The D.A.Y. of Orlando and Golden State
Utah and San Antonio? Who’s that?
My two favorite teams to use in NBA Live 95 were Golden State and Orlando. Last night was the best night those two teams had at the same time ever since those days when virtual Billy Owens and Dennis Scott were unstoppable. Let’s get to it.
ORLANDO 88 UTAH 75
If the Jazz are the surprise early best team in the league, then what’s Orlando? They went out to Utah, and the early leaders in the East got the win. This wasn’t the prettiest game, and the score doesn’t show how the Jazz had to make a 13-0 run to keep it respectable. Memo Okur got tossed with the game out of reach for Nick Nolte-ing a ball into the crowd (with his hand not feet). The Jazz are a good rebounding team, but on this night they went up against a man named Dwight Howard and his 16 boards. Very few second shots for the Jazz, as they were only able to grab 5 offensive boards. They had 21 turnovers and shot 1 of 12 from three. Boozer led the way with 21 and 9, but Orlando was able to slow down the tempo and the new Jazz weren’t able to play their game. Dwight led Orlando with 21 and Grant Hill added 16.
GOLDEN STATE 111 SAN ANTONIO 102
Here’s something I wasn’t expecting to write: Andris Biedrins blocked three straight Tim Duncan shots in the fourth quarter, as the Warriors were running and having fun, getting by the Spurs. No Baron Davis, and no Ginobili. So what. Our friends at Golden State of Mind are happy and they have the thorough recap. The Warriors are playing with E N E R G Y. Nellie is back. Duncan finished with 22 and 16 with 6 blocks, Tony Parker scored 28, but the Warriors handed the Spurs their first road loss. A season high 26 for J-Rich, some big plays and explosivenes from Monta Ellis, and L’il Dun celebrated his old man’s new contract with 20 off the bench. Biedrins: 18 and 15 with 6 blocks.
MIAMI 103 PHILLY 91
Allen, this is Dwyane. Dwyane, Allen. Udonis Haslem had 18 and 10 for Miami and Iguodala had 15 and 9 for Philly. I’m sure there were several other professional basketball players in the building, but this was an Iverson vs. Wade night. AI took 37 shots, hitting 17 of them. By comparison Wade took 18 shots. I know, getting to the free throw line wiped out many more shot attempts for both of them. Iverson was 11 of 12 from the line and Wade was 13 of 14. The final lines were 45 for AI with 4 assists and 3 steals. Wade had 33, 13, and 7 with 2 blocks and 7 turnovers. Lots of one on five drives through traffic with sick finishes for both of them. Miami came out on top cause Iguodala was the only other Sixer to hit double figures.
DALLAS 93 MINNESOTA 87
The Mavs have now won 10 in a row. Minnesota got a big three from MARK BLOUNT on a play that they actually ran for him, and he hit it. Craziness Mr. Casey, but it worked. The Mavs coughed up a big lead when Minny went to a zone and Dallas couldn’t hit an outside shot. But, the Mavs made just enough plays down the stretch to keep the winning streak alive. Weird game. Dirk struggled, Dampier bailed Dallas out and after the game said “We could’ve easily beat them 15 or more.” You know what the Mavs have? Swagger! Josh Howard is starting to get back into the flow too, scoring the go-ahead basket and exchaning shoves and techs with KG. Randy Foye scored 11 of his 17 in the fourth, keying the T-Wolves 12-0 run to tie the game.
17 Responses to “The D.A.Y. of Orlando and Golden State”
Nov.28 at 10:33 am
Ryan Jones says:
Whats up Sam? Can I get some status for this one, or do you really need seven of your own columns on the front page?
Nov.28 at 10:34 am
Ryan Jones says:
Er, I meant… Whats up Sam? Can I get some “don’t-miss” status, or do you really need seven of your own columns on the front page?
Nov.28 at 10:36 am
Cheryl says:
Okay, granted it was the 76ers, but an argument can be made for Wade surpassing Kobe and Bron for #1 right now. I mean watching this guy play is a sight to behold. The way he directs his team, understands the mismatches, his pull up jumpers and his drive and kicks are a thing of beauty. He shares the ball and takes over when necessary. This is a combination that is a struggle for both Bron and Kobe. Okay, go ahead and argue your cases folks…
Nov.28 at 10:49 am
The Latvian says:
Go Biedrins, keep this up and he’s an all star.
Nov.28 at 10:52 am
Sam Rubenstein says:
Happy now Ryan?
Nov.28 at 11:20 am
MDShuai says:
Cheryl, how’s this for arguing? 7 turnovers. That’s just as many turnovers as he had assists. Granted, he is still young, and not too used to the 1 spot, he’ll get the hang of not owing the ball away; and for what it’s worth, I like Wade better than ‘Bron and Kobe. I agree that watching the dude play is amazing at times, but I disagree that he has surpassed Kobe…yet. As for ‘Bron, he is a regular triple double threat, and sometimes passes TOO much, I think.
Nov.28 at 11:46 am
Keith says:
Dwight Howard an early call for MVP? That’s provided Brian Skinner doesn’t break out of his funk…Oh wait, that ‘funk’ is his actual game……
Nov.28 at 11:59 am
Ryan Jones says:
Thanks homie.
Nov.28 at 12:25 pm
Max Airington says:
AI & Wade should play each other 7 times a year.
Nov.28 at 12:49 pm
Sam Rubenstein says:
Agreed. Iverson and Wade had an OT game last year when Iverson had 38 and 16 with 3 steals in 53 minutes and Wade had 48, 10 boards and 6 assists in 49 minutes.
Nov.28 at 1:15 pm
albie1kenobi says:
i watched the wolves/clips game on saturday and watched the wolves closed the game with a 19-2 run to win the game. it was freaking unbelivable. mr foye scored 14 of his 15 points (had to look that up) in the 4th quarter. if this trend keeps up, is he gonna be the ben gordon for the wolves? mike james has been disappointing at best, but foye may be the side kick that KG needs. still can you believe Dwane Casey drew a play for a Blount 3? we need a new coach.
Nov.28 at 2:49 pm
H to the izzo says:
And I thought I would live to regret putting biedrins on my fantasy team,I must be doing well..ehh not that I care
Nov.28 at 3:46 pm
Rafael says:
I think Dwight Howard is starting to show that he is the real deal. I believe the Orlando Magic are going to be a team to recon with come playoff time. They are one of the deepest teams in the league.
Nov.28 at 5:14 pm
Dallas J. says:
word here is Josh Howards new Nikes are about to drop..anyone know what those are going to look like?
Nov.28 at 5:49 pm
Boing Dynasty says:
WHAT?
Josh Howard signature shoes?
how undeserved.
i hope your drunk, Dallas.
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Nov.28 at 7:38 pm
DP says:
If you are looking for Monta Slam, holla at a player! I told you Monta will be the most improved player of the year. Dammit he is top 50 in the legue now. I have never seen him kill like that. Not even when i went to the games at lanier where he just dominated people. He will win player of the D.A.Y. Whatever the hell that means. kobe is numero uno of course and dammit i don’t know who the rookie of the year is! Monta coming. play wit it.
Nov.28 at 7:59 pm
BETCATS says:
was Dwight possed by the devil in the picture link that was posted?