
Eastern Conference Playoffs Semis, Game 2 Celtics lead 1-0
Wizards at Celtics
May 2, 2017 at 8:00 PM TD Garden | Boston, MA TV: NBA on TNT Radio: 1500 AM
What to watch: The Wizards clear up the following issues:
The Wizards only turned the ball over 13 times all game, but 8 of them came in the 3rd quarter where the Celtics scampered away and outscored the Wizards 36-16. Five of them came by way of John Wall alone, who just seemed to be half-assing his way through the period. Wall and his comrades need to be a little more cognizant of their defenders and a little more protective of the rock.
While a few of the Celtics' 3's came off lucky bounces and tough shots, much of the firestorm was the effect of several Wizards defensive mishaps. For example, Washington's negligence to respect Kelly Olynyk in the 1st quarter granted him a few long-range buckets. And although tough, the Wizards couldn't handle Boston's long-balls in transition. But the prime factor in Boston's 3-point shooting success was the Wizards defenders consistently overhelping off their shooters, creating just enough space adequate enough for a good look, even for Marcus Smart. That simply needs to tighten up tonight.
Lastly, how do you adjust to make your free throws? You don't. You just fucking make them.
Key Matchup:
Markieff Morris vs. his sprained ankle.
