Los Angeles Lakers head coach Phil Jackson says he's never seen anything like it in the NBA Finals.
Jackson was referring to the descrepancy in free throws in game two at the T.D. Banknorth Garden where the Celtics enjoyed a 38-10 edge in free throws. What makes the imbalance tougher to swallow than elementary school cafeteria food is the fact that the Celtics have been the more aggressive and physical team. How is it possible, argues Jackson, that the more aggressive and physical team enjoys an almost 4-to-1 edge in free throws?
Hey, it happens. Just ask the Celtics. They endured a game like that against the Atlanta Hawks in round one of these NBA playoffs. If I am not mistaken (a minor miracle in itself if true) the C's were on the short end of that scenerio in Atlanta and it prompted my first diatribe about how bad the officiating is in the NBA.
But before Phil Jackson lays blame at the feet of the officials for his team's 0-2 hole, he needs to have a serious talk with his players about the toughness needed in the final round of the NBA playoffs. When Leon Powe goes coast-to-coast for an uncontested slam-dunk, there is something amiss with the Lakers' effort.
But hey, that's fine with me. I hope L.A. stands around with their collective fingers up their noses for game three tonight and game 4 on Thursday night.
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The Bruins secured St. Pierre’s rights from the Chicago Blackhawks on July 24, 2008 when Boston sent Pascal Pelletier to the Windy City.
Boston Bruins General Manager Peter Chiarelli has announced the club has promoted Scott Bradley to Director of Player Personnel, Wayne Smith to Director of Amateur Scouting and John Weisbrod to Director of Collegiate Scouting.
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The Boston Bruins open the 2008-09 season with four road games- the first in Colorado on October 9 - before getting their home season underway on October 20 against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Bruins Pre-Season Slate The Bruins take on the Stanley Cup Champion Detroit Red Wings on September 25th in Halifax, Nova Scotia, then again the next night in Detroit. Training camp starts September 19th.
Bruins Will be Sky High for Season Opener The Boston Bruins will begin the 2008-09 NHL season on the road with a four city excursion before gracing home ice at the T.D. Banknorth Garden.
The Bruins will begin the new campaign in Colorado on Thursday, October 9, at 10 p.m. ET.
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