Game day is finally here. It seemed like such a long off season. Yes, we've had preseason games, but they don't count. This one counts. Outside of the Lakers, the Cavs are fast becoming one of the Celtics top rivals and tonight's game should be good. Both teams will want to make a statement in this game to start the season off with the mental edge. I am counting the minutes. I can't wait.
Two bits of Celtics information have dominated the Celtics news over the past couple days. First is Big Baby's injury. He hurt his hand in a fight with a former teammate from Louisiana. This is a very bad move on his part. He was set to become a very big part of this team's rotation and his presence on both offense and defense. Reports are that this injury will require surgery and that Big Baby may be facing a suspension from the Celtics for his conduct causing the injury. Here is what Wyc had to say:
"I've had enough of 'Big Baby,' so I...
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