Basketball Thread

[theeboredone]

I had to watch that play a few times, but it was the correct call when LBJ met Hibbert at the rim. I don't think LBJ intended to lead with the elbow, but it is what it is.

So remind me why Wade is considered the third best SG of all time by some?

Miami will win game 7. They will hit their 3's again, and Haslem will go 9/9 like he's done twice now.

 

[The Real Gamer]

I just walked by Rondo in the airport. Almost asked him for a pic but he looked pissed off... like he always does.

 

[theeboredone]

Loooool. Probably still mad about not getting to be in the playoffs. Then again, I would be too.

I was watching Hercules today, and I was instantly reminded of LBJ after Game 5's halftime (we went HAM on his teammates).

 

[theeboredone]

Welp. I was solid on my prediction. Heat winning by 15 with Wade coming alive. With that being said, if they bring this sort of intensity in the Finals, they will be fine. It seems like the Heat sort of had "Laker" syndrome, where they don't try their hardest at times until their backs are against the wall.

 

[The Real Gamer]

Three straight Finals appearances man... That's a hell of an accomplishment.

The Spurs are the better team than the Pacers but I think Miami matches up a lot better against them.

But damn gotta give credit to the Pacers. They gave the Heat absolute HELL and surprised everyone. Not underestimating that team again.

 

[SharkAttack]

Alright, we all get to see the first game between the Spurs and Heat this year. I'm not rooting for either team. I just want to enjoy The Finals.

 

[theeboredone]

Spurs not as good defensively, but much better offensively. Obviously, the key is going to be in slowing Wade/Bosh down and making LBJ do everything again. That pretty much is the formula. Easier said than done, but not sure where Wade is at health wise, and Bosh just looks like he got worn out by Hibbert.

 

[theeboredone]

Alright guys, let's get our final predictions out of the way...who do you got?

I got Heat in 6.

 

[SharkAttack]

I've got Spurs in 6. The series could go either way in my opinion.

 

[tko112]

To be quite honest, it might go to 7 games for either team, in other news:

http://www.nba.com/2013/news/06/06/nuggets-karl-out.ap/index.html?ls=iref:nbahpts

this is certainly unexpected

 

[Jane]

i got spurs in 6

 

[Jane]

i hate how if i try to edit my post, i cant use "enter" to go to a new line >__>

but anyways, damn, i wish GK the best. great coach, great person. would love to see him at LAC.

 

[Hot_ArmS]

spurs in 5

 

[theeboredone]

I'm not surprised Karl got ousted. Unfortunately, it was a time for a change of scenario given how his coaching tenure has played out. Too many first round exits. His philosophy has always been to play without a superstar and "team" ball, but it's just so hard to do in the playoffs.

I think the Clippers are going to try and get a coach with a bit more "winning" pedigree. Whether it's an assistant coach, or just a reputable coach who's been out of the league for a bit.

 

[The Real Gamer]

No way this series ends in 5 games either way... unless if the heat role players go nuts akin to how Chalmers and Miller went off on the Thunder.

I predict a Heat victory in 6 hard fought games. Tony Parker and LeBron will get theirs. The key match up will be Bosh vs Duncan IMO. Bosh just can't afford to allow himself to get so outplayed... Hibbert had his foot up his ass throughout the series.

 

[Linguini]

word to that. bosh needs to ge this **** together. 6'11 ain't small enough to use the size excuse. raptor blood!!!

 

[theeboredone]

I think Bosh will find his groove against Duncan. Duncan/Splitter are no where near the load (literally) that Hibbert is. Especially for a finesse player like Bosh.

 

[The Real Gamer]

The fact that Duncan is more of a pick and pop type of big man than a low post banger will work in Bosh's favor hopefully.

 

[Sizzle]

Tony Parker is clutch as **** and that shot was absolutely nuts. That spin move that he did with 5-6 minutes left in the 4th was so sick. My boy Kawhi Leonard played great D on Lebron and he's making everyone at SDSU proud right now. That steal he had late in the 4th quarter was pretty clutch too.

 

[theeboredone]

Leonard is such a beast defensively. Great rebounder too for his position. I just wish he was more keen on expanding his offensive game. Dude has a lot of potential.

 

[ahchoomattchu]

Kawhi actually has a solid offensive game, but that's not his role on the team. Pop's system and the presence of Timmy/Manu have him kind of tied down, but I can't wait for him to be unleashed.

 

[theeboredone]

I dunno. I do acknowledge he has one on one talent, but I think his vision/playmaking ability is subpar. I just feel like people are hyping him like people hyped up Ibaka to be the next KG or something. I just think Leonard's ceiling is a 15-18 ppg guy.

 

[ahchoomattchu]

Just found out Joey Crawford is reffing tonight's game. Oh, boy.

 

[theeboredone]

Pop secretly having this as part of his plan.

 

[ahchoomattchu]

1) We need to figure out how to beat those LBJ screens.
2) Way too many turnovers.
3) And please, Pop, take Gary Neal out of the rotation.

That block on Tiago was ****ing monster.

 

[theeboredone]

Spurs should be concerned about their 3 point shooting. Neal is ice cold. Ginobili is on or off. Leonard's lift is missing from guarding James. Bonner is in a slump. Their only 3 point threat is Green, and he might come down to Earth too.

Meanwhile, Miller, Ray Allen, and Chalmers have all been consistent so far.

 

[Hot_ArmS]

3) And please, Pop, take Gary Neal out of the rotation.

 

[theeboredone]

Two role players played really well for Miami in game 2. Same concept for Spurs in game 3. Formula for success?

Anyone surprised to see LBJ struggling? Not just on his drive, but his jumpshot too. I guess Leonard is playing a bit more up close to him.

 

[Sizzle]

That was straight ****

 

[theeboredone]

Tony Parker will have an MRI on his hamstring tomorrow. This series is officially resting on Parker's health.

 

[The Real Gamer]

D Wade rose from the dead! 2006 style... So happy I could cry.

 

[theeboredone]

Welcome to the Finals...no the PLAYOFFS Wade.

I know LBJ has been hitting his J consistently for the most part in the playoffs, but if Wade can get going...this series is Miami's to lose.

 

[ahchoomattchu]

Also want to extend a big welcome to the Playoffs, Manu.

Joey Crawford is reffing this game again. Let's see how this turns out.

 

[Hot_ArmS]

I know that refs rarely call fouls on last plays of a game but cmon, manu got fouled at least twice in that drive

 

[The Real Gamer]

Please... and LeBron got fouled at least 6-7 times tonight without a call while Parker couldn't even get breathed on.

That was the greatest game I've ever witnessed. LeBron rose when the lights were the brightest once again.

 

[theeboredone]

LBJ might've gotten a few more free throws, but it's really just Boris Diaw's fatness countering LBJ's muscle, leaving him with no strength to shoot properly.

Overall, you're not gonna get those calls at the end. Didn't really think Ginobili got fouled that bad. Him and Leonard should have hit their free throws at the end of the fourth. LBJ hit a clutch 3 pointer, but choked pretty bad when Wade came back in. Two turnovers and a missed three. Spurs gave that game to them in the end by not rebounding and missing FTs.

TRG's hairline is bad as LeBron's.

Edit: Spurs are not winning this if they can't find a way to shake LBJ off TP. I'm surprised Pop didn't go with the double screen. Ginobili has to play well. My God he just turns the ball over recklessly.

 

[The Real Gamer]

TRG's hairline is bad as LeBron's.

LOL I'm surprised I'm not completely bald after that game... **** was absolutely insane!!

Anyways, headbandless LeBron = the GOAT

 

[Hot_ArmS]

yeah i know they werent gonna go that call, im just mad lol especially cause i know that was spurs chance, always thought if it came to game 7 its miamis to win

 

[SharkAttack]

Looking forward to Game 7 on Thursday night. I really have no idea what to expect. I would predict that if Miami wins, LeBron has to take over like he did tonight in the middle of the 4th quarter. If San Antonio is going to win they have to basically have an outside jump shooting game to compliment their post game on offense. Green cooled off in Game 6.

 

[Hot_ArmS]

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