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Joe Mazzulla took a big chance when things looked their worst, and his ‘great call’ paid off for the Celtics

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The truth was that at that moment, their Finals MVP and likely All-NBA player, and two other key players on a championship roster, weren’t getting the job done. Instead, a 19-year-old, a guy off the scrap heap, and a player in every trade rumor for six months, were going to have to turn things around. And Mazzulla had no problem going with them. … [Read more...] about Joe Mazzulla took a big chance when things looked their worst, and his ‘great call’ paid off for the Celtics

BSJ Game Report: Celtics 103, Pacers 95 – Bench unit saves starters in fun comeback win

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The Pacers came out blistering hot from 3 while the Celtics were cold in the second quarter, falling behind by 20. Mazzulla benched his starters after a lazy start to the third, and the bench unit got it back to single digits. The Celtics dominated the fourth quarter to get their third straight win. … [Read more...] about BSJ Game Report: Celtics 103, Pacers 95 – Bench unit saves starters in fun comeback win

Atlantic Notes: Thomas, Powell, Gonzalez, Mamukelashvili

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Cam Thomas went through a five-on-five workout for the Nets on Saturday and experienced no setbacks, writes the New York Post’s Brian Lewis (via Twitter). A hamstring injury has limited Thomas to just eight games this season. He hasn’t played since November 5, when he left the game less than six minutes into his night. In the seven games before that, the Nets guard averaged … [Read more...] about Atlantic Notes: Thomas, Powell, Gonzalez, Mamukelashvili

Jaren Jackson Jr., Jalen Brunson Named Players Of Week

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Grizzlies big man Jaren Jackson Jr. and Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson were named the Western and Eastern Conference Players of the Week, respectively, according to the NBA (Twitter links). This marks the second career Player of the Week award for Jackson, who averaged 27.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.7 steals and 2.7 blocks in 32.7 minutes per game and led Memphis … [Read more...] about Jaren Jackson Jr., Jalen Brunson Named Players Of Week

Could A Trade Solidify The Celtics Championship Window?

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The Boston Celtics may be overachieving in the first few months of the season. Clearly, the Celtics’ championship window will remain open for years to come with “The Jays,” Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, leading the way. However, should the Celtics look into a trade to solidify their future title hopes? And, who could be on their radar to target this season? A Trade Could … [Read more...] about Could A Trade Solidify The Celtics Championship Window?

Bedard: 10 minutes to a victory – Breaking down the Patriots comeback against the Ravens

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After a long night/day in Baltimore, we're back at it. Decided just to break down the two offensive drives and one defense after the Patriots fell behind 24-13 with 12:50 remaining. Almost all of it is going to be in video form since we're behind on work, but here's my one big takeaway: … [Read more...] about Bedard: 10 minutes to a victory – Breaking down the Patriots comeback against the Ravens