Post-Gameday Open Conversational Thread
by Dave on Nov 15, 2008 12:59 AM PST
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PrintThere are a few people around the board tonight and our overseas fans may be in the middle of their day checking out the site, so I'm going to do something I only do once in a blue moon. For about the next hour I'm going to hang around here. This is an open thread. If you'd like to talk Blazers or anything else with me or anyone here for a while, have at it. I will monitor the comments and respond as I'm able. If nobody wants to chat that's fine too, I'll just do some research on next week's games.
You can be serious, silly, on- or off-topic as you choose and no question will remain unanswered from my point of view. Here's your chance to have at Dave for a while and get to know each other better.
--Dave (blazersub@yahoo.com)
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Oden Tonight
It is obvious after tonight’s game he will be the next great center in NBA history.
Just kidding Dave. I have been encouraged by Oden’s play in the first half at Miami and the second half tonight. Looking forward to the Jefferson match-up tomorrow.
PTB Liberation Day - 2/10/04
Yes
Although Jefferson may be a bit crafty for G.O. at this stage of his career. Watch out for fouls.
The thing that I love about Oden is that his size makes up for a lot of inexperience. For instance he’s nowhere near the technical pick-setter that Przybilla is but New Orleans still had to go a mile to get around his screens tonight. I think that kind of thing will see Oden through even an imperfect rookie year and make him valuable.
—Dave
i was impressed
I really enjoyed watching Oden on both ends of the floor. But I didn’t like the decision to leave him out there at the end of the game. Pryz would have been a better option covering that pick and role. But it’s also Paul and even the most experienced players have trouble gaurding his pick and role with Chandler
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:12 AM PST up reply actions
I think Oden
is chafing a little at playing fewer minutes. That may be part of it. I didn’t mind leaving him out there considering how well he was doing. I suspect among other things Nate just wanted him to get a rhythm and some confidence and know that the team believes in him.
—Dave
i agree
tough to take out a player playing as well as he was. And your right. Building his confidence is a major part of his growth. But you don’t want to sacrafice growth for a win. Of course, this game would have taked a miracle to win. The Hornets looked poised to win. An MVP caliber player always helps
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:17 AM PST up reply actions
I would guess
that Nate didn’t see any advantage we would have had with Przy outweighing what Oden was giving us. If it was a clear choice between confidence and the win Nate would have gone for the win. I doubt it was and the other benefits helped tip the scale for Oden.
Keep in mind too that as soon as Przybilla got in there the defense would have let him have the ball in favor of doubling anyone else, particularly Roy. Przybilla hasn’t been part of our late game unit for that reason.
—Dave
timeouts
what was there time out situation? Could have possibly done a offensive / defensive substitution. I’m a big Nate fan, so I’ll trust his feel for the game and his players more then what I think I know. If that makes sense
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:28 AM PST up reply actions
Didn't have them to spend
You have to preserve them carefully when you’re trailing because you may need to advance the ball to halfcourt without spending 3 extra seconds dribbling it. Or you may foul somebody with 1.5 seconds left and need a timeout in order to get the ball downcourt for the game-tying shot.
—Dave
I think the loss was secondary to Nate tonight
He was looking to get Oden going and it may pay off in the long term instead of the short term with one win tonight.
PTB Liberation Day - 2/10/04
I just like finally having 12 fouls at center instead of 6
at least Nate has the option to not go small if one of them gets in early foul trouble.
PTB Liberation Day - 2/10/04
2 good centers
We should be a lot better defensibly now. I like Oden comign off the bench too.
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:21 AM PST up reply actions
Oden off the bench....GREAT IDEA
He needs time to get back on his game. Working with LMA and Roy will only slow the first team.
When he slides into the starting 5, it’ll take some time, but indvidually, he’ll be ready.
By the way, Love and Jefferson are going to be in for it tomorrow.
by kobisportsguy on Nov 15, 2008 1:35 AM PST up reply actions
Nobody can stop
Oden in the second unit. And it does allow him to get a rhythm when he comes in. That said, he’ll be back starting before too long.
—Dave
Cool stuff
1. Did you grow up in Portland, or have you always been a distance fan?
2. How does your day job work with your late night blogging? Do you never get calls in the morning, or do you just need minimal sleep?
3. How often do you actually get to see the Blazers in person?
4. There are rumors that run around occasionally that you actually post in the conversations sometimes under an alias just for the fun of it. Care to comment?
5. Does the real Dave Deckard who pastors in Idaho know you’ve stolen his identity?
6. Is “Ben Golliver” really his name, or should we be trying to guess what his real name is?
7. You’ve said that Blazer personnel (including KP) post on here. How many specific people in the organization do you know of that post here? Do you know any of their screen identities? Of course, you wouldn’t reveal them, but I was just curious if you actually knew any of them.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
Hmmm
1. I grew up in Portland, went to Laurelhurst Elementary, Fernwood Middle School, Grant High School, and for a while even Lewis + Clark college. I left Portland in ‘95 and haven’t been back full time since then. BUT that also means I’ve had a dish for years and seen every Blazer game for that long, being outside of the blackout area.
2. Adjustable schedule…minimal sleep.
3. Once or twice a year. It’d be more if I lived in town, of course. For most things though I’ve really found TV gives you a better view UNLESS you can afford seats really close up.
4. This is one thing I’ve never done. If I’m going to comment I am upfront and honest and do so under my own name. I would consider this unethical, in fact.
5. Not since I stuffed him in my trunk.
6. I think that’s his real name. I mean, come on…if you were going to make one up would THAT be it???
7. Technically I have never said that. Others have. Personally I would not mention it, just file it away in my chest of secretly cool things about doing this. I never look up screen names for any reason except moderating so I don’t know who is who. Oh…one exception. If someone CLAIMS to be someone famous in a comment to add weight to their words I will double-check that. They never are.
—Dave
Thanks, Dave
Interesting stuff.
If someone CLAIMS to be someone famous in a comment to add weight to their words I will double-check that. They never are.
Sherman Alexie? But he didn’t say who he is to try to add weight to his comment.
Poor Ben. If he’s really stuck with that name, do you think it was nice to be so mean about it?
I notice on your response to #7 that you started with the word “technically”. That sort of tells us something. :)
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
Oh, one more thing
I think you have said that Henry Abbott has posted here. Just curious if he told you his screen name.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
Nope!
And Sherman isn’t covered by that sentence for the exact reason you mentioned. In fact I never checked on him. I just assumed nobody else would claim to be Sherman Alexie.
—Dave
it’s really sherman.
honor terry porter
by Ben Golliver on Nov 15, 2008 1:34 PM PST up reply actions
Are you really Ben?
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
P.S.
By his writing, it’s pretty obvious it’s really Sherman, even if no one checked it out.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
Right
So it’s true, and you know it, even though you’ve never said it. I see through you like a glass….
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
I am semi-famous
See if you agree.
Not that it adds any weight to my opinions about basketball, of which I have very few anyway.
Sure like this team though. I was a not-within-half-the-planet of famous when I held seasons’ tickets for the Walton championship teams. I do miss the fast breaks, which made winning so much easier, it seems. But Hollinger assures me that Portland is the most effective offense in basketball, so I’ll go with that.
Great site, very welcome to this fan far away.
I think Bayless could have helped tonight, and some other games so far this young season.
Nothing against Blake or Sergio, but why do you think Bayless isn’t getting any PT?
Yeah, he’s a rookie who needs to earn his spot in the rotation but lots of times when the offense is non existent his style, much more so than Sergio or Blake can get the team going. I’m having trouble understanding why Nate decides to play Serg off the ball with Roy handling the point. Isn’t that the ideal situation to play Bayless instead of Sergio?
I wouldn’t Bayless has looked that bad in practice to where he doesn’t earn some PT in times like that.
Again, I’m not anti Sergio or Blake but I would have really liked to see Bayless play tonight in that 4th quarter. I think he could have turned things around. Your thoughts Dave?
Bayless wouldn't get fourth quarter time
in a close game right now. He has no continuity or experience with the other guys who would be out there. Also Bayless’ gifts are best expressed when he controls the ball (at least right now) and you KNOW they’re not going to put the ball in his hands with Roy and Aldridge and Oden and Ruy available.
However defensively I was thinking it would have been nice to see a little something-something from him tonight. I hope his comfort, attitude, and fit with the team can develop enough that he gets some PT because I think he will eventually bring a defensive dimension that we don’t have. The team is in love with his body and how he uses it…which should not be confused with TominHawaii’s post below.
—Dave
Normally I would understand not playing him in the 4thQ.
I think tonight though it would have been worth taking the risk. Of course if he came in and didn’t win the game we’d hear all about how bad of a decision it was by Nate to bring him in.
I think he'd hear about it from his other key players too
You can’t risk messing up their mojo like that.
—Dave
Hi Dave, I sent a message to both you and Ben, offering the Paco´s caricatures for the site, so they can decorate your posts from time to time. . No answer.
No answer.
Sergio + Rudy = 16
Sergio + Bayless = 16
Batum 8+8=16
You hang out here
and I’ll go make sweet love to your woman.
—Dave
by Dave on Nov 15, 2008 1:16 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Wow, congrats Tom -- what are the odds?!?
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
It was a slow process
I was thin when we met.
by tominhawaii on Nov 15, 2008 10:16 AM PST up reply actions
Just remember -- you're not a "fatty," you're CHERUBIC.
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
Tom can pack years' worth
into a few hours.
I’m talking about borderline comments here.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
Well it has been over a year since Oden was drafted
That’s when I became a fan.
by tominhawaii on Nov 15, 2008 10:17 AM PST up reply actions
......................... before that he was President of the Ron Jeremy Fan Club.
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
What happens with Batum when Martell comes back?
Will he take his place next to Bayless while not getting any minutes, or will Nate find away to get him his 10 minutes a night?
Also, do you see Sergio’s playing time increasing or was tonight a product of Blake’s foul trouble?
by DRKENNETHNOISEWATER on Nov 15, 2008 1:17 AM PST reply actions
and does that mean both Batum and Frye will be riding the pine?
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:20 AM PST up reply actions
The Batum question
will be fascinating. You can’t simply bury him anymore. But I do think Martell will eventually reclaim his starting job. Batum might be down to 10-12 minutes per game. As long as he hustles, defends, and keeps rebounding he’ll find time though. You may see Outlaw revert to power forward more.
Frye is already losing minutes. That trend may continue. I am almost on record as saying that either Frye or Outlaw will be traded soon. I guess I might as well go on record here.
—Dave
Only problem with Wallace
The reason to trade Outlaw, as I see it, would be that Batum and Webster split time at the 3…Where would Wallace fit in?
PTB Liberation Day - 2/10/04
haha
I don’t know. Read Freedarko’s book: Josh Smith and Gerlad Wallace are sowers of chaos. I don’t want them on our efficient front line.
Jaws were hitting the floor as Greg repeatedly attempted to tear the rim off the backboard...
I can't help but agree
Outlaw might be the piece that can bring the piece…I don’t know who it would be but PG doesn’t sound too far fetched.
PTB Liberation Day - 2/10/04
yeah,
the train wreck we all some coming was put off by injuries.
but minutes are going to be more scarce than good brandy once Martell is back and Oden amps up to 35 minutes per.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:29 AM PST up reply actions
Couldn't agree more.
There’s only so many minutes to go around.
Martell and Batum make a perfect SF rotation for years to come (talent AND great contracts). That’s the only thing (along with durability) that scares me about Gerald Wallace.
What about the PG spot? Blake is serviceable, potentially the perfect backup. Sergio has potential, but with Roy’s ballhandling skills we don’t need a true point. Just a great combo guard who can defend and shoot….T-Rex.
But can we wait for him to develop, with our trade assets (Frye, Outlaw, Sergio, etc) all a year or two from Free Agency?
by kobisportsguy on Nov 15, 2008 1:30 AM PST up reply actions
I'm not so sure about Bayless either
He would be perfect if he could just wait for a pass and shoot from distance, but his main scoring threat is when he goes 1 on 1 to the hoop
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
I'd just hate to see KP pull a Paxson
KP is certainly no Paxson. But it wasn’t so long ago that the Bulls were the young team with all the potential studs looking to trade. They didn’t and they’re still mired in the lottery.
by kobisportsguy on Nov 15, 2008 1:43 AM PST up reply actions
I really want to flag this post
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
lol
Between the Bars
The pressure of days, do what I say
And I'll make you okay and drive them away
The images stuck in your head
People you've been before that you don't want around anymore
That push and shove and won't bend to your will
I'll keep them still
WORD UP. STAY. FRESCO.
Dear Dave,
Here’s a easy one…
I am a 20 year old English major who doesn’t know what I want to do with the rest of my life. What should I spend the next 60 years doing?
A beard on a blind man! Too much, I say.
haha
wow. “easy one” eh? sounds like you need to talk to Dave in his other profession.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:21 AM PST up reply actions
haha yeah
I forgot to add an advice columney closer.
“Puzzled in Portland” or something like that
But seriously, I am listening to all wild suggestions
A beard on a blind man! Too much, I say.
Sophia had a good suggestion
making babies and going to the fair
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:26 AM PST up reply actions
If you had enough money that you didn't have to worry about making a living,
what would you do?
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:27 AM PST up reply actions
hmm
Write, I would write a lot.
A beard on a blind man! Too much, I say.
I got a great idea, become a writer.
nah, jk.
What kind of writer do you like? Fiction, journalism, sports, history?
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:30 AM PST up reply actions
fiction
I’ve been reading a lot of Kurt Vonnegut lately, he wrote Slaughterhouse-Five, if you’ve ever heard of that. My favorite quote from Vonnegut is “if I should ever die, God forbid, I hope you will say, "Kurt is up in Heaven now.” That’s my favorite joke."
A beard on a blind man! Too much, I say.
how do you define success in life?
the size of your paycheck? or the richness of your relationships?
or achieving something professionally?
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:41 AM PST up reply actions
I love vonnegut.
His books are so hit or miss though. Breakfast of Champions is a great one, and I loved Hocus Pocus too, but I know other people who are Vonnegut fans who didn’t like that one. I have read half of his stuff. I’ve also read most of Tom Robbins (Another Roadside Attraction, it is unbelievable, but most people like Jitterbug Perfume better) and Douglas Adams as well. I am kind of a book worm, but I have been mired in the study of Japanese and the discussion of the Portland Trail Blazers lately.
my sister is an english major at PSU
she is 20 and is joining the peace corps . After she gets back she is gonna work with Autistic young adults .
Sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
thinking writing
working in a cubicle teaching making babies adopting kids singing in the shower eating drinking sleeping going to the country fair
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
You're a country fair fan?
We own a place a couple miles from the Fair, host a campout and potluck for Fair Friends every summer during the Fair weekend.
My suggestions
in no particular order:
1. Write porn scripts under the pen-name “Biff Stryker”.
2. Live in a cave and translate all of the works of Flannery O’Connor into modern Klingon.
3. Procreate and give the world many babies, then make THEM do all the work to support you.
4. Blog about the lack of grammar on the internet but always spell it “grammer”.
5. Go on American Idol and sing an original composition based on the works of e.e. cummins.
6. If all else fails, become a monk.
—Dave
Thanks
I now know what I’m going to name my future son.
Honor Terry Porter
by Philthyanimal on Nov 15, 2008 1:41 AM PST up reply actions
Here is some random advice from a 30 year old what to do with the next ten
- Travel the world to see how other people are living
- Exercise/do sports
- Take a variety of courses at your university (preferably a good one of course)
- Keep in contact with your old friends
- Read “Happier” by Tal-Ben Shahar (teaches the most popular Harvard course) and follow some of the advice in the book to become so. He e.g. talks about identifying what you “really really want to do” and what could be your job, your career, or even your calling. But don’t expect answers over night.
- Read the lyrics to “Everybody’s free (to wear sunscreen)” for some more ideas
I'd've just advised him to give up on life and become an alcohlic, but ...
your suggestions are seemingly much more productive and, well, healthy.
You could teach English in Japan
It’s what I am doing. I’m not really sure how that translates to anything else, and it gets tough to watch basketball games. But you go to America and you can speak Japanese and read some of the stuff that basketball players have tattooed on themselves, and chicks dig it. Well, not really actually. You think they would. Maybe this is a bad idea.
Love the site Dave.
This is only the 2nd time I’ve posted (the first being a happy reax to the Zach Randolph trade).
Didn’t see the 4th quarter tonight, high school football playoffs, what can I say. But I’m loving Greg’s output. The sooner everyone (Greg included) relaxes, and lets him take advantage of that freakish (still) athleticism, the better off he’ll be.
Just wanted to say I love the site, more posts than any other Blazers site out there. Keep up the good work.
Oh and Tom, go see the lady.
Uh
I think that’s a prerequisite for Tom’s wife. Foreplay = not being able to see you clearly.
—Dave
by Dave on Nov 15, 2008 1:29 AM PST up reply actions 7 recs
How could this great line get only 1 rec.?
Shameful!!!
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
zounds
I've got a plan......we lob up a bad shot that Dwight can block, but we do it in such a way that it hits either Rashard or Hedo in the head knocking them out for the game.
--Magnum
by prezofdeath on Nov 15, 2008 12:07 PM PST up reply actions
Nate Robinson may be smaller, but he'd wreck me.
How about Chris Quinn, or dare I say….Sergio.
by kobisportsguy on Nov 15, 2008 1:22 AM PST up reply actions
What‽
Who just said “serial killer?”
That reminds me of a favorite former Sonic of mine, ol’ Bobby Swift, who definitely looks that part.
In Seattle, “Big Shot” Bob was garbage on the hardwood; he looked awesome doing it, however.
Swift had stiff competition for the honor, though, as Adam Morrison almost received that award.
Yet, prior to cutting his hair, Morrison looked more like a steretypical rapist than an actual murder.
he scares me
I've got a plan......we lob up a bad shot that Dwight can block, but we do it in such a way that it hits either Rashard or Hedo in the head knocking them out for the game.
--Magnum
Kobe Bryant
this is evil but i have often thought of meeting Kobe at a bar at some ritzy hotel when the Lakers are in town and taking him up on his offer to go to his room. Once I get there i would break his knee caps and claim self defense.
:)
Sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
WOW
I can’t think of anything else to say
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:29 AM PST up reply actions
i was kidding
I would only take out one knee cap
sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
This is dumb
You could just do what Philthyanimal suggested AND in the process of defending your honor, accidentally yank really hard on that bad finger of his. Accomplishes the same purpose, but you are the victim and get rich.
You really need to learn to think outside the box.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
muauuauahahhaa
you have been hanging out with Mortymurrrr way too long
coming up with all these evil schemes and then posting them for people to read
i like it though
I've got a plan......we lob up a bad shot that Dwight can block, but we do it in such a way that it hits either Rashard or Hedo in the head knocking them out for the game.
--Magnum
by prezofdeath on Nov 15, 2008 12:09 PM PST up reply actions
why don't you just
get him in some compromising positions while going at him 1 on 1. once he is about to score then you can shut him down on defense while having someone come in and take pictures. you will ruin his marriage a 2nd time, and perhaps line your purse with $$$.
Honor Terry Porter
by Philthyanimal on Nov 15, 2008 1:43 AM PST up reply actions
Which is the greater beauty
Lynda Carter circa 1978 or Raquel Welch circa 1970? It’s all in the perception and what you’re looking for.
—Dave
Lets hope we just still have them both 5 years from now.
Rudy and Roy that is….I don’t think Carter and Welch can still ball at this point to be honest.
Well
it’s too early really in Rudy’s career to say definitively what he’ll be doing in 5 years. Personally I wouldn’t give up what he’s done for our movement and energy for anything. But I wouldn’t give Roy up for anything either. Ideally in five years when you mention one you’ll always think of the other.
—Dave
I would have to go with Lynda Carter
Because she was and I hope still is such a big time R and B singer
by southern oregon on Nov 15, 2008 10:13 AM PST up reply actions
Fun reading
What are you reading for fun right now?
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
This blog mostly
Doing some C.S. Lewis otherwise. Though reading for fun goes on the back burner during the season.
—Dave
by Dave on Nov 15, 2008 1:36 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
'The Miracle of St. Anthony'
Adrian Wojnarowski’s season with Bob Hurley’s high school team in Jersey was probably the best hoops book I’ve read.
Check it out. If you like basketball, and I’ll assume you do, it’s a must read.
by kobisportsguy on Nov 15, 2008 1:41 AM PST up reply actions
I was wondering why Rudy did not get shots last night at the end?
He seemed to be the one hitting them.
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
Rudy was 2 for 4 from 3
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
at the end
he probably should have taken the last shot, knowing that Roy was going to be the focus of the defense. But looking at the replay he wasn’t open
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:40 AM PST up reply actions
The Hornets
did a very good job of blitzing our passers and not allowing ball movement at the end. Two of our critical shots were Lamarcus with a corner three (which I didn’t like much) and Roy with a three-point spinning jumper over two people (which I liked even less). After those you had to bomb away. Roy hit both of his other bombs, so you can’t argue with him shooting them. But there’s no doubt New Orleans forced us into some bad attempts late.
—Dave
the shot by lamarcus
was bad. He was open, so you can’t argue with him taking it. But with that tight of a game you gotta get something in the paint or at least try and draw a foul
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:42 AM PST up reply actions
A couple questions for Dave
I want an honest take from you.
Who would you pick if you could only keep one on the team: Sergio or Nate?
And a total OT: Do you listen to music when you write? What are your favorites?
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
I would keep Nate right now
I think I can find another back-up point guard. That’s not to say I’d like to see Sergio go, mind you. I can find another coach too, but the disruption caused by changing coaches would be greater than the disruption caused by changing a reserve point guard and I think this team has had enough disruptions for a while.
—Dave
Oh
I cannot listen to music while I write because I love music and play it sometimes so my mind can’t put the music into the background. I enjoy almost every kind of music. Right now though in the car I am listening to comedy CD’s. I am waiting until it’s time for Christmas music because I’m a sap and love that.
—Dave
I listen to music a lot when writing
It helps set the tone for the narrative. I tend to stick with instrumental or foreign fare though so that my mind doesn’t follow the lyrics. A lot of soundtracks especially, which are designed to be ambient mood setters.
Love Chrismas music myself (for the same reason)
Went to see Trans-Siberian Orchestra last weekend at the Garden. Was really fun
"Fez, the foundation of any good relationship is three little words: I-don't-know.
What're you doing? I don't know.
What're you thinking about? I don't know.
Who's that under you? I don't know. "
-Michael Kelso
by 92wastheyear on Nov 15, 2008 9:54 AM PST up reply actions
It doesn't seem like there are a lot of great point guards on the market.
Is Kirk Hinrich still an option?
by Nick Van Excellent on Nov 15, 2008 1:41 AM PST reply actions
Who would you trade for now?
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
It's so hard
because the people you want to trade for aren’t available. Tayshaun Prince…Shane Battier. I’d take Battier in a heartbeat right now. He’d be ideal for the Blazers and all but guarantee a playoff spot this year.
—Dave
What would we have to give up?
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
Something good
For Tay, probably Outlaw and Webster (and Dumars still might say no).
Houston would probably want Frye to back up Yao, and Webster. I recall they like him before. Might be enough for Battier.
Plus KP has all the 2nd rd picks, and cap room, so we might have to eat a contract.
by kobisportsguy on Nov 15, 2008 1:50 AM PST up reply actions
That seems realistic
(And not likely to be acquiesced by KP)
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
Dave
what’s your favorite book? what do you like to snack on while you watch the blazers? do you think Gerald Wallace would be a good fit on this team? (that trade rumor might be completely dead and i just don’t know it yet; just wanted to know your opinion)
I’ve only been a member of this site for a few weeks but i can say with confidence that you are the greatest person to ever live.
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 1:45 AM PST reply actions
Favorite book
I love the Lord of the Rings trilogy because it got me through rough times as a kid. I love collections of short stories and I think that’s one of the most magnificent literary forms. I love the Bible not just because I work with it every day but because, if done properly (which most people—including professionals don’t…people need to look at it like a living relationship book and not a textbook or book of pat answers) it opens up a world of thought and conversation and in many ways beauty.
Wallace would be an interesting fit but the team would have to adjust to him in the starting lineup. Wallace and Rudy and Sergio…WOOT! But that’s putting him on the second unit. I don’t think we have enough players to get him though unless we trade one of our top four.
TominHawaii is actually the greatest person to ever live. I’m #18.
—Dave
by Dave on Nov 15, 2008 1:50 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
If you don't mind answering something more personal...
What’s your job?
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
He's a pastor, or so I've gathered.
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
Is there something about basketball that draws pastors to it?
My philosophy professor in my undergrad days was a minister and huge basketball freak as well.
by Sexual Tyrannosaurus on Nov 15, 2008 2:08 AM PST up reply actions
Another question then
Here in Spain most of us just know about Catholic church, because of tradition and also because all other religions were ilegal until 32 years ago, we have a longtime tradition of burning every non-catholic.
What is your church?
Who are the main differences between your church and catholicism?
(Sorry for my spelling, I have the feeling I have some mispellings over here, I’m not used to speak about religion in english)
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
Lutheran
Offshoot of Catholocism…Martin Luther, Protestant Reformation…though most people unfortunately have lost that spirit of inquisitiveness and the willingness to be counter-cultural. Sad.
Major differences: different number of Sacraments (Catholics seven, Lutherans two), different church polity, much different standards for ordination, different view of the Apocrypha…there are more but it gets complex.
—Dave
It's an interesting story
How all the different denominations came about, and how they are related.
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
Yeah...it's a tricky thing
You have to have something to guide you but you also have to hold to it somewhat loosely lest it entrap you instead of propelling you onward. Most people don’t do denominations very well. Instead they confuse them with culture or family background or tradition or rules…all of which are a part of them but none of which make suitable masters.
—Dave
Look mom, I'm friends with a Lutheran Pastor
I just love the way different people can get together through something os as little importance as sports.
I am an atheist and really don’t know much about lutherans (just the beggining, and always had the idea that it was more of a political thing rather than spiritual).
Here in Spain people don’t care about religion much, you don’t see people going to church (it’s 11:38 of Sunday morning here). I suppose it’s the side effect of being forced to go to church for 40 years, people didn’t go because of hope, they went because of fear.
Now most of <50 population in Spain are atheists, agnostics or just call themselves catholic but go to church less than 20 times in their lives and don’t act as if they really were.
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
I guess General Franco is to blame for that one.
Can’t really blame people to react that way when certain view points are thrust upon them.
Love your sig by the way.
by Sexual Tyrannosaurus on Nov 15, 2008 2:51 AM PST up reply actions
The Catholic Church and Franco were actually really tight...
……………………. unless that is what you meant.
I guess General Franco is to blame for that one.
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
I don't even know which year I'm living, let alone the day
this blazer nights (games are usually at 2-6AM) are going to kill me
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
I live in Madrid, I know what are talking about :)
I had to work this morning and stayed up till the last minute of game.
I was raised a Catholic and have always had a
Big deal,so what ,who,cares attitude about religion but I have been researching a book about ancient mining/metellurgy and the old testament has been such usefull resource that I can now have an intellegent discussion about the Apocrypha ect with a real bible scholar and enjoy the discourse
by southern oregon on Nov 15, 2008 10:41 AM PST up reply actions
Would I be wrong in saying
that Sergio has a better chance to be the long term solution at the point than Blake?
100% right
because of the modifier “long term”. Blake will be serviceable forever but he’ll not be the starter forever.
—Dave
Do you think
he has much chance to be the long term solution, or do you think the blazers will bring in someone else to play the point?
If he can improve his shooting stoke, there's no reason they would get rid of him
before the end of next season (when his contract expires).
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:50 AM PST up reply actions
when sergio
starts hitting the three, he is going to be a very good player
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:53 AM PST up reply actions
............................. and the sky will open up and rain down gumdrops and sugar cookies for all the good boys and girls, while fresh ocean breezes will whisk away all the pollution from the world and new types of multicolored birds will sing!
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
...................................... When Shaq learns how to shoot free throws, he's gonna be particularly devastating late in games, too!
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
Sergio has learnt defense and he´s learnt to avoid turnovers. Sergio is 22 and learning.
Where two miracles happened and now I´m expecting the third one.
Sergio + Rudy = 16
Sergio + Bayless = 16
Batum 8+8=16
That is a hard question
I think the Blazers believe Sergio does nice things and will continue to do so. I’m not sure the Blazers believe he will ever be a complete and dependable player, especially if you’re not playing an up-tempo game. I believe they’d prefer a more dependable, more complete option…like Blake with a couple upgrades. I don’t know if they can get that player though. You’ve got to believe they’re happy with what Sergio is doing so far this season. They’ll not be disappointed to keep him but their grip will probably be loose.
—Dave
There is a shortage of players that fit that criteria
Devin Harris-The cornerstone of NJ…not the most durable.
Kirk Hinrich-Available, solid, but inconsistent. (not available till Jan or Feb). Also→not good enough.
We need Derek Fisher……8 years ago. Can anybody here make that happen?
by kobisportsguy on Nov 15, 2008 1:57 AM PST up reply actions
The Lakers are moving from Fisher to Jordan Farmar and I ask again: what physical attributes does Farmar have that Bayless does not?
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
physical?
None….Farmar isn’t known as a physical player.
Honor Terry Porter
by Philthyanimal on Nov 15, 2008 9:07 AM PST up reply actions
That dude can jump out of the gym, a la Rex.
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
eh
Farmar lacks the explosiveness that Rex has…I don’t get how you get on Sergio and Blake for lack of defense yet point to Farmar. Farmar is a below average defender. Farmar is known for distributing…Rex isnt. Rex has his own unique skill set.
Honor Terry Porter
by Philthyanimal on Nov 15, 2008 12:19 PM PST up reply actions
Don't get me wrong tho
I like Farmar more than any other laker. I just think the same things you criticize Sergio for you should criticize farmar for as well…defense and 3pt %.
Farmar is a fun player to watch and I like watching him finish…but it just seems a little hypocritical of you.
Honor Terry Porter
by Philthyanimal on Nov 15, 2008 12:26 PM PST up reply actions
Farmar is a "take it to the rack" guy, not a perimeter jumpshooter.
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
Last question
Do you think that the Blazers would rather trade for a PG or a SF? The way I see it is that they probably would rather get a point guard but there arn’t really any quality ones available right now. Where as there are a few more small forwards that may be available.
Thanks. God Bless
Definitely the Point
2nd hardest position to fill besides Center. There’s always a shortage of good ones. The teams that have them don’t want to give them up.
by kobisportsguy on Nov 15, 2008 2:03 AM PST up reply actions
I go back and forth on this
but right now I think they’d love a point guard more than a small forward. On the other hand I think the right kind of small forward might be more available than the right kind of point guard so that might be what you’d see them get.
—Dave
not at all
especially if Sergio could learn to shoot.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:47 AM PST up reply actions
I've always wondered.
A guy like Gavin, who overreacts and wears his heart on his sleeve is a prime example of a media member who seems controversial and reactionary for controversy’s sake.
Is there a place for that in the media? What is the media’s role in covering the team?
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
Nowadays
the public, which drives ad revenue, determines what the media’s role is. Gavin is a friend and he’s very good at what he does. He’s certainly different than I am, but that’s not a fault. I enjoy listening to him when I get the chance to.
I think you probably need a balance in media, and where that balance sits depends on the medium itself. Television is nearly all sensationalized now. I don’t expect anything from them except blood and ratings. I’d prefer my newspapers a little detached and dependable. In radio, though, I’d love a mix…some identifying with the people and passionate and on-the-sleeve, others more analytical and cerebral. Radio is about being informed and entertained.
—Dave
This is a dumb question.
But, if anyone at all here follows baseball, does anybody else see the similarities between the Diamondbacks and the Blazers? Or is it all just me.
They seem a lot like the mighty ducks from the second movie.
A little more mature, but still the same vibe.
by Nick Van Excellent on Nov 15, 2008 1:48 AM PST up reply actions
Very talented,
but ridiculously under performing? I don’t know, I haven’t seen those movies in years.
the BOB is much nicer than the RG
they have a hot tub in center field for god sakes
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:49 AM PST up reply actions
Arizonans are fair weather fans (and the weather is always fair under the roof there... wierd)
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:51 AM PST up reply actions
It's true.
Which is a pity, as I live in Portland, yet still live and die by that team. 51 and a 111 is not fun and folks who still live in the state can’t bother to follow them.
you dont think portland is a fair weather city?
aside from the die hards…the casual fan here seems to be pretty fair weathered.
Honor Terry Porter
by Philthyanimal on Nov 15, 2008 1:54 AM PST up reply actions
I think Portland fans more or less just got pissed off by the terrible character guys
we had. I don’t think losing is as bad to Portlanders as being bad persons.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:55 AM PST up reply actions
i'm not just talking the blazers
i’m talking the winterhawks, minor league beavers….and even the college teams here.
Honor Terry Porter
by Philthyanimal on Nov 15, 2008 1:57 AM PST up reply actions
if i recall correctly
when the winterhawks won the championship in 98…there was over 20k people in the rose garden.
Honor Terry Porter
by Philthyanimal on Nov 15, 2008 2:01 AM PST up reply actions
I don't follow Winterhawks or Minor Beavs.
As for college teams, the fans here always feel like the teams didn’t live up to expectations. The beginning of the season usually has people high on the teams and thinking wins wins wins, but by mid season they are down on a team (look at the Ducks football right now) even when doing good, but not extraordinary. It’s fair to say they’re fairweather I suppose, but it’s a trend that repeats itself among many casual fans.
When it comes to the Beavers...
there is just not much to be excited about. The only worth while piece of the San Diego Padres I think skipped AAA. The Padres system sucks. AUGH NEED TO STOP TALKING ABOUT BASEBALL ON A BASKETBALL BLOG. FOCUS. I think its the general nature of the teams. I think it is natural for minor teams to only draw the hardcore fans of whatever sport. However, as the Blazers are a major franchise it is easier to be drawn in by brief success and rapid failure. Not to say that what we are doing is brief success. However, in terms of last year and the streak, as a Blazers employee I certainly felt the impact of bandwagon fans. And it was awesome.
A lot of it has to do with the recent teams.
Going back to the “J” era. People got really sick of the team under performing and hearing more about players for off the court issues than hearing about them for on the court stuff.
Now a lot of them are scared of any negativity, both on and off the court.
Hmmm
nope Diamondbacks are the antithesis of the Blazers.
lets see
Once in a lifetime 611 pitcher comes in and wins a championship in one season there after being traded there by the former team where he garnered his fame (diamondbacks are houston rockets)
Diamondbacks have won a championship in the last 10 years (lakers)
Diamondback are owned by cowboys / old oil money ( ummm Okc thunder? Lol)
Sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
I'd prefer Tayshaun, but Battier would be nice
I don’t like that we’d have to give up a nice piece (or two) for him, and they’d stay in the West to torture us.
Either would be a perfect tutor for Batum.
Dave, what is something in your life
That has been regrettable and a bad, yet has shaped you into someone for the better?
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
Oh, and Ducks or Beavers?
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
Wow
There have been a few things I supposed. Parents were divorced. Breaking up of relationships…that kind of thing. I suppose I’d say that it’s not the circumstances that matter, but how you deal with them. It sounds trite, but really with enough good spirit and joy and trust anything can be gotten through and learned from. But without those things even the best circumstances in life pale and become empty. Give, love, try to make your life about more than just you and nothing can take that away.
—Dave
by Dave on Nov 15, 2008 1:58 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
can i make this my new signature?
or did we all agree this hour was off the record?
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 1:59 AM PST up reply actions
Amen... Amen.
I feel like I’m in a congregation. Awesome answer. I want to be there on a Sunday sometime.
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
Divorce is horrible.
I thank God everyday that my parents have been together for so many years… Hearing you say that made me tear up a little… because I realized that I am blessed.
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
True
But like most things you get through it. In my experience everybody has pain. Just the flavor differs. We all learn to survive and prosper through it no matter what our flavor is, eh?
—Dave
Everyone has their own struggles.
It’s the kind of struggles we face that shape us.
I’ve read in a really good book that I should welcome trials… they produce perserverance.
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
I haven't gone as far as being able to welcome trials yet
But I try at least not to let them completely ruin an otherwise nice day.
—Dave
Pain becomes tolerable when we embrace it
it is the changes in pain that are so hard
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
Actually, the Bible says that
James chapter one.
Nobody is very good at it.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
Divorce wouldn't be an issue if ...
marriage wasn’t around to cause it.
Yes, I’m a cynic—and that’s coming from an unmarried guy whose parents haven’t divorced.
Marriage is the first step in divorce
I’ve been saying that since before I called off my first wedding.
Here is a hint for all you kids out there. If you want a happy go lucky wedding, call the first one off.
by tominhawaii on Nov 15, 2008 10:42 AM PST up reply actions
................... and if you really want a happy life, call off the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, too!
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
funny you mention overseas...
I usually live in China, but am in CA for a few months to have our first child… which is why I’m up at this hour! Dave I didn’t realize you were an Oregonian-at-large too. From Salem, became a Blazers fan in ‘89, and remained one through thick and thin, so I appreciated your ruminations about what that’s been like over 30 years.
blazer fan
I live in Japan. and it’s great to have a site like this to talk basketball, because no one here knows who the Blazers are
by remmer7quack on Nov 15, 2008 1:55 AM PST up reply actions
Do you remember the first day of training camp?
What were your expectations for the rookies then?
Who has over or underachieved until today?
What are your expectations now?
Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!
Expectations:
Oden: game-bending defensive force and rebounder, raw offense, significant impact BUT gradual recovery and not the player he was or will be. That’s been delayed a bit but it should come about.
Rudy: good offensive player, smart player, movement guy, defensive problems, squeezed in the minutes crunch and thus we might not see as much of him as we’d like. He’s been great on offense and not bad on defense comparatively and has well exceeded my expectations as far as minutes and contributions.
Batum: defensive specialist, young and needing confidence, buried on the bench behind Outlaw and Webster. Obviously Webster’s injury has freed that logjam and Batum has played well beyond my expectations.
Bayless: defender, scorer, should take Jarrett Jack’s minutes, but not going to be a good point guard, rather a scoring guard. We haven’t seen him since and I was wrong about Jack’s minutes. Rudy and Sergio have all of those and more.
—Dave
uh, that seems a little personal
and there might be a statute of limitations
ignacio
I said I'd answer anything
I’m not sure what is “innermost” though. There’s nothing too damning, like me being a closet L*ker fan. I suppose in the context of this blog I would say my innermost secret here, in the sense that it’s close to my heart and I don’t say it much, is that I’m really proud of what we’ve done here and I think it’s an amazing, wonderful place.
As far as life…I don’t know. Part of my growing up with regards to life was a decision that I would be who I am and not compartmentalize, meaning there’s not a lot that’s important to me that I don’t show. I like to think I have depth and complexity but pretty much what you see is what you get. I’m not sure any secrets I would have would be any more revealing of me than what you see here every day. That sounds like a cop-out, but it’s pretty much true. I lay myself out here as best I can, at least in an online-basketball context.
I guess if pressed I’d say I find Lance Uppercut sexy in a rugged, manly, bristly sort of way.
—Dave
oh god. thanks for the last sentence.
I just threw up in my mouth.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:07 AM PST up reply actions
Wait until your congregation hears that one
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
but for what little my perception counts
you do seem like a damn genuine person.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:09 AM PST up reply actions
Dave what is the airspeed velocity of an unladen swallow?
by Sexual Tyrannosaurus on Nov 15, 2008 2:03 AM PST reply actions
Do you mean a European Swallow or an African Swallow????????
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
Fernwood/Laurelhurst
Hey Dave,
I also went to Fernwood (and by default Laurelhurst when they were doing some upgrades at Fernwood). What years were you there?
Now I’m in New Zealand, definitely makes it hard to get to games :-P
Cheers,
Jon
this is a nice thread
i went away and just came back
ignacio
Dave, here's a deep question for you
Do you feel guilty that by starting this thread you completely killed conversation on all the other fine threads out there?
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
he was testing the mettle of your supposedly fine threads out there.
i guess they weren’t so fine after all.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:13 AM PST up reply actions
They weren't mine
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
this goes out to everyone:
HOW OLD ARE YOU? just want to get a feel for the age range on this fine site.
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:11 AM PST reply actions
i'm 31 years young
or old…depends on how I’m feeling at the time…lately it’s been old as my brain just hurts from all the school and i don’t get enough sleep, thanks to school and work and kids.
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
25
with the sex drive of a 24 year old
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:21 AM PST up reply actions
...................... and the winsome good looks of a 15 year old.
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
i'm 19
and not ashamed of it.
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:21 AM PST up reply actions
32
"Thanks for coming to the game." - Kevin Pritchard
by DarthBlazer on Nov 15, 2008 12:50 PM PST up reply actions
60
Elizabeth had a partner and he had a rap from the cops, Him and Lenny Suckerpunch were just out Tooling around
by Lizzy Lowblow on Nov 15, 2008 3:26 PM PST up reply actions
46
"Fez, the foundation of any good relationship is three little words: I-don't-know.
What're you doing? I don't know.
What're you thinking about? I don't know.
Who's that under you? I don't know. "
-Michael Kelso
by 92wastheyear on Nov 15, 2008 11:33 AM PST up reply actions
dannnnggg you guys are old
I've got a plan......we lob up a bad shot that Dwight can block, but we do it in such a way that it hits either Rashard or Hedo in the head knocking them out for the game.
--Magnum
Kinda like Maximum Rocknroll -- all the regulars are old enough to have roadied for Little Richard.
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
.................................... and still trying to sleep with Little Richard's granddaughter...
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
hehehhe i'm young enough that I misspeak and call Little Richard
Little Richie when I talk about him.
in process of learning the Dvorak keyboard so my typing might be short, slow, & generally suckish.
by prezofdeath on Nov 17, 2008 10:14 PM PST up reply actions
just want to drop a quick hi
Hey dave…this is exactly the sort of thing that makes Blazersedge the best blog (and probably most popular) in all of SB Nation. You really do things the right way, and hopefully you will be rewarded someday soon in more than just congratulations. I hope you are proud of what you have created. I know I’m proud to call myself a member of this great place. I also didn’t realize we both left portland at the same time! crazy stuff. Hopefully i’ll be moving back up there if i can ever finish school!
Now, for a question. I’ve been thinking of this a bit lately. I’m kind of aggrevated with LMA and his lack of desire to play inside where he should be. He is way too in love with the 15’ jump shot, and totally forgets that he should be up next to the rim powering his way in or showing fancy footwork to get easy buckets and cleaning up the boards as his length and athleticism allows him to do. Anyhow, not to say he’s not a great player, i think he’s one of the top 50 in the league for sure, but he’d be top 10 if he used his height and prowess more. That said, and him being a cornerstone of what we are trying to do, would you consider trading him for a top notch PG? I’m thinking someone of the caliber of CP3 or Deron Williams, something along those lines…I know it’d never happen as guys like that generally don’t move teams as they are more rare than a skilled 7 footer, but it’s just a thought….
Thanks for opening up tonight! hope i’m not too late to the party!
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
If one of the Big Three is to be traded
it will be Lamarcus…not just because of what you mention, but because his best game has at least a chance of conflicting more with Greg’s than a guard’s would. Also because he’s the most likely of the three to end up somewhere like…I don’t know…Dallas. That said, I would not trade him until I knew for sure what the team looked like with all of our main guys flourishing.
—Dave
I'm an expert at that now
What do you want? Goodnight Moon? The Hungry Little Caterpillar? Hop on Pop? It’s Time for Bed? Brown Bear, Brown Bear? You name it…I know them by heart.
—Dave
Never stop reading to him
until he leaves home. Just upgrade to Narnia, then Tolkien, etc.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
i've got another thing
As you’ve become a pseudo celebrity to us, The Blazer’s Faithful, how do you manage to keep yourself grounded and always objective? I know i’d probably have an ego the size of Alaska right now if I were you…
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
Timbo hasn't
impacted my ego yet. There must be another factor.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
.................. oh, I'm wearing you down Scot, I'm wearing you down...
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
LOL
You wish.
Every interaction with you only ends up inflating my ego more. Sad, really, when you think about it. Running intellectual circles around timbo is hardly evidence of great skill, but there you go.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
.......................... I'm dope-a-roping ya!
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
Have you read "the shack"
or “the road”?
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
I LOVE THE SHACK!
that book changed my life.
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:21 AM PST up reply actions
I loved it.
i actually cried. Im not smart enough to comprehend most of it but i was very touched by the content.
Sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
that is the only book that has ever made me cry.
don’t be hatin.
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:24 AM PST up reply actions
im not hatin on anything
i never cry, and that book turned on the waterworks. I mean i dont know if you kids but I have 1 and I couldn’t help but put myself in Mac’s position , you ,know?
The chapter when he meets wisdom(sophia) and sees missy through the waterfall… omg i was balling.
sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
well no, not the 18 + strip club
on 72nd
its about a man who visits the shack where his daughters bloody dress was found after she was kidnapped and he meets God and his own demons .
Sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
I don't get the whole religious aspect?
Who killed the girl?
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:31 AM PST up reply actions
its irrelevent
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
ok here we go
A team of us who have read and been touched by The Shack are convinced this book deserves a reading across the broadest reaches of our culture. Not only is this a compelling and provocative story, but it has a literary quality to it that distinguishes it as a special gift. It offers one of the most poignant views of God and how he relates to humanity that has been written in our time. It will not only encourage those who already know him but also engage those who have not yet recognized his work in their lives
From the “missy project”
From the back of the book :
Wrestles with the timeless question “where is God in a world so filled with unspeakeable pain?”
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
I need to find God, so to speak
sounds like I should read it.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:52 AM PST up reply actions
I'm only 19.
but plan on procreating :).
i was raised a in a Christian household and attended church regularly, but this book opened my eyes to a whole new side of the religion. i recommend it for sheezy.
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:29 AM PST up reply actions
yes
for sure
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
YOU FOOL!!!
Ok
The road by Cormac McCarthy
The shack by i cant remember the author, here is the website :)
Sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
You need to read this book.
It’s shockingly good.
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
The Road was fabulous too.
i liked it better than “No Country For Old Men” and that’s saying something cuz i LOVED that book.
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:26 AM PST up reply actions
the road was a bit too graphic for my taste
but the message is deep and pretty much spot on as far as the metaphors and allegories and all
sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
well +1 to you for liking good books in the first place.
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:30 AM PST up reply actions
thanks
i read to much if thats even possible
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
still, some Bedgers probably wish you read more, and wrote less
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:37 AM PST up reply actions
well then they can type more and read less (of my posts)
Sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
jk
i’m not one of them.
i wish you wrote more personally.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:46 AM PST up reply actions
whatever happened to Fatty?
He used to be around all the time, then he said he’d be gone for a year, but has not come back since. Kind of miss him and trying to decipher his non-punctuated posts!
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
Do you like Toni Morrison
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
Small forward for the Bobcats, right?
No wait, that’s Adam.
Yes, I love her work. Though I haven’t read her as much or as recently as I ought.
—Dave
she just published a new novel
i cant wait 2 read it.!
sophia
sorry just wanted an excuse to share my own excitement!
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
Anthony Morrison
led the WAC in 3PT % … great prospect
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:23 AM PST up reply actions
Are you a fan of Neil Postman's writings Dave?
by Sexual Tyrannosaurus on Nov 15, 2008 2:27 AM PST reply actions
Parts of your "Waiting and Watching" post reminded me of his book
that was a great read by the way
by Sexual Tyrannosaurus on Nov 15, 2008 2:32 AM PST up reply actions
Can I have some of the e-mail addresses of people in the blazers orginization you've collected due to your position?
Also, can you get me a credential as a guest blogger for a blazers game if I’m able to make it home for Christmas time?
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
Wait, I think that's sarcasm.
Have you emailed the techs about a sarcasm font?
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
If you won't post the Blazer higher up's email addresses,
at least post the email they respond to you with after your request for a sarcasm font.
Giving [Batum] the freedom to go for steals is going to be like giving a redneck six boxes of ammo and a quarter mile of empty Bud cans. - Dave
I'm going to hold you to that!
Of course, you can just e-mail them to me if you still have the email address!
Just save time, give everyone my e-mail address and tell them to drop me a line! I’m sure they’d get right on that!
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
Ya, have money bags give me a call
maybe i could talk him into buying me a house for being such a loyal fan for the last couple of decades
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
Dave
have you ever been Rick Rolled?
also wanted to know if you could check out my blog and let me know what you think of it…
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:36 AM PST reply actions
....
Where did this whole rick-roll start? I think i missed the bus on that one….
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
gosh darn you!
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:38 AM PST up reply actions
that's too bad...
i thought the set up was great!
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
thank you saregister.
Dave is just too clever for his own good…
I've made eye contact with Chris Dudley....twice.
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Nov 15, 2008 2:43 AM PST up reply actions
Well Ladies and Gentlemen
I’ve already overstayed my welcome by a good half hour and I need to go to bed. Thanks for the great thread. Feel free to keep chatting. Just the last one out turn the lights off, OK?
—Dave
1, 2, 3,
not it!!!
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
somebody tuck us in also, before killing the lights
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:39 AM PST up reply actions
I will tell you a very quick story.
Someday some of the very players you saw playing tonight are going to raise a championship banner in the Rose Garden.
Pleasant dreams.
—Dave
[dreaming of sugar plum ferries and championship banners]
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:42 AM PST up reply actions
......................... The Sugar Plum Ferry runs between Orcas and Seattle...
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
Enormous thanks
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
dave, can you trust a big but and a smile?
or is that girl, indeed, poison?
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
he should define "poison"
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
poison like when a dog drinks anti-freeze because they can't resist the taste of it
even though they know it will kill them.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:43 AM PST up reply actions
i would not say all pretty girls w/ a big butt and cute smile
are bad news. Some might have the clap so just be safe and dont be dumb
sophia
"Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcreaft, destroy capitalism, and become lesbians. [speech at GOP Presidential Convention 1992] Rev. Pat Robertson
Dang, do girls really carry the clap around and not before careful about it?
That’s kinda scary.
by Bust a Bucket on Nov 15, 2008 2:51 AM PST up reply actions
it's this kind of advice
that keeps me coming back here day after day, week after week, and now year after year. So many new faces now, i feel like a stranger again.
Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake-but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not military preparations-for armed might is worthless if we lack the brain power to build a world of peace; not our productive economy-for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government-for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant.
-President Lyndon B. Johnson
I'd say she's poison, for ...
having a “big but [sic] and a smile” aren’t necessarily great physical traits.
Regarding looks, I definitely prefer a woman who’s in shape and fit over one with a huge backside.
We all have our own personal tastes, though; it’s just that mine includes long hair — as I’ve got a shaggy mop on my head, so it’d be odd to hit up someone with a butch haircut — and, of course, a nice physique.
Yet, on the other hand, there’s several women who aren’t fond of tall, lanky men with an unkempt style.
As the old saying goes, though, “to each their own.”
There isn't really much about the Blazers I already don't have mapped out. I was curious to know what
you think Martell is going to do when he gets back. Will him returning mess the chemistry up? I really don’t like the idea of Batum just riding the bench like Bayless after what he has done. I meant his guy swatted Tim Duncan and Dwyane Wade. I hope Nate splits minutes up so Outlaw, Martell, and Batum all get run. At the very least let Outlaw play the power forward and sit Channing.
Outlaw is trade bait with Frye imo
But Dave did address this up an hour or so ago
when you’ve been in a dry land even a little dew looks inviting —Dave
"When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn." - Tom Landry
Ah man I missed the party
I am shamed. I bet Tom took his pants off just to prove a point too.
"if i started a beer company and sold one beer for every time he(timbo) replied to himself, i'd be a millionaire, check that, a billionaire". - prezofdeath
"14 points, 13 rebounds, 2 blocks, no turnovers. Standing ovation for Travis tonight." - Dave
by Outlaw is Rejector on Nov 15, 2008 7:41 AM PST reply actions 1 recs
Good Morning
Elizabeth had a partner and he had a rap from the cops, Him and Lenny Suckerpunch were just out Tooling around
by Lizzy Lowblow on Nov 15, 2008 7:46 AM PST up reply actions
I've got loving arms to hold on too
We made magic last night. Oh I did everything right, I brought the woman out of her, so many times, easily.
by tominhawaii on Nov 15, 2008 10:57 AM PST up reply actions
OMG!
Absolutely the worst Heart song ever
"Fez, the foundation of any good relationship is three little words: I-don't-know.
What're you doing? I don't know.
What're you thinking about? I don't know.
Who's that under you? I don't know. "
-Michael Kelso
by 92wastheyear on Nov 15, 2008 11:18 AM PST up reply actions
loling at the Singletary nod
in process of learning the Dvorak keyboard so my typing might be short, slow, & generally suckish.
Cheers!
"if i started a beer company and sold one beer for every time he(timbo) replied to himself, i'd be a millionaire, check that, a billionaire". - prezofdeath
"14 points, 13 rebounds, 2 blocks, no turnovers. Standing ovation for Travis tonight." - Dave
by Outlaw is Rejector on Nov 19, 2008 1:39 AM PST up reply actions
Interesting thread.
I had Dave pegged as a Methodist.
"Sergio is clearly the MJ of 3rd string point guards!" —Mortimer Pritchard
It's funny, I would have guessed Lutheran
When I first came here and read Dave’s posts.
But after a few episodes of hypocrisy from others- joking about anything is perfectly okay, unless it’s religion- where Dave’s name and occupation was invoked as permission and reason for getting their metaphysical panties in a bunch about perceived sacrilege while making sexist or mildly homo-phobic comments elsewhere, well I assumed he was a non-denom Capital C pastor.
And I stopped posting for a while and felt guilty when I did post.
It’s great to read Dave’s responses, and realize that I share a lot of the same feelings about religion and personal growth and responsibility. And that Family-friendly does not mean Family-values-only, here on the ’Edge.
by TheThinWhiteDuke on Nov 15, 2008 10:21 AM PST up reply actions
The rules
where Dave talks about family friendly really give you a pretty good idea of his philosophy. What you are is what you are, and you don’t pretend to be something else, but there are times and places where you exercise self-control and don’t let it all hang out. I think that pretty much sums it up.
The most amazing thing about my amazing ego is I have amazingly little about which to be egotistical.
The pick and roll this year will emphasize "roll" followed by "dunk", followed by the wailings and lamentations of your women.
what's missouri synod?
I think Dave’s Evangelical Free Lutheran, if my mind doesn’t deceive me
I've got a plan......we lob up a bad shot that Dwight can block, but we do it in such a way that it hits either Rashard or Hedo in the head knocking them out for the game.
--Magnum
by prezofdeath on Nov 15, 2008 12:12 PM PST up reply actions
We're about as straight laced as you can get.
I recently went to a Catholic service and was amazed at how close the services are.
by parkinglotj on Nov 15, 2008 10:19 PM PST up reply actions
catholic and Evan Free?
The services might be similar, but definitely not the theologies and doctrine.
in process of learning the Dvorak keyboard so my typing might be short, slow, & generally suckish.
I'll take liberty
And answer this one for ol’ Dave.
While Bend it like Beckham tickles his girdle in a way we can’t repeat on this site, it’s not the one.
and though Space Jam truly owns, it’s not the one,
For Dave has an eclectic taste, and needs some real quality sports macheesmo.
Though he loved John Goodman in(everything) the Babe Ruth movie.
And cried throughout Brian’s Song.
The one movie that represents Dave, and what he wishes for the future of Blazer’s Edge…..
is..
ROLLERBALL
"if i started a beer company and sold one beer for every time he(timbo) replied to himself, i'd be a millionaire, check that, a billionaire". - prezofdeath
"14 points, 13 rebounds, 2 blocks, no turnovers. Standing ovation for Travis tonight." - Dave
by Outlaw is Rejector on Nov 16, 2008 4:28 AM PST up reply actions
Dang! You guys have a sweet after midnight party and no one told me about it!
I would have brought drinks and everything if y’all woulda’ told me.
I've got a plan......we lob up a bad shot that Dwight can block, but we do it in such a way that it hits either Rashard or Hedo in the head knocking them out for the game.
--Magnum
we missed the party together..
yes together.
"if i started a beer company and sold one beer for every time he(timbo) replied to himself, i'd be a millionaire, check that, a billionaire". - prezofdeath
"14 points, 13 rebounds, 2 blocks, no turnovers. Standing ovation for Travis tonight." - Dave
by Outlaw is Rejector on Nov 16, 2008 4:17 AM PST up reply actions
Dave is a Pastor?
holy cow! sorry about the Jedi mind trick thingy.
"Thanks for coming to the game." - Kevin Pritchard
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