NBA 2015 Season Talk

[JoeyBoy718]

Hawks over Nets 4-1
Cavs over Celtics 4-0
Bulls over Bucks 4-2
Wizards over Raptors 4-3 (two OT games)

Warriors over Pelicans 4-1
Rockets over Mavs 4-3 (1 OT game)
Spurs over Clippers 4-2
Grizzlies over Blazers 4-1


Hawks over Wizards 4-2
Cavs over Bulls 4-2

Warriors over Grizzlies 4-2
Spurs over Rockets 4-1

Cavs over Hawks 4-2
Spurs over Warriors 4-2

Spurs over Cavs 4-1

2015 NBA Champs - San Antonio Spurs.......and now 3-1 over James in the Finals

Oh yea, I forgot the Spurs beat the Cavs early in James' career.

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

I like teasing @Biggems because I've never met a Spurs fan like him... but speaking honestly, they have a shot to get back and win.... but they need Manu to be Manu one more time.... Age is starting to show. I think his effectiveness, along with how Alpha Kawhi is throughout the playoffs is key. The Clippers will be tougher than the Mavs because they can protect the rim, and they are athletic, and most of all experienced (don't sleep on Doc) But the Spurs has the fundementals edge, along with a more balanced team. No gimmes for anyone this year.... Even the Pelicans/ GS series gonna yield some gems....

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

Oh yea, I forgot the Spurs beat the Cavs early in James' career.

L
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[Biggems]

I like teasing @Biggems because I've never met a Spurs fan like him... but speaking honestly, they have a shot to get back and win.... but they need Manu to be Manu one more time.... Age is starting to show. I think his effectiveness, along with how Alpha Kawhi is throughout the playoffs is key. The Clippers will be tougher than the Mavs because they can protect the rim, and they are athletic, and most of all experienced (don't sleep on Doc) But the Spurs has the fundementals edge, along with a more balanced team. No gimmes for anyone this year.... Even the Pelicans/ GS series gonna yield some gems....

what do you mean you have never met a Spurs fan like me? BTW, I don't get upset or offended with the ribbing, it is part of sports.

I probably come across as cocky or arrogant when talking the Spurs.....and rightfully so, they are awesome. They are the one team I can count on. My Astros are a suckfest, but getting better. My Cowboys are finally turning into contenders after being average or mediocre for several years. The Penguins are a chokefest since winning the Cup. The Longhorns are rebuilding. But, my Spurs just keep on kicking butt and taking names I will enjoy it as long as it lasts.....Duncan is almost gone, so is Manu.

 

[burmafrd]

Hawks over Nets 4-1
Cavs over Celtics 4-0
Bulls over Bucks 4-2
Wizards over Raptors 4-3 (two OT games)

Warriors over Pelicans 4-1
Rockets over Mavs 4-3 (1 OT game)
Spurs over Clippers 4-2
Grizzlies over Blazers 4-1


Hawks over Wizards 4-2
Cavs over Bulls 4-2

Warriors over Grizzlies 4-2
Spurs over Rockets 4-1

Cavs over Hawks 4-2
Spurs over Warriors 4-2

Spurs over Cavs 4-1

2015 NBA Champs - San Antonio Spurs.......and now 3-1 over James in the Finals

always fun to watch homers make monkies of themselves

 

[jterrell]

I like teasing @Biggems because I've never met a Spurs fan like him... but speaking honestly, they have a shot to get back and win.... but they need Manu to be Manu one more time.... Age is starting to show. I think his effectiveness, along with how Alpha Kawhi is throughout the playoffs is key. The Clippers will be tougher than the Mavs because they can protect the rim, and they are athletic, and most of all experienced (don't sleep on Doc) But the Spurs has the fundementals edge, along with a more balanced team. No gimmes for anyone this year.... Even the Pelicans/ GS series gonna yield some gems....

Spurs are easily the most overrated team entering the playoffs.
They played phenomenal down the stretch but are not so talented as to be a favorite.
You have to give them mad respect as the best team over the duration of the last 20 years but this year they aren't the best team and might not be in the best 5. In the West that is a razor thin margin.

Pop is a coaching edge and they have tremendous bball IQ so you never count them out totally but the way the playoffs line up is a real problem for them. On the road against tough West foes.

The Clips are more physical and more athletic. They are bigger and stronger. They can win that series playing bully ball against Spurs players that can be beaten up and worn down: TP, Manu et al.
Splitter is a big factor and he is likely out the first couple games.

I seriously doubt the Spurs get out of round 1.

The Cavs certainly aren't worrying about the 6 seed in the West right now.
They'll use the first couple rounds to learn how to play playoff basketball and sharpen their games.
Then perhaps they'll get one challenge before the Finals.
Cavs would love the Spurs in the Finals. --Kawhi can guard LeBron or Kyrie but he can't guard both and no one else on the Spurs can either.
Shump, Marion, LeBron give them defenders to throw at guys in waves.

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

what do you mean you have never met a Spurs fan like me? BTW, I don't get upset or offended with the ribbing, it is part of sports.

I probably come across as cocky or arrogant when talking the Spurs.....and rightfully so, they are awesome. They are the one team I can count on. My Astros are a suckfest, but getting better. My Cowboys are finally turning into contenders after being average or mediocre for several years. The Penguins are a chokefest since winning the Cup. The Longhorns are rebuilding. But, my Spurs just keep on kicking butt and taking names I will enjoy it as long as it lasts.....Duncan is almost gone, so is Manu.

you're the biggest Spurs fan i've ever met... no offense meant... but I live up east, so I don't many Spurs fans at all....
I know you take it all in stride.

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

Spurs are easily the most overrated team entering the playoffs.
They played phenomenal down the stretch but are not so talented as to be a favorite.
You have to give them mad respect as the best team over the duration of the last 20 years but this year they aren't the best team and might not be in the best 5. In the West that is a razor thin margin.

Pop is a coaching edge and they have tremendous bball IQ so you never count them out totally but the way the playoffs line up is a real problem for them. On the road against tough West foes.

The Clips are more physical and more athletic. They are bigger and stronger. They can win that series playing bully ball against Spurs players that can be beaten up and worn down: TP, Manu et al.
Splitter is a big factor and he is likely out the first couple games.

I seriously doubt the Spurs get out of round 1.

The Cavs certainly aren't worrying about the 6 seed in the West right now.
They'll use the first couple rounds to learn how to play playoff basketball and sharpen their games.
Then perhaps they'll get one challenge before the Finals.
Cavs would love the Spurs in the Finals. --Kawhi can guard LeBron or Kyrie but he can't guard both and no one else on the Spurs can either.
Shump, Marion, LeBron give them defenders to throw at guys in waves.

And this is why we play!!!

one thing is for sure.. the spurs clippers series will not be as good as it should be because there will a lot of half court fouls come early 4 quarter... if not sooner.....

 

[Biggems]

always fun to watch homers make monkies of themselves

you mean monkeys.......................btw, the success of the Spurs during the Duncan era has made it easier for us Spurs homers to pick them to win with great confidence.

 

[Biggems]

Spurs are easily the most overrated team entering the playoffs.
They played phenomenal down the stretch but are not so talented as to be a favorite.
You have to give them mad respect as the best team over the duration of the last 20 years but this year they aren't the best team and might not be in the best 5. In the West that is a razor thin margin.

Pop is a coaching edge and they have tremendous bball IQ so you never count them out totally but the way the playoffs line up is a real problem for them. On the road against tough West foes.

The Clips are more physical and more athletic. They are bigger and stronger. They can win that series playing bully ball against Spurs players that can be beaten up and worn down: TP, Manu et al.
Splitter is a big factor and he is likely out the first couple games.

I seriously doubt the Spurs get out of round 1.

The Cavs certainly aren't worrying about the 6 seed in the West right now.
They'll use the first couple rounds to learn how to play playoff basketball and sharpen their games.
Then perhaps they'll get one challenge before the Finals.
Cavs would love the Spurs in the Finals. --Kawhi can guard LeBron or Kyrie but he can't guard both and no one else on the Spurs can either.
Shump, Marion, LeBron give them defenders to throw at guys in waves.

You worry about the Rockets and keep hoping the Spurs lose in the 1st round, cause when then they make it to the second round, they will put a hurting on the winner of the Rockets/Mavs series.

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

Home teams are 3-1 after the first day of the playoffs. Toronto vs Washington was the highlight of the day imo.

 

[DallasDomination]

Rockets and the Bulls are my favorite teams I want to see win. I wouldn't mind the Clippers or golden state either.

I'm sick and tired of the spurs. They got their payback already. No more please.

 

[coogrfan]

You worry about the Rockets and keep hoping the Spurs lose in the 1st round, cause when then they make it to the second round, they will put a hurting on the winner of the Rockets/Mavs series.

Almost certainly.

 

[Tabascocat]

If the Rockets can't make it, I would like to see GS win a title. When I lived in San Fran, went to a few Wrrior games while they were young and just coming together. I told the wife(who hates Bball) that they will surprise the league in a few years.

They have plans to build a new arena in the Pier 39 area of SF and it looks amazing. They will finally get out of Oakland.

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

What a joke... Spurs starts fouling D. Jordan in the second quarter.....
its not basketball, and its not fun to watch.... NBA has to do something about off the ball fouling outside of the action....
i'm sure that's not the product they want to sell.

Edit: and yes i know it's legal, and a strategy... but its circumvention of the actual rules...
the fans do not pay to see this... so i don't care who tries to defend it... its not basketball.
I will not debate it, I said my peace... This series is a good series, that could be an excellent one...

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

Leonard is a great two way player... clips showing him respect by doubling him every time he catches on the wing...
Aaron Banes RIP in this game tonight... He should sit out this series...
CP3 & Blake are clicking (Barkley was right about how Blake should take advantage of his opponents weaknesses)
J Crawford is bombing em...
Clips looking good... 1 more quarter for the spurs to try and come back.

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

3pointer the equalizer.... Mills & Belinelli with the big shots...
closing the gap.... this is the series to watch.

 

[RonSpringsdaman20]

Spurs have to slow the pace in the next game.
And they're letting Chris Paul move the defense wherever he wants.

 

[jterrell]

If the Rockets can't make it, I would like to see GS win a title. When I lived in San Fran, went to a few Wrrior games while they were young and just coming together. I told the wife(who hates Bball) that they will surprise the league in a few years.

They have plans to build a new arena in the Pier 39 area of SF and it looks amazing. They will finally get out of Oakland.

San Fran is very cool in many, many ways but it has horrid traffic flow. I mean worse than LA.
Moving there will require some infrastructure changes. --likely already under way.
If SF had decent traffic flow (pedestrian and vehicle) it might become my favorite US city.
Well, San Diego probably keeps that spot but that's largely due to weather.
I'd never pay to live in either when Texas has such great land values but man I love visiting those places.

 

[Tabascocat]

San Fran is very cool in many, many ways but it has horrid traffic flow. I mean worse than LA.
Moving there will require some infrastructure changes. --likely already under way.
If SF had decent traffic flow (pedestrian and vehicle) it might become my favorite US city.
Well, San Diego probably keeps that spot but that's largely due to weather.
I'd never pay to live in either when Texas has such great land values but man I love visiting those places.

yea, the traffic is bad and not many back-streets to bypass that. The traffic coming and going over the bridges were terrible.

I lived in LA too and found many shortcuts through there, just stay off the freeways.