Yardbarker: Brian Scalabrine

CSNNE: Nocioni Deal Highly Unlikely

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:59:20 -0500

Via A. Sherrod Blakely of CSNNE.com:However, two league sources contacted Tuesday said Boston is unlikely to get involved in such a deal.The deal, according to ESPN, would sent Philadelphia's Samuel Dalembert to Sacramento, with Brian Scalabrine, Tony Allen and Sacramento's Kenny Thomas all going to Philadelphia while the Celtics would land Nocioni.If it were to happen, the deal would be news to Nocioni's agent, George Bass."I haven't heard about a deal ...

Scal Knocks Around Pierce, Giddens at Practice

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:05:36 -0500

Via WEEI.com:Paul Pierce was sporting a bandage on the right side of his face after getting hit by an inadvertent elbow from Brian Scalabrine during Thursday's practice. Pierce wasn't the only victim of Scalabrine's physicality in practice as J.R. Giddens got hit on the top of the head. "It went great," coach Doc Rivers said of Scalabrine's return from back spasms. "He elbowed one guy in the head and hit another guy, so he'...

Suicide lines: Arenas frustrated; Scalabrine miffed

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:05:51 -0500

Each weekday morning, BDL serves up a handful of NBA-related stories to digest with your spinach and artichoke stuffing.RealGM/The Washington Times: "Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas(notes) was frustrated after the team's latest loss on Tuesday night. [...] 'I don't know what the hell is going on around here. I don't know if some old player put a curse on us back in the day. I have no idea,' Arenas said. 'It's frustrating because we feel we're better than the ...

Barbosa and Scalabrine Will Miss Tonight's Game

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:57:45 -0500

The Celtics will not have the services tonight of Brian Scalabrine. He's out with back spasms. Can somebody remind Scal that you have to use your legs when lifting a keg? According to the Globe's Gary Dzen: Leandro Barbosa (right wrist) is on the court right now shooting for the Suns, but the speedy guard is not in uniform and will not play tonight vs. the Celtics. Barbosa was averaging 15.7 points for the Suns, so his absence is a blow for the Phoenix bench. ...

Can Brian Scalabrine lead the Celtics to a title?

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:20:39 -0500

Faux Twitter Tweet of the Day Big Baby’s injury will enable me to lead the Celtics to another championship & prove that I’m an elite player like LeBron, Kobe and DWade. Brian Scalabrine October 27th A Few Quick Predictions The start of the NBA season is now only a couple hours away and it’s time to go on the record: MVP: Chris Paul ROY: Tyreke [...]

Player Profiles: Brian Scalabrine #44

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 06:33:00 -0500

Next up is Celtics' all around good guy Brian Scalabrineby FreshnthehouseBrian Scalabrine is now entering the final year of the 5 year/15 million dollar contract he signed with the Celtics prior to the 2005-06 season. During his time with the Celtics, Scalabrine (or as the kids say, Veal) has had a complex relationship with the fans. During his first two years, he was a symbol of the eneptness the team displayed on the court, and to some a symbol of Danny Ainge's eneptness as a GM. E...

Scal Taking No Chances With His Head

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:30:00 -0500

Via WEEI.com's Jess Camerato:After suffering three concussions in less than a month last season, Brian Scalabrine wants to play it safe. That’s why he chose not to play at all this summer. “I didn’t play any basketball,” Scalabrine told WEEI.com last week at the USI Shamrock Classic. “I didn’t want to risk getting a concussion in that environment. So I just didn’t play any basketball and then I’ve been playing since I got back here.”“We’re just going to...

Player Projections - Brian Scalabrine

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:30:00 -0500

In preparation for the upcoming season, John and I will examine all the players on the Celtics roster and offer up opinions on what we should and should not expect from them in 2009/10. We begin with:Brian ScalabrineLast year's stats: 5.1 ppg, 0.5 apg, 1.3 rpg, 0.2 spg, fg% 42.1, ft% 88.9%Projected Stats:John: 2.5 ppg, 0.5 apg, 1.0 rpg, 0.1 spg, fg% 43.5, ft% 85.0Chuck: 3.3 ppg, 0.9 apg, 1.5 rpg, 0.2 spg, fg% 39, ft% 80What will help him the most? John: The need to reduce Kevin ...

Brian Scalabrine is good for the team

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:18:00 -0500

For the most part, a lot of Celtics fans think Brian Scalabrine is a joke, and would care less if he's with the team or not.But there are also a growing number of fans who are warming up to Scalabrine, and are beginning to see what Ainge saw in Scal 4 years ago when he brought him over from the Nets.Scalabrine is like women's perfume--a slight hint of it is nice, but too much of it ruins the whole thing. When used right and in moderation, Scalabrine is an effective player--he's mo...

Well... at least SCAL approves

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 08:53:42 -0500

I was reading this piece about how only about 9 or 10 NBA teams consider themselves potential title contenders this year... and have approached this season this way... when I was hit with Brian Scalabrine's assessment of the offseason.“I’m loving Rasheed Wallace,’’ Scalabrine said last week at a State House presentation for the team’s Heroes Among Us program. “And Marquis Daniels gives us versatility. Those two things, I think, make us the best team in the league.“Rasheed Wallace, if I h...

Scalabrine, Odom, The King's Weed & Celtics Dancers

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:34:13 -0500

Here's what's going on:Brian Scalabrine will not be part of any sign-and-trade with the Indianapolis Pacers. Indy Cornrows blogger Tom Lewis (citing a Pacers beat writer) broke this news to us last night during our Two Man Game show. Despite rumors that Marbury is leaning towards resigning with the Celtics, Marc Spears tweets that Marbury has "nothing strong going on with anyone now." Marbury is also planning a 24 hour, uncensored live chat on Ustream starting Friday at 6am....

Celtics Wanted the 36th Pick

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 10:35:29 -0500

Via the Memphis Commercial Appeal:Boston tried to entice the Grizzlies twice. The Celtics offered Brian Scalabrine, Tony Allen and a choice of J.R. Giddens or Bill Walker for the Grizzlies' 36th pick and cash considerations.The Celtics' best offer for the Grizzlies' No. 2 pick only included center Kendrick Perkins.We've heard the Perk for #2 rumor before, and I still doubt its legitimacy. But I wonder who Danny Ainge wanted to grab at #36. Here's a look at the guys wh...

Quote of the Day

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 20:59:20 -0500

The Globe had a hilarious quote from Doc concerning Scal and Posey returning to action tonight. We take a look at it here and see his point.

The Crack Staff's Video Interview With Brian Scalabrine

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 23:23:30 -0500

This is Brian Scalabrine. He loves inspirational music like Metalica and Rage Against the Machine. He likes biking and chicken and pasta. He is one-quarter Italian and oh, by the way, don't call him Veal. One of many interviews we'll be bringing you over the next few days. Stay tuned and enjoy.

Getting to Know Brian Scalabrine

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 02:01:18 -0500

Brian Scalabrine is the Celtic that most fans love to hate. He is a hard working player that isn't necessarily good at anything but is a good "energy guy" and a good "locker room guy" according to Danny Ainge and most reports. We tell you all you need to know about Scal.