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........is in serious jeopardy. According to the article I'm going to post, the meeting tomorrow could be the "make or break" for determining if we have a season. The players are ready to sit if owners do not give any concessions in their demands. Owners want players to take somewhere around 46-48% of revenue pie and have some sort of hard cap. Players will not take any less than 52% of income pie and do not want hard cap.
Keep your fingers crossed!
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/writers/sam_amick/09/28/players.union.meeting/index.html?sct=nba_t12_a1 (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/writers/sam_amick/09/28/players.union.meeting/index.html?sct=nba_t12_a1)
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If I don't get to see my Spurs, I'm gonna bust a "hard cap" in somebody's a-...umm, I mean I'm going to be very upset.
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NCAA will just make more money
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Wow...I'm just new here in the forum and I'm quite amazed to find this thread...if having such diverse topics are an indication, I would really think this forum is indeed an exciting one...
As for the topic...I'm really keeping my fingers crossed that an agreement would materialize because I can't imagine a missed season of NBA...I'll be praying that they would reach a compromise sooner rather than later... :)
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Wow...I'm just new here in the forum and I'm quite amazed to find this thread...if having such diverse topics are an indication, I would really think this forum is indeed an exciting one...
As for the topic...I'm really keeping my fingers crossed that an agreement would materialize because I can't imagine a missed season of NBA...I'll be praying that they would reach a compromise sooner rather than later... :)
It's not looking too good but they are meeting today.
Welcome to LGM!!!!
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http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7039251/nba-labor-talks-players-owners-continuing-talks-saturday-tense-moments (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7039251/nba-labor-talks-players-owners-continuing-talks-saturday-tense-moments)
This is not a good sign at all. :(
Wow...I'm just new here in the forum and I'm quite amazed to find this thread...if having such diverse topics are an indication, I would really think this forum is indeed an exciting one...
As for the topic...I'm really keeping my fingers crossed that an agreement would materialize because I can't imagine a missed season of NBA...I'll be praying that they would reach a compromise sooner rather than later... :)
Welcome to LGM!
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@Chevonee you know I was trying to figure out how to assess them still meeting for so long and if that was a good or bad thing.....hmmmm
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@Chevonee you know I was trying to figure out how to assess them still meeting for so long and if that was a good or bad thing.....hmmmm
Dwade got so upset because he knows that if the new CBA passes, there will be no more BIG 3's (money wise). The owners are trying to stop all of this super team stuff before it starts. Either way, no one will win if they have to start cancelling regular season games. :-\
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Dwade got so upset because he knows that if the new CBA passes, there will be no more BIG 3's (money wise). The owners are trying to stop all of this super team stuff before it starts. Either way, no one will win if they have to start cancelling regular season games. :-\
Wow! Yeah, I don't see an agreement happening to save the season. If there is I'll be absolutely shocked. Too many issues that neither side is compromising on.
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The subject of this thread is funny all by itself.
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Te subject of this thread is funny all by itself.
LOL! I know right!
Btw, they just got done meeting. There's no meeting planned for tomorrow and according to an expert, there being little to no progress today pretty much guarantees that the season will not start on time. According to another expert, the cancellation of preseason games will probably be announced in a day or two.
So.......
RIP 2011-2012 NBA season...........unless something changes.
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Preseason has been cancelled. Next thing will be regular season games if nothing is accomplished.
RIP 2011-2012 NBA season.....
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Good thing NBA 2K12 is the best basketball game yet since it doesn't look like we'll be getting the real thing anytime soon.
I think there's hope, though. At worst, it'll be a short season, but I think they'll pull through somehow. Or at least I'm praying.
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Good thing NBA 2K12 is the best basketball game yet since it doesn't look like we'll be getting the real thing anytime soon.
I think there's hope, though. At worst, it'll be a short season, but I think they'll pull through somehow. Or at least I'm praying.
Prayer works but this season is done....SMH!
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TJ, could simulate the season for you? you could even do your picks and then he could simulate the week
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Welp, the first 2 weeks of the season have been cancelled. I bet the season is next....SMH!!
Too many issues they are far apart on including luxury tax and the revenue......*sigh*
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i wonder if an NBA player can claim unemployment? and if so do they get like a percentage of their normal amount?
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Well, since it looks like we won't be getting the real thing, I'll update you all on a few games I've played in NBA 2K12.
So, last night I was playing the Lakers (as the Spurs of course). They were killing us in the first quarter. We were missing a lot of easy shots. Around halftime we managed to battle back. One way we did so was by containing Kobe. Ginobli played some excellent defense. So, we battle back, and by the fourth quarter, the game is tied. The momentum is clearly back on our side. Tony Parker has begun to light it up, giving Derek Finisher a run for his money. Timmy is handling business down in the paint. I decide to put Bonner in, and as soon as I do, he rolls off a pick and pops a THREE! We're up by 3 points.
With 14 seconds left on the clock, they inbound to Kobe. He dribbles and squirms his way to the three point line, and knocks down the luckiest three-pointer I've ever seen.
With 1 second left, we in bound to Parker, but he can't even get a shot off.
We go into overtime and....yeah. They beat us. Bad. :(
But it was a good game.
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Well, since it looks like we won't be getting the real thing, I'll update you all on a few games I've played in NBA 2K12.
So, last night I was playing the Lakers (as the Spurs of course). They were killing us in the first quarter. We were missing a lot of easy shots. Around halftime we managed to battle back. One way we did so was by containing Kobe. Ginobli played some excellent defense. So, we battle back, and by the fourth quarter, the game is tied. The momentum is clearly back on our side. Tony Parker has begun to light it up, giving Derek Finisher a run for his money. Timmy is handling business down in the paint. I decide to put Bonner in, and as soon as I do, he rolls off a pick and pops a THREE! We're up by 3 points.
With 14 seconds left on the clock, they inbound to Kobe. He dribbles and squirms his way to the three point line, and knocks down the luckiest three-pointer I've ever seen.
With 1 second left, we in bound to Parker, but he can't even get a shot off.
We go into overtime and....yeah. They beat us. Bad. :(
But it was a good game.
So not cutting it.
But I would expect this from a dude who eats PB&J while sitting at the computer imagining it's a steak... LOL.
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LOL @ TJ and Nessa. :D
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Well, since it looks like we won't be getting the real thing, I'll update you all on a few games I've played in NBA 2K12.
So, last night I was playing the Lakers (as the Spurs of course). They were killing us in the first quarter. We were missing a lot of easy shots. Around halftime we managed to battle back. One way we did so was by containing Kobe. Ginobli played some excellent defense. So, we battle back, and by the fourth quarter, the game is tied. The momentum is clearly back on our side. Tony Parker has begun to light it up, giving Derek Finisher a run for his money. Timmy is handling business down in the paint. I decide to put Bonner in, and as soon as I do, he rolls off a pick and pops a THREE! We're up by 3 points.
With 14 seconds left on the clock, they inbound to Kobe. He dribbles and squirms his way to the three point line, and knocks down the luckiest three-pointer I've ever seen.
With 1 second left, we in bound to Parker, but he can't even get a shot off.
We go into overtime and....yeah. They beat us. Bad. :(
But it was a good game.
LOL!!!
*singing with Paul Morton* Lord if you're blessing, blessing in this season, please don't do it without the NBA, don't do it without the NBA!
LOL!!
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Ummm, now which one of yall is praying hard?.....LOL!!! According to this article, there is some "significant" progress taking place....hmmmm. Still not confident but based on what they're saying, somebody is praying with some heavy oil.....LOL!!!
http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news?slug=aw-wojnarowski_nba_labor_talks_102711 (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news?slug=aw-wojnarowski_nba_labor_talks_102711)
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Ummm, now which one of yall is praying hard?.....LOL!!! According to this article, there is some "significant" progress taking place....hmmmm. Still not confident but based on what they're saying, somebody is praying with some heavy oil.....LOL!!!
[url]http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news?slug=aw-wojnarowski_nba_labor_talks_102711[/url] ([url]http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news?slug=aw-wojnarowski_nba_labor_talks_102711[/url])
*Raises hand* Lord knows I've been straight TRAVAILING!
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*Raises hand* Lord knows I've been straight TRAVAILING!
LOL! *quickens*
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Ummm, now which one of yall is praying hard?.....LOL!!!
ME!!!
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ROFL!!!
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Ummm who stopped praying?...LOL!!!
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/basketball/nba/10/28/nba.labor.ap/index.html?eref=sircrc (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/basketball/nba/10/28/nba.labor.ap/index.html?eref=sircrc)
2 more weeks have been cancelled from the 2011-2012 NBA seasons after players refused to go below 52% (or 52.5%) on revenue pie and owners remain firm on 50/50 split. The commissioner has indicated that it is not probable at all for a full 82 game season. The commissioner also indicated that the proposals could get worse based on the money being loss due to the cancellation of games.
So much for the optimism and a chance for a deal to be done this weekend......SMH!
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Well I guess all optimism is gone... :-\
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7234180/nba-lockout-players-not-accept-deal-seek-decertify-billy-hunter-says (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7234180/nba-lockout-players-not-accept-deal-seek-decertify-billy-hunter-says)
The saddest part of this story is the people who's businesses and livelihood depend on the NBA to function. The players are going to be fine, it's the vendors and janitors who are going to be deeply affected by this.
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Well I guess all optimism is gone... :-\
[url]http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7234180/nba-lockout-players-not-accept-deal-seek-decertify-billy-hunter-says[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7234180/nba-lockout-players-not-accept-deal-seek-decertify-billy-hunter-says[/url])
The saddest part of this story is the people who's businesses and livelihood depend on the NBA to function. The players are going to be fine, it's the vendors and janitors who are going to be deeply affected by this.
Yep, that my friends ends the 2011-2012 NBA Season. #thatisall
Thanks for coming! Good night!
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Lets not forget the rookies....those who were just drafted. I thought for sure they would agree to this deal. This just makes the players look bad!!!
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Does anybody know what disbanding the union does? It would seem like that would work against the players. The owners would seemingly be free to put anybody on the court that they felt like handing a jersey to <cough> underpaid European players <cough> or is there some other hook here?
The NFL players did the same thing before that lockout was settled. Must be something to it, but what?
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My Lawd have mercy My God this man is preachin up in heah....
http://espn.go.com/espn/commentary/story/_/page/wilbon-111114/the-nba-labor-impasse-reached-particularly-objectionable-economy (http://espn.go.com/espn/commentary/story/_/page/wilbon-111114/the-nba-labor-impasse-reached-particularly-objectionable-economy)
Michael Wilbon is basically breaking down the repercussions of this whole lockout can mean. He's saying what almost every American already feels about this whole thing.
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Does anybody know what disbanding the union does? It would seem like that would work against the players. The owners would seemingly be free to put anybody on the court that they felt like handing a jersey to <cough> underpaid European players <cough> or is there some other hook here?
The NFL players did the same thing before that lockout was settled. Must be something to it, but what?
Yeah, there's something to it. I don't know. All of the ins and outs. But, essentially, it will allow individual players to bring an antitrust lawsuit against the league. Additionally, it will allow an arbitrator to intervene. Why can't an arbitrator intervene without disbanding the union? I don't know. Must be something in the language of the CBA or the union charter.
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I really don't think anyone will lose any sleep. There is a lot more important concerns in this world, than the NBA being shut down.
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I really don't think anyone will lose any sleep. There is a lot more important concerns in this world, than the NBA being shut down.
From the fan / fantasy league player / casual observer perspective, you are right. Watching millionaires argue with billionaires over millions of dollars is not of grave importance.
For mom and pop who have poured they're life savings into the concession stand permit and the family bread-winner trying to keep it together by working janitorial, security, or box office, it's a big deal. When elephants battle, a lot of ants get crushed.
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looks like we might have a nba season after all....
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Really? I thought it was dead. I haven't even been watching anything basketball-related, including news.
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They trying to work out a deal. So opening day could be on Christmas... I really don't care either way....
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I care less with each passing day. Shoot, I didn't even buy NBA 2k12. It just didn't seem right .
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I care less with each passing day. Shoot, I didn't even buy NBA 2k12. It just didn't seem right .
I got 2k12..but haven't played it in a month...
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I don't care what anybody says, I still think there are too many issues neither side is willing to compromise on. If they somehow work it out it would absolutely shock me, but we'll see.....
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And the NBA is back. First game is Lakers vs Bulls on Christmas Day.
Go Spurs Go!!!!!!
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And the NBA is back. First game is Lakers vs Bulls on Christmas Day.
Go Spurs Go!!!!!!
Look at God! Gooooo Lakers!
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Look at God! Gooooo Lakers!
And the NBA is back. First game is Lakers vs Bulls on Christmas Day.
Go Spurs Go!!!!!!
SHONDO!!! *singing* He's an on-time God yes He is! He may not come when you want Him, but he'll be there right on time!
66 game season starting Christmas. The rest of the details to come!
I cannot believe I'm waking up hearing this.....SHONDO!!
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Looks like I need to start watching SportsCenter again...
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Looks like I need to start watching SportsCenter again...
+1
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That's still a pretty full season, too... they know better than to let this foolishness cancel a season, it'd take years to recover from that. I wonder if fans should still teach them a lesson for the next time they try to think of a lockout as an option.
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That's still a pretty full season, too... they know better than to let this foolishness cancel a season, it'd take years to recover from that. I wonder if fans should still teach them a lesson for the next time they try to think of a lockout as an option.
LOL, boycott their games ROFL!
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Looks like I need to start watching SportsCenter again...
lol @ me reading this...while watching SportsCenter for the first time in a week.
Yay basketball!
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Look at God! Gooooo Lakers!
Look at God. "The Heat is on". Still a lifelong Spurs fan though.
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These people tryna mess with me! :o :o
Dwight is one of my top fav players. CP3 is another fav. It's possible that they're putting one of them with Kobe?????? Whyyyyyyy?!!! I never in my life thought I would say this but......Go Lakers? Mannn....that don't even sound right.
I'm not a fan of Kobe but I will give honor where honor is due. He's a bad boy.
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These people tryna mess with me! :o :o
Dwight is one of my top fav players. CP3 is another fav. It's possible that they're putting one of them with Kobe?????? Whyyyyyyy?!!! I never in my life thought I would say this but......Go Lakers? Mannn....that don't even sound right.
I'm not a fan of Kobe but I will give honor where honor is due. He's a bad boy.
LOL SHONDO!! Yeah, so much for "competitive balance".....HA!!
But still, until Lakers make ANY big move and I hate to say this as a bootleg Lakers fan, Miami Heat should be seen as the favorite to win the title this coming season. They HAVE TO win the title!
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So from what I'm hearing the Lakers are willing to deal Gasol to New Orleans for Chris Paul & Bynum to Orlando for Dwight Howard and if Odom is involved Lakers would take Hedo.
Wow!!!
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New Orleans would be FOOLISH to trade Paul for friggin unstable Gasol. The Orlando side doesn't look as bad. I hate the Lakers, so obviously I'm against this. Pure team stacking, smh. Chris Paul can be a star, but not if he's on the Lakers with that other guy.
And why don't the Spurs ever get any big trades?
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New Orleans would be FOOLISH to trade Paul for friggin unstable Gasol. The Orlando side doesn't look as bad. I hate the Lakers, so obviously I'm against this. Pure team stacking, smh. Chris Paul can be a star, but not if he's on the Lakers with that other guy. And why don't the Spurs ever get any big trades?
LMBO and I agree.
I'm against it too but if it happens...I'm all for Dwight and Chris getting rings.
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so this is the West's answer to the big three in the East?
I like the d'wight deal personally goes well with the Laker's history for big men.
just need a replacement for Kobe soon since his age is finally starting to show
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And why don't the Spurs ever get any big trades?
That's a very good question. It's a shame that they are going to wait until Tim Duncan can't even walk before the realize they need another big man. What more has to happen to let them know that team needs to be broken up?!?!? They continue to lean on Parker, Manu, and Duncan....That's not going to cut it in today's NBA.
After the Celtics stupidly gave away their chance to get back to the Finals, they should blow the rest of that team up. KG, Pierce, and Allen have already peaked. It's time to move on.
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Tony Parker really disappointed me when he said, in the off-season, that he doesn't think the Spurs can win another championship. That's not a good attitude to have.
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I hope the Lakers get both Howard and CP3 cuz I want to see the Lakers play the Heat in the Finals. That would be must-see TV...BIG TIME!!! ;D
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Some of the latest moves in this busy free agency period include:
-Shane Battier will join the Miami Heat along with Eddy Curry.
-Caron Butler signs a 3 year deal with the LA Clippers.
-Tyson Chandler is close to signing with the Knicks.
-Shannon Brown, formely of the Lakers will sign with Phoenix.
-There is still work being done on a potential 3 way trade between Houston, New Orleans and Lakers that would send Chris Paul to Lakers.
-CBA is close to being ratified.
-Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles Lakers (1st of many predictions for the 2012 NBA Finals) with Miami winning in 6.
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It was reported a few minutes ago that a big trade between the Lakers, Hornets and Rockets had taken place with Chris Paul going to the Lakers for Pau Gasol and Lamar Odom (one of them going to Houston) with few others from Houston going to New Orleans. Then it was just announced that the deal will NOT go through Friday. It's uncertain whether the deal is just hit a bump in the road or if it's in serious jeopardy of not going through.
Also, the lockout is OFFICIALLY over with players and owners agreeing to new CBA.....SHONDO!!!
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I actually don't like Lakers letting Odom and Gasol go. I would rather have kept Gasol but oh well. Now the big question is if Lakers can pull a move and somehow get Dwight Howard.......SMH!!
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It was reported a few minutes ago that a big trade between the Lakers, Hornets and Rockets had taken place with Chris Paul going to the Lakers for Pau Gasol and Lamar Odom (one of them going to Houston) with few others from Houston going to New Orleans. Then it was just announced that the deal will NOT go through Friday. It's uncertain whether the deal is just hit a bump in the road or if it's in serious jeopardy of not going through.
Also, the lockout is OFFICIALLY over with players and owners agreeing to new CBA.....SHONDO!!!
And now breaking news: According to several NBA experts the deal sending Chris Paul to Lakers is off! From my understanding, there was pressure from owners to cancel deal in light of the NBA owning the Hornets.....SMH!!
Wow!!
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Blazers Brandon Roy will announce his retirement today due to his knee issues. Would love to have seen him be backup shooting guard for Lakers.
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This Chris Paul thing has got me down. If he ends up traded anywhere else the league should have a lawsuit on their hands. Otherwise, I guess we'll wait for his free agency.
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This Chris Paul thing has got me down. If he ends up traded anywhere else the league should have a lawsuit on their hands. Otherwise, I guess we'll wait for his free agency.
They blocked it.
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This Chris Paul thing has got me down. If he ends up traded anywhere else the league should have a lawsuit on their hands. Otherwise, I guess we'll wait for his free agency.
But the league could make the argument that since the league owns New Orleans that they have the power to block it and if I'm not mistaken all deals have to be approved by the league anyway. The thing that stuns me is that I actually think New Orleans would have got the best part of the deal with Odom, Martin, Scola and another player. Without Gasol I think a case can be made that LA may actually be worse with Paul. Here's the thing: it looks like Howard is not going to Lakers but will ask to be traded to Nets.
So while Lakers will finally have a speedy PG for the first time in a few years I think this could hurt Lakers due to size being forfeited. Idk though.....
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Chris Paul almost embarrassed the Lakers in the Finals. Now they want to get him on their side to make sure it doesn't happen again. :D
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But the league could make the argument that since the league owns New Orleans that they have the power to block it and if I'm not mistaken all deals have to be approved by the league anyway. The thing that stuns me is that I actually think New Orleans would have got the best part of the deal with Odom, Martin, Scola and another player. Without Gasol I think a case can be made that LA may actually be worse with Paul. Here's the thing: it looks like Howard is not going to Lakers but will ask to be traded to Nets.
So while Lakers will finally have a speedy PG for the first time in a few years I think this could hurt Lakers due to size being forfeited. Idk though.....
I think the League has a leg to stand on as long as they don't allow him to be traded elsewhere. If they do that, they are dead wrong.
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Chris Paul almost embarrassed the Lakers in the Finals. Now they want to get him on their side to make sure it doesn't happen again. :D
That's the same reason they picked up Artest. Houston almost embarrased them that season.
But the league could make the argument that since the league owns New Orleans that they have the power to block it and if I'm not mistaken all deals have to be approved by the league anyway.The thing that stuns me is that I actually think New Orleans would have got the best part of the deal with Odom, Martin, Scola and another player. Without Gasol I think a case can be made that LA may actually be worse with Paul. Here's the thing: it looks like Howard is not going to Lakers but will ask to be traded to Nets.
So while Lakers will finally have a speedy PG for the first time in a few years I think this could hurt Lakers due to size being forfeited. Idk though.....
I agree, New Orleans would have had a playoff caliber squad, IMO. Especially if David West would have stayed. But I think the Lakers would have benefited also. This is a point guard league now and the Lakers have no one to guard the Westbrooks', Rose's, Williams' & Rondo's of the League. Size is not the most beneficial asset anymore, the Mavs proved that.....its speed & shooting.
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I think the League has a leg to stand on as long as they don't allow him to be traded elsewhere. If they do that, they are dead wrong.
He almost has to be traded now. They most definitely stopped the trade because he was going to the Lakers & the owners started complaining. This move was more than wrong, it was stupid. That trade would have helped people forget that they were jerked around and almost lost the season all together. Now, they turn around and make an already bootleg season less exciting. That's why the NBA is drifting into NHL step-kid status.
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Chris Paul almost embarrassed the Lakers in the Finals. Now they want to get him on their side to make sure it doesn't happen again. :D
LOL!
That's the same reason they picked up Artest. Houston almost embarrased them that season.
I agree, New Orleans would have had a playoff caliber squad, IMO. Especially if David West would have stayed. But I think the Lakers would have benefited also. This is a point guard league now and the Lakers have no one to guard the Westbrooks', Rose's, Williams' & Rondo's of the League. Size is not the most beneficial asset anymore, the Mavs proved that.....its speed & shooting.
I agree about Artest!
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Umm ok let me get this straight.........David Stern vetoed the trade of Chris Paul to the Lakers because of basketball reasons. Does he not realize that the Hornets will be left empty-handed when CP3 walks next year? What in the world is going on in the NBA?!?!?!?! :o :o :o :o :-\ :-\ :-\ :-\ I have a feeling that they are going to try to trade CP3 to the Clippers for Eric Gordon or to the Warriors for Stephen Curry.
In other news...Dwight Howard "meets" with the Net's to discuss being traded there. Ummm.....that's called "blatantly tampering"!!! :o :o :o :o
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... drama is wack i'm going back to the NCAA and NFL until after the all star game
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Word on the street is that Chris Paul is open to playing for the Los Angeles........CLIPPERS???? SMH!!! Jesus has to be returning soon! #thatisall
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Umm ok let me get this straight.........David Stern vetoed the trade of Chris Paul to the Lakers because of basketball reasons. Does he not realize that the Hornets will be left empty-handed when CP3 walks next year? What in the world is going on in the NBA?!?!?!?! :o :o :o :o :-\ :-\ :-\ :-\ I have a feeling that they are going to try to trade CP3 to the Clippers for Eric Gordon or to the Warriors for Stephen Curry.
In other news...Dwight Howard "meets" with the Net's to discuss being traded there. Ummm.....that's called "blatantly tampering"!!! :o :o :o :o
No Eric Gordon, Eric Bledsoe. BIG difference. It's actually Eric Bledsoe, Chris Kaman, Al-Farouq Aminu and the Clippers' 2012 first-round draft pick.
Which would still leave the Clippers with Paul (best pg in the league IMO), Blake Griffin, Eric Gordon, Caron Butler and Mo Williams. That is a GOOD team on paper.
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Kobe is angry and justifiably so in my opinion. CP3 can't be traded to the Lakers, but he can go to Clippers....Meanwhile, the Sixth Man of the Year gets traded to the defending champions for a 1st round pick with a 1year trade exception. There is SOOOOO much wrong with that. And I really don't like the Lakers & I think that they got a raw deal.
http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/7341879/los-angeles-lakers-kobe-bryant-talks-losing-lamar-odom-it (http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/7341879/los-angeles-lakers-kobe-bryant-talks-losing-lamar-odom-it)
As Bryant continued to answer questions about Odom joining the team that swept the Lakers out of the second round of the playoffs last spring, his anger grew.
"Now I'm getting pissed off," he said.
Bryant said he was "especially" upset about Odom joining the Mavs, who not only beat the Lakers, but beat them by 36 points in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals to put an end to the Phil Jackson era.
Bryant would not even call the Mavericks by name, instead referring to Dallas as "that team" on several occasions.
He did call the Mavericks owner by name, however.
"I don't think Mark Cuban is protesting this trade," Bryant said, adding a sarcastic smirk.
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Makes you wonder if they should have just cancelled season...LOL!
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No Eric Gordon, Eric Bledsoe. BIG difference. It's actually Eric Bledsoe, Chris Kaman, Al-Farouq Aminu and the Clippers' 2012 first-round draft pick.
Which would still leave the Clippers with Paul (best pg in the league IMO), Blake Griffin, Eric Gordon, Caron Butler and Mo Williams. That is a GOOD team on paper.
That's crazy...the trade involving the Lakers was better for the Hornets. I hope they veto this trade, if not, I hope Chris Paul doesn't resign with them. Also, I believe it involves Gordon.
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That's crazy...the trade involving the Lakers was better for the Hornets. I hope they veto this trade, if not, I hope Chris Paul doesn't resign with them. Also, I believe it involves Gordon.
I agree....It was much better. They are trying to make it look like they are pro-small market, when in actuality it seems that they are more anti-large market. And the owners are looking like a bunch of spoiled rich kids.
I still can't get over all the non-sense that Mark Cuban was spitting about the CP3-Lakers-Rockets trade and how it hurts the league, and then he turns around and lets the Lakers basically give Odom away. Stern needs to be ousted. He has officially lost control of the league.
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I agree....It was much better. They are trying to make it look like they are pro-small market, when in actuality it seems that they are more anti-large market. And the owners are looking like a bunch of spoiled rich kids.
I still can't get over all the non-sense that Mark Cuban was spitting about the CP3-Lakers-Rockets trade and how it hurts the league, and then he turns around and lets the Lakers basically give Odom away. Stern needs to be ousted. He has officially lost control of the league.
I agree!!!!
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I agree....It was much better. They are trying to make it look like they are pro-small market, when in actuality it seems that they are more anti-large market. And the owners are looking like a bunch of spoiled rich kids.
I still can't get over all the non-sense that Mark Cuban was spitting about the CP3-Lakers-Rockets trade and how it hurts the league, and then he turns around and lets the Lakers basically give Odom away. Stern needs to be ousted. He has officially lost control of the league.
THIS
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Lakers fans, stop crying. CP3 will still be in Los Angeles....he'll just be playing for that other LA team yall don't like to talk about. ;) :D
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Lakers fans, stop crying. CP3 will still be in Los Angeles....he'll just be playing for that other LA team yall don't like to talk about. ;) :D
SMH!!!
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Lakers fans, stop crying. CP3 will still be in Los Angeles....he'll just be playing for that other LA team yall don't like to talk about. ;) :D
Too funny.....but we gotta stand by those hated Laker fans for the total good of the league. Who knows .... San Antonio could be the next team to be punished for making good trades and smart decisions. Reminds me of the "Mousetrap Story" (http://www.barricksinsurance.com/Mousetrap_Story.doc). Who wants rigged teams in the league. Now all you are gonna hear this year is....... "If Stern wouldn't have blocked the trade.....". Who wants to hear that for the next 6-7 months. When did the NBA become a socialist establishment. I guess when the Dan Gilbert's & Mark Cuban's of the world keep complaining. Plus somebody worthwhile has to be there to lose to the Heat this year. ;)
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CP3 to the Clippers is not gonna happen either. The "League" is asking for Minnesota's 1st round draft pick, Gordon & Bledsoe, along with Aminu & Kaman. Can you say "That's just stupid!!!"? Who do they think Chris Paul is? He's good, but he isn't Jordan. This is nuts!!!!! ?/?
One ESPN poster said "Stern thinks this is NBA2k."
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Too funny.....but we gotta stand by those hated Laker fans for the total good of the league. Who knows .... San Antonio could be the next team to be punished for making good trades and smart decisions. Reminds me of the "Mousetrap Story" ([url]http://www.barricksinsurance.com/Mousetrap_Story.doc[/url]). Who wants rigged teams in the league. Now all you are gonna hear this year is....... "If Stern wouldn't have blocked the trade.....". Who wants to hear that for the next 6-7 months. When did the NBA become a socialist establishment. I guess when the Dan Gilbert's & Mark Cuban's of the world keep complaining. Plus somebody worthwhile has to be there to lose to the Heat this year. ;)
LOL! Blame Lebron James for all of this! #thatisall
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CP3 to the Clippers is not gonna happen either. The "League" is asking for Minnesota's 1st round draft pick, Gordon & Bledsoe, along with Aminu & Kaman. Can you say "That's just stupid!!!"? Who do they think Chris Paul is? He's good, but he isn't Jordan. This is nuts!!!!! ?/?
One ESPN poster said "Stern thinks this is NBA2k."
I think a team is going to have to trade it's entire starting lineup in order to get CP3! ?/? ?/? ?/? ?/? ::) ::) ::) ::) ::)
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*Snickering*
Chris Paul to the Clippers. ;D
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*Snickering*
Chris Paul to the Clippers. ;D
>:(
#nocomment
>:( >:( >:( >:(
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*Snickering*
Chris Paul to the Clippers. ;D
Chris Paul, Mo Williams, Caron Butler, Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan.
That lineup is killer.
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Chris Paul, Mo Williams, Caron Butler, Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan.
That lineup is killer.
That's a nice lineup on paper. Hopefully, that translates to the court.
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And it's official: My Lakers are in decline...Smh! #thatisall
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That's a nice lineup on paper. Hopefully, that translates to the court.
It instantly makes them better than last year (32-50).
They'll contend for a playoff spot at the very least.
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And it's official: My Lakers are in decline...Smh! #thatisall
I'm not trippin yet...we are still a playoff team
Chris Paul, Mo Williams, Caron Butler, Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan.
That lineup is killer.
Who said Mo was starting over Chauncey
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I'm not trippin yet...we are still a playoff team
Probably a 6th to 8th seed.
I see OKC as being the #1 seed in the West with Dallas #2.
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Probably a 6th to 8th seed.
I see OKC as being the #1 seed in the West with Dallas #2.
WRONG...
Spurs #1
Dallas #2
OKC #3
Memphis #4
Lakers #5 (being generous)
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WRONG...
Spurs #1
Dallas #2
OKC #3
Memphis #4
Lakers #5 (being generous)
Memphis (in my opinion) stays in fight for 7th or 8th seed. Thanks for the generous giving TJ but Lakers will be on bottom part of playoff picture. Me and you agree on Dallas. And why you got Spurs at #1. That team is in decline as well....LOL!!! OKC right now is PROBABLY the best team in the Western Conference (even though Dallas is the King right now).
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Memphis (in my opinion) stays in fight for 7th or 8th seed. Thanks for the generous giving TJ but Lakers will be on bottom part of playoff picture. Me and you agree on Dallas. And why you got Spurs at #1. That team is in decline as well....LOL!!! OKC right now is PROBABLY the best team in the Western Conference (even though Dallas is the King right now).
I think Memphis can hang with anyone in the West. They have a bit more experience under their belts now, and Rudy Gay is coming back.
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I think Memphis can hang with anyone in the West. They have a bit more experience under their belts now, and Rudy Gay is coming back.
I think losing Battier will hurt though....
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I think losing Battier will hurt though....
I didn't know they lost Battier. They're have been so many transitions, I don't know who is where.
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I didn't know they lost Battier. They're have been so many transitions, I don't know who is where.
Battier is with the 2011-2012 NBA Favorite to win it all, the Miami Heat.
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Battier is with the 2011-2012 NBA Favorite to win it all, the Miami Heat.
And so it begins...
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And so it begins...
LOL what?
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WRONG...
Spurs #1
Dallas #2
OKC #3
Memphis #4
Lakers #5 (being generous)
I was originally gonna say that Dallas lost too much with losing Butler, Chandler & Barrea. But Butler didn't play, Beaubois is back & IMO he is better than Barrea. The factor is if Odom comes out like a mad man and plays hard.....If so, then Dallas is dangerous.
Battier is with the 2011-2012 NBA Favorite to win it all, the Miami Heat.
Battier falls into the Ron Harper, Ron Artest roll. Play hard defense & score when open to free up the stars from having to defend all game. He has made a career out of that game....And the Heat had no one like that last year. Every championship team needs that kind of player.
Marion
Stevenson
Ariza
Artest
Tony Allen
Bowen
Posey
Prince
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WRONG...
Spurs #1
Dallas #2
OKC #3
Memphis #4
Lakers #5 (being generous)
But... you just put the Spurs on top because you like them, lol.
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But... you just put the Spurs on top because you like them, lol.
Can't prove it. ;D
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How about the Knicks adding Tyson Chandler and Baron Davis to team them up with Amare and Melo?
I may have to make it out to a Knick game or two this year.
Now if they can only play a little defense...
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How about the Knicks adding Tyson Chandler and Baron Davis to team them up with Amare and Melo?
I may have to make it out to a Knick game or two this year.
Now if they can only play a little defense...
From what's available, it would be nice to add Afflalo, Kirilenko, C.J. Miles, or Al Thorton.
Especially Kirilenko. He fits that Prince / Artest mold I was talking about earlier.
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How about the Knicks adding Tyson Chandler and Baron Davis to team them up with Amare and Melo?
I may have to make it out to a Knick game or two this year.
Now if they can only play a little defense...
Could Knicks be a team that can possibly knock off the title favorite Heat?
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Did Lebron learn how to close over the lockout or something? Why are the Heat favored to win?
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Did Lebron learn how to close over the lockout or something? Why are the Heat favored to win?
3 all stars, a year under them, an improved bench. They have no excuses not to win the title this season....absolutely none!
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3 all stars, a year under them, an improved bench. They have no excuses not to win the title this season....absolutely none!
granted we said that last year ....
dang it I said I wasn't going to post in here to after the all star game
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granted we said that last year ....
dang it I said I wasn't going to post in here to after the all star game
last year it was "no excuses" and this year it's "absolutely no excuses!" #thatisall
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Did Lebron learn how to close over the lockout or something? Why are the Heat favored to win?
Lebron is like....the opposite of Robert Horry. Horry was a decent role player who gave you solid bench minutes, but when it was time to hit a big shot he was the most valuable player on the court. It's actually pretty ridiculous how many big shots he hit in his career. More than many all-stars.
Lebron is the best player in the league for the first 3 and a half quarters. He's 6'8, stronger than most PFs, more explosive than most SGs, can pass like a point guard, can defend at a high level, score, and rebound. He's like three great players wrapped up in one...but...
When it's crunch time and you NEED a big shot, dude vanishes. He passes instead of using those incredible gifts to get to the rim and draw fouls. The guy who was dominating the game just fades into the background and you're left scratching your head.
I said all that to say...when it's crunch time he should just defer to Wade. Ever since Wade put the Heat on his back and dominated the Mavs in the '06 Finals I've seen him as one of the best clutch players alive.
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I said all that to say...when it's crunch time he should just defer to Wade. Ever since Wade put the Heat on his back and dominated the Mavs in the '06 Finals I've seen him as one of the best clutch players alive.
Wade is absolutely one of the best finishers of all time- Mr. Clutch, indeed.
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sunday, Sunday, SUNDAY!!! Lakers & Gumbo. God is good. All is right with the world.
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Chris Paul= difference-maker. #nuffsaid
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Chris Paul= difference-maker. #nuffsaid
Those elite pass-first point guards have a way of making a motley crew of offensive weapons fit together smoothly. Guys get layups and warmup jumpers to get them in the flow of the offense and everything begins to click.
Oh, and how about Chauncey "Not ready for the glue factory just yet" Billups adding 23pts?
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Lebron is like....the opposite of Robert Horry. Horry was a decent role player who gave you solid bench minutes, but when it was time to hit a big shot he was the most valuable player on the court. It's actually pretty ridiculous how many big shots he hit in his career. More than many all-stars.
Lebron is the best player in the league for the first 3 and a half quarters. He's 6'8, stronger than most PFs, more explosive than most SGs, can pass like a point guard, can defend at a high level, score, and rebound. He's like three great players wrapped up in one...but...
When it's crunch time and you NEED a big shot, dude vanishes. He passes instead of using those incredible gifts to get to the rim and draw fouls. The guy who was dominating the game just fades into the background and you're left scratching your head.
I said all that to say...when it's crunch time he should just defer to Wade. Ever since Wade put the Heat on his back and dominated the Mavs in the '06 Finals I've seen him as one of the best clutch players alive.
To add to this.... The Heat's best (meaning only) defensive options on the court last year at the 2 & 3 was LeBron & Wade. Battier comes in and does all of the dirty work. So that LeBron can focus on one side of the court.
Remember when the Pistons beat the Lakers and Prince completely shut down Kobe. Billups & Rip were free to just act a fool. The same will happen this year.
Chris Paul= difference-maker. #nuffsaid
Yeah, they look scary. If Caron is 100%, then things are gonna get very interesting in the West.
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The Knicks, Heat, and Bulls are finally fielding good teams again.
Mix in the emergence of former cellar dwellers (Grizzlies & Clippers) and things will be looking quite interesting.
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The Knicks, Heat, and Bulls are finally fielding good teams again.
Mix in the emergence of former cellar dwellers (Grizzlies & Clippers) and things will be looking quite interesting.
Gotta see what they do after:
1. Losing Battier (previously mentioned)
2. Arthur out for the season with torn Achilles
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Gotta see what they do after:
1. Losing Battier (previously mentioned)
2. Arthur out for the season with torn Achilles
I think losing Battier will really hurt. Those defensive stoppers are incredibly valuable.
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I think losing Battier will really hurt. Those defensive stoppers are incredibly valuable.
The bright side is that Tony Allen is one of the league's best defenders (perimeter & post). The question is who is gonna step up when he rests....
***heading to nba.com to look at roster***
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Oh, and how about Chauncey "Not ready for the glue factory just yet" Billups adding 23pts?
Chauncey still has it. And now that he's playing the 2 position, things will look scary for opposing teams, as if the Clippers didn't look scary enough already.
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I think losing Battier will really hurt. Those defensive stoppers are incredibly valuable.
Yep!
If Caron is 100%, then things are gonna get very interesting in the West.
Yep!
Right now I just don't see any way possible Lakers make it back to the Finals this season without a big splash in Free Agency or teams like OKC, Dallas and Clippers just playing terrible.
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Yep!
Yep!
Right now I just don't see any way possible Lakers make it back to the Finals this season without a big splash in Free Agency or teams like OKC, Dallas and Clippers just playing terrible.
Oh ye of little faith. And you call yourself a fan... SMH
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Oh ye of little faith. And you call yourself a fan... SMH
I am objective...LOL!!! And I told y'all I'm a bootleg fan...haha!
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What a first day of the 2011-2012 NBA season! My observations:
1. Celtics will have a tough season defensively. They've lost that defensive toughness.
2. Knicks are still weak defensively and the backcourt is weak. However, Knicks will be #3 team in the east.
3. Miami is the best team in the NBA and again there is no reason why Lebron should not win his first ring this season.
4. Dallas took a step back in the offseason.
5. Lakers still in trouble but may be a little better than I thought.
6. Bulls are dangerous!
7. Clippers will be very interesting to watch.
8. No reason why OKC should not get to Finals this season.
I love the NBA! #thatisall
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I'm ready to watch my Spurs battle it out with our new arch-nemesis, Memphis. Should be an interesting match considering what happened in the playoffs last year. Hopefully our team looks pretty good.
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My Spurs didn't look good in the first quarter. Duncan is not in and Splitter needs serious work. We're obviously missing that one MAJOR player. Duncan used to fulfill that role, but father time has caught up with him. If we could get that one dominant player, we'd be back on track. We have a lot of variety style-wise.
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Well, the Spurs kicked it into high gear in the second half. 28 point lead with just over 2 minutes left. GO SPURS GO!
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The Heat looked fantastic.
Lebron: 37 pts, 10reb, 6 ast, 2 stls, 2 blks
D-Wade: 26 pts, 8reb, 6ast, 1 stl, 1 blk
When those two are playing like that at the same time you need a miracle to win.
James Jones came in hitting threes like they were layups.
Udonis Haslem is so underrated it isn't funny. His tough defense and great rebounding makes a world of difference.
How about the rookie Norris Cole? He looked pretty good.
The Heat looked like a complete team...except for Chris Bosh who had 4pts on 2 of 9 shooting. He looked USELESS.
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The Heat looked fantastic.
Lebron: 37 pts, 10reb, 6 ast, 2 stls, 2 blks
D-Wade: 26 pts, 8reb, 6ast, 1 stl, 1 blk
When those two are playing like that at the same time you need a miracle to win.
James Jones came in hitting threes like they were layups.
Udonis Haslem is so underrated it isn't funny. His tough defense and great rebounding makes a world of difference.
How about the rookie Norris Cole? He looked pretty good.
The Heat looked like a complete team...except for Chris Bosh who had 4pts on 2 of 9 shooting. He looked USELESS.
Agreed on all fronts. With the Heat playing like that, it's hard not to consider them favorites to win it all.
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3. Miami is the best team in the NBA and again there is no reason why Lebron should not win his first ring this season.
Agreed on all fronts. With the Heat playing like that, it's hard not to consider them favorites to win it all.
*nodding*
The Miami Heat are the best team in the NBA now. They should be dominant.
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*nodding*
The Miami Heat are the best team in the NBA now. They should be dominant.
Barring injury, they will be dominant.
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In other news both the Lakers and the Mavs are 0-2.
I know it's still early, but the Mavs lost by 22 to the Nuggets....after being down by as many as 35 to the Heat. :-\
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In other news both the Lakers and the Mavs are 0-2.
I know it's still early, but the Mavs lost by 22 to the Nuggets....after being down by as many as 35 to the Heat. :-\
As much as I love J Kidd and D Nowitzki, I kinda like seeing that, I admit. I don't think they're in any trouble, though. The Lakers, on the other hand, need Bynum back in the lineup.
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*nodding*
The Miami Heat are the best team in the NBA now. They should be dominant.
Yes sir!
Btw I really think Cuban was crazy for not trying to re-sign the players that helped Dallas win the title.
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Yes sir!
Btw I really think Cuban was crazy for not trying to re-sign the players that helped Dallas win the title.
Especially Tyson Chandler. Those tough, rebounding, defense-first guys are invaluable.
How about Kris Humphries putting up 21pts and 16rebs helping the Nets win? Take that Kim!!!
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From my understanding Cuban was looking at free agency 2012 and I guess was satisfied with one title and willing to sacrifice another one but still....
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Welcome to the Hornets. C'mon Fellas! SMILE!!!
(http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/829443/475693498.jpg)
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Welcome to the Hornets. C'mon Fellas! SMILE!!!
([url]http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/829443/475693498.jpg[/url])
;D ;D ;D I does look like they are taking mug shots. :D :D
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This Lakers blowout doesn't feel legit in that Utah has terrible shooters but if we win it's a win...right?
Btw, in honor of Ron Artest AKA Metta World Peace, I've decided to change my name to........shhhh...watch this...watch this....
LOGOS LIVING BREAD!!! LOL!!!
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This Lakers blowout doesn't feel legit in that Utah has terrible shooters but if we win it's a win...right?
Btw, in honor of Ron Artest AKA Metta World Peace, I've decided to change my name to........shhhh...watch this...watch this....
LOGOS LIVING BREAD!!! LOL!!!
Um....yeah
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Norris Cole for MVP.
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Norris Cole for MVP.
He's sure making a case for it so far. Man, if he keeps playing at this level, the Heat will win it all- impressively.
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He's sure making a case for it so far. Man, if he keeps playing at this level, the Heat will win it all- impressively.
...and Mario Chalmers will be a very well-rested young man. Especially if he keeps turning it over.
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...and Mario Chalmers will be a very well-rested young man. Especially if he keeps turning it over.
Norris Cole is exactly the player the Heat needed- a floor general who can shoot from anywhere. Scary. Just scary. Chalmers is a good shooter, but not a floor general. Bibby was a decent PG, but he could only shoot the 3 (Well...he could before he became a member of the Heat. LOL) This kid Cole seems not to be daunted by the fact that he's playing with living legends.
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Norris Cole is exactly the player the Heat needed- a floor general who can shoot from anywhere. Scary. Just scary. Chalmers is a good shooter, but not a floor general. Bibby was a decent PG, but he could only shoot the 3 (Well...he could before he became a member of the Heat. LOL) This kid Cole seems not to be daunted by the fact that he's playing with living legends.
*nodding*
Yea, he wasn't making stupid decisions out there. He was smart and controlled. No circus shots with 17 seconds left on the shot clock. No 26ft jump shots. No what-was-he-thinking passes. He played like he's been around for a while.
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*nodding*
Yea, he wasn't making stupid decisions out there. He was smart and controlled. No circus shots with 17 seconds left on the shot clock. No 26ft jump shots. No what-was-he-thinking passes. He played like he's been around for a while.
*Looking at the Heat TV schedule and programming DVR*
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Bobcats are serving it to the Heat right now. DJ Augustine is on a roll.
This NBA TV thing is kind of cool (they're offering a free trial for those that haven't heard). I'm watching the game from my phone. I don't know if it's worth $30 a month, though. That's kind of steep. But it's cool. Tempting just to be able to watch all of my Spurs games.
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The Heat escaped with a win. They pulled it out at the end- went with Wade to close it out. I wonder if that's going to be the way they handle end-game situations. None of the "big 3" closed games well last season.
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On another note, League Pass doesn't appear to be available in HD with my cable provider. Kinda takes the fun out of watching it.
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That was a wild Heat game! They somehow pulled it off, though.
Back to Spurs-Clippers.
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The Heat escaped with a win. They pulled it out at the end- went with Wade to close it out. I wonder if that's going to be the way they handle end-game situations. None of the "big 3" closed games well last season.
Yeah it'll probably be Wade mostly.
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Norris Cole for MVP.
*Dickie V voice* Not So Fast My Friend...lol!!! He came back to reality tonight
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In other news, Spurs put the BEATING on the Clippers. We've looked pretty good these past two games.
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In other news, Spurs put the BEATING on the Clippers. We've looked pretty good these past two games.
Skip Bayless got yall getting to the Finals....LOL!!!
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Skip Bayless got yall getting to the Finals....LOL!!!
And we receive it in Jesus' name!
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And we receive it in Jesus' name!
LOL!!!
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The Heat escaped with a win. They pulled it out at the end- went with Wade to close it out. I wonder if that's going to be the way they handle end-game situations. None of the "big 3" closed games well last season.
They were getting smacked all night, then pulled it out in the end. We've seen a little of everything from the Heat.
How about the Celtics getting bumrushed by the Hornets?
The Celtics, Mavs and Lakers are all looking old.
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Skip Bayless got yall getting to the Finals....LOL!!!
Luv the Spurs but that is probably wishful thinking on part of skip. He loves to endorse low key athletes w/o the ego displayed by some. It's time for a change in San Antonio.
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They were getting smacked all night, then pulled it out in the end. We've seen a little of everything from the Heat.
How about the Celtics getting bumrushed by the Hornets?
The Celtics, Mavs and Lakers are all looking old.
Yep, but Mavs just made a crazy management move!
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Bobcats are serving it to the Heat right now. DJ Augustine is on a roll.
This NBA TV thing is kind of cool (they're offering a free trial for those that haven't heard). I'm watching the game from my phone. I don't know if it's worth $30 a month, though. That's kind of steep. But it's cool. Tempting just to be able to watch all of my Spurs games.
I just checked that out, and I also get 20% off with Sprint. I may do that...
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They were getting smacked all night, then pulled it out in the end. We've seen a little of everything from the Heat.
How about the Celtics getting bumrushed by the Hornets?
The Celtics, Mavs and Lakers are all looking old.
How are the Lakers looking old?
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How are the Lakers looking old?
kobe ... is looking old
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I tell ya, if Lakers can make a move (or 2), we could still maybe get to the Western Conference Finals to probably lose to OKC...LOL! Seriously though, Lakers' defense is tremendously improved under Coach Brown. I like what I'm seeing from the defense!
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How are the Lakers looking old?
kobe ... is looking old
Homeboy is falling apart at the seams. I'm waiting to see the ESPN report that he fell down in his home and broke a hip. :-\
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Kobe is feeling great and looking great minus his wrist. If you watched the last two games and still think Kobe looks old...you're crazy
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Kobe is feeling great and looking great minus his wrist. If you watched the last two games and still think Kobe looks old...you're crazy
Last year it was his finger. Before the game on Thursday Kobe said his right knee is "as close to 100 percent as it's going to get". He's playing with a torn ligament in his wrist and before that it was his ankle in the pre-season.
Regardless of those good performances I think it's pretty obvious his body is breaking down on him.
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I can't wait to see where Dwight Howard goes. The Magic may as well quit delaying the inevitable.
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I can't wait to see where Dwight Howard goes. The Magic may as well quit delaying the inevitable.
Hopefully San Antonio will empty the cupboard for him.
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So...Manu Ginobli is out indefinitely with a broken hand.
I think I'm done with the NBA for this season. :-\ :-[ :'(
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i wonder if the spurs could get ricky rubio?
Ricky Rubio 12pts-12ast vs Heat (12.30.2011) - First Double-Double (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBoDWNBcf0s#ws)
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So...Manu Ginobli is out indefinitely with a broken hand.
I think I'm done with the NBA for this season. :-\ :-[ :'(
Yall will be fine....
And no Spurs will not get Rubio or Howard.
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i wonder if the spurs could get ricky rubio?
Ricky Rubio 12pts-12ast vs Heat (12.30.2011) - First Double-Double ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBoDWNBcf0s#ws[/url])
Did you see when Rubio got the assist by passing it through Dirk Nowitzki's legs? Crazy.
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Ginobli may be out, but my Spurs are playing like a team POSSESSED tonight. They're up 19-4 against the Mavs.
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Ginobli may be out, but my Spurs are playing like a team POSSESSED tonight. They're up 19-4 against the Mavs.
It's not because Spurs are that good but because Dallas is that bad...LOL!
Watching Triple OT Hawks/Heat game.....SMH! What a game!
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It's not because Spurs are that good but because Dallas is that bad...LOL!
Watching Triple OT Hawks/Heat game.....SMH! What a game!
How about Chris Bosh hitting a three to send the game into overtime and finishing with 33pts 14rebs in the win...without Lebron and Wade who were out with injuries. :o
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It's not because Spurs are that good but because Dallas is that bad...LOL!
:P
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How about Chris Bosh hitting a three to send the game into overtime and finishing with 33pts 14rebs in the win...without Lebron and Wade who were out with injuries. :o
Proves yet again that Miami has NO excuses for not winning the title this season! They have to be one of the deepest teams in the league!
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Proves yet again that Miami has NO excuses for not winning the title this season! They have to be one of the deepest teams in the league!
Slow your roll, padna. The league's not ready to proclaim them NBA champs just yet. To me, what yesterday's game proves is that Bosh is in full beast mode this season. So far this season, the Heat have a real "big 3". Last season, they had a "big 2 1/2".
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Slow your roll, padna. The league's not ready to proclaim them NBA champs just yet. To me, what yesterday's game proves is that Bosh is in full beast mode this season. So far this season, the Heat have a real "big 3". Last season, they had a "big 2 1/2".
Ayyyeeee you forgot that I'm the chief LGM NBA Analyst...LOL!!! j/k
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Slow your roll, padna. The league's not ready to proclaim them NBA champs just yet. To me, what yesterday's game proves is that Bosh is in full beast mode this season. So far this season, the Heat have a real "big 3". Last season, they had a "big 2 1/2".
"Big 1" at crunch time. :D
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Already Ricky Rubio is looking like a Top 5 PG.
Last night? Just 13pts, 14assists, 6rebs...in only 30 minutes coming off the bench.
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Already Ricky Rubio is looking like a Top 5 PG.
Last night? Just 13pts, 14assists, 6rebs...in only 30 minutes coming off the bench.
Looks like they have two crazy stats guys in Love & Rubio....The question is, can they win. They have to get a handle on those turnovers (3.0+ per game).
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How 'bout those Sixers? Yes! I can finally say that again!
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How 'bout those Sixers? Yes! I can finally say that again!
How 'bout those Pist.....nevermind
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In my opinion, if Lakers somehow become #2 or #3 seed in the West Kobe has to be an MVP candidate. He's scoring at a pace he hasn't since the pre-Gasol/post Shaq days.
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i just realized vince carter is still playing :o
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How 'bout those Sixers? Yes! I can finally say that again!
Wow! Yes!
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I was watching whatever NBA analysis program ESPN airs last night, and some guy actually had the Sixers ranked #1 in the power rankings. I don't know about all that just yet. They're only 8 games into the season and are yet unproven. However, at this juncture, they do have the greatest point differential in the league. They're not just beating folks. They're beating them soundly. Maybe he's on to something.
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I was watching whatever NBA analysis program ESPN airs last night, and some guy actually had the Sixers ranked #1 in the power rankings. I don't know about all that just yet. They're only 8 games into the season and are yet unproven. However, at this juncture, they do have the greatest point differential in the league. They're not just beating folks. They're beating them soundly. Maybe he's on to something.
I don't really follow the Sixers. Did they make any moves that make their roster any better? Different coach? Maturing young players?
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i just realized vince carter is still playing :o
I saw him opening day when they played the Heat. He looked old and slow.
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I don't really follow the Sixers. Did they make any moves that make their roster any better? Different coach? Maturing young players?
From my understanding there has been a sharp focus on defense. Yeah Doug Collins is in his 2nd year as coach.
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I don't really follow the Sixers. Did they make any moves that make their roster any better? Different coach? Maturing young players?
They've got the same core squad and the same coach as last season. They just play good team ball, with several guys averaging double figures. Last year, I think the entire starting lineup and one reserve averaged double figures. One of the keys to their success is the overall play of A. I. He does everything for them.
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I'm thinking Rubio will lead the league in assists sooner than later. He isn't starting and he's still 7th in assists per game. The six guys averaging more are playing more minutes per game.
I was watching him last night and I was VERY impressed.
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I'm thinking Rubio will lead the league in assists sooner than later. He isn't starting and he's still 7th in assists per game. The six guys averaging more are playing more minutes per game.
I was watching him last night and I was VERY impressed.
From what I've seen of him so far (mostly highlights), I'm very impressed. I believe if the team doesn't start winning more games, he'll find himself in the starting lineup, playing more minutes.
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What are your most suprising/disappointing teams so far?
For me:
Surprising: Lakers (didn't expect Kobe to be this dominant plus they have less) and 76ers (just didn't expect them to be this competitive).
Disappointing: Celtics (even though I feel like last year was the last year of their "window" having 4 all stars is a big deal), Dallas (but that's kind of Cuban's fault in my opinion), and Miami (only because I kind of thought they could potentially go undefeated for at least 30-40 of their games).
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What are your most suprising/disappointing teams so far?
For me:
Surprising: Lakers (didn't expect Kobe to be this dominant plus they have less) and 76ers (just didn't expect them to be this competitive).
Disappointing: Celtics (even though I feel like last year was the last year of their "window" having 4 all stars is a big deal), Dallas (but that's kind of Cuban's fault in my opinion), and Miami (only because I kind of thought they could potentially go undefeated for at least 30-40 of their games).
They aren't good consistent enough to win 15 straight, let alone 30-40. :D
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They aren't good consistent enough to win 15 straight, let alone 30-40. :D
LOL! Right!
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I'm pleasantly surprised by the starts of both the Sixers and Clippers. Actually, surprise isn't the word I'd use concerning how I feel about the Clippers. I hoped they'd be good with the talent they had, but I didn't know how long it would take for them to gel. I'm not saying they've totally gelled yet, but they're off to a great start. Beating the Heat last night was no small task. (The Heat missing a kagillion free throws sure didn't hurt).
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Unfortunately I think this current Celtics' team (big 3/4 all stars) championship window is closed! They are getting handled by Chicago. I've said that Miami Heat will/should win it all but Chicago is going to be a HUGE threat! Could easily be a full 7 game series for a trip to the Finals!
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Unfortunately I think this current Celtics' team (big 3/4 all stars) championship window is closed! They are getting handled by Chicago. I've said that Miami Heat will/should win it all but Chicago is going to be a HUGE threat! Could easily be a full 7 game series for a trip to the Finals!
I don't think Chicago matches up well against the Heat mainly because of....LeBron James.
The Heat put LeBron on D-Rose last year and he absolutely erased him. The Bulls aren't built to win without Rose producing.
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I don't think Chicago matches up well against the Heat mainly because of....LeBron James.
The Bulls aren't built to win without Rose producing.
Exhibit A: Last night's game wherein Rose did not play.
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Exhibit A: Last night's game wherein Rose did not play.
I saw. They REALLY rely on Rose. :-\
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I saw. They REALLY rely on Rose. :-\
Rose for MVP if Chicago finishes with best record in east?
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Rose for MVP if Chicago finishes with best record in east?
He's making a strong case for it so far.
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Rose for MVP if Chicago finishes with best record in east?
If the definition of 'MVP' stands as the player who was most valuable/instrumental to his team's success, then yes. No other player impacts their team more in the win column.
Wade goes down? They still have Lebron. And vice versa.
Boston has (old) stars galore. L.A. has Bynum and Gasol. Durant has Westbrook. Who is the Robin to D-Rose' Batman?
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Still think Kobe, Rose and maybe Lebron/Durant/Westbrook are favorites for MVP and yes I subscribe to the "what would team be without them" philosophy when it comes to MVP.
So it looks like the Big 3 of Boston will have 1 title in their 5 year run. Disappointing?
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Still think Kobe, Rose and maybe Lebron/Durant/Westbrook are favorites for MVP and yes I subscribe to the "what would team be without them" philosophy when it comes to MVP.
So it looks like the Big 3 of Boston will have 1 title in their 5 year run. Disappointing?
Westbrook? C'mon man.
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Westbrook? C'mon man.
LOL! I just it in there for the heck of it...LOL!
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LOL! I just it in there for the heck of it...LOL!
Hold up...as a (self-proclaimed) analyst, you're supposed to analyze stuff, not conjure up stuff. What little credibility you had before is now shot. You're demoted! :D
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Hold up...as a (self-proclaimed) analyst, you're supposed to analyze stuff, not conjure up stuff. What little credibility you had before is now shot. You're demoted! :D
LOL! Ha!!
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Did you see that spin move by Chris Bosh last night? Just nasty!!! Bosh has really stepped up his game this season- especially in the absence of one or more of the "other" 2 of the big three.
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Did you see that spin move by Chris Bosh last night? Just nasty!!! Bosh has really stepped up his game this season- especially in the absence of one or more of the "other" 2 of the big three.
For real. 30 pts, 8 rebs, 5 asts, 4 stls?
Mike Miller went off too.
Wade can take his sweet time coming back.
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For real. 30 pts, 8 rebs, 5 asts, 4 stls?
Mike Miller went off too.
Wade can take his sweet time coming back.
It'll only help them in the long run, IMO. Wade will be more rested, and the role players will have developed more confidence. Lastly, Bosh will have firmly established himself as a viable option and no longer an afterthought.
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It'll only help them in the long run, IMO. Wade will be more rested, and the role players will have developed more confidence. Lastly, Bosh will have firmly established himself as a viable option and no longer an afterthought.
That's probably the biggest thing. He played his entire career for Toronto being the clear-cut best player and #1 option, then went to a team that had TWO players who were head and shoulders better than he is. He seemed reluctant to really step forward which is a shame because he's one of the most talented Power Forwards in the league (I'd say #5). With an aggressive, confident Chris Bosh the Heat are the toughest team in the league.
1) Dirk Nowitzki
2) Kevin Love
3) Lamarcus Aldridge
4) Pau Gasol
5) Chris Bosh
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That's probably the biggest thing. He played his entire career for Toronto being the clear-cut best player and #1 option, then went to a team that had TWO players who were head and shoulders better than he is. He seemed reluctant to really step forward which is a shame because he's one of the most talented Power Forwards in the league (I'd say #5):
1) Dirk Nowitzki
2) Kevin Love
3) Lamarcus Aldridge
4) Pau Gasol
5) Chris Bosh
Yeah, he's still got it. I can understand him being a little intimidated being in the shadow of two of the best players in the league. He's just got to remember that before he came to Miami, he was regarded as one of the best as well. I'm glad he's starting to remember that. I'm happy for him, so far.
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Go Wizards
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Go Wizards
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That's right, they won again! Goooooo home team!
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That's right, they won again! Goooooo home team!
I feel like I should celebrate because this occasion doesnt come around often.
Btw, my church is showing Courageous tomorrow, between 7-9 if you're interested. You can bring the kids
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I feel like I should celebrate because this occasion doesnt come around often.
Btw, my church is showing Courageous tomorrow, between 7-9 if you're interested. You can bring the kids
a church around here is doing that also this week ... thought about taking my wife
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it must have just come out on video or something
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I feel like I should celebrate because this occasion doesnt come around often.
Btw, my church is showing Courageous tomorrow, between 7-9 if you're interested. You can bring the kids
Sounds great. The church is in Woodbridge, right?
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The Heat dismantled the Lakers last night. Kobe looked horrible, while LeBron played a fantastic all-around game. After watching the Lakers offense, I believe their success will lie in making Bynum the first option. They should learn from past Lakers championships, when Shaq and Kobe were together. The Heat couldn't stop Bynum last night. Fortunately for them, this is still Kobe's team....
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The Heat dismantled the Lakers last night. Kobe looked horrible, while LeBron played a fantastic all-around game. After watching the Lakers offense, I believe their success will lie in making Bynum the first option. They should learn from past Lakers championships, when Shaq and Kobe were together. The Heat couldn't stop Bynum last night. Fortunately for them, this is still Kobe's team....
Totally agree! SMH!
Is it time to officially break up Boston's Big 3? This is the big discussion around the league right now.
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The Heat dismantled the Lakers last night. Kobe looked horrible, while LeBron played a fantastic all-around game. After watching the Lakers offense, I believe their success will lie in making Bynum the first option. They should learn from past Lakers championships, when Shaq and Kobe were together. The Heat couldn't stop Bynum last night. Fortunately for them, this is still Kobe's team....
Battier put the clamps on. :o
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Battier put the clamps on. :o
That's what he's there for! The occasional 3-pointer doesn't hurt either.
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Flip Saunders fired from Washington Wizards today. Not a surprise at all.
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I'm surprised he lasted this long, frankly
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I'm surprised he lasted this long, frankly
Me too.
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Lebron James:
28.9 ppg, 8.1 reb, 7.1 ast
Who is better? Nobody.
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Lebron James:
28.9 ppg, 8.1 reb, 7.1 ast
Who is better? Nobody.
Also....
For his career he's shooting 48.1% from the field. This Year: 55.2%
For his career he's shooting 33% from 3 point range. This Year: 41%
:o
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Also....
For his career he's shooting 48.1% from the field. This Year: 55.2%
For his career he's shooting 33% from 3 point range. This Year: 41%
:o
Add to that Bosh's performance this season, and mix in Wade's return (whenever that will be), and all of the supporting players, I truly believe the Heat have everything it takes to win it all this year, barring injury.
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Lebron James:
28.9 ppg, 8.1 reb, 7.1 ast
Who is better? Nobody.
So in your view, is this worth him winning the MVP? To me (in my definition of MVP, which is the player that's on a team in which they would be absolutely horrific without them), I still think Rose should win MVP, especially if Bulls get #1 seed in the East (when Miami is suppose to have #1 seed).
Add to that Bosh's performance this season, and mix in Wade's return (whenever that will be), and all of the supporting players, I truly believe the Heat have everything it takes to win it all this year, barring injury.
Yes sir!
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Add to that Bosh's performance this season, and mix in Wade's return (whenever that will be), and all of the supporting players, I truly believe the Heat have everything it takes to win it all this year, barring injury.
My boy dropped 35 on the Cavs. Fourth time he's had at least 30. :o
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So in your view, is this worth him winning the MVP? To me (in my definition of MVP, which is the player that's on a team in which they would be absolutely horrific without them), I still think Rose should win MVP, especially if Bulls get #1 seed in the East (when Miami is suppose to have #1 seed).
You didn't ask my view, but I'll submit that James is making a great case for consideration as MVP. My definition is different than yours, but I won't debate. Wade's absence kinda shows that LeBron is the MVP of that team. The team is undefeated without Wade in the lineup. That doesn't say that Wade is unimportant. It, to me, just stresses the importance of James.
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So in your view, is this worth him winning the MVP? To me (in my definition of MVP, which is the player that's on a team in which they would be absolutely horrific without them), I still think Rose should win MVP, especially if Bulls get #1 seed in the East (when Miami is suppose to have #1 seed).
Yes sir!
I think if you ask 5 different people how they define MVP there's a good chance you'll get 5 different answers.
I think about it like this: Which player's presence accounted for the most wins?
People say that the Heat would still be great without Lebron but that's nonsense. Wade & Bosh, as good as they are, don't amount to much more than what the Knicks have in 'Melo and Amar'e. And look at where THEY are.
With both Wade & Lebron the Heat are 5-4. They have gone 7-1 without him.
I think people take for granted just how amazing Lebron is.
Offensively he's one of the top 3 players in the league.
He scores from 3. He scores in midrage. His size, quickness and strength makes him unstoppable driving to the basket. This year, to top it off, he has added a post-up game. The only player averaging more points is Kobe...but Lebron is shooting TEN PERCENT better from the field and SIXTEEN PERCENT better from three...
But wait, there's more...
He's a lockdown defender. He's excellent at playing the passing lanes and he can singlehandedly erase an opposing player. Lebron can guard positions 1-4 at a very high level. Players that can do that (even when they CAN'T score) are valuable.
And...
He can rebound. Lebron is averaging 8.1 reb per game, good for 26th overall. "Gee, 26th is nothing to boast about." Well it is when every single player averaging more is either a PF or a Center. James is the best rebounding 3 in the league.
And...
He can pass. Lebron is the best passing 3 in the league and I can't think of a close second. He's 13th in assists per game and every single player above him is a guard.
When you put those together...
His Points/Rebounds/Assists average is 44.2, best in the league.
I said all this to say that Lebron James is the Most Valuable Player. If I had to take any one player for one season it would be Lebron. I think his presence equates to more W's than any other player. I'm sure the Cavalier fanbase agrees. :D
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Good points both of you guys!
Here are my top 3 MVP Candidates:
1a. Rose
1b. James
1c. Kobe (but if Lakers continue to falter I'll put Durant as 2)
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Good points both of you guys!
Here are my top 3 MVP Candidates:
1a. Rose
1b. James
1c. Kobe (but if Lakers continue to falter I'll put Durant as 2)
Kobe is an interesting case. He can score in bunches, don't get me wrong, but....
Remember when Shaq left and Kobe was the man? He went bonkers. He scored huge and often. He chucked. Every other play devolved into a Kobe ISO.
Remember the year he scored 35 ppg? Kobe was great but the team was terrible. It seems like Kobe has gone back to those days.
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Kobe is an interesting case. He can score in bunches, don't get me wrong, but....
Remember when Shaq left and Kobe was the man? He went bonkers. He scored huge and often. He chucked. Every other play devolved into a Kobe ISO.
Remember the year he scored 35 ppg? Kobe was great but the team was terrible. It seems like Kobe has gone back to those days.
And that's the point. Basketball is a TEAM game, not a "Kobe scores 35 ppg" game. That's one edge Lebron has over Kobe. He finds his teammates with the ball. He finds teammates that aren't usually found. He's a great passer. Kobe, on the other hand—once he gets the ball, it practically takes a surgeon to pry it out of his palms.
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And that's the point. Basketball is a TEAM game, not a "Kobe scores 35 ppg" game. That's one edge Lebron has over Kobe. He finds his teammates with the ball. He finds teammates that aren't usually found. He's a great passer. Kobe, on the other hand—once he gets the ball, it practically takes a surgeon to pry it out of his palms.
*nodding*
That's why Lebron James was the difference between Cleveland having the best regular season record and Cleveland being the worst team in the league (hence why they had the #1 pick last year). They didn't only lose points per game. They also lost a player who set his teammates up with easy shots.
He made the offense FLOW whereas Kobe's desire to 'take over' tends to leave his teammates standing around, waiting for him to shoot. I'm not going to run off picks and screens and wear myself out if I know you aren't going to pass it anyway.
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Same deal with 'Melo. A great scorer who loves to put up big numbers. He'll score a ton in ISO but the team suffers.
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Good points both of you guys!
Here are my top 3 MVP Candidates:
1a. Rose
1b. James
1c. Kobe (but if Lakers continue to falter I'll put Durant as 2)
How is Rose #1 when his team just went undefeated while he was hurt? I have Durant at one and Lebron at two but I have Kobe at 3. Kobe is forced to score or shoot when his teammates become passive...how many times have Pau or Bynum disappeared?
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How is Rose #1 when his team just went undefeated while he was hurt? I have Durant at one and Lebron at two but I have Kobe at 3. Kobe is forced to score or shoot when his teammates become passive...how many times have Pau or Bynum disappeared?
I think it's the other way around. His teammates become passive because Kobe is in constant scoring mode. I've played ball before, and to RJ's point one does get discouraged from doing anything but trying to grab a rebound because put-backs are the only way they're going to score when the ball-hawk has the ball.
Kobe doesn't even make my MVP ballot. He doesn't make his teammates better. Shoot, I don't even think he makes his team better with his style of play. Exception, last night. After Pau complained about not getting enough touches in the paint, Kobe deferred to him, and he went off in the first half. I didn't watch the entire game, so I don't know what Pau or Kobe did the rest of the game. But with Kobe as facilitator, the offense flowed much better. When he went into ISO mode, the offense was stagnant. *going to check the box score*
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You guys may remember that I was a bit of a Bosh detractor last season. If I can dish it out when he wasn't living up to the hype, then I've got to do likewise when he is. Dude is in straight BEAST mode this season! Last night, he went 12-15 from the floor and added 27 to LeBron's 32. I sure hope he keeps up this aggressiveness when Wade returns. If he does, LeBron's scoring numbers will go down, and I think he (LeBron) will be perfectly happy with that. Having 3 go-to's at the end of a game is just SCARY! And, the thing I absolutely love about LeBron is when the ball is in his hands at the end of the game, he will not always just force a shot, like "scorers" do. If he doesn't have the shot, or can't create space, he'll pass it to the open guy- even if the open guy isn't one of the "big three". That's real team ball right there. That's MVP kinda stuff, IMO.
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Man, the MVP race in the NBA this season is going to be as competitive as it was in NFL...SMH! 2-3 maybe even 4 legit MVP candidates...wow!
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You guys may remember that I was a bit of a Bosh detractor last season. If I can dish it out when he wasn't living up to the hype, then I've got to do likewise when he is. Dude is in straight BEAST mode this season! Last night, he went 12-15 from the floor and added 27 to LeBron's 32. I sure hope he keeps up this aggressiveness when Wade returns. If he does, LeBron's scoring numbers will go down, and I think he (LeBron) will be perfectly happy with that. Having 3 go-to's at the end of a game is just SCARY! And, the thing I absolutely love about LeBron is when the ball is in his hands at the end of the game, he will not always just force a shot, like "scorers" do. If he doesn't have the shot, or can't create space, he'll pass it to the open guy- even if the open guy isn't one of the "big three". That's real team ball right there. That's MVP kinda stuff, IMO.
*nodding*
8-1 without Wade. 8-1. That's because Bosh stepped up and is showing that he IS one of the best big men in the NBA. He can score in the post, and he can shoot the three as well.
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Bosh with Wade in the Lineup:
17.7 PPG, 49.6 FG%, 8 RPG, 1.4 APG, 0.8 SPG, 1 BPG
Bosh without Wade in the Lineup:
25.7 PPG, 59.1 FG%, 7.4 RPG, 2.9 APG, 1.2 SPG, 0.8 BPG
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My Spurs put the beating on Atlanta last night. Just saying.
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What if Lebron James went BACK to Cleveland? WOW!
According to this article, he's not happy with certain aspects of the Heat organization and he may have his eye on returning to Cleveland. That would be a shocker folks...SMH!
http://www.cleveland.com/lebron/index.ssf/2012/01/lebron_james_less_than_thrille.html#.TyHnJFAYFE0.twitter (http://www.cleveland.com/lebron/index.ssf/2012/01/lebron_james_less_than_thrille.html#.TyHnJFAYFE0.twitter)
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You sure shake your head a lot.
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You sure shake your head a lot.
LMBO!!! That literally made me laugh out loud....SMH! LOL!!!
Yeah my head hurting man....haha! :D
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What if Lebron James went BACK to Cleveland? WOW!
According to this article, he's not happy with certain aspects of the Heat organization and he may have his eye on returning to Cleveland. That would be a shocker folks...SMH!
[url]http://www.cleveland.com/lebron/index.ssf/2012/01/lebron_james_less_than_thrille.html#.TyHnJFAYFE0.twitter[/url] ([url]http://www.cleveland.com/lebron/index.ssf/2012/01/lebron_james_less_than_thrille.html#.TyHnJFAYFE0.twitter[/url])
Nonsense.
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LMBO!!! That literally made me laugh out loud....SMH! LOL!!!
Yeah my head hurting man....haha! :D
:D
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That Heat-Knicks game was a dunkfest for the Heat.
http://www.nba.com/games/20120127/NYKMIA/gameinfo.html (http://www.nba.com/games/20120127/NYKMIA/gameinfo.html)
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That Heat-Knicks game was a dunkfest for the Heat.
[url]http://www.nba.com/games/20120127/NYKMIA/gameinfo.html[/url] ([url]http://www.nba.com/games/20120127/NYKMIA/gameinfo.html[/url])
Wow, the highlights alone were fun to watch. I would have liked to have seen the game!
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Last night Lebron James became the 17th player in NBA history with 17,000 points, 4,500 rebounds and 4,500 assists. Of the first 16, 13 are Hall of Famers already, the others being Gary Payton, Kevin Garnett and Kobe Bryant, all sure-fire Hall of Famers.
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And how about those Timberwolves?
Last night Michael Beasley dropped 34pts, Kevin Love had 29pts, and Ricky Rubio finished with 18pts 11asts.
This team will be dangerous if they get better defensively.
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The re-emergence of Michael Beasley. Good for him. Yeah, I've got my eye on the 'Wolves. It's good to see them playing competitive ball nowadays.
Congrats to LeBron. I wonder how many more accolades he'll achieve before it's all said and done.
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#RIP KENDRICK PERKINS!!!!!! :o :o :o :o :o :o :'( :'( :'(
just in case y'all missed this dunk last night....
Blake Griffin Posterizes Kendrick Perkins - Thunder @ Clippers 1/30/2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9q8jsVQnNk#ws)
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What made it so bad is it looks like Perkins was trying for a hard foul and Griffin just man-handled him- in mid-air! :o
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What made it so bad is it looks like Perkins was trying for a hard foul and Griffin just man-handled him- in mid-air! :o
I know right.... SMH!!!!
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Kenyon Martin to sign with the Clippers!!!!! WOW!
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Kenyon Martin to sign with the Clippers!!!!! WOW!
Just what they needed....Some depth in the front-court. This is an awesome transaction.
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For the last 7 years or so the Clippers are suppose to make a run at the playoffs or be "The Team". Out of all the good players that have come through there, I haven't seen it yet. They still the Detroit Lions of basketball until I actually see it.
Alas, there is hope the Cardinals went to the Superbowl and Saints won one.
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For the last 7 years or so the Clippers are suppose to make a run at the playoffs or be "The Team". Out of all the good players that have come through there, I haven't seen it yet. They still the Detroit Lions of basketball until I actually see it.
Alas, there is hope the Cardinals went to the Superbowl and Saints won one.
I see where you are coming from, but they have never put together a squad like this. They have some legitimate pieces now. CP3 has more in LA than he ever did in NO & the Hornets were dangerous a couple of years ago. Just like Brees changed the Saints, CP3 could do the same thing for the Clippers.
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I see where you are coming from, but they have never put together a squad like this. They have some legitimate pieces now. CP3 has more in LA than he ever did in NO & the Hornets were dangerous a couple of years ago. Just like Brees changed the Saints, CP3 could do the same thing for the Clippers.
I think they have some great pieces. Their center is dominating on defense. Their PF is learning dominace on offense. CP3 has made a marked impact. Amd Mo Williams has been great off the bench. Add to that the steady play of "Mr Big Shot" and the re-emergence of Caron Butler. This team has me tuning in every time they're televised. Lob city is an apprpriate nickname!
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Who cares >:(
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I think they have some great pieces. Their center is dominating on defense. Their PF is learning dominace on offense. CP3 has made a marked impact. And Mo Williams has been great off the bench. Add to that the steady play of "Mr Big Shot" and the re-emergence of Caron Butler. This team has me tuning in every time they're televised. Lob city is an apprpriate nickname!
CP3 is the best point guard in the NBA IMO. I love Derrick Rose but Chris is a better passer and a MUCH better outside shooter. He's as good a floor general as there is. Super smart and always in control.
I also watch the Clippers every chance I get. The Clippers and the Heat are must watch teams.
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CP3 is the best point guard in the NBA IMO. I love Derrick Rose but Chris is a better passer and a MUCH better outside shooter. He's as good a floor general as there is. Super smart and always in control.
I also watch the Clippers every chance I get. The Clippers and the Heat are must watch teams.
Totally agree.
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My Spurs put the beating on OKC last night. Just saying.
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I think they have some great pieces. Their center is dominating on defense. Their PF is learning dominace on offense. CP3 has made a marked impact. Amd Mo Williams has been great off the bench. Add to that the steady play of "Mr Big Shot" and the re-emergence of Caron Butler. This team has me tuning in every time they're televised. Lob city is an apprpriate nickname!
It seems the Clippers are STILL looking to add pieces (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/02/05/clippers-will-attempt-to-continue-to-stockpile-talent-by-pursuing-j-r-smith/related/)!
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It seems the Clippers are STILL looking to add pieces ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/02/05/clippers-will-attempt-to-continue-to-stockpile-talent-by-pursuing-j-r-smith/related/[/url])!
I know who'd get my vote for GM of the year, if all of this comes to pass. (Assuming my vote counted for something)
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How about Jeremy Lin (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/46289224/ns/sports-nba/)? The kid out of Harvard is playing his heart out for the Knicks!
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Kobe Bryant passed Shaquille O'Neal and is now 5th all-time in scoring (Yaaaay!)
...but he shot 10-26 while doing it and his team lost by five points. :-\
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Kobe Bryant passed Shaquille O'Neal and is now 5th all-time in scoring (Yaaaay!)
...but he shot 10-26 while doing it and his team lost by five points. :-\
Not sure why that made me laugh, but it did. :D
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Rock chalk Paul Pierce!!! university of kansas alum
(http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/.a/6a00d8341c630a53ef01630107b3bc970d-800wi)
Paul Pierce wasn't playing like someone who was about to pass Larry Bird as No. 2 on the Boston Celtics' all-time scoring list. He entered Tuesday night's game against the Charlotte Bobcats needing just 10 points to reach the milestone, but had just seven at halftime.
“I'm not going to lie. It was hanging over my head too much,” Pierce said. “You kind of just felt it. It was hard to really ignore it and just focus on the game.”
Relief came in the form a three-pointer from the top of the key at the 10:23 mark of the third quarter, lifting Pierce past Bird's career tally of 21,791 to become the second all-time scorer in the history of the storied franchise. Pierce received a standing ovation from the Boston crowd, with the applause lasting for several minutes as teammate Kevin Garnett waved the crowd on for more.
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What a milestone. Good for him.
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ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Chris Paul scored 29 points, including 11 points in the fourth quarter and overtime, and the Los Angeles Clippers overcame a 15-point first-half deficit and slipped by the Orlando Magic.
Blake Griffin and Chauncey Billups each added 18 points for the Clippers.
The Clippers have won six of the last seven games and snapped a nine-game losing streak to the Magic. But they may have lost Billups for an extended period after he slipped and left in the fourth quarter with a left Achilles injury.
http://www.nj.com/newsflash/index.ssf/story/nba-capsules/e464be3429d24741a897a9361a22d851 (http://www.nj.com/newsflash/index.ssf/story/nba-capsules/e464be3429d24741a897a9361a22d851)
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How about Jeremy Lin ([url]http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/46289224/ns/sports-nba/[/url])? The kid out of Harvard is playing his heart out for the Knicks!
He does it again! The Knicks have been without Amare & 'Melo for three games and the Knicks have won all three because of Jeremy Lin's play. His last three games:
Last Night: 23pts (9-14 shooting), 10 asts, 4 reb, 1 stl, 1 blk
2/6: 28pts (10-17 shooting), 8 asts, 2 reb, 2 stl
2/3: 25pts (10-19 shooting), 7 asts, 5 reb, 2 stl
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He does it again! The Knicks have been without Amare & 'Melo for three games and the Knicks have won all three because of Jeremy Lin's play. His last three games:
Last Night: 23pts (9-14 shooting), 10 asts, 4 reb, 1 stl, 1 blk
2/6: 28pts (10-17 shooting), 8 asts, 2 reb, 2 stl
2/3: 25pts (10-19 shooting), 7 asts, 5 reb, 2 stl
I've never even heard of this kid. I love it when guys that deserve a shot make the most of their opportunities.
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I've never even heard of this kid. I love it when guys that deserve a shot make the most of their opportunities.
Not many people have. I've heard of him but only because...well, I'm in NY. :D
All I knew about him was that he came out of Harvard. I thought he was just a scrub bench warmer. Nobody saw this coming.
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All I knew about him was that he came out of Harvard.
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That Lin kid is making a believer out of me.
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That Lin kid is making a believer out of me.
Did you see the Laker game? He was UNBELIEVABLE.
At the very least the Knicks have found an above-average PG.
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Jeremy Lin does it again!
:o :o :o
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Jeremy Lin does it again!
:o :o :o
I want to see him play. Amare certainly has responded positively (if the stats are any indication). Now, the real question is how they're going to adjust the lineup when Melo returns. If they keep the ball in Lin's hands and let him dictate the action...be afraid....be very afraid...He IS what they were hoping Baron Davis MIGHT be.
By the way, the kid messed around and won Player of the Week for last week.
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I want to see him play. Amare certainly has responded positively (if the stats are any indication). Now, the real question is how they're going to adjust the lineup when Melo returns. If they keep the ball in Lin's hands and let him dictate the action...be afraid....be very afraid...He IS what they were hoping Baron Davis MIGHT be.
By the way, the kid messed around and won Player of the Week for last week.
I've seen a few of his games and was very impressed.
I, too, think Amar'e will prosper with Lin. His best years were when he was running the Pick & Roll with Steve Nash.
I 100% agree about 'Melo. I'm not really a big 'Melo fan just as I'm not a Kobe Bryant fan and for the exact same reason. He causes his team's offense to sputter and every play devolves into an ISO. The BEST offenses get easy baskets. Great passing leads to a lot of layups and open three pointers. ISOs almost always result in off-balance shots, contested shots, fadeaways and circus shots. I really hope 'Melo's return doesn't take the ball out of Lin's hands and force the offense to revert back to The Carmelo Anthony Show.
Baron Davis? Oh! He's the backup pg right? Yea, sorry, I forgot he was on the team. ;D
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Absolutely Linsatiable
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Lin continues to impress me. This time, it wasn't his scoring or assists that impressed me. It was his attitude. From a press conference a few minutes ago, when asked about Melo's return:
(paraphrasing)
"As a point guard, my shot attempts are really high right now. My job is to distribute the ball to my play-makers..." Gotta love this kid.
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Lin continues to impress me. This time, it wasn't his scoring or assists that impressed me. It was his attitude. From a press conference a few minutes ago, when asked about Melo's return:
(paraphrasing)
"As a point guard, my shot attempts are really high right now. My job is to distribute the ball to my play-makers..." Gotta love this kid.
Lin scored 136 points in his first five starts, most by any NBA player since the NBA merged with the ABA in 1976. (http://www.nba.com/games/20120215/SACNYK/gameinfo.html)
So when he comes out and drops 13 assists last night (and had 11 assists to go along with 27pts and the game winning 3 in his previous game) you wonder how somebody this good wasn't given a legit shot until now.
He's exactly what the Knicks needed. They were so desperate for a facilitator that they had Carmelo Anthony playing as a Point Forward.
CARMELO. ANTHONY. :-\
Now they have their Point Guard of the future and the Knicks have won 7 in a row.
Before Lin their record was 8-15. Now they're 15-15 and if the playoffs started (http://www.nba.com/statistics/playoff_picture.html) today they'd be the 8th seed in the playoffs.
With a starting lineup of Jeremy Lin, Landry Fields, Carmelo Anthony, Amar'e Stoudamire, and Tyson Chandler (and excellent role players like Iman Shumpert, Jared Jeffries, Steve Novak and Bill Walker), the Knicks look like a team that could give the Heat or Bulls a run for their money in the playoffs.
Knicks basketball is back!!!
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Lin scored 136 points in his first five starts, most by any NBA player since the NBA merged with the ABA in 1976. ([url]http://www.nba.com/games/20120215/SACNYK/gameinfo.html[/url])
So when he comes out and drops 13 assists last night (and had 11 assists to go along with 27pts and the game winning 3 in his previous game) you wonder how somebody this good wasn't given a legit shot until now.
He's exactly what the Knicks needed. They were so desperate for a facilitator that they had Carmelo Anthony playing as a Point Forward.
CARMELO. ANTHONY. :-\
Now they have their Point Guard of the future and the Knicks have won 7 in a row.
Before Lin their record was 8-15. Now they're 15-15 and if the playoffs started ([url]http://www.nba.com/statistics/playoff_picture.html[/url]) today they'd be the 8th seed in the playoffs.
With a starting lineup of Jeremy Lin, Landry Fields, Carmelo Anthony, Amar'e Stoudamire, and Tyson Chandler (and excellent role players like Iman Shumpert, Jared Jeffries, Steve Novak and Bill Walker), the Knicks look like a team that could give the Heat or Bulls a run for their money in the playoffs.
Knicks basketball is back!!!
The tide is starting to shift in the East. Miami is the new powerhouse. The Sixers are actually relevant now. The Celtics are no longer the dominant force, but they are still showing signs that they have some gas left in the tank. And then there are the Knicks. They're playing good ball again.
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The tide is starting to shift in the East. Miami is the new powerhouse. The Sixers are actually relevant now. The Celtics are no longer the dominant force, but they are still showing signs that they have some gas left in the tank. And then there are the Knicks. They're playing good ball again.
And in the West as well. The Lakers look beatable. The Mavericks look good again but there are three teams in the west with better records, one of which is...the Clippers. The Clippers were an OK team last year and with the additions of Caron Butler, Deandre Jordan and Chris Paul they look like they can give some team fits in the playoffs. They have the third best record in the West now.
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And in the West as well. The Lakers look beatable. The Mavericks look good again but there are three teams in the west with better records, one of which is...the Clippers. The Clippers were an OK team last year and with the additions of Caron Butler, Deandre Jordan and Chris Paul they look like they can give some team fits in the playoffs. They have the third best record in the West now.
That's another team I like to watch. I couldn't say that 3 years ago. In fact, I actually like watching basketball, period, now. I couldn't say that either, before.
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That's another team I like to watch. I couldn't say that 3 years ago. In fact, I actually like watching basketball, period, now. I couldn't say that either, before.
For real.
The Lakers of the early 2000's with Kobe and Shaq were worth watching but after that? The Pistons were great for a stretch but they were boring. Same as the Spurs. Great team but not the most fun to watch. Then came the Celtics. It was great seeing Pierce, Garnett and Ray Allen together but none of those players are particularly exciting.
But now? Both the Heat & Clippers can electrify a crowd, the Knicks are fun to watch with Linsanity taking over and stars like Melo & Amar'e, The Bulls are exciting on the strength of D-Rose alone.
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J.R. Smith joins the Knicks!!! (http://denver.sbnation.com/denver-nuggets/2012/2/17/2804578/jr-smith-new-york-knicks-jeremy-lin-clippers)
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And in the West as well. The Lakers look beatable. The Mavericks look good again but there are three teams in the west with better records, one of which is...the Clippers. The Clippers were an OK team last year and with the additions of Caron Butler, Deandre Jordan and Chris Paul they look like they can give some team fits in the playoffs. They have the third best record in the West now.
Deandre was there last year as well. Anyway, the addition of JR to the Knicks could be a Great addition or a Bad one depending on which JR shows up.
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Deandre was there last year as well. Anyway, the addition of JR to the Knicks could be a Great addition or a Bad one depending on which JR shows up.
Yea, I don't know why I threw him in there.
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Gotta see about getting my Jeremy Lin jersey.
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Gotta see about getting my Jeremy Lin jersey.
I can only imagine the price.
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I can only imagine the price.
Assuming I can actually find one!
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Assuming I can actually find one!
True
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True
My military connection can prolly score me one...I know they are making a killing over there in Korea
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My military connection can prolly score me one...I know they are making a killing over there in Korea
lin is from korea?
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[HD] Rajon Rondo Throws Ball At Ref, Gets Ejected Celtics vs Pistons 2-20-2012 Video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWqmWbom4Tg#ws)
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lin is from korea?
No, he isn't from Korea
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Jeremy Lin is from Taiwan.
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Actually, from what I remember hearing, he's American born, of Taiwanese heritage, with some connection to China.
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Actually, from what I remember hearing, he's American born, of Taiwanese heritage, with some connection to China.
Yep that's true.
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Charles Barkley said San Antonio is the best team in the West and will probably win the conference. Just saying.... ;D
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Charles Barkley said San Antonio is the best team in the West and will probably win the conference. Just saying.... ;D
Just SMH :D :D :D :D
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Charles Barkley said San Antonio is the best team in the West and will probably win the conference. Just saying.... ;D
Charles also said that he was a good golfer. Just saying....;D
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Charles also said that he was a good golfer. Just saying....;D
ROFL!!!
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Finally get to see my Spurs play on National TV tonight!! GO TEAM!!!
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Finally get to see my Spurs play on National TV tonight!! GO TEAM!!!
Coach Popavich= One of the greatest coaches of all time. Nonetheless, I haven't liked the Spurs since the departure of The Admiral.
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Coach Popavich= One of the greatest coaches of all time. Nonetheless, I haven't liked the Spurs since the departure of The Admiral.
Pop is a mastermind. We don't have the flash, the Lebrons, the Kobes, or whoever, so we don't get as much recognition and acclaim. But we're still the most fundamentally sound team in the league. And that's not just the bias talking.
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Pop is a mastermind. We don't have the flash, the Lebrons, the Kobes, or whoever, so we don't get as much recognition and acclaim. But we're still the most fundamentally sound team in the league. And that's not just the bias talking.
No arguments here. Utah, under Jerry Sloan, used to be that way.
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The Miami Heat are finally playing the way we thought they would when the the Big Three came together and it is a sight to behold! :o
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I hope MWP sends D Wade a message for breaking Kobe's nose
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I hope MWP sends D Wade a message for breaking Kobe's nose
Do you think he was trying to injure him? I don't.
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There was no way he was trying to hurt him- especially not in an All-Star game. He committed the foul so that he could continue arguing his point about being fouled at the other end of the court. I was watching NBA TV and one of the analysts pointed that out. He said that players do it all the time for that very purpose.
He was trying to keep Kobe from scoring. He fouled with the two-arm wrap around just like EVERY player is encouraged to do when someone attacks the rim. No easy shots.
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Do you think he was trying to injure him? I don't.
I don't think he did it intentionally
There was no way he was trying to hurt him- especially not in an All-Star game. He committed the foul so that he could continue arguing his point about being fouled at the other end of the court. I was watching NBA TV and one of the analysts pointed that out. He said that players do it all the time for that very purpose.
He was trying to keep Kobe from scoring. He fouled with the two-arm wrap around just like EVERY player is encouraged to do when someone attacks the rim. No easy shots.
I believe the foul was a lil excessive...they had been playing loosely all game, then out of nowhere a foul like that when he got beat. Check the footage of the game before that and show me a foul of that capacity...
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If you blow on Kobe's frail bones too hard, it'll break something, so we can't fault D-Wade.
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If you blow on Kobe's frail bones too hard, it'll break something, so we can't fault D-Wade.
LOL
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If you blow on Kobe's frail bones too hard, it'll break something, so we can't fault D-Wade.
I'm trying not to choke you, but it's getting increasingly difficult.
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I'm trying not to choke you, but it's getting increasingly difficult.
what was that one company where they slap people for you .... how much would you have to pay TJ to well slap himself? just hypothetical thinking
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I'm trying not to choke you, but it's getting increasingly difficult.
Nessa, just say the word and I'll obey!!!!
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LAKERS! #thatisall
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LAKERS! #thatisall
Blah, blah, blah.
Los Spurs on ESPN tonight! And Ginobli is back! We're losing, but we'll pull it out.
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This Kenneth Fareid guy on the Nuggets is going to be a problem. Dude is explosive.
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I'm trying not to choke you, but it's getting increasingly difficult.
:D :D :D :D
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amazing game Deron Williams
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amazing game Deron Williams
...against the Bobcats...
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...against the Bobcats...
shhhhhh .... debbie downer
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shhhhhh .... debbie downer
I'm just sayin...
Nonetheless, he had a great game.
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...against the Bobcats...
No one has had that kind of game against the Bobcats...ijs
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Man Michael Jordan needs to fire himself...fa'real!! :-\
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Man Michael Jordan needs to fire himself...fa'real!! :-\
Girl where you been? Missed ya.
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Girl where you been? Missed ya.
I been ill for a while but Vonne iz back baby!!! ;D
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I been ill for a while but Vonne iz back baby!!! ;D
I'm glad to hear that. "New and improved Vonne".
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K-Love's line from last night:
39pts on 13-25 shooting and 17rebs
He shot 5-10 from three and of his 17 boards SEVEN were offensive.
Again, if he'd play defense he'd be the best PF in the NBA.
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K-Love's line from last night:
39pts on 13-25 shooting and 17rebs
He shot 5-10 from three and of his 17 boards SEVEN were offensive.
Again, if he'd play defense he'd be the best PF in the NBA.
I wish he could play for a team that actually had a chance to win. The T-wolves are a dead end team. I hope he don't wait until he get's as old as KG to go to a better team. :-\
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I wish he could play for a team that actually had a chance to win. The T-wolves are a dead end team. I hope he don't wait until he get's as old as KG to go to a better team. :-\
You never know, people used to say that about the Clippers.
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K-Love's line from last night:
39pts on 13-25 shooting and 17rebs
He shot 5-10 from three and of his 17 boards SEVEN were offensive.
Again, if he'd play defense he'd be the best PF in the NBA.
What PF in the league is better? I think he should be a MVP nominee...
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My midseason thoughts:
1. Even though I'm in and out I still proclaim myself as the LGM Chief NBA Analyst...LOL!! j/k
2. Barring injury or lack of productivity, there are no excuses left for Miami. Lebron should have his first ring by the end of this season. However Chicago, OKC, San Antonio are still legit title contenders. I only added Spurs because (in dedication to 99) I think a darkhorse team could make it to the finals in this short season (Grizzlies, Hawks, etc). As of now i'm sticking with a Heat/Thunder Finals with Heat winning in 5 or 6. However, for Heat to make it to Finals I think they will face Chicago in Eastern Conference Finals that will go 7 games.
3. Lakers are too inconsistent for me to consider them a threat to win the West.
4. Related to #2, I think the West is wide open this season. Probably more than ever.
5. My conspiracy theory is that the Chris Paul trade to Lakers was vetoed because of the movement to get the small market teams attention (Clippers are one), which is one of the reasons why some didn't want an NBA season.
6. Charlotte......smh! #thatisall
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What PF in the league is better? I think he should be a MVP nominee...
You know what? I had a few in mind (guys who actually play some D), but all things considered Love's great scoring and league-leading rebounding beat them all.
As a matter of fact, where ARE the great Power Forwards in the league? ?/?
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You know what? I had a few in mind (guys who actually play some D), but all things considered Love's great scoring and league-leading rebounding beat them all.
As a matter of fact, where ARE the great Power Forwards in the league? ?/?
It seems that the Power Forward and Center positions faded out with the stars from the old NBA
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what is the difference between a power forward and a forward?
what about lebron james? Lamar Odom? Pau Gasol (forward/center)? Dirk Nowitzki?
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what is the difference between a power forward and a forward?
what about lebron james? Lamar Odom? Pau Gasol (forward/center)? Dirk Nowitzki?
There's the Small Forward and the Power Forward.
Lebron & Lamar are Small Forwards. Pau is a Power Forward and Dirk is a Small/Power hybrid.
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There's the Small Forward and the Power Forward.
Lebron & Lamar are Small Forwards. Pau is a Power Forward and Dirk is a Small/Power hybrid.
:( thats one thing i never did like about basketball, the weird definitions
when you look at some of the physical attributes such as size and weight those guys listed above all fit the bill but if they have a jump shot they are thrown into a different category
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:( thats one thing i never did like about basketball, the weird definitions
when you look at some of the physical attributes such as size and weight those guys listed above all fit the bill but if they have a jump shot they are thrown into a different category
In all fairness, traditional roles have been re-defined nowadays. When Scottie Pippen was playing, the term "point forward" was coined, because he handled the ball and facilitated way more than the team's point guards did.
Dirk has the height of a center, but the jumper of a 2-guard. So, he never really fit the power forward criteria. Back in the day, power forwards were tall, thick guys whose job was to rebound.
There are very few true point guards in the league as well.
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hmm ... okay I can dig that
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What is Dwight Howard thinking? (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/11/dwight-howard-just-wants-to-win-which-is-why-hes-refusing-chicago-still-obviously-because-that-makes-sense/related/) ?/?
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What is Dwight Howard thinking? ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/11/dwight-howard-just-wants-to-win-which-is-why-hes-refusing-chicago-still-obviously-because-that-makes-sense/related/[/url]) ?/?
Maybe he thinks that he is worth a lot and they'd have the clean the kitchen to get him.
Thinking too highly of himself than what he ought? I don't know.
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Maybe he thinks that he is worth a lot and they'd have the clean the kitchen to get him.
Thinking too highly of himself than what he ought? I don't know.
Any team would have to give up good pieces. One of the best teams in the league would certainly have enough left to be great with Howard. The Nets on the other hand, who stink now, would have practically nothing left after the trade.
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This article is a good example of why if I had a vote that counted, I'd vote for James as MVP:
http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/11/lebron-comes-up-big-then-not-so-much-vs-pacers-but-thats-ok-dwades-got-him/related/ (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/11/lebron-comes-up-big-then-not-so-much-vs-pacers-but-thats-ok-dwades-got-him/related/)
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This article is a good example of why if I had a vote that counted, I'd vote for James as MVP:
[url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/11/lebron-comes-up-big-then-not-so-much-vs-pacers-but-thats-ok-dwades-got-him/related/[/url] ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/11/lebron-comes-up-big-then-not-so-much-vs-pacers-but-thats-ok-dwades-got-him/related/[/url])
Well written.
I get so frustrated when people say "yea but he isn't clutch!"
He's the best player in the world, and that's all you got? He isn't 'clutch'? :-\
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Nobody wants to talk about my Lakers beating the Celtics? It's okay, you don't have to...
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Nobody wants to talk about my Lakers beating the Celtics? It's okay, you don't have to...
I guess I could discuss it in the NRC thread... Cuz...Well...You know... :D
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I guess I could discuss it in the NRC thread... Cuz...Well...You know... :D
#CHOKE!
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Nobody wants to talk about my Lakers beating the Celtics? It's okay, you don't have to...
Yall are still behind my Spurs, thus that win, like your team, is irrelevant. :P
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Well written.
I get so frustrated when people say "yea but he isn't clutch!"
He's the best player in the world, and that's all you got? He isn't 'clutch'? :-\
Well one would have to admit that he is clutch deficient. Nonetheless, I love watching the team and think he is the best player in the NBA. I'd love to seem them win it all if(more than likely when) the Spurs don't get it. :)
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Well one would have to admit that he is clutch deficient. Nonetheless, I love watching the team and think he is the best player in the NBA. I'd love to seem them win it all if(more than likely when) the Spurs don't get it. :)
I still don't buy the "not clutch" argument. Dude is clutch all game long. He helps put the team in position for a game-winning shot. He shoots over 50% for the season. That means he's going to miss at least one of two last-second shot attempts anyway. So, if he misses one shot at the end of the game, gets the rebound and assists on the game-wining shot, is that not clutch? Or, if he drives the lane, drawing 2 to 3 defenders to him and kicks it to a wide-open teammate, why is he criticized for not taking the shot???? Sports media is just plain stupid. What's worse is the proliferation of this stupidity brainwashes the fans into the same line of thinking. [\rant]
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Yall are still behind my Spurs, thus that win, like your team, is irrelevant. :P
#STAB!
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#STAB!
Such violence. What are you, a Lakers silent assassin? :D
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Such violence. What are you, a Lakers silent assassin? :D
Well, the Lakers are from LA, with Compton and Watts and all... *shrug*
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I still don't buy the "not clutch" argument. Dude is clutch all game long. He helps put the team in position for a game-winning shot. He shoots over 50% for the season. That means he's going to miss at least one of two last-second shot attempts anyway. So, if he misses one shot at the end of the game, gets the rebound and assists on the game-wining shot, is that not clutch? Or, if he drives the lane, drawing 2 to 3 defenders to him and kicks it to a wide-open teammate, why is he criticized for not taking the shot???? Sports media is just plain stupid. What's worse is the proliferation of this stupidity brainwashes the fans into the same line of thinking. [\rant]
Most superstars put their team in a position to win...imo. There's no denying that LBJ is the most gifted player in the league, but people want to see that killer instinct that separated MJ and Kobe from their peers. I'm happy he took the shot...that's all I want from LBJ, but sadly, if he continues to miss, the media will say, "He's not clutch!"
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Well, the Lakers are from LA, with Compton and Watts and all... *shrug*
:D :D :D
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Well, the Lakers are from LA, with Compton and Watts and all... *shrug*
And that Kobe Bryant fella is pretty dangerous according to certain police reports.
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I still don't buy the "not clutch" argument. Dude is clutch all game long. He helps put the team in position for a game-winning shot. He shoots over 50% for the season. That means he's going to miss at least one of two last-second shot attempts anyway. So, if he misses one shot at the end of the game, gets the rebound and assists on the game-wining shot, is that not clutch? Or, if he drives the lane, drawing 2 to 3 defenders to him and kicks it to a wide-open teammate, why is he criticized for not taking the shot???? Sports media is just plain stupid. What's worse is the proliferation of this stupidity brainwashes the fans into the same line of thinking. [\rant]
Most superstars put their team in a position to win...imo. There's no denying that LBJ is the most gifted player in the league, but people want to see that killer instinct that separated MJ and Kobe from their peers. I'm happy he took the shot...that's all I want from LBJ, but sadly, if he continues to miss, the media will say, "He's not clutch!"
See? We're in agreement! :D :D :D
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Question 1: If Lakers somehow finish #1 or #2 in Western Conference, should Kobe be MVP?
Question 2: Should Lakers trade Gasol? Based on what I'm reading there's still a possibility for a Gasol trade. I don't think they should trade Gasol. If we could get more athleticism, an improved bench and maybe a young PG we may still be championship-caliber.
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I believe if LBJ continues to do what he does but brings home a championship, all of the 'clutch' talk disappears.
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And that Kobe Bryant fella is pretty dangerous according to certain police reports.
Now you're just begging for me to hurt you...
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I believe if LB continues to do what he does but brings home a championship, all of the 'clutch' talk disappears.
Yep, because in my mind he (not Wade) is the key to Miami doing what they should do, win the title.
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What is Dwight Howard thinking? ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/11/dwight-howard-just-wants-to-win-which-is-why-hes-refusing-chicago-still-obviously-because-that-makes-sense/related/[/url]) ?/?
SMH! Even though I think it's HIGHLY possible that the current Bulls team (with no injuries) could knock off Heat, having DHoward makes it very likely they could knock off the Heat and become title favorities....SMH!
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See? We're in agreement! :D :D :D
On the contrary, I do not need to watch ESPN or listen to a reporter bash LBJ or his inefficiencies nor do I need to hear anyone sing his praises. My beliefs are my beliefs...at the end of the day, I believe LeBron has all the tools necessary to be the greatest ball player of all time; however, if he continues to fade away from big shots then how can we consider him clutch?
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I forgot to add my smileys >:( >:( >:(
:D :D :D
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On the contrary, I do not need to watch ESPN or listen to a reporter bash LBJ or his inefficiencies nor do I need to hear anyone sing his praises. My beliefs are my beliefs...at the end of the day, I believe LeBron has all the tools necessary to be the greatest ball player of all time; however, if he continues to fade away from big shots then how can we consider him clutch?
Like Kobe?
Is it better to go 7 for 21 but hit the big shot with 2 seconds left....
Or to go 12 for 20 and pass to the open teammate? :-\
I dunno, I think Lebron is the main reason the Heat are where they are. That, to me, means more than a last second shot.
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Like Kobe?
Is it better to go 7 for 21 but hit the big shot with 2 seconds left....
Or to go 12 for 20 and pass to the open teammate? :-\
I dunno, I think Lebron is the main reason the Heat are where they are. That, to me, means more than a last second shot.
I think Bosh is the unsung hero of the Heat
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In other news, Spurs guard T.J. Ford is out with another neck injury and is considering retirement. I remember when this guy was playing for Texas. I thought he was going to be a star. :-\
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I think Bosh is the unsung hero of the Heat
Definitely the unsung hero. It's easy to be overshadowed when you play with two Top 5 players.
[CanOfWorms]
My Top 5:
Lebron
Kevin Durant
Dwayne Wade
Kobe Bryant
Derrick Rose
[/CanOfWorms]
You can disagree with where Wade falls in the Top 5, but he's definitely in there somewhere.
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In other news, Spurs guard T.J. Ford is out with another neck injury and is considering retirement. I remember when this guy was playing for Texas. I thought he was going to be a star. :-\
Injuries definitely got the best of Ford...Definitely the unsung hero. It's easy to be overshadowed when you play with two Top 5 players.
[CanOfWorms]
My Top 5:
Lebron
Kevin Durant
Dwayne Wade
Kobe Bryant
Derrick Rose
[/CanOfWorms]
You can disagree with where Wade falls in the Top 5, but he's definitely in there somewhere.
Can't really argue with that list...
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Definitely the unsung hero. It's easy to be overshadowed when you play with two Top 5 players.
[CanOfWorms]
My Top 5:
Lebron
Kevin Durant
Dwayne Wade
Kobe Bryant
Derrick Rose
[/CanOfWorms]
You can disagree with where Wade falls in the Top 5, but he's definitely in there somewhere.
Agree!
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Definitely the unsung hero. It's easy to be overshadowed when you play with two Top 5 players.
[CanOfWorms]
My Top 5:
Lebron
Kevin Durant
Dwayne Wade
Kobe Bryant
Derrick Rose
[/CanOfWorms]
You can disagree with where Wade falls in the Top 5, but he's definitely in there somewhere.
can't knock it great list
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Milwaukee Bucks trade Stephen Jackson and Andrew Bogut to Golden State Warriors for Monta Ellis, Kwame Brown and another player.
Kind of an interesting trade in my opinion.
http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=ArF63FqDmtdUHLslxJPvYzu8vLYF?slug=ap-warriors-buckstrade (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=ArF63FqDmtdUHLslxJPvYzu8vLYF?slug=ap-warriors-buckstrade)
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So, they trade an injury-prone star for another injury-prone guy who has never reached his potential. Interesting.
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So, they trade an injury-prone star for another injury-prone guy who has never reached his potential. Interesting.
Right...LOL!
Did anyone hear about what the Orlando Magic offered Howard as a way to try to keep him? If he signed extension he would have power to determine fate of GM and the coach at the end of the season....SMH! Way too much power in my mind!
To me, if they add maybe one more player (don't know their needs) they could seriously contend with Bulls and Heat. I don't see them getting to the Finals but, with additional player, could be a tough out.
I also don't get why Howard wants to go to NJ. They don't seem close to contention. To me, Dallas, LA (both Lakers and Clippers) and maybe Bulls should be the teams he consider. I don't think he'll go to Lakers because he doesn't want to be in Shaq shadow (plus I think Lakers are still good with what they have). There's NO WAY he can go to Heat with their Big 3 already there (it was rumored he'd be open to going to Heat). The Heat SHOULD win the title this season with what they already have.
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Looks like Mike D'Antoni of the Knicks may be the first coach out this season. Knicks have too much talent for the mess that's going on...SMH!
http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/7684157/mike-dantoni-lost-new-york-knicks-locker-room-according-sources (http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/7684157/mike-dantoni-lost-new-york-knicks-locker-room-according-sources)
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Wow. It's sad that grown men getting paid millions of dollars can't do their stinking jobs. D'Antoni needs to have the guts to sit players who don't run the offensive system the way it's designed.
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Looks like Mike D'Antoni of the Knicks may be the first coach out this season. Knicks have too much talent for the mess that's going on...SMH!
[url]http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/7684157/mike-dantoni-lost-new-york-knicks-locker-room-according-sources[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/7684157/mike-dantoni-lost-new-york-knicks-locker-room-according-sources[/url])
All the talk was "How will Anthony fit in when he returns from injury?"
Well, now we know. He hasn't.
When Linsanity began with Melo and Amar'e out the Knicks looked fantastic. Jeremy Lin, Tyson Chandler, Steve Novak, Jared Jeffries, Landry Fields and Iman Shumpert were making the extra pass, playing GREAT defense, showing a lot of hustle, and beating everybody.
With Melo and Amar'e back the team chemistry has taken a nosedive.
It really is a shame because the team that was full of players who don't have big names was killing. Steve Novak is possibly the best pure 3pt shooter in the league today. Jared Jeffries is an excellent, long defender. Iman Shumpert is an athletic PG/SG hybrid. They aren't big name players but they have great chemistry together.
The Knicks are expected to make a run at Phil Jackson, who retired from the Lakers last year with 11 NBA titles.
Now THAT would be awesome! You just know Phil would find a way for all those pieces to work.
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I think the Anthony trade was crazy. #thatisall
#gaveawaytoomuch
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Looks like Mike D'Antoni of the Knicks may be the first coach out this season. Knicks have too much talent for the mess that's going on...SMH!
[url]http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/7684157/mike-dantoni-lost-new-york-knicks-locker-room-according-sources[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/7684157/mike-dantoni-lost-new-york-knicks-locker-room-according-sources[/url])
And according to several sources (don't have link) Mike D'Antoni has resigned as coach of Knicks. Not surprising at all.
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http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=AvKZlQbc0Dl_b3fHwrDS4FW8vLYF?slug=aw-wojnarowski_mike_dantoni_knicks_resigns_031412 (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=AvKZlQbc0Dl_b3fHwrDS4FW8vLYF?slug=aw-wojnarowski_mike_dantoni_knicks_resigns_031412)
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Bulls trying to land Pau Gasol. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/nba/story/_/id/7682303/chicago-bulls-working-acquire-pau-gasol-los-angeles-lakers-sources-say)
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Bulls trying to land Pau Gasol. ([url]http://espn.go.com/chicago/nba/story/_/id/7682303/chicago-bulls-working-acquire-pau-gasol-los-angeles-lakers-sources-say[/url])
No!
But I hear Dwight wants to finish out the season in Orlando. That's kind of messed up if he's just going to turn around and screw them over at the end of the season.
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No!
But I hear Dwight wants to finish out the season in Orlando. That's kind of messed up if he's just going to turn around and screw them over at the end of the season.
How is he screwing them over if he lets them know his intentions ahead of time?
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How is he screwing them over if he lets them know his intentions ahead of time?
But if they can trade him and get something and he's persuading them to keep him only to leave them with nothing later... I call that a screw over. He should just say I understand you trading me since I'm not gonna stay anyway.
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I feel bad for Pau. He's had to play with trade rumors looming over his head for quite some time. It's hard to commit with that pressure on you.
Come to the light, Pau. We'd love to have you in San Antonio.
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His words "roll the dice" would not be to encouraging to me, if I were the Magic GM. If I were the GM, I'd have to at least try to move him and get some real value for him. Like you alluded to keeping him, without a contract extension, would be foolish.
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His words "roll the dice" would not be to encouraging to me, if I were the Magic GM. If I were the GM, I'd have to at least try to move him and get some real value for him. Like you alluded to keeping him, without a contract extension, would be foolish.
I lol'd when I saw that earlier today. He actually said "roll the dice". :D
So after WHINING about how badly you want out you tell me you want to stay for the rest of the season and that you may, or may NOT leave in the offseason?
So my options are:
A) Wait until the end of the season (knowing there's almost no chance at a title this year) and PRAY that you will stay, even though you've given me every indication that you want to leave...knowing that if you DO leave we'll go from a top 5 team in the East to a bottom-feeder...
and
B) Incite a bidding war for one of the best big men in the NBA knowing that I should be able to get back some excellent pieces that will keep us competitive or possibly even make us better...
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After all of this Dwight Howard agrees to remain with the Magic (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7686147/sources-orlando-magic-dwight-howard-opt-end-season) through next season.
Nonsense. Ridiculous.
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After all of this Dwight Howard agrees to remain with the Magic ([url]http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7686147/sources-orlando-magic-dwight-howard-opt-end-season[/url]) through next season.
Nonsense. Ridiculous.
Yeah, I don't want to hear anything from him for the rest of the season. He was doin' way too much.
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Bulls trying to land Pau Gasol. ([url]http://espn.go.com/chicago/nba/story/_/id/7682303/chicago-bulls-working-acquire-pau-gasol-los-angeles-lakers-sources-say[/url])
NOOOOOO!
I feel bad for Pau. He's had to play with trade rumors looming over his head for quite some time. It's hard to commit with that pressure on you.
Come to the light, Pau. We'd love to have you in San Antonio.
I will NEVER forgive you if Pau signs with San Antonio and makes yall a favorite for the title....SMH! LOL! j/k
And speaking on the Howard situation, I still think it's crazy he wants to leave. Orlando is a title-contending team (especially if they add a piece of two). I mean they are in 3rd in the East. Idk...whatever...
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I will NEVER forgive you if Pau signs with San Antonio and makes yall a favorite for the title....SMH! LOL! j/k
We're already a favorite, my friend. 8)
And we play Orlando tonight, coincidentally.
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Lawd, Manu Ginobli is hurt AGAIN.... :-\
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They put him in, though.
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We're already a favorite, my friend. 8)
I'm surprised, to be honest with you. But hey, in a short season ANYTHING is possible, even though Miami Heat will be your 2011-2012 NBA Champions! #thatisall
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I'm surprised, to be honest with you. But hey, in a short season ANYTHING is possible, even though Miami Heat will be your 2011-2012 NBA Champions! #thatisall
You're such a low down traitor...
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I just want all of these stupid trade rumors to go AWAY already!!! ::) ::)
OAN another Celtic goes down with a heart condition?!?!?! :o :o :o :o :o
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You're such a low down traitor...
Ayyyyeeee I'm just being objective....LOL! And yall know good and well that I'm a bootleg Lakers fan...LOL! I just want all of these stupid trade rumors to go AWAY already!!! ::) ::)
I just read some tweets from NBA writers/analysts saying that the issue Howard has is not wanting to be unpopular or the villian. Well to me, no matter what he'll be a villian, especially if he leaves Orlando.
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ESPN said tonight is likely Dwight's last game... lol. He said he wanted to stay, but when it came time to sign, he wouldn't do it, lol.
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ESPN said tonight is likely Dwight's last game... lol. He said he wanted to stay, but when it came time to sign, he wouldn't do it, lol.
SMH!
Heat/Bulls on ESPN. In my opinion, this is a preview of the Eastern Conference Finals that I think will go to 7 games with the Heat winning the series.
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My favorite player, Tony Parker with a great night tonight! Home team takes the win!
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I have so much respect for Greg Popovich and the Spurs. I actually used to like them back in the days of David Robinson, Sean Elliot et al.
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My current Top 5 contending teams for NBA Title (in order):
1. Miami Heat
2. Chicago Bulls
2a Oklahoma City Thunder
4. San Antonio Spurs
5. Orlando Magic/Memphis Grizzlies/Dallas Mavericks/Los Angeles Lakers (couldn't choose 1)
In this season, ANYTHING is possible and like TJ alluded (and Skip Bayless) Spurs could be a darkhorse to win the West (and to win it all). In a short season, Veteran teams have an advantage.
But this could end up being a "who gets hot" kind of playoffs (like the Giants' Super Bowl wins in NFL).
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ESPN said tonight is likely Dwight's last game... lol. He said he wanted to stay, but when it came time to sign, he wouldn't do it, lol.
Yea, Dwight is handling this as poorly as I've ever seen anybody handle requesting a trade.
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And noooooow Dwight says he WILL waive his Early Termination Option (ETO) and stay in Orlando through next season (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/another-reversal-dwight-howard-says-he-will-opt-in-with-magic/).
Man, this has been a HUGE mess. Howard has made himself look horrible in this.
He tells Orlando all year he wants out and gives them a list of teams he wants to go to.
Then on Wednesday he tells the team to 'roll the dice' on him by not trading him, even going so far as to tell his teammates he'll stay.
The Magic tell him that he has to waive his ETO, else they'll trade him (which makes sense)
Dwight REFUSES to waive his ETO so the Magic continue working the phones to trade him.
Now this morning Dwight gives in and agrees to waive his ETO and stay through next year.
In an exclusive interview with Jarrod Rudolph of RealGM (who gets the scoop of the year) Howard says he will sign the papers to stay with the Magic.
“Man, listen, you know my heart, my soul and everything I have is in Orlando,” Howard told RealGM. “I just can’t leave it behind.”
No Dwight. We DON'T know that. ::)
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And noooooow Dwight says he WILL waive his Early Termination Option (ETO) and stay in Orlando through next season ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/another-reversal-dwight-howard-says-he-will-opt-in-with-magic/[/url]).
Man, this has been a HUGE mess. Howard has made himself look horrible in this.
He tells Orlando all year he wants out and gives them a list of teams he wants to go to.
Then on Wednesday he tells the team to 'roll the dice' on him by not trading him, even going so far as to tell his teammates he'll stay.
The Magic tell him that he has to waive his ETO, else they'll trade him (which makes sense)
Dwight REFUSES to waive his ETO so the Magic continue working the phones to trade him.
Now this morning Dwight gives in and agrees to waive his ETO and stay through next year.
No Dwight. We DON'T know that. ::)
LOL. You reminded me of Stephen A Smith.
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LOL. You reminded me of Stephen A Smith.
I'll take it. lol
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In a way, I feel kinda bad for Dwight Howard. He wants to make the right decision. He wants to be liked. He wants to win. Yet, through this entire process, he's made bad decision after bad decision. It's too late now, but he should have learned to keep his mouth shut.
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In a way, I feel kinda bad for Dwight Howard. He wants to make the right decision. He wants to be liked. He wants to win. Yet, through this entire process, he's made bad decision after bad decision. It's too late now, but he should have learned to keep his mouth shut.
Yep!
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That Bulls/Heat game last night was exciting! I love to see a virtual unknown step up big when it counts. Lucas was fearless!
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Soon as I found out D. Rose wasn't playing, I didn't even bother to turn it on. Was too busy watching my Spurs, anyway.
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Soon as I found out D. Rose wasn't playing, I didn't even bother to turn it on. Was too busy watching my Spurs, anyway.
Oh you missed out, bro. There were stretches in that game where they were just in the zone. Everything was falling. Then the Heat surged and they had to try and hold on to it at the end. It was just a really good game.
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I think our prayers have been answered Lakers fans....SHONDO!
According to ESPN.com, Lakers trade 2012 first round pick to Cleveland for PG Ramon Sessions.
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I think our prayers have been answered Lakers fans....SHONDO!
According to ESPN.com, Lakers trade 2012 first round pick to Cleveland for PG Ramon Sessions.
What you mean "OUR"? LOL!
Yeah, I'm lovin' that. I went to church with Ramon while he was at University of Nevada.
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Ra-who, who?
I guess it wouldn't be that hard to upgrade the spot when D. Fish is starting although his leadership intangibles are premium.
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What you mean "OUR"? LOL!
Yeah, I'm lovin' that. I went to church with Ramon while he was at University of Nevada.
LOL! 8)
Oh that's cool!
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Oh and I just found out that another part of the trade is Luke Walton going to Cleveland. Plus there are 2-3 other aspects of the trade I can't remember. It's on ESPN.com...LOL!
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I think our prayers have been answered Lakers fans....SHONDO!
According to ESPN.com, Lakers trade 2012 first round pick to Cleveland for PG Ramon Sessions.
What you mean "OUR"? LOL!
Yeah, I'm lovin' that. I went to church with Ramon while he was at University of Nevada.
:D :D :D
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What you mean "OUR"? LOL!
Yeah, I'm lovin' that. I went to church with Ramon while he was at University of Nevada.
:D :D :D :D
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The Nets traded Mehmet Okur, Shawne Williams and a 2012 first round pick that is top three protected to the Blazers for Gerald Wallace.
A three-team trade that would send Jamal Crawford to the Timberwolves (from the Trail Blazers), Michael Beasley to the Lakers (from the Timberwolves) and Steve Blake plus a pick from the Lakers to the Trail Blazers is reportedly near completion.
Lakers would DEFINITELY come out winners in that one. If you combine the Sessions trade with possibly getting this done the Lakers move up a tier in the West.
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The Nets traded Mehmet Okur, Shawne Williams and a 2012 first round pick that is top three protected to the Blazers for Gerald Wallace.
A three-team trade that would send Jamal Crawford to the Timberwolves (from the Trail Blazers), Michael Beasley to the Lakers (from the Timberwolves) and Steve Blake plus a pick from the Lakers to the Trail Blazers is reportedly near completion.
Lakers would DEFINITELY come out winners in that one. If you combine the Sessions trade with possibly getting this done the Lakers move up a tier in the West.
Yes suh! We still got a chance to win the West BUT it will be very difficult with OKC, SA and MEM capable of winning West...whew!
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Yes suh! We still got a chance to win the West BUT it will be very difficult with OKC, SA and MEM capable of winning West...whew!
Too funny.
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Looks like Portland is rebuilding. They traded Camby and Wallace (already mentioned) today. If Roy didn't retire I think Portland could have been a favorite to win the West this season. Wow!
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Stephen Jackson has been traded to the San Antonio Spurs for Richard Jefferson. Curious to see if a pick is included because Jackson’s deal is expiring but Jefferson has one more year left.
The Houston Rockets have gotten the center they wanted — Marcus Camby from the Portland Trail Blazers. Not sure yet what is headed back
http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/pbts-constantly-updated-trade-deadline-tracker/related/ (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/pbts-constantly-updated-trade-deadline-tracker/related/)
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The Lakers traded Derek Fisher. Didn’t expect that. To the Rockets for Jordan Hill. The Lakers also sent off their other first round pick in the deal. Not a big thing on the court, but that is going to tick off Kobe Bryant.
http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/pbts-constantly-updated-trade-deadline-tracker/related/ (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/pbts-constantly-updated-trade-deadline-tracker/related/)
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The Lakers traded Derek Fisher. Didn’t expect that. To the Rockets for Jordan Hill. The Lakers also sent off their other first round pick in the deal. Not a big thing on the court, but that is going to tick off Kobe Bryant.
[url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/pbts-constantly-updated-trade-deadline-tracker/related/[/url] ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/pbts-constantly-updated-trade-deadline-tracker/related/[/url])
WOW! ABSOLUTELY STUNNED!
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I didn't see that coming...
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Who cares about Fisher. THE FRIGGIN' SPURS TRADED RICHARD JEFFERSON!!!!!!! WHAT THE WHAT!?!?!?!
This hurts, man. WHY would they do such a thing? First George Hill, now this. I'm in mourning. :(
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The Lakers traded Derek Fisher. Didn’t expect that. To the Rockets for Jordan Hill. The Lakers also sent off their other first round pick in the deal. Not a big thing on the court, but that is going to tick off Kobe Bryant.
[url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/pbts-constantly-updated-trade-deadline-tracker/related/[/url] ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/15/pbts-constantly-updated-trade-deadline-tracker/related/[/url])
From a business standpoint...I understand the move, but from a fan's point of view...I'm sad to see him leave. Here's my fav Fisher moment as a Laker
Derek Fisher's 0.4 Shot (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RodiAAns6Jk#)
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Thanks Nick Young and Javale McGee, and hello Nene
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I'm glad the trade deadline is over, now maybe we can focus on the season. :-\
I think the Lakers have really improved their roster. I'm hoping for a Lakers vs Heat finals. ;D
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I'm glad the trade deadline is over, now maybe we can focus on the season. :-\
I think the Lakers have really improved their roster. I'm hoping for a Lakers vs Heat finals. ;D
Heat in 6.
Sad about Derek Fisher though :(
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I'm glad the trade deadline is over, now maybe we can focus on the season. :-\
I think the Lakers have really improved their roster. I'm hoping for a Lakers vs Heat finals. ;D
starting to think the lakers vs the heat is like a boxing match between manny pacquiao vs Floyd mayweather ... :( something that will only happen in our dreams
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I don't know about the Heat, but I'm looking to see the Lakers at the finish line. Just think everybody counted them out early on, they weren't even on the discussion table, but they're really starting to pull it together.
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One reason I can't stand sports media: There has been a lot of talk about the demise of the Lakers; they don't have the right pieces; Mike Brown wasn't the right choice; etc, etc. But, as of a couple of days ago, they were only 3 games off of last year's pace. Considering the accelerated pace of the season, no training camp and other factors, I think Mike Brown and company are doing a great job! But, they get absolutely no credit. Having said all that, I wish the Lakers really were in a state of decline. LOL I can't stand 'em!
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One reason I can't stand sports media: There has been a lot of talk about the demise of the Lakers; they don't have the right pieces; Mike Brown wasn't the right choice; etc, etc. But, as of a couple of days ago, they were only 3 games off of last year's pace. Considering the accelerated pace of the season, no training camp and other factors, I think Mike Brown and company are doing a great job! But, they get absolutely no credit. Having said all that, I wish the Lakers really were in a state of decline. LOL I can't stand 'em!
LOL!!
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One reason I can't stand sports media: There has been a lot of talk about the demise of the Lakers; they don't have the right pieces; Mike Brown wasn't the right choice; etc, etc. But, as of a couple of days ago, they were only 3 games off of last year's pace. Considering the accelerated pace of the season, no training camp and other factors, I think Mike Brown and company are doing a great job! But, they get absolutely no credit. Having said all that, I wish the Lakers really were in a state of decline. LOL I can't stand 'em!
We love the hate!!!
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We love the hate!!!
Them Lakers and them Dukkies. Them Blue Devils bet not run into the Tide during "The Big Dance", if so, somebody going down. I aint calling no team but you know. :)
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The two best teams in the West are playing tonight (Lakers fans, stop checking your schedule...I said BEST). First night with Stephen Jackson replacing Richard Jefferson. Lord PLEASE let this be the Stephen Jackson that helped us win a championship in '03. Don't make us regret this trade. These and other blessings we ask in the name.
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The two best teams in the West are playing tonight (Lakers fans, stop checking your schedule...I said BEST). First night with Stephen Jackson replacing Richard Jefferson. Lord PLEASE let this be the Stephen Jackson that helped us win a championship in '03. Don't make us regret this trade. These and other blessings we ask in the name.
I hope ya'll lose by 80!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Them Lakers and them Dukkies. Them Blue Devils bet not run into the Tide during "The Big Dance", if so, somebody going down. I aint calling no team but you know. :)
This is basketball not football...that's all I'm saying!!!!
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One reason I can't stand sports media: There has been a lot of talk about the demise of the Lakers; they don't have the right pieces; Mike Brown wasn't the right choice; etc, etc. But, as of a couple of days ago, they were only 3 games off of last year's pace. Considering the accelerated pace of the season, no training camp and other factors, I think Mike Brown and company are doing a great job! But, they get absolutely no credit. Having said all that, I wish the Lakers really were in a state of decline. LOL I can't stand 'em!
Yep, a bunch of bandwagoners they are. I appreciate your objectivity, even though you washed it down with an extra large, ice cold glass of haterade. :D
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As long as the blood is still running warm in Kobe's veins, they will never be out of the title discussion.
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I haven't seen much of the San Antonio/OKC game but my Lord San Antonio got it going on....SMH! Lakers better give equal focus to Spurs AND OKC if they want a chance at all to make it to the Finals!
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My Spurs are on freaking FIRE!!! 54-33 with 5 mins left in the 2nd.
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If we play like this every night, no team can stop us. I think the Jefferson trade has opened up more room for guys like Leonard and Neal. All of this without Stephen Jackson, Ginobli, and Duncan isn't playing very well. AMAZING. GO SPURS GO!!
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If we play like this every night, no team can stop us. I think the Jefferson trade has opened up more room for guys like Leonard and Neal. All of this without Stephen Jackson, Ginobli, and Duncan isn't playing very well. AMAZING. GO SPURS GO!!
UGH! Everyone talking about Heat, OKC, and Bulls being top championship contenders. We better start putting Spurs in that conversation....*sigh*
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I hope TJ is ok after seeing his Spurs blow a 20+ lead to now be up only by 4....SMH!
Lawd!
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He's somewhere praying...
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He's somewhere praying...
LOL! He can stop now....LOL!
Btw, hearing that the Lakers are looking good right now with upgrades. That's good to hear!
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We just wanted to give the fans something to get excited about. Nobody likes to see a blowout. We're looking at the 2012 NBA Champions, people.
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We just wanted to give the fans something to get excited about. Nobody likes to see a blowout. We're looking at the 2012 NBA Champions, people.
Not yet bro! Miami Heat shall win it all (unless something crazy happens like CHI beating them...LOL).
But, if it's OKC/SA in Conference Finals (still think Lakers have a shot, a small one though) that series is going to 7 and right now I'd still pick OKC but it's going to be tough.
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Not yet bro! Miami Heat shall win it all (unless something crazy happens like CHI beating them...LOL).
But, if it's OKC/SA in Conference Finals (still think Lakers have a shot, a small one though) that series is going to 7 and right now I'd still pick OKC but it's going to be tough.
Guess that means you'll just be wrong this year.
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Guess that means you'll just be wrong this year.
In a short season like this, you may be right! San Antonio won the title in the 50 game 98/99 season. Will history repeat itself? Highly possible!
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This (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/46779497/ns/sports-nba/) is why I'll never be a Kobe fan.
Confidence is one thing, but when you don't have it you don't have it. Do other things. Concentrate on playing great D, grabbing rebounds, facilitating, setting screens, hustling. Not THIS guy though. He'll singlehandedly give your team an 'L' before he stops shooting. :-\
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This ([url]http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/46779497/ns/sports-nba/[/url]) is why I'll never be a Kobe fan.
Confidence is one thing, but when you don't have it you don't have it. Do other things. Concentrate on playing great D, grabbing rebounds, facilitating, setting screens, hustling. Not THIS guy though. He'll singlehandedly give your team an 'L' before he stops shooting. :-\
...meanwhile Bynum was KILLING 'em out there. He made 12 of his 14 shots, scoring 33 and grabbing 11 boards. Instead of getting him the ball MORE seeing as he was dominating, Bryant just kept on shooting.
It isn't smart basketball. It isn't team play. It's selfish.
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This ([url]http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/46779497/ns/sports-nba/[/url]) is why I'll never be a Kobe fan.
Confidence is one thing, but when you don't have it you don't have it. Do other things. Concentrate on playing great D, grabbing rebounds, facilitating, setting screens, hustling. Not THIS guy though. He'll singlehandedly give your team an 'L' before he stops shooting. :-\
I'm pretty sure Kobe isn't the 1st superstar to go 3-20... :-\ :-\ :-\. However, as a Kobe fan, I can agree that he needs to involve his teammates more...
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I'm pretty sure Kobe isn't the 1st superstar to go 3-20... :-\ :-\ :-\. However, as a Kobe fan, I can agree that he needs to involve his teammates more...
I'd be hard-pressed to find another, though.
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I'd be hard-pressed to find another, though.
I'm pretty sure Jordan had a game or two like that
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I'm pretty sure Jordan had a game or two like that
I know he had some stinkers with the Wizards but 3-20 is absolutely horrible.
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I'm pretty sure Jordan had a game or two like that
Not like 3-20 but I'll stipulate that Jordan, especially in his earlier years, had some clunkers.
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Knicks all of a sudden looking pretty good.
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Ummm how about Mr. Derrick Fisher, President of the Players Association, not reporting to his new team after being traded. :-\ :-\ :-\
OAN the Knicks look good until they play somebody or until Carmelo gets tired of Coach Woodson like the Hawks did. :-\ :-\ :-\ :-\
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Ummm how about Mr. Derrick Fisher, President of the Players Association, not reporting to his new team after being traded. :-\ :-\ :-\
OAN the Knicks look good until they play somebody or until Carmelo gets tired of Coach Woodson like the Hawks did. :-\ :-\ :-\ :-\
They are buying out his contract
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Hey Dwight! Glad you stayed? LOL
Yea, so the Chicago Bulls, who are pretty good without Derrick Rose it seems, SMACKED the Magic last night 85-59 (http://scores.nbcsports.msnbc.com/nba/recap.asp?g=2012031919&home=19&vis=4&final=true).
59.
The Magic scored only 59 pts. That sets a new Chicago Bulls franchise record for fewest points allowed.
Dwight had 18pts 12rbs. The only other Magic player who scored in double figures was Ryan Anderson who had 10pts on 4-13 shooting. Dwight shot 8-12 (66%) but the Magic as a team shot 24-68(35%). If you remove Dwight's numbers they shot 16-56(28%).
Talk about getting no help. :-\
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Hey Dwight! Glad you stayed? LOL
Yea, so the Chicago Bulls, who are pretty good without Derrick Rose it seems, SMACKED the Magic last night 85-59 ([url]http://scores.nbcsports.msnbc.com/nba/recap.asp?g=2012031919&home=19&vis=4&final=true[/url]).
59.
The Magic scored only 59 pts. That sets a new Chicago Bulls franchise record for fewest points allowed.
Dwight had 18pts 12rbs. The only other Magic player who scored in double figures was Ryan Anderson who had 10pts on 4-13 shooting. Dwight shot 8-12 (66%) but the Magic as a team shot 24-68(35%). If you remove Dwight's numbers they shot 16-56(28%).
Talk about getting no help. :-\
SMH!
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What's more telling to me is the fact that Dwight only got 12 shot attempts! That's pitiful! Frankly, I believe the reason he held out so long before signing his opt-in, was the fact that he wanted some level of commitment from management that they would put a system in place to make him the focal point of the offense. I really believe that he wants either A. A true point guard who will feed him in the post, or B. A coach with an inside-outside mentality (meaning, feed the post first, and if there's nothing there, kick it out) or both. He'll never be considered among the all-time greats until he gets in a system like that.
I've watched a few Magic games this season, and they all have had the same theme- Dwight is an afterthought and not a focal point. With his improved post game and his willingness to pass out of the double team, that shouldn't be the case. They are misusing their talent, IMO.
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Hey Dwight! Glad you stayed? LOL
Yea, so the Chicago Bulls, who are pretty good without Derrick Rose it seems, SMACKED the Magic last night 85-59 ([url]http://scores.nbcsports.msnbc.com/nba/recap.asp?g=2012031919&home=19&vis=4&final=true[/url]).
59.
The Magic scored only 59 pts. That sets a new Chicago Bulls franchise record for fewest points allowed.
Dwight had 18pts 12rbs. The only other Magic player who scored in double figures was Ryan Anderson who had 10pts on 4-13 shooting. Dwight shot 8-12 (66%) but the Magic as a team shot 24-68(35%). If you remove Dwight's numbers they shot 16-56(28%).
Talk about getting no help. :-\
The Magic remind me of my Duke Blue Devils...they live and die by the three. If they are on, then they will be hard to beat and vice versa
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What's more telling to me is the fact that Dwight only got 12 shot attempts! That's pitiful! Frankly, I believe the reason he held out so long before signing his opt-in, was the fact that he wanted some level of commitment from management that they would put a system in place to make him the focal point of the offense. I really believe that he wants either A. A true point guard who will feed him in the post, or B. A coach with an inside-outside mentality (meaning, feed the post first, and if there's nothing there, kick it out) or both. He'll never be considered among the all-time greats until he gets in a system like that.
I've watched a few Magic games this season, and they all have had the same theme- Dwight is an afterthought and not a focal point. With his improved post game and his willingness to pass out of the double team, that shouldn't be the case. They are misusing their talent, IMO.
Strong Cosign. In the Magic games I've seen I noticed the same thing.
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I just looked up Dwight Howard's season and career stats. Dude is shooting nearly 58% from the floor this season and in his career. Why isn't he averaging AT LEAST 20 shot attempts per game? I think I can see why. The team averages 38% from the 3-point line, which isn't horrible by NBA standards. So, let's do some math. Let's assume a team gets 100 shot attempts per game. If all 100 shots went to Howard, the team would make 116 points. If all shots were taken from the 3-point line, they'd score 114. So, I guess the team's rationale is that they're no worse off shooting the 3 than they are passing it inside. In fact, if we throw in Howard's woeful free throw percentage, there's an argument that they're actually better off shooting it from the outside.
As a fan, I'd still rather see the ball go inside more.
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I just looked up Dwight Howard's season and career stats. Dude is shooting nearly 58% from the floor this season and in his career. Why isn't he averaging AT LEAST 20 shot attempts per game? I think I can see why. The team averages 38% from the 3-point line, which isn't horrible by NBA standards. So, let's do some math. Let's assume a team gets 100 shot attempts per game. If all 100 shots went to Howard, the team would make 116 points. If all shots were taken from the 3-point line, they'd score 114. So, I guess the team's rationale is that they're no worse off shooting the 3 than they are passing it inside. In fact, if we throw in Howard's woeful free throw percentage, there's an argument that they're actually better off shooting it from the outside.
As a fan, I'd still rather see the ball go inside more.
As we know there's more to it than that (I know you were playing devil's advocate).
Scoring on the inside will open up the outside game by drawing in extra defenders and help the 3pt shooters get better looks and thus shoot a better percentage. Even though Dwight is a poor free throw shooter, getting fouled a lot is always a good thing. If he's aggressive from the start he can put the other team in foul trouble.
Then there's the fact that 38% is the average for the season. There will be games when they just aren't falling.
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The Magic remind me of my Duke Blue Devils...they live and die by the three. If they are on, then they will be hard to beat and vice versa
Yes suh!
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Going home to make a hot honey lemon tea, and settle in for the Laker game. #favoritethings
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Heat/Thunder play Sunday night. In my view, this will be a preview of the NBA Finals. What a game that will be!
Austin Rivers from Duke is going pro.
Lakers via Kobe still see themselves as a championship contender. If they could strengthen the bench I'd give Lakers a VERY legit shot to get back to the Finals. Gotta see Sessions start and the bench play well.
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Heat/Thunder play Sunday night. In my view, this will be a preview of the NBA Finals. What a game that will be!
SMH. So you just going to ignore the way we manhandled the Thunder last week? WITHOUT Ginobli nor Jacko? No respect.
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SMH. So you just going to ignore the way we manhandled the Thunder last week? WITHOUT Ginobli nor Jacko? No respect.
LOL! The west is wide open (with your Spurs in the mix especially in a short season like this (thinking about 99)). Just sticking by my preseason predicton....for now.
;D
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Okay, I just saw the Jason Williams-Blake Griffin bump. To put it nicely, New Orleans is trash.
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Music to TJ's ears....
Boris Diaw is going to play for the Spurs.
*sigh*
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Music to TJ's ears....
Boris Diaw is going to play for the Spurs.
*sigh*
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([url]http://blog.vh1.com/files/2008/06/med_ny_ilny2dance.gif[/url])
SMH! I'm going to bring this pic out WHEN SA loses to OKC in Western Conference Finals AND/OR when they lose to Lakers in playoffs....LOL!!
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SMH! I'm going to bring this pic out WHEN SA loses to OKC in Western Conference Finals AND/OR when they lose to Lakers in playoffs....LOL!!
Hope you remember that next year, because it won't be happening THIS year. ;D
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Okay, I just saw the Jason Williams-Blake Griffin bump. To put it nicely, New Orleans is trash.
I didn't see it, please explain.
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I didn't see it, please explain.
It's unexplainable. See for yourself:
*RAW/UNCUT* New Orleans Bounty: Jason Smith TAKING OUT Blake Griffin (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQmV7ETxj2I#ws)
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WOW. I can't believe that, what posessed him to just drill Blake like that? I don't blame the Clippers for coming for that dude. He should've left the sidelines and gone straight to the locker room. There's no way I'd be just standing on the court looking like a donkey after doing something like that. I wonder what his sentence will be?
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WOW. I can't believe that, what posessed him to just drill Blake like that? I don't blame the Clippers for coming for that dude. He should've left the sidelines and gone straight to the locker room. There's no way I'd be just standing on the court looking like a donkey after doing something like that. I wonder what his sentence will be?
2 game suspension. #thatisall
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2 game suspension. #thatisall
I think it should be longer.
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I think it should be longer.
+1
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That was no mere bump! That was something you see on Sunday afternoons by guys with pads and helmets. Disgraceful.
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What was even more disgraceful is him leading the idiot fans in ovation as he walked out. I'm surprised we didn't see Detroit-Indiana part two.
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Did anyone see the injury Pietrius encountered? Wow! Celtics have had a tough year with injuries. I'd be shocked if they make it very far in the playoffs.
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Did anyone see the injury Pietrius encountered? Wow! Celtics have had a tough year with injuries. I'd be shocked if they make it very far in the playoffs.
Shoot they may not even make the playoffs.
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The Miami Heat's tribute to Trayvon Martin....
(http://colorlines.com/assets_c/2012/03/miami-heat-trayvon-james-thumb-640x480-5642.jpg)
http://colorlines.com/archives/2012/03/miami_heat_tweets_picture_of_whole_team_wearing_hoodies_to_support_trayvon_martin.html (http://colorlines.com/archives/2012/03/miami_heat_tweets_picture_of_whole_team_wearing_hoodies_to_support_trayvon_martin.html)
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Shoot they may not even make the playoffs.
With everything going on, it's highly possible and based on what I read, no playoffs = end of the Pierce/Garnett/Allen Big 3 era.
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For the first time in the Bosh/James era Miami loses 2 in a row by double digits. Concerns? I don't think so. Still think they will turn the switch up and get hot when it matters, the finals. However....(somebody shout "however"), Bulls are dangerous! #thatisall
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For the first time in the Bosh/James era Miami loses 2 in a row by double digits. Concerns? I don't think so. Still think they will turn the switch up and get hot when it matters, the finals. However....(somebody shout "however"), Bulls are dangerous! #thatisall
You are definitely not a Laker fan. Somebody say "Imposter!"
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You are definitely not a Laker fan. Somebody say "Imposter!"
Ayyyeeee! The Chief LGM NBA Analyst has to be objective....and for the record, I'm a bootleg Lakers fan....LOL!
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And from the office of the LGM Chief NBA Analyst, here are my top 10 potential NBA Finals matchups with predictions:
1. Heat vs. OKC with Heat in 6
2. Bulls vs. OKC with OKC in 7
3. Heat vs. Lakers with Heat in 7 (really torn)
4. Bulls vs. Lakers with Lakers in 7
5. Heat vs. Spurs with Heat in 4 (sorry TJ....LOL)
6. Bulls vs Spurs with Bulls in 7
7. Magic vs Lakers with Lakers in 5
8. Heat vs. Dallas with Heat in 5
9. Heat vs. Grizzlies with Heat in 7
10. Celtics vs. Lakers with Lakers in 7
#thatisall
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And from the office of the LGM Chief NBA Analyst, here are my top 10 potential NBA Finals matchups with predictions:
1. Heat vs. OKC with Heat in 6
2. Bulls vs. OKC with OKC in 7
3. Heat vs. Lakers with Heat in 7 (really torn)
4. Bulls vs. Lakers with Lakers in 7
5. Heat vs. Spurs with Heat in 4 (sorry TJ....LOL)6. Bulls vs Spurs with Bulls in 7
7. Magic vs Lakers with Lakers in 5
8. Heat vs. Dallas with Heat in 5
9. Heat vs. Grizzlies with Heat in 7
10. Celtics vs. Lakers with Lakers in 7
#thatisall
I don't watch basketball, and I believe that to be a lie.
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I don't watch basketball, and I believe that to be a lie.
LOL!
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In case yall didn't know, the Spurs knocked down their 8th straight win last night. 9th straight coming up tonight against Boston.
I know I'm biased, but I honestly believe that we are the BEST team in the West when all of our guys are healthy (which they now are). Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Manu Ginobli, Leonard (who is playing on an all-star level), Bonner who is always a silent threat, Danny Green who has been playing amazing ball, and the recent addition of Stephen Jackson. That's 4-5 all-stars on ONE team, coached by one of the top 3 coaches of all time. And let's not talk about experience.
This is our year, people. Mark my words.
In other news, some interesting games are being televised tonight. Heat vs Thunder and Lakers vs Clippers.
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In case yall didn't know, the Spurs knocked down their 8th straight win last night. 9th straight coming up tonight against Boston.
I know I'm biased, but I honestly believe that we are the BEST team in the West when all of our guys are healthy (which they now are). Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Manu Ginobli, Leonard (who is playing on an all-star level), Bonner who is always a silent threat, Danny Green who has been playing amazing ball, and the recent addition of Stephen Jackson. That's 4-5 all-stars on ONE team, coached by one of the top 3 coaches of all time. And let's not talk about experience.
This is our year, people. Mark my words.
In other news, some interesting games are being televised tonight. Heat vs Thunder and Lakers vs Clippers.
He'd be an All-Star the WNBA perhaps.
...perhaps.
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Srsly though, the Spurs have been overlooked all year. Probably because there are younger more exciting players on other teams. The Spurs are definitely not a team the Clippers, Lakers, or Thunder can take lightly. When they're healthy they're a tough veteran team with championship experience.
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Ugh! Spurs look legit and again, in a short season like this anything is possible. I'm just curious: were the Spurs the favorite in the 98-99 50 game season?
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my all time fav!
LOCKOUT PROFESSIONALS - Blake Griffin, Kevin Love, Adrian Peterson, & Ron Artest (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5qbXzoA8AI#ws)
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In case yall didn't know, the Spurs knocked down their 8th straight win last night. 9th straight coming up tonight against Boston.
I know I'm biased, but I honestly believe that we are the BEST team in the West when all of our guys are healthy (which they now are). Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Manu Ginobli, Leonard (who is playing on an all-star level), Bonner who is always a silent threat, Danny Green who has been playing amazing ball, and the recent addition of Stephen Jackson. That's 4-5 all-stars on ONE team, coached by one of the top 3 coaches of all time. And let's not talk about experience.
This is our year, people. Mark my words.
In other news, some interesting games are being televised tonight. Heat vs Thunder and Lakers vs Clippers.
The Spurs looked like the best team last year, and what happened to them? Don't worry....I'll wait!!! They won't make it pass the 2nd round of the playoffs...
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The Spurs looked like the best team last year, and what happened to them? Don't worry....I'll wait!!! They won't make it pass the 2nd round of the playoffs...
*does baptist dance* SHONDO!! Amen!
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The Spurs looked like the best team last year, and what happened to them? Don't worry....I'll wait!!! They won't make it pass the 2nd round of the playoffs...
*does baptist dance* SHONDO!! Amen!
We did not look like the best team last year. We had several holes. And need I remind you, Manu Ginobli, our star player, was INJURED! I swear you Lakers fans can be so irrational.
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We did not look like the best team last year. We had several holes. And need I remind you, Manu Ginobli, our star player, was INJURED! I swear you Lakers fans can be so irrational.
You do realize he played in more games last season than any other season...he only missed the 1st game against Memphis in the playoffs. I'm not irrational; I just tell the truth and some people don't like to hear it.
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You do realize he played in more games last season than any other season...he only missed the 1st game against Memphis in the playoffs. I'm not irrational; I just tell the truth and some people don't like to hear it.
The first part is irrelevant. He missed that one game, but he still battled with the injury throughout the playoffs. He shouldn't have even been out there, but he toughed it out. In addition, we had to deal with Richard Jefferson, which was basically like having four people on the court. Memphis was a bad match-up for us. Their strength was our weakness (the paint).
At the end of the day, that's the past. You don't see me bringing up the fact that the Lakers got SWEPT last year. As of Today, the Spurs are the best team in the West. And tonight's win against Boston gives us 9 straight victories.
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The first part is irrelevant. He missed that one game, but he still battled with the injury throughout the playoffs. He shouldn't have even been out there, but he toughed it out. In addition, we had to deal with Richard Jefferson, which was basically like having four people on the court. Memphis was a bad match-up for us. Their strength was our weakness (the paint).
At the end of the day, that's the past. You don't see me bringing up the fact that the Lakers got SWEPT last year. As of Today, the Spurs are the best team in the West. And tonight's win against Boston gives us 9 straight victories.
ANYWAY, we'll see who is King when the playoffs start. If your Spurs somehow win the title I will be jaw-struck! But guess what? If Miami plays to full potential ain't nobody winning anything but Miami! Let the church say amen!
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The first part is irrelevant. He missed that one game, but he still battled with the injury throughout the playoffs. He shouldn't have even been out there, but he toughed it out. In addition, we had to deal with Richard Jefferson, which was basically like having four people on the court. Memphis was a bad match-up for us. Their strength was our weakness (the paint).
At the end of the day, that's the past. You don't see me bringing up the fact that the Lakers got SWEPT last year. As of Today, the Spurs are the best team in the West. And tonight's win against Boston gives us 9 straight victories.
The Thunder are the best team in the West...that's not a knock on your boys. The Spurs have been playing great ball; I can't knock that...I think Pop should be in the running for COY, but I think Chicago's coach will win that. I also agree that RJ held ya'll back last year too, but I just don't believe in your team, just yet.
ANYWAY, we'll see who is King when the playoffs start. If your Spurs somehow win the title I will be jaw-struck! But guess what? If Miami plays to full potential ain't nobody winning anything but Miami! Let the church say amen!
I think the Thunder can compete/beat Miami...the eastern conference isn't a gimmie either
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The Thunder are the best team in the West...that's not a knock on your boys. The Spurs have been playing great ball; I can't knock that...I think Pop should be in the running for COY, but I think Chicago's coach will win that. I also agree that RJ held ya'll back last year too, but I just don't believe in your team, just yet.
We dumped the Thunder last time we played them. They're no match for our experience, and Parker can take Westbrook any day. The only real threat is Durant, but we have Stephen Jackson now who is a tough defender and can keep him in check.
I'm telling yall this our year. I feel it in my loins.
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I think the Thunder can compete/beat Miami...the eastern conference isn't a gimmie either
Really? To me it boils down to Chicago and Miami. I will agree (even though I think Miami is the overwhelming favorite overall) that Miami is not as much of a "guarantee" to make it out of East as it appeared earlier in the season. Bulls look legit and this is without Rose....SMH! I may give Celtics a chance. Orlando too inconsistent, can't trust Hawks, Knicks have no chance.
We dumped the Thunder last time we played them. They're no match for our experience, and Parker can take Westbrook any day. The only real threat is Durant, but we have Stephen Jackson now who is a tough defender and can keep him in check.
I'm telling yall this our year. I feel it in my loins.
I hope you're wrong but something makes me think you MAY be right...idk....
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I'm not a Laker fan but if they play the way they should, they could easily come out of the west. Andrew Bynum just needs to grow up and Pau Gasol just needs to play up to his potential and they could beat anybody. Everyone is picking the Thunder to get to the finals but they turn the ball over wayyyyyy too much and sometimes Mr. Westbrook decides to get stupid.
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I'm not a Laker fan but if they play the way they should, they could easily come out of the west. Andrew Bynum just needs to grow up and Pau Gasol just needs to play up to his potential and they could beat anybody. Everyone is picking the Thunder to get to the finals but they turn the ball over wayyyyyy too much and sometimes Mr. Westbrook decides to get stupid.
Agreed but Lakers' bench sucks and offense is kind of shaky. But yeah I agree. As far as OKC some think that Westbrook doing too much shooting and less facilitating could cost them. Idk but if they don't lower down the TOs they will not make it out of west.
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Agreed but Lakers' bench sucks and offense is kind of shaky. But yeah I agree. As far as OKC some think that Westbrook doing too much shooting and less facilitating could cost them. Idk but if they don't lower down the TOs they will not make it out of west.
The Thunder have found a winning formula with Westbrook shooting as much as he does. I'd like to see him shoot less, but that ain't gonna happen. I'm still not totally sold on the Thunder, despite their record. I'd be wary of the Lakers if I were the rest of the West. San Antonio is a very strong team, but I'm not a total believer yet.
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I'm not a Laker fan but if they play the way they should, they could easily come out of the west. Andrew Bynum just needs to grow up and Pau Gasol just needs to play up to his potential and they could beat anybody. Everyone is picking the Thunder to get to the finals but they turn the ball over wayyyyyy too much and sometimes Mr. Westbrook decides to get stupid.
Take out that word 'easily' and I'm with you. Even if they get it going, the Thunder would be a really tough out. Especially since the Thunder have two phenomenal scorers in Westbrook and Durant and the Lakers are pretty much a crapshoot after Kobe.
Westbrook is prone to mistakes as you mentioned, but he's the second-best scorer at the PG position after Derrick Rose. And it's close. When he gets it going along with KD and James Harden the Thunder are soooo good.
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Take out that word 'easily' and I'm with you. Even if they get it going, the Thunder would be a really tough out. Especially since the Thunder have two phenomenal scorers in Westbrook and Durant and the Lakers are pretty much a crapshoot after Kobe.
Westbrook is prone to mistakes as you mentioned, but he's the second-best scorer at the PG position after Derrick Rose. And it's close. When he gets it going along with KD and James Harden the Thunder are soooo good.
That's my thing. Thunder have a formula that's working and will make them a tough out.
Lakers still have something that most teams don't have: 2 7 footers. That right there (along with Kobe) makes Lakers still a possibility out of the West. Spurs scare me though.
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That's my thing. Thunder have a formula that's working and will make them a tough out.
Lakers still have something that most teams don't have: 2 7 footers. That right there (along with Kobe) makes Lakers still a possibility out of the West. Spurs scare me though.
Very true. If Andrew Bynum stops acting like a little kid and grows up the Lakers can beat anyone. Did you see his line last night? 36pts, 8 boards, 4 blocks. 10 of 12 Free Throws and 13 of 20 from the Field.
So godlike when he's motivated. So pedestrian when he isn't....which is more oft than not.
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Very true. If Andrew Bynum stops acting like a little kid and grows up the Lakers can beat anyone. Did you see his line last night? 36pts, 8 boards, 4 blocks. 10 of 12 Free Throws and 13 of 20 from the Field.
So godlike when he's motivated. So pedestrian when he isn't....which is more oft than not.
Yes suh!
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That's my thing. Thunder have a formula that's working and will make them a tough out.
Lakers still have something that most teams don't have: 2 7 footers. That right there (along with Kobe) makes Lakers still a possibility out of the West. Spurs scare me though.
Spurs have two 7-footers. Technically they are 6-11, but same difference.
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Spurs have two 7-footers. Technically they are 6-11, but same difference.
So? LOL!
In other news, I read an article from Bleacher Report giving 5 reasons why they think Lebron will never win an NBA title. The reasons were:
-"He's too eager to please." (wanting to be loved by everyone)
-"He missed his best opportunity." (in light of them being the favorite facing Dallas last year)
-"Terrible timing." (at least 3-6 teams including Lakers, Spurs, and Thunder will a good "Big 3" and very good. In coming together they (Lebron, Bosh, etc) may have thought they'd be the most talented team the next few years).
-"Fatigue will become more of an issue." (kind of a duh moment)
-"He's on the wrong team." (many think he is a better player when he has the ball and his style is similar to DWade).
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So? LOL!
In other news, I read an article from Bleacher Report giving 5 reasons why they think Lebron will never win an NBA title. The reasons were:
-"He's too eager to please." (wanting to be loved by everyone)
-"He missed his best opportunity." (in light of them being the favorite facing Dallas last year)
-"Terrible timing." (at least 3-6 teams including Lakers, Spurs, and Thunder will a good "Big 3" and very good. In coming together they (Lebron, Bosh, etc) may have thought they'd be the most talented team the next few years).
-"Fatigue will become more of an issue." (kind of a duh moment)
-"He's on the wrong team." (many think he is a better player when he has the ball and his style is similar to DWade).
-"He's too eager to please."
I hear this a lot, but The Decision proved that he can definitely ruffle feathers. But even if it were true, what does this have to do with the price of tea in China?
-"He missed his best opportunity." (in light of them being the favorite facing Dallas last year)
I agree. It was his best opportunity THUS FAR.
-"Terrible timing." (at least 3-6 teams including Lakers, Spurs, and Thunder will a good "Big 3" and very good. In coming together they (Lebron, Bosh, etc) may have thought they'd be the most talented team the next few years).
I'd understand that if there was some ridiculously talented team (90's Bulls, 80's Celtics, 80's Lakers) in their prime. That isn't the case.
-"Fatigue will become more of an issue." (kind of a duh moment)
Eventually. That is a terrible reason for why Lebron will NEVER win. Because he'll eventually wear down? ::)
-"He's on the wrong team." (many think he is a better player when he has the ball and his style is similar to DWade).
Psychobabble. Lebron is finally on a team with another player who can take over a game in Wade. They have a great third option in Bosh. They have solid role players in Chalmers, Haslem, Miller (when he's healthy), and Battier.
I think that writer just wanted clicks. :D
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http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=Al.3iaRm7JcaEGqzqSa8pCW8vLYF?slug=aw-wojnarowski_dwight_howard_van_gundy_magic040512 (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=Al.3iaRm7JcaEGqzqSa8pCW8vLYF?slug=aw-wojnarowski_dwight_howard_van_gundy_magic040512)
What a mess up in Orlando! Basically, the word is out that DHoward wants Van Gundy out at the end of the year. Howard is denying it but Van Gundy admits he's known it all year. With Orlando having a 4 game losing streak (and losing this game right now against the Knicks), it spells trouble for Van Gundy.
My prediction: The coach either gets fired at the end of the year as the team tunes the coach out and doesn't play hard or Van Gundy resigns on his own.
For the record, I do not see Orlando winning the title. They don't have a great team surrounding Howard. Just my opinion.
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This Orlando-Van Gundy-Howard fiasco is a MESS. Did yall see the press conference? It's obvious that Howard is playing mind games with Van Gundy. One of them will be gone this time next year.
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This Orlando-Van Gundy-Howard fiasco is a MESS. Did yall see the press conference? It's obvious that Howard is playing mind games with Van Gundy. One of them will be gone this time next year.
I think Howard is going to eventually leave but I see the coach getting fired this season or resigning himself.
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I LOVE how Stan handled those questions.
"It's 12:02 right now, if they want to fire me at 12:05 I'll go home and find something to do. I'll have a good day. I'm not worried about that at all."
When he said that I LOL'd. I was like "You tell 'em Stan!"
Then he takes a (well deserved) shot at Dwight:
"The only thing I'm every uncomfortable with is *expletive*. To come in and "No Comment" or deny that it's true...the only thing that liberates me is to be honest and deal with what's out there."
...then Dwight Howard proved him right. :D
I'll say this. After seeing the way Howard has handled both his power play (waffling 3 or 4 times in the days leading up to the trade deadline) and now trying to get his coach fired...and getting outright CAUGHT IN A BIG FAT LIE in that clip....
...I can't stand the sight of Dwight Howard right now. He's a big phony and a coward.
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I LOVE how Stan handled those questions.
"It's 12:02 right now, if they want to fire me at 12:05 I'll go home and find something to do. I'll have a good day. I'm not worried about that at all."
When he said that I LOL'd. I was like "You tell 'em Stan!"
Then he takes a (well deserved) shot at Dwight:
"The only thing I'm every uncomfortable with is *expletive*. To come in and "No Comment" or deny that it's true...the only thing that liberates me is to be honest and deal with what's out there."
...then Dwight Howard proved him right. :D
I'll say this. After seeing the way Howard has handled both his power play (waffling 3 or 4 times in the days leading up to the trade deadline) and now trying to get his coach fired...and getting outright CAUGHT IN A BIG FAT LIE in that clip....
...I can't stand the sight of Dwight Howard right now. He's a big phony and a coward.
THIS, all of this
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I always thought Dwight was a cool dude, but he really is acting childish. It's like he's trying to leave the team in shambles before he leaves.
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I always thought Dwight was a cool dude, but he really is acting childish. It's like he's trying to leave the team in shambles before he leaves.
+1
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I tried to tell y'all months ago that the only way Dwight would stay is if there were a "system" change. He stayed, so I guarantee Van Gundy is gone at or before season's end.
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I tried to tell y'all months ago that the only way Dwight would stay is if there were a "system" change. He stayed, so I guarantee Van Gundy is gone at or before season's end.
Yep!
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Took his man card, lunch, girlfriend and any little shred of dignity he had in his life.
Look at the facial expression in slow motion.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC6FwswWDHo#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC6FwswWDHo#ws)
2nd act of humiliation Andrew Bynum is in the background just walking away saying Jesus Gawd Almighty.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC6FwswWDHo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh2ZT1aPBoE#ws)
Pau was like Ref, why you letting this man do this to me? I wanna go back to Spain.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2WVMxvwr7w#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2WVMxvwr7w#ws)
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Carmelo was so godlike today vs the Bulls. :o
You MUST watch the Sportscenter highlights if you didn't see the game. I was screaming my head off.
"OMG Melo! Y r u so GOOD?!?!?!" :D
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Carmelo was so godlike today vs the Bulls. :o
You MUST watch the Sportscenter highlights if you didn't see the game. I was screaming my head off.
"OMG Melo! Y r u so GOOD?!?!?!" :D
heads off to the NBA youtube channel
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Just so yall know...
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11 straight wins, son!
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heads off to the NBA youtube channel
First in regulation
Melo Drama at the Garden! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3dtIedT6Eo#ws)
Then in OT....
Melo Drama 2.0 - Game-Winner vs. Chicago Bulls! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjJBm3-48tk#ws)
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Just so yall know...
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11 straight wins, son!
All the talk has been of the Bulls, Heat, and Thunder...while the Spurs have been winning like crazy.
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All the talk has been of the Bulls, Heat, and Thunder...while the Spurs have been winning like crazy.
We are playing like a team POSSESSED. We scored 72 points in the first half of Friday's game. The FIRST HALF! Our starters only had to play 22 minutes.
I'm telling yall this is our year.
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I sooooo loved how Stan Van handled that press conference. It's jess like disrighthere....Dwight was in the bus that was about to run over Stan Van and just before the bus hit him, he reached in the bus and grabbed Dwight and the bus ran over both of em. I love it!!!!!:D ;D :D :D ;D :D Stan wasn't goin out without a fight!
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I sooooo loved how Stan Van handled that press conference. It's jess like disrighthere....Dwight was in the bus that was about to run over Stan Van and just before the bus hit him, he reached in the bus and grabbed Dwight and the bus ran over both of em. I love it!!!!!:D ;D :D :D ;D :D Stan wasn't goin out without a fight!
Nonetheless, he's still going out.
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Nonetheless, he's still going out.
...and if justice serves Dwight will STILL leave them next year.
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...and if justice serves Dwight will STILL leave them next year.
This.
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Where will the reality show be next year? (http://www.foxsportssouthwest.com/04/09/12/Mavericks-Odom-part-ways/msn_landing.html?blockID=705492&feedID=3742)
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Where will the reality show be next year? ([url]http://www.foxsportssouthwest.com/04/09/12/Mavericks-Odom-part-ways/msn_landing.html?blockID=705492&feedID=3742[/url])
I was about to post that.
So basically Lamar gets to go home and enjoy the millions he'll STILL BE PAID on the 1st and the 15th while the rest of the team travels from city to city and hotel to hotel, go to practices, go to team meetings, and perform on the court to earn their checks.
Not bad work if you can get it. Not bad at all. :-\
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I was about to post that.
So basically Lamar gets to go home and enjoy the millions he'll STILL BE PAID on the 1st and the 15th while the rest of the team travels from city to city and hotel to hotel, go to practices, go to team meetings, and perform on the court to earn their checks.
Not bad work if you can get it. Not bad at all. :-\
I guess Cuban was thinking that he would rather pay Odom then have him go to another team...possibly in the Western Conference, and then have Odom be the reason that the Mavs lost
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Pop is such a smart coach. He made it clear that he doesn't care about rankings, he cares about health going into the playoffs. Sat Duncan, Parker, AND Ginobli tonight.
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NBA Power Rankings (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/04/09/nba-power-rankings-who-forgot-to-tell-spurs-they-are-old/related/)
(Spurs are #1)
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The Spurs is my team but rankings don't mean a thing in the NBA.
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I'm expecting the unexpected in the playoffs because of the following: the older teams will be able to recover because of the amount of time between games, because teams with quality depth will have the advantage, and because the regular season records won't automatically mean post-season success. BTJM
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I'm expecting the unexpected in the playoffs because of the following: the older teams will be able to recover because of the amount of time between games, because teams with quality depth will have the advantage, and because the regular season records won't automatically mean post-season success. BTJM
Same here and that is why the Spurs will be a DANGEROUS team in the playoffs (along with Boston and LA IF they can get it together).
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I'm really interested in seeing how the Bulls do in the playoffs. I want to see how the Grizzlies play in the po's too. The Grizzlies are going to be a nightmare matchup for more than a few teams in the west...FA'REAL!!!!
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I'm really interested in seeing how the Bulls do in the playoffs. I want to see how the Grizzlies play in the po's too. The Grizzlies are going to be a nightmare matchup for more than a few teams in the west...FA'REAL!!!!
UGH! I need Grizzlies to tank so we can see an LA/LA 1st rounder! Home court for both teams....LOL! That would be funny to see! Anyway, Grizzlies are dangerous!
Personally, as a Lakers fan (bootleg or not....LOL) I'm more scared of Memphis and San Antonio than OKC.
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Wow! The Celtics are looking like that 2010 team that, if it wasnt for the Perkins injury, probably would have beat the Lakers in the Finals....SMH!
Also, if Heat don't win it all will there be a major shakeup in the offseason? My gut says yes. Either one of the Big 3 will be moved or the coach will be fired.
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If the Heat and I mean "IF"...they find a way to lose in the Finals or earlier, something needs to change BIG TIME!!! Pat Riley may become the coach or they may divide the Big 3...which I seriously doubt.
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Wow! The Celtics are looking like that 2010 team that, if it wasnt for the Perkins injury, probably would have beat the Lakers in the Finals....SMH!
Also, if Heat don't win it all will there be a major shakeup in the offseason? My gut says yes. Either one of the Big 3 will be moved or the coach will be fired.
I think it depends upon when and how they get knocked out of the playoffs. If they lose in the first round, somebody's out. If they lose in the 2nd round, I still say someone (likely the coach) is gone. If they lose in the finals, then I think they'll just try to get that "missing piece", and the coach keeps his job.
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If the Heat and I mean "IF"...they find a way to lose in the Finals or earlier, something needs to change BIG TIME!!! Pat Riley may become the coach or they may divide the Big 3...which I seriously doubt.
I tend to think the coach will get fired and Pat Riley takes over, like he did in 06.
I think it depends upon when and how they get knocked out of the playoffs. If they lose in the first round, somebody's out. If they lose in the 2nd round, I still say someone (likely the coach) is gone. If they lose in the finals, then I think they'll just try to get that "missing piece", and the coach keeps his job.
I agree! However (and I understand that anything is possible in the playoffs) in regards to your last sentence there's NO EXCUSE why Miami should not win it all. They have the deepest team in the league. No missing pieces are needed (unless you think they need more length in the frontcourt).
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I tend to think the coach will get fired and Pat Riley takes over, like he did in 06.
I agree! However (and I understand that anything is possible in the playoffs) in regards to your last sentence there's NO EXCUSE why Miami should not win it all. They have the deepest team in the league. No missing pieces are needed (unless you think they need more length in the frontcourt).
I disagree with your assessment of their bench. They have depth at guard. That's about it. None of their centers can score. While I like Turiaf's energy, to me he's just a high energy bum- well, not quite a bum. But, he hasn't shown me a lot of skill. At times, Battier couldn't hit the side of a barn with a wrecking ball. I have no idea why Joel Anthony isn't getting more playing time. At one time, I thought he was the poster boy for Miami defense. But, that's what I mean by looking for that missing piece. As willing as Wade and James are to pass it down low, it would be nice to have a guy that can actually convert when the ball is thrown to him. I guess that's why they picked up Turiaf.
The Heat have plenty of excuses for not winning it all. For starters, they're not playing defense like they did last year. 2nd, their bench is not as deep to me as you think they are. Third: Chicago, OKC, Boston, LAL, and others all are good enough to keep them from winning it all.
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I disagree with your assessment of their bench. They have depth at guard. That's about it. None of their centers can score. While I like Turiaf's energy, to me he's just a high energy bum- well, not quite a bum. But, he hasn't shown me a lot of skill. At times, Battier couldn't hit the side of a barn with a wrecking ball. I have no idea why Joel Anthony isn't getting more playing time. At one time, I thought he was the poster boy for Miami defense. But, that's what I mean by looking for that missing piece. As willing as Wade and James are to pass it down low, it would be nice to have a guy that can actually convert when the ball is thrown to him. I guess that's why they picked up Turiaf.
The Heat have plenty of excuses for not winning it all. For starters, they're not playing defense like they did last year. 2nd, their bench is not as deep to me as you think they are. Third: Chicago, OKC, Boston, LAL, and others all are good enough to keep them from winning it all.
Hmmm....good points! Heat betta pray that Rose doesn't play during playoffs for Bulls because if he does.......my Lawd!
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I disagree with your assessment of their bench. They have depth at guard. That's about it. None of their centers can score. While I like Turiaf's energy, to me he's just a high energy bum- well, not quite a bum. But, he hasn't shown me a lot of skill. At times, Battier couldn't hit the side of a barn with a wrecking ball. I have no idea why Joel Anthony isn't getting more playing time. At one time, I thought he was the poster boy for Miami defense. But, that's what I mean by looking for that missing piece. As willing as Wade and James are to pass it down low, it would be nice to have a guy that can actually convert when the ball is thrown to him. I guess that's why they picked up Turiaf.
The Heat have plenty of excuses for not winning it all. For starters, they're not playing defense like they did last year. 2nd, their bench is not as deep to me as you think they are. Third: Chicago, OKC, Boston, LAL, and others all are good enough to keep them from winning it all.
This. I thought Chris Bosh would add to his perimeter game by going down in the post more but, I hate to agree with Skip Bayless, he's too soft to battle down in the post. Instead of dunking on smaller people, he lays the ball up and usually gets his shot blocked. He's big enough to dominate the paint but he chooses to be a jump shooter. They said Lebron would post up more but he sometimes becomes jump shot proned. When Lebron decides to drive more to the basket, no one can guard him.
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This. I thought Chris Bosh would add to his perimeter game by going down in the post more but, I hate to agree with Skip Bayless, he's too soft to battle down in the post. Instead of dunking on smaller people, he lays the ball up and usually gets his shot blocked. He's big enough to dominate the paint but he chooses to be a jump shooter. They said Lebron would post up more but he sometimes becomes jump shot proned. When Lebron decides to drive more to the basket, no one can guard him.
AND when Lebron drives more to the basket Miami becomes unstoppable! This is why I continue to believe that Lebron NOT DWade is the key to Miami winning the title!
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AND when Lebron drives more to the basket Miami becomes unstoppable! This is why I continue to believe that Lebron NOT DWade is the key to Miami winning the title!
didn't he do that in cleveland?
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The main problem with the Heat is the fact that LeBron and D-wade really don't fit together. They both played the same role for 7 years but now someone has to be Jordan and someone has to be Pippen. Having said that, if they ever get it together....watch out! They have trouble playing the half court game so they desperately need a solid low post threat.
In other news, Jeff Van Gundy said he thinks the Knicks would be better off with Amare coming off the bench. What say you?
I think they're going to lose in the first round anyhow, if they even make the po's. BTJM
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Regarding Bosh, he's really soft down low against guys heavier than he. I agree with what was said. Regarding James, like all great scorers that came before him, he now has to pick his spots when he decides to drive. He's not getting any younger. And though he's bigger and stronger than most people in the league, his body is still subject to wear and tear just like anyone else. When you drive, you go into a war zone. In the NBA, there is no such thing as easy points in the paint. NBA defenses turn into the N.O. Saints under Greg Williams when people come into the paint. So, I can understand why we don't see him driving the entire game.
Regarding the Knicks' lineup and rotation, I don't watch them enough to be able to get a feel of whether they're better with Amare' coming off of the bench.
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The main problem with the Heat is the fact that LeBron and D-wade really don't fit together. They both played the same role for 7 years but now someone has to be Jordan and someone has to be Pippen. Having said that, if they ever get it together....watch out! They have trouble playing the half court game so they desperately need a solid low post threat.
In other news, Jeff Van Gundy said he thinks the Knicks would be better off with Amare coming off the bench. What say you?
I think they're going to lose in the first round anyhow, if they even make the po's. BTJM
We can't compare Bron/Wade to Jordan/Pippen for the simple fact that Bron/Wade have the alpha male type attitude were Pippen, I believe, was content playing the 2 behind Jordan. Jordan averaged 700 more shots a season than Pippen...we will never see that in MIA.
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We can't compare Bron/Wade to Jordan/Pippen for the simple fact that Bron/Wade have the alpha male type attitude were Pippen, I believe, was content playing the 2 behind Jordan. Jordan averaged 700 more shots a season than Pippen...we will never see that in MIA.
Come on man...I wasn't comparing them. What I mean is the roles they play, but it's all good.
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If Knicks had everyone healthy I think they would be the most dangerous underdog out of the East.
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If Knicks had everyone healthy I think they would be the most dangerous underdog out of the East.
I agree. If we had Lin and Amar'e, with the way we've been playing D, we'd be the most dangerous team not named Bulls, Heat, Pacers or Celtics.
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I agree. If we had Lin and Amar'e, with the way we've been playing D, we'd be the most dangerous team not named Bulls, Heat, Pacers or Celtics.
Yes suh!
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Spurs playing Lakers tonight. :)
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Spurs playing Lakers tonight. :)
Without Kobe.....*sigh*
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Without Kobe.....*sigh*
Well, dang...that makes it a bit less interesting. Figures the almighty Kobe Bryant would get scared and sit out against the #1 team in the league, though. SMH...
Pop might end up sitting our big three again.
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Let's GO SPURS!!!!!
How bout them Grizzlies!!!
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Last time I checked, Lakers are beating Spurs....SHONDO!
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LAKERS WIN WITHOUT KOBE AGAINST TJ'S SPURS....SHONDO!! ;D
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I saw the ticker on ESPN say that Bynum dominated with 30 rebounds. It didn't say how many points he scored, though. Kobe not playing is the best thing that could have happened to the Lakers, IMO. Kobe made a telling statement after the game where he let Bynum take the game-winning shot (this was weeks ago). He said something to the tune of "...we're starting to trust him more.." I translated it at that time as Kobe saying HE's still hesitant to give the ball up at crunch time, to Bynum at least. For the Lakers to go far, they've got to trust Bynum as if he's a solid #2 option, or even #1 in many situations.
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I saw the ticker on ESPN say that Bynum dominated with 30 rebounds. It didn't say how many points he scored, though. Kobe not playing is the best thing that could have happened to the Lakers, IMO. Kobe made a telling statement after the game where he let Bynum take the game-winning shot (this was weeks ago). He said something to the tune of "...we're starting to trust him more.." I translated it at that time as Kobe saying HE's still hesitant to give the ball up at crunch time, to Bynum at least. For the Lakers to go far, they've got to trust Bynum as if he's a solid #2 option, or even #1 in many situations.
its going to be interesting because there had to be an actual reason as to why they didn't trust him to begin with ... and it just can't be kobe ... sure he carries a lot of weight but if you have a guy like bynum and your not using him there just may be a reason
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I saw the ticker on ESPN say that Bynum dominated with 30 rebounds. It didn't say how many points he scored, though. Kobe not playing is the best thing that could have happened to the Lakers, IMO. Kobe made a telling statement after the game where he let Bynum take the game-winning shot (this was weeks ago). He said something to the tune of "...we're starting to trust him more.." I translated it at that time as Kobe saying HE's still hesitant to give the ball up at crunch time, to Bynum at least. For the Lakers to go far, they've got to trust Bynum as if he's a solid #2 option, or even #1 in many situations.
Bynum had 16 points but yes! Amazing performance by Bynum! I'm telling you (and I agree with everything you said), if Lakers use their length to their advantage they will make a surprising run (I'm still concerned about their bench) in the playoffs. Wow! I'm impressed!
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its going to be interesting because there had to be an actual reason as to why they didn't trust him to begin with ... and it just can't be kobe ... sure he carries a lot of weight but if you have a guy like bynum and your not using him there just may be a reason
The reason is, was, and always has been Kobe. That's why I say his not playing is such a good thing. It gives others a chance to show HIM that he doesn't need to have the ball in his hand in EVERY late-game situation.
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The reason is, was, and always has been Kobe. That's why I say his not playing is such a good thing. It gives others a chance to show HIM that he doesn't need to have the ball in his hand in EVERY late-game situation.
i hope so ... :-\ we will see in the upcoming games
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Shoot I'm tired of the regular season, let's get to the playoffs baby!!! ;D
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Shoot I'm tired of the regular season, let's get to the playoffs baby!!! ;D
Is it just me or does it seem like the Heat are dreading the post season like there is some impending doom over the horizon?
I just don't see the hunger right now. They should have that hunger that Detroit had when they finally beat Boston in a series and that hunger Chicago had when they finally got past Detroit. I just don't see it.
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Is it just me or does it seem like the Heat are dreading the post season like there is some impending doom over the horizon?
I just don't see the hunger right now. They should have that hunger that Detroit had when they finally beat Boston in a series and that hunger Chicago had when they finally got past Detroit. I just don't see it.
They took the #1 team in the East to overtime. That's not hunger? Yeah, they lost. They've lost other games over the last couple of weeks. I don't see a big deal. The playoffs are a whole different animal than the regular season. If they've got the #2 slot all locked up, they might be inclined to prep themselves for the playoffs instead of going all out every single game for the last 7 games or so. I'm not saying that's what they're doing, but it certainly isn't outside of the realm of possibility.
I have a strong suspicion that they're going to turn up the heat (pun intended) come game one.
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Is it just me or does it seem like the Heat are dreading the post season like there is some impending doom over the horizon?
I just don't see the hunger right now. They should have that hunger that Detroit had when they finally beat Boston in a series and that hunger Chicago had when they finally got past Detroit. I just don't see it.
I think they're so focused on the playoffs that they really don't care too much about the regular season. Basically, Miami is only going to be judged by what they do in the playoffs so they're going to do just enough to get there. They also know that they can beat any team in the East with or without home court advantage, they proved that last year. Right now everyone is tired because of the compacted schedule but when the playoffs come, they'll be able to get re-energized.
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I think they're so focused on the playoffs that they really don't care too much about the regular season. Basically, Miami is only going to be judged by what they do in the playoffs so they're going to do just enough to get there. They also know that they can beat any team in the East with or without home court advantage, they proved that last year. Right now everyone is tired because of the compacted schedule but when the playoffs come, they'll be able to get re-energized.
Um... they've struggled against Chicago this year. It's a classic mistake to look past any opponent to the play offs, especially when you may meet them there.
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Um... they've struggled against Chicago this year. It's a classic mistake to look past any opponent to the play offs, especially when you may meet them there.
I agree 100%. I just hope that Rose gets healthy because they can't win without a healthy Rose. BTJM
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The playoffs and the Regular season are two different things. Expect the Heat to turn it up a notch.
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The playoffs and the Regular season are two different things. Expect the Heat to turn it up a notch.
I hope so ... i really would like to see lakers vs heat with lakers coming out on top
kobe retiring
then the heat dominating for 3 years
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I hope so ... i really would like to see lakers vs heat with lakers coming out on top
kobe retiring
then the heat dominating for 3 years
Got it all planned out, huh?
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I hope so ... i really would like to see lakers vs heat with lakers coming out on top
kobe retiring
then the heat dominating for 3 years
I want to see Lakers vs Heat too but Kobe ain't gonna retire no time soon.
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I agree 100%. I just hope that Rose gets healthy because they can't win without a healthy Rose. BTJM
I agree!
The playoffs and the Regular season are two different things. Expect the Heat to turn it up a notch.
And that's the reason why I'm not changing my Finals winner.....YET!
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The Heat are still the best team in the East, but the gap has closed...The way the Celtics have played lately I believe they might scare the Heat
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The Heat are still the best team in the East, but the gap has closed...The way the Celtics have played lately I believe they might scare the Heat
Yes sir!
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Got it all planned out, huh?
(http://www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies/games/images/dream.jpg)
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I know the Lakers bench is pretty much nonexistent but I'm telling you now, if Bynum keeps on beastin like he is......WATCH OUT!!!!!
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I know the Lakers bench is pretty much nonexistent but I'm telling you now, if Bynum keeps on beastin like he is......WATCH OUT!!!!!
Yes!
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Spurs vs Lakers on TNT tonight.
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Spurs vs Lakers on TNT tonight.
*Gives Teej the stare-down.*
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*Gives Teej the stare-down.*
Bring. It.
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Bring. It.
:D :D :D You're so cute when you're bein' tough. I do want your Spurs to get spanked tonight, though.
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A couple of things:
1. Yay for Lakers/Spurs matchup "on" tonight! #unnecessarilychurchy LOL!
2. I'm in the minority but I think Chris Paul should be a top 3 candidate for MVP. He is one of the main reasons if not THE main reason why Clippers are even relevant and why expectations have jumped off the roof for the Clippers (which is why the coach's hot seat got hot, which i don't think is fair). SN: I want to see so bad (probably won't happen due to seeding) a Lakers/Clippers first round matchup because both teams will have homecourt advantage....LOL!
3. I really don't care if Lebron wins the MVP or not (he most likely will). All I care about as it pertains to Lebron is championship #1! #thatisall
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Oh and one more thing:
Maybe LL can give more insight on this. I'm hearing a lot of people say they believe Sixers are tuning out Collins. Why? They've had a pretty good season. Aren't they like a 5 or 6 seed? Idk. It's kind of surprising to me.
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Oh and one more thing:
Maybe LL can give more insight on this. I'm hearing a lot of people say they believe Sixers are tuning out Collins. Why? They've had a pretty good season. Aren't they like a 5 or 6 seed? Idk. It's kind of surprising to me.
I don't know the exact reason, but I can speculate:
1. They're no longer a 4 seed. They're an 8th seed now.
2. They've been losing with regularity as of late. At the beginning of the season, they seemed pretty dominant. However, the tale of the tape showed that they were beating bad teams. When they played the better teams, they made a good showing, but lost.
3. They don't have a dominant go-to guy. As a result, they have a team full of role players with nobody having a real designated role. Take Iguodala, for instance. This dude should be averaging 20, 7 and 7 consistently. However, in this system, he delegates an awful lot. Granted, he's not the world's best shooter, but he can pretty much score at will when given the green light.
4. Because they don't have a designated go-to, their half-court offense is really lame. I cringe when I watch them and someone has to take a bailout jumper at the tail end of the 24 second shot.
Bottom line is, when you start losing consistently (as have the Sixers of late), fingers start getting pointed. In this cast, the coach is the easiest scapegoat. So, it's not inconceivable that the players are starting to tune him out. If that's actually the case, I'm sad to see it because he brought the team-first approach back to the NBA, and I applaud it. He showed that it could work. He just hasn't been effective (yet) in taking it to the next level.
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Makes sense...
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Makes sense...
Does this beating my Spurs are giving your Lakers make sense? ;D
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WOO-WEE!! Them boys put the HURTING on those yellow bunnies. So proud of my team. They played EXCELLENT tonight. 2012 champions, Ladies and Gentlemen. God bless the French!
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WOO-WEE!! Them boys put the HURTING on those yellow bunnies. So proud of my team. They played EXCELLENT tonight. 2012 champions, Ladies and Gentlemen. God bless the French!
I hope Kobe is playing this Friday!!!
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I hope Kobe is playing this Friday!!!
He'll probably chicken out again. He doesn't want any part of that beating he witnessed tonight.
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Carmelo has been playing like a man possessed.
35pts, 12rebs, 10asts in the victory of the Celtics last night.
J.R. Smith 25pts off the bench (7 of 10 from 3pt range). Steve Novak 25pts off the bench (8 of 10 from 3pt range).
The Knicks are dangerous.
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Carmelo has been playing like a man possessed.
35pts, 12rebs, 10asts in the victory of the Celtics last night.
J.R. Smith 25pts off the bench (7 of 10 from 3pt range). Steve Novak 25pts off the bench (8 of 10 from 3pt range).
The Knicks are dangerous.
I, for one, am happy to see it. It'll give me an underdog to root for since the Sixers are playing their way out of playoff contention.
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I, for one, am happy to see it. It'll give me an underdog to root for since the Sixers are playing their way out of playoff contention.
You may not be rooting long.
We'll be the 7th or 8th seed in the East, meaning we'll either be playing a rock or a hard place.
Still, it'll be one of the best 1st round series this year.
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You may not be rooting long.
We'll be the 7th or 8th seed in the East, meaning we'll either be playing a rock or a hard place.
Still, it'll be one of the best 1st round series this year.
At least you guys will be playing. :(
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Does this beating my Spurs are giving your Lakers make sense? ;D
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WOO-WEE!! Them boys put the HURTING on those yellow bunnies. So proud of my team. They played EXCELLENT tonight. 2012 champions, Ladies and Gentlemen. God bless the French!
Could be right but hopefully you're wrong...LOL!!
I still believe that if Amare comes back healthy for the Knicks a 1st round upset is very probable (they would face either Miami or Chicago). To some degree I'm more inclined to believe Knicks could upset Bulls than Heat but Knicks are a very dangerous team! Now imagine the whole team healthy....whew! Skip Bayless had them going to the Conference Finals. Idk about all that but.....
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Could be right but hopefully you're wrong...LOL!!
I still believe that if Amare comes back healthy for the Knicks a 1st round upset is very probable possible (they would face either Miami or Chicago). To some degree I'm more inclined to believe Knicks could upset Bulls than Heat but Knicks are a very dangerous team! Now imagine the whole team healthy....whew! Skip Bayless had them going to the Conference Finals. Idk about all that but.....
I think a Bulls upset is possible because Derrick Rose is really banged up. If Rose was 100%....
The only way that'll happen is if the Knicks drop to 8th place and the 76ers overtake them.
At least you guys will be playing. :(
The Knicks (14.0 games back) remaining games:
Nets
Cavs
Hawks
Clippers
Bobcats
The 76ers (15.0 games back) remaining games:
Cavs
Pacers
Nets
Bucks
Pistons
The Bucks (16.5 games back) remaining games:
Wizards
Pacers
Nets
Raptors
76ers
Celtics
I don't think the Bucks are good enough to make up 1.5 games unless the 76ers mail it in.
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Btw, I meant the "rolling eyes" face....LOL!
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My best friend is going to see Lakers vs. Warriors tonight for her nephew's bday. So wish I had took off work and gone. Well, if Kobe's even playing...
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My best friend is going to see Lakers vs. Warriors tonight for her nephew's bday. So wish I had took off work and gone. Well, if Kobe's even playing...
Good thing it's tonight and wasn't last night. No one should bear witness to the type of beating my Spurs put on yall last night on their birthday. ;D :D
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My best friend is going to see Lakers vs. Warriors tonight for her nephew's bday. So wish I had took off work and gone. Well, if Kobe's even playing...
Really? :-\
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Good thing it's tonight and wasn't last night. No one should bear witness to the type of beating my Spurs put on yall last night on their birthday. ;D :D
*stare-down*
That's all you're getting from me today. Really? :-\
Yes, really. LOL!
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Yes, really. LOL!
smh :D
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The Spurs-Laker trilogy concludes tonight. It's 1-1. Bean Bryant is back.
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The Spurs-Laker trilogy concludes tonight. It's 1-1. Bean Bryant is back.
May the best team (and we know who that is already) win!
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May the best team (and we know who that is already) win!
Yes, we do. GO SPURS GO!
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Yes, we do. GO SPURS GO!
SMH!
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Lakers' defense looks awful so far...SMH!
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#nocomment SMH!!
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#nocomment SMH!!
Don't worry...I have plenty of comments for everybody.
My Spurs DISMANTLED those yellow bunnies tonight. GOODNESS, I just fell in love with the black and white all over again.
And just FYI....the Spurs, this week, have handed the Lakers their two worst losses this season. BAM!!!!!
GO SPURS GO!!!!!!
(http://blog.vh1.com/files/2008/06/med_ny_ilny2dance.gif)
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Don't worry...I have plenty of comments for everybody.
My Spurs DISMANTLED those yellow bunnies tonight. GOODNESS, I just fell in love with the black and white all over again.
And just FYI....the Spurs, this week, have handed the Lakers their two worst losses this season. BAM!!!!!
GO SPURS GO!!!!!!
([url]http://blog.vh1.com/files/2008/06/med_ny_ilny2dance.gif[/url])
I'll be sure to use that picture when Spurs get knocked out the 1st or 2nd round of the playoffs....LOL!!
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I was actually cheering for the Lakers tonight. That win over OKC pretty much solidified our (Spurs) spot as the #1 seed. 'Preciate ya, Kobe!
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What in the world was Ron Artest doing? I know his name is World Peace but he morphed back to his old self yesterday.....FA'REAL!!!! He's definitely going to get suspended for this.
Metta World Peace FLAGRANT FOUL on James Harden! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=so3TR0bcx9k#)
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ouch!!!
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Maybe he needs to change his name to "Peace on the court". That move did nothing to help improve his image.
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The irony of seeing someone with 'WORLD PEACE' on the back of his jersey slam someone in the head with an elbow...
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World Peace with the vicious elbow!!! ?/?
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Yeah, I'm a bit baffled with that one myself. Viewing the replay, at first it looked like he was just in He-Man celebration mode. But, that elbow looked intentional.
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Can't wait for playoffs to start so I can make my predictions!
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Can't wait for playoffs to start so I can change my predictions!
Fixed that for you. :D
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Fixed that for you. :D
Nice.
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Can't wait for playoffs to start so I can make my predictions!
Can't wait for playoffs to start so I can change my predictions!
Fixed that for you. :D
It's funny because it's true. :D
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Fixed that for you. :D
Fixed that for you. :D
It's funny because it's true. :D
Both of y'all go to the corner! I'm making my predictions and sticking with them............maybe....LOL!
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The Knicks will definitely be either the 7th or 8th seed, meaning they'll face either the Bulls or the Heat.
An entertaining series either way.
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For some reason, I think they'll match up better against the Bulls, as LeBron can neutralize Carmelo if necessary.
What's Chandler's status? If he's available in either series, his presence will open things up for Melo and Amare'.
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For some reason, I think they'll match up better against the Bulls, as LeBron can neutralize Carmelo if necessary.
What's Chandler's status? If he's available in either series, his presence will open things up for Melo and Amare'.
He isn't injured. They just decided to rest him.
I would prefer we play the Bulls as well. Rose isn't himself so the first round is the best time to get them.
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I think Chandler's return would actually be bad for the Knicks because Melo seems to play better at the 4. :-\
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I think Chandler's return would actually be bad for the Knicks because Melo seems to play better at the 4. :-\
NO. WAY.
Maybe you could argue that Amar'e returning set them back a bit, but Chandler is one of the most valuable players on the team. He's the reason why the Knicks are an excellent defensive team.
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I think I see where she's coming from. It's not so much his (Chandler) return that's the problem. It's the rotation. Frankly, I don't think it matters whether Melo plays the 3 or 4. If he's able to get to his sweet spot on offense, he's potent. On defense, he's strong enough to handle most 4's and agile enough to keep up with most 3's. So, keep him on the floor at the 4 when Amare's resting, and keep Amare' at the 4 otherwise. Amare is only going to play about 28 mpg anyway, so adjust the rotation so that not all of those 28 minutes is spent with he and Melo on the floor together. I know it's not always that simple to execute, but it makes sense to me.
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Knicks have better chance to upset Bulls than Heat. Even though Bulls are probably the 3rd favorite to win it all (Heat #1, OKC #2) something about Bulls (can't put my finger on it) seems iffy.
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Knicks have better chance to upset Bulls than Heat. Even though Bulls are probably the 3rd favorite to win it all (Heat #1, OKC #2) something about Bulls (can't put my finger on it) seems iffy.
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Derrick Rose's health, perhaps?
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I think I see where she's coming from. It's not so much his (Chandler) return that's the problem. It's the rotation. Frankly, I don't think it matters whether Melo plays the 3 or 4. If he's able to get to his sweet spot on offense, he's potent. On defense, he's strong enough to handle most 4's and agile enough to keep up with most 3's. So, keep him on the floor at the 4 when Amare's resting, and keep Amare' at the 4 otherwise. Amare is only going to play about 28 mpg anyway, so adjust the rotation so that not all of those 28 minutes is spent with he and Melo on the floor together. I know it's not always that simple to execute, but it makes sense to me.
I knew what she meant. That's why I said Amar'e coming back may have set them back. Even so, Tyson Chandler absolutely makes the Knicks a better team. They NEED him more than every player not named Carmelo Anthony. His impact on defense is ridiculous.
I say let Amar'e come of the bench. That's in an ideal world where egos don't come into play though. :-\
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Derrick Rose's health, perhaps?
That along with getting Rose back in the thick of things. To me, that may be the Bulls' downfall.
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Can Stephen A. Smith possibly be right about this (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/04/23/report-dwight-howard-will-ask-for-trade-this-summer/)?
Unreal.
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My opinion is that he'll ask for a trade if Van Gundy isn't fired. If they do fire him, I hope they bring in a coach who knows how to use a big man, like Rudy T or someone of that ilk.
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My opinion is that he'll ask for a trade if Van Gundy isn't fired. If they do fire him, I hope they bring in a coach who knows how to use a big man, like Rudy T or someone of that ilk.
Do the Magic fire their head coach to appease a player who just had back surgery and may well leave after next season?
Interesting storyline over there.
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NBA Power Rankings (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/04/23/nba-power-rankings-spurs-close-out-season-riding-high/) according to NBC Sports:
1. Spurs (47-16, last week ranked number 3). If they are the top seed in the West they could get through to the finals without having to play Memphis or the Lakers — two big challenges because of their front line size. Manu Ginobili is the key for this team.
2. Heat (46-18, LW 4). They need to get the big three healthy, but to me that’s not the real heart of the matter. If they get good production from their role players — Mike Miller, Udonis Haslem, Mario Chalmers, Shane Battier — they will get a ring. But if, like last year and large parts of the second half of this season, it is the big three against the world they will fall short again.
3. Bulls (48-16, LW 1). They need to get Derrick Rose back and fully integrated, fortunately getting the struggling Sixers in the first round gives them more time to do just that.
4. Thunder (46-18, LW 2). They need to get James Harden back, but Sunday’s loss to the Lakers was the latest in a string of losses to playoff teams. They need to get right during the first round because the Lakers will not be an easy out in the second.
5. Pacers (41-23, LW 6). Everyone is sleeping on the Pacers, but with George Hill at the point they are a very good team. They win the playoff lottery and get Orlando in the first round, but watch how hard they push the Heat in the second round.
6. Celtics (37-27, LW 5). They have put a lot of confidence in their veteran core — they are resting key guys rather than going after home court. On one hand it makes sense, do you think Kevin Garnett cares where they game is? But Boston is 22-9 at home this season and 15-18 on the road, and they have not been a great road team in recent playoffs. Doc Rivers has taken a risk.
7. Grizzlies (39-25, LW 9). The Spurs and the Thunder are the two best teams in the West this season, but are the Grizzlies the third best entering the playoffs? Maybe. They are going to be a tough out for anyone they face. It looks like Grizzlies/Clippers in the first round and that is going to be the best first round series in either conference.
8. Lakers (41-24, LW 7). Maybe the hardest team to predict entering the playoffs — when focused on defense and running the offense inside out through Andrew Bynum and Pau Gasol they can beat anybody. But they are just as likely to get away from what works for them, play hero ball and lose to anyone. Can Matt Barnes fill in well enough for Metta World Peace?
9. Clippers (40-24 LW 8). The Clippers have talked a lot recently about standing their ground and defending Blake Griffin. They are very likely getting Memphis in the first round. They better be ready because that is going to be a black-and-blue series.
10. Hawks (38-26, LW 10). No Al Horford for the playoffs. With him I thought they had a real chance to beat the Celtics in the first round, but without him that is a hard slog.
11. Knicks (34-30, LW 12). The Knicks play defense and have developed into a pretty good team that can defend and put points on the board. The problem is they did it so late in the season they get the Heat in the first round. Ticket prices for this series will be through the roof, but the Heat talent will overwhelm.
12. Nuggets (35-28, LW 13). JaVale McGee in the playoffs. This should be fun.
13. Mavericks (36-29, LW 11). They still have Dirk Nowitzki, they have been playing their best basketball of late, but nobody thinks they are a threat and may not even get out of the first round. Hey, didn’t people think that last year, too.
14. Jazz (34-30, LW 17). Huge game Tuesday night against the Suns. If the Jazz get into the playoffs, Tyron Corbin and Paul Millsap deserve huge kudos.
15. 76ers (33-30, LW 15). Do you think they could win even a game against the Bulls or Heat in the first round the way they are playing right now?
16. Suns (33-31, LW 16). Much like the Jazz, just being in the playoff conversation is a win for this team. Steve Nash deserves all the credit he gets, but don’t overlook Marcin Gortat’s contribution.
17. Magic (36-28, LW 18). They are 3-7 without Dwight Howard. They will be 0-4 against the Pacers in the first round.
18. Rockets (33-31, LW 14). For the third straight year they will have a better than .500 record and miss the playoffs. That stings.
19. Bucks (30-33, LW 19). They actually have a slim chance to still make the playoffs, but when you need things like the Nets to win you are hoping against hope.
20. Pistons (24-40, LW 21). Greg Monroe had a good season but he clearly was worn down in the end. There are some pieces to build on here.
21. Blazers (28-36, LW 20). Losers of five straight. They have LaMarcus Aldridge, what they need is a team president and GM to set a direction for the franchise and for the owner to stay out of the new hire’s way.
22. Raptors (22-42, LW 22). They get Jonas Valanciunas next season plus whoever they get in this draft. With DeMar DeRozan there is something to build on. Especially if Andrea Bargnani can stay healthy.
23. Timberwolves (26-39, LW 23). Of all the teams in the bottom 10, with Kevin Love, Ricky Rubio and Rick Adelman at the helm, none has a brighter future.
24. Hornets (20-44, LW 25). New stable ownership, now we can see what Dell Demps and Monty Williams can really do.
25. Nets (22-42, LW 24). No team may have a wilder offseason. They could enter Brooklyn with a complete rebuilding project, or they could enter with Dwight Howard and Deron Williams. I kind of think the former is more likely.
26. Cavaliers (21-42, LW 28). Kyrie Irving comes back and the Cavs get a win, no coincidence there. They have their point guard of the future, just four other positions to fill out now.
27. Wizards (17-46, LW 29). A three game win streak… don’t start printing playoff tickets, but when Nene is in the lineup this team plays pretty good defense and can compete a little. Lots of work to do to change the culture, but they made some good first steps.
28. Warriors (23-41, LW 26). If you want to talk about outright tanking… then they go and win a game on Sunday night. They are all about the ankles of Andrew Bogut and Stephen Curry being right next season.
29. Kings (21-43, LW 27). DeMarcus Cousins is key to the future of this team. Is Tyreke Evans anymore?
30. Bobcats (7-55, LW 30). Worst. Team. Ever. (That could be official by Thursday if they don’t win any more games.)
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#churchy
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#churchy
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#shonuff :D
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NBA Power Rankings ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/04/23/nba-power-rankings-spurs-close-out-season-riding-high/[/url]) according to NBC Sports:
1. Spurs (47-16, last week ranked number 3). If they are the top seed in the West they could get through to the finals without having to play Memphis or the Lakers — two big challenges because of their front line size. Manu Ginobili is the key for this team.
I think Tony Parker is a bigger factor than Ginobli. The team kind of molded around Parker during Ginobli's absence. But he's right...Memphis is the only team in the West that scares me, simply because they stack up so well against us. The only other two threats are Lakers (who we've obviously proven we can handle) and OKC. We've beaten OKC, but that team is unpredictable. At times they're on fire, other times they're ice cold.
The Spurs will be your Western Conference champions at the very least. I'm seeing full NBA champions on the horizon, however.
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PLEASE stay extra cocky about the Lakers. That's the ticket.
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PLEASE stay extra cocky about the Lakers. That's the ticket.
We've handed yall the TWO worst losses of this season. These just facts...
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We've handed yall the TWO worst losses of this season. These just facts...
It's ok bro... it's not ova...
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Maybe somebody can explain something to me:
Is Stan Van Gundy a good coach? Some say that Howard has a right to want Van Gundy fired because Van Gundy is not that good of a coach and is too tempered and runs a tight ship. To me Van Gundy seems like a pretty good coach with an old school style of not putting up with junk. Idk though.
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The power rankings look about right. I do agree that if Spurs face Lakers or Grizzlies on trip to the Finals those teams will be their biggest challenge due to size. Besides that I give Spurs a good shot @ at least making the Finals.
Does anyone give the Knicks a chance at all to make Finals? I don't but I think they're good enough to make Conference Finals, ESPECIALLY if they face Bulls in 1st round, however it's looking like they will face Heat in 1st round and I don't like that matchup.
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Charlotte Bobcats lose again and are now 7-57....SMH!
Btw, on a scale of 1-10 (and we know that when the playoffs come ANYTHING can happen but just for curiousity sake), what chance to give of the following teams winning the title?
LA Clippers
Indiana Pacers
Atlanta Hawks
I give Clippers a 5, Pacers a 6 and Hawks a 3
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well the Wiz are on a 4 game winning streak. Upsets being served all around
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Congrats to the 76ers making the playoffs. Looks like they still have a chance at the 7th seed. LL, which team you think 76ers has better chance to upset...Chicago or Miami? Personally I think Chicago but I'd be shocked if 76ers made it past 1st round.
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And (even though it hasn't happened) congrats to the Spurs for locking up the #1 seed in the West. Right now my feeling is that Spurs will at least make it to the 2nd round. I don't see Suns, Nuggets, Utah or Mavs (well maybe Mavs) as legit teams to knock out Spurs in 1st round but anything is possible. I just can't see Spurs losing in 1st round.
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Congrats to the 76ers making the playoffs. Looks like they still have a chance at the 7th seed. LL, which team you think 76ers has better chance to upset...Chicago or Miami? Personally I think Chicago but I'd be shocked if 76ers made it past 1st round.
Believe it or not, I think the 76ers best chance to win is against the Heat, realizing of course, that chance is about .5%. :D . With or without Rose, the Bulls' defense is stifling, and the Sixers' half court offense is sorely lacking. That's not a good formula for victory at all.
Lately, the Heat has been giving Joel Anthony more minutes. I'm not sure if that's solely due to Bosh's absence. I hope not. I think Anthony is key to the Heat's chances of winning it all.
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Believe it or not, I think the 76ers best chance to win is against the Heat, realizing of course, that chance is about .5%. :D . With or without Rose, the Bulls' defense is stifling, and the Sixers' half court offense is sorely lacking. That's not a good formula for victory at all.
Lately, the Heat has been giving Joel Anthony more minutes. I'm not sure if that's solely due to Bosh's absence. I hope not. I think Anthony is key to the Heat's chances of winning it all.
VERY interesting point at the end bro! Half say DWade. I and the other half say Lebron and you're saying Anthony. Very interesting.
If your 76ers have to face Heat and win....my mouth will be opened wide for like 3 days...LOL! 1.5 days if they beat Chicago...LOL!
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VERY interesting point at the end bro! Half say DWade. I and the other half say Lebron and you're saying Anthony. Very interesting.
If your 76ers have to face Heat and win....my mouth will be opened wide for like 3 days...LOL! 1.5 days if they beat Chicago...LOL!
Everybody knows Wade is going to do his thing on both ends of the floor. LeBron is going to do his thing on both ends of the floor, guarding everybody and their mother. But, who else is going to step up on defense? If Anthony gets his minutes, I KNOW he'll step up. In my opinion, the Heat are an overall better team the more minutes he plays. They don't need 5 scorers on the floor. They've got the big three plus a kick-out option. So, Anthony can anchor the middle, getting offensive rebounds. When he's out, Haslem has to be in. He can hit the mid-range jumper and he's their best rebounder.
Ideally, I'd like to see a defensive lineup to start the game and build a lead, a la the Chicago Bulls under Phil Jackson. And then, mix in an offensive lineup to keep the lead.
Slight correction: The Sixers aren't "my" Sixers. They're my favorite team and have been all my life. But, I don't claim ownership.
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Everybody knows Wade is going to do his thing on both ends of the floor. LeBron is going to do his thing on both ends of the floor, guarding everybody and their mother. But, who else is going to step up on defense? If Anthony gets his minutes, I KNOW he'll step up. In my opinion, the Heat are an overall better team the more minutes he plays. They don't need 5 scorers on the floor. They've got the big three plus a kick-out option. So, Anthony can anchor the middle, getting offensive rebounds. When he's out, Haslem has to be in. He can hit the mid-range jumper and he's their best rebounder.
Ideally, I'd like to see a defensive lineup to start the game and build a lead, a la the Chicago Bulls under Phil Jackson. And then, mix in an offensive lineup to keep the lead.
Slight correction: The Sixers aren't "my" Sixers. They're my favorite team and have been all my life. But, I don't claim ownership.
Well, he used to. He's been missing that shot all season. And so has Bosh.
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@LL see I can't even say "my" Lakers because I'm a bootleg fan...LOL!!
Anyway, I keep forgetting about Memphis as a possible title team.
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@LL see I can't even say "my" Lakers because I'm a bootleg fan...LOL!!
Anyway, I keep forgetting about Memphis as a possible title team.
I don't think they have a shot at coming out of the West, let alone winning it all. They're a good team and they'll push somebody, but I don't think they beat the Spurs, Thunder, or Lakers (who match up quite well with their two 7-footers) in a series.
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“Biyombo told me, ‘This is my house,’ I told him, ‘You have 7 wins. It’s everybody’s house.’”
—Memphis’ Rudy Gay, regarding some words with Charlotte Bobcat Bismack Biyombo during the two team’s contest last Friday night (Memphis won).
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“Biyombo told me, ‘This is my house,’ I told him, ‘You have 7 wins. It’s everybody’s house.’”
—Memphis’ Rudy Gay, regarding some words with Charlotte Bobcat Bismack Biyombo during the two team’s contest last Friday night (Memphis won).
LOL! Classic!
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“Biyombo told me, ‘This is my house,’ I told him, ‘You have 7 wins. It’s everybody’s house.’”
—Memphis’ Rudy Gay, regarding some words with Charlotte Bobcat Bismack Biyombo during the two team’s contest last Friday night (Memphis won).
;D ;D ;D
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“Biyombo told me, ‘This is my house,’ I told him, ‘You have 7 wins. It’s everybody’s house.’”
—Memphis’ Rudy Gay, regarding some words with Charlotte Bobcat Bismack Biyombo during the two team’s contest last Friday night (Memphis won).
ROFLMBO!!! That team so bad that Michael Jordan went to a hockey playoff game in Chicago lastnight. Of course, the Blackhawks were eliminated lastnight but that's neither here nor there. ;D
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Metta World Peace aka Ron Artest has been suspended 7 games for hit to James Harden, which includes the last game of the regular season for Lakers and 6 playoff games. So Artest would come back for either a game 7 in 1st round or game 1 or 2 in 2nd round (if Lakers make it that far).
Thoughts?
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Metta World Peace aka Ron Artest has been suspended 7 games for hit to James Harden, which includes the last game of the regular season for Lakers and 6 playoff games. So Artest would come back for either a game 7 in 1st round or game 1 or 2 in 2nd round (if Lakers make it that far).
Thoughts?
meh
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Playoff update:
Heat lose to Celtics which equals Bulls having #1 seed in Eastern Conference.
Clippers lose to Hawks which equals Lakers having #3 seed facing either Dallas or Denver in 1st round (I'd be more scared to face Dallas than Denver because of 3 point threat). Clippers will most likely face Grizzlies in 1st round. It's not determined yet whether Clippers will have home-court.
Utah and Phoenix playing right now. If Utah wins they get #8 spot in West and Phoenix is out. If Phoenix wins the 8th seed is still open in West. Either way I don't see either team beat Spurs in 1st round.
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Playoff update:
Heat lose to Celtics which equals Bulls having #1 seed in Eastern Conference.
Clippers lose to Hawks which equals Lakers having #3 seed facing either Dallas or Denver in 1st round (I'd be more scared to face Dallas than Denver because of 3 point threat). Clippers will most likely face Grizzlies in 1st round. It's not determined yet whether Clippers will have home-court.
Utah and Phoenix playing right now. If Utah wins they get #8 spot in West and Phoenix is out. If Phoenix wins the 8th seed is still open in West. Either way I don't see either team beat Spurs in 1st round.
I would rather go against Utah than Phoenix. Nash could prove a threat to Parker.
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I would rather go against Utah than Phoenix. Nash could prove a threat to Parker.
Interesting.
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Metta World Peace aka Ron Artest has been suspended 7 games for hit to James Harden, which includes the last game of the regular season for Lakers and 6 playoff games. So Artest would come back for either a game 7 in 1st round or game 1 or 2 in 2nd round (if Lakers make it that far).
Thoughts?
He should change his name.
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Last night's Heat/Celtics battle of the scrubs was a laugher last night. It's amazing how much of a drop-off there is in quality of play between the starters and the bench.
I could have sworn I was watching a high school game with all of the turnovers and bricks and missed layups I saw. That's not to say that everyone on the floor was a scrub. A couple of reserves for the Celtics are really nice. I believe they could start elsewhere. But those other dudes??? They had me laughing.
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Do you guys think Kobe is going to pursue the scoring title at all costs? Durant is leading him by a little bit and Durant plays before Kobe in the last game of the regular season.
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He should change his name.
LOL! Agreed!
Last night's Heat/Celtics battle of the scrubs was a laugher last night. It's amazing how much of a drop-off there is in quality of play between the starters and the bench.
I could have sworn I was watching a high school game with all of the turnovers and bricks and missed layups I saw. That's not to say that everyone on the floor was a scrub. A couple of reserves for the Celtics are really nice. I believe they could start elsewhere. But those other dudes??? They had me laughing.
Exactly my thoughts!
Do you guys think Kobe is going to pursue the scoring title at all costs? Durant is leading him by a little bit and Durant plays before Kobe in the last game of the regular season.
I don't think he should if all he's really concerned about is ring #6.
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Do you guys think Kobe is going to pursue the scoring title at all costs? Durant is leading him by a little bit and Durant plays before Kobe in the last game of the regular season.
Need you even ask?
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Do you guys think Kobe is going to pursue the scoring title at all costs? Durant is leading him by a little bit and Durant plays before Kobe in the last game of the regular season.
I don't think he should if all he's really concerned about is ring #6.
Need you even ask?
This is gives a good indication of what Kobe needs to do:
The actual averages are 27.97 points for Durant to Bryant's 27.86 points.
But if Durant scores less than 30, Bryant will have to top Durant’s output by at least seven points. If Durant posts more than 30, Bryant must outscore Durant by at least six. The necessary differential would narrow more the more each player scores. The discrepancy is caused by Bryant playing seven fewer games. The scoring title is determined by scoring average.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1151266-kobe-bryant-must-steal-scoring-title-from-kevin-durant-to-boost-legacy (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1151266-kobe-bryant-must-steal-scoring-title-from-kevin-durant-to-boost-legacy)
If Durant doesn't play and Kobe only needs 7 pts, well, that's easy.
If Durant scores somewhere in the 20's and Kobe needs around 30...given the fact the Kobe has missed a few games because of his shin and the playoffs begin in only a few days, he SHOULD just rest up.
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Metta World Peace aka Ron Artest has been suspended 7 games for hit to James Harden, which includes the last game of the regular season for Lakers and 6 playoff games. So Artest would come back for either a game 7 in 1st round or game 1 or 2 in 2nd round (if Lakers make it that far).
Thoughts?
He should be thankful because I thought he deserved more games.
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He should be thankful because I thought he deserved more games.
Same here.
If Mr. Wold Peace had turned around, looked him in the eye and punched him in the mouth, I think he would've gotten more.
Instead he elbowed him in the head (which is more dangerous) giving him a concussion and gets 7 games.
Not only that, but this puts OKC's playoff hopes in jeopardy. Harden is the third best player on that team. He's a guy who is talented enough to start, and excel, but comes off the bench for balance. If he's still recovering from his concussion the Thunder are in trouble.
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Same here.
If Mr. Wold Peace had turned around, looked him in the eye and punched him in the mouth, I think he would've gotten more.
Instead he elbowed him in the head (which is more dangerous) giving him a concussion and gets 7 games.
Not only that, but this puts OKC's playoff hopes in jeopardy. Harden is the third best player on that team. He's a guy who is talented enough to start, and excel, but comes off the bench for balance. If he's still recovering from his concussion the Thunder are in trouble.
You ain't nevah lied!! Harden would not only be a starter on almost any other team but he could potentially be an all-star! That cat can str8 ball! I hope he continues to play aggressively when he returns, because you can't play scared. A lot of people are scared to death of getting hit again, especially after having had a previous concussion.
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Same here.
If Mr. Wold Peace had turned around, looked him in the eye and punched him in the mouth, I think he would've gotten more.
Instead he elbowed him in the head (which is more dangerous) giving him a concussion and gets 7 games.
Not only that, but this puts OKC's playoff hopes in jeopardy. Harden is the third best player on that team. He's a guy who is talented enough to start, and excel, but comes off the bench for balance. If he's still recovering from his concussion the Thunder are in trouble.
AGREED! This injury REALLY opens the West even though it was kind of open anyway. Thunder were prohibitive favorite. Not too sure now.
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I think it hurts both teams. Isn't there still a possibility that the Lakers could meet Dallas in the first round? That won't be an easy match-up. Remember, this is the same team that SWEPT yall last year...*chuckle*
But is Harden really going to be out that long? I thought he would be back in time for the playoffs?
The Spurs are taking the West anyway, so it really doesn't matter I guess.
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I think it hurts both teams. Isn't there still a possibility that the Lakers could meet Dallas in the first round? That won't be an easy match-up. Remember, this is the same team that SWEPT yall last year...*chuckle*
But is Harden really going to be out that long? I thought he would be back in time for the playoffs?
The Spurs are taking the West anyway, so it really doesn't matter I guess.
What condition will he be in? It takes a few weeks to fully recover from a mild concussion (I don't know how severe his was) and the playoffs begin on Saturday...less than a week after he took the elbow.
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I think it hurts both teams. Isn't there still a possibility that the Lakers could meet Dallas in the first round? That won't be an easy match-up. Remember, this is the same team that SWEPT yall last year...*chuckle*
But is Harden really going to be out that long? I thought he would be back in time for the playoffs?
The Spurs are taking the West anyway, so it really doesn't matter I guess.
I agree it hurts both teams, but.....
Metta World Peace: 39% FG, 7.7 ppg, 3.4 rpg, 2.2 apg
James Harden: 49% FG, 16.8 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 3.7 apg
Somebody is hurtin' more.
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I think it hurts both teams. Isn't there still a possibility that the Lakers could meet Dallas in the first round? That won't be an easy match-up. Remember, this is the same team that SWEPT yall last year...*chuckle*
But is Harden really going to be out that long? I thought he would be back in time for the playoffs?
The Spurs are taking the West anyway, so it really doesn't matter I guess.
1. You're right. It's still possible Lakers face Dallas (and honestly I don't like that matchup) but Lakers could take Dallas in 7 (not an official prediction yet) mainly because of size. If Dallas is hot on 3's, then we have a problem.
2. I agree it hurts both teams but to me, Harden is more valuable for Thunder than Artest aka war...I mean peace is for Lakers.
3. Spurs are probably the favorite but don't you dare take it for granted...LOL!!
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Watching the Clippers vs the Knicks. Anthony is impressing me.....with his DEFENSE! The boy is ballin' on both ends of the court. It's just the first quarter, but he may have a really good night, statistically.
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Magic beat Bobcats tonight to secure #6 spot in playoffs and will face Indiana in 1st round. Also Bobcats must win against Knicks tomorrow night (probably won't happen) to avoid being the worst team in the history of the NBA.
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Magic beat Bobcats tonight to secure #6 spot in playoffs and will face Indiana in 1st round. Also Bobcats must win against Knicks tomorrow night (probably won't happen) to avoid being the worst team in the history of the NBA.
That ship has already sailed. They are a disgrace.
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That ship has already sailed. They are a disgrace.
Agreed and ironically led by arguably the greatest player in the history of the NBA....SMH!
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Btw, read some tweets indicating that Spurs won't play Big 3 and the head coach isn't coaching tonight for "personal reasons."
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Btw, read some tweets indicating that Spurs won't play Big 3 and the head coach isn't coaching tonight for "personal reasons."
That's no surprise. Pop always rest the big three about 2-3 games before the playoffs. And we already have the #1 seed clinched, so there's no reason to play them.
Don't know what the personal reasons are for Pop not coaching, though.
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Unless Clippers come back against the Knicks looks like Clippers will start 1st round on the road against Memphis.
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Unless Clippers come back against the Knicks looks like Clippers will start 1st round on the road against Memphis.
I don't see the Clippers getting past Memphis. If that team was deep enough last year to take out my Spurs, surely they can take out the Clippers this year with an even deeper team.
I wouldn't be surprised to see Memphis vs San Antonio in the Western Conference finals.
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I don't see the Clippers getting past Memphis. If that team was deep enough last year to take out my Spurs, surely they can take out the Clippers this year with an even deeper team.
I wouldn't be surprised to see Memphis vs San Antonio in the Western Conference finals.
Agreed! I see Memphis as a dark horse title contender. Btw, Clippers are trying to come back against Knicks. This game has HUGE implications for Clips. They win and they have home court in 1st round. They lose and they face Memphis on the road. Either way, I think Memphis beats Clippers in 1st round.
For me, if defense still wins championships I think Clippers' defense is their biggest weakness.
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@TJ I bet those "personal reasons" includes sitting on the couch relaxing and watching the game from home....LOL!!
Anyway, Clippers lose and therefore will be #5 seed. #6 and #7 seed in West still up for grabs between Dallas and Denver (hoping Lakers play Denver in 1st round). Only things left to be settled is 7th and 8th seed in East and overall #1 seed for entire playoffs (Spurs 1/2 game behind Bulls).
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@TJ I bet those "personal reasons" includes sitting on the couch relaxing and watching the game from home....LOL!!
Well, he's the 3rd best coach in the history, so he deserves an off day every now and again. :D
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Well, he's the 3rd best coach in the history, so he deserves an off day every now and again. :D
LOL! Right!
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Our BENCH defeats Phoenix...without Pop. If I heard the analysts correctly, that makes 13 straight years with 50 plus wins, a record. SMH...I'm telling yall, this is our year.
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Well, he's the 3rd best coach in the history, so he deserves an off day every now and again. :D
That's debatable!!!
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Tim Legler said, he wouldn't be surprised if the Pacers sneak into the Conference Finals! What say you?
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That's debatable!!!
Actually, according to NBA.com, Pop is 4th...in terms of winning pct., and that's the only place one can find his name.
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Tim Legler said, he wouldn't be surprised if the Pacers sneak into the Conference Finals! What say you?
Hmmm. Nobody is mentioning them and that could be good for them.
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Let's play a game for the playoffs called, " I would be shocked if". I'll start...
I would be shocked if...The Heat don't win it all this year.
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Let's play a game for the playoffs called, " I would be shocked if". I'll start...
I would be shocked if...The Heat don't win it all this year.
THIS.....THIS....AND......THIS!!!!
#thatisall #thatsumsitupforme
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I would be shocked if....the Bulls get bounced before the Conference Finals.
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I'll be shocked if the Spurs get out the 1st round...Go Jazz!!!!
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I would be shocked if the Pacers win it all. I'd be equally shocked if World Peace averaged a double double in the playoffs- assuming the Lakers hang around long enough for his return.
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I'd be shocked if Atlanta swept every team they faced.
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I'll be shocked if the Spurs get out the 1st round...Go Jazz!!!!
This is the response from a man who KNOWS his team stands no chance of winning, so he wants to take everyone else down with him. Come on Cord, don't be like that.
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I'd be shocked if my Knicks beat the Heat in the first round.
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I'd be shocked if the Thunder gets bounced before the Conference Finals.
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I'd be shocked if the Lakers were somehow able to win it all.
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I'd be shocked if the Spurs didn't win it all.
I'd be shocked if Miami didn't make the finals.
I'd be shocked if the Lakers did ANYTHING of importance.
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I'd be shocked if the Lakers were somehow able to win it all.
This.
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I'd be shocked if the Lakers were somehow able to win it all.
As one of the most objective Lakers' fans, I agree with this.
I'd be shocked with Clippers win the title. Basically I'd be shocked if anyone outside of Heat, Bulls, or Thunder win the title...LOL!
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I'd be shocked with Clippers win the title. Basically I'd be shocked if anyone outside of Heat, Bulls, or Thunder win the title...LOL!
Well, prepare to be shocked.
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Well, prepare to be shocked.
Sorry I forgot to add Spurs. Spurs are legit. ::)
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NBA notes:
1. Scoring update: Knicks lead Bobcats 46-44 at halftime. Bobcats trying to avoid being the worst team in NBA history.
2. Kobe Bryant is not playing tonight so scoring title will go to Durant. Thoughts?
3. The way it looks Denver will be 6th seed and Dallas 7th seed in the West while Knicks will be 7th seed and 76ers 8th seed in the East.
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Knicks leading Bobcats 76-63 heading into the 4th quarter. Barring a comeback, history is about to be made!
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And the playoffs are set! I will come back with my overall NBA Champions prediction (most of y'all already know it anyway...LOL) and 1st round predictions in a few.
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At 7-59 the 2011-2012 Charlotte Bobcats are the worst team in NBA history...SMH! #thatisall
Playoff predictions for 1st round coming up after these messages and a word from our sponsor....LOL!!!
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At 7-59 the 2011-2012 Charlotte Bobcats are the worst team in NBA history...SMH! #thatisall
Playoff predictions for 1st round coming up after these messages and a word from our sponsor....LOL!!!
Let the Spurs hate begin. ::)
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Here we go! It's time for the NBA Playoffs!
The 1st round matchups will be:
West:
San Antonio Spurs vs Utah Jazz
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks
Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets
Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Clippers
East:
Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers
Miami Heat vs New York Knicks
Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic
Atlanta Hawks vs Boston Celtics
I'm predicting the Miami Heat to be the team to win the title HOWEVER they are vulnerable!
So here are my first round predictions:
Spurs vs Jazz: Spurs in 6
OKC vs Dallas: OKC in 7
Lakers vs Nuggets: Lakers in 6
Memphis vs Clippers: Memphis in 6
Bulls vs 76ers: Bulls in 5
Heat vs Knicks: Heat in 7
Indiana vs Orlando: Indiana in 6
Hawks vs Celtics: Celtics in 7
What y'all think about my predictions?
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There's going to be an upset in the West, either between Lakers-Nuggets or OKC-Dallas. I feel it.
I wouldn't be too surprised if the Knicks somehow knocked out Miami.
I don't think the Bulls can win without Rose, and I don't think Rose will be in top condition when he returns.
Therefore, it's going to be Miami/Boston vs Spurs in the Finals.
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There's going to be an upset in the West, either between Lakers-Nuggets or OKC-Dallas. I feel it.
I wouldn't be too surprised if the Knicks somehow knocked out Miami.
I don't think the Bulls can win without Rose, and I don't think Rose will be in top condition when he returns.
Therefore, it's going to be Miami/Boston vs Spurs in the Finals.
1. Charles Barkley thinks Nuggets will scare the heck out of Lakers. Y'all could have a point AND without Metta World War Peace...hmmm. Dallas is still dangerous and many think the Durant/Westbrook style of play may hurt Thunder. Hmmm.
2. Me neither. Knicks are VERY dangerous!
3. Agreed. With Rose Bulls can make the Finals. Without Bulls I think they lose in 2nd round.
4. Honestly, it wouldn't surprise me if we see Boston in Finals. If they face YOUR Spurs, Spurs win it all. If Miami faces Spurs that series is a toss-up probably going to 7 games.
I'm telling y'all, Boston is going to give it all they've got. This is it for that Big 3 era!
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Mark my words, the Hawks will beat the Celtics in 6.
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Mark my words, the Hawks will beat the Celtics in 6.
Isn't one of the Hawks' main players injured? I think Hortford. If he wasn't injured I'd definitely take Hawks over Celtics but Celtics are gonna give the Hawks a hard time.
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Isn't one of the Hawks' main players injured? I think Hortford. If he wasn't injured I'd definitely take Hawks over Celtics but Celtics are gonna give the Hawks a hard time.
Yeah but they've been without him most of the year. The Celtics starters will do ok but their bench is so thin. As long as Joe and Josh play right, I don't think the Celtics have enough depth to handle this young athletic team. I could always be wrong. I hope I am.
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The Jazz will beat the Spurs in 5
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Yeah but they've been without him most of the year. The Celtics starters will do ok but their bench is so thin. As long as Joe and Josh play right, I don't think the Celtics have enough depth to handle this young athletic team. I could always be wrong. I hope I am.
The Celts' back court is pretty deep. But you're right, the front court is lacking.
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Yeah but they've been without him most of the year. The Celtics starters will do ok but their bench is so thin. As long as Joe and Josh play right, I don't think the Celtics have enough depth to handle this young athletic team. I could always be wrong. I hope I am.
Agree with you about the bench for Celtics. Could be their downfall.
The Jazz will beat the Spurs in 5
Wow! That would be more shocking than Memphis beating Spurs last year...SMH!
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Agree with you about the bench for Celtics. Could be their downfall.
Wow! That would be more shocking than Memphis beating Spurs last year...SMH!
I'm just messing with TJ...it'll take them at least 6 games to knock off them bums
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I'm just messing with TJ...it'll take them at least 6 games to knock off them bums
LOL! I hear ya!
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I hope we see some good series and not jokes like the Orlando vs Pacers series. :-\
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I'm gonna save my trash talk. You KNOW the Jazz ain't beating the Spurs...but there's a GOOD chance Denver can knock out the Lakers. And when they do, you won't be hearing the end of it, buddy.
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I'm gonna save my trash talk. You KNOW the Jazz ain't beating the Spurs...but there's a GOOD chance Denver can knock out the Lakers. And when they do, you won't be hearing the end of it, buddy.
Ugh!!
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I'm gonna save my trash talk. You KNOW the Jazz ain't beating the Spurs...but there's a GOOD chance Denver can knock out the Lakers. And when they do, you won't be hearing the end of it, buddy.
That's true.
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That's true.
No, it's not. :D And I'm a Utah native and not even a Jazz fan, but if they pull off this upset, I'm going to buy a Jersey and everything, lol.
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No, it's not. :D And I'm a Utah native and not even a Jazz fan, but if they pull off this upset, I'm going to buy a Jersey and everything, lol.
I said that because Kobe nem hate Mike Brown and they may get beat on purpose just to get him fired. :D ;D :D :D ;D :D ;D
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Denver can beat Los Angeles. Charles Barkley even predicted that they would. And let's remember that Ron Artest is going to be out for most, if not the entire series. He's a key factor.
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I said that because Kobe nem hate Mike Brown and they may get beat on purpose just to get him fired. :D ;D :D :D ;D :D ;D
That better not happen...SMH!
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/basketball/nba/04/27/2012.playoff.experts.picks/index.html?eref=sihp&sct=hp_t12_a13 (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/basketball/nba/04/27/2012.playoff.experts.picks/index.html?eref=sihp&sct=hp_t12_a13)
The link has some playoff predictions by analysts.
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Introducing the Brooklyn Nets!!!
http://thebiglead.com/index.php/2012/04/27/the-brooklyn-nets-logo-and-apparel-has-been-unveiled-and-its-outstanding/ (http://thebiglead.com/index.php/2012/04/27/the-brooklyn-nets-logo-and-apparel-has-been-unveiled-and-its-outstanding/)
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I hate to beat a dead horse, but Spurs winning the title scares me...SMH! If they win it I will be speechless! This is suppose to be the Miami Heat's title and all of a sudden it feels like 1999...SMH!
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Why is it 'supposed' to be the Heat?
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Why is it 'supposed' to be the Heat?
In my opinion they are the most complete team in the NBA and when you have 2 of the top 5 players in the NBA on the same team there is no excuse for them not to win the title this season.
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In my opinion they are the most complete team in the NBA and when you have 2 of the top 5 players in the NBA on the same team there is no excuse for them not to win the title this season.
They have 2 out of the top 5, and 3 out of the top 15, but I don't think they have the most complete team. There are a couple of teams who have a better bench than the Heat, imo.
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They have 2 out of the top 5, and 3 out of the top 15, but I don't think they have the most complete team. There are a couple of teams who have a better bench than the Heat, imo.
I think that's a great point. The down side of having 3 superstars in your starting lineup is the fact that there's a huge drop-off in talent when they're on the bench. Having said that, the great thing about having 3 superstars in your starting lineup is the fact that when one needs to rest or is hurt, you still have the other two to take up the slack. LeBron has proven he can help the team win all by himself. I'm hearing talk he's a virtual lock for MVP. He deserves it, in my opinion.
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They have 2 out of the top 5, and 3 out of the top 15, but I don't think they have the most complete team. There are a couple of teams who have a better bench than the Heat, imo.
Top Benches in the Playoffs:
1)Spurs
1a)Heat
2) Bulls
Worst Benches in the Playoffs:
1) Lakers (just being honest) LOL
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WOW...D. Rose goes down AGAIN. This isn't good. I feel bad for him. You could see the disappointment all over his face.
If his injury is serious enough, it could change everything.
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WOW...D. Rose goes down AGAIN. This isn't good. I feel bad for him. You could see the disappointment all over his face.
If his injury is serious enough, it could change everything.
Yep...smh!
Carmelo looks terrible so far. If he doesn't step it up it's going to be a short series for Knicks.
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SMH @ Knicks and the referees.
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Rose has torn ACL AND MCL and is out for the remainder of the playoffs. That, to me also ends the Bulls' chance for a title.
Also, Knicks' rookie (can't think of name) suffered a knee injury.
What a start to these playoffs....SMH!
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Well, Miami just took a big sigh of relief. One down, one to go (Boston).
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Correction: not sure yet of the severity of Rose's injury. It was a premature report of torn ACL/MCL.
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Correction: not sure yet of the severity of Rose's injury. It was a premature report of torn ACL/MCL.
Rose has torn ACL and is out for the remainder of the playoffs.
Do the Bulls still have a chance to win the title?
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What an amazing MVP-like performance by LeBron! Carmelo didn't shoot well, but he played really hard. I give him much credit for his effort. He looked like a superstar with that kind of effort. It's contagious.
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Rose has torn ACL and is out for the remainder of the playoffs.
Do the Bulls still have a chance to win the title?
No! Shumpert is the dude from the Knicks that got hurt. I really believe it's an ACL too. :-\
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No! Shumpert is the dude from the Knicks that got hurt. I really believe it's an ACL too. :-\
From what I heard it is an ACL...SMH!
To me, the Rose injury and Shumpert injuiry make my argument that Miami has no excuses not to win the title (or at least make the Finals again) more legit (maybe Boston or Indiana says something different). Unless Knicks' shooting or defense gets hot and Miami just slouches around there's no way Knicks win this series now. Also with Bulls, there's no way they'll get past Miami without Rose unless you think Bulls are like the Detroit Pistons team that won title without a major superstar player.
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Miami had no excuses before the injuries...imo, but I hope they don't win it. My Lakers need to raise another banner...
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Miami had no excuses before the injuries...imo, but I hope they don't win it. My Lakers need to raise another banner...
Agreed and yes OUR (LOL) Lakers need to raise another banner! ;D
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Miami had no excuses before the injuries...imo, but I hope they don't win it. My Lakers need to raise another banner...
Better get to praying. That's your only hope.
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Indiana about to lose to Magic. I thought it was crazy for some to think Pacers would sweep Magic. Still think it'll go to 6.
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Looks like Indiana may have underestimated Magic.
Now it's time for Dallas/OKC. Just a few weeks ago OKC was seen as overwhelming favorite out of West. Now? Not as overwhelming.
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Looks like Indiana may have underestimated Magic.
Now it's time for Dallas/OKC. Just a few weeks ago OKC was seen as overwhelming favorite out of West. Now? Not as overwhelming.
By whom?
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By whom?
Many NBA Analysts (including yours truly....LOL).
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I watch SportCenter, NBA TV, TNT, ABC and any other basketball outlet. I read the Washington Post (sports section) and occasionally listen to sports radio. I've NEVER heard anyone consider OKC the overwhelming favorite. A front-runner? Yes. Most likely? Yes. Overwhelming? Only by the unofficial chief analyst of LGM.
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I watch SportCenter, NBA TV, TNT, ABC and any other basketball outlet. I read the Washington Post (sports section) and occasionally listen to sports radio. I've NEVER heard anyone consider OKC the overwhelming favorite. A front-runner? Yes. Most likely? Yes. Overwhelming? Only by the unofficial chief analyst of LGM.
LOL! That's me! ;D
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Jazz look decent.
To me, the only way you beat Spurs is by being sharp on the offensive end. Spurs' weakness is their defense.
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Tim Duncan still has it. I'm not really a Spurs fan, but it's hard not to give props to "the Big Fundamental".
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Tim Duncan still has it. I'm not really a Spurs fan, but it's hard not to give props to "the Big Fundamental".
This. One of my favorite NBA players.
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I didn't get to see the game, but I know we won though! Just the first of many for YOUR next NBA champions. GO SPURS GO!
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I didn't get to see the game, but I know we won though! Just the first of many for YOUR next NBA champions. GO SPURS GO!
*sigh* LOL
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1 down, 15 to go. Go Lakers!
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Bynum was in straight beast mode today.
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Btw, Ray Allen won't be playing in Celtics/Hawks game. Very huge for Hawks.
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Lakers are just too big for Denver. I wish they would've gotten Memphis.
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Bynum was in straight beast mode today.
If he plays D like that every night...we have a great chance to win it all.
Lakers are just too big for Denver. I wish they would've gotten Memphis.
I thought Utah would present some type of challenge for you guys, guess I was wrong, but Memphis will put you out again!
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Lakers are just too big for Denver. I wish they would've gotten Memphis.
*singing* GOD BLOCKED IT! HE WOULDN'T LET IT BE SO!
If he plays D like that every night...we have a great chance to win it all.
I thought Utah would present some type of challenge for you guys, guess I was wrong, but Memphis will put you out again!
Utah played pretty good. If they had made more of their FTs it may have been a little tighter. Spurs look great!
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And from the office of the LGM Chief NBA Analyst, here are my top 10 potential NBA Finals matchups with predictions:
1. Heat vs. OKC with Heat in 6
2. Bulls vs. OKC with OKC in 7
3. Heat vs. Lakers with Heat in 7 (really torn)
4. Bulls vs. Lakers with Lakers in 7
5. Heat vs. Spurs with Heat in 4 (sorry TJ....LOL)
6. Bulls vs Spurs with Bulls in 7
7. Magic vs Lakers with Lakers in 5
8. Heat vs. Dallas with Heat in 5
9. Heat vs. Grizzlies with Heat in 7
10. Celtics vs. Lakers with Lakers in 7
#thatisall
Hmmm. Probably can eliminate 2, 4 and 6. I think #5 looks most probable right now but it's early so we'll see.
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What happens if Rondo is suspended for game 2? Wow!
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What happens if Rondo is suspended for game 2? Wow!
The Celtics play without him, duh. LOL
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The Celtics play without him, duh. LOL
LOL! UGH!
ANYWAY, ::)
Either Memphis is THIS good or Clippers are THAT bad. Clippers' defense is going to be their achilles hill.
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LOL! UGH!
ANYWAY, ::)
Either Memphis is THIS good or Clippers are THAT bad. Clippers' defense is going to be their achilles hill.
It's neither, IMO. It's the beginning of the game. There are nerves. The Clippers haven't been in the playoffs in about 6 years. The crowd is hype. It ignites the home team. The Clippers will likely make a run at some point.
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It's neither, IMO. It's the beginning of the game. There are nerves. The Clippers haven't been in the playoffs in about 6 years. The crowd is hype. It ignites the home team. The Clippers will likely make a run at some point.
True.
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Memphis will beat the Clippers. I'm convinced of that.
I'll be honest...another Memphis-Spurs match-up scares me. We just don't match up well against them at all.
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Memphis will beat the Clippers. I'm convinced of that.
I'll be honest...another Memphis-Spurs match-up scares me. We just don't match up well against them at all.
Agree on both ends and was thinking about a Spurs/Memphis matchup. It may be premature to talk about this but I think a Spurs/Memphis matchup goes to 7 and is a toss up (even though right now I'd take Spurs because of their depth) HOWEVER if it boils down to defense Memphis takes the series.
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Forgot to say this in last post:
A Memphis/Lakers matchup scares me too. I still think Memphis is as legit to come out the West as Spurs, OKC and maybe Lakers are.
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What a push by the Clippers! The Grizzzlies are still up by one at this point, but what a comeback!
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WOW! Clippers deserved that win. Pure definition of NO QUIT. That was something special.
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What a push by the Clippers! The Grizzzlies are still up by one at this point, but what a comeback!
SMH!! Wow! Can't believe Grizzlies blew it. WOW!
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Wow!
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What happens if Rondo is suspended for game 2? Wow!
Rondo should get 2 games in my opinion. He's a repeat offender and the hammer must come down.
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Rondo should get 2 games in my opinion. He's a repeat offender and the hammer must come down.
Well, he got 1 game. I kind of agree that it probably should have been 2.
Knicks playing Heat pretty tight tonight but it's mainly because of Anthony. Everybody needs to step up for Knicks.
Magic leading Pacers by 2 right now with about 9:10 left in the game. That series is very interesting so far.
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Welp, if Amare has to miss Game 3 iti's officially over for the Knicks. What in the world was he thinking?
Also, we have our first head coaching casualty and folks it's a shocker. It is......
Paul Silas of Bobcats.....LOL! #notashockeratall
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Also, we have our first head coaching casualty and folks it's a shocker. It is......
Paul Silas of Bobcats.....LOL! #notashockeratall
I'd be jumping for joy if I were him.
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I'd be jumping for joy if I were him.
Yes suh!
OKC looking vulnerable...
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Welp, if Amare has to miss Game 3 iti's officially over for the Knicks. What in the world was he thinking?
Also, we have our first head coaching casualty and folks it's a shocker. It is......
Paul Silas of Bobcats.....LOL! #notashockeratall
What rock have you been hiding under for the last month or so? Amare's absence will not negatively affect the Knicks in this series. Shoot, it may even help them. But, for the record, this series was over when the brackets were announced.
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What rock have you been hiding under for the last month or so? Amare's absence will not negatively affect the Knicks in this series. Shoot, it may even help them. But, for the record, this series was over when the brackets were announced.
LOL! Right!
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What rock have you been hiding under for the last month or so? Amare's absence will not negatively affect the Knicks in this series. Shoot, it may even help them. But, for the record, this series was over when the brackets were announced.
:D :D :D :D
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The Knicks need to decide whether it's a good idea to keep Carmelo and Amare on the same team. I love both Amare and Melo but their games just don't compliment each other. *shrug*
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The Knicks need to decide whether it's a good idea to keep Carmelo and Amare on the same team. I love both Amare and Melo but their games just don't compliment each other. *shrug*
I agree; they need to trade Amare, but I don't think they would get much for him...I believe his best days are behind him
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The Knicks need to decide whether it's a good idea to keep Carmelo and Amare on the same team. I love both Amare and Melo but their games just don't compliment each other. *shrug*
Hmmm
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Man, I almost shed a tear when D. Rose walked out on the court before the game. Such a sad turn of events for a really humble guy.
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Man, I almost shed a tear when D. Rose walked out on the court before the game. Such a sad turn of events for a really humble guy.
True that and congrats on your coach getting coach of the year. Personally I would have voted for the Chicago head coach but Spurs have been incredible, beyond my expectations, this season!
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Oh, Pop did win coach of the year, didn't he? ;D 8)
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Oh, Pop did win coach of the year, didn't he? ;D 8)
Uh yeah...LOL!
Btw, the 76ers are giving the Bulls a fit! If 76ers win tonight, this series is ON folks!
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My Lakers are up 2-0...that is all!!!
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Spurs time, baby!!
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Do y'all see this BEATING my Spurs are giving Utah. The champs are HERE!!!! It's inevitable.
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Dang, the Spurs beating them boys like they stole something.
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Do y'all see this BEATING my Spurs are giving Utah. The champs are HERE!!!! It's inevitable.
Dang, the Spurs beating them boys like they stole something.
When you score 114 without any player scoring 20pts, you know you have balance. Wow.
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When you score 114 without any player scoring in double digits, you know you have balance. Wow.
Okay you made me look. They have balance but not that kind of balance. ;D ;D ;D ;D
A roster of 12 would have had to score 9.33 each.
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Do y'all see this BEATING my Spurs are giving Utah. The champs are HERE!!!! It's inevitable.
::)
LOL!
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Okay you made me look. They have balance but not that kind of balance. ;D ;D ;D ;D
A roster of 12 would have had to score 9.33 each.
Wow. I don't know HOW I goofed like that I meant to say "without any player scoring 20 points".
Even when I first read your post I was like "what is he talking about?"...then I re-read my post. :D
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DId y'all see Pop trying to give away the COTY award after they gave it to him? That guy... :D
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DId y'all see Pop trying to give away the COTY award after they gave it to him? That guy... :D
LOL! I mean there were at least 3-4 viable COTY candidates..ha!
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LOL! I mean there were at least 3-4 viable COTY candidates..ha!
But did they win? NOPE. Long live Pop!
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A couple of things:
1. Knicks are done. #thatisall
2. We will have a new champion. #thatisall
Didn't see either game but from what I read Dallas played terrible and Knicks are just overmatched. Overall I still think Dallas should have tried to keep Chandler because he was one of the biggest reasons why they won it all last year.
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A couple of things:
1. Knicks are done. #thatisall
2. We will have a new champion. #thatisall
Didn't see either game but from what I read Dallas played terrible and Knicks are just overmatched. Overall I still think Dallas should have tried to keep Chandler because he was one of the biggest reasons why they won it all last year.
When they let him go, I was scratching my head.
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When they let him go, I was scratching my head.
Me too!
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I don't think the Mavs really cared about repeating. I think they gutted their team in order to prepare to make another run next year.
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I don't think the Mavs really cared about repeating. I think they gutted their team in order to prepare to make another run next year.
Yep!
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If that is the case, as a fan of the game, I don't like that phlosophy. I believe in trying to maintain viability at all times, which means planning for the future BEFORE you win the championship.
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If that is the case, as a fan of the game, I don't like that phlosophy. I believe in trying to maintain viability at all times, which means planning for the future BEFORE you win the championship.
Agreed!
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And Bulls have another injury to deal with: Noah with the ankle. It just feels like it's not meant to be this season for Bulls.
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Even if Bulls win this series against the 76ers (which is looking more and more questionable) there's no way they make it beyond the 2nd round (they'd face winner of Boston/Atlanta series).
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And Bulls have another injury to deal with: Noah with the ankle. It just feels like it's not meant to be this season for Bulls.
Talk about adding insult to injury...WoW!!!!! :o
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Talk about adding insult to injury...WoW!!!!! :o
Well, at least it adds injury to injury. :D
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Dallas about 90 seconds away from being swept in first round after winning title last year.
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I wanted to slap Mark Cuban for sitting there acting surprised when his team lost, he knows he didn't give that team a fighting chance this year. I don't understand why he assumes that they are going to get Deron Williams and/or Dwight Howard.
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I wanted to slap Mark Cuban for sitting there acting surprised when his team lost, he knows he didn't give that team a fighting chance this year. I don't understand why he assumes that they are going to get Deron Williams and/or Dwight Howard.
Egomaniacs believe whatever they touch will turn to gold no matter the configuration of said object, team, etc.
Just ask Al Davis, or George Steinbrenner...when you get to heaven. :-\ :D
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I wanted to slap Mark Cuban for sitting there acting surprised when his team lost, he knows he didn't give that team a fighting chance this year. I don't understand why he assumes that they are going to get Deron Williams and/or Dwight Howard.
This
Egomaniacs believe whatever they touch will turn to gold no matter the configuration of said object, team, etc.
Just ask Al Davis, or George Steinbrenner...when you get to heaven. :-\ :D
This too
Btw, if 76ers end up winning series against Bulls there's no way this is a major major upset in light of the injuries the Bulls have endured. No way at all.
Now it's been assuumed that we'll have a Heat/Celtics Conference Finals. Makes sense to me right now (even though Indiana still may have something to say about that). We'll see...
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Definitely gonna be a combo of either Indiana, Miami, or Boston in the Eastern finals. OKC vs San Antonio in the West.
The Knicks picked the PERFECT time to want to play competitive ball. ::)
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Knicks extend series to a Game 5. They will lose Game 5....LOL!
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Definitely gonna be a combo of either Indiana, Miami, or Boston in the Eastern finals. OKC vs San Antonio in the West.
The Knicks picked the PERFECT time to want to play competitive ball. ::)
It might be a LA WCFs
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It might be a LA WCFs
VERY possible! To be honest, I would absolutely love to see a LA/LA series!
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Am I missing something or has those low post moves been pretty much none existent by Lebron. He supposedly was tutored by Olajuwon over the summer. Yet it seems he has not unleashed it as of yet. This is what he should be using at the end of games and kick it out to the open man if double teamed.
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Well, the Spurs will be putting the final nail in Utah's coffin tonight. I hope the Clippers-Memphis series goes 7 just so whoever wins will be exhausted by the time they get to us.
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Well, the Spurs will be putting the final nail in Utah's coffin tonight. I hope the Clippers-Memphis series goes 7 just so whoever wins will be exhausted by the time they get to us.
SMH!!!!
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I just want to say that I'm already thinking about the LA/OKC series that will be in next round (assuming Lakers win series against Nuggets). This is not a final prediction but right now (from an objective standpoint only) I'm leaning toward OKC in 7 mainly because I have OKC going to the Finals, but idk. That's going to be a tough series and I'm hoping Lakers somehow win it but idk...
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Kind of early but congrats to Spurs annihilating the Jazz in 4 games. To me, for their best chance to make it to conference finals they better cheer for the Clippers. They can beat Clippers in 6 but it will be a 7 game series facing MEM. However (as good news to TJ) Grizz don't seem "as" scary so far. I could be wrong though...
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I'm kind of disappointed with Memphis. There's been so much talk of them being a possible dark horse to come out of the West and to me, they don't seem as dominant as they were last year. Does Gay AND Randolph being together actually hurt the chemistry of MEM? Idk but they just don't seem as dominant as they were last year. To me, this series should be very encouraging for Spurs because to me, this series not about how good Clippers are (and they are very good especially with Chris Paul) but how disappointing MEM is.
Btw, I actually think Chris Paul should be the MVP. There's no way Clippers are relevant without Chris Paul. No way! #justmyopinion
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I don't know what the deal with Memphis is. It seems like the addition of Gay should have made them better, but these Clippers are giving them hell. I think we're seeing two young teams showing how green they are. They are going to be in for a rude awakening when they match up against the veteran Spurs.
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I don't know what the deal with Memphis is. It seems like the addition of Gay should have made them better, but these Clippers are giving them hell. I think we're seeing two young teams showing how green they are. They are going to be in for a rude awakening when they match up against the veteran Spurs.
For now I agree with you.
Spurs vs OKC/LAL for trip to the Finals.
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For now I agree with you.
You gotta start being more decisive, Bennett. :D
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LOL!
Grizz/Clippers tied at 87 with 20 seconds left.
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Overtime in Los Angeles. I really want MEM to win so that we have a series that at least goes to 6.
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I don't know what the deal with Memphis is. It seems like the addition of Gay should have made them better, but these Clippers are giving them hell. I think we're seeing two young teams showing how green they are. They are going to be in for a rude awakening when they match up against the veteran Spurs.
I think they should have ran their offense through Randolph and Gasol like they did last year but Gay acts like he's the focus of the team. For Marc Gasol to be completely ignored like he's been in this series is a JOKE!!!! They're going to have to trade someone or redefine their roles.
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I think they should have ran their offense through Randolph and Gasol like they did last year but Gay acts like he's the focus of the team. For Marc Gasol to be completely ignored like he's been in this series is a JOKE!!!! They're going to have to trade someone or redefine their roles.
I think so too!
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Why does Joe Johnson gets paid like he's a superstar? Maybe I'm missing something....somebody splain this to me.
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Why does Joe Johnson gets paid like he's a superstar? Maybe I'm missing something....somebody splain this to me.
He was in the right place at the right time?!!! Who knows...lol
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And we'll finally see a Game 6 in this 1st round as Hawks barely beat Celtics.
Pacers finish off the Magic. The Magic's offseason will be very very interesting (Will Van Gundy remain coach? What will DHoward do?).
Bulls playing hard against 76ers.
Pacers will most likely (unless Knicks somehow come back and win series.....LOL) face Heat in 2nd round. Very interesting matchup!
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And we'll finally see a Game 6 in this 1st round as Hawks barely beat Celtics.
Pacers finish off the Magic. The Magic's offseason will be very very interesting (Will Van Gundy remain coach? What will DHoward do?).
Bulls playing hard against 76ers.
Pacers will most likely (unless Knicks somehow come back and win series.....LOL) face Heat in 2nd round. Very interesting matchup!
RFE....BARELY!
That had me on the edge of my seat. I love my Rondo but man! I was hoping Boston would take it. Horford did his thing though.
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RFE....BARELY!
That had me on the edge of my seat. I love my Rondo but man! I was hoping Boston would take it. Horford did his thing though.
Yes!
I think Lakers need to seal it tonight. I don't want to see a Game 6 in Denver which could lead to a Game 7 in LA. Btw, LA cannot start like this and expect to beat OKC in next round!
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LA is not going to beat OKC no matter how they start. And I wouldn't be surprised if Denver took this game.
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LA is not going to beat OKC no matter how they start. And I wouldn't be surprised if Denver took this game.
*sigh* LOL! :D
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I soooooo wanna see a Kobe vs Lebron Finals. That would be AWESOME!!!!
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I soooooo wanna see a Kobe vs Lebron Finals. That would be AWESOME!!!!
Next year I think it's highly possible. Hopefully Lakers will be better and Lebron and them will be defending champions (or maybe not if Spurs/OKC have something to say).
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Hopefully the Lakes screw up in every way possible.
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Hopefully the Lakes screw up in every way possible.
SMH!
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Don't get me wrong...I despise the Lakers but I wanna see if Kobe and Lebron end up fighting!! :P
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Don't get me wrong...I despise the Lakers but I wanna see if Kobe and Lebron end up fighting!! :P
You're gonna have to wait a while, sis. It ain't happening this year.
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You're gonna have to wait a while, sis. It ain't happening this year.
You're right bro!!!!
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I don't get to watch the Sixers often, but every game I've seen this season seems to have one element that troubles me: They don't have much of a half court offense. And, Iguodala is so inadequately utilized. He should not EVER settle for three point shots. He's so athletic that he should be driving more. He also should be touching the ball more.
Chris Paul is the TRUTH! I think it was Vonne who said he should win the MVP. I think his name should be mentioned in the voting, but I believe LeBron has it this year. I want the Clippers to beat the Grizzlies. I don't believe they'll get past the 2nd round, but a first round victory somewhat validates Paul's accomplishments this season.
I have mixed feelings regarding the Lakers. For starters, I've never liked them, nor have I ever liked Kobe. But, I DO like Mike Brown and hope he wins at least the first round series.
I'd like to see OKC win the west. No offense to San Antonio. I just would like to see new representation for a change.
Call 'em old. They're beat up. They're allegedly washed up. But the Boston Celtics somehow remain a dangerous team.
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Annnnnd the Lakers blow it. And y'all think THESE guys are going to the Finals? PWA!
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I don't get to watch the Sixers often, but every game I've seen this season seems to have one element that troubles me: They don't have much of a half court offense. And, Iguodala is so inadequately utilized. He should not EVER settle for three point shots. He's so athletic that he should be driving more. He also should be touching the ball more.
Chris Paul is the TRUTH! I think it was Vonne who said he should win the MVP. I think his name should be mentioned in the voting, but I believe LeBron has it this year. I want the Clippers to beat the Grizzlies. I don't believe they'll get past the 2nd round, but a first round victory somewhat validates Paul's accomplishments this season.
I have mixed feelings regarding the Lakers. For starters, I've never liked them, nor have I ever liked Kobe. But, I DO like Mike Brown and hope he wins at least the first round series.
I'd like to see OKC win the west. No offense to San Antonio. I just would like to see new representation for a change.
Call 'em old. They're beat up. They're allegedly washed up. But the Boston Celtics somehow remain a dangerous team.
Naw Vonne thinks CP3 should be mentioned as well, but Lebron is going to have to break that.....the regular season MVP can't win in the Finals curse. :D ;)
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Annnnnd the Lakers blow it. And y'all think THESE guys are going to the Finals? PWA!
Ummm.....
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http://chasing23.com/why-dont-nba-mvps-win-championships/ (http://chasing23.com/why-dont-nba-mvps-win-championships/)
Who's going to be the next to beat this trend?
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[url]http://chasing23.com/why-dont-nba-mvps-win-championships/[/url] ([url]http://chasing23.com/why-dont-nba-mvps-win-championships/[/url])
Who's going to be the next to beat this trend?
Lebron wins MVP and title this season.
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Lebron wins MVP and title this season.
Are you sticking with that this time?
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Are you sticking with that this time?
This.
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Are you sticking with that this time?
Yes sir! Been my prediction since day 1...LOL!
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Well, the Spurs and Thunder are through to Round 2 in the West
The Pacers are through in the East.
The Clippers are up 3-1 in their series so there's a good chance we'll see Spurs vs Clippers in the 2nd round. That....is a good....series.
It's a contrast of styles. The experienced, battle-tested Spurs takes on Lob City. All eyes will be on the point guard matchup. Chris Paul vs. Tony Parker will be a beautiful thing to watch. Blake Griffin vs. Tim Duncan is an awesome matchup as well.
I really don't see the Nuggets coming back from 2-3 to beat the Lakers so the other series in the West would be Lakers vs Thunder which has all kinds of star power...and we'll see Metta World Peace on the floor with James Harden again.
In the east there's pretty much no chance the Knicks come from being down 1-3 to beat the Heat so Heat vs Pacers looks probably. I don't see the Pacers winning that one. They're a good team but they don't have a legit star. No, Danny Granger, you do not qualify.
The Celtics are up 3-2 against the Hawks and will likely face the 76ers who are up 3-1 over the Walking Wou...I mean Chicago Bulls. The 2nd round for these two teams is really the 'who cares?' series. No matter who wins....Celtics, Hawks, 76ers, Rose-less Bulls....they're going to get steamrolled by the Heat anyway.
Lebron is too good all-around. Wade is too good all-around. Bosh is the 2nd-best 3rd option in the league. Mario Chalmers is underrated as a 3pt shooter and defender. Shane Battier is (STILL) a lockdown defender and a good 3pt shooter. Joel Anthony is an excellent defender and good rebounder. Udonis Haslem is a great rebounder. James Jones and Mike Miller can hurt you from deep. Norris Cole is an excellent defender. Rose' injury pretty much stamped the Heat's tickets to the Finals.
The Celtics and Pacers are the 2nd and 3rd best teams in the East and they just aren't good enough.
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Well, the Spurs and Thunder are through to Round 2 in the West
The Pacers are through in the East.
The Clippers are up 3-1 in their series so there's a good chance we'll see Spurs vs Clippers in the 2nd round. That....is a good....series.
It's a contrast of styles. The experienced, battle-tested Spurs takes on Lob City. All eyes will be on the point guard matchup. Chris Paul vs. Tony Parker will be a beautiful thing to watch. Blake Griffin vs. Tim Duncan is an awesome matchup as well.
I really don't see the Nuggets coming back from 2-3 to beat the Lakers so the other series in the West would be Lakers vs Thunder which has all kinds of star power...and we'll see Metta World Peace on the floor with James Harden again.
In the east there's pretty much no chance the Knicks come from being down 1-3 to beat the Heat so Heat vs Pacers looks probably. I don't see the Pacers winning that one. They're a good team but they don't have a legit star. No, Danny Granger, you do not qualify.
The Celtics are up 3-2 against the Hawks and will likely face the 76ers who are up 3-1 over the Walking Wou...I mean Chicago Bulls. The 2nd round for these two teams is really the 'who cares?' series. No matter who wins....Celtics, Hawks, 76ers, Rose-less Bulls....they're going to get steamrolled by the Heat anyway.
Lebron is too good all-around. Wade is too good all-around. Bosh is the 2nd-best 3rd option in the league. Mario Chalmers is underrated as a 3pt shooter and defender. Shane Battier is (STILL) a lockdown defender and a good 3pt shooter. Joel Anthony is an excellent defender and good rebounder. Udonis Haslem is a great rebounder. James Jones and Mike Miller can hurt you from deep. Norris Cole is an excellent defender. Rose' injury pretty much stamped the Heat's tickets to the Finals.
The Celtics and Pacers are the 2nd and 3rd best teams in the East and they just aren't good enough.
Excellent post, but I have a couple of questions....If Bosh is the 2nd best 3rd option, then who is #1? Is Battier really a lockdown defender...Carmelo has been giving him the business?
I agree with everything else
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@Arkhams yes sir! The Rose injury basically set up the Heat for the Finals! #thatisall
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Excellent post, but I have a couple of questions....If Bosh is the 2nd best 3rd option, then who is #1? Is Battier really a lockdown defender...Carmelo has been giving him the business?
I agree with everything else
Probably James Harden.
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Excellent post, but I have a couple of questions....If Bosh is the 2nd best 3rd option, then who is #1? Is Battier really a lockdown defender...Carmelo has been giving him the business?
I agree with everything else
Probably James Harden.
Bingo. I love Bosh but he disappears too often. :-\
As for Battier there's nothing that can really be done about Melo'. Lebron got some too and he's most definitely an elite defender.
When it comes to pure scorers Durant and Melo are 1a & 1b IMO.
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Bingo. I love Bosh but he disappears too often. :-\
As for Battier there's nothing that can really be done about Melo'. Lebron got some too and he's most definitely an elite defender.
When it comes to pure scorers Durant and Melo are 1a & 1b IMO.
If we really look at 3rd options in the league...there are a couple who could be #1, but I would give the nod to Harden as well; however, I think #2 could be debatable
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If, for some odd reason, the Heat don't make it to the Finals, they'll officially be a fluke team. The NBA angels have practically paved the way for them this year.
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If we really look at 3rd options in the league...there are a couple who could be #1, but I would give the nod to Harden as well; however, I think #2 could be debatable
Who else would be in the conversation? Maybe Pau Gasol?
If, for some odd reason, the Heat don't make it to the Finals, they'll officially be a fluke team. The NBA angels have practically paved the way for them this year.
You've got that right. Bulls lose Rose, Knicks don't have Lin, Amare is banged up, Baron Davis is out for a year, and they get the Pacers in the next round. Not that the Pacers are a bad team, but they just don't have that legit star. They don't have that super talent who you can turn to in the 4th quarter (a la Carmelo).
The Heat MUST get to the Finals. At least.
Heat vs Spurs would be a great finals. Duncan, Ginobli, Parker, Lebron, Wade, Bosh? Epic.
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'Melo has really gained my respect. Dude is as clutch as they come, and he doesn't care who guards him.
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'Melo has really gained my respect. Dude is as clutch as they come, and he doesn't care who guards him.
I didn't really see it until late in the season. I think he had some issues with D'Antoni and his system.
But now?
Now he's looking like the guy the Knicks gutted their team for.
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Who else would be in the conversation? Maybe Pau Gasol?
Yeah, or his brother
'Melo has really gained my respect. Dude is as clutch as they come, and he doesn't care who guards him.
Yes he is
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If, for some odd reason, the Heat don't make it to the Finals, they'll officially be a fluke team. The NBA angels have practically paved the way for them this year.
Yes sir! *singing in Richard Smallwood choir voice* Angels watching over them angels watching over them!
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Yes sir! *singing in Richard Smallwood choir voice* Angels watching over them angels watching over them!
I said make it to the Finals...I didn't say win. We already know that blessing has the Spurs' name on it. HIYA!
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If, for some odd reason, the Heat don't make it to the Finals, they'll officially be a fluke team. The NBA angels have practically paved the way for them this year.
U ain't nevah lied!!
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I said make it to the Finals...I didn't say win. We already know that blessing has the Spurs' name on it. HIYA!
LOL! Whatever!
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I said make it to the Finals...I didn't say win. We already know that blessing has the Spurs' name on it. HIYA!
I hope you're right bro. Nothing would satisfy me more than to see the Mighty Heat fall flat on their faces.....FA'REAL! At the same time though, I'm a realist too...the Heat has more talent than any other team left (being sarcastic). Surely this SUPER TALENTED TEAM wouldn't lose to any of these teams left (still being sarcastic). :P
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Let me tell you, if the Clippers make it to the next round, Blake Griffin is going to have a problem with Tim Duncan.
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Man if the Grizzlies run their offense through Randolph and Gasol...they are hard to stop. Tonight is a great example of that, so far at least. :-\
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Not able to watch Grizz but based on what I'm hearing if Grizz keep playing like this I wonder if they could win 3 straight and win the series. It's lofty but possible...
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I'm glad Grizz won tonight! I surely want to see this series go to 7. To me if any team is capable of coming back from a 3-1 deficit this Grizz team is (as long as they play offense through Randolph and Gasol).
In other news, Heat advance to 2nd round to face Indiana. Will give my official prediction later this week but right now leaning towards picking Heat in 6. Can't see this as a seven game series (unless Heat just play pitiful). And yes Arkhams not only must the Heat make it to the Finals but they must win it all! #thatisall
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Elimination night. Bulls, Nuggets and Hawks on the brink.
Predictions:
Bulls extend series against 76ers and force a game 7.
Celtics take care of Hawks.
Lakers end series with Nuggets. To me, Lakers NEED to end it tonight! I think a Game 7 is too risky even on their homecourt. There's no reason Lakers should be going to 7 games against Nuggets. OKC/Spurs? Yes! Nuggets? No!
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Btw Skip Bayless had an interesting point about the Lakers. He thinks it's best for Lakers/Nuggets series to go to 7 with Lakers winning it and steal a home game against OKC. He thinks OKC having more time to rest is actually bad for them mentally.
I disagree with him but that's a very interesting point.
Btw, unless an emergency happens I'm going to do everything to see Grizzlies/Clippers tomorrow night. I really want this series to go to 7.
Also, at this point: the bigger threat to Heat....Boston or Indiana? I say a healthy Boston. Not sold on Indiana yet.
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My predictions- Lakers ain't getting out of this series unless they feed Bynum the dawg gone ball!!! I know he's a jerk but they can't win without him playing well along with Kobe and Pau.
The Bulls goin home
The Hawks goin home
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My predictions- Lakers ain't getting out of this series unless they feed Bynum the dawg gone ball!!! I know he's a jerk but they can't win without him playing well along with Kobe and Pau.
The Bulls goin home
The Hawks goin home
Agree with you about Lakers!
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(being sarcastic) Oh my goodness it appears that Kobe Bryant is a game time decision cause he belly hurting. He may have to miss the game. ::) ::) ::)
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Kobe will be there.
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Michael Jordan played with a stomach virus AND flu-like symptoms.
Just saying.
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Michael Jordan played with a stomach virus AND flu-like symptoms.
Just saying.
Kobe is playing...he will add to his legacy tonight
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That's why I rolled my eyes. Kobe will have to be dead to keep him off the court...FA'REAL!!
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Kobe is playing...he will add to his legacy tonight
Well, if he does play and yall lose, at least you'll have an excuse.
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Well, if he does play and yall lose, at least you'll have an excuse.
That's not nice....lol ;D :D :D ;D ;D
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Blake Griffin and Chris Paul are game time decisions for Clippers tomorrow. Huge huge huge!
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Blake Griffin and Chris Paul are game time decisions for Clippers tomorrow. Huge huge huge!
That's not huge bro...cause they gone play or die tryin! ;D
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That's not huge bro...cause they gone play or die tryin! ;D
True that!
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And the 76ers pull off the "upset" knocking off the #1 seed Chicago Bulls in 6.
Looking at a replay that last play could have been a foul called on Sixers. Oh well...
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Btw, the 76ers should be cheering for the Hawks. They have a better chance to beat the Hawks than Celtics. Anybody think 76ers can make it to Eastern Conference Finals? If they do you can definitely bank Heat going to the Finals....LOL!!
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The Sixers must have been reading this thread. Iguodala took over in the 2nd half and pulled it out for my favorite squad!
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Everybody was dogging Evans for saying Sixers could beat the Bulls...guess he was right after all. :D
They know they lucked out. They'll probably get swept the next round.
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Everybody was dogging Evans for saying Sixers could beat the Bulls...guess he was right after all. :D
They know they lucked out. They'll probably get swept the next round.
I highly doubt they'll get swept.
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Everybody was dogging Evans for saying Sixers could beat the Bulls...guess he was right after all. :D
They know they lucked out. They'll probably get swept the next round.
I highly doubt they'll get swept.
If they face Celtics they'll lose in 5 or 6. If they face Hawks that series could go to 7.
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Boston should wrap this series up tonight. I don't see the Sixers being too much of a problem for them.
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Boston should wrap this series up tonight. I don't see the Sixers being too much of a problem for them.
If I remember correctly, the Sixers won the regular season series against them. Granted, the Celtics are playing their best ball of the season currently.
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And the Celtics finish off the Hawks in 6 thanks to either horrible FT shooting and/or the coach not telling Hortford to miss the 2nd shot on purpose after missing the first one. Also thanks to Smith for shooting when he should have drove in. Also Celtics may have gotten away with a foul that may should have resulted in 2 shots (the one done when the ball was coming in).
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Lakers look terrible already...SMH!
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Come on Denver. Don't screw this up.
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Come on Denver. Don't screw this up.
Shhhh. Don't encourage them! LOL!
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Kobe needs to see if he can hold on to this so-called stomach virus. He's knocking down everything out there.
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We lucky/blessed to only be down in single digits. Our bigs have to step up!
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So much for Lakers being a potential championship team (behind Miami, OKC and Spurs)....SMH!
Lakers lack of depth will hurt in round 2 (if they make it that far).
#LGMAnalystspeaking
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Welp, game 7 of Lakers/Nuggets will take place Saturday at 10:30pm in LA. I know I'll be very sleepy in church the next morning.
It makes no sense that this series is going to 7.
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Every Spurs fan should be laying prostrate before the Lord because Lakers do not look like as big of a threat moving forward. Playing this way we will not beat OKC. I'm just saying. They might as well take out Kobe, focus on him getting well for game 7 and do the best they can.
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Every Spurs fan should be laying prostrate before the Lord because Lakers do not look like as big of a threat moving forward. Playing this way we will not beat OKC. I'm just saying. They might as well take out Kobe, focus on him getting well for game 7 and do the best they can.
Playing this way, yall may not even MAKE it to OKC. :D
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Playing this way, yall may not even MAKE it to OKC. :D
Right...SMH!
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This is so fun to watch. GO DENVER! :D
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This is so fun to watch. GO DENVER! :D
U ain't nevah lied!!!!!
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The Bulls really messed up in the last few seconds of their game. And Andre Iguodala was CLUTCH. I was on the edge of my seat!
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The Bulls really messed up in the last few seconds of their game. And Andre Iguodala was CLUTCH. I was on the edge of my seat!
He played like an All-Star this game. I was happy for him.
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ESPN just announced that Lebron has officially won his 3rd MVP!
http://espn.go.com/nba/truehoop/miamiheat/story/_/id/7920762/report-miami-heat-lebron-james-announced-nba-mvp-saturday (http://espn.go.com/nba/truehoop/miamiheat/story/_/id/7920762/report-miami-heat-lebron-james-announced-nba-mvp-saturday)
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Do you guys think it's time for the Lakers to split this team up, particularly if they don't win this series?
I believe they should and here's why, Kobe ain't gonna tolerate getting bounced in the first round. I thought Pau and Bynum were sleep walking at best last night. Bynum talked smack before game five but didn't back it up. How long can the Lakers continue to babysit this guy? What's wrong with Pau? Kobe stood up for him when they were talking about trading him and he hasn't responded.
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ESPN just announced that Lebron has officially won his 3rd MVP!
[url]http://espn.go.com/nba/truehoop/miamiheat/story/_/id/7920762/report-miami-heat-lebron-james-announced-nba-mvp-saturday[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/nba/truehoop/miamiheat/story/_/id/7920762/report-miami-heat-lebron-james-announced-nba-mvp-saturday[/url])
What a surprise! But all I care about is him winning the title this season. #thatisall
Do you guys think it's time for the Lakers to split this team up, particularly if they don't win this series?
I believe they should and here's why, Kobe ain't gonna tolerate getting bounced in the first round. I thought Pau and Bynum were sleep walking at best last night. Bynum talked smack before game five but didn't back it up. How long can the Lakers continue to babysit this guy? What's wrong with Pau? Kobe stood up for him when they were talking about trading him and he hasn't responded.
Very good question Vonne! I say no and here's why:
I think this current Lakers squad has at least 1-2 maybe 3 more championship runs in them. This team has a size advantage that only 1-3 other teams in this league have. I feel like the key to them winning a title with this current team is increasing their depth. Lakers have the worst bench in the NBA. Get the bench together and they're on their way to a title.
Personally I think the Lakers need to consider adding another star/superstar as Kobe slows down. Also I think Lakers should potentially trade Bynum. Too many maturity issues. Also too much clashing with Mike Brown (and btw, I think Brown is a good coach but I'm not sold he was the right guy for the Lakers. I think they should have got somebody like Adelman or someone with championship experience).
The bottom line for me is that this Lakers team has 1-2 more runs. Look at Boston. They (current Big 3 era) were suppose to be done in 2010 and were a Kendrick Perkins injury away from winning their 2nd title in 3 years.
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Let's go Grizz! I picked Grizz in 7!
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Let's go Grizz! I picked Grizz in 7!
Correction: I picked Grizz in 6. If they had handled Game 1 right they'd be finishing them up tonight...SMH!
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I couldn't care less what the Lakers do, honestly.
Congrats to LeBron! He deserved it.
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Clippers not hustling. That's a product of the coach. I don't advocate people losing their job but I feel like this version of the Cliippers need a veteran coach with championship experience. #justmyopinion
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I just read something saying that someone suggested that if Lakers lose game 7 tomorrow they should trade Gasol, trade Bynum and fire the coach. Uh that may be a little too much too quick....LOL!
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Bynum needs a good slap in the face. He has too much talent to succumb to that garbage attitude.
And I need Memphis to take this one. The longer and harder this series is, the easier the pickings will be for my Spurs.
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Bynum needs a good slap in the face. He has too much talent to succumb to that garbage attitude.
And I need Memphis to take this one. The longer and harder this series is, the easier the pickings will be for my Spurs.
Uh but the longer this series go (and I'm hoping for a Game 7) it could bring more rust for the Spurs....HAHA!
LOL!
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Uh but the longer this series go (and I'm hoping for a Game 7) it could bring more rust for the Spurs....HAHA!
LOL!
Unlike your Lakers, we don't get rusty. King Pop is too smart to allow such a thing to happen. And even if we were, it'd only take a good two quarters to dust it off. These guys will need a good 3-4 days of rest to recover from this grueling series.
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Unlike your Lakers, we don't get rusty. King Pop is too smart to allow such a thing to happen. And even if we were, it'd only take a good two quarters to dust it off. These guys will need a good 3-4 days of rest to recover from this grueling series.
LOL yeah yeah... :D
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I'm excited for this 4th quarter. Will Clippers make it to 2nd round or will MEM force a game 7? Randolph and Gasol must be big NOT Gay! #thatisall
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Randolph and Gasol must be big NOT Gay! #thatisall
Rephrase please. :D
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I'm excited for this 4th quarter. Will Clippers make it to 2nd round or will MEM force a game 7? Randolph and Gasol must be big NOT Rudy Gay! #thatisall
Rephrase please. :D
Done...LOL!
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And we're going to 7! Cheering for the Clippers from here on out. Memphis still scares me.
And wouldn't it be ironic if the Lakers were eliminated first round while the Clippers advanced? :D
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That last play of the game showed why I think Clippers need a veteran coach. They should have fouled (hopefully Randolph). Anyway, game 7 in Memphis Sunday afternoon! Wow!
I predict that as long as Grizz play through their bigs they will win Game 7.
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Eastern Conference Semifinals predictions:
Boston vs 76ers: Boston in 6
Heat vs Pacers: Heat in 6
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And we're going to 7! Cheering for the Clippers from here on out. Memphis still scares me.
And wouldn't it be ironic if the Lakers were eliminated first round while the Clippers advanced? :D
VERY ironic...SMH!
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There's been a lot of talk about whether Mike Brown would lose his job as coach of the Lakers if they lose tonight. To me, even though I wasn't an advocate of him taking over Lakers I think it would be crazy to fire him only after 1 season because:
1) hardly no training camp
2) this team is going through major changes on all fronts.
Now if the Miami Heat don't win it all that's an entirely different story. But Lakers are not even the overall favorite to win it all. They are probably the 4th or 5th favorite behind Heat, Spurs, OKC and Boston (would have had Chicago in the mix if it wasn't for injuries). I love Magic Johnson but I think his comments are a little off the wall.
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Ummm what the Celtics doing? SMH!
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It's almost time to the destruction of the Yellow Bunnies! GO DENVER!!! Let me go find some blue and yellow to wear.
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It's almost time to the destruction of the Yellow Bunnies! GO DENVER!!! Let me go find some blue and yellow to wear.
Noooo! Do you know what implications this game could have on this current Lakers' squad? The future of Bynum, Gasol and maybe Coach Brown is on the line with this game....SMH!
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Noooo! Do you know what implications this game could have on this current Lakers' squad? The future of Bynum, Gasol and maybe Coach Brown is on the line with this game....SMH!
Dontcare.com :D
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Dontcare.com :D
LOL! See how much I care when Spurs are in a Game 7 with OKC...HA! :D
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We are looking pretty good so far. Gasol looks great. Bynum playing well. We gotta step up our defense, especially on Lawson. Let's close the deal Lakers! We got a trip to Oklahoma City with our name on it!
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This ain't looking good at all. :(
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Hold the presses! We're back in it!
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12 minutes left! Will Lakers finish the deal or will the Nuggets pull off the stunner? OMG! Can't believe this series is coming to this point...SMH!
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OMG! What a game!
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31 seconds away from escaping the Nuggets! Whew! Wow!
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Yes! OKC here we come! Gotta give props to Denver! What a series and what a team! Wow! Didn't expect this series to go to 7. Now we got to find a way to steal game 1 or 2 in OKC. Wow! Good night folks!
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<--- Disappointed. Well, at least we know they won't make it out of the second round.
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<--- Disappointed. Well, at least we know they won't make it out of the second round.
...Or do you?
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<--- Disappointed. Well, at least we know they won't make it out of the second round.
...Or do you?
Boom!! :D
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...Or do you?
LOL
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...Or do you?
:D :D :D
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If GRIZZ lose this game it's because they don't deserve to win this series after giving away Game 1...smh!
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UPSET Alert: Indiana leading Miami 48-42 at halftime. Bosh is hurt. I think Lebron was scoreless in 2nd QTR. Oooo this should be good!
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Eastern Conference Semifinals predictions:
Boston vs 76ers: Boston in 6
Heat vs Pacers: Heat in 6
Western Conference Semifinals predictions:
OKC vs Lakers: OKC in 7
Spurs vs Clippers: Spurs in 5
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Well, we're through to the finals. Clippers? Pshhh...
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Clippers beat SA in 6
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Clippers beat SA in 6
Wow!
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Wow!
He's just a disgruntled Lakers fan...don't pay him any attention.
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UPSET Alert: Indiana leading Miami 48-42 at halftime. Bosh is hurt. I think Lebron was scoreless in 2nd QTR. Oooo this should be good!
::)
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Lebron went out there and showed everyone why he's the MVP.
32 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, and he absolutely ERASED Danny Granger from the game holding him to 7pts on 1-10 shooting. :-X
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SMH!
You agree with my semifinals predictions?
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SMH!
You agree with my semifinals predictions?
OKC & San Antonio? Yep.
OKC's best player (Durant) is better than the Lakers best player (Kobe) at this stage of their careers.
Everyone says the Lakers have trouble with quick PGs and...that makes Westbrook their worst nightmare. James Harden is better than every Laker bench player combined.
The Lakers have the twin towers but OKC has Serge Ibaka and Kendrick Perkins who are excellent defenders...and the Lakers big men are prone to bouts of invisibility.
I don't think OKC will need 7 games to beat the Lakers.
The Spurs are the better team in their series...but the Clippers have Chris Paul, who I think is the best PG in the NBA. I have immense respect for his game.
Spurs definitely win the series though.
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OKC & San Antonio? Yep.
OKC's best player (Durant) is better than the Lakers best player (Kobe) at this stage of their careers.
Everyone says the Lakers have trouble with quick PGs and...that makes Westbrook their worst nightmare. James Harden is better than every Laker bench player combined.
The Lakers have the twin towers but OKC has Serge Ibaka and Kendrick Perkins who are excellent defenders...and the Lakers big men are prone to bouts of invisibility.
I don't think OKC will need 7 games to beat the Lakers.
The Spurs are the better team in their series...but the Clippers have Chris Paul, who I think is the best PG in the NBA. I have immense respect for his game.
Spurs definitely win the series though.
Boston and Miami for eastern conference finals?
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Boston and Miami for eastern conference finals?
The 76ers are the weakest team still alive. The Pacers have no stars to get them needed buckets down the stretch.
Boston & Miami in the East.
OKC & San Antonio in the West.
No real surprises there. If not for Rose' injury the Bulls would be there, but given the circumstances Boston is the next best team.
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The 76ers are the weakest team still alive. The Pacers have no stars to get them needed buckets down the stretch.
Boston & Miami in the East.
OKC & San Antonio in the West.
No real surprises there. If not for Rose' injury the Bulls would be there, but given the circumstances Boston is the next best team.
Agreed but with Bosh out indefinitely I think that series could go 7. If Lebron wants that ring he better step up for real!
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Agreed but with Bosh out indefinitely I think that series could go 7. If Lebron wants that ring he better step up for real!
The Celtics are definitely underrated. If Rondo, Pierce, Garnett and Allen get it going the Heat will be in for a tough series.
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The Celtics are definitely underrated. If Rondo, Pierce, Garnett and Allen get it going the Heat will be in for a tough series.
Absolutely!
However, if Celtics make the Finals they are not winning it this year. Only way they even have a chance is against Lakers or Clippers (no way Clips make the Finals. Lakers? Slight chance).
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With the Bosh injury, and I can't believe I'm saying this, I think the Spurs move to being the favorite to win it all now....SMH! Again though, I think if Lebron is really hungry for the ring he must play lights out every game! #thatisall
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Absolutely!
However, if Celtics make the Finals they are not winning it this year. Only way they even have a chance is against Lakers or Clippers (no way Clips make the Finals. Lakers? Slight chance).
Worst. Fan. Ever. Please do not post anything if the Lakers win. I will seriously go all the way in on you, lol. You can't wait for the outcome to be a fan.
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OKC & San Antonio? Yep.
OKC's best player (Durant) is better than the Lakers best player (Kobe) at this stage of their careers.
Everyone says the Lakers have trouble with quick PGs and...that makes Westbrook their worst nightmare. James Harden is better than every Laker bench player combined.
The Lakers have the twin towers but OKC has Serge Ibaka and Kendrick Perkins who are excellent defenders...and the Lakers big men are prone to bouts of invisibility.
I don't think OKC will need 7 games to beat the Lakers.
The Spurs are the better team in their series...but the Clippers have Chris Paul, who I think is the best PG in the NBA. I have immense respect for his game.
Spurs definitely win the series though.
You sound more like LGM's NBA analyst than our self-appointed one. ;D
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Agreed but with Bosh out indefinitely I think that series could go 7. If Lebron wants that ring he better step up for real!
I don't think Bosh's absence will make that much of a difference. The combination of Turiaf, Anthony and Haslem will more than suffice on the defensive and rebounding ends. James, Wade and the sharpshooters have the offense on lock.
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Worst. Fan. Ever. Please do not post anything if the Lakers win. I will seriously go all the way in on you, lol. You can't wait for the outcome to be a fan.
PPWWWWAAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! :D :D
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You sound more like LGM's NBA analyst than our self-appointed one. ;D
;) ;) ;)
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Worst. Fan. Ever. Please do not post anything if the Lakers win. I will seriously go all the way in on you, lol. You can't wait for the outcome to be a fan.
Sounds like a realist to me. I actually thought he was being generous with "slight chance".
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Sounds like a realist to me. I actually thought he was being generous with "slight chance".
You better hope you're right, because if you're not... from now til Jesus comes, bro... for real... :D
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You better hope you're right, because if you're not... from now til Jesus comes, bro... for real... :D
I just pictured you writing "Burn Teej about Lakers" on a callendar and then writing a line from the following day through the end of the calendar. :D
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You better hope you're right, because if you're not... from now til Jesus comes, bro... for real... :D
:D Get 'em, Ness!! :D
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I just pictured you writing "Burn Teej about Lakers" on a callendar and then writing a line from the following day through the end of the calendar. :D
It's like you were in the room with me, LOL!
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I just pictured you writing "Burn Teej about Lakers" on a callendar and then writing a line from the following day through the end of the calendar. :D
Oh? But yea, that's how I read it, too. :D
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Worst. Fan. Ever. Please do not post anything if the Lakers win. I will seriously go all the way in on you, lol. You can't wait for the outcome to be a fan.
Ayyyeeee! I told yall I was a bootleg fan of the Lakers...LOL! :D
You sound more like LGM's NBA analyst than our self-appointed one. ;D
Get out of here....LOL!
:D
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Oh? But yea, that's how I read it, too. :D
FYI I was referring to Nessa writing on Guy Stewart Callendar. He was an English steam engineer and inventor who lived from February 1898 - October 1964.
I thought that was obvious. :-\
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FYI I was referring to Nessa writing on Guy Stewart Callendar. He was an English steam engineer and inventor who lived from February 1898 - October 1964.
I thought that was obvious. :-\
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Took you awhile to google that, eh? :D
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Good save, RJ! ... well... at least a good college try...
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Took you awhile to google that, eh? :D
It's my story and I'm sticking to it. :D
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You sound more like LGM's NBA analyst than our self-appointed one. ;D
I know that's right. I'm the Senior Basketball Analyst. :)
The Heat will be better off without, goldielocks, Chris Bosh. :D
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You better hope you're right, because if you're not... from now til Jesus comes, bro... for real... :D
#NotWorried
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The Lakers are in serious trouble. Kobe can't win by himself.
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The Lakers are in serious trouble. Kobe can't win by himself.
*sigh*
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I still can't help but to think about what this team could've been with the addition of CP3!
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Go Sixers!
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Repeat? ;D
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Repeat? ;D
Yes indeed!!! Mike Brown will be replaced next year too.
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Yes indeed!!! Mike Brown will be replaced next year too.
I don't see why he would be replaced. He did a lot under the circumstances- no training camp, shortened season, roster changes, very few practices, etc. I think firing him would be a mistake.
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Repeat? ;D
Nooooooooooo!!!!!!
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It must be GREAT to be a Lakers fan right about now, huh? :D
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Seriously, who in the world does this Ebanks kid thinks he is? R u kidding me?!?!
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The Lakers always try to get dirty when they're getting whooped. No class at all, SMH. And they'll be doing a lot of that, it seems, because their future looks bleak. Bean Bryant's days are numbered and Bynum has yet to prove himself to be a viable leader. Might be time for some of y'all to look into jumping on the Clippers' bandwagon.
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The Lakers always try to get dirty when they're getting whooped. No class at all, SMH. And they'll be doing a lot of that, it seems, because their future looks bleak. Bean Bryant's days are numbered and Bynum has yet to prove himself to be a viable leader. Might be time for some of y'all to look into jumping on the Clippers' bandwagon.
Amen bro!!!
I don't see why he would be replaced. He did a lot under the circumstances- no training camp, shortened season, roster changes, very few practices, etc. I think firing him would be a mistake.
Who usually gets the blame for the player's stupidity? This is the Lakers..they won't tolerate failure no matter what.
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The Lakers always try to get dirty when they're getting whooped. No class at all, SMH. And they'll be doing a lot of that, it seems, because their future looks bleak. Bean Bryant's days are numbered and Bynum has yet to prove himself to be a viable leader. Might be time for some of y'all to look into jumping on the Clippers' bandwagon.
SMH! No way! LA is still Laker land! However
Who usually gets the blame for the player's stupidity? This is the Lakers..they won't tolerate failure no matter what.
Agreed but to me this coach cannot be totally blamed for the Lakers' inconsisteny this season. Actually, I think his defensive plan has been amazing. Not a great offense coach but still.
But I just want to say this:
Giving honor to God, the head of my life. To the pastor, saints and friends. I just want to thank God that I was not able to experience seeing this massacre on tonight. The Lord abled me to hang with one of my friends tonight therefore I did not see this terrible massacre. Those who know the work and the words of prayer please pray for the Lakers that they grow strong in the Lord and basketball IQ.
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OKC absolutely pwned the Lakers last night.
The Lakers have Kobe, Pau, Bynum...then what? Metta World War? He's there for his defense and he got destroyed (though I don't think it's fair to expect anyone to lock down Durant). Sessions? Hill?
The Thunder have an excellent starting 5 in Westbrook, Sefolosha (locked Kobe down), Durant, Ibaka, and Perkins. Then they have James Harden coming off the bench scoring big and being a playmaker.
Then they have Collison and Mohammad coming off the bench, which is what they need. Toughness. They don't NEED more shooters. They just have to make sure two of their big three are on the floor and they'll have all the scoring they need. Then you have Perkins, Ibaka, Collison and Mohammad being big, tough defenders and rebounders. And Sefolosha playing great perimeter D.
You have to give it to OKC's management. As they mentioned in the game last night: Durant is 23, Westbrook is 23, Harden is 22, Ibaka is 22. What a talented young core.
People thought the Heat would be a dynasty but the Thunder? If they stay together, as good as they already are THIS young, this team could win a few titles.
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OKC absolutely pwned the Lakers last night.
The Lakers have Kobe, Pau, Bynum...then what? Metta World War? He's there for his defense and he got destroyed (though I don't think it's fair to expect anyone to lock down Durant). Sessions? Hill?
The Thunder have an excellent starting 5 in Westbrook, Sefolosha (locked Kobe down), Durant, Ibaka, and Perkins. Then they have James Harden coming off the bench scoring big and being a playmaker.
Then they have Collison and Mohammad coming off the bench, which is what they need. Toughness. They don't NEED more shooters. They just have to make sure two of their big three are on the floor and they'll have all the scoring they need. Then you have Perkins, Ibaka, Collison and Mohammad being big, tough defenders and rebounders. And Sefolosha playing great perimeter D.
You have to give it to OKC's management. As they mentioned in the game last night: Durant is 23, Westbrook is 23, Harden is 22, Ibaka is 22. What a talented young core.
People thought the Heat would be a dynasty but the Thunder? If they stay together, as good as they already are THIS young, this team could win a few titles.
Boy, did he!
Great job of scouting/drafting!
Maybe sooner than later, the way they're looking right now.
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If they stay together, as good as they already are THIS young, this team could win a few titles.
Maybe sooner than later, the way they're looking right now.
For real.
I doubt any team could've beaten OKC the way they were playing last night.
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OKC absolutely pwned the Lakers last night.
The Lakers have Kobe, Pau, Bynum...then what? Metta World War? He's there for his defense and he got destroyed (though I don't think it's fair to expect anyone to lock down Durant). Sessions? Hill?
The Thunder have an excellent starting 5 in Westbrook, Sefolosha (locked Kobe down), Durant, Ibaka, and Perkins. Then they have James Harden coming off the bench scoring big and being a playmaker.
Then they have Collison and Mohammad coming off the bench, which is what they need. Toughness. They don't NEED more shooters. They just have to make sure two of their big three are on the floor and they'll have all the scoring they need. Then you have Perkins, Ibaka, Collison and Mohammad being big, tough defenders and rebounders. And Sefolosha playing great perimeter D.
You have to give it to OKC's management. As they mentioned in the game last night: Durant is 23, Westbrook is 23, Harden is 22, Ibaka is 22. What a talented young core.
People thought the Heat would be a dynasty but the Thunder? If they stay together, as good as they already are THIS young, this team could win a few titles.
ROFLMBO!!!!! The sad thing about it is he basically has no trade value, so they're stuck with him.
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OKC absolutely pwned the Lakers last night.
The Lakers have Kobe, Pau, Bynum...then what? Metta World War? He's there for his defense and he got destroyed (though I don't think it's fair to expect anyone to lock down Durant). Sessions? Hill?
The Thunder have an excellent starting 5 in Westbrook, Sefolosha (locked Kobe down), Durant, Ibaka, and Perkins. Then they have James Harden coming off the bench scoring big and being a playmaker.
Then they have Collison and Mohammad coming off the bench, which is what they need. Toughness. They don't NEED more shooters. They just have to make sure two of their big three are on the floor and they'll have all the scoring they need. Then you have Perkins, Ibaka, Collison and Mohammad being big, tough defenders and rebounders. And Sefolosha playing great perimeter D.
You have to give it to OKC's management. As they mentioned in the game last night: Durant is 23, Westbrook is 23, Harden is 22, Ibaka is 22. What a talented young core.
People thought the Heat would be a dynasty but the Thunder? If they stay together, as good as they already are THIS young, this team could win a few titles.
*sigh* Everything you said is so true!
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ROFLMBO!!!!! The sad thing about it is he basically has no trade value, so they're stuck with him.
At least he doesn't have some ridiculously large contract.
Amar'e still has 3yrs and $65 Million (no, that isn't a typo) left on his contract.
He's going to make more than Durant, Lebron, or Wade over the next 3 years. He isn't going ANYWHERE.
SUCH a bad contract. He isn't going anywhere.
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I'm not trying to be a fanboy (really, I'm not), but did anyone see the interview they did with the Clippers last night? Those guys look DEPLETED. They looked and sounded like a team that is dog tired and ill-prepared to face their next challenge. My Spurs are going to have their way with these guys.
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At least he doesn't have some ridiculously large contract.
Amar'e still has 3yrs and $65 Million (no, that isn't a typo) left on his contract.
He's going to make more than Durant, Lebron, or Wade over the next 3 years. He isn't going ANYWHERE.
SUCH a bad contract. He isn't going anywhere.
You ain't nevah lied!!!! I wonder who his agent is. :o
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Quick question: Is there less pressure on Heat and Lebron to win it all now with the injury of Bosh?
My answer: no. I think there's more pressure now on Lebron to play MVP style and will the team to the championship.
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This is a duh post but Heat/Celtics not in Finals equals a champion coming out of the West. These playoffs are so unpredictable this season.
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Come on Indiana! Stay focused and tie this series!
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Quick question: Is there less pressure on Heat and Lebron to win it all now with the injury of Bosh?
My answer: no. I think there's more pressure now on Lebron to play MVP style and will the team to the championship.
I agree.
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Setting up LBJ for a MVP type of moment...
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And 95% of criticism will go on Lebron on ESPN tomorrow. #thatisall
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To me, I think Lebron deferred too much on the last possession.
#random I wonder sometimes if Lebron put so much pressure on himself or if all this pressure has came from expectations. Like I said before, he'll get 95% of criticism for this game tomorrow on ESPN.
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I hope da Spurs lose as well
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I hope da Spurs lose as well
See, you can only HOPE we lose. I EXPECT y'all to lose. You know...like y'all did last night?
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See, you can only HOPE we lose. I EXPECT y'all to lose. You know...like y'all did last night?
*clears throat* This is hard to say...Your boys look pretty good out there
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*clears throat* This is hard to say...Your boys look pretty good out there
Good? Them boys look GREAT! GO SPURS GO!
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To me, I think Lebron deferred too much on the last possession.
#random I wonder sometimes if Lebron put so much pressure on himself or if all this pressure has came from expectations. Like I said before, he'll get 95% of criticism for this game tomorrow on ESPN.
They missed so many free throws.....it's embarrassing!!! It's one thing to miss a jump shot or two but FREE THROWS!?!?!?!
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To me, I think Lebron deferred too much on the last possession.
#random I wonder sometimes if Lebron put so much pressure on himself or if all this pressure has came from expectations. Like I said before, he'll get 95% of criticism for this game tomorrow on ESPN.
*deep sigh*
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*deep sigh*
Sorry! I know I know! :D
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You can't coach mental toughness. It looked like Lebron couldn't get that ball out of his hands fast enough on that last possession. He passed to the right, got it back, then passed to the left without taking a dribble or even looking towards the hoop. The free throws he missed in particular was just plain ugly. It was awkward just watching him. The pressure of close game situations have really gotten to him.
Chalmers took a shot and Wade tried to drive. Unfortunately, he never learned how to shoot a left handed layup. He will shoot a left handed layup with his right without fail. Lebron has not improved from last year. I'm still looking for those post moves that Olajuwon thought him over the summer. Is he saving it for next year?
I was pulling for them over my team because of the hard time the media gave them in the past but it doesn't look good for the Heat.
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You can't coach mental toughness. It looked like Lebron couldn't get that ball out of his hands fast enough on that last possession. He passed to the right, got it back, then passed to the left without taking a dribble or even looking towards the hoop. The free throws he missed in particular was just plain ugly. It was awkward just watching him. The pressure of close game situations have really gotten to him.
Chalmers took a shot and Wade tried to drive. Unfortunately, he never learned how to shoot a left handed layup. He will shoot a left handed layup with his right without fail. Lebron has not improved from last year. I'm still looking for those post moves that Olajuwon thought him over the summer. Is he saving it for next year?
I was pulling for them over my team because of the hard time the media gave them in the past but it doesn't look good for the Heat.
Was this a Vulcan mind meld?
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Was this a Vulcan mind meld?
Nothing escapes Sjon
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Nothing escapes Sjon
I wouldn't say 'nothing.' :D
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;D ;D ;D That was funny. Maybe he thought he taught him some things.
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On the last play, it only made sense for a 3-point shooter to take the last shot. Neither James nor Wade are clutch 3-point shooters. Regarding James' free throws, it's hard for me to depend on him at the line at any point in the game. This season, he shot about 77% from the line, which is not bad but it's also not a percentage that gives you a great deal of confidence late in the game. Shoot, his form is just ugly. Having said all that, it amazes me how or why he draws so much criticism when he's not successful at the end of the game. Basketball is a game of percentages. He's made his share of game-winning shots just as he's missed his share. Kobe has too. Wade has too. Jordan has too, and the list goes on and on.
James and Wade scored all but 3 of the teams' points in the 4th quarter, a heroic effort at worst. Yet, what we hear about is what James didn't do at the end.
Lastly, the Heat didn't lose to a bunch of also-rans. They lost to the 3rd best team in the East. Though they lost one game, I wouldn't be so quick to write them off or reduce their chances of winning it all, unless players other than James and Wade don't step up.
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On the last play, it only made sense for a 3-point shooter to take the last shot. Neither James nor Wade are clutch 3-point shooters. Regarding James' free throws, it's hard for me to depend on him at the line at any point in the game. This season, he shot about 77% from the line, which is not bad but it's also not a percentage that gives you a great deal of confidence late in the game. Shoot, his form is just ugly. Having said all that, it amazes me how or why he draws so much criticism when he's not successful at the end of the game. Basketball is a game of percentages. He's made his share of game-winning shots just as he's missed his share. Kobe has too. Wade has too. Jordan has too, and the list goes on and on.
Bruh, you KNOW the difference: CHAMPIONSHIPS. Any player's ills, in any sport, are diminished if they have a ring, or title after their name. *kanyeshrug*
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On the last play, it only made sense for a 3-point shooter to take the last shot. Neither James nor Wade are clutch 3-point shooters. Regarding James' free throws, it's hard for me to depend on him at the line at any point in the game. This season, he shot about 77% from the line, which is not bad but it's also not a percentage that gives you a great deal of confidence late in the game. Shoot, his form is just ugly. Having said all that, it amazes me how or why he draws so much criticism when he's not successful at the end of the game. Basketball is a game of percentages. He's made his share of game-winning shots just as he's missed his share. Kobe has too. Wade has too. Jordan has too, and the list goes on and on.
James and Wade scored all but 3 of the teams' points in the 4th quarter, a heroic effort at worst. Yet, what we hear about is what James didn't do at the end.
Lastly, the Heat didn't lose to a bunch of also-rans. They lost to the 3rd best team in the East. Though they lost one game, I wouldn't be so quick to write them off or reduce their chances of winning it all, unless players other than James and Wade don't step up.
I think the problem that people have with him is his unwillingness to take the big shot now...
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Bruh, you KNOW the difference: CHAMPIONSHIPS. Any player's ills, in any sport, are diminished if they have a ring, or title after their name. *kanyeshrug*
I think the problem that people have with him is his unwillingness to take the big shot now...
Agree on both points.
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Bruh, you KNOW the difference: CHAMPIONSHIPS. Any player's ills, in any sport, are diminished if they have a ring, or title after their name. *kanyeshrug*
I think the problem that people have with him is his unwillingness to take the big shot now...
I agree with both points. But the question for me is "why"? Why does a championship have to validate one's career. Why should an unselfish player be criticized for passing the ball to an open teammate who has the best chance of making the shot. Kobe was praised for passing the ball to Bynum for that game-winning shot a few weeks ago. Why is there a double standard- because Chalmers missed? Seems goofy to me.
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I agree with both points. But the question for me is "why"? Why does a championship have to validate one's career. Why should an unselfish player be criticized for passing the ball to an open teammate who has the best chance of making the shot. Kobe was praised for passing the ball to Bynum for that game-winning shot a few weeks ago. Why is there a double standard- because Chalmers missed? Seems goofy to me.
*working backwards*
Because when it works, it's a great plan/play. When it doesn't, it leaves room for criticism.
Because no one gets into a league just to be 'an unselfish player'. Allegedly, players get into a league to win championships. That is what determines a good team/player from a great team/player. Also, what one considers 'unselfish', another considers 'chicken'. *kanyeshrug*
For all of the attributes of Jim Brown, and Barry Sanders, everyone talks about Walter Payton, and Emmitt Smith because they held/hold records for rushing, AND won championships.
But, no one can come to a concensus concerning which of these RBs is the best.
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In discussions of 'best RB of all time", Barry Sanders made it to every discussion I've ever heard or was a part of- without a championship.
Nonetheless, I'm not disagreeing with the fact that what you're saying is the prevailing thought process among sports enthusiasts (or at least those who are analysts, commentators or reporters). I just believe that it short-changes folks.
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Lebron is the one who named himself "King James" but when the game is on the line he continues to come up short. He's the one who bragged about how many championships they were going to win before they had even played a game. The bottom line is, he brought all of this criticism on himself.
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Agree on both points.
You agree with both sides at all times. I'm fully persuaded you will be in the winner's corner by the time the championship is through, no matter who the winner is. Victory is more fulfilling if you pick one team and stick with it.
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Lebron is the one who named himself "King James" but when the game is on the line he continues to come up short. He's the one who bragged about how many championships they were going to win before they had even played a game. The bottom line is, he brought all of this criticism on himself.
You're Bly's long lost sister. As soon as somebody's down, y'all are down on them, but as soon as they have success, y'all are rooting for them again.
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You agree with both sides at all times. I'm fully persuaded you will be in the winner's corner by the time the championship is through, no matter who the winner is. Victory is more fulfilling if you pick one team and stick with it.
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LOL!
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You agree with both sides at all times. I'm fully persuaded you will be in the winner's corner by the time the championship is through, no matter who the winner is. Victory is more fulfilling if you pick one team and stick with it.
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You're Bly's long lost sister. As soon as somebody's down, y'all are down on them, but as soon as they have success, y'all are rooting for them again.
I've never been a Lebron fan sis so rooting for him is not an option for me. :)
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You agree with both sides at all times. I'm fully persuaded you will be in the winner's corner by the time the championship is through, no matter who the winner is. Victory is more fulfilling if you pick one team and stick with it.
:D
You're Bly's long lost sister. As soon as somebody's down, y'all are down on them, but as soon as they have success, y'all are rooting for them again.
My love for you grows. :)
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So, what are the Lakers going to do to make sure they don't get curb-stomped again tonight? #noshade
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So, what are the Lakers going to do to make sure they don't get curb-stomped again tonight? #noshade
Feed the inside!
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So, what are the Lakers going to do to make sure they don't get curb-stomped again tonight? #noshade
Hope OKC shoots poorly from the outside. Most of their scoring was from the outside game 1. If they shoot poorly, LA will take advantage and possibly win.
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Hope OKC shoots poorly from the outside. Most of their scoring was from the outside game 1. If they shoot poorly, LA will take advantage and possibly win.
Yep!
OKC is a younger and probably better version of Dallas from last year. Spurs are just ______________! #thatisall
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Yep!
OKC is a younger and probably better version of Dallas from last year. Spurs are just ______________! #thatisall
Unstoppable.
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Feed the inside!
I missed most of the game on Monday, but I think they will look a lot different tonight, or at least resemble the first quarter more than the rest of the last game.
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I missed most of the game on Monday, but I think they will look a lot different tonight, or at least resemble the first quarter more than the rest of the last game.
Yes!
Unstoppable.
*sigh* I guess that's the word...LOL!
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Yep!
OKC is a younger and probably better version of Dallas from last year. Spurs are just ______________! #thatisall
Deep. Experienced. Smart.
Watching the game yesterday was like watching a master class.
Boris Diaw is so talented and smart with the ball. He isn't a physical marvel but he's skilled and he can PASS. Tim Duncan is the same. He was never the most athletic guy but he plays the game with such smarts (best combination of passing and intelligence in a PF I've ever seen) and he's skilled around the basket. Everyone on the team has clearly benefited from practicing with Duncan, Parker, Ginobili and Diaw on a regular basis.
They almost never take quick, stupid shots. There's great ball movement, everybody seems to make the right pass and it seems like every shot is a good one.
It's great when you have a player like Chris Paul who is one of the smartest players with the basketball, but what about when you have 3 or 4 guys with a great basketball IQ and one of them is your Power Forward? In the Spurs you have a team full of guys who have been mentored by these basketball geniuses and have become smart players themselves.
The Spurs play the right way. They don't play one-on-one, ISO ball. They don't just give it to *Insert Premier Scorer's Name* and clear out. They make great decisions and end up with open jumpers and layups.
I look forward to seeing the Spurs and OKC in the Western Conference Finals (which I believe is inevitable). That may be the best series in these playoffs.
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^^^^^^^THIS
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So, what are the Lakers going to do to make sure they don't get curb-stomped again tonight? #noshade
It will be a closer score but the result will be the same. Other than Kobe, who can they depend on? Kobe has to carry them offensively and try to stop Westbrook!?!? I thought Sessions was spoda be a huge addition but that cat can't even guard me and I walk with a cane. :-\ Kobe is going to snap pretty soon on the media, did you guys hear some of the questions they were asking him?
"Umm Kobe do you guys think you can guard Westbrook"?
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This is on my mind as I'm watching Lakers/OKC:
I don't think Mike Brown should be fired after 1 season, since they were not an overwhelming favorite to win the title (that belongs to Miami, OKC, Bulls (before Rose injury) and Spurs). However, unless they greatly improve bench and bring in another superstar (under the assumption that Bynum or Gasol will be traded), I don't see Brown lasting no more than 3 years. Lakers are like the Yankees to me. Missing too many titles or even big playoff runs is unacceptable in Lakerland (as I think Chevonne mentioned).
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What is wrong with Ron Artest? Now he's clotheslining people?
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the burden of his name is too much for him
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What is wrong with Ron Artest? Now he's clotheslining people?
You do realize he's bat crazy, right?
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You do realize he's bat crazy, right?
Lol :D ;D ;D ;D :D ;D
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Love the adjustments by the Lakers on tonight.
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Meant to say this in last post: I don't like the way the refs are officiating the game. It's too tight.
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I love the way James Harden plays but that beard is hideous!!
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I love the way James Harden plays but that beard is hideous!!
My wife is lucky my facial hair doesn't grow like that...I would Rick Ross my face :D :D :D
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The key to beating OKC is limiting their jump shots. They live and die by the jumpshot.
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SMH! Possibly the series on the line....SMH!
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And let the "fire Mike Brown" tweets/messages begin (not saying he should be fired, just saying though). That may have been the dumbest play put together in the Kobe Bryant era...SMH! Kobe should have got the ball....SMH!
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The Lakers thought they were actually going to win that one, huh?
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UGH!!
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I went to bed thinking that the Lakers had won the game...boy was I wrong! Kobe looked like he wanted to seriously hurt someone last night.
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I went to bed thinking that the Lakers had won the game...boy was I wrong! Kobe looked like he wanted to seriously hurt someone last night.
Maybe he needs to pick a fight with his Field Goal %. :-\
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Maybe he needs to pick a fight with his Field Goal %. :-\
You ain't nevah lied! I thought they had the perfect game plan last night but they let em off the hook. ;D
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Maybe he needs to pick a fight with his Field Goal %. :-\
You know, it's funny you said that. Commentators and analysts will leave that alone for some reason. In fact, I heard Reggie Miller say something to the effect that "Kobe's shooting poorly, but I'm ok with that..." He even said that he wanted to see Kobe shoot more. Yet, let LeBron pass it to a guy who's a 3-point-shooter on the last play of the game when they need a 3, and he gets criticized. I just don't get it.
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You ain't nevah lied! I thought they had the perfect game plan last night but they let em off the hook. ;D
Who the Lakers?
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You know, it's funny you said that. Commentators and analysts will leave that alone for some reason. In fact, I heard Reggie Miller say something to the effect that "Kobe's shooting poorly, but I'm ok with that..." He even said that he wanted to see Kobe shoot more. Yet, let LeBron pass it to a guy who's a 3-point-shooter on the last play of the game when they need a 3, and he gets criticized. I just don't get it.
Comparing apples and oranges bruh
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Comparing apples and oranges bruh
Not at all. I'm continuing the conversation from yesterday where SJ asserted that the fact when one wins championships, certain criticisms seem to disappear. Kobe's abysmal shooting was not only not criticized, but they wanted him to shoot more!
I'm talking about criticism, not shooting. And, my point is that there was plenty of basis for criticism of Kobe, where LeBron's deferring the shot had no basis for criticism, in my opinion.
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You know, it's funny you said that. Commentators and analysts will leave that alone for some reason. In fact, I heard Reggie Miller say something to the effect that "Kobe's shooting poorly, but I'm ok with that..." He even said that he wanted to see Kobe shoot more. Yet, let LeBron pass it to a guy who's a 3-point-shooter on the last play of the game when they need a 3, and he gets criticized. I just don't get it.
Kobe's rings cover his mistakes I guess.
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You know, it's funny you said that. Commentators and analysts will leave that alone for some reason. In fact, I heard Reggie Miller say something to the effect that "Kobe's shooting poorly, but I'm ok with that..." He even said that he wanted to see Kobe shoot more. Yet, let LeBron pass it to a guy who's a 3-point-shooter on the last play of the game when they need a 3, and he gets criticized. I just don't get it.
To paraphrase 'The Riddler' from 'Batman Forever':
Your entrance was good, his was better. The difference? Championships.
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Not at all. I'm continuing the conversation from yesterday where SJ asserted that the fact when one wins championships, certain criticisms seem to disappear. Kobe's abysmal shooting was not only not criticized, but they wanted him to shoot more!
I'm talking about criticism, not shooting. And, my point is that there was plenty of basis for criticism of Kobe, where LeBron's deferring the shot had no basis for criticism, in my opinion.
And therein lies the rub, my friend.
Beyond that, there are moments in Kobe's career where he has put the Lakers on his back, and led them to wins, moved forward in the playoffs, and yes, won them championships seemingly on his own.
LeBron can't say that. All he does say is 'Call me "King James"' while not, as of yet, earning said title. *kanyeshrug*
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And therein lies the rub, my friend.
Beyond that, there are moments in Kobe's career where he has put the Lakers on his back, and led them to wins, moved forward in the playoffs, and yes, won them championships seemingly on his own.
LeBron can't say that. All he does say is 'Call me "King James"' while not, as of yet, earning said title. *kanyeshrug*
You're preaching my brother! It don't mean a thing if you don't have a ring.
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You're preaching my brother! It don't mean a thing if you don't have a ring.
Thank you, Duke Ellington. :D
I think basketball is funny like that in that there's almost an expectation that one player can lead a team to a championship, and when that player doesn't, their career comes under intense scrutiny.
At the same time, a player in football and baseball, can still be considered great, and not win a ring (see the reference LL made to Barry Sanders still being discussed as one of the great RBs of all time).
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Not at all. I'm continuing the conversation from yesterday where SJ asserted that the fact when one wins championships, certain criticisms seem to disappear. Kobe's abysmal shooting was not only not criticized, but they wanted him to shoot more!
I'm talking about criticism, not shooting. And, my point is that there was plenty of basis for criticism of Kobe, where LeBron's deferring the shot had no basis for criticism, in my opinion.
I think Kobe gets criticized as well...not as much as LBJ, but it's still criticism. Matter of fact, Skip Bayless (ESPN 1st Take) is about to place the blame on Kobe.
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It don't mean a thing if you don't have a ring.
I concur. Someone made a good comment on the radio the other day. Peyton Manning and Alex Rodriguez faced harsh criticism as well until they won the big one. LBJ's criticism is magnified due to his mouth and actions. He didn't start the "king james" nickname but for some reason he put it on his bicycle and God knows where else. He chose to get the tattoo "chosen 1" on his back. A-Rod and Peyton didn't have similar actions. After a while, people will require you to put up or shut up. I sincerely hope he wins not 6, not 5, not 4, not 3, not 2, but at least 1 because the scrutiny is sometimes ridiculous.
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The difference? Championships.
Team sport bro.
The fact is, many of the greatest players in sports history never won championships.
If you take Kobe away from his Championship Lakers clubs with Shaq (of course) and the ones post-Shaq (with Pau when he was great, Bynum, Fisher when he wasn't ancient, Odom), you'd STILL have good teams. Not Championship teams, but GOOD teams.
At one point Pau was arguably the best PF in the game. Shaq was Finals MVP in ALL THREE of his Laker championships.
Now look what happened when you took Lebron away from the Cavs. :-X
Lebron was a fantastic player in Cleveland playing on a team that was pretty much devoid of talent and that shined through when he left. They went from most wins in the regular season to a bottom of the heap.
He has played on the Heat for less than two full seasons and went to the finals in his first. I mean...come on. :-\
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And therein lies the rub, my friend.
Beyond that, there are moments in Kobe's career where he has put the Lakers on his back, and led them to wins, moved forward in the playoffs, and yes, won them championships seemingly on his own.
LeBron can't say that. All he does say is 'Call me "King James"' while not, as of yet, earning said title. *kanyeshrug*
Revisionist history.
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Team sport bro.
The fact is, many of the greatest players in sports history never won championships.
If you take Kobe away from his Championship Lakers clubs with Shaq (of course) and the ones post-Shaq (with Pau when he was great, Bynum, Fisher when he wasn't ancient, Odom), you'd STILL have good teams. Not Championship teams, but GOOD teams.
At one point Pau was arguably the best PF in the game. Shaq was Finals MVP in ALL THREE of his Laker championships.
Now look what happened when you took Lebron away from the Cavs. :-X
Lebron was a fantastic player in Cleveland playing on a team that was pretty much devoid of talent and that shined through when he left. They went from most wins in the regular season to a bottom of the heap.
He has played on the Heat for less than two full seasons and went to the finals in his first. I mean...come on. :-\
People forget about the year before Pau...were it was just Kobe and a bunch of scrubs, lol. I know their record wasn't great, but they were playing in a much tougher conference. Not taking anything away from Bron...
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People forget about the year before Pau...were it was just Kobe and a bunch of scrubs, lol. I know their record wasn't great, but they were playing in a much tougher conference. Not taking anything away from Bron...
I didn't forget. The Lakers were AWFUL for a stretch.
Kobe didn't win a ring until Pau came along though. And he didn't win a championship in his first year with Pau.
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Revisionist history.
Only if I didn't use the word 'seemingly'.
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Thank you, Duke Ellington. :D
I think basketball is funny like that in that there's almost an expectation that one player can lead a team to a championship, and when that player doesn't, their career comes under intense scrutiny.
At the same time, a player in football and baseball, can still be considered great, and not win a ring (see the reference LL made to Barry Sanders still being discussed as one of the great RBs of all time).
Indeed. I think the fact that Lebron has 3 MVP's also add to the expectations as well.
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Only if I didn't use the word 'seemingly'.
I'm seemingly the most attractive man on earth. You can't touch that statement seeing as I put the 'seemingly' qualifier on it.
8)
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Team sport bro.
The fact is, many of the greatest players in sports history never won championships.
If you take Kobe away from his Championship Lakers clubs with Shaq (of course) and the ones post-Shaq (with Pau when he was great, Bynum, Fisher when he wasn't ancient, Odom), you'd STILL have good teams. Not Championship teams, but GOOD teams.
At one point Pau was arguably the best PF in the game. Shaq was Finals MVP in ALL THREE of his Laker championships.
Now look what happened when you took Lebron away from the Cavs. :-X
Lebron was a fantastic player in Cleveland playing on a team that was pretty much devoid of talent and that shined through when he left. They went from most wins in the regular season to a bottom of the heap.
He has played on the Heat for less than two full seasons and went to the finals in his first. I mean...come on. :-\
Unless we're discussing golf, or tennis, they're all teams sports, bro. :-\
That doesn't stop folks from discussing the suckitude (<----like that) of, as an example, Trent Dilfer...during his championship run with the Ravens, or the greatness of Dan Marino despite never winning a SB. It is what it is.
I also believe the reason for such scrutiny is because LeBron ran with the 'King James' hype as well as left the team he said (I believe) he wanted to build a franchise, and bring championships.
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I'm seemingly the most attractive man on earth. You can't touch that statement seeing as I put the 'seemingly' qualifier on it.
8)
Um....ok? :-\
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Unless we're discussing golf, or tennis, they're all teams sports, bro. :-\
That doesn't stop folks from discussing the suckitude (<----like that) of, as an example, Trent Dilfer...during his championship run with the Ravens, or the greatness of Dan Marino despite never winning a SB. It is what it is.
I also believe the reason for such scrutiny is because LeBron ran with the 'King James' hype as well as left the team he said (I believe) he wanted to build a franchise, and bring championships.
I agree, going to Miami and talking about allllll the titles they'd win was a really dumb move. Don't get me started on The Decision either. It made people dislike him EVEN MORE.
But the thing is, he was criticized a lot in Cleveland BEFORE he left though. People were saying he isn't 'clutch' and wondering why he hadn't won a ring for years already.
I think it's a bit unfair. Jordan won his first championship at age 28. Lebron is 27. Let's give the guy a little time.
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I agree, going to Miami and talking about allllll the titles they'd win was a really dumb move. Don't get me started on The Decision either. It made people dislike him EVEN MORE.
But the thing is, he was criticized a lot in Cleveland BEFORE he left though. People were saying he isn't 'clutch' and wondering why he hadn't won a ring for years already.
I think it's a bit unfair. Jordan won his first championship at age 28. Lebron is 27. Let's give the guy a little time.
I wonder if people were saying that about Jordan prior to his championship run(s)?
Again, the leaving Cleveland thing is the biggest thing that sticks in the craw of people's throats...including those who played the game before him which is why folks aren't giving him said time.
Not saying it's fair, just that it is what it is. *kanyeshrug*
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I wonder if people were saying that about Jordan prior to his championship run(s)?
Again, the leaving Cleveland thing is the biggest thing that sticks in the craw of people's throats...including those who played the game before him which is why folks aren't giving him said time.
Not saying it's fair, just that it is what it is. *kanyeshrug*
Agreed.
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I wonder if people were saying that about Jordan prior to his championship run(s)?
Again, the leaving Cleveland thing is the biggest thing that sticks in the craw of people's throats...including those who played the game before him which is why folks aren't giving him said time.
Not saying it's fair, just that it is what it is. *kanyeshrug*
I remember Jordan being phenomenal and very entertaining, but he definitely had a trainload of critics before he started winning those rings.
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I remember Jordan being phenomenal and very entertaining, but he definitely had a trainload of critics before he started winning those rings.
Then, it would seem to be what we call in the educational field a 'pattern of behavior' by the media.
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or the greatness of Dan Marion despite never winning a SB
Who?
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I also believe the reason for such scrutingy...
Such what???
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Who?
Come on, don't tell me you don't know who Dan MarION is....sheeeesh!!!! :P :D ;D ;D ;D
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Who?
Who indeed.
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Such what???
Yea...*sigh*
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Have we ever had back-to-back games in the playoffs or is this just taking place this year?
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Have we ever had back-to-back games in the playoffs or is this just taking place this year?
Probably just this year (maybe 1999 as well...idk).
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Probably just this year (maybe 1999 as well...idk).
The Lakers have to play a back-to-back this weekend, which favors the Thunder imo.
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The Lakers have to play a back-to-back this weekend, which favors the Thunder imo.
Really? UGH!! >:(
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What in the world is going on with Miami, particularly DWade? I had THIS team winning it all? Oh yeah, forgot Bosh was out....Lol!
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I'd be shocked if we see a Spurs/Celtics Finals.....LOL!!!
Still thinking Miami but one thing is certain: If Miami don't win the title a team from the West is winning it (OKC or Spurs).
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I'd be shocked if we see a Spurs/Celtics Finals.....LOL!!!
Still thinking Miami but one thing is certain: If Miami don't win the title a team from the West is winning it (OKC or Spurs).
I wouldn't be shocked. And a team from the West is going to win regardless me thinks.
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I wouldn't be shocked. And a team from the West is going to win regardless me thinks.
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LOL!!
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What in the world is going on with Miami, particularly DWade? I had THIS team winning it all? Oh yeah, forgot Bosh was out....Lol!
I was shocked when I saw how Wade was acting. Having said that, the Heat will win the next three games.
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I was shocked when I saw how Wade was acting. Having said that, the Heat will win the next three games.
Wow!
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My Spurs are putting a WHOOPING on the Clippers! Great win! Happy Birthday to my favorite player, Tony Parker!
...by the way, how y'all Lakers fans holding up? ;D
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My Spurs are putting a WHOOPING on the Clippers! Great win! Happy Birthday to my favorite player, Tony Parker!
...by the way, how y'all Lakers fans holding up? ;D
yeah, i walked by a tv showing the first quarter when the score was 23 to 10 ... i was like this series is in the bag for the spurs
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My Spurs are putting a WHOOPING on the Clippers! Great win! Happy Birthday to my favorite player, Tony Parker!
...by the way, how y'all Lakers fans holding up? ;D
We good!
yeah, i walked by a tv showing the first quarter when the score was 23 to 10 ... i was like this series is in the bag for the spurs
Yeah Spurs might as well start studying tape of Lakers and OKC to prepare for a 7 game series against either team.
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Yeah Spurs might as well start studying tape of Lakers and OKC to prepare for a 7 game series against either team.
Fixed that for you.
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It's great to see a healthy Tim Duncan and KG in these playoffs! Oan the Spurs just putting on a clinic, they could go all the way...FA'REAL!!!
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Fixed that for you.
Whatever! LOL!
It's great to see a healthy Tim Duncan and KG in these playoffs! Oan the Spurs just putting on a clinic, they could go all the way...FA'REAL!!!
SMH! Feels like 1999 again...SMH!
Well, Lakers gotta win tonight or this series is over. I expect Lakers to win this game tonight because 1) they should have won the game Wednesday and 2) they know that no team has ever won a series after being down 3-0.
As far as Celtics/76ers I'm predicting 76ers win this game and make this a 2-2 series. Still think Celtics win the series but it's tough.
Btw, another reason I think the NBA Champion is coming from the West this season is because Boston's ability to compete in Finals depends on health. 76ers are just not ready. Miami is still possible but they don't look good (let's see how they do next game) and Pacers are very interesting but not sold yet. Some had them in conference finals.
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Whatever! LOL!
SMH! Feels like 1999 again...SMH!
Well, Lakers gotta win tonight or this series is over. I expect Lakers to win this game tonight because 1) they should have won the game Wednesday and 2) they know that no team has ever won a series after being down 3-0.
As far as Celtics/76ers I'm predicting 76ers win this game and make this a 2-2 series. Still think Celtics win the series but it's tough.
Btw, another reason I think the NBA Champion is coming from the West this season is because Boston's ability to compete in Finals depends on health. 76ers are just not ready. Miami is still possible but they don't look good (let's see how they do next game) and Pacers are very interesting but not sold yet. Some had them in conference finals.
I thought you stated, emphatically, the Heat would win? ?/? ?/?
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I thought you stated, emphatically, the Heat would win? ?/? ?/?
You obviously didn't see the fine print beneath his emphatic statement. It said: "I reserve the right to change my mind as the wind blows."
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You obviously didn't see the fine print beneath his emphatic statement. It said: "I reserve the right to change my mind as the wind blows."
Ahhh..... *slow head nod*
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The Pacers are a superstar away from really doing something. Granger is a nice role player but not a superstar.
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I'm not sure I buy into the "need for a superstar" line of thinking. I think if there is a team with talented players and a coach who can get them to buy into a good system and each person knows his role and performs it consistently, then it can lead to a championship. Late 70's Indiana Hoosiers teams come to mind. (I think. I wasn't as hip to college basketball at that time.)
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The Pacers are a superstar away from really doing something. Granger is a nice role player but not a superstar.
Danny Granger is more than a role player, but I agree the Pacers need a star.
I'm not sure I buy into the "need for a superstar" line of thinking. I think if there is a team with talented players and a coach who can get them to buy into a good system and each person knows his role and performs it consistently, then it can lead to a championship. Late 70's Indiana Hoosiers teams come to mind. (I think. I wasn't as hip to college basketball at that time.)
It's very rare for a team that doesn't have that one great player to win it all in the NBA. Nowitzki last year. Kobe the two years before that. The Celts had 3 future HOFers before them. The Spurs had Tim Duncan before them. Before them the Heat had Wade & Shaq....
You have to go back to 2004 with the Pistons to find an ensemble cast without a true star winning it all. And before 2004? I don't see any for another 20+ years.
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If you were Pat Riley and you absolutely had to trade one of the big 3, who would you trade, and who would you want in return? Again...if you had to trade one.
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If you were Pat Riley and you absolutely had to trade one of the big 3, who would you trade, and who would you want in return? Again...if you had to trade one.
This sounds like a multiple-choice question but the only option should be Chris Bosh.
Chris' absence has made a much bigger difference than I thought it would though. I don't think the Heat are down 2-1 with Bosh on the floor.
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This sounds like a multiple-choice question but the only option should be Chris Bosh.
Chris' absence has made a much bigger difference than I thought it would though. I don't think the Heat are down 2-1 with Bosh on the floor.
I say trade Lebron to Orlando for DHoward or trade Lebron to Lakers for Gasol.
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This sounds like a multiple-choice question but the only option should be Chris Bosh.
Chris' absence has made a much bigger difference than I thought it would though. I don't think the Heat are down 2-1 with Bosh on the floor.
I always thought people downplayed Bosh's value to the team...
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The biggest thing scaring me about these playoffs is TJ and Skip Bayless looking like doggone prophets as the main ones a few weeks ago truly believing that Spurs could make it out the West...smh! I surely saw Spurs losing again to MEM but they were not as cohesive as last year.
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I say trade Lebron to Orlando for DHoward or trade Lebron to Lakers for Gasol.
Lebron James in his prime...for Dwight Howard?
...or Pau Gasol, who is the third best player on his team?!?!?!?!
You aren't sounding like the LGM NBA Analyst right now. :-\
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I always thought people downplayed Bosh's value to the team...
They sure do. When Wade went down Bosh stepped up and played like a superstar. He averaged in the high teens during the course of the season which is difficult to do when you play with Lebron and Wade. Those cats like to shoot.
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Lebron James in his prime...for Dwight Howard?
...or Pau Gasol, who is the third best player on his team?!?!?!?!
You aren't sounding like the LGM NBA Analyst right now. :-\
You mean, there are times when he does? ?/? :-\
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Lebron James in his prime...for Dwight Howard?
...or Pau Gasol, who is the third best player on his team?!?!?!?!
You aren't sounding like the LGM NBA Analyst right now. :-\
Well see what had happened was......LOL!
Idk to be honest. I think that deciding who to trade of the Big 3 if Miami doesn't pull through may be the hardest decision they've ever had to deliberate through. Bosh's value is big right now. Lebron is MVP of the league and DWade is the face of the franchise. This is the equivalent of pondering trading Kobe (Big 3 of Bynum, Gasol and Kobe).
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Well see what had happened was......LOL!
Idk to be honest. I think that deciding who to trade of the Big 3 if Miami doesn't pull through may be the hardest decision they've ever had to deliberate through. Bosh's value is big right now. Lebron is MVP of the league and DWade is the face of the franchise. This is the equivalent of pondering trading Kobe (Big 3 of Bynum, Gasol and Kobe).
Why trade any of them? If Bosh was on the floor the Heat probably don't lose the last two games.
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Why trade any of them? If Bosh was on the floor the Heat probably don't lose the last two games.
Because something has to change. Also, from what I heard, having the Big 3 limits their ability to be big in free agency. I say this very carefully because I've been one to believe they have the biggest team and I could end up being wrong. Idk though...
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Because something has to change. Also, from what I heard, having the Big 3 limits their ability to be big in free agency. I say this very carefully because I've been one to believe they have the biggest team and I could end up being wrong. Idk though...
You thought they had a decent bench...lol.
Honestly, they need to get a defensive presence on the inside...someone like Jamale McGhee(sp.)
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Because something has to change. Also, from what I heard, having the Big 3 limits their ability to be big in free agency. I say this very carefully because I've been one to believe they have the biggest team and I could end up being wrong. Idk though...
*deep sigh*
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*deep sigh*
What? :D
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You thought they had a decent bench...lol.
Honestly, they need to get a defensive presence on the inside...someone like Jamale McGhee(sp.)
1. I really did. Battier, Miller, 2 centers (Anthony & Jones), Chalmers, etc.
2. Agreed!
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You thought they had a decent bench...lol.
Honestly, they need to get a defensive presence on the inside...someone like Jamale McGhee(sp.)
Javale... sorry he's another one from Reno, lol.
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Javale... sorry he's another one from Reno, lol.
I apologize...lol
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I apologize...lol
:D It's all good...
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Good to see the Lakers fans bonding. Y'all are going to need each other for comfort after this series is over (which will probably be this weekend).
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The Lakers are going to come out with bad intentions tonight...FA'REAL!! Either they gone win or things gone get real ugly..ie the Dallas series last year.
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The Lakers are going to come out with bad intentions tonight...FA'REAL!! Either they gone win or things gone get real ugly..ie the Dallas series last year.
no cable ... still can't watch :( oh well
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no cable ... still can't watch :( oh well
You can watch it on your computer or phone. The watchespn app.
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Good to see the Lakers fans bonding. Y'all are going to need each other for comfort after this series is over (which will probably be this weekend).
Lol! Oh really?
The Lakers are going to come out with bad intentions tonight...FA'REAL!! Either they gone win or things gone get real ugly..ie the Dallas series last year.
Yep!
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Man I can't believe that people were threatening Steve Blake and his wife because of him missing that shot the other night. People really need to get a life...FA'REAL!!!
OAN so far so good Laker fans. :D
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these boys came to ball tonight. Unfortunately I have an early morn. #tivo
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Yeah whoever threatened Blake has serious psychological issues! #thatisall
OAN, hate Kobe having 3 fouls already...SMH!
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Yeah whoever threatened Blake has serious psychological issues! #thatisall
OAN, hate Kobe having 3 fouls already...SMH!
i can't see the game so i need you to be my eyes
are they fouls or just the refs trying to keep the game under control?
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i can't see the game so i need you to be my eyes
are they fouls or just the refs trying to keep the game under control?
A combination of the two.
I need Lakers to get it together!
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Our season is on the brink folks!
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Yes!!!! Go Lakers!!!
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Dang, I was hoping for a sweep :(. Well, I guess 4-1 won't be too bad.
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Yes!!!! Go Lakers!!!
:)
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Now we need that win tomorrow
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Dang, I was hoping for a sweep :(. Well, I guess 4-1 won't be too bad.
If we had played smart in final 2 mins in game 2 we'd be up 2-1....HA!
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Kobe nem was str8 ballin last night!! If they play like that every night, this series could get very interesting.
OAN, the WNBA is back baby!!! ::)
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Man I can't believe that people were threatening Steve Blake and his wife because of him missing that shot the other night. People really need to get a life...FA'REAL!!!
OAN so far so good Laker fans. :D
Yep.
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Welp looks like the Clippers are playing with bad intentions...FA'REAL!! They need to play that way all the time. Do you guys think the Clippers will continue to improve or do you think they're the "same old Clippers"?
I think they're going to eventually lose CP3 and go back to their same old losing ways.
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Welp looks like the Clippers are playing with bad intentions...FA'REAL!! They need to play that way all the time. Do you guys think the Clippers will continue to improve or do you think they're the "same old Clippers"?
I think they're going to eventually lose CP3 and go back to their same old losing ways.
The Clippers are giving TJ a nice BDay present!!!
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Welp looks like the Clippers are playing with bad intentions...FA'REAL!! They need to play that way all the time. Do you guys think the Clippers will continue to improve or do you think they're the "same old Clippers"?
I think they're going to eventually lose CP3 and go back to their same old losing ways.
I think it will be a while before they go back to losing the way they once did. As long as CP3 gets paid and they continue to make the playoffs, I don't think he's going anywhere anytime soon.
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No need to panic, people. We can easily close this gap if we want to. Knowing Pop, he probably told the boys to get a little rest and not play as hard this game. Obviously the series is already ours.
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Blake Griffin has the LONGEST jump shot. It looks like he's going to hit the ground before he releases.
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No need to panic, people. We can easily close this gap if we want to. Knowing Pop, he probably told the boys to get a little rest and not play as hard this game. Obviously the series is already ours.
O rly? The Spurs are playing with bad intentions now bro!!
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Annnnd we're back with an 8 point lead. How can you NOT love this team? 8)
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Greg Popovich is the best coach I ever seen!!!
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Greg Popovich is the best coach I ever seen!!!
Testify, sis!
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Anymore doubts as to whether we're winning it all? Didn't think so.
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Greg Popovich is the best coach I ever seen!!!
Phil holds that honor!!! I can't hate on Pop...he use to coach at the Air Force Academy
Anymore doubts as to whether we're winning it all? Didn't think so.
Yes
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Phil holds that honor!!! I can't hate on Pop...he use to coach at the Air Force Academy
Yes
Phil was a great coach but Greg Popovich is better, to me, simply because he's winning with a team that even Phil couldn't win with. Just look at his roster, he's got Tim Duncan playing like he's in his twenties instead of his mid thirties. Look what he's done with Kawai Leonard, Gary Neal, Danny Green, etc. It's a miracle!!
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Greg Popovich is the best coach I ever seen!!!
Didn't watch a lot of Phil Jackson, eh?
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Phil was a great coach but Greg Popovich is better, to me, simply because he's winning with a team that even Phil couldn't win with. Just look at his roster, he's got Tim Duncan playing like he's in his twenties instead of his mid thirties. Look what he's done with Kawai Leonard, Gary Neal, Danny Green, etc. It's a miracle!!
Unless you've seen Phil coach this team, you can't make that statement seriously as a statement of fact.
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Spurs are _________________ SMH!
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Didn't watch a lot of Phil Jackson, eh?
That's my opinion bro....which we all have a right to. Right?
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Unless you've seen Phil coach this team, you can't make that statement seriously as a statement of fact.
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Phil was a great coach but Greg Popovich is better, to me, simply because he's winning with a team that even Phil couldn't win with. Just look at his roster, he's got Tim Duncan playing like he's in his twenties instead of his mid thirties. Look what he's done with Kawai Leonard, Gary Neal, Danny Green, etc. It's a miracle!!
They haven't won anything yet
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Are we talking about the same Phil Jackson that coached MICHAEL JORDAN and a duo of KOBE BRYANT & SHAQUILLE O'NEAL? Heck, I could've won 10 championships with those players on my team. (<-- I didn't even mention Scottie Pippen)
But Pop has the special ability to take players that aren't even SUPPOSED to succeed and turn them into stars. Tony Parker was drafted #28! And now he's an MVP-candidate. Danny Green was cut TWICE. They weren't even sure he was going to remain in the NBA. Now he's in the starting lineup and a KEY player. They sent Stephen Jackson back to San Antonio because no other coach could handle him. Duncan is on the verge of retirement and playing the best basketball of his life. I haven't even touched Diaw, Ginobli, Leonard, Bonner, and so on. There's a REASON we win championships year after year, yet STILL shock people. It's because our team is full of players that, if you put them on any other team, WON'T make it...and that, my friends, is an effort of BRILLIANT coaching. It's the definition of taking lemons and making some darn good lemonade.
I heard someone put it like this: Jackson = best at using stars. Pop = best at creating stars.
After Pop:
2. Red Aeurbach
3. Phil Jackson
#4 and #5 are toss ups between Larry Brown, Pat Riley, and Jerry Sloan.
Spurs are _________________ SMH!
Unbeatable, according to Shaq.
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:D :D :D :D :D
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Anymore doubts as to whether we're winning it all? Didn't think so.
Hmmm.....
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Are we talking about the same Phil Jackson that coached MICHAEL JORDAN and a duo of KOBE BRYANT & SHAQUILLE O'NEAL? Heck, I could've won 10 championships with those players on my team. (<-- I didn't even mention Scottie Pippen)
But Pop has the special ability to take players that aren't even SUPPOSED to succeed and turn them into stars. Tony Parker was drafted #28! And now he's an MVP-candidate. Danny Green was cut TWICE. They weren't even sure he was going to remain in the NBA. Now he's in the starting lineup and a KEY player. They sent Stephen Jackson back to San Antonio because no other coach could handle him. Duncan is on the verge of retirement and playing the best basketball of his life. I haven't even touched Diaw, Ginobli, Leonard, Bonner, and so on. There's a REASON we win championships year after year, yet STILL shock people. It's because our team is full of players that, if you put them on any other team, WON'T make it...and that, my friends, is an effort of BRILLIANT coaching. It's the definitions of taking lemons and making some darn good lemonade.
I heard someone put it like this: Jackson = best at using stars. Pop = best at creating stars.
After Pop:
2. Red Aeurbach
3. Phil Jackson
#4 and #5 are toss ups between Larry Brown, Pat Riley, and Jerry Sloan.
Unbeatable, according to Shaq.
Thanks for making it plain bro!!
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If you're a Lakers fan you've got to be upset! If we win tonight and had won game 2 we'd be leading this series 3-1 AS THE UNDERDOG!
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If you're a Lakers fan you've got to be upset! If we win tonight and had won game 2 we'd be leading this series 3-1 AS THE UNDERDOG!
Could've, Would've, Should've...but you didn't. :D :D
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Could've, Would've, Should've...but you didn't. :D :D
If we somehow see a Spurs/Lakers conference finals we'll see who has the last laugh...LOL! :D
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If we somehow see a Spurs/Lakers conference finals we'll see who has the last laugh...LOL! :D
The Lakers? In the Finals? Real funny, Ben. :D
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http://espn.go.com/nba/playoffs/2012/story/_/page/5-on-5-120517/nba-playoffs-san-antonio-spurs-success (http://espn.go.com/nba/playoffs/2012/story/_/page/5-on-5-120517/nba-playoffs-san-antonio-spurs-success)
Absolutely worst article on ESPN.com right now....SMH! Lol!
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Westbrook got hurt. Hope it's not too serious! OKC absolutely needs him if they want a chance at making it to the Finals.
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Are we talking about the same Phil Jackson that coached MICHAEL JORDAN and a duo of KOBE BRYANT & SHAQUILLE O'NEAL? Heck, I could've won 10 championships with those players on my team. (<-- I didn't even mention Scottie Pippen)
But Pop has the special ability to take players that aren't even SUPPOSED to succeed and turn them into stars. Tony Parker was drafted #28! And now he's an MVP-candidate. Danny Green was cut TWICE. They weren't even sure he was going to remain in the NBA. Now he's in the starting lineup and a KEY player. They sent Stephen Jackson back to San Antonio because no other coach could handle him. Duncan is on the verge of retirement and playing the best basketball of his life. I haven't even touched Diaw, Ginobli, Leonard, Bonner, and so on. There's a REASON we win championships year after year, yet STILL shock people. It's because our team is full of players that, if you put them on any other team, WON'T make it...and that, my friends, is an effort of BRILLIANT coaching. It's the definition of taking lemons and making some darn good lemonade.
I heard someone put it like this: Jackson = best at using stars. Pop = best at creating stars.
After Pop:
2. Red Aeurbach
3. Phil Jackson
#4 and #5 are toss ups between Larry Brown, Pat Riley, and Jerry Sloan.
Unbeatable, according to Shaq.
Are we talking the same Popovich that had David Robinson and Tim Duncan for their 1st two championships. Robinson, a top 5 center, and Duncan, arguably the greatest PF of all time. Now add in Parker (2001) and Ginobli (2002), and you have a formula for success. While I can't downplay his success...he is no Phil. Look at the Bulls and Lakers record before Phil...they barely made the playoffs, and once in...they didn't compete. Having talent doesn't guarentee a championship, but placing it under a great coach can improve your chances. I could add to my argument, but it wouldn't change your opinion...lol.
As far as the bolded area...Tim is playing great ball, but far from his best...his MVP years were amazing
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If we somehow see a Spurs/Lakers conference finals we'll see who has the last laugh...LOL! :D
Who was the last team to beat the Spurs?
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Who was the last team to beat the Spurs?
The Lakers.....right?
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Are we talking the same Popovich that had David Robinson and Tim Duncan for their 1st two championships. Robinson, a top 5 center, and Duncan, arguably the greatest PF of all time. Now add in Parker (2001) and Ginobli (2002), and you have a formula for success. While I can't downplay his success...he is no Phil. Look at the Bulls and Lakers record before Phil...they barely made the playoffs, and once in...they didn't compete. Having talent doesn't guarentee a championship, but placing it under a great coach can improve your chances. I could add to my argument, but it wouldn't change your opinion...lol.
As far as the bolded area...Tim is playing great ball, but far from his best...his MVP years were amazing
You're gonna pit Duncan and Robinson against MJ and Kobe? You could put MJ on ANY team, and they'd win. Same for Kobe. There are not too many players you can say that about, Duncan and Robinson included. Those two played off of each other. Pop BUILT a system around them. Jordan/Pippen and Kobe/Shaq WERE the system for Phil. Same goes for the additions of Parker and Ginboli. These guys didn't come into the league as superstars with longevity. Fans wanted Parker traded for the longest. As stated before, Pop takes lemons and makes lemonade. Phil takes lemonade and makes better lemonade. The former requires a bit more prowess than the latter.
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The Lakers.....right?
Yeah....more than a month ago. And that loss (which, again, occurred MORE than a month ago) was immediately followed by the Spurs handing the Lakers their two worst beatings of the season.
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Why can't the Lakers play this way all the time?!?! I despise the Lakers but they have a gr8 chance to win this series. *choking*
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I'm actually pulling for the Lakers. I need this series to go 7.
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SMH...it's a sad day in Los Angeles.
Happy one in San Antonio, though. ;D
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Kevin Durant is the anti-Lebron....lol!!! :D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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You're gonna pit Duncan and Robinson against MJ and Kobe? You could put MJ on ANY team, and they'd win. Same for Kobe. There are not too many players you can say that about, Duncan and Robinson included. Those two played off of each other. Pop BUILT a system around them. Jordan/Pippen and Kobe/Shaq WERE the system for Phil. Same goes for the additions of Parker and Ginboli. These guys didn't come into the league as superstars with longevity. Fans wanted Parker traded for the longest. As stated before, Pop takes lemons and makes lemonade. Phil takes lemonade and makes better lemonade. The former requires a bit more prowess than the latter.
I disagree...MJ only won when Phil was coaching, and the same could be said for Kobe. If you think that Timmy/Robinson wasn't the "system" back in the day then you are mistaken. Now, I know they don't compare to MJ/Kobe, but Duncan is a top 10 player (all-time) and Robinson is in the top 25.
At the end of the day, I'll take the guy with 11 rings...jmo
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SMH...it's a sad day in Los Angeles.
Happy one in San Antonio, though. ;D
Really? I went to bed thinking that we've got a 2-2 series and we blew it AGAIN? We don't deserve to win this series....SMH!
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Are we talking the same Popovich that had David Robinson and Tim Duncan for their 1st two championships. Robinson, a top 5 center, and Duncan, arguably the greatest PF of all time. Now add in Parker (2001) and Ginobli (2002), and you have a formula for success. While I can't downplay his success...he is no Phil. Look at the Bulls and Lakers record before Phil...they barely made the playoffs, and once in...they didn't compete. Having talent doesn't guarentee a championship, but placing it under a great coach can improve your chances. I could add to my argument, but it wouldn't change your opinion...lol.
As far as the bolded area...Tim is playing great ball, but far from his best...his MVP years were amazing
Thanks for making it plain, bro.
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You're gonna pit Duncan and Robinson against MJ and Kobe? You could put MJ on ANY team, and they'd win. Same for Kobe. There are not too many players you can say that about, Duncan and Robinson included. Those two played off of each other. Pop BUILT a system around them. Jordan/Pippen and Kobe/Shaq WERE the system for Phil. Same goes for the additions of Parker and Ginboli. These guys didn't come into the league as superstars with longevity. Fans wanted Parker traded for the longest. As stated before, Pop takes lemons and makes lemonade. Phil takes lemonade and makes better lemonade. The former requires a bit more prowess than the latter.
Based STRICTLY on what you typed, win what: games, or championships?
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I disagree...MJ only won when Phil was coaching, and the same could be said for Kobe. If you think that Timmy/Robinson wasn't the "system" back in the day then you are mistaken. Now, I know they don't compare to MJ/Kobe, but Duncan is a top 10 player (all-time) and Robinson is in the top 25.
At the end of the day, I'll take the guy with 11 rings...jmo
Again, thanks, bro.
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OAN: If the heat lose the series .. Bosh should be the MVP for the heat this season
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OAN: If the heat lose the series .. Bosh should be the MVP for the heat this season
Amen bro!
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OAN: If the heat lose the series .. Bosh should be the MVP for the heat this season
This
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3 of the 4 NBA Analyst from ABC choosing Spurs as team to win it all <<<<<<<<<<<
OAN, critical game 4 today for Miami. If they don't win today you can pretty much count this series done.....BUT....
Can Miami win 3 straight (if they lose today)?
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9-0 start for Pacers. Lawd have mercy!
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9-0 start for Pacers. Lawd have mercy!
It's not how you start but how you finish. The Heat will win this game....fa'sho!!!
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It's not how you start but how you finish. The Heat will win this game....fa'sho!!!
True that. Lebron better step up for real!
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It's not how you start but how you finish. The Heat will win this game....fa'sho!!!
Welp,
Heat/Pacers series at least going to 6. Originally said Heat would win series in 6.
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Welp,
Heat/Pacers series at least going to 6. Originally said Heat would win series in 6.
See you gotta listen to LGM's Senior NBA Analyst!! lol :D
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See you gotta listen to LGM's Senior NBA Analyst!! lol :D
Yeah yeah yeah...LOL!
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Probably wouldn't miss too much with Spurs/Clippers if I went to bed soon...right? LOL!
Spurs sweep again.
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We've seen it time and time again. When a team, especially a young team, comes out gunning, they wear themselves down and the other team just walks them out. It happened to the Clippers last night, It happened to the Lakers last night, and it happened to Indiana tonight. It's all about pacing. That's something Gregg Popovich, the best coach in the history of the NBA, is a genius at.
And now it's time for us to put the final nail in Lob City's coffin.
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Another one bites the dust! We're knocking them down like FLIES! OKC = next victims (cause we know those Lakers ain't going nowhere). 29 wins out of the last 31 games. 18 straight wins. People, THESE are your next NBA champions. All hail King Pop! GO SPURS GO!
BTW...Chris Paul should be playing for Miami the way he flops around. ::)
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We've seen it time and time again. When a team, especially a young team, comes out gunning, they wear themselves down and the other team just walks them out. It happened to the Clippers last night, It happened to the Lakers last night, and it happened to Indiana tonight. It's all about pacing. That's something Gregg Popovich, the best coach in the history of the NBA, is a genius at.
And now it's time for us to put the final nail in Lob City's coffin.
Ahh, the hyperbole...
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Another one bites the dust! We're knocking them down like FLIES! OKC = next victims (cause we know those Lakers ain't going nowhere). 29 wins out of the last 31 games. 18 straight wins. People, THESE are your next NBA champions. All hail King Pop! GO SPURS GO!
BTW...Chris Paul should be playing for Miami the way he flops around. ::)
I'm really starting to believe that.
I still think that the Heat, AT FULL STRENGTH, are the best team in the league, but with Bosh out indefinitely and Wade playing on a bad knee that had to be drained... :-\
The Spurs are that 40yr old dude at the park who can't jump like the 18yr olds but he's still the king of the hill because he has so much experience.
The Spurs are that uncle who still puts you in a headlock that you can't get out of. You're 20 now so you know this old head shouldn't still be pwning you, but he does.
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Another one bites the dust! We're knocking them down like FLIES! OKC = next victims (cause we know those Lakers ain't going nowhere). 29 wins out of the last 31 games. 18 straight wins. People, THESE are your next NBA champions. All hail King Pop! GO SPURS GO!
BTW...Chris Paul should be playing for Miami the way he flops around. ::)
I'm really starting to believe that.
I still think that the Heat, AT FULL STRENGTH, are the best team in the league, but with Bosh out indefinitely and Wade playing on a bad knee that had to be drained... :-\
The Spurs are that 40yr old dude at the park who can't jump like the 18yr olds but he's still the king of the hill because he has so much experience.
The Spurs are that uncle who still puts you in a headlock that you can't get out of. You're 20 now so you know this old head shouldn't still be pwning you, but he does.
Folks, y'all making Skip Bayless look like a doggone prophet...SMH! But seriously, hard to argue against any of you all's points.
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Folks, y'all making Skip Bayless look like a doggone prophet...SMH! But seriously, hard to argue against any of you all's points.
;D
I'll check to see if there's any room on our bandwagon for you.
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TJ talks SO MUCH trash.
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TJ talks SO MUCH trash.
HOLD THE HECK UP!!!!!
Are we going to really sit here and act like y'all didn't darn near run me OUT of this thread when my Spurs got swept in the first round last year? I haven't even BEGUN to talk trash.
And is it really trash talk when your team is straight DOMINATING like we are? I prefer to call it "accenting the facts".
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HOLD THE HECK UP!!!!!
Are we going to really sit here and act like y'all didn't darn near run me OUT of this thread when my Spurs got swept in the first round last year? I haven't even BEGUN to talk trash.
And is it really trash talk when your team is straight DOMINATING like we are? I prefer to call it "accenting the facts".
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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Yesterday, LeBron said, "Criticize this!"
40 points, 18 rebounds. Dang!
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Yesterday, LeBron said, "Criticize this!"
40 points, 18 rebounds. Dang!
...and 9 assists. Almost a triple-double too.
Monstrous.
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Yesterday, LeBron said, "Criticize this!"
40 points, 18 rebounds. Dang!
"I sure will."-Skip Tebow Bayless
;D
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Yesterday, LeBron said, "Criticize this!"
40 points, 18 rebounds. Dang!
That's nice....now do it in the Finals. ;D
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That's nice....now do it in the Finals. ;D
He probably will, at least once.
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That's nice....now do it in the Finals. ;D
WIN A RING!!!!!
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He probably will, at least once.
He should!!! The sky is the limit for this dude......no one can stop him but HIM! Lebron shouldn't have to be criticized to play this way. SMH
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HOLD THE HECK UP!!!!!
Are we going to really sit here and act like y'all didn't darn near run me OUT of this thread when my Spurs got swept in the first round last year? I haven't even BEGUN to talk trash.
And is it really trash talk when your team is straight DOMINATING like we are? I prefer to call it "accenting the facts".
TJ talks SO MUCH accent. :D
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TJ talks SO MUCH accent. :D
:D :D :D :D :D
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TJ talks SO MUCH accent. :D
:D :D :D
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Teej gotta right to accent all he wants! Lol
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Teej gotta right to accent all he wants! Lol
Thank you, Chev. Because unlike some OTHER teams being represented in here, MY team is actually winning.
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Look at this Stephen A. Smith impersonation! :D ;D ;D ;D :D ;D
Saturday Night Live Mocks Stephen A. Smith (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8KRB2G31Q0#ws)
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Look at this Stephen A. Smith impersonation! :D ;D ;D ;D :D ;D
Saturday Night Live Mocks Stephen A. Smith ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8KRB2G31Q0#ws[/url])
I just came in here to post this. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Hilarious!!!! It didn't air this weekend. They had to cut it short because the weekend update ran too long. I was wondering what they were talking about "the Stephen A. impersonation". SNL is the only show I have left from my childhood. I record it every week.
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I just came in here to post this. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Hilarious!!!! It didn't air this weekend. They had to cut it short because the weekend update ran too long. I was wondering what they were talking about "the Stephen A. impersonation". SNL is the only show I have left from my childhood. I record it every week.
I just watched "First Take" to see what Stephen A would say about it. He was cool with it. My side hurts!!!
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Stan Van officially canned
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/basketball/nba/wires/05/21/2030.ap.bkn.magic.van.gundy.fired.1st.ld.writethru.0590/ (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/basketball/nba/wires/05/21/2030.ap.bkn.magic.van.gundy.fired.1st.ld.writethru.0590/)
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Stan Van officially canned
[url]http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/basketball/nba/wires/05/21/2030.ap.bkn.magic.van.gundy.fired.1st.ld.writethru.0590/[/url] ([url]http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/basketball/nba/wires/05/21/2030.ap.bkn.magic.van.gundy.fired.1st.ld.writethru.0590/[/url])
Beat me to it.
Clearly this is being done to appease a star who has proven to be...temperamental. Now I need for Dwight Howard to leave Orlando next season so I can point and laugh.
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Beat me to it.
Clearly this is being done to appease a star who has proven to be...temperamental. Now I need for Dwight Howard to leave Orlando next season so I can point and laugh.
We'll both be pointing and laughing because that's exactly what's going to happen. :-\
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Stan Van officially canned
[url]http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/basketball/nba/wires/05/21/2030.ap.bkn.magic.van.gundy.fired.1st.ld.writethru.0590/[/url] ([url]http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/basketball/nba/wires/05/21/2030.ap.bkn.magic.van.gundy.fired.1st.ld.writethru.0590/[/url])
Bad move!
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I knew that was coming the day Howard opted out. I don't think he's leaving next season. I think his decision to opt out was based solely on the assurance that Van Gundy would not return as head coach.
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I love what Van Gundy did to Dwight Howard!! That was the best parting shot ever!! Van Gundy will get another job, I think, and hopefully he'll be appreciated for the good cortch he iz. ;D
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Come on Lakers!
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Come on Lakers!
Come on Lakers, yall know yall ready for vacation!!!! :D :D ;D :D ;D
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Wow, the Lakers really became unglued during those final seconds. I need them to win this game so my boys can get some rest before the next series.
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OMG Kobe Bean Bryant is playing like a man possessed!!! YIKES!!! :o :o :o
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It's over.....SMH! Major questions to ask:
1. Is/should Mike Brown coming/come back to the Lakers next season?
2. What's the future of Pau Gasol?
3. Will Lakers go in complete rebuilding mode?
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It's over.....SMH! Major questions to ask:
1. Is/should Mike Brown coming/come back to the Lakers next season?
2. What's the future of Pau Gasol?
3. Will Lakers go in complete rebuilding mode?
I like Mike Brown but they never should have hired him. Kobe wanted Brian Shaw, that's who they'll end up with. Other than that, the Lakers will be back...fa'sho!
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Darn Lakers can't do NOTHING right, SMH.
Oh well. At least I wont have to see that ugly purple and yellow on my TV screen anymore. Now we can watch two REAL teams battle it out. OKC vs San Antonio...it's gonna be a doozy.
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I like Mike Brown but they never should have hired him. Kobe wanted Brian Shaw, that's who they'll end up with. Other than that, the Lakers will be back...fa'sho!
Yeah I never liked the Mike Brown decision. Personally I still think he should be given 1 more year because Lakers were not the favorite to win it all. Idk though, Lakers are like the Yankees, championships are all that matter.
And think about this, Kobe got 40 and they're trailing by 15....SMH!
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Yeah I never liked the Mike Brown decision. Personally I still think he should be given 1 more year because Lakers were not the favorite to win it all. Idk though, Lakers are like the Yankees, championships are all that matter.
And think about this, Kobe got 40 and they're trailing by 15....SMH!
Something definitely has to change or Kobe will have a fit!!!
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Derek Fisher is about to go in the locker room and do his GOOD chuckling. Negroes gonna trade me...WHOSE LAUGHING NOW!?!?! :D :D :D
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Derek Fisher is about to go in the locker room and do his GOOD chuckling. Negroes gonna trade me...WHOSE LAUGHING NOW!?!?! :D :D :D
You ain't nevah lied!!! :D ;D ;D ;D :D ;D
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Something definitely has to change or Kobe will have a fit!!!
Yep!
Derek Fisher is about to go in the locker room and do his GOOD chuckling. Negroes gonna trade me...WHOSE LAUGHING NOW!?!?! :D :D :D
Blah blah blah! And why you have to come up in here? SMH! ;D
Btw, him and Gasol had a long embrace. Pretty telling what happened with Gasol this season. Just wasn't himself.
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Did Andrew Bynum say "I'll play anywhere?" This dude's attitude sucks.
And Metta is a strange case. He said "maybe we'll be tied for first place next year?" Whose goal is to be TIED for first place? :D :D :D
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([url]http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m4707b3va51rpznnqo1_500.png[/url])
SMH!
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Did Andrew Bynum say "I'll play anywhere?" This dude's attitude sucks.
And Metta is a strange case. He said "maybe we'll be tied for first place next year?" Whose goal is to be TIED for first place? :D :D :D
Yep that's what he said bro. SMH!!!
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Did Andrew Bynum say "I'll play anywhere?" This dude's attitude sucks.
And Metta is a strange case. He said "maybe we'll be tied for first place next year?" Whose goal is to be TIED for first place? :D :D :D
I'd rather for Lakers to keep Gasol than Bynum but that's not happening...
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You know, I'm starting to think that the firings of Otis Smith and Stan Van Gundy are directly related to Dwight Howard, but in a way that's different than we commonly expect. I have a feeling that the owner doesn't think Howard will commit to a long-term contract, in which case, he'll likely have to blow up the team and re-build. Often, it's best to re-build with new leadership (coach and GM), so that they can build the type of team they want (sans Howard). Just a thought.
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You know, I'm starting to think that the firings of Otis Smith and Stan Van Gundy are directly related to Dwight Howard, but in a way that's different than we commonly expect. I have a feeling that the owner doesn't think Howard will commit to a long-term contract, in which case, he'll likely have to blow up the team and re-build. Often, it's best to re-build with new leadership (coach and GM), so that they can build the type of team they want (sans Howard). Just a thought.
That's a good thought....
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I knew that was coming the day Howard opted out. I don't think he's leaving next season. I think his decision to opt out was based solely on the assurance that Van Gundy would not return as head coach.
I don't know bruh:
http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/21/report-dwight-howard-still-desperately-wants-trade/related/ (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/21/report-dwight-howard-still-desperately-wants-trade/related/)
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I don't know bruh:
[url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/21/report-dwight-howard-still-desperately-wants-trade/related/[/url] ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/05/21/report-dwight-howard-still-desperately-wants-trade/related/[/url])
You might have missed my previous post.
You know, I'm starting to think that the firings of Otis Smith and Stan Van Gundy are directly related to Dwight Howard, but in a way that's different than we commonly expect. I have a feeling that the owner doesn't think Howard will commit to a long-term contract, in which case, he'll likely have to blow up the team and re-build. Often, it's best to re-build with new leadership (coach and GM), so that they can build the type of team they want (sans Howard). Just a thought.
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You might have missed my previous post.
Yep, I sure did.
You know, I'm starting to think that the firings of Otis Smith and Stan Van Gundy are directly related to Dwight Howard, but in a way that's different than we commonly expect. I have a feeling that the owner doesn't think Howard will commit to a long-term contract, in which case, he'll likely have to blow up the team and re-build. Often, it's best to re-build with new leadership (coach and GM), so that they can build the type of team they want (sans Howard). Just a thought.
A re-build may be a good thing. It's clear this team, with Dwight, wasn't going anywhere.
If they can get some 1st Round draft picks and a few good young players they may make out better in long run (provided they make good use of the draft picks).
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I love what Van Gundy did to Dwight Howard!! That was the best parting shot ever!! Van Gundy will get another job, I think, and hopefully he'll be appreciated for the good cortch he iz. ;D
What parting shot? What happened?
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What parting shot? What happened?
This was the best parting shot ever! He totally threw Dwight under the bus!! Then he walked away and left Dwight to answer all the questions....lol. AWESOME!!
Stan Van Gundy and Dwight Howard star in the most awkward interview ever (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y08gvGpGCwA#ws)
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I guess I'm seeing it differently. First, that was an interview from earlier in the season. If I remember correctly, it was right after Dwight opted in to the last year of his contract. Second, I didn't take Van Gundy's comments as throwing Dwight under the bus. Apparently, Dwight didn't either since he joined him in the interview and put his arm around him. I think when Stan was commenting about not liking "BS" and folks who say "no comment", he was speaking in general. I may be mistaken because I haven't seen every Howard interview. So, I don't know of any basis to that assertion by Van Gundy.
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I guess I'm seeing it differently. First, that was an interview from earlier in the season. If I remember correctly, it was right after Dwight opted in to the last year of his contract. Second, I didn't take Van Gundy's comments as throwing Dwight under the bus. Apparently, Dwight didn't either since he joined him in the interview and put his arm around him. I think when Stan was commenting about not liking "BS" and folks who say "no comment", he was speaking in general. I may be mistaken because I haven't seen every Howard interview. So, I don't know of any basis to that assertion by Van Gundy.
You can see it however you want bro, you've got that right. :)
I loved it and I thought it was AWESOME!
I gotta stop giving my opinion on things....I get blasted everything time. :-\ ;D :D ;D ;D ;D :D. (kidding)
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You can see it however you want bro, you've got that right. :)
I loved it and I thought it was AWESOME!
I gotta stop giving my opinion on things....I get blasted everything time. :-\ ;D :D ;D ;D ;D :D . (kidding)
Dang, why so sensitive? i just said that had a different take on it. I wasn't blasting you. in fact, I even said that could be wrong since I didn't see any interviews from Howard that preceded that one, which may have shed a different light on Stan's comments.
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Dang, why so sensitive? i just said that had a different take on it. I wasn't blasting you. in fact, I even said that could be wrong since I didn't see any interviews from Howard that preceded that one, which may have shed a different light on Stan's comments.
I am always sensitive you know dat right? No harm done bro...I thought you saw I was kidding. My bad. You know I'm ya sistah now...I acts da fool like dat.
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You're a nut!
And I mean that in the least insensitive way possible. :D
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You're a nut!
And I mean that in the least insensitive way possible. :D
Lol!! :D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Is it just me, or is Indiana playing very lazily? They need to find some kind of spark.
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Is it just me, or is Indiana playing very lazily? They need to find some kind of spark.
They're doing just fine. They're tired and want to go home. They're giving themselves an opportunity go home a little earlier than expected. :)
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Wow. Indy got SMACKED.
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Wow. Indy got SMACKED.
In more ways than one. I haven't seen that many flagrant fouls in one game in a while.
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In more ways than one. I haven't seen that many flagrant fouls in one game in a while.
Suspend Haslem and Pittm for 7 games!!!
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In more ways than one. I haven't seen that many flagrant fouls in one game in a while.
You ain't nevah lied!!!! :o :o :o :o
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Man, that stuff reminds me of the old school Knicks/Bulls series.
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Suspend Haslem and Pittm for 7 games!!!
If that was Metta, he'd have been out before his feet hit the ground, lol.
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If that was Metta, he'd have been out before his feet hit the ground, lol.
Yup.
Really hope the HEAT lose.
Tryna see Boston win them rings!
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Anybody giving 76ers a chance to make the Finals?
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As much as I'd love to see it happen, I don't think they can get past the Heat, assuming they get past Boston.
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I hope they do. I hope Indiana knocks out the Heat, too.
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If that was Metta, he'd have been out before his feet hit the ground, lol.
Right or wrong, track record plays a large part in how the officials interpret things.
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Really hope the HEAT lose.
I hope they do. I hope Indiana knocks out the Heat, too.
Um...why? :-\
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Not a fan.
I kinda like the Cavs Lebron better.
Never been a fan of Wade. Bosh neither.
However, I do like Mike Miller.
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Not a fan.
I kinda like the Cavs Lebron better.
Never been a fan of Wade. Bosh neither.
However, I do like Mike Miller.
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I love D-Wade.
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Now if I were to root for a team besides my Lakers...it would be OKC. I hope they win...if not them then I hope Indiana or Philly wins.
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Now if I were to root for a team besides my Lakers...it would be OKC. I hope they win...if not them then I hope Indiana or Philly wins.
It's good you have a backup team cause I doubt the Lakers will be giving you very much to 'root' for anytime soon. :D
OKC is my second-favorite team as well. They don't come CLOSE to my Spurs, but if, for some reason, San Antonio blew to smithereens, I'd cheer for OKC.
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According to Chris Broussard on the pregame show on ESPN Shaq is potential candidate for the GM job for the Orlando Magic....WOW! That would be interesting...
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Not a fan.
I kinda like the Cavs Lebron better.
Never been a fan of Wade. Bosh neither.
However, I do like Mike Miller.
I like Wade. I agree with you about Cavs Lebron... and I'm completely indifferent about Chris Bosh.
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Now if I were to root for a team besides my Lakers...it would be OKC. I hope they win...if not them then I hope Indiana or Philly wins.
Me too.
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#justmyopinion Celtics/Sixers going to 7 = Miami going to the Finals. I don't see this Boston team beating Miami. Maybe a few weeks ago, but not now. And Sixers have no chance (they may win 1 but still).
Someone said: West = superior offense, average defense; East = superior defense, average offense. Anybody agree or disagree with that assessment?
So it looks like:
Spurs or OKC vs Miami Heat for championship.
Btw, my official prediction for Spurs/OKC: This is a tough series because either team is capable of winning this series and even though I've been on the "Miami will win it all" bandwagon (not changing my pick....yet) I'm starting to buy into the idea that whoever wins the West most likely wins the title. I originally said OKC/Miami for finals a few months ago. I'm torn now because Spurs look very very legit. OKC's biggest weakness I think is relying too much on jumpshots. Idk. I guess for consistency I'll say:
OKC in 7 BUT regardless I'll root for the West vs Miami in the Finals (unless Sixers or Indiana somehow make it).
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since no one is rooting for the heat ... i'm going to become a temporary Chalmers fan ... after all we went to school together ... college ...
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since no one is rooting for the heat ... i'm going to become a temporary Chalmers fan ... after all we went to school together ... college ...
[LeeCorso]Not so fast my friend[/LeeCorso]
I'm rooting for Lebron to get a ring so everybody can get off his back.
...and because I think he's amazingly talented and I love watching him play.
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[LeeCorso]Not so fast my friend[/LeeCorso]
I'm rooting for Lebron to get a ring so everybody can get off his back.
...and because I think he's amazingly talented and I love watching him play.
Same here...that is, if the Sixers get eliminated. If we end up having a Sixers/Heat Eastern conference finals, I can't say who I'd be pulling for. On one hand, I'd pick the Sixers because they've been my squad since I started watching basketball way back in the day. On the other hand, the Heat have been such a compelling story since "the decision", that I've been pulling for them since that time.
And like you said, LeBron James is such a great talent that plays the game the right way, that I'd love to see him get at least one ring. Plus, I love Wade's game too.
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Heat, but if they play the Spurs I'll take it either way.
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[LeeCorso]Not so fast my friend[/LeeCorso]
I'm rooting for Lebron to get a ring so everybody can get off his back.
...and because I think he's amazingly talented and I love watching him play.
I think he's amazingly talented as well, but I'm not rooting for him...lol. I actually want KD to get his ring this year...
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I think he's amazingly talented as well, but I'm not rooting for him...lol. I actually want KD to get his ring this year...
That's the ONLY reason I'd be ok for OKC to win....I like KD.
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Possible NBA Finals matchups:
OKC vs Miami: OKC in 7
Spurs vs Miami: Spurs in 7
OKC vs Indiana: OKC in 6
OKC vs Sixers: OKC in 5
Spurs vs Indiana: Spurs in 5
Spurs vs Sixers: Spurs in 4
OKC vs Boston: OKC in 6
Spurs vs Boston: Spurs in 6
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I HATE playing NBA 2K12 with the commentators. All they do is talk about how the Spurs can't win another championship and how we got dumped by Memphis last year. I'm playing against the Thunder (I couldn't wait until Sunday), and that's ALL they are talking about. Shows how much they know, cause we ARE about to win another championship. Suckas.
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I HATE playing NBA 2K12 with the commentators. All they do is talk about how the Spurs can't win another championship and how we got dumped by Memphis last year. I'm playing against the Thunder (I couldn't wait until Sunday), and that's ALL they are talking about. Shows how much they know, cause we ARE about to win another championship. Suckas.
Ayyyyeee give them a break...LOL! Nobody (except Skip Bayless) expected Spurs to be a title-contender this season, especially after getting eliminated out of the 1st round last year...HA!
:D
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Ayyyyeee give them a break...LOL! Nobody (except Skip Bayless) expected Spurs to be a title-contender this season, especially after getting eliminated out of the 1st round last year...HA!
:D
I expected them to be. I ALWAYS expect my team to win.
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I expected them to be. I ALWAYS expect my team to win.
Yeah yeah yeah....LOL!
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Well Heat end series with Indiana and will probably end up in Finals because Celtics nor Sixers are capable of beating Heat. I'd be shocked if Sixers meet Heat in Conference Finals.
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Well Heat end series with Indiana and will probably end up in Finals because Celtics nor Sixers are capable of beating Heat. I'd be shocked if Sixers meet Heat in Conference Finals.
+1 i agree and i haven't watched a single game
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Why be shocked now? Have you watched the games? The Sixers have given the Celts nothing but trouble the entire series. So, it wouldn't be shocking to me at all if the Sixers end up representing the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference Finals.
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Why be shocked now? Have you watched the games? The Sixers have given the Celts nothing but trouble the entire series. So, it wouldn't be shocking to me at all if the Sixers end up representing the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference Finals.
You know how it is, Bly is easily impressed.
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You know how it is, Bly is easily impressed.
:D :D :D :D
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Why be shocked now? Have you watched the games? The Sixers have given the Celts nothing but trouble the entire series. So, it wouldn't be shocking to me at all if the Sixers end up representing the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference Finals.
You see what had happened was....
;D :D
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Since we don't have a game to watch tonight, let's relive one of the great moments in NBA Playoff history...
Spurs beat Lakers. Derek Fisher, Kobe Bryant crying. 2003. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck9nyiwaTIg#)
;D ;D ;D
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Anither great moment between the Lakers and Spurs
Derek Fisher's 0.4 Shot (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RodiAAns6Jk#)
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Heat vs Celtics in Eastern Conference Finals: I say Heat in 6. Not sure this Celtics squad can give Heat a run for their money. Too many injuries and age. Their defense better be on target if they want a chance to get back to the Finals (if Celtics make it to the Finals they lose to whoever wins in the West in 5 games).
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It's almost time! I can almost FEEL that fifth ring on our finger. GO SPURS GO!!!!!!
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OKC/Spurs wil be an AMAZING series! Both teams capable of winning! Again, saying OKC in 7 only for the sake of consistency in picking them to meet Miami in Finals but series could go either way and unless Bosh returns we could be looking at the next NBA Champion in the West.
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I'm about to put my doctor on standby. My blood pressure can't take this!
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Derek Fisher CONTINUES to be a thorn in our side. :-\
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GINOBLIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII!!!!!
This dude went OFF! The home team takes the win, baby! GO SPURS GO!!!!!!
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GINOBLIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII!!!!!
This dude went OFF! The home team takes the win, baby! GO SPURS GO!!!!!!
Ginobli got to the rim whenever he wanted. Did you see the pass-fake he made on Durant?
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A few notes:
Derek doggone Fisher. I swear this dude has a vendetta against us. However, I think he was just hot this game. I don't think he can keep it up all series.
Turnovers. This game would have been a blowout if not for our INSANE amount of turnovers. 14 in one half is unacceptable. I think it was due in part to the layoff.
Danny Green. He took about 6 three-pointers and didn't make a single one. That's a shot we count on. He has to step it up.
Parker didn't play his best this game. If we can get him clicking at MVP level along with Ginobli, we're unstoppable.
All in all, a good win. Not as convincing as I'd like, but we'll take it. We have to come stronger next game. As Pop said, we have to get NASTY! And shoot with confidence.
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Ginobli got to the rim whenever he wanted. Did you see the pass-fake he made on Durant?
Oh did I!? That thing was beautiful.
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Did y'all see the LOOK Popovich gave Gary Neal when he threw up that crazy three-pointer? I felt a chill rush over my body. :D :D
Oh, and just a little caveat: the Spurs are 18-2 in playoff series under Gregg Popovich when winning Game 1 at home.
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Wait, Spurs won and didn't even play that well? SMH!
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Wait, Spurs won and didn't even play that well? SMH!
That's the point Chuck just made. They didn't play well and still figured out how to win. That should be the thing that troubles OKC the most. They had a 10 point lead!
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That's the point Chuck just made. They didn't play well and still figured out how to win. That should be the thing that troubles OKC the most. They had a 10 point lead!
SMH! That should trouble even the teams in the East. Imma stick with Miami as long as I can but....
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SMH! That should trouble even the teams in the East. Imma stick with Miami as long as I can but....
Just come on over to our side, bro. Walk to the light, Carol Ann.
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That game was AWESOME last night. I had to watch it twice!!
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How about dem Heat?
Wade is SO. GOOD.
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How about dem Heat?
Wade is SO. GOOD.
Dude is da troof.
When he and LeBron have the game face on at the same time.....scary.
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Last night got me back on the "Heat will win it all" bandwagon and guess what guys? I'm sticking with it (even though I still fear the West). LOL!!!
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Last night got me back on the "Heat will win it all" bandwagon and guess what guys? I'm sticking with it (even though I still fear the West). LOL!!!
(http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2010/247/1/f/wut_is_this__by_lucian9-d2y0f64.jpg)
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Ayyyye! At least I'm honest....LOL!
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Hoping Boston comes back. Loves me some Ray Allen and Rajon Rondo.
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Ayyyye! At least I'm honest....LOL!
Nothin' worse than a jellyback man... that's what my grandma said, LOL!
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Do y'all see how RELAXED my Spurs are? Ginobli and Tim Duncan is sitting on the bench playing with Tim's kids, and the game starts in like 2 minutes. This is called confidence, people.
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Holy smokes Kawai Leonard just dunked on dem boyz!!! :o :o :o :o
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I done told yall once, I'm an analyst not a fan....LOL!!! I'm only a bootleg fan of the Lakers..HAHA!
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The Spurs are just surgical!!
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THESE NINJAS CAN'T SEE US!!!!! This is just BEAUTIFUL. GO SPURS GO!!!!!!!!!
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(http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/485666_449909771704219_367810133247517_1557394_384347048_n.jpg)
I. LOVE. MY. TEAMMMMMMMM!!!!!
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I. LOVE. MY. TEAMMMMMMMM!!!!!
ROFL!
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Pop is making Scott Brooks look like a YMCA coach.
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i wonder after playing basketball for so many years does the coach become more like a team mate?
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Just gotta say: I hate the NBA lottery in determining who gets the #1 pick. I think it should be done like it is in the NFL, worst team gets #1 pick.
Btw, question of the day: Can the Spurs be the first team in NBA history to run the table? 16-0?
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Just gotta say: I hate the NBA lottery in determining who gets the #1 pick. I think it should be done like it is in the NFL, worst team gets #1 pick.
Btw, question of the day: Can the Spurs be the first team in NBA history to run the table? 16-0?
Yes we can. And in doing so, guess whose record we will beat? DEM LAKERS!!! :D
Charles Barkley said something interesting last night, and it is the reason OKC won't beat San Antonio. It's because OKC, in order to win, needs all three of their bigs to explode (Durant, Westbrook, Harden). If one of their big threes fail to explode, they're handicapped. Westbrook was that failure last night. Parker walked him like a dog.
San Antonio, on the other hand, really doesn't have a guy they need to explode because they distribute the load so efficiently. I remember Robert posting something earlier in this thread about no player on the team having over 20 points (can't remember which game it was). That's what makes San Antonio so dangerous. We are the DEFINITION of a TEAM. A team is going to beat a TRIO all 7 days of the week.
Another thing: I just don't sense any real urgency from OKC. After the game, they seemed so unmoved...as if they expect to lose. I saw no fire. Funny, because San Antonio often displays that same sense of non-urgency, but for the opposite reason...no matter how much they're down, they still expect to win (remember the Clippers game?)
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Just gotta say: I hate the NBA lottery in determining who gets the #1 pick. I think it should be done like it is in the NFL, worst team gets #1 pick.
Btw, question of the day: Can the Spurs be the first team in NBA history to run the table? 16-0?
I despise the draft lottery too. I believe the Spurs can run the table because they have so many weapons. I hate to sound corny but they are so surgical. It's fun to watch.
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So New Orleans beats out Charlotte for the #1 draft pick. The "stuff" is about to hit the fan.
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Just gotta say: I hate the NBA lottery in determining who gets the #1 pick. I think it should be done like it is in the NFL, worst team gets #1 pick.
Btw, question of the day: Can the Spurs be the first team in NBA history to run the table? 16-0?
In theory, the lottery helps discourage teams from throwing games when they know the season is lost. The result? Teams fire coaches in mid-season, which of course causes an "adjustment period" (translation: a sanctioned way to throw games). Lol.
So, in theory, I understand the concept behind the lottery. If they really want to discourage teams from throwing games and keep the league competitive throughout the season, they should consider:
A. Shortening the season
B. Putting EVERY team in the lottery. From what I recall (and you can correct me), only non-playoff teams (and teams who acquire draft rights) are in the lottery, currently.
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So New Orleans beats out Charlotte for the #1 draft pick. The "stuff" is about to hit the fan.
WHAT!? Smh!!!
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I believe you're correct LL.
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Miami's role players keep coming up big.
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Not saying Spurs are tanking but I don't think they really care whether tonight ends with them being up 3-0 or 2-1.
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I guarantee you that if Spurs end up winning title they'll look back at this game and any more losses they have from the perspective of Paul "it was good that I was afflicted." LOL!!
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They are mightily afflicted tonight!
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That game came down to one thing: OKC had to win. They played like a team that had to win. We played like a team that would like to win, but didn't really need to. I saw it from the start—so much so that I ended up sleeping through the second half. Brooks made some smart adjustments, but it's nothing Pop hasn't seen before. He will have an answer. This series and this championship is still ours. Some of our supporting cast (I'm looking at you Danny Green) have to step up, though.
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They are mightily afflicted tonight!
LOL!!!
That game came down to one thing: OKC had to win. They played like a team that had to win. We played like a team that would like to win, but didn't really need to. I saw it from the start—so much so that I ended up sleeping through the second half. Brooks made some smart adjustments, but it's nothing Pop hasn't seen before. He will have an answer. This series and this championship is still ours. Some of our supporting cast (I'm looking at you Danny Green) have to step up, though.
Yeah, if it wasn't for trying to download these videos I would have been sleep too...LOL! But I agree with all your observations.
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OKC!
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OKC eliminated us!
I took the courtesy of finishing that sentence for you.
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I took the courtesy of finishing that sentence for you.
haha, and I hope they do the same for you!
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Putting Sefalosha on TP was a smart move
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Put whatever spin you want on it, TJ, but your seemingly invincible boys got a smack-down last night. It was a thing of beauty.
To be honest, I don't know who I want to win the series. In a way, one has to admire the way coach Pop keeps producing winning teams, but on the other hand, it would be really nice to see another team represent the West in the finals.
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Put whatever spin you want on it, TJ, but your seemingly invincible boys got a smack-down last night. It was a thing of beauty.
To be honest, I don't know who I want to win the series. In a way, one has to admire the way coach Pop keeps producing winning teams, but on the other hand, it would be really nice to see another team represent the West in the finals.
That's crazy!!! Only three teams have represented the Western Conference in the NBA Finals since 1999.
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Put whatever spin you want on it, TJ, but your seemingly invincible boys got a smack-down last night. It was a thing of beauty.
To be honest, I don't know who I want to win the series. In a way, one has to admire the way coach Pop keeps producing winning teams, but on the other hand, it would be really nice to see another team represent the West in the finals.
This.
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I agree. And it is so!
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I agree. And it is so!
She has spoken!
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Put whatever spin you want on it, TJ, but your seemingly invincible boys got a smack-down last night. It was a thing of beauty.
To be honest, I don't know who I want to win the series. In a way, one has to admire the way coach Pop keeps producing winning teams, but on the other hand, it would be really nice to see another team represent the West in the finals.
Uh, what spin did I put on it? I said they played like a team that had to win and we didn't. They wanted it more. I think you and the two members of your peanut gallery got a little too excited there. But I understand...two months since our last loss, we've kept y'all waiting for this moment of gloat for a while. :D
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Uh, what spin did I put on it? I said they played like a team that had to win and we didn't. They wanted it more. I think you and the two members of your peanut gallery got a little too excited there. But I understand...two months since our last loss, we've kept y'all waiting for this moment of gloat for a while. :D
Boy, I love every Teej except sports Teej. He's a jerk. :D
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Boy, I love every Teej except sports Teej. He's a jerk. :D
Y'all know how I feel about Auburn and about my Spurs. If you step into one of those territories with negativity, then—in the words of Bruce Banner—I can't be held responsible for what the "other guy" does. ;D
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Y'all know how I feel about Auburn and about my Spurs. If you step into one of those territories with negativity, then—in the words of Bruce Banner—I can't be held responsible for what the "other guy" does. ;D
I love little brother either way. One out of two aint bad LOL.
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Boy, I love every Teej except sports Teej. He's a jerk. :D
*slowly nods head* :D
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Boy, I love every Teej except sports Teej. He's a jerk. :D
I literally LOL'd
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I would rather see anybody other than the Heat win this year. I used to love D Wade but now he's a jerk!
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Game time.
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A lot on the line tonight.
Question: Is this the last season we'll see the KG/Pierce/Allen Big 3 or do you see one more ride? I think it's done after this season.
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Just read something on bleacherreport.com about Garnett possibly retiring after this season. That wouldn't surprise me at all.
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I couldn't say this last night because I didn't want to be accused of "spinning" ::), but after watching this Boston-Miami game, I can't help but think of a book I read from by one of the former NBA refs about how they would be instructed to "ensure" certain outcomes, especially in the playoffs. If San Antonio won Game 3, the series would've been over...meaning no one would tune in. If Miami won Game 3, the series would've been over...meaning no one would tune in. That's 4 games with lackluster ratings. That's a LOT of money down the tank leading into a long layoff. I just find it odd how two unstoppable teams would simultaneously fall apart all of the sudden. Pop has a history of pulling his players when he sees the refs playing "that" type of game...and he did so QUITE early last night.
Again, not trying to "spin" ::)...just wondering.
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I couldn't say this last night because I didn't want to be accused of "spinning" ::), but after watching this Boston-Miami game, I can't help but think of a book I read from by one of the former NBA refs about how they would be instructed to "ensure" certain outcomes, especially in the playoffs. If San Antonio won Game 3, the series would've been over...meaning no one would tune in. If Miami won Game 3, the series would've been over...meaning no one would tune in. That's 4 games with lackluster ratings. That's a LOT of money down the tank leading into a long layoff. I just find it odd how two unstoppable teams would simultaneously fall apart all of the sudden. Pop has a history of pulling his players when he sees the refs playing "that" type of game...and he did so QUITE early last night.
Again, not trying to "spin" ::)...just wondering.
NBA Conspiracy Theory 102
Irregardless, Celtics lose this series in 5 or 6.
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NBA Conspiracy Theory 102
Irregardless, Celtics lose this series in 5 or 6.
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Okc is playing with bad intentions tonight....FA'REAL!! Ladies and gentlemen we have a Dejuan Blair sighting. :o :o :o
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OKC in 7.
I'm expecting Spurs to win Game 5, and OKC to win Game 6 and Game 7 on a last second shot by Durant. Not surprised at all with the way this series has turned.
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Right.
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TJ's Spin:
Both of OKC's wins have come from fluke games. First Sefalosha in Game 2 and now Ibaka/Perkins in Game 3. This is the reason I don't think SA needs to push the panic button. They won't have these type of games again, especially not on the road. On our end: our defense MUST come together. Our offense wasn't bad, but our defense has to lock down. Kevin Durant went off like a madman in the second-half, which is to be expected. But without Ibaka and Perkins' fluke performances, we still could've won. Like I said, they won't have these type of games again, so we shouldn't build our game plan around them. Stick to shutting down Durant, Harden, and Westbrook.
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TJ's Spin:
Both of OKC's wins have come from fluke games. First Sefalosha in Game 2 and now Ibaka/Perkins in Game 3. This is the reason I don't think SA needs to push the panic button. They won't have these type of games again, especially not on the road. On our end: our defense MUST come together. Our offense wasn't bad, but our defense has to lock down. Kevin Durant went off like a madman in the second-half, which is to be expected. But without Ibaka and Perkins' fluke performances, we still could've won. Like I said, they won't have these type of games again, so we shouldn't build our game plan around them. Stick to shutting down Durant, Harden, and Westbrook.
Spurs in 6 or 7?
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Spurs in 6 or 7?
I can't honestly say. That OKC crowd is scary. But as I said, both of their wins have been a result of fluke performances. Sefalosha won't have a career-high game again. Serge Ibaka will not shoot a PERFECT game again. Serge/Collinson/Perkins will not combine for darn near half the points again. And you can't exactly promise that Durant will go off like a mad man again. That's what makes it so hard to gauge, because OKC depends on one or two players going off to win, whereas San Antonio distributes the workload so evenly that no one has to go over 20 points to win. I think we can do it in 6. The home court advantage will give us a lift, and we saw some light when Blair came in. Pop is going to capitalize on that. I think the next game will be the telling story. When we win Game 5, OKC is going to realize that they have a daunting task of beating us twice in a row, once on the road. That's going to be quite intimidating.
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Another thing: that doggone Danny Green. He is a KEY piece of our offense, and he has not stepped up AT ALL. He's playing like the Danny Green that almost got cut. Pop has to find some way to slap him into shape.
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I can't honestly say. That OKC crowd is scary. But as I said, both of their wins have been a result of fluke performances. Sefalosha won't have a career-high game again. Serge Ibaka will not shoot a PERFECT game again. Serge/Collinson/Perkins will not combine for darn near half the points again. And you can't exactly promise that Durant will go off like a mad man again. That's what makes it so hard to gauge, because OKC depends on one or two players going off to win, whereas San Antonio distributes the workload so evenly that no one has to go over 20 points to win. I think we can do it in 6. The home court advantage will give us a lift, and we saw some light when Blair came in. Pop is going to capitalize on that. I think the next game will be the telling story. When we win Game 5, OKC is going to realize that they have a daunting task of beating us twice in a row, once on the road. That's going to be quite intimidating.
Interesting points!
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I'm glad to see these two series being competitive. For a moment, I thought both the Heat and the Spurs were just going to run away with each series. I should have known not to count out Boston so quickly. They're so well-coached, and Rondo is just a beast. KG and Pierce have hearts of champions. So, despite a less than stellar regular season, I should have known these boys would come to play.
OKC, on the other hand, carried the best record in the NBA most of the season for a reason. After the first two games, I was beginning to think that their season was a fluke. But, now they're playing ball. It's still an uphill climb, seeing that San Antonio maintains the home-court advantage. But, at least we have a series again.
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sit down Duncan
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After the playoffs, the Celtics are going to look A LOT different. There's a rumor that KG is going to retire....I'll believe it when I see it.
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Pulling for the Celtics tonight! #miserylovescompany :D
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Pulling for the Celtics tonight! #miserylovescompany :D
...I've never seen so many open threes so early.....*sigh*
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Don't care about Celtics huge lead until the end of 3rd quarter/early-mid 4th quarter. Celtics should be up 2-1 if they had taken care of things in game 2.
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I'd love to see the checks Stern is writing these refs. ::)
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I've been a Rondo fan since early on in his career, but man oh man this kid is REALLY special. His passing tonight is a thing of beauty.
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I've been a Rondo fan since early on in his career, but man on man this kid is REALLY special. His passing tonight is a thing of beauty.
One of the most underrated players in the league. Chris Paul, Deron Williams, Rajon Rondo.
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Imagine Celtics at full strength.....SMH!
2010 is ringing in my head again. No one thought we'd see Lakers/Celtics in Finals again and if it wasn't for the Perkins injury Celtics would have won another title!
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Imagine Celtics at full strength.....SMH!
2010 is ringing in my head again. No one thought we'd see Lakers/Celtics in Finals again and if it wasn't for the Perkins injury Celtics would have won another title!
And you know this... how?
With Perkins, they would have increased their chances. But having him didn't guarantee anything.
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Imagine Celtics at full strength.....SMH!
2010 is ringing in my head again. No one thought we'd see Lakers/Celtics in Finals again and if it wasn't for the Perkins injury Celtics would have won another title!
Imagine the Heat at full strength. :P
How about the Heat coming back to tie it up?
It looks like age. The Celtics and their older team come out fired up and put up a ton of points, but then as the game wears on and they get tired the younger Heat team gets back into it.
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OMG! THIS GAME COMING DOWN TO THE WIRE!!
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Huge calls and Lebron ties it with a 3 and Miami has a chance to win this game. Boston's season and possibly an era on the line! Whew!
Btw Miami at full strength = heavy favorite to win title!
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21 seconds left. Let's go!
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Ugh. TERRIBLE possession. Terrible.
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Overtime = Miami wins! #thatisall
I think Lebron should have drove it in, got the contact, made 1 of 2 free throws and Miami wins.
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Lebron James has fouled out...WOW!
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BYE LBJ!!!!!
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14 sec left in OT, Heat with the ball down 2...here we go again!
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Man. Wade had a GREAT look.
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Man. Wade had a GREAT look.
Yes sir! Folk on twitter saying Chalmers was open. I didn't see that.
See Celtics should have did their job in Game 2 and they'd have a surprising 3-1 lead....SMH!
These NBA playoffs are off the hook! Both series at least going to 6 (still think Heat win it in 6 and OKC in 7).
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That would've been a magical play had Wade hit. But the selfish part of me is glad he didn't. Welcome to 2-2 land, Miami. :)
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That would've been a magical play had Wade hit. But the selfish part of me is glad he didn't. Welcome to 2-2 land, Miami. :)
Indeed
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Trying to keep myself busy before the game. As nervous as I am, you'd think I was playing in it. :D
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Fell asleep before the last two games ended...I will try to do the same tonight!!! Go OKC!!!
#TeamLakers!!!!!
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Fell asleep before the last two games ended...I will try to do the same tonight!!! Go OKC!!!
#TeamLakers!!!!!
Kobe at Disneyland over the weekend:
(http://i368.photobucket.com/albums/oo126/theybf/June%202012/8428ebf8.jpg)
It must be hard to hate while your team is at HOME.
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Game 5 is a must win for both teams equally but probably more for OKC. Still think this series goes to 7.
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I know we have a full half left but I'm beginning to wonder if the momentum of this series is shifting to OKC. Spurs look nothing like the team that many started buying into winning the title. This is getting very interesting.
I change my mind: the pressure to win game 5 is on Spurs. OKC is great at home!
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And as soon as I run my mouth, here come the Spurs....SMH!
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Omg Manu Ginobli is on fiyah...FA'REAL!!! :o :o :o
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Kevin Durant is the anti-Lebron....lol!!! :D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Just thinking:
It would be so ironic if Derek Fisher wins his 6th title after being cut by the team that has a player trying to get ring #6 and be possibly the greatest player since Jordan. Every black church in America would preach a sermon series based on Derek Fisher.
That's a scary thought to me....SMH!
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Just thinking:
It would be so ironic if Derek Fisher wins his 6th title after being cut by the team that has a player trying to get ring #6 and be possibly the greatest player since Jordan. Every black church in America would preach a sermon series based on Derek Fisher.
That's a scary thought to me....SMH!
The Thunder has what it takes to make that happen. Even if Fisher did get ring number 6, no one would ever put him in the same sentence as MJ. :-\
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The Thunder has what it takes to make that happen. Even if Fisher did get ring number 6, no one would ever put him in the same sentence as MJ. :-\
Absolutely! I meant to say that it would be ironic if Fisher gets 6th title after being cut from the team that has Kobe who's trying to get #6 to be in discussion of greatest player since MJ. Fisher not even close to Kobe....LOL!!
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And the Spurs' weakness is still their inside game. It's being exposed right now! Same probably they had last year. Again, this series is turning!
But here come the Spurs again....
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And the Spurs' weakness is still their inside game. It's being exposed right now! Same probably they had last year. Again, this series is turning!
But here come the Spurs again....
I meant same PROBLEM not probably....LOL!
That 3 pointer by Harden may do it...SMH! Wow!
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OKC has seriously impressed me! Down 0-2 and have won 3 in a row! That is the pedigree of a champion! So many of us bought into the hype of Spurs as the favorite and I said this series could go either way. What a series! What a comeback by OKC! They can close the deal Wednesday. Wow! SMH!
Mr. Spurs AKA TJ, what's your response?
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Father, what has happened to my team...
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Father, what has happened to my team...
And here's the father's response:
"Thy team has ran into a hungry and focused young gunned team that stayeth ready to make it to thee Finals."
:D
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And here's the father's response:
"Thy team has ran into a hungry and focused young gunned team that stayeth ready to make it to thee Finals."
:D
I'm not even going to wait until after the series is over this year...
*Ignore list*
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I'm not even going to wait until after the series is over this year...
*Ignore list*
LOL!
But for real though, TOs killed you all tonight! Too many of them!
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All I can say is WoW!!! :o :o :o
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Just thinking:
It would be so ironic if Derek Fisher wins his 6th title after being cut by the team that has a player trying to get ring #6 and be possibly the greatest player since Jordan. Every black church in America would preach a sermon series based on Derek Fisher.
That's a scary thought to me....SMH!
The Lakers didn't cut him...we traded him, c'mon mr. analyst!!!! ;) ;) :D :D :D
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I hope KD get his ring this year!!!! Didn't I predict the Thunder in 6?!!!!
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I hope KD get his ring this year!!!! Didn't I predict the Thunder in 6?!!!!
We know Kobe ain't getting another one, so you might as well jump ship.
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And here's the father's response:
"Thy team has ran into a hungry and focused young gunned team that stayeth ready to make it to thee Finals."
If you're going to quote Him, at least get the grammar right! :D
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If you're going to quote Him, at least get the grammar right! :D
Yes, Jesus. ::)
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And here's the father's response:
"Thy team has ran into a hungry and focused young gunned team that stayeth ready to make it to thee Finals."
:D
For your perusal:
(http://mickmooney.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Untitled-5.png)
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For your perusal:
([url]http://mickmooney.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Untitled-5.png[/url])
iHollered
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#nocomment
LOL!!
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Predictions:
Tonight: I expect Heat to win Game 5. Game 5 pressure is on the Heat, especially if Bosh plays at all tonight.
Tomorrow: I expect OKC to close the deal. There's no way they lose game 6 because they do not want to go back to SA for a Game 7.
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OKC has seriously impressed me! Down 0-2 and have won 3 in a row! That is the pedigree of a champion! So many of us bought into the hype of Spurs as the favorite and I said this series could go either way. What a series! What a comeback by OKC! They can close the deal Wednesday. Wow! SMH!
Mr. Spurs AKA TJ, what's your response?
How quickly the tables turn... I'm here for you Teej. I won't kick you when you're down. This Laker fan knows how to do good to those that dog her out.
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How quickly the tables turn... I'm here for you Teej. I won't kick you when you're down. This Laker fan knows how to do good to those that dog her out.
I will!!!
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Last time I checked, my team is still in the running. YOUR team is at home. Therefore if anyone's going to be doing any kicking, it's yours truly.
The bad part is that it's only fun to kick Laker fans when they're actually serious contenders. That surely isn't the case anymore, and won't be for a while now that the whole team is eyeing retirement. What's that, you say? Only Kobe is eyeing retirement? Like I said...the whole team. Thus, if you won't your opinion to be relevant again, RUN....don't walk...to a new team. OKC seems to be the bandwagon of choice these days, so I suggest them.
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Last time I checked, my team is still in the running. YOUR team is at home. Therefore if anyone's going to be doing any kicking, it's yours truly.
The bad part is that it's only fun to kick Laker fans when they're actually serious contenders. That surely isn't the case anymore, and won't be for a while now that the whole team is eyeing retirement. What's that, you say? Only Kobe is eyeing retirement? Like I said...the whole team. Thus, if you won't your opinion to be relevant again, RUN....don't walk...to a new team. OKC seems to be the bandwagon of choice these days, so I suggest them.
Wait, whut?
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Wait, whut?
If 'typo-corrections' didn't count toward post-count, PH would have overcome you by now. ::) :D
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If 'typo-corrections' didn't count toward post-count, PH would have overcome you by now. ::) :D
:D :D
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Last time I checked, my team is still in the running. YOUR team is at home. Therefore if anyone's going to be doing any kicking, it's yours truly.
The bad part is that it's only fun to kick Laker fans when they're actually serious contenders. That surely isn't the case anymore, and won't be for a while now that the whole team is eyeing retirement. What's that, you say? Only Kobe is eyeing retirement? Like I said...the whole team. Thus, if you won't your opinion to be relevant again, RUN....don't walk...to a new team. OKC seems to be the bandwagon of choice these days, so I suggest them.
See, I was trying to be nice, but let's talk about it. You ain't one to speak on whole teams retiring as a Spurs fan. Secondly, everything you said about the Lakers can be said about your team at this very moment in time, soon to include the "at home" comment. *drops mic*
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See, I was trying to be nice, but let's talk about it. You ain't one to speak on whole teams retiring as a Spurs fan. Secondly, everything you said about the Lakers can be said about your team at this very moment in time, soon to include the "at home" comment. *drops mic*
Everything I said about the Lakers = fact. These are just disgruntled opinions from disgruntled fans with the best seats in the house....THE COUCH! You would think that when a team gets eliminated, they'd take their fans with them. If that were the case, I'd be the ONLY person posting in this thread. But nooooo...here y'all are, STEADY trying to push my buttons.
We see Cordney has already jumped ship to OKC. Who's your pick? Utah? Oh wait, we beat them too.
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Everything I said about the Lakers = fact. These are just disgruntled opinions from disgruntled fans with the best seats in the house....THE COUCH! You would think that when a team gets eliminated, they'd take their fans with them. If that were the case, I'd be the ONLY person posting in this thread. But nooooo...here y'all are, STEADY trying to push my buttons.
We see Cordney has already jumped ship to OKC. Who's your pick? Utah? Oh wait, we beat them too.
;D ;D ;D You crazy brother.
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Everything I said about the Lakers = fact. These are just disgruntled opinions from disgruntled fans with the best seats in the house....THE COUCH! You would think that when a team gets eliminated, they'd take their fans with them. If that were the case, I'd be the ONLY person posting in this thread. But nooooo...here y'all are, STEADY trying to push my buttons.
We see Cordney has already jumped ship to OKC. Who's your pick? Utah? Oh wait, we beat them too.
Dude, as soon as the Lakers were out I picked OKC to win. Question is, who are you gonna pick? :D
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Dude, as soon as the Lakers were out I picked OKC to win. Question is, who are you gonna pick? :D
You said that like you EXPECTED them to get knocked out. Then again, how could you NOT expect it? After all, it was only a mere year ago that the world watched the Lakers' only hope walk straight out of the building...
(http://i2.cdn.turner.com/si/2011/writers/jack_mccallum/05/08/phil.jackson/jackson-done.jpg)
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You said that like you EXPECTED them to get knocked out. Then again, how could you NOT expect it? After all, it was only a mere year ago that the world watched the Lakers' only hope walk straight out of the building...
([url]http://i2.cdn.turner.com/si/2011/writers/jack_mccallum/05/08/phil.jackson/jackson-done.jpg[/url])
Are you expecting it? :D
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Gettin' real in here. :D :D :D
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Are you expecting it? :D
About as much as I'm expecting the Lakers to win another championship. In other words, NOPE!
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Man it's amazing how quickly this series changed!?!?! I thought the Thunder was dead in the wawtuh(int) but they're proving me wrong...FA'REAL!!
Predictions
Heat vs Thunder in Finals
Thunder in 6
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Man it's amazing how quickly this series changed!?!?! I thought the Thunder was dead in the wawtuh(int) but they're proving me wrong...FA'REAL!!
Predictions
Heat vs Thunder in Finals
Thunder in 6
Very good prediction. Right now I'll say Heat in 7. Wait a minute: who has homecourt in a Heat/Thunder Finals?
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Everything I said about the Lakers = fact. These are just disgruntled opinions from disgruntled fans with the best seats in the house....THE COUCH! You would think that when a team gets eliminated, they'd take their fans with them. If that were the case, I'd be the ONLY person posting in this thread. But nooooo...here y'all are, STEADY trying to push my buttons.
We see Cordney has already jumped ship to OKC. Who's your pick? Utah? Oh wait, we beat them too.
I'm a realistic fan! I know my team can't win it every year. We had a lot of holes to fill...new coach, new system, and a weakness at point guard...factor in that we didn't have a (decent) bench, and I knew our chances were slim. As far as jumping ship...that isn't in my blood. I chose OKC for a couple of reasons- 1) They beat my Lakers 2) I hate the other teams that are left in the playoffs 3) I'm a Kevin Durant fan, so if Kobe can't get #6 this year, I hope KD gets #1.
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I picked the Thunder because no one has won the regular season MVP and a championship since Tim Duncan in 2003. Maybe Lebron will buck that trend. *shrug*
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This game is getting interesting. 42-40 Miami leading at halftime. Still expecting Miami to pull this through. All pressure is on Miami. Like I heard someone say, no one expected Boston to get this far.
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Let's go BOSTON!!!
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Let's go BOSTON!!!
Only reason you want Boston is that if Spurs somehow win 2 and get to the Finals y'all will beat Boston in a sweep...LOL!
;D
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Only reason you want Boston is that if Spurs somehow win 2 and get to the Finals y'all will beat Boston in a sweep...LOL!
;D
Uh, no. We can beat Miami or Boston. But I told y'all before, misery loves company. It'll be a bit more comforting if another "favorite" has to deal with 3-2. ;)
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Uh, no. We can beat Miami or Boston. But I told y'all before, misery loves company. It'll be a bit more comforting if another "favorite" has to deal with 3-2. ;)
Ahhh gotcha!
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OMG! A 15-1 run to end the 3rd quarter with Celtics leading 65-60 heading to the 4th quarter. Wow! Lebron and DWade better play smart! They DO NOT want to go to Boston down 3-2!
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OMG! A 15-1 run to end the 3rd quarter with Celtics leading 65-60 heading to the 4th quarter. Wow! Lebron and DWade better play smart! They DO NOT want to go to Boston down 3-2!
came here to post the same.
15-1 run in the semifinals. SMH. Somebody wants to go home
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Miami within 1. I expect them to pull out the win.
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Man the Celtics make me sick! ::)
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Bosh needs to be in for Miami. The pressure is all on Miami.
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WHAT A SHOT BY PIERCE....WOW!! Not calling it done against DWade and Lebron but feels like last night with Harden....SMH!
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Annnnnnnd...welcome to the club Miami. :(
Don't worry. I still believe in BOTH of us. San Antonio vs Miami for the Championship!
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Annnnnnnd...welcome to the club Miami. :(
Don't worry. I still believe in BOTH of us. San Antonio vs Miami for the Championship!
Wow!!
And honestly, I give Miami a better chance to force a game 7 than San Antonio but either team capable of doing it...SMH!
Can't believe this! But this is good for both teams on the West....SMH!
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And honestly, I give Miami a better chance to force a game 7 than San Antonio but either team capable of doing it...SMH!
O ye of little faith. I REBUKE your negativity.
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yall still on this Miami kick, but you gotta realize the Celtics may have won three straight, but they've been playing well for four. In that loss of Game 2 is when Rondo got that 42, they just happened to lose
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What an intense game. It's really cool to see team's superstars go all out.
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yall still on this Miami kick, but you gotta realize the Celtics may have won three straight, but they've been playing well for four. In that loss of Game 2 is when Rondo got that 42, they just happened to lose
That's what I keep saying. If Celtics had played smart in 2nd half of game 2 Celtics would clinch tonight...SMH!
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What an intense game. It's really cool to see team's superstars go all out.
that is why i love the playoffs and the finals only the cream of the crop
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Man they move fast!!!!
(https://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/526935_453970157946677_100000010915148_1694429_258471684_n.jpg)
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And now the issue is being brought up if the coach should be fired or if the Big 3 should be torn apart if Miami loses this series...
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And now the issue is being brought up if the coach should be fired or if the Big 3 should be torn apart if Miami loses this series...
... lol maybe Howard is thinking of making a bigger show than Lebron's decision LOL
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... lol maybe Howard is thinking of making a bigger show than Lebron's decision LOL
True that!
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I am so sick of Miami complaining. You stock pile your team with three of the greatest players in the league and STILL have to find someone to blame. What do they need, an Olympic team coached by Phil Jackson with Red Auerbach as the assistant? Sheesh.
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I am so sick of Miami complaining. You stock pile your team with three of the greatest players in the league and STILL have to find someone to blame. What do they need, an Olympic team coached by Phil Jackson with Red Auerbach as the assistant? Sheesh.
Two players scored in double figures for the Heat last night. I'll give you one guess at who those two players were.
Those two great players can win you a lot of games, and those role players can occasionally have a good game and make the Heat look dominant, but it's fool's gold. They need depth.
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Two players scored in double figures for the Heat last night. I'll give you one guess at who those two players were.
Those two great players can win you a lot of games, and those role players can occasionally have a good game and make the Heat look dominant, but it's fool's gold. They need depth.
It's hard to acquire that depth when you have three guys with max contracts.
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I feel a healthy Bosh would have made a difference in this series. You saw it in just the few minutes he played last night. Wade and James gave great efforts on both ends of the floor last night. They can't be blamed for the loss- one, the other, or both likely will be, but it wasn't them.
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I feel a healthy Bosh would have made a difference in this series. You saw it in just the few minutes he played last night. Wade and James gave great efforts on both ends of the floor last night. They can't be blamed for the loss- one, the other, or both likely will be, but it wasn't them.
I feel Bosh would've made a difference as well, but I don't know if it would've been enough to lead them to the Finals; albeit, this series isn't over. When he was on the floor last night, the Heat turned the ball over 7 times and were outscored too. My only problem with Wade, and I'm a Wade fan, is he seems to only show up in the 2nd half or 4th quarter...mini-Tebow effect, lol.
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I feel Bosh would've made a difference as well, but I don't know if it would've been enough to lead them to the Finals; albeit, this series isn't over. When he was on the floor last night, the Heat turned the ball over 7 times and were outscored too. My only problem with Wade, and I'm a Wade fan, is he seems to only show up in the 2nd half or 4th quarter...mini-Tebow effect, lol.
That's a recent thing. Likely because they're game-planning for Wade and the Heat make adjustments at halftime.
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It's hard to acquire that depth when you have three guys with max contracts.
They don't have max contracts. They all took less money...but yeah, they still make a heckuvalot.
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that is why i love the playoffs and the finals only the cream of the crop
My favorite thing is that despite all the commentators and absolute statements, you can't really count anybody out. Dramatic comebacks and coming through for your team when it's all but over is what makes the game great for me.
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My favorite thing is that despite all the commentators and absolute statements, you can't really count anybody out. Dramatic comebacks and coming through for your team when it's all but over is what makes the game great for me.
Then why are you counting my team out? SMH...#doubleminded
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Then why are you counting my team out? SMH...#doubleminded
I didn't count you guys out. I just had to give it to you because YOU'RE SUCH A JERK!
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I didn't count you guys out. I just had to give it to you because YOU'RE SUCH A JERK!
*nods head slowly*
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I didn't count you guys out. I just had to give it to you because YOU'RE SUCH A JERK!
YALL came for ME. I didn't say anything to ANYONE. But as soon as my team loses, everyone wants to give me a hard time, mocking my team like THEIR team ain't sitting at home (or playing pickup ball with Chris Brown in Ron Artest's case). If you can't stand the heat, don't be busting in the kitchen.
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YALL came for ME. I didn't say anything to ANYONE. But as soon as my team loses, everyone wants to give me a hard time, mocking my team like THEIR team ain't sitting at home (or playing pickup ball with Chris Brown in Ron Artest's case). If you can't stand the heat, don't be busting in the kitchen.
DUDE, I tried to be nice to you, and then you came talking smack...
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DUDE, I tried to be nice to you, and then you came talking smack...
You call that blatant patronizing "being nice"? Puh....
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Nessa (http://borbon.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/nervous.gif?w=584) SirTJ
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YALL came for ME. I didn't say anything to ANYONE. But as soon as my team loses, everyone wants to give me a hard time, mocking my team like THEIR team ain't sitting at home (or playing pickup ball with Chris Brown in Ron Artest's case). If you can't stand the heat, don't be busting in the kitchen.
Dude, you've been comin' for the Lakers (and their fans) since, at least, page 45.
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Nessa ([url]http://borbon.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/nervous.gif?w=584[/url]) SirTJ
:D :D :D
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Dude, you've been comin' for the Lakers (and their fans) since, at least, page 49.
I'm surprised you actually contributed something other than a head nod. :D
And if you'd assessed correctly, you'd know that my hangup with these arrogant Lakers fans goes back to last year when they RIDICULED me after we got dumped the first round. Much of this was even done off LGM! These jokers even took it all the way to SOCIAL MEDIA. But now the tables have turned and they want some "pity". Suddenly I'm the jerk. PLEASE! They can dish it, but can't take it. I don't feel an OUNCE of pity for them. Not an ounce.
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I'm surprised you actually contributed something other than a head nod. :D
And if you'd assessed correctly, you'd know that my hangup with these arrogant Lakers fans goes back to last year when they RIDICULED me after we got dumped the first round. Much of this was even done off LGM! These jokers even took it all the way to SOCIAL MEDIA. But now the tables have turned and they want some "pity". Suddenly I'm the jerk. PLEASE! They can dish it, but can't take it. I don't feel an OUNCE of pity for them. Not an ounce.
Actually, if you'd assessed correctly, you'd see that I've contributed more than just a head nod. ;) :D
Now, I can't speak for what goes on outside of LGM, I can't even really speak to what occurred in last year's basketball thread (I suppose I could pull it up if I were so inclined). What I can attest to is the fact that from a cursory position in this thread, you have been, using Nessa's word, a jerk.
Now bruh, I love ya like a play cousing but when it comes to 'your' teams, you're a bit...obsessive. It really hasn't been a good look for you but if you like it, I love it. *kanyeshrug*
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I'm surprised you actually contributed something other than a head nod. :D
And if you'd assessed correctly, you'd know that my hangup with these arrogant Lakers fans goes back to last year when they RIDICULED me after we got dumped the first round. Much of this was even done off LGM! These jokers even took it all the way to SOCIAL MEDIA. But now the tables have turned and they want some "pity". Suddenly I'm the jerk. PLEASE! They can dish it, but can't take it. I don't feel an OUNCE of pity for them. Not an ounce.
Wait, I didn't say anything to you on FB about the Spurs going down. I don't even remember who went out in the first round last year. Obviously, we have some deep hurts from last year that are unresolved. :D
Teejie, Ness loves you (and you KNOW this man). I may even love you more than my precious Kobe. So I'm sorry if I went too far ragging on the Spurs (even though I don't remember it). Now STOP BEING A JERK!
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Obviously, we have some deep hurts from last year that are unresolved. :D
Now STOP BEING A JERK!
Yea, really, and :D :D
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Actually, if you'd asssessed correctly, you'd see that I've contributed more than just a head nod. ;) :D
Now, I can't speak for what goes on outside of LGM, I can't even really speak to what occurred in last year's basketball thread (I suppose I could pull it up if I were so inclined). What I can attest to is the fact that from a cursory position in this thread, you have been, using Nessa's word, a jerk.
It really hasn't been a good look for you but if you like it, I love it. *kanyeshrug*
Ummm...you do know it's all fun and games right? Ain't nobody beefing. I'm just joshing. And if I know Ness like I think I do, I know she is too. This is LGM...this is what we do. We joke around, we laugh at each other, we have fun. At least I do.
NOW...with that being said, I don't want to hear from NO MORE Lakers fans until this series is over. I'm supposed to be sending positive vibes of energy to my team, and y'all are dousing me with too much negativity.
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Ummm...you do know it's all fun and games right? Ain't nobody beefing. I'm just joshing. And if I know Ness like I think I do, I know she is too. This is LGM...this is what we do. We joke around, we laugh at each other, we have fun. At least I do.
NOW...with that being said, I don't want to hear from NO MORE Lakers fans until this series is over. I'm supposed to be sending positive energy to my team, and y'all are dousing me with too much negativity.
Are you sure that's negativity? If I were you I wouldn't light any matches for the time being.
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Ummm...you do know it's all fun and games right? Ain't nobody beefing. I'm just joshing. And if I know Ness like I think I do, I know she is too. This is LGM...this is what we do. We joke around, we laugh at each other, we have fun. At least I do.
NOW...with that being said, I don't want to hear from NO MORE Lakers fans until this series is over. I'm supposed to be sending positive energy to my team, and y'all are dousing me with too much negativity.
Uh... yeah... joking... *hides kleenex and wipes eyes* :D :D :D
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Are you sure that's negativity? If I were you I wouldn't light any matches for the time being.
PWA!!!!
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Uh... yeah... joking... *hides kleenex and wipes eyes* :D :D :D
Sorry, Ness. I cried when my Spurs got curb-stomped last year, too.
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Are you sure that's negativity? If I were you I wouldn't light any matches for the time being.
Funny man. :D
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Are you sure that's negativity? If I were you I wouldn't light any matches for the time being.
:D :D :D
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Ummm...you do know it's all fun and games right? Ain't nobody beefing. I'm just joshing. And if I know Ness like I think I do, I know she is too. This is LGM...this is what we do. We joke around, we laugh at each other, we have fun. At least I do.
NOW...with that being said, I don't want to hear from NO MORE Lakers fans until this series is over. I'm supposed to be sending positive vibes of energy to my team, and y'all are dousing me with too much negativity.
Ummm...ok, I guess. :-\ :D
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Actually, if you'd asssessed correctly, you'd see that I've contributed more than just a head nod. ;) :D
Now, I can't speak for what goes on outside of LGM, I can't even really speak to what occurred in last year's basketball thread (I suppose I could pull it up if I were so inclined). What I can attest to is the fact that from a cursory position in this thread, you have been, using Nessa's word, a jerk.
Now bruh, I love ya like a play cousing but when it comes to 'your' teams, you're a bit...obsessive. It really hasn't been a good look for you but if you like it, I love it. *kanyeshrug*
A lot of booty being shown in these post ;D ;D but nevertheless, the Spurs shall overcome. Some day? Today? Hopefully it will be today.
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A lot of booty being shown in these post ;D ;D
Good catch... but ummm... :D
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Hilarious!
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A lot of booty being shown in these post ;D ;D but nevertheless, the Spurs shall overcome. Some day? Today? Hopefully it will be today.
I see what you did there. :D
Now THIS man knows what he's talking about. This is the kind of wise, positive insight this thread needs.
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I see what you did there. :D
Now THIS man knows what he's talking about. This is the kind of wise, positive insight this thread needs.
The Spurs will lose in 6...
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The Spurs will lose in 6...
See this? But I'm the jerk. ::)
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The Spurs will lose in 6...
He said positive, so you have to rephrase. Like this, "The Spurs will succeed at going home early after game six", or you could just say "OKC will win in six" also positive. ;)
I'm just helping Cord express himself, I'm not downing the Spurs... :D
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Cord, I don't think Teej likes you very much. What can we do to fix this? Come, let's reason together.
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See this? But I'm the jerk. ::)
I'm giving you my prediction for this series...how am I being a jerk? 8) 8) 8)
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He said positive, so you have to rephrase. Like this, "The Spurs will succeed at going home early after game six", or you could just say "OKC will win in six" also positive. ;)
I'm just helping Cord express himself, I'm not downing the Spurs... :D
Let me guess...this is you "being nice" again. Of course I can't respond, since I don't want to be a "jerk". SMH...it really is lonely at the top.
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See this? But I'm the jerk. ::)
Uh, yea. I'm not sure of the problem as all he did was make a prediction. *kanyeshrug*
Now Nessa, on the other hand....SMH.
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I predict the Spurs will win in 6.
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I predict the Spurs will win in 6.
Now, THIS, Teej....SMH!!
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Let me guess...this is you "being nice" again. Of course I can't respond, since I don't want to be a "jerk". SMH...it really is lonely at the top.
You know I can't resist a nice set up. I would've had to take that one even if we were talking about the National Bowling League. It was just out there all nicely wrapped screaming for me to take it.
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I'm giving you my prediction for this series...how am I being a jerk? 8) 8) 8)
Right. ::)
I predict the Spurs will win in 6.
*Pulls Hasmo to the side* Bro, we're down 3-2. Winning in 6 is impossible. We're supposed to be speaking positivity, not impossibility. I appreciate the support, though. :D
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*Pulls Hasmo to the side* Bro, we're down 3-2. Winning in 6 is impossible. We're supposed to be speaking positivity, not impossibility. I appreciate the support, though. :D
LOL!!! I didn't even catch that. He's obviously a paid Teej supporter.
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Right. ::)
*Pulls Hasmo to the side* Bro, we're down 3-2. Winning in 6 is impossible. We're supposed to be speaking positivity, not impossibility. I appreciate the support, though. :D
:D :D :D
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Oh ye of very little foresight. 2 + 4 = 6 The faith of this fan goes far beyond this series.
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Oh ye of very little foresight. 2 + 4 = 6 The faith of this fan goes far beyond this series.
You know what? You're right. Our faith should be BIG. Our God SPECIALIZES in things impossible. Spurs in 6, doggonit!
And the Lakers will win a championship next year! What's that? Delusion and faith are not the same thing? Oh my bad.
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You know what? You're right. Our faith should be BIG. Our God SPECIALIZES in things impossible. Spurs in 6, doggonit!
And the Lakers will win a championship next year! What's that? Delusion and faith are not the same thing? Oh my bad.
Well, if you're anything you're consistent. :D :D :D
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I really hope the Heat lose because I want them to break up the big 3. I really believe that Lebron and Wade would be better off apart than they are together. Having said that though, I still believe the Heat will make it to the Finals and lose in 6 games.
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Well, if you're anything you're consistent. :D :D :D
Sooner or later reality will set in!!!
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Cord, I don't think Teej likes you very much. What can we do to fix this? Come, let's reason together.
I have nothing but love for Teej...the Spurs are the ones that I have an issue with
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I really hope the Heat lose because I want them to break up the big 3. I really believe that Lebron and Wade would be better off apart than they are together. Having said that though, I still believe the Heat will make it to the Finals and lose in 6 games.
Hmmm
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I wish TNT would get rid of Shaq. He contributes NOTHING to the discussions, and keeps screaming all over the other guys when they're trying to make valid points. All he does is repackage everything Kenny says until it's time to brag about how great of a player he was. I understand he was brought in for comedic purposes, but he isn't even that funny.
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Prediction for tonight....
OKC heading to the Finals. They seal the deal tonight! They do not want a game 7 in San Antonio. OKC wins 111-110 on a last second shot by Durant.
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Prediction for tonight....
OKC heading to the Finals. They seal the deal tonight! They do not want a game 7 in San Antonio. OKC wins 111-110 on a last second shot by Durant.
I'll go with Teej's 'conspiracy theory' about the failing finances of the NBA, and pick the Spurs to push it to a 7th game.
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I'll go with Teej's 'conspiracy theory' about the failing finances of the NBA, and pick the Spurs to push it to a 7th game.
LOL! Wouldn't surprise me at all. :-\
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Spurs getting their shots so far. Looking like it's going to be a battle down to the wire.
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SMH! Come on OKC! Wrap this thing up!
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I'm not sold yet. The 2nd quarter is where we've struggled all series long. This is where we need to bring it.
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OKC within 6. Come on guys! Get your tickets to the Finals signed, sealed and delivered!
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Dang, just give the ball to Stephen Jackson every time down. :o :o
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81-80 Spurs lead as we head to the 4th quarter. Will Spurs dominate and extend this series to a game 7 or will OKC seal the deal heading to the Finals? What a 4th quarter we're about to experience! Hope TJ is ok...LOL!
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3 minutes left potentially in the Spurs season. Do they have one more push? They better do it quick! Whew! TJ...talk to us...LOL!
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I'm still amazed at how quickly this series changed. Just a few days ago, the Spurs looked unbeatable but now they're going fishing.
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is it the refs?
I don't have premium tv so i haven't watched a single game LOL just following what you guys are posting
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90 seconds!
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is it the refs?
I don't have premium tv so i haven't watched a single game LOL just following what you guys are posting
On both sides, mainly the Spurs they have been a lot of "off the ball" calls, including one that cost them a 3 point play.
Btw 105-99 Thunder with 14.6 seconds. Thunder make 1 of 2 FTs it's over!
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Aint that a blip. Congrats OKC fans.
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107-99 with 14.6 seconds left. OKC is about to head to the finals! So ready to make this official! Spurs, if you lose 4 STRAIGHT you do not deserve to win the title...PERIOD!
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I'm still amazed at how quickly this series changed. Just a few days ago, the Spurs looked unbeatable but now they're going fishing.
All that 16-0 talks may have done them in...SMH!
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wow ... didn't see this one coming ...
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YAY!!! Thunder heading to the Finals and in my opinion will be the favorite regardless of who they face. What a series! Spurs learned that you can't take nothing for granted. Btw, I'm happy for the entire Thunder team but I'm especially happy for Durant and must admit that even though I felt like Lakers needed a younger PG I'm happy for Fisher. Wow! What a series!
Here are my official NBA Finals predictions:
OKC vs Boston-OKC wins the title in 6
OKC vs Heat-Still gonna lean on original predicton that Heat win it all but no matter who wins it will be in 7.
Bottomline: I'm rooting hard for OKC!
Congrats OKC! Also hats off to Spurs for an incredible season!
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Well, they simply outplayed us. That's all there is to it. They had the right pieces at the right time. However, I must say, if we're going down to anyone, I can't think of it being a better team than OKC. Because Lord knows if it were the Lakers, I'd be downing my fifth glass of moonshine by now. Congrats OKC.
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Well, they simply outplayed us. That's all there is to it. They had the right pieces at the right time. However, I must say, if we're going down to anyone, I can't think of it being a better team than OKC. Because Lord knows if it were the Lakers, I'd be downing my fifth glass of moonshine by now. Congrats OKC.
Wait till next year bro (barring we make the right moves in the offseason). Lakers/Spurs in Western Conference SemiFinals for chance to take on OKC for trip to the Finals. Watch!
;D
Btw, everybody and their momma knows that the league would rather see OKC/Miami than OKC/Boston. Will that factor in how the Boston/Miami game is officiated tomorrow? Hmmm #conspiracy
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the Celtics sometimes make me think of the spurs because of the age factor for some of their players
its like old school vs new school in some aspects
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Wait till next year bro (barring we make the right moves in the offseason). Lakers/Spurs in Western Conference SemiFinals for chance to take on OKC for trip to the Finals. Watch!
;D
Btw, everybody and their momma knows that the league would rather see OKC/Miami than OKC/Boston. Will that factor in how the Boston/Miami game is officiated tomorrow? Hmmm #conspiracy
Maybe in the Quarter-finals. Spurs as #1 seed, Lakers as #8. ;D
And I wouldn't doubt that last part.
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I have a feeling the Celtics are going to pull out game 6 as well. I don't want them to, but something in me says they will.
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I have a feeling the Celtics are going to pull out game 6 as well. I don't want them to, but something in me says they will.
I think so too and nothing is guaranteed (as both conference finals have shown us) but if Boston wins tomorrow you can pretty much seal the deal of OKC winning the title. I don't think Boston has enough left to take out OKC. Yet at the same time I said that about Heat and tomorrow they could seal the deal. Idk we'll see.
the Celtics sometimes make me think of the spurs because of the age factor for some of their players
its like old school vs new school in some aspects
True.
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Maybe in the Quarter-finals. Spurs as #1 seed, Lakers as #8. ;D
And I wouldn't doubt that last part.
Lakers win that series in 6. Spurs win first 2 and Lakers win 4 straight!
Sounds familiar? LOL!
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Lakers win that series in 6. Spurs win first 2 and Lakers win 4 straight!
Sounds familiar? LOL!
ouch! might be a little too soon LOL
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ouch! might be a little too soon LOL
*MJ shrug*
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Just found out OKC has homecourt advantage in Finals regarldess of who they play....
Uh-oh. I'm so tempted to change my pick in a potential OKC/Miami Finals...ahhh!
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Just found out OKC has homecourt advantage in Finals regarldess of who they play....
Uh-oh. I'm so tempted to change my pick in a potential OKC/Miami Finals...ahhh!
What else is new? :D
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What else is new? :D
LOL!
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Lakers win that series in 6. Spurs win first 2 and Lakers win 4 straight!
Sounds familiar? LOL!
Nothing that includes the Lakers winning sounds familiar.
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Nothing that includes the Lakers winning sounds familiar.
Boloney....LOL!
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Just found out OKC has homecourt advantage in Finals regarldess of who they play....
Uh-oh. I'm so tempted to change my pick in a potential OKC/Miami Finals...ahhh!
Aren't you the same guy that SWORE the Heat were going to the Finals?!?!
Jesus, man...just. stop. :-\
And, I was wrong? :( :( ;D
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wow ... didn't see this one coming ...
Nobody did. NOBODY.
They win 20 consecutive games, then with a 2-0 lead in the series they lose 4 straight?!?!?!
Crazy.
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Aren't you the same guy that SWORE the Heat were going to the Finals?!?!
Jesus, man...just. stop. :-\
And, I was wrong? :( :( ;D
Ayyyyeeee I'm an analyst...LOL! We reserve the right to change our picks...LOL! ;D
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Ayyyyeeee I'm an analyst...LOL! We reserve the right to change our picks...LOL! ;D
No, you don't.
Awaiting the arrival of Ms. Nessa, and Mr. Cordney.
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I was definitely hoping Spurs won so they could play Boston(yea...I'm claiming it). I would've been rooting for Boston of course. Don't know how I feel about one of my fav players(Durant) playing my favorite team. If it's Heat vs Thunder.....Thunder all day!
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Nobody did. NOBODY.
They win 20 consecutive games, then with a 2-0 lead in the series they lose 4 straight?!?!?!
Crazy.
I picked them to lose this series in 6; however, I didn't think they would lose 4 straight. At the end of day, the Spurs were a good team with great chemistry and great coaching, but they are who I thought they were!!!!!!!!!!!!
Teej,
Do you prefer the left side or right side of the couch?
(http://unu-it.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/old-sofa-4.jpg)
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I picked them to lose this series in 6; however, I didn't think they would lose 4 straight. At the end of day, the Spurs were a good team with great chemistry and great coaching, but they are who I thought they were!!!!!!!!!!!!
Teej,
Do you prefer the left side or right side of the couch?
([url]http://unu-it.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/old-sofa-4.jpg[/url])
Yea, that.
And, :D :D @ the question and the couch.
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*Ignoring Cordney so I don't come off as a jerk*
I'm actually with you on this one Bennett. A lot of variables have changed for both Miami and OKC. One interesting stat I observed last night is that, in each of these 6 games (minus the last by one point), both teams have broke 100 points significantly. Boston-Miami have played two games that have went into overtime and still barely scratched that. Does either team (Boston and Miami) have the defensive presence to slow down OKC's offense? I don't see it. And as Pop said last night, this thing has developed like a hollywood script for OKC. I think they'll be the champs.
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*Ignoring Cordney so I don't come off as a jerk*
I'm actually with you on this one Bennett. A lot of variables have changed for both Miami and OKC. One interesting stat I observed last night is that, in each of these 6 games (minus the last by one point), both teams have broke 100 points significantly. Boston-Miami have played two games that have went into overtime and still barely scratched that. Does either team (Boston and Miami) have the defensive presence to slow down OKC's offense? I don't see it. And as Pop said last night, this thing has developed like a hollywood script for OKC. I think they'll be the champs.
Riiiiiggghhhht!
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I'm sticking with, "I want the team the beat us to beat everybody else" OKC FTW. Plus, I do like Kevin Durant.
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I'm sticking with, "I want the team the beat us to beat everybody else" OKC FTW. Plus, I do like Kevin Durant.
The team that beat y'all pretty much IS everybody else.
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I didn't even see the game. I was playing Doodle Jump.
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The team that beat y'all pretty much IS everybody else.
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See how I didn't even come for you in your moment of curbstompia? Oh, but no, here you come anyway...
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I didn't even see the game. I was playing Doodle Jump.
:D :D :D
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You better hope you're right, because if you're not... from now til Jesus comes, bro... for real... :D
#NotWorried
See how I didn't even come for you in your moment of curbstompia? Oh, but no, here you come anyway...
You are NOT a woman of your word. *smh* :-\ >:(
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Just got in but in my opinion, Bosh is THE REASON why I think if Heat make it to the Finals it's going 7 against OKC. This Heat team playing like they should have the entire time.
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You are NOT a woman of your word. *smh* :-\ >:(
LOL!!!! My heart is sensitive to the pain of others...
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Lebron is going bananas. :o
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Lebron is going bananas. :o
Yep! He knows what's on the line.
Yet, if DWade scores significantly in 2nd half Skip Bayless will give DWade credit for the win...LOL!
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LOL!!!! My heart is sensitive to the pain of others...
Aww...that's nice.
[Fenix]Now, verbally punch Teej in the gut.[/Fenix]
:D
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If Dwade doesn't make a huge contribution tonight I'm joining the chorus declaring Miami Heat Lebron's team. If rumors are correct, if trade options are brought up (probably shouldn't bring this up since it looks like we'll have Game 7 but you never know) everyone is open to be traded except Lebron. That shows you who they value the most.
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If Dwade doesn't make a huge contribution tonight I'm joining the chorus declaring Miami Heat Lebron's team. If rumors are correct, if trade options are brought up (probably shouldn't bring this up since it looks like we'll have Game 7 but you never know) everyone is open to be traded except Lebron. That shows you who they value the most.
Join the chorus? Dude, you're late. Wade, himself, even said it was James' team.
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Join the chorus? Dude, you're late. Wade, himself, even said it was James' team.
LOL! He did? Well, I was still allowing this to be Wade's team since he has a ring already. ;D
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Welp, Miami/Boston Game 7 Saturday night in South Beach. I predict that Miami will win Game 7 and give the NBA the Finals matchup it wants: OKC/Miami.
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Welp, Miami/Boston Game 7 Saturday night in South Beach. I predict that Miami will win Game 7 and give the NBA the Finals matchup it wants: OKC/Miami.
Oh don't worry. Stern will put the "boys" in place to make sure it happens.
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Oh don't worry. Stern will put the "boys" in place to make sure it happens.
Yep!
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Man, if Lebron played this way every game....
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In my opinion, he does. He plays the most complete game of anyone I can remember seeing. He may not always shoot the field goal percentage he did tonight. But, his effort is always there. His defense is amazing. His court awareness is a thing of beauty.
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Join the chorus? Dude, you're late. Wade, himself, even said it was James' team.
You're surprised by this?
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The only other player to have 45, 15, and 5 in a playoff game?
Wilt Chamberlain in 1964.
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Feels weird not having a basketball game on tonight. Thanks Spurs for not giving us a Game 7 tonight....LOL! j/k
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Offense looking pretty good for both teams. I think Lebron and DWade must drive in each possession.
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Big 13-2 run by the Celtics but it doesn't mean much to me until halftime. I'm not getting too excited about the Celtics leading in the 1st quarter.
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Last random post....LOL:
Even though this is Game 7 I still think most of the pressure is on Miami. DWade and Bosh are the big keys for me if Miami wants to advance.
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This is hard to say as a Laker fan, but "Go Boston!" :'( :'( :'(
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This is hard to say as a Laker fan, but "Go Boston!" :'( :'( :'(
THIS
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Love what I'm seeing from Boston so far. I just hope they can keep this up in 2nd half.
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DWade and Lebron better step it up! Point blank!
Still thinking that it would have been better to have Bosh start tonight's game!
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DWade and Lebron better step it up! Point blank!
Still thinking that it would have been better to have Bosh start tonight's game!
Whether or not he started is irrelevant. It's if and HOW he finishes that matters.
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Whether or not he started is irrelevant. It's if and HOW he finishes that matters.
Especially that IF....LOL! The coach better play him in the 4th...LOL!
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Especially that IF....LOL! The coach better play him in the 4th...LOL!
I don't think it's that simple. He's coming off a serious injury. He has to manage Bosh's minutes to a) help him re-gain his game legs, b) help reduce the chance of re-injury and c) help make sure he's around for the next series, where his minutes will likely go up.
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I don't think it's that simple. He's coming off a serious injury. He has to manage Bosh's minutes to a) help him re-gain his game legs, b) help reduce the chance of re-injury and c) help make sure he's around for the next series, where his minutes will likely go up.
True!
SN: Miami's defense is spectacular...SMH!
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Tied at 73 heading to the 4th quarter. Will Miami pull away and give the NBA the Finals it wants or will Boston complete the improbable and make it to the Finals? Here we go!
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its going down to the wire!!!
someone better ask jason nelson to start playing shifting the atmosphere for their team LOL
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A lot riding for both teams in this 4th quarter:
-End of Big 3 era for potentially both teams but highly possible for Boston.
-Who getting trading from Miami?
-Is Miami coach getting fired?
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Chris Bosh is the next Steve Kerr.
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Kerr is a 5-time NBA champion, winning 3 straight championships with the Chicago Bulls from 1996–98 and 2 with the San Antonio Spurs in 1999 and 2003. He and Frank Saul are the only two players in NBA history who won two championships with two different teams in consecutive seasons
nice
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Lol. A Steve Kerr who can defend and rebound! He's making just the impact Miami needed. I'm happy for him. He'll be a forgotten man no longer.
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Oh how we miss Steve Kerr in San Antonio. :-[
Oh how I miss San Antonio. :-[
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Lol. A Steve Kerr who can defend and rebound! He's making just the impact Miami needed. I'm happy for him. He'll be a forgotten man no longer.
Your last sentence...yep!
And with DWade drawing foul and the score being 97-86 with 2:53 left I think we can seal the deal on a OKC/Miami Finals. Will give prediction in a few.
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Your last sentence...yep!
And with DWade drawing foul and the score being 97-86 with 2:53 left I think we can seal the deal on a OKC/Miami Finals. Will give prediction in a few.
*shrug*
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*shrug*
Ha!
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I'm taking OKC in the Finals. I think they have a deeper team and Miami's bench is going to present problems.
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Lol. A Steve Kerr who can defend and rebound! He's making just the impact Miami needed. I'm happy for him. He'll be a forgotten man no longer.
He's exactly what they needed.
He sat out behind the 3pt line to keep KG honest. When someone drove the lane and KG tried to cheat over they kicked it out to Bosh. Eventually KG had to stop cheating over and it was open season on attacking the basket.
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I'm taking OKC in the Finals. I think they have a deeper team and Miami's bench is going to present problems.
I'm pulling for the Heat but I think OKC wins it.
I'm happy about this matchup. Heat - Thunder is the Finals matchup I wanted from the start of the season.
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Did y'all see Rondo throw his towel at the camera man...and miss? Story of his night. :D :D :D
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I'm pulling for the Heat but I think OKC wins it.
I'm happy about this matchup. Heat - Thunder is the Finals matchup I wanted from the start of the season.
Official prediction: gonna go opposite of you.
Miami Heat win the title in 7 games thanks mainly to Bosh being back in and being effective. As I said before, OKC is very legit and can definitely win the title and is probably the slight favorite as well but I have to stay with my preseason pick. Again, the biggest reason is because of Bosh being back. Lebron James finally gets his first ring and shuts the critics up! I am rooting like crazy for OKC! Westbrook, please be smart and play PG the right way!
Btw, congratulations to the Boston Celtics for going much further than anticipated! I think we just saw the end of the Allen/Pierce/Garnett era in Boston. What a run.
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Anyone think Scott Brooks will put Sefolosha (however you spell it) on Wade, ala Tony Parker?
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He can't put him on Rondo until next season. Lol
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I'm taking OKC in the Finals. I think they have a deeper team and Miami's bench is going to present problems.
I didn't think about the bench. The series against Indiana and Boston have made me question their bench a little bit. My belief of Miami winning title depends solely on Bosh's impact and Lebron/DWade playing at superstar level in every game!
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He can't put him on Rondo until next season. Lol
My bad, I meant Chalmers (still had that classless Rondo moment in my mind). They had a lot of success with that adjustment against SA, so I wonder if they'll stick with it. Their defense seemed to operate more fluently. Then again, you have to take into account the Wade factor in this case.
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I'm pulling for the Heat but I think OKC wins it.
I'm happy about this matchup. Heat - Thunder is the Finals matchup I wanted from the start of the season.
Everyone knows who I'm rooting for...I got OKC in 6, but if it goes 7...I still got OKC.
Anyone think Scott Brooks will put Sefolosha (however you spell it) on Wade, ala Tony Parker?
I think Sefalosha will guard LBJ and Wade...we might even see Durant on Wade.
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Anyone think Scott Brooks will put Sefolosha (however you spell it) on Wade, ala Tony Parker?
I think he'll get Wade and Lebron at different times.
Sefolosha will have his hands full.
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So about the Pierce/Allen/Garnett Big 3 era....do you think there's one more year or do you think this is it?
Skip Bayless thinks they should bring them back one more year with Green and Bradley coming back. I don't think it'll happen though.
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So about the Pierce/Allen/Garnett Big 3 era....do you think there's one more year or do you think this is it?
Skip Bayless thinks they should bring them back one more year with Green and Bradley coming back. I don't think it'll happen though.
I'd like to see them come back for one more year. Those 3 (plus Rondo) are what basketball is all about. I'm no Boston fan, but I admire the work ethic and team effort that they display night in and night out. The addition of Bass was awesome.
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So about the Pierce/Allen/Garnett Big 3 era....do you think there's one more year or do you think this is it?
Skip Bayless thinks they should bring them back one more year with Green and Bradley coming back. I don't think it'll happen though.
I think it's time to break the big 3 up because the Celtics need to add more youth. I wouldn't mind seeing Garnett go to Dallas and Rondo maybe to the Lakers.
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I think it's time to break the big 3 up because the Celtics need to add more youth. I wouldn't mind seeing Garnett go to Dallas and Rondo maybe to the Lakers.
I wouldn't mind that addition...lol.
If I'm coaching OKC, I would let LBJ get his but try to limit everyone else. Wade isn't 100%, so Sefalosha on him could be big for OKC. I can't wait to see KD and LBJ go at it...epic finals in the making!!!!
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I wouldn't mind that addition...lol.
If I'm coaching OKC, I would let LBJ get his but try to limit everyone else. Wade isn't 100%, so Sefalosha on him could be big for OKC. I can't wait to see KD and LBJ go at it...epic finals in the making!!!!
Yeah it's definitely going to be must see tv. Kendrick Perkins, Russell Westbrook, and Udonis Haslem may as well get their check books ready...bcuz they will get fined.
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An analyst tweeted this and I'm curious if you all agree or disagree with this:
"Given the level of play OKC has reached, I'm not sure 'championship or bust' is fair to the Heat. They are underdogs now."
Personally, I agree they are the underdogs, even though it's slightly and not by a wide margin. However, for Heat this is still "championship or bust" and it's their fault that it's that way (and my fault too since I have expected them for Day 1 to win the title this season).
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I don't think either team is an underdog. It's hard for me to conceive a team made up of two Hall of Famers in their prime plus another all-star as an underdog. If the Heat play the kind of ball they're capable of- with stifling defense, the stars playing aggressively, and the role players hitting the necessary shots- the Heat will be very hard to beat. I have much respect for the Thunder. I think they're a great squad. I just don't think they're "scary" good like Miami has been at times.
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I don't think either team is an underdog. It's hard for me to conceive a team made up of two Hall of Famers in their prime plus another all-star as an underdog. If the Heat play the kind of ball they're capable of- with stifling defense, the stars playing aggressively, and the role players hitting the necessary shots- the Heat will be very hard to beat. I have much respect for the Thunder. I think they're a great squad. I just don't think they're "scary" good like Miami has been at times.
Thanks for making my argument as to why I think Heat win the title...LOL!
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Make your own argument. You're the alleged analyst. LOL
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Make your own argument. You're the alleged analyst. LOL
;D
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How in the world can a team that's spoda win not one...not two...not three....not foe...championships be considered an underdog? ::)
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I think it's time to break the big 3 up because the Celtics need to add more youth. I wouldn't mind seeing Garnett go to Dallas and Rondo maybe to the Lakers.
The 'Big 3' everyone is talking about is Garnet-Pierce-Allen. That's the group that will be broken up.
Rajon Rondo isn't going ANYWHERE.
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I'll tell you what I wouldn't mind seeing: Dirk, Deron, and Dwight baby!!! That would be AWESOME but it'll probably never happen. :-\
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I'll tell you what I wouldn't mind seeing: Dirk, Deron, and Dwight baby!!! That would be AWESOME but it'll probably never happen. :-\
Yeah, I don't really see that being that good of a match. Two of the three? Maybe, but not all three.
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How in the world can a team that's spoda win not one...not two...not three....not foe...championships be considered an underdog? ::)
He did not know how hard it would be when he made that statement. Maybe it looked easy in Lebron's eyes from witnessing Jordan win six. However, He should have known that winning those six titles were not easy for them. Pat Riley knew this when they had their "we have overcome" display. I could see it in his eyes as everything was going down.
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The Lakers picked up the option on Bynum's contract, does this mean they can't trade him?
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I don't think either team is an underdog. It's hard for me to conceive a team made up of two Hall of Famers in their prime plus another all-star as an underdog. If the Heat play the kind of ball they're capable of- with stifling defense, the stars playing aggressively, and the role players hitting the necessary shots- the Heat will be very hard to beat. I have much respect for the Thunder. I think they're a great squad. I just don't think they're "scary" good like Miami has been at times.
So Bosh isn't a future HoF? The argument you made for the Heat could be used for the Thunder. The Thunder play great D as well...they present a problem with their interior D. I think this series will boil down to the team who is able to capitalize on fast breaks and hit their jumpshots.
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So Bosh isn't a future HoF? The argument you made for the Heat could be used for the Thunder. The Thunder play great D as well...they present a problem with their interior D. I think this series will boil down to the team who is able to capitalize on fast breaks and hit their jumpshots.
Wade & Lebron are Hall of Famers if they never play another game. Lebron would be first ballot, even this early in his career. Wade would definitely get in but might not get in on the first ballot.
If Bosh gets in he might have to wait a while...but that's as of TODAY. He's only 28 though so if he plays another 8 years or so and doesn't suffer any major injuries I think he can definitely get in.
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The argument you made for the Heat could be used for the Thunder.
Which is why I said:
I don't think either team is an underdog.
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Wade & Lebron are Hall of Famers if they never play another game. Lebron would be first ballot, even this early in his career. Wade would definitely get in but might not get in on the first ballot.
If Bosh gets in he might have to wait a while...but that's as of TODAY. He's only 28 though so if he plays another 8 years or so and doesn't suffer any major injuries I think he can definitely get in.
Agreed!
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I'm so ready for these Finals to start! This is all that matters for the Miami Heat! I expect Lebron to play huge! I just hope he doesn't replicate his Finals appearance last year.
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I'm so ready for these Finals to start! This is all that matters for the Miami Heat! I expect Lebron to play huge! I just hope he doesn't replicate his Finals appearance last year.
I'm pretty excited too. I think this is the best finals matchup in years.
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Either way, either Lebron and Bosh will win their first or Durant, Westbrook and Harden will get their first.
I wouldn't really be mad either way.
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I'm pretty excited too. I think this is the best finals matchup in years.
Absolutely. I'm trying to think of one with as much intrigue as this one since 2000....
I almost want to say Lakers/Celtics in 2010. Maybe 1 or 2 of the 3 peat Lakers' finals in the early 2000s. Besides that, I agree with you.
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I'm so ready for these Finals to start! This is all that matters for the Miami Heat! I expect Lebron to play huge! I just hope he doesn't replicate his Finals appearance last year.
I so hope he plays worse...LOL!! ;D ;D ;D
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I so hope he plays worse...LOL!! ;D ;D ;D
LOL! I'm torn! I don't want Heat to win title yet because of my "heart" I kind of want Lebron to win a ring so that he will be removed from the cross of the NBA....SMH!
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I so hope he plays worse...LOL!! ;D ;D ;D
Me too
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Me too
Yes, Cordney. We know.
:D :D :D
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Yes, Cordney. We know.
:D :D :D
From Facebook to LGM...my voice will be heard!!! :D :D :D
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From Facebook to LGM...my voice will be heard!!! :D :D :D
...and ignored. :D
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From Facebook to LGM...my voice will be heard!!! :D :D :D
...and ignored. :D
:D
As Jeff Van Gundy said, there has to be a statute of limitations on stupidity.
-What Lebron did with The Decision was painful to the city of Cleveland, it was self-centered, and it was very, very stupid.
-The celebration with the big three where they came out to lights and applause, though they hadn't even won a GAME yet, was also self-serving and incredibly stupid.
-The "not 1, not 2, not 3, not 4, not 5..." comment put an unrealistic and unnecessary pressure on that team to win, win often, and win early. Again, very stupid.
But...that was two years ago. How long will we hold it over their heads and hope that anybody BUT the Heat win? :-\
"And that's not all, Cordney has the gall...to pray and pray for 'Bron's downfall" :D :D :D
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As Jeff Van Gundy said, there has to be a statute of limitations on stupidity.
-What Lebron did with The Decision was painful to the city of Cleveland, it was self-centered, and it was very, very stupid.
-The celebration with the big three where they came out to lights and applause, though they hadn't even won a GAME yet, was also self-serving and incredibly stupid.
-The "not 1, not 2, not 3, not 4, not 5..." comment put an unrealistic and unnecessary pressure on that team to win, win often, and win early. Again, very stupid.
But...that was two years ago. How long will we hold it over their heads and hope that anybody BUT the Heat win? :-\
"And that's not all, Cordney has the gall...to pray and pray for 'Bron's downfall" :D :D :D
To answer your question, it will be held over their heads until at least 1 of 3 things take place:
-Win their first title.
-Win Multiple Titles (back to back)
-3 peat like the Bulls of the 90s.
:D :D
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:D
As Jeff Van Gundy said, there has to be a statute of limitations on stupidity.
-What Lebron did with The Decision was painful to the city of Cleveland, it was self-centered, and it was very, very stupid.
-The celebration with the big three where they came out to lights and applause, though they hadn't even won a GAME yet, was also self-serving and incredibly stupid.
-The "not 1, not 2, not 3, not 4, not 5..." comment put an unrealistic and unnecessary pressure on that team to win, win often, and win early. Again, very stupid.
But...that was two years ago. How long will we hold it over their heads and hope that anybody BUT the Heat win? :-\
"And that's not all, Cordney has the gall...to pray and pray for 'Bron's downfall" :D :D :D
Sadly, I can't really explain my bitterness towards LBJ. Maybe it's because a lot of LBJ fans dislike Kobe, so the hate that Kobe received triggered my hatr bitterness towards Bron Bron!!! :-\ (http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z207/Ram4ever/Smilies/ShoulderShrug.gif)
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...and ignored. :D
I will not be ignored!!! :D :D :D
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I will not be ignored!!! :D :D :D
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Say it again, sir.
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Say it again, sir.
Oh, I get it! :D :D :D :D
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Oh, I get it! :D :D :D :D
:D :D
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:D :D
...and accurate in more than one way.
Going around the internet and hoping for his failure on FB & LGM? Sounds like a real Fatal Attraction to me. :D :D :D
(No offense Cordney)
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Dude, how do you remember these movie lines???? I don't even recall any lines from the movie I just saw the other day!!!
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...and accurate in more than one way.
Going around the internet and hoping for his failure on FB & LGM? Sounds like a real Fatal Attraction to me. :D :D :D
(No offense Cordney)
No Fatal Attraction on my part!!! Eventually, I hope he wins a ring, but not this year.
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No Fatal Attraction on my part!!! Eventually, I hope he wins a ring, but not this year.
Why do I get the feeling you're going to say this next year too? :D
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Why do I get the feeling you're going to say this next year too? :D
Probably as long as Kobe "Jelly Bean" Bryant is playing...lol
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Probably as long as Kobe "Jelly Bean" Bryant is playing...lol
Right. Because Kobe's chances of winning another ring are soooooo high.
^ That right there? That was sarcasm.
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Right. Because Kobe's chances of winning another ring are soooooo high.
^ That right there? That was sarcasm.
Kobe's chances > Tim's chances...believe that
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Kobe's chances = Tim's chances...believe that
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Dude, how do you remember these movie lines???? I don't even recall any lines from the movie I just saw the other day!!!
Simple. When I was younger, I wanted to be an actor. Or, at least I thought I did.
But, that's for another thread, or the next time we're together.
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Simple. When I was younger, I wanted to be an actor. Or, at least I thought I did.
But, that's for another thread, or the next time we're together.
Speaking of which, we've missed a couple of movie openings, and that Philly thing never panned out. Dark Knight, maybe?
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Speaking of which, we've missed a couple of movie openings, and that Philly thing never panned out. Dark Knight, maybe?
I like the sound of that, sir.
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Tonight at 9 begins a thrilling NBA Finals! OKC vs Miami. Some notes from the LGM NBA Senior Analyst:
-I expect the home team to win the first 6 games with Miami winning game 7 in OKC.
-Great offense (OKC) vs great defense (Miami). Does defense still win championships? We'll see.
-What type of series will Lebron have? To me, DWade MUST step up if Miami wants to claim the title!
Let's go!!
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Tonight at 9 begins a thrilling NBA Finals! OKC vs Miami. Some notes from the LGM NBA Senior Analyst:
-I expect the home team to win the first 6 games with Miami winning game 7 in OKC.
-Great offense (OKC) vs great defense (Miami). Does defense still win championships? We'll see.
-What type of series will Lebron have? To me, DWade MUST step up if Miami wants to claim the title!
Let's go!!
*ahem* ::) :-\ ?/?
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*ahem* ::) :-\ ?/?
Yes? :D
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He forgot to write "unofficial self-declared, unendorsed by the majority of LGM" before that phrase
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He forgot to write "unofficial self-declared, unendorsed by the majority of LGM" before that phrase
Pwah!!!!
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He forgot to write "unofficial self-declared, unendorsed by the majority of LGM" before that phrase
Lol!!!! :D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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He forgot to write "unofficial self-declared, unendorsed by the majority of LGM" before that phrase
Boooo!
LOL!
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He forgot to write "unofficial self-declared, unendorsed by the majority of LGM" before that phrase
:D
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It's like making yourself an apostle or bishop, lol.
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It's like making yourself an apostle or bishop, lol.
LOL @ Self-ordained LGM NBA Analyst
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LOL @ Self-ordained LGM NBA Analyst
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He forgot to write "unofficial self-declared, unendorsed by the majority of LGM" before that phrase
THIS!!!
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LOL @ Self-ordained LGM NBA Analyst
You forgot 'senior'. :-\
Dude still wipin' life's Enfamil from his lips talkin' 'bout somebody's 'senior' anything... ::)
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Y'all leave Bennett alone. He didn't predict the Lakers would win, so at least we know he got SOME basketball sense.
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Churchy is a great LGM Senior Post Analyst.
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Y'all leave Bennett alone. He didn't predict the Lakers would win, so at least we know he got SOME basketball sense.
Churchy is a great LGM Senior Post Analyst.
Thanks guys! LOL!
As for the rest of y'all, my self-ordination shall be validated when Lebron James wins his first ring. In the words of Stephen A. Smith....BOOK IT!! LOL!!!
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Thanks guys! LOL!
As for the rest of y'all, my self-ordination shall be validated when Lebron James wins his first ring. In the words of Stephen A. Smith....BOOK IT!! LOL!!!
Yeah when he wins his first ring NEXT YEAR! ;)
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Thanks guys! LOL!
As for the rest of y'all, my self-ordination shall be validated when Lebron James wins his first ring. In the words of Stephen A. Smith....BOOK IT!! LOL!!!
Even if he does win, you won't be validated, because you done jumped off that bandwagon so many times, you should have roadrash... lol.
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Bennett, you're just gonna have to pull out your inner "jerk". It's the only way to get respect around here.
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Yeah when he wins his first ring NEXT YEAR! ;)
Surrrrrrrre! ;D
Even if he does win, you won't be validated, because you done jumped off that bandwagon so many times, you should have roadrash... lol.
Ayyyyye! That was the analyst in me being objective! But look on the bright side: as tempting as it is to go with OKC AT LEAST (somebody shout AT LEAST) I'm sticking with my preseason pick to win the title....LOL!! ;D
Bennett, you're just gonna have to pull out your inner "jerk". It's the only way to get respect around here.
Good idea!
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Bennett, you're just gonna have to pull out your inner "jerk". It's the only way to get respect around here.
Good idea!
Oh please. Like you HAVE an inner jerk. ::)
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Oh please. Like you HAVE an inner jerk. ::)
Well, you see what had happened was.... ;D 8)
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Bennett, you're just gonna have to pull out your inner "jerk". It's the only way to get respect around here.
No one respects your inner "jerk". :-\
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Oh please. Like you HAVE an inner jerk. ::)
THIS!!
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No one respects your inner "jerk". :-\
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And Bennett, here's your Inner Jerk Rule #1: devote as little attention as possible to the thread's trolls.
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Bennett has about as much jerk as he has decisiveness. LOL!!!
It's all love, Bly. I know you have a lot going on, thought I'd provide you some comic relief, lol.
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And Bennett, here's your Inner Jerk Rule #1: devote as little attention as possible to the thread's trolls.
LOL! Sir yes sir!
Bennett has about as much jerk as he has decisiveness. LOL!!!
It's all love, Bly. I know you have a lot going on, thought I'd provide you some comic relief, lol.
Oh yes! I love the comedy! It's all good! My trust is in God! He knows what is best!
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Boy, if this ain't the pot calling the kettle a negro! Calling ME a jerk for sticking up for my team, yet y'all attack poor innocent Bennett for trying to provide nothing but objective analysis. SMH...Father help your chirrens.
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Boy, if this ain't the pot calling the kettle a negro! Calling ME a jerk for sticking up for my team, yet y'all attack poor innocent Bennett for trying to provide nothing but objective analysis. SMH...Father help your chirrens.
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*singing* Because Jesus is looooooooooooooooooooovvvvvvveeeee, he won't let you down. :D
LOL!
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May the best team win the 2012 NBA Finals!
Miami Heat vs Oklahoma City Thunder!
OKC is the slight favorite to win it all but as said before, I'm picking Miami in 7! Each team wins their games at home with Miami winning game 7 in OKC!
Let's go!!
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Lebron needs to drive in! Why is he starting with 2 jumpshots? SMH!
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I don't like what I'm seeing from Lebron so far. Shane Battier on the other hand? SMH!
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OKC must've left their defense in San Antonio. They're giving up all kind of good looks.
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OKC must've left their defense in San Antonio. They're giving up all kind of good looks.
SMH! Right!
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Haitian Voice : EPI Dat's it Heat win.
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LOL @ 2 things:
1. Someone on twitter fussed about how much talking the commentators do during the game....HAHA!
2. The commentators mentioning how many Boston fans believe that Perkins' knee injury cost them Game 7 in 2010 Finals. I've been harping that for a long time....LOL!
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I don't see it going 7 games, for some reason-especially if the Heat pull out a victory in game 1.
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Reasons why OKC is trailing so far in game 1:
1. Battier is on fire!
2. Heat defense is spectacular.
3. OKC's offense not as explosive and defense is sorry.
4. Westbrook shooting awful.
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LOL @ 2 things:
1. Someone on twitter fussed about how much talking the commentators do during the game....HAHA!
2. The commentators mentioning how many Boston fans believe that Perkins' knee injury cost them Game 7 in 2010 Finals. I've been harping that for a long time....LOL!
Scoring fewer points than their opponent is what lost them the game, not someone's injury. Coach Rivers would never use that as an excuse.
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I don't see it going 7 games, for some reason-especially if the Heat pull out a victory in game 1.
I think I agree with you. To me it's going to depend on game 2.
Btw, I disagree personally with this idea that the 2-3-2 format favors the home team. As a matter of fact, I think it favors the visiting team because if each team wins the home games the first 5 games, all the visiting team has to do is win Game 6 on the road and that's it.
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Scoring fewer points than their opponent is what lost them the game, not someone's injury. Coach Rivers would never use that as an excuse.
I agree as far as Rivers is concerned.
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Reasons why OKC is trailing so far in game 1:
1. Battier is on fire!
2. Heat defense is spectacular.
3. OKC's offense not as explosive and defense is sorry.
4. Westbrook shooting awful.
5. Miami's supporting cast playing on fire!
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It's easy to be on fire when you're wide open.
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It's easy to be on fire when you're wide open.
I know right...
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I like OKC's focus starting this 3rd quarter!
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If this game stays close I expect Durant to be big in the 4th quarter!
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You sound more like a commentator than an analyst.
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You sound more like a commentator than an analyst.
LOL! I'm a mix of both...haha!
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OKC up 74-73 heading to the 4th quarter! Great defense by OKC! Miami has got to drive in and draw fouls! To me they are unbeatable when they drive in every time!
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I too, can't stand commentators. They almost ruin the game at times saying stupid stuff, and they're always on the bandwagon, whichever way it happens to be headed at the moment.
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What a 4th quarter. About 50 seconds from the end of Game 1. WOW! OKC is AMAZING!
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OKC takes game 1! 3 wins away from the title! Heat have to be disappointed in themselves. Had the game in the palm of their hand!
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OKC takes game 1! 3 wins away from the title! Heat have to be disappointed in themselves. Had the game in the palm of their hand!
What's the Over/Under on Bly changing his prediction, on the series, by game 3?
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KD35!!!!
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What's the Over/Under on Bly changing his prediction, on the series, by game 3?
Ha!
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What's the Over/Under on Bly changing his prediction, on the series, by game 3?
:D :D :D
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I too, can't stand commentators. They almost ruin the game at times saying stupid stuff, and they're always on the bandwagon, whichever way it happens to be headed at the moment.
So, you're saying Bly really does have a future in basketball broadcasting? :o
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OKC won at home. Not a huge surprise. OKC is a better overall team so I won't be surprised if they win.
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What's the Over/Under on Bly changing his prediction, on the series, by game 3?
LOL! I'm sticking to my Heat in 7 pick through thick and thin because either way I'll be happy but more happy if OKC wins.
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OKC takes game 1! 3 wins away from the title! Heat have to be disappointed in themselves. Had the game in the palm of their hand!
I'm not quite sure how you can say they had the game in the palms of their hands. They were behind from the end of the 3rd quarter on. ?/?
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That 2nd half from the Thunder was a thing of beauty. I wonder will Miami get that type of production from Chalmers and Battier again? Will they move Bosh to the starting lineup? Is it Thursday yet?
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Chalmers is showing himself to be more than just a serviceable point guard. The guy's got moves. He can finish. He can drain 3's, and he's become much more confident at running the floor. If he continues to assert himself, the Heat will be even scarier in the years to come (assuming their "Big Three" era isn't brought to an end sooner than expected).
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Chalmers is showing himself to be more than just a serviceable point guard. The guy's got moves. He can finish. He can drain 3's, and he's become much more confident at running the floor. If he continues to assert himself, the Heat will be even scarier in the years to come (assuming their "Big Three" era isn't brought to an end sooner than expected).
I like his game too
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I'm not quite sure how you can say they had the game in the palms of their hands. They were behind from the end of the 3rd quarter on. ?/?
True, but their lead in the 1st half spelled dominance.
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Chalmers is showing himself to be more than just a serviceable point guard. The guy's got moves. He can finish. He can drain 3's, and he's become much more confident at running the floor. If he continues to assert himself, the Heat will be even scarier in the years to come (assuming their "Big Three" era isn't brought to an end sooner than expected).
He's sooooo underrated. Did you see the way he was slicing through the Celtics D in game 7?
Last night he put a spin move on James Harden that led right into a difficult layup.
Thing is, when you play with Wade and James those guys have the green light. If they let Chalmers get more chances on offense he could really make them harder to defend.
That 2nd half from the Thunder was a thing of beauty. I wonder will Miami get that type of production from Chalmers and Battier again? Will they move Bosh to the starting lineup? Is it Thursday yet?
I think they're trying to give the second unit a boost, kinda like what OKC does with James Harden. Everybody knows Harden is good enough to start (on any team), but if he did the bench would suffer.
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I think they're trying to give the second unit a boost, kinda like what OKC does with James Harden. Everybody knows Harden is good enough to start (on any team), but if he did the bench would suffer.
Agreed, but I think it's time for Bosh to start. I view Game 2 in this 2-3-2 format (actually I'm reconsidering my view on the 2-3-2 format based on something I said last night) as the pivitol game. Why? If OKC wins Game 2 they can win at least 1 in Miami and close out in OKC. If Miami wins, they can win 3 straight in Miami (which is very possible with this Miami team) and close out in 5.
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Agreed, but I think it's time for Bosh to start. I view Game 2 in this 2-3-2 format (actually I'm reconsidering my view on the 2-3-2 format based on something I said last night) as the pivitol game. Why? If OKC wins Game 2 they can win at least 1 in Miami and close out in OKC. If Miami wins, they can win 3 straight in Miami (which is very possible with this Miami team) and close out in 5.
I keep trying to tell you, it's not about whether you start, it's about how much you play and if you're in the game when it counts.
Having Bosh in with the 2nd unit is an excellent move. He can score from virtually anywhere on the court. He can be the #1 or 2 option every time down the court while either James or Wade rest. So, again, if he's getting his minutes and is making an impact, it doesn't matter if he starts the game.
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I keep trying to tell you, it's not about whether you start, it's about how much you play and if you're in the game when it counts.
Having Bosh in with the 2nd unit is an excellent move. He can score from virtually anywhere on the court. He can be the #1 or 2 option every time down the court while either James or Wade rest. So, again, if he's getting his minutes and is making an impact, it doesn't matter if he starts the game.
Yep.
I was going to respond basically saying that Bosh being in the starting lineup does not equate to Bosh helping the team more.
The knock on the Heat is that their bench isn't strong. With Bosh on the second unit the Heat have a legit bench scorer.
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I keep trying to tell you, it's not about whether you start, it's about how much you play and if you're in the game when it counts.
Having Bosh in with the 2nd unit is an excellent move. He can score from virtually anywhere on the court. He can be the #1 or 2 option every time down the court while either James or Wade rest. So, again, if he's getting his minutes and is making an impact, it doesn't matter if he starts the game.
I see your point, but to me, Miami is best when the Big 3 start, especially with Battier is playing the way he's playing. Btw, has Lebron got a break AT ALL in the last 3 games? The only time I saw him sitting was last night when the game was pretty much over.
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...and how about Bosh becoming a 3pt shooter? He started shooting 3s earlier this season and he has clearly been working on it.
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...and how about Bosh becoming a 3pt shooter? He started shooting 3s earlier this season and he has clearly been working on it.
After last night performance, he needs to go back to the drawing board...lol
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After last night performance, he needs to go back to the drawing board...lol
He was 1 for 3 from 3pt range. Not a stinker by any means.
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LOL! I'm sticking to my Heat in 7 pick through thick and thin because either way I'll be happy but more happy if OKC wins.
Then how come you didn't pick OKC? This statement contradicts itself, lol.
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Heat Win In Game 6.
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Then how come you didn't pick OKC? This statement contradicts itself, lol.
LOL! Because my basketball knowledge says Miami wins but my desire is for OKC to win!
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Did y'all hear the David Stern interview with Jim Rome? Rome asked Stern if the lottery was fixed and Stern responded "Have you stopped beating your wife yet?." Said Rome makes a career out of "cheap tricks" such as that question and ended by saying "I have to go call somebody important like Stephen A. Smith." :D :D :D
For the record, he wasn't implying that Rome is a wife-beater. That was a philosophical question. Still, his hostility doesn't help soothe suspicions that the NBA practices shady tactics. Rome should've asked him how much money he paid the refs to screw my Spurs out of a championship. >:( >:( >:(
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Did y'all hear the David Stern interview with Jim Rome? Rome asked Stern if the lottery was fixed and Stern responded "Have you stopped beating your wife yet?." Said Rome makes a career out of "cheap tricks" such as that question and ended by saying "I have to go call somebody important like Stephen A. Smith." :D :D :D
For the record, he wasn't implying that Rome is a wife-beater. That was a philosophical question. Still, his hostility doesn't help soothe suspicions that the NBA practices shady tactics. Rome should've asked him how much money he paid the refs to screw my Spurs out of a championship. >:( >:( >:(
David Stern is a dictator...FA'REAL!
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Did y'all hear the David Stern interview with Jim Rome? Rome asked Stern if the lottery was fixed and Stern responded "Have you stopped beating your wife yet?." Said Rome makes a career out of "cheap tricks" such as that question and ended by saying "I have to go call somebody important like Stephen A. Smith." :D :D :D
For the record, he wasn't implying that Rome is a wife-beater. That was a philosophical question. Still, his hostility doesn't help soothe suspicions that the NBA practices shady tactics. Rome should've asked him how much money he paid the refs to screw my Spurs out of a championship. >:( >:( >:(
No! I need to ask who paid him money to screw my Lakers from landing Chris Paul and possibly being in Finals...smh!
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No! I need to ask who paid him money to screw my Lakers from landing Chris Paul and possibly being in Finals...smh!
I doubt he wasted any money on keeping the Lakers out of the Finals. They could handle that for free.
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Did y'all hear the David Stern interview with Jim Rome? Rome asked Stern if the lottery was fixed and Stern responded "Have you stopped beating your wife yet?." Said Rome makes a career out of "cheap tricks" such as that question and ended by saying "I have to go call somebody important like Stephen A. Smith." :D :D :D
Oh snap.
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I doubt he wasted any money on keeping the Lakers out of the Finals. They could handle that for free.
SMH!
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I doubt he wasted any money on keeping the Lakers out of the Finals. They could handle that for free.
:o :o :o :o ;D
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Mike Tyson's tribute to Lebron James....ROFLMBO!!!!! :D ;D ;D ;D ;D :D :D ;D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=7GpdUjgPYRE# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=7GpdUjgPYRE#)
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Mike Tyson's tribute to Lebron James....ROFLMBO!!!!! :D ;D ;D ;D ;D :D :D ;D
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=7GpdUjgPYRE#[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=7GpdUjgPYRE#[/url])
I cried.
My ears hurt so bad, it made me cry.
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Mike Tyson's tribute to Lebron James....ROFLMBO!!!!! :D ;D ;D ;D ;D :D :D ;D
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=7GpdUjgPYRE#[/url] ([url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=7GpdUjgPYRE#[/url])
An Indithputable thucktheth, an Indithputable thucktheth.
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Our "duh" thought of the day:
2012 OKC is better than 2011 Dallas.
LOL!!
In other news, I may not get to see much of the game tonight (depending on when my "friendship" time ends) so I'll be keeping up with the box score.
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Lebron's going to score bout 40 and they'll even the series tonight. ESPN will talk about how he's the best thing since sliced bread and so on...and so forth. ::)
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Daffy, is that you?
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Lebron's going to score bout 40 and they'll even the series tonight. ESPN will talk about how he's the best thing since sliced bread and so on...and so forth. ::)
No, that'll happen in Game 3 if Miami is down 0-2....LOL!
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No, that'll happen in Game 3 if Miami is down 0-2....LOL!
So you're saying, they will lose Game 2?
Law & Order Sound: The Doink Doink (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OlCVNn9ZeY#)
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@Chevonee yep! Each team is winning their home games until Game 7 when Miami wins.
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@Chevonee yep! Each team is winning their home games until Game 7 when Miami wins.
Hmmm very interesting perspective bro! ;D
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Hmmm very interesting perspective bro! ;D
It would be amazing yet sad if I was right.
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I'm following score and from what I'm seeing Big 3 of Miami dominating tonight while OKC is cold. I may make it home to see 4th quarter.
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Ok, I'm home near end of 3rd quarter. OKC's defense will need to be huge if they want a chance.
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94-91 Miami with 1:47 left in 4th quarter....wow! What a game!
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Several thoughts:
1. OKC shohuld have played better to start the game. Got behind too much.
2. DWade was way better tonight than he's been probably the last 3-4 games.
3. Bogus missed call by refs on Lebron at end of the game.
4. Skip Bayless will give all the credit to DWade....LOL!!
5. Prediction: Miami will win all 3 games at home and win the title in Game 5.
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Lebron's going to score bout 40 and they'll even the series tonight. ESPN will talk about how he's the best thing since sliced bread and so on...and so forth. ::)
Well I was right about Miami tying the series. This is what you call excellent reporting. :)
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That game was SICK! OMG!!!
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Well I was right about Miami tying the series. This is what you call excellent reporting. :)
LOL! Great job!
What do you think about my prediction of Miami winning all 3 at home winning title in game 5?
That game was SICK! OMG!!!
Absolutely!
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LOL! Great job!
What do you think about my prediction of Miami winning all 3 at home winning title in game 5?
Absolutely!
I don't think they'll win all 3 at home but they will win game 3.
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@Chevonee yep! Each team is winning their home games until Game 7 when Miami wins.
#fail
That was a great game!
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Nobody can say that James choked in this game! He hit the clinching free throws. He hit the clutch shot at the end of the shot clock to keep the lead. He made that sick pass at the end of the shot clock to Bosh. The Big 3 for Miami came through.
RJ often talks about teams that don't have that one superstar. Last night's game shows why it's good to have at least 2 on your team. Durant and Westbrook nearly willed the Thunder into yet another comeback victory. James, Wade and Bosh played magnificently for Miami. I don't think Bosh got a ton of points, but he was huge on the boards, and his defense late in the game made the difference- not to mention his cuts to the basket at the end of the shot clock on two separate occasions in the 4th quarter. Overall, fantastic game!
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Nobody can say that James choked in this game! He hit the clinching free throws. He hit the clutch shot at the end of the shot clock to keep the lead. He made that sick pass at the end of the shot clock to Bosh. The Big 3 for Miami came through.
RJ often talks about teams that don't have that one superstar. Last night's game shows why it's good to have at least 2 on your team. Durant and Westbrook nearly willed the Thunder into yet another comeback victory. James, Wade and Bosh played magnificently for Miami. I don't think Bosh got a ton of points, but he was huge on the boards, and his defense late in the game made the difference- not to mention his cuts to the basket at the end of the shot clock on two separate occasions in the 4th quarter. Overall, fantastic game!
Good analysis!
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Nobody can say that James choked in this game! He hit the clinching free throws. He hit the clutch shot at the end of the shot clock to keep the lead. He made that sick pass at the end of the shot clock to Bosh. The Big 3 for Miami came through.
RJ often talks about teams that don't have that one superstar. Last night's game shows why it's good to have at least 2 on your team. Durant and Westbrook nearly willed the Thunder into yet another comeback victory. James, Wade and Bosh played magnificently for Miami. I don't think Bosh got a ton of points, but he was huge on the boards, and his defense late in the game made the difference- not to mention his cuts to the basket at the end of the shot clock on two separate occasions in the 4th quarter. Overall, fantastic game!
Skip will find a way...lol. He will talk bout LBJ only having four pts in the 4th.
I'm a fan of Westbrook, but he takes a lot of ill-advised shots...I hope he watches gm 2 and realize that his shot selection sometimes hurts his team
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Good analysis!
I hope you're taking notes over there Mr. Analyst. >:(
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Skip will find a way...lol. He will talk bout LBJ only having four pts in the 4th.
I'm a fan of Westbrook, but he takes a lot of ill-advised shots...I hope he watches gm 2 and realize that his shot selection sometimes hurts his team
Westbrook is the one person who can either shoot em into a game or out of a game. Sometimes I wonder if he understands that the Thunder will only go as far as Durant takes em. :-\
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I hope you're taking notes over there Mr. Analyst. >:(
LOL! Sir yes sir!
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Skip will find a way...lol. He will talk bout LBJ only having four pts in the 4th.
I'm a fan of Westbrook, but he takes a lot of ill-advised shots...I hope he watches gm 2 and realize that his shot selection sometimes hurts his team
I found myself hoping he'd do just that. He didn't disappoint....me. LOL!
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I found myself hoping he'd do just that. He didn't disappoint....me. LOL!
Why?!!!! Lol...must be rooting for Miami, smh
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Why?!!!! Lol...must be rooting for Miami, smh
If you look closely, you can tell LL is a LeBron fan.
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If you look closely, you can tell LL is a LeBron fan.
I'm not quite sure I can call myself a fan yet. I'm certainly not a detractor though. There's something about him that makes me come short of being a fan, though I tend to pull for him to shut his critics up.
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@LL what do you think of my prediction that Miami closes the deal in Game 5?
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@LL what do you think of my prediction that Miami closes the deal in Game 5?
When did this happen? I thought you had Miami in seven?
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When did this happen? I thought you had Miami in seven?
Last night! For some reason I think Miami is going to win all 3 games at home. Even if that fails I still say Miami in 7.
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@LL what do you think of my prediction that Miami closes the deal in Game 5?
What do I think? I think your predictions are wishy washy. LOL. I could have sworn that you initially predicted that Miami would win in 7.
I hope they win it in 5. They've shown that they're capable of doing so. But, in order for that to happen, someone other than the Big 3 is going to have to step up for each of those games.
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@LL what do you think of my prediction that Miami closes the deal in Game 5?
I think you make far too many predictions...lol
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I think you make far too many predictions...lol
Lol!! :D ;D :D :D ;D ;D ;D
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I think you make far too many predictions...lol
DING, DING, DING!
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LOL! The bottomline is that Miami is winning it...LOL! I have the right, responsibility and privilege to change how many games they win it in based on observational analysis....LOL!!!
SN: We don't celebrate this anymore but congrats LL on 10,000 posts!
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Wow, I didn't realize that I reached that milestone. Ony 5 million more posts and I can catch SJ!
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Wow, I didn't realize that I reached that milestone. Only 5 million more posts and I can catch SJ!
Yay!!
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Wow, I didn't realize that I reached that milestone. Ony 5 million more posts and I can catch SJ!
:D
Congrats, bruh.
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[churchy]My prediction...which I reserve the right to change, which I guess doesn't really make it a prediction but more-so a hope or a guess, is that Miami will win it in 5...No, 6...No, 7...Well, I don't really know. So, I'll wait until one team is about to be eliminated, then I'll choose the team that's not the underdog....Unless it's game 7, then I'll wait to give my prediction until the last 2 minutes of the game. If the game is tied, then I reserve the right to change my prediction at any time before the final buzzer...Unless it looks like they're going to overtime. Then, I'll predict that they're going to overtime, and I'll wait to give my final prediction then...Which I will stick by...Unless I invoke my right to change my mind before the final buzzer.[/churchy]
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[churchy]My prediction...which I reserve the right to change, which I guess doesn't really make it a prediction but more-so a hope or a guess, is that Miami will win it in 5...No, 6...No, 7...Well, I don't really know. So, I'll wait until one team is about to be eliminated, then I'll choose the team that's not the underdog....Unless it's game 7, then I'll wait to give my prediction until the last 2 minutes of the game. If the game is tied, then I reserve the right to change my prediction at any time before the final buzzer...Unless it looks like they're going to overtime. Then, I'll predict that they're going to overtime, and I'll wait to give my final prediction then...Which I will stick by...Unless I invoke my right to change my mind before the final buzzer.[/churchy]
You on a roll this morning bro! :D
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[churchy]My prediction...which I reserve the right to change, which I guess doesn't really make it a prediction but more-so a hope or a guess, is that Miami will win it in 5...No, 6...No, 7...Well, I don't really know. So, I'll wait until one team is about to be eliminated, then I'll choose the team that's not the underdog....Unless it's game 7, then I'll wait to give my prediction until the last 2 minutes of the game. If the game is tied, then I reserve the right to change my prediction at any time before the final buzzer...Unless it looks like they're going to overtime. Then, I'll predict that they're going to overtime, and I'll wait to give my final prediction then...Which I will stick by...Unless I invoke my right to change my mind before the final buzzer.[/churchy]
LAWD! Cut it out...LOL!!! j/k
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[churchy]My prediction...which I reserve the right to change, which I guess doesn't really make it a prediction but more-so a hope or a guess, is that Miami will win it in 5...No, 6...No, 7...Well, I don't really know. So, I'll wait until one team is about to be eliminated, then I'll choose the team that's not the underdog....Unless it's game 7, then I'll wait to give my prediction until the last 2 minutes of the game. If the game is tied, then I reserve the right to change my prediction at any time before the final buzzer...Unless it looks like they're going to overtime. Then, I'll predict that they're going to overtime, and I'll wait to give my final prediction then...Which I will stick by...Unless I invoke my right to change my mind before the final buzzer.[/churchy]
Nailed it. LAWD! Cut it out...LOL!!! j/k
That's really what you sound like... :D :D :D
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Jerks. SMH...
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Jerks. SMH...
LOL, we learned from the best.
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[churchy]My prediction...which I reserve the right to change, which I guess doesn't really make it a prediction but more-so a hope or a guess, is that Miami will win it in 5...No, 6...No, 7...Well, I don't really know. So, I'll wait until one team is about to be eliminated, then I'll choose the team that's not the underdog....Unless it's game 7, then I'll wait to give my prediction until the last 2 minutes of the game. If the game is tied, then I reserve the right to change my prediction at any time before the final buzzer...Unless it looks like they're going to overtime. Then, I'll predict that they're going to overtime, and I'll wait to give my final prediction then...Which I will stick by...Unless I invoke my right to change my mind before the final buzzer.[/churchy]
:D :D :D :D :D
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What a way to close out Father's Day- Game 3, baby!
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What a way to close out Father's Day- Game 3, baby!
Yes!!!
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A few early observations:
1) That play by Wade was a pure championship play! Loved it!
2) OKC's defense needs to step up!
3) Miami is doing what I believe will win them the title: driving in! Personally I would stick with driving in until OKC shows they can stop it.
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HEEAATTT!
#Thatisall
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Somebody get Wade out of this game!
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Yet another thriller.
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HEEAATTT!
#Thatisall
Is this your first post up in here? LOL!!
Yet another thriller.
Whew yes!
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Is this your first post up in here? LOL!!
Whew yes!
No. LOL.... I think it's like my 3rd or 4th LOL
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Welp, that turnover will do it....SMH! Heat up 2-1. 2 down and 2 to do for the Heat to win the title and Lebron to be relieved from the NBA cross!
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Yessir!!!! ;D
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Welp, that turnover will do it....SMH! Heat up 2-1. 2 down and 2 to do for the Heat to win the title and Lebron to be relieved from the NBA cross!
LeBron still needs to win multiple rings ... well he still needs to win one first \
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LeBron still needs to win multiple rings ... well he still needs to win one first \
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I kind of agree but I think Lebron winning 1 at least takes him off the NBA cross. The cup may not pass from him but at least he's off the cross (if that makes any sense....which I don't think it did...LOL)
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I kind of agree but I think Lebron winning 1 at least takes him off the NBA cross. The cup may not pass from him but at least he's off the cross (if that makes any sense....which I don't think it did...LOL)
ok i can agree with that
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Btw, if Miami ends up winning 3 straight taking the title in Game 5 I'm collecting an LGM seed offering for myself! I will give you all the paypal information and everything....LOL!! j/k
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Btw, if Miami ends up winning 3 straight taking the title in Game 5 I'm collecting an LGM seed offering for myself! I will give you all the paypal information and everything....LOL!! j/k
Why, because you exercised your right to change your mind and ended up being right the second time around? Wake up son, you're oozing again.
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Why, because you exercised your right to change your mind and ended up being right the second time around? Wake up son, you're oozing again.
LOL! Nobody here at LGM Cathedral Basketball Department predicted Miami winning all 3 at home. That deserves a grand old seed offering...ha!
And oozing, I just thought about that the other night reading through an old thread...LOL!
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LOL! Nobody here at LGM Cathedral Basketball Department predicted Miami winning all 3 at home. That deserves a grand old seed offering...ha!
And oozing, I just thought about that the other night reading through an old thread...LOL!
Nobody else calls themselves analysts and makes a bunch of predictions. LOL. Sorry bud, you only deserve credit for making a bunch of predictions, one of which may end up being right.
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Nobody else calls themselves analysts and makes a bunch of predictions. LOL. Sorry bud, you only deserve credit for making a bunch of predictions, one of which may end up being right.
Oh Lawd! :D
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Oh Lawd! :D
hey who is that one person you used to impersonate?
you would post something like in the voice of someone
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Yeah, bly. You ALSO predicted that OKC would win game 2 at home... you know if you guess both outcomes each time, you're bound to get it right. LOL!
I predict OKC will win Tuesday, unless they lose.
:D :D :D You see how that works?
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LOL! Nobody here at LGM Cathedral Basketball Department predicted Miami winning all 3 at home. That deserves a grand old seed offering...ha!
And oozing, I just thought about that the other night reading through an old thread...LOL!
Chile please!
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Chile please!
(http://wwp.greenwichmeantime.com/images/time/america/chile.jpg)
Chile, officially the Republic of Chile is a country in South America occupying a long, narrow strip of land between the Andes mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. It borders Peru to the north, Bolivia to the northeast, Argentina to the east, and the Drake Passage in the far south. Along with Ecuador, it is one of two countries in South America that do not border Brazil. Chilean territory includes the Pacific islands of Juan Fernández, Salas y Gómez, Desventuradas and Easter Island. Chile also claims about 1,250,000 square kilometres (480,000 sq mi) of Antarctica, although all claims are suspended under the Antarctic Treaty.
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Yeah, bly. You ALSO predicted that OKC would win game 2 at home... you know if you guess both outcomes each time, you're bound to get it right. LOL!
I predict OKC will win Tuesday, unless they lose.
:D :D :D You see how that works?
I agree...
...but I reserve my right to disagree later. (http://explorerforum.com/forums/images/smilies/shifty_eyes.gif)
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Welp, that turnover will do it....SMH! Heat up 2-1. 2 down and 2 to do for the Heat to win the title and Lebron to be relieved from the NBA cross!
So, ya'll just gonna ignore that, huh?
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So, ya'll just gonna ignore that, huh?
We knew you'd handle it. My only question is why it took you so long. :D
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If hypocrisy were punishable by law, you'd all be on a death row. :P
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If hypocrisy were punishable by law, you'd all be on a death row. :P
This guy!!!!
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This guy!!!!
Don't start. Everyone in this thread has given up their right to call ANYONE a jerk, so I can FREELY let you and your yellow bunnies have it.
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We knew you'd handle it. My only question is why it took you so long. :D
I had a doctor's appt., and errands to run today. :D
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This guy!!!!
Agreed. :D
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So, ya'll just gonna ignore that, huh?
I meant "go." I was typing too fast...LOL!
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I meant "go." I was typing too fast...LOL!
I knew what you meant, and knew what happened. I just felt like messin' with ya. :D
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I knew what you meant, and knew what happened. I just felt like messin' with ya. :D
LOL! Oh...
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Charlotte Bobcats hire St. John Assistant Mike Dunlap to be head coach. Can somebody shout "gamble!?" Wow!
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Charlotte Bobcats hire St. John Assistant Mike Dunlap to be head coach. Can somebody shout "gamble!?" Wow!
Looking at it more closely, I'd ask: a risk for who?
Here's why I ask that: No big name coach, college or pro, is going to touch Charlotte with a ten-foot pole. If a big-name college coach comes in and fails, he's got to fight to get back into a big name college program and work his way back up the pay scale. If a big name pro coach comes in and fails, then it hurts his chances of getting that next big gig in the pros.
If the Bobcats bring in a no-name assistant, everybody expects failure anyway, so nothing is lost. But, if he gets them even within sniffing distance of the playoffs, then the organization gains creditability and can lure a bigger name in a year or two. The no-name coach now has a name and can get a bigger gig elsewhere (likely another college gig). It's a potential win-win. At any rate, I feel sorry for the guy. I hope he knows what he's getting himself into.
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Looking at it more closely, I'd ask: a risk for who?
Here's why I ask that: No big name coach, college or pro, is going to touch Charlotte with a ten-foot pole. If a big-name college coach comes in and fails, he's got to fight to get back into a big name college program and work his way back up the pay scale. If a big name pro coach comes in and fails, then it hurts his chances of getting that next big gig in the pros.
If the Bobcats bring in a no-name assistant, everybody expects failure anyway, so nothing is lost. But, if he gets them even within sniffing distance of the playoffs, then the organization gains creditability and can lure a bigger name in a year or two. The no-name coach now has a name and can get a bigger gig elsewhere (likely another college gig). It's a potential win-win. At any rate, I feel sorry for the guy. I hope he knows what he's getting himself into.
Makes sense!
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Looking at it more closely, I'd ask: a risk for who?
Here's why I ask that: No big name coach, college or pro, is going to touch Charlotte with a ten-foot pole. If a big-name college coach comes in and fails, he's got to fight to get back into a big name college program and work his way back up the pay scale. If a big name pro coach comes in and fails, then it hurts his chances of getting that next big gig in the pros.
If the Bobcats bring in a no-name assistant, everybody expects failure anyway, so nothing is lost. But, if he gets them even within sniffing distance of the playoffs, then the organization gains creditability and can lure a bigger name in a year or two. The no-name coach now has a name and can get a bigger gig elsewhere (likely another college gig). It's a potential win-win. At any rate, I feel sorry for the guy. I hope he knows what he's getting himself into.
Not really a true statement...most elite college coaches who have failed at the professional level have went back to college and took over pretty decent college programs.
The second portion I do agree with
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Not really a true statement...most elite college coaches who have failed at the professional level have went back to college and took over pretty decent college programs.
The second portion I do agree with
There's a big difference between "pretty decent" and "elite", both in prestige and pay scale. They usually have to work their way back into "elite" status. It normally takes a couple of years of success at whatever school they go to, and when they right opportunity opens up, they're back in. Or, as I've seen before, they make their new school a powerhouse and get their contract re-negotiated.
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Game 4 for OKC is Game 7. In the Finals no team has ever come (came) back from a 3-1 deficit. For OKC to win tonight:
-Defense must sharpen up (stop allowing easy baskets inside)
-Durant must be the star (NOT Westbrook).
-They must force Miami to be a jumpshooting team.
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Game 4 for OKC is Game 7. In the Finals no team has ever come (came) back from a 3-1 deficit. For OKC to win tonight:
-Defense must sharpen up (stop allowing easy baskets inside)
-Durant must be the star (NOT Westbrook).
-They must force Miami to be a jumpshooting team.
Can't believe you can't hear the difference when you type it.
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Game 4 for OKC is Game 7. In the Finals no team has ever come (came) back from a 3-1 deficit. For OKC to win tonight:
-Defense must sharpen up (stop allowing easy baskets inside)
-Durant must be the star (NOT Westbrook).
-They must force Miami to be a jumpshooting team.
No need for the drama. :D I do agree that it'll be hard to impossible for OKC to win the title being down 3-1. If they win tonight, they re-gain the home court advantage.
- I agree, the defense must improve. But they kinda have to pick their poison. Now that James is focusing on scoring inside, if they double-team, they run the risk of freeing up Wade, Bosh or a 3-point shooter. If they collapse in the paint continually, they run the risk of increasing the foul count. Miami is shooting lights out during this series from the foul line. So, conceptually, it's easy to say they need to play better defense. But, the reality it's easier said than done.
- I think the Thunder still need the two-pronged approach, with contributions from Harden as well. Durant has been the star. Westbrook has been a very capable co-star. He takes some ill-advised shots, yes. But, he also makes some killer drives to the lane.
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Can't believe you can't hear the difference when you type it.
I should have went with my first gut response...LOL!
No need for the drama. :D I do agree that it'll be hard to impossible for OKC to win the title being down 3-1. If they win tonight, they re-gain the home court advantage.
- I agree, the defense must improve. But they kinda have to pick their poison. Now that James is focusing on scoring inside, if they double-team, they run the risk of freeing up Wade, Bosh or a 3-point shooter. If they collapse in the paint continually, they run the risk of increasing the foul count. Miami is shooting lights out during this series from the foul line. So, conceptually, it's easy to say they need to play better defense. But, the reality it's easier said than done.
- I think the Thunder still need the two-pronged approach, with contributions from Harden as well. Durant has been the star. Westbrook has been a very capable co-star. He takes some ill-advised shots, yes. But, he also makes some killer drives to the lane.
You're right. Who would have thought that Battier would be such a huge part of this equation? SMH!
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I should have went with my first gut response...LOL!
You're right. Who would have thought that Battier would be such a huge part of this equation? SMH!
*long, deep sigh*
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*long, deep sigh*
:D
Should of or should have gone?
#grammarlessoninNBAthreadonlyonLGM
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:D
Should of or should have gone?
#grammarlessoninNBAthreadonlyonLGM
#NBAthreadinJohnPKeethreadonlyonLGMtoo
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Prediction for tonight:
-Miami has a "killer" attitude and takes a 3-1 series lead putting them 48 minutes away from removing Lebron off the NBA cross.
#randomthoughts
-I absolutely would love to see OKC tie the series 2-2. I want this Finals series to go to 7.
-Someone argued that if any team could come back down 3-1 in the Finals it is this OKC team because they'd be favored to win Game 6 and 7 at home and because of what they did against the Spurs (sorry TJ...haha). My original argument was that each home team would win Games 1-6 with Miami winning Game 7. Either way, to me Miami being 3-1 = a precelebration service! Y'all know about those type of services...LOL!!!
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Good start by OKC. Shots falling in. I want to see Miami drive in more!
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uh oh Wade. #ThunderUP
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Durant MUST be big in the 2nd half of this game. I'm really disappointed in OKC's 2nd quarter. That's abominable!
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Durant MUST be big in the 2nd half of this game. I'm really disappointed in OKC's 2nd quarter. That's abominable!
Just as bad as Miami's first half *LL Cool J shrug*
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Just as bad as Miami's first half *LL Cool J shrug*
Yep!
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I meant quarter. Sorry.
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I meant quarter. Sorry.
You good!
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OKC was cheated today in my opinion
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OKC was cheated today in my opinion
Make your case bro! Refs getting A LOT of "Heat" in this game...get it? LOL!! #notfunny
Anyway, 12 minutes to determine if we'll at least see a game 6 in OKC or if Miami and Lebron take command of this series pushing them closer to the title! Let's go OKC!
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Make your case bro! Refs getting A LOT of "Heat" in this game...get it? LOL!! #notfunny
Anyway, 12 minutes to determine if we'll at least see a game 6 in OKC or if Miami and Lebron take command of this series pushing them closer to the title! Let's go OKC!
ROFL!!!
but yeah the refs are something else just watching Battier run around doing little things that you don't catch until the replay smh and durant already has foul trouble
I like the heat and all but they ain't playing the OKC Thunder they are playing the rules ... hopefully OKC gets the win but i doubt it
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Westbrook is keeping OKC in this game!
Btw, for the sake of history I saw a tweet about how this OKC team looks like early days of Jordan Bulls when they were losing to Pistons I guess in conference finals as they were learning how to become a championship team. Anybody agree with that?
@phbrown I think Heat win this game and get us prepared for the deliverance service of Lebron James....LOL!
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I respect what LBJ has done since his injury.
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I just hope it's cramps instead of a serious injury.
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Oh well, OKC. Maybe next year. :-\
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I just hope it's cramps instead of a serious injury.
Agreed.
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Oh well, OKC. Maybe next year. :-\
OKC/Miami Finals rematch in 2013. #prediction
Other final thoughts of tonight:
1) Miami is 48 minutes away from the title and Lebron's deliverance!
2) The Derrick Rose injury swayed this potential title to the Heat.
3) OKC's inexperience showed its ugly head tonight in a huge way!
4) Lebron is hungry and determined. As others have said, I hope his injury is not serious. I want him to be active in game 5 to seal the deal.
5) Westbrook was good and will be crucified tonight and tomorrow but deserves credit for keeping OKC in this game.
6) Miami better be thankful Spurs are not in these Finals. I'm convinced this series would be going definitely to 7 if Spurs were in it.
Well, let me get my suit and shoes ready for the Miami Celebration convocation to take place Thursday! :D :D
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I hope Westbrook's one mistake doesn't get him "crucified", as you say. He played a brilliant game, otherwise.
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I hope Westbrook's one mistake doesn't get him "crucified", as you say. He played a brilliant game, otherwise.
I hope not either but he will...
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I believe LeBron James has exorcised his demons in this series. He's not clutch? Did you see him play through injury and hit a clutch 3? He passes too much? Dude had a career playoff high assists tonight and has been throwing laser passes all series at clutch times. He chokes from the free throw line? He's hit the tough ones when they've counted this series.
Throughout the playoffs, but in this series in particular, James has proven he was worthy of the MVP vote.
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I believe LeBron James has exorcised his demons in this series. He's not clutch? Did you see him play through injury and hit a clutch 3? He passes too much? Dude had a career playoff high assists tonight and has been throwing laser passes all series at clutch times. He chokes from the free throw line? He's hit the tough ones when they've counted this series.
Throughout the playoffs, but in this series in particular, James has proven he was worthy of the MVP vote.
THIS
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I believe LeBron James has exorcised his demons in this series. He's not clutch? Did you see him play through injury and hit a clutch 3? He passes too much? Dude had a career playoff high assists tonight and has been throwing laser passes all series at clutch times. He chokes from the free throw line? He's hit the tough ones when they've counted this series.
Throughout the playoffs, but in this series in particular, James has proven he was worthy of the MVP vote.
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uh oh Wade. #ThunderUP
lol
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What a game! What a series! Even if the Heat win the series 4-1, it will be the most hotly contested 4-1 I've ever seen. The Thunder is a very VERY good team. My respect for Westbrook's game has gone up a few notches. The knock on him is that he shoots too much, takes ill-advised shots and makes bad decisions. The reality is, he's taken a lot of shots. He's taken some ill-advised shots. He's made bad decisions. BUT, those mistakes pale in comparison to all of the good he does. If he makes 8 great plays for every 1 bad play, I'll take that ratio. I don't know what the ratio actually is, but dude had a beast game/series.
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When Mario Chalmers plays like that the Miami Heat are ridiculously good.
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When Mario Chalmers plays like that the Miami Heat are ridiculously good.
The thing that wins championships is what the Heat currently have: people stepping up. This game, it was Chalmers. Before that, it was Battier. Someone always seems to step up for the Heat. Side note: Bosh is playing great, inspired ball. The points don't tell the entire story. Blocked shots, good defense, pure hustle. All of his efforts are part of what helped the Heat win.
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The thing that wins championships is what the Heat currently have: people stepping up. This game, it was Chalmers. Before that, it was Battier. Someone always seems to step up for the Heat. Side note: Bosh is playing great, inspired ball. The points don't tell the entire story. Blocked shots, good defense, pure hustle. All of his efforts are part of what helped the Heat win.
Crazy to think that, not long ago, people were trying to argue that the Heat were a better team WITHOUT Chris Bosh. ::)
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Crazy to think that, not long ago, people were trying to argue that the Heat were a better team WITHOUT Chris Bosh. ::)
True
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Bosh's presence opens up the floor so much!!! SN: Battier for MVP!!! Go Duke!!!!
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Bosh's presence opens up the floor so much!!! SN: Battier for MVP!!! Go Duke!!!!
You nearly got a cosign. SMH
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You nearly got a cosign. SMH
:D :D :D
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Bosh's presence opens up the floor so much!!! SN: Dear God, ANYBODY but Lebron for MVP!!! Go, anybody else!!!!
Fixed that for you.
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Crazy to think that, not long ago, people were trying to argue that the Heat were a better team WITHOUT Chris Bosh. ::)
And that argument is voided now!
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Fixed that for you.
You know I was trying to be funny with that post...even I can't find anything to hate on LBJ for in this series. The dude has been lights out the whole series
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You know I was trying to be funny with that post...even I can't find anything to hate on LBJ for in this series. The dude has been lights out the whole series
I know. I know you weren't actually saying that Shane deserved MVP.
Lebron has truly been King James in this series.
For the first time I've seen this fire in Lebron that kinda says "I won't LET us lose". In big moments I finally feel like "OK, now Lebron is going to turn it up."
In the past it was more like "OK, now Lebron is going to disappear."
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I know. I know you weren't actually saying that Shane deserved MVP.
Lebron has truly been King James in this series.
For the first time I've seen this fire in Lebron that kinda says "I won't LET us lose". In big moments I finally feel like "OK, now Lebron is going to turn it up."
In the past it was more like "OK, now Lebron is going to disappear."
+1
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13 1/2 hours until we possibly see the coronation of Lebron James' removal from the NBA cross. Game 5 of a spectacular NBA Finals tonight! OKC is still capable of at least winning game 5 tonight especially if 1) Harden plays strong 2) Durant plays stronger than game 4 3) Shots fall in 4) Defense steps up. Now if OKC wins tonight this makes this series interesting as it would go back to OKC for Game 6 and many think that if this series goes back to OKC, OKC is capable of winning both games at home. However, here's my prediction:
Heat blow out OKC and remove Lebron James from the NBA cross winning championship!
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As talented and as capable as the Thunder are of pulling out a victory tonight, I believe James' sheer will to win is going to make the difference tonight. Too bad. I really like seeing the combination of Durant, Westbrook, Wade, James and Bosh on the floor at the same time. These games have been nothing short of electric!
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I expect them all to lay everything on the line tonight. OKC has nothing to lose, and Mia should play with the mentality that this is gm 7. I just hope I can make it till the end of the game...last two games I feel asleep by halftime.
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HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
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Give the kid credit. He knows the Heat lineup. LOL!
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Give the kid credit. He knows the Heat lineup. LOL!
He sure does. :o
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The Youngest Heat Hater ([url]http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22825103/vp/47903232#47903232[/url])
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
What he said. :D
Mom: Why do you hate them?
Kid: I don't know, I just do.
:D :D :D
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What he said. :D
Mom: Why do you hate them?
Kid: I don't know, I just do.
:D :D :D
That kid is going places...lol. Smart kid!!!
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That kid is going places...lol. Smart kid!!!
You taught him well. :D :D :D
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Cordney was having flashbacks to his younger days.
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That kid is going places...lol. Smart kid!!!
Like Papatine watching a young Skywalker for you, eh?
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That first "I HATE HIM" had me ROTFLMBO!
This video....too funny!
Don't worry buddy.....I feel ya.
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You taught him well. :D :D :D
I wish I could take the credit...lol
Cordney was having flashbacks to his younger days.
Now that you mentioned it...I prolly had a couple of moments like that about Jordan
Like Papatine watching a young Skywalker for you, eh?
All Star Wars comparisons goes over my head
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Cordney was having flashbacks to his younger days.
:D
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All Star Wars comparisons goes over my head
:o
Get. thee. to. NETFLIX. post haste!!!
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:o
Get. thee. to. NETFLIX. post haste!!!
Never really been into it *MJ shrug* I'll add it to my Netflix list of thing to watch
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Never really been into it *MJ shrug* I'll add it to my Netflix list of thing to watch
What are you, a Trekkie? ::)
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What are you, a Trekkie? ::)
Neither
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The Youngest Heat Hater ([url]http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22825103/vp/47903232#47903232[/url])
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
First world problems.
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I'll be in church all day Sunday, so I need the series to end tonight. Just go ahead and put them out of their misery, Miami.
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I'll be in church all day Sunday, so I need the series to end tonight. Just go ahead and put them out of their misery, Miami.
LOL!!!
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48 minutes away from Lebron James getting his first title! Here we go! There's no way I see this series going back to OKC.
Go OKC!
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48 minutes away from Lebron James getting his first title! Here we go! There's no way I see this series going back to OKC.
Go OKC!
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That last play just did it for me. No help from OKC defensively trying to stop the play. For historical reasons I'm talking about Miami scoring to make the score 22-15 with 3:37 in 1st quarter.
@sjon what? LOL!
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36 minutes!
Oh btw @sjon I'm rooting for OKC but think realistically speaking Miami ends it tonight.
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24 minutes!
However, if I'm OKC I'm encouraged to be down just by 10 points.
59-49 Miami at halftime!
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24 minutes!
However, if I'm OKC I'm encouraged to be down just by 10 points.
59-49 Miami at halftime!
OKC is getting a lot of calls. So, I don't want to hear any more whining about the calls in game 4. Other than that, I'm not too sure I'd be encouraged if I were OKC. Yeah, they may be ONLY down 10 points, but they're still down 10. They're not stopping James. They're not stopping the 3's. It's going to be a long night if they don't make the proper adjustments. On offense, they're not moving the ball much. Westbrook is relying on that elbow jumper, but he's not hitting them. Were it not for his drives where he's getting fouled, I don't think the Thunder would even be this close.
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OKC is getting a lot of calls. So, I don't want to hear any more whining about the calls in game 4. Other than that, I'm not too sure I'd be encouraged if I were OKC. Yeah, they may be ONLY down 10 points, but they're still down 10. They're not stopping James. They're not stopping the 3's. It's going to be a long night if they don't make the proper adjustments. On offense, they're not moving the ball much. Westbrook is relying on that elbow jumper, but he's not hitting them. Were it not for his drives where he's getting fouled, I don't think the Thunder would even be this close.
Personally I'm not seeing enough Durant and Harden.
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Personally I'm not seeing enough Durant and Harden.
Are we watching the same game?
Durant took 14 shots in the first half. How much more of him do you want to see? Harden has also been a presence.
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Are we watching the same game?
Durant took 14 shots in the first half. How much more of him do you want to see? Harden has also been a presence.
I want Durant to take 95% of the shots the rest of the way. That's the only way in my mind OKC extends the series (in addition to significantly improving the defense).
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I want Durant to take 95% of the shots the rest of the way. That's the only way in my mind OKC extends the series (in addition to significantly improving the defense).
I'm not sure I totally agree. Unless Durant shoots 75% from the floor, it doesn't make sense for him to take 95% of the shots. This is the NBA. Miami will adjust if he takes that many shots. It will result in forced shots, a la Kobe. I'd prefer Westbrook to keep driving and drawing fouls. Foul shots are uncontested and the clock is stopped during foul shots. In other words, he extends the game if he keeps doing what he's been doing. His foul shooting is what kept the game as close as it was in the 1st half.
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i am a fisher fan now
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I'm not sure I totally agree. Unless Durant shoots 75% from the floor, it doesn't make sense for him to take 95% of the shots. This is the NBA. Miami will adjust if he takes that many shots. It will result in forced shots, a la Kobe. I'd prefer Westbrook to keep driving and drawing fouls. Foul shots are uncontested and the clock is stopped during foul shots. In other words, he extends the game if he keeps doing what he's been doing. His foul shooting is what kept the game as close as it was in the 1st half.
I see.
But I'm telling y'all, this sequence with the Fisher flagrant may be the fat lady singing. I feel like OKC is basically throwing in the towel. Lebron James is getting delivered tonight!
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i am a fisher fan now
It only took about 14 years. LOL.
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It only took about 14 years. LOL.
ROFL!
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the game will change when battier fouls out and okc will rally ... still might lose
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Feels like Lakers/Celtics in 2008 when Lakers got blown out in Game 6 which led to Celtics clinching title.
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What a shellacking the Heat is putting on the Thunder! They're out-hustling them, out-shooting them, simply outplaying them. I love it! The thing I love most is that it has been a total team effort so far.
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12 minutes left. I told y'all it was going to be a blowout!
I wonder what's going on in Cleveland right now...LOL!
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SMH. See, if Stern hadn't paid his refs to screw my Spurs, this wouldn't be happening. We could've easily handled these jokers.
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Um....yeah Teej.
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the game will change when battier fouls out and okc will rally ... still might lose
nvm.... :-\ oh well
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Too little too late for OKC. Lebron not trying to celebrate at all until it's 0:00. I respect that!
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It's a shame this game is so bad that the announcers had to go to their garbage time info with six minutes left. :D
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It's a shame this game is so bad that the announcers had to go to their garbage time info with six minutes left. :D
LOL, yeah i wished it was a bit closer ... a nail biter you know oh well
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Well, I'm glad Miami won. It would've looked horrible to buy a team and still lose year after year. OKC will get their shine. They fought well. I still think the Westbrook factor needs to be handled, but they'll figure out a way.
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Well, I'm glad Miami won. It would've looked horrible to buy a team and still lose year after year. OKC will get their shine. They fought well. I still think the Westbrook factor needs to be handled, but they'll figure out a way.
Exactly!
Well, it's not totally 0:00 left but congratulations to the Miami Heat for doing what they were assembled to do: win the NBA championship! A special congratulations goes to Lebron James for finally being delivered from the NBA cross! He will have a ring and deserves it! What a moment in NBA history!
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Exactly!
Well, it's not totally 0:00 left but congratulations to the Miami Heat for doing what they were assembled to do: win the NBA championship! A special congratulations goes to Lebron James for finally being delivered from the NBA cross! He will have a ring and deserves it! What a moment in NBA history!
i think you should change your title from analyst to commentator i think you do a much better job as a commentator
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The Youngest Heat Hater ([url]http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22825103/vp/47903232#47903232[/url])
Lord, please don't let this little kid do anything crazy as a result of tonight's victory. :D
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Lord, please don't let this little kid do anything crazy as a result of tonight's victory. :D
:D
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oh oh i just thought of an invention that rivals the sound of the human voice.... the human ear! LOL i'm silly good night
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i think you should change your title from analyst to commentator i think you do a much better job as a commentator
LOL! What!?
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LOL! What!?
I think I said the same thing last week.
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I'm predicting the Miami Heat to be the team to win the title
Hmmm...seems like a LOT of people in this thread owe this guy some props.
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Hmmm...seems like a LOT of people in this thread owe this guy some props.
;D
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;D
Don't be humble about it. As hard of a time as these guys gave you, you better rub it in like lotion. I have some GIFs if you need to borrow them.
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LOL! What!?
it was when you said "What a moment in NBA history!" to me it made me think of you as a commentator more than anything.
Now if you would have said ... here is the collection plate Bly the analyst was correct ante up. then you would have been an analyst
but that is just me
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Don't be humble about it. As hard of a time as these guys gave you, you better rub it in like lotion. I have some GIFs if you need to borrow them.
Oh yes! I'll take them!
*getting arrogant* ;D
Who was the LGMer that consistently (even though I felt like changing many times) said that Miami was the team to beat this season? Who said that Miami was the favorite? Who predicted in the beginning of this postseason that Miami would win it all? Even though I changed amount of games in middle of series, who was the one that said Miami would win 3 straight and close out Miami in 5? Last but not least, who was the one that predicted Miami would win in a blowout!? And who is the LGMer who believes that OKC/Miami will be in a rematch next season and will be right!?
blyempowered, CHIEF LGM NBA Analyst! ;D
:D
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Here, Bennett...let me show you how it's done:
I think you make far too many predictions...lol
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[churchy]My prediction...which I reserve the right to change, which I guess doesn't really make it a prediction but more-so a hope or a guess, is that Miami will win it in 5...No, 6...No, 7...Well, I don't really know. So, I'll wait until one team is about to be eliminated, then I'll choose the team that's not the underdog....Unless it's game 7, then I'll wait to give my prediction until the last 2 minutes of the game. If the game is tied, then I reserve the right to change my prediction at any time before the final buzzer...Unless it looks like they're going to overtime. Then, I'll predict that they're going to overtime, and I'll wait to give my final prediction then...Which I will stick by...Unless I invoke my right to change my mind before the final buzzer.[/churchy]
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I hope you're taking notes over there Mr. Analyst. >:(
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Dude still wipin' life's Enfamil from his lips talkin' 'bout somebody's 'senior' anything... ::)
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Oh yes! I'll take them!
*getting arrogant* ;D
Who was the LGMer that consistently (even though I felt like changing many times) said that Miami was the team to beat this season? Who said that Miami was the favorite? Who predicted in the beginning of this postseason that Miami would win it all? Even though I changed amount of games in middle of series, who was the one that said Miami would win 3 straight and close out Miami in 5? Last but not least, who was the one that predicted Miami would win in a blowout!? And who is the LGMer who believes that OKC/Miami will be in a rematch next season and will be right!?
blyempowered, CHIEF LGM NBA Analyst! ;D
:D
In all fairness, you made those predictions. Then again, nobody else cared to make predictions. Personally, I wanted Miami to win it all, but would have been equally happy if Philly won it.
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Here, Bennett...let me show you how it's done:
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I receive it!!! Thank you!!
In all fairness, you made those predictions. Then again, nobody else cared to make predictions. Personally, I wanted Miami to win it all, but would have been equally happy if Philly won it.
LOL!!
Btw, SN: I wonder how Wade feels not being totally the center of attention with this title (in comparison to 2006). Knowing that it's all about titles in the NBA I'm pretty sure he doesn't care.
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It was a beautiful thing, watching Lebron raise up that championship trophy. I was with this team from the day one of last yr. They actually should have won last yr, but They messed with my brotha Lebron so bad, it just got to him. They hated on him, they threatened his life,etc. They tried their best to break my brotha, but he just couldn't be broken, actually it made him & Miami stronger, they became a team. They just couldn't comprehend this young brotha making his own decisions, without getting white folks permission. Now he/they did exactly what they planned. It doesn't get any better, when you actually accomplish what you set out to do. Every black person that is a fan of basketball should have been supporting Lebron. Even if it was just supporting him on principle. I didn't have any reservations about telling people , why I was rooting for Miami & under normal circumstances I wouldn't care who won. I believe that OKC will one day get their ring, but it just wasn't in the plans this yr.
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^^^^
I just knew you'd be here....LOL! I do wonder what's going through Dan Gilbert's mind right now...haha!
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@ssabass
WOW!
You jus-....wow.
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Hmmm...seems like a LOT of people in this thread owe this guy some props.
Oh yes! I'll take them!
*getting arrogant* ;D
Who was the LGMer that consistently (even though I felt like changing many times) said that Miami was the team to beat this season? Who said that Miami was the favorite? Who predicted in the beginning of this postseason that Miami would win it all? Even though I changed amount of games in middle of series, who was the one that said Miami would win 3 straight and close out Miami in 5? Last but not least, who was the one that predicted Miami would win in a blowout!? And who is the LGMer who believes that OKC/Miami will be in a rematch next season and will be right!?
blyempowered, CHIEF LGM NBA Analyst! ;D
Here, Bennett...let me show you how it's done:
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Strong Revisionist History. :D :D :D
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Mike Miller.
23 pts. 7 of 8 on his 3pt attempts. SEVEN. OF. EIGHT :o :o :o
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Mike Miller.
23 pts. 7 of 8 on his 3pt attempts. SEVEN. OF. EIGHT :o :o :o
I LOVE Mike Miller! (no homo)
I just love the way he fights through the pain and gives his all. He'll dive on the floor for loose balls, take charges, defend whomever and then limp back to the bench when he has to come out. Even if he's injured half of the time, that's the kinda guy I want in battle with me.
And he sinks 3's!
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I LOVE Mike Miller! (no homo)
I just love the way he fights through the pain and gives his all. He'll dive on the floor for loose balls, take charges, defend whomever and then limp back to the bench when he has to come out. Even if he's injured half of the time, that's the kinda guy I want in battle with me.
And he sinks 3's!
Well.....last night he did. :D
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So now who takes the title in the NBA of best player without a ring or NBA player who needs a title for validation the most?
I say Carmelo.
I think Durant is next to get ring unless the Clippers somehow make it to the Finals.
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Best player without a ring? Durant, hands down.
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Best player without a ring? Durant, hands down.
RIGHT... He is only 1 vet and a role player away....
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Derrick Rose, lest we forget due to his injury.
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Makes you wonder....if Derrick Rose hadn't gone down, would Miami be celebrating right now? The world may never know.
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Makes you wonder....if Derrick Rose hadn't gone down, would Miami be celebrating right now? The world may never know.
Good question. Based upon what I saw from them in this most recent series, I'd say yes. Based upon what I saw in the Indiana series, I'd have my doubts.
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Good question. Based upon what I saw from them in this most recent series, I'd say yes. Based upon what I saw in the Indiana series, I'd have my doubts.
Remember, Bosh went down in the first game of that series.
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Makes you wonder....if Derrick Rose hadn't gone down, would Miami be celebrating right now? The world may never know.
Not sure even though I felt like Chicago had best chance to take down Miami.
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Remember, Bosh went down in the first game of that series.
True. And he showed what a huge difference he makes.
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Since bly loves to quote Skip Bayless so much, I thought you guys would get a kick out of how Mark Cuban just owned him:
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/mark-cuban-absolutely-destroys-espn-skip-bayless-air-202818568--nba.html (http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/mark-cuban-absolutely-destroys-espn-skip-bayless-air-202818568--nba.html)
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Since bly loves to quote Skip Bayless so much, I thought you guys would get a kick out of how Mark Cuban just owned him:
[url]http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/mark-cuban-absolutely-destroys-espn-skip-bayless-air-202818568--nba.html[/url] ([url]http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/mark-cuban-absolutely-destroys-espn-skip-bayless-air-202818568--nba.html[/url])
aww man i heard something similar to that on the radio lol
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Since bly loves to quote Skip Bayless so much, I thought you guys would get a kick out of how Mark Cuban just owned him:
[url]http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/mark-cuban-absolutely-destroys-espn-skip-bayless-air-202818568--nba.html[/url] ([url]http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/mark-cuban-absolutely-destroys-espn-skip-bayless-air-202818568--nba.html[/url])
OMG! That was crazy! I listened to the podcast but I wonder what Skip's face looked like...SMH!
Btw, in response to something I wrote a couple of days ago, in my opinion, Durant is the best player without a ring BUT I think Carmelo is now in the same category that Lebron was in before Thursday night as a player that NEEDS a ring. Some consider him a superstar and others don't because they don't believe he makes other players better plus his playoff record is abysmal (he's never made it past the 1st round).
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As an individual talent, I think Melo is often amazing. He's a great SCORER. I can't compare him to LeBron because LeBron is a great BASKETBALL PLAYER. LeBron can get you a triple-double AND lock down his opponent on the other end. Melo can get you 40 points...and that's about it. I don't say it that way to slight him at all. His role on the Knicks is to be a scorer. He relishes that role. But, to go down in history as an all-time great, he's got to be able to do more than score. He has to lead a team to important victories- playoff victories, titles. That's the only time when all of that scoring matters. It's like Westbrook said in his post-game interview after scoring 43 in a loss to the heat, "It don't mean nuffin!"
So, to your point that Melo "needs" a title, I'd say that a title will help legitimize his scoring, because it can then be said that he led his team to a title.
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As an individual talent, I think Melo is often amazing. He's a great SCORER. I can't compare him to LeBron because LeBron is a great BASKETBALL PLAYER. LeBron can get you a triple-double AND lock down his opponent on the other end. Melo can get you 40 points...and that's about it. I don't say it that way to slight him at all. His role on the Knicks is to be a scorer. He relishes that role. But, to go down in history as an all-time great, he's got to be able to do more than score. He has to lead a team to important victories- playoff victories, titles. That's the only time when all of that scoring matters. It's like Westbrook said in his post-game interview after scoring 43 in a loss to the heat, "It don't mean nuffin!"
So, to your point that Melo "needs" a title, I'd say that a title will help legitimize his scoring, because it can then be said that he led his team to a title.
Yep!
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I can't believe I typed that much using my phone. I usually loathe using my phone to type in LGM, especially when I quote someone. The lag can get awful.
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nothing to watch on ESPN until the Olympics :(
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nothing to watch on ESPN until the Olympics :(
Depends on what you like. I haven't watched ESPN in a minute, but I suspect they're starting to give some coverage to NFL training camps, OTA's, free agent signings, etc. But again, it depends on what interests you. Speaking of which, I wonder how Tiger's doing in this recent tournament.
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Haven't watched ESPN since the end of football season.
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nothing to watch on ESPN until the Olympics :(
Don't forget FirstTake, Around The Horn, PTI, etc.
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The Olympic Trials were good yesterday for track and field. They will be having the finals for the rest of the events on today.
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The Olympic Trials were good yesterday for track and field. They will be having the finals for the rest of the events on today.
I wonder how they will settle that tie from yesterday?!!
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Say it ain't so OKC?!?!?! :-\
http://sports.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981435256 (http://sports.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981435256)
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Website is blocked here, Vonne. What does the article say?
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Website is blocked here, Vonne. What does the article say?
OKC is trying to trade Harden to the Bobcats for the 2nd pick in the draft, possibly to draft Bradley Beal.
I think that's a bad move on OKC's part. Harden is a REALLY good player, despite having a REALLY bad Finals. There's a lot of hype around Beal right now but he's an unproven commodity in the NBA.
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It says OKC may consider trading James Harden to the Bobcats for the number 2 pick?!?!?
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Say it ain't so OKC?!?!?! :-\
[url]http://sports.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981435256[/url] ([url]http://sports.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981435256[/url])
SMH!
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OKC is trying to trade Harden to the Bobcats for the 2nd pick in the draft, possibly to draft Bradley Beal.
I think that's a bad move on OKC's part. Harden is a REALLY good player, despite having a REALLY bad Finals. There's a lot of hype around Beal right now but he's an unproven commodity in the NBA.
Oh. I heard about the Beal kid. Love the Gators! However, I don't think it's smart of OKC either.
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I think it's a bad move on both parts. I have this feeling that Harden will sign a big contract and then turn into Ben Gordon...he's not a megastar like his teammates, but I might be wrong
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There is no one...I repeat no one...in this draft worth trading Harden for. I'm wary of almost all the prospects in this draft. BTJM
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I think it's a bad move on both parts. I have this feeling that Harden will sign a big contract and then turn into Ben Gordon...he's not a megastar like his teammates, but I might be wrong
rly? I think he's underrated.
I think he'd average 20pts 5asts as a starter on another team. Harden gets less credit than other young guards because he comes off the bench and because he plays with two stars.
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rly? I think he's underrated.
I think he'd average 20pts 5asts as a starter on another team. Harden gets less credit than other young guards because he comes off the bench and because he plays with two stars.
This right here!!
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rly? I think he's underrated.
I think he'd average 20pts 5asts as a starter on another team. Harden gets less credit than other young guards because he comes off the bench and because he plays with two stars.
My reaction could be related to his final's performance...I hope he's a star, but I'm not sold yet
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T-Rob from KU has an inspirational story...I hope he excels at the next level
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T-Rob from KU has an inspirational story...I hope he excels at the next level
I agree!!
What do you guys think of Anthony Davis? Is he a franchise changer?
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I agree!!
What do you guys think of Anthony Davis? Is he a franchise changer?
Potentially.
Seems like there are a lot of different opinions on where Rivers should be at. I think he's 10.
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Austin Rivers is going to fit in well because he's cocky, selfish, and high maintenance. :D ;D :D ;D ;D
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T-Rob from KU has an inspirational story...I hope he excels at the next level
ROCK CHALK KUuuuuuuu!!!
i heart my alma mater
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Austin Rivers is going to fit in well because he's cocky, selfish, and high maintenance. :D ;D :D ;D ;D
As a Duke fan, I never seen Rivers as cocky, selfish, or high maintenance...I think it's way too early to make that type of judgement
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As a Duke fan, I never seen Rivers as cocky, selfish, or high maintenance...I think it's way too early to make that type of judgement
Some the analysts are trying to attach that to him. I haven't seen it either although I haven't followed him that closely.
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Some the analysts are trying to attach that to him. I haven't seen it either although I haven't followed him that closely.
Yeah, I know, but I haven't seen that type of attitude from he
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As a Duke fan, I never seen Rivers as cocky, selfish, or high maintenance...I think it's way too early to make that type of judgement
If you watched him, like I did, in high school...you would understand why he has that label. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion tho. ;)
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.... smh
http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/01/report-dwight-howard-wants-trade-to-nets-again-oh-and-the-thinks-the-magic-blackmailed-him/related/ (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/01/report-dwight-howard-wants-trade-to-nets-again-oh-and-the-thinks-the-magic-blackmailed-him/related/)
From ESPN:
Dwight Howard met with new Orlando Magic general manager Rob Hennigan on Friday and told him he wants to be traded to the Brooklyn Nets, according to sources with knowledge of the situation.
Howard and Hennigan sat down face to face in Los Angeles, meeting for the first time since Hennigan became Orlando’s GM nearly two weeks ago.
Hennigan was noncommital when Howard told him he wants to be traded to Brooklyn, sources said.
Hennigan did not tell Howard whether he would trade him. His intentions were merely to hear the thoughts of the Magic superstar.
via Sources — Dwight Howard tells Orlando Magic GM he wants trade to Brooklyn Nets – ESPN.
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If you watched him, like I did, in high school...you would understand why he has that label. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion tho. ;)
I watched his high school games too...I still didn't see it, but alas, we are entitled to our own opinions, lol.
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There's often a fine line between cockiness and self-confidence, selfishness and a will to win, high maintenance and driven. I don't know anything about the kid, so I reserve judgement.
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.... smh
[url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/01/report-dwight-howard-wants-trade-to-nets-again-oh-and-the-thinks-the-magic-blackmailed-him/related/[/url] ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/01/report-dwight-howard-wants-trade-to-nets-again-oh-and-the-thinks-the-magic-blackmailed-him/related/[/url])
From ESPN:
Dwight Howard met with new Orlando Magic general manager Rob Hennigan on Friday and told him he wants to be traded to the Brooklyn Nets, according to sources with knowledge of the situation.
Howard and Hennigan sat down face to face in Los Angeles, meeting for the first time since Hennigan became Orlando’s GM nearly two weeks ago.
Hennigan was noncommital when Howard told him he wants to be traded to Brooklyn, sources said.
Hennigan did not tell Howard whether he would trade him. His intentions were merely to hear the thoughts of the Magic superstar.
via Sources — Dwight Howard tells Orlando Magic GM he wants trade to Brooklyn Nets – ESPN.
I am so through with Dwight. It's crazy to me that Lebron is viewed more negatively than Dwight.
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I am so through with Dwight. It's crazy to me that Lebron is viewed more negatively than Dwight.
I sitll think it's because of HOW Lebron left vs him actually leaving.
I've also heard Lakers may still be interested in Howard.
In other news, maybe we (more specifically the media and I) were wrong about the end of the Big 3 era in Boston. Garnett is coming back and Boston has offered Allen more money than Grizzlies or Heat. To me, Ray Allen going to Heat = repeat championship for Heat.
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I still think it's because of HOW Lebron left vs him actually leaving.
I've also heard Lakers may still be interested in Howard.
In other news, maybe we (more specifically the media and I) were wrong about the end of the Big 3 era in Boston. Garnett is coming back and Boston has offered Allen more money than Grizzlies or Heat. To me, Ray Allen going to Heat = repeat championship for Heat.
I'm look at how Dwight is leaving too. The whole thing with Dwight hemming and hawing at the trade deadline before finally deciding to stay, then being a big baby and getting Van Gundy fired, now saying AGAIN that he wants to be traded. He has made this a huge mess.
Lebron did The Decision.
I think Lebron's departure was classy compared to this. lol
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Ray Allen and Garnett need to move on now. It's time to think about getting more rings not just collecting a check. Garnett should go to the Mavs and Ray needs to go to the Heat. BTJM
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is Ray allen really that good? I never watched him play
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is Ray allen really that good? I never watched him play
Most prolific 3-point shooter EVER.
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And, I'm with RJ, Dwight lost all kinds of cool points with me. I don't care who he ends up with. I lost respect for him. LeBron did everything on the up and up. He made a big spectacle of himself, but at least he did nothing subversive and was not wishy washy.
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Nash's two top choices are, supposedly, Knicks and Raptors. (http://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-raptors-meet-with-steve-nash-1.3817146)
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I hear Lamar Odom is a Clipper now.
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PREACH... (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/48051630/ns/sports-nba/)
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PREACH... ([url]http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/48051630/ns/sports-nba/[/url])
Excerpt:
Inexplicably, in March he signed a waiver of the early termination option of his contract, deciding to remain with the Magic through the 2012-13 season. That made no sense to anybody.
At that time, he did an interview with a web site called RealGM.com in which he said: “Man, listen, you know my heart, my soul and everything I have is in Orlando. I just can’t leave it behind. I have gotten some bad advice. I apologize for this circus I have caused to the fans of our city.”
On Sunday, he told Yahoo! Sports: “There’s only one team on my list and if I don’t get traded there, I’ll play the season out and explore my free agency after that.” Yahoo! reported that the one team is the Brooklyn Nets.
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Long live the king!
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I hear Lamar Odom is a Clipper now.
Ugh!
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I can't believe the Hawks did the unthinkable....got rid of Joe Johnson?!?!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1245796-brooklyn-nets-why-joe-johnson-trade-makes-perfect-sense-for-franchise (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1245796-brooklyn-nets-why-joe-johnson-trade-makes-perfect-sense-for-franchise)
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Makes sense to me. His role was starting to diminish in Atl., with the emergence of Smith. They got rid of that huge salary so they can add more depth. Works for me.
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I'm glad they finally pulled the trigger. Joe was never really a superstar, in my opinion. He's just a really good role player who needs to be paired with a superstar. Btjm
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Danny Ferry has already won. He did what all the sports people in ATL said couldn't be done. They said Joe's contract was too high and nobody would want him at that price. On top of that, he's getting rid of Marvin Williams. People are going to love Danny Ferry around these parts.
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Danny Ferry has already won. He did what all the sports people in ATL said couldn't be done. They said Joe's contract was too high and nobody would want him at that price. On top of that, he's getting rid of Marvin Williams. People are going to love Danny Ferry around these parts.
This right here.
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Where's Dwight going?
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Where's Dwight going?
LA Lakers ;D
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LA Lakers ;D
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Dwight is going to the Nets or the Mavs.
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LA so i can finally get my heat vs lakers champion ship series
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Deron Williams has chosen to stay put.
http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8128101/deron-williams-chosen-brooklyn-nets-hometown-dallas-mavericks (http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8128101/deron-williams-chosen-brooklyn-nets-hometown-dallas-mavericks)
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LA so i can finally get my heat vs lakers champion ship series
LOL! Yes!!
Deron Williams has chosen to stay put.
[url]http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8128101/deron-williams-chosen-brooklyn-nets-hometown-dallas-mavericks[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8128101/deron-williams-chosen-brooklyn-nets-hometown-dallas-mavericks[/url])
Kind of surprised with his decision. Oh well...
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Deron Williams has chosen to stay put.
[url]http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8128101/deron-williams-chosen-brooklyn-nets-hometown-dallas-mavericks[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8128101/deron-williams-chosen-brooklyn-nets-hometown-dallas-mavericks[/url])
Trying not to read too much into it, but I wonder if that move is purely money-driven (since no other team could match that offer), or if he's satisfied with the pieces that are now there, or if he still thinks there's a chance that Howard could land there. I heard something about J Kidd too (nothing confirmed though).
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Dwight is going to the Nets or the Mavs.
The deal as it's being proposed has the Nets giving up Brook Lopez, Kris Humphries, MarShon Brooks and THREE 1st round picks.
Too much.
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Breaking news alert!
Good evening! My name is blyempowered and I am the chief LGM NBA Analyst with this breaking news report:
PG Steve Nash is coming to the Lakers!!!
More details to come in a little bit!
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In regards to the last post, now for the Lakers you have to wonder if a line up with Nash, Kobe, Gasol and Bynum is enough to contend with OKC and Spurs in the West. To me, it's even tougher now determining if you want to move Gasol and/or Bynum. My prediction is that Bynum or Gasol will still be moved but I'm telling you, Nash coming to Lakers makes it even more difficult to decide.
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Before this move the Lakers were stuck in no man's land. They were good. 'Good' is the new 'bad'. 'Good' means you won't beat great teams like OKC, Spurs or Heat. It also means you'll have a nice regular season record so it'll be harder to land a franchise-changing talent in the draft.
But this move? This changes things. The Lakers can be great with Nash, Kobe and Bynum (Gasol is on the block). They can challenge OKC. They can challenge the Heat.
The key: They have to find chemistry quickly. Kobe and Nash are too old for them to take a year figuring things out.
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...now if the Heat can land Ray Allen..... :o
http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/05/big-day-for-ray-allen-set-to-meet-with-heat-thursday/related/ (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/05/big-day-for-ray-allen-set-to-meet-with-heat-thursday/related/)
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NOOOOOOOOOO ^^^^
Ray is one of my favs! I know he has to do what he has to do, but man....I like the Boston lineup. *sigh*
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Before this move the Lakers were stuck in no man's land. They were good. 'Good' is the new 'bad'. 'Good' means you won't beat great teams like OKC, Spurs or Heat. It also means you'll have a nice regular season record so it'll be harder to land a franchise-changing talent in the draft.
But this move? This changes things. The Lakers can be great with Nash, Kobe and Bynum (Gasol is on the block). They can challenge OKC. They can challenge the Heat.
The key: They have to find chemistry quickly. Kobe and Nash are too old for them to take a year figuring things out.
Exactly!
...now if the Heat can land Ray Allen..... :o
[url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/05/big-day-for-ray-allen-set-to-meet-with-heat-thursday/related/[/url] ([url]http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/05/big-day-for-ray-allen-set-to-meet-with-heat-thursday/related/[/url])
I hope Ray goes back to Boston but I think he wants a good amount of playing time along with ring and money. I think Heat gives him best chance for ring and honestly if Ray goes to Heat book Miami for a repeat! #thatisall
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NOOOOOOOOOO ^^^^
Ray is one of my favs! I know he has to do what he has to do, but man....I like the Boston lineup. *sigh*
You like the Boston lineup? Big fan of seeing geriatric ballers come up short are you? :D
You should want him to win a ring. It's always sad to see a great player leave without a championship. Winning it all is what these guys live for.
If you love him...you will let him go. :D
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You like the Boston lineup? Big fan of seeing geriatric ballers come up short are you? :D
You should want him to win a ring. It's always sad to see a great player leave without a championship. Winning it all is what these guys live for.
If you love him...you will let him go. :D
LOL @ the bold! No matter where he goes, I will always be one of his biggest fans. I was really hoping this Boston lineup would win it one more time.
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You like the Boston lineup? Big fan of seeing geriatric ballers come up short are you? :D
You should want him to win a ring. It's always sad to see a great player leave without a championship. Winning it all is what these guys live for.
If you love him...you will let him go. :D
Wait, doesn't he have a championship?
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Wait, doesn't he have a championship?
Indeed he does.
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Wait, doesn't he have a championship?
Yes.
I didn't read all of the post, but can someone tell me why Nets gave Deron Williams $98 million for 5 years? I am not saying he isn't a great player, but I ain't paying you this much and you don't have championship on your resume. At least a conference title before we talk these figures. Here is $25 (maybe $30) million for the next 5 years and we will build a team. I pay you $98 million, close all other doors of building a team and we are in the same position as before, "No Championship".
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Yes.
I didn't read all of the post, but can someone tell me why Nets gave Deron Williams $98 million for 5 years? I am not saying he isn't a great player, but I ain't paying you this much and you don't have championship on your resume. At least a conference title before we talk these figures. Here is $25 (maybe $30) million for the next 5 years and we will build a team. I pay you $98 million, close all other doors of building a team and we are in the same position as before, "No Championship".
AND....they are not even close to contending for a title. Miami is going to dominate the East for at least the next 3-5 years and if Knicks get it together they'll contend. Chicago is in the conversation, Boston as well and MAYBE Atlanta finally makes it to the finals.
I still think Williams should have went to Dallas.
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Wait, doesn't he have a championship?
Indeed he does.
Sry. Blonde moment.
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We're all entitled to one every now and then. :D
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I think Pau Gasol will benefit greatly from the acquisition of Steve Nash because he (Gasol) can catch and shoot. Either way, they're probably going to get rid of him or Bynum.
I heard Jeremy Lin has received a contract offer from the Rockets, what do you guys think of Lin going to the Rockets?
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Yes.
I didn't read all of the post, but can someone tell me why Nets gave Deron Williams $98 million for 5 years? I am not saying he isn't a great player, but I ain't paying you this much and you don't have championship on your resume. At least a conference title before we talk these figures. Here is $25 (maybe $30) million for the next 5 years and we will build a team. I pay you $98 million, close all other doors of building a team and we are in the same position as before, "No Championship".
Williams is one of the top 3 PGs in the league...that's why he can demand that type of pay.
I still don't know how I feel about the addition of Nash...we move in the right direction offensively, but we will still struggle trying to stop anyone defensively. And I believe we gave up too much for him, but that's just me.
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Williams is one of the top 3 PGs in the league...that's why he can demand that type of pay.
Maybe 5 or 6, but not top 3 nor 4. Those honors belong to Westbrook, Parker, Rondo, and Rose (when healthy).
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Williams is one of the top 3 PGs in the league...that's why he can demand that type of pay.
I still don't know how I feel about the addition of Nash...we move in the right direction offensively, but we will still struggle trying to stop anyone defensively. And I believe we gave up too much for him, but that's just me.
I agree 100%!
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Jason Kidd is going to the Knicks. I guess acquiring old point guards is in for the 2012-2013 season.
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Jason Kidd is going to the Knicks. I guess acquiring old point guards is in for the 2012-2013 season.
I'm kind of confused about him going to the Knicks. :-\
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Maybe 5 or 6, but not top 3 nor 4. Those honors belong to Westbrook, Parker, Rondo, and Rose (when healthy).
I disagree...Parker had one great year, but that doesn't mean he's better than Williams now. I also think Williams is better than Rose, but they play two different styles of basketball. I love Rondo's game...if he developed a jumper, he would be the best PG in the league, hands down. And Chris Paul is Chris Paul...that's my top 3
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I'm kind of confused about him going to the Knicks. :-\
I guess that means Jeremy Lin is definitely on his way out. Jason Kidd will fit Mike Woodson's defensive scheme better than Lin I guess. I'm not sure what they're doing either.
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Miami Heat 2012-2013
SG Dwyane Wade
PG Mario Chalmers
C Chris Bosh
PF Lebron James
SF Ray Allen
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Miami Heat 2012-2013
SG Dwyane Wade
PG Mario Chalmers
C Chris Bosh
PF Lebron James
SF Ray Allen
Hmmm.
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I disagree...Parker had one great year, but that doesn't mean he's better than Williams now. I also think Williams is better than Rose, but they play two different styles of basketball. I love Rondo's game...if he developed a jumper, he would be the best PG in the league, hands down. And Chris Paul is Chris Paul...that's my top 3
One great year? Not going there.
Williams is not better than Rose. You're entitled to your own opinion of course, but it's wrong. :D :D
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One great year? Not going there.
Williams is not better than Rose. You're entitled to your own opinion of course, but it's wrong. :D :D
Parker has been a good PG since he entered the league, but this is the 1st year were he put up those type of numbers.
When ranking players, it's all opinion based!!!
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Parker has been a good PG since he entered the league, but this is the 1st year were he put up those type of numbers.
When ranking players, it's all opinion based!!!
Unless, you know, you actually use statistics. :-\ :D
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Welp, the Garnett/Allen/Pierce Big 3 era is offically over in Boston with only 1 title to show for it.
Ray Allen is going to the Miami Heat and that moves again confirms my belief that Heat will repeat as champs in 2013. Not surprised by this move at all. Miami is closer to a ring than Boston (even though Boston is good enough to beat Heat).
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According to what I'm reading there were at least 2 main things (in addition to a ring) that fueled Allen to join Miami:
1) His deteriorating relationship with Rondo.
2) His anger at nearly being traded to Memphis this past season.
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I love Ray Allen. I'm not sure his arrival in Miami makes them a shoe-in for a repeat championship, though. He's just going to be one piece of the puzzle- a questionable piece at that, if you ask me. His health is an issue. While he's the most prolific 3-point shooter of all time, his shot has been known to disappear for portions of a season (injuries have been the cause). He's lost a step or 5. If he's going to be a 3, can he keep up with faster SF's?
He's likely going to spend time on the floor with the 2nd unit, providing another scoring option with Bosh.
I see potential in this move, but I'm not totally sold yet.
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http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nba--heat-gave-ray-allen-reason-to-again-feel-wanted.html (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nba--heat-gave-ray-allen-reason-to-again-feel-wanted.html)
Very good article on Ray Allen leaving Celtics.
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I'm happy for Ray Allen. He has a chance to win another ring. KG shoulda went to the Spurs, Mavs, or Lakers. I sill think the Lakers are missing something.....oh yeah, their bench sucks.
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Rashard Lewis signing 2 year deal with Miami.
#2013NBAChampsbarringinjuriesorpoorplay
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Marcus Camby signed with the Knicks. I guess this is the year of the old man...LOL!! ;D ;D
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Rashard Lewis signing 2 year deal with Miami.
#2013NBAChampsbarringinjuriesorpoorplay
I'm not sold on him. In fact, I'm this close ( ><) to calling him a bum.
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I'm not sold on him. In fact, I'm this close ( ><) to calling him a bum.
+1
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I love Ray Allen. I'm not sure his arrival in Miami makes them a shoe-in for a repeat championship, though. He's just going to be one piece of the puzzle- a questionable piece at that, if you ask me. His health is an issue. While he's the most prolific 3-point shooter of all time, his shot has been known to disappear for portions of a season (injuries have been the cause). He's lost a step or 5. If he's going to be a 3, can he keep up with faster SF's?
He's likely going to spend time on the floor with the 2nd unit, providing another scoring option with Bosh.
I see potential in this move, but I'm not totally sold yet.
A step bruh. :D
He was still running cats off screens like crazy in the Finals.
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Welp, the Garnett/Allen/Pierce Big 3 era is offically over in Boston with only 1 title to show for it.
Ray Allen is going to the Miami Heat and that moves again confirms my belief that Heat will repeat as champs in 2013. Not surprised by this move at all. Miami is closer to a ring than Boston (even though Boston is good enough to beat Heat).
Just about everybody's belief bruh. :D
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A step bruh. :D
He was still running cats off screens like crazy in the Finals.
I hope, after he's had time to heal, he gets that spring back in his step.
Where've you been, man?
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Rashard Lewis signing 2 year deal with Miami.
#2013NBAChampsbarringinjuriesorpoorplay
Barring poor play??? Sit down somewhere! That's every contender in the league. They would've won if they'd have played better???
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Barring poor play??? Sit down somewhere! That's every contender in the league. They would've won if they'd have played better???
You know our chief analyst has a penchant for overstating the obvious. :D
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I hope, after he's had time to heal, he gets that spring back in his step.
Where've you been, man?
I've been really busy with work lately.
Allen played 34 mpg last year. Steve Nash played 31mpg as a starter. Tony Parker played 32mpg as a starter. If they keep his minutes down (not hard when you have Lebron, Wade and Chalmers) I think he can be effective.
Just imagine having to contend with Lebron James, (hopefully a healthy) Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh in the starting lineup, then seeing Ray Allen come off the bench. And Rashard Lewis can give them an effective 10ppg off the bench as well. He had a ton of injuries in Washington but if he's healthy he can provide a spark.
1st Team:
PG-Mario Chalmers
SG-Dwayne Wade
SF-Shane Battier
PF-Lebron James
C-Chris Bosh
2nd Team:
PG-Norris Cole
SG-Ray Allen
SF-Rashard Lewis
PF-Udonis Haslem
C-Joel Anthony
As far as 2nd Teams go, that looks like the best one in the NBA. Comparable to some 1st teams.
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I like the scenario you provide, but I don't think the rotation will necessarily look like that. Usually, one star will play with the 2nd unit while the other star sits. I see Bosh and Allen playing with the 2nd unit sometimes, or James/Allen/Bosh while Wade sits. I see so many good combinations. I'd hate to be Spolstra when it comes to distribution of minutes.
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I've been really busy with work lately.
Allen played 34 mpg last year. Steve Nash played 31mpg as a starter. Tony Parker played 32mpg as a starter. If they keep his minutes down (not hard when you have Lebron, Wade and Chalmers) I think he can be effective.
Just imagine having to contend with Lebron James, (hopefully a healthy) Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh in the starting lineup, then seeing Ray Allen come off the bench. And Rashard Lewis can give them an effective 10ppg off the bench as well. He had a ton of injuries in Washington but if he's healthy he can provide a spark.
1st Team:
PG-Mario Chalmers
SG-Dwayne Wade
SF-Shane Battier
PF-Lebron James
C-Chris Bosh
2nd Team:
PG-Norris Cole
SG-Ray Allen
SF-Rashard Lewis
PF-Udonis Haslem
C-Joel Anthony
As far as 2nd Teams go, that looks like the best one in the NBA. Comparable to some 1st teams.
Man you are definitely making my case!!
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I like the scenario you provide, but I don't think the rotation will necessarily look like that. Usually, one star will play with the 2nd unit while the other star sits. I see Bosh and Allen playing with the 2nd unit sometimes, or James/Allen/Bosh while Wade sits. I see so many good combinations. I'd hate to be Spolstra when it comes to distribution of minutes.
Oh that wasn't the rotation. That was just the starters and the backups.
But yea, the Heat will have very good players on the floor at all times. They could use a 10 man rotation and, 1 thru 5, be solid at every position. How many teams can say that?
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Oh that wasn't the rotation. That was just the starters and the backups.
But yea, the Heat will have very good players on the floor at all times. They could use a 10 man rotation and, 1 thru 5, be solid at every position. How many teams can say that?
Spurs and maybe OKC. If Lakers can improve bench and maybe get one more superstar-caliber player they can challenge OKC.
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They could use a 10 man rotation and, 1 thru 5, be solid at every position. How many teams can say that?
Spurs and maybe OKC. If Lakers can improve bench and maybe get one more superstar-caliber player they can challenge OKC.
I agree about the Spurs. They're one of the deepest teams in the league.
I'm not so sure about OKC. Who are the 5 solid players coming off their bench? I know Harden and Nick Collison. Who are the others?
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I agree about the Spurs. They're one of the deepest teams in the league.
I'm not so sure about OKC. Who are the 5 solid players coming off their bench? I know Harden and Nick Collison. Who are the others?
Yep and that's why the West in my opinion is yet again open for the taking. It's early and maybe I'm crazy but I think Denver should be seen as a dark horse to get a top 4 seed in the West.
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Just about everybody's belief bruh. :D
Not my belief...2012-2013 NBA Champs will be my Lakers!!!!
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Not my belief...2012-2013 NBA Champs will be my Lakers!!!!
Saying the 2011-2012 Lakers would win it all would be absurd.
The 2012-2013 Lakers? Not absurd.
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Saying the 2011-2012 Lakers would win it all would be absurd.
The 2012-2013 Lakers? Not absurd.
Unfortunately, no it isn't. Heck, if they go deep in the playoffs, I might even find myself pulling for them, because of Nash.
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I agree about the Spurs. They're one of the deepest teams in the league.
I'm not so sure about OKC. Who are the 5 solid players coming off their bench? I know Harden and Nick Collison. Who are the others?
I think once Eric Maynor(sp?) returns from injury then OKC can go 4 deep from the bench
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Jamal Crawford to the Clippers is going to be bigger than what people realize right now. If they can get Caron Butler going, then that could put them into the top 3 in the West.
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Jamal Crawford to the Clippers is going to be bigger than what people realize right now. If they can get Caron Butler going, then that could put them into the top 3 in the West.
I still wouldn't put them over the Spurs, OKC, or Lakers.
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Jason Kidd is going to the Knicks. I guess acquiring old point guards is in for the 2012-2013 season.
I'm kind of confused about him going to the Knicks. :-\
I guess that means Jeremy Lin is definitely on his way out. Jason Kidd will fit Mike Woodson's defensive scheme better than Lin I guess. I'm not sure what they're doing either.
“Jason's a veteran guy that brings leadership, and I thought it would be a perfect fit for Jeremy Lin in terms of being able to tutor him as he grows as a point guard for our franchise,” Woodson said before the Knicks' summer-league practice in Vegas.
http://www.cbssports.com/nba/blog/eye-on-basketball/19571082/knicks-coach-woodson-says-jeremy-lin-is-the-starting-point-guard (http://www.cbssports.com/nba/blog/eye-on-basketball/19571082/knicks-coach-woodson-says-jeremy-lin-is-the-starting-point-guard)
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http://www.cbssports.com/nba/blog/eye-on-basketball/19571382/report-clippers-f-blake-griffin-injures-knee-during-team-usa-scrimmage (http://www.cbssports.com/nba/blog/eye-on-basketball/19571382/report-clippers-f-blake-griffin-injures-knee-during-team-usa-scrimmage)
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It's obvious Kobe is getting old and senile. This dude said the 2012 olympic team could beat the Dream Team. PWA!!! :D :D :D
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It's obvious Kobe is getting old and senile. This dude said the 2012 olympic team could beat the Dream Team. PWA!!! :D :D :D
he had to say that... I couldn't see him saying otherwise, true or not, lol.
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It's obvious Kobe is getting old and senile. This dude said the 2012 olympic team could beat the Dream Team. PWA!!! :D :D :D
What was he suppose to say? Anyone with a competitive nature would've answered it the same way...
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he had to say that... I couldn't see him saying otherwise, true or not, lol.
What was he suppose to say? Anyone with a competitive nature would've answered it the samw way...
This must be what being in a cult is like.
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he had to say that... I couldn't see him saying otherwise, true or not, lol.
That's true. If someone stuck a camera in my face and asked me if I could beat Serena Williams in tennis, I'd say I would destroy her out of my mouth but in my mind I'd be saying, "if she had a broken leg, no doubt". :D :D
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It's obvious Kobe is getting old and senile. This dude said the 2012 olympic team could beat the Dream Team. PWA!!! :D :D :D
History is often VERY kind.
The Dream Team featured a Larry Bird whose back was so bad that he couldn't sit on the bench and an old Magic Johnson who had been out of basketball for a year.
Michael Jordan was about 29 so he was still AWESOME. They had Ewing and Robinson who would give them an advantage in the post, but Tyson Chandler is one of the best defenders in the league. He won't be humiliated. They also had Scottie pippen who was about 25 so he'd play lockdown defense, score, rebound, pass, and just be great all around. Throw in Charles Barkley, Karl Malone and John Stockton and you have a historic team.
The Dream Team was a great, great team that took advantage of the fact that the world was still in the stone ages as far as basketball is concerned.
Now...
The current team is suffering from injuries, but it's still formidable.
Lebron James has a combination of talent and athleticism that puts him second only to Michael Jordan if those teams played. Kevin Durant is still a beast. Kobe is only 33 and still a great player who can play great defense. Carmelo is, IMO, the second best pure scorer in the league after Durant. When he wants to he can be pretty much unstoppable. He can hit threes, drive the lane like a beast and everything in between. James Harden is a fantastic player who had a terrible Finals. Russell Westbrook is an unreal scorer. So fast. So athletic. Deron Williams is even better....and Chris Paul is even BETTER. Kevin Love can't defend. At all. But he can score and rebound like nobody's business.
So I'm saying a starting lineup of Chris Paul, Kobe, Durant, Lebron, and Tyson Chandler is nothing to laugh at. Memories tend to be very kind. It may SEEM like the dream team was this god-like force that was invincible, but this current team can definitely give them a run for their money. It would NOT be a blow-out either way.
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History is often VERY kind.
The Dream Team featured a Larry Bird whose back was so bad that he couldn't sit on the bench and an old Magic Johnson who had been out of basketball for a year.
Michael Jordan was about 29 so he was still AWESOME. They had Ewing and Robinson who would give them an advantage in the post, but Tyson Chandler is one of the best defenders in the league. He won't be humiliated. They also had Scottie pippen who was about 25 so he'd play lockdown defense, score, rebound, pass, and just be great all around. Throw in Charles Barkley, Karl Malone and John Stockton and you have a historic team.
The Dream Team was a great, great team that took advantage of the fact that the world was still in the stone ages as far as basketball is concerned.
Now...
The current team is suffering from injuries, but it's still formidable.
Lebron James has a combination of talent and athleticism that puts him second only to Michael Jordan if those teams played. Kevin Durant is still a beast. Kobe is only 33 and still a great player who can play great defense. Carmelo is, IMO, the second best pure scorer in the league after Durant. When he wants to he can be pretty much unstoppable. He can hit threes, drive the lane like a beast and everything in between. James Harden is a fantastic player who had a terrible Finals. Russell Westbrook is an unreal scorer. So fast. So athletic. Deron Williams is even better....and Chris Paul is even BETTER. Kevin Love can't defend. At all. But he can score and rebound like nobody's business.
So I'm saying a starting lineup of Chris Paul, Kobe, Durant, Lebron, and Tyson Chandler is nothing to laugh at. Memories tend to be very kind. It may SEEM like the dream team was this god-like force that was invincible, but this current team can definitely give them a run for their money. It would NOT be a blow-out either way.
Too bad it can't happen, just to settle it once and for all, lol.
I think MJ, Barkley, and Magic 'nem have to defend their team, too. I mean who gets on TV and says, "Man, yeah I think they could see us if we played them" That's kinda soft.
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was it here or on the radio but i think someone in vegas only gave the dream team a 6pt lead or something like that much closer .... I wonder if someone simulated it yet LOL
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Kobe says he may re-tire in two years, when his current contract ends. I'll believe it when I see it. :D
Looks like the Lakers may be able to add Dwight Howard after all according to what I heard on ESPN. I still don't know if they can get another team to help em pull it off. They said the Lakers aren't convinced that Howard would sign an extension. I just don't understand why Dwight won't run to LA. Why would you not want to play for the Lakers, even though I despise that team. :D
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Kobe says he may re-tire in two years, when his current contract ends. I'll believe it when I see it. :D
Looks like the Lakers may be able to add Dwight Howard after all according to what I heard on ESPN. I still don't know if they can get another team to help em pull it off. They said the Lakers aren't convinced that Howard would sign an extension. I just don't understand why Dwight won't run to LA. Why would you not want to play for the Lakers, even though I despise that team. :D
Howard doesn't want to follow in the same tracks as Shaq. From what I'm hearing that's THE roadbock in all of this.
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Howard doesn't want to follow in the same tracks as Shaq. From what I'm hearing that's THE roadbock in all of this.
So, he doesn't want to win a couple of rings and become a sub-par NBA analyst? Good for him! LOL! Seriously, though, I can see how comparisons will be made, since they both started in Orlando and- if Howard goes to LA- then to LA. He would likely always be in Shaq's shadow if he went that path. HOWEVER, if he could get over that, he would have a chance of breaking out of the shadow by playing lights out ball. With Nash as a facilitator, he'd get quality touches. Plus, if Kobe retires in 2 years, it would be HIS team. It's likely, though, that he's being short-sighted...as usual.
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So, he doesn't want to win a couple of rings and become a sub-par NBA analyst? Good for him! LOL! Seriously, though, I can see how comparisons will be made, since they both started in Orlando and- if Howard goes to LA- then to LA. He would likely always be in Shaq's shadow if he went that path. HOWEVER, if he could get over that, he would have a chance of breaking out of the shadow by playing lights out ball. With Nash as a facilitator, he'd get quality touches. Plus, if Kobe retires in 2 years, it would be HIS team. It's likely, though, that he's being short-sighted...as usual.
Truth
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So, he doesn't want to win a couple of rings and become a sub-par NBA analyst? Good for him! LOL! Seriously, though, I can see how comparisons will be made, since they both started in Orlando and- if Howard goes to LA- then to LA. He would likely always be in Shaq's shadow if he went that path. HOWEVER, if he could get over that, he would have a chance of breaking out of the shadow by playing lights out ball. With Nash as a facilitator, he'd get quality touches. Plus, if Kobe retires in 2 years, it would be HIS team. It's likely, though, that he's being short-sighted...as usual.
True!
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How sad for such a tall man... :D
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Lakers vs Heat Jan. 17 in LA
2. Brooklyn Nets home opener vs. New York Knicks, Nov. 1:
3. Ray Allen returns to Boston, Jan. 27
4. Carmelo Anthony finally returns to Denver, March 13:
5. The Heat receive their championship rings, Oct. 30:
6. Derrick Rose's first game back, TBD:
7. LeBron returns to Cleveland as a champion, March 20:
8. Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Heat, Dec. 25:
9. Nash makes his debut with the Lakers, Oct. 30:
10. Dwight Howard returns to Orlando, TBD:
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nba--nba-s-2012-13-schedule--10-games-to-watch.html (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nba--nba-s-2012-13-schedule--10-games-to-watch.html)
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Lakers vs Heat Jan. 17 in LA
2. Brooklyn Nets home opener vs. New York Knicks, Nov. 1:
3. Ray Allen returns to Boston, Jan. 27
4. Carmelo Anthony finally returns to Denver, March 13:
5. The Heat receive their championship rings, Oct. 30:
6. Derrick Rose's first game back, TBD:
7. LeBron returns to Cleveland as a champion, March 20:
8. Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Heat, Dec. 25:
9. Nash makes his debut with the Lakers, Oct. 30:
10. Dwight Howard returns to Orlando, TBD:
[url]http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nba--nba-s-2012-13-schedule--10-games-to-watch.html[/url] ([url]http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nba--nba-s-2012-13-schedule--10-games-to-watch.html[/url])
YES!!! #cantwait
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#10 made me chuckle
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not really NBA news ... more like olympic news
http://www.cleveland.com/olympics/index.ssf/2012/07/usa_basketball_defeats_france.html (http://www.cleveland.com/olympics/index.ssf/2012/07/usa_basketball_defeats_france.html)
LONDON (AP) - Hardly dreamy, still dominant.
Kevin Durant scored 22 points, LeBron James added eight assists and the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team opened tournament play with a rough-and-ragged 98-71 win over France on Sunday.
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not really NBA news ... more like olympic news
[url]http://www.cleveland.com/olympics/index.ssf/2012/07/usa_basketball_defeats_france.html[/url] ([url]http://www.cleveland.com/olympics/index.ssf/2012/07/usa_basketball_defeats_france.html[/url])
Kobe said it took them the first half to adjust to the way they call the fouls... IDK, didn't see the game...
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Kobe said it took them the first half to adjust to the way they call the fouls... IDK, didn't see the game...
I still feel bad for coach K I mean how do you coach a team like that! CRAZY!
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The Lakers get Dwight Howard....and keep Pau.
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/8252042/sources-dwight-howard-los-angeles-lakers-four-team-deal-complete (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/8252042/sources-dwight-howard-los-angeles-lakers-four-team-deal-complete)
Nash, Kobe, Pau, Howard....eh.
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The Lakers get Dwight Howard....and keep Pau.
[url]http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/8252042/sources-dwight-howard-los-angeles-lakers-four-team-deal-complete[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/8252042/sources-dwight-howard-los-angeles-lakers-four-team-deal-complete[/url])
Nash, Kobe, Pau, Howard....eh.
YES!!! Lakers/Heat for NBA Title in 2013! SHONDO!
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aw man ... talk about egos :-\
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The Lakers get Dwight Howard....and keep Pau.
[url]http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/8252042/sources-dwight-howard-los-angeles-lakers-four-team-deal-complete[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/8252042/sources-dwight-howard-los-angeles-lakers-four-team-deal-complete[/url])
Nash, Kobe, Pau, Howard....eh.
I'm heartbroken. As a part of the deal, the Sixers give up Andre Iguodala to the Nuggets. He's my favorite player. Guess I'm a part-time Nuggets fan now. The good news is that we get Bynum. But we also gave up Vucevic. I really like that kid. He's a beast for me in NBA 2k12. lol.
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Just when the Clippers are on the verge of getting over the hump, the Lakers kick them back to second class citizens.
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Just when the Clippers are on the verge of getting over the hump, the Lakers kick them back to second class citizens.
Yes!!
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Thank God for teams like OKC and San Antonio who still do it the right way...THROUGH THE DRAFT. Teams who believe in EARNING championships rather than BUYING them. ::)
Oh boy, the laughing I will do if the yellow bunnies STILL fail to win another championship.
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Thank God for teams like OKC and San Antonio who still do it the right way...THROUGH THE DRAFT. Teams who believe in EARNING championships rather than BUYING them. ::)
Oh boy, the laughing I will do if the yellow bunnies STILL fail to win another championship.
Smh!
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Thank God for teams like OKC and San Antonio who still do it the right way...THROUGH THE DRAFT. Teams who believe in EARNING championships rather than BUYING them. ::)
Oh boy, the laughing I will do if the yellow bunnies STILL fail to win another championship.
I just can't shake this thought of deja-vu.
Shaq, Malone, Kobe, Payton and Fisher = No Championship.
Howard, Kobe, Nash and Pau = We will see. Hopefully they will not repeat history.
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Thank God for teams like OKC and San Antonio who still do it the right way...THROUGH THE DRAFT. Teams who believe in EARNING championships rather than BUYING them. ::)
Oh boy, the laughing I will do if the yellow bunnies STILL fail to win another championship.
They still have Mike Brown brother.
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They still have Mike Brown brother.
If Lakers don't make it to the Finals Mike Brown gone.
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Thank God for teams like OKC and San Antonio who still do it the right way...THROUGH THE DRAFT. Teams who believe in EARNING championships rather than BUYING them. ::)
Oh boy, the laughing I will do if the yellow bunnies STILL fail to win another championship.
What did we do wrong?!!! 8) 8) 8)
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What did we do wrong?!!! 8) 8) 8)
The same thing the Heat did wrong, and you see how that worked out for them last year.
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Wrong, schmong! The Heat and Lakers did what was within the rules to do. I'm not hatin' at all. Hey, the 76ers got an upgrade at the center position, so I'm definitely not mad. I really hate to see AI go, though. He has an overall ability to be LeBron-like (in style, if not in numbers), if only he asserted himself more. I hope George Karl brings that out of him. I'll be keeping my eye on Denver. Back to the issue at hand, the Celtics got their "big 3", and they were lauded for it. Every team since them that has tried to build through free agency is accused of "buying a championship".
The bottom line is, a championship is won with the right mix of stars, role players, head coaches, assistant coaches, luck, health, chemistry, etc. Just because a team has a player or players who are impactful doesn't guarantee a championship for anyone....Now, if Phil Jackson were coaching this year's Lakers squad, I may alter that sentiment a little. Nothing against Mike Brown. He certainly knows how to win, though he made some questionable calls last season. Phil is definitely proven.
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Wrong, schmong! The Heat and Lakers did what was within the rules to do. I'm not hatin' at all. Hey, the 76ers got an upgrade at the center position, so I'm definitely not mad. I really hate to see AI go, though. He has an overall ability to be LeBron-like (in style, if not in numbers), if only he asserted himself more. I hope George Karl brings that out of him. I'll be keeping my eye on Denver. Back to the issue at hand, the Celtics got their "big 3", and they were lauded for it. Every team since them that has tried to build through free agency is accused of "buying a championship".
The bottom line is, a championship is won with the right mix of stars, role players, head coaches, assistant coaches, luck, health, chemistry, etc. Just because a team has a player or players who are impactful doesn't guarantee a championship for anyone....Now, if Phil Jackson were coaching this year's Lakers squad, I may alter that sentiment a little. Nothing against Mike Brown. He certainly knows how to win, though he made some questionable calls last season. Phil is definitely proven.
lol @ the epic reply to TJ's silliness
:D :D :D
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But yeah, look at the Knicks. We added Melo and Amare and we're still headed nowhere fast.
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But yeah, look at the Knicks. We added Melo and Amare and we're still headed nowhere fast.
I believe that changes this season. No, I don't think they're a championship team, but they're going to be a very good team. Woodson is on to something. Plus, the time that Melo and Chandler got to play with Team USA is invaluable. Melo re-established himself, in my opinion. Didn't you guys get Kidd? I can't remember. If Amare' or Melo can consistently be fed the ball in the post, fughetaboutit!
Lastly, Melo played D with Team USA. If even half of that mentality carries over...
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I believe that changes this season. No, I don't think they're a championship team, but they're going to be a very good team. Woodson is on to something. Plus, the time that Melo and Chandler got to play with Team USA is invaluable. Melo re-established himself, in my opinion. Didn't you guys get Kidd? I can't remember. If Amare' or Melo can consistently be fed the ball in the post, fughetaboutit!
Lastly, Melo played D with Team USA. If even half of that mentality carries over...
I omitted Kidd on purpose. He's nowhere NEAR what he used to be. He isn't Steve Nash who can still play at an elite level.
As long as we have Amare and Melo on the same team, we won't have great success.
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I omitted Kidd on purpose. He's nowhere NEAR what he used to be. He isn't Steve Nash who can still play at an elite level.
As long as we have Amare and Melo on the same team, we won't have great success.
I hope you're wrong. While I'm not a real Knicks fan, I've been a fan of many of the components of the team. So, I'd like to see them achieve some level of success.
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I hope you're wrong. While I'm not a real Knicks fan, I've been a fan of many of the components of the team. So, I'd like to see them achieve some level of success.
So do I. :D
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I can't wait for the season to start
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I can't wait for the season to start
I bet you can. :D
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I bet you can. :D
You right, I can...I'm getting amped for football season. I might head up your way for the RGIII vs Cam Newton game this year
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I can't wait for the season to start
Nash, Kobe, Pau and Howard on the floor at the same time? Man, I want to see that myself. :)
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You right, I can...I'm getting amped for football season. I might head up your way for the RGIII vs Cam Newton game this year
If RGIII has the breakout rookie season that Cam did, that will be an awesome game!
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Nash, Kobe, Pau and Howard on the floor at the same time? Man, I want to see that myself. :)
How did you forget WorldPeace?!!!
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How did you forget WorldPeace?!!!
His (ridiculous) name just didn't fit in with the talent of the other 4. :-\
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For those that are into the NBA and have cable, NBA League Pass is giving a free look. I forget for how long, but you can catch some preseason games for free for at least the next week or so.
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So excited for Tuesday! Miami vs Celtics Tuesday night, San Antonio vs OKC Thursday night! I might have to get a season pass this year.
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So excited for Tuesday! Miami vs Celtics Tuesday night, San Antonio vs OKC Thursday night! I might have to get a season pass this year.
The Celtics picked up Courtney Lee and Jason Terry, the Heat picked up Ray Allen and Rashard Lewis. I can't wait to see how they look this year.
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So excited for Tuesday! Miami vs Celtics Tuesday night, San Antonio vs OKC Thursday night! I might have to get a season pass this year.
I would be estatic for the NBA to start if my collegiate football team looked as bad as Auburn!!! Go Lakers!!!
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I would be estatic for the NBA to start if my collegiate football team looked as bad as Auburn!!! Go Lakers!!!
You reaaalllly want me to hurt you.
Just for the record, I want EVERYONE to take note of the UNSOLICITED trash talk that has already began. So when I fire back, I don't wanna hear all that "You're a jerk" mess. Cause Lord knows if the Lakers and their "money" team implode like I think they will, y'all won't hear the end of it.
I think the Harden trade puts San Antonio back at #2 in the West. The Lakers are #1 for obviou$ reason$.
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Basketball season don't start until after the Final Four.
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Four all-stars on one team and the Lakers STILL lose to Dallas....WITHOUT Dirk NOR Jason Terry NOR Kaman. I guess it takes a while for those dollars to settle in.
The Lakers' two biggest problems: their bench and free throws. They sacrificed their bench to land all of these big names, so when those guys are out, the team crumbles. That's going to be a problem when they play teams with deep benches like San Antonio, OKC and Memphis. If tonight is any indication, free throws are also going to kill them. They missed 19 free throws and Dwight fouled out. It's only the first game, but it doesn't offer much light. Seriously, look at this Dallas team. Nine new faces, and missing their top two players...yet they win. It wasn't even close.
As I said, the Lakers will implode.
"Fear can keep us up all night long, but faith watching the Lakers lose makes one fine pillow." :P
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According to Twitter, the Lakers haven't won a game of any kind since May 18th. Ironically, that's my birthday. #Thegiftthatkeepsongiving
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According to Twitter, the Lakers haven't won a game of any kind since May 18th. Ironically, that's my birthday. #Thegiftthatkeepsongiving
Ironically, that's the last time Auburn won!!!
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Ironically, that's the last time Auburn won!!!
S-A-L-T-Y.
It's okay. Pop and the gang will be back tomorrow to show y'all how a REAL team does it.
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We shall see
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We shall see
Yes, we shall...just like we saw those yellow bunnies get MOLLY-WHOPPED tonight by a junior varsity team. #GoLakers
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Just from looking at the numbers, it seems the Lakers are top heavy with no bench. "The top" itself is old and prone to injury in a long NBA season. It doesn't look good. Oh yeah, I forgot they still have Mike Brown too.
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Just from looking at the numbers, it seems the Lakers are top heavy with no bench. "The top" itself is old and prone to injury in a long NBA season. It doesn't look good. Oh yeah, I forgot they still have Mike Brown too.
Definitely top heavy. When the starting lineup is on the floor they look legendary (except for Mr. World Peace).
Mike must work the lineup to make sure at least 2 of 4 stars are on the floor at all times because there's no firepower coming off the bench. NONE. No spark, no offensive threat.
The Heat (who the Lakers had in mind when they went star chasing) on the other hand have a pretty solid bench.
Ray Allen, Rashard Lewis, Udonis Haslem and Noris Cole coming off the bench. Those are 4 guys who could be decent starters on a different team.
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Why in the heck would the Lackers (int) run a Princeton offense when you have a Hall of Fame PG who can run the show w/the pick and roll game? I don't quite understand that. Or.....why not run the inside out game? I'm not Lacker fan, but I admit I was hoping for a better showing.
The Heat, on the other hand, seemed to have developed a half-court game...Scary.
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Why in the heck would the Lackers (int) run a Princeton offense when you have a Hall of Fame PG who can run the show w/the pick and roll game? I don't quite understand that. Or.....why not run the inside out game? I'm not Lacker fan, but I admit I was hoping for a better showing.
The Heat, on the other hand, seemed to have developed a half-court game...Scary.
I was wondering the same thing. Nobody in the game today, and possibly nobody in the game EVER, runs the Pick & Roll like Steve Nash.
...and they're running a Motion offense?!?!?!
What is Mike thinking?
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And the home team takes down New Orleans! I must give NO their credit, though. These young guys are going to be good. Anthony Davis is going to be dangerous. The boy can actually make free throws.
We missed Manu Ginobli tonight. Hope he's back on the court soon.
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Annnnd the Lakers fall AGAIN, this time to Portland. SMH...they should've saved those dollars. Guess we'll be seeing a San Antonio-OKC rematch in the Western Finals.
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How about James Harden?
Traded to the Rockets on Saturday and all he does in his debut is drop 37pts on 14-for-25 shooting with 12 asts, 6 rebs, and 4 steals.
6th man no more. :o
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I'm yet thanking God for that Harden trade. Now if we can get Sefalosha (however you spell it) out of the way, we should be set for the NBA Finals.
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Really? TJ isn't here to boast about Tony Parker's buzzer-beating game-winner over OKC last night?
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Really? TJ isn't here to boast about Tony Parker's buzzer-beating game-winner over OKC last night?
Feels like I would just be talking to myself. :-\
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Really? TJ isn't here to boast about Tony Parker's buzzer-beating game-winner over OKC last night?
He's been there before. No big deal. Championships is what spark a war cry these days.
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I think last night may have been a precursor to the Finals. My Spurs look as primed as ever and we took down what I can't help but see as a weaker OKC team WITHOUT Manu Ginobli. Tony Parker has become a well-oiled machine and Timmy D was out there playing like a 2003 version of himself. If we can keep this up, it's San Antonio vs Miami in the finals.
On the other hand, Russell Westbrook is going to ultimately be the cause of OKC's fall. That kid has skill, but very little basketball IQ to accompany it. His playing is too "street ball"-ish, and the analysts gave him a beating for it last night.
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Dang...when I said the Lakers would implode, I wasn't expecting it to happen so soon. I almost feel bad for th-....nah, no I don't.
In other news, San Antonio vs the NEW best team in Los Angeles (the Clippers) next week on ESPN. Make sure you tune in. :)
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My Lakers.......SMH!
Best starting 5 in the league + worst bench in the league + coach I'm not sold on = potential disaster...SMH!
Prediction: Lakers go 4-9 (lose to Utah, Golden State, San Antonio and Houston), fire Brown and replace with Mike D'Antoni.
Lakers are not going anywhere until that bench is dealt with and until that Princeton offense is rebuked as far as the east is to the west.
In other NBA news:
-I'm surprised Harden has been this good with Houston.
-Denver is disappointing me so far.
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The BEATING my Spurs are putting on these Pacers. These dudes are POISED, I tell ya.
Good to have you back, Bennett. Your other fellow Lakers fans have been MIA for obvious reasons.... :P
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The BEATING my Spurs are putting on these Pacers. These dudes are POISED, I tell ya.
Good to have you back, Bennett. Your other fellow Lakers fans have been MIA for obvious reasons.... :P
SMH! Your Spurs may make it to the Finals ONLY because of Lakers' inepititude.
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With tonight's win, we're 4-0 for the first time in Franchise history.
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With tonight's win, we're 4-0 for the first time in Franchise history.
SMH!
Btw, my Lakers beating Detroit (besides us getting our first win) is totally irrelevant. How they play the next few games against potential contenders is what matters.
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My Lakers.......SMH!
Best starting 5 in the league + worst bench in the league + coach I'm not sold on = potential disaster...SMH!
Prediction: Lakers go 4-9 (lose to Utah, Golden State, San Antonio and Houston), fire Brown and replace with Mike D'Antoni.
Lakers are not going anywhere until that bench is dealt with and until that Princeton offense is rebuked as far as the east is to the west.
In other NBA news:
-I'm surprised Harden has been this good with Houston.
-Denver is disappointing me so far.
The best starting 5 in the league? Highly debatable.
The Lakers will get their offense on track and be at .500 before you know it.
I don't know why you're surprised about Harden's success. Everybody knew he should have been a starter. He was just in a system that didn't allow for him to be that.
Denver has one of the best coaches in the history of the game. Once the players get accustomed to playing together and clearly define their roles, they'll make a good push for the playoffs.
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The best starting 5 in the league? Highly debatable.
The Lakers will get their offense on track and be at .500 before you know it.
I don't know why you're surprised about Harden's success. Everybody knew he should have been a starter. He was just in a system that didn't allow for him to be that.
Denver has one of the best coaches in the history of the game. Once the players get accustomed to playing together and clearly define their roles, they'll make a good push for the playoffs.
Which team has a potentially better starting five than Lakers? Maybe Miami?
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Which team has a potentially better starting five than Lakers? Maybe Miami?
Any number of teams could be argued, not just based on individual talent, but also based on unit cohesiveness. Miami and San Antonio are the first teams to come to mind.
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Any number of teams could be argued, not just based on individual talent, but also based on unit cohesiveness. Miami and San Antonio are the first teams to come to mind.
Yes.
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The. Lakers. Suck.
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The. Lakers. Suck.
Last night Jazz had 36 bench points in their win over the Lakers. The Lakers had a grand total of 12pts off the bench.
Randy Foye came off the bench for Utah and single-handedly outscored the Lakers' bench by racking up 17pts.
These Lakers demonstrate just how great a job Pat Riley did in constructing the Heat.
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The. Lakers. Suck.
Again, we're not going anywhere until our bench is dealt with. Top heavy + injuries in starting lineup + princeton offense = a disaster...SMH!
Reminds me of 2004 with Gary Payton and Karl Malone...SMH!
Maybe we can have a Miami experience where we start bad and then get on a crazy roll.
I still believe Brown will get fired very soon.
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Again, we're not going anywhere until our bench is dealt with. Top heavy + injuries in starting lineup + princeton offense = a disaster...SMH!
Reminds me of 2004 with Gary Payton and Karl Malone...SMH!
Maybe we can have a Miami experience where we start bad and then get on a crazy roll.
I still believe Brown will get fired very soon.
The Heat had a mediocre bench when they started two years ago. The Laker bench is one of the worst in the NBA. I think they'll get better with time, but I doubt a "crazy roll".
I agree that if Brown doesn't get things turned around he won't last long past the All-Star break.
Oh, and I think the Heat have the best starting lineup in the NBA.
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The Heat had a mediocre bench when they started two years ago. The Laker bench is one of the worst in the NBA. I think they'll get better with time, but I doubt a "crazy roll".
I agree that if Brown doesn't get things turned around he won't last long past the All-Star break.
Oh, and I think the Heat have the best starting lineup in the NBA.
1. Yes. Lakers have the worst bench.
2. Yep.
3. Hmmm. To me, it's almost a viritual deadlock.
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3. Hmmm. To me, it's almost a viritual deadlock.
Yeah it's pretty close. Maybe if Steve Nash somehow starts looking like the old (er, young) Steve Nash again I'll see things differently.
The Lakers starting lineup, outside of Howard, is just so OLD.
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The Lakers starting lineup, outside of Howard, is just so OLD.
And they have the nerve to talk about my Spurs. We're like fine wine, we get BETTER with time. The Lakers are more like cheese, old and moldy. :P
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Mike Brown is gone.
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Mike Brown is gone.
After five games and with Nash hurt?
FIVE GAMES?
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I guess every team can't have a Popovich. 8)
I'm not buying the Nash argument. So because one of your five all-stars is injured, you can't win a game? Steve Blake isn't horrible at point. As I said before, they sacrificed their bench and it's killing them. Nonetheless, it should be interesting to see who they hire as Brown's replacement. Rumors of Jerry Sloan, Phil Jackson, Mike D'Antonio and Brian Shaw are floating around.
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I guess every team can't have a Popovich. 8)
I'm not buying the Nash argument. So because one of your five all-stars is injured, you can't win a game? Steve Blake isn't horrible at point. As I said before, they sacrificed their bench and it's killing them. Nonetheless, it should be interesting to see who they hire as Brown's replacement. Rumors of Jerry Sloan, Phil Jackson, Mike D'Antonio and Brian Shaw are floating around.
Four all-stars. Blake isn't horrible, but he isn't very good either. :D
I'm not making excuses for the guy. I just don't think they should fire the guy after 5 games.
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I do think they were a bit hasty, but I to think it was a cumulative decision. The Lakers nation have been calling for Brown's head since last season. And that whole Princeton offense thing was a joke. Still, their bench remains their biggest issue. There aren't too many coaches not named Popovich that can squeeze much productivity out of that lackluster bench.
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I do think they were a bit hasty, but I to think it was a cumulative decision. The Lakers nation have been calling for Brown's head since last season. And that whole Princeton offense thing was a joke. Still, their bench remains their biggest issue. There aren't too many coaches not named Popovich that can squeeze much productivity out of that lackluster bench.
Man, there aren't any coaches who ARE named 'Popovich' that can get production from their bench. :D
And yeah, the Laker fans never really took to Mike. I think Mike came into the season on the hot seat. Losing all eight pre-season games didn't help either.
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Mike Brown is gone.
After five games and with Nash hurt?
FIVE GAMES?
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Not surprised at all. Some people felt like he should have been fired after last season. It's possible with better execution Lakers could have made WCF last season.
I do think they were a bit hasty, but I to think it was a cumulative decision. The Lakers nation have been calling for Brown's head since last season. And that whole Princeton offense thing was a joke. Still, their bench remains their biggest issue. There aren't too many coaches not named Popovich that can squeeze much productivity out of that lackluster bench.
Yep! That bench will continue to be the Achilles hill of this team no matter who the coach is.
So who becomes the next coach? Jackson? One of the Van Gundy brothers? D'Antoni? McMillan?
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So who becomes the next coach? Jackson? One of the Van Gundy brothers? D'Antoni? McMillan?
If they reunited Stan Van Gundy and Howard, that would define irony. :D
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If they reunited Stan Van Gundy and Howard, that would define irony. :D
It'll never happen, but it would be EPIC.
Stan Van Gundy would walk in, look at Dwight and say.......
(http://images.wikia.com/adventuretimewithfinnandjake/images/8/80/Troll-face-problem.jpg)
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The Lakers have a chance now since they got rid of the ace in the hole for the rest of the league.
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Reportedly, they've narrowed it down to Phil Jackson and Mike D'antoni. Phil Jackson is like that one ex you keep running back to no matter how many times you claim it's over. :D
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Reportedly, they've narrowed it down to Phil Jackson and Mike D'antoni. Phil Jackson is like that one ex you keep running back to no matter how many times you claim it's over. :D
LOL! From reading tweets of an NBA historian, getting Jackson back slaps the ego of the owner and his family as this would be the 3rd time Jackson has potentially saved Lakers. Lakers had average success a few years before Jackson 1st came on board. Then when Kobe/Shaq feud took place he left, was average again and then here comes Jackson again (even though success wasn't immediate). Now the Lakers hire a coach that may have been set up for failure from the beginning and he gets fired and now Jackson may have to save them a 3rd time? Jesus! Where do you hear of coaches returning to teams in 3 different stints? Smh! Lakers better seriously think about who would be good to replace Jackson (I predict he coaches this season and next) that has buy-in from Kobe (if he's still playing) and DHoward.
Btw I keep hearing that regardless of who coaches Gasol is still on the trading block. Possibly a trade with Atlanta for Josh Smith. Also some possibility of using Gasol as trade bait to improve bench (which some think is more of Brown's fault they were terrible by not correctly utilizing the bench).
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pick and roll lakers
pick and roll
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The Lakers could have saved themselves a lot of trouble if they would have canned Mike Brown at the end of last season. I don't understand what in the world they were thinking. They should have hired Brian Shaw or someone who had been under Phil Jackson and knew his system. Sheeeesh!!! ?/? ::) ?/? ::) :-\
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The Lakers could have saved themselves a lot of trouble if they would have canned Mike Brown at the end of last season. I don't understand what in the world they were thinking. They should have hired Brian Shaw or someone who had been under Phil Jackson and knew his system. Sheeeesh!!! ?/? ::) ?/? ::) :-\
It's called ego and insecurity. Totally agree with you!
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So, it's basically Phil Jackson's job if he wants it but under the conditions of limited travel, high salary and full control of basketball personnel decisions.
Too high a bill for Lakers?
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So, it's basically Phil Jackson's job if he wants it but under the conditions of limited travel, high salary and full control of basketball personnel decisions.
Too high a bill for Lakers?
Only if they're stupid.
Phil is the best coach of the modern era.
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Only if they're stupid.
Phil is the best coach of the modern era.
Yep!
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Only if they're stupid.
Phil is the best coach of the modern era.
Welp, I guess they're stupid!! They just hired Mike D'antoni. Merry Christmas Lakers fans! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/8622773/mike-dantoni-hired-next-coach-los-angeles-lakers-sources-say (http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/8622773/mike-dantoni-hired-next-coach-los-angeles-lakers-sources-say)
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Welp, I guess they're stupid!! They just hired Mike D'antoni. Merry Christmas Lakers fans! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
[url]http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/8622773/mike-dantoni-hired-next-coach-los-angeles-lakers-sources-say[/url] ([url]http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/8622773/mike-dantoni-hired-next-coach-los-angeles-lakers-sources-say[/url])
SMH!!
I'll analyze this later...
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So it's my Spurs who have the pleasure of handing the Lakers their latest loss. Great game! We didn't play magnificently, but Pop's coaching genius saved us.
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Huge win for the Knicks. We'll see how they look midseason before I say if I'm sold on them even being close to contending for the title. On the other hand, unless something changes, I really could see Clippers in the NBA Finals. They have a very deep bench. I'm still sticking with Lakers/Heat Finals for now but those Clippers are dangerous. Like I said from day 1, the West is pretty open this season.
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Is it just a coincidence that the Knicks go on incredible runs when Amari is out?
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Is it just a coincidence that the Knicks go on incredible runs when Amari is out?
Welp...
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Ok, let me analyze the D'Antoni hire for Lakers. To me, it should have been Phil or bust but at the same time D'Antoni is a pretty good option as well. At the end of the day it was crazy to hire Brown from the beginning. Good coach but just can't get it done. It would have been funny/nice to see Brown stay as a defensive coordinator with D'Antoni coming along but idk. I know that the stigma with D'Antoni is that he is offense first and defense last. I surely hope D'Antoni is willing to make some adjustments because Lakers are win-now. If you believe that defense wins championships then D'Antoni is a risk. If you believe that the Miami model of small ball wins championships then Lakers have a pretty good chance of winning it all this season. Idk, I think Rick Adelman should have been Lakers coach after Phil.
Ok, now I want to go over my biggest surprises of young season:
-Knicks being very good.
-Pacers struggling (some see them as best contender to challenge Miami).
-Nuggets starting slow (saw them as a potential championship contender).
-Grizzles and Clippers looking like serious championship contenders.
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pick and roll lakers
pick and roll
qfe
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Bobcats losing by 41 with the benches cleared in the 3rd quarter...SMH! #thatisall
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Okay, so Pop sits the big FOUR tonight against the defending champs, Miami Heat. Stern says there will be "substantial sanctions", but when asked about San Antonio's ridiculous schedule in comparison to Miami's (they have not played since last Saturday), he has no comment. Hmmm....
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Okay, so Pop sits the big FOUR tonight against the defending champs, Miami Heat. Stern says there will be "substantial sanctions", but when asked about San Antonio's ridiculous schedule in comparison to Miami's (they hasn't played since last Saturday), he has no comment. Hmmm....
Ridiculous...SMH!
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And the biggest upset of the year so far has taken place: the best team in the league (Miami) loses to the worst team in the league (Wizards). Wow!
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Ridiculous...SMH!
won't be long till the NBA is no longer about skill but solely entertainment just like wrestling a la wwe/wwf etc...
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Lakers lose 7th of 11 games under D'Antoni. (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/50141313/ns/sports-nba/)
Gasol and Nash are injured. Nash is 62 years old so that isn't surprising. Despite bringing in Dwight Howard the Lakers aren't playing good defense. Kobe is chucking, trying to "take over" and "will" the Lakers to wins but all he's doing is making offense stagnant and predictable as Paul Millsap alluded to:
"They did it to themselves," Millsap said of the 9-12 Lakers. "Our defense was pretty good, but they had no ball movement and that made it easier on us just to try to load up, keep them out of the paint and let them fire up some 3s."
This season has been nothing short of a disaster for the Lakers.
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This season has been nothing short of a disaster for the Lakers.
That made me smile....
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Lakers lose 7th of 11 games under D'Antoni. ([url]http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/50141313/ns/sports-nba/[/url])
Gasol and Nash are injured. Nash is 62 years old so that isn't surprising. Despite bringing in Dwight Howard the Lakers aren't playing good defense. Kobe is chucking, trying to "take over" and "will" the Lakers to wins but all he's doing is making offense stagnant and predictable as Paul Millsap alluded to:
This season has been nothing short of a disaster for the Lakers.
*sigh* >:(
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This season has been nothing short of a disaster for the Lakers.
Did I call it, or did I call it? All brawn, no substance.
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Did I call it, or did I call it? All brawn, no substance.
I was wondering when you were going to chime in TJ. For a minute there I thought maybe the Lakers are doing so badly that he's just not going bother commenting on them. :)
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I wonder if any team in history has ever fired 2 coaches in the same year. I'm beginning to wonder if D'Antoni will be fired by all star break and management, even though they don't want to, hires Phil Jackson to hopefully push them to the playoffs, even if they go in #7 or #8
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i didn't think a coach would have such a large impact ... wow
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I was wondering when you were going to chime in TJ. For a minute there I thought maybe the Lakers are doing so badly that he's just not going bother commenting on them. :)
They're fans have such a severe case of "blessed quietness" that I don't even have anyone to rub it in to.
Meanwhile, my Spurs are still rolling. #gospursgo #pop4life
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Please tell me we're not only halfway into the 2nd quarter and the Knicks have 58 against the Lakers' 38. Really? 58!?!?!?
These Lakers are going down in yellow flames. And I love it.
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Please tell me we're not only halfway into the 2nd quarter and the Knicks have 58 against the Lakers' 38. Really? 58!?!?!?
These Lakers are going down in yellow flames. And I love it.
SMH! Where do I start?
1. I'm trying to find out if any team in NBA history has ever fired 2 coaches in the same season. To me, D'Antoni's system just doesn't work with this group of players. He has got to be willing to adjust his system to fit the players there. If not, he may not get another job in the league unless his players absolutely fit the system.
2. This mess can be blamed on the management who's more concerned about stroking ego than winning championships. They should have hired Phil back for the 3rd time.
3. What's wrong (maybe I live too much in a utopia world) with rehiring Mike Brown as defensive specialist/coordinator?
4. It looks like defense still wins championships in the NBA.
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SMH! Where do I start?
1. I'm trying to find out if any team in NBA history has ever fired 2 coaches in the same season. To me, D'Antoni's system just doesn't work with this group of players. He has got to be willing to adjust his system to fit the players there. If not, he may not get another job in the league unless his players absolutely fit the system.
2. This mess can be blamed on the management who's more concerned about stroking ego than winning championships. They should have hired Phil back for the 3rd time.
3. What's wrong (maybe I live too much in a utopia world) with rehiring Mike Brown as defensive specialist/coordinator?
4. It looks like defense still wins championships in the NBA.
3. Brown wouldn't come back. That would be a slap in the face.
1. I think the Wizards have. But, I'm not sure about that.
2. I'm in the minority here, but I think they should not have fired Brown so quickly. While the execution of the Princeton offense had it's kinks, it was the perfect offense for a team with a lackluster bench. I believe the execution would have improved as the season progressed.
4. Scoring more than your opponent wins championships. Good defense helps, but if you can't put the ball in the basket, you just end up with a low-scoring loss.
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3. Brown wouldn't come back. That would be a slap in the face.
1. I think the Wizards have. But, I'm not sure about that.
2. I'm in the minority here, but I think they should not have fired Brown so quickly. While the execution of the Princeton offense had it's kinks, it was the perfect offense for a team with a lackluster bench. I believe the execution would have improved as the season progressed.
4. Scoring more than your opponent wins championships. Good defense helps, but if you can't put the ball in the basket, you just end up with a low-scoring loss.
Yeah I would like to have seen the manifestation of the princeton offense over time. I just think not winning a single game in the preseason was too alarming (even though many didn't take it as anything big).
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These stats right here tells me a lot about that game and Kobe's role in their demise.
LAL: Kobe Bryant
31 pts, 10/24, 41.7%
NY: Carmelo Anthony
30 pts, 10/15, 66.7%
Complete stats
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These stats right here tells me a lot about that game and Kobe's role in their demise.
LAL: Kobe Bryant
31 pts, 10/24, 41.7%
NY: Carmelo Anthony
30 pts, 10/15, 66.7%
Complete stats
And last night he was worse. He scored 30 but shot 9/29 which is only 31%.
He tries to "take over" and "put the team on his back" but he only ends up hurting them. He has such respect in the league that he doesn't get the criticism he should.
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And last night he was worse. He scored 30 but shot 9/29 which is only 31%.
He tries to "take over" and "put the team on his back" but he only ends up hurting them. He has such respect in the league that he doesn't get the criticism he should.
Amen!
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We have our 2nd firing of the season. Brooklyn Nets fire Avery Johnson. This is a surprising firing to me. I guess they saw themselves as a legit championship contender. I don't think they are...yet.
http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8783854/avery-johnson-fired-brooklyn-nets-starting-14-14 (http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8783854/avery-johnson-fired-brooklyn-nets-starting-14-14)
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The Lakers lost to Denver last night.
That makes three straight losses and 4 losses in their last 5 games. They're 15-18 and are currently the 11th seed in the West.
E......LEVENTH.
I'm sure Laker management is second-guessing the decision to pass on Phil Jackson. You just KNOW Phil would be doing a better job with the collection of talent the Lakers have.
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I'm LOVING Lakers management right about now!
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I'm LOVING Lakers management right about now!
:D :D :D
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The Lakers lost to Denver last night.
That makes three straight losses and 4 losses in their last 5 games. They're 15-18 and are currently the 11th seed in the West.
E......LEVENTH.
I'm sure Laker management is second-guessing the decision to pass on Phil Jackson. You just KNOW Phil would be doing a better job with the collection of talent the Lakers have.
I'm LOVING Lakers management right about now!
UGH! We either need to change coaches or totally embrace D'Antoni's philosophy by trading Gasol and getting younger. Either way, Lakers may need to go on mid-full rebuilding program. I still think D'Antioni should adjust his system to the personnel, but it's hard to teach old dogs new tricks.
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The Lakers prove that winning a championship is about more than just gathering big name players. They kinda validate the Heat in that way.
Pat Riley had do more than just sign stars and spend big money. He had to also make sure there was a bench and adequate role players that play well together.
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Funny how Cordney and Ness have suddenly gone ghost. Adam where art thou?
In other news, the boys in black and white are still rolling. No marquee names, no celebrities, no fat wallets...just talent.
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Funny how Cordney and Ness have suddenly gone ghost. Adam where art thou?
In other news, the boys in black and white are still rolling. No marquee names, no celebrities, no fat wallets...just talent.
They're looking really good.
Between the Spurs, Thunder, and the best team in LA (Clippers) it's going to be an interesting postseason in the West.
Those Clippers are a problem. They've been killing WITHOUT key players. Grant Hill has missed the entire season and Billups has only played in three games this season. Grant has returned to practice and Chauncey is supposed to be returning soon. Both could be playing by the end of this month.
And they're currently tied for the best record in the NBA.
When they're at full strength? Man, they could be something special.
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Yeah, I thought the Clippers run was just a fluke, but they've truly found their mojo. I don't know if I'm completely (the regular season and the playoffs are two different beasts), but I'm certainly impressed.
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It doesn't matter who comes out of the West (even though you could make a legit case for about 4-6 teams including Clippers, Spurs, Thunder, Grizzlies, maybe Warriors and maybe Houston if they stay hot) because Miami will win it all again. Right now I'd go with a rematch of the 2012 Finals but it wouldn't shock me to see Clippers represent West in Finals.
Also, to add insult to injury, Lakers' big men are injured and are reportedly out indefinitely. SMH! Welp, there goes our title!
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Kobe Bryant gotta be rolling over in his grave...SMH.
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Welp, there goes our title!
(http://gifsoup.com/webroot/animatedgifs/189820_o.gif)
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The Lakers have lost three straight, now they lose Dwight & Pau (and Jordan Hill btw) at the worst possible time.
I say the worst possible time because their next three games are against Houston, San Antonio and OKC. Those games would've been tough at full strength. Now without any decent big men? A six game losing streak is very possible.
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The Lakers have lost three straight, now they lose Dwight & Pau (and Jordan Hill btw) at the worst possible time.
I say the worst possible time because their next three games are against Houston, San Antonio and OKC. Those games would've been tough at full strength. Now without any decent big men? A six game losing streak is very possible.
Lakers may have to be the first team in NBA history to fire 2 coaches within the same season...SMH! D'Antoni is going to have to adjust. Plain and simple!
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good luck with adjusting ... cards are stacked right now and not in his favor
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The big bad team that was supposed to win the championship, and now they're not even going to make the playoffs. Life can be oh so funny, huh?
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The Lakers are HORRIBLE!!!!
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The Lakers are HORRIBLE!!!!
Yea, bout as bad as the Eagles. :P
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Yea, bout as bad as the Eagles. :P
I tell you about these Cowboy fans...lol
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Why did Melo seek out Garnett to fight him (http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/8823531/new-york-knicks-carmelo-anthony-sought-confront-boston-celtics-loss-sources-say) after the Knicks-Celtics game? This (http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/cereal-offender-knicks-star-spats-celtic-cheerios-comment-estranged-wife-article-1.1236078) is why.
Kevin Garnett is a Grade A jerk.
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i don't get it why Honey nut cheerios?
aside from the taste comment i don't get it
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Lakers vs Spurs on ESPN now. Usually I would be excited for this game, but it's not as fun when one team is CLEARLY better than the other.
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Jeeeez! Captain Jack almost cost us the game! Ginobli said it best, though...the boys just stopped playing in the second half. Thankfully the Lakers are so horrible that, even with a million chances, they still couldn't pull out the win. All's well that ends well I guess.
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Jeeeez! Captain Jack almost cost us the game! Ginobli said it best, though...the boys just stopped playing in the second half. Thankfully the Lakers are so horrible that, even with a million chances, they still couldn't pull out the win. All's well that ends well I guess.
The Spurs have won 15 of their 17 home games.
The Lakers have 15 wins. Period.
In other news Chris Paul is still the best point guard in the league. Definitely a top 5 player overall. I've always gushed about him but this year he's put the Clippers on another level.
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The Spurs have won 15 of their 17 home games.
The Lakers have 15 wins. Period.
That stat is music to my ears. :)
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i don't get it why Honey nut cheerios?
aside from the taste comment i don't get it
I guess it was supposed to be both insulting and kinda funny.
In any event, the league suspended Melo for going after Garnett, which was the right call.
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the lakers won ...
(currently still pretending to be a Thunder fan)
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Kobe & Vanessa Bryant have reconciled (http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/01/12/us-usa-kobe-bryant-idUSBRE90B0HN20130112). No divorce.
Good for them. :)
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cheaper to keep her.
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Kobe & Vanessa Bryant have reconciled ([url]http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/01/12/us-usa-kobe-bryant-idUSBRE90B0HN20130112[/url]). No divorce.
Good for them. :)
It's good to hear good news especially when it comes to marriage.
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Carmelo is being harassed so much that James Dolan has gone to extreme measure to protect his superstar. http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketball/knicks/dolan-ordered-eavesdropping-melo-report-article-1.1239971 (http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketball/knicks/dolan-ordered-eavesdropping-melo-report-article-1.1239971)
NBA players be warned — if you say something mean to Carmelo Anthony, James Dolan will hear it.
The Knicks owner reportedly tasked two MSG Network employees with recording every sound uttered in Anthony’s direction on Friday night when the Knicks hosted the Bulls, according to the Newark Star-Ledger. The Knicks lost the game, 108-101....
My opinion- This is what's stopping Carmelo from being even better than he is. If Carmelo were to just focus on basketball and ignore all the foolishness, he could be an unstoppable force. I heard about the KG comments but KG ain't nuthin but an old coot. Who cares what KG says??? KG ain't nuthin but mouth. Melo has to keep his focus and stop letting stuff like this bother him. KG has a ring, he doesn't and never will if he doesn't stop getting side tracked by stuff like this. I imagine that bad things were said to MJ all the time but MJ used that stuff to make him a better player. But hey that's just me...maybe I'm too old fashioned. :-\
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Carmelo is being harassed so much that James Dolan has gone to extreme measure to protect his superstar. [url]http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketball/knicks/dolan-ordered-eavesdropping-melo-report-article-1.1239971[/url] ([url]http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketball/knicks/dolan-ordered-eavesdropping-melo-report-article-1.1239971[/url])
My opinion- This is what's stopping Carmelo from being even better than he is. If Carmelo were to just focus on basketball and ignore all the foolishness, he could be an unstoppable force. I heard about the KG comments but KG ain't nuthin but an old coot. Who cares what KG says??? KG ain't nuthin but mouth. Melo has to keep his focus and stop letting stuff like this bother him. KG has a ring, he doesn't and never will if he doesn't stop getting side tracked by stuff like this. I imagine that bad things were said to MJ all the time but MJ used that stuff to make him a better player. But hey that's just me...maybe I'm too old fashioned. :-\
I don't know how much better he could be this year. He's playing at an MVP level right now.
That said, he should go %110 percent and BURN opponents when they start talking. Let that be his revenge. He can do it to. He's a guy who can go off for 20 in a quarter at a moment's notice.
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I don't know how much better he could be this year. He's playing at an MVP level right now.
That said, he should go %110 percent and BURN opponents when they start talking. Let that be his revenge. He can do it to. He's a guy who can go off for 20 in a quarter at a moment's notice.
He could get better by leading his team to a championship. His numbers have always been off the charts but he has failed to show up when it really counts, in the playoffs. BTJM
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who would benefit the most if Gasol were traded?
http://msn.foxsports.com/nba/story/pau-gasol-los-angeles-lakers-bench-dwight-howard-trade-012113 (http://msn.foxsports.com/nba/story/pau-gasol-los-angeles-lakers-bench-dwight-howard-trade-012113)
The struggling Los Angeles Lakers have juggled their starting lineup, moving forward Pau Gasol to a reserve role and replacing him with Earl Clark, and the 7-foot Spaniard isn't happy about it.
But Gasol told TNT's Craig Sager he disliked the move, saying he has never been a role player, and said the move could signal his exit as the trade deadline approaches.
you may want to read the article since i picked and chose parts that i wanted to show
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The Lakers suck.
#thatisall #goodnight
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At the end of the day it boils down to this: you've got the wrong person running basketball operations in Los Angeles. I'm not talking about the GM but the guy above him (Dr. Buss' son). You bring in a wing offense coach to coach a team with 2 bigs and the coach is not willing to adjust his style to fit the roster....SMH! That's just pitiful. I'm telling you, if Lakers keep spiraling down you're going to see history as Lakers become first team in history (I think) to fire 2 coaches in the same season. At the end of the day Lakers must decide what type of team they are going to be. What they decide will determine if they trade Gasol. And Gasol is not willing to come off the bench so you have a problem there as well. To me, I would play this season out because there is no guarantee Howard resigns with Lakers.
Just a mess in Lakerland right now.
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For those interested, Kobe will be watching his 81-point game (from 2006) for the first time AND tweeting about it today.
...you know things are bad when you have to go back and watch OLD Games. :D :D :D
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And now there's a lot of talk about whether it's time to trade D Howard. Wow!
I listened to Larry Brown on ESPN Radio this morning and he was basically saying that it's highly possible that this Lakers team is simply overrated. Maybe so. I know the bench has been the serious achilles' hill but now some are saying it's not the coach that's the problem (even though his unwillingness to change may cost him his job and of course the Lakers not making playoffs) but the effort of the team. Some are putting the blame on D Howard as well. This is very interesting.
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I'm inclined to agree with Larry. Just because a team looks good on paper doesn't mean they'll execute well. And that's the only place these Lakers look good...on paper. In the words of The Fugees, too many MCs, not enough mics.
Meanwhile, my Spurs are HOT! :)
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I'm inclined to agree with Larry. Just because a team looks good on paper doesn't mean they'll execute well. And that's the only place these Lakers look good...on paper. In the words of The Fugees, too many MCs, not enough mics.
Meanwhile, my Spurs are HOT! :)
Yeah, someone mentioned about there being #1 options on the team. Nash, Kobe and Howard have always been #1 option on their team. From what I've heard Howard wants to be on a team where he's the #1 scoring option and win on his own terms. At that rate, he may never win a title. Idk. If he goes to Dallas, does that make Dallas a favorite in West next season? Maybe. If he goes to Nets (depending on trade), Nets may definitely be a favorite to make Finals next year. Idk. I just hope we keep Gasol.
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Well, Lakers have won 3 straight mainly because D'Antoni has finally adjusted a little bit. Kobe is passing more and it's helping. Of course you have an unhappy Gasol but it is what it is for now. Honestly I was only impressed with their win against OKC.
This 7 game road trip, in my opinion is the make or break trip of the season. To me they must win 6 out of 7 games on this road trip to have ANY chance at the playoffs and then we'll see what type of team this Lakers team is. To be honest, even if we get #8 we're in trouble. The West is loaded! At least 3-6 teams (Clippers, OKC, Spurs, Grizzlies, maybe Lakers and maybe Warriors) could represent West in Finals...SMH!
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Yeah, someone mentioned about there being #1 options on the team. Nash, Kobe and Howard have always been #1 option on their team. From what I've heard Howard wants to be on a team where he's the #1 scoring option and win on his own terms. At that rate, he may never win a title. Idk. If he goes to Dallas, does that make Dallas a favorite in West next season? Maybe. If he goes to Nets (depending on trade), Nets may definitely be a favorite to make Finals next year. Idk. I just hope we keep Gasol.
I think D Howard is overrated. His presence was suppose to make LA a favorite this season. I just don't see him making that much of a difference on any team, not to the point of making them favorites except for maybe Miami or OKC. I say Miami or OKC because they are already the favorite or near favorite.
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Similar subject was being discussed at yahoo answers last week. I can post the link if needed.
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Of course, any team can win the title (that's in contention), but how many of y'all feel like Clippersa are a legit Finals team? Maybe I'm overrating them but I think they are as legit, if not more legit, than Spurs or OKC. Idk I just feel like if Clippers stay healthy they'll be in finals. Will they beat Miami? Not if they play the way they did tonight. Idk though.
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oh my ... is basketball going the way of baseball?
NBA gives casual fans and armchair GMs access to the league's entire statistical history
http://www.engadget.com/2013/02/18/nba-statistics-database/ (http://www.engadget.com/2013/02/18/nba-statistics-database/)
(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/02/nba-stats-page.jpg)
The odds of rising from NBA stat junkie / forum poster to Houston Rockets GM like Daryl Morey did are slim, but thanks to the new NBA.com/Stats page fans have access to more data than ever before. Until now, only league and team personnel have had access to the NBA's complete official stats -- media got access last spring -- with box scores that go as far back as its start in 1946-47, individual stats for anyone who has ever played in the league plus advanced statistical breakdowns and rankings of best lineup combinations. Fan sites like Basketball Reference have filled in the gaps in the past, but this should bring a new level of accuracy and analysis to bear.
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Lakers are above .500
that is all
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Lakers are above .500
that is all
Ebeebebebege SHONDO!!!
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Ebeebebebege SHONDO!!!
LOL!!!
might play that while a speaker is tuning up LOL
E B eee B e B e B e G e LOL
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Lakers are above .500
that is all
And we're tied for the 8th spot in the West. If we win today we'll be in sole possession of the 8th spot.
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And we're tied for the 8th spot in the West. If we win today we'll be in sole possession of the 8th spot.
And now we're in sole possession of the 8th playoff spot in the West...HAHA!
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:) lol
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And now we're in sole possession of the 8th playoff spot in the West...HAHA!
I'm sure the 8th seed is exactly what Laker management had in mind when they acquired Dwight Howard and Steve Nash. :P
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I'm sure the 8th seed is exactly what Laker management had in mind when they acquired Dwight Howard and Steve Nash. :P
Exactly. I love how they're celebrating this 8th seed like it's something to be proud of. Team full of all-stars and they BARELY make it into the playoffs. I can't wait until San Antonio or OKC squashes them.
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Exactly. I love how they're celebrating this 8th seed like it's something to be proud of. Team full of all-stars and they BARELY make it into the playoffs. I can't wait until San Antonio or OKC squashes them.
It's inevitable. If the Lakers make it in they have little-to-no chance of winning in the first round.
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It's inevitable. If the Lakers make it in they have little-to-no chance of winning in the first round.
just now decided to be fully committed to the laker bandwagon
#cinderella
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It's inevitable. If the Lakers make it in they have little-to-no chance of winning in the first round.
This is probably borderline hyperbole but if Lakers make it in as 8th seed they could arguably be the most dangerous 8th seed ever. If I'm OKC, SA or even Clipps I wouldn't want to face Lakers in 1st round. It would go maybe 7. Still concerned that our defense will be our Achilles hill.
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This is probably borderline hyperbole but if Lakers make it in as 8th seed they could arguably be the most dangerous 8th seed ever. If I'm OKC, SA or even Clipps I wouldn't want to face Lakers in 1st round. It would go maybe 7. Still concerned that our defense will be our Achilles hill.
No, it won't (the ONLY reason it would is revenue). And, I'm fairly certain NOBODY'S scared of the Lakers.
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I'll admit, I would be slightly wary of a Spurs-Lakers first round matchup only because the yellow guys seem to have gotten a small fire lit under their tails these past few weeks—but, in the end, they still won't win. Their defense is trash, and both SA and OKC have two of the most explosive offenses in the league, certainly in the West. It would probably benefit the Lakers more if they missed the playoffs so they could get a decent draft pick. Lord knows they need some young blood on that team...and this is coming from a Spurs fan.
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I wanna see a Lakers/Clippers playoff series. Home court every game...LOL!
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I wanna see a Lakers/Clippers playoff series. Home court every game...LOL!
LOL
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And now they say Kobe is out indefinitely....SMH!
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And now they say Kobe is out indefinitely....SMH!
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And now they say Kobe is out indefinitely....SMH!
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If we make it in, I prefer to see the Spurs in the 1st round...I don't think we have any chance against OKC.
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If we make it in, I prefer to see the Spurs in the 1st round...I don't think we have any chance against OKC.
Idk. Spurs seem more dangerous than OKC. I think OKC is a little worse w/o Harden. I feel like there's more pressure on Durant and Westbrook to carry team.
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Heat vs. Pacers in the East
Thunder vs LA Clippers West
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Heat vs. Pacers in the East
Thunder vs LA Clippers West
Very bold prediction sir!
Clippers vs Heat in Finals! What a matchup that would be! Heat win in 7.
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If we make it in, I prefer to see the Spurs in the 1st round...I don't think we have any chance against OKC.
I see you waited until your team (or whatever y'all are) barely made the playoffs to return. I would love to see the Spurs eliminate y'all in the first round, too. It'd be our pleasure.
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If we make it in, I prefer to see the Spurs in the 1st round...I don't think we have any chance against OKC.
I'm fairly certain ya'll don't have a chance against anyone. #ijs
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This will be an interesting playoffs.... but Heat will win if they don't get injuries....
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This will be an interesting playoffs.... but Heat will win if they don't get injuries....
Yep! There's no reason why the Heat should not win its 2nd title in a row.
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Yeah, the Heat should win. I'd like the see them go against Denver. Those young guys are impressive and all with the exodus of Carmelo, hmmmmmmmm.
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Though it's expected of me to say this, I honestly think the Spurs are one of the few teams that can slow Miami down. Pop's system would make them not just work harder, but think harder.
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Though it's expected of me to say this, I honestly think the Spurs are one of the few teams that can slow Miami down. Pop's system would make them not just work harder, but think harder.
It would not shock me to see Spurs in Finals even though the last couple of years they seem like the favorite to go and mess up....LOL! Spurs are just something to me. Every year folk think they're done or too old and before you know it they've won a lot of games with a good chance to get to the finals...SMH!
Heat should have a pretty easy route to the Finals. In the West, anything is possible. I mean Nuggets, Clippers (who I predict will get to the finals), OKC, Spurs and.......Lakers (if EVERYTHING goes right) have a good chance of getting to the Finals. The West is NOT clear cut this season (forgot Memphis as well but not sure....idk).
Btw, I really believe that if Clippers don't at least make it to the conference finals the coach is gone. There's no way that this Clippers team should not at least be in conference finals. OKC to me is a little weaker w/o Harden. Spurs are just...SMH! Nuggets are like the Pistons of 2004 that is so cohesive.
I'm excited for the playoffs (even though we know Miami will repeat)!
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It would not shock me to see Spurs in Finals even though the last couple of years they seem like the favorite to go and mess up....LOL! Spurs are just something to me. Every year folk think they're done or too old and before you know it they've won a lot of games with a good chance to get to the finals...SMH!
Heat should have a pretty easy route to the Finals. In the West, anything is possible. I mean Nuggets, Clippers (who I predict will get to the finals), OKC, Spurs and.......Lakers (if EVERYTHING goes right) have a good chance of getting to the Finals. The West is NOT clear cut this season (forgot Memphis as well but not sure....idk).
Btw, I really believe that if Clippers don't at least make it to the conference finals the coach is gone. There's no way that this Clippers team should not at least be in conference finals. OKC to me is a little weaker w/o Harden. Spurs are just...SMH! Nuggets are like the Pistons of 2004 that is so cohesive.
I'm excited for the playoffs (even though we know Miami will repeat)!
Lakers aren't going anywhere. You can put a pin in that one.
This Memphis-OKC matchup tonight should be interesting. I, too, think OKC is a weaker team, which is why I see San Antonio as one of the favorites for the Western Finals. Remember last year's Finals? The two games we won against OKC were the two games that Harden faltered in. The ones we lost were the ones he sailed in. Now he's completely gone, and we're a more cohesive team than we were last year.
I'm not exactly sure if I'm sold on the Clippers yet. They have a strong team, but, as we know, the regular season and the playoffs are two different beasts. I want to see how Memphis does tonight against OKC before I weigh in on them. Denver is a scary wildcard.
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There's an interesting debate going on: if Miami breaks the winning streak but doesn't win the title, is the streak irrelevant? Some say that only a title matters (I'm of this opinion) and some say that even if they don't win a title, making history is good. To me, when it comes to Miami it's championships or bust. They set that precedent with the "not 1, not 2, not 3.....etc" thing. They came together solely for winning titles to become a dynasty. Like I've said, I don't see any excuse to why Miami should not 1) be in their 3rd consecutive finals and 2) win their 2nd title in a row (should be 3 but anyway....LOL).
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There's an interesting debate going on: if Miami breaks the winning streak but doesn't win the title, is the streak irrelevant? Some say that only a title matters (I'm of this opinion) and some say that even if they don't win a title, making history is good. To me, when it comes to Miami it's championships or bust. They set that precedent with the "not 1, not 2, not 3.....etc" thing. They came together solely for winning titles to become a dynasty. Like I've said, I don't see any excuse to why Miami should not 1) be in their 3rd consecutive finals and 2) win their 2nd title in a row (should be 3 but anyway....LOL).
DANNNGGG!!! talk about pressure
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DANNNGGG!!! talk about pressure
I know I know. It's their fault though....LOL
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There's an interesting debate going on: if Miami breaks the winning streak but doesn't win the title, is the streak irrelevant? Some say that only a title matters (I'm of this opinion) and some say that even if they don't win a title, making history is good. To me, when it comes to Miami it's championships or bust. They set that precedent with the "not 1, not 2, not 3.....etc" thing. They came together solely for winning titles to become a dynasty. Like I've said, I don't see any excuse to why Miami should not 1) be in their 3rd consecutive finals and 2) win their 2nd title in a row (should be 3 but anyway....LOL).
Did they say 'in succession'?
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Did they say 'in succession'?
LOL! Nope...ha!
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72-10 Bulls are considered by many to be the greatest NBA team of all time. If Miami breaks the winning streak record (which I think they will) and wins the title this season, will this Miami Heat team be the greatest NBA team of all time?
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LOL! Nope...ha!
Well, if they didn't say 'in succession' then they're still able to live up to their declaration, no?
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Well, if they didn't say 'in succession' then they're still able to live up to their declaration, no?
Potentially but it's not going to happen. Based on what I'm hearing, the era of the superteam may end pretty quickly due to the CBA the league agreed on which makes it hard for teams to have 2-3 superstars.
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Miami's winning streak is on the line. Turn to ESPN right now!
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Chicago ends Miami's streak at 27 with a 101-97. And now the countdown to Miami holding up the trophy again.
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Chicago ends Miami's streak at 27 with a 101-97. And now the countdown to Miami holding up the trophy again.
Inevitable IMO. I don't think Lebron will let them lose 4 of 7. As good as he was last year he has grown a LOT this year. And the Heat are better with Allen & Birdman.
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Inevitable IMO. I don't think Lebron will let them lose 4 of 7. As good as he was last year he has grown a LOT this year. And the Heat are better with Allen & Birdman.
This
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I was kind of hoping the Spurs would end the streak, but Chicago impressed me last night. They played with tremendous heart given the absence of their all-stars. Viable contenders in the East?
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I was kind of hoping the Spurs would end the streak, but Chicago impressed me last night. They played with tremendous heart given the absence of their all-stars. Viable contenders in the East?
Without Rose? Nope. With Rose? Potentially.
If Indiana gets their offense together, they can be a threat but again, I don't see no team in the East that is a viable threat to knock off Heat. Anything is possible, but I believe the Heat are determined like crazy to repeat.
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So with a few games left the Eastern Conference looks like it's going to be Knicks and Heat for a trip to the Finals. However, I would still be worried about Chicago and Boston because Chicago has elite defense and Boston has experience and both have great coaching. Chicago's letdown to me will be not having Rose. If they had Rose, Chicago would have as good of a chance as anyone to face Heat in conference finals. Is anyone giving Brooklyn a chance to do some damage? I'm not...LOL!
In the West, it is wide open (some say it's the widest it has ever been). I've got Clippers (even though I'm getting a little nervous) going to the Finals. Who they face? That's open for debate especially if they play Memphis in the 1st round. Rockets scare me a little bit too. If they face OKC they may take that series to 7. I can't wait for the playoff matchups to be set so I can make my predictions.
Man, what a time we're going to have in these NBA playoffs!
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Curious to see how the Knicks fare. I doubt they'll beat the Heat but I think they'll at least make it interesting.
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You won't hear me say this often, but I've been disappointed in my Spurs as of late. We have not been playing well at all. I know Parker and Ginobli are out, but still. It's been pretty dismal to watch. If I'm being honest, I don't want a San Antonio-Los Angeles first round matchup, so I'm hoping we drop to the second seed unless Utah can knock L.A. out of contention.
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You won't hear me say this often, but I've been disappointed in my Spurs as of late. We have not been playing well at all. I know Parker and Ginobli are out, but still. It's been pretty dismal to watch. If I'm being honest, I don't want a San Antonio-Los Angeles first round matchup, so I'm hoping we drop to the second seed unless Utah can knock L.A. out of contention.
It wouldn't surprise me if Spurs tank last games to avoid a possible LA/Spurs matchup but I think Spurs should fear Rockets too.
In terms of my Lakers, we need to win 2 out of 3 and hope Utah loses 2 out of 3.
But at the end of the day, it's a colossal disappointment if any other team besides Miami is raising the trophy in June.
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As much as I despise the Lakers, Kobe has my utmost respect after what he pulled tonight. Dude went down THREE times and stayed fighting until he literally couldn't walk anymore. He's pouring his all into trying to get this team into the playoffs, and you have to wonder if it's ultimately going to be the end of his career. Dude is a warrior if I've ever seen one. Watching him tonight was both sad and inspiring.
That being said, GO UTAH!!!!!!!!
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As much as I despise the Lakers, Kobe has my utmost respect after what he pulled tonight. Dude went down THREE times and stayed fighting until he literally couldn't walk anymore. He's pouring his all into trying to get this team into the playoffs, and you have to wonder if it's ultimately going to be the end of his career. Dude is a warrior if I've ever seen one. Watching him tonight was both sad and inspiring.
That being said, GO UTAH!!!!!!!!
Man, I have so many thoughts on this. I'm going to paste here what I wrote on twitter. I'll start with this: I think we've seen the best of Kobe Bryant. To me, he'll never the same player again. :-\ :'(
Be right back.
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1. With Kobe I felt like Lakers would be most dangerous 8th seed in the history of the NBA. Now they'll definitely be out in 1st round.
2. I won't say that Kobe's career is over BUT I think we've seen the best of Kobe Bryant. In my opinion, he'll never be the same player.
3. From what I've read and heard his injury takes a while to come back from and remember, he's 34 which means....it may take longer...idk.
4. Based on Kobe's career it wouldnt surprise me if he comes back in a shorter time than estimated but I dont think we'll see the same Kobe.
5. Last night was the turning point in this Lakers' franchise and the career of Kobe Bryant. A new era is officially here. Technically this new era started with the death of Dr. Jerry Buss. Either way, last night is a huge turning point for the Lakers.
Part 1 of my thoughts.
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Part 2 of my thoughts.
6. I do not blame D'Antoni for what happened. Kobe wanted to play the extra minutes. D'Antoni is wrong coach but Jim Buss deserves more blame.
7. I wish Kobe nothing but the best in a return. Btw, there's no way he'll finish his career in a different jersey. No way, no how!
8. To Lakers' fans, we better pray Dwight Howard steps up because officially this is about to be his team.
9. Some have argued that Kobe's injury also represents official end of the Jordan era as Kobe is last superstar connected to Jordan days.
10. 2013-2014 season will be very interesting for the Lakers as new era begins. This season will go down as most bizarre in Lakers' history.
Last thought: Lakers' franchise is officially in transition.
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For pro athletes the mind always says it can do more than what the body will allow especially in the later years of their career. Kobe could go another four or five years if he played in wisdom knowing the limitations of his body. However, this guy seems to know only one speed and one way to do it. I wonder if he has better understanding of what Shaq and other veterans were going through in their later years when they'd take so many days off essentially just waiting to get to the playoffs. I know he was critical of that in the past.
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Well, time for the end of the season. One note of news:
Doug Collins, coach of 76ers is resigning at the end of the season. Not much of a surprise here. It seems like based on what I read he's the best coach for a situation in which the talent is pretty high and just need guidance. He's not the best coach when it comes to development of players. Best wishes to him as this will probably be his last coaching stop. Idk I could be wrong.
Who knew that the Lakers' chances to make the playoffs would hang on their last game? If Lakers win Wednesday they'll be in playoffs. There is a scenario in which they can be a 7th seed while the Rockets are an 8th seed. There's also a scenario in which Lakers could get in as an 8th seed (both Lakers and Utah lose). If Lakers lose and Utah wins, Lakers are out.
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HOLD THE PHONE!!!!!
Tracy McGrady has signed to the Spurs? AHHHHHH SOOKIE SOOKIE NOW.... :o :o :o
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HOLD THE PHONE!!!!!
Tracy McGrady has signed to the Spurs? AHHHHHH SOOKIE SOOKIE NOW.... :o :o :o
Tracy who? He still playin? Oh the joy in my soul. ::) We in trouble if Tony and Ginobli don't get back into championship form.
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HOLD THE PHONE!!!!!
Tracy McGrady has signed to the Spurs? AHHHHHH SOOKIE SOOKIE NOW.... :o :o :o
Folks, this shows that Spurs won't make it any further than the 2nd round (barring that they get past the Lakers if Lakers are 7th seed)...LOL!!
#carryon ;D 8)
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Folks, this shows that Spurs won't make it any further than the 2nd round (barring that they get past the Lakers if Lakers are 7th seed)...LOL!!
#carryon ;D 8)
Barring the Lakers make the playoffs at all.
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Barring the Lakers make the playoffs at all.
True...LOL!
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Tracy McGrady has signed to the Spurs? AHHHHHH SOOKIE SOOKIE NOW.... :o :o :o
i didn't know he was still playing ...
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This has to be the most exciting final night in NBA history. EVERYTHING is on the line in tonight's games. The playoffs essentially start tonight.
If I have my way, the results will be:
Lakers stay at 8.
Rockets at 7.
Golden State at 6.
As much as I would enjoy basking in the Lakers not making the playoffs, I think they'll make a greater push against OKC than Utah or Houston would. I need a banged up OKC in the Finals.
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This has to be the most exciting final night in NBA history. EVERYTHING is on the line in tonight's games. The playoffs essentially start tonight.
If I have my way, the results will be:
Lakers stay at 8.
Rockets at 7.
Golden State at 6.
As much as I would enjoy basking in the Lakers not making the playoffs, I think they'll make a greater push against OKC than Utah or Houston would. I need a banged up OKC in the Finals.
Honestly, Rockets scare me a little bit tonight but I'm hoping to God that Utah loses. Nothing would surprise me tonight. I'm also hoping Lakers get in as a 7th seed because they have a better chance of beating Spurs than OKC (even though I'd make the argument that OKC is weaker this season with Harden).
Again, it wouldn't surprise me at this point if Memphis, Clippers, OKC or even (wait for it.......) Lakers represent West in Finals but as we all know, Heat will win their 2nd title in a row (barring something crazy happeing in the east).
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Again, it wouldn't surprise me at this point if Memphis, Clippers, OKC or even (wait for it.......) Lakers represent West in Finals but as we all know, Heat will win their 2nd title in a row (barring something crazy happeing in the east).
You just can't bring yourself to type San Antonio, huh? You know you don't expect Memphis over my Spurs.
And Lakers are getting bounced first round regardless of who they play.
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You just can't bring yourself to type San Antonio, huh? You know you don't expect Memphis over my Spurs.
And Lakers are getting bounced first round regardless of who they play.
Memphis has the edge on Spurs right now. Heck, Clippers have the edge on Spurs right now. LOL!!
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Let us have a moment of silence for all Laker fans.
*bows head* :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
sorry about that yall :P
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Let us have a moment of silence for all Laker fans.
*bows head* :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
sorry about that yall :P
LOL!!!
Good news: Memphis is beating Utah by like 17 points with about 7-8 minute left so (unless Utah has a big comeback/Memphis slows down too much) it looks like Lakers will be getting in. Now I hope we get 7th seed to play Spurs.
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Lakers are in!! Now I hope we can beat Rockets so we can get Spurs in 1st round!
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We go from "Lakers are going to win the championship!!!" to "Lakers made the playoffs!!!"
Oh how the mighty have fallen.
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We go from "Lakers are going to win the championship!!!" to "Lakers made the playoffs!!!"
Oh how the mighty have fallen.
LOL! Yeah that's the talk of twitter...SMH!
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Let's get the playoffs rolling! Here are my predictions.
First and foremost, Miami Heat will win the title. The only competition that I think will give Miami a run for its money is Memphis and Clippers. I don't see any other team with a chance to take down Miami.
Eastern Conference:
(1) Miami vs (8) Milwaukee-Miami in 4
(2) Knicks vs (7) Boston-Knicks in 7
(3) Indiana vs (6) Atlanta-Indiana in 5
(4) Nets vs (5) Bulls-Bulls in 6
Western Conference:
(1) OKC vs (8) Houston-OKC in 6
(2) Spurs vs (7) Lakers-Lakers in 7 HAHAHA!!!
(3) Nuggets vs (6) Golden State-Golden State in 7
(4) Clippers vs (5) Memphis-Clippers in 7
What y'all think? LOL!!
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Let's get the playoffs rolling! Here are my predictions.
First and foremost, Miami Heat will win the title. The only competition that I think will give Miami a run for its money is Memphis and Clippers. I don't see any other team with a chance to take down Miami.
Eastern Conference:
(1) Miami vs (8) Milwaukee-Miami in 4
(2) Knicks vs (7) Boston-Knicks in 7
(3) Indiana vs (6) Atlanta-Indiana in 5
(4) Nets vs (5) Bulls-Bulls in 6
Western Conference:
(1) OKC vs (8) Houston-OKC in 6
(2) Spurs vs (7) Lakers-Lakers in 7 HAHAHA!!!
(3) Nuggets vs (6) Golden State-Golden State in 7
(4) Clippers vs (5) Memphis-Clippers in 7
What y'all think? LOL!!
Some further thoughts on each series:
1. Miami is winning it all. Milwaukee is below 500. Nothing else needs to be added.
2. It would not surprise me at all if Celtics ended up winning series but I think homecourt will be the blessing for the Knicks. I am concerned about Knicks being so relient on 3 point shooting as I do not think that is a championship formula.
3. Indiana has good defense. Hawks are just not consistent enough.
4. I'm not sold on Brooklyn as a formible contender. Bulls' defense to me will be the difference.
5. Rockets are an interesting team but their defense and shot-selection is questionable. I'm not sure how far OKC will go but they'll squeak by Rockets.
6. IF Lakers play B- defense they will beat Spurs. Spurs have little momentum coming into the playoffs. It's going to be close but I'm giving Lakers a chance to get to round 2.
7. Denver's injuries will cost them against Golden State. If it wasn't for that I'd pick Denver.
8. I have Clippers getting to the Finals but Memphis is pretty good and is in my mind a dark horse contender. I just gotta stay with Clippers because I'm pretty convinced (and maybe I'm crazy...LOL) they can get to the Finals.
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Let's just skip over everything and get to the Finals because there's no real competition for the Heat this year.
There may be some excitement in the Celtics vs Knicks game because KG and Carmelo have beef with each other. Other than that, the Heat will win the championship in 4 games.
*yawns and goes back to sleep*
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Let's just skip over everything and get to the Finals because there's no real competition for the Heat this year.
There may be some excitement in the Celtics vs Knicks game because KG and Carmelo have beef with each other. Other than that, the Heat will win the championship in 4 games.
*yawns and goes back to sleep*
LOL!!!
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That Warriors vs Nuggets game was AWESOME!!! I mean that was a very exciting, well played game.
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That Warriors vs Nuggets game was AWESOME!!! I mean that was a very exciting, well played game.
Absolutely! I kind of wonder what the Lee injury will do in terms of Golden State's chances.
Also, Knicks/Celtics was good! I think Melo has to do a little less 1 on 1 if they want to dominate the series that I think will go to 7.
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I still don't think Brooklyn is a legit title team but either they are that good or they are exposing the Bulls' offensive weaknesses. I had Bulls in 6 but uh....yeah...
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I hope we play the Spurs, they said. We'll beat those old guys, they said.
Series: 1-0, San Antonio. #pow
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They should be hung for showing this Bucks vs Heat game on television. Sheeesh!!!! ::) ::) ::)
I still don't think Brooklyn is a legit title team but either they are that good or they are exposing the Bulls' offensive weaknesses. I had Bulls in 6 but uh....yeah...
Anybody can beat the Bulls if they play like they played last night. They just aren't a team that could win a series without Rose. The Bulls need to put another legitimate scoring threat next to Rose so they can try again next year.
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I hope we play the Spurs, they said. We'll beat those old guys, they said.
Series: 1-0, San Antonio. #pow
The Spurs will not win it all buddy!!!
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The Spurs will not win it all buddy!!!
And the Lakers won't win AT all.
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I hope we play the Spurs, they said. We'll beat those old guys, they said.
Series: 1-0, San Antonio. #pow
Just one game sir....LOL!! They should be hung for showing this Bucks vs Heat game on television. Sheeesh!!!! ::) ::) ::)
Anybody can beat the Bulls if they play like they played last night. They just aren't a team that could win a series without Rose. The Bulls need to put another legitimate scoring threat next to Rose so they can try again next year.
1. Bucks actually hung in there a little bit......until the 3rd and 4h quarter...LOL! You know Miami is good when Milwaukee can have an effective backcourt and still be losing...SMH! LOL!
2. Yeah I was stunned by the Bulls' performance. Absolutely terrrible!
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What did the Bobcats expect? Contention for the 8th seed? They fire their coach just after 1 season. Maybe they regretted the hire or expected more. Idk.
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Just one game sir....LOL!!
Annnnnnnnnd now it's two.
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fat lady hasn't song yet ....
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I can't believe that Mike Brown went back to the Cavs after they fired him in 2010?!?!? ?/?
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That's just wrong man! :D :D :D :D :D :D
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I can't believe that Mike Brown went back to the Cavs after they fired him in 2010?!?!? ?/?
I'm glad. I don't think Brown deserved to be fired from the beginning. I'm glad he didn't burn the bridge.
My other NBA playoff thoughts:
1. Lakers are done. I give up. All these doggone injuries. Let's just let Spurs sweep and prepare for what may be the most interesting offseason Lakers have had in about 13 years.
2. I took Clippers in 7 mainly because 1) I think they'll represent West in Finals and 2) homecourt advantage.
3. Bucks are basically done. They never had a chance.
4. Looks like Knicks/Celtics series will end in 5.
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I'm glad. I don't think Brown deserved to be fired from the beginning. I'm glad he didn't burn the bridge.
My other NBA playoff thoughts:
1. Lakers are done. I give up. All these doggone injuries. Let's just let Spurs sweep and prepare for what may be the most interesting offseason Lakers have had in about 13 years.
2. I took Clippers in 7 mainly because 1) I think they'll represent West in Finals and 2) homecourt advantage.
3. Bucks are basically done. They never had a chance.
4. Looks like Knicks/Celtics series will end in 5.
Dan Gilbert is full of chicken crap to me. Mike Brown took the high road but I would have taken another road and went somewhere else. :-X
As I said before, let's just go on to the finals and get it over with. The Heat will win it all either way. I want to see an NBA season where you have no idea who's going to win it all. BTJM
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Dan Gilbert is full of chicken crap to me. Mike Brown took the high road but I would have taken another road and went somewhere else. :-X
As I said before, let's just go on to the finals and get it over with. The Heat will win it all either way. I want to see an NBA season where you have no idea who's going to win it all. BTJM
I disagree I want to see a few years where one team is uber dominate ... that way when David Meets Goliath the storyline is more interesting
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I'm kind of with Chevonee. I want a situation where you don't know who's going to win the title. Speaking of which, I think the West has opened up even more...SMH!
It's being reported that Russell Westbrook will have to have surgery (torn meniscus) and no timetable is being announced. If he's having it now, I think you can say goodbye to OKC getting to Finals which opens up the West more which also will confirm what I've been saying: Clippers will get to the Finals!
What a turn of events!
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Celtics are down 3-0 and as everyone knows, no team in NBA history has ever won a playoff series after being down 3-0. A lot of talk is going on about whether it's time for Celtics to rebuild. Now it's time for the Lakers to play and honestly, I'm kind of hoping we go ahead and lose the next 2 games and get on with the offseason.
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Now it's time for the Lakers to play and honestly, I'm kind of hoping we go ahead and lose the next 2 games and get on with the offseason.
Don't worry, y'all will.
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Don't worry, y'all will.
LOL!! Well thanks for the encouragement! LOL!
Well, that Bulls/Nets series is kind of going the way I expected it too. For some reason I wasn't sold on Brooklyn and had Chicago in 6. It could still go that way. I agree with commentators who say that the Nets are one player away.
Without Westbrook, I can't see OKC getting to the Finals. It's either going to be Spurs, Clippers or Memphis. Denver and Golden State don't have the defense (even though it looks like the league is becoming offense-happy) to truly contend (even though I had Denver as a dark horse).
Today could end 3 series: Celtics are down 3-0, Lakers are down 3-0 and hopefully will be relieved of their suffering today and Bucks are down 3-0.
Let's go!
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Well, the Spurs are about to finally put Los Angeles out of their misery. Good riddance.
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My face as I watch the Lakers get SWEPT, DISMANTLED and OBLITERATED by my Spurs...
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The following people won't be seen in this thread again until next season:
1. Nessa
2. Cordney
3. The Lakers-fan half of Bennet (the Miami Heat half may still appear)
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My face as I watch the Lakers get SWEPT, DISMANTLED and OBLITERATED by my Spurs...
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The following people won't be seen in this thread again until next season:
1. Nessa
2. Cordney
3. The Lakers-fan half of Bennet (the Miami Heat half may still appear)
SMH!!! I'm no fan of Miami. I just think they are the best team...LOL!!
But congrats to Spurs for relieving Lakers of their suffering. Not going to make a prediction yet but the Spurs vs winner of Golden State/Denver series is going to be great! I think it'll go to 6 or 7.
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not suprised about the gay athelete they (media and LGBT groups) have been working on this for a while
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I'm disappointed in the Clippers. I have them getting to the Finals and then 1) Blake gets hurt 2) supporting cast fails (only 2 players in double digits of points last night). We'll see if they can force a game 7 but it looks like this: Randolph and Gasol are playing well = Clipps having no chance.
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"It's lonely in the 2nd round" -Spurs
"It's lonely at home." -Lakers
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Anybody giving Celtics & Rockets a chance to overcome the wall of a 3-0 series deficit? I am for Celtics.
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I'm disappointed in the Clippers. I have them getting to the Finals and then 1) Blake gets hurt 2) supporting cast fails (only 2 players in double digits of points last night). We'll see if they can force a game 7 but it looks like this: Randolph and Gasol are playing well = Clipps having no chance.
Yeah to me, the Clippers have the best team top to bottom. It's like they are playing with two starting 5's. I just don't know what to say for those guys.
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Yeah to me, the Clippers have the best team top to bottom. It's like they are playing with two starting 5's. I just don't know what to say for those guys.
On paper, yes but it seems like defense, lack of shooting and potentially the inexperience of the coach could be the nail in the coffin. Idk. Not a fan of unemployment but I still think VDN (head coach) will be fired if Clipps lose in 1st or 2nd round.
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Not totally surprised (maybe for different reasons) but Golden State is 12 minutes away from the upset (not really an upset because there were 6 50+ wins teams). I can't believe Denver fouled with less than a second left in the 3rd quarter.
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Golden State better correct those rookie mistakes quick or they're going to be this year's version of last year's Clippers (exposed and swept by the Spurs in the second round).
I like GSW, though. They're an exciting young team.
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Golden State hasn't won in San Antonio since 1997. :o
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Golden State hasn't won in San Antonio since 1997. :o
Yeah that's stunning...SMH!!
Golden State better correct those rookie mistakes quick or they're going to be this year's version of last year's Clippers (exposed and swept by the Spurs in the second round).
I like GSW, though. They're an exciting young team.
Totally agree. Will give my prediction a little later.
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Predictions for tonight's games:
Knicks/Celtics-Celtics win in a close game forcing game 7.
Indiana/Atlanta-Indy closes out the series.
OKC/Houston-Houston wins in 4OT to force game 7.
Clippers/Memphis-Clippers win on a shot by CP3 to force game 7 in LA.
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http://sports.yahoo.com/news/kobe-bryant-battles-mom-nj-140304297--spt.html (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/kobe-bryant-battles-mom-nj-140304297--spt.html)
Kobe's Mom is trying to hawk his stuff.
A millionaire son shouldn't have such issues going on.
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What an effort by Boston. Not surprised by it at all, which is one of the reasons why I felt that series would go to 7. But congrats to Celtics for playing hard (reflective of great coaching) but congrats also to the Knicks for finally get out of the 1st round. Knicks play Indy and I won't make a prediction yet (will tomorrow) but if Indy can get the offense together....idk. I think Indy is the elite team defensively.
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Well, it looks like EVERYBODY in Los Angeles will have some free time. :D
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Well, it looks like EVERYBODY in Los Angeles will have some free time. :D
Where do I start? SMH!!
1. I'm totally disappointed in the Clippers. On paper they should be #1 or #2 best team in the West and maybe #3 team in the NBA. CP3, Blake + the deepest bench should be pretty much a championship caliber team. Not a fan of unemployment but I don't think Vinny will survive. To lose earlier than last year with an arguably championship team is unacceptable.
2. Memphis to me becomes the favorite to get to the Finals. Spurs will be tough out (along with GS and OKC but OKC to me becomes the worst team left).
Miscellaneous prediction:
-I picked Bulls in 6 but their offense is too questionable so my head says Nets win tonight but my heart says Bulls.
Ok, now to the semifinals predictions:
-Spurs vs Golden State. Sorry TJ but I'm going to say Golden State shocks Spurs in 7.
-Memphis vs OKC. Memphis wins the series in 6.
-Knicks vs. Indy. One of the toughest (outside of Spurs/GS) to predict. Indy has the better defense but Knicks have the better offense. I'm going to *gulp* go with Indiana to pull it off in 7. This series is a tossup though.
-Heat vs Bulls/Nets. Doesn't matter because Heat will win that series. If they face Bulls it ends in 5. If they face Nets it ends in 6.
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-Spurs vs Golden State. Sorry TJ but I'm going to say Golden State shocks Spurs in 7.
I'm surprised.
^ That was me being sarcastic.
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Bulls are playing like they want it more. Leading by 17 at halftime 61-44. I agree with commentators who believe Brooklyn needs one more piece before taken seriously as a title contender.
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Well the Bulls beat the Nets and advance to play Miami. I picked Bulls in 6 because Brooklyn just didn't appeal to me as a contender. Like Kerr is saying, they're 1-2 players away from true contention. Bulls were not the best team on paper tonight but played like it (like Memphis last night against Clippers). If Rose was playing and Bulls were fully healthy I'd give them a very good chance to upset the eventual champions. Very fun series! Hope Bulls play like they did when they ended the 27 game winning streak.
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Didn't see any NBA action (CS coming up in CS thread) but 2 main thoughts:
1. Grizz losing today doesn't bother me at all.
2. If Pacers get offense going they will beat Knicks. #thatisall
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Ok, I have a question:
Why does it matter whether Lebron was a unanimous MVP or not? To me, all that matters is that he was voted MVP (even though the MVP award is based on interpretation of "most valuable"). Whether he was voted unanimous or not to me is a petty issue. #thatisall
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I'm watching Stephen A Smith on First Take and brought up that there's a rumor about a deal between Boston and Clippers. Clippers trade Griffin, Bledsoe and Butler to Boston for KG, Pierce and coach Doc Rivers. That to me would put Clippers as favorite in the West next season. That would be stunning to me if that was to happen. I don't know if it will but still...
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I don't know where you heard that, but coaches don't get traded. LOL
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I'm watching Stephen A Smith on First Take and brought up that there's a rumor about a deal between Boston and Clippers. Clippers trade Griffin, Bledsoe and Butler to Boston for KG, Pierce and coach Doc Rivers. That to me would put Clippers as favorite in the West next season. That would be stunning to me if that was to happen. I don't know if it will but still...
Teams can trade coaches?
And I don't like that deal for the Clippers. KG is on his last legs and I don't know how much Pierce has left in the tank. The Clippers are still a young team. They have time to build.
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Trading coaches?
"Look at these rumors, confronting me everyday, I just need some time, some time to get away, from all these rumors I can't take it no more..............."
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Well Del Negro would be fired...LOL
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Wow!! Who saw this? Undermanned Bulls 24 seconds away from stealing game 1 in Miami. They lead 91-86 with about 24 seconds left...WOW!!
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Wow!! Who saw this? Undermanned Bulls 24 seconds away from stealing game 1 in Miami. They lead 91-86 with about 24 seconds left...WOW!!
Bulls take game 1 93-86. It may be the only game they win in this series but I'm impressed! I feel like Lebron started too slow and it cost them at the end. What a message to send to Miami!
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Didn't get to see the end of GS/Spurs but my Lord, Spurs are for real, especially if Parker and Ginobili (I think I misspelled his name) are healthy.
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That was a crazy game! My Spurs pulled it out of nowhere, though. That was pure willpower. For GS, you have to wonder what a loss like that does to a young team's psyche.
On the flipside, I'm starting to think Steph Curry is my favorite player besides Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili. That dude is like magic. He's making the jump shot exciting again.
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Well we have 2 of our conference finals teams in place. Heat finish depleted Bulls in 5 and Grizzlies finish OKC (without Westbrook) in 5. Not surprised at either even though Memphis kind of had an advantage with Westbrook out. How possible is a Heat/Grizzlies Finals? I say highly probable (even though I think Pacers (assuming they finish Knicks tomorrow or whenever they play) will force Heat to game 7).
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The media ( for a while) have been dumping on Russel Westbrook saying that he was taking shots away from KD. I guess this series with Memphis shows how much he actually helps the thunder. He also allows KD to get more open looks ( or at least not face as many double and triple teams). I bet the thunder have known this for a while (otherwise he would have sat the bench a lot more often). I think his only issue is maintaining his emotions during the course of a game.
I hope Nate robinson gets a long term deal with somebody. I am betting that if Hinrichs and Rose come back healthy, his minutes are gonna get eliminated. He should be on someone's roster getting 6th man minutes at least ( if not starting). I can't lie I am 5'9 myself so I love both his and Isaiah Thomas ( and Chris Paul's) games. Way to represent for the little guys.
Honestly, if Indiana can slow the game down to their pace, I think they have a good shot of beating the Heat. If the heat make it past Indiana, they going to be in trouble again if Memphis makes it to the finals. the heat have problems with teams that have scoring big men, and both Indiana and memphis can score from the inside. Guard play from memphis has been outstanding as well, so its going to be a very interesting conference conference finals series.
I bet the heat are hoping that the spurs make it past memphis. Assuming they beat Indiana.
Jlewis
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The western conference finals are set. San Antonio Spurs vs Memphis Grizzlies. This has all the makings of an old school grind it out series. While the Spurs will probably be a slight favorite in this series, I'm going to go with Memphis in 6. I believe Memphis will win 1 game in SA, then win games 3 and 4 in Memphis, lose game 5 in San Antoino and then close it out in Memphis for game 6. I would not be surprised if this series went to 7 or if the Spurs win but my heart and kind of my head says it's the Grizzlies' time. Grizzlies in 6.
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who is easier for the heat to beat?
Spurs or grizzlies?
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who is easier for the heat to beat?
Spurs or grizzlies?
Honestly neither because Spurs have chemistry, great coaching and great efficiency. Grizzlies can exploit Miami's weakness of size and rebounding. I'd say Spurs but it's a draw for real.
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Pacers close out Knicks in 6. Not surprised at all. I have a hard time believing in a time that lives and dies on jumpshots. Chandler and Martin were fouled out. No post game. It's hard to contend for a title without a good post game.
Indiana vs Miami in eastern conference finals. This series depends on Miami's defense and Indiana's offense. Wherever the weakness is will allow the other team the chance to win. I'll say Miami in 7. I think each team will win their games at home. If Pacers still a game in Miami they'll win the series. A lot of the series will also depend on Wade's health. Again, Miami in 7 because there's no excuse for them not to make the finals.
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And now the most surprising coaching move of the offseason (sarcasm folks), Clippers will not renew Vinny Del Negro for another contract. I hate that he's not employed but I just felt like Clippers were good enough to at least get to the conference finals. And it's official that in Clipper land it's championship or bust next season (even though their best chance to get a title was probably this year with the continued rise of OKC, Denver, Warriors, and maybe Lakers along with the Spurs always being in the conversation). Vinny's situation was one in which Clippers were rising not because of him but in spite of him. It'll be interesting to see what this team looks like next year and who the coach will be.
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Either we underestimated the Spurs' ability to get to the NBA Finals or we overhyped Memphis. I think the lack of offense is going to kill Memphis. If I don't see any improvements I'm going to say this series in 5. I'll still say Memphis in 6 because it's possible they make it a series but from what I'm seeing it's not looking good.
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Either we underestimated the Spurs' ability to get to the NBA Finals or we overhyped Memphis. I think the lack of offense is going to kill Memphis. If I don't see any improvements I'm going to say this series in 5. I'll still say Memphis in 6 because it's possible they make it a series but from what I'm seeing it's not looking good.
Completely agree. I think Tiago Splitter is really showing his value in this series. Tim Duncan is proving he still has life in his legs and Tony Parker is showing that Connely can't guard him.
Tonight we will see if Indiana is all hype against the heat.
Jlewis
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M-V-P! M-V-P! M-V-P!
LeBron showed why he should have gotten a unanimous vote.
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The heat won, but indiana played a great game. End of game heroics were neccessary for the heat to pull that game out. This is gonna be a great Eastern conference finals. I am actually pulling for Miami, but man Indiana is a tough matchup for us.
Jlewis
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Indy wins game 2 and now we have a series. To think that Indiana should really be up 2-0 heading home is a scary thought. Yes, could of should of would of doesn't matter but that thought is mind-boggling on its own. My prediction is Miami and Indiana will both win a game in Indana. So it'll be 2-2 heading back to Miami. I can't see Miami losing both games in Indiana even though Indiana is pretty tough at home. I'd be stunned. I have Heat in 7 but now I'm beginning to believe if Pacers had Granger I'd lean towards Pacers in 7. Pacers are showing us that the post game still matters in the league.
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Looks like Memphis was overhyped and/or things just worked out for them to get to conference finals (OKC w/o Westbrook and Clippers with injured ankle & lack of something). Spurs up 3-0 and it looks like (unless Memphis does what no team has ever done: come back from 3-0 deficit) Spurs will get a chance for ring #5. If I'm the Spurs I'm pulling hard for Indiana. If Miami wins that series, I still think Miami wins it all but it'll go to 7 and be a classic (kind of like Lakers/Celtics in 2010). If Indiana gets the upset, Spurs will win their 5th title in 6 games.
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Miami wins that series, I still think Miami wins it all but it'll go to 7 and be a classic (kind of like Lakers/Celtics in 2010).
"Lakers will beat Spurs in 6"
Spurs win in 4.
"Golden State will beat Spurs in 7."
Spurs win in 6.
"Memphis will beat Spurs in 6."
Monday, Spurs will win in 4.
So your prediction that Miami will win in 7 pretty much guarantees that we will get our fifth championship. Let the celebration begin! 8) :)
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"Lakers will beat Spurs in 6"
Spurs win in 4.
"Golden State will beat Spurs in 7."
Spurs win in 6.
"Memphis will beat Spurs in 6."
Monday, Spurs will win in 4.
So your prediction that Miami will win in 7 pretty much guarantees that we will get our fifth championship. Let the celebration begin! 8) :)
Oh gosh, maybe I should give up my title as NBA Chief Analyst or whatever title I gave myself. Btw, if y'all end up winning title #5 you can thank injuries because OKC should be playing y'all and Kobe was out and with Kobe Lakers would of had slight chance. Y'all got the breaks.
But for real though, Spurs should be respected. They are in it almost every single year...SMH!!
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wisdom only works for so long in the nba eventually the spurs will be too old
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Congrats to the Spurs!! The bottom line is they are heading to the Finals but they've caught a lot of breaks. It was suppose to be Lakers/OKC for a trip to the Finals and then injuries/age/lack of effort caught up. Denver also was disappointing. It's just amazing how every year we count Spurs out and some how they are still in contention.
Assuming Miami finishes Spurs I say Miami wins the title in 7 (I've got to stay consistent even though I'm having a bad year) but the finals will be a coin toss (as I've said already but felt like saying for emphasis). I also think this finals trip (assuming Miami makes it) will be their toughest road to the ring besides Detroit in 2005. I'm just amazed and most likely I'll be rooting for Spurs because of Duncan and how humble he is.
Wow! These playoffs have been amazing with so many breaks and things....WOW!
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We will see a game 7 in Miami as Indy beats Miami Heat aka Miami Cavaliers 91-77. To me all of the pressure is on Miami. The supporting cast must step up if Miami wants to get to their 3rd consecutive finals appearance. I predicted Miami would win in 7 but the way they're playing scares me a little. Spurs have the advantage all over the place (even though they'll be a little rusty). I don't think I'm stunned this series is going to 7 but I'm more stunned at how Miami's supporting cast has failed to show up consistently.
Game 7 Monday in Miami! Ready!
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I personally don't see either of these teams beating the Spurs. I wouldn't be surprised if San Antonio swept the Finals.
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I personally don't see either of these teams beating the Spurs. I wouldn't be surprised if San Antonio swept the Finals.
Y'all should still be pulling for Indy. Miami will take the finals to 7 (for now still predicting they'd win) but y'all can put Pacers away in 5 or 6.
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Y'all should still be pulling for Indy. Miami will take the finals to 7 (for now still predicting they'd win) but y'all can put Pacers away in 5 or 6.
So, in other words, you're saying we'll beat Miami in 5? Sounds good to me.
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So, in other words, you're saying we'll beat Miami in 5? Sounds good to me.
Nope! Even if y'all win it's going to 7.
In other news, Lionel Hollins may not return to Memphis. Difference philosophies being cited. http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/grizzlies/2013/06/02/memphis-grizzlies-lionel-hollins-can-talk-to-other-teams/2382709/ (http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/grizzlies/2013/06/02/memphis-grizzlies-lionel-hollins-can-talk-to-other-teams/2382709/)
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Nope! Even if y'all win it's going to 7.
In other news, Lionel Hollins may not return to Memphis. Difference philosophies being cited. [url]http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/grizzlies/2013/06/02/memphis-grizzlies-lionel-hollins-can-talk-to-other-teams/2382709/[/url] ([url]http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/grizzlies/2013/06/02/memphis-grizzlies-lionel-hollins-can-talk-to-other-teams/2382709/[/url])
Should say different philosophies.
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I personally don't see either of these teams beating the Spurs. I wouldn't be surprised if San Antonio swept the Finals.
even if the spurs could sweep them ... the commionish still needs to make money so it will go to 6-7 games
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oh shoot ... maybe i spoke too soon
years where the finals were swept
1959
1971
1975
1983
1989
1995
2002
2007
not counting 1959 the average number of years between a team being swept is 6.
2007 + 6 = ...2013
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A few things so far about Game 7 Indy/Miami:
1. Miami is returning to what made them the overwhelming favorite to win it all: defense and the supporting cast stepping up.
2. Turnovers are killing Indiana.
3. In conjunction with point 1, if the supporting cast steps up for Miami, this game is over.
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Hibbert just got foul #5 and 1:46 in the 3rd quarter. To me this may be the turning point for this game.
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game over, pacers will rally but the game is over
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game over, pacers will rally but the game is over
Yep! It was over when Hibbert and George got their 5th foul each (and George is out now).
Miami Heat will be in their 3rd straight finals appearance taking on the San Antonio Spurs.
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so will the finals be a repeat of 2007?
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so will the finals be a repeat of 2007?
Yep, with a much-improved Lebron James and an older but still smart Spurs team.
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Mark my words, Gregg Popovich and my San Antonio Spurs will methodically BREAK DOWN the Miami Heat. We do not lose in the Finals.
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Mark my words, Gregg Popovich and my San Antonio Spurs will methodically BREAK DOWN the Miami Heat. We do not lose in the Finals.
I like the confidence! ;D
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Mark my words, Gregg Popovich and my San Antonio Spurs will methodically BREAK DOWN the Miami Heat. We do not lose in the Finals.
my dad used to say the same about me ... then he got to old and I just run circles around him on the court
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Denver fires George Karl. Karl wanted a contract extension but ownership wasn't prepared to give it to him and Karl didn't want to be a lame duck coach so they decided to let him go.
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come on heat we doing all this fouling and only barely winning ...
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not even a spurs fan ... but i might have to get a tony parker jersey one day
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Spurs take game 1 of the 2013 NBA Finals 92-88. Spurs had only 4 TOs....4!! If you're Indy, you've got to be mad you let an opportunity go via so many turnovers. I mean Pacers should have won their series 4-2. But it doesn't matter now, I was just thinking. Anyway, Spurs look good and again Miami's supporting cast must step up! DWade looked good for what I saw but laid down in the 2nd half. Idk. I don't take game 1 that serious. Game 2 is the game I'll definitely be paying attention to. If you're Miami you don't want to go to San Antonio down 0-2. All Spurs would have to do is win 2 out of 3 in San Antonio and it's done.
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I don't know which is more thrilling to watch: San Antonio's offense when it's hitting on all cylinders, or Miami's defense. Both were on dynamic display last night. It almost made me not care who won. Both teams are so unselfish on both sides of the ball. It's how the game is supposed to be played. I'm glad the finals came down to these two teams.
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Can a player be too unselfish? LeBron looked like he couldn't wait to get that ball out his hands last night.
18 assist for a player of his caliber? It seems like a bit much to me.
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Can a player be too unselfish? LeBron looked like he couldn't wait to get that ball out his hands last night.
18 assist for a player of his caliber? It seems like a bit much to me.
To me, that's what makes him so great. He wasn't afraid to shoot the ball last night. Leonard gave him problems when he posted up, but instead of forcing bad shots, he sent the ball to the open player. He only had 10 assists, though, but messed around and got a triple-double. Miami didn't lose because he shot too little, in my opinion.
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Can a player be too unselfish? LeBron looked like he couldn't wait to get that ball out his hands last night.
18 assist for a player of his caliber? It seems like a bit much to me.
I kind of agree.
To me, that's what makes him so great. He wasn't afraid to shoot the ball last night. Leonard gave him problems when he posted up, but instead of forcing bad shots, he sent the ball to the open player. He only had 10 assists, though, but messed around and got a triple-double. Miami didn't lose because he shot too little, in my opinion.
I agree with you too. As I've been saying, this series rises and falls on the supporting cast of Miami. If they are on fire this series is a wrap.
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this is why I love the finals only the best play
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man i fell asleep during the game during the 3rd quarter when the spurs where either tied or leading by a point. when I woke up the heat had like a 20 point lead ... can someone explain to me what happened?
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man i fell asleep during the game during the 3rd quarter when the spurs where either tied or leading by a point. when I woke up the heat had like a 20 point lead ... can someone explain to me what happened?
I'm sure Sportscenter would be more than happy to do so. Or, Google. ;D
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man i fell asleep during the game during the 3rd quarter when the spurs where either tied or leading by a point. when I woke up the heat had like a 20 point lead ... can someone explain to me what happened?
One word: blueprint. The supporting cast stepped up, Lebron did his job, Spurs continued turning the ball over and that's that. I said it on twitter last night: last night was the blueprint to Miami's repeat title. When the supporting cast is on fire, Miami is unstoppable!
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To me, that's what makes him so great. He wasn't afraid to shoot the ball last night. Leonard gave him problems when he posted up, but instead of forcing bad shots, he sent the ball to the open player. He only had 10 assists, though, but messed around and got a triple-double. Miami didn't lose because he shot too little, in my opinion.
You are right he only had 10 assists. Ten assists is good. I guess points are points no matter from whence they cometh. However those turnovers late in the game trying to make an assist or "the right play", as in that all-star game turnover are starting to stand out.
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You are right he only had 10 assists. Ten assists is good. I guess points are points no matter from whence they cometh. However those turnovers late in the game trying to make an assist or "the right play", as in that all-star game turnover are starting to stand out.
I guess it's fair to fault a bad pass just as much as it is to praise a good one. My problem with the way people analyze LeBron is they comment on the fact that he passes instead of shooting. The criticisms usually come when the person he passes to misses the shot. It's not LeBron's fault the person missed the shot. Why not criticize the player for missing the shot, as opposed to criticizing LeBron for passing it?
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Bottom line- Heat in 6 ;D
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Lionel Hollins out in Memphis. According to what I read it boiled down to the team feeling like he "is not prepared to foster the sort of collaborative relationship that the Grizzlies' new management team want to have with their coach." Ok, but here's the thing: the management wanted Hollins to embrace the statistics-heavy approach and he's more of a "gut" guy. Who's the one not willing to collaborate? Both? Maybe, but still. The record speaks for itself.
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Lionel Hollins out in Memphis. According to what I read it boiled down to the team feeling like he "is not prepared to foster the sort of collaborative relationship that the Grizzlies' new management team want to have with their coach." Ok, but here's the thing: the management wanted Hollins to embrace the statistics-heavy approach and he's more of a "gut" guy. Who's the one not willing to collaborate? Both? Maybe, but still. The record speaks for itself.
That's a dawg gone shame. ::) I don't know what's going on in the NBA these days, good coaches are being fired or let go for trivial reasons. Maybe it's just me. *shrug*
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SONNNNNNNNN....I almost spoke in another language watching my Spurs play tonight!!!!! As long as I've been watching them play, that was UNDOUBTEDLY one of the BEST performances I've ever seen from them. My face hurts from smiling so hard. Danny Green and Gary Neal have left me speechless. Unforgettable night. This championship is ours.
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wow ...
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I guess it's fair to fault a bad pass just as much as it is to praise a good one. My problem with the way people analyze LeBron is they comment on the fact that he passes instead of shooting. The criticisms usually come when the person he passes to misses the shot. It's not LeBron's fault the person missed the shot. Why not criticize the player for missing the shot, as opposed to criticizing LeBron for passing it?
Because, in the mind of the media, the 'great' ones take the shot, not pass it up.
Not saying it's right, just sayin' it is what it is. *kanyeshrug*
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CS: Between a rock and a hard place... I loathe the Heat, love Tim Duncan since Wake Forest, but don't know if I can take a year of Tizzy's gloating... smh... #1stworldproblems
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CS: Between a rock and a hard place... I loathe the Heat, love Tim Duncan since Wake Forest, but don't know if I can take a year of Tizzy's gloating... smh... #1stworldproblems
And gloat I shall!!!! In fact, let me get a head start...
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Delete the last post I put up please. Thanks!
Because, in the mind of the media, the 'great' ones take the shot, not pass it up.
Not saying it's right, just sayin' it is what it is. *kanyeshrug*
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CS: Between a rock and a hard place... I loathe the Heat, love Tim Duncan since Wake Forest, but don't know if I can take a year of Tizzy's gloating... smh... #1stworldproblems
LOL!!! I'm going for Spurs mainly because of Duncan.
And gloat I shall!!!! In fact, let me get a head start...
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Man, you need to wait until Thursday! Heat gonna win game 4. #hopeimright #hopeimright
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Jason Kidd done got him a job! http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/9378352/brooklyn-nets-hire-jason-kidd-sources (http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/9378352/brooklyn-nets-hire-jason-kidd-sources)
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=GKh8Zq6zhRc#! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=GKh8Zq6zhRc#!)
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I'm happy for J Kidd. I liked him as a player. I hope his transition into coaching is a smooth one.
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I'm happy for J Kidd. I liked him as a player. I hope his transition into coaching is a smooth one.
I'm happy for him too but I wish he would have went to a better team. D Williams seems to be a coach killer and don't get me started on the rest of that roster. The names are there but the grit and determination seems to be lacking, especially in the playoffs. BTJM
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I'm happy for him too but I wish he would have went to a better team. D Williams seems to be a coach killer and don't get me started on the rest of that roster. The names are there but the grit and determination seems to be lacking, especially in the playoffs. BTJM
I feel like coaching is the difference between this team being average and a title contender. Hopefully Kidd can bring that coaching that's missing but we'll see.
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DWade is playing like a mad man. He's played like he definitely knew that the season and title was on the line tonight. Spurs not doing well in terms of taking care of ball. Miami's Big 3 is playing like the team that I still think will win the title in 7. Game 5 is going to be the must win for both teams because I feel like whoever is up 3-2 going to Miami will most likely win the title, however someone made a good point that game 5 is more critical for Spurs because I agree with the logic that Spurs will not win 2 in Miami.
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The Big Three showed up last night! It was really nice to see D Wade return to form. He was, by far, the most active player on the floor last night. He was all over the place! I loved it when he blocked Duncan's shot and then the commercial aired with him blocking Durant's shot. lol. I think the Heat has regained their fire (no pun intended). I think it's over for San Antonio.
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At this point, it's all on the heat. If they are really hungry and want another championship they can get it. The only way San Antonio wins is that the Heat don't play they are able to play. With those guys you never know.
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At this point, it's all on the heat. If they are really hungry and want another championship they can get it. The only way San Antonio wins is that the Heat don't play they are able to play. With those guys you never know.
I agree but I also think it's on Parker and Ginobili. Both have to be playing at a very high level. But yeah I agree, it's Miami's title to lose.
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Parker played at a very high level most of the game. Problem is, the Miami D played higher (literally). Blocked shots abounded!
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Parker played at a very high level most of the game. Problem is, the Miami D played higher (literally). Blocked shots abounded!
Absolutely!
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Here we go with Game 5. A must win for both teams but especially for Spurs. If Miami wins tonight, it's a wrap for the Spurs. If Spurs win, anything is possible. My prediction is that Miami wins in a close one...*sigh*
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Spurs are one win away from their 5th NBA Title! Spurs lead the series 3-2. I can't have Spurs win this title as I know SirTJ would never let me live this down! This would be my worst year as the LGM NBA Analyst...SMH! I said Miami in 7, said Miami would win it all from day 1 and I'm going down with the ship.
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so will mental fatigue start to set in for some players?
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so will mental fatigue start to set in for some players?
I sure hope it does for Danny Green! Dude has been ridiculous from the 3-point line!
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I think Danny Green should get the MVP cause otherwise i think this series would be over
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I think Danny Green should get the MVP cause otherwise i think this series would be over
I agree!
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Halfway through the 3rd quarter of game 6 of the NBA Finals (Miami trailing by 6), here are my conclusions:
1. Duncan is hungry for the title tonight!
2. Lebron is just not playing to the level he needs to play.
3. The only way Miami wins tonight at this point is defense, defense and defense!
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Spurs lead Heat 75-65. Are Spurs 12 minutes away from a 5th title or is Miami 12 minutes away from extending series to a game 7? Stay tuned!
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Overtime in Miami, tied at 95!
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Wow!! Miami wins Game 6 103-100 in OT. Spurs virtually gave this game and maybe their best chance for a title away. Missed FTs and potentially some missed calls cost Spurs this game. I've said Miami in 7 at beginning of these Finals and I said Miami to win it all from day 1 of this season. I'm going down with the ship! I think Spurs gave up their best hope for the title tonight. Can Spurs win game 7? Of course, but Game 7 rises and falls on Lebron's play and Miami's defense. If Lebron plays aggressive throughout entire game and Miami's defense is on point for 48 minutes, Miami repeats. Green and Ginobili must play better for Spurs to have any chance.
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Only a Game 7 win can heal the pain I feel tonight. :(
I've never been this deflated after a game. So many things went wrong I don't even know where to begin. Manu Ginobili has seriously VEXED me this whole series, but tonight was probably the icing on the cake. I never thought I'd see the day where I question Pop's competency, but whatever is driving him to keep Manu Ginobili in the game after EIGHT FRIGGIN TURNOVERS is beyond me. Manu has become a CANCER to this team. I cringe every time he touches the ball.
The only silver lining is this: Parker, Green and Neal did not play well. Three stars not playing well and we still, for all intents and purposes, won the game. They will play better in Game 7.
In the meantime, I'm going to bed with a heavy heart.
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And as much as I abhor going here, something must be said about this officiating. They dipped their hand in the cookie jar a few too many times. From stopping us from advancing the ball with five seconds left in regulation to the two CLEAR fouls that were NOT called in the final seconds of overtime. Bosh's knee was BURIED in Danny's stomach as he shot that three.
But Stern got the Game 7 he wanted, so whatever.
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And as much as I abhor going here, something must be said about this officiating. They dipped their hand in the cookie jar a few too many times. From stopping us from advancing the ball with five seconds left in regulation to the two CLEAR fouls that were NOT called in the final seconds of overtime. Bosh's knee was BURIED in Danny's stomach as he shot that three.
But Stern got the Game 7 he wanted, so whatever.
As far as the officiating is concerned, I feel the officials were consistent- consistently bad! There were missed calls on both sides of the ball. So, the no-call at the end was appropriate, IMO.
In other news...What a game! What a series! This is why I love the NBA!
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LMBO at the Miami fans who left and were trying to get back into the game. They didn't let them fair weather jerks back in LOL. That fan base is a laughing stock. I know it isn't all of them but it's enough.
ATL fans aren't that much better but sheesh ;D ;D ;D
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As far as the officiating is concerned, I feel the officials were consistent- consistently bad! There were missed calls on both sides of the ball. So, the no-call at the end was appropriate, IMO.
In other news...What a game! What a series! This is why I love the NBA!
A no-call in a Finals game with the championship on the line is never appropriate.
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A no-call in a Finals game with the championship on the line is never appropriate.
There were no-calls all game. To make that call at that time would have been inconsistent and, therefore, inappropriate.
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Mark my words, tomorrow night, the San Antonio Spurd WILL be crowned your NBA champions. If I have to eat those words, I'll gladly do so, but I've watched this team long enough to know their heart, know their toughness, and know their mentality. This is not how out story will end.
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Mark my words, tomorrow night, the San Antonio Spurs WILL be crowned your NBA champions. If I have to eat those words, I'll gladly do so, but I've watched this team long enough to know their heart, know their toughness, and know their mentality. This is not how out story will end.
I hope so but idk. :-\
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Would you like those words baked? Fried? With a side salad? With fries? Either way, you'll be eating those words. As amazingly as the Spurs have played, the resolve of LeBron James and Miami's big 3 will shine through.
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Tonight's game is hard to call. The logical mind says Miami wins it going away. However, nothing in this series has followed a logical path especially considering the winner from game to game. On the other hand logic may say that San Antonio will win because games have been going back and forth for the whole series. So it's San Antonio's time to win right? The winner of game 1 wins 62%(21-8) of the time since 1984 but 0-2 in the past 2 seasons. The winner of game game 3 and game 5 have similar or better numbers. However the winner of Game 7 winz 100% of the tyme.
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Prediction: Miami by 15 will repeat as NBA Champions....back to back! #couldbewrong #goingdownwiththeship
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I hope this games into double over time!!!!!!
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April 23, 1957: Boston Celtics 125, St. Louis Hawks 123 (2OT)
Celtics rookies Bill Russell and Tommy Heinsohn combined for 56 points and 55 rebounds, and sixth man Frank Ramsey scored 10 points in the first overtime to carry Boston. The Hawks’ Bob Pettit scored 39 points, but the Celtics pulled away to win the first of their 17 NBA titles, still the winningest franchise in league history.
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I hope this games into double over time!!!!!!
I don't see it. Feels like it's going to be decided by the 3rd quarter.
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Miami leads 72-71. 12 minutes away from a champion being crowned! Who takes the title!? Miami or San Antonio? Stay tuned!!
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And my prediction is correct!! Miami Heat take the title in 7 with the final score of 95-88 and are back to back champs! I do believe that this series is more about Spurs giving it up than Heat winning it, but the bottomline is that Miami is the champs again! If a such thing exists, Miami is a team of destiny. Two times in these playoffs they were suppose to be done (Hibbert out in final possession of game 2 and if he'd be in I believe Indiana wins that series in 6 and Spurs giving the title away in game 6). Congrats to the Spurs for doing what many thought couldn't be done. Most had Lakers and OKC in the Finals. Spurs took advantage of opportunity and got to the Finals. What a season it's been. I won't make a prediction yet (way too early) but depending on what happens in the offseason a case could be made that Miami should be favored for a 3peat (4th consecutive final appearance).
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Well, Lebron & the boys did it again. This win was bigger than basketball, in my opinion. I could care less who wins the NBA finals, that's why I didn't watch one second of the finals. I care more about who wins in life & Lebron is a big winner. He has made all the nay sayers & racist & some of you, who hopped on the "I hate Lebron James" band wagon look stupid. The white media & some dumb brothas have tried their best to make him look like some type of villain & he just continues to proves, if God is for you, who can be against you. The only reason why it's not a 3 peat is because, his first year all the pressure got to him. But now this brotha is much stronger & was is able handle the pressure. Most blacks should have been for the Heat, just based on how the white racist media treat our brotha. I knew they were going to win from day one. It wasn't because they were a great team, cause in my opinion they are weak in one main area, no big man. They are probably the only team that has won a championship without a descent big man. But I knew God was not going to allow the white racist media continue to dog one of his children, cause God definitely does not care who wins a basketball game. So whom ever was rooting against Lebron, don't be upset cause this was bigger than basketball. This was God saying to the enemy, his child will always come out a winner. "White folks hate it & I love it".
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Well, Lebron & the boys did it again. This win was bigger than basketball, in my opinion. I could care less who wins the NBA finals, that's why I didn't watch one second of the finals. I care more about who wins in life & Lebron is a big winner. He has made all the nay sayers & racist & some of you, who hopped on the "I hate Lebron James" band wagon look stupid. The white media & some dumb brothas have tried their best to make him look like some type of villain & he just continues to proves, if God is for you, who can be against you. The only reason why it's not a 3 peat is because, his first year all the pressure got to him. But now this brotha is much stronger & was is able handle the pressure. Most blacks should have been for the Heat, just based on how the white racist media treat our brotha. I knew they were going to win from day one. It wasn't because they were a great team, cause in my opinion they are weak in one main area, no big man. They are probably the only team that has won a championship without a descent big man. But I knew God was not going to allow the white racist media continue to dog one of his children, cause God definitely does not care who wins a basketball game. So whom ever was rooting against Lebron, don't be upset cause this was bigger than basketball. This was God saying to the enemy, his child will always come out a winner. "White folks hate it & I love it".
You're funny
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No my brotha I'm not funny, far from it. Maybe I'm funny to you cause, you are one of those I am referring to. If a white boy had half the talent that Lebron James has, he would be the poster boy of greatness & could do no wrong. But because our brotha calls his own shots, white folks hate him & some black folks hate him to, because of that reason. I can hear them now, "who does that nigger think he is". Any time a black man calls his own shots & some white man is not pulling his strings he is hated(they hated my cousin in the music industry, because of that same reason). Man I would go to work & everyone at work would root for every team that played the Heat. Chicago/ Indiana/Spurs, because they didn't like Lebron James. It's funny how the white media can fix it to where you hate your own brotha. But I would just go to work & smile, never having to debate. I would just tell them the same thing I posted. Because I knew deep in my heart who was going to win. I just knew that God could not allow my brotha Lebron, to continue to be ridiculed for no reason, except because he's a young black man calling his own shots in this racist country.
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Hmm actually I would argue that they love him cause he makes them money. But whatever
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Lebron showed up the last two games of the series in a big way. I've got to give it to him. It was the kind of performance most would have expected for the whole series. What impressed me the most about him in this series was the fact that he took that second three pointer in game six that he missed. He wasn't successful but he didn't shy away from it. I'm a Spurs fan but I don't mind seeing Lebron and the Heat win due to how he was ostracized for "the decision" and his cockiness in predicting soooo many championships that don't come easy.
Congrats to all the Heat fans.
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The supporting cast showed up well. Shane Battier was Miami's version of Danny Green last night. The Bird Man played solid, inspired defense. Everyone chipped in one way or another. Even though Chris Bosh had no points, he had some key blocks and also made Tim Duncan's night a little tougher. Overall, it was a great team performance, just what I'd expect from a championship team.
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I thought I would be devastated, but I actually felt more proud than anything after last night. San Antonio pushed Miami to their limits. We wen't down swinging and left our best on the floor. At the end of the day, that's all you can ask for. Ginobili probably single-handedly cost us the championship, but he's done a lot for the team. Can't take his good without his bad.
I loved the respect and embrace shown at the end of the game and throughout the series. Definitely the two most elite teams in the league. A lot of question marks on out side heading into the offseason, but if we manage to come back with a stronger team, I think we'll be seeing a rematch next year.
All-in-all, great season. From the downfall of the Lakers (:P) to the rise of young teams like Golden State and Indiana, I had a lot of fun being a fan.
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I thought I would be devastated, but I actually felt more proud than anything after last night. San Antonio pushed Miami to their limits. We wen't down swinging and left our best on the floor. At the end of the day, that's all you can ask for. Ginobili probably single-handedly cost us the championship, but he's done a lot for the team. Can't take his good without his bad.
I loved the respect and embrace shown at the end of the game and throughout the series. Definitely the two most elite teams in the league. A lot of question marks on out side heading into the offseason, but if we manage to come back with a stronger team, I think we'll be seeing a rematch next year.
All-in-all, great season. From the downfall of the Lakers ( :P ) to the rise of young teams like Golden State and Indiana, I had a lot of fun being a fan.
I agree with everything. Other than the fact that the team lost, there should be no reason a Spurs' fan (or player) should hang their head. They showed why they were the #2 team in the league. They were amazing. They're a class organization. As far as their future is concerned, I have no worries. Pop and the owners have proven for decades that they know how to build a winner. They've inserted some great young guys to usher in a new era of excellence as guys like Parker, Duncan and Ginobili move on. Congrats to the Spurs on a great season.
Like you, I was kinda happy to see the Lakers go down, though I was expecting much better from them. I was really disappointed with my Sixers and their acquisition of Andrew Bynum (and the release/trade of Andre Iguadala). It was great to see some new teams come to near-prominence, like Golden State and Indiana. I look forward to next season.
Oh, and congrats Miami! "The decision" turned out to be a great one!
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I agree with both of y'all (lordluvr and SirTJ). Spurs have a lot to be proud of. And yes I love the way the Spurs embraced Miami after it was over. Very classy and shows why if there was a such thing a co-champion in sports, Spurs would be it. I knew this series would go 7. Very great Finals matchup!
Now to what will be an intriging offseason. I'm curious to see what Clippers do and the coach hires and what moves Miami makes.
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I just read an article that talked about Kobe's support (and reasoning) for the Lakers' efforts to lock Howard up for the forseeable future. Despite what the naysayers have to say. keeping Howard is a good move.
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I just read an article that talked about Kobe's support (and reasoning) for the Lakers' efforts to lock Howard up for the forseeable future. Despite what the naysayers have to say. keeping Howard is a good move.
Right now I think he'll go to Houston. I don't think he wants to say in LA.
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Dwight Howard is the most annoying player in the NBA. I'd trade him for that reason alone.
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lets go OKC!!
figured I'll start cheering now so people won't say i'm hopping on their bandwagon
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Dwight Howard is the most annoying player in the NBA. I'd trade him for that reason alone.
His off the court drama irks me, but on the court, he's an asset. The real question is whether the benefit outweighs the down side.
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Dwight Howard is the most annoying player in the NBA. I'd trade him for that reason alone.
Amen.
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Doc Rivers is now officially the coach of the Clippers!
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Doc Rivers is now officially the coach of the Clippers!
And Executive VP. Clippers HAVE TO at least make the conference finals (and of course depending on other roster moves).
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http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nba/news/20130627/boston-celtics-brooklyn-nets-kevin-garnett-paul-pierce-trade/?sct=hp_t2_a2&eref=sihp (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nba/news/20130627/boston-celtics-brooklyn-nets-kevin-garnett-paul-pierce-trade/?sct=hp_t2_a2&eref=sihp)
Brooklyn gets Garnett, Pierce and Terry. Celtics get Wallace, Humphries, another player and a few first round picks. This 6 year Celtics run ends with 1 title, 2 finals trip, game 7 of the eastern conference finals, etc. Brooklyn is now in "championship" mode. I'm not sure it'll be enough to take out Heat or Indy but we'll see.
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[url]http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nba/news/20130627/boston-celtics-brooklyn-nets-kevin-garnett-paul-pierce-trade/?sct=hp_t2_a2&eref=sihp[/url] ([url]http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nba/news/20130627/boston-celtics-brooklyn-nets-kevin-garnett-paul-pierce-trade/?sct=hp_t2_a2&eref=sihp[/url])
Brooklyn gets Garnett, Pierce and Terry. Celtics get Wallace, Humphries, another player and a few first round picks. This 6 year Celtics run ends with 1 title, 2 finals trip, game 7 of the eastern conference finals, etc. Brooklyn is now in "championship" mode. I'm not sure it'll be enough to take out Heat or Indy but we'll see.
For 6 years I found myself actually not disliking the Celtics. I guess I can go back to normal now. :)
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And let's not forget about a resurfacing Chicago team. The East is looking pretty interesting.
Honestly, I think Brooklyn's problem went deeper than their names. Charles and Kenny pretty much said it every night...they just don't play with any sense of urgency. They are very passive. Maybe the addition of these vets will help rectify that, but those three are up in age and I'm not sure they'll bring the same heart that carried Boston to success. Team stacking is not always the answer as the Lakers have shown us (both last year and the year they added Karl Malone and Gary Payton).
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And let's not forget about a resurfacing Chicago team. The East is looking pretty interesting.
Honestly, I think Brooklyn's problem went deeper than their names. Charles and Kenny pretty much said it every night...they just don't play with any sense of urgency. They are very passive. Maybe the addition of these vets will help rectify that, but those three are up in age and I'm not sure they'll bring the same heart that carried Boston to success. Team stacking is not always the answer as the Lakers have shown us (both last year and the year they added Karl Malone and Gary Payton).
Garnett and Pierce not bring the same heart? Perish the thought! Those guys are warriors through and through. They gave maximum effort for years on losing teams. I'm sure they'll bring the same sense of urgency on a team that has potential.
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Go Lakers!!!!
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Lets go Thunder!!!!!!!!!!
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Dwight Howard reportedly will sign with the Houston Rockets. According to ESPN, sources indicate that he is leaving Lakers because 1) D'Antoni's system 2) Nash's age 3) not wanting to be Kobe's sidekick for 3-4 years.
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you know I would like him more if he just said he was leaving for money
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you know I would like him more if he just said he was leaving for money
He actually would get more money staying with Lakers, which according to a source, is heavily weighing on his mind as he travels to LA. So something isn't right here. USA Today was the first to report on Howard choosing Houston but now it seems like he still is pondering that extra $30 million.
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He actually would get more money staying with Lakers, which according to a source, is heavily weighing on his mind as he travels to LA. So something isn't right here. USA Today was the first to report on Howard choosing Houston but now it seems like he still is pondering that extra $30 million.
According to a source, it's 50/50 and is having 2nd thoughts about leaving $30 million on the table...SMH!
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Statement from GM Mitch Kupchak: on.nba.com/14ZsLgV "We have been informed of Dwight's decision to not return to the Lakers."
#itsover
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And here I was hoping he'd decide not to return to the league at all. Welp....
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And here I was hoping he'd decide not to return to the league at all. Welp....
LMBO!!
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If Dwight can't learn at least two moves from McHale and Hakeem, then he's a lost cause and Houston won't win a championship with him.
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And here I was hoping he'd decide not to return to the league at all. Welp....
ouch LOL!
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And here I was hoping he'd decide not to return to the league at all. Welp....
He's going the Dennis Rodman route (minus the talent) real fast.