HCA vs Rest?

[peacemaker885]

Rest.

[FromWayDowntown]

Win in Oakland and take away any chance of sole possession of the record and put the Warriors into panic mode and see what happens, imo.

I think it's amazing that while the Warriors have had this historical season, one week from the end, there's still a mathematical chance that they could end up as the #2 seed overall despite their record pace.

I've also wondered what it would do to them to be tracked down in this season -- of all seasons -- by a team that doesn't really seem to care much about records.

With that said, I don't think the Spurs can realistically catch the Warriors and I think the typical Pop play here is to rest on Thursday and not show GST anything.

[NameLess Scrub]

Ideally in the past, Spurs would have won a couple of games they should have, Warriors would have lost a couple more.

Ideally now, they get both rest and HCA by winning games in coast mode while the Warriors burn themselves out chasing the record only to still be #2 seed. I really really wish that happened. You can't be scared of HCA or losing a game at home, specially when playing great home teams that will probably get more whistles at their home.

Realistically, you can never bet against the Warriors even losing to the Wolves. And if they continue to chase the record they'll try hard to win the next 2 games vs the Spurs, so rest it is. Just make sure everyone is healthy and primed and hope the Warriors continue tiring themselves out.

[TDomination]

I love knowing that the Spurs can be the team to break their hopes of getting the record.

But i am very curious to see how Pop decides to play GS in Oakland.

Because even if we see the starters play, they may only play 15-20 minutes.

[TrueSpursFan]

Rest. The Warriors have to get through the Clippers w/ Blake Griffin. That series is going to be a dog fight. Spurs will have to get through OKC but the Spurs series won't be as physical.

Spurs just need to beat them on Sunday, which I believe they will coming off a back to back against the Grizz. Conley will be back and the Grizz are as physical as they come.

Spur will rest against GS. (Loss)
Full strength against DEN. (Win)
Full strength against GS. (Win)
Full strength against OKC. (Win)
Spur will rest against DAL. (probably a loss w/ Mavs fighting for their playoff lives right now)

This is how I see the Season playing out. Spurs will be 68-14 at season's end. GS and OKC games are winnable as BOTH are going to be playing the 2nd of a B2B. Should also note OKC last game is against the Spurs on Tuesday and they already clinched the 3rd seed. Don't be Surprise if they rest WB and Durant for that game.

last I heard, he might be out the rest of the season

[Gutter92]

To think if Jeremy Lin didn't own us...we would have had a real chance at home court...

[TheDoctor]

Rest. The Warriors have to get through the Clippers w/ Blake Griffin. That series is going to be a dog fight. Spurs will have to get through OKC but the Spurs series won't be as physical.

Spurs just need to beat them on Sunday, which I believe they will coming off a back to back against the Grizz. Conley will be back and the Grizz are as physical as they come....

He's done for the season mate.

[Old School 44]

Rest. As it stands, I think the Spurs are on the better end of the bracket for the WC final four, assuming seeding holds. I prefer OkC to the Clippers. I think the Clips are deeper, especially with the returning Griffin. With the Thunder, it's really just Durant/Westbrook. I know he had a good series against the Spurs last year, but imo Ibaka has kind of fallen off. I also like the Clips facing the Warriors. Lots of bad blood there.

The undefeated at home record would be nice, so would derailing the Warriors chase for the all time win record, but it really doesn't matter.

I vote for Health and Rest!

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

He's done for the season mate.

You guys are right. Last report was he was expected back at the end of the season. I guess the recent revaluation suggested otherwise. Well, the Grizz don't have a shot at winning either one of those guys games. But hopefully, they give it their all against GS on Saturday.

[gameFACE]

It's pretty amazing but the Spurs are pretty well rested right now, tbh. No need to rest on Thursday. No need to rest anyone until the last two games. That would be almost a whole week off before the playoffs.

I'd love the Spurs to win at GS on Thursday and totally up their psyche. Win at their gym and rob them of 73 wins at the same time. Even if that means GS wins in SA on Sunday. Because the Spurs don't give a if they don't go perfect at home but GS has been chasing the Bulls record for a while.

[NameLess Scrub]

To think if Jeremy Lin didn't own us...we would have had a real chance at home court...

Badley Beal breaking LaMarcus ankles for a winning 3 and the Pacers game return to mind.

[steeledl]

We aren't getting HCA even if we try. The only reason I'd even consider trying Thursday in Oakland is to put pressure on the warriors and make them keep grinding because the season is taking a toll on them


on the other hand, I don't want to give them the satisfaction of beating us in a game we go all of in. I'd rather just try to win our home gave vs them on last game of the season. Idk.

[Spurtacular]

I think it's amazing that while the Warriors have had this historical season, one week from the end, there's still a mathematical chance that they could end up as the #2 seed overall despite their record pace.

I've also wondered what it would do to them to be tracked down in this season -- of all seasons -- by a team that doesn't really seem to care much about records.

With that said, I don't think the Spurs can realistically catch the Warriors and I think the typical Pop play here is to rest on Thursday and not show GST anything.

Way to temper my enthusiasm :

GS is definitely cracking, though. They were up 75-60 on Minnie. And Kerr is talking about pressure. They're a high strung team.

[look_at_g_shred]

They've rested enough. Play em.

[TampaDude]

Tomorrow night's game is on TNT. Pop will tank that game like a mofo. I'll bet the starters don't even travel to Oakland.

[SAGirl]

Rest. As it stands, I think the Spurs are on the better end of the bracket for the WC final four, assuming seeding holds. I prefer OkC to the Clippers. I think the Clips are deeper, especially with the returning Griffin. With the Thunder, it's really just Durant/Westbrook. I know he had a good series against the Spurs last year, but imo Ibaka has kind of fallen off. I also like the Clips facing the Warriors. Lots of bad blood there.

The undefeated at home record would be nice, so would derailing the Warriors chase for the all time win record, but it really doesn't matter.

I vote for Health and Rest!

Frankly if the Clippers were not such chokers, they have a small chance to even defeat them. CP is a dog of a PG, and they will get boards and paint points. They now have athletes in the perimeter too. Its just where GSW excels (clutchness) Clippers lack.

But it is far from a cakewalk for GSW.

[Old School 44]

Frankly if the Clippers were not such chokers, they have a small chance to even defeat them. CP is a dog of a PG, and they will get boards and paint points. They now have athletes in the perimeter too. Its just where GSW excels (clutchness) Clippers lack.

But it is far from a cakewalk for GSW.

The Clips will get a chance to backup their "lucky" statement from last year's playoffs. I forget who said it, but someone from the Clips said the Warriors were "lucky" they didn't have to face them or the Spurs in the playoffs last year. Imo, this is the best rivalry series in the NBA right now. These teams just don't seem to like each other.

And like you said, it's far from a cakewalk for the Warriors.

[Old School 44]

Tomorrow night's game is on TNT. Pop will tank that game like a mofo. I'll bet the starters don't even travel to Oakland.

This just announced. The Spurs have called up the entire Austin Spurs roster for the Warriors game on TNT.

[TampaDude]

This just announced. The Spurs have called up the entire Austin Spurs roster for the Warriors game on TNT.

Now THAT would be funny as . I wonder how much the NBA would fine the Spurs for doing that.

[CosmicCowboy]

Lot of hoping that the Warriors will be tired in the playoffs after going for 72 but don't forget the first round gives everyone a lot of rest.

[Chillen]

I say go full strength at Warriors, rest the Denver game. If Spurs rest their starters vs Warriors, Warriors should to that team is looking tired now.

[Kikoluna]

Play them. Stop being a little *****