Celtics' fans anger at the officials in Game 2 after an offensive foul call in the last 10 or so seconds is misplaced. They should be angry with Garnett for his dirty play -- he all but hip checked Andre Iguodala into the boards with his alleged pick. We all should expect more from a Hall of Famer.
That said, the 76ers interior defense isn't what it should be or what a team needs to win a series. Were Moses Malone on this team, he'd have planted an elbow into Garnett's cranium and sent his skinny frame sprawling onto the floor. Ditto for Wilt, Luke Jackson and others. Give the Celtics credit -- they are the aggressor.
The 76ers are playing hard and have energy. The Celtics seem to be able to run their plays better, and Rajon Rondo is the best player on the floor. Lavoy Allen has been a real surprise for the 76ers. They know that he's good, but he's showed up big in pressure situations, and that should earn him more money on his next contract. He'll be in the league for a long time.
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Hardly a revelation, considering Garnett's body of work. While I am not a Sixers' fan, I admire and appreciate what they have accomplished this year. Regardless of the outcome of this series one can't help but conclude that these franchises are headed in different directions. The future may be bright in South Philadelphia.
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