Phoenix Suns Attempt to Stop the Charging Chicago Bulls: Game Preview
by Eutychus on Apr 5, 2011 11:39 AM MST
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I won't mince words. Sunday we faced the top team of the Western Conference and lost badly. Today, two days later, we play the top team in the Eastern Conference and if I were a betting man I would bet that the result will be similar.
Two teams heading in opposite directions - the Chicago Bulls (56-20) are now favorites to win the NBA Championship this year as they head into the playoffs and they tote a deep and talented roster with a convincing MVP candidate running the show. Our Phoenix Suns (37-39) on the other hand are destined for the draft lottery and tote a wishy-washy roster that is for the most part having a hard time finding the motivation needed to finish out the season with effort and heart. Oh yeah, and our former MVP is injured, physically sick - and probably mentally sick of having to try and carry his team on his back for the last 70+ games.
The ironic thing about today's match-up is this - the Bulls have won the past 4 of 5 meetings with the Suns and the last time the Suns beat the Bulls was on March 30th of last year. It was a 111-105 victory in Chicago - and it was the game that clinched a playoff birth for the Suns last season... now they face Derrick Rose and a healthy Carlos Boozer and Joakim Noah only a game removed from being officially eliminated from the playoffs this year.
That sucks. What doesn't suck is that Steve Nash is back with the team and will attempt to play tonight despite battling an extremely painful injury and the flu.
Hit the jump to explore the game a little more in depth.
The Game is on MY45 (TV) and Sports620 (Radio), 5:00p.m. AZ Time
Just to re-emphasize my despondent mood (in case you weren't picking up my vibe), I've got to point out something that Paul Coro wrote in his preview of today's game (link below).
Discussions regarding the Suns in recent weeks often revolved around comparisons with New Orleans and Memphis. Now they are more in the same conversation with teams such as Cleveland, Minnesota and Washington.
Individual Match-Ups
Steve Nash - Derrick Rose
Jared Dudley - Keith Bogans
Grant Hill - Luol Deng
Channing Frye - Carlos Boozer
Marcin Gortat - Joakim Noah
Key Subs: Kurt Thomas, Ronnie Brewer, Taj Gibson, Kyle Korver, C.J. Watson
DISCLAIMER - I don't know about this inserted stats chart... it only has 56 games played for these dudes... for a more accurate stat-eval of the Bulls head to Basketball Reference here.
D.Rose
There's no stopping Derrick Rose. The kid is in some kind of zone this season, he's averaging MVP numbers - and even when his team has lost key players (like Boozer or more recently Noah) due to illness or injury Rose steps up, puts the team on his back and gets the job done.
The last time we saw the Bulls Derrick Rose came up big in the 4th quarter and exploded to help erase a 23 point deficit and eventually win the game in double-overtime with 35 points 12 rebounds and 7 assists. So what's the strategy? Maybe put Grant Hill on him - we tried that last game and it worked okay as it took Rose 33 shots to earn his 35 points and he turned the ball over 4 times... but seriously it was more about Kyle Korver and Luol Deng having 24 and 26 points respectively. Oh yeah, and Carlos Boozer didn't even play in the game.
Look - here's the bottom line. We know Grant Hill will bring the defense. We know Jared Dudley will do the same. But will the other guys step up?
Let's play a game.
21 Questions
- Can Gortat, Frye, and Lopez play efficient defense against Boozer's post game or Noah's lanky everywhereness or Kurt Thomas' crying and cheap-shot-veteranizing?
- More importantly in my book - can Frye and Gortat stay out of early foul trouble?
- Can Vince stop pretending like he's injured? I know the answer to that.
- Will Steve be healthy enough to run the offense and bring some equilibrium back to the team?
- Can Aaron Brooks do something?
- Which Hakim Warrick will we see? Good Hak or terrible Hak?
- Will Josh Childress be more productive alongside Steve Nash now that he's getting some consistent minutes?
- Will Jared Dudley continue his double-digit scoring streak?
- Will Robin Lopez be blocked by Noah or Asik trying to dunk?
- Will Zabian Dowdell get PT if Brooks or Nash can't produce?
- Will our game-thread have more than 800 comments?
- Will Scott Howard or PanamaSun have tweets worthy of postgame recap display?
- Can Channing knock down open shots tonight (assuming Boozer will be guarding him)?
- Can Grant Hill give Rose a hard time tonight?
- Will Grant Hill's offensive game be 'on' tonight?
- Will Bogans explode for 34 and emerge a newborn SunKiller?
- Will Boozer at some point be fouled for an AND1 and look into the camera yelling something inaudible while clenching his right hand in a fist?
- Will Derrick Rose produce a 'Dunk of the Night' when Brooks is forced to guard him?
- What will Gortat say in his post-game interview given another bad loss to a great team?
- What will Gortat say in his post-game interview given a surprising victory over a great team?
- How many tweets will @stuff_ej_says produce tonight? (Since EJ is going to be in his home-town - I'm expecting him to be on his 'A' game tonight)
If you can answer any of these questions please do.
Or maybe you have your own list of questions you'd like answered for tonight's game?
In either case - blow up this comment thread below now and prime yourself for a good game thread and recap session tonight!
Let's hope I don't have to turn this game off like I did to last night's NCAA championship game. If that's the case my recap will be very brief. Unless something cool happens in my neighborhood then I'll write something awesome about that.
Linkage
- Seth's preview at the mothership (SBNationAZ) - here's a few guys on this team who will, or will not, be back next year based on what kind of toughness they show over these final few games. We're looking at you Aaron Brooks, Robin Lopez and Hakim Warrick.
- Vally of the Suns Steve Nash Injury Break Down Video - a good video look at the injury that has hobbled our dude.
- Paul Coro Writes about Gentry's Demand for More Effort - "We have to have all our guys playing hard," Gentry said. "It can't be just a selective few. The only thing I am obligated to do is to have the team prepared to play, and the only thing they are obligated to do is compete hard. They owe that to (Suns Managing Partner) Robert (Sarver), to every fan that has come to our games. We owe that to Phoenix, and we owe it to everyone in the locker room. That has to be our goal right now, to compete hard and do the best we can."
- Blog a Bull - They don't have a preview up yet... but I'm sure they'll post something like, "The Suns are roiling and turning in their grave - this game is a walkthrough..." and they wouldn't be far from the truth.
- Jared Dudley on Sports620 - "Steve Nash is more valuable than a Kobe Bryant"
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I will add some more links and stuff after I eat lunch...
I’m starving. All of this depressing research is making me hungry.
P.S. – I still hate you Chicago. 93. NEVER FORGET.
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
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by Eutychus on Apr 5, 2011 11:42 AM MST reply actions 1 recs
never forget!
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by Alex Laugan on Apr 5, 2011 11:57 AM MST up reply actions 1 recs
When we played the Bulls in November....
The Suns were 7-7 and Chicago was 7-5.
49-15 since for them. 30-32 for us. Hizzah!
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RIP Seasons of Discontent
They are like regular stats
But more interesting because they make people sad.
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by Scott Howard on Apr 5, 2011 11:47 AM MST up reply actions 3 recs
#11 we will have way more than 800 comments.
I’ll make sure I do 100 myself.
"I might be full of shit, but I'm approximately right." - Zentrified
nice -
prove it :)
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It'll be hard
my roommate will be wasting her life away playing stupid games on facebook, but I’ll do my best.
"I might be full of shit, but I'm approximately right." - Zentrified
My question for the game:
Will it be worth watching by the time I get home around 6? I give that about a 20% chance, and that’s probably being optimistic. Then I can watch the Pawn Stars episodes I have DVR-ed from last night.
Nah, the show is good overall.
The silly, staged arguments between the guys are stupid, but people bring a lot of interesting stuff into the shop.
by East Bay Ray on Apr 5, 2011 12:52 PM MST up reply actions
i used to love that show
until I visited the store when i was in vegas. It was extremely disappointing. The show just seems so contrived after visiting the store… 85% of what you can buy in there is chumlee t-shirts and coffee mugs. It’s barely even a pawn shop anymore.
by iwasneveryoung on Apr 5, 2011 2:57 PM MST up reply actions
aw man really??
I was looking forward to buying some of those crazy pirate treasures and whatnot
It is still really a pawn shop. I saw a few of the things featured on the show.
But, yeah, they have a big gift shop in the back. They’re in business to make money and there’s a demand for that stuff. If you’re ever in Vegas, it’s definitely worth visiting.
I agree... it's getting hard to watch
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Hmm....see the Suns get throttled
Or watch Chumlee and Corey attempt to buy a Evel Knievel pinball machine. Seems pretty obvious to me.
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RIP Seasons of Discontent
You answered wrong.
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by Scott Howard on Apr 5, 2011 11:16 PM MST up reply actions
9.Will Robin Lopez be blocked by Noah or Asik trying to dunk?
My vote is Both
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I'll vote for Korver as a write-in candidate.
I smell like the vault. I'm so PAID.
by RMason on Apr 5, 2011 12:20 PM MST via mobile up reply actions
They'll block him simultaneously, twice.
"I might be full of shit, but I'm approximately right." - Zentrified
I hope he gets lucky and gets the ball after that, and then gets blocked by Rose
Would work wonders for his confidence, mirite guys?
Doesn't matter win (I'd like) or lost.
More important for me- Suns attitude. They can lose( it won’t be suprise) they even can win. What basket will Suns show?
Oh yes
Successfully integrated the ♥ into BSOTS,as you can see under the picture
PS.: I don’t care about the games anymore, we don’t have any young talents that can show up some nice stats to give us hope
STOP! Hammer Time!
Frye? Gortat? Dudley?
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
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Oh - and Siler. Dude's our savior. Trust me.
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
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PS we do care, so thanks for sharing.
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You mean to tell me that basketball is still being played?
…lovely.
To the asshat that hit me: thanks for the broken arm. ...Fucker.
kind of
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it's basket ball-ish
"Maybe I’m old school," Nash said, "but I signed a contract to play here and I want to honor it. I feel like I owe it to my teammates and the city and everybody to keep battling until they tell me it’s time to go." STEVE (God of Basketball) NASH
Have Steve sit out.
He needs to play 30+ minutes tomorrow. See you guys when I get back.
Go Suns, Packers, Jays, and Huskers!
Green Bay Packers: Super Bowl XLV Champions!!!!
Hahaha!
I agree! I want to see Steve Nash on 4/6. Omaha, where you going to be sitting?
Never lowercase the SU∩S in Phoenix SU∩S!
They haven't told me yet.
Cheap seats and high up I know, but not where specifically.
Go Suns, Packers, Jays, and Huskers!
Green Bay Packers: Super Bowl XLV Champions!!!!
At this point...
I am more concerned with “beating” the Jazz for the #12 pick, than winning more games. I know the difference between #12 & #13 in a draft that is supposedly short on talent may not seem to mean much, but Utah is rumored to be interested in the same young PG’s that we are, and if they go with a PF with their early pick from NJ, they will likely snag the best remaining PG with their late lottery pick.
The possible candidates for the Jazz are Fredette (their favorite I think), Kemba Walker (the most talented I believe), and Brandon Knight (who may or may not declare). All three of these guards could possibly be gone before either the Jazz or Suns pick at #12 & 13, but it is also likely that at least one will still be on the board.
I know many people here do not like any of these prospects, but I think all of them would be a good gamble given the circumstances and our need to find a post-Nash solution. The Jazz are making the race to finish worst a tough one, losing their last eight games in a row (almost as if their trying to tank). We are currently two games ahead of them in the loss column, and with Utah playing the Lakers tonight, I doubt they will help us out with a win.
So, as much as I hate seeing our team lose, at this point it may be the best thing for us. I still hope that we play a good, competitive game, but a loss would not hurt my feelings one bit.
Maybe yes maybe no.
Too small margin for that. IMO Better to win as more game as possible . Guys need to build their confidence.
I'm usually of that opinion as well....
Believe me, I hate to admit my true feelings, but they are what they are. Like Scott’s post yesterday, The Suns have very little going there way at the moment to give the fans much hope. One of the few ways we could turn this franchise back around is by drafting a player that turns out to be something very special.
If we draft at #13, Utah will have two picks before us; drafting the same type of players that we need. The drop-off after #12 could be substantial depending on what transpires, or it could be insignificant…But going by our recent luck, I wouldn’t want to take any chances. If the difference between grabbing a player that at least gives us hope or one that is a long shot at best means losing most of our games to finish the season, then I hope that’s what happens.
I sir am in agreement with you
And you all know what I think of Fredette.
But the big question (as Scott tweeted a while back) is how his game will translate when he can’t put up 30+ shots a game… that is most definitely a scary gamble. But given the prospects that will be available at our draft spot I think his is the gamble that would payoff the best if successful.
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I also like Fredette a lot...
I think he and Kemba are both about even when it comes to talent…but for different reasons.
Fredette is thought of a scorer, but I’ve also seen him run the offense very well and set up his teammates. The problem is that his team was mostly devoid of talent, especially after Davies was suspended, so he was relied upon to be the guy. Fredettes range is ridiculous, and it’s one of his biggest positives, but o also think his ability to drive the lane and power in for the finish is vastly underrated. He is a very strong, and powerful guard, and looks to have the body type that will get even stronger in the NBA, without losing his quickness or athleticism. Speaking of athleticism, his body control, balance, and hops are another underrated part of his game. Have you seen how high he gets up on those long three’s?
As for Kemba, he’s possibly the fastest guard in college, and that gives him the ability to drive in for the score and also collapse the defense for easy kick-outs to open shooters. I’ve seen him make some very nice passes, but since he’s used primarily as a scorer, he rarely gets to showcase that ability. Kemba’s other greatest quality is the “clutch” gene. The guy is just a natural leader on the floor and seems to get better with pressure. That’s an intangible that’s very hard to measure, but one that is probably the greatest attribute of great players like Jordan and Kobe. I’m not trying to say that Kemba belongs in the same discussion as those guys…I’m only trying to explain that like them, Kemba also has “it”. How far “it” will take him remains to be seen, but it is definitely an exciting part of his game that needs to be considered.
Overall, I would be very happy with either player. Both have the potential to be stars, starters, role players, or even busts at the next level…That’s just how it goes in this game. However, if we want to have a shot at drafting one of them, we may need to pick before Utah.
by 7footer on Apr 5, 2011 2:04 PM MST via mobile up reply actions
Preach
Not too sure about taking another big like some predict already – many forget we still have Lawal and Collins in hiding. Lawal was nothing to shake our heads about either – very impressive in summer league in the short look that we had at him. And Like i said before – I saw him just last week at Majerle’s – the dude is BIG, muscly and almost as tall as Frye.
I think many here have already given up on him when in reality he hasn’t been given a chance at all.
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Lawal's biggest problem
from what I recall is that he’s a C in a PFs body (6’9"). He’s got no jump shot or offensive game to play PF.
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Kemba was at his best when he was able to play off the ball with Napier at the point. Just throwing that out there. I am much higher on him than I was before their 11 straight tournament wins, as I felt he was just a shot-jacker compiling numbers. Nut the basketball he played starting with the Big East tourney was more of the winning variety.
Still don’t want Jimmer.
I don’ty know about Brandon Knight. I hope he stays at Kentucky (like I hoped Bledsoe would last eyar). Knight started to play more like a PG as the season rolled on, but he reverted to the shoot-first, undersized SG he was coming in. I think he could use some more experience.
I wouldn’t mind Alec Burks from Colorado. He’s the top SG this year (at least the top SG that’s big enough to play that position). He can put up some points, and also is willing to mix it up in the paint for rebounds.
I know very little about the Euro bigs. Irving, Williams, Jones III, Barnes, Jones will all almost asuredly be gone. Marcus Morris? Who else might be in that range?
Go Suns, Packers, Jays, and Huskers!
Green Bay Packers: Super Bowl XLV Champions!!!!
Dude, how is it possible you cannot sum this stuff up?
"I might be full of shit, but I'm approximately right." - Zentrified
I hope we win this..
and make it to the playoffs. Then shot ourselves in the head
That would be amazing indeed.
I don’t think any team has ever made the playoffs after being statistically eliminated – that would be so awesome if we pulled it off
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AND promptly committed suicide immediately after.
That’s like a tag-team of WTF.
I smell like the vault. I'm so PAID.
You're right...
I actually subconsciously dismissed that last part… like a true “does not compute” moment for my CPU. But the craziness is so much better with it included
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It is possible
for example if it turns that all players of some of the teams above us:
a) will test positive for steroids
b) will test positive for drugs
c) turn out to be female
d) will rob a bank
e) turn out to work for Al Qaida
I had something similar in my soccer league when I was 12. We finished the season in 4th place but it turned out the 3 teams above us had older players (that should have been playing in a league for players between 14-16), so suddenly it turned out that we became champions, as the top 3 got disqualified. Too bad I lost the medal, haven’t won anything in sports since then…
Alea iacta est!
by PolishHammer on Apr 5, 2011 2:23 PM MST up reply actions 6 recs
We need you and sungod to travel with the team and give locker-room motivational speeches
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
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on the bright side of things..
you do have a point. i’ll pick letter c to happen
the replies on this
are almost as funny as the post itself. rec’d.
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I'll try one
How many Polish Hammers does it take to crack me up? One!
(I know, real bad…)
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How many Alex Laugans does it take to ruin a funny comment?
Um… just one.
I smell like the vault. I'm so PAID.
Killed it!
Haters gonna hate. But I still have faith. Believe in this team. It's not as bad as it seems. Go and sit down, son. Cuz these Phoenix Suns ain't done.
If SUNS can win 3 more..
they would make it to 40 wins, which wouldn’t be too bad, but beating the Bulls at home? Not likely.
I will repeat what i said in the Scott Pessimistic post
I’m not that pessimist, I’m trying to be realistic
And I think that Sarver would give us another chance to see this core of players ( Nash, Hill, Dudley and Frye) another shot.
He may sign two or three players, surely one SG and one PF. I don’t see that we’re going to sign a star, or get a star from the draft, but yes we’re going to improve next year, just because all the players will work to get better and become more important players. It’s their job, don’t underestimate them.
So think…if we can get those two players, would you think that we can be a top five seed next year?
I think that yes, we can. See the team and believe
Nash/ Brooks
J-Rich/ Dudz
Hill/ Childress
Millsap/ Warrick
Gortat/ Frye/ Siler
and tonite, I’m hoping to Steve being a beast again Rose
Not having a star is not always
a guarantee of mediocrity…
look at the Nuggets vs. NYC
if our role players develop we coul;d be the nuggets of 2012
Feed the cutter!!!
by Piotr Szczesniak on Apr 5, 2011 3:03 PM MST up reply actions
The Nuggets don't have a star in name only
They have two starting fives full of good players, they can go big, go small, put out a squad that will shoot the light out agains teams with bad outside d, go with guys that are threats inside when they play a team with a mediocre frontcourt. I wouldn’t be surprised if they went to the WCF or even further and I hope they do, because that would put a dent in that idiotic belief that you need some sort of black hole player ala. Melo because hurr durr you need a star to hit those clutch shots.
NOTE: New link added - Jared Dudley on Sports620 - "Steve Nash is more valuable than a Kobe Bryant"
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
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You'd get more money if you were to kidnap Kobe than Nash
=> Kobe more valuable
that's only due to the canadian exchange rate
so Kobe is worth 1.04 Nashes
So the Nash place fluctuates?
Today, Nash has plummeted by 0.02%
A loss here wouldn't bode well for the Suns playoff hopes this season, that's for sure
by Raptorel on Apr 5, 2011 2:24 PM MST reply actions 2 recs
Our would it....?
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All the better.
Playoffs are hard anyways; it’s like a whole ‘nother season. Isn’t one season enough?
I smell like the vault. I'm so PAID.
"Will Robin Lopez be blocked by Noah or Asik trying to dunk?"
You forgot “the rim” as a potential candidate.
by ilintar on Apr 5, 2011 2:36 PM MST reply actions 9 recs
I'm trying to be nice here
The ball hasn’t blocked his dunk attempts as of yet this year, the rim has.
OK, I see your point
You’re not striking that low. Fair play must be your middle name.
Killed it!
Haters gonna hate. But I still have faith. Believe in this team. It's not as bad as it seems. Go and sit down, son. Cuz these Phoenix Suns ain't done.
After the Suns get throttled tonight...
I submit “Gored by the Bulls” as the appropriate mascot-related verbage for the recap headline.
I smell like the vault. I'm so PAID.
Consider it done
I will give you full credit as well. I thought it couldn’t get cheesier than “charging bulls” but that my friend is awesome
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Can Vince stop pretending like he’s injured? I know the answer to that.
Not until we’re down 20+ points late in the game and it’s already too late for it to matter.
Go Suns, Packers, Jays, and Huskers!
Green Bay Packers: Super Bowl XLV Champions!!!!
Right - then after
he hops right up, runs over and high-fives the opposing team as they leave the court
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
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Will Josh Childress be more productive alongside Steve Nash now that he’s getting some consistent minutes?
This is actually an intriguing question. Will he? Will Steve enable him to utillize his off-the-ball game (cuts to the basket)? Or will his inability to shoot mess with the spacing? Chilly looked pretty good initiating the offense last game, which likely won’t happen as often with Steve on the court. Or maybe Rev will continue to play with the bench (might be a good idea).
Go Suns, Packers, Jays, and Huskers!
Green Bay Packers: Super Bowl XLV Champions!!!!
Will our game-thread have more than 800 comments?
Probably not. I know how much I mean to these threads, and I’ll be in a Kia Sorento halfway between Nebraska and Minnesota during the game. You guys will have to step it up and make up the awesomeness that will be lacking without my presence.
Go Suns, Packers, Jays, and Huskers!
Green Bay Packers: Super Bowl XLV Champions!!!!
Let's do this Bright Siders!
Let’s get to at least 900! We can do it!
by Dragic_is_Magic on Apr 5, 2011 4:29 PM MST up reply actions
I'm pitching in 100 comments myself
so this should be easy.
"I might be full of shit, but I'm approximately right." - Zentrified
Will Bogans explode for 34 and emerge a newborn SunKiller?
No way in hell.
Go Suns, Packers, Jays, and Huskers!
Green Bay Packers: Super Bowl XLV Champions!!!!
Don't jinx it.
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watching the suns this season is like
using your galaxy ace for the first time, and suddenly a bully pour a water on it.
and you are asking ARE YOU KIDDING ME????
You can follow me on twitter.
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thanks
BAMF > MVP.
<3
Haters gonna hate. But I still have faith. Believe in this team. It's not as bad as it seems. Go and sit down, son. Cuz these Phoenix Suns ain't done.
21 Answers
1. Boozer’s post game, maybe. The rest? No.
2. Maybe. Frye, probably. Gortat…we’ll see.
3. LOL.
4. Yes, but we’ll still lose.
5. Not likely.
6. We’ll see frustrating Hak. The one that gets a crazy rebound then gets all confident and throws the ball away on the next possession.
7. Meh…we’ll see. I hope so. Love that guy.
8. Doubtful.
9. Absolutely.
10. He’ll get a few minutes, but it’ll be a time share between Brooks and Dowdell.
11. Yes. National TV, bandwagon Bulls/Rose fans…yeah.
12. Absolutely. One of the two will get it done.
13. God, I hope so.
14. You know he will.
15. Probably not. He’ll hit a few buckets, but I predict he’ll shoot 3-8 for 8 points. He’ll also throw in a steal, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists.
16. LOL.
17. Normally, I’d say yes. But not tonight. He’ll get and and one, but won’t do the clenched fist at the camera.
18. Nah.
19. “I didn’t try my best, I can definitely do more. We need to keep focusing on defense, playing hard for the whole game. I need to improve, we need to continue to focus to finish off the season.”
20. “I can definitely do more. We need to keep focusing on defense, but we played hard the whole game and we came out with a win. I can still improve.”
21. 3.
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My cousin who lives in Chicago (and is a huge Bulls fan) and were discussing the game last night.
I told him I believe Omer Asik will have a career game, just because that’s how it seems to work with the Suns these days.
His response was, “If Omer Asik, why not Brian Scalabrine?”
So, I’m watching for these two guys to explode out there on the court tonight.
Not to be pessimistic, but I’m gonna go ahead and say we lose this one. Probably by a lot.
Asik will have a solid game.
Scalabrine, though? Not so much. Suns have too much pride than to let the ol’ redhead go off on us. Especially if we’re gonna lose. Haha.
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by Trevor Paxton on Apr 5, 2011 4:29 PM MST up reply actions
It was mostly a joke, lol.
My cousin hates him.
by Dragic_is_Magic on Apr 5, 2011 5:05 PM MST up reply actions
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