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Title: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on October 19, 2017, 09:47:09 PM
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Boston Celtics (0-2) at Philadelphia 76ers (0-1)
Friday, October 20, 2017
7:00 PM ET
Game #3, Road Game #2
TV:  NBC Sports Boston,  NBC Sports Philadelphia, NBA-LP 754(DTV), 753(xfinity)
Radio:  98.5 Sports Hub,  97.5 The Fanatic
Wells Fargo Center

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

Celtics Reserves

Jabari Bird
Shane Larkin
Abdel Nader
Semi Ojeleye
Daniel Theis
Guerschon Yabusele

Injuries

Marcus Morris  (knee)  out
Gordon Hayward (ankle)  out
Marcus Smart (ankles)  questionable
Jaylen Brown (wrist)
Two Way Players
Kadeem Allen

Head Coach

Brad Stevens

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

Sixers Reserves
Justin Anderson
Furkan Korkmaz
Markelle Fultz
TJ McConnell
Jahlil Okafor
Amir Johnson
Nik Stauskas
Dario Saric
Timothe Luwawu Cabarrot

Injuries

Richaun Holmes (wrist)  out

Two Way Players
James Michael McAdoo
Jacob Pullen

Coach
Brett Brown

Game Notes
The Celtics look to move on after losing their first two games to take on their division rivals, the Philadelphia 76ers.  These two teams met twice in the preseason with the Celtics coming out on top in both games.  This is the first of 4 meetings between these two teams this season.  This is the Sixers home opener and they are 45-23 all time in home openers.

Both teams have changed somewhat since their preseason games.  The Celtics are now without Gordon Hayward, who was one of their key starters.  On the other hand, The Sixers have Joel Embiid, who missed the preseason.  He will be on a minutes restriction, according to their head coach, but even in limited minutes, Embiid can make a big difference in a game. 

Both teams last played on Wednesday.  The Celtics lost at home to the Milwaukee Bucks in their home opener while the Sixers lost 120-115 to the Wizards on the road.  This is the first of back to back games for the Sixers as they will travel to Toronto for a game on Saturday.

Marcus Morris is still day to day with the sore knees that kept him out of the first two games of the season.  Gordon Hayward underwent successful surgery to repair his ankle and tibia and according to his agent, he will miss the rest of the season.  Richaun Holmes will be out for the Sixers with a wrist injury. 

Key Matchups
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Kyrie Irving vs Jerryd Bayless
Although Ben Simmons does most of the ball handling and runs the offense when he is in the game, Kyrie will likely be matched up with former Celtic Jerryd Bayless.  Kyrie is coming off a game that he would probably like to forget where he shot just 7-25 from the field.  Hopefully he bounces back and has a big game in this one. 

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Jayson Tatum vs Ben Simmons
With the Sixers running their offense through Simmons, for the most part, Jayson's defense will be key in trying to disrupt the Sixers' offense.  Jayson needs to keep him away from the basket and make him shoot from outside.  He also needs to make Simmons work on defense so he can't take any possessions off. 

Honorable Mention
Al Horford vs Joel Embiid
According to Sixers coach Brown, Embiid is going to be on a minutes restriction. Since the Sixers are playing in back to back games, they will likely play him in one and rest him in the other.  He had 18 points and 13 rebounds in 27 minutes on Wednesday.  He will definitely be a tough cover for Al and Al will need to make himself a tough cover for Embiid as well. 

Jayson Tatum vs Markelle Fultz
These two players won't be matched up  against each other in the game for the most part, but they are always  going to be compared.  When Danny Ainge traded the #1 pick for the #3  pick and passed on Fultz, who was the consensus top pick, in order to  take Tatum, it assured the fact that these two players will be  scrutinized and compared for the rest of their careers.  The fact that Fultz didn't start their first game has raised some questions about his abilities. 


Keys to the Game
Defense - The Celtics' defense was better than expected in the preseason, but against the Cavaliers and the Bucks, they struggled on that end.  They have the potential to be a good defensive team and they need to work hard to live up to that potential.  Defense wins games and the Celtics need every player to make defense a priority. 

Be Aggressive
- The Celtics have to be the more aggressive team and go after all the loose balls, and aggressively go after rebounds, and be aggressive on defense. They also have to be aggressive in taking the ball into the paint.  The more aggressive team will usually get the benefit of the whistles.  The Celtics need to work to get back to being the tough and aggressive team they were last season. 

Move the Ball - The Celtics ball movement was stalled in their game against the Bucks. Kyrie seemed to want to go to iso on many possessions and as a team, they all let the ball stick way too much.  They have to get back to moving the ball and finding the open man.  No more hero ball.   

Focus - The Celtics are a young team and at times young players struggle to stay focused especially when playing on the road. They shot just 52.4%  from the line against the Bucks and that shows that they had lost their focus.   It is understandable that they have struggled to keep their focus after Hayward's horrific injury in the first game.  However, they have to make themselves focus on the game and get back to playing Celtics' basketball. 

X-Factors
Next Man Up - The Celtics have a big hole in their rotation where Gordon Hayward should be.  They need to have the next man up mindset and every player needs to step up their game to fill in that hole.  When they do that, then they will be fine. 

Young Players - Both teams are young with a mix of rookies and young players and a few veterans thrown in.  They both need to see growth in their young players and the team that gets more from their youngsters will have the advantage. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: stes on October 19, 2017, 09:56:34 PM
Gotta win this one! Go C’s!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 19, 2017, 09:57:05 PM
Time to get some Ws. I really hope Jaylen owns Simmons again like usual.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on October 19, 2017, 10:04:52 PM
TP to stes and mr. dee for being the first to post in the game thread!!

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Celtics!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: trickybilly on October 19, 2017, 10:08:57 PM
Thrid!

Go C's
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Phantom255x on October 19, 2017, 10:11:13 PM
King Of The Fourth (Post) Right Here!  8)

Go C's!  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: celticslove on October 19, 2017, 10:12:37 PM
Let's Go Cs!!!! TP FL great job let's get win # 1
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Ogaju on October 19, 2017, 10:19:37 PM
Lets go Celtics !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TP FlCf
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 19, 2017, 10:24:47 PM
This should be a fun fast game full of young players on the rise!!! Go Celtics!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: slamtheking on October 19, 2017, 10:59:58 PM
great thread - TP FL
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tazzmaniac on October 19, 2017, 11:18:34 PM
Horford guarding Embiid is going to be interesting.   
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 19, 2017, 11:19:49 PM
Looking forward to this one. I want to see our young guys go up against Embiid, Saric, and Fultz!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 19, 2017, 11:26:19 PM
Horford guarding Embiid is going to be interesting.

It won't be a great sight. I expect Horford to have a solid game, but I also expect him to get abused by The Process.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SparzWizard on October 19, 2017, 11:35:01 PM
Horford guarding Embiid is going to be interesting.

Joel Embiid too physical for Al Horford to handle.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 19, 2017, 11:42:46 PM
Horford guarding Embiid is going to be interesting.

Joel Embiid too physical for Al Horford to handle.

They should start Baynes and slide Tatum and Jaylen down and bring Marcus off the bench.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: footey on October 20, 2017, 12:07:54 AM
How many games did we face Embiid last season? Once?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on October 20, 2017, 12:17:55 AM
Horford guarding Embiid is going to be interesting.
Horford will compete against him but I fear that our team D is nowhere near ready to deal with Embid.  If the Sixers play well, C's could be in for a long night.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tazzmaniac on October 20, 2017, 12:23:52 AM
Horford guarding Embiid is going to be interesting.

Joel Embiid too physical for Al Horford to handle.

They should start Baynes and slide Tatum and Jaylen down and bring Marcus off the bench.
That would mean that Horford would have to guard Simmons which would probably be worse. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 01:49:42 AM
Horford guarding Embiid is going to be interesting.

Joel Embiid too physical for Al Horford to handle.

They should start Baynes and slide Tatum and Jaylen down and bring Marcus off the bench.
That would mean that Horford would have to guard Simmons which would probably be worse.

I was thinking Horford on Covington... Who would guard Horford on the other end? Horford on Embid is not a good match up. I like Baynes on Embid.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: KG Living Legend on October 20, 2017, 02:03:40 AM


 Let's go Fellas!!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hodgy03038 on October 20, 2017, 09:20:45 AM
Go Celts! This is a must win but it won't be easy.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:28:32 AM
Finally a game I can easily watch! Just in tome to watch us squash the 76ers, too!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 09:30:31 AM
Will not be surprise or upset if we lose this game.  Sixers have their guys in order and some good young talent and depth.  We're, understandably still figuring it out.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: TA9 on October 20, 2017, 11:06:09 AM
Smart is uncertain against Philly:
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Chris Forsberg: Marcus Smart tweaked both his ankles vs. Bucks. He's uncertain vs. Sixers. Left ankle heavily wrapped at shootaround
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Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: manl_lui on October 20, 2017, 11:06:57 AM
Smart is uncertain against Philly:
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Chris Forsberg: Marcus Smart tweaked both his ankles vs. Bucks. He's uncertain vs. Sixers. Left ankle heavily wrapped at shootaround
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 >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(

can we catch a break?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Kuberski33 on October 20, 2017, 02:25:13 PM
can we catch a break?
Safe to say they're catching us at the right time  :( ugh
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: ImShakHeIsShaq on October 20, 2017, 02:43:36 PM
I bet smart doesn't tape, he hurts his ankles every season. AB use to do it too because it was better for him on defense but the last time he hurt his ankle he started taping and said he would never go without it again. I was surprised he didn't start after that double ankle surgery his rookie season but I guess young people are hard headed.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: GratefulCs on October 20, 2017, 03:49:24 PM
TP FL!

i remember last season when you started to have more TPs than posts


now you're crushing it. did you make a TP wager in the playoffs?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: chilidawg on October 20, 2017, 05:46:46 PM
With Smart likely out I wouldn't be surprised to see someone like Nader get a start, keeping Rozier in his bench rotation role.  Either that or a second big like Theis starting.  Keep Baynes and Rozier anchoring the second unit, which is pretty thin right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: FLCeltsFan on October 20, 2017, 06:37:18 PM
Brad Stevens announced that tonight's starters are   Kyrie Irving,  Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum,  Al Horford and Aron Baynes 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 07:10:10 PM
I bet smart doesn't tape, he hurts his ankles every season. AB use to do it too because it was better for him on defense but the last time he hurt his ankle he started taping and said he would never go without it again. I was surprised he didn't start after that double ankle surgery his rookie season but I guess young people are hard headed.

Tape and high tops are required.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:10:48 PM
Most annoying PA announcer
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:11:32 PM
Most annoying PA announcer

That CAVS guy is pretty bad!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 07:13:04 PM
Most annoying PA announcer

That CAVS guy is pretty bad!

Heat was the worse. TWO MINUTES... DOS!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 07:15:10 PM
Baynes with 2 early offensive rebounds.

I love it!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:15:15 PM
Baynes is killing it.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 20, 2017, 07:15:30 PM
Most annoying PA announcer

That CAVS guy is pretty bad!

Heat was the worse. TWO MINUTES... DOS!!
Completely forgot about that. Man that used to annoy me
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 07:16:06 PM
Jaylen with the steal!


He's good
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:16:19 PM
I really like this starting line up. It's really big!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 07:16:59 PM
Post Jaylen.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 07:17:10 PM
Baynes automatic
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:17:39 PM
Someone tell horford he's not a guard
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 20, 2017, 07:17:42 PM
Baynes is feeling it
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 20, 2017, 07:18:40 PM
There we go JT
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:20:14 PM
THEIS!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:22:35 PM
Team looks smoother but horford needs to figure out what the hell he wants to do when he has the ball
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 07:25:17 PM
Finishing under contact just isn't Kyrie's game. He's more of a finesse guy.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:25:45 PM
Theis is lost
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:27:07 PM
Theis is lost

Nice block...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Surferdad on October 20, 2017, 07:27:54 PM
Tatum schooling Fultz, lol.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 07:28:08 PM
Tatum is so skilled.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 07:29:52 PM
Come Terry...missed all three?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 07:29:58 PM
Hit the freebies
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:30:41 PM
Rozier needs to practice some free throws.....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 07:31:37 PM
Tatum>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Fultz.

Thank you Danny!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 07:32:38 PM
What a drive and finish by Rozier.  This kid continues to impress.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:33:15 PM
What a drive and finish by Rozier.  This kid continues to impress.

Needs to hit those free throws but he does look much improved...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 07:33:18 PM
Funny, Rozier can't finish on a break but he can with contact.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Eddie20 on October 20, 2017, 07:35:06 PM
Funny, Rozier can't finish on a break but he can with contact.

Probably means he's thinking too much rather than simply playing instinctively.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 07:36:16 PM
Solid minutes from Theis.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:36:48 PM
28% from the line is pitiful!

Up to 44%...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 07:37:20 PM
Horford looks hurt but I hope its nothing serious.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:40:04 PM
Rozier needs to pass that ball!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:40:15 PM
Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. philly
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 07:40:22 PM
Bad defensive positioning from Nader.  Gave McConnell a big lane to the basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on October 20, 2017, 07:40:27 PM
What is Larkin good at?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 07:40:52 PM
Or Larkin I should say
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:41:45 PM
What is Larkin good at?

He has some talent on the offensive end...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:42:13 PM
Give to brown!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 07:42:41 PM
Nader sucks
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:43:57 PM
Cheerleaders best part of the 1st quarter so far.  Rozier needs to be at SG
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on October 20, 2017, 07:44:08 PM
I hope this team figures out how to defend once Morris and Smart come back, because they are going to struggle for points.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 07:44:20 PM
Why does Embiid not play in the post? He's always up at the top of the key pump faking threes like he's Steph Curry.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 07:44:39 PM
Nader sucks

x1000
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 07:45:26 PM
With Smart, Hayward and Morris all out we are really scraping the bottom of the barrel with these reserve line ups.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 07:46:28 PM
Why does Embiid not play in the post? He's always up at the top of the key pump faking threes like he's Steph Curry.

Yeah at times Embiid's bbiq seems iffy.  The guy is a beast in the post, not so at the 3 point line.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:46:33 PM
Jaylen!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 07:46:51 PM
Jaylens J is wet lately
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 20, 2017, 07:46:58 PM
Why does Embiid not play in the post? He's always up at the top of the key pump faking threes like he's Steph Curry.

new modern NBA.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 07:47:58 PM
Hack a Ben. Hack a Fultz
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 07:48:03 PM
That pnr with Yabu and Larkin is the one that Kyrie should do.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Surferdad on October 20, 2017, 07:49:08 PM
Congrats Yabu on your first NBA 3.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:49:08 PM
Yabu!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 07:49:24 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Rosco917 on October 20, 2017, 07:50:15 PM
Jaylens J is wet lately



Wet as in bad, or bad as in good.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:50:15 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:50:39 PM
Jaylens J is wet lately



Wet as in bad, or bad as in good.

Wet is good!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:50:48 PM
This preseason?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on October 20, 2017, 07:51:11 PM
This offense is painful.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 20, 2017, 07:51:48 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...

he can push him out of a buffet line too  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:51:53 PM
This offense is painful.

Losing 3 starting level players will do that...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: GratefulCs on October 20, 2017, 07:51:56 PM
it's amazing to me that embiid will get the calls after having played 30 something games in three years..
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 20, 2017, 07:52:50 PM
This offense is painful.

gonna be till next year. .....gonna be a long year.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 07:53:06 PM
 Nader needs to go back to g league
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:53:34 PM
it's amazing to me that embiid will get the calls after having played 30 something games in three years..

Yeah, once the NBA decides you are a star the weird calls start...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mqtcelticsfan on October 20, 2017, 07:54:06 PM
The Dancing Bear looks fat.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 07:54:12 PM
Our lineup to start the 2nd was really concerning.  But they managed to do a pretty good job.  I hope not to see that combo again though.  Larkin, Rozier, Nader, Brown, and Yabu is not a good combination.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on October 20, 2017, 07:54:13 PM
just joiining the game. i am on an airplane and cant watch it;

updates on scores and plays will earn you all tps.

thanks.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 07:54:28 PM
PLEASE sit Nader
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 07:54:32 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...

Yabu is also a terrible defender, and I'm not convinced he's stronger than Embiid. Embiid is huge and jacked. I'm not actually complaining, our lack of big men means we are going to have some tough match ups.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:55:05 PM
The Celtics are rebounding well tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 07:55:15 PM
Second unit did better than expected, but man does our offense look bad at times. Terrible misses, obvious fouls, turnovers.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on October 20, 2017, 07:55:16 PM
This offense is painful.

Losing 3 starting level players will do that...
I guess. Still horrible to watch.

Never thought I'd have to see Larkin, Yabu, and Nader on the floor at once and not during garbage time. Sad state of affairs right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 07:55:39 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Baynes picked up 3 fouls in the 1st quarter
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:55:48 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...

Yabu is also a terrible defender, and I'm not convinced he's stronger than Embiid. Embiid is huge and jacked. I'm not actually complaining, our lack of big men means we are going to have some tough match ups.

Embid did nothing against Yabu.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 07:56:49 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...

Yabu is also a terrible defender, and I'm not convinced he's stronger than Embiid. Embiid is huge and jacked. I'm not actually complaining, our lack of big men means we are going to have some tough match ups.

Embed did nothing against Yabu.

Small sample size
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 07:57:08 PM
just joiining the game. i am on an airplane and cant watch it;

updates on scores and plays will earn you all tps.

thanks.

my stream says 37-29 celtics...
we are playing ok, nothing great yet.

sixers aren't very impressive today
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:57:09 PM
Nice pass by Theis!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on October 20, 2017, 07:58:48 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...

Yabu is also a terrible defender, and I'm not convinced he's stronger than Embiid. Embiid is huge and jacked. I'm not actually complaining, our lack of big men means we are going to have some tough match ups.

Embed did nothing against Yabu.

Small sample size
that is all that counts in game.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:58:56 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...

Yabu is also a terrible defender, and I'm not convinced he's stronger than Embiid. Embiid is huge and jacked. I'm not actually complaining, our lack of big men means we are going to have some tough match ups.

Embed did nothing against Yabu.

Small sample size

True...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 07:59:18 PM
Nice pass by Theis!

High iq player
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 07:59:20 PM
What about a 3 second call on Johnson?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: knuckleballer on October 20, 2017, 07:59:31 PM
Theis does a nice job boxing out. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on October 20, 2017, 07:59:47 PM
just joiining the game. i am on an airplane and cant watch it;

updates on scores and plays will earn you all tps.

thanks.

my stream says 37-29 celtics...
we are playing ok, nothing great yet.

sixers aren't very impressive today
thanks and a tp. i cant get scores, but i can get cb. so no complaints. ha ha. ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 20, 2017, 07:59:55 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...

Yabu is also a terrible defender, and I'm not convinced he's stronger than Embiid. Embiid is huge and jacked. I'm not actually complaining, our lack of big men means we are going to have some tough match ups.

Embed did nothing against Yabu.

Small sample size
Irrelevant
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 08:00:10 PM
Where did Tatum travel? LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 08:00:53 PM
Ridiculous
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:00:57 PM
Terrible officiating on both sides.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:00:58 PM
Where did Tatum travel? LOL

That crap travel call needs to be cleaned up!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 08:01:19 PM
Simple breakdowns leading to open 3 point looks for Philly.  Good TO by Brad.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: knuckleballer on October 20, 2017, 08:01:29 PM
Where did Tatum travel? LOL

As Scal said, predetermined call.  B.S.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 08:01:41 PM
Yabuselle is covering Embiid?

Yabu is a lot stronger than Embid...

Yabu is also a terrible defender, and I'm not convinced he's stronger than Embiid. Embiid is huge and jacked. I'm not actually complaining, our lack of big men means we are going to have some tough match ups.

Embed did nothing against Yabu.

Small sample size
Irrelevant

The point being just because he didn't go off in the few minutes Yabu was guarding him doesn't mean he wont if given the opportunity again, it doesn't make it a good idea. But we are limited personnel wise, so you live with it.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on October 20, 2017, 08:01:41 PM
This is embarrassing.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 20, 2017, 08:01:45 PM
God I hate that travel call. Terrible
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: GratefulCs on October 20, 2017, 08:01:48 PM
they need to stop calling that stupid "travel"
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:01:50 PM
Where did Tatum travel? LOL

That crap travel call needs to be cleaned up!

If that was Lebron, officials would sweep it under the rug.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:02:00 PM
Ridiculous

Especially after all the long walks in the park LeBron had on opening night.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 08:02:05 PM
Where did Tatum travel? LOL

That crap travel call needs to be cleaned up!

Ya like are we not allowed to pump fake then put the ball on the floor? I get that he picks his foot up before he dribbles but come on, that's such a petty call.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on October 20, 2017, 08:03:11 PM
is smart out tonight? what happened?

score please.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:03:49 PM
We are missing the perimeter defense from last year, but we will get there.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: GratefulCs on October 20, 2017, 08:03:50 PM
is smart out tonight? what happened?

score please.
smart hurt his ankle last game

tied at 37 i believe
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: knuckleballer on October 20, 2017, 08:04:00 PM
Where did Tatum travel? LOL

That crap travel call needs to be cleaned up!

If that was Lebron, officials would sweep it under the rug.

If that was Lebron, he could have tucked it under is arm like a football, shoved the defender out of his way, charged the rim without dribbling, dunked it for an and one.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:04:08 PM
is smart out tonight? what happened?

score please.

twisted ankle
39-37 celtics lead
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Rosco917 on October 20, 2017, 08:04:29 PM
is smart out tonight? what happened?

score please.

39-37 c's
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 08:04:48 PM
Trade horford
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:05:09 PM
Trade horford

please no
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on October 20, 2017, 08:05:47 PM
tps all the way around. thanks guys.

i can get celtics.com to follow the score now.

brown must be looking good.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:05:55 PM
These refs are taking all the momentum out of this game.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 08:05:57 PM
Wow these refs are absolute garbage
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:05:57 PM
is smart out tonight? what happened?

score please.

twisted ankle
39-37 celtics lead

41-39 us!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 20, 2017, 08:06:07 PM

Trade horford

Glad you're not the GM
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 08:06:27 PM
What a TERRIBLE call.  Right in front of the official.  Clean block by Tatum.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bello_man09 on October 20, 2017, 08:06:37 PM
AL needs to step up
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:06:39 PM
Another crap call....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Surferdad on October 20, 2017, 08:06:46 PM
Fultz ff’s are painful
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:06:54 PM
Trade horford

please no

For Anthony Davis....sure
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 20, 2017, 08:07:00 PM
What was that ?!?!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:07:03 PM
Refs sucks so bad, even the home crowd is booing them.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:07:17 PM
It's 41-41 now..
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 08:07:52 PM
Jaylen is a two way player!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bello_man09 on October 20, 2017, 08:07:52 PM
Brown is a monster.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:08:31 PM
Jaylen is going to be a star, no question....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:08:39 PM
cmon guys we need our fts
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:08:58 PM
Team with their free throw woes, smh...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 08:09:11 PM
52.4% from the FT line last game. 50% so far now.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 20, 2017, 08:09:27 PM
this is awful
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:10:03 PM
Great rebound by Rozier over Ben Simmons
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bello_man09 on October 20, 2017, 08:10:07 PM
Wow....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:10:25 PM
Nice Hustle by Jaylen....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 08:10:26 PM
Lol that’s an unbelievably bad call again are you kidding??
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Rosco917 on October 20, 2017, 08:10:39 PM
The NBA refs are embarrassing. The rules committee should be shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:10:40 PM
Jaylen making a lot of extra effort plays.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 08:10:45 PM
These refs are unbelievable.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:10:48 PM
we seem to be a lot better rebounding team this year so far.
terry is great at rebounding, tatum seems to have a knack for getting the boards too.
Theis, Baynes are good too.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bello_man09 on October 20, 2017, 08:11:00 PM
Lol that’s an unbelievably bad call again are you kidding??

killed a sick move by Rozier.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:11:09 PM
These guys/gals are the worst!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:11:39 PM
Lol that’s an unbelievably bad call again are you kidding??

It's some hot garbage officiating! REALLY BAD!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 08:11:46 PM
7 missed free throws smh.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:12:40 PM
Another foul!  I can't believe it. ::)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:12:42 PM
The Refs killed this game....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:12:43 PM
Terrible game overall.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 08:13:14 PM
These refs are horrible
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 08:13:22 PM
I can’t these refs are unreal curse them out Brad
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:13:26 PM
philly def FOULED Rozier
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 08:13:56 PM
Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline.ing sick of roziers hero ball
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:14:15 PM
I have never seen Brad like this!!!! REFS ARE BS!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:14:21 PM
bad end to the 1/2 there....ugly

really bad calls all over the place, rozier decides to take a transition 3 with about 16 secs left in the 1/2 with no one underneath, gotta play smart and hold for the last shot.  just being patient would have saved that last basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: knuckleballer on October 20, 2017, 08:14:24 PM
If Stevens is yelling at the refs, you know they're doing an awful job.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 08:14:35 PM
13 TOs.

And an incredibly stupid shot from Rozier.  We deserve to lose.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bello_man09 on October 20, 2017, 08:14:36 PM
this is going to be a longggggggggg season!!! i might start drinking again.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 08:14:55 PM
Tatum needs more looks
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on October 20, 2017, 08:14:58 PM
Like I said, embarrassing.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: GratefulCs on October 20, 2017, 08:14:58 PM
i'm gonna throw up over these calls
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:15:01 PM
Refs sucked the energy out of the team.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:15:05 PM
this is going to be a longggggggggg season!!! i might start drinking again.

ME TOO!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:15:31 PM
Sloppy play to finish the half. Too many turnovers & missed FTs. Fundamentals killing C's.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 08:16:08 PM
I have never seen Brad like this!!!! REFS ARE BS!

Think Brad is frustrated and it's coming out.  Not really how he envisioned this season starting g I'm sure
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:16:38 PM
If Stevens is yelling at the refs, you know they're doing an awful job.

I can't remember a much worse reffed quarter. That lady ref was getting an earful too.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PhoSita on October 20, 2017, 08:17:06 PM
Ugh.

The Celts look like a young, athletic, talented ... inexperienced, disorganized team.  They're trying hard to play fast, execute the system, make hustle plays, etc.

All of which is great.

But this team is really ROUGH, which is tough to swallow given we had hopes they'd be better this season than last season.

It's ironic that the narrative over the summer was "REBUILD OVER!" and now the product on the floor looks more like a rebuilding team than we've seen since 2014.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: max215 on October 20, 2017, 08:17:15 PM
Kyrie Irving has been fairly efficient. I still do not enjoy watching him. Credit my consistency at the very least.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Rosco917 on October 20, 2017, 08:17:31 PM
Refs sucked the energy out of the team.



perfect analogy.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mainevent on October 20, 2017, 08:17:33 PM
Retarded play by Rozier. Missed free throws, HORRIBLE calls by these trash refs are gonna cost us a W.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on October 20, 2017, 08:18:13 PM
13 TOs.

And an incredibly stupid shot from Rozier.  We deserve to lose.
yes, decision making is not one of rozier's strong points.  :P
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bopna on October 20, 2017, 08:18:18 PM
13 TOs.

And an incredibly stupid shot from Rozier.  We deserve to lose.

Can't believe im saying this but im missing IT.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 08:18:26 PM
That was such an unwatchable half. Whistles blew everywhere, no type of flow at all.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on October 20, 2017, 08:18:29 PM
Kyrie Irving has been fairly efficient. I still do not enjoy watching him. Credit my consistency at the very least.

I'm really glad to have you here.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:19:40 PM
I have never seen Brad like this!!!! REFS ARE BS!

Think Brad is frustrated and it's coming out.  Not really how he envisioned this season starting g I'm sure

I think the refs in this game have been pretty good reason to flip out.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 08:20:26 PM
Well, Brown was good. 9 point, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, +3 in a game we are down by 4. Needs to hit his free throws tho. Tatum 6 points, 3 rebounds and 3 blocks (should have been four) was solid.  The 13 turn overs killed us. 7 bench points vs their 16.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:20:28 PM
Most of the half was pretty good but there was a really awful stretch.  The refs have been terrible and made the game have no flow and be unwatchable.

The guy who has looked the worst is Embiid.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: footey on October 20, 2017, 08:20:57 PM
Refs were awful but Stevens coached a poor first half.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bopna on October 20, 2017, 08:21:41 PM
The way this team is playing...its lottery bound even with Kyrie.
Just disorganized helter skelter basketball..Im baffled from all those missed FTs..Edited.  Profanity and masked profanity are against forum rules and may result in discipline. is going on.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:21:54 PM
13 turnovers against Philly's D is the one that sticks out.  They aren't really getting after us very much, and we just had too many dumb turnovers.  Gotta get the heads in the game a bit more.  This is a game we should win.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bopna on October 20, 2017, 08:23:19 PM
Its early but its really looking like we are a match to the freakin Fakers right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:23:30 PM
at least the speed painter on the 1/2 time show is entertaining to watch....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hwangjini_1 on October 20, 2017, 08:23:40 PM
13 turnovers against Philly's D is the one that sticks out.  They aren't really getting after us very much, and we just had too many dumb turnovers.  Gotta get the heads in the game a bit more.  This is a game we should win.
agreed on the winning. there is still a lot of time left and the celitcs are only down by 4. they will come back and win this one.  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:25:15 PM
13 turnovers against Philly's D is the one that sticks out.  They aren't really getting after us very much, and we just had too many dumb turnovers.  Gotta get the heads in the game a bit more.  This is a game we should win.
agreed on the winning. there is still a lot of time left and the celitcs are only down by 4. they will come back and win this one.  ;D

tp for positivity!  I think we will win too.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bello_man09 on October 20, 2017, 08:27:06 PM
Its early but its really looking like we are a match to the freakin Fakers right now.

I was watching those bums last night and i was thinking at least we should be able to beat these guys easily.  :'( :'(
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 08:30:44 PM
We look awful on both ends of the floor.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 08:31:40 PM
Pathetic.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:31:52 PM
Jaylen needs to challenge that shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Vox_Populi on October 20, 2017, 08:33:07 PM
Eh, probably time I adjust my short-term expectations. No point getting too upset, these guys are doing the best they can, they just don't have the chemistry or talent. Too many new and incompetent parts.

Just hoping now Jaylen and Jayson can continue to improve.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: arctic 3.0 on October 20, 2017, 08:33:07 PM
Where's the ball movement, where are the cutters, where's the play execution?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on October 20, 2017, 08:33:09 PM
awful game to watch, looks like 2 lottery teams fighting for the best odds... and the refs make things even worse..
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PAOBoston on October 20, 2017, 08:33:32 PM
Not trying to overreact but the compete level is pretty bad right now.

Too many missed FTs. Too many turnovers. Too many bad shots. All signs of young team.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Billz401 on October 20, 2017, 08:33:55 PM
One of the absolute worst halfs of basketball I have ever watched.. officiating was complete trash, no rythm to the game. Stupid shot selection by alot of our guys. And can anyone hit a dam free throw??  It pains me to know that horford is taking up 30 percent of our cap and is terrible so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bello_man09 on October 20, 2017, 08:33:56 PM
we look defeated...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:34:35 PM
THESE REFS ARE COMPLETE DOG CRAPOLA

WORST I HAVE SEEN IN AWHILE.

I LIKE OUR DRIVES TO HOOP BUT WE ARE NOY FINISHING

TOO MANY TURNOVERS

Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on October 20, 2017, 08:34:47 PM
Just tuning in.  Is any one providing leadership for the Celtics?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: arctic 3.0 on October 20, 2017, 08:35:18 PM
Next man up used to work for us.
Not yet this year.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:35:41 PM
Tatum looks rookie confused and exhausted.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 08:37:35 PM
Flat
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PAOBoston on October 20, 2017, 08:37:45 PM
Tatum looks rookie confused and exhausted.
Well, he is a rookie. To be expected.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 08:39:41 PM
We really miss Smart out there. We would be up easily in this game if he was playing.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 08:40:09 PM
And Brown has gone cold, now 4-12 after starting 4-6.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Green-18 on October 20, 2017, 08:40:16 PM
Just tuning in.  Is any one providing leadership for the Celtics?

It's difficult to tell because EVERYONE is confused at the moment.  I will say that Kyrie seems fully committed to running the offense and is trying to communicate each time down the floor.  No hero ball from him at all tonight.

It feels like we just need a two minute spark from someone to get us back in the game.  The entire team is searching.  Smart's ability to run the pick and roll would have been a tremendous help.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:40:20 PM
We really miss Smart out there. We would be up easily in this game if he was playing.

His defense is a big factor.  And passing would help.

Right now we need Jaylen to hit some of these shots.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:40:31 PM
I'm not opposed to letting Bird get a few minutes.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on October 20, 2017, 08:40:57 PM
Rozier looks good again.  And if I didn't know Kyrie was on the cover of 2k, I'd think Jaylen is the best player on the team again (albeit cold atm).
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:41:30 PM
We really miss Smart out there. We would be up easily in this game if he was playing.

I was thinking the same thing. Need his leadership. His energy. He inspires others.

Need his ball-handling, passing and decision making (non-shot selection decisions) too. Give the offense some stability and allow others to flourish.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:41:34 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 08:41:52 PM
Brown startin to chuck
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Rosco917 on October 20, 2017, 08:41:58 PM
I hate to say what I'm thinking...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:42:07 PM
We really miss Smart out there. We would be up easily in this game if he was playing.

I was thinking the same thing. Need his leadership. His energy. He inspires others.

He would also be covering Reddick I bet.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:42:14 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.

Amen
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:42:39 PM
11 assists so far is not good for a "passing" team...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 08:44:38 PM
Go figure that the officials need to review the call.  The ball clearly wasn't inbounded yet.  Incompetent as they come.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 08:44:43 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.

How you figure that? Only KI and AH, everyone else is unproven. At least last year you had AB, JC etc.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PAOBoston on October 20, 2017, 08:44:48 PM
5 for 13 on FT. Embarrassing stuff.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:46:16 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.

Amen

yeah it is what it is. I am seeing tons of positives. love that rozier and brown and kyrie can go coast to coast to the hoop for high % shots. also liked seeing brown post up. wherever we have a mismatch let's exploit it. need better passing and instincts. less turnovers.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:46:39 PM
Incidental contact. Shouldn't call that a foul.

League is so soft.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:46:43 PM
I think Tatum is going to have another double double...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PAOBoston on October 20, 2017, 08:47:29 PM
3pt shooting is going to be a huge problem for this team.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:47:41 PM
I would be interested in seeing Kadeem Allen get the nod tonight.

Solely to defend JJ Redick.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: keevsnick on October 20, 2017, 08:47:48 PM
Horford needs to hit a shot. He's had some bad misses tonight.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Rosco917 on October 20, 2017, 08:48:01 PM
I sort of thought Kyrie would be able to break down the defense more.

When Baynes sits so does the rebounding.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:48:02 PM
Everyone is just standing. No one is cutting to the basket.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on October 20, 2017, 08:48:30 PM
unwatchable...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 08:48:31 PM
I would be interested in seeing Kadeem Allen get the nod tonight.

Solely to defend JJ Redick.

That's a good call.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: cltc5 on October 20, 2017, 08:48:32 PM
We may be the worst team in the league right now
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: arctic 3.0 on October 20, 2017, 08:48:47 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.
I disagree
I'm not judging the Irving trade yet but we gave up glue/system guys
Hard to keep identity with so much turnover
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:48:49 PM
Saric's jumper is ugly.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 08:48:50 PM
3pt shooting is going to be a huge problem for this team.

Ya, losing AB, KO, JC and then with GH going down..very poor spacing. Morris should help out a bit when he makes his way back.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:49:21 PM
Embiid realized he wasn't a pure jumpshooter suddenly.  No to discredit Baynes defense.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 08:49:31 PM
Tough game from Horford so far.  We really need to him to be better at both ends.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: arctic 3.0 on October 20, 2017, 08:50:17 PM
We may be the worst team in the league right now
I honestly don't know how much GH would improve us.
No chemistry, can't make shots.
Ugh
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:50:17 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.

How you figure that? Only KI and AH, everyone else is unproven. At least last year you had AB, JC etc.

not sure if serious??  BAYNES, morris are both proven and UPGRADES from what we had last year. tatum and brown will be fine. brown is better already than last year. rozier is better than last year already. do the math!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:50:17 PM
Kyrie over-dribbling. Got bailed out with the foul.

Needs to make his moves quicker. The whole offense stops moving when he dribbles like that.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Green-18 on October 20, 2017, 08:50:28 PM
I sort of thought Kyrie would be able to break down the defense more.

When Baynes sits so does the rebounding.

I think he is caught between running the offense and finding his own shot.  I'm sure there's a part of him that wants to take over the game but he is resisting.

On another note this has been a terrible game from Horford.  He can't play like this while this new group is trying to develop chemistry.  Al needs to be assertive in everything that he does.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticSooner on October 20, 2017, 08:50:34 PM
This is complete street ball. Horrible to watch. Neither team running any kind of offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:51:12 PM
Embiid needs to realize he has a post game and works off that with the other things.  A euro step jesus H.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 08:51:21 PM
This is an ugly game. Its the 3rd game in 4 nights for the Celtics though, what's Phili's excuse?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:51:35 PM
Bird for 3
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:51:55 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on October 20, 2017, 08:52:03 PM
what a brickfest...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:53:07 PM
Its an ugly game but glad to see them clawing back.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:53:21 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:53:49 PM
They did even recognize m.night.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:53:56 PM
TATUM TO THE HOOP AND TWO!

NIIIIIIICE

KEEP GOING TO THE BASKET!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:54:03 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:54:16 PM
They did even recognize m.night.

He does NOT deserve it.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:54:43 PM
BAYNES!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PhoSita on October 20, 2017, 08:55:01 PM
This is an ugly game. Its the 3rd game in 4 nights for the Celtics though, what's Phili's excuse?

They're a young, inexperienced team trying to integrate many new pieces.


Same story for the Celts.


It's looking like this will be a rough few months to start the year.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:55:08 PM
They did even recognize m.night.

He does NOT deserve it.

Their filming the Unbreakable sequel. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 08:55:14 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.

How you figure that? Only KI and AH, everyone else is unproven. At least last year you had AB, JC etc.

not sure if serious??  BAYNES, morris are both proven and UPGRADES from what we had last year. tatum and brown will be fine. brown is better already than last year. rozier is better than last year already. do the math!

What have Baynes and Morris proven? Baynes was barely in the Spurs' rotation. Never averaged more than 16 minutes a game before coming to Boston. Morris has been a starter on a bad team for most of his career. That's not a proven upgrade on paper.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:55:41 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

we have drove the hoop all night but we miss layups also
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:55:43 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticSooner on October 20, 2017, 08:55:47 PM
Unless Kyrie gets hot this is another L.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:56:07 PM
They did even recognize m.night.

He does NOT deserve it.

Their filming the Unbreakable sequel.

oooo I didn't know there was one.  That's one of his movies I actually like.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:56:49 PM
I like this Bird kid.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:56:50 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

Yeah they just aren't making them.  I feel bad for Kyrie because he will get the heat too but he is dropping dimes on some of these plays.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:57:08 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 20, 2017, 08:57:28 PM
Anyone else think Embiid isn't as quick as last season? isn't moving as well?

He looks much stiffer to me. Heavier.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 08:57:42 PM
The FT woes continues
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PhoSita on October 20, 2017, 08:57:56 PM
It's remarkable that a team with playoff aspirations is giving so many shots and rotation minutes to guys who were not only NOT on the team last year, but not even in the LEAGUE last year.

That would be true even if Hayward were healthy, but dang.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 08:58:11 PM
They did even recognize m.night.

He does NOT deserve it.

Their filming the Unbreakable sequel.

oooo I didn't know there was one.  That's one of his movies I actually like.

U seen split? It is in the same movie universe.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 08:58:11 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:58:28 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.

How you figure that? Only KI and AH, everyone else is unproven. At least last year you had AB, JC etc.

not sure if serious??  BAYNES, morris are both proven and UPGRADES from what we had last year. tatum and brown will be fine. brown is better already than last year. rozier is better than last year already. do the math!

What have Baynes and Morris proven? Baynes was barely in the Spurs' rotation. Never averaged more than 16 minutes a game before coming to Boston. Morris has been a starter on a bad team for most of his career. That's not a proven upgrade on paper.


IF YOU DO NOT THINK THOSE TWO UPGRADE US AT THOSE SPOTS FROM LAST YEAR THEN THIS CONVO IS OVER AND I WONT WASTE MY TIME ANYMORE ON YOU
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PhoSita on October 20, 2017, 08:58:53 PM
Anyone else think Embiid isn't as quick as last season? isn't moving as well?

He looks much stiffer to me. Heavier.

I agree, he looks a little Oden-esque in his movement.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 08:59:16 PM
Baynes!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 08:59:22 PM
BAYNES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  KEEP CRASHING BROTHER! SHAKE THE HATERS!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 08:59:34 PM
nice little cheap shot from Embiid on Baynes there...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on October 20, 2017, 08:59:36 PM
Anyone else think Embiid isn't as quick as last season? isn't moving as well?

He looks much stiffer to me. Heavier.

he looks tired to me
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 08:59:45 PM
If I were a Philly fan at this game, I would be p---ed

These refs suck
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PhoSita on October 20, 2017, 08:59:46 PM
Call me a white guy from New England all you want, but I like Aron Baynes.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 09:00:06 PM
BAYNES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  KEEP CRASHING BROTHER! SHAKE THE HATERS!

Nothing better than an offensive rebound.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:00:19 PM
Call me a white guy from New England all you want, but I like Aron Baynes.

He's good.  He defends and rebounds and has a jump shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:00:20 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...

JAE SUCKED AS AN OFFENSIVE PLAYER OVERALL

FACT
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 09:00:25 PM
work out the kinks and chemistry this year. be ready next year to make a real run to the finals. this team ON PAPER even without GH is better than last years but we are seeing the issues now.

How you figure that? Only KI and AH, everyone else is unproven. At least last year you had AB, JC etc.

not sure if serious??  BAYNES, morris are both proven and UPGRADES from what we had last year. tatum and brown will be fine. brown is better already than last year. rozier is better than last year already. do the math!

What have Baynes and Morris proven? Baynes was barely in the Spurs' rotation. Never averaged more than 16 minutes a game before coming to Boston. Morris has been a starter on a bad team for most of his career. That's not a proven upgrade on paper.


IF YOU DO NOT THINK THOSE TWO UPGRADE US AT THOSE SPOTS FROM LAST YEAR THEN THIS CONVO IS OVER AND I WONT WASTE MY TIME ANYMORE ON YOU

lawl..
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:00:34 PM
Man we needed that basket from Baynes.

This game has been borderline unwatchable between the poor officiating and our disjointed play especially on offense.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PAOBoston on October 20, 2017, 09:00:43 PM
This is probably one of the worst games I have ever watched 2 teams play. My eyes hurt from watching. Their preseason game was better executed.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:00:45 PM
If I were a Philly fan at this game, I would be p---ed

These refs suck

They were. Already chanting "REFEREE SUCKS" all game long.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 09:00:57 PM
Call me a white guy from New England all you want, but I like Aron Baynes.

What is there not to like about Baynes today?  10/8 in 13 minutes and a bunch of foul calls on him that were pretty iffy..

I will take that all day.  I know Pho will too..
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticSooner on October 20, 2017, 09:01:00 PM
Call me a white guy from New England all you want, but I like Aron Baynes.

He's good.  He defends and rebounds and has a jump shot.

Basically the opposite of Amir last year.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:01:03 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...

Nah man didn't you here Jae sucks now because he's not on the Celtics
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Green-18 on October 20, 2017, 09:01:25 PM
This is probably one of the worst games I have ever watched 2 teams play. My eyes hurt from watching. Their preseason game was better executed.

If this was my first time watching the NBA then I don't think I would ever tune in again lol
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: jpotter33 on October 20, 2017, 09:01:58 PM
So, I'm at a Department dinner and missing the game. Are we playing as mediocre as the box score suggests?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 09:02:10 PM
This is probably one of the worst games I have ever watched 2 teams play. My eyes hurt from watching. Their preseason game was better executed.

It's this official crew.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:02:20 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...

JAE SUCKED AS AN OFFENSIVE PLAYER OVERALL

FACT

Keyword. But we needed the spacing he provides. That's one thing this team currently lacks.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:02:21 PM
If I were a Philly fan at this game, I would be p---ed

These refs suck

They were. Already chanting "REFEREE SUCKS" all game long.

It's reminding me of the Rockets game last year as far as refs sucking, except at least this game they're bad in general instead of bad and completely one sided
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Diggles on October 20, 2017, 09:02:34 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL



Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...

JAE SUCKED AS AN OFFENSIVE PLAYER OVERALL

FACT

🤔😳
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: danglertx on October 20, 2017, 09:02:50 PM
Should have been a tech on Embid after the quarter ended.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: A Future of Stevens on October 20, 2017, 09:03:04 PM
The Sixers dunk team is pretty bad.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PhoSita on October 20, 2017, 09:03:21 PM
So far Kyrie hasn't shown me anything to make me feel good about him becoming a guy who elevates a team, rather than just scoring buckets.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:03:26 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...

JAE SUCKED AS AN OFFENSIVE PLAYER OVERALL

FACT

Keyword. But we needed the spacing he provides. That's one thing this team currently lacks.

If you can do one thing very well, you are a better offensive player than many of our players our showing right now because they are doing nothing well.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:03:32 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...

Nah man didn't you here Jae sucks now because he's not on the Celtics

HE SUCKED HERE ALSO AS AN OFFENSIVE PLAYER OVERALL BUT KEEP MELTING! LOL
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:03:36 PM
Embid is an entitled little punk!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:03:37 PM
So, I'm at a Department dinner and missing the game. Are we playing as mediocre as the box score suggests?

We're in full-on bakery mode, churning out turnovers like it's our job
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Phantom255x on October 20, 2017, 09:04:35 PM
So, I'm at a Department dinner and missing the game. Are we playing as mediocre as the box score suggests?

Oh hey lol I'm at a dinner too, for some cultural festival
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PhoSita on October 20, 2017, 09:05:28 PM
I just keep marveling at how few of these lineups feature more than one or two guys who has played together and has more than a year or two in this league.

If this were the team that entered the season and it was some franchise other than the Celts I think we'd all assume they would have a hard time making the playoffs.

Might be Brad's toughest challenge yet.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Green-18 on October 20, 2017, 09:05:28 PM
Really hope this group can pull out the win tonight.  Winning ugly can be a good thing for a young team like this.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:05:35 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...

Nah man didn't you here Jae sucks now because he's not on the Celtics

HE SUCKED HERE ALSO AS AN OFFENSIVE PLAYER OVERALL BUT KEEP MELTING! LOL

Then he must have been so sucks he flipped around to the "good" size if the spectrum, because he's always been a team leader in +/-

And it certainly wasn't his defense keeping him up there last season
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Green-18 on October 20, 2017, 09:06:43 PM
Nice bucket from Al!  We need him to be aggressive for the rest of the game.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:06:45 PM
Kyrie has broken down the defense on multiple plays, no one has hit the shots he has given them.

bingo!

They've been wide open too.

This is where we miss AB and probably Crowder. Semi is our best guy for the role, but he's too inexperienced and shy right now.

AB? sure. Jae? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

Jae is a better  shooter than most everyone on our team now.  He shot 40% last year...

Nah man didn't you here Jae sucks now because he's not on the Celtics

HE SUCKED HERE ALSO AS AN OFFENSIVE PLAYER OVERALL BUT KEEP MELTING! LOL

Then he must have been so sucks he flipped around to the "good" size if the spectrum, because he's always been a team leader in +/-

And it certainly wasn't his defense keeping him up there last season

Yes.  There's a huge difference between shooting that well from 3 and 30% or so.  People have to cover you and that creates space.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on October 20, 2017, 09:07:16 PM
Thank goodness Rozier is playing well again with efficient scoring and limited TOs.  Guard play has otherwise been awful against horrible competition. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:07:31 PM
LET'S GO CELTICS!

LARKIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:08:04 PM
AL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Green-18 on October 20, 2017, 09:08:14 PM
Shane Larkin has some nice skills especially in the pick and roll.  I envision him being a spark plug in a lot of these ugly games.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:08:50 PM
nice baseline shot by terry
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:08:55 PM
Larkin outperforming Kyrie with the pnr execution so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:09:12 PM
LET'S GO CELTICS!

LARKIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

I expected Larkin to get cut when he was first signed, but he has looked like a rotation player some games, and at worst a deep bench guy. I'm very impressed
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:09:35 PM
another on the baseline this time by AL!

Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:09:52 PM
LET'S GO CELTICS!

LARKIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

I expected Larkin to get cut when he was first signed, but he has looked like a rotation player some games, and at worst a deep bench guy. I'm very impressed

He can run pick and roll very well.  That's why he was successful in Europe.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 09:10:01 PM
Our offense has really settled down with Larkin running it.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:10:18 PM
Thank goodness Rozier is playing well again with efficient scoring and limited TOs.  Guard play has otherwise been awful against horrible competition.

It's like someone told him it's the playoffs. It's great to see him stepping up and looking like an actual player
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:10:28 PM
86-84 Celtics if anyone still wanted to know...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on October 20, 2017, 09:10:32 PM
Al finally woke up
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:10:37 PM
Huge spark from Larkin.

Isn't it amazing how much better the game flows when the refs aren't blowing their whistle every other play on crap calls?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 09:11:11 PM
Huge spark from Larkin.

Isn't it amazing how much better the game flows when the refs aren't blowing their whistle every other play on crap calls?

So much this. so much.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: arctic 3.0 on October 20, 2017, 09:11:13 PM
Well at least I got to watch Samuel l Jackson eat French fries

Ball movement is better...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 09:11:33 PM
Our offense has really settled down with Larkin running it.

Bird giving some solid minutes too. Nader had his chance, but couldn't get it done.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:11:39 PM
Our offense has really settled down with Larkin running it.

Larkin is a good offensive player and more of a point than Rozier. They look good together....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Jiri Welsch on October 20, 2017, 09:11:50 PM
Let’s see if Kyrie can step up to close out a game. We’re gonna need him..
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:12:18 PM
Our offense has really settled down with Larkin running it.

we are gonna be deep before it is over. almost every guy can contribute off our bench. yabu sux for now but it is what it is. I will take it. like what i see from the no names like  larkin, theis theis baby, nader, even bird has contributed.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: arctic 3.0 on October 20, 2017, 09:13:24 PM
Our offense has really settled down with Larkin running it.

But... but...  Kyrie :(

Hope our "cornerstone" settles in soon.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:13:54 PM
YEEEEEEEEEEEEES  TATUM! GO TATUM, THATS MY TATUM!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:14:13 PM
hahaha Tatum slumped him.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 09:14:17 PM
Tatum is a player!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: A Future of Stevens on October 20, 2017, 09:14:26 PM
LET'S GO CELTICS!

LARKIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

I expected Larkin to get cut when he was first signed, but he has looked like a rotation player some games, and at worst a deep bench guy. I'm very impressed

Same. I know it's the bombastic side of me, but I want to keep him around going forward haha
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:14:34 PM
YEEEEEEEEEEEEES  TATUM! GO TATUM, THATS MY TATUM!

That's my Tatum too!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:15:33 PM
need to see more from semi but i am sure we will  as season progreses.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:15:56 PM
Horrible possession from kyrie.  Let's go man
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 09:15:56 PM
Bro Kyrie needs to not do that.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:16:03 PM
KYRIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIE
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: jpotter33 on October 20, 2017, 09:16:37 PM
Tatum and Rozier look like they're having yet another good game.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:17:13 PM
kyrie again!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: arctic 3.0 on October 20, 2017, 09:17:41 PM
Play in the system kyrie...*^%#!
Edit: and there you go!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:18:00 PM
That's right, Kyrie.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 09:18:00 PM
Larkin!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:18:33 PM
LARKIN FOR THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

KABOOM BABY!    8) 8) 8)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:18:52 PM
Larkin looking like the second best shooter on the team, which means he needs to play.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:18:56 PM
Larkin >>>>>> Kyrie ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 09:19:00 PM
Larkin has been huge. Hm...who should be cut out the guard rotation...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:19:05 PM
Larkin!!


Larkin be sparkin'!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:19:21 PM
lets close this out celts!

play D in the lane.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: GratefulCs on October 20, 2017, 09:19:21 PM
lets go
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bello_man09 on October 20, 2017, 09:19:52 PM
Larkin stepping up big time.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Jiri Welsch on October 20, 2017, 09:20:03 PM
Larkin has been huge. Hm...who should be cut out the guard rotation...

Someone will be hurt...!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PAOBoston on October 20, 2017, 09:20:16 PM
The Larkin-Irving backcourt is fire!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: GratefulCs on October 20, 2017, 09:20:17 PM
Larkin has been huge. Hm...who should be cut out the guard rotation...
are you suggesting the celtics cutt off smart?


and your user name is celticsD?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticSooner on October 20, 2017, 09:20:26 PM
The C’s sign these fringe NBA guys and all of sudden start balling. That’s coaching.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 09:20:33 PM
Tatum and Rozier look like they're having yet another good game.

They are playing good not great. Larkin and Bird have played well off the bench.  Especially Larkin.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:21:02 PM
LET'S GO CELTICS!

LARKIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

I expected Larkin to get cut when he was first signed, but he has looked like a rotation player some games, and at worst a deep bench guy. I'm very impressed

Same. I know it's the bombastic side of me, but I want to keep him around going forward haha

If he's okay with making the minimum long term, I'd be all for it
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tstorey_97 on October 20, 2017, 09:21:12 PM
Ainge exec of year for picking up Larkin for a 12 pack of Coors lite and 625 Euros.

Value.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:21:35 PM
Larkin's play making isn't too shabby. With the lack of Smart and Hayward, he really comes in handy.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Jiri Welsch on October 20, 2017, 09:21:38 PM
Imagine if we weren’t shooting free throws with our left hands tonight!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 09:22:00 PM
The sixers play some really bad d at times.  how wide open was larkin on that 3.
not that I am complaining, lets just get out of here with a win.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on October 20, 2017, 09:23:20 PM
Any one see Simmons just move Kyrie about 5 feet for a rebound, right after Covington's block on Kyrie?  Yikes.  He looked like a highly marketable child.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 09:23:29 PM
6 guys with more than 6 or more boards tonight, 4 starters with 8 each.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:23:40 PM
kyrie with the old dwayne wade trick of jumping into defender. I WILL TAKE IT!  ;D ;)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:24:02 PM
Simmons move is the crossover then dribble into the guy defending him then pass to someone.  Repeat.  That's a PG folks.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:24:38 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 09:24:38 PM
Larkin has been huge. Hm...who should be cut out the guard rotation...
are you suggesting the celtics cutt off smart?


and your user name is celticsD?

Nah I'm not sayin that, but Smart is probably my least favorite Celtic to kick off the season. And my name is CelticD because my first name starts with a D lol
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:24:53 PM
Larkin's play making isn't too shabby. With the lack of Smart and Hayward, he really comes in handy.

Larkin is a good offensive player. He was when he was with The Nets too. It's defense where he struggles....
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:25:21 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
'Did you watch the team last year?  It's the same thing IT was running exactly.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:26:12 PM
what is tatum's stat line? double double again>
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: YoungOne87 on October 20, 2017, 09:26:36 PM
saved by larkin, who would have thought?  ;D
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticSooner on October 20, 2017, 09:26:48 PM
Played much more sound in the 4th Quarter. That was the difference.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:26:51 PM
what is tatum's stat line? double double again>

Tatum 15 and 8
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticD on October 20, 2017, 09:26:55 PM
what is tatum's stat line? double double again>

15, 8 boards, 3 blocks, 3/8 shooting.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:27:02 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
'Did you watch the team last year?  It's the same thing IT was running exactly.

i know right!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PhoSita on October 20, 2017, 09:27:16 PM
Nice, composed close to the game by Kyrie.

Gaining some confidence in him.

Horford, steady as always.  Clutch.

Larkin and Baynes look like useful role players to have.

Tatum, Brown, rough but talented.  Rozier continues to look pretty good.

Theis, Yabu, Nader, Bird .... hopefully we won't need to play these guys anymore once Smart and Morris are back.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Jiri Welsch on October 20, 2017, 09:27:18 PM
When does Morris get back
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:27:36 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
'Did you watch the team last year?  It's the same thing IT was running exactly.

I watched every game except maybe one last year.  I'd prefer for us to not have too many possessions like that despite IT having a special year and an incredible ability to score in the 4th.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Chief on October 20, 2017, 09:27:40 PM
what is tatum's stat line? double double again>

Rookie of the year
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: BitterJim on October 20, 2017, 09:28:11 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
'Did you watch the team last year?  It's the same thing IT was running exactly.

Yeah, the team goes through some possessions with absolutely no off ball movement. Hard for anyone to look good when they have absolutely no choice but to go one on one
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:28:31 PM
what is tatum's stat line? double double again>

Tatum 15 and 8

nice
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:28:55 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
'Did you watch the team last year?  It's the same thing IT was running exactly.

I watched every game except maybe one last year.  I'd prefer for us to not have too many possessions like that despite IT having a special year and an incredible ability to score in the 4th.

Most players can't do that, it's why he is a big time player.  Same reason they leaned on IT.  Without Hayward, it's not gonna change.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: esel1000 on October 20, 2017, 09:29:08 PM
Much needed win. Tatum ROY  :)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:29:37 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
'Did you watch the team last year?  It's the same thing IT was running exactly.

Yeah, the team goes through some possessions with absolutely no off ball movement. Hard for anyone to look good when they have absolutely no choice but to go one on one

The rest of the game is one thing but the posessions down the stretch were mostly good.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 09:29:40 PM
Good win, nice to see them gut it out. Larkin getting the team into their sets in the 4th really turned the game around.

Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 09:30:01 PM
What happened to Jaylen in the second half? He disappeared down the stretch.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:30:03 PM
what is tatum's stat line? double double again>

Rookie of the year

KABOOM!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:30:23 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
'Did you watch the team last year?  It's the same thing IT was running exactly.

Yeah, the team goes through some possessions with absolutely no off ball movement. Hard for anyone to look good when they have absolutely no choice but to go one on one

The rest of the game is one thing but the posessions down the stretch were mostly good.

Intensity got much better in the 4th.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PAOBoston on October 20, 2017, 09:30:24 PM
Ugly win but I'll take it.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:30:32 PM
Next game is Tuesday. Could use that long layoff to develop chemistry in practice.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 09:30:42 PM
what is tatum's stat line? double double again>

Tatum 15 and 8

nice


And 3 blocks! (should have been 4, they robbed him of a clean block on Fultz)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 09:30:43 PM
nice win fellas, good job closing that one out...

Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Rosco917 on October 20, 2017, 09:30:58 PM
I'm just wondering out loud if Kyrie has enough pure point guard in him? 

He looked very comfortable as a two guard out there with Larkin.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: kozlodoev on October 20, 2017, 09:31:13 PM
Just stopped by to say I think we did alright in the last draft...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:31:41 PM
Good win, nice to see them gut it out. Larkin getting the team into their sets in the 4th really turned the game around.

Larkin is a lot more in control than Rozier. They both had good games.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:31:51 PM
Kyrie hit two big buckets earlier but I'm not liking some of these possessions.  Ball isn't moving enough and we're relying on Kyrie too much.
'Did you watch the team last year?  It's the same thing IT was running exactly.

Yeah, the team goes through some possessions with absolutely no off ball movement. Hard for anyone to look good when they have absolutely no choice but to go one on one

The rest of the game is one thing but the posessions down the stretch were mostly good.

Intensity got much better in the 4th.
 

They relaxed and got into things.  I think it also helps they were just running simple high pick and roll.  A lot of the rest of the time it was more complex movement but it wasn't effective.  You can't just run that the entire game but it was big there, with Larkin and Kyrie.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:32:03 PM
I'm still not impressed by Ben Simmons.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 09:32:07 PM
Philly is their own worst enemy sometimes.  Wth is embiid taking 6 threes, and jacking them up when the game was still to be decided?  I used to be really high on him, but it seems like his bbiq has taken a step back as his ego has gotten bigger. 
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:32:08 PM
what is tatum's stat line? double double again>

Tatum 15 and 8

nice


And 3 blocks! (should have been 4, they robbed him of a clean block on Fultz)

yeah that was a garbage call by woman ref. what a ajoke.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:32:15 PM
Just stopped by to say I think we did alright in the last draft...

That's quite a hot take...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: GratefulCs on October 20, 2017, 09:32:26 PM
Larkin has been huge. Hm...who should be cut out the guard rotation...
are you suggesting the celtics cutt off smart?


and your user name is celticsD?

Nah I'm not sayin that, but Smart is probably my least favorite Celtic to kick off the season. And my name is CelticD because my first name starts with a D lol
ha

touche
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:33:32 PM
Philly is their own worst enemy sometimes.  Wth is embiid taking 6 threes, and jacking them up when the game was still to be decided?  I used to be really high on him, but it seems like his bbiq has taken a step back as his ego has gotten bigger.

Did anything come of that little shove thing he did to Baynes at the half or did he just get away with that?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:33:48 PM
I'm still not impressed by Ben Simmons.

IMO they misuse him.  He's a secondary ball handler.  If they had a real PG running things and him playing off, he can do things.  He absolutely can not dribble the ball and run things like a PG.  Not remotely.  I hate how they do that with guys now.  You can just be a PF and be able to handle.  Worked for Barkley.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Eddie20 on October 20, 2017, 09:33:51 PM
Nice, composed close to the game by Kyrie.

Gaining some confidence in him.

Horford, steady as always.  Clutch.

Larkin and Baynes look like useful role players to have.

Tatum, Brown, rough but talented.  Rozier continues to look pretty good.

Theis, Yabu, Nader, Bird .... hopefully we won't need to play these guys anymore once Smart and Morris are back.

I actually like Theis. Bird brought a lot of energy and was a pest on D. He was a +12 in his 14 minutes and I felt the energy he and Rozier brought in that 3Q were critical.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticSooner on October 20, 2017, 09:34:20 PM
I'm just wondering out loud if Kyrie has enough pure point guard in him? 

He looked very comfortable as a two guard out there with Larkin.

That thought ran through my head as well but it’s just not fair to him with Hayward injury as well as whole new team. He’s being keyed on every time he gets in the paint.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Surferdad on October 20, 2017, 09:34:26 PM
Ugly win but I'll take it.
Refs were awful and the ft shooting was hideous.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:34:30 PM
Philly is their own worst enemy sometimes.  Wth is embiid taking 6 threes, and jacking them up when the game was still to be decided?  I used to be really high on him, but it seems like his bbiq has taken a step back as his ego has gotten bigger.

Embiid looked awful playing like a pure jump shooter.  There was seriously like one time he went honestly into the post.  Joke.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: blink on October 20, 2017, 09:34:35 PM
Philly is their own worst enemy sometimes.  Wth is embiid taking 6 threes, and jacking them up when the game was still to be decided?  I used to be really high on him, but it seems like his bbiq has taken a step back as his ego has gotten bigger.

Did anything come of that little shove thing he did to Baynes at the half or did he just get away with that?

I don't think the refs even thought about it twice.  I saw mentioned that too earlier in the thread, Baynes was a bit irked...
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:34:51 PM
What happened to Jaylen in the second half? He disappeared down the stretch.

Fatigue probably caught him up. Playing 3 games in 4 nights with that intensity takes a toll on his body.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:35:02 PM
I'm just wondering out loud if Kyrie has enough pure point guard in him? 

He looked very comfortable as a two guard out there with Larkin.

That thought ran through my head as well but it’s just not fair to him with Hayward injury as well as whole new team. He’s being keyed on every time he gets in the paint.

He deserved at least 3 more assists if anyone could hit a shot.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 09:36:15 PM
The rebounding looks like it is much improved this year. 55-47 tonight and the Celtics had the 55!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Eddie20 on October 20, 2017, 09:36:23 PM
I'm still not impressed by Ben Simmons.

IMO they misuse him.  He's a secondary ball handler.  If they had a real PG running things and him playing off, he can do things.  He absolutely can not dribble the ball and run things like a PG.  Not remotely.  I hate how they do that with guys now.  You can just be a PF and be able to handle.  Worked for Barkley.

He can't shoot, though. So if you play him off the ball it destroys all spacing. 2 of their process "stars" are absolutely non-shooters and the other guy is an injury prone big who shoots way too many 3's. Embiid's act would get old quick. He could've dominated this game, but instead played like Brad Lohaus.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: bopna on October 20, 2017, 09:36:48 PM
What on earth happened to Fultz?

He was just concerned then of being pucked number 1 but he playing no where near that status...absolute garbage rightnow.. Im so freakin glad we got Tatum.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:37:16 PM
I'm still not impressed by Ben Simmons.

IMO they misuse him.  He's a secondary ball handler.  If they had a real PG running things and him playing off, he can do things.  He absolutely can not dribble the ball and run things like a PG.  Not remotely.  I hate how they do that with guys now.  You can just be a PF and be able to handle.  Worked for Barkley.

I agree with most of that.  I've said it in another thread, but he doesn't show any advanced moves, either with dribbling or footwork.  He has a predictable tendency to go left.  And of course there's the issue with his inability to shoot or make free throws.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Boston Garden Leprechaun on October 20, 2017, 09:37:45 PM
I'm still not impressed by Ben Simmons.

IMO they misuse him.  He's a secondary ball handler.  If they had a real PG running things and him playing off, he can do things.  He absolutely can not dribble the ball and run things like a PG.  Not remotely.  I hate how they do that with guys now.  You can just be a PF and be able to handle.  Worked for Barkley.

He can't shoot, though. So if you play him off the ball it destroys all spacing. 2 of their process "stars" are absolutely non-shooters and the other guy is an injury prone big who shoots way too many 3's. Embiid's act would get old quick. He could've dominated this game, but instead played like Brad Lohaus.

lol
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:38:04 PM
I'm still not impressed by Ben Simmons.

IMO they misuse him.  He's a secondary ball handler.  If they had a real PG running things and him playing off, he can do things.  He absolutely can not dribble the ball and run things like a PG.  Not remotely.  I hate how they do that with guys now.  You can just be a PF and be able to handle.  Worked for Barkley.

He can't shoot, though. So if you play him off the ball it destroys all spacing. 2 of their process "stars" are absolutely non-shooters and the other guy is an injury prone big who shoots way too many 3's. Embiid's act would get old quick. He could've dominated this game, but instead played like Brad Lohaus.

This is why I would not be so intent on playing them together all the time.  I think you can still get away with it.  He just can't run an offense at all so if you want to have him do one crossover and dribble into his man and kick it out to a guy being defended all day, well he can do that, as proven by this game.

LOL Embiid is a clown really.  He has such a big mouth and I probably give him a worse time too because I hate the hype for him when he really hasn't done remotely enough to prove it.  I like to be excited and all but it's crazy.  He was a lazy jump shooter tonight and it was awful looking.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticSooner on October 20, 2017, 09:39:05 PM
What on earth happened to Fultz?

He was just concerned then of being pucked number 1 but he playing no where near that status...absolute garbage rightnow.. Im so freakin glad we got Tatum.

The question about the guys mentality feels real. Watching his body language and how he conducts himself just doesn’t seem like the drive is all there.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:40:48 PM
What on earth happened to Fultz?

He was just concerned then of being pucked number 1 but he playing no where near that status...absolute garbage rightnow.. Im so freakin glad we got Tatum.

The question about the guys mentality feels real. Watching his body language and how he conducts himself just doesn’t seem like the drive is all there.

Honestly I think this was one of the biggest factors in Ainge's decision to trade down from #1 to #3.  That or he just liked Tatum better all along.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:41:20 PM
What on earth happened to Fultz?

He was just concerned then of being pucked number 1 but he playing no where near that status...absolute garbage rightnow.. Im so freakin glad we got Tatum.

The question about the guys mentality feels real. Watching his body language and how he conducts himself just doesn’t seem like the drive is all there.

Honestly I think this was one of the biggest factors in Ainge's decision to trade down from #1 to #3.  That or he just liked Tatum better all along.

There was rumblings about the mentality, but Ainge said he liked Tatum most outright.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Eddie20 on October 20, 2017, 09:41:31 PM
What on earth happened to Fultz?

He was just concerned then of being pucked number 1 but he playing no where near that status...absolute garbage rightnow.. Im so freakin glad we got Tatum.

The question about the guys mentality feels real. Watching his body language and how he conducts himself just doesn’t seem like the drive is all there.

Agreed. Let's see where the Lakers/Kings pick ends up, but I have a good feeling Ainge hit a homerun with Tatum and then will have another crack to go yard.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 09:41:43 PM
What on earth happened to Fultz?

He was just concerned then of being pucked number 1 but he playing no where near that status...absolute garbage rightnow.. Im so freakin glad we got Tatum.

The question about the guys mentality feels real. Watching his body language and how he conducts himself just doesn’t seem like the drive is all there.

I told people that the drive and competitive fire is important when picking the players. Tatum looks like a humble guy but he have that killer instinct and it shows during the tournament, something Simmons and Fultz both lacked.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SCeltic34 on October 20, 2017, 09:43:24 PM
What on earth happened to Fultz?

He was just concerned then of being pucked number 1 but he playing no where near that status...absolute garbage rightnow.. Im so freakin glad we got Tatum.

The question about the guys mentality feels real. Watching his body language and how he conducts himself just doesn’t seem like the drive is all there.

Honestly I think this was one of the biggest factors in Ainge's decision to trade down from #1 to #3.  That or he just liked Tatum better all along.

There was rumblings about the mentality, but Ainge said he liked Tatum most outright.

He did take Fultz to Chipotle though (or was it another restaurant)?

I actually now recall Ainge saying that practically everyone he works with preferred Tatum, including Stevens.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: SHAQATTACK on October 20, 2017, 09:43:46 PM
simmons got the big head
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Snakehead on October 20, 2017, 09:44:41 PM
What on earth happened to Fultz?

He was just concerned then of being pucked number 1 but he playing no where near that status...absolute garbage rightnow.. Im so freakin glad we got Tatum.

The question about the guys mentality feels real. Watching his body language and how he conducts himself just doesn’t seem like the drive is all there.

Honestly I think this was one of the biggest factors in Ainge's decision to trade down from #1 to #3.  That or he just liked Tatum better all along.

There was rumblings about the mentality, but Ainge said he liked Tatum most outright.

He did take Fultz to Chipotle though (or was it another restaurant)?

I actually now recall Ainge saying that practically everyone he works with preferred Tatum, including Stevens.

It was I think just some burger place nearby haha.

Yeah it was pretty much suggested everyone was totally on board with the selection.  That's why it was made when it was and eveything.  I think he felt great about it and he looks right on so far.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: PAOBoston on October 20, 2017, 09:45:08 PM
I really hope Rozier is taking that step. He's been great so far this season. Picking up where he left off in the playoffs last year.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 09:52:21 PM
The Nets with a win over the Magic tonight and are now 1-1, a better record than the Celtics.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: max215 on October 20, 2017, 09:54:04 PM
The Nets with a win over the Magic tonight and are now 1-1, a better record than the Celtics.

In defense of the Celtics, they’ve played three playoff teams, while the Nets have played two of the worst teams in the league.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: RockinRyA on October 20, 2017, 09:54:27 PM
The Sixers should shut Fultz down and figure out what the hell is wrong with his shoulder.

Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hpantazo on October 20, 2017, 09:55:34 PM
The Sixers should shut Fultz down and figure out what the hell is wrong with his shoulder.

And with his head. He just doesn't look like a guy you invest in with the #1 pick.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: vjcsmoke on October 20, 2017, 10:01:12 PM
We won!  Big relief for us.  Celtics young core --Rozier, Brown, Tatum-- is starting to shine.  Yeah,  I think we still need one more big man but Baynes has been a surprisingly good pickup for us!!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: CelticsElite on October 20, 2017, 10:02:38 PM
The Sixers should shut Fultz down and figure out what the hell is wrong with his shoulder.
why do you think theres something wrong with his shoulder? You seriously think the team doctors and trainers would allow a draft prospect to play the game of basketball with an injured shoulder?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Bobshot on October 20, 2017, 10:07:49 PM
I really hope Rozier is taking that step. He's been great so far this season. Picking up where he left off in the playoffs last year.

Rozier take note. His breakout in playoffs looks for real. He's the first guy off the bench.

I watched the first half and was not impressed. Some people bombing 3s who should not have been. That's the 3P mentality these days. Didn't look organized that 2nd Q. But they came back 2nd half, which I didn't watch.

The score tonite was similar to the pre-season game in Philly, so maybe they haven't lost much w/o Hayward--who wasn't a factor in that pre-season game. I think what they miss most is the D from Crowder and Bradley--it will take awhile to develop that with Brown and Tatum, who are now going to get major minutes, along with Rozier. Morris will have an impact there as well.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: RockinRyA on October 20, 2017, 10:10:10 PM
The Sixers should shut Fultz down and figure out what the hell is wrong with his shoulder.
why do you think theres something wrong with his shoulder? You seriously think the team doctors and trainers would allow a draft prospect to play the game of basketball with an injured shoulder?

Because he has said he's been feeling pain in his shoulders? You know if you are going to correct me, better know facts first.

http://www.slamonline.com/nba/brett-brown-markelle-fultz-shoulder-injury-affecting-shot/ (http://www.slamonline.com/nba/brett-brown-markelle-fultz-shoulder-injury-affecting-shot/)
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: hodgy03038 on October 20, 2017, 10:12:18 PM
Nice come back win. Baynes handled Embid. Larkin was big late.


PRACTICE FREE THROWS
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: mr. dee on October 20, 2017, 10:24:12 PM
What's the record of Simmons vs Brown matchup? I believe Simmons haven't won against Jaylen yet, starting from their high school days.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: liam on October 20, 2017, 10:59:16 PM
The Nets with a win over the Magic tonight and are now 1-1, a better record than the Celtics.

Celtics and Nets have a better record than Golden State!
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 21, 2017, 03:42:37 PM
I'm just wondering out loud if Kyrie has enough pure point guard in him? 

He looked very comfortable as a two guard out there with Larkin.
Iverson-esque
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: Who on October 21, 2017, 03:45:34 PM
I'm still not impressed by Ben Simmons.

IMO they misuse him.  He's a secondary ball handler.  If they had a real PG running things and him playing off, he can do things.  He absolutely can not dribble the ball and run things like a PG.  Not remotely.  I hate how they do that with guys now.  You can just be a PF and be able to handle.  Worked for Barkley.

I'd like to see them run some post ups for Simmons. Not necessarily for him to score the ball but to be a passer out of the post. To look for cutters. To use his ball-handling and quickness if a double doesn't come.

Spending too much time on the ball 25 feet from the basket.

They gotta get some touches closer to the rim where his lack of a jump-shot is less of a liability.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: sahara on October 21, 2017, 04:49:54 PM
Why did they boo Kyrie?
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: gouki88 on October 21, 2017, 05:30:11 PM
Why did they boo Kyrie?
Because they're sheep
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: sahara on October 21, 2017, 05:34:31 PM
Why did they boo Kyrie?
Because they're sheep
Oh, just like the Heat fans.
Title: Re: Celtics (0-2) at Sixers (0-1) Game #3 10/20/17
Post by: tarheelsxxiii on October 21, 2017, 08:15:03 PM
Why did they boo Kyrie?

There has been a growing anti-cupcake sentiment since KD signing with the GSW.  It won't affect his brand though, for those concerned.  It actually may help it -- he can create his own niche as the "edgy" or "philosophical" cupcake.