Re: General NBA Playoffs Thread now that the Stones are out

by **WhiteBoyHatcher** 2016-05-28, 22:41

I'm pulling pretty hard for GSW. I'm not feeling it. These dudes need to catch fire.

Day Day was great in the first half, needs to touch the ball more here and make plays on both ends. It's go time.

by **Death Roe** 2016-05-28, 23:01

Nut up or shut up, Dubs.

by **The Pantry** 2016-05-28, 23:08

I'm fine with OKC winning.

Thompson is on a tear

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:09

If Warriors lose to Thunder, Cavs Gunna take it easily in 5 or 6 games. Thunder are a 2 man hero ball crew. That has never beat Bron Bron and never will. They get destroyed by Lebron's teams every game. This year got crushed, Durant shooting like 8 for 29 and they are winning. Dumbfounding. Warriors making OKC look good by playing like dog shit.

by **The Pantry** 2016-05-28, 23:15

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:If Warriors lose to Thunder, Cavs Gunna take it easily in 5 or 6 games. Thunder are a 2 man hero ball crew. That has never beat Bron Bron and never will.

OKC is a different team than they were earlier in the season. Hope they kick Lebron's punk ass.

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:16

The Pantry wrote:
SpartanDawgs265 wrote:If Warriors lose to Thunder, Cavs Gunna take it easily in 5 or 6 games. Thunder are a 2 man hero ball crew. That has never beat Bron Bron and never will.
OKC is a different team than they were earlier in the season. Hope they kick Lebron's punk ass.

Are you watching the same game as me? Has any one shot the ball besides durant or westbrook? They are the exact same team as they have been for like 4 years now. No better. James harden roster was way better. Hero ball teams pose no threat to the King.

by **The Pantry** 2016-05-28, 23:19

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:
The Pantry wrote:
OKC is a different team than they were earlier in the season. Hope they kick Lebron's punk ass.

Are you watching the same game as me? Has any one shot the ball besides durant or westbrook? They are the exact same team as they have been for like 4 years now. No better. James harden roster was way better. Hero ball teams pose no threat to the King.

The Finals will be won with defense. Cleveland has none

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:23

Durant and Westbrook are shooting 10-26 and one 10-28. This is the Thunder. How the Warriors are losing right now is mind boggling. Thunder suck.

by **WhiteBoyHatcher** 2016-05-28, 23:23

This is a very entertaining game. I know a game is good if it makes me nervous and I have no real stake in it. I would like GSW to win but I'm not invested enough to really care. But I'm anxious as hell watching this.

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:25

The Pantry wrote:
SpartanDawgs265 wrote:

Are you watching the same game as me? Has any one shot the ball besides durant or westbrook? They are the exact same team as they have been for like 4 years now. No better. James harden roster was way better. Hero ball teams pose no threat to the King.
The Finals will be won with defense. Cleveland has none

Thats the point, when you play a team that doesn't pass the ball, any team can play trap and man defense. Cleveland lacks on rotating multiple tines to three point shooters. Durant and Westbrook will both jack up 30 shots a game like jackasses and get their ass kicked if they win this game somehow.

by **Death Roe** 2016-05-28, 23:27

Kind of hope LeBron loses another Finals, but I'm starting to think he's going to do it this year.

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:32

Pass the fucking ball you dumbfucks

by **Death Roe** 2016-05-28, 23:35

Klay is winning this game without a doubt.

Curry is too scattered still.

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:37

Talk about a melt down between WestFuck and Durfuck.

by **Death Roe** 2016-05-28, 23:39

This game will not help the talk of Durant and Westbrook being chokers. Wow.

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:40

This series is over. Westbrook's soul is gone.

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:42

Fuck you Westbrook and Fuck you Durant. You played like fucking pieces of shit. I hope you're both fucking happy.

by **WhiteBoyHatcher** 2016-05-28, 23:42

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:Calling it here, Warriors win game 7 in a blow out. This series is over. Westbrook soul is gone.

Way to go out on a limb.

by **Death Roe** 2016-05-28, 23:42

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:Calling it here, Warriors win game 7 in a blow out. This series is over. Westbrook soul is gone.

Really wish we got that Spurs/Dubs series instead of this.

by **Death Roe** 2016-05-28, 23:43

WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:
SpartanDawgs265 wrote:Calling it here, Warriors win game 7 in a blow out. This series is over. Westbrook soul is gone.

Way to go out on a limb.

Lol. He said it here first, folks!

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:45

WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:
SpartanDawgs265 wrote:Calling it here, Warriors win game 7 in a blow out. This series is over. Westbrook soul is gone.

Way to go out on a limb.

It was a joke. Everybody saying wow the thunder are good. They have been and always have been trash. Its a matter of who can play the least shittiest. They both are garbage right now TBH.

by **The Pantry** 2016-05-28, 23:46

OKC was really sloppy the last few minutes

by **steveschneider** 2016-05-28, 23:49

Death Roe wrote:Is it bad for me to kinda want OKC to win? I love Day Day with all my heart, but the weirdos over on tCock GSW thread are making me not want them to win.

Yes. Man if you are letting a message board dictate who you root for that's bad. You gotta stay true to your self.

by **WhiteBoyHatcher** 2016-05-28, 23:52

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:
WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:

Way to go out on a limb.

It was a joke. Everybody saying wow the thunder are good. They have been and always have been trash. Its a matter of who can play the least shittiest. They both are garbage right now TBH.

I will attempt to have a real conversation with you because I'm currently under the influence of poison.

I disagree. These are two really, REALLY good teams. OKC is really good because they have two of the most athletically gifted, freak athletes in the game. And when push comes to shove in the playoffs, it's really hard for anyone to match up with that. Cleveland will have issues with those two guys, just like any team in the league would.

GSW is really good because they have a lot of guys who can make buckets from anywhere, and a glue guy like Draymond.

Game 7 is gonna be awesome.

I think either of these teams will take Cleveland in 5 or 6.

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:54

steveschneider wrote:
Death Roe wrote:Is it bad for me to kinda want OKC to win? I love Day Day with all my heart, but the weirdos over on tCock GSW thread are making me not want them to win.

Yes. Man if you are letting a message board dictate who you root for that's bad. You gotta stay true to your self.

Hi Steve! I just phone banked 20,000 calls and donated my girlfriend's kid's college tuition to Bernie Sanders. Will you match me?

by Guest 2016-05-28, 23:57

WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:
SpartanDawgs265 wrote:

It was a joke. Everybody saying wow the thunder are good. They have been and always have been trash. Its a matter of who can play the least shittiest. They both are garbage right now TBH.

I will attempt to have a real conversation with you because I'm currently under the influence of poison.

I disagree. These are two really, REALLY good teams. OKC is really good because they have two of the most athletically gifted, freak athletes in the game. And when push comes to shove in the playoffs, it's really hard for anyone to match up with that. Cleveland will have issues with those two guys, just like any team in the league would.

GSW is really good because they have a lot of guys who can make buckets from anywhere, and a glue guy like Draymond.

Game 7 is gonna be awesome.

I think either of these teams will take Cleveland in 5 or 6.

General NBA Playoffs Thread now that the Stones are out - Page 6 502811600

Warriors were down 2-1 with just Lebron playing hero ball. Warriors do have a chance unlike OKC to beat Cleveland but it's very small. Cavs can outshoot the Warriors. Keep dreaming. Dream big!

by **WhiteBoyHatcher** 2016-05-29, 00:04

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:
WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:

I will attempt to have a real conversation with you because I'm currently under the influence of poison.

I disagree. These are two really, REALLY good teams. OKC is really good because they have two of the most athletically gifted, freak athletes in the game. And when push comes to shove in the playoffs, it's really hard for anyone to match up with that. Cleveland will have issues with those two guys, just like any team in the league would.

GSW is really good because they have a lot of guys who can make buckets from anywhere, and a glue guy like Draymond.

Game 7 is gonna be awesome.

I think either of these teams will take Cleveland in 5 or 6.

Warriors were down 2-1 with just Lebron playing hero ball. Warriors do have a chance unlike OKC to beat Cleveland but it's very small. Cavs can outshoot the Warriors. Keep dreaming. Dream big!

If you are a Pistons fan....what is with your Cavs love?

by Guest 2016-05-29, 00:07

WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:
SpartanDawgs265 wrote:

Warriors were down 2-1 with just Lebron playing hero ball. Warriors do have a chance unlike OKC to beat Cleveland but it's very small. Cavs can outshoot the Warriors. Keep dreaming. Dream big!

If you are a Pistons fan....what is with your Cavs love?

I'm kind of gay for BRON BRON TBH. My gayness began when I had court side seats from 2000-2009. One playoff game he dropped 28 IN A ROW on us to beat us. Luckily we won a championship before he got too good.

by **steveschneider** 2016-05-29, 00:09

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:
steveschneider wrote:

Yes. Man if you are letting a message board dictate who you root for that's bad. You gotta stay true to your self.

Hi Steve! I just phone banked 20,000 calls and donated my girlfriend's kid's college tuition to Bernie Sanders. Will you match me?

Am I having a reoccurring nightmare or is this idiot unbanned?

by Guest 2016-05-29, 00:11

by **WhiteBoyHatcher** 2016-05-29, 00:33

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:
WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:

If you are a Pistons fan....what is with your Cavs love?

I'm kind of gay for BRON BRON TBH. My gayness began when I had court side seats from 2000-2009. One playoff game he dropped 28 IN A ROW on us to beat us. Luckily we won a championship before he got too good.

Definitely remember that game. That was the Lebron that I pretty much assumed would take over the NBA for the next decade +. Dominant. Balls. Give me the ball.

That's not who he has become, though, and that's why I don't really care for him. He was basically anointed after that series. He's been a prima-donna ever since. Don't get me wrong, I understand why. He's been hailed as the next coming of Jesus since he was on the cover of SI as a 17 year old, and his skill and game has measured up at every step since, unlike others who have been similarly identified as the next coming.

But objectively, something is missing with the guy. I guess I'm old school but honestly imo if you paired that guy's skillset with Bird, Magic, Zeke or MJ's mentality I just think you could shut down the conversation about the GOAT.

I still don't think he understands why "the Decision" came across as poorly as it did. It seems he cares more about his brand and being a global icon than he does about winning championships.

That's just my take. And honestly, he is good/talented enough to continue to win championships without that killer instinct.

I need another bottle of poison.

by Guest 2016-05-29, 00:38

WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:
SpartanDawgs265 wrote:

I'm kind of gay for BRON BRON TBH. My gayness began when I had court side seats from 2000-2009. One playoff game he dropped 28 IN A ROW on us to beat us. Luckily we won a championship before he got too good.

Definitely remember that game. That was the Lebron that I pretty much assumed would take over the NBA for the next decade +. Dominant. Balls. Give me the ball.

That's not who he has become, though, and that's why I don't really care for him. He was basically anointed after that series. He's been a prima-donna ever since. Don't get me wrong, I understand why. He's been hailed as the next coming of Jesus since he was on the cover of SI as a 17 year old, and his skill and game has measured up at every step since, unlike others who have been similarly identified as the next coming.

But objectively, something is missing with the guy. I guess I'm old school but honestly imo if you paired that guy's skillset with Bird, Magic, Zeke or MJ's mentality I just think you could shut down the conversation about the GOAT.

I still don't think he understands why "the Decision" came across as poorly as it did. It seems he cares more about his brand and being a global icon than he does about winning championships.

That's just my take. And honestly, he is good/talented enough to continue to win championships without that killer instinct.

I need another bottle of poison.

I hear ya, I understand. I just grew up watching him in person so he felt like MJ to me (only watched him on tv when little). Ever since then, been a fan of him. Let's face it though, Lebron is 100 times the person MJ ever was or will be. Decision was not a wise choice but he is a model human being in a world full of dumb asses. Not really a fan of the Cavs per say, could care less if Kyrie or Love got a title.

by **Turtleneck** 2016-05-29, 00:50

WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:
SpartanDawgs265 wrote:

I'm kind of gay for BRON BRON TBH. My gayness began when I had court side seats from 2000-2009. One playoff game he dropped 28 IN A ROW on us to beat us. Luckily we won a championship before he got too good.

Definitely remember that game. That was the Lebron that I pretty much assumed would take over the NBA for the next decade +. Dominant. Balls. Give me the ball.

That's not who he has become, though, and that's why I don't really care for him. He was basically anointed after that series. He's been a prima-donna ever since. Don't get me wrong, I understand why. He's been hailed as the next coming of Jesus since he was on the cover of SI as a 17 year old, and his skill and game has measured up at every step since, unlike others who have been similarly identified as the next coming.

But objectively, something is missing with the guy. I guess I'm old school but honestly imo if you paired that guy's skillset with Bird, Magic, Zeke or MJ's mentality I just think you could shut down the conversation about the GOAT.

I still don't think he understands why "the Decision" came across as poorly as it did. It seems he cares more about his brand and being a global icon than he does about winning championships.

That's just my take. And honestly, he is good/talented enough to continue to win championships without that killer instinct.

I need another bottle of poison.

Stephen A. has been running around saying LeBron is out right after he wins a championship in Cleveland. Says he will return to Miami; is only in Cleveland to deliver a championship as promised before bouncing back to South Beach. That would be crazy.

by **WhiteBoyHatcher** 2016-05-29, 01:03

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:
WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:

Definitely remember that game. That was the Lebron that I pretty much assumed would take over the NBA for the next decade +. Dominant. Balls. Give me the ball.

That's not who he has become, though, and that's why I don't really care for him. He was basically anointed after that series. He's been a prima-donna ever since. Don't get me wrong, I understand why. He's been hailed as the next coming of Jesus since he was on the cover of SI as a 17 year old, and his skill and game has measured up at every step since, unlike others who have been similarly identified as the next coming.

But objectively, something is missing with the guy. I guess I'm old school but honestly imo if you paired that guy's skillset with Bird, Magic, Zeke or MJ's mentality I just think you could shut down the conversation about the GOAT.

I still don't think he understands why "the Decision" came across as poorly as it did. It seems he cares more about his brand and being a global icon than he does about winning championships.

That's just my take. And honestly, he is good/talented enough to continue to win championships without that killer instinct.

I need another bottle of poison.

I hear ya, I understand. I just grew up watching him in person so he felt like MJ to me (only watched him on tv when little). Ever since then, been a fan of him. Let's face it though, Lebron is 100 times the person MJ ever was or will be. Decision was not a wise choice but he is a model human being in a world full of dumb asses. Not really a fan of the Cavs per say, could care less if Kyrie or Love got a title.

Fair.

Torn a bit between watching those assassins when I was a kid and realizing as an adult that I care about how they act off the court/field. Lebron seems to be a good citizen. I just have a bit of a bias/issue with today's culture.

by **The Pantry** 2016-05-29, 03:11

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:
WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:

If you are a Pistons fan....what is with your Cavs love?

I'm kind of gay for BRON BRON TBH. My gayness began when I had court side seats from 2000-2009. One playoff game he dropped 28 IN A ROW on us to beat us. Luckily we won a championship before he got too good.

Your gayness started in 2000? Lebron wasn't drafted until 2003, just before Dumards picked Darko instead of Melo, Bosh, Wade, etc

by Guest 2016-05-29, 06:34

Steve Kerr: "The beauty of Steph and Klay is they walk that line between lethal and crazy."

by **Death Roe** 2016-05-29, 08:58

SpartanDawgs265 wrote:
WhiteBoyHatcher wrote:

I will attempt to have a real conversation with you because I'm currently under the influence of poison.

I disagree. These are two really, REALLY good teams. OKC is really good because they have two of the most athletically gifted, freak athletes in the game. And when push comes to shove in the playoffs, it's really hard for anyone to match up with that. Cleveland will have issues with those two guys, just like any team in the league would.

GSW is really good because they have a lot of guys who can make buckets from anywhere, and a glue guy like Draymond.

Game 7 is gonna be awesome.

I think either of these teams will take Cleveland in 5 or 6.

Warriors were down 2-1 with just Lebron playing hero ball. Warriors do have a chance unlike OKC to beat Cleveland but it's very small. Cavs can outshoot the Warriors. Keep dreaming. Dream big!

The Cavs will not outshoot the Warriors. You're looking at a few Toronto games and thinking they will match what the Dubs have done THE ENTIRE SEASON.

I'm not trying to get into an argument with you, but I can tell you'll take it that way.

by **Death Roe** 2016-05-29, 09:05

Either way, this Finals should be much better than last season. It will probably go 7 games.

by **Other Teams Pursuing That** 2016-05-29, 18:45

Other Teams Pursuing That wrote:Game blouses. Not series.

Bump.

by Guest 2016-06-08, 15:22

A Pair of Kings and a Trump

In 2012, Gilbert had said that the big lesson he learned from James' departure in 2010 was to never let a player have that much leverage over his franchise again. But coming out of that meeting with James' agents, Gilbert thought back to the call he'd gotten from Michigan State coach Tom Izzo at the end of the first round of the 2012 NBA draft. Izzo had told him, "You gotta take my guy." The Cavs had two second-round picks, and Izzo was calling Gilbert, a Michigan State guy, to tell him that Draymond Green was the real deal. "I still wake up in the middle of the night in a cold sweat that we didn't take him," Gilbert says of Green, who torched the Cavs for 28 points in the Warriors' 110-77 win in Game 2 of the Finals. "I didn't listen to my gut."

This time Gilbert's gut was telling him to get over himself and do whatever it took to get LeBron back. And if he's being really honest, he says today, he respected the chutzpah behind LeBron's demands: "Yeah, because it's smart. When you're a player, you got X amount of years. That's it. Actually, if you look at it, just from the way the cap works and the TV money ... They knew about [the projected spike in the salary cap in] 2017. So really it makes economic sense to keep signing 1-and-1s."

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