MERCER

["Dorine" <norine@sover.net>]

I have to agree with Hart.  We don't need to trade Mercer, who IMO would come back to haunt us someday as he develops.  He just might come up with a three point shot, but what he does is fine with me.    Every player has certain things they do well, and unless it's a blockbuster trade where the Celts get something really terrific, why do it?  I like the news about Pitino keeping both he and Battie for another year - after all, folks, Mercer has only been in the league for two years.  We heard that about Walker, but Mercer isn't given the same consideration?  I am a believer in chemistry - and if you do too much trading with this team we're back to square one.

Want to wish each and every one of you a very happy and safe Independence Day.

Dorine