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Around SBN: Full Coverage of 2012 Coke 600

If You Average The Last Two Games We've Got 2 Easy Wins

There was no 4th quarter comeback attempt on this night. If fact, there wasn't much of a competition the whole night. That's always nice.

  • Who cares about the rest of the game, JaJuan Johnson scored a career high 11 points tonight!
  • We won the rebounding battle tonight. Though I'm not sure any stats can really be trusted on a night like this.
  • Some stats that do matter. Pierce played just 25 minutes, Ray just 23, and KG a hair under 17.
  • Brandon Bass was hot, especially early on tonight. That Bass is a keeper.
  • Wilcox was the only active player that didn't score.
  • Kevin Garnett even hit a 3 pointer. Why not shoot those more often? It is just a step further out than his normal "range" and I'll be he could hit them more than Rasheed did.
  • Celtics get a day off and host the Knicks on Friday. That should be fun.
  • For the first 2nd time this year, the Celtics have a winning record. (we were actually 4-3 at one point)

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5-1 should be 6-0 rocking my Celtics warmups!

by Blackberry33 on Feb 1, 2012 9:47 PM EST via mobile reply actions  

I don't know how you manage to do it, but however you do it, keep it up- it's great.


I have to work at my prose for my articles, but you come up with tremendous rhyming that is a masterpiece at describing the game. Kudos.

Lygafe

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by lygafe on Feb 1, 2012 10:12 PM EST up reply actions  

Well done!

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 10:30 PM EST up reply actions  

Awesome!

I thought for sure that you were gonna mention Marquis only scoring off of a goaltend again haha.

by Pork n Beans on Feb 1, 2012 10:39 PM EST up reply actions  

Yay!!!

Boston Celtics
Mayday Mayday!!!
we are going down!
I repeat we are going down…

by celtics2011 on Feb 1, 2012 9:55 PM EST up reply actions  

good point

better late than never

Faith and Sports - an essay by Jeff Clark

by Jeff Clark on Feb 1, 2012 9:58 PM EST up reply actions  

DEFENSE!

Even though the Raptors are terrible, not allowing a 20 point quarter is impressive.

by StarzNBarz on Feb 1, 2012 9:53 PM EST reply actions  

This should've been 7 wins in a row

Had the Celtics not turned over that ball to Varejao three games ago…

by SparzWizard on Feb 1, 2012 9:53 PM EST reply actions  

+1

Yes the C’s were real close to being on a 7 game win streak, if it was not for that Cav game, but they are still on a semi roll so thats still good news.

by fordescort on Feb 1, 2012 10:40 PM EST up reply actions  

Above .500! Ah yeah! :D

…nothing much to talk about this game really, but how about that KG 3?

I can’t wait for the next game against the Knicks!! Let’s go redemption! ;)

By the way, is Quis ‘kinda’ injured? He had a DNP status last game and he came in pretty late for an obvious blowout game today. I’m not saying he contributes a helluva lot but just curious.

by japsuki on Feb 1, 2012 9:58 PM EST reply actions  

Yeah, Sasha has definitely been playing with more confidence these last few games.

This is good, because Sasha is a hell of an athlete who can do a lot of good things on both ends of the floor.

He always seemed so timid last spring and just never really showed what he can do. I know Doc has always been high on Pavs going back to his Cleveland days. It is good to see him finally start to look confident and show what he can do.

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 10:07 PM EST up reply actions  

+1

Really like Shasha

by Derekg49 on Feb 2, 2012 4:39 PM EST up reply actions  

I'm not sure why, but...

I lol’d when the camera panned over to doc (laughing hysterically) after Stiemsma made a hook shot :)

by yutakhunkhom on Feb 1, 2012 9:59 PM EST reply actions  

I remember that scene...

…It was probably a bet… will he shoot, pass or fumble?

by japsuki on Feb 1, 2012 10:02 PM EST up reply actions  

same here- I was already laughing, but that pan shot raised my volume level.

Lygafe

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by lygafe on Feb 1, 2012 10:18 PM EST up reply actions  

"Wilcox was the only active player that didn't score."

I love that. Great chance for the whole roster to participate and get some floor time.

[And it should be noted that Wilcox pulled down 5 rebounds in 17 minutes of play so it’s not like he didn’t contribute.]

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 10:05 PM EST reply actions  

+1

I just love that everyone had confidence and played real team ball

by vgarcia890 on Feb 1, 2012 10:11 PM EST up reply actions  

really? first time this season...

..a game over .500? gee..how the mighty c’s have become pretty average

by jess m on Feb 1, 2012 10:05 PM EST reply actions  

6-2 in our last 8 baby!

Jesus Shuttlesworth: I hate my name. What kind of name is Jesus anyway?
Jake Shuttlesworth: It's biblical.
Jesus Shuttlesworth: Yeah, no kidding.

by jakeshuttlesworth on Feb 1, 2012 11:14 PM EST up reply actions  

For the second time ever

This is not the first time we’ve been above .500. We were 4-3 enjoying a 4-game winning streak at one point…Then the pacers came to town.

by phi7 on Feb 1, 2012 10:06 PM EST reply actions  

two things

Sasha is playing great and JJ has a nice game to be so thin.

-Sammyg

by Samg on Feb 1, 2012 10:09 PM EST reply actions  

How'd you like the way he pulled the rock up from down low under the post to put it up and in, despite the double team swarming him?

The kid is skinny – but he is strong as a bull. He’s going to surprise a lot of people with that.

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 10:32 PM EST up reply actions  

Nice win tonight.

I went crazy when KG hit that 3 and pretty much every time JJJ scored! Man, I really like our rookies.

by Pork n Beans on Feb 1, 2012 10:16 PM EST reply actions  

easy win

What happens when Rondo comes back? Shouldn’t Doc limit Rondo’s minutes, to keep him fresh. I would hate to see Moore’s minutes disappear, that kid can shoot. I also like other guys starting the offence from time to time.

by forever_green on Feb 1, 2012 10:17 PM EST via mobile reply actions  

Our precious lottery pick

precious, my precious

by calc on Feb 1, 2012 10:18 PM EST via mobile reply actions  

As a confidence builder - great game

- JJJ seems to have terrific promise. His body is practically a twin of KG’s, and he seens to have skills. More PT is what he needs, Doc. Could be a nugget sitting there.
- Bradley has an offensive game, even now. It’s cutting to the basket, usually from the corner, for the easy bucket. Works for me!
- Raptors are always hapless vs. Celtics, but they caught us at a bad juncture this time (bad for them), after Cleveland. The guys had something to prove…. no letting off the accelerator.

We’re gonna need every last healthy body for the tough part of the season that’s coming up soon. Good prep night for all that.

by JR99 on Feb 1, 2012 10:20 PM EST reply actions  

My 2012-2013 line up

first unit

PG Rondo
SG Moore
C Howard
PF Bass
SF Pierce

second unit

PG Bradly
SG Allen
C Stiemsma
PF Johnson
SF Pietrus/Green

Add in Daniels and the 3 draft picks we have sounds like a really good team for years too come what does everyone else think?

by usmco4 on Feb 1, 2012 10:23 PM EST reply actions  

Fun game to watch

Love that ball movement, the defense and the all-around contributions.

I wonder if this Rondo injury is a huge blessing. It looks like we’re finally, out of necessity, learning how to run an offense without him on the floor.

Definitely not a great opponent, but I liked pretty much everything I saw.

"Chemistry is something that you don't just throw in a frying pan and mix it up with another something and throw something on top of that and then fry it up and put in a tortilla and put it in microwave, heat it up, give it to you and expect it to taste good. You know? If y'all don't know what I'm talking about then you can't cook and this doesn't concern you."

by KGHurtYourFeelings on Feb 1, 2012 10:23 PM EST reply actions  

I’ve seen only the highlights.

Ray Ray looks smooth again, He’s penetrating. The ball movement seems better.

I’m a big fan of Rondo, but a Rando-less Celts team may have more chemistry.

by avery_t on Feb 1, 2012 11:29 PM EST up reply actions  

nice win C's

Bulls&Heat both go down in flames tonight…great night

by nanaluvsball on Feb 1, 2012 10:25 PM EST via Android app reply actions  

Highlight of the night is KG 3 pointer

Nice win but we can’t judge much from this. Despite our recent success, I still miss Rondo. It’s entertaining watching the guy play. I hope he comes back on Friday against the Knicks like it’s been rumored. A healthy Rondo means an even more dangerous Celtics.

Get ready, Knicks. It’s pay back time!!!

by Clench on Feb 1, 2012 10:25 PM EST reply actions  

I agree that we ultimately need Rondo.

But it’s good to be able to give him as much time as needed to get 100% healed.

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 10:35 PM EST up reply actions  

I guess those 2 games against the Cavs had 1 bright spot....

Every time they get a big lead now… Doc can just huddle up the crew and say 1 word… “Cavs”.

by japsuki on Feb 1, 2012 10:29 PM EST reply actions  

Yep

Games like those are good in that way… team needs reminding every season to ‘step on their throats when they’re down.’

by JR99 on Feb 1, 2012 10:58 PM EST up reply actions  

More minutes for Jajuan Johnson..!

This kid is going to be really good. Doc said something along these lines after they drafted him, but the only real weakness in his game is something he can easily improve on, his strength and body mass. He’s long, defensive minded and can make shots from all over the floor. Tommy Heinsohn said it on the broadcast, Jajuan could turn out to be a draft steal for the Celtics. It’s going to be exciting to watch this kid develop and I hope Doc will start to play him in games other than blow-outs.

by BlackMass on Feb 1, 2012 10:34 PM EST reply actions  

Body mass - yep, needs more. Strength - nah, he is already strong as heck.

Not that being stronger would hurt – but he’s like KG (only slightly smaller) – way stronger than he looks.

JJ kicked butt in the strength tests at the combine.

That showed tonight when, despite being double teamed he took the rock from down low under the post up and in.

He could use some more mass, though, to help hold the block on defense.

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 10:39 PM EST up reply actions  

I really love JJ's length and jumping ability...

on both ends of teh court, but especially the defensive end of the court.

I think a future front court of JJ and Steamer would be a very long,and dynamite shot blocking defensive duo that could cause alot of problems for opposing teams especially in a 1/2 court type game.

by fordescort on Feb 1, 2012 10:52 PM EST up reply actions  

C's took care of business...

beating a team they should and are in good groove even considering the loss to the Cavs a couple of nights ago.

Its interesting how well they have played without Rondo.

Kudos to Bradley as he had another nice game, is making the most of teh extra time he is seeing on the court considering Rondo injury and is getting a boat load of valuable playing experience that will only help his growth and development.

I thought Bass looked nice tonight and agree he should be a keeper.
Sasha and JJ also looked good in there minutes.

Tonights game was not really that exciting, Fridays game against the Knicks should be really exciting, so I can not wait for the tip off of that game.

by fordescort on Feb 1, 2012 10:39 PM EST reply actions  

I've been saying for a while we should play Jajuan more!! That guy can play!

Come on, his mid range jumper alone makes him better than Wilcox and Stiemsma, and if you’re worried about his strength and how it could affect our defense, it’s not like Wilcox and Stiemsma are any good defensively. Play Jajuan!!

by Celticsdude on Feb 1, 2012 10:41 PM EST reply actions  

I agree

Id like to see JJ play more also as he could probably help the C’s this year and it would also help his growth and development to help jump start his grooming as the C’s probable power forward of the future.

Disagree about the Steamer though, I think he is a nice in the paint defender and can clog the lane with his length, size, wing span and shot blocking capabilities.

by fordescort on Feb 1, 2012 10:45 PM EST up reply actions  

Don’t you think the steamer is a one trick pony though, and Jajaun has more upside.

by forever_green on Feb 1, 2012 11:13 PM EST via mobile up reply actions  

I thick JJ...

is abetter player, but think Steamer is a legit player and not a trick pony.

I think JJ and Steamer are identical on the defensive end of the court , both use there athleticism, length, long wing span, vertical leap and shot blocking abilities quite effectively in the paint and I think are both great help defenders.
I think they both do get pushed around a bit at times during some one on one defensive assignments, which I think will be remedied if both players have a chance to get minutes and develop better defensive positioning skills.

I do agree with you JJ has more upside and pure talent then Steamer and he is a far more effective offensive player both in the paint and from the the perimeter.

I think as mentioned elsewhere a JJ and Steamer front court duo would be a very formidable and effective front court of the future for the C’s (especially on the defensive end of the court) and the 2 of them may very well be needed down the line as the C’s seek to rebuild.

by fordescort on Feb 1, 2012 11:27 PM EST up reply actions  

I Agree they are both similar on the defensive end, I just would have to choose Jajaun if I was giving one more playing time than the other. Based mainly on the talent factor. That’s all.

by forever_green on Feb 1, 2012 11:40 PM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Agree ..

If I had to choose one or the other it would be JJ, since he is the more talented overall player.

But Id prefer to not have to choose one over the other and hope we can have both wearing Celtic uniforms in the future…lol

by fordescort on Feb 1, 2012 11:43 PM EST up reply actions  

JJ has way more upside, sure, but Stiemsma is definitely not a one-trick pony.

He’s still working on getting his help rotations in the post down, but otherwise, he’s solid on many aspects of defense. He’s not just a shot blocker. His defensive rating is the best on the team and his defensive numbers across the board are all solid. His rebounding percentages are solid – he’s grabbing 20% of defensive rebounds and that has been while sharing the floor a lot with KG & JO – who are also posting DRB% numbers over 20%.

Offensively, he’s got a nice 8-10 ft jumper and is a very good passer. ‘Needs to work on setting his screens sooner and with more ’authority’. But that will come with experience.

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 11:27 PM EST up reply actions  

plus

both chicago and miami lost tonight! it can’t get much better than this!

by keychey on Feb 1, 2012 10:44 PM EST reply actions  

Sure it could

…if EVERY other team lost!

by JR99 on Feb 1, 2012 10:56 PM EST up reply actions  

If only that was possible.

by forever_green on Feb 1, 2012 11:25 PM EST via mobile up reply actions  

I don't know why some people dislie Ray's defense

This is the guy we throw at Kobe, Wade and, at times, even LeBron and he always holds his own.

by Celticsdude on Feb 1, 2012 10:47 PM EST reply actions  

Totally agree.

Ray is very under-rated as a defender. People who criticize his defense keep overlooking the fact that he has posted the most minutes each year on this team – which has been among the best (usually THE best) defensive team each year. He must be doing something right on defense.

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 11:29 PM EST up reply actions  

ray allen is a very good defender.

ray allen is one of the best all around players in the history of the league. he’s one of the smartest players i’ve seen play.

these days, he’s adopted a role: 3-point spot up shooter. But he has the full skill set.

by avery_t on Feb 1, 2012 11:32 PM EST up reply actions  

And KG hit a 3

Hasn’t even TAKEN one this season before tonight…. cute the way he peeked around his defender to see if it went in :)

by JR99 on Feb 1, 2012 10:48 PM EST reply actions  

if we ever feel low about the celtics, can you imagine what a raptor fan feels like. well they will get a good draft pick. no wat to assess this game- the raptors were that bad. our big 3 got a big rest.

by nazzbo on Feb 1, 2012 10:59 PM EST reply actions  

Yeah, but a good, solid scrimmage is still valuable!

NBA Officiating - Corrupt? Incompetent? Which is worse? Does it matter? It sucks.

by mmmmm on Feb 1, 2012 11:30 PM EST up reply actions  

Great Game

I liked how the starters ran the lead up to thirty so Doc could give them some rest rather than relaxing at 15 or 20 then having to put up with a run then try to grind out a win. It was good to see Paul and Ray put them away with those good aggressive threes in the 3rd, that’s how to win ballgames.

I continue to be impressed with the whole bench, great win.

by p-peazy on Feb 1, 2012 11:08 PM EST reply actions  

KG is the best 3-point shooter in the league now!

So Friday…no Rajon Rondo against the Knicks. Will that be our excuse if it’s “the other result?” Who’s capable of guarding Imun Shumpert and I wonder if Paul Pierce can battle toe-to-toe with Carmelo…

by SparzWizard on Feb 1, 2012 11:12 PM EST reply actions  

Yeah Friday's gonna be a good game

Going to the game with me girlfriend for my 18th birthday. I hope Rondo plays so bad, first Celtics game I’ve seen since game 6 of the ECF against Orlando to get us in the finals back in 2010

by OFWG1554 on Feb 1, 2012 11:14 PM EST via mobile reply actions  

Time for Doc to Get Creative

Break up KG/JO. Start (selectively) B-Bass. Pair Jo/Wilox with J3 some.

"Celtics bring order and structure to a chaotic world"

by Tenacious D on Feb 1, 2012 11:20 PM EST reply actions  

above 500

Normally for the Celtics, getting above 500 is nothing to write home about, but now…. Well, how things have changed! Never take things for granted.

by getthat18now on Feb 1, 2012 11:21 PM EST reply actions  

WHY

Does nbatv refuse to show celtic highlights!? I live in l.a. so I am not able to see the game so I am watching nbatv game time WAITING for the boston highlights…i have seen the pacers vs twolves highlights 4 times now, and have yet to see the celtics game once.

by Kgwillkillyou on Feb 2, 2012 1:14 AM EST via mobile reply actions  

Thanks a lot

…i know, I know….crazy me expecting fair and balanced coverage of all the nba games today.

by Kgwillkillyou on Feb 2, 2012 1:24 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

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