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Title: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: FLCeltsFan on May 20, 2018, 11:15:37 PM
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Boston Celtics (2-1) at Cleveland Cavaliers (1-2)
Monday, May 21,2018
8:30 PM ET
Post Season Game #16, Road Game #7
TV: ESPN
Radio: 98.5 Sports Hub, WTAM 1100
Quicken Loans Arena

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Probable Starters
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PG:  Terry Rozier  ........................................ SG:  Jaylen Brown

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C:  Al Horford

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SF:  Jayson Tatum   ............................................ PF:  Marcus Morris 

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Celtics Reserves
Semi Ojeleye
Abdel Nader
Guerschon Yabusele
Aron Baynes
Greg Monroe
Marcus Smart

Injuries
Gordon Hayward (ankle)  out
Daniel Theis  (knee)  out
Kyrie Irving (knee) out 
Shane Larkin  (shoulder) out

Head Coach
Brad Stevens

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Probable Starters
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PG:  George Hill  ................ SG:  JR Smith

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C:  Tristan Thompson

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SF: Le Bron James................. PF: Kevin Love

Cavs Reserves
Jose Calderon
Jordan Clarkson
Jeff Green
Rodney Hood
Larry Nance Jr
Cedi Osman
Kendrick Perkins
Kyle Korver
Okaro White
Ante Zizic

Injuries
None listed

Head Coach
Tyronn Lue

Game Notes
After a 30 point loss in Game 3, the Celtics have to regroup and get back to playing tough gritty defense and being the more aggressive team.  The Celtics were clearly out-played in just about every facet of the game in their first game in Cleveland, after being the aggressors in Games 1 and 2. 

The Celtics went away from being patient on offense and playing together on defense and that allowed the Cavs to take control of the game.  The Celtics weren't communicating with each other and they resorted to iso's on offense instead of sharing the ball and moving without the ball to get the best shots.  The Cavs took advantage of all of it as they played with their backs against the wall.

For the first time in the series, LeBron's supporting cast came to play and the Celtics were out-played from start to finish.  Al Horford and Jaylen Brown, who led the Celtics in Games 1 and 2 were stifled and Brown spent the whole game in foul trouble.  The Cavs were more physical and more disciplined and the Celtics just never seemed to be engaged. 

Brad Stevens once again said that there may be some changes and that other players will have to step up for the team.  Aron Baynes or Semi Ojeleye could return to the starting lineup or the starters could stay the same and the rotation could change.  Regardless of any lineup changes, the biggest change for the Celtics must be more energy and effort and more chemistry from the players who are on the court. 

Key Matchups
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Marcus Morris (or Jayson Tatum) vs LeBron James
After a game in which LeBron was able to do anything he wanted on both ends of the court in Game 3, whether it is Morris, Tatum, Brown, or Ojeleye who guards LeBron they have to find a way to limit his passes and his ability to get to the basket.  They also have to be active on offense to make LeBron work and not be able to rest on the defensive end. 

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Al Horford (or Aron Baynes) vs Tristan Thompson
Thompson has been effective in the past in guarding Horford and has also been a beast on the boards.  Horford (or Baynes) needs to box out Thompson and do their best to keep him out of the paint.   Time after time in Game 3, Thompson was allowed to get inside for rebounds and put backs.  The Celtics have to find a way to limit those. 

Honorable Mention
Jaylen Brown vs JR Smith
Smith came out aggressively and hit some big shots in Game 3.  Jaylen found himself in early foul trouble and was never able to get going.  He finished with just 10 points and didn't score until 8:20 left in the 2nd quarter.  Smith, who didn't score in Game 2 had 11 points in Game 3.    Jaylen has to win his matchup for the Celtics to win this game. 

Celtics Bench vs Cavaliers Bench
The Celtics reserves scored 20 points in Game 1 while their counterparts from the Cavs bench scored 37.  In Game 2, the Celtics reserves scored 28 points to 19 for the Cavs reserves. In Game 3, the Celtics reserves were out-scored 42-29.  The Celtics will need every player to play well and they will need the reserves to hold their own against the Cavs reserves to win Game 4 on the road. 

Keys to the Game
Defense   As always, defense is the key to every single game.   The Celtics won Games 1 and 2 with their swarming lock down defense, holding the Cavs to 83 and 94 points.  They lost Game 3 because they were not engaged on the defensive end and allowed the Cavs to get to the hoop as well along with shooting 50% from beyond the arc.  The Celtics MUST communicate and they have to play tough lock down defense both in the paint and on the perimeter if they want to win this game. 

Rebound - Rebounding is second to defense in importance for the Celtics to get a win.   Much of rebounding is effort and so the Celtics have to work hard to beat the Cavs to rebounds.  The Cavs are averaging 42.5 rebounds for the series while the Celtics are averaging 47 rebounds for the series.  The Celtics out-rebounded the Cavs in the first two games by 8 and 1 respectively, but were out-rebounded 45-34 in Game 3.   They will need to work harder on the boards in this game if they want to win it. 

Be Aggressive -  The Celtics were the more aggressive team in the first two games.  They beat the Cavs to loose balls and the 50/50 balls and they were aggressive on the boards and on defense and getting to the basket.  That changed in Game 3 with the Celtics being passive and the Cavs being more physical and aggressive.  The Celtics have to get back to playing harder and being the more aggressive team.  They can't allow the Cavs to outwork them.   

Control LeBron's Supporting Cast - It's almost impossible to stop a player like LeBron who gets the benefit of most of the calls and can drive and dip his shoulder into any defenders as he goes to the basket.  In the first two games, the Celtics were able to stop players other than LeBron from getting open looks and from being effective.  In Game 3, the Cavs had 6 players in double figures.  That can't happen again if the Celtics want to win this game.   

Move the Ball - The Celtics get into trouble when they take quick shots and don't move the ball enough to get the defense out of position. Their assists are usually down in their losses and up in their wins.  The biggest sign that the Celtics played poorly was the fact that they had just 16 assists while the Cavs had 23.   The Celtics have to move the ball and find the open man.  Hero ball doesn't win games. 

X-Factors
Focus -   The Celtics obviously didn't come out focused in Game 3.  They lacked patience on offense and positioning and quickness on defense.  They have to focus on playing Celtics basketball - passing, defending, being aggressive and physical.  The Celtics need to come out focused and play like it is Game 7 if they want to win a tough game on the road. 

On the Road - The Celtics are now 1-5 on the road in the playoffs. They were the third best road team in the regular season and so it's odd that they have struggled so much in the playoffs.  They need to be able to block out the distractions of playing on the road and the hostile crowd and focus on playing Celtics basketball.   

Officiating -  The officiating is always an x-factor.  In some games so far the officiating was very good and they let both teams play and let some contact go both ways but didn't let it get out of hand.  In some others the refs were not good and called it more one sided.  Hopefully we avoid Tony Brothers and Scott Foster and have fair and even officiating in Game 4. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: csfansince60s on May 20, 2018, 11:16:26 PM
TP FLCeltsFan!!

Time to reseize control of this series!

Go Cs!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: FLCeltsFan on May 20, 2018, 11:16:56 PM
TP to  csfansince60s  for being the first to post in the game thread. 

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Celtics!!!! 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 20, 2018, 11:20:02 PM
Go Celtics! The Celtics are really going to have to bring massive energy to this one. I have faith!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 20, 2018, 11:30:34 PM
TP FLCeltsFan!!

GO C's!!!  8) ;D

Go Celtics! The Celtics are really going to have to bring massive energy to this one. I have faith!

Yep. 48-minute effort and smarter basketball this time.

Also do the simple things right like rebounding and staying on your man while on defense (things we did very well Games 1 and 2).

We HAVE to start off well. If I'm not mistaken, we've started all but one ROAD playoff game poorly so far, with terrible offense and/or poor defense. The game we did start off well, we won (Game 3 @PHI). No coincidence C's, start better and quiet their crowd early. We have a chance as long as we do a better job containing their other role player threats (baffles me how JR, Hill and Korver had that many wide opening looks compared to Games 1+2...)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 20, 2018, 11:35:26 PM
Lets turn it back up and respond after massacre!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 20, 2018, 11:36:54 PM
#StartBaynesAndUseYourBrains ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rondofan1255 on May 20, 2018, 11:52:55 PM
Go celtics
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: greece66 on May 21, 2018, 12:01:59 AM
8th!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rondofan1255 on May 21, 2018, 12:04:36 AM
8th!
Tp for improvement from 32nd!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: trickybilly on May 21, 2018, 12:26:30 AM
Go to Jaylen, early and often.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ayer on May 21, 2018, 12:38:15 AM
Lets Goooooooooooooooooo Celticsssss!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 01:00:19 AM
I’m very very confident about this game

Brad Stevens probably hounded the team about everything. Rushed shots. Not getting around picks well on D. Low percentage Shots. Poor ball movement. Letting people like JR smith get wide open. Some of these things will not happen in game 4. Brad will not allow it. Players like  hill  will return to earth as well
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 01:23:18 AM
Go Celtics....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Somebody on May 21, 2018, 01:46:22 AM
LET'S GO CELTICS!!! BLOW THEM OUT!!! #LEAVELAND
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 02:23:49 AM
Classic Bron: From https://nesn.com/2018/05/what-lebron-james-said-to-celtics-semi-ojeleye-during-game-3-exchange/

"Like your mother always said: Honesty is the best policy. And Boston Celtics rookie Semi Ojeleye abided by that mantra during the second quarter of the C’s Game 3 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night. Ojeleye was tasked with guarding LeBron James for a brief stint, and during one possession, James drove to the rim and missed a layup, but the officials called a foul after James made a bit of a scene after the miss. After the whistle, Ojeleye and James could be seen having a brief conversation about the call, and the SMU product shared his interaction with King James on Sunday at shootaround. “He asked me if I fouled him,” Ojeleye said, via Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe. “And I was like, ‘C’mon man, no.'” It sounds like James was just surprised he missed the point-blank attempt and automatically looked for a foul, despite not knowing if he was actually fouled. Spoiler alert: he wasn’t. The replay showed that James blew past Ojeleye and the C’s rookie contested without fouling, but the officials gave James the benefit of the doubt. In the end, the two points were irrelevant, as James and the Cavs stomped the Celtics, winning 116-86 to cut Boston’s lead in the Eastern Conference finals to 2-1. The series will resume Monday night at Quicken Loans Arena."
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 21, 2018, 02:36:16 AM
Hopefully it's not Tony Brothers, Scott Foster, and Marc Davis or we can just gift wrap this game to the Cavs.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtics4ever on May 21, 2018, 06:50:13 AM
Go Celtics!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Birdman on May 21, 2018, 07:07:03 AM
Cavs by 17 tonight...😣
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: dreamgreen on May 21, 2018, 07:48:15 AM
Cavs by 17 tonight...😣

C's wont look stoned tonight and will play much harder and better. Will that lead to a win? I'll say 50/50 chance, close game is my guess.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 08:21:48 AM
Hoping for a Cs win...feel like it will be another double digit Cavs win. Winning on the road is really the last hurdle for this young group.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on May 21, 2018, 09:36:53 AM
Let's GO Celts. It will be a battle but let's show the world who you are!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 09:39:05 AM
Hopefully it's not Tony Brothers, Scott Foster, and Marc Davis or we can just gift wrap this game to the Cavs.

It’s Scott Foster, Bill Kennedy, and Eric Lewis tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:39:35 AM
Scott Foster
Bill Kennedy
Eric Lewis

These are the refs tonight. Looks like a tied series.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jambr380 on May 21, 2018, 09:43:06 AM
Oh, Gawd - that's too bad. I was actually hoping to get the Foster grouping in game 3 since that seemed like a game the Cs never had a chance of winning anyway. Having a severe disadvantage tonight makes it much worse. Bummer. Maybe the Cs can pull this one out...maybe.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:46:26 AM
James will shoot 20 FTS and boston will have key guys in early foul trouble. NBA is rigged to get James to the finals.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 21, 2018, 12:30:45 PM
Scott Foster
Bill Kennedy
Eric Lewis

These are the refs tonight. Looks like a tied series.

Ohhh Bill Kennedy hates the Celtics too. Scott Foster is the killer. Yup it will be a tough game tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: FLCeltsFan on May 21, 2018, 01:06:37 PM
And what is worse is that they split Foster and Brothers up so we still have a Tony Brothers game coming.  UGH!!!! 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 01:12:43 PM
Lets turn it back up and respond after massacre!

I predict a cavs win!

lets see what stevens and crew can do to prove me wrong!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 01:56:17 PM
We need to start with better energy. And please for the love of all let's not jack up contested 3s all game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: LilRip on May 21, 2018, 02:26:08 PM
Not confident in the team’s ability to get it done but here’s to hoping! If we lose, I hope it’s by single digits. The most likely outcome, imo is around a 15-point loss. But stealing one at the Q would be sweet!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 02:37:03 PM
Not going to lie, I'm feeling really nervous about this game. I have faith the C's will play better than they did in Game 3, but it still just feels like Cleveland may win this by 10-15 points at the Q. Road games are never easy. Either way, we're going to have to pull out a full 48-minute effort and can't afford to have large stretches of lackluster play (meaning no scoring and/or unable to stop Cleveland from scoring every trip down). Also, keep driving and quit settling for long 2's every time down. That will put Cleveland's defense on their heels, and it can also help generate open look 3's for us which hopefully we can knock down at a good rate tonight.

Morris HAS to have a better all-around game tonight, both on defense and on offense. Quit settling on iso-shots and keep the ball moving. If Morris has another mediocre game, we're doomed. Would be nice if Scary Terry could become scary again in a road game. Still waiting for that "break out" road game from Terry.

We're also going to have to just suck it up and deal with the refs (Foster). Unfortunately it may mean someone (or multiple players) get in foul trouble early in the game. Can't let that rattle us, and got to start off faster. If we fall behind by double digits early, it'll be a long night again. If Jaylen is allowed to play aggressive and play with confidence like in Games 1 and 2, we got a good shot. May need 20+ points from Tatum tonight too. Hope this team proves me wrong and steals one at the Q!

LETS GO C'S!!  8)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Fafnir on May 21, 2018, 02:38:31 PM
Already starting to get some nervous energy, still a long way to go.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 02:52:42 PM
Like pretty much everyone else here...really unsettled about tonight. I can see a Cleveland win more than a Boston win. I hope I am wrong..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: footey on May 21, 2018, 03:29:30 PM
After losing by 30 and getting beat in nearly all facets, difficult to garner much hope. My preservation instincts kicking in, preparing for the worst.

Don’t mind losing, just don’t want another whipping. That would be demoralizing and tough to shake come Wednesday.

Biggest concern besides Lebron is not having a counter to Thompson covering Horford.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: dwlefty13 on May 21, 2018, 03:37:46 PM
We responding tonight and getting that dub! C Us Rise let's get it Celtics!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 03:44:16 PM
Like pretty much everyone else here...really unsettled about tonight. I can see a Cleveland win more than a Boston win. I hope I am wrong..

I feel better about tonight than I did on Sat. It's a bad combo of playing game 3 on the rd against a desperate team.

They just need to settle down and take good, smart shots.

Celts by 8. 

Book it.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: fairweatherfan on May 21, 2018, 03:59:51 PM
How we come back from getting our first real whipping since Game 3 Milwaukee is going to say a lot about this team and how ready they are to genuinely contend.  My hope is we play well enough to at least have a chance to win.  Then I hope like hell we grab that chance and run with it.  Go Celtics!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 04:31:52 PM
Lets win
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: smokeablount on May 21, 2018, 04:45:22 PM
Heart says we win a close one, head says we lose by 8-14 points. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boris Badenov on May 21, 2018, 04:46:09 PM
Like pretty much everyone else here...really unsettled about tonight. I can see a Cleveland win more than a Boston win. I hope I am wrong..

I feel better about tonight than I did on Sat. It's a bad combo of playing game 3 on the rd against a desperate team.

They just need to settle down and take good, smart shots.

Celts by 8. 

Book it.

You may want to rethink your choice of words there.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 05:25:33 PM
Scott Foster
Bill Kennedy
Eric Lewis

These are the refs tonight. Looks like a tied series.

So essentially this?

(https://media0.giphy.com/media/11gC4odpiRKuha/giphy.gif)

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:15:21 PM
Heart palpitations waiting!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:17:51 PM
expect the worst

hope for the best

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 08:18:45 PM
Tonight we find out what this Celtics team is made of.

Let's Go Celtics!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:20:29 PM
regardless what happens i am drinking some yeungling

and munching on some buffalo wild wings boneless thai curry flavor   :P
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:23:40 PM
(https://preview.ibb.co/kQkXt8/IMG_3845.jpg)

look what came in the mail today for me!
Go Cs!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:27:04 PM
(https://preview.ibb.co/kQkXt8/IMG_3845.jpg)

look what came in the mail today for me!
Go Cs!
nice
i ordered mine also. a black one. i got the black ITS NOT LUCK LAST YEAR.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 21, 2018, 08:27:47 PM
I'm expecting a much better performance from the Celtics tonight, win or not.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:30:28 PM
I'm expecting a much better performance from the Celtics tonight, win or not.

i expect the worst and hope for the best

lets see if we even show up tonight or chose to stay in the hotel bar
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 08:30:45 PM
Last game was pathetic, but that was a rare performance from the Celtics. They almost always play hard and most of the time smart.

Still feels like all the pressure is on Cleveland - in terms of the series and this game. Even if Cleveland maintains home court, as long as tonight is a close game, I like the Celtics chances at home still. Ultimately, the Cavs are supposed to win this series. Anything else would likely result in total team dissolution.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:31:00 PM
(https://preview.ibb.co/kQkXt8/IMG_3845.jpg)

look what came in the mail today for me!
Go Cs!
nice
i ordered mine also. a black one. i got the black ITS NOT LUCK LAST YEAR.

awesome.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 08:31:02 PM
As an absolute minimum we need to START WELL. Especially on the defensive end. We can't lose this game in the 1st quarter again
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 08:31:43 PM
(https://preview.ibb.co/kQkXt8/IMG_3845.jpg)

look what came in the mail today for me!
Go Cs!

Nice!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:32:05 PM
As an absolute minimum we need to START WELL. Especially on the defensive end. We can't lose this game in the 1st quarter again

you are NOT wrong lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 08:32:45 PM
as bad as the dread of another bad start tonight is having to listen to the ESPN Lebron-fanatics again tonight on the broadcast.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 08:33:25 PM
as bad as the dread of another bad start tonight is having to listen to the ESPN Lebron-fanatics again tonight on the broadcast.

Mark Jackson is in full knee pad mode!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 08:34:25 PM
expect the worst

hope for the best

It's certainly as to how I live my life ;D.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:35:38 PM
these announcers are a joke. CELTICS WITH A CHANCE TO TAKE A COMMANDING LEAD BEFORE A RAUCOUS SOLD OUT CROWD!!!!!!!!!

RAUCOUS??

(https://i.imgur.com/FMDw3WB.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:35:44 PM
Jackson looks like he is packing on some extra weight! That close up filled my 80 inch screen!!😁
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 08:35:50 PM
as bad as the dread of another bad start tonight is having to listen to the ESPN Lebron-fanatics again tonight on the broadcast.

Mark Jackson is in full knee pad mode!

Sound off, one two

Sound off, three four

;D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 08:36:11 PM
as bad as the dread of another bad start tonight is having to listen to the ESPN Lebron-fanatics again tonight on the broadcast.

Mark Jackson is in full knee pad mode!
his lip gloss has already worn off from all the buttkissing he's done just in the pre-game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:36:12 PM
Pouring some red, ready for a miracle!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 08:36:19 PM
Let’s go Celtics!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 08:37:04 PM
Pouring some red, ready for a miracle!!

Strong color choice ;) ;D.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:37:58 PM
these announcers are a joke. CELTICS WITH A CHANCE TO TAKE A COMMANDING LEAD BEFORE A RAUCOUS SOLD OUT CROWD!!!!!!!!!

RAUCOUS??

(https://i.imgur.com/FMDw3WB.gif)

I HATE ESPN

pure garbage these playoffs

TNT put them to shame...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 08:38:02 PM
Pouring some red, ready for a miracle!!

This is a box of wine night.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:38:19 PM
Pouring some red, ready for a miracle!!

Strong color choice ;) ;D.

😁- Here is hoping that is the mood in that arena after the game- lets hope they are all seeing red!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 08:38:40 PM
regardless what happens i am drinking some yeungling

and munching on some buffalo wild wings boneless thai curry flavor   :P

He was pretty saucy last night, hehe ;D.
Title: !
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:39:03 PM
Pouring some red, ready for a miracle!!

This is a box of wine night.

nothing says classy like wine in a box!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on May 21, 2018, 08:39:30 PM
Trying to make sure I've got some intestinal fortitude and patience to watch this . . .  :o  and follow the game thread. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:39:58 PM
regardless what happens i am drinking some yeungling

and munching on some buffalo wild wings boneless thai curry flavor   :P

He was pretty saucy last night, hehe ;D.

now now u stop talking about my buddy hwangjii or whatever his name is here. LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:40:07 PM
Predicting a Brown going off game- 33 points and one dunk that will shake Cleveland in early going-

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:40:29 PM
Let's go C's! Let's get off to a better start than Saturday night!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 08:41:06 PM
Feeling good about tonight. Celtics to take control of the series tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:41:18 PM
I threw my old lab a green ball before the game! Good omen- he only wanted to chase it four times- like 4 Celtics wins this series
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:41:27 PM
GOOD GOD here we gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 08:41:49 PM
Go Celtics!   Stay in this early. 
Title: Re: !
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 08:41:57 PM
Pouring some red, ready for a miracle!!

This is a box of wine night.

nothing says classy like wine in a box!!!

It says it all!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:42:00 PM
THAT CROWD IS A JOKE. JOKE I SAY STOP LYING ESPN
Title: Re: !
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:42:30 PM
Pouring some red, ready for a miracle!!

This is a box of wine night.

nothing says classy like wine in a box!!!

It says it all!

I think it spells....victory!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 08:42:46 PM
Lol guess the refs don’t wanna see us get a chance
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 08:42:47 PM
Misse layup to start. But good move.
Title: Re: !
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 08:42:53 PM
Pouring some red, ready for a miracle!!

This is a box of wine night.

nothing says classy like wine in a box!!!

It says it all!

I think it spells....victory!

It smells like victory!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:43:02 PM
Hmmm, already starting. How is that not a foul on Thompson on the Horford upfake??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 08:43:14 PM
seemed like Al was mugged a bit before the shot
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:43:17 PM
Al -ugh-
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 08:43:39 PM
Morris could have got that loose ball on the first possession
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:43:47 PM
i like going to the rim though!!!
keep it up al
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boris Badenov on May 21, 2018, 08:43:57 PM
Celts are winning this one. You can tell the intensity is there on both ends.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on May 21, 2018, 08:44:09 PM
We still have the yips
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:44:20 PM
GET JB OFF BRON THIS EARLY
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:44:25 PM
like three shots in paint at least
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 08:44:34 PM
Thompson. uhhhh
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:44:38 PM
That's a foul on Morris, yet Al gets Thompson in the air on the other end with no call?  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 08:44:49 PM
Nice to see Morris with an early dunk.  It's important for him to get off to a good start.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 08:45:10 PM
Guys, we got a call!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 08:45:12 PM
Go Al!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 08:45:16 PM
regardless what happens i am drinking some yeungling

and munching on some buffalo wild wings boneless thai curry flavor   :P

He was pretty saucy last night, hehe ;D.

now now u stop talking about my buddy hwangjii or whatever his name is here. LOL

Lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 08:45:34 PM
Finish one Al!

  But very nice to see them going to the rim.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 08:45:39 PM
Good move Al, but not sure how you blew that dunk.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 08:45:46 PM
Is that the kind of contact they're gonna call for fouls? It'll be a slow game if that's the case
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 08:45:48 PM
I didn't think they'd call that but Al's shooting like crap already
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 08:45:52 PM
Taking it to the hoop. Nice.  We need more of that this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:46:00 PM
Al is going agg to start
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 08:46:12 PM
Man JR is terrrrible
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:46:25 PM
Nice MOrris! Good to see him get going early.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 08:46:32 PM

all man!


nice move AL.but dont miss dunks
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:46:35 PM
good things happen when we are aggressive on offense.
keep doing it!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 08:46:52 PM
2 lay-ups and a dunk missed.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 08:46:57 PM
Finish the layups guys
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:47:07 PM
Lol silly Brown... Foster doesn't call fouls on Lebron  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:47:09 PM
FINISH AT THE RIM JAYLEN GEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEZ
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 08:47:24 PM
Morris!!!

right on!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:47:36 PM
2 lay-ups and a dunk missed.

terrible
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 08:47:53 PM
Cavs keep doing 3 second violation. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 08:48:06 PM
Keep attacking Love
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:48:38 PM
God I hate Tatum on Smith. He simply can't guard shooters like that out on the perimeter, especially off of picks.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 08:48:58 PM
BROWN!!!

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:49:05 PM
love the start and strategy

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:49:06 PM
good job Brown.  Attack the rim
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 08:49:15 PM
Grrr -- Jaylen -- hate that foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:49:19 PM
TT on rozier down low? SMH
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:49:39 PM
STOP THE STUPID SWITCHES ON TT
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 08:49:42 PM
Another cheapie on Jaylen!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:50:15 PM
that was a garbage call on Jaylen.  that wasn't a foul
man.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 08:50:16 PM
STOP THE STUPID SWITCHES ON TT

Tp!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 08:50:26 PM
Morris is going to shoot us out of the playoffs
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:50:39 PM
GET OUT ON FREAKING SMITH YOU IDIOTS!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Spilling Green Dye on May 21, 2018, 08:50:53 PM
Time to get SMart in there.. Terry is being abused
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:51:52 PM
iso crap for morris- [dang]

smith killing us now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 08:51:53 PM
C's looking scared on offense now. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 08:51:54 PM
SCORE AT THE FREAKIN RING
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 08:52:02 PM
ANOTHER BAD CALL!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 08:52:03 PM
Holy Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ing double standard, Batman!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 08:52:04 PM
o boy!!

smh

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 08:52:10 PM
how is that not a foul? 

I stand corrected -- another blown bunny. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 08:52:16 PM
Ha, god the decision making on that JR Smith way downtown 3 pointer.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 08:52:18 PM
I still like the hustle from jay tay
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:52:23 PM
TWRRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE we cananot make DUNKS

lebron gets a layup and one OH well
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 08:52:26 PM
Multiple missed dunks and layups

Can’t win when we’re playing like amateurs
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 08:52:35 PM
Unbelievable.  BS call from the refs then a blown opportunity.  C's look terrible again.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 08:52:36 PM
dude clearly out
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 08:52:39 PM
These refs are awful
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 08:52:40 PM
Two missed dunks already. We cannot afford that away.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:52:46 PM
we are regressing back to last game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Thruthelookingglass on May 21, 2018, 08:52:47 PM
man, we gotta watch out.  ticky tack fouls and botched shots.  Thank goodness a timeout.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 08:52:55 PM
Why don't the refs just say they are fixing the game at the get go to save me watching this crap!?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:53:04 PM
here comes the give Lebron the game calls
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 08:53:05 PM
REALLY frustrating.  2 missed lay-ups; 2 missed dunks.  C's should be up but are down 6.


Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Birdman on May 21, 2018, 08:53:11 PM
I said cavs win by 17 and i still do
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 08:53:13 PM
dude clearly out

CLEARLY
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:53:17 PM
Multiple missed dunks and layups

Can’t win when we’re playing like amateurs

yeah if we cannot make those they are done like dinner. GOD AWFUL

HAVE TO MAKE THOSE
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 08:53:25 PM
we are regressing back to last game
yup, they're tightening up with each trip up the court.  missing layups and dunks. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 08:53:26 PM
how many steps lebron took on that move?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 08:53:39 PM
Not the greatest dunk attempt from the young man should have known Tristan would be a nuisance
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:53:39 PM
More different standards of officiating tonight I see.

And I mean, these are supposed to be professional refs. They don't even know the rules about the ref being an extension of the court when he was CLEARLY out of bounds??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 08:53:43 PM
We're getting good shots at the rim. That is positive.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Spilling Green Dye on May 21, 2018, 08:53:50 PM
I like that the Celtics are getting to the rim.  Those will go in.. gotta keep trying.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:54:08 PM
LETS SEE IF WE CAN HOLD IT UNDER 10 now. cavs have all the MOMENTUM
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:54:14 PM
pretty sure someone buttered our rim
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 08:54:34 PM
I said cavs win by 17 and i still do

i predicted a cavs win also? so what? who cares?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 08:54:38 PM
Bad enough that one referee who was CLEARLY out of bounds thought himself inbounds.  But compound that with Scott Foster's incompetence to confirm that call and you have NBA caliber officiating.  Just embarrassingly bad.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 08:54:42 PM
pretty sure someone buttered our rim

that didnt sound good 😁
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 08:54:47 PM
horrible officiating those last few plays
1) official was out of bounds when the ball hit him, it wasn't even close
2) Lebron wasn't even touched by Morris there

if that was a foul on Morris, then it was def a foul on TT on the Tatum dunk attempt.

garbage officiating. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 08:54:57 PM
C'S on a new level!!

we are doin better than last game fam
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 08:54:58 PM
More different standards of officiating tonight I see.

And I mean, these are supposed to be professional refs. They don't even know the rules about the ref being an extension of the court when he was CLEARLY out of bounds??

It's even worse - they knew the rule but the guy insisted he was still in bounds
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 08:54:59 PM
Can’t let this get to double digits after one
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 08:55:00 PM
More different standards of officiating tonight I see.

And I mean, these are supposed to be professional refs. They don't even know the rules about the ref being an extension of the court when he was CLEARLY out of bounds??
They’re so bad it’s not worth getting worked up about

But

They’re the most infuriatingly incompetent loser officials I’ve ever seen too....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 08:55:16 PM
REALLY frustrating.  2 missed lay-ups; 2 missed dunks.  C's should be up but are down 6.

2 missed fouls and 1 missed referee out of bounds.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 08:55:30 PM
STOP THE STUPID SWITCHES ON TT

Fixed ;D.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 08:55:32 PM
We have to be more decisive with shots
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 08:58:15 PM
Well, that certainly looked like it hit off the refs, but apparently not. Good no-call ref.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 08:58:16 PM
Don't see any big problem with referee... yet. Just too many layups missed. You cant go to the finals this way
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:00:02 PM
we deserved to have one go our way
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 09:00:02 PM
That is a ridiculous shot by LeBron. Two tough fallaway jumpers going sideaways and away from the basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:00:02 PM
Jesus Christ, Brad, can you really not reign in these dumb freaking Smart threes?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:00:02 PM
Smart long ball crap-
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:00:02 PM
Smart stop shooting early in the shot clock!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:00:04 PM
found money

ill pick it up and spend it!!

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:00:36 PM
Marcus Smart is simply incapable of good shot selection
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 09:00:48 PM
Someone is going to have to start hitting threes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:00:59 PM
Smart should be the last person shooting threes
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:01:01 PM
Well, that certainly looked like it hit off the refs, but apparently not. Good no-call ref.

Yeah, I gotta admit that I was wrong on that one too...

that sucks because I want to be mad at the refs!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:01:12 PM
That "charge" on Thompson and flop by Rozier is a prime example of NBA officials' incompetence lol That was just a brutal call that Kennedy completely fell for.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 09:01:17 PM
Jesus Christ, Brad, can you really not reign in these dumb freaking Smart threes?

He usually starts hitting at some point. But it's becoming very worrisome.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:01:17 PM
Ughhhh why is Marcus Smart shooting threes even a part of our offence. No matter how open he’s a terrible shooter. It would be like if a team was okay with Dwight going to the line as a part of their offence
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:01:18 PM
love Smart but right now I'd bench him for the game.  nothing but stupid play since he went in the game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 09:01:20 PM
Smart long ball crap-

Back to back early in the shot clock three point misses by Smart. This is not good offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:01:22 PM
somebody get ownership to fix the garbage servers here.

people need to lose their jobs
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:01:24 PM
Just more stupid basketball from the C's.

I'd love to see us switch up our PnR coverage once in a while.  It's blatantly clear that Cleveland is just seeking out switches and exploiting the mismatch.  Throw a wrinkle in there once in a while Brad.  What we're doing now is not working.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:01:35 PM
Marcus Smart is simply incapable of good shot selection
Someone needs to tell him he’s not Steph Curry
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:01:37 PM
Well, that certainly looked like it hit off the refs, but apparently not. Good no-call ref.

Yeah, I gotta admit that I was wrong on that one too...

that sucks because I want to be mad at the refs!!!!

Me too!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:01:50 PM
found money

ill pick it up and spend it!!

*sippin*

I would like to double our found money- like two more times this series!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:02:20 PM
An iso Smart possession and two long Smart 3's in 2 minutes of playing time from him.  Yeah we're not going to win like that. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 09:02:21 PM
It really feels like the only reason this team won a road game is because Philly out dumbed them. The shots don't fall and then they become tentative.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:02:22 PM
Great reception by Lebron even with 2 C's (including Smart) playing corner/safety.

C's need a run to weather this quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 09:02:27 PM
Cavs always play pnr on rozier... always. We have no amswer... please BS do something

If you want go to finals you have to make those shots. I really miss irving now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:02:40 PM
Jesus Christ, Brad, can you really not reign in these dumb freaking Smart threes?

He usually starts hitting at some point. But it's becoming very worrisome.

He's trying to be a sparkplug but that's just not his game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RGow8 on May 21, 2018, 09:02:42 PM
Can we please get Brown the ball more on offense instead of Rozier and Smart chucking jumpers? They need to be better point guards.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:03:13 PM
once this celtics team can play smart ball for 4 quarters we will be unstoppable.

why do we keep going back to stupid ball?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 09:03:14 PM
love Smart but right now I'd bench him for the game.  nothing but stupid play since he went in the game

Agreed.  We were taking the ball to the hoop before he came in.  Not with much success, but we need to continue doing that.  He's not just missing, but is taking us out of our offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:03:24 PM
Just more stupid basketball from the C's.

I'd love to see us switch up our PnR coverage once in a while.  It's blatantly clear that Cleveland is just seeking out switches and exploiting the mismatch.  Throw a wrinkle in there once in a while Brad.  What we're doing now is not working.

Yep, and worse than that, they're not even forcing the switches. We're just walking right into it...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:03:28 PM
Just more stupid basketball from the C's.

I'd love to see us switch up our PnR coverage once in a while.  It's blatantly clear that Cleveland is just seeking out switches and exploiting the mismatch.  Throw a wrinkle in there once in a while Brad.  What we're doing now is not working.

Yeah cavs are exploiting the switches.  Terry getting caught a lot on Lebron or TT.  We can't have Rozier one on one defending Lebron / Love / TT in the post, gotta fight through the screens and at least keep the appropriate defender on them.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Frezz on May 21, 2018, 09:03:37 PM
Marcus Smart making himself more affordable for the Celtics going forward with each passing game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:03:46 PM
Cavs quicker to the ball all quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:03:55 PM
Great reception by Lebron even with 2 C's (including Smart) playing corner/safety.

C's need a run to weather this quarter.

we need a run down 8 or we will be blown out again. we cannot get or hold a lead in cleveland
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 09:03:57 PM
Ojeleye has been our best player so far.  Yikes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:04:11 PM
15 points in the 1st quarter...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:04:15 PM
Tatum was hacked-
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:04:26 PM
Already looks like a long night.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:04:41 PM
Thank you Aaron
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:04:55 PM
Didn’t buy into the home and away narrative...but this team looks nothing like the one in games one and two
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:05:07 PM
Marcus Smart making himself more affordable for the Celtics going forward with each passing game.

Huh ?

You did see him win game 2 for us with three huge plays in the second half, right ?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:05:12 PM
Morris pretty much done for tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:05:22 PM
MM with 3 fouls already, two of them very soft calls by playoff standards. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 21, 2018, 09:05:37 PM
This is when the Celtics need Kyrie. They need a shot maker.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:05:43 PM
Mook with his third ::)

It’s almost as if it’s common knowledge he’s the best LBJ defender on our team.....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:05:44 PM
Three fouls are ready for Morris :-[
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:06:02 PM
And there is the big foul trouble we all expected
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:06:03 PM
Come on Smart what are you doing
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 09:06:10 PM
Smart has been terrible these last two games. Jesus.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:06:12 PM
PULL UR HEAD OUT UR RECTUM SMART
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:06:14 PM
Jesus Smart.  Just go sit on the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:06:15 PM
foul hell already
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 09:06:15 PM
That is a bad omen from Smart right there. Not looking good.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: esel1000 on May 21, 2018, 09:06:19 PM
Man Smart is playing like such an idiot
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:06:29 PM
Smart having a nightmare of a game this is where we feel the loss of Shane Larkin As an extra body
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:06:38 PM
We are really missing Larkin...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Birdman on May 21, 2018, 09:06:48 PM
once this celtics team can play smart ball for 4 quarters we will be unstoppable. Thought u said cavs will win..make up ur mind..

why do we keep going back to stupid ball?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:06:48 PM
that was a garbage call on Morris though... really in the playoffs???
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:06:54 PM
Smart having a nightmare of a game this is where we feel the loss of Shane Larkin As an extra body

YES!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: greece66 on May 21, 2018, 09:07:00 PM
Is it just me, or is this the first time in Stevens' career that he looks nervous?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:07:03 PM
Unless things improve and Boston wakes up... game five is going to be the Series
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:07:07 PM
This is absolutely what we did not need to do - have a slow start.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 09:07:07 PM
This is when the Celtics need Kyrie. They need a shot maker.

Absolutely.  TP.  Gordon too.  The trade threads about trading Kyrie are silly.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:07:08 PM
Mook with his third ::)

It’s almost as if it’s common knowledge he’s the best LBJ defender on our team.....

Yeah, if anyone thinks that's just a coincidence, they're fooling themselves.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:07:17 PM
Did Korver just block JB
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:07:24 PM
i thought bard would have had us better prepped??

doing same stupid crap? GENIUS!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:07:39 PM
Korver is like 13 years older than brown and brown just got blocked by him
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:07:40 PM
If they push this lead past 12 soon, we're doomed.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:07:51 PM
Here we go again we really can’t be beaten in transition
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Frezz on May 21, 2018, 09:07:54 PM
Marcus Smart making himself more affordable for the Celtics going forward with each passing game.

Huh ?

You did see him win game 2 for us with three huge plays in the second half, right ?

I did. He played very well in game 2. Have you seen him play at all literally every other game?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:07:54 PM
Lol I love that there's apparently a completely different standard of what constitutes a foul on our end than their end. 7 - 3 on fouls  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:07:58 PM
so frustrated- we blew so many chances early on and are folding badly
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:07:58 PM
Hitting our 3s after the whistle nicely
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Birdman on May 21, 2018, 09:08:17 PM
i thought bard would have had us better prepped??

doing same stupid crap? GENIUS!
thought u said cavs win tonight...make up ur mind
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:08:17 PM
Feels like a re run of game three

Boston just playing with fire daring Lebron to win a game in Boston
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:08:20 PM
Unless things improve and Boston wakes up... game five is going to be the Series

and we will be ripe for the picking as the cavs will have all  momentum
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:08:41 PM
Maybe Morris will foul out by half-
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: esel1000 on May 21, 2018, 09:08:44 PM
And I was worried I’d stay up too late watching this
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:08:49 PM
Way to not be ready for the pass MM.  Trash.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:08:52 PM
Did Korver just block JB

It would have been called a foul on the other end
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: trickybilly on May 21, 2018, 09:08:54 PM
OK, we just need to get crazy hot here..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:09:00 PM
this is worse than game 3, we had all that game tape from game 3 to correct this crap.  We don't deserve to win if we cant win better than this.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:09:01 PM
Fantastic hustle play by Jaylen!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:09:06 PM
Lol I love that there's apparently a completely different standard of what constitutes a foul on our end than their end. 7 - 3 on fouls  ::)

Scott Foster man. We knew it was coming

Going to be worse with Brothers in game five
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:09:08 PM
Wow Smart is always 1 more pass away from making the right play...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:09:11 PM
If they push this lead past 12 soon, we're doomed.

i think we are done anyway until i see differently

we are not a smart team
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 09:09:14 PM
Inexcusable
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:09:19 PM
Smart is going to shoot us out of this game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RGow8 on May 21, 2018, 09:09:23 PM
For some reason Tatum brought his man to the paint and then didn't clear out when they were running an ISO post up for Brown.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:09:32 PM
Did Korver just block JB

It would have been called a foul on the other end
Flagrant!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:09:44 PM
Jesus Christ, we've almost literally done every thing that we can wrong this quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:09:51 PM
this is why we need Kyrie- to stop bad offensive runs on the road in big playoff games
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:09:53 PM
Down 14. Another blowout


Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 09:10:12 PM
"That's great technique". Sure, if you're a linebacker.

What a load of nonsense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:10:14 PM
Lol I love that there's apparently a completely different standard of what constitutes a foul on our end than their end. 7 - 3 on fouls  ::)

Scott Foster man. We knew it was coming

Going to be worse with Brothers in game five

and brad is still silent instead of stepping up and playing politics and calling them out to help us in next game hey BRAD oh nevermind
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:10:15 PM
I guess I have to admit - this is why we need Irving (and Hayward). these games where we struggle so bad offensively are painful to watch.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:10:20 PM
How was that not a foul on Thompson??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 09:10:37 PM
Bunch of kids getting punked.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:10:44 PM
Defense and BBIQ are non-existant this quarter. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:10:46 PM
This team is a joke on the road. Absolutely pathetic effort.
 
I hope they’re ashamed
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:11:01 PM
Another forgettable first quarter They definitely look rattled
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:11:09 PM
We're on to Game 5...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:11:21 PM
BE A MAN BRAD

TAKE THE FINE

CALL OUT REFS BEFORE THIS [dang] SERIES IS OVER AND U KEEP BENDING OVER TAKING THIS SCREWING
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:11:22 PM
How was that not a foul on Thompson??

CAVS>>>
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:11:28 PM
Brown you idiot.  USE THE CLOCK.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:11:28 PM
ARE YOU FREAKIN KIDDING ME
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:11:30 PM
We are making Thompson look like Russell
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: The One on May 21, 2018, 09:11:42 PM
Celtics are shook!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:11:44 PM
You've really got to be kidding me.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:11:48 PM
we just have completely forgotten everything we ever did earlier in the playoffs to get this point
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:11:51 PM
GAME OVER

WE CANNOT EVEN MAKE A DUNK??

LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:11:54 PM
How was that not a foul on Thompson??

Jersey color
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 09:11:55 PM
Totally awful!!!

We deserve to lose
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 09:12:03 PM
I might vomit.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:12:04 PM
Brown you're wide open. Bring it in with both hands
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:12:12 PM
Scream at these guys Brad. Pathetic!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:12:17 PM
Brad has this team completely unprepared for this game. Absolutely no switch to the defensive scheme that killed us in game 3, and he's simply living with us getting absolutely murdered on switches without making any adjustments. Completely being outcoached these past five quarters.

And apparently dunks and layups are just incapable of being finished tonight...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:12:19 PM
wow

missin dunks!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 09:12:24 PM
Yea let’s stop talking about trading kyrie and Hayward  ::)p
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:12:25 PM
Wow- we absolutely stink
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:12:28 PM
Just lay it up instead of going for flashy dunks in traffic
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 09:12:31 PM
The kids are playing like kids right now. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:12:34 PM
We're on to Game 5...

see u in boston. cavs win there its over

KEEP BEING QUIET BRAD U FRICKING.........................
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:12:44 PM
Brad needs to bench the whole starting unit and Smart.  embarrassing out there.  this game is rapidly spinning out of control.  need to send a message to the team to get it together
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 09:12:50 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:12:55 PM
And where the hell is Horford at? Dude has been no-existent since coming to Cleveland.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: The One on May 21, 2018, 09:12:57 PM
But let’s trade Kyrie and Gordon!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:13:07 PM
We're going to get blown out again.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 09:13:07 PM
wow

missin dunks!!!!!


And getting blocked ny guys like Korver!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 21, 2018, 09:13:17 PM
refs just not even allowing us to drive to the hoop
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 09:13:22 PM
Lol more horrendous basketball. Since I've turned in, two horrible Smart bricks, Tatum can't buy anything, and brown getting stuffed and missing dunks.

Forfeit at half
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 09:13:22 PM
Mike Breen's fandom for the Cavs whenever they do something is good is too much.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jiri Welsch on May 21, 2018, 09:13:28 PM
I want to throw a brick through a window
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Big333223 on May 21, 2018, 09:13:36 PM
Pretty much every Celtic forces shots right now and they're all getting blocked at the rim.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:13:44 PM
BE A MAN BRAD

TAKE THE FINE

CALL OUT REFS BEFORE THIS [dang] SERIES IS OVER AND U KEEP BENDING OVER TAKING THIS SCREWING
TP. Absolutely !!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:13:48 PM
And where the hell is Horford at? Dude has been no-existent since coming to Cleveland.
Tristan Thompson is completely shutting him down
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:13:51 PM
Brad has this team completely unprepared for this game. Absolutely no switch to the defensive scheme that killed us in game 3, and he's simply living with us getting absolutely murdered on switches without making any adjustments. Completely being outcoached these past five quarters.

And apparently dunks and layups are just incapable of being finished tonight...
Yep. The dunks and layups hurt, but Brads horrible stubborn attitude on defence hurts more 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 09:13:53 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/NUZ5OqHdbknHa/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:13:56 PM
What a miserable quarter. C's having a hard time finishing at the rim. They're not getting calls, and the Cavs perimeter players are playing well on D. Stevens gotta switch it up.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 21, 2018, 09:13:57 PM
3 missed dunks.  Celtics playing too tense.

Offense was cold.  Which is not that bad.  But allowing the Cavs to go off for 34?  That's just bad defense.

Celtics need to get their act together there.

BTW Rozier defending Lebron is NEVER going to work!  I saw too many of those matchups for my taste!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jiri Welsch on May 21, 2018, 09:14:00 PM
Mike Breen's fandom for the Cavs whenever they do something is good is too much.

Breen is actually in a text thread with some guys I know and it’s exclusively for celtics fans
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:14:00 PM
Brad has this team completely unprepared for this game. Absolutely no switch to the defensive scheme that killed us in game 3, and he's simply living with us getting absolutely murdered on switches without making any adjustments. Completely being outcoached these past five quarters.

And apparently dunks and layups are just incapable of being finished tonight...
usually not concerned with Brad's coaching but he's been totally outcoached by Lue the past 2 games. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:14:10 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 09:14:15 PM
Over/under lead at least 20 by the half?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:14:22 PM
We're going to get blown out again.

I think we are getting blown out already 😐🤢
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 09:14:28 PM
Ok I am here now..let’s GO CELTICS
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:14:34 PM
Has any team  ever come back from 2 blowout consecutive playoff games
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 09:14:36 PM
Brown has hands like Patrick Chewing ::), and the rest of these guys are morons, as well.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:14:49 PM
Watching this effort... who is this team??

(https://media0.giphy.com/media/d2lcHJTG5Tscg/200.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 09:14:50 PM
Did they pay full tickets or only 1/4?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:14:54 PM
That was one of the more inept first quarters I’ve seen Virtually no improvement from game three
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 09:15:00 PM
I told Brad to spend some Ts on saturday
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:15:07 PM
Mike Breen's fandom for the Cavs whenever they do something is good is too much.
Jackson and Breen is one of the least likeable duos in commentary. I think they’d both propose to Lebron if given the chance
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 09:15:09 PM
Brad has this team completely unprepared for this game. Absolutely no switch to the defensive scheme that killed us in game 3, and he's simply living with us getting absolutely murdered on switches without making any adjustments. Completely being outcoached these past five quarters.

And apparently dunks and layups are just incapable of being finished tonight...

You can prep these guys to infinity and beyond, they still have to come out here and execute. Short of ripping off his dress shirt to reveal a green jersey, I'm not sure what Brad's supposed to do.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Frezz on May 21, 2018, 09:15:14 PM
Roxier, Ojele, Nader, Yabusele and Monroe should be the lineup right now. No one else deserves to see the floor.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 09:15:16 PM
Jaylen and Marcus are playing like morons..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:15:20 PM
Bad enough that the Cavs extended the lead while LeBron got rest.  What a pathetic showing.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:15:25 PM
rock you like a hurricane

on mits ad
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 09:15:26 PM
ha!!! yabusele has more points than tatum and brown combined!!  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Atzar on May 21, 2018, 09:15:27 PM
The effort is there for the most part.  Just playing poorly and making dumb decisions.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:15:56 PM
we do not have an alpha on road that is willing to take over- too young for Brown or Tatum it seems and Al is vanishing against Bill Russell
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 09:15:57 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:16:04 PM
What makes me mad is, Cleveland's crowd isn't even that hostile. Yet we look so out of sync still...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: colincb on May 21, 2018, 09:16:13 PM
Blew 2 dunks, Brown got blocked by Korver, and Smart's shot 3 3-pointers in 4 minutes.

Hero ball all-around. No heroes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:16:15 PM
Bench Brown
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:16:20 PM
Wow. Korver has like 3 blocks on brown
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:16:23 PM
BE A MAN BRAD

TAKE THE FINE

CALL OUT REFS BEFORE THIS [dang] SERIES IS OVER AND U KEEP BENDING OVER TAKING THIS SCREWING
TP. Absolutely !!

he is scared to play politics and his team will suffer for it
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 09:16:38 PM
Why are we watching this?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 09:16:43 PM
Brown you suck. Get mad man!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Atzar on May 21, 2018, 09:16:45 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:16:49 PM
How have you not benched Smart yet Brad? 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:16:50 PM
star lord landed in on Jurassic park

thanos must be in there

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:16:58 PM
The problem is all our guys have tunnel vision. No one can buy an assist so we have 1 pass then a predictable play. Iso play after ISO play after ISo play
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:17:03 PM
Really? Now Korver is suddenly Kawhi Leonard...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:17:05 PM
Why are we watching this?
I ask myself this a lot
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:17:34 PM
Hoped this would last more than a quarter.  Disappointing.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 09:17:35 PM
What a shame. 3.15 am here... i go to bed. We do not deserve the finals
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:17:36 PM
You don’t have anyone to go to  for points  with Tatum and brown struggling
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: nickagneta on May 21, 2018, 09:17:39 PM
How many shots within 3 feet can one team miss?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 21, 2018, 09:17:41 PM
hard to watch the nba half the time
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Frezz on May 21, 2018, 09:17:56 PM
Really? Now Korver is suddenly Kawhi Leonard...

No. Jaylen is just soft as tissue paper.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:18:09 PM
Really? Now Korver is suddenly Kawhi Leonard...
Helped by JB playing like he’s in the G-League
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: greece66 on May 21, 2018, 09:18:11 PM
patience
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:18:15 PM
The problem is all our guys have tunnel vision. No one can buy an assist so we have 1 pass then a predictable play. Iso play after ISO play after ISo play

I feel like this is Stevens' game plan. Just try to attack Korver but that's not a mismatch. Brown's been blocked 3 times already.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 09:18:20 PM
Can we pause the "Jaylen Brown is a future superstar" talk until after Kyle Korver's done toying with him?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:18:20 PM
Why are we watching this?
I ask myself this a lot


*SIPPIN*

helps

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 09:18:27 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Except those that know what making adjustments actually means. Brad doesn't do adjustments.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:18:30 PM
Why are we watching this?

great question. i watched the whole crap show last game.  If i wanted to watch a G league team i would have not been watching this but it appears i am watching the red claws!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: esel1000 on May 21, 2018, 09:18:42 PM
Why are we watching this?
I ask myself this a lot

Maybe you guys are I’m going to bed. It’s bad enough these games start at 8:30pm EST for us working folks but this is unwatchable. Hopefully I’ll eat some crow bright and early
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:18:44 PM
Brad has this team completely unprepared for this game. Absolutely no switch to the defensive scheme that killed us in game 3, and he's simply living with us getting absolutely murdered on switches without making any adjustments. Completely being outcoached these past five quarters.

And apparently dunks and layups are just incapable of being finished tonight...

You can prep these guys to infinity and beyond, they still have to come out here and execute. Short of ripping off his dress shirt to reveal a green jersey, I'm not sure what Brad's supposed to do.

Watch the game, understand that they're exploiting our mismatches every single time down the court, and make the necessary change would be a start...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 09:18:48 PM
They starting to catch the Cavs players clinching
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:18:51 PM
Shut up LeBum it was a foul
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 09:19:10 PM
James is so obnoxious.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 09:19:20 PM
Lebron crying about a foul? 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 09:19:28 PM
Why are we watching this?
I ask myself this a lot


*SIPPIN*

helps

*sippin*
Can't, still taking antibiotics
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:19:32 PM
Has Lebron joined the Amish ?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 09:19:47 PM
I'd like to punch LeBron in the face.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:19:47 PM
Baynes  is only C who can dunk tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:19:51 PM
at least Baynes still knows how to dunk
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 21, 2018, 09:19:52 PM
lebron complaining about calls? now ive seen everything
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:19:58 PM
Why is Al taking trash fadeaways
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:20:10 PM
Baynes didn't get the defensive rebound

Sad
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:20:13 PM
HA! Now the refs will try to balance it out after screwing the C's all 1st quarter...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: greece66 on May 21, 2018, 09:20:15 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Except those that know what making adjustments actually means. Brad doesn't do adjustments.

I don't follow Koz. What do you mean?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:20:15 PM
our viking dont miss dunks!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:20:27 PM
Why is Al taking trash fadeaways
I'm really tired of seeing it. It hasn't worked
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 09:20:28 PM
Horford gets isolated on Jeff Green and can't do squat. That's your 30 million man right there.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 09:20:28 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Except those that know what making adjustments actually means. Brad doesn't do adjustments.

I mean... No Gordon... No Kyrie... Still in the ECF. You don't get this far down 2 stars without making adjustments.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:20:31 PM
IRON BORN

BAYNES!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:20:33 PM
Green over Baynes back but no call there
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:20:42 PM
 Let’s get more of those plays going to the rim
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: G-Bones on May 21, 2018, 09:20:48 PM
Brown is stinking up the joint. Come on, man
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:20:57 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Except those that know what making adjustments actually means. Brad doesn't do adjustments.

i have to make sdjustments when i coach. football coaches do it all the time. if brad doesnt do this he is not as smart as we think.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:21:24 PM
Lebron just flails his arms and the refs give him the call
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:21:33 PM
AL

need more bruh
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 21, 2018, 09:21:33 PM
Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. Rozier on an island against Lebron again!  This is a TERRIBLE matchup!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 09:21:34 PM
Hard to get back in the game when we're getting beaten and held on some plays.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:21:46 PM
Jay tay with the bunny
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:22:07 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Except those that know what making adjustments actually means. Brad doesn't do adjustments.

i have to make sdjustments when i coach. football coaches do it all the time. if brad doesnt do this he is not as smart as we think.

Clearly Brad's an idiot. Thank god you figured it out!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:22:19 PM
JT stay agressive!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 09:22:20 PM
Get it within 10.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:22:21 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Except those that know what making adjustments actually means. Brad doesn't do adjustments.

I mean... No Gordon... No Kyrie... Still in the ECF. You don't get this far down 2 stars without making adjustments.
it's one thing to make adjustments during the season.  it's a completely different thing in the playoffs when you not only have to adjust game to game but in each game.  Defensive schemes haven't been working since game 2.  need to try a different approach to throw Cleveland off their offense
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:22:25 PM
I want to say if we can cut this to 8-12 points by halftime, we got a shot.

But why bother. Better chance we fall behind by 20+ and stay there rest of the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 09:22:26 PM
They need stops
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:22:33 PM
The thing is you are never as bad as you look in games like this, and you aren't as good as you look like in our game 1 blowout of the cavs.

Steady and tough wins the day.  They punched us in the mouth, we weren't ready to play to start this game, but lets just see what happens.  Game isn't over in the middle of the 2nd quarter.
Go C's!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:22:34 PM
Baynes C's MVP so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:22:42 PM
I dont think the Celts will keep this one under 30.. Brown looks pathetic
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:22:48 PM
Looking much better the last several minutes on both ends. Finally settling down.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:22:48 PM
Surprised that they didn't give Korver the block there
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:22:50 PM
They’re playing a bit more purposefully now shame it took a quarter to start doing so
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:22:53 PM
This unit finally playing some decent ball.  That was outstanding defense by Baynes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 09:22:54 PM
Get this to 10 by half and we'll have a shot
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:22:58 PM
Hate giving the Cavs momentum.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:22:58 PM
You have to love tatums composure. Score doesn't matter he still pushing 100%
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:23:06 PM
Few good plays on defence
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:23:09 PM
Great D by Baynes against LeBron
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:23:10 PM
The thing is you are never as bad as you look in games like this, and you aren't as good as you look like in our game 1 blowout of the cavs.

Steady and tough wins the day.  They punched us in the mouth, we weren't ready to play to start this game, but lets just see what happens.  Game isn't over in the middle of the 2nd quarter.
Go C's!!!


Nicely done.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 09:23:19 PM
LeBron isn't taking the game seriously. He's putting up lame shots.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:23:22 PM
BAYNES

good D!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:23:25 PM
Baynes is the best player The Celtics have on the floor tonight!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Spilling Green Dye on May 21, 2018, 09:23:30 PM
I really don't get why Terry gets so much playing time on the road this series.  He's exploited on defense every time, and on offense he can't seem to beat anyone off the dribble.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 09:23:30 PM
They need to be tied by the half
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:23:31 PM
We're slowly getting back into this one
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:23:50 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Except those that know what making adjustments actually means. Brad doesn't do adjustments.

i have to make sdjustments when i coach. football coaches do it all the time. if brad doesnt do this he is not as smart as we think.

Clearly Brad's an idiot. Thank god you figured it out!

can u read kid? where did i say he was an idiot? you so butt hurt
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:23:53 PM
Loving Baynes effort tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:23:55 PM
Surprised that they didn't give Korver the block there

And there, too
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 09:23:55 PM
Did LeBron just dribble out the entire 24 shot clock?

Never passed to anyone, right?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: colincb on May 21, 2018, 09:24:01 PM
Some intelligent offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:24:02 PM
Three files on Korver now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:24:07 PM
**** Rozier on an island against Lebron again!  This is a TERRIBLE matchup!!

Brad the rest of the game: Keep switching.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 09:24:07 PM
Baynes is keeping this a game all by himself.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:24:13 PM
Baynes has a ring for a reason
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:24:17 PM
Let's go D -- get us back!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 09:24:20 PM
Baynes is our best player tonight.


Aron. Baynes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:24:20 PM
Whoa. Better fight back so far than in Game 3. Don't think we had any in Game 3 LOL.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:24:24 PM
we are clawing back- come on!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:24:27 PM
Baynes is keeping us in this right now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:24:50 PM
Korver thinks he's ray allen now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:25:06 PM
BAYNES!!

balliin!

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:25:08 PM
How is Korver always open on those screens
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:25:12 PM
Baynes!

We really do need to start hitting these bunnies though.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:25:23 PM
Jesus Christ, Brad, are we really going back to the lineup with Smart as Lebron's primary defender and Tatum on Korver?? Really Brad?? What the shiit are you thinking??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 09:25:29 PM
11 points. doable.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:25:36 PM
Attack the basket, they’re in the penalty
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:25:57 PM
Roziers answer 3 bailed out his lack of  D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:26:09 PM
We're getting outplayed by Kyle Korver.  If that doesn't light a fire under you I don't know what will.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:26:09 PM
Keep the deficit to 8-10 points by halftime.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:26:13 PM
That korver guy can shoot ya know
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:26:13 PM
Just keep going small and switching everything, Brad! It's clearly working just like you planned, Mr. I'm Incapable of Making In-Game Adjustments...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 09:26:22 PM
Wow, what hustle by Smart.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:26:26 PM
Rozier getting hot
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:26:27 PM
CBS get your team refocused.  They are playing scared again.

CBS HAS HIS HEAD UP HIS ASS ALSO
That's Brad tho. He looks great when his plans are working, and when they aren't he can look like a deer in the headlights for entire games

See:  every coach in every sport.
Except those that know what making adjustments actually means. Brad doesn't do adjustments.

i have to make sdjustments when i coach. football coaches do it all the time. if brad doesnt do this he is not as smart as we think.

Clearly Brad's an idiot. Thank god you figured it out!

can u read kid? where did i say he was an idiot? you so butt hurt

Where did I say that you said he was an idiot?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:26:43 PM
Attack the basket, they’re in the penalty

yeah, 7 min left in the quarter, we are in the bonus.  take it to the rim.
stop it with the quick 3s.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:26:48 PM
of all the freaking Cavs to leave open, Korver is the one you need to stick to at all times
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:26:51 PM
Scary Terry let’s get it!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:26:58 PM
Tatum didn't even move! How the Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. is that a foul?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:26:59 PM
You cannot dunk the ball while it sits on the rim ?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:26:59 PM
How is Korver always open on those screens

Because for some inexplicable reason we're guarding him with Jayson freaking Tatum...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:27:10 PM
of all the freaking Cavs to leave open, Korver is the one you need to stick to at all times
exactly
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 09:27:12 PM
Rozier Tatum and brown have to be on point from 3
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:27:18 PM
Terry heating up- be our alpha!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:27:26 PM
Can someone remind me what Cleveland traded to acquire Korver last year?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:27:37 PM
How is Korver always open on those screens

Because for some inexplicable reason we're guarding him with Jayson freaking Tatum...
but jay tay is long. He can block and should be able to keep up with that 40 year old
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 09:27:38 PM
I hate LeBron! !
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:27:42 PM
Just keep going small and switching everything, Brad! It's clearly working just like you planned, Mr. I'm Incapable of Making In-Game Adjustments...

oh now you have done it bitter jim will come after you and say you called him a moron! LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 09:27:43 PM
If they are hitting their 3's it really won't matter what the C's do on the other side. That is the only way the could win this series is if everyone else got contained outside of LeBron.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 09:27:49 PM
Tatum didn't even move! How the **** is that a foul?

He grabbed his arm on the way up.  Its a foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:28:03 PM
Tatum didn't even move! How the **** is that a foul?
a Paul Pierce special -- when the idiot defender has his hand out, sweep your arms up into his hand and draw the foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:28:22 PM
Tatum gotta be smarter on Def.  Don't bail Lebron out with slaps at the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:28:24 PM
How is Korver always open on those screens

Because for some inexplicable reason we're guarding him with Jayson freaking Tatum...

Because Jaylen is sitting.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:28:26 PM
if we can just get Uncle Drew in the game  :-\
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:28:32 PM
How is Korver always open on those screens

Because for some inexplicable reason we're guarding him with Jayson freaking Tatum...
but jay tay is long. He can block and should be able to keep up with that 40 year old

Not when Korver is running around multiple screens around the perimeter he can't, which is 99.9% of what Korver does.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:28:47 PM
How is Korver always open on those screens

Because for some inexplicable reason we're guarding him with Jayson freaking Tatum...

Because Jaylen is sitting.
korver was torching brown too
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Big333223 on May 21, 2018, 09:29:05 PM
Tatum didn't even move! How the **** is that a foul?

He grabbed his arm on the way up.  Its a foul.

Yep. Stupid foul by Tatum.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:29:05 PM
How is Korver always open on those screens

Because for some inexplicable reason we're guarding him with Jayson freaking Tatum...
but jay tay is long. He can block and should be able to keep up with that 40 year old

Not when Korver is running around multiple screens around the perimeter he can't, which is 99.9% of what Korver does.
very true
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:29:08 PM
Tatum gotta be smarter on Def.  Don't bail Lebron out with slaps at the ball.

I saw that coming. LeBron's been doin that more and more this season.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 09:29:08 PM
Man getting lit up by Korver
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:29:13 PM
Hate the fact they play so poorly on the road
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:29:13 PM
Just keep going small and switching everything, Brad! It's clearly working just like you planned, Mr. I'm Incapable of Making In-Game Adjustments...

oh now you have done it bitter jim will come after you and say you called him a moron! LOL

I definitely get why they banned you from game threads
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:29:16 PM
Either way, we're showing some fight this game despite being down big.

Need to start getting stops though.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:29:22 PM
Hard to believe but we're actually still winning this quarter despite continued bad play.  Rozier having to bail us out.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Somebody on May 21, 2018, 09:29:24 PM
Just need to play tough defense and take advantage of Love and Korver
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:29:40 PM
Looking better - but Cavs 5-9 from 3.  C's need stops.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 09:29:54 PM
Man getting lit up by Korver

I'd like to get a close look at those screens that are freeing him up.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 09:29:57 PM
HOUSE MONEY
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:30:01 PM
Hard to believe but we're actually still winning this quarter despite continued bad play.  Rozier having to bail us out.
the good thing is we're slowly gathering a rhythm.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:30:17 PM
We are usually a better 2nd half team.

As long as we stay within 8-10 points by halftime, we got a shot. Shots will fall for us then! CLE won't keep shooting this hot from outside.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 09:30:20 PM
Cavs are comfortable. That can't happen or the C's won't win another game in this series.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:30:29 PM
"house money" is an excuse. We belong in the nba finals otherwise we arent legit contenders. If we can't get past lebron and a bunch of no names, we will never get a title with this group
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:30:40 PM
Hate the fact they play so poorly on the road

As do I but road balls dont happen at 20 or 21–it will take time

Kyrie and Hayward change everything
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:30:53 PM
Could be Jaylen's worst half ever.  1-9 and -17. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:31:03 PM
Did Korver travel on his first 3? It looks like he collected the ball and took 3 steps without dribbling.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:31:16 PM
Jaylen Brown needs to get his head on straight a bit more, and get back to giving us positive contributions on both sides of the ball.  We miss his def when he is on the bench.  He is a good defender to put on Korver.  But when he is 1-9 from the field, out of sync and just not playing good bb, you can see why Brad is sitting him for extended time.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 09:31:23 PM
We get too switch happy at times
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 09:31:32 PM
I just hope that someone tells these guys that THEY'RE IN THE BONUS. *facepalm*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:31:34 PM
Time for Rozier to start chucking ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:31:44 PM
Love is now throwing elbows
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:31:52 PM
Horford and Brown simply have to step up. Brown looks like he's mentally shook, and unfortunately so does Al with Thompson guarding him.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:31:59 PM
Cavs always incredulous.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:32:17 PM
Love is now throwing elbows
Probably never forgave KO lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:32:21 PM
Turn it on Jaylen!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 09:32:26 PM
Horford and Brown not doing much so far. But hey, the deficit's under 20, so I guess that's progress?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:32:27 PM
Hit 2 3 pointers with 2 stops and we're back in single digits
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:32:29 PM
Theerrrrreeee you go, Brown. Now let's see you get it going. We need you.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:32:50 PM
Theerrrrreeee you go, Brown. Now let's see you get it going. We need you.
that's the money shot
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:32:55 PM
Just keep going small and switching everything, Brad! It's clearly working just like you planned, Mr. I'm Incapable of Making In-Game Adjustments...

oh now you have done it bitter jim will come after you and say you called him a moron! LOL

I definitely get why they banned you from game threads

no, no you don't. there you go speaking in absolutes again. you cannot seem to comprehend posts and put words in peoples mouths. you might want to stop doing that.  you should not even be in this thread the way you assume things and then get so mad about it.  Can you understand that?  just stop replying to me kid. ok?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:32:55 PM
finally

caught love doin dirt!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 09:33:04 PM
One thing I'm hate about this team is how they make things worse when they're down with their shot selections.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:33:05 PM
come on [dang] it, play some D, keep hitting open shots and we can get right back in this
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:33:11 PM
Stops????
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:33:27 PM
Korver is never going to miss
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:33:28 PM
Theerrrrreeee you go, Brown. Now let's see you get it going. We need you.

Normally I'd prefer he drive it, but he can't seem to do anything with it when he does
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:33:51 PM
Korver looks like an out of work adult film star
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:34:11 PM
Great pass TR!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:34:13 PM
That rozier bounce pass was beautiful
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 09:34:32 PM
I'm so proud.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:34:34 PM
Back to ten!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:34:42 PM
how the hell did Korver become all NBA defense? looking like he's getting away with some arm hits on those swipes at the ball
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:34:45 PM
Nice work. Move the ball. Find the open guy. Hit the shot. This isn't rocket science
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:34:48 PM
Korver looks like an out of work adult film star

that is funny (and he does)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:34:52 PM
Just keep going small and switching everything, Brad! It's clearly working just like you planned, Mr. I'm Incapable of Making In-Game Adjustments...

oh now you have done it bitter jim will come after you and say you called him a moron! LOL

I definitely get why they banned you from game threads

because you cannot seem to comprehend posts and put words in peoples mouths. you might want to stop doing that.  you should not even be in this thread the way you assume things and then get so mad about it.  Can you understand that?

I didn't assume anything, or say that you said something you didn't. You just took my exaggeration as some sort of personal attack/exact quote for some reason, and now are insisting on being an ass
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:34:59 PM
we are getting killed by all the switching with Rozier.  The cavs are killing Rozier.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 09:35:00 PM
Good inside out by Brown.  Play smart, and we'll be fine.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Sketch5 on May 21, 2018, 09:35:03 PM
Finally some ball movement....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:35:03 PM
We’re fighting and I love that, keep doing it!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:35:06 PM
NICE DYME!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:35:08 PM
Much better possessions the last two times that’s how we want to play
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:35:09 PM
YESSS!!!  Morris makes 'em pay finally.   

Keep it to 10 and it's a dang success.   Stops!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:35:18 PM
Omg, Jackson, really? Are you really so blinded by your Cavs bias that you're saying the best defensive team in the league needs to model Korver's defense because he lucked out on a couple of possessions with a shaky Brown??  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:35:20 PM
Korver is straight up putting the clamps on JB. C's should try attacking with someone else.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:35:31 PM
MORRIS!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:35:32 PM
here we go-wine starting to taste better 🍷
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:35:43 PM
Morris brown and rozier found their stroke.


Keep hitting those shots, get the defensive rebounds and stops
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Frezz on May 21, 2018, 09:35:46 PM
Jaylen Brown is getting punked by Kyle Korver. I can't even put into words how embarrassing that is.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:35:51 PM
nice inside out game there with Brown finding Morris.
excellent.  those are the kind of 3's that we need.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:35:54 PM
If only our defense wasn't so horrible.  I mean the Cavs are shooting 61%.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 09:36:10 PM
10 points now. doable after a Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.tastic start.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:36:11 PM
YESSS!!!  Morris makes 'em pay finally.   

Keep it to 10 and it's a dang success.   Stops!!!!!!

He makes me nervous being out there with 3 fouls, though
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:36:13 PM
Lue

got nervous!...you better be..

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:36:16 PM
Marcus Morris looks like an Exon Mobile fuel attendant ...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:36:16 PM
Just keep going small and switching everything, Brad! It's clearly working just like you planned, Mr. I'm Incapable of Making In-Game Adjustments...

oh now you have done it bitter jim will come after you and say you called him a moron! LOL

I definitely get why they banned you from game threads

because you cannot seem to comprehend posts and put words in peoples mouths. you might want to stop doing that.  you should not even be in this thread the way you assume things and then get so mad about it.  Can you understand that?

I didn't assume anything, or say that you said something you didn't. You just took my exaggeration as some sort of personal attack/exact quote for some reason, and now are insisting on being an ass

Don't forget to channel your hate at LeBron, please!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:36:28 PM
Theerrrrreeee you go, Brown. Now let's see you get it going. We need you.

Normally I'd prefer he drive it, but he can't seem to do anything with it when he does

Yeah, he definitely gave up a pretty wide open lane to take that shot, but at least it went in.

He seems to be the type to overthink things when things are going bad. Good to see him get a three to go in and then an assist to another three by Morris.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:36:28 PM
See what ball movement can do guys! Great feed to an open Morris (on both the dunk and 3 pointer).
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:36:39 PM
 :(
If only our defense wasn't so horrible.  I mean the Cavs are shooting 61%.
that's mostly because korver is shooting 100% somehow
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:36:40 PM
Korver looks like an out of work adult film star

that is funny (and he does)

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 09:36:51 PM
I want to believe this is just Cleveland playing better at home but I can't. They've adjusted and the C's are still playing catch up.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:36:54 PM
My Cavs friend just texted me that he cannot believe how bored his fans look and act-he said he is embarrassed
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:37:16 PM
Get the tie or lead before half time and wrap this game like a Christmas present back to Boston
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:37:45 PM
Just for the ignorant among us (me in particular) -- what is the origin of the term "dime" for assist?  Term wasn't used when I was young.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:37:49 PM
Cleveland's crowd is pathetic. Sorry if that sounds harsh, but there's nothing hostile about them. Just go on a small run and they go dead silent.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RGow8 on May 21, 2018, 09:38:23 PM
Feel like Brown is going to go crazy from all these drives getting stopped and eventually bang one down on Korvers head. Don't stop being  aggressive because of it is all you can do.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:38:26 PM
Stops
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:38:31 PM
Just keep going small and switching everything, Brad! It's clearly working just like you planned, Mr. I'm Incapable of Making In-Game Adjustments...

oh now you have done it bitter jim will come after you and say you called him a moron! LOL

I definitely get why they banned you from game threads

because you cannot seem to comprehend posts and put words in peoples mouths. you might want to stop doing that.  you should not even be in this thread the way you assume things and then get so mad about it.  Can you understand that?

I didn't assume anything, or say that you said something you didn't. You just took my exaggeration as some sort of personal attack/exact quote for some reason, and now are insisting on being an ass

Don't forget to channel your hate at LeBron, please!

lol. i am done responding to that guy, not taking bait. no worries.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:38:36 PM
Jaylen Brown is getting punked by Kyle Korver. I can't even put into words how embarrassing that is.

Put Morris on Korver and knock a couple of teeth loose
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:38:41 PM
Brad Stevens looks like a youth minster for trouble kids who have arson records..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:38:46 PM
I want to believe this is just Cleveland playing better at home but I can't. They've adjusted and the C's are still playing catch up.

I think the biggest difference is clearly the C's younger/role players playing worse on the road. Home court advantage for this team is magnified even more than usual due to how young we are.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:39:01 PM
Just for the ignorant among us (me in particular) -- what is the origin of the term "dime" for assist?  Term wasn't used when I was young.
The origin of a basketball assist being called a dime isn't readily known. ... In this sense, “dropping a dime” or giving someone a dime was assisting someone to make a phone call. Most people believe this phrase ended up transferring over to the NBA as helping a teammate make a basket
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:39:13 PM
Nice Brown! Feeling it now!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:39:13 PM
Single digits again!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:39:14 PM
Jaylen! It’s single digits!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:39:16 PM
Jaylen Brown is getting punked by Kyle Korver. I can't even put into words how embarrassing that is.
when JVG keeps going off on how rare it is for Korver to block anyone, much less twice in the same game, and makes an argument for a 3rd block, you need to go back an look at what you're doing wrong with your offense
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 09:39:23 PM
Jaylen Brown is getting punked by Kyle Korver. I can't even put into words how embarrassing that is.

Dude's making Ashton Kutcher look like he's a perennial member of the All-Defensive First Team ;D, lol. Ugh.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:39:23 PM
Brown hitting shots finally
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:39:24 PM
I wasas at last celtics win vs cavs in playoffs- front row last year was a fun game watching the life get sucked out of that arena even if only for night- have some great pics can share later
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:39:49 PM
More crap defense.  No communication.  Yeah let's just leave James wide open.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:39:54 PM
Korver looks like an out of work adult film star


that is funny (and he does)

lol


a young ron

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:39:58 PM
Jaylen! It’s single digits!!
that lasted about 10 seconds
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:40:12 PM
downtown Brown is back- stevens icing him for long time on bench worked!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:40:12 PM
WHY THE F DO YOU LET THEM SWITCH ROZIER ONTO LEBRON BRAD
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 09:40:13 PM
Rozier is basically Isaiah Thomas on defense tonight. STOP SWITCHING HIM ON LEBRON!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:40:17 PM
We need to play this like game 2 instead of game 3. This lead is not insurmountable
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:40:20 PM
geez. down 13. just get it to 9 guys
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:40:37 PM
Yeah, timeout Brad.  Maybe you'll finally STOP MAKING THESE STUPID SWITCHES.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:40:39 PM
Rozier got pulled like a puppet on a string there
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 09:40:40 PM
Only good thing about this series is the Rozier > Kyrie crowd will be quiet. Rozier isn't consistent enough on offense to make up for his slightly better defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:40:41 PM
Like, my God, Brad, how many points are you going to hemorrhage with this Rozier mismatch stuff before you finally cave and make a freaking change??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 21, 2018, 09:40:50 PM
i wish brothers was also reffing so we could get the bad ones out of the way
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 09:40:56 PM
Why is rozier on james.  Maybe they’ll switch back to morris in the second half
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 09:41:05 PM
How long do we need to see this kind of switch??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 09:41:09 PM
God rozier is just so brain dead.. stop forcing the switch just stay on Smith and stop chucking early threes..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 09:41:15 PM
No switch with Rozier.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 09:41:18 PM
LeBron abusing Scary Terry. How can Brad allow that switch
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:41:18 PM
Yeah, timeout Brad.  Maybe you'll finally STOP MAKING THESE STUPID SWITCHES.

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:41:23 PM
iso lebron is back- can live with that if he forgets his mates like game one and two
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:41:28 PM
Yeah, timeout Brad.  Maybe you'll finally STOP MAKING THESE STUPID SWITCHES.

This. They've got to adjust. He's the 1 player that can be exploited regularly and they're taking advantage.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:41:39 PM
Just can't stop them.  Either they are opening easy passing lanes and C's falling behind, or shots just falling.

Got it to 9 -- can't surrender back to teens before the half.  Let's go C's/
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:42:08 PM
Jaylen Brown looks like Dr. Dre's protege who left the game once he was beaten out by a white rapper (Eminem)...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:42:08 PM
Almost lost the ball if it wasn't for smart saving it with hustle
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 09:43:00 PM
The switching is stupid why they switching so much
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:43:08 PM
Jaylen Brown looks like Dr. Dre's protege who left the game once he was beaten out by a white rapper (Eminem)...
(https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/876906909537714178/pdwQ2Sxz_400x400.jpg)

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:43:17 PM
hill

busta..actin like he didnt do nuthin
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:43:23 PM
Smart you utter moron
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:43:30 PM
Just can't stop them.  Either they are opening easy passing lanes and C's falling behind, or shots just falling.

Got it to 9 -- can't surrender back to teens before the half.  Let's go C's/

down 16
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:43:37 PM
Terrible
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:43:38 PM
Joking right?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 09:43:39 PM
That's a wrap.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:43:39 PM
Just cannot express my hate for Lebron strongly enough. Yes, he is a physical freak and I ate to admit, but he is talented, but he still has a soft heart and thinks the world revolves around him.

I will never forget when he finally beat the Celtics in the playoffs and he wandered the floor forever looking for cameras and attention.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:43:51 PM
Tatum has to man-up and take the freaking charge there. Gave up a freaking corner three because he wimped out and didn't take the charge.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:43:52 PM
we in this game fam!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:43:56 PM
[dang] these threes
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:43:59 PM
no D whatsoever
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:44:01 PM
Jaylen Brown looks like Dr. Dre's protege who left the game once he was beaten out by a white rapper (Eminem)...
(https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/876906909537714178/pdwQ2Sxz_400x400.jpg)

Mo SUM
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:44:02 PM
This is the last thing we need right now. Channeling game 3 again
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:44:11 PM
Smart is just brain dead this game.  can't have that.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 09:44:12 PM
Lol so sick of hearing how much Smart means to tbe team. Guy is dumb sorry
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:44:16 PM
Give Smart an assist for that basket.  He's been great for the Cavs tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:44:32 PM
Lol. We get back in the game and what do we do? Crumble
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:44:34 PM
Worse decision-making tonight: Brad on Rozier switches or our guys with these dumb passes?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 21, 2018, 09:44:36 PM
I can't watch this
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:44:40 PM
Big shot Al.  Get the ball!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:44:44 PM
Marcus Smart looks like a failed Pro Active commercial
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:45:01 PM
 Smart is having a smartian game, Great plays with some bonehead ones
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:45:05 PM
lol

im cryin inside
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:45:16 PM
Hold the dang ball
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:45:17 PM
How did Thompson beat everyone down the floor? Sad
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 09:45:19 PM
This series is over. Horford is totally invisible. Thompson owns him.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 09:45:23 PM
Good work Marcus!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 09:45:28 PM
Nice pass by scrub Smart leads to an easy hoop
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:45:30 PM
Great.  Almost 70 points allowed.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:45:37 PM
This entire team needs an arse chewing at halftime, including (ESPECIALLY) Brad. Just terrible, dumb basketball by everyone out there tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 09:45:42 PM
Smart is such hot garbage. IDC what people say.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:45:47 PM
its gonna be another 30 point win..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 09:45:47 PM
LeBron just did it again. Dribbled out the entire 24 second shot clock.

Bloody tough shot over Semi.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 09:45:49 PM
We have some really stupid players on this team.. what the hell are we doing out there??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:45:55 PM
what a big green turd to end quarter
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:45:56 PM
Whatever happened to sprinting back on defense
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:45:57 PM
Lol. We get back in the game and what do we do? Crumble

par for the course

too much to overcome now. these bad starts
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 09:46:03 PM
Why is Tatum run into the screen?  The kids are playing like kids. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:46:04 PM
Horrible transition defense not doing the fundamentals
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:46:05 PM
C's don't deserve this game.  just too stupid.  should be forced to forfeit their paychecks for the game.  that might wake them up for game 5
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:46:07 PM
Did Tatum finally get a call?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:46:11 PM
Smart turnovers killing our momentum
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:46:39 PM
Amazingly we are only down 15
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:46:46 PM
Smart is killing us out there smh.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:46:52 PM
How did Thompson beat everyone down the floor? Sad

People waited like they were gonna take the last shot even though they were in transition
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:47:06 PM
Amazingly we are only down 15

Yeah but should be down just 10. What a pathetic end to that quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:47:07 PM
Smart turnovers killing our momentum
this game, he's now Marcus Dumb, not Smart
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:47:11 PM
Hopefully coming home helps
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 09:47:11 PM
Tristan Thompson has been fantastic.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 09:47:25 PM
Smart is killing us out there smh.

He's been a momentum killer during this stretch for sure.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 09:47:30 PM
Tristan Thompson is destroying us. Cbs has to counter. I might try Yabu...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:47:43 PM
we get it under 10 points, and then completely fall apart.

I don't get how we can completely forget to run back on def and TT gets a wide open dunk.
we are either dumb or terrible or both right now.  embarrassing.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 09:47:44 PM
(http://i0.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/623/233/704.gif)

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:47:47 PM
Smart has had been about as bad as he can be tonight, though it doesn't really matter as nobody else has played much better either.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 09:47:50 PM
That were only down 15 is an absolute miracle
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 09:47:59 PM
Had it down to 9 and then we got stupid, throwing poor passes and even throwing the ball under our own basket for a Cavs layup.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:48:02 PM
Brad deserves as much criticism as anyone for his lack of adjustments from game 3.  Yes we're shorthanded, but our defensive schemes make no sense right now.  68 points is a testament to that.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Who on May 21, 2018, 09:48:10 PM
Amazingly we are only down 15

Yeah but should be down just 10. What a pathetic end to that quarter.

Yeah, they'd done so well to cut the lead down. Looked back in it. Terrible finish to the half to let Cleveland get back into a comfortable cushy half time position.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 21, 2018, 09:48:17 PM
The Celtics looking very young in this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 09:48:25 PM
we get it under 10 points, and then completely fall apart.

I don't get how we can completely forget to run back on def and TT gets a wide open dunk.
we are either dumb or terrible or both right now.  embarrassing.

Bingo
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 09:48:28 PM
Tristan Thompson is destroying us. Cbs has to counter. I might try Yabu...

Where's Baynes? Best Celtic tonight, but only played 8 minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 09:48:35 PM
Not over until we lose at home.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:48:35 PM
Terrible first half with only a couple of bright spots. I don’t know how we keep Korver open all the time and defensively switching Rozier onto James is killing us. We look good when we made purposeful cuts into the paint and kicked the ball out or moved the ball around
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:48:47 PM
Win or lose, can we at least be competitive in the 2nd half and not lose by 30 please.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:48:56 PM
Tristan Thompson is destroying us. Cbs has to counter. I might try Yabu...

Thompson making Lue look like Einstein and Stevens like Gump 😁

We have no answer for him- not sure why Baynes not out there more
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Eja117 on May 21, 2018, 09:49:01 PM
Bad reffing is a form of bearing false witness
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 09:49:06 PM
They are killing themselves with the brain farts
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:49:08 PM
watching Smart and Rozier this half, is there really anyone thinking the C's would have difficulty paying the contracts for these 2 in two years?  neither is showing they're any better than a MLE offer if that much
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:49:08 PM
JR Smith looks like the stand in for every police lineup EVER..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 09:49:17 PM
Couldn't finish the quarter.  At least a dozen points squandered on missed bunnies.
 

Could be closer, but probably shouldn't be -- Cavs clearly better tonight.  Maybe C's can respond in the 2nd -- game isn't out of reach yet.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 09:49:23 PM
Brad deserves as much criticism as anyone for his lack of adjustments from game 3.  Yes we're shorthanded, but our defensive schemes make no sense right now.  68 points is a testament to that.

We can't keep switching guys like Rozier and Tatum on Lebron. It's killing us.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:49:40 PM
Smart has had been about as bad as he can be tonight, though it doesn't really matter as nobody else has played much better either.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but not having Larkin is killing us right now. Rozier and Smart are playing poorly but we have to play at least one of them
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:49:57 PM
One thing is for sure, Stevens has lost all confidence in Monroe
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 09:50:05 PM
Marcus Smart looks like a failed Pro Active commercial

Ouch, lol ;D.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:50:10 PM
Well, better start the 2nd half on a run, or this one is over for good.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:50:11 PM
That were only down 15 is an absolute miracle
I agree. We can Turn this game around with a simple run. The question is do we have the use and desire? 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:50:12 PM
we only have 3 turnover, but all of them were from Smart, and all killers.

But more importantly, if we can't make it harder on the Cavs when they are on offense, we really don't have a chance in this series.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:50:49 PM
C's don't deserve this game.  just too stupid.  should be forced to forfeit their paychecks for the game.  that might wake them up for game 5

This has to be one of the dumbest games we've had this year, yet we somehow only have 3 TOs. From the coaching (both rotations and defensive schemes) to the players (dumb shot selection and miscommunication defensively), there have been numerous poor decisions made tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:50:50 PM
Tristan Thompson sucks against 28 other teams. Why does he always destroy us?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:50:50 PM
One thing is for sure, Stevens has lost all confidence in Monroe

Well him getting torched on def in the last game probably sealed that.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 09:50:57 PM
Tristan Thompson is destroying us. Cbs has to counter. I might try Yabu...

Thompson making Lue look like Einstein and Stevens like Gump 😁

We have no answer for him- not sure why Baynes not out there more
Because Lue pulls Thompson every time Baynes is in and runs PnR to get Baynes on James.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 09:51:05 PM
We have no offense. We score only three pointers.. sometimes...

Defense suffer because of offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 09:51:10 PM
watching Smart and Rozier this half, is there really anyone thinking the C's would have difficulty paying the contracts for these 2 in two years?  neither is showing they're any better than a MLE offer if that much

Both look like scrub city. Not sure how much theyll command
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:51:17 PM
Their role players really do look like all-stars at home.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:51:40 PM
Tristan Thompson sucks against 28 other teams. Why does he always destroy us?

no interior toughness...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:52:00 PM
Smart has had been about as bad as he can be tonight, though it doesn't really matter as nobody else has played much better either.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but not having Larkin is killing us right now. Rozier and Smart are playing poorly but we have to play at least one of them
sad when we (and the broadcasters) are thinking Larkin would be a help in the playoffs.  he could probably run the offense a bit better (certainly could tonight at least) but if you think the Cavs are feasting on Rozier on defensive switches, they'd be eating Larking alive --> just like they did with IT last year
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Big333223 on May 21, 2018, 09:52:10 PM
C's don't deserve this game.  just too stupid.  should be forced to forfeit their paychecks for the game.  that might wake them up for game 5

This has to be one of the dumbest games we've had this year, yet we somehow only have 3 TOs. From the coaching (both rotations and defensive schemes) to the players (dumb shot selection and miscommunication defensively), there have been numerous poor decisions made tonight.

Low TO's because the ball isn't moving. Everyone forcing their own offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:52:14 PM
Brad deserves as much criticism as anyone for his lack of adjustments from game 3.  Yes we're shorthanded, but our defensive schemes make no sense right now.  68 points is a testament to that.

We can't keep switching guys like Rozier and Tatum on Lebron. It's killing us.

Not just that, but there's somehow been miscommunications between our players even though the plan hasn't changed.  We've left players wide open because we're in hyper-switch mode and getting confused on some of the Cavs action where a switch really isn't warranted.  It's just not working.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 21, 2018, 09:52:35 PM
the defense is horrible the turnovers are horrible.

they won't win by giving up 34 points per quarter.

we need better rotations/matchups on defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 09:52:51 PM
Tristan Thompson is destroying us. Cbs has to counter. I might try Yabu...

Thompson making Lue look like Einstein and Stevens like Gump 😁

We have no answer for him- not sure why Baynes not out there more
Because Lue pulls Thompson every time Baynes is in and runs PnR to get Baynes on James.
it's a coaching move that's stumping Stevens which bewilders me
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 09:53:01 PM
We gotta get our dam heads on straight. Keep it simple
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 09:53:20 PM
Tristan Thompson sucks against 28 other teams. Why does he always destroy us?

*switchin*

;D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:53:33 PM
C's don't deserve this game.  just too stupid.  should be forced to forfeit their paychecks for the game.  that might wake them up for game 5

This has to be one of the dumbest games we've had this year, yet we somehow only have 3 TOs. From the coaching (both rotations and defensive schemes) to the players (dumb shot selection and miscommunication defensively), there have been numerous poor decisions made tonight.

It is a really weird game.  We only have 3 turnovers, we have more offensive rebounds than the cavs, we have more made 3's, but they are shooting 61% from the field and are getting anything and everything they want when they have the ball.  Guys just need to play better on def, and stop switching when Rozier is involved. 

Maybe start Baynes in the 2nd half.  He had a really good 1st half.  Defended well, got some dunks, but him back in the starting lineup.

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:53:40 PM
watching Smart and Rozier this half, is there really anyone thinking the C's would have difficulty paying the contracts for these 2 in two years?  neither is showing they're any better than a MLE offer if that much

Nobody signing them should be overreacting to their bad games any more than they should be overrating to their best. Terry isn't gonna rack up triple doubles like in his first start, but he's better than he's played tonight. And Smart isn't the shooter he was game 3 vs the Cavs last year, but he's better than he's looked tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 09:53:48 PM
Reality is, if we can't get any stops, then it doesn't matter even if anyone on our team puts up 20+ points in the 2nd half. (Or if they hit a TON of 3s)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 09:54:01 PM
We're shooting 37% while they're shooting 61.5%.  I take that as a good sign since that can't continue... I hope.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bopna on May 21, 2018, 09:54:03 PM
Where is the promise that theyll be better.. A rattled start once anain from everone... And why have we stopped going to Horford..

Thompson for the love of god is simply our kryptonite.
Im telling you all if they advance Draymond Green will eat him alive.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:54:27 PM
Smart has had been about as bad as he can be tonight, though it doesn't really matter as nobody else has played much better either.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but not having Larkin is killing us right now. Rozier and Smart are playing poorly but we have to play at least one of them

Do we though?

I floated this after the last game, but I'd start the second half with Brown, Tatum, Morris, Horford, and Baynes.

I think Tatum, Morris, and Horford can initiate the offense enough for that lineup to work, and it gives us several mismatches to exploit offensively. Most importantly, though, it stops them from exploiting mismatches on the switches that we're apparently incapable of changing.

Have to try something at this point, because counter to Brad's apparent philosophy, keeping up with the current game plan isn't going to work, just like it didn't work the past six quarters.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 09:55:46 PM
Reality is, if we can't get any stops, then it doesn't matter even if anyone on our team puts up 20+ points in the 2nd half. (Or if they hit a TON of 3s)

bingo
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:55:47 PM
Smart has had been about as bad as he can be tonight, though it doesn't really matter as nobody else has played much better either.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but not having Larkin is killing us right now. Rozier and Smart are playing poorly but we have to play at least one of them
sad when we (and the broadcasters) are thinking Larkin would be a help in the playoffs.  he could probably run the offense a bit better (certainly could tonight at least) but if you think the Cavs are feasting on Rozier on defensive switches, they'd be eating Larking alive --> just like they did with IT last year

He'd get killed on D, but we're getting killed anyway (it can't get much worse, right? Right!?). We need a steady hand on O
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:55:54 PM
So game five is gonna be big

Boston has no momentum and I highly doubt the Cavs play poorly again in Boston
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 09:56:03 PM
Tristan Thompson is destroying us. Cbs has to counter. I might try Yabu...

Thompson making Lue look like Einstein and Stevens like Gump 😁

We have no answer for him- not sure why Baynes not out there more


Because Lue pulls Thompson every time Baynes is in and runs PnR to get Baynes on James.

Good point and true- Brad cant coach inexperience on the road- we are learning what it is like to be in a quiet fire in Cleveland

If you told me we would be going home to a 2-2 tie before series started, I would have kissed the ground- I predicted a win in 7 game series and I am not changing a thing with that prediction!

If we can somehow play a tough third and get it under 8 in 3rd, anything can happen but not expecting it- Hope for best, expect worst on the road
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 09:56:20 PM
C's don't deserve this game.  just too stupid.  should be forced to forfeit their paychecks for the game.  that might wake them up for game 5

This has to be one of the dumbest games we've had this year, yet we somehow only have 3 TOs. From the coaching (both rotations and defensive schemes) to the players (dumb shot selection and miscommunication defensively), there have been numerous poor decisions made tonight.

It is a really weird game.  We only have 3 turnovers, we have more offensive rebounds than the cavs, we have more made 3's, but they are shooting 61% from the field and are getting anything and everything they want when they have the ball.  Guys just need to play better on def, and stop switching when Rozier is involved. 

Maybe start Baynes in the 2nd half.  He had a really good 1st half.  Defended well, got some dunks, but him back in the starting lineup.

Morris kills our offensive flow to start with him being hellbent on shooting any and everything the minute he gets the ball. Doesn't matter if it's contested or not. It's annoying.  Those small lineups are especially hard when Al doesn't show up ready to go.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 21, 2018, 09:56:30 PM
Celts just need to win at home

Not worried
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 09:56:37 PM
Game 3 was the first time in years that I stopped watching a Celtics game.  You usually never say never in NBA basketball - a comeback is always possible.  Except that game 3 was "never".

If we don't pull our heads out of our behinds game 4 will be the same.  This is some of the worst basketball we've played all season.  Give the Cavs credit, but at the same time we're just not ready to play.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:56:48 PM
Reality is, if we can't get any stops, then it doesn't matter even if anyone on our team puts up 20+ points in the 2nd half. (Or if they hit a TON of 3s)

bingo

bingo x2
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 09:56:57 PM
Larkin might be back for 6 or 7 if it gets that far
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:57:01 PM
Jayson 1-5 Jaylen 3-12 and many of those were at the rim
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 09:57:21 PM
Smart has had been about as bad as he can be tonight, though it doesn't really matter as nobody else has played much better either.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but not having Larkin is killing us right now. Rozier and Smart are playing poorly but we have to play at least one of them

Do we though?

I floated this after the last game, but I'd start the second half with Brown, Tatum, Morris, Horford, and Baynes.

I think Tatum, Morris, and Horford can initiate the offense enough for that lineup to work, and it gives us several mismatches to exploit offensively. Most importantly, though, it stops them from exploiting mismatches on the switches that we're apparently incapable of changing.

Have to try something at this point, because counter to Brad's apparent philosophy, keeping up with the current game plan isn't going to work, just like it didn't work the past six quarters.

It's not a bad idea. It'd be easier with a great ball handling wing like Hayward, but we may as well see if it will work
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 09:57:37 PM
Jayson Tatum looks like the french fry cooker at McDonalds who is always busy but nevertheless initiates conversations with customers "I got you"
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 09:58:05 PM
After these two games winning in Boston is anything but a certainty
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 09:58:11 PM
C's don't deserve this game.  just too stupid.  should be forced to forfeit their paychecks for the game.  that might wake them up for game 5

This has to be one of the dumbest games we've had this year, yet we somehow only have 3 TOs. From the coaching (both rotations and defensive schemes) to the players (dumb shot selection and miscommunication defensively), there have been numerous poor decisions made tonight.

It is a really weird game.  We only have 3 turnovers, we have more offensive rebounds than the cavs, we have more made 3's, but they are shooting 61% from the field and are getting anything and everything they want when they have the ball.  Guys just need to play better on def, and stop switching when Rozier is involved. 

Maybe start Baynes in the 2nd half.  He had a really good 1st half.  Defended well, got some dunks, but him back in the starting lineup.

Morris kills our offensive flow to start with him being hellbent on shooting any and everything the minute he gets the ball. Doesn't matter if it's contested or not. It's annoying.  Those small lineups are especially hard when Al doesn't show up ready to go.

We need to make some type of adjustment.  Baynes hasn't been terrible when he gets switched onto Lebron.  We gotta try and do something to improve our def or we have no chance of winning this game.  Start Baynes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kevins Gamble on May 21, 2018, 09:58:49 PM
Miraculously we're still not out of this game...but our margin for error in the second half is razor thin...we probably only have 1-2 more missed dunks, defensive breakdowns or dumb passes before the entire game unravels in our hands.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 09:59:08 PM
Jayson Tatum looks like the french fry cooker at McDonalds who is always busy but nevertheless initiates conversations with customers "I got you"

(http://i0.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/facebook/000/993/875/084.png)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 09:59:38 PM
After "Last Jedi", there is no way I am going to watch Solo in the theaters so enough with the commercials.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 09:59:41 PM
Watch, we're going to come out at the half with the same lineup and same game plan defensively.

Unlike last game, I do think we're still in this in the second half. I feel like we have a run in us still, but the defense HAS to be fixed for that to happen.

NO MORE ROZIER SWITCHES; IN FACT, STOP SWITCHING ALTOGETHER UNLESS THE CAVS ACTUALLY FORCE THE SWITCH BY THREATENING THE DRIVE.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 09:59:56 PM
Miraculously we're still not out of this game...but our margin for error in the second half is razor thin...we probably only have 1-2 more missed dunks, defensive breakdowns or dumb passes before the entire game unravels in our hands.

We need a bit of luck to go our way as well hopefully Korver starts missing in the second half
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 21, 2018, 10:00:29 PM
Cavs 61%
Celtics 37%

This is more or less 6 straight quarters of shooting 37%. That's enough, they can move on to higher percentages...preferably NOW.

I don't care what James is "doing" or how bad so and so is shooting, just hit some freaking shots already.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:01:29 PM
After "Last Jedi", there is no way I am going to watch Solo in the theaters so enough with the commercials.
(https://media.mnn.com/assets/images/2017/12/porg-star-war.jpg.653x0_q80_crop-smart.jpg)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:01:47 PM
Watch, we're going to come out at the half with the same lineup and same game plan defensively.

Unlike last game, I do think we're still in this in the second half. I feel like we have a run in us still, but the defense HAS to be fixed for that to happen.

NO MORE ROZIER SWITCHES; IN FACT, STOP SWITCHING ALTOGETHER UNLESS THE CAVS ACTUALLY FORCE THE SWITCH BY THREATENING THE DRIVE.

Yeah, gotta address the switching issue with rozier.  More Baynes please.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 10:01:49 PM
C's don't deserve this game.  just too stupid.  should be forced to forfeit their paychecks for the game.  that might wake them up for game 5

This has to be one of the dumbest games we've had this year, yet we somehow only have 3 TOs. From the coaching (both rotations and defensive schemes) to the players (dumb shot selection and miscommunication defensively), there have been numerous poor decisions made tonight.

From my vantage point, which, admittedly, doesn't mean much, if anything, lol, it would seem that Stevens showed his hand in game 1 and has been out of ideas, any ideas, ever since :-\.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:02:15 PM
Cavs 61%
Celtics 37%

This is more or less 6 straight quarters of shooting 37%. That's enough, they can move on to higher percentages...preferably NOW.

I don't care what James is "doing" or how bad so and so is shooting, just hit some freaking shots already.
brown needs to develop some passing. He forces shots when he's covered
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:02:29 PM
Jayson 1-5 Jaylen 3-12 and many of those were at the rim


The twosome also leading the team in minus.  Turn it around young ones.

Let's go C's!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:02:40 PM
Jayson Tatum looks like the french fry cooker at McDonalds who is always busy but nevertheless initiates conversations with customers "I got you"

(https://media.giphy.com/media/yrjFgHpvIxZ1S/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Atzar on May 21, 2018, 10:02:45 PM
Stop switching Rozier.  The Cavs are getting whatever they want on offense and it frequently starts with putting Rozier in a size mismatch and then attacking him.  Leave him on Hill, Smith, Korver, whatever, but stop allowing the Cavs to get him on Lebron or Thompson. 

Stop taking the first sort-of-open slop that presents itself on defense.  Move the basketball, get great looks.

Stop missing shots at the rim!  Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 10:03:05 PM
Brad Stevens looks like the guy who only goes to the gym to use the stepper
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:03:33 PM
Same lineup, but definitely like the energy that first possession had for us.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Big333223 on May 21, 2018, 10:03:37 PM
I don't think the problem is tactics, I think it's execution. Everyone playing stiff tonight. Even Horford has made some boneheaded plays on defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:03:41 PM
Need to start running this offense through Al more.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:03:53 PM
Horford with his 3rd field goal
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 10:04:01 PM
James done!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:04:24 PM
Holy Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. they didn't switch.  It's a miracle!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:04:32 PM
THANK YOU - no Rozier switch that time. Amazing that it took this long...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:04:32 PM
Good defense boys
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:04:38 PM
Lol JR
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:04:43 PM
Good start.  Big third -- let's go!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:04:46 PM
Hound them in defense like That
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:04:46 PM
Brown is a mess
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:04:53 PM
After these two games winning in Boston is anything but a certainty

agreed. no game is a GIMME.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:04:58 PM
They’ve made a change with switching which is good. And we need JR to keep playing hopefully the rest of this quarter
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 10:05:00 PM
Brown really sucks this game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 10:05:17 PM
What the hell was that jaylen??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:05:55 PM
Lebrick
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:06:07 PM
Hack a Lebron
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:06:21 PM
Still in it! But got to keep them from going on a run.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:06:25 PM
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Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:06:27 PM
What a brutally awful call
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:06:31 PM
What the hell was that jaylen??

Turns out that was a good foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:06:36 PM
I don't understand the continuation rule.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:06:40 PM
What a BS call.  Complete BS.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:06:48 PM
Got to score off these turnovers
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:06:57 PM
Wow. Morris is just finishing with footwork
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:07:02 PM
ARE YOU EFFING KIDDING ME...

They literally NEVER call that, but of course they call that there... What a joke. And that's not NEARLY as bad as they usually do.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:07:06 PM
How is that a foul???
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:07:13 PM
They seriously called that?? After literally dozens of times where it’s been called a defensive foul

And now the best LBJ defender has 4! Surprise?? Not at all
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:07:19 PM
 ARE YOU KIDDING ME??!??!?!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:07:27 PM
What a BS call.  Complete BS.

BS!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 10:07:28 PM
Lebron looks like the Rogaine spokesman who continues to show minimal results
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:07:29 PM
That call is the proof that these games are fixed
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:07:32 PM
What in the world?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: trickybilly on May 21, 2018, 10:07:32 PM
Oh dear. That is a truly terrible call.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:07:44 PM
Wow. Morris is just finishing with footwork

garbage call refs
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 10:07:45 PM
Oh pmease that kick out
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:07:47 PM
MUCH, MUCH, MUCH better effort and energy this half thus far. We look like the aggressors now and the Cavs look a bit shook.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 10:07:54 PM
WOW!!! That's one of the WORST calls I've ever seen!@!!@#
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:07:56 PM
OMG!!!!
no way!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:07:58 PM
So love runs across him snags his leg and somehow that’s a foul on Morris? That’s such BS
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:08:01 PM
Nice D adjustment.  Horford coming over on the switch.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:08:02 PM
How the hell is that a foul
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Atzar on May 21, 2018, 10:08:03 PM
I've seen much more blatant examples of that rule go uncalled. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:08:16 PM
JAYLEN!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 21, 2018, 10:08:22 PM
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Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:08:25 PM
How doesn't that three count the foul was after the shot
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:08:25 PM
The defense needs to continue to apply pressure. Block their passing lanes. Dont switch so much
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jambr380 on May 21, 2018, 10:08:30 PM
I'm just here to read other people's reactions to that call. Thank you for making me feel a little less crappy about it.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:09:02 PM
I don't want to hear Cavs fans complain about refs after that smh.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:09:02 PM
reggie miller got away with it!!


*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:09:02 PM
Nice D.  Jaylen should have dunked it -- made a tougher shot.

Having a hard time getting my head around that Morris call.  Looked like it should have been a 4 point play.  Very slight lift on his right leg -- looked to be in the flow if the shot.  COSTLY!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:09:03 PM
that was a Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ty call. Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ty.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:09:03 PM
 
I've seen much more blatant examples of that rule go uncalled.
Steph Curry does it almost every game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:09:16 PM
How doesn't that three count the foul was after the shot

Good Point!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:09:21 PM
I can't believe that call.......I just can't.....well I can because the nba makes thelmselves into a joke with their refs being fanboys.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:09:33 PM
I still can't believe that call. Virtually all shooters kick their leg out like that anymore to draw the foul, and they ALMOST ALWAYS call it a defensive foul.

I'm fine with that being called an offensive foul if they're consistent with it. The problem is - just like everything else with NBA officiating - it's not consistently called at all.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:09:34 PM
Nice D.  Jaylen should have dunked it -- made a tougher shot.

Having a hard time getting my head around that Morris call.  Looked like it should have been a 4 point play.  Very slight lift on his right leg -- looked to be in the flow if the shot.  COSTLY!!!!

Nope! No more Jaylen dunk attempts please!  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 10:09:37 PM
Jaylen plays so much better when Korver isnt blocking him
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 10:09:37 PM
**** morris hits the 3 point shot and they call offensive foul against him?  that is bull****!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:09:57 PM
nothing will change until brad and/or danny calls them out

we are just taking it bending over
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:09:59 PM
Nice D.  Jaylen should have dunked it -- made a tougher shot.

Having a hard time getting my head around that Morris call.  Looked like it should have been a 4 point play.  Very slight lift on his right leg -- looked to be in the flow if the shot.  COSTLY!!!!

The pass was too low to dunk. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:10:02 PM
reggie miller got away with it!!


*sippin*

He's the reason they made the rule.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:10:08 PM
How doesn't that three count the foul was after the shot

Good Point!
Because it’s cleveland
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:10:15 PM
that call should be a reality check

wake up Celtics's!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:10:16 PM
Nice D.  Jaylen should have dunked it -- made a tougher shot.

Having a hard time getting my head around that Morris call.  Looked like it should have been a 4 point play.  Very slight lift on his right leg -- looked to be in the flow if the shot.  COSTLY!!!!

I don't want Jaylen going for the dunk based on how this game has gone
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: G-Bones on May 21, 2018, 10:10:43 PM
Which ref made the crappy call against Morris? Fake league
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:10:54 PM
Still a good start to the quarter. Keep playing tight defense and get stops.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:11:14 PM
Nice D.  Jaylen should have dunked it -- made a tougher shot.

Having a hard time getting my head around that Morris call.  Looked like it should have been a 4 point play.  Very slight lift on his right leg -- looked to be in the flow if the shot.  COSTLY!!!!

Nope! No more Jaylen dunk attempts please!  :P


Ha -- truth
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:11:29 PM
That's the call you make to stop a run......
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:11:40 PM
Which ref made the crappy call against Morris? Fake league

I'm surprised it wasn't't a flagrant after Love fakes an injury for a minute...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:11:44 PM
There you go, Al!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:11:53 PM
Keep it up C's.

LBJ doing what he wants.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:11:54 PM
We look waaaay less afraid out there right now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:12:05 PM
either way, we are cutting into the lead.  keep up with the effort on d.
maybe having Terry scramble around on d might be disruptive either way.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:12:22 PM
My lord -- need something to fall.  Cavs have had their share tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:12:27 PM
Morris is doing better on d
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:12:35 PM
No threes. Get inside
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:12:36 PM
 I like the Horford love match up especially with love having four fouls
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:12:45 PM
My lord -- need something to fall.  Cavs have had their share tonight.
bricking free throws now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:13:07 PM
LeBron clears out on those drives.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:13:13 PM
 Big Al is God vs Love-

Me like start 🍷🍷
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:13:14 PM
How does Mark Jackson talk with his mouth full of James?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:13:19 PM
stay aggressive on offense guys, we are looking way better.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:13:26 PM
Not switching Rozier didn’t last long
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:13:33 PM
Let Lebron get his. Keep their other role players from getting hot.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:13:36 PM
How does Mark Jackson talk with his mouth full of James?

lol tp!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:13:42 PM
And here we go right back to the Rozier switches on Lebron... Leads right to a score, of course..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:13:59 PM
Tatum isn't given any leeway
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:14:00 PM
If it goes like this it will be 15 again soon.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:14:09 PM
If you insist on switching take out Rozier and put in Smart
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:14:12 PM
lebron willing his way to rim against terry. SMH

i guess it was a miracle we kepts him shooting jays the first two games.

if lebron gets to rim we are in big trouble as we see
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:14:14 PM
Another bad call.  That's not a foul on Tatum.  Scott Foster special.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:14:16 PM
Smart will make a positive difference if C's can get it close.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:14:20 PM
I think LeBron sense is that he has to take matters into his own hands right now as we have closed the gap we need to respond
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:14:20 PM
And here we go right back to the Rozier switches on Lebron... Leads right to a score, of course..

Like, seriously, it's Lebron. GO UNDER THE FREAKING SCREEN ON HIM! It's a win for us when he shoots a three...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:14:24 PM
Another crap call!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:14:32 PM
If it goes like this it will be 15 again soon.

yup we never learn
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:14:34 PM
And here we go right back to the Rozier switches on Lebron... Leads right to a score, of course..

god this is all on Brad.  We need to flash someone else in there.  Idiotic that we haven't changed the approach.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:14:52 PM
5 on love
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:15:01 PM
Gooooooood Tatum. 5 fouls on Love now.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:15:02 PM
Yep......Jack a bad 3 Tatum. Good job
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:15:05 PM
5 fouls on love lets get him fouled out!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:15:06 PM
That should be Love's 6th, but I'll take it
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:15:15 PM
That's big. If we can't take advantage of love on bench we will never win
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:15:28 PM
I feel like we’re better with Kevin love on the floor actually
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 10:15:32 PM
Nice.  Keep pushing the ball.  We wore Cleveland out in the first two games.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:15:54 PM
5 fouls on Love  :o
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:16:03 PM
Cavs are channeling the first quarter Celtics!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:16:12 PM
Scott Foster makes me tired...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:16:25 PM
james goes to rim at will and we jack a 3 that misses.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:16:25 PM
Right back to dumb defense and dumb shots offensively...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Atzar on May 21, 2018, 10:16:33 PM
I've seen enough quick threes to last me awhile. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:16:33 PM
Why do we keep jacking bad 3s
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:16:45 PM
Yes, please shoot more contested bricks with 20 seconds on the clock. Now THAT's going to bring us back into the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:16:48 PM
A dunk!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:16:50 PM
We made a dunk!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:16:51 PM
WE MADE A DUNK!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:16:55 PM
Awesome pass from rozier

Awesome dunk by Tatum
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:16:57 PM
We need Baynes in
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 10:16:57 PM
Is there an NBA rule that says Lebron James is allowed to push off with his off hand?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:17:06 PM
boy, that loss of 3-4 points on the morris call look really big now.

but celtics getting closer and closer. need great defense here.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:17:09 PM
And cavs answer with and-1
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:17:11 PM
OMG A DUNK!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:17:27 PM
Come on let’s get some stops. Oh no Morris What have you done
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:17:28 PM
Now Morris is sitting
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:17:31 PM
Cavs prayers are falling.  None of C's are.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:17:34 PM
Is this team's MO flopping?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:17:36 PM
hey, tatum made a dunk
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:17:40 PM
morris about gone.  looks like 9 to 11 range is the best we can do after these crappy starts
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:17:43 PM
Just awful defense.  We're letting them just straight line drive to the hoop.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:17:52 PM
why are we playing so scared on our def on James.  Stop the dribble penetration.  Lebron isn't that quick.  Force him to run you over or give up the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:17:52 PM
james goes to rim at will and we jack a 3 that misses.

I can't take this street ball crap. Just dumb add offense
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:17:58 PM
Yeah, Brad, you know, maybe if we didn't, like, switch EVERY EFFING SCREEN you wouldn't get these freaking mismatches leading to fouls...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:18:02 PM
That wasn't a foul. Hill jumped into him
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:18:07 PM
so Hill throws himself on Morris and the foul is on Morris?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:18:08 PM
Go Terry!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:18:09 PM
Nice move rozier
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:18:14 PM
We cut it to 9, then they go on a 6-0 run. Every single time it seems
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 10:18:15 PM
If only the best defensive team in the NBA could, you know, play some good defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:18:23 PM
Lol Hill getting away with the classic Blake Griffen “I’m going to hold you’re arm down with my off hand and not get called for the offensive foul”
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:18:25 PM
Rozier fouled at the 3
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RGow8 on May 21, 2018, 10:18:28 PM
Brown has actually been fine defending James 1 on 1 overall, stop switching  just stay on him with Jaylen.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:18:33 PM
We need Baynes in

x2
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: mainevent on May 21, 2018, 10:18:35 PM
I can't STAND Kendrick Perkins. Why is he always the one standing up barking? He was a scrub when he played for us and he's been a scrub his whole career. He's nothing but a 6'10 300 lb cheerleader!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:18:37 PM
Is there an NBA rule that says Lebron James is allowed to push off with his off hand?

YES!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:18:37 PM
That wasn't a foul. Hill jumped into him

Offensive foul...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:18:39 PM
Rozier just got bailed out on a TERRIBLE shot on the fastbreak..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:18:42 PM
Bad shot from Terry but this could be the break we need
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:18:45 PM
Should be a tech on Smith there
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:18:48 PM
I hate that pull up 3 in transition, but I'll take it there.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:18:51 PM
Wow clears out with his left arm and gets to the line
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:19:05 PM
james goes to rim at will and we jack a 3 that misses.

I can't take this street ball crap. Just dumb add offense

i feel ur pain
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:19:10 PM
Rozier just got bailed out on a TERRIBLE shot on the fastbreak..

We need to be smarter on fastbreaks
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:19:14 PM
Oh geeze, guys, look what happens when you don't just walk right into the switch with Rozier on Lebron  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 10:19:19 PM
We cut it to 9, then they go on a 6-0 run. Every single time it seems

I'm not sure which I dislike more—getting crushed by 30, or hovering around 10-15 behind for an entire game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:19:20 PM
looked like a bailout call for the C's there
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:19:30 PM
And a bad call in our favor. 

Come on Terry - -- got to make em.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:19:30 PM
Rozier just got bailed out on a TERRIBLE shot on the fastbreak..

Maybe not...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:19:34 PM
Oh come on Terry.  Seriously.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:19:36 PM
oh man I was screaming NOOOOOO terry don't take that 3.  but he will get 3 fts...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:19:42 PM
We're definitely still in it! Game 3 was already over at this point.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:19:56 PM
Rozier just got bailed out on a TERRIBLE shot on the fastbreak..

And he misses 2 out of 3...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:20:10 PM
Lol 1 touch foul and they complain.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:20:15 PM
scary terry making appearance- and then bricking free throws-ugh
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:20:15 PM
Rozier sucks
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:20:18 PM
Rozier just got bailed out on a TERRIBLE shot on the fastbreak..
It's only a bailout if you can make your free throws.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:20:19 PM
need to make those FT Rozier
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:20:28 PM
Man we messed up that transition bad
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:20:39 PM
BENCH Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ING ROZIER NOW!! HE'S SINGLE-HANDEDLY RUINING THIS COMEBACK WITH HIS TERRIBLE BBIQ AND SHOT SELECTION!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:20:40 PM
we could have got this lead to single digits.  make your [dang] fts!
smh
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:20:47 PM
The Cavs are trying to give this away and we blow it
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:20:52 PM
I'm going to be so mad if that Morris 4-point play being taken away is the difference tonight
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 21, 2018, 10:20:53 PM
Rozier and Tatum could both lead a run here. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:20:58 PM
Haha Jr smith mad

Lebron mad
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:21:01 PM
We're going to lose this game on missed layups and dunks.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:21:08 PM
just get it to 6 at end of 3rd
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:21:15 PM
We do not have the talent to play out of control. We need to be much more disciplined
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:21:21 PM
Also, how was that not a goaltend by Thompson?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:21:38 PM
LBJ incredulous.

Was that a goaltend by Thompson?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:21:42 PM
We are slowly chipping away at the lead
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:21:42 PM
Man we messed up that transition bad

Rozier is a terrible decision maker.  It blows my mind that anyone on this board could ever think that he makes Kyrie expendable.  Just, poor, poor decision making by a point guard.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:21:51 PM
that replay looked like the ball by Rozier was over the basket on the Thompson block
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:22:03 PM
And bad defense
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:22:08 PM
 What’s JR crying about it was clearly a foul
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 10:22:17 PM
we could have got this lead to single digits.  make your [dang] fts!
smh

Don't forget the dunks! ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:22:21 PM
that replay looked like the ball by Rozier was over the basket on the Thompson block

total goaltending
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:22:24 PM
these announcers must be paid by Lebron.  They are so f-ing biased for him.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:22:34 PM
We are slowly chipping away at the lead

not really. it is staying 10 or more   we cant get that push to get it to 6 or less
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:22:39 PM
that replay looked like the ball by Rozier was over the basket on the Thompson block
Isn't this reviewable?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:22:44 PM
No foul
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 21, 2018, 10:22:48 PM
Also, how was that not a goaltend by Thompson?

Clear goaltend.  Not just at its peak but falling downward.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:22:54 PM
Miss one King
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:23:11 PM
these announcers must be paid by Lebron.  They are so f-ing biased for him.

ESPN SUX
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:23:20 PM
Well, on the bright side we'll get to watch a ton of FTs this quarter! Exciting!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 10:23:30 PM
these announcers must be paid by Lebron.  They are so f-ing biased for him.

All sports media outside NE is nothing but LeBron's lapdogs.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 10:23:33 PM
They just cant get it to single digits. Rozier's free throws could've cut it down to 8.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:23:39 PM
5 points stolen by the refs.  MM's 3 and Rozier's layup. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:23:39 PM
I don't understand the back down rule either.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:23:46 PM
nice!!!!


we in this fam!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:23:51 PM
down 12 again LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:24:04 PM
Where is Baynes??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:24:13 PM
umm

help me

what did brown do?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:24:22 PM
If we could just capitalize and not make dumb freaking plays for a couple of minutes at a time, we could get this lead down to a couple of possessions.

The Cavs' play is just begging us to get back in this.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:24:37 PM
Also, how was that not a goaltend by Thompson?

Clear goaltend.  Not just at its peak but falling downward.

5 pts possibly 6 they've stolen from us. Hard to play through bad reffing when they take points away.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:24:46 PM
They're messing up

Take advantage
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:24:46 PM
umm

help me

what did brown do?

Nothing.  Standard Lebron call
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:24:54 PM
lebron gettin that same love jordan did
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 10:24:57 PM
Horford getting blocked by Green? SMH
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:25:05 PM
And it's 8
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:25:06 PM
That's what we want Tatum


Keep attacking the hoop
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 10:25:16 PM
Feed tatum!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:25:32 PM
YES!!

tatum!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:25:40 PM
And here comes the touch fouls for Lebron  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 10:27:25 PM
Wow refs gotta let that kinda contact go. It's the playoffs. They keep bailing lebron out.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 10:27:27 PM
Our whole team is going to foul out guarding Lebron with those touch foul calls.

In the meantime Horford can't buy a call going to the basket
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:27:27 PM
cavs are playing terrible, they are trying to hand this to us. ....cmon guys
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 10:27:27 PM
So now were gonna do the touch lebron it's a foul  game right?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:27:27 PM
The refs are just trying to take Jaylen out of the game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:27:27 PM
Jaylen commits some of the dumbest fouls I've ever seen.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 10:27:27 PM
Suddenly Brown's racking up the fouls. ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:27:27 PM
NEED SEMI TO POUND KEBRON

MAKE HIM SHOOT JAYS
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:27:33 PM
NO

i cant take this yaw

*sippin*

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:27:51 PM
The refs doubling down on bad calls...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:28:00 PM
Come on guys don’t lose composure we fought hard to get back into the game don’t get frustrated
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:28:05 PM
Time for some good old 8v5
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 10:28:06 PM
lebron gettin that same love jordan did

It's worse.  Much worse.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:28:06 PM
Lol get it to 8 and then here comes two VERY questionable touch fouls from the refs when they've been letting that stuff go for most of the game. Imagine that.  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:28:09 PM
replay it refs!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:28:10 PM
havent been able to post in awhile- site issues
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:28:10 PM
SMH here come the refs.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:28:21 PM
Jaylen commits some of the dumbest fouls I've ever seen.

that was a Lebron call. Can hardly fault Jaylen on that.  Its just what it is.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:28:22 PM
The NBA logo should be a cheap touch foul on Bronny!

Scott Foster Most Valuable ref...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:28:39 PM
Green clearly pushed Tatum there with his right arm.  I don't think Tatum is stupid enough to commit a foul that cheap on Hill.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:28:39 PM
How many dumb, unnecessary fouls can we commit? I'm looking at you, Brown, Tatum, and Smart.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:28:51 PM
C's put together a few good plays to chip it down to less than 10 and then they make several stupid plays to let the Cavs build the lead again.  infuriating.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:28:52 PM
$%&**$####@@@@@!!!!

*sippin*

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 10:28:56 PM
NEED SEMI TO POUND KEBRON

MAKE HIM SHOOT JAYS

LeBron knows he's getting friendly whistles. He'll just keep initiating contact to get the whistle. He's not even driving anymore, he's getting whistles for just sizing up his man now.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:28:59 PM
On the bright side, we're still well in this! Down just 9 at the moment  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 10:29:03 PM
These touch foul calls are getting to our young guys. Gotta keep our composure.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:29:15 PM
Tough sequence.  Looked like Jayson pushed and Marcus just steamrolled. 

Meanwhile Terry having a game -- 13/6/8 with 2 steals.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:29:15 PM
Refs going into can't touch leroid mode.

They won't let this game get away from clevland.

If I had a dime for every game I've seen nba refs do this for favored teams, I'd be a rich man.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:29:16 PM
Guys.

Tatum fouled him. Jeff Green barely touched him. Stop it.

Now that call on Marcys.....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:29:19 PM
They want an epic game five - love the refs - three blindmen
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:29:21 PM
Jaylen commits some of the dumbest fouls I've ever seen.

that was a Lebron call. Can hardly fault Jaylen on that.  Its just what it is.
No, that was rather obvious and totally unnecessary. It's going to get called 10 times out of 10.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:29:37 PM
C's just need to keep their composure right now.  One possession at a time.  This is a game right now.  Need to finish the quarter strong and not let the Cavs extend the lead.  10 or less at the end of the quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 21, 2018, 10:29:50 PM
lebron gettin that same love jordan did

It's worse.  Much worse.
the problem is that lebrons whole team gets the treatment
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:30:01 PM
Refs not going to let Celtics get it down to 5.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:30:10 PM
Time for some good old 8v5

yeah everytime we seem poised to give them a scare a ticky tack call is made. cant beat city hall

up to brad and DA to do something
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:30:30 PM
Guys.

Tatum fouled him. Jeff Green barely touched him. Stop it.

Now that call on Marcys.....

That one was 50/50. Should've been a no-call, as they've been letting a lot more contact go elsewhere.

The Jaylen "foul" was bogus, though. That's incidental contact that has been let go all game long. Simply no consistency.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:30:57 PM
finish the quarter strong, get it down to 8 or so points. doable.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:31:06 PM
On the bright side, we're still well in this! Down just 9 at the moment  ;D


Unfortunately, missed a couple chances to cut deeper into the lead.  Got to score every time as LBJ is virtually unstoppable so far tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:31:07 PM
NEED SEMI TO POUND KEBRON

MAKE HIM SHOOT JAYS

LeBron knows he's getting friendly whistles. He'll just keep initiating contact to get the whistle. He's not even driving anymore, he's getting whistles for just sizing up his man now.

yup. you are correct sadly. our plans worked at home but not here
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:31:16 PM
Jaylen commits some of the dumbest fouls I've ever seen.

that was a Lebron call. Can hardly fault Jaylen on that.  Its just what it is.
No, that was rather obvious and totally unnecessary. It's going to get called 10 times out of 10.

Except the other 9 times that type of contact was let go this game?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:31:32 PM
Yes, the missed layups and dunks hurt, but man that Morris 4-point play being taken away looks real brutal now.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:31:55 PM
Guys.

Tatum fouled him. Jeff Green barely touched him. Stop it.

Now that call on Marcys.....

That one was 50/50. Should've been a no-call, as they've been letting a lot more contact go elsewhere.

The Jaylen "foul" was bogus, though. That's incidental contact that has been let go all game long. Simply no consistency.

Whatever happened to playoffs being allowed to be more physical? Oh.....that's right it can't happen if leroid loses.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:32:18 PM
How does Tatum lose Korver on the break like that? lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: nickagneta on May 21, 2018, 10:32:20 PM
$%&**$####@@@@@!!!!

*sippin*
My man! So am I.

*sippin*

Going down smooth for a Cs win
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:32:23 PM
Jaylen commits some of the dumbest fouls I've ever seen.

that was a Lebron call. Can hardly fault Jaylen on that.  Its just what it is.
No, that was rather obvious and totally unnecessary. It's going to get called 10 times out of 10.

Except the other 9 times that type of contact was let go this game?

Its incidental contact. Both players are playing that way. Its a non call if its not James on the other end of it. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:32:28 PM
Eric Lewis called that out of bounds on the C's.  Give me a break jerk.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:32:33 PM
I can’t believe Korver missed one
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:32:33 PM
Chances. Chances.   Come on.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:32:34 PM
Yes, the missed layups and dunks hurt, but man that Morris 4-point play being taken away looks real brutal now.
if the celtics play well, it is a close game. they missed easy shots, blame the celtics.

but still over a quarter to play folks. they can come back.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:32:46 PM
Guys.

Tatum fouled him. Jeff Green barely touched him. Stop it.

Now that call on Marcys.....

That one was 50/50. Should've been a no-call, as they've been letting a lot more contact go elsewhere.

The Jaylen "foul" was bogus, though. That's incidental contact that has been let go all game long. Simply no consistency.

Whatever happened to playoffs being allowed to be more physical? Oh.....that's right it can't happen if leroid loses.

BINGEAUX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: trickybilly on May 21, 2018, 10:33:09 PM
OK, so Scott Foster made that call, for all the conspiracy theorists out there...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:33:18 PM
Refs haven't been that bad today
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:33:32 PM
Jaylen commits some of the dumbest fouls I've ever seen.

that was a Lebron call. Can hardly fault Jaylen on that.  Its just what it is.
No, that was rather obvious and totally unnecessary. It's going to get called 10 times out of 10.

Except the other 9 times that type of contact was let go this game?
Come on. You never get away with running and chest bumping someone three feet above the three-point line.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:33:56 PM
we are in the bonus, attack the rim the rest of the quarter...
fts are points with no clock running
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 10:34:20 PM
Lol brutal Baynes.

We just arent taking advantage of easy points
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 10:34:21 PM
They just can't get over the hump. Too many bad plays and missed opportunities.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:34:24 PM
Yes, the missed layups and dunks hurt, but man that Morris 4-point play being taken away looks real brutal now.

like THANOS


(https://media1.tenor.com/images/3817a419f21b9459bc36bf4a38621938/tenor.gif?itemid=11753372)


snappin his finger

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:34:27 PM
The refs are garbage

Nance completely flopped
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:34:29 PM
down 11
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 10:34:32 PM
Smart playing terrible
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:34:33 PM
OK, so Scott Foster made that call, for all the conspiracy theorists out there...

If you don't think he'll redeem himself you must be new here.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:34:39 PM
C's getting outplayed on the boards and on the inside again
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:34:43 PM
Just keep this to a 6-8 point deficit by the end of the 3rd.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:34:44 PM
we are in the bonus, attack the rim the rest of the quarter...
fts are points with no clock running

agreed
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:34:48 PM
****wit refs
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:34:52 PM
Smart back to Dumb again
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:34:58 PM
Big plays by Nance.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:35:04 PM
Has Nance taken any shots that weren't at the line?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:35:04 PM
Smart with the most untimely turnovers this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:35:05 PM
These refs ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:35:11 PM
Jaylen commits some of the dumbest fouls I've ever seen.

that was a Lebron call. Can hardly fault Jaylen on that.  Its just what it is.
No, that was rather obvious and totally unnecessary. It's going to get called 10 times out of 10.

Except the other 9 times that type of contact was let go this game?
Come on. You never get away with running and chest bumping someone three feet above the three-point line.

Smart literally does that all game long... That type of physical, tough D on the perimeter regularly gets let go. It's incidental contact.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:35:13 PM
Would be nice if these guys decide to swallow their whistles in the 4Q and let the players play a little.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:35:14 PM
They just can't get over the hump. Too many bad plays and missed opportunities.

keep shooting ourselves in the feet
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:35:36 PM
Larry Nance has 7 free throws....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 10:35:38 PM
Why the crap is Smart still chucking threes??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:35:38 PM
Smart's been pure garbage tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:35:47 PM
Jesus Christ, Smart...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:35:48 PM
Lol got to wait until its a miss before blowing that whistle.

They're not even trying now.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 10:35:55 PM
Really a Smart 3?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:36:00 PM
A "good" quarter, and we are right where we started. Good job, good effort.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:36:11 PM
Jaylen commits some of the dumbest fouls I've ever seen.

that was a Lebron call. Can hardly fault Jaylen on that.  Its just what it is.
No, that was rather obvious and totally unnecessary. It's going to get called 10 times out of 10.

Except the other 9 times that type of contact was let go this game?
Come on. You never get away with running and chest bumping someone three feet above the three-point line.

He literally just ran into him. I'm not sure how that's not a foul?

With that said, Tatum can't buy a call.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:36:12 PM
Why the crap is Smart still chucking threes??

Cause Brad has him in the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 10:36:15 PM
More bad three pointers and missed dunks.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:36:17 PM
another missed dunk
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:36:18 PM
late

late whistles..!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:36:18 PM
charge on cleveland there.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:36:28 PM
Nance completely hacked tatum
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:36:30 PM
That looks like it's game.  Smart's sequences killed us.

I hate Smart's iso's.  I don't care if he has a mismatch.  If he isn't PnRing to drive and pass, then just pass the Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.n ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:36:43 PM
Would be nice if these guys decide to swallow their whistles in the 4Q and let the players play a little.

Wait until its out of reach.....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:36:57 PM
Brad went to that super small lineup and we got killed instantly, losing all the ground we gained...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 10:36:59 PM
Game five here we come... all tied up
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:37:01 PM
wasted opportunity
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:37:07 PM
Just gave the game back in the last couple of minutes.  Had it to 8.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:37:20 PM
correct me if I'm wrong, but if you hit the hand when shooting, that's a foul.  am I missing something there?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:37:23 PM
Lol like what the F were we doing on that jumpball?? We weren't even set up to have an advantage to tip it to...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:37:23 PM
we are in the bonus, we are terrible at being aggressive.
Smart stop taking 3s.  my god bad shots are killing us.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 21, 2018, 10:37:26 PM
Can we get a fing call when going to the rim!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:37:27 PM
Korver has more heart and grit than our whole team combined right now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: JHTruth on May 21, 2018, 10:37:27 PM
That looks like it's game.  Smart's sequences killed us.

I hate Smart's iso's.  I don't care if he has a mismatch.  If he isn't PnRing to drive and pass, then just pass the ****n ball.

Dude is a scrub. Unless the shot clock is at 1 he should never shoot
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:37:28 PM
We've been in the bonus for a long time in both the 2nd and 3rd, yet we keep jacking up iso-3s or long 2's smh.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:37:32 PM
These guys can't get it together
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:37:34 PM
ha ha ha...is that the 4th missed dunk or 5th?  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:37:39 PM
They are beating us on the hustle plays right now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:37:40 PM
well we better hope we can flip a switch and win at home games 5 and 7

we wont win game 6 if we cant win this one. cavs were prime to only win one at home.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 10:37:44 PM
Rest up for game 5 cuz this Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. is over
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:37:48 PM
Getting outhustled by Korver and Hill.  C's should be embarrassed.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:37:49 PM
We lose the hustle points.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jambr380 on May 21, 2018, 10:37:53 PM
Marcus Smart is just so bad at everything that has to do with putting the ball in the hoop. I just can't believe he keeps launching 3s.

And what a way to finish a hard fought quarter...very disappointing effort and decision making these past couple of minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:38:07 PM
Man all that work in the 3rd, wasted in the last 90 seconds.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:38:10 PM
Just gave the game back in the last couple of minutes.  Had it to 8.

yup, absolutely no poise.  we play dumb way too much to give ourselves a chance.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:38:26 PM
Cleveland's just playing harder than us right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:38:41 PM
so..fingers are a part of the ball now

give lebron the memo
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:38:48 PM
13 down going into the 4th. It’s not out of the realm of possibility, let’s see what our team is made of
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:38:53 PM
Cleveland just wants this game. Period.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:38:54 PM
That's a hell of a play by Smart there. One of his few good plays in an otherwise terrible game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 21, 2018, 10:39:02 PM
Marcus Smart is just so bad at everything that has to do with putting the ball in the hoop. I just can't believe he keeps launching 3s.

And what a way to finish a hard fought quarter...very disappointing effort and decision making these past couple of minutes.
Yeah, he absolutely just stops the offence. See ya marcus
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:39:04 PM
correct me if I'm wrong, but if you hit the hand when shooting, that's a foul.  am I missing something there?
it's a foul

The problem is the refs are swallowing their whistles because of king james
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:39:08 PM
Man all that work in the 3rd, wasted in the last 90 seconds.

yup
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:39:11 PM
Would be nice if these guys decide to swallow their whistles in the 4Q and let the players play a little.

Wait until its out of reach.....
It's been out of reach since the first quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:39:12 PM
roz was out right?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:39:13 PM
nice last second bucket but they buried themselves in the last 3 minutes of that quarter with more stupid play
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: The One on May 21, 2018, 10:39:21 PM
Tatum cries too much.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:39:26 PM
Lebron with 35 points. Unfortunately we let Korver, Nance and others get hot.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:39:32 PM
13 down going into the 4th. It’s not out of the realm of possibility, let’s see what our team is made of

we keep saying this LOL they will screw it up keep watching!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:39:36 PM
wasted opportunity
If it goes 7 the rest of the Cavs will show up and I wouldn't bet against LeBron.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PhoSita on May 21, 2018, 10:39:36 PM
It makes me sad when the Celts game is effectively over before I even get home from work.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:39:39 PM
Sound off -- what happened at the end of the quarter -- final shot, I couldn't tell.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 21, 2018, 10:39:40 PM
I mean, we blow in the first quarter and play even the rest of the game.  But have to stop blowing in the first quarter.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:39:51 PM
well, at least the Caps are winning!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GreenEnvy on May 21, 2018, 10:39:53 PM
Celtics lost their **** after the broken play that they didn’t come up with the lose ball and resulted in the Nance and-1.

Gotta come up with those loose balls. Celtics are just a half-step too slow on almost everything.

Gonna need a Herculean performance here in the fourth.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:39:58 PM
cavs stopped passing ball again and we couldnt capitalize and sustain a big run-
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:39:58 PM
We've been in the bonus for a long time in both the 2nd and 3rd, yet we keep jacking up iso-3s or long 2's smh.

Driving more doesn't help if the refs aren't calling anything. All it results in is missed dunks/layups through contact
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:40:06 PM
well we better hope we can flip a switch and win at home games 5 and 7

we wont win game 6 if we cant win this one. cavs were prime to only win one at home.

if we can't play smarter than we have tonight, game 5 is getting really scary. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:40:08 PM
LOVE IT!!!!!!

nice way to end the 3rd fam!!!

*SIPPIN*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:40:09 PM
correct me if I'm wrong, but if you hit the hand when shooting, that's a foul.  am I missing something there?
it's a foul

The problem is the refs are swallowing their whistles because of king james
ok, just wanted to make sure there wasn't a rule change I hadn't heard of
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 10:40:13 PM
Korver has more heart and grit than our whole team combined right now

I think the effort is there tonight, they're just not executing.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:40:23 PM
Rozier should have jumped on the floor for that loose ball

I miss rondo
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 21, 2018, 10:40:30 PM
Marcus Smart just can't figure out when not to shoot the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 10:40:31 PM
Man all that work in the 3rd, wasted in the last 90 seconds.

yup

Nance Jr was a huge spark for them. Had a quick 5 points and then the block tatum.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:40:34 PM
Cleveland just wants this game. Period.

this game was winnable for us. we were not prepared two games in a row. unacceptable. too little too late now. we need to attack all game next game and keep lebron OPOUTSIDE
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:41:01 PM
If you want to beat LeBron...you might need Kawhi.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:41:10 PM
We've been in the bonus for a long time in both the 2nd and 3rd, yet we keep jacking up iso-3s or long 2's smh.

Driving more doesn't help if the refs aren't calling anything. All it results in is missed dunks/layups through contact

That's how Scott Foster makes his do ra me!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 10:41:12 PM
The largest caveat is the Cavs turnovers.

But the Celtics have competed since the lead got to 19 and that's not good enough obviously, but it's better than rolling over and dying. Which they have time to do, but hopefully LeBron takes a break.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 10:41:19 PM
Are we gonna give Horford a pass? He’s invisible somebody put him on a milk carton this is ridiculous. I could live with his misses demand the [dang] ball though and at least try to go to work
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 10:41:32 PM
Marcus Smart just can't figure out when not to shoot the ball.

He's not doing what he should be, which is trying to impact the game with his energy. Guess it doesn't work on the road when the crowd is against you.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:41:46 PM
Cleveland just wants this game. Period.

this game was winnable for us. we were not prepared two games in a row. unacceptable. too little too late now. we need to attack all game next game and keep lebron OPOUTSIDE
still is winnable. but they have to execute and shooter almost perfectly to do so. doable.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:41:54 PM
I'll admit, I'm at least encouraged we stayed in this game and had numerous chances to come back. Gives me faith for Game 5. Not like Game 3 where the game was legit over with 10 minutes left in the 3rd.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:41:54 PM
Korver has more heart and grit than our whole team combined right now

I think the effort is there tonight, they're just not executing.
Trying to do too much isn't effort, it's dumb basketball.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:41:56 PM
If you want to beat LeBron...you might need Kawhi.
if we had kyrie and Hayward, this game wouldn't even be close. Kyrie puts up buckets and if he was cold we'd have Hayward doing it
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 10:42:12 PM
It’s looking like Celtics in 7
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:42:12 PM
The Nance follow and one was cruel.   Good D -- Lebron almost pulls out the reach back catch and shot -- but falls out and Nance gets the follow and foul.  Geesh -- that one hurt.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:42:17 PM
Back to 10
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 10:42:27 PM
The largest caveat is the Cavs turnovers.

But the Celtics have competed since the lead got to 19 and that's not good enough obviously, but it's better than rolling over and dying. Which they have time to do, but hopefully LeBron takes a break.
hes not they know how important this game is expect him to play the rest of the way. Also he’s just roaming on defense need to find a way to find the open man somebody’s gotta be open
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 10:42:34 PM
They also seem to give up on effort as soon as Cavs put up a shot. They get boxed out or out of defensive position that is killing them.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 21, 2018, 10:42:36 PM
We need to cut this lead to about 6 with 5 minutes left in the game or we lose it.

Let's do this!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:42:51 PM
Nice, Rozier. Now come on, guys and make a run while Lebron is on the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:43:00 PM
It’s looking like Celtics in 7
sounds about right. i'll take that.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:43:05 PM
If you want to beat LeBron...you might need Kawhi.

meh beat him in 08 and 2010 coulda beat him in 2012. give me kyrie and GH and we beat him nbext year. also need to upgrade with a big who can score behind horford. love theis but we need a scorer
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:43:06 PM
If you want to beat LeBron...you might need Kawhi.
if we had kyrie and Hayward, this game wouldn't even be close. Kyrie puts up buckets and if he was cold we'd have Hayward doing it

Oh, I planned to keep them too.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:43:21 PM
Play D. Get stops
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:43:24 PM
Nice Jaylen.  Keep it going.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 10:43:24 PM
Horford commits a foul and owns it.  Lebron would be whining.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:43:29 PM
How about a freaking foul for Brown there??
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 10:43:32 PM
We've been in the bonus for a long time in both the 2nd and 3rd, yet we keep jacking up iso-3s or long 2's smh.

Driving more doesn't help if the refs aren't calling anything. All it results in is missed dunks/layups through contact

This. Tatum should have like 10 more FTs than he has.

Refs are calling it at only one end. It's OK though, LeBron sells a lot of cans of Sprite.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:43:42 PM
If you want to beat LeBron...you might need Kawhi.
if we had kyrie and Hayward, this game wouldn't even be close. Kyrie puts up buckets and if he was cold we'd have Hayward doing it
Problem isn't stopping LeBron, problem is not getting killed by Larry Nance.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:43:46 PM
Are we gonna give Horford a pass? He’s invisible somebody put him on a milk carton this is ridiculous. I could live with his misses demand the [dang] ball though and at least try to go to work


(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61OdyCOXQuL._UY445_.jpg)

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:43:48 PM
If you want to beat LeBron...you might need Kawhi.
if we had kyrie and Hayward, this game wouldn't even be close. Kyrie puts up buckets and if he was cold we'd have Hayward doing it

Oh, I planned to keep them too.

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:43:56 PM
If you want to beat LeBron...you might need Kawhi.
if we had kyrie and Hayward, this game wouldn't even be close. Kyrie puts up buckets and if he was cold we'd have Hayward doing it

Oh, I planned to keep them too.
I mean kyrie and hayward negates the need for kawhi. That's my opinin
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:43:57 PM
I think we just spotted them to big a lead
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:44:07 PM
Why does Brad go big when Thompson is not on the floor?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:44:19 PM
THROW IT UP TO FREAKING BAYNES YOU IDIOT, ROZIER! Stop being freaking selfish!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:44:21 PM
Uncle Jeff travels
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:44:28 PM
94 pts with almost the entire 4Q to go...ugh
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 10:44:43 PM
C's are just never in a position to get a rebound.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:44:43 PM
They don't miss.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:44:46 PM
Rozier with the quick YMCA 3-PT shot and miss
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:44:53 PM
Dumb threes.... So many dumb threes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:45:00 PM
beautiful BROWN!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:45:01 PM
Just chuck them away, Rozier.. Not like Brad is going to do anything about it anyways...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:45:03 PM
Glad we got this thing about quick, dumb threes sorted out.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:45:03 PM
Stop shooting Rozier.  What the .....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 10:45:17 PM
Why are they switching for no Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ing reason?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:45:22 PM
baynes getting destroyed
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:45:52 PM
There we go Jaylen!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:46:01 PM
And-1

That's what we want brown
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:46:06 PM
Rozier with the quick YMCA 3-PT shot and miss

YMCA  BWAHAHAHAHAHA  good one
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:46:06 PM
jeff got tha lebron face
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:46:09 PM
How about you flex when we get it down to a two-possession game?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:46:17 PM
That's more like it Jaylen.  I don't care how many fluke plays Korver makes.  He can't guard anybody.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:46:23 PM
Brown made the free throw
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jackpercussion on May 21, 2018, 10:46:25 PM
Is Al Horford even playing tonight?
He should be playing for the baby dinosaurs.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:46:26 PM
Just chuck them away, Rozier.. Not like Brad is going to do anything about it anyways...

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 10:46:30 PM
Get rozier the hell out of there!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:46:37 PM
How about you flex when we get it down to a two-possession game?

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:46:40 PM
We got a stop
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:46:44 PM
big time brown!$
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:46:44 PM
JAYLEN!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:46:54 PM
We scored off a stop!!

Finally
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:46:54 PM
Brown's finally playing like he did in the first 2 games.  no more getting schooled by Korver apparently
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:46:56 PM
There we go!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:46:56 PM
BAYNES cleared the lane!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 10:47:09 PM
Marcus Smart is just so bad at everything that has to do with putting the ball in the hoop. I just can't believe he keeps launching 3s.

And what a way to finish a hard fought quarter...very disappointing effort and decision making these past couple of minutes.

He's been atrocious, but the rest of the team hasn't been much better, either, imo, and what's really telling is how Kevin Love has long been in foul trouble and we still cannot make any sort of inroads against this which. That's frightening.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 21, 2018, 10:47:10 PM
It's not over yet!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 21, 2018, 10:47:21 PM
Cut it to six before the 5 minute mark and we are in this. Plenty of time. Just be patient on offense, get stops.

We can still do this.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:47:25 PM
BAYNES cleared the lane!!
keep doing that Baynes

Its opening things for brown and horford
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 10:47:30 PM
Still in this. Don't start playing stupid
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jackpercussion on May 21, 2018, 10:47:32 PM
I need to call out Horford more often.
You scrub:)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:47:32 PM
Get rozier the hell out of there!!!

and people bashed my boy larkin!

WE WANT LARKIN! LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:47:35 PM
Come on boys!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:47:38 PM
brown

3 the hard way!!!!



*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:47:41 PM
Just chuck them away, Rozier.. Not like Brad is going to do anything about it anyways...

JP, when are you interviewing for a coaching vacancy?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:47:45 PM
Love Jaylen dumping that off to Al instead of heat checking himself.  Terry or Smart would've shot that for sure.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:47:49 PM
Nice guys!

How about from now on we just play smart basketball attacking mismatches rather than jacking up quick threes early in the shotclock? Sound good?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:47:50 PM
BIG AL!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:47:54 PM
Notice how those scores had nothing to do with rozier and smart


These 2 are killing us on offense with their low iq moves
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:47:58 PM
 Down to eight, that’s the cue for Lue to bring back LeBum
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:48:02 PM
Still in this. Don't start playing stupid

GOOD LUCK WIT DAT!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 21, 2018, 10:48:03 PM
Make'm think about it...think about losing Cavs...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 21, 2018, 10:48:06 PM
Take it to Love, get him out of the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:48:12 PM
It's not over yet!

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:48:18 PM
Loving the energy after going down a bit- dont quit!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:48:21 PM
8 points. doable folks.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:48:22 PM
Here comes Lebron.

Time for Al to come alive.   And Mr. Smart to make his presence known.   

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:48:25 PM
Mark Jackson and Van Gundy were ready to fondle Korver after the game with all the praise they were giving his defense.  It was all fluke plays.  Now he's getting abused like he normally does.  Keep attacking.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:48:30 PM
larry nance jr is not a smart bb player.  him and korver have al in a double team and he dunks on them. lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:48:32 PM
Get rozier the hell out of there!!!

and people bashed my boy larkin!

WE WANT LARKIN! LOL
that's the thing with Larkin

He doesn't chuck shots like rozier

He does the smart pass or lob
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:48:49 PM
Just chuck them away, Rozier.. Not like Brad is going to do anything about it anyways...

JP, when are you interviewing for a coaching vacancy?

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:48:51 PM
Take it to Love, get him out of the game.

^^^
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:48:55 PM
BIG AL!!!
More of this please
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:49:06 PM
Take it to Love, get him out of the game.
THIS.or do the Paul pierce pump fake  foul
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:49:07 PM
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41uPzfK4LjL.jpg)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:49:26 PM
8 points. doable folks.

we just getting teased. a good start and we should be winning.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:49:27 PM
Get rozier the hell out of there!!!

and people bashed my boy larkin!

WE WANT LARKIN! LOL
that's the thing with Larkin

He doesn't chuck shots like rozier

He does the smart pass or lob

Seeing how they’re abusing Rozier on defense imagine what they’d do to Larkin
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:49:37 PM
Notice how those scores had nothing to do with rozier and smart


These 2 are killing us on offense with their low iq moves

i  agree.  both guys have killed our offense tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:49:43 PM
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41uPzfK4LjL.jpg)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 21, 2018, 10:49:54 PM
The problem has been exerting energy just to get below 10 and then they get it right back.  And of course, here come James.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 21, 2018, 10:49:55 PM
This is the most we could ask for.  Got a chance to steal one on the road.  And our big 4 are all engaged and contributing rn.  Give me a Terry trey bomb to make things interesting right meow pls.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:49:56 PM
Get rozier the hell out of there!!!

and people bashed my boy larkin!

WE WANT LARKIN! LOL
that's the thing with Larkin

He doesn't chuck shots like rozier

He does the smart pass or lob

correct. i never annointed him as a scorer but he makes passes!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:50:15 PM
Get rozier the hell out of there!!!

and people bashed my boy larkin!

WE WANT LARKIN! LOL
that's the thing with Larkin

He doesn't chuck shots like rozier

He does the smart pass or lob

Seeing how they’re abusing Rozier on defense imagine what they’d do to Larkin

sigh
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:50:24 PM
Just chuck them away, Rozier.. Not like Brad is going to do anything about it anyways...

JP, when are you interviewing for a coaching vacancy?

Soon. Funnily enough, it's right about the time you start teaching that seminar on "Coaching Apologism 101" at the local university.  ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 21, 2018, 10:50:25 PM
8 points. doable folks.

we just getting teased. a good start and we should be winning.
yep, and that gives me a lot of hope for this series.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 10:50:29 PM
Lebron looks like the token honorary black Amish representative
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:50:31 PM
This would be the perfect time for Rozier and Smart to redeem themselves.

Big stretch coming up.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:50:35 PM
Get rozier the hell out of there!!!

and people bashed my boy larkin!

WE WANT LARKIN! LOL
that's the thing with Larkin

He doesn't chuck shots like rozier

He does the smart pass or lob

Seeing how they’re abusing Rozier on defense imagine what they’d do to Larkin

About as much as they've been doing to Rozier. There's a good chance he'd make up for that on O
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:50:40 PM
8 points. doable folks.

we just getting teased. a good start and we should be winning.
I keep waiting for the run - its felt like they were going to go on one since the 2nd half started
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 10:50:49 PM
OMFG, BOSTON FINALLY TOOK ADVANTAGE OF A MISMATCH IN TRANSITION :o. Be still my heart ::), and as for the rest of you, buy a lotto ticket ::).
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:50:58 PM
Another stop!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:51:10 PM
Ugh needed Al to hit that
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:51:18 PM
gotta hit that 3 al wide open bro
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:51:19 PM
Ugh, that would've been big, Al.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:51:33 PM
Really, run Horford off a screen for a wing three, that's the play?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:51:42 PM
Marcus not having his game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:51:54 PM
Rozier slips wearing the Kyrie 4 shoes
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 10:51:57 PM
Smart just can't help himself
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:52:08 PM
really? we work it down to 8 by driving and then we chuck a 3?  stupid basketball
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:52:19 PM
got to knock down open shots! ugh and no stupid TO’s
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:52:26 PM
Really, run Horford off a screen for a wing three, that's the play?

I was about to say.  Even though it got Al a good look, he's a set shooter, not someone who runs off of curls.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:52:34 PM
Nice try Jaylen with the flop
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:52:37 PM
Just chuck them away, Rozier.. Not like Brad is going to do anything about it anyways...

JP, when are you interviewing for a coaching vacancy?

Soon. Funnily enough, it's right about the time you start teaching that seminar on "Coaching Apologism 101" at the local university.  ;)

(http://i0.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/original/000/019/554/denzel.jpg)

Joke didn't stick, bud... Joke didn't stick.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:52:45 PM
Brad was infuriated at the back court call
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:52:46 PM
That would have been a truly ridiculous Call  if it had stood
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:52:53 PM
WHAT!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:53:01 PM
JUST RUN THE REST OF THE GAME WHATEVER HAPPENS HAPPENS  go to hoop

i am sick of smart and rozier missing jays
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 10:53:11 PM
Celtics missed more layups than Cavs free throws
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:53:29 PM
Nice Baynes!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:53:30 PM
Scott Foster with the fake backcourt violation....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:53:30 PM
Turn around Aaron!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 10:53:33 PM
No Rozier down the stretch please
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 10:53:37 PM
WTH is Baynes doing?!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 21, 2018, 10:53:42 PM
OH MY GOD!

Aaron Baynes had a FREE LANE! Ugh!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:53:53 PM
Baynes having NO IDEA he was open and the bench screaming at him pretty much sums up this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticD on May 21, 2018, 10:53:55 PM
Baynes needs to be told to go to the basket. Shoulda been a dunk or an and-1.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 21, 2018, 10:53:57 PM
That was clearly on Lebron, but okay
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:54:01 PM
our rock!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:54:01 PM
OH MY GOD!

Aaron Baynes had a FREE LANE! Ugh!

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:54:04 PM
Is the ball slippery with lubricant? Why does no one able  to grab it
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 21, 2018, 10:54:13 PM
We got it to 7 with more than 5. Close enough.

We are in this!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:54:19 PM
Ugh, have to hit free throws...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:54:22 PM
how do you come up with a loose ball in the lane and NOT immediately look for the rim?  should have been a dunk on that play
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 10:54:23 PM
That was clearly on Lebron, but okay


Agreed.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:54:26 PM
Take us home Baynes!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:54:30 PM
Love Baynes hustle
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:54:38 PM
So lucky Baynes picked up on that.  Completely blew the coverage on Korver.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:54:45 PM
come on team!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:55:11 PM
That's it, take out Baynes becase we're getting too many rebounds otherwise. Jeezus.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:55:15 PM
BAYNES

dont pause..realize where u at

DUNK IT!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:55:18 PM
Why take Baynes out!?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:55:22 PM
no excuse for two straight bad first quarters in this joke building. cost us tonite among other things
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:55:26 PM
We got it to 7 with more than 5. Close enough.

We are in this!
Back to 11
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:55:31 PM
come on [dang] it -- block out!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 21, 2018, 10:55:31 PM
Baynes deserves a max contract
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:55:40 PM
Another stupid quick 3.  Run the [dang] offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:55:50 PM
Good timeout Brad. Need a bucket here to stay in this.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:55:50 PM
Why take Baynes out!?
He's making it too tough on the Cavs to make uncontested putbacks.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 21, 2018, 10:55:51 PM
And there goes that lead again.

It all started because of the lack of rebounding.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:55:55 PM
From 7 to 11 in a millisecond.  Need to score.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:55:59 PM
Tatum is freaking killing us. Doesn't rebound the freaking ball on one end, and then puts up no freaking effort defensively against Lebron on the other end. Try and take a charge or foul the Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. out of Lebron and make him earn it at the stripe..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:56:08 PM
HARD FOUL ON JAMES!!!!  PLEASE!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:56:10 PM
Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. Tatum??  ran out of Lebron's way for that layup
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:56:14 PM
Good timeout Brad. Need a bucket here to stay in this.
We're not really in this, but sure.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 10:56:19 PM
I shouldn't be mad after this but I am. Just dumb basketball on the road.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:56:24 PM
no rrom for error at home. not good. tons of pressure on us next game and game 7 if we win game 5 that is.  this was the game ripe for the taking in cleveland. we knew they would play hard game 3. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:56:26 PM
Why did Brad take Baynes out? He would have been boxing love out on that play
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:56:27 PM
uhhhgggggg!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 10:56:29 PM
we just cant sustain our runs- crap
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 10:56:41 PM
JVG: "Lebron pushing, Tatum avoiding..."

Gave me a chuckle.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 10:56:48 PM
Why take Baynes out!?
He's making it too tough on the Cavs to make uncontested putbacks.


Yes -- that substitution surprised me. Baynes a needed presence.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:56:50 PM
Tatum is freaking killing us. Doesn't rebound the freaking ball on one end, and then puts up no freaking effort defensively against Lebron on the other end. Try and take a charge or foul the **** out of Lebron and make him earn it at the stripe..
LeBron in the open court...forget about it.  It's 2 points.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:56:52 PM
From 7 to 11 in a millisecond.  Need to score.

as expected. par for course
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:56:55 PM
We sure Baynes can't play some more minutes?

And yikes those last 30 seconds was killer.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PhoSita on May 21, 2018, 10:56:58 PM
Every time I think maybe I should tune in the game balloons to double digits again.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:57:11 PM
That's it, take out Baynes becase we're getting too many rebounds otherwise. Jeezus.

A whopping 16 minutes for our best two-way player tonight in a game where we're being outrebounded by 10 and have given up 9 offensive boards...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:57:11 PM
I love CBS but he doesn't seem to teach boxing out.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 10:57:13 PM
Why did Brad take Baynes out? He would have been boxing love out on that play
I assume he needed a blow. He's not exactly a model for stamina. But still...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 10:57:14 PM
trade brown and Rozier for Leonard ... those two play like glass
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 10:57:15 PM
And there goes that lead again.

It all started because of the lack of rebounding.

Taking Baynes out. He's The Celtics best player tonight but only playing 16 minutes...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 10:57:16 PM
Two very good look 3s and we brick them... what a shame
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 10:57:17 PM
We blew it. We had so many chances to take this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 21, 2018, 10:57:18 PM
Like I said earlier, when you give them a head start you have little margin for error.  We fight and claw just to get back to within 10 and two run outs and it’s gone.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:57:29 PM
Good timeout Brad. Need a bucket here to stay in this.
We're not really in this, but sure.

agreed
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 10:57:35 PM
Good timeout Brad. Need a bucket here to stay in this.
We're not really in this, but sure.
2 more and they're done.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 21, 2018, 10:57:36 PM
Obvious moral of the story tonight - do not go down by close to or by 20 points and expect to win. Celtics can absolutely beat the Cavs again. Don't think it'll be tonight, but I think other than playing better, they've figured some stuff out.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:57:52 PM
Every time I think maybe I should tune in the game balloons to double digits again.

We appreciate your sacrifice!  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 21, 2018, 10:57:55 PM
This is like going to the dentist.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 10:58:10 PM
(https://media.tenor.com/images/8767ba6a08ec2548e663182854a3a5fe/tenor.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GreenEnvy on May 21, 2018, 10:58:15 PM
Too many extra possessions we are giving up. See a lack of hustle in too many plays.

Lack of focus in my opinion. Game 3 was understandable to a degree. This game, though?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 10:58:33 PM
Why did Brad take Baynes out? He would have been boxing love out on that play

Dude's rotations are mind-boggling. Everytime that we've gone that small tonight we've been wrecked. It was going small like that at the end of the third that gave them back all that we had gained from the lead...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 10:58:39 PM
We blew it. We had so many chances to take this game.

yup was there for the taking.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 10:58:45 PM
From 7 to 11 in a millisecond.  Need to score.

as expected. par for course

Funny thing is, that's what the Golden st. Warriors will do to the Cavs.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 10:59:02 PM
I’m happier with the fight we showed in the second half though. It’s should at least give us some confidence going into game five. Our habit of starting slow killed us again
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 10:59:10 PM
That's it, take out Baynes becase we're getting too many rebounds otherwise. Jeezus.

yeah we needed WAY more baynes in this 2nd half.  I don't know why he didn't start.  Morris certainly hasn't done anything to slow down Lebron in this game. 

I don't get the thinking that Morris on Lebron is the only way we are going to win.  He did well on Lebron in the 1st game, where it was probably more Lebron playing poorly.  Since that game, he has run all over morris.  Failure to adjust to what is happening in THIS game is our big problem.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jackpercussion on May 21, 2018, 10:59:27 PM
Everyone think baynes starts next game?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 10:59:32 PM
Please play smart basketball the rest of the way. Early shot clock 3s are killing us
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 10:59:32 PM
This is the stretch. If CLE goes on a run here, game over. If Boston does, we got a chance.

If nothing changes in the next 2-3 minutes, we're doomed.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 10:59:34 PM
24 second
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 10:59:34 PM
We blew it. We had so many chances to take this game.

Yep.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 10:59:43 PM
Good looks passed up.  Shoot the ball.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 10:59:45 PM
I’m happier with the fight we showed in the second half though. It’s should at least give us some confidence going into game five. Our habit of starting slow killed us again
fight has been better this game.  stupidity has been off the charts though.  as a wise man once said, you can't cure stupid
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:00:11 PM
Lol so we pass up several wide open threes to get a tough turnaround, fadeaway jumper by Al?

Dumbest game we've had  this year, and it's not even close...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:00:13 PM
From 7 to 11 in a millisecond.  Need to score.

as expected. par for course

Funny thing is, that's what the Golden st. Warriors will do to the Cavs.

i take no pleasure in that knowing we coulda won this in 5 oh well
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:00:38 PM
Finally a blocking foul
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:00:38 PM
Everyone think baynes starts next game?

yes, he should have started this game!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 11:00:51 PM
Wow shocked they gave us that call
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:01:05 PM
SHOOT THE EFFING BALL AS SOON AS YOU CATCH IT, TATUM!! Stop freaking holding it and forcing crap that isn't there!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:01:10 PM
Brown actually made a free throW


We have a chance
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 21, 2018, 11:01:11 PM
It is a blocking foul! Jaylen is already trying to move away from the contact. What more do these people want him to do???
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:01:14 PM
I’m happier with the fight we showed in the second half though. It’s should at least give us some confidence going into game five. Our habit of starting slow killed us again
fight has been better this game.  stupidity has been off the charts though.  as a wise man once said, you can't cure stupid

i have called out our stupid play all year. now people finally see what i saw
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 11:01:15 PM
again, misfiring on 3's and not driving to the hoop which is what cuts into the lead. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:01:40 PM
Brown made 2 free throws

We have a chance  another stop
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 21, 2018, 11:01:44 PM
SHOOT THE EFFING BALL AS SOON AS YOU CATCH IT, TATUM!! Stop freaking holding it and forcing crap that isn't there!

For a guy who watched the Kobe Detail video 25 times about catch and shoot, he completely missed the whole point of it.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:01:55 PM
Embarrassing. Smarts first field goal happens now
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 11:01:59 PM
D
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:02:03 PM
Everyone think baynes starts next game?

He should've been starting since the second half of game 3. What makes you think it'll suddenly change now?? lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 11:02:08 PM
Good things happen when we go to the basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 11:02:32 PM
Marcus really can hit some crap.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 11:02:42 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/ioGHdAigUVdzq/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:02:51 PM
OK, let's go home.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:02:59 PM
BALLGAME
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:03:00 PM
Refs don't want us to get this one
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 11:03:10 PM
They are just abusing the Celtics
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 11:03:17 PM
Way too many stupid plays to win.  Nice assist to LeBron, MM.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 21, 2018, 11:03:18 PM
Best player in the NBA -- by far tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Eja117 on May 21, 2018, 11:03:21 PM
Refs don't want us to get this one
They sure don't
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:03:21 PM
Tatum has been absolute hot garbage tonight. Showing his rookie status.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 11:03:23 PM
Should be Baynes in there instead of Morris
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:03:43 PM
Refs don't want us to get this one
No, we don't want to get this one. p--- away half a quarter of work in 15 seconds... multiple times... isn't going to win you many games.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Eja117 on May 21, 2018, 11:03:44 PM
Best player in the NBA -- by far tonight.
Which ref are you talking about?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 11:03:54 PM
Not matching the intensity.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 11:03:54 PM
It's like every time they get it close they make two bone head plays
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:03:59 PM
gonna have to win TWO huge games at home now. forget game 6 this was ripe for the taking, refs wont let us win game 6
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 21, 2018, 11:04:02 PM
We blew it. We had so many chances to take this game.

Yep.
Did we ever get working eight?  I don’t see how we had many chances to win the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 11:04:09 PM
Yeah the refs sucked but so did we
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 11:04:09 PM
So this lineup with smart over Rozier is what we’re prob going to start with next game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:04:12 PM
Should be Baynes in there instead of Morris

YES! 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:04:19 PM
It's like every time they get it close they make two bone head plays

like i said just a tease
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 11:04:34 PM
did lebron just plow over smart? tatum got bumped on shot and did not get the pierce call

Every time we get close they push back
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 21, 2018, 11:04:38 PM
Tatum worst game of his nba career
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 11:04:41 PM
Yeah to be honest, the refs weren't *that* bad tonight. We were just dumber.

But I'm encouraged. Didn't get annihilated
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 21, 2018, 11:04:44 PM
For $50, I would undercut James and end this series properly. That was a blatant offensive foul.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:04:45 PM
Morris hasn't stopped Lebron from getting what he wants since Game 1.  Gotta stop thinking that what worked a bit in game 1 is the way to go in game 4.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 11:04:51 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/FBwqIJfDOZwJ2/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 11:05:02 PM
We cannot afford to miss these  shots at the rim
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Chief on May 21, 2018, 11:05:05 PM
Best player in the NBA -- by far tonight.

Have you been watching Durant?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 21, 2018, 11:05:12 PM
ugggh morris just gives it to lebron under the basket.  really stupid turnovers tonight.  if we didn't give up all those points off turnovers this game would be at a dead even score.  I've lost count of how many free buckets we gave up to lebron and the cavs.

the crazy thing is we are not out of this game yet.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 11:05:19 PM
That's what the 3rd or 4th time we've tried to save a lose ball by throwing it right to a cav? C'mon guys wake the hell up
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 11:05:20 PM
Missed layups.

Missed dunks.

Stupid early shotclock 3's.

Ball game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 21, 2018, 11:05:23 PM
How many easy shots can one team miss?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 11:05:30 PM
Not going to win this but played much tougher down the stretch. All is not lost for Game 5.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 11:05:44 PM
I just don’t see this Cavs team beating the Cs in Boston..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:05:44 PM
That's game. Rozier barely hit the rim on the open 3

Sit him
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 11:05:48 PM
Insert rozier 3pt chuck
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 11:05:49 PM
Rozier needs to step up now!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:06:03 PM
gonna have to win TWO huge games at home now. forget game 6 this was ripe for the taking, refs wont let us win game 6
Awww, poor things. They should pack their little picnic blankets and go home then, I guess.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 11:06:05 PM
You cant play at this level if you cant hit those 3s
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:06:12 PM
MUST WIN FOR US NOW NEXT GAME just so we can have a chance in game 7   forget game 6
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:06:13 PM
go back to the big lineup with Smart at the point and Baynes as a big.

We need to change up the starting lineup for game 5. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 11:06:24 PM
For $50, I would undercut James and end this series properly. That was a blatant offensive foul.
I'd do it just for the sheer pleasure of it.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 11:06:28 PM
That's game. Rozier barely hit the rim on the open 3

Sit him

Play Baynes at the point and get Terry out!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 11:06:30 PM
Game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 11:06:49 PM
We've been complete garbage for the past few minutes.  What kind of defense was that?  We switching?  Not switching?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 11:07:01 PM
Oh well. We blew it to be honest.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 11:07:02 PM
It took us almost the whole game, but I think we finally figured out the correct adjustments for the Cavs. I got hope for game 5
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 11:07:03 PM
Game five pretty much the series.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 11:07:09 PM
well, hopefully we have two holiday games on fri and sun

Wed it is all or nothing for us
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:07:11 PM
Can we just bring Monroe in to hack lebron
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 11:07:23 PM
lebron shoulda fouled out by now if the game was  officiated right
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:07:37 PM
What was that?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:07:49 PM
gonna have to win TWO huge games at home now. forget game 6 this was ripe for the taking, refs wont let us win game 6
Awww, poor things. They should pack their little picnic blankets and go home then, I guess.

you think the officiating has not favored lenron? and wont? if you say no you are willfully lying
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:08:15 PM
Game five pretty much the series.

yup
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 11:08:23 PM
Game five pretty much the series.
I think they have win it in 6.  They're not winning it in 7.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:08:32 PM
Let's recap the game tonight:

1) Dumb defensive scheme all night long;

2) Dumb rotations all night long;

3) Dumb shot selection all night long;

4) Dumb bouts of miscommunication all night long;

5) Terrible boxing out all night long.

Not going to win a game like that, especially with some terrible officiating on top of that.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:08:35 PM
There's the dagger
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 11:08:35 PM
clearly off Love
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 11:08:51 PM
Same Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ing deal.  No communication.  Just awful.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 11:08:54 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:09:13 PM
If we get a few and-1s we can tie
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:09:14 PM
Jesus Christ, Rozier, this might be the single worst defensive display I've ever seen. You've done nothing but miscommunicate and get taken advantage of all night long...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 21, 2018, 11:09:16 PM
And now Smart hits a 3.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 11:09:23 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?
They decided not to review the play
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 11:09:24 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?

Refs wanna go home
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 21, 2018, 11:09:25 PM
Game five pretty much the series.
It is for us.  But even if we win that one,we’ll have to win more more at home.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 11:09:40 PM
Lebron's really pushing Smart around.  someone really needs to flatten Bron out.  god I miss the 70's/80's where someone would take a swing at someone for that crap.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 11:09:46 PM
love threw it out
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 11:09:58 PM
That might be the first time Cleveland's crowd looked "raucous" lol...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Frezz on May 21, 2018, 11:09:59 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:10:08 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?
They decided not to review the play
They can't review an out of bounds call unless it's in the last 2 minutes. This one happened at 2:01. It's that type of night.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 21, 2018, 11:10:10 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?
They decided not to review the play
Theu couldn’t r view it.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 21, 2018, 11:10:12 PM
Rozier is our worst defender. Pathetic effort on defense. And these refs are trash, how clearer could that tip out of bounds by love have been 3 feet in front of the ref..
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 11:10:19 PM
Lebron's really pushing Smart around.  someone really needs to flatten Bron out.  god I miss the 70's/80's where someone would take a swing at someone for that crap.

Me too, me too.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PAOBoston on May 21, 2018, 11:10:23 PM
Just incredibly disheartening performance tonight. I haven't seen this team play so dumb for a long time. Just gave CLE the series imo. This was a winnable game and this team just made bone headed play after bone headed play. Lue out coaching the pants off Stevens was not something I expected this series.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 11:10:27 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?

Refs wanna go home

I should've shut this off when they took The Morris 3 pointer away with the BS call....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 11:10:31 PM
Imho bs has allowed the cavs to play the switch in rozier too long
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 11:10:36 PM
This is why series are funny sometimes. The narrative for this series completely changed. Now it starts all over again. Going to take a hell of an effort to win it but it can be done.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Eja117 on May 21, 2018, 11:10:41 PM
When a game is officiated like this and there's no chance of winning I turn it off. I don't owe the NBA or ESPN anything. If ESPN and the NBA can't give us legit officials I don't have to give them my eyeballs.

Not saying the Cavs didn't play better. But players know when they've been given a free ticket
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 11:10:45 PM
Celtics in 7....CAVS ain’t winning in Boston
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 21, 2018, 11:10:52 PM
Just win at home
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 11:10:56 PM
Start Smart and Morris next game since they switch EVERYTHING
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:11:04 PM
Game five pretty much the series.
I think they have win it in 6.  They're not winning it in 7.

who? cavs or celtics? we have to win 5 just to stay alive now because i doubt we win 6 if we cant win 4 which was ripe for the picking. if we win 5....... 6 will be elimination for lebron.  its cavs in 6 or celtics in 7. sadly we coulda won this in 5 but whatever.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:11:07 PM
Brad needs to seriously consider changing up the starting lineup for game 5. 

Baynes has played really well.  If they are starting Thompson, why not start baynes.  Morris has been ineffective against lebron since game 1.

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 21, 2018, 11:11:10 PM
Lebron's really pushing Smart around.  someone really needs to flatten Bron out.  god I miss the 70's/80's where someone would take a swing at someone for that crap.

Me too, me too.

All I've thought about this entire second half.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 21, 2018, 11:11:12 PM
after kyrie went down, if you told me we'd be tied 2-2 in the conference finals against the cavs with HC advantage, i'd have called you a liar
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 21, 2018, 11:11:45 PM
Just incredibly disheartening performance tonight. I haven't seen this team play so dumb for a long time. Just gave CLE the series imo. This was a winnable game and this team just made bone headed play after bone headed play. Lue out coaching the pants off Stevens was not something I expected this series.

Yes
Lue outcoahed bs tonight... we have to say it
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 11:11:50 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?
They decided not to review the play

Cause they saw it the 1st time and didn't want to have it go the Celtics way!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 11:12:00 PM
after kyrie went down, if you told me we'd be tied 2-2 in the conference finals against the cavs with HC advantage, i'd have called you a liar

Yeah, or crazy, or Tommy Heinson
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 21, 2018, 11:12:02 PM
refs haven't been our friends tonight but C's were their own worst enemies
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 11:12:05 PM
We blew it. We had so many chances to take this game.

Yep.
Did we ever get working eight?  I don’t see how we had many chances to win the game.

Wouldn't that potential four point play have cut it to six?

Anyway, yeah, I think that they could have done a much better job when they kept cutting it to nine or ten, but poor shot selection, as usual, killed them. Sigh.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 11:12:14 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RGow8 on May 21, 2018, 11:12:15 PM
Van Gundy goes thats off Love, which it clearly was. Then Cavs inbounding ball and they decide not to say another word about it like it didn't even happen, **** was that?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:12:24 PM
Start Smart and Morris next game since they switch EVERYTHING

we don't HAVE to switch everything.  what happened to fight through a pick and not letting them have the matchup they want EVERY single time?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 21, 2018, 11:12:42 PM
I would start Smart game 5 with the job he’s done on LeBron
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:12:48 PM
Missed an open layup
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 11:12:50 PM
Gonna watch westworld after this and pretend this game never happened—The minutes til game 5 begins will be excruciatingly slow for me—-
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 11:12:53 PM
When a game is officiated like this and there's no chance of winning I turn it off. I don't owe the NBA or ESPN anything. If ESPN and the NBA can't give us legit officials I don't have to give them my eyeballs.

Not saying the Cavs didn't play better. But players know when they've been given a free ticket

It's basically a personal curse for me to be such a hardcore C's fan.  Otherwise I wouldn't watch the NBA at all.  The poor officiating ruins the game.  It's the same reason I stopped watching NFL games.  Instead I subject myself to this crap.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 21, 2018, 11:13:05 PM
How many layups did Cs miss tonight?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 11:13:06 PM
Now they’re calling all these ticky tack fouls
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:13:07 PM
Brad needs to seriously consider changing up the starting lineup for game 5. 

Baynes has played really well.  If they are starting Thompson, why not start baynes.  Morris has been ineffective against lebron since game 1.



GOODLUCK!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticSooner on May 21, 2018, 11:13:16 PM
after kyrie went down, if you told me we'd be tied 2-2 in the conference finals against the cavs with HC advantage, i'd have called you a liar

Nobody expected this. Hell winning the first two at home actually still gives them a chance. Cavs weren't going to lose either of their home games from the looks of it.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:13:26 PM
Start Smart and Morris next game since they switch EVERYTHING

Just do freaking something. Stop running this same lineup and scheme that you have for the past 8 quarters that we've been absolutely killed by.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 11:13:40 PM
Ugh and let me guess, Brothers for Game 5?  :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 21, 2018, 11:13:49 PM
Brad needs to seriously consider changing up the starting lineup for game 5. 

Baynes has played really well.  If they are starting Thompson, why not start baynes.  Morris has been ineffective against lebron since game 1.
Clearly adjustments mean little.  All about home court.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: mainevent on May 21, 2018, 11:13:57 PM
Without a true superstar to go to against another superstar we will not win on the road. Period. There's no one to get a bucket when we need to or to push the action and demand attention.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 11:14:05 PM
Lue > BS
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:14:10 PM
Gonna watch westworld after this and pretend this game never happened—The minutes til game 5 begins will be excruciatingly slow for me—-
After this weekend, you actually want to watch Game 5? I'd rather watch baseball, I think.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:14:15 PM
We blew it. We had so many chances to take this game.

Yep.
Did we ever get working eight?  I don’t see how we had many chances to win the game.

Wouldn't that potential four point play have cut it to six?

Anyway, yeah, I think that they could have done a much better job when they kept cutting it to nine or ten, but poor shot selection, as usual, killed them. Sigh.

we had it to 7 even with all our issues and ref incompetence. oh well

maybe if we would not start so bad every game on the road
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 11:14:23 PM
Smart should start game 5 on his back. Cut out all the extra stuff, just start where you intend to finish.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: mainevent on May 21, 2018, 11:14:43 PM
I hope someone punches Perk in the face after the game on the way to the locker room.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 21, 2018, 11:14:45 PM
Brown power dunk at the end


Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: LarBrd33 on May 21, 2018, 11:14:47 PM
game 5 will be fun
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 21, 2018, 11:14:52 PM
How many times is Lebron going to get away with nailing Smart in the face?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:15:06 PM
Lue > BS

LOL 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 11:15:10 PM
Lebron's really pushing Smart around.  someone really needs to flatten Bron out.  god I miss the 70's/80's where someone would take a swing at someone for that crap.

Me too, me too.

All I've thought about this entire second half.

It's what we should have doing for 48 minutes in each one of these games to begin with, smh. Ugh.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 21, 2018, 11:15:11 PM
Welp
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 11:15:16 PM
Gonna watch westworld after this and pretend this game never happened—The minutes til game 5 begins will be excruciatingly slow for me—-
After this weekend, you actually want to watch Game 5? I'd rather watch baseball, I think.

We're going to win game 5.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 11:15:27 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?

Refs wanna go home

I should've shut this off when they took The Morris 3 pointer away with the BS call....

Yeah, that was the biggest play of the game IMO.

A weak win for a weak franchise. It's not about talent or heart, it's about getting viewers and selling Sprite ads. Par for the course in this league sadly.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 11:15:31 PM
Game five feels like a james destruction of Boston
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 21, 2018, 11:15:32 PM
Brown power dunk at the end

Checking to see if he can still make them.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:15:33 PM
We blew it. We had so many chances to take this game.

Yep.
Did we ever get working eight?  I don’t see how we had many chances to win the game.

Wouldn't that potential four point play have cut it to six?

Anyway, yeah, I think that they could have done a much better job when they kept cutting it to nine or ten, but poor shot selection, as usual, killed them. Sigh.

we had it to 7 even with all our issues and ref incompetence. oh well

maybe if we would not start so bad every game on the road
The Cavs were, in fact, quite horrible tonight. But we played a YMCA pickup game, so here we are.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 11:15:41 PM
How many times is Lebron going to get away with nailing Smart in the face?

Every time.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 11:15:43 PM
Lue > BS

That's 'BS'  ;)

Although yeah, I think Lue did the right things tonight to be honest. Hope CBS counters for Game 5!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 21, 2018, 11:15:47 PM
Ugh and let me guess, Brothers for Game 5?  :'(
i think they'll save him for game 6 if we win game 5
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 11:15:59 PM
after kyrie went down, if you told me we'd be tied 2-2 in the conference finals against the cavs with HC advantage, i'd have called you a liar

Nobody expected this. Hell winning the first two at home actually still gives them a chance. Cavs weren't going to lose either of their home games from the looks of it.

The disappointment is because our expectations were raised by the way they played this postseason. I’m sure we all would’ve taken 2-2  with the cavs  in the ECF After Kyrie went down
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:16:02 PM
Well, maybe our boy wonder coach will actually stop sitting on his hands now and make the freaking changes that have been obvious since Saturday, and perhaps even our guys will not play like scared little boys back in Boston.

Pretty disgusting display of basketball by us the last two games. No heart or effort in game 3, and astonishingly dumb basketball played in game 4.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:16:10 PM
Lue > BS

no, lol, just no...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:16:10 PM
Gonna watch westworld after this and pretend this game never happened—The minutes til game 5 begins will be excruciatingly slow for me—-
After this weekend, you actually want to watch Game 5? I'd rather watch baseball, I think.

boring baseball? k bye c ya!

i will be watching game 5 come hell or high water. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 21, 2018, 11:18:31 PM
Didn't shoot well enough.

I actually like the Celtics in game 5...not happy about if there is a game 7 against the NBA's "greatest player" (I have to go spit up now). 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 11:18:31 PM
Off of Love but Cavs get the ball?

Refs wanna go home

I should've shut this off when they took The Morris 3 pointer away with the BS call....

Yeah, that was the biggest play of the game IMO.

A weak win for a weak franchise. It's not about talent or heart, it's about getting viewers and selling Sprite ads. Par for the course in this league sadly.

That was the ultimate REF turning the tide play and there where at least 10 more in this one.

Should make The Scott Foster highlight real. Who's the refs for game 5?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 11:18:31 PM
Game five feels like a james destruction of Boston

Normally, I'd agree. But the guy had a 42 point triple double in Game 2 and lost, and tonight had a 44 point-game and Cavaliers won by 9 at home. We simply have to contain all their other threats and we got a good shot. Should be a fun, but nerve-wracking Game 5 lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 21, 2018, 11:18:31 PM
Gonna watch westworld after this and pretend this game never happened—The minutes til game 5 begins will be excruciatingly slow for me—-
After this weekend, you actually want to watch Game 5? I'd rather watch baseball, I think.

I wouldnt miss it for the world- even our great Celtics of 80’s had a few 7 game series- we earned home advantage- lets keep it-
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 11:18:32 PM
(http://images6.fanpop.com/image/photos/36400000/Game-of-Thrones-image-game-of-thrones-36439927-500-200.gif)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: greece66 on May 21, 2018, 11:19:13 PM
TT has been a real surprise in this series
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 11:19:23 PM
Start Smart and Morris next game since they switch EVERYTHING

we don't HAVE to switch everything.  what happened to fight through a pick and not letting them have the matchup they want EVERY single time?
I know they don’t but they do it’s ridiculous so might as well make that lineup switch so they aren’t hurt by it
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 11:19:36 PM
Game five feels like a james destruction of Boston

Normally, I'd agree. But the guy had a 42 point triple double in Game 2 and lost, and tonight had a 44 point-game and Cavaliers won by 9 at home. We simply have to contain all their other threats and we got a good shot. Should be a fun, but nerve-wracking Game 5 lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: PaulAllen on May 21, 2018, 11:19:49 PM
Doris Day looks like my mothers friend who sometimes has too many drinks and remembers how pretty she was in her 20's
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 11:20:28 PM
TT has been a real surprise in this series
Only when Baynes is sitting
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 21, 2018, 11:20:39 PM
well it's 2-2. we played better in this game but lost it due to bad turnovers directly leading to cavs scores.  time to go home and win game 5.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 11:20:44 PM
Going to be a long few days
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:21:09 PM
Game five feels like a james destruction of Boston

Normally, I'd agree. But the guy had a 42 point triple double in Game 2 and lost, and tonight had a 44 point-game and Cavaliers won by 9 at home. We simply have to contain all their other threats and we got a good shot. Should be a fun, but nerve-wracking Game 5 lol.
No, they really won by 15. And then noone bothered to guard Brown in garbage time.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 21, 2018, 11:21:20 PM
Doris Day looks like my mothers friend who sometimes has too many drinks and remembers how pretty she was in her 20's

i'd hollla at her..

*sippin*
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 11:21:24 PM
Didn't shoot well enough.

I actually like the Celtics in game 5...not happy about if there is a game 7 against the NBA's "greatest player" (I have to go spit up now).

I agree. I think we’ve got a solid chance of winning game five. The problem is I think will struggle with game six and game seven will be a tossup
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:21:32 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 21, 2018, 11:22:29 PM
Doris Day looks like my mothers friend who sometimes has too many drinks and remembers how pretty she was in her 20's

Doris Burke??

Are you serious lol
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 11:22:38 PM
Game five feels like a james destruction of Boston

Normally, I'd agree. But the guy had a 42 point triple double in Game 2 and lost, and tonight had a 44 point-game and Cavaliers won by 9 at home. We simply have to contain all their other threats and we got a good shot. Should be a fun, but nerve-wracking Game 5 lol.

We need to start better. It’s really tough when you dig yourself into a 20 point hole in the first quarter  shooting 25% from the floor in a playoff game
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 21, 2018, 11:23:01 PM
Deep down, I thought we'd lose by 10-15 points tonight even if we played better.

But it's unfortunate because we just shot ourselves in the foot way too many times and actually could have comeback (despite Lebron's 44). Oh well, on to Game 5!
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:23:14 PM
Brad needs to seriously consider changing up the starting lineup for game 5. 

Baynes has played really well.  If they are starting Thompson, why not start baynes.  Morris has been ineffective against lebron since game 1.
Clearly adjustments mean little.  All about home court.

Huh? What adjustments have there been? We've been doing the same crap over and over again and expecting different results. Only in the latter stages of this half did we start doing anything different defensively.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 21, 2018, 11:23:27 PM
TT has been a real surprise in this series

Not to me; he's always torched Boston.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: j804 on May 21, 2018, 11:23:35 PM
Doris Day looks like my mothers friend who sometimes has too many drinks and remembers how pretty she was in her 20's
Is that you Drake crushing on Doris?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:23:55 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I felt these two games were a chance to impose our will on the series and make it clear the Cavs can't win. Instead, we turned around, bent over, and let them back into the series. It was just dandy.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 21, 2018, 11:23:58 PM
Tatum had a bad 17 point night

Smart 2-8 was bad

One of those games where you outscore the Cavs to win
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 11:24:09 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:25:10 PM
Going to be a long few days

woulda coulda shoulda
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: ozgod on May 21, 2018, 11:25:28 PM
Tatum had a bad 17 point night

Smart 2-8 was bad

One of those games where you outscore the Cavs to win

 Rozier had a bad 16 point 11 assist six rebound game as well. Shows you stats don’t tell the whole story
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:25:55 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 21, 2018, 11:26:54 PM
Why play Horford 42 minutes and Baynes only 16. Semi also should've gotten more than 9 minutes and where was Yabu?
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:26:58 PM
Deep down, I thought we'd lose by 10-15 points tonight even if we played better.

But it's unfortunate because we just shot ourselves in the foot way too many times and actually could have comeback (despite Lebron's 44). Oh well, on to Game 5!

without our horrible start it might have been a photo finish. we had it down to 7 even with the terribkle start. it was there if we wanted it oh well.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 11:27:23 PM
Tatum had a bad 17 point night

Smart 2-8 was bad

One of those games where you outscore the Cavs to win

in Tatum's defense, he was fouled a ton and barely got to the line.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 21, 2018, 11:27:50 PM
Why play Horford 42 minutes and Baynes only 16. Semi also should've gotten more than 9 minutes and where was Yabu?

ask brad he is responsible
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 11:28:10 PM
So we can all agree BS got out coached tonight. His rotations were trash. And he can't get his guys to play well on the road. Not the best coach in the league if you can't get a team to perform on the road against anyone.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 21, 2018, 11:28:16 PM
Tatum had a bad 17 point night

Smart 2-8 was bad

One of those games where you outscore the Cavs to win

 Rozier had a bad 16 point 11 assist six rebound game as well. Shows you stats don’t tell the whole story

Yup
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 21, 2018, 11:28:49 PM
Tatum had a bad 17 point night

Smart 2-8 was bad

One of those games where you outscore the Cavs to win

in Tatum's defense, he was fouled a ton and barely got to the line.

Tatum needs to stop and pop on a night like this

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:29:28 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:29:29 PM
Tatum had a bad 17 point night

Smart 2-8 was bad

One of those games where you outscore the Cavs to win

in Tatum's defense, he was fouled a ton and barely got to the line.
He went to the line 8 times, which was second only to LeBron this game. And then he whined for calls that weren't there.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 11:29:40 PM
So we can all agree BS got out coached tonight. His rotations were trash. And he can't get his guys to play well on the road. Not the best coach in the league if you can't get a team to perform on the road against anyone.
Disagree. The Cavs were by far the better team tonight. No combination on this roster the way they were playing tonight was going to get it done.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 21, 2018, 11:30:26 PM
If Boston continues to get down 8 plus points after one quarter they will not win the series

Have to have a better start
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 11:30:38 PM
The good news about this game?

We are still the athletic and more talented team.

LeBron got his 'Roid points on his bull drives to the rim. Cavs got the vast majority of the calls.

And yet it was still close.

The future is so bright... and hopefully the present, too  :)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:31:11 PM
Tatum had a bad 17 point night

Smart 2-8 was bad

One of those games where you outscore the Cavs to win

 Rozier had a bad 16 point 11 assist six rebound game as well. Shows you stats don’t tell the whole story

I agree, I thought Terry wasn't as good tonight.  His stats looked good, but he was taking a lot of bad shots, getting absolutely abused on def (which prob isn't his fault as he was put in terrible positions by the refusal to stop switching) and just seemed hesitant to drive to the hoop.  TT had a good block on his one drive to the rim and he didn't seem to find seams, or just didn't want to attack the rim. 

We need our guys to be collapsing the def to give us either layups or open shots.  Terry didn't do that much tonight,
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:32:05 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:32:43 PM
If Boston continues to get down 8 plus points after one quarter they will not win the series

Have to have a better start

absolutely.  we are getting killed out of the gate for 3 games in a row.  time to make an adjustment. start Baynes.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 11:33:46 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 11:33:58 PM
Brad needs to seriously consider changing up the starting lineup for game 5. 

Baynes has played really well.  If they are starting Thompson, why not start baynes.  Morris has been ineffective against lebron since game 1.
Clearly adjustments mean little.  All about home court.

Huh? What adjustments have there been? We've been doing the same crap over and over again and expecting different results. Only in the latter stages of this half did we start doing anything different defensively.

You know, it's almost like Stevens wants guys who can "switch everything" so that he can more or less leave the defense on automatic without actually having to come up with any kind of overall strategy ::). Sigh.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 11:34:29 PM
Tatum had a bad 17 point night

Smart 2-8 was bad

One of those games where you outscore the Cavs to win

in Tatum's defense, he was fouled a ton and barely got to the line.
He went to the line 8 times, which was second only to LeBron this game. And then he whined for calls that weren't there.

Thanks for the correction, Koz.  As usual your vision and intellect far exceed mine.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:34:43 PM
Still think we win this series, as I've thought it would be Boston in 7 all along.

Given how young we are, playing at home is such a catalyst for us that we can cover up most of our other issues with our energy that leads to made buckets and smothering D.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:34:48 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 21, 2018, 11:35:42 PM
We can't be down big in the first quarters and expect to win.

I hope at Game 5, we go at it and establish a lead early instead of them.

Lick our wounds, get at it at home.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:35:48 PM
as mad as we all are about the C's not getting over the hump in any of these two road games, the bigger picture is much better.  we really had no business making the east finals.  So part of me is ok with whatever happens here on out. 

But I really would like them to get game 5.  Get that one game and give yourself 2 chances to win 1 game against the cavs and move on.

If we lose two in a row after that, probably have to accept that the Cavs with Lebron are just better.  At the same time realize that KI, GH and Theis are all back next year, and we can learn from this.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:37:46 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

so who do you think is the only guy giving effort on D?  Because I saw a lot of guys giving effort.  We just weren't playing with our brains enough.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 11:38:00 PM
as mad as we all are about the C's not getting over the hump in any of these two road games, the bigger picture is much better.  we really had no business making the east finals.  So part of me is ok with whatever happens here on out. 

But I really would like them to get game 5.  Get that one game and give yourself 2 chances to win 1 game against the cavs and move on.

If we lose two in a row after that, probably have to accept that the Cavs with Lebron are just better.  At the same time realize that KI, GH and Theis are all back next year, and we can learn from this.

The Cavs aren't better
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:38:17 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 11:40:16 PM
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

:o
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:40:40 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

Yeah, switches with the swings or bigs (or Smart), which nobody is really complaining about, as they can hold their own.

The last two games they consistently tried to switch Rozier on either Lebron or the bigs, which clearly hasn't worked at all as that's just too much of a mismatch to overcome.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 11:41:31 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.
I'd also say they should trap more. It's like a forgotten tactic for the C's going back to Doc. The biggest danger of setting a pick is the trap and we just never do it. A defense needs to mix it up or it will break.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 11:42:57 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.

Bingo :-\.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:42:57 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

so who do you think is the only guy giving effort on D?  Because I saw a lot of guys giving effort.  We just weren't playing with our brains enough.
I meant one guy at a time. Typically just the guy on the ball. But our defense works when all five guys are working, not when someone is playing the LeBron tough, and the rest are standing there with their thumbs up their you know what.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: nickagneta on May 21, 2018, 11:44:47 PM
If Boston continues to get down 8 plus points after one quarter they will not win the series

Have to have a better start
In good news, except for the last 7 minutes of the first half, this was a very even game. Except for that 23-8 run to end the first quarter, the Cs outscored Cleveland 94-88. I know...cherrypicking... but it gives me hope if the Cs just come to play for all 48, they can win this.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Smitty77 on May 21, 2018, 11:44:52 PM
Questionable (abysmal) calls that went against us tonight:

Rozier gets fouled and hits layup and gets NO continuation like James ALWAYS gets and we get ball out on side.

George Hill literally SHOVED Rozier about 5 feet beyond the three point line with BOTH hands and NO call and he passes and then just looks at the ref like what the heck.

Jaylen get raked on arm by Korver (clearly seen on replay) on a layup/drive and NO call.

The announcers talk about Tatum missing a dunk but Nance hacked him on the wrist (ONCE again CLEAR as a bell on the replay).

George Hill knocks Tatum sideways and off balance on his jump shot from 14 feet and no call.

Those are just a few.

Smitty77
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 11:44:54 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.

I dunno if it's Brad's fault if Brown doesn't fight past a screen to stay on LeBron and make sure Rozier isn't stuck with him. That's something Brown needs to learn. In the regular season you could bench him for that.

but now? It's too deep in the playoffs. And the team was at least somewhat unglued on the road again. The defensive focus isn't there like it will be once the young guys get more experience. Comes with the territory. But it should improve.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 21, 2018, 11:45:27 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.

It's a shame.  It was plenty evident through game 3, and even through one quarter of game 4 what the Cavs' plan was.  We did absolutely nothing to stop it.  It was clear that an adjustment needed to be made long before half time but we didn't make any.  The result was 68 points in the half for the Cavs on 61% or so shooting. 

Unacceptable.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Smitty77 on May 21, 2018, 11:47:25 PM
Why did Brad not try a zone tonight or in game three?

Smitty77
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 11:47:31 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.

I dunno if it's Brad's fault if Brown doesn't fight past a screen to stay on LeBron and make sure Rozier isn't stuck with him. That's something Brown needs to learn. In the regular season you could bench him for that.

but now? It's too deep in the playoffs. And the team was at least somewhat unglued on the road again. The defensive focus isn't there like it will be once the young guys get more experience. Comes with the territory. But it should improve.
Tommy made an interesting point post game saying the switching makes it harder to keep Thompson off the boards because someone's always late finding him in time to box him out. Thompson killed them tonight - as he has in the past.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 21, 2018, 11:48:22 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.

I dunno if it's Brad's fault if Brown doesn't fight past a screen to stay on LeBron and make sure Rozier isn't stuck with him. That's something Brown needs to learn. In the regular season you could bench him for that.

but now? It's too deep in the playoffs. And the team was at least somewhat unglued on the road again. The defensive focus isn't there like it will be once the young guys get more experience. Comes with the territory. But it should improve.
Tommy made an interesting point post game saying the switching makes it harder to keep Thompson off the boards because someone's always late finding him in time to box him out. Thompson killed them tonight - as he has in the past.

The guy that seems like he has changed the series is Tristan Thompson.  He is just a celtic killer with the off rebounding, def plays, garbage offense.  13 points and 12 boards for him tonight.  I don't see WHY we don't bring Baynes in to counter him?  Horford for whatever reason has trouble with TT on him. 

For game 5, bring Baynes in to start.  Let Brown start on Lebron (especially at home he will do better on D against him).  Let Morris and smart come in early as the first two off the bench (Rozier and Tatum to the bench).  Stay big in the lane.  Stay attached to their other guys and don't let them have easy shots.  Lebron is going to score 40 on whomever guards him, it almost doesn't matter.  Stop the other guys from beating us like we did in games 1 and 2.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: nickagneta on May 21, 2018, 11:49:47 PM
Questionable (abysmal) calls that went against us tonight:

Rozier gets fouled and hits layup and gets NO continuation like James ALWAYS gets and we get ball out on side.

George Hill literally SHOVED Rozier about 5 feet beyond the three point line with BOTH hands and NO call and he passes and then just looks at the ref like what the heck.

Jaylen get raked on arm by Korver (clearly seen on replay) on a layup/drive and NO call.

The announcers talk about Tatum missing a dunk but Nance hacked him on the wrist (ONCE again CLEAR as a bell on the replay).

George Hill knocks Tatum sideways and off balance on his jump shot from 14 feet and no call.

Those are just a few.

Smitty77
You're forgetting the Marcus Morris offensive because a Cav ran into his leg while shooting a three. A seldom called foul where during the season much, much worse stuff was continually called for the defender. Just a terrible call.

You'realso firgetting the call where the Cavs threw the ball out of bounds where it hit a ref but Cleveland somehow kept possession. Clearly a terrible call.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 21, 2018, 11:50:27 PM
The announcers talk about Tatum missing a dunk but Nance hacked him on the wrist (ONCE again CLEAR as a bell on the replay).

George Hill knocks Tatum sideways and off balance on his jump shot from 14 feet and no call.
Sorry, neither of these actually happened except in Jayson Tatum's mind.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on May 21, 2018, 11:51:10 PM
Missed dunks, layups and free throws. We could have won that game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 21, 2018, 11:51:26 PM
Problem with Brown on LeBron is Brown is already committing dumb fouls. Covering LeBron he would foul out in 3 quarter
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 11:54:31 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.

I dunno if it's Brad's fault if Brown doesn't fight past a screen to stay on LeBron and make sure Rozier isn't stuck with him. That's something Brown needs to learn. In the regular season you could bench him for that.

but now? It's too deep in the playoffs. And the team was at least somewhat unglued on the road again. The defensive focus isn't there like it will be once the young guys get more experience. Comes with the territory. But it should improve.
Tommy made an interesting point post game saying the switching makes it harder to keep Thompson off the boards because someone's always late finding him in time to box him out. Thompson killed them tonight - as he has in the past.

Yep.

He's made a career out of it. The tradeoff on any switch is potential weakness on other parts of the court.

Though IMO Thompson doesn't create the mismatches, he benefits from them.

I don't know if there's any perfect answer for that. TT literally is looking for offensive rebounds 90% of the time.

The downside for the Cavs is that he does little else. If we play better initial D it makes it a lot tougher for him to exploit us.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: nickagneta on May 21, 2018, 11:54:31 PM
Missed dunks, layups and free throws. We could have won that game.
Yeah, I don't know what the breakdown is but the Cs from inside 5 feet were atrocious.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 21, 2018, 11:54:44 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.

Which part?

I'm more frustrated with the switching scheme than the staying small. I think that smaller lineup can still work against their bigger lineup if guys are hitting their shots, but that we kept up with the switching of Rozier on Bron and allowed single coverage for the vast majority of the last two games is just mind-boggling.
They asked him about it. He said the numbers say it's more effective to switch than not.

A) LOL

B) How do those numbers look after tonight?

C) It's not even like they were forcing most of the switches; we were walking into half of them and giving them what they wanted without a fight. That's not the "spirit" or the point of switching; you still try to fight through it as much as possible and only switch when necessary.

So frustrating. That just reeks of a coach that is too invested in his own scheme/what the "analytics" tell him to see the empirical evidence right in front of him that contradicts his style.

I dunno if it's Brad's fault if Brown doesn't fight past a screen to stay on LeBron and make sure Rozier isn't stuck with him. That's something Brown needs to learn. In the regular season you could bench him for that.

but now? It's too deep in the playoffs. And the team was at least somewhat unglued on the road again. The defensive focus isn't there like it will be once the young guys get more experience. Comes with the territory. But it should improve.
Tommy made an interesting point post game saying the switching makes it harder to keep Thompson off the boards because someone's always late finding him in time to box him out. Thompson killed them tonight - as he has in the past.

The guy that seems like he has changed the series is Tristan Thompson.  He is just a celtic killer with the off rebounding, def plays, garbage offense.  13 points and 12 boards for him tonight.  I don't see WHY we don't bring Baynes in to counter him?  Horford for whatever reason has trouble with TT on him. 

For game 5, bring Baynes in to start.  Let Brown start on Lebron (especially at home he will do better on D against him).  Let Morris and smart come in early as the first two off the bench (Rozier and Tatum to the bench).  Stay big in the lane.  Stay attached to their other guys and don't let them have easy shots.  Lebron is going to score 40 on whomever guards him, it almost doesn't matter.  Stop the other guys from beating us like we did in games 1 and 2.
I agree with you. I think you go with the assumption that the Smith's Hill's etc aren't gong to shoot nearly as well in Boston and pack the lane to keep Thompson (hopefully) off the boards.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 21, 2018, 11:56:04 PM
Tommy made an interesting point post game saying the switching makes it harder to keep Thompson off the boards because someone's always late finding him in time to box him out. Thompson killed them tonight - as he has in the past.

The guy that seems like he has changed the series is Tristan Thompson.  He is just a celtic killer with the off rebounding, def plays, garbage offense.  13 points and 12 boards for him tonight.  I don't see WHY we don't bring Baynes in to counter him?  Horford for whatever reason has trouble with TT on him. 

For game 5, bring Baynes in to start.  Let Brown start on Lebron (especially at home he will do better on D against him).  Let Morris and smart come in early as the first two off the bench (Rozier and Tatum to the bench).  Stay big in the lane.  Stay attached to their other guys and don't let them have easy shots.  Lebron is going to score 40 on whomever guards him, it almost doesn't matter.  Stop the other guys from beating us like we did in games 1 and 2.

Right, because the Achilles heel of a "switch everything" "defense" is that you'll often wind up getting destroyed on da boards, thereby making Love and Thompson the perfect players to exploit this glaring weakness. Dudes might as well have been made for it, lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Smitty77 on May 21, 2018, 11:58:29 PM
Questionable (abysmal) calls that went against us tonight:

Rozier gets fouled and hits layup and gets NO continuation like James ALWAYS gets and we get ball out on side.

George Hill literally SHOVED Rozier about 5 feet beyond the three point line with BOTH hands and NO call and he passes and then just looks at the ref like what the heck.

Jaylen get raked on arm by Korver (clearly seen on replay) on a layup/drive and NO call.

The announcers talk about Tatum missing a dunk but Nance hacked him on the wrist (ONCE again CLEAR as a bell on the replay).

George Hill knocks Tatum sideways and off balance on his jump shot from 14 feet and no call.

Those are just a few.

Smitty77
You're forgetting the Marcus Morris offensive because a Cav ran into his leg while shooting a three. A seldom called foul where during the season much, much worse stuff was continually called for the defender. Just a terrible call.

You'realso firgetting the call where the Cavs threw the ball out of bounds where it hit a ref but Cleveland somehow kept possession. Clearly a terrible call.

Thanks for refreshing my memory Nick!!  I do think Morris kicked out his leg and that was a foul, BUT he had released the ball PRIOR to that, therefore the three SHOULD have counted!!

Smitty77
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 21, 2018, 11:59:04 PM
Al Horford: "I don't think (the Cavs) are playing any different."


I agree, Al. We are better and can win this.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 21, 2018, 11:59:43 PM
http://twitter.com/johnschuhmann/status/998773775234686976

“Baynes + Horford: + 10 in 10.2 minutes tonight.

I’ll just repurpose my ‘The Celtics need a lineup change’ story for Game 5.”

Brad’s pre-game conference before Game 5: “We’re sticking with the same starters.”  ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: blink on May 22, 2018, 12:02:38 AM
http://twitter.com/johnschuhmann/status/998773775234686976

“Baynes + Horford: + 10 in 10.2 minutes tonight.

I’ll just repurpose my ‘The Celtics need a lineup change’ story for Game 5.”

Brad’s pre-game conference before Game 5: “We’re sticking with the same starters.”  ::)

I feel like I am the only one sitting in the corner saying start Baynes...play Baynes more.
maybe it just feels like that lol

Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 22, 2018, 12:04:05 AM
http://twitter.com/johnschuhmann/status/998773775234686976

“Baynes + Horford: + 10 in 10.2 minutes tonight.

I’ll just repurpose my ‘The Celtics need a lineup change’ story for Game 5.”

Brad’s pre-game conference before Game 5: “We’re sticking with the same starters.”  ::)

I feel like I am the only one sitting in the corner saying start Baynes...play Baynes more.
maybe it just feels like that lol

Same, lol ;D.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 22, 2018, 12:07:11 AM
http://twitter.com/johnschuhmann/status/998773775234686976

“Baynes + Horford: + 10 in 10.2 minutes tonight.

I’ll just repurpose my ‘The Celtics need a lineup change’ story for Game 5.”

Brad’s pre-game conference before Game 5: “We’re sticking with the same starters.”  ::)
I would have gone

Starters
Smart, Brown, Morris, Horford, Baynes.

Rozier comes in when Brown or Smart leave.
Tatum comes in when Morris or Horford leave.
Semi comes in if some one is in foul trouble only.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 22, 2018, 12:08:15 AM
Questionable (abysmal) calls that went against us tonight:

Rozier gets fouled and hits layup and gets NO continuation like James ALWAYS gets and we get ball out on side.

George Hill literally SHOVED Rozier about 5 feet beyond the three point line with BOTH hands and NO call and he passes and then just looks at the ref like what the heck.

Jaylen get raked on arm by Korver (clearly seen on replay) on a layup/drive and NO call.

The announcers talk about Tatum missing a dunk but Nance hacked him on the wrist (ONCE again CLEAR as a bell on the replay).

George Hill knocks Tatum sideways and off balance on his jump shot from 14 feet and no call.

Those are just a few.

Smitty77
You're forgetting the Marcus Morris offensive because a Cav ran into his leg while shooting a three. A seldom called foul where during the season much, much worse stuff was continually called for the defender. Just a terrible call.

You'realso firgetting the call where the Cavs threw the ball out of bounds where it hit a ref but Cleveland somehow kept possession. Clearly a terrible call.

Thanks for refreshing my memory Nick!!  I do think Morris kicked out his leg and that was a foul, BUT he had released the ball PRIOR to that, therefore the three SHOULD have counted!!

Smitty77

Scott Foster and Bill Kennedy.  All that needs to be said.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 22, 2018, 12:08:49 AM
Missed dunks, layups and free throws. We could have won that game.
Yeah, I don't know what the breakdown is but the Cs from inside 5 feet were atrocious.

Tatum blew some easy layups and also threw some ugly shots on mid-range jumpers when he was trying to draw fouls. Gotta just go for the shot and play through the contact, don't expect a call.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Smitty77 on May 22, 2018, 12:10:52 AM
Missed dunks, layups and free throws. We could have won that game.
Yeah, I don't know what the breakdown is but the Cs from inside 5 feet were atrocious.

Tatum blew some easy layups and also threw some ugly shots on mid-range jumpers when he was trying to draw fouls. Gotta just go for the shot and play through the contact, don't expect a call.

So you do not think that George Hill made extreme contact with his shoulder on Tatum on that late 14 foot leaner???  It is sort of difficult to play through contact when you are knocked sideways in the air in the middle of your jump shot!!!

Smitty77
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 22, 2018, 12:12:05 AM
Missed dunks, layups and free throws. We could have won that game.
Yeah, I don't know what the breakdown is but the Cs from inside 5 feet were atrocious.

Tatum blew some easy layups and also threw some ugly shots on mid-range jumpers when he was trying to draw fouls. Gotta just go for the shot and play through the contact, don't expect a call.

So you do not think that George Hill made extreme contact with his shoulder on Tatum on that late 14 foot leaner???  It is sort of difficult to play through contact when you are knocked sideways in the air in the middle of your jump shot!!!

Smitty77

Sure, but you gotta play through it in the playoffs, especially on the road. That's part of the learning process for our young guys.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 22, 2018, 12:43:17 AM
You're forgetting the Marcus Morris offensive because a Cav ran into his leg while shooting a three. A seldom called foul where during the season much, much worse stuff was continually called for the defender. Just a terrible call.

I've only ever seen one other call that was anything like, well, that, and it came during the 4th quarter, I believe, of Game 6 against the Pistons in the 2008 ECF. Pierce, on the left side of the court, faked Tayshaun out of his shoes while Paul was behind the three point line, actually made the basket while Prince landed on him, and the official immediately wiped out the basket and called Pierce for an offensive foul, LOL ::). Paul and Doc couldn't stop laughing, and I can't exactly say that I blame them, as the call was beyond hilarious. Atrocious, yes, but also beyond hilarious.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 22, 2018, 12:45:00 AM
I would have gone

Starters
Smart, Brown, Morris, Horford, Baynes.

Rozier comes in when Brown or Smart leave.
Tatum comes in when Morris or Horford leave.
Semi comes in if some one is in foul trouble only.

Stop ;D.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 22, 2018, 01:23:33 AM
I'm guessing the concussion was the reason why LeBron lost Game 2....
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 22, 2018, 01:32:18 AM
I'm guessing the concussion was the reason why LeBron lost Game 2....

And he was merely getting the lay of the land in Game 1 ::).
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 22, 2018, 01:51:35 AM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

Yeah, switches with the swings or bigs (or Smart), which nobody is really complaining about, as they can hold their own.

The last two games they consistently tried to switch Rozier on either Lebron or the bigs, which clearly hasn't worked at all as that's just too much of a mismatch to overcome.

Wow. You are so missing this. The Celtics did not try to switch Rozier onto Lebron.  The Cavs are forcing the mismatch.  They aren't running a pick with Tatum's man.  They run the pick with George Hill. This isn't a question of Brad trying to put Rozier on Lebron, this is a question of the Cavs trying to create a mismatch.  Pretty much how all basketball teams work. This is basketball 101.

In fact, Brad made the adjustment with Horford as the help defender off of the switch when Jaylen had to make the switch, with Terry being forced to identify and close out on the open man. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 22, 2018, 02:09:10 AM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

Yeah, switches with the swings or bigs (or Smart), which nobody is really complaining about, as they can hold their own.

The last two games they consistently tried to switch Rozier on either Lebron or the bigs, which clearly hasn't worked at all as that's just too much of a mismatch to overcome.

Wow. You are so missing this. The Celtics did not try to switch Rozier onto Lebron.  The Cavs are forcing the mismatch.  They aren't running a pick with Tatum's man.  They run the pick with George Hill. This isn't a question of Brad trying to put Rozier on Lebron, this is a question of the Cavs trying to create a mismatch.  Pretty much how all basketball teams work. This is basketball 101.

In fact, Brad made the adjustment with Horford as the help defender off of the switch when Jaylen had to make the switch, with Terry being forced to identify and close out on the open man.
That's not really true though. They're not forcing the switch at all. We are just refusing to fight through / go under the pick. Even Mark freakin' Jackson was picking up on this.

The Cavs are trying to force the mismatch, but we're letting them
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: bknova on May 22, 2018, 02:21:13 AM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

Yeah, switches with the swings or bigs (or Smart), which nobody is really complaining about, as they can hold their own.

The last two games they consistently tried to switch Rozier on either Lebron or the bigs, which clearly hasn't worked at all as that's just too much of a mismatch to overcome.

Wow. You are so missing this. The Celtics did not try to switch Rozier onto Lebron.  The Cavs are forcing the mismatch.  They aren't running a pick with Tatum's man.  They run the pick with George Hill. This isn't a question of Brad trying to put Rozier on Lebron, this is a question of the Cavs trying to create a mismatch.  Pretty much how all basketball teams work. This is basketball 101.

In fact, Brad made the adjustment with Horford as the help defender off of the switch when Jaylen had to make the switch, with Terry being forced to identify and close out on the open man.
That's not really true though. They're not forcing the switch at all. We are just refusing to fight through / go under the pick. Even Mark freakin' Jackson was picking up on this.

The Cavs are trying to force the mismatch, but we're letting them

The adjustment on the switch, without abandoning the switch, was made in the second half.  Boneheaded plays by Rozier and Smart cost us the game.  Not the switching.  It actually brought us back into the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 22, 2018, 02:36:14 AM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

Yeah, switches with the swings or bigs (or Smart), which nobody is really complaining about, as they can hold their own.

The last two games they consistently tried to switch Rozier on either Lebron or the bigs, which clearly hasn't worked at all as that's just too much of a mismatch to overcome.

Wow. You are so missing this. The Celtics did not try to switch Rozier onto Lebron.  The Cavs are forcing the mismatch.  They aren't running a pick with Tatum's man.  They run the pick with George Hill. This isn't a question of Brad trying to put Rozier on Lebron, this is a question of the Cavs trying to create a mismatch.  Pretty much how all basketball teams work. This is basketball 101.

In fact, Brad made the adjustment with Horford as the help defender off of the switch when Jaylen had to make the switch, with Terry being forced to identify and close out on the open man.
That's not really true though. They're not forcing the switch at all. We are just refusing to fight through / go under the pick. Even Mark freakin' Jackson was picking up on this.

The Cavs are trying to force the mismatch, but we're letting them

The adjustment on the switch, without abandoning the switch, was made in the second half.  Boneheaded plays by Rozier and Smart cost us the game.  Not the switching.  It actually brought us back into the game.
Yeah, but at that stage we had been down by nearly 20 on numerous times, after getting scorched by Rozier on LeBron/TT. It was a bit late
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: greece66 on May 22, 2018, 03:37:49 AM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

Your comment is spot on Koz.

Sometimes your greatest strength is also weakness.

Stevens looks more human now.

But he has three days until the next game  ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on May 22, 2018, 06:25:07 AM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

Your comment is spot on Koz.

Sometimes your greatest strength is also weakness.

Stevens looks more human now.

But he has three days until the next game  ;)

Next game is Wednesday. That's tomorrow. Unless you are talking dog years that is only one day from today.

I knew it was a lot but just read this...
Boston missed a staggering 15 dunks and layups overall.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 22, 2018, 08:24:35 AM
Can't count this as a W just because it is at home...this is the type of game LBJ has always stolen from the Cs
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: smokeablount on May 22, 2018, 09:20:07 AM
Heart says we win a close one, head says we lose by 8-14 points.

Lost by 9.  Head wins, unfortunately.  But head thinks we win game 5, and the series. 
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 22, 2018, 11:44:19 AM
Can't count this as a W just because it is at home...this is the type of game LBJ has always stolen from the Cs

yup.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 22, 2018, 02:26:33 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

Yeah, switches with the swings or bigs (or Smart), which nobody is really complaining about, as they can hold their own.

The last two games they consistently tried to switch Rozier on either Lebron or the bigs, which clearly hasn't worked at all as that's just too much of a mismatch to overcome.

Wow. You are so missing this. The Celtics did not try to switch Rozier onto Lebron.  The Cavs are forcing the mismatch.  They aren't running a pick with Tatum's man.  They run the pick with George Hill. This isn't a question of Brad trying to put Rozier on Lebron, this is a question of the Cavs trying to create a mismatch.  Pretty much how all basketball teams work. This is basketball 101.

In fact, Brad made the adjustment with Horford as the help defender off of the switch when Jaylen had to make the switch, with Terry being forced to identify and close out on the open man.
That's not really true though. They're not forcing the switch at all. We are just refusing to fight through / go under the pick. Even Mark freakin' Jackson was picking up on this.

The Cavs are trying to force the mismatch, but we're letting them

The adjustment on the switch, without abandoning the switch, was made in the second half.  Boneheaded plays by Rozier and Smart cost us the game.  Not the switching.  It actually brought us back into the game.
Yeah, but at that stage we had been down by nearly 20 on numerous times, after getting scorched by Rozier on LeBron/TT. It was a bit late
You would've thought that we were at an advantage with rozier on lebron the way he was just forcing the switch. Rozier has done this all year. Instead of fighting through weak screens he switches onto the other guy way to early and without any resistance to the screen. There was one play last night where he ran back to his man after being screened and it was in the 4th qtr and was because smart yelled at him to get the freak back on his man.
Some of the stuff we've seen the past 2 games is just really simple basketball that our guys can't wrap their heads around. Pretty embarrassing
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Billz401 on May 22, 2018, 02:33:57 PM
Questionable (abysmal) calls that went against us tonight:

Rozier gets fouled and hits layup and gets NO continuation like James ALWAYS gets and we get ball out on side.

George Hill literally SHOVED Rozier about 5 feet beyond the three point line with BOTH hands and NO call and he passes and then just looks at the ref like what the heck.

Jaylen get raked on arm by Korver (clearly seen on replay) on a layup/drive and NO call.

The announcers talk about Tatum missing a dunk but Nance hacked him on the wrist (ONCE again CLEAR as a bell on the replay).

George Hill knocks Tatum sideways and off balance on his jump shot from 14 feet and no call.

Those are just a few.

Smitty77
You're forgetting the Marcus Morris offensive because a Cav ran into his leg while shooting a three. A seldom called foul where during the season much, much worse stuff was continually called for the defender. Just a terrible call.

You'realso firgetting the call where the Cavs threw the ball out of bounds where it hit a ref but Cleveland somehow kept possession. Clearly a terrible call.

Thanks for refreshing my memory Nick!!  I do think Morris kicked out his leg and that was a foul, BUT he had released the ball PRIOR to that, therefore the three SHOULD have counted!!

Smitty77

Scott Foster and Bill Kennedy.  All that needs to be said.
Or the time when love clearly hits the ball out of bounds 3 feet in front of bill Kennedy and he still says Cavs ball. Everything about this game was laughable, our defense, our bbiq, the officiating. They didn't even seem to try and hide the biased calls against us because it was in Cleveland. Can't wait until wed and our fans can go berserk when they call that bs
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: greece66 on May 22, 2018, 08:24:46 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

Your comment is spot on Koz.

Sometimes your greatest strength is also weakness.

Stevens looks more human now.

But he has three days until the next game  ;)

Next game is Wednesday. That's tomorrow. Unless you are talking dog years that is only one day from today.

I knew it was a lot but just read this...
Boston missed a staggering 15 dunks and layups overall.

lol good point hodgy but my concern is not the number of days.
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 22, 2018, 09:03:47 PM
Pathetic effort for the second game in a row. Getting outworked and outhustled by guys that have been slugs all year like Korver, Hill and Thompson.
Many here fail to give the Cavs credit. They're playing well, hustling and still have LeBron. Their rebounding really gives the Celtics problems.
'

That might have a little something to do with them going big and us refusing to respond and staying small, all while switching everything and gifting them mismatches to exploit left and right.
I'd like to see someone ask Brad about that post game.
Let me repeat myself: Brad doesn't do adjustments! He needs three days to mull it over, because he's "cerebral". Unfortunately, an NBA game lasts 48 minutes so that's too bad for him...

I mean, that's the thing - it has clearly not been working the entire series and was amplified in game 3, yet there still was no adjustment!

It's inexcusable that we didn't make any adjustments to that for game 4 and allowed them to abuse us in mismatches due to this scheme.
Actually I think there were a lot of switches in Games 1 and 2 that worked pretty well and forced LeBron into bad shots. I don't mind the switches, just pack the paint and be ready to close out on shooters. You need effort from all 5 guys and it's going to work... except now you're perhaps getting effort from one guy. If that.

Yeah, switches with the swings or bigs (or Smart), which nobody is really complaining about, as they can hold their own.

The last two games they consistently tried to switch Rozier on either Lebron or the bigs, which clearly hasn't worked at all as that's just too much of a mismatch to overcome.

Wow. You are so missing this. The Celtics did not try to switch Rozier onto Lebron.  The Cavs are forcing the mismatch.  They aren't running a pick with Tatum's man.  They run the pick with George Hill. This isn't a question of Brad trying to put Rozier on Lebron, this is a question of the Cavs trying to create a mismatch.  Pretty much how all basketball teams work. This is basketball 101.

In fact, Brad made the adjustment with Horford as the help defender off of the switch when Jaylen had to make the switch, with Terry being forced to identify and close out on the open man.
That's not really true though. They're not forcing the switch at all. We are just refusing to fight through / go under the pick. Even Mark freakin' Jackson was picking up on this.

The Cavs are trying to force the mismatch, but we're letting them

The adjustment on the switch, without abandoning the switch, was made in the second half.  Boneheaded plays by Rozier and Smart cost us the game.  Not the switching.  It actually brought us back into the game.
Yeah, but at that stage we had been down by nearly 20 on numerous times, after getting scorched by Rozier on LeBron/TT. It was a bit late
You would've thought that we were at an advantage with rozier on lebron the way he was just forcing the switch. Rozier has done this all year. Instead of fighting through weak screens he switches onto the other guy way to early and without any resistance to the screen. There was one play last night where he ran back to his man after being screened and it was in the 4th qtr and was because smart yelled at him to get the freak back on his man.
Some of the stuff we've seen the past 2 games is just really simple basketball that our guys can't wrap their heads around. Pretty embarrassing

so the celtics are stuck on stupid?? LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 12:18:45 AM
https://nesn.com/2018/05/nba-struggles-twice-to-explain-marcus-morris-offensive-foul-on-kevin-love/?src=rss

Weak
Title: Re: Celtics (2-1) at Cavs (1-2) ECF Game #4 5/21/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 24, 2018, 05:58:37 PM
one of the youngest rosters in the league

a team built for the future

that is ready to win now

C us rise!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!