CBS on Mike & Mike for 2 hours today from 8-10

[Moranis]

Just thought I would pass it along if you are able to tune in.

[LGC88]

Thanks 

It's in 3 minutes
http://tunein.com/radio/Mike-and-Mike-p20461/

[Moranis]

Main focus thus far on injuries in the league.  Recently moved on to Cavs (since C's played them) and what to do with Lebron.

[Roy H.]

Stevens is a smart, likable guy. He gives a great interview, and isn't full of bull and platitudes.

[hwangjini_1]

i cant listen to this. so if anyone could provide occasional updates i will do my best to pass out a generous heaping of tps. 

[manl_lui]

i cant listen to this. so if anyone could provide occasional updates i will do my best to pass out a generous heaping of tps. 

same, at work

[Msimonetta2]

Wow, I was really impressed with brad Stevens on mike and mike.  He came across as likeable, intelligent, down to earth.  He said he wasn't going to be a salesman but queue this up to free agents.

[hpantazo]

Did he say anything regarding the celtics plans for the draft and for this summer?

[timobusa]

http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=12925996

[SCeltic34]

http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=12925996

Thanks for posting.

Nothing too interesting on that 20 minute clip however (in my opinion).  Nothing specific about the draft or the C's in this clip.  Cliff notes for those who don't have a chance to listen to it (it's not word for word, but it's close):

Regarding Analytics
“Analytics can take you over the top.  Help you can get 2 points here, 3 points there, help stop an opponent get 2 points there.  But not more important than chemistry, team, or grit”.

Is the 3 point shot the most important shot in the modern NBA?
“No shot is better than a layup, an uncontested layup.”

“Teams are guarding the rim and the 3.  At the end of games long, contested twos are the shots you’re getting.  That’s why the James Hardens of the world are important”.

Has the game changed enough to take [guards/small forwards] instead of 7 footers with the top picks in the draft?
Didn’t directly answer the question, but stated that a strong argument can be made either way.  “Some teams still play with a traditional 2 big lineup – Memphis, Pacers (contenders when George was healthy).  Bigs are still coveted because not a lot of guys that are that big and good at basketball in the world.  The question is ‘[which players] are you more likely to obtain likely down the road [once you have your big player]?’

Remarked about how we talk about how the game has changed, but a player eventually will come along and “buck the current trend”.

Concern regarding the game changing so much that younger generations of players will focus too much on shooting 3’s:
“The more of a threat the 3 becomes, the more space there is to operate, the more open dunks you get, the more speed becomes a factor”.

On a possible shorter shock clock in college ball:
“Shorter time on the shot clock favors greater talent.  Leads aren’t going to feel the same with a shorter shot clock.  Probably more isolation with a shorter shot clock and less motion.”

[Celtics4ever]

http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=12925996

Thanks TP

[rocknrollforyoursoul]

http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=12925996

Thanks for posting.

Nothing too interesting on that 20 minute clip however (in my opinion).  Nothing specific about the draft or the C's in this clip.  Cliff notes for those who don't have a chance to listen to it (it's not word for word, but it's close):

Regarding Analytics
“Analytics can take you over the top.  Help you can get 2 points here, 3 points there, help stop an opponent get 2 points there.  But not more important than chemistry, team, or grit”.

Is the 3 point shot the most important shot in the modern NBA?
“No shot is better than a layup, an uncontested layup.”

“Teams are guarding the rim and the 3.  At the end of games long, contested twos are the shots you’re getting.  That’s why the James Hardens of the world are important”.

Has the game changed enough to take [guards/small forwards] instead of 7 footers with the top picks in the draft?
Didn’t directly answer the question, but stated that a strong argument can be made either way.  “Some teams still play with a traditional 2 big lineup – Memphis, Pacers (contenders when George was healthy).  Bigs are still coveted because not a lot of guys that are that big and good at basketball in the world.  The question is ‘[which players] are you more likely to obtain likely down the road [once you have your big player]?’

Remarked about how we talk about how the game has changed, but a player eventually will come along and “buck the current trend”.

Concern regarding the game changing so much that younger generations of players will focus too much on shooting 3’s:
“The more of a threat the 3 becomes, the more space there is to operate, the more open dunks you get, the more speed becomes a factor”.

On a possible shorter shock clock in college ball:
“Shorter time on the shot clock favors greater talent.  Leads aren’t going to feel the same with a shorter shot clock.  Probably more isolation with a shorter shot clock and less motion.”

Awesome recap! Thanks. TP.

[LGC88]

CBS also talk about James Young.
He said, he has enormous talent with great work ethic. He has improved very fast in the gym but doesn't show on his minutes playing time. He added that he understand how frustrating that might be for him, but if he continue to work that way, the result will come.

It didn't sound like a sales speech to me. I believe the organisation really believe in Young.

[BleedGreen1989]

CBS also talk about James Young.
He said, he has enormous talent with great work ethic. He has improved very fast in the gym but doesn't show on his minutes playing time. He added that he understand how frustrating that might be for him, but if he continue to work that way, the result will come.

It didn't sound like a sales speech to me. I believe the organisation really believe in Young.

I'm listening to it right now and agree completely.

He seemed genuinely very high on Young.

[Celtics4ever]

If Young works out, it is one less position that needs addressed, so good news.