Author Topic: 2013-14 NBA thread v. Adam Silver Lays the Pipe on Donald Sterling ©2014antigoon (Read 114016 times)

contest_sanity · « **Reply #770 on:** April 20, 2014, 02:23:07 PM »

Quote from: j on April 20, 2014, 01:40:24 PM

Argh, Mavs like to open and close with their weakest shit. Hard to watch. Why their offense includes so many jumpers by Devin Harris, one of the poorer jump shooters among NBA guards (and on the Mavs roster), I do not understand.

Those last few minutes were pathetic. And Dirk just didn't have a good offensive showing for whatever reason. Mavs can't win with him scoring 13 points or whatever it was. Mavs bench scored over 40 points this game, and I'm gonna say that's unlikely to happen again. Our defense actually was decent numbers-wise, but we couldn't do a thing to stop Parker.

Oh well, Mavs just aren't constructed to make any kind of playoff run right now. They need that one more player to help transform them into an elite level defense again, and I don't know who that would be. Even if it was possible in theory, I don't think Houston would ever trade Asik to their state, division, and conference rival.

Azyiu · « **Reply #771 on:** April 20, 2014, 11:14:25 PM »

Wow! Lucky win by the Blazers at the end, but they fought really hard most of the game though.

black_biff_stadler · « **Reply #772 on:** April 20, 2014, 11:40:06 PM »

420blazerf****t!

Syzzle · « **Reply #773 on:** April 21, 2014, 02:07:16 AM »

Azyiu · « **Reply #774 on:** April 21, 2014, 09:10:34 AM »

Mike Woodson was fired, and Rick Adelman just announced he is going to retire.

ReaPsTA · « **Reply #775 on:** April 21, 2014, 10:24:14 AM »

Quote from: Azyiu on April 21, 2014, 09:10:34 AM

Rick Adelman just announced he is going to retire.

Shame. He ran a lot of really cool sets with the Wolves. But from what I understand, there was a lot of personal tragedy in his life. I'm not sure his heart was totally in it.

ReaPsTA · « **Reply #776 on:** April 21, 2014, 02:08:08 PM »

Ty Corbin's contract expired this year and won't be renewed. Jazz looking for new head coach.

Nekov · « **Reply #777 on:** April 21, 2014, 02:17:56 PM »

Quote from: Azyiu on April 21, 2014, 09:10:34 AM

Mike Woodson was fired

I read somewhere that Steve Kerr will be replacing him. Not sure how that will work but Woodson was a horrible coach and I can't think that someone will do a worst job with the Knicks current Roster

antigoon · « **Reply #778 on:** April 21, 2014, 03:09:35 PM »

Quote from: Nekov on April 21, 2014, 02:17:56 PM

Quote from: Azyiu on April 21, 2014, 09:10:34 AM
Mike Woodson was fired

I read somewhere that Steve Kerr will be replacing him. Not sure how that will work but Woodson was a horrible coach and I can't think that someone will do a worst job with the Knicks current Roster

Pretty much.

ReaPsTA · « **Reply #779 on:** April 21, 2014, 09:22:56 PM »

Really good Grizzlies vs. Thunder game.

Thunder are in real trouble. The Grizzlies have a limited roster, but use it surprisingly well. The Thunder have a lot of talent, but the stuff they run on offense is just so bad.

Azyiu · « **Reply #780 on:** April 22, 2014, 08:26:04 AM »

Quote from: ReaPsTA on April 21, 2014, 09:22:56 PM

Really good Grizzlies vs. Thunder game.

Thunder are in real trouble. The Grizzlies have a limited roster, but use it surprisingly well. The Thunder have a lot of talent, but the stuff they run on offense is just so bad.

I really enjoy watching KD, but personally I like the Grizzlies as a team slightly better. Fear the bear!

Azyiu · « **Reply #781 on:** April 22, 2014, 10:04:35 AM »

Congrats to Pop for his COY award. Go Spurs!

Syzzle · « **Reply #782 on:** April 22, 2014, 03:21:01 PM »

About time they get the CoY award right.

Accelerando · « **Reply #783 on:** April 22, 2014, 04:34:46 PM »

Atta boy, Coach Pop! What a classy guy, leading a classy franchise that have had a winning season ever since the '97-'98 season. I know he will always be attached with the San Antonio's big three in Duncan, Ginobli, and Paker, but He's coached some amazing players that including the legendary David Robinson (my all time favorite player), and Avery Johnson, Sean Elliot, Vinny del Negro, Will Perdue, Steve Kerr, Bruce Bowen, and Robert Horry. I know the Spurs have been known as a "boring team", but I don't care. I love watching them. I'm very proud to be a Spurs fan, and watching this team excel and define what winning is all about

Nekov · « **Reply #784 on:** April 22, 2014, 04:51:37 PM »

Quote from: Accelerando on April 22, 2014, 04:34:46 PM

Atta boy, Coach Pop! What a classy guy, leading a classy franchise that have had a winning season ever since the '97-'98 season. I know he will always be attached with the San Antonio's big three in Duncan, Ginobli, and Paker, but He's coached some amazing players that including the legendary David Robinson (my all time favorite player), and Avery Johnson, Sean Elliot, Vinny del Negro, Will Perdue, Steve Kerr, Bruce Bowen, and Robert Horry. I know the Spurs have been known as a "boring team", but I don't care. I love watching them. I'm very proud to be a Spurs fan, and watching this team excel and define what winning is all about

I don't think so. When I think of Pop as a coach what immediately comes to mind is the way he is able to get the role players to produce at a great level which is why the Spurs are so good. Duncan, Parker and Ginobili don't have the production that Wade, Lebron and Bosh have and yet they were able to get the top seed in the NBA and why they've been able to be at such a high level for so many years. Look at Danny Green, before going to SA he was just a mediocre player but after being with Pop he's become a great defensive team, a mayor thread from the 3pt line and also a guy that can penetrate and pass the ball when needed. Another great example is Belinelli, he had a good ending of last season but since he's in the Spurs his level has risen significantly.

Accelerando · « **Reply #785 on:** April 22, 2014, 05:05:57 PM »

I agree, and that's what I meant. Similar to how Jackson's named is paired up with Jordan or Kobe, Pop's name will be paired with Duncan, Ginobli, and Parker, and as I listed, he has also many great players who played at a high level under him

Syzzle · « **Reply #786 on:** April 22, 2014, 05:33:19 PM »

Jeff Hornacek placed second and Tom Thibodeau finished third.

Steve Clifford, Dwane Casey, Terry Stotts, Doc Rivers, Scott Brooks, Mark Jackson and Jason Kidd rounded out the top-10.

Why does the media keep overrating Scott Brooks? He's closer to the bottom 5 coaches in the league than top 10

Dimitrius · « **Reply #787 on:** April 22, 2014, 08:15:22 PM »

Accelerando · « **Reply #788 on:** April 22, 2014, 08:24:49 PM »

Free throws killed Brooklyn, especially by Mason Plumlee. Should be an interesting, even series here on out though!

Azyiu · « **Reply #789 on:** April 23, 2014, 08:12:35 AM »

Down 0-2 and heading to DC for the next two games, are the Bulls doomed?

ReaPsTA · « **Reply #790 on:** April 23, 2014, 01:48:49 PM »

Quote from: Azyiu on April 23, 2014, 08:12:35 AM

Down 0-2 and heading to DC for the next two games, are the Bulls doomed?

No, but you don't win two games in Chicago without being a legitimately good basketball team. Washington's doing a great job proving themselves. After a couple years of struggling in so many ways, it's impossible not to feel good for them.

Dimitrius · « **Reply #791 on:** April 23, 2014, 01:51:38 PM »

Very likely, the Wizards are just too athletic for them. Plus they have a reliable scorer, something that Chicago sorely lacks.

Jamesman42 · « **Reply #792 on:** April 23, 2014, 06:04:37 PM »

Yes. YES CHICAGO, FALL DOWN

senecadawg2 · « **Reply #793 on:** April 23, 2014, 09:50:34 PM »

Quote from: Nekov on April 22, 2014, 04:51:37 PM

Quote from: Accelerando on April 22, 2014, 04:34:46 PM
Atta boy, Coach Pop! What a classy guy, leading a classy franchise that have had a winning season ever since the '97-'98 season. I know he will always be attached with the San Antonio's big three in Duncan, Ginobli, and Paker, but He's coached some amazing players that including the legendary David Robinson (my all time favorite player), and Avery Johnson, Sean Elliot, Vinny del Negro, Will Perdue, Steve Kerr, Bruce Bowen, and Robert Horry. I know the Spurs have been known as a "boring team", but I don't care. I love watching them. I'm very proud to be a Spurs fan, and watching this team excel and define what winning is all about

I don't think so. When I think of Pop as a coach what immediately comes to mind is the way he is able to get the role players to produce at a great level which is why the Spurs are so good. Duncan, Parker and Ginobili don't have the production that Wade, Lebron and Bosh have and yet they were able to get the top seed in the NBA and why they've been able to be at such a high level for so many years. Look at Danny Green, before going to SA he was just a mediocre player but after being with Pop he's become a great defensive team, a mayor thread from the 3pt line and also a guy that can penetrate and pass the ball when needed. Another great example is Belinelli, he had a good ending of last season but since he's in the Spurs his level has risen significantly.

I'm not so sure I agree that Danny Green was ever 'just a mediocre player', I just don't think anyone knew how to utilize his strengths without letting his weaknesses get in the way. Pop's ability to take a guy who seemingly wasn't going to have a career in the league, and turn him into a record-setting 3 point threat, highlights his strength as a coach. Giving the right guys a chance when most won't, and getting those right guys to buy into the system. Hopefully this loss tonight was just a minor bump in the road.

Accelerando · « **Reply #794 on:** April 24, 2014, 03:59:47 PM »

20 years ago today, my boy David Robinson dropped 71 pts on the Clippers

ReaPsTA · « **Reply #795 on:** April 24, 2014, 09:08:33 PM »

If the Grizz and Blazers both win, isn't this the ultimate vindication for intelligent play over talent?

Dimitrius · « **Reply #796 on:** April 24, 2014, 09:09:21 PM »

Either that or that the East is just a joke.

Aefenwelg · « **Reply #797 on:** April 24, 2014, 09:17:31 PM »

What would that have to do with the East?

Dimitrius · « **Reply #798 on:** April 24, 2014, 09:18:54 PM »

Nothing at all

antigoon · « **Reply #799 on:** April 25, 2014, 08:27:39 AM »

or a vindication of good coaching, idk

Azyiu · « **Reply #800 on:** April 25, 2014, 09:06:20 AM »

Win or lose, I am impressed by the Grizzlies alot! Love this team.

contest_sanity · « **Reply #801 on:** April 25, 2014, 10:02:39 AM »

U MAD LARRY BIRD?

Nekov · « **Reply #802 on:** April 25, 2014, 01:38:07 PM »

Accelerando · « **Reply #803 on:** April 25, 2014, 06:16:57 PM »

Quote from: Azyiu on April 25, 2014, 09:06:20 AM

Win or lose, I am impressed by the Grizzlies alot! Love this team.

I didn't realize how well the Grizzlies matched up against OKC until I watched the game last night. It's impossible to guard Kevin Durant, but Tony Allen is throwing a wrench in KDs game. An incredible perimeter defender to watch.

And props to Conley for winning the Sportsmanship award!

Azyiu · « **Reply #804 on:** April 25, 2014, 08:16:04 PM »

Expected result in Brooklyn, but man, the Raptors kept missing their FTs toward the end...

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Author Topic: 2013-14 NBA thread v. Adam Silver Lays the Pipe on Donald Sterling ©2014antigoon (Read 114016 times)