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Title: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on March 21, 2017, 10:16:33 PM
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Indiana Pacers (36-34) at Boston Celtics (45-26)
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
7:30 PM ET
Regular Season Game #72, Home Game #34
TV:  CSNNE, FSI,  NBA-LP 753(DTV)/753(xfinity)
Radio: 98.5 Sports Hub, WFNI
TD Garden

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Probable Starting Matchups
Point Guard

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Isaiah Thomas vs Jeff Teague

Shooting Guard

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Avery Bradley vs CJ Miles

Small Forward
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Jae Crowder vs Paul George

Power Forward

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Amir Johnson vs Thaddeus Young

Center
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Al Horford vs Myles Turner 

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

Injuries
None

Head Coach
Brad Stevens 

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Pacers Reserves
Lavoy Allen
Aaron Brooks
Rakeem Christmas
Monta Ellis
Al Jefferson
Georges Niang
Glenn Robinson !!!
Kevin Seraphin
Rodney Stuckey
Joe Young

Injuries

None

Head Coach
Nate McMillan

Game Notes
The Celtics continue their 6 game home stand with a visit from the Indiana Pacers.  The Celtics are 2-0 vs the Pacers this season, winning both games in Indiana.  The Celtics won 109 -102 in Indiana on December 22.  They also won 105-99 on November 12, also in Indiana.  This is their 3rd and final meeting this season. 

The Celtics are looking to sweep the season series for the first time since the 2007-08 season.  But, it won't be easy because the Pacers have been playing on another level since the All Star break.  They have held teams to 98.8 points (2nd) on 43.9% shooting (3rd) and 30.9% from beyond the arc (3rd) since the All Star break. 

 Both teams are reporting no injuries at this time.  The Celtics' starting 5 is expected to all finally be healthy with the return of Isaiah Thomas for Monday's game against the Wizards.  The Pacers are also reporting no injuries and are playing very well together.  Both teams are coming off a win and looking for their second straight victory.

The Celtics are 6-4 in their last 10 games while the Pacers are 5-5 in their last 10.  The Celtics are 24-9 at home while the Pacers have struggled somewhat on the road with an 11-24 record.  The Celtics need to get a win in this game to keep pace with the Wizards who will likely get a win against the Hawks.

Standings Reset
The Celtics are 2 games behind the Cavs who were idle on Monday and Tuesday.  The Celtics have moved to 2.5 games ahead of the Wizards by virtue of their win over them on Monday.  The Celtics are 3 games ahead of Toronto, who beat the Bulls on Tuesday night,  and 7.5 games ahead of the Hawks. 

Games to Watch
3/22  Atlanta at Washington,  Cleveland at Denver

Key Matchups
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Isaiah Thomas vs Jeff Teague
Jeff Teague is averaging 15.1 points, 4.3  rebounds, 7.9 assists  and 1.3 steals per game.  He is new to the Pacers this season, but has always had big games against the Celtics when he was with the Hawks.  Teague had 20 points and 4 assists in the first game between them and then had 31 points and 8 assists in the second game between these two teams.  The Celtics will need to defend Teague well and so we may see Avery defending him if he starts to have a big game. 

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Jae Crowder vs Paul George
George is having a great year, averaging 22.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.5 steals per game.  Neither Crowder nor George played in the first game between these two teams.  Both played in the second meeting and Jae hell PG13 to 19 points in 41 minutes of play.  In addition, George shot 31% from the field and was 0-3 from beyond the arc.   Jae is at his best when guarding the other team's best player and so hopefully he can keep George from having a big game.     

Honorable Mention
Al Horford  vs Myles Turner
Turner is averaging 14.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks (good for 4th in the league in blocks).  He will give the Celtics problems in the paint on both ends.  Al has to find a way to box him out and keep him away from the basket.  He also has to hit his outside shots to draw him out of the paint on defense. 

Keys to the Game
Rebound - The Celtics must box out and crash the boards.  They can't score without the ball and it will take extra effort on their part to grab the rebounds.  Indiana averages 41.8 rebounds per game, which is the same as the Celtics.  Against the Wizards, the Celtics showed that they can win the rebounding battle when they put the effort into it and they will need to do the same in this one. 

Be Aggressive
-  The Celtics must be aggressive on defense, in going after loose balls, in grabbing rebounds,  and just all around going all out. They have to aggressively attack the basket. They need to start the game with that aggressive attitude and be aggressive through the whole game with no let up.  They can't let the Pacers be the team that works harder. 

Play Defense
-  Defense wins games.  The Pacers can score from the outside, shooting 37.3% from beyond the arc,  and so the Celtics must close out their shooters on the outside.   They also must play tough defense in the paint as the Pacers have players who can get to the basket.  The Celtics have to make playing tough defense a priority.  Since the All Star break, the Pacers have gone to another level on defense, holding opponents to 98.8 points, good for 2nd in the league.  The Celtics must match their effort on the defensive end. 

Take Care of the Ball - The Pacers are 10th in the league with 8.1 steals per game and have been 9th in forcing turnovers since the All Star break so the Celtics must focus on making good passes and be aware of the Pacers ability to close out the passing lanes.  If the Celtics get careless, the Pacers will make them pay. 

X-Factors
Home Stand - The Celtics are playing in the 2nd of 6 straight home games.  They need to draw strength and motivation from the home crowd.  Also,  the Pacers haven't been a strong road team and so the Celtics need to come out strong and take advantage of being at home. 

Focus - The Celtics have to stay focused on the goal of getting the highest seed they can.  They have to focus on playing Celtics team ball and not let that falter.  The win over the Wizards will mean little if they lose this one.  They have to focus on taking good shots and on playing tough lock down defense. 

Officiating - Officiating can always be an x-factor.  In a lot of games the officiating isn't a factor. But there are some where the officiating completely tilts the game in one direction or the other.  Which will the Celtics get in this game?  Sometimes they call the game tight and others they let them play.  The Celtics need to play through any bad or no calls and not let it get to them. 
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 21, 2017, 10:17:53 PM
FIRST (after so long  ;D )

TP FLCeltsFan! Another great write up!

Lets convince Paul George that Boston is the place to come this summer and for years to come!

Oh and lets make it 2 straight. Lock up that #2 seed C's  8)
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Monkhouse on March 21, 2017, 10:21:07 PM
Darn it! TP to Phantom for first.  :P

I went to go use the bathroom, and this is what happens!  :laugh:

Let's go. Win this one, blown 'em out, convince George and Hayward, and form a super team on offense.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on March 21, 2017, 10:23:26 PM
TP to Phantom255x for being the first to post in the game thread!!!

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Celtics!!!!!!!! 
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jambr380 on March 21, 2017, 10:25:44 PM
I keep forgetting to first check the latest forum topics when I click on a new thread. By the time I get done reading through the posts in a certain thread, it is too late when I finally notice one of FLC's brilliant game threads.

Anyway, let's keep this going - no more letdowns like the one against Philly!

Also, those are pretty snazzy belts in the pictures! :P
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: hodgy03038 on March 21, 2017, 10:27:01 PM
Go Celts. Play determined like the last game.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on March 21, 2017, 11:14:32 PM
FIRST (after so long  ;D )

TP FLCeltsFan! Another great write up!

Lets convince Paul George that Boston is the place to come this summer and for years to come!

Oh and lets make it 2 straight. Lock up that #2 seed C's  8)

Congratulations, phantom.  I saw this kind of potential in you from post #1.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: mef730 on March 22, 2017, 06:43:35 PM
I really hope this isn't one of those games that we've seen too often recently, where the Cs just call it in against an inferior team and either lose or make it close enough that I get morose.

Mike
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 07:10:19 PM
Cruising from here on,.....If we want it to be.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: colincb on March 22, 2017, 07:37:48 PM
Go Celts. Play determined like the last game.

This.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 07:38:28 PM
I haven't got to watch the last three games live due to a trip back home to visit family, so I'm stoked for this one! Let's go C's! I want to see some more high-level defense from this group!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 07:41:17 PM
Games are feeling that pre-playoffs intensity right and it's making it FUN!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on March 22, 2017, 07:41:50 PM
Need to keep George in check.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 07:42:32 PM
Lol Teague forgot IT was a lefty there for a second lol
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: bostonsportsforlife on March 22, 2017, 07:43:48 PM
Lol quite a shot there by Thaddeus Young
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 07:43:58 PM
Al has been a joy to watch recently.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 07:49:19 PM
That's such a bad call. He went into AB. The NBA really has to rein in these pump fake foul calls like that.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 07:50:55 PM
That's such a bad call. He went into AB. The NBA really has to rein in these pump fake foul calls like that.

When you just swing your arms into someone with no attempt at a real shot it's BS!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 07:55:32 PM
Crowder has been so incredible.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 07:55:56 PM
It's interesting that Brad is going with the smaller defenders of AB and Smart on PG rather than Crowder. They're doing a pretty decent job on him so far.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 07:56:18 PM
Marcus with some textbook defense on PG.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 07:56:36 PM
Crowder is really looking good!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on March 22, 2017, 07:58:00 PM
Defensive rebounding is back to usual I see.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 07:58:48 PM
Oh Jaylen! That was sweet!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 08:02:13 PM
Oh Jaylen! That was sweet!


They need to go back to that again and again...
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: trickybilly on March 22, 2017, 08:02:14 PM
Good to see Zeller only giving up 3 offensive  boards before the made bucket.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:03:24 PM
Brown!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 08:03:43 PM
Brown!!


YES!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:04:08 PM
Good grief, George getting superstar calls left and right this game so far.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 08:05:12 PM
Oh Jaylen! That was sweet!


They need to go back to that again and again...

Yep. I'm usually not a fan of post-ups like that, but Jaylen's pretty efficient down there. Not a bad option with IT off the floor.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:10:21 PM
So I wonder if we're going to start seeing less and less of Rozier as the playoffs near and the rotation tightens. Brad today said that the playoff rotation will largely consist of the starting five and Smart playing big minutes. Add Brown and KO in there for 10-15 minutes a game apiece and that's probably the entire playoff rotation.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:10:59 PM
I still love the Smart/Bradley backcourt pairing, even if they struggle at times to score.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 08:11:31 PM
I like watching INdy and Boston

REAL basketball

Bird makes hi s teams play team ball, with plays , defense and all the little things I like to see.

Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:12:34 PM
So I wonder if we're going to start seeing less and less of Rozier as the playoffs near and the rotation tightens. Brad today said that the playoff rotation will largely consist of the starting five and Smart playing big minutes. Add Brown and KO in there for 10-15 minutes a game apiece and that's probably the entire playoff rotation.

Sounds good to me. Unlike last year, as long as we stay healthy I like our chances at potentially a deep playoff run.

My gut tells me Brown will have a bigger impact though and make some great plays. But sounds about good.

Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on March 22, 2017, 08:12:35 PM
No Rozier so far....I will stomach minutes for GodZeller if this is what takes. Zeller has also played fine when needed.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 08:13:27 PM
Yabby !

And

Abby
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 08:13:39 PM
So I wonder if we're going to start seeing less and less of Rozier as the playoffs near and the rotation tightens? Brad today said that the playoff rotation will largely consist of the starting five and Smart playing big minutes. Add Brown and KO in there for 10-15 minutes a game apiece and that's probably the entire playoff rotation.

No Rozier sounds wonderful. Keeping one of Smart, Horford, or Thomas on the floor at all times should be enough to keep the offense going and logistically, it should be possible.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:14:28 PM
Can we all take a minute and thank Danny for not biting on the "2017 Nets Pick + 3 of Smart/Brown/Crowder/Bradley" proposal for Paul George.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 08:15:54 PM
Jeez, hold on to the [dang] ball!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 08:17:04 PM
Smart ....he is so fun t watch
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 08:17:22 PM
Can we all take a minute and thank Danny for not biting on the "2017 Nets Pick + 3 of Smart/Brown/Crowder/Bradley" proposal for Paul George.

I'd trade for him in a heartbeat but that is clearly an overpayment.  Disgusting.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:18:09 PM
Yeah, it certainly seems like Brad is starting to shorten up the rotation to get guys used to it before the playoffs. I like it. We've had enough injuries that our players are plenty rested.

Great to see Al starting to come back on after a long slump right in time for the playoffs.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:18:19 PM
HORFORD!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:18:53 PM
Can we all take a minute and thank Danny for not biting on the "2017 Nets Pick + 3 of Smart/Brown/Crowder/Bradley" proposal for Paul George.

I'd trade for him in a heartbeat but that is clearly an overpayment.  Disgusting.

I wouldn't anymore. He pretty much said he's Lakers-bound after 2018.

No need to give up assets for an expiring this summer.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 08:19:28 PM
AL !
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:20:15 PM
We really have to stop these dumb turnovers. I'm not sure what changed from the beginning of the year, but we went from a team that hardly ever turned the ball over to a team that is on the higher side of the turnover spectrum. 10 TOs in the first half already is way too many.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 08:21:28 PM
10 turnovers?  Wth?  C'mon guys.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 08:25:53 PM
IT with no assists so far is troubling....
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:27:07 PM
AB should be prohibited from passes more than 10 feet away. Scares me every time he's looking to make long passes like that, especially alley-oops.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: trickybilly on March 22, 2017, 08:27:47 PM
Preview of the kinds of defenses we will see every night in the playoffs
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on March 22, 2017, 08:27:48 PM
Ball movement!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 08:28:07 PM
Love that ball movement
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:28:22 PM
That was a GREAT sequence.

Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: mr. dee on March 22, 2017, 08:28:54 PM
Washington have really came back to earth crashing. We don't want them to get too bad. A lost to ATL will slide them to 4th spot.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:30:20 PM
Preview of the kinds of defenses we will see every night in the playoffs

It's why I hope we draw eithe DET or CHI first round, and not Indiana or Milwaukee.

Miami without Waiters though could give us an advantage as well maybe.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 08:31:30 PM
Why hasn't Paul George been taking advantage of his size advantage over AB? He should at least try to post him up
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:33:09 PM
Washington have really came back to earth crashing. We don't want them to get too bad. A lost to ATL will slide them to 4th spot.

Just means we'll have to take over the number one spot  ;)

That does scare me, though. I'm not sure if we're consistent enough to take advantage of any opportunity given to us by Cleveland to take over the first seed.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:33:57 PM
14 turnovers in the first half, and 12 of them are steals by Indiana. Absolutely inexcusable.

It's kind of crazy though that we're somehow still winning.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 08:34:03 PM
14 turnover. #palmface
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:36:23 PM
God, Smart's defense is just a thing of beauty.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:36:38 PM
BRADLEY!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:36:59 PM
God, Smart's defense is just a thing of beauty.

It's majestic.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 08:37:19 PM
Being up 7 with that turnover differential (especially with the # of live turnovers) is genuinely remarkable.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 08:39:58 PM
I don't care that we are winning.  Brad should chew them out still for turning the ball over at this rate.  We are fortunate to be playing a team that is turning it over just as much.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: CelticSooner on March 22, 2017, 08:42:01 PM
Anyone else hate playing Indiana? One of the most boring teams in the league.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 08:45:16 PM
God, Smart's defense is just a thing of beauty.

It's majestic.

+1
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 08:46:05 PM
Anyone else hate playing Indiana? One of the most boring teams in the league.

Nope ....they play team ball
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 08:46:23 PM
God, Smart's defense is just a thing of beauty.

It's majestic.

+1

Tp from me too.  To all 3 of you
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:47:33 PM
Anyone else hate playing Indiana? One of the most boring teams in the league.

Boring? Really?

I view them as a legit threat if we meet them first round honestly. We've seen what PG13 can do in the playoffs.

I'd rather face Detroit, but not Indiana.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:48:00 PM
God, Smart's defense is just a thing of beauty.

It's majestic.

+1

Tp from me too.  To all 3 of you

And a TP back your way and @SHAQATTACK's way, good sirs.  8)
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 08:48:32 PM
Is that Fultz kid, Monte Ellis jr?
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: CelticSooner on March 22, 2017, 08:50:10 PM
Anyone else hate playing Indiana? One of the most boring teams in the league.

Boring? Really?

I view them as a legit threat if we meet them first round honestly. We've seen what PG13 can do in the playoffs.

I'd rather face Detroit, but not Indiana.

Not worried about anyone in the first round. Especially this team that has to make the game ugly to win. 12 steals and your still losing? That's bad.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: positivitize on March 22, 2017, 08:50:24 PM
Not a terrible game so far. We need to cut down the turn overs.

Loved:
Jaylen Brown showing flashes.
Marcus Smart gaurding Paul George to great effect.

Disliked:
Tyler Zeller playing minutes
Turnovers.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 08:52:03 PM
Not a terrible game so far. We need to cut down the turn overs.

Loved:
Jaylen Brown showing flashes.
Marcus Smart gaurding Paul George to great effect.

Disliked:
Tyler Zeller playing minutes
Turnovers.

I hate Zeller,  more than most, but he has played ok the last 2 games.

And we've won.

So no complaints here.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 08:53:33 PM
Crowder's finishing in transition has improved so much.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 08:54:36 PM
IT coming alive
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 08:56:53 PM
Back to the post, Big Al!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 08:57:12 PM
Woah, that was a MAN-SIZED rebound from AB!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 08:58:17 PM
George with 18 points but only 1 rebound? Wow.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Eja117 on March 22, 2017, 09:00:50 PM
Abby clearly heard me last game as she moved her outfit from a pattern to a solid color but the red is sorta killing my eyes. The chopped shoulder is a good look, but still.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 09:01:12 PM
I continue to be amazed at how lethal IT is from midrange.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 09:01:20 PM
I want Smart on George
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:01:31 PM
IT is pretty much automatic from that little mid-range outside the paint stepback shot. I don't remember the last time he missed one of those.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 09:01:41 PM
Poor George.  Indiana has terrible chemistry. 

On paper it looked good but something doesn't click.

Maybe Coach Nate McMillan.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:01:48 PM
Brown say

Yabu....  is,the biggest dude he has ever seen .....LOL .....
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:01:55 PM
AMIR!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 09:03:10 PM
I like that our bigs are always on TI's heels on the drive to do a clean-up.  We've been doing it a lot and i like it.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:03:15 PM
Wow Amir

Is alive
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:03:37 PM
Not going to lie.

George's jumper looks so good, and 10x sweeter when it goes in.  :o
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:03:50 PM
Al taking them to,school
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 09:04:56 PM
George with 18 points but only 1 rebound? Wow.

I'm just speechless at the lack of post ups by him with AB on him. He's got 7 inches on him, you'd think he'd at least try
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 09:05:28 PM
Abby clearly heard me last game as she moved her outfit from a pattern to a solid color but the red is sorta killing my eyes. The chopped shoulder is a good look, but still.

Now if you could get her hair tied up with the velvet scrunchy...
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:05:36 PM
Man, Atlanta is giving it to Washington, who has come crashing back down to Earth. Toronto is going to pass them in the standings easily now it looks like, especially with as tough as Washington's schedule is down the stretch.

Really hope we can take advantage of Cleveland losses down the stretch and take that one seed from them.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:06:04 PM
Abby clearly heard me last game as she moved her outfit from a pattern to a solid color but the red is sorta killing my eyes. The chopped shoulder is a good look, but still.

Fashion critic, eh?  ;)
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:06:43 PM
George has the great outside stroke
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 09:06:45 PM
Really impressive recovery by Zeller. He was soooo off-balance when he caught that.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:06:56 PM
GODZELLER!!!  :o
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 09:07:22 PM
What a circus shot!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:07:26 PM
IT4!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:07:26 PM
Zeller  ;D
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on March 22, 2017, 09:07:53 PM
GOAT Zeller
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 09:07:56 PM
Zeller  ;D

Zeller stays ready!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:08:08 PM
Oh my

Zeller
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:08:40 PM
IT

Taking over
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: positivitize on March 22, 2017, 09:08:46 PM
I take back what I said about zeller earlier.

Tonight must be the night he shows up to play like GODZELLER!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:09:30 PM
BALL MOVEMENT!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:10:00 PM
IT sweet assist
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:10:09 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:10:46 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:10:56 PM
Good lord how old is,Jefferson ...LOL

He s been playing seen the earth was young
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 09:11:03 PM
Ball. Movement. Clinic.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:11:05 PM
Two EXCELLENT passes by IT and KO there!! And a great finish by GodZeller!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:11:45 PM
Great pass!

But these refs are atrocious. Where's the call on these kind of plays for us???
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:11:50 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

Magic Johnson is dying to sign George .....he ll be a Laker
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 09:12:05 PM
Wow, IT!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 09:12:10 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:12:38 PM
That's an absolute terrible call. That is perfect D by Smart.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:12:46 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO (unless they pay monster luxury tax and re-sign KO with Bird Rights too).
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:12:51 PM
Godzeller

Has

Returned
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: celticslove on March 22, 2017, 09:13:28 PM
zeller is the new gasol.lol
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:13:46 PM
There you go KO !
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 09:13:52 PM
That's an absolute terrible call. That is perfect D by Smart.

Yeah, really weak call!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 09:13:55 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:14:10 PM
BROWN TO HORFORD!!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:14:13 PM
OMG HOW DID SMART JUST DO THAT LOL
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:14:36 PM
SMART!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:14:51 PM
My blind grandmother saw that was no foul on Smart
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:15:50 PM
PG13 with 28 points. Geez  :o
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:15:56 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too

Will something like Bradley plus Rozier and the Brooklyn pick enough, though? I guess it depends upon how much Bird likes one of the top-3 or 4 prospects and where we end up landing.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:16:05 PM
Dang Marcus


Wow o.

What a man !
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 09:16:48 PM
Dancing down 11? That's pretty weak
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: CelticSooner on March 22, 2017, 09:17:34 PM
Don't let up now. Hammer the nail.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 09:17:43 PM
PG13 with 28 points. Geez  :o

Well, you see you can't play much D on him, the refs won't let you guard him , so he gets a lot of semi open shots
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 09:18:06 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too

Will something like Bradley plus Rozier and the Brooklyn pick enough, though? I guess it depends upon how much Bird likes one of the top-3 or 4 prospects and where we end up landing.

It's fair value. If Bird doesn't want to take it, that's on him. There's no guarantee that George would stay here, so a top pick and a good player like Bradley us the most we should give up
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:19:03 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too

Will something like Bradley plus Rozier and the Brooklyn pick enough, though? I guess it depends upon how much Bird likes one of the top-3 or 4 prospects and where we end up landing.

It's fair value. If Bird doesn't want to take it, that's on him. There's no guarantee that George would stay here, so a top pick and a good player like Bradley us the most we should give up

If he is serious about his LA love and going there after NEXT season, then I wouldn't even do that trade.

Unless he signs a long term commitment I'd walk away. Maybe see the price on Butler then.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 09:19:22 PM
George FINALLY looked to post up one of our guards, but it was Marcus "basically a big man" Smart
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:19:47 PM
Smart is doing a hell of a job staying with PG and making things tough for him.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:19:49 PM
AB FOR 3!!!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 09:19:56 PM
Lol Monta Ellis is a bum.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:20:13 PM
JAYLEN!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on March 22, 2017, 09:20:17 PM
Nice pick by Smart to get Brown open for the oop.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 09:21:04 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too

Will something like Bradley plus Rozier and the Brooklyn pick enough, though? I guess it depends upon how much Bird likes one of the top-3 or 4 prospects and where we end up landing.

It's fair value. If Bird doesn't want to take it, that's on him. There's no guarantee that George would stay here, so a top pick and a good player like Bradley us the most we should give up

If he is serious about his LA love and going there after NEXT season, then I wouldn't even do that trade.

Unless he signs a long term commitment I'd walk away. Maybe see the price on Butler then.

I like George's fit enough to take the risk. He'd be beautiful as a #2 option and doing a lot of spot up shooting. Butler, not so much
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: CelticSooner on March 22, 2017, 09:21:57 PM
Max just said "George is yelling and screaming but he's down by 15" lol
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:22:33 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too

Will something like Bradley plus Rozier and the Brooklyn pick enough, though? I guess it depends upon how much Bird likes one of the top-3 or 4 prospects and where we end up landing.

It's fair value. If Bird doesn't want to take it, that's on him. There's no guarantee that George would stay here, so a top pick and a good player like Bradley us the most we should give up

If he is serious about his LA love and going there after NEXT season, then I wouldn't even do that trade.

Unless he signs a long term commitment I'd walk away. Maybe see the price on Butler then.

I like George's fit enough to take the risk. He'd be beautiful as a #2 option and doing a lot of spot up shooting. Butler, not so much

Bradley + Top-2 pick for one year rental? Nah. At least that's me.

Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:23:58 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too

Will something like Bradley plus Rozier and the Brooklyn pick enough, though? I guess it depends upon how much Bird likes one of the top-3 or 4 prospects and where we end up landing.

It's fair value. If Bird doesn't want to take it, that's on him. There's no guarantee that George would stay here, so a top pick and a good player like Bradley us the most we should give up

If he is serious about his LA love and going there after NEXT season, then I wouldn't even do that trade.

Unless he signs a long term commitment I'd walk away. Maybe see the price on Butler then.

Take all this LA talk with a grain of salt. Every potential free agent is ALWAYS a lock to go to LA and none of them ever do anymore, e.g. Derozan, Durant, Aldridge, etc.

Unless something dramatic happens between now and then and they actually look like a decent team, I don't see George going there. I think he'd stay in Boston if he was traded here and we played up to par with how we should be playing. And if he wouldn't stay here and wants to play in LA no matter what, then he's not a Celtics-type player anyways.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 09:23:58 PM
How many times do they miss Jaylen Brown alone under the hoop? Dang, need to look for the kid!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: BitterJim on March 22, 2017, 09:25:16 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too

Will something like Bradley plus Rozier and the Brooklyn pick enough, though? I guess it depends upon how much Bird likes one of the top-3 or 4 prospects and where we end up landing.

It's fair value. If Bird doesn't want to take it, that's on him. There's no guarantee that George would stay here, so a top pick and a good player like Bradley us the most we should give up

If he is serious about his LA love and going there after NEXT season, then I wouldn't even do that trade.

Unless he signs a long term commitment I'd walk away. Maybe see the price on Butler then.

I like George's fit enough to take the risk. He'd be beautiful as a #2 option and doing a lot of spot up shooting. Butler, not so much

Bradley + Top-2 pick for one year rental? Nah. At least that's me.

Obviously it's a bad deal if it ends up being for a rental, but I think playing on a team with IT, Horford, and Griffin with Brad coaching would be enough to get him to stay. He wants a championship, and that team would have a way better chance than LA will for the forseeable future
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: CelticSooner on March 22, 2017, 09:25:30 PM
Yeah, George is a goner this summer in a trade somewhere. There's no way he's staying there next summer, and Bird knows it at this point, which is why he was shopping him pretty hard at the deadline.

Would still love him if he'd be open to resigning here. It'd be sweet to land Griffin in free agency first then trade for George afterwards.

I'd hate to lose Crowder a lot though.

You can sign Griffin, trade for George, and keep Crowder. It's probably how Danny would prefer to do it

I'd hope so. Bradley and Fultz/Jackson DEFINITELY gone then. Maybe even KO.

If we sign a max FA, Kelly is gone. If we trade for George, the pick is gone. Bradley makes the most monetary sense in a trade for George, too

Will something like Bradley plus Rozier and the Brooklyn pick enough, though? I guess it depends upon how much Bird likes one of the top-3 or 4 prospects and where we end up landing.

It's fair value. If Bird doesn't want to take it, that's on him. There's no guarantee that George would stay here, so a top pick and a good player like Bradley us the most we should give up

If he is serious about his LA love and going there after NEXT season, then I wouldn't even do that trade.

Unless he signs a long term commitment I'd walk away. Maybe see the price on Butler then.

Take all this LA talk with a grain of salt. Every potential free agent is ALWAYS a lock to go to LA and none of them ever do anymore, e.g. Derozan, Durant, Aldridge, etc.

Unless something dramatic happens between now and then and they actually look like a decent team, I don't see George going there. I think he'd stay in Boston if he was traded here and we played up to par with how we should be playing. And if he wouldn't stay here and wants to play in LA no matter what, then he's not a Celtics-type player anyways.

Yeah not many guys are going to walk away from a contender to rebuild if the money is equal.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 09:26:47 PM
Slow comeback...
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Surferdad on March 22, 2017, 09:27:04 PM
Smart can't guard PG who is shooting over him.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 09:27:25 PM
Our 4th quarter woes
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: CelticSooner on March 22, 2017, 09:27:29 PM
Can't close for crap.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:27:50 PM
Go figure...
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:30:42 PM
Ughh, freaking second chance points now starting to kill us where points off turnovers were killing us in the first half.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:31:32 PM
Celtics must be against Geno Time these days..   ::)
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:32:25 PM
IT starting to force crap again..
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: mr. dee on March 22, 2017, 09:34:12 PM
KO taking IT's 4th Quarter powers
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 09:34:15 PM
11/8/7 for Al and 11/7/4 for Kelly. It's nice to have two bigs with such versatile skillsets.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Surferdad on March 22, 2017, 09:34:45 PM
Switching on defense but not getting back to guard the rim!  Ugh
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:34:47 PM
KO!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:35:29 PM
At this point, it will be Boston vs. PG13. He's going to take over. C's need to maintain the lead and stay consistent.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 09:37:03 PM
First to 100 wins.

Lawler's law!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:37:18 PM
IT4! Great hustle!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:39:12 PM
IT, Kelly and the defense closing it out.

Great formula for the playoffs as well! KO our "secret weapon" (and Jaylen)
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Chief on March 22, 2017, 09:39:41 PM
Isaiah Dangerfield.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:40:09 PM
What a look by Al! His passing has been so excellent all season long!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Surferdad on March 22, 2017, 09:40:20 PM
AL HORFORD CLUTCH PLAY!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on March 22, 2017, 09:40:35 PM
Bradley with a great job boxing out the past 2 plays.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:40:50 PM
I swear people don't realize Al's impact on this team (FYI, it's AMAZING)
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:41:47 PM
George has missed like his last 4-5 shots. As a result C's pulling away now.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 09:42:19 PM
I swear people don't realize Al's impact on this team (FYI, it's AMAZING)

It really is he makes huge plays every game!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 09:42:23 PM
George has missed like his last 4-5 shots. As a result C's pulling away now.

He's beat
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SparzWizard on March 22, 2017, 09:42:35 PM
Al Horford is worth his max contract at his age, right?
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: trickybilly on March 22, 2017, 09:42:44 PM
One of the better wins against a team who executed a pretty perfect gameplan against IT.

Augurs well for the playoffs.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:42:55 PM
George has missed like his last 4-5 shots. As a result C's pulling away now.

He's beat

I don't blame him. He legit carried Indiana to this point.

Otherwise C's are up like 30 right now.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: wayupnorth on March 22, 2017, 09:43:04 PM
That is horrible.

I wish curse words were allowed for this reason.

He just yanked IT's arm down and faked a hit.

Man.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: liam on March 22, 2017, 09:43:12 PM
George has missed like his last 4-5 shots. As a result C's pulling away now.

Just trying to get fouled last couple of plays...
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on March 22, 2017, 09:44:45 PM
I swear people don't realize Al's impact on this team (FYI, it's AMAZING)

I do.  I love Al and the way he's impacted our offense especially.  One of the most all-around solid big men in the league.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 09:46:06 PM
I swear people don't realize Al's impact on this team (FYI, it's AMAZING)

I do.  I love Al and the way he's impacted our offense especially.  One of the most all-around solid big men in the league.

Yeah I'm just referencing all the "Trade Horford" and "Horford is worst contract in NBA history" folks.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 09:46:27 PM
I'd say every Celtic who's logged a minute tonight has been pretty solid. That's awesome.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Surferdad on March 22, 2017, 09:47:33 PM
George has missed like his last 4-5 shots. As a result C's pulling away now.

He's beat

I don't blame him. He legit carried Indiana to this point.

Otherwise C's are up like 30 right now.
That happened because Brad switched Jae onto George. Smart was not having success.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: max215 on March 22, 2017, 09:48:45 PM
Nice win!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jpotter33 on March 22, 2017, 09:49:16 PM
Great win!

Now let's hope Atlanta can beat Washington and Denver beats Cleveland!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: celticslove on March 22, 2017, 09:50:22 PM
yeah 46 Ws
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Rosco917 on March 22, 2017, 09:50:25 PM
Giving Horford more touches, is really paying dividends. He finds open shooters at the 3 point line. Bradley has a nice flow to his game from it.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Surferdad on March 22, 2017, 09:51:16 PM
I'd say every Celtic who's logged a minute tonight has been pretty solid. That's awesome.
I'd say this could be the nine man playoff rotation we will see. Smart, KO, Zeller, Brown off the bench.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: celticslove on March 22, 2017, 09:51:52 PM
great to see that out of control Rozier did not play.lol
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 22, 2017, 09:51:52 PM
Really good win.

We HAVE to blow out Phoenix.  That last game was a hard pill to swallow.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Rosco917 on March 22, 2017, 09:53:16 PM
I'd say every Celtic who's logged a minute tonight has been pretty solid. That's awesome.
I'd say this could be the nine man playoff rotation we will see. Smart, KO, Zeller, Brown off the bench.



Also a good idea to play Zeller with Kelly, that works well for short minutes.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Atzar on March 22, 2017, 09:53:23 PM
Very good win over a possible playoff opponent.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: MJohnnyboy on March 22, 2017, 09:54:33 PM
Out of Miami, Milwaukee, and Indiana, Indiana's the one who I want to face the most out of those three. I dunno what it is about them, but i feel they'd be easier to handle than the Heat or the Bucks.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: jambr380 on March 22, 2017, 10:06:43 PM
Great win!

Now let's hope Atlanta can beat Washington and Denver beats Cleveland!

Denver just put up 73 to Cleveland's 59 in the first half...so I guess promising.

Washington down just 1 point to Atlanta.

Either way, great win for us tonight, but those who want to see more Zeller (over Rozier) will probably be disappointed. We used more of our bigs to match up with Indy tonight. Besides, Zeller is definitely not coming back next year and we need to continue to nurture Rozier and his development.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Surferdad on March 22, 2017, 10:07:07 PM
Out of Miami, Milwaukee, and Indiana, Indiana's the one who I want to face the most out of those three. I dunno what it is about them, but i feel they'd be easier to handle than the Heat or the Bucks.
Indy doesn't look good, hopefully the Bucks pass them and we get to play Indy in 1st round, but let's beat the Bucks first on Friday!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on March 22, 2017, 10:09:14 PM
Missed it, TP for a solid game summary.   ;D  Thanks in advance!
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Phantom255x on March 22, 2017, 10:11:27 PM
Missed it, TP for a solid game summary.   ;D  Thanks in advance!

That's what it was, a "solid game".

IT didn't force it too much (and he hasn't recently as well), and the ball movement has been excellent.

Horford and Olynyk are starting to peak at the right time and it's a joy to watch.

MVP tonight though was GodZeller.

All around a nice "feel good win" that could have had Geno if it weren't for PG13 and the C's taking the brakes off the petal midway through the 4th.

Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Surferdad on March 22, 2017, 10:13:29 PM
Great win!

Now let's hope Atlanta can beat Washington and Denver beats Cleveland!

Denver just put up 73 to Cleveland's 59 in the first half...so I guess promising.

Washington down just 1 point to Atlanta.

Either way, great win for us tonight, but those who want to see more Zeller (over Rozier) will probably be disappointed. We used more of our bigs to match up with Indy tonight. Besides, Zeller is definitely not coming back next year and we need to continue to nurture Rozier and his development.
Naw I disagree on several counts. The priority is getting ready for the playoffs not developing Terry Rozier. Zeller's future is also irrelevant. Lastly, Celts have frontcourt matchup problems EVERY night. Zeller will be important in the playoffs.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: hpantazo on March 22, 2017, 10:21:35 PM
Great win!

Now let's hope Atlanta can beat Washington and Denver beats Cleveland!

Denver just put up 73 to Cleveland's 59 in the first half...so I guess promising.

Washington down just 1 point to Atlanta.

Either way, great win for us tonight, but those who want to see more Zeller (over Rozier) will probably be disappointed. We used more of our bigs to match up with Indy tonight. Besides, Zeller is definitely not coming back next year and we need to continue to nurture Rozier and his development.
Naw I disagree on several counts. The priority is getting ready for the playoffs not developing Terry Rozier. Zeller's future is also irrelevant. Lastly, Celts have frontcourt matchup problems EVERY night. Zeller will be important in the playoffs.

Plus, we don't know that Zeller is not coming back next year. AFTER we settle all of our other summer roster moves, we will still need a deep bench center, and he will be cheap.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: inverselock on March 22, 2017, 10:35:46 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/o39D2Nm.jpg)

+ this win, Stevens at .50 for the career.  Not bad considering the talent he's had.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on March 22, 2017, 10:45:02 PM
great to see that out of control Rozier did not play.lol

Amen on dat
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Ogaju on March 22, 2017, 10:55:29 PM
Cleveland down by 19 in Denver with under 7 to go in the fourth.
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Ogaju on March 22, 2017, 11:00:16 PM
now 21 pts
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Clench123 on March 23, 2017, 12:24:36 AM
I don't care that we are winning.  Brad should chew them out still for turning the ball over at this rate.  We are fortunate to be playing a team that is turning it over just as much.

I was right

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXv6AhR5gUw

Brad Stevens is the best part of this team. 
Title: Re: Pacers (36-34) at Celtics (45-26) Game #72 3/22/17
Post by: Denis998 on March 23, 2017, 12:45:44 AM
I don't care that we are winning.  Brad should chew them out still for turning the ball over at this rate.  We are fortunate to be playing a team that is turning it over just as much.

I was right

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXv6AhR5gUw

Brad Stevens is the best part of this team.
3 turnovers in the 2nd half...
16 total turnovers...
2.7 more that average...