Even the 76ers, who haven’t always been a picture of tranquility in recent years, have won nine of 11 and are third in the conference, just three games behind the Celtics. The Nets had a stretch of 16 wins in 17 games from late November to early January, but Irving’s recent trade request — and the fulfillment of it — now leave Brooklyn a very uncertain threat in the East. Cleveland jumped ahead of the Nets on Monday night and into fourth place in the conference. “I don’t think (the trade) affects Boston, Milwaukee — they’re still at the top, ” Detroit coach Dwane Casey said before facing the Celtics. “It could affect Brooklyn.... It’s interesting for the league and it just lets you know that anything can happen.
76ers Vs. Celtics Live Stream: Watch NBA Game OnlineTwo of the top teams in the Eastern Conference will square off at TD Garden on Thursday night. The Boston Celtics will host the Philadelphia 76ers in a battle of Atlantic Division rivals. Both teams have been playing good ball of late, as the 76ers have won seven of their last eight, while the C’s earned victories in six of their last eight. This will be the second meeting of the season between Boston and Philadelphia. The Sixers defended their home court on Opening Night to the tune of a 107-93 win.
“Those guys played like 16 games together or something. And, don’t think the pieces were utilized the right way. ”The Celtics recovered from a recent three-game losing streak and have won three of four. They’re trying to hold off Milwaukee atop the East. The Bucks are a game back. “We’re very confident, ” Milwaukee big man Brook Lopez said. “We’re just trying to play together and keep getting better.
Celtics vs. 76ers: Free live stream, TV, how to watchThe Celtics will look to add to their lead atop the Eastern Conference in a showdown with the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night in their final game before the trade deadline. Boston will be without Marcus Smart for the team’s first matchup since opening night and could be down a couple other key players with three others questionable for the matchup including Al Horford and Robert Williams. Jaylen Brown will be back in the fold for Boston after sitting out Monday’ win over the Pistons due to illness.
”Griffin said he was a little surprised the deal came together so quickly. “I think Dallas has been wanting to get him for a little bit. Now probably feel like the West is kind of open right now and (the Mavericks are) trying to go for it, ” he said. “It’s good for both sides. Kyrie wanted out and didn’t want to be there and you know, hopefully both sides are happy. ”As for why Brooklyn’s star-studded team — which at one point included Durant, Irving and Harden — didn’t reach its potential, there are a number of explanations. “Health is one of them, ” Griffin said.
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