Tonight's Game: Philadelphia 76ers at Orlando Magic
by Evan Dunlap on Oct 28, 2009 6:55 PM EDT
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| October 28th, 2009 | ||
| Amway Arena | ||
| 7:00 PM | ||
| Sun Sports | ||
| Probable starters: | ||
| Louis Williams | PG | Jameer Nelson |
| Andre Iguodala | SG | Vince Carter |
| Thaddeus Young | SF | Mickael Pietrus |
| Elton Brand | PF | Ryan Anderson |
| Samuel Dalembert | C | Dwight Howard |
| Game Officials | ||
| Joe DeRosa | ||
| Kevin Fehr | ||
| Ed Malloy | ||
The Orlando Magic's mission to defend their Eastern Conference Championship win the NBA title begins tonight at Amway Arena, where they'll take on the Philadelphia 76ers, one of the three teams they KO'd in last year's playoffs en route to an NBA Finals berth. Both teams have changed, however, as only four of tonight's probable starters appeared in the starting lineup for that first-round playoff series last year. What hasn't changed is the singer of the national anthem, as Gina Marie Incandela will perform it tonight, as she did at every home game during last year's playoff run.
Predictably, the Sixers use their defeat at Orlando's hands as motivation. Check out this Tweet from Philadelphia center Sam Dalembert last night:
Just beat Orlando for ripping our hearts out last year!! @ROYALTIVEY [Royal Ivey] @TeamLou23 [Louis Williams] @AI9 [Andre Iguodala] @yungsmoove21 [Thaddeus Young]
Orlando has motivation of its own. The Magic are out to prove that last year's Finals appearance wasn't a fluke. We've linked to a number of NBA previews in the last few days, and while most of them pick Orlando to have another excellent season, very few have it going past the second round of the playoffs.
But redemption--for Philadelphia and Orlando--isn't the only narrative driving tonight's game. New Magic shooting guard Vince Carter, a Daytona Beach native, will make his regular-season debut for what amounts to his hometown crowd. To reduce distractions, he did not set any tickets aside for family and friends. I imagine most Magic fans will direct this focus for this particular game at Carter, which is felicitous, because Sun Sports said in a press release it would focus much of its cover on the new players, but "especially Central Florida's own, Vince Carter."
One of the other new guys, Ryan Anderson, will join Carter in the starting lineup at power forward. His presence allows the Magic to play their preferred style, with four three-point marksmen surrounding Dwight Howard in the middle. Anderson had a monstrous preseason, averaging 14 points in just 20.6 minutes per game, and connecting on 56.1% of his three-point attempts.
Philadelphia fans, for their part, will have their loyalties tested tonight: will they watch the new-look Sixers kick off the new season, or the defending champion Phillies try to win Game One of the World Series? Depressed Fan, a Sixers blog, might choose the latter option and watch the Sixers on TiVo.
The game tips at 7 PM. Stay tuned to 3QC for complete coverage, including Eddy's post-game and recap posts.
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alright
So i have to work a game tonight so I’m taping this one. Hopefully nobody hits my cell up before I see the game. Anyway, does anybody know how well Jrue Holiday has looked in the preseason? Will he get serious pt tonight?
For those attending the game, have a blast. Don’t wake up with a voice tomorrow. Go Magic!
One Freaken Second
I'm sure Jrue will see minutes but it's Lou's show to run.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
He’s still really undeveloped i hear but everyone loves his upside and defense.
by derekk on Oct 28, 2009 5:09 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Princeton Offense
Is Philly really gonna run it this year? I know everybody says that it doesn’t req a true point, but the last two teams that Jordan coached had Gilbert Arenas and Jason Kidd. Although it might be fun watch Dalembert try to hit cutters from the high post…
Yes, the Sixers are going to run the Princeton.
For Arenas, it was perfect for him because he’s a scoring point.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
I'll be bouncing between channels
Since I’m from Philadelphia. I’ll be rooting for the Magic and the Phillies – I support all my Philly teams, but the Sixers only when they’re not playing the Magic.
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Enjoy.
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Nice. I’m pretty high on that Iggy and Young duo as an outsider.
by derekk on Oct 28, 2009 4:01 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I'll be there, section 217 row S
last minute tix, FML…
"Blue and white...ignite...BOOOM! - Dwight Howard
Hope everyone at 3QC had a terrific offseason
Magic are favored by 9 1/2 points tonight.
Everyone who’s going to the game… have fun, and hope there’s a lot to cheer about!
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 3:08 PM EDT reply actions
WHY IS THIS GAME 4 HOURS AWAY I CAN'T HANDLE THE WAIT
I'm a girl.
by TheGiantSquid on Oct 28, 2009 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Because the commissioner loves to torment you
And JJ said so
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
You know David Stern has naked pictures on God, right TGS?
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.....
Pietrus starting for sure? I like it! Play some big D MP.
by derekk on Oct 28, 2009 4:06 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Yes, please stop biting heads off chickens...
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Excuse me?
I was making a comment on a commonly used colloquialism for people in my age range. Chill out.
Relax, everyone.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
REGULAR SEASON BABY! IT'S HERE!
GET SOME, MAGIC! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
I’m so f’ing psyched about this season it’s not even funny.
I’ve laid off posting on here because it made me want the season even more and I’d have ended up with a hernia the size of a beachball from dealing with all the anticipation.
GO MAGIC!
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"hernia the size of a beachball"
pics or it didn’t happen!
I'm a girl.
by TheGiantSquid on Oct 28, 2009 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions
it's ain't happenin', dollface.
SEASON BE HERE YO
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damn!
…don’t call me dollface :|
I'm a girl.
by TheGiantSquid on Oct 28, 2009 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Sorry, sweetcheeks.
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gah!
I thought you Brits were more gentlemanly.
I'm a girl.
by TheGiantSquid on Oct 28, 2009 4:30 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm just messing. I'm an upstanding pillar of gentlemanly conduct.
Now where’s my ass-scratcher?
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I get to see Vince Carter and his stat line in 2 3QC fantasy leagues (PASPN, NBA/ESPN Roto) too :P
by derekk on Oct 28, 2009 4:15 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
My fan keys:
1) Defense.
76ers still early in the process of learning their new offense, so they will want to keep creating fast tempo pace and getting a ton of transition and fast break points to make up for it (Probly always too tho with their athleticism). Magic need to show they have the best defense in the league, getting back early will be big. Brand is not in rhythm yet, so the biggest defensive assignments will be VC’s on Iggy an Barnes/MP on Young/Iggy as Dre left to POR.
2) Offensive chemistry, ball movement and recognizing the mismatches and hot hands.
SVG has justly focused on team defense more and should continue doing so, so the offense needs more gelling and learning to do. Talent and good shooters keep it going easy but I want to see the ball movement and passes that make great set plays and pick and roll actions, especially on the F spots mismatches and any mismatches in general. I think Dwight and Jameer have the most regular opportunity to score or create as Louis and Daly are no defenders and the pick and rolls are well runned to get Jameer free for action. Will be very interesting to see a great great defender in Iggy stack up against VC and how VC plays D too. Ryan I not better than Brand but unless Young switches over, Ryan will get a good offensive game with the offensive mismatch. Bass is more comparable to Brand, I hope to see him rebounding and defending really well down low.
by derekk on Oct 28, 2009 4:34 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Well, good post, but...
We’ll probly see Iggy guarding the PG on the perimeter alot if Jameer torches Lou too much, so it will be IMPERATIVE that MP is aware and makes good cuts to the hoop. Lou doesn’t have the size to challenge him @ the rim.
Thx pianolady. I donno if they’d do that but it would be a great wrinkle to throw at the Magic. Also how Jrue does on defense against Meer and Jason will be interesting. I like that kid alot.
by derekk on Oct 28, 2009 5:52 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
T-minus 2 hours and counting until tip-off!
CAN’T…CONTAIN…EXCITEMENT!!! GAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Lineup......
I really like this lineup we are throwing out there to start the game. One of things I am most interested in is what the rotation will be. I’m sure there will be quite of bit of experimenting. I think this lineup will definitely get us to an early lead though. Philly has some talent but lets start this season off right. Go Blue!!!
Rotation
Nelson/Williams
Carter/Redick
Pietrus/Barnes
Anderson/Bass
Howard/Gortat
with A.J. a likely DNP.
Third Quarter Collapse: An Orlando Magic blog at SB Nation | Brandon Bass: "I just play hard."
I'm actually a little surprised that Peaches got the nod over Barnes considering how well Barnes played in the preseason...
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Wilbon predicts Vince Carter triple double tonight
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Rafer Alston
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 6:25 PM EDT reply actions
Watching the SunSports pre-game. Getting oh so close to tip-off!!!!!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
I don't know guys...
Without Linton Johnson, I don’t think we can get past the Sixers…LOL
...But seriously,
This will by no means be a “guaranteed victory.” I think the Sixers are gonna be very competitive and better than a lot of people think. We have our work cut out for us.
No game is automatically won in the NBA
The worst team in the NBA is still better than any other team elsewhere.
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.....
I know, but...
I’ve seen Magic fans across the internet predicting a blowout tonight. I’m just warning everyone to keep things into perspective and not overlook Philly. I went to the opening game last year with Atl…and we know how that turned out.
It's always not wise to predict a blowout
Too many things can happen.
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.....
Gina Marie singing the national anthem. Getting close!!!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
This girl can sing!
That’s all I know.
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.....
She's got some sweet pipes
Time to do this
You can either die the hero or live long enough to become the villain
by Andy Hellicksonstine on Oct 28, 2009 7:06 PM EDT up reply actions
It is indeed
Although I understand the feeling, it doesn’t officially kick off for me until 5pm. (I"m a Kings fan.)
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.....
Good to see hoop of any kind
You can either die the hero or live long enough to become the villain
by Andy Hellicksonstine on Oct 28, 2009 7:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Got that last night
Magic are my 2nd favorite team. You’ll see me in game threads a lot. If I can make it which is not always.
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.....
Ah Man I wanted to see the starting lineup intros
lol
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
I'm hoping they come back to that, then the unveiling of the Eastern Conference Champions banner!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Ah yes, the chills are back
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Rafer Alston
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:06 PM EDT reply actions
3QC....ARE WE READY FOR THA SEASON!?
BOOM!
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Oh wow they are showing them
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
OH HECK YA
You can either die the hero or live long enough to become the villain
by Andy Hellicksonstine on Oct 28, 2009 7:09 PM EDT reply actions
The projector on the floor is awesome!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Rafer Alston
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:10 PM EDT reply actions
J.J. macking it with the cute audio/visual girl
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Rafer Alston
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:10 PM EDT reply actions
Thar screen thing is crazy on the court
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
8 Mile remix
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Rafer Alston
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:11 PM EDT reply actions
They changed the 94-95 banner?
It had the names around it before
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
That image is so awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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.....
lol @ "and now... the NON-STARTERS!"
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:12 PM EDT reply actions
Not a very well rehearsed intro :)
But slowly things happen that they cannot help and the Blazers Fellowship of the Ring begins to break apart
all I can say is, nice legs
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:13 PM EDT up reply actions
I can see everyone's pumped...
let’s hope we come out with a lot of focus
I thought he was out for awhile
Maybe that’s why.
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.....
He might not be in the arena
Ask ER or Ben on Twitter. They can find out.
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.....
Jason Williams with a rousing applause
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:13 PM EDT reply actions
Interesting lineup
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
http://atdhe.net/9291/watch-philadelphia-76ers-vs-orlando-magic
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
by Wasabi Steak on Oct 28, 2009 7:15 PM EDT up reply actions
There's a free broadband preview if you get tired of atdhe coverage LOL
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.....
Where's my boy Mike from illinois?!?
You know I got Magic -9 tonight baby!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:16 PM EDT reply actions
I need one too...
I’m stuck at work in California. I wish I was home in Orlando.
Right here DSK
Nice to see ya back!
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:16 PM EDT reply actions
Thanks man.
I mentioned in another thread, they’ve taken away my privileges at work, but you knew i’d be here for game time!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions
I like the Magic and -9 too
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions
I'll take that shot by Dalembert all night. Got to get the rebound!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
vinsanity!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:19 PM EDT reply actions
VINNNNNNNNNCE
You can either die the hero or live long enough to become the villain
by Andy Hellicksonstine on Oct 28, 2009 7:19 PM EDT reply actions
Oh he's ready folks
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Good start for VC
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.....
Sammy Dalembert just drove on D12
This is not good.
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.....
He got Dwight up in the air because he hardly ever drives to the basket. Nothing to be concerned about.
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
It's not Sammy I'm worried about
It’s Dwight.
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.....
Just playing a little aggressively. He'll settle down.
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
poor pass meer, cmon, that looked like his Finals play
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:20 PM EDT reply actions
lol @ meer not jumping and Magic winning the tip
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:21 PM EDT reply actions
Jameer for THREEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!
I’ve missed you, Paul Porter!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Jameer with the cross over!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:21 PM EDT reply actions
I love Meer making that 3
Great start for him too.
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.....
You guys all watching on delay? I guess I need to slow down.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:22 PM EDT reply actions
I'm watching on broadband
It’s not going to be that far behind.
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.....
I love how Dwight ran down the court so hard
That is great on his part. Nice recognition on Meercat’s part too.
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.....
Egads Dwight
Please make those. Thanks.
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.....
Jameer killing it right now, what a dime!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:23 PM EDT reply actions
Nice leak out by Peaches for an easy fast break basket!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
That was a great leak out
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.....
Pietrus!!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:25 PM EDT reply actions
finishing strong tonight! JEA
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Tres Bien!
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Peaches is a maniac!
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.....
He's picking up where he left off in the playoffs
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah he is
And that particular layup was about Peaches being aggressive.
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.....
Heeeeeeeey Woooooooooorld!
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Nice stickback by D12
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.....
Magic shooting 6 of 9 so far
Sixers at 4 for 10.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:27 PM EDT reply actions
Nelson and Pietrus each have 5
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:28 PM EDT reply actions
I don't like Shard's attitude there
“It’s only ten games and ten games isn’t going to jeopardize the season”
It felt to me like, “yeah I took a banned substance, who cares, shrugs shoulders”
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:29 PM EDT reply actions
Can't say I blame him
The whole steroid thing is not a big deal.
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.....
I think he should at least show he's a little more upset
at costing his team 10 games.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:31 PM EDT up reply actions
In the long run DSK
It makes no real difference.
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.....
10 games surely makes a difference in playoff seeding
nonetheless, i digress.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Orlando's going to have injuries they will have to persevere through
So, yeah.
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.....
Touche.
Injuries CANT be avoided even though you hurt your team.
Taking banned substances CAN be avoided, even though you hurt your team.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Not arguing personal responsbility DSK
Never was or would in this type of setting. What’s the point?
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.....
I was just saying I didn't like his attitude
… didn’t see to really care by saying 10 games isn’t a big deal, but hey, you don’t have a problem with it, it’s all good man.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions
I think it would be wise to blame him in retrospect if it costs the team games in his absence
OR, it costs the team games trying to assimilate him after the suspension. Unless those two things happen, I’m willing to overlook it.
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.....
I was never blaming him, for all I know, he didn't know he was taking the crap.
A) Just said, I personally didn’t like his “who cares” attitude
B) UNLESS they finish with the #1 seed in the east, I can 100% guarantee you that <10 games will separate them from the team(s) seeded ahead of them.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Yup
Not saying you’re wrong. Not saying you’re right.
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.....
Think about how pissed (at least I was)
we were at Dwight for costing his team a game of his absence during the postseason.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions
The playoffs are one thing DSK
Regular Season is another. I understand you’re mad. I just dont’ think in the long run it matters THAT MUCH. Bigger fish to fry mayne. All I’m saying. Agree or disagree all you like.
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.....
Indy is up 9 on Atl right now
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.....
Toronto up on Cleveland
Calderon has 5 assists in 5 minutes, is he going for Skiles record?
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions
What a dumb play by Peaches
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.....
Stan's expressions
priceless
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Jason Williams doesn't have enough tats
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:32 PM EDT reply actions
Between him and Matt Barnes, we might have the most tats in the leagues
… after the Nuggets of course
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Don't forget 'Meer's ink
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Dwight had Mickey D's
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
5 turnovers in 7:30 is a joke
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:34 PM EDT reply actions
Cool. Just wondering
My aircard isn’t fast enough to stream.
Orlando started sharp, now, look plain awful.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:36 PM EDT reply actions
Team needs to settle down.
Especially Pietrus. I swear, that guy needs to be pulled whenever he makes two shots in a row — he just gets crazy. Who does he think he is, Mickael Jordan?
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
Damn I go away for a bit and we lost the lead? lol
Come on you guise!
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Ugly shot...
but it counts
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Nice take by Peaches
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.....
OK, Jason. Two more good decisions, and I'll forgive you for the turnovers
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Nice move by J-Will
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.....
Dwight with 5 rebounds already...
He’s killing on the boards at least.
Weak foul call. Bring in the replacement refs! j/k
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Vince bangs a three!
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:42 PM EDT reply actions
Rather obvious foul there - can't put your elbow under a guy's chin and shove
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Vince is feeling it tonight
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Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Magic shooting 12 of 21, including 4 of 7 from 3 range
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions
76ers at 10 for 22, including 2 of 6 from long range
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions
Dwight is our leading assist man with 2? Hmmm...
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Passing out of double-teams will do that for you
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Pietrus has 10 pts on 4 of 6 shooting
Carter, Nelson, and JWill each have 5 pts.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:46 PM EDT reply actions
Gortat still luvs the ball
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
That picture of him rocking back n forth listening to an iPod is a classic
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.....
HAMMERTIME!
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Tim Hardaway jersey is being honored now?
That was funny. I was flicking channels
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Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
"gortat with the polish hammer on opening night!!!"
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:49 PM EDT reply actions
Williams shooting well.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:49 PM EDT reply actions
Helped the Magic gets past the Philly run
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.....
Williams! Heat Check! GOOD
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:49 PM EDT reply actions
No, Toronto
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
He was traded from Toronto for Reggie Evans
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.....
This little run here shows how much better the Magic bench is.
They’re just running the Sixers’ reserves off the floor.
I love the Magic's depth this season!
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
JWill 4 of 4 from the field, 3 of 3 from long range with 3 assists
A blast from the past!
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:51 PM EDT reply actions
I think the year off helped his game
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
sure looks like it
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Which feed are you using?
The one I was watching stopped working.
http://atdhe.net/9291/watch-philadelphia-76ers-vs-orlando-magic
came back for a min, went down, back again…. im terribly confused
Hah...Meer's homer
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Gortart is a huslter
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
I don't think there was one
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.....
Okay
But Gortat was barely touched. JJ drove inside. Contact happens.
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.....
The mugging happened way up at the three point line. Anything after I will agree with you on...
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Matty for three
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Except JJ
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
::opens mouth, inserts foot::
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Its a three party!
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
JJ!! What up TGS =)
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:55 PM EDT reply actions
8 for 12 on threes with that one by Redick
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:56 PM EDT reply actions
nice speights
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:56 PM EDT reply actions
Did Dwight just dunk in Speight's shot?
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:56 PM EDT reply actions
cmon Dwight, it's never too early to pick up those T's! lol
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:57 PM EDT reply actions
it really is all about the second unit
the good teams in the league will certainly be able to be competitive w/ the starters, but can anyone’s bench really match ours?
Maybe Boston
Other than that, not really
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Speights and Williams each have 10 for Philly
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:57 PM EDT reply actions
Magic bench has 23 points already
Starters have 26.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:58 PM EDT reply actions
Hedo gets his first bucket, 15 minutes into the game
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 7:58 PM EDT reply actions
Aight yall
Have a great rest of the game.
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.....
Enjoy the Kings, Pook
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Have a good one
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Young Vince!
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
I missed that, what he get a tech for?
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
He posted up Speights, Speights flopped fell to the floor.
On the sixers trip down the floor, Speights dunk “on” Howard and let out an excessive yell in his ear. Next Magic possession him and Speights had words, yet only Dwight got T’d.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions
1 T closer to your next suspension Dwight! ;)
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:00 PM EDT reply actions
Yeah, he's gotta control his temper better this season
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Right
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Dwight held his position. Pretty lame call...again!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
What's up, Ryan?
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Oh VINCE
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:03 PM EDT reply actions
VINCE! HE-WHO???
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:03 PM EDT reply actions
Oh he's ready for the season baby!
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
I know they're just hot right now
But ladies and gentlemen, this is going to be a fun year.
by eltharion_doa on Oct 28, 2009 8:04 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
this
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh, hi guys...we're awake now!
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Magic are swimming in the DEEP end of the pool . . .
WAAAY DEEEP!!!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Oh its all rolling now
70%
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
I just realized there's still 4 minutes left in the half...
And they have 59 points!
I'm excited to check out some Courtney Lee at the half
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:05 PM EDT reply actions
Finish this half strong, don't let them gain any confidence going into the half
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:06 PM EDT reply actions
Exactly... don't forget about that 18 pt third quarter lead the Magic blew in Game 1 to the 76ers last season
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Exactly, Iggy has yet to score a point. That worries me!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Is it too premature to suggest this might be one of the best squads in the franchise history?
lol j/k
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
This is a much better team than last season's, no question
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
I LOVE how the Sixers came out all hard like they were gonna send us a statement and just like that . . .
We’re up by 20!
It’s like, “Yes we’re that much better than you now!”
This team is sooo deep that their biggest threat is going to be giving a consistent effort each night!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
posting twitter statements, ahhaha
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
re: Boston's bench
Davis is out at least six weeks, and season might be in jeopardy
http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view.bg?articleid=1207783&position=3
wow... it'll be interesting to see how long he misses
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Barnes bangs up his back already... mang
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:09 PM EDT reply actions
Was that a crab dribble by Jason Williams? :)
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:09 PM EDT reply actions
Phils load the bases on the Yanks in the 1st
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:11 PM EDT reply actions
Tell me you guys didn't forget the range of topics we get on during blowouts!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Should be a great series
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
C'mon, Raul...
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
I think Sabathia's trying to kneecap him, based on the pitchtrack
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
What an idiotic foul by Louis Williams...
I can only imagine what SVG would do to one of our players if they did that..LMAO
super dominate the magic are.
i can get used to this.
Williams with 14 points...
I don’t think anyone called this
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!
What a FREAKING IDIOT!!!
Fouling a half court 3 PT Shooter!!!!!!!
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
YES WE CAN!
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Howdy, peeps.
Figure I check in with everyone during halftime.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Yizzir.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
you're seeing a great Magic performance, erivera!
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes sir, I am.
I said to myself that I want to see Orlando make a statement against Philadelphia. So far, so good.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
they played with us for a minute there.
then we turned it on.
Yeah, the Magic went to a different gear in the second quarter.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
70!
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:16 PM EDT reply actions
Anyone have any streams?
No cable and ticked I’m missing it. If you do, please email them to me (since SBNation frowns on posting live streams to games).
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
"What did Coach Van Gundy say? G-rated version?"
LOL!!!
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
I wanna hear Dwight tell it lol
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
by Wasabi Steak on Oct 28, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
This is gonna be a fun season
"My features are that of a god, its not a facade these rappers wanna be NaS"- Nasir Jones QB's Finest
Founder and only member of the Kristin Kreuk Appreciation Society, and future Husband
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
47 given up...eh.
Not great, not terrible.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
With the pace of this game, 47's not bad
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Just going off numbers....
just started watching.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Sixers are shooting 41.5%
They’re not scorching the nets
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
wow... one point off franchise record for points in a single quarter
and its only the first game of the season…
I think the key for the Magic is the bench.
I read some of the comments and some astutely pointed out that many teams will be able to match the starters, but the difference will be the reserves. That’s really what will separate Orlando in games.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
This.
Also, the better the bench plays, the longer SVG can leave them in, so the starters can get plenty of rest if they need it.
Right, and we're seeing that tonight.
Williams has played longer than Nelson, which is a luxury.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
And more rest=less risk for injury.
Always a good thing.
Correct.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
good points
we can keep leads while we rest starters
Yeah, I mean, the reserves INCREASED the lead in the second quarter.
Then the starters took it from there.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
He's been phenomenal, tonight.
Dare I say, he looks like he did in the early Sacto’ years.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
The Dude looks like vintage J-Will!
I’m guessin’ that year off did his body REAL good!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Watching the Nets game, it's weird seeing CLee in a Nets jersey, and it's really weird seeing him in #6!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
And with no mask!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
he kept the headband, but shed the mask
I don’t remember him rocking a headband prior to the injury
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
No, that's a first.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Well, Courtney was #32 at Western Kentucky, so 3 x 2 = 6.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Cavs are getting blown out ny the Raps! 54-36
A DOUBLE bonus tonight my fellow Magic Fans!!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Yes, hopefully the C's lose to the Bobcats too
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Rafer making his first appearance in a Nets uni!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Cavs getting stomped 56-36, it'd be nice to see them lose their first two
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:21 PM EDT reply actions
I guess the rupaul of big men is showing shaq what's up
Never trust a fart
by AB's triple double on Oct 28, 2009 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Magic reserves have 30 pts already, the starters with 40
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:21 PM EDT reply actions
So what are everyone's thoughts on the game, so far?
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
domination.
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Good to see you around, btw!
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
started crisp, looked awful for three minutes, regained the crispyness for the last 15-20 minutes
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, that's how I saw it.
The reserves really brought it in the second quarter and the starters carried the momentum.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
I feel like a junkie that finally got his fix
Never trust a fart
by AB's triple double on Oct 28, 2009 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Yeah? That's good.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Despite how they played in the preseason, I was expecting that once they got to regular season game speed, there might be some minor problems...
…especially against what I thought was a quality team in the Sixers who pushed us to the limit last year. It just shows how much better this team really is compared to last year, at least in comparison to how we matched up against this same team one year ago!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Well said.
That’s why I liked this matchup for the Magic, to see how far the team has come.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
As long as they focus, the Magic are dominant.
We’ll see how they handle being up 20 in the next quarter.
Yeah, and having SVG pays dividends because he won't allow Orlando to let up.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Team looks solid
Everyone came out a little tight, but they pulled it together.
Jason Williams looks crazy good, once he figured out not to do cross-court passes.
Dwight needs to chill. He can’t afford to get techs.
I like Bass more than I expected after the preseason. He hasn’t scored much, but he’s enough of a threat to draw defenders.
Gortat’s full speed tomahawk was sick.
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Gortat's dunk was amazing.
The crowd went nuts when he did that and when Carter had his sweet alley-oop layup.
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
not bad...
First quarter was a little disappointing. Team seemed to lose focus midway through the quarter.
I wasn’t a fan of RA getting only 1 shot.
5 turnovers in the first 6 minutes or so i believe.
1st quarter really was a great example of the Magic near their worst (i hope)
That said, they still won the quarter, and straight up obliterated Philly in the 2nd.
I think Anderson did a good job of picking his spots.
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Courtney Lee with a block
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:22 PM EDT reply actions
Shaq sure is the answer Cleveland needed!
FC Andrea Bargnani 8-11, 4-4 from the line for 21 pts… before halftime
Wow, good for Bargnani
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
LeBron is 5 for 11
The rest of the Cavs are 10 for 38
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I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Cleveland's depth is laughable
…especially so with West out
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah - not count LBJ and Shaq, the Cavs are 6 for 30 shooting
So, other than the two stars, the team’s shooting 20%
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I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
76ers had a 24-19 lead I believe, but Magic have dominated since
They are shooting 66%, compared to 41.5% by the 76ers.
Magic are shooting 10 of 16 from three (62.5%)!
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:25 PM EDT reply actions
+/- at halftime
Pietrus -2
Howard +2
Bass +5
Carter +7
Redick +10
Nelson +11
Anderson +11
Williams +12
Gortat +16
Barnes +19
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I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Alright folks, I need to step out. Glad to see everyone enjoying the game!
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Enjoy the live action, E
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I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Hope the Magic keep their foot on the accelerator in the second half
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Courtney Lee 0/5, I'm glad I started him in fantasy tonight!
"Shoot first, ask questions last" Jameer Nelson
by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:30 PM EDT reply actions
Kid's not really a consistent shooter
You’re going to get hot and cold streaks.
by eltharion_doa on Oct 28, 2009 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
lol thanks...I watched him last year
figured going to NJ, starting, the loss of Carter, he’d start increasing points+playing time
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Turk = 4 Points in the first half.
Terrible trade…..
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Yeah, you can definitely see the Magic's chemistry is off.
Without Turk, no one knows what to do…
VC doesn't fit what the Magic want to do offensivley.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
He's a selfish, me-first player that can't distribute the ball
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I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
yes but he brought some magic to toronto
Thats what we call a player who makes others better
Well, we didn't trade him.
But he also has 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 block. He could quietly be putting up a monster stat line.
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by DieSlowKeyshawn on Oct 28, 2009 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
The new guys are 14 for 19 in the first half
The boys are all right
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Cleveland bigs getting worked
Shaq has 8 pts, 5 boards at halftime in 12 minutes. Big Z has 2 points and 4 boards in 10 min.
Bosh has 10 pts 9 boards in 15, and of course Bargnani has 21 pts 3 boards in 19 min.
Yeah, I don’t think Cleveland has an answer for Orlando :)
LBJ, to his credit, is on pace for a triple double again, w/ 14/5/5.
Thats pretty much what you expect from Shaq offensively. Defensivly he is playing terrible.
I thought he was the self-proclaimed “missing-piece.” DBag
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
He has a fever
And the only cure is more windsprints
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
He could have taken the Caron Butler strategy...
drink less alcohol.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Do you think Shaq would break the Wi-Fit board?
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Yet they are still somehow the EC favorites over us . . .SIGH
When will the media nutt-huggers ever learn?
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
But...but...
LeBron! Kobe! Advertising!
by eltharion_doa on Oct 28, 2009 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Did Dalembert just get two fouls in 16 seconds?
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I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Four seconds of game clock
According to the box score.
by eltharion_doa on Oct 28, 2009 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Wasn't sure when the first was called - second was at sixteen
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
O.o...
I don’t have to ask what’s up – it’s his range!
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Whooooo
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Anderson 4 of 5 (3 of 4 from 3) for 11 points
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:37 PM EDT reply actions
At this rate, Philly will be reduced to using Brezec by the 4th quarter
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Our team D has been a little suspect to start the 3rd!
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Question....
Because I am not watching the game (internet feed got yanked), I am following the gamecast. Did Illegal Defenses become Personal Fouls? Or am I stupid and this has been the case. I thought the first was a warning and the 2nd was a Tech.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Illegal Defense is an automatic team technical foul...as far as I know. I don't think that rule changed this year.
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It was a typo then on ESPN.
It gave Dwight a personal foul for an illegal defense.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Defensive 3 seconds is always a T
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Magic doing a good job taking care of the ball
Only 8 TOs total after 5 in the first 5 or 6 minutes
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:41 PM EDT reply actions
Agreed.
They’ve gotten much more comfortable with each other as the game has progressed.
More RA goodness
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
How much can a man love RA and still be totally straight?
I just might find out!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
7 pts 5 assists
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
3-6, 3 TO's.
Just pointing it out, not trying to bring undue criticism to him.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Doesn't need to score
We’re hot from outside and Philly is giving up the arc to stop penetration. Take what’s there – Jameer’s not going to get greedy.
by eltharion_doa on Oct 28, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow, Kings down 18 already...to the Thunder, only 2 minutes into the 2nd quarter!
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Oh my. What's the record for 3s again?
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I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
24 or 25, we set that record last year against the Kings.
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23 last season against the Kings I think
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
VC with 15, D12, RA, and JWill with 14
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:46 PM EDT reply actions
Our 3PT% is better than our overall FG%...
70% from 3, 64.2% overall
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
There was a point in the last preseason game...
…after around 3 quarters where we were something like 64% on threes, 65% overall… and 68% on free throws. I SO wanted them to miss some more FTs in the fourth.
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
Hopefully he'll be invited
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, but Kapono has a reputation as a three-point specialist.
Ryan doesn’t… yet.
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
I guess they didn't get the scouting report on RA
Never trust a fart
by AB's triple double on Oct 28, 2009 8:47 PM EDT reply actions
League Pass Broadband is free through 11/3
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
D12 3 of 6 from the FT line
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:54 PM EDT reply actions
So I think the big question here is...
Can the Magic get to 100 before the end of the quarter?
Ooh, I like Bass's defense on Young
Lot less scared of him now. He was scary in the playoffs against us.
Raps are going to have trouble holding leads this year...
Since they don’t have much of a defense, cold streaks can get them in trouble.
by Swami Digital on Oct 28, 2009 9:00 PM EDT up reply actions
wow nice drive by Redick
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 8:59 PM EDT reply actions
18, I think
No need to risk him for more than 25-30 a night at this point.
by eltharion_doa on Oct 28, 2009 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
First team to 100 wins!
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
Magic shooting 59% from the field, 61% from 3, 80% from the FT line
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:03 PM EDT reply actions
Shoot. I refused to add adobe octoshape
and now i’m going to throw up trying to watch league pass. Anyone know how to go back and install it?
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
We can't even put the backups in at the end of the game, can we?
What’s our garbage time lineup — Gortat, Anderson, Barnes, Redick, AJ? That’s not exactly a hopeless lineup.
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
People are going to think we are running it up on them.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
The only "starter" we have in is Anderson
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Pookey's going to be annoyed
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
at NJ Friday
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Cavs need to trade for Speights.
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
We need to give Anderson a new nickname...
Ryan Howard is Rhino to me
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
JJ can shoot
Sorry, Squid
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Man heck of a game even though the link died on me
Hope this isnt a sign of things to come :(
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
NBA League Pass Broadband is a free trial for now
unless you live in Orlando.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
That's how I'm watching it... with the free League Pass Trial
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions
I love it.
Watching 3 games at once. NBA overload!
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Apparently 20 points is not enough of a lead for SVG to feel comfortable.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
I don't think SVG's ever comfortable with any lead
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Annnnnd there goes Toronto's hope of beating Cleveland.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Nice job by 'Meer drawing the charge
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
You expected good basketball from the Pussycats?
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Peaches!
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
To: Ryan
We’re up by 24. You can stop shooting threes. kthxbye
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Phillies up 1-0 after 4 innings
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
If it weren't for Raul's groundout to end the first, the Phils would be further ahead
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
I didn't notice Lee has 7 K's in the first 4 innings
Sick
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
I dont care much about baseball, but i picked NYY in 5
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
I think so, but I'm from Philadelphia
I’m just a wee bit biased. My picks would be either Philadelphia in 5 or New York in 6
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
I don't think SVG will be too happy with the defensive effort
Looks like Philly will wind up with over 100 pts.
Magic are shooting 57%, 55% from three
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:21 PM EDT reply actions
their shooting % has had to have taken a hit in the last 5 minutes
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Yeah, they were shooting over 60%
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions
And we're still winning by 24
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
What?
According to ESPN, Nelson finished with 2 turnovers. Maybe you were looking at assists? He did have 6 of those…
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
ah, I see, you corrected it later. Never mind!
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
Dad sighting!
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
I like Gortats aggressivness....
but he’s going to have to watch those screens. He has been giving nice little elbow shoves on them
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
According to Yahoo, Nelson has just 2 TOs
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:24 PM EDT reply actions
Indeed
I’m too tired to read box scores straight.
Six assists…much better.
by eltharion_doa on Oct 28, 2009 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions
There ya go
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Party at Lil Penny's
Good start to the season
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
*sigh* Pietrus, don't do that in a close game
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Ugh...About to make way too generous of an offer for James Harden
in Fantasy. He’s not even getting minutes tonight.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Bass actually has some good ball moves
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
Hmmm...I need to find my remote so I can watch the rest of the baseball game when this ends
"When you make your final stand
I'll be right there
I'll never leave
And all I ask of you is
Believe"
37 pts for Philly in the fourth
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:29 PM EDT reply actions
You know SVG is gonna rip the bench players a new one for that!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
And with that
I’m out.
But what a start, eh? Night all.
by eltharion_doa on Oct 28, 2009 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Still a good win despite a bad 4th qtr
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Packed it in.
They need to make sure they have that kind of lead when they do it.
"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"
Obviously a promising performance by the Magic despite giving up 106 pts
Magic shot 56% from the field, 55% from three, and 82% on FT
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:33 PM EDT reply actions
50% overall; 39% from three
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions
I wish League Pass would show the postgame show
Oh well…
Nice Magic win; you all have a good night… time to watch Yankees/Phillies.
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 28, 2009 9:35 PM EDT reply actions
Meanwhile in Boston, a different kind of blowout.
Celtics 67, Bobcats 41… through 3 quarters. You know, that’s impressive and all, but I’m pretty sure our game was more fun to watch.
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
Their bench outscored ours 55-48
but our starters manhandled theirs. I was really impressed at the end of the third – all 10 Magic players had a +/- on the plus side, and all 76ers on the – side. Incredible 3 point shooting, once again – Barnes at 1-3 was the only one who made less than half his attempts. I’m also sure that if the game were tied going into the 4th, that Philly wouldn’t have gotten away with what they did.
I am the world's best basketball player! *
* Among those with no skills whatsoever
Through 43 minutes, the Cavs are -1 with LeBron on the floor...
…and -14 with him on the bench. The trouble with those numbers? He’s only been on the bench 9 minutes all game.
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
I would hope so by now. . .
I am the world's best basketball player! *
* Among those with no skills whatsoever
This is just one game...
But I’m glad we won. We have a lot of room for improvement. This is a long season. We definitely have to improve our defense A LOT!
The Raptors are choking here...with a little help from the refs!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Wow, the Cavs are in trouble lol
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Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Cavs are now 0-2!
Though I do remember a certain local team starting the season 0-2 last year and making it to the NBA Finals. Let’s keep thinks in perspective…
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
The Shaq experiment is off to a tough start.
also hurts to be without Delonte West.
Who is the first out of Cleveland—Shaq or Mike Brown?
(Yes, I know it is only 2 games…but 25 +/ and 2 blocked shots?! Did I mention that’s two times somebody blocked Shaq? He had 0 blocks.)
Hey Important Question!!!
Why was Samuel Dalembert playing that game?! Didn’t he take a shot at Hedo or someone in game 6 of the playoffs last year? From what I remember a much worse shot than what Dwight gave for his PLAYOFF suspension? I remember being super pissed that Dalembert would only have to miss a regular season game for his cheap shot, does anyone have an update on this?
Orlando's O looked sweet tonight... Defense will have to improve... They are miles ahead of Cleveland though, and I think their Offense could keep them in there with Celtics...
"Put it on Film" (not on the glass)
Celts killed the Bobcats tonight.
10 pts in the 3rd Q?!
31.1% fg
0.00% (0/10) 3-pts….Charlotte had an off shooting night. 59 total points! wow
by magicfaninTN on Oct 28, 2009 11:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah the Celts are looking tough
as usual.
by Swami Digital on Oct 28, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Can’t wait for Magic to play them and they’d have Lewis back too. Magic will be #1 East.
by derekk on Oct 28, 2009 11:55 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Like I've said a million times it seems, the Celtics concern me.
So do the Cavaliers, but not to the extent of the former.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
I donno if the defense is up to par to play them, actually the same to the Celtics. It’d be a battle of the benches unless one starts killing the other I think. I think Magic are much better suited to beat them. Rondo cant roam defend, Nelson is gonna hit shots. I really cant think of anyone at all who can remotely stop VC. Thats my biggest key there, then the big men battle down low.
S Jax to CLE looking good to happen so far. I’d do it and bite the Z loss with another trade or signing.
by derekk on Oct 28, 2009 11:53 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
In my opinion, that'd make the situation even worse.
I'm the other guy at Third Quarter Collapse, with a Twitter account.
"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Jackson doesn't seem the type to play the good soldier.
He might behave for a little while, but come adversity, that becomes a very volatile locker room.
Maybe for the chemistry, but on the floor playing? I really doubt it. He’s much taller than most of their small guards corp, he’s actually the best defender of the group if he’s focused (playing for a title), and LBJ would not have to be the only go to option if Shaq is too tired. Jax can hit 3’s and is very very versatile. I dont think he is too efficient but still… it’s a move I fear. I would totally love eating these words too, and if their chemistry blows up even more bc of a move like this backfiring that would obviously prove me wrong too. I donno if Id give the Cavs a paper title, but it’s scary good on paper.
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