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Celtics (0-2) vs Spurs (1-1) Jazz SL Game 3 7/9/15
« on: July 08, 2015, 10:13:42 PM »

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Boston Celtics (0-2) vs San Antonio Spurs (1-1)
Thursday,  July 9, 2015
Utah Jazz Summer League Game 3
7:00 PM ET
NBA-TV, Summer League Pass, CSNNE
Energy Solutions Arena




Celtics Roster
#60 Eric Buckner
# 49 CJ Fair
#68 Jonathan Holmes
#28 RJ Hunter
#55 Jordan Mickey
#48 Malcolm Miller
#47 Royce O'Neale
#12 Terry Rozier
#36 Marcus Smart
#27 Marcus Thornton
#46 Corey Walden
#13 James Young
#26 Phil Pressey
Ralph Sampson III

Coaches
Jamie Young; Jay Larranaga; Walter McCarty; Micah Shrewsberry

Players to Watch
Marcus Smart
Smart was the best player in the Celtics opening game vs the Jazz finishing with 26 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds, and 2 steals. He was very effective taking the ball inside and hit 12 of 13 free throws. However, he was only 2-10 from beyond the arc.  He sat out the second game for rest and should be back on the court for this one. 

Jordan Mickey
Mickey has been aggressive and played very well for the Celtics. He started at center and scored 16 points on 7-8 shooting  with 4 rebounds and 3 blocks in the first game.  He was just 1-7 from the field against the Sixers for 4 points with 2 rebounds and 3 blocks.  Since he isn't guaranteed a contract, he needs to play well in order to earn a spot on the roster. 

RJ Hunter
Hunter was drafted as a scorer but things haven't worked out for him this far.  He is just 0-4 in the two games.  Although he's shown more on defense than James Young,  he still needs to improve on that end as well. 

James Young
The hype for Young was very high going into Summer League.  He gained 20 lbs of muscle and has been working hard on his game, especially on the defensive end.  But, he hasn't shown much so far.  He is 2-13 from the field with just 2 rebounds in the two games so far.  He still looks a bit lost on the defensive end.  He should be showing more going into his sophomore season. 




Spurs Roster
Kyle Anderson
Darion Atkins
Dairis Bertans
Wayne Blackshear
Marcus Denmon
Trevon Graham
Livio Jean-Charles
Cady Lalanne
Ryan Manuel
Stefan Nastic
Shannon Scott
Roscoe Smith
Casper Ware

Coaches

Becky Hammon, Jim Boylen, Ime Udoka, Chip Engelland, Chad Forcier

Players to Watch

Kyle Anderson
Anderson scored 25 points against the Jazz.  He also added 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block and 1 steal.  He also added 8 points and 9 rebounds against the Sixers. 

Treveon Graham
Graham scored 17 off the bench for the Jazz against the Jazz along with 3 rebounds. 

Dairis Bertans scored 19 in a start against the Sixers. 

Game Notes
The Celtics come into this game looking for their first win in 3 tries.  In their first two games they have struggled to score, especially from beyond the arc where they shot just 9-54 in their first two games.  They were fairly successful when they took the ball inside but they shot way too many 3 pointers. 

The Celtics came into Summer League pledging to be the best defensive team in both leagues.  They have fallen way short in that area so far, allowing 100 points against the Jazz and letting them get to the hoop way at will.  Against the Sixers, they also allowed them to get inside too easily.  They need to pick up their defense if they hope to win this game. 

After this game, the Celtics will head for Las Vegas where they will participate in their second Summer League.  Their first game in Vegas will be against Portland on Saturday.   It would be nice to close out this league with a win in this game. 

Keys to the Game

Rebound - The Celtics have struggled on the boards in the first two games.   They were out-rebounded by 20 in each of their first two games.  They must make more of an effort to box out and to crash the boards. 

Take it to the Hoop
-  The Celtics have struggled from beyond the arc and hit just 9 of 54 three pointers in their first two games.  They have been able to score by taking it inside and if the threes aren't falling they need to get into the paint. 

Defense -  The Celtics need to make good on their desire to be the best defensive team in Summer League.  Defense wins games and the Celtics have to do a better job on defense if they hope to finish this league with a win. 

Re: Celtics (0-2) vs Spurs (1-1) Jazz SL Game 3 7/9/15
« Reply #1 on: July 08, 2015, 10:47:34 PM »

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 I just want us to look good. Winning is really secondary.

We fans need some positive stuff to enjoy this offseason.

Go Cs.

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Re: Celtics (0-2) vs Spurs (1-1) Jazz SL Game 3 7/9/15
« Reply #2 on: July 08, 2015, 11:00:58 PM »

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TP csfansince60s for being the first to post in the game thread.   Go Celtics!!! 

Re: Celtics (0-2) vs Spurs (1-1) Jazz SL Game 3 7/9/15
« Reply #3 on: July 08, 2015, 11:07:50 PM »

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I think next game is going to be focused on RJ. I have been seeing a pattern where they are giving out the minutes to certain players, and RJ is yet to have his cut.

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« Reply #4 on: July 09, 2015, 04:39:11 PM »

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I'm really exited to watch Young. He looked really good in the 3rd quarter last game the Larranaga took him out in the beginning of the fourth. I think he's gonna come out and really impress us.
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« Reply #5 on: July 09, 2015, 04:42:51 PM »

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I'm really exited to watch Young. He looked really good in the 3rd quarter last game the Larranaga took him out in the beginning of the fourth. I think he's gonna come out and really impress us.

I am not trying to be negative here but you are "exited" that means you will leave when he comes in the game? Me too. Seriously, you are "excited" because he looked "really good"? Whatever you were smoking I want some before tonight's game. I hope he improves 300% and I hope Hunter will take a shot or two.


Re: Celtics (0-2) vs Spurs (1-1) Jazz SL Game 3 7/9/15
« Reply #6 on: July 09, 2015, 06:58:08 PM »

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Alright! Lets go Celtics.

James Young drop 20 plz
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Kanter, Semi, Theis, Poierier

Re: Celtics (0-2) vs Spurs (1-1) Jazz SL Game 3 7/9/15
« Reply #7 on: July 09, 2015, 07:00:28 PM »

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anyone else loving Rozier's speed and athleticism? This kid can handle the ball and can create separation from pretty much anyone in the league.
Was also amazed to watch him stay in front of Exum the other day.

His explosiveness is simply awesome. Jumpshot has good form too so a few thousand reps every day should fix it soon enough.

Really hoping we try and keep this guy for the long haul.
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Read that last line again. One more time.

Re: Celtics (0-2) vs Spurs (1-1) Jazz SL Game 3 7/9/15
« Reply #8 on: July 09, 2015, 07:03:09 PM »

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Going big to start...Young at the 2

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« Reply #9 on: July 09, 2015, 07:04:10 PM »

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LETS GOOOOOO!
Hope it's an exciting game and not like the last one against Philly :-\
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« Reply #10 on: July 09, 2015, 07:06:17 PM »

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Already starting out bad :o
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These guys can't shoot at all

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« Reply #12 on: July 09, 2015, 07:09:01 PM »

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I had such high expectations for Young, but, MANNN, he doesn't look like he belongs out there.

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Smart with the turnover needed to be the one to get back, he didn't look like he even tried to.
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Alright! Lets go Celtics.

James Young drop 20 plz

Ha ha ha ......