Going Commando Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 1 minute ago, StillUnknown said: I'm not sure they make it past Denver without Durant. Might not make it past Houston. This is a toss up series now. But having homecourt throughout the Western part of the bracket is a significant advantage. Curry is going to have to power through his injuries and take over the scoring load though. I was thinking about Harden's recurring issues in the postseason, and it got me thinking about the fact that Curry has the same issues too. And then that got me thinking about who the real playoff studs are in the league, and the list is very short. It's basically the genetic marvels like LeBron and Giannis who can get all of the way to the rim against any defense no matter what, and the mid range studs like Kawhi and Durant. Do you remember when we had Randy Wittman how the Wizards offense would inexplicably thrive in the postseason despite being an underachieving, inefficient mess during the regular season? They were super comfortable and habituated to scoring in the mid-range, and as a result, they gashed great defenses like those Indy and Chicago squads. Playoff defenses really stifle threes and layups only offenses. Pace of play slows and possessions get squeezed up so transition opportunities are diminished. Back screening becomes less effective as switching becomes more precise and effort to fight through screens picks up tremendously. Effort on close outs also picks up by an order of magnitude. Mid range spots become the easiest real-estate to reach. I think the reason Curry and Harden struggle in the postseason compared to the way they score in the regular season is because they don't have strong mid range games, plus their teams haven't built that into their offenses for them. But back to the original point, if Durant is done, I think Milwaukee and Toronto become the two best teams in the field. I think both of them could beat a GS team sans Durant, as well as anyone else in the Western field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 I still think the Dubs win the West, but without Durant I could see them potentially losing to the Bucks or Raptors. But to me they're still the favorites. Lets not forget how loaded the rest of their roster is and they have championship experience to boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TradeTheBeal! Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Harden had 0 FG attempts from the 8:58 mark until the 0:18 mark. Not a good look for him...or D’Antoni. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 13 hours ago, StillUnknown said: TNT has been absolute **** on verizon fios for both games Was wondering about this (I have Comcast). It was fine in my room, but I went downstairs and Ernie and co were doing postgame. Audio sounded like I was listening to them talk through a concrete wall, and at one moment, the picture phases out and exposes some kind of weird graphic overhang that resembled an alien spaceship. But then they cut to commercial and everything was fine. Weirdest thing I've ever seen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma There Goes That Man Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) It would be a really nice bow on their run if Curry takes them to a title without Durant. But it won’t happen. They might not even beat Houston the next two games without him. Their depth is a problem and its even worse without Durant Edited May 9, 2019 by Momma There Goes That Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillUnknown Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 looks like everyone may have dodged a bullet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaceman Spiff Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 LeBatard's dad on Highly Questionable called Harden "The Great Hardenini" cause he disappeared last night 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abdcskins Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 I predict the 76ers lose tonight. They suck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Just now, abdcskins said: I predict the 76ers lose tonight. They suck. Yeah I don't think a team like that can come back from such an ass whooping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Do Itch Big Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 The things I do for rings. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 2 hours ago, Mr. Sinister said: Yeah I don't think a team like that can come back from such an ass whooping Felt like Game 4 was the backbreaker. They are too banged up, thin, and inexperienced to recover and close this series out IMO. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillUnknown Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Philly showing some heart more importantly, they are playing faster and hitting shots 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Philly fans are booing while their team is up six. Philly, stay philly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Do Itch Big Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 14 hours ago, stevemcqueen1 said: I wonder if the Warriors will be able to change their offense back to what it was pre-Durant on the fly. They became super reliant on his iso scoring ability. Also, if Durant is down for the playoffs, the door fully opens up for Milwaukee and Toronto. Incredible. I'm full on rooting for Milwaukee. They are the team I wish the Wizards were. They can. You saw it at the end of game 5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 (edited) TOR ice cold from 3.. Jimmy Butler doing it all. Wow. Edited May 10, 2019 by CRobi21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterMP Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 They're getting offense out of SImmons without TOs. That's key. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TradeTheBeal! Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Really impressive stuff from Butler. Big payday coming... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 I can get behind philly not wanting to get knocked out at home. Happy we aren't losing Durant as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillUnknown Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Toronto better finish these dudes tonight, that pressure gonna be rough in game 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Gasol’s facial expressions when arguing with the refs are really something. Guy looks like he’s seen a ghost while arguing the ball was out on the 76ers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 12 minutes ago, StillUnknown said: Toronto better finish these dudes tonight, that pressure gonna be rough in game 7 The North isn’t winning tonight. They’re going to have to win a game 7 with Lowry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TradeTheBeal! Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 (edited) Embiid carrying a fairly solid +40 into the 4th quarter. Edited May 10, 2019 by TryTheBeal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillUnknown Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 13 minutes ago, TryTheBeal! said: Embiid carrying a fairly solid +40 into the 4th quarter. that stat ain't everything, but +40 is major Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Great rally from the 6ers. But it's going to be had for them to win in Toronto. I don't think you're going to get another really good performance from Simmons on the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 (edited) Logo Lizard. Announcer mistakes are rarely that good. two upcoming game sevens. Will we get a third? Edited May 10, 2019 by Destino Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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