Lakers=1st round exit

**DeadlyDynasty** · 03-23-2009

so your telling me that since the bobcats swept the Lakers, youd put money on them if they were to meet in the Finals????

regular season means nothing

you're a glutton for punishment

**TheMACHINE** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by BUMP

so your telling me that since the bobcats swept the Lakers, youd put money on them if they were to meet in the Finals????

regular season means nothing

Here's what it means. You are specifically trying to show how similar the Mavs are to the Lakers based on standings, finals appearence the previous year etc. But in fact you FAIL to understand that the Mavs couldnt even beat the Warriors in the regular season let alone ONCE in the post season. Your comparison FAILS because the Warriors have always been a threat to the Mavs that year, and the Mavs are NOT a threat to the Lakers this year.

**monosylab1k** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by TheMACHINE

the Mavs couldnt even beat the Warriors in the regular season let alone ONCE in the post season.

The Mavs beat the Warriors twice in the postseason. Just sayin.

**resistanze** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by Ghazi

We're the 2006 champions,

The shtick is old.

**monosylab1k** · 03-23-2009

btw Mavs-Lakers is going to be the easiest sweep in Lakers history.

Here's how this series will play out -

Game 1 - Mavericks play tough for one half, probably have a 4 point lead or so going into the second half. In the 3rd quarter, Ariza/Odom curbstomps the Mavs, the game isn't all that close going into the 4th, Lakers win by 15 or so.

Game 2 - Mavericks forget to show up for this one, Lakers win by 20+, Kobe probably only has to play like 25 minutes.

Game 3 - At home, the Mavs regain a little motivation. They have a 10 point lead after one quarter. At halftime, the lead is probably 15 or so. In the 3rd quarter, the Lakers start making a push, but the Mavs keep an 8 point lead going into the 4th. In the 4th quarter, Kobe takes over, Lakers win by 5.

Game 4 - Mavs quit about 3 minutes into the game, Lakers win by 20+.

I'd bet all three of my testicles that this is almost exactly how this series goes.

**Morg1411** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by monosylab1k

btw Mavs-Lakers is going to be the easiest sweep in Lakers history.

Here's how this series will play out -

Game 1 - Mavericks play tough for one half, probably have a 4 point lead or so going into the second half. In the 3rd quarter, Ariza/Odom curbstomps the Mavs, the game isn't all that close going into the 4th, Lakers win by 15 or so.

Game 2 - Mavericks forget to show up for this one, Lakers win by 20+, Kobe probably only has to play like 25 minutes.

Game 3 - At home, the Mavs regain a little motivation. They have a 10 point lead after one quarter. At halftime, the lead is probably 15 or so. In the 3rd quarter, the Lakers start making a push, but the Mavs keep an 8 point lead going into the 4th. In the 4th quarter, Kobe takes over, Lakers win by 5.

Game 4 - Mavs quit about 3 minutes into the game, Lakers win by 20+.

I'd bet all three of my testicles that this is almost exactly how this series goes.

I think he called it.

**Xylus** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by monosylab1k

btw Mavs-Lakers is going to be the easiest sweep in Lakers history.

Here's how this series will play out -

Game 1 - Mavericks play tough for one half, probably have a 4 point lead or so going into the second half. In the 3rd quarter, Ariza/Odom curbstomps the Mavs, the game isn't all that close going into the 4th, Lakers win by 15 or so.

Game 2 - Mavericks forget to show up for this one, Lakers win by 20+, Kobe probably only has to play like 25 minutes.

Game 3 - At home, the Mavs regain a little motivation. They have a 10 point lead after one quarter. At halftime, the lead is probably 15 or so. In the 3rd quarter, the Lakers start making a push, but the Mavs keep an 8 point lead going into the 4th. In the 4th quarter, Kobe takes over, Lakers win by 5.

Game 4 - Mavs quit about 3 minutes into the game, Lakers win by 20+.

I'd bet all three of my testicles that this is almost exactly how this series goes.

No, the Mavs will win Game 3 in dominating fashion, to give the fans just enough hope to be extremely devastated when the Lakers take Games 4 and 5 with ease.

**BUMP** · 03-23-2009

dirk, terry, howard, dampier, kidd, have all been to the Finals a few years ago. all we have to do is play Maverick basketball and we will be able to win

**timvp** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by monosylab1k

btw Mavs-Lakers is going to be the easiest sweep in Lakers history.

Here's how this series will play out -

Game 1 - Mavericks play tough for one half, probably have a 4 point lead or so going into the second half. In the 3rd quarter, Ariza/Odom curbstomps the Mavs, the game isn't all that close going into the 4th, Lakers win by 15 or so.

Game 2 - Mavericks forget to show up for this one, Lakers win by 20+, Kobe probably only has to play like 25 minutes.

Game 3 - At home, the Mavs regain a little motivation. They have a 10 point lead after one quarter. At halftime, the lead is probably 15 or so. In the 3rd quarter, the Lakers start making a push, but the Mavs keep an 8 point lead going into the 4th. In the 4th quarter, Kobe takes over, Lakers win by 5.

Game 4 - Mavs quit about 3 minutes into the game, Lakers win by 20+.

I'd bet all three of my testicles that this is almost exactly how this series goes.

POTD.

**Banzai** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by BUMP

this team reminds me of the 2006-07 Mavs, and dont even give me that we arent chokers bull , Kobe has yet to win anything without the most dominant big man of our era.

the Mavs had a surprising year the prior season, lost in the Finals (like the Lakers) and then stormed out to a very impressive regular season record (as the Lakers are doing now). everyone had them penciled in for the Finals, or WCF vs the Spurs but they ended up overlooking an impressive 8th seed and we all know the rest........

THE SAME THING WILL HAPPEN TO THE LAKERS THIS YEAR!! except we have a much better record than Golden State did, Kobe will think the Mavs will bow down before him and will be looking ahead to San Antonio, Boston, and Cleveland while the MORE EXPERIENCED Mavs will play with the heart of a champion and show the rest of the world how overrated LA is. im not talking trash or anything, its just reality that we are the better team

**Ghazi** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by monosylab1k

btw Mavs-Lakers is going to be the easiest sweep in Lakers history.

Here's how this series will play out -

Game 1 - Mavericks play tough for one half, probably have a 4 point lead or so going into the second half. In the 3rd quarter, Ariza/Odom curbstomps the Mavs, the game isn't all that close going into the 4th, Lakers win by 15 or so.

Game 2 - Mavericks forget to show up for this one, Lakers win by 20+, Kobe probably only has to play like 25 minutes.

Game 3 - At home, the Mavs regain a little motivation. They have a 10 point lead after one quarter. At halftime, the lead is probably 15 or so. In the 3rd quarter, the Lakers start making a push, but the Mavs keep an 8 point lead going into the 4th. In the 4th quarter, Kobe takes over, Lakers win by 5.

Game 4 - Mavs quit about 3 minutes into the game, Lakers win by 20+.

I'd bet all three of my testicles that this is almost exactly how this series goes.

I think it'll be raining boos at the AAC in Game 4 too and Carlisle + 1-2 players will get ejected.

Cuban will get a beer thrown at him.

**Agloco** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by BUMP

this team reminds me of the 2006-07 Mavs, and dont even give me that we arent chokers bull , Kobe has yet to win anything without the most dominant big man of our era.

the Mavs had a surprising year the prior season, lost in the Finals (like the Lakers) and then stormed out to a very impressive regular season record (as the Lakers are doing now). everyone had them penciled in for the Finals, or WCF vs the Spurs but they ended up overlooking an impressive 8th seed and we all know the rest........

THE SAME THING WILL HAPPEN TO THE LAKERS THIS YEAR!! except we have a much better record than Golden State did, Kobe will think the Mavs will bow down before him and will be looking ahead to San Antonio, Boston, and Cleveland while the MORE EXPERIENCED Mavs will play with the heart of a champion and show the rest of the world how overrated LA is. im not talking trash or anything, its just reality that we are the better team

Do you even believe half the you post, or are you just that stupid?

**Agloco** · 03-23-2009

Originally Posted by Ghazi

BUMP is right.

We're the 2006 champions, what have the Lakers accomplished in the past 3 years except for embarrass themselves in the Finals?

We're more like a 50-20 team, it's just our crafty old veterans are pacing themselves in the regular season. Of COURSE we're gonna overlook teams like the Thunder, Clippers, Kings, and Grizzlies. we'd be the 2 seed if we were actually trying. But why expend energy in regular season?

Lakers can shoot their wad on the regular season, the mutha in Mavs will be ready when it counts.

You're absolutely right. I suppose reality is just a crutch for people who can't handle drugs.

**wijayas** · 03-24-2009

Originally Posted by BUMP

this team reminds me of the 2006-07 Mavs, and dont even give me that we arent chokers bull , Kobe has yet to win anything without the most dominant big man of our era.

the Mavs had a surprising year the prior season, lost in the Finals (like the Lakers) and then stormed out to a very impressive regular season record (as the Lakers are doing now). everyone had them penciled in for the Finals, or WCF vs the Spurs but they ended up overlooking an impressive 8th seed and we all know the rest........

THE SAME THING WILL HAPPEN TO THE LAKERS THIS YEAR!! except we have a much better record than Golden State did, Kobe will think the Mavs will bow down before him and will be looking ahead to San Antonio, Boston, and Cleveland while the MORE EXPERIENCED Mavs will play with the heart of a champion and show the rest of the world how overrated LA is. im not talking trash or anything, its just reality that we are the better team

GO do it Mavs! We are right behind you to lend you any support you need...

**lurker** · 03-24-2009

Ryan Hollins says they can beat L.A. What a relief! I'd be even more convinced if Shawne Williams would weigh in with his opinion as well.

Backup center Ryan Hollins made an appearance on Michael Irvin's ESPN 103.3 radio show yesterday. It wasn't as memorable as Josh Howard's April appearance on Irvin's show, but Hollins had some interesting things to say after his best road trip during his brief time with the Mavs.

Hollins obviously gained some confidence after making back-to-back starts while Erick Dampier rested a bum knee. The 7-footer declined a request by ex-Cowboy offensive lineman/Irvin sidekick Nate Newton to publicly demand more playing time, but Hollins made it clear he believes he can help the Mavs win now and in the playoffs.

Hollins went so far as to provide some insight on how the Mavs could succeed as an 8 seed against the Lakers, whom he acknowledged were the team to beat. The key: Take advantage of Kobe's selfishness.

"Kobe Bryant is one of the greatest players in the game, and I think sometimes he has issues trusting his teammates," said Hollins, who probably saw a lot of Lakers games while playing college ball at UCLA. "Maybe we catch them off guard, kind of get Kobe into playing a little one-on-one or doing a little too much, I think we've got a shot at them definitely."

It seems like a player should have a minimum of one minute's worth of playoff experience before saying anything that could land on the bulletin board of the defending conference champions, doesn't it?