LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog: Fiddlin' and Diddlin'

Herald Pierce, Perkins are on highway to heal
Game 2 goes a long way toward deciding a series
FL's Take: Game 2 is a must win for both teams. The Celtics need to come out with focus and intensity on both ends of the court. They need to attack the basket and they need to play swarming defense from the start.
Friendly service
Ray’s ‘D’ starts to shine through
Garnett all business
LA story depends entirely on Bryant
Pierce’s knee rekindles Celtics’ spirit
Kobe Bryant will grab the spotlight in Game 2
Allen's jumpshot is music to his mom's ears
Globe Rivers still thinks Pierce, Perkins will play
FL's Take: Pierce and Perk will play, but how effective they will be is another story.
The Waltons: Prime-time drama
Parental guidance
Their hands are being forced
Showing a 'Mob' mentality
Jackson expects better Bryant in Game 2
Gino dances in disco heaven
Game of ins, outs
Shot clock ticks for sloganeers
A wait on his shoulders
MetroWest Daily Celtics: Pierce, Perkins on the mend
Celtics drama - like we needed more?
Celtics.com Playoff post ups
CelticsBlog Celtics Stuff Live tonight
Lingering thoughts as game 2 approaches
NBA.com The greatest game 2's in NBA Finals history
Stopping the run
Pierce the Warrior
ESPN It's time for Gasol to step up
Celtics upbeat on Pierce for Game 2, uncertain for Perkins
KG on bringing intensity to the NBA Finals
Scouts Inc breakdown game 2
LOY's Place Finals: Game 2 thoughts
Celtics commercial spoof
Hoopsworld Playoff studs and playoff duds
Pierce refuses MRI, wants to play
Bryant must be MVP to overtake Celtics
Red's Army Where have I heard this before?
How Pierce's knee affects game 2
Keep talking Phil
FL's Take: I am getting to dislike Phil Jackson more and more. We can't let this jerk go up one on Red.
LA Times Nasty attacks should be banned in Boston
Lakers don't appear worried
When race isn't an issue
Despite loss Lakers are a slight favorite
Slow starter
Phil Jackson won't compare comebacks
Pierce says he'll be ready for Game 2
Title is no slam dunk, but Chick Hearn would have loved it
This was the game he has been waiting for
Predictions of a sweep by the Lakers has been swept aside
Runnin' the Point Rajon Rondo
LA Daily News Odom, Pierce should be ready
OC Register Big money doesn't always translate into big success for NBA players
Celtics relying on inside information to slow Kobe
Lakers believe they have the answers for game 2

With Bryant shooting better Lakers will win game 2
NY Daily News Tom Thibodeau helps stymie Kobe, Lakers
Dime What to watch for in game 2
Worcester Telegram Ray Allen more than a shooter
Cousy pleased with Celtics defense
Will injured C's be productive?
Rocky Mountain News Ex-Nugget Posey seeks second ring
The Town Talk Brown's role with the Celtics growing as postseason progresses
The Star Key missing ingredient in NBA final is mutual hate
Bleacher Report Odds favor the Celtics by 3-1
Two keys to game 2 for the Lakers
Hartford Courant Celtics' Pierce will carry on
Chicago Tribune DJ's presence hangs over Celtics
LA Ball Talk Game 2 adjustments
Inside Hoops Kevin Garnett Finals interview
USA Today Bynum remembers same fears Pierce described
Abdul Jabbar does his coaching as Lakers' assistant
Bryant, Lakers look to get a little more physical in game 2
Wages of Wins Journal Game 1 thoughts
Stat Intelligence Quick mini preview of game two
AFP Communication is key for Celtics to shut down Kobe
Improved Pierce ready for Lakers
Guardian Celtics keep Lakers guessing about Pierce injury
Hoops Doctors Game 2 preview- Questions need answers
Sporting News Key questions before game 2
Allen, Garnett won't force if Pierce is limited
Patriot Ledger Pierce to give knee a try
Dallas News Breaking down game 2
Fox Sports Celtics need Pierce's knee to be ok
Press Telegram Lakers plan to bounce back
Gerbil News Network Celtics add faith healer for game 2
Philly Inquirer For Pierce, a bad year to get hurt
UK Wildcat Country Jeff Van Gundy doesn't like Rajon Rondo
True Hoop Paul Pierce's knee through the eyes of a specialist
Canadian Press Gasol looks to get more involved in Los Angeles Lakers' offense
HeraldNet Lakers' Bryant shows no signs of stress
ProJo Pierce, Perkins plan to shake off injuries
Lakers realize they must bang the boards
Late Gino lives on at the Garden
Lex Nihil Novi Moment of Truth: How good is Paul Pierce?
The blame game: It was strictly a rim job
Time for KG to make Doc look brilliant
Will Jose Rio make an appearance in Beantown?
Once upon a time
Courtside View Perkins, Pierce expect to play
Enterprise Bryant eyes rebound for Lakers
Parquet Wishes The Cooz immortalized in bronze
Connecticut Post Doc and Big 3 aren't satisfied, Doc knows what it means to be a Celtic

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