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Commissioner David Stern’s transcript

Posted in Uncategorized on Jun 8th, 2008 Comments

Here is the transcript from his press conference before tonight’s game:
THE MODERATOR: Thanks, everyone, for coming. The commissioner will open with some opening statements and then we’ll take questions.
COMMISSIONER DAVID STERN: My opening statements will be short. There’s nothing that you haven’t heard before. We’re coming off what we think is one of our best [...]

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Game 2 running … Part 2

Posted in Celtics on Jun 8th, 2008 Comments

Sam Cassell injured his wrist, with reports calling it a sprain. He is expected to return.
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The Celtics lead at the half, 54-42.
A few keys:
*Kobe Bryant got his third foul with 1:53 remaining the half.
*Celtics Leon Powe scored eight points in seven minutes, getting nine foul shots.
*The Lakers definitely brought more grit to Game 2. They [...]

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Game 2 running

Posted in Celtics on Jun 8th, 2008 Comments

The Celtics outscored the Lakers 10-0 in the first 2:20 of the second quarter capped by a Paul Pierce 3-pointer to lead 30-22.
The Lakers subs were in for the run. After the timeout, Kobe Bryant and Lamar Odom returned. Bryant, of course, ended the drought with a 20-foot fallaway jumper.
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Some celebs in attendance: Sox pitchers [...]

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Game 2: Pierce, Perkins appear healthy

Posted in Celtics on Jun 8th, 2008 Comments

It’s early, only seven minutes into the game, but both Paul Pierce and Kendrick Perkins are not hampered by their injuries (Pierce knee, Perkins ankle).
Pierce took the ball to the basket on three occasions as well as hitting a 3-pointer from 26 feet away on the left side.
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The Lakers are definitely more aggressive in the [...]

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NBA Finals, Game 2: Pregame

Posted in Celtics on Jun 8th, 2008 Comments

I just arrived and while the hoopla is down about two decibels outside the TD Banknorth Garden, it still feels like something special is about to happen.
The two coaches and commissioner David Stern will be holding press conferences.
I will have highlights from both.
I will be around before and during the game if you have any [...]

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