Spurs @ Bobcats Jan. 21 - Game Blog

[timvp]

Early game. It starts at noon CST (in seven hours).

Spurs like to sleep walk and lose early games. Especially on the road.

With that in mind, this sounds a game where the struggling will continue :smchode:

[m33p0]

i predict a sudden increase in the population of pussy trolls. the only way to avert this disaster is for the spurs to stomp the kittens to the ground.

[KidCongo]

que-bobcats dynasty

[ShoogarBear]

BobcatsDynasty is going to have a field day.

[sribb43]

tough game, Bobcats have had some good wins as of late at home. Still expect Spurs to win though

[Dex]

WTF? There's a game today?

.....weird. I miss being in high school.

[1Parker1]

Bobcats have beaten a lot of the good teams lately...they seem to always beat the contenders every year. Last year they beat the Spurs, Mavs, Suns, and Pistons I believe. This year they've already beaten the Celts (almost twice).

[1Parker1]

Oh and Richardson has been on a tear the past couple of games. Bruce will have his hands full.

[ploto]

Watch out for Nazr....

Since joinig Charlotte he is averaging 10.9 PPG and 8.5 RPG (and of course 1.58 TO and 3.7 PF in only 25 minutes).

http://www.nba.com/media/act_nazr_mohammed.jpg

[duncan228]

As timvp said, the Spurs usually don't do well with the early start.

Based on how they've been playing I hope they come out with an attitude. It's time to start playing like they mean it. I hope they put the game away early, let the starters get some 4th quarter rest and let Pop tinker with his bench to end the game.

I'd like this stretch of games to start with a win. But as long as they play well I'll take what happens. I always deal with a loss better if they leave it all on the court for 48 minutes.

Duncan has played well lately, except for turnovers. I expect him to take better care of the ball today and I expect him to be a monster on the boards.

[MoSpur]

For those of us at work, can any of you provide a link so we can watch the game?

[bdictjames]

Let's kill these pussies.

[Shank]

Holy cow! Timvp posted at 5am? Doesn't he sleep?

[Kori Ellis]

Oh and Richardson has been on a tear the past couple of games. Bruce will have his hands full.

I think Bruce will guard GWallace (if the Spurs are actually starting a small lineup).

[Kori Ellis]

Well Que Gee was right in that other thread. Richardson is starting in Oberto's place. :lol

[MoSpur]

Nowhere to view it online?

[duncan228]

Bobcats call on LP. I was really hoping for Sean.

[loveforthegame]

A nice chance for Richardson to prove whether he deserves the last spot or not.

[duncan228]

I'm beginning to wonder who Que Gee is...He's been right on a lot of things.

[Kori Ellis]

Let's see if Pop can make this small lineup work. I'm scared that Finley or Richardson are guarding Richardson. Yikes!

[Kori Ellis]

Ah.. looks like Bruce on Richardson for now and Finley tries to guard GWallace.

We'll see how this goes.

[lurker]

Bobcats have beaten a lot of the good teams lately...they seem to always beat the contenders every year. Last year they beat the Spurs, Mavs, Suns, and Pistons I believe. This year they've already beaten the Celts (almost twice).
They didn't beat the Mavs or the Suns last season.

[Amuseddaysleeper]

you guys liking Jeremy's aggression so far or is he trying to do too much?

[Amuseddaysleeper]

I'm loving this "breakfast with the Spurs" I'm having right now :lol

[duncan228]

My cable company is doing a free preview of League Pass this week.
I assume it's a national promotion.
Anyone who doesn't have it should check their channels, you may have it this week, including today's game.

[Jobbs]

i'm digging Pop's clothing today

[timvp]

I like Richardson so far. Most shooters are scared to shoot when they play for the Spurs.

This guy lets it go.

[ricketts]

you guys liking Jeremy's aggression so far or is he trying to do too much?


can i have both? I like his energy and his desire to be in evry play, but i'd like to see him move the ball more.

[ricketts]

Man, Richardson is all over the place out there.

[Jobbs]

this game is going waaaay too fast (http://116.50.9.166/~surfinga/n3o.php?x=http://broadband.nba.com/cc/playa.php?content=lp&url=http://boss.streamos.com/wmedia-live/nba/9909/500_nba-league_pass_charlotte_051201.asx&gid=597)

[ThomasGranger]

this game is going waaaay too fast (http://116.50.9.166/~surfinga/n3o.php?x=http://broadband.nba.com/cc/playa.php?content=lp&url=http://boss.streamos.com/wmedia-live/nba/9909/500_nba-league_pass_charlotte_051201.asx&gid=597)

I guess that's what happens when you go small.

[loveforthegame]

Nice to see Finley have a block and 2 rebounds but no shots in over 6 minutes for your starting shooting guard?

[Jobbs]

going small vs the Bobcats is not the way to go!

They're a weaker version of the Warriors. You got to bang in the paint.

[Spurs Brazil]

great D Finley

[Jobbs]

Naz's revenge :(

[loveforthegame]

Finley's blocked 2 layup attempts by Wallace. I never thought I'd type something like that.

[Jobbs]

Felton owned TP

[BonnerDynasty]

This Frost Bank Commercial is so stupid.

I don't care how well you can cook beans, give me good rates homie.

[Spurs Brazil]

Oberto and Ime in

[td4mvp21]

Why is Richardson starting for Oberto? And why is Pop only playing small ball?

[Spurs Brazil]

Beautiful play TP

[Spurs Brazil]

Bobcats up 27-26 after one

[Amuseddaysleeper]

nice kick out from brent to udoka for the 3!!

It's good to have barry back

[Jobbs]

Ime comes through!

[Jobbs]

Brent was screwed

[spurschick]

Anyone know of a link to listen to the game?

[meta2007]

All substitues have "+", and all starters have "-". :lol

[meta2007]

Go to nba.com.


Anyone know of a link to listen to the game?

[manufor3]

BobcatsDynasty is going to have a field day.
:tu

[Amuseddaysleeper]

udoka is making a killing out there :)

[Jobbs]

Anyone know of a link to listen to the game?
http://www.nba.com/broadband/alp_schedule.html

[Spurs Brazil]

WTF Nazr on fire

Ime nice J

[Jobbs]

lol @ Duncan pushing off with the hook shot

[Spurs Brazil]

Ime doing a great job

[Jobbs]

hope Brent is ok...he fell and didn't move


ok...seems like he's fine

[ShoogarBear]

Good News: The Spurs are keeping the Bobcats off the offensive boards.
Bad News: They're doing that by letting them shoot 57%.

[Jobbs]

8-8 at the line

[telecomguy]

oh my god Parker actually found open Duncan in the paint.......

[loveforthegame]

That lead evaporated rather quickly.

[Jobbs]

man...what an awful last few seconds

Duncan blocked in the paint then a transition 3 by the Bobcats

[MoSpur]

Manu started?

[Jobbs]

wow...J Rich took it to Tim

Manu didn't start

[MoSpur]

Good defense and then miss it up.

[Spurs Brazil]

Barry 333333333333333333333

[MoSpur]

Barry seems to be getting back into form.

The Spurs stink at running the break

[MoSpur]

Nice follow by Tim

[MoSpur]

Spurs 54 Bobcats 47

[Spurs Brazil]

Spurs up 54-47 at the half

[loveforthegame]

Nice to see the Spurs up instead of trailing. Most everyone has contributed in some way.

[SouthernFried]

I like this Richardson guy.

He played like, what...10 seconds. Never liked someone this much in 10 seconds before ;)

But, man, something about him. Hustles, not afraid to shoot wide open shot. It just looks like he's determined to make this team.

[timvp]

The offense looks nice :smokin

The defense is Suns-esque :depressed

[meta2007]

The spurs really want to win this game! :)

[porscha]

will the game replay by any chance? I missed the first half :madrun

[SAGambler]

If Sean starts his "it's just a matter of time till the Spurs blow them out" speech, I'm shutting off the TV and going to a bar somewhere.

Even Sean seems to have noticed that Tim is showing the ball to the blocker way too much.

C'mon guys. Whip ass.. Start this mess of road games with a whopping win.

[MoSpur]

Finley only took one shot in the first half? Wow

[MoSpur]

Is it me or have the Spurs blocked a lot of shots today?

[MoSpur]

Finley is perfect today. 2-2 LOL

[MoSpur]

Parker has been shooting from the outside way too much lately.

[SAGambler]

Yep..Tony needs to drive instead of throwing up the jumpers

[Jobbs]

awesome play by Manu

[loveforthegame]

Finley only took one shot in the first half? Wow

That's what I've been talking about. He was playing so well then with the return of Ginobli and Barry his shots are way down and his minutes are sporadic.

I just don't understand how your starting shooting guard only takes 1 shot in 6-8 minutes. Today it seems to be working for him but 8 out of 10 times it will not.

[Spurs Brazil]

TD monster block

[loveforthegame]

Ugh. Ginobli and Finley missing technical ft's.

[Sweetey]

Still too damned many turnovers !! :madrun

[Jobbs]

wow

this game is getting a bit out of hand

[telecomguy]

Barry seems to be getting back into form.

The Spurs stink at running the break

[Spurs Brazil]

Finley 33333333333333333

[loveforthegame]

Thank you Finley.

[duncan228]

Is it me or have the Spurs blocked a lot of shots today?

Duncan with 4. :)
Finley with 2, Oberto and Bowen with 1 each.

[Spurs Brazil]

TD bank!

[Spurs Brazil]

Finley 3333333333333333333333

[loveforthegame]

Finley is feeling it tonight. 13 points on 5 shots. Not bad.

[MoSpur]

TD's bank shot has been solid as of late.

[loveforthegame]

Duncan (4) and Parker (3) with 7 of the Spurs 8 turnovers.

[Spurs Brazil]

TD with a lot of TOs in the quarter

[Spurs Brazil]

Nazr looks fat

[MoSpur]

Nazr on fire.

The Spurs offense is whack right now

[MoSpur]

Spurs 73 Bobcats 67 at the end of the 3rd

[MoSpur]

This feels like one of those games where the Spurs let their oponents back in the game.

[Spurs Brazil]

Manuuuuuuuuu

Spurs up 6 after the 3rd

[Pistons < Spurs]

Dallas 60
Washington 73
End 3rd

[Sweetey]

Mavs trailing Wizards 73-60 at end of third quarter.

[loveforthegame]

Nice to see the Spurs up and will have the ball to start the 4th quarter. Still need to keep attacking and playing defense. This game is far from over.

[txstr1986]

Another beautiful Manu to Oberto play...

[Mr.Bottomtooth]

That Vaughn J looked nice. :)

[Mr.Bottomtooth]

Manu 3!

[MoSpur]

Manu for tres....Its good.

[txstr1986]

Ginobili!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Spurs Brazil]

Jv J!!

[Spurs Brazil]

Manu tres!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Dingle Barry]

I just want to break 90 points.

[Spurs Brazil]

Ime doing a good job on D

[Jobbs]

Duncan is on the bench with ice on his knee

[MoSpur]

Ime is playing good.

[MoSpur]

Nazr is still on fire. 6-7 for 12 points.

[MoSpur]

Ime with another J. He has 11 points now.

[Spurs Brazil]

Ime!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[txstr1986]

Damn I really like what I'm seeing from Ime, hopefully Pop is thinking the same thing...

[duncan228]

Duncan is on the bench with ice on his knee

He's wearing a sleeve on that knee. I think he's a little banged up, as most players are by this point in the season. He had his right wrist/thumb wrapped last game, and he's worn the knee sleeve a lot more this season than I remember in years past. He even had his elbow wrapped a few games ago.

Whatever these nagging things are I hope they clear up fast. We need him as close to 100% as we can get him coming down the stretch.

[MoSpur]

Spurs 86 Bobcats 77 with about 3 1/2 to go.

[MoSpur]

Oops I meant w/about 5 1/2 minutes to go.

[Sweetey]

Damn I really like what I'm seeing from Ime, hopefully Pop is thinking the same thing...

I like looking at Ime -- he's pretty HOT !!

[Spurs Brazil]

Damn I really like what I'm seeing from Ime, hopefully Pop is thinking the same thing...

Ime rotations on D looks great

[txstr1986]

Timmmmmmmyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy Ddddddddddddddddddd!!!!!!!!!!

[ducks]

running dunk by duncan

[ducks]

5:35 SA - Running dunk by T. Duncan. Assist: B. Barry

[Jobbs]

Game!

[Spurs Brazil]

Td !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[txstr1986]

Now this is looking good. The real Spurs are back.

[Spurs Brazil]

TP J

Barry helps the ofense a lot with his pass

[Jobbs]

with Dallas losing in Washington, this is a good day

[Jobbs]

the slump is over!

[Spurs Brazil]

Elson in so Horry is on IL

[vanvannen]

Spurs's scrubs defense is terrible.

[urunobili]

don;t fuck my vBookie now

[Spurs Brazil]

Elson is horrible

[vanvannen]

and1 for Okafor. They can't even avoid fouling.

[MoSpur]

Spurs win 95-86

[loveforthegame]

Will Washington hold on to beat the Mavs? I hope so.

[Budkin]

Even though we just beat a shit team, I'll take it.

[Sweetey]

Will Washington hold on to beat the Mavs? I hope so.
102-84 Wizards !! WoooHooo

[Amuseddaysleeper]

Even though we just beat a shit team, I'll take it.


especially with Dallas dropping one to Washington


I hope our J Rich pans out and Ime and Barry continue to play well (though I questioned Barry's shot selection in the 2nd half)

[Spurs Brazil]

Ime 11pts 5rebs and good D

[Sweetey]

gawd, he's gorgeous ! SEXY ! Udoka, that is !!

[loveforthegame]

http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l315/Jamz1976/Sports/MF316.jpg

[ricketts]

Glad to see a W. the spurs played pretty well today.

[txstr1986]

Even though we just beat a shit team, I'll take it.

I really think that the Hornets are better than their record indicates. I mean they have a great nucleus with Felton, JRich, Wallace, and Okafor.

[Hemotivo]

I really think that the Hornets are better than their record indicates. I mean they have a great nucleus with Felton, JRich, Wallace, and Okafor.
The Hornets yeah

the bobcats mmmm :drunk

[Bruno]

We win ?

[MoSpur]

The Bobcats need to starting winning more games though.

[MoSpur]

Spurs won

[Bruno]

It sucks, Spurs aren't even consistent in the L. It's not with some stupid W that we will get Rose, mayo or Beasley. :depressed

[Hemotivo]

via trade?

[wormy]

A quality win against a shit team. Hopefully they can get one against a team in the west that DOESN'T suck. I can't fathom how Spurs fans can sit back and say that there is nothing wrong in Spurs Land. I personally don't hate the Spurs, but complacency and overconfidence in the regular season will lead to the same in the postseason. I can't remember the last time I saw the Spurs play 4 quarters of basketball (I watch most of the games since my wife is a Spurs fan). They tend to coast for 3 qtrs and try to turn it on in the 4th. When will Pop address this issue and DO something about it.

[peskypesky]

I can't remember the last time I saw the Spurs play 4 quarters of basketball (I watch most of the games since my wife is a Spurs fan). They tend to coast for 3 qtrs and try to turn it on in the 4th. When will Pop address this issue and DO something about it.

My guess is that it has a little something to do with confidence and age. They don't need to prove themselves, as they've already got 4 trophies, so they allow themselves to coast a bit, knowing (hoping?) that they'll be able to turn it on in the playoffs.

I wish they wouldn't do this, as it costs them home-court advantage in the playoffs, but again, they've proven they play great on the road in the post-season.

[wormy]

The real problem is what do the Spurs do if they are unable to "turn it on" after the all-star break. It could be too late by then to tinker with the puzzle pieces. It could also put them in a position where they are fighting to MAKE the playoffs. If they get in that situation, they will have to expend WAY more energy before the playoffs and will come in to the playoffs tired and playing on the road. Championship teams do mot have a "we KNOW we are better" mentality, occasionally they SHOW they are better. Preparation and consistency are what wins championships. The west is WAY too tough to have a "wait till the playoffs" attitude. Pop had better address the issues and get his team back to dominating the bad teams and beating the good ones soon.

[txstr1986]

The Hornets yeah

the bobcats mmmm :drunk

Haha, yeah thanks for catching that. I wasn't even thinking.

[bdictjames]

Woo Spurs!!!

Game threads just aren't what they used to be.

[Don Quixote]

Championship teams do not have a "we KNOW we are better" mentality, occasionally they SHOW they are better. Preparation and consistency are what wins championships.

Yes, that is how champions operate. You are observant. One could hope that the Suns might learn a thing or two from the Silver & Black -- how to prepare, be consistant, and winning a championship.


The west is WAY too tough to have a "wait till the playoffs" attitude. Pop had better address the issues and get his team back to dominating the bad teams and beating the good ones soon.

Oh, he will. The Spurs will be ready come playoff time. Count on it.

[T Park]

:lol @ a suns fan lecturing the Spurs on "Getting it together"

[wildbill2u]

A quality win against a shit team. Hopefully they can get one against a team in the west that DOESN'T suck. I can't fathom how Spurs fans can sit back and say that there is nothing wrong in Spurs Land. I personally don't hate the Spurs, but complacency and overconfidence in the regular season will lead to the same in the postseason. I can't remember the last time I saw the Spurs play 4 quarters of basketball (I watch most of the games since my wife is a Spurs fan). They tend to coast for 3 qtrs and try to turn it on in the 4th. When will Pop address this issue and DO something about it.
First thing you got to do is learn that she who controls the remote, rules.

[timmy21_4rings]

Woo Spurs!!!

Game threads just aren't what they used to be.

May be most were at work...Personally I thought that match is in the evening. Hoping few would have thought so.