NBA Playoffs Season 2014-2015

[Beat LA]

As much as I hate to see Rondo (and DAL) struggle, I'll always remember the good times in Green.

He didn't seem to have many detractors on here during the good times.

It is funny (and appalling) how we can turn on a player once he leaves. I thought that if you played great as a Celtic - even if it was for 2-3 years - that was enough to win some hearts.

When the ship starts to sink....or even list...we are quick to abandon ship. But then the captain will say "It's just a storm....why are you panicking?"

The storm will pass with Rondo. The book isn't closed on him, even though he's in a new chapter of his life right now.

The good times (and yes  - even the most ardent Anti-Rondo fans on here must say there were more good times than bad) far outweighed the bad. And that fact for me alone allows me to look at his ENTIRE situation in DAL before I throw him under the Texas Bus.

Maybe this is like when Dennis Johnson was labeled as a malcontent and shipped to Phoenix before Red got him for nothing, lol. DJ was also 29 when he arrived in Boston, and if there's one guy who is loving the fact that Rondo's value on the free agent market is seemingly dropping, it would be Larry Bird, imo, who has always been a big fan of RR.  We'll see what happens, but the Pacers are in the lottery this year and will likely wind up with the 11th pick, so if Larry drafts well and takes someone like Jerian Grant as well as getting Rondo, the Pacers could be set up for a long run as a contender, imo. 

[Eddie20]

Rondo is just collapsing. Won't be surprised to see Carlisle bench him soon.

Rondo is killing his team with stupidity

Remember when a lot of board members where saying we'll be sorry when "Playoff Rondo" shows up? Well...

I guess that I was wrong.  I don't think he's being utilized correctly, though, but it is what it is.  Sigh.

When a player is basically a one trick pony who can only be used one way (i.e. have the ball all the time) to be effective, then he probably isn't that good. A great player is supposed to adjust to offensive systems. Obviously they will have different degrees of success, but they shouldn't ever become a negative to the point of not being playable or benched for the likes of Felton.

I'm not sure that I agree with him being a one trick pony, but I get your point.  Still, the Mavericks totally revamped their offense to get the most out of Monta Ellis, and that worked out very well last season, so why not adjust to Rondo?  He did make 3/4 midrange jumpers in game 1, after all.  Either way, I still miss him.  I also don't believe that Felton would even be playing if Harris wasn't injured, btw, but sith happens.

I've also changed my stance on Crowder.  You're right, we need to keep him.  Initially, aside from one game early on, he didn't do that much, but I guess that that can be attributed to an obvious adjustment period. I still think that Roscoe Smith could be a big help on the boards, though.

Obviously dependent on price though. I love Crowder, but I see him as third tier guy this summer, so if he gets paid like one, great.

Tier 1
Leonard
Butler
Dr. Green

Tier 2
Harris
Middleton
Carroll
Da. Green
Kidd-Gilchrist
J. Green
Matthews

Tier 3
Crowder
G. Green
Pierce

[Who]

Atlanta are a very attractive team. The way they space the floor, share the ball and play with quickness on both ends of the court. Impressive team.

Definitely pulling for them to make it out of the East.

[Rondo9]

Nate Robinson is doing a good job with his analysis of the game.

[Vox_Populi]

Who is worse: Deron Williams or Rajon Rondo?

Can't believe that in and around 2010, they were considered around Paul's level. Man...

[HomerSapien]

I really like what Memphis brings to the table. They are a great defensive team, and have just enough offense to hang in with pretty much anyone. They are going to be a fascinating counter punch to the powerful offense of GSW in the next round (I think they beat Portland in 5).

[Who]

Spurs are switching too much on defense. Getting caught in disadvantages switches too often.

[PhoSita]

This Clips - Spurs series might be the only first round series to last more than 5 games.

Not a great first round.

[fairweatherfan]

I really like what Memphis brings to the table. They are a great defensive team, and have just enough offense to hang in with pretty much anyone. They are going to be a fascinating counter punch to the powerful offense of GSW in the next round (I think they beat Portland in 5).

REALLY looking forward to GS-Memphis.  People have been sleeping on Memphis but they were the 3rd best team in the league for the better part of the year.

[CelticsFanFromNYC]

Not even being Bias, I dont think the Cavs will be ready for the Bulls in the 2nd round. There defense is horrible and they wont have those bigs getting offensive boards or putbacks  with Gasol and Noah down low. Dont forget Taj when one of them are resting.

[HomerSapien]

Tim Duncan is on fire! Truly remarkable that he has played at such a high level for almost 2 full decades.

[Beat LA]

Doc should put Lester Hudson in (sarcasm).

[Beat LA]

Spurs are morons, lol.

Edit - both teams are morons.  The 'winner' of this game is whoever chokes less, haha.

[jpotter33]

Oh my goodness, how many flops does Chris Paul get away with? Good Lord, have some self-respect...

[Beat LA]

Lol, Chris needed an assist from Cliff Paul on that shot, hehe.