[Tournament] The 2006-2007 NBA Season Discussion Thread

It seems as though the Knicks have been playing a lot better since the brawl. Go Figure. We've been having a lot of these high scoring games this year, a lot more than in years past. I have to say that I really enjoy games like that. Like I touched on earlier, it reminds me of the way it was in the 80's.

nazpyro, have fun at the game tonight. It should be a good one. Be sure to share your pics.

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Originally Posted by Ryuu

Yet another 3OT game. This time between the Lakers and Bobcats.

Anyone have a count as to how many OT games we've had this year?

There have been 17 OT games, 4 2OT games and 3 3OT games.

Here are the triple overtime game we've had this season:

<> 12/29/2006 Bobcats vs. Lakers 133-124
<> 12/27/2006 Knicks vs. Pistons 151-145
<> 11/1/2006 Knicks at Grizzlies 118-117

3 in less than 2 months (and the Knicks in two of them). Before those, there had been 7 3-OT games in 5 years.

Also, in other news, Michael Jordan and his wife file for divorce: http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=2714217

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Nice pics, nazpyro. Thanks a lot for sharing them. I really like the one of Arenas' 3-point shot attempt. He has a nice stroke. From the pics, it looks like you got some pretty good seats. I'm glad you had a good time.

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Very nice finds, naz. I really like that blog site.

In other news, Pat Riley to take a leave of absence to have knee and hip surgery: http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=2718720

I really don't know how much of an effect this will have on the Heat. I mean, the team isn't playing very well right now. They aren't even among the top 8 in the East right now... THE EAST, for crying out loud! If Shaq doesn't get back soon, they won't make the playoffs.

What kind of toxic man-thing is happening now?

haha, ah man, that's so awesome. You know you're good when you can throw your own birthday... make it invitation only... and make people have to have an "Arenas Express" card to get in.

On the court, though, this guy is still hot. It seems like everything he throws up is going in. Right now, he could probably hit one from where you were sitting at that game the other day, naz.

Happy B-day, G-Money.

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Forget Nick Collision. Dwight Howard is just tearin' it up this year. 4 games of at least 20 points and 20 rebounds this year (most in the league), which includes a 30-point, 25-rebound performance yesterday against the Warriors.

Also, Dikembe Mutombo passed Karem for 2nd all-time in blocked shots last night against the Lakers. In fairness though, blocked shots didn't become an official stat until sometime in the 70s, so some of Kareem's blocks didn't get recorded. And damn, Bill Russell would have had....like... a million blocked shots. But, congrats to Mutombo, nonetheless. No way he catches Hakeem "The Dream", though.

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Good to see both Bosh and Arenas getting starting nods. Arenas should have been on the team last year but got snubbed.

The East is SO weak at the center position that Shaq should get the starting spot there every year by default. The West starters are no suprise at all. Like you said, it's become the typical norm over the last couple years.

It should be a very good game.

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Also, tonight, the Suns go for a franchise-record 16th straight win tonight against the Bucks. I'm sure they'll get it. They've just been totally streaking lately. Might be the greatest offense in the history of the Association.

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The streak seemed like it had been going on for forever now. I figured they'd lose to either San Antonio or Utah but they didn't make it that far. KG just had one of those dominating games where almost everything was falling. Ricky Davis had a nice game to, which helped a lot.

I wouldn't be suprised if the Suns reeled another streak like this before the season finishes up.

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Originally Posted by nazpyro

Arenas... 41 points less than what he promised. He got owned.

Yeah, he got owned really bad. Owned by himself and owned by his coach too.

How ya doing, buddy?

I wasn't able to watch the entire All-Star weekend like I have been in the past, but what I was able to see was very entertaining. It funny because all the guys in the Skills challenge should have been in the dunk contest, but it was all good. Dwayne Wade really put a good show on. The dunk contest was pretty fun to watch as well.

All in all, a great weekend. The All-Star game should be good as well, even though several key players will be out.

I was kind of suprised to hear that Pippen is thinking about coming back. But, after seeing him last night, he still can contribute to a contending team. It'd be cool to see him return.

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Jesus H. Christ, that is horrific. I've seen it once and there's no way I'm gonna look at it again. I don't think I've ever seen anything that bad before. Forget this season, he might not play next year either, after something like that. I just hope the guy can come back from this. It's going to take a hell of a lot of work and rehab, though.

Also, thanks T-Wolf for those two dunk contest uploads. I appreciate that.

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Yeah, that was definitely one of the best games I've seen in a LONG time. So many great players playing at such a high level, throughout an entire game, doesn't happen all that often. With that performance, Steve Nash has probably separated himself as the clear-cut MVP right now. It's just him and Dirk. LeBron, Kobe and Arenas have all been fading lately.

And speaking of Kobe, what's up with him and his flailing arm of doom? That's definitely not a normal shooting motion. I don't know what the hell Phil Jackson is talking about.

What kind of toxic man-thing is happening now?

As much as I can't stand the guy, I have to admit that watching these scoring streaks he goes on is very entertaining. He probably isn't finished yet either.

For the Lakers to stand a chance in that loaded Western Conference, he has to put up numbers like this, or close to it. I guses after that losing slump they were going though, PJ told everybody to give the ball to Kobe and get out of his way.

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Here's an interesting article comparing Kobe and MJ on ESPN:

Putting Kobe in perspective

Kobe falls in that same category as A-Rod, I think. He, like A-Rod, wants and tries so hard to be respected and admired. They both care about their image greatly. While, I don't like the guy's attitude off the court, he's definitely amazing to watch on it.

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I agree with you on every single thing you said about that Kobe-MJ article.

Originally Posted by Timberwolf

In other news -- did everyone see Rasheed Wallace's 62-foot heave to force overtime yesterday? I watched the entire game, and I almost jumped out of my chair when it happened.

I didn't see the game, just the highlights. It was an amazing shot. The fact that the Pistons took the game in OT made it even cooler.

You wouldn't happen to have a video of that shot, would you, T-Wolf?



Lastly, the Mavs won their 60th game last night in a win over the Bucks. They're the 3rd fatest team to reach 60 wins, only behind the 95-96 and 96-97 Chicago Bulls teams.

To say they've been on a tear this season is an understatement.

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Originally Posted by Timberwolf

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They are very impressive. I'm sure they're still motivated by blowing an 0-2 lead last year in the Finals against the Heat.

Do you think they'll win 70 games? That requires them to go 10-1 (or 11-0 to finish 71-11) in their final 11 games.

Looking at the remaining schedule, they still play against Phoenix, Denver, San Antonio, and Utah.

It's gonna be close, I think.

I'm not sure if they will reach 70 wins. They definitely have a shot at it though. With the teams you just listed, it's going to be hella tough to get there.

And thanks a lot for that video.

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We're on the final stretch. The Clippers, Lakers, Warriors and Hornets are fighting for those two last spots in the West. It's gonna be interesting to see who wins out. The Clippers won a huge game over the Lakers last night. They overcame a double-digit deficit and 50 points from Kobe Bryant to come back and get the victory.

Also, the Mavs won't make it to 70 wins, but they've still had an amazing year. Now, let's see how that'll carry over into the postseason.

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Originally Posted by Fiddlegoof

What about those Raptors! They're 9 and 2 in the last 11 games, and are up against 'Sheed and Detroit tonight. They way the Raps have been playing lately (and this season overall) makes me pumped to see how they fare in the playoffs. As long as Bosh and Bargnani stay healthy, the other teams will have a hell of a time finding a challenging matchup.

In addition, Bargnani, after a few weeks of recovery from appendicitis, still won't be able to play in the game tonight against Detroit, due to a severe sinus infection.

Yeah, the Raptors are the suprise, feel-good story of the year as far as I'm concerned. After Vince Carter's messy departure, that team was in shambles for awhile. Their coach and management have done an excellent job at turning things around so quickly. I think they definitely can make a run in the East.

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Man, that's really cool, T-Wolf. I hope you have a good time and enjoy the game. And, as Fiddlegoof mentioned, please bring back some pics to share with us.

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Man, the Wizards are getting the tar beat out of them by the Bulls today. It really sucks to see this. They had such great promise this season. Hopefully, Arenas and Butler will come back even better next season.

The Spurs-Mavs game coming up should be a good watch though.

What kind of toxic man-thing is happening now?

Man, if I were the Bulls or a Bulls fan, I'd be hella pissed off. All they had to do to lock up the #2 seed was beat a sub .500 New Jersey Nets team. But, they came out and laid an egg. Now, instead of having a much more favorable road to the East Finals, they'll probably have to go through both the Heat and Pistons JUST to get there. Nice job! The Cavs should send them a fruit basket or something for that pitiful effort.

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The Warriors should have won at least one of those games in Utah, and could have been two, but missed free throws and mistakes down the stretch of both games were too much to get over the hump. Maybe a change a scenery will get them back in gear.

The Suns-Spurs series could go either way. I'm rooting for the Suns as well. I just enjoy watching their offense.

The East title is definitely there for the Piston's taking. I don't think any of the other teams left have what it takes to challenge them. A Suns-Pistons matchup in the Finals would be interesting scenario.

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Nice vids, naz. They definitely bring back memories.

The Warriors have a style of play that's very entertaining to watch. However, because of that type of reckless, all-or-nothing play, it came come back and bite them in the ass at times. In the Dallas series, that aspect never reared it's head, but it has in the Utah series. They've had a nice run but I think it comes to an end in Game 5.

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Originally Posted by BlueMikey

So the Spurs/Suns game was absolutely amazing last night.

And now we get to see if the NBA cares more about basketball or about ridiculous rules that punish people who didn't end up doing anything wrong. I mean, do they really want to ruin the series, hand it to the Spurs, by suspending Stoudemire?

Ridiculous rules that punish people it is!

Robert Horry has been suspended for two games. Amare Stoudemire and Boris Diaw will just be sidelined for Game 5. It really sucks that the NBA still live in archaic times when it comes to their rules and regulations. This had been an excellent series so far too.

The baby Bulls have a little hop in their step tonight. They are playing very well and are up by 11 as I type this post. Entertaining game thus far.

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Welcome back, T-Wolf. Glad you found your way.

Dirk Diggler was formally announced today as the MVP. Gotta be a bittersweet occasion for him and his team. They had such promise, then ran into a brick wall, also known as the Golden State Warriors. Congrats to him, nontheless.

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