Found February 19, 2012 on Celtics Life: Yardbarker Blogger Network
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Are the Pistons the new kryptonite for the Celtics? It sure feels that way with Boston dropping their second game in one week to the Detroit Pistons with the score 96-81. The Pistons have won 7 of their past 9, which might be the only encouraging sign to take from this game. Missing Kevin Garnett and Brandon Bass has not been a pleasant experience for the Celtics. Boston looked to avenge their loss to the Detroit Pistons a few days ago, a very disappointing loss it was in deed. Many critics and writers were concerned with Rajon Rondo being the first option offensively, as he has poured in the points lately. Despite Rondo’s heroics, the Celtics have lost these games. Tonight, we had the opposite and the result was even worse, as Detroit jumped ahead early being the aggressor. Boston was too pass and Rondo worked to get everyone else involved. This resulted in a ton of early turnovers, which left the Celtics to play from behind again. 29 free throw attempts in the first half w...
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DALLAS - Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey went to the free throw line Sunday night 15 times and scored 12 of his 16 points there. The Celtics attempted 15 free throws, and perhaps that was the source of some of Rajon Rondo’s frustration as he was ejected in the third quarter.
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