Celtics (28-9) vs. Warriors (12-25) December 29, 1979 Oakland Coliseum Arena The Celtics connected with old friend Jo Jo White on December 29, 1979 for the third game in three days against the NBA's trio of Californian clubs. After defeating the Clippers but dropping a contest to the Lakers, the C's deafeated the Warriors, 104-88, … Continue reading Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 38 vs. the Warriors
Celtics (28-8) vs. Lakers (26-13) December 28, 1979 Great Western Forum Just like in the NCAA championship, Larry Bird's team walked in with the better record. And, just like the national title game, Earvin Johnson's team walked out the winner. The Celtics would struggle all night to stop Los Angeles, allowing the Lakers to score … Continue reading Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 37 vs. the Lakers
It's hard to believe, but another NFL regular season winds down this weekend. Another season of Tom Brady and Bill Belichick will be in the books. What a run it has been. Why not try to enjoy it while we still have it? As for Sunday, it seems pretty simple. If the Texans win, I … Continue reading Patriots To Wrap Up 2012 On Sunday
Celtics (27-8) vs. Clippers (19-20) December 27, 1979 San Diego Sports Arena In the midst of a six game road trip, the Celtics played three straight games in consecutive days against the NBA's three teams from California. They opened with the same team -- the Clippers -- that the current Celtics are playing on the … Continue reading Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 36 vs. the Clippers
Sometime in the next few weeks, Gil Santos will call his last New England Patriots game. In recognition of his career, WBZ-FM had Gary Tanguay sit down with Santos and his long-time announcing partner Gino Cappelletti for a remembrance of their most memorable moments together in the booth. Gil And Gino Behind The Mic It … Continue reading WBZ-FM Special – “Gil and Gino Behind The Mic”
The Celtics put on one of their best performances of the season yesterday, waxing the Brooklyn Nets 93-76 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn yesterday afternoon. The win could be a sign that the Celtics are growing as a team. They now head West for a three game trip against the Clippers, Warriors and Kings … Continue reading A Team Grows In Brooklyn
Not one to put into the style points section. The Patriots started sluggish, and were sloppy for much of yesterday, but managed to get enough defensive stops to hold off the Jacksonville Jaguars 23-16 and improve to 11-4 on the season. The offensive line had problems protecting Tom Brady, who threw two interceptions, the secondary … Continue reading Patriots Survive Jags, Limp Into Season Finale
Celtics (27-7) vs. 76ers (24-10) December 22, 1979 The Spectrum The 76ers sought revenge three days before Christmas. After the humiliation of a 25-point loss at the Boston Garden just three days prior, the city of Philadelphia couldn't wait to spread its love to the visiting Celtics at the Spectrum for this 8pm prime time … Continue reading Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 35 vs. the 76ers
Celtics (26-7) vs. Spurs (17-16) December 21, 1979 Boston Garden The Celtics continued their hot streak as they hosted the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night at the Garden. The C’s hit the glass, ran the break, and moved the ball exceptionally well in a lopsided 133-114 victory. The win marked the 27th victory for … Continue reading Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 34 vs. the Spurs
With the news that columnist Brian McGrory will become the new editor of the Boston Globe, some might wonder whether any changes would be forthcoming in the sports department. I doubt it. Based on some of the truly atrocious columns McGrory penned about the Red Sox, I think we can be confident that the sports … Continue reading Sully Still Hates Belichick, And More Friday Media Items
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