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Title: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: FLCeltsFan on May 22, 2018, 11:04:25 PM
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Cleveland Cavaliers (2-2) at Boston Celtics (2-2)
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
8:30 PM ET
Post Season Game #17 Home Game#10
TV: ESPN
Radio: 98.5 Sports Hub, WTAM 1100
TD Garden

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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) doubtful

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
The series now shifts back to the TD Garden.  So far, both teams have held serve on their home court.  The Celtics won Games 1 and 2 at the Garden while the Cavs won Games 3 and 4 in Cleveland.  The Celtics are perfect at home so far in these playoffs and will need to stay that way if they want a chance to get to the Finals. 

Both coaches will likely look to make adjustments going into this game to keep the other off balance.  The biggest adjustment will need to come from the players, however.  The Celtics will need to rediscover their aggressiveness and grit and energy that have been missing when they play on the road. 

The Celtics are still missing Kyrie Irving, Gordon Hayward, and Daniel Theis.  Shane Larkin has been missing since the series against the Sixers and Brad Stevens has said that we might see him sometime in this series.  It probably won't be in Game 5, however, since he is listed as doubtful for this game.  The Cavs remain at full strength. 

Key Matchups
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Marcus Morris vs LeBron James
Marcus Morris did a great job in limiting LeBron to 15 points on 31% shooting and 0-5 from beyond the arc.  Since then, he has pretty much had his way with the Celtics, doing whatever he wanted to.  The Celtics have tried Horford, Smart, Rozier, Brown and others to slow him but the best bet still remains Marcus Morris. 

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Al Horford vs Tristan Thompson
Thompson has won this matchup in the two games in Cleveland.  For the Celtics to win, Al needs to step up and keep Thompson off the boards where he has given the Cavs many second chance opportunities.  Al has to be more aggressive on both ends of the court. 


Honorable Mention

Jaylen Brown vs JR Smith
After being basically invisible in Games 1 and 2,  Smith came alive and stepped up on both ends of the court in Cleveland in Games 3 and 4.  He scored 11 and 9 points, but more importantly, he played defense and made it difficult for Brown and Tatum to get into any kind of rhythm. 

Celtics Bench vs Cavaliers Bench
The Celtics reserves played well in Boston but poorly in Cleveland.  The Cavs reserves played poorly in Boston and well in Cleveland.  This need to hold true in this game as well.  The Celtics reserves need to step up and play hard and give the Celtics a boost.  Hopefully the Cavs reserves will go back to struggling in front of the Celtics loud crowd at the Garden. 

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 Games 3 and 4 in part because they were not engaged on the defensive end and allowed the Cavs to get to the hoop at will.  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 Celtics won the rebounding battle in both wins and lost it in both losses.  That isn't a coincidence.  The Celtics have to out-work the Cavs on the boards in order to get a win in Game 5.   

Be Aggressive -  The Celtics were the more aggressive team in the first two games.  That changed in Cleveland in Games 3 and 4.  The Celtics seemed to be passive and the Cavs were 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 Games 3 and 4, players other than LeBron hit baskets, rebounded and defended.  That can't happen if the Celtics want to win.  The Celtics must limit the Cavs role players. 

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 Celtics have to move the ball and find the open man.  Hero ball doesn't win games.  They have to get back to moving the ball and finding the best shots. 

X-Factors
Focus and Energy -  The Celtics lost focus and definitely lost their energy and aggressiveness in Cleveland.   They have to get back to being the team that plays harder and they have to stay focused on playing Celtics basketball and carrying out the game plan.   The Celtics need to come out focused and play like it is Game 7 to protect their home court. 

Home Game  - The Celtics have the advantage of playing at home in front of what should be another very loud crowd.   The Celtics have to get motivation and energy from the crowd.   Players mentioned the boost they got from the crowd in Games 1 and 2 and hopefully they will get that same boost in this game.   The Cavs have the momentum but hopefully the crowd will swing it back to the Celtics. 

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.  We just had the Scott Foster game but still could have a Tony Brothers game coming up.   Hopefully the refs will call it evenly and let them play. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 22, 2018, 11:11:02 PM
Protect our Home and continue our march towards the impossible and make it our reality!

TP for continued amazing work
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: FLCeltsFan on May 22, 2018, 11:11:30 PM
TP to  BringToughnessBack  for being the first to post in the game thread!!! 

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Celtics!!! 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: umpacu on May 22, 2018, 11:18:46 PM
Whatever happens in the following next two or three games, I'm so proud of this team...

There's no shame on losing against a Lebron team. But, man... I would love to knock him off.

Anyway, let's go Cs! Play Celtics basketball and hope that's enough.

Tp to FLCeltsFan for being awesome.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: greece66 on May 22, 2018, 11:22:57 PM
4th!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Monkhouse on May 22, 2018, 11:29:26 PM
5th let's win this!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: footey on May 22, 2018, 11:33:43 PM
Let’s take this series back!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsFanFromNYC on May 22, 2018, 11:37:37 PM
S0o0o0o Close smh... GO CLETICS!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 22, 2018, 11:41:26 PM
Go Celtics. tP FlCf
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rondofan1255 on May 22, 2018, 11:42:06 PM
4th!

32 to 8 to 4

We see u lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: makaveli on May 23, 2018, 12:00:23 AM
Defend our court!! Statement game right here
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 12:09:56 AM
Go Celtics! Big game tonight it's going to take the whole team!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Csfan1984 on May 23, 2018, 12:35:58 AM
Let's get back on track
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Somebody on May 23, 2018, 01:00:44 AM
LET'S GO CELTICS
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 02:10:19 AM
thanks to FLCeltsFan as always for the awesome game threads.

GO C's!!!! gotta get this one and put the pressure on the cavs.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: trickybilly on May 23, 2018, 02:26:04 AM
KILL.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 02:51:16 AM
Game 5s are usually whoever wins this game wins the series.

Unless the opponent is LeBron James, then this case is specialized. LeBron James has beaten the Celtics in a 7-game series after the Celtics were once up 3-2 (2012).
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: greece66 on May 23, 2018, 03:44:12 AM
4th!

32 to 8 to 4

We see u lol

4*8=32

We win tonight. You read it here first.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hodgy03038 on May 23, 2018, 07:17:07 AM
The most important game of the season. We need all the fans to be as loud as ever tonight. Don't forget your Tristan Kardashian CHEATING signs.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtics4ever on May 23, 2018, 07:57:31 AM
Go Celtics!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: PhoSita on May 23, 2018, 08:50:22 AM
Season on the line tonight.

Could be great or it could be a major disappointment. (No matter how much we talk about house money)

That Game 5 six years ago remains one of my favorite Celts memories.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 09:10:44 AM
Win tonight and I think they get the series. Lose and I think it will be the Cavs

I think they must have the first quarter lead or be within 3. The starts are hurting them.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 09:12:47 AM
Refs tonight:

Ken Mauer

Ed Malloy

Jason Phillips

alternate: James Williams


Tony Brothers is assigned to the replay center for tonight. I can't imagine he can do much damage from there, as replays are pretty clear cut.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 09:12:57 AM


Ken Mauer, Ed Malloy, Jason Phillips? Could have been worse
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 09:15:46 AM


Ken Mauer, Ed Malloy, Jason Phillips? Could have been worse

Yeah, Malloy and Phillips are generally good, Mauer has had his issues with the Celtics, but not to the extent of Brothers, Foster, and Bill Kennedy.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:26:32 AM
4th!

32 to 8 to 4

We see u lol

4*8=32

We win tonight. You read it here first.

i will hold you to this. If you are wrong you give me 5 tommy points. if you are right i will give you 5 tommy points. deal?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:28:03 AM
Win tonight and I think they get the series. Lose and I think it will be the Cavs

I think they must have the first quarter lead or be within 3. The starts are hurting them.

win tonight and we live to fight another day. still no guarantee we win game 7. lose tonight and we lose game 6. series over.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 01:10:22 PM
Well, it's do or die tonight.  Let's hope the home venue will continue to make the difference.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 01:19:09 PM
http://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/celtics/2018/05/22/bob-cousy-isn-missing-trick-during-celtics-cavs-series/LJiYMIpaP7cQicEXwEO6KN/story.html?s_campaign=breakingnews:newsletter

COUSY!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: manl_lui on May 23, 2018, 01:19:19 PM
LETS GO!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 01:51:18 PM
Win tonight and I think they get the series. Lose and I think it will be the Cavs

I think they must have the first quarter lead or be within 3. The starts are hurting them.

win tonight and we live to fight another day. still no guarantee we win game 7. lose tonight and we lose game 6. series over.
Nobody is saying anything about guarantees, just what is most likely.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 01:58:19 PM
Season on the line tonight.

Could be great or it could be a major disappointment. (No matter how much we talk about house money)

That Game 5 six years ago remains one of my favorite Celts memories.

Unfortunately, the game that followed it is one of my worst Celtics memories.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vermont Green on May 23, 2018, 02:13:00 PM
Obviously, come out strong and hope CLE is catching their breath a little.  It is going to be tough.  I don't expect that CLE will sleep walk like they did in games 1 and 2.  We just need to put it all on the line and hope that some shots fall.  I think if we play cautious or tactical, we lose.  We need to be a little reckless and hope some big shots go in.  Think 1980, Team USA Hockey.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 02:20:47 PM
Feeling good about tonight. Until Cleveland can prove they can beat us at home, I'm not going to panic.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: mef730 on May 23, 2018, 02:21:04 PM
I don't want to be the bearer of bad news, but the season is over.

Charles Barkley predicted that we would win in seven:

https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-celtics/2018/05/23/celtics-cavs-charles-barkley-prediction


Sure, he tries to walk it back a bit by saying that whoever wins tonight will win the series, but Sir Charles is clearly picking us.

It was good while it lasted.

Mike
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: manl_lui on May 23, 2018, 02:22:46 PM
I don't want to be the bearer of bad news, but the season is over.

Charles Barkley predicted that we would win in seven:

https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-celtics/2018/05/23/celtics-cavs-charles-barkley-prediction


Sure, he tries to walk it back a bit by saying that whoever wins tonight will win the series, but Sir Charles is clearly picking us.

It was good while it lasted.

Mike

[dang] it Chuck! you had one job! now we are punished with the curse of Chuck predictions
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 02:31:20 PM
I don't want to be the bearer of bad news, but the season is over.

Charles Barkley predicted that we would win in seven:

https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-celtics/2018/05/23/celtics-cavs-charles-barkley-prediction


Sure, he tries to walk it back a bit by saying that whoever wins tonight will win the series, but Sir Charles is clearly picking us.

It was good while it lasted.

Mike


[dang]!!!


Well, he's got to be right at least once at some point, doesn't he? Everyone gets at least one right even by chance.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Donoghus on May 23, 2018, 02:40:09 PM
Feel pretty at ease & calm about tonight.

Usually a good sign. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 02:56:17 PM
The Celtics have to come out with confidence and with the actual belief that yes, we can beat Lebron. Start off fast or at least stay really close with them early (within 3-5 points). Slow starts and increasing deficits early on have killed us the last two games. Hopefully the guys can feed off the Garden energy and start fast. When the going gets tough, especially on the road, you can see the Cavaliers players turn on each other (like in the Indiana series, and even this series, Games 1 and 2).

Our biggest downfall on Monday night IMHO was the dumb, stupid plays we made throughout the game each time we got it somewhat close, as well as the missed dunks and open layups early. Convert those, and we should be good tonight. Smart and Morris need to stop jacking up iso-shots and make the wise decisions on the court. Make the extra passes to the open guy, and knock it down! My gut feeling tells me Smart redeems himself tonight and Morris tightens up his defense on Lebron (hopefully staying out of foul trouble as well). We NEED Scary Terry tonight. He's been scary at home, and it needs to continue if we want to win tonight. Getting 20+ from Brown again would be nice, and getting it from Tatum for the 1st time this series would be ideal.

The key to this game will be the Horford/Baynes vs. Love/Thompson front court battle. I'm sure CBS has made some adjustments and as long as we hold that match up to a draw, I like our chances tonight. Let Lebron get his 40+, so long as we contain and hound all their other threats (Korver, JR, Green, etc.). That's how we won Games 1 and 2, but unfortunately we allowed them to get hot at the Q. Just play with confidence, make the right plays, limit the turnovers, play with grit/hustle and beat them in transition. Really nervous, but cautiously optimistic too. Biggest game of the season but love the fact that it's in the friendly confines of TD Garden.

LETS GO C'S!!  8)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 03:06:22 PM
Well, I started the morning with something I have not done in years, broke glass by mistake- Knocked a glass right off the counter by accident. How does one reverse a bad omen? I went to the wine store just now but not sure that is going to reverse it.

Each minute today is slower then the last. I cannot wait as usual but my morning start did not sit well with me.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: dwlefty13 on May 23, 2018, 07:25:48 PM
Any word on a lineup change for tonight?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 07:35:00 PM
Time to ride or die Celtics
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Dino Pitino on May 23, 2018, 07:38:05 PM
Cleveland's crowd was awful, can't wait to see and hear the Garden crowd tonight, from home, on my tv.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 07:59:46 PM
Lol NBA pundits are so reactionary. After game 2 everyone was riding Boston, now everyone is back to saying Cleveland is favored tonight.  ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:02:49 PM
Just chose my drink of choice tonight- Red Blend named Elevation- Seemed like a no brainer-

We will Elevate tonight and end our two game losing streak

Celtics 107
Cavs 96
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: greece66 on May 23, 2018, 08:04:20 PM
this wont start at 830, will it?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:06:03 PM
this wont start at 830, will it?

Probably not- commercials pay the bills-

I definitely dont miss starting times on east coast for games- Spoiled on MST
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:08:18 PM
Boy, that Korver interview was a tear-jerker, huh?

I’ve always liked Korver. Seems like a good guy. Got to watch him play for Creighton several times in St. Louis at the Missouri Valley Conference tournament.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: makaveli on May 23, 2018, 08:10:43 PM
this wont start at 830, will it?

Probably not- commercials pay the bills-

I definitely dont miss starting times on east coast for games- Spoiled on MST

It is one thing i hate about the american sports. Football is the most popular sport on earth and they only have one half, and pregame/postgame, why cant nba figure something out.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:11:00 PM
Just chose my drink of choice tonight- Red Blend named Elevation- Seemed like a no brainer-

We will Elevate tonight and end our two game losing streak

Celtics 107
Cavs 96

DAQUIRIS  check

beer          check

LET'S DO THIS
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: LarBrd33 on May 23, 2018, 08:13:37 PM
We lost the last two games in-part, because I didn't publicly make my traditional prediction.

Game 5... we're doomed.  Cavs figured us out.  They are probably going to win in 6 now.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:14:04 PM
Boy, that Korver interview was a tear-jerker, huh?

I’ve always liked Korver. Seems like a good guy. Got to watch him play for Creighton several times in St. Louis at the Missouri Valley Conference tournament.

I LOATHE KORVER and his BUTT UGLY FACE. nope. did not see the interview harry, i could not care any less.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 08:22:59 PM
right on Mr ROSE!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Jiri Welsch on May 23, 2018, 08:23:40 PM
Baynes starting
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:24:57 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/mplYT36.gif)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:25:41 PM
Baynes starting

(https://i.imgur.com/v2Fd9vx.gif)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Redz on May 23, 2018, 08:28:39 PM
Baynes starting

(https://i.imgur.com/v2Fd9vx.gif)

Unleash the Beast!

Let’s go Celtics!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 08:29:06 PM
im make a nation wide song with my bass

*sippin*

for real tho
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:32:04 PM
Interesting change, though I would’ve preferred to keep Morris in the starting lineup to guard Lebron and had either Rozier or Tatum come off the bench.

Let’s just hope that we don’t see some early Brown foul trouble...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 08:32:20 PM
Mark Jackson makes me want to vomit.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:32:31 PM
Just chose my drink of choice tonight- Red Blend named Elevation- Seemed like a no brainer-

We will Elevate tonight and end our two game losing streak

Celtics 107
Cavs 96

DAQUIRIS  check

beer          check

LET'S DO THIS

TP for the mixathon! Lets hope lots to celebrate!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:34:10 PM
Baynes starting

(https://i.imgur.com/v2Fd9vx.gif)

Unleash the Beast!

Let’s go Celtics!

if we had THEIS our PNR with smart would be unstoppable plus adding a rebounder and shot blocker. oh well we will ride with who we have!

LETS GET A GREAT START C's!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:36:35 PM
Just chose my drink of choice tonight- Red Blend named Elevation- Seemed like a no brainer-

We will Elevate tonight and end our two game losing streak

Celtics 107
Cavs 96

DAQUIRIS  check

beer          check

LET'S DO THIS

TP for the mixathon! Lets hope lots to celebrate!
Just chose my drink of choice tonight- Red Blend named Elevation- Seemed like a no brainer-

We will Elevate tonight and end our two game losing streak

Celtics 107
Cavs 96

DAQUIRIS  check

beer          check

LET'S DO THIS

TP for the mixathon! Lets hope lots to celebrate!

back atcha. if we go down we go down swinging and fighting!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: coco on May 23, 2018, 08:36:58 PM
Only 2 handed dunks tonight
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:37:49 PM
Jackson is giving me incentive to start running again- He might need to change personal chef’s soon- Is he trying to get on Biggest Loser soon? 😁🍦🍦🍭🍭🍪🍪🥧🍩🎂🍺🍧🍫🍕🍗🍔🍔🥩🍔🍔🌮
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 08:38:10 PM
I get up at 5 for work. Hope I make it to the end.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 08:38:55 PM
Baynes starting

Aaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyy ::) ;D.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:39:22 PM
HERE WE GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:39:30 PM
I get up at 5 for work. Hope I make it to the end.

Super early- here is hoping for a super green infused adrenaline game for you and us

Long commute?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 08:39:47 PM
I get up at 5 for work. Hope I make it to the end.

I think this is going to keep you awake!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 08:39:58 PM
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSa9K-vBsUXlSrqVDclMgAGuR6wtc-lYCuSc9oxFGD2YEWFSTBwUg)

My turn?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:41:08 PM
I get up at 5 for work. Hope I make it to the end.

530 for me. you will be ok. suck it up buttercup lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 08:41:53 PM
Let’s go CELTICS!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 23, 2018, 08:41:58 PM
KO here for support ! Very cool of him
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 08:42:23 PM
They want to attack Rozier already
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:42:30 PM
Nice to see Rozier start off hot!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 08:43:11 PM
Jaylen can guard 4 positions, don’t at me  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 08:43:17 PM
Gotta pass that off Terry.  That 2nd 3 was a bad shot.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:43:20 PM
OMG TERRY

ATTCK THE RIM ALL GAME PUHLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEZE
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:43:26 PM
Nice to see Rozier start off hot!

Okay, that was a dumb shot. Don't start that crap already, Scary Terry.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:43:39 PM
What a shot by Tatum!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:44:01 PM
SOMEBODT CUT TO THE DARN RIM PLEASE!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 08:44:18 PM
Baynes!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 08:44:22 PM
 LeBum Want to abuse Terry at every opportunity
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:44:43 PM
Baynes!!

Cleveland's crowd is so pathetic compared to this. No wonder we play so much better at home.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 08:44:52 PM
Moving screen by TT.  Call that crap.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 08:45:05 PM
Baynes!!!

Baynes has to go the full 48 tonight! ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:45:23 PM
baynes already contributing at boths ends  a block and a finish at rim!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 08:45:31 PM
Big Al schooling love
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 08:45:45 PM
BAYNES!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 08:45:48 PM
Stay aggressive
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 08:46:29 PM
Maybe someone wants to defend Love...maybe.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 08:46:46 PM
Those 3's for the Cavs aren't going to go down all game. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:46:52 PM
Brad is just too stubborn to stop that switching crap. We can't just scramble on switches like that. So dumb.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:47:29 PM
3-0 on fouls already  ::) Love got away with a foul on Baynes a couple of trips back with no call of course.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 08:47:29 PM
cant start missin ez buckets
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 08:47:31 PM
How did they get Al on the moving screen and not call TT
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 08:47:33 PM
Unlike Boston in Cleveland, the Cavs weather the early Boston energy and take a lead.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 08:47:41 PM
Why are the acting like Love shooting from 3 feet behind the arc is super deadly? He's not Steph
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 08:47:57 PM
Brad is just too stubborn to stop that switching crap. We can't just scramble on switches like that. So dumb.
Be patient.  They won’t keep hitting 30 footers.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 08:48:17 PM
Brad is just too stubborn to stop that switching crap. We can't just scramble on switches like that. So dumb.

The one possession we didn't switch, we gave Lebron a wide open 3
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 08:48:58 PM
Stay aggressive
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 08:49:08 PM
Incredulous Cavs (after a call) -- do they practice the look?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 08:49:20 PM
Maybe someone wants to defend Love...maybe.
.  They got caught on the rotation when they switched on Rozier I think
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 08:49:45 PM
Yes Love, that's a foul.  ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 08:49:53 PM
Those 3's for the Cavs aren't going to go down all game.
They are doing everything they can on defense, but leaving the 3-point line exposed. Not good and not like them.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 08:50:03 PM
Meh, not a bad start. Need quicker decision making though.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:50:04 PM
Brad is just too stubborn to stop that switching crap. We can't just scramble on switches like that. So dumb.

The one possession we didn't switch, we gave Lebron a wide open 3

I'm more okay with giving up Lebron threes than Love, Korver, Smith, etc. threes off of Lebron passes when we're scrambling to get Rozier back to cover the open man.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 08:50:05 PM
Incredulous Cavs (after a call) -- do they practice the look?

It's called the shocked/pouty drill!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 08:50:48 PM
I just have a feeling Smart is going to have a huge game tonight. He'll redeem himself.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 08:50:56 PM
Why are the acting like Love shooting from 3 feet behind the arc is super deadly? He's not Steph
Pretty good so far.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:51:16 PM
At least its close early on- Dont like seeing Love knock down shots and not crazy about lack of us driving to paint.

Horford needs to guard Love tighter.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 08:51:19 PM
I get up at 5 for work. Hope I make it to the end.

530 for me. you will be ok. suck it up buttercup lol

TPs for both of you for the commitment :).

(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSa9K-vBsUXlSrqVDclMgAGuR6wtc-lYCuSc9oxFGD2YEWFSTBwUg)

My turn?

TP for you for posting in a game thread! Welcome back! Woot, woot ;D.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 08:51:26 PM
I just have a feeling Smart is going to have a huge game tonight. He'll redeem himself.
He will be motivated to show he is a top defender.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 08:51:28 PM
I just have a feeling Smart is going to have a huge game tonight. He'll redeem himself.

He is due for a crazy Marcus game!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 08:51:33 PM
Brad is just too stubborn to stop that switching crap. We can't just scramble on switches like that. So dumb.

The one possession we didn't switch, we gave Lebron a wide open 3

I'm more okay with giving up Lebron threes than Love, Korver, Smith, etc. threes off of Lebron passes when we're scrambling to get Rozier back to cover the open man.

It won't just be Lebron 3s, though. We have to pick our poison, and if Brad says he's doing what the numbers say is better I'll take it
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Jack_Frost on May 23, 2018, 08:51:35 PM
So... cavs gameplan is to switch on rozier on every possession for about 4 quarters. Nice.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 08:51:57 PM
was hoping for a better start.  offense not running much smoother this game than the last 2
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:53:06 PM
Loving aggressive Al down there on the post.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 08:53:35 PM
I get up at 5 for work. Hope I make it to the end.

If we win, you can comfortably quit work knowing that all is right in the world.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:54:25 PM
Tatum looking confident tonight!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 08:54:27 PM
I’m glad we started Baynes. Making a huge difference on the glass
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 08:54:37 PM
Al in the post is a good thing - good offense and gets their bigs in foul trouble (hopefully if refs are fair with the whistle)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:54:50 PM
Tatum looking confident tonight!

And then the pass!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 08:54:57 PM
What a pass from Tatum!  Baynes has been awesome.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 08:55:15 PM
What a pass!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 08:55:24 PM
Tatum is awesome!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 08:55:26 PM
Two fantastic plays from Jayson Tatum
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 08:55:59 PM
Loving aggressive Al down there on the post.

Him posting up Love is almost a guaranteed score
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 08:55:59 PM
Rozier needs to get it together!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 08:56:06 PM
I think my feed is delayed.  seeing posts here about 2 plays ahead of me :(
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:56:14 PM
STOP THE JAYS ATTACK THE RIM!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:56:26 PM
I’m glad we started Baynes. Making a huge difference on the glass

yup
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:56:44 PM
Tatum the playmaker and hitting shots too!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 08:57:01 PM
Keep your feet
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 08:57:13 PM
Another poor start from Jaylen. Come on.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 08:57:32 PM
Back to missing bunnies
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 08:57:35 PM
Come on, Al. That's several easy misses in the paint for you already. Got to have those.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 08:57:50 PM
Classic “Smart oh no” “Yes!” Moment
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 08:57:51 PM
I would love a Marcus Curry game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:57:55 PM
Lebron three giant steps for mankind-wth
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 08:58:00 PM
Smart hit his first three Let’s pray that that’s a good omen for him
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 08:58:02 PM
Leroid crying.

I hate that guy
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 08:58:08 PM
James arguing a call and not getting back on d led to that wide open 3 by Smart.  I love it.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:58:09 PM
SMART FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE


when lebaby stays back crying PUSH THE BALL it is a 5 on 4 everytime!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 08:58:15 PM
Lebron honestly thinks that every time he misses it's someone else's fault

Sometimes you just miss.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 08:58:18 PM
Le CryBaby at it again.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 08:58:24 PM
Bron should keep complaining to refs and not get back on D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 08:58:25 PM
SMARTACUS!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 08:58:38 PM
They didn't mention but LeBron is leading the playoffs in crying like a baby and it's not close.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:58:44 PM
HEY LEBRON PLEASE STAY IN OUR END CRYING AFTER EVERY CAVS MISS> PLEASE!

I WANT THE 5 on 4 ALL NITE!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 08:59:14 PM
Marcus Curry makes an appearance!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 08:59:17 PM
Baynes with some really good defense and contributions at the start of the game.  This is the first game of the last 3 that we aren't getting buried in the 1st quarter.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 08:59:17 PM
I would love a Marcus Curry game.

Same, but I might prefer it in Cleveland
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 08:59:34 PM
They didn't mention but LeBron is leading the playoffs in crying like a baby and it's not close.

FACT!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: makaveli on May 23, 2018, 08:59:47 PM
I love how we use banes on rozier switches, just close out better!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 08:59:50 PM
The stretch with Lebron about to sit... we HAVE to take advantage of that!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:00:16 PM
HEY LEBRON PLEASE STAY IN OUR END CRYING AFTER EVERY CAVS MISS> PLEASE!

I WANT THE 5 on 4 ALL NITE!

I've never seen a player spend so much time/energy complaining to the refs

Well, maybe Cousins, but that's not exactly good company
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:00:38 PM
The stretch with Lebron about to sit... we HAVE to take advantage of that!

yup need a 10-0 run while he is out.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:01:14 PM
HEY LEBRON PLEASE STAY IN OUR END CRYING AFTER EVERY CAVS MISS> PLEASE!

I WANT THE 5 on 4 ALL NITE!

I've never seen a player spend so much time/energy complaining to the refs

Well, maybe Cousins, but that's not exactly good company

LeBron is head and shoulders above anyone in league history in complaining...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 09:01:15 PM
"Think about it, there must be higher love
Down in the heart and in the stars above..."

That commercial is getting annoying.  I know it's going to get stuck in my head
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:01:37 PM
The stretch with Lebron about to sit... we HAVE to take advantage of that!

yup need a 10-0 run while he is out.

I was thinking a 50-0 run!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:01:43 PM
SUPERB D BY BIG MO!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:02:18 PM
Gotta make the bunnies!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 09:02:23 PM
Gotta score at the rim
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:02:27 PM
Please tell me they are not missing lay-ups again.  That's 2.  Can't stand it
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:02:27 PM
Oh my Lord, how many freaking bunnies are we going to miss?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:02:34 PM
Gotta convert these layups.  But I love the aggression.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 09:03:01 PM
Wish they would hit these 6 in jumpers
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:03:07 PM
The stretch with Lebron about to sit... we HAVE to take advantage of that!

yup need a 10-0 run while he is out.

I was thinking a 50-0 run!

LOL
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:03:16 PM
I'd really like to see Jaylen get started here. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:03:32 PM
Please tell me they are not missing lay-ups again.  That's 2.  Can't stand it

we are gonna work thru this we will ok.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:03:41 PM
The stretch with Lebron about to sit... we HAVE to take advantage of that!

yup need a 10-0 run while he is out.

I was thinking a 50-0 run!

LOL

Dream big I say!!! ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:04:15 PM
KEEP RUNNING BOYS!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:04:17 PM
Lol where the hell is the foul for Tatum?!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 09:04:18 PM
That is just terrible
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:04:18 PM
Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. the refs, man
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:04:26 PM
Wow Tatum got hacked, I’ll take the Morris 3 though  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:04:52 PM
That is just terrible

A disgrace for the NBA!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:04:57 PM
JB FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:04:59 PM
Great push from Brown.  GREAT PUSH
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:05:11 PM
can't believe tatum can't get a call when he's blatantly raked over the arms
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:05:39 PM
Oh, if that had fallen!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 09:05:40 PM
Raining 3's
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:05:51 PM
Tatum came to freaking play!

That's a super smart move to put Smart on the big. Not only is he capable of actually defending them one on one, but that has thrown off their entire offensive scheme.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:05:52 PM
stay focused
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:06:08 PM
JB FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

There's your 10!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:06:13 PM
Tatum's length bothering the cavs right now on defense
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:06:23 PM
KEEP ATTACKING LOVE! YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:06:32 PM
Let’s make the most of lebum being on the bench
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:06:39 PM
hate, hate, hate when they have the ball under the hoop and kick out for a 3!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:06:48 PM
That was not a good call on Love.  C's got a lucky one there.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 09:06:50 PM
Roider looking gassed already. This is looking good.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 09:06:50 PM
Makeup call for Tatum, haha.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:06:53 PM
Tatum having a spectacular quarter.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 09:07:00 PM
We look fantastic right now.  Not all that surprising, but still a completely different team at home these playoffs.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:07:00 PM
I'd be p---ed if I was Love to.  That was a gift.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:07:01 PM
Hmm, it's funny how the announcers only ever see bad calls for the Cavs.  ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:07:02 PM
JB FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

There's your 10!

MOAR! MOAR! MOAR!

RUN THEM OUT THE BUILDING!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:07:16 PM
One thing is for sure Tatum is no future superstar

He is a now superstar!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:07:49 PM
Tatum is having a heck of a quarter.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:07:51 PM
Tatum looks like Kawhi on one end and PP on the other
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:07:53 PM
Tatum has been incredible defensively
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boris Badenov on May 23, 2018, 09:08:00 PM
Nice makeup call.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:08:00 PM
Tatum playing an inspired game
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:08:06 PM
JT!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:08:08 PM
HOLY FREAKING TATUM!

That's what Tatum's potential is defensively with that elite length. Put some bulk on him and he'll be as impressively defensively as he is offensively.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:08:08 PM
WE CAME TO PLAY TONIGHT BABY!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:08:09 PM
I'd be p---ed if I was Love to.  That was a gift.

yup that wasn't a foul.  but we are a long way away from things being even with all the superstar fouls that we have 'committed'
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 09:08:20 PM
Tatum is a beast tonight
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:08:21 PM
EVERY call there's a Cav Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ing to the refs
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bello_man09 on May 23, 2018, 09:08:34 PM
Tatum is active on D... :o :o
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:08:42 PM
JB AGAIN FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:08:48 PM
HOLY FREAKING TATUM!

That's what Tatum's potential is defensively with that elite length. Put some bulk on him and he'll be as impressively defensively as he is offensively.

yeah his length is sometimes overlooked.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:08:55 PM
welcome back Deer Lue! Keep it up celtics!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:09:07 PM
Nice quarter!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 09:09:09 PM
JR Smith is such a phoney. Thinks he’s a ball handler.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 09:09:09 PM
Keep this up
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:09:13 PM
Excellent quarter, we need to play with this energy in Cleveland
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:09:13 PM
House Money
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 09:09:19 PM
Excellent start!!! Don't let up!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:09:25 PM
Fans of other Eastern Conference teams that are watching this game gotta be nervous.  The two headed dragon of Brown and Tatum are going to be a force for many years to come.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:09:35 PM
so good to see Jaylen hit some buckets.  hope he's out of his funk
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:09:39 PM
Glad Jaylen go going there.  Would have loved that buzzer shot to fall
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:09:40 PM
HOLY FREAKING TATUM!

That's what Tatum's potential is defensively with that elite length. Put some bulk on him and he'll be as impressively defensively as he is offensively.

yeah his length is sometimes overlooked.

I think he grew from game 4!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:09:48 PM
Its absolutely perplexing how different of a team this Celtics squad looks in the garden versus on the road
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:09:54 PM
I cannot wait to see what Tatum does to his game this summer. Him and Brown working together will be great for both of them
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:09:55 PM
jaylen almost hit that one.  crowd would have went nuts!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:09:59 PM
Stay aggressive
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 09:10:25 PM
I believe the world is a good and just place
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:10:25 PM
Home sweet home!!! Three more quarters of this please!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticD on May 23, 2018, 09:10:30 PM
JR Smith is such a phoney. Thinks he’s a ball handler.

He had a nice little go to move on the Knicks/Nuggets. 2 dribble, behind the back fadeaway. I don't know what's this Kyrie mess he keeps tryna pull.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:10:32 PM
Guys, we got this! Soon they'll get frustrated and start getting technicals too!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Who on May 23, 2018, 09:10:32 PM
What a finish to the 1st. Decimated the Cavs.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:10:35 PM
Watching them play like this at home it really makes you wonder how we got blown out in game 3 and first quarter of the game four
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:10:43 PM
ATTACK FOR 4 QUARTERS!

D HAS BEEN EXCELLENT!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:10:48 PM
Excellent start!!! Don't let up!!!!!!!!


Build on it.  Cavs started pretty hot and cooled down.  Hope C's D stays energized. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ChillyWilly on May 23, 2018, 09:10:55 PM
Nothing like home cooking!  8)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: makaveli on May 23, 2018, 09:11:00 PM
Run them out by halftime!
Everthing amd everyone looks awsome!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: trickybilly on May 23, 2018, 09:11:05 PM
Can we please have this Tatum forever?

Also, home advantage in the NBA is so significant. NO WAY tatum gets that call in Cleveland..
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:11:08 PM
This is why you play for home court...step on them
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:11:09 PM
Well I wouldn't say that Baynes changed everything, but starting him was a big impact on the 1st quarter.  Great def, we didn't get bullied as much by TT right from the start.

We look great so far.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:11:11 PM
Its absolutely perplexing how different of a team this Celtics squad looks in the garden versus on the road

BI POLAR

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:11:18 PM
Yes it's early, but another run to start the 2nd could put this out of their reach...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:11:24 PM
Its absolutely perplexing how different of a team this Celtics squad looks in the garden versus on the road

Youth, man. Youth.  On the road is where this team really really missed Kyrie and Hayward.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:11:25 PM
Run them off the court
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:11:49 PM
This is why you play for home court...step on them

CANT STOP


WONT STOP
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:11:49 PM
Tatum needs a breather
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: greece66 on May 23, 2018, 09:11:50 PM
cant complain so far
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 09:11:56 PM
Best thing is the defense on LeBron.  They are making him work hard for his points. Morris kept in front of him and did not let him have the baseline, so LeBron lost it out of bounds. Tatum fronting him then using his long arms to get the steal. THAT’S THE WAY!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:11:56 PM
Its absolutely perplexing how different of a team this Celtics squad looks in the garden versus on the road

They are really young plus they are getting a little home cooking so far tonight. It makes a huge difference. This teams are really close in talent so little factors make a huge difference!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:11:58 PM
ATTACK FOR 4 QUARTERS!

D HAS BEEN EXCELLENT!

Our D is super charged inspiring with Tatum and company on a whole other level- Swiss cheese Cavs D is back as well
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 09:12:13 PM
I'm glad Brown has got it going early.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:12:28 PM
Yes it's early, but another run to start the 2nd could put this out of their reach...

need a 10-0 run while lebaby is on bench. put it up tpo 20
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 09:12:44 PM
Its absolutely perplexing how different of a team this Celtics squad looks in the garden versus on the road

It's not just us; it's the Cavs, too.  Their roleplayers turn into pumpkins in the Garden. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:12:48 PM
Stay tough C's !
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: nickagneta on May 23, 2018, 09:12:48 PM
Amazed at hoe much Lebron isn't getting back on defense, especially after a turnover. He doesn't even pretend to give any effort to get back.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:12:52 PM
Watching the Cavaliers fans and Cavs players complain about refs feels like sweet justice  :laugh:
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:12:59 PM
that one play where lebron fell to floor with Morris smothering him was a green Picaso!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:13:01 PM
Zero, I repeat 0 off rebounds for the Cavs in the 1st.  Keep that up C's and it will help a lot.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:13:33 PM
Man do I love Baynes
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:13:35 PM
Baynes so key to this series.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:13:54 PM
Baynes is killing it!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:14:00 PM
Great frickin job guys.  This is what I want to see. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:14:01 PM
Come on Jaylen -- remember that mid-season FT stroke
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:14:13 PM
Nice D by Brown on Korver.  Keep contesting.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:14:15 PM
up 15 lets push it to 25 like game 1
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:14:57 PM
Nance should be kicked out
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:15:07 PM
Lol ROZIER!  ;D

He just gave Nance a GRADE A shove!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:15:23 PM
Nance should be kicked out

YUP
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:15:25 PM
I love these guys!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:15:37 PM
Rozier ain't scared of anyone or anything.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:16:01 PM
Kick nance
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:16:01 PM
FLAGRANT!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:16:18 PM
I'm expecting a double tech ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:16:22 PM
LOVE the response from Rozier!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:16:24 PM
WE AINT SCARED CAVS

NO FEAR

BRING IT PUNKS
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 09:16:35 PM
Don’t like this:  could be a momentum breaker.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:16:39 PM
Um, what, Jackson?? A double tech with Morris just saying something to Nance and Nance actually shoving Morris?? What a dumbass.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:16:40 PM
Kick nance

He isn't getting kicked out for that.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 09:17:01 PM
Rozier you idiot. Can't afford to get an ejection
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:17:16 PM
Such a tough guy, Nance is.  Shoving someone from the back like that.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:17:23 PM
Some toughness is great -- but sometimes it's counter-productive.  Morris crosses the line sometimes.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:17:23 PM
I love how Nance turns and sees Smart and just stops.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 09:17:31 PM
i love how chippy the eastern conference is
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:17:36 PM
Nance needs a flagrant
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 09:17:40 PM
hope that drama dont take us out our game

smh
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 09:18:06 PM
So they're saying Morris should get a technical because Nance is mentally weak.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:18:08 PM
Cavs are just punks.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: coco on May 23, 2018, 09:18:10 PM
Well I wouldn't say that Baynes changed everything, but starting him was a big impact on the 1st quarter.  Great def, we didn't get bullied as much by TT right from the start.

We look great so far.

Agreed.  Completely neutralized Thompson
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 09:18:17 PM
hope that drama dont take us out our game

smh
ruins our flow
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:18:20 PM
So they're saying Morris should get a technical because Nance is mentally weak.
the Celtics hater logic
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:18:22 PM
I don't like this stoppage in play.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: umpacu on May 23, 2018, 09:18:22 PM
Loved Brad's reaction. He sprinted directly to tell Rozier "WHAT ARE YOU DOING???". Dumb reaction by Terry.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:18:29 PM
SMH these commentators...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:18:33 PM
I don't agree with the commentary. As stupid as Morris is for verbal taunt, I don't think you can push in the back.  I think T on Nance.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:18:37 PM
What did Oubre get last year for shoving Olynyk? This should be similar
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:18:57 PM
I've come to really despise NBA refs every time they put Steve Javie on the air.  always makes the officials look biased and stupid.   
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boris Badenov on May 23, 2018, 09:19:00 PM
I'm still trying to figure out what Mark Jackson adds to these broadcasts.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 09:19:02 PM
hope that drama dont take us out our game

smh
My concern too.  Things were going so well...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:19:10 PM
Lol sometimes Morris' shot selection drives me crazy, but I LOVE his vet presence and take-no-Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. attitude.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:19:10 PM
Wyc in the background and his wife all shocked when Nance shoved   :laugh:
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:19:16 PM
whatever Morris said is not equal to what Nance did.
Problem is however much I like it, Rozier probably gets a T for the retaliation.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:19:43 PM
I'm still trying to figure out what Mark Jackson adds to these broadcasts.

He's a huge minus...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:19:47 PM
 I hope this extended delay doesn’t mess up our momentum giving LeBum an extended rest
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:19:51 PM
Longer rest for Lebron does not help.   Keep your mouth shut Morris and let your play talk.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:20:01 PM
That’s an insane call
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 09:20:10 PM
These guys got to be smarter than this. Let the score do the talking.

There's a time and place to stand up for yourself.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 23, 2018, 09:20:13 PM
Wyc’s wife loves those fights !
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 09:20:19 PM
So they're saying Morris should get a technical because Nance is mentally weak.
the Celtics hater logic

I'm not sure if it's my green colored glasses, but it sure seems that way.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:20:21 PM
Nance throws a Tantrum, and they get a shot ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:20:22 PM
for what it's worth, Morris didn't exactly say much before walking way.  should not get the same penalty as Nance.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:20:28 PM
Lol of course that's how it goes. Do what you can to keep them in the game, refs.  ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:20:32 PM
Just gave Bron rest
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:20:44 PM
CAVS PUSH A GUY and they shoot a free throw!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:20:45 PM
killing momentum is such bs
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 09:20:51 PM
hope that drama dont take us out our game

smh
ruins our flow

And more rest for Lebron. Ugh. Can we please start attacking him in the half-court? PLEASE? #BeatTheSh1tOutOfHim ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:21:05 PM
Ugh.  All that ends up for a 4 point possession for the Cavs.  Terrible.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:21:10 PM
TERRIBLE.  That was 4 points given to the Cavs.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:21:11 PM
GD guys... Stop giving up offensive boards leading to second chance points.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:21:16 PM
that is BS, Morris shouldn't have had ANYTHING
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 09:21:18 PM
Wait a sec......so the guy who instigated the contact earns his team a ft?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:21:19 PM
bs calls again- such crap
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:21:28 PM
Nice travel, Nance ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:21:33 PM
CAVS PUSH A GUY and they shoot a free throw!!!
lol crazy
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:21:38 PM
Momentum change
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: coco on May 23, 2018, 09:21:42 PM
5 point swing [dang it] >:(
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:22:00 PM
TERRIBLE.  That was 4 points given to the Cavs.
6 now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsBR on May 23, 2018, 09:22:06 PM
What a Hell? Did marcus receive a T for trash talking?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:22:07 PM
They’re starting to kill us on the boards now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boris Badenov on May 23, 2018, 09:22:09 PM
Worst part about the whole thing is about 10 minutes of rest for Lebron.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:22:16 PM
GD guys... Stop giving up offensive boards leading to second chance points.

to be fair, that was the 1st off rebound we have given up all game.
ok now that was the 2nd...crap
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:22:24 PM
Call a freaking timeout and settle these guys down, Brad! Don't just give up this double digit lead.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:22:43 PM
6-0 run and momentum completely changed after the Morris taunt.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:22:48 PM
If Cs lose that was turning point....Nance should have been ejected
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 09:22:58 PM
This is not good.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:23:06 PM
How was neither of those a foul?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:23:08 PM
I was scared that the foul would make us lose our momentum.

It was true
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:23:09 PM
get back to attacking!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:23:16 PM
we were rolling and them nance changed it all with cheap shot- only shot he can do
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:23:16 PM
Whatever Marcus said he’s got Nance fired up
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:23:18 PM
@#$%#$$  there's got to be more C's rebounding than just Smart!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:23:22 PM
LOT OF ARM ON THAT jump ball!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 09:23:26 PM
It's frustrating that a play in which the Cavs escalated the action results in a technical FT for the Cavs, but honestly I can't really dispute any of the individual decisions.  That was a taunt by Morris, and that was a shove by Rozier.  It's there on the tape.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:23:36 PM
CALL TIMEOUT
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:23:46 PM
Huge shot Morris
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 09:23:49 PM
see
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:23:50 PM
We needed that three
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:23:54 PM
You needed that Morris!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:23:55 PM
17 point lead down to 11
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 09:24:09 PM
Thanks a lot Morris, you IDIOT~!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:24:19 PM
Terrible gamble by Smart.  Leave Clarkson open at the exact same spot.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:24:24 PM
Call a freaking timeout and settle these guys down, Brad! Don't just give up this double digit lead.

Naw, just do what you always do and wait too long to call a timeout and give up the majority of the lead... Dumbass.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:24:26 PM
I agree, in these times when we are losing leads, Brad needs to call the occasional timeout.

they have all the momentum and rhythm now.
)(!#*&@@#()!&*#@
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:24:33 PM
I was scared that the foul would make us lose our momentum.

It was true
only team it could hurt was the C's by firing up the Cavs.  love the competitive fire but Morris will never be confused with a rocket scientist
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:24:40 PM
Who's supposed to be covering Clarkson?!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:24:52 PM
ah yes back to taking contested threes morris. bravo.

ATTACK THE HOOP AND GOOD THINGS HAPPEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticD on May 23, 2018, 09:25:09 PM
Who's supposed to be covering Clarkson?!

Smart legit just bailed on Clarkson to try and go for a steal.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:25:31 PM
Keep passing it to Jeff Green and we will win
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:25:32 PM
I am not even playing and that crap took out my energy
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 09:25:38 PM
Brown doesn't look healthy
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: coco on May 23, 2018, 09:25:47 PM
Morris is such a hot head >:(
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 09:25:55 PM
Marcus Smart is cheating off of his man way too far right now.  He's given up multiple open threes. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 23, 2018, 09:26:10 PM
Morris' stupidity killed our momentum.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 09:26:17 PM
Stevens should have called a timeout.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:26:21 PM
TATUM NEEDS TO ATTACK BASKET WHEN HE HAS CHANCE
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:26:21 PM
Smart playing terribly again
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:26:21 PM
stuck on stupid again

forgot how to attack plus terry missed a open 3
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 23, 2018, 09:26:23 PM
We ain't getting a travel call, aren't we?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:26:40 PM
Refs continue to reward the guy that thrwe a Tantrum and tried to injure Morris. Way to go.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:26:55 PM
We started off so well in the 2nd too.  Ugh.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 09:26:58 PM
Nance playing the game of his third string life...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 09:27:01 PM
tone of the game has certainly changed since the Cavs got rewarded for Nance's flagrant with a free throw.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: mainevent on May 23, 2018, 09:27:04 PM
Don’t like this:  could be a momentum breaker.

You called it
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: coco on May 23, 2018, 09:27:13 PM
Why is Smart taking 3s?  He is shoot 20%
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 09:27:13 PM
17 point lead...BLOWN by Morris.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:27:21 PM
come on get lead to 10 until we can play smart again. and go on a 10-0 run
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:27:37 PM
CAVS were about to fold
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:27:43 PM
Hadn't thought about this yet for some reason -- but, Theis would be very nice to have in this series.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:27:53 PM
Why is Smart taking 3s?  He is shoot 20%
Because he’s a moron on offence. Simple as that
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:27:54 PM
Marcus Smart is cheating off of his man way too far right now.  He's given up multiple open threes.

The first was to switch with Rozier of Lebron but only one part happened, no idea what he was doing on that other one. You can't leave Green open in the corner
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:27:58 PM
17 point lead...BLOWN by Morris.

we were close to running them out building like game 1

we need to refocus and get back at them
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Chief on May 23, 2018, 09:28:00 PM
Come on Cbs...get them together.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:28:02 PM
tone of the game has certainly changed since the Cavs got rewarded for Nance's flagrant with a free throw.

Put Yabu to push someone so we can get a free point!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 09:28:11 PM
CAVS were about to fold

Yup
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:28:13 PM
CAVS were about to fold

yup
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 09:28:13 PM
We've let up a bit on defense. Need to up the energy again.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:28:20 PM
From a 17 point lead to an 8 point lead, which we're lucky to still have, without calling a timeout when it was clear we needed one to stop their run and refocus. Such terrible decision-making by Brad.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:28:25 PM
You waited that long for a TO Brad?? SMH.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:28:27 PM
game has completely changed since shovegate- so upset—They got in our heads after that and it fired them up when they looked six feet under
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:28:30 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.  Nance just missed 2 free throws as they said that.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:28:34 PM
We're getting great looks at the basket.  Unfortunate that Rozier missed his last 5 shots after draining a 3 in the beginning of the game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:28:41 PM
Cs justbturned a blowout into a tight game
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:28:45 PM
CAVS were about to fold


Not sure they were ready to fold, but Morris sure did change the direction of the game.  Hope C's can dial it back.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 09:28:56 PM
Need to get our offense back on track.  Get the right shot.  These threes will be available later in the clock if we need them, but they shouldn't be our goal. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: makaveli on May 23, 2018, 09:29:00 PM
Tottaly ruined our pace, the pushing fest, and a 5 min extra time off for lebron.

We need to attack the rack, please!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticD on May 23, 2018, 09:29:02 PM
17 point lead...BLOWN by Morris.

It's true Morris had an unnecessary taunt, but it's Nance's reaction that ended up working out for the Cavs. If he doesn't shove Morris, that probably would've just been a play on.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:29:12 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He has...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:29:13 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.
Gets a pat on the back for being a scumbag. Sounds about right considering these announcers
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 09:29:26 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

Yeah, and for Baynes, who HAS had a big impact so far, they were like, he's doing pretty good.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 09:29:26 PM
We've let up a bit on defense. Need to up the energy again.

Ref's put a stop to that when they rewarded Nance for a shove to the back and put 2 techs on us.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 23, 2018, 09:29:43 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.  Nance just missed 2 free throws as they said that.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He's right in the thick of the 12-3 run they're on since Morris needed to be a fake tough guy.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 09:30:10 PM
Bottom line is that they got great bench play from Nance and Clarkson on the road.  We need to step up and have a huge third quarter to stop the bleeding and retake command of the game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 09:30:16 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He has...

By committing a flagrant that 100% any Celtic would have been ejected for.

Must be nice to suit up for lebron's side if your a scrub.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:30:20 PM
CAVS were about to fold


Not sure they were ready to fold, but Morris sure did change the direction of the game.  Hope C's can dial it back.

It was way too early in the game for the Cavs to be about to fold.  You're mistaken if you think that the Cavs weren't gonna make a run.

Guess what, they're gonna make another one too.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:30:24 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

Yeah, and for Baynes, who HAS had a big impact so far, they were like, he's doing pretty good.

Baynes literally set the tone for the 1st quarter and our big lead.  He is the game mvp right now.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:30:36 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.  Nance just missed 2 free throws as they said that.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He's right in the thick of the 12-3 run they're on since Morris needed to be a fake tough guy.
LOL. Yep, that’s what Morris was doing ::) give me a break
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:30:43 PM
Lue to team

“Next time they go on run, shove them hard in back and bullrush them” Lue- Coach of all Deers
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:30:43 PM
17 point lead...BLOWN by Morris.

It's true Morris had an unnecessary taunt, but it's Nance's reaction that ended up working out for the Cavs. If he doesn't shove Morris, that probably would've just been a play on.

Yeah, I'm not exactly sure how this is Morris' fault. He wasn't the one who started the shoving match.

If anything blame the refs for somehow finding a way to benefit the instigator Cavs after that scrum...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: byennie on May 23, 2018, 09:30:45 PM
The Nance/Morris call that resulted in a Cavs FT was complete idiocy. They held up the game for a solid 5 minutes, and penalized the team that got assaulted.

Either don't give a technical to Rozier, or toss Nance. It defies all common sense that the Cavs were rewarded.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:30:48 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He has...

By committing a flagrant that 100% any Celtic would have been ejected for.

Must be nice to suit up for lebron's side if your a scrub.

It wasn't a flagrant.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:30:52 PM
They made their run, time to make ours!  8)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 09:31:14 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.  Nance just missed 2 free throws as they said that.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He's right in the thick of the 12-3 run they're on since Morris needed to be a fake tough guy.
nance is the fake tough guy. he ran away
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:31:37 PM
Jaylen timid in the paint.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 09:31:42 PM
Oh my goodness, the Cs have straight-up STUNK ever since those technicals. Can't hit anything, getting torched by Clarkson and Nance, of all people.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:31:43 PM
37% shooting for us terrible
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 23, 2018, 09:32:34 PM
Got to attack Korver Clarkson ... O only guys!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:32:39 PM
CAPS are up 2-0!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:33:01 PM
not digging Rozier's overdribbling on offense.  needs to move the ball a lot sooner
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:33:01 PM
lets get it back to 15 or 17 at half.

then get it to 25 in second half
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:33:07 PM
Nance may hustle his way to a few off rebounds, and a few wide open dunks because 3 of our team is so focused on Lebron, but no way around it he isn't a good player.  His bbiq is horrible, i mean Gerald Green level.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:33:07 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He has...

By committing a flagrant that 100% any Celtic would have been ejected for.

Must be nice to suit up for lebron's side if your a scrub.

It wasn't a flagrant.

I don’t get his argument...Nance had impact on game whether you agree with his act or not
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: byennie on May 23, 2018, 09:33:26 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He has...

By committing a flagrant that 100% any Celtic would have been ejected for.

Must be nice to suit up for lebron's side if your a scrub.

It wasn't a flagrant.

A running shove from behind during a dead ball should be an automatic flagrant foul.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 09:33:31 PM
"Nance has had a major impact on this game" my god these announcers are horrible.

Honestly the young Nance isn't good enough to hold his dad's jock.

He has...

By committing a flagrant that 100% any Celtic would have been ejected for.

Must be nice to suit up for lebron's side if your a scrub.

It wasn't a flagrant.

Shoving a guy in the back is a flagrant 1 on a dead whistle 100% of the time.

The proper call there was Tech on Morris, Flagrant 1 on Nance.

And if Nance wasn't wearing a Cavs Jersey, that would have been the call.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:33:41 PM
Good Lord, Rozier. Show up!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:33:56 PM
stop shooting jays terry for now u r 1-7
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:34:10 PM
This is staying chippy
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 09:34:11 PM
17 point lead...BLOWN by Morris.

It's true Morris had an unnecessary taunt, but it's Nance's reaction that ended up working out for the Cavs. If he doesn't shove Morris, that probably would've just been a play on.

Killed our momentum and our focus....dumb.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:34:27 PM
CUT TO THE HOOP NOW!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:34:28 PM
Those who think the Cavs were not about to fold arevwatching a different game...the shovegate took the air out of the arena
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 09:34:35 PM
The refs are p---ing me off now.  Jump ball?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:34:49 PM
So it looks like Brad is finally cross matching Baynes with TT.  Baynes back in now to keep TT off the boards.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:34:51 PM
VET ROOK FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:35:17 PM
TATUM!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:35:32 PM
Baynes don't have to rush it
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:35:35 PM
We dodged a bullet there Korver was wide open
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:36:07 PM
You let James take tough fadeway midrange jumpers all night long.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:36:44 PM
Baynes don't have to rush it

he was in a great spot. he needs to relax
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:36:55 PM
God he's good
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:36:57 PM
Travel
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:36:58 PM
Can you just once call one of the freaking blatant moving screens on Thompson, refs??
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:37:32 PM
We dodged a bullet there Korver was wide open

KORVER IS BUTT UGLY
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:37:33 PM
Did smart purposely bank that shot off the glass? That was far and it went in
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 09:37:35 PM
Morris getting it done
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:37:52 PM
That shot was so Marcus Smart
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:37:58 PM
Did smart purposely bank that shot off the glass? That was far and it went in

sure... ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:38:03 PM
Great job Smart.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:38:07 PM
Crazy shot from smart but it went in
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:38:17 PM
lets get back to shooting good shots and getting to the rim.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 09:38:23 PM
finish these last 2 minutes strong, Cavs role players are shook again...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:38:28 PM
GET IT TO 17 at half

after half we push it to 25 and finish them

WEAR LEBRON DOWN
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:38:36 PM
Great job Smart.

Three point heat check in 3, 2, 1...  ;)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:38:38 PM
Can you just once call one of the freaking blatant moving screens on Thompson, refs??

Serioisly. They're so obvious
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 09:38:38 PM
Smart gets it done from inside 30 feet!

Is this a pattern?!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:38:40 PM
Great shot by Smart. 

Lebron is phenomenal. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:38:48 PM
Grabbed back some mo...whew
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:38:54 PM
Tough floater by Smart, nice!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:39:00 PM
We're making terrible shots. Did you see that low arcing shot by Morris then the off-the-glass by smart lol

Ill take it but I'd like to rely on luck less
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:39:01 PM
Crazy shot from smart but it went in

Smart can only hit those crazy off balance, contended shots!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:39:12 PM
You let James take tough fadeway midrange jumpers all night long.
I’m happy with those as well if that’s what they can come up with
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:39:13 PM
SMARTACUS!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:39:14 PM
Smart really needs to realise that the mid-range and inside is where he should shoot from. He’s like 235lbs, quick and has a good free throw stroke. No more threes
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Chief on May 23, 2018, 09:39:19 PM
When we go big with Smart at pg...they don't have an answer.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:39:27 PM
MAKE BRON PLAY O AND D

WEAR HIM OUT

KEEP REST OF HIS TEAM COLD AND UNINVOLVED
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 09:39:32 PM
Good things happen when they drive to the basket.  Settling for jump shots will not work.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 09:39:38 PM
The Great Smart vs Bron duel!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Chief on May 23, 2018, 09:39:55 PM
GET IT TO 17 at half

after half we push it to 25 and finish them

WEAR LEBRON DOWN

Yeah, he will quit.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Erik on May 23, 2018, 09:39:56 PM
“Limited offensive capability.”
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 09:39:59 PM
LeBron's played the entire quarter. He's also starting to iso more.

I think Stevens will live with that. Cavs were hitting a bunch of threes when the Celtics were helping.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:40:16 PM
HUGE 2 minutes here. Lets finish on another mini-run C's!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 09:40:25 PM
You let James take tough fadeway midrange jumpers all night long.
I’m happy with those as well if that’s what they can come up with
Yeah, they’re only worth 2 points, lol.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ChillyWilly on May 23, 2018, 09:41:06 PM
The crowd sound weak sauce tonight or is this the greatest hash ever?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:41:06 PM
Marcus looking smooth like silk

Cavs first unit is looking like The Walking Dead right now—-take that Nance hour delay stopage away and we could be up 30

Its only Lebron that is hitting in that unit
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:41:09 PM
When we go big with Smart at pg...they don't have an answer.

we need to keep attacking rim. we will score or draw fouls. stop forcing 3's especially by bad shooters
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:41:09 PM
Smart really needs to realise that the mid-range and inside is where he should shoot from. He’s like 235lbs, quick and has a good free throw stroke. No more threes
every draft analyst compared him to d wade as his nba comparison. Sad that it never happened
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:41:10 PM
When we go big with Smart at pg...they don't have an answer.

Yeah I wanna see more of Smart / Brown / Tatum / Horford / Baynes.  With Smart passing and penetrating, not shooting 3s.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:42:29 PM
So far, my wine choice named Elevation seems poignant!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:42:48 PM
Smart really needs to realise that the mid-range and inside is where he should shoot from. He’s like 235lbs, quick and has a good free throw stroke. No more threes
every draft analyst compared him to d wade as his nba comparison. Sad that it never happened
That would just be unfair with our current young guys ;)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:42:51 PM
i am not comfortable with baynes shooting threes
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 09:42:53 PM
LeBron is out. We need to finish strong.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:42:56 PM
Call the moving screen on Thompson, zebras!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:43:30 PM
NEED a run here!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 09:43:50 PM
TT...Moving Screens...CALL IT-!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: coco on May 23, 2018, 09:43:55 PM
Smart and Baynes shoot, just what the Cavs want
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:44:04 PM
ATTACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 23, 2018, 09:44:14 PM
Man, if Jayson Tatum just learns how to catch and shoot, it'll be over for the league.

Right not he doesn't have that instinct yet. Thompson gave him enough space to shoot that rock and he didn't.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:44:57 PM
STUPID CALL.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 09:45:01 PM
With LeBron sitting, other guys try to show their iso skills, lol.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:46:39 PM
LEBRON WILL NOT MISS AT RIM PEOPLE!!!!!!!

MAKE HIM SHOOT JAYS OR TAKE A CHARGE OR GET A STEAL
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:46:50 PM
Just keep pushing it
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:46:51 PM
Up 11

We should be up about 15-17. Oh well
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:47:04 PM
bad finish to half

need a 10-0 run to start 3rd
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 09:47:07 PM
LEBRON WILL NOT MISS AT RIM PEOPLE!!!!!!!

MAKE HIM SHOOT JAYS OR TAKE A CHARGE OR GET A STEAL
or hack a lebron
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 09:47:08 PM
Well, should've had a bigger lead at the half than 11, but it's better than being down by 15 or 20.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:47:13 PM
I don't like Jaylen out there with 3 and having to guard Lebron.  Just pull him out the last minute.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:47:29 PM
LEBRON WILL NOT MISS AT RIM PEOPLE!!!!!!!

MAKE HIM SHOOT JAYS OR TAKE A CHARGE OR GET A STEAL

The refs won't call that on Lebron, though. They'll call it a block no matter what
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: coco on May 23, 2018, 09:47:49 PM
Crappy game by Rozzier
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:48:05 PM
overall great 1st half.   we are shooting 38% and still leading by 11 and it could have easily been more.   
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:48:06 PM
Well, a very solid half.

Got to start the 3rd on fire though!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:48:14 PM
LEBRON WILL NOT MISS AT RIM PEOPLE!!!!!!!

MAKE HIM SHOOT JAYS OR TAKE A CHARGE OR GET A STEAL

The refs won't call that on Lebron, thiugh. They'll call it a block no matter what

Yep
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 09:48:25 PM
Crappy game by Rozzier
it'd be pretty nice to have kyrie right about now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:49:13 PM
Lue sends in goons to halt Cs momentum
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 09:49:16 PM
Baynes extra minutes helped, especially dealing with TT.  TT has zero off rebounds.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 09:49:28 PM
Celtics 37.8%
Cavs 41.7

This will be three straight games of 37% from the field….methinks an offensive outburst is coming.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:49:46 PM
CAPS up 3-0!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 09:49:49 PM
overall, great start by Baynes and Tatum.  Horrible half by Rozier.  everyone else has been ok but could step it up a notch
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 09:49:50 PM
will take an 11 pt lead but not crazy about how they shifted things after Nance  shovegate . We stalled at end of half as ISO Lebron is back-

We need to come out of half storming and reassserting ourselves with D.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:50:07 PM
There is no tougher team than Cs in the league
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 09:50:29 PM
Great defense throughout -- the big reason we've been great at home.  Need a strong start to the 3rd now.  Halfway there!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 09:50:58 PM
If we lose this game, it's on Morris for being a Bonehead....Completely gave the Cavs energy.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:51:23 PM
LEBRON WILL NOT MISS AT RIM PEOPLE!!!!!!!

MAKE HIM SHOOT JAYS OR TAKE A CHARGE OR GET A STEAL
or hack a lebron

true because he misses FT's
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:51:26 PM
LeBron is tired ..run run run
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 09:51:35 PM
I didn't like the run in the middle of the second quarter but we're otherwise playing well for the most part.  Still missing too many shots around the rim. 

Smart is giving us a lift with his defense.

Tatum is taking the challenge on offense, though he's not shooting all that well.  He's missed several shots at the rim.  We need those. 

Need more out of Rozier.  1-7 just isn't going to cut it for a guy who is the most exploitable part of our defense - not that he's a bad defender exactly, but the Cavs play big and Rozier doesn't have Smart's ability to hold his ground against bigger players on a switch.  If he stays cold, I'd be inclined to ride Smart for the rest of the game. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:51:51 PM
Leaving the door open for Cavs to get it close in the end.  Scary night.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: makaveli on May 23, 2018, 09:51:58 PM
Drive and kick is the name of the game. Every time we drove hard, we got buckets and on the possessions drawn to open someone up, we just look stagnant and cavs cover us. Drive the ball or post up.
Great D so far
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:51:59 PM
If we lose this game, it's on Morris for being a Bonehead....Completely gave the Cavs energy.
This is a ridiculous take. Did I miss something, or did Morris push Morris and make Rozier push Nance?? Is that what happened?

Morris isn't to blame. That's just incredibly wrong
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:52:12 PM
Crappy game by Rozzier
it'd be pretty nice to have kyrie right about now

yeah or hayward or theis
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 09:52:23 PM
We've missed so many layups and wide open 3's.  We're getting what we want but shooting just 38%.  If we lose we only have ourselves to blame.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:52:30 PM
GET IT TO 17 at half

after half we push it to 25 and finish them

WEAR LEBRON DOWN

We were in a good position to bury them but that 5min delay killed our momentum and gave LeBum a rest
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:53:10 PM
CAPS up 3-0!!!!!

WHO CARES?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:53:32 PM
LeBron is tired ..run run run

Hope you're right, but I don't see what you see.

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 23, 2018, 09:53:40 PM
Should be up by 20. Instead I got to be stressed for 24 more minutes
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 09:54:11 PM
We've missed so many layups and wide open 3's.  We're getting what we want but shooting just 38%.  If we lose we only have ourselves to blame.

We're hitting 40% on threes.  I'm not mad about that part of our game. 

Totally agree with you on the layups though.  We should make most of those and we aren't.  This game would be a blowout if we could just hit bunnies.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 09:54:32 PM
I expect Lebron to come out like gang busters in the third. Hopefully, Stevens will call a timeout before the lead gets down to three. What bothers me, however, is that they're still not attacking James, like at all. He could have expended at least a nice amount of energy in that first half, but noooooooo ::).
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:54:37 PM
CAPS up 3-0!!!!!

WHO CARES?

I do!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 09:54:43 PM
Celtics need to start making their shots near the rim. Other than that, I thought the defense was mostly good.

Rozier also needs to get going.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 09:54:52 PM
We’re still in the driver seat though. We’re getting decent looks need to make the shots.  Thankfully LeBum’s Seven Dwarfs are lions at home and mice away
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:55:07 PM
GET IT TO 17 at half

after half we push it to 25 and finish them

WEAR LEBRON DOWN

We were in a good position to bury them but that 5min delay killed our momentum and gave LeBum a rest

i know. we need to get it over 20 and hold the lead if not it night be a photo finish.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 09:55:13 PM
If we lose this game, it's on Morris for being a Bonehead....Completely gave the Cavs energy.
This is a ridiculous take. Did I miss something, or did Morris push Morris and make Rozier push Nance?? Is that what happened?

Morris isn't to blame. That's just incredibly wrong

Stop yelling at your brother. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 09:55:31 PM
So Lebron backed his guy down, stopped about 13 feet from the basket, and DIDN'T travel when he ended up right next to the rim?   ::) ::) ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:55:53 PM
LeBron is tired ..run run run

Hope you're right, but I don't see what you see.

He is a great player but he has to pace himself....he does not have the legs of Brown, Tatum, Smart, or Rozier....run run run runnnnnnnnn....
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 09:55:58 PM
I don't like Jaylen out there with 3 and having to guard Lebron.  Just pull him out the last minute.


LBJ was so smart on that last drive.  He exploited the C's D to get Jaylen on him and then worked perfectly to the hoop.  There was no way he wasn't getting a call or a basket.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: gouki88 on May 23, 2018, 09:56:50 PM
If we lose this game, it's on Morris for being a Bonehead....Completely gave the Cavs energy.
This is a ridiculous take. Did I miss something, or did Morris push Morris and make Rozier push Nance?? Is that what happened?

Morris isn't to blame. That's just incredibly wrong

Stop yelling at your brother.
Don't tell me what to do mum!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 23, 2018, 09:56:57 PM
I love Stevens as a coach, but his lack of timely timeouts drives me crazy. When the momentum has obviously swung he lets the team just play through it watching leads evaporate.

 

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:57:11 PM
Rozier is going to have to step up and score in the 2nd half.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 09:57:18 PM
Shovegate should have been ...T on Morris, T on Rozier, ejection on Nance.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 09:57:21 PM
If we lose this game, it's on Morris for being a Bonehead....Completely gave the Cavs energy.
Sure, for a bit, but C’s bounced back and held the lead so I don’t see how you can blame Morris if they lose.  C’mon man.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 09:58:43 PM
Rozier is going to have to step up and score in the 2nd half.


No.  No. No.  The moment these guys start playing hero ball we start to foul up.  Just gotta keep doing what we are doing.  Strong D, get out on transition and play inside out.  Just keep doing what we're doing.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 09:58:53 PM
Need to start this half with a bounce
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jambr380 on May 23, 2018, 09:58:54 PM
The 'should be up by 20' narrative is concerning. That is what happened to the Cavs in game 2.

I can't believe we ended up with 2 techs while the Cavs only had 1 on the Morris/Nance incident. The time off completely killed our momentum and Nance was then responsible for every good thing that happened for the Cavs from that point on.

We need to come back out with the same type of D we played in the 1st quarter. We can do this, just need to get re-focused and start hitting the easy shots.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 09:59:15 PM
Lead is only 11 because somehow Clarkson outplayed Rozier...  :(
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 09:59:33 PM
LeBron is tired ..run run run

Hope you're right, but I don't see what you see.

He is a great player but he has to pace himself....he does not have the legs of Brown, Tatum, Smart, or Rozier....run run run runnnnnnnnn....

make him keep working on O and D and he will wear out
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 09:59:41 PM
It's funny that the Cs have a rep for being "goons" when each of the past 2 years we've had guys shove our players in the back during stoppages in play
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 09:59:59 PM
So Lebron backed his guy down, stopped about 13 feet from the basket, and DIDN'T travel when he ended up right next to the rim?   ::) ::) ::)

I don't know why Lebron doesn't always tuck the ball under his arm like a football and run the court while stiff arming guys with his off hand.  He doesn't get for these thing anyway.  Why bother dribbling at all.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:00:03 PM
Rozier is going to have to step up and score in the 2nd half.


No.  No. No.  The moment these guys start playing hero ball we start to foul up.  Just gotta keep doing what we are doing.  Strong D, get out on transition and play inside out.  Just keep doing what we're doing.

Rozier needs to do something different. The rest of the team can play the same.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:00:22 PM
If we lose this game, it's on Morris for being a Bonehead....Completely gave the Cavs energy.
This is a ridiculous take. Did I miss something, or did Morris push Morris and make Rozier push Nance?? Is that what happened?

Morris isn't to blame. That's just incredibly wrong

I second that.  That is ridiculous.  Morris has hit some shots, played tough D.  One stare down isn't going to lose the game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:00:48 PM
It's funny that the Cs have a rep for being "goons" when each of the past 2 years we've had guys shove our players in the back during stoppages in play

I don’t consider our players goon, they are just tough as nails.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:00:48 PM
I hope CBS lets Baynes play some heavy minutes. We absolutely need this win.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 10:00:54 PM
If we lose this game, it's on Morris for being a Bonehead....Completely gave the Cavs energy.
Sure, for a bit, but C’s bounced back and held the lead so I don’t see how you can blame Morris if they lose.  C’mon man.

I just mean, The Cavs looked dead in the water--Why give them life--?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 10:00:56 PM
We're shooting 38%. That's why we are not up more, not Morris' scuffle.

Still missing a lot of easy looks, especially at the basket.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:01:33 PM
So Lebron backed his guy down, stopped about 13 feet from the basket, and DIDN'T travel when he ended up right next to the rim?   ::) ::) ::)

I don't know why Lebron doesn't always tuck the ball under his arm like a football and run the court while stiff arming guys with his off hand.  He doesn't get for these thing anyway.  Why bother dribbling at all.

lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:01:40 PM
Will take a 11 point lead instead of having to chase the lead like in Cleveland
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:01:41 PM
We're shooting 38%. That's why we are not up more, not Morris' scuffle.

Take out Brown and Rozier's shooting and it's like 50%

14 for 29
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:02:12 PM
We're shooting 38%. That's why we are not up more, not Morris' scuffle.

Exactly.  And we are going to shoot better this half. 

We need to keep up the great def from the first half and continue to attack the rim.  Good things will happen.  Lebron is already tired.  Don't bail out the Cavs by jacking quick shots, make them play def.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:02:13 PM
We're shooting 38%. That's why we are not up more, not Morris' scuffle.

Still missing a lot of easy looks, especially at the basket.

yup
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:02:38 PM
Shot better from 3 than from 2

We're looking like the rockets tonight
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 23, 2018, 10:02:39 PM
Just joining the game now. So far so great! 

Tps for cliff notes versions of the game.  Woooo woooo!  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:02:51 PM
We're shooting 38%. That's why we are not up more, not Morris' scuffle.

Take out Brown and Rozier's shooting and it's like 50%

Jaylen needs to try to get some post up shots, or find some ways to attack in transition to get his rhythm back a bit.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:02:57 PM
Ideally we come out on fire and push this lead past 20.

I'm expecting this will be a game filled with anxiety all the way to the final seconds though..  :(
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 10:03:02 PM
Can't afford to miss open looks.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:03:52 PM
BE BEST!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:03:53 PM
Just joining the game now. So far so great! 

Tps for cliff notes versions of the game.  Woooo woooo!  ;D
killing them from 3, Morris scuffle with Nance lost us some momentum, we're shooting better from 3 than 2 and getting a lot of steals 1st q
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:04:24 PM
allergic to rim again i see

stop answering jays with stupid jays

shoot smart jays
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:04:29 PM
It's funny that the Cs have a rep for being "goons" when each of the past 2 years we've had guys shove our players in the back during stoppages in play

I don’t consider our players goon, they are just tough as nails.

Tyronne Lue does
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:04:33 PM
Terry is killing us
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:04:37 PM
Jesus Christ Rozier has been terrible.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:04:40 PM
Lebron isn't attacking the rim when Baynes is on him.  He is dribbling around until he takes a fade away.  That is a win for us.

Of course, then he attacks the rim....crap.
lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:04:43 PM
I'm sure others noticed, but C's are shooting 38%.  Smart is the only C shooting over 50%.  Tatum, who seemed to be having himself a solid game is only 3-8 and Jaylen is 2-8, while Al is just 2-5.  Won't mention TR.   

Stellar analysis: C's need to make shots
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:04:48 PM
This switch is not working
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:04:49 PM
Terry is having a nightmare game
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:05:02 PM
i'm so much more stressed when the celtics are good rather than when they're poop
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:05:09 PM
Terry is killing us

He is stinking it up!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:05:18 PM
TAKE CARE OF THE EFFING BALL! Play SMART basketball!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:05:25 PM
That last bucket by JB was Kobe-esque. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:05:27 PM
BUTTERFINGERS ARE BAAAAAAAAAACK

blowing chances
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:05:33 PM
Terry is killing us

He is stinking it up!
he's playing like george costanza
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:05:40 PM
Turnovers and empty possessions
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kozlodoev on May 23, 2018, 10:05:43 PM
So last time it was can't make a layup, today it's going to be can't dribble the ball?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:05:45 PM
Come on Terry. You're missing completely wide open shots.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:06:01 PM
Rozier looking pedestrian tonight-ugh
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:06:02 PM
Terry just cannot buy a bucket even if the rim was 10 feet wide
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:06:18 PM
i'm so much more stressed when the celtics are good rather than when they're poop

games like this against lebron are stressful because i have seen him wipe out huge leads quickly

which is hy we need a blowout
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:06:19 PM
cmon guys stop it with the sloppy play.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:06:23 PM
BAYNES

the block!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:06:54 PM
We need JR Smith to play the rest of the game without rest
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:07:05 PM
LeBron is expending a lot of energy already.  He might not have much left in the tank by the 4th.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:07:07 PM
CALL THE [dang] FOUL ON SMITH!!  JESUS MAUER YOU LOOKED RIGHT AT IT!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:07:08 PM
This cannot be the game that James leads a big comeback

Come on Boston
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:07:15 PM
Brown needs to pull the ball out and let the offense set sometimes. He can't expect a foul every time he goes 1 on 2
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 10:07:27 PM
Yes Jaylen, drive to the cup.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:07:35 PM
JT baby!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: greece66 on May 23, 2018, 10:07:38 PM
So last time it was can't make a layup, today it's going to be can't dribble the ball?

today is we beat their ass
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:07:47 PM
That's what we want Jay Tay!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:07:48 PM
Tatum is insanely good
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:07:50 PM
There you go Terry!  Nice steal and dish to Tatum.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:07:52 PM
Smith cannot guard Tatum at all
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:07:53 PM
VET ROOK FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

CARDIAC KIDS ARE BACK!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:07:56 PM
Lebron really huffing a lot coming back down.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 10:07:59 PM
C's basically have to be tackled going to the hoop before the refs will call a foul on Cleveland.  p---ing me off
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 10:08:01 PM
Hey Now Rookie!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:08:09 PM
Tatum is money and we needed that badly. Punish them for every turnover
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 10:08:12 PM
I'm glad Tatum is staying aggressive.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:08:17 PM
The parquet floor is very friendly to Tatum this entire season

He's money from 3 at home
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:08:30 PM
TATUM!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:08:37 PM
This cannot be the game that James leads a big comeback

Come on Boston

i know i know.  we must step on gas and finish this game
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:08:38 PM
Terry would miss Green Monster if he was two feet in front of it- he needs to find his way
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:08:47 PM
Smith cannot guard Tatum at all

Smith can't guard Tatum nor Brown.  Where do they hide him?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:08:48 PM
Nice.  Almost smashed the TV when ball got tipped over JB on the FT board.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:08:52 PM
Lebron really huffing a lot coming back down.

Is he coming back or just playing the one side of the court?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:09:05 PM
TATUM!!

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:09:09 PM
Lebron really huffing a lot coming back down.

Yep, doing lots of resting on D and many times not even running back.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:09:09 PM
We need to trade Terry for a Marcus Morris type of big and don't look back
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:09:13 PM
C's basically have to be tackled going to the hoop before the refs will call a foul on Cleveland.  p---ing me off

It's okay. The refs make up for allowing all that contact by allowing none at the other end
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:09:18 PM
Nice.  Almost smashed the TV when ball got tipped over JB on the FT board.

SAME. I was like OMG WHAT THE HELL!!?!  >:(  :laugh:
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:09:21 PM
Great to have. a 20 year old Superstar!!! Tatum- Ice in Veins!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:09:31 PM
Gotta maintain a nice lead going into the 4th
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:09:48 PM
That's actually huge. They had all the momentum but we held our own.

Now come out of this break and play smarter.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 10:09:53 PM
Lebron really huffing a lot coming back down.
I agree with all the comments about trying to wear down James.  This is his one weakness as he gets older.  He can’t be all things to the Cavs on O and D and playing PG.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:10:04 PM
Smart quick TO by Lue.  Deosn't want the C's going on a run.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:10:05 PM
This cannot be the game that James leads a big comeback

Come on Boston

i know i know.  we must step on gas and finish this game

we have seen it so many times. we know we need a big lead to make them quit if not we are playing with fire
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:10:29 PM
Gotta maintain a nice lead going into the 4th

get huge lead and MAINTAIN

BREAK THEIR WILL
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:10:49 PM
Lebron actually looks exhausted, which is good. We're actually making him work for everything unlike the last two games.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Chief on May 23, 2018, 10:11:14 PM
Baynes is a great defender.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:11:31 PM
Our young legs need to push the advantages in transition if we get it.  If it isn't there, don't bail the Cavs def out with quick shots, make them play def, set hard picks, keep moving on offense.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:11:49 PM
LeBum definitely looks fatigued
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:11:52 PM
Lebron actually looks exhausted, which is good. We're actually making him work for everything unlike the last two games.

Even better, there's no more long stretches of rest this series
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:12:01 PM
Glad to see Tatum taking those types of threes more frequently. He's a good enough shooter that he should be taking those more often.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:12:01 PM
BROWN JUST ATTACKED JAMES! YES YES YES!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:12:10 PM
For all his great passing ability LeBron has been really turnover prone lately.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 10:12:14 PM
LeBron is expending a lot of energy already.  He might not have much left in the tank by the 4th.

Really? He doesn't even look like he's trying out there, to me.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:12:18 PM
JAYLEN!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:12:36 PM
Lebron really huffing a lot coming back down.

Yep, doing lots of resting on D and many times not even running back.

He's using Vivek Ranadive's strategy of 4 on 5 defense.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:12:45 PM
Beyond being tired, James is looking a bit defeated. Might be realizing that his Finals streak is about over. Hopefully he packs it in the rest of the way like in 2010.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:13:03 PM
JR Smith is our 6th player on the court
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 23, 2018, 10:13:13 PM
Cripes you guys, I just watched this thread and saw screams about rozier and butterfingers and thought Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline., cleveland is making run.

I checked the score and the Cavs has scored a total of FOUR POINTS.

sometimes you guys are too much. ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:13:38 PM
Vet-Rook shining
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:13:39 PM
TATUM!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:13:40 PM
Smith just decked Al...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:13:48 PM
Tatum amazes me
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 10:13:50 PM
talk about full apologist -- Jackson making excuses for Bron looking tired -- he must be hurt.  jackass. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:13:54 PM
Tatum on FIRE
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:13:58 PM
TATUM IS ICE!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:14:22 PM
Mark Jackson is such a clown.  MJ played with the flu, Bird played with a lethal back injury, and you're talking about Lebron being TIRED?  REALLY?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:14:30 PM
Imagine the look on 76er fans as Tatum shoots over lebron money shots, and Fultz is sitting at home eating chikfila playing 2 minutes in the playoffs
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:14:41 PM
Tatum on FIRE

I posted Ice just as you posted fire!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:14:44 PM
Cripes you guys, I just watched this thread and saw screams about rozier and butterfingers and thought ****, cleveland is making run.

I checked the score and the Cavs has scored a total of FOUR POINTS.

sometimes you guys are too much. ::)

 I won’t be comfortable until we have a lead of 20+
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:14:57 PM
TATUM

is butta!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:14:59 PM
Get Rozier out of there
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: RGow8 on May 23, 2018, 10:15:03 PM
Early Brown sub again just like the first.Obv will get his minutes but don't like it as Brown seems to be just getting in a groove.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:15:09 PM
Tatum got caught with the pushoff there....he seems to get away with it most of the time.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:15:16 PM
How did they not come away with 2 there.  Please. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:15:18 PM
That was lame
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:15:20 PM
It must be divine intervention, because apparently the refs go blind every time that Thompson sets a screen.  ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:15:25 PM
3 missed layups in a row.  Are you kidding me?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: esel1000 on May 23, 2018, 10:15:31 PM
Can Rozier be worse right now?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:15:41 PM
 Must be mental from Terry you cannot miss this much I think his confidence is shot from having LeBum post him up for 3 games in a row
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 10:15:43 PM
Rozier has been horrible. Horford missing layups like usual. Baynes with his negative vertical, also like usual.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:15:44 PM
Cripes you guys, I just watched this thread and saw screams about rozier and butterfingers and thought ****, cleveland is making run.

I checked the score and the Cavs has scored a total of FOUR POINTS.

sometimes you guys are too much. ::)

PERFORMANCE  PERFORMNACE PERFORMANCE

stop looking at just results

perofrmnace tells the tale
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 10:15:45 PM
We'd be up 25 if we could hit an easy layup.  Come on, guys. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:15:46 PM
Too many missed chances at the rim

Game should be long over and it is under 10
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:15:56 PM
SMH REALLY!?!?!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:16:18 PM
Can Rozier be worse right now?

I hope not.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:16:32 PM
back to resorting to bad threes  we just canat help it!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:16:36 PM
God Rozier missing easy one’s
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 10:16:48 PM
Tp tar
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:16:55 PM
pump fake BAYNES!!!!

*sippin*
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:17:00 PM
Lebron front rimming a ft is him being tired.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:17:04 PM
SMAHHHTTTTT!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:17:05 PM
Mahhhkus Smahhhht
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:17:06 PM
Smart making 3s

This might be a blowout
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:17:08 PM
Lol Smart.  I'll take it!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:17:09 PM
Haha a Smartian 3
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:17:32 PM
NO SMART, YES!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:17:52 PM
MORRIS!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:18:11 PM
I really hate Lebron James
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 10:18:13 PM
No foul call on that elbow to Morris's head?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:18:18 PM
Lol love the disparity in what constitutes a foul on our end versus the other  ::)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:18:20 PM
GOOD GOD ALMIGHTY

CARDIAC KIDS

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:18:25 PM
I really hate Lebron James

Me too....
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:18:49 PM
u guys like wayyyy ahead of me

^sippin^
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:19:10 PM
GET TO HOOP AND GET IN BONUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:19:19 PM
Smith with his tricks again
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:19:28 PM
I really hate Lebron James

Me too....

ME THREE
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:19:34 PM
This fool actually gets paid 15 million a year
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:19:44 PM
What does JR Smith do for a living?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:19:50 PM
JR Smith is a lady dog. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:19:58 PM
JR Smith is not a smart player.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:20:10 PM
What does JR Smith do for a living?

Gets paid
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:20:36 PM
u guys like wayyyy ahead of me

^sippin^

It's all that *sippin* mayne!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:20:40 PM
work lebron

might werk for me
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:20:47 PM
What does JR Smith do for a living?

Gets paid

lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 10:20:47 PM
JR Smith 2 points and 4 fouls....gotta keep this guy in this game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:20:49 PM
Nice aggression from Al this game.  Showing more moves in the post than usual.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:20:53 PM
SCREW IT JUST KEEP GOING TO RIM

DRAW FOULS
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:21:11 PM
No foul call on that elbow to Morris's head?

Nah, they're saving the whistles for when people.look at Lebron
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:21:22 PM
Man, the Celtics are just wasting opportunities left and right ever since those technicals in the second quarter.

If someone had told me the halftime score, or the score right now, without me knowing anything that had happened, I would've been happy. Unfortunately, I saw everything, which included some good stuff, but also like a thousand missed opportunities—missed layups, some bad turnovers. I felt like they should've been up at least 20 at the half, and at least that much now.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:21:30 PM
this lead is nothing PUSH IT TO 20!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:21:32 PM
Thompson doesn't even try to make it look like a play on the ball

Just pushes on to horfords back
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:21:53 PM
JAYSON FREAKING TATUM!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:21:53 PM
Jay tay with more points than his age
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:21:55 PM
Tatum is phenomenal
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:21:56 PM
I love how aggressive Horford is attacking in the post ups tonight.  Keep it up big guy, keep getting fouls on TT, take it to him.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:22:21 PM
That's a playoff rondo play that Tatum did
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:22:35 PM
Come on Jaylen you cannot let a hack like Jeff Green back you down like that
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:22:38 PM
u guys like wayyyy ahead of me

^sippin^


no


3:27

game clock now

It's all that *sippin* mayne!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 23, 2018, 10:22:46 PM
SCREW IT JUST KEEP GOING TO RIM

DRAW FOULS
Words of wisdom.  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:22:56 PM
That's a playoff rondo play that Tatum did

Playoff Tatum is a thing!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:23:11 PM
Ainge is mad  :laugh:
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:23:13 PM
HOW IS THAT NOT A FOUL FOR JAYLEN!?!? 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:23:24 PM
Lol Ainge.  "That's a foul!"
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:23:26 PM
DA IS  p---ED AT REFS!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Eja117 on May 23, 2018, 10:23:34 PM
I don't think I've ever seen Ainge do that as a GM
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 10:23:38 PM
HOW IS THAT NOT A FOUL FOR JAYLEN!?!?

Yeah.  That was two shots.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 10:23:42 PM
Jaylen is playing good defense tonight, but he doesn't have any explosion on offense.  Wonder if the physical play is taking it out of his legs some.  He's young, but that adds up on anybody.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:23:49 PM
Last time ainge was mad at a play like that , we beat the 76ers and the bucks
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:23:52 PM
SCREW IT JUST KEEP GOING TO RIM

DRAW FOULS
Words of wisdom.  ;D

 ;)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: sirnastee on May 23, 2018, 10:24:03 PM
is jaylen tired or hurt?  he seems kinda off all game, even when hes walking.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Erik on May 23, 2018, 10:24:03 PM
“Smart has limited offensive capability.”
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:24:07 PM
DA IS  p---ED AT REFS!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

Refs are wearing dirty underwear tonight!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:24:08 PM
great play by Smart with the dish.  Our def is playing tough.  Keep attacking guys!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:24:14 PM
u guys like wayyyy ahead of me

^sippin^


no


3:27

game clock now

It's all that *sippin* mayne!


maybe your right

*sippin*

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:24:18 PM
Is it just me, or did that quarter go by quick? Only 2 minutes left?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:24:18 PM
I don't think I've ever seen Ainge do that as a GM

he was hot!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 10:24:19 PM
That's a foul SMH. It becomes Cavs ball how predictable.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:24:37 PM
Man, some of the calls have been atrocious. That jump ball with Baynes was ridiculous, same with that call against Brown.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticD on May 23, 2018, 10:24:40 PM
HOW IS THAT NOT A FOUL FOR JAYLEN!?!?

I think because his handles are so questionable, refs are giving his defenders the benefit of the doubt. Looked like a clean strip to me in real time, but Brown looks too reckless on drives sometimes.

This is why James doesn't get travels called on him. He always looks like he's in control, so when he's off, refs give him the benefit of the doubt.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:24:43 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:24:51 PM
Jaylen should have been able to turn that into something positive. Still struggles with the handle -- but definitely improved.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:25:10 PM
Lol Ainge.  "That's a foul!"
he's right
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 23, 2018, 10:25:13 PM
LeBron tired?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:25:21 PM
Jay tay with more points than his age

would be pretty impressive if he wasn’t barely 20 lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:25:22 PM
I've seen Lebron hit that shot many times.

This one was short. Yes folks, he's fatigued.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:25:23 PM
That's a foul SMH. It becomes Cavs ball how predictable.

we gonna just have to overcome this!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bostonsportsforlife on May 23, 2018, 10:25:24 PM
Tatum with 21 already, crazy that a team that is two wins from the finals is relying on a rookie like this!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 10:25:38 PM
Tatum is the man.  Dude wears Nerf shoes.  Takes Pedia lite when he gets sick.  And is dominating the biggest game of his life, again.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 10:25:51 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now
keep running and wear him out to where he's got no legs in the 4th when he'll need them. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:25:59 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now


I hope so -- because he's going to try to win this on his own in the 4th.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:26:08 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now

He could get breaks on the court when they had Irving, but there's no one to take over control now. He's their entire offense
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:26:15 PM
I've seen Lebron hit that shot many times.

This one was short. Yes folks, he's fatigued.

YUP just told wife that

ATTACK HIM!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:26:27 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now
keep running and wear him out to where he's got no legs in the 4th when he'll need them. 

AMEN!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:26:31 PM
Jay tay with more points than his age

would be pretty impressive if he wasn’t barely 20 lol
true but its the 3rd quarter lol. He's on pace for a lot more
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:26:51 PM
I've seen Lebron hit that shot many times.

This one was short. Yes folks, he's fatigued.

YUP just told wife that

ATTACK HIM!

Obviously he could still keep scoring, but we can keep making him work.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:26:58 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now




I hope so -- because he's going to try to win this on his own in the 4th.




he had a bean burrito before the game
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:27:01 PM
Is it just me, or did that quarter go by quick? Only 2 minutes left?

I would prefer if this game ended in two minutes with this score line  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 23, 2018, 10:27:03 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now
keep running and wear him out to where he's got no legs in the 4th when he'll need them.
Sometimes life is good.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:27:14 PM
Is it just me, or did that quarter go by quick? Only 2 minutes left?

I would prefer if this game ended in two minutes with this score line  ;D

Oh absolutely.  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:27:17 PM
Watching Tatum is a thing of beauty- Smart great as facilitator and energy spark plug
Horford showing toughness with rebounding and D

We need to keep the aggressive D up and keep making queenie run, run and run

Finish this game strong and consistent!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 10:27:21 PM
Tristan Thomson commits more moving screens than any player I've ever seen.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:27:22 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now

He could get breaks on the court when they had Irving, but there's no one to take over control now. He's their entire offense

I don't know, Cleveland's been getting some easy post points.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:27:34 PM
lebron is gassed guys. he is standing in corner now

Run them out of the gym.  Keep pressing in transition.  I know Jaylen is still not a great ball handler, but he needs to keep attacking.  We rack up the fouls on them, and hopefully are shooting free throws.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:28:12 PM
Jesus Christ, Ed Maloy, get off your knees for the Cavs and call a freaking foul for us!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:28:16 PM
How is that not a foul on smart??
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:28:26 PM
WHERES THE FOULS?????????????????????????????
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:28:29 PM
Get 1 more 3 and make it 19 boys
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:28:30 PM
Has there been a traveling call this series? Not many.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:28:34 PM
Jay tay with more points than his age

would be pretty impressive if he wasn’t barely 20 lol
true but its the 3rd quarter lol. He's on pace for a lot more

Yep
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:28:42 PM
These refs must’ve escaped from an institution of the blind
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticsElite on May 23, 2018, 10:28:56 PM
Uncle Jeff helping the Celtics!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:29:02 PM
Come on C's  -- finish thei qquarter!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:29:04 PM
WHERES THE FOULS?????????????????????????????

Looks like Mark Jackson ate them all!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:29:08 PM
we're so good when we are allowed to play defenseS
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:29:11 PM
I'm so glad we got rid of Jeff Green.  One of my least favorite Celtics of all time.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 23, 2018, 10:29:11 PM
Tristan Thomson commits more moving screens than any player I've ever seen.
You haven’t watched horford much then.  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:29:14 PM
Bron is tired finish them off
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 10:29:21 PM
Capitalize this while LBJ is resting.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:29:34 PM
WHERES THE FOULS?????????????????????????????

Looks like Mark Jackson ate them all!
hand down man down
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:29:48 PM
we cant buy a foul
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:29:53 PM
Great quarter, let’s finish strong!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:30:03 PM
Time to say a prayer of thanks to the Almighty for the fact that Jeff Green and JR Smith play for the  Cavs
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 10:30:15 PM
Funny how Tyronn Lue is trying to coach.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:30:18 PM
Celtics should win this one if they stay aggressive
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:30:21 PM
we cant buy a foul

Brown certainly can't, WOW>
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:30:25 PM
thanks Jeff
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 23, 2018, 10:30:37 PM
Again LeBron is on the bench and we don’t take advantage
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 10:30:38 PM
Why not give it to tatum??

Celts shouls be up 20 ...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 10:30:39 PM
Not sure what’s up with Jaylen Brown. Looks like hero ball
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:30:43 PM
We can't keep attacking them and expect to get the foul calls. The refs are letting the Cavs do anything in there right now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 10:30:44 PM
Wow, we botch so many scoring chances. And yet we have a good lead.

It's going to be exciting watch this team grow.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 10:30:44 PM
Frustrating end to the quarter.  We had a chance to put the game away but had some bad offensive possessions.  Even the good looks (like the Morris drive on Love) resulted in misses. 

I like the defense, but we need to hit shots too.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 23, 2018, 10:30:50 PM
Cleveland with only 60 points after three quarters. I love this Celtics team.

Now come out in the fourth and crush these sacks of Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline..
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:30:51 PM
If the refs weren't ordered to help Lebron this is already a 30 point game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:30:54 PM
Brutal finish to that quarter by both teams.  Hope C's have the energy to close this out.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 10:30:57 PM
Not a fan of not getting the lead to 20 despite multiple chances with LeBron on the bench. But as long as they don't choke massively, they should be fine.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:30:59 PM
dont stop going to rim. fouls MUST BE CALLED!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 10:31:01 PM
Again LeBron is on the bench and we don’t take advantage

Seriously

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:31:13 PM
Jaylen looking gassed as well right now.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:31:14 PM
Ugh we should have had 4 FTA in the final minute.

Oh well, we extended the lead by 5! Got to start this quarter strong.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crimcartel on May 23, 2018, 10:31:26 PM
Brown needs to ad about 10lbs of muscle in midsection and legs.. gets knocked off his balance alot.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: makaveli on May 23, 2018, 10:31:31 PM
They look like they are resting for game 6 the cavs are, lets help them out.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 23, 2018, 10:31:39 PM
Only 60 points given up to the Cavs after 3 quarters.  This is the kind of D that wins playoff games.

I'm loving the intensity of the C's in game 5.  They are much more dialed in!

I like seeing Lebron's 'what the hell more i gotta do' face at the end of the 3rd quarter haha
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:31:44 PM
lead shoulda been 20 plus for awhile now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hwangjini_1 on May 23, 2018, 10:31:46 PM
Frustrating end to the quarter.  We had a chance to put the game away but had some bad offensive possessions.  Even the good looks (like the Morris drive on Love) resulted in misses. 

I like the defense, but we need to hit shots too.
Just imagine this team with Hayward and Irving. Wow wow wow.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 10:31:50 PM
Honestly feel like the refs are calling a good game.  I appear to be alone here in that assessment though.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:31:59 PM
dont stop going to rim. fouls MUST BE CALLED!

You'd think...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:31:59 PM
If the refs weren't ordered to help Lebron this is already a 30 point game.

refs have been terrible
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 10:32:12 PM
Jaylen looking gassed as well right now.

Somehow, inexplicably, Korver has Jaylen's number on defense. He manages to shut him down.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:32:12 PM
Jaylen looking gassed as well right now.

Dude has a sore hammy
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 10:32:13 PM
WHERES THE FOULS?????????????????????????????

In Scott Foster's bookie's ledger somewhere.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:32:27 PM
Not a fan of not getting the lead to 20 despite multiple chances with LeBron on the bench. But as long as they don't choke massively, they should be fine.


Yes.  What a chance.   Fortunately the Cavs couldn't put anything on the board in that stretch either.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:32:28 PM
We could have added 8 to lead if not so sloppy at end

Look on Lebron’s face priceless right after Green turned ball over out of bounds

12 minutes of toughness—-Step in the gas at start and gas that Lebron
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 10:32:29 PM
Honestly feel like the refs are calling a good game.  I appear to be alone here in that assessment though.

I agree so far.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:32:33 PM
Frustrating end to the quarter.  We had a chance to put the game away but had some bad offensive possessions.  Even the good looks (like the Morris drive on Love) resulted in misses. 

I like the defense, but we need to hit shots too.
Just imagine this team with Hayward and Irving. Wow wow wow.

Cavs are getting away with a ton of contact....
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 10:32:49 PM
This is it! Come out strong to open the 4th and this will be over.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:33:11 PM
Time to say a prayer of thanks to the Almighty for the fact that Jeff Green and JR Smith play for the  Cavs

Every day I'm thankful that this team no longer has "Jeff Green finally making the leap" as out biggest hope for the future
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:33:16 PM
Frustrating end to the quarter.  We had a chance to put the game away but had some bad offensive possessions.  Even the good looks (like the Morris drive on Love) resulted in misses. 

I like the defense, but we need to hit shots too.
Just imagine this team with Hayward and Irving. Wow wow wow.

and theis and larkin! LOL
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 10:33:22 PM
Celtics 11-23 from three
Cavs 6-24

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 10:33:25 PM
So what's with JR Smith's obsession of pushing people in the back?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:33:42 PM
One more run should do it. Maybe then Lebron decides to sit the entire quarter!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:33:48 PM
BAYNES!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:33:50 PM
Run run run run run
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:34:09 PM
Honestly feel like the refs are calling a good game.  I appear to be alone here in that assessment though.

I agree so far.

Agreed.  No major complaints.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:34:14 PM
BAYNES!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:34:19 PM
Nance looks like he's gonna cry
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:34:33 PM
LETS GET IN THE BONUS ASAP!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:34:56 PM
MAH-CUS SMAAAAAAAHT!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:34:59 PM
One more run should do it. Maybe then Lebron decides to sit the entire quarter!  :laugh:

I would almost, and I mean almsot rather it stay in low teens and him out there all quarter long- two nights til next game—Actually, give me 20pt lead!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:35:02 PM
SMAHT
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 10:35:02 PM
LOL they almost didn't call that offenisive foul SMH
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Eja117 on May 23, 2018, 10:35:12 PM
How did Uncle Phil come back from the dead and get tickets to sit right behind the Cavs bench?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:35:14 PM
Thanks MR Smart
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:35:17 PM
GET IT OVER 20!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:35:36 PM
I don't know why Smart doesn't shoot more threes.   ;)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:35:37 PM
Why can’t we play like this away from home?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:35:47 PM
Cavs looking to game 6...they have all but conceded this one
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:35:58 PM
I don't know why Smart doesn't shoot more threes.   ;)

neither does he...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 10:36:03 PM
Smart shows up when needed ...as usual.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:36:10 PM
SMARTACUS!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:36:20 PM
Cavs are done

Game six is ripe for the picking
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:36:21 PM
ATTACK THUG SMITH!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 10:36:31 PM
Now that the Cavs may lose this game, here comes the gratuitous praise of the ‘young Celtics’. Makes me puke.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:36:33 PM
Why can’t we play like this away from home?

I know why but I won’t tell you
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:36:35 PM
Smart with the knack of hitting the dagger. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:36:44 PM
Nice boxout on Nance from Smart.  He's played really well after a horrendous game 4.

One thing that Brown doesn't lack is aggression and confidence no matter how many shots he misses.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 10:36:54 PM
[dang]!! Our best defender just got a knee injury! JR!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:36:59 PM
nice rebound Smart!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:37:00 PM
Was that an awful toss by the ref on the jump ball -- or did I not see it correctly
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:37:01 PM
The JR chant is back :D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 10:37:09 PM
Has James "tapped out"...?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:37:20 PM
NOOOOO JR DON'T BE HURT!!!

 :laugh:
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:37:22 PM
21 point kead PUSH IT to 25!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:37:49 PM
It’s infuriating to see Korver make that shot over and over again
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:38:13 PM
Great block out by Smart to keep Nance off the board.  Hits JB in stride for the near perfect Euro step layup that nearly went down for another dagger. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:38:24 PM
OK Smart, time to stop launching early 3's.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CelticD on May 23, 2018, 10:38:25 PM
Need some better offensive possessions...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:38:25 PM
Terry Rozier needs to make a shot here.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:38:30 PM
I don't know why Smart doesn't shoot more threes.   ;)

I was just joking, Marcus.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 10:38:31 PM
Tatum is the man.  Dude wears Nerf shoes.  Takes Pedia lite when he gets sick.  And is dominating the biggest game of his life, again.

Between dat pass ;) ;D in the first half and dat bail out shot against Thompson as the shot clock expired, Tatum's got me like -

(https://media1.tenor.com/images/ce45539370097c5db8e33a4c44cef3f5/tenor.gif?itemid=5615637)

;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:38:35 PM
SIT SMART NOW!

HEY MARCUS JUST BECAUSE YOU MADE A COUPLE THRES DOES NOT MEAN KEEP SHOOTING THEM
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:38:43 PM
Marcus please stop
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 23, 2018, 10:38:46 PM
Marcus just doesn't know when to stop.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 10:38:51 PM
Just woke up. The Celtics are back!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:38:58 PM
uh-oh, Smart in "I made a couple so I'm Ray Allen" mode

Stop with the heat checks please marcus.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:39:04 PM
I guess we're just going to have Smart and Rozier chuck threes the rest of the game??
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:39:08 PM
Shooting the Cavs right back in the game
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:39:10 PM
It’s infuriating to see Korver make that shot over and over again

Yup. It really shouldn't be possible.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:39:18 PM
Cmon Marcus Smart, you make one nice 3, don't need to brick 2 more.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:39:29 PM
GO TO FRICKIMNG RIM!

HOW HARD IS IT???

WHY ARE WE FORCING THREES FROM LOW OPERECBTAGE SHOOTERS?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:39:36 PM
The double standard is unreal
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 23, 2018, 10:39:38 PM
Smart actually has perfect form on his jumper and puts a nice soft spin up there - just doesn't go in enough.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:39:48 PM
Cmon Marcus Smart, you make one nice 3, don't need to brick 2 more.

HE IS STUCK ON STUPID AND KEEPS THE CAVS IN THIS GAME
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:40:03 PM
my boy Baynes got swag
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 10:40:04 PM
Gotta stay aggressive here, suddenly we're too passive
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:40:09 PM
Let's go Al -- finish them
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:40:14 PM
goerge is getting upset!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:40:22 PM
go to rim get in bonus ASAP
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:40:29 PM
WHERE is tatum?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 10:40:29 PM
That is why I cannot stand Marcus Smart shooting 3's.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:40:30 PM
I guess we're just going to have Smart and Rozier chuck threes the rest of the game??

Seems like a good idea, what with Rozier being 1 for 10.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:40:34 PM
what are we doing shooting long threes? WTH
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 10:40:35 PM
This is how you lose big leads:  3 3-pt misses in a row instead of staying aggressive and driving to the cup.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:40:39 PM
GO TO FRICKIMNG RIM!

HOW HARD IS IT???

WHY ARE WE FORCING THREES FROM LOW OPERECBTAGE SHOOTERS?

When we go to the rim, we get hammered and no call. It's not working either

Get some scores on some mid range jumpers
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 10:40:46 PM
Box looks like it's really not Rozier's night.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:40:53 PM
Rozier can’t hit anything
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:41:06 PM
CALL THE FOUL!!!  LEBRON UNDERCUT TATUM IN THE [dang] LANE!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:41:12 PM
TWO MISSED LAYUPS IN A ROW


UNREAL CALL A [dang] TIMEOUT!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:41:20 PM
Are we trying to lose the game?  Jesus.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 10:41:29 PM
Wow, this is some pathetic choking
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:41:30 PM
and here come the Cavs off Marcus going into Ray Allen mode and missed layups.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 23, 2018, 10:41:30 PM
Geez come on!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:41:34 PM
My god this cannot happen
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 23, 2018, 10:41:36 PM
Brad...layup drills please
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:41:38 PM
LAY UP DRILLS AFTER GAME
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: j804 on May 23, 2018, 10:41:41 PM
OMG I’m legit scared what the hell is going on
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:41:42 PM
What an absolutely frustrating sequence.  2 missed lay-ups and a Cavs 3.  And now it's a game.

Son of a
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: trickybilly on May 23, 2018, 10:41:43 PM
What are we doing to prevent those Rozier onto LeBron switches? Can we do more of that next game?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:41:57 PM
cmon guys FINISH THESE SHOTS
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 10:41:58 PM
Are we trying to set a record for missed layups in a playoff series???
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:42:01 PM
Good Lord, Rozier... What a terrible night.

Brad has to have better control of this offense. 9 straight Cavs points to cut this back to 12. Settle them down and run some plays to get some good looks rather than jacked up early shot clock threes.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 10:42:01 PM
I don't know when this team will have time for another practice, but they need to spend the entire thing shooting layups.  This game should be over.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:42:04 PM
Let’s go to big Al in the post. We need to stop this run missed some bunnies at the hoop again
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:42:05 PM
GO TO FRICKIMNG RIM!

HOW HARD IS IT???

WHY ARE WE FORCING THREES FROM LOW OPERECBTAGE SHOOTERS?

When we go to the rim, we get hammered and no call. It's not working either

Get some scores on some mid range jumpers

or you know, finish a layup.

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 23, 2018, 10:42:07 PM
Bad
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:42:13 PM
Brad...layup drills please

lol took the words right out my hand
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:42:17 PM
SMH ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:42:18 PM
Nice work, Boston. Getting owned by Jeff Green, and can't make layups to save their lives.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:42:21 PM
Back to back misses at the rim.   >:(
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 10:42:33 PM
Looks like it's the Celtics' turn to blow a 21 point lead in the 4th quarter, eh Warriors.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:42:34 PM
Good Lord, Rozier... What a terrible night.

Brad has to have better control of this offense. 9 straight Cavs points to cut this back to 12. Settle them down and run some plays to get some good looks rather than jacked up early shot clock threes.

Can Rozier not dunk?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 10:42:34 PM
got to make those freaking bunnies C's.  giving the Cavs too much life here.  I just don't get this soft around the hoop mentality.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:42:34 PM
and here come the Cavs off Marcus going into Ray Allen mode and missed layups.

it is so predictable. not the missed layupos but smart wanting to be a hero now instead of playing role
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 23, 2018, 10:42:43 PM
Be sure during those drills to have somebody hack their arm off while they practice layups
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 10:42:44 PM
The crowd needs to get louder and fire this team up.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: RJ87 on May 23, 2018, 10:42:51 PM
and here come the Cavs off Marcus going into Ray Allen mode and missed layups.

Can't call it Ray Allen mode if he bricks both
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: makaveli on May 23, 2018, 10:43:07 PM
A nine point swing right there. Common guys!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:43:10 PM
GO TO FRICKIMNG RIM!

HOW HARD IS IT???

WHY ARE WE FORCING THREES FROM LOW OPERECBTAGE SHOOTERS?

When we go to the rim, we get hammered and no call. It's not working either

Get some scores on some mid range jumpers

or you know, finish a layup.



DING DING DING!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:43:11 PM
What are we doing to prevent those Rozier onto LeBron switches? Can we do more of that next game?

Hope Lebron is as disinterested and lazy as he has been since the 2nd quarter?

That's been the difference there. He';s been willing to settle.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:43:14 PM
Stop the bleeding.  Need points.  Let's go C's.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:43:19 PM
Rozier doesn't need to be playing right now. He's killing us offensively by simply being incapable of putting the ball in the hole, and he gives the Cavs the mismatch they want. Finish the rest of the game with Smart, Brown, Tatum, Morris/Baynes, and Horford.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:43:22 PM
Our guys look a bit gassed too.  Jaylen hasn't had the lift to his drives, rozier just can't finish.  Gotta push through it and get this W.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 23, 2018, 10:43:23 PM
Anytime now Rozier !
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:43:25 PM
Are we trying to set a record for missed layups in a playoff series???

I think they already had that record by, like, game 3. They could seriously be ahead 30 right now, instead they're on the verge of blowing it.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:43:30 PM
GO TO FRICKIMNG RIM!

HOW HARD IS IT???

WHY ARE WE FORCING THREES FROM LOW OPERECBTAGE SHOOTERS?

When we go to the rim, we get hammered and no call. It's not working either

Get some scores on some mid range jumpers

or you know, finish a layup.

Woah woah woah, let's try something easy before we move on to advanced stuff like that
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:43:42 PM
Unreal- Smart with those horrible chucks followed by Rozier and then Rozier missing another layup- almost looks like we stepped into time machine amd think we are back in Cleveland- this is unacceptable-
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:43:50 PM
8 minutes makes or breaks this series

Get it done
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 23, 2018, 10:43:55 PM
Our guys look a bit gassed too.  Jaylen hasn't had the lift to his drives, rozier just can't finish.  Gotta push through it and get this W.
Only 7 players . Semi didn’t play.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 10:44:04 PM
If we don’t settle down and make some shots some spinchter muscles are about to get real tight with LeBron out there.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:44:11 PM
This is it. They made their run. Time to make ours!  8)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 10:44:32 PM
Everyone trying to hit home runs.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: LarBrd33 on May 23, 2018, 10:44:35 PM
“death by Jeff green” has been a recurring nightmare of mine.  Please don’t let that be a narrative.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:44:39 PM
and here come the Cavs off Marcus going into Ray Allen mode and missed layups.

Can't call it Ray Allen mode if he bricks both

Apologies if it's unclear, that's a dig at Marcus thinking he can shoot like Ray
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:44:40 PM
I think Brad shortened his rotation too much. Semi and Yabu should've both gotten minutes...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: lrybrd on May 23, 2018, 10:44:48 PM
I hate when Smart goes into free lance mode when we have a lead and starts chucking 3s.  As much as he helps us in tight hands down the stretch, he’s usually the guy who puts us in the dire situation with his decision making.  A man needs to know his limitations.  If he was just accept that he is not a good shooter and focus on impacting the game on other areas, he’d be so more valuable to this team. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:44:56 PM
need horford now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: keevsnick on May 23, 2018, 10:44:58 PM
Its gonna be scary hw good Tatum is when he can actually finish a lay up. He's missed like three in this game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:45:17 PM
I'M SCARED.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:45:28 PM
Our guys look a bit gassed too.  Jaylen hasn't had the lift to his drives, rozier just can't finish.  Gotta push through it and get this W.
Only 7 players . Semi didn’t play.

I know, brad tightened up the rotation, but we gotta gut it out.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: keevsnick on May 23, 2018, 10:45:47 PM
I think Brad shortened his rotation too much. Semi and Yabu should've both gotten minutes...

I  would rather have any of the guys we are playing dead tired then play Yabu even a single playoff minute. He is just not ready.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:45:48 PM
My God, guys, STOP CHUCKING THREES!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:45:58 PM
Go inside
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:46:00 PM
thank god the Cav's are bricking these open 3's
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 10:46:11 PM
They're still in control. No need to panic.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 10:46:14 PM
Horford telling them all to slow it down.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:46:24 PM
CALL THE FOUL FOR AL!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:46:24 PM
JUST p--- IT ALL AWAY
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:46:26 PM
What in the freaking F are you doing, guys? Are you literally trying to throw this game??
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:46:26 PM
We are in trouble
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: keevsnick on May 23, 2018, 10:46:29 PM
Our guys look a bit gassed too.  Jaylen hasn't had the lift to his drives, rozier just can't finish.  Gotta push through it and get this W.
Only 7 players . Semi didn’t play.

I know, brad tightened up the rotation, but we gotta gut it out.

Having Irving and Hayward would be super useful if for no other reason then we would have more than 7 dependable bodies.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:46:34 PM
Our offense went straight into the gutter.  Come on.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 23, 2018, 10:46:46 PM
Someone want the ball!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:46:55 PM
If THAT'S a travel then Lebron has no career.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:47:01 PM
It’s a good thing Cleveland are bricking open shots
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:47:04 PM
every cavs miss we cannot answer

pure suicide
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:47:05 PM
sloppy ball
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:47:08 PM
we are desperately trying to lose this game at them moment.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:47:10 PM
WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE GUYS??? Dumb, dumb plays!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:47:12 PM
This is terribly scary
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:47:16 PM
Has Ed Malloy even made one call that wasn't disadvantaging Boston?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:47:20 PM
Halllelujah
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 10:47:23 PM
Nice Al!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:47:26 PM
cmon Al recognize the double and move the ball!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:47:29 PM
We actually made a dunk!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 10:47:31 PM
where's the freaking foul for Al getting bodied over?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:47:31 PM
Finally
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 10:47:32 PM
About time!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:47:44 PM
Let’s go!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:47:57 PM
Nice sequence there.  Feel a lot better. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 23, 2018, 10:47:59 PM
There ya go!  Put foot on throat!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 10:47:59 PM
god I hate being about 2-4 plays behind on this stream!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:48:05 PM
lebron not only one tired- we look gassed
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:48:06 PM
We needed that from Al!!! Queen LeBum is out on his feet time for the knockout punch
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:48:10 PM
BIG AL!

please, for the love of god, get to the rim and make the ref's make a call. Stop with the 3's
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:48:18 PM
I LOVE THIS TEAM


I LOVE ALL OF YOU

I'M PRETTY HIGH RIGHT NOW!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 23, 2018, 10:48:19 PM
Stevens needs to chew on the refs hard - Danny yells at them more from his 2nd row seat than Brad Boy - we are getting hacked to death.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 10:48:25 PM
Christ these dudes are morons. Oh lawd ::).
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BASS_THUMPER on May 23, 2018, 10:48:27 PM
god I hate being about 2-4 plays behind on this stream!!!


right?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:48:31 PM
cmon Al recognize the double and move the ball!!!

Other guys need to recognize it, too, and move so that he has an outlet

But at some point he just needs to shoot the ball
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:48:33 PM
BIG AL!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bello_man09 on May 23, 2018, 10:48:34 PM
Nice pass by Terry!!!! we just need to weather the storm...dont force it.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Chief on May 23, 2018, 10:48:35 PM
Thank goodness!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 10:48:37 PM
How to Blow a 21 point 4th quarter lead.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 10:48:40 PM
We seriously need just 6-8 more points and they can’t catch up.  That’s it, nothing more.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:48:45 PM
WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE GUYS??? Dumb, dumb plays!

young and dumb

stuck on stupid for long strecthes.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:48:55 PM
Big Al just stepped on pedal!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 10:49:04 PM
7 is pretty shallow. You can do it C's!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:49:04 PM
It seems a lot of guys have tired legs right now.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:49:08 PM
Christ these dudes are morons. Oh lawd ::).

yup
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:49:09 PM
That was one frightening stretch of basketball.  Feeling very fortunate to come out of it 2-0.

Someone please make a couple of shots. 

Clock is not moving.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:49:16 PM
Horrible series of 3 straight possessions by AL but he get's the alley oop for the dunk.  Keep going to the hoop!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:49:17 PM
god I hate being about 2-4 plays behind on this stream!!!


right?

me too!!! Sling is so far behind the game that I cant watch stats on nba.com without spoiling it.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: j804 on May 23, 2018, 10:49:31 PM
The last few minutes Celts have looked like they have in Cleveland.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 10:49:31 PM
Cavs look a lot better since JR Smith went out. Lue should bench him in game 6, but he doesn't have the balls to do it.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 10:49:36 PM
After TO Cavs go 0-4 from field and call their own TO...Now there y'all some tactics!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:49:36 PM
LOL did you guys see that!!

Clarkson missed and then hung over the rim while the C's beat them in transition on the other end. Stupid haha
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:49:47 PM
BIG AL!

please, for the love of god, get to the rim and make the ref's make a call. Stop with the 3's

They tried that earlier, but the refs have proved time and time again that you can't make them make a call

Except on the other end, of course
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:49:48 PM
BRAD SHOULD BE SCREAMING ATTACK THE RACK AND GET IN BONUS

AND MARCUS SMART STOP SHOOTING THREES!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:49:59 PM
Rozier is 1 -12 tonight. Yikes. He's been fairly pedestrian this entire series.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: keevsnick on May 23, 2018, 10:50:02 PM
Horfrod with the nice slam after three straight terrible possessions. You can tell everyone out there is gassed.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:50:06 PM
WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE GUYS??? Dumb, dumb plays!

young and dumb

stuck on stupid for long strecthes.

It's not just the young guys, though. Al's hanging on to the ball until the double team arrives, and Morris has done plenty of foolish things since that technical.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:50:07 PM
We are SO LUCKY Cleveland didn't come back right there.

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Chief on May 23, 2018, 10:50:17 PM
Now turn the heat on in the Garden.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:50:42 PM
Shortened rotation appears to have taken a little out of us now but Cavs are tired as well from our aggression of previous three quarters- keep it up Celtics- one run of 6 and they call the Kleenex man for delivery
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:51:09 PM
One more run from us seals it for good. Lets go C's!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:51:10 PM
Rozier is 1 -12 tonight. Yikes. He's been fairly pedestrian this entire series.
[dang]


gotta keep that trade value up!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 10:51:12 PM
Now turn the heat on in the Garden.

I think Red's ghost did, while he was disconnecting Cleveland's showers
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:51:13 PM
Rozier is 1 -12 tonight. Yikes. He's been fairly pedestrian this entire series.

Yet, there'll be a new thread tomorrow about trading Kyrie.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:51:34 PM
I think Rozier is getting less intelligent by the minute.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:51:42 PM
That last shot sums up Rozier's night.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:51:42 PM
OMG TERRY PLEASE STOP
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:51:48 PM
What in the actual F, Rozier?

Bench him, Brad. 1-13 and doing nothing but killing us out ther with these missed bunnies and poor decision-making.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:51:51 PM
MAKE A SHOT!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:51:52 PM
Jesus

Make good decisions
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:51:52 PM
Rozier really can't shoot right now.   ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:51:56 PM
Rozier is 1 -12 tonight. Yikes. He's been fairly pedestrian this entire series.

Yet, there'll be a new thread tomorrow about trading Kyrie.

😁🍷😁 Larkin would help spell him in games like this as well
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 10:51:59 PM
It’s a comedy of errors.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 10:52:05 PM
How many times are they going to try and dribble through 3 guys?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:52:08 PM
Rozier is 1 -12 tonight. Yikes. He's been fairly pedestrian this entire series.
[dang]


gotta keep that trade value up!

TRADE KYRIE!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:52:21 PM
LeBum’s done take him out Ty put him out of his misery
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 10:52:23 PM
god I hate being about 2-4 plays behind on this stream!!!


right?

me too!!! Sling is so far behind the game that I cant watch stats on nba.com without spoiling it.
broke down and sprung $10 for directvnow so I can get ESPN.  first game I've had to deal with this kind of delay.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:52:40 PM
Missed threes after missed threes
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BudweiserCeltic on May 23, 2018, 10:52:42 PM
Can we freaking stop wasting fast break opportunities?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rocknrollforyoursoul on May 23, 2018, 10:52:47 PM
You'd think these guys would know when they're tired and need to put a little more on their jump shots.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:52:56 PM
Terry hit one!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:52:58 PM
FINALLY TERRY!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:53:02 PM
What in the actual F, Rozier?

Bench him, Brad. 1-13 and doing nothing but killing us out ther with these missed bunnies and poor decision-making.

We can't bench him, we have a 7 man rotation right now.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:53:11 PM
JFK what an insanely bad shot by Rozier.  Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. is wrong with him tonight??
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 10:53:15 PM
Finally terry
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:53:16 PM
ROZIER!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: TheisTheisBaby on May 23, 2018, 10:53:19 PM
AL FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:53:20 PM
SCARY TERRY!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:53:27 PM
BIG AL!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 10:53:33 PM
That’s should do it!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:53:39 PM
Almost Nader and Yab time.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 10:53:43 PM
There we go
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 10:53:44 PM
 ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:53:45 PM
Dagger from Big Al please play like this in Cleveland!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:53:47 PM
AL FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

THANK U JESUS
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 10:53:50 PM
Game...blouses
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CF033 on May 23, 2018, 10:54:12 PM
* whew * not a pretty game but I'll take it.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:54:18 PM
SMH MY STREAM DIED FML...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:54:22 PM
Tatum just stood there on the Bron drive.  No help defense.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: crownsy on May 23, 2018, 10:54:25 PM
There ya go Al!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:54:25 PM
DONT KET UP FINISH THEM

GAME IS NOT OVER!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 10:54:29 PM
They're all tired and going for 3's.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 10:54:34 PM
get ready for tony brothers in game 6
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 10:54:40 PM
Game...blouses
LO **** L!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 10:54:47 PM
SMH MY STREAM DIED FML...

So did Cleveland's chances courtesy of al.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bostonsportsforlife on May 23, 2018, 10:54:50 PM
I am enjoying this greatly.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 10:54:51 PM
Gnight
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:55:05 PM
Big Al set nicely from calm Rozier!! Love it
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 10:55:08 PM
I'm kinda shocked they're not pulling Lebron and Love right now. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:55:08 PM
What in the actual F, Rozier?

Bench him, Brad. 1-13 and doing nothing but killing us out ther with these missed bunnies and poor decision-making.

We can't bench him, we have a 7 man rotation right now.

Smart is sitting on the bench with only 23 minutes played while dumpster fire Rozier has played over 30 already. Not sure why we're continuing to play Rozier with Smart sitting right over there ready to contribute and having a good night.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:55:29 PM
james jacked a 30 footer and missed
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: angryguy77 on May 23, 2018, 10:56:10 PM
I'm kinda shocked they're not pulling Lebron and Love right now.

This worked out well. No blow out means no extra rest for him.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:56:16 PM
We need to bring this intensity in Cleveland!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 10:56:19 PM
James is out....see ya!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:56:21 PM
I'm kinda shocked they're not pulling Lebron and Love right now.

Lue is Coach of the Deer winner - 😁
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 10:56:25 PM
What in the actual F, Rozier?

Bench him, Brad. 1-13 and doing nothing but killing us out ther with these missed bunnies and poor decision-making.

We can't bench him, we have a 7 man rotation right now.

Smart is sitting on the bench with only 23 minutes played while dumpster fire Rozier has played over 30 already. Not sure why we're continuing to play Rozier with Smart sitting right over there ready to contribute and having a good night.

We're up by 17. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:56:30 PM
I didn't feel confident after the last two games.  This feels good.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 10:56:36 PM
WE'RE ON TO GAME 6!!  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:56:51 PM
JAMES OUT

CAVS ARE CONCEDING DEFEAT
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:56:58 PM
Brad should clear the bench..rest up for game 6
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:57:05 PM
Love the defensive intensity up 18.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:57:12 PM
I knew we'd win this game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:57:12 PM
How about these Celtics! Home is where the Heart is!! Love this team
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: CF033 on May 23, 2018, 10:57:18 PM
Tatum huge tonight... Especially on D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 10:57:21 PM
What in the actual F, Rozier?

Bench him, Brad. 1-13 and doing nothing but killing us out ther with these missed bunnies and poor decision-making.

We can't bench him, we have a 7 man rotation right now.

Smart is sitting on the bench with only 23 minutes played while dumpster fire Rozier has played over 30 already. Not sure why we're continuing to play Rozier with Smart sitting right over there ready to contribute and having a good night.

CBS is trying to get Rozier "going" for the next 2 games.  No need for Smart with the C's up by 17 this deep in the game. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: satch on May 23, 2018, 10:57:34 PM
Cavs look tired. Is the NBA going to give them 3 days before the next game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:57:42 PM
WE'RE ON TO GAME 6!!  ;D

gonna take 7 to win it. if by some miracle we win at cleveland i will run down my street naked!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:58:00 PM
Nader time!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 10:58:01 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:58:02 PM
Please don’t let there be a three day break between now and game 6  ???
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 10:58:03 PM
Bring in the Bear!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 10:58:05 PM
it's almost like ESPN can smell the end of the Cavs because Breen is starting hype the C's a bit. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:58:07 PM
WE'RE ON TO GAME 6!!  ;D

gonna take 7 to win it. if by some miracle we win at cleveland i will run down my street naked!

I'll do that too!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 10:58:08 PM
Celtics D was the star of the show tonight.  Everyone played well on d, we really hounded them.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:58:11 PM
Getting scary.  Terry getting loose for Game 6
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:58:25 PM
Cavs look tired. Is the NBA going to give them 3 days before the next game.

Better not!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 10:58:29 PM
WE'RE ON TO GAME 6!!  ;D

gonna take 7 to win it. if by some miracle we win at cleveland i will run down my street naked!

Please don’t take pictures
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 10:58:36 PM
WE'RE ON TO GAME 6!!  ;D

gonna take 7 to win it. if by some miracle we win at cleveland i will run down my street naked!

I see a score in our future in Cle

Celtics 99
Cavs 98

Tatum sinks a three at buzzer 😁
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:58:37 PM
Terry with some garbage buckets to get his confidence back
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 10:58:40 PM
Hmm, Smart grabbing his hamstring. Perhaps that explains the minutes. Hope it's not going to affect him moving forward.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 10:58:45 PM
Allright.  Same 7 man rotation on Friday.  Lets finish this thing.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 10:58:46 PM
Nader the human victory cigar!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SCeltic34 on May 23, 2018, 10:58:50 PM
Yabusele unleashed.  Let the Dancing Bear feast
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:58:53 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)

(https://i.imgur.com/wGUUoBo.gif)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 10:58:58 PM
Starters pull out from Cavs. White flag.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: droopdog7 on May 23, 2018, 10:58:58 PM
WE'RE ON TO GAME 6!!  ;D

gonna take 7 to win it. if by some miracle we win at cleveland i will run down my street naked!
Im afraid you’re probably right.  But I will join you if we’re wrong.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 23, 2018, 10:59:02 PM
Is it GINO time yet?!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 10:59:04 PM
I love this chant!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 10:59:17 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)

(http://2kmtcentral.com/img/players/18/generated/20508i1.png/cache-1509470492/20508i1.png)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 10:59:23 PM
Tatum can do no wrong
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 10:59:26 PM
Ok -- feeling like this might be over now.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 23, 2018, 10:59:29 PM
I was so nervous about this game - I hate Lebron so much.

This feels very good.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 10:59:57 PM
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(https://i.imgur.com/wGUUoBo.gif)

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Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: KGs Knee on May 23, 2018, 11:00:04 PM
It really is amazing how much better the C's play at home vs on the road.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 11:00:04 PM
Remember folks, Ainge TRADED DOWN for Tatum!  8)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:00:09 PM
I was so nervous about this game - I hate Lebron so much.

This feels very good.

i am with ya!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BlastFromThePast on May 23, 2018, 11:00:14 PM
JVG just mentioned that Smart has been clutching at his hammy which may explain his limited minutes tonight.  Need his leadership on the floor for the 2 remaining games.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 11:00:15 PM
the old adage holds true, the series doesn't start until you win on the road. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 23, 2018, 11:00:21 PM
Why don't we rest our starters in Game 6 and just get ready for Game 7 ?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 11:00:38 PM
Remember folks, Ainge TRADED DOWN for Tatum!  8)

Philly will never forget!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:00:38 PM
I felt good about this game after seeing how close Cs came in game 4.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 11:00:52 PM
What a huge win!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:00:55 PM
Tatum should  not be out there now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 11:01:05 PM
Do better in Cleveland, Celtics! Tonight was alright.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: DefenseWinsChamps on May 23, 2018, 11:01:14 PM
Oh Yabu
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: cltc5 on May 23, 2018, 11:01:24 PM
Feel good win :laugh:
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:01:53 PM
Domination at the Garden!! Love it!! TP’s to all
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 11:01:58 PM
Best game of Tatum's young career so far. Impressive.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 11:02:01 PM
Feel good win :laugh:

Feeling Great!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Cman on May 23, 2018, 11:02:19 PM
Dang we are good at home.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:02:25 PM
Why don't we rest our starters in Game 6 and just get ready for Game 7 ?

Because you need to make Bron play 40 minutes in game 6 so that even if he manages to win he will have no legs for game 7
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 23, 2018, 11:02:27 PM
The entire Cavs team looked tired, against a Celtic 7 man rotation.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtic Fan Forever on May 23, 2018, 11:02:29 PM
GINO TIME
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: satch on May 23, 2018, 11:02:35 PM
How many of the last eight quarters have the Celtics won?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 11:02:38 PM
James looks rough folks....maybe some EMT and oxygen tank action? Rest of the season off? Let Rodney Hood take his minutes?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:02:40 PM
HOUSE MONEY
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Neurotic Guy on May 23, 2018, 11:02:44 PM
So glad to hold serve.   One game and this unbelievably short-handed young team is in the Finals.    Amazing.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 11:02:47 PM
Do better in Cleveland, Celtics! Tonight was alright.

 We need to start better in game six for sure we dug a big hole in the first quarter in 3 and 4
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Yoki_IsTheName on May 23, 2018, 11:02:56 PM
At the very least, we will make LeBron James EARN it.

Good win, boys! Let's close it out.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 23, 2018, 11:03:01 PM
Lebron is not going to go down quietly.  These kids better be ready for a fight.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:03:08 PM
SHOULDA WON by 30
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 11:03:09 PM
How often does a rookie play 40 in the eastern conference finals?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: greece66 on May 23, 2018, 11:03:09 PM
gg
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 11:03:11 PM
37% from the field and we still won
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 11:03:13 PM
The entire Cavs team looked tired, against a Celtic 7 man rotation.

Old age is catching up with them as the series goes longer, and there are no long stretches of rest between games anymore.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 11:03:34 PM
37% from the field and we still won

And we still dominated! That's pretty amazing.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: esel1000 on May 23, 2018, 11:03:42 PM
Let’s destroy them Friday!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:03:45 PM
Lebron is not going to go down quietly.  These kids better be ready for a fight.

yep far from over i have seen this movie with lebron too many times
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:03:49 PM
James looks rough folks....maybe some EMT and oxygen tank action? Rest of the season off? Let Rodney Hood take his minutes?

His first team starters stunk it up worst then a senior after bean burrito! He has to carry team night in and night out
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 11:03:56 PM
37% from the field and we still won

yeah it was a superb def effort tonight
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 11:04:01 PM
HOUSE MONEY
no, no house money.  hate that term.  undersells this team's accomplishments.  we should and will beat Cleveland to get to the finals
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Rosco917 on May 23, 2018, 11:04:02 PM
Still on house money.

Win, lose or draw, what a year!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 11:04:02 PM
Tatum huge tonight... Especially on D

If he continues at this rate defensively he is going to be a two-way monster.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Surferdad on May 23, 2018, 11:04:18 PM
the old adage holds true, the series doesn't start until you win on the road.
So this is a non-series? It’s going 7.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BitterJim on May 23, 2018, 11:04:30 PM
No long break between games now

Gotta use that to our advantage and keep making Lebron work!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 11:04:31 PM
You know Cavs looked bad in Game 4...C's just couldn't hit a shot.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:04:33 PM
How can you not like Jayson Tatum
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 23, 2018, 11:04:44 PM
One win from the finals.  Five wins from the goal. 

Hopefully we just kept our shotmaking in the tank for game 6, haha.  We had open shots at the rim all night and we must hit more of those going forward. 

Still, great win! 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on May 23, 2018, 11:05:05 PM
Hmm, Smart grabbing his hamstring. Perhaps that explains the minutes. Hope it's not going to affect him moving forward.

Brown doesn't look right either, and  Friday will come quick. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: rondofan1255 on May 23, 2018, 11:05:08 PM
Great win!!  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 11:05:17 PM
JT should've been unanimous first team.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:05:18 PM
Celts need to win game 6 in order to have any chance to win the title

Cmon guys
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 11:05:34 PM
Give credit to Stevens for starting Baynes tonight. That was the perfect adjustment to the Cavs lineup.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 11:05:43 PM
 
How can you not like Jayson Tatum
by being a Sixer fan    8)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:05:58 PM
The entire Cavs team looked tired, against a Celtic 7 man rotation.

Old age is catching up with them as the series goes longer, and there are no long stretches of rest between games anymore.

good points
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boris Badenov on May 23, 2018, 11:06:00 PM
Great win. Never underestimate these kids.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:06:18 PM
The time off from game 2 to 3 gave Lebron too much time off

He is gassed now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:06:28 PM
HOUSE MONEY
no, no house money.  hate that term.  undersells this team's accomplishments.  we should and will beat Cleveland to get to the finals

Then you don’t get me...win or lose it is House Money..and I believe Cs are going to win it all.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:06:32 PM
I thought seven but I see a miracle on Friday—-dreams of Celts Rockets in my head—-lets shock the world in Cleveland!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 11:06:47 PM
If I had a crush on a 20 year old girl, I'd feel dirty and guilty, but I feel great about my crush on Tatum.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:06:59 PM
Give credit to Stevens for starting Baynes tonight. That was the perfect adjustment to the Cavs lineup.

Yes

Just by his presence it made Lebron hesitate to drive. Good job
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 11:07:23 PM
Give credit to Stevens for starting Baynes tonight. That was the perfect adjustment to the Cavs lineup.

yeah it completely changed the start of the game.  TT wasn't able to bully us on the off boards, and Baynes stepped up and played GREAT.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 11:07:28 PM
I wonder if Larkin comes back Friday. I know Stevens said it's unlikely, but it could really give our bench the energy boost we need to close it out on the road. Larkin, Smart, and Morris all coming off the bench would really help.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:07:29 PM
How can you not like Jayson Tatum
by being a Sixer fan    8)

Nah you gotta love the player..you can hate the game not the playa..lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:07:40 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/IwTTwrG.jpg)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:07:42 PM
Lebron terrible job in holding the ball forever tonight
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:07:50 PM
We are further along then last year vs this team- without our top two players- let that sink in!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 11:07:53 PM
Taking care of business....

TP's FOR ALL
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: chicagoceltic on May 23, 2018, 11:07:54 PM
How can you not like Jayson Tatum
by being a Sixer fan    8)
True story.  TP to you.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Vox_Populi on May 23, 2018, 11:08:23 PM
People who watched Tatum a lot in college, did he look like he might be the prototypical NBA star wing this quickly?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 11:08:31 PM
Shoutout as well to our defensive specialist tonight, JR Smith!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 11:08:33 PM
Celtics have been in a shooting slump for the last three games and they still can close it out on Friday night.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: manl_lui on May 23, 2018, 11:08:40 PM
wow, i am just speechless tonight, did not expect this kind of game from us, just wow
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:08:42 PM
I wonder if Larkin comes back Friday. I know Stevens said it's unlikely, but it could really give our bench the energy boost we need to close it out on the road. Larkin, Smart, and Morris all coming off the bench would really help.

WE WANT LARKIN!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: knuckleballer on May 23, 2018, 11:08:45 PM
The time off from game 2 to 3 gave Lebron too much time off

He is gassed now

And just one day of rest until the next game and it's a travel day.  Let's finish them in Cleveland.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tstorey_97 on May 23, 2018, 11:09:00 PM
Shoutout as well to our defensive specialist tonight, JR Smith!!!

He really did get it done!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:09:16 PM
How can you not like Jayson Tatum
by being a Sixer fan    8)

Nah you gotta love the player..you can hate the game not the playa..lol

BOOKER T

CAN U DIG IT SUCKA??
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:09:38 PM
Celts still missed too many opportunities to slam the door

Not taking adv when Lebron sat

9-0 run by cavs

Missing too many shots in stretches is not going to get the job done away. Especially when the refs favor the home team
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 11:09:40 PM
Shoutout as well to our defensive specialist tonight, JR Smith!!!

He really did get it done!

I hope he's not hurt. We need more JR!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:09:42 PM
The time off from game 2 to 3 gave Lebron too much time off

He is gassed now

And just one day of rest until the next game and it's a travel day.  Let's finish them in Cleveland.

from ur lips to GODS ears!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 11:09:46 PM
We are further along then last year vs this team- without our top two players- let that sink in!

I agree that we are further along, super excited that we have a shot at getting to the finals.  We have stepped up big time. 

But the cavs team we are playing this year isn't nearly as good as last year's Cavs team. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: azzenfrost on May 23, 2018, 11:09:58 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/IwTTwrG.jpg)

Brad is so chill.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 23, 2018, 11:10:30 PM
Fantastic win by the Celtics!!  I am very happy with their effort and performance out there!

If we can close it out in Cleveland, I would be ecstatic, but I am prepared to wait for game 7 for the Celtics to finish off the Cavs if need be.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 11:10:31 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)

(http://2kmtcentral.com/img/players/18/generated/20508i1.png/cache-1509470492/20508i1.png)

Poor Nader lol. I watched him play in Maine so many times it pains me a little bit.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:10:32 PM
People who watched Tatum a lot in college, did he look like he might be the prototypical NBA star wing this quickly?

All I can tell you is I was a Fultz guy all season until I watched Tatum’s highlight reel, and I said hmmmm Ainge has a decision to make.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:10:44 PM
Not a single text from my Cle friend fans— and I am not saying a word either- we have work to do still!

We elevated amazingly tonight!Brad shortened the rotation and tired out the Cavs with intensity...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 11:10:46 PM
Best part of tonight's win is that we can certainly play better! We shot 39% and missed a ton of layups.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 11:10:47 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/IwTTwrG.jpg)

Brad is so chill.

I think he is power napping in this photo.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 11:11:05 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)

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


(https://i.imgur.com/3k1lGgj.jpg)


I love it.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: manl_lui on May 23, 2018, 11:11:24 PM
People who watched Tatum a lot in college, did he look like he might be the prototypical NBA star wing this quickly?

All I can tell you is I was a Fultz guy all season until I watched Tatum’s highlight reel, and I said hmmmm Ainge has a decision to make.

i admit, i was on that boat too
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:11:40 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/IwTTwrG.jpg)

Brad is so chill.

(https://i.imgur.com/CTmxVfM.jpg)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: 86MaxwellSmart on May 23, 2018, 11:11:54 PM
FULL PERFORM
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:12:12 PM
ok watching NBATV lue at PODIUM NOW!

HERE WE GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:12:26 PM
People who watched Tatum a lot in college, did he look like he might be the prototypical NBA star wing this quickly?

All I can tell you is I was a Fultz guy all season until I watched Tatum’s highlight reel, and I said hmmmm Ainge has a decision to make.

i admit, i was on that boat too

If I was GM we would have Bender and Fultz 😂😂😂😂 I defer to Danny with talent—period!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 11:12:39 PM
When Smart was knocking down those Curry 3s, you just had a good feeling tonight!  ;D

(Although I agree it got annoying when he was just chucking them up in the 4th lol)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: satch on May 23, 2018, 11:12:42 PM
Celts are younger which means a quicker recovery time. The Cavs can be had next game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jambr380 on May 23, 2018, 11:12:46 PM
Not a pretty win, but great to see our energy back on D. I think the Cavs missed some shots they absolutely should have made, but we have to be breaking records for missed lay-ups these past two games.

Getting to the finals would be so awesome. The Cs did their job tonight - let's get this one in 6!!  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 11:13:06 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)

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


(https://i.imgur.com/3k1lGgj.jpg)


I love it.



Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:13:58 PM
When Smart was knocking down those Curry 3s, you just had a good feeling tonight!  ;D

(Although I agree it got annoying when he was just chucking them up in the 4th lol)

So true— I was like No! YES!!!! a few times
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:14:04 PM
Fultz for Tatum plus a lottery pick is larceny or highway robbery.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:15:20 PM
Fultz for Tatum plus a lottery pick is larceny.

It might go down as worst trade in history- we have a Durant/Kobe in the making- amazing!! Sixers were close to a dynasty
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:16:14 PM
Celts are younger which means a quicker recovery time. The Cavs can be had next game.

SHOW ME! i will believe it when i see us win there. lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 11:16:32 PM
Shoutout as well to our defensive specialist tonight, JR Smith!!!

He really did get it done!

I hope he's not hurt. We need more JR!

 Hopefully Tyronn Lue starts JR again in game 6
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: GratefulCs on May 23, 2018, 11:17:14 PM
Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. ya!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:17:43 PM
lue says lebron is tired and he has to suck it up (paraphrased). he said he has no concerns

he says they did well holding us to 37% shooting
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:18:05 PM
You gotta run them off the court in game 6
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:18:12 PM
When is tip off?! I cannot wait!! No sleep tonight- Fired up!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 23, 2018, 11:18:29 PM
lue says lebron is tired and he has to suck it up (paraphrased). he said he has no concerns

he says they did well holding us to 37% shooting

If their hope is that we keep missing open layups then they are screwed.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:18:37 PM
Shoutout as well to our defensive specialist tonight, JR Smith!!!

He really did get it done!

I hope he's not hurt. We need more JR!

 Hopefully Tyronn Lue starts JR again in game 6

AND WE START BAYNES!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:18:51 PM
stevens up next!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:18:58 PM
LeBron does not have enough time to go to Miami before game 6, does he?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: LarBrd33 on May 23, 2018, 11:19:09 PM
Tatum is amazing
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:19:18 PM
You gotta run them off the court in game 6

At least gas them, especially Lebron
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:19:26 PM
lue says lebron is tired and he has to suck it up (paraphrased). he said he has no concerns

he says they did well holding us to 37% shooting

If their hope is that we keep missing open layups then they are screwed.

AGREED!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: BringToughnessBack on May 23, 2018, 11:20:04 PM
LeBron does not have enough time to go to Miami before game 6, does he?

I heard he does Cryo daily now- it does work too as I have tried it and healed my injury and gives you burst of energy for 8 hours

Someone needs to steal all the nitrogen in Ohio!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:20:43 PM
You gotta run them off the court in game 6

At least gas them, especially Lebron

bingo
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: kraidstar on May 23, 2018, 11:20:48 PM
(https://media.giphy.com/media/7f24la7Z1a54k/giphy.gif)

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


(https://i.imgur.com/3k1lGgj.jpg)


I love it.

Gah! Image address problems. But I got it now lol.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C_90ZseUAAAmD-h.jpg:large)

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: trickybilly on May 23, 2018, 11:21:38 PM
Another fairly elite club Tatum goes into:

https://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pgl_finder.cgi?request=1&match=game&is_playoffs=Y&age_min=0&age_max=99&season_start=1&season_end=-1&pos_is_g=Y&pos_is_gf=Y&pos_is_f=Y&pos_is_fg=Y&pos_is_fc=Y&pos_is_c=Y&pos_is_cf=Y&c1stat=pts&c1comp=gt&c1val=24&c2stat=stl&c2comp=gt&c2val=4&c3stat=trb&c3comp=gt&c3val=7&c4stat=blk&c4comp=gt&c4val=2&order_by=pts
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: ozgod on May 23, 2018, 11:22:07 PM
Definitely need to shoot better in game 6 though 37% ain’t going to cut it at the Q
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:23:26 PM
Definitely need to shoot better in game 6 though 37% ain’t going to cut it at the Q

correct

we need 50%
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 11:24:10 PM
HOUSE MONEY
no, no house money.  hate that term.  undersells this team's accomplishments.  we should and will beat Cleveland to get to the finals

Then you don’t get me...win or lose it is House Money..and I believe Cs are going to win it all.
fair enough -- keep on believing!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 11:24:25 PM
People who watched Tatum a lot in college, did he look like he might be the prototypical NBA star wing this quickly?

All I can tell you is I was a Fultz guy all season until I watched Tatum’s highlight reel, and I said hmmmm Ainge has a decision to make.

i admit, i was on that boat too

I was concerned that he was the typical Duke tweener in that he would be too slow to guard small forwards and not big and/or strong enough to guard power forwards, so yeah, I'VE NEVER BEEN SO HAPPY TO HAVE BEEN SO WRONG, LOL ;D.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: liam on May 23, 2018, 11:26:46 PM
This team is amazing! The way the Celtics win is just all work!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 11:26:57 PM
Boston can win game six

Lue is confused and James is out of gas
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:27:30 PM
ok CBS closing comments were stay agressive and law of averages will work out when a reporter asked him how to get terry out his funk
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:27:54 PM
Boston can win game six

Lue is confused and James is out of gas

SHOW ME! LOL
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:28:18 PM
HOUSE MONEY
no, no house money.  hate that term.  undersells this team's accomplishments.  we should and will beat Cleveland to get to the finals

Then you don’t get me...win or lose it is House Money..and I believe Cs are going to win it all.
fair enough -- keep on believing!

I get your point though...this team has proved they belong in their on right.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:29:36 PM
ok CBS closing comments were stay agressive and law of averages will work out when a reporter asked him how to get terry out his funk

Stay aggressive? Now where did I hear that before?
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: slamtheking on May 23, 2018, 11:31:10 PM
HOUSE MONEY
no, no house money.  hate that term.  undersells this team's accomplishments.  we should and will beat Cleveland to get to the finals

Then you don’t get me...win or lose it is House Money..and I believe Cs are going to win it all.
fair enough -- keep on believing!

I get your point though...this team has proved they belong in their on right.
TP for our own mutual admiration society  ;D
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: vjcsmoke on May 23, 2018, 11:31:59 PM
Definitely need to shoot better in game 6 though 37% ain’t going to cut it at the Q

correct

we need 50%

If we hold the Cavs to 90 points or less, we're not gonna need to shoot 50%

We have held the Cavs to 83 points twice, and 94 points now.  Our defense is ELITE.

If we can now just pull that off on the road, we have a real shot at taking game 6.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:32:13 PM
HOUSE MONEY
no, no house money.  hate that term.  undersells this team's accomplishments.  we should and will beat Cleveland to get to the finals

Then you don’t get me...win or lose it is House Money..and I believe Cs are going to win it all.
fair enough -- keep on believing!

I get your point though...this team has proved they belong in their on right.
TP for our own mutual admiration society  ;D

lol TP
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 23, 2018, 11:33:27 PM
We just need to let this sink in.  In our eastern conf finals series versus Lebron, our two young guns are doing this:

Brown 19.6 ppg
Tatum 17.2 ppg

The way these guys have stepped up in the biggest stage has been amazing.  Shocking in the best way.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Sophomore on May 23, 2018, 11:33:45 PM
Another fairly elite club Tatum goes into:

https://www.basketball-reference.com/play-index/pgl_finder.cgi?request=1&match=game&is_playoffs=Y&age_min=0&age_max=99&season_start=1&season_end=-1&pos_is_g=Y&pos_is_gf=Y&pos_is_f=Y&pos_is_fg=Y&pos_is_fc=Y&pos_is_c=Y&pos_is_cf=Y&c1stat=pts&c1comp=gt&c1val=24&c2stat=stl&c2comp=gt&c2val=4&c3stat=trb&c3comp=gt&c3val=7&c4stat=blk&c4comp=gt&c4val=2&order_by=pts

Nice. TP. Not a dud on that list.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:34:19 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/m0YszFy.gif)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:35:41 PM
We just need to let this sink in.  In our eastern conf finals series versus Lebron, our two young guns are doing this:

Brown 19.6 ppg
Tatum 17.2 ppg

The way these guys have stepped up in the biggest stage has been amazing.  Shocking in the best way.

WE GONNA SHOCK THE WORLD!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Beat LA on May 23, 2018, 11:36:22 PM
This team is amazing! The way the Celtics win is just all work!

Well, it's certainly not based on intelligence, a few possessions notwithstanding, lol. Ugh.

In the meantime, can someone get Jaylen, and probably Rozier, too, just to be on the safe side, haha, some of these? ;D

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cmtfy4bVMAAWX9_.jpg)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 23, 2018, 11:37:29 PM
I felt good about this game after seeing how close Cs came in game 4.

Huh?
We were down,what, 19 in the first quarter in Game 4 ?
Celts never got legitimately close rest of the way despite a few runs in the 4th.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:38:03 PM
lebaby up next!

then tatuma nd horford
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:38:54 PM
I felt good about this game after seeing how close Cs came in game 4.

Huh?
We were down,what, 19 in the first quarter in Game 4 ?
Celts never got legitimately close rest of the way despite a few runs in the 4th.

Cs cut it down to 6 before losing by nine.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:39:42 PM
WUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUT?

no lebaby yet

HORFORD up noW!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 11:40:36 PM
Just don’t think James has much left. He was gassed from the jump.

Boston just needs to stay close and play with energy
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:41:19 PM
al says fans at garden fuel them
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:42:11 PM
Just don’t think James has much left. He was gassed from the jump.

Boston just needs to stay close and play with energy

after 5 min into the game he looked GASSED lol

I have never seen him look like that before

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:42:57 PM
al says it will take a GREAT EFFORT to close this out at the Q.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: PAOBoston on May 23, 2018, 11:43:11 PM
Just don’t think James has much left. He was gassed from the jump.

Boston just needs to stay close and play with energy

after 5 min into the game he looked GASSED lol

I have never seen him look like that before
Waiting for the "Boston heat today zapped me of my energy" excuse
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: tenn_smoothie on May 23, 2018, 11:43:12 PM
I know Stevens shortened the rotations tonite, but I'm afraid if he does that again in Game 6, Tatum & Brown especially will be exhausted. Their legs were gone in the 4th tonite. Throw every big body at Lebron that we got in Game 6 and wear him down.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: JSD on May 23, 2018, 11:43:16 PM
Great win tonight. Such an exciting time to be a Celtics fan
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 11:43:34 PM
I don’t think Lue has anymore moves to make.

Boston needs to stay aggressive, defend and rebound

Win the first quarter and they will win game six
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:43:55 PM
Jay King: Looks like Kelly Olynyk is sitting a row behind the Celtics bench. – via Twitter ByJayKing

LOL . good to see
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:44:37 PM
Just don’t think James has much left. He was gassed from the jump.

Boston just needs to stay close and play with energy

after 5 min into the game he looked GASSED lol

I have never seen him look like that before



WELL THEN LETS FINISH HIS ASS NEXT GAME!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: jpotter33 on May 23, 2018, 11:45:16 PM
http://twitter.com/KeithSmithNBA/status/999494445975457792

Boom. 💥
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:45:22 PM
al says he constantly coaches up kids on defense. sounds similar to what KG did!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 11:48:39 PM
Cavs don’t have three days going back to Cleveland this time

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 11:50:11 PM
I so want to end Lebron James and the Cavs once and for all
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:50:23 PM
I know Stevens shortened the rotations tonite, but I'm afraid if he does that again in Game 6, Tatum & Brown especially will be exhausted. Their legs were gone in the 4th tonite. Throw every big body at Lebron that we got in Game 6 and wear him down.

CBS said he may use semi next game
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:51:00 PM
I so want to end Lebron James and the Cavs once and for all

me too which is why i aint celebrating until we clinch
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:51:12 PM
tatum up now
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:52:35 PM
Anybody else a little bothered by what Morris did tonight

Why add fuel to a spark?

He needs to stop going overboard ...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:53:44 PM
Anybody else a little bothered by what Morris did tonight

Why add fuel to a spark?

He needs to stop going overboard ...

if everybody would have stayed in their role we win by 30 tonight.

lets see if we can follow the blueprint for victory at the Q.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 23, 2018, 11:54:25 PM
Anybody else a little bothered by what Morris did tonight

Why add fuel to a spark?

He needs to stop going overboard ...

Agree. Like if we were down 4 or it was a tie game and we needed a spark, that's fine.

Doing it while up 17 with all the momentum was just stupid. Play stopped for a while and we went cold for a stretch after it. Fortunately, CLE only cut it to 8 in that time and then we went on a mini-run ourselves to prevent CLE from coming back for good.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 23, 2018, 11:55:17 PM
Anybody else a little bothered by what Morris did tonight

Why add fuel to a spark?

He needs to stop going overboard ...

Not one bit. Let’s the Cavs know they aren’t pushing Boston around
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:55:49 PM
HERE HE IS

LEBRON AT PODIUM!

THIS SHOULD BE GOOD
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 23, 2018, 11:56:58 PM
Lol lebrauns top looks like adidas, the horror.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: mqtcelticsfan on May 23, 2018, 11:57:49 PM
I know Stevens shortened the rotations tonite, but I'm afraid if he does that again in Game 6, Tatum & Brown especially will be exhausted. Their legs were gone in the 4th tonite. Throw every big body at Lebron that we got in Game 6 and wear him down.

CBS said he may use semi next game

Unless they don't want to see Korver at all...
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 23, 2018, 11:58:18 PM
lebron says they defended well! 36% shooting for C's

says they missed too many jays!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 23, 2018, 11:59:08 PM
Anybody else a little bothered by what Morris did tonight

Why add fuel to a spark?

He needs to stop going overboard ...

Agree. Like if we were down 4 or it was a tie game and we needed a spark, that's fine.

Doing it while up 17 with all the momentum was just stupid. Play stopped for a while and we went cold for a stretch after it. Fortunately, CLE only cut it to 8 in that time and then we went on a mini-run ourselves to prevent CLE from coming back for good.

exactly
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 24, 2018, 12:03:03 AM
Sounds like LeBron to Celtics.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 24, 2018, 12:04:17 AM
Sounds like LeBron to Celtics.

word i read is either stay with cavs OR sixers, rockets or lakers
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Atzar on May 24, 2018, 12:05:27 AM
Lebron's recall ability in these press conferences is honestly very impressive. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 24, 2018, 12:06:38 AM
Lebron's recall ability in these press conferences is honestly very impressive.

Yeah I come away impressed from watching Lebron's responses in the presser.  Not just with the memory, but honestly like all these guys, Lebron has to answer a lot of dumb questions.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 24, 2018, 12:06:46 AM
Sounds like LeBron to Celtics.

word i read is either stay with cavs OR sixers, rockets or lakers

He sure likes this Celtics team..the major  thing keeping him from Boston is probably Kyrie.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: footey on May 24, 2018, 12:09:13 AM
Anybody else a little bothered by what Morris did tonight

Why add fuel to a spark?

He needs to stop going overboard ...

Agree. Almost woke Cavs up.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 24, 2018, 12:09:37 AM
completely made Tristant Thompson irrelevant tonight

CBS should have started Baynes in game 4
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 24, 2018, 12:10:08 AM
Anybody else a little bothered by what Morris did tonight

Why add fuel to a spark?

He needs to stop going overboard ...

Agree. Almost woke Cavs up.

Certainly woke up Nance Jr.

its not smart
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 24, 2018, 12:10:29 AM
Sounds like LeBron to Celtics.

word i read is either stay with cavs OR sixers, rockets or lakers

He sure like this Celtics team..the major  thing keeping him from Boston is probably Kyrie.

There is too much history for Lebron ever to even think about signing with the C's.  It just isn't happening.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 24, 2018, 12:11:36 AM
completely made Tristant Thompson irrelevant tonight

CBS should have started Baynes in game 4

Baynes was awesome on D all night.  We came out of the gate with a tough def mentality and forced bad shots, didn't give up off rebounds.  Best adjustment of the game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 24, 2018, 12:15:28 AM
completely made Tristant Thompson irrelevant tonight

CBS should have started Baynes in game 4

Baynes was awesome on D all night.  We came out of the gate with a tough def mentality and forced bad shots, didn't give up off rebounds.  Best adjustment of the game.

The only thing I can see the Cavs do now to try to counteract Baynes starting is to go with game 1 lineup (and start Korver) . Spread the floor

If this happens, CBS needs to yank Baynes quickly and insert Morris

CBS needs to adjust on the fly instead of letting the game get out of hand

Game 6, 1st quarter will be huge

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Kuberski33 on May 24, 2018, 12:16:00 AM
Predictably most of Cavs non stars were no shows tonight.  This every other day schedule now really helps the Celtics. 
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 24, 2018, 12:18:34 AM
Sounds like LeBron to Celtics.

word i read is either stay with cavs OR sixers, rockets or lakers

He sure like this Celtics team..the major  thing keeping him from Boston is probably Kyrie.

There is too much history for Lebron ever to even think about signing with the C's.  It just isn't happening.

Signed,

KD to GSW.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Somebody on May 24, 2018, 12:19:10 AM
Sounds like LeBron to Celtics.

word i read is either stay with cavs OR sixers, rockets or lakers

He sure like this Celtics team..the major  thing keeping him from Boston is probably Kyrie.

There is too much history for Lebron ever to even think about signing with the C's.  It just isn't happening.
Yeah. But in the off case he wants to sign and Kyrie is the only stumbling block, I'd trade Kyrie in a heartbeat for a young star big like KAT. Anyways just some wishful thinking, go Celtics and good luck to Kyrie and Gordon next season!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 24, 2018, 12:21:57 AM
Sounds like LeBron to Celtics.

word i read is either stay with cavs OR sixers, rockets or lakers

If Cavs can't entice PG13 or another marquee FA to sign, I think he will leave.  Definitely to another team that has 2 superstars already.  Rockets a likely destination

76ers is too raw for Lebron.  Lakers need more than PG13 for him to consider signing
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Tr1boy on May 24, 2018, 12:33:28 AM
Lebron reciting his 6 turnovers , one by one

Of course he blames Jeff Green for mishandling the pass lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: SparzWizard on May 24, 2018, 12:39:56 AM
Anybody else a little bothered by what Morris did tonight

Why add fuel to a spark?

He needs to stop going overboard ...

Not one bit. Let’s the Cavs know they aren’t pushing Boston around

Boston bends the knee for NO ONE.  8)
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: The_Truth on May 24, 2018, 12:49:21 AM
When asked if he is a "big time" player:

"That's just when I have the most fun" - Jason Tatum

Future superstar.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: blink on May 24, 2018, 01:07:32 AM
Sounds like LeBron to Celtics.

word i read is either stay with cavs OR sixers, rockets or lakers

He sure like this Celtics team..the major  thing keeping him from Boston is probably Kyrie.

There is too much history for Lebron ever to even think about signing with the C's.  It just isn't happening.

Signed,

KD to GSW.

Ok i grant that was unexpected, but there isn't the level of history with KD and GS as there is with Lebron and Boston.  Years of either getting knocked out of the playoffs by the C's or knocking the C's out.  I will send happily send YOU a pizza if Lebron signs with us.  lol
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 24, 2018, 07:53:09 AM
Cleveland has no way to bring in another max guy. They are cap strapped and old. James HATES Dan Gilbert because of the past as well as Gilbert being a vocal Trump supporter.

LBJ will not be in Cleveland next year. Cleveland will be terrible. Would not be surprised if the ended up trading Love and starting the tank process.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 24, 2018, 07:58:05 AM
Not really sure what moves Cleveland can go to.

1. It is obvious the 3 days off saved them from being knocked out by now. But now that it is every other day, the Cavs looks mighty tired.

2. Boston can win in Cleveland. They just need to defend and be smart. Baynes starting is smart. Weather the storm early and hang in there. 15 missed layups and dunks in game 4. Convert the simple plays and you win.

3. A game 7 in Boston would rattle the East Coast. I want them to take in in 6 and get it over with...but I am not sure James can carry them this time. Their role players (Hill, Smith, Green, TT, Nance) just are not very good on the road.

Honestly believe Boston has a better chance of winning in Cleveland than Cleveland does in Boston.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Celtics4ever on May 24, 2018, 07:58:55 AM
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Cleveland will be terrible. Would not be surprised if the ended up trading Love and starting the tank process.

CLE won't care they have only really cared about basketball during the LBJ era.   Sure, there are fans there but once the Browns start winning, they care more about that as it has always been more of a Football Town.   Lived in Ohio for most of my life.

I want to win the next game really bad!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 24, 2018, 08:29:02 AM
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Cleveland will be terrible. Would not be surprised if the ended up trading Love and starting the tank process.

CLE won't care they have only really cared about basketball during the LBJ era.   Sure, there are fans there but once the Browns start winning, they care more about that as it has always been more of a Football Town.   Lived in Ohio for most of my life.

I want to win the next game really bad!

I live in Columbus and most the fans I interact with are mainly James fans. He leaves they all will go elsewhere. Cavs will turn back into an afterthought
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Phantom255x on May 24, 2018, 10:21:08 AM
We played a lot better than in Games 3 and 4, but it was still a pretty shaky night for us. We played ugly for large stretches too. Brown and Rozier combined to shoot 7-30 from the field, and in the 2nd half our offense looked like it lacked rhythm (return to long 2s, chucking 3s, etc.)

Fortunately our defense showed up and THANK GOD Cleveland's role players returned to terrible form last night. Clarkson had SO MANY chances to knock down the open shot to cut the lead to 5 or 6 points, and he missed every single time. JR was terrible as usual, and Jeff Green is just Jeff Green  :laugh:

We also made Lebron work for everything, to the point where even the stepback 3s or fadeaway 2's we've seen him make in his sleep were rimming out or short of the basket (hitting the front rim). He wasn't as aggressive in the 4th trying to body his way for layups.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: bknova on May 24, 2018, 10:32:04 AM
Lebron reciting his 6 turnovers , one by one

Of course he blames Jeff Green for mishandling the pass lol

This photographic memory of his is incredibly impressive.  As he gets older he impresses me more and more.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: johnnygreen on May 24, 2018, 10:34:35 AM
That was a great game last night, especially considering the sizeable lead throughout the game, which made the game less stressful. As for game 6, I would like to see Marcus Smart and Aaron Baynes in the starting lineup. I think Smart does a better job of running the offense, and he would also help the defense prevent/slow down any potential Cavaliers offensive explosion in the first quarter. I don’t want to see the Cavs offense get off to a good start, and I think Marcus would help in that regard. Besides, I think it could throw the Cavs off because I don’t think they would have planned for it. If the Celtics have the lead or are within 5 points after the first quarter, then I think they end up winning the game.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: nickagneta on May 24, 2018, 10:44:12 AM
That was a great game last night, especially considering the sizeable lead throughout the game, which made the game less stressful. As for game 6, I would like to see Marcus Smart and Aaron Baynes in the starting lineup. I think Smart does a better job of running the offense, and he would also help the defense prevent/slow down any potential Cavaliers offensive explosion in the first quarter. I don’t want to see the Cavs offense get off to a good start, and I think Marcus would help in that regard. Besides, I think it could throw the Cavs off because I don’t think they would have planned for it. If the Celtics have the lead or are within 5 points after the first quarter, then I think they end up winning the game.
I want Rozier starting because he runs the offense at a quicker pace, getting the ball downcourt faster and looking to break more often. I think that pace has worn down the Cavs. At the beginning of each half I want this team trying to push the ball and wear out the Cavs.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: mef730 on May 24, 2018, 11:57:17 AM
Cavs look tired. Is the NBA going to give them 3 days before the next game.

Bad news. From the Commissioner's office:

In honor of the three outstanding remaining basketball teams, as well as the Celtics, we have some exciting news for NBA fans. The Commissioner's office, in conjunction with the calendar people and the reverse vampires, have arranged for a new day to be added for just this week.

It's the start of a new week, but Monday was already taken, so we're going with Bronday, or, as the French would say it, "Le Bronday." Not only will the players have an extra day of rest but we also encourage our fans to get out and walk, just like our soon-to-be Eastern Conference Champions Cleveland Cavaliers. (Don't worry, Cleveland, we've got it under control. We assign the zebras.). Crap, did I just type that? How do I work this interweb thing, anyway...


And in honor of ESPN...

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Mike
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: apc on May 24, 2018, 12:16:23 PM
It was really nice to see KO comes to support his ex team.
I think it says something about our team!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: hpantazo on May 24, 2018, 12:20:09 PM
One thing I noticed last night is that Tatum is no longer hesitant (afraid and/or in awe) of Lebron on the court. In the previous games he was, but last night he took it to him strong and decisive on both ends. It's about time.
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: celticinorlando on May 24, 2018, 12:22:28 PM
The Cavs have nobody that can guard Tatum or Brown. Tatum destroyed Love, roasted Smith and went right at LBJ.

This is the aggressive play we need. Do not settle for long 3s (Smart, Rozier and Morris). Go right at the Cavs
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 24, 2018, 02:36:48 PM
The Cavs have nobody that can guard Tatum or Brown. Tatum destroyed Love, roasted Smith and went right at LBJ.

This is the aggressive play we need. Do not settle for long 3s (Smart, Rozier and Morris). Go right at the Cavs

yeah that is as simple as it gets. do that and we have a great chance. we just get so stuck on stupid for long stretches. I did notice morris driving more. good sign. brad should be telling everybody GO TO THE RACK!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 24, 2018, 05:59:48 PM
one of the youngest rosters in the league

a team built for the future

that is ready to win now

C us rise!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 25, 2018, 10:14:29 PM
no defense

cant come back like this people
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 25, 2018, 10:14:51 PM
down 16

we cannot make a run
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 25, 2018, 10:15:52 PM
The Cavs have nobody that can guard Tatum or Brown. Tatum destroyed Love, roasted Smith and went right at LBJ.

This is the aggressive play we need. Do not settle for long 3s (Smart, Rozier and Morris). Go right at the Cavs

too little too late watch and see

Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on May 25, 2018, 10:16:18 PM
moose coming in
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 25, 2018, 10:23:22 PM
Nooooo
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 25, 2018, 10:24:23 PM
10 points....WOW.....I give it to the Celtics they have fought hard
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Ogaju on May 25, 2018, 10:25:05 PM
The Cs have guaranteed that James will not coast in this game..
Title: Re: Cavs (2-2) at Celtics (2-2) ECF Game #5 5/23/18
Post by: Kiorrik on May 25, 2018, 10:27:20 PM
Locked. Wrong thread fellas.

http://forums.celticsblog.com/index.php?topic=96454.new#new