2014 NBA playoffs - 2nd Round, Game 1 - Blazers @ Spurs

[timtonymanu]

Blazers with 27 fta in 3 quarters on the road, we are gonna get screwed in Portland.

Yes, it's going to be tough to win in Portland so it's important the Spurs win the first 2 home games.

[Uriel]

The sad thing is that the Spurs aren't playing near their peak.
Wow. That's a pretty bold assertion.

[timtonymanu]

Blazers with 27 fta in 3 quarters on the road, we are gonna get screwed in Portland.

Yes, it's going to be tough to win in Portland so it's important the Spurs win the first 2 home games.

[Kidd K]

Portland clearly the more aggressive team tonight... that's what they say about the freebie disparity.... amiright?

:lol I always hated that shitty cookie cutter argument.

[Darius Bieber]

http://i.imgur.com/kTgvQIS.gif

[Cry Havoc]

The sad thing is that the Spurs aren't playing near their peak.

Maybe not but the shooting makes up for it. 8-12 from 3.

[Nathan89]

The sad thing is that the Spurs aren't playing near their peak.

Not in the third quarter but they played damn well in the first half.

[TDfan2007]

:lol these calls that Aldridge is getting. If those are fouls, then playing defense is impossible.

[ontheraise]

spurs still miss a bit of that oldfashion ball movment

[hommeaetage]

If Baynes works on his defensive positioning he'll be really serviceable

[TheGoldStandard]

Watch out Portland is going to offer Baynes 10Mil, they're always trying to coup some big away from us

[99 Problems]

Ladies and Gents

introducing Mr Baynes

some say he sent Dwight to Texas.

[Timmy4ever]

Release the beast

[Dex]

Wow. That's a pretty bold assertion.

Spurs are pretty close to going full HAM, but Green and Manu have both been awful this game.

You get the Big 4 going with the bench...full SS3.

[Fireball]

I feel you man. I start with classes late today, so I'll be able to get some more sleep. But I won't even be able to watch Game 4 till the end because I'll have to go to uni. This timing sucks. as long as we win everything is fine, but being tired and in a bad mood because of a loss really ruins the day

[atoyotagaspedal]

How many playoff double doubles does duncan have now?

[Johnny RIngo]

I really do like that Manu is finding his way into the paint - if he can pass effectively out of that and draw fouls it's a huge plus.

Yup. Manu's free-throw attempt rate in these playoffs is the 2nd highest of his career, Only 2005 post-season ranks higher. The sample size is small though(seven games against the Mavs) but it's a good sign.

[BatManu20]

Alright second unit, don't let up

[Captivus]

No way Baynes remembers any of what he did after the game. Total black out.

:lmao

[SupremeGuy]

Blazers with 27 fta in 3 quarters on the road, we are gonna get screwed in Portland.Dammit, just let me enjoy tonight. lol

[bbarry]

No more Pop interviews anymore?

[ShoogarBear]

Stotts still piling minutes on his starters. :lol

[jag]

If the refs weren't up their ass we'd be up 40+

The refs have called a great game. I'm not sure what all this talk is about. It's pretty stupid.

[Budkin]

:lol Baynes

[703 Spurz]

Baynes thinking he's Dr. J.

[Budkin]

Finally no call

[Fireball]

Spurs are pretty close to going full HAM, but Green and Manu have both been awful this game. green checked out after not playing the second quarter ... he really needs more minutes to be effective on both ends of the court

[Budkin]

Beli!!!

[ontheraise]

is that truly a wise idea to start garbage time right now

[BatManu20]

Lol that's a travel by Belli

[Dex]

:lol Det dude Beli

[superjames1992]

Woah, Belli!

[RD2191]

tired of those fucking and 1s

[DPG21920]

Baynes with a good thick foul.

[Cry Havoc]

is that truly a wise idea to start garbage time right now

Yes. Blazers will be lucky to score 27 points in this quarter let alone make up a 27 point deficit.

[ElNono]

Bayne not getting the "verticality" rule

[Budkin]

tired of those fucking and 1s

No 1!

[Budkin]

Charge!

[DatBoyGood]

Thats four!

[ElNono]

nice flop :tu

[jag]

Spursfan: "now the refs are calling it fair!"

[RD2191]

:bang

[ontheraise]

the second unit need too cool down a bit no hurry

[DPG21920]

POR switching Wes onto TP did work a little. Offense did ok, but was not as crisp.

[testies]

what did I say about the charge being really easy to do against LMA?

[BanditHiro]

Bayne not getting the "verticality" rule

is anyone getting it anymore?

[Budkin]

come on! :bang

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Ugh, game isn't over yet! Spurs need to play smarter!

[703 Spurz]

Miller keeps talking about this just being Game 1. Yes we get the point you big eared fuck.

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Come on Mills! Play some defense!

[ontheraise]

we need tony back in

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Pop needs to call a timeout, this game is nowhere near being over.

[TheGoldStandard]

Okay Pop, time out.. time to get Kawhi and maybe green in there... too many shitty shots.

[BanditHiro]

lol finding his way against the Bench...what a faggot of a team.

[Beaverfuzz]

Down to 20...JAZZ HANDS!!!

[TheGoldStandard]

Stop Fronting Aldridge

[Budkin]

Spurs getting sloppy...

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Where is Manu's head tonight?

[superjames1992]

Patty clearly can't guard Lillard.

[timtonymanu]

Mills and Beli together does not work. The defense gets torched.

[BatManu20]

Alright second unit, don't let up

Or not. Whatever.

[RD2191]

If this gets to single digits I'm going to be pissed.

[ontheraise]

stupid move by pop should have keep the starting 5 in until 6min to go

[smaka]

:lol Blazers gonna play their startes 40+ minutes in a blowout games

[TDfan2007]

The refs have called a great game. I'm not sure what all this talk is about. It's pretty stupid.

Game has been officiated just fine overall, but the calls that Aldridge has been getting have been absurd.

[testies]

Ginobili never plays two games in a row well

[Spurs9]

Why do we crap the bed with large leads?

[TheGoldStandard]

Manu is not for this game.. bench his ass

[mclinejr]

"Wow, they cut the lead to 20." - Douchey Commentator

[Cry Havoc]

lol

"Portland might be figuring out the Spurs defense."

Spurs on the court: Beli, Patty, Baynes, Manu, and Diaw.

[DPG21920]

Nice TO by Pop. What is Reggie talking about these guys figuring out the Spurs defense :lol? It's Baynes, Beli, Patty Mills. Pop tried to buy rest, but unlike Dallas with the leads, he isn't waiting so long while the lead evaporates.

[spurs1990]

Maybe they can rest Manu during these types of games

[Captivus]

POR making a mistake by letting the starters in the game...I mean they can still win...but coach should just give the Spurs the game.

[ElNono]

Spurs need to keep going inside... that's where the easy points are at

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Bench just got complacent, not OK. But hopefully Spurs can pull this off anyways with Stotts playing Lillard and Aldridge so much. Those guys will tire out soon.

[servalli]

Manu sucks

[Nathan89]

Yep, fronting Aldridge is a terrible strategy.

[SpursOwn]

Manu Ginobili (http://espn.go.com/nba/player/_/id/272/manu-ginobili), SG
18
0-6





C'mon Manu, gotta do better than that. And yes, these refs are the suck.

[BatManu20]

Why do we crap the bed with large leads?

Cause we have our 2nd unit playing against their 1st..

[myhc]

Lillard likcing his chops every time he sees Patty on him. Patty should not be covering him another minute for the rest of this series.

[99 Problems]

Pop make Manu sit down.

[smaka]

as long as we win everything is fine, but being tired and in a bad mood because of a loss really ruins the day
Yes, it sucks the most if you have to go right after the game we lost, without at least an hour or two of sleeping on it...

[ElNono]

no Pop interview anymore?

[Fireball]

Maybe they can rest Manu during these types of games he really looks like the "play every other day" schedule is tiring him out

[weebo]

lol

"Portland might be figuring out the Spurs defense."

Spurs on the court: Beli, Patty, Baynes, Manu, and Diaw.


Miller is just an atrocious announcer. He's being slobbering all over Lillard since before tip off.

[Kidd K]

lol

"Portland might be figuring out the Spurs defense."

Spurs on the court: Beli, Patty, Baynes, Manu, and Diaw.

lol. Gameplan: Wait until the Spurs stop trying since they're up 30 and coasting to the inevitable conclusion.

[superjames1992]

Manu just having one of those clunker games, tbh. Don't act surprised. He has them in the playoffs. Remember game 4 of the 2007 NBA Finals? Scoreless until three free throws to close the game out. :lol

[Nathan89]

is anyone getting it anymore?

Roy Hibbert is the player that gets it the most. Baynes got is earlier

[Fireball]

no Pop interview anymore? testing the new commissioner who has other things on his mind ...

[wut]

Miller keeps talking about this just being Game 1. Yes we get the point you big eared fuck.
Yeh and making a big deal when Portland hits a few shots in a row against our bench and act like they've solved how to score on spurs lol

[Budkin]

TP!!!

[TheGoldStandard]

Lol Miller with his anti spurs agenda. Dude, Stotts couldn't find his own dick.

[ontheraise]

the clock isn t running

[ElNono]

Manu just having one of those clunker games, tbh. Don't act surprised. He has them in the playoffs. Remember game 4 of the 2007 NBA Finals? :lol

yah... I'm glad it's this game where everybody else is chipping in

[Cry Havoc]

Parker is just immolating the Blazers.

[mclinejr]

lol

"Portland might be figuring out the Spurs defense."

Spurs on the court: Beli, Patty, Baynes, Manu, and Diaw.

:lmao This some of the worst commentating I've heard in a while.

[Raven]

liliard got schooled sooooo badly :lol

[703 Spurz]

Why do we crap the bed with large leads?

You'd prefer to win by 90 or some bullshit?

[DPG21920]

TP is just the tits.

[Fireball]

manu looks pissed ...

[Budkin]

Marco's fucking back

[Jdspur20]

one thing is for sure, Lillard cannot stop Parker.

[Darius Bieber]

TNT's scoreboard is frozen lol

[Budkin]

Excellent D!

[ElNono]

that's the playoff Mo everybody loves

[SpursOwn]

Did we break the scoreboard?

[DPG21920]

Manu's results/decisions are bad, but I am encouraged he can physically still do what he wants. That should even out IMO and he clearly has a good role here.

[Budkin]

Hah Marco almost had it.

[Captivus]

take Parker out now and milk the clock

[703 Spurz]

Yeh and making a big deal when Portland hits a few shots in a row against our bench and act like they've solved how to score on spurs lol

Just trying to have whoever is watching this game to get interested in sticking around.

[BanditHiro]

blazers are finally playing hard lol

[Raven]

one thing is for sure, Lillard cannot stop Parker.

or anybody else, for that matter

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Parker being a ballhog.

[703 Spurz]

Portland with 30 FTA in 40 minutes

[ontheraise]

refs just decided that por will get ft on all possession

[Captivus]

thats game Tiago!

[Budkin]

Splitter and 1!

[BanditHiro]

lawler's law

[ElNono]

crofl LMA bitching about fouls

[superjames1992]

What is Parker still in the game?

[Jdspur20]

Parker being a ballhog.

for tonight, fine with me.

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

I just realized Duncan has a double double, how many is he away from Magic's record?

[TheGoldStandard]

You know you suck on defense hard when Danny Green blows by you

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Stotts is going to tire out his starters so badly.

[BatManu20]

Every time Danny Green drives it feels like you're watching the game in slow motion tbh

[Jdspur20]

crofl LMA bitching about fouls

yep, only had 10 whistles go his way.

[servalli]

Trade Ginobili

[Captivus]

Parker out NOW!

[TheGoldStandard]

Parker had a nice rest there in the beginning of the 3rd and into the 4th so he's still got some minutes in him tonight.. Stotts is an idiot, this game is done dude, get those guys rest.

[smaka]

Every time Danny Green drives it feels like you're watching the game in slow motion tbh
When you watched that 3rd quarter it also felt like that. Whole quarter.

[superjames1992]

Danny Green is the only scoreless Spur of those who have played.

[Nathan89]

Parker being a ballhog.

Because he gets a high percentage shot every time he gets a screen.

[sexinthatsx]

I just realized Duncan has a double double, how many is he away from Magic's record?

After tonight, 8 games left.

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

After tonight, 8 games left.
Thought it was closer.

[DPG21920]

Given, the Spurs haven't played their starters huge minutes and the lead allowed them to play some other guys, POR had a much bigger impact in the second half. They won the 3Q and are winning the 4th as of now. Spurs defense gave up more and more defensively as well.

Will be interesting to see with an entire game to adjust, how the Spurs offense reacts to the Wes on TP adjustment along with others.

[hommeaetage]

The bad news about this game is the refs are calling such BS even with perfect defense on Aldridge. The Spurs will have to overcome that

[PingPong]

Aldridge going to 30pts with a lot of fouls as bônus. But he has 5 fouls already. Does he just work well against Howard?

[ElNono]

Happy bday, Mugen!!!

[Josh810]

Why are their starters still out there? Lol.

[ShoogarBear]

Dream Scenario: Spurs get blowout win, LMA and Lillard play 40 minutes.

[DesertSpur50]

Blazers figuring out one of the million ways to die in the west:flag:

[DatBoyGood]

Great defense

[timtonymanu]

Wes Matthews seems like such a douche.

[RD2191]

Why are LMA and Lillard still out there?

[DatBoyGood]

Matthews needs to calm tf down

[703 Spurz]

So many shitty calls on both ends.

[DPG21920]

How can POR complain about calls?? It's been even or in their favor..

[313]

Happy bday, Mugen (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=15519)!!!

[ElNono]

Portland can be such a bunch of whiny bitches, tbh

[timtonymanu]

Happy bday, Mugen!!!

Is it really? Happy bday, Mugen. :tu

[Budkin]

Why are LMA and Lillard still out there?

Because they have no bench.

[smaka]

Let them play! Lol

[InRareForm]

lol starters still in, this shit is over

[ElNono]

LMA hooked Tiago

[BanditHiro]

can they just end the damn game...stop calling every fucking foul

[BatManu20]

Aldridge doing his thing

[DPG21920]

They are really hamstringing Tiago now. Started by allowing him to play, then calling a lot.

[RD2191]

LMA suddenly getting KD type calls.

[timtonymanu]

:lol Matthews
:lol always whining to the refs

[ElNono]

:lol buh bye Matthews

[spurs10]

Stotts is hoping to get it to 20 for a moral victory or he is a horrible coach.

[703 Spurz]

45 total fouls called with 4:40 left

[noles1983]

terrible officiating this game both ways

[TDfan2007]

Terrible call there against Matthews. Refs aren't letting them play.

[DPG21920]

How is that not a Tech on Wes Math :lol? You don't get to stay on the court as long as you want after you foul out and walk around giving dap to your teammates.

[DatBoyGood]

Wouldn't surprise me if Portland throws cheap shots at TP at some point in this series

[davemaniscool]

LA the second coming with those calls

[BatManu20]

Splitter smh

[DPG21920]

:lmao Tiago what on Earth was that???

[timtonymanu]

Slowest 4th ever.

[BanditHiro]

get Tony out Pop.

[DPG21920]

Gino will need a solid game next game. TP did the heavy lifting scoring/defense/minutes wise. He has to be able to give the Spurs 25-30 MPG of solid basketball.

[servalli]

Pop sucks

[DatBoyGood]

TD and Manu getting rest. Game 2 and throughout the series are going to be tough

[testies]

the "Plethora Of Screens" play we used to run for Parker is now being ran for Belli

[RD2191]

Winning in Portland is gonna be a bitch. Refs won't quit.

[Johnny RIngo]

Fantastic to win like this while only playing Duncan and Manu 24 and 18 mins each.

[sexinthatsx]

Thought it was closer.

not positive, but pretty sure 8

[hater]

:lmao Lillard and Alridge with 40 minutes played :lmao

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Weirdest feeling, I never think a game is over too early, like game 7 against Dallas I didn't think it was over for a long time, but tonight, I just knew this game was over since halfway through the third quarter. Despite Portland playing with energy, they just have had no chance of making a comeback.

[PingPong]

Just 2-13 from 3's? Portland shoots better than this, tbh.

[Budkin]

Winning in Portland is gonna be a bitch. Refs won't quit.

Seriously what is this bullshit?

[Uriel]

I'm worried about how pissed Portland is going to be in Game 2, tbh. They'e gonna come out hard. :(

[timtonymanu]

The Blazers will sweep the Spurs. The only advantage San Antonio has is their bench and that's not that important in the playoffs. I don't see anyway the Spurs can keep up with us.

:lol

[ElNono]

Gino will need a solid game next game. TP did the heavy lifting scoring/defense/minutes wise. He has to be able to give the Spurs 25-30 MPG of solid basketball.

Tony was amazing... Manu only 18 mins... Pop got the quick hook on this game, seeing Beli was hitting... if everybody chip in, it makes everything easier

[servalli]

:lmao Lillard and Alridge with 40 minutes played :lmao

Parker with 36 :rolleyes

[DPG21920]

POR does get a lot of ref love, especially at home. Just have to be prepared. Spurs got a terrible crew for a home game, but easily overcame any bad calls and it wasn't that bad overall.

[313]

the "Plethora Of Screens" play we used to run for Parker is now being ran for Belli
the loop

[testies]

Aldridge is such an annoying sack of shit..

[Johnny RIngo]

:lmao Lillard and Alridge with 40 minutes played :lmao

Thank god we don't have to face Rick Carlisle again

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

I'm a little worried about game 2. Spurs need to come out with more energy, I know Manu will as he's pissed with how bad he played, but besides that, Parker, Leonard, Duncan, Splitter, and the bench need to come out with a lot of energy so that Portland doesn't outhustle them.

[703 Spurz]

Spurs bench with 45 points, Portland's has 12.

[spursfan1000]

what the fuck where the crowd at cheer them off at the end

[PingPong]

Baynes/Belli/Ayres/Bonner/CoJo lineup.

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Lol Ayres's first possession.

[BatManu20]

Ayers comes in, immediately turns it over :lol

[noles1983]

you know its an ass whooping when all our white guys playing

[BatManu20]

:lol Baynes 3 almost went in

[DesertSpur50]

The GUESTS have over stayed their welcome.

[DPG21920]

35 minutes for TP is a lot for him given his shape this year, but still manageable overall.

[NFO]

Would have loved to see that Baynes 3 go in.

[RD2191]

Look for Splitter to get in foul trouble early in Game 2.

[ontheraise]

i was 2 cm close to inta buy baynes jersey

[NASpurs]

Earl Watson? Didn't know he was still in the league.

[NASpurs]

Baynes/Belli/Ayres/Bonner/CoJo lineup.

Ah yes, the ABC lineup.

[lil_penny]

Good game spurs fans. You guys delivered the knockout punch on us early and never looked back, Parker was excellent and your bench probably outplayed our starters :lol thanks for not blowing us out by 40 :lmao

[PingPong]

That Cojo + Baynes pickn'roll was weird.

[spursfan1000]

Good game spurs fans. You guys delivered the knockout punch on us early and never looked back, Parker was excellent and your bench probably outplayed our starters :lol thanks for not blowing us out by 40 :lmao
:wakeup

[Raven]

Weirdest feeling, I never think a game is over too early, like game 7 against Dallas I didn't think it was over for a long time, but tonight, I just knew this game was over since halfway through the third quarter. Despite Portland playing with energy, they just have had no chance of making a comeback.

i thought it after the starters went out and baynes scored his first ..

[DPG21920]

Great, great start SA! They came out focused. 2nd half raised a few questions, so let's see what SA does in game 2 with regards to POR's 2nd half adjustments.

[PingPong]

LOL Portland scrubs playing the garbage time like crazy.

[timtonymanu]

Good game spurs fans. You guys delivered the knockout punch on us early and never looked back, Parker was excellent and your bench probably outplayed our starters :lol thanks for not blowing us out by 40 :lmao

:tu good dude.

[smaka]

:flag:

[BatManu20]

Great win. Most everyone played well except Manu. I think Portland bounces back in Game 2 and it's going to be close down the stretch. Hopefully we play well again.

[Captivus]

Spurs won the 3PT contest

[sexinthatsx]

Good game spurs fans. You guys delivered the knockout punch on us early and never looked back, Parker was excellent and your bench probably outplayed our starters :lol thanks for not blowing us out by 40 :lmao

Lillard and Aldridge won't shoot this bad in the second game tbh...

[Timmy4ever]

Glad Beli back

[Raven]

Look for Splitter to get in foul trouble early in Game 2.

i'm not worried, diaw can guard lma too.

[PingPong]

Portland shoots far better than this from the 3pts.

[Dex]

This series could be exactly what det dude Beli needs to get it together. He feasted against Portland this season, and the Spurs really need him to come alive if they want a solid chance at the big picture.

[td4mvp21]

I loved this game. They needed to send a message.

[DPG21920]

i'm not worried, diaw can guard lma too.

Diaw seems to struggle against LMA.

TP is like a top 3 NBA interview. Guy is just well spoken, honest and his interviews are always good to listen too.

[Brazil]

Kori just came by

good night overall :lol

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Great game! But just 1 game.

[DPG21920]

I am still shocked Danny Green has such a short leash. It almost did the Spurs in vs Dallas and although he wasn't needed tonight, there will come a time he is and I hope Pop trust him.

[spursfan1000]

Great win. Most everyone played well except Manu. I think Portland bounces back in Game 2 and it's going to be close down the stretch. Hopefully we play well again.
add greeen to that list

[PingPong]

Look for Splitter to get in foul trouble early in Game 2.

But LMA was with five fouls too. Just get him in foul trouble too.

[Captivus]

good game, good night!

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Duncan, Ginobili, and Green will lead this team to victory next game.

[Beaverfuzz]

Tonight's game makes me want to
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiBYM6g8Tck

[lil_penny]

Lillard and Aldridge won't shoot this bad in the second game tbh...

Splitter has been a solid defender when matched against aldridge the last couple of years Ive said it before that I thought he played him better than anyone else in the league, I think aldridge will probably continue with the rough shooting.

I thought lillard did a great job attacking in the 2nd half and trying to facilitate but we just couldn't knock down much (you guys did a great job on not letting us get many open looks)

Houston got up on us in every game and we came back, you guys did a damn good job on any small runs we tried to put together got it to like 20 and in a matter of 30 seconds back up to 26 :lol

Once again great game from top to bottom on both ends from you guys, hopefully we can try to keep the next one a little closer :toast

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

Ayres, Bonner, and Joseph only Spurs players finishing with a - with -1.

[PingPong]

Aron Baynes WHOOOOO? LOL

[james evans]

when i don't post in threads we win big. when i post here, we win close games or lose. i'm gonna keep that up for the remainder of the playoffs.

[TampaDude]

Don't forget, Aldridge went for 32 and 14, and Manu had only 2 points, and we still won by 24. Our defense held them to a season low 9 assists and got 20 turnovers. Our bench scored 50 tonight despite Manu's lack of scoring.

I know it's only one game, but damn...the Blazers just looked lost out there for most of the game...I just can't see them winning more than one game in this series.

Spurs in 5.

[Mugen]

Happy bday, Mugen (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=15519)!!!


Is it really? Happy bday, Mugen (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=15519). :tu

Thanks, great bday present tbh!

Spurs win!

:flag:

[sook]

Thanks, great bday present tbh!

Spurs win!

:flag:
Seriously? Awesome birthday present man :tu.

[Mugen]

Seriously? Awesome birthday present man :tu.

Definitely, thanks brotha :toast

[Robz4000]

Splitter has been a solid defender when matched against aldridge the last couple of years Ive said it before that I thought he played him better than anyone else in the league, I think aldridge will probably continue with the rough shooting.

I thought lillard did a great job attacking in the 2nd half and trying to facilitate but we just couldn't knock down much (you guys did a great job on not letting us get many open looks)

Houston got up on us in every game and we came back, you guys did a damn good job on any small runs we tried to put together got it to like 20 and in a matter of 30 seconds back up to 26 :lol

Once again great game from top to bottom on both ends from you guys, hopefully we can try to keep the next one a little closer :toast

You should tell the guys over on twosports that tbh. They think Splitter is a poor defender :lol...

[HI-FI]

Thanks, great bday present tbh!

Spurs win!

:flag:
happy bday and 52nd for ya :tu

[sook]

You should tell the guys over on twosports that tbh. They think Splitter is a poor defender :lol...

Having experienced the hurt LA put on us first hand...both Splitter and Baynes did an amazing job tbh..

[Mugen]

happy bday and 52nd for ya :tu

:lol much appreciated, HI

[sexinthatsx]

Splitter has been a solid defender when matched against aldridge the last couple of years Ive said it before that I thought he played him better than anyone else in the league, I think aldridge will probably continue with the rough shooting.

I thought lillard did a great job attacking in the 2nd half and trying to facilitate but we just couldn't knock down much (you guys did a great job on not letting us get many open looks)

Houston got up on us in every game and we came back, you guys did a damn good job on any small runs we tried to put together got it to like 20 and in a matter of 30 seconds back up to 26 :lol

Once again great game from top to bottom on both ends from you guys, hopefully we can try to keep the next one a little closer :toast

In all seriousness, I think Portland got lazy on watching game tape. Had they reviewed Dallas' rotations on defense, it wouldn't be this big of a blowout. Also, if Blazers can turn it around, I think Mo Williams and Wes Matthews will have a field day against the Spurs soon.

But I'll bask in Game 1's glory for right now!

[Uriel]

Don't forget, Aldridge went for 32 and 14, and Manu had only 2 points, and we still won by 24. Our defense held them to a season low 9 assists and got 20 turnovers. Our bench scored 50 tonight despite Manu's lack of scoring.

I know it's only one game, but damn...the Blazers just looked lost out there for most of the game...I just can't see them winning more than one game in this series.

Spurs in 5.
:lol Spur-of-the-moment prediction

[Horry Hipcheck]

Don't forget, Aldridge went for 32 and 14, and Manu had only 2 points, and we still won by 24. Our defense held them to a season low 9 assists and got 20 turnovers. Our bench scored 50 tonight despite Manu's lack of scoring.

I know it's only one game, but damn...the Blazers just looked lost out there for most of the game...I just can't see them winning more than one game in this series.

Spurs in 5.

I won't be shocked if the Spurs fail to maintain this intensity for 4 or 5 straight games. The Spurs need to take a 2-0 lead to Oregon because I guarantee this Blazers team will be an entirely different monster on their home floor.

[ace3g]

https://s2.yimg.com/sr/img/1/d91f05b5-a05a-3a84-99ff-09ff528b52a3

[ace3g]

oh and Duncan has updated his knee brace game

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bm0EmMoCAAAcIRl.jpg:large

[SpurAddict561]

Duncan's mid range is slowly falling into place.

Baynes wow, great move by Pop. His intensity was ginormous

[wildchild]

So, Jaime Maggio tits...real or fake?


oh and Duncan has updated his knee brace game

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bm0EmMoCAAAcIRl.jpg:large
:flag:

[DarrinS]

I am still shocked Danny Green has such a short leash. It almost did the Spurs in vs Dallas and although he wasn't needed tonight, there will come a time he is and I hope Pop trust him.

It's been that way since the playoffs started. I'm going to have to watch closely to figure out what makes Pop sub him out so quick.