Round 2, Game 4: vs New Orleans
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 10, 2008 8:52 AM CDT
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In 2002, there was a great movie released called Bubba Ho-tep. Most of you guys have probably never heard of it. I'm telling you RIGHT NOW that you should watch it. The movie is just brilliant. It's about two guys in a retirement home in East Texas that is being stalked by a chaps wearing mummy. One of the guys is an Elvis impersonator who now thinks he is Elvis, the other is a black man who thinks he is JFK. What does Bubba Ho-tep have to do with the Spurs? Nothing. This is about US, the PtR family. We, like the old men, are being attacked by an Undead enemy --blog trolls-- who attempts to slap his lips on our assholes to suck our souls. We need to band together, be diligent, and watch our assholes until this antagonist has been vanquished.
In the meantime, bone up on your game day rituals and routines. LatinD wants to know what they are and how much you are willing to bring to the Mojo table.
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I don’t want to make any predictions on the series because I’m that worried of jinxing them.
by Linix129 on May 10, 2008 11:12 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Come on Tony, show a little attitude
The last game I get angry looking at Tony laughing and making jokes with Chris Flop 3
I’m not sayig: “go and break the bastard face”, but at least show some focus, some competitiveness.
I never see other spur making jokes to rivals…
by piojo777 on May 10, 2008 11:17 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think Tony did get pissed the other night when Paul took a dive along the sideline to draw a foul. Tony and Paul were talking and you could tell (at least I’m saying I could tell) that Tony was frustrated with him. That’s good as far as I’m concerned.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 10, 2008 11:38 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I voted Spurs in 7...
...every time this poll was put up (crossing fingers)
by Gino20 on May 10, 2008 12:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Manu's victims
in game 3 included Mo Peterson, Bonzi Wells, Jannero Pargo and Julian Wright. Who else will he torch in game 4?
by 4Him on May 10, 2008 1:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Your forgot CP3. Paul guarded Manu for like 2 possessions and Manu posted him up each time. One led to a wide open 3 for Bowen and the other Manu badly missed a bank shot. I think Byron realized it wasn’t a favorable match up though and he took Paul off him quickly.
by speedostuffer on May 10, 2008 2:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
GAME 4 PREVIEW
19:00 PM SA – 21:00 PM ARG
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(Sort of) Interesting facts:
► Previous games: They have met 4 times this season.
→ Nov/09/07 – SA 97 | NOH 85 – @ NO.
→ Jan/26/08 – NOH 102 | SA 78 – @ SA.
→ Feb/23/08 – SA 98 | NOH 89 – @ SA.
→ Mar/12/08 – NOH 100 | SA 75 – @ NO.
► Plays from game 3:
→ Spurs’ Backcourt: Parker and Manu exploded for 62 points.
► Parker and Manu combined for 62 points (31 each) with a great efficiency of 50% (23/46 FG). They also had 17 of the 28 assists by the Spurs during game 3.
► There were 7 lead changes and 10 ties during Thursday’s game.
► The Spurs dominated almost every aspect of the game. They won the rebounds battle (43-41), assists (28-15), 3pt% (44-18), FT% (81-71). The Hornets won in FG% (49.4-48.2) and steals (4-3).
► Manu, coming out as a starter for the first time this postseason, was in charge of the Texan knockout in the last quarter. He scored a wide open triple and was fouled by Bonzi Wells. The FT completed the rare 4-point play, and put the Spurs ahead 87-82. 38 seconds later, Manu scored another threepointer that extended the Spurs’ lead to 90-84.
► In the 4 conference semifinals, the home teams are 10-0.
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(Likely) Starting lineup:
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INTERVIEWS:
Spurs:
→ In the locker room after the victory:
Tony ParkerKurt Thomas
→ Press conference:Manu GinóbiliTim DuncanCoach Pop
Hornets:
→ Press conference:
Coach Byron ScottChris Paul and David West
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Transmissions:
NBATV will broadcast the game, so no NBA League Pass feeds for this one – and there probably won’t be any for the rest of the playoffs. However, one of the WMOE channels (probably WMOE 1) will show the game. To watch these channels you need:
1. Internet Explorer
2. Sopcast
To tune into it: enter the STOOGETV site, go with your mouse to the WMOE button on the left-hand menu, and then click on the channel you want.
If that doesn’t work, check the links below:
...And if there’s no other choice:
by LatinD on May 10, 2008 4:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Since a couple of months ago, I assumed Manu would get back into the starting lineup at some point in the playoffs. When the chips are down, even the conservative Spurs know their top guys need to be in the game as much as possible.
by Gino20 on May 10, 2008 4:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i had been suggesting manu’s return to the starting five pretty much the whole time – and it was not very popular among the PtR crowd. i suppose that one could make the argument that now is the time for him to expend the energy he had been saving all year. either way, here’s oping that the extra day of rest is helpful for the healing process.
by bones on May 11, 2008 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I admit, I was not in favor of Manu starting. I worry about the lack of bench points and I wonder how long Pop will stay with this line up. However, it seems to have worked in game 3 and I think we should stick with if it is working in this series.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
spurs 102
hornets 89
dave mcnulla
spurs fan
by dmcnulla on May 10, 2008 6:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The tide continues to turn...
Spurs 104
Hornets 92
by 4Him on May 11, 2008 5:50 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lets get them thinking...
Spurs 102
Chris Pauls 95
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 10:31 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Spurs 101
wasps 90
Since the Argentine blue football shirt worked so well, I’m going with another Argentine inspired Manu shirt…. and the whole losing my voice at the game.
GO SPURS GO!
I am happy. I am proud. - Manu Ginobili
by bellasa on May 11, 2008 12:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Spurs 99
Hornets 97
I’m Nervous as all hell.
by speedostuffer on May 11, 2008 3:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Bruce Campbell is a God (he’s the guy who plays the Elvis impersonator in Ho-tep). I also recommend Campbell in the Evil Dead movies (directed by Spiderman director Sam Raimi before he blew up). If you haven’t seen them, they’re great low-budget horror films that are genuinely scary and hilarious. I recommend.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on May 11, 2008 6:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i dont really have a set pre-game ritual, but during the play-offs i always drink out of a spurs plastic cup from AT&T. this year, its the big black soda cup with four trophies on it.
its not much in the way of karma, but its all i got.
by bones on May 11, 2008 6:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i always wear my Tim Duncan jersey. And after the first two games, I decided to wear my Punisher shirt under that, and we won game three, so I’m in my punisher shirt with timmy jersey over it again…
by Krukow on May 11, 2008 6:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Every time that I decide to wear a jersey or do something special for a game, we lose. So my mojo is to do….nothing.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 6:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
LET’S ROLL THESE BITCHES! We even up this series up tonight.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
TNT just beats the crap out of ESPN in all aspects of presenting NBA games. That intro with Parker and Paul was outstanding (as TNT’s intros always are).
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
NOOCH has played very well for all 3 games. they are due for their own “P” game….jst sayin.
by bones on May 11, 2008 7:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
My thoughts exaclty
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What happened to you Chuck? You used to be with us man.
This playoffs has been an odd switch, Chuck’s picking against us and Kenny has been talking the Spurs up at every opportunity.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Now he’s talking shit about the “old guys!”
Fuck you Charles Barkley.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m waiting for the C Flopper 3 to have a off night in this series. Maybe tonight?
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I”m so sick of these kevin garnett commercials. The guy hasn’t won ANYTHING.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If we are hoping for CP3 to have an off night we are screwed. We just gotta stop the other guys.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
why not have both?
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I honestly don’t see the guy having an off night. Ever.
Maybe I’m just scared of him.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I concur. And yet, we should never lose to them. Give him the Amare treatment and let everyone else get stuffed.
by Krukow on May 11, 2008 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You might have just Jinxed CP3…
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Reggie’s right, we’re still due a classic Timmy game…
by Krukow on May 11, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Timmy should be as close to 100% as he can be, I’m looking for him to put his mark on the series.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Prediction: Paul injures himself trying to flop.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
and when i said that, timmy missed a bunny. FUCK
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice Tony.
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
tony needs to teach timmy hot to shoot a layup…
I kid, mostly…
by Krukow on May 11, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Timmy needs to quit pressing so much and just play.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tim with the hook. I love when tim makes them early
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tony passed to manu, someone call stampler!
by Krukow on May 11, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Defense. I want to see some defense in the first quarter. And rebounding.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Parker! god he’s nasty
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Parker with the J. He’s going off
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Great hands by Manu and a J by Tony.
Tony’s going to drop 40 again.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
oh shit, if bowen shows up, i like our chances…
by Krukow on May 11, 2008 7:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn it. a long 2 by bowen
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
God if Bruce’ll can that outside jumper we are going to win.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Parker should have gone with the floater there.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m very impressed with Kurt’s defense on West so far.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
West is the NOLA star most likely to have an off night because of his love of the jumpshot.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ok on the right page now. keep this shit at the top dammit
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 7:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
File a complaint with the management! :)
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s Stampler and his 70’ posts.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
haha, just did
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 7:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
the river city? the alamo city seems more like it. sounds better at least
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 7:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wonder how much acid Craig Sager took during the 70s
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
what the fuck? that is… befriending the enemy!!!!!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 7:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tony should have slipped Chris a roofie at dinner last night and dumped him in the river.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tim is 1-2 on layups and Peja is 1-3
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wtf is bruce doing?
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 7:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That looked like a craptastic call. But it was hard to see what he did.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tim with the Hook!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Manu for 3!!!!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Jesus someone get physical with paul
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tony needs to follow through on his free throws.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
And, of course, Manu immediately comes out.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tim’s getting angry out there, he just yelled at Bruce for not spacing the floor.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Timmeh!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I like it. Tony’s getting to the basket and line with ease.
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He sucks at D but hopefully he’ll have another rebounding night like he did in Game 3.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Box score
http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/boxscore;_ylt=AkVqbOCB7CM.7qWSGn8keEc5nYcB?gid=2008051124
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Crap. We can’t afford to let Pargo get going off the bench.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow Parker’s jump shot is falling tonight! Reminds me of game 3 vs phx
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Flop #1 tonight for Paul. Over/under for the night? 5?
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well his season average is 7 a game, so i’m going with the overs
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
God Fab is terrible.
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hey, paul out of control for a change. First time this series.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Goddammit Coach Poop, if Finley isn’t making shots you gotta put Barry in.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Time to get manu going.
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn, c’mon FinDog. We need him and Bruce to hit those shots.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
looks like they’re doubling duncan less. that’s an adjustment i’d welcome.
you ain't a beauty but hey you're all right.
by kalone on May 11, 2008 7:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
CP already has 2 turnovers. I also really don’t understand what Barry has done to get in the doghouse.
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 7:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pop seriously tuned down the rotation which hurts us in the long run (and possibly the short term if FinDog returns to form).
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
we are playing well enough i think, but nooch hasnt been real good. at all yet they are only -2. those two treys by pargo is keeping them close.
by bones on May 11, 2008 7:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That second three by him was inexcusable. Finley should know that you have to pick that guy up in transition.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I dont think he’s in the doghouse, there’s just no one for him to guard…all their guards can score: Paul, Pargo, Wells, Peja
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We need Barry on Mo Pete maybe?
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m not seeing stellar D from Fin either.
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He has the legs to run around screens with Pargo or Peja. Neither of those guys are real good at scoring off the dribble.
Its not like Finley does anything defensively.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah that’s the one person I would like him to guard so he could get on the floor.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I really wish they would get rid of these coach interviews between quarters.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
MANU 3!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
MANUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU
and yeah West is sucking.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ime is in now. Hopefully he’ll hit some shots! IME FOR 3!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wowwwwwwwwwww, Ime without the hesitation.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love seeing a SF that Wells cant punish (Ime)
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn Ime playing like a baller now! Drew the charge
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Push this lead with Tim on the bench!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It’s all about the D when Paul is on the bench.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
manu with the teardrop. he’s feeling it
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Chandler’s out..the lane should open up bigtime
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 7:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’d like to see a replay to see if Manu was pushed. Otherwise, even I think it was a charge.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m beginning to think that Oberto just really likes to piss West off. And I’m cool with that.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ps - i really really really don't like miller as a commentator
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 7:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Reggie is such a tool
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’s just terrible. My wife thinks he’s good-looking. We fight about this.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
he’s probably one of the few people with an iq lower than sir charles
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I loved his game but as a commentator he’s horrible. He has an annoying voice and comes up with stupid ideas.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I liked the replay where he was talking about duncan’s pass out of the double and the 2nd new orleans defender was about 7 feet away
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Great flop by West there. Learning something from Oberto’s D.
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I want you guys to know that I have made it to the 9:00 mark of the second quarter without bagging on the refs. I’ll expect my award from Matthew in the mail.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The refs are letting us play physical, basically the best possible officiating we could hope for.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I feel like West is always so close to losing his mind and just punching someone. He just has that look.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I would pay anything to see Ime and West in a cage fight.
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I love the pace of the game. This feels like a classic spurs game. Let’s just stay aggressive and in control
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Mike D to the Knicks is going to be a fucking disaster.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow great d by us
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Holy shit, Ime….. who is this guy?!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oberto draws the foul on West.
I know we bag on the guy but he is awesome sometimes.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Fab is in his head. I think he might have set up house in his noggin.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
10 pt lead!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
TIMMMAHHHHH GET THAT SHIT OUTTA HERE PARGO
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Bowen for 3!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love the way Pop is bringing Tony and Manu in and out a lot.
Bruuuuuccceeeee!
That was all set up by the FinnnnnDogggggg passing up a jumper he would have missed.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I was fully prepared for him to upfake, take one dribble, and take a jumper fading back and to the left.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ime’s cut to the lane completely sucked in wells and left bruce all by himself. a great play.
by bones on May 11, 2008 7:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ime from the regular season finally showed up.
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
New Orleans isn’t running their offense and they are panicking. That was a classic panic move by Pargo after he got the rebound to try to take it back up in heavy traffic.
Let’s see if we can keep this going when Paul comes back in.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 7:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We can’t lose with Tommy Lee Jones in the house.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 7:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
hornets are playing scared I can’t believe wright passed up that 3
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 7:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
NO is really hesitant on their jumpers tonight
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 7:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Our D is looking sick! Parker! 15 pt lead!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 7:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Finley for 2!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
OH my God Finley hit PTR’s least favorite shot.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
17pt lead!!!!
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love the way Ime rebounds in traffic.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Now this is how I expect the spurs to play!
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 8:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
How was that a foul on Tony? I wasn’t watching it really.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
bruce and ime in at the same time is like calling off your forecheck in hockey. i suppose that it works +17
by bones on May 11, 2008 8:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow. A crazy touch foul on Chandler.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
TIM!!!! AND ONE
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by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hopefully we’ll make it 3, although Chandler isn’t being too effective. Their double is coming way too late and Tony’s getting in the lane. I wish Manu would go to the rack a bit more, though.
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They’ve been doing a good job of trapping him.
Although that crossover on Peja made me a little wet.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
we need to push this up to 15 for the half.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes..we need a blow out to rest the starters.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 8:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wherever you are SiMA, you are doing the right thing.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
“It’s not mother’s day in Argentina, so it doesn’t count for me”. Hahahahaha Manu.
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hey Marv, it’s Manu…NOT MONO.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tim is dominating the paint.
West is such a bitch.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
CP crying like a little bitch again. Good for your third turnover asswhipe
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We are only 4-12 from 3, seems like we’ve hit more than that.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 8:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Come on guys. We have to keep this above 10
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Dan Crawford poozed out and called the double foul on a Manu semi-flop.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Who calls a double foul in the playoffs?
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
the hornets are confusing chippy fouls with aggressive play. that’s good fir us.
you ain't a beauty but hey you're all right.
by kalone on May 11, 2008 8:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Umm..no call on Chandler for holding Tim???
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 8:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tyson Chandler completely HELD Tim on that.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
A standing ovation for Horry….why?
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Chandler might be the best in the league at getting away with offensive fouls.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Let’s have a good possession here.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, that’s what I was thinking. A Horry fadeaway.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
HORRY
Horry ties Kareem Abdul Jabbar for #1 all time in Playoff Games Played.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ATTENTION MANU:
STOP SHOOTING FUCKING THREES
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah…. please explain.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ah, we bust out the hack-a-ty
Pop is going to make sure the league changes the rules.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ATTN Pop: Stop letting them get easy points back from the line
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I like this actually.
It ensures that we have a good last possesion of the game.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Now if Tim can make the free throw. We’ll be plus one on the hack-a-ty.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
we are playing great offense and good defense. I’ll take a 55 point half.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The only thing I could complain with is that we could shoot a little better from 3 point range.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 8:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow I just watched that play on DVR 3 times…Nice push off CPFlop
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
C-Flop is very physical, especially against Parker. In the playoffs you’ll benefit from that more than pay for it. He’d probably have been called for at least 2 offensive fouls - this last play, maybe, and the one on the baseline where he clocked Tony in the mouth - if this were a regular season game.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Didn’t expect to get a call, just an observation
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m with you on that. I was just observing as well.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
paul is only -2. our stretch when he was out is the difference.
roho earned his minute with a bucket and a really good trip on defence vs. david west.
by bones on May 11, 2008 8:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, I’ve ended my first half abstinence. Great game so far, I like how our guys are playing and our intensity. And Ime Fatality kicked ass for the minutes he was in.
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 8:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oh, bull, we know your sister just let you have the computer finally.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Damn it AusTechSpur, you read me like an open book.
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tim Duncan passed Kareem tonight for #1 all time in Playoff Blocks with 401
Man, Kareem is getting killed in the record books tonight.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The records on blocks are a travesty though, they didn’t count them back when Bill Rusell played. And he was a beast.
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 8:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh no you didn’t! You best not be starting shit on Bill “11 rings” Russell. According to legend, those who badmouth him shall be blocked forevermore.
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 8:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I didn’t badmouth the greats, just saying it’s hard to compare. Like sure Wilt averaged 50 a game 1 season, but he couldn’t do that in this NBA
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know I know, but the dude could block or tip Wilt’s shot, how many people could do that?
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If Pop’s serious about his short rotation then I’d rather see Ime.
Don’t get me wrong, I’d LOVE to see Bones get minutes but I doubt it with how Pop is running the rotation.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ime played some quality time in the first half.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m glad Ime got some time. Aside from being a good defender he’s an underrated offensive weapon and he showed it
by Kid_Dynamite on May 11, 2008 8:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If it was up to me I’d have Bones be the primary swingman off the bench with Ime right behind him. They both offer way more than Finley.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow, we shot 57% in the first half. Not sure if we can keep that up.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 8:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That’s why it all about our 2nd half D
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If they keep single covering Timmy and letting Tony get in the lane we will.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i like what i see. let them boys keep up the 2nd half the way they done did the first and we are all going to be getting to 3rd base tonight! haha.. hick talk
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I really suck at analyzing b-ball, does anyone know why Byron Scott decided not to double Tim anymore? Or to not double him as hard?
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 8:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I would imagine because the Spurs shooting hurt them so bad in Game 3.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’s what I thought too, but I figured he would take his chances on us shooting the lights out.
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 8:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I figure he was just trying to change things up. Expect them to double him this half.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh yeah… scrappy doo… genius. thank you
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
because we were raining the 3 ball… thats my assumption
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
oh yeah, i effing love you guys. thanks for making this site awesome. there, i said it tear
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m enjoying the new spurs style of playing well the whole game. well… maybe I shouldn’t say anything until the 3rd quarter starts
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 8:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You shut your mouth.
It is nice to see the Spurs winning the rebounding and assist battles.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know my bad… I shouldn’t jinx nything
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Please don’t let me down in this second half please please please
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
take that fucking flower off… dear god
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
seriously, it takes two half to make a whole
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
at least to make me sleep nice
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thats 3 fouls on chandler
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nice start… piss off west I love it when he’s pissed he plays like ass
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 8:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i heart thee… crappy doo is ridiculous
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wish a cage dropped down on C-Flop and Crazy Eyes
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Great D
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Great pass by Manu and great finish by Timmah
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I like our chances if we are shooting layups.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Healthy, playoff Timmy my heart skipped a beat
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 8:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You're crazy
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I mean, I don’t like it when he misses either, but I’m not telling him to stop playing his game
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And Timmy’s 3rd “and-1” of the game
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
DUNCAN AND 1
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Fucking A, Tim has just got his game going.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
awesome looks like we can officially quit worrying bout Peja Bruce is sufficiently in his head
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 8:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Fancy that..Bowen is a good defender who can shut people down including Peja.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 8:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
even when bruce isn’t even guarding him!
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And frankly, they weren’t calling that a foul in the first 2 games.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
hahahaha
awesome!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
hahahahahaaha Everyone is abusing Tyson Chandler
He’s got FIVE FOULS.
by JamesR on May 11, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
3 fouls on chandler in 3.5 minutes. See you again in about 16 minutes
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i could read chandlers lips… give me a bar of soap!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
20 pt lead!
Lets blow this bitch open!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Now Manu needs to get himself going on the line.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i had to windex my television
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow the bar for basketball IQ has just been raised
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 8:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
With Tyson out we are going to start the layup drill.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ginobili needs to get to the rack
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tony has issues
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i am drinking like a mad man… ok not really. 1 down
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
MANU AND 1!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
fucking manu!!!!!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Let’s have some good offense.
That will do.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 8:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i am about to do my tv. right now.
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That give a whole new meaning to turning your tv on
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
MANU!!!!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Byron Scott might want to invest in a timeout.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
spurs are effing up the place. they say, ” you know what crappy doo…. taste these balls motha lickas!”
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We just need to keep this lead. We always get complacent with big leads and they end up trimming it down to like 8 and then its a game again.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Completely agree, also, what effect could a 20 something point loss have on the Hornets?
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i love rocking a spurs jersey in dallas
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I did that during the 06 finals just to be obnoxious
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They have hit two 3’s in a row and we miss a dunk.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
FINNNNNNDOOOOG!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
but fret not ATS: FinnnnnnnnnnnnnDoggggggggggggggg!!!
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
No call on the West clearout—Bowen misses another open shot
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Imagine that. West is loosing his cool.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
“Loosing his emotions” according to reggie
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bowen sold it with a flop too
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
this series better shut every hornet fan who thinks we play dirty up
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 8:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Miller called that a flop by Bowen. I don’t know. A good shove up high might be a reason to fall.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Looks like I was out voted. It was a flop.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What the shit…bowen hit both free throws
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow! How did they not see the travel
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 8:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Another offensive foul on Paul where he cleared out Tim with the off arm.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We need a 20 pts lead going into the 4th
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
dear diary,
reggie miller annoys the fuck out of me.
sincerely,
ashley
sa, tx
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Fuck it. Let’s stay focused fellas. Stay focused.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tony could be one of the worst free throw shooters amongst PGs
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow did you see how turned around C-Flop was on that replay? hahahhhaha
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ha, that was funny. Tim threw Ime the ball after the board because he looked like Tony.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
surely he saw john carpenter’s the thing growing on his arm.
you ain't a beauty but hey you're all right.
by kalone on May 11, 2008 9:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Let’s increase this lead to 30, then rest starters in the 4th
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 9:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ok, right now the way we are playing, fuck the lead, we just need to keep playing this way. we dont need to be little babies with a lead. if we keep up this type of play, hornet will be washing the jock straps tonight
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
This is a statement game. We blow them out. They’ll be thinking about it. And they will have all of the pressure on them to win game 5. I love it.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
pop and tony. soon they’ll be jogginh on the beach together.
you ain't a beauty but hey you're all right.
by kalone on May 11, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
holy shit, i will cry rivers if tony parker doesnt retire a spur… just a thought
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i promise his jersey would hang from the rafters
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He has 4 rings and was the finals MVP. If he finishes as a Spur he’ll hang in the rafters. Avery’s up there!
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 9:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
keep the petal to the metal boys!!!!!
my son took over the laptop with a spelling game, so i was off for a bit but in fairness to him, he jumped up and down on the couch yelling go spurs go as a reaction to frenchy’s spin move.
manu’s flat-footed bitching of peja was one of the best things i’ve seen tonite.
carving these guys up like a thanksgiving turkey.
by bones on May 11, 2008 9:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It’s a Manu shitfest right now.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Bowen or Finley…one of you shoot that ball please.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i am loving this so much right now!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
little stinkers
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
4 turnovers in a row to end the quarter.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
GOD THIS FEELS GOOD
24 point lead going to the 4th
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
OK. I want everybody’s opinions. What is Pop going to say in his interview?
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nothing, he’ll just spit on the Craig Sager’s face and walk away.
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Do you think Pop will call him a Foofer?
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I say Pop says, “We’re playing pretty well”.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
“Craig, I would shoot myself if I was you.”
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Craig will ask if he’s pleased with the way the Spurs are playing and Pop will say yes then blow his nose on his suit
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 9:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wish I could in the same room with "Ginobili Sucks" right now.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
*be
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
OK with the scrubs in lets put this game away for good
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 9:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow NO has emptied their bench
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We need to keep executing. Don’t get sloppy.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i have a boner
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i dont want to go the way of subs just yet.
by bones on May 11, 2008 9:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
... not anymore
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
they always talk about argentina anytime his ass makes a shot. assholes
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ooooo, Fab. I will make love to my tv again.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
dear diary,
we are fucking them up.
tommy
age 12
kansas
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Done and done. Fab just undressed a scrubby
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on May 11, 2008 9:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i have one for you. haha, jk. i like girls
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pop needs to get FinDog some reps to get that shot going. OK. That’s BS. I think he just hates Brent.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Dear diary,
moognish is gay. I had no idea.
Jasper
Age 31
Austin
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
im just trying to erase the mental image of a guy in austin mounting his TV…....
by bones on May 11, 2008 9:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s one of those 56” numbers. You can lay on top of it.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Peja: A cool, refreshing -23 tonight. Nice job.
by BUTD on May 11, 2008 9:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i disagree… i think pop is sticking with what rules right now. he will give brent some time.
dear diary,
moognish rules life.
batman
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Here’s my question. Do you think that Matthew got completely trashed today at his mom’s house and passed out before the game? He’s gone missing for the whole game.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
dude, he is wasted in a fetal position somewhere. who the hell knows
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i will not sleep well if barry doesnt score something awesome
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Man Charles Barkley was spot on with his prediction…. I can’t wait to hear what he says after the game.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
THEY PLAYED LIKE A BUNCH OF KNUCKLE HEADS
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'M NOT GONNA PUT CP3 IN MY FIVE
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
his young guns shot themselves in the foot.
by bones on May 11, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
game over yatches!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oldies are getting good rest thank god
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
There wasn’t anything “sky” about it
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yea… no sky. more like whyhook
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i can’t wait for barkely to explain himself. crappy doo has sad face. me likey
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
im a little drunk. i am all alone and in a jersey. how lame am i.. or… awesome
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m sober with no jersey and I’m alone. I think you are awesome.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If you mean only in a jersey, that’s a little bit too much info.
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
either way, its more awesome than me right now.
by bones on May 11, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ime is all over the place. I’d called him Ime “Jumper” Udoka, but that movie sucked.
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We are kicking their ass on the glass. 41-29.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
run clock and dish to barry!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
EEEEEEEEEEEMAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
does anyone watch the closer? it looks sucky
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
“Horry has made the playoffs every year” – that’s a great legacy.
by 4Him on May 11, 2008 9:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Man, I so expected to see Pop light his Matt Bonner victory cigar….
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
There’s the problem. With Bonner inactive, Pop is telling the guys he doesn’t expect to rout the opponent.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bonner has been inactive pretty much every game.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh please get to 30 pt lead
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hahahahahah JV what the shit was that pass in the 2 on 1?
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 9:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
TD
When I heard that Duncan has had the flu the last week it explained a lot of his troubles in the first few games. Most people think the flu is a stomach ailment. In fact, it usually involves the upper and sometimes lower respiratory system and, in addition, can give a high fever. I don’t know if any of you have tried to play any sport with a fever and probably some airway inflammation but it goes a long way toward excusing his performance. I think everyone on New Orleans better get used to the healthy Tim. I am not watching the game or following the blog but I gather he has shown a “slight” improvement.
by dr on May 11, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It is very encouraging to think that what we had in games one and two in New Orleans was a sick Tim. I like our chances going back there. Tim has looked FREAKING AWESOME tonight cleaning the glass and challenging shots.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If the refs call it straight up, we’ll win game 5.
by 4Him on May 11, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
seriously, they have some shit to think about going home. some SHIT THINK ABOUT. i love this. crappy doo is going to pout all the way home with his ipod on jamming the spacejam soundtrack
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
NO will look at game 5 as a must win. It’s going to be clutch.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
im such an ass
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
What are you talking about? How could someone when get sick whe we’re kicking the Hornets @$$!!!!!
I LOVE THE SPURS!!!!
VAMOS ARGENTINA!!! Please visit my blog @ http://mundoalbiceleste.blogspot.com
by sivanjohn on May 11, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
beautiful game folks
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nice to be back even for sure. another game 7 coming up tuesday.
by bones on May 11, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
fuck.. i want a 20+ lead!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
2-2
“Ginobli Sucks”, I know you’re reading this from somewhere… How do you like them apples?!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think you suck Big Time, LOOOOOSSSSEEEEEEEEERRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!
VAMOS ARGENTINA!!! Please visit my blog @ http://mundoalbiceleste.blogspot.com
by sivanjohn on May 11, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So...
Do you guys think it’s safe to post?
I’m gonna go and say SiMA, me and the other superstitious guys won this.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sad thing is, I’m stuck at that cybercafe till the end of the series. Heh.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d like to say the Spurs won it, but … everybody likes to be appreciated.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Spurs?
Get outta here. I WILLED Tony.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gonna be reeeeeaaaaaaallll difficult to convince me that double-washing my 20-year old SPURS shirt and lighting that special SPURS voodoo candle didn’t help us out tonight.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You have it relatively easy. I already talked to the cafe’s owner and booked the same computer for game 5.
Good thing he’s a nice guy and a huge sports fan. He’s got more rituals than all of us combined.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’s hilarious. I love my rituals, thought they’re often ridiculous and completely nonsense. Keep sportin’ the cafe, it’s been great so far.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
time to take a BIG game in NO. that game is our must win
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It feels so good to trust your team and have them prove you right. Now this is a series, and the pressure is on them to win at home. I have a feeling we won’t be getting blown out this time.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i love you guys. good participation. oh yeah, i make you jealous, i play on a team with tony p… call of duty rules
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on May 11, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
No doubt. Greatest shooter game in existance. But try Army of Two with a pal, it’s pretty badass too.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, and by the way, this win is dedicated to all the Spurs fans who were ready to call it a day after the 0-2, and were talking about us not being able to compete with the young teams out there.
We might lose this series, but I’d call this game “competing”.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That’s a good call out LatinD. A real good one.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m hanging in to hear what Chuck has to say.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wish I could but NBATV has full postgame interviews
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What positives can the Hornets take from this game – any?
by 4Him on May 11, 2008 9:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
They probably think they couldn’t play worse.
I hope Paul feels even more pressure to be the man for the team.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
none. as a hornets fan, that was the worst game i’ve watched all year.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Damn, I think I missed it. I was on the wrong channel.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m gonna say something for Chuck: he’s miles ahead of Miller. And at least he’s funny.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Just wanted to thank all the people who did their mojo giving rituals. I’m proud of you guys. Oh yeah, and I’m also proud of the Spurs.
by Hipuks on May 11, 2008 9:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oh so nice...
Take a look at the top right corner…
http://www.nba.com/spurs/news/playoffs_2008.html
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on May 11, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love it.
Because it looks like Tony and Paul are about to butt heads. And you know how well that went for Nash.
Oh, and the 2-2 is nice too.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, guys, these game threads are a great reason to keep coming back to PTR. Hope we continue this till we win the whole thing, and we all come back next RS.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Kenny took a good shot at chuck. “You were right. tony and Manu didn’t get 30 tonight.”
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We out assisted them 27-12 tonight.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that’ll happen when all of their guys are missing shots
I’m looking forward to great defense and our shooters making their shots in G5
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Great things about game 4:
- Scrappy Doo had only 5 assists and 4 TOs.
- Oberto got inside West’s stupid brain.
- Finley came out shooting and made some great long jumpers.
- Ime played with heart. Great show.
- They stopped doubling Duncan. How stupid is that?
- Duncan seems to have figured Chandler out to some extent.
- Stojakovic who?
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
just sayin'
I gotta say, you’re doing great staying on your routine—but I’m for sure missing your sopcast link updates in the middle of the game.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 10:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sorry. You should check Roja Directa – that’s where the Sopcast links usually come from. There or MyP2P. Lemme know if you need help to find them. Just look around the sites first – it’s pretty self-explanatory.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Will do. Thanks for the help.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
another huge win for you guys. we simply were outclassed tonight.
imo, if peja is going to be a non-factor on offense, you might as well julian wright in there.
i wont be able to sleep until game 5. now i know how you guys felt after games 1 and 2.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 9:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, it’s weird to keep Stojakovic out there if he’s not going to get involved in the offense. 0-1 3pts is no good for the team’s sharpshooter.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for your classiness, rmcc. You guys are tough. It’s definately been a great series to watch, that’s for sure. In all seriousness, you weren’t hitting anything tonight. Could have been our D, could have been just an off night; but I’m not counting on the misses being so frequent on Tuesday. Thanks for coming by…
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
no problem. im glad i was able to show i have class. when i first posted on this blog in game 1 everyone was labeling me a bitch, shit talker, etc. i guess that’s expected. i would probably jump to that conclusion if a spurs fan came to a hornets blog if the roles were reversed.
man, pop is a genius. he’s going to let paul get his 25/10 and man up on peja and peterson and make them beat you. i’d go w/ pargo more then peterson and play more wright.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That wasn’t your fault. It was SG’s. Regulars here were pretty mad at him.
I also appreciate your classiness.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i moved from boston to louisiana about 4 years ago. i’ve had a lifetime to learn how to take losing like a man. GO SOX. :)
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i don’t know why we aren’t moving pargo to parker and paul over to bowen. sure, bowen is taller, but i’d rather have bowen posting up than on the perimeter. paul is getting tired chasing parker around all the time. if not, go to some type of zone. it’s apparent the biggest problem we (hornets) have is stopping parkers penetration.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
True, I’ve been concerned about BScott switching to Bowen as well, but all that does is draw Paul completely away from the paint, where he’s been camped going for steals. Bowen would simply park in the corners and pull Paul away. Don’t know how well that would work for you guys, but it certainly would save Paul some energy.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i think saving pauls energy would be the main thing at this point in time. parker is going to get his numbers no matter who you put on him. might as well let paul rest on the defensive end jump into the lanes from time to time. paul isn’t a great one on one defender. he is great at playing the lanes.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We won’t post up Bowen. I KNOW that. We don’t even post him up when Nash is on him.
I’ll also say that we are seeing the real greatness, yes greatness, of Tony Parker that he’s good enough to chase Paul on defense and abuse him on the other end. Whenever Pargo is in, at least it seems to me, that they have Pargo on Tony.
Tony did the same thing against the Suns with Nash. Tony WORKS on the defensive end.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m not saying Pop would post Bruce in that case; just that it would be ineffective and possibly even counter productive for NO because it would completely take away a defensive threat to our drives in Paul.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
even if bowen did post up, he’s not experienced there and paul could eat around his ankles while waiting for help if needed.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good night all. Tuesday will come quickly!
by 4Him on May 11, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oberto must still be in David West’s head. This is the first time he hasn’t come out to the podium with C-Flop.
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
“Oberto must still be in David West’s head. This is the first time he hasn’t come out to the podium with C-Flop.”
i dont blame him. i was watching the game over at a friends house and left with a couple minutes left n the 3rd quarter. im not even on the team and i was that pissed.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey, remember how in game 1 when you came over here and said we were the only ones bitching. (I know you do because you posted it above). Mostly, that was me about the refs. If I was watching tonight’s game as a Hornets fan I would have been bitching about the refs tonight. We got all the calls. But, like you guys in games 1 and 2, we deserved them. We played much more aggressively than you guys. Tonight, Tim got the “stud” calls.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
what is your guys opinion of julian wright? generally if the opponent doesn’t want to see more of him then it’s probably better to get him more time.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He’s a great young talent, but tonight he had some wide open 3’s he was just to afraid to take.
by One4theThumb on May 11, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
which is odd, because he’s been shooting 3’s lights out the last 1/3rd of the season.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
good question. As always, I’ve got an opinion. In the first two games he did a great job of playing within the system and making plays. He hit spot up 3’s. He crashed the boards. Etc. Tonight, he tried to do things he’s not as good at. The Spurs will attempt, I stress attempt, to have him do things he’s not used to and put pressure on him. He didn’t play with confidence tonight and it killed them. I think he seems a little too raw in his knowledge of the game to be playing more than 15 minutes a game.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I may be delusional from the win, but I still don’t see a difficult formula for beating these guys. I hope watching the game tonight, that we’ve figured this out and will continue to pound it. Pop has seemed a little slow to get this, but I’m hoping now that he’s caught on.
1.) Rough their bigs. Exploit their ability to get into foul trouble, and eliminate high percentage dunks and alleys.
2.) Allow Chris Paul to be a scorer, but not a distributer. Keeping Shaggy under 10 assists per game eliminates getting their offense flowing.
3.) Eliminate their perimeter shooters through tight man defense and contesting all shots.
4.) Go UNDER the screens as Shaggy rolls, and rotate defensive help.
5.) MAKE YOUR JUMPERS WHEN THEY CROWD THE PAINT OR DOUBLE TIMMY.
6.) Continue to demoralize and get into their heads. With such a young and inexperienced team, the psychological game (i.e.- Bruce and Fab) is critical.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
All those things and
7.) actually coming out to play in the 3rd quarter
Sure we’re probably over-simplfying, but that’s easy to do after a blowout win.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
YES!! #7 has been really important. And I really don’t think we’re oversimplifying. I think it’s the exact way to counter this team, and it’s very similar to how we’ve been forced to play phx before Nash became a fossil last off-season. If we would simply do these 7 things, for 48 minutes, we’ll run the table. I still have confidence (or delusion) in that.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
those changes have made the difference so far. now its scott’s time to play his hand. we’ll see how he adjusts.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
But I’m curious, how does BScott counter THOSE changes? What can he do if those are executed effectively? I still struggle to see how we can’t run the table with you guys if will simply stick to that mantra.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
one will figure itself out and that is you guys won’t shoot 60% every night out. this will keep our offense from playing in comeback mode the entire game. if you do shoot 60%, you deserve to win the series.
-more julian wright
-give more PT to wright, pargo and wells and less to peja and peterson. use those 3 players to D up on parkers and foul when necessary.
-its obvious peja isn’t going to get his shots off against bowen, so play one of the 3 players above on ginobli. i’d prefer to see wright in there more. when he’ s in there, things happen
-paul didn’t force the action into the paint nearly as much tonight as he has all year. he needs to get back to that. there were at least 4 times chandler was open for the alley-oop and he missed it.
-use a zone d if needed
-finally, and MOST IMPORTANTLY….PUSH THE BALL. no one is going to be the spurs in a half court game. the hornets live and die by playing “controlled playground ball”. we need to get back to forcing the ball up and down the court.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i forgot to add, by you shooting 60%, it keeps us out of our transition game, which is lethal.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
But I’m curious, how does BScott counter THOSE changes? What can he do if those are executed effectively? I still struggle to see how we can’t run the table with you guys if will simply stick to that mantra.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d say the Hornets need to do three things:
1) Have West make his jumper
2) Have Paul make his jumper
3) Play some defense
The first two may create some room for their offense. The third may get them some easy baskets.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Okay….okay. West’s jumper IS critical, which is likely hurt by #6. Paul’s jumper is a complete non-threat to me. I have no problem with him finishing with 40 points, so long as he has
What else? Where else do you turn if you’re NO? Am I wrong in seeing that as long as we stick to that formula, the only one’s that will beat San Antonio are San Antonio?
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
the other thing to consider is rebounding. in the first two games, they got a TON of offensive boards. they played that card for long stretches of game 3 too. in game 4, the spurs shut off the valve entirely. this was the biggest difference in game 4 vs. the rest of the series and a good omen moving forward.
it would defintely behoove the spurs to limit second chances in games 5. their shooters have a knack for getting open on the kick-out.
if i’m byron scott, i sell out for the offensive boards in game 5. that would cure a lot of ills. and dont forget that the momentum in a series can flip back to them just as quick as it flipped for us. i also run the offense to bonzi wells a little more. he’s strong on the block and a tough match-up for the spurs. he hasnt been much of a factor yet. but if bowen matches up on stoyko again, then NOOCH will have to look in a different direction for a side-kick to paul.
by bones on May 12, 2008 8:22 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
West is the key
If the guy don’t resurge, SA win easy
by guille on May 12, 2008 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
One other thing you need to add to your list SiMA is health. We need to stay healthy. Speaking of which, Manu looked a little better tonight, except for that missed dunk.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That was a dagger through my heart. It was such a great play. He lacked some lift, and should’ve gone for the easy layup instead.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Out of curiousity
Since I didn’t listen to the announcers (or the halftime from Kenny and Chuck) how much, if any, did they discuss Timmy’s flu during the NO games and how that could have affected his play?
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 10:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i heard about him being sick only after game 1. if it was covered nationally, i didn’t hear it. i don’t doubt he was sick, but the hornets did a great job of taking him out of his game as well.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Definately. Though he was near death (yeah, I know), you guys DID do a great job in 1 and 2 doubling and cutting off passing lanes to limit him. I was honestly impressed.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Heard either Marv or Seger discuss how Timmy was unwilling to make excuses even though he was so sick in the first 2 games. Was really surprised to hear it, and glad that it went on the record. Chuck’s seemingly turned on us, but Kenny is still pretty impartial and calling it as we are as well.
I want to mute things too and struggle so much with that (Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Reggie Miller), but I so love hearing the crowd noise at home that I usually leave it on. Game 4 and I’ll be all silent though.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
are you kidding me? why would you want to mess with your game time ritual like that? You could jimx the whole thing if you mute the sound. Suck it up and leave the sound on… suffer with the rest of us. Maybe we’ll be lucky and get VanGundy… he kinda likes us.
I am happy. I am proud. - Manu Ginobili
by bellasa on May 11, 2008 11:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
GOOD CALL!! Totally didn’t even consider the mojo of tinkering with the volume for Game 5! Thanks for the heads up Bella; it’ll stay on “32,” where it normally sits for our games…. and we will win.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 12, 2008 10:15 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
whats the overall impression of the hornets before the series started compared to now? has it changed? to people think we are a one trick pony? just curious..
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
No opinion here. I don’t think I had watched them play a game this year before this series.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mostly West
I’ll tell you that before the series began, I said that I wasn’t worried about anyone besides Paul. From what I’d seen of West, I thought he was a lot more dependant on Paul for his scoring than he actually is. After G1 felt as though I’d under-rated him. He’s a really good player and I’m curious to see how he plays the rest of this series—as well as how he matures over the next couple of years.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 10:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
in louisiana we call david west the ‘17 foot assassin’. there are games where it seems like he never misses.
if the hornets were a video game, adding chris paul to the team would give every player on the team an extra few skills points. it’s no coincidence chandler, peja, peterson, etc.. all re-vived their careers in NO.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gotta be straight with you, I still see NO as a one-hit wonder. I’m still laughing at comparing them when GS was still around to the Proclaimers and Lee Greenwood.
But I DO have a lot more respect for you guys after seeing you in this series. I didn’t pay attention to the RS because…..well, it’s a practice for us and I don’t follow many other teams. First round I ignored because I anticipated you to glide through dallas like sour cream (which is the parallel most perfect for the mavs now). Your running game and CP3’s overall play has been impressive. With more maturity and experience (and assuming you keep the character/attitudes in check), you guys will be a powerhouse for awhile.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait…. did I just COMPLETELY contradict myself in that post?! :)
I didn’t respect you coming in.
I have healthy fear and respect for you now.
I think you have the potential to be a powerhouse and a threat over the next few years.
I’m leaning towards ‘one-trick-pony’ until I see more. Plus, I’m really hoping for o-t-p.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
familiarity breeds contempt. when you see a team and battle with them over a long series, you are bound to find some things to hate. i have a long list of them on the hornets, as do a lot of folks on here. i am also sure that there are many of the same feelings on the other side. i still hate richard jefferson from watching him in 6 games back in 2003….but anyway…...
there is no question but that the hornets are a more formidable foe than phoenix. however, i originally picked the spurs in 6 because of the hornets lack of experience. you knew paul was gonna be there – and i had just taken it for granted that bowen was gonna lock up peja for the whole series. i didnt see pop trying to waste bowen for 2 striaght games. this has made a big difference.
i was very surprised at the hornets rebounding. they really took it to us on the glass for the better part of 3 games. they are very difficult to deal with when they rebound like that.
the rise of david west has been the X factor for new orleans if you ask me. i might be the only regular on here to like the guy. i followed his college career very closely and he’s class all the way if you ask me, even if it doesnt come out on some occasions during the play-offs. not many keep their composure all the time and fab-o can bug the hell out of someone too. he’ll learn nore about this with more experience – i will bet anyone on that. west raising his game has created one more scoring option for them, which was really what they needed. i would like to see them run more offense to mo pete and bonzi wells…..uh, like, they can do that next year.
the big things that scare me about the hornets is their youth and attitude. they have the skills and they believe in themselves. the spurs did beat phoenix in 5, but those were a tough 5 and how many lumps can the old guys take you know? lots of guys got good rest in game 4 and hopefully that will help in game 5 – but pardon the pun, the spurs will be walking into a hornets nest over there. they have done it before, but it wont be an upset either way in my opinion.
the good news is that we have all seen them get thru some very tough situations in places all over the west like LA, phoenix, denver, dallas, etc.
i dont know the hornets contract situation very well, but i think the make up of their team from one year to the next will go a long way to determining their status as one trick pony or not. they can be hard to beat for a long time with paul and west, particulalry if they can trade out chandler for a big man with more of a scoring presence inside.
by bones on May 12, 2008 8:43 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m going to cut you some slack for all the man-love for West.
If you are looking for contract status for any team or player, this is the site:
http://www.draftexpress.com/nba-player-salaries/team/Spurs/
The good news for the Hornets is that they have their starting 5 locked up. Peja, Mo Pete, and Tyson are signed through 10-11, West through 11-12.
The bad news is that Peja is signed through10-11 at 13 mil/yr and they still have to sign Paul to an extension. They will be jammed up against the cap or over in 2010. It’s a good problem for them to have.
Trading out Chandler for a big man with a scoring presence? It’s a nice thought, but big men who can score are pretty rare. Chandler is a great piece as a defensive center. Hell, we’d take him instead of Fab I would think, but maybe not at the 12mil/yr he’s getting.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 12, 2008 9:54 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i appreciate the slack. fwiw, i didnt like him at all last week and i promise to feel the same way for all of this week as well.
looks like have some big bucks sunk into a couple of people. those numbers make me think they will be looking to make a major move somewhere along the line. i was never super enamored with tyson chandler, but he is who he is – a lit of money for him though.
by bones on May 12, 2008 1:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here’s a fun stat tonight from Game 4. The Spurs shot 8-26 from downtown. Some of that was late, but not all of it. Bruce was 1-7 and Manu 2-7. There are things we can do better than we did tonight. And I think we have been getting a LOT of open looks from downtown.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
we’ve been getting a TON of looks—but we really haven’t been able to hit them and get the “stud” calls on the same night
NOOCH will have a really tough time of it if those two ever combine
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 10:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ditto
.....and…...a…...golfclap. We get these pieces all working together, and tonight’s 20 point win won’t be a “blowout.”
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d even take having the game called evenly (which, honestly, is always my preference) and having our 3’s fall at our RS average.
As far as your wondering about how we can be beaten if we follow the Seven Steps: when the refs aren’t making calls that grossly benefit one team or another, I feel the same way you do. I’m wondering if there’s a way for us to be beaten that I haven’t though of.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on May 11, 2008 10:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And I truly don’t feel that it’s overconfidence at all. I just don’t see us being beaten following that system if we don’t then beat ourselves. Even with the calls going against us, I think we’re used to that enough that IT may not even turn the tide. I hope I’m right, I really do. But factoring in our coaching/experience/maturity/poise advantage, I’m very confident right now. The guys are versed enough to not rest on this though, and I think they’ll come out with fire in Game 5. That happens and we win in NO, I see them crumbling completely in Game 6. This is one of those times I’m thankful to have the veterans and the experience; to keep us focused and honed for Tuesday.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
“And I think we have been getting a LOT of open looks from downtown.”
which is why peja and peterson need to get on the bench and wells, wright and pargo need to get more time. peja is in there to shoot 3’s. if that is shut down, there is no reason to have him in there.
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I know I’m a homer and looking through overly optimistic glasses tonight, but I still see your biggest hopes for closing this series relying solely on a San Antonio collapse (completely ignoring the above list and playing without passion or fire) or additional influence from the zebras. I don’t feel you’re beating us straight up. Could and might happen though, we’ll see.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh well.. i have some work to do before the wee begins tomorrow. good win and i look forward to game 5..
cheers,
ryan
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thanks again for coming by bro, I didn’t have anyone else to ramble to but you since all of my familia is obviously drinking already. See you Tues….
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey!!! What am I? Are you hating on me?
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
No, I just assumed that I missed all the good stuff earlier in my mojo induced black-out of posting!!
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Okay, ATS. Here it is. What is your feeling for the series now? Predictions? Anticipated chain of events?
The girlfriend asked me to pick before tonight (she wisely consistantly trusts my pre-game analysis, unlike Pop) and I told her all bets were off. I told her I wasn’t anymore confident in Pop to make the adjustments needed to counter the first 2 games, and felt that he’d waited too long to impliment the changes he finally did in Game 3. I told her that it could go either way, and I was unwilling to lay money down because it was too tight to call.
That said, I feel us rolling now. Hope springs eternal, but I am confident that our list above will actually be firmly implimented and NO will have no answer. I can see us stealing Game 5 in NO, and closing out in 6 or 7. I feel differently than I did several nights ago because our guys are playing with passion now, and playing to win the series.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think Game 5 will be a war. It will be physical, chippy, and tough. Both teams will be playing with desperation for the first time in the series. I favor us in any really tight game because of our experience. It will be important for New Orleans to not fall behind by more than 8-9 points.
I really like our chances for the series. I think we will win Game 5 by five points with it being a tie game with 2:00 to go. I think we then close them out in Game 6 with a good run to start the 4th quarter.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on May 11, 2008 10:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Right with you on that line, I was thinking the same.
But I’ll go even further and guarantee that there will be a NO FF by the 4th on Tuesday. If not, a minimum of 2 TFs. My Bruce jersey is glowing like those special stones in IJ Temple of Doom (yeah, watched it today. Getting excited for the new one.) and it only glows when he’s begun to penetrate the delicate psyche of an opposing team.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 11:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
haha. no problem. i feel like beating my wife. uggg.
later
by rmcc4444 on May 11, 2008 10:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Going to bed, too. Again, great thread, guys. Glad you’re all around.
by LatinD on May 11, 2008 10:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I’m definately not staying up when all the responsible people out there are crashing. Thanks from me too. Great win tonight; we’re in this and rolling. See ya’ll tomorrow.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Alright, this time I’m really out. Night all. I’ll catch you all tomorrow, when I’m pretending to work.
by SgtinManusArmy on May 11, 2008 10:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Great win!!! I am so geeked for game 5.
I never met anybody who said when they were a kid, "I wanna grow up and be a critic." - Richard Pryor
by DennardC on May 12, 2008 12:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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