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Title: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on April 01, 2017, 09:36:56 PM
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Boston Celtics (49-27) at New York Knicks (29-47)
Sunday, April 2, 2017
1:00 PM ET
Regular Season Game #76 – Road Game #39
TV: ABC
Radio: 100.7 WZLX, ESPN NY 98.7
Madison Square Garden

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

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

Injuries
Avery Bradley (illness)  out
Amir Johnson (ankle) day to day

Head Coach
Brad Stevens

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Probable Starters
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PG: Derrick Rose
SG: Courtney Lee
SF: Carmelo Anthony
PF: Kristaps Porzingis
C:  Willy Hernangomez

Knicks Reserves
Maurice Ndour
Justin Holiday
Chasson Randle
Kyle O'Quinn
Sasha Vujacic
Ron Baker
Marshall Plumlee
Mindaugas Kuzminskas

Injuries
Lance Thomas  (hip) questionable
Joakim Noah  suspended

Head Coach
Jeff Hornacek

Game Notes
This is the 4th and final meeting between these division rivals this season.  The Celtics won the first meeting 115-87.   The Celtics were without both Jae Crowder and Al Horford in that game while the Knicks were mostly healthy.  It was a contentious game with the Knicks being assessed 6 technical fouls and with Carmelo Anthony being ejected. 

The Celtics beat the Knicks 119-114 at MSG on Christmas day in a nationally televised game.  Both teams were pretty much healthy for that game.  The Knicks won the January 18th meeting 117-106.  In that game, the Knicks shook up their starting lineup with Ron Baker at shooting guard, Mindaugas Kuzminskas  at power forward and Kyle O'Quinn at center.  Since that worked, they may very well try to shake things up in this game as well. 

Both teams are coming off a win in their last game  with the Knicks beating the Heat on the road.  The Celtics are 8-2 in their last 10 games while the Knicks are 3-7 in their last 10.  The Celtics are 21-17 on the road while the Knicks are 17-19 at home.  The Knicks are 4-9 against Atlantic division teams.   They are just 4-6 on Sundays. 

Avery Bradley will miss his second game in a row with the stomach bug that sent him to the hospital last week.  He did not travel with the team.  Jaylen Brown will likely start once again in his place.  Amir Johnson rolled his ankle against the Magic and is questionable for this game.  I'm not sure who would start in his place if he can't play.  For the Knicks, Lance Thomas is questionable with a sore hip and Joakim Noah is serving a 20 game suspension for testing positive for a banned substance. 

Key Matchups
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Jae Crowder vs Carmelo Anthony
Jae has had success in the past in guarding Carmelo Anthony and for the Celtics to win, he will have to be successful in guarding him in this one.   Melo leads the Knicks with 22.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.9 assists.   
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Amir Johnson vs Kristaps Porzingis
The Knicks 7'3" rookie is averaging 18.1 points, 7.4 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per game.  His length and range make him very tough to handle and the Celtics will have their hands full, especially keeping him off the boards.  If Amir can't start, possibly Jonas Jerebko will get the start and have the problem of guarding Porzingis. 

Honorable Mention

Isaiah Thomas vs Derrick Rose
Rose is averaging 18.0 points, 3.8 rebounds and 4.4 assists.  In the last meeting between these two teams that the Knicks won, Rose finished with 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists.   Rose isn't known as a lock down defender and so hopefully Isaiah can have a big game.   It would seem that the Celtics must limit Rose's production to keep the Knicks from getting another win.   

Keys to the Game
Defense
- Playing tough team defense is the key to winning every game. The Celtics need to concentrate on getting stops and keeping the Knicks' offense off balance.  The Knicks are 26th in the league with a defensive rating of 108.5  The Celtics  have climbed to 11th with a defensive rating of 105.4.    The Celtics let their defense slip against the Magic and they must get back to making tough team defense a priority.   

Rebound - Much of rebounding is effort and desire.  When the Celtics put out the extra effort to win the battle of the boards, they seem to play better overall.  The Knicks are 4th in the league with 45.4 rebounds per game and also 3rd with 15.0 second chance points per game.  The Celtics have to grab rebounds to keep the Knicks from getting out on the break and to keep them from getting second chance points.

Be Aggressive - The Celtics need to be the more aggressive team. They have to be more aggressive in going after loose balls, in grabbing rebounds, in defending, and in going to the basket.  They have to be the team that wants it more.  Last season this group out worked almost every opponent they faced but they have only recently started to show that type of swagger this season.  They have to be the team that works harder and that wants the game more. 

Play 48 Minutes - The Celtics have to start strong and then play hard throughout the game.  In almost every game, they tend to have a slump where they can't hit a shot and where they allow the other team to get easy points.   They allowed both the Magic and the Bucks to get off to quick lead and then spent the rest of the game fighting back.    They have to guard against that and play hard from the opening tip to the final buzzer. 

X-Factors
On the Road

The Celtics are once again on the road after a six game home stand.  They have played well on the road so far this season and need to continue that in this game.  They need to block out the distractions of playing on the road and concentrate on playing their game and getting the win. 

Knicks Matinee 
The Celtics have to guard against something they have done quite a bit this season and that is to play down to the Knicks record as opposed to playing them as a team that is out to play spoiler and beat the Celtics.  The Celtics are 6-4 on Sunday while the Knicks are 4-6 on Sunday.  Playing at noon in a nationally televised game is always an x-factor.  Hopefully the Celtics will be motivated and get the win. 

Officiating
The officiating is always an X-Factor.   You never know if a crew will call the game tight or let them play and the team has to be able to adjust to any officiating style.  And you never know when a ref will have an agenda and call it one sided for one of the teams.    We can only hope for an evenly called game where they let them play. 
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: GetLucky on April 01, 2017, 09:42:33 PM
TP FLC! Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on April 01, 2017, 09:44:15 PM
TP to GetLucky for being the first to post in the game thread!!!

Gooooooooooooooo Celtics!!!!   
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: slamtheking on April 01, 2017, 09:50:11 PM
TP FL for a great thread as always.  as always just minutes too late to be first :(
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 01, 2017, 10:13:47 PM
third!!!!!

flc, those are without doubt the cutest pair of pigs i have ever seen. thanks for them and the thread. in payment, here is a cute tp.  ;D

celtics win this one going away and stomp the living snot out of the evil knicks!!  >:(

goooooooooo celtics!!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on April 01, 2017, 10:18:24 PM
Fourth and proud! (hi mom)
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Celts Fan 508 on April 01, 2017, 10:25:45 PM
Awesome TP to all above me
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: furball on April 02, 2017, 11:35:29 AM
No Rose or Melo today for the Knicks.  Celts can't think this is going to be a walk over or they will get shocked. 
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 12:20:02 PM
I love Sundays against the Knicks!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: KGs Knee on April 02, 2017, 12:34:45 PM
Need to secure the win today, no excuses.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 12:50:55 PM
Go Celtics!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yeah First page!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 12:54:01 PM
Need to secure the win today, no excuses.
celtics should win this one going away. expect to see young out playing in the fourth quarter. heck, if the game were in boston, i would predict a gino sighting.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Darío SpanishFan on April 02, 2017, 12:57:02 PM
Thank God I can watch a Celtics game and sleep after it   8)  Bless the matinee games.

Let's go!!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Androslav on April 02, 2017, 01:01:19 PM
Thank God I can watch a Celtics game and sleep after it   8)  Bless the matinee games.

Let's go!!
Amen, brotha!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:03:27 PM
On the one hand, I wish Rose was playing because it would mean fewer touches for Porzingis, but with AB out I'm glad we don't have to deal with a guard better than Courtney Lee or Justin Holiday.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: PAOBoston on April 02, 2017, 01:03:31 PM
All I ask is on this Sunday is that they don't play down your the level of their competition. Please blow them out for once!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: cousytoheinsohn on April 02, 2017, 01:05:47 PM
Thanks FLCelts. You're the greatest. :-*
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: RockinRyA on April 02, 2017, 01:07:01 PM
Wow didn't know Vujacic was still playing.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:07:09 PM
I can't help but laugh whenever Amir takes/makes a 3
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 01:08:11 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:09:06 PM
CBS finally laying down the law. Brown with the quick hook.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:11:09 PM
I really do not think Smart gets enough credit. Is he not just a second year player? People judge him as if he is a seasoned veteran.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: JOMVP on April 02, 2017, 01:11:11 PM
No other promising rookie in this league is getting this kind of teaching. I dont know if I agree with yanking him after one mistake in a game like this. He needs to be able to work through his mistakes without feeling like he needs to play tight.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:11:11 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't mind that. Brad wouldn't do that if he didn't have pretty high expectations for Jaylen. Just keep lighting a fire under him so he stays hungry
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:11:59 PM
I really do not think Smart gets enough credit. Is he not just a second year player? People judge him as if he is a seasoned veteran.

3rd year, but yes he is still very young
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: bostonsportsforlife on April 02, 2017, 01:12:09 PM
This needs to be a blowout...too bad Mickey and Jackson are in Maine right now
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: apc on April 02, 2017, 01:13:03 PM
This needs to be a blowout...too bad Mickey and Jackson are in Maine right now
Nice tactic by Knicks turning this to a trap game!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 01:14:07 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't get it either.  I don't like harsh rookie treatment.

Especially when Ko makes 10+ defense mistakes a game.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:15:00 PM
IT and Crowder need to stop being stupid. You know the delay of game rules, quit messing around
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: RJ87 on April 02, 2017, 01:15:55 PM
I don't like this intensity level.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:16:50 PM
No other promising rookie in this league is getting this kind of teaching. I dont know if I agree with yanking him after one mistake in a game like this. He needs to be able to work through his mistakes without feeling like he needs to play tight.

there has to be a bigger context to that play. CBS was not happy and he let Jaylen know it going to the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:18:40 PM
I really do not think Smart gets enough credit. Is he not just a second year player? People judge him as if he is a seasoned veteran.

3rd year, but yes he is still very young

If Smart is in his third year, then who did we pick the year after him and the year before Brown?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 01:19:26 PM
agreed. it may have been a case of CBS specifically telling jaylen "dont do X" and then jaylen goes out there and does X immediately.

jaylen will be back today.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:19:31 PM
Was Rozier our first pick?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: droopdog7 on April 02, 2017, 01:20:02 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't get it either.  I don't like harsh rookie treatment.

Especially when Ko makes 10+ defense mistakes a game.
Unless you're watching film AND understand the Celtics defensive concepts, I don't think you have any idea how many mistakes KO makes a game.  I'm sure this move has been a long time coming.  Jaylen has athletic talent, but apparently he has a ways to go in terms of understanding how to play the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 01:20:05 PM
Amir needs to take more shots in the low post.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Clench123 on April 02, 2017, 01:20:35 PM
Is it me or do we play better on the road?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 01:21:00 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't mind that. Brad wouldn't do that if he didn't have pretty high expectations for Jaylen. Just keep lighting a fire under him so he stays hungry

I'm on the fence about it. I mean, he wouldn't do it if he didn't think he could handle it and it'd make him better.

But on the other end, he has a significantly shorter leash than any other rookie Brad has ever had, even Smart, who played an even more important role on the team in his rookie year.

Granted, we're a much better and deeper team than that team with Smart as a rookie, so there might be more reason to have this short of a leash with a rookie in the rotation.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: max215 on April 02, 2017, 01:21:51 PM
I really do not think Smart gets enough credit. Is he not just a second year player? People judge him as if he is a seasoned veteran.

3rd year, but yes he is still very young

If Smart is in his third year, then who did we pick the year after him and the year before Brown?

Rozier.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:22:01 PM
I really do not think Smart gets enough credit. Is he not just a second year player? People judge him as if he is a seasoned veteran.

3rd year, but yes he is still very young

If Smart is in his third year, then who did we pick the year after him and the year before Brown?

Rozier

Edit: TP to max for beating me to it
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on April 02, 2017, 01:22:42 PM
Nice cut by Brown and on time pass from Smart.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: PAOBoston on April 02, 2017, 01:22:46 PM
That should quell the Smart doesn't pass to Brown crowd
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 01:23:08 PM
Smart having a good offensive game so far - hit a jumpshot and 3 assists already. Good to see after his play of late.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: max215 on April 02, 2017, 01:23:17 PM
Nice cut by Brown and on time pass from Smart.

Definitely a nice response to the early benching.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:23:38 PM
Is it me or do we play better on the road?

They just said we have best road record in the east, so its not you. This team is at its best when it plays with a chip on its shoulder.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:24:30 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't mind that. Brad wouldn't do that if he didn't have pretty high expectations for Jaylen. Just keep lighting a fire under him so he stays hungry

I'm on the fence about it. I mean, he wouldn't do it if he didn't think he could handle it and it'd make him better.

But on the other end, he has a significantly shorter leash than any other rookie Brad has ever had, even Smart, who played an even more important role on the team in his rookie year.

Granted, we're a much better and deeper team than that team with Smart as a rookie, so there might be more reason to have this short of a leash with a rookie in the rotation.

Has he ever had as short a leash as he did today? I think this might have been for him doing something Brad specifically  told him not to do. Usually he allows a couple of mistakes
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:25:17 PM
I really do not think Smart gets enough credit. Is he not just a second year player? People judge him as if he is a seasoned veteran.

3rd year, but yes he is still very young

If Smart is in his third year, then who did we pick the year after him and the year before Brown?

Rozier

Edit: TP to max for beating me to it

Thanks guys.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 01:25:35 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't get it either.  I don't like harsh rookie treatment.

Especially when Ko makes 10+ defense mistakes a game.
Unless you're watching film AND understand the Celtics defensive concepts, I don't think you have any idea how many mistakes KO makes a game.  I'm sure this move has been a long time coming.  Jaylen has athletic talent, but apparently he has a ways to go in terms of understanding how to play the game.

We'll see if he makes it back in the game.

You are right, I don't have access to all that.  Just plus/minus.

And lately they say KO's is not very good.

So I'm just inferring that ko is doing something wrong defensively or that he's just not very good.

Or both!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 01:26:13 PM
Smart having a good offensive game so far - hit a jumpshot and 3 assists already. Good to see after his play of late.
i still dont like the shot he made. he was falling back and off balance. smart needs to take set shots and be in better control of his balance and body. he is similar to rondo on this. both twist, turn, lean, and move while shooting. a recipe for missed shots.  >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: droopdog7 on April 02, 2017, 01:26:17 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't mind that. Brad wouldn't do that if he didn't have pretty high expectations for Jaylen. Just keep lighting a fire under him so he stays hungry

I'm on the fence about it. I mean, he wouldn't do it if he didn't think he could handle it and it'd make him better.

But on the other end, he has a significantly shorter leash than any other rookie Brad has ever had, even Smart, who played an even more important role on the team in his rookie year.

Granted, we're a much better and deeper team than that team with Smart as a rookie, so there might be more reason to have this short of a leash with a rookie in the rotation.
Lots of fans want to pull guys for not making shots.  But coaches are more interested in whether they can trust a guy.  That's the issue with Jaylen.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:26:17 PM
Jaylen responding to the hook!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on April 02, 2017, 01:26:29 PM
Man Brown has been deadly from those corners.  Much better shooting than advertised.  Release is pretty quick too.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 01:26:43 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't mind that. Brad wouldn't do that if he didn't have pretty high expectations for Jaylen. Just keep lighting a fire under him so he stays hungry

I'm on the fence about it. I mean, he wouldn't do it if he didn't think he could handle it and it'd make him better.

But on the other end, he has a significantly shorter leash than any other rookie Brad has ever had, even Smart, who played an even more important role on the team in his rookie year.

Granted, we're a much better and deeper team than that team with Smart as a rookie, so there might be more reason to have this short of a leash with a rookie in the rotation.

Has he ever had as short a leash as he did today? I think this might have been for him doing something Brad specifically  told him not to do. Usually he allows a couple of mistakes

Today was definitely the shortest leash he's had, but it's been a common theme for him this year with the short leash. He regularly gets yanked for a defensive miscue and stuff like that.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 01:27:36 PM
I love when IT4 gets open looks because of great ball movement.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:28:17 PM
that was a stroke by Kristap....... looks like KO is going to have a good game tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 01:29:30 PM
that was a stroke by Kristap....... looks like KO is going to have a good game tonight.

I'm happy for this. Celtics need him.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:30:55 PM
that was a stroke by Kristap....... looks like KO is going to have a good game tonight.

I'm happy for this. Celtics need him.

lol lets hope he has a good game this afternoon too, lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 01:31:51 PM
Ko seems to do better with Zeller playing center.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: droopdog7 on April 02, 2017, 01:33:08 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't mind that. Brad wouldn't do that if he didn't have pretty high expectations for Jaylen. Just keep lighting a fire under him so he stays hungry

I'm on the fence about it. I mean, he wouldn't do it if he didn't think he could handle it and it'd make him better.

But on the other end, he has a significantly shorter leash than any other rookie Brad has ever had, even Smart, who played an even more important role on the team in his rookie year.

Granted, we're a much better and deeper team than that team with Smart as a rookie, so there might be more reason to have this short of a leash with a rookie in the rotation.

Has he ever had as short a leash as he did today? I think this might have been for him doing something Brad specifically  told him not to do. Usually he allows a couple of mistakes

Today was definitely the shortest leash he's had, but it's been a common theme for him this year with the short leash. He regularly gets yanked for a defensive miscue and stuff like that.
Was this miscue on defense?  Or was it offense?  Either way, you could tell BS had had it.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:34:58 PM
Yeesh, Brown with an early yank after a mistake on the first play.

I don't mind that. Brad wouldn't do that if he didn't have pretty high expectations for Jaylen. Just keep lighting a fire under him so he stays hungry

I'm on the fence about it. I mean, he wouldn't do it if he didn't think he could handle it and it'd make him better.

But on the other end, he has a significantly shorter leash than any other rookie Brad has ever had, even Smart, who played an even more important role on the team in his rookie year.

Granted, we're a much better and deeper team than that team with Smart as a rookie, so there might be more reason to have this short of a leash with a rookie in the rotation.

Has he ever had as short a leash as he did today? I think this might have been for him doing something Brad specifically  told him not to do. Usually he allows a couple of mistakes

Today was definitely the shortest leash he's had, but it's been a common theme for him this year with the short leash. He regularly gets yanked for a defensive miscue and stuff like that.
Was this miscue on defense?  Or was it offense?  Either way, you could tell BS had had it.

The commentators thought it was on our first offensuve possession
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:35:34 PM
KO should have shot that ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:35:54 PM
Jaylen!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:36:07 PM
Jaylen..... show him how to do it.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 01:37:05 PM
Brown is deadly from the corners!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 01:38:37 PM
Keep trying to take them Ko.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 01:39:58 PM
This is a different ko today.

Not sure what turns on and off the switch.

Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 01:41:14 PM
we seem to have good olly with us tonight.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 01:41:45 PM
I love Sundays against the Knicks!

Me eeeee...too
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: makaveli on April 02, 2017, 01:42:26 PM
destroy the knicks please:
brown go for a carer high
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on April 02, 2017, 01:43:40 PM
This is a different ko today.

Not sure what turns on and off the switch.

Inferior competition certainly helps.  This is a pretty sorry Knicks team.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 01:44:34 PM
Is it me or do we play better on the road?

We do seem more focused . 
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 01:45:28 PM
Was Rozier our first pick?

I hope not ,  then it was poor planning
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 01:47:44 PM
Was Rozier our first pick?

We took him at #16, Hunter at #28, and Mickey at #31 in 2015
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 01:48:16 PM
That's the type of hustle I want to see from Brown!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: KGs Knee on April 02, 2017, 01:48:17 PM
I've been really impressed with Crowder's shooting consistency this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on April 02, 2017, 01:48:48 PM
That's what Rozier needs to do.  Use his speed to penetrate and cause the defense to collapse.  Made a great kickout pass that led to the assist for the Crowder 3.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:48:52 PM
I have always maintained why is slamming the ball against your opponent not a technical foul? If it is a technical foul to call a timeout while you are falling out of bounds, why is slamming the ball on your opponent not a tech. He could have seriously hurt Johnson's eye on that play.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jambr380 on April 02, 2017, 01:50:14 PM
This is a different ko today.

Not sure what turns on and off the switch.

Inferior competition certainly helps.  This is a pretty sorry Knicks team.

True, but a couple of KO's best performances these last two years have been against the Warriors. It's hard to use a word like 'potential' with KO, but if he can ever get more consistent, he will be killer.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 01:50:45 PM
not too crazy about that line up a few minutes ago. no real outside shooters. but they did all right, so what do i know?  ;D

so far, credible game by the celtics against a p--- poor knick team. up by 16 is nice and IT is getting a rest.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 01:51:44 PM
I have always maintained why is slamming the ball against your opponent not a technical foul? If it is a technical foul to call a timeout while you are falling out of bounds, why is slamming the ball on your opponent not a tech. He could have seriously hurt Johnson's eye on that play.

Agree....thatvwas no accident , he aimed at his head
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 01:53:11 PM
I have always maintained why is slamming the ball against your opponent not a technical foul? If it is a technical foul to call a timeout while you are falling out of bounds, why is slamming the ball on your opponent not a tech. He could have seriously hurt Johnson's eye on that play.

Agree....thatvwas no accident , he aimed at his head

odd that not one of the talking heads even talked about that..
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Androslav on April 02, 2017, 01:54:09 PM
Are they trolling KP?
Give that guy the ball, he is their best scorer by far.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 01:56:27 PM
Smart is seemingly so much better shooting both pulling up with his shot off the dribble and a couple of feet inside the three point line.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 01:58:25 PM
so far i like the game. up by 18 near the end of the second quarter is a good position to be in.  ;D

the knicks really are a bad team. i cant even count the number of bad passes and decisions they have made on offense. and their defense is disorganized as well.

i love it.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 02:04:07 PM
geez, what a crappy series of shots by the celtics.  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: KGs Knee on April 02, 2017, 02:04:32 PM
Terrible shot selection there, Marcus.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: max215 on April 02, 2017, 02:05:14 PM
This game is way too close.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: iadera on April 02, 2017, 02:06:53 PM
Terrible shot selection there, Marcus.

Yes. What in a world makes him trying to shoot from this position??! And in 2nd second of possesion. Inexplicable!

I'm starting not to like him. Not from today.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jambr380 on April 02, 2017, 02:07:23 PM
Yucky end to the half with the b2b threes by the Knicks and that gem from Smart. I guess it gives Brad some fuel at halftime.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: RockinRyA on April 02, 2017, 02:09:14 PM
I really do not think Smart gets enough credit. Is he not just a second year player? People judge him as if he is a seasoned veteran.

3rd year, but yes he is still very young

If Smart is in his third year, then who did we pick the year after him and the year before Brown?
Rozier. Yeah I know, its weird when we dont get a lottery pick from Brooklyn.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 02:10:50 PM
Terrible shot selection there, Marcus.

Yes. What in a world makes him trying to shoot from this position??! And in 2nd second of possesion. Inexplicable!

I'm starting not to like him. Not from today.
even trying for a 2 for 1 possessions, there is no way in hell he makes that long shot. he basically just threw the ball away. i can see what he was trying, but it was an awful decision by smart to shoot that one.  :P

but, the celtics have handled the knicks pretty well, so if they continue to do so it will be an easy win....i hope.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:12:44 PM
More "brilliant" Jaylen Rose hot takes  ::)

(http://www.reactiongifs.com/r/idjut.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:14:15 PM
Terrible shot selection there, Marcus.

Yes. What in a world makes him trying to shoot from this position??! And in 2nd second of possesion. Inexplicable!

I'm starting not to like him. Not from today.

It was a 2 for 1.... Dumb, rushed shot, but it was far from inexplicable.

I think players push way too hard for the 2 for 1 nowadays. 1 good shot is better than 2 bad shots in my opinion.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: iadera on April 02, 2017, 02:18:22 PM
Terrible shot selection there, Marcus.

Yes. What in a world makes him trying to shoot from this position??! And in 2nd second of possesion. Inexplicable!

I'm starting not to like him. Not from today.

It was a 2 for 1.... Dumb, rushed shot, but it was far from inexplicable.

I think players push way too hard for the 2 for 1 nowadays. 1 good shot is better than 2 bad shots in my opinion.

Ok. If that was 2 for 1 shot, it can be explained, but then it was the worst 2 for 1 try I ever saw. So ugly, that I couldn't notice it.  :o It looked like me trying to be IT4.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 02:19:12 PM
More "brilliant" Jaylen Rose hot takes  ::)

(http://www.reactiongifs.com/r/idjut.gif)

Better than the Oscar Robinson hot takes earlier
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Rosco917 on April 02, 2017, 02:21:52 PM
Smart is struggling to learn from his mistakes..."I just will not give in" just may be his undoing.

Marcus just let your scoring come from your ability to facilitate, while you get into the paint. It's frustrating he's just so stubborn.

On the other hand, this should be a very gettable win from a decimated Knick team...fire the Zen Master. 
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 02:22:58 PM
Would anyone trade the 2017 Brooklyn pick for Porzingis?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Ogaju on April 02, 2017, 02:24:23 PM
Would anyone trade the 2017 Brooklyn pick for Porzingis?

No, he is just another euro stick that does not move the needle without help.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:26:08 PM
More "brilliant" Jaylen Rose hot takes  ::)

(http://www.reactiongifs.com/r/idjut.gif)

Better than the Oscar Robinson hot takes earlier

Rose is just a terrible analyst. His entire analysis can be boiled down to (1) continuously ride Lebron, and (2) ride the hot team at the moment and act like you've been a fan of them the whole time.

There are a lot of good analysts that are former players and/or coaches, like Doug Collins, Chris Webber, Brent Barry, etc. But Rose is not one of them. Reggie Miller is similarly unlikable and terrible.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 02:26:36 PM
You got to at least mention Cbs for coach of the year.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:27:31 PM
Would anyone trade the 2017 Brooklyn pick for Porzingis?

Probably, mostly due to his fit and our incredible need for a franchise-level big. We'd be legit contenders and probably the favorites in the East. I really like his fit here with this current team, and he's still very young to be a franchise big for us.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: max215 on April 02, 2017, 02:28:24 PM
It seems defensive guru Kurt Rambis has done wonders for the Knicks.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 02:29:18 PM
Would anyone trade the 2017 Brooklyn pick for Porzingis?

Probably, mostly due to his fit and our incredible need for a franchise-level big.

I agree.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: max215 on April 02, 2017, 02:33:04 PM
Porzingis fouled Smart several times there.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 02:33:34 PM
If It4 got his 16th technical on the last game of the season; would he be suspended for the playoff game or the 1st game of the 2017-2018 season?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Big333223 on April 02, 2017, 02:33:59 PM
Would anyone trade the 2017 Brooklyn pick for Porzingis?

Probably, mostly due to his fit and our incredible need for a franchise-level big.

I agree.
Yep. I don't think the Knicks would ever do it.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:34:16 PM
Man, Big Al LOVES dunking in the Garden!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: KGs Knee on April 02, 2017, 02:34:39 PM
Wow, aren't all those Division Champion banners the Knicks have up so impressive!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:35:34 PM
The refs making sure they get their air time on national television with these techs  ::) Good freaking grief. Get over yourself.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: KGs Knee on April 02, 2017, 02:35:39 PM
Man, Big Al LOVES dunking in the Garden!

Horford has come out very aggressive in this quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 02:38:11 PM
celtics need to get better shots. give credit to the knicks for finally playing defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: esel1000 on April 02, 2017, 02:38:41 PM
Marcus should just stick to mid range shots
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 02:38:55 PM
Does Ko ever come over on the help?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: esel1000 on April 02, 2017, 02:40:22 PM
Man why can't this KO show up every game??
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 02:41:19 PM
Man why can't this KO show up every game??
i know. he can be such a great offensive player some night. glad he is playing well again tonight.  ;D
9 points in 9 minutes. that's efficient.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: danglertx on April 02, 2017, 02:42:27 PM
My theory is because he got in the game and involved earlier.  I think he'd be more consistent if he started.  My fear is that he goes somewhere else and starts and looks great.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: celtics2030 on April 02, 2017, 02:43:13 PM
Man why can't this KO show up every game??

Because he is showing up against the Knicks.

You can be in uniform and show up against them to. That should be a marketing scheme for the Knicks.

Come and play vs the Knicks and impress friends and family.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: KGs Knee on April 02, 2017, 02:44:27 PM
Horford doesn't get an assist there, but what a great pass to get Kelly an easy layup opportunity, which resulted in free throws.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 02:46:08 PM
these announcers are beyond bad.  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:46:31 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 02:49:31 PM
good defensive play by olly there.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 02:52:05 PM
Does Ko ever come over on the help?

On hair day
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Clench123 on April 02, 2017, 02:52:45 PM
Does Ko ever come over on the help?

On hair day

Lol
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 02:53:18 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!

My dream is add Fultz and let her rip tatterchip
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 02:55:52 PM
KO rebounding god
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:56:00 PM
What a move by Rozier!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 02:56:00 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!

My dream is add Fultz and let her rip tatterchip

Or Ball!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on April 02, 2017, 02:56:37 PM
Jerebko is gonna get blocked for the cycle.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 02:57:06 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!

My dream is add Fultz and let her rip tatterchip

Or Ball!!!

Oh shut UP !  Lavar  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 02:57:27 PM
Whether we get Ball or Fultz,  what are we going to do with all these guards?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: esel1000 on April 02, 2017, 02:57:43 PM
Sick move by Rozier
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 02:58:25 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!

My dream is add Fultz and let her rip tatterchip

Or Ball!!!

Eh, I don't like Ball with that group. With Smart you need someone who is both a scorer and can play off the ball, which is much more in line with Fultz's game than Ball's game.

I wish we had a big we could take (though hopefully Zizic and Yabu become the bigs in that core), but a Fultz, Smart, Brown core looks to fit really well together and be a significant two-way force going forward, especially if Brown's shot from the arc keeps improving.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 02:58:38 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!

My dream is add Fultz and let her rip tatterchip

Or Ball!!!

Oh shut UP !  Lavar  ;D

U seen the footage of Lavar playing old man league basketball?

Funniest thing I saw all week.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: RJ87 on April 02, 2017, 02:58:45 PM
Whether we get Ball or Fultz,  what are we going to do with all these guards?

Ultimate small ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 02:59:27 PM
Whether we get Ball or Fultz,  what are we going to do with all these guards?

Dump Jackson , trade Rozier and Mickey and sign Nadar
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 02:59:58 PM
if smart could score like this every game i would be very very pleased.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:00:23 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!

My dream is add Fultz and let her rip tatterchip

Or Ball!!!

Oh shut UP !  Lavar  ;D

U seen the footage of Lavar playing old man league basketball?

Funniest thing I saw all week.

Did he beat MJ one on one?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:01:23 PM
if smart could score like this every game i would be very very pleased.  ;D

So would the Celtics world ... :D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 03:01:34 PM
No way I'm throwing it to Ko, on a 3 on 1 fastbreak,  with Brown running with me too.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:02:24 PM
Been waiting for this # 50 win .....a long time.

Break n out the good stuff ..... ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 03:02:54 PM
Seems like Rozier's defense has improved.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: RJ87 on April 02, 2017, 03:03:33 PM
if smart could score like this every game i would be very very pleased.  ;D

If Smart can get to 42% from the field for full season, I'd be good.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: bostonsportsforlife on April 02, 2017, 03:03:40 PM
this is an ugly fourth quarter
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 03:03:52 PM
What a pass from KO there!

And Rozier finally completed an alley-oop pass without botching it!  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on April 02, 2017, 03:03:59 PM
What a play by Smart and Rozier.  Didn't think Smart could jump that high and throw down a vicious left hander.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 03:04:44 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!

My dream is add Fultz and let her rip tatterchip

Or Ball!!!

Oh shut UP !  Lavar  ;D

U seen the footage of Lavar playing old man league basketball?

Funniest thing I saw all week.

Did he beat MJ one on one?

https://youtu.be/VW37G25mbUA
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 03:06:10 PM
young!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: esel1000 on April 02, 2017, 03:07:22 PM
Oh man nice backdoor cut and slam by Jaylen!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on April 02, 2017, 03:07:37 PM
Brown is a terrific slasher.  I love what I'm seeing from him.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: spikelovetheCelts on April 02, 2017, 03:07:47 PM
I love Garbage time. I want to see another Jaylen Brown alley-oop from Jackson.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 03:07:50 PM
Man, we've been treated to some nice dunks tonight by Al, Smart, and Jaylen! The future is bright!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Big333223 on April 02, 2017, 03:07:51 PM
Oof. If there was any resolve left on this Knicks team today, Jaylen just smashed it.

Light your cigars.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:08:31 PM
Smart to Brown! I love this duo going forward!

My dream is add Fultz and let her rip tatterchip

Or Ball!!!

Oh shut UP !  Lavar  ;D

U seen the footage of Lavar playing old man league basketball?

Funniest thing I saw all week.

Did he beat MJ one on one?

https://youtu.be/VW37G25mbUA


Brutal in so many ways
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 03:09:23 PM
I love Garbage time. I want to see another Jaylen Brown alley-oop from Jackson.

Mark Jackson?  Because the other Jackson is playing in Maine.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 03:11:55 PM
Does Avery really have a stomach illness or is this achilles related?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 03:12:21 PM
Apparently Crowder had x-rays on his left elbow. They came back negative. Good thing we got an extended rest before the next game, though of course it's the Cavs game and we play terribly off of that much rest.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:13:00 PM
Does Avery really have a stomach illness or is this achilles related?

All this is suspect for sure

Maybe they are trying to keep him healthy FOR ONCe for the playoffs ......not a bad idea
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:14:18 PM
Apparently Crowder had x-rays on his left elbow. They came back negative. Good thing we got an extended rest before the next game, though of course it's the Cavs game and we play terribly off of that much rest.

And it's at home ....they ll be lifeless and in la la land
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Big333223 on April 02, 2017, 03:16:42 PM
I've jsut seen the two laziest passes I've ever seen in my life. Come on. There's still time on the clock.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: spikelovetheCelts on April 02, 2017, 03:17:37 PM
I love Garbage time. I want to see another Jaylen Brown alley-oop from Jackson.

Mark Jackson?  Because the other Jackson is playing in Maine.
Yah I should have checked who was active. But Zeller still sucks.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: PAOBoston on April 02, 2017, 03:18:26 PM
X rays on Crowderst elbow came back negative. Hope this doesn't derail his effectiveness going into the playoffs.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 03:19:17 PM
I love Garbage time. I want to see another Jaylen Brown alley-oop from Jackson.

Mark Jackson?  Because the other Jackson is playing in Maine.
Yah I should have checked who was active. But Zeller still sucks.

Tp!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on April 02, 2017, 03:24:19 PM
Good win over a sorry Knicks team.  Beating the Knicks is always gratifying.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: esel1000 on April 02, 2017, 03:24:20 PM
50 wins!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 03:24:31 PM
young has actually played some good defense tonight. what an evening!!!  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: max215 on April 02, 2017, 03:24:32 PM
50 wins!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Atzar on April 02, 2017, 03:24:44 PM
Good win.  Treated a bad team like they should be treated. 

Onto Cleveland.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: PAOBoston on April 02, 2017, 03:24:52 PM
50 wins!
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: KGs Knee on April 02, 2017, 03:25:38 PM
Nice, solid victory.  A bit lazy at times, but for an early Sunday game against a pathetic opponent, better effort than I expected.

50 and counting.  It'd be nice to keep the #1 seed from here on out.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 03:25:56 PM
great, great win folks!!! tps for one and all.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BitterJim on April 02, 2017, 03:25:58 PM
Does Avery really have a stomach illness or is this achilles related?

It's illness related. They wouldn't have him check into the hospital for a night or two for an imaginary stomach illness just to cover up that his Achilles isn't injured.

If it was his Achilles, there would be no reason to lie and say it was something else
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on April 02, 2017, 03:27:49 PM
The Knicks are a total disaster.  But a solid W nonetheless.  Didn't think they'd win 50 this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: jpotter33 on April 02, 2017, 03:28:31 PM
Question: with Cleveland's tough schedule the rest of the way, if they would lose tonight to the Pacers, do they rest their guys on Wednesday and not give the C's a look at them before the playoffs?
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: KGs Knee on April 02, 2017, 03:30:31 PM
Question: with Cleveland's tough schedule the rest of the way, if they would lose tonight to the Pacers, do they rest their guys on Wednesday and not give the C's a look at them before the playoffs?

It's quite possible.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Big333223 on April 02, 2017, 03:32:04 PM
Nice win today. At this stage of the season, it's a big deal to be able to take care of business early so IT only has to play 24 minutes, Horford 26 minutes. It'll help keep them fresh in the playoffs not having to exert themselves while tired at the end of a game today.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:32:48 PM
50 wins!

Dang near 10 years ago .....wow.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:36:19 PM
Question: with Cleveland's tough schedule the rest of the way, if they would lose tonight to the Pacers, do they rest their guys on Wednesday and not give the C's a look at them before the playoffs?

He ll already flopped ....tapped out on the Spurs .....I suspect his pride is a little shook up ....self respect ...I think no way he doesn't come to prove a point .

Could be bad for Celtics
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: JOMVP on April 02, 2017, 03:36:21 PM
Question: with Cleveland's tough schedule the rest of the way, if they would lose tonight to the Pacers, do they rest their guys on Wednesday and not give the C's a look at them before the playoffs?

I wouldnt be surprised if they do it regardless. Cleveland being a cocky bunch, I bet they would sit their guys on the back to back to send some silly message about how the seed doesnt matter to them.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: BE-Celtic on April 02, 2017, 03:50:07 PM
Hi guys. I Missed the game but I just saw Jaylen Brown seems to have a great stat sheet, with good shooting %.

Did he play well ? :)

Also : 50 wins !
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on April 02, 2017, 03:58:36 PM
Hi guys. I Missed the game but I just saw Jaylen Brown seems to have a great stat sheet, with good shooting %.

Did he play well ? :)

Also : 50 wins !

He had a monster dunk in the fourth .
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Granath on April 02, 2017, 04:00:30 PM
50 wins!!!

But remember according to some we're still rebuilding and not a contender. :)
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Chief on April 02, 2017, 04:08:16 PM
Question: with Cleveland's tough schedule the rest of the way, if they would lose tonight to the Pacers, do they rest their guys on Wednesday and not give the C's a look at them before the playoffs?

He ll already flopped ....tapped out on the Spurs .....I suspect his pride is a little shook up ....self respect ...I think no way he doesn't come to prove a point .

Could be bad for Celtics

I hate Lebron.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: Big333223 on April 02, 2017, 04:35:23 PM
50 wins!!!

But remember according to some we're still rebuilding and not a contender. :)
The brilliance is, we're both! Contending and rebuilding at the same time.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on April 02, 2017, 04:35:34 PM
Hi guys. I Missed the game but I just saw Jaylen Brown seems to have a great stat sheet, with good shooting %.

Did he play well ? :)

Also : 50 wins !
Eventually yes. But CBS was so p---ed at him that he yankked brown something like 30 seconds into the game. no kidding.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: RockinRyA on April 02, 2017, 10:04:19 PM
Hi guys. I Missed the game but I just saw Jaylen Brown seems to have a great stat sheet, with good shooting %.

Did he play well ? :)

Also : 50 wins !
Eventually yes. But CBS was so p---ed at him that he yankked brown something like 30 seconds into the game. no kidding.

Looks like it worked though. I think this kind of coaching is fine for a guy like Brown. Some guys this could backfire, but Brown has shown to be responsive to adversity.
Title: Re: Celtics (49-27) at Knicks (29-47) Game #76 4/2/17
Post by: mr. dee on April 02, 2017, 10:34:32 PM
50 wins!

Dang near 10 years ago .....wow.

2011 season, to be exact.