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Kevin Love Apologizes for Free-Throw Shooting, Takes Jab at Shaquille O'Neal in Process
Team USA survived a scare on Saturday, outlasting Lithuania 99-94. A win is a win, but Kevin Love thought an apology was is order. Shortly after Team USA, which actually trailed in the fourth quarter, overcame Lithuania's upset bid, Love sent out the following tweet. Shaq on the free throw line today!!! My bad USA. Good win for us. Needed a game like that. On to the next. â...
A younger, more athletic BOSTON CELTICS team emerges from off season
With the dust settling on an active offseason for the Boston Celtics a clearer picture of the final roster heading into the 2012-13 season is coming into view. Several key role players have left the team, either via free agency or trade, but the additions to the roster have left the team younger, more athletic, [...]
Paul Pierce a "little bitter" over Ray going to Miami; excited about new Celtics
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"Ray made the best decision for him," Pierce told the team's official website Thursday in his first public offseason comments. "That's what it's all about: You get in these situations, you become a free agent, and you make a decision based on what's best for you and your family. Ray will always be a brother for me. If it wasn't for...
JaJuan Johnson appreciates everything KG taught him
Former Celtics 1st round pick and current Rocket JaJuan Johnson issued his first public comments about the multi-player trade that sent him to Houston for Courtney Lee:
âIt was a good opportunity the first year, and it was fun,â Johnson said of playing for the Celtics. âBut thatâs what it is. Itâs part of the business. Thatâs something that you learn early on.
âYou...
Timberwolves could have their eye on Anderson Varejao
Derrick Williamscredit: nba.com
The Minnesota Timberwolves have made their fair share of noise this offseason after showing they could possibly contend for a playoff spot. They had solid play from the point guard position, as well as their bigs. Kevin Love, Ricky Rubio, and Nikola Pekovic had their team playing very well until various injuries led to a late season skid.
They acquired...
KG's bid to become Italian soccer team owner gets blocked
Late last year we got a tip from one of our readers in Rome that Kevin Garnett was part of an investment group purchasing AS Roma Soccer Club. The Boston Globe later confirmed the report (didn't give us any credit, but whatever), but today the Globe is reporting that the NBA blocked KG's ownership bid.Kevin Garnett has a strong rooting interest in soccer, Chelsea and AC Milan...
Your Morning Dump⌠Where Jeff Green feels better than he did before surgery
Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here⌠highlighting the big storyline. Because thereâs nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump.Â
I trust that youâre feeling much better these days?
âI feel awesome. I actually feel a lot better than I did prior to the surgery. It was a blessing, and Iâm doing better now.â
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Fiddlin' & Diddlin' - Daily Links 8/4
Herald Russia beats Spain 77-74 in menâs Olympic hoops
Globe Pierce adjusts plans
Pierce continues talking about contract, Celtics future
Pierce finally opens up about Ray Allen, Celtics future
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Former Celtic Arnie Risen Dies at 87
Hall of Fame center Arnie Risen died Saturday morning in Beachwood, Ohio. He was 87 years old. Risen had suffered from lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. His lung cancer had been in remission.
He is mostly a forgotten figure to most Celtics fans today, but in the early fifties, he was a very recognizable player to NBA fans of that generation. He played 13...
Paul Pierce shares his thoughts on Ray Allen and the upcoming season
Paul Pierce gave his first interview of the offseason to Molly McGrath over at Celtics.com where he offered his thoughts on a multitude of topics, including the departure of former Celtic Ray Allen:âItâs going to be a little weird. Ray made the best decision for him. Thatâs what it is all about. When you are a free agent you make the best decision for you. Heâll always...
Garnett Prohibited From Becoming Part-Owner Of AS Roma
The NBA blocked Kevin Garnett's bid to purchase a minority stake in Italian soccer club AS Roma.
What the Hell Happened to...M.L. Carr?
Anytime the Celtics lose, the season is not successful, and it (pondering retirement) was very tough to think of leaving on an unsuccessful note.- M.L. Carr after losing in the 1985 Finals to the Lakers. This week in WTHHT, we remember the career of the energectic and proud M.L. Carr. As I've done in the past, as often as the opportunity presents itself, I read M.L.'s autobiography...
Remembering Larry Legend
Few players in Celtics history retain as much love and respect as Larry Joe Bird. In spite of the fact that Larry has been coach, GM and President of the Indiana Pacers since 1997, Celtics fans still see him as a forever Celtic. I've been thinking a lot about Larry lately between Lex's articles from the 1980 season over on Lex Nihil Novi and re-watching several of the...
Speaking of Character
I've written a couple articles lately about how Red put character first in choosing his players and how important signing players with good character is to developing chemistry on a team. I said in one article that I thought Danny did a good job in bringing in that type of player for this year's Celtics.
Today, in the Sun News, there is evidence of this very thing. We...
Pierce Comfortable With Contract Situation
The Celtics have a team option on Paul Pierce's contract for the 13-14 season.
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