it's funny how when I lived in Boston I kept on hearing it's a college town because they have so many damn colleges per square mile. but that's not the vibe I got at all when I was there. except for going to GameOn right by my crib in Fenway. their basement floor was the official Ohio State University chill spot and bar. literally, the whole basement is decked out scarlet & grey
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Yeah, I can't say I'm too much of a college basketball fan myself. Maybe it is just because I follow the Hurricanes dismal basketball program, and most of their games aren't even televised.
The Heat raped The Magic tonight. Things look like they are coming together for the first time this season. I also realized that Orlando will never win the Finals with their current team. They live and die by the three. That will win you some games, but come playoff time you are bound to get cold and that will cost you. Three point shooting teams almost never win the Finals. I cannot even recall one that ever did.
The Heat raped The Magic tonight. Things look like they are coming together for the first time this season. I also realized that Orlando will never win the Finals with their current team. They live and die by the three. That will win you some games, but come playoff time you are bound to get cold and that will cost you. Three point shooting teams almost never win the Finals. I cannot even recall one that ever did.
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Well I mean it is a college town it's just not a college sports town. I mean BC football is probably the cream of the crop and that's not much. Maybe BU hockey? I don't even know.
yeah the lead singer in my band played for BC and I got to see a couple games. know that end stretch of the Green Line very well, lol. I got to see Boston College when Matt Ryan was pimpin' it. he went to a couple of my shows, very kewl guy
Lakers 5-0! :D
Kobe finished with 30pts/12ast/10reb tonight, his 17th career triple double.
I am so impressed with our second unit though. It looks like Shannon Brown's jumper and basketball IQ improved tremendously, he doesn't look lost out there anymore. Steve Blake is such a smart player, I don't miss Farmar at all. Matt Barnes is the ultimate hustle and energy guy, I love his defensive presence, he was such a steal considering who Artest's backup was, lol.
Lamar Odom is a completely different player when he starts, you can see it instantly. He is much more consistent now. He mentioned it himself that its hard for him to get a rhythm off the bench and that he often loses concentration, etc.
Undefeated and we don't even have Bynum. I'm loving our squad, we are so seriously stacked its ridiculous.
edit: Also, Dwight Howard had a MONSTER game tonight. 18 points, 16 rebounds, and 8 blocks in LESS THAN 25 MINUTES! Insane. Looks like his post moves are much improved and polished, he looks really comfortably in the post. Hakeem will turn him into a monster. No need to talk about his defense, dude alone makes the Magic one of the best defensive teams in the league.
Edit: Wow that was a long post, lol. I'm just so excited the NBA is finally here, I fucking love it.
I agree with your post, but
Dunks are overrated, I'm much more impressed by the degree of difficulty in something like the switch of hands layups, tough reverse off the backboard layups,etc like LeBron and Tyreke Evans, Rondo do. Much more amazing to watch.
Also, the midrange fadeaway J is just a thing of beauty to watch.
I just hate basketball crowds in general. So many GREAT plays being made throughout the game, but once someone dunks, everyone explodes 8)
Kobe finished with 30pts/12ast/10reb tonight, his 17th career triple double.
I am so impressed with our second unit though. It looks like Shannon Brown's jumper and basketball IQ improved tremendously, he doesn't look lost out there anymore. Steve Blake is such a smart player, I don't miss Farmar at all. Matt Barnes is the ultimate hustle and energy guy, I love his defensive presence, he was such a steal considering who Artest's backup was, lol.
Lamar Odom is a completely different player when he starts, you can see it instantly. He is much more consistent now. He mentioned it himself that its hard for him to get a rhythm off the bench and that he often loses concentration, etc.
Undefeated and we don't even have Bynum. I'm loving our squad, we are so seriously stacked its ridiculous.
edit: Also, Dwight Howard had a MONSTER game tonight. 18 points, 16 rebounds, and 8 blocks in LESS THAN 25 MINUTES! Insane. Looks like his post moves are much improved and polished, he looks really comfortably in the post. Hakeem will turn him into a monster. No need to talk about his defense, dude alone makes the Magic one of the best defensive teams in the league.
Edit: Wow that was a long post, lol. I'm just so excited the NBA is finally here, I fucking love it.
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I agree with your post, but
Dunks are overrated, I'm much more impressed by the degree of difficulty in something like the switch of hands layups, tough reverse off the backboard layups,etc like LeBron and Tyreke Evans, Rondo do. Much more amazing to watch.
Also, the midrange fadeaway J is just a thing of beauty to watch.
I just hate basketball crowds in general. So many GREAT plays being made throughout the game, but once someone dunks, everyone explodes 8)
dunks are what makes the NBA half of its money. I assume that's why they essentially let you travel all over the damn court
how about the Atlanta Hawks? they've started out on fire, just like the Lakers. maybe they won't lose in the first couple rounds of the playoffs this year?
hilarious NBA "here's to a big season" ad. must watch
how about the Atlanta Hawks? they've started out on fire, just like the Lakers. maybe they won't lose in the first couple rounds of the playoffs this year?
hilarious NBA "here's to a big season" ad. must watch
thanks for reminding me, Serious. it's such a shame that Atlanta can't figure it out in the playoffs. I think this year's start is unprecedented in their franchise's history. I consider myself a fan of their Top 3 ballers, so I kinda hope that they can get it together towards the end of the season. it will be difficult for the Hawks, because the East is freakin' stacked this year
thanks for reminding me, Serious. it's such a shame that Atlanta can't figure it out in the playoffs. I think this year's start is unprecedented in their franchise's history. I consider myself a fan of their Top 3 ballers, so I kinda hope that they can get it together towards the end of the season. it will be difficult for the Hawks, because the East is freakin' stacked this year
The Lebron "what should I do" Nike commercial is dumb as hell, but this is pathetic:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvgD9HNTMkM
Does Cleveland have a sense of humor? I would've cracked up if it Delonte West would've spoofed it:
What should I do?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvgD9HNTMkM
Does Cleveland have a sense of humor? I would've cracked up if it Delonte West would've spoofed it:
What should I do?
no, I don't think the city of Cleveland is full of humorless grunts
and I think you do not understand Cleveland sports. the city you rep, Miami, has won a Championship (although it more than likely feels like decades ago). when Miami teams suck, it seems like Miami fans no longer care and go back frolicking in the sun, boating on the inter-coastal, and hand-jobbing NYC ex-pats while serving as a second-rate Hollywood
I can't count myself as a CLE sports fan through and through (I love the Steelers so this discounts me in their eyes immediately and often with hatred), but I do give their fans props for being rabid even when they are most likely going back to a post-LBJ mediocrity
it is just hard for other fans to understand. CLE fans deserve a championship, despite what the front offices to their beloved teams do. instead of LBJ being a savior and not leaving until he "brings a championship to the City of Cleveland," he ended up going soft when anything in the post-season was on the line. this is a fact
enjoy LBJ quitting in the playoffs. hopefully Wade and Bosh will be enough to bail him out, but the way the Celtics and Lakers look this year amongst others I think it would be hilarious if LBJ leaves Miami (also in frustration) at the end of his contract while D. Wade follows suit and goes somewhere else (if he is even healthy enough to play ball at this time period)
this video is a bit on the sad side, but I can't really blame them. that Nike commercial is atrocious, and all it does is pour salt on the wound
and I think you do not understand Cleveland sports. the city you rep, Miami, has won a Championship (although it more than likely feels like decades ago). when Miami teams suck, it seems like Miami fans no longer care and go back frolicking in the sun, boating on the inter-coastal, and hand-jobbing NYC ex-pats while serving as a second-rate Hollywood
I can't count myself as a CLE sports fan through and through (I love the Steelers so this discounts me in their eyes immediately and often with hatred), but I do give their fans props for being rabid even when they are most likely going back to a post-LBJ mediocrity
it is just hard for other fans to understand. CLE fans deserve a championship, despite what the front offices to their beloved teams do. instead of LBJ being a savior and not leaving until he "brings a championship to the City of Cleveland," he ended up going soft when anything in the post-season was on the line. this is a fact
enjoy LBJ quitting in the playoffs. hopefully Wade and Bosh will be enough to bail him out, but the way the Celtics and Lakers look this year amongst others I think it would be hilarious if LBJ leaves Miami (also in frustration) at the end of his contract while D. Wade follows suit and goes somewhere else (if he is even healthy enough to play ball at this time period)
this video is a bit on the sad side, but I can't really blame them. that Nike commercial is atrocious, and all it does is pour salt on the wound
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I could actually see LBJ leaving miami if they dont win a ring with in this and the next two seasons. the man does care about "legacy" and his numbers have dropped a bit by going to miami. if theres no payback in rings for that sacrifice in touches then really whats keeping him there?
on a more positive note most laker fans would probably hate me for saying this but im really enjoying watching golden state progress. this is definetily a major sleeper team for the playoffs and they are fun to watch. just beat utah tonight.
oh and anyone else see the heat/hornets game. good stuff
on a more positive note most laker fans would probably hate me for saying this but im really enjoying watching golden state progress. this is definetily a major sleeper team for the playoffs and they are fun to watch. just beat utah tonight.
oh and anyone else see the heat/hornets game. good stuff
damn! that Heat/Hornets game was off the hook! I love watching solid play from the point guard, and the NBA has delivered on this aspect of the game the last 5 or so years with Rondo, CP3, Steve Nash, etc etc
looks like CP3 did a number on Miami. it seems that Miami is struggling with teams that can pass the ball efficiently and up and down the court
I would see LBJ leaving Miami for just those exact reason, grimble. as always, your insight on the game of b-ball is spot on, my friend. always worth reading, despite your liking of the Lakers
looks like CP3 did a number on Miami. it seems that Miami is struggling with teams that can pass the ball efficiently and up and down the court
I would see LBJ leaving Miami for just those exact reason, grimble. as always, your insight on the game of b-ball is spot on, my friend. always worth reading, despite your liking of the Lakers
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And yet, Miami fans are still not worried, nor even phased.
I love it. Every Miami loss is scrutinized. The two losses we had were also horrible shooting nights for the team, and still remained close games. If these were 7 game playoff series, we all know the Heat would win. If you really break down the game, it would have been close no matter what but New Orleans had an incredibly hot first quarter. The Heat outscored them in every other quarter of the game. Some nights, a team is just on fire with the 3 and the other team cannot hit one to save their lives. Hence why this team would not go undefeated even if Dwight Howard and Chris Paul decided to join at the veterans minimum next season.
I love it. Every Miami loss is scrutinized. The two losses we had were also horrible shooting nights for the team, and still remained close games. If these were 7 game playoff series, we all know the Heat would win. If you really break down the game, it would have been close no matter what but New Orleans had an incredibly hot first quarter. The Heat outscored them in every other quarter of the game. Some nights, a team is just on fire with the 3 and the other team cannot hit one to save their lives. Hence why this team would not go undefeated even if Dwight Howard and Chris Paul decided to join at the veterans minimum next season.
dude that's what you say, and while it might be a nice and cozy electric blanket to sleep in at night... but that's what I said as an LBJ fan these past years and look where it has gotten me to now
not saying you are wrong, just saying be careful
and get used to the scrutiny. once you are relevant in professional sports, you can't escape it my mang
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I'm more comforted by the presence of Wade than I am of LeBron. Besides, if this team starts to have real problems then Riley comes on to the sidelines and shit gets off the chain.
LeBron has been the second best player on this team, as I imagined he would be. He is also essentially changing positions from small forward to point forward. Transitions such as these take time.
The problem with the Cavs the last few years was that they relied completely on LeBron, and I have no doubt that he is not the man to carry a team, at least as a primary scoring option. He just needs to get his passing skills together.
I don't believe I ever predicted that this would be a 70+ win team. Maybe next season, in fact probably next season, but there is a lot of work to do. Fortuneately, in basketball, you have a lot of games to get your shit together.
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exactley.
(see lakers fans and clev fans can co exist) props to your love of the point gaurd posistion.
but yeah when there is a lot of hype behind a team they get put under a microscope. after 2 more wins the heat will be nba champs again and one more loss and you guys are second round exits. 6 games is a small sample. but you just have to take what you can from it. from what I see the heat are an amazing defensive team. but against teams with great passing and chemistry (boston/hornets) they can have trouble.
I really cant wait to see heat vs okc. I think westbrook can take advantage with his passing skills, but I think LBJ deeply wants to smash on Durant
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It's funny how Clippers games are on TV all the time this year, because of Blake Griffin. I follow basketball every year, and so far I've seen every Clipper game except for one, totaling more Clipper games than I've seen in my entire life. I'm glad though, because Griffin is fucking fun to watch.
Pau with a triple double tonight!
LA 7-0!
Lol @ Bosh. He's not gonna do shit, he's a fucking marshmallow now.
In Toronto, during contract year, he needed to perform so he bulked up and worked hard in the post, but otherwise he'd settle for a lot of jumpshots.
And now being skinnier than ever certainly can't help Miami.
Within the next 3 years, CB's contract will be seen as absolutely awful, please quote this post.
I don't see how the Heat can stop our front court, sorry.
LA 7-0!
Lol @ Bosh. He's not gonna do shit, he's a fucking marshmallow now.
In Toronto, during contract year, he needed to perform so he bulked up and worked hard in the post, but otherwise he'd settle for a lot of jumpshots.
And now being skinnier than ever certainly can't help Miami.
Within the next 3 years, CB's contract will be seen as absolutely awful, please quote this post.
Yes. I loved how CP3 out rebounded Chris Bosh.
I don't see how the Heat can stop our front court, sorry.
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Lmfao.
“I don’t care about numbers,” Bosh said. “The only number I care about is winning. You can have great games, you can have great numbers and be at the bottom of the totem pole as far as the league is concerned. I think I can speak for that, too. I’ve experienced it. You can do everything you want, you can average the best numbers, but if you don’t win it really doesn’t matter.”
Well Bosh, your shit numbers = losing.
So you better start caring about your numbers if you want to start caring about the numbers you actually care about.
“I don’t care about numbers,” Bosh said. “The only number I care about is winning. You can have great games, you can have great numbers and be at the bottom of the totem pole as far as the league is concerned. I think I can speak for that, too. I’ve experienced it. You can do everything you want, you can average the best numbers, but if you don’t win it really doesn’t matter.”
Well Bosh, your shit numbers = losing.
So you better start caring about your numbers if you want to start caring about the numbers you actually care about.
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