That was a nice confidence game for the starters. Great ball movement to get good shots for everyone. I read 36 assists is the most for a team on opening night since 2001. That's what this team is going to have to do to consistently score points this season. Move the ball and play smart. Luckily, the C's have a lot of smart players.
They're going to have to tighten up the defense a lot, though. I do think Marcus being around is going to help with the focus and energy on that end. He's also going to be able to lead that second unit in a way no one else is really prepared to do (even Green, who's a vet but not exactly a floor leader). But with Avery, Crowder, Horford and Amir in the starting lineup, they should be playing better D, Smart or no.
Win is a win. 1-0. On our way to 82-0.