The rumor mill is churning. After an initial report that Gortat is unhappy in Phoenix and the Celtics have some interest… the story has progressed to the point where the Celtics are reportedly preparing to make an actual offer for him. But, according to Przeglad Sportowy, it looks like they’ll be looking to upgrade their lack [...]
November 23, 2012 John - Red's Army Rumors Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump. “Do I still look at what Oklahoma City does? No,” a nearly expressionless Green said. Did he keep track of them for a time after the trade? [...]
November 23, 2012 John - Red's Army Celtics News, The Morning Dump Happy Thanksgiving Red’s Army readers. I’d like to take a moment to say that I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity John & Chuck have given me to contribute to this site. It’s truly a pleasure to be able to provide Celtics content to such great fans & loyal readers. Ok-no more mushy stuff…I hope you’ve [...]
November 22, 2012 KWAPT Brandon Bass, Chris Wilcox, Courtney Lee, Jason Terry, Jeff Green, Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, Post Game Galleries, Rajon Rondo, Red's Army Multimedia The little brother of Hawks center Al Horford is becoming an Internet sensation for his oogling of a Hawks cheerleader during last night’s game. You have to appreciate the boy’s ambition. He doesn’t settle for the front view. He gets up and takes a peek around back. (h/t Sheridan Hoops) [...]
November 22, 2012 Chuck - Red's Army Around the NBA, Humor Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump. Based on Synergy Sports numbers, which are tracked on a standardized per-play basis, the Celtics rank 26th in overall defense (0.947 points per play), 30th in transition [...]
November 22, 2012 Chuck - Red's Army Celtics News, Kevin Garnett, The Morning Dump This just in: the Spurs are REALLY good. Between their incredible chemistry and remarkable passing, it was just too much for the Celtics to handle. Whether it was the FIFTY EIGHT points inside the paint or the 8-of-16 shooting from downtown, the Spurs just showed the Celtics what a title contender looks like a 112-100 [...]
November 21, 2012 Ben Celtics News, Recaps The team announced today that they have waived Darko Milicic. Darko’s mother is ill, and he has decided to go home to spend time with her and his family. “Darko has asked us to release him so he could deal with a personal matter,” said Celtics President of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge. “The whole Celtics [...]
November 21, 2012 John - Red's Army Celtics News, Darko Milicic Looking to fill some time before the big Celtics-Spurs game tonight? We’ve got about 39 minutes of Gang Green TV for you. It includes some pre-Thanksgiving discussion of what the boys are thankful for, and some talk about Rajon Rondo for MVP. Yes, we know it’s early… but still… he’s pretty good. Also, a shout [...]
November 21, 2012 John - Red's Army Gang Green TV Tip: 7:30 PM Court: TD Garden Watch it: CSN Hear it: WEEI Referees: Ron Garretson, David Jones and Mark Lindsay Get your tickets here: Boston Celtics Tickets The Matchup Record: 6-5 Record: 8-3 At Home: 3-2 On Road: 4-1 Streak: Lost 1 Streak: Lost 1 Leaders Leaders Buckets: Pierce (19.3 ppg) [...]
November 21, 2012 Chuck - Red's Army Gametime, Previews I’ll go out on a limb and say the kid with the backwards hat and sunglasses has a basketball IQ of 5. Those matching Dwight Howard t-shirts are kinda cute, though. [Update: Deadspin interviewed them both, bro] Speaking of Mr. Howard, check out the reaction to his latest debacle at the free throw line. Air balls [...]
November 21, 2012 Chuck - Red's Army Around the NBA, Humor