Going Commando Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 He gets no respect in the paint. Teague was getting calls. That clown. Seriously? Tired of seeing Beal get assaulted with no call, James Harden would've shot 30 FT's last night. Getting respect from officials is earned over time. John used to get zero respect from refs too but now he usually gets the benefit of the doubt. Beal is still too young and hasn't established himself as a star yet. Once he makes a couple of AS games like John did, he'll start getting calls too. The good news is that he is very good at finishing through contact. He can hang in the air forever and he's got a strong upper body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 If the Wizards could come out with the same defensive intensity that they showed last night in the 2nd half, then they'll have a good chance to take game 5. This Hawks team isn't nearly as good as their 60 regular season wins indicate. Someone on RealGM said they have the worst SRS of any 60+ win team in league history. So yeah, they are the weakest 60 win team ever. Even still, there is no real separation between us, them, Cleveland, and Chicago. We're all frauds. With Wall we're legitimately dangerous, but without him, we're in the same boat. So the Hawks very well could win the East. The weakness of the other three EC teams is what is really eating me up about the Wall injury. If he doesn't get hurt, I think we win a short series against both Atlanta and the winner of Cleveland vs Chicago. A spot in the Finals man... I wouldn't even care that much about getting beaten by the West Champion. I would be on cloud nine. The bright side for me is how the team is starting to look like Bad Boys Pistons 2.0 and that we will probably be one of the favorites to win the East next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TradeTheBeal! Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 The Wiz will be bullies in the EC for the next 5-7 years. Gonna be a lotta fun! That said...Wiz in 6! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonArtest15 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Someone on RealGM said they have the worst SRS of any 60+ win team in league history. So yeah, they are the weakest 60 win team ever. Even still, there is no real separation between us, them, Cleveland, and Chicago. We're all frauds. With Wall we're legitimately dangerous, but without him, we're in the same boat. So the Hawks very well could win the East. The weakness of the other three EC teams is what is really eating me up about the Wall injury. If he doesn't get hurt, I think we win a short series against both Atlanta and the winner of Cleveland vs Chicago. A spot in the Finals man... I wouldn't even care that much about getting beaten by the West Champion. I would be on cloud nine. The bright side for me is how the team is starting to look like Bad Boys Pistons 2.0 and that we will probably be one of the favorites to win the East next season. A lot of parity with the remaining playoff teams in the East. Paul Pierce is shaping the identiy of the squad. He's been here less than a year, but he's already one of my top 3 Bullets/Wizards of all-time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TradeTheBeal! Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Hey, y'all. $50 upper deck tix for game 6 Friday night. Very tempting... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 A lot of parity with the remaining playoff teams in the East. Paul Pierce is shaping the identiy of the squad. He's been here less than a year, but he's already one of my top 3 Bullets/Wizards of all-time. I wish we had gotten more of Pierce's career. I think he said he'll be back for next season but then he's going to retire. His game is the kind that lasts forever, I wish he'd keep playing. But shoot, the moment he retires, I'd gauge his interest on becoming an assistant coach. Having him around this team has been nothing but good. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOSKINS_08 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Wall doing a little at practice today. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chachie Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Hey, y'all. $50 upper deck tix for game 6 Friday night. Very tempting... Whaaaa??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Wall doing a little at practice today. That's good news. Got to find a way to extend our season as much as possible to give him a chance to return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Excuses Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Wall doing a little at practice today. I suspect he will be back for Game 6, but most definitely game 7 (if there is one). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAVEONAWARPATH Posted May 12, 2015 Author Share Posted May 12, 2015 (edited) Jorge Castillo @jorgeccastillo · Wizards opened the practice court for media then closed it with Wall still in there. The drama… Jorge Castillo @jorgeccastillo · Wittman said Wall did some dribbling with his left hand and will get the hand examined today or tmrw. The swelling is “minimal.” Jorge Castillo @jorgeccastillo · Wall just walked off the practice floor breathing heavy and sweating. Edited May 12, 2015 by BRAVEONAWARPATH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 How is he going to handle guys swiping at the ball with 5 fractures? Dribbling and using the hand is one thing but you know the hawks are going to hit it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatteredFanSyndrome Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 The Hawks play aggressive like the Seahawks play D in the NFL. Smack and slap doesn't bode well for Johns hand and that's a concern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticksboi05 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Wizards’ Wall dribbles; return for Game 5 remains a possibility "If he does return before the fractures heal, which would take approximately four to six weeks, Wall would probably play with a splint. The decision will ultimately come down to whether he can withstand the pain and is willing to risk having the fractures become displaced, which would require a longer recovery period and possibly surgery." Would be awesome if they were just hairline fractures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor703 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 After what happened to RGIII, I would hope the Wizards wouldn't even risk it. This team has a bright future, we'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TradeTheBeal! Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Just to have Wall out there on defense would huge for us right now. He doesn't have to play his normal 40 minute, hard in the paint style. Wiz in 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor703 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Just to have Wall out there on defense would huge for us right now. He doesn't have to play his normal 40 minute, hard in the paint style. Wiz in 6. I just don't think it's worth the risk. Without a healthy Wall an already remote chance at a title has basically become impossible. There's no need to mess his hand up worse when the future looks so bright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 After what happened to RGIII, I would hope the Wizards wouldn't even risk it. This team has a bright future, we'll be fine. I agree. I'm looking at the long term. If that means we punt the postseason this year then so be it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonkFan8 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 There is really no comparison to RG3, a few small fractures aren't something that will affect Wall long term. That said, I'd be surprised if he came back before either team is on the brink of elimination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosher Ham Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 There is really no comparison to RG3, a few small fractures aren't something that will affect Wall long term. That said, I'd be surprised if he came back before either team is on the brink of elimination. They will if they become full breaks. Should I say they have the potential to ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattFancy Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Really good article by Zach Lowe on the state of the Wiz and chasing Durant: http://grantland.com/the-triangle/the-wizards-playoff-kevin-durant/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichmondRedskin88 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 4 teams playing tonight. We could be sports town USA for one night!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAVEONAWARPATH Posted May 13, 2015 Author Share Posted May 13, 2015 (edited) Jorge Castillo @jorgeccastillo · Wizards shootaround at Georgia Tech again. Unlike last week there’s a curtain up so media can’t peek in from the hallway. David AldridgeVerified account@daldridgetnt Wiz have curtains closed at shootaround. Can't imagine why. Edited May 13, 2015 by BRAVEONAWARPATH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
actualone Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 4 teams playing tonight. We could be sports town USA for one night!! I guess most people don't know that DC United is now in tied for 1st place in points in the Eastern Conference and at the top of MLS power rankings. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrypticVillain Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 I guess most people don't know that DC United is now in tied for 1st place in points in the Eastern Conference and at the top of MLS power rankings. Don't follow MLS like that, but I know DCU has been killing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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