Game Thread: Suns vs Spurs
by Seth Pollack on Dec 15, 2009 6:21 PM MST
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PrintSan Antonio Spurs at Phoenix Suns, Dec 15, 2009 7:00 PM MST
Coaches Notes:
- Both coaches spent a bit of time talking about each other. Their history goes back 30 plus years to Kansas St
- Gentry said that any time a guy has a Russian Literature degree you know he's going to do something special
- J-Rich will give it a go and see how he does
- Gentry called the Spurs the smartest team in the league as far as gamesmanship. He said they don't beat themselves
- Gentry has a home in San Antonio still and spends some time there but not much anymore
- Asked if he ever talks to Duncan about that three in the 2008 playoff series Gentry said, "I don't talk about that"
- Gentry said they would try everything with the Spurs and that Pop is a "straight line guy" who will make you adjust to him
You really have to listen to this interview of Popovich yourself. Hilarious (best part about Nash is at the end)
- First Pop slams me for asking him how he plans on defending Channing at the three asking why I was special enough to tell me. I thought it was funny but he looked pretty serious. That's Pop. Poorly worded question gets slapped back hard. Love it.
- I later asked about Nash's tweet from this morning about his unusual employment history. First Pop goes off on Nash for tweeting - "Steve Nash should not tweet. He's a competitor, not a tweeter" and then gave a great answer about scouting Soviet basketball courts.
- "He's absolutely correct. I spent all my military time in Russian basketball courts in different cities collecting as many out of bounds plays as I possibly could."
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Unrelated to the game ...
but I’m really hoping Kerr takes advantage of Golden State’s fire-sale and snags Anthony Randolph. That is all.
anyone know if this can be found online?
for free? lol…. im at work until 10…. baaahhh
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
thanks panama!
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
how come all i get from the atdhe feed
is a rainbow screen?
Until spring training starts - let's go Cardinals and Suns!
er me too...
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
The season never officially starts to me until we play the Spurs..
It’s pretty fitting that its the magical 25th game.
by brian13 on Dec 15, 2009 6:58 PM MST reply actions 1 recs
AMAZING OBVSERVATION!!
I LOVE IT
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I'm here now...
i was occupied
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
No dog kicking!
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by Seth Pollack on Dec 15, 2009 7:08 PM MST up reply actions
good contest idea
Robin’s fouls per minute rate
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by Seth Pollack on Dec 15, 2009 7:11 PM MST up reply actions
I'm going to say he picks of 3 in 3 minutes again
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
It might be me
but the cheer leaders seems to be getting thicker as the year progresses
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anybody got a working link?
adthe.net isn’t working for me. not even a choppy stream..
Until spring training starts - let's go Cardinals and Suns!
i just noticed
poppovich looks like the bad guy from the SAW movies, not the clown.
by Gorilla Game on Dec 15, 2009 7:20 PM MST via mobile reply actions
News Flash
Amare still can’t guard Duncan in the post
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Frye got a little excited there..
had Nash right next to him and should have dumped it off for him to lead the break.
stat playing angry ball.
nice to see him go after boards.
by Gorilla Game on Dec 15, 2009 7:23 PM MST via mobile reply actions
When someone concentrates that much before a free throw
you expect they would shoot a better percentage
Pop said he's been known to pull the plug early
Spurs play tomorrow in GSW
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SUPER active hands by everyone tonight
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
the team looks so fresh and so clean clean
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
FROSTY THE DRAGON FTW!!!
G-FLOP AIR BALLS IT ON THE FLIP SIDE!! HAHA
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
dragic taking page out of nash's book
by Gorilla Game on Dec 15, 2009 7:33 PM MST via mobile reply actions
i mean frosty.
not hip with todays lingo.
by Gorilla Game on Dec 15, 2009 7:34 PM MST via mobile up reply actions
he's looking extra frosty tonight too with the D on G-Flop
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
but faster
Dragic explodes on the first step and gets to the rim FAST
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by Seth Pollack on Dec 15, 2009 7:37 PM MST up reply actions
He's got that sneaky speed
you think he’s uncoordinated and loafy… then BAM – frosty bites your head off
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
SWEET LOU WITH THE HUSTLE SAVE - THEN THE HUSTLE O BOARD WITH THE AND 1!!!!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
haha fo sho
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
AMAZING FIRST QUARTER
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
NASH FTW WITH THE SICK SPIN FADE
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
MV3 ... NUFF SAID
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Lou’s game makes me scream with delight like a pre-pubescent girl at a Jonas Brothers concert. Love that guy.
by keify34 on Dec 15, 2009 7:36 PM MST reply actions 3 recs
sustainability - not just a green movement - ITS A MUTHER FATHER SUNS MOVEMENT
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Don't be a Debbie Downer
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I think I heard Amare scream "MAX CONTRACT" as he came into the game..
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
by Eutychus on Dec 15, 2009 7:40 PM MST reply actions 1 recs
Dejuan blair is like a better Tractor Traylor
http://www.nba.com/playerfile/robert_traylor/
They even look a little alike.
by brian13 on Dec 15, 2009 7:40 PM MST reply actions 1 recs
They need to pick up the pace again - the game slows and things don't flow
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
IDK
I think the 2nd unit is doing a good job keeping up the pace…missed some shots but no let down in energy or tempo
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by Seth Pollack on Dec 15, 2009 7:43 PM MST up reply actions
Yeah - i think you're right... it was just a few plays before the last timeout I was freaking out about
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Clark checking into the game
after this time out
lets see how quick Gentry’s hook is for him
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seriously -
Is his work ethic in practice improving at all? Or his intensity? You’ve got the inside scoop Stan I’m counting on you!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
What's 'cop a strop' !? haha
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Maybe that's the reason for Amare's 8 rebounds already - he's got to face the TWEEPS after the game!! haha
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Here comes ROLO!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
and Clark goes out
after blowing a defensive assignment
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Frosty with the 3 !!!
Nice touch
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
It stuck with me from the last game thread
against the Nuggets – I can’t remember who it was – maybe Stan came up with it. I like it – FROSTY THE DRAGON FTW!!
He’s playing some initial D on Parker – his first foul was a crappy call – the second one right here was a good foul
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I hate Mason
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
dragic?? nice.
Crashing the [message] boards from the heart of Spurs Nation, San Antonio, Texas. GO SUNS!
FROSTY FOR 33??????
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
FROSTY!!
bringin’ the blizzard tonight!
by TheBigCh33se on Dec 15, 2009 7:52 PM MST reply actions 3 recs
Suns D on Parker not working.
He blows by the hard show and turns the corner before Dragic and get to him
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I like Eddie House
Not sure why
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Well -
He’s pretty pasty white – and he’s as smooth as ICE – FROSTY
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
maybe theirs more to it...
x-mas?
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I don't think I shake the Dragon though
So that’s why I call him Frosty the Dragon… heck when he makes sweet assists I might call him Magic Dragic – the fool is deserving some fly nick names
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
haha definitely!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
as long as he's missing shots I think that's ok
Crashing the [message] boards from the heart of Spurs Nation, San Antonio, Texas. GO SUNS!
he got away with holding Frye's arm down on that last Offensive Board attempt
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
half way to tacos
and still 4:04 left in the half
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by Seth Pollack on Dec 15, 2009 7:57 PM MST reply actions 1 recs
tacotacotaco
wish I were there
Crashing the [message] boards from the heart of Spurs Nation, San Antonio, Texas. GO SUNS!
I HATE MASON
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
yeah and his hair... I wish he would JRich his hand...
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Frye with the hesitation 3 - he usually messes those up
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
DRAGIC FOR THREEEE!!!! OH. MY. FROSTY
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
That's that extra work after practice
CHANNING WITH THE THREEEEEE
HARD WORK PAYING OFF
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
NO coincidence that both Frye and Dragic are lighting it up
They were both staying after working on their shot
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I logged in just to talk about them in practice
and you beat me to it :(
by Wichita SunSteeler on Dec 15, 2009 8:02 PM MST up reply actions
ball.
all ball
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
CHANNING GETS NO RESPECT FROM THE OFFICIALS
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Probably with reason - this kid is having a career season and breaking out with MV3 and A.G.
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
He needs to stop committing weak fouls. If you're gonna foul, make sure they don't get the shot off.
but those are fouls that get called on rookies - meaning not very much at all
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
he needs to start THROWING IT DOWN
when he gets the chance, no more weak layups!
by TheBigCh33se on Dec 15, 2009 8:07 PM MST up reply actions
I like the Time out by Gentry - very Pop-like
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
and Robin is the shortest 7 footer i've ever seen
he plays like he’s 6’6 cause he doesnt stand up straight
Robin Lopez is a strong boy
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
yeah - he usually is pretty good at that - that last pass from nash came skipping in low though
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I HATE G-FLOP -
DRAGIC WITH THE AMAZING DEFENSE AND GETS BAILED OUT WITH THE FOUL CALL
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
^G-Flop a.k.a. Ginobili gets bailed out.. not Dragic
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
i mean if refs get tape to watch..
how come they don’t know he flops?
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
They feel bad for his bald spot
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Even with out tape.
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
Maybe the refs have some scrilla on the over-under being closer than it is...
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
god i want to hip check
g nob into the crowd
by Gorilla Game on Dec 15, 2009 8:09 PM MST via mobile reply actions
he travels every drive...
i wish i could take 47 zig zag steps to the basket … id be an NBA star.
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
HEY! ROLO'S PLAYED 3 MINUTES
AND HE HAS ZERO FOULS!!! WHAT A GAME!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
that was luck though
they could have picked on him but instead gave it to the more impactful player in dragic.
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
HAHA true true
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
My main comment:
I thought we drafted Earl Clark for his defense? Whenever he’s in the game, it looks like he’s playing defense for the first time in his life. I really hope it’s just nerves.
ah, I think you hate too much on Lopez - the kid is no ODen bust - he actually has the ability to stay in the league and be a solid player
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
too bad he can't stay in a game for more than a quarter
without fouling out
by TheBigCh33se on Dec 15, 2009 8:15 PM MST up reply actions
haha true true
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Feel bad for Oden + Portland
Kid (LOL) was playing well…
by azmanian_devil on Dec 15, 2009 8:15 PM MST up reply actions
seriously though
He was bumped most of Rookie season playing,
for one, Under TERRY PORTER – fool didn’t know what a bench was.
for two – UNDER the big SHAQTUS.
Then when he starts showing good signs during the offseason – he busts his foot and doesn’t play the first month of the season – basically making him work all over again to get the mojo he’d acquired over the season all over again – and this time on the fly with the heaviest road schedule, limited practice, and frustrating foul trouble on top of his building league reputation to just hack guys to make a statement.
Like I defended Dragic all last year and all this offseason – I see the same potential growth in Lopez HE JUST NEEDS TIME, GAME EXPERIENCE AND CONFIDENCE.
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
really Eutychus...I hope you are right
I’m just not seeing it though…it’s like he lacks discipline or something…and I’m not so sure about his basketball IQ, but I hope your right
didnt even know
did something happen as in hurt?>
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
maybe he
had to go? #2 or something? Grant takes an old man break at least 1nc a game.
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
They just said he "got nicked" and walked to the locker room limping - but he was walking
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
maybe a knee bump or slight ankle sprain.
maybe they can just wrap it up nice a snug and hell be back.?
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
Dragic
You know what I love -
Dragic’s line – he’s got 11 points shooting almost 90% – 3-3 from 3…
We are for once shoving someone else’s pick down their throat!!!! I LOVE IT.
(Dragic was drafted originally by the SPURS FYI)
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
tons of it actually, its too bad he got injured again
hopefully he can pick himself up again, he’s still 21 right? damn…hard to believe :P
by azmanian_devil on Dec 15, 2009 8:19 PM MST up reply actions
If the Suns can hold this lead
for about 6 or 8 minutes the Spurs will pull the plug
Blogging Suns Basketball . twitter: @phoenixstan
thats a big if...
or is it?
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
OH IT IS SOO MUCH BETTER to watch a team that is playing well... ahem... *CARDINALS....* ahem...
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I MANLOVE Eddie Johnson
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Stan... tell him I'm willing to pay for him to play a round of golf with him -
he seems so personable and full of randomness
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Checking in for 2nd half
Had one heck of a long night last night and sleep was top priority of the day. But I am now awake for the second love.
What’s been the story? Solid D? Efficient scoring? I just took notice that Amare has more pts/rebs than Duncan…this is not only amazing but really shocking.
solid effort from just about everyone tonight, on both ends
and robin has no fouls in 3+ minutes!!
by TheBigCh33se on Dec 15, 2009 8:26 PM MST up reply actions
GRANT HILL DRINKS SPRITE
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
HAHA
that was one of his main sponsors back in the Day when he was young and healthy and dominating Mutumbo with the monster Jams!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
only if their FILAS!!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
^they're ....
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
this reminds me
for some reason, I just keep thinking about the old Penny Hardaway commercial with lil’ Penny. What do we have now? Just the MVPuppets. Bring back the half cent!!
LOU DONE FOR THE NIGHT...
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
GIMPY JRICH FOR 33333
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Spurs trying to play better D
but Suns still getting it done!
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I'm loving it
Parker is really trying to force it
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I HATE MASON
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
He's got 10 already
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
almost every player does..
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Even McGrady the highest payed player in the league has mental lapses... as well as health issues...
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I EXPECT ALL CALLS TO GO FOR SA THIS HALF
SO WE NEED TO EXECUTE AND STAY HOT
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
BRING BACK FROSTY!!!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
that's part of our repertoire
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
OH. MY!!!! AMARE WITH THE SPACE JAM ON DUNCAN!!!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
duncans
O face.
TO THE NBA - " Yeah, you have created a rift within me ; Now there have been ; several complications ; that have left me feeling nothing ; I might say, you were ; wrong to take it from me ; Left me feeling nothing " - Disturbed, "Numb"
that was old school HILL WITH THE SPIN MOVE IN TH EPOST!!!
P.S. I HATE MASON
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
they are creating those open
looks w/ penetration and ball movement
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by Seth Pollack on Dec 15, 2009 8:44 PM MST up reply actions
can somebody
go tanya harding on g nob! seriously.
by Gorilla Game on Dec 15, 2009 8:43 PM MST via mobile reply actions
CALM DOWN .... we'll pull it out - we knew the Refs would switch the game calls and the Spurs would get hot. We fight through it and we'll get the W
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
whatchu talkin bout willis?!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
DRAGIC WITH THE SICK DIVE!!!!
WHY WAS THAT NOT A FOUL ON DUCAN KNOCKING DUDLEY TO THE GROUND!!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
because it was DUNCAN
knocking DUDLEY to the ground.
by TheBigCh33se on Dec 15, 2009 8:47 PM MST up reply actions
EXACTLY... WTH?
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
George Hill
is playing great D…he refuses to get screened
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and now TP gets to expose the lane when we start to stay on the shooters...
i’ve seen this game before
by ArizonaCactus on Dec 15, 2009 8:49 PM MST up reply actions
HERE WE GO!!!!! 4TH QUARTER TIME!! LETS LOCK IT DOWN AND BLOW THESE FLOPPING FISH OUT OF THE WATER!!! GGRRRR SHOOTING FISH IN A BARREL!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
DO IT !!! DO IT NOW!!!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...