Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah reflect on 2009 playoff debut vs. Celtics, highlighting Rose's potential and playoff intensity
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SleeperBot• 11 mo ago
Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah discussed Rose's first playoff game against the Boston Celtics in 2009, reflecting on how it highlighted Rose's potential and the intensity of playoff basketball.
Noah noted that despite losing the series, it was a formative experience for their team.
Rose also recounted an instance where he wore sunglasses to the arena after receiving the Rookie of the Year trophy, which Noah saw as a testament to Rose's humility despite his special talent.
The conversation emphasized the value of preparation and resilience in sports.
Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah reflect on 2009 playoff debut vs. Celtics, highlighting Rose's potential and playoff intensity
Looks like Tatum and Deuce were getting some shots up together in the Celtics practice facility
📸 via Tatum’s IG story
Celtics' eFG% from last season ➡️ this season:
Jaylen Brown: 51.5 ➡️ 54.9
Derrick White: 58.0 ➡️ 48.8
Payton Pritchard: 62.0 ➡️ 54.0
Neemias Queta: 66.8 ➡️ 65.2
Jordan Walsh: 45.2 ➡️ 69.4
Sam Hauser: 65.0 ➡️ 49.4
Baylor Scheierman: 47.3 ➡️ 72.8
What stands out?
The Celtics are still far from considering Jayson Tatum’s return though season, per @AdamHimmelsbach
“A league source stressed that the team remains several steps away from even considering the decision. Tatum must still reach several mile markers in his recovery before discussions about a return can be considered.”
The Celtics’ 2026–27 cap outlook:
They have six rotation players (as of Dec. 13) making under $10M — each under 5% of the projected cap. And they’re not just playing, they look like genuine contributors.
That’s how you build around two supermax contracts
Brad Stevens.
With his 14th 30-point game of the season last night, Jaylen Brown tied John Havlicek for the most 30-point outings through the Celtics' first 25 games of any season
Historic run from No. 1 option JB
h/t @DickLipe
Despite the loss, Jaylen Brown finished with another 30-bomb
His last 8 games:
30 points
30 points
30 points
42 points
19-point triple double
41 points
33 points
35 points
49.2% FG during the stretch
Unquestionably one of the league’s elite scorers
The Celtics have started the second half 7-30 shooting
I miss Jayson Tatum ☹️
Jaylen Brown and Jordan Walsh in the 1H:
34 PTS on 12-12 FG
No. 2 team in offensive rating for a reason
