"Why was this game different from all other games?"...
by Andrew Feinstein on Apr 20, 2008 4:50 PM MDT
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In Jewish households worldwide last night, Passover was celebrated in the form of a ritual feast known as a Seder. As part of the Seder, the youngest member of the family traditionally asks: "Why is this night different from all other nights?"After the Nuggets lost their first playoff game to the Los Angeles Lakers today, Nuggets fans worldwide should be asking: "Why was this game different from all other games?"
Unfortunately for us, it wasn’t.
The usual Nuggets script against good "teams" (i.e. NBA ball clubs that actually play hard on both ends of the floor, run a cohesive offensive set, share the ball, are well-coached, don’t make mental errors, don’t rush shots, have good camaraderie and so on) on the road played out yet again. We’ve all seen this movie before. On the defensive end, the Nuggets gave up too many easy baskets and too many points overall. On the offensive end, the offense was stagnant as all-too-often players just watched Carmelo Anthony force bad turnaround, fadeaway jump shots over two opponents, or watched Allen Iverson dribble too long while no one bothered to set picks or make any cuts to the basket. And, of course, J.R. Smith didn’t get nearly enough minutes, even though he – and Linas Kleiza – were completely unguardable when driving the ball to the basket.
In other words, your typical Denver Nuggets road game against a good "team," ladies and gentleman.
As far as I'm concerned, Smith should start and play all 48 minutes. Period. Coach Karl needs to end this "J.R. is coming along slowly and we're building up trust in him" charade that's been going on for two seasons now. It's not like he doesn't have the energy!
That being said, the Nuggets did a couple of things really well that gave us a glimmer of hope in the games to come. As already mentioned, when they had Kleiza, Smith and Eduardo Najera on the floor together (the Nuggets were +5 with Smith and +18 with Najera on the floor, respectively), the Lakers were completely befuddled. With those three bench players leading the way, the Nuggets quickly moved from a stagnant offense to a run-and-gun, drive-the-ball-to-the-basket offense - a tactic strongly advocated for on this blog. Even A.I. and Melo picked up on this, and when they (finally) started driving the ball to the basket themselves, the Nuggets began to eat into the Lakers lead. It was all too little, too late, but at least the Nuggets players showed us - and hopefully themselves - that good things happen when they drive to the basket as opposed to settling for jump shots which they can't make anyway.
I also liked the defense on Bryant throughout the game. I know he ended up with 32 points, but both Kenyon Martin and Smith baited him into bad shots (evident in his 9-26 shooting night), and with the exception of a couple easy buckets, all of Bryant’s field goal makes were from the outside.
And let's not forget, the Nuggets inexplicably and uncharacteristically missed 14 free throws. Iverson himself accounted for six missed free throws. Let's hope the Memphis Tigers impersonation was just a one-game fluke.
But from a macro perspective, Nuggets fans everywhere must be very concerned. Iverson and Anthony each had 30 points, Bryant had one of his worst games in recent memory (in addition to the poor shooting, he only had 1 assist and 1 steal - that’s not happening again), and yet the Lakers still waxed the Nuggets – mostly in the second half. By trying to help his teammates after their matador defense failed them, Marcus Camby was routinely leaving Pau Gasol wide open, and Gasol abused the Nuggets from the inside today. Memo to the Nuggets: Kobe, Lamar and Luke aren't passing to Kwame Brown anymore! Pau can actually catch the ball and make the basket! No, really, he can!!
Like all of you, I hope the Nuggets make the necessary adjustments ASAP, or Gasol will go down in history as one of the great Nuggets’ playoff killers in recent memory alongside Sam Cassell and Manu Ginobli.
ONE MORE THING: Whenever Carmelo stepped to the free throw line at Staples Center, the fans chanted "D-U-I, D-U-I". Ha, ha, very clever, Lakers fans. Well I hope we Nuggets fans greet Lakers' star Kobe Bryant with a similar chant about his past infractions with the law when he arrives at Pepsi Center on Saturday. How about "SETTLE-MENT, SETTLE-MENT"? I'm open to any ideas you've got.
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"Hide your daughters"
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"Hide your daughters"
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by Anonymous on Apr 20, 2008 6:13 PM MDT reply actions
Camby: "If AI gets me the ball when I am wide open in the paint, going up strong is too easy for a player of my caliber. I will show off the double-clutch reverse lay up instead. Also, if I am lucky enough to actually get a board without boxing anyone out, I will show off my amazing dribbling and go coast to coast!"
Melo (if only one person is guarding him): "I will start off my holding the ball for a few seconds just to make sure everyone else has stopped running so they can all watch me. Then I will jab step a couple times and shoot the patented contested jump shot"
Melo (if they send a doubt team): "Finally! Shooting contested jumpers was getting boring. I will now proceed to immediately put my head down and drive, even though I know refs do not really like me and I am 3 times more likely to pick up an offensive foul rather than getting a favorable call. Also, I will make sure not to pass to that white foreign guy standing wide open in the corner, since his 9-13 shooting is pretty lucky. I am Melo baby!
Carter: "Please don’t pass me the ball, please don’t pass me the ball"
Thanks for the blog, Andrew. Anything to add? If Carter starts next game, it is a travesty. Also, no mention that Karl was responsible for ending all the momentum we had in the 2nd quarter by putting Carter and Camby back in at a bad time. Finally, Camby just cannot be effective against quicker or more physical teams. He was atrocious and it wasn’t just because he was trying to help others out.
by jp on Apr 20, 2008 6:23 PM MDT reply actions
JP - Great comment. I couldn't agree more with everything you just said.
-Andrew
by denverstiffs@gmail.com on Apr 20, 2008 6:25 PM MDT reply actions
I though Camby was the single reason we lost. I stated that for us to win the series, Camby needs to man up Gasol. Well Gasol dominated that matchup and the lakers dominated us. BTW Camby was -30. I wonder if any hawk players are going to be that bad.
Maybe we should play bigger players such as Bjones or Diawara, because obviously Carter doesnt give us anything on either end of the floor in this series.
by danjustin on Apr 20, 2008 6:59 PM MDT reply actions
I hope so.
by Anonymous on Apr 20, 2008 7:01 PM MDT reply actions
Iverson- Kobe did do a good job guarding him today, but AI took some terrible shots but it would have been better if he had gotten more of his teammates open shots. On defense, you were descent, I still think you can do better.
Melo- I was disgusted by him today. Some might not like this, but Carmelo played the worst basketball I've seen in a long time. He kept on trying to force the issue when Kleiza was open for 3, he took so many rushed shots, and constantly try to get to the basket with no conscience. Smith and Kleiza were also most effective when Melo was on the bench. I like Melo, but his selfishness was really bad.
Camby- I like the blocks, hate the on ball defense. I seriously think you need to hit the gym and gain some muscle because you were completely overpowered by Gasol and Odom on both sides of the court. You can do better than that, you are the Defensive Player of the Year.
K.Martin- The job you did on Kobe was excellent. You could have used some help but the Nuggets are very bad on help defense. Offensively, the coach needs to run you in more pick and rolls with AI or Carter so you can get easier shots to the basket.
Carter- You were insignificant. Unfortunately, this is not your fault, there is no reason why as small as you are you should be guarding the best player in the league. Offensively, you aren't an offensive-minded player and you were out matched, so the coach should've kept you on the bench.
Kleiza- I like your effort and thought you were the most consistent player on both sides of the court. I liked your shot selection and thought you should have played more unfortunately you and Melo being in the lineup left us with too many post mis-matches.
Smith- The offensive player of the game. Smith is a very good player, but I still see his immaturity especially when guarding Kobe. But you were impressive and hope the coach plays you more.
by j2y2k3 on Apr 20, 2008 7:10 PM MDT reply actions
You'll notice that the starting lineup which also of course overwhelmingly gets the most minutes, is 7th on the list of effective combinations.
The Lenovo stat list alone is indictment enough of Karl and co., any well coached team will have the best combo of players getting the most minutes, and the Nuggets are WAY WAY off.
Watching this team all season, I just know there are some major stat anomalies and it was nice to finally find one which so clearly points to bad coaching.
That LK and JR and Najera don't get more playing time is a travesty.
Start Smith, bench AC and we have a chance in game 2.
Also, we need to trade Camby this year, his time is up. What a crappy effort from him.
by Sea Note on Apr 20, 2008 7:55 PM MDT reply actions
by j2y2k3 on Apr 20, 2008 8:21 PM MDT reply actions
by Nuggetslady on Apr 20, 2008 8:21 PM MDT reply actions
There were 2 players that played horrible. Carmelo Anthony and Marcus Camby. But their play reflected the horrible coaching decisions of George Karl... I'll break it down...
1st Quarter, GK starts AI and Carter in the back court. ALso, he proceeds to have AI defend the 6'10 Radmonovich!? WHo incidently is a great 3 point shooter... GK should have been fired that minute... But he didn't... Next the reason he put ai on Rad was to play Kmart on Kobe... One good call deserves a horrible one... Playing KMart on Kobe basically left Odom Guarded... slightly by Melo. Which in turn made the nuggets Paint presence NON-EXISTENT!!!
GK puts AI, JR, Kleiza, Najera and Kmart on the floor and basically go up by 8 point after being down by 10... In the middle of this good run GK just HAD to insert Melo and Carter, and then Camby.. we went down by 7....From here on out the game was lost.
Now did anyone notice what Jeff Van-Gundy was saying? he stayed taking shots at GK's coaching by saying. "I know its hard to have to take a good proforming squad off the floor to insert your star player/starters" "Since Melo came back in they went from 8 points up to 7 down" Not on point but thats about what he said. Even Barkely commented on the coaching. This just sucks... I know they can win but Karl shoots them in the foot tremendously. Van-Gundy even said at the half he would have come back with Klieza or JR, not Carter. He was ripping Karl on the LOW! LOL GO NUGGETS
by chillz on Apr 20, 2008 8:28 PM MDT reply actions
Please hire Van Gundy, we need his passion and we need his desire to get the most out of his players on defense!
by j2y2k3 on Apr 20, 2008 8:37 PM MDT reply actions
If Van Gundy was coaching game 1 instead of George Karl, we would of won..hands down. I'll repeat what Van Gundy said.
" I would not start Anthony Carter in the second half, I would move AI to the point and play JR at the 2 "
Seriously, this guy knows what he's talking about. Having AC on the court with AI... wow, you have like 28,3956 mis-matches. Put AC on the bench where the scrub belongs. He's hurting the team tremendously.
I'm telling you right now like everyone has said, you start AC in game 2 ( which is gonna happen )...It's over for the Nuggets.
Marcus Camby needs to go, weakest 7 footer I've ever seen play. This is a nightmare for the Nuggets.
But I'm placing the blame on GK and AC for sucking so much at the game of basketball.
Get rid of AC and GK. That should be the name of this site.
And where was Chucky Atkins at? He's a veteran that can actually score and lead this team to victory.
This is just terrible. I can't believe this.
by Anonymous on Apr 20, 2008 8:52 PM MDT reply actions
Anthony Carter, omg... Does he think he is good? Why is he starting? Why isn't JR starting? Karl's ego is preventing him from giving this team a real chance to win. JR showed a TON of maturity tonight. To the guy who said he didn't, did you not see him get taken out under the basket, then get up and go see if Walton (I think) was alright and give him a pat? The old JR would have attacked Walton.
Marcus Camby disgusted me, once again. He is a cherry picker. He lets people step right by him for easy layups. He is a puss. Watch his mannerisms, he is scared. Anytime we play a team with a real center they kick his ass. I'm also tired of him thinking he can play offense.
Melo's lack of fire disappointed me...
A.I. quitting on us tonight (purposely getting tosses - if you don't believe me watch as he untucked his jersey and started walking towards the locker room BEFORE his 2nd technical.)
I don't even want to mention Karl because it is pointless, but I'll say just a little. Since coming to Denver, he hasn't yet found a real starting lineup. How many years does he need to figure it out??? Karl is just happy to be alive, win or lose, its alright to him. He brings no fire to this team. He has a different excuse each night. He has one of the most talented teams in the league and barely made the playoffs. And don't give me that "The West is so competitive" crap. You are measured by how well you compete against your competition. If the West gets better, you have to as well. Karl is an idiot and we all know this except Kronke. Get this clown out of here!
by Anonymous on Apr 20, 2008 9:01 PM MDT reply actions
It's not AC's fault the coach puts him in a bad situation. He plays with heart but he's gotta sit down during this series.
AI played with a lotta heart but that was bush league to get himself tossed. Reminded me of Warren Sapp purposely getting himself tossed out of the Jaguars game last season (yes I am a Raiders fan).
As much as I criticized AI previously, I take it back somewhat because when I saw how selfish Melo was with the ball, taking terrible shots, making awful decisions, playing no defense. I mean it's okay to hack as a message when a team is performing lay-up drills.
KMart, Smith, and Kleiza came to play. If I were Karl, I'd sit Melo for long stretches, make him sit next to me, and consistently point out how Kleiza and Smith are driving to the hole.
I'd put KMart on Gasol, Camby on Odom, AI on Fisher, Melo on Radmanovic, and Smith on Kobe.
Don't have much to add to what has already been said.
Stall the chants though. That's childish.
by DeAngelo Starnes on Apr 20, 2008 9:32 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 3:26 AM MDT reply actions
Iverson On Fisher = AI 30 - Fish 11
Smith on Kobe = JR 15 - Kobe 30
Anthony on Radmonovich = 30 - 9
Martin on Odom = Kmart 12 - Odom 10
Camby on Gasol = Cam 12 - Gasol 20
If they played that way the game would be in the Nuggets Favor... Many will say well Kobe could get WAY more then 30... Well so could AI and Melo.
I will not watch the game if Carter starts the next one.
Leave Karl in Denver = Nuggets win...
by chillz on Apr 21, 2008 8:06 AM MDT reply actions
by kenoshakid on Apr 21, 2008 10:01 AM MDT reply actions
Also You dont remember How much Crap you guys Gave Kobe after that Scandal in Denver ?
This D-U-I chant and Sending you guys Home for the Year is Pay Back.
Pay Back's a B*TCH
by Ken on Apr 21, 2008 10:12 AM MDT reply actions
LMFAO ya'll suck major balls
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 10:16 AM MDT reply actions
A breath of fresh air.
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 10:20 AM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 10:21 AM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 10:21 AM MDT reply actions
Kobe took so much verbal abuse in denver after returning to colorado following the scandal (before he got his due process, before a settlement was reached). So, please be fair, yes the chants were childish and not necessary, but immature denver fans do the same thing.
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 10:26 AM MDT reply actions
You criticize the lakers fans, but yet you endorse the nuggets fans to chant at kobe as "payback." Yet again we see the hypocritical nature of sports fans.
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 10:28 AM MDT reply actions
NBA crowds could use a dose of a college-like atmosphere (douche-bag Maryland fans notwithstanding).
I really like aforementioned 'no means no' but if I must come up with some on my own:
"Dia-mond Ring, Dia-mond Ring."
"Rat-out-Shaq, Rat-out-Shaq."
Awww.....eff it. Just stick with 'No Means No' - it sends a good message.
by Truth About It on Apr 21, 2008 10:36 AM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 10:37 AM MDT reply actions
by Fiyah on Apr 21, 2008 10:41 AM MDT reply actions
The DUI thing happened, like a few days ago, what do you expect?
Maybe the fans should chant "airball" to reference Kobe's airballs in Utah 10 years ago, how's that?
by Allen on Apr 21, 2008 10:51 AM MDT reply actions
that took some time didnt it?
haha. that's just my point.
well, it's only the beginning of the end when we start Anthony Carter at point guard in the playoffs. At least he is better than Chucky.
i like you melo, but u really need to stop taking ridiculous shots and then smirking about it after you miss more than you make. i dont find it funny as a fan that u think taking shots over 3 people funny while LK and JR are wide open. You need to act like the train in your commercial and choo choo down to the paint and play around there instead of the perimeter.
camby, i really dont know why you choose to do a reverse layup when all u have to do is lay it in. i dont care how difficult your shots are and please stop shooting jumpshots, you're not Sheed.
Karl, u incompetant human being of a coach. please stop starting AC and just play the best 5 we have. we won't lose bench scoring as long as either JR or LK come off the bench.
This AC/ AI combo = payton/ cassel aka gollum = first round exit.
one
by bobby steels on Apr 21, 2008 10:54 AM MDT reply actions
I agree with the comments about more JR + kleiza.
Hopefully nene will come back. The problem is i think even if he does he will have limited minutes.
by ET on Apr 21, 2008 11:17 AM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 11:19 AM MDT reply actions
"adul-ter-eeeeee"
clap, clap... clap, clap clap
Daniel - www.laballtalk.com
by LA Ball Talk on Apr 21, 2008 11:22 AM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 11:23 AM MDT reply actions
Melo doesn't move without the ball, and unfortunately that is when he is most efficient. I no he is one of the best one on one players but he is better cutting to the basket and running through screens, something like Rip Hamilton.
Of course, thats a coaching issue though...
by j2y2k3 on Apr 21, 2008 11:37 AM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 11:50 AM MDT reply actions
by chillz on Apr 21, 2008 11:53 AM MDT reply actions
by Kieran on Apr 21, 2008 11:55 AM MDT reply actions
"NO MEANS NO!" Yea its simple but it makes it easier for the entire crown to chant.
I like that one..lol
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 12:12 PM MDT reply actions
"D-U-I !!!! D-U-I !!!""
From a Lakers Fan who was at Game1
and STARTED DUI DUI DUI
by Paul on Apr 21, 2008 12:39 PM MDT reply actions
You guys were the one who started the chants against Kobe several years ago...so I'm glad LA showed as much class as Denver did....
Maybe you guys can think of some new Kobe chants to say when you're watching him in the 2nd round.
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 12:43 PM MDT reply actions
by kenoshakid on Apr 21, 2008 12:49 PM MDT reply actions
For the person that suggested using "Hide your daughters" that's pathetic that you even think that, keep the attacks on Kobe that's fine with me, just don't get into his daughter or his family, they're not a part of that nor should they be. Just have some class, and have a clever chant that's all. It's all fun in games really.
Oh and by the way, try not to come up with something that'll piss Kobe off, because you all know what happens when Kobe is pissed... Just a heads up.
GO LAKERS!
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 12:51 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 12:57 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 1:08 PM MDT reply actions
"NO MEANS NO! NO MEANS NO!"
haha, brilliant.
by Zafir on Apr 21, 2008 1:09 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 1:50 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 1:55 PM MDT reply actions
MVP MVP MVP
Sounds good to me, :-)
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 2:03 PM MDT reply actions
If you really want to make us look bad, you should take the high road and just cheer the living bejesus out of your own squad.
by Mark on Apr 21, 2008 2:04 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 2:43 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 2:47 PM MDT reply actions
Just go to their 'Video' section and click on 'Sunday's Best Wireless.' Probably the most intense he's been all year, but what does it matter when your team can do shit as a team.
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 3:10 PM MDT reply actions
by RC3 on Apr 21, 2008 3:44 PM MDT reply actions
This is why Lakers are the most pathetic fan base in the entire league. Yes suns fans may be delusional but atleast they dont hide 300 days of the year
by danjustin on Apr 21, 2008 3:45 PM MDT reply actions
At any rate its not that important, because soon Denver fan can go bak to worshiping their Elway monuments and WISHING they had as good a team as L.A. has!
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 3:46 PM MDT reply actions
*(a DUI that he hasn't been convicted of yet)
by blue on Apr 21, 2008 3:53 PM MDT reply actions
Kobe will so shocked, he'll not only miss his FT's but lose his concentration for the rest of the game.
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 4:28 PM MDT reply actions
I'm a Laker fan, but I thought the chants were stupid and uncalled for.
by Laker Fan on Apr 21, 2008 4:30 PM MDT reply actions
Apparently, some fool out of the 18,997 people started chanting "DUI", and the rest just carried on. The whole stadium caught on just because it was funny. That's just how playoff games are.
Was it wrong to chant? Yes? Should Denver fans follow? No. Why? a) Obviously, it is a mismatch is against a team that is arguably most likely to make it out the the Finals and b) the rape case was not confirmed because of lack of evidence (that's why "Settle-ment seems more legit then what people here put, but still wrong), and the girl was a prostitute, looking for any possible ways to make a buck or two. The only thing KB24 will "rape" is the Denver "defense".
So before you Nuggets fans take action, please look at the current scenarios. I already bought my Western Conference Finals tix.
Lakers in June
by Josh on Apr 21, 2008 4:35 PM MDT reply actions
*(a DUI that he hasn't been convicted of yet)"
you're an idiot
by Laker Fan on Apr 21, 2008 4:40 PM MDT reply actions
Lakers in June
by josh on Apr 21, 2008 4:41 PM MDT reply actions
This is why Lakers are the most pathetic fan base in the entire league. Yes suns fans may be delusional but atleast they dont hide 300 days of the year"
wtf, yes lets give out our names to complete strangers on the internet, good one moron :)
Maybe nugget fans should think of recent things to chant to kobe, not rape or shaq chants, it will just make nugget fans look real stupid, that guy was right, might as well chant airball referring to his rookie season.
Whats next? the one time he got called for a foul in 99? :p
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 4:44 PM MDT reply actions
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by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 5:12 PM MDT reply actions
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSknYX9XTek
by Ty on Apr 21, 2008 5:14 PM MDT reply actions
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by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 7:21 PM MDT reply actions
I find it hilarious that every single time they show George Karl giving a speech to the team, all he says is "KEEP DOING WHAT YOU'RE DOING, AND WE'LL WIN," or some strange variant of that statement. Not one time have I seen him actually tell them something to actually do. Never "feed the ball into the post more," or "run an iso for Allen, Fisher is too slow to put a body on him." He's just one extremely expensive motivational speaker.
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 7:29 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 7:34 PM MDT reply actions
how are the lakers injured? they're missing bynum and who else?? chris mihm?!?!
if so then the nuggets are just as injured as the lakers, so get over it man.
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 7:58 PM MDT reply actions
Chants, though, won't have any impact on the game. So if the alcohol provides you the urge and it makes you feel better to come up with some stupid, vile shit, knock yourselves out.
Here's hoping that better defense and team offense help the Nuggets to victory.
by DeAngelo Starnes on Apr 21, 2008 9:32 PM MDT reply actions
As for "Hide your daughters," you say that about any pro athlete.
Let's just cheer our team on and hope they live up to their payroll.
by DeAngelo Starnes on Apr 21, 2008 9:35 PM MDT reply actions
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 9:41 PM MDT reply actions
Boos...
"Fire George Karl"
More boos...
by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 10:07 PM MDT reply actions
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by Anonymous on Apr 21, 2008 11:53 PM MDT reply actions
how are the lakers injured? they're missing bynum and who else?? chris mihm?!?!
Bynum [left knee injury], Ariza [broken right foot], Kobe [dislocated pinkie, right hand], Fisher [partial torn tendon, right foot]
Turiaf may have strep. throat and was sent home today. Mbenga is day-to-day w/ bruised rib.
As of right now, Gasol's the only healthy center we have. I wouldn't be surprised if Jackson had to play Odom at the C, Walton as PF and Kobe as SF while Gasol is resting if Turiaf can't make it back by wed; Jackson doesnt seem to trust Newble yet and Mihm's still out of shape from rehabing for most of the season.
If Denver ever had a chance, wednesday will be it; hopefully the series will get more interesting if the lakers lose 1 in Denver.
I'm a laker fan but I'm way more interested in the SA-PHX series right now; game 1 was f-ing RIDONKULOUS!
by homefrye on Apr 22, 2008 12:45 AM MDT reply actions
"First Round Exit!"
"First Round Exit!"
Make sure you chant it during game 4, where you can alternate between that and the classic....
"Sweep"...."Sweep"
Don't waste your time or money, this series is over, you might as well chant, "Rebuild" , because you're through!!!
by Anonymous on Apr 22, 2008 12:55 AM MDT reply actions
Thought the same way about Jason Kidd. Sorry, but I don't have much sympathy for a guy who beat his wife to get that chanted back at him. He chose to beat his wife. He deserves to get mocked for it.
by Anonymous on Apr 22, 2008 8:49 AM MDT reply actions
by Murl on Apr 22, 2008 9:55 AM MDT reply actions
Make sure you bring your brooms for Game 4
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