Celtics Blow The Lead But Win The Game

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Celtics blew another huge lead but thankfully held on to beat the Warriors tonight. The C’s led the entire way but their terrible defense allowed GS to make it a one possession game late in the 4th. The offense suddenly stopped driving to the basket, the defense was non existent and the C’s just had an overall terrible effort in the 4th quarter. Overall it’s another home win and another notch in the fight for home court advantage which is what the C’s are fighting for as the season winds down.

And Monta Ellis was definitely trying to make right his poor game the last time we played.

Just like to say “Hellooooooo, Jeff Green!” Great game from the new guy!

Also, just to bring it to everyone’s attentions. Mr. Harangody had 18 pts off the bench to defeat the Knicks. In NY. Including two FTs to clinch it! Never underestimate that kid.

someone called it! Does mrs. cleo post on the celtics blog?

Just need to get use to the system more. The bench need cohesiveness but with injuries and new guys, that proves to be the most difficult task. Everything will fall to its place soon enough.

Ellis is an elite offensive player no doubt but Rondo is just as fast and an elite defender so he should be able to at least contain him, however…

Rondo was PITIFUL after a solid first half. He started walking the ball upcourt, not running the offense and settling for jumpers with the shot clock winding down. He also played zero defense on Ellis. Ellis is a great scorer but Rondo has to take away something from his game. Tonight Ellis either had wide open looks from the perimeter or easy drives to the basket due to Rondo being lost while trying to guard him. Midway through the 4th The C’s were up 11 with a fast break chance. Rondo lazily dribbled the ball, Ellis stole it and beat him for a layup. Then GS went on another run to get back in the game. Rondo wasn’t even trying to get out and defend Ellis on the perimeter in the 2nd half which is inexcusable. To top it off with 2 minutes left Rondo stands around, doesn’t run the offense and instead takes yet another jump shot which bricks off the rim. He then misses a point blank layup that would have sealed the game with under a minute left.

One of the worst halves for Rondo in a LONG time on both ends of the court…

But Jeff Green sure did.

Krstic looked okay as well.

Tommy had an all time great line tonight -- He was talking about a play by KG in forcing David Lee to go right instead of left.

He said that going left isn’t David Lee’s FORT instead of FORTE’

 —— Another awesome line by the great Tommy Heinsohn

steve w,- h ow’s by you and monta is a force. donny marshall calls him a selfish one-way player, i wouldnot go that far. put him on a team like the c’s. bulls, or san antone and his defense would improve. jeff green had his day. let’s see more. let’s be patient with murphy and the defense- there has been tremendous turnover and injuries and so little time,but the big 4 delivers. let’s hope ed lacerte can also stand and deliver.

One issue that Doc has always had is not getting the hot man the ball enough. Ray was absolutely on fire but didn’t get nearly enough looks early in the 2nd half. Doc should have told Rondo to get Ray the ball every single time until he went cold or Golden State decided to try and stop him. Ray went ice cold in the 4th quarter and couldn’t get his rhythm back.

The Celtics are designed to share the ball but when someone is on fire they just need to get him the ball and let him go. Ray was so tuned in that he made jumpers off the glass from both sides of the floor which he rarely does in games…

Luke Harangody scored 18 today against the Knicks

They are getting a good old fashioned butt whoopin right now. I feel sorry but not really due to the thm being away from the C’s, but man this is sad.

Impressions from being at the game:
Green looked like he’s rounding into form on offense. his D is a bit slow but improving.
Wafer looked terrific until he went out with that injury.
Krstic looked solid. not spectacular but solid.
Ray had a great 1st half and PP had a really good second half.
Rondo had a great 1st half and snoozed through most of the second.
Bradley’s still a dear in the headlights but looked better.
Murphy needs to get his act together quick. Does not look comfortable out there at all. needs to start off with easier baskets instead of long jumpers.

Ellis can flat out score and Lee is a damn good player (except on D but even then he wasn’t horrible).
Didn’t see much out of Curry. The rest of the team isn’t worth mentioning.

You can’t expect the Celtic bench to hold leads until they have a few practices and games together under their belt. Once Shaq, Delonte, and Baby are back and get a chance to gel, the bench should be much more consistent (not mention one of the best second units in the games)

On another note, RR despite his 16 assists didn’t seem to have his usual energy today. Without Delonte, RR’s been forced to play long minutes, and even young guys get worn down.

Celts have best record in east and second best record in league, despite a long list of injuries. They are doing great, thank you. If Shaq and Delonte come back healthy, only Spurs or Mavs can challege them for title.

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Great game by the Celtics. Kudos to Ray for the 3’s and Pierce for drives and getting to the line. If the Celtics want to play Green along with the Big 4, he better get more rebounds on both ends of the floor. Good offensive game from him. Just a complete package everywhere but if the Fakers are in the finals, we might have trouble with Gasol and Bynum in the same lineup. That’s what worries me the most. Celtics will have to play speed vs height against them.

Glad the C’s hung on to win. GState can run up a ton of points, so it’s no surprise they kept it close. Curry/Ellis is a potent backcourt.

Seeing Green drop 21 off the bench is nice. Once the new guys lock in on defense, that second unit has the potential to score a ton of points, as opposed to the Nate-run bench that just had BBD as it’s go-to player.

Saw a bit of the Spurs/Heat. Wow.

I don’t think the C’s blew a lead. It’s more of how rusty and uncomfortable our bench players are. It’ll get better with time.

Are u actually surprised that the Celtics blew a big lead. Teams always make a run in basketball it just happens. Also the Celtics do have a history of blowing big leads we all know this so last night’s game should come as no surprise.

I see some people on here beating up on Troy Murphy. Just a few days ago some of you were dying to get him on the Celtics roaster. Murphy has two not so good games, and now some of you are ready to toss him to the side. Folks, Murphy has only played 18 games this entire season which means he’s not in basketball shape and it will take him a while. So give him some time. The new players have only played a few games with the C’s it’s going to take time for them to catch on and get comfortable with the C’s style of play, but for now u gotta be patient.

Imagine if Glen Davis snagged 1 rebound while scoring 21 points? He would be getting pilloried here. Just saying.

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