Hornets (24-25) at Celtics (31-19) Game #51 1/30/19

[Atzar]

Very strong game against a team in the playoff picture in the east.  Hornets are near .500, even though it didn't look like it tonight.  Thrashed them 63-35 in the second half.  Can't take that for granted.

No complaints.  Everybody contributed, offense was good, defense was good, active on the glass.  Good to see Hayward look for his shot a bit in the second half; even better to see him have some success at it.  Hope he can build on this, because I still think the All Star is in there somewhere. 

[jpotter33]

10 assists for Rozier - credit where credit is due. He definitely has better decision making when he is starting.

True.

That's why Ainge has a decision to make next week.

Given the AD news, I don't see Rozier going anywhere, as he's still a sign-and-trade possibility this summer, which could be a major part of getting AD.

Actually due to Base Year Compensation it's extremely unlikely Rozier is included in any AD deal.

What is Base Year Compensation?

[hwangjini_1]

a nice thorough buttkicking tonight.  a truly glorious game to behold

And Indiana is getting slaughtered. 

[Fierce1]

Next week would really be interesting as it could determine the future of this Celtics team.

If AD is not traded next week, it's a sure thing AD's coming to Boston in the summer.

But if AD gets traded next week, what now?

[celticinorlando]

Indiana in a free fall. Cs need to get to at least the 3 seed. Would be nice.

[Fierce1]

10 assists for Rozier - credit where credit is due. He definitely has better decision making when he is starting.

True.

That's why Ainge has a decision to make next week.

Given the AD news, I don't see Rozier going anywhere, as he's still a sign-and-trade possibility this summer, which could be a major part of getting AD.

Actually due to Base Year Compensation it's extremely unlikely Rozier is included in any AD deal.

What is Base Year Compensation?

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[Boston Garden Leprechaun]

Next week would really be interesting as it could determine the future of this Celtics team.

If AD is not traded next week, it's a sure thing AD's coming to Boston in the summer.

But if AD gets traded next week, what now?

PLAN B

[liam]

a nice thorough buttkicking tonight.  a truly glorious game to behold

Blowouts are like soaking in the hot tub......

[celticinorlando]

Next week would really be interesting as it could determine the future of this Celtics team.

If AD is not traded next week, it's a sure thing AD's coming to Boston in the summer.

But if AD gets traded next week, what now?

Stay the course. Draft 3 guys in the first round. Build young. Resign Kyrie and Mook.

[Fierce1]

Indiana in a free fall. Cs need to get to at least the 3 seed. Would be nice.

#2 seed is the ideal as it would ensure the Celts home court advantage until the 2nd round of the playoffs.

[Fierce1]

Next week would really be interesting as it could determine the future of this Celtics team.

If AD is not traded next week, it's a sure thing AD's coming to Boston in the summer.

But if AD gets traded next week, what now?

Stay the course. Draft 3 guys in the first round. Build young. Resign Kyrie and Mook.

If AD is still with the Pels after Feb. 7, the Celts will be drafting for the Pels in June.

[celticinorlando]

Next week would really be interesting as it could determine the future of this Celtics team.

If AD is not traded next week, it's a sure thing AD's coming to Boston in the summer.

But if AD gets traded next week, what now?

Stay the course. Draft 3 guys in the first round. Build young. Resign Kyrie and Mook.

If AD is still with the Pels after Feb. 7, the Celts will be drafting for the Pels in June.

Agree 100 percent. Just saying if he is dealt before then.

[SparzWizard]

Next week would really be interesting as it could determine the future of this Celtics team.

If AD is not traded next week, it's a sure thing AD's coming to Boston in the summer.

But if AD gets traded next week, what now?

Lakers package will still be there in the summer. Pelicans' Dell Demps can be silly and take their package over the Celtics' package.

And maybe Hart, Kuzma, Ball, and Ingram start to suddenly play lights out in the post-ASG that could deter the Celtics from landing AD in the summer.

[slamtheking]

a nice thorough buttkicking tonight.  a truly glorious game to behold

Blowouts are like soaking in the hot tub......

they're even better.  I can't stay in a hot tub for over 2 hours.  I can enjoy a buttkicking game that long   

[liam]

a nice thorough buttkicking tonight.  a truly glorious game to behold

Blowouts are like soaking in the hot tub......

they're even better.  I can't stay in a hot tub for over 2 hours.  I can enjoy a buttkicking game that long   

True!