I tried to be optimistic... I really did... But unless something drastic happens, this trend will continue.. The Celtics will lose their way out of the playoffs this year! Something is just not right, some of the old ways are not working anymore.. 2 straight losses at home is unforgivable, Scoring less than 20 in two quarters is unforgivable, Being outcoached by an assistant is unforgivable, complaining about bad calls is unforgivable, giving up big early leads only to have failed comebacks are unforgivable, playing lethargic after a 4-day-rest is unforgivable... I can go on and on.. No matter who we play, no matter who is playing, the script is the same.. So I can't help but envy some teams like Thibodeau's Bulls who still played good without team leader and league MVP Derrick Rose.. And who led them this time? A certain John Lucas III! I don't think I have to elaborate but this I know... When we meet Chicago on Friday, I wouldn't be surprised if the Celtics lose another frustrating heartbreaker and their THIRD STRAIGHT HOME GAME to Mike James' Bulls!