The trade deadline is upon us.  Check in all day today with Luck of the Irish for all of the news surrounding the Boston Celtics and the NBA.

The stories to watch today:

• What will happen to Dwight Howard?  He repeatedly told the Orlando Magic he wanted to be traded, but now he says he wants to stay in Orlando for the rest of the season.
• How will the New Jersey Nets make out in the Howard drama?
• A deal to send Michael Beasley to the Los Angeles Lakers is also close to being finalized.

» Continue reading “NBA Trade Deadline: Who Stays And Who Goes”

Location: Quicken Loans Arena, Cleveland, OH

Tip-Off: 7:00 P.M.

Injury Report:

Rajon Rondo (wrist) is out for the Celtics.  Jermaine O’Neal (knee) will play.

Projected Starters:

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Location: TD Garden, Boston, MA

Tip-Off: 6:00 P.M.

Projected Starters:

Boston (9-9): Avery Bradley, Ray Allen, Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, Brandon Bass

**Jermaine O’Neal is 50/50 for tonight’s game.

» Continue reading “Celtics Go For Fifth Straight Against Cavaliers”

The Boston Celtics defeated the Indiana Pacers last night for their fourth straight win.  That’s right, the Celtics have won four games in a row.

Who saw this coming after that five-game losing streak?  Definitely not this guy.

The Celtics are off today before beginning a home-and-home with the Cleveland Cavaliers tomorrow night.

Here are some news and notes on this Saturday:

• Check out the game summary from last night’s win over the Pacers.
• Jermaine O’Neal looks to return to the court Sunday.
• Paul Pierce says he is still working toward being 100% after his heel injury.