BOSTON – The key word from Week 1 of Celtics training camp?
Pace of play has been the most noticeable change for returning players and it’s been the most striking quality for newcomers fresh into the gym.
Just about every player has mentioned that key word in their post-practice interviews, including Jordan Walsh following Friday’s session.
“Everything we do is just constant force, constant attack, constant aggression,” the third-year wing said. “Everything is circled around that and playing fast.”
Xavier Tillman likened it to a motorsport-level pace – how each guy has to be ready to floor it as soon as they enter the race.
“Think of a NASCAR pit stop where you just don’t stop moving,” said the veteran forward. “As soon as you go in, the guys are exchange, exchange and we’re out. That’s what it is. As soon as we cross halfcourt we’re on it.”BOSTON – The key word from Week 1 of Celtics training camp?
“Fast.”
Pace of play has been the most noticeable change for returning players and it’s been the most striking quality for newcomers fresh into the gym.
Just about every player has mentioned that key word in their post-practice interviews, including Jordan Walsh following Friday’s session.
“Everything we do is just constant force, constant attack, constant aggression,” the third-year wing said. “Everything is circled around that and playing fast.”
Xavier Tillman likened it to a motorsport-level pace – how each guy has to be ready to floor it as soon as they enter the race.
“Think of a NASCAR pit stop where you just don’t stop moving,” said the veteran forward. “As soon as you go in, the guys are exchange, exchange and we’re out. That’s what it is. As soon as we cross halfcourt we’re on it.”
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