!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:17:17 PM
I love Marcus!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:17:43 PM
SMART. AND-1
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:18:37 PM
I still don't see the hype for Kelly..

Is there some hype about Kelly?

"Unique skill set", "good stretch big", etc. etc.

Somebody will pay him 10+ a year.  I hope it's not us.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:19:07 PM
wow this game gets worse and worse
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: fantankerous on February 26, 2017, 08:19:29 PM
I still don't see the hype for Kelly..

Olynyk needs to satisfice rather than optimize.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 08:20:12 PM
Yeah, Kelly can't pull it together.
Sad part is he has more points than Horford
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 08:20:15 PM
This is atrocious basketball. This is what happens with Brown. He kills it, but then is penalized because he doesn't touch the ball and everybody that can't play isolation basketball becomes ball dominant
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:20:36 PM
Smart again!

Did anyone else see that they are 12-26 on free throws? lol
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:20:52 PM
Oh no, I have to listen to Dominique tomorrow night. :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:21:49 PM
Hmm, our bigs have been absolutely terrible? What else is new.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:22:00 PM
Horford struggling big time..
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:22:48 PM
WHAT THE FREAK IS IT DOING?! Sit his arse, Brad! Stop those freaking forced, terrible shots!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 08:23:10 PM
Just launching up bricks out there.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:23:29 PM
UGLY GAME.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:23:35 PM
Our two "stars" are losing this game for us once again..
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 08:23:50 PM
This is atrocious basketball. This is why the Celtics desperately need another scorer who can create their own shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:23:57 PM
wow just end this terrible game already...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:24:04 PM
What offense are they running?

Come on CBS!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 08:24:32 PM
C'mon Celts pick it up. We are going to win this, let's lock it up early
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:24:46 PM
wow just end this terrible game already...

If this game was a horse they'd shoot it!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:25:22 PM
Our two "stars" are losing this game for us once again..

Hortford looks like an old man.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:25:24 PM
"Exciting basketball right here in the palace"

LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:25:29 PM
What offense are they running?

Come on CBS!

Junk YMC offense!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: apc on February 26, 2017, 08:25:37 PM
Wow Good D by pistons but still...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:25:53 PM
Terrible offense right now.  Feeling like the Toronto game -- against a worse opponent.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:26:11 PM
What offense are they running?

Come on CBS!

Junk YMC offense!

Tp
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:26:19 PM
Our two "stars" are losing this game for us once again..

Hortford looks like an old man.

Yep, he's been atrocious offensively. IT was at least good for three quarters, but for several games in a row now this whole "Mr 4th Quarter" stuff has gone to his head and he's forced terrible possessions up way too much.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: TheLegendaryClub on February 26, 2017, 08:26:46 PM
Just turned the game on - this is the worst our pace and body language has looked all season. Post All-Star malaise? Is that a thing?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:27:19 PM
Therre you go, IT! THAT is a good shot that's not forced.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:27:42 PM
IT!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:27:50 PM
Therre you go, IT! THAT is a good shot that's not forced.

Spoke too soon.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:29:11 PM
Celtics rebounding tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 08:29:42 PM
This inability to rebound is going to be the death of me.  And the Celtics in the playoffs.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:29:46 PM
WOW REBOUND ALREADY! ATLEAST ON FREE THROWS!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:31:11 PM
Brad goes super small again, as soon as he does we give up TWO FREAKING OFFENSIVE REBOUNDS ON FREE THROWS.

What the hell are you thinking, Brad?! This super small lineup is absolutely atrocious statistically.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:31:11 PM
Are you kidding me? Jeez.  Get the dang ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: apc on February 26, 2017, 08:31:12 PM
Embarrassing ! No rebounds .
4 guys on offense just looking for IT.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:31:17 PM
Celtics have to work too hard for 4th quarter baskets and rebounds.  They have to find a legit big man.

Good thing it's a pg draft. :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: esel1000 on February 26, 2017, 08:31:52 PM
Hack a Drummond is useless if you can't get the board... why are we small right now?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:32:22 PM
This inability to rebound is going to be the death of me.  And the Celtics in the playoffs.

What are you talking about? Danny *clearly* said we don't need a rebounder, so obviously we don't.

And Brad plays super small unnecessarily anyways, so what's the point? lol
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: apc on February 26, 2017, 08:32:28 PM
I have about 50% confidence in the team getting out of the first round.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: MBunge on February 26, 2017, 08:32:51 PM
Just turned the game on - this is the worst our pace and body language has looked all season. Post All-Star malaise? Is that a thing?

It's so weird to see this team go from a grind-it-out group the past two seasons to a play-in-rhythm bunch this season with the same coach and largely the same personnel.  They lose their mojo so quickly.

Mike
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: BadNewsBarnes on February 26, 2017, 08:32:52 PM
How many times have they failed to get a rebound after a missed FB?  Pathetic.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:33:05 PM
Go small, yet we still can't guard the perimeter...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Draft XIV on February 26, 2017, 08:34:18 PM
A rebound please.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: A Future of Stevens on February 26, 2017, 08:34:57 PM
Imagine Drummond shot fts at IT4s clip? My god.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:35:01 PM
Hack a Drummond is useless if you can't get the board... why are we small right now?

Absolutely no reason whatsoever right now. These lineups are atrocious statistically, yet Brad always goes to them.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:36:02 PM
These refs!  :police:
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:36:14 PM
That's an absolutely terrible call.  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 08:36:17 PM
Awful call
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:36:50 PM
These refs must have an agenda against BOS or something..
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: MBunge on February 26, 2017, 08:36:52 PM
Hack a Drummond is useless if you can't get the board... why are we small right now?

Absolutely no reason whatsoever right now. These lineups are atrocious statistically, yet Brad always goes to them.

There is something quite Rondo-esque about Stevens' stubbornness.  He KNOWS it should work no matter how many times it fails.

Mike
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:37:25 PM
Wow Marcus
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 08:37:28 PM
Marcus Smart is the best.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:37:31 PM
THANK GOD FOR MARCUS SMART! The only freaking reliable player we have right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:37:37 PM
Pistons shooting over 30 FT not fantastic basketball by any means.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:37:50 PM
IT getting dominated on the defensive end...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:38:11 PM
Nice Jaylen -- make these.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:39:19 PM
Yeah, I'm convinced this league is rigged. Obviously they don't want the Celtics to ruin the homecourt advantage of the Cavs. How many game changing calls this team have suffered already?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:39:22 PM
Too small.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: TheLegendaryClub on February 26, 2017, 08:39:26 PM
Just turned the game on - this is the worst our pace and body language has looked all season. Post All-Star malaise? Is that a thing?

It's so weird to see this team go from a grind-it-out group the past two seasons to a play-in-rhythm bunch this season with the same coach and largely the same personnel.  They lose their mojo so quickly.

Mike

This is so true. When the shots are falling and things feel good, this team plays great basketball. When the shots stop falling, the wind leaves their sails and they don't know how to will their way to a win. (Too deferential to IT?) They need to figure that out if they want to avoid another first-round exit.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:41:28 PM
YEEEESSSS  JAYLEN!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 08:41:30 PM
JAYLEN!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 08:41:34 PM
Wow.  HUGE shot by Jaylen Brown.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 08:41:35 PM
And 1 3 from the rookie!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:41:41 PM
Big time!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2017, 08:41:41 PM
Yes!!  3 and a 1!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:41:45 PM
FREAKING JAYLEN BROWN!!

I'm about ready to trade all the old guys and just let the young-uns out there!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:41:47 PM
Celtics aside from Smart is shook. Needs to regroup quickly.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:41:50 PM
54 free throws in a game is a lot!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:42:00 PM
AND THEN MARCUS SMART WITH THE BIG PLAY!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 08:42:03 PM
Jaylen Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ing Brown
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:42:06 PM
Marcus Smart is fantastic.

MS and JB tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 08:42:14 PM
And who else - Smart making another hustle play and getting to the FT line.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:42:21 PM
Marcus is the team MVP!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2017, 08:42:21 PM
got to love Smart.  anyone that continues to call for trading him is nuts
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:42:25 PM
SMART!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Atzar on February 26, 2017, 08:42:26 PM
Marcus Smart makes plays that win you basketball games.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 08:42:36 PM
All the TP's for Marcus!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: esel1000 on February 26, 2017, 08:42:39 PM
JAYLEN
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:42:47 PM
Jaylen Brown is the man!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:42:57 PM
Marcus Smart is fantastic.

MS and JB tonight

Future looks bright  8) 8)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:43:11 PM
award for the strangest ugliest game of the season  ???
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: positivitize on February 26, 2017, 08:43:12 PM
SMART AND BROWN ARE CELTICS!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: alewilliam789 on February 26, 2017, 08:43:15 PM
Brown baby!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 08:43:17 PM
Jaylen and Smart are absolute studmuffins. 
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Draft XIV on February 26, 2017, 08:43:22 PM
Great Jaylen!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on February 26, 2017, 08:43:25 PM
Jaylen Brown.

Kid, you gon do well...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:43:27 PM
Brown and Smart won us this game tonight when IT (the 4th) and Al (the entire game) failed us, let alone most of the other guys.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:43:38 PM
GOOD REBOUND JAE!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:43:39 PM
got to love Smart.  anyone that continues to call for trading him is nuts

They better offer Lebron
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:43:44 PM
I like our JB!

And Smart is extraordinary.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: merkins on February 26, 2017, 08:44:00 PM
Wow how quick did Detriot go from drivers seat to brink of losing.  KCP chucking bombs
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: greece66 on February 26, 2017, 08:44:11 PM
Jaylen + Marcus

what can I say... we are blessed <3 <3 <3
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Chief on February 26, 2017, 08:44:15 PM
Jaylen Brown.

Kid, you gon do well...

Downtown Jaylen Brown
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 08:44:19 PM
Smart does the stuff you really can't quantify in stats. He just makes plays down the stretch. You want that guy on the court in crunch time.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:44:30 PM
Brown and Smart won us this game tonight when IT (the 4th) and Al (the entire game) failed us, let alone most of the other guys.

I was going to say the same thing. But 25 seconds still left.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: danglertx on February 26, 2017, 08:44:31 PM
Tough tough team.  Physically tough, mentally tough.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: makaveli on February 26, 2017, 08:44:38 PM
you can make a highlight reel of marcus's season without him making a single bucket, and you could watch it all day long
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Tr1boy on February 26, 2017, 08:44:48 PM
Jaylen + Smart

Future!

Smart is crazy lol
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:45:17 PM
Smart does the stuff you really can't quantify in stats. He just makes plays down the stretch. You want that guy on the court in crunch time.

The real Mr. 4th quarter  8)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on February 26, 2017, 08:45:21 PM
Smart has been outstanding this whole season. Every game he gives everything.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Tr1boy on February 26, 2017, 08:45:52 PM
IT4 has to learn to reconize the double team much quicker
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on February 26, 2017, 08:45:59 PM
Jaylen is raising that trade value tonight.

Marcus Smart, boy I'd be upset if we trade him. I'd really be. He just makes winning plays.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:46:19 PM
Why aren't DET calling timeouts?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:46:37 PM
https://twitter.com/NEPD_Loyko/status/836028628706148352?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

Quote
While Reggie Jackson and IT go hero ball head to head, Jaylen Brown [and Marcus Smart] might have saved the game for C's.

Truest tweet ever. IT 1-7 in the 4th, letting the whole 4th Quarter stuff go to his head. And Jackson was always a chucker.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:46:37 PM
Why the foul by Isaiah there?  Really?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 08:46:46 PM
FREE JIMMY BUCKETS!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on February 26, 2017, 08:46:50 PM
That's the 4th time we've failed to rebound off a missed free throw.  That's 4 times too many.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Atzar on February 26, 2017, 08:47:06 PM
Brown and Smart won us this game tonight when IT (the 4th) and Al (the entire game) failed us, let alone most of the other guys.

Eh.  Al can't throw it in the ocean right now, but he's played well in other phases of the game.  9 rebounds, 5 assists, a block and no turnovers.  His shooting isn't the part that I'm worried about; that will bounce back.  I just don't need the games where he only takes four shots, doesn't move the ball and doesn't attack the glass. 
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: liam on February 26, 2017, 08:47:12 PM
Jaylen is raising that trade value tonight.

Marcus Smart, boy I'd be upset if we trade him. I'd really be. He just makes winning plays.

Jaylen Brown isn't going anywhere!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:47:19 PM
LOL wow. Another rebound off FT's?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:47:19 PM
and another offensive rebound on free throws...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2017, 08:48:28 PM
I know we're not the biggest team and we're really small out there now but how is this team so god awful on basic FT rebounding tonight?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 08:48:32 PM
I love how JB plays with the starters. It's obviously awesome that AB is coming back, but it's gonna be a bummer to see Jaylen relegated to the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:48:47 PM
Smart especially, but he and Jaylen absolutely won this game.

Also, good help on the defensive boards in the 4th by Jae.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Tr1boy on February 26, 2017, 08:49:02 PM
IT4 looks really banged up
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: greece66 on February 26, 2017, 08:49:04 PM
Great win.

Detroit gave all it had. This was a very intense game.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:49:18 PM
LOL the CSN feed.

"No stars for the Lakers?"  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Atzar on February 26, 2017, 08:49:21 PM
Credit to Jae.  We need everybody to step up if we're going to be an adequate rebounding team.  Tonight, he did. 
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:49:45 PM
this win still feels bad cause we played terrible...
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:49:49 PM
Lets be fair, we are LUCKY.

They missed a TON of FT's. UGLY WIN.

But a W nonetheless 8)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 08:50:32 PM
LOL the CSN feed.

"No stars for the Lakers?"  :laugh:
I had quite a LOL from that one.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:50:46 PM
Terrible choice for Player of the Game.  IT was NOT the player of this game for the C's.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jpotter33 on February 26, 2017, 08:51:20 PM
I love how JB plays with the starters. It's obviously awesome that AB is coming back, but it's gonna be a bummer to see Jaylen relegated to the bench.

I wouldn't be so sure about that. Bradley has been out a long while, and for continuity's sake Brad might just keep him off the bench for now. Bradley and Smart already have a good playing relationship, so it'd work. And might as well keep Jaylen playing well with the first unit.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Phantom255x on February 26, 2017, 08:51:20 PM
IT wasn't great 2nd half.

Still had 33 points. Dude is definitely a scorer no doubt.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 08:51:32 PM
Terrible choice for Player of the Game.  IT was NOT the player of this game for the C's.

He quietly put up 33 points
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 08:51:34 PM
A win is a win. Great stuff from Jaylen and Marcus.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on February 26, 2017, 08:51:39 PM
Wow wow wow. A great. Win
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Tr1boy on February 26, 2017, 08:51:57 PM
Terrible choice for Player of the Game.  IT was NOT the player of this game for the C's.

well he had 32 pts or whatever

Teams are now ganging up, banging him big time

need more heroics from Brown moving fwd
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on February 26, 2017, 08:52:02 PM
Bullet dodged on this one. Thankfully, Marcus Smart plays one step ahead of everyone else on the court.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: fairweatherfan on February 26, 2017, 08:52:59 PM
Only saw the end there but every road win's a good win, and doubly so when Washington also loses.  2 seed and 50+ wins, keep it going!!
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:53:01 PM
lol scal liked how we rebounded the ball  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 08:53:06 PM
I love how JB plays with the starters. It's obviously awesome that AB is coming back, but it's gonna be a bummer to see Jaylen relegated to the bench.

I wouldn't be so sure about that. Bradley has been out a long while, and for continuity's sake Brad might just keep him off the bench for now. Bradley and Smart already have a good playing relationship, so it'd work. And might as well keep Jaylen playing well with the first unit.

Maybe for a game or two, but I doubt even that.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2017, 08:53:06 PM
LOL the CSN feed.

"No stars for the Lakers?"  :laugh:
was looking for those people here who complained about not taking Randle over Smart to say Randle's picture should have been posted as their 'star'  ;)    haven't seen those posters commenting on that for a little while now
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: MBunge on February 26, 2017, 08:53:30 PM
A good effort win after crumbling against Toronto but this may be the least dominating 50 win team in league history.  You know they can play at an elite level but would anyon be surprised if they lost to the 7th seed in the first round?

Mike
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Atzar on February 26, 2017, 08:53:59 PM
Good win.  Outrebounded a very good rebounding team.  I don't know why our offense loses its identity coming out of halftime.  It cost us the game against Toronto, but tonight we gutted it out.

Props to Jae, Smart, Brown, and Rozier. 
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 08:54:19 PM
lol scal liked how we rebounded the ball  :o
we out-rebounded em by 7
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: MJohnnyboy on February 26, 2017, 08:54:28 PM
Best number from tonight: 3.

That's how many games the Celtics lead Washington and Toronto by in the eastern conference playoff standings.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Atzar on February 26, 2017, 08:55:56 PM
lol scal liked how we rebounded the ball  :o

We rebounded the ball well.  Go look at the stats.  Detroit rebounds well, but we out-rebounded them 52-45.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: slamtheking on February 26, 2017, 08:55:58 PM
Terrible choice for Player of the Game.  IT was NOT the player of this game for the C's.

well he had 32 pts or whatever

Teams are now ganging up, banging him big time

need more heroics from Brown moving fwd
better plays from everyone
fixed that for you.

Detroit played IT how we can expect to see other teams play against him in the playoffs.  make him give  up the ball or kill himself (and the team) playing hero ball
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: apc on February 26, 2017, 08:55:58 PM
Saved by Smart and Brown.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: manl_lui on February 26, 2017, 08:56:49 PM
Smart and Brown, the hustle guys! Man this team will be special in another year or two...Brown is improving quicker than I thought
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on February 26, 2017, 08:57:41 PM
lol scal liked how we rebounded the ball  :o

We rebounded the ball well.  Go look at the stats.  Detroit rebounds well, but we out-rebounded them 52-45.

anytime u give up 6 offensive rebounds on free throws u didnt rebound "well".
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Tr1boy on February 26, 2017, 08:59:53 PM
A good effort win after crumbling against Toronto but this may be the least dominating 50 win team in league history.  You know they can play at an elite level but would anyon be surprised if they lost to the 7th seed in the first round?

Mike

I won't be surprised

fans can expect more next season

Brown needs to start and Crowder come off the bench.  Replace Amir with a better PF

Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 09:03:38 PM
Jaylen Brown is horribly overrated in these parts.  When all is said and done, I expect Timothe Luwawu to have a better career.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: letsgoblue86 on February 26, 2017, 09:06:27 PM
Jaylen Brown is horribly overrated in these parts.  When all is said and done, I expect Timothe Luwawu to have a better career.
Is this serious?
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: drogbagarnett on February 26, 2017, 09:09:11 PM
Jaylen + Marcus

what can I say... we are blessed <3 <3 <3

It's called high lottery picks!!

Lets bring Josh Jackson this year!!

Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 09:10:04 PM
Jaylen Brown is horribly overrated in these parts.  When all is said and done, I expect Timothe Luwawu to have a better career.
Is this serious?
Josh Jackson is the GOAT
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jdz101 on February 26, 2017, 09:13:23 PM
Jaylen Brown is horribly overrated in these parts.  When all is said and done, I expect Timothe Luwawu to have a better career.

A completely ridiculous statement

After watching both this year I have no idea how you could come to that conclusion....
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Celtics4ever on February 26, 2017, 09:13:25 PM
Nice win but Bad Kelly showed up tonite.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: max215 on February 26, 2017, 09:15:54 PM
Nice win but Bad Kelly showed up tonite.

He was painful to watch.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Cman on February 26, 2017, 09:19:29 PM
A win is a win. Great stuff from Jaylen and Marcus.

Basically my sentiment as well. There not all great Ws but I'll take em.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on February 26, 2017, 09:24:05 PM
I was trolling, guys.  JB just supplanted Ryan Reynolds as my man-crush.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: PAOBoston on February 26, 2017, 09:35:27 PM
Per Sean Grande:

18th time C's have won rebounding battle against opponent. 17-1 in those games.

Sometimes it's about rebounding as a unit and putting in the effort.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Denis998 on February 26, 2017, 09:38:47 PM
Per Sean Grande:

18th time C's have won rebounding battle against opponent. 17-1 in those games.

Sometimes it's about rebounding as a unit and putting in the effort.
I don't know whats more surprising, the fact that we are 17-1 in those games, or that we actually out rebounded the other team in 18 games this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on February 26, 2017, 09:42:34 PM
I love how JB plays with the starters. It's obviously awesome that AB is coming back, but it's gonna be a bummer to see Jaylen relegated to the bench.


Yeah .....hard leaving your " new Ferrari " parked on the bench ..... ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Tr1boy on February 26, 2017, 09:58:46 PM
Nice win but Bad Kelly showed up tonite.

KO ready to settle for 10 million a season

Inconsistent at best
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: mr. dee on February 26, 2017, 10:01:50 PM
Nice win but Bad Kelly showed up tonite.

KO ready to settle for 10 million a season

Inconsistent at best

Danny will settle for minimum  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: jambr380 on February 26, 2017, 10:06:23 PM
A lot of hate for KO after one bad game. Before this, he was playing EXTREMELY well for a pretty good stretch. JJ has been absolutely putrid for some time now (the mask isn't helping) and we seem to be glossing over that.

Anyway, great way to finish off the win tonight. Nothing I enjoy seeing more than Smart, Brown, and even Rozier performing. The effort on the boards down the stretch from Crowder was also encouraging.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: BitterJim on February 26, 2017, 10:14:31 PM
Nice win but Bad Kelly showed up tonite.

KO ready to settle for 10 million a season

Inconsistent at best

This is a list of players that signed for $10 to just over $11 million last season (the range you want to pay Kelly in):

Courtney Lee
Solomon Hill
John Leuer
Joe Johnson
Al Jefferson
Jared Dudley
Mirza Teletovich

Even when he struggles, Kelly's worth more than those guys.  $10 million might have been okay before the jump, but now it would be a really insulting offer.  I don't know if he'll end up signing here (since Danny will be trying for a max FA), but he'll be getting much more than $10 million next year.  And if we aren't willing to give it to him what he deserves, teams will be lining up looking to sign him.  He's not a max player, but he's absolutely worth ~$15 million a year under the new cap.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: slightly biased bias fan on February 27, 2017, 12:23:06 AM
Interesting stats to come from tonights game;

- Andre Drummond grabbed 71 rebounds in 4 games against C's (most in 24 years)
- Isaiah Thomas: scored at least 20 points in Celtics-record 43 consecutive games, led team in scoring in 23 straight
- Jaylen Brown now 13 for 25 (52%) on corner 3s. He's 12 for 49 (24.5%) from above the break.
- Boston out rebounded Detroit 52-45, 18th time they've won rebounding this year (they're 17-1 out of those 18)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on February 27, 2017, 12:31:25 AM
I love how JB plays with the starters. It's obviously awesome that AB is coming back, but it's gonna be a bummer to see Jaylen relegated to the bench.


Yeah .....hard leaving your " new Ferrari " parked on the bench ..... ;D
I still think he's going to get plenty of minutes. Some other guys may see their minutes scaled back a bit.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Celtics4ever on February 27, 2017, 07:12:24 AM
Quote
KO ready to settle for 10 million a season

Agree, he should not command more than Leuer who makes 12 million a year.  10-12 million is what he real value is I think.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Darío SpanishFan on February 27, 2017, 07:22:40 AM
When Crowder helps rebounding as he would every night, we are a much better team.

However, I can't remember a season when we don't have blowout wins/losses (well, so little amount of them) and starters have to play so many minutes. I'm starting to watch Isaiah as the primary cause for that, scoring in bunches and getting scored in bunches as well. This notion of not giving the starters rest at the end of some closed games can be very harmful in postseason. Our best players may be burnt (Body and mind) because of our physical game, each night is a war.

No hard criticism, just figuring how we could get better.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: LGC88 on February 27, 2017, 07:28:00 AM
When Crowder helps rebounding as he would every night, we are a much better team.

However, I can't remember a season when we don't have blowout wins/losses (well, so little amount of them) and starters have to play so many minutes. I'm starting to watch Isaiah as the primary cause for that, scoring in bunches and getting scored in bunches as well. This notion of not giving the starters rest at the end of some closed games can be very harmful in postseason. Our best players may be burnt (Body and mind) because of our physical game, each night is a war.

No hard criticism, just figuring how we could get better.

Yes, that's a concern.
Watching all the games, it's obvious that we dominate (more often than not) but we are not consistent during 48mn.
I blame the bench for that. No AB makes the bench weaker. Not Green isn't helping at all either.
I still think once AB healthy they will start to win weaker team by a greater margin.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: saltlover on February 27, 2017, 08:04:22 AM
Nice win but Bad Kelly showed up tonite.

KO ready to settle for 10 million a season

Inconsistent at best

This is a list of players that signed for $10 to just over $11 million last season (the range you want to pay Kelly in):

Courtney Lee
Solomon Hill
John Leuer
Joe Johnson
Al Jefferson
Jared Dudley
Mirza Teletovich

Even when he struggles, Kelly's worth more than those guys.  $10 million might have been okay before the jump, but now it would be a really insulting offer.  I don't know if he'll end up signing here (since Danny will be trying for a max FA), but he'll be getting much more than $10 million next year.  And if we aren't willing to give it to him what he deserves, teams will be lining up looking to sign him.  He's not a max player, but he's absolutely worth ~$15 million a year under the new cap.

I disagree.  I would be surprised if he averages more than $13 mil a season.  $10 mil is probably wishful thinking, but restricted free agency typically keeps offers down when it looks like the team with matching rights will exercise them.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: BitterJim on February 27, 2017, 09:24:47 AM
Nice win but Bad Kelly showed up tonite.

KO ready to settle for 10 million a season

Inconsistent at best

This is a list of players that signed for $10 to just over $11 million last season (the range you want to pay Kelly in):

Courtney Lee
Solomon Hill
John Leuer
Joe Johnson
Al Jefferson
Jared Dudley
Mirza Teletovich

Even when he struggles, Kelly's worth more than those guys.  $10 million might have been okay before the jump, but now it would be a really insulting offer.  I don't know if he'll end up signing here (since Danny will be trying for a max FA), but he'll be getting much more than $10 million next year.  And if we aren't willing to give it to him what he deserves, teams will be lining up looking to sign him.  He's not a max player, but he's absolutely worth ~$15 million a year under the new cap.

I disagree.  I would be surprised if he averages more than $13 mil a season.  $10 mil is probably wishful thinking, but restricted free agency typically keeps offers down when it looks like the team with matching rights will exercise them.

I think our cap situation this offseason is fluid enough that a team could try to steal him from us. Someone could sign him to an offer sheet in the first day or so, for good enough money that he signs the offer sheet, and early enough that we have to decide between him and trying for a max FA. With Brooklyn's style of offense and cap space, I could see it being them (assuming that Washington makes Porter a max offer right away and he takes it, because otherwise Brooklyn should be going after him)
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: Redz on February 27, 2017, 12:49:58 PM
I'm sure it was mentioned during the game, but IT's foul with 17 seconds left was brutal.  He had two similar fouls in the loss the Bulls before the break.  You're in a position where all you have to is make a stop and you commit a non-shooting foul 30 feet from the hoop to give them two freebies?  It just adds extra (and unnecessary) stress to the ends of games.  At the very worst the team scores on and some time runs off the clock. 

Aggravates me to no end.
Title: Re: Celtics (37-21) at Pistons (28-30) Game #59 2/26/17
Post by: saltlover on February 27, 2017, 01:12:42 PM
Nice win but Bad Kelly showed up tonite.

KO ready to settle for 10 million a season

Inconsistent at best

This is a list of players that signed for $10 to just over $11 million last season (the range you want to pay Kelly in):

Courtney Lee
Solomon Hill
John Leuer
Joe Johnson
Al Jefferson
Jared Dudley
Mirza Teletovich

Even when he struggles, Kelly's worth more than those guys.  $10 million might have been okay before the jump, but now it would be a really insulting offer.  I don't know if he'll end up signing here (since Danny will be trying for a max FA), but he'll be getting much more than $10 million next year.  And if we aren't willing to give it to him what he deserves, teams will be lining up looking to sign him.  He's not a max player, but he's absolutely worth ~$15 million a year under the new cap.

I disagree.  I would be surprised if he averages more than $13 mil a season.  $10 mil is probably wishful thinking, but restricted free agency typically keeps offers down when it looks like the team with matching rights will exercise them.

I think our cap situation this offseason is fluid enough that a team could try to steal him from us. Someone could sign him to an offer sheet in the first day or so, for good enough money that he signs the offer sheet, and early enough that we have to decide between him and trying for a max FA. With Brooklyn's style of offense and cap space, I could see it being them (assuming that Washington makes Porter a max offer right away and he takes it, because otherwise Brooklyn should be going after him)

If Olynyk were 24, I might agree with you.  But KO will be 26 in April.  Brooklyn is trying to poach RFAs not who they necessarily want this year or next, but who they might want a couple years down the road, and might want to offer contract #3 to if contract #2 works out.  KO would likely be 30 when that contract ends -- I just don't think he fits into Brooklyn's long-term plans, especially since most reasonable deals will likely be matched by Ainge.

Especially when you consider how much more of the cap is going to draftees in the future, I think the market for top bench players like Olynyk will cool.  I don't expect the deals of last year to repeat themselves for that caliber of player.

Also, the team that worries me most about such a poaching attempt is not Brooklyn, but Miami.