Tonight's Game: Orlando Magic at Atlanta Hawks
by Ben Q Rock on Nov 26, 2009 4:00 PM EST
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Orlando Magic at Atlanta Hawks, Nov 26, 2009 8:00 PM EST
| 2009/2010 NBA Season | ||
|---|---|---|
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| 11-4 | 11-3 | |
| November 26th, 2009 | ||
| Philips Arena | ||
| 8:00 PM | ||
| TNT | ||
| Probable starters: | ||
| Jason Williams | PG | Mike Bibby |
| Vince Carter | SG | Joe Johnson |
| Mickael Pietrus | SF | Marvin Williams |
| Rashard Lewis | PF | Josh Smith |
| Dwight Howard | C | Al Horford |
| Game Officials | ||
| Mark Wunderlich | ||
| Eric Dalen | ||
| Marc Davis | ||
Before beginning, I'd like to point out that Atlanta Hawks point guard Mike Bibby is a game-time decision due to a sprained left ankle. Hawks coach Mike Woodson has yet to decide if veteran combo guard Jamal Crawford or rookie point guard Jeff Teague would get the start in Bibby's place. If Bibby sits out, he'll be the first Hawk to miss a game to injury this season. In case you're scoring at home, the Orlando Magic have lost 17 player-games due to injury, illness, or personal issues.
Man, have we ever got a game on our hands tonight, folks. The Magic are fresh off a frustrating, last-second loss to the Miami Heat; their opponent, the host Hawks, are just straight-up fresh, having not played since last Saturday. And really, this is a clash of two of the East's elite, because it's becoming harder and harder to come up for reasons why this Hawks team is still a step or two below Orlando, Cleveland, and Boston.
This year's Hawks remind people, at least in predicament, of last year's Magic: a team that's surprised everyone right out of the gate, but that's still not always included in the conversation with those elite teams. So the Hawks are a bit frustrated. If it's any consolation, stat guru John Hollinger wrote yesterday that, thanks to Josh Smith's keeping his head on straight, the Hawks figure to keep this strong level of play up all season. I'm not sure if I'm prepared to live in such a world.
What makes the Hawks so dangerous is their offense, which is the third-most efficient in the league so far. They rank in the league's top 10 in 3 of their 4 offensive four factors: effective field goal percentage (10th), turnover rate (1st), and offensive rebound rate (3rd). How does one defend such a team? They don't make many mistakes, they hit their shots... and when they don't, they're there for the rebound and put-back. This is a challenge for Orlando. Maybe the Magic's allowing the Heat to grab more than 30% of their misses last night will serve as a wake-up call.
The Hawks are vulnerable defensively, despite Smith's acrobatic blocks. Apart from hardly sending anyone to the foul line, Atlanta is below-average in the other 3 defensive four factors, with their worst being effective field goal defense. This is where Rashard Lewis and Ryan Anderson can really help, although Lewis has sank a mere 17.2% of his treys this season. Matt Barnes, at 19.6%, is somehow better.
Anderson loves shooting against Atlanta, however. In four meetings last year as a New Jersey Net, Anderson made 10 of his 11 three-point attempts, and all 6 of his in Philips Arena. Here's how pronounced Anderson's shooting against the Hawks was: his current 38.0% mark from three-point range drops to 35.6% when failing to account for games against Atlanta. Last year was last year, and this year is this year, so it wouldn't be wholly surprising if he clanked 5 or 6 three-pointers tonight. But I hasten to point out he shot 3-of-4 from long-range against the Hawks this preseason.
The game tips at 8 on TNT, where Dick Stockton and Mike Fratello will have the call. Happy Thanksgiving. [Insert your own "hope this game isn't a real turkey!" comment here.]
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I so hope this is not another Cavs game
Can the team play with energy tonight? I guess we’ll find out in about 40 minutes
I am the world's best basketball player! *
* Among those with no skills whatsoever
I hope this game isn't a real turkey
Just for you.
I don’t suppose anyone knows of online streaming radio for this? My internet can’t handle streamed video.
Have you tried NBA.com league pass audio?
by Magic fan in Chicago on Nov 26, 2009 8:00 PM EST up reply actions
The audio is free.
That’s how I’ve listened to the non-national games. There’s a sign-up page on the nba site.
by Magic fan in Chicago on Nov 26, 2009 9:09 PM EST up reply actions
Just stops
“Trying to connect to the server”
For ever.
by eltharion_doa on Nov 26, 2009 9:17 PM EST up reply actions
It's OK though
ESPN 95.9 is streamable, woo! I can hear us suck!
by eltharion_doa on Nov 26, 2009 9:22 PM EST up reply actions
Magic need to shoot more threes.
I mean, if they’re going in, of course. Last night, we didn’t shoot enough threes — we were 14-31 from beyond the arc, yet we kept going in and shooting twos like that was a good idea. We were 18-46 on twos — we made more points on 31 threes than on 46 twos. Not to mention the turnovers they got trying to pass the ball in, the exhaustion caused by all the physical play inside, etc. Find the open man, he shoots a three, THAT is an efficient shot.
And it’s unlikely to be much different this game — Atlanta is a poor three-point defending team. Only 9 teams allow a higher three-point percentage. I want to see more threes than twos, unless the lane opens up for a bunch of dunks — none of this 18-20-foot mid-range garbage. A 50% two-point jumper is a 33% three. And we can do better than a 33% three.
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
And one more thing.
Don’t play J-Will for 39 minutes. Yeah, he was great in the third quarter… by the end of the game he was exhausted. He’s a 34-year-old man who sat out an entire season last year — did you see him at the end of the game? He looked about 45. When your PG can no longer defend, that opens you up for things like Wade scoring 12 straight points. Not to mention those free throws…
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
Oh, right, one more more thing
More Ryan! Clearly, Shard is our starter. He’s crucial to our defense, and when everything’s normal, he’s a deadly offensive threat. But everything is not normal at this point. Shard is struggling on offense, he’s working his way back in. So at this point, I want to see Ryan out there when we need offense.
Look at what he did in the early 4th quarter last night — and look at what happened to the team when he was pulled. We had nobody we could trust on offense, so we had Carter chucking as usual, and Pietrus attempting threes on 3 straight possessions. (Yes, Carter made a couple shots near the end there, but he missed a bunch before that. Just because you make some doesn’t mean you’re not chucking.)
Basically, here’s what I’m saying. If you trust Rashard as a shooter, you need to get him involved in the offense. Judging by the closing minutes of last night, not to mention the Boston game etc., the Magic don’t yet trust Rashard as a shooter. So if you don’t trust Rashard as a shooter, and you’re having trouble finding any shots, you need to bring in a guy you can trust. And clearly, Ryan was VERY trustworthy at that point last night.
He's currently two-thirds man, one-third amazing. Which, let's face it, is still a pretty good ratio.
Happy Turkey Day Folks!
Gonna be a tough matchup for the Magic, especially coming off a back to back and they’re away on the holdidays, lets see if they respond
"Don't wait to say Im gone to say I was the best"-NaS
Kristin Kreuk is the love
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Horrid offensive flow to start
Quit relying on the 3 so early
"Don't wait to say Im gone to say I was the best"-NaS
Kristin Kreuk is the love
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
Wow, I love the Chuckster but . . .
Barkley TRASHED the development, or lack thereof, of Dwight’s offensive game this year on National TV.
It was quite embarrassing and I hope Dwight sees it!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
and after that t-mobile commercial
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 8:26 PM EST up reply actions
If I had a nickel for every time Dwight's been stripped . . .
I could pay Rashard’s salary!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
lol
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 8:26 PM EST up reply actions
Defense looks horrible, Dwight already with a foul and a turnover
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
I want Dwight to establish better position.
He’s not running down to establish good position.
HOLY SH!TE! Why are we chuchking 3's with 20 seconds on the shot clock!!!!!!
F-A-I-L
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
If Sager were alive in Medieval Times he would've been a court jester.
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Rashard looks horrible defensively
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
and on offense outside 10 feet
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 8:32 PM EST up reply actions
Wow
Vince should just dribble the ball around a whole lot and then lose it out of bounds more often.
We had a chance to tie it and instead they get 3 freethrows . . .
sigh :(
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Magic 2-11 from 3 but STILL CHUCKING!!!
GO 2 DWIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
WELLLLLLLLLL . . .
All things considered, this game could be worse. I was fearing a Cavs repeat and that hasn’t materialized yet.
The Magic need to quit rushing shots and chucking 3s. They also need to BOX OUT cuz the Hawks are KILLING US on the offensive glass!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Hawks are outrebounding the Magic by 4 and are shooting 52%
…but the Magic are only down 3 pts.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 8:54 PM EST reply actions
Magic are only 3 of 13 on threes
The Hawks 3 of 6.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 8:55 PM EST reply actions
live by the 3....
"Don't wait to say Im gone to say I was the best"-NaS
Kristin Kreuk is the love
Still miss em: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvvgVn0gg1E
by Wasabi Steak on Nov 26, 2009 8:57 PM EST up reply actions
why bother even saying that?
it’s a given
I am the world's best basketball player! *
* Among those with no skills whatsoever
No doubt..
He was pretty useless for a couple minutes..
JJ should be fresh
He didn’t do a whole lot yesterday, so I’d like to see a lot of good minutes from him
I am the world's best basketball player! *
* Among those with no skills whatsoever
Dwight is killing them with his fouls
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
We are on the verge of letting this game get out of control . . .
If we keep taking quick shots ang giving up 2nd chance points and TOs!
We need to build a cushion for when our guys eventually hit the wall.
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
10 point lead for the Hawks!
VC bricks 2 jumpshots . . .
SETTLE DOWN MAGIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
I'm done watching this.
If the Magic don’t want to play, I don’t want to watch.
I am the world's best basketball player! *
* Among those with no skills whatsoever
55% shooting for the Hawks
… just 37% for the Magic. Magic are just 4 of 17 from long range.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:17 PM EST reply actions
pathetic, on the flip side Atl looks like the real deal...
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
The Magic are not a team this year.
Just a bunch of players… They may win their share of games, but against real competition – it aint happening unless something changes.
Dwight killed them this half.
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
I think the whole team is sucking
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Atlanta is doing what they should be doing
… a strong team like them, with 4 days rest, is taking advantage of a tired Magic team coming off a very emotional loss.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:19 PM EST reply actions
who else would you rather have shooting when Dwight is borderline inept
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:22 PM EST up reply actions
If we don't get our SH!TE together FAST . . .
We’re going to be fighting for the 4th or 5th seed come playoff time.
Also, what in the H3LL did B-Bass do to SVG’s mother that he can’t even get bench rotation minutes????!!!!!!!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
How is that any different than the rest of the team?
Also, shooting 52% from the floor shooting like ass?
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Yep
Because he has to get in close to get that percentage, which mucks up our offensive rhythm.
by eltharion_doa on Nov 26, 2009 9:26 PM EST up reply actions
Free throws aren't the problem tonight
…Magic are 5 of 6, Hawks are 2 of 4 from the charity stripe.
Hawks are outrebounding Magic by 6, and are outscoring the Magic by 49-34 from the field.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions
Rashard can't get a rebound at 6'9"
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:24 PM EST up reply actions
Terrible shot selection, no ball movement.
Lots of turnovers, they have lots of offensive rebounds…..the energy is just lacking tonight.
At least it's still early
We have time to fix this stuff.
Howard is the only Magic starter shooting better than .500
Rest of the starters are shooting a combined 8 of 25.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions
That's because if he doesn't get a dunk he turns the ball over
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:25 PM EST up reply actions
He's got 3 turnovers in the first half
…which is not good.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:27 PM EST up reply actions
It's horrible when the offense is supposed to run through him
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:28 PM EST up reply actions
missed box out assignments are hurting him more
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:25 PM EST up reply actions
Atlanta's ball movement is much better than the Magic
Hawks have 12 assists, Magic have just 6 assists.
Hawks have 10 TOs, Magic 9 TOs.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:26 PM EST reply actions
Who?
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:28 PM EST up reply actions
Sorry that was a reply about Rashard being 6-9 and not getting rebounds . . .
My bad!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
6'9" is being generous, trust me
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:31 PM EST up reply actions
U talkin about Rashard or Bass?
http://www.thirdquartercollapse.com/2009/11/26/1175117/tonights-game-orlando-magic-at#
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
with the way he's been shooting, can't blame him
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:30 PM EST up reply actions
They're playing like they are drunk and do not care...
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Who stole Dwight's soul?
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Maybe some witch in Africa put a curse on him this summer... some voodoo stuff...
damnit
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
perhaps
this is really the first time for many of our players that they are on an elite team…the demands, expectations, etc…
While there was an undeniable quality jump in Dwight's game between 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 seasons...
… between 2008-2009 season and the current season: not so much. At best, he is the same player he was last year.
I was truly expecting him to develop a post-up move or a reliable shot, some offensive weapon… or get better with his free throws so opponents would think twice before sending him to the line, allowing him to dunk at will.
Magic Fan since the 1992-1993 Season.
by North of the South on Nov 26, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions
He is passing better
We need to try some proper power post stuff – establish, pass in, pass out, re-establish, pass in, close shot.
by eltharion_doa on Nov 26, 2009 9:33 PM EST up reply actions
Magic starting frontcourt...
…are getting outrebounded by the Hawks’ starting frontcourt 15-9, but the Magic starting frontcourt has the scoring advantage 26-11.
The Magic starting backcourt is getting outscored 23-2 by Atlanta’s starting backcourt.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:35 PM EST reply actions
JWill pick it up!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Pietrus, too
MP and JWill are a combined 1 of 6 shooting.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:38 PM EST up reply actions
They need to get hott!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Sup guys
How’s it going?
Why do you kill threads????
by Some other guy who does not care on Nov 26, 2009 9:36 PM EST reply actions
Magic need a big comeback in the second half
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:37 PM EST up reply actions
The Magic need energy drinks!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Nice D12 shot
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nice swing-hook
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Okay, finally home from Thanksgiving with the fam.
I heard a bit of the 2nd quarter on the radio on the drive home, where we battled to take the lead, then allowed another big run just like last night to fall down 12 to end the half. Did I miss anything else? What was the cause of the run to end the quarter? Sloppy defense? Bad shot selection? Both?
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Hawks shot really well in the first half
…while the Magic went on a cold streak to end the half.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:43 PM EST up reply actions
Pietrus shooting like bad
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Lew!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
What a pass by JWill woooohoohohoo
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
nice TO = points right now
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
agreed, ball movement through dwight has been great, feed the man, he's on...
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Magic getting points off turnovers
… and they are getting back in the game down 6.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:44 PM EST reply actions
That's how they should always play. It seems so simple
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
we are actually out-offensive rebounding them
we just haven’t converted on most of the re-tries like they have (which is why we shot 37% in the first half)
We're getting TOs too
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Cause Pietrus and Lewis are throwing up airballs
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:48 PM EST up reply actions
The question is whether Rashard's defense makes up for Ryan or Brandon's rebounding..
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:47 PM EST up reply actions
that's it Dwight get pissed
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
come on VC
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Makeable shot, that was ok
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:50 PM EST up reply actions
Gotta wait for Dwight to get down there before the shot
Otherwise…nobody to rebound
They need to let the game come to them
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
MP can't cover Joe
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and too small
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:53 PM EST up reply actions
put JJ in and switch VC
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
not too many people can.... Pietrus is disadvantaged with his size and quickness
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 9:53 PM EST up reply actions
Magic are NOT capitalizing on the Hawks cold streak.
We should EASILY have tied the score by now!
Doesn’t bode well if they get hot again.
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
finally
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Where was the foul? Dwight just getting mugged down low!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Do what? Expect a foul call when you're getting pounded on?
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Get that technical.
It’s not gonna help Dwight get any more calls.
Dwight has to keep his composure there
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:54 PM EST reply actions
Shard!
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until and-1 happened
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I agree, and a travesty after the non-call on Dwight
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Hawks are shooting just 5 of 17 in the third
Magic have taken over the rebounding lead 34-30.
Magic are back in the game.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:57 PM EST reply actions
they need to keep the ball movement going into Dwight and out around the arc... VC and Shard can take it in,
Shard/Dwight – post, VC take it to the house, come on magic…
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Magic are doing well with points in the paint here in the third
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 9:58 PM EST reply actions
Every time they go to Carter in the post something good happens. I've been saying it all season.
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
Fratello made a much better coach, lol
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
I like the Magic's defense this quarter
They’re making the Hawks work for their shots.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:00 PM EST reply actions
He's the worst jumper on the team. That was embarrassing
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:01 PM EST up reply actions
No Dad, NOOO!!!!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
howard needs to grow the F up.
What is that 4 techs already this year?
it's 3 and he's playing well this half so far
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Nice Redick and VC!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
What's with JJ and all these FT misses this season?
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
I know, right? His improved play on both ends of the floor make up for it though
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:05 PM EST up reply actions
Props to the Magic for not phoning this game in, like they did vs the Cavs . . .
They kept there cool and are now in it again.
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
I WILL say though that as badly as the Hawks sucked that quarter . . .
We could easily have been up by 10 going into the 4th.
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
great quarter!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
keep it on em
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Magic end the third on a 23-8 run
…and hold the Hawks to 14 third quarter points.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:04 PM EST reply actions
Vince and Rashard have done an EXCELLENT job rebounding the ball in the second half.
And Dwight has been playing up to his abilities finally. That’s all it took.
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
They've been giving him the ball..
His attitude is always better when he gets a lot of touches.
He’s gotta get outta that though.
Hawks shoot just 6 of 20 in the third
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:05 PM EST reply actions
Magic are outrebounding the Hawks 38-31
Excellent job of rebounding by the Magic in the third as someone pointed out.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:06 PM EST reply actions
Wow!~$%
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Hey Guys..
My first time watching the game tonight. I couldn’t take the sting from last night’s loss.
Redick!
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come on FTs!
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It sure is nice seeing the Magic get the ball to D12
He’s got 13 shots attempted tonight, and has made 8 shots.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:11 PM EST reply actions
nice ball movement
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Dad has me forclempt!
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Kudos to AJ... he's doing well off the bench
5 points and 3 assists.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:14 PM EST reply actions
and I'm usually an AJ hater
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Hawks can't throw it in the ocean . . .
Magic MUST capitalize on this, STAT.
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
ft's
d-12 will always be 60% max, forget about it..
by mike in munich on Nov 26, 2009 10:14 PM EST reply actions
typical low-post player numbers
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This.
I feek he’s wasting his time working on his FTs cuz he can’t shoot any worse and should spend that time working on post moves instead.
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Yeah I mean Shaq, and other historically great big men couldn't do over 55%
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Magic need to keep up the great D they've been playing this half
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:15 PM EST reply actions
redick
he’s made himself quite the serviceable player in the NBA….didn’t see that 18 months ago…
by mike in munich on Nov 26, 2009 10:16 PM EST reply actions
...and he's got 9 pts off the bench
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:17 PM EST up reply actions
Hawks are shooting just 7 of 29 this half
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:16 PM EST reply actions
Dwight is playing his best ball of the year in the second half
It’s about f*cking time
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DaddyO's hot!
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He's making the shots he's supposed to. That's about it. He's been turrible this year.
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:20 PM EST up reply actions
Great shot, bad whistle
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F you ref
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Josh ran into him lol.
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:21 PM EST up reply actions
Because he's Dwight. I haven't been able to figure out the officiating for Dwight all year.
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At least Josh Smith is a worse FT shooter than Dwight.
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It's odd considering they both came from the same HS.
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Didn't know that. That's pretty awesome.
by pjlawrence81 on Nov 26, 2009 10:25 PM EST up reply actions
yeah they're buds
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Hard to fathom I know
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:23 PM EST up reply actions
nice Barnes
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Daddy took hi multivitamin!
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*his
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HAHAHAHHA AJ is on fire! What are the odds?
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not good, but I'll take it anytime!
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Johnson 12 pts and 3 assists off the bench
…definitely the Subway sub of the game tonight!
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:25 PM EST reply actions
Dad has 2 or 3 of these games a year. I wonder if it has anything to do with it being the Hawks who traded him 3 different times?
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Remember he had the great game against Indiana last season?
…the first game he started in place of Jameer Nelson when Jameer hurt his shoulder.
I think AJ had 25 pts that night.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:27 PM EST up reply actions
Magic bench has 26 points
…Redick with 9 and Anderson with 5 in addition to Johnson’s 12.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:26 PM EST reply actions
I want Modern Warfare II!!!
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sorry that commercial get's me going
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
There was 7:58 left yesterday when the Magic had the 11 pt lead
…only 5 minutes left here.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:29 PM EST up reply actions
Man, that's all day. ATL's young and hungry.
Then again, they don’t have Dwayne Wade.
by pjlawrence81 on Nov 26, 2009 10:30 PM EST up reply actions
So I come back in from loading up the truck
We’re moving this week, you see. And I see, oooh, Magic up by 11. Howard must be going off? Not so much. VC? Hasn’t scored this quarter. Rashard? Peaches? JJ???
DAD!!!!
no just cold
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I think Dad is just playing too good right now to come out of the game.
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No, just ineffective
AJ is having an outstanding game in Williams’ place.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:30 PM EST up reply actions
15 rebounds, 4 blocks
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:32 PM EST up reply actions
this is what he's capable of with respectable foul calling
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Daddy kickijng ass
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AJ is hooping. Last night it was J-Will...Tonight it is JJ..
Our Two-Headed monster…LOL
do these guys get any names right? lol
called dwight josh howard about 5 times and just then called vince anthony carter
Dick Stockton's getting old LOL
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:33 PM EST up reply actions
The best play by play guy on national tv
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:35 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
Alzheimer's notwithstanding
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:36 PM EST up reply actions
yes, and it's Bibby??? WTF... nice
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I get so frustrated watching him miss those 3s...
…but the man plays hard every night.
by Magic fan in Chicago on Nov 26, 2009 10:36 PM EST up reply actions
Hawks are only 3 of 7 shooting FTs tonight!
Magic are 13 of 20 from the line.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:35 PM EST reply actions
Dad will have no legs for next game. Hope JWill brings his A+ game !
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D12!
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another 3
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Yep, putting the effort in the second half really worked out.
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by North of the South on Nov 26, 2009 10:39 PM EST up reply actions
Gotta give MUCH props to SVG for some stellar coaching adjustments . . .
Magic redeemed themselves for last night 4 sure!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Since the Magic trailed 57-44 in the third...
Magic outscored the Hawks 49-19!
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:39 PM EST reply actions
Nice bounce back win after last night's disasterous ending.
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Dad gets the post game interview with Sages! lol
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17 points! He deserves it.
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by North of the South on Nov 26, 2009 10:40 PM EST up reply actions
So we beat both of the other 2 best record teams by a wide margin?
I’ll take it!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
We killed it in the 2nd, we need this all year
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With everything this team has been through...
…best record in the East isn’t too bad.
by Magic fan in Chicago on Nov 26, 2009 10:41 PM EST reply actions
is Celts and Cavs tied with Atl and us, then Cavs would own tiebreaker right?
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1. Magic 12-4
2. Celtics 11-4 3. Cavaliers 11-4 4. Hawks 11-4
by Magic fan in Chicago on Nov 26, 2009 10:43 PM EST up reply actions
That's what I like to see
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:43 PM EST up reply actions
on an interesting note though
if all 3 of those teams win their next game and we are all tied 12-4 we have beat boston and atlanta, but lost to cleveland, boston has beaten cleveland but lost to us and atlanta, and cleveland has lost to both boston and atlanta but beaten us….so who wins that tiebreaker? lol
Has anyone seen our upcoming schedule. If we bring any type of energy, we should roll through our next five games easily!
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This definitely takes the sting off last night!
Magic outrebounded Hawks 53-41 after being outrebounded 26-19 in the first half.
Talk about a dramatic turnaround… wow!
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:42 PM EST reply actions
HUUUUUUUGE WIN. Hawks were the best statistical team in the league
Credit Dwight, AJ, and Vince & Rashard’s rebounding in the second half. LOCKDOWN D after halftime. 25 points in the second half for ATL. Superb.
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Hopefully tonight showed that Dwight didn't regress or any of that nonsense.
Like I said countless times, Howard’s problem has been trouble. He fixes that, he’ll be fine.
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foul trouble*
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that is true, it's what he can do when fouls aren't a problem
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22 pts, 17 boards, and 4 blocks
That’s the Dwight we all know and love!
He had 5 turnovers, but only 2 in the second half.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:45 PM EST up reply actions
He was Superman.
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Who said he regressed? We've been saying he hasn't played up to potential, which is obvious after tonight's stellar perfromance.
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:44 PM EST up reply actions
There were a number of people that said he's regressed on offense, which is far from true.
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the only thing that regressed were his minutes from foul trouble!
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and his block% and effort
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:51 PM EST up reply actions
Yeah, but like I said, that'll balance out in the end.
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Ahhhh it's hard to get worse at age 24
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:51 PM EST up reply actions
Apparently it's possible, according to some.
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Dwight May end up leading the league in rebounds in the next hour or so
depending on how well Joakim Noah plays right now
I think it had a little bit to do with focus as well. All you have to do is look at what he did last year in the playoffs when he decides to be focused and energetic on both ends of the court.
He didn’t all of a sudden lose that ability. He’s just making some foolish decisions and gambles on defense and is allowing his lack of touches on the defensive end affect his overall game.
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Spot-on assessment. I agree.
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I'm glad Dwight broke out of his funk
and became the go-to guy and defensive anchor we know and love him for.
Helps when he stayed out of foul trouble and was able to get into the rhythm of the game.
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Absolutely.
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:46 PM EST up reply actions
Hawks shoot an icy 11 of 45 in the second half
Again, the Magic defense deserves credit for contesting most of the Hawks’ shots, and rebounding most of the Hawks’ misses.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:44 PM EST reply actions
Credit? I would go as far as to say the Magic's D deserves to be the god of a new religion.
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:45 PM EST up reply actions
LOL
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:46 PM EST up reply actions
Orlando deserves more than credit.
The defense was absolutely stifling in the second half.
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Hence the new religion suggestion
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:52 PM EST up reply actions
LOL
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I left My Buddies at halftime
To come home to 79-71/
Thankful Indeed!
Keep pumpin, ain't worried bout nuttin
Busters thought we was frontin, so reload and keep dumpin
Keep Sleeping on Orlando...
Can't wait to see Jennings shred Orlando. I'm predicting 30-35 for him.
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:49 PM EST up reply actions
we gotta shut him down with D like tonight!
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I don't know about that.
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I'm not suggesting the Bucks win the game, just that Jennings goes off.
They’re missing Bogut and Redd, they won’t be able to stop the Magic, who in my opinion have won seven straight.
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 11:12 PM EST up reply actions
The problem is that he's pretty much all the Bucks have right now with the injuries to Redd and Bogut.
We shouldn’t have a problem putting them away even with a big night by Jennings.
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Jennings can't do it alone.
Gadzuric, Ilyasova, Delfino, Bell. Not exactly murderer’s row.
by Magic fan in Chicago on Nov 26, 2009 10:56 PM EST up reply actions
Magic wound up 10 of 31 on threes
…after going just 4 of 17 in the first half.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:48 PM EST reply actions
Considering what a tough losswe had last night, the Hawks 4 days of rest,
and that we’re still w/out our starting pg, I’d say tonight was an EXCELLENT win indeed!
Sigh . . . Now I need new AVATAR!
Magic hold the Hawks to 25 second half points
That’s gotta be one of the best defensive efforts in a half in franchise history!
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:49 PM EST reply actions
How about Anthony Johnson? Told ya'll to give him some time.
I know it’s one game but clearly he’s still got some game.
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I'll admit I've been hatin' on Dad... maybe we should alternate guards for each game, give the old guys some rest?
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LOL, maybe.
It’s huge he stepped up because J-Will needs all the rest he can get. Can’t afford to wear him out.
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We can if AJ plays like this every night lol
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:53 PM EST up reply actions
I don't know about that.
I think the key is for Dad to do that some nights just to give J-Will less pressure on offense.
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I think inside-out through Dwight opened a lot up tonight!
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Yeah, that was the key.
Give it to the big fella and let him go to work.
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The Ball movement in and through D12 was perfecto tonight, reminded me of playoffs!
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Yup.
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How about AJ? He was fantastic
17 pts on 6 of 10 shooting along with 3 assists.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:51 PM EST up reply actions
Which is a welcome change from horrid start
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:52 PM EST up reply actions
76 total minutes, 13 total points. Ouch.
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by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 10:55 PM EST up reply actions
not to take away anything from AJ as he had a fantastic game
but the atlanta defense was virtually non-existant in the 2nd half. they were letting their offensive troubles affect their play on the defensive end and not putting forth a lot of effort defensively.
No, but he produced when he had the opportunity to do so.
Like make the open shot, for instance, which he did a few times.
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oh yes absolutely he was incredible
he took the ball to the hoop a couple times and made the layups which was just what we needed tonight
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They could not stop D12 in the second half
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:55 PM EST up reply actions
Nope, and I figured that would happen because Horford and Pachulia can't guard him.
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typically an atlanta game against orlando goes like this
we get the ball into dwight to start the game, and horford goes to the bench with foul trouble 3-4 minutes in and then zaza comes in and stays on till he gets his fouls then horford comes back in picks up another quick foul and ends up playing about 12 minutes all night.
I really like how D12 played in the second half
… he was really confident in his post moves and played great defense as well.
I didn’t like the T he picked up, but he regained his focus right away and didn’t let it bother him, like he has on several occasions in other games.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:59 PM EST up reply actions
Yeah, he was poised.
You could see his confidence growing as the game progressed.
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I liked the T
I like that he got heated up, then translated it to the court… He needed that… Sometimes you gotta scream, and then play… Time to hit reset, tune everything out and play D. That’s what D12 did…
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I don't mind the emotion, he just needs to be careful with the T's.
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turnovers
we had 10 turnovers at halftime (i think) and finished the game with 12, i think this is a great stat.
You're close... I think the Magic had 9 first half TOs
Your point is well-taken about how they took much better care of the ball in the second half.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 10:57 PM EST up reply actions
Orlando played with much better focus, effort, and energy in the second half.
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Can't forget about Redick, either. Another efficient outing from him off the bench.
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Yeah, Matt played excellent defense.
That’s all the Magic need from Barnes. The offense is a bonus.
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Yeah...I'm glad to see Barnes getting more playing time...
I think he can do a lot of good things for this team.
by MightyMouth on Nov 26, 2009 11:03 PM EST up reply actions
Games like this is why he IS the Superman... and not WAS the Superman (like Shaq)
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speaking of Dwight
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Watching this Bulls/Jazz game, I like this Taj Gibson kid!
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How was everyone's Thanksgiving?
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great I did a turkey and full meal (wife is sick)
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I had company over....I'm definitely full...
I don’t know about waking up for Black Friday anymore…LOL
by MightyMouth on Nov 26, 2009 11:03 PM EST up reply actions
Hope she feels better!
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Good stuff.
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Hope you had a good one, E
The Magic win I’m very thankful for :-)
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 11:04 PM EST up reply actions
Yeah, it was good - spent time with the fam. Magic win was the icing on the cake for me.
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Good to hear
Glad everyone enjoyed the holiday.
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by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 11:06 PM EST up reply actions
We are #1 record in NBA?
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No, Phoenix.
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I thought Phoenix was 11-4?
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nevermind 12-3
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
still our record is a lot better than it could be, let's keep this defensive momentum
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
That second half defense was intense.
by Magic fan in Chicago on Nov 26, 2009 11:06 PM EST up reply actions
On a back-to-back no less.
Against a team with four days of rest. That’s a gutsy effort.
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
I agree... maybe a statement game to ourselves
can’t wait for post game from SVG… and the boys
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Oh, I'm sure the coach will be thrilled.
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
maybe Magic website?
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Well we crushed PHX so what does that tell you?
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 11:15 PM EST up reply actions
12-3.
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
lol
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
LOL. A barrage of comments, like a pack of wolves ready to prove you wrong.
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
NBA fans, I love it!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
at least we beat Phoenix!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
57 points, 31 boards for the Magic starting frontcourt
Atlanta’s starting frontcourt only had 22 points and 23 boards.
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 11:03 PM EST reply actions
But lost to the Cavs and Heat at home on national TV.
:(
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Can't win 'em all!
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And those were our only two home losses of the season.
:(
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
On a related note, we have an identical road and home record at 6-2!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
we'll get 'em on the flip side when it matters more!
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
well the Cavs game should have an asterisk
and the loss to the Heat was more about not taking the game too seriously
well no Shard for the Cavs
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
They beat Miami.
It's not a dunk unless your hand makes contact with the rim. Yeah, I'm talkin' to you, "Superman..."
by ben_gleicher on Nov 26, 2009 11:17 PM EST up reply actions
No, not really. In your mind, you can think that all you want, but the record books with forever show that the Magic lost that game. Get over it!
NBA Championship or bust in '09-10!!!! GO MAGIC!!!!
Alright folks, figured I'd step in and see how everyone was doing. Hope ya'll have a goodnight!
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
you too, Happy Turkey day (not for Turkoglu!~~ lol)
Bucs: Raheem will become relevant when his actions speak louder than his words. Gators: National Champions! Magic: Stop getting injured!
Thanks!
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"The second unit is kind of crazy because the second unit is only white guys." - Marcin Gortat
Everyone have a good rest-of-the night
Take it easy on Black Friday.
Looking forward to the Magic games this weekend!
"Orlando Magic... 2009 Eastern Conference Champions"
by Mike from Illinois on Nov 26, 2009 11:08 PM EST reply actions
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