Everyone around the league is feeling themselves in the first week of camp. Aside from the obvious rebuilders, most NBA teams are talking themselves into having a chance. So the enthusiasm of these first few days comes with many grains of salt. Still, Pierce has been sitting on the sideline, feeling a familiar feeling. If you squint, you might just see some shades of the past. … [Read more...] about Paul Pierce, here to carry on a tradition, sees shades of the past in the Celtics
Giardi: The numbers don’t lie when it comes to the Patriots’ offense
Mac Jones and this offense are seeing a ton of man coverage, and the results have been predictably bad. So, I'll keep beating this drum because the tape doesn't lie, and the stats marry what my eyeballs are seeing. … [Read more...] about Giardi: The numbers don’t lie when it comes to the Patriots’ offense
Jrue Holiday’s whirlwind weeks land him in Boston with hopes of a championship
The Celtics are excited to have Jrue Holiday. That was clear two days ago when Brad Stevens couldn't stop gushing about his newly acquired guard, declaring him one of the only guys in the league worth giving up Robert Williams in a deal. That was clear when Stevens, seated to Holiday’s left at the Auerbach Center, grinned like he just got away with highway robbery for most of … [Read more...] about Jrue Holiday’s whirlwind weeks land him in Boston with hopes of a championship
Donnelly: Poitras keeps stealing the show & other takeaways from Bruins’ preseason loss to Capitals
The Bruins fell to the Capitals, 5-4 in overtime, at TD Garden on Tuesday. Milan Lucic had a goal and an assist, while James van Riemsdyk, Mason Lohrei and Matt Poitras each scored for Boston. Linus Ullmark made 36 saves. Training camp is coming down to the wire with one preseason game to go and the season opener a week from Wednesday. Here are three takes I'll probably regret … [Read more...] about Donnelly: Poitras keeps stealing the show & other takeaways from Bruins’ preseason loss to Capitals
Bedard’s Breakdown (defense): Another ineffective start against a good offense, quarterback
This continued a disturbing trend for the Patriots' defense of Steve Belichick and Jerod Mayo. They are currently 27th in the league in points allowed in the first quarter (7.3). They finished 2022 ranked 7th (3.4). … [Read more...] about Bedard’s Breakdown (defense): Another ineffective start against a good offense, quarterback
@fdsportsbook & @drink_ag1 Bedard Patriots Podcast & Video: Was Dallas loss beginning of end for Patriots, Jones?
In the latest episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast with Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick break down the Patriots' 38-3 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Mac Jones was responsible for all three turnovers, leading to his benching later in the game. This defeat stands as the most one-sided loss for the Patriots during Bill Belichick's tenure. Is this loss against the Cowboys signaling … [Read more...] about @fdsportsbook & @drink_ag1 Bedard Patriots Podcast & Video: Was Dallas loss beginning of end for Patriots, Jones?
BSJ Live Q&A: Donnelly on Bruins training camp/NHL – 11 a.m. Thursday 10.05.23
Training camp and the preseason are nearing a close as the Bruins travel to Madison Square Garden for the finale against the New York Rangers. Matt Poitras has stolen the show so far in camp, while Johnny Beecher and Mason Lohrei have been encouraging amongst the younger players as well.Send in your questions, comments or concerns on the Bruins or the rest of the NHL, and we'll … [Read more...] about BSJ Live Q&A: Donnelly on Bruins training camp/NHL – 11 a.m. Thursday 10.05.23
Giardi: Patriots unable to stress opposing defenses
I thought I'd start with a sweetener - a shoutout to a player who will never make headlines or Pro Bowls but whose work will be critical to any Pats defensive success in the future, even if it won't come with many stats or (likely) a wow moment. … [Read more...] about Giardi: Patriots unable to stress opposing defenses
Giardi: With Gonzalez likely lost for season, Patriots trade for Jackson
The veteran cornerback was inactive in week three against Justin Jefferson and the Vikings and expressed surprise over the move, unsure of the reason or reasons behind it. Later, Jackson claimed he did have an idea it was coming but wouldn’t explain further. … [Read more...] about Giardi: With Gonzalez likely lost for season, Patriots trade for Jackson