The 2009 NBA Finals Loser Thread - Game 4: The Hidden Van Gundys
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 12:58 PM CDT
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PrintMaybe it sounds a little pathetic but I only managed to visit Disney Land when I graduated from college. And to think that was Disney Land Hong Kong. Anyway, being the third-worlder that I am living in the 105th most unlivable city in this glorious polluted world, I have to admit that I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, in a loser kind of way now that I think about it. I posed with and took pictures of all the Disney mascots/characters I could find, and even managed to slap Stitch's butt like it was my b*tch. Priceless and ultra-lame at the same time.
Yeah, li'l Stitch is kinda feeling that soft tap from behind.
Every time I hear of the place they call Orlando, I imagine Mickey Mouse and castles. Now, don't worry, I won't go into a litany of all the furry and friendly cartoon characters we once stupidly admired in our twisted childhood. You folks are too smart and too cool for that. So let's play a little game I'd like to call the Hidden Van Gundys.
If you're not familiar with the concept of the Hidden Mickeys, you've probably been walking half-dead for the last few decades, or maybe you're just too old to care (like someone here I know). But because I'm such a good guy, let me show you how it works:
Eeek, it's a mouse.
Because the Van Gundys, Jeff and Stan, have been all over the place in these playoffs and especially the Finals, I figured I'd ask a little help from the losers of PtR in finding them brothers grimey. I was watching the Game 3 replay and all I wanted to happen was for Jeff to lash out at his brother for being so dumb yet successful. Didn't happen, so I'm hoping that before the season ends, we'll get to see the two in a track meet, just like Barkley and Dick "Seabiscuit" Bavetta. Oh, and before I forget, this also serves as your recap for the first three games and game 4 preview, too. Thank the FSM and his starry appendages for photos and photochop!
Don't worry Spurs fans, we'll catch up in 200 years. Okay, make that 198.
One thing I find interesting in the Finals is all the added media stuff that comes into the equation. There's a lot of backstage stuff going on, and aren't we fans lucky that we get to play a little peek-a-boo in these lighter moments? No? Yeah, I thought so, too. Everytime I see backstage photos, I feel like a voyeur. The internet has scarred me for life, damn it all.
I think there is something wrong with his device. (Hidden VG spoiler alert!!! and oh, TWSS I think)
Throw it down, Supahman. Throw it down!
Love the new ink, Dwight. Wait... is that a person trapped in pure muscle, or is it a muscle masquerading as a person??? (Hidden VG spoiler alert 2!!!)
And of course, who don't like them bandwagon celebrities? Those d-bags who just show up when media exposure goes into overdrive and rob the rightful fans of their courtside seats? Hey, at least Jack's consistent. I think I'd actually approve of him being buried in the middle of Staples Center when the dude passes away. That's real loyalty, you celebritweeps.
Mr. Efron getting some valuable career-ruining tips from Mr. Titanic himself. Snazzy.
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Even in Staples Center, the spider sense is tingling! (Hidden VG alert 3!!!) By the way, did I tell you that Sophia Bush is hot? Sophia Bush is hot. There.
If a celebrity is defined as someone who just sits on a chair during games and still enjoys a significant amount of media coverage - good or bad - then Adam Mo' definitely makes it in my book.
The Orlando Magic's win in Game 3 at least made this series more bearable to watch, and whaddaya know, these Magicians actually have a chance. The last two games played have been close, and I expect Game 4 to be more of the same, especially if the Magic continue to keep up their blazing-hot shooting. And of course, if SVG sits down Redick's ass and doesn't play him at all. EXCEPT if Morrison plays. That's the only valid excuse.
Good gawd almighty! Hedo's gonna pull off the Sharpshooter against Kobe! And Mamba's gonna tap out!!!
You know what's better than the Van Gundy brothers, Jameer? Yes, three Stan Van Gundys. Enough to make you run for cover with a towel draped in your mouth.
Aaand Kobe gets a free whack at someone's nuts. Woohoo, he missed it! (barely!)
Speaking of Kobe, the best closer in the game told his buddy LeBron James that he misses him by promptly bungling 5 out of 10 free throws. Way to go MJ wannabe. That experience though, might light a fire under the Kobester's a$$, so good luck, Courtney Lee. Make Stan proud.
Spit it out Kobe. You feel guilty leaving puppet LeBron to rot with Lil Dez. (that was an awesome diss ad, by the way)
So did you manage to find the Vee Gees? (not the musicians) I hope not because I damn near killed myself doing the worst photoshop job ever. We're halfway through the Finals losers! One final push and we'll all be liberated of this vise-like grip that Sternacus has put on us. Keep the comments coming. It's free, ya know? Doesn't hurt that much to admit to being a loser, really. Or maybe I'm just used to it. Gah.
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The chops are hilarious. Nice work, davis.
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I am so stealing the Hidden Van Gundys concept for the next game thread.
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Go ahead. There’s a lot more o’ them to go around :) Watch out though, those Van Gundys actually bite.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions
Thanks y’all. Just transferring to another venue to watch the game. Post some hidden Van Gundys if you see one!
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 8:01 PM CDT reply actions
Why thank you, Sin. It’s a Chanel, I believe.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 8:11 PM CDT up reply actions
D-Ho had 11 boards in the 1st quarter. Gasol, Bynum, Odom all with 2 fouls.
It is what it is.
We are who we are.
Was bringing back Nelson a good move by the Magic?
"If an expert says it can't be done, get another expert"
- DBG
I guess it’s better than spot minutes from Anthony Johnson.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions
Dwight = 12 rebounds in 14 minutes.
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Hey Gortat, not everyone’s as freakishly tall as you.
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Gasol constantly looks like he is going to start crying.
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- DBG
maybe it has something to do with how he motivates himself.
Is that 3 free throws coming up for the Turk?
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Big storm tearing through Austin right now, and they took the game off television to cover the weather. How’s it going?
38-31 Magic
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make that 40-31
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Magic up by nine. I might be in the same situation in a a little while. Storm starting in Raleigh
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- DBG
oh, you people and your “rain”. I don’t think there is any such thing…. liars.
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Phoenix. But I think Sin can back me up on that point.
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Magic are really tenacious on D tonight.
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Was that Robert Horry in the Superstars commercial?
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- DBG
also, there’s something involving Horry in the fanshots.
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Ugh, more Nike puppet commercials.
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i love them, do 10X times better that the other crappy movies/tacos comercials
"It's a basic truth of the human condition that everybody lies. The only variable is about what."
LeBron being hounded by Lil Dez has been the best one yet :)
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Over or under…. Dwight with 30 rebs by the end of the night
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- DBG
under. Phil is sending everyone to the defensive boards, even Kobe.
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Under. In fact, I’ll go with 25 rebounds. He’s a monster.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions
he has spur written all over him
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sounds about right.
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look what you did.
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If Kobe is actually hurt, is Phil going to say Orlando’s title should have an asterisk?
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*hurt??
cleaning the dishes… missed something important?
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- DBG
eh, nvm he looks fine now.
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Apparently JVG is hiding in Kobe’s pants.
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Davis, Ariza read what you wrote and didn’t like it one bit.
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Yes, now we can say goodbye to that minute chance of signing him. Argh.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Orlando isn’t hustling anymore. Hence, 20-7 Lakers this quarter.
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That was fast. Double-digit erased in a matter of minutes.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 10:06 PM CDT reply actions
Kobe, doin’ jerk.
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got to go… have a good night everyone
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- DBG
See ya, LE. Hang around next game :)
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 10:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Great post, Davis! Knocking it out of the park every time.
I’m gonna go try and catch the rest of the game… be back for the afterparty. :)
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Let’s revive those Horry discussions and include the Fisherman innit.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 11:00 PM CDT up reply actions
MORANS! You simply can’t trust these freakin’ Magic.
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Watching it now in the gym, where everyone seems part of the Laker bandwagon. Bleh.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 11:01 PM CDT reply actions
Kobe is NOT passing the ball once he gets it. News flash, I know.
Hi, my name is Ed, and I despise the Lakers.
Except to Fischer.
Hi, my name is Ed, and I despise the Lakers.
by Ed (dfjmed) on Jun 11, 2009 11:10 PM CDT up reply actions
If Horry can’t go to the HoF, Fisher can’t go either.
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You love basketball, you cherish basketball… and this is how basketball repays you?
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SIX for fourteen on free-throws. Those are Chamberlain and Shaq numbers.
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by Ed (dfjmed) on Jun 11, 2009 11:13 PM CDT up reply actions
And with that, I’m gonna pass out and try to forget. Sorry I couldn’t join you, guys. Great thread, Davis. Save some of that juice for next season. ;)
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Just think, guys – Adam Morrison is getting a ring. And Sasha Fierce. And Sun Yue.
paging Mr. Bourosis
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Damn, the great Sun Yue. I think he’s not under contract anymore, but if he is, then he just might get a ring ahead of Yao.
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 11:36 PM CDT up reply actions
His name’s on the shirt.
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by Ed (dfjmed) on Jun 11, 2009 11:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh yea. That’s a VERY entertaining topic, rik. All of the 11th and 12th men throughout the years who’ve gotten rings. There’s some doozies! Jack Haley got a ring- ’96 Bulls.
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by Ed (dfjmed) on Jun 11, 2009 11:36 PM CDT up reply actions
JUST or clarification…WHO gets a ring? Every name on the roster? Or just the guys on the playoff roster, ooooor?
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by Ed (dfjmed) on Jun 11, 2009 11:42 PM CDT up reply actions
Hole-y mole-y. Well… Laker hate aside, that was a great game. ’night folks!
by silverandblack_davis on Jun 11, 2009 11:37 PM CDT reply actions
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