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Title: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 25, 2018, 02:20:26 PM
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Boston Celtics (10-10) at New Orleans Pelicans (10-10)
Monday, November 26, 2018
8:00 PM EST
Regular Season Game #21 – Road Game #13
TV: NBCSB, FSNO, NBA-LP 751(DTV)/753(Xfinity)
Radio: 98.5 The Sports Hub, WRNO 99.5
Smoothie King Center

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Probable Starters
Point Guard
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Kyrie Irving

Shooting Guard
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Marcus Smart

Small Forward

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Jayson Tatum

Power Forward
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Al Horford

Center
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Aron Baynes 

Celtics Reserves
Marcus Morris
Gordon Hayward
Terry Rozier
Guerschon Yabusele
Semi Ojeleye
Brad Wanamaker
Robert Williams
Daniel Theis


Injuries
Jabari Bird
Jaylen Brown

Two Way Players
Walt Lemon, Jr.
P. J. Dozier
 
Head Coach
Brad Stevens 

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Probable Starters
Point Guard

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Jrue Holiday

Shooting Guard
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E'Twaun Moore

Small Forward
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Wesley Johnson

Power Forward
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Nikola Mirotic 

Center

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Anthony Davis

Pelicans Reserves
Ian Clark
Cheick Diallo
Tim Frazier
Solomon Hill
Frank Jackson
Darius Miller
Jahlil Okafor
Julius Randle

Injuries
Elfrid Payton

2 Way Players
Trevon Bluiett
Kenrich Williams

Head Coach
Alvin Gentry

Game Notes
The Celtics head to New Orleans to take on the Pelicans and finish up their quick three games in four nights road trip. Boston is 1-1 on the trip, winning in Atlanta before allowing Dallas to shoot themselves to a 113-104 win. The Celtics have lost 8 of their last 12 games, falling to 7th in the Eastern Conference. The Pelicans have lost three in a row coming off a three game road trip and will hope for some good home cooking. New Orleans comes into the game is also 10-10 and have lost 10 of their last 16 games. Both teams desperately need this game to stay above .500. New Orleans is coming off two poor performances against two rather bad teams in the Knicks and Wizards.

Anthony Davis returns to the Pelicans lineup tonight after missing his last game with a sore hip. Davis is having his usual All-NBA type season with amazing per game stats of 27 points, 12.6 rebounds, 4.9 assists, 2.7 blocks, 1.5 steals in a league leading 37.4 minutes. Davis is human, however, as he is putting up some of the lowest shooting percentages in his career. Pelicans' point guard, Jrue Holiday, is building upon his exceptional playoff run last year, having a career year with 20 PPG, 4.4 RPG and 9.3 APG which is 3rd best in the league. Holiday is having an atrocious three point shooting year. New Orleans is a very top heavy team, getting huge contributions from their excellent power forward combo of Nikola Mirotic(19.1 PPG, 10.6 RPG) and Julius Randle(18.1 PPG, 9 RPG) and sharpshooter and former Celtic, E'Twaun Moore(16.1 PPG, 46.6% 3FG%). The rest of the Pelicans team is very thin.

This game will pit the Celtics 2nd best in the NBA defense versus the 2nd best in the league Pelicans offense. The Pelicans push the pace(6th fastest in NBA), crash the offensive boards(4th best) and control the boards in most games(4th best). New Orleans is the best team in the league at scoring in the paint and 2nd in the league on 2nd chances points. The Pels don't run much and prefer the half court game where they are extremely efficient at putting up points. New Orleans Achilles heel is their defense. The Pelicans give up the 3rd most points per game in the league and have the overall 4th worse defense. You would think with Anthony Davis patrolling the paint that New Orleans would control the paint inside but they give up the 2nd most points in the paint. The Pelicans are also susceptible to the three as teams take a lot of three pointers against them because New Orleans gives up the third worst 3FG% in the league.

Jaylen Brown is due to miss tonight's game after his nasty fall at the end of the Mavericks game. I slotted in Marcus Smart into the starting lineup but as Coach Stevens is want to do, he could change the lineup around in a different manner just before game time. The keys to a Celtic win are very much the same as they have been all season: get out to a faster start, don't fall way behind in the first half, attack the paint to create open looks, finish better at the rim, hit those open looks and bring it defensively with a 48 minute effort. Davis can not be contained, all the Celtics can do is make it difficult on him and not allow him free access to the rim. The Celtics are also going to need everyone to crash the defensive boards and keep New Orleans from getting easy, second chance points. The Celtics are going to need for Baynes, Horford, Morris, Theis and Semi to have as good a defensive night as possible to limit the high scoring Pelican front court. Though the Pels don't shoot a lot of threes they do have three excellent long distance shooters in Moore, Wesley Johnson and Darius Miller. Boston will have to have a much better effort defending the three than they had last game to prevent easy, open threes that killed them against Dallas. Here's hoping for a full game effort and winning a tough road game to turn their season around.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: otherdave on November 26, 2018, 03:09:18 PM
let's go C's   thanks Nick 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: apc on November 26, 2018, 03:11:36 PM
I wish i good be more optimistic about this game.

Looks like Davis will play, i was hoping we will catch a break.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 26, 2018, 03:12:25 PM
TP to otherdave for being the first to post in the game thread.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: apc on November 26, 2018, 03:25:52 PM
Impressive numbers for Moore! i always liked him, happy he is playing well.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 03:28:45 PM
Impressive numbers for Moore! i always liked him, happy he is playing well.

He has put in  a lot of work. Good for him.

I hope the Celtics kick some ass tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 03:54:55 PM
Like Hayward the other night, tonight is Jaylens chance to be in the hot seat even though he’s not playing  ;D

Let’s hope AD sits this one as this is an absolute must win for this team
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 04:01:34 PM
This is our chance to show Anthony Davis what he's missing. Don't blow it guys!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: mysteryMrE on November 26, 2018, 04:22:04 PM
One of these nights the Celtics have to turn things around (atleast I hope). Why not start tonight?!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on November 26, 2018, 04:31:29 PM
This is our chance to show Anthony Davis what he's missing. Don't blow it guys!

I hope you are right and not the opposite where he sees how bad and dysfunctional we are he just wants to stay away. If we keep playing like this I feel we will lose Kyrie even though he committed to us earlier. We need to right this ship and soon. Now how much do we get behind tonight before we start our run AND which random guy goes OFF on us and claims an all star invitation. We make all stars.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 04:51:29 PM
lets go Celtics!  get back on the winning track tonight.  get jaylen healthy and start a new winning streak.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 05:03:22 PM
lets go Celtics!  get back on the winning track tonight.  get jaylen healthy and start a new winning streak.

Start of the 20 game win streak! ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 05:25:35 PM
I'll settle for them hustling and making the effort defensively.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SHAQATTACK on November 26, 2018, 05:46:35 PM
these parking space are just not adequate .

Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SHAQATTACK on November 26, 2018, 05:47:34 PM
Impressive numbers for Moore! i always liked him, happy he is playing well.

He has put in  a lot of work. Good for him.

I hope the Celtics kick some ass tonight.

likely get their rears beat way they ve been playing
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 05:48:39 PM
these parking space are just not adequate .

?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: knuckleballer on November 26, 2018, 05:50:02 PM
I'll settle for them hustling and making the effort defensively.

I'll settle for them taking it to the rim and getting to the free throw line.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 06:10:28 PM
TP Nick, thanks for your efforts here!

Hoping for end of early season malaise....

Pelicans will be petitioning aspca for help after this game!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 06:46:07 PM
Holiday and AD better not kill us on the pick and roll tonight  >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 06:47:38 PM
We have to win this game. This team is fragile enough mentally as it is and going below .500 and the resulting media scrutiny and pressure that it will bring might break them.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 07:04:17 PM
Holiday and AD better not kill us on the pick and roll tonight  >:(

Look out for Etwuan Moore tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 07:20:15 PM
Holiday and AD better not kill us on the pick and roll tonight  >:(

Look out for Etwuan Moore tonight.
always wish a former C draftee does well but only as long as the C's pull off a win.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 08:03:54 PM
Like the change of Smart starting. Should give us better energy and intensity from the get-go.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:12:44 PM
Way to get AD going early, zebras.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 08:13:16 PM
Way to get AD going early, zebras.

Call it both ways REF!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:13:38 PM
Where is Brown tonight?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 08:14:52 PM
Where is Brown tonight?

I thought he had a minor injury, yes?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 08:16:51 PM
Celtics basketball !! That's what it looks like!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:17:00 PM
I can’t watch the game,the defense seems better. Already some steals. Is this correct?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 08:17:38 PM
I can’t watch the game,the defense seems better. Already some steals. Is this correct?

Steals and shots are falling....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 08:18:33 PM
We gotta find a way to keep Mook after this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 08:18:36 PM
Like the change of Smart starting. Should give us better energy and intensity from the get-go.

I've been advocating this for ahwile.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: coco on November 26, 2018, 08:19:29 PM
I can’t watch the game,the defense seems better. Already some steals. Is this correct?

Somewhere in the middle.  They are missing open shots and we are defending the paint well
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 08:20:04 PM
Nice first 4 minutes for this starting group.    Defensively dug in from the outset. 


Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:20:32 PM
Smart with incredible defense so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: coco on November 26, 2018, 08:21:30 PM
Hey we found team with uglier offense than ours.  We might pull a win tonight  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 08:22:29 PM
ridiculous 3 there by Kyrie.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:22:57 PM
ridiculous 3 there by Kyrie.

that was insane!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 08:23:23 PM
Finally -- Boston Celtics Defense!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 08:23:53 PM
ridiculous 3 there by Kyrie.

that was insane!

Way more impressive than  a dunk!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: coco on November 26, 2018, 08:23:54 PM
ridiculous 3 there by Kyrie.

that was insane!
It was a bad shot, but it went in
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 08:24:06 PM
#tradejaylen
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:24:09 PM
Al "Should be traded for ****ing Tristan Thompson" Horford with the slam!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Birdman on November 26, 2018, 08:24:17 PM
Cant wait to see Davis in green and white 😁😁😁
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PhoSita on November 26, 2018, 08:24:32 PM
They're playing as if they know how bad they've been playing and how much better they could play, so that's a nice sign.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 08:24:49 PM
Al "Should be traded for ****ing Tristan Thompson" Horford with the slam!

Did someone actually suggest that trade?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:24:50 PM
Al came to play tonight.  Where has this been?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:24:58 PM
Al Horford apparently stepped into a time machine before this game.  He looks really good.  He and Smart are doing incredible work in PnR defense.  They're forcing so many turnovers
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:25:18 PM
Holy crap!! Al is going bat Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. tonight.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 08:25:53 PM
I am aware of his shortcomings, but I feel confident sending out a starting 5 with Smart somewhere in it.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:26:11 PM
Al "Should be traded for ****ing Tristan Thompson" Horford with the slam!
Well done.a tp.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 08:26:21 PM
Celtics are shooting 50%, 75% and 100%....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:26:34 PM
Al "Should be traded for ****ing Tristan Thompson" Horford with the slam!

Did someone actually suggest that trade?

It was actually suggested, can't say for sure whether it was a person or a machine that just picks names out if a hat, though
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JBcat on November 26, 2018, 08:26:42 PM
Maybe this should be our new starting lineup. Lol

Morris has been very solid though all season.  Maybe it’s time to start him alongside Horford.  Smart’s defensive intensity could be good to start the game with.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: The Oracle on November 26, 2018, 08:26:45 PM
Smart only has 1 steal but it is his ball pressure that has caused a lot of the Pelican turnovers.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: smokeablount on November 26, 2018, 08:27:22 PM
Yeah this starting 5 looks great so far, and I like the previously proposed idea of Jaylen getting unleashed with more touches in a 6th man role with him playing SF.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:27:25 PM
I am aware of his shortcomings, but I feel confident sending out a starting 5 with Smart somewhere in it.

I'd love to have either of the energy guys (Smart or Theis) coming off the bench early when we need a jolt
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:27:34 PM
Al Horford like, "you want to trade me as salary filler for Davis? LOL"  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 08:27:58 PM
Even with his awful jumper, Smart is dangerous in the pick and roll. I love seeing him getting other guys good shots.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:28:45 PM
I love that they're looking to post Al.  We need more of that.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:28:53 PM
Goes without saying, we CAN'T let up. We've seen way too many times an early 10+ lead get blown quickly.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:29:25 PM
We seem to be making the right play tonight.  Al in a mismatch feed him the ball - 2 points.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:29:37 PM
Al Horford like, "you want to trade me as salary filler for Davis? LOL"  :laugh:

Al's playing like the Pelicans would have to throw in a pick ;D

Edit: fourth time's the charm for smileys
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 08:30:36 PM
Marcus Smart needs to start.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 08:31:09 PM
Much better without Jaylen and TRo messing up the offense looking to get theirs
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:31:19 PM
Marcus Smart needs to start.

Might you call him... Marcus Start?

(I'm so sorry)
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:31:35 PM
Can we just like... not play Terry tonight.  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:32:03 PM
OK these past few minutes have been really ugly.  Go back to posting Al?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 08:32:07 PM
Can we just like... not play Terry tonight.  :P

Should be benched for that Like
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 08:32:56 PM
Marcus Smart needs to start.

Might you call him... Marcus Start?

(I'm so sorry)

TP.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Alec14 on November 26, 2018, 08:33:00 PM
Hayward is giving this lead away
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:33:11 PM
One thing amazing about AD is that, even when he has a "down game", it's something like 20 points, 10 rebounds at the least  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:33:46 PM
Marcus Smart needs to start.

Might you call him... Marcus Start?

(I'm so sorry)

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Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:34:34 PM
C's slowly letting the Pels back in uggg
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 08:35:04 PM
These last two possessions have been hilarious watching Baynes stand up to AD at the top of the key. It's like Davis is afraid of him.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 08:35:27 PM
I like Tatum's aggressiveness tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: coco on November 26, 2018, 08:36:36 PM
Hayward is giving this lead away

He needs to be more aggressive.  Look a Rozzier; one touch one shot.
Hayward 5 touches, no shot
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:37:12 PM
Are the Celtics confused on subs, or did Brad just psych out Randle?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:37:18 PM
When did Randle get so good?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:37:40 PM
Hayward is giving this lead away

He needs to be more aggressive.  Look a Rozzier; one touch one shot.
Hayward 5 touches, no shot

Hayward does look really tentative so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:37:43 PM
Randle was an underrated acquisition for the Pelicans. I'm kind of surprised LAL simply let him go and then just filled their roster with guys like Stephenson/Rondo, etc. Wasn't he a restricted FA?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Atzar on November 26, 2018, 08:37:59 PM
24 points in six minutes.  7 points in the next five.

What an inconsistent offense this is.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: smokeablount on November 26, 2018, 08:38:26 PM
When did Randle get so good?

He’s been beasting all year as a 6th man.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:38:32 PM
Hayward is giving this lead away

He needs to be more aggressive.  Look a Rozzier; one touch one shot.
Hayward 5 touches, no shot

He did take one shot, but the foul on Baynes meant it didn't count
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:38:43 PM
24 points in six minutes.  7 points in the next five.

What an inconsistent offense this is.

we just can't consistently execute on offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:38:51 PM
Rozier reads CelticsBlog on his days off.  I don't think he liked what many of us had to say.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 08:38:59 PM
Randle was an underrated acquisition for the Pelicans. I'm kind of surprised LAL simply let him go and then just filled their roster with guys like Stephenson/Rondo, etc. Wasn't he a restricted FA?

Irresponsible
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:39:14 PM
What a shot by Rozier! Good job by Hayward to give us a chance for another shot
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:39:21 PM
Great first quarter folks!!  So far I like this game. ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:39:51 PM
Fantastic 1st quarter, but it won't mean much if we have a sloppy 2nd quarter which unfortunately we've been prone to this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:40:02 PM
Fantastic 1st quarter, but it won't mean much if we have a sloppy 2nd quarter which unfortunately we've been prone to this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:40:11 PM
T Rozier ends things on a nice run...
ok, we responded to their little run and pushed up our lead.
very nice
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:40:25 PM
Hayward is giving this lead away

He needs to be more aggressive.  Look a Rozzier; one touch one shot.
Hayward 5 touches, no shot

Hayward does look really tentative so far.
He does most nights. He is afraid to shotmany times. This should be fixed by playoff time.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 08:40:38 PM
Is this the game where it comes together?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:41:08 PM
Missed the start of the game looks like we had a good start for a change?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:41:23 PM
Fantastic 1st quarter, but it won't mean much if we have a sloppy 2nd quarter which unfortunately we've been prone to this season.
It tonight time to be positive! A tp to give you more confidence.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:41:34 PM
T Rozier ends things on a nice run...
ok, we responded to their little run and pushed up our lead.
very nice

Hard to complain about anything that quarter

That won't stop people, though  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:41:40 PM
When did Randle get so good?

He’s been beasting all year as a 6th man.

I know he was looking better his last season with the Lakers, but I saw the stat of him averaging 20+ points / game in the last 6 games...pretty good acquisition by the Pels.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:42:33 PM
Can Hayward please get more transition oppurtunities? They're good for his confidence
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:42:38 PM
Hayward great hands
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:42:42 PM
Fantastic 1st quarter, but it won't mean much if we have a sloppy 2nd quarter which unfortunately we've been prone to this season.
It tonight time to be positive! A tp to give you more confidence.  ;D

And a TP to you as well good sir  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:42:56 PM
T Rozier ends things on a nice run...
ok, we responded to their little run and pushed up our lead.
very nice

Hard to complain about anything that quarter

That won't stop people, though  :P

Well we did leave some points on the court with our 4 turnovers in the 1st.
So there, there is my complaint. hahaha :)

my bad read the statline wrong!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:43:31 PM
Hayward makes a lot of passes with 1-2 seconds on the shot clock. He needs to just shoot those
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:44:59 PM
Smart was feeling it after the one he made on the shot clock violation

That's not necessarily a good thing, though
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:45:19 PM
Don't look now - Smart is 8 for his last 12 three pointers. 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:45:35 PM
Great D from Hayward forced a steal then a block. Anyone just looking at ppg to measure his contribution is missing a lot of his value
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 08:46:01 PM
Can Gordon for a moment just look like he’s having fun out there?

His body language always looks like he’s disgusted
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 08:46:40 PM
Can Gordon for a moment just look like he’s having fun out there?

His body language always looks like he’s disgusted

Maybe he's not having fun.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:46:43 PM
Don't look now - Smart is 8 for his last 12 three pointers.

I don't know whether to hope that he's turned the corner, or just remember that he's always been streaky and assume this is a good streak

Or maybe it's the hair?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:46:44 PM
Semi!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: celticsclay on November 26, 2018, 08:46:50 PM
Great game early
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:47:02 PM
Pels keeping AD on the bench while we stretch this lead?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:47:29 PM
Great D from Hayward forced a steal then a block. Anyone just looking at ppg to measure his contribution is missing a lot of his value

One area he's been great so far this season is rebounding.  He's at 5.5 RPG in just 27 MPG. 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:47:31 PM
Can Gordon for a moment just look like he’s having fun out there?

His body language always looks like he’s disgusted

He might just have RBF, I know I do when I'm focused
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:47:35 PM
Pels keeping AD on the bench while we stretch this lead?

They're clearly preserving him for that future trade tonight to Boston  ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:47:42 PM
Pels keeping AD on the bench while we stretch this lead?
I assume you are thanking them here.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jambr380 on November 26, 2018, 08:48:08 PM
Hayward makes a lot of passes with 1-2 seconds on the shot clock. He needs to just shoot those

He's shooting exactly 40% (and only 28% from 3) - I don't think he wants to take any more low percentage shots than he has to.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:48:23 PM
Can Gordon for a moment just look like he’s having fun out there?

His body language always looks like he’s disgusted

He might just have RBF, I know I do when I'm focused
Righteous boy friend?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:49:28 PM
Defensive breakdown ended up costing a 3
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 08:49:39 PM
Can Gordon for a moment just look like he’s having fun out there?

His body language always looks like he’s disgusted

He might just have RBF, I know I do when I'm focused

Possibly this; I'd also assume he's not super excited given how poorly he's playing. He's used to more.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:49:58 PM
What is withtatum? He seems invisible tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:50:35 PM
Hayward makes a lot of passes with 1-2 seconds on the shot clock. He needs to just shoot those

He's shooting exactly 40% (and only 28% from 3) - I don't think he wants to take any more low percentage shots than he has to.

Better a shot with 40% chance of going in than a shot clock violation. If that's the reason, Hayward needs to get some of ET's confidence
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 08:51:04 PM
What is withtatum? He seems invisible tonight.

He's had some nice drives to the rim. Hasn't finished but I prefer that to those midrange shots.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:51:15 PM
Can Gordon for a moment just look like he’s having fun out there?

His body language always looks like he’s disgusted

Maybe he's not having fun.

It’s because of his beard and eyes it makes him look like he’s always stressed. I’m serious! If he shaved his beard off he would look happier.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 08:51:25 PM
Wildlife defense council filing a bill for protection of helpless wild birds.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:52:00 PM
What is withtatum? He seems invisible tonight.

With the offensive talent we have there’s always going to be nights where someone looks like they’re doing nothing I think
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 08:52:35 PM
Just starting the second quarter right now, but I think it seemed clear the impact starting Smart had on our first unit. Not only were we much more aggressive on both sides of the ball, but having another playmaker out there was so beneficial for us. Hayward should eventually play that role.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Alec14 on November 26, 2018, 08:52:43 PM
Okay, Brad, now you need to call a timeout and put the starters back in. This unit is tapped out.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:53:08 PM
Is throwing the ball in the air an unsportsmanlike tech, or only ones that would take DeAndre Jordan out of the game?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 08:53:24 PM
Would be interesting if Brad stays with tonight's starting lineup for a few games (whether Brown is back or not).    Clearly defensive energy and defensive coordination.   


Kyrie fo r3!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 08:54:35 PM
Nice pass up by Baynes.  Hate him shooting the 3.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:54:40 PM
Both Kyrie's 3's were terrible shots but they went in.  I'll take it.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:54:40 PM
wow Davis is so freaking long - that block on Kyrie
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:56:05 PM
Nice pass up by Baynes.  Hate him shooting the 3.

He thought the defender was too close, he needs plenty of space to take that ridiculous leaning/catapulting shot of his
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 08:56:10 PM
We know C's are deep.  Tonight they look deep.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:56:34 PM
wow Davis is so freaking long - that block on Kyrie

The speed to stay with him was crazy, too
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:57:20 PM
I feel like in most C's-Pelicans games... AD by now is at 20 points, 10 rebounds already.

So far it's 8 rebounds.. but just 7 points. Nice!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 08:58:04 PM
The toughness of Morris and Smart give the team a different personality. Really like seeing it early on setting the tone.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 08:58:10 PM
Foot on the gas now or Pels get back in.  Come on C's.  Lots of misses now.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:58:27 PM
I feel like in most C's-Pelicans games... AD by now is at 20 points, 10 rebounds already.

So far it's 8 rebounds.. but just 7 points. Nice!

Don't jinx it!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 08:58:45 PM
Bad calls on both sides of the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 08:58:50 PM
We have been moving without the ball a lot better tonight.  I think that is a pretty under-rated thing that we haven't been doing consistently.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:58:51 PM
Tatum jumps on every pump fake it feels like
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 08:59:13 PM
So many whistles now.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 08:59:30 PM
Smart if feeling it from the top of the key
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 08:59:47 PM
And one more time smart entices andteases us all with his shooting.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 08:59:50 PM
Feels like this score has barely changed in the last 5 minutes (3-ish minutes of game time).
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 08:59:59 PM
Did Marcus a smart do something to change his 3pt shot or is he just incredibly lucky the past few fames
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:00:02 PM
Mirotic getting hot. Not good news.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 26, 2018, 09:00:03 PM
What an excellent first half of defense. The Pels are an excellent offensive team.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:00:35 PM
Mook with a really really tough shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:00:41 PM
So it's Mirotic tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:01:20 PM
holy moly Mirotic from the parking lot.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:01:25 PM
Great block by Smart
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 09:01:52 PM
So it's Mirotic tonight.

He's hitting some ridiculous shots
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 09:02:03 PM
Defense has looked great and we're weathering the Mirotic firestorm. Finish strong C's!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:02:05 PM
Not a good way to close out the quarter this minute.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:02:17 PM
Kyries 2 turnovers cost us some points
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:02:55 PM
Mirotic looking tired, Tatum gotta use his quickness and get to the cup.  Kind of bailing him out on Def by settling for tough jumper when Mir was out of position.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 09:03:18 PM
Tatum calls for the ball to take a contested midrange 2. Because of course.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: apc on November 26, 2018, 09:05:21 PM
Lots of stupid turnovers lead should have been much bigger.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Goldstar88 on November 26, 2018, 09:05:37 PM
Where is Mike Gorman? This is painfull to listen to...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:05:50 PM
Awful way to end the 2nd quarter. Basically gave up 7 pts in 45 seconds. And they let Mirotic go off to keep the Pels in the game. You know Davis won’t stay cold forever. 9pt lead doesn’t feel entirely safe now.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:05:59 PM
Hopefully halftime is enough to cool off Mirotic... that was a crazy half by him
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:06:05 PM
Halftime came at the right time for us hopefully Mirotic cools off
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:06:16 PM
welp, at least we still have a lead.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 26, 2018, 09:06:22 PM
What an excellent first half of defense. The Pels are an excellent offensive team.
Well, until the last two minutes
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:06:56 PM
Where is Mike Gorman? This is painfull to listen to...

It was his birthday on the weekend so he probably took the weekend off. Draper has actually improved a lot, you should have heard him when he started.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 09:07:16 PM
Overall a solid half but dang that was a horrendous final 90 seconds.

17 point lead cut to just 9  :(
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 09:07:32 PM
New Orleans is a good offensive team, they were going to make a run. We just have to focus and come out strong in the 3rd.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:08:18 PM
Mirotic looking tired, Tatum gotta use his quickness and get to the cup.  Kind of bailing him out on Def by settling for tough jumper when Mir was out of position.

They need to make Mirotic work hard on the defensive end
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:08:38 PM
Thankfully halftime to cool off Mirotic. 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: CelticSooner on November 26, 2018, 09:09:15 PM
Scoreboard watching. Can already sense a reversal second half.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Hank Finkel on November 26, 2018, 09:09:45 PM
Any one else like the starting line up tonight.  The play between smart and Kyrie is nice.  Smart is a better passer and he can defer to Kyrie in the shooting department. His defense is always good too.   Hayward on the bench is a good place for him.  Morris is much better starting  for this team right now. Let’s hope Brad found something. 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:10:54 PM
overall, a better first half than they've been playing this year.  their D on Mirotic needs to tighten dramatically or he's going to be the latest player to run up a career night on the C's.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Goldstar88 on November 26, 2018, 09:11:50 PM
Where is Mike Gorman? This is painfull to listen to...

It was his birthday on the weekend so he probably took the weekend off. Draper has actually improved a lot, you should have heard him when he started.

Idk, he’s really bad.. Don’t think I’ve heard a worse play by play for an NBA game. Mike, comeback soon, please..
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 09:11:54 PM
The only way the Celtics are going to win this thing is if they maintain pace. Pelicans are dragging at both ends.

Bench has looked good.

Mike Vrabel, on the other hand? Is not looking good.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:13:01 PM
we were pretty hot from 3 in the 1st half - 53%.  I would have liked to get a bigger lead outta that, but oh well.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 09:13:11 PM
overall, a better first half than they've been playing this year.  their D on Mirotic needs to tighten dramatically or he's going to be the latest player to run up a career night on the C's.

I think they played pretty good defense all around. Mirotic has a few tough 3s .
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: footey on November 26, 2018, 09:13:27 PM
Who is covering Mirotic? Tatum? Morris? What the heck?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:14:37 PM
Who is covering Mirotic? Tatum? Morris? What the heck?

I saw both on him.  But when he is pulling up from 35 feet does it even matter?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 26, 2018, 09:14:49 PM
Any one else like the starting line up tonight.  The play between smart and Kyrie is nice.  Smart is a better passer and he can defer to Kyrie in the shooting department. His defense is always good too.   Hayward on the bench is a good place for him.  Morris is much better starting  for this team right now. Let’s hope Brad found something.
The best 1st havles the C's have had recently are against Atlanta and NO, two of the worst defensive teams in the league. And they did it with two completely different starting lineups. I am not sure who starts over those two games matters as much as how much effort the players give and how bad the opposing defense is.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: KGs Knee on November 26, 2018, 09:18:19 PM
Any one else like the starting line up tonight.  The play between smart and Kyrie is nice.  Smart is a better passer and he can defer to Kyrie in the shooting department. His defense is always good too.   Hayward on the bench is a good place for him.  Morris is much better starting  for this team right now. Let’s hope Brad found something. 

Brown hasn't been doing enough of the little things gritty role players like Smart and Morris are known for, and Hayward just is nowhere near back to his old self.  The two-man game between Kyrie and Horford still works great when we focus in on it.  Tatum has also shown he can play off of the two-man game of Kyrie/Horford pretty well.

I don't know if bringing Brown and Hayward off the bench on a more permanent basis is viable, but for now it may be best.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:21:24 PM
Any one else like the starting line up tonight.  The play between smart and Kyrie is nice.  Smart is a better passer and he can defer to Kyrie in the shooting department. His defense is always good too.   Hayward on the bench is a good place for him.  Morris is much better starting  for this team right now. Let’s hope Brad found something. 

Brown hasn't been doing enough of the little things gritty role players like Smart and Morris are known for, and Hayward just is nowhere near back to his old self.  The two-man game between Kyrie and Horford still works great when we focus in on it.  Tatum has also shown he can play off of the two-man game of Kyrie/Horford pretty well.

I don't know if bringing Brown and Hayward off the bench on a more permanent basis is viable, but for now it may be best.
Also not convinced Brown is fully healthy.  Seems to have a bunch of nagging stuff going on with him this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:21:37 PM
good start on offense
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 09:22:32 PM
The only way the Celtics are going to win this thing is if they maintain pace. Pelicans are dragging at both ends.

Bench has looked good.

Mike Vrabel, on the other hand? Is not looking good.

Amazing how the Pats have beaten great teams like GB, CHI, HOU, etc yet somehow lost in ugly fashion to the freakin' Lions, Jags and Titans.  ???
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:25:09 PM
Kyrie! Defensive stopper!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:26:14 PM
Go at Mirotic everyplay!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:26:32 PM
Lazy defense from Morris on Mirotic he just ran past him with a hand up
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:26:51 PM
Mirotic keeping the Pelicans alive
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 09:27:03 PM
Cripes. Mirotic is 6 for 9 from three point land.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on November 26, 2018, 09:27:12 PM
Mirotic is now on the all star ballot.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 09:27:41 PM
Mirotic is now on the all star ballot.

I feel like this team has put 10 random guys on the all star ballot by now  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:28:30 PM
Kyrie has turned the ball over quite a few times this game
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:28:32 PM
Kyrie is not having a good game imo
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:28:37 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 09:29:57 PM
What a recovery by Tatum to make that block.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:30:07 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?
Yes. His passing has not been good today in particular.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: apc on November 26, 2018, 09:30:28 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?
He is just playing sloppy
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 09:30:32 PM
Hornets beat the Bucks btw
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on November 26, 2018, 09:30:44 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?

He definitely is but he is playing with heart.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:30:48 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?

A little. The passing hasn't been good so far this year. On a team full of good passers, it's been a disappointment....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 09:30:50 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?
Yes. His passing has not been good today in particular.

Yeah, his bounce passes to Horford have been low and with poor spacing several times.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 09:30:56 PM
Horford looks like he needs a vacation. Think we have enough depth to let him take one.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:31:06 PM
The effect the addition of Smart, and to a lesser extent Mook, has had on the starting unit is pretty drastic.

As a lot of us have been saying, most of this simply comes down to a lack of energy and consistent intensity based on chemistry issues and us being in our own heads. When you have to blue-collar dogs like Mook and Smart out there, that kind of stuff gets pushed to the back because they set the example.

I think Smart in the starting lineup needs to be a permanent thing until Hayward recovers enough to be that extra playmaker we need.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:31:31 PM
Hornets beat the Bucks btw

excellent
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:31:42 PM
Nice block Tatum.

C's need to sustain on both ends.  They let up on both ends when they get a comfortable lead.  No lead is comfortable.  Pels have a great shot at taking this game. 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:32:00 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?
Yes. His passing has not been good today in particular.
not seeing why he should be pushing his offense on a night when the rest of the team isn't having one of its 'brick' nights
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jambr380 on November 26, 2018, 09:32:08 PM
The only way the Celtics are going to win this thing is if they maintain pace. Pelicans are dragging at both ends.

Bench has looked good.

Mike Vrabel, on the other hand? Is not looking good.

Amazing how the Pats have beaten great teams like GB, CHI, HOU, etc yet somehow lost in ugly fashion to the freakin' Lions, Jags and Titans.  ???

Pats just doing their old friends Patricia and Vrabel a favor and letting the Jags feel a bit of redemption. They wanted to play the underdog role and not go undefeated.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:32:45 PM
Pretty play Kyrie
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 09:32:53 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?
Yes. His passing has not been good today in particular.

Some atonement there.  Nice and-1.  Now take care of that [dang] ball Kyrie.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:34:16 PM
KYRIE!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:34:26 PM
Yay C's,   This is taking the game over.  Now keep it up!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:34:29 PM
EASILY the best we've looked all year long. We have been really solid and consistent on both sides of the ball tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:34:34 PM
TATUM!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 09:34:35 PM
Oooo oooo.  Oooo. A very nice Celtics run.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:34:55 PM
Turnover aside, I really like the way Randle has developed. Can’t believe the Lakers let him go for nothing.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:35:35 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?
Yes. His passing has not been good today in particular.
not seeing why he should be pushing his offense on a night when the rest of the team isn't having one of its 'brick' nights

Most of his turnovers have come from him trying to pass the ball to someone open after he’s drawn attention
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:35:35 PM
hmm, Amanda Pflugrad is certainly an eye-catching addition to the broadcast team. 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 09:35:37 PM
Turnover aside, I really like the way Randle has developed. Can’t believe the Lakers let him go for nothing.

Kind of funny that they let Randle go and instead signed the likes of Rondo, Stephenson, etc.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:35:45 PM
EASILY the best we've looked all year long. We have been really solid and consistent on both sides of the ball tonight.

Now we just need to prove that we can do it again
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:35:52 PM
Turnover aside, I really like the way Randle has developed. Can’t believe the Lakers let him go for nothing.

He's not having the best game tonight but I agree...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 09:35:53 PM
Are the Celtics shooting the bonus on fouls already?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:36:09 PM
hmm, Amanda Pflugrad is certainly an eye-catching addition to the broadcast team.

Was going to say is she new? I guess because Abby is going on maternity leave soon?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Rosco917 on November 26, 2018, 09:36:25 PM
Kyrie working his tail off. He's playing some solid D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:36:30 PM
anyone else think Kyrie's pressing a bit much this game?
Yes. His passing has not been good today in particular.
not seeing why he should be pushing his offense on a night when the rest of the team isn't having one of its 'brick' nights

Most of his turnovers have come from him trying to pass the ball to someone open after he’s drawn attention
noticed that as well (poor passes made) and rushed/questionable shots taken when the C's had more time on the clock
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: mr. dee on November 26, 2018, 09:36:47 PM
hmm, Amanda Pflugrad is certainly an eye-catching addition to the broadcast team.

Does she still works for celtics.com?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 09:37:04 PM
Imagine the lead if mirotic was not unconscious tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:37:32 PM
EASILY the best we've looked all year long. We have been really solid and consistent on both sides of the ball tonight.

Now we just need to prove that we can do it again

For the most part I think we've been trending the right way the last several games, just haven't always been able to make it 48 minutes. We've done that in the minutes thus far tonight.

Props to Brad for making the decision to start Smart tonight and keep starting Mook with Hayward staying on the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:37:36 PM
Imagine the lead if mirotic was not unconscious tonight.

Would be like 25.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on November 26, 2018, 09:37:38 PM
What does Rozier have carved in the back of his head ?
Is that really necessary ?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:37:54 PM
hmm, Amanda Pflugrad is certainly an eye-catching addition to the broadcast team.

Was going to say is she new? I guess because Abby is going on maternity leave soon?

I think she's been around for a while, but isn't usually part of the broadcast. I think she does other Celtics stuff for CSNNE
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:37:55 PM
hmm, Amanda Pflugrad is certainly an eye-catching addition to the broadcast team.

Was going to say is she new? I guess because Abby is going on maternity leave soon?
not sure - looked her up on the internet -- seems she's linked to the team via ESPN.  not sure how that works but if she's covering for Abby when she goes on maternity leave, I think she'll fill in nicely

(unlike Kyle who can't hold Mike Gorman's jock).
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Rosco917 on November 26, 2018, 09:38:03 PM
Smart and Sr. in the starting lineup adds toughness and defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:38:18 PM
EASILY the best we've looked all year long. We have been really solid and consistent on both sides of the ball tonight.

Getting out to a lead by having the right effort at the start of the game helped their confidence. They’re making shots they would have missed in previous games. Also helped that NO kept throwing the ball away  :laugh:
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:38:45 PM
what a  god-awful lob by Rozier
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:38:47 PM
Rozier is epically bad at alley oop passes
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:38:50 PM
What does Rozier have carved in the back of his head ?
Is that really necessary ?

Is it " Don't pass, shoot!"?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:39:03 PM
Turnover aside, I really like the way Randle has developed. Can’t believe the Lakers let him go for nothing.


Lakers can let Randle go; basically dump Russell.  No matter.  Tank for awhile and then sign the best player in the game.  Rebuilding is easy.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:39:12 PM
Even Rozier is playing pretty well tonight and not making dumb decision after dumb decision!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:39:57 PM
No let up C's.  Stay tough, don't let them smell a comeback.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:40:24 PM
Keep playing the right way even though you’re up big please
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:40:29 PM
What does Rozier have carved in the back of his head ?
Is that really necessary ?

Is it " Don't pass, shoot!"?
maybe my eyes are going on me but it looks like "trade bait"
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 09:40:36 PM
AD can't hit a barn....yay
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:40:56 PM
Turnover aside, I really like the way Randle has developed. Can’t believe the Lakers let him go for nothing.

He's not having the best game tonight but I agree...
Shooting wise no, but I really love his toughness and aggressiveness. He’s draws fouls.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jambr380 on November 26, 2018, 09:41:01 PM
what a  god-awful lob by Rozier

Really? I thought it was just fine (with a stylish flair). Tatum needs to get more than 3 inches off the ground if he wants to throw down an alley-oop.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:41:04 PM
Randle has been to the line as much as our whole team...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:41:34 PM
Not a good 3 attempt from Scary Terry with someone in his face
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 09:41:40 PM
Maybe Jalen has been the problem
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:41:49 PM
AD can't hit a barn....yay
Sounds like a Cs player on an average night. He’d fit right in.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:42:37 PM
Big shot by Tatum, but 4 pretty bad possessions.  And defensive breakdowns.  Need to step on the gas.

Nice Aaron.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:42:55 PM
Even Rozier is playing pretty well tonight and not making dumb decision after dumb decision!

As soon as I post this he takes two dumb, forced shots...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 09:43:22 PM
Rozier trying to shoot over AD?  Not a good idea.  Move the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:43:57 PM
Let's see if C's go all 3's over the next 2 minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:44:17 PM
Rozier trying to shoot over AD?  Not a good idea.  Move the ball.

Rozier thinks moving the ball means shoot.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:44:38 PM
It seems like there's been a ton of whistles tonight thus far.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 09:44:58 PM
Wow. That is a ton of fouls on the Celtics in past few minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:45:07 PM
It seems like there's been a ton of whistles tonight thus far.

All going for Randle...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:45:50 PM
Great job Marcus Morris.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:45:54 PM
nice pass and putback by Morris
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:47:10 PM
Nice hustle tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:47:10 PM
Finish this quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 09:48:34 PM
What a disastrous close to the quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 09:48:42 PM
What a disastrous close to the quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:48:49 PM
Just awful. Just let your foot off of their throat. This game is gonna go down to the wire it seems like.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 09:48:56 PM
Just let them back in...ugh
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:49:00 PM
Well, that was about as bad of an end to the quarter as you can get. One of Smart's only errors tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:49:02 PM
well that was a crappy way to close out this quarter
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 09:49:05 PM
Another bad close to the quarter, keeping them in the game
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:49:08 PM
Why the he'll are the Pelicans allowed that much contact if we can't even look at them without being called?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:49:11 PM
Well that's how to go from 20 to 10 instead of slamming the door.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 09:49:24 PM
Finish this quarter.
Well, giving up a 12 to 2 run I guess is one sort of finish. Dang
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:49:30 PM
well Randle just destroyed us in the last couple of minutes
uggg
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:49:31 PM
Fourth quarters going to be a battle
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 09:49:42 PM
I really don't like that play call Brad.  Not only is a 3 pointer, from Rozier of all players, a shot we can typically get.  But Rozier executed it poorly and planted his feet a good 2-3 feet behind the 3 point line, making the shot harder than it needed to be.

Bad play call, bad execution.  Bad results.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 09:49:43 PM
This team is just allergic to pulling away late in games.

Been true the last few years in general.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: CF033 on November 26, 2018, 09:49:47 PM
We keep having lapses at the end of quarters, like we're just phoning it in until the time runs out.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:50:26 PM
It's going to be hard to win a game where Randle shoots one more free-throw than your entire team.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: apc on November 26, 2018, 09:51:26 PM
Kyrie and Hayward with 9 TO. >:(
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:51:32 PM
I really don't like that play call Brad.  Not only is a 3 pointer, from Rozier of all players, a shot we can typically get.  But Rozier executed it poorly and planted his feet a good 2-3 feet behind the 3 point line, making the shot harder than it needed to be.

Bad play call, bad execution.  Bad results.

They need to take it inside and get to the line!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 09:51:33 PM
We started letting Holliday get to the basket too often towards the end of that quarter
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Rosco917 on November 26, 2018, 09:51:46 PM
This 4th will be telling. The will of this team needs to show.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:51:47 PM
They lost a bit of focus there towards the end of the 3rd quarter, didn’t get back on defense and took poor shot options
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:51:59 PM
Morris!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:52:02 PM
got lucky there.  no movement on offense just Morris going iso
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:52:03 PM
It's going to be hard to win a game where Randle shoots one more free-throw than your entire team.

yeah he is 9/10 at the ft line.  to his credit he has been taking the ball hard to the rim all game.
but we haven't been getting the calls
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:52:06 PM
Another big play by Morris.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:52:48 PM
Hayward just can't miss that shot.  Geez.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:52:59 PM
How is that a foul?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:53:13 PM
There wasn’t any foul there what a joke
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:53:29 PM
There wasn’t any foul there what a joke

Nope...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on November 26, 2018, 09:54:10 PM
Bs foul backing into Morris.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:55:02 PM
Gordon really has zero confidence in his shot 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 09:55:26 PM
These are tough calls against the C's.  That's not a foul on Terry.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:55:28 PM
Okay enough of the threes now guys. Don't fall back into bad habits.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:55:44 PM
no, just no.  no way Hayward should be driving into the lane for the purpose of passing out to Smart to take a 3
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:55:58 PM
Omg. Stop jacking up 3s.

And why is Kyries not in this game right now?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:56:13 PM
A lot of cheap calls going the wrong way tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 09:56:14 PM
This lineup makes me nervous. It's the Terry show offensively - for better or worse.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 09:56:20 PM
OK.  Now Davis gets hot.  Get KI in.  Let's not get this closer.  Getting nervous
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 09:56:33 PM
Omg. Stop jacking up 3s.

And why is Kyries not in this game right now?
buying him some rest so he can finish it out strong but he's out there now
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:57:01 PM
More favorable calls for Davis.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:57:21 PM
This lineup makes me nervous. It's the Terry show offensively - for better or worse.

FTFY
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 09:57:21 PM
Holy. Rap. Pelicans are 20 for 21 on ft. Celtics are 8 for 9.  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 09:57:38 PM
Gotta defend with the lead shrinking
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 09:57:46 PM
No options when the 3's aren't falling
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:57:51 PM
Omg. Stop jacking up 3s.

And why is Kyries not in this game right now?
buying him some rest so he can finish it out strong but he's out there now
I get monitoring minutes but they have 3 days off off coming up. It’s ok if Kyrie plays 35 minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 09:57:53 PM
This game just isn't moving in the right direction
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:58:12 PM
Another cheapie!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:58:23 PM
Plays like that are such bullEdited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.. It's not a real shot, and it's not a real foul, but the refs call it anyway
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 09:58:36 PM
Cs lack of aggressiveness to the hoop starting to now show. Cs offense is stuck. Really worried about this game now.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 09:58:41 PM
Davis blatantly walks and shuffles his feet out on the perimeter in front of the ref - no call...

And that leads to another cheap call for Davis  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 09:58:47 PM
To think it was 78-60 at one point
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 09:58:52 PM
Holy. Rap. Pelicans are 20 for 21 on ft. Celtics are 8 for 9.  :P

Yeah, Randle has 10 free throws....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 09:59:03 PM
Davis shouldn't be rewarded for taking a soft runner like that. What a poor call.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 09:59:39 PM
Holy. Rap. Pelicans are 20 for 21 on ft. Celtics are 8 for 9.  :P

Is that the next evolution for Christian Rock?  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:00:02 PM
I'd rather Kyrie have shot that even when he's having a tough night than pass to Smart for 3
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:00:20 PM
Finally.  Al stops the bleeding.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:00:22 PM
Finally we hit something
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:00:26 PM
Davis shouldn't be rewarded for taking a soft runner like that. What a poor call.

Aren't they playing at the Soft Smoothie Center....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:00:29 PM
That sequence helped
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:00:30 PM
Big shot by Al.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:00:36 PM
Pelicans doing their best to help us win this game
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:00:37 PM
Al HUGE 3
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:00:43 PM
Big Al!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:01:04 PM
Pelicans doing their best to help us win this game

we are trying to give it away but the pels say 'nah we don't want it either'
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:01:10 PM
Oh!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:01:29 PM
Hayward is straight up killing us out there. He doesn't need to be out there right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:01:33 PM
Kyrie is unbelievable sometimes
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Ogaju on November 26, 2018, 10:01:57 PM
8 points? it was just a 16 pt lead....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:02:24 PM
Big Al is back baby!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:02:26 PM
Thank you Hayward!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:02:29 PM
Finally Hayward.  Great set up by Smart to get him that look.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:02:35 PM
such a different team when we actually hit outside shots. 
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:02:44 PM
Al being clutch here in the 4th.  We gotta keep playing def though.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 10:02:52 PM
Smart is taking a beating tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 10:02:55 PM
Hayward!!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 10:02:57 PM
Wow wow wow, Celtics on fire at the perfect time. Heck even Hayward made a shot. ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:03:00 PM
Thank you Hayward!

HAYWARD III!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Ogaju on November 26, 2018, 10:03:08 PM
Hayward is straight up killing us out there. He doesn't need to be out there right now.

he just scored a three....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Atzar on November 26, 2018, 10:03:17 PM
Pelicans have no interest in defending the drive-and-kick three and we're burning them for it.

Keep it up.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:03:18 PM
Finally Hayward.  Great set up by Smart to get him that look.

So much better with that second playmaker out there alongside Kyrie. Hayward will get there eventually, hopefully, but for now I like that pairing in the backcourt.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:03:30 PM
Davis is taking over. BUT.... 3 balls dropping like crazy for the C's. 4 in a row. A couple of stops and C's can close this.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 10:03:37 PM
Whatever I said about Horford needing a vacation was a mistake on my part...he looks just fine.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:03:43 PM
Timely 3 from Hayward he hasn’t shot much tonight only 5 shot attempts
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:04:03 PM
Thank you Hayward!

HAYWARD III!

It says a lot that we are really surprised when GH hits a 3.  Hopefully a couple months from now that will be long forgotten and we will expect him to make them.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:04:25 PM
Hayward is straight up killing us out there. He doesn't need to be out there right now.

he just scored a three....

I mean, okay? He hit a wide open like he should be doing. That doesn't change the fact that he's been terrible otherwise lol
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:05:00 PM
Al being clutch here in the 4th.  We gotta keep playing def though.
Best Al effort in awhile. Wonder if going against Davis brought it out of him?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:05:02 PM
Solid game for Rozier.  14 points in 17 minutes.  With the grief he gets here, needs some love.  Also, good for him to be playing well in NO.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 10:05:06 PM
Davis overall having an "off night" with 6-16 shooting, yet has 20 points 14 rebounds  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: MattyIce on November 26, 2018, 10:05:07 PM
Big Al is back baby!

he’s not hesitating tonight !
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: CelticSooner on November 26, 2018, 10:05:11 PM
That is how you crush a teams spirit. Finally hit some timely shots to wilt a team.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:05:12 PM
Thank you Hayward!

HAYWARD III!

It says a lot that we are really surprised when GH hits a 3.  Hopefully a couple months from now that will be long forgotten and we will expect him to make them.

They look like they are going to go in every time he shoots it...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:05:19 PM
Hayward is straight up killing us out there. He doesn't need to be out there right now.

he just scored a three....

They just haven’t been going to him and he has passed the ball a lot tonight. Hopefully that 3 gives him confidence in his shot
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:05:56 PM
Yes -- a FT miss!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:06:02 PM
Both Davis and Mirotic individually have more free throws than our entire team.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:06:06 PM
Another phantom foul
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:06:06 PM
Thank you Hayward!

HAYWARD III!

It says a lot that we are really surprised when GH hits a 3.  Hopefully a couple months from now that will be long forgotten and we will expect him to make them.

I wouldn't say surprised, just excited
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:06:44 PM
Both Davis and Mirotic individually have more free throws than our entire team.

Randle has more than our team.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:06:58 PM
That's an insane finish by Kyrie.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: MattyIce on November 26, 2018, 10:07:08 PM
Solid game for Rozier.  14 points in 17 minutes.  With the grief he gets here, needs some love.  Also, good for him to be playing well in NO.

hmmmm, why is that? lol
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 10:07:29 PM
Another phantom foul

Oh I see how this is...

 :P
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 10:07:31 PM
That's an insane finish by Kyrie.

Great hands to catch that pass. Tough bucket.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:07:34 PM
Uhh, Davis is good.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:07:56 PM
Moore shoved Tatum on that drive - no call
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 10:08:00 PM
That was a horrendous pass from Tatum
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:08:03 PM
Both Davis and Mirotic individually have more free throws than our entire team.

Randle has more than our team.

Er, right.  Randle.  Apparently Davis only has 9 FTA also.  So equal amount to our entire team.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:08:09 PM
Both Davis and Mirotic individually have more free throws than our entire team.

Randle has more than our team.

Superstars like Mirotic and Randle will always get those calls
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:08:11 PM
Thank you Hayward!

HAYWARD III!

It says a lot that we are really surprised when GH hits a 3.  Hopefully a couple months from now that will be long forgotten and we will expect him to make them.

I wouldn't say surprised, just excited

Or maybe I should have said I was surprised...cup has had a top on it for GH the whole season.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:08:19 PM
Will be 27-9 FTs after these 2.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:09:00 PM
Nope, Davis has 10.  Box score update was delayed.  Either way this foul discrepancy is getting annoying.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:09:03 PM
All the Pelicans just fall down when someone goes to the hoop, like those goats that fall over when you shoot a gun....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:09:07 PM
Dang. Still need buckets.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jambr380 on November 26, 2018, 10:09:09 PM
Thank you Hayward!

HAYWARD III!

It says a lot that we are really surprised when GH hits a 3.  Hopefully a couple months from now that will be long forgotten and we will expect him to make them.

I know, a wide open half-speed dunk and a wide open corner 3 and we are all buzzing about Hayward's return.

I will know Hayward is back when I stop confusing him for Baynes while running up the floor. The dude needs to get back his max lift/speed.

Anyway, let's hope we can finish this one off - the Pels seem to be at the line every time down the floor.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:09:14 PM
needed that bucket Al
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 10:09:26 PM
Peels with 27 ft to Celtics 9.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:10:22 PM
Peels with 27 ft to Celtics 9.
Tommy must be apoplectic
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:10:32 PM
Pels just won’t go away
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 10:10:32 PM
Hot Take:

You can see why this blog really wants AD  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Ogaju on November 26, 2018, 10:10:40 PM
Both Davis and Mirotic individually have more free throws than our entire team.

Randle has more than our team.

Superstars like Mirotic and Randle will always get those calls

you seem bitter  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Atzar on November 26, 2018, 10:11:01 PM
This team has several solid-or-better perimeter defenders.  Why can't we stay in front of a guard in the fourth quarter? 

Ball-handlers just go wherever they want against us late in the game and it's mystifying to me.  We don't leave these lanes open earlier in the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: CF033 on November 26, 2018, 10:11:04 PM
Celts trying to keep it interesting.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:11:05 PM
Didn't we have 9 free throws in the 1st half?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:11:15 PM
All the Pelicans just fall down when someone goes to the hoop, like those goats that fall over when you shoot a gun....

Our team would get way more FT attempts if we flopped like the teams we play against... the rule changes/emphasis this season are encouraging flopping and we aren't taking advantage

Not that I want the team to flop, but if the league isn't gonna do anything to cut down on that bullEdited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline....
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:11:18 PM
Julius Randle - 21 minutes, 10 free throw attempts
Boston Celtics team - 217 minutes, 9 free throw attempts.

We're a jumpshooting team, but come on.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 10:11:19 PM
AD is going to get his, but you can't let Holliday keep beating us off the dribble late in the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:11:32 PM
Pels 27-29 from the line.  93%.   Game in jeopardy as Pels are scoring EVERY possession.

C's need offense.  Al's missed 6-footer was unacceptable.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:12:14 PM
Hot Take:

You can see why this blog really wants AD  :P

Yeah even on an off night he is still 25/15/5 with 3 steals / 2 blocks
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 10:12:37 PM
Pels 27-29 from the line.  93%.   Game in jeopardy as Pels are scoring EVERY possession.

C's need offense.  Al's missed 6-footer was unacceptable.

Those are the plays that he needs to force the issue and go to the rim.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:12:38 PM
All the Pelicans just fall down when someone goes to the hoop, like those goats that fall over when you shoot a gun....

Our team would get way more FT attempts if we flopped like the teams we play against... the rule changes/emphasis this season are encouraging flopping and we aren't taking advantage

Not that I want the team to flop, but if the league isn't gonna do anything to cut down on that bull****...

I'm with you. Half the team should just hit the deck every couple of minutes... ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:12:44 PM
Really need a hoop here.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:12:47 PM
Peels with 27 ft to Celtics 9.
Tommy must be apoplectic

He is definitely yelling "THIS IS RIDICULOUS" at his TV

At least, I hope he is. That way I'm not alone  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 10:12:58 PM
Hot Take:

You can see why this blog really wants AD  :P

Yeah even on an off night he is still 25/15/5 with 3 steals / 2 blocks

Exactly. Just insane.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:13:18 PM
How clutch was that?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:13:24 PM
Big time shot Kyrie.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Atzar on November 26, 2018, 10:13:30 PM
Big three by Kyrie.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:13:40 PM
Peels with 27 ft to Celtics 9.
Tommy must be apoplectic

He is definitely yelling "THIS IS RIDICULOUS" at his TV

At least, I hope he is. That way I'm not alone  ;D

You're not alone!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:13:55 PM
Julius Randle - 21 minutes, 10 free throw attempts
Boston Celtics team - 217 minutes, 9 free throw attempts.

We're a jumpshooting team, but come on.

Mirotic is a jumpshooting player, it hasn't stopped him from getting to the line
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:13:56 PM
I give that three to Davis all day long.

Great take by Tatum!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:14:06 PM
excellent drive by Tatum
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 10:14:18 PM
Kyrie is so clutch
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 10:14:46 PM
Miracle mirotic missed?  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:14:49 PM
Kyrie decides no way Davis is blocking his shot...lol
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:14:50 PM
My God, that fadeaway short baseline jumper is such a ridiculous shot that Kyrie has just mastered.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:14:57 PM
Kyrie taking over here
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:15:02 PM
Thank you, Tatum!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 10:15:11 PM
116 To 102 Boston with 2:26 left


Celtics at the line for 1. Fells good
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:15:15 PM
Nice response out of the time out.  Letting the Pels come within 6 after leading by 20 was ugly, but we're actually closing a game for once.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 10:15:16 PM
Couple of NICE drives from Tatum.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:15:20 PM
OH YEAH!!!  C's finally finishing off a game like we hoped we'd see this season
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:15:26 PM
That's how to finish it! 


Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 10:15:37 PM
AD out, game over, white flag raised.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 10:15:38 PM
Tatum takes ovah!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:15:59 PM
we are actually moving WITHOUT the ball.  Imagine that

looks like our little run put this one to bed
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:16:02 PM
To the line!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:16:24 PM
Pelicans fans leaving already

They have more confidence in the Celtics than a lot of Celtics fans
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:16:28 PM
Bad boy Tatum!

So... is anyone else ready to say that both of our starting wings look much better and aggressive with a more traditional lineup of two guards, two forwards, and a center? I think the more traditional lineup in conjunction with having that second playmaker out there has made all of the difference.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: CelticSooner on November 26, 2018, 10:16:35 PM
Finally controlled a game against a worthy opponent on the road.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:16:52 PM
They worked at it tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kraidstar on November 26, 2018, 10:16:59 PM
(http://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 10:17:12 PM
Hornets conceded a little early if you ask me...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:17:13 PM
Lol Kyrie got the 5x5 26 points, 10 assists, 5 rebounds, 5 steals, and.... 6 turnovers  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:17:23 PM
(http://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)

ONE IN A ROW!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:17:25 PM
Robert Williams into the game!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:17:32 PM
Robert Williams!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on November 26, 2018, 10:17:37 PM
Best start to finish effort of the year imo
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 10:17:37 PM
Pelis fans flocking to exits
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:17:41 PM
Robert Williams into the game!

Liam is happy!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Phantom255x on November 26, 2018, 10:17:45 PM
Alright, now smuggle Davis into the Celtics plane back home and call it a night  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:17:56 PM
Good win tonight they needed it bad. So next game isn’t till Friday? Shame we have a 4 day gap we might lose momentum
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 26, 2018, 10:18:19 PM
Awesome effort on both sides of the ball tonight. This is the team they should be all year.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:18:29 PM
Morris with the oop to RWIII!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:18:33 PM
Bad boy Tatum!

So... is anyone else ready to say that both of our starting wings look much better and aggressive with a more traditional lineup of two guards, two forwards, and a center? I think the more traditional lineup in conjunction with having that second playmaker out there has made all of the difference.

Not just that, Smart was a big part in setting the tone defensively.  His PnR defense with Al was a big reason why the Pels were turning over the ball so frequently in the 1st quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:18:41 PM
Williams continues his record of all his shots being dunks
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:18:43 PM
Morris best game of season?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:18:44 PM
Robert Williams!!!!

1 minute 2 pts and 2 rbs!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Atzar on November 26, 2018, 10:19:15 PM
Rock solid win.  Took this going away against a team that was 8-1 at home coming into this one. 

Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 10:19:21 PM
Great win. Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: PAOBoston on November 26, 2018, 10:19:27 PM
Williams legit just travelled like 40 times on that possession
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:19:35 PM
The start of a 10 game win streak
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 10:19:37 PM
Very good win tonight!

Tatum played well on both ends of the floor, and we got the return of playoff Al.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:19:37 PM
Awesome effort on both sides of the ball tonight. This is the team they should be all year.

Yeah this is why I am not completely panicking right now.  We have had games like tonight where we show how well we can play.  Just way too inconsistent so far this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:19:40 PM
well that was a poor final play - the game is in hand but don't allow a layup for crying out loud
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 10:19:41 PM
Great game everyone, tps all the way around.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: JSD on November 26, 2018, 10:19:49 PM
Great game everyone, tps all the way around.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:19:59 PM
Great win. Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation
Starting Smart was a move that paid off.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 10:20:00 PM
Good win. TPs all around.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 10:20:01 PM
#tradejaylen
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:20:08 PM
Robert Williams!!!!

1 minute 2 pts and 2 rbs!!!!

He is efficient!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 10:20:10 PM
Robert Williams!!!!

1 minute 2 pts and 2 rbs!!!!
What’s his per 36?  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 10:20:15 PM
G;lad this game is over I was running out of bird references.

On to the next lads!
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:20:16 PM
The start of a 10 game win streak
pessimist --> going to be 20 obviously. ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: A Future of Stevens on November 26, 2018, 10:20:19 PM
I love the Williams sightings
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: CelticSooner on November 26, 2018, 10:20:29 PM
Was that the game to finally awake the sleeping giant?
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:20:33 PM
#tradejaylen

don't encourage that crew lol
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:21:03 PM
Robert Williams!!!!

1 minute 2 pts and 2 rbs!!!!
What’s his per 36?  ;D

72pts and 72 rbs. ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: apc on November 26, 2018, 10:21:18 PM
So that’s how it feels like  :D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: BitterJim on November 26, 2018, 10:21:32 PM
Was that the game to finally awake the sleeping giant?

Robert Williams has been awake for a while...
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hpantazo on November 26, 2018, 10:21:37 PM
Even Rozier looked very good tonight, and Morris was a beast! We really have to keep Morris long term.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: blink on November 26, 2018, 10:21:39 PM
Robert Williams!!!!

1 minute 2 pts and 2 rbs!!!!
What’s his per 36?  ;D

72pts and 72 rbs. ;D

he is a beast
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:21:45 PM
Bad boy Tatum!

So... is anyone else ready to say that both of our starting wings look much better and aggressive with a more traditional lineup of two guards, two forwards, and a center? I think the more traditional lineup in conjunction with having that second playmaker out there has made all of the difference.

Not just that, Smart was a big part in setting the tone defensively.  His PnR defense with Al was a big reason why the Pels were turning over the ball so frequently in the 1st quarter.
. Agree, I think Smart brings them that attitude and mongrel they have been missing. He won’t shoot as well as this in the future but we have plenty of shooters we need his attitude and effort particularly on the defensive end.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:22:44 PM
Was that the game to finally awake the sleeping giant?
Cleveland could be a good measuring stick. They should pummel them but we'll see.  But a lot of good things happened tonight - finally.  Best to me was they really worked at it defensively.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: kmart12 on November 26, 2018, 10:23:35 PM
Bad boy Tatum!

So... is anyone else ready to say that both of our starting wings look much better and aggressive with a more traditional lineup of two guards, two forwards, and a center? I think the more traditional lineup in conjunction with having that second playmaker out there has made all of the difference.

Not just that, Smart was a big part in setting the tone defensively.  His PnR defense with Al was a big reason why the Pels were turning over the ball so frequently in the 1st quarter.
. Agree, I think Smart brings them that attitude and mongrel they have been missing. He won’t shoot as well as this in the future but we have plenty of shooters we need his attitude and effort particularly on the defensive end.

I feel the exact same about Smart; I'd also add that Morris adds similar grit in the lineup. It's a (very) small sample size, but I liked what I saw.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:23:42 PM
Robert Williams!!!!

1 minute 2 pts and 2 rbs!!!!
What’s his per 36?  ;D

72pts and 72 rbs. ;D

he is a beast

He's real per 36 is 14pts 11rbs 6 blks 1 ast
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on November 26, 2018, 10:24:04 PM
Hayward didn’t have a great game but he hit that huge 3 when it was needed. How about Baynes’ defense? Fantastic.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:24:27 PM
Was that the game to finally awake the sleeping giant?
Cleveland could be a good measuring stick. They should pummel them but we'll see.  But a lot of good things happened tonight - finally.  Best to me was they really worked at it defensively.
agreed - hopefully the C's will remember how they were manhandled in the preseason and lay a beating on the Cavs
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: KGs Knee on November 26, 2018, 10:24:35 PM
Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation for a while (sans occasionally swapping Baynes for Morris against really big front lines).  Smart and Morris just seem to compliment Kyire, Al, and Tatum well.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on November 26, 2018, 10:25:01 PM
The start of a 10 game win streak
pessimist --> going to be 20 obviously. ;)

20 it is
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Rosco917 on November 26, 2018, 10:25:13 PM
Man did they neeeeeed that win.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Rosco917 on November 26, 2018, 10:26:22 PM
The extra ball handler playing with Irving helps ball movement.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: liam on November 26, 2018, 10:27:22 PM
The extra ball handler playing with Irving helps ball movement.

 ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SHAQATTACK on November 26, 2018, 10:27:42 PM
Man did they neeeeeed that win.

your tell n me ...shheeeeeesh smh
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on November 26, 2018, 10:28:15 PM
The extra ball handler playing with Irving helps ball movement.
And with Smart on the floor it's going to help them lock in defensively right from the start.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on November 26, 2018, 10:28:41 PM
The extra ball handler playing with Irving helps ball movement.

Smart at the top works for the starting line up. It works with what they have.

Nothing wrong with Brown with second unit...which looks good with Hayward at the top so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: slamtheking on November 26, 2018, 10:30:21 PM
The start of a 10 game win streak
pessimist --> going to be 20 obviously. ;)

20 it is
great minds think alike - TP
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 26, 2018, 10:33:56 PM
Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation for a while (sans occasionally swapping Baynes for Morris against really big front lines).  Smart and Morris just seem to compliment Kyire, Al, and Tatum well.
Meh...The Pels are an atrocious defensive team. I don't think it matters one iota who starts. It matters how much the team as a whole brings the effort and plays great two way ball. Each starting unit Stevens has gone with has had good and bad times. It's the groupings that matter not who starts. So the grouping that looked good tonight might be a grouping Brad wants to try more often. I just don't see they need to start.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 10:36:14 PM
Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation for a while (sans occasionally swapping Baynes for Morris against really big front lines).  Smart and Morris just seem to compliment Kyire, Al, and Tatum well.
Meh...The Pels are an atrocious defensive team. I don't think it matters one iota who starts. It matters how much the team as a whole brings the effort and plays great two way ball. Each starting unit Stevens has gone with has had good and bad times. It's the groupings that matter not who starts. So the grouping that looked good tonight might be a grouping Brad wants to try more often. I just don't see they need to start.

We've struggled offensively so much. It makes sense to simplify the game to start by putting another guy out there who can read and react, and make the right play - whether it's for himself or creating for others.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: SHAQATTACK on November 26, 2018, 10:37:57 PM
The start of a 10 game win streak
pessimist --> going to be 20 obviously. ;)

20 it is
great minds think alike - TP

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Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on November 26, 2018, 10:40:16 PM
Smart starting is a great idea.  He has such an impact on the game. And he seems (emphasis: seems) to be selecting shots a little better.  I am not a believer that his shot is a weapon -- he gets hot occasionally, but misses are around the corner, sort of the anti-Ray Allen.    But he really impacts energy, he can pass, and he can drive. 


Bench with Jaylen, TR, Gordon, Baynes/Theis should be scary.   
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: jpotter33 on November 26, 2018, 10:41:09 PM
Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation for a while (sans occasionally swapping Baynes for Morris against really big front lines).  Smart and Morris just seem to compliment Kyire, Al, and Tatum well.
Meh...The Pels are an atrocious defensive team. I don't think it matters one iota who starts. It matters how much the team as a whole brings the effort and plays great two way ball. Each starting unit Stevens has gone with has had good and bad times. It's the groupings that matter not who starts. So the grouping that looked good tonight might be a grouping Brad wants to try more often. I just don't see they need to start.

I’m sure your hesitance to this rotation has nothing to do with your binkie Brown being relegated to the bench with this rotation. 😉😬

Either way, this should only benefit Brown by giving him more focus and touches off the bench. A bench lineup of Rozier, Brown, Hayward, Semi/Theis, abd Hayward should run other benches out of the gym.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:41:14 PM
Hayward didn’t have a great game but he hit that huge 3 when it was needed. How about Baynes’ defense? Fantastic.

He played better in the first half particularly on defense but he looked like he ran out of puff in the 2nd. I wonder if his ankle is still bothering him
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: KGs Knee on November 26, 2018, 10:42:01 PM
Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation for a while (sans occasionally swapping Baynes for Morris against really big front lines).  Smart and Morris just seem to compliment Kyire, Al, and Tatum well.
Meh...The Pels are an atrocious defensive team. I don't think it matters one iota who starts. It matters how much the team as a whole brings the effort and plays great two way ball. Each starting unit Stevens has gone with has had good and bad times. It's the groupings that matter not who starts. So the grouping that looked good tonight might be a grouping Brad wants to try more often. I just don't see they need to start.

We've struggled offensively so much. It makes sense to simplify the game to start by putting another guy out there who can read and react, and make the right play - whether it's for himself or creating for others.

Brown is a 'finisher', he's not a 'creator'.  Smart is also a better, more consistently tenacious defender.  Smart can be counted on to always do the little things that help win games, whereas I've seen Brown standing around a lot this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 26, 2018, 10:42:49 PM
Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation for a while (sans occasionally swapping Baynes for Morris against really big front lines).  Smart and Morris just seem to compliment Kyire, Al, and Tatum well.
Meh...The Pels are an atrocious defensive team. I don't think it matters one iota who starts. It matters how much the team as a whole brings the effort and plays great two way ball. Each starting unit Stevens has gone with has had good and bad times. It's the groupings that matter not who starts. So the grouping that looked good tonight might be a grouping Brad wants to try more often. I just don't see they need to start.

We've struggled offensively so much. It makes sense to simplify the game to start by putting another guy out there who can read and react, and make the right play - whether it's for himself or creating for others.
We have struggled with all sorts of starters and all sorts of groupings. You can't make decisions about playing time, groupings and substitution patterns based on one game. Stevens is going to change the starting lineup depending on how we match up, that is obvious. What he needs to do is when he sees a grouping playing very well is play that group more. It doesn't matter if they are starting. If that grouping is going nuts at the start of the 2nd and 4th quarters, always make sure that grouping plays then. If a grouping is excellent to close close games, play it then. If the best grouping is the one that starts the game, play them a lot. But so far, there has not been one starting lineup that has shown any type of long term success.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: RJ87 on November 26, 2018, 10:45:59 PM
Hopefully Stevens sticks with this rotation for a while (sans occasionally swapping Baynes for Morris against really big front lines).  Smart and Morris just seem to compliment Kyire, Al, and Tatum well.
Meh...The Pels are an atrocious defensive team. I don't think it matters one iota who starts. It matters how much the team as a whole brings the effort and plays great two way ball. Each starting unit Stevens has gone with has had good and bad times. It's the groupings that matter not who starts. So the grouping that looked good tonight might be a grouping Brad wants to try more often. I just don't see they need to start.

We've struggled offensively so much. It makes sense to simplify the game to start by putting another guy out there who can read and react, and make the right play - whether it's for himself or creating for others.

Brown is a 'finisher', he's not a 'creator'.  Smart is also a better, more consistently tenacious defender.  Smart can be counted on to always do the little things that help win games, whereas I've seen Brown standing around a lot this year.

Yeah..... That was my point.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 26, 2018, 10:49:39 PM
Wow, Smart played 40 mins tonight, next was Tatum with 35, then Kyrie and Al with 32. Morris 30 Hayward 23 Baynes 20 rozier 19. Wonder if they’re worried about Gordon’s ankle at all after taking him off the minutes restriction previously
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: trickybilly on November 26, 2018, 10:53:26 PM
I have kinda been staying away from the blog with all the sky is falling chatter that has been going around, but nice to pop in and see everyone cheery.

Good win.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: nickagneta on November 26, 2018, 10:53:28 PM
Well, Brown wasn't around tonight so obviously he is the problem and should not start and should be traded as soon as possible. 😀😂
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on November 26, 2018, 11:47:21 PM
Well, Brown wasn't around tonight so obviously he is the problem and should not start and should be traded as soon as possible. 😀😂
That’s the old Celtics strong spirit!  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Ilikesports17 on November 27, 2018, 12:14:20 AM
Well, Brown wasn't around tonight so obviously he is the problem and should not start and should be traded as soon as possible. 😀😂
To be fair, I think having him out today, did actually help. He's played really bad basketball this season.

Trading him or completely relegating him to the bench is stupid, but he's been as big a part of the problem as anyone thus far.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: konkmv on November 27, 2018, 12:19:32 AM
Brown is a player physically gifted who plays great defense and can score 20p each night.. he just happens to be in a team with many scorers.. he is a keeper... he just needs time to find his not leading role
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Somebody on November 27, 2018, 12:28:32 AM
Brown is a player physically gifted who plays great defense and can score 20p each night.. he just happens to be in a team with many scorers.. he is a keeper... he just needs time to find his not leading role
^this
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: 10610786d on November 27, 2018, 12:33:55 AM
Brown is a player physically gifted who plays great defense and can score 20p each night.. he just happens to be in a team with many scorers.. he is a keeper... he just needs time to find his not leading role

Maybe he should do what AB used to do. Absolutely hound the ball handler.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Androslav on November 27, 2018, 02:47:56 AM
Good road win!
19-39 from 3pt range won it for us.
Similar to the Milwaukee game (we exploited slow footed Lopez with Horford's 3pt shooting).
You can't expect that to repeat every game, but a win is a win.
We really need hot shooting to have a great offense, as we also lost the FTA battle 10 vs 29.
10 FTA is a rather poor number.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: GreenEnvy on November 27, 2018, 03:18:25 AM
On the Hayward front, it was really good seeing him take the breakaway steal strong to the rack off his left foot. Looked like he got up pretty easy there. And his demoralizing trey with about six minutes to go was nice to see fall for him. I think he’s still not having fun and too hard on himself, probably expecting to just pick up where he left off pre-injury and the struggling out the gate and probably an awkward conversation with a brad asking him to come off the bench. I think he’s overthinking out there at this point. His body and conditioning seem much improved since the start of the season.

Definitely Al’s best game in quite some time (if not the whole season), and pretty balanced attack with four scoring between 19 and 26.

I’m almost ready to start seeing more of Williams.

Tough seeing a guy like Theis get a DNP even when we are down a starter. Too many guys that need minutes to be effective, I think some sort of consolidating trade is in the cards. Maybe some of Brown/Rozier/Theis/picks(we just don’t need 3+ firsts at this stage) for a really good player and then use MLE on a marquis buyout?

Davis didn’t even have a great game and still put up 27/16/5/3/3... guy is an absolute stud. If he can make it through this season in New Orleans, I think Danny should pounce, even if the price tag is Tatum, unfortunately.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: bopna on November 27, 2018, 06:26:09 AM
Good road win!
19-39 from 3pt range won it for us.
Similar to the Milwaukee game (we exploited slow footed Lopez with Horford's 3pt shooting).
You can't expect that to repeat every game, but a win is a win.
We really need hot shooting to have a great offense, as we also lost the FTA battle 10 vs 29.
10 FTA is a rather poor number.


We rely too much on our threes to go in in order to win.. On nights it falls.. We win..

On nights we struggle we obviously lose... We are exactly like the Pelicans as their record Also shoows 10-10..we must prove we can easily beat the likes of NY, Dallas and the Jazz in order for us to be called elite... We cannot go 2 wins tgen lose the next 3...that is a typical 7-8th seed team which we are unfortunately ATM.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: bopna on November 27, 2018, 06:30:43 AM
Wow, Smart played 40 mins tonight, next was Tatum with 35, then Kyrie and Al with 32. Morris 30 Hayward 23 Baynes 20 rozier 19. Wonder if they’re worried about Gordon’s ankle at all after taking him off the minutes restriction previously

Hayward is defo not ready for bigtime minutes we forced him to have... 20-25 min to get his confidence and speed back is and must be the norm for him this season.

I am loving the Morris start.. He is definitely  very good scorer when we get stuck.. The starters tonight had good balance in scoring and defense.. JB and Hayward off the bench must be thought about by Stevens.. In the second unit GH the playmaker and JB the pick and roll guy will be a headache for other teams IMO.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Celtics4ever on November 27, 2018, 06:40:03 AM
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You can't make decisions about playing time, groupings and substitution patterns based on one game

I agree but recall where you are posting. 

I am surprised there are not 10 trade Jaylen threads today.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: GreenEnvy on November 27, 2018, 06:54:29 AM
Good road win!
19-39 from 3pt range won it for us.
Similar to the Milwaukee game (we exploited slow footed Lopez with Horford's 3pt shooting).
You can't expect that to repeat every game, but a win is a win.
We really need hot shooting to have a great offense, as we also lost the FTA battle 10 vs 29.
10 FTA is a rather poor number.


We rely too much on our threes to go in in order to win.. On nights it falls.. We win..

On nights we struggle we obviously lose... We are exactly like the Pelicans as their record Also shoows 10-10..we must prove we can easily beat the likes of NY, Dallas and the Jazz in order for us to be called elite... We cannot go 2 wins tgen lose the next 3...that is a typical 7-8th seed team which we are unfortunately ATM.

Beating the likes of NY, Dallas, and Utah will make us elite? But beating teams like Toronto, Milwaukee, Philly, OKC, Detroit x2 won’t? The theme here is we show up for big games, or beat the truly awful teams who literally can’t even beat the C version of us. All those in-between games, we don’t get up for, which is pretty sad for a team that didn’t make the Finals last season and two stars who sat out the entire playoffs.

We should have a chip on our shoulder, instead these players think they are entitled to easy wins when we are the hunted.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Celtics4ever on November 27, 2018, 07:07:22 AM
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Beating the likes of NY, Dallas, and Utah will make us elite? But beating teams like Toronto, Milwaukee, Philly, OKC, Detroit x2 won’t? The theme here is we show up for big games, or beat the truly awful teams who literally can’t even beat the C version of us

I think we get up and show and play well for some teams and don't for others.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on November 27, 2018, 07:13:00 AM
I agree.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: ozgod on November 27, 2018, 12:40:53 PM
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Beating the likes of NY, Dallas, and Utah will make us elite? But beating teams like Toronto, Milwaukee, Philly, OKC, Detroit x2 won’t? The theme here is we show up for big games, or beat the truly awful teams who literally can’t even beat the C version of us

I think we get up and show and play well for some teams and don't for others.

I posted this in Pho’s stats thread...I’m convinced of it. They don’t have the right mindset going into some of these games particularly against lesser teams. They start to take lazy shots, they don’t defend with enough effort, they don’t communicate on defense, and they start to expect someone else to do the heavy lifting and fight in the paint. Then they dig themselves in a hole and then they wake up. There will always be missed shots it’s how you respond to it that counts.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: CF033 on November 27, 2018, 03:02:32 PM
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Beating the likes of NY, Dallas, and Utah will make us elite? But beating teams like Toronto, Milwaukee, Philly, OKC, Detroit x2 won’t? The theme here is we show up for big games, or beat the truly awful teams who literally can’t even beat the C version of us

I think we get up and show and play well for some teams and don't for others.

I posted this in Pho’s stats thread...I’m convinced of it. They don’t have the right mindset going into some of these games particularly against lesser teams. They start to take lazy shots, they don’t defend with enough effort, they don’t communicate on defense, and they start to expect someone else to do the heavy lifting and fight in the paint. Then they dig themselves in a hole and then they wake up. There will always be missed shots it’s how you respond to it that counts.

Yep, great teams consistently beat teams that they should beat. What I see with the Celts is the lack of a guy who wants to win at all costs such as a Bird, Magic, Jordan or playoff Lebron. Those guys got up for the big games but also wanted to destroy the lesser teams.

Maybe it's that our team is so young that they're still learning that this is the NBA and if you take your foot off the gas for long periods you can get beaten by anyone regardless of the talent on your team.
Title: Re: Celtics (10-10) at Pelicans (10-10) Game #21 11/26/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on November 29, 2018, 12:29:02 PM
nice win boys

i was not able to make this game due to them moving schedule this year

the last 5 years we always played on a sunday night in march here.

not sure why they moved it but i could not make it this year on a weeknight

just glad we won regardless!

i had to watch through PELS telecast and they gave us plenty props!