Game 4 postgame Vent Thread (a.k.a. the "__insert name here__sucks thread")
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 8:53 PM PDT
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PLEASE try to avoid starting 37 different fanposts tonight...
The story of this series is this:
In games 3 and 4, Houston executed and made big plays in the final 5 minutes. Portland didn't.
Hats off to the Rockets - they are playing clutch ball.
Portland had a ton of chances to take either game in Houston, but our lack of experience I think told the story. But don't take anything away from Houston, they made plays when they needed to. The offensive rebounding in the 4th quarter was obviously the key to the win. Some of that is great hustle by Houston, and some of it is just poor boxing out and rebound by Portland.
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And some of it is pathetic
coaching by Nate who lives in a dream world where you should have incredible faith in Outlaw and Jarret Jack regardless of reality.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 8:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
i feel the same way
with our “depth” there should be no way that Blake gets 40+ mins where Rudy cant get 25.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
refs suck, crowd pleasing ego centric cowards
I’m not watching the rest of the play offs. They don’t deserve the ratings. When it comes down to it, the refs were the determining factor. The championship is just a trophy for the team that the refs decided should receive it. I loved that after the “charge” was called on roy, they brought up the “amazing highlight” of wade doing the same thing only out of control doing a 360 and hitting the shot with a blocking foul called.
“Where Roy doesn’t get the respect wade does, so we call an offensive foul on him and help Yao bring in the chinese market happens.” Some people will say “That’s just how it is, you have to accept it” I won’t. I will just walk away. I love basketball, but I hate the NBA. I only watch because the blazers are a very lovable team. I hate the NBA because they enforce gag rules that require the officiating to not be discussed. No team plays perfect, but this is a game of momentum. Whenever the blazers have it going, the uneven calls put it back in the rockets favor.
I don’t care who says it’s a cop out to blame the refs. The argument that the refs can not be held accountable is absurd. The world needs more accountability. I’ve kept the profanity out to abide by family site rules, but the officiating was trash again. Roy goes inside to force the call, he still believes the refs will be held accountable. I love the heart and the gut, but I also know that the calls have been consistent in this series. They have consistently called trash fouls on portland centers, and allowed Yao to make contact. When Artest had the reach in and knock away on roy, it would’ve been called as a reaching foul if anyone did that to Yao. That’s just wrong. This league sucks, and I’ll just prepare for the football season after this series ends. The rest of the playoffs aren’t worth it if the blazers are cheated out of the second round. At least in football the referees are held accountable and allowed to use video—that way they can’t blame it on getting the wrong call in the moment. If they need to review, let them review, then force them to stand by that decision. If my employees try to dodge accountability, they’ll be fired—or have their hours reduced to zero to prevent claims of unemployment—so fast it’ll make their head spin.
by lurtsman on Apr 26, 2009 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
crazy
and i’m sure david stern really wanted SA to win 4 championships too.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
With all of the international players that have rolled through there....
and Sterns desire to not only globalize the nba, but to create dyansties to lure casual fans in…. Its not that far fetched…
RUDY > MJ
by myemic23 on Apr 27, 2009 2:04 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was an offensive foul on Roy and a great play by Hayes.
by tweener on Apr 26, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
ROFLMAO! You think that was bad reffin'?!
Get a clue.
—2002 Sacramento Kings
by MiledAnimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
That series wasn't that terribly reffed
People just love to say it is. The Kings lost that series all on their own.
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by pookeyguru on Apr 27, 2009 9:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Specifically the 4th qtr was what got people's attention
Kings still lost the series anyway. I don’t accept excuses. The Kings lost. Period. The Lakers didn’t win. The Kings lost. End of story.
Evil Cowtown Inc: Screwin' Suckaz over since Nineteen Eighty-Five.....
No mistakes in the tango, darling. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
by pookeyguru on Apr 27, 2009 10:04 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
fair enough
I always felt game 6 was on the refs and game 7 was on the Kings and their FT shooting.
by jksnake99 on Apr 27, 2009 10:32 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Game 7 was most definitely on the Kings.
However, when David Aldridge pens a column for ESPN that called out the refs (and which ESPN subsequently hid), you know something went badly wrong in Game 6.
In the bigger picture, there’s really no difference between always blaming officiating, and refusing to ever blame officiating. Either stance loses track of the middle ground. It’s a topic that’s worthy of level headed discussion.
But probably not in the midst of a playoff series.
by Timmay! on Apr 27, 2009 12:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree with your point Timmay about losing the middle ground
I know game 6 was officiated poorly. It was not the reason the Kings lost the series. There’s a difference there.
I think the NBA in some ways has tried to work on improving officiating by having a farm of “officials” at the NBDL level. Hopefully as we move forward, that crops re-invigorates the current less than stellar crop of officiating.
The only way to have a legitmate NBA (and Stern knows this) is to have the best officiating whistling the best players in the world. I think people have forgotten some important points about how difficult it is to ref a guy like Shaquille O’Neal or Kobe Bryant live. Or LeBron James and yadda yadda yadda. These guys aren’t just the best players in the world cuz the zebra’s want them to be: they’re also more difficult to officiate.
That being said I hate star calls, and I hate all the flopping Kevin Martin does to get to the line. Until referee’s stop calling it though, I suspect fans will always have an uneasy feeling toward the zebra’s.
Evil Cowtown Inc: Screwin' Suckaz over since Nineteen Eighty-Five.....
No mistakes in the tango, darling. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
by pookeyguru on Apr 28, 2009 2:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Another addendum to my lil statement is
I think fans should have to referee a NBA game if they think it’s so easy. I know High School referee’s have said the NBA ref’s are terrible, but, the high school game is easier to ref than the NBA game is. Point blank.
Evil Cowtown Inc: Screwin' Suckaz over since Nineteen Eighty-Five.....
No mistakes in the tango, darling. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
by pookeyguru on Apr 28, 2009 2:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It wasn't just the fourth quarter.
I’m not going on what I heard. I watched the entire game. I was constantly having to pick-up my jaw from the floor from the first quarter on.
The most egregious call I remember seeing was in the second quarter. Scott Pollard was standing as motionless as the Statue of Liberty on defense, both arms straight up in the air. Shaq slammed against him two or three times and the refs tagged Pollard for the foul. I almost tagged my TV with a brick.
I understand you wanting to put that game behind you, pookeyguru, but it is widely regarded as the most incompetently reffed game in NBA history.
And sure, jksnake, the Kings should have hit their free throws in game 7, but I’m guessing they played that game expecting that there was no way the refs were going to let them win, which affected their concentration at the line.
I’m not saying Kings fans should obsess over that series, and it doesn’t mean you can’t and shouldn’t move-on with your life, but when even Ralph Nader is calling for an investigation, something is clearly wrong.
by MiledAnimal on Apr 27, 2009 4:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Many fans in the world think there was something egregiously wrong in that whole series
I’m just not one of them.
Evil Cowtown Inc: Screwin' Suckaz over since Nineteen Eighty-Five.....
No mistakes in the tango, darling. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
by pookeyguru on Apr 28, 2009 2:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
miled
There was a guy who actually tried to say there was a huge conspiracy theory against the Kings, and even made these series of YouTubes (I doubt they’re still live) about how David Stern always had it in for the Kings starting with the day they got screwed out of Patrick Ewing. (That really made me laugh. But, whatever.)
I hate conspiracy theories. They’re stupid. Is officiating a problem in the NBA? Yes, but not because Portland is down 3-1 or the Kings lost a close series to a team that simply seized the moment (and got lucky too).
Evil Cowtown Inc: Screwin' Suckaz over since Nineteen Eighty-Five.....
No mistakes in the tango, darling. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
by pookeyguru on Apr 28, 2009 2:17 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree that there is no organized conspiracy
at work in the NBA to favor big-market teams. There may be an unconscious bias, but anything overt would have been exposed eventually.
Funny thing about game seven in that Kings-Lakers series is that it looked to me like the refs were favoring the Kings, perhaps in an attempt to atone for their sins in game six. But as I wrote above, I think the Kings were too upset about game six to win game seven.
by MiledAnimal on Apr 28, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And that makes it even worse Miled
You shouldn’t make up a bad call from the time previously. I think we can agree on one thing overall: Officiating needs to improve.
Evil Cowtown Inc: Screwin' Suckaz over since Nineteen Eighty-Five.....
No mistakes in the tango, darling. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
by pookeyguru on Apr 28, 2009 1:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've been watching the NBA for almost 40 years
and I cannot tell whether the officiating is better or worse now than it was back in the 1970s when there were only two refs working each game.
I think the league does try very hard to do the best possible job of reffing games. I hate to say it, but this is probably as good as it will ever be. Maybe we should just accept it and get back to calling for a trade or firing the coach each time we lose a game.
by MiledAnimal on Apr 28, 2009 2:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i think its tougher now
that Stern decided to make the NBA an individual star game. I dont begrudge him for doing it, the NBA reached untouched levels of popularity by doing it. But if those same stars werent allowed to play with a slight advantage fans would be upset when great plays were called off.
The NBA is a hard thing to describe to someone who doesnt watch it often and has played or watched basketball in the past. Often I answer questions on why this or that isnt illegal with “Thats just the way they call it these days.” which isn’t really saying anything.
The upside to this is, while teams like Houston, L.A., Cleveland, Miami, Boston, Orlando and San Antonio get calls that drive us nuts, those fans legitimately believe the calls are correct. Once we get Brandon to that point where he gets calls just because he wears #7, we will probably lose sight of the bad officiating and enjoy the spoils you get in the NBA from having an elite talent.
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 28, 2009 4:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And even though it isn't really remembered greatly
John Stockton’s dagger in game 4 of the 99 series was equally as awful as Horry’s shot in the 02 series. Oh man, good times.
Evil Cowtown Inc: Screwin' Suckaz over since Nineteen Eighty-Five.....
No mistakes in the tango, darling. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
by pookeyguru on Apr 27, 2009 10:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don't be silly
Look man, I’m sorry your team lost. It was a close game and while referees aren’t perfect, I honestly don’t think they did that bad of a job officiating (any more so than any other regular NBA game, and I have no reason to be biased).
Brandon Roy is still young and committing the charge is something inexperienced people might do in a tight playoff game. Every fan in the league thinks that their team is being hated on by the referees. Look at the Rockets’ blog everyone there is talking about how Yao is getting hated on consistently by the refs. There are times when I feel pissed too when I perceive the refs hating on the Lakers and feel like I’d rather switch to the NFL too (though LA has no football teams). It’s okay.
But do you honestly think that David Stern is sitting in his office telling his refs to call games in favor of one team? If he did that don’t you think he’d be blackmailed and exposed by now?
And finally, yes it’s true referees do tend to favor superstars more. But that comes with having superstar status. D-Wade earned superstar status. It sounds unfair but any team that drafted appropriately to get a player of superstar status get’s it. Brandon Roy will one day be a superstar (maybe 4 years down the road). Then he’ll start getting bullsh calls that other players don’t. It’s just how the game works.
And finally, if you’re pissed that you might not make the second round, consider that there are 14 teams that didn’t even make the playoffs, and 8 teams that won’t make the second round. Imagine what it must be like to be a Suns fan. Or a Rockets fan and to have never seen your team make the second round. Be happy you guys have a good team and many good years to come.
by laker on Apr 27, 2009 4:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
4 years before Roy will be a super-star?
A better prediction is that in 4 years the Lakers will have no super-star.
Brandon Roy just destroyed everything in his path. There's your rational analysis -- Dave
Also: COMCAST SUCKS!
by TwoDeep on Apr 27, 2009 9:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
*Tweet!* Flagrant foul 1.
Laker is condescending and preachy, but he’s playing by the rules.
by MiledAnimal on Apr 27, 2009 4:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 27, 2009 6:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was my first Tweet!. Pretty exciting.
I’m not trying to be nasty to “laker”. I’m in the minority on BE as I’m a big Kobe fan -- think that he’s the best player in the NBA. Last year when Koby was unhappy I proposed that we trade Oden for him. In 4 years however, because he has been playing NBA ball for so long, his skills and ability to stay healthy will likely have declined to the point where he will be less than a “super-star”.
Brandon Roy just destroyed everything in his path. There's your rational analysis -- Dave
Also: COMCAST SUCKS!
by TwoDeep on Apr 29, 2009 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
look
Outlaw played a good game today. I would have had him in for that last play also— I doubt he executed the play as called though.
I would be playing Rudy more in place of Outlaw or Blake. Nate’s made some questionable calls for sure.
However, in this particular game I’d look at the 2 Battier 3s after awful D rebounding, Blake’s awful TO, and Roy’s choke down the stretch long before I’d look at Nate.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
no problem with Outlaw being in the game
if he was the first option, I don’t like it though.
Rudy needs more PT, and needs to be given more opportunities to be a playmaker rather than a spot up shooter.
The blake turnover on the 4 on 2 break was killer and I saw it coming as soon as he slowed up.
D rebounding the entire 4th killed us
3 straight turnovers was an exact copy of what happened in game 3
Roy needs to remember the 07-08 Roy and make passes off his drives.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
That's just it
I won’t use the dreaded phrase but the man makes mistakes like that CONSTANTLY. Blake isn’t gonna get it done as our starting PG that much is clear. We need a better rebounding back up PF. Our SF position needs to rebound better as well. We made mistakes no doubt, but why give a pass to Nate and yet hold the players accountable? Do coaches have no effect on the game? If so let me pick up Nate’s paycheck and ya’ll can hate on me. If they do indeed effect the game then Nate’s choice of Outlaw taking that shot over Rudy or Roy is a game killer.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
how do you know Outlaw wasn't the 3rd option on that play and Houston took away the first 2?
We do need an upgrade at PG. Our whole team needs to rebound like we have all year.
Nate deserves some criticism for sure… but not as much as Blake, LMA, Outlaw… and most of all, Roy (who was brilliant until the final few minutes).
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
looked like he was the first inbound option
but that doesn’t mean he wasn’t supposed to hit a guy curling off a pick.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why do you think he did not execute that play?
he ended up with an open look at a three. He shot pretty well tonight, at least from the perimeter
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
hurried
we had time at that point, same exact problem with blake’s shot the other night. If you watched the boston game they, Boston ran an end of game play perfectly, patiently and forced another OT before losing. hurried looks with time on the clock are not what you want
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by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 10:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I need a drink....
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 8:56 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I need 10
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by The VD Special on Apr 26, 2009 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Late game turnovers and terrible clock management will be the fall of us in this series.
After Blake’s shot last game, Outlaw heaves it with 8 seconds to go. Is this just bad coaching or nervous play? I don’t understand it.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 8:56 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
judging from our substitution patterns
i’d say bad coaching.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Once again
ignoring the incredible clutch constantly in a zone shooting of Rudy/Roy for the unmitigated brilliance of Outlaw.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
A lot of coaches like to do that to get a chance at an offensive rebound
Outlaw’s shot came off funny, and Blake had a shot at the board. It was a good clean look at a 3. No complaints here
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That works if your rebounding has been reliable.
Ours however, has not. And I would rather get one good look for Rudy or Roy than a rushed shot and a chance at another rushed shot.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 11:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Trade Steve Blake
Too many mistakes when it counted and terrible D
by ifarr on Apr 26, 2009 8:57 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
make him the backup
Trade for Hinrich
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Although I hesitate to disagree with you again,
I just want him off the roster entirely.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedeltwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he's been a very solid PG for us this year
He’s shown himself to be more harm than good down the stretch, but he’s still a highly useful player. Much more so than Sergio or Bayless.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Significantly...
…more harm than good down the stretch…
At this point I would rather try and grow Bayless.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He got one ball poked away from behind
on a semi-break. Your teammates are responsible for alerting you to that.
I guess no one say tonight that he got outplayed by either Brooks or Lowry, so they have to find something
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
With the crowd that loud
no way he could have heard them. even the announcer said that he should have had the foresight to recognize there was defenders behind him.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm generally pro-Blake
but that was careless of him. He passed Artest going up the floor. Artest had already at that point poked two or three balls away from our guys during the game. I’m surprised that it did not occur to Steve that Artest might try that with him.
Even so, there’s no guarantee we would have scored on that possession.
Poor Steve, he’s this year’s Jarrett Jack.
.
by MiledAnimal on Apr 27, 2009 4:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
no matter what
i’m glad we have blake instead of jack.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 27, 2009 6:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
A "FLOOR GENERAL" is responsible,
for being aware of who is where on the play.
COURT VISION = requirement
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
And a big part of the reason it was a “semi break” is despite having numbers, Blake hesitated and was trying to figure out whether to pull it out or go to the basket. He is what he is – a backup point guard starting, and that isn’t getting it done right now.
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by blazeraddict on Apr 26, 2009 10:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
trade blake?
i dont think that any other team in the nba would be willing to trade for such a bad pg. every team in the league, including portland has at least two 1s that are better than steve blake. the trailblazers should develop jerryd bayless and give him the starts with sergio off the bench with rudy! during this series i think that having roy at point with rudy as a 2 was very effective against the rockets, and the blazers should use this lineup for at least 15-20 minutes a game. as for blake.. lets just hope that the clippers are looking for a backup pg for mike taylor (which the blazers traded away) and baron davis.
by jontwin on Apr 26, 2009 10:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If Chicago...
pull out the unthinkable over Boston, then I’d say Kirk’s not going anywhere.
by Artest4Prez on Apr 27, 2009 6:30 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'mm axe my thread Douglast, keep this one up.
by Zaig on Apr 26, 2009 8:58 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Is the player of the game Mccutchin?
I watched the channel 8 kgw feed, was tnt interviewing him postgame? he certainly contributed to the most points…
"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 Apr 26, 2009 8:59 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
good point by kenny
our skill guys stood around, their hustle guys hustled
Goodbye Deke. The NBA will miss Mt. Mutombo.
by prezofdeath on Apr 26, 2009 8:59 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Blake is so much more clutch than Rudy?
by southern oregon on Apr 26, 2009 8:59 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely NOT!!!
Blake is an eternal choker. He MUST be off the roster next year, PERIOD!!!
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedeltwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We suck!
Trade Outlaw
Trade Blake
We should have traded LMA for Amare
Fire McMillan
/endsarcasm
The NBA: Where Amazingly Bad Officiating Happens.
by The Roybot on Apr 26, 2009 9:00 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
I definitely could hear more Blake and Outlaw hate
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Specifically, Blake hate is all I have a thirst for...
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedeltwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm just sad because the last two games were so winnable
Especially this one, up 5 points in the final quarter and then literally turning it over
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Roy had some open guys on his drive at the end too, he forced that play, great D by the Rockets
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed
Roy’s selfishness for the loss :(
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Officiating?
Why can’t the Blazers get a fair shake? Hate to be think conspiracy, but damn if it doesn’t look like those officials want to see a Houston/Laker matchup. So frustrating to watch.
by IPIUIRIE on Apr 26, 2009 9:01 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Agreed so much!
I don’t want to think a conspiracy, but the way NBA refs “ref”, it’s hard to think there isn’t
I support Takimoto in his effort to support Roger Kieschnick in his quest to becoming the best Kieschnick ever to play professional baseball.
by The VD Special on Apr 26, 2009 9:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
McKutchin for the Houston win. Our rebounding kinda sucks when we can barely keep a center on the floor. That said LMA and our other “power” forwards need to learn to you know…BOX OUT!
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hayes had a late game two-hand shove on Aldridge that cost us a crucial rebound.
Aldridge did box out, but apparently Hayes was allowed to put the box on the ground, stomp it and toss it in the recycling. There were some late game bad calls but the Blazers lost this one on their own though.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that was the rebound he took from Roy, resulting in a Battier three. Infuriating. Easy call
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
weaksauce
the way these two teams plays, there will be bad calls. I won’t disagree we’ve got the worst of them but…
You can’t blame the refs for 5+ turnovers in the 4th quarter
You can’t blame the refs for 9+ offensive boards leading to 15+ second chance points.
You can’t blame the refs for bad shot selection on our final two possessions that mattered.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well the boards one you can kind of
Oden was supposed to be in the game, bad him for blocking Yao though.
by Zaig on Apr 26, 2009 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he hadn't fouled out, so...
he could have been in the game if we wanted him to be
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
True, but he woulda been in from 7-4 minute mark or so
and Joel woulda been more rested
by Zaig on Apr 26, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Some people always blame the refs no matter what
Can’t really reason with them. They are inherently unreasonable with officiating expectations.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
you can’t look at one bad call and say, oh that wouldn’t matter.
When it changes when and where minutes are played, and how long, it matters. Just like it mattered in game 3 when we could of have had Oden against the bench for big minutes.
GO
THE TEACHER ......come into my classroom "THE PAINT" for some tutelage.
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"The rancor reflected in that remark I won't dignify with comment. But I'll address your general attitude of hopeless negativism." – Everett "O Brother, where art Thou?"
by Blazer1342 on Apr 26, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
complaining about 12 different refs
makes us look pathetic. look…we lost this game. we were outcoached, out executed, out scrapped. brandon lead both teams with free throws for the 2nd or 3rd game now. why would the nba want a houston laker matchup? we have supposedly the 2nd highest tv ratings for an nba team behind cleveland…if anything they’d be on our side.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
How about this? They don't know how to call a game with Yao in their
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 9:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
in *there*
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 9:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can agree with...
As a Houston fan, most refs have no clue how to call Yao for the better or for the worse.
by Artest4Prez on Apr 27, 2009 6:37 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You think Portland-LA is going to generate the kind of ratings that China/Houston-LA is going to produce? You are mistaken
I support Takimoto in his effort to support Roger Kieschnick in his quest to becoming the best Kieschnick ever to play professional baseball.
by The VD Special on Apr 26, 2009 10:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
all this conspiracy crap is a joke
if the NBA has been fixing games to maximize ratings…then why would they fix it so SA won 4 championships? China is a huge market for the NBA, but if that was the case don’t you think Houston would have gotten out of the first round every year? We have the the highest local TV ratings in the western conference…its not like the NBA wouldnt have benefited from us advancing. Hell look at NOH last year…they couldnt even sell out their arena during the playoffs, yet they made it rather far.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 10:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I prefer to imagine that there’s a concerted evil effort and not just complete incompetence. No, ok you’re right. I’m being silly. It’s just complete incompetence.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 10:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
its ok
i wrote a paper about how americans these days don’t take personal responsibility but are quick to blame others. its just a coincidence how this whole ref conspiracy thing is related.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 10:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s called being spoiled rotten.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 10:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Since this thread took over, I'll repeat my comment
While I was pissed about the calls, that’s never a valid excuse for a loss. We lost this one by giving up offensive boards. Nothing more or less. We shot well enough, we defended well enough, we just couldn’t get a defensive rebound to save our lives.
We played more efficiently than Houston, but we kept giving them extra opportunities.
2 hot 2 stop it
by dan_the_man on Apr 26, 2009 9:01 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
true enough
our rebounding was horrific
Goodbye Deke. The NBA will miss Mt. Mutombo.
by prezofdeath on Apr 26, 2009 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not an excuse?
I would tend to disagree. Houston kept getting more opportunities because we were afraid to pick up more fouls. The officials essentially neutered any physical play we could have and should have been able to. It wouldn’t have been an issue if the calls were made on both ends of the court but from my point of view, the Blazers were getting bullied by the refs while the Rockets were getting free passes left and right, not only with foul non-calls but other violations (3-seconds, traveling, etc.)
by IPIUIRIE on Apr 26, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
Here's why I say it isn't an excuse
There’s nothing you can do about it. What’s the point of talking about things you can’t control? We might as well complain that we had more close shots pop out of the rim, and god hates us. If it is 100% refs, we can never win.
I’d prefer to focus on things we can change. Rebounding, shot selection, defensive schemes, etc.
2 hot 2 stop it
by dan_the_man on Apr 26, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed to an extent
I obviously agree that it is out of my control but at the same time it doesn’t make it right. My main “complaint” is that it’s unjust. I know it’s a strong word to be using talking about a game of basketball but it’s how I live my life as well. I even feel guilty when I feel calls are going our way and the other team is getting shafted because it’s also unjust. There are rules to the game of basketball. Rules that are non negotiable and if they are broken, it’s the ref’s job to call them. I understand that ref’s call games differently and have their own tendencies for leniency or strictness and that’s fine, but irregardless, they need to call them the SAME on both ends of the court.
This is a loss, I can’t change that either. Nothing will make me feel better about it. As for the things we can change, I agree, we can change those things but it makes no difference if the reffing changes what we’ve changed… if that makes any sense.
by IPIUIRIE on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
we pay money for this though
we should be able to expect some level of performance for the dollar
Goodbye Deke. The NBA will miss Mt. Mutombo
Support families in crisis in Portland www.give10tell10.org
by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 10:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
say, for example
making the playoffs after just barely making .500 last year?
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 10:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that part is great
just not ‘just’ to see it end because the league wants yao to win a series
Goodbye Deke. The NBA will miss Mt. Mutombo
Support families in crisis in Portland www.give10tell10.org
by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 11:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 10:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
you're wrong
This was a 1 point game the referees made the game. No more no less. You can’t always be so great you can’t beat both the opposite team and the bad referee. Sometimes in tight games you just have to be better than the opponent. The referees were dishonest especially in the beginning and in the end when they called the offensive foul on Roy.
If the referee makes the game unbalanced you can play better but the referee can also un balance the game even more.
by chuky on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree that there were a lot of lousy calls against us,
but sadly, that charge on Roy was legit. It IS true that in that situation, you almost never see that call made, but it was a fair call.
2 hot 2 stop it
by dan_the_man on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was
definitely an offensive foul on Roy. The bad calls were the neutering of our Center position. Other then that they did a darn good job. McKutchin had it in for Oden big time that was obvious. There were no weak guard bump fouls on Oden it was all guarding Yao.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
mostly when yao did not have the ball
and there was that rebound joel made where he was knocked to the ground, a houston player ended up standing on top of him and no whistle.
Goodbye Deke. The NBA will miss Mt. Mutombo
Support families in crisis in Portland www.give10tell10.org
by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 10:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
legit call for sure, and heart breaking
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can someone please title this post....
This will stop the multiple posts about the same topic….HOPEFULLY.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:02 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
should've been
( ) sucks and Rudy can’t get no respect.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I believe
you meant to say either Outlaw and/or McMillan sucks and Rudy can’t get no respect.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
it's a fill in the blank in front of sucks...but the Rudy can't get no respect stays.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blake?
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedeltwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Joel made the worst mistake of the night down the stretch
with that horribly rushed reset pass that he threw into the backcourt.
Things happen for a reason they say, but I say there's a reason things happen.
by sixth on Apr 26, 2009 11:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He looked like he was throwing a football,
but… hmmm… you might be right. I suggest a poll.
Worst play of the game?
(A) Blakes turnover on the break?
(B) Joels hailmary?
© Brandons charge with open shooters?
(D) Monty McCutcheon?
(E) Other?
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 11:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yep
I also think personnel choices down the stretch made a HUGE difference.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
nothings over
we can still do this. we will finally break through in game 6 if we can get game 5, and then it’s a one game series. “take it one game at a time” and all that
UDOKA!
by CLRNCE. on Apr 26, 2009 9:03 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Never happened
in all of NBA history.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nobody has come back from a 3-1 deficit? Really??
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't
believe so no.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
actually
if my memory serves me…Detroit came back from 3-1 against the Magic when TMac was still there.
UDOKA!
by CLRNCE. on Apr 26, 2009 9:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Correct
and there has been at least one other one I think…can’t remember though
by dblieberman on Apr 26, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Rockets
have come back from down 3-1 twice
by HighLeveragePerformer on Apr 26, 2009 10:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
not true
Hit it. Yes he did. Ohhhh yeah.
by Badalona Baddie on Apr 26, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
it's happened a few times
8 according to one source I just found, but it didn’t list them
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
maybe it's being
down 2-0?
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nobody has ever come back from 3-0
everything else has happened
by Gargen on Apr 26, 2009 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here it is
Detroit came back from a 3-1 deficit to advance over Orlando, not 3-0. The Magic won the first game, the Pistons won the second, Orlando won games 3 and 4 while Detroit won games 5, 6, and 7.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I believe it can happen
We hold home court, and we finally win in houston (something we almost did twice in the last 3 days . . .)
Things happen for a reason they say, but I say there's a reason things happen.
by sixth on Apr 26, 2009 11:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It has happend 8 times
Hello Dum Dum
by ryryslyry on Apr 26, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
dude...
we’ve played 7 games against houston now…we won 2 games out of 7 and 1 of those was a miracle shot. what makes you think we can pull 3 straight?
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Devine intervention?
Or perhaps a blowout game 6 in Portland restoring confidence? Both of these away games were pretty close you know, especially considering the questionable officiating.
by IPIUIRIE on Apr 26, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What makes me think we COULD (though not necessarily WILL) do it
is that we have been increasingly competitive as the series progresses. Game one, at home, we get stomped, game 2 at home we win with a decent overall game. Game 3 at their house, we trail badly, but fight back to make it close. Game 4 at their house we are competitive the whole game (distinctly stronger than game 3), and fail to execute at the end. Now we go back home, where we should be the favorite for home Game 5. Then, if we have improved enough, we have the best shot at winning game 6 at their place, with the most “practice” to prepare us for the one road win we have to have. Which sets us up for game 7 at home. My point (nothing extradinary, I know), we just have to take it “one game at a time”, it is doable. So, really not “over”. We are competing with a good, experienced, veteran team. We know we are close. No reason to get too discouraged, as in “we can’t beat these guys”. We can beat these guys.
by Berkeley on Apr 26, 2009 11:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Heartbreaking.
We deserved this game.. Once again the officials suck.
Regarding BRoy:"Another day, another buzzer-beater. This man is so clutch he sets his body clock to go off one second before his alarm does every morning."
~Rob D from NBAmate
by twiggs on Apr 26, 2009 9:03 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
see it works
(fill in the blank) and Rudy can’t get no respect.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Joel was just on the Radio,
saying that the officiating was really different tonight and they had to really adjust.
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
...
all the rebounding discussion is and should be rooted in how the refs were calling off ball fouls on our bigs. Joel and Greg are and have been all year long the foundation of our agressive rebounding.
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and I agree with you,
just having somebody see it the same way opened up the flood gates, that’s al, sorry for the confusion.
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 11:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
even so...
houston still had to make the same adjustments.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 10:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the adjustments
were in the post. Yao was getting calls. They didn’t really have to adjust in the same way.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The only adjustment that Houston had to make,
was in hiding their collective smirk after every whistle.
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
wait, how many fouls did Yao have against him again?
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Artest was 5-20
he abused Rocket fans. And one of those, the And One one the left block, he changed pivot feet TWICE
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 9:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was frustrated with that call,
but of course I seen a few that Roy picked up that he didn’t deserve, so I quickly forgot about it.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
once or twice, yes
the rest of the time, Artest kept us in it, just like game 2.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Even Joel doesn't really know what to say
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:05 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
brain fart...
almost never happens. He will come back strong.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know what to say Rebound and dont turn the ball over in the 4th and we win that game
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We have five draft picks, and the Rockets have none
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:05 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
might
want to change your sig. No way anyone views that term “The Flu” in a positive light after the coming week. Trust me.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
very true -- swine flu panic on way from mexico
ignacio
by ignacio on Apr 26, 2009 9:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don't panic. I survived SARS and MCD already
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
May I suggest you to change your sig as well
It is seriously too long and takes too much real estate in the the comments.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
sure.
I will now.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
There
I cut it in half.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You can boil that down even more.
“Death ain’t all that. The soul man kicks booty.” —Gita Outtaheah
by MiledAnimal on Apr 27, 2009 4:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I love sports but it seems like i get F-ed 95 percent of the time
This one was hard………….
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:07 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Two games in a row
we are down one bucket with the shot clock off and over 10 seconds left,
Game 3, Blake hoists and misses a very very contested trois.
Tonight, Outlaw does the same thing.
People, there are 10 seconds on the clock, you don’t need to huck and pray.
Frye-lock and I'm on top rock you like a cop
by pklym on Apr 26, 2009 9:08 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Rudy has been there done that
put 20 on the US in the finals…him or Roy take that shot
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No no no
we’re playing the 2007/08 season right? I mean Blake sit down so Jarret can come in and step out of bounds Oh and Outlaw since you are mr. clutch in this season take the shot I haven’t updated my memory to the 2008/09 season yet.
I mean is Nate playing NBA Live from last year or something?
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
uhhh......never invest emotianlly in sports
it sucks
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
houston earned this game
their role players executed…landry, brooks, von wafer
we have not executed down the stretch…
BUT this series is not over…
by eypark on Apr 26, 2009 9:08 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
These young guys will be devasted
I will be shocked if we win Game 5
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
In my opinion the game was lost
on those consecutive possessions when we SHOULD HAVE THOSE DAMN LOOSE BALLS AND DEFENSIVE REBOUNDS…but didn’t, and then Battier nailed those 3s. I could be wrong but I don’t think we led again after the second one.
Hit it. Yes he did. Ohhhh yeah.
by Badalona Baddie on Apr 26, 2009 9:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Blakes turnover on the break scarred my soul
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
it is hard to get boards when you are being shoved in the back
and knowing if you did the same their guys they would be on the line…Scola shoved our guys in the back on each of those
Goodbye Deke. The NBA will miss Mt. Mutombo
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by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 10:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Game 5
I want to see who’s a quitter and who isn’t.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
These guys are devasted
But if they do win, that will show heart
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
you are right
on both points.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I actually thought we should've went for the 3 when Roy got called for the offensive call....
I just wanted to go for the win and get the hell out of there. I know with that much time in a 2 point game, it would probably not be the wisest thing to do to run the clock down and shoot a 3, but I didn’t see us coming out on top in overtime or just getting a stop on the other end.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Roy had guys open (I think) on the 3 point line I was hoping he would kick the ball and then offensive foul
and I almost broke something
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that charging foul was biggest play of game to me
ignacio
by ignacio on Apr 26, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
it absolutely was, biggest play of the season and Houston made a great defensive stop
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I didn't mind the setup so much
But Roy has to recognize when he’s going 1 on 3 and setup his teammates. That’s what’s going to take his game to the next level.
he’s actually reverted a bit in that regard – he used to do that a lot more in 07/08
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
shortening the rotation may be the normal thing to do in the playoffs.
but our team’s not normal…
Anyone think our team would benefit from second unit play so we can take advantage of our youth to tire teams out?
by eypark on Apr 26, 2009 9:12 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
yes
why carry 10 guys who can supposedly play on other teams if you dont’ want to use them?
better off to consolidate.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we should have kept with it the entire time
the mind games nate is playing with sergio isn’t going to do him any good. i dont think he’ll recover in 1 game after his 3 minute stint today.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sergio was worthless tonight...
and that’s being kind. No doubt he has lost his confidence by him limited playing time. But if you get the chace to get in there and play…make the most of it…so the coach will have to play you more.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
sergio shouldnt have even played
its obvious he would struggle after not playing game 3. nate has yoyoed with a lot of our players confidence all year, and this was expected from sergio. there is nothing sergio can do effectively in 3 minutes. it was just an opportunity for him to fail.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and fail he did with flying colors.
As a professional, he needs to be ready to come in and contribute. He played like garbage in the time he was in there. That’s why he was yanked so quickly.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i hate to break it to you
but there are a ton of people who can’t produce on the fly. he was put in a situation that he couldnt have succeed in…Bayless wouldn’t have been able to…channing couldnt either..and hell even Greg is guilty of playing like crap in spot minutes as well. Nate should have recognized that its useless to play anyone for less than 5 minutes now.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Does Sergio have AI syndrome?
/s
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe I'm expecting too much of him
but for a supposedly “heady, smart” player, Steve Blake has made some HORRIBLE decisions in the past two games. I never expect Blake to win games, but I sure don’t expect him to lose them (team effort, but ugh)
I believe in Greg Oden. To all the haters - get down with the program or stay off the wagon for all time. #52
by blazeraddict on Apr 26, 2009 9:12 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
agreed
if he can’t provide steadyness when the pressure is on…then he isn’t really all that valuable to us.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whatever happens in the rest of this series,
I’m going to be so glad not to have to watch the Rockets anymore. Aesthetically they are just brutal to watch — no fast breaks, very few pretty plays, lots of pushing and shoving (and admittedly great defense). The most exciting thing for Rockets fans is when the refs call fouls on the other team for breathing on Yao.
I’m also sick to death of Von Wafer’s mohawk.
Hit it. Yes he did. Ohhhh yeah.
by Badalona Baddie on Apr 26, 2009 9:13 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
and all I ask now is that the season not end on our homecourt.
Hit it. Yes he did. Ohhhh yeah.
by Badalona Baddie on Apr 26, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i once liked them -- but it's hard to by now
ignacio
by ignacio on Apr 26, 2009 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
reminds me of us last year.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Postgame "show" here, with chat and video. Moderated.
http://www.nba.com/blazers/ripcityuprisecentral.html
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:14 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
One game at a time and the 4th quarter
I know the Blazers will be kicking themselves for letting this game go. But they’ll bounce back and play their hearts out.
Its obvious this game was lost in the 4th quarter by poor rebounding, turnovers, and bad decisions. The Rockets outhustled the Blazers for rebounds, but they also made the Blazers rotate on D and chase them around. The Blazers were usually not in position to box out or just plain failed to box out. Credit the Rockets for their ball movement and hustle. They just wanted it more.
On offense, the team stopped moving the ball and started watching each other. Roy made a few mental lapses and Blake as well. These aren’t the typical mistakes the Blazers make. All season they were one of the best 4th quarter teams. Tonight they just made too many errors.
Looking forward to Game 5 and see how they bounce back. Certain players I will be watching closely to see their mental toughness.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:14 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
there is something wrong
if they couldn’t play their hearts out today after fridays loss.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think they did
their hearts weren’t the problem tonight.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The heart was there, but the hustle wasn't there to clean up after the 1st miss
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I really admire Shane Battier. That is all.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:15 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
did you see Artest's pose after he manhandled Roy, Birdman-esque
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I really really like Battier too by the way
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You mean after he stiff armed Roy and got the call?
No I refuse to admit to seeing that.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Artest gets away with so much on the defensive end it really is a joke
I saw Roy’s jersey being pulled live a couple times on my 17" low def screen an no ********* call
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
count the number of steps he made on that move....
I had the whole bar counting out loud
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I now hate Blake and simply don't have the energy to care any more.
Let’s hope the Blazers can do the impossible…
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedeltwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:15 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
The imposssible is 3-0
This is merely improbable…
Proud member of Duck nation!
by skywaker9 on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
if you're going
to change your signature to call out one player when it was a total and utter team effort to choke that game away, you should probably make sure you at least spell “dealt” right.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thank you,
I’m a little emotional right now. I’ll probably change my sig again tomorrow to avoid any knocking on my door coupled with unnecessary and uncomfortable interviews, but tonight, I simply want nothing more then for Blake to pack up and leave Portland. He is IMO not built for the pressure of the playoffs.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You are a little emotional
He did not cost us the game, except that he outplayed both of his counterparts
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Your probably right,
I just hope that the team checks and sees that the email addy was never made. I feel bad, still don’t like Blake, but take much solace in the experience were accumulating.
...breathing in, breathing out, trying to calm down...
...grumble, grumble, %$#@ Blake!!! grumble, grumble...
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
When I say
You’re probably right
, I mean that you’re right in that I’m over emotional right now. Blake most certainly cost us this game.
...breathing in, breathing out, trying to calm down...
...grumble, grumble, %$#@ Blake!!! grumble, grumble...
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
12:16 AM and I'm drinkin alone, it sucks to be an East coast fan
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:15 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Major red flags for KP to get things done this summer
Point Guard is #1.
Backup PF Banger #2
Veteran SF scorer #3 (Although this could be Webster)
And no more sergio and frye, im sorry
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
WHOA
major oversight!
- Trade Travis Outlaw or cut him.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Its tough to let him go
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can't let Trout go
Although were Webster here….
Proud member of Duck nation!
by skywaker9 on Apr 26, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like the guy
and maybe he can get an apartment with Frye (that would make a great sitcom by the way) but no way I want him on this team anymore I’ve had it!
Either Nate goes or Outlaw goes since Nate is unable to realize Outlaw blows games. Ugh!
I like Nate so unless Poppovich is available I say trade Outlaw.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
man I think banger backup PF is clearly needed for series like this.
good call.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t pretend to understand personnel, contracts or trades well enough to make particular suggestions.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Remember all
the goal was to make it to the show, everything else was supposed to be extra.
Hello Dum Dum
by ryryslyry on Apr 26, 2009 9:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Nate screwed it up Im sorry i know it was to get to the playoffs
but once your their and you have the chance to win, dont choke
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed, but...
it’s still SO frustrating to lose games in the same way you have won them all year
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
At least if we lose
We’re losing to a team I respect, not the Fakers…
Proud member of Duck nation!
by skywaker9 on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
True
I love Adelman and I respect the poo out of Battier (been hating his daggers in this series though).
I do however hate Scola and have grown to hate von Mohawk as well.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dont forget Ron Ron
The NBA: Where Amazingly Bad Officiating Happens.
by The Roybot on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Blazers can still win this series
Wait.. wrong thread..
by amitp06 on Apr 26, 2009 9:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I want to be on the drugs you’re on. Just kidding.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
zing!
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We need to stop complaining about the refs. They won't listen to us, and the definitely won't read BEdge.
The BEdger previously known as BR7formvp.
by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:20 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Nate should listen to us... at least when we are right
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Should and will are two totally different things.
The BEdger previously known as BR7formvp.
by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the reffing really wasn't that bad
that foul that they called on brooks against blake when the latter slipped, for example. refs did a good job in a difficult game to call IMO.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree
my sole complaint was the McKutchin calls on our centers especially Greg.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
Rudy is amazing to have survived not only the Ariza flagrant but also several attempts by snipers to end his life (look for it at second 30 and again later. Credit to Norkstroll for this incredible documetary footage!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siKWh0DkCz8
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we should stop typing altogether.
Oh wait this is just cathartic release for the group isn’t it? Oh well, carry on.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we kept doing one thing right
and then giving it right back. roy steals it, blake turns it right back over on the 4 on 3. joel grabs the offensive rebound and hucks it out of bounds. any number of times in the fourth quarter we got defensive stops and gave up offensive rebounds. we should have won this game. god, we had every chance in the world to win and kept on giving them right back.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:20 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I
agree.
The BEdger previously known as BR7formvp.
by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man if Andre Miller was just 4 years younger...
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
here comes the Hinrich mafia....
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Aaron Brooks: 24 minutes, 1-5, 5 pts
Kyle Lowry: 24 minute, 1-6, 4 pts
Who got torched tonight?
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
those guys aren't playoff caliber starters either
Blake was the best PG on the floor tonight. He’s about the 18th-20th best starting PG. I’d love him off our bench.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 10:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oden epically failed to take advantage of his size advantage with Yao out
0 points, 0 O-rebs.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Yao was out for a grand total of four minutes.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And Oden was in for two of those 4
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We looked like a bunch of rookies out there
Oh wait Rudy is not a rookie
by southern oregon on Apr 26, 2009 9:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Rudy is a player....and cerebral
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Humor helps...
ERNIE ON TNT: (after video of Rasheed exiting the locker room at warp speed)… “Rasheed, scoreless on 0-for-7 shooting, didn’t even give us a ‘One Team Played Hard’ tonight…”
Pontiff of the Pryz for Prez Posse...
by timbo on Apr 26, 2009 9:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
it's boff teams played hard god bless good night come on tnt know your sheed
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
In that series??
I think Timbo got it right the first time. – Elgin
Tonight felt like the day you open the mail and receive an acceptance letter to your dream school: the University of Playoffs. - Ben Golliver, Apr 15 2009
by 22baylor on Apr 27, 2009 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let's face it, Greg is a bust
I couldn’t believe it but I thought Greg would make a difference in this series. Wow ,I don’t think he even wants to play.
by dosumthungreg on Apr 26, 2009 9:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
he's played good D this series
His offensive rebounding has disappeared though, which is disappointing.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
All our offensive rebounding has disappeared
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by The Roybot on Apr 26, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
definitely need to trade fo Gerald Wallace
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think Yao and the Rockets boxing out has something to do with it
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
for sure
They have “manned up” on the boards.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
it was a matchup of strenghts
Portland came in #1 in offensive rebound. Houston is top 3 or 4 in defensive rebounding. apparently good defensive rebounding trumps good offensive rebounding
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the problem is houston
is using two guys just to box out greg when he is in, no one else on our team is coming down to help…the few times we did we had some success, yao is too much for joel on the offensive glass, as he is for most humans
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by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 10:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dwight Howard gets owned by Yao on a regular basis
Asking Oden to make a leap in production from the regular season is wishful thinking.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think the hype of "Players get to play more physical" got to peoples head about having Greg be able to explode onto the scene
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by The Roybot on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
5 fouls in 10 minutes says something else about the physicality of the playoffs
…and that is, teams with physical reputations get to play physical ball. Always has been that way
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
how does greg not have a 'physical' player reputation
given all the fouls they dole out to him routinely
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by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 10:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blame Aldridge not Greg
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Greg is better at fronting Yao than Joel, he just gets called for more fouls
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Joel just stands behind Yao. That's useless. A 6 inch taller center throwing a deadly hook is not guardable from behind.
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
some kid
just yelled “rockets!!!!!” in my face as I was walking back from watching the game wearing my roy for roy t-shirt. would I have been justified in punching him in the face as hard as humanly possible?
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
boston
so he’s probably even a celtics fan…so I probably should have kicked him in the balls first before punching him in the face as hard as humanly possible. one for each offense.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What is with kids up at 12:30 in Boston?
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by The Roybot on Apr 26, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
IF you were anywhere in Oregon I would do it, but in Boston nah
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
depends on which neighborhood
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by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 10:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Knock that kid out
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by The Roybot on Apr 26, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
definitely doesn't want to play I think he will quit in a couple years
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Doesnt want to play
The refs wont let him play
Coming back from microfracture surgery he showed he had the work ethic to make it in the NBA and you’re gonna doubt that?
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by The Roybot on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I love Greg I'm just mocking this guy
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok lol
Im just tired of people raggin on Greg
Even though he isnt putting up big numbers, he is playing phenominal defense on Yao when allowed to by the refs
The NBA: Where Amazingly Bad Officiating Happens.
by The Roybot on Apr 26, 2009 9:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah why hasn’t he stepped up in the face of the 7’6" veteran first/second best center in the league? He was set up to succeed and totally blew it.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
shew fly, don't bother me
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fouling out in 12 minutes is a joke
by dosumthungreg on Apr 26, 2009 9:27 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
uh.... are you really taking the position those were good calls?
ignacio
by ignacio on Apr 26, 2009 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
forget him, never seen him, Troll
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
There is One Reason, and only One Reason the Blazers lost this game.
There is no conceivable way in any form of logic that certain players, coaches, and referees made mistakes of various degrees at different times (while conversely making some good plays, decisions and calls at other times).
It’s ALL Nate’s/Referee’s/whatever player’s fault
by dropsies on Apr 26, 2009 9:28 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I blame Somali pirates
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
lol?
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well,
we know it wasn’t Caribbean pirates (though Ron Ron is pretty swarthy).
by dropsies on Apr 26, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Arrrrrrtest
Avast ye mateys, I be firin’ ill-advised threes!
1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21... I know...
by FibonacciSequence on Apr 26, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
man, that 3rd quarter was so awesome
4th quarter rebounding.
4th quarter rebounding.
4th quarter rebounding.
4th quarter rebounding.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:28 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
and turnovers
seven in the fourth quarter, and mr fourth quarter himself had three or four of those.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he had 2
and one ball was given to the rockets, typically when a players jersey is pulled a foot from his body followed by his elbow getting punched while he is dribbling is what is known in the rule book as a personal foul on the jersey puller. elbow punching player snd not called a turnover
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by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 10:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am so depressed.
-Gabby
by ireallylikejerrydbayless on Apr 26, 2009 9:28 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Cry, it really works
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
-1.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
Evens it out.
1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21... I know...
by FibonacciSequence on Apr 26, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
-1
not because I care either way… just because I’m spiteful.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 27, 2009 2:47 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
7 to 5
draft picks FTW
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's cool man...
Look at it this way. This is a fantastic series to earn that valuable experience in. It’s been hard fought, discounting the first game, and the Rockets have given the Blazers plenty to think about in the off season that wasn’t necessarily exposed during a very successful regular season. We were all pumped to make the playoffs remember? Now who really thought we would contend this year? It’s for the best that we faced one of the worst possible matchups and got a good glimpse of what it’s going to take to really roll into the deep rounds. Better we get this than the false sense of superiority that the Hornets developed with their meteoric rise and painful fall. A measured response to this outcome will yield the best results. That’s why ZI flinch at all of the kneejerk fire Nate Trade so-and-so posts. A thoughtful response that builds on this foundation is required. Not a fire sale. All in all, keep in mind, we’re on the right track. rings don’t come easy.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So you wouldn't trade anyone
but would add to the foundation? You really think a 4th pg is the answer? Perhaps a 4th PF instead of Ruffin…
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don’t be silly. I wouldn’t walk into the locker room with a shotgun as seems to be the initial reaction with many. I trust KP. Period.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think shooting players
is a bit extreme yes. But you have got to make a move here and Frye and Ruffin aren’t going to get you the players we need to make our push.
Likewise Blake isn’t the answer at PG (as a starter) and for sure we don’t have a back up PF that can get it done.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
metaphorical shotgun obviously. And the players you stated are also obviously replaceable. You know very well where I’m coming from and you’re just being a contrarian. That’s cool, because I know where you’re coming from to. I’m watching this thing. I’ve been watching our scrum at PG all year. there hasn’t been a winner.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the only way we ever go far in any playoffs
is if we get some reasonably fair officiating.
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by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 11:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is life. We can't win every series. We just have to look forward to next season.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:29 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm definitely not giving up yet
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Then you will be disappointed.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Having realistic expectations makes the fall easier.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Pure truth
...breathing in, breathing out, trying to calm down...
...grumble, grumble, %$#@ Blake!!! grumble, grumble...
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
thank you very much
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man
Greg really can’t do anything on the court without getting called.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:30 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It seems like Nate if forgetting this is the playoffs.
Keep losing and there wont be a next game.
Stop going to Blake so often when a Roy/Rudy backcourt is working so well. RUDY NEEDS MORE PT.
Don’t pull Roy when he’s red hot on both ends. He can get his rests during time outs. Just when Roy was becoming the hero and the momentum was snowballing big time for the Blazers Nate pulls Roy out of the game. Sigh.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I loved the Rudy/Roy lineup but the only problem is that it wears Roy out
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
They need to let Rudy handle the ball more in the Roy/Rudy backcourt
They have been trying to make Roy the point guard, but I think they would be better off with Rudy being the point guard and having the same relationship between Roy and Rudy that they have between Roy and Blake. Rudy has almost all the same skills that Blake has, so letting Rudy take over Blake’s role should work pretty well.
by trk on Apr 26, 2009 10:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we obviously should have won this game
rebounding and turnovers.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:31 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
that one Artest knocked from Roy
I really don’t think Roy touched it.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He did, but Artest smacked Roy's arm, not the ball. Should have been a foul.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
To clarify, it bounced on Roy's knee after he dropped it because Artest slapped his arm.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I thought it looked clean,
Artest just caught Roy off guard.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i rewound the slow motion replay several time
it was a clean strip and went off Roy’s knee. The problem was Roy fumbled the initial pass and had to recover it at the sideline facing the wrong direction and leaning out of bounds. Ron went for the strip, and got it.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hmm, I only watched it once so I might have missed it.
To be though it looked like Roy had his arm knocked away. I’ve already deleted the game off my DVR though, I couldn’t ever hit play on that again.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
^This
I’ve already deleted the game off my DVR though, I couldn’t ever hit play on that again.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He was holding Roy's jersey with his right hand
He hit ball with the left but the camera angle from behind does not show if he made contact other than the ball.
He did reach between arm and body. Usually you get that as reaching. Bad break Roy didn’t this time
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he pulled roy's jersey about a foot from his body
that is not clean, rewind or not that was a foul
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by PDXBuckeye on Apr 26, 2009 11:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
definitely was a foul, he grabbed roy's jersey too
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
it hit his knee I thought
looked like a good call to me.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
man
he just got raked across the arms and jersey on that play, and the ref had a perfect view and swallowed his whistle. that’s the advantage of being a former DPOY…you get those calls.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was more mad about that stupid turnover when we were bringing the ball up court
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
ugh
Travis. You have to let Steve know.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
But
Travis is the MAN. That’s why he gets that 3 point shot called for him in the 4th.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i don't think it was called for him
roy was chewing him out after the blazers took that foul. I don’t think trav was the primary option on that play.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That only
LOWERS Travis stock and make’s McMillan’s choice of having him on the floor worse. He was an outright liability in every game other then the first half of this game with glimpses in the 3rd. For sure Roy or Rudy should have gotten that out of bounds.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Travis
has been clutch for us in fourth quarters all year. Sample size. 4 games is not more representative of travis’s likelihood to contribute in the fourth quarter than 82 games.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Have you been watching this year?
He has not been 1/10th as clutch as he was last year! Especially in the 4th.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
home Detroit
road Memphis
home New York
just to name a few. Outlaw had some big moments this year.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He had
about 20 games last year and hasn’t been the same cat since the superior Rudy came onto the team.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Superior in getting his own shot?
this Travis hate is irrational. He had a good clean look at a 3 when they needed 3 to tie. He had hit 2 of 3 in the game previous.
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
both ones he hit
were corner threes.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
also
he shoots 26% from the left angle. It’s his worst spot on the floor.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've been watching all year
and I’d rather have travis shooting in the fourth quarter than anybody except for roy or rudy.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Right
as in the two guys who SHOULD have taken that shot.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree with you
but you were excoriating nate for having him out there at all, which is what I disagreed with.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Travis played well tonight
He is the only guy we have who guards Artest
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rudy has been in more big games than Travis
In the end travis’ heroics have only come in the regular season, while Rudy has had much more experience in the big games.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
STEVE
has to know. you’re on a 4v3 fast break — that means two guys are booking it up the court behind you and you simply gotta have that in the back of your mind.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the inverse of awesomeness of the fourth?
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You win games in the 4th
The Blazers know that
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yet another delectable glimpse of things to come. Too bad the game was lost.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've forgotten about it
the same way i forget about a terrible 14 point quarter if the Blazers end up winning. This game was so heartbreaking.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
awesome
and it was all the last 6 minutes. When we turned a 6 ponint deficit into a 6 point lead heading to the fourth, I was convinced we were going to win.
We then proceeded to do what we do far too often – give away the entire lead in about a minute and a half. Think about that. All series long, we have had to WORK ourselves to death to get 5-7 points back. They just took that 6 all too easily
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Most of that awesomeness was due to the Roy/Rudy backcourt
Roy and Rudy were both playing excellent defense throughout the game, and it seemed like there a big improvement in the effectiveness of the defense when they were in together. The Rockets did not even score a single point against the Roy/Rudy backcourt, which allowed the Blazers to go from down 6 to up 2.
by trk on Apr 26, 2009 11:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yup that was the lineup I've been askin for in this series
Rudy Roy Trav LMA and Oden.l…it was unstoppable….except by the coach
""Look. I can touch the rim on my tippy toes.. " – Greg Oden
by LetsBlaze on Apr 27, 2009 9:38 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What happens if the Blazers actually win (they won't)? How crazy would Portland get?
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Win the series???
haha not happening
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thus the "(they won't)"
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yea... i would love a game 5 win
just to make the series 4-2 and it to look better
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blake's on the radio right now,
he’s not taking enough personal responsibility for this loss.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He thoroughly outplayed the Rockets PG's
by levelhed on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exactly
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He shouldn't be.
Win as a team, lose as a team. If Blake starts blaming himself he might end up chucking 15 contested 3’s next game.
by Bskey on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He also was very defensive when asked about Brooks driving past him in Gm 1. He said Brooks only beat him about 2 or 3 times.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
...
Like a victim of tragedy, I find myself unable to recall the event that specifically engineers my newfound contempt for him. I simply find myself sickened that this feeling is not shared more prominently, despite the blessing of not having to relive the experience through reading a recap of his epic fail.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He probably read all the hatred comments on here
and is all too happy to leave town after everyone seems to be abandoning their faith in him or whatever other aspect of the organization is the scapegoat du jour.
I’m not saying he’s our PG for the future, adjustments clearly have to be made, but what’s with calling for his head?
1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21... I know...
by FibonacciSequence on Apr 26, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He is as unclutch as they come
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
How did that come into play tonight?
Did we want someone to take the ball out of Roy’s hands and take over?
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Turnover on the break
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This should be a Fanpost
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hahaha, I know better then to submit my thoughts to the BEdge brain trust in the form of a Fanpost.
Singular observations, placed in a vacuum, and given inappropriate weight don’t fair well on this site.
it's not likely at all that we will win, but I've followed this team all season and I'm not giving up an inch until the Rockets pry every living breath out of my soul
- trailblazersfan
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 10:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was kidding - there was one and it has been rolled off the main page now
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 27, 2009 12:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What lost this game for Portland
was poor rebounding down the stretch. Other than that, I felt the Blazers played a great game and if they would’ve been playing like this earlier in the series they wouldn’t be down two games. The way I see it, Portland has actually improved a lot over the past few games, the only problem being they were on the road for two of them and didn’t have a chance in the end with Houston’s solid veterans and raucous crowd.
Basically it boils down to inexperience and not being able to play clutch basketball on the road. Nobody should be surprised that Portland lost both games in Houston; Portland has played inconsistently on the road against good teams all season.
I’m predicting that Portland will win game 5 but lose a hard-fought battle in Houston in game 6. Who knows? Maybe Portland can push the series to a game 7 back in Portland. Regardless of the outcome, this has been a great, albeit emotionally frustrating, series and I can’t wait until next season.
"When I played, if you punched someone in the face, it only cost you 50 bucks" -- Maurice Lucas
by RipCity4Life on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
im trying to take the long view
but it’s hard to decompress
ignacio
by ignacio on Apr 26, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know what you mean.
I basically posted that try and make myself feel better. It kind of worked but I might start crying again.
"When I played, if you punched someone in the face, it only cost you 50 bucks" -- Maurice Lucas
by RipCity4Life on Apr 26, 2009 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yup
those 6 points Battier scored were the daggers. That’s what I put this loss on more than anything, even more than Roy’s bad TOs and Blake’s even worse TO.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Battier
Dude is good. Real good.
"When I played, if you punched someone in the face, it only cost you 50 bucks" -- Maurice Lucas
by RipCity4Life on Apr 26, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
love his game. smart. clutch.
he never should have had those looks though if we’d cleared the boards.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Want to hate him...
… but can’t quite – he just gets the job done.
I’ll save the hate for Von and Scola’s hair….
Rudy!!!!!
by blazergrl on Apr 27, 2009 9:57 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
what about
TO’s shot at the end of the 4th?
And yes, Battier is the one guy with that “it” factor on Houston. He is nails.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wasn't too upset with that shot
Outlaw had actually been playing well and it was a good enough look. What I didn’t like was Brandon trying to get the and-1, usually a good idea, during the previous possession instead of pulling up for a jumper or a three.
"When I played, if you punched someone in the face, it only cost you 50 bucks" -- Maurice Lucas
by RipCity4Life on Apr 26, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I 100% agree
Portland takes care of the defensive rebounds, they win this game. A few questionable plays down the stretch hurt, but it was really the loose balls we couldn’t get to that the Rockets converted into extra points were what killed us.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The annoying part of that
was that Rudy had just gotten 3 big rebounds over a period of 5 minutes. Then Outlaw cam in for Rudy “to improve rebounding” according to the Mikes, and suddenly we couldn’t get any rebounds. Normally Outlaw is a better rebounder than Rudy, but Rudy really had his rebounding mojo going and the type of rebounds that were occurring (mostly long rebounds) were ones where quickness and anticipation is more important than size.
by trk on Apr 26, 2009 11:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
FYI
We do need to make deals this offseason.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
yes
on opening day next year, Blake needs to be a backup, and Outlaw needs to be gone.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Unless Chicago demands Blake
in which case, we give Steve.
I think Nic and Martell are adequate the small forward.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
I wouldn’t be opposed to Kidd or Miller at PG. both are UFA’s and smart veteran players. Both also push tempo and can setup teammates, which we need desperately.
Draft a 4/5 who can body down in the trenches and help on the rebounds
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Miller would bring post up, which is unusual for a PG. Unfortunately he can't hit a three
I’m against bringing Kidd on board (and I say that as also a Mavs fan)
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think we have enough 3 point shooting at other positions to make Miller worth it given the other strengths he brings to the table.
I’ve not been on board with brining Kidd in before, but he’s been playing really well the last month or two, and he’s going to give us passing and fast breaking, along with steady play.
Neither of them are long term answers of course, but both should be realistically attainable, and can bridge the gap for a couple years.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
disagree,
keep Outlaw, dispose of Blake. Invest in Bayless.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have no faith in Bayless
We’ll see if he can prove me wrong.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
the Bayless love on this board is exponentially greater than anything he has actually show thus far. The last thing we need to add to our isolation based offense is another guy who’s only skill is 1 on 1 isolation.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's been ridiculous,
but he’s yet to really receive a fair shake at with minutes. Playing to win didn’t leave much room to let Bayless grow through mistakes on the floor. I don’t and have never thought of him as a savior, but still see room for improvement.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've had little myself,
but if the ‘Office feels he’s the future, then I can be ok with that. Of course I’m taking this from Shavlicks friend, whose screen name escapes me at the moment.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lets Blaze does like Bayless, true
I’ve yet to see any promising results on the court.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So does KP. I put the chance that he gets traded this summer at < 10%
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
if Bayless is the price you pay
to acquire a starting PG, you do it in a heartbeat.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hollinger always talks about a mythical "significant upgrade" better than Hinrich
It escapes me who he means.
Yeah, of course if New Orleans goes belly up and Chris Paul hits the market you trade Bayless. Or if it’s the price to get Rubio probably too. Apart from that, I just don’t see KP moving him after seeing his latest statements.
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would like Rubio
but teams don’t trade high draft picks.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
really?
He put up good numbers in the stretch of the season when he got regular minuts.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
When given minutes
he had a decent rookie point guard season. I’m not that disappointed.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He has looked decent, nothing more than that. He is expendable.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
haven't seen ENOUGH promising moments...
Driving past Devin Harris (owning him actually) was impressive, his ability to get to the rim is impressive….his speed and leaping ability is impressive…Summer League MVP was impressive…DNP-CDing him to almost midseason wasted the opportunity to maybe having him ready for,.,.,.,.,now…
face it Greg learned VERY little sitting and watching last year….came out with all kinds of newbie probs at the beginning….strip strip travell strip foul foul foul…then he started to work past those mistakes….J-Bay has yet to have that chance…there’s nothing to indicate that he won’t grow past them…
""Look. I can touch the rim on my tippy toes.. " – Greg Oden
by LetsBlaze on Apr 27, 2009 9:50 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
its just the feeling I get when I hear management talk about Jerryd...they are going to
let him prove himself at SOME point…they talk about him as the future…he has succeedded at every other level…HS divI school, Summer league…he has NBA caliber tools…needs to learn to use them….watching doesn’t help
""Look. I can touch the rim on my tippy toes.. " – Greg Oden
by LetsBlaze on Apr 27, 2009 9:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Count me in as well
He looks like poor man’s Bobby Jackson or Jannero Pargo right now.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Give him minutes during regular season 09-10 and let him get some experience. I like Bayless and think it’s justified. He just needs to get minutes to calm those rookie nerves. Seriously, the boy can drive and knows how to draw a foul.
by IPIUIRIE on Apr 26, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
To all those who said Blake isnt good enough to lead us to a ring
You were right
I was wrong.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
I am in total agreement with this statement.
I would like to formally retract any and every last drop of love I have ever shown Steve Blake. Personally apologies go out to jksnake99 and AK1984, Blake will choke away any chance Portland will ever attain at greatness.
ps... If any one has personal information concerning Blakes where abouts, please contact me at Blakemustbedealtwith@gmail.com
by Screen Name on Apr 26, 2009 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You put this loss on Blake?
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I still give us a 10% chance or so
70% chance in game 5, 20% chance in game 6, 75% chance in game 7. It can be done.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:36 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
I still believe the Blazers can win the series
Game 5 is a sign of mental toughness and heart.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which I don't think the Blazers have, despite all of their comebacks during the regular season.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
isn't that kind of like saying
“I don’t think he’s rich except for all the money he has”?
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, because the playoffs are obviously tough on our young players mentally. I don't think they can focus for 3 straight games.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
They'll take it one game at a time
They don’t have a choice.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
they might not have ENOUGH
mental toughness…but this is a team that came back from double-digit deficits to win 18 times this year. you know that’s the most in the NBA since 2002-03? I think it’s a little harsh to say they don’t have mental toughness or heart. you don’t compete grittily in two games in houston or win those 18 games without them.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm not saying we don't have ANY toughness/heart. However, if we get down double digits in the next game, it will be VERY tough for us to not concede defeat.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
let’s hope that doesn’t happen.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think they'll find a way to win.
The Blazers play much better at home than the road. These two games in Houston has been encouraging to me.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LMA, Roy, and the bench would need to be very good in all three games for us to win the series.
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by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think the ref - ing was pretty fair
Except how is it that Yao get 1 foul in 43 minutes and Greg and Joel get 9 fouls in 38?
by eypark on Apr 26, 2009 9:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
i dont even wanna go there
but i hope that, quietly, pritchard is sending the nba some video of all the phantom fouls on greg.
ignacio
by ignacio on Apr 26, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
For the Hinrich haters,
He D’s up Pierce in the 4th and does a hellavu job at it too
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Bulls fans?
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Per your sig
if Basketall is life and Blazers is Basketball then my life is hell
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ive seen a couple around here
"Grayg"
-Nate
by OSUBlazerfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
4th qtr execution was one of our strengths
what the hell happened? we’ve made more 4th quarter mistakes than i care to imagine. 2 of the most “mentally tough” players i thought we had ended up having uncharacteristic mistakes. maybe the playoff pressure is too much for them? i did learn that all of Rudys pro experience has really made him a more mentally tough player than i thought he was. Nate needs to upgrade his role…now.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:40 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
That's what sucks
Everyone has something to think about from the end of the game (along with the bigger picture of course)…
Roy – Picked up a charge
LMA – Passed up open shot
Outlaw – Missed the shot
Joel – Threw away the ball
Off the top of my head.. don’t want to think of more.
by amitp06 on Apr 26, 2009 9:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whole Blazers roster -- gave up 6 offensive rebounds on one possession
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
OK, fire Paul Allen. Sink this ship. Cats and dogs living together. Mass hysteria.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
for cats and dogs. Don’t worry there will be mass hysteria this week you just watch.
"Death is not final," Gita says. "If any man thinks that he slays, and if another thinks that he is slain, neither knows the truth. The Eternal in man cannot kill: the Eternal in man cannot die. The soul in man is neither born nor does it die. Weapons cannot cut it; fire cannot burn it; water cannot drown it.
The Bhagavad Gita
by Idog1976 on Apr 26, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nice
Ghostbusters reference.
"When I played, if you punched someone in the face, it only cost you 50 bucks" -- Maurice Lucas
by RipCity4Life on Apr 26, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can we sell to Steve Jobs? That would really help me to align a few things
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
steve jobs can right any wrong ship.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Those are facts, not opinions. He’s correct in saying that the whole roster had something to do with this loss, and he isn’t advocating firing or trading anybody.
The BEdger previously known as BR7formvp.
by L-TrainFTW! on Apr 26, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wasn’t really responding to him just pulling my hair out about the whole thing. Yes they are all facts and yes they make me irrational.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Weird.
I thought Blake played really well? 11, 8 and 1 TO seems like a very respectable game to me.
Guess it was that one turnover. Damn you Blake for having an 8:1 assist/TO ratio!111
by dropsies on Apr 26, 2009 9:43 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
+1
Blake is fine, doesn’t get the praise deserved when he has a good game and suffers extraordinarily high criticism when he has a sub-par performance. I think he has game and wears the Blazer uniform well. The only Blazer I don’t care for is Trout and not because of his missed late game 3-pointer. I don’t like how he constantly gives up open shots for crazy ass off balance fade-away jump shots with a defender or two on him and 2 or 3 hands in his face.
by IPIUIRIE on Apr 26, 2009 10:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i can't believe roy didn't win the game with that half court shot
by appel82 on Apr 26, 2009 9:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
if it was halfcourt, he would have
but it was 3/4 court, in traffic.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah thats what i meant
i was kidding
by appel82 on Apr 26, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
they were lucky Portland didn't have a timeout...
You know Roy would’ve hit it and walked off a winner.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
you mean like the play
where we had a timeout and gave it to roy and he drove and turned it over? :(
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's because it wasn't a buzzer beater...
too much time for Roy on the clock.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oden would have made that one. There is video proof.
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions 3 recs
I was watching Outlaw on defense in the 4th
His defensive rotations are just down right lazy or he is simple unaware of what’s happening around him. I wonder what’s his awareness rating in NBA 2K.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
on two of battier's threes
he was way late on the rotations. one from the right corner, one from the top of the key.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
wasnt that Roy on the rotation in the corner?
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I thought it was travis at the time
but I don’t have tivo or anything so I could be wrong.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I could be wrong too, I thought Roy didn't rotate that well and got destroyed by Artest on defense
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
really?
He played some fantastic defense in spurts. Artest was getting away with dragging his pivot foot. Hard to stop that in the lane.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the only time Artest scored it was when he took it to Roy, Outlaw played much better D
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
huh?
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Outlaw and Roy both played good D
Artest: 5-20
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
artest takes a lot of shot clock running out shots
how many FT did he shoot tonight?
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Outlaw did very well against Artest
He did struggle against Scola though, and he was late rotating a few times.
by trk on Apr 26, 2009 11:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
roy loses his man quite a bit im afraid
ignacio
by ignacio on Apr 26, 2009 9:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It was Travis at the top of the key, Blake in the corner
Travis was shading Yao on the first one. LMA came at Battier but was late. The second was off a scramble after an offensive rebound
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He gets jerked between “why don’t you rebound Travis?” and “why’d you leave your man Travis?”
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
both are legitimate concerns with him though
a guy with his athleticism and length should get more than 4.3 rebounds a game, period.
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No I agree. I might be imply that the seeming contradiction might short circuit the trav-nav. It you know what I mean.
by pxilpooshr on Apr 26, 2009 9:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm not going to judge Travis on his defense
We all know its bad…and its not going to change. I’m disappointed with his offense. With all the defensive attention LMA and Brandon have been getting, Travis should have been in position to be our top 2 scorers. He needed to make HOU pay for doubling LMA and Brandon the way Scola made us play. Sure he was 3rd leading scorer today for us…but guess what? Von Wafer scored nearly as many in about 1/2 the minutes.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
"We all know its bad" - Why? Because people here say so?
He’s played outstanding D on Artest in this series.
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
travis has KILLED us this series
he is reason #1 we arent up 3-1
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
On a positive note
I’m going to stretch my legs out now that there is more room on the bandwagon.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 9:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Enjoy it until the fall.
Or maybe the summer after a big trade.
by Timmay! on Apr 26, 2009 10:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've needed a good stretch lately. I'm looking forward to it.
The manic depression at the Bedge lately wears me out.
"Aneurysm".
When Outlaw wins a game on a last-second shot, it’s called an "annthefaneurysm". QualityPie
by annthefan on Apr 26, 2009 10:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What happens when we win the title?
I’m 6’2, gonna get squished.
"The brownies,'' Fernandez said after the game. "The brownies are good for me to make three-points.''
by Sabonis4Ever on Apr 26, 2009 10:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
sit by me...i'm small.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 10:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm 5'8", 125. I'll be a faint stain on the floorboards but I'll take one for the team.
"Aneurysm".
When Outlaw wins a game on a last-second shot, it’s called an "annthefaneurysm". QualityPie
by annthefan on Apr 26, 2009 10:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What did you all think about the no jump ball call?>
That was one of the most egregious calls of all.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 9:56 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
oh yeah that was really bad
but in all honesty, if roy had ripped it from him i’d be pumping my fist and saying, “hell yeah, I’m so glad they let the best man win in the playoffs!”
The Michael Ruffin of BlazersEdge, cuz Amlmart said so.
by BlazersOrBust on Apr 26, 2009 9:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that was a terrible terrible call
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Roy and Landry(?) came down with the ball, held it for a good three seconds
Landry finally ripped it away and traveled, ran into Blazer, was fouled.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why all the Blake hate for this game?
Blake had a very good game on both ends of the court-Brooks did nothing out there all night. I agree that we could use an upgrade at that spot, but he didn’t cost us the game tonight.
I do wish Nate would just let Oden stay in there and foul out if he’s going to. Seemed silly to yank him when he got his 5th and Pryz hadn’t got much of a rest. Greg needs to watch some tape of Joel playing D in the post-he’s a lot quieter with his play-not a lot of arm waving and obvious jostling that gets the refs attention.
by CT66 on Apr 26, 2009 9:57 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
because once again for about the 6th time this season
any decent player in there other than Blake and we win this game. His mistakes cost us a game.
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he made one mistake down the stretch that I recall
the slowup on the 4 on 2 break that became a turnover.
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he cannot.. i repeat CANNOT
shoot on the run. And of course he tried there at the end
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he can shoot on the run and has made 3s on the run
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
no he cant.
he should NEVER shoot when he isnt stationery.. finger rolls are ok, but jumpers on the move are not his forte
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think your alone on this one.
if he doesnt have his feet set, or its not a floater in the lane…
blake cant hit it.
CAN NOT.
anyone else wanna chime in here?
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I say he can because I've seen it
Please renumerate his mistakes (plural) that cost us the game? I’ll give you the first one: the ball tipped from behind on the break. Let’s hear the rest…
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the shot at the end of the shot clock when he should have passed to brandon
and SHOT ON THE RUN.. which of course he missed.
his continual reluctance to pass to Rudy when the guy hasnt missed all freakin series
everytime he is on the floor and isnt playing well, he tries to push it to make up for it. I love his ubercompetitiveness but it costs us, not only tonight but other nights as well. if he gets it with the clock running down and has to dribble, it might as well be frye out there.
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes he can, you can't out comment me buddy
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 10:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
are you enjoying this as much as I am
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 10:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I actually thought Blake had a nice game...
he certainly got the better of Brooks tonight.
by JasonT on Apr 26, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And Lowry
"its tough to play with one eye, unless you're a pirate." Delonte West
"una canasta a Pau en la cara" Rudy
by Honka Playboy on Apr 26, 2009 10:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
He was better than Brooks on both ends. His mistake was awful, but I don’t expect more from him. I expect more from Roy and LMA.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
if blake is the PG full time next year, the second round is the most we will ever make
i swear.. he is a fantastic backup but a D+ starter.
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blake makes critical mistakes
While he didn’t play all the bad, he wasn’t all that much of a positive impact. The big run in the 3rd quarter was fueled by Oden, LMA, Outlaw, Rudy, and Roy.
Life is not by chance. Basketball is life.
by blzrfan on Apr 26, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
because he's not (fill in the blank)
Tonight felt like the day you open the mail and receive an acceptance letter to your dream school: the University of Playoffs. - Ben Golliver, Apr 15 2009
by 22baylor on Apr 27, 2009 1:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Choose any player on the Rockets besides Yao
I’ll take Battier.. I don’t think there will be many disagreements after today.
by amitp06 on Apr 26, 2009 9:59 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
artest for our team
for anyone else, I would take Battier
then again if Brooks played all season like he did against us.. i would take him
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
really?
for Portland, you would take Artest over Battier? Why if I may ask?
How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009
by douglast on Apr 26, 2009 10:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
First
Toughness. He plays hard, he rebounds, he plays defense and like Battier is ok with being a 3rd/4th option.
Second. Intensity. Anyone who has watched this series knows that the Blazers are too soft. I know they hate hearing it, but this series was proof.
those are the main two. He is a great player who while maybe a bit crazy, brings exactly what we need.
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the Blazers need defense and shooting from the 3
not a guy that shoots 5-20
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Artest can hit a 3
Blazers need toughness. Also Artest doesnt shoot that much when he has someone to defer to. with Tmac gone he doesnt have anyone. that team is devoid of playmakers other than yao
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Battier can hit a three
and arguably plays better defense. He would be the perfect fit in Portland.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
doesnt bring the toughness to the team that we need
this is one of the rare times you and i disagree. but i think we need someone who can push people around
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
draft dejuan blair.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Has KP ever picked at our actual slot?
I’m pretty sure that has happened once in the first round: Oden.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Do we have the firepower to move up this year?
sergio and a #1 ?
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we have a lot of firepower
cap space, trade exception, cash, and four second round picks.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
trade exception expires the day of the draft correct?
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
expires at next year's trade deadline
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, one year from the acquisition
That stop and go by Roy is straight sick. I'm calling him "The Flu" from now on. - Wendell Maxey
by Norsktroll on Apr 26, 2009 10:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
touche fellas
well in that case… move up.. get us rubio!!
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
with all the poor postseason performances this year
all you want to trade is sergio? we are losing bc of our inexperience…getting younger wont help us in that department.
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 10:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
its not inexperience
its poor play and toughness
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
poor play as a result of execution and mental toughness
I got 6 years of playoff blue balls going on, and I'm ready to release. GO BLAZERS. ~Mortimer
by Philthyanimal on Apr 26, 2009 10:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
no shooting from 3
and probably better in a faster paced system.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Charlotte plays slow and he does pretty well there, we still have Martell, Rudy, Roy and Blake to shoot 3s
The guy is a beast, he’d might be our second best player right away
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 10:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I love love love Crash Wallace
but I really would rather go get a PG and stick with Batum/Webster.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he can also lock down both the 3 and 4 positions
I’d love it.
If we could somehow get “Captain” and “Crash” without giving up 7,12,52,88, 5 or 10, I’d do it.
by jksnake99 on Apr 26, 2009 10:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd rather have Kirk
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WALLACE
haha hes the better player!
by trailblazersfan on Apr 26, 2009 10:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
getting a SF
is eminently easier than getting a PG.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
drafting a PG is a crapshoot
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
so is wondering if Kirk will come back around
I like him and all but he is VERY expensive and I havent seen the 2007 Hirich at all the last two years
by GreatOden'sRaven on Apr 26, 2009 10:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hinrich has been incredible this year
42% from three, among the league leaders in defensive +/-.
draft dejuan blair
Yao Ming: "Over time, [Oden] can even go beyond the Magic’s Howard."
Pelton: "Always love Hinrich’s D. Nobody on the Blazers (or most teams) gets into people like he does."
by Cablinasian on Apr 26, 2009 10:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs