Rising Stock, Falling Stock for 2/11 @ Detroit

[Cry Havoc]

Synopsis:

After one of the ugliest halves in recent memory (seriously, don't watch it), the Spurs put together a couple of bursts to drop the Pistons, 104-87. It wasn't necessarily a close game, but by the same token there was never really a feeling of being in control until midway through the 4th, or later. The Pistons do have quite a bit of talent, but most of their players are only good at one end of the floor, and the system they're running is atrocious at times. With a couple of good drafts, the Pistons could put together a decent young core and contend -- at least, out East.

http://icons.iconarchive.com/icons/saki/snowish/128/Arrow-up-icon.png ascending: Danny Green

Well, it was about time. After some truly dismal shooting performance, Green exploded against Detroit. Going 7-13 from the field including 5 treys on 10 attempts from downtown, Green proved tonight that sometimes, it's the the long ball that gives the sternest goodnight. To add onto it, Danny blew a couple of defensive assignments but made up for it with overall fantastic defense, continually harrying the Pistons backcourt AND frontcourt, including a nice block on a Detroit big. Overall it was the Green we've come to expect, and maybe even a little more. Phenomenal performance, and the game ball, to Danny Green.

http://iconizer.net/files/Human_o2/orig/old-go-down.png falling: Cory Joseph

Not sure what happened to our backup point guard, but recently he has found his way directly into :pop: 's doghouse. Cory wasn't great tonight in his time on the court, and seemed to force a lot of the action despite making a few nice plays. Cory didn't score in 9:22 of play tonight and picked up a couple of fouls. Not time to panic yet, but if you enjoy Joseph's game, you probably won't be seeing much of it anytime soon. I have come to expect more from Cojo, but as we all know, expectation is the root of all heartache. With Mills firing away, it's uncertain if Joseph will have a chance to see meaningful minutes anytime soon.

http://icons.iconarchive.com/icons/saki/snowish/128/Arrow-up-icon.png ascending: Tony Parker

Bit by bit, game by game, Parker is starting to round into form. He got blown up on a couple of defensive assignments tonight, but overall it was a pretty solid performance. 6-10 shooting and some good ball movement both on and off the ball highlighted a game where Parker was able to control much of the tempo. His passing is still a bit errant, but Parker has seemed more sure of his probing drives into the lane over the past week or so, and did a pretty good job of creating space with his body to allow for some easy layups in the lane tonight.

http://iconizer.net/files/Human_o2/orig/old-go-down.png falling: Boris Diaw

I shudder to think of the amount of calories he will consume over the All-Star Break, but if he keeps putting up incredibly quiet lines like the one we saw tonight, he's going to find out that the past is prologue, especially to a coach like Pop. He might not deserve a ton of disparagement from this game, but the bottom line is that Bobo hasn't looked like himself at all lately. Boris was not aggressive at all tonight, and his only high mark was moving the ball well.

http://icons.iconarchive.com/icons/saki/snowish/128/Arrow-up-icon.png ascending: The Aussies!

Patty Mills and Aron Baynes were very solid tonight. Baynes logged 24 minutes of play, and despite being quiet on the boards with just 4 rebounds, he was very effective inside and moving off the ball. Baynes is learning to be aggressive and dunk with some attitude when the opportunity presents itself, and tonight he had a couple of mean jams. Mills was also decent in 15 minutes of play, but seemed to disappear on the court. He did add a couple of threes which seemed to upset Detroit's rhythm on defense.

http://icons.iconarchive.com/icons/saki/snowish/128/Arrow-up-icon.png ascending: Marco Belinelli

Ferrari is back. The stats might not show it, but he had a couple of bright spots tonight and added another respectable game to his season after returning from injury. Perhaps more encouraging was his effort on defense, which gave his man fits at times. When Beli is on, it is a catalyst for this team and something to look forward to more of this season.


Looking ahead:http://i.i.cbsi.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim2/2013/11/22/iconimg_261132.png

We are decidedly not en fuego, but there are a few sparks, and perhaps a few more embers that hint at the fire that could burn if and when this team finds it's rhythm. If Houston loses tonight to the Clips, the Spurs will suddenly find themselves a mere TWO games out of the 3rd seed in the Conference, which would be incredible given the number of injuries they've battled through, and how tired legs likely are after 3 straight deep playoff runs. That we aren't peaking yet is an understatement -- the Spurs haven't even begun to climb the main summit of potential that's possible with this team. They might not even be in the base camp yet. Let's hope the Spurs are ready to let slip the dogs of war after the All-Star Break.

[Calispursfan11]

Nice write up. On point.

[dabom]

ctrl+f kawhi zero :td

[Agloco]

Master Splitter? He looked aggressive on a few rebounds tonight. His D is still suspect. Still can't finish to save his life though :lol

[Legacy]

Thanks for the write-up, CH. :tu

[ChumpDumper]

ctrl+f kawhi zero :tdWho?

[Silver&Black]

Nice write-up tbh.....

http://i.imgur.com/bf8FXVb.jpg

[EVAY]

Thanks for the game thoughts. Well done!

[ElNono]

Thanks for the writeup... :tu

Definitely one of the better games we've played lately...

[FkLA]

What a faggy write-up theme. :lol

[ChumpDumper]

The sand in the vagina krew is really taking tonight's win hard tbh.

[FkLA]

Coming soon: FkLA's Write-Ups

Ima show you how it's done, bitch.

[ChumpDumper]

Coming soon: FkLA's Write-Ups

Ima show you how it's done, bitch.Let's see. Play up Leonard/disparage Parker no matter what.

Predictable.

[TheGreatYacht]

Good shit :tu

[Cry Havoc]

What a faggy write-up theme. :lol

So you're saying you liked it? Thanks, breh. :tu

I mean, that's the conclusion you're forcing me to come to. I can't fathom that any straight man on the planet would be bitching about the theme of a game review when his "favorite team" just won by almost 20 points on the road.

[Cry Havoc]

Coming soon: FkLA's Write-Ups

Ima show you how it's done, bitch.

Were the paragraphs not color-coded enough for you? Should the down arrow have been a delicate shade of mauve? Help me out here. I'm guessing you were hoping for professional headshots of each player before and after every segment.

[rasuo214]

Nice writeup, would be curious to know your thoughts on Timmy, Manu and Kawhi.

[ChumpDumper]

The theme for FkLA's write-up will be salt.

[Legacy]

:lmao

[FkLA]

You are very feminine. So is your writing style. :lol

[Calispursfan11]

You are very feminine. So is your writing style. :lol

http://www.myfacewhen.net/uploads/1413-butthurt.png

[Cry Havoc]

You are very feminine. So is your writing style. :lol

You should comment some more on how the theme doesn't suit your elevated tastes. That's the manliest thing that you could possibly say when your "favorite team" just won 2 big games. :tu

[ChumpDumper]

The Salt Squad's stock is dropping. I've never seen a group of fans so furious about a solid win

[Cry Havoc]

Nice writeup, would be curious to know your thoughts on Timmy, Manu and Kawhi.

Honestly I'm at work, so I was a little pressed for time.

Kawhi had a pretty terrible game on offense, but solid on D as per usual. Very disruptive. But forcing the issue way too much. I actually don't mind him being that aggressive, it just didn't pan out for him tonight.

Duncan looked good on D and his offense gradually improved from shit to meh. He needs to stop shooting the 18 footer when we have 10+ left on the shot clock. He can get that shot anytime he wants it.

Manu was decent. Slightly sub-par game for him but still effective. Ball movement and decision making were pretty good. He didn't have any boneheaded Manu plays that made me shake my head in wonderment.

[Cry Havoc]

Master Splitter? He looked aggressive on a few rebounds tonight. His D is still suspect. Still can't finish to save his life though :lol

He was huge when he first came into the game. Brought more energy than I've seen from him in a while, but it didn't last, and Baynes was going HARD to the rack tonight.

[TDfan2007]

Coming soon: FkLA's Write-Ups

Ima show you how it's done, bitch.

:lol this may be one of the douchiest posts that I've seen on ST in a while...and that's saying quite a bit.

[FkLA]

You should comment some more on how the theme doesn't suit your elevated tastes. That's the manliest thing that you could possibly say when your "favorite team" just won 2 big games. :tu

Making a comment about your feminine writing style has nothing to do with the joy I get out of watching my Spurs rack up Ws. :tu

[Cry Havoc]

Making a comment about your feminine writing style has nothing to do with the joy I get out of watching my Spurs rack up Ws. :tu

And yet, there's not one post from you about that. There DOES seem to be an unusually elevated level of anger and concern for "themes". But that's totally not gay, especially after you brought up the subject, dude.

[Cry Havoc]

:lol this may be one of the douchiest posts that I've seen on ST in a while...and that's saying quite a bit.

He's gonna spend three hours on one write-up for one game and feel like an internet bad ass. :lol

[rasuo214]

Honestly I'm at work, so I was a little pressed for time.

Kawhi had a pretty terrible game on offense, but solid on D as per usual. Very disruptive. But forcing the issue way too much. I actually don't mind him being that aggressive, it just didn't pan out for him tonight.

Duncan looked good on D and his offense gradually improved from shit to meh. He needs to stop shooting the 18 footer when we have 10+ left on the shot clock. He can get that shot anytime he wants it.

Manu was decent. Slightly sub-par game for him but still effective. Ball movement and decision making were pretty good. He didn't have any boneheaded Manu plays that made me shake my head in wonderment.

Thanks, now get back to work. :lol

[FkLA]

And yet, there's not one post from you about that. There DOES seem to be an unusually elevated level of anger and concern for "themes". But that's totally not gay, especially after you brought up the subject, dude.

Why is it that everytime I laugh at your feminine ways you play the anger card? I'd be posting longcats if I was angry tbh. :tu

[Calispursfan11]

And yet, there's not one post from you about that. There DOES seem to be an unusually elevated level of anger and concern for "themes". But that's totally not gay, especially after you brought up the subject, dude.

Didn't FkLA post trannie porn on this site a few times? Seems pretty gay imo.

[ChumpDumper]

Why is it that everytime I laugh at your feminine ways you play the anger card? I'd be posting ad hominems if I was angry tbh. :tu

[Calispursfan11]

Didn't FkLA post trannie porn on this site a few times? Seems pretty gay imo.

Anyone have the link?

[Cry Havoc]

Why is it that everytime I laugh at your feminine ways you play the anger card? I'd be posting longcats if I was angry tbh. :tu

My dad once told me, "Son, the manliest, toughest thing you could ever do in your life is to preoccupy yourself worrying about the posting style of another man on the internet."

He's a pretty wise dude, that one.

[FkLA]

He's gonna spend three hours on one write-up for one game and feel like an internet bad ass. :lol

They won't have your feminine touch though. :cry

[apalisoc_9]

Why is the OP so offended?

Jesus..Relax..You sound like you're in your period.

I loved the writeup, but you always talk like a woman if get mad.

[FkLA]

My dad once told me, "Son, the manliest, toughest thing you could ever do in your life is to preoccupy yourself worrying about the posting style of another man on the internet."

He's a pretty wise dude, that one.

Ironic since you were so preoccupied with what other men on the internet posted that you even threatened to post longcats in protest. Seems like that trumps a simple comment imho.

[ChumpDumper]

Salt Squad circling the wagons.

Must be tough having to endure this Spurs victory.

[Cry Havoc]

Why is the OP so offended?

Jesus..Relax..You sound like you're in your period.

I loved the writeup, but you always talk like a woman if get mad.

:lol Offended. :lol

Coming from your little krew, insults are the highest forms of praise.

:lol Offended. :lol

[ChumpDumper]

Didn't FkLA post trannie porn on this site a few times? Seems pretty gay imo.Yeah, what was that all about anyway?

[FkLA]

4 or 5 smileys per text/post is a well-known feminine quality imo.

[wildchild]

Definitely OP wants to ruin his own threads.

Why take the time to write something which the same guy will ruin later, why waste time hiding a nice read under the need to irritate people.
He acts like dabom is the only guy who likes Kawhi's game here...

Not mention him on purpose his last post-game thread and now doing the same thing only to the other guy reacts, then OP and Chump will reply over and over again endlessly...just to finish like the other thread with three pages of hating posts...

[Cry Havoc]

Definitely OP wants to ruin his own threads.

Why take the time to write something which the same guy will ruin later, why waste time hiding a nice read under the need to irritate people.
He acts like dabom is the only guy who likes Kawhi's game here...

Not mention him on purpose his last post-game thread and now doing the same thing only to the other guy reacts, then OP and Chump will reply over and over again endlessly...just to finish like the other thread with three pages of hating posts...

Nah. I'm done with them. Lowers my intelligence just reading their drivel. :lol It's just tough to fight the urge to point out how far below par they are on the forum. :hat

[ChumpDumper]

Definitely OP wants to ruin his own threads.

Why take the time to write something which the same guy will ruin later, why waste time hiding a nice read under the need to irritate people.
He acts like dabom is the only guy who likes Kawhi's game here...

Not mention him on purpose his last post-game thread and now doing the same thing only to the other guy reacts, then OP and Chump will reply over and over again endlessly...just to finish like the other thread with three pages of hating posts...Did you like the writeup?

[HI-FI]

:lol
FkLa been on a roll lately.

[apalisoc_9]

The OP is a subtle kawhi hater..

He tries so hard to undermine kawhi in every chance he gets tbh..

I'm just waiting for a year or two more when kawhi's doing his thing..Winning FMVP's, Championships without the big 3..in that way we no longer have to endure Kawhi haters.

It's clear that the Kawhi hates stems from that fact that older fans are way too nostalgic about things..They don't want change.

[FkLA]

http://i.imgur.com/T8PmQEt.jpg?1 y

[apalisoc_9]

http://i.imgur.com/T8PmQEt.jpg?1 y

[ChumpDumper]

The OP is a subtle kawhi hater..

He tries so hard to undermine kawhi in every chance he gets tbh..

I'm just waiting for a year or two more when kawhi's doing his thing..Winning FMVP's, Championships without the big 3..in that way we no longer have to endure Kawhi haters.

It's xlear that the Kawhi hates stems from that faxt that older fans are way too nostalgic about things..They don't want change.What did he say about Kawhi?

[Calispursfan11]

Yeah, what was that all about anyway?

Dunno but I recall it generated a near "lol" thread response. We need to find that link.

[wildchild]

Nah. I'm done with them. Lowers my intelligence just reading their drivel. :lol It's just tough to fight the urge to point out how far below par they are on the forum. :hat

I still don't get that need of you and the other guys saying "I'm better than you...I'm smarter than you"...

Like I've said before the arrogance about some knowledge, the continuous aggression, those things just show fear and sense of insecurity.

[Cry Havoc]

I still don't get that need of you and the other guys saying "I'm better than you...I'm smarter than you"...

Like I've said before the arrogance about some knowledge, the continuous aggression, those things just show fear and sense of insecurity.

I don't think of myself as better than others.

I do think my posts have a lot more worth than people who do nothing but try to be edgy and troll a sports forum for the sake of being an internet tough guy.

Pretty massive distinction between the two.

[FkLA]

Dunno but I recall it generated a near "lol" thread response. We need to find that link.

That would be nice weapon to use against me if my sexuality was suspect (i.e. CH). Too bad I hate faggots though.

[FkLA]

I don't think of myself as better than others.

I do think my posts have a lot more worth than people who do nothing but try to be edgy and troll a sports forum for the sake of being an internet tough guy.

Pretty massive distinction between the two.

On a scale of 1-10 how much worth does a longcat have?

[ChumpDumper]

That would be nice weapon to use against me if my sexuality was suspect (i.e. CH). Too bad I hate faggots though.If you admit to posting tranny porn, their is no suspecting anything about your sexuality.

[egtonecity]

Quality write up. Preciate you adding value to the site. Non gay "theme" tbh.

[Calispursfan11]

If you admit to posting tranny porn, their is no suspecting anything about your sexuality.

He's not denying it :lmao

[wildchild]

I don't think of myself as better than others.

Well, your "Lowers my intelligence just reading their drivel" sounds like that...

However, I don't want to argue with you or another guy about the same, I won't make every possible effort to beat you talking about everything but ball.

No reply endlessly

[Silver&Black]

The OP is a subtle kawhi hater..

He tries so hard to undermine kawhi in every chance he gets tbh..

I'm just waiting for a year or two more when kawhi's doing his thing..Winning FMVP's, Championships without the big 3..in that way we no longer have to endure Kawhi haters.

It's clear that the Kawhi hates stems from that fact that older fans are way too nostalgic about things..They don't want change.


http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/image.php?u=11260&dateline=1423601152

[Cry Havoc]

Well, your "Lowers my intelligence just reading their drivel" sounds like that...

Yeah, I'm not gonna bother being politically correct when the situation calls for it.

[DeadlyDynasty]

Can't speak to the actual content since I didn't see the game, but looks like a nice effort that you put some thought into.
That being said...CH you definitely get fruity when you're upset, been that way for years. Doesn't mean you're a card-carrying homosexual like ChumpDumper, but it's definitely questionable behavior...and lol Fuzzy (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=17812) viewing this thread, the uterine triumvirate are all here now.

[Clipper Nation]

OP's post reeks of estrogen. And of course, he couldn't resist sucking off Enrique.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Can't speak to the actual content since I didn't see the game, but looks like a nice effort that you put some thought into.
That being said...CH you definitely get fruity when you're upset, been that way for years. Doesn't mean you're a card-carrying homosexual like ChumpDumper, but it's definitely questionable behavior...and lol Fuzzy (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=17812) viewing this thread, the uterine triumvirate are all here now.

As for you calling us women, it speaks much more about you than it does about us. Considering how American women are today, are you guys never getting laid or are you two-faced cowardly pieces of shit?

[FuzzyLumpkins]

And CH I will not shit your thread anymore. Solid game analysis.

[Fireball]

Splitter is looking better, Parker also (but only against bad teams) and the ball movement was very good this game (not only for a few minutes).

[Cry Havoc]

And CH I will not shit your thread anymore. Solid game analysis.

Eh, wasn't my best work, as I didn't have much time. But thanks. :tu

[Robz4000]

Good write up :tu

[TheGreatYacht]

Short bus was mad salty tonight lmao.

Visit the Parker vs Augustin thread for a hilarious thread backfire :lol

[BillMc]

Nice Write Up!:toast

[SupremeGuy]

Oh look, another thread derailed by cumdumpster.

[TDfan2007]

That would be nice weapon to use against me if my sexuality was suspect (i.e. CH). Too bad I hate faggots though.

You posted that psychoanalysis picture earlier, and yet here you are proclaiming how you "hate faggots" (bigoted take, btw) and essentially bullying another guy on the internet about his lack of "manly" posts. Seems like a classic overcompensation coping mechanism to me...

To be clear, I don't have a horse in this race. This internet version of you is clearly a shitty person, and CH does get overly emotional about the team (along with a ton of other male sports fans). Just calling a spade a spade.

[Agloco]

He was huge when he first came into the game. Brought more energy than I've seen from him in a while, but it didn't last, and Baynes was going HARD to the rack tonight.

Indeed. It looks as if Baynsie believes the starting role is his now. Hes playing with a high level of confidence and aggression at this point.

[FkLA]

http://icons.iconarchive.com/icons/saki/snowish/128/Arrow-up-icon.png ascending: Tony Parker

Bit by bit, game by game, Parker is starting to round into form. He got blown up on a couple of defensive assignments tonight, but overall it was a pretty solid performance. 6-10 shooting and some good ball movement both on and off the ball highlighted a game where Parker was able to control much of the tempo. His passing is still a bit errant, but Parker has seemed more sure of his probing drives into the lane over the past week or so, and did a pretty good job of creating space with his body to allow for some easy layups in the lane tonight.

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[apalisoc_9]

http://www.thecoli.com/styles/default/xenforo/smilies/heh.png

:lmao

[ElNono]

http://icons.iconarchive.com/icons/saki/snowish/128/Arrow-up-icon.png ascending: Tony Parker

Bit by bit, game by game, Parker is starting to round into form.

:lol Damn, even Cry going in...

[Floyd Pacquiao]

http://www.thecoli.com/styles/default/xenforo/smilies/heh.png

:lmao

[HI-FI]

:lol Damn, even Cry going in...
:lol


i knew FkLa was gonna bump this.

[Malik Hairston]

http://www.thecoli.com/styles/default/xenforo/smilies/heh.png

:lmao..

[NASpurs]

:lol Damn, even Cry going in...

:rollin

[Cry Havoc]

:lol Damn, even Cry going in...

:lmao