NBA Playoffs Thread
by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 16, 2011 1:04 PM CDT
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PrintWhy not? No Bucks this time around but the Playoffs are still there for you. As of this time It's Kurt Thomas....Err, Bulls vs. Pacers on ESPN right now. Pacers surprisingly hanging tough. No Shaq for the Celtics in game one, noody knows when he'll be back. Manu questionable for Spurs in game one as well.
WEST
Spurs vs Grizzlies
Mavs vs Blazers
EAST
Bulls vs. Pacers
Celtics vs. Knicks
Heat vs. Sixers
Looking for the 1st round to as usual be a lot more clear cut in the East. My prediction is that (Unfortunately) the Lakers will win it again over the Celtics. Bah. But we'll see.... Real playoffs don't start till the 2nd round anyway.
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Anyone but......
Celtics, Lakers, Heat and Knicks I’m ok
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Will the Pacers pull it off?
89-86
"I was looking at my résumé, feeling real fresh today, they rewrite history, I don't believe in yesterday."
-Kanye West
Hansbrough...
2 jumpers in a row…
95-88 Indiana
"I was looking at my résumé, feeling real fresh today, they rewrite history, I don't believe in yesterday."
-Kanye West
by BlackPack-fan on Apr 16, 2011 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Rose 21 FTs?
Superstar calls?
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Didn't notice anything that ridiculous from what I saw
He just kept getting into the lane and the Pacers couldn’t do anything to stop him.
by Frank Madden on Apr 16, 2011 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Wonder who the last bucks was
To get 21 freebies in a game, regular season or playoffs. Checked and kareem has the record at 25.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
For us, or for the Lakers?
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 17, 2011 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Us..most FT attempts in a game by a Buck
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Oh.
Thanks.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Ramon Sessions, of all people
When he scored 44 against Detroit. Michael Redd, Ray Allen, and Glenn Robinson all had 20 once.
I never use a big word when a diminutive word would suffice.
All the greats: Michael, Redd, Ray Allen, Glenn Robinson....Ramon Sessions
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 18, 2011 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Well good
Now I know there’s little reason to watch the rest of the Bulls series. Even though I probably will inevitably.
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Yeah, sure feels like Indy lost any chance of making it a real series today
I ended up watching the second half and you had to be impressed with the way Rose closed it out—kind of like what we saw him do to the Bucks a few weeks ago. Curious to see how Indy responds.
by Frank Madden on Apr 16, 2011 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Um, I don't get it
If that game had been played by the Heat or Knicks, we’d be writing about how disappointing it was that the 1st seeded team had to stage a late comeback. This thing is a series, if we trust the NBA to be partial. What Game 1 means to me is that the Bulls are vulnerable, even if Derrick Rose is for some reason untouchable (I’m waiting for Jordan II).
by MadTown Hoops on Apr 17, 2011 8:55 AM CDT up reply actions
Orlando first upset?
89m payroll not enough? Panic trades epic fail?
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Atlanta Hawks is "2nd round out" in Hebrew.
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 16, 2011 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Oy vey
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Not totally surprising
Hawks beat them 3 of 4 times in the regular season…
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 17, 2011 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions
Nothing to do with hoops but....
24 time Stanley Cup Champion Montreal Canadiens have won the first two games of their best of seven series with the Boston Bruins on the road. Could be a long summer in beantown if the Sox don’t improve and the Celts keep slipping.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
I envy Boston and the success of it's pro sports teams...
And if there’s a lockout this fall I’m definitely going to try to get into hockey. Know nothing about it though.
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 16, 2011 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions
Playoff hockey is one of the most excIting experiences in sports, Jacob.G.
Get in on the hockey madness now. The regular season isn’t even close to the same animal.
Adam Dunn is Chicago Tough: "I’m a quick healer, like Wolverine. I asked the doctor yesterday how long these things take and he gave me a general answer for the public. I’m subtracting 15 days off it."
by Juan Uribe's Plate Discipline on Apr 17, 2011 9:18 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Nothing like
Sudden-death overtime in the NHL playoffs
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
I agree completely.
The waves of excitement that occur in those overtimes are a spectacular experience. The pace at which high level playoff hockey generates suspenseful moments should naturally appeal to basketball fans too. That’s how it drew me in.
Adam Dunn is Chicago Tough: "I’m a quick healer, like Wolverine. I asked the doctor yesterday how long these things take and he gave me a general answer for the public. I’m subtracting 15 days off it."
by Juan Uribe's Plate Discipline on Apr 17, 2011 6:24 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Regardless of Matchups, Injuries, Etc., it will be Lakers/Bulls
C’mon, the marketing departments have been gearing this up for too long. On his final run, Phil Jackson has to face his old team, led by the league MVP? Heat and Knicks will get their chance, but facing Mike D’Antoni won’t sell memoirs.
*barf*
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 17, 2011 10:00 AM CDT up reply actions
Kevin McHale calling the Grizz-Spurs game..
Fun fact: My dad works with someone who played with Kevin McHale in college at Minnesota. Says he’s a “backstabber”.
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Wow big upset for memphis
I think I’ll adopt them for the playoffs, there’ s nobody I hate on the team and they have Canadian roots so go Grizz go
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Interesting Stat
from a conspiracy theorist
In the first 5 3/4 playoff games the home team has made 159-206 free throws, the visiting teams have made in the same span 81-122. Other than the Orlando/Atlanta game which was a differential of 1, the next smallest differential is 14, and the biggest differential was 24 Home cooking?
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
That's pretty remarkable.
The only explanation I can think of at the moment is that the home teams have the better records and the bigger stars, and most of those tip tier talents are also the best isolation players in the league…these guys just can’t be guarded off the dribble in isolation, so they impose their will and draw fouls while creating shots for themselves and teammates.
Adam Dunn is Chicago Tough: "I’m a quick healer, like Wolverine. I asked the doctor yesterday how long these things take and he gave me a general answer for the public. I’m subtracting 15 days off it."
by Juan Uribe's Plate Discipline on Apr 17, 2011 6:29 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Lousy iPhone made me say tip tier, when I meant top tier.
Adam Dunn is Chicago Tough: "I’m a quick healer, like Wolverine. I asked the doctor yesterday how long these things take and he gave me a general answer for the public. I’m subtracting 15 days off it."
by Juan Uribe's Plate Discipline on Apr 17, 2011 6:30 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
You would hate to think anything but
To make it even more interesting though, in the two games the visiting teams have won, the FT margin has been 1 and 0. Don’t think there’s another sport where the refs can influence the game so much, not saying it’s happening, just saying it could.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
I didn't really notice anything fishy from the games I saw
Usually the road teams just foul more.
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 17, 2011 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions
I thought you were a cynic
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Nah, I'm just a person with opinions ;)
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 17, 2011 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions
I just find it odd that's all
Not you the FT disparity
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Yeah, I don't have much faith in NBA refs myself
From watching the games though there didn’t seem to be a whole lot of bad officiating, but who knows.
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 17, 2011 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions
So, Zach Randolph got paid handsomely for his efforts today...
4 yrs 71 million. Heisley reaching deep into his wallet(s).
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My intial impressions on the deal:
(1) Seems like they paid too much. I can’t imagine there are any good trends on the durability or production of overweight PFs heading into their 30s…furthermore Randolph and his agent had no negotiating leverage heading into the new CBA with salary reductions a certainty. Heisley must have been in a really good mood about making playoffs, and perhaps he felt like all contracts signed before the new CBA (Gay, Conley, Randolph) would grandfather in and not affect the new cap numbers much.
(2) Will they have enough money to keep Marc Gasol now? Because if I had to choose between Z-Bo signed into his mid-30s at 4yrs/71mill or Marc Gasol signed through his late 20s for half that price, I would stick with Gasol and just let Arthur start at PF next year. Curious to say the least.
Adam Dunn is Chicago Tough: "I’m a quick healer, like Wolverine. I asked the doctor yesterday how long these things take and he gave me a general answer for the public. I’m subtracting 15 days off it."
by Juan Uribe's Plate Discipline on Apr 17, 2011 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions
I agree
Assuming they don’t resign Battier, next year’s cap figure for them stands at around $54 million with Z-Bo and Gasol unsigned. How much do you think Gasol would go for? Around 10 million? We all know about Heisley’s penny pinching, so It will be interesting to see if he ponies up for him. The new CBA changes everything though.
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 17, 2011 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Maybe I will turn my impressions into a fanshot...
I’ve wanted to try one (your recent one is quite good, by the way), and I also would like to know what people think about this whole thing.
Adam Dunn is Chicago Tough: "I’m a quick healer, like Wolverine. I asked the doctor yesterday how long these things take and he gave me a general answer for the public. I’m subtracting 15 days off it."
by Juan Uribe's Plate Discipline on Apr 17, 2011 11:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Bidding against yourself 101
What are the odds Randolph would even be able to get $50 million once a new CBA kicks in? It’s all speculation at this point, but seems like drastically overpaying given a) there may be next to no teams with cap space to make him a big offer b) max salaries may be much lower c) he’s a 30-year-old with a sketchy history.
Kudos to the Grizz for what they’re doing on the court, but Heisley’s record for completely overpaying 2nd/3rd bananas is rather startling.
by Frank Madden on Apr 18, 2011 1:25 AM CDT up reply actions
It's always a great day when the Lakers lose.
What’s up, people?
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 17, 2011 9:29 PM CDT reply actions
Great day of playoffs.
May it continue
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 17, 2011 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Ugh, that non-goal-tending call puts a cloud over everything
Still, that was an awesome game.
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Good news for the Knicks: They took the Celtics down to the wire in their own building.
Bad news for the Knicks: Ray Allen is still awesome, Chauncey Billups is hurt, and Carmelo Anthony was 2 of 8 from downtown.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 5:58 PM CDT reply actions
Speaking of Ray Allen...
http://nbaplaybook.com/2011/04/16/ray-allen-talking-shooting/
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 18, 2011 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Miami 13, Philadelphia 9.
4-0 run for the 76ers.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 6:25 PM CDT reply actions
Jrue picks Mike Miller's pocket!
And gets fouled by Miller, gets the free throws.
17-13 Miami.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 6:35 PM CDT reply actions
Evan Turner answers an and-one by Chris Bosh
22-15 Miami.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 6:41 PM CDT reply actions
Funny because i was thinking
he might be someone on the move from Philly as they have a lot of wing depth.
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I wouldn't say no to the Bucks getting ET...
Don’t the 76ers need someone like Drew Gooden?
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Doesn't everyone?
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
What, a dopey big that can't defend? :P
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 18, 2011 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Evan Turner hits a 3!
First one of the game for Philadelphia.
26-18 Miami.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 6:45 PM CDT reply actions
THAT WAS NOT A THREE POINT SHOT
Mike Bibby’s foot was on the line.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 7:09 PM CDT reply actions
Clean rejection? Foul.
Because it was LeBron.
/NBA officiating’d
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 7:53 PM CDT reply actions
Pacers,
you’ve faced the Bulls 4 times a year for a long time. When will you learn to NOT leave Luol Deng open for three?
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 9:26 PM CDT reply actions
Offensive foul on Boozer!
Bulls down 6.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 9:34 PM CDT reply actions
10 turnovers by Chicago to 7 assists; Indiana has 3 turnovers to 11 assists.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 9:35 PM CDT reply actions
Defensive 3 second violation on Chicago.
WTF is it with Indiana missing these free throws?!
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 18, 2011 9:41 PM CDT reply actions
I don't get the games here
But looking at the Knicks Celts boxscore…did Amare get hurt?
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Yes, Amar'e was indeed hurt.
Not sure what happened.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 19, 2011 11:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Something evil came into this Nuggets Thunder series
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Nuggets clearly dont know how to take a beating quietly
they have beat the Thunder once this season I think not much to yap about
That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness.
Amare and Melo
Combined -61 tonight
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Drew Gooden like
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 22, 2011 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow
You would think a team could hold a 23 point lead with 13 minutes to play but it’s great for the blazers
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Meh, It's the Mavs, expect the unexpected...
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 23, 2011 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions
Kidding, but
Very happy for Roy. Hope he can still have a long career with his knees in the shape they’re in but I’m doubtful.
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 23, 2011 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions
Im hoping he stays healthy, too.
No chance of him playing in his mid 30s like most good players but hopefully he’s still going at 30 (26 right now).
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by BlackPack-fan on Apr 24, 2011 6:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Amazing how Zach Randolph's gone from a problem child that nobody wanted
to a skilled team player. He’s shown great passing ability and shooting touch around the rim in this series.
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It's funny how player's fortunes
And fans perception of players can change. . Was reading the Nets forum today and most fans think they have a solid PF in Kris Humphries. The guys had 1 1/2 decent years and fans think they’re set? Like the guys effort but I don’t think he should be a 30-35 minute guy either. Saw enough of him with the Raps.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
A contract year case?
Have a feeling he’ll be signed to a big contract that whoever signs him will regret soon enough.
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 23, 2011 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Agreed
That’s what you hate about GMs, the first 6 years didn’t matter, he had one good one so he deserves huge bucks. Lot of Nets fans think they’ll contend next year, don’t see it myself but I guess you never know. They also figure they’re getting Dwight so that might help their case.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
no knock on Krish Humphries who is a decent role player
but its pretty much a case of putting up numbers on a terrible team, if Humphries is playing major minutes as a starter your not a good team in any way
That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness.
Decent Role Player is correct
But he’s going to get a contract that exceeds his worth IMO.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
the kinda deal that you regret about 5 minutes after you do it
just say no
That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness.
Well idc because
The Bucks wont sign him, If the Nets want to over pay him, be my guests.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
D'Antoni is not a good coach at all.
Couldnt put much together in Phoenix with prime Steve Nash + Stoudemire with good role players, and the Knicks are just sloppy as hell. I think Melo is bailing out D’Antoni by scoring enough to keep these games close.
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That's a real shame that Melo and the Knicks got swept :)
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Marco Belinelli sucks.
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"Someone invented the boxscore and he should be shot" --Daryl Morey
Chris Paul- He's pretty amazing.
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"Someone invented the boxscore and he should be shot" --Daryl Morey
No, he sucks too.
Na really Paul is pretty great. I am proud to say I am one of few people who followed Paul from his freshman year at Wake Forest, into the NBA until now. I wish we could trade Jennings for Paul straight up. Too bad that is impossible.
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by BlackPack-fan on Apr 26, 2011 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions
We'd have to tack on a first round draft pick with Jennings
Drew Gooden, AND The Prince for that kind of deal. And New Orleans would still refuse.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Apr 27, 2011 11:49 AM CDT up reply actions
I think they just might take that...
considering Paul will leave in free agency anyways so they will have to negotiate a sign-and-trade and we would be the first solid offer with Jennings, Luc, and a 1st rd pick, and maybe 2 future 2nd rders.
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by BlackPack-fan on Apr 27, 2011 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Man, I never thought I'd say this but I really like Z-Bo now.
Also, how much more dumb does Rudy Gay’s contract look now?
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Blackhawks force OT!!!!!!!
Blackhawks force OT, baby!!!!!!
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by Steve von Horn on Apr 26, 2011 11:42 PM CDT reply actions
It's the playoffs, to it is technically suitable for this thread :)
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by Steve von Horn on Apr 26, 2011 11:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Very true ;)
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 26, 2011 11:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Sudden death playoff OT in a game 7 of a #1 v #8 series, where the 8th seed Blackhawks can pull the reverse sweep (win the last four games of the series).
Anyone with VS network needs to be on this game.
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by Steve von Horn on Apr 26, 2011 11:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Now Hawks on the powerplay 30 seconds in to the OT!
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by Steve von Horn on Apr 26, 2011 11:57 PM CDT up reply actions
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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by Steve von Horn on Apr 27, 2011 12:04 AM CDT up reply actions
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by Steve von Horn on Apr 27, 2011 12:04 AM CDT up reply actions
Canucks win.
My apologies. Exciting OT though. (Though I don’t know what was going on, really)
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 27, 2011 12:05 AM CDT up reply actions
Thanks for the consolation Jacob. A good series and a good game regardless.
It also picked a perfect night to happen, as the NBA action was pretty sleepy…the Lakers finally used their incredible size advantage! What a novel idea!
Anyways, goodnight Jacob, and thanks for watching :)
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by Steve von Horn on Apr 27, 2011 12:22 AM CDT up reply actions
Canucks
With a name like that how can they lose.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
How can two teams in Canada be named after their nationality?
I don’t understand…
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 27, 2011 1:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Rochester Americans
New York Yankees
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Hmmm, was unaware of the Americans....
But at least they aren’t in the same league….
(BTW, Canucks is an awesome name)
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by Jacob Grinyer on Apr 27, 2011 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Well Vancouver
Tree Huggers, Socialists or Pot Smokers probably wouldn’t work
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
The excitement generated by this Memphis-Spurs series is an example why greater access to success by all NBA teams is good for the league
Fans in more places become excited about their team= more popularity for the NBA.
And Zach Randolph has been dominant. Great turn around.
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+1
Funny how Memphis has had some of the league’s most indifferent fans for years, yet you’d never know it from watching their playoff games. We saw it to a similar extent with the Bucks last year…a little bit of success has a funny way of reinvigorating a fan base.
I may adopt them
For the tiny bit of Canadian content. If only Big Country was still around.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Why do I find myself rooting for the Heat?
Weird. I’ll admit that I used to like the Heat a fair bit because of the Wade/Marquette connection, then the LBJ arrival soured it a fair bit. But as a Bucks fan in Boston I’ve always found myself disliking the C’s too.
Either way, I think the combo of KG + Delonte has swung me into the Heat’s corner for this series. And whoever comes out of this series will have me behind them when they play the Bulls…
I hope they both lose.
Or the refs win. Or something.
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by Jacob Grinyer on May 1, 2011 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Im hoping for the Grits NBA Final
Atlanta vs. memphis
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Ill take the Heat.
I live just North of South Beach. Rooting for my home town squad.
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by BlackPack-fan on May 1, 2011 5:33 PM CDT up reply actions
My Dad and pretty much whole family is from Wisconsin,
he grew up in Northern Wisconsin so he’s been fans of those teams all his life, so I rooted for those teams with him and the rest of my family. We go visit once every 2-4 years, but stil haven’t been to Lambeau or the Bradley Center. On top of my list.
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-Kanye West
by BlackPack-fan on May 3, 2011 8:44 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm probably the only one in the world who's going to be bored out of my mind if the Lakers go to the finals.
Been there, done that.
The Artist Formerly known as Speedingtime/Speedy
Sooooo lazy.
Him and Joe Johnson together form the laziest tandem of players in the league.
"I was looking at my résumé, feeling real fresh today, they rewrite history, I don't believe in yesterday."
-Kanye West
by BlackPack-fan on May 5, 2011 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I do not pity the Lakers or their fans at all
Although I know they don’t expect anyone to.
The Artist Formerly known as Speedingtime/Speedy
Pau Gasol
On the market now?
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Maybe
In a way I doubt they’re going to give up already, but maybe they will go into panic mode.
The Artist Formerly known as Speedingtime/Speedy
by Jacob Grinyer on May 7, 2011 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions
He's 13 and 8 for the playoffs
On 42% shooting Not a totally fair comparison but Dirk is 28 and 9 on 49%. Not that the Lakers are shopping him but even if they were how many teams would want 3 years at 19 per. A lot of Laker fans might want him gone right about now.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
eastern conference teams must be pretty happy right about now
That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness.
Not sure if you want to play Dallas
Pretty solid team and now Peja getting back into form.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
I'd be more concerned about the Grizz right about now...
Squad Six is to the Bucks what beer is to Milwaukee (or anywhere else for that matter)... the catalyst for you doing dumb things in public and not feeling self-conscious!
by Big Crazy Dave on May 7, 2011 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions
yup Grizz looking mean
That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness.
Good to see the lakers were sporting about losing though
Bynum and Odom especially
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
sarcasm implied, correct?
Bynum could and should be suspended going into next season.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on May 8, 2011 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Heaps of sarcasm and agreed
I would say 5 games at least, that was bush-league galore. Odom’s wasn’t so bad and could be construed as being accidental but Bynum’s a deliberate cheap-shot.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
I know most of you Wisconsonites won't like this but....
Go Bulls Go.
"You play anybody and if they shoot 70 per cent from three, they're going to be tough to beat." More wise words from Chris Bosh
Honestly I don't care
Hate both of ’em, am just hoping for an alright series.
The Artist Formerly known as Speedingtime/Speedy
by Jacob Grinyer on May 16, 2011 3:22 PM CDT up reply actions
I am with you...Don't care
I would rather see either of the teams from the west go on win it all. My friend is kind of annoying me with his Bulls craziness, so I somewhat enjoyed the Heat’s victory tonight. I just want a good series.
by Finkle_is_Einhorn on May 19, 2011 12:20 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm rooting for whoever wins out of OKC and Dallas.
Was initially keen for the Thunder to get there, but Westbrook just seems to be annoying the heck out of me for some reason…can’t put my finger on what it is tho. And Dirk deserves at least one title, same with Kidd and Marion.
Squad Six is to the Bucks what beer is to Milwaukee (or anywhere else for that matter)... the catalyst for you doing dumb things in public and not feeling self-conscious!
by Big Crazy Dave on May 19, 2011 12:27 AM CDT up reply actions
Mavs/Thunder Game II
Mavs have come out firing in the 1st Q. OKC look a bit of a rabble on D.
Squad Six is to the Bucks what beer is to Milwaukee (or anywhere else for that matter)... the catalyst for you doing dumb things in public and not feeling self-conscious!
Been a great game
The Artist Formerly known as Speedingtime/Speedy
by Jacob Grinyer on May 19, 2011 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, Thunder really turned it around mid-way thru that 2nd quarter.
I want the Mavs to win tho. Westbrook has totally lost me as a fan. The guy still needs plenty of maturing.
Squad Six is to the Bucks what beer is to Milwaukee (or anywhere else for that matter)... the catalyst for you doing dumb things in public and not feeling self-conscious!
by Big Crazy Dave on May 20, 2011 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions
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