C's/Knicks - 10/15/06

I only caught segments of tonight’s game, which only proves that Tivo can’t get here soon enough. However, I can make a few observations.

1. As it stands now Pierce’s hip is not a major issue.
2. Speaking of Pierce. It was good to see him at the game. Nice statement.
3. Mike Gorman thinks Allan Ray has a job with the Celtics. Hopefully a roster spot will help him rediscover his shot.
4. Tommy says what we’re all thinking: “Eddy Curry looks a little beefy.” Actually Tommy sugarcoated it. Curry looks fat.
5. I think Renaldo Balkman may benefit from all the criticism that surrounded him last spring. I thought he would be atrocious. But he’s not terrible. Although that’s not exactly a ringing endorsement.
6. You know what Renaldo Balkman did not benefit from? Going one spot ahead of Rajon. Rondo’s put back dunk/Reggie Miller imitation sequence was a moment.
7. It was interesting to hear Pierce praise Rondo in part due to the fact that Rajon comes from a good college program (Kentucky). That is not something you hear in an era where overseas talent, high school players (until recently) and mid major programs are in vogue. Of course Pierce is a traditional program guy (Kansas).
8. Pierce also quickly set the record straight on the rumors concerning Luke Jackson’s recent victory in horse. Jackson won but The Truth shot left-handed.
9. There is a lot of buzz surrounding the Kandi Man. This deserves a separate post (coming later in the week).
10. Due to the massive roster, injury precautions and numerous lineups it is difficult to evaluate the Celtics. I think we’re in for another up and down season, with substantial progress from last year.