Robert Williams (Merged Threads)

[GreenEnvy]

It didn’t count or mean anything, but I was impressed with his (one-handed?) ally-oop off Kyrie’s heave to end the half.

Def has hops, looks like he has good hands too. Still too raw. Hopefully he puts in the work and dedication to becoming an impact (or better) player.

[Chris22]

Anyone else a little upset that Robert didn’t see more action last night? When Horford and Baynes each had 4 fouls with 4 or 3 minutes left in the 3rd Quarter I thought for sure we’d see Robert in the game. Instead he sends in Yabusele for the end of the 3rd and the beginning of the 4th. Nothing against Yabusele, he’s fine, it’s just that I’ve seen enough of him over the years and have kind of given up on him. I’d rather give those minutes to a promising rookie who could use some experience in games where it’s not garbage time. Again, not a huge deal just wish the minutes were going to Robert so he can develop instead of a 22-year old who hasn’t cracked the rotation in 3 years.

We keep getting killed inside by bigger players. Brad refuses to use Williams, fine, but at least double team when the post up guy turns his head.

[knuckleballer]

Anyone else a little upset that Robert didn’t see more action last night? When Horford and Baynes each had 4 fouls with 4 or 3 minutes left in the 3rd Quarter I thought for sure we’d see Robert in the game. Instead he sends in Yabusele for the end of the 3rd and the beginning of the 4th. Nothing against Yabusele, he’s fine, it’s just that I’ve seen enough of him over the years and have kind of given up on him. I’d rather give those minutes to a promising rookie who could use some experience in games where it’s not garbage time. Again, not a huge deal just wish the minutes were going to Robert so he can develop instead of a 22-year old who hasn’t cracked the rotation in 3 years.

I don't blame Stevens for not playing him if he doesn't think he's ready.  Stevens has earned that credibility, but we needed another big last night.  I'd really like to add another big once we are able to cut Bird.  I'd like to see Ainge workout Noah to see if he has anything left in the tank.  Are there any other centers available that we could add cheaply to provide depth?

[Celtics4ever]

Brad refuses to use Williams, fine, but at least double team when the post up guy turns his head.

I don't think CBS knows to how to use traditional bigs.   Case in point, Greg Monroe.   He likes his bigs skilled and able to spread the floor, right now Williams is a talented work in progress.

I'd like to see Ainge workout Noah to see if he has anything left in the tank.

No thanks, on Noah, he has the same limitations to a large degree as Williams, and he is old and worn.

[Androslav]

Brad refuses to use Williams, fine, but at least double team when the post up guy turns his head.

I don't think CBS knows to how to use traditional bigs.   Case in point, Greg Monroe.   He likes his bigs skilled and able to spread the floor, right now Williams is a talented work in progress.

I'd like to see Ainge workout Noah to see if he has anything left in the tank.

No thanks, on Noah, he has the same limitations to a large degree as Williams, and he is old and worn.

Monroe? Noah?
They are not NBA players, that's why CBS didn't use them "well". Just as a cook couldn't use rubber as a main dish. It is not edible.
Traditional big is often a nice way to say that a taller guy doesn't posses the skills necessary for today's league.

[moiso]

Brad refuses to use Williams, fine, but at least double team when the post up guy turns his head.

I don't think CBS knows to how to use traditional bigs.   Case in point, Greg Monroe.   He likes his bigs skilled and able to spread the floor, right now Williams is a talented work in progress.

I'd like to see Ainge workout Noah to see if he has anything left in the tank.

No thanks, on Noah, he has the same limitations to a large degree as Williams, and he is old and worn.

Monroe is barely getting off the bench in Toronto this year too... and was barely getting off the bench when the C's acquired him.

[gouki88]

Brad refuses to use Williams, fine, but at least double team when the post up guy turns his head.

I don't think CBS knows to how to use traditional bigs.   Case in point, Greg Monroe.   He likes his bigs skilled and able to spread the floor, right now Williams is a talented work in progress.

I'd like to see Ainge workout Noah to see if he has anything left in the tank.

No thanks, on Noah, he has the same limitations to a large degree as Williams, and he is old and worn.

Monroe is barely getting off the bench in Toronto this year too... and was barely getting off the bench when the C's acquired him.

Yeah, Moose not getting many minutes is more due to Baynes and Horford being better than him, and his limited skill-set. I always thought he was fun, but he is a poor defender and very unathletic, and has no range on offence.

[rondofan1255]

.@rob_williamsIII has been assigned to the @maineredclaws.

https://twitter.com/celtics/status/1058384517076078594?s=21

[Chris22]

His first G League game is tonight. Where can I see it on tv?

[Eddie20]

His first G League game is tonight. Where can I see it on tv?

It'll be televised on NBATV

[Chris22]

His first G League game is tonight. Where can I see it on tv?

It'll be televised on NBATV

Awesome. TP.

[Birdman]

he needs to be playing on the Celtics..the way teams are easily driving to the rim with easy layups is awful

[nickagneta]

he needs to be playing on the Celtics..the way teams are easily driving to the rim with easy layups is awful

The Celtics sending rookies to Portland has always been a sign that Stevens doesn't feel he is good enough to get into a game except for garbage time and so send them to the G League to hone their skills.

I think a lot of people are going to have to start to accept that Williams isn't ready for minutes and most likely won't be this year.

[JBcat]

His first G League game is tonight. Where can I see it on tv?

It'll be televised on NBATV

Awesome. TP.

Hmm I don’t see it on the NBATV channel tonight?

[Eddie20]

His first G League game is tonight. Where can I see it on tv?

It'll be televised on NBATV

Awesome. TP.

Hmm I don’t see it on the NBATV channel tonight?

Yeah, I don't see it either, but I heard it was from I believe Locked on Celtics. It is scheduled to be televised tomorrow at 4pm on NBC Sports Boston.