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Title: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on December 20, 2017, 10:39:13 PM
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Boston Celtics (26-8) at New York Knicks (16-14)
Thursday, December 21, 2017
8:00 PM ET
Regular Season Game #35 – Road Game #18
TV: TNT, NBCSB
Radio: 100.7 WZLX, ESPN NY 98.7
Madison Square Garden

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Probable Starters
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PG: Kyrie Irving
SG: Jaylen Brown
SF:  Jayson Tatum
PF: Al Horford
C: Aron Baynes 

Celtics Reserves

Shane Larkin
Abdel Nader
Semi Ojeleye
Daniel Theis
Guerschon Yabusele
Terry Rozier
Marcus Smart

Injuries
Marcus Morris  (knee)  out
Gordon Hayward (ankle)  out
Daniel Theis (nose) probable
Jayson Tatum (finger) probable

Two Way Players
Kadeem Allen
Jabari Bird

Head Coach

Brad Stevens

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Probable Starters
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PG: Jarrett Jack
SG: Courtney Lee
SF: Michael Beasley
PF: Kristaps Porzingis
C:  Enes Kanter

Knicks Reserves
Ron Baker
Damyean Dotson
Willy Hernangomez
Ramon Sessions
Joakim Noah
Doug McDermott
Kyle O'Quinn
Frank Ntilikina

Two Way Players
Isaiah Hicks
Luke Kornet

Injuries

Tim Hardaway, Jr  (leg) out

Head Coach

Jeff Hornacek

Game Notes
These division foes meet for the second of 4 games this season.  They will meet one more time in Boston on January 31 and in again in New York on February 24. The Celtics won the first game in a blow out at the TD Garden.  The Celtics won the series 3-1 last season. The last time the Knicks won the season series between these two teams was in 2012-13. 

The Celtics had won their last 2 games before losing to an undermanned Heat team on Wednesday.  They are 6-4 in their last 10 games.   They are 13-4 on the road and 5-0 vs the Atlantic Division.   The Knicks are looking to get back on track after losing their last game and are 14-5 at home.  They are 6-4 in their last 10 games and 3-2 vs the Atlantic Division.  The Knicks have lost 2 straight and 5 of the last 6 games against Boston.  The Celtics have won their last 3 games at Madison Square Garden. 

The Celtics are playing in the second of back to back games after facing the Heat at home on Wednesday night.  They are 3-2 overall on the second night of back to backs and 2-0 when those games are Home/Road.  The Knicks haven't played since Monday, 12/18.   

The Cavs, in spite of losing on Tuesday night, have pulled to within 2 games of the Celtics and the Raptors are within 2.5 games of the Celtics and have won 4 straight games.  The Celtics' defense and rebounding have been in recent games and because of that, they have lost several games that they should have won, especially the Bulls and Heat games.  They have to get back to playing tough defense and putting more effort into crashing the boards if they want to stay ahead of both Cleveland and Toronto, both of whom have been playing very well. 

Kristaps Porzingis is probable for this game.  He has been out with a knee injury but went through a complete practice on Wednesday and said he is ready to go for this game.  He still has a slight pinch in his knee, however and still needs to be cleared by the Knicks' doctors.  Tim Hardaway, Jr is out with a leg injury.

For the Celtics, Gordon Hayward (ankle) and Marcus Morris (knee) remain out.  Morris is targeting Christmas day for a return to the court.  Daniel Theis missed Wednesday's game after having his nose re-broken to set it on Tuesday.  He played against the Heat and is expected to play in this game as well.  He still hasn't gotten a fitted mask, however.  Jayson Tatum dislocated his pinky finger against the Heat but returned to the game with his fingers taped and is probable for this one. 

Key Matchups
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Al Horford vs Kristaps Porzingis
This is now Kristaps Porzingis' team with the departure of Carmelo Anthony and he has taken advantage of the opportunity.  He is averaging 25.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 2.1 blocks.  He is also shooting 39.8% from beyond the arc.  in their first meeting, the Celtics limited him to 12 points on 3-12 shooting  Limiting him once again would go a long way toward getting a win once again against this team. 

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Aron Baynes vs Enes Kanter
Kanter was the star of the first game between these two teams with 16 points and 19 rebounds.  He is averaging 13.3 points, 10.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists.  He is not a threat from the perimeter but is shooting 60.3% from the field.   Baynes has to keep him out of the paint and especially off the boards. 

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 allow 103.7 points per game while the Celtics allow 98.1 points per game.   The Celtics have been letting their defense slip somewhat recently and they have to concentrate on playing tough team defense. 

Rebound -  The Celtics for the first time in awhile aren't at the bottom of the league in rebounding, however, as with the defense, they have let their rebounding slip lately.  The Celtics are averaging 44.3 rebounds per game while the Knicks are averaging 44.0 rebounds per game.  Rebounding takes effort and determination and the Celtics need to have both to out-rebound the Knicks in this one. 

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.  They have to find the swagger and heart that they had in their win streak to begin the year.  They simply have to out-work their opponents. 

Move the Ball- The Celtics have to keep the ball moving and find the open man.  When the ball sticks and one player tries to do too much,  the team suffers.  They have to play as a team and trust their teammates and keep the ball moving.  No hero ball.  Also, if the outside shots aren't falling for them, as they weren't on Wednesday,  they have to try to get to the basket and either get the basket or draw the foul. 

Play 48 Minutes - The Celtics have to start out strong and not allow themselves to down big early.  It takes too much effort to fight their way back from a big deficit.  They also have t play hard until the final buzzer because the Knicks have come back from double digit deficits to win 7 times already this season.  The Celtics have to play hard from the opening tip until the final buzzer.   The Celtics played hard at the end against the Heat but they had big stretches during the game where they lacked effort and let the Heat play harder than them.  With a little more effort throughout the game they would have won. 

X-Factors
On the Road
- After a one game stop at home, the Celtics are back on the road.  They have played well on the road for the most part with a 13-4 record away from the TD Garden so far.  The Celtics need to stay focused on playing Celtics basketball and not allow the hostile crowd and the distractions of playing on the road keep them from playing their best. 

Fatigue - The Celtics have had a brutal stretch recently and are playing in yet another back to back set.  They  looked tired and sluggish against the Heat and a lot of their shots were short.  They have played in 8 games over 12 days with 5 of those on the road.  It would make sense that they are tired and so they are going to have to dig down and give a bit extra to win this game on the road against a rested Knicks team that has been playing well. 

Officiating - Two games in a row the Celtics have had a key player foul out on questionable calls.  Against the Pacers, the officiating was completely one sided with the Pacers shooting 24 more free throws than the Celtics and Jaylen Brown was in foul trouble the entire game before fouling out.  Against the Heat, the officiating wasn't one sided, but Al Horford fouled out on at least 3 very bad calls.  What will we see from the officials in this game? 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: DefenseWinsChamps on December 20, 2017, 10:41:26 PM
Win. First!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on December 20, 2017, 10:41:48 PM
TP to  DefenseWinsChamps  for being the first to post in the game thread.

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Celtics!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jambr380 on December 20, 2017, 10:45:21 PM
Glad we are getting another game so quickly to [hopefully] make up for tonight. Let's go Cs and TP to FLC for a great gamethread!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 20, 2017, 10:46:30 PM
Pimpin' ain't Beasley
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: apc on December 21, 2017, 09:19:36 AM
Career night for Beasley. Calling it!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 10:40:56 AM
Hope the Celtics can put a full 48-minute effort out there and win tonight.

Would make the sting from last night's ugly loss go away.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Surferdad on December 21, 2017, 12:00:37 PM
sixth man, frist paige.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Dino Pitino on December 21, 2017, 12:25:32 PM
I can't believe they're playing another game. Brutal schedule.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: slamtheking on December 21, 2017, 12:29:18 PM
looking forward to better results tonight.  TP for another great game thread FL
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: apc on December 21, 2017, 02:28:33 PM
Brown is questionable for tonight :(
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 02:46:43 PM
Brown is questionable for tonight :(

Bummer. This is one banged up team! Go Celtics>Knicks!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on December 21, 2017, 02:52:55 PM
I can't believe they're playing another game. Brutal schedule.
yeah, the trip to London does us in.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on December 21, 2017, 03:14:38 PM
So which mediocre Knick is gonna burn the Cs tonight? Ntilikina? McDermott?

And I hear that Zinger will be back—yay!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Eddie20 on December 21, 2017, 03:23:57 PM
Larkin out. I would call up Bird.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: hodgy03038 on December 21, 2017, 06:10:16 PM
We are playing terrible right now defensively. Kyrie had a chance at stealing another one the other night against a team that everyone thought we had a pay back message for but he fell short. Olynyk would be in the Hall of Fame if he only played against us. We need to stop having to have miracle finishes in order to beat bad teams. After tonight our next game is against a team of nobodies that spanked us last time. We need to wake up and start playing. Put the ball in the hole and compete on defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 07:31:04 PM
Kyrie's defense vs Jack's posthumous offense.  Should be a good one.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 07:31:45 PM
It would honestly be nice for the Celtics for once to play a complete, 48-minute game with not much stress. Haven't had a game like that for a month.

Unfortunately, with injuries and on the 2nd night of a back to back, not expecting that. Oh god...  :(
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 07:43:25 PM
It would honestly be nice for the Celtics for once to play a complete, 48-minute game with not much stress. Haven't had a game like that for a month.

Unfortunately, with injuries and on the 2nd night of a back to back, not expecting that. Oh god...  :(
TP for reading my mind
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 07:48:14 PM
https://twitter.com/ByJayKing?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbleacherreport.com%2Fboston-celtics

https://twitter.com/Marc_DAmico?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbleacherreport.com%2Fboston-celtics

Great, Brown is questionable with a sore Achilles tendon. I'm having flashbacks to AB missing 20 some games last year due to a sore Achilles tendon.

We can't catch a break this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 07:49:41 PM
Someone needs to step up other than KI.

Like how about Al Horford and Rozier putting the ball in the hoop. Oh...and please defend for something close to 48 minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 07:53:04 PM
It would honestly be nice for the Celtics for once to play a complete, 48-minute game with not much stress. Haven't had a game like that for a month.

Unfortunately, with injuries and on the 2nd night of a back to back, not expecting that. Oh god...  :(

If only.  There's 0% chance we can put together a 48 minute game with the quality of our bench and with our effort level changing constantly like the weather in Massachusetts.  The 2nd quarter implosions have become entirely predictable, and games of late have become a chore to watch.

I ain't gonna stop watching though  8)
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 21, 2017, 07:58:40 PM
https://twitter.com/ByJayKing?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbleacherreport.com%2Fboston-celtics

https://twitter.com/Marc_DAmico?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbleacherreport.com%2Fboston-celtics

Great, Brown is questionable with a sore Achilles tendon. I'm having flashbacks to AB missing 20 some games last year due to a sore Achilles tendon.

We can't catch a break this year.
especially when we quickly assume the worst case scenario is reality.

geez guys, the team lost hayward and morris and is holding together okay. not too long ago many folks wrote the season off, me included. for me this is all bonus fun.

enjoy it folks, isnt that why we are here?  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:01:30 PM
Here we go Celtics vs Knicks!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 08:03:12 PM
WOO HOOO!

Can't wait to see what no-name Knicks player is going to put up 50 against us tonight!!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:05:05 PM
WOO HOOO!

Can't wait to see what no-name Knicks player is going to put up 50 against us tonight!!  :laugh:

Michael Beasley has had some games against the Celtics in his career or maybe Tim Hardaway Jr.?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 21, 2017, 08:06:01 PM
WOO HOOO!

Can't wait to see what no-name Knicks player is going to put up 50 against us tonight!!  :laugh:
none of them, and i bet you a tp on that.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: makaveli on December 21, 2017, 08:06:37 PM
i tuned in early on nba lp, and at a moment the cameras focused on marcus with a trainer, he seamed to be in a lot of pain with the trainer working on his upper right leg/groin area FWIT
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:07:50 PM
i tuned in early on nba lp, and at a moment the cameras focused on marcus with a trainer, he seamed to be in a lot of pain with the trainer working on his upper right leg/groin area FWIT

I bet we'll see one of those two way players soon... Lots of injuries this year..
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 08:08:33 PM
WOO HOOO!

Can't wait to see what no-name Knicks player is going to put up 50 against us tonight!!  :laugh:

Michael Beasley has had some games against the Celtics in his career or maybe Tim Hardaway Jr.?

Oh don't worry, not those guys. Some random bench guy will come in and go like 17-17 from behind the arc  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:08:37 PM
Good Lord, why do I even listen to the TNT pregame show and Chuck? We won't beat Toronto or Milwaukee in a 7 game series? Are you kidding me? We literally beat Toronto without Kyrie already this season, and we're 2-1 against Milwaukee.

One would think Chuck would stop this non-sense after being wrong last year about us, but nooooppppeeee.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 08:11:13 PM
Chuck's just trolling -- no way he actually believes that at this point.  He's probably just reading from a cue card*


*assuming he can read
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 08:11:38 PM
Good Lord, why do I even listen to the TNT pregame show and Chuck? We won't beat Toronto or Milwaukee in a 7 game series? Are you kidding me? We literally beat Toronto without Kyrie already this season, and we're 2-1 against Milwaukee.

One would think Chuck would stop this non-sense after being wrong last year about us, but nooooppppeeee.
mute it

your quality of life will improve big league
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 08:12:14 PM
Good Lord, why do I even listen to the TNT pregame show and Chuck? We won't beat Toronto or Milwaukee in a 7 game series? Are you kidding me? We literally beat Toronto without Kyrie already this season, and we're 2-1 against Milwaukee.

One would think Chuck would stop this non-sense after being wrong last year about us, but nooooppppeeee.

Honestly, no one ever takes what Chuck says seriously. Not even the guys with him LOL.

This is the same guy who said the Clippers would be in the WCF after they started 4-0 this season (LOL). Even last year, he said Clips would beat GSW in the playoffs (welp..)

This guy also gets ridiculed for making horrible predictions all across sports LOL (ex. last year's NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl)  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:13:32 PM
Brown out with Achilles soreness.  :(

Tatum will need to step up tonight.

EDIT: Larkin out with a sore knee, too. On a good note, though, Morris is aiming for a Christmas day return.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 08:16:00 PM
do we get more rest in the 2nd half of the season?

this is getting crazy
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 08:17:04 PM
Oh great.  Marv Albert. 

Edit: er not reggie.  But I hate Marv.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:17:28 PM
do we get more rest in the 2nd half of the season?

this is getting crazy

Hopefully or this team will be spent by the time the playoffs rolls.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 08:17:37 PM
do we get more rest in the 2nd half of the season?

this is getting crazy

It's awful.

The Celtics seem to always have a game every other night, with b2b's mixed in.

Meanwhile, CLE after tonight have no games until Christmas Day, and have a few stretches where they get two days off before a game in January  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:19:06 PM
Good to see Smart hit his first shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:19:26 PM
Bad start...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:19:29 PM
Does anyone else have a zoomed in camera angle? Can't see the whole court.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 08:19:37 PM
Look how lethargic they look. Just not right.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticsElite on December 21, 2017, 08:20:25 PM
Stevens should have called timeout 1-2 possession ago off the terrible body language
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:20:38 PM
This is ridiculous already. Getting outhustled once again.

This team has become just as frustratingly inconsistent as last season.

Can Brad really not get these guys fired up to play after last night??
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 08:20:46 PM
13 points allowed in 3 minutes.  Don't know what to say about that.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 08:20:48 PM
wow
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 08:21:30 PM
Honestly, if the team is truly spent and aren't really trying, Brad should just play the bench most of the game and wave the white flag in a sense. Not even kidding. Brutal start and same lackluster energy like yesterday.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:21:38 PM
I wonder if the Celtics home crowd will ever be as loud this year as the Knicks crowd is tonight?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:22:32 PM
Honestly, if the team is truly spent and aren't really trying, Brad should just play the bench most of the game and wave the white flag in a sense. Not even kidding. Brutal start and same lackluster energy like yesterday.

That's how POP does it when there are too many games in too few nights...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 08:22:51 PM
I wonder if the Celtics home crowd will ever be as loud this year as the Knicks crowd is tonight?
not if we dont pump noise through the speakers
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 08:23:20 PM
Honestly, if the team is truly spent and aren't really trying, Brad should just play the bench most of the game and wave the white flag in a sense. Not even kidding. Brutal start and same lackluster energy like yesterday.

That's how POP does it when there are too many games in too few nights...

Yep, POP gets ridiculed for it a lot, but it seems to be effective in the long run.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 08:23:50 PM
The Zinger looks 20 pounds heavier than last year, dude is really filling out. Kanter is the perfect big to pair with him.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:23:54 PM
I wonder if the Celtics home crowd will ever be as loud this year as the Knicks crowd is tonight?
not if we dont pump noise through the speakers

Those Garden tickets went way up in price and the crowd went way down in volume!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: dreamgreen on December 21, 2017, 08:24:00 PM
Almost time to change the channel.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:24:32 PM
do we get more rest in the 2nd half of the season?

this is getting crazy

It's awful.

The Celtics seem to always have a game every other night, with b2b's mixed in.

Meanwhile, CLE after tonight have no games until Christmas Day, and have a few stretches where they get two days off before a game in January  ::)

I've been telling people that since November.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:26:14 PM
Interesting defense change - Smart on Jack and Kyrie on Lee now. I guess Brad wasn't liking the look of Kyrie in all of those PnRs.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:27:16 PM
Getting out worked on the boards, again...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:27:17 PM
Smh.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticsElite on December 21, 2017, 08:29:28 PM
Lol I'm about to change the channel. This is harder to watch than Glee
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 08:29:31 PM
This is brutal
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:29:41 PM
It's going to be a long night. At least the refs are good tonight...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 08:30:17 PM
Sweet.  Getting torched by Jarret Jack and Lance Thomas.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 08:30:20 PM
The guy in Green that wears number 42 looks something like Al Horford.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:30:22 PM
Another 40 year old bodying the C's?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticsElite on December 21, 2017, 08:30:24 PM
Almost everything working for the knicks
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 08:30:58 PM
Kyrie has been all sorts of terrible so far.  0 chance of winning if he has an off night.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: blink on December 21, 2017, 08:31:00 PM
this is going to be extremely painful

we need help for our roster.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 08:31:03 PM
The stats don't reflect it yet, but Smart has gotten sneaky good in the PnR this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:31:04 PM
Our defense looks atrocious outside of Al's D on Porzingis, and apparently we can't hit bunnies either.

Yeah, between these injuries and this schedule, you can tell we just don't have it right now. All these long jumpers are indicative of fatigue.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on December 21, 2017, 08:31:54 PM
so many roleplayers turn into all stars against us (rubio, jack jerebko, olynyk etc)
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:32:14 PM
Brad should start rolling with the bench not named Nader. Starters just doesn't have the legs in them right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:32:27 PM
And is Brad incapable of getting Tatum involved in the offense? In a game like this there's no reason he should not have a shot yet. He's probably our second best scoring option right now with Morris and Hayward out, yet Brad regularly lets him go long stretches without even touching the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 08:33:34 PM
We just don't have the roster to get past all the injuries we're suffering so far this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticsElite on December 21, 2017, 08:33:35 PM
And is Brad incapable of getting Tatum involved in the offense? In a game like this there's no reason he should not have a shot yet. He's probably our second best scoring option right now with Morris and Hayward out, yet Brad regularly lets him go long stretches without even touching the ball.
true. At least tatums out there. If it was doc we'd have Jeff green out there and Tatum on bench
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:35:37 PM
Hmm, look at that. The first time Tatum touches the ball he scores.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:35:39 PM
Call a freaking jumpball!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 08:36:05 PM
This is definitely a game where Kyrie says he's injured and sits out after the 1st qtr.  If I correctly predict that, I demand all the TPs on the internet.  And Bitcoins.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:36:23 PM
Man, I know Smart's shot is frustrating, but at least this dude always brings the effort. His D has been terrific this quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:37:19 PM
LOL, Yabu.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:37:20 PM
Already getting screwed by the refs again? Really? How is that not a jump ball? Yabu gets punished for being stronger than Kanter.  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:37:37 PM
Bad call
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 08:37:57 PM
More shots for Tatum, less for Smart and Terry.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Chief on December 21, 2017, 08:38:01 PM
Cbs, u better right the ship.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 08:38:02 PM
This is definitely a game where Kyrie says he's injured and sits out after the 1st qtr.  If I correctly predict that, I demand all the TPs on the internet.  And Bitcoins.


pass
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bello_man09 on December 21, 2017, 08:38:14 PM
smart bringing the effort on D tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:38:22 PM
On the bright side, Brad is finally rolling the dice on Yabu.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on December 21, 2017, 08:38:25 PM
We need 40 from Kyrie tonight if we’re gonna win this
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:38:26 PM
This lineup is gonna get torched
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 08:38:27 PM
ISO garbage offense
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 08:38:37 PM
This is definitely a game where Kyrie says he's injured and sits out after the 1st qtr.  If I correctly predict that, I demand all the TPs on the internet.  And Bitcoins.
unbearable
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Chief on December 21, 2017, 08:38:58 PM
Yabu and Semi....oh boy :-[
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:39:39 PM
They'd call that a jump ball tho?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Chief on December 21, 2017, 08:39:43 PM
Oh, that's what a jump ball looks like.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Phantom255x on December 21, 2017, 08:40:01 PM
I'm sad.  :(
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:40:36 PM
I really hate it when Rozier pounds the ball with Kyrie on the court.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 08:40:45 PM
So what does Kyrie need to do to get a whistle?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:41:28 PM
Bad start but it could be worse.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:41:32 PM
Well Smart is having a bad shooting game. Usually a good sign.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 08:41:45 PM
So what does Kyrie need to do to get a whistle?
wear a knicks jersey
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Chief on December 21, 2017, 08:41:46 PM
I really like watching Rozier over dribble then pass the ball to someone who has no chance or time to get a good shot off.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 08:41:48 PM
You know, it isn't the time to be saying this, but Mickey looks a heck of a lot better than Yabusele.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:42:46 PM
I really like watching Rozier over dribble then pass the ball to someone who has no chance or time to get a good shot off.

Rozier can't initiate the offense except maybe on the fast break...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bknova on December 21, 2017, 08:43:04 PM
Hayward, Brown, Morris and Theis are out, on the second night of a back to back.  Y'all really need to chill.  Thats two starters and two rotation players. 

You are also welcome to argue that Hayward doesn't count cause he's been out all year.  So thats 1 starter and two key rotation players.

This ain't on the coach.  Relax, its a long season.  This is gonna happen.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:44:01 PM
Hayward, Brown, Morris and Theis are out, on the second night of a back to back.  Y'all really need to chill.  Thats two starters and two rotation players. 

You are also welcome to argue that Hayward doesn't count cause he's been out all year.  So thats 1 starter and two key rotation players.

This ain't on the coach.  Relax, its a long season.  This is gonna happen.

Reality.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 08:44:31 PM
I really like watching Rozier over dribble then pass the ball to someone who has no chance or time to get a good shot off.


nail hit on the head!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 08:44:47 PM
I understand this is a back to back and we have played a lot of games and have another key player with Brown out tonite. That being said look at the roster of the team we are playing. Zinger is clearly not 100 percent and without him their roster is wayyy worse then ours. We have more talent period and should not be losing like this, Kyrie wants to be the man these are games you find a way to win.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mctyson on December 21, 2017, 08:45:25 PM
Hayward, Brown, Morris and Theis are out, on the second night of a back to back.  Y'all really need to chill.  Thats two starters and two rotation players. 

You are also welcome to argue that Hayward doesn't count cause he's been out all year.  So thats 1 starter and two key rotation players.

This ain't on the coach.  Relax, its a long season.  This is gonna happen.



Reality.

Same thing Miami had last night.  Their coach found a way to win.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bello_man09 on December 21, 2017, 08:45:34 PM
what a horrbiel pass
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RJ87 on December 21, 2017, 08:45:46 PM
Oh god. Nader is in.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Kevins Gamble on December 21, 2017, 08:45:59 PM
This is definitely a game where tarheelsxxiii keeps saying Kyrie is killing the Celtics even though he's the only reason they are in the game and in the 4th quarter after Kyrie scores double digits to close the game out he will strangely go silent.  If I correctly predict that, I demand all the TPs on the internet.  And Bitcoins.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:46:25 PM
Can't even hit freebies :(
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 08:46:33 PM
There is always a stretch of the season that goes really bad. I’m not panicking but all I ask is that they play hard.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on December 21, 2017, 08:47:23 PM
There we go Nader!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:47:33 PM
Of course it's our third stringers making the comeback.  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 08:47:36 PM
Woo Nader!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RJ87 on December 21, 2017, 08:47:40 PM
Nader hit a shot. This is not a drill. ABDEL NADER HIT A SHOT.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:47:52 PM
NADER!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticsElite on December 21, 2017, 08:48:03 PM
Nader is useful!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 08:48:10 PM
Good shot by Nader.  We basically have no choice but to play him.  And of all things we're starting well in the 2nd quarter with a lot of bench players.  Talk about unexpected
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 08:48:14 PM
We just saw a shooting star.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 08:48:16 PM
Nader hit a shot. This is not a drill. ABDEL NADER HIT A SHOT.

AIRNADER is on the runway!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bello_man09 on December 21, 2017, 08:48:24 PM
nadar with the 3..he shoots it better than semi lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:48:24 PM
Nader is useful!

Sometimes.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tstorey_97 on December 21, 2017, 08:48:52 PM
I'm going to call the beginning of the Nader era here in Boston.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 08:48:55 PM
Nader has passed his nadir, all things good from here!!

For 3!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on December 21, 2017, 08:49:54 PM
I still hate Nader.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:52:47 PM
Theis fouls are so annoying. Too much stoppage of time when he's in.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 08:53:19 PM
Our defense has been atrocious since the timeout.  Come on.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:53:55 PM
And back to double digits because we can't rebound and we're playing dumb.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:53:59 PM
Second chance points is killing this team... again..
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on December 21, 2017, 08:54:20 PM
Rozier is really getting on my nerves
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 08:54:47 PM
Move the balllll omg
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Ilikesports17 on December 21, 2017, 08:54:58 PM
And back to double digits because we can't rebound and we're playing dumb.
When you have Nader and Rozier in the game at the same time I think you can expect dumb
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bello_man09 on December 21, 2017, 08:54:58 PM
terry omg
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bknova on December 21, 2017, 08:55:03 PM
Nader and Yabusele are getting meaningful minutes in the 2nd quarter.  We're injured and stretched thin.  I'm gonna go outside and make sure the sky isn't actually falling....
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:55:45 PM
Ugh, Theis has been atrocious.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:55:47 PM
Semi, finally.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 08:56:02 PM
I love Theis, but wow.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 08:56:20 PM
Remember when the offense looked improved for a stretch of games? lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 08:56:20 PM
i see its groundhog day again for the celtics SIGH  >:( >:( >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bknova on December 21, 2017, 08:56:31 PM
I love Theis, but wow.

That pass though. 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 08:56:31 PM
Ugh, Theis has been atrocious.

What the heck was that. That was so soft.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bello_man09 on December 21, 2017, 08:56:37 PM
I love Theis, but wow.

he lacks lift
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 08:56:46 PM
Getting killed in transition by McDermott of all people. lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 08:56:47 PM
Nader and Yabusele are getting meaningful minutes in the 2nd quarter.  We're injured and stretched thin.  I'm gonna go outside and make sure the sky isn't actually falling....

AIR YABU TO THE RESCUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:57:08 PM
And back to double digits because we can't rebound and we're playing dumb.
When you have Nader and Rozier in the game at the same time I think you can expect dumb

It was just as much Theis as anyone actually. Left McDermott wide open for three on the defensive help; missed Kyrie cutting to the hoop and instead took a three; and missed a bunny.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 08:57:23 PM
I love Theis, but wow.

he was fouled and they did not call anything

REF U SUCK

REF U SUCK

REF U SUCK
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mctyson on December 21, 2017, 08:59:05 PM
Remember when the offense looked improved for a stretch of games? lol

It has been really bad recently.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 08:59:17 PM
What the hell, Rozier? Good Lord, play freaking smart! Is a transition three without numbers the best shot right now??
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 08:59:19 PM
Brad you can play the starters a few more minutes tonite, get Tatum back in please he's 19 he will be fine.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 08:59:31 PM
LOVED THAT AIR BALL FROM YABU

AIR YABU TO THE RESCUE!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bello_man09 on December 21, 2017, 08:59:57 PM
rozier is annoying me.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:00:09 PM
Brad you can play the starters a few more minutes tonite, get Tatum back
in please he's 19 he will be fine.

Nah, let's just let Rozier keep launching bricks.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 09:00:21 PM
Horford started the season off well, but lately, he's looking old.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:00:35 PM
Brad you can play the starters a few more minutes tonite, get Tatum back
in please he's 19 he will be fine.

nah we love playing the end of the bench tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 09:00:57 PM
Where's the call for kickball?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on December 21, 2017, 09:01:01 PM
Mahhkus
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:01:05 PM
Al has done a hell of a job on Porzingis, but he has been hot garbage offensively on this back-to-back.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 09:01:08 PM
This team is so unwatchable bruh
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:01:09 PM
Game is wild -- out of control, but fun to watch
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:01:39 PM
Brad you can play the starters a few more minutes tonite, get Tatum back
in please he's 19 he will be fine.

Nah, let's just let Rozier keep launching bricks.

HELLL YEESSSSSSSSSSS  LETS DO THIS BRAD!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 09:02:08 PM
Game is wild -- out of control, but fun to watch

You think so? I'd rather good offense over good defense. Low scoring games are boring on national tv
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bknova on December 21, 2017, 09:02:09 PM
Its kinda funny, its games like the where you realize how important Jaylen Brown is to this team.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 09:03:03 PM
Rozier could build another building next to the Garden with those bricks.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:03:18 PM
This team is so unwatchable bruh

stuck in mediocrity since streak ended and we cannot seem to fix it or do not want to fix it IDk Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. brad is thinking anymore
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bello_man09 on December 21, 2017, 09:03:19 PM
horrible rozier needs to stop shooting.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:03:27 PM
In a game where Hayward, Morris, Brown, and Larkin are all out and we're shooting 34%, how the hell does Tatum not have more than 1 shot attempt? That's absolutely inexcusable, Brad, and Jayson has to be more aggressive, too.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:04:21 PM
Game is wild -- out of control, but fun to watch

You think so? I'd rather good offense over good defense. Low scoring games are boring on national tv

Yes -- I think so.  I like good offense too -- but also like a playoff effort, hustle, physical. It isn't pretty, but I'm engaged.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mctyson on December 21, 2017, 09:04:44 PM
I am ready to move on from Terry Rozier.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 09:05:07 PM
Rozier could build another building next to the Garden with those bricks.

Why does Rozier have 6 shots and Tatum only 1? That's a big problem.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:06:47 PM
I am ready to move on from Terry Rozier.

EL OH EL

i hAVE been ready to move on from all this bench except may 4 or 5

keep theis, morris, hayward, smart.......hmmnnnn thats it for me
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:07:17 PM
Marcus -- brilliant.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 09:07:24 PM
Porzingis isn't hitting yet, this could get uglier when he does.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:07:36 PM
Rozier could build another building next to the Garden with those bricks.

Why does Rozier have 6 shots and Tatum only 1? That's a big problem.

ASK BRAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:07:41 PM
Kyrie has been short on almost all of his 3's.  Tired legs, but still better to go to the basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 09:08:16 PM
Rozier could build another building next to the Garden with those bricks.

Why does Rozier have 6 shots and Tatum only 1? That's a big problem.

Roziers shooting has rubbed off on everyone else
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 09:08:19 PM
Smart always gets on Porzingis' skin.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:08:29 PM
This is one fugly game.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 09:08:49 PM
This game is like a trash fire...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 09:09:00 PM
Baynes get off the court.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:10:06 PM
This game is like a trash fire...

we have been hot garbage last 8 games performance wise
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:10:11 PM
So who's playing the best? Smart? I can't really tell because it's so brutal.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 09:11:35 PM
Brad is frustrated with the officiating and rightfully so.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:12:14 PM
So who's playing the best? Smart? I can't really tell because it's so brutal.

KG is playing better than this whole team in his gym at home right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on December 21, 2017, 09:12:16 PM
Theis is painfully soft
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:12:22 PM
Playing soft at the rim Theis.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:13:00 PM
Theis is painfully soft

u hush ur mouth lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 09:13:14 PM
We’re so lucky this is a 4 pt game
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 09:13:17 PM
could be way worse
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 09:13:19 PM
Ridiculously dumb shot by Kyrie
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RJ87 on December 21, 2017, 09:13:27 PM
Playing soft at the rim Theis.

He's got to go up with way more authority.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:13:36 PM
Can't complain about a 4 point deficit going into halftime how we played, but this is still pretty pathetic.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 09:13:54 PM
Theis with some pathetic attempts at the rim.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bello_man09 on December 21, 2017, 09:14:12 PM
Theis is painfully soft

smh hes changed into Kelly over night.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:14:15 PM
Brad is frustrated with the officiating and rightfully so.

BWAHAHAHAHAHHAHA  TOUGH CRAP BRAD

I AM FED UP WITH U BRAD RIGHT NOW [dang it]!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 09:14:28 PM
Playing soft at the rim Theis.

I've seen Theis get blocked on a point blank dunk attempt a couple of times. Dude needs to get a mean streak in him.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 09:14:47 PM
Lucky to be down 4, but Zinger is 0-fer so.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 09:16:04 PM
Hey Kyrie,Tatum was standing wide open on for the wing 3 when you got in the paint, try looking back out for him once in awhile. One shot for him So far is insane and Kyrie as a pg has to know this and look for him more.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:16:09 PM
Absolutely inexcusable under these circumstances for Tatum to only have 1 shot. Brad is failing in that regard. You MAKE the team get him involved.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bopna on December 21, 2017, 09:17:33 PM
Rozier is having another terrible offensive showing...has attempted more shots than anybody other than Kyrie and has scored only 2 pts...meanwhile Tatum who has not been given any kind of plays for him by Stevens is shootung 100% on the floor....cmon man this team should know who the ones taking the shots..and by that I mean Kyrie, Tatum, Al then MS Baynes, Theis before Rozier.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: nickagneta on December 21, 2017, 09:18:32 PM
These last three games have been so ugly and hard to watch. Sloppy, bad shooting, bad ball movement, getting dominated on the boards.....just fugly basketball. Team has to be exhausted.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 09:18:43 PM
Rozier 1 for 6 tonight and 0 for 5 last night.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:18:53 PM
Ugly game, but I'm enjoying it.  Some intense defense, diving for loose balls, frantic pace -- hideous car-wreck of a game but can't keep my eyes off. 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:19:01 PM
If/when Ainge makes a trade it wouldn't be the first time he has to take away some toys from CBS.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bopna on December 21, 2017, 09:20:04 PM
I am ready to move on from Terry Rozier.
Bout time...the guy won us one game and has played 10 crap games for us so far...probably even more.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 09:20:15 PM
Rozier 1 for 6 tonight and 0 for 5 last night.
His only skill on offense is scoring and he's not very good at it lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mctyson on December 21, 2017, 09:21:05 PM
Absolutely inexcusable under these circumstances for Tatum to only have 1 shot. Brad is failing in that regard. You MAKE the team get him involved.

I am not sure who to blame for their offense, maybe the schedule, maybe not having Morris, but Brad has been badly out-coached by Snyder and Spoelstra recently.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:21:39 PM
Rozier 1 for 6 tonight and 0 for 5 last night.

Par for the course.  He's shooting .357% and .333% from 3 in December, which is worse than both Oct and Nov.  He's somehow even worse than earlier in the season, which is really, really bad.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bopna on December 21, 2017, 09:22:35 PM
Porzingis is playing like Rozier....lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 09:24:23 PM
Rozier is having another terrible offensive showing...has attempted more shots than anybody other than Kyrie and has scored only 2 pts...meanwhile Tatum who has not been given any kind of plays for him by Stevens is shootung 100% on the floor....cmon man this team should know who the ones taking the shots..and by that I mean Kyrie, Tatum, Al then MS Baynes, Theis before Rozier.

Rozier always plays like he’s the focal point of the offense... very frustrating
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:24:36 PM
Absolutely inexcusable under these circumstances for Tatum to only have 1 shot. Brad is failing in that regard. You MAKE the team get him involved.

I am not sure who to blame for their offense, maybe the schedule, maybe not having Morris, but Brad has been badly out-coached by Snyder and Spoelstra recently.

CBS is the HC! HE IS ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE. HE CAN REMS ASSES OUT AND TELL MORONS LIKE TERRY STOP SHOOTING FORCED JAYS ETC. this is on brad. he needs to open his fat mouth and tell these punks what the hell to do.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:25:37 PM
Rozier is having another terrible offensive showing...has attempted more shots than anybody other than Kyrie and has scored only 2 pts...meanwhile Tatum who has not been given any kind of plays for him by Stevens is shootung 100% on the floor....cmon man this team should know who the ones taking the shots..and by that I mean Kyrie, Tatum, Al then MS Baynes, Theis before Rozier.

Rozier always plays like he’s the focal point of the offense... very frustrating

terry blows like everyone else on bench not nMED HAYWARD, MORRIS, THEIS and smart and i am giving smart a huge mullign here. lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mctyson on December 21, 2017, 09:26:23 PM
Rozier 1 for 6 tonight and 0 for 5 last night.

Par for the course.  He's shooting .357% and .333% from 3 in December, which is worse than both Oct and Nov.  He's somehow even worse than earlier in the season, which is really, really bad.

The bigger issue is that Rozier creates for no one else.  Touches his hands...it is going up.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:27:56 PM
Rozier 1 for 6 tonight and 0 for 5 last night.

Par for the course.  He's shooting .357% and .333% from 3 in December, which is worse than both Oct and Nov.  He's somehow even worse than earlier in the season, which is really, really bad.

The bigger issue is that Rozier creates for no one else.  Touches his hands...it is going up.

He's Lou Williams/Jamal Crawford without a jumpshot lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:28:40 PM
Rozier 1 for 6 tonight and 0 for 5 last night.

Par for the course.  He's shooting .357% and .333% from 3 in December, which is worse than both Oct and Nov.  He's somehow even worse than earlier in the season, which is really, really bad.

The bigger issue is that Rozier creates for no one else.  Touches his hands...it is going up.

this team looked great early in year. this is not crap team he inherited. this is ll on brad make no mistake. he can tell these idiots what they are doing wrong and what he wants. more inside game? etc.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:29:49 PM
tuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuurible as fat chuck says
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:29:53 PM
THANK YOU BRAD! Finally getting Tatum involved.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:29:59 PM
Rozier 1 for 6 tonight and 0 for 5 last night.

Par for the course.  He's shooting .357% and .333% from 3 in December, which is worse than both Oct and Nov.  He's somehow even worse than earlier in the season, which is really, really bad.

The bigger issue is that Rozier creates for no one else.  Touches his hands...it is going up.

That too.  Has made next to zero progression in running pick and rolls and still gets tunnel vision on many plays.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 09:30:20 PM
Look at that good things happen when Tatum shoots
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:30:23 PM
Tatum should be taking at least a dozen shots a game.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bopna on December 21, 2017, 09:30:57 PM
If Tatum still plays passive then this has to be on Brad. It is BS responsibility to motivate hs troops and say something t
like stop shooting Rozier if he has to.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 09:31:24 PM
Kyrie heating up!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:31:26 PM
Tatum should be taking at least a dozen shots a game.

nah we are too stupid to do that
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:31:36 PM
Oh boy, Kyrie is feeling it! Tarheels' blood must be boiling!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:31:37 PM
WHY IS JARRETT JACK DOING WHATEVER HE WANTS?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 09:32:13 PM
Thank you Irving.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 09:32:14 PM
I guess its Kyrie time.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:32:52 PM
Yup, Irving trading baskets with Jack's corpse time.  Super impressed.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:33:08 PM
If Tatum still plays passive then this has to be on Brad. It is BS responsibility to motivate hs troops and say something t
like stop shooting Rozier if he has to.

BRAD OWNS THIS Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. SAMMICH WE ARE WATCHING MAKE NO MISTAKE
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:33:18 PM
Tatum just has to shoot that. You're literally shooting over 50% from three - throw it up there!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:33:25 PM
Too much dribble on both last touches by Tatum.  Catch and shoot.

Kyrie again.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:33:33 PM
Our energy is good but our defense is not. 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 09:33:41 PM
Haha oh man Kyrie
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:33:54 PM
Ok that is not ok Kyrie!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 09:34:05 PM
Kyrie is a maniac!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:34:08 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:34:46 PM
Yup, Irving trading baskets with Jack's corpse time.  Super impressed.

Kyrie has 23 points, Jack 12. That's literally almost double, but, sure, they're trading baskets.  ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:35:51 PM
Yup, Irving trading baskets with Jack's corpse time.  Super impressed.

Kyrie has 23 points, Jack 12. That's literally almost double, but, sure, they're trading baskets.  ;)

3 of the last 4 possessions to be exact (seriously)...  his defense is nauseating, yet he's carrying himself like he's God in bite-size
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:35:59 PM
Kyrie is a maniac!

he almost bailed brads ass out last game he just might do it tonite
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:36:21 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?! lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:37:27 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?!

He didn't demand his way out of a contractual agreement betause he wasn't happy... and wanted an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon..

And importantly, there weren't posters here claiming that he was a "proven good-to-very good defender." 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:38:38 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?! lol

Yeah it's a very weird argument to make when IT was just as bad or worse.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:38:42 PM
Good no shot by Marcus (impulse control)...

But Smart is 11-17 from 3 last 3 games.  Just 1-4 tonight, but hoping he's truly trending better. Hoping, not believing.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 09:38:54 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?!

He didn't demand his way out of a contractual agreement betause he wasn't happy... and wanted an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon..

I am not understanding what this means... :o
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 09:39:57 PM
The Celtics really picked it up!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:40:50 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?! lol

Yeah it's a very weird argument to make when IT was just as bad or worse.

It's a highly relevant and timely argument to make when posters here are claiming that Kyrie is a "proven good-to-very good defender." I'm just suggesting that you guys watch him play defense....
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 09:41:08 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.



I agree it's time to get IT's old underwear and wrap it around my head.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:41:30 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?!

He didn't demand his way out of a contractual agreement betause he wasn't happy... and wanted an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon..

You've said this multiple times, but I simply have no idea what you're talking about. How is asking off of a team with the best player in the world and coming off of three consecutive Finals trip "an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon"?

That literally makes no sense to me. In fact, I applaud Kyrie. He wanted to lead his own team outside of the shadow of the best player of our generation - how exactly is that a bad thing? Didn't we just all rip Durant a new one for not having that type of mentality?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:41:51 PM
LETS GO KYRIE!  ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:42:18 PM
Lol so now boxing out a bigger player is a foul? Good Lord, how incompetent can you be? That's basketball 101.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 09:43:32 PM
Bad call on Smart there...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:43:48 PM
Tatum again!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:44:02 PM
Good things happen when you actually get Tatum, currently our second best offensive player, involved.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 09:44:10 PM
Tatum again!!

Vet Rook!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:44:10 PM
nobody on this fricking team should shoot again rest of game but tatum, kyrie and al
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:44:18 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?!

He didn't demand his way out of a contractual agreement betause he wasn't happy... and wanted an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon..

You've said this multiple times, but I simply have no idea what you're talking about. How is asking off of a team with the best player in the world and coming off of three consecutive Finals trip "an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon"?

That literally makes no sense to me. In fact, I applaud Kyrie. He wanted to lead his own team outside of the shadow of the best player of our generation - how exactly is that a bad thing? Didn't we just all rip Durant a new one for not having that type of mentality?

Of course you do... he equates to wins and national attention.  But the way he went about getting here is disgusting, and makes him bar none most entitled little basketball player on the planet.  He hasn't earned anything on his own... NOR is he now, in basketball heavaen of the foreseeable future. If you can't see how incredibly privileged he is -- just try imagining 1 of any other 20 players success in his role -- then nothing I can say can persuade you to objectivity. 

I hope he demands out of his contract in Boston the same way.  I'll be happy to see the little fairy go, and you guys will see the situation with objectivity.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:44:25 PM
Tatum finds a way to quietly get his points.  I'm glad his shots are going in, I'm worried about that finger affecting his shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 09:45:01 PM
zinger is shook
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 09:45:49 PM
Horford mid-range/post game has been sus for a few games.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:46:33 PM
That's my veteran rookie!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:46:37 PM
OMG!!!!!!!  VET ROOK TO THE HOOP! WHAT A DRIVE!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:46:40 PM
Oh my goodness, Tatum!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:46:48 PM
Wow that drive by Tatum was sick
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 09:47:24 PM
Tatum is Amazing!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 09:47:48 PM
Smart needs to chill a bit.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:47:53 PM
this is one of those games just let big 3 scorers shoot rest of game. screw it, 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:48:02 PM
Team is enjoyable to watch when they play with energy. Who would've thought?

Tatum don't hurt 'em
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:48:13 PM
Trade now for Zinger while value is low.  Probably will go up in the 4th.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:49:31 PM
Trade now for Zinger while value is low.  Probably will go up in the 4th.

will they take larkin, rozier and nader??????????? hell ill throw in yabu also
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:49:47 PM
Jack's season high is 19.  Let's see if he can hang 20 tonite.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 09:49:50 PM
Rozier should of dumped it to a wide open Jayson under the hoop instead of corner kickout for 3 to Marcus, can't get up to many points I guess . Playing a lot better tho, let's go.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 21, 2017, 09:49:50 PM
celtics missing two starters and a key bench player, and still in the lead.

execution is key for the celtics from here on out.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on December 21, 2017, 09:50:27 PM
Rozier should of dumped it to a wide open Jayson under the hoop instead of corner kickout  for 3 to Marcus, can't get up to many points I guess . Playing a lot better tho let's go.
yeah, but smart does shoot above nba average from the corner. understandable.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:50:49 PM
Team is enjoyable to watch when they play with energy. Who would've thought?

Tatum don't hurt 'em

IT IS CALLED SMART COACHING AND PLAYING SMART VERSUS STUPID COACHING AND STUPID PLAYING WITH NO BBIQ!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 09:51:00 PM
Brad draws up a play for Rozier and Rozier fails to capitalize on his given opportunity.  What a surprise.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 09:51:24 PM
Someone tackle Rozier.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:51:26 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?!

He didn't demand his way out of a contractual agreement betause he wasn't happy... and wanted an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon..

You've said this multiple times, but I simply have no idea what you're talking about. How is asking off of a team with the best player in the world and coming off of three consecutive Finals trip "an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon"?

That literally makes no sense to me. In fact, I applaud Kyrie. He wanted to lead his own team outside of the shadow of the best player of our generation - how exactly is that a bad thing? Didn't we just all rip Durant a new one for not having that type of mentality?

Of course you do... he equates to wins and national attention.  But the way he went about getting here is disgusting, and makes him bar none most entitled little basketball player on the planet.  He hasn't earned anything on his own... NOR is he now, in basketball heavaen of the foreseeable future. If you can't see how incredibly privileged he is -- just try imagining 1 of any other 20 players success in his role -- then nothing I can say can persuade you to objectivity.

Tarheels, love ya, buddy, but I don't think you should be questioning anyone's objectivity when it comes to evaluating Kyrie! lol You've been completely and unabashedly transparent about your feelings regarding Kyrie (and IT) ever since the trade. Didn't you even post the other night that you hope IT comes to Boston and takes it to us? lol

But I'll push back on your actual statement. Kyrie *literally* hit the biggest shot in NBA history to win the Cavs the Finals, so saying he hasn't earned anything on his own is.... strange. What exactly has IT done to even come close to that?

EDIT: And further, I'll add that IT's situation isn't all that different than Kyrie's. IT made it very well known that he wanted the max next season, which was a major reason he was traded, so while it wasn't nearly as explicit as Kyrie's, he forced his way out just as much as Kyrie due to having this illusion that he's a max-level player.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:51:39 PM
I keep waiting for Semi to have a bigger offensive impact.  How long will I wait?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:52:22 PM
I keep waiting for Semi to have a bigger offensive impact.  How long will I wait?

Next year at best lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:53:02 PM
I keep waiting for Semi to have a bigger offensive impact.  How long will I wait?

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH

ONE AND SOME
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bostonsportsforlife on December 21, 2017, 09:53:27 PM
whoa a Nader assist
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 09:54:26 PM
Lol MVP chants for Beasley? Must be sad being a NY fan
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 09:55:08 PM
The offense is stagnant again. When the bench hit of course.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:55:10 PM
Were Knicks just chanting MVP for Beasley?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 09:55:12 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?!

He didn't demand his way out of a contractual agreement betause he wasn't happy... and wanted an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon..

You've said this multiple times, but I simply have no idea what you're talking about. How is asking off of a team with the best player in the world and coming off of three consecutive Finals trip "an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon"?

That literally makes no sense to me. In fact, I applaud Kyrie. He wanted to lead his own team outside of the shadow of the best player of our generation - how exactly is that a bad thing? Didn't we just all rip Durant a new one for not having that type of mentality?

Of course you do... he equates to wins and national attention.  But the way he went about getting here is disgusting, and makes him bar none most entitled little basketball player on the planet.  He hasn't earned anything on his own... NOR is he now, in basketball heavaen of the foreseeable future. If you can't see how incredibly privileged he is -- just try imagining 1 of any other 20 players success in his role -- then nothing I can say can persuade you to objectivity.

Tarheels, love ya, buddy, but I don't think you should be questioning anyone's objectivity when it comes to evaluating Kyrie! lol You've been completely and unabashedly transparent about your feelings regarding Kyrie (and IT) ever since the trade. Didn't you even post the other night that you hope IT comes to Boston and takes it to us? lol

But I'll push back on your actual statement. Kyrie *literally* hit the biggest shot in NBA history to win the Cavs the Finals, so saying he hasn't earned anything on his own is.... strange. What exactly has IT done to even come close to that?

Back at ya.  :)

It was a big (but low perceentage) shot.  IT made me feel like a child again, and that's my barometer of basketball success.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:55:51 PM
This is Theis' worst game by a long shot. He's been atrocious. Let O'Quinn just have the easy putback due to not boxing out.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 09:56:17 PM
No FTA attempts for Irving so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 09:56:29 PM
Rakim Allah in the garden.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Tr1boy on December 21, 2017, 09:56:44 PM
Kyrie overdribbling is a headache

during the winning streak he dribbled less and passed more

CBS should step in imo
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:56:44 PM
Were Knicks fans chanting "MVP" for Beasley just now? 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 09:58:40 PM
Seems like every time in forever this team gets up around 9 later in game and has a chance to really put foot on other teams neck they give up an instant run and it's a back to a tight game. Obv has to do with the bench it happens like clockwork though.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 09:59:04 PM
Rakim Allah in the garden.

The GOAT
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 09:59:08 PM
Please keep your eyes open...  right before Kyrie's 3, he was beaten by Lee for a layup.  He's getting beat on that end every.single.possession.

Wait, wait, wait, wait Tarheels. Where was this kind of hate when IT was giving up 25-30 points per game last year due to being four foot freaking tall?!

He didn't demand his way out of a contractual agreement betause he wasn't happy... and wanted an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon..

You've said this multiple times, but I simply have no idea what you're talking about. How is asking off of a team with the best player in the world and coming off of three consecutive Finals trip "an even cushier situation, an even shinier silver spoon"?

That literally makes no sense to me. In fact, I applaud Kyrie. He wanted to lead his own team outside of the shadow of the best player of our generation - how exactly is that a bad thing? Didn't we just all rip Durant a new one for not having that type of mentality?

Of course you do... he equates to wins and national attention.  But the way he went about getting here is disgusting, and makes him bar none most entitled little basketball player on the planet.  He hasn't earned anything on his own... NOR is he now, in basketball heavaen of the foreseeable future. If you can't see how incredibly privileged he is -- just try imagining 1 of any other 20 players success in his role -- then nothing I can say can persuade you to objectivity.

Tarheels, love ya, buddy, but I don't think you should be questioning anyone's objectivity when it comes to evaluating Kyrie! lol You've been completely and unabashedly transparent about your feelings regarding Kyrie (and IT) ever since the trade. Didn't you even post the other night that you hope IT comes to Boston and takes it to us? lol

But I'll push back on your actual statement. Kyrie *literally* hit the biggest shot in NBA history to win the Cavs the Finals, so saying he hasn't earned anything on his own is.... strange. What exactly has IT done to even come close to that?

Back at ya.  :)

It was a big (but low perceentage) shot.  IT made me feel like a child again, and that's my barometer of basketball success.

Fair enough. I obviously disagree, but I understand why people loved him. I certainly appreciate all he did for Boston, but I just couldn't get over the matchup issues he presented with his diminutive size, nor the money he's going to command next season well into his 30's.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 09:59:17 PM
How to take to the hole Semi.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 09:59:34 PM
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

ONE AND SOME AT THE LINE!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 09:59:37 PM
Were Knicks fans chanting "MVP" for Beasley just now?


That's what it means to be a Knick fan these days.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: wayupnorth on December 21, 2017, 10:00:14 PM
Thiugh it is pretty painful at times, this is experience for our bench that will pay off.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 10:01:11 PM
When you're 3 and D player but can barely do either one of them.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:01:26 PM
Not that we have much choice tonight with the injuries, but I really, really hate this Kyrie and bench lineup.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:01:51 PM
Thiugh it is pretty painful at times, this is experience for our bench that will pay off.

this bench will be purged soon or at least should.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 10:02:18 PM
Terry -- very nicely done.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:02:39 PM
THEIS THEIS BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:02:45 PM
WHY IS ROZIER RUNNING THE OFFENSE?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:03:06 PM
THEIS THEIS BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

THEIS IS NICE!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:03:44 PM
WHY IS ROZIER RUNNING THE OFFENSE?

Because Hayward broke his leg tbh lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:04:43 PM
WHY IS ROZIER RUNNING THE OFFENSE?

Because Hayward broke his leg tbh lol

What about Marcus, Horford or KI?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Neurotic Guy on December 21, 2017, 10:04:44 PM
Nader with a shocker.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:05:22 PM
WHY IS ROZIER RUNNING THE OFFENSE?

because brad is too scared to tell him that hes stupid and what to do obviously
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:05:32 PM
Nader with a shocker.

NADER is on fire! ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:05:37 PM
Okay, Brad, time to get Al, Tatum, and Smart back in.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 10:05:57 PM
Nader with a shocker.

NADER is on fire! ;D

His D is dumpster fire too.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 10:06:05 PM
Every game we gotta have at least 1 player turn into a superstar
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:06:20 PM
The bench is horrendous. They play with zero rhythm, it's like a bunch of summer league guys taking turns with the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: droopdog7 on December 21, 2017, 10:06:20 PM
Beasley turning back the clock to his college days.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:06:53 PM
WHY IS ROZIER RUNNING THE OFFENSE?

because brad is too scared to tell him that hes stupid and what to do obviously

Brad has TR running the offense with Kyrie on the floor and with Smart on the floor. Rozier should play strictly off ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mctyson on December 21, 2017, 10:07:32 PM
WHY IS ROZIER RUNNING THE OFFENSE?

because brad is too scared to tell him that hes stupid and what to do obviously

Brad has TR running the offense with Kyrie on the floor and with Smart on the floor. Rozier should play strictly off ball.

Rozier should not play with either of them.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:08:21 PM
The bench is horrendous. They play with zero rhythm, it's like a bunch of summer league guys taking turns with the ball.

THANKS CAPTAIN OBVIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:08:25 PM
WHY IS ROZIER RUNNING THE OFFENSE?

Because Hayward broke his leg tbh lol

What about Marcus, Horford or KI?

I'd say they don't want to tire Kyrie out. No Rozier should not be running the offense unless you love hero ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: azzenfrost on December 21, 2017, 10:08:38 PM
What is happening with the C's?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 10:08:52 PM
I know Rozier get hot at times, but when he's going bad he is really wild and he leaves teammates in a  terrible position to bail him out.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: celticsclay on December 21, 2017, 10:09:09 PM
This is frustrating
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 10:09:15 PM
Oh come on Nader...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:09:29 PM
Nader misses bunny!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:09:42 PM
The bench is horrendous. They play with zero rhythm, it's like a bunch of summer league guys taking turns with the ball.

THANKS CAPTAIN OBVIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!lol

Well I do use hotels.com  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:09:57 PM
TATTUUMMM!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:10:32 PM
People were making jokes about Beasley for good reason to start this thread. He's been playing well for the Knicks.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 10:10:32 PM
Semi's playing some good D, but Beasly inherited Porzingis' offense
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:10:34 PM
Nice, Brad, this is what happens when you leave the bench in too long. You let a guy like Beasley get going and this is what happens.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:10:35 PM
OH MY, Tatum!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 10:10:53 PM
Bad recognition.  Why leave Beasley open?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 10:11:18 PM
why didn't Brad just put starters in right after timeout?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 10:11:22 PM
Keep feeding Jayson!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mr. dee on December 21, 2017, 10:11:47 PM
Can't even trust Semi on D, smh..
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:11:54 PM
The bench is horrendous. They play with zero rhythm, it's like a bunch of summer league guys taking turns with the ball.

THANKS CAPTAIN OBVIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!lol

Well I do use hotels.com  ;D

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticD on December 21, 2017, 10:11:58 PM
Semi's confidence must be gettin shredded
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: azzenfrost on December 21, 2017, 10:12:19 PM
Get it together!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 10:12:24 PM
We’re getting killed by Beasley...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:12:50 PM
why didn't Brad just put starters in right after timeout?

Ugh, who freaking knows. Just more terrible rotation management by Brad. He really struggles with in-game adjustments this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: PAOBoston on December 21, 2017, 10:12:55 PM
Another brutal night
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:13:00 PM
C's blew this game when the bench came in as usual. Pray for a Kyrie miracle.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:13:08 PM
We’re getting killed by Beasley...

Beasley has had a lot of good games against the Celtics.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 10:13:21 PM
This is embarrassing.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: azzenfrost on December 21, 2017, 10:14:02 PM
The bench needs more practice.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on December 21, 2017, 10:14:33 PM
C's blew this game when the bench came in as usual. Pray for a Kyrie miracle.
Too many guys on this roster who can't shoot.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 10:15:13 PM
C's blew this game when the bench came in as usual. Pray for a Kyrie miracle.
Too many guys on this roster who can't shoot.

Bingo
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:15:14 PM
C's blew this game when the bench came in as usual. Pray for a Kyrie miracle.
Too many guys on this roster who can't shoot.

That G league guy Bird can shoot.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:15:45 PM
were staring down the barrel of back to back losses and 9 straight mediocre performances

DA needs to purge this bench. i haVE SEEN ENOUGH. semi and yabu will never amount to

anything

keep smart, theis hayward and morris 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:15:58 PM
Some tough calls on Baynes...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 10:17:05 PM
C's blew this game when the bench came in as usual. Pray for a Kyrie miracle.
Too many guys on this roster who can't shoot.



true
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:17:23 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: PAOBoston on December 21, 2017, 10:17:30 PM
were staring down the barrel of back to back losses and 9 straight mediocre performances

DA needs to purge this bench. i haVE SEEN ENOUGH. semi and yabu will never amount to

anything

keep smart, theis hayward and morris
He will do none of that. It's not about this year. Don't let the early hot start change your expectations for the season.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 10:18:37 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?
No.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: lrybrd on December 21, 2017, 10:19:03 PM
This team is maddening now.  Settling for jump shots all night (just like last night).  And Rozier has been a huge pile of stinking trash.  Time to move on from this guy.  He can't shoot and can't finish at the rim.  Need some offensive firepower coming off the bench. 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tenn_smoothie on December 21, 2017, 10:19:04 PM
Kyrie making no attempt to run a ball movement offense - just dribble and jack
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mctyson on December 21, 2017, 10:19:11 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe but they will be blown out.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on December 21, 2017, 10:20:57 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?
Ainge will have to decide whether to play for this season (which means swinging a deal to get some veteran bench help here) or suck it up with what he's got and just live with the results.  As constituted this roster will struggle in the playoffs against a good team that can play defense - because they don't shoot it well enough.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: lrybrd on December 21, 2017, 10:21:03 PM
Can someone remind Irving that he has Ron Baker on him!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 10:21:49 PM
Well, it's understandable if we lose this game given how shorthanded we are and having played last night.  But the loss to Miami was completely unacceptable.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:21:52 PM
We have a ton of injuries tonight. We're on the second night of a back to back, and we're in a really tough stretch of a bunch of games.

However, this poor rotation management and gameplan by Brad is inexcusable. Tatum having one shot in the first half is unbelievable, and this whole bench rotation issue has just killed us in so many games all year long, though granted it was more difficult to manage tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:22:33 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

no
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 10:22:38 PM
Well, it's understandable if we lose this game given how shorthanded we are and having played last night.  But the loss to Miami was completely unacceptable.

Yeah the loss last night was the truly inexcusable one
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 10:23:09 PM
It's fine to have a player or two that are streaky shooters, but when your entire second unit has the same trait, it's a problem.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:23:31 PM
I'm glad we start going to the rim in the last three minutes of the game...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:23:53 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

no

not with way CBS rotates D COaches them
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: RGow8 on December 21, 2017, 10:24:00 PM
Look at the lineups on the floor for both teams right now. I don't care if celts have been playing a lot of games. We have at least 4 of the 5 best players out there, something is seriously wrong.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: esel1000 on December 21, 2017, 10:24:33 PM
I wonder how this game would have turned out if Tatum had more than 1 shot attempt in the first half
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:24:46 PM
Did you see Rozier just stand that on the fast break? Easy layup otherwise
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:25:29 PM
OH WELL THATS BALLGAME
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:25:55 PM
Beasley blatantly carries the ball coming up the court right in front of the ref - no call.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:26:16 PM
good job good effort brad  ::) ::) ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:26:28 PM
Maybe Beasley is The MVP?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on December 21, 2017, 10:26:41 PM
We have a ton of injuries tonight. We're on the second night of a back to back, and we're in a really tough stretch of a bunch of games.

However, this poor rotation management and gameplan by Brad is inexcusable. Tatum having one shot in the first half is unbelievable, and this whole bench rotation issue has just killed us in so many games all year long, though granted it was more difficult to manage tonight.
As good as Tatum is - and is going to be - he's just not capable of being a guy you can rely on for 20 a night yet.  There's one reliable go-to on the team right now and he's struggling. They could have used Tatum vs Miami 2nd half and he didn't step up.  He's also only 19.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on December 21, 2017, 10:27:07 PM
I wonder how this game would have turned out if Tatum had more than 1 shot attempt in the first half
The rebounding and defense are still trash. I'm not sure even Tatum could have saved us.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CelticSooner on December 21, 2017, 10:27:07 PM
Bulls up next and they are playing some good ball now. This stretch sucks!
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:27:24 PM
Wait, should that be a clear path foul? I never understood the rules on that.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 10:28:03 PM
We got mauled by NY's bench unit.  Mostly Beasley, but that lineup on paper is less than impressive.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:29:06 PM
Has the "We should've signed Beasley" thread started yet?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jambr380 on December 21, 2017, 10:29:08 PM
I wonder how this game would have turned out if Tatum had more than 1 shot attempt in the first half

Sure, but we had a double digit lead in the 3rd quarter. We let Beasley go All-world on us and the Knicks didn't even bother putting in their starters against us in the 4th.

I understand that last night's loss was the unacceptable one, but this is also unacceptable given our 2nd half lead. How do teams like the Knicks have a better bench than we do?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:29:34 PM
We got mauled by NY's bench unit.  Mostly Beasley, but that lineup on paper is less than impressive.

embarassment

brad should be ashamed. does he tell these guys to go to hoop when shots are cold outside?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:30:22 PM
I wonder how this game would have turned out if Tatum had more than 1 shot attempt in the first half

Sure, but we had a double digit lead in the 3rd quarter. We let Beasley go All-world on us and the Knicks didn't even bother putting in their starters against us in the 4th.

I understand that last night's loss was the unacceptable one, but this is also unacceptable given our 2nd half lead. How do teams like the Knicks have a better bench than we do?

Cause we have 3 injured starters and an injured bench player.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on December 21, 2017, 10:30:43 PM
This team also misses Morris - badly.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tenn_smoothie on December 21, 2017, 10:30:50 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:31:16 PM
God, I love Smart. He's just a winner.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Tr1boy on December 21, 2017, 10:33:07 PM
why didnt the Celts play this kind of defense 5 mins ago??



Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:33:39 PM
I wonder how this game would have turned out if Tatum had more than 1 shot attempt in the first half

Sure, but we had a double digit lead in the 3rd quarter. We let Beasley go All-world on us and the Knicks didn't even bother putting in their starters against us in the 4th.

I understand that last night's loss was the unacceptable one, but this is also unacceptable given our 2nd half lead. How do teams like the Knicks have a better bench than we do?

Cause we have 3 injured starters and an injured bench player.

Yeah, I think we sometimes fail to realize how much bad luck we've had with injuries this year. If we didn't have those injuries, we wouldn't be struggling nearly as much with the bench. This is not a bad bench fully healthy:

PG: Kyrie, Rozier
SG: Brown, Smart
SF: Hayward, Tatum
PF: Morris, Theis
C: Horford, Baynes

You add in integrated groups and that's a strong 10.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:33:46 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.
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hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on December 21, 2017, 10:35:46 PM
Welp.  Main thing is we don't lose on Saturday against Chicago again.  If we can't play with energy and effort and win at home after we got completely embarrassed, that will be more disappointing than losing these past two games.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tenn_smoothie on December 21, 2017, 10:35:46 PM
Wonder how this game would have turned out if Tatum had more than 1 shot in the first half

And whose fault is it that he didn't get more shots ??
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:36:24 PM
CONGRATS BRAD U OWN THIS PAL!

YOU HAVE NO CONTROL OF THIS TEAM IT SEEMS ANYMORE

idiots do what they want .
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: MJohnnyboy on December 21, 2017, 10:37:39 PM
This is on the schedule. It is complete bullEdited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. that the Celtics have to play more games tha anyone just because the NBA wants to make expand its foreign marketing.

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Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jpotter33 on December 21, 2017, 10:38:04 PM
Still not ready to give up hope on making some noise in the playoffs. When we get Morris back and get out of this ridiculous part of the schedule, we'll be much better off. And that's not even mentioning if Hayward comes back early or we finally use the DPE on a bench upgrade.

But this has certainly been discouraging. We're clearly drained, and the injuries are just really exacerbating our issues.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on December 21, 2017, 10:38:08 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.
I'm not sure who you hold accountable. I think it's more a case as the further along we go, the more obvious the holes in the games of several players.  Semi can't shoot consistently enough. Theiss misses too many easy shots. Rozier is too inconsistent from outside, Nader apparently can't play at the NBA level, Brown is still too inconsistent from outside and misses too many FT's etc.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:38:09 PM
The Celtics just look tired and there's another back to back coming up. No rest for the weary...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 10:38:09 PM
Garbage.  Horford, Baynes, and Smart are the only guys that defend.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bopna on December 21, 2017, 10:38:10 PM
2 straight crap games by Average Al and Terry the saviour Rozier resulted in back to back losses...Irving is all alone and looking tired now with no 2 days rest for another week...we could be facing our first 4 or 5 game losing streak.

Sssiiighhh....
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 10:39:22 PM
Relax, the Cs will be in the ECF again this year.  No doubt whatsoever.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: mctyson on December 21, 2017, 10:40:30 PM
Still not ready to give up hope on making some noise in the playoffs. When we get Morris back and get out of this ridiculous part of the schedule, we'll be much better off. And that's not even mentioning if Hayward comes back early or we finally use the DPE on a bench upgrade.

But this has certainly been discouraging. We're clearly drained, and the injuries are just really exacerbating our issues.

I see this team getting blown out by Cleveland again.  They have no answers on offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:40:49 PM
The Celtics just look tired and there's another back to back coming up. No rest for the weary...

we look stupid like our coach lately who has lost control of the bench clowns..........or so it seems
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tenn_smoothie on December 21, 2017, 10:40:50 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.

hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Yep - I have mentioned several times that he is afraid of the players.
All his listening and composure and 'players coach' stuff is wonderful - but there are times you gotta bench people and chew ass when players don't follow your directions. Somebody needs to pull him aside and have a long talk with him about this. Did a soft coach ever win a title ?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: wayupnorth on December 21, 2017, 10:41:45 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.
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hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Lol the Stevens hate entertains me so much.

He isn't perfect (which, fyi, no coach is), but he is one of the best.

Instead of being impressed with what he has gotten out of a a new, young, banged up team, you nitpick.

It is something else.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:42:44 PM
Still not ready to give up hope on making some noise in the playoffs. When we get Morris back and get out of this ridiculous part of the schedule, we'll be much better off. And that's not even mentioning if Hayward comes back early or we finally use the DPE on a bench upgrade.

But this has certainly been discouraging. We're clearly drained, and the injuries are just really exacerbating our issues.

I see this team getting blown out by Cleveland again.  They have no answers on offense.

dude. this team is in a tailspin. stupid coaching and stupid players equal stuck on stupid.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: straightouttabahstun on December 21, 2017, 10:42:50 PM
I’m mad but I don’t think we should be overreacting. We need a break bad. It’s not fair that they’ve played this many games compared to everyone else. Teams clearly exhausted
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tenn_smoothie on December 21, 2017, 10:43:10 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.
I'm not sure who you hold accountable. I think it's more a case as the further along we go, the more obvious the holes in the games of several players.  Semi can't shoot consistently enough. Theiss misses too many easy shots. Rozier is too inconsistent from outside, Nader apparently can't play at the NBA level, Brown is still too inconsistent from outside and misses too many FT's etc.

Kyrie dribbles too much, jacks up bad shots and does not attempt to run the offense for large periods of time. He also has yet to fight over the top of a screen this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: jambr380 on December 21, 2017, 10:44:17 PM
I wonder how this game would have turned out if Tatum had more than 1 shot attempt in the first half

Sure, but we had a double digit lead in the 3rd quarter. We let Beasley go All-world on us and the Knicks didn't even bother putting in their starters against us in the 4th.

I understand that last night's loss was the unacceptable one, but this is also unacceptable given our 2nd half lead. How do teams like the Knicks have a better bench than we do?

Cause we have 3 injured starters and an injured bench player.

2 injured starters and 2 bench starters, but yeah, I get it. When we lost Hayward, DA should have immediately signed a veteran scorer. We could then dump Nader and use the DPE later. This is ludicrous. We are/were the #1 team in the EC and we are currently counting on Nader, Yabusele, and Ojeleye for consistent minutes. Rozier is turning into an absolute disaster, too.

I am just not sure what purpose this is serving. The Cavs have Wade, Green, Thompson, and Korver coming off the bench with IT/Rose coming back soon. Our young bench players aren't exactly high potential prospects either.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:44:23 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.

hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Yep - I have mentioned several times that he is afraid of the players.
All his listening and composure and 'players coach' stuff is wonderful - but there are times you gotta bench people and chew ass when players don't follow your directions. Somebody needs to pull him aside and have a long talk with him about this. Did a soft coach ever win a title ?

so we agree on this? holy cow. i was wondering if i was the only one who sees this. players wont respect you if that is all he ever does. very disappointed in brad. hope he grows some balls soon. 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:46:32 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.

hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Yep - I have mentioned several times that he is afraid of the players.
All his listening and composure and 'players coach' stuff is wonderful - but there are times you gotta bench people and chew ass when players don't follow your directions. Somebody needs to pull him aside and have a long talk with him about this. Did a soft coach ever win a title ?

KC Jones, and didn't Ty Lue just win one?
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: bopna on December 21, 2017, 10:46:52 PM
Our record is a miirage

At best we are really 4th or 5th best in the East. And its catchin up on us...
Sad that we are becoming average again..and this will continue until wr get Hayward back.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on December 21, 2017, 10:47:12 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.

hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Yep - I have mentioned several times that he is afraid of the players.
All his listening and composure and 'players coach' stuff is wonderful - but there are times you gotta bench people and chew ass when players don't follow your directions. Somebody needs to pull him aside and have a long talk with him about this. Did a soft coach ever win a title ?

so we agree on this? holy cow. i was wondering if i was the only one who sees this. players wont respect you if that is all he ever does. very disappointed in brad. hope he grows some balls soon.
It's amazing how players missing shot after shot make someone a bad coach all of a sudden.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: PAOBoston on December 21, 2017, 10:47:43 PM
Just like people overeacted to their 16 game win streak, people are overreacting to their bad play now. They have not played well recently but they are not as bad as they have been playing. The schedule has been rough, injuries a problem, and the bench being the issue we expected it to be. Just part of the maturation process for a young team.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:47:57 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.

hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Yep - I have mentioned several times that he is afraid of the players.
All his listening and composure and 'players coach' stuff is wonderful - but there are times you gotta bench people and chew ass when players don't follow your directions. Somebody needs to pull him aside and have a long talk with him about this. Did a soft coach ever win a title ?

so we agree on this? holy cow. i was wondering if i was the only one who sees this. players wont respect you if that is all he ever does. very disappointed in brad. hope he grows some balls soon.
It's amazing how players missing shot after shot make someone a bad coach all of a sudden.

Open shot after open shot...
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: apc on December 21, 2017, 10:48:35 PM
Career night for Beasley. Calling it!
Sucks to be right  :(
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 10:48:38 PM
Crazy overreactions again.  We'll be in the ECF.  It's a longg season.  And fyi, Beasley has been feasting on teams lately, not just the tired and unmotivated Celts.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:48:40 PM
Just like people overeacted to their 16 game win streak, people are overreacting to their bad play now. They have not played well recently but they are not as bad as they have been playing. The schedule has been rough, injuries a problem, and the bench being the issue we expected it to be. Just part of the maturation process for a young team.

TP, voice of reason.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:49:03 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.
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hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Lol the Stevens hate entertains me so much.

He isn't perfect (which, fyi, no coach is), but he is one of the best.

Instead of being impressed with what he has gotten out of a a new, young, banged up team, you nitpick.

It is something else.

you must not know what reading comprehension is do you? i have been the biggest CBS supporter but i am not a LEMMING like many here. I will justly criticize since i justly support also. he deserves much criticism lately. there is nothing you know to prove me wrong. DWI.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:50:41 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.

hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Yep - I have mentioned several times that he is afraid of the players.
All his listening and composure and 'players coach' stuff is wonderful - but there are times you gotta bench people and chew ass when players don't follow your directions. Somebody needs to pull him aside and have a long talk with him about this. Did a soft coach ever win a title ?

so we agree on this? holy cow. i was wondering if i was the only one who sees this. players wont respect you if that is all he ever does. very disappointed in brad. hope he grows some balls soon.
It's amazing how players missing shot after shot make someone a bad coach all of a sudden.

THE POINT------------------------------------>




















YOUR HEAD-------------------------------------------->
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: CELTICSofBOSTON on December 21, 2017, 10:51:00 PM
We need to upgrade our bench badly. I think we have to move on from Rozier and get a back up who can either run the offense or score. Rozier can not do either.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Rosco917 on December 21, 2017, 10:52:01 PM
The team looks really tired with this crazy schedule... throw in all the injuries, and you have most of the story.

Rozier is in a terrible funk, Horford looks tired. The bench is really a group of very streaky shooters all playing at the same.

Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: liam on December 21, 2017, 10:54:30 PM
Career night for Beasley. Calling it!
Sucks to be right  :(

I called it too but I didn't Hardaway was out...

"Michael Beasley has had some games against the Celtics in his career or maybe Tim Hardaway Jr.?"
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on December 21, 2017, 10:54:34 PM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.

hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Yep - I have mentioned several times that he is afraid of the players.
All his listening and composure and 'players coach' stuff is wonderful - but there are times you gotta bench people and chew ass when players don't follow your directions. Somebody needs to pull him aside and have a long talk with him about this. Did a soft coach ever win a title ?

so we agree on this? holy cow. i was wondering if i was the only one who sees this. players wont respect you if that is all he ever does. very disappointed in brad. hope he grows some balls soon.
It's amazing how players missing shot after shot make someone a bad coach all of a sudden.

Open shot after open shot...

right. same players in same spots and coach never tells them differently to try something else or adjust. he lets it continue. definition of insanity! this proves my points that went over another guys head. lol 
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 10:55:39 PM
Maybe if we hadn't traded away IT, then God wouldn't be punishing us.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: KGs Knee on December 21, 2017, 11:01:27 PM
Maybe if we hadn't traded away IT, then God wouldn't be punishing us.

It's more likely were all being punished for your hatred of Kyrie.

Life is usually unfair like that.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: GratefulCs on December 21, 2017, 11:01:52 PM
Maybe if we hadn't traded away IT, then God wouldn't be punishing us.
that's definitely what's happening
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 21, 2017, 11:06:44 PM
Maybe if we hadn't traded away IT, then God wouldn't be punishing us.

It's more likely were all being punished for your hatred of Kyrie.

Life is usually unfair like that.

Very possible.  So much for the separation between Church and Sport.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tenn_smoothie on December 22, 2017, 12:23:28 AM
Open Jump shot after Open Jump shot - Run the offense, move the ball, move the players, get cuts to the basket, drive it to the basket. When players have tired legs, their jump shot goes first. Shooting 3's and long 2-pointers is not the way to deal with an offensive slump.

And, yes, Leprauchan, you and I are in complete agreement about Coach Stevens. I love the guy and we are lucky to have him. But he has to improve his control of the players. Sometimes, you gotta make them play the right way.

As far as KC Jones as an example of a soft coach, are you kidding me ?? KC had to get DJ's head in the right place his first year in Boston. DJ tried him, but KC don't back down to nobody. He went after Fitch when he was treated disrespectfully. Those 80's Celtics knew who KC Jones was and they respected the guy.

Tyron Luie won a fluke title with Lebron Ego running the team.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Celtics4ever on December 22, 2017, 06:54:59 AM
Quote
Maybe if we hadn't traded away IT, then God wouldn't be punishing us.

Thanks for making my day and making me wake up my family by laughing so hard.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: apc on December 22, 2017, 07:47:11 AM
Heavy game schedule , fatigue , injuries, no practice time.
Hopefully things will changes soon as we will have a lighter schedule later on.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: wayupnorth on December 22, 2017, 09:57:10 AM
Can the C's really make it back to the ECF with this bench?

Maybe, Maybe not.

We traded away some depth to make room for Hayward and to acquire Irving. We all knew this at the time. Then Hayward's season ends in the first game. Now, Morris is apparently out long-term. Celts have played more games than anyone in the league. We are thin to start with and then get beat up by crazy injuries and a brutal schedule. What did you expect ?

I'm not angry at the young bench guys. I am obviously angry at Irving for abandoning Stevens' offense for large portions of games. I get angry at Stevens for playing too much midget-ball.

However, if Danny will add more interior defense and rebounding and if Stevens can hold a few guys more accountable and IF Hayward comes back anywhere near his former ability, we are looking at a long run of title contention. Be Patient - we are at the beginning.

hold accountable? he looks scared of players. not how u coach. if i am DA i am chewing bradd ass out after this. he would have no ass left once i was done with him. hes been garbage last 8 games,

Yep - I have mentioned several times that he is afraid of the players.
All his listening and composure and 'players coach' stuff is wonderful - but there are times you gotta bench people and chew ass when players don't follow your directions. Somebody needs to pull him aside and have a long talk with him about this. Did a soft coach ever win a title ?

so we agree on this? holy cow. i was wondering if i was the only one who sees this. players wont respect you if that is all he ever does. very disappointed in brad. hope he grows some balls soon.
It's amazing how players missing shot after shot make someone a bad coach all of a sudden.

THE POINT------------------------------------>




















YOUR HEAD-------------------------------------------->

But you don't really have a point, except comparing Brad to this hypothetical perfect coach that exists only in your mind.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: kozlodoev on December 22, 2017, 11:09:10 AM
Crazy overreactions again.  We'll be in the ECF.  It's a longg season.  And fyi, Beasley has been feasting on teams lately, not just the tired and unmotivated Celts.
If Semi, Larkin, and/or Yabusele need to be in the rotation, I don't see us getting past Toronto or even Washington. Unfortunately.

Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: Celtics4ever on December 22, 2017, 11:20:54 AM
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If Semi, Larkin, and/or Yabusele need to be in the rotation, I don't see us getting past Toronto or even Washington. Unfortunately.

I feel the same, Koz.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: libermaniac on December 22, 2017, 01:47:41 PM
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If Semi, Larkin, and/or Yabusele need to be in the rotation, I don't see us getting past Toronto or even Washington. Unfortunately.

I feel the same, Koz.
I somewhat agree ... although Larkin and Semi are ok in small stretches.  But, keep in mind Morris will return and we will also had a player (Lou Williams please) with the injured player exception.  And, there's still a slight chance that Hayward returns.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: dreamgreen on December 22, 2017, 05:31:26 PM
Quote
Maybe if we hadn't traded away IT, then God wouldn't be punishing us.

Thanks for making my day and making me wake up my family by laughing so hard.

LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: moiso on December 22, 2017, 05:52:15 PM
Open Jump shot after Open Jump shot - Run the offense, move the ball, move the players, get cuts to the basket, drive it to the basket. When players have tired legs, their jump shot goes first. Shooting 3's and long 2-pointers is not the way to deal with an offensive slump.

And, yes, Leprauchan, you and I are in complete agreement about Coach Stevens. I love the guy and we are lucky to have him. But he has to improve his control of the players. Sometimes, you gotta make them play the right way.

As far as KC Jones as an example of a soft coach, are you kidding me ?? KC had to get DJ's head in the right place his first year in Boston. DJ tried him, but KC don't back down to nobody. He went after Fitch when he was treated disrespectfully. Those 80's Celtics knew who KC Jones was and they respected the guy.
 
Tyron Luie won a fluke title with Lebron Ego running the team.
KC was known as a soft coach.  Bird ran that team the same way Lebron ran the Cavs with Blatt and Lue.  Bird overrided his play calls pretty often.
Title: Re: Celtics (26-8) at Knicks (16-14) Game #35 12/21/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on December 22, 2017, 06:02:12 PM
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Maybe if we hadn't traded away IT, then God wouldn't be punishing us.

Thanks for making my day and making me wake up my family by laughing so hard.

Lol. Awesome.