Tonight's Game: Chicago Bulls at Orlando Magic
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 12:44 PM EST
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Chicago Bulls at Orlando Magic, Nov 3, 2008 7:00 PM EST
| 2008/2009 NBA Regular Season | ||
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| 2-1 | 1-2 | |
| November 3rd, 2008 | ||
| Amway Arena | ||
| 7:00 PM | ||
| Sun Sports | ||
| Probable starters: | ||
| Derrick Rose | PG | Jameer Nelson |
| Thabo Sefolosha | SG | Mickael Pietrus |
| Luol Deng | SF | Hedo Turkoglu |
| Tyrus Thomas | PF | Rashard Lewis |
| Drew Gooden | C | Dwight Howard |
UPDATE: Brian Schmitz reports J.J. Redick went to the spa yesterday to unwind and clear his head. Redick has missed all 8 of his field-goal attempts this season. If he goes bananas tonight, we have his masseuse to thank, do we not?
Keep discussing the Iverson-to-the-Pistons blockbuster in this FanShot.
If the Chicago Bulls' starting lineup looks unimposing, that's because it is. Apart from the rookie star Derrick Rose and the underrated Luol Deng, there isn't anyone truly scary in that starting five. Really, Drew Gooden and his ugly beard starting at center? That's the best the Bulls and their new coach, Vinny Del Negro, could do?
Actually, no, and that's the point: the Bulls' bench is ridiculously potent. Kirk Hinrich and Ben Gordon provide gobs of scoring in relief of Rose and the defensive-minded Thabo Sefolosha, while Andres Nocioni and Joakim Noah provide energy and difference-making hustle plays. As Brian Schmitz explains, the Magic don't have any hustle guys on their bench. And it's the play of that heretofore anemic bench that may decide whether or not the Magic win tonight. From John Denton:
Through three games, Orlando's top five scorers are all starters. In 202 minutes of action, the bench has given the Magic just 39 points. [J.J.] Redick has yet to make a shot in eight tries and Marcin Gortat was pulled from his one stint on the floor, while [Courtney] Lee and [Brian] Cook have yet to see game action.
By comparison, Chicago's reserves are averaging 38 points a game through three games. Hinrich was bumped to the bench after the Bulls drafted budding star Derrick Rose (18.3 ppg.) with the No. 1 pick and Gordon returned to his role as a sparkplug reserve.
If the Magic are unable to build a big lead against the Bulls' starters, they might find themselves 1-3 before the night is over. I don't have any confidence in the Magic's bench's being able to outplay the Bulls', which is why it's imperative that the starters are all locked-in tonight.
If there's anything that swings in the Magic's favor, it's their advantage at the power positions. Tyrus Thomas and Joakim Noah record blocks and rebounds, but their man-to-man defense isn't always superb, and they're going to need to play out of their gourds if they hope to stop Dwight Howard. And it's not as though they're going to get back on offense what they give up on defense. Neither player is an offensive weapon, meaning Dwight should once again feel free to roam the paint for weak-side rejections. Hopefully he'll be able to welcome Rose to the league with at least one signature swat.
The tip's at 7. Check out BlogABull for more on Chicago. Go Magic.
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Not worried. Magic win.
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 3:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Edit: Magic Crush
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 3:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Though Marc Stein seems to think the Bulls are the better team...
lol not to mention the Pacers are ahead of us. Whatever, it’s what we deserve for getting beat by Atlanta and Memphis. Still a joke though.
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 3:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
This could be a bad matchup for Orlando, I won’t be shocked win or lose.
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 4:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Rose will get his … but the Magic should win.
Contributing Writer for DePaul's Scout.com website.
Class of 2009 - DePaul University
by erivera7 on Nov 3, 2008 5:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I wish Jameer and Anthony a lot of luck
Because they’re going to need it to keep Rose from getting to the rim.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 6:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
hah, they’re going to need more than luck. I saw Rose in a pre-season game up here in Chicago and, he can pretty much go to the basket at will already. I don’t see how Jameer or A.J. will do anything to change that.
Should be fun to watch, though.
Contributing Writer for DePaul's Scout.com website.
Class of 2009 - DePaul University
by erivera7 on Nov 3, 2008 6:21 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Jameer drills a three to start the game
Very nice. He needs to get it going offensively.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Pietrus gives it back
Fouls Gooden on a layup. Drew makes the and-one.
Can’t afford for Pietrus to get in foul trouble.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:14 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Magic give up 7 straight points
Then Dwight gets called for a three-second violation.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Odd stat
Tyrus Thomas just blocked Dwight Howard’s shot. It was the 10th time this season Dwight’s had his shot blocked. He’s only missed 15 shots this season. So, uh, 66.7% of his misses are due to blocks.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Jameer ties the game at 9 with a layup
Thanks to a Pietrus swat. Defense!
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Keith Bogans is the first two-guard off the bench
After Pietrus picks up his second foul.
J.J. Redick might get his first DNP-CD of the season tonight. Oh well. It was nice while it lasted.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Aaron Gray off the bench for Chicago
He’s not a bad player, but he has no chance of stopping Dwight. Too slow.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Bulls lead, 16-14, prompting the Magic to call timeout. 5:32 remaining in the first.
Dwight’s the only bright spot for Orlando, with 9 points and 5 rebounds. Turkoglu is 0-for-4 from the field, and Lewis has only taken one shot.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Get that junk out of here!
This guy is doing it all!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:25 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wow, Rose is looking good
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:26 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
What happened to JJ?
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:26 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
We have the same Turk this year. Good to know
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:27 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Oh, if he makes that JJ would be as good as burried
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
What in the??? CLee!!!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The Magic's two-guard rotation goes to 11.
Did you see what I did there?
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:29 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
errr?
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oh man, I take all the negative stuff back about Bogans. Love it!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Bogans
Bogans has just cemented his rotation spot ahead of Redick… 7 points off the bench already!
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 7:31 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Stan may feel sorry for JJ, but he is going to do what is best for this team.
JJ=Epic failure
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
27-21, Orlando leads, with 2:26 remaining in the first quarter. Bulls call timeout.
Bogans has 7 points in 4 minutes. Dude’s winning his P.T. back.
The lineup for Orlando before the timeout was Nelson, Lee, Bogans, Turkoglu, and Howard. The lineup for Chicago before the timeout was Rose, Hinrich, Deng, Nocioni, and Gray. I expect that much to change.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Magic bench...
has outscored the Bulls bench 7-5 so far… how long is that going to last I wonder
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 7:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Dwight could score 40 tonight!!
The Bulls have no answer for him
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 7:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
CLee is the answer. I'm excited here!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Turk to Dwight for the alley-oop. And-one opportunity.
I love when Turk throws lobs.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
lol, nice pass
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:34 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yikes, but keep shooting em big guy
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:34 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Courtney Lee is guarding Ben Gordon.
Welcome to the league, rook.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:34 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Lee looked good in that drive
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The Bulls' centers have already accumulated 4 fouls
Gooden and Gray have two apiece.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The defense has looked better with Bogans in and Rose out
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
lol
I was actually trying to give Bogans props, until I realized that Nelson and Rose where out of the game.
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:39 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Magic score the last 13 points of the period.
And the Bulls went cold from the field.
I like the effort so far. Keep it up.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:39 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Beautifully run defensive set there against Chicago
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
so someone remind me again...
…why we kept JJ and let Keyon go?
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 7:39 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Not sure about J.J., but I know we couldn't afford to keep Keyon.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
You're one of the few, I fear.
I still like him… but he’s stunk like nobody’s business this year.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
lol I know
I’m a lone dissenter.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 7:50 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Very encouraging first quarter!
Magic are shooting 11 of 24 from the floor and are outrebounding the Bulls 16-13. Bulls are only shooting 9 of 24 and have 5 turnovers to 3 for the Magic.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 7:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
"Lee is 0-2 from the field. BENCH HIM!!! BUST!!!"
Whoops, I take that back. I confused myself for a Duke fan.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
lol, Gordon trying to score on Lewis
He’s giving up about 7 inches…. but he scored anyway.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Hmm, but he brings more energy. Lee that is. I thinjk he'll have a longer leash.
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:43 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Battie's in the game
Where the heck is Marcin Gortat? He hasn’t played since Opening Night.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:43 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
That is bull, that should have counted! Lewis is the man!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
what about that bench
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Andres Nocioni and Keith Bogans have words
Not quite as epic as Redick vs. Vujacic, but still cool.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Nocioni was just playing
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Magic gone cold from the field
Just 11-for-28.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:46 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wow, this is a whole new Bogans.
lol at Lee, he caught a case of the JJ’s
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Bulls announcers just commented about how well the Magic spacing is on offense.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 7:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
So far I'm happy
esp. with how we’re playing. Keep the energy up and the mistakes low, and I think we can go into halftime with a decent lead.
I shall now go knock on some wood.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 7:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Pietrus is the game with 2 fouls
… and he promptly drills a three.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 7:52 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Magic 5 of 12 on threes so far
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 7:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Peaches is feeling it these last two games
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
That is bull crap!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The refs hate Peaches
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 7:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Magic have an 8/4 assist/turnover ratio so far, while the Bulls are only 3/8.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 7:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Put in Bogans
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Uh-oh...
Gordon’s heating up and the Bulls have scored 13 of the last 15 points.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
17 point lead down to 6
The team had a chance to kill off the game and threw it away. Disappointing.
by NBR on Nov 3, 2008 8:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
"Disappointment" is the best word to describe the season so far.
Only 3.5 games in, though.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:04 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Magic clinging to a 50-47 lead
And Jameer clanks a jumper for the second straight possession.
Ugh.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:09 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Dwight gets his 10th rebound of the half at the buzzer
But the Magic lead by only 3 points.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wow, refs played a huge role in that half. I hate to say it, but it's true
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:12 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I agree
There were some dicey calls.
I would also like to announce at this point that I hate the 3 second rule.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:12 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
both :-/
I just feel like it limits the actual playing time. Plus, it gives more power to the refs, whom I hate as well.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I like the offensive rule, but not the defensive one
Either let teams play zone defense or don’t. None of this halvsies stuff.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:15 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
It’s so unbalanced either way. The refs seem to constantly call it against Dwight, but rarely against the opposite team. /bias
I dunno, I just really dislike that rule. Just let ’em play ball, man!!
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Magic shot just 7 of 23 from the floor in the second… 18 of 47 for the game.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
A lot of that is Nelson laying Bricks. I don't know what is wrong with him.
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Let the Bulls hang around …. still they should come out and win the game in the second half.
The Magic are clearly the far superior basketball team
by NBR on Nov 3, 2008 8:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
A positive point is the play of our bench. Battie and Bogans have done great.
Lee and AJ could do better
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sure a few calls were questionable, but...
the Magic have shot 15 free throws to 6 for the Bulls… Bulls had 13 personal fouls for the half, the Magic 9 personal fouls.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
It when the call happen and on whom. That blocking foul on peaches was bull crap
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Pietrus and Peaches are homophones.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:17 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
lol, speak in plain english man!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I knew what you meant....
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:19 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
lmao
word that sounds like another, but is spelled differently
i.e., whether/weather, aisle/isle, etc
And that concludes our English lesson for the evening.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
hmmm...don't sound that similar to me
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
It's a bit of a stretch.
I’d just as soon call him Air France.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:19 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Too bad he's not a PG
“Petri dishes to Howard in the post….”
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:21 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
He calls himself Peaches... (can you nickname yourself?)
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:21 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I call myself Mrs Consuela Bananahammock all the time, so...yeah
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I call myself Eyriq the Red, and I rule
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:23 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
According to Kobe Bryant, you can
The self-proclaimed Black Mamba and Doberman.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The Doberman does suit him though
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:24 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Love the 10 offensive boards for Orlando
Excellent, excellent, excellent.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The Magic bench is hanging in there so far, only being outscored 17-13 by the Bulls’ bench.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Dwight and Keith: 9-of-18 for 26 points. Rest of team: 9-of-29, 24 points.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Keith's really trying for that first off the bench spot
At this point, he looks like the better option :-/
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:17 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Finally found the game online. It’s a crappy feed but it’s the best I got in S.C.
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 8:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
That's a heck of a stat line for Bogans for a half
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yeah, may have knocked JJ out of the rotation until he cools off
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 8:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
J.J. knocked himself out of the rotation.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:24 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I guess, it’s a long season though
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 8:25 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
That's a great line for Bogans in a week.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Although he never should have been a starter, he is pretty good for how much he gets paid.
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 8:23 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Magic are getting outshot...
46% to 38% from the floor. Magic better pick up their percentage in the second half!
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I don't get this trend of us not shooting well. Last year and in the preseason we were excellent
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:25 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Wonder if Courtney Lee will see PT in the second half...
after a miserable first half where he shot 0 for 5.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:26 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
They need to give some PT to Cook
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
not a bad idea...
Last year Cook gave the Magic a spark off the bench for a few games.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:27 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Rose with the jumper
1-point game, Bulls have the ball.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Jameer hits the J after the Bulls go under the screen
Go ahead and leave him open, guys.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I like that penetratoin by Nelson into the key. He is so much more effective from there
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:29 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
that's what she said
Sorry sorry, couldn’t help it.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:30 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ewww, I like this side of you, lol
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely
Do that Steve Nash thing where you drive the lane but don’t pick up your dribble…
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:30 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Turk and Lewis feed off each other, hopefully Lewis will follow suit... or what they said on tv, lol
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
They really, really don't have an answer for Dwight
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 8:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Teams that have an answer for Dwight:
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oops
I swear I typed “Houston” when I wrote that comment initially.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:33 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
except to keep doubling/triple teaming him
He gets frustrated then, when he doesn’t get calls.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
His passing has been much better though.
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:31 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I do enjoy how the list of teams that have no answer for Dwight gets longer every season. I thought Memphis was on that list.
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 8:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Turk finally connects on a 3-pointer.
Keep it up, y’all.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:31 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Air France!!!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Your right, much better than "Peaches", unless we get a white pg that is
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:34 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
*you're*
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:34 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Sweet Lew!!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:35 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
lol at that pass! We need to end all talk of trading Hedo right now
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I want to see Gortat play, until then this game will remain shallow
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:36 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
thanks to hot shooting and careless turnovers by the Bulls.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Rose, welcome to the D12 playground
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
What are the chances he makes the all star team this year?
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:38 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Tough to handicap
Garnett and James start at the forwards, that’s a given. Pierce and Bosh will probably get the coaches’ votes, so that doesn’t leave much room for Lewis.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:39 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oh snap, Air France was about to drop and nuke
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:39 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
What about this guys free throw shooting? Suprise suprise
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:39 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Big surprise
He’s at, like, 67% for his career… and around 90% this season. I don’t get it.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Bulls announcers are commenting that the Magic are falling in love too much with the three point shot… that they should use their size advantage more.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
lol at Shard trying for that and 1
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
omg, gay call on Pietrus
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
dude, that was a big time charge, Gooden set his feet perfectly
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 8:42 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Whatever, bull lover
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
That's Mr. Eyriq the Red to you
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:45 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
omg, gay stupid call on Pietrus
Fixed that for ya.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
sorry, I'm not of the politically correct crowd
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:07 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Damn, Gordon lead the last comeback
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Pietrus needs to wake up a bit
Yeah he’s in foul trouble, so he hasn’t played as much, but dude doesn’t have any rebounds tonight. C’mon.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The lack of rebounds are disconcerting. I'm hoping it's just a thing
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 8:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Is Nocioni going to carve us up with open jumpers for the rest fo the night?
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 8:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Probably
He’s the sort of scrub who usually kills us.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 8:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Luol Deng hasn't scored a single point so far...
but the Bulls only trail by eight entering the fourth.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The Bulls bench...
has 33 points now to 15 points for the Magic bench… but the Magic starters are playing much better than the Bulls starters, outscoring them 61-35.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
our bench is as deep as a kiddie pool :(
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 8:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The Bulls announcers are really surprised Redick has yet to play tonight… they’re wondering why Lee has seen PT instead of Redick.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 8:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Nocione is incredibly annoying.
Due for a smack, I say.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I don't have sound
What was Hedo complaining about?
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 9:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yep...still hatin' Nocioni or however you spell it
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Dwight needs to stop with the goaltending B.S.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
he really wants his blocks
to be fair, I think one or two of them have been legitimate
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Anthony Johnson for 3?!?!!
I’ll take it.
Hinrich answers with a three-point airball.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I like Johnson :3
Brings some needed leadership to the team.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I like Johnson minus the shot attempts
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:06 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
still better than Redick hahahahaha
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:07 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
ummm, ok
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
sorry, little doped up on cold medicine :(
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:09 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
or just a little bit of a dope? lol
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Good three from AJ...Now put in Nelson
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Classic Drew Gooden
moving pick. brainfart.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:09 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Lewis might get a double-double
Just tipped-in a Jameer miss for his 9th rebound.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
If Howard can get 5 more boards...
he’ll have a 20/20 game.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:12 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
That is the Jameer that I know and love
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
All five Magic starters in double figures...
plus Bogans off the bench.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
D12 is serious about this block buisness
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Turk has a very slim shot at getting a cheap 10-10-10 triple-double
He needs 3 rebounds and 4 assists to do it. Unlikely, but still possible.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:19 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Make that 4 rebounds and 3 assists
Fact check on aisle 3…. fact check on aisle 3…
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Nocioni...
the guy you love to hate… unless he’s on your team.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
We could use a player like Nocioni
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I hate rooting for dudes like that
I mean, yeah, toughness/hustle, that’s nice and all. But you don’t have to be a goon. Bo did all that in his prime and he didn’t cheap-shot people like Noce does.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:21 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I agree
it’s just not fun rooting for douchnozzles
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
the guy can play that’s for sure
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Jameer!
What is the matter with him this year?
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
He misses Arroyo?
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:24 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oh boy
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Nelson wanted that shot the whole way
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:25 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I don't think a team like Chicago should be hanging around with us... not good
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:25 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Not a good assist/turnover ratio by Jameer tonight...
3 assists, 4 turnovers
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:26 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
When do we hit the panic button on Nelson?
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Umm, coach, put in Peaches, yes?
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Hedo is 3 of 16 from the field tonight!!
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:29 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Lousy teams playing us tough = Magic not as good as I hoped???
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Regardless of how bad Hedo has played, this is on Nelson's shoulders.
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yup
Really worried now. 4 bad games in a row after a lousy preseason.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
It pisses me off that Air France is still on the air strip. Van Gundy thinking Bogans is better here is mindboggling
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Thats why we lost against Memphis for crying out loud. And yes, I am crying
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:34 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Hey! It's Tiger Woods' receding hairline!
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
You’re up four points guys… you don’t foul!!
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
What happened, I lost my internet feed
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 9:36 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
With the Magic up by 4, Rashard Lewis fouled Andres Nocioni on a three-point attempt
Pretty much the worst thing he could have done in that situation.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:39 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
to be fair, Nocioni leaned into Rashard, but it was still stupid
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I want to know how Nocioni gets that call on the road against Lewis.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Dick Bavetta. Dude's, like, 98 and has bad eyes
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:42 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
you guys made it sound like a four point play. I got scared
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 9:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
hahahahahaha
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yikes, ugly, ugly win
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Still a W
2-2, back to .500
Let’s start things over and get the ball rolling
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 9:39 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Big test on Thursday
The 76ers in national TV.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
A win is a win... even an ugly win like this
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:39 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
David Steele said it best:
“the Magic survived.” And that’s all they did.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:39 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I hope Stan rips them a new one.
We have yet to see this team live up to its potential. In 4 games.
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 3, 2008 9:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I know :((
I get the feeling Stan’s been ripping into them for a week now, and it hasn’t been doing much.
This team has so much potential. I don’t understand the disconnect.
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the updates at the end guys
ya’ll have a good night, if you can sleep.
by magic fanatic on Nov 3, 2008 9:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Thank God this one's over
Now I can get back to studying for the GRE :|
’Night, all!
by TheGiantSquid on Nov 3, 2008 9:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Let's do it again Thursday...
Good test against the Sixers and Elton Brand.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Bogans is playing great! I like the future for Lee. Only complaint? Play Peaches Stan!
'Coach, Dwight is a nice guy. Dwight don't hit anybody. But Superman will knock the crap out of you.' - D12
by Eyriq the Red on Nov 3, 2008 9:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wow
That was an ugly game…Van Gundy has got to be concerned about the squad giving up these double digit leads at crunch time. Nice to see Lee get so much playing time tonight.
by Marie on Nov 3, 2008 9:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Lee...
I wish he could have done a little more with that playing time. It’s understandable he might have been a little nervous.
You’re right about the Magic almost blowing the 17 point lead… SVG should be concerned.
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 3, 2008 9:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
It's early
But it’s a rough start to the season so far. I’m going to blame it on those motivational, if not pre-mature, championship shirts.
by Marie on Nov 3, 2008 9:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
A win is a win
now move on and prove that the media was wrong in assuming Brand makes Phili better than Orlando
by magic fanatic on Nov 4, 2008 12:07 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
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