Everything about the night was incredible.
Heading into the year it’s one thing to be hopeful right?
I admit, it was cute.
As if the Celts just somehow fell backwards into a game like this.
In reality, this is who they have been for over 100+ games now.
It’s how they won the title.
They have solved the puzzle both in terms of roster construction and playstyle.
As they say, the proof is in the pudding.
Playing the Celtics boils down to two constants.
Trading 2s for 3s against this team is asking to get blown out.
Think about that for a second!
They didn’t even hit their ceiling and they were up 20 points in the first quarter!
It’s rare that we get one of these nights that is truly perfect in every aspect.
Things are going to getbetterfrom here.
But before we look ahead, we first must look back.
Let’s dive in.
The Good
- I want to be very clear when I say this.
When it comes to Jayson Tatum, we are witnessing greatness.
What I saw last night was a player who not only could not be stopped, he knew it.
When it comes to Jayson Tatum, we are witnessing greatness.
Think of how many legendary players have ever played for the Boston Celtics.
Pick a name, anyone you want.
Russell, Bird, Havlichek, Tommy, KG, Pierce etc.
Gone are the days of doubt and questioning whether or not they are “the guy”.
With that shit behind us, look at what we’re getting.
With Tatum, it’s a player that has now become scheme proof.
Watch those highlights again.
When KAT was in any sort of drop, it was an automatic Tatum pullup 3PM.
When it was time to cook Bridges in isolation, Tatum went with force and with purpose.
There was no pussyfooting around with the ball before his move.
He was decisive and he was aggressive.
Like I said, he’s scheme proof.
We’re also seeing growth in how he approaches things.
There’s no rush, there’s no panic, there’s no inefficient offensive approach.
To most, this will seem like no big deal and a simple pass.
It’s winning basketball.
It’s championship basketball.
It’s Celtics basketball.
That was a new one.
Everyone crying about the 3PA and how “it’s ugly”.
Feed me your tears you losers.
Feed me the tears!
It’s Game 1 and the haters and losers of which there are still many cannot stand it.
Welcome to Mazzulla Ball losers, I hope you enjoy your stay!
132 points on 50/47% splits with 29 3PM and 33 AST with only 3 TOs.
Buddy, it’s a historic offense.
Otherwise, it’s an easy 30 point win.
The math is the math.
If you have a non-shooter on the floor, that guy is going to be covered by Al Horford.
The Knicks had no answer for this and that’s not surprising, few teams do.
That’s the benefit of not having a single hole on defense.
With Holiday he maximized his corner 3PA which is one of the best shots in the entire league.
All while giving you All NBA level defense on the other end.
What a blessing it is to have both of these guys in the same backcourt.
- Try and hold back a smile looking at this picture.
For a team like this and a season like this, it’s all about the margins.
The Celts crushed the margins in this game, and as a result, crushed their opponent.
Where I come from, we call that progress!
While you expect that, the same was true once Tillman came in.
And how about going to a commercial RIGHT as the banner was going up?
No big deal, we’ve only been waiting for 16 years for this moment you assholes.
Show some respect for me one time.
TNT can go to hell for that.
- Not the best non-Tatum minutes to start the 2nd quarter.
The Celts were up 30+, you go for the record.
I was certain Jordan Walsh’s 3PA was going to drop, and he missed by about 50 feet.
And with that, the new journey up the mountain is underway.
My guess is things will be harder over the course of the 82 game schedule…..but maybe not.
If they keep this up, it’s not hard to imagine Banner 19 is on the way.
