Nets (11-25) at Celtics (17-17) 3/2

[Celts Fan 92]

i went away from the TV for a minute wat happened to Pierce at the end of the half? dude wasnt on the floor or the bench

[nickagneta]

Full court press changed game complexity. I think it was Rondo's decision to press full court.

Where do you get that?

Pressing full court is a coaching call, something they bring out after practicing it.

Doc isn't that creative. Plus Rondo has a lot of leeway on the court.

That might be one of the .....less informed.....things I have ever read here.

[European NBA fan]

Can someone explin why everyone hates Dooling so much?

I admit he has been cold from the floor lately, but he plays very good to great defense, is one of the few players running the fast break, goes to the basket well, is a decent passer, and has been getting some rebounds lately.

If he starts hitting his outside shot, I don't see a reason to hate him at all.

I seriously doubt that ETM is a better player in any way whatsoever to Dooling. If Dooling wasn't slumping, there would be no call to have his head.

You're absolutely right. I just think that some of us need a break from bashing the starters and found us the ultimate scapegoat: a veteran backup pg

[snively]

If you are watching right now, wondering; why is this team playing so well without Ray and O'Neal? Is it because they are playing the Nets? The answer is no.

The Nets are really horrible, though...

They have beat the Mavs, Knicks, and Bulls recently.

With D-Will & Lopez, they're not too bad. 

[snively]

Man, I would love to start Pietrus and Wilcox the rest of the season.

Wilcox I'd keep on the bench. Bass prototypical power forward. Pietrus however should def be in starting lineup.

Much rather have Wilcox play with the starters, where his finishing ability comes in handy most. 

[Tgro]

Can someone explin why everyone hates Dooling so much?

I admit he has been cold from the floor lately, but he plays very good to great defense, is one of the few players running the fast break, goes to the basket well, is a decent passer, and has been getting some rebounds lately.

If he starts hitting his outside shot, I don't see a reason to hate him at all.

I seriously doubt that ETM is a better player in any way whatsoever to Dooling. If Dooling wasn't slumping, there would be no call to have his head.

I share the sentiment. I wouldn't say he's my favorite player on the team but I don't get all tightened up every time I see him in the game. Sure, he has some bad moments but I've seen him do some good things as well. I think the dude really tries and wants to do well. If he ever hits his stride with us, he could be another bullet to shoot every now and then. I'm okay with his role. He's better than Daniels.

[SHAQATTACK]

Love Wilcox and Bass and Pietrus...they bring the energy to run with Rondo.

[GronkSpike]

i went away from the TV for a minute wat happened to Pierce at the end of the half? dude wasnt on the floor or the bench

ESPNForsberg Chris Forsberg
Paul Pierce to the locker room early with cramping. Getting massaged up.

[bfrombleacher]

Love Wilcox and Bass and Pietrus...they bring the energy to run with Rondo.

Can't find the game but they're still running sets right? People think running with Rondo means they can only score on the break which isn't the case. Motion in the halfcourt is important.

[Evantime34]

If you're bored at half time and want to feel good about your trade machine deals read this article. The biggest collection of awful deals I've ever seen.
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/page/5-on-5-120302/nba-making-deal-five-teams-need-one

[slamtheking]

would love to see them continue playing the second half like they played the second quarter

--signed,
Captain Obvious

[Change]

Man, I would love to start Pietrus and Wilcox the rest of the season.

Wilcox I'd keep on the bench. Bass prototypical power forward. Pietrus however should def be in starting lineup.

Much rather have Wilcox play with the starters, where his finishing ability comes in handy most. 

As the Center, KG by default playing a lot closer to the rim. It's working like a charm. And Bass is doing what he does best hitting 15-18footer. I like that balance

[SHAQATTACK]

Love Wilcox and Bass and Pietrus...they bring the energy to run with Rondo.

Can't find the game but they're still running sets right? People think running with Rondo means they can only score on the break which isn't the case. Motion in the halfcourt is important.

Yes the team is VERY active when these guys are in tonight,  old JO slows the game down too much.

[slamtheking]

nice hustle by Bass

[Swoopz]

Pierce and Rondo playing well together tonight.