When compared to the previous game between these two sides, the Celtics-Nets matchup was fairly one-sided. The hosts went on a run in the very first quarter, never allowing Brooklyn to climb back into the game. After displaying some solid defensive effort in the Thursday’s game, the Nets went back to their old ways by allowing the Celtics to score 120 points.
From the first possession of the game, it was obvious the Celtics came out ready to hustle. Atkinson’s team couldn’t get many open looks, but at least they were able to hold back Boston as well. As soon as the Nets starters went out, however, the Celtics responded with a 13-2 run to end the quarter. They held onto the lead throughout the second period, finishing the first half with a …show more content…
Indeed, they got within 2 points midway through the third quarter, mostly thanks to their improved outside shooting. That was as close as they got, however. The Nets reserves couldn’t keep up the pressure, allowing the Celtics to make another strong run and seal the game. After the third quarter, the scoreboard read 94-76 to Boston.
The final period was basically an exhibition, with the Nets’ third stringers getting a run out as well. Chase Budinger made the most of the opportunity, scoring 10 points throughout the quarter. Beau Beech and Egidijus Mockevicius got their first minutes this preseason as well, but neither made much of a mark. By the end of the game, it was Boston 120, Brooklyn 98.
Kilpatrick made a strong case for a starting spot, finishing the game with 15 points on 6-10 from the field. Lin, Bogdanovic, Hollis-Jefferson and Budinger were all in double figures as well. Isaiah Thomas was Boston’s leading scorer with 19 points, going 6-6 from the field and 6-7 from the line.
Atkinson continued to mix things up, resting Trevor Booker, Greivis Vasquez, Joe Harris and Anthony Bennett. Kilpatrick made the starting lineup for the first time this preseason, getting the nod over both Foye and Bogdanovic. Somewhat surprisingly, Hamilton started at the power forward spot, right next to Brook
From the first possession of the game, it was obvious the Celtics came out ready to hustle. Atkinson’s team couldn’t get many open looks, but at least they were able to hold back Boston as well. As soon as the Nets starters went out, however, the Celtics responded with a 13-2 run to end the quarter. They held onto the lead throughout the second period, finishing the first half with a …show more content…
Indeed, they got within 2 points midway through the third quarter, mostly thanks to their improved outside shooting. That was as close as they got, however. The Nets reserves couldn’t keep up the pressure, allowing the Celtics to make another strong run and seal the game. After the third quarter, the scoreboard read 94-76 to Boston.
The final period was basically an exhibition, with the Nets’ third stringers getting a run out as well. Chase Budinger made the most of the opportunity, scoring 10 points throughout the quarter. Beau Beech and Egidijus Mockevicius got their first minutes this preseason as well, but neither made much of a mark. By the end of the game, it was Boston 120, Brooklyn 98.
Kilpatrick made a strong case for a starting spot, finishing the game with 15 points on 6-10 from the field. Lin, Bogdanovic, Hollis-Jefferson and Budinger were all in double figures as well. Isaiah Thomas was Boston’s leading scorer with 19 points, going 6-6 from the field and 6-7 from the line.
Atkinson continued to mix things up, resting Trevor Booker, Greivis Vasquez, Joe Harris and Anthony Bennett. Kilpatrick made the starting lineup for the first time this preseason, getting the nod over both Foye and Bogdanovic. Somewhat surprisingly, Hamilton started at the power forward spot, right next to Brook