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Title: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: FLCeltsFan on January 10, 2018, 10:41:58 PM
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Boston Celtics (33-10) at Philadelphia 76ers (19-19)
Thursday, January 11, 2018
3:00 PM ET
Game #44, Road Game #21
TV:  NBC Sports Boston,  NBC Sports Philadelphia, BT Sport
Live Stream:  https://www.facebook.com/btsport/ (https://www.facebook.com/btsport/)
Radio:  98.5 Sports Hub,  97.5 The Fanatic
O2 Arena, London

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Probable Starters
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PG Kyrie Irving........... SG: Jaylen Brown
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C:  Al Horford
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SF:  Jayson Tatum  .............. PF: Marcus Morris

Celtics Reserves

Shane Larkin
Abdel Nader
Semi Ojeleye
Daniel Theis
Terry Rozier
Marcus Smart
Aron Baynes
Guerschon Yabusele


Injuries

Gordon Hayward (ankle)  out

Two Way Players
Kadeem Allen
Jabari Bird

Head Coach

Brad Stevens

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Probable Starters
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PG: Ben Simmons ................. SG: JJ Redick
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C:  Joel Embiid
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SF:   Robert Covington  .............. PF: Dario Saric

Sixers Reserves
Justin Anderson
Jerryd Bayless
Trevor Booker
Timothe Luwawu Cabarrot
Richaun Holmes
TJ McConnell

Injuries

Amir Johnson (illness)  questionable
Markelle Fultz  (shoulder)  out
Furkan Korkmaz (foot)  out

Two Way Players
James Michael McAdoo
James Young

Coach
Brett Brown

Game Notes

The Celtics and 76ers meet for the 8th regular season NBA game played in the UK. This will be the Celtics 8th game in Europe with 3 in Madrid, 3 in Italy and 1 in London.  It's been 10 years since the Celtics last played in London.  That was the year that KG, Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and the Celtics won the team's 17th championship.  The first NBA game played in London was in 1993 when the Hawks took on the Magic.  The O2 Arena has a capacity of 1869 and sold out for this game in less than an hour. 

The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are division rivals.  They have faced off in 19 playoff series over the years, with Boston winning 12 of those series.  This is the 3rd of 4 games between them this season. The Celtics got their first win of the season on October 20 against the Sixers, winning 102-92.  That began the Celtics 16 game win streak.  The Celtics also won 108-97 on November 30.  They will meet one more time in 1 week on January 18th to finish the series. 

Both teams have had 4 days off before this game and they have had a chance to spend time in London and to get a couple of practices in before having to play the game.  The Celtics are 7-3 in their last 10 games and have won 6 straight.  The Sixers have won their last 4 games and ware 5-5 in their last 10.  Technically this is a home game for the Sixers but both teams have the same disadvantage of playing far away from home.  The Celtics are 15-5 on the road while the Sixers are 10-10 on the road. 

Although Celtics fans were excited to see Gordon Hayward without a brace on his foot this week, he is still out with the ankle injury and isn't expected to play this season.  Al Horford is expected to return from the knee injury that kept him out of the Celtics game against the Wolves.  Marcus Morris is finally off the minutes restriction due to the knee injury that has kept him out of back to back games and limited to less than 20 minutes per game. 

Former Celtic Amir Johnson missed the Sixers practice in London on Wednesday with an illness and is listed as questionable for this game.  Furkan Korkmaz is out with a foot injury.  Markelle Fultz is expected to remain on the sidelines for this game although he has been participating in practice and is very close to returning to play. 

With Marcus Morris expected to be healthy,  I am guessing that he will return to the starting lineup at power forward.  Al Horford is also expected to play in this one and should start at center with Aron Baynes coming off the bench.  The Sixers are expected to start their normal lineup of Simmons, Redick, Saric, Covington, and Embiid. 

Key Matchups
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Kyrie Irving vs Ben Simmons
The 6'10"Simmons will have a distinct height advantage on Irving but Irving has the experience advantage on his side.  Simmons is averaging 16.9 points, 8.4 rebounds, 7.5 assists, and 1.9 steals.  He is shooting 51% from the field and has not shot a 3 pointer this season.  He is shooting just 55.7% from the free throw line and has been the subject of "hack a Ben" strategy from time to time this season.   Simmons had 15 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals the last time these two teams met. 

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Al Horford vs Joel Embiid
Joel Embiid will also have a height advantage on Al Horford and Horford will also have an experience advantage on Embiid.  Embiid is averaging 23.8 points, 10.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.0 blocks per game.  He will definitely be a tough cover for any of the Celtics who try to stay with him and limit his effectiveness. 

Honorable Mention
 Jason Tatum vs Dario Saric
Saric has played very well against the Celtics this season.  He finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds the last time these two teams met.  He is averaging 13.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 2.6 assists this season for the Sixers.  The Celtics' rookie needs to play defense on him to make him work for his points and he also has to play well on the offensive end to make him work on defense. 

Keys to the Game
Defense -  Defense wins games and the Celtics have been winning with their defense.  The Celtics have the best defense in the league with a defensive rating of 99.7.  The Sixers aren't exactly slouches on the defensive end with a defensive rating of 103.3, which is 7th in the league.    Defense wins games and the Celtics need every player to make defense a priority. 

Be Aggressive
- The Celtics have to be the more aggressive team and go after all the loose balls, and aggressively go after rebounds, and be aggressive on defense. They also have to be aggressive in taking the ball into the paint.  The more aggressive team will usually get the benefit of the whistles.  The Celtics need to be the hardest working and toughest team on the court. 

Move the Ball - The Celtics play best when they move the ball and find the open man.  When they dribble too much and when each player tries to do too much, the offense stalls and it throws off every other area of their game.  The Celtics need to also be careful with their passes as the Sixers are 8th in the league with 8.4 steals per game and they average 16.3 point off turnovers per game.   If the Celtics get careless, the Sixers will make them pay. 

Rebound - The Celtics need to crash the boards as they can't score if they don't have the ball.  The Sixers are first in the league with 47.8 rebounds per game while the Celtics are 11th with 44.5 rebounds per game.  The Sixers are 6th with 14.2 second chance points and 8th with 46.8 points in the paint.  The Celtics have to work very hard to beat the Sixers to rebounds to avoid giving them extra points on second chance baskets. 

X-Factors
Focus - Both teams are playing on a different continent with the time difference and the distractions that go with being in a different country.  Neither should have a home crowd advantage although I think there should be more Celtics fans there.  Both are young teams and those young players have got to keep their focus on the game.  Which team will be more focused? 

Depth - The Celtics are the deeper team, especially with Markelle Fultz and Furkan Korkmaz being out and Amir Johnson being questionable with an illness.  The Celtics are healthy with the return of Horford and Morris' minutes restriction being lifted.  The Celtics can run fresh legs at the Sixers throughout the game and so hopefully that will give them an edge. 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: csfansince60s on January 10, 2018, 10:43:32 PM
TP FLCelts.......special thread for a special game...great stuff!!!!

Don't like Philly..... not in the 60s, not in the 80s,  and especially not after the process.

Go Celtics and kick those 70 stinkers butts!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: FLCeltsFan on January 10, 2018, 10:43:50 PM
TP to   csfansince60s  for being the first to post in the game thread!!

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Celtics!!! 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 10, 2018, 10:48:03 PM
TP FLcF  and Go Celtics!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Jon Niednagel on January 10, 2018, 10:51:55 PM
Lets go Celtics!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 10, 2018, 10:55:24 PM
It's been a long week with no games! Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: trickybilly on January 10, 2018, 11:06:49 PM
Interersting to see who plays most minutes on Simmons

Go Cs
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Somebody on January 11, 2018, 02:54:21 AM
LET'S GO CELTICS!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: CelticsElite on January 11, 2018, 03:49:27 AM
That arena looks funny

3pm on a workday is so interesting for a game
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Androslav on January 11, 2018, 06:03:29 AM
That arena looks funny

3pm on a workday is so interesting for a game
Loving it! I see my team and then go to sleep during "normal" hours.
We will win 100%
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: mr. dee on January 11, 2018, 06:18:43 AM
That arena looks funny

3pm on a workday is so interesting for a game
Loving it! I see my team and then go to sleep during "normal" hours.
We will win 100%

Not me. I have to wake up at dawn to watch this one.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: JBcat on January 11, 2018, 07:06:13 AM
TP.

I’m guessing Baynes will start not Morris.  Stevens likes to play the matchup with these 2, and I think Baynes would matchup better against Embiid than Horford.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Celtics4ever on January 11, 2018, 07:45:20 AM
Go Celtics!   World stage!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Surferdad on January 11, 2018, 08:18:39 AM
12th man? EDIT: Yes, and frist paige as well.  Go C's!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Billz401 on January 11, 2018, 09:28:40 AM
Let's show these brits what being a Celtic really means!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Donoghus on January 11, 2018, 10:12:33 AM
Will this be on League Pass? 

Some workday distraction.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ory on January 11, 2018, 10:22:00 AM
These games in unusual places seem odd to me. Why would the Sixers be the "home team" in London?

Schedule us on Christmas @ Lakers in Honolulu and vs. Lakers on St. Patrick's Day in Dublin.

Anyway, Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: FLCeltsFan on January 11, 2018, 12:44:39 PM
Will this be on League Pass? 

Some workday distraction.
I don't think it will be on League Pass.  It is on NBA-TV.  But BT Sport said they are going to stream it on their facebook page.  Hopefully it won't get blacked out.  https://www.facebook.com/btsport/
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Donoghus on January 11, 2018, 12:55:17 PM
Will this be on League Pass? 

Some workday distraction.
I don't think it will be on League Pass.  It is on NBA-TV.  But BT Sport said they are going to stream it on their facebook page.  Hopefully it won't get blacked out.  https://www.facebook.com/btsport/

Gotcha.  Thanks FL.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 02:18:43 PM
Big day. London game and then tonight the Cavs v Raptors. Hard to cheer for the Cavs but we need another Raptors loss
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: TheLegendaryClub on January 11, 2018, 02:18:45 PM
These games in unusual places seem odd to me. Why would the Sixers be the "home team" in London?

Schedule us on Christmas @ Lakers in Honolulu and vs. Lakers on St. Patrick's Day in Dublin.

Anyway, Go Celtics!

I guess they're still angry about that whole tea-in-the-Boston-Harbor incident  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: DefenseWinsChamps on January 11, 2018, 02:21:50 PM
Big day. London game and then tonight the Cavs v Raptors. Hard to cheer for the Cavs but we need another Raptors loss

That's a win-win, either way, for us.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 02:22:43 PM
Big day. London game and then tonight the Cavs v Raptors. Hard to cheer for the Cavs but we need another Raptors loss

That's a win-win, either way, for us.

Agree. Just feel like the Raptors are the short term contender while the Cavs the long term
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: nickagneta on January 11, 2018, 02:42:44 PM
Blimey...its almost game time! Go Green.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Phantom255x on January 11, 2018, 02:58:17 PM
GO C'S!!  8)

Unfortunately won't be able to stream the game live and will only be in-and-out here in this thread because I got classes between 3-6 PM.  :(

Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:01:47 PM
Blimey...its almost game time! Go Green.

Game time governa!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:09:03 PM
I guess this is a home game for The Sixers.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:13:01 PM
Cold start...
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 03:13:07 PM
What a week. My wife had our baby on Tuesday night, and we just got out of the hospital in time to catch the London game!

Let's go C's!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Phantom255x on January 11, 2018, 03:14:57 PM
What a week. My wife had our baby on Tuesday night, and we just got out of the hospital in time to catch the London game!

Let's go C's!

Congrats man!  ;D

Hope the Celtics add to your week with an undefeated one!  ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 03:15:19 PM
Are they really guarding Kyrie with Simmons?!  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:18:59 PM
What a week. My wife had our baby on Tuesday night, and we just got out of the hospital in time to catch the London game!

Let's go C's!

Congrats man!  ;D

Hope the Celtics add to your week with an undefeated one!  ;)

Don't The Celtics know that they need to win this one for your new baby?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 03:20:45 PM
Pretty atrocious D so far. Lack of energy compared to the 76ers.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:23:33 PM
No energy...no defense

Philly just straight street ball
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:24:18 PM
Anyone want to guard the 3 point line?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on January 11, 2018, 03:26:01 PM
MVP chants in London for Kyrie, love it!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:27:46 PM
Brown's outside shooting is getting no better.

Turnovers and no defense so far for Boston
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: makaveli on January 11, 2018, 03:30:50 PM
don't overhelp on simmons, morris is doing a great job.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:31:52 PM
These announcers are like an infomercial for the sixers.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:33:48 PM
Brown's outside shooting is getting no better.

Turnovers and no defense so far for Boston

Isn't Brown shooting 39% from three this year?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 03:34:16 PM
Big MO!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:34:58 PM
Brown's outside shooting is getting no better.

Turnovers and no defense so far for Boston

Isn't Brown shooting 39% from three this year?

Last few games he has really struggled from 3
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:35:01 PM
Embiid seems to have been born with two pivot feet!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:35:44 PM
JJ Redick's game is so Saturday morning men's league. Him and Korver make me angry
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:35:48 PM
Brown's outside shooting is getting no better.

Turnovers and no defense so far for Boston

Isn't Brown shooting 39% from three this year?

Last few games he has really struggled from 3

Maybe so but 39% for the year is very good.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: DefenseWinsChamps on January 11, 2018, 03:35:59 PM
Kyrie's out of sync and short on every outside shot. He'll get better as the game goes along.

Our defense looked better, other than leaving a few shooters open.

Keep playing -- the sixers can't (edit) play at this level for 4 quarters.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: nickagneta on January 11, 2018, 03:36:23 PM
What a week. My wife had our baby on Tuesday night, and we just got out of the hospital in time to catch the London game!

Let's go C's!
CONGRATS! Say bye bye to sleep! 😉😂
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: makaveli on January 11, 2018, 03:36:41 PM
i hate the way tatum gets no action early in the games. he is such an effective player, and he does most of his damage in the last 6-7 minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:37:31 PM
Kyrie's out of sync and short on every outside shot. He'll get better as the game goes along.

Our defense looked better, other than leaving a few shooters open.

Keep playing -- the sixers can play at this level for 4 quarters.

Cover Redick and try to make another Sixers shoot from outside.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:39:00 PM
Redick with the flop!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 03:42:18 PM
Lovely, one team showed up to play and one did not.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:42:20 PM
Defense is pathetic

Worst Boston has looked in a long time. No energy. No defense. Sloppy

Getting beat down the floor by YMCA players
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 03:42:44 PM
What did Marcus Smart do to these refs?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 03:43:08 PM
Embiid is using that off-arm every single time he posts up, yet they're not calling that in favor of Reddick flops. Okay...
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:43:25 PM
Going to London and get your ass kicked. Way to show up
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:44:27 PM
Disgraceful Boston. Just stay home next time. What an embarrassing effort.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on January 11, 2018, 03:45:13 PM
Lol, Smart and Terry are tanking.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 03:45:24 PM
No patience or real movement on most of the offensive possessions.

Smart getting screwed by refs, but mostly a non factor.  This is about effort and execution right now.  Kyrie needs to make a bigger impact on the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: nickagneta on January 11, 2018, 03:45:32 PM
Still a lot of time. Gotta hunker down on defense and get that ball moving on offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: apc on January 11, 2018, 03:45:41 PM
It won’t be a Celtics game without a comeback !
Got to start from behind
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: makaveli on January 11, 2018, 03:46:13 PM
Disgraceful Boston. Just stay home next time. What an embarrassing effort.
dude...there is like 2 and a 1/2 game to go...
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: mainevent on January 11, 2018, 03:46:48 PM
Pathetic...they could've stayed stateside to get their asses kicked! We really need another scorer off the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: YoungOne87 on January 11, 2018, 03:47:51 PM
our offensive woes continue and sixers hitting from everywhere.

receipe for desaster

lets hope we will crawl back into this
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 03:47:54 PM
The 76ers are playing with size and pressuring with their coverage off ball.  The Celtics needs to counter this by going to the rim and passing well back door.  They keep just throwing bad passes where the 76ers are pressuring them.  Make adjustments here.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:48:16 PM
Disgraceful Boston. Just stay home next time. What an embarrassing effort.
dude...there is like 2 and a 1/2 game to go...

Correct. Doesn't excuse the effort so far for Boston. 7 plus turnovers. No defense. No energy.

Defense isn't even there
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 03:49:18 PM
This is pathetic, especially coming off of four days rest when that was our primary complaint in the first half of the season.
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Post by: iadera on January 11, 2018, 03:49:53 PM
Pathetic...they could've stayed stateside to get their asses kicked! We really need another scorer off the bench.


We need some plays, which Stevens forgot to tell them. This is embarrassment for a Top East team. We should promote NBA not embarrasse.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: CelticsElite on January 11, 2018, 03:52:48 PM
It seems our team plays terribly when they get Lots of days off of rest, and plays better with back to backs on tight schedules.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 03:52:49 PM
Man Kyrie has been cold.  Not that he has made nothing but it's been a stretch to me over several games.  Missing lay ups.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:52:52 PM
need to get this to 10 at the half. Starts on defense

How many shots has Boston missed at the rim

And of course Simmons who can't make anything outside can't miss
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 03:54:09 PM
We literally look like we haven't played with each other before tonight, like it's the first game of the season. What in the world happened the last four days??
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on January 11, 2018, 03:54:30 PM
Kyrie can't shoot anymore?
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Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:55:23 PM
I sure hope this trip and game doesn't put this team into some sort of prolonged funk
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 03:56:30 PM
I do not understand how little time Tatum gets in some games. He would be on the floor for me all the time
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: greece66 on January 11, 2018, 03:58:16 PM
this time is so convenient, we should play in london more often
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: keevsnick on January 11, 2018, 03:58:58 PM
I do not understand how little time Tatum gets in some games. He would be on the floor for me all the time

He average 31 minutes a game as a 19yo rookie for the 1st seed in the eastern conference. He gets plenty of time, needs to take more shots. Brad Stevens really doesn't play any one player that much, even Kyrie gets only 32.6 minutes a game. 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:00:05 PM
I really hate JJ redick
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 04:01:55 PM
So they miss the blatant moving screen on Booker and the slap on Brown's arm for the layup, but they got the slap on Embiid's arm on the double-team?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:02:44 PM
Kyrie just getting killed underneath
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:05:06 PM
Kyrie really doesn't get star calls to me.  lol In theory I am fine with it but when other players get it, i'ts annoying.  When he just drove and then got knocked down off that putback I think a lot of other star guards are at the FT line.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:05:47 PM
Great steal by Smart lol, just lay it in!  Thankfully Jaylen is probably the one Celtic playing hard and not missing at the rim so much.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 04:05:47 PM
Lol such a Smart possession - perfect steal on the handoff; blows the fastbreak dunk.

Thank God for Brown tonight. He's keeping us in the game.
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Post by: GratefulCs on January 11, 2018, 04:05:53 PM
way to get it to single digits!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:07:22 PM
Pretty good to be down under 10 as bad as Boston has played

Kyrie got hammered AGAIN...no call. These refs are a dumpster fire
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 04:07:24 PM
Yet another game of some incompetent officiating. Missed calls left and right and no consistency at all. How does Kyrie not get that call on Embiid?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:07:58 PM
See what I'm saying about the Kyrie calls.  A center reaches out and hits him coming off a screen.  Not like I am a conspiracy guy or something but man, just give him the calls he deserves there.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: makaveli on January 11, 2018, 04:08:22 PM
celticinorlando you have to be one of the most negative posters on this blog
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:09:13 PM
Defend the 3, rebound and play with energy
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: keevsnick on January 11, 2018, 04:09:45 PM
So what's up with Tatum. I missed the first quarter and now I see he's only player 10 minutes? Was it just that we were on a run and Brad wanted to keep the guys who were sparking it on the floor?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 11, 2018, 04:10:31 PM
Everyone complaining about the refs!! LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:11:46 PM
celticinorlando you have to be one of the most negative posters on this blog

Thank you! I would argue I am the most negative poster but I appreciate the shout out.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:11:58 PM
So what's up with Tatum. I missed the first quarter and now I see he's only player 10 minutes? Was it just that we were on a run and Brad wanted to keep the guys who were sparking it on the floor?

Besides a jump shot coming off a screen he hasn't impacted much of anything on the game.  Defense or offense.  He was in there when they were going off on offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:14:07 PM
So Boston plays Philly twice in a week...other than the Warriors game I think January is a nice set up. Will enjoy beating the Lakers in LA again
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:15:53 PM
So what's up with Tatum. I missed the first quarter and now I see he's only player 10 minutes? Was it just that we were on a run and Brad wanted to keep the guys who were sparking it on the floor?

This was my point earlier. He seems to be first man out of the rotation at times
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:18:24 PM
So what's up with Tatum. I missed the first quarter and now I see he's only player 10 minutes? Was it just that we were on a run and Brad wanted to keep the guys who were sparking it on the floor?

This was my point earlier. He seems to be first man out of the rotation at times

We better change up the rotation if we are getting lit up in the game.  He isn't the perfect player you guys think.  Man I am high on him but the pedestal some of you guys have him on is very high.  He's still a rookie.  He hasn't been making any plays and was getting lit up on defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticsclay on January 11, 2018, 04:19:07 PM
Comeback is pretty important to avoid having posts talking about how the 76ers are a dynasty for the next 2 weeks. Never mind that we are losing because JJ reddick is on pace for nearly 40 points.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: keevsnick on January 11, 2018, 04:19:26 PM
So what's up with Tatum. I missed the first quarter and now I see he's only player 10 minutes? Was it just that we were on a run and Brad wanted to keep the guys who were sparking it on the floor?

This was my point earlier. He seems to be first man out of the rotation at times

Ya I think on te larger scale his scale his playing time has been fine. He's the frst man out of the game becasue he often plays alot with the 2nd unit. I'm talking specfifcally aboout tonight. usually he's at 15-17 minutes at the half.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticsclay on January 11, 2018, 04:20:42 PM
Is Robert Covington actually that good. Last few times I have seen the 76ers he has been rather invisible. He is still shooting 39% from 3 on the year, but wondering if he will turn into a Crowder type decline..
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:21:45 PM
Is Robert Covington actually that good. Last few times I have seen the 76ers he has been rather invisible. He is still shooting 39% from 3 on the year, but wondering if he will turn into a Crowder type decline..

His role has changed so I think he kind of comes in and out of focus depending on other players.  The man can really shoot the 3.  I think he was a bit overhyped by some coming into the year perhaps in a Crowder like way in a sense but he can play.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:22:44 PM
There's Tatum letting a 3 fly.  He needs to be aggressive and hold his own on D.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: keevsnick on January 11, 2018, 04:22:55 PM
Good to see, Tatum has a lackluster first half and come right out and hits the three.
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Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 04:27:31 PM
Look much, much more engaged and energetic this half.
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Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:27:34 PM
Please call the moving screen on Embid
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 04:29:57 PM
Why in the hell is Brown going under screens guarding Reddick??
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:33:34 PM
Why in the hell is Brown going under screens guarding Reddick??

Just said the same thing
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: keevsnick on January 11, 2018, 04:35:51 PM
That why I like Brown. Covington is a good defender but Brown just got right by him.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 11, 2018, 04:36:03 PM
Well that esculated quickly
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticsclay on January 11, 2018, 04:36:37 PM
Well that esculated quickly
that is why the 76ers are the 76ers and we are the celtics.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:36:40 PM
OK...The C's have made it to the arena. Keep it up. Limit Redick making every 3 he takes and they win
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: bostonsportsforlife on January 11, 2018, 04:37:33 PM
47-19 run!!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 04:37:34 PM
Given what we've seen so far this year, I'm now convinced that this Celtics team has perfected "flipping the switch" in games with their pressure defense. It seems like they can just up the defensive intensity at any time and make a run given our long, athletic defenders.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: sahara on January 11, 2018, 04:37:41 PM
"Let´s go Celtics" chant at the O2 Arena  8)
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 04:38:04 PM
OK...The C's have made it to the arena. Keep it up. Limit Redick making every 3 he takes and they win

Redick is the Sixers only real shooter so if you check him and keep the rest outside, it's an easy win.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:38:20 PM
41-14 run by Boston. Keep it up
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on January 11, 2018, 04:38:30 PM
What a quarter for the C's so far.

Tatum with the fadaways -- wow!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:38:49 PM
That why I like Brown. Covington is a good defender but Brown just got right by him.

Jaylen is just so athletic he can keep churning and get past a lot of guys right there.

That move Jaylen had on the start of the possession when he missed the lay up was actually probably the best dribble move I've ever seen him do.  He did a fake back down where he acted like he was going into a post up then dribbled back and blew past the defender.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: makaveli on January 11, 2018, 04:39:10 PM
talk about a great quarter...tatum and brown destroyed them...make them layups jaylen!!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: fairweatherfan on January 11, 2018, 04:40:54 PM
Boys are running wild the last ~15 minutes of game time. We got Philly's offense in the loo on the telly with the...pram.  Brilliant!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: keevsnick on January 11, 2018, 04:41:16 PM
talk about a great quarter...tatum and brown destroyed them...make them layups jaylen!!

There is something about Jaylen where he misses the easy ones. Between that and his missed free throws he could get a lot more efficient if he just makes the ones he SHOULD make.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 04:41:41 PM
Boys are running wild the last ~15 minutes of game time. We got Philly's offense in the loo on the telly with the...pram.  Brilliant!

Bangers and mash!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:43:03 PM
talk about a great quarter...tatum and brown destroyed them...make them layups jaylen!!

There is something about Jaylen where he misses the easy ones. Between that and his missed free throws he could get a lot more efficient if he just makes the ones he SHOULD make.

Oh no doubt.  And I think it would give him more confidence going to the rim.  If Jaylen was better around the Ft line and rim (plus a bit more consistency of course) he could be a 20 ppg scorer for sure.  He gets to the rim so well, at an elite level like an elite athlete at times, but they don't give you points for that.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: keevsnick on January 11, 2018, 04:43:57 PM
That why I like Brown. Covington is a good defender but Brown just got right by him.

Jaylen is just so athletic he can keep churning and get past a lot of guys right there.

That move Jaylen had on the start of the possession when he missed the lay up was actually probably the best dribble move I've ever seen him do.  He did a fake back down where he acted like he was going into a post up then dribbled back and blew past the defender.

Ya for all the complaints about his ball handling he will flash a nice advanced move every once in a while. I remember one or two nice step back crossovers moves, and a nice spin move or two. If he tightens up the handle to avoid turnovers he could be really good.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:44:57 PM
How does Saric get more calls than Kyrie??
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: keevsnick on January 11, 2018, 04:45:20 PM
That was a dumb call against Tatum.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 04:46:36 PM
Great quarter by Boston
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Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 04:49:05 PM
Great quarter by Boston

Bad last possession there.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:53:28 PM
That why I like Brown. Covington is a good defender but Brown just got right by him.

Jaylen is just so athletic he can keep churning and get past a lot of guys right there.

That move Jaylen had on the start of the possession when he missed the lay up was actually probably the best dribble move I've ever seen him do.  He did a fake back down where he acted like he was going into a post up then dribbled back and blew past the defender.

Ya for all the complaints about his ball handling he will flash a nice advanced move every once in a while. I remember one or two nice step back crossovers moves, and a nice spin move or two. If he tightens up the handle to avoid turnovers he could be really good.

Yeah exactly, it's simplicity.  I think some guys when they are young thing more dribbles are better but you realize it's best to be simple and quick.  It's why Hayward is good for example, but it's not like he is really crossing people up or anything.  Simple and quick moves.

If you're as long and athletic as Jaylen, it's actually not about anything more than essentially allowing your athleticism to shine and not letting the dribble slow you down.  Just put it out in front of you with enough moves to allow you to quickly explode.  Simple hesitation moves go a long way.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 04:54:20 PM
T-RO!!
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Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 04:54:45 PM
Sloppy but lucky on that one!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Surferdad on January 11, 2018, 04:54:55 PM
Some separation, whew...but then they will probably give it all back. Why do i even watch?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: A Future of Stevens on January 11, 2018, 04:56:24 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite Celtics team since the big 3s prime.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 04:56:58 PM
Some separation, whew...but then they will probably give it all back. Why do i even watch?

I like to watch the best players in the world playing basketball.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 11, 2018, 04:57:39 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite Celtics team since the big 3s prime.
How many other teams have been good since though?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 04:57:41 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite Celtics team since the big 3s prime.

me too, I love watching Brown, Tatum, Rozier, and Smart as they develop...
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 04:57:45 PM
Some separation, whew...but then they will probably give it all back. Why do i even watch?

This is a very talented squad. well built by Danny!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 04:58:03 PM
Smart has DOMINATED this game defensively.  Needs to be recognized.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: mattmc33 on January 11, 2018, 04:58:38 PM
The thing that's so amazing with this team is being down a ton just doesn't seem to bother them. I hate that they get down in the first place of course, and you'd like to see them just bury a team for once, but this amazing unflappability and calmness from a very young group is extraordinary. I get as mad as anyone when they play like crap to begin with and get in these holes, but a part of me also accepts that it's probably part of the deal for these young guys and I know they will find a way to fight back, win or lose. It's what makes this team so much fun and yet so maddening to watch at times. But above all else, it just fills you with excitement for the years ahead knowing just how much upside this group has. Great time to be a Celtics fan.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 11, 2018, 04:58:46 PM
Can we hold then under 100?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 04:58:47 PM
Morris has looked great today. Are people finally realizing what he's going to bring to this team?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 04:58:55 PM
Steppin' on the gas!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 04:59:15 PM
wow, jalen +32 in +/- right now...sheesh
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 04:59:33 PM
Love this team, but why does Smart take threes early in the clock?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:00:10 PM
GO CELTICS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Atzar on January 11, 2018, 05:00:23 PM
Holy 39-point turnaround, Batman.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: celticinorlando on January 11, 2018, 05:00:52 PM
Beautiful basketball this half. Energy. Flow...this unit getting it done
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:00:53 PM
Love this team, but why does Smart take threes early in the clock?

Must be part of the game plan.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 05:00:57 PM
Oh man, this has become a good old-fashioned butt whooping!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:01:23 PM
Love this team, but why does Smart take threes early in the clock?

Must be part of the game plan.

He has the green light as a shooter and if you are open Stevens doesn't care if you are taking it early.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:01:25 PM
Beautiful basketball this half. Energy. Flow...this unit getting it done

Total turnaround!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: A Future of Stevens on January 11, 2018, 05:01:49 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite Celtics team since the big 3s prime.
How many other teams have been good since though?

The tail end of the big 3, and Isaiahs heroics weren't quite as fun for me. Amazing, maybe, and made me happy to be a Celtics fan, but not as sweet as this team.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Surferdad on January 11, 2018, 05:01:53 PM
The thing that's so amazing with this team is being down a ton just doesn't seem to bother them. I hate that they get down in the first place of course, and you'd like to see them just bury a team for once, but this amazing unflappability and calmness from a very young group is extraordinary. I get as mad as anyone when they play like crap to begin with and get in these holes, but a part of me also accepts that it's probably part of the deal for these young guys and I know they will find a way to fight back, win or lose. It's what makes this team so much fun and yet so maddening to watch at times. But above all else, it just fills you with excitement for the years ahead knowing just how much upside this group has. Great time to be a Celtics fan.
TP for that diatribe!  Well done.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: PAOBoston on January 11, 2018, 05:02:11 PM
Cs were def hungover during that first half. Just needed to burn off the booze.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 05:02:11 PM
Oh man, this has become a good old-fashioned butt whooping!

that's what we want!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on January 11, 2018, 05:02:32 PM
talk about a great quarter...tatum and brown destroyed them...make them layups jaylen!!

There is something about Jaylen where he misses the easy ones. Between that and his missed free throws he could get a lot more efficient if he just makes the ones he SHOULD make.

That (3rd quarter) was an unusual missed layup.  He was all alone for a really easy dunk and opted to lay-in rather than dunk.  The possession ended up with 3 points for Brown, but that was a no-brainer dunk opportunity.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on January 11, 2018, 05:02:35 PM
Smart with the 3.  1st guy off the bench to congratulate the guys on the floor--Kyrie (hugged Rozier 1st). 

Earlier when Rozier made a big 3 when the C's were still in a big hole, MM was the guy to hug him.

Vets showing leadership and love for the younger guys. 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: knuckleballer on January 11, 2018, 05:02:55 PM
I love this team.  They got off to a bad start falling behind by 22 and they stick with it.  They don't get down, they keep playing.  And now they are going to win in what is basically a blow out. I love it.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: makaveli on January 11, 2018, 05:03:02 PM
Smart has DOMINATED this game defensively.  Needs to be recognized.
he destroyed them, totally changed the game
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:03:12 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite Celtics team since the big 3s prime.
How many other teams have been good since though?

The tail end of the big 3, and Isaiahs heroics weren't quite as fun for me. Amazing, maybe, and made me happy to be a Celtics fan, but not as sweet as this team.

This team is so young and so good.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:03:53 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite Celtics team since the big 3s prime.
How many other teams have been good since though?

The tail end of the big 3, and Isaiahs heroics weren't quite as fun for me. Amazing, maybe, and made me happy to be a Celtics fan, but not as sweet as this team.

Really enjoy this one.  The 2012 team for me was an absolute inspiration in the Playoffs that hasn't been beaten since though.  Love the FLEXING Celtics.

I am a defense guy, a youth guy, and a size guy though so I am very happy with this team compared to the undersized teams for years.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:05:34 PM
I love this team.  They got off to a bad start falling behind by 22 and they stick with it.  They don't get down, they keep playing.  And now they are going to win in what is basically a blow out. I love it.

They just keep coming at you, and they have taken on the personality of their coach. A steel dogged confidence.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: SparzWizard on January 11, 2018, 05:05:35 PM
So all those "every other games" this season were worth it for this ONE game, right guys?  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: SparzWizard on January 11, 2018, 05:06:22 PM
And screw Joel Embidd and his running motor mouth. Him and his cute trash talk lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: fairweatherfan on January 11, 2018, 05:06:43 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite Celtics team since the big 3s prime.

Agree, and the team it's replacing is last year's.  Fun time to be a fan.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:06:51 PM
I love this team.  They got off to a bad start falling behind by 22 and they stick with it.  They don't get down, they keep playing.  And now they are going to win in what is basically a blow out. I love it.

They just keep coming at you, and they have taken on the personality of their coach. A steel dogged confidence.

There's confidence to it sure but I actually would describe it as consistency.  They play without looking at the score board.  Steven is a "process over results" guy and this team plays that way.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:06:52 PM
So all those "every other games" this season were worth it for this ONE game, right guys?  ;D

The rest will do them good,, but the schedule going forward is just as tight.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 05:07:02 PM
Lol get 'em, Big MO! Love what this tough vet brings to our young'uns!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on January 11, 2018, 05:07:06 PM
Embiid is extraordinarily good.  Sixers have a great future if he's healthy. 

No Marcus M -- can't lose it.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:07:16 PM
Love the grit MM brings to the team.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:07:27 PM
Morris not having it from Simmons ha.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:08:06 PM
Embiid is extraordinarily good.  Sixers have a great future if he's healthy. 



I love his talent but some games I do not love how he plays.  He sits in the mid post sometimes and it's like he's kind of stuck there.  Doesn't make an impact. 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: knuckleballer on January 11, 2018, 05:08:11 PM
I love this team.  They got off to a bad start falling behind by 22 and they stick with it.  They don't get down, they keep playing.  And now they are going to win in what is basically a blow out. I love it.

They just keep coming at you, and they have taken on the personality of their coach. A steel dogged confidence.

It is the coach.  They were doing this last season with almost an entirely different team.  What's the common factor? Stevens.  I'm convinced that he's that good.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on January 11, 2018, 05:08:19 PM
Have to eject Morris -- right?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:08:42 PM
Football play by Simmons there.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 05:08:56 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite Celtics team since the big 3s prime.
How many other teams have been good since though?

The tail end of the big 3, and Isaiahs heroics weren't quite as fun for me. Amazing, maybe, and made me happy to be a Celtics fan, but not as sweet as this team.

Really enjoy this one.  The 2012 team for me was an absolute inspiration in the Playoffs that hasn't been beaten since though.  Love the FLEXING Celtics.

I am a defense guy, a youth guy, and a size guy though so I am very happy with this team compared to the undersized teams for years.

Yeah that 2012 team that went down swinging against the cavs in the playoffs had some great swag.  loved those guys too.  prime time Rondo, KG, PP, Bradley starting and bringing the def heat in place of RA when he was injured...
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: DefenseWinsChamps on January 11, 2018, 05:09:04 PM
Kyrie's out of sync and short on every outside shot. He'll get better as the game goes along.

Our defense looked better, other than leaving a few shooters open.

Edit: Keep playing -- the sixers can't play at this level for 4 quarters.

Again, the Sixers can't play at this level for 4 quarters.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:09:10 PM
Listening to them justify running over a screener lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Atzar on January 11, 2018, 05:09:13 PM
I've said this before:  I don't like that it's a legit strategy to stick your face in the offensive player's jersey and then get the call when he hits you.  I appreciate that the NBA is trying to protect players from head injuries, but at some point players have to take some of that responsibility on themselves.  If you don't want to be hit in the face, don't put your face in a place where it's exceedingly likely to be hit.

Rant over.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 11, 2018, 05:09:46 PM
I love rubbing it into the 76ers. Embiid and Reddick are so cocky on twitter. They had to tank for four years for the process. Ainge did the exact opposite and we are running away with the one seed with our max player out.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 05:09:55 PM
Embiid is extraordinarily good.  Sixers have a great future if he's healthy. 



I love his talent but some games I do not love how he plays.  He sits in the mid post sometimes and it's like he's kind of stuck there.  Doesn't make an impact.

I was going to ask how he did today?  I haven't been able to watch the game, his stats aren't out of this world today, a good decent game.  He seems not ever to completely dominate the C's like he will at times against other teams.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 05:09:59 PM
Embiid is extraordinarily good.  Sixers have a great future if he's healthy. 



I love his talent but some games I do not love how he plays.  He sits in the mid post sometimes and it's like he's kind of stuck there.  Doesn't make an impact.

Yeah, his BBIQ is pretty suspect at times, which is understandable given how little he has played in his life.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:10:00 PM
  prime time Rondo, KG, PP, Bradley starting and bringing the def heat in place of RA when he was injured...

Rondo was absolutely unreal in that one loss and LeBron also played the best game I've ever seen in Game 6 against us.  Incredible series.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:10:05 PM
Simmons did not want any part of Morris.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Atzar on January 11, 2018, 05:10:06 PM
Have to eject Morris -- right?

Nah, not for a shove.  That's probably a tech and that's it. 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:10:58 PM
Embiid is extraordinarily good.  Sixers have a great future if he's healthy. 



I love his talent but some games I do not love how he plays.  He sits in the mid post sometimes and it's like he's kind of stuck there.  Doesn't make an impact.

Yeah, his BBIQ is pretty suspect at times, which is understandable given how little he has played in his life.

Yeah that's true.  I think a great PG would help him get involved anywhere on the floor.  He hopefully learns how to make more of an impact off ball (I mean not for us, but I would like to see him do well as a guy who likes post play).

I like Simmons a lot but I still don't think he's really a true PG.  He can't get players involved or set up quite like that.  Maybe over time.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on January 11, 2018, 05:11:04 PM
Have to eject Morris -- right?

Nah, not for a shove.  That's probably a tech and that's it.

You're right.  I thought he threw a punch. 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 05:11:55 PM
Lol is there any objective standard for what constitutes a "flagrant" foul anymore? I mean, it's legitimately all over the board in today's NBA. I've seen much less rough stuff being called flagrants.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 05:12:33 PM
Have to eject Morris -- right?

Nah, not for a shove.  That's probably a tech and that's it.

You're right.  I thought he threw a punch.

who was on the philly end of this dust up?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on January 11, 2018, 05:12:46 PM
Great block by Theis.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:13:18 PM
Great block by Theis.

Theis is the eraser!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:13:31 PM
Have to eject Morris -- right?

Nah, not for a shove.  That's probably a tech and that's it.

You're right.  I thought he threw a punch.

who was on the philly end of this dust up?

Simmons.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: knuckleballer on January 11, 2018, 05:13:36 PM
I've said this before:  I don't like that it's a legit strategy to stick your face in the offensive player's jersey and then get the call when he hits you.  I appreciate that the NBA is trying to protect players from head injuries, but at some point players have to take some of that responsibility on themselves.  If you don't want to be hit in the face, don't put your face in a place where it's exceedingly likely to be hit.

Rant over.

Players should do whatever the refs allow.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Atzar on January 11, 2018, 05:13:42 PM
I really like Theis, man.  This dude is making peanuts and we have him for another year and a half.  Very useful player. 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: jpotter33 on January 11, 2018, 05:14:22 PM
Tatum making Embiid look silly out on the perimeter!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Sketch5 on January 11, 2018, 05:14:24 PM
Love Tatums shot!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on January 11, 2018, 05:14:26 PM
My Lord is Tatum going to be unstoppable or what!?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: knuckleballer on January 11, 2018, 05:14:49 PM
I have a man crush on Tatum.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: nickagneta on January 11, 2018, 05:15:06 PM
I will take Tatum over Simmons every day of the week. ROY.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Sketch5 on January 11, 2018, 05:15:13 PM
I really like Theis, man.  This dude is making peanuts and we have him for another year and a half.  Very useful player.

Yeah he's a good find for DA's scouts.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:15:30 PM
I like this team to make the NBA finals. Once you get there ANYTHING can happen.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 05:15:48 PM
I really like Theis, man.  This dude is making peanuts and we have him for another year and a half.  Very useful player.

6 points, 7 boards, 2 steals and 1 block in 16 min.
I like that a lot, very active.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:16:19 PM
I have a man crush on Tatum.

lucky for you he is an adult, barely.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:16:21 PM
I really like Theis, man.  This dude is making peanuts and we have him for another year and a half.  Very useful player.

6 points, 7 boards, 2 steals and 1 block in 16 min.
I like that a lot, very active.

Some of that against a tough Embiid match up or then more perimeter 4's they have.  Not an easy game on paper for him.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on January 11, 2018, 05:16:30 PM
Turned this baby on right for the start of 2nd half! They looked amazing from what I saw. Love to see great D stopping their big man as well.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 11, 2018, 05:17:19 PM
I will take Tatum over Simmons every day of the week. ROY.
CoSigned
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: knuckleballer on January 11, 2018, 05:17:50 PM
I have a man crush on Tatum.

lucky for you he is an adult, barely.

I was aware of that before I wrote that.   ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 05:18:21 PM
Turned this baby on right for the start of 2nd half! They looked amazing from what I saw. Love to see great D stopping their big man as well.

forcing them into 19 turnovers helps too.
brown and smart both with 3 steals.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:18:36 PM
Is it too early for a Danny Ainge appreciation thread?
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:19:02 PM
YABU!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:19:57 PM
Turned this baby on right for the start of 2nd half! They looked amazing from what I saw. Love to see great D stopping their big man as well.

forcing them into 19 turnovers helps too.
brown and smart both with 3 steals.

As I wrote before, I think Smart really dominated this game on defense when he got going.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Ogaju on January 11, 2018, 05:20:03 PM
I have a man crush on Tatum.

lucky for you he is an adult, barely.

I was aware of that before I wrote that.   ;D

lol TP
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: knuckleballer on January 11, 2018, 05:20:10 PM
Is it too early for a Danny Ainge appreciation thread?

If the Lakers fall into the bottom 5 (or 2-5) Ainge deserves a statue.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Atzar on January 11, 2018, 05:22:27 PM
Very good win.  7 in a row!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:22:41 PM
Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot has not stats other than 7 free throws...
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: liam on January 11, 2018, 05:22:57 PM
Very good win.  7 in a row!

Very nice win.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: blink on January 11, 2018, 05:24:57 PM
awesome win!  great job C's!  have fun in the UK and then get back to work and keep this streak going...
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:25:18 PM
haha pretty funny how often this year I've been so annoyed in the first half and then turned it around like this.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: greece66 on January 11, 2018, 05:25:41 PM
good second half

i enjoyed this game
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: MVPPierceNoJoke on January 11, 2018, 05:26:01 PM
The Sixers thought they were good. Four game winning streak and a 20 point lead turns into a long flight home.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Jiri Welsch on January 11, 2018, 05:27:10 PM
I'm glad we beat down Jiri Welsch's least favorite team. Morris was the unsung hero!
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: konkmv on January 11, 2018, 05:27:19 PM
That was nice... one quarter  of defence and they got destroyed.... how on earth is Simmons better than Brown or Tatum... he does what he does having the ball.... jaylen and Jason need just a few touches... I cannot see Simmons fitting well with fultz.... I cannot imagine how better this team would be with Gordon..
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: knuckleballer on January 11, 2018, 05:29:41 PM
The Sixers thought they were good. Four game winning streak and a 20 point lead turns into a long flight home.

Embiid is extremely talented, but he makes a lot of dumb mistakes.  I guess it's understandable since he barely plays.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Atzar on January 11, 2018, 05:31:15 PM
The Sixers have a lot of talent (Fultz included), but as a team they have to take much better care of the basketball before they make any noise.  19 TOs tonight, and they average more than 17 per game on the year.  That's too many possessions lost and too many chances at easy points for the opponent. 

Simmons and Embiid both average 4 per game individually.  That's tough.  As a team they aren't efficient enough offensively or good enough defensively to absorb a disadvantage like that. 
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Donoghus on January 11, 2018, 05:33:38 PM
A win is a win.  No matter how ugly or good looking it is.

It'll be interesting to see what kind of shape they're in for an afternoon game this Sunday.   Could be a letdown game.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Surferdad on January 11, 2018, 05:38:35 PM
I'm glad we beat down Jiri Welsch's least favorite team. Morris was the unsung hero!
Morris is very important to balance the rotations.  He is a sharpshooter but also can guard bigs.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Celtics4ever on January 11, 2018, 05:40:48 PM
I am really glad that we did not Embiid, he has the basketball IQ of a paving stone at times.   I think our future is brighter than Phillies.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 05:41:03 PM
He is a sharpshooter but also can guard bigs.

He looked good and confident shooting the three as well, which is not something he has ever been that good at.  Not like he was lights out but 3-7 and I liked seeing it.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: SHAQATTACK on January 11, 2018, 06:27:35 PM
poor Larrrybird33 .....his team was destroyed like a poorly coached G league team......i hope he got to see  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: DefenseWinsChamps on January 11, 2018, 06:36:37 PM
Mark my words, Brown is gone after this year. I don't know who will take over for him, but Brown is gone. They play awful team defense, even though they have great potential with their length. They do a horrible job keeping the ball on one side of the floor or funneling things to the sideline. They don't closeout well or make the other team take bad shots.

Their offense looks ok, especially considering the lack of shooting other than Reddick. I still seriously question the decision to make Simmons a point guard. Hopefully they eventually get another ball-handler so Simmons can be a roll-man.

I'm just not scarred of them as a Celtics fan. When it comes down to it, I don't think they can score consistently on a good defensive scheme unless Reddick and Covington are out-of-their-minds-on-fire.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: DefenseWinsChamps on January 11, 2018, 06:44:06 PM
By the way, did anyone notice that Markelle Fultz still had his push-shot with a hitch in warmups today?

I don't think the muscular imbalance is healed all the way.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: DefenseWinsChamps on January 11, 2018, 06:51:20 PM
http://forums.philly.com/discussions/Sixers_Forum/_/_/kr-sixers/85176.21

For fun, read this game thread.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: nickagneta on January 11, 2018, 06:54:47 PM
By the way, did anyone notice that Markelle Fultz still had his push-shot with a hitch in warmups today?

I don't think the muscular imbalance is healed all the way.
Yeah, I saw that. Boy that is a bad stutter hitch. Kid must have the yips. If he does, that could ruin his career.
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on January 11, 2018, 07:30:46 PM
http://forums.philly.com/discussions/Sixers_Forum/_/_/kr-sixers/85176.21

For fun, read this game thread.

Wow, they complain way more then us! What a read. They dont sound too fond of their coach and seem to think a perpetual lottery team can suddenly rise to top echelon overnight- Not without a strong veteran star they cant!

They feel the refs are out to get them about 500 percent more then us! Haha...
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on January 11, 2018, 07:45:28 PM
By the way, did anyone notice that Markelle Fultz still had his push-shot with a hitch in warmups today?

I don't think the muscular imbalance is healed all the way.
Yeah, I saw that. Boy that is a bad stutter hitch. Kid must have the yips. If he does, that could ruin his career.

Pretty ugly stuff from first pick. How many pages of a fire Danny thread would there be if he had taken Fulz and Tatum , Embiid and Simmons were in first in the East! 😁🤪🤭
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: CelticsElite on January 11, 2018, 07:45:34 PM
By the way, did anyone notice that Markelle Fultz still had his push-shot with a hitch in warmups today?

I don't think the muscular imbalance is healed all the way.
Yeah, I saw that. Boy that is a bad stutter hitch. Kid must have the yips. If he does, that could ruin his career.
a lot of sixers  fans call him a Mental midget. It’s  funny and sad at the same time
Title: Re: Celtics (33-10) at 76ers (19-19) Game #44 1/11/18
Post by: Snakehead on January 11, 2018, 08:14:58 PM

Wow, they complain way more then us! What a read. They dont sound too fond of their coach and seem to think a perpetual lottery team can suddenly rise to top echelon overnight- Not without a strong veteran star they cant!



A lot of this lately.  People see some young talent start to play well and they think suddenly teams will make a huge jump in wins when that's pretty unheard of.

It even bled over into the over/under win totals.  I never bet but almost did this year with some teams like the Lakers and Minnesota for the under.  I think they were preying on the hype.