Post Turkey Leftovers
Just a few thoughts as I scarf down some leftover turkey.
- The Sixers had absolutely no shot yesterday. The Celts were upset that they failed to hold their last two opponents under 100 points and set out to make a statement. The Sixers also play a more traditional offense with pick and rolls for Miller and Brand, which the Celtics happen to be specialists at stopping. The Sixers may not be as bad as they played, but they were not going to win that game under any circumstances.
- One more thing to be extra thankful for: Ubuntu. Just take a look around the league. Iverson is up to his practice skipping ways, Amare is pining to be "the Man," and Marbury is... well, you know. In Boston, however, the talk is all about teamwork, sacrifice, and common goals. Did we hear Paul complain about getting fewer looks last night? Nope. He just kept getting the ball to the hot hand (Ray).
- Speaking of Ray; it seems that Jeff Goodwin and Mike Gorman have a little side bet about Ray Allen's numbers. Goodwin thinks his numbers will go down while Gorman thinks he'll only get better. With healthy ankles and a better feel for his place in the offense, count me on the Mike Gorman side.
- In other news, what else can I say about Rajon Rondo? How fun is he to watch play when he's on? He's a matchup nightmare and even when he struggles on offense, he's nails on defense. Just a perfect fit for this squad and growing more and more each day.
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Speaking of Ray, I just wanted to point out his excellent defense on Iguodala throughout the game. He showed Iguodala the difference between being an all-star and a wanna be.
by Brickowski on Nov 29, 2008 5:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
You're right on all points
Celtics defense was amazing in first half – blocks, steals, deflections, hurried shots.
Tony and Leon have been sustaining their play for a while but Big Baby is making more impact with his minutes.
When I got home my wife said “Must’ve been a lousy game” but it was soooo much fun to watch. Sixers came out in 2nd half and stepped up their intensity only to have Ray go into a zone.
Pierce was on Iguodala a lot too and he just couldn’t find a shot and Thaddeus Young could not even get open to touch the ball.
What got KG going on Lou Williams?
I can’t wait for Lakers game Xmas Day.
by Wildblu1 on Nov 29, 2008 5:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs






























