Ray Allen hit 5-of-10 shots and four 3-pointers on his way to 15 points, which led the Celtics in an ugly loss to the Hornets on Wednesday. Rajon Rondo added 13 points and six dimes, Kevin Garnett had eight points and seven boards, and Paul Pierce missed another game with a bruised heel. The Celtics are 0-3 and are desperate to get Pierce back on Friday. But at this point, you have to wonder if that will be enough to get the ship turned around. The good news is the Celtics get the reeling Pistons on Friday.