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Post by Admin on Dec 10, 2018 13:46:17 GMT -5
Looking forward to the game tonight?
I may go shopping instead ... we'll see.
Think about this;
Baynes ... OUT! Irving ... OUT! Yabu ... OUT!
Hayward ... DOUBTFUL! Horford ... DOUBTFUL!
Hospital Celtics are back! Lengthy injury report for Pelicans game includes Irving, Horford, Hayward, Baynes and Yabusele Boston will be shorthanded against New Orleans with just 10 healthy bodies
By Keith P Smith
Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports
The Boston Celtics enter tonight’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans on a five-game winning streak, but it’s come at a cost. Several Celtics are currently battling injuries. The injury report tonight is as long as it has been all season:
Aron Baynes - OUT - left ankle sprain Gordon Hayward - DOUBTFUL - illness Al Horford - DOUBTFUL - left knee soreness Kyrie Irving - OUT - right shoulder soreness Guerschon Yabusele - OUT - right ankle sprain
In addition, Jabari Bird remains out due to personal reasons.
Baynes was initially injured against the New York Knicks and missed the game on Saturday night against the Chicago Bulls.
Hayward hasn’t missed any action since a rest day at the Dallas Mavericks. That game coincided with Boston’s last loss.
Horford has missed three games this season: two with the soreness in his left knee and one planned rest day. He played one of his best games against the Knicks, then missed Saturday’s game in Chicago.
Irving seemed to hurt his shoulder late in the victory over New York, but played against Chicago with seemingly no ill effects. This is his first missed game due to injury this season.
Yabusele was injured against the Bulls, when he rolled his right ankle in the second half. After the game Brad Stevens termed it as “bad” and said Yabusele would be “out for a while”.
Due to the injuries, the Celtics recalled P.J. Dozier from the NBAGL’s Maine Red Claws. He’ll be active for tonight’s game.
Boston’s depth chart for tonight is likely to look something like:
Terry Rozier - Brad Wanamaker
Marcus Smart - P.J. Dozier
Jayson Tatum - Jaylen Brown
Marcus Morris - Semi Ojeleye
Daniel Theis - Robert Williams
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Post by Admin on Dec 10, 2018 13:56:07 GMT -5
Maybe we get to see Williams for a prolonged stretch tonight ... Something to look forward to!
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Post by Admin on Dec 10, 2018 13:57:02 GMT -5
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Post by Cabutan on Dec 10, 2018 14:22:28 GMT -5
Celtics Infirmary
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Post by cole on Dec 10, 2018 14:31:31 GMT -5
We have enough. We're reasonably rested. The above team can handle this.
as to am I excited for the game? Well I came on to start a thread and found it already started!
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Post by Admin on Dec 10, 2018 14:35:24 GMT -5
Add to it with another relevant report ...
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Post by petey62 on Dec 10, 2018 14:47:38 GMT -5
Man, it would be a perfect night if Anthony Davis was downgraded to OUT too. We'd be lucky to have one of Hayward or Horford play but, if AD is out, we could go with them both out.
If AD does play, Theis and Williams might foul out trying to guard him. He might get 50.
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Post by Admin on Dec 10, 2018 15:22:27 GMT -5
Anthony Davis Trade Discussion: Why Boston Celtics Would Be Perfect Landing Spot For New Orleans Pelicans Star by Thomas King
While its unlikely than an Anthony Davis trade will happen this season, it’s never too early to start imagining how great a fit the Boston Celtics would be.
The Boston Celtics play host to the New Orleans Pelicans and put their five-game winning streak on the line at the TD Garden Monday night.
Anthony Davis may or may not play after suffering a hip injury in the win against Detroit Sunday, but with the star center in town the talk will almost certainly center around the Big Anthony Davis Trade.
Of course, Davis cannot be traded to Boston until after the season when Kyrie Irving‘s current deal expires due to a CBA technicality. But that won’t stop Boston Celtics fans from dreaming of seeing the 6-foot-10 gumby in a green jersey.
Anthony Davis one of the top five best basketball players in the world and he’s only 25 years old, set to enter the prime of his basketball career. What fan base wouldn’t want him on their team?
With another year left on his contract before he can opt out, Davis isn’t likely to be traded this season. New Orleans will want as much time as possible to convince Davis to stay before they pull the cord and release the parachute on a blockbuster deal.
With that in mind, we aren’t likely to see Davis playing in Boston anytime soon–unless he suits up for Monday’s game.
It’s still fun to think, though: How would he fit in Boston?
A player like Davis can fit in anywhere he plays because he’s so skilled that he makes any team he plays for better. However, there are some teams that could help Davis reach another, higher level in his career and the Celtics are one of those teams.
The Boston front office led by GM Danny Ainge have built an organization that upholds the ethic of the team’s past historical greats, like Red Auerbach, while also pursuing glory in their own way.
Ainge is the guy who traded Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett before they were washed up. He traded the No. 1 pick to the Philadelphia 76ers and came away with a future first round pick and Jayson Tatum, future star. Auerbach must have looked down on that one with a crinkly-eyed, lopsided grin, cigar in hand.
Because of Ainge’s team building, Boston is set up for future success whether Davis joins or not. After spending his whole career so far in New Orleans, Davis must see the Celtics franchise’s stability and success as an enticing opportunity.
I’m sure Brad Stevens would say the same about coaching Davis. A coach could stay up all night dreaming about ways to use the superstar. Better than dreaming up ways to stop him–those never work once the dream ends.
While stability off the court would be great for Davis, who has dealt with a lot of different coaches and changes in New Orleans, the Boston Celtics potential to lift Davis up as a basketball player is more exciting.
While some have criticized Brad Stevens’ offensive coaching over years (fairly and unfairly), Boston had a top 10 offense two years in a row under Stevens until last season, when they lost Gordon Hayward and, later, Kyrie Irving. The Celtics offensive rating this season stands at 11th, per NBA.com/stats, after an historic 5-game winning streak.
One thing that always been true is that big men who are strong ball-handlers and decision-makers thrive in Stevens’ system, which puts an emphasis on dribble handoffs and quick side-to-side pick-and-roll play.
After watching all of Anthony Davis’ assists this season, a few things became clear: 1) the Pelicans scorekeepers are a generous lot 2) a large portion of Davis’ assists come in dribble handoffs and 3) while Davis isn’t the most aspirational passer, he makes good decisions with the ball and he can dissect the court quickly.
See how easy Jrue Holiday scores here because Anthony Davis’ defender is afraid to leave him for the lob dunk.
Then, with the defense leaning to cover the dribble hand off, Davis faces up his man Frank Kaminksy and takes him off the dribble, kicking out to Tim Frazier for a wide open three. Simple play, but great result.
Here’s another counter move when the Hornets defender tries to stop the dribble hand off with Julius Randle, who beats him backdoor.
None of this plays are especially glamorous, but its the ability to run them over and over at top speed without getting tired or making a mental mistake that sets players like Davis apart.
Since Stevens has taken over in Boston, the Celtics have shown that high IQ big men like Jared Sullinger, Kelly Olynyk and Al Horford thrive under the responsibilities of the system. Horford has had his two highest assist seasons since joining Boston.
Davis already averages 4.9 assists per game, but could really hone his playmaking skills under Stevens and with teammates like Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward. The Pelicans center is already adept at running dribble hand offs with Tim Frazier and E’Twaun Moore and helping them get buckets; imagine him instead with Irving and Hayward in those same actions.
Oftentimes, opposing coaches will opt to leave Al Horford, a top 10 three-point shooter last season, alone at the arc in order send a double team at Irving in the pick-and-roll. Leaving Horford alone is already dangerous enough. If you leave Davis, you’re liable to get dunked on.
Al Horford is not nearly the athlete of Davis, so he gets an open 15-footer, but Davis would likely get a dunk here because both defenders in the corners, Derrick Rose and TJ Gibson, are occupied by 40 percent three-point shooters, Kyrie Irving and Marcus Morris, respectively.
Just watch Horford, who is the not nearly the athlete of Davis, get easy baskets. Now pretend you’re Anthony Davis watching these highlights, pretending to be Al Horford. Good.
That’s not to say Davis and Horford can’t and won’t play together. Horford could very easily agree to a long-term extension or re-sign at a lower price to play along the next great center and compete for championships.
Horford and Davis are both versatile enough on both ends of the court to make the pairing work. Horford is a plus three-point shooter, a bully in the post, and a more than willing passer. Davis is the lob-catching threat the Celtics don’t have (except with Garbage Time Lord Robert Williams III) and so much more.
Davis is an All-Defense candidate on his own, but with the Stevens system and great teammates around him, he could win a Defensive Player of the Year award.
The 25-year old can guard the opposing center, allowing Horford to play at the four spot where he feels more comfortable and has formed the most formidable wall with center Aron Baynes the last year plus. Davis and Horford can both switch screens and stay in front of smaller guards and would make for a devastating defensive tandem with their length, quick feet, and instincts.
If Horford doesn’t return when his contract runs out, Davis can run endless pick-and-rolls with Kyrie Irving and take over as a focal playmaker like Horford has done. Either way, its fun to imagine.
The Boston Celtics have a great team already that can contend for a championship, but the Anthony Davis trade dreams won’t die because its too fun to picture him in Boston–probably even for Dealer Danny Ainge.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2018 15:40:29 GMT -5
Maybe we get to see Williams for a prolonged stretch tonight ... Something to look forward to! I Hope so. Hayward out? Not back to back games must have missed something.
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Post by cole on Dec 10, 2018 15:58:45 GMT -5
listed as possibly ILL
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Post by puddin on Dec 10, 2018 18:08:23 GMT -5
Maybe we get to see Williams for a prolonged stretch tonight ... Something to look forward to! I Hope so. Hayward out? Not back to back games must have missed something.Earth to PeeWee.... you missed Sunday (12/9/18) completely.
OUCH!!!
Hung over???
Pud
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Post by Admin on Dec 10, 2018 19:41:10 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Dec 10, 2018 19:42:26 GMT -5
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:44:03 GMT -5
C's with a nice start so far.
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:44:54 GMT -5
Gunna have to fight hard to pull out a win tonight. C's are beat'n up.
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:45:32 GMT -5
Loving the passing so far. Very nice.
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:46:55 GMT -5
Can't leave Tatum alone at the 3 point line.
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:47:51 GMT -5
Just trading baskets. Theis with the putback.
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:49:26 GMT -5
TRo gets the nod over Jaylen...
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:51:42 GMT -5
Wow... AD knocks down a contested jumper with ease.
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Post by Admin on Dec 10, 2018 19:52:43 GMT -5
PG Skills ... trade Brown!
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:53:14 GMT -5
RWill checks in.
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:53:54 GMT -5
Can't get lazy and chunk up early 3's Mook.
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:54:31 GMT -5
That'a boy! Nice drive by Mook.
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Post by drboogiebone on Dec 10, 2018 19:56:18 GMT -5
Whelp... the young rook just got back doored. Gotta wake up young fella.
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