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Bass In, Dooling & Daniels Out vs. Bobcats Tonight, Plus Stiemsma Gets His Contract Guaranteed & Paul Pierce Shoots For Larry Bird

Found February 07, 2012 on CLNS Radio: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Paul Pierce,  Brandon Bass,  Keyon Dooling,  Marquis Daniels,  Doc Rivers
TEAMS: Boston Celtics

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Celtics power forward Brandon Bass returns to action against the Bobcats after missing Sunday’s win over the Grizzlies with a knee injury. However, point guard Keyon Dooling and shooting guard Marquis Daniels will be out tonight. The news regarding Dooling was optimistic, with Doc Rivers expecting him to return before the All-Star break. Regardless of [...]
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