Maine Red Claws to the playoffs depends on the last game of the season

[Nowee]

The Red Claws beat the BayHawks 110 - 99 last night. That win eliminated the BayHawks from the playoffs. The Red Claws now have a 3 game winning streak and the 8th seed.

If the Red Claws beat the BayHawks again tonight at there court, the grab the 8th and final seed. If they don't, and Skyforce drops Iowa, the Skyforce clinch the 8th seed. The Skyforce have a 1 game losing streak and Iowa has a 2 game winning streak and plays at home.

If the Red Claws win and the Tulsa 66ers lose (3 game losing streak) the Red Claws will have the 7th seed.

I hope the Red Claws make the playoffs so that it can help Fab Melo get better because of more games!

Tonight at 7:00 PM ET

[Celtics4ever]

I hope the Red Claws make the playoffs so that it can help Fab Melo get better because of more games!

He needs it.  He has shown some improvement as the year goes on.   

10 PPG   6 RPG  3.2 BPG   But he has a ways to go yet.

http://www.nba.com/dleague/playerfile/fab_melo/

[pearljammer10]

I hope the Red Claws make the playoffs so that it can help Fab Melo get better because of more games!

He needs it.  He has shown some improvement as the year goes on.   

10 PPG   6 RPG  3.2 BPG   But he has a ways to go yet.

http://www.nba.com/dleague/playerfile/fab_melo/

I would perfectly happy if Fab could averages those numbers for the celts someday. Not too high of expectations in my eyes.

[SHAQATTACK]

go fab!!!

[Finkelskyhook]

I hope the Red Claws make the playoffs so that it can help Fab Melo get better because of more games!

He needs it.  He has shown some improvement as the year goes on.   

10 PPG   6 RPG  3.2 BPG   But he has a ways to go yet.

http://www.nba.com/dleague/playerfile/fab_melo/

I would perfectly happy if Fab could averages those numbers for the celts someday. Not too high of expectations in my eyes.

Those are Montross Celtics' numbers with more blocks.  Those would be solid numbers if he improves his positioning defensively.

Hopefully he gets some playoff minutes since he missed the NCAA tourney experience last year.

[Nowee]

I expect the Red Claws to make the D-league Playoffs tonight. *knock on wood*

I hope that in the playoffs Fab Melo plays like the first half of the Red Claws season or better. His last chance to shine before training camp next season.

[Celtics4ever]

Those are Montross Celtics' numbers with more blocks.

So it has come to this, Montross is a Celtic Great?   

Montross numbers were against NBA talent not NBADL, I hardly think he is a barometer for a good player or worthy NBA talent.   He was a fringe player who didn't last long in the league, this doesn't strengthen your point, if your implying Melo is NBA level.

[Finkelskyhook]

Those are Montross Celtics' numbers with more blocks.

So it has come to this, Montross is a Celtic Great?   

Montross numbers were against NBA talent not NBADL, I hardly think he is a barometer for a good player or worthy NBA talent.   He was a fringe player who didn't last long in the league, this doesn't strengthen your point, if your implying Melo is NBA level.

lol....Montross was a pretty servicable player his rookie year.  I wasn't implying anything beyond their numbers being similar.  Melo is far more raw with a far bigger upside.  He also has the opportunity to play with far better players and for a better coach than Montross did.

[Nowee]

Melo's looks slow and misses a open dunk. Ow boy.

[ManUp]

10/6/3 that's it? With his size and athleticism he should be dominant down there. Danny might have really blown it with the Melo pick.

[bfrombleacher]

Fab boarding.

Woot woot!

[hwangjini_1]

Fab boarding.

Woot woot!

where are you watching the game? link please.

[bfrombleacher]

Fab boarding.

Woot woot!

where are you watching the game? link please.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10IMIu0PZT8&feature=player_embedded
It's live^^

http://www.nba.com/dleague/maine/ <---they post all D-League games on youtube live there

And as I speak the Red Claws somehow manage to lose a 15(?) point lead. Melo's stats aren't great but his impact on D is carrying this team.

For a 22nd pick, I'd be happy if Melo's current production transfers. 10/6 and a massive defensive presence.

[Celtics4ever]

For a 22nd pick, I'd be happy if Melo's current production transfers. 10/6 and a massive defensive presence.

It hasn't thus far, playing against DL is one thing, here are his NBA stats:

 0.2 RPG    0.4 BPG   1 PPG

http://www.nba.com/playerfile/fab_melo/

[bfrombleacher]

For a 22nd pick, I'd be happy if Melo's current production transfers. 10/6 and a massive defensive presence.

It hasn't thus far, playing against DL is one thing, here are his NBA stats:

 0.2 RPG    0.4 BPG   1 PPG

http://www.nba.com/playerfile/fab_melo/

I hope the Red Claws make the playoffs so that it can help Fab Melo get better because of more games!

He needs it.  He has shown some improvement as the year goes on.   

10 PPG   6 RPG  3.2 BPG   But he has a ways to go yet.

http://www.nba.com/dleague/playerfile/fab_melo/

I would perfectly happy if Fab could averages those numbers for the celts someday. Not too high of expectations in my eyes.

I was referring to what pearljammer said.