Washington Wizards: @Jensrules at the Boston Garden for Game 5

May 10, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) reacts after a play against the Boston Celtics during the second half in game five of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. The Celtics defeated the Wizards 123-101. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /

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May 10, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) reacts to his three point basket against the Washington Wizards during the first quarter in game five of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /

Forgot About Defending the Three-Point Line

Washington had no outside perimeter defense, especially Gortat, and allowed all the Celtics to have wide-open, 3-point shot attempts.

On those second and third chances, after Boston got the rebound, they each jacked up a three, until it finally fell in.

Rebounding hurt the Wizards more than anything, and chasing down those 50-50 balls.

Washington had 45 rebounds to Boston’s 48, but unlike Boston, Washington was unable to convert those into points.

You can’t let Boston play like they’re at a 2-bit carnival – just every Celtic player coming behind the other jacking up three-pointers, off the same rebound.

Don’t give BT or any Celtic any airspace.

Boston knocked down practically 50% of their three-balls – that’s the game right there.

Avery Bradley was 3 for 5 from behind the arc. Beal you must stay on Bradley.

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