The Bruins’ season came to an end Sunday afternoon, while the Celtics evened their playoff series with a gutsy win over the Bulls.
Frustrated Bulls unable to defend against Celtics: “Isaiah Thomas is a real competitor and warrior,” the second-year Chicago coach said. “However if you allow him to discontinue his dribble, it’s impossible to guard him.” (Boston Globe)
Fred Hoiberg caught in time warp about Isaiah Thomas’ dribbling: The last time carrying the ball was considered a real violation in the NBA was, when, 1965? That era is right in coach Fred Hoiberg’s basketball wheelhouse, so you can understand why he complained Sunday that referees didn’t call Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas for hesitating on his dribble in Game 4 — and every other game of this playoff series.