Celtics (2-0) at Cavaliers (0-2) ECF Game #3 5/19/18

[BringToughnessBack]

The fix is in. No foul on LeBron against Baynes clearly fouled his arm and no foul when he mugged Ojeleye BUT when LeBron missed a bunny without being touched it's a fould after we get the rebound??? We would still be behind but the fix is in apparently.

They also got Jaylen in foul trouble early and he disappeared. Still, we knew this going in, Celtics should have been much better than they were. We took too many bad shots and slacked off on defense.

should always run a few set plays for al on road to start game- he barely touched ball

[hpantazo]

Yeah I don't think the Cavs are going to last very long if they depend on George Hill to keep shooting like this.

[hpantazo]

The fix is in. No foul on LeBron against Baynes clearly fouled his arm and no foul when he mugged Ojeleye BUT when LeBron missed a bunny without being touched it's a fould after we get the rebound??? We would still be behind but the fix is in apparently.

They also got Jaylen in foul trouble early and he disappeared. Still, we knew this going in, Celtics should have been much better than they were. We took too many bad shots and slacked off on defense.

should always run a few set plays for al on road to start game- he barely touched ball

Agreed

[droopdog7]

Game over ?

Unfortunately yes.

Game was over when Brown got 2  fouls before he scored a point

Yep, which is on Brad for stupidly changing the defensive matchups and putting him on Lebron to start. Such a dumb move that completely changed the complexion of this game from the get-go.

He was not put on Lebron to start. Cavs run pick and rolls to get Brown against Lebron

Nope, he was definitely on Lebron to start. Watch it closely. Brown was even guarding him off of made baskets when Cleveland was walking the ball up the floor, so it wasn't just off of switches.

Brown could have gotten two fouls on love too.

[jpotter33]

The fix is in. No foul on LeBron against Baynes clearly fouled his arm and no foul when he mugged Ojeleye BUT when LeBron missed a bunny without being touched it's a fould after we get the rebound??? We would still be behind but the fix is in apparently.

I hate NBA officiating as much as anyone. However, though there have been a couple of bad calls and no-calls this game against us, we're losing because of our complete ineptness on offense and our newfound futility and lack of communication on defense, not the refs.

[RGow8]

Ironically after Brown picked up 2 and the announcers mentioned how Stevens lets players stay in, he then was pulled and put back in at wierd times not like his usual minutes to avoid getting a 3rd I'm guessing? Lot of questionable subs and rotations by Brad overall so far, Brown better play most the second half and get some shots for him please.

[Ogaju]

Yeah I don't think the Cavs are going to last very long if they depend on George Hill to keep shooting like this.

You are wrong..anything they get from the others is gravy...James is their guy.

[droopdog7]

Brad should get an ejection in this game to send message to NBA

What?!?  What am I missing?  We’re sucking is the reason we’re losing.

[Rosco917]

C's are terrible on both sides of the ball.

[droopdog7]

Game over ?

Unfortunately yes.

Game was over when Brown got 2  fouls before he scored a point

Yep, which is on Brad for stupidly changing the defensive matchups and putting him on Lebron to start. Such a dumb move that completely changed the complexion of this game from the get-go.

He was not put on Lebron to start. Cavs run pick and rolls to get Brown against Lebron

Nope, he was definitely on Lebron to start. Watch it closely. Brown was even guarding him off of made baskets when Cleveland was walking the ball up the floor, so it wasn't just off of switches.

Yeah, I noticed this too. Didn't know why after Morris has defended him so well. Trying to be too smart

Beacuse that puts brown on love or Thompson.  Pay attention people.

[BringToughnessBack]

I love Pierce!! He looks so depressed by that half!! He needs to become assistant coach for us!!

[BASS_THUMPER]

i know Brad ticked right now

he know we should be better than this

*sippin*

[KGs Knee]

So want a burger now-[dang] you commercials

I'd so much rather have Gabby than some greasy McDonald's burger.

Wade might dislocate more than just my elbow though if I tried.....LOL

[hodgy03038]

The fix is in. No foul on LeBron against Baynes clearly fouled his arm and no foul when he mugged Ojeleye BUT when LeBron missed a bunny without being touched it's a fould after we get the rebound??? We would still be behind but the fix is in apparently.

I hate NBA officiating as much as anyone. However, though there have been a couple of bad calls and no-calls this game against us, we're losing because of our complete ineptness on offense and our newfound futility and lack of communication on defense, not the refs.

We aren't losing because of the refs but we are down 20 instead of 10 because of refs. I have seen those 3 plays I mentioned over and over and they are clear 2 fouls should have been against LeBron (in addition to the 1 they actually called on him) and there should not have been a foul on his missed bunny with 2 free throws to follow. It is really sickening.

[Beat LA]

I expect double fouls and free throws, at the very least, not to mention a 15-16 point deficit after the first quarter at the absolute minimum.

That said, if Boston would actually make use of their brains, lol, beginning with moving Baynes into the starting lineup and putting Morris back on the bench, they could very well win this game, imo, but we'll see as to what happens .

Welp. Sorry I'm late, everyone. What on earth happened in the first quarter?

Flat offense and no flow- Hill hitting shots like curry

I expect double fouls and free throws, at the very least, not to mention a 15-16 point deficit after the first quarter at the absolute minimum.

That said, if Boston would actually make use of their brains, lol, beginning with moving Baynes into the starting lineup and putting Morris back on the bench, they could very well win this game, imo, but we'll see as to what happens .

Welp. Sorry I'm late, everyone. What on earth happened in the first quarter?

Missing bunnies. Not defending Hill at all. Switching our guards onto bigs. Defending like traffic cones in general.

Some of the worst ball I've seen in a while, especially after playing so well Game 2. You're lucky you missed that quarter

TPs for both of you - thanks . Did Stevens end up bringing in Baynes quickly as per the first two games, or did he just stay with the same lineup?