Gameday Open Thread and Blazersedge Night!

by Dave on Nov 9, 2007 1:06 AM PST in News Comment 296 comments

The day is finally here! Whether you're sitting with the Blazersedgers tonight or not make sure you wear your B.E. t-shirt to the Garden tonight and cheer like crazy when the name gets flashed on the big sign!

Obviously I won't be chatting in the Gameday Thread tonight but you can! Register all of your pre-, in-, and post-game commments here! I do have internet access after the game so watch for the usual recap and the preview of Saturday's game. You can find the Jersey Contest entry for Dallas below. (There's none for tonight's game.)

Also don't forget to come to Wordstock at the Oregon Convention Center at 1:00 on Sunday if you want to hear a panel presentation and essay including some of your favorite Blazer writers and a rep from the team.

See you in Portland!

--Dave (blazersub@yahoo.com)

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I Wish

I could be there with you folks. I'll send you some positive energy with the spirit of aloha.

I watched the GS/Dallas game last night and at one point it was not looking good for the Blazers. GS was kicking butt and taking names. I figured if Dallas lost that game, then the Blazers would have felt their wrath. Now I am hoping for a Dallas let up since they got over their mini-Golden State-hump.

Go Blazers.

Fatty, Big Daddy on the BE, Man o' international renown, Postin' from his own thrown, Tellin' us what we couldn't see

by tominhawaii on Nov 9, 2007 10:44 AM PST reply actions 0 recs

Oh snap

Disregard that, I know they play Memphis tonight. I still mean all that regarding the Dallas game, just not in this thread. I haven't had my caffeine yet.

Fatty, Big Daddy on the BE, Man o' international renown, Postin' from his own thrown, Tellin' us what we couldn't see

by tominhawaii on Nov 9, 2007 10:45 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs

haha

Its early the morning for you dude! Its the da kine!

"Besides, I met a girl who loves basketball, blazers, and spurs. I'm sorry, you really can't dampen my mood right now :)" -ratbastird(after oden's surgery)

by nateinaloha on Nov 9, 2007 10:54 AM PST reply actions 0 recs

Exactly

I check my mail then Blazers Edge if I have the time. This week was crazy at work and I have a lot of catching up to do, on Blazers Edge.

Fatty, Big Daddy on the BE, Man o' international renown, Postin' from his own thrown, Tellin' us what we couldn't see

by tominhawaii on Nov 9, 2007 11:19 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Go 'Zers

I expect nothing less than a win on BlazersEdge night. If the Blazers lose, I'm blaming it on Dave not being loud enough.

Wish I could be there. Have fun guys.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 11:32 AM PST reply actions 0 recs

Go Blazers

I'll be seeing them personally next Saturday in DC. Until then, it's watching them via open threads and ESPN highlights.

by zenbowl on Nov 9, 2007 12:05 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

checking in from 3 shades of blue blog

the game is still 7 hours away, but i'm already pumped....

guys, how has Frye looked this year?

i'd also love to know who you guys think is the best PG....or should i say, who should be the starting PG...

we have a similar situation here with 3 quality PG's competing for minutes...

personally, I think Kyle Lowry has done enough to be the starter and get 30+ minutes a night, but Coach Iavaroni likes him coming off the bench instead....

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 12:08 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

re: memphis blog

hey zach, it's really cool to see you on here. i'm just one fan, so maybe some of the edgers will weigh in, but here's my response to your two questions.

frye has not looked very good this season. we did not expect great defense from him, and our expectations have met. he has frequently been in foul trouble. in our last game (vs NO) he was completely eaten up by david west. unfortunately, we haven't seen the offense out of him that we were also expecting. i would give him a very poor grade so far, but it's early in the season and he is still adjusting. i think he will start hitting his outside jumper and will be a regular positive contributor within a couple months. frye is only starting because the second unit could stop absolutely with frye playing center, so coach mcmillan basically switched frye and pryzbilla's playing rotation.
none of our PG's have looked good this season, save for the latest game against NO. mcmillan also switched the blake/jack rotation, with blake getting the start and jack coming off the bench. this seemed to work better for both players. blake did a great job finding open shooters (especially martell!) during the game, and had 9 ast with 0 turns. jack came into the game with the second unit and looked more to score than dish out the ball, which also suits him. he scored 20 after looking dreadful/awful/terrible in the first three games. that was great for his confidence. i also want to note that i thought blake did a good job guarding cp3. after seeing jack struggle in our first match up this season, and seeing cp3 rip the lakers a new one earlier in the week, it was great to see blake able to stay in front of paul for the most part.

can you talk a little bit more about the PG situation over there in memphis? damon's starting i see, but who else is challenging him? why do you think lowry should be starting?

I haven't slept for ten days because that would be too long.

by abetterbomb on Nov 9, 2007 3:30 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

hey Zach

I agree with the poster above regarding Frye. He's not given the team the shooting touch that we expected, but I think he will eventually settle into a contributing role, and be somewhere in between the player he was as a rookie, and the stiff he was last year in NY.

Regarding the Memphis PG situation, I haven't seen enough of the Grizz to comment intelligently, but I'm always going to support my fellow Wilson High School graduate Damon Stoudamire.

Regarding the Blazer PG situation, Steve Blake will continue to be the starter for the forseeable future with Sergio Rodriguez as the energy guy off the bench and Jarrett Jack moving into a new role as a reserve combo guard. Brandon Roy is the ball handler down the stretch of games with someone like Blake or Jack playing off the ball at the other guard spot.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 3:55 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for stoppin by...

In regards to your Q's:

I think Frye has been lost on his defensive rotations and this has led him to not being confident on the offensive end. I think tonight will be a boost of confidence for him because of the Darko match-up. He should be able to body him up and feel good about his effort. This will hopefully lead to a more productive offensive effort as well. He will eventually figure out Mac-10's defense and settle down for the long haul, and tonight should be the starting point for that.

Our point guard play has been tumultuous to say the least. As the other responders to your questions have said Blake has been our most outstanding mediocre point guard, while I like Stevie, he is just not a starting point guard without the like of 'Melo and AI to pass to. That said, the Jack off the bench situation is the best thing for the tempo of our rotation. Look for Sergio to play a big role tonight when we finally get into the groove of our new run-and-gun offense.

In any case it should be a competitive game between two young teams with a bevy of unproven talent...may the best youngsters win!

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 6:17 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Is it sad to say this is a must win?

Ok, i'm a little dramatic but as a blazer fan it should be a requirement. Tonight's game is what we could call a "should win". If we can't win this game then it goes a long way in defining where we will end up this year. I personally am pulling for this year's team to put it together and push for that 8th playoff spot. If we can't win a game like this then i have to believe that i may be living a pipe dream and should just get ready for the draft again... That being said, I will be there losing my voice as usual. I apologize for those sitting in front of me, I'll keep it clean tonight, I promise. Time to look at the matchups...

PG: Damon v Blake/Jack - Even? I'm just hoping that Damon doesn't blow out his knee again, that was horrible to watch...

SG: Gay v Roy - Advantage Roy. No question here, as much as national media wanted to toute this matchup, Roy is by far the more complete player.

SF: Miller v Martell - Advantage Miller. As much as I think Martell has been hands down the best story of the year so far, Miller has a tendency to have big games against us. Plus, its only 4 games into the season and I'm still a little on the fence in regards to Martell bringing it every night. If he blows up for 20+ again then i'll start giving 'Tell a little more love.

PF: Gasol v LMA - So far this season, the big spaniard has had a tough time. I think that LMA comes out hard and fast due to the jobbing he got on Wednesday by the Refs. I'll call this one even for now and hope that LMA gets the better end of it tonight.

C: Milicic v Frye - This should be joel but this matchup actually works in Frye's favor. I think the front court matchups of Gasol / Milicic versus Joel/Frye/LMA will be huge in determining who wins this game. We need to rebound well and keep their bigs from getting second chances for the shooters (Gay/Miller). Here's to our bigs playing within the rules (hear me LMA?) and winning this game for us.

Blazers: 105
Memphis: 102

by TKEskippers on Nov 9, 2007 1:23 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Naw

Nothing this year is a "must win." Next year is a different story. Keep your expectations at the 30-35 win level and see what happens. Enjoy it!

"Now, we understand, you're a bug. And bugs will be bugs. But you're our bug now. Don't screw up, and you won't get squashed." - webted

by jamon51 on Nov 9, 2007 3:36 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

As those of us who watched Damon for years...

...remember, Blake and Aldridge could be the key to the game. Damon has always had trouble making an entry pass into the low post. To get around this, coaches would often bring the big guy up into the high post. With Sabonis or Wallace, this was fine - both were good targets, good passers, and could hit mid-range jumpers (semi-jumpers in Sabonis' case). But, if the entry pass was effectively denied, Damon tends to reverse his dribble and starts driving into traffic. Sometimes he'll chew up most of the shot clock trying to reset the offense.

The difference in Damon's game has always been his jumper. If it's falling, the defender has to stay up on him, and Damon can generate good passing angles. If his jumper is off, the defender can sag back and watch Damon dig his team into a shot clock hole.

My two-bit prediction: if Blake and LMA are able to thwart Damon's entry passes, Memphis will shoot themselves out of the game. If Damon quickly and consistently gets the ball into Pau, it'll be a tough night for the red and black.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 5:31 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Hey all headed to the Rose Garden shortly

See you all there. And wish you were here everyone who can't make it!

October, October, October, October, October...... (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odin)

by Idog1976 on Nov 9, 2007 5:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Blazers Edge Representers...

I better see at least two screen shots of those fancy t-shirts you guys are wearing. I want to hear MB mention the site on air tonite! So be loud and be proud 'cause this WILL be a Victory tonite!

Are there any signs that people made for me to look for on TV?

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 6:09 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

take pictures

and post them on here

only the best of the best

by soulja2boy on Nov 9, 2007 6:12 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

well.....

at least she looks pretty

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:11 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Here we go...

Mike Miller to the bucket for an easy lay in....and Channing answers back with a jumper 2-2

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:14 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Aldridge swats down Damon's shot

on the break

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:15 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Anybody Else in here?

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:16 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Looks like it's just the two of us

holding down the fort!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm here too, just a little distracted

"Yeah, well, you know, that's just like... your opinion. Man."

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 7:20 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Nice!

Blake penetrates through the baseline, then kicks it out for an open 15 footer!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:16 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Martell

drains the 3 ball!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:17 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy from 18'

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:19 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Uh oh...

Nate picks up the "T" for arguing for a goaltending call...

Damon sinks it

13 all

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:20 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Nice job by Martell

fouled taking in strong to the hoop on the break.

Sinks both

15 to 13, us

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:22 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Thanks

For being here guys, I am at work and the ESPN scoreboard isn't registering the game yet for some reason.

by Sarbonis on Nov 9, 2007 7:22 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Blake w/ an awkward pass under the hoop

turnover

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:22 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

we need to attack Gay like that

We have to take him out of the game...his energy is contagious

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:23 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

This is pretty sloppy so far...

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:23 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Looks like LMA got a piece of Pau's last shot.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:23 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I think he did...

Pau wouldn't miss it like that

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:24 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Timeout.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:24 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I'd be worried about such a fast-paced game..

against these guys, but so far we're pretty much holding our own. Martell's shot isn't quite dialed in, otherwise we'd probably be up by 5 or 6 more by now.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:26 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I'm glad to hear we put on

a press already. We should go back to that more often. Let's go guys!

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 7:26 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Martell from the corner

too much time to think about it... misses

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:26 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Milicic

evens it up at 15

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:27 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

YEAH!

LMA two handed slam!

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:27 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Blake penetrates again...

LMA on the finish

17 to 15, us

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:28 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Lookin

for tons of comments guys I can't watch this game from SoCal.

Hook me up!

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:28 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Pau fouled by LMA

as he spins and slips by on the baseline

and one, so it's 20 to 17, Memphis

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:28 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack is money

from the top of the key

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:29 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Sweet!

LMA w/ the left handed hook!

24 to 21, them

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:29 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA looks lost...

he is getting schooled by Pau on D. We are getting spun on left and right...they are not moving their feet, they are too lateral in their post Defense

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:30 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, but to be fair

Pau's a tough cover. Still, I'd like to see LMA rise to the occasion a bit better

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:32 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Put Pryz in please!!!!!

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 7:31 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

should have gotten Joel in earlier

they are dominating inside.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 7:32 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

That'll

be the story all year if we start Frye.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:32 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Wheels said

Pryz is already making a defensive impact.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:34 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

What is the deal?

LMA with a weak offering over Gay....then a horrible outlet handoff...he doesn't look focused to me

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:35 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LaMarcus had Gay guarding him...

needed to take his time more.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 7:35 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I like bringing sergio in

He will run that pick n roll with Joel nicely...and add some energy on the fast break...good call

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:36 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Almost always a good idea

And Web for twoooooooooooo!!!!

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:36 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Pryz bricks a dunk?

Huh?

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:36 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Foot on the line...

but thats good for his confidence...

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:37 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I didn't know

Web had confidence issues.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:38 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Off board!

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:37 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack w/ a terrible decision

tries to force a shot up in traffic on the closeout of the quarter - not even close.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:38 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Down by 3 after 1

Biggest team stats this year will be rebounds and TO's.

We have one more turnover than the Grizz and 3 more rebounds. Not bad.

Our PG's are 1-7 from the field.

Sheesh. Early though.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:40 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

well

it could have been worse...they were owning the paint until joel got in there. LMA looks like a lost puppy tonight, no intensity...I like Frye's effort. I'd like to see Joel and Frye together, with Sergio, Martell and either Jack or Roy. Jack looks like he is picking up where he left of last night, that's nice...but 39% won't get it done

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Grizz missed their

last 5 shots of the quarter and we are still shooting way worse than them.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Sergio drives

kicks it out to Outlaw - miss

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Outlaw misses

again

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Gasol shoots right over Przy...

28 to 23, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:42 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Outlaw misses

again.

Is there a re-post button?

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:42 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Going....

Through....

The....

Motions...

Hey guys we ARE playing a basketball game...ya know?

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Pryz is hittinig the offensive boards

but then he got tackeld and no call

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 7:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Pau on the break

no one even close...

32 to 23

Nate, I mean Sarge, calls timeout...

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

How many jump shots are we going to shoot?

Let's get some shots at the hoop!

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 7:44 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

outlaw's shots have been wide open

he's got to knock them down.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 7:45 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I don't get it...

Blake and Sergio have both been penetrating at will, yet no one seems to be able to take advantage of it.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:44 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I sort of expected

us to come out flat after the emotional high of the home opener.

If they came out with real intensity they might have convinced me that they have a shot this year, but they're acting like a typical young team right now.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:44 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Outlaw needs to get to the hoop

He is never going to be effective until he learns to drive to the hoop regularly. He's a great foul shooter.

When church and state marry, the devil pays for the reception.

by fisheyes on Nov 9, 2007 7:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

We must be content

with winning one game....1-81 must sound good enough!

We need to channel our BlazersEdge boys at the game and get them to pump up the crowd a little more...it seems lifeless in there...but nothing to cheer about so far....

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Sweet pick by JOEL!

Frees sergio for the lay-in

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

The next words I want to hear on the radio

are "boom shacka lacka!" Let's get some dunks.

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 7:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Surge scores!

We have a PG!

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Lol

We've got the Ole chant going for Sergio... But then he travelsh

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 7:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Funny huh?

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:47 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

AAAUUGGHHH!

Martell w/ a great rebound, Sergio on the break and he.... travels...

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Pau Gasol

8-9FG. On FIRE.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:47 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA!!

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 7:47 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Gasol drives right at Joel

and sinks a tough shot

LMA answers w/ a jumper at the other end

34 to 27, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:47 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jeez....

why can't he be playing like he did last night...now he making floating jump hooks from the hip?

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:47 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy misses a close shot!

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy looking a little slow on the move to the hoop

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Then Memphis scores

36-27 them

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I think

Roy's heel is bugging him and he's not owning up to it.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Aldridge rims out the 15 footer.

I wish he'd try to put a few more moves in to free that shot up more...

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Webster please

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 7:50 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Ughhh...

please someone hit a shot.

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 7:51 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

We're not built

to play teams like this very well.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:51 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Joel w/ the block, but then no one blocks out Pau

Whos' fouled on the putback

40 to 27, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:51 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

GASOL WITH 19!!!!

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:51 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Bbbbbllllllaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhuuuuuuhhhhhh

man I hate when Pau whines after a foul....like he isn't going to get the call anyway...

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:51 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Shooting

Blazers: 36%
Grizz: 49%

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:52 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA, rims out again

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:52 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Another missed jumper

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:52 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

REJECTED OHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 7:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

REJECTED!

Joel with the block, Jack fouled on the break!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Put the trap on!!!!

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 7:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Pryz blocks

and Jack at the line on the break!!!

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack...

didn't recognize the mismatch soon enough....we can not hit a lay up tonight....good thing Joel showed up tonight or we would be getting smoked....jack just missed a free throw? What the H@LL

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack only hits one

40 to 28, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:54 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Webster should be able to score like he did

against Peja. Miller isnt a very good defender.

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 7:54 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Where is Roy?

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:54 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

absolutely terrible offense so far

this is a below average defensive team that plays fast and we have 28 points through 1.5 quarters. Simply terrible.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 7:55 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I am being way too negative...

I need to take a break man....geesh!

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 7:55 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I am too...

hope the Blazers give us something positive soon.

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 7:56 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Is...

a hole being dug right now?

by kt1997 on Nov 9, 2007 7:56 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I feel bad for the B-Edgers in attendance...

they deserve a better show than this!

Let's get them in the locker room for the halftime chat!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:56 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Celts

still unbeaten.

Clips went down tonite.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:56 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Joel w/ a sweet tip away...

and they're calling it a goaltending...

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:57 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jump ball

Pryz vs Gasol

Pau wins

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:58 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Joel w/ another block!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:58 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Pryz blocks a dunk!

He has three!

LMA misses.

Miller lays it in.

Roy misses a layup.

WOW

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Something is wrong...

Mike Miller is out hustling us.

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 7:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

ARRGGHHH!

Roy blows the alley-oop!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack is fouled

after a steal by Conley Jr.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 7:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack steals...

and then trips on the breakaway...

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 7:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

roy has been awful finishing inside this year

i don't understand.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 7:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

What is going on there?

Defensive stops that turn into nothing, Roy misses a lay-up?

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:00 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack with a nice baseline move

42 to 30, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:00 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA

gets 2 FT's after a Jack score.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 8:00 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy can't make anything

Maybe he's just waiting till the 4th quarter.

LMA just tried a ridiculous shot with plenty of time on the shot clock. What was that?

When church and state marry, the devil pays for the reception.

by fisheyes on Nov 9, 2007 8:00 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Dunk the ball ROY!

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 8:00 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

wow

we got a call!!

amazing!!

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:01 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Yes Martell is in

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:02 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Blake finally strokes without hesitating

LMA w/ the assist

44 to 35, them

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:03 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Joel trapped under the hoop...

picks up a foul blocking Conley

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:03 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Rudy Gay w/ the money stroke

Martell answers back

50 to 37, them

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:04 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA is fighting

hard for position but we arn't hitting him.

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:04 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Refs

Are we really getting screwed by the refs, or is that just the home town radio announcer talking?

by OregonDuckworth on Nov 9, 2007 8:04 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

the officiating is a little erratic

but it wouldn't matter if the Blazers would just get it together. They're playing terrible!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:06 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Nope...

A rookie ref named Goble is "going to set a record for calls in a half" if he keeps it up says Mike Barrett...facetious I know but telling at the same time!

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:07 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Griz up by 13!

Roy needs to spend more time with that new shooting coach. And maybe he needs to put in more practice before gametime so his shooting touch is properly warmed up.

But what do I know? I'm just a fan in Eugene.

When church and state marry, the devil pays for the reception.

by fisheyes on Nov 9, 2007 8:05 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Where is the "nasty" tonight?

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 8:07 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I'll say it...

Gay>Roy.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:07 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

No comment...

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 8:08 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Just wait until the fourth

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:09 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

tonite....

yes, but Roy does many more things on a nightly basis...Gay is a leaper and a scorer, but that seems to be it on a consistent basis.
Tonight though he has much more energy.

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:09 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Nice exection of the P&R

by Blake and LMA, LMA fouled

Sinks one

50 to 38

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:09 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Outlaw with a 3 pt. play!

off a great steal of the defensive end

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:10 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Trout with the steal

takes it all the way,

and one!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:10 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Outlaw

took it to Pau

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:10 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

How about a travel on Gay?

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:10 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Yes! Outlaw steals, then gets a three point play!

That was a beautiful play by young Travis. First a steal, then all the way to the hoop. Took the foul and finished the layup, then sunk the free throw. Way to go Travis!!

When church and state marry, the devil pays for the reception.

by fisheyes on Nov 9, 2007 8:11 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Blake again

good thing - no one else even wanted the ball...

54 to 43

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:12 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Conley drains a 3

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:12 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Where was the defense on that?

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:13 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

We are letting

the guards have too much confidence they are hitting ridiculous shots on the perimeter....where's Damon's off shot when you need it? I like to see Casy Jacobsen though!

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:13 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Oh.

That was ugly. Swift went coast to coast and no one so much as looked at him on the way to the hoop.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:13 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Gay over Blake...

61 to 47

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:14 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Blake was a step slow - two consec positions

by kt1997 on Nov 9, 2007 8:14 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Blake sinks a tough leaper as the clock runs down

Memphis misses at the buzzer

Halftime.

61 to 49.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:14 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Gay is unconscious right now?!?!?!

Just hitting every sloppy jalopy he puts up! We need to get him into foul trouble. Martell needs to drive it to the bucket in the 2nd half.

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:15 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Really!

Same with Roy, for that matter. We just have no attack, right now.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:16 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

A disturbing trend

The Blazers are a VERY poor first half team. It starts with Brandon Roy who simply doesn't show up for first halves. It needs to stop.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:16 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Yeah

Getting tired of the 4th quarter comments. He keeps this up and it won't be a game by the 4th.

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

There better be some

broken clip boards in the halftime locker room.

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 8:16 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I think I can hear Nate from up here...

outside Seattle!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

hopefully...

they are broken across LMA's face to wake him up!

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I mean...

he could be dominating this game right now! IF he were a superstar right now he would see that he is the best player on the court and stop playing down to his competition. They have switched smaller players onto him repeatedly and its like he ducks down to make himself smaller and throws up a weak hook shot. He needs to pretend he's got Duncan on him and light it up for 27 again. I just have high expectations that's all.

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:21 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

All he needs to say is

"you are getting blown out at home by the Memphis freakin Grizzles!" And then break his clip board.

by JasonT on Nov 9, 2007 8:26 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

checking in from memphis

hey guys...fun first half.

crazy officiating.

this is the best I've seen Pau this year.

prz only has 2 blocks in the stats, but he has challenged a lot more than that.

So guys, what do you think of our PG's? Lowry has shown a little bit of why I like him the best (a crazy stat, he has the most free throw attempts per minute in the NBA)...

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:19 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

you guys look good

we look not so good. lowry and conley have crazy quicks. brandon roy has a propensity to struggle in the first half which contributes to us almost always finding ourselves trailing at halftime. we need a big 2nd half from him to have a chance.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:23 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

i'm surprised we are playing so well

for the past few year's i've always thought we should trade Miller for Przybilla. now we got darko, so we don't need a center anymore, but tonight Prz is reminding me why i thought he would be a good fit in memphis...pau needs a good defender playing beside him...

i like the 2 PG look with Sergio and Jack when Roy is on the bench...

i love the quickness of lowry and conly. they just need to learn to finish better when going at mach 1. neither has shown to make shots in the lane consistently.

ps - thanks for stealing our draft pick!

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:28 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, the zebras are bugging everyone...

Pau is just torturing Aldridge - I'm expecting to see more offense from Aldridge in the second half.

If Joel wasn't out there, this game would already be over.

I'm surprised to see how much your "baby PG's" are playing - when I checked in on Memphis a week ago, Damon was hitting on all cylinders, and I figured he'd continue to get the bulk of the minutes.

To be honest, our crummy perimeter defense makes everyone's guards look pretty good!

So far, the big concern for us is the lack of B-Roy. Fortunately, he tends to pick it up in the 4th quarter pretty consistently.

Nate is pretty good about making adjustments at the half. This could get interesting really quickly... Memphis can shoot both teams back into a game pretty quickly!

-t

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:26 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Roy

will almost certainly not be our leading scorer this year, in my opinion.

I felt that way before the year started and I feel even stronger about it now.

What's more: he could end up being our 3rd leading scorer due to brilliant and consistent shooting by Martell Webster.

I'm not saying that will happen, but at this point it wouldn't surprise me.

"Life is a meaningless sequence of events in between Blazer championships"

by broggerboy19 on Nov 9, 2007 8:21 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

That wouldn't surprise me.

The goal should really be to ride LMA's points into the 4th quarter, keep it close, and then turn it over to B-Roy to bring it home. If Martell goes off, then he could take the whole game over on any given night.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:28 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

more from memphis

this was the first time Tarence Kinsey has played...the locals in memphis fell in love with him last year and were pissed that Casey Jacobsen has played over him so far this year...it was funny to see the Grizzlies messageboard when TK finally got in this game...haha

we gave up a protected first rounder for Juan Carlos Navarro and so far he has been horrible in the regular season....had he not been so bad so far, lowry and conly probably wouldn't have played together this game...

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:22 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

no offense bud

but I'm not thrilled about hearing what a fun Friday night this is for you. outside of one win this has been a really disappointing season so far, especially since everyone is scratching their heads about what's up with Roy.

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:27 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

may 22nd

to be honest, beating seattle AND portland would be great revenge for most griz fans....

we are still bitter about May 22nd...

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:29 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Huh

I dont really think that was our fault. Besides it is not lik anyone wanted another SA situation where your best player is injured sending you to the lottery so you can get another franchise player.

Also, I like the fact that a Griz fan is here so stick around pal

by jonestr on Nov 9, 2007 8:32 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah

I guess that was a bigger win than this game anyway

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:35 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Though I do think

you have a good team and should enjoy this, just maybe not here.

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:29 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

oh, i see

only checking in b/c the blog I write for traded pre-game links with Dave. thought it would be manners to come and check in on Dave's game thread in appreciation. i would have been here no matter what the score is.

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:31 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

No worries

I might be a little touchy right now. I'm sure I will appreciate some of the insight down the road.

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:33 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I appreciate it.

It's nice to get a little perspective on things!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:36 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Maybe Roy needs..

a fan asking where his game is as that motivated him to warm up.

by kt1997 on Nov 9, 2007 8:27 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Ouch Points in the Paint is 38 to 18

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:27 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

it may come as a surprise

but so far the grizzlies have proven to be a poor jump shooting team....we need the points in the paint to stay competitive right now...

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:40 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

We have to make our layins if we are to win...

check the shot chart on NBA.com it is disgusting:

http://www.nba.com/games/20071109/MEMPOR/gameinfo.html

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:29 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Nice D by Martell

blocks Darco underneath

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:32 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy finally sinks a layin

61 to 51, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:33 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA plays Milicic tight

and forces the travel

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:34 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy misses the turnaround at the buzzer

Milicic slices through everyone and dunks

63 to 51, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:35 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy terrible

when your best player gets shut down by Mike Miller, you have problems.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:36 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

oops

not so fast my friend

by OregonDuckworth on Nov 9, 2007 8:43 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

BOOMCHAKALKA!

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:38 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

What happened?

I left the room for a minute and I see Frye dunking it!

63 to 56?

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:39 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy assisted a Webster three

and then stole a pass and hit Frye for the Slam.

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:39 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

need to keep up the Mo

Roy with 2 assists and a steal in a row. If he has a big half we still have a shot at this one.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:40 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Oh Yea!

Lets go Roy!

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

ROY HAS ARRIVED

GAME ON!!!

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Nice! Roy poaches the passing lane

and the finishes with Blake on the break, AND ONE

63 to 59, Mem.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:42 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

They're looking plugged in now

the intensity just kicked up a notch!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:42 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Good D on Gasol, closing him on the baseline

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

you guys were right

2nd half team behind roy waking up....huge run to close the lead....

pathetic display of energy and focus for my boys in beale street blue...

griz fans are asking for kyle lowry to come in..

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

YESSS

YES YES YES! now we're playing, right behind Roy's leadership!

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:44 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

wow I thought Miller was fouled

but I'll take it!! We've got ourselves a game!

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Milicic coughs it up, out of bounds

they blow the conversion, then Martell with the block on the other end, Roy to LMA AND ONE to finish the break, 63 to 62, them

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Gay hits the 3

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy on the drive

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

oh baby

by OregonDuckworth on Nov 9, 2007 8:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Halftime

broken clipboards worked.

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Trading buckets fast and furious

68 to 63, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Rudy Gay is a flat out stud

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Zack 3SB

How do the memphis fans feel about Damon?

by jonestr on Nov 9, 2007 8:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

damon

a lot of fans don't think Damon should start and would rather him be traded...

though some are of the opinion that he should start for about 2 months and then get traded....

but regardless of who is starting, most fans feel that Lowry should get a majority of the minutes with conley being groomed to start later in the season....

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:50 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

interesting

As Lowry only played a handful of games, but from his brief college career I can see there is a lot to like.

Was there any talk about shipping Damon to the Celtics? He seems like a good fit there as he is more of a scoring guard.

by jonestr on Nov 9, 2007 8:53 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

problem is

salaries are hard to match with the celts...

but it makes the most sense...

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 8:55 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I remember...

...feelim' that way when he was a Blazer. (oops did I just say that!)

by ladygonegrey on Nov 10, 2007 8:19 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Aldridge takes it to the hoop!

picks up the call on Gasol! His 4th!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:47 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I have to shut down the laptop (Dumb Battery)

Have fun with the rest of the game guys. Go Blazers!

Greg Oden Rap

by JTDuck22 on Nov 9, 2007 8:47 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I gotta go too....

hold it down B.E. boys! I know you will do us proud!!!!

GO BLAZERS!!!!!!

by GimmeIme on Nov 9, 2007 8:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Cardinal for 3?

Ouch.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:50 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Holy cow

Gay looked like he was coming in from the ceiling!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:50 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA serves up...

the dunk!!!!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:51 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy to Aldridge!!!

dunks again!!

73 to 70, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:51 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA with a nice move...

but Swift with an even better block

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

nice

that rookie ref got overruled. Maybe he'll calm it down a bit now.

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 8:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Trout with the sweet jumper

fouled, misses the extra point

73 to 72, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Beaten underneath again...

75 to 72, Mem

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:54 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy is such a fantastic passer.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:55 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

shoot the ball JJack!

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:56 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Mike Miller, turns the corner at the foul line

fouled on the drive, again...

Joel comes back

Miller makes one of two

76 to 72

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:56 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack with the fallback jumper

76 to 74

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:57 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Joel draws the foul from Swift!

Our ball!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:58 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Trout w/ a great rebound...

but travels trying to hold it...

Memphis can't convert to close out the half.

76 to 74, Memphis!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 8:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

excellent quarter.

let's bring it home.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 8:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Good D by Webster on Gay

Gay misses, then Outlaw misses from 20' at the other end.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:03 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jacobson fouls to stop BRoy on the drive

try again.

Webster stumbles on the shot, Joel picks up the 3 in the key call... turnover

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:05 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy is money

Hits from the top of the key without hesitation!

Conley answers on the drive on the other end

79 to 76

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:06 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Martell with the 3

Ties it up!!!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:06 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

off a B-Roy drive

B-Roy w/ the assist

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:07 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Webster!

money in the clutch!

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 9:07 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy's got it going on!

Converts on the drive, picks up the foul with a chance to tie it back up!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:08 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

It's time for Roy

To do what he does best. I love that man

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:09 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Rudy Gay was a STEAL at #8

explain to me how Adam Morrison went ahead of Foye, Roy and Gay????

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 9:09 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Gotta be the 'stache...

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:10 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

jerry west

said that they key for us trading for Gay was the Portland-Boston-Minny trade....

thanks guys!

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 9:12 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

could you explain that?

It seems like the only thing those trades did was leave Gay on the board, but I would have a hard time seeing how it did anything else.

If anyone thank Danny Ainge. I know I am.

by jonestr on Nov 9, 2007 9:17 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

to be fair

there were a lot of expectations for stache to lead the team. The only rookie who was able to lead was roy.

I fully expected the stache to really surprise people this year and was going to snag him in the fantasy draft at a low pick. Then he busted his leg.

I've been right about Gay so far. I just with I could have snagged him in the blazers edge league too.

I can't wait till i have a healthy and nonsuspended roster!!! all my leagues have 2-3 people not playing. It's killing me.

We applied the cortical electrodes but we're unable to get a neural reaction from either patient.

by ratbastird on Nov 9, 2007 10:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Gettin' hot and heavy under the hoop!

Bodies flying!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:11 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Can't buy

a rebound. Good D but man...

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:12 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack!!!!

Splits the defenders, makes the layup!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:12 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

LMA

Hits a up and under for the lead!

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:13 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

ALDRIDGE!!!!

Looked like Hakeem under the hoop!

86 to 84 US!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:13 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy taking it right into Gay!

Picks up the call on the drive, non-shooting.

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:14 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Aldridge gets the hustle points

followed by Trout!

3 chances on one possession

Jack for 3!!!

89 to 84!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:15 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Blazers take the lead!!

Now Roy misses a three from the right corner, but the Blazers get the ball back.

Now TO with an amazing offensive rebound. Great hustle!! And Jack hits the three!!

Blazers up by 4!!

When church and state marry, the devil pays for the reception.

by fisheyes on Nov 9, 2007 9:15 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Tech

on Nate?

89 to 85

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:16 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

naw

Defensive 3 sec

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I guess we need to be down

To play inspired D. I prefer a 2nd half team to a 1st half team but we need to come out and play that kinda D from the 1st

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:17 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Time to start gutting it out!

Can they hold on? We've finally hit the Roy >> Gay point of the game!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:18 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

OH MY

ROY ROY ROY ROY ROY layup and one baby! YOU GOTTA LOVE THIS!!!!!!!!!!

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:20 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

wow

what a gorgeous play by BRoy.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 9:20 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Roy slips through EVERYONE!

The bucket, and one!

Misses the free throw, recovers the miss, drains the jumper!

93 to 85!!!!!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:20 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Gay for 3

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:20 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

good game, guys

great 2nd half for you guys...particularly roy and LMA...

we look like we gave up...ugh...only lowry has any fire for us...

by Zack on Nov 9, 2007 9:21 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

we'll trade you

Raef Lafrentz for Rudy Gay.

Its fair- Raef was a #5 overall pick.

Please?

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 9:24 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Offensive foul on the other end

Trout set a moving pick

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:21 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

JJack making plays!

Roy making plays!

Aldridge making plays!

Blazers up 7!

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 9:23 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Where the hell is Joel?!

We need his defense in there! Bench Trout and put in Pryz!

Sheesh.

by DonkeyShins on Nov 9, 2007 9:31 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Sorry, had to grab a bite to eat

basically, they're trading baskets, but P-town is getting all the breaks.

104 to 96, Portland!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:31 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Good rebound

followed by a bad B-Roy pass under full court pressure, and Jack turns it over

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:32 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

That's a weird-ass lineup...

Jack, Blake, Roy, LMA, Trout.

Does that mean Roy is playing the 3???

by DonkeyShins on Nov 9, 2007 9:32 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

wierd indeed

but its been solid

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 9:33 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

More like Jack

Roy's playing PG, Blake the SG, Trout PF, LMA the Center!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:35 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Free throw time

Gotta make your free throws........

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:32 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I have Rudy Gay

on my fantasy team.

I started him today at flex in a last minute call over Barbosa and Maggette.

I'm a genius.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 9:33 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

this is the only league I DONT have rudy

I accidentally traded petrovic for him. It was approved and they got him the night he made 10 3 pointers. I felt dumb but the last two games he's been making me look a bit bright!!!

We applied the cortical electrodes but we're unable to get a neural reaction from either patient.

by ratbastird on Nov 9, 2007 10:13 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Trout

needs to take a seat. don't trust his clutchness

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:33 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

B-Roy

with 8 assists and 22 points not to shabby. LMA destroyed 28 and 10

by ryryslyry on Nov 9, 2007 9:36 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

draft class of last year

has 99 points.

31 for Gay
14 for Lowry

22 for Roy
30 for Aldridge
Sergio chipping in with 2!

Magnificent 2nd half by Roy, Aldridge and don't forget Jarrett Jack. Another good game from Webster, with contributions from Joel and Outlaw to boot! Great team 2nd half effort.

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 9:39 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Lucky Blazers edge people

This would have been the night to go!

by einman77 on Nov 9, 2007 9:37 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack can be money when he gets a full head

of steam like that. Knocked down the free throws following an aggressive drive to the hoop.

LMA wrestles down the board and picks up the call, 2 more from the line

108 to 98, Portland!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:37 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

we win

only the best of the best

by soulja2boy on Nov 9, 2007 9:38 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Jack picks up the rebound, get fouled

pretty much over at this point

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:39 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

We Win!

110 to 98!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:40 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

whew....

by kt1997 on Nov 9, 2007 9:42 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

have to go p...now, can't hold it any more

by kt1997 on Nov 9, 2007 9:42 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

that's what laptops are for

invest in one and wireless :)

We applied the cortical electrodes but we're unable to get a neural reaction from either patient.

by ratbastird on Nov 9, 2007 10:11 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

didn't know...

that you could watch this game on a laptop with wireless connection...learned something new today ;)

by kt1997 on Nov 9, 2007 10:24 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Blazers win!! Blazers win!!

LMA, Roy, Jack, and Webby all score in double figures. Aldridge with 10 boards.

When church and state marry, the devil pays for the reception.

by fisheyes on Nov 9, 2007 9:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Great second half!

Congratulations Blazersedgers... you WERE the difference!

by webted on Nov 9, 2007 9:44 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

90 points

from the big 4 (LMA, BR, JJ, MW).

8 ast, 1 TO from Blake.

Awful statline from Joel but he kept us in the game in the first half.

Some key hustle plays by Outlaw.

What a fantastic 2nd half- 61 to 37 we destroyed them!

by jksnake99 on Nov 9, 2007 9:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Weee

Game was fantastic. Out of the Garden, I saw some guy wear a Blazers jersey... with Durant and the number 35 on the back...

ROTUNDITYDOTNET

by damir on Nov 9, 2007 10:11 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Might have been this guy...

http://draftkevindurant.blogspot.com/2007/11/silent-protest.html

by OutrageousJ on Nov 9, 2007 10:15 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Wow what a great game

Can anyone deny that Webster has arrived? We have a 3 headed monstrosity with LMA, Roy, Web with alot of extra fire coming from our bench boys who can explode on any given night as Jack showed once again. Can anyone deny that Jack coming off the bench with Blake starting is anything short of magic????

October, October, October, October, October...... (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odin)

by Idog1976 on Nov 9, 2007 10:36 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

hey to all

you missed a party at the garden! dave, clipperjim, jorga, buckyblazer, idog1976, damir, roseburgian, ladygonegrey, sergioFTW and i was there! trading fives with buckyblazer and damir and idog1976 was awesome!!!

"Besides, I met a girl who loves basketball, blazers, and spurs. I'm sorry, you really can't dampen my mood right now :)" -ratbastird(after oden's surgery)

by nateinaloha on Nov 9, 2007 11:29 PM PST reply actions 0 recs