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Post by umassgrad2005 on Nov 23, 2019 16:13:00 GMT -5
I asked because wasn't it Smart that came in for Robert? Grant was already on the Court and Robert really needed some rest having played almost 8 minutes straight at that point. He came in to start the 4th quarter.
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Post by jimed14 on Nov 23, 2019 16:25:22 GMT -5
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Post by rjp313jr on Nov 23, 2019 17:11:33 GMT -5
I asked because wasn't it Smart that came in for Robert? Grant was already on the Court and Robert really needed some rest having played almost 8 minutes straight at that point. He came in to start the 4th quarter. Yes smart came in but it essentially slid Grant to center. You’re right tho and I completely misstated it |
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Post by voiceofreason on Nov 25, 2019 8:18:56 GMT -5
I am a bit surprised with how dominant Doncic has been so quickly. At his age you would expect a lot of upside but given what he is doing how much more can he do? He can and will improve his efficiency and he will improve but this is ridiculous IMO.
It will be interesting to watch tonights game and see who steps up.
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Post by rjp313jr on Nov 25, 2019 10:03:41 GMT -5
I am a bit surprised with how dominant Doncic has been so quickly. At his age you would expect a lot of upside but given what he is doing how much more can he do? He can and will improve his efficiency and he will improve but this is ridiculous IMO. It will be interesting to watch tonights game and see who steps up. I’m usually always wrong so I’m very much enjoying how good he’s been. Glad, I said the Suns should have taken him over Ayton. |
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Post by Don Caballero on Nov 25, 2019 11:34:31 GMT -5
Glad, I said the Suns should have taken him over Ayton. And so did I! I do have to say umass at the time did manage to convince me that there wasn't enough of a gap between Ayton and Doncic, but yeah that draft doesn't look pretty right now. The scary thing is Luka still isn't as good of a shooter as he can be. Giannis was getting cozy on that "next dominating force" role and suddenly that conversation got topsy-turvy. If you're starting a franchise now, do you take Giannis or Luka? |
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Post by rjp313jr on Nov 25, 2019 12:27:17 GMT -5
Glad, I said the Suns should have taken him over Ayton. And so did I! I do have to say umass at the time did manage to convince me that there wasn't enough of a gap between Ayton and Doncic, but yeah that draft doesn't look pretty right now. The scary thing is Luka still isn't as good of a shooter as he can be. Giannis was getting cozy on that "next dominating force" role and suddenly that conversation got topsy-turvy. If you're starting a franchise now, do you take Giannis or Luka? If I were the owner Luka because I’d have his mom sitting in the owners suite every night. If I’m the GM it’s Giannis because basketball is still a game where physical dominance reigns supreme. If this were 80s and 90s where you could be physical I’d maybe feel differently. |
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Post by jimed14 on Nov 25, 2019 14:44:33 GMT -5
I have to wonder what Shaq would have done in today's NBA. He was so unstoppable when he was young that many teams just had hacks to foul him over and over again. And he'd still dunk on them and miss every foul shot. He probably would get 6 offensive fouls every game now.
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Post by wcp3 on Nov 25, 2019 16:49:53 GMT -5
I would take Luka over Giannis if I had to pick one, but it’s not a claim I’d bet my savings on. I just think Giannis’ shooting gives his game one hole big enough to exploit in a playoff series. It will be interesting to see Luka in the playoffs if the Mavs make it, though, but he doesn’t seem to have any glaring holes in his game.
And Shaq would positively dominate if he were in his prime today. It’s outrageous how mobile he was for a guy his size.
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Post by dirtywater43 on Nov 25, 2019 20:20:21 GMT -5
And Shaq would positively dominate if he were in his prime today. It’s outrageous how mobile he was for a guy his size. Shaq would dominate any ERA. It's not even a question. Top 10 player of all time. The only thing I would question is if he'd get more flagrants and ejections in this ERA. |
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Post by dirtywater43 on Nov 25, 2019 20:28:40 GMT -5
So the Hayward injury is finally catching up to this team and there depth is mostly the 2019 draft here in this game.
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Post by Don Caballero on Nov 25, 2019 21:21:29 GMT -5
If I were the owner Luka because I’d have his mom sitting in the owners suite every night.  Absolutely the best possible answer to this question. |
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Post by wcp3 on Nov 25, 2019 21:50:07 GMT -5
I’ll never understand why certain things are reviewable and others aren’t. Isn’t the idea of replay to get the call right?
Anyway, these refs deserve to be deported.
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Post by Don Caballero on Nov 25, 2019 21:57:50 GMT -5
Great win and I'm happy to escape there, but seriously that was an atrocious possession to set up the Kings winner.
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Post by wcp3 on Nov 25, 2019 22:35:37 GMT -5
Great win and I'm happy to escape there, but seriously that was an atrocious possession to set up the Kings winner. Tatum reverted to his last year’s self in the closing minutes and settled or awful fade-aways instead of attacking. |
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Post by Don Caballero on Nov 25, 2019 23:14:43 GMT -5
Tatum reverted to his last year’s self in the closing minutes and settled or awful fade-aways instead of attacking. Yeah, he does that far too often. I wonder if his terrible attempts at the rim play into that, like he doesn't drive because he knows he can't finish. |
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Post by ianrs on Nov 26, 2019 3:17:43 GMT -5
Glad we squeaked that one out. Also, Tremont Waters is legit.
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Post by rjp313jr on Nov 26, 2019 6:43:59 GMT -5
Jaylen Brown should be a go to guy down the stretch. He does really well getting to his spots and finishing.
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Post by dirtywater43 on Nov 26, 2019 6:56:03 GMT -5
Glad we squeaked that one out. Also, Tremont Waters is legit. He's looked just as good if not better than Edwards during the pre season games. Would not be surprised to see him take away some of his minutes while he's up here. That 2 way contract is what keeps him from staying here. If Edwards was on that 2 way contract, there would be a legit battle for a roster spot. He's not, so Waters gets the shuttle after Kemba is back. |
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Post by wcp3 on Nov 26, 2019 8:27:17 GMT -5
Tatum reverted to his last year’s self in the closing minutes and settled or awful fade-aways instead of attacking. Yeah, he does that far too often. I wonder if his terrible attempts at the rim play into that, like he doesn't drive because he knows he can't finish. I actually don’t feel like it’s been a problem often this year, and he’s continued to drive even when he’s missing around the rim. His approach this year has impressed me overall and it’s a matter of time before his finishing catches up with the rest of his game. But the end of last night’s game was frustrating to watch for sure. |
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Post by rjp313jr on Nov 26, 2019 8:54:36 GMT -5
Glad we squeaked that one out. Also, Tremont Waters is legit. He's looked just as good if not better than Edwards during the pre season games. Would not be surprised to see him take away some of his minutes while he's up here. That 2 way contract is what keeps him from staying here. If Edwards was on that 2 way contract, there would be a legit battle for a roster spot. He's not, so Waters gets the shuttle after Kemba is back. They play two different positions so I’m not so sure this is completely accurate. Edwards hasn’t gotten comfortable yet, he’s a much better shooter than Edwards. Also, loved Waters last night but let’s not over-react to one game. Waters issue isn’t going to be size and no one expected him to play last night so there was no planning for him. Once he’s in the NBA full time and getting regular minutes then we can judge him. Love the guy, but is he a dude that will turn into a major weakness in a playoff series or is he special enough to over come that? He has no margin for error so he needs to be special. |
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Post by rjp313jr on Nov 26, 2019 9:21:32 GMT -5
How is it possible for Embiid to go scoreless in 32 minutes?
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Post by rjp313jr on Nov 26, 2019 9:22:33 GMT -5
Also, is someone injured on the Sixers bench or is it really that terrible?
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Post by voiceofreason on Nov 26, 2019 9:26:57 GMT -5
So the Hayward injury is finally catching up to this team and there depth is mostly the 2019 draft here in this game. No Theis, Hayward or Kemba, 3 of your top 6 or 7 out is going to test most teams, still won. Buddy Heild has so much confidence against the C's I bet he torches us forever, funny how that works. |
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Post by umassgrad2005 on Nov 26, 2019 9:42:49 GMT -5
He's looked just as good if not better than Edwards during the pre season games. Would not be surprised to see him take away some of his minutes while he's up here. That 2 way contract is what keeps him from staying here. If Edwards was on that 2 way contract, there would be a legit battle for a roster spot. He's not, so Waters gets the shuttle after Kemba is back. They play two different positions so I’m not so sure this is completely accurate. Edwards hasn’t gotten comfortable yet, he’s a much better shooter than Edwards. Also, loved Waters last night but let’s not over-react to one game. Waters issue isn’t going to be size and no one expected him to play last night so there was no planning for him. Once he’s in the NBA full time and getting regular minutes then we can judge him. Love the guy, but is he a dude that will turn into a major weakness in a playoff series or is he special enough to over come that? He has no margin for error so he needs to be special. He seems to check the boxes for a guy his size to succeed. I can see him being a third PG like Wannamaker, with upside for more. He's an elite athlete and has a complete game. Go watch his G-League videos, they are very impressive how he can drive and finish, plus shoot. He's very good at running a team and picks up a bunch of steals. I would like to see him add some weight, but a very polished player overall. How much time do other teams take planning for a guy like Wannamaker? Playoff series is different, but during the regular season I don't think that's a huge issue. |
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