Celtics/NBA 2021-2022 Regular Season Part 1: Trader Brad

[CDJ]

I like McDaniels a lot

 

[Maine Fan]

“Amid their recent hot streak that has moved them firmly into playoff contention, the Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly looking to make a big move before Thursday's trade deadline.

Per Darren Wolfson of SKOR North, the Timberwolves are "definitely" trying to acquire Marcus Smart from the Boston Celtics.

Wolfson also noted that unless Minnesota is willing to include a first-round draft pick or Jaden McDaniels in a package with Malik Beasley, a deal "most likely doesn't get done."

Beasley + McDaniels is interesting. I’d like to try to find a way to get Nowell included.

I don't feel that now is the time lose Marcus Smart. If necessary, he is tradeable during the off season and the Celtics will get the same for the most part.

 

[quietbruinfan]

I hate Smart, but the Minnesota deal is not good enough. Beasly has like 14 charges against him for various things and McDaniels is an end of bench player. Mcdaniel's is probaby a mid- bench player. I went a little overboard there.

 

[pgm16]

Rest In Peace Bill Fitch

Hey Guys,
I recall reading that Pete Maravich & Fitch didn't see eye to eye, I realize Maravich was at the end of his career and he missed a chance at a title with the Celtics. Those who were around in Boston then, I would appreciate any feedback. I love watching Maravich highlights & read a couple of books about him.

 

[CDJ]

I hate Smart, but the Minnesota deal is not good enough. Beasly has like 14 charges against him for various things and McDaniels is an end of bench player.

I think McDaniels can be a starter with time, but yeah it’s not the package you move Smart for. Especially with the way he’s actually playing PG lately


More assists than shots last night!

 

[quietbruinfan]

Hey Guys,
I recall reading that Pete Maravich & Fitch didn't see eye to eye, I realize Maravich was at the end of his career and he missed a chance at a title with the Celtics. Those who were around in Boston then, I would appreciate any feedback. I love watching Maravich highlights & read a couple of books about him.

I have been a Celtic fan since about 77. I don't remember any specific friction between Maravich and Fitch. However, I remember a quote from Fitch several years ago saying there was something physically wrong with Maravich that impeded his stamina even then. Fitch drove his players relentlessly and if you were not able to go full out in practice that was a problem.

 

[pgm16]

I have been a Celtic fan since about 77. I don't remember any specific friction between Maravich and Fitch. However, I remember a quote from Fitch several years ago saying there was something physically wrong with Maravich that impeded his stamina even then. Fitch drove his players relentlessly and if you were not able to go full out in practice that was a problem.

I started following the Celtics in high school, 76. I thought I read in one of the books that Fitch wasn't a great fan of Maravich's style of play.
Now here in NL, we weren't able to watch NBA games until 1980, so my info was newspapers.

Thanks for the info

 

[quietbruinfan]

I started following the Celtics in high school, 76. I thought I read in one of the books that Fitch wasn't a great fan of Maravich's style of play.
Now here in NL, we weren't able to watch NBA games until 1980, so my info was newspapers.

Thanks for the info

You are welcome. The Fitch quote about having something wrong has always stuck with me because Fitch was fairly emphatic about it and very wistful as well. Something like Oh yes, there was something wrong.....

 

[N o o d l e s]

I don't feel that now is the time lose Marcus Smart. If necessary, he is tradeable during the off season and the Celtics will get the same for the most part.

I disagree. This is as good as Smart gets. It’s only down from this level of play

 

[N o o d l e s]

I like McDaniels a lot

Had to double check what thread I was in

 

[The National]

Man Westbrook is so bad now lol.

 

[Gator Mike]

Celtics about to win in Orlando. They'll head to Brooklyn on Tuesday tied with the Nets in the standings.

For what it's worth, I read an article this weekend (...can't find the link) which basically says the Celtics' priority at the deadline will be getting under the luxury tax threshold.

Also, I continue to like Jaylen Brown.

 

[pgm16]

Defense continues to be strong & not blowing leads is very nice.

 

[Mione134]

Only 4.5 games back from 1st place I believe

 

[Maine Fan]

I disagree. This is as good as Smart gets. It’s only down from this level of play

You are probably correct.

 

[CDJ]

I don’t get them

 

[EverettMike]

I don’t get them

I'm not getting suckered in.

 

[pgm16]

I'm not getting suckered in.

It's a fine line for sure

 

[CDJ]

We’re the 2021 patriots aren’t we?

 

[The National]

Jackie MacMullan isn’t happy to hear Boston might deal Grant Williams

Lol really, Grant Williams?

 

[CDJ]

I love Jackie Mac, can’t remember the last time I felt she was plugged in on the C’s

wouldn’t make sense to move Grant since he’s a good shooter and they already need shooting

 

[quietbruinfan]

Grant Williams is seriously overrated by most Celtic fans. He lost quickness after his first year, and it shows defensively. He shoots wide, wide open threes well and is an ok passer. That's it. If he is the difference between getting under the tax while getting a good, athletic player or only a throw-in or second, see ya Grant.

 

[The National]

I love Jackie Mac, can’t remember the last time I felt she was plugged in on the C’s

wouldn’t make sense to move Grant since he’s a good shooter and they already need shooting

Yeah I think he’s a fine player, I just don’t see how someone could be upset by losing him. Seems completely replaceable to me, but I definitely could be missing something.

 

[KesselBuiltMyHotrod]

Never get attached to a player who's a couple trips to the buffet away from riding the bench again.

 

[CDJ]

Grant Williams is seriously overrated by most Celtic fans. He lost quickness after his first year, and it shows defensively. He shoots wide, wide open threes well and is an ok passer. That's it. If he is the difference between getting under the tax while getting a good, athletic player or only a throw-in or second, see ya Grant.

I think it’s quite the opposite actually- I don’t think many Celtics fans find him to be very good

He got some of his quickness back this year as he lost some of the weight he deliberately put on before last season. He is what he is, a solid bench player. A stretch 4. Like you said though if he’s the difference between a quality young player and a 2nd, he gone. Also it doesn’t make sense to move him unless shooting is coming back because they desperately need more of it, not less of it