Game 50: Detroit Pistons (26-23) @ Boston Celtics (28-22) - 7:30 PM ET

whitehops · Post #2 » by **whitehops** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 7:55 pm

me seeing the 65% free throw percentage we're shooting made me realize that a team hasn't shot as bad as us in almost 50 years - only three of wilt's teams have shot worse.

Gant · Post #3 » by **Gant** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 8:05 pm

whitehops wrote:me seeing the 65% free throw percentage we're shooting made me realize that a team hasn't shot as bad as us in almost 50 years - only three of wilt's teams have shot worse.

I guess the lesson is: If you're an historically terrible free throw shooting team, it's probably for a good and sound reason.

Laimbeer · Post #4 » by **Laimbeer** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 9:12 pm

With exception of Thomas, they seem very ordinary to me. But seem to give us fits.

Post #5 » by **theBigLip** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 9:23 pm

The Celtics (who I've always hated) are actually playing well under Stevens. I think he gets the most out of their talent. They made the playoffs last year and they are a good measuring stick for us. If we want to be a playoff team, these are the types of teams we need to beat. Big game for us with playoff implications - both for overall record and tie-breakers. We've taken 2 of 3 already, so one more win clinches the tie-breaker.

RasheedTupac · Post #6 » by **RasheedTupac** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 9:24 pm

Should be a win

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mattao313 · Post #7 » by **mattao313** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 9:24 pm

This team has been a step slow for a minute now, even KCP looks a little worn down. A win would be nice probably a comeback if it happens but probably a lost. Need to make it to the all star break with some wins though.

Spider156 · Post #8 » by **Spider156** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 9:56 pm

Laimbeer wrote:With exception of Thomas, they seem very ordinary to me. But seem to give us fits.

They've been winning all season for a reason. Their coach is going to be the next Popovich. He's doing all of that with a bunch of average players. Imagine if you give him a star. Boston have like the next 3 first round picks from the Nets. Boston will be one of the best teams in a few years. They're going to be very annoying. But that's what Ainge does, he's really good. I expect SVG to be just as good. He knows what he's doing has a lot of support with scouting. I just wonder how long he's going to stay here.

Spider156 · Post #9 » by **Spider156** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 10:01 pm

They're on a back to back but their team has consistent effort from all the players. It's what happens with that coach. Sullinger barely played last night. I expect him to get above 30 mins tonight. Thomas had a lot of mins but I think he'll come out firing. I'm sure our team will bring it tonight. You'll see a better effort unless the offense is scattering. Drummond will have a big game since Boston doesn't have great rebounders. It'll be fun to watch.

Blkbrd671 · Post #10 » by **Blkbrd671** » Wed Feb 3, 2016 10:24 pm

theBigLip wrote:The Celtics (who I've always hated) are actually playing well under Stevens. I think he gets the most out of their talent. They made the playoffs last year and they are a good measuring stick for us. If we want to be a playoff team, these are the types of teams we need to beat. Big game for us with playoff implications - both for overall record and tie-breakers. We've taken 2 of 3 already, so one more win clinches the tie-breaker.

Biglip bringing the fire

One thing that worries me about this game is all signs point that we should win it. @home and fresh legs.

RipCity32 · Post #11 » by **RipCity32** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:15 am

theBigLip wrote:The Celtics (who I've always hated) are actually playing well under Stevens. I think he gets the most out of their talent. They made the playoffs last year and they are a good measuring stick for us. If we want to be a playoff team, these are the types of teams we need to beat. Big game for us with playoff implications - both for overall record and tie-breakers. We've taken 2 of 3 already, so one more win clinches the tie-breaker.

Nailed it

Blkbrd671 · Post #12 » by **Blkbrd671** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:42 am

Dre looks determined on d. much better positioning

Blkbrd671 · Post #13 » by **Blkbrd671** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:42 am

how was that bos ball?

DETermination · Post #14 » by **DETermination** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:43 am

Nice shot from Dre

Blkbrd671 · Post #15 » by **Blkbrd671** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:44 am

RJ, wtf was that.

RasheedTupac · Post #16 » by **RasheedTupac** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:44 am

I HATE when we play boston. The refs favor them heavily. Most frustrating games to watch. Thank god it's the last time we see them

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Blkbrd671 · Post #17 » by **Blkbrd671** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:44 am

illy you f*

Blkbrd671 · Post #18 » by **Blkbrd671** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:45 am

whats this a lob!?

Blkbrd671 · Post #19 » by **Blkbrd671** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:46 am

RJ's horrible decisions have lead to KCP taking contested jump shots as the clock ran down

mercury · Post #20 » by **mercury** » Thu Feb 4, 2016 12:46 am

Was hoping to sign Amir... surprisingly underrated on this board.