Celtics Series Breakdown

CelticsBlog found this 4/18/2008 on wickedgoodsports.com [flag]

Here is a complete breakdown of the match-ups for the upcoming playoff series against Atlanta. Rondo vs. Bibby Rondo has the physical advantage over Bibby and will be able to get past him on dribble penetration. Bibby at this point of his career cannot stay in front of him defensively. Rondo will have a lot of open looks from 15 feet out and beyond, Rondo has really improved his shot, ... [link]

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Bibby vs. Rondo
Published 4/18/2008 at CelticsBlog
One scrap of hope that Hawks fans seem to be holding onto is the backcourt matchups. In particular they feel like Bibby could take advantage of a young Rajon Rondo. Not so fast. Ryen Russillo breaks down the matchup : Rondo has the physical advantage over Bibby and will be able to get past him on dribble penetration. Bibby at this point of his career cannot stay in front of him defensively. Rondo will have a lot of open looks from 15 feet out and beyond, Rondo has really improved his shot, but it is still not a weapon, so despite the opportunities don t expect to see Rondo ...

Daily LInks 4/19
Published 4/19/2008 at CelticsBlog
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Fiddlin' and Diddlin' - Daily LInks 4/19
Published 4/19/2008 by FLCeltsFan at LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog
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