Tag: Sam Hauser

Why do people think Boston’s Sam Hauser is a bad defender?

Teams somehow still think that the Virginia alum is still a bad defender.

Early in his NBA career, reserve Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser was a bit of a liability on the defensive end, but then most younger players tend to be as they find their way in the league. But for whatever reason (Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla thinks it might be because Hauser is White), teams somehow still think that the Virginia alum is still a bad defender.

But Hauser has really worked on that aspect of his game, and is truly a solid if not especially remarkable defender able to guard up or down a bit from the small forward position. He makes few mistakes on either end of the court, and has even learned to leverage the inexplicable extra targeting he gets on the defensive end of the court to his (and Boston’s) advantage.

The hosts of the CLNS Media “Talkin’ Cs / How Bout Them Celtics!” podcasts linked up to dig into Hauser as a defender as well as other recent topics du jour.

Check it out above!

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Boston’s Sam Hauser on Jordan Walsh’s growth with the Maine Celtics

“You can tell he’s got a lot of potential and a lot of talent, so I know he’s working really hard,” said Hauser.

Fans of the Boston Celtics were clamoring for rookie wing Jordan Walsh to get on the floor for at TD Garden, but the Arkansas alum has spent his entire season so far with the Maine Celtics honing his craft at the G League level.

But the Texas native has been putting in work, and it has caught the attention of teammates on the parent club’s roster, like forward Sam Hauser, who forged his own path to the league via time spent in Maine. “Jordan is coming along well,” said Hauser via MassLive’s Souichi Terada. “He’s young, he’s learning, but he’s been playing really well.”

“You can tell he’s got a lot of potential and a lot of talent, so I know he’s working really hard and every time he’s come back here it’s looked like he’s gotten better,” added the Virginia alum.

“I think you kind of have to have a balance,” said Hauser. “Work on the things that you know, like when you come up here, you’re going to have to do, and then also expanding your game as much as you can when you get the opportunity.”

“I think he’s done a good job of that so far, and I think when he does come up here, he’s probably going to be a defender, a spot-shooter and find a role on this team.”

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On this day: 2nd-lowest score in Boston’s history; Larry Bird, Antoine Walker triple-double

On this date, the Boston Celtics scored their second-lowest point total in team history and saw Larry Bird and Antoine Walker triple-double.

On this day in Boston Celtics history, in the very first NBA season of the storied franchise’s existence in 1946, the Celtics scored their second-lowest point total in franchise history in their 17th game of existence in the Basketball Association of America (BAA – a precursor league to the NBA). The ignominious honor came on the road in a 62-44 loss to the New York Knicks, the Celtics’ 14th loss of a very rough inaugural campaign for the franchise.

Mercifully for the Boston fans of that era, it was not an auspicious beginning for the team that would later win an NBA-record 17 titles.

Wing Wyndol Gray led all of Boston’s players with 13 points, hitting one of his two free-throw attempts.

Four numbers that highlight Sam Hauser’s impact for the Boston Celtics

With five dunks in the first 18 games, including alley-oops and putback slams, Hauser has defied expectations.

In the NBA, players often make headlines for their elite shooting from beyond the arc or flashy dunks putting opponents on a poster. In the case of reserve Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser, affectionately dubbed “Slam Hauser,” there’s more to his game than meets the eye.

Four key numbers illuminate Hauser’s impact with the Celtics. From his usual 3-point precision terrorizing opponent’s defenses to unexpected defensive skills, Hauser’s contributions to the team extend far beyond the highlight reel material that usually grabs the attention of fans. The Virginia alum’s unexpected success dunking the ball has added a new dimension to his game, for one.

With five dunks in the first 18 games, including alley-oops and putback slams, Hauser has defied expectations.

Check out the clip embedded above to hear how else Hauser has been excelling for Boston in a clip from NBC Sports Boston.

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Sam Hauser’s current hot streak is all about confidence

Sam Hauser discussed his hot start to the season during a recent interview with NBC Sports Boston’s Abby Chin.

After a slow start to the new season, Sam Hauser has come alive for the Boston Celtics. The third-year forward has been making an impact on both sides of the floor and is proving himself to be one of the best three-point shooters in the NBA. Yet, despite all the made threes and all the defensive stops, it’s his dunks that seem to be getting people talking.

Recently, Hauser sat down with NBC Sports Boston’s Abby Chin for an exclusive interview. The former undrafted talent discussed his growth as a player and upturn in production. There was a common theme in Hauser’s answers: confidence. He is trying to maintain confidence in his shooting, his defense, and everything else that comes his way on the floor.

So far, so good. Hauser is shooting 46.5% from the field this season and converting 42.6% of his three-point attempts. He’s also holding his opponents to 48.9% shooting from the field. Hauser has every right to feel confident in his current production level.

You can watch the full interview by clicking on the embedded clip above.

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How Sam Hauser’s emergence off the bench has been key for the Boston Celtics

Hauser’s consistent play as a reserve offers stability the Celtics need.

The Boston Celtics, a perennial contender in the NBA, have been grappling with the absence of star player Kristaps Porzingis due to an injury to his calf that is expected to have the Latvian big man out for at least a week. But in his absence, the Celtics have found a silver lining in the form of reserve forward Sam Hauser, who has helped to pick up the slack on offense off the bench created by KP’s injury.

The relatively unheralded player has quietly evolved into an essential part of the team, showing off a skill set that goes beyond the expectations Boston likely had of him as a role player. Hauser’s emergence as a defensive force adds flexibility to the Celtics’ rotations.

Hauser’s consistent play as a reserve offers stability the Celtics need, earning him recognition as a quality role player in the league.

The hosts of the CLNS Media “How Bout Them Celtics!” podcast recently took a close look at how the Virginia alum is boosting Boston’s game. Check it out above!

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Joe Mazzulla needs to keep trusting Sam Hauser off the bench for the Boston Celtics

Hauser has been playing well consistently for the Boston Celtics so far this season.

Reserve forward Sam Hauser has been playing well consistently for the Boston Celtics so far this season, making the Virginia alum a valuable asset off the bench for the ball club in a season that has not seen enough bench contributing off the pine for Boston.

The rest of the bench players have been inconsistent in the Celtics’ 2023-24 campaign to date, which raises concerns about the team’s depth come playoff time. With injuries and rest days inevitable, it is crucial for the Celtics to assess the capabilities of their bench players with some real run alongside Hauser to determine if the team’s front office needs to make any changes before the NBA’s 2024 trade deadline rolls around in mid-February.

The hosts of the CLNS Media “Still Poddable” podcast recently weighed in on this dynamic on a recent episode.

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Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser help Boston Celtics back to the win column

Backup big man Luke Kornet had himself a solid game as well and dominated against the smaller lineups used by the Nets in this tilt.

The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 121-107 in the first in-season tournament game in history, and reserve guard Payton Pritchard broke his scoring slump with a 13-point game while showing hustle and effort.
Sam Hauser made five threes and had a solid contribution.

Backup big man Luke Kornet had himself a solid game as well and dominated against the smaller lineups used by the Nets in this tilt. All-NBA forward Jaylen Brown also had a good game after struggling all week. The Celtics crashed the offensive glass and had a significant advantage in second-chance points. Boston also played some impressive defense, though the Nets still scored over 100 points.

The hosts of the CLNS Media “How Bout Them Celtics!” podcast recently weighed in on this contest on a recent episode.

Take a look at the clip embedded above to get their take on the win.

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Could Celtics’ Svi Mykhailiuk take minutes from Sam Hauser this season?

Hauser is likely to have some rope well into the regular season, but there’s a growing consensus that if Mykhailiuk continues to excel and Hauser keeps struggling, it could prompt coach Joe Mazzulla to contemplate change.

The Boston Celtics preseason game against the New York Knicks on Monday provided a tantalizing glimpse into the potential option for the team’s potential rotation. Svi Mykhailiuk, a relatively new addition to the Celtics, seized the opportunity to showcase his abilities in the tilt on a second game that forward Sam Hauser struggled, raising questions about the role of Hauser if it continues.

In this matchup, Mykhailiuk demonstrated his skill as a contributor off the bench. He put up 15 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist, showcasing his versatility and scoring ability. Hauser is likely to have some rope well into the regular season, but there’s a growing consensus that if Mykhailiuk continues to excel and Hauser keeps struggling, it could prompt coach Joe Mazzulla to contemplate change.

The hosts of the CLNS Media “How Bout Them Celtics!” took a long look at how that battle for playing time could play out.

Take a look at the clip embedded above to hear what they had to say.

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Boston’s bench players shine in 112-101 preseason win over 76ers

Boston leaned into their bench for the second straight preseason contest, and the second and third unit players stepped up with high-energy, connected play on both ends (at least, for preseason) to secure the win.

The Boston Celtics secured a 112-101 road exhibition victory in their preseason tilt against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night, improving their preseason record to 2-1. Notable absences included All-NBA forwards Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown for the Celtics and star big man Joel Embiid and disgruntled guard James Harden for the 76ers.

Boston leaned into their bench for the second straight preseason contest, and the second and third unit players stepped up with high-energy, connected play on both ends (at least, for preseason) to secure the win. Payton Pritchard continues to rule the preseason, putting up 17 points for Boston, with Svi Mykhailiuk (15 points, 6 rebounds) and Neemias Queta (10 points, 2 assists) representing the bench mob well with limited run.

Sam Hauser (15 points, 3 assists) also shined on the starting unit, with likely usual starters Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White all scoring exactly 11 points apiece in 17 minutes of game time for all three.

The Celtics are now off until Tuesday, October 17 when they face the New York Knicks at TD Garden for their penultimate tilt of the NBA’s 2023 preseason.

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