Celtics ☘️ Sentinel

 In the Celtics loss to the Pistons, Payton Pritchard was on the floor for only 27 minutes . He supplied 17 points, four rebounds, one assist - with zero turnovers . Understanding that Joe Mazzull a needs to see what he has in Jordan Walsh, Baylor Scheierman and Hugo Gonzalez , but Joe knows what Pritchard can do. The 6'1" two-way guard averaged more than 32 minutes per game in the 2025-26 season - and for good reason. Last season, his 5.2 APG and only 1.4 TOPG - and his ability to put points on the board - showed his value. The Oregon product will turn 29 of age in January, and he should be in his prime. Brad Stevens and Joe Mazzulla have always appeared to be fond of having as many wings as possible on the parquet, and Payton is still regarded as a liability on defense due to his lack of length. But he takes care of the ball, increases the pace, gets into the paint and never seems to ease up on his on-court intensity. Boston takes on the Knicks tonight in their home open...

      I truly can't understand how a 22 point lead goes away... and or how do you allow a run of 23 to 0 to happen? This makes no logical sense to me as a basketball lover. Time and time again every iteration of these three happy Cs blow huge leads and lose games. One game doesn't define a season but after all the shake ups in the off season, I expect better results. With that said JT played poorly on the offensive end. His assist numbers were nice but everything else was disappointing. I don't believe this is going to be a pattern but I expected more from him today. With that said he and the Celtics will bounce back going forward.       I was not very pleased with trading for Paul George, doesn't mean I don't like his game. I just feel he's underperformed in his career. After today's throw back game I was pleasantly surprised. What we saw today is his true upside as a player. Throughout his career he's put on some good performances. I will watch him w...

 The 2026-27 NBA season is now underway. It's Boston Celtics versus Detroit Pistons - the top two teams in the previous season. Joe Mazzulla is starting Jayson Tatum, Mitchell Robinson, Derrick White, Paul George - and Jordan Walsh. Jordan is active early on, and his massive wingspan is such a weapon for Boston. It is no surprise that Jayson Tatum is running the show. Everything is going thjrough him, but thus far "The Green" are picking up turnovers too damn fast. Detroit is giving nothing to the Celtics.  Still in the first quarter a Tatum-to-Queta pass produces a gorgeous score. Things are looking up for Boston. Interesting to see Payton Pritchard work in the paint. Many would say a little guy doesn't belong there. Thankfully. Payton has ignored that mind-set. The game is tied at 35-35 with 8:40 left in the second quarter. Robinson is on the bench with an ankle issue, but Luka Garza is working hard out there and doing some good things at both ends of the court. ...

       It's almost time for the start of the regular season... While some people have low expectations for this Celtics team I expect them to win 50 plus games, make the playoffs and possibly make some noise. JT will now become an even better player than he's been. He's in his prime and will elevate this roster around him. I've been impressed with his growth each and every year. I feel he can be a top five MVP candidate. He should be fully healthy and ready to rock the NBA.       I expect Derrick White and Payton Pritchard to take leaps as well. Both suit JTs game and play very well off him. Derrick is a kinda jack of trades player that makes so many game winning plays each game. Pritch should be a guy off the bench that carries the offensive bulk. I'm really excited to see the 3 headed monster in Robinson, Queta, and Garza. Each offer their uniqueness to the team. Robinson if healthy will be a huge difference maker on the floor. I find the depth ...

 The final score was: Celtics 114, Hornets 93 - in last night's preseason contest. Exhibition or not, Boston looks like they have been playing together for years. What stands out from last night's game were "The Green's" assists and steal numbers. The Celtics racked up 31 assists to only 19 for Charlotte . In the theft department, Boston also led in with 16 to the Hornet's seven. Payton Pritchard was high man for his team in assists with 11 to his credit. His shot wasn't falling (3-of-11 FG, 1-of-4 3s) so he turned his teammates loose. Jayson Tatum came away with six assists, and it would be great to see him average 6-8 assists per game this season. In the larceny department, Derrick White took team honors with four steals. Luke Garza was credited with three thefts.  The Boston Celtics are now 3-0 in exhibition play, and the team just looks smooth . NBA fans expect preseason play to be ragged and sloppy. That has not been the case with "The Gre...

 Celtics win over the 76ers (144-106) was more of a romp. Philly was short-handed, and Boston took advantage. Here are a few highlights: Tatum looking healthy and ready for the regular season Everything starts with Jayson Tatum, and he looked just fine last night.  He ended the game with 23 points, five boards, four assists and one steal. Jayson was 9-of-19 from the field and 4-of-10 from deep.  Pritchard solid in his role Payton Pritchard was the Celtics high scorer with 25 points, hitting on 7-of-12 from the field, 5-of-8 from 3-point land and a perfect 6-of-6 from the foul line. He took honors in plus/minus with a +35. This could be another solid season for the 6'1" guard. Scheierman showing his versatility Baylor Scheierman had an off-shooting night but came away with three rebounds, eight assists (high for Boston) and five steals. Who knows what this young guy's ceiling is. Shout-out to Baylor Scheierman ☘️ I love his energy. Scored just three points, but still left...