Lewis out for Game 4

[ShoogarBear]

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Lewis won't play vs. Spurs

The Associated Press

SEATTLE – Rashard Lewis was scratched from the lineup for Game 4 against San Antonio on Sunday after the sprained big toe on his left foot didn't respond to treatment.

"That's a painful injury," Sonics coach Nate McMillan said. "I knew it would be tough for him to play in this game."

Antonio Daniels will start at shooting guard, with Ray Allen moving to Lewis' spot at small forward. Lewis, averaging 16.9 points and 5.3 rebounds in the playoffs, was hurt late in Seattle's Game 3 win.

McMillan said Lewis' status for Game 5 in San Antonio will be determined at tipoff on Tuesday night.

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich called the situation "the worst possible scenario," saying it can only help the Sonics.

"People pick up their games," Popovich said. "You worry about your own group letting up a little bit psychologically and subconsciously. Teams become more aggressive and play with a desperate sort of at ude, a greater sense of urgency."

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"People pick up their games," Popovich said. "You worry about your own group letting up a little bit psychologically and subconsciously. Teams become more aggressive and play with a desperate sort of at ude, a greater sense of urgency."

If Spurs didn't expect Seattle to have a sense of urgency, Lewis or no Lewis, and play accordingly, they suck.

[Jimcs50]

This sucks.

I hope SA does not relax now...this is when the team can be most dangerous.

[slayermin]

Man, this game is going to be even more physical than game three.

[Jimcs50]

What did I tell you?

Teams always let down when their opponent's stars are out of lineup.

This Spurs team has no mental toughness whatsoever tonight.

[Fouled Out]

He is out and we are still losing! Imagine when he does come back it will give the Sonics even more confidence, We would be in trouble. The Spurs have to get their minds back in the game. Oh by the way Pop, WHAT ABOUT DEVIN BROWN!!!!! o......Use him man!!!!!!!