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Title: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: colincb on January 01, 2018, 02:29:07 PM
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Isaiah Thomas will make his season debut Tuesday vs POR, per Ty Lue. He'll come off the bench and be under a minute restriction. He will not play vs BOS.

I'm glad they did this. Cavs play here again in February and he should be fully healthy then (if at all).
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: Ilikesports17 on January 01, 2018, 02:54:00 PM
Next time Cle comes to Boston is Pierce's jersey retirement
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: rollie mass on January 01, 2018, 03:29:31 PM
I'm glad also,He might hurt himself by pushing too soon
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: GreenWarrior on January 01, 2018, 04:45:46 PM
Next time Cle comes to Boston is Pierce's jersey retirement

whole buncha drama that night.
Title: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: CelticsElite on January 02, 2018, 10:24:32 AM
http://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/21934542/cleveland-cavaliers-star-isaiah-thomas-make-season-debut-tuesday
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: jbpats on January 02, 2018, 10:48:27 AM
Gotta imagine he makes the trip tomorrow and they do the tribute then. I think an IT tribute on Pierce night would be poor form.
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: hwangjini_1 on January 02, 2018, 11:25:09 AM
Gotta imagine he makes the trip tomorrow and they do the tribute then. I think an IT tribute on Pierce night would be poor form.
what tribute? i had not heard of any special ceremony being put on for IT. i hope they do it, i just have not heard of it.
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: jbpats on January 02, 2018, 11:33:53 AM
Gotta imagine he makes the trip tomorrow and they do the tribute then. I think an IT tribute on Pierce night would be poor form.
what tribute? i had not heard of any special ceremony being put on for IT. i hope they do it, i just have not heard of it.

You have to think it's the standard video tribute they do for ex players during timeouts. Or in between quarters. He'll get a standard 1-3 minute standing O from the garden faithful and that will be it. There is no way the Celtics won't do anything for him.
That being said I just don't want it to happen on PP's night, lets make that night about him. Loved what IT did for the Celtics but in no way should he be honored during the same night as The Truth. They never even played together.
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: kozlodoev on January 02, 2018, 11:41:34 AM
I'm glad also,He might hurt himself by pushing too soon
I don't give a rat's arse whether a player on a rival team might hurt himself by pushing too soon.
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: Surferdad on January 02, 2018, 11:49:19 AM
Gotta imagine he makes the trip tomorrow and they do the tribute then. I think an IT tribute on Pierce night would be poor form.
what tribute? i had not heard of any special ceremony being put on for IT. i hope they do it, i just have not heard of it.

You have to think it's the standard video tribute they do for ex players during timeouts. Or in between quarters. He'll get a standard 1-3 minute standing O from the garden faithful and that will be it. There is no way the Celtics won't do anything for him.
That being said I just don't want it to happen on PP's night, lets make that night about him. Loved what IT did for the Celtics but in no way should he be honored during the same night as The Truth. They never even played together.
Loved IT when has was on the C's, but honestly, he had one great season and the team didn't even win the East.  I see no reason for any kind of tribute.  Standing O would be fine tho, IMO.
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: Ilikesports17 on January 02, 2018, 12:05:02 PM
Gotta imagine he makes the trip tomorrow and they do the tribute then. I think an IT tribute on Pierce night would be poor form.
what tribute? i had not heard of any special ceremony being put on for IT. i hope they do it, i just have not heard of it.

You have to think it's the standard video tribute they do for ex players during timeouts. Or in between quarters. He'll get a standard 1-3 minute standing O from the garden faithful and that will be it. There is no way the Celtics won't do anything for him.
That being said I just don't want it to happen on PP's night, lets make that night about him. Loved what IT did for the Celtics but in no way should he be honored during the same night as The Truth. They never even played together.
Loved IT when has was on the C's, but honestly, he had one great season and the team didn't even win the East.  I see no reason for any kind of tribute.  Standing O would be fine tho, IMO.
Didn't Bradley get a video?

IT will get one.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Moranis on January 02, 2018, 12:47:04 PM
the minutes restriction is under 12 minutes.  IT is barely going to play against Portland tonight.
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: Monkhouse on January 02, 2018, 12:53:30 PM
Gotta imagine he makes the trip tomorrow and they do the tribute then. I think an IT tribute on Pierce night would be poor form.
what tribute? i had not heard of any special ceremony being put on for IT. i hope they do it, i just have not heard of it.

You have to think it's the standard video tribute they do for ex players during timeouts. Or in between quarters. He'll get a standard 1-3 minute standing O from the garden faithful and that will be it. There is no way the Celtics won't do anything for him.
That being said I just don't want it to happen on PP's night, lets make that night about him. Loved what IT did for the Celtics but in no way should he be honored during the same night as The Truth. They never even played together.
Loved IT when has was on the C's, but honestly, he had one great season and the team didn't even win the East.  I see no reason for any kind of tribute.  Standing O would be fine tho, IMO.
Didn't Bradley get a video?

IT will get one.

Bradley has been the longest tenured Celtic after Rondo left. He certainly deserves it more than IT.
Title: Re: IT out for Weds.
Post by: Adelaide Celt on January 02, 2018, 01:24:13 PM
I'm glad also,He might hurt himself by pushing too soon
I don't give a rat's arse whether a player on a rival team might hurt himself by pushing too soon.

 8)
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: SparzWizard on January 02, 2018, 02:17:20 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

And I sure as hell don't want him to overtake Paul Pierce's night.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: manl_lui on January 02, 2018, 02:18:24 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: SparzWizard on January 02, 2018, 02:29:45 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston

Nope not in my books. That's PP34 night to me!
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: CelticD on January 02, 2018, 02:41:39 PM
Everything about IT has been rubbing me the wrong way since he got traded. He thought he was untouchable but got humbled in front of the league, now he's salty.

C's should do one anyway.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Ilikesports17 on January 02, 2018, 03:02:37 PM
I love Thomas but he's no Paul pierce.

If he doesn't want the video tonight, then I say no video.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: footey on January 02, 2018, 03:05:52 PM
Look forward to watching him tonight vs PTB. 
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenEnvy on January 02, 2018, 03:11:36 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston

If he’s going to be on the sidelines, they should do it tomorrow. No reason not to do it the first time he is in the building.

Didn’t the TWolves do that with KG? I may be misremembering, but KG didn’t suit up his first time back and they had their tribute with him in street clothes.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: mef730 on January 02, 2018, 03:35:59 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston

If he’s going to be on the sidelines, they should do it tomorrow. No reason not to do it the first time he is in the building.

Didn’t the TWolves do that with KG? I may be misremembering, but KG didn’t suit up his first time back and they had their tribute with him in street clothes.

You are correct. KG did not play in the tribute game.

Mike
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: kozlodoev on January 02, 2018, 03:38:20 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston

If he’s going to be on the sidelines, they should do it tomorrow. No reason not to do it the first time he is in the building.

Didn’t the TWolves do that with KG? I may be misremembering, but KG didn’t suit up his first time back and they had their tribute with him in street clothes.

You are correct. KG did not play in the tribute game.

Mike
He didn't play, but I'm pretty sure he suited up, because the crowd just kept chanting, "We want KG".
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: kozlodoev on January 02, 2018, 03:43:22 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston
Isaiah is all about Isaiah, isn't he?

Also, he ain't getting style points by bad-mouthing fans on Twitter. Wow.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenEnvy on January 02, 2018, 03:47:00 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston

If he’s going to be on the sidelines, they should do it tomorrow. No reason not to do it the first time he is in the building.

Didn’t the TWolves do that with KG? I may be misremembering, but KG didn’t suit up his first time back and they had their tribute with him in street clothes.

You are correct. KG did not play in the tribute game.

Mike
He didn't play, but I'm pretty sure he suited up, because the crowd just kept chanting, "We want KG".

I really do not recall KG ever suiting up if he wasn’t playing, he wouldn’t even sit on the sidelines (except the 2009 playoffs).

I vaguely remember him in a black peacoat-ish jacket saluting the crowd and watching the tribute.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: kozlodoev on January 02, 2018, 04:07:23 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston

If he’s going to be on the sidelines, they should do it tomorrow. No reason not to do it the first time he is in the building.

Didn’t the TWolves do that with KG? I may be misremembering, but KG didn’t suit up his first time back and they had their tribute with him in street clothes.

You are correct. KG did not play in the tribute game.

Mike
He didn't play, but I'm pretty sure he suited up, because the crowd just kept chanting, "We want KG".

I really do not recall KG ever suiting up if he wasn’t playing, he wouldn’t even sit on the sidelines (except the 2009 playoffs).

I vaguely remember him in a black peacoat-ish jacket saluting the crowd and watching the tribute.
That was his first return to MN with the Celtics.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: fairweatherfan on January 02, 2018, 04:14:10 PM
Thomas asks Celtics to not honor him with video tribute on Wednesday.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2752044-isaiah-thomas-requested-not-to-be-honored-by-celtics-with-video-tribute?share=other

Don't honor him at all then. Boo him when he walks in. I don't tolerate whiners with a big ego behavior. It's what many players do whenever they follow LeBron James.

I think he wanted them to postpone it so he can be honored when he plays against the Celtics the next time he is in Boston
Isaiah is all about Isaiah, isn't he?


It's his tribute, it's inherently about him and the team. If they mutually agree on a time I don't see a problem with it.  Would rather it not overlap with Paul Pierce night but no biggie if it does.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: kozlodoev on January 02, 2018, 04:52:18 PM
It's his tribute, it's inherently about him and the team. If they mutually agree on a time I don't see a problem with it.  Would rather it not overlap with Paul Pierce night but no biggie if it does.
I thought the fans figured somewhere in the equation. Silly me.

If this is just between him and the team, I guess they can just send him a DVD when they're done or something?
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: mr. dee on January 02, 2018, 07:24:45 PM
IT on the court now.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: esel1000 on January 02, 2018, 07:26:42 PM
IT on the court now.

It's going to take some time for IT and Lebron to get used to sharing the court. IT still has that ball dominant mentality
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: wayupnorth on January 02, 2018, 07:26:44 PM
I normally would not care at all if he wanted it when he played.

But that night is supposed to be all about Paul. I am sure it is not the case, but it feels like he is almost trying to upstage Paul.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: mr. dee on January 02, 2018, 07:33:10 PM
He still doesn't have the burst and the leap.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: SparzWizard on January 02, 2018, 07:36:24 PM
Won't matter. Let IT4 witness what greatness is all about on February 11.

Paul Pierce Night!
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: JBcat on January 02, 2018, 08:15:43 PM
I normally would not care at all if he wanted it when he played.

But that night is supposed to be all about Paul. I am sure it is not the case, but it feels like he is almost trying to upstage Paul.

I don’t think it’s that.  It seems like he wants his family there (which it doesn’t sound like it will be)  and to be playing for the video.  I’m fine with that reason.

On Pierce night his retiring of his number will happen after the game. So if they do a video tribute for Thomas during the first quarter or something that’s fine by me.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: SparzWizard on January 02, 2018, 08:48:09 PM
https://primetimesportstalk.com/2018/01/02/gordon-two-former-celtics-are-acting-like-children/

Besides Thomas acting like a crybaby demanding the truck and how Ainge betrayed him blah blah blah, Crowder doesn't deserve a tribute at all lol. He deserves to get replaced by Gordon Hayward. Him and his Twitter rants, frustrations and his liability in the postseason was enough telling.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: ImShakHeIsShaq on January 02, 2018, 08:52:24 PM
He still doesn't have the burst and the leap.

first game back, give it time.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: blink on January 02, 2018, 08:53:35 PM
count me among the IT deserves a video tribute, but he shouldn't get to determine the date of the tribute.  that is really pushing it as far as I am concerned.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: bknova on January 02, 2018, 08:58:10 PM
count me among the IT deserves a video tribute, but he shouldn't get to determine the date of the tribute.  that is really pushing it as far as I am concerned.


that's Paul Pierce's day.  I don't care what IT did, he'll never be Paul Pierce.  Ever.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: KGs Knee on January 02, 2018, 08:58:12 PM
I swear...IT can kiss my grits. I've had enough of his mouth. Screw him.

Ain't no way he deserves any part of Paul's night. That is some straight BS.

I hope Paul tells the C's they better not dare give IT squat on his night.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: G-Bones on January 02, 2018, 08:58:38 PM
Crowder should get no tribute.  I believe he and LeBron unnecessarily roughed up Hayward on the opening night injury. 
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: azzenfrost on January 02, 2018, 08:58:46 PM
He's looking alright in the Portland game. Missed a couple of shots that I think he would've made last season. But otherwise, yeah.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: ImShakHeIsShaq on January 02, 2018, 09:00:37 PM
mr 4th has arrived
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: ImShakHeIsShaq on January 02, 2018, 09:02:30 PM
[dang] man I wanted to see more. give him 2 more mins lue!
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: mainevent on January 02, 2018, 09:17:31 PM
I swear...IT can kiss my grits. I've had enough of his mouth. Screw him.

Ain't no way he deserves any part of Paul's night. That is some straight BS.

I hope Paul tells the C's they better not dare give IT squat on his night.

^THIS^ - I've been tired of his mouth for months now. Now to dictate when HE wants a tribute? Hah! Let Cleveland and the worlds greatest player give you your tribute!
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Roy H. on January 02, 2018, 09:30:56 PM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Rondo9 on January 02, 2018, 09:40:05 PM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

One game.  ;)
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: rondohondo on January 02, 2018, 09:42:41 PM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

I think people were more concerned about his long term health. Also having to hide him defensively. Kyrie is 5 years younger and a better player.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Smitty77 on January 02, 2018, 09:45:29 PM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

Let's just see how MUCH the Cavs will be WILLING to pay him!!!  That is what I am very impatiently waiting for!!  I predict that he will NOT get close to a max!!!  Because he does not deserve one!!

Smitty77
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Big333223 on January 02, 2018, 09:46:32 PM
17 points in 19 minutes. 6/12 from the floor, 3/8 from deep. Impressive first night back.

Good for him.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: mainevent on January 02, 2018, 10:08:04 PM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

You're still hurt huh? Lol...good for him.  Happy he's playing again.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: csfansince60s on January 02, 2018, 10:16:20 PM
Just saw IT on NBA tv.

Guy is for real… Love that guy and miss him
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 02, 2018, 11:14:19 PM
It's like he simply took a leave of absence...then came back refreshed.

Looks like he didn't skip a beat.

I bleed Green like the rest of us but we're going to have our hands full vs CLE.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Monkhouse on January 02, 2018, 11:23:25 PM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

Let's just see how MUCH the Cavs will be WILLING to pay him!!!  That is what I am very impatiently waiting for!!  I predict that he will NOT get close to a max!!!  Because he does not deserve one!!

Smitty77

If LeBron leaves I can see the Cavs being desperate and giving Isaiah a pretty nice cintrac5t. Not a max, simply cause most GM's are wary of long committed maxes. Isaiah Thomas and Love are still a potent one two punch. You just need to add defenders around them to make up for their weak defense.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 02, 2018, 11:28:50 PM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Tr1boy on January 02, 2018, 11:35:24 PM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 02, 2018, 11:36:43 PM
He's not playing tomorrow (thank God), but when he does (in Feb?) all I can hear is this sound in my head

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9QTSyLwd4w

Guess whose the shark and guess whose the prey.

We'd better be ready.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 02, 2018, 11:39:49 PM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Roy H. on January 03, 2018, 06:28:50 AM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

You're still hurt huh? Lol...good for him.  Happy he's playing again.

Nope, just repeating what I heard.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Moranis on January 03, 2018, 06:36:52 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Androslav on January 03, 2018, 06:56:43 AM
It felt so long since I've seen him play. Great comeback game for IT!

When I saw his layup with 30 secs to go in the 1st, as he fell on the ground, immediately I went: "Ouch! Is he good?" I know he was good after that small fall, but I think that I sympathize with him too much not to worry about it.

Go IT - The best Celtic ever that won't get his jersey retired from the franchise!
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Celtics4ever on January 03, 2018, 06:57:10 AM
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Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

So you think is up to norm with the every other night minute restriction.   That alone indicates there is still some chance of reinjury and the Cavs are being cautious.

I want IT to do well except when playing us.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Vermont Green on January 03, 2018, 08:32:13 AM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

Is it just me or does anyone else think that Roy H. has been more snarky/divisive since Donald Trump got elected   ;)

I am sure that I was not the only one that expected IT to play great for the Cavs and make big shots for them in big games.  IT not only has the "it" factor, he is named after it.  The problem for the Cavs though is that IT is going to end up being a half year rental.  Someone is going to over pay IT and IT might surprise everyone again and play up to the contract.  I am happy though that it is not the Celtics who are going to over pay for IT and I don't see how the Cavs can pay him.  Maybe if LeBron leaves and they rebuild around Love and IT?
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Roy H. on January 03, 2018, 08:55:08 AM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

Is it just me or does anyone else think that Roy H. has been more snarky/divisive since Donald Trump got elected   ;)

I am sure that I was not the only one that expected IT to play great for the Cavs and make big shots for them in big games.  IT not only has the "it" factor, he is named after it.  The problem for the Cavs though is that IT is going to end up being a half year rental.  Someone is going to over pay IT and IT might surprise everyone again and play up to the contract.  I am happy though that it is not the Celtics who are going to over pay for IT and I don't see how the Cavs can pay him.  Maybe if LeBron leaves and they rebuild around Love and IT?

If IT is healthy, even a full max is market value based upon past off-seasons and lesser players getting paid the max.  Now, there could be a contracted market due to fewer teams having space.

It all comes down to Lebron. If he stays, I think IT does, too. If he leaves, I’ve got no idea where IT ends up, although Gilbert may want to stay in playoff contention.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Moranis on January 03, 2018, 08:59:40 AM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

Is it just me or does anyone else think that Roy H. has been more snarky/divisive since Donald Trump got elected   ;)

I am sure that I was not the only one that expected IT to play great for the Cavs and make big shots for them in big games.  IT not only has the "it" factor, he is named after it.  The problem for the Cavs though is that IT is going to end up being a half year rental.  Someone is going to over pay IT and IT might surprise everyone again and play up to the contract.  I am happy though that it is not the Celtics who are going to over pay for IT and I don't see how the Cavs can pay him.  Maybe if LeBron leaves and they rebuild around Love and IT?

If IT is healthy, even a full max is market value based upon past off-seasons and lesser players getting paid the max.  Now, there could be a contracted market due to fewer teams having space.

It all comes down to Lebron. If he stays, I think IT does, too. If he leaves, I’ve got no idea where IT ends up, although Gilbert may want to stay in playoff contention.
I think the best IT does is what Lowry got from Toronto.  3 years, 100 million seems like the best case, of course unless it is the Cavs that is offering that, I have no idea what team would have the space, need, and fit.  That has always been the problem for IT.  There just aren't going to be that many teams that even need a PG, let alone have the cap space, and would be interested in a win now PG.  His market is going to be very limited for all of those reasons. 
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 03, 2018, 09:09:22 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

One of the easiest questions ever posed to me on CelticsBlog.

Answer - Teams that want to WIN.

Teams that want a high-character, gritty, chip on his shoulder type of player.

Teams that want a PROVEN leader - in the locker room and on the court.

Teams that want a me-against-the-world type of player.

Teams that want a 2nd-team All-NBA player and 2x All-Star.

Teams that want a player that ELEVATES his game in the Post-Season - even though he was the primary offensive option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39gFgeisYlA

Teams that want to build a CHAMPION - ready to win right now.

Teams that WANT their leader to play through broken teeth, family passing away and giving his heart and soul to the team and the city - playing through tears.

Give ME an NBA team I'd sign him ASAP.

Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: wayupnorth on January 03, 2018, 09:12:05 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

One of the easiest questions ever posed to me on CelticsBlog.

Answer - Teams that want to WIN.

Teams that want a high-character, gritty, chip on his shoulder type of player.

Teams that want a PROVEN leader - in the locker room and on the court.

Teams that want a me-against-the-world type of player.

Teams that want a 2nd-team All-NBA player and 2x All-Star.

Teams that want a player that ELEVATES his game in the Post-Season - even though he was the primary offensive option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39gFgeisYlA

Teams that want to build a CHAMPION - ready to win right now.

Teams that WANT their leader to play through broken teeth, family passing away and giving his heart and soul to the team and the city - playing through tears.

Give ME an NBA team I'd sign him ASAP.

Funny thing is, you didn't answer his question at all, and by doing so, gave hide take more credence.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: jpotter33 on January 03, 2018, 09:14:32 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

One of the easiest questions ever posed to me on CelticsBlog.

Answer - Teams that want to WIN.

Teams that want a high-character, gritty, chip on his shoulder type of player.

Teams that want a PROVEN leader - in the locker room and on the court.

Teams that want a me-against-the-world type of player.

Teams that want a 2nd-team All-NBA player and 2x All-Star.

Teams that want a player that ELEVATES his game in the Post-Season - even though he was the primary offensive option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39gFgeisYlA

Teams that want to build a CHAMPION - ready to win right now.

Teams that WANT their leader to play through broken teeth, family passing away and giving his heart and soul to the team and the city - playing through tears.

Give ME an NBA team I'd sign him ASAP.

I can’t help but notice that you didn’t mention any teams in particular that fall into this category.  ;)

I hope IT gets big money and security, but I see it more happening on some team like the Lakers as a backup plan when their Lebron/George pipe dream falls through.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 03, 2018, 09:15:02 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

One of the easiest questions ever posed to me on CelticsBlog.

Answer - Teams that want to WIN.

Teams that want a high-character, gritty, chip on his shoulder type of player.

Teams that want a PROVEN leader - in the locker room and on the court.

Teams that want a me-against-the-world type of player.

Teams that want a 2nd-team All-NBA player and 2x All-Star.

Teams that want a player that ELEVATES his game in the Post-Season - even though he was the primary offensive option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39gFgeisYlA

Teams that want to build a CHAMPION - ready to win right now.

Teams that WANT their leader to play through broken teeth, family passing away and giving his heart and soul to the team and the city - playing through tears.

Give ME an NBA team I'd sign him ASAP.

Funny thing is, you didn't answer his question at all, and by doing so, gave hide take more credence.

Are you Moranis? I wasn't talking to you.

And what is this? A New language structure?
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: tazzmaniac on January 03, 2018, 09:21:34 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

One of the easiest questions ever posed to me on CelticsBlog.

Answer - Teams that want to WIN.

Teams that want a high-character, gritty, chip on his shoulder type of player.

Teams that want a PROVEN leader - in the locker room and on the court.

Teams that want a me-against-the-world type of player.

Teams that want a 2nd-team All-NBA player and 2x All-Star.

Teams that want a player that ELEVATES his game in the Post-Season - even though he was the primary offensive option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39gFgeisYlA

Teams that want to build a CHAMPION - ready to win right now.

Teams that WANT their leader to play through broken teeth, family passing away and giving his heart and soul to the team and the city - playing through tears.

Give ME an NBA team I'd sign him ASAP.

Funny thing is, you didn't answer his question at all, and by doing so, gave hide take more credence.

Are you Moranis? I wasn't talking to you.

And what is this? A New language structure?
These threads aren't a personal conversation.  You got called out for your response being non-responsive and then you make a silly complaint about an obvious typo.   
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: tazzmaniac on January 03, 2018, 09:26:47 AM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

Is it just me or does anyone else think that Roy H. has been more snarky/divisive since Donald Trump got elected   ;)

I am sure that I was not the only one that expected IT to play great for the Cavs and make big shots for them in big games.  IT not only has the "it" factor, he is named after it.  The problem for the Cavs though is that IT is going to end up being a half year rental.  Someone is going to over pay IT and IT might surprise everyone again and play up to the contract.  I am happy though that it is not the Celtics who are going to over pay for IT and I don't see how the Cavs can pay him.  Maybe if LeBron leaves and they rebuild around Love and IT?

If IT is healthy, even a full max is market value based upon past off-seasons and lesser players getting paid the max.  Now, there could be a contracted market due to fewer teams having space.

It all comes down to Lebron. If he stays, I think IT does, too. If he leaves, I’ve got no idea where IT ends up, although Gilbert may want to stay in playoff contention.
I think the best IT does is what Lowry got from Toronto.  3 years, 100 million seems like the best case, of course unless it is the Cavs that is offering that, I have no idea what team would have the space, need, and fit.  That has always been the problem for IT.  There just aren't going to be that many teams that even need a PG, let alone have the cap space, and would be interested in a win now PG.  His market is going to be very limited for all of those reasons.
I don't think he'll get that much unless it is from the Cavs and they'd only do it if it meant Lebron would stay. 
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Moranis on January 03, 2018, 09:28:01 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

One of the easiest questions ever posed to me on CelticsBlog.

Answer - Teams that want to WIN.

Teams that want a high-character, gritty, chip on his shoulder type of player.

Teams that want a PROVEN leader - in the locker room and on the court.

Teams that want a me-against-the-world type of player.

Teams that want a 2nd-team All-NBA player and 2x All-Star.

Teams that want a player that ELEVATES his game in the Post-Season - even though he was the primary offensive option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39gFgeisYlA

Teams that want to build a CHAMPION - ready to win right now.

Teams that WANT their leader to play through broken teeth, family passing away and giving his heart and soul to the team and the city - playing through tears.

Give ME an NBA team I'd sign him ASAP.

Funny thing is, you didn't answer his question at all, and by doing so, gave hide take more credence.

Are you Moranis? I wasn't talking to you.

And what is this? A New language structure?
These threads aren't a personal conversation.  You got called out for your response being non-responsive and then you make a silly complaint about an obvious typo.
Of course he didn't answer the question, because he can't.  Those teams just don't exist.  outside of Cleveland, there are a couple of teams that reasonably make sense for Thomas the player, but as of now those teams don't have anywhere near the cap space to actually sign him (Milwaukee for example seems like a reasonable landing spot if they believe Thomas and Giannis can work, but Milwaukee would have to make a lot of moves to clear the salary to sign Thomas, and I'm not sure it is worth it for Milwaukee to do that). 
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 03, 2018, 09:28:18 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

One of the easiest questions ever posed to me on CelticsBlog.

Answer - Teams that want to WIN.

Teams that want a high-character, gritty, chip on his shoulder type of player.

Teams that want a PROVEN leader - in the locker room and on the court.

Teams that want a me-against-the-world type of player.

Teams that want a 2nd-team All-NBA player and 2x All-Star.

Teams that want a player that ELEVATES his game in the Post-Season - even though he was the primary offensive option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39gFgeisYlA

Teams that want to build a CHAMPION - ready to win right now.

Teams that WANT their leader to play through broken teeth, family passing away and giving his heart and soul to the team and the city - playing through tears.

Give ME an NBA team I'd sign him ASAP.

Funny thing is, you didn't answer his question at all, and by doing so, gave hide take more credence.

Are you Moranis? I wasn't talking to you.

And what is this? A New language structure?
These threads aren't a personal conversation.  You got called out for your response being non-responsive and then you make a silly complaint about an obvious typo.

Moranis quoted my post about IT and I was responding to "HIM".

In the Real World if you cut someone off (especially being an anti-IT poster like wayupnorth is) then you are looked at annoyingly.

Once Moranis responds to ME with my response to HIM then I'll trust that - not someone with an axe to grind about posters who still love IT.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Moranis on January 03, 2018, 09:29:07 AM
Weird, I heard IT was going to be a shell of his former self.

Is it just me or does anyone else think that Roy H. has been more snarky/divisive since Donald Trump got elected   ;)

I am sure that I was not the only one that expected IT to play great for the Cavs and make big shots for them in big games.  IT not only has the "it" factor, he is named after it.  The problem for the Cavs though is that IT is going to end up being a half year rental.  Someone is going to over pay IT and IT might surprise everyone again and play up to the contract.  I am happy though that it is not the Celtics who are going to over pay for IT and I don't see how the Cavs can pay him.  Maybe if LeBron leaves and they rebuild around Love and IT?

If IT is healthy, even a full max is market value based upon past off-seasons and lesser players getting paid the max.  Now, there could be a contracted market due to fewer teams having space.

It all comes down to Lebron. If he stays, I think IT does, too. If he leaves, I’ve got no idea where IT ends up, although Gilbert may want to stay in playoff contention.
I think the best IT does is what Lowry got from Toronto.  3 years, 100 million seems like the best case, of course unless it is the Cavs that is offering that, I have no idea what team would have the space, need, and fit.  That has always been the problem for IT.  There just aren't going to be that many teams that even need a PG, let alone have the cap space, and would be interested in a win now PG.  His market is going to be very limited for all of those reasons.
I don't think he'll get that much unless it is from the Cavs and they'd only do it if it meant Lebron would stay.
I agree.  I said that was his best case.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 03, 2018, 09:49:53 AM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

Ok I'll put away the IT Fanboyism for a minute and answer your question.

After reading through some responses here I'd have to agree with those who mentioned CLE as where IT signs and remains.

This is also depending on what happens with LeBron staying or going.

I also wouldn't put it past a few other teams to sign him. The NBA can be too fluid at times with changing rosters and opportunities for someone like IT can open up rather quickly.

I believe IT will get a Brinks or something close to it and it will be on a competitive team.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: apc on January 03, 2018, 10:23:45 AM
Can Cavs sign IT and Lebron on max or 20+ mill?
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: bknova on January 03, 2018, 12:29:48 PM
He's gone too far.  He had one great season and now he thinks he's the greatest Celtic of all time and can inject himself into Paul Pierce day.  They should play it tonight and just get him over with. 
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Phantom255x on January 03, 2018, 12:33:54 PM
I love IT and what he did for us.

But he's honestly sounding like an arrogant guy here. You're really going to tell me the Cavaliers and IT aren't aware that February 11 is Paul Pierce's night at the Garden???

And instead of having his debut vs. Boston, you chose to do it against Portland and then sit him out against Boston? LOL.

Isaiah, you can't just fly your family over to Boston to see the tribute tonight?

Nope, not buying that excuse.  :(
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Rosco917 on January 03, 2018, 12:35:03 PM
The Celtics offered to fly his family to Boston to see a tribute of his time on the Celtics. What does IT do? He turned them down. Seriously?

What a bitter child! He didn't get his way now he's pouting like a 6-year-old. 
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 03, 2018, 12:51:14 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: LilRip on January 03, 2018, 01:13:00 PM
Ive never heard of a player ask for their tribute to be moved. Just seems like an arrogant way to go about things. I mean, it’s a gift being given to you. The C’s didn’t have to do it but they’re doing it nonetheless as a sign of good faith and respect.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: wayupnorth on January 03, 2018, 01:24:40 PM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

One of the easiest questions ever posed to me on CelticsBlog.

Answer - Teams that want to WIN.

Teams that want a high-character, gritty, chip on his shoulder type of player.

Teams that want a PROVEN leader - in the locker room and on the court.

Teams that want a me-against-the-world type of player.

Teams that want a 2nd-team All-NBA player and 2x All-Star.

Teams that want a player that ELEVATES his game in the Post-Season - even though he was the primary offensive option.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39gFgeisYlA

Teams that want to build a CHAMPION - ready to win right now.

Teams that WANT their leader to play through broken teeth, family passing away and giving his heart and soul to the team and the city - playing through tears.

Give ME an NBA team I'd sign him ASAP.

Funny thing is, you didn't answer his question at all, and by doing so, gave hide take more credence.

Are you Moranis? I wasn't talking to you.

And what is this? A New language structure?

You are on a public forum. You are talking to all of us.

Relpying on my 0hone, and that stuff happens.

I am going to guess that instead of answering the question with am assctual team, you just dogged on what was obviously a typo, I will just assume you don't know of any acctual teams than cam and will offer IT  full max.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: wayupnorth on January 03, 2018, 01:27:29 PM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

Ok I'll put away the IT Fanboyism for a minute and answer your question.

After reading through some responses here I'd have to agree with those who mentioned CLE as where IT signs and remains.

This is also depending on what happens with LeBron staying or going.

I also wouldn't put it past a few other teams to sign him. The NBA can be too fluid at times with changing rosters and opportunities for someone like IT can open up rather quickly.

I believe IT will get a Brinks or something close to it and it will be on a competitive team.

And still, not one team outside of his current team given.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: wayupnorth on January 03, 2018, 01:28:06 PM
I love IT and what he did for us.

But he's honestly sounding like an arrogant guy here. You're really going to tell me the Cavaliers and IT aren't aware that February 11 is Paul Pierce's night at the Garden???

And instead of having his debut vs. Boston, you chose to do it against Portland and then sit him out against Boston? LOL.

Isaiah, you can't just fly your family over to Boston to see the tribute tonight?

Nope, not buying that excuse.  :(

I completely agree.

I am beginning to feel it was all intentional, and that just seems below the IT I remember.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: colincb on January 03, 2018, 01:31:54 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

Well said. I'm disappointed in some of the comments here. IT doesn't strike me as feeling he's entitled. IT also helped speed up the Cs rebuilding process dramatically.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: wayupnorth on January 03, 2018, 01:33:32 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

Why not just sit him against Por and play against us?
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Ilikesports17 on January 03, 2018, 01:36:27 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

Why not just sit him against Por and play against us?
Portland was a home game. Makes more sense for his first game to be in your facility with your full staff on hand.

Plus, you don't want him extending himself to stick it to his old team first day back. Makes the most sense to play it they way  they did
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: RJ87 on January 03, 2018, 01:43:58 PM
At this point, we should just do him how Cleveland did Kyrie. "We had a video, but designated it for a floating moment and the moment just never presented itself."
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: wayupnorth on January 03, 2018, 01:44:16 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

Why not just sit him against Por and play against us?
Portland was a home game. Makes more sense for his first game to be in your facility with your full staff on hand.

Plus, you don't want him extending himself to stick it to his old team first day back. Makes the most sense to play it they way  they did

That is a decent reason, I didn't think of that.

I still am feeling like this wasn't handled well by IT at all. No offense to him, but he isn't in Paul's class.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 03, 2018, 01:54:39 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

Why not just sit him against Por and play against us?
Portland was a home game. Makes more sense for his first game to be in your facility with your full staff on hand.

Plus, you don't want him extending himself to stick it to his old team first day back. Makes the most sense to play it they way  they did

That is a decent reason, I didn't think of that.

I still am feeling like this wasn't handled well by IT at all. No offense to him, but he isn't in Paul's class.

Sports are like that...sometimes the best intentions can be misconstrued. Sometimes our favorite players do forgettable things.

I remember the playoffs back in the early 2000's with PP and Toine - in Indy. Paul and Toine were so upset with the officiating then that Paul Pierce wore a fake bandage on his forehead during a press conference.

Not our best times, then but Paul is STILL The Truth, to me, and a future HOFer.

All of this will blow over.

IT will get his tribute, his brinks (or close to it), compete on a good team - for banners, hopefully.

BOS will compete for Banners for the next 5-8 years, with Kyrie, GH and Big Al, hopefully.

All good.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 03, 2018, 01:56:11 PM
I know one game with IT is a very small sample size but I have a feeling that he's going to get his Brinks or close to it.

If he doesn't get it with CLE then he'll get it somewhere else.

Too early and no max

20 million x 4 is my prediction

Oh my I hope he doesn't read CelticsBlog....

He'll surely use some of this stuff as bulletin board material...

I can't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil per..

Look I'm an IT fanboy so I'm a bit biased. But I don't see anyone paying him less than 25 mil..
who are these mysterious teams that are going to pay Thomas a bunch of money?

Ok I'll put away the IT Fanboyism for a minute and answer your question.

After reading through some responses here I'd have to agree with those who mentioned CLE as where IT signs and remains.

This is also depending on what happens with LeBron staying or going.

I also wouldn't put it past a few other teams to sign him. The NBA can be too fluid at times with changing rosters and opportunities for someone like IT can open up rather quickly.

I believe IT will get a Brinks or something close to it and it will be on a competitive team.

And still, not one team outside of his current team given.

Actually - I was thinking this morning that perhaps the Clips could be a good landing spot for him. I don't know the salary cap issues they may have but he seems like a good fit there, to me.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: kozlodoev on January 03, 2018, 02:05:35 PM
Well said. I'm disappointed in some of the comments here. IT doesn't strike me as feeling he's entitled. IT also helped speed up the Cs rebuilding process dramatically.
Except for the whole brinks truck yapping. And the yapping about the trade. And the freaking video with a dramatization of the moment he learned that he got traded. There's enough choice there of things that can rub people the wrong way.

The fact is, whether it was prompted by the media or not, he didn't really have to talk about his contract. "All I care about is playing and winning the next game," is a perfectly fine boilerplate answer which can be trotted out every time. Just ask someone on the Patriots.

Not to mention that if he really really wanted to stay, I'm sure there was an arrangement to be made where he wouldn't look to milk every last dollar from the team. Paul Pierce gave the Celtics a hometown discount twice (once in 2006, when he extended before hitting free agency, and once again in 2010). I've had just about enough of IT's moaning by now, and insulting fans on twitter just about puts the cherry on top of the cake. Good riddance.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: KGs Knee on January 03, 2018, 02:57:03 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

That's all well and good, except you have to really be naive to think IT wasn't aware the next time he comes to Boston is "Pierce Night". Quite frankly, I do believe it was intentional. He's putting Ainge in a difficult spot.

It would be completely disrespectful to Pierce to make him have to share HIS night with IT. That's not right, and if it happens I will be furious.

So I guess IT can wait until next year, or maybe the playoffs, to get his video tribute.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Roy H. on January 03, 2018, 03:02:15 PM
Who cares if IT gets a 3 minute tribute on Paul Pierce night?  I love IT, but there’s no way he’s overshadowing The Captain. I doubt Pierce is so insecure.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: bknova on January 03, 2018, 03:03:48 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

That's all well and good, except you have to really be naive to think IT wasn't aware the next time he comes to Boston is "Pierce Night". Quite frankly, I do believe it was intentional. He's putting Ainge in a difficult spot.

It would be completely disrespectful to Pierce to make him have to share HIS night with IT. That's not right, and if it happens I will be furious.

So I guess IT can wait until next year, or maybe the playoffs, to get his video tribute.


At this point its up the fans to declare that its not acceptable.  He didn't restore Celtic pride.  KG did that, Paul did that.  Brad Stevens and Danny Ainge, and the haul from the KG and PP trade (that they agreed to for the sake of the franchise) brought back the rebuild, he was a piece. He has, for me, overextended his good will.  I'm done with this guy....
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Moranis on January 03, 2018, 03:05:03 PM
Who cares if IT gets a 3 minute tribute on Paul Pierce night?  I love IT, but there’s no way he’s overshadowing The Captain. I doubt Pierce is so insecure.
Who cares if IT gets a video tribute at all?  I mean seriously IT played 179 games for the C's.  This video tribute nonsense is getting ridiculous.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: bknova on January 03, 2018, 03:10:52 PM
Who cares if IT gets a 3 minute tribute on Paul Pierce night?  I love IT, but there’s no way he’s overshadowing The Captain. I doubt Pierce is so insecure.
Who cares if IT gets a video tribute at all?  I mean seriously IT played 179 games for the C's.  This video tribute nonsense is getting ridiculous.


I guess the real truth is once Paul gets his multitude of ovations, Isiah and his family will understand how incredibly small a piece of the Celtics history and tradition he really is.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Roy H. on January 03, 2018, 03:11:44 PM
Who cares if IT gets a 3 minute tribute on Paul Pierce night?  I love IT, but there’s no way he’s overshadowing The Captain. I doubt Pierce is so insecure.
Who cares if IT gets a video tribute at all?  I mean seriously IT played 179 games for the C's.  This video tribute nonsense is getting ridiculous.

True. I don’t think they’re a big deal, so I don’t get why anybody is getting upset. Does anybody even remember these tributes a week later?

Every night for the rest of their respective lives, Paul Pierce will mean more to this franchise than IT. One video isn’t going to change that.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenEnvy on January 03, 2018, 03:20:28 PM
Wouldn’t it be funny/ironic if IT rolls an ankle or something minor in Atlanta on Feb 9 and misses the game in Boston?
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: kozlodoev on January 03, 2018, 03:21:57 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

That's all well and good, except you have to really be naive to think IT wasn't aware the next time he comes to Boston is "Pierce Night". Quite frankly, I do believe it was intentional. He's putting Ainge in a difficult spot.

It would be completely disrespectful to Pierce to make him have to share HIS night with IT. That's not right, and if it happens I will be furious.

So I guess IT can wait until next year, or maybe the playoffs, to get his video tribute.
Why should Ainge care about what IT wants? Play the tribute today and get it over with. If IT doesn't want to acknowledge the crowd, that's on him. It's a video tribute for someone who played 2 seasons and change for us, not a freaking Hall of Fame induction.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: kozlodoev on January 03, 2018, 03:26:50 PM
Who cares if IT gets a 3 minute tribute on Paul Pierce night?  I love IT, but there’s no way he’s overshadowing The Captain. I doubt Pierce is so insecure.
I'd be furious if it's more than a minute. Well, maybe a minute and 30 seconds together with the ovation.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Ilikesports17 on January 03, 2018, 03:40:03 PM
None of this stuff is a big deal, but IT is getting more and more annoying with each passing day.

Its not surprising. He builds his whole identity on me against the world etc etc. Hes got a mega chip on his shoulder and an inflated ego.

It was awesome when he was here, but now hes gone and the Celtics are part of 'the world' that IT is against. Now he wants the spotlight so he can stick it to us. He wants everything to be perfect while he basks in his adoration and then "puts on a show" to send a message of F you to Danny Ainge and the rest of his doubters.

The Brinks stuff was annoying, the brinks sandals were annoying, the ripping on Danny Ainge was annoying, suggesting the Celtics medical staff lied to him was annoying, and now him demanding that his tribute be moved is once more annoying.

He's still IT and I still love him. Hes not any different from the guy he was when he was here, but I really just wish he would shut up. Would make it easier to think of all the awesome stuff he did when he was here.

When someone mentions IT I dont want the first thing I think of to be all this bogus drama hes caused since getting traded.

Same with Jae. I want to remember Jae for helping turn the team around, for his play that made him a fan favorite. Instead Im starting to think of Jae as the thin-skinned guy who chose his own fanbase as his source of motivation.

It sucks. Those guys were awesome.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Tr1boy on January 03, 2018, 04:09:28 PM
IT4 is hilarious

He could have easily dressed tonight, got to see his tribute and be done with it

now the city has to wait another month, bc his family won't be able to attend?

Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Tr1boy on January 03, 2018, 04:13:26 PM
Who cares if IT gets a 3 minute tribute on Paul Pierce night?  I love IT, but there’s no way he’s overshadowing The Captain. I doubt Pierce is so insecure.
Who cares if IT gets a video tribute at all?  I mean seriously IT played 179 games for the C's.  This video tribute nonsense is getting ridiculous.

True. I don’t think they’re a big deal, so I don’t get why anybody is getting upset. Does anybody even remember these tributes a week later?

Every night for the rest of their respective lives, Paul Pierce will mean more to this franchise than IT. One video isn’t going to change that.

bc the saga continues ... don't you just want to be done with IT4 already?

And isnt Paul Pierce jersey retirement night on Feb 11th?

thats even worse
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Green-18 on January 03, 2018, 04:37:36 PM
Figured I would give my IT thoughts in this thread.  IT embraced every aspect of being in Boston and it obviously crushed him when he was traded.  His immaturity has been annoying but I choose to look past that.  I can appreciate the fact that he genuinely cares this much.  When all is said and done I will remember IT for being a catalyst in our recent rise as a contender.  The 4th quarters, playing through his sisters death, 10+ hours in a dentists chair, etc. will never go away.  His recent comments will be a minor blip on the radar.   
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Dannys Chipotle Guy on January 03, 2018, 04:41:17 PM
IT4 is hilarious

He could have easily dressed tonight, got to see his tribute and be done with it

now the city has to wait another month, bc his family won't be able to attend?
Celtics supposedly offered to fly his family out for the game for whatever that is worth.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Tr1boy on January 03, 2018, 04:52:47 PM
IT4 is hilarious

He could have easily dressed tonight, got to see his tribute and be done with it

now the city has to wait another month, bc his family won't be able to attend?
Celtics supposedly offered to fly his family out for the game for whatever that is worth.

seems like he doesn't want to make it easy for the organization...thats fine

but what about the fans?

its just awkward thats all..........even if he was still out due to rehab..... having the tribute up tonight made sense

Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Tr1boy on January 03, 2018, 04:53:31 PM
Anyone think Danny or Wyc will be attending tonights game??  lol

IT4 will prob give both the cold shoulder, stare down
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Donoghus on January 03, 2018, 04:54:12 PM
The first time they show him on the Jumbotron tonight, the crowd will react.  Video tribute or not.  He'll get an ovation.  It doesn't have to be official.  He doesn't have to be playing.  It doesn't matter.  The crowd will react.

Unless he also told them that he doesn't want any camera shots taken of him and displayed on the jumbotron which would be kind've outrageous.

Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Roy H. on January 03, 2018, 04:54:13 PM
IT4 is hilarious

He could have easily dressed tonight, got to see his tribute and be done with it

now the city has to wait another month, bc his family won't be able to attend?
Celtics supposedly offered to fly his family out for the game for whatever that is worth.

seems like he doesn't want to make it easy for the organization...thats fine

but what about the fans?

its just awkward thats all..........even if he was still out due to rehab..... having the tribute up tonight made sense

Does it really affect us as fans? You can still cheer or boo him, regardless of a video.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: jpotter33 on January 03, 2018, 05:05:08 PM
https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-celtics/2018/01/03/mike-gorman-im-kind-of-tired-with-isaiah

Hell, even Gorman is getting tired of all of this IT drama.

Gorman seems like a pretty laid-back, even-keeled guy, especially in his older age. I think it’s saying something when even he is growing weary of this IT drama.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Tr1boy on January 03, 2018, 05:10:34 PM
https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-celtics/2018/01/03/mike-gorman-im-kind-of-tired-with-isaiah

Hell, even Gorman is getting tired of all of this IT drama.

Gorman seems like a pretty laid-back, even-keeled guy, especially in his older age. I think it’s saying something when even he is growing weary of this IT drama.

everyone is...except for IT4

he is not done yet...maybe for life

tell his grandkids spiteful stories about celts org and evilman Ainge
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: Roy H. on January 03, 2018, 06:11:17 PM
https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-celtics/2018/01/03/mike-gorman-im-kind-of-tired-with-isaiah

Hell, even Gorman is getting tired of all of this IT drama.

Gorman seems like a pretty laid-back, even-keeled guy, especially in his older age. I think it’s saying something when even he is growing weary of this IT drama.

I understand what he’s saying. Not everything that a former player says is front page news, let alone worthy of 24 hour coverage. Part of it is the media, and part of it is IT.

It makes me wonder what coverage of Antoine’s career would have looked like had it started this decade.  There’s definitely such a thing as over-saturation.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: wayupnorth on January 03, 2018, 07:44:38 PM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

Why not just sit him against Por and play against us?
Portland was a home game. Makes more sense for his first game to be in your facility with your full staff on hand.

Plus, you don't want him extending himself to stick it to his old team first day back. Makes the most sense to play it they way  they did

That is a decent reason, I didn't think of that.

I still am feeling like this wasn't handled well by IT at all. No offense to him, but he isn't in Paul's class.

Sports are like that...sometimes the best intentions can be misconstrued. Sometimes our favorite players do forgettable things.

I remember the playoffs back in the early 2000's with PP and Toine - in Indy. Paul and Toine were so upset with the officiating then that Paul Pierce wore a fake bandage on his forehead during a press conference.

Not our best times, then but Paul is STILL The Truth, to me, and a future HOFer.

All of this will blow over.

IT will get his tribute, his brinks (or close to it), compete on a good team - for banners, hopefully.

BOS will compete for Banners for the next 5-8 years, with Kyrie, GH and Big Al, hopefully.

All good.


comparing IT to Paul is foolish, IMO.
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: greece66 on January 05, 2018, 06:18:01 AM
It's his tribute, it's inherently about him and the team. If they mutually agree on a time I don't see a problem with it.  Would rather it not overlap with Paul Pierce night but no biggie if it does.
I thought the fans figured somewhere in the equation. Silly me.

If this is just between him and the team, I guess they can just send him a DVD when they're done or something?

Unsurprisingly, PP agrees with Kozlodoev.

https://streamable.com/nc0u8
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: A Future of Stevens on January 05, 2018, 07:16:53 AM
It's his tribute, it's inherently about him and the team. If they mutually agree on a time I don't see a problem with it.  Would rather it not overlap with Paul Pierce night but no biggie if it does.
I thought the fans figured somewhere in the equation. Silly me.

If this is just between him and the team, I guess they can just send him a DVD when they're done or something?

Unsurprisingly, PP agrees with Kozlodoev.

https://streamable.com/nc0u8

Until I find evidence to the contrary, Koz IS Pierce!
Title: Re: IT Returns Tonight vs Blazers...Out Wednesday vs Celtics (merged)
Post by: GreenFaith1819 on January 05, 2018, 08:01:29 AM
I agree wholeheartedly with his decision to change his debut date and ask for the tribute to be changed to that date.

He wants to actually be PLAYING in the tribute game. Not his fault that the Paul Pierce retirement is the same date and I don't believe he is doing this to slight PP OR BOS...

That is not him.

I also agree with CLE's decision to SIT him last night. Dude would've went all out on a back-back night, against US, which would've been a risk.

Isaiah will have plenty more opportunities to kick our keesters in the future and he knows this.

I love the guy.

Signed - Diehard Celtics Fan.

Why not just sit him against Por and play against us?
Portland was a home game. Makes more sense for his first game to be in your facility with your full staff on hand.

Plus, you don't want him extending himself to stick it to his old team first day back. Makes the most sense to play it they way  they did

That is a decent reason, I didn't think of that.

I still am feeling like this wasn't handled well by IT at all. No offense to him, but he isn't in Paul's class.

Sports are like that...sometimes the best intentions can be misconstrued. Sometimes our favorite players do forgettable things.

I remember the playoffs back in the early 2000's with PP and Toine - in Indy. Paul and Toine were so upset with the officiating then that Paul Pierce wore a fake bandage on his forehead during a press conference.

Not our best times, then but Paul is STILL The Truth, to me, and a future HOFer.

All of this will blow over.

IT will get his tribute, his brinks (or close to it), compete on a good team - for banners, hopefully.

BOS will compete for Banners for the next 5-8 years, with Kyrie, GH and Big Al, hopefully.

All good.


comparing IT to Paul is foolish, IMO.

Can you PLEASE explain how I'm "comparing IT to Paul"?

If you're thinking that perhaps IT should've chosen a different night - so Paul could've had the night to himself I'm with you there.

But Danny has stated that he sees no issue with this - as I stated in another thread and QUOTED the article from ESPN.

I'm not in IT's mind to see his frame of thought.

As I stated in a previous thread my guess is that maybe he wanted to be actually PLAYING in the game that BOS was going to give him his tribute.

If you're trying to read into my thoughts digitally you're wrong.

You need to elaborate better.