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Post by solly on Apr 2, 2021 9:24:38 GMT -5
Harden and Kyrie have played most of the year together. Random games in the regular season with 2 of them missing doesnt really show anything. That team is loaded, has nothing to do with the coach It's no secret, great players from all over the NBA towards the end of their careers demand a trade or to be bought out so they can go join the winning team. Let's not make it into some miracle Yep, its the way of the NBA...They look for the easiest way out, and go play with a legit contender. Is what it is at this point
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Post by cole on Apr 2, 2021 9:52:41 GMT -5
It's no secret, great players from all over the NBA towards the end of their careers demand a trade or to be bought out so they can go join the winning team. Let's not make it into some miracle Yep, its the way of the NBA...They look for the easiest way out, and go play with a legit contender. Is what it is at this point Even some Superstars do that. Some on that same team. The NBA really needs to reconsider its rules at this point, or guys need to figure out what it means to take a team to the top themselves, if they really believe they're the best
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Post by elvissurfs on Apr 2, 2021 9:54:39 GMT -5
I dont think there are many gameplans that are truly stuck to throughout a game in the nba. The game is relied on players talents and improvisational ability. Shooting 3s when open is about as much as you can ask for. Its the players responsibility to make them, and its really JT and JBs responsibility to create those open looks for the role players. If the approach worked last year, why change it? The expectations were incorrectly put on this team, their veteran talent was gone from last year along with Kemba's decreasing health. Young players dont win. This teams two best players are young I disagree with your first statement. Our offensive game plan is a heavily reliance on making 3-pointers. Yesterday we stuck to that game plan throughout the entire game despite our horrid rate making them. The Celtics don't have one true 3-point shooter. Every Celtics player shooting a 3-pointer can be classified as a "streak shooter". You should clarify your next to the last statement to include "NBA Titles". Young players CAN and DO win in the NBA (regular season) and, if fortunate, make it to the conference finals. We're not talking the NBA Finals here though. We're talking regular season games against the PELS and DAL and their struggles. When the threes arent dropping, it's time to pop in a middle distance two or drive the lane and maybe get fouled too...
Yet it was mentioned here a bit ago that Coach BS wants Brown to shoot more threes?...what the heck?...
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2021 10:02:47 GMT -5
Yeah sense the coach doesn't matter i'm all for hiring a celebrity who brings his own fan base.. Might draw in a old washed up veteran with half a tank of gas left. The Celtics are rapidly losing fans and support. Found one that is independently wealthy and can save Wyc a couple mil a year.
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Post by solly on Apr 2, 2021 10:08:43 GMT -5
Yep, its the way of the NBA...They look for the easiest way out, and go play with a legit contender. Is what it is at this point Even some Superstars do that. Some on that same team. The NBA really needs to reconsider its rules at this point, or guys need to figure out what it means to take a team to the top themselves, if they really believe they're the best Ya I dont think the last portion will be back anytime soon. Unfortunately the biggest issue is the mindset of the players as well. Even if youre a dominant team, your players want to leave eventually. Durant leaving GS is a good example. Like at some point, these guys just want to move constantly.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2021 10:12:17 GMT -5
I disagree with your first statement. Our offensive game plan is a heavily reliance on making 3-pointers. Yesterday we stuck to that game plan throughout the entire game despite our horrid rate making them. The Celtics don't have one true 3-point shooter. Every Celtics player shooting a 3-pointer can be classified as a "streak shooter". You should clarify your next to the last statement to include "NBA Titles". Young players CAN and DO win in the NBA (regular season) and, if fortunate, make it to the conference finals. We're not talking the NBA Finals here though. We're talking regular season games against the PELS and DAL and their struggles. When the threes arent dropping, it's time to pop in a middle distance two or drive the lane and maybe get fouled too...
Yet it was mentioned here a bit ago that Coach BS wants Brown to shoot more threes?...what the heck?...
Damn it Elvis. BS has no YES NO influence on how this team plays. Does Stevens shoot? No.. Does Stevens distribute the ball? No.. Does Stevens rebound? No.. Does Stevens play D? NO He just a figurehead Get a grip and tell me just what he does do.. I'll give ya plenty of time no one else has answered this quesion..
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Post by solly on Apr 2, 2021 10:15:04 GMT -5
I disagree with your first statement. Our offensive game plan is a heavily reliance on making 3-pointers. Yesterday we stuck to that game plan throughout the entire game despite our horrid rate making them. The Celtics don't have one true 3-point shooter. Every Celtics player shooting a 3-pointer can be classified as a "streak shooter". You should clarify your next to the last statement to include "NBA Titles". Young players CAN and DO win in the NBA (regular season) and, if fortunate, make it to the conference finals. We're not talking the NBA Finals here though. We're talking regular season games against the PELS and DAL and their struggles. When the threes arent dropping, it's time to pop in a middle distance two or drive the lane and maybe get fouled too...
Yet it was mentioned here a bit ago that Coach BS wants Brown to shoot more threes?...what the heck?...
I didnt read anywhere that he doesnt want the team to drive to the basket given the opportunities and pass up layups. I think, like everybody, the analytics point to open 3s as a valuable part of the game now. If the Celtics get an open 3, then they should take it. I think alot of the iso 3s at the end of the shot clock, are bad shots.
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Post by cole on Apr 2, 2021 10:20:13 GMT -5
Anyway we should ask ourselves, is the problem the three or is the problem the D? Because I'm thinking we're like next to last in defense
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Post by solly on Apr 2, 2021 10:33:12 GMT -5
Anyway we should ask ourselves, is the problem the three or is the problem the D? Because I'm thinking we're like next to last in defense I think this stems from effort. I dont think they give much effort in these games. No reason a team with Smart, JB and JT should be awful on defense, especially on the perimeter. But, playing defense takes away from their offense. Have to save the energy for one in their minds!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2021 10:44:28 GMT -5
Anyway we should ask ourselves, is the problem the three or is the problem the D? Because I'm thinking we're like next to last in defense 11 in 3 point shooting% as we speak. 21 in team defense..
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Post by solly on Apr 2, 2021 10:51:14 GMT -5
Anyway we should ask ourselves, is the problem the three or is the problem the D? Because I'm thinking we're like next to last in defense 11 in 3 point shooting% as we speak. 21 in team defense.. TT will turn the defense around. Dont you worry!
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Post by Admin on Apr 2, 2021 11:15:15 GMT -5
Yeah sense the coach doesn't matter i'm all for hiring a celebrity who brings his own fan base.. Might draw in a old washed up veteran with half a tank of gas left.
Perkins has been mentioned ... I liked the Rondo idea but he's in demand for his playoff balling success now and likely to earn a big paycheck once again on the court more so than the sidelines. KG could be a good one but he seems to be interested in ownership over coaching. Antoine Walker bleeds green, knows all about shooting too many threes and is a good on court leader that should translate to the sidelines. He'd need X & O help from an assistant probably but he won't take any lying down on the job and he does need a job himself. He's famous for shooting threes and going broke gambling and financing friends real estate purchases during the sub-prime market crash ... a Celebrity? He's no Mouse but he'll bring out plenty of "rats" if he were back as a Coach, especially if Danny hired him again for his leadership skills.
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Post by hedleylamarr on Apr 2, 2021 11:21:24 GMT -5
The buyout system is flawed...............it's a loophole I predict will be fixed within two years
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Post by hedleylamarr on Apr 2, 2021 11:21:57 GMT -5
11 in 3 point shooting% as we speak. 21 in team defense.. TT will turn the defense around. Dont you worry! LOL, thanks Fierce!!!!
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Post by solly on Apr 2, 2021 11:22:11 GMT -5
Perkins has been mentioned ... I liked the Rondo idea but he's in demand for his playoff balling success now and likely to earn a big paycheck once again on the court more so than the sidelines. KG could be a good one but he seems to be interested in ownership over coaching. Antoine Walker bleeds green, knows all about shooting too many threes and is a good on court leader that should translate to the sidelines. He'd need X & O help from an assistant probably but he won't take any lying down on the job and he does need a job himself. We know rock bottom has been hit when we are asking for Antoine to coach a team. Not a guy id want in charge of a team, can barely control himself. If they do replace Brad I think Chauncy Billups would be perfect for it. Might get through to JT and JB on some level
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Post by Admin on Apr 2, 2021 11:26:08 GMT -5
The buyout system is flawed...............it's a loophole I predict will be fixed within two years
Small market teams are already griping to the commissioner.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2021 11:35:05 GMT -5
11 in 3 point shooting% as we speak. 21 in team defense.. TT will turn the defense around. Dont you worry! We were promised this many times.. I hope his recent 20 day stint of making babies with Khloe has kept him in shape. 90 minutes till our ace Eovaldi takes the mound.. On the local Balitmore channel. Eovaldi is Pud's favorite sox player.. .095era against the Orioles last year...
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2021 11:40:09 GMT -5
Perkins has been mentioned ... I liked the Rondo idea but he's in demand for his playoff balling success now and likely to earn a big paycheck once again on the court more so than the sidelines. KG could be a good one but he seems to be interested in ownership over coaching. Antoine Walker bleeds green, knows all about shooting too many threes and is a good on court leader that should translate to the sidelines. He'd need X & O help from an assistant probably but he won't take any lying down on the job and he does need a job himself. We know rock bottom has been hit when we are asking for Antoine to coach a team. Not a guy id want in charge of a team, can barely control himself. If they do replace Brad I think Chauncy Billups would be perfect for it. Might get through to JT and JB on some level Billlups played tough D if i remember. Terrible jump shooter early in his career. Might make sense, I want Rondo. I'll have to wait a year or so.
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Post by petey62 on Apr 2, 2021 11:44:36 GMT -5
O ROMEO O ROMEO WHEREFORE ART THOU ROMEO.
I thought he was set to return today.
He's been ruled OUT tonight.
What's going on with this guy?
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2021 12:02:28 GMT -5
O ROMEO O ROMEO WHEREFORE ART THOU ROMEO. I thought he was set to return today. He's been ruled OUT tonight. What's going on with this guy? Playin left field for the Sox today.? MASN 2 PM in the DMV He's almost worthless in a trade that's a double hurt.. You feeling better today.
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Post by puddin on Apr 2, 2021 12:03:49 GMT -5
TT will turn the defense around. Dont you worry! We were promised this many times.. I hope his recent 20 day stint of making babies with Khloe has kept him in shape. 90 minutes till our ace Eovaldi takes the mound.. On the local Balitmore channel. Eovaldi is Pud's favorite sox player.. .095era against the Orioles last year... Nathan goes from 2-8 in 2 seasons in Dodgertown.... to 9-6 in 3 seasons in Beantown.
The kid really turned things around, no doubt justifying the huge 4 yr/$68mil contract the Sox gave him.
You want Rondo, PeeWee?
Move to LaLa Land.
Land of fruits and nutz..... and Eskimos!
Pud
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Post by petey62 on Apr 2, 2021 12:04:35 GMT -5
Che, thanks brother. I feel so much better. Gatorade, water and extra strength Tylenol and I made it though. But I'm glad I got it and feel so much better.
Thanks for asking.
Tonight is Homecoming, right.
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Post by hedleylamarr on Apr 2, 2021 12:06:59 GMT -5
Romeo is out tonight due to jelly legs
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Post by Admin on Apr 2, 2021 12:07:59 GMT -5
Perkins has been mentioned ... I liked the Rondo idea but he's in demand for his playoff balling success now and likely to earn a big paycheck once again on the court more so than the sidelines. KG could be a good one but he seems to be interested in ownership over coaching. Antoine Walker bleeds green, knows all about shooting too many threes and is a good on court leader that should translate to the sidelines. He'd need X & O help from an assistant probably but he won't take any lying down on the job and he does need a job himself. We know rock bottom has been hit when we are asking for Antoine to coach a team. Not a guy id want in charge of a team, can barely control himself. If they do replace Brad I think Chauncy Billups would be perfect for it. Might get through to JT and JB on some level
Billups is a good choice and didn't he want a coaching job a year or two ago but got bypassed?
Walker is a much better floor leader than you think. He took threes because he was coached to do so much like Brad does now so he's a good one to know when it's overkill. If anything, Walker was too good to his friends which got him in trouble with the banks and casino's. A victim of circumstance more so than some undisciplined asshole w/o a compass.
I'm looking for someone with leadership skills not afraid to get in players grills or unwilling to bench their star players. Toine wants to win so much he wouldn't accept indifference to defense, softness or a lack of hustle. Who else, other than Rondo was a floor general over the last few decades. I can't think of too many others ...
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Post by kyceltic on Apr 2, 2021 12:09:33 GMT -5
Pierce for GM! Billups for coach!!
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