Re: Celtics resurgence

["R. Bentz Kirby" <bocelts@usit.net>]

Alex Wang wrote:

> The Celtics are now 3-3 in their last six road games. Hopefully they
> can translate their small road winning streak into more success at
> home against some better teams (Toronto, Seattle), followed by a tough
> three game road trip (Charlotte, Miami, Orlando). In particular, the
> games with Toronto, Charlotte, and Orlando are pivotal games against
> fellow contenders for the last couple playoff spots.
>

Just wanted to say that I am jacked as a client of mine gave me tickets to
the Hornets game in Charlotte (about 1.25 hour drive from the house).  I
hope to see a good game from the Celtics.  But, I will go with low
expectations so as not to set myself up for a fall.


>
> The difference to me seems to be the return of the "old" Antoine,
> who is hitting the offensive boards more (3 per game in 2000), passing
> better, and making key plays. When he draws double teams, he forces
> the other team to rotate on Pierce, who is learning to exploit them
> with fakes.
>
> I haven't read anything about Griffin yet except that he is eligible
> to come off the injured list. Hopefully he returns soon.
>
> Alex

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