The Celtics are having a clearance. Everything old must go. Veterans were priced to move and so they did. One power broker had no problem purchasing pre-owned pros.
Days after the Celtics were left to operate without Doc, GM Danny Ainge decided to dissect the team himself (forgetting to administer anesthesia to the fans), amputating an appendage in Paul Pierce who's been a primary part of Boston for 15 years . Truth is, we thought "The Truth," who ranks first in three-pointers made, second in scoring and third in games played on the organization's all-time list, would get to retire having had one home. Instead, he was evicted, along with Kevin Garnett and Jason Terry; meaning there are three new rental properties in Brooklyn.
Unlike the inhabitants of his borough, Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov is not a thrift shopper. He bought two big ticket items, including "The Big Ticket." The 69th wealthiest man in the world according to Forbes isn't bargain hunting - he's hunting for a championship. Spending c-notes on a couple of C's will be worth it if they win it all.
Showing posts with label Paul Pierce. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Paul Pierce. Show all posts
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Friday, April 5, 2013
The Born Identity
This is what it sounds like when babies cry. Paul Pierce has named his newborn "Prince." The tot, who entered the world on Tuesday, is Pierce's first son and third kid overall, yet Pierce plans to propagate the royal family further, saying, "still going for five or six more." That'll be a labor of love for his wife in multiple ways. We don't know if the wee one's handle is in honor of the musician or the racket manufacturer*, but we bet he can make a racket. We wonder how long until the rugrat is referred to as "the infant formerly known as 'Prince'?"^
*We suppose there's an outside chance the lil' slugger is called Prince after the Detroit Tigers large slugger.
^Also, does Power Wheels make a "Little Red Corvette?" And do Pampers come in purple?
*We suppose there's an outside chance the lil' slugger is called Prince after the Detroit Tigers large slugger.
^Also, does Power Wheels make a "Little Red Corvette?" And do Pampers come in purple?
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Back and Fourth
While the last quartet of teams was being determined in college basketball on Sunday, a far more fascinating "Final Four" was taking place: a quadruple overtime game between Utah and Atlanta, the first since 1997 and just the ninth such contest in league history. The Hawks went on to win 139-133, despite this being the team's third game in three nights, snapping the Jazz's string of six straight victories. 233 shots were attempted, a symmetrical seven players on each squad scored in double figures and the teams combined for only 21 turnovers. Here are four other standout moments from the shortened but significant season, in the order they occured:
1. February 6: Kobe Bryant moves into fifth on the NBA's all-time scoring supplanting former ally and adversary Shaq. The Big Studio Analyst was complimentary, declaring Kobe, "the greatest Laker ever." Asked if there was special significance in superseding Shaq, Kobe says, "No. It was inevitable."* As certain as him taking the last shot in a close game, as assured as the Lakers overtaking the Clippers in the standings, as pre-determined as Mike Brown being blamed for the squad's shortcomings.
2. February 7: Paul Pierce passes Larry Bird to move into second place on the Celtics scoring list, with 21,797 points, in an otherwise meaningless game against the Bobcats. Bostonians have a hard time accepting "The Truth" that Larry Legend has been lowered a level and contemplate carrying out the plot of Celtic Pride as a solution to their problem.
3. February 19: Two-time league scoring leader Kevin Durant hits the half-century mark in game, piling up a career-high 51 points. Russell Westbrook, trailing closely, nets 41, and Serge Ibaka tallies his first-ever triple-double, with 14 points, 15 rebounds and 11 blocks. It's the third time Ibaka has recorded 10 or more blocks this season, making Mt. Mutombo shrink to the size of a hill. The man erases more than a no. 2 pencil of a sloppy student.
4. March 14: Rajon Rondo registers his second triple-double in three games (and fourth of the season), with 18 points, 20 assists and a career-best 17 rebounds for his 17th overall triple-double. The last player to have 17 or more points, plus dimes and boards, in a game was Magic Johnson in 1989. Inspired by a scene in Good Will Hunting, Rondo presses the stat sheet against the window of GM Danny Ainge's office, shouting, "I got these numbers. How do you like them apples?" Then, he proceeds to make love to Minnie Driver
*His drive is almost as impressive as what he drives.
1. February 6: Kobe Bryant moves into fifth on the NBA's all-time scoring supplanting former ally and adversary Shaq. The Big Studio Analyst was complimentary, declaring Kobe, "the greatest Laker ever." Asked if there was special significance in superseding Shaq, Kobe says, "No. It was inevitable."* As certain as him taking the last shot in a close game, as assured as the Lakers overtaking the Clippers in the standings, as pre-determined as Mike Brown being blamed for the squad's shortcomings.
2. February 7: Paul Pierce passes Larry Bird to move into second place on the Celtics scoring list, with 21,797 points, in an otherwise meaningless game against the Bobcats. Bostonians have a hard time accepting "The Truth" that Larry Legend has been lowered a level and contemplate carrying out the plot of Celtic Pride as a solution to their problem.
3. February 19: Two-time league scoring leader Kevin Durant hits the half-century mark in game, piling up a career-high 51 points. Russell Westbrook, trailing closely, nets 41, and Serge Ibaka tallies his first-ever triple-double, with 14 points, 15 rebounds and 11 blocks. It's the third time Ibaka has recorded 10 or more blocks this season, making Mt. Mutombo shrink to the size of a hill. The man erases more than a no. 2 pencil of a sloppy student.
4. March 14: Rajon Rondo registers his second triple-double in three games (and fourth of the season), with 18 points, 20 assists and a career-best 17 rebounds for his 17th overall triple-double. The last player to have 17 or more points, plus dimes and boards, in a game was Magic Johnson in 1989. Inspired by a scene in Good Will Hunting, Rondo presses the stat sheet against the window of GM Danny Ainge's office, shouting, "I got these numbers. How do you like them apples?" Then, he proceeds to make love to Minnie Driver
*His drive is almost as impressive as what he drives.
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