The Official NBA Thread 2011-12

[hizzle?]

Is is true that A.I is broke?

As much as Antoine Walker.

 

[tHuG $TyLe]

A.I is open to play in the D Leagues? I hope he doesn't actually think he can walk into an NBA starting line up.

He's still my favourite player though

 

[Flipmo]

Also, my University is not there haha. But they decided not to participate in that survey.

Same, Concordia didn't join in I believe.

 

[Kobe]

I can't believe it about A.I. I guess only they know what they do with all that money after tax.

Finally up to date with my NBA highlights.

- The depleted Bulls got exposed by the Nets last night.
- Whats up with the jerseys NOLA and Memphis have been rocking this week? Horrible.
- I still don't believe Lakers have the championship credentials. A lot of talk going round that they have 'found' their offense after beating the Suns. Lets see how they play tonight.
- I don't like the Air Jordan 2012 (along with the last 3 editions). Looks like a 'team' Jordan more than anything.

 

[Kobe]

Knicks back to winning ways. I don't like the 'Linsanity' knickname (excuse the pun). 'King of New York' is more like it Anyhoo with regard to the espn fiasco about Lin e.g.

They said:

We have engaged in a thorough review of all three and have taken the following action:
• The ESPN employee responsible for our Mobile headline has been dismissed.
• The ESPNEWS anchor has been suspended for 30 days.
• The radio commentator is not an ESPN employee.

 

[Flipmo]

28 pts, 14 assists & 5 steals for the day.

 

[hizzle?]

With 7 turnovers in 46 minutes of play..

Can't really blame him, his coach wants him to take risks...

 

[Ristol]

I liked what Wilbon and Magic were saying at half time. "These Knicks are gonna be a very tough out in the playoffs. They have all the pieces. Chicago and Miami better get it together." Also the J.R. Smith pickup was enormous. He did a great job on Dirk down the stretch today. Guy is fiery.

 

[Rukas]

It's really amazing how the Knicks have come together. Even with Amare and Melo I thought they would struggle but they've built such a strong and dynamic team now.

If Chicago doesnt win the Championship I hope it's the Knicks.

 

[Flipmo]

Novak coming on did a big difference as well. Dude was rainman once he hit the court.

 

[Ristol]

Novak coming on did a big difference as well. Dude was rainman once he hit the court.

Yeah. Novak is the definition of a one-dimensional player. He's a knockdown three point shooter. He only makes sense when Lin is in the game, because Lin finds him in the right spot. Another side-effect of Linsanity: Novakane.

 

[roaches]

51 for Kevin Durant while getting manhandled in the 4th. 51 and he hasn't figured out how to create his own shot yet. And he's 23. What's he gonna be like in 5 years?

 

[roaches]

I like what the Pistons are doing. Not playing well enough to matter, but well enough to make sure Joe Dumars doesn't get another top 3 pick to waste.

 

[ARon]

I'm still not sure if this will be okc's year. They need to play better as a squad. Down the stretch not many can hang with them between Durant, Westbrook, and the occasional 3 by harden. It's just too much 1 on 1 basketball. I just don't know if that'll put em over a Miami or Chicago.

 

[S O F I]

It's Miami's year.

 

[roaches]

I'm still not sure if this will be okc's year. They need to play better as a squad. Down the stretch not many can hang with them between Durant, Westbrook, and the occasional 3 by harden. It's just too much 1 on 1 basketball. I just don't know if that'll put em over a Miami or Chicago.

You realize you're implying that the West is already theirs, right? Integrating Harden would be nice but I think their defense is a bigger issue than one on one play. The Heat's offense last year was worse-structured than OKC's (at least Russell and KD have different skill sets) and they were a handful of points away from a title. Denver has the most efficient offense in the league over the past two years but no one who can put the team on their back. Who would you bet on?

 

[Ristol]

It's Miami's year.

Till it matters.

 

[ARon]

You realize you're implying that the West is already theirs, right? Integrating Harden would be nice but I think their defense is a bigger issue than one on one play. The Heat's offense last year was worse-structured than OKC's (at least Russell and KD have different skill sets) and they were a handful of points away from a title. Denver has the most efficient offense in the league over the past two years but no one who can put the team on their back. Who would you bet on?

I know. They are the strongest team in the West at the moment. I wouldn't be surprised if San Antonio or even Denver won the conference but my guess is okc at the moment, knowing there is a lot that can happen.

The thing about the nuggets is that an efficient offense is good but in the playoffs when you need a bucket with minimal possessions left who will they go to? Andre Miller and Ty Lawson didn't do it at all against okc. When galo is healthy he is a decent go to but will you be that confident in him? If they get Chandler back that could help but still not that killer. At least they got Afflalo to play good d on whoever is taking shots for the other team. Denver will be very hard to beat in a series, I just have no confidence in them.

The thing about Miami and Chicago is they play really good team d. Okc can score with anyone but they can't depend on Ibaka so much. Ibaka is arguably the best shot blocker in the league, but their perimeter d lacks. An extra pass or two can take Ibaka out of the way as well. It's crazy how much notoriety Harden doesnt have. He is such a good defender, you take him off that team and all things fall apart.

 

[ARon]

It's Miami's year.

I so hope that an NY or Philly knock them out of the playoffs

 

[Ristol]

Insane to say this, but it's true: Melo and Amar'e are really holding NYK back.