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Olynyk might also be out for Game 2

John - Red's Army (@RedsArmy_John) April 18, 2016 Injuries, Kelly Olynyk 10 Comments on Olynyk might also be out for Game 2

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We’re already dealing with a pretty tough blow with the loss of Avery Bradley in this series. Now the Celtics, desperate for shooting, are dealing with the potential loss of one of the only guys who can be counted on (usually) to hit 3’s.

Say what you want about Olynyk’s inconsistency, the threat of him behind the 3 point line is dangerous. Remember, we were pushing for him to be in the 3-point shootout at All Star weekend. He can get hot fast, and he creates space that allows at least SOME lanes to the hoop. If Olynyk AND Bradley are out, two of their most reliable 3-point threats will be on the sidelines.

We’re now looking at a situation where Terry Rozier and RJ Hunter might be pressed into duty. Hope all that time in Maine comes in handy here.

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  • Curt Hays

    According to Per 100 stats*, RJ Hunter as compared to Avery Bradley:

    – 2P% is 1.5% pts higher
    – FT% is 8% pts higher
    – RBs are higher
    – Steals are higher
    – Blocks are higher
    – Turnovers are lower

    – Points are lower
    – Asts are lower
    – 3P% is 6% pts lower

    I read this to mean that RJ Hunter is going to be NBA Finals MVP this year.

    * all caveats, known and unknown, apply

    • jrleftfoot

      I know you are jesting, but in his recent appearances , it has been headlights meet bird. If he doesn`t come out a couple shots right away, its going to be Rozier who`ll get the bulk of the extra minutes. Smart becomes really important now.

  • Dmitry

    It’s time to remind ET he was the 2nd pick in the draft! =) Give me some proud!

    • Dmitry

      Also there is someone named John Holland in the roster how can shoot, it seems

  • Finks

    The real issue that no one has mentioned is what’s up with the neon yellow T shirts from Saturdays game. They were so distracting it literally agitated me. If they are going to add Neon yellow to their teams colors, my friends and I have opted to call them the Atlanta Peeps.

    • jrleftfoot

      Or the tweetie birds.

  • Curt Hays

    You know, we have the perfect replacement for both Bradley and Olynyk. The GOAT is just sitting on the bench every game.

    • 76th

      For real, let Mickey play

  • tvor03

    Are we ever going to stop pretending that these are just “freak” injuries with AB and he’s not actually injury prone? I like the kid but he’s not reliable.

    • jrleftfoot

      That`s silly. Anybody, especially someone who plays as hard as Avery, can tweak his hamstring .fhe had hurt his shoulder again , there would be cause for concern.