"The Celtics' second unit at the start of the season was to be Marquis Daniels, Glen Davis, Jermaine O'Neal, Nate Robinson, and Delonte West. Last night, only two of those players — Davis and Robinson — were available for the Celtics' 112-95 win over Cleveland. But the way the reserves performed was a positive sign for Celtics.

Though the Cavaliers hardly presented a huge test, this was a game that gave Kendrick Perkins a chance to ease his way back into action and for Luke Harangody and Von Wafer to show they belong on the court. The offense did lose focus without Rajon Rondo on the floor, but the second team had 12 assists and 18 field goals, an indication of an unselfish mind-set."