Gameday Open Thread: Pre-Game Version
by Dave on Dec 5, 2008 10:52 AM PST
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PrintSince this is a big game I anticipate people are going to want to talk about it all day. To avoid 108 different Fanposts and Fanshots on the subject and to avoid our normal Gameday Thread from getting nuked with 1000 comments the second it opens, we're providing this Pre-Game Gameday Thread. Talk about the Portland-Boston matchup to your heart's delight all day long right here. If this gets too full I guess we'll just open up another one! (Please keep comments on-topic here for that reason. We don't want to bury everything else at the bottom of the page if we don't have to.)
--Dave (blazersub@yahoo.com)
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i'm kinda nervous about the game.
i think we can pull through though. i have the blazers by 3 tonight. i am a homer, however…
"I saw him in the face"
by RoodiePhirnandizz on Dec 5, 2008 1:56 AM PST reply actions
Well
Last year I pretty much knew the Blazers were going to get hammered.
This year I can see some scenarios where they win. I think that’s a good sign.
I think the most likely of those would be Oden going berserk, drawing fouls, dunking, dominating the boards, scoring 20. The Celtics would have a hard time handling that. If Rudy and Blake hit a couple threes then and Roy and Aldridge didn’t bork, that’s a winnable game.
—Dave
That's a winnable game against any team in the league
in any house at any time. But do you really see it happening?
How does one go berzerk w/o showing some outward emotion?
Do you think the Greg has turned the corner in regards to this? I thought I seen a little bit of this when he came off of the bench for Joel in the last game, but can he do it for consecutive games?
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
"berserk"
How do we feel about the technical foul question?
If both teams come with the fire, it could be a pretty heated match up.
Does Joel get into it with KG?
Does Brandon step to a disrespecting Celt?
Could be some fireworks out there … or maybe it’s a clean game. Dunno.
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 7:02 AM PST up reply actions
I believe 2 games ago...
when i was watching the Blazers game, Roy and someone else got a double technical, and the announcer said he thinks it was the first of Roy’s career? Any truth to that, if so thats dam impressive.
by captain flitzy on Dec 5, 2008 7:34 AM PST up reply actions
2nd tech.
He got one for questioning calls last year.
yeh...
it was so crazy I actually wrote a fanpost about it last year. we were all pretty shocked to see him get one.
That is really hideous
--jscot
I guess he's the next Rasheed
or Mr. TH-Sheed Mariwallace to you.
by Bust a Bucket on Dec 5, 2008 12:42 PM PST up reply actions
what is bork?
"It's not who jumps the highest -- it's who wants it the most" Buck Williams
by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 10:22 AM PST up reply actions
(b. Pittsburgh, Pa., 1 Mar. 1927), federal appellate judge and unconfirmed nominee for the U.S. Supreme Court. Following a distinguished career in private law practice, on the faculty of Yale Law School, and as U.S. solicitor general (1973–1977), Bork was appointed to the U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, by President Ronald Reagan in 1982. On 1 July 1987, Reagan nominated him for the Supreme Court vacancy created by the retirement of Lewis Powell. After an unusually lengthy hearing, the Senate Judiciary Committee rejected the nomination, 9 to 5; the full Senate defeated it by a vote of 58 to 42 on 23 October 1987. Bork resigned from the court of appeals in February 1988 and became a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute.
That is really hideous
--jscot
Oh, i get it.
(not really)
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
probably should have included his name
Robert Heron Bork
Not that I have any clue who the heck he is.
That is really hideous
--jscot
Oh THAT Bork.
i thought it was the one that played Johnathan Winter’s spacey son on Bork and Mindy.
Nanoo-nanoo.
Or was that Balki’s cousin on Perfect Strangers?
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
To be 'Borked'
Is originally a phrase adopted by right-wing political commentators wherein the media and political opponents damage a person’s reputation unfairly for political reasons. Synonymous to the idea of a political smear or the Cointon’s famous “politics of personal destruction.”
However, Dave used it in it’s more modern form to refer to an embarrassing failure, such as that which befell the Reagan administration when they nominated judge Bork. Synonymous to the phrase “laying an egg.”
whaa happen?
I bet that was on purpose
:)
Do you like asparagus?
Borked
The expression “Roy and Aldridge didn’t bork” is written as a past tense intransitive verb in the midst of a future perfect tense sentence, thus rendering it problematic regardless of the intent of the author. Therefore I’m going to guess he misspelled “Borg” which means Dave is concerned that Roy and Aldridge will become semi-mindless automatons bent on the subjugation of Boston Garden.
quid Latine dictum sit, altum viditur
Bjorn Borg?
He was pretty clutch, right?
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 12:37 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 12:40 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Oh no!
Sorry DAVE!
Did not remember there being cursing in this!!!
Please nuke the post before I get banned!!!!!
RED ALERT RED ALERT RED ALERT!!!
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
We're all gonna DIE!
Run for the life rafts!
ABANDON SHIP!
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 1:12 PM PST up reply actions
I really borked this up.
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 1:12 PM PST up reply actions
i could see that conversation happening
"Don't worry about the wind, adjust the sails." -Ted Turner
by ripcityinSantiago on Dec 5, 2008 12:44 PM PST up reply actions
I doubt KG
would pass the Snot-Covered Cheetos test.
—Dave
by Dave on Dec 5, 2008 2:22 AM PST up reply actions 2 recs
you decide on an HDTV yet, Dave?
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
haha, oh man
that is definitely a phrase that I hope does NOT catch on…
Jaws were hitting the floor as Greg repeatedly attempted to tear the rim off the backboard...
I´m sure that Rudy wants the KG recognition. Nothing less than Calderon status would be a disappointment.
Sergio + Rudy = 16
Sergio + Bayless = 16
Batum 8+8=16
by amlmart1 on Dec 5, 2008 5:12 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
wow I hadn't seen that before
its amazing the kind of bull that guy pulls. who else would do that?
Brandon Roy: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, drives us to a win. I don’t have to say anything else. You already know the story. The way he gets to the hoop is poetry. How he gets that open is a mystery. He’s the leader and heart of this team and it’s translating into wins right now. That’s all there is to say.
-Dave
nice link. great vid.
I can see roy or aldridge kinda doing that, and maybe a young rook named bayless. but not rudy. unless it was all in spanish in which case that would be hilarious.
"The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life,(of the Blazers), (of KP's madness), of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery every day. Never lose a holy curiosity." - Albert Einstein
by BlazerandBeaverBELIEVER on Dec 5, 2008 10:15 AM PST up reply actions
i'm confident Rudy's fire surpasses KG's
Rudy is one of the only players en los Blazers to show very much emotion after nailing a shot generally, but i love when he gets fired up after nailing a trois; the Celts are going to try to bully the cheeto-covered snot out of him, and then, if he gets angry, look out for his Spanish Coffee!!!
rudy and brandon are the x factors believe it or not (who on the team on the floor isn’t an x factor anyway?). if they can’t harness the BEdge’s hate of KG and manifest it into fantastic acrobatic displays of technical skill, commencing to take over the game at will, we’ll lose.
if blake is the high scorer after the 1st quarter, or at any point after that we likely lose, sorry stevie blakey.
if brandon has 20 points before the 5 minute mark of the 4th quarter we’ll probably win.
if travis gets an assist, sergio hits a triple or floater or free throw, joel makes 5 consecutive free throws, or oden gets 10 rebounds and less than 5 fouls, we’ll probably win.
if nate gets a technical i’m not sure what would happen.
this is kind of weird.
worried
might be getting ahead of myself, but I’m kind of worried about what actually winning this game might entail. expectations would skyrocket even more, pressure to win before each game would increase, all of sudden we would have to be involved in finals talk. I would love a win, I’m just not certain we’re all ready for this. We’re ahead of schedule anyway.
Win or lose tonight, I'm just happy the game is on ESPN.
It’s been nice to see this team getting more exposure on the national stage, They deserve it. Blazers by 3.
Greg Oden for R.O.Y
Why I don't like the Celtics:
1) I hate franchises bought with money to win championships – people think Danny Ainge is the NBA’s best GM – he’s not – and also, Doc Rivers is OVER-RATED
2) Rajon Rondo looks like my left pinkie
3) Garnett – biggest punk in the NBA, even bigger than Rasheed – I think he is disrespectful and promotes the worst about the NBA
I'm not sure Rivers is over-rated
I think a lot of people still think he’s just an average coach, but he was smart to realize that he doesn’t know jack about defense and hired a guy to take that over that aspect of coaching. A lot of coaches would be unwilling to give up that much control. I think the Celtics would have lost to LA last year if they didn’t have Tom Thibodeau coaching the defense.
I didn't know this so thanks for pointing it out...
The looming question for the Celtics (I think) is, are they for real?
I’m beginning to answer “yes” to that question, as their record is starting to demonstrate it…. however, questions about them still swirl in my mind…
I just don’t think Doc has what it takes to make them repeat champions… part of the Celtics success so far this year has been due to their location, more than their coaching perhaps.
I think they can repeat
They need to stay healthy and get past LeBron. After that, the only thing in their way is the Lakers. The Lakers are better this year too. If I had to put money on it, I’d bet on either the Lakers or the Celtics as the champs after this year.
you'd bet on the Celtics or Lakers?
I take it you don’t invest in junk bonds or internet start ups. Way to go out on a limb there.
by Bust a Bucket on Dec 5, 2008 5:18 AM PST up reply actions
the thing about the east coast
is that there are a lot of talented players, but outside of the celtics, i can’t think of a team where there are at least 2 All-Star – types…. well, maybe Orlando if you count R. Lewis… Thus, you’re right, only Lebron is in the Celtics way, but this goes back to my location argument in the previous post. If the Celtics were out west, well several teams would be in there way, so I think context does play a role here. Also, I feel Doc’s coaching defiencies would be more exposed out West…. strangely, after all i just wrote, i am reminded that the eastern conference has a better record so far this year against the west – which is wierd i think.
I’d place a bet as you mention above, but I’d take a healthy L*ker team over a healthy Celtics team anyday… also, I’d take a healthy Blazer team over both a healthy L*ker and Celtic team. =)
All-Star pairs
Boston
Garnett/Pierce/Allen
NJ
Carter/Harris (with the way he’s been playing this year)
Philly
Iguodala/Brand
Detroit
Wallace/Prince/Hamilton/Iverson
Cleveland
James/Ilgauskas (has been a multiple all-star)
Toronto
Bosh/Calderon
Milwaukie
Jefferson/Redd
Atlanta
Bibby/Johnson
Miami
Wade/Marion
Orlanda
Howard/Lewis
Washington
Jamison/Arenas/Butler
Doc isn’t the coach for a struggling, young, questionably talented team. He’s fine to steer a ship that has as much talent as the Celts do.
especially one with KG's leadership
and Sam Cassell as player/assistant coach (which he practically is)
Garnett– biggest punk in the NBA (even bigger than Kobe)– I think he is disrespectful and promotes the worst about the NBA
Garnett gets away with things that only a handful of players would ever get away with because he is among the elite. He taunts, flops, throws intentional elbows and gets in the refs’ faces… yet, he is somehow the posterchild of the NBA. I hope one of our two-headed monster knocks him on his butt tonight.
I'm 99% positive you wouldn't be typing this if
he were on your team.
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
sounds nice, but lets check the BS meter:
that doesnt bode well for you, blzrfan.
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
awe... the site broke my bs meter :(
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
assuming.....
Yes, I would be typing it. However, I would probably feel the need to root for the biggest punk in the NBA 99% of the time.
Did you notice the drop off in attendance when Portland had @$$e$ on their team? Portland fans tend to be down on poor behavior.
I wouldn't mind seeing Joel lay a chock block
or sharp elbow into Garnett tonight. He is everything that’s wrong with professional sports. Ego, bad language, bad sportsmanship.
by Bust a Bucket on Dec 5, 2008 12:47 PM PST up reply actions
I'm giong to stand of for Doc
He’s not the best coach out there, but he did manage to help Orlando out in years past when he really had nothing to work with. He’s probably a bit over rated, but I also think he’s good.
Unlike Ainge who made one good move so far.
Greg Oden, where posters happen.
I'm going to say........
Blazers by 8, 96-88. Close through out the first half, we build a big lead in the third and the celtics cut it to with in 4 but fouls and missed shots puts us back up 8 in the closing seconds. BOOK IT!!!
I think a lot of people don't understand KG and hate him for something he is not
I don’t claim that I really do, since I don’t know him personally. But since reading and watching more about him I’m much less negative towards his antics than a lot of people here seem to be. I think he is just a highly highly emotional guy that had – and in some ways still has – to deal with a lot of “demons” and the heavy burdens of expectations from his past. I hope Greg who is a pretty different character finds an easier and less (self-)destructive way to deal with the enormous expectations placed on him (see the Quick story).
If you haven’t done so yet, read this excellent ESPN Page 2 story from Scoop Jackson written just after the finals to maybe understand KGs inner motivation a bit better.
I figure he's just one of the least educated people in the NBA so he doesn't know any better
He went straight out of high school and was probably pampered through that. I doubt he knows how to read. He never had classes for interpersonal relations or had to interact with real people. He only knows how to communicate through grunts, swearing, and yelling. He is basically one of those guys who was raised by (timber)wolves and he doesn’t know how to behave like a civilized being.
His bully story is pretty classic too. He probably got punched out by some kid that he was bullying when he was younger, and after he won the ring, turned the story around and acted like he was the one being bullied.
by tominhawaii on Dec 5, 2008 6:40 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Works for me...
He only knows how to communicate through grunts, swearing, and yelling.
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
by timbo on Dec 5, 2008 7:43 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
I don't like when being emotional is an excuse
You hear that a lot, ‘I said those horrible things because I am an emotional person’ or "I can’t help it , I’m hot tempered’. I just don’t see how being an emotional person makes it Ok to act like a jerk. We all have to learn to control our emotions. Perrhaps some people are not more emotional, just less able to control themselves, which seems really childish to me and usuallly ends up being self destructive in the end. He’s a great player but, I just don’t see him getting the respect from his peers that he could have if he didn’t act so childish on the court.
People loved KG
until he bad mouthed the blazers.
I think it’s just fun for people to dislike him now.
Frankly, i liked him an still do. He has fire and passion and edge. Yeah, he’s a “blank” when playing against him, but he’s also a guy who has your back when playing with him. I respect that.
Greg Oden, where posters happen.
he was trying to quit
chewing tobacco and he thought they were the gum in his piggy bank.
Greg Oden, where posters happen.
No Dice....
That story by Scoop really did nothing for me. Garnett is still a trash talking mental midget. Anyone else we know with a huge amount of hype around his name just starting his career? Oden will never be like Garnett because of the simple fact he’s a cool guy, not some A-hole. Just because a guy gets steeped in expectations, that’s supposed to be an excuse for horrible on-court behavior? I think not….
by RudyisSick! on Dec 5, 2008 2:42 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Hey guys, I just got a neat idea
How about we win tonight?
Do you like asparagus?
by jscot on Dec 5, 2008 5:40 AM PST reply actions 2 recs
Hey, Dave...
Why don’t you just open 10 or 20 threads all at once at the beginning of each game day, saving you the task of having to open a new one (usually at half-time) periodically. Then, just like walkie-talkie frequencies, readers can pick the “frequency” they want and do their chatting in smaller groups unencumbered by dozens of other disassociated conversations. This structure would make it easier to chat, combine people of like interests, and make life easier on you. Of course, if people still like the massive “main thread” they can just stay on frequency number 1. In effect, just let “the market” decide.
Plus,
Right now, you get about a thousand comments per thread. You’ll double, triple, quadruple or more that with the more evolved structure because many commentors restrain themselves so as not to dominate other users of the thread. In addition, the current “closed loop” doesn’t readily admit of longer comments; it’s virtually all one-liners, and those are fine such as they are. But occasionally, someone wants to express themselves more freely in terms of comment length, and that will be permitted to happen with more threads and fewer comments per thread. All in all, you’ll get more incisive, better quality commentary by opening the loop to more simultaneous conversations.
Good point. But there's really no time to seriously talk during an NBA game, which is wire-to-wire action...
…………………………. Outside of the pregame (here) or halftime (Tony Luftman jokes are always appropriate) or after the game…
I do think the multiple channels idea is good because it would steer the “Yaay Team!” fans away from the loutish picky grumpbutts like me and several of the other GDOT regulars, resulting in greater peace, love, harmony, and tranquility for those who desire it — but that’s a road not traveled, at this point.
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
Hopefully it will be close tonight.
2 things:
1. I think this game will be a bit closer than last year but I just don’t see Portland being able to beat Boston yet. We’re about one year away – or maybe even if this game were in April. That being said, I’m definitely hoping I’m 100% wrong.
2. Anybody else going to the game tonight?
Not likely. I'm in the upper level.
I’m too poor for good seats. haha
Erastus - on "finding" a VIP pass..
I’m assuming you will be wearing blazer gear so step one is covered…However this is Boston, so be careful, these are vocal peple who enjoy drinking and fighting (ie don’t feed the animals)…
The tickets the team gets are generally 100 level, one section up, from the foul line to the baseline on the same side of the floor as the teams bencches…sooo…your best bet for interacting with people with passes is in the hallways outside those sections, immediately before the game and at halftime..soo..
if you end up meeting other Blazer fans somewhere, make it down there, and the probability of some sort of interface will be higher…
good luck!
Thanks for the tips!
That was pretty much what I figured – good to hear some confirmation.
And, yeah, the Boston crowds have a lot of drunk “tough guys” mixed in. In the past, I’ve found that the key to avoiding confrontation is to simply cheer for your team, without being too obnoxious, and ignore anybody yelling directly at you. It seems that even a drunken fool isn’t willing to start something with someone who ignores the verbal abuse.
Is it 5 o clock yet?
I can’t wait for this game.
My mind says the Celts pull it out late with the help of a few key calls. But my heart says Blazers hit a game-winning three and SHOCK THE WORLD BABY!!
Blazers 101, Celts 98
Blazer Fan
I think this one is on LMA's shoulders
If he can neutralize Garnett and not be intimidated by his BS, then the rest of the team can get it done. If LMA folds then the Blazers can’t win.
by raoulduke on Dec 5, 2008 7:02 AM PST reply actions 1 recs
I want Boston to play well
and us too , of course. I don’t want to beat them because they are missing easy shots.
This game is an exception, the learning experience of playing a great team beats getting the W. Of course we’ll get more out of it if we play well too, 2 quarters of garbage time don’t add to anyone’s experience.
So far a lot of optimism
So let me be the first pessimist. You can boo me all you want and I really really hope I am wrong, but I have a feeling that we are going to get spanked tonight. By about 15.
I just think the Celtics will want to send a message tonight.
"I saw him in the face" Sergio's quote on the latest alley-oop to Rudy.
boooooooo
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 7:11 AM PST up reply actions
(but you may be right.)
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 7:12 AM PST up reply actions
Look, I will even boo myself
BOOOOOOOO!
"I saw him in the face" Sergio's quote on the latest alley-oop to Rudy.
by blazermaniac32 on Dec 5, 2008 7:23 AM PST up reply actions
it all depends on how many players for both teams has back spasms...
i think we may have more right now, so you may be right
one more time ... sorry: BOOOOOOooooooo!
Boooooooooooooo!
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 7:55 AM PST up reply actions
Sorry
I hate being right…. : (
"I saw him in the face" Sergio's quote on the latest alley-oop to Rudy.
by blazermaniac32 on Dec 6, 2008 7:11 AM PST up reply actions
This is why I love Channing Frye
Blazers hungry for payback against Boston
Posted by Jason Quick, The Oregonian December 04, 2008 19:43PM
Categories: Brandon Roy, Channing Frye, Features, Game preview, Joel Przybilla, LaMarcus Aldridge, Nate McMillan, Oregonian story
BOSTON — They only played twice, but no team last season got under the skin of the Trail Blazers more than the Boston Celtics.
Kevin Garnett talked trash incessantly. The Celtics’ vaunted defense grabbed, held, elbowed and pushed the Blazers around. And in both games, the Blazers felt like they had the Celtics right where they wanted them, only to come away empty handed.
Related
Blazers at Celtics preview
Inside the Blazers: Roy’s leadership is like his game, steady and solid
The Boston Chronicles, Game 1 at Boston: Blazers lose game but make point
The Boston Chronicles, Game 2 at Portland: A big lead turns into a big loss
Charles Krupa/Associated Press
The Celtics’ Kevin Garnett, grabbing a rebound in last season’s game against Portland in Boston, bullied his way through the night. The question for tonight’s rematch is whether the Blazers will be intimidated any longer. Tonight on national television, the teams meet again, and for the second consecutive season, the first matchup comes at a time when both are streaking. The Celtics (18-2) have won 10 in a row. The Blazers (14-6) have won six consecutive and eight of nine.
Nothing outside of a victory over the Lakers would make the Blazers happier than to unseat these Celtics, for which they share equal parts respect and dislike.
“The Celtics, they irritate everybody,” Blazers power forward Channing Frye said. “At the same time, they are the best. They won a championship last year. We want to be the best. And the way they beat us — we took a lot of things from those games and put them into our own play. Their help-side defense, their intensity, their enthusiasm for each other, and their ability to have three superstars play together … those are all things we are now trying to do.”
Tonight’s first matchup has some similarities to last season’s first meeting. At that time, on Jan.16, Boston was an NBA-best 30-6, while the Blazers had won 18 of their past 20 games. In that game, the Blazers held a nine-point lead in the second quarter, a two-point halftime lead and a seven-point lead in the third quarter before losing 100-90.
In the Jason Quick article today Channing had the following quote:
"In the second meeting, Feb.24 at the Rose Garden, the Blazers built a 17-point lead in the second quarter only to see it turn into a 19-point deficit that ended in a 112-102 loss.
“It was like being at a club and being with baddest chick in there,” Frye said. “Then you turn your head and she’s gone. It’s like, ‘Dang, I should have had that! I should have done this or done that.’ Because we had them. But I think everybody feels that way. That’s why they are the world champs.”
I hope he brings his “A” club game tonight….
"I saw him in the face" Sergio's quote on the latest alley-oop to Rudy.
Well that didn't work out so well.
I only meant to paste the last two paragraphs….. My bad.
"I saw him in the face" Sergio's quote on the latest alley-oop to Rudy.
by blazermaniac32 on Dec 5, 2008 7:23 AM PST up reply actions
Channing must be talking about the time he met one of our very own at a club
and somehow let her get away
That is really hideous
--jscot
this is a win/win or maybe a no lose situation tonight
A win tonight against the Celtics would be extraordinary, for sure. It would certainly open alot of eyes that ordinarily couldn’t locate Oregon on a map of the USA.
A loss, even a beat down, might just be what the PTB need. The Celtics have set the bar, and the young PTB squad must understand how much effort it takes to knock of the champs. One could bet a playoff confrontation with the Celtics is significantly tougher task then a regular season game. A lopsided Celtics victory might be just what the PTB need to open their eyes to the reality of how far they have to improve to be the best in the NBA. Look how the team has played since getting whalloped in the season opener.
This team is young, and development cannot occur without taking a few lumps. I’ll be cheering for team as die-hardedly as possible, but no matter the outcome— the future is OURS!!
It's too late to agree with me, I've already changed my mind.
Good points. That's about how I see it, the first game for which I really have no expectations except that they try their best
Now I only have to find that Oraygun on the map…
I NEED A FAVOR...
…………………….. I’ve gotta work 10-10 today (ugh) so this will be my first complete miss of a Blazer telecast of the year. WOULD SOMEBODY PLEASE MAKE ME A DVD-R OF THE BROADCAST? I’’ll send ya a fiver for your trouble and expenses…
Thanks,
t
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
(I don't need seven copies, mind you, but if somebody would commit here to making ONE copy, that'd be very swell!)
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
One more thing...
I just checked, and they will be re-broadcasting the game at midnight on ESPN2. :)
12 hours today, the one day all year when I get stuck with farmer hours...
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
ask and you shall receive
well not exactly, but here’s what I can do for you. I have an unopened 10 pack box of DVD-Rs that I have no use for. I also have 3 unused DVD-R and 3 DVD-RWs I am willing to send you if you can use them. If you are interested in them, email me the request. Cover the Postage and they’re yours. I bought em for my DVR and I found out after it only records DVD+RWs.
It's too late to agree with me, I've already changed my mind.
AS FOR THE GAME...
………………………. Celtics will win and they might win big, and there will be much wailing and gnashing of teeth in Blazerland…
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
Things that scare me about the Celtics…
not KG…
not Jesus Shuttlesworth….
not even Paul Pierce….
I however am scared to death of Rajon Rondo’s defense and Leon Powe’s offense in the post and on put backs. That’s it. If this team didn’t have one or the other… I think we could win this one. Those two players with their special attributes are what makes this team truly deadly.
Biggest game of the year so far?
I say definately. I think it will be a lot like Rocky 1. We’ll go the distance, but lose in a split decision. I think the Celts win by less than 5 points.
But then on Dec 30, it will be like Rocky 2, and the Blazers will win by 5-10 points.
(i really hope the game isn’t like Rocky 1 tonight. A win would be soooooo sweet.)
I'm thinking Rocky 3
I pity the fool!
(thanx for getting “Eye of the Tiger” stuck in my head)
-Shad
"If a doctor ever gives me six months to live, I want it in basketball time." - Marc Acito
hey man, i didn't mention Rocky 3.
but since you did, I’d like to think Oden has one prediction for the game tonight. That prediction? Pain.
Hopefully he does to Perkins and Garnett what Ivan Drago did to Apollo Creed in Rocky IV
-Shad
"If a doctor ever gives me six months to live, I want it in basketball time." - Marc Acito
dude. that was a heck of a thing when Apollo died.
by the way, how does the ref not stop that fight?
hopefully the Blazers don’t play as bad as the performance of the actor who played Tommy Gunn in Rocky V.
by DrivetheLane on Dec 5, 2008 10:02 AM PST up reply actions
i saw that on the site, but didn't want to listen to all the NFL stuff
before getting to Rocky. I like his stuff on Rocky, but not as much as his Holy Trilogy column on Karate Kid. That’s what made me keep reading Sports Guy.
by DrivetheLane on Dec 5, 2008 11:15 AM PST up reply actions
I still listen but skip the lines stuff
It is normally pretty entertaining but I’m not too much into the NFL this year because I don’t care about any of the teams in contention.
yeh I can't stand ESPN podcasts this time of year
i could care less about football…namely college football. Uggh. The players change so fast…how can you vote for a team when ya don’t even know the players? You get to liking a team and BAM—they split for the NFL.
That is really hideous
--jscot
Question - anybody know this?
Today’s Line on the Game (ESPN) reads as follows:
Favorite: @ Boston
Open: -8
Cur: 0
Underdog: Portland
O/U: —
What does “-8” and O/U mean and how do you interpret it? Is this the Vegas line?
O/U = over/under on the total points scored
-8 means the Celtics are 8 point favorites.
I make it about 10 — closer if the Blazers pull together, a 20 point blow out if they lose their composure…
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
so is 8 points considered 8 "real" points, as in the final
score being something 100-92 (8 point difference)… or is it on a different scale??
I think you have to pay a premium if you lose $10 on $100 bet or something like that.
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
I just checked and it looks like the books have the game as "Celtics -8" right down the line...
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
-8 means bet on Portland
and you will win a lot of money.
by Bust a Bucket on Dec 5, 2008 8:39 AM PST up reply actions
If I were a betting man, I'd be apt to take the Celtics. They're not going to sleepwalk through this one, their only chance to really send a message to the Blazers this year...
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
I am REALLY mad at myself for predicting NO TECHNICALS in the jersey contest, because I can almost guarantee that KG and Pryz are gonna draw double Ts...
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
Yes, Pryzbilla may or may not punch KG in the second quarter
That is my only prediction for this game.
by Bust a Bucket on Dec 5, 2008 8:46 AM PST up reply actions
KG will pull his macho toughguy schtick on LMA and Pryz will get in his face... That's how that goes... And they'll T 'em both up to keep the game under control...
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
Have the Greg start something with KG
and hopefully KG would bite. Worst case scenario they both get ejected. Favorable situation for us if i may say so.
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
Ah, the old mud-in-yer-eye trick
Dirty pool. I like it.
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Can't you change your prediction by resubmitting?
I’ve never tried it but I thought Dave said at one point that you could do that. Don’t try it until someone verifies though, obviously.
Yeah, some Boston radio guy I just heard on the MSP
said that this game is really Boston’s first test this year.
He said they are looking at this game like they looked at their first matchup with the Pistons last season. I think Boston will come out as fired up as ever, which is scary.
That being said, I’m still putting my money on the Blazers.
by Bust a Bucket on Dec 5, 2008 8:45 AM PST up reply actions
yikes.
that is a little scary.
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 8:45 AM PST up reply actions
Some Boston people are really buying into the "Blazers are a top 5 team in the league"
more than we are right now.
Gavin told the guy, “Yeah, we’re hoping to be where you are in a couple years” and the Boston dude was like, “Don’t sell yourself short. Oden will continue to improve and you guys could be a good matchup in June. The Lakers are still better, but if Kobe or one of their bigs gets hurt, you guys could make some noise.”
by Bust a Bucket on Dec 5, 2008 8:48 AM PST up reply actions
There was a bit in the Oregonian today about how after last year's Celtics game Oden sat in the corner of the locker room with his eyes as big as saucers...
……………………………… And LMA is soft. Pryz will be the one to stop KG from pulling his tough guy crap.
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
Do you think
they can keep their heads in the game for 48 minutes, completely tune out the static and score some points?
Blazers Edgers honored
The Agency (new sports bar across from PGE park on Morrison) is taking 10% off all their drinks, food, happy-hour menu, etc for us. Just tell them you are a Blazer Edger.
The place is run by Kenny Carr’s son, Cameron. Introduce yourself to him, he’s the nicest guy you could meet.
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Free parking
There is parking under the building with validation from the Agency.
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Sweet. I'll fly in tonight!
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 8:40 AM PST up reply actions
I'm getting a promotion at work
because they think I am so focused, fortunately they can’t see my monitor
"It's not who jumps the highest -- it's who wants it the most" Buck Williams
by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 3:04 PM PST up reply actions
Just called in sick to work
Got it done nice n early. No freakin way I’m missing THIS game! They talk about the money lost to employers during march madness, what about when Rip City is in full swing!?
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 8:41 AM PST reply actions
When the Blazers were hot stuff last time around it used to cost the shoe store $300-500 in lost sales every time they were on TV during the playoffs...
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
The Civil War game was expensive this year... That was a $1000 hit, give or take.
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
Well done. I'm racing home from work for this one.
turning off my phone, throwing the laptop down in front of the TV and enjoying some rum and tonics with expectations to spill stuff everywhere as I scream about how much of a lead we built up in the first half.
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 8:43 AM PST up reply actions
Rum N Tonic
eh?
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by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 8:45 AM PST up reply actions
seriously ...
put a little lime in there or, for an interesting twist, use a crushed piece of fresh basil.
I know, it sounds a little odd, but it’s good.
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 8:46 AM PST up reply actions
Eggnog and Bailey's
It’ll make you feel all festive.
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by dvcastle on Dec 5, 2008 8:52 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Sounds like a holidaze...
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 8:56 AM PST up reply actions
forget the eggnog
that only dilutes that alcohol.
by Bust a Bucket on Dec 5, 2008 12:50 PM PST up reply actions
Bailey's over ice in a highball glass
next to a fire, sitting next to an attractive person, while watching Portland up by 16 with 3.5 minutos left on thy clock will do it.
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
my place, 9ish?
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 1:51 PM PST up reply actions
Sounds good
Once you add the fruit or basil. I like it with peppermint and sprite, if you know what I mean.
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by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 8:53 AM PST up reply actions
sweet drinks put me in the grave the next day.
A nice top-notch rum straight, or 2nd fiddle rum on the rocks or w/ a little tonic is more my speed. Rum’s sweet enough without the kool-aid.
Hmmm … aside from Pabst, what’s a Blazers fans’ drink o’ choice when playing the Celtics?
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 8:56 AM PST up reply actions
but don't Jamesons and Guiness seem more Celticish than Blazerish?
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 9:30 AM PST up reply actions
Dunno. Ya consume 'em and ya pee 'em out. What's more fitting treatment?
"Now with a non-provocative footer!"
Private Stock Captain Morgan
Not the regular stuff, but Private Stock. It puts you in a good place right away and leaves you no-worse-for-the-wear the next day.
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Scotch
on the rocks and a slight splash of water. Nice sipping drink. Otherwise if I drink beer, since I like it so darn much and I will be nervous watching the game I would consume about 6 by halftime.
"I saw him in the face" Sergio's quote on the latest alley-oop to Rudy.
by blazermaniac32 on Dec 5, 2008 9:12 AM PST up reply actions
that's always my fear. If the game is close, I put away too many beers.
Bedtime has come pretty early after a few of these games.
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 9:30 AM PST up reply actions
Jameson rox
especially since I’m sick;-)
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by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 9:37 AM PST up reply actions
Ever try a rum and root beer?
I don’t know if there’s a real name for that drink, but it’s surprisingly delicious (but I wouldn’t recommend more than a couple, they’re pretty sweet). Also the bartender usually gives you an eyebrow when you ask for one.
"I like blocks," Fernandez said.
sounds disgustingly sweet.
I bet it’s pretty good though.
In college I once made a whats-left-in-the-fridge cocktail that was straight vodka garnished with a dill pickle.
Not so good.
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I think myself and two college friends
are the only people in the world to ever take shots of Safeway brand vodka chased with Del Scorcho sauce straight out of the packet.
"I like blocks," Fernandez said.
Nooo!
Ack. Barf.
As a bad-boy 13-year-old I used to get bombed on vodka and Mountain Dew.
In all honesty, I’m actually fond of grog (rum and water, usually at room temperature). Too much time in the Caribbean, I think.
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i didn't know Grog was real.
I thought it just existed in the Monkey Island games. haha
by DrivetheLane on Dec 5, 2008 11:51 AM PST up reply actions
and in the money island of my mind ...
but yes, it is real.
So is “Nelson’s blood” and other names for rum drinks.
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I once got my roommate to take a shot of italian dressing
because we were out of chasers and we were drinking HRD.
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by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 12:19 PM PST up reply actions
ack!
barf
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He did
but i think it was after the buttermilk shot we made him take
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by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 12:22 PM PST up reply actions
apple vodka and snow..
a good colorado cocktail in college
"Don't worry about the wind, adjust the sails." -Ted Turner
by ripcityinSantiago on Dec 5, 2008 12:40 PM PST up reply actions
+1 to rum and root beer
DP and rum isnt too bad either
"Don't worry about the wind, adjust the sails." -Ted Turner
by ripcityinSantiago on Dec 5, 2008 12:39 PM PST up reply actions
For you?
Or your work?
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by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 8:44 AM PST reply actions
I want the best team on the floor to win.
And I want to see both teams playing at their best.
I think we’ll lose, but how we play and how we lose will tell a lot. I’ll take the win if the Celtics play a crud game, but I really would like to see how we measure up.
In other words, I’m wishing for a play-off level game. Not regular season. I want to see where we stand on that level.
Greg Oden, where posters happen.
I wish this game was gonna be about better basketball
but when you play these guys you can’t just be better, you have to be tougher. the thing I hate about the celtics is that its not completely about shooting, passing, dribbling. Its about head games, pushing, shoving, technicals, and referees. I would say that the refs are gonna impact this game more than in any other game we play this year.
Brandon Roy: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, drives us to a win. I don’t have to say anything else. You already know the story. The way he gets to the hoop is poetry. How he gets that open is a mystery. He’s the leader and heart of this team and it’s translating into wins right now. That’s all there is to say.
-Dave
and the better team
will come out of that with a win.
It’s part of the game. WILL the blazers keep plugging or will they let that effect them?
if they can withstand, they’re the better team.
Greg Oden, where posters happen.
no thats part of THEIR game.
God I hope the blazers never turn into a team like that. I mean, I want our guys to out-dirty them TONIGHT because hey, KG needs to be punched in the face. but you don’t have to play like that to be champions. Just like the guy who talks trash after a pickup game. Great, you won dude, you don’t have to be a dick about it. Its just not necessary and def not part of the game.
Again, it shouldn’t be the team who can withstand the most elbows that decides who the better basketball team. It should be the team who actually can play better basketball. I mean, if we’re talking wrestling or something I would totally agree with you. I’d rather swallow another butt kicking by the lakers than another physical beat down by the celtics. At least then it would be about basketball.
Brandon Roy: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, drives us to a win. I don’t have to say anything else. You already know the story. The way he gets to the hoop is poetry. How he gets that open is a mystery. He’s the leader and heart of this team and it’s translating into wins right now. That’s all there is to say.
-Dave
As long as we can say ....
Both teams played hard
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by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 12:21 PM PST up reply actions
thankyou sheed
Brandon Roy: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, drives us to a win. I don’t have to say anything else. You already know the story. The way he gets to the hoop is poetry. How he gets that open is a mystery. He’s the leader and heart of this team and it’s translating into wins right now. That’s all there is to say.
-Dave
Keep Ainge! We (Pritch) need all the chump execs we can get in the NBA!
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Garnet needs to be humbled
At some point reaction to the silly tirades of Kevin Garnet must be made. It is a fact that he belittled our team on and off the court in a style as repugnant as the antics of Mike Tyson. His mouth creates a wind tunnel that blows away many of his opponents and his childlike actions make my blood boil. This cannot go on….for the sake of Blazer pride..as well as the integrity of the game.
Would Marice Lucas have allowed that to happen. I don’t think so!
While I do not recommend pugilism as a course of action….a well placed “legal” hit or two may have to be induced in order to gain some respect. Perhaps it’s time Greg lets off a little of his pent up passion and begins to step up against those who would mar the game with clown-like antics.
Batum is extremely important tonight...
If Batum can be effective hitting his shot tonight, I think he could be the key. I think the Celtics will ignore him at the beginning of the game choosing to take away scoring from Roy and Aldridge. Also his defense against Pierce will be extremely important. Guys other than Roy and Aldridge are gonna have to be hitting shots to open things up for our big 2 if we are going to win. Roy and Aldridge can not do it alone. We will have to do 3 things effectively to win. Hit our open outside shots, rebound, and keep the celtics from scoring int he paint. We do those three things it won’t matter how much KG talks…. Blazers WIN!!!
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
sooooo agree.
Boom Boom Batum needs to show up on both ends of the floor tonight. We know he’ll defend like mad, but if that three starts falling again, it will help A LOT!
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I'm here to tell you right now that there is no way the refs
are gonna let our rookie actually play good defense on any of the celtics, let alone paul pierce. I’ll be surprised if the kid isn’t hit with some quick fouls extremely early on. I mean, I hope that doesn’t happen but these are NBA refs we’re talking about.
Brandon Roy: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, drives us to a win. I don’t have to say anything else. You already know the story. The way he gets to the hoop is poetry. How he gets that open is a mystery. He’s the leader and heart of this team and it’s translating into wins right now. That’s all there is to say.
-Dave
We could win this game....
but Dave needs to add the magic phrase (that work o-so-well last year) to make us win.
Record your wishful thinking, hard analysis, prognostications, in-game comments, and post-game beer-crying comments right here.
That is really hideous
--jscot
Please... no Outlaw at the 4 tonight...
There is no way in hell outlaw can guard Garnett. Aldridge needs to play every minute KG does so that we have a capable defender on him.
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
that will be interesting.
Nate will show what he can do matchup wise I guess. I would hope that Outlaw only plays the 4 when KG is out of the game. Of course, the other alternative is to lockdown everyone else, stay out on the shooters, and let KG go for 30. Like how the Pistons beat the Lakers in the finals a few years ago (when they let Shaq go off and stopped everyone else).
by DrivetheLane on Dec 5, 2008 11:50 AM PST up reply actions
I wouldn't mind seeing the Thrilla spend some time on him.
Bump him around and keep him off the block. Let him shoot those 20 footers.
That is really hideous
--jscot
It might be a good time...
to see the Pryz and Oden on the floor together lineup for the first time this season.
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
would be DOPE
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maybe just at the last few minutes
of each quarter depending on how well it works in the first 2 quarters or so.
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
I've always advocated playing extra big lineups
I would love to see
C – Oden
PF – Joel
SF – LMA
SG – Outlaw
PG – Roy
For a few minutes…just to see what happens.
That is really hideous
--jscot
Is this the game to experiment ... I guess it depends on the score.
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The West All Stars used the strategy in 2000
They started
C- Shaq
PF – Duncan
SF – Garnett
SG – Kobe
PG – Kidd
and it worked really well.
That is really hideous
--jscot
Can Channing man up tonight, please.
Play big.
Play strong.
Play bold.
Play INSIDE.
Rebound.
Rebound.
Rebound.
Dunk.
Force fouls.
Rebound.
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Darn right.
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Use your shot to space the floor
more important than the 2 points we get when you swish it is the ability to create space the next time down the floor. Make space, make smart passes when they come out on you.
That is really hideous
--jscot
Use the shot to spread the floor, but make em pay if they leave you open.
If they step to you, DRIVE HARD.
Get to the line.
Play POWER FORWARD, not small forward in a big body.
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I really hope
that regardless of outcome, people don’t get too carried away. If we win it, it doesn’t mean we’re going 76-6. If we lose, it doesn’t mean we’re out of the playoff race. I think at this time, we all need perspective and…
Ah, to heck with it! KG’s a whiny punk and it’s time Oden dunked on him, swung on the rim and yelled “ANYTHING’S POSSIBLE BEEZY!” Meanwhile, BRoy makes fun of RayRay for his Celtic-colored nail polish, and Travis nails a three in PP’s face and yells, “Now THAT’S a dagger!” (Too soon?)
In the words of the great Mark Mason, Blazers win! Blazers win!
Its pretty much a win-win situation for the Blazers...
If they pull off the victory, wow… don’t even need to explain further. If we happen to lose, oh well, its not like we were expected to win anyways. The only negative would ocur is if we are completely blown out and look like we did opening night.
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
I've tried to block that night out.
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Opening night we got a Win... against the Spurs
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thank you.
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In the words of Rudy...
“First we want to respect them… then we want to kick their A$$’s”
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
Rudy tends to shine under the spotlight...
So I hope he comes through again. Seems like he gets a little pep to his step when were on national tv.
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
If Rudy shows up bigtime
And our starters play up to their optimum, then we win.
"I would be in favor of trading LMA and Oden for a reliable starting PF at this point."
MT Suit, 11/25/08
I actually think Rudy
is the guy that will be least intimidated by the atmosphere and the stage of the game. I expect him to have a big night. something like 18-4-4
by DrivetheLane on Dec 5, 2008 12:22 PM PST up reply actions
(I'm getting pumped up for this game like Chris rock's SNL turkey)
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Maybe the start time was 5:00PM eastern time?
That way we only have an 1:30 til game time! One can wish!
BOOM!
Boston Celtics final score: 90
Blazers final score: 98
Which team gets more blocked shots? Celtics
What is the total of Brandon Roy’s points+rebounds+assists? 34
Who is the leading scorer in this game? Fernandez
Will there be a non-illegal-defense technical foul issued in this game? Yes
I need help… :(
The Faith don't panic, the faith freaks out burns out farms and torchs small villages in the name of The Faith.
k I bumped brandon up to 38
and wanted to change my leading scorer…but…couldn’t….should have played the odds and went with someone else…but….rudy’ll do!
see ya’ll game time.
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Only 38? LoL ....
Not that Brandon couldn’t put up those kind of numbers, but I would hope that we have a more balanced attack so he does need to work that hard. I would hope if he gets 38 it is 24pts 7reb, 5assits, 2 steals.
Great Team Defense makes Boston a Monster
KG is the head of that monster. We need to get him into foul trouble early on.
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what happens if we get a double tech, with joel and kg....
then bayless comes in and somehow draws a second double tech with kg……
does kg get ejected?
shanty, but hey, direct attacks fail more often than the alternative ;)
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they'd have to right,
I mean if bayless snuck in a knee to the groin, and kg laid into him and bayless responded simply with a bayless face, tha’d like….infuriourate (make mad) KG right? and he’d wig!!! and maybe, just maybe. :)
k…maybe not exactly like that, but…..ya know?….or would if joel and he did get into it….would they both get the boot? ;)
The Faith don't panic, the faith freaks out burns out farms and torchs small villages in the name of The Faith.
picturing KG crouched over
after getting hit in the softies and Bayless standing over him with the Bayless face makes me laugh. I’d laugh even harder if it happened to Kendrick Perkins.
by DrivetheLane on Dec 5, 2008 12:54 PM PST up reply actions
best case scenario - Bayless standing over KG like Chris Tucker in the movie "Friday" -
“You got knocked the **** out!”
Probably more likely that it happens to us, but it still cracks me up.
If you'd like Rudy TheMandez to hit from outside, press "3" now....
by jerome glide porterworth on Dec 5, 2008 1:25 PM PST up reply actions
He could probably closeline Outlaw, step on his head, and insult his mother and still not get a 2nd T.
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
lol love it!
send bayless in there as the head hunter! 2 T’s in his 1st 5 minutes but make sure he wears someone’s blood on his jersey before he walks out!
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
I hope Joel & Rudy' s
injuries do not hamper their play tonight. We need everyone ON tonight,
Hey youse guys
I wrote a preview of the game over on my blog. Feel free to read!
http://trailpost.today.com/2008/12/05/the-most-hated-team-in-the-league/
Is Batum going to guard pierce?
If so I would be a little worried about foul trouble and how many free throws pierce is going to shoot
big test for the rookie.
big.
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 1:28 PM PST up reply actions
why worry?
he’s taken on some tough forwards and has done great.
"I'm pooping a win for the Blazers too!" - my 1yr old.
Good growing experience for him
Greg Oden for R.O.Y
My worry is not that he will have trouble on defense...
but will he be able to hit the open shot to allow Nate to keep him in the game.
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
Yeah, somehow the Celtics became the new Patriots -
I find none of the past few NBA champs as annoying as these Celtics – not Pistons, Heat, Spurs, Rockets…. Maybe the Bulls and L*kers, but that’s more of a personal thing.
I had great seats last year in pdx to see their defense, though: awesome.
If you'd like Rudy TheMandez to hit from outside, press "3" now....
by jerome glide porterworth on Dec 5, 2008 1:34 PM PST reply actions
I posted on CelticsBlog
Great Post thank you everyone!
I enjoy this . I think Boston fans and Blazer fans have a littlbe bit in common. In that, the last ten years could be described at times as.. umm… dark . The Celtics aren’t constantly spoiled with good players every year and unlimited man crushes from ESPN like the evil doers due south of Oregon. The Celtics have had hard times and the championship was truly emotional and great. The assembled team is GREAT . You guys deserve to be happy and in-your-face a lil’ bit just like the Blazer fans will be when we win a title!
Tonight’s game is really exciting. I have 2 brothers . One is a traitor who lives in Washington and loves the team down south that shall not be named. The other, whom I reside with , is a Boston fan. He text me last night with " get ready to see LMA cry tomorrow" . He will be meeting me to watch the game and I have some keys to a Blazer vicory:
1. LMA must score 25 + points. That includes freethrows and easy buckets. He needs to establish asap down low and get his mid ranger going early too. LaMarcus Aldridge also needs to not be scared of Garnett. Im sorry but LMA is about as hard as my son’s first blankey…..and I just washed it with Downey ultra soft. Garnett is not intimidating to me in the least but hey not everyone is like me . So my advice to LMA is HIt shots be like Sophia.
2. Our 3 ball needs to be here tonight. There is a 50 50 chance on this one. I feel like the team could try to rush things to get the Boston D out of their face. I know the scouting to make Travis put the ball on the floor so if he just sits in corner and shoots three he will be good.
3. We need to excel on Defense . No lee way on this. Our d the last 2 games has been GARBAGE literally craptastically worse than Comcast Garbage.. we cannot do this again.
4. Preferably Pierce AND Garnett have bad shooting night. Hey, all allstars have an off night.. they should just be un inspired and loopy tonight :)
5. GO Blazers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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
how much hate mail you get?
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 1:48 PM PST up reply actions
What legitimate reason could they have for rooting for such bandwagon teams?
You are obviously the best sports fan in your family
"It's not who jumps the highest -- it's who wants it the most" Buck Williams
by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 3:14 PM PST up reply actions
I think we can win without LMA scoring 25+
However, in my scenario Rudy goes for at least 28.
Greg Oden for R.O.Y
i hate Celtics Fans because they are the same people who are Red Sox Fans...
you are way too nice
"I'm pooping a win for the Blazers too!" - my 1yr old.
Red Sox and Yankee fans are THE WORST
they make L*ker fans seem, er, less awful.
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
http://www.myspace.com/y5k
by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 1:53 PM PST up reply actions
you really think LMA is that soft?
I think he’s getting tougher. I actually expect him to be ready to use this game to PROVE he’s not a Sophty.
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 2:42 PM PST up reply actions
I hope he does I really do, but come on, LMA is soft
lets call a spaid a spaid
"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
eeesh
can we please not use that phrase….
Jaws were hitting the floor as Greg repeatedly attempted to tear the rim off the backboard...
why not? what i do?
im confused…
"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 i was gonna type "spayed"
as in the female version of nuetered. but thought no one would appreciate the joke on this site.
anyway im like a typo machine :)
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
nevermind
I was part of the confused minority: http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/call-a-spade-a-spade.html
Jaws were hitting the floor as Greg repeatedly attempted to tear the rim off the backboard...
OMG never again Im sorry, i really was ignorant of the saying's origins
that is interesting and now i feel ashamed
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 I was definitely wrong as well
It does not mean what I had been told, so yea no worries.
Jaws were hitting the floor as Greg repeatedly attempted to tear the rim off the backboard...
I don't think he's that soft
his lean body just makes him that way. Its not easy for a guy that lean to push PF’s around.
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 3:09 PM PST up reply actions
HD HEAVEN! Ahhhh to have a break in the road trip blur.....thank you ESPN!
ok well in the middle of a road trip it seems like a blessing, can’t wait to see B-ROY light em up! I think tonight the shots will fall early and you will see the mighty 3 mighty nervous…
GO BLAZERS! DFA THIS YEAR
You no like the channel 37 Comcast feed?
It’s Craptastic!
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
sooo craptastic!
funny gotta share that one
RIPPED CITY AT THE HOME OPENER 2008 - B-ROY SINKS THE SPURS-
ODEN AND RUDY CO-ROOKIE OF THE YEAR & ROY FOR MVP!!!
I'll be happy with KG losing some teeth
and maybe his arms guarding our bigs…
I will put points in your face...
He's still woofin' - like the NBA's version of Monty Python's "the Black Knight"
If you'd like Rudy TheMandez to hit from outside, press "3" now....
by jerome glide porterworth on Dec 5, 2008 2:11 PM PST up reply actions
OOOH!
Did Greg do that!?
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 2:46 PM PST up reply actions
yeah pulled them off at the same time...
then beat him in the face with them ….hence the teeth….
or so i hear…
Celticsblog
just got done perusing the CB and have to say its a class act. Im so proud of our Bedger embassadors… Im gonna start crying…. ha! Just kidding…. but we are great fans … yaknowwhatImean??!
It's too late to agree with me, I've already changed my mind.
They have a chat feature for gameday. That's nice
And yeah, the guys that run it give Celtics fans a better image :)
Just FYI the Funzo's game prediction
well its either the anticipation or cold static filled air, but he seems quite frisky today
It's too late to agree with me, I've already changed my mind.
I dont see why they are
bad or annoying fans? Passionate. They live for it. Always have. Sure they may be obnoxious but definately pretty good fans.
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 2:48 PM PST up reply actions
K, I'm off to
go drink some cheap beer while I go outside and hang up my Christmas lights. Wish me luck. (or death i guess if you’re a hater).
bbl
-net
when i get sad, i stop being sad & become awesome again. true story.
good luck and get good beer!!
maybe full sail amber?
RIPPED CITY AT THE HOME OPENER 2008 - B-ROY SINKS THE SPURS-
ODEN AND RUDY CO-ROOKIE OF THE YEAR & ROY FOR MVP!!!
Which Beer??!?!?
Keystone Black Ice is the way to go in terms of cheap beer
I want Rajon Rondo
by TheGreatDane17 on Dec 5, 2008 2:19 PM PST up reply actions
Cheap Beer in Portland
the choice is obviously Pabst. Dave, can we get Pabst to sponsor BEdge events?
"It's not who jumps the highest -- it's who wants it the most" Buck Williams
by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 3:17 PM PST up reply actions
Why go cheap?
Go out and get some Rogue brew.
If you let them make you, they'll make you into paper mache.
At a distance you're strong until the wind comes, then you'll crumble and blow away.
- Incubus
Raindogs and lime
at least back in college that was the filler… bonus next day farts for everyones enjoyment
It's too late to agree with me, I've already changed my mind.
2.5 hours til Gametime
Time to grab dinner before heading to the game.
Look for us in the cheap seats wearing Red and Black. And did I say Cheap Seats? Turns out there’s no such thing in Boston.
To be fair, it was probably all those years of beat-downs in Minnesota....
…that made KG such an insecure smack-talker.
NBA TV’s 500 images per day of KG posing and prancing around probably don’t help much.
“anything is possible!!” – are you kidding me, dude? How forced was that?
They are the champs, though; a very impressive team.
(good thing I don’t play 2K9 much; he’s all over that thing!)
If you'd like Rudy TheMandez to hit from outside, press "3" now....
by jerome glide porterworth on Dec 5, 2008 2:32 PM PST reply actions
I forgot to put this in earlier!
Do NOT collapse on Rondo!! Ever! Atlanta didn’t and hung on for 7 games, LA did and were knocked out early. I think that is the biggest key to beating the Celtics, Rondo will NOT finish at the rim, ever, he could be wide freaking open and he still will pass out to Ray Allen on the right corner baseline, every… single… time…
Okay, he has been a lot better this year, but that was just killing me watching the playoffs last year. If it is near the end of the game especially, this man is not clutch! I love his defense, his passing, and ball-handling, but he will dribble like a mad man through the lane, and then just throw it along the baseline. Take away the pass and his dribbling out by following him all the way down, and all the way to where one of the defender’s feet will be on the baseline
I mostly worry about this because our defense is used to playing against guys like Brandon who when they get to the hole they put it up. RONDO will not do that!!
That is all…
Jaws were hitting the floor as Greg repeatedly attempted to tear the rim off the backboard...
In fact...
I wouldn’t even pressure Rondo. Just give him enough space so that he won’t drive around us and get into the lane. Make him shoot over the top or pass the ball. His outside shot is very suspect.
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
VERY SUSPECT!!!
"It's not who jumps the highest -- it's who wants it the most" Buck Williams
by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 3:19 PM PST up reply actions
good call
and we need to force KG into the paint. We definitely need to deny the pass on him, and give him the back door. Since 71% of his shots are assisted according to 82 games, he doesn’t do a very good job of creating his own shots.
Jaws were hitting the floor as Greg repeatedly attempted to tear the rim off the backboard...
RIP CITY!
I can’t wait!
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 3:12 PM PST up reply actions
I agree with Barkley
Bavetta should retire. The man is just not competent out there anymore. It’s like having your grandpa help you with your computer, he means well but he doesn’t even know how to turn the thing on let alone operate it
"It's not who jumps the highest -- it's who wants it the most" Buck Williams
by Fund A Mental on Dec 5, 2008 3:22 PM PST up reply actions
Bavetta turns 69 next week
and he learned how to referee Wall Street games while working for Solomon brothers.
Thanks for the link
I didn’t know this:
Bavetta’s most memorable game occurred during a 1980s nationally televised contest between the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics when he was forced to officiate an NBA game by himself after his partner, Jack Madden, broke his leg in a collision with Celtics guard Dennis Johnson. As the game progressed, Celtics forward Larry Bird and 76ers guard Julius Erving began to strangle each other and were ejected by Bavetta.
How many Ts will there be tonight?
I think the Blazers will stand up for themselves. Will the refs penalize them for it?
I could be wrong now. But I don't think so!
No Ts
I was asking myself the same question but I think Portyland is too level headed….then again, if KG tries to use on the blazers for his famous head ram bit (ala Zidan) punches will fly….hope Joel plays he’s fearless
Anybody know how healthy joel is after the last few games?
He took some serious shots the last few days.
Greg Oden for R.O.Y
Those replays of his ankles getting rolled
looked nasty. Hopefully his ankles are ok. We’ll need our main bigs to have solid games in order to stay close with the Celts.
I will put points in your face...
especially when it was only marginally necessary
“repeats” on injuries are highly likely cause the 1st tweak alters the gait…then the subsequent tweaks stand to do more damage cause the structure is already weakened…surprised to see him much at all in Wash cause an off day there would have been multiplied beacuse of the off day following…
It’s hard being here knowing that I can help….gotta get my self set up to work on these guys…
I think Joel has something us big men call "rubber ankles"
Now don’t confuse this with cankles, as they are absolutely NOT the same thing.
It’s been my experience seeing other tall guys and being one myself (6’6", obviously not Przy tall) that rolling your ankles is part of being active. The first time you ever roll either ankle, it hurts like a B. I still remember the first time I felt my ankle bone hitting the ground while trying to make a cut back down court. NOT pleasant.
However, upon repeated ankle rolling incidents, they start to hurt less and less until you only feel the pain for a few minutes and are fine right after that. I’d be willing to bet that Joel has rolled his ankles many times before. That’s probably why it’s not so bad for him anymore.
Of course, if you actually break your ankle or tear any tendons around there, then we’re talking something completely different than a sprain.
Yes! Yes! In the face!
yeah...you can keep them flexible too
I had a sadistic soccer coach that made us walk around on the insides and outsides of our feet to stretch that all out…mine are still loose all these years later…I’ve stepped off a curb, hit the ankle bone on the ground and just kept going…
Joel & Co are SO large that their weight alone can fracture bones — or the length of the ligaments can create alot of pull on the bones themselve ala Greg’s avulsion fractures
Totally agree with those.
We absolutely have to beat the Celtics at their own game, DEFENSE. And force Pierce to be the player to beat us, which isn’t a great strategy, but it seems like the best way to keep them down, and then pray that our bench players have hot hands.
Jaws were hitting the floor as Greg repeatedly attempted to tear the rim off the backboard...
Man i hope we come out strong......
Rip City Baby...People have no idea what is coming.
Follow my twitter www.twitter.com/PDXBlazersFTW, @PDXBlazersFTW. Lots of random Blazer Posts from links I find around the blogosphere.
Make sure everyone knows that Powe and Big Baby are two of the biggest floppers in the NBA
Don’t be surprised if the Celtics flopped their way into some calls. Powe and Big Baby most notable with Pierce closely behind them on the offensive end.
BINGO, BANGO, BONGO
oh that crap
is so annoying. They flop all over the place and then as soon as a call goes against them, they go running to the refs in disbelief. Very Spursy of them. I’m tired of watching it. Its refreshing to see the blazers play hard and not spend all night barking. Hopefully barking all night isn’t a prerequisite for winning the title…..It might be.
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 4:10 PM PST up reply actions
We will lose tonight
This is a measuring stick for our young team. We want to keep it close at the end and not be intimidated by the likes of Garnett. Garnett is like a big praying mantis. Probably the toughest cover in the NBA when he brings it. Lets hope GO can stay out of foul trouble and not get the same kind of whopping that Shaq laid on him. Don’t hate me for these comments. I want the Blazers to win this game. I just don’t think they are up to this caliber yet. Remember, Celts are the World Champs.
World Champs for sure...
They’re that good again too. But they’ve won 10 straight and its time for them to lose. We’re gonna stifle them with the zone and deep scoring options from the bench. Rudy is going to go off!
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 4:07 PM PST up reply actions
I might agree with you
if we were playing in the Rose Garden. But on the road, it’s 11 straight for the Celtics.
true but
I agree that the C’s are the better team and will most likely beat us tonight, but there’s always that chance. I mean, it’s not like we’re a JV team. I’m not giving up hope until it’s calmly taken from my warm, alive hands.
ESPN Says a 25% chance....
I’ll take one out of every 4 in Beantown…. HERES TO THAT 1!!!
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
Gameday lucky dinner, Celtics version
As tempting as it is to make chowdah, I’m going with Irish stew and Irish brown bread.
I just realized that the game starts at 5pm, not 4pm, so I have time to make a Guinness Stout Ginger Cake. Woohoo — dessert FTW! (and 24HourFitness FTL, I hope)
The recipe calls for a cup of Guinness
Gosh. What am I going to do with the other 5 and a half bottles?
meh
"Oregonians For Eric Spoelstra" - Founder and President
by Sexual Tyrannosaurus on Dec 5, 2008 4:10 PM PST reply actions
of all the days
It’s my wife’s birthday, and we have dinner reservations at 6:00.
:cries:
Come on, Blazers! Win the most exciting game of the year while I can’t watch! I mean, I want BRoy to hit the game winner in 2OT on a fadeaway over an outstretched KG – exciting. Got it? Since I have to miss the game, I want to miss it HUGE.
You need a body double
for situations like this. Just take it out of storage and boot it up. Your double takes your wife out while you stay home and watch the game. Hopefully it’s not running Windows Vista.
Good news!
This is from the nba.com preview of the game
Boston (18-2) hasn’t missed a beat early in its title defense, already matching its longest winning streak from last season at 10. The Celtics haven’t won 11 in a row since a 14-game run from March 11-April 4, 1986.
Hopefully this will continue to be true. Go Blazers!
Greg Oden for R.O.Y
If Boston plays rough,
which they entirely capable of doing, I’d like to see Greg show some fire.
by ColoradoBlazerFan on Dec 5, 2008 4:21 PM PST reply actions
Boston WILL play rough
thats what they do ….and this is partly how they learned it…playing against hard nosed veteran teams…
we get a little stronger as we get older — to a point — and for a period of time you are stronger AND smarter (aka NBA peak years)…
so yeah…fire will be required…
Anyone else...
feel like a Kid on Christmas Eve waiting for this game? Only difference is now you’re a kid with legal access to the liquor cabinet!!!
yup im there with ya! gotta get a bottle b4 the game!
-murhpi
"the secret ingredient is LOVE damnit"
Take it easy
Your gonna have to put up Christmas decorations tomorrow and you don’t want to do that hung-over.
Helllllll yea!
Rip City Baby...People have no idea what is coming.
Follow my twitter www.twitter.com/PDXBlazersFTW, @PDXBlazersFTW. Lots of random Blazer Posts from links I find around the blogosphere.
YES!
Walton and Avery Johnson! What a combo!
"Rudy’s flashy passes had the place whispering to each other like we were in junior high" ~BlazermaniacAndy
by courtsideerrandboy on Dec 5, 2008 4:32 PM PST reply actions
Why does NBA.COM have to show Oden with the beard...
He looks much better with the clean cut hes been sporting recently. Trying to make him look like a scrub?
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
No Roy...
My buddy just texted me something about Roy not playing tonight, something about a death in the family. I can’t find anything on ESPN, anyone got info???
IT CANT BE TRUE...
I just listened to nate talk on 95.5 and didn’t say a word about brandon being gone… he said its gonna be “business as usual”
ALL DAY EVERY DAY...
"Pritchard and McMillan to surplant Maurice Lucas and Lewis and Clark...
as the best people in the history of Oregon" That was one of the funniest quotes from Walton I can remember!
note: not word for word so maybe I shouldnt have put it in quotes…but what ever…sorry
Being a Blazer fan is fun!
it was awesome
Rudyculize: The act of Rudy making others look slow, dim and generally oafish.
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by Y5k on Dec 5, 2008 6:22 PM PST up reply actions
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