Selfish Celtics...ME ME ME ME ME..

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The Boston Celtics almost blew a 23 point lead last night against the lowly Minnesota Timberwolves, only days after blowing a big fourth quarter lead to the Charlotte Bobcats.  After that game, Doc had some interesting things to say.  

"The way we're playing shocks me....We're just not ready to win any games right now.  We've become very selfish.  Guys struggle, he pouts, he moans, everything is me me me right now."

The Celtics have not been playing team basketball, and it all starts with their point guard, Rajon Rondo.  Rondo just haven't been the same since his best friend, Kendrick Perkins, was traded at the dead-line.  Rondo was out of last nights line-up with a "pinky injury".  I'm not saying Rondo's pinky isn't bothering him, but this is more than that.  At this point in the season, everyone is banged up, everyone is playing hurt.  I think Rondo was benched.  I think Rondo is the main culprit of Doc's comments.  His numbers have not been the same since the departure of his starting center and best friend.  His demeanor on the court has not been the same, and obviously his attitude in the locker room has not been the same.  Rondo is having a pity party for himself it's rubbing off on the rest of the green.

Rondo needs to get over his little temper tantrum and start playing like the All-Star point guard he is.  There is no way that Rondo was sitting because of his pinky.  He was sitting because he's pouting and being a selfish baby.  Listen, I love Rondo.  When he is on top of his game, he is fantastic, maybe the best passing PG in the game, but the Celtics will go as far as Rondo takes him.  The big three cannot create shots for themselves anymore, they need Rondo distributing the rock.

We all know Rondo has always had an ego.  It is known around the league that many people do not care for Rondo.  He has a big head.  It goes back to a year or two ago when he declined a contract extension.  Listen Rondo, thousands of players never ever win a championship and you have a chance right now, to win your second.  Take a back seat, enjoy playing with four future hall of famers for a couple more years.  WIN NOW.  You will get a big contract somewhere.  It will happen.  So get off your high horse and start playing basketball.

Here is the full clip of Doc's comments after the Bobcats loss:

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UConn/Arizona O/U 146

This is going to be an up and down game.  A lot of Derrick Williams and a lot of Kemba Walker, which means a lot of points.  Go with the over.

Lock of the Day - UConn/Arizona OVER 146

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VCU +4 vs Florida State

This should be a really good game.  VCU has been on fire from three, and Florida State is just so good defensively.  Something's gotta give.  Florida State played their best game of the season against Notre Dame and VCU has won three straight games they "weren't supposed to".  Sooooo, I think it will be a close game, toss-up on who's gonna win.  I'll take the points and run.

Lock of the Day - VCU +4

B's Rape Canadiens. Someone call 911!

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All the build-up, all the hype, and only one team showed up last night in Boston.  The Boston Bruins absolutely dismantled the Canadiens last night, 7-0.  They B's came out with energy and fire.  They wanted this game, they wanted it bad.  From the opening puck drop, you knew who was going to win this game.

The Bruins are starting to pull away, now five points ahead of the Canadiens for first place in the Northeast Division, and also have two games in hand.  It looks like these two bitter rivals will meet in the first round of the playoffs.  The Canadiens have basically handled the Bruins prior to last nights shalacking.  This win will give the Bruins momentum down the stretch and into the playoffs.

The game was exactly what I thought it would be.  The Canadiens did not take many runs at the biggest man on the ice.  When they did, Chara just tossed them to the side like rag-dolls.  The Bruins out-skated, out-hustled, and just out-played the clowns from Montreal.  What a fucking game to watch.  I thought that the Canadiens would start taking shots at some B's once it got out of hand, but they knew better.  They are smaller and would have just got their faces kicked in.

Gregory Campbell and Nathan Horton both scored twice last night for the B's.  Campbell netted a five on three short-handed goal with a huge fuck you to the Canadiens.  Other goals were scored by Johnny Boychuck (1:01 into the game), Adam McQuaid, and Thomas Kaberle (first as a Bruin).  David Krecji, Milan Lucic and Zdeno Chara all tallied three assists amist the romping.

This game should do wonders for the B's, who couldn't seem to keep the Canadiens from putting the puck in the net in their previous meetings this year.  Tim Thomas played well last night, notching his 8th shutout of the season.  He didn't really get tested too much, as the B's just flat out raped the Canadiens. 

The biggest thing I took from last nights game was the Bruins power play.  It had been dreadful, absolutely horrid.  Last night, they looked fucking phenominal.  Everyone was moving, everyone was making good decisions, and everyone was getting involved.  I need to see more consistancy from the PP though, but all signs point in the right direction.

Did anyone call 911 last night?  I hope so....

The next game is tomorrow afternoon as the B's host the Rangers at 1:00 ET.

Round 2?

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If tonights game does turn into a bloodbath, expect the bigger, tougher Bruins to easily handle the weasel Candiens.  Pretty much like they did on February 9th....here it is if you missed it...

B's Meet Habs For First Time Since Chara Hit

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Tonights game in Boston features two bitter rivals;  the Yankees-Red Sox of the NHL.  The Montreal Canadiens and the Boston Bruins hate each other, absolutely despise one another.  They will meet tonight in Boston for the first time since the Chara/Pacioretty incident in Montreal.

The Bruins are three points ahead of the Canadiens for first place in the Northeast Division, and have two games in hand, which is very crucial.  Most people are focusing on the brawl about a month back, and the Chara hit.  Also, most people are expecting the Canadiens to take several swipes at our captain.  I'm not sure if that's how it is going to be.

There is two HUGE points on the line tonight, and I believe both teams are focusing on grabbing those points.  I do see the Canadiens taking a few runs at Chara, whether it be big hits and some rubbish after the whistle.  I do not see this game getting out of hand though.  I think both teams are looking at the bigger picture.  Do I think Chara will end up squaring off with someone? Yes.  But I don't see much more than that.  They Canadiens need to play their game.  They need to skate and use their speed.  If they try to turn this into a physical battle, I give the upper hand to the Bruins.

Big one tonight in Boston.  You don't wanna miss it.

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I went 2-1 yesterday, winning the C's under and Bama over Miami.  I lost the C's game, but still, that puts me at 7-1 over my last 8 LOD's.  I'm high on todays pick.

Minnesota Timberwolves +15 @ Dallas Mavericks

The Twolves lost their best player Kevin Love, and got blown out by the lowly Kings.  The Mavs are poised to make a deep playoff run and I just do not see how they do not win this game by 20 points.  Also they are at home.  Roll with the Mavs, 104-81.

Lock of the Day - Dallas Mavericks -15