Mr. Sinister Posted May 15, 2017 Share Posted May 15, 2017 35 minutes ago, Renegade7 said: How do you determine if it's malicious? Or does it not matter? Since there's no way to judge intent, it won't matter. Stuff like that happens in games all the time. Just depends on how a guy comes down, sometimes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dont Taze Me Bro Posted May 15, 2017 Share Posted May 15, 2017 2 hours ago, TryTheBeal! said: I mean, we all respect Popovich and his basketball acumen but let's not discount @Dont Taze Me Bro and his knowledgeable appraisal of the incident. I didn't say I approve of players getting hurt. I said that I didn't think it was a dirty play and I still don't after seeing the replay a gazillion times, regular speed, slowed down, etc. I think for a play to be dirty there needs to be clear evidence that the player involved did something with intent to harm another player. I just didn't see this on that particular play. He went to defend the shot, turns to the basket after it's released and wasn't even looking where his feet were landing, much less where Leonard was. Yes, it's a foul and it was called a foul. I just don't think there was any intent to hurt Leonard. And if Leonard feels the same way and says the same, then I'll take his word for it. All those guys jump/lunge at each just like this all the time, sometimes collisions or landing slightly under them, or part of your leg or foot being under them, etc. is bound to happen some of the time. Doesn't make it intentional or dirty every time it does happen. Of course Pop is going to rip the guy for being involved in a play that hurt his star, MVP caliber player, every coach would do the same, I would hope. I'm all for player safety, so if they want to change the rules to make it a flagrant 1 or 2, so be it. But right now that minimal contact in those situations is just a foul. I wanted to see a great series too. I hate that he got injured. And it most likely could turn out to be a deciding factor in how this series finishes out, considering that if he wasn't injured, I think the Spurs easily take game 1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted May 15, 2017 Share Posted May 15, 2017 1 hour ago, Renegade7 said: How do you determine if it's malicious? Or does it not matter? I don't think it should matter. I think it should be an automatic ejection. Players would start trying to avoid doing it even if they've never done it on purpose before. That's what needs to happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma There Goes That Man Posted May 15, 2017 Share Posted May 15, 2017 Well you'd see some fantastic closeout efforts with that rule in place... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 1 hour ago, Momma There Goes That Man said: Well you'd see some fantastic closeout efforts with that rule in place... Most guys who play good defense close out hard without stepping under the shooter. Only the dirty players tend to do it. And even if it means the likes of Zaza Pachulia don't close out on perimeter jump shots any more, that's better than having a conference final ruined by a cheap shot. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma There Goes That Man Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Fair enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinInsite Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Pop didn't seem that upset when Bowen was stepping in to shooters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Wizards clawing right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 That is a baaaaaaad man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DM72 Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 (edited) As Teddy would say, ?Turn off the Lights?. Edited May 16, 2017 by DM72 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Boston showing some toughness in these playoffs Wont matter in the next round though #AlwaysNextYear 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 I can live with results of this season. Jus concerned about our top two centers. They been bad all playoffs and we're flat out in the way tonight. Love seeing Wall get that tv respect this year in the playoffs, proud of him 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 12 minutes ago, Renegade7 said: I can live with results of this season. Jus concerned about our top two centers. They been bad all playoffs and we're flat out in the way tonight. Love seeing Wall get that tv respect this year in the playoffs, proud of him With respect comes scrutiny. That 4th quarter will def be talked about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 LeBron needs to posterize Olynyk to death... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 1 minute ago, CRobi21 said: LeBron needs to posterize Olynyk to death... I can't believe it has come to this 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 4 minutes ago, Mr. Sinister said: I can't believe it has come to this **** it. Its officially baseball season now anyway. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinfan2k Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 the cavs will finish this team at worst in 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Just now, CRobi21 said: **** it. Its officially baseball season now anyway. Then I shall carry the hate torch. Down with the King 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveakl Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 6 minutes ago, skinfan2k said: the cavs will finish this team at worst in 5 Golden State? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonez3 Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Let me say this about the Celtics, they have a bench full of top 10 picks and first rounders. It's starting to show. Don't be surprised if they punch Cle in the mouth in game 1. They're not a sexy team with big name talent like SA/GS, but this kids are starting to gel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrypticVillain Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 The enemy of my enemy is a friend of mine... 7 minutes ago, Mr. Sinister said: Then I shall carry the hate torch. Down with the King I may help you in the next round, but right now, he has some business I need him to take care of for me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 7 minutes ago, CrypticVillain said: The enemy of my enemy is a friend of mine... I may help you in the next round, but right now, he has some business I need him to take care of for me. You can't make out the British lapel he's wearing in that pic.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 45 minutes ago, Mr. Sinister said: With respect comes scrutiny. That 4th quarter will def be talked about i hear you, but he also set the record for postseason games with 20 points and 7 assists. He had some beastly performances, like going off to close out Atlanta and that game winner last game. He won't get anywhere with that bench, has to address it like nationals bullpen if we want to get past second round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Do Itch Big Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Hehe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 30 minutes ago, Renegade7 said: i hear you, but he also set the record for postseason games with 20 points and 7 assists. He had some beastly performances, like going off to close out Atlanta and that game winner last game. He won't get anywhere with that bench, has to address it like nationals bullpen if we want to get past second round. All true, but he was on a milk carton to end an elimination game. Thats never a good look. Thats star treatment criticism that he will receive. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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