Game Thread: Suns vs Blazers
by Seth Pollack on Oct 14, 2009 9:49 AM MDT
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Phoenix Suns at Portland Trail Blazers, Oct 14, 2009 8:00 PM MDT
Phoenix Suns @ Portland Trail Blazers
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2009, 8:00 PM MDT
Memorial Coliseum - Portland, OR
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The Portland Trailblazers face two big questions going into this season.
The first is Greg Oden. Oden in three preseason games is leading his team in scoring with 15 points per game on 51% shooting and he's grabbing almost 10 rebounds and playing 24 minutes. His block rate is down but so are his fouls. If Oden can reach his potential the Blazers are going to be a very good team for a long time.
But would anyone be surprised at this point if Greg only played 20 games this season? He's a guy who's track record leaves a lot to be desired.
For now though, he's on the court and the Suns big man isn't so look for GOden to go nuts against Amare, Frye, Amundson and Clark tonight. The only thing the Suns can do against him is run even faster.
The second question for the Blazers is how they deal with having a target on their back. So many times, we've seen young teams exceed expectations one year and then struggle the following once the bar has been raised.
With three point guards battling for position and talented guys like Rudy and Travis coming off the bench it will be a challenge for them to be keep their heads when things go bad. And things always go bad at some point or another. It's how you react that matters most. Last year the Suns fell apart in the face of adversity. Nate McMillian and his young leaders are going to have to be on top of their game off the court as well as on.
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Foulaholic
I’m surprised to hear that Oden’s fouls are down – especially with the way the temporary refs have been blowing the whistle. I’ll have to see it to believe it.
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 11:11 AM MDT reply actions 1 recs
Imagine if the Blazers were smart enough to pick Durant.
I get it. The city wanted Oden, a big affable center on a team full of guards and swingmen, and in an area that loved basketball and wanted a player who was likable, especially after the Jailbazers years. I get that.
But anyone who’s seen Kevin Durant play would have instantly known that he was gonna be a cold blooded killer who loves basketball, just isn’t always comfortable with media.
I hope Oden stays healthy, but his ceiling is pretty low. I’d be content with him putting up 12/11/2 for his career, and that’s sad. Durant? 25/7/4 easy for his career, and that’s taking into account his first and last years, not just his prime.
I know Portland had too many guys at the spot, but you pick the best avaialble and make it work or trade off pieces for draft picks to keep the team young over a period of time. That’s what Oklahoma City has done. Now OKC has a sick nucleus (even Harden, who I’ve seen play several times and am not impressed with. He’s good, but I can’t see him really being great) of young guys who can play together for the next half decade at least (if their contracts can match up).
Good luck Portland, but I think your time is over.
by Max Simbron on Oct 14, 2009 11:12 AM MDT reply actions 1 recs
The time hasnt even started yet
Trade for Luis Amundson!!Do it KP!!
by CroRupt on Oct 14, 2009 5:49 PM MDT up reply actions 17 recs
Defense First
Kevin Durant’s +/- disagrees with this post.
by mballer225 on Oct 14, 2009 6:14 PM MDT up reply actions 13 recs
Over?
One season of Oden and our time is up?
lebron.fanboy
by Starvin' Marvin on Oct 14, 2009 6:20 PM MDT up reply actions 10 recs
The Blazers are decent I guess.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 6:25 PM MDT up reply actions 9 recs
I totally agree with you!
I go bump in the night.
by IamWATCHINGyouSLEEP on Oct 14, 2009 6:36 PM MDT up reply actions 5 recs
So do I! Go Blazers!!!
GULP.
by iLOVEgreasyEGGROLLS on Oct 14, 2009 6:37 PM MDT up reply actions 5 recs
Whoa. Two recs and it turned green? Awesome!
by Corvid on Oct 14, 2009 6:38 PM MDT up reply actions 8 recs
Imagine what BEdge would be like if you only needed two recs to go green.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 6:47 PM MDT up reply actions 8 recs
Come on the Suns fans want some love too. Why don't we rec the people who don't trash on Oden?
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 6:49 PM MDT up reply actions 7 recs
-1
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 6:50 PM MDT up reply actions 4 recs
But Channing is on their team!
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 6:50 PM MDT up reply actions 7 recs
rec
nearly got hit with a t shirt cannon t shirt while typing
worse than travis
-Ben.
by rockingharder on Oct 14, 2009 6:51 PM MDT up reply actions 5 recs
thats true...
I love the Suns.. :)
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 6:51 PM MDT up reply actions 3 recs
peer pressure ftw!
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 6:54 PM MDT up reply actions 3 recs
Oden will win more rings than Durant will playoff games
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 6:43 PM MDT up reply actions 11 recs
Fught stupid with stupid. I like it
The Natural = SELFISH
The Golden Boy = SELFISH
Mr. Sonic = SELFISH
The Texan = SELFISH
Android = SELFISH
by The Pirate on Oct 14, 2009 6:44 PM MDT up reply actions 3 recs
Let's wait until after Oden has his way with Channing tonight to make assumptions.
And yes, I realize that quote might make me look silly after the game… but I don’t think so.
nearly got hit with a t shirt cannon t shirt while typing
worse than travis
-Ben.
by rockingharder on Oct 14, 2009 6:44 PM MDT up reply actions 3 recs
hahaha
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 6:47 PM MDT up reply actions 4 recs
REC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"Aneurysm".
When Outlaw wins a game on a last-second shot, it’s called an "annthefaneurysm". QualityPie
by annthefan on Oct 14, 2009 7:07 PM MDT up reply actions 2 recs
Today's Suns Meditation from Sun Tzu
In order to make your defense quite safe, you must defend EVEN those places that are not likely to be attacked.
Wondering what to drink to during suns games...
by ZonaFlash on Oct 14, 2009 11:19 AM MDT reply actions 2 recs
Good insight young grasshoppa! You must learn to tread softly and let victory come to you… then you take a charge…
by SunsFTW on Oct 14, 2009 11:21 AM MDT up reply actions 2 recs
before you can learn from my teachings
I must teach to you to learn.
by Fritzy on Oct 14, 2009 5:20 PM MDT reply actions 2 recs
Hey, Bright Side of the Sun!
Here’s to a great preseason game tonight. I see that some of my fellow Blazer fans have already found their way over here from Blazer’s Edge; feel free to contribute to our gameday thread as well!
Hopefully it’s a great game tonight – for both teams. Go Blazers!
nearly got hit with a t shirt cannon t shirt while typing
worse than travis
-Ben.
by rockingharder on Oct 14, 2009 6:49 PM MDT reply actions 6 recs
Well right now the Lakers, Celtics, Cavs, and Magic are greater than the Blazers.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 7:27 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
no one is better than us until they beat this current team this year...
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 7:28 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well I guess the Clippers are better than us.
=(
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 7:29 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
But they're the only ones!
1. LA Clippers
2. Portland Trail Blazers
3 – 30. Everyone else
nearly got hit with a t shirt cannon t shirt while typing
worse than travis
-Ben.
by rockingharder on Oct 14, 2009 7:33 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
Now the Suns are too :)
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 11:04 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
first time anybody has ever typed that
“Well I guess the Clippers are better than us.”
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 7:52 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Damn
I turn my head for 10 minutes and our entire thread has been Leprechaun’d by the BE Army…uh, welcome fellas.
Have a nice season
Blogging Suns Basketball . twitter: @phoenixstan
by Seth Pollack on Oct 14, 2009 7:08 PM MDT reply actions 3 recs
You're a good sport.
"Aneurysm".
When Outlaw wins a game on a last-second shot, it’s called an "annthefaneurysm". QualityPie
by annthefan on Oct 14, 2009 7:10 PM MDT up reply actions 4 recs
this sort of thing does tend to happen with us
by Magnum on Oct 14, 2009 7:12 PM MDT up reply actions 2 recs
More often than not.
Chuck Norris' tears cure cancer. Too bad he has never cried.
by FiveOhThree-RipCity!! on Oct 14, 2009 7:45 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
.. ignorant question alert
Being a new guy… Why do they turn green?
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 11:03 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
they get rec'ed
Libertarianism is just Anarchy for rich people
by Murcy on Oct 15, 2009 8:21 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was thinking...
….the exact same thing…
by SunsFTW on Oct 14, 2009 11:25 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm glad Channing found a nice home, without Shaq. I'll miss him in Portland
"Aneurysm".
When Outlaw wins a game on a last-second shot, it’s called an "annthefaneurysm". QualityPie
by annthefan on Oct 14, 2009 7:09 PM MDT reply actions 4 recs
me too
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 7:10 PM MDT up reply actions 3 recs
At least Channing is posting on his blog again. By the way, y'all at BSOTS should check out his blog.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 7:15 PM MDT up reply actions 2 recs
Big-time rec!
He’s not just a good basketball player – he’s a veritable Buffet of Goodness!
nearly got hit with a t shirt cannon t shirt while typing
worse than travis
-Ben.
by rockingharder on Oct 14, 2009 7:16 PM MDT up reply actions 2 recs
Yes
I’ve gotten several tips on local sushi joints from Channing….he’s now my primary source for all raw fish matters in Scottsdale
Blogging Suns Basketball . twitter: @phoenixstan
by Seth Pollack on Oct 14, 2009 7:20 PM MDT up reply actions 2 recs
The iconic quote from Channing
Is Greg favoring his knee?
Channing/he favors dunking on your head,thats what he favors
by southern oregon on Oct 14, 2009 7:16 PM MDT reply actions 4 recs
hehe... man that was good
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 7:17 PM MDT up reply actions 2 recs
Why is this game not on TV!?
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 7:18 PM MDT reply actions 3 recs
REC!!!
nearly got hit with a t shirt cannon t shirt while typing
worse than travis
-Ben.
by rockingharder on Oct 14, 2009 7:23 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
because...
I don’t think they invented television cameras until after they built the Rose Garden.
The MC is a relic. There aren’t even showers in the Blazers locker room.
Bring the bling to Rip City, Natch'
Trade John Canzano!
by richardb on Oct 14, 2009 7:56 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
If you'd like to listen to the Blazer radio feed,
someone has it here on justin.tv. That’s what the Blazersedgers are listening to.
nearly got hit with a t shirt cannon t shirt while typing
worse than travis
-Ben.
by rockingharder on Oct 14, 2009 8:08 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 8:08 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
Now it will go really slow =[.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 8:09 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
955 sounds WAY better... but its behind so I don't like it :(
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 8:11 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
They didn't cut off the feed?
nearly got hit with a t shirt cannon t shirt while typing
worse than travis
-Ben.
by rockingharder on Oct 14, 2009 8:13 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
nope
http://www.955thegame.com/Multimedia/Listen_Live/
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 8:13 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
nm... maybe they did
I don't hate the Lakers, I hate their stupid fans.
by In Walks Rudy on Oct 14, 2009 8:16 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone going to the game Friday?
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
by Turambar on Oct 14, 2009 8:30 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
I will be there
up on the 2nd deck – 4 dollar tickets from RazorGator! – that’s how I roll!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 10:45 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
At least Brandon Roy isn't going
go drop 52 on us
Blogging Suns Basketball . twitter: @phoenixstan
by Seth Pollack on Oct 14, 2009 9:38 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
There's still 9 minutes left!
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 10:01 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good game, but don't let this fool you. We will destroy your souls the next time we meet.
=)
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 10:22 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
You mean next week
when our bench works you again – Or in December when Oden is out injured again?
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 10:44 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
Well that was mean. Why do you think Oden will get injured again? And do you honestly think that you have a deeper bench?
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 11:10 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blazers>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Suns
Roy, Aldridge, Oden, Rudy, Batum, Outlaw, Webster, Bayless, Blake, Miller, Joel... Holy crap!
by axel360 on Oct 14, 2009 11:14 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
the Blazers shoot imaginary arrows at the Suns?
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 11:44 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
awesome :D
Libertarianism is just Anarchy for rich people
by Murcy on Oct 15, 2009 8:21 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
And you have to remember that this is only the preseason. The Cavs lost to the Wiz, OKC defeated Miami, and the Spurs fell to the mighty Clippers.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 11:14 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
HAHAHA
I understand you’re in “it’s JUST preseason” mode because you lost tonight – - – but let me explain -
The Cavs lost. Why? LeBron, D.West, M.Williams —→DND
The Heat lost. Why? D.Wade —→DNP
The Spurs lost. Why? They haven’t found out how to pay off the temporary refs quite yet – but give them some time…
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 11:43 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm in "it's just preseason" mode because the preseason does not matter much.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 11:53 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
2008 - Minnesota 6-2
2008 - Detroit 6-2
2007 - Indiana 6-2
2007 - Atlanta 7-1
2006 - Orlando 6-2
2006 - Golden State 5-1
None of those teams went on to win 65% + of their games.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 14, 2009 11:58 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh Cool?
65% of 82 regular season games is 53 games. Last year only 8 teams in the league won 53 or more games.
3 in the Eastern Conference (home of 4 of the teams you mentioned)
and
5 in the West…
Winning 65% of your games is no small task. Good try though my lost BE friend.
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 15, 2009 12:04 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
None of those teams went on to win 52% of their games. It's okay my lost BSOTS friend.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 15, 2009 12:07 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good Recovery
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 15, 2009 12:10 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Plus - it was key players v. key players in the end tonight -
It was the defense of our bench that forced your turnovers and missed baskets – preseason or not – you brought out the Big Guns in the 4th – we countered and blanked you outright.
P.s. – Did Jared Dudley shut down B.Roy or what? Nah. It’s just preseason…
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 11:53 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
The blazers only plan on going what? 8-9 deep all season?
We plan on going 10-11 deep almost every game. Therefore we have a deeper bench. you may have more talent on your bench, but ours is still deeper ;)
by SunsFTW on Oct 14, 2009 11:29 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
Wow, didnt watch/listen to the game, but wow
I went to the movies to see Toy Story in 3D. Got home just in time to watch the box score turn to “Final.” I am severely impressed. I can tell we played with great poise and hustle. Look at those Steals and Blocks!!!! 11 Steals and 7 Blocks. This is the Phx Suns we’re talking about, right? Amare and Nash both having 20+ pt games? Was tonight the “work-on-steve/amare-pick’n’roll-night?” Who the heck is Carlos Powell!?! Not a bad lookin box score, Carlos. As for the rest of the team, keep up the good work. The leash will be taken off soon enough, and then you can unleash your fury onto the rest of the league (and world). evil laugh
by KnowGood on Oct 14, 2009 10:35 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
It was LB and Nash with 20
But Amare had 3 blocks and … 2 Rebounds? What the?
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 10:42 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah seriously...
How can Amare get 2 rebounds in over 30 minutes of PT???
by SunsFTW on Oct 14, 2009 11:33 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Done of which were defensive rebounds might I add…
by SunsFTW on Oct 14, 2009 11:33 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've seen him play twice now live
and it really looks like his legs aren’t quite at the strength or explosiveness he’s had in the past… but 2 rebounds is bad no doubt. I’d have to watch the game to see if it’s lack of effort or something else
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 14, 2009 11:49 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
So how is saying Amare might not have got as many rebounds due to lack of effort any different than saying that the Blazers might have lost because they don't care that much about preseason games?
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 15, 2009 12:00 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm not trying to take anything away from your win. All I'm saying is that you shouldn't jump to conclusions because of one victory.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 15, 2009 12:02 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Conclusions?
I didn’t jump to any conclusions. You did – remember?
" Good game, but don’t let this fool you. We will destroy your souls the next time we meet."
That was you jumping to conclusions. Not me. :)
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 15, 2009 12:08 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
It was playful banter. Jesus do I have to spell everything out? Do you take everything you read seriously?
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 15, 2009 12:10 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Practice what you preach or get off the pulpit then
Remember this —>
You mean next week when when our bench works you again – Or in December when Oden is out injured again?
…. But that wasn’t playful banter. Come on now don’t get all Przyzzybilla Gorilla on me now :)
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 15, 2009 12:16 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
This conversation is pointless. Have fun doing what ever you do.
Love.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 15, 2009 12:17 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
sometimes suns fans can get a bit high strung..
we have alot of issues to work out..but for the most part the blazers have our respect because they tend to piss off the lakers during the season, and that’s good enough for me.
I wish I could have seen the game, it sounds like both teams played well..I’m looking forward to our match ups in the regular season…
by Fritzy on Oct 15, 2009 12:27 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
guilty
the Blazers are one of my favorite teams after the Suns – I’ll admit I’m high strung – but I just couldn’t imagine we let the BE swarm and infect our thread without a counter – I’m new to BSOTS – I guess I’ll have to tone it down.
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 15, 2009 12:35 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like that enthusiasm
just save the venom for when the spurs or lakers come to town ;-)
by Fritzy on Oct 15, 2009 12:45 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Eutychus....
You did jump on the guy….lighten up its pre season my man!
by dontTradeAaronNelson! on Oct 15, 2009 12:26 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
was I that bad?
I’ve been jonesing for Suns basketball bad this year…
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Oct 15, 2009 12:38 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Na
probably not its just tough to read into the tone banter going back and forth. I think you guys just were on different wave lengths : )
by dontTradeAaronNelson! on Oct 15, 2009 1:18 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
You weren't bad at all. We're just trying to defend our teams. Nuthin' wrong with that.
Love.
by L-TrainFTW! on Oct 15, 2009 8:03 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
ah...
it is nice to wake up to some blog love in the morning…. hugs and kisses to all!
Blogging Suns Basketball . twitter: @phoenixstan
by Seth Pollack on Oct 15, 2009 8:21 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am wondering
If its not the fact that he was playing against Oden. Frye didn’t fare well either in this category. I have only seen Amare play for a bit but its clear that he is still off. Yet I can’t disagree at all, 2 rebs in 30 mins? Not good. Even 5 rebs would have been ok considering the team they were playing against. The Suns got rocked on the boards no doubt, but dominated every other aspect of the game. FG, 3pt, stls, blks, asst. So I am not too concerned about it. Lots of hustle apparently, which is what I like to see.
Go read a book!
by N8lol on Oct 15, 2009 7:15 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
No doubt that the hustle is there, even in preseason. It’s great to see!
by SunsFTW on Oct 15, 2009 9:23 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
except, of course...
The Suns got outrebounded by Partizan Belgrade.
The only rebounds I care about are offensive boards, from either team. If we can limit an opponent’s 2nd chance points, we’ll do well. Otherwise, we’ll flail.
"True glory consists of doing what deserves to be written, and writing what deserves to be read".
by Pliny the Elder on Oct 15, 2009 9:48 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah...
I noticed that too. But did you see Partizan? Bunch of big Euros man. Slow, lanky dudes. I am not surprised they out rebounded us. And in that game Amare had what 6 bounds in less minutes.
Yeah I see that. We need to be grabbing every defensive board there is. Nothing more detrimental to an opposing teams morale than to be scored on on nearly every possession and not be able to get second chances when you miss. As long as we keep their guys off of our boards I think we will be ok.
Go read a book!
by N8lol on Oct 16, 2009 7:54 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
size helps, but rebounding isn't about that...
it’s mostly about positioning, anticipation, aggression and desire. Wooden once said speed beats size.
It’s why Rodman is the best rebounder “of all times”, why Barkley in his prime was a great rebounder, and it’s why players like Kidd and Rondo can outrebound players like Amare.
It’s not well known, but Rodman was one of the great students and tape viewers in the NBA. He spent hours watching other players shoot, and evaluating their tendencies.
"True glory consists of doing what deserves to be written, and writing what deserves to be read".
by Pliny the Elder on Oct 16, 2009 8:46 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Interesting
I honestly wonder if Amare could get something from watching the tapes of the players he is about to play against. You think he could average more bounds?
Go read a book!
by N8lol on Oct 16, 2009 10:02 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Entertaining game last night Suns Fans.
I was there to see it first hand. Nash hasn’t lost a step. Looks like your chemistry might be back. Have a good season.
Go Blazers!
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by Net Ranger on Oct 15, 2009 12:35 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
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