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manu unable to close cost the spurs
and tp poor play in the first half
hopefully the spurs are due to make threes
law of averages
The Spurs played like trash for most of the night in Game 3. With the Grizzlies feeling the pressure in the second half, the Spurs were able to make a late run. However, perhaps fittingly, San Antonio collapsed when it mattered most and Memphis won 91-88 to take a 2-1 series lead. Game 4 is Monday night in Tennessee.
-Tim Duncan had a slow start to the game. He wasn't moving well -- and that was before he tweaked his ankle. As the game went along, Duncan began to play much better. His defense, specifically, was at a high level. Offensively, he was really passing the ball well -- as evident by his six assists and no turnovers. He finished the game with 13 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks in an effort that could have been good enough.
-Manu Ginobili wasn't able to replicate his Supermanu effort from Game 2, though he still gave the Spurs a lot. He battled his way to 14 free throw attempts -- hitting 12. His elbow was obviously limiting him, most notably when he was handling the ball in pick-and-rolls. Ginobili also made some big mistakes down the stretch of the game. First, he roamed too far away from O.J. Mayo and gave up a three-pointer. On the final play of the game, Ginboili inexplicably didn't know how much time was left and the Spurs weren't able to get off a shot to try to tie the game.
-I have no idea what is wrong with Tony Parker. He's getting worse and worse as the series progresses -- and he started off the series playing poorly. Now he's a total mess. He can't hit shots in the lane consistently, his jumper is broken and simple acts such as catching the ball or dribbling it up the court are now adventures. Defensively, he hasn't done anything of note. Parker getting routinely outplayed by Mike Conley is a shocking subplot to this series. It's also the main reason why the Spurs are dangerously close to an embarrassing postseason exit.
-Richard Jefferson was extremely efficient in the first two games of the series. In Game 3, he was the opposite. Granted, he didn't get many touches, but he was clueless when he actually got the ball in his hands. There's was just way too much uncertainty in his game; you can't have that come playoff time. Defensively, Jefferson was decent. But considering he has the easiest matchups on that end of the court, he could definitely make more of an impact.
-Like Duncan, Antonio McDyess began slowly. But he too improved as the game progressed. He grabbed ten boards in 28 minutes and played solid post defense in the last three quarters. Offensively, he was much better than he was in the first two games -- scoring eight points on 4-for-7 shooting. Late in the game, McDyess left due to injury. Let's hope he's ready to go in Game 4. If he isn't, the mismatches in Memphis' favor become even more flagrant.
-George Hill was extremely hit and miss. At some points, he was a huge asset. At other points, he was making rookie mistakes or playing too soft. With Parker struggling, it'd be great if Hill could pick up the slack. Instead, net-net, Hill is adding to the struggles.
-Matt Bonner came back down to earth. His defense, which was a strength in Game 2, was a major liability in Game 3. The Grizzlies sought him out and went at him on that end of the court. Bonner's toughness got better later in the game, and his rebounding was a plus, but he definitely didn't play anywhere near his capabilities. On offense, Bonner missed both of his three-pointers and his court vision was atrocious.
-Gary Neal tried to help jumpstart the offense -- but ended up furthering the stagnation. He missed 7-of-9 shots from the field and seemed a bit too excited. To his credit, he rebounded well and made a couple fine passes. But honestly, this series may come down to whether or not Neal can steal a game with his explosiveness.
-DeJuan Blair didn't aid San Antonio's cause in his ten minutes of action. He was gambling too much defensively and finished the game without a defensive rebound. Blair was decent on the offensive end but that didn't make up for the rest of his shortcomings.
-First of all, I have no idea what Pop was thinking when he didn't call timeout on that final possession. With three timeouts left, that should have been an automatic timeout in every situation. Big mistake and unforgivable in the postseason. I also didn't agree with putting Bonner on Gasol. I'd rather him defend Randolph with double-team help than watch Bonner get overwhelmed by Gasol's size. Pop also showed uncertainty with his unsteady subs utions. Part of the reason the team couldn't get a rhythm was because the lineups were never consistent. Going forward, Pop needs to find combinations that will work against the Grizzlies. And do so quickly before this 61-win season comes crumbling down.
manu unable to close cost the spurs
and tp poor play in the first half
hopefully the spurs are due to make threes
law of averages
Its too late.
All I want now is answers from Pop, I don't care about winning anymore.
I would like to see him justify his coaching with the results we have been getting.
He had a whole season to do that while coasting along. Come playoffs what has he done to make the team better on the defensive/offensive end?
One armed player > French version of 1919 White Sox
Apparently Parker was out late Wednesday night ("popping bottles"), celebrating a game 2 victory with his posse.
It sure showed tonight. (Even though it was 2-3 days ago)
He's the real reason why Spurs are down 2-1.
Last edited by MaNu4Tres; 04-23-2011 at 10:18 PM.
manu playing with won arm
what is excuse for Tony.
The Spurs lost Game 1. Fail.
Not calling a TO on that last play is mind-blowing when you consider that Basketball is these guy's bread and butter. We keep seeing over and over again that this team does not have playoff focus.
I couldn't agree more.. Good read after a frustrating night.
lol ducks trying to lessen tps blame...seriously man what game are you watchin
Game 2 is what I meant.
Nice catch.
man i just wont call out names but a certain person in this thread is calling out manu for the loss. come on... really?
Of all playoff teams, are the Spurs playing the worst basketball right now? We are the 1st seed after all.
^ well that makes sense hungover explains why he looked like he was out of it. haha
but damn this team is in some deep ahaha its funny cause being a big spurs fan i want to see them win but when they lose theres also a good side to it... its what made people start realizing pop has lost his mind and im not crazy after all ....
maybe this team needs to get kicked out of the first round in order to get pop fired, and get timmys some real help. not have a military process only to crumble in the playoffs due to lack of talent and playing your best players .
pop is a control freak and loves any type of control well i hope they show him how it feels and give him the axe for us spurs fans
Said this in another thread. Games are now going to be played every-other day. If Spurs are looking this fatigued now then I hate to see how they will look the next few games.
We needed this game badly, but we have another shot Monday.
I can blame TP for a lot -- but not that. What percentage of single NBA players hit the club after a win when they have three days off upcoming? 90%? Trying to blame him for that is nitpicking, especially with how much wrong he's doing between the lines.
Looks like Hollins is on to something with that tanking to get the Spurs thing...
This is shades of Dallas/GS. I don't see anything major the Spurs can do as far as adjustments go, do you? Pick up the pace and have our best players play at their playoff level.
Does no one else think that our best players playing regular season minutes while Memphis is pounding the Spurs with 40+ minutes of theirs isn't a big contributor to the struggles?
the question pop resting duncan too long, fkn u have 2-3 day game breaks, its not a fkn b2b game......
We're just playing scared, bottom line... it's an at ude problem... the other team can try to bully you all they want, but if you let them rattle you, then it's also your fault. I don't know if it's because of the big expectations coming into the post-season after the 60+ wins season or what, but it's inexcusable... last season we were outhustled and bullied by the Suns too, and we took it in style... we need to show more fight.
I blamed him for the Spurs being down 2-1.
He's been pathetic. (Whether going out to a club or not)
* Even though I believe going out clubbing effects a players production on the court to some degree. IMO
Don't let the genius coach off the hook that easily. Bonner on Gasol is an insane match-up. No other coach in the league would have the audacity to try it, let alone with the game, maybe the series and almost certainly any chance at a championship (and more than likely the final chance for this team), hanging in the balance.
I'm as sick of typing it as many are about hearing about it, but it's too glaring to not be repeated yet again. It's beyond comprehension that Splitter, their second best and second biggest big, is not playing. Rip Parker, Bonner, the offense in general all you want. This team has been getting destroyed by the Grizzlies from three all season, despite the fact that they're the fourth worst three point shooting team in the league. When it happens repeatedly, it's not coincidence. They're having to double far too much and are giving up clean looks to an extremely limited group of perimeter players. If Splitter's guarding Gasol, I doubt he looks like an All-Star and more importantly, they wouldn't have to constantly be doubling him or Randolph. Because Splitter on Gasol allows Duncan to guard Randolph.
Season on the line now. Extended rest coming up if we don't man up for the next game.
Ducks TP is healthy as out there and playing flat out horrible, MANU has one arm! He is still outplaying Tony by alot. Tony is playing like a rookie or a finals 05 TONY who got sat.
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