The Post Up: Celtics top Texas Trio
While the Lakeshow take care of Utah.
By: Holly MacKenzie
Only three games on the schedule last night, but the double-header on TNT was great. A close battle between Boston and Dallas to start us off and then the Lakers blowing out the Jazz in the first quarter and rolling from there. I guess it may not have been great for non-Laker fans who were looking for another close game but it was pretty great from where I was watching.
Watching Ray Allen knock down that shot to give the Celtics the lead with 31 seconds remaining was huge. I’m officially scared of Boston and what they have the potential and power to do. Allen’s three was one of those delicious plays where you know the shot is going down well before it does. As a fan, I live for those moments.
I think my favorite moment in the Laker/Jazz game was after a Laker turnover when Fish busted it up the court and stole the ball back. Their defensive intensity set the tone early and they maintained it until the final buzzer sounded, never wavering for an instant.
Looks like Rajon left his fire back in Houston where he was fuming at Rafer. Guy was looking a little lost last night.
The segment on Inside the NBA recapping Iverson’s return to Philly was great. How is it possible to love the guy any more? Seeing the appreciation that the Phialdelphia employees, fans and everyone else in that building had for him, it is really special. We are blessed to have watch his evolution.
The highlight of my day yesterday was seeing my love for Iverson displayed over at nba.com. Ben Couch, I appreciate you!
Quote of the night
“Hurry up and pump that puppy out”
-Charles Barkley on-air to Kenny Smith’s wife who was at a hospital somewhere, in labor.
Keeping it classy, as always.
A thank you goes out to Mr. Michael Beasley for screwing up my bracket already. I should have known better than to count you out. Your cover was absolute fire and definitely my personal favorite of the three. I apologize for not giving you the love that you deserved. Now, go run through that tournament.
Speaking of March Madness, we’ve got more coming on the games yesterday, so be patient. I’d like to say Duke did not deserve to win their contest with Belmont. And, UCLA? That was harsh holding a team to 29 points in a game. Madness, baby.
Apparently Ira Newble is expected to sign with the Lakers. More defense and another body. It’ll be a good thing if the reports are correct.
If anyone was wondering, as it stands right now, I am flipping from the Pistons to the Celtics. Of course, my pick was Detroit to make it to the finals but at this point I am most scared of Boston in the East and I’m rolling with my Lakers in the West. Each of these teams is just so dangerous.
It really impressed to me how the Celtics have found a way to win these three Texas games. Without Allen, coming from behind against the Spurs, running over the Rockets and their streak and then last night with both Rajon and Sam Cassell seriously struggling. The combo of Pierce/Allen/Garnett is fantastic. Much, much better than I gave them credit for this offseason when the deals went down. I thought they would be good always, great at times and have opportunities to take their team far, but I did not think the three would be able to gel so quickly and so well. I love seeing these three put everything else aside besides their respect for each other, their team and the game. They all want to win and nothing else matters. I really respect that and I appreciate that desire for winning and for the game. They’ve got something good going on in Boston.
Huge win, huge for the Lakers in Utah last night. Not so much the victory itself, where they stopped a 19-game home winning streak and did so without Bynum and Gasol, but the way in which they won the game. My boys came out with fire in their eyes and hunger in their hearts and did not let up for an instant. I knew they were looking to wreck shop, with the way the Jazz had kicked them earlier this season and also for the way their fans had booed Derek Fisher for choosing to leave Utah to be with his daughter. Kobe had said they took personally what the fans did to Derek and this was for him. It’s too bad the fan who threw the beer on the court in the closing seconds still hasn’t learn that ticking Kobe off really doesn’t work in your favor. Last night was one of those special games. The defensive effort, the offensive flow, the desire, focus and drive, Kobe Bryant has made his mark on this Laker team, his Laker team, and a team full of guys with hearts like Kobe is always a good thing.
Bron needs only five points to take over as Cleveland’s all-time leading scorer. I’m looking forward to seeing how they recognize this accomplishment.
Houston and Golden State is going to be a good match up as well. Can the Rockets stop before they drop three straight or will the Warriors grab another much needed win in their quest to remain in the playoff picture?
Philadelphia has also become a team I find myself seeking out to watch. They are in Orlando tonight and after that horrible offensive showing Dwight had against Washington, I’m curious to see how he responds tonight.
San Antonio 102 Chicago 80
While the Bulls managed to stay with the Spurs for the first quarter, it didn’t last long as they were outscored 33-14 in the second period with San Antonio blowing the game open before halftime. The Spurs went on a 22-4 run in the second period before going on to the 102-80 victory. At the break, the Spurs led 55-37 and things would not get any better for the Bulls in the second half, as they went into the fourth trailing 86-64. The Spurs were able to sit their starters for most of the final quarter and extend their lead to as many as 28 points while the Bulls could not trim down their deficit to anything less than 19. The victory ended a four-game losing streak for the Spurs, their longest of the season. Tony Parker had 23 points and 6 assists for the Spurs while Tim Duncan scored 22 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and blocked 3 shots. Michael Finley scored 10 points and Ime Udoka added 13 off of the bench. Luol Deng led the Bulls with 18 points, Drew Gooden scored 17 points, Ben Gordon had 12 points and Larry Hughes and Andres Nocioni each added 10.
Boston 94 Dallas 90
After surviving in San Antonio and tearing through Houston, the Celtics were in Dallas and ready to down the Mavericks to complete their sweep of the Texas trio. Unfortunately for them, the Mavericks were not feeling that plan and came out ready to fight for the win. With neither team leading by more than seven points in the contest the two teams traded leads in the first half with the Mavericks using a 13-5 run to close out the second quarter as they held onto a 48-46 lead at the break. Things stayed tight in the third quarter and the Mavericks led 70-66 at the start of the fourth. In the final quarter, the Celtics continued their push and Ray Allen was the hero, playing in his first game back from injury. With the Celtics trailing 88-87, Allen came into the game and dropped a three-pointer with 31 seconds remaining to put the Celtics up 90-88. After Dirk Nowitki missed a game-tying layup, Kevin Garnett made two free throws to extend the lead to four, 92-88. With six seconds in the game, Erick Dampier made a layup, but it was too late as Garnett hit two more free throws to ice the game, making it a two possession contest, 94-90. Paul Pierce had 22 points and 13 rebounds for the Celtics. Garnett scored 20 points and also grabbed 13 boards while Allen finished with 21 points and James Posey scored 12 off of the bench. Nowitzki had a huge line with 22 points and 19 rebounds in the loss. Josh Howard had 24 points, Jerry Stackhouse scored 17 and Jason Kidd had 11 boards and 9 assists but only two points on 1-8 shooting.
LA Lakers 106 Utah 95
With the Jazz looking to grab their 20th-straight home victory and set a franchise record for a home winning streak, the Lakers came into their contest against Utah with something of their own to play for. After the last meeting between the two teams where Utah fans booed ex-Jazz player Derek Fisher, the Lakers made it a point to ensure that the fans had little to cheer about with regard to their own team. From the opening tip until the final buzzer the Lakers played with an intensity that the Jazz were simply unable to match. Never trailing, the Lakers all but ended the game at the end of the first quarter where they had turned it into a blowout in their favor with the score standing at 38-18. For the rest of the game, the Lakers turned away every Utah attempt at a run, usually with a three-pointer. The Jazz would get no closer than eight for the rest of the game and when they did manage to cut the deficit to eight with less than five minutes remaining in the game, Kobe Bryant got to work, knocking down shots, hitting free throws and punctuating their lead and victory with an assist on a Lamar Odom dunk. By the end of the game a large section of the crowd was in Laker gear and the “MVP” chants started as the Lakers walked off of the court victorious in accomplishing what no other team has managed so far in 2008. They left Utah with the victory and climbed once again atop the crowded Western Conference. Only playing an eight-man rotation, the Lakers were led by Bryant’s 27 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Odom had 21 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists, Ronny Turiaf added 9 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Vladamir Radmanovic scored 13. Deron Williams led Utah with 26 points and 12 assists while Carlos Boozer scored 23 points to go with 15 rebounds. Andrei Kirilenko scored 15 points and Ronnie Brewer added 12 in the loss.
331 Responses to “The Post Up: Celtics top Texas Trio”
Mar.21 at 8:44 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
Sorry about leaving your Pistons, Tad. I’m still with them, if anyone asks. They were my pick and I accept it, but damn those Celtics are doing it really well right about now.
Mar.21 at 8:45 am
Bryan says:
First.I still think Boston doesn’t want any part of the Cavs.
Mar.21 at 8:45 am
Eboy says:
What’s up Shia, Holly.
Mar.21 at 8:46 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
Morning, Shia. I agree with you that Bron’s going to flip a switch and take it up a few more notches in the playoffs. He is a beast.
Mar.21 at 8:46 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
Hello, Eboy. Did you get to watch the LA game?
Mar.21 at 8:47 am
TADOne says:
No problem Holly. I’;m sure Shia has something to add to that. What up E, Shia.
Mar.21 at 8:47 am
Bryan says:
Hello everybody.
Mar.21 at 8:49 am
TADOne says:
First things first. Duke should have lost! I was on the edge of my seat hoping that the last second shot went in. This is a #2 seed? Really?
Mar.21 at 8:49 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
was anyone expecting the Celtics to be this good? I certainly was not.
Mar.21 at 8:49 am
Bryan says:
The Pistons are garbage.
Mar.21 at 8:50 am
Sesa says:
What up Holly, Eboy.
I think Ronny Turiaf had come up huge for the Lakers in the last 2 games. Whaddaya think Holly?
Mar.21 at 8:50 am
TADOne says:
Holly, I told you that picking USC was risky. Thing is, Beasley didn’t even dominate last night, and they still won. My bracket looks pretty good.
Mar.21 at 8:50 am
Bryan says:
I didn’t think they would be this good , but in hindsight I wonder how I could not have expected it. It’s not like these guys were on the downswing. Ray got 26 a game last year and KG was still getting 20 and 12.
Mar.21 at 8:51 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
yeah, Duke def didn’t deserve to escape with the W on that one, Tad. Damn Beas killed me. KS looked nice.
Mar.21 at 8:51 am
TADOne says:
Thanks Shia. I’m glad to see the early morning hasn’t stifled your hate.
Mar.21 at 8:52 am
Sesa says:
Ronny Turiaf’s so called presence in the low post had really open things up for Lamar and especially Radmanovic.
Mar.21 at 8:52 am
Eboy says:
I like Shia’s up front nature! Yeah, Holly, I saw the Laker’s game. They looked nice! F*ck Duke, they’ll be gone in the next two rounds. Michael Beasley for preseident! Celtics/Pistons will be the best series out of both conferences if it happens.
Mar.21 at 8:52 am
Sesa says:
opened. ardon me for the grammar
Mar.21 at 8:53 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
Yeah, Tad. As usual SLAM had perfect timing, running with the Walker feature on the site yesterday. Sesa: Turiaf has been our saving grace and it was cool to hear him mic’d up talking on the bench about their letdown in Dallas and just keeping the guys up. I’m most proud of LO in this stretch though.
Mar.21 at 8:54 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
I’m interested to see if the Newble signing goes through.
Mar.21 at 8:54 am
Bryan says:
I’d take PHX-LA or PHX-GS over any other series Eboy.
Mar.21 at 8:54 am
Sesa says:
Holly, Turiaf had 6 assist. He’d been running give and go to the other Laker
Mar.21 at 8:56 am
Eboy says:
PHX/LA would be great too. I actually think LA/GS would be more enticing than PHX/GS, Shia.
Mar.21 at 8:57 am
TADOne says:
I didn’t even know Newble was let go by the Cavs. Trust me Holly, you won’t be getting much out of him.
Mar.21 at 8:58 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
Sesa, I’m not taking anything away from Ronny, just saying as we head to the playoffs, I am most pleased with LO because we’ve been waiting so damn long for him to play like this. That Utah fan throwing the beer on the floor really made me crazy, too.
Mar.21 at 8:58 am
Bryan says:
What do you mean Eboy? The epic rematch between Shaq and Cwebb doesn’t entice you?
Mar.21 at 9:00 am
TADOne says:
Lakers humbled Utah last night. I was surprised. The Jazz were flat. Kobe is padding on to his MVP resume. Boston is……damn good. Nothing else I can say.
Mar.21 at 9:00 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
I’m not expecting much, Tad. I do like that he is another guy who can play some defense, especially while we wait for Riza to get back. As soon as we have Trevor healthy, I don’t anticipate Newble will get much time anyway.
Mar.21 at 9:02 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
I felt like we were going to emerge with the W, but I was prepared for a battle, not for the blowout! I appreciated the intensity though. I felt like the team grew up a bit last night. Even in the final seconds they were scrapping for every possession. Important as the playoffs get closer.
Mar.21 at 9:02 am
TADOne says:
CWebb hasn’t been cut yet? I thought Ariza was back by now?
Mar.21 at 9:02 am
Eboy says:
Well, Shia, I think Shaq and C-Webb may play a combined 48 minutes if that series happened.
Mar.21 at 9:05 am
Bryan says:
Haha I was kidding dude.Still though watching them run up and down the court while Amare eats up their post players would be awesome to watch. It would be a series where first to 150 wins.
Mar.21 at 9:05 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
yes, Tad about a week ago a report came out saying Riza may not be back until after the regular season. With the wonky reports coming out of LA lately, I’m not counting on anything positive, so I’m going to believe this one.
Mar.21 at 9:10 am
Eboy says:
The key player for Boston if they are going to get past the Pistons is……….ready? James Posey. Don’t believe me? Wait and see. His three point shooting and strong D will give Tayshaun and Rip headaches when he switches. He was huge for the Heat in their title run and I think he’ll do the same for Boston.
Mar.21 at 9:11 am
TADOne says:
Hold up, Bron only needs five more points to be Cleveland’s all time leading scorer? Wow.
Mar.21 at 9:11 am
TADOne says:
Posey?? I don’t believe you.
Mar.21 at 9:12 am
Eboy says:
Yeah, I was suprised when I heard that the other night too. But then I thought about the Cavs of the past and wasn’t too suprised after that.
Mar.21 at 9:13 am
TADOne says:
I need to dig up that picture of Posey at some party with his pants down and some girl doing something in front of him. That was classic. I think Lang posted it.
Mar.21 at 9:13 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
http://www.ohio.com/sports/cavs/16887816.html
379 games to do it, averaging 27.4 ppg. Damn crazy.
Mar.21 at 9:17 am
Eboy says:
Lebron is ok at basketball.
Mar.21 at 9:25 am
TADOne says:
I think the Sixers beat Orlando tonight. Call me crazy, but i think Dalembert can hold Howard in check and the young Sixers can get out and run on the rest of Orlando.
Mar.21 at 9:27 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
I’d love it, Tad. Love the underdog.
Mar.21 at 9:34 am
TADOne says:
The way the Sixers are playing, they may not be underdogs soon. The Warriors are going to run Houston out of the gym tonight.
Mar.21 at 9:36 am
TADOne says:
Cleveland is at home tonight too. They will probably stop the game and honor LeBron. Should be pretty good.
Mar.21 at 9:38 am
TADOne says:
Seattle is playing the Lakers in LA. Kobe will probably hang 50 tonight.
Mar.21 at 9:44 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
yup, they asked LO in postgame how it feels to have to face Seattle less than 24 hours after the Utah game ended. His response, “We get paid a lot of money to play the game that we love. It’s part of the grind to the playoffs”. Yes LO, thanks for recognizing this. Too many guys ignore that fact!
Mar.21 at 9:48 am
TADOne says:
Let me quotemonger that. What Odom was really saying: “Seattle? We play Seattle! Let’s strap them up. I have tougher games in practice!”
Mar.21 at 9:52 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
haha, true but you know what I mean.
Mar.21 at 9:53 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
SUCKS that Gelabale tore his acl…I’m wishing him a speedy recovery. Also, no Chris Wilcox for Seattle tonight.
Mar.21 at 9:55 am
Sesa says:
Holly, I idolize Kobe just like you too but you’re not a part of the Laker team.
Heheh
Mar.21 at 9:58 am
People's Princess says:
What up,my people???
Mar.21 at 10:00 am
TADOne says:
What’s up PP? I was wondering when other people would be stopping thru.
Mar.21 at 10:00 am
Sesa says:
Hi PP
Mar.21 at 10:00 am
TADOne says:
Oh, and hey Sesa.
Mar.21 at 10:00 am
People's Princess says:
Mornin Holly..CP3 jus punk’d Skip..big time..
Mar.21 at 10:03 am
Eboy says:
Morning PP. (That sounds really odd if taken out of context)
Mar.21 at 10:03 am
People's Princess says:
Hey Sesa..Yo Tad,is it Big Ben’s presence that trips ur guys up? Chitown with Big Ben beat up on u even though they suck donkey b*lls and now the Cavs too..Although it might be due to this guy called LeBron as well..
Mar.21 at 10:03 am
Sesa says:
What’s up TAD, I’m going to watch Lakeshow re-run so I can’t stay and chat.
Mar.21 at 10:04 am
People's Princess says:
Blech..I’d prefer P-Dub,then.thank you very much
Mar.21 at 10:06 am
People's Princess says:
Yo Sesa..Our boys destroyed Utah…Those rednecks deserve it too..And it didn’t even require Kobe explosion..sweet
Mar.21 at 10:06 am
TADOne says:
Good Sesa, that means we can clear the Laker fans out
Mar.21 at 10:07 am
TADOne says:
Ahhhhh…..didn’t know P Dub was a Lakers fan too. What, do you guys grow on trees?
Mar.21 at 10:09 am
Eboy says:
Utah is redneckish, P.Palito? Xplain please. My redneck thoughts usually begin with the Carolinas, Georgia, parts of Florida, Tennesse, Arkansas, Oklahomam, Texas. So confused.
Mar.21 at 10:10 am
Eboy says:
There weren’t to many claiming the squad over the last two seasons TAD. Funny what winning some games can do, right?
Mar.21 at 10:10 am
People's Princess says:
..Holly can bear me out on this one..
Yo check everyone of my Post Up comments Tad..Always been a Laker fan
Mar.21 at 10:11 am
Eboy says:
Oklahoma
Mar.21 at 10:11 am
TADOne says:
Mormons aren’t redneck, they’re just confused is all.
Mar.21 at 10:12 am
TADOne says:
Probably wasn’t paying attention P Dub. It happens from time to time with me.
Mar.21 at 10:14 am
hursty says:
hi everyone.
Mar.21 at 10:14 am
People's Princess says:
Umm 99% white pop which has a history of throwing out racial epithets to African-American basketball players..definitely redneckish..
Mar.21 at 10:15 am
hursty says:
hehe 69
Mar.21 at 10:15 am
Eboy says:
Is it really 99% white or is that an overexaggeration?
Mar.21 at 10:15 am
People's Princess says:
No prob Tad..Hey hursty,whaddup??
Mar.21 at 10:16 am
People's Princess says:
Prolly an overexaggeration..but not by much..
Mar.21 at 10:16 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
yeahhh PP. loving it. And Sesa, I’ve been down with Buss and his boys for as long as I can remember. The Lakers feel as much a part of my family as my family. haha.
Mar.21 at 10:17 am
Eboy says:
hursty, still waiting on the Easter Show game notes, you little kuckbarra, you.
Mar.21 at 10:23 am
TADOne says:
Eboy: Have Hursty email those to you. He typed them out yesterday and a whole fiasco popped off. Not sure where you were.
Mar.21 at 10:23 am
hursty says:
hi PP, eboy you stirred up a sh!tstorm yesterday and said nothing to cool it down haha. hows the kid?
At Duke being a two seed? no way, the dominance that UNC had over them 2 weeks ago was enormous, TH didnt even play well and Singler had almost no impact at all.
Mar.21 at 10:25 am
Eboy says:
Working like an a*shole, TAD. Actually will be out in about an hour again today. Have to have a closed door meeting with a Criminal Court judge before 1:00p so I’ll be invisible till Monday.
Mar.21 at 10:26 am
People's Princess says:
Btw Holly,big big ups to Michael Tillery on the AI piece.Just a brilliant piece of writing,period.Captured AI perfectly.Raw,emotional and so real.
Mar.21 at 10:26 am
Eboy says:
What sh*tstorm, hursty? And thanks, lil Eboy’s much better. Should I scan yesterdays comments?
Mar.21 at 10:29 am
hursty says:
me bet and a whole lot of arguements and curse words. ‘bringing the POst Up into disripute’. haha, its cool though.
Mar.21 at 10:30 am
TADOne says:
If you want E. Let’s just say it wasn’t pretty. It sorted itself out though.
Mar.21 at 10:31 am
TADOne says:
That Tillery piece was exceptional.
Mar.21 at 10:31 am
hursty says:
(this is also weird).
btw that q on the notes sounded very um… odd to say the least, im glad your married big boy.
Mar.21 at 10:34 am
TADOne says:
How ironic would it be for Houston to win 22 straight and then completely slide out the playoff picture?
Mar.21 at 10:36 am
Eboy says:
I read the comments, and all you guys need to chill the fu*k out, for real. Until SLAM stops delving into subjects not tied to basketball (ie: The Wire, Man vs. Beast, Pingu, Ping Ping, Lost, Heroes, Video games, hip hop, etc.)no one should be shutdown for putting something out. I think all of us who love the mag, love it for those reasons too. If I want straight ball talk and stats, I’ll be at ESPN and NBA.com. If I want real ball talk and occasional frivolity, I’ll be steady loving this place.
Mar.21 at 10:36 am
People's Princess says:
And would THAT make the Lig atleast consider removing the Conference Seeding system?
Mar.21 at 10:38 am
Eboy says:
And as far as the Post Up is concerned, Holly has made it clear what she likes and doesn’t like coming through her comments, so if you can’t follow her ruleset, ride the fu*k out.
Mar.21 at 10:38 am
People's Princess says:
Yo hursty where did u post ur Easter Day notes?
Mar.21 at 10:39 am
Eboy says:
Also, hursty, I appreciate that you tried to explain something to me yesterday and I missed it. You’re not the bad guy in this.
Mar.21 at 10:43 am
Eboy says:
Another thing, (I’m rolling right now) my brother, Izzo, your chastizing yesterday was a little misplaced. I can remember literally a dozen conversations, with you as a catalyst, regarding many things unrelated to basketball over the last 12 months. If you are going to choose to beat up on someone, do it consistently. We have all delved off topic, some more than others, so none of us “regulars” should be putting ourselves out like that. Love you anyway.
Mar.21 at 10:44 am
Eboy says:
Finally, Kobe is good at basketball.
Mar.21 at 10:45 am
hursty says:
i think the conference seeding is fu(ked up. how does denver (prior to utah being in the playoffs) get a better seed than the spurs?, also how can a team with the season split and more wins be ranked behind the other in standings and still get home court? wtf.
Mar.21 at 10:45 am
Eboy says:
And f*ck Duke.
Mar.21 at 10:46 am
TADOne says:
…
Mar.21 at 10:47 am
Eboy says:
hursty, because the NBA rules commision made a shi*ty evaluation a couple of seasons ago and now they have to live with it.
Mar.21 at 10:47 am
Eboy says:
Sorry to dissapoint you, TAD.
Mar.21 at 10:48 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
PP, Michael’s piece had me with the first sentence. It was brilliant, beautiful and perfect for the occasion. I commented over there, but thanks for bringing it up again and giving the man some more props. Damn fantastic piece and I’ve already got it saved to my desktop so I can read it again.
Mar.21 at 10:48 am
hursty says:
@ pp, i dodnt do all of em (i only just got to the arriving part), but it was y’day on the P.O. @ holly, my bad, but if thats the bad sh!t that you dont want posted why isnt it moderated? how can johnny rebel and his racist stuff get through..!? (not your fault obviously, i just dont understand.)
Mar.21 at 10:49 am
Eboy says:
Michael Tillery is a force of nature.
Mar.21 at 10:51 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
Hursty, we have censors set up but some stuff gets through. The Johnny Rebel stuff sickened me and I was so sorry I wasn’t here to delete it as it happened. We’ve gone through and upped some of the parameters, so hopefully Mr. Rebel won’t be trying to spread his ugly ignorance around this website anymore.
Mar.21 at 10:52 am
People's Princess says:
Yeah,went thru it hursty.
Mar.21 at 10:54 am
TADOne says:
Eboy: izzo did have a point though. He could have been more diplomatic, but I guess he wanted to make sure he was heard. We can go off topic, but it just needs to be kept to a minimum. We are all guilty of off topic ranting.
Mar.21 at 10:54 am
Eboy says:
Holly, sorry for the mini-rant, but much like you, I love this place from the dirt to the doors, and I just want everyone to be in tune with each other here so we can enjoy each others opinions and views on ball and whatever else may come up now and again.
Mar.21 at 10:55 am
TADOne says:
LeBron James.
Mar.21 at 10:55 am
TADOne says:
Had to throw some bball talk in there.
Mar.21 at 10:56 am
hursty says:
if anyone wants the ‘lowdown’ on the RES, then i’ll email it but otherwise i think we should let it die, being a sore spot and all.
Holly, good to know… but how does it get caught in moderation anyways? we could all swear and whatever here and it could go through… is it word pick up or do you need to clear each message?
Mar.21 at 10:57 am
People's Princess says:
The best part is AI doesn’t ever stick to the “I’ve moved on.Now getting a chip XYZ team,that I’ve just been traded to is gonna be my only ambition.”.He had a genuine connection with Philly and you could see it hurt him as much as anyone to having forced a trade.He almost sounds regretful at having forced a trade in anger.has any other superstar kissed the hardwood during the reg season ever? Jus one more reason to love AI..
Mar.21 at 10:58 am
Eboy says:
He did have a point, TAD, no question. So did Russ in his criticism last week. None of us are stupid, so I think we can all see when things are starting to go awry and I’m sure we can all be supportive as well as critical to keep the site jumping, know what I mean?
Mar.21 at 10:59 am
H to the izzo says:
Eboy:You are right,we did have some pretty odd/crazy/off topic convos but I don’t think that we were ever at the level of google translator and posting sh*t for the sake of it,seriously I didn’t want to come off as crank but I kind of did.Off topic is all well and good as long as it’s kept apropro.It’s just that some people(BET) seem intent on going of topic first and then maybe talking basketball.That’s not right.And I know this comment will probably start a slew of off-topicness again,so yes,I’m an idiot.
Mar.21 at 11:00 am
Eboy says:
Here’s a question to start back to ball talk, will AI be a Nugget next season? If they choose to move him where would he be a good fit and what could they get back for him. I think that may happen since Denver can’t seem to circumvent those turbulent Western waters.
Mar.21 at 11:00 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
I think you all know I appreciate this SLAM-fam more than anything and I’ll do whatever I can to make this space enjoyable. For me personally, the bottom line is, this is a space where I put a lot of time in, so I’m going to make sure I take care of it and ensure we are getting the best discussion we can possibly have. SLAM deserves nothing less. If we can agree on that, then we are all cool.
Eboy!! I’m definitely not trying to stifle anyone’s voice around here, the column wouldn’t be anything without all of YOU guys reading and responding everyday. It doesn’t have to stay solely on bball, but when one hundred of the two hundred comments are off-topic and are largely made up of things written on google translator, I’m not flying with that.
Mar.21 at 11:00 am
Bryan says:
What are you guys talking about?
Mar.21 at 11:01 am
TADOne says:
P Dub: AI is just genuine. No other way to describe it. The man has one of the biggest hearts I have ever seen. People hated on him and his “posse” when he dirst came in the league, but the man had a point in staying true to the people you grew up with and always had your back. It’s stuff like that that can get lost in translation with a lot of athletes.
Mar.21 at 11:02 am
Eboy says:
I love Holly and Izzo a smidgen.
Mar.21 at 11:02 am
Ben Couch says:
Aw, I appreciate yer awesome recaps, kid. Ha. Also, I def picked K-State to win twice because of Beastly Beasley … and my cousin went there. Ah, logic. PS
The Celtics sweeping the triangle was just surrious. I’m feeling a lot shakier about telling people Detroit is coming out of the East.
Mar.21 at 11:02 am
Eboy says:
Shia, where the hell did you disapper to?
Mar.21 at 11:03 am
TADOne says:
We are talking about the Pistons suck Shia. You have anything to add?
Mar.21 at 11:03 am
Bryan says:
I fell asleep haha.
Mar.21 at 11:03 am
H to the izzo says:
Shia:I got a bit cranky yesterday.I think that AI will be a Nugget next season.
Mar.21 at 11:04 am
hursty says:
how do you use google translator? im serious.
Mar.21 at 11:04 am
TADOne says:
*dirst=first
Mar.21 at 11:04 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
PP, Iverson is classy. Iverson is real. Iverson is no one else, but Iverson. When he held his head up high, eyes glittering with the tears that threatened to fall, every person in that arena could feel the love he had for the city and for each and every single fan who had ever supported him. That’s powerful. Dropping down to kiss the hardwood, that is real love for the city and love for the game. AI recognizes where his legacy began.
Mar.21 at 11:04 am
TADOne says:
Hey izzo: 14 out of 16. Where you at?
Mar.21 at 11:06 am
hursty says:
when is brandon roy going to show the stereotypical ‘i want more money’ part? hes seeming very level headed right now.
Mar.21 at 11:07 am
Eboy says:
TAD, maybe you can answer this for me, since I’m an idiot. I’m 14 out of 16 too, but almost everyone else with 14 has 192 points while I have 31. Do you know what that means?
Mar.21 at 11:07 am
Bryan says:
Where else would Iverson fit even if he did leave?
Mar.21 at 11:07 am
TADOne says:
I may be completely wrong, but Brandon Roy just doesn’t seem like that dude.
Mar.21 at 11:07 am
H to the izzo says:
TAD:13 out of 16.
Mar.21 at 11:08 am
TADOne says:
No clue Eboy. Let me take a look.
Mar.21 at 11:08 am
People's Princess says:
While I’m not a huge fan of AI’s game in general,there is just no questioning that man’s heart.People just appreciate what an athletic freak that man is.Its just not the blinding speed but the incredible durability.I mean,D-Wade played a similar game to A.I i.e “drive-get-fouled-hard-and-shoot endless FTs” during the chip run and he’s ended up a shadow of himself due to all the punishment dished out to him.And D-Wade is atleast 4 inches taller and has 40 pounds on AI!!!
Mar.21 at 11:09 am
Eboy says:
Shia, I bet he could put a team like Atlanta into contention. Orlando too.
Mar.21 at 11:10 am
TADOne says:
Eboy: 192 is most possible points you can get, that is what that is up there for. So yes, you are an idiot. How the hell do you practive law
Mar.21 at 11:11 am
Eboy says:
PP. let’s relax for a minute. Dwyane was a shadow of himself THIS season. His numbers are still solid, but to write him off completley is a little premature. AI is an anomoly regarding injury, so it’s hard to stack ANYONE up against him in that way.
Mar.21 at 11:12 am
TADOne says:
Iverson has stated he is staying in Denver. If he were to go anywhere else, it would be back to Philly.
Mar.21 at 11:12 am
People's Princess says:
Actually the Clips would love to have AI and AI would be soo right for LA.But cheapo Sterling would never approve of tat trade.Unless of course EB opts out.
Mar.21 at 11:12 am
Eboy says:
I need to “practive” more, I guess. That still doesn’t answer why I’m riding low on the score side.
Mar.21 at 11:12 am
Bryan says:
I personally think he stays in Denver but I’d like to see him go somewhere and drop 33 a game a again and be the f*cking man on a team in the playoff hunt back east.
Mar.21 at 11:13 am
TADOne says:
I think the fact the AI played football thruout high school helped him be as tough as he is.
Mar.21 at 11:13 am
H to the izzo says:
TAD:Arizona really f*cked me over.
Mar.21 at 11:13 am
Eboy says:
AI would light up the New York night for sure.
Mar.21 at 11:14 am
People's Princess says:
.And yes my reference was to the physical punishment he has taken uptil now and the extent to which it has taken a toll on him this season.
Yea Eboy I remember me n u goin back n forth on D Widdy the first time I started posting here
Mar.21 at 11:14 am
TADOne says:
“Practice? You talking about practice?! PRACTICE?!!”
Mar.21 at 11:15 am
Eboy says:
PP, you’re a good man/woman/child/illegal alien/ameoba!
Mar.21 at 11:17 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
love it tad. long live Ivy’s practice press conference. Classic.
Mar.21 at 11:17 am
TADOne says:
I didn’t even know Arizona played? Man, I need to pay attention.
Mar.21 at 11:17 am
TADOne says:
That had dual meaning since Eboy slammed me for my misspelling.
Mar.21 at 11:18 am
Bryan says:
I wish I could find a clip of both teams played hard.
Mar.21 at 11:18 am
People's Princess says:
..But for a guy compared to Kobe , it sure has been a steep fall.sorry,couldn’t resist getting that in..
Thanks,I think, Eboy
Mar.21 at 11:19 am
TADOne says:
Or typo I should say. Iverson talk never gets old to me. If Ivy ends up in NY, I’m going to the Garden.
Mar.21 at 11:19 am
People's Princess says:
I need to find the clip where AI breaks down when talkin abt Larry Brown.Brings a lump to my throat every time.
Mar.21 at 11:20 am
People's Princess says:
It was with Screamin Stephen A.Smith,I think..
Mar.21 at 11:24 am
Holly MacKenzie says:
I’d follow Ivy anywhere. It’s a goal to see him play next season for sure.
Mar.21 at 11:25 am
Bryan says:
I can’t believe I’ve never seen him play.I’ve seen a bunch of players , Steph, Vince, Jkidd, KG, Nash, Amare.But Kobe and Iverson two of my three favorite players of all time I’ve yet to see.And I’m running out of time.
Mar.21 at 11:26 am
Eboy says:
Sorry, TAD. Allright folks, I’m out for the rest of the day. Enjoy your weekends, Happy Easter to those that do that, and good luck to everyone in the SLAM tournament. Holly- love and repect to you always, the greatest female basketball journalist in the nation, TAD- you’re a great man, not a great speller mind you, and I still can’t overlook your Pistons love but you are my “cyber brother”. hursty-ride a kagaroo for me this weekend. Izzo-have a drink on me and enjoy the tournament. PP-hold strong with the Lakers love and maybe someday you will make that decision as to what you are clear to us. Late.
Mar.21 at 11:28 am
Bryan says:
Damn Eboy I can’t get no love?
Mar.21 at 11:29 am
hursty says:
bye eboy -im going swimming with dolphins
Mar.21 at 11:29 am
TADOne says:
Haha. No love for Shia. Eboy: You big sap.
Mar.21 at 11:32 am
Eboy says:
Shia, I was saving one special for you. “I love you forever, I love you always, you look like a flamer, can’t you stop being a ballbag?” I love you, my dude. Glad you’re back on the semi-regular. Also, both our teams are horrible so it’s hard to be relevant in these conversations. I hope the Easter Bunny sh*ts in your egg basket, fu*ker!
Mar.21 at 11:34 am
hursty says:
does america have the easter bunny?
Mar.21 at 11:34 am
Bryan says:
Thanks buddy have a good weekend.assh*le.
Mar.21 at 11:35 am
hursty says:
this will be interesting…
Mar.21 at 11:38 am
TADOne says:
I’m feeling sentimental. Where’s Bodie?
Mar.21 at 11:39 am
Michael Lee says:
did anyone else notice how the refs allowed the Jazz to beat Kobe down?
Mar.21 at 11:42 am
People's Princess says:
Have a good one Eboy.Hey Tad did u catch that John Salley comment on his role on the Bad Boys??
Mar.21 at 11:43 am
TADOne says:
I missed that PDub. What did he say?
Mar.21 at 11:44 am
TADOne says:
Michael: Kobe had the last laugh, so I’m not sure he cares. That’s what he works out for.
Mar.21 at 11:44 am
Bryan says:
Well I’m off to work also see you all Monday.
Mar.21 at 11:45 am
TADOne says:
Besides, if Kobe is feeling any type of way about not getting calls last night, I’m quite sure he’ll be taking out on the Sonics tonight.
Mar.21 at 11:45 am
TADOne says:
Later Shia. Don’t kill anyone.
Mar.21 at 11:46 am
People's Princess says:
I’ll try to orangify my name with the link.one sec..
Mar.21 at 11:48 am
TADOne says:
You should be orange anyway. Not that I’m racist or anything…..
Mar.21 at 11:50 am
People's Princess says:
hehe.check it out Tad..
Mar.21 at 11:52 am
hursty says:
PP just stepped up in the world of blogs/posting
Mar.21 at 11:53 am
Sesa says:
TAD, I’m not an American so I don’t jump into team’s bandwagon. I just root for the players I like regardless the team they’re playing.
I’ve just finished watching the re-run.
Mar.21 at 11:54 am
TADOne says:
Dammit, I don’t have my speakers wroking right now. I’ll be sure to check it out later though. Needforsheed.com is awesome.
Mar.21 at 11:55 am
People's Princess says:
actually thats just a video that I thot Tad would enjoy..I know I did..
Mar.21 at 11:56 am
TADOne says:
Sesa: I was messing with ya earlier. I like to pick fun with Laker fans.
Mar.21 at 11:57 am
TADOne says:
Anything Pistons would bring me enjoyment. I may need counseling.
Mar.21 at 12:00 pm
hursty says:
later guys, have a good weekend. just a thought here though,- if bet was a student, does this mean he would get maunday thursday off, thus no computer and no posting??? odd thats all. anyways, have a good one.
Mar.21 at 12:00 pm
hursty says:
sorry about no yellow. bye
Mar.21 at 12:01 pm
Captain America says:
Even though Sir Chuck may look pregnant, he obviously has not yet given birth.
Mar.21 at 12:02 pm
People's Princess says:
Eboy’s comment on what I was got me thinking.Click on my name and find out why my name is PP..
Mar.21 at 12:02 pm
Sesa says:
TAD, is that how a Detroit fans act. Please, you’re representing them.
Mar.21 at 12:04 pm
RV says:
damn Arizona, my bracket is perfect except for them, props to jawaan mcclellan, went to the same high school i went to, but he was mostly a shooter then, now he’s like the battier of the wildcats
Mar.21 at 12:05 pm
RV says:
Did anyoone know Boston not only swept Texas this road trip, but for the WHOLE season? they’re 6-0. Scary…
Mar.21 at 12:14 pm
People's Princess says:
I’ve a kindred soul in Co Co..latest piece of hers is up on The Starting Five..and its on Playoff reseeding..Shout out to Co Co..Good stuff girl,u read my mind
Mar.21 at 12:14 pm
hursty says:
PP thats funny, you the dude? just kidding?
Mar.21 at 12:16 pm
People's Princess says:
I wish,hursty..But no I wasn’t..that was probably the single funniest video i’ve seen..”Cheez doodles!!!”
Mar.21 at 12:18 pm
hursty says:
there should be a count on Stephen.A.Smith-at least 60. funny.
Mar.21 at 12:21 pm
TADOne says:
I need to peep Co Co’s stuff. I keep overlooking it. PDub: Your link doesn’t work. At least, not for me.
Mar.21 at 12:25 pm
TADOne says:
Didn’t know that stat about Boston. Detroit will have their hands full.
Mar.21 at 12:44 pm
albie1kenobi says:
didn’t jordan kissed the floor of the chicago stadium after the pippen charity game (that was during his first retirement i believe)? too bad Eboy ain’t around to verify this.
Mar.21 at 1:25 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
you knew it, albie! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li_YTGgkCG8&watch_response
Mar.21 at 1:33 pm
TADOne says:
I wonder if Ivy’s is on youtube?
Mar.21 at 1:48 pm
nick says:
I go on vacation/debate tournaments for a week and apparently the board had some sort of meltdown. I won’t even ask. In other news, the celtics officially scare me. I didn’t really beleive it until they swept texas in spectacular fashion. Why can’t the playoffs start now?
Mar.21 at 1:50 pm
Young Chris #3 says:
The Celtics are good.
Mar.21 at 1:51 pm
TADOne says:
Nick: So are you a good debater now?
Mar.21 at 1:52 pm
FLUD says:
Good goddamn friday to yiz all. Ya pile of dirtbagbballfiends. My goal next year is to be able to watch ANY games. The knicks and Heat is the only game I’ve seen this year. Live or on tv. Must have done somethin’ terrible in a former life. Easter-on folks!
Mar.21 at 1:54 pm
TADOne says:
Flud: God hates you. Seriously.
Mar.21 at 1:54 pm
nick says:
Tad: American Debate Association National Champion.
Mar.21 at 1:56 pm
TADOne says:
Really?? Then let’s find something in the NBA we disagree about and let’s debate.
Mar.21 at 1:58 pm
TADOne says:
I’m trying to figure out why my job has me at work on Good Friday and I literally have no work to do right now?
Mar.21 at 1:58 pm
H to the izzo says:
nick:wanna argue?
Mar.21 at 1:59 pm
TADOne says:
I asked first izzo. Get in line.
Mar.21 at 2:00 pm
TADOne says:
Gonzaga/Davidson is a good game. You watching?
Mar.21 at 2:02 pm
nick says:
Hmmm…what are the recent debates…European division? Late game replay? Reseeding? Kobe v. Lebron? Houston Rockets best team ever? Hakeem Ojajuwon the greatest thing to ever tough a basketball? I may be a little biased on the last two…but im up for anything.
Mar.21 at 2:03 pm
TADOne says:
I think we actually agreed on all those.
Mar.21 at 2:03 pm
H to the izzo says:
I am watching,my bracket is taking one helluva blow as we speak.
Mar.21 at 2:04 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
fantastic, Tad.
Mar.21 at 2:04 pm
TADOne says:
You have Davidson? If American beats Tennessee, I’m getting drunk tonight.
Mar.21 at 2:05 pm
TADOne says:
You mean the game Holly?
Mar.21 at 2:06 pm
H to the izzo says:
Stephen Curry 32 points-wow
Mar.21 at 2:06 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=jjKDkFhxNoI
Mar.21 at 2:08 pm
nick says:
Other topics for conversation: I think Chris Paul is the future. Luis Scola is the ROY. Gooden is a lock for the beard-off.
Mar.21 at 2:08 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=_jV9y1PW9zM&feature=related this fan video gives me chills to hear the crowd.
Mar.21 at 2:09 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
Nick, CP3 is both the future and the present. Horford for ROY, although Scola’s been damn valuable for Houston and Gooden is winning the beard bet for sure.
Mar.21 at 2:11 pm
nick says:
ummm…the curry family can shoot. I remember going to a game with my dad when i was younger. Del wetted a couple threes i asked my dad who he was. His response “that is del curry. He can shoot the sh!t out of a basketball.” Its hereditary, i guess.
Mar.21 at 2:11 pm
TADOne says:
Holly, you HAVE to be watching this Gonzaga game.
Mar.21 at 2:14 pm
TADOne says:
You know, I feel dumb, but I didn’t even realize that was Dell Curry’s son. I’m going back to my cave now.
Mar.21 at 2:14 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=E0JGn5ghZNQ hahahahahha if you can make it through ashton kutcher.. please watch ivy get punked.. his face when he sees the girl walk on by kills meee.
Mar.21 at 2:15 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
you know im watching tad.. and finding amazing iverson clips while im at it.
Mar.21 at 2:18 pm
albie1kenobi says:
you guys are so good at multitasking it’s ridiculous.
btw, go read today’s Links. it has (almost) nothing to do with the NBA but it’s a must-read.
Mar.21 at 2:19 pm
nick says:
Paul is now on the list of current players (with Kobe, Lebron, and maybe KG) who scare me. He’s one of those rare players who just gets this aura about him that when you watch, you just feel like he can’t be stop. Inever feel safe when my team is playing against him, I never stop watching when he plays. So scary.
Mar.21 at 2:20 pm
TADOne says:
Nick: If you click on my name, I wrote a blog piece on Paul. Have at it.
Mar.21 at 2:20 pm
albie1kenobi says:
remember when tmac used to be like that? me neither.
Mar.21 at 2:21 pm
TADOne says:
Albie: Seen it. Jones is bad man. Multi tasking is a gift of mine. It helps that I have dual screens too
Mar.21 at 2:22 pm
TADOne says:
TMac and Vince are cousins, so go figure. They must have ‘underacheiver’ in their DNA.
Mar.21 at 2:24 pm
nick says:
annnd, i can’t type. I did just watch a couple of Dell Curry clips though. While i can’t back this up statistically, i don’t beleive that he ever missed.
Mar.21 at 2:24 pm
albie1kenobi says:
which Jones are you talking about?
i’d LOVE to have dual screens. although i have a laptop i can pull the trick off, the fact that my back is facing the traffic so having a game on is probably going to be noticed by my boss, to say the least.
Mar.21 at 2:25 pm
albie1kenobi says:
when’s SLAM gonna pull out their top 50 players mess again? that was a lot of fun.
Mar.21 at 2:26 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
WOWWWWW
Mar.21 at 2:27 pm
H to the izzo says:
Stephen Curry.That is all.
Mar.21 at 2:27 pm
Holly MacKenzie says:
God damn!!!! Love the pointing to his parents!!!!!!!!!
Mar.21 at 2:27 pm
TADOne says:
Curry is f*cking killin it!!!!!!!
Mar.21 at 2:30 pm
H to the izzo says:
http://why-bother-reading.blogspot.com/2007/07/stephen-curry-next-great-bracket-buster.html
Mar.21 at 2:30 pm
H to the izzo says:
Adam Morrison is looking more like Jim every day.
Mar.21 at 2:31 pm
albie1kenobi says:
i’m missing a hell of a performance am i not? what game is this?
Mar.21 at 2:31 pm
TADOne says:
I should have picked Davidson….
Mar.21 at 2:31 pm
nick says:
Tad: “his future is damn near incandescent.” Well put. The Zeke comparison is on point. Paul has that mercurial combination of strength, speed, skill, and spirit. I think you can evaluate any player off the combination of those 4 standards. Great players excell at two or three. All time greats have them all in spades. Through that lens, paul looks like an all time great.
Mar.21 at 2:31 pm
TADOne says:
Funny izzo, he is too.
Mar.21 at 2:33 pm
TADOne says:
Albie: Was speaking of the one and only Ryan Jones. Can’t believe you asked that.
Mar.21 at 2:34 pm
TADOne says:
And yes Albie, you missed a great game. Nick: Thanks man. I had fun writing it.
Mar.21 at 2:35 pm
H to the izzo says:
albie1kenobi is a gentleman and a great guy.
Mar.21 at 2:37