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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
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 Posted - 06/09/2005 : 13:00:09
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Niiiiiiiice!
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Crispy Water
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
819 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2005 : 20:04:32
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At the midway point of the third it's 44-43 Spurs, but I'm still enjoying this game. They're all going hard. The Spurs came out looking like garbage but they've really stepped it up.
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2005 : 20:59:14
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I know now I am definitely for the Pistons, I was knida undecided, not being a big fan of either team or any fucking player on the court
But
Chauncey Billups, as I said in my last post, is a Great fucking player. He really played well. Go Pistons.
They must be underdogs I guess, usually happens to teams I go for
game over, good game, fuckin shitty fuckin result
And by the way Fuck Manu Ginobili =)
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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Crispy Water
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
819 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2005 : 21:01:41
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I'm definitely rooting for the Pistons as well, and was very impressed with Billups tonight. I don't see how you can hate Ginobli so much, though.
Nothing is ever something. |
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Superabounder
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1041 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2005 : 22:49:45
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I think Manu is awesome. I missed all but last 3 minutes of the game, but every time I have seen Manu play, he has worked his ass off.
So how many games do you see this thing going? Any picks?
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2005 : 23:18:16
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I don't want to predict because I don't think the outcome is going to be what I want it to be. (spurs in 6)
I want the Pistons but it will take 7 in all likihood, that's why I am enjoying the series so much.
And as I said, the only player I really give a shit about is Billups.
I don't like Manu, he does play very hard which I wish more players would, but he doesn't play honest defense, he flops all the time and fakes shit. And he just doesn't look right to me on the court, he can't shoot, he can't play defense, all he has is speed and balls. He's not a bad player, but I don't like his game at all. To me, he's the wack wannabe version of Iverson, which is better than the average player. I'm sorry, I don't have a great reason, I jsut can't stand his game. It's like some insane soccer/futbal player has invaded the NBA and is going ballistic like a ferral cat in a crate. I much perfer the grace of a Tiger.
Anyway, Pistons in 5!!!!! =)
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darwin
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
5454 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2005 : 23:50:56
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| Pistons for me too. I don't dislike the Spurs (in fact I like Duncan), but I like the scrapiness of the Pistons. Spurs in 6 sounds right, but it should be a great series. |
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2005 : 23:58:16
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My sister graduated in the same class as Duncan, (this I am a wake fan), I got to see him play a few times in college. He's a great player and it was awesome to see him fulfill his potential in the NBA, but he is terribly boring to watch most of the time.
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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Crispy Water
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
819 Posts |
Posted - 06/10/2005 : 07:20:23
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Yeah, Ginobli's a real flopper. I can't deny that, and I really hate it too. However, in the last couple years he's singlehandedly almost made me enjoy watching the Spurs.
Nothing is ever something. |
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/10/2005 : 09:09:28
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He flops and he takes 3 steps every time he gets the ball. He knows how to take advantage of the refs.
His numbers are actually pretty damn nice. I can definitely see the fan appeal with his great intensity. I should probably take back a few things I said. I don't hate him, he just annoys the shit out of me.
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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Steak n Sabre
* Dog in the Sand *
Uzbekistan
1013 Posts |
Posted - 06/10/2005 : 09:54:21
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I thought the in your face, lane-driving, left-handed throw down followed by the 3-pointer with 2 minutes left was pretty focking impressive. The Pistons better work on their shooting, way too many bricks going up.
The Cult of Frank : It's Easy, You'll Love It.. |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 06/10/2005 : 11:30:56
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Manu is the only thing making this series exciting. It's watchable and solid basketball, but all the excitment, the unpredictability, and "did-you-see-that?" plays will come from Manu.
I am God's brother, his soul mate and team mate/He passes me info-mation/and I reciprocate |
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Crispy Water
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
819 Posts |
Posted - 06/10/2005 : 11:43:40
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Taking three steps every time you get the ball is standard practice in the NBA, no?
Nothing is ever something. |
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Crispy Water
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
819 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 09:10:28
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Finally Detroit shows up. Ben dug out the knife, Billups and Hamilton stuck it in, then they brought out McDyess to twist it just a little. I can't remember the last time I saw Duncan so frustrated, this is a series now!
Nothing is ever something. |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 09:12:38
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It would be really nice to actually be cheering for one of these teams, but at least it's a series now.
I crept from a soft dimension/
Where one of my souls was lighter |
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 09:13:15
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That was a great game, people were jumping off the Pistons bandwagon left and right because they looked so shitty in the first two games. They played great it certainly looked like they could do that every game, that is wasn't just a fluke performance. And they shut Manu down, he looked like a fool out there, I loved it.
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
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Crispy Water
= Cult of Ray =
Canada
819 Posts |
Posted - 06/15/2005 : 11:28:29
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Yeah, I'd never actually read any of his stuff before, but that's pretty good. I'm kind of a Dave Zirin guy, but I might have to start keeping up with Simmons too.
Nothing is ever something. |
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/21/2005 : 20:54:22
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3-3. Fuck yeah.
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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darwin
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
5454 Posts |
Posted - 06/21/2005 : 22:42:55
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Hell yeah LBF. Fun series. I hope Larry Brown is back next year because he puts a great team on the court. I think the Pistons are going to win game 7. Those guys are tough.
And it's good to hear that the NBA will be back again next year. And with Phil Jackson back I'll have even more reason to hate the Lakers and maybe they'll be good enough for anyone to carry about them. |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 06/22/2005 : 06:16:35
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I'm gonna go read "Sacred Hoops" for the fiftieth time.
I still believe in the excellent joy of the Catholics
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 14:20:23
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Every sports writer in the country is picking Spurs. I'd love to see them all be wrong. Somewhere during this series I've become a Pistons fan. Unless Horry is going to be the miracle maker, Pistons got it.
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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darwin
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
5454 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 14:35:00
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| I want to see Big Ben take over the game with some D and Billups tearing it up at the other end. I'm pumped for this game. |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 15:03:18
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Me, too.
I still can't believe the NBA's marketing people were stupid
enough to let Phil make his announcement when he did. Should have
waited.
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 15:04:55
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Me too, I'm pumped. I will be sad when it's over because no more basketball for a few months.
Everyone is talking about Duncan being a choke artist. It's funny that if they win or lose Duncan will get all the credit or blame.
I think it's going to be a battle, I don't expect a blow out.
And I feel special because Billups is getting so much praise, I have to say I called that.
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 15:05:27
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Indeed you did, Andy. Props to you.
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 15:34:52
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Called it?!?!? The dudes the reigning finals MVP!
I crept from a soft dimension/
Where one of my souls was lighter |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 15:37:08
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This is LFB's moment in the sun, speedy. Step into the shade.
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 15:47:39
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"Boy, I am surprized by Billups clutch play. Good call LBF".
I crept from a soft dimension/
Where one of my souls was lighter |
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 15:51:56
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You're just mad because Manu is sucking =)
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 15:58:28
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Ya, pretty much. It's pretty frustrating. He drives, gets fouled, no call. He drives, throws up some crap, no foul, but one is called. This is why defensive teams are boring. All good defense is a borderline foul when you're guarding the star players with the quick moves. So it's all left up to the refs.
I crept from a soft dimension/
Where one of my souls was lighter |
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 16:05:13
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You're right though, I didn't know Billups was MVP last year, I guess I wasn't paying as close attention as I am this year. That's embarrassing. Anyway.
My prediction: Pistons 94 Spurs 89
... It was like the First time I ever tried Cheetos. |
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darwin
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
5454 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 16:12:23
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I'll take:
Piston 87 Spurs 85 |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 16:24:24
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Spurs: 91 Pistons: 89
I crept from a soft dimension/
Where one of my souls was lighter |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 06/23/2005 : 19:12:27
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Pistons 89 - Spurs 83
You heard it here first, people.
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