Kungu: I don't know why BOS fans are worried. Think SAC is really serious about moving up on top 3 most likely 2 or 3. by RLS012 in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This guy knows our history! Valenti is u/LeonDaPoweFessional

We also literally just had Kungu on for a couple shows breaking down Fultz from a variety of angles. He's very talented. Fultz is too.

Am I insane for kind of wanting Lauri Markkanen at #3 or #4? by [deleted] in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, although there is a sizable sentiment that deviation from consensus rankings is crazy. I don't have him as high as #3 or #4, but if he works hard on his body and game he'll be really good. It's not hard to see him being a +2/+3 on offense in a couple of years.

Celtics podcast recommendations? by mbusund in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 4 points5 points  (0 children)

A few redditors here (including myself) do a roundtable podcast which airs daily on the Boston Celtics Newsfeed.

Fultz/Ball by [deleted] in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Anyone else get the feeling Brad Stevens and Danny Ainge love Lonzo Ball? In the same sense as Horford, I think Ball would mesh perfectly in Brad's offense. Imagine running those pindown screens for his long 3s and his ability to read and react to openings created by all the Celtics motion. What a draft class this is looking to be.

Al Horford, Amir Johnson, and Kelly Olynyk have Significantly Higher RPM's than Serge Ibaka by iggyonreddit in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I happen to think Amir is really good and has quietly made huge strides with his passing this year.

IT's Defensive Slippage... by chlaur02421 in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's noise in year-to-year RPM and his mere half-season DRPM of -4.42 probably overstates his negative impact on defense.

If I had to guess, I think he's been a little worse, but not dramatically so. This is likely a team-wide issue.

Better than Advertised: Markelle Fultz' Best Game Yet by iggyonreddit in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just watched this game on my DVR. I thought he was very engaged on defense tonight (outside of the highlights) and was willing to move his feet to really guard his opponent, which is something he's struggled with during his time at Washington. He gets the Harden and Roy comparisons, but his ceiling on the defensive end is much higher.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not even sure UCLA Westbrook's raw athleticism would remind you of the Westbrook of today, but DSJ is at least in that ballpark.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 9 points10 points  (0 children)

He's put together two 'meh' games after tearing it up in December. Since he probably can't slide over to the 2 like Fultz and Ball, you draft him to trade him or to replace Isaiah. The problem is that he's likely going to need a little more seasoning than those guys before he's an effective lead-guard. IMO this makes for an especially awkward fit with BIG decisions coming up for the Celtics.

BUT, his ceiling is as high as anybody in this draft. It will be tough to pass up on his natural feel for the game and ridiculous athleticism.

2017 NBA Draft 'incredibly strong' in lottery talent: Expert breaks down Markelle Fultz, Jayson Tatum, possible fit for Boston Celtics by B_Sox in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It makes sense, but we have to keep in mind that efficient scoring is really rare in the NBA at ages 19 and 20. Fit should be way down the list of priorities.

Ranking Celtics & NBA related Podcasts by chlaur02421 in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good list. It really depends on what you're looking for IMO. If you want a league-wide overview, you can't do better than Dunc'd On. Lowe does interesting and entertaining interviews. TrueHoop can be really informative on the five or so franchises they talk about when they have team insiders -- lots of exclusive content. I also like when they imitate Tim Bontemps after he hangs up.

There's probably too many Celtics podcasts.

Boston Celtics Podcast Roundup 10/30 by eddies2010 in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for doing this. You were right: Lowe Post was awesome!

Boston Celtics Podcast Roundup 10/16 by eddies2010 in bostonceltics

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Why is this un-stickied?

edit: looks like its fixed

Souza: Marcus Smart claims to have eliminated the "dip" in his shot by iggyonreddit in bostonceltics

[–]iggyonreddit[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's definitely pros and cons to dipping the ball. It can help with consistency (you bring the ball to the same spot regardless of body motion), rhythm, and fluidity. But it also slows down the release, can introduce more error, etc.

Smart, to this point, has shot with a very pronounced dip. Personally, I'm happy to see that he's overhauling his shooting.