In an unprecedented event the NBA called a halt to the Cavs/Celtics game 1 at the end of the 3rd quarter. With the score 76 - 72 in favor of the Celtics. With 3 of the 4 "stars" of the series combining for just 16 points on 4-38 shooting, NBA Commissioner David Stern thought it would be best to take a little time before the 4th quarter so these players could, and I quote, "get their shit together".
The NBA has been feeling a little resurgence these last few months but the last thing they need is a bunch of boring series leading up finals. Stern has stated that he will do everything within his powers to help every series last 7 games with the playoffs ending sometime in mid September.
The only objections were from Zydrunas Ilgauskus who was going for 22 and 12 and KG with 28, 8 and more importantly the lead. Celtics head coach Doc Rivers was also not thrilled with the decision, but he can "understand the commissioners concern".
Lastly this break in the action will give Cavs head cheerleader and trainer Mike Brown another chance to make little or no adjustments to how the Celtics are defending LeBron James.
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