RRT Game 8 Blog: Spurs @ Warriors - Feb. 22 @ 9:30 PM CST

[RD2191]

35% down 1, not bad

[bklynspursfan]

Looks like Timmy passed Robert Parish for 23rd on the all time scoring list

[Uriel]

Mark Jackson keeps getting all the Wired stuff. Isn't Pop connected to a mic too?

[TE]

That was good d by Danny Green

[SpurPadre]

We are down by 3 in the 2nd quarter lol

Which is why I stressed that the game is still winnable, of course, lol

[Uriel]

Klay Thompson on Parker? Interesting. Putting longer guys to guard Tony, a la Sefolosha, could emerge as a new trend for coaching staffs to try and contain him.

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

I would say something about GS's jerseys, but I'm an Oregon Ducks fan so I think I have no right.

[capek]

Mark Jackson keeps getting all the Wired stuff. Isn't Pop connected to a mic too?

He probably mutters "fuck stern" often enough that not much of it's usable

[tim_duncan_fan]

Oooh boy, looks like we've got Timid Duncan on this night. Let's go Tony! Get Kawhi involved!

[blkroadrunners]

Great help D by Split

[Strategic]

nice hustle

[DatBoyGood]

Manu playing saftey :lol

[Reck]

Loving the hustle by the Spurs

[timtonymanu]

Klay Thompson looks like Corey Matthews.

[BatManu20]

This half just needs to end. Hopefully we can start knocking down some of these shots in the 2nd half.

[capek]

fucking missing all these chip shots!!

[LakerHater]

Golden State playin well!

[Captivus]

Spurs up by 1, commentator says: Spurs hanging around...

[SpurPadre]

Loving the hustle by the Spurs

But hating the execution

[SanDiegoSpursFan]

what the fuck is with that trumpet theme

[Reck]

David Lee is one annoying bitch. Alway moaning and shit.

[TE]

Spurs up by 1, commentator says: Spurs hanging around...

I lol'ed at that comment too.

[TE]

Spurs up by 1, commentator says: Spurs hanging around...

I lol'ed at that comment too.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Spurs up by 1, commentator says: Spurs hanging around...

:rolleyes

[SpurPadre]

Spurs up by 1, commentator says: Spurs hanging around...


Because we're playing like shit so far. If we play like this against the Heat, we'd be down by 20 easy.

[ace3g]

2nd game of B2B doesn't help, but using Thompson (long defender) on TP hurt the offensive flow.

[Spurs Brazil]

Need to stop Jack

[capek]

Golden State playin well!

Surprised how hard they're playing on D tbh

[Uriel]

It's amazing what a difference Tiago Spliter in the rotation makes. If DeJuan Blair had guarded that David Lee layup attempt instead, we'd be staring at a 3 point deficit and the momentum going the other way. Instead, we're only down 1, and it's our ball. 2 points may not seem like much, but these little plays accumulate over the course of a season.

[SpurPadre]

David Lee is one annoying bitch. Alway moaning and shit.

That asshole said we are a boring team but still a great team. He said that on the local radio here in Northern Cali.

[Trainwreck2100]

Spurs up by 1, commentator says: Spurs hanging around...

cause they should be down by 10

[TE]

2nd game of B2B doesn't help, but using Thompson (long defender) on TP hasn't helped the offensive flow.

Doin it the thunderefs way circa 2012 WCF

[LakerHater]

Surprised how hard they're playing on D tbh

Yeah, thier D looks seasoned!

[BatManu20]

Klay Thompson on Parker? Interesting. Putting longer guys to guard Tony, a la Sefolosha, could emerge as a new trend for coaching staffs to try and contain him.

It works. Even if he scores they make it really hard on him. And our entire offense is predicated off of the PnR. OKC is going to do this again in the playoffs if/when we play them, only they won't wait 2 games this time to start doing it. I wonder what we'll do to counter, or if we'll even be able to. Big question mark heading into the playoffs.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

"Robot Combat League" on Syfy?

Someone watched "Real Steel," and thought it'd be a good idea for a tv series?

[DesignatedT]

Damn golden state is really locked in defensively. About as good as they can be on that end. They are playing really hard. The fact that they are only up 1 is pretty surprising.

[Strategic]

Spurs defense looking good and keeping them in this game

[SpurPadre]

Yeah, thier D looks seasoned!

Especially considering Andrew Bogus is always hurt for them.

[LakerHater]

Good Look!!

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Nice pass, Diaw--as usual

[TE]

How we're up by one, I don't know

[Uriel]

Damn golden state is really locked in defensively. About as good as they can be on that end. They are playing really hard. The fact that they are only up 1 is pretty surprising.
It's indicative of how good we are, tbh.

[Spursfanfromafar]

Reckon the team is fatigued.. only explanation for the much below par FG%.

[LakerHater]

2 4 1!

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Yeah, Spurs have dead legs.

Crazy we're up 1.

[TE]

It's amazing how Landry hasn't been called for more behind the back calls tbh. You'd think he'd be trying the mount everest challenge.

[Uriel]

What was that?

[BatManu20]

I don't think I've ever seen a team look so dominant offensively one night to looking so bad the very next. I know it's back to back but pretty crazy.

[LakerHater]

DAAMN!!

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Jesus, don't EVER shoot another jump shot, Splitter :lol

[DesignatedT]

Is that the Splitter jumper people have been asking for? :lmao

[SanDiegoSpursFan]

its okay splitter you had to take that shot

[Brunodf]

Wtf is Tony doing? Stopping the ball moviment to pass the ball in the last second?????????

[RD2191]

FUCK YOU LEE

[jimbo]

Splitter, love you--but you're not the bailout shot taker tbh. Would rather have Parker take them

[LakerHater]

Ahhhhhhhhhhhh Fuck You Bonner!

[Uriel]

Ugh. I think the "suspenseful" background music caused Bonner to rush that shot.

[TE]

God bonner, God.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

What an ugly display in that 2nd quarter

[capek]

Ugly half. Just grind it out guys, play through the tiredness. We'll start hitting shots in the 2nd.

[Captivus]

Splitter should be more aware when he is at FT distance, that could help...

[timtonymanu]

Could be worse. Our defense is pretty good tonight.

[Texas_Ranger]

at least Bonner shoots it. Diaw is a pussy thats looks useless on offense.

[LakerHater]

Thank gawd that 1st half is over!!

[loveforthegame]

Ugly first half. Yikes.

[DatBoyGood]

Gotta give credit to warrior's defense

[Reck]

I take a one point lead at the half for how shaky the Spurs played.

[Uriel]

The fact that we seem to be so "fatigued" despite having minutes managed so heavily the other night is somewhat concerning. It doesn't bode well for the amount of stamina our guys will have when the starters' minutes inevitable increase come playoff time.

Pop should start ramping up minutes as the season winds down to try and get them used to it.

[siraulo23]

combination of tired legs and good defense by gsw on parker tbh

im liking how the spurs defense is still there despite the shooting woes

[TE]

Could be worse. Our defense is pretty good tonight.

We should be down, by 5+ tbh. We're cold and tired tonight. Hopefully we hit some shots and get some rhythm going.

[TE]

Could be worse. Our defense is pretty good tonight.

We should be down, by 5+ tbh. We're cold and tired tonight. Hopefully we hit some shots and get some rhythm going.

[Spurs Brazil]

Up one at the half is good. If the offense get it going in the 2nd we're fine

[emanueldavidginobili]

Its pretty hilarious how we are up at halftime playing so awful, we need the ball movement like last night

[LoneStarState'sPride]

I take a one point lead at the half for how shaky the Spurs played.

This

[Richie]

Parker not getting penetration and the offence stalls. It's like watching the WCF all over again.

[Darius McCrary]

Very fun game so far IMO. Spurs playing amazing D.

[SpurPadre]

well, it's a great sign when the team had one of their worst halves since the Pistons game and we're still up 1 against the 6th seed on the road on the second of a back to back.

[TheSkeptic]

combination of tired legs and good defense by gsw on parker tbh

im liking how the spurs defense is still there despite the shooting woes

I think Pop's going to have to make some adjustments at the half.

[Manu-20]

at least Bonner shoots it. Diaw is a pussy thats looks useless on offense.

Diaw isn't usless on offense he is making good passes and playing decent D so far but I do agree he needs to shoot the ball more often but with him it's on and off.

[Darius McCrary]

Give credit to GS, they are defending damn well too. But Spurs are playing championship defense every possession.

[Strategic]

Good guys are leading!!!

[playblair]

I think Pop's going to have to make some adjustments at the half.

the adjustment should be to playblair not bonner .................. bonner is awful ......................

[TheSkeptic]

the adjustment should be to playblair not bonner .................. bonner is awful ......................

Uh huh.

No actually I'd like to see how they counteract Golden State's use of a long defender on Parker. What I like about this game compared to the WCF is that the Spurs have the defense to stay in it.

[spursmartyr]

the adjustment should be to playblair not bonner .................. bonner is awful ......................
Baynes >>> both of the Turd Towers, tbh

[spursmartyr]

also, where the hell is Trill? still moaning and whining over a lost fetus?

[SpurPadre]

Give credit to GS, they are defending damn well too. But Spurs are playing championship defense every possession.

even freaking bonner's playing solid d

[HI-FI]

i'm sure it's already been said, but seeing these GS jerseys in action, they are the gayest thing outside of the Castro District.

[benfti]

also, where the hell is Trill? still moaning and whining over a lost fetus?

you sir, are a c#$7

[playblair]

Uh huh.

No actually I'd like to see how they counteract Golden State's use of a long defender on Parker. What I like about this game compared to the WCF is that the Spurs have the defense to stay in it.

word ............. let kawhi handle the ball force the long defender off of parker

[Manu-20]

Uh huh.

No actually I'd like to see how they counteract Golden State's use of a long defender on Parker. What I like about this game compared to the WCF is that the Spurs have the defense to stay in it.
Was thinking the same thing Golden State is similar to OKC in some ways that they rely on jumpers a lot and have some athletic guys also as you stated Clay thompson is a long guy like Thabo on Parker good to see the spurs D is keeping us in this.

[Trainwreck2100]

The fact that we seem to be so "fatigued" despite having minutes managed so heavily the other night is somewhat concerning. It doesn't bode well for the amount of stamina our guys will have when the starters' minutes inevitable increase come playoff time.

Pop should start ramping up minutes as the season winds down to try and get them used to it.
Jackson's having his players play D at an unsustainable pace, look at what happened to Thompson in the 2nd quarter

[timvp]

Not bad. Textbook emotional letdown after a big win but the Spurs are competing great on D. Their offense isn't there yet but it's good for the Spurs to lock down on D. Quality learning environment.

Obviously, we want the offense to wake up in the second half. GS is defending their collective azz off so it won't be easy.

Tbh, I don't see anything to be upset about so far. The bench sucked or else the Spurs would hold a big lead. If the starters can keep balling and the bench can hold serve, the Spurs can win this.

[TheSkeptic]

also, where the hell is Trill? still moaning and whining over a lost fetus?

The hell is wrong with you.

[timtonymanu]

Why isn't Jack playing? Maybe because Pop knows the crowd will boo him and he doesn't want Jack to have to go through that with what he's been through?

[TheSkeptic]

Was thinking the same thing Golden State is similar to OKC in some ways that they rely on jumpers a lot and have some athletic guys also as you stated Clay thompson is a long guy like Thabo on Parker good to see the spurs D is keeping us in this.

I never thought I'd say this but I like playblair's idea of letting Kawhi handle the ball some.

[spurs1990]

Nothing off limits on SpursTalk we can plainly see.

[maverick1948]

Tony would normally have at least 7 assists on the passes he has made tonight, but everybody missing shots on both teams. Thompson cant hang with TP when the 4th quarter comes around. GS hasnt got the bench we have.

[Uriel]

Why isn't Jack playing? Maybe because Pop knows the crowd will boo him and he doesn't want Jack to have to go through that with what he's been through?
Not a bad theory, actually.

[RD2191]

I wonder how my arch nemesis Cry Havoc is doing at the game..

[timvp]

also, where the hell is Trill? still moaning and whining over a lost fetus?

WTF.

Seriously?

[Darius McCrary]

Spurs are also overdue for a player to go Old School Spur Killer Mode, and lose a winnable game.

[Manu-20]

I never thought I'd say this but I like playblair's idea of letting Kawhi handle the ball some.

He has defintely been touching the ball more these last couple games they even have him in the post and running some pick n rolls all this should help us in the playoffs, overall though it's good to see Kawhi starting to expand his game in the spurs system.

[timvp]

Jack being out is pretty simple. Pop has De Colo at backup PG, Neal at backup SG and Manu at backup SF.

[BatManu20]

also, where the hell is Trill? still moaning and whining over a lost fetus?

GTFOH with that shit loser

[atoyotagaspedal]

lol damn that's low

[freetiago]

Our bench is trash now that Neal cant hit anything
Manu "getting there" Ginobili is a ? mark
Splitter doesnt play with them
Diaw is passive
Bonner lol

Why does Jarret JAck love SA so much

[LakerHater]

Jus one at least Timmy!

[ShoogarBear]

Man, this is kinda fug.

[TheSkeptic]

He has deftinley been touching the ball more these last couple games they even have him in the post and running some pick n rolls all this should help us in the playoffs, overall though it's good to see Kawhi starting to expand his game in the spurs system.

For sure. His aggression these last few games has been very encouraging. :tu

But anyway, the learning experience would be good for him.

[LakerHater]

Will somebody fuckin block out!

[TheSkeptic]

David Lee's getting way too many tip ins.

[024]

the warrior's uniforms look pretty futuristic. it makes the spurs' jersey look kind of outdated.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Way to take it strong to the rack, Tony

[LoneStarState'sPride]

TimmyPickpocket!

[LakerHater]

Yesssssss!

[100%duncan]

Cmon Tp we need yo to stat pad.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Keep taking it to 'em in the paint, Spurs

[Strategic]

They're going over Timmy's back getting offensive boards tonight, bastards.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

They're going over Timmy's back getting offensive boards tonight, bastards.

How dare they

[LakerHater]

GOALTEND!!!!!!!!!

[TE]

Free throws...

[Bill_Brasky]

Idc how off the shot was, that was a goaltend

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Jesus, Timmy's struggled from the line the last couple nights

[SanDiegoSpursFan]

duncan has been a bit off. i guess its a consequence from sitting him out for half a month.

[TE]

They're going over Timmy's back getting offensive boards tonight, bastards.

Been happening a lot in this game. They're playing in Oakland.

[TE]

They're going over Timmy's back getting offensive boards tonight, bastards.

Been happening a lot in this game. They're playing in Oakland.

[LakerHater]

How does the review work, could they've reviewed that goaltend?

[capek]

Annoyed at these missed free throws. Not making things any easier for ourselves :td

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

also, where the hell is Trill? still moaning and whining over a lost fetus?
Are you serious right now? Damn maybe you should turn in your Spurs fan card if you're like that.

[Spurs Brazil]

Good start; looks better on O

[Darius McCrary]

Elite D, bad FTs
Blast from the past, tbh

[LakerHater]

Spurs in the bonus 2:59 into the 3rd quarter

[LakerHater]

Damn Lee is all over the boards!

[TE]

BS call

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Are you serious right now? Damn maybe you should turn in your Spurs fan card if you're like that.

For real. GTFO with that shit.

[RD2191]

bull

[SpurPadre]

TD taking way too many jumpers now

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Elite D, bad FTs
Blast from the past, tbh

Throwback night in the Bay Area :lol

[LakerHater]

Timmeh!

[Uriel]

Nice shot.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

TD taking way too many jumpers now


And of course he hits his next one :lol

[Trainwreck2100]

will we get a 2nd straight 40 minute 3rd quarter?

[LakerHater]

Dammit, here comes Diaw.....

[LittleCriminal]

Where is Baynes??

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Parker is having a rough night. I'm expecting him to come alive in the 4th quarter.

[DapDaGenius]

The most botched play in history.

[LakerHater]

Sloppy bucket!

[Strategic]

hell yeah well take that shit

[BatManu20]

Man this game is just a struggle. Gotta grind it out

[LakerHater]

Spin cycle!!!!!!

[timtonymanu]

Nice move Tony

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

There's Parker!

[LoneStarState'sPride]

OH SHIT, Parker!

[SpursNextRomanEmpire]

Fuck, wow Parker. Amazing.

[DapDaGenius]

Parker, Origami Cyclone.

But wow the play looked just like the play from the Night Crawler gif.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Even the GSW fans gave it up for that one

[SanDiegoSpursFan]

this game is pretty fun

[mrjap2x]

Tony "Nightcrawler" Parker.

[LakerHater]

WoW, Lee.

[Strategic]

soft ass call

[LakerHater]

WTF, Offensive??

[SpurPadre]

And of course he hits his next one :lol

reverse psychology, there, lol.

[TE]

That call

[DapDaGenius]

C'mon Diaw.

[bluebellmaniac]

Where is Baynes??

Pretty sure he got bumped to make room for SJ's return.

[LakerHater]

REBOUND!

[LoneStarState'sPride]

A defensive rebound would be.....................nice

[TE]

Finally they called that

[LoneStarState'sPride]

There ya go, Timmy

[LakerHater]

WOW!

[SanDiegoSpursFan]

kawhi having sdsu flashbacks

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Hello, Kawhi!

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

We need more of that from Leonard!

[Strategic]

call those fouls on dem boys

[BatManu20]

Why does Diaw never look to score? He's 2 feet away from the basket and he passes it or doesn't even think about laying it in. It's frustrating to watch.

[RD2191]

LOL THIS FAG KEEPS BRINGING BOGUT UP

[ace3g]

Kawhi post game!!!

[timtonymanu]

Kawhi :tu

[Strategic]

Leonard taking that man to the hoop

[LoneStarState'sPride]

STRONG move, Kawhi!

[SpursNextRomanEmpire]

Kawhi just backing that mofo down

[capek]

FINALLY! Kawhi getting more of the offensive load. So happy about this!

[SanDiegoSpursFan]

lol kawhi was a power forward in hs/college.

[capek]

Great block by Diaw!

[DapDaGenius]

Way to go Diaw.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

DIAW block!

SA ball!

[RD2191]

BULLSHIT CALLS

[DapDaGenius]

Lol Curry with the luck.....pussy.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

And of course that garbage by Curry goes in

[wut]

I'll admit that I'm just SORTA watching this game, but is there a good reason why Splitter isn't playing? Seems like against a quick young team Splitter would be better in the lineup over DIAW....

[LakerHater]

This is a long ass 3rd period!

[benfti]

Green is giving us nothing this half

[TE]

Lol Curry with the luck.....pussy.

He's a soft little jumpshooting pussy like his brother tbh.

[SpurPadre]

Notice how the announcers aren't saying the Warriors are hanging around? Yet we were hanging around when down by 1 in the 2nd quarter?

[Splits]

Pop fucking pissed at Tim

[playbonner]

I'll admit that I'm just SORTA watching this game, but is there a good reason why Splitter isn't playing? Seems like against a quick young team Splitter would be better in the lineup over DIAW....

he usually rest early so he can come in when Duncan is resting

[BatManu20]

Curry's shot shouldn't have been a foul. He literally jumped directly into Tim. That's a no-call. Shitty call by the refs per par

[Strategic]

Spurs showing another way to skin a pussy cat.

[DapDaGenius]

Well, back to Grand theft auto.

[Spurs Brazil]

Kawhi with some solid plays in the post

[Texas_Ranger]

He's a soft little jumpshooting pussy like his brother tbh.

you can tell that for half of the players on the Spurs team...

[crc21209]

Horse shit call on TD. He was just standing there straight and Curry jumped straight into him and created all the contact...

[Nathan89]

Kawhi needs be utilized more now. We can't rely of 4 steps slower ginobili in the playoffs so we need Kawhi to be prepared to take a bigger role.

[wut]

... Spurs should be just in 'give the ball to Tony' mode, good lord he's playing awesome.

[Strategic]

wtf

[wildbill2u]

I'll admit that I'm just SORTA watching this game, but is there a good reason why Splitter isn't playing? Seems like against a quick young team Splitter would be better in the lineup over DIAW....

Been wondering myself. Is he injured?

[LakerHater]

GODDAMMIT!!

[timtonymanu]

smh Tony.

[BatManu20]

How the hell are we letting Jarret Jack shit all over us. Come on guys

[SanDiegoSpursFan]

gahhh its probably really loud in there

[TE]

Hustle plays are killing us

[Brunodf]

Wtf ?????????

[Uriel]

Can't but help but be impressed with Golden State's hustle and energy.

[RD2191]

we need baynes, bad

[crc21209]

So apparently you can jump into people and get a call? Cool...

[LakerHater]

Kawhi doesnt know how to block out!?

[wut]

playing Warriors is like playing a college team...someone tell them to slow down! :lol

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Pop is about to murder Tony and Tim.

[Trainwreck2100]

smh Tony.

that shit's not on tony, someone should have told him jack was behind him

[DapDaGenius]

Fuck the Warriors, Fuck Jack, Fuck that Mark guy. Oh boy, General Mills is in, let's see what he can do.

[Libri]

great passing there

[timtonymanu]

that shit's not on tony, someone should have told him jack was behind him

Yeah I think Diaw had a clear view.

[Strategic]

Tiago got touched by .....................

[LoneStarState'sPride]

Fuck you, jack

[Darkwaters]

They need to fire the scorekeeper on this broadcast.

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

I feel like it's time for Ginobili to take over in this 4th quarter.

[DapDaGenius]

That look, that piercing look, that boiling look. LMFAO

[BatManu20]

Patty Mills defense is really bad..

[capek]

Wow, we're shooting 80% from the line? Could have sworn it was more like 50% wtf

[timtonymanu]

They need to fire the scorekeeper on this broadcast.

:lol It's been a fuckup all game.

[DapDaGenius]

HOW THE FUCK!!!

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Who the hell is this Jarret Jack?

[LakerHater]

Jack murdering Spurs per usual!

[DapDaGenius]

WHY THE FUCK???

[timtonymanu]

:lol HWSNBN doing what he does best. This time I love him for it.

[Nathan89]

:lmao Double teaming RJ

[Strategic]

shut the F up landry

[Uriel]

:lol RJ ISO

[LakerHater]

FUCK Tiago!

[BatManu20]

Splitter sucking at FT's tonight

[siraulo23]

why isnt jax playing?

[Darius McCrary]

Rofl, i called it. were overdue for a player to be Spur Killer

[Strategic]

lol dumbass calls a time out

[Bill_Brasky]

I don't care how pesky and annoying the Ws are being tonight, they forever have my heart for the HWSNBN trade.

[LakerHater]

Man this 3rd period feels like its been goin on forever!

[TE]

Rofl, i called it. were overdue for a player to be Spur Killer

Jack has been a spur killer for sometime now.

Good call tho

[loveforthegame]

Missed fts are killing us. And getting outrebounded by the freaking Warriors.

[Trainwreck2100]

Stupid Dick wasted a timeout they may end up needing

[timtonymanu]

I don't care how pesky and annoying the Ws are being tonight, they forever have my heart for the HWSNBN trade.

:tu

[Darius McCrary]

Yeah I think Diaw had a clear view.

You're right, total Diaw fail.