You can't be champions unless you win games away from home. It is that simple. One look at the current NBA second round play-off bracket, and you'll see two other tied series, but the difference is that all of those teams won at least one game away from home. So, the heat ain't on them. It's on the C.
It is not fair to put the blame on an individual player, or players, as players only contribute to the outcome. It has to be a team effort. And the Celts seem to be lacking that very essence that made them the most feared team during the regular season. Putting the blame on Ray Allen for not scoring for a game and a half, or on Paul Pierce who has not shown his edge just yet, or on Rajon Rondo who makes more "hero shots" is not the issue here. These three players, and the others on the roster, are hungry for the trophy at the end of the season. I still believe they will get it, but not playing offence like they did last night. Abysmal is the word. Celtics haven't been the most prolific of teams when it comes to score, but they maintained an excellent balance between their sublime defence and formidable offensive options that they ended up winning 66 games. The defence is still top-notch - as is evident with LeBron James' performance. However, the offence does not support the effort from the other side of the court. And every stolen possession gets wasted by a horribly executed shot.
Celts will win again on Wednesday and hopefully on Friday as well. But if things go as is, Detroit, or Orlando, will munch on them.
Peace.
Keywords: Celtics, terrible offence.
