Celtics (21-6) at Clippers (17-11) Game #28 12/23/23

[liam]

I couldn't believe that the Kings let go of Queta!

They chose Javale Mcgee over him if I’m not mistaken. I remember some Kings fans getting quite upset with that move.

Celtics Jumped on Queta real quick.

Credit to Brad for pouncing right away. Queta could be a real gem.

I liked Queta as a draft pick. He looked really good, and big in the predraft games. I didn't see him play much for the Kings. He's very athletic and has a high motor!!!

[footey]

Couldn’t watch today but that box score looks delicious.  Anybody mind dropping me a quick rundown for a TP?

Entire team played with great pace and poise. Tatum was supremely efficient.  We destroyed them on the boards.  Queta was a beast, and Brissette hit 3 3's, doubling his total for the season. 

[SCeltic34]

Couldn’t watch today but that box score looks delicious.  Anybody mind dropping me a quick rundown for a TP?

Celtics started a bit on the slower side offensively, game was close for much of the first quarter.  Defense was good.  Then the 3's started to fall.  Dominated from that point on.  Good defense all game.  Crushed the Clippers on the offensive glass, much of which was Queta's doing. 

JT found his shooting stroke and got fouled on like three 3-point attempts.  JB had another magnificent game.  Jrue played exceptionally well also.  Brissett gave us great minutes off the bench and PP was very good also.

Foot on the gas the entire game.   I think we only had 1 turnover in the 2nd half.  Clippers were hopelessly outmatched without Kawhi.

[liam]

dominant performance.

Give Queta roster spot.  No need to trade for back up center. Celtics are really solid at that position.

They should give him a 4-year deal at low money. That would be a really nice asset moving forward!

[celticinorlando]

Not sure you need to play Kornet anymore. 88 is so much better

[Phantom255x]

Not sure you need to play Kornet anymore. 88 is so much better

Queta has his limitations, but I see way more hustle and physicality with him on both ends than I see from Kornet, and Queta is definitely a better rebounder

[liam]

Nice to see Peterson get a couple of minutes. He's a skilled player even thou he lacks physical strength...

[Atzar]

Couldn’t watch today but that box score looks delicious.  Anybody mind dropping me a quick rundown for a TP?

Entire team played with great pace and poise. Tatum was supremely efficient.  We destroyed them on the boards.  Queta was a beast, and Brissette hit 3 3's, doubling his total for the season.

Couldn’t watch today but that box score looks delicious.  Anybody mind dropping me a quick rundown for a TP?

Celtics started a bit on the slower side offensively, game was close for much of the first quarter.  Defense was good.  Then the 3's started to fall.  Dominated from that point on.  Good defense all game.  Crushed the Clippers on the offensive glass, much of which was Queta's doing. 

JT found his shooting stroke and got fouled on like three 3-point attempts.  JB had another magnificent game.  Jrue played exceptionally well also.  Brissett gave us great minutes off the bench and PP was very good also.

Foot on the gas the entire game.   I think we only had 1 turnover in the 2nd half.  Clippers were hopelessly outmatched without Kawhi.

Thanks guys.  TPs sent.  Go Cs!

[liam]

Not sure you need to play Kornet anymore. 88 is so much better

Queta has his limitations, but I see way more hustle and physicality with him on both ends than I see from Kornet, and Queta is definitely a better rebounder

The Celtics will need both to finish the season. They also might wait to sign Queta until after the season...

[Goldstar88]

How about Queta with 14pts/12rebs in 23 mins…

[SCeltic34]

PP has been on fire.  I think after they factor in his 3-5 from 3 this game he'll be shooting 50% or greater from 3-point in December.

[Neurotic Guy]

Wow what a bounce back from the Warriors game.  Hard to overstate how good they’ve been since the IST - other than the fall apart game with GSW.

I didn’t pay attention to the game thread today - wonder how much love JB is getting. Is it the equivalent of the hate he received earlier this year? JB has been spectacular for a pretty solid stretch. The mid-range fall away is falling (and unguardable), he’s working on D, and he’s looking for teammates.

[blink]

Wow what a bounce back from the Warriors game.  Hard to overstate how good they’ve been since the IST - other than the fall apart game with GSW.

I didn’t pay attention to the game thread today - wonder how much love JB is getting. Is it the equivalent of the hate he received earlier this year? JB has been spectacular for a pretty solid stretch. The mid-range fall away is falling (and unguardable), he’s working on D, and he’s looking for teammates.

bolded no lol, but there is a group among us who are the solid supporters and see the evolution.

[Neurotic Guy]

Not sure you need to play Kornet anymore. 88 is so much better

Queta has his limitations, but I see way more hustle and physicality with him on both ends than I see from Kornet, and Queta is definitely a better rebounder

The Celtics will need both to finish the season. They also might wait to sign Queta until after the season...

I like Kornet, but so far Queta’s looking like he should be playing ahead of Luke. I think with KP seeming like he’ll miss a bunch of games this year, they could use a 5 better than Luke and Q.  Need Al  fresh in May.

[SCeltic34]

Wow what a bounce back from the Warriors game.  Hard to overstate how good they’ve been since the IST - other than the fall apart game with GSW.

I didn’t pay attention to the game thread today - wonder how much love JB is getting. Is it the equivalent of the hate he received earlier this year? JB has been spectacular for a pretty solid stretch. The mid-range fall away is falling (and unguardable), he’s working on D, and he’s looking for teammates.

The criticism has died down, as it usually does when we're doing well.  I don't think he's been getting as much hate.  Personally I'm seeing his decision making improve.  Still has some bad turnovers but that's going to happen to every high usage player.  Scal mentioned that Brown is currently playing the best basketball of his career.  I'd definitely agree with that.  I don't care about points per game as long as the team is functioning well.  He's playing better than last year even though his PPG is down.