Tonight the new look Cleveland Cavaliers pay a visit to the Garden and the Eastern Conference Leading Boston Celtics. This game has a great deal of storylines, none more significant than the development of the Cavs roster. If the Cavs can get some production out of their new teammates, or at least enough to supplement the 30 that King James drops nightly, they could position themselves for a nice playoff run.
This should be a tune up for the Cavs, as they will test their mettle against a title contender for the first time with their new roster. PG Delonte West is in a funny position, starting opposite from his backup last year in Boston Rajon Rondo. Clearly Lebron James versus Paul Pierce is the matchup of the night as both teams rely heavily on their respective leaders to keep them in close games.
The Celtics match up well against the Cavs, as KG should have an easy time with Anderson Varejao, who is averaging just under 8 points a game. Newcomer Ben Wallace should play his brand of stifling defense down low, which will tempt the Celtics to work the ball around the perimeter and get open looks for Ray Allen and Paul Pierce.
It's also a homecoming of sorts for Delonte West and Wally Sczerbiak who make their way back to the Garden, where they spent last year with the C's. As key components of the Ray Allen trade, both men have been solid for the Supersonics this year before gettings shipped to Cleveland.
Ill be back tomorrow morning for the results and analysis. Enjoy!
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