NBA Playoffs 07

[LOSTyears]

Know its usually Depression's job to make these threads but I couldn't help it. I'm very excited bout this years playoffs and it starts tomorrow :) I think its going to be just as unpredictable as last seasons. Lots of newcomers.

East
(8) Orlando Magic vs. (1) Detroit Pistons
I think the Magic are going to be a badass team down the road but they went downhill after the break this year, Pistons sweep. I'm glad Webb is doing good there.

(7) Washington Wizards vs. (2) Cleveland Cavaliers
Poor Gilbert, he could of made this an interesting series. Cavs Sweep, they would of won anyway though.

(6) New Jersey Nets vs. (3) Toronto Raptors
Nets are not nearly as good as they were last year. Bosh is gonna rip it up, Raptors in 6

(5) Chicago Bulls vs. (4) Miami Heat
If Wade can stay healthy I can see Heat winning in 7, but if he gets knocked out Bulls can take it. Chicago's no joke, they have 5 shooters, they don't have to drive to Shaq to win.

West
(8) Golden State Warriors vs. (1) Dallas Mavericks
GS have the Kings to thank for this ^_^ I think they can get 1, their not a pushover but I see Mavs taking it in 5.

(7) Los Angeles Lakers vs. (2) Phoenix Suns
Lakers have actually digressed since last season(Kobe exception), they are bad. Honestly I think the Warriors can take them. LA needs to look for something in the off, Smush and Kwame straight suck. When Kobe can put up 60 and still lose theirs something really ****ed up there. Suns sweep.

(6) Denver Nuggets vs. (3) San Antonio Spurs
I'm pulling for Denver in 7, can't stand the Spurs. AI and the Punk are finally becomming the big hoohah that everyone thought they would be.

(5) Houston Rockets vs. (4) Utah Jazz
Rockets in 5, Houston is the dark horse. Yao's having a career year even after coming back. Him & Mcrady are reaching their potential.


Finals Pick :Suns Vs Cavs ;)
Think its the Suns year & yes we will bare witness to the global icon taking his team to the Finals single handedly.

[Westlo]

Suns aren't getting past Spurs/Mavs in 7.

Pistons in 4
Cavs in 4
Raps in 6
Heat in 6

Mavs in 6
Suns in 4
Spurs in 6
Rockets in 7

[Hisoka]

I'll take your layout and fill in my blanks.


East
(8) Orlando Magic vs. (1) Detroit Pistons
Far too early for the Magic but think they can get one win at home. Detroit in 5 games. I'm also very happy for Webber. He's been one of my favorite players ever since he entered the league and I'm a big fan of Billups and Hamilton.

(7) Washington Wizards vs. (2) Cleveland Cavaliers
It's a damn shame this series is going to be as exciting as watching paint dry... I really would have liked to see a rematch from last year especially because of how things ended. Oh well. Cavs sweep.

(6) New Jersey Nets vs. (3) Toronto Raptors
I'm thrilled both of these teams are playing one another. I might be pretty good but it's more because I don't like either team. Uh... Nets win with experience in 7.

(5) Chicago Bulls vs. (4) Miami Heat
This one is going the distance. The Bulls always play well against the champs but I have to give the edge to Miami. There is no way they lose in the first round. Their record hasn't been that great since the return of Wade but that's to be expected. Heat in 7.

West
(8) Golden State Warriors vs. (1) Dallas Mavericks
This is a very interesting series because of the storyline going in with the coach and the Warriors apparently having the Mavs number. But the playoffs are a completely different beast. Warriors might be able to sneak in a win. Mavs in 5 but stranger things have happend.

(7) Los Angeles Lakers vs. (2) Phoenix Suns
Luke and Lamar need to play well. Kobe will be Kobe but he needs these two guys to step it up big. I'd love for this series to be half as good as it way last year. It's just tough with the Lakers blowing at the end of the season and Amare being back. *thinks* Suns in 5.

(6) Denver Nuggets vs. (3) San Antonio Spurs
COME ON DENVER! The Nuggest have a hard time winning if they don't score atleast 100 points and the Spurs aren't the easiest team to do that against... But out of the elite 3 in the west the Spurs have the hardest first round. Spurs will win in 6.

(5) Houston Rockets vs. (4) Utah Jazz
*Thinks back to 1994* Lets go Utah! Will Tmac finally get out of the first round? The Jazz didn't end the season on a good note. *blames sir Charles* but this is probably the most even first round series. I think Houston will win but it's going to be a dog fight.


Finals Pick : ??? I really have no clue.

Edit - I don't even want to know what Mark Cuban will do if the Mavs don't win this year. I heard he pretty much didn't leave his house much for a month after the finals last season. He didn't return phone calls and was considering selling the team... He might have a nervous breakdown. With that being said I wish the Knicks had an owner like him instead of a jackass who only cares about making money.

[SDAnimeFan]

The Pistons are going to sweep the first round.

[Depression]

East
(8) Orlando Magic vs. (1) Detroit Pistons
Detroit. Not even going to explain myself.

(7) Washington Wizards vs. (2) Cleveland Cavaliers
Not just Gilbert, Caron was the only forward averaging 20 points and 8 reb in the East I think? Something like that, he was playing at an extremely high level. Cleveland should be able to take it on cruise control and be rested up for the 2nd round.

(6) New Jersey Nets vs. (3) Toronto Raptors
I actually like the Nets here. Kidd, RJ, Carter all have the post season experience. Raptors are going to go through some growing pains. Mikki Moore has stepped it up. And how could we not mention the biggest issue of this series, Air Canada (Carter) himself facing off his former team in which he left on such a bad note. Carter is coming in HOT. Averaging about 30 ppg, 7 reb 7 ast 2 treys in the month of april.

(5) Chicago Bulls vs. (4) Miami Heat
The Heat should worry about Wade getting healthy before staying healthy. Not only is his shoulder still nowhere near what it needs to be for him to take it to the rim and draw fouls, he is also going through knee tendinitis at the moment. Bulls can take it, but the Heat have been stepping up even in Wade's absence. I expected them to fall out of the race but Shaq has been huge.

West
(8) Golden State Warriors vs. (1) Dallas Mavericks
Dallas hasn't won a game against GS all season. I don't expect GS to win the series but I think we'll goto 6 at least. Think of it as LA/PHX last season. Nobody expected anything from LA but they gave the Suns fits.

(7) Los Angeles Lakers vs. (2) Phoenix Suns
Plagued by injuries all season long they haven't been able to get any type of rythem going. Kobe is gonna have to put up 50 a night to win this series. Crazy thing is, that isn't a reach for him. Suns should take it.

(6) Denver Nuggets vs. (3) San Antonio Spurs
While they're in the 6th seed, I think Denver could be a top 3 seed. We have yet to really know where this team stands as Melo/AI have just begun gelling together and their team has been on a roll. No less than a 4 seed if they got a full season together playing with their newfound chemistry. AI/Melo will do their thing, but I think this team depends on how well Nene and Camby play.

(5) Houston Rockets vs. (4) Utah Jazz
This is a first for Houston. A healthy Tmac and the "new" Yao in the playoffs. Last year in the 2nd half Yao had become what his critics had wanted, aggressive. He was averaging 30-10+ for a while there. And this year, Tmac has been for the most part healthy, and carrying the team while Yao was out. Down low presence + all court player and you have a darkhorse that could go all the way.

[Westlo]

I really don't see the Lakers even coming close to doing what they did last year, Amare makes a massive difference.

Wallace can't guard Shaq and the bulls are to reliant on jump shooting, they have the pieces they need to make a move in the offseason and get someone who can score inside.

[Woooh]

Lakers are going to get swept... It's going to be Raptors vs. Suns. Mavericks always choke in the playoffs, the Spurs aren't nearly as good as the Suns with Amare, and the Pistons/Heat have no chance against Toronto. (I just like Chris Bosh)

[Illusions-chan]

Eastern

-Pistons will sweep Orlando.

-Cavaliers will take Washington, though I'm not too sure of a sweep. I mean, it'll pretty much be Gilbert Arenas trying to keep his team in..

-Raptor and Nets is one I really want to see. I'm thinking Raptors, but who knows?

-Chicago and Miami are also on the edge. It could be either, but only if the Heat stay healthy.

Western

-Dallas will sweep Golden State

-Phoenix will take the Lakers, though Kobe might get us to a game 6 at the most.

-Spurs and Nuggets will be a toss up. The Nuggets, my prefernece, are finally coming in to their "own", but the Spurs have time and "experience" on their side. Persoanlly, I want the Nuggets to take it.

-Houston will beat Utah. This will probably the longest series and the hardest on the teams.

[MikeJones123]

Warriors!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Depression]

-Cavaliers will take Washington, though I'm not too sure of a sweep. I mean, it'll pretty much be Gilbert Arenas trying to keep his team in..


Gilbert's out for the season! ;)

[Evil_Koala]

Mavericks will kick everyone's *****.

[Westlo]

Mavericks will choke yet again.

[Illusions-chan]

Gilbert's out for the season! ;)

Seriously? How did I miss that?

Oh well, guess Washington is screwed then.

[Evil_Koala]

Mavericks will choke yet again.

Dirk gon pee in yo butt

[LOSTyears]

^LOL your a trip.

but I think this team depends on how well Nene and Camby play.Bingo! Camby putting it on Duncan today, that was key though Nene had to leave. Spurs were making ALOT of mistakes though, they were playing makeup through most of it.

Uh oh Warriors up in the first, this looks like its gonna be good.


DAMN! Mavs got straight man handled, I know their embarassed. How many 3's did GS make in the 4th alone. Cuban looked like he was about to have a stroke.

[Depression]

http://www.gothamist.com/attachments/jen/2006_07_warriors1.jpg

[Gannon]

LOL @ anyone who said the Warriors were going to get swept.

[LOSTyears]

http://www.gothamist.com/attachments/jen/2006_07_warriors1.jpgWaaaarrrrrriiiorsss , come out to pla-ay! ^_^
NICE.

[Depression]

That game imo was a huge statement.

People knew they swept the regular season matchups but everybody thought the "playoffs" would be different. What the Warriors did tonight, may be in the back of the Mavs minds the rest of the series. That the Warriors DO have their number regular season or not.

[LOSTyears]

Thats the beast Nellie created, he knows that team probably better than the one he has now. Thats the thing about his coaching, he puts each player(piece) no matter the strength into favorable positions to win, thats exactly how they got that 8th spot.
My eyes are gonna be glued to this series and the Nuggets.

[Gannon]

That game imo was a huge statement.

People knew they swept the regular season matchups but everybody thought the "playoffs" would be different. What the Warriors did tonight, may be in the back of the Mavs minds the rest of the series. That the Warriors DO have their number regular season or not.

The Warriors just have too many weapons. To not consider them a factor is foolish. They only lost 4 times since they've had a healthy roster. If the Mavs are going to win this, they're going to have to earn it. No two ways about it.

Thats the beast Nellie created, he knows that team probably better than the one he has now. Thats the thing about his coaching, he puts each player(piece) no matter the strength into favorable positions to win, thats exactly how they got that 8th spot.
My eyes are gonna be glued to this series and the Nuggets.

They got into the 8th spot because they had a healthy roster down the stretch. Before Jason and Baron got injured, they were already in playoff contention. There's no doubt in my mind that they would have at least locked the seventh seed if not for injury.

But yeah, this series and Denver definitely have my attention.

[Woooh]

Warriors will probably win this series. Mavs ALWAYS choke in the playoffs. As for the Nuggets...I don't think they will win any more, my gut feeling says so.

[Westlo]

Haven't watched the game yet but how did Dirk play? Did he resort to jumpshotting like a ***** like in last years finals instead of going to the hole?

[Depression]

Yes, not enough postplay.

[Geis]

haha I can't stand the mavs. Hope the warriors sweep them.

[Hisoka]

A great day of basketball. I was actually rooting for the Warriors tonight just to keep things interesting. Davis was a beast and they all played their hearts out. Stealing a game on the road against the Mavs is HUGE. Cuban looked like he was at a funeral towards the end. :lol:

The Suns/Lakers game went pretty much as I expected. Kobe was crazy in the first half. The shot he made on the curl 3 pointer over two defenders to end the 2nd was awesome. But like normal these days he gassed on a bit towards the end of the game. If the Lakers want to make anything out of this series everyone needs to be involved. Oh and Barbosa... my god, can anyone keep this guy in front of them? He lives up to his nick name.

Denver getting the first game was enjoyable. Spurs are going to make big time adjustments and this series is going to be good times.

Cavs/Wizards was so boring. The Cavs were just going through the motions when they should have went out for the kill. The Wizards players still have confidence this way... I doubt they get a win but this is not the way the Cavs should play especially at home.

Overall there was some nice drama tonight. Keep it up! Most of the games have been fun so far.

[Evil_Koala]

That was a load of bull ****. How the **** did the Nuggets beat the Spurs? And the Wartiors the Mavs? Bull ****. Why were the mavs sucking so bad though. It was like they weren't even trying in the 3rd and 4th quarter...****in eh. Blow me Mavs haters.

[Westlo]

You must have jumped on the Mavs bandwagon this year if you have no idea how GS could beat them.

[Evil_Koala]

You must have jumped on the Mavs bandwagon this year if you have no idea how GS could beat them.

Last season. Besides, I live near Dallas. I reserve the right to like the Mavs. Didn't I say what I think happened? Yes. I cannot be angry with you though...For I agree with your title...

[Jabberwock]

First of all, the Mavs/Warriors game: Surprising? No way! A little unexpected? Definitely. I'm glad the Mavs have to work for the W, but I still think they're going to get past this hump and move on. Yeah, there's a lot of weapons on the Warriors, but I just don't feel like their performance was indicative for the rest of their games. I really didn't expect them to lose like that, but I can't say they didn't have it coming with such shoddy performance last night.

The Suns/Lakers game was basically scripted. Turned it off at the end of the 3rd thinking, "Lakers aren't going to make it out alive again."

My biggest regret was missing that Denver game, though. :( I remember checking the highlights and actually doing a double take on the score.

[Evil_Koala]

I ****ing hate the Lakers

[Ariel Tsuki]

I ****ing hate the Lakers

Who doesn't? It also go to tell you that it's kinda bad when essentially two men make the team. And it fell apart when Shaq left.


Well, I'm going to be honest and say I haven't been watching basketball this season, but I'll be cheering on the Nets (the closest team that New Yorkers can cheer on although they're from Jersey) and the Pistons.

I'm just glad the Knicks failed to get into the playoffs. I'm really hoping that they kick Isaiah out as head coach (although I doubt. LOL Madison Square Garden politics). The Knicks are really in need of a clean sweep through the players up.

[Jabberwock]

:lol:

Welcome to the party. Lakers are surprisingly easy to hate.

Tonight's games are going to be no fun, either.

I'm just glad the Knicks failed to get into the playoffs. I'm really hoping that they kick Isaiah out as head coach (although I doubt. LOL Madison Square Garden politics). The Knicks are really in need of a clean sweep through the players up.

You said it! Whew... I haven't seen a decent Knicks roster for a decade now. Unfortunate that the Nets still can't compete with the West teams, though. It must be the air over here or something.

[JaidaDv]

Isiah just got a contract extension in march :(

[Geis]

I wonder how the Jazz are gonna do in Game 2 against the Rockets.
Probably gonna suck like last time. My home team always lets me down.

[Depression]

That Jazz team really has no playoff experience. AK47 being a non factor doesn't help.

I don't know why everybody hates the Lakers. Probably my favorite team int he West. Is it because they've won so many championships? If Bynum keeps developing he could be their next great center. The kid is only 19 afterall.

[Woooh]

I don't know why everybody hates the Lakers. Probably my favorite team int he West. Is it because they've won so many championships? If Bynum keeps developing he could be their next great center. The kid is only 19 afterall.

Lakers are my favorite team in the NBA. However, I really don't like Bynum, I would take Kwame over him any day...not because of skill, I just don't like Bynum for some reason.

[JaidaDv]

Bynum needs to try harder in my opinion. For a 7 foot tall person no one is scared of him at all. He could really make the difference in this suns series if he gave it everything he has.

[LOSTyears]

I'm not a Lakers fan nor do I hate them but I am a Kobe fan. Its been real painful to watch him struggle with this team, even though his numbers deserve MVP. People were complaining in this 1st game(throughout the season) about him not passing enough and gasing out, uhhh if he doesn't they can't win(if it all) and they get blown out, theres only so much relief Lamar & Walton can muster. They need something big in the off season.
My biggest regret was missing that Denver game, though. :( I remember checking the highlights and actually doing a double take on the score.Don't miss another, Nuggets were keeping that pace through most of the game. Mello(31) and AI(30) scored almost indentically, two dudes who can score 25+ instantly like that every game. Duncan's gotta free himself up more or their toast. IMO the Spurs are going to have it alot tougher.
Another reason I want Denver to win is so I can see them against Houston, another team who has two guys who can score 25+.

[Jabberwock]

I don't know why everybody hates the Lakers. Probably my favorite team int he West. Is it because they've won so many championships? If Bynum keeps developing he could be their next great center. The kid is only 19 afterall.
That's about right. It's a lot like how everyone hates my Yankees... though the way they've been playing, I kinda hate them, too, right now. Also, that they're a West coast team and have Kobe doesn't help, either. :P

Don't miss another, Nuggets were keeping that pace through most of the game. Mello(31) and AI(30) scored almost indentically, two dudes who can score 25+ instantly like that every game. Duncan's gotta free himself up more or their toast. IMO the Spurs are going to have it alot tougher.
Another reason I want Denver to win is so I can see them against Houston, another team who has two guys who can score 25+.
Won't see me missing another one until the series is done. I mean, we're obviously going to see star performances from Mello and Iverson, but I really didn't expect them to be able to contain the Spurs as well as they had.

[Westlo]

Lakers need to pull the trigger on Bynum and trade him + Odom for Garnett.

[LOSTyears]

^Thats not a bad idea, although I think they should keep Lamar he's the only one with some value. Can't get **** with Smush or Kwame.

The Rockets game today was not that bad. T-Mac was making some insane fade aways, that alley to Yao :thumbsup: good stuff.

[Woooh]

Lakers need to pull the trigger on Bynum and trade him + Odom for Garnett.

I disagree, Odom is the key to the Lakers ball handling and Garnett wasn't really the same this year...not nearly as good as he was in past years.

[Westlo]

I agree that Garnett lacked a certain spark but playing with Kobe would surely reignite it. Lakers need to make a move, by the time Bynum comes into his own (and it's a big ? mark if he does too) kobe will not be playing at the same level he is now.

Get Garnett or Gasol or whoever but he needs help, and I'll like to see Garnett get a ring.

[Illusions-chan]

Sheesh! So much happened! Damn, I hate getting sick. I missed all the games. :(

As for the Warriors win, I am surprised but in a good way. At least now the Mavs will have to work. Sorry Dallas fans, but I'd rather see the Warriors take it.

I'm not a Lakers fan, nor a Kobe fan, and I absolutely love Phoenix. So I was happy with the first win. Go Barbosa!

As for the others, I'm just watching to see how it runs.

[Haruhi]

Mavs/GSW game 1 was a DISGRACE. Neither teams played well AT ALL.

Hopefully this will make the Mavs realize that just because somebody is number 8 seed, doesn't mean crap. I expect it to be over by game 5 or 6, with Mavs on top.

and I hope to God that the Lakers take out the Suns. I HATE the Suns.

[Woooh]

I agree that Garnett lacked a certain spark but playing with Kobe would surely reignite it. Lakers need to make a move, by the time Bynum comes into his own (and it's a big ? mark if he does too) kobe will not be playing at the same level he is now.

Get Garnett or Gasol or whoever but he needs help, and I'll like to see Garnett get a ring.

Gasol I could see...especially if we were able to keep Odom in the deal. As for Kobe playing at a high level, yes he is, and no he isn't. I seem to remember a time about the same time last year where he was playing at an impressive level. Averaging nearly a triple double against the Suns and playing as a team player instead of a one man show. Yes, the Lakers need Kobe to score 30 a game, what they need him to stop doing is stop taking the triple clutch, falling down, over 6 people (yes, i realize this is impossible) 3 pointers early in the shot clock. His average is impressive, what isn't, is his shot selection.

[SkylineGTR]

Bulls kicked the Heat's ***. Go Bulls!

[JaidaDv]

I can already tell the Lakers are gonna lose this game on now

[LOSTyears]

Heat got whooped like red headed stepchild. This Bulls team reminds me of the old Kings, beautiful passing and relentless shooting. The champs against the ropes.

[Animexcel]

The Bulls are well aware about their position now, game 3 is gonna be interesting coming Friday. We'll see if the Bulls keep their poise in Miami.

[JaidaDv]

Looks like Golden State might win again the way their playing :O

[Haruhi]

Looks like Golden State might win again the way their playing :O

Fu fu fu. Golden State got raped.

[LOSTyears]

They could of really used Baron in the 4th, make some type of rally. Oh well, games coming to the Bay.

[Haruhi]

They could of really used Baron in the 4th, make some type of rally. Oh well, games coming to the Bay.

I couldn't hear the game very well since I watched it at a bar.... but why were all those GSW players ejected? I know some of them had at least 1 foul left.

[LOSTyears]

I couldn't hear the game very well since I watched it at a bar.... but why were all those GSW players ejected? I know some of them had at least 1 foul left.Baron already had a technical, but after that mid air collision guy just lost his cool. Refs have been no BS this whole year.
Stephen Jackson, just being Stephen Jackson ^_^

[Gannon]

Fu fu fu. Golden State got raped.

Ha. Things are definitely getting interesting.

I couldn't hear the game very well since I watched it at a bar.... but why were all those GSW players ejected? I know some of them had at least 1 foul left.

Baron got his first technical foul along with a Dallas player (name escapes me right now) when they both got into a slight confrontation. The second came from his reaction over a debatable defensive foul call late in the third. Which, to me, was nothing short of hilarious.

Steven Jackson was called for his first technical during the Baron Davis/Dallas player confrontation, a call that I strongly disagree with. As for his second, well, I suppose he spoke to the refs too many times for their liking.

Baron already had a technical, but after that mid air collision guy just lost his cool. Refs have been no BS this whole year.
Stephen Jackson, just being Stephen Jackson ^_^

You couldn't give me a viable reason why Steven Jackson was called for his first technical. He didn't do anything that was even remotely deserving of a technical foul. As for his second, that's debatable. If nothing else, he should have gotten only one technical and been allowed to play the entire game.

[JaidaDv]

Fu fu fu. Golden State got raped.

:( I thought they might win it but nope.

[Depression]

Jackson was if anything BREAKING UP the confrontation on his first T.

Mavs deserved the win but I can't deny the fact that there were a handful of calls being swung int he Mavs favor.

[LOSTyears]

As for his second, that's debatable. If nothing else, he should have gotten only one technical and been allowed to play the entire game.I thought the last ones they got could of been avoided. The officiating was poor throughout that whole game anyway. Just might of cost them the game, who knows. Baron getting tossed for clapping and shaking his head, ridculous.

[Evil_Koala]

WASSUP DALLAS WASSUP?!

Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah!!!

[JaidaDv]

WOOT lakers won im happy :D

[Woooh]

WOOT lakers won im happy :D

Sigh...I missed the one game they will win. Wasn't paying attention to the schedule.

[SDAnimeFan]

Yes the Pistons need one more win for the sweep.^_^

[Haruhi]

I'm always so amazed at how Kobe plays. No matter how much I watch him, the guy just continues to amaze me.

But Dallas will still win in the end, though.

[JaidaDv]

I'm always so amazed at how Kobe plays. No matter how much I watch him, the guy just continues to amaze me.

But Dallas will still win in the end, though.

Even if you hate the lakers the games are worth watching just to see Kobe play.

and Dallas is going down

[Geis]

Yes the Pistons need one more win for the sweep.^_^

Yes! Another Piston Fan. Woot.
And Yes! The Jazz won game 3. XD

[Haruhi]

Even if you hate the lakers the games are worth watching just to see Kobe play.

and Dallas is going down

Dallas is taking the Lakers downtown. To Chinatown.

K, I'll stop now because I suck at talking trash.

[Geis]

Even if you hate the lakers the games are worth watching just to see Kobe play.

and Dallas is going down

Dallas may have trouble with Golden State cuz they are really fast.
But if Dallas play the Lakers, the Lakers don't have a chance.
Even though I hate Dallas. bleh. xp

[Depression]

Synch is off, but I thought this was a great playoff into by TNT and Jeremy Piven.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDUvcpDMVDE

FYI, Pussycat Dolls don't put me in the mood for basketball ABC.

[SkylineGTR]

Well the Bulls came back and dominated the 4th quarter.
*pulls out his broom* :lol:

[LOSTyears]

That had to sting, the Diesel was really puttin it on Ben too.
Put a bow on that one.

Uh oh Mavs gettin whomped at the half.

Synch is off, but I thought this was a great playoff into by TNT and Jeremy Piven.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDUvcpDMVDE

FYI, Pussycat Dolls don't put me in the mood for basketball ABC.I like that one, just as good as when Dennis Leary does it for the NFL. Of course Pink never really got me in the mood for MNF.

[Depression]

BLOWOUT. Warriors have so much young talent its ridiculous.

[JaidaDv]

Fu fu fu. Golden State got raped.

lol owned! :P

[Evil_Koala]

Ima pee on somebody's butt tomorrow if Mavs lose...

[Gannon]

Fu fu fu. Dallas got raped.

Fixed it for ya babes... ;)

[JaidaDv]

Thanks Lol :)

[Evil_Koala]

Warriors are on my hit list now. **** y'all.

[JaidaDv]

Warriors are on my hit list now. **** y'all.

fufufu mavs got raped!

[JaidaDv]

um dude it was a joke

[Evil_Koala]

We don't take kindly to joke round these parts, fella...

[Haruhi]

Maa maa.

It just makes for a better series. Hoping for a win against the Warriors on THEIR turf, right after we beat them in OURS is asking for a bit too much.

Besides, how much sweeter would it be for a game 6-7 victory over the Warriors? Heh.

[Westlo]

If Mavs lose this series after being 2-0 up against the heat last year they will never get over the choker tag.

[Woooh]

Go Chicago (buh-bye Miami). Go Warriors. Go Lakers. Go Raptors.

[SkylineGTR]

No more Heat, and a nice Bulls-Pistons match up. If the Wizards get swept, which they probably will, the Atlantic division will have gone 0-12 in the playoffs this year. :lol:

[kt-san]

If the Lakers aren't careful, The Suns are going to take it. I can't believe the lost in LA. Well yeah I can cause Steve Nash was awesome and was going for the record in assists

[LOSTyears]

Damn! Nets straight whooped that @ss. Who'd thought Vinces chip was this big. Depression was right bout the expierence factor but god damn, can't blame me for choosing youth over expierence though I mean Bosh has been a stud all season. Toronto and Orlando are going to be awesome given some time.

Its kinda strange seeing all these Wade commercials and he's not even in the mix anymore ^_^ Wouldn't that be a trip if both Finals participants get booted out of the first round.

[JaidaDv]

LA is done kobe wont be able to win another championship unless they get another star or his teammates show some effort

[JaidaDv]

Wooooo Gs Up 3-1 :D

[Gannon]

Warriors/Dallas gets my vote for best first round series.

[JaidaDv]

ya this series is what the nba playoffs are all about

[LOSTyears]

Believe!
This'll probably finish on Thursday, but who knows they could pull it off in Dallas.

[Fobb]

F*ck 0utta Here Dallas!!!

[Haruhi]

Mavs will win in a glorious game 7.

[JaidaDv]

Mavs will win in a glorious game 7.

They are done for :P

[Woooh]

I forget, has an 8th seed ever beat a 1 seed?

[kenshinbebop]

LAKERS GONE! LAKERS GONE!(I'm a bit late, but) LAKERS GONE! :D :D :D

[LOSTyears]

I forget, has an 8th seed ever beat a 1 seed?Only twice, in the 90's.
Knicks got to the Finals back in 99.
Warriors have it tough, especially with the Suns, Spurs or Nuggets still waiting.

[JaidaDv]

Its never happened in a best of 7 series I believe

[Fobb]

I'm gonna pee on yo butt, Fobb. :(

My butt is rubber, and you're glue.

[Westlo]

Its never happened in a best of 7 series I believe

Correct

Looking back on that GS and pacers trade.... indiana got raped.

[LOSTyears]

Correct

Looking back on that GS and pacers trade.... indiana got raped.Wow, so that'll be a first.

This is the second year pacers have been raped, giving up Ron for Peja(who they gave up anyway) last year and Jackson this time. Their taking mad steps backwards.

Unless the Nuggets can pull off a miracle in San Antonio stick a fork in it. Damn you Horry, ****ing one-hit wonder.

[Haruhi]

It's entirely possible for the Mavs to win it at game 7. Many teams have won from a two game deficit to win the series, 4 games in a row.

[Depression]

Although I think the Warriors are going to win, have we already forgotten last year's playoffs?

The superior Suns were down 3-1 against the Lakers and came out on top.

[Fobb]

Suns AND Goldenstate are on top...this is gonna be awesome.

The GS fans want it so bad, you have no idea.

[Geis]

I want da Mavs Out. >.< Go Golden State! :o
Dammit Rockets won game 5. >.<
The Jazz are gonna tie the series again here in SLC.
Then take out da Rockets. XD

[LOSTyears]

So close yet so far ^_^
I'm amazed that GS came from behind they way they did. Dirk actually showed some heart. Thats gonna be a monster game in the Bay.

[OrangeArrows]

Golden State missed a ton of hittable shots down the stretch, they really should have won this game. Oh well, I'm sure they'll be able to close out the Mavs at Oracle Arena. The Warriors have certainly proven that they can hang with Dallas.

[Evil_Koala]

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH WASSUP DALLAS?! WASSUP DALLAS?!?!?! OH WHAT WAS THAT? VICTORY BELLS A RINGIN? YES, I RECKON THAT'S WHAT IT IS! HOOAH! HOOOOOOOOAH!

*does kirby dance* <(^^<) (>^^)> ^(^^)V

[Geis]

Aw man Dallas won. Damn. >_<
peesha! :o Golden State will still take out da Mavs. XD

[Evil_Koala]

Aw man Dallas won. Damn. >_<
peesha! :o Golden State will still take out da Mavs. XD

We skeet on y'all. Skee skee.

We gon skeet on y'all again. AND AGAIN. Ya get skeeted on!

[JaidaDv]

We skeet on y'all. Skee skee.

We gon skeet on y'all again. AND AGAIN. Ya get skeeted on!

GOODBYE!!

woooo GS future 2007 NBA champions!

[LOSTyears]

Thats history baby :thumbsup: No pressure.
Cross my fingers and hope Rockets get to matchup with them.

Seriously Koala write your boy Dirk and motivate him, tell him something. This guy is a great player but he bails when his team needs him the most.

[JaidaDv]

LOLZ dirk 2/13 what is that from the supposed mvp

[Gannon]

All the people that said Warriors didn't stand a chance are looking really stupid right about now.

[Fobb]

None of them are gonna answer

If they do, what do your sorry selves have to say about it?

[OrangeArrows]

Yeah! The Warriors are through to the next round and what an emphatic win that was. Well, who cares about the naysayers now anyway? Houston will probably win given that the home team has won every game in that series.

[Westlo]

Looks like Wade was right about Dirk.

[Smith]

It's so nice to see Golden State win a series, and espeically aganist Dallas.
I used to live in the Bay Area and went to a few Warriors games, this has been a long time coming for Warriors fans. I get the feeling the Warriors will take the West, no matter who's in front of em'.

Baron Davis FTW.

[JaidaDv]

It's so nice to see Golden State win a series, and espeically aganist Dallas.
I used to live in the Bay Area and went to a few Warriors games, this has been a long time coming for Warriors fans. I get the feeling the Warriors will take the West, no matter who's in front of em'.

Baron Davis FTW.

woot! Baron Davis is amazing

[LOSTyears]

I used to live in the Bay Area and went to a few Warriors games, this has been a long time coming for Warriors fans. I get the feeling the Warriors will take the West, no matter who's in front of em'.Warrior nation is growing.
Especially with Kings fans bumming a ride on the bandwagon -_-; but its like all of Norcal now has someone to root for.
Nelly's got them believing they can take anyone. They might be taking a Texas three step in this playoff.

[JaidaDv]

Baron Davis is a nappy-headed ho. He's all LOOK AT DIS JEW BEARD Y'ALL! *covers eyes* *through the legs three pointer* LOLOLOLOLOLOLROLFJEWROFLCOPTEROFLFAG

LOLZ BARON DAVIS's beard owns you.

[OrangeArrows]

Chill out man, there's no need to get so worked up. Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose, that's life. Dang, the Raptors lost tonight. I was hoping to see another game at the ACC but oh well they had a pretty remarkable season.

[LOSTyears]

^Hey thats just Koala being Koala ^_^

Yeah the Raptors came real close(almost identical score to game 5), it would of been interesting to see it go 7. Bosh and company will make it again. Thought it was an overall good series, a little overlooked with so many other good matchups around it.

[Evil_Koala]

Damn, now I guess I gotta root for the Spurs...then the Suns...and then everyone else...and then last and definitely least the warriors.

[Smith]

I'm reading on another forum(Justbball.com) that the Warriors may just pull off a Texas-three step in the playoffs. That'd be a real "Whoa, Nellie" feat, eh?

[Fobb]

LOL@ E_K!!! Too bad he's not gonna be home for a while, or else I would have told him how funny you are!

So I'm guessing they'll be playing Spurs?

[Evil_Koala]

They're playing the Spurs...? ***************************...SON OF A *****! Warriors, if you defeat my precious Spurs (Which you won't) I will have to like...Nuke Golden State Stadium or something...

[Westlo]

wtf.. it's

Spurs Vs Suns (spurs in 5!)
Pistons Vs Bulls (pistons in 6)
cavs vs nets (nets in 6 unless lebron plays unbelievable the entire series)
warriros vs rockets/jazz

[Danju]

I hope the Spurs score a touchdown.

[LOSTyears]

Spurs Vs Suns- I'm gonna stay true to my Suns pick in the beginning, think it'll go the full 7.

Pistons Vs Bulls- I agree with Van, Pistons in 6. Could go 7 though, Bulls will bring a hell of a fight.

cavs vs nets- Stay true to this pick as well, Cavs in 7.

warriros vs rockets/jazz-The Warriors matchup well against either of them. Have to wait for their game to finish. Houston is favored, but its not as much of a given as I thought it would be from the start.

[Evil_Koala]

Spurs vs Suns? GOD! WHY DO YOU HATE ME SO?!?!?!?! ALL WE HAVE LEFT ARE THE RANGERS! COULDN'T YOU MAKE CHOOSING EASIER?!?!

*sigh*

I have to go for Spurs, Bulls, Cavs, and as much as I hate the Rockets I'd go for them up against Gay State...and I'd go for Jazz definitely over gs...

[OrangeArrows]

Looks like there won't be Texas three step for Golden State. That was weird how the Rockets didn't immediately foul Deron Williams on the inbounds pass. They wasted too much time on that possession though Houston probably would have lost anyway.

[LOSTyears]

I feel bad for Tracy, it wasn't like they weren't trying either. Rebounds killed them, Boozer's a rebounding monster. Reminds me of Hanamichi(Slam Dunk).

Think Warriors have a better shot at them, just thought the Rockets and them would of been a fun matchup.
Oh well, Warroirs in 7 for the next series.

[SDAnimeFan]

I'd say the Pistons take the series in 6.

[kenshinbebop]

My guess is in the end, Nets will take it all the way, and will meet the Spurs in the Championship...

[Depression]

Nets over Cavs is one thing, but Nets over Pistons or Bulls!?!?

[kenshinbebop]

Well, Detroit you have a point, but the Bulls aren't at all to my liking lately. Especially after the picked up Wallace...

[OrangeArrows]

The Pistons are certainly the favourites to make it out of the East but I think the Bulls still have an outside shot of pulling off the upset. The Suns could be in trouble after losing home court to the Spurs today. Nash not being able to play in the final minutes might have cost Phoenix the game. Still, SA is just too darn good.

[Westlo]

I'll be pretty shocked if it's not Spurs Vs Pistons when all is said and done, Mavs Vs Spurs should never have happened in the 2nd round last year :\

[Geis]

The Suns would have won that game if Tony Parker didn't swing his huge fore head into Nash's nose. >.< I don't want the Spurs to go the finals, they've been in too many finals already. Give someone else a chance!! >.<
I can't wait to see the Jazz vs. Golden State game tonite. XD haha I was laughing so hard when the Houston fans were all screaming Utah Sucks!! Over and over, then the Jazz kicked their bootay in the end. Eyeballs Houston! XD The Pistons and Bulls series is easy to predict. Detroit kicked Chicago's butt in the 1st game. That's an easy sweep for the Pistons. The Cavs will take down the Nets easily if Kidd keeps gettin stuffed and Carter keeps throwing air balls and bricks.

[MikeJones123]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UeTfho70lI

HAHAHAHAHAHAH Tonys gona retire and be a rapper now -_-

[OrangeArrows]

Ah well, the Warriors lost. Stephen Jackson was right to take the 3 but there was too much time left on the shot clock. Golden State should have held out for a better shot. I hope they can win game 2.

[LOSTyears]

I'm not that worried bout the Warriors, kept it close. I think they can bounce back even if they did drop game 2. But Warriors can't pull away if Boozer keeps getting second chances(boards).

Now the Bull's should be a little concerned, their getting thoroughly dominated.

[Gannon]

Baron Davis had an open path to the lane twice. He should have taken it himself, although I understand going for the dagger on the road.

[LOSTyears]

Nice to see Bron getting some support down the stretch, chalk up 2 for them.

[OrangeArrows]

Phoenix thumped the Spurs tonight, hopefully they can carry this momentum over into San Antonio. I think the Suns can win this series in 7 games and the Cavs will beat Jersey in 6.

[Haruhi]

Phoenix thumped the Spurs tonight, hopefully they can carry this momentum over into San Antonio. I think the Suns can win this series in 7 games and the Cavs will beat Jersey in 6.

Spurs by game 5. 6 at the latest.

[Westlo]

If the Cavs had not been stingy and payed Boozer what he wanted... dynasty.

[Smith]

If the Cavs had not been stingy and payed Boozer what he wanted... dynasty.

QFT. I've always been baffled by this move by the Cavailers to let Booz go. The way LeBron draws double, triple, and quadrple teams, they need someone strong like Booz to finish, rebound, and putbacks. Heck, even Booz is more valuable a player than Z. Ilgausakas..

Anyway, this Warriors-Jazz game is pretty darn goooooood. GS 105 UT 107, 2 :40 to goin the game.

[Westlo]

This game going down to the wire, omg missed both freethrows,

[OrangeArrows]

The Warriors lost again. Oh boy, this doesn't look good. It sucks that Matt Barnes just left Deron Williams open for a short jumper to tie the game. GS just played awful defense on that possession. Then again, they really hurt themselves by not knocking down critical free throws.

[Rock]

It's still going to go 7 games. Utah is barely winning at home, and the series will be tied when it goes back to Utah. I think the whole Houston series shows us that Utah can't win too well on the road(game 7 being an upset in my book and kudos to them, that doesn't explain the other losses), and against a team with as much heart as Golden State, it's not going to happen. Utah will win in 7 at home. To go promptly lose to whoever wins the San Antonio/Phoenix series in 5 or less.

[LOSTyears]

Damn, Bulls really drop the ball on that one. Its not surprising, though I thought they'd put up a better fight. Hopefully Warriors won't follow the example at home.
I can see another Cavs/Pistons clash.

[JaidaDv]

Why are there so many chokes in 2007 :(

[SDAnimeFan]

Hope the Pistons can finish off the Bulls in the next game.:)

[Westlo]

Bulls are going to get nowhere as a jump shot team, they need an inside force like Garnett or Gasol.

[Depression]

Not if LA can get Garnett first!!!

[Westlo]

If I were Minn, I would rather trade Garnett to the bulls, better selection for trade and in a different conference.

[Geis]

It's still going to go 7 games. Utah is barely winning at home, and the series will be tied when it goes back to Utah. I think the whole Houston series shows us that Utah can't win too well on the road(game 7 being an upset in my book and kudos to them, that doesn't explain the other losses), and against a team with as much heart as Golden State, it's not going to happen. Utah will win in 7 at home. To go promptly lose to whoever wins the San Antonio/Phoenix series in 5 or less.

I think it'll go to 6 games maybe even 5, but there's no way Golden State can rack up 3 wins against the Jazz.
If the Jazz face Phoenix it's gonna be interesting because Phoenix lost to them almost every time during the regular season. But I do know that Jazz will have trouble against San Antonio. That's why I want Suns to take em down. XD

[LOSTyears]

Not if LA can get Garnett first!!!Lakers are in a real fix, they'd have to put Lamar on the block to get anything. I can see them shooting for Jermaine, thats a little more doable.

Baron was lighting it up tonight, they broke triple digits in the 3rd. Just 1 more.
Would love to see a Warriors/Suns shootout.

[Depression]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLIR6J8VQ6w

[JaidaDv]

baron davis is <3 such a fun series to watch

[OrangeArrows]

Golden State whoops Utah, yahoo. The Jazz got to within 15 midway through the 4th but that was it. Did you guys see how Davis stuffed the ball in Andrei Kirilenko's face? Man, that was one sweet dunk. I say the Warriors will take it in 6 if they can win game 5 in Utah.

[Smith]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLIR6J8VQ6w

I missed the game, but this is all I needed. B-Diddy stuffing one down AK-47's throat. Warriors are gonna take the series.

[Fobb]

That dunk was so nasty...

[Rock]

I think it'll go to 6 games maybe even 5, but there's no way Golden State can rack up 3 wins against the Jazz.
If the Jazz face Phoenix it's gonna be interesting because Phoenix lost to them almost every time during the regular season. But I do know that Jazz will have trouble against San Antonio. That's why I want Suns to take em down. XD

Still stand by that after last night's blowout? Utah can't win on the road. I agree Phoenix had trouble with Utah during the regular season, so did Detroit against Chicago. Playoffs are quite different. Utah loses in at most 5 games in the finals assuming they make it.

[Fobb]

Not so sure about the Suns anymore...

[Westlo]

:(

Boozers a beast, him and lebron together would've been just complete rape.

[LOSTyears]

Not so sure about the Suns anymore...Game 3 was winnable, Nash was very cold that night.
Don't think the Suns are as pressured as the Warriors are right now. As long as they keep up that double team on Duncan(which they let up on) they should be fine, I don't think Manu and Parker can make up the difference.

Tough break for the Warriors, its not like they can't come back it just looks very bleak. Here's hoping one of those 2 teams make it cause I don't think I could stay awake for a Jazz/Spurs.

[OrangeArrows]

Oh well, it looks like the Warriors are finished now. What a pity. Golden State didn't pass the ball around well today(only 14 assists), too many guys were just trying to force up tough shots on their own rather than looking for the open man. They also missed a ton of free throws and 3 pointers. I kinda anticipated that those two heartbreaking losses in Utah would come back to haunt them. Sigh... it's too bad really.

[Rock]

Not for nothing, but the Warriors have already beaten the odds once this playoff by knocking off the number one seed. Now, I personally picked Utah in 7 to win the series, looking at that pick now, if it goes 7 I would be very surprised if Utah hangs on from that rally.

[Fobb]

Man, I know I'm late, but I can't believe the Warriors let the Jazz beat them at home...now it's even more work on their part.

[JaidaDv]

If any one can come back its the warriors

[Fobb]

If any one can come back its the warriors

I pray to the almighty basketball gods that they can come back.

[OrangeArrows]

Well, I certainly hope so. That would be an incredible(and very unlikely) turnaround. But at least the Suns just defeated those stubborn Spurs to tie the series up at 2 games apiece. That was really classless of Robert Horry to shove Steve Nash at the end of the game. Man, what a sore loser. Now the Suns just have to go home and take care of business.

[LOSTyears]

That was really classless of Robert Horry to shove Steve Nash at the end of the game.Happened at a good time too, no last minute shots to worry about ^_^ They had me worried going into the 4th.
Cavs are 1 away now, my two picks are very much alive.

[Fobb]

My dad and brother keep throwing around conspiracy theories about the refs out to get the Spurs, and I couldn't enjoy the win yesterday...

[Westlo]

Duncan will get them back on track.

[Geis]

The Jazz are gonna take down the Warriors tonite!
No doubt about it. :P

[Fobb]

:lol: don't count the Warriors out so soon, trust me.

[Rock]

My dad and brother keep throwing around conspiracy theories about the refs out to get the Spurs, and I couldn't enjoy the win yesterday...

You mean the theory about the ref getting fired for the Duncan ejection, leading to the refs bias against the Spurs?

[Fobb]

No nothing even like that. It's just that whenever the refs don't call something for his team, or when his team doesn't get a call, it's a conspiracy...

=/

[JaidaDv]

lol the spurs will definately win the next game with stoudemaire and diaw suspended

[Westlo]

Spurs Vs Pistons, believe.

[Westlo]

Really hope the warriors win this one, looks like another tight game at Utah.

[JaidaDv]

well the nba is about to lose half their ratings for the playoffs and also once utah loses next round half their players could get acting careers

[Rock]

well the nba is about to lose half their ratings for the playoffs and also once utah loses next round half their players could get acting careers

People said the same thing about the Pistons a couple of years back.

[SDAnimeFan]

The Pistons must win the next game I don't want to see a game 7 in this series.

[Absolutely787]

I'm sick of people beating up Nash, this is basketball not hockey!!!

[Westlo]

Nash having 2 MVP's and Kidd zero is a travesty, though Nash won his mvps after shaqs decline and while duncan sleepwalks through seasons now.

[Absolutely787]

I hope you arn't talking Jason? Nash deserves every single one. He is the deffinition of pwned.

[Westlo]

Oh please, Kidd was amazing and pretty much taugh Nash everything he knew and has taken inferior squads to the finals.

[Absolutely787]

As far as I am concerned Kidd can cram *blank* right up his *blank*...

[Westlo]

Yay for 10 year old suns fan, let me guess nash > isiah thomas and magic yeah?

[LOSTyears]

lol the spurs will definately win the next game with stoudemaire and diaw suspendedSuns can make due without Diaw but Amare is a huge blow, Spurs are going to be really hurtin for Horry :rolleyes: That whole thing was complete crap along with that ridiculous rule, were they just suppose to sit there and let Nash get jammed up like that. They didn't do a damn thing anyway, no tolerance policy my @ss.
Anyway Cavs can finish it up today.

[Absolutely787]

Yay for 10 year old suns fan, let me guess nash > isiah thomas and magic yeah?


IDK they don't play one another :P and I have hated Kidd ever since he left the suns, I'm bitter like that.

[LOSTyears]

I'm impressed that the Suns kept that lead all the way to the end, hopefully they can force a game 7 at home. Spurs should be real proud of their victory <_<
Real tough night for Bron, that could go 7 too from the way its looking.

[Haruhi]

I'm sick of people beating up Nash, this is basketball not hockey!!!

That's because Nash sucks. I'm glad they're picking on him.

[OrangeArrows]

You gotta be kidding me. He was the engine that propelled the Suns last night.
I love how Phoenix played tonight but in the end they were just too dang tired from double teaming and rotating defenders around with their thin bench. The Suns would probably have won if only they had Stoudemire and/or Diaw to attack the basket. I hope they can win another one in SA and force a game 7.

[Absolutely787]

That's because Nash sucks. I'm glad they're picking on him.


Spoken by a true sports-retard.

[Westlo]

If it happened to Kidd and he said the same you would be all like "yeah co ****ing sign that lol"

[Haruhi]

Spoken by a true sports-retard.

Spoken like a true hypocrite when dealing with biased people.

[Geis]

Chyeah. XD Utah boots Golden State back to Oakland and move on to the Conference Finals.

Almost everyone has doubted Utah. When they were facing Houston people were like, "yeah Utah's gonna lose." When they faced Golden State, "Golden State's gonna sweep 'em cuz they beat the Mavs." tch. Utah's goin all the way this year peoples like it or not. XD
They can beat whoever comes out of the Spurs and Phoenix series. Then I smell an NBA Finals wit Detroit.

[JaidaDv]

That's because Nash sucks. I'm glad they're picking on him.

LOL YOUR MY NEW FAVORITE PERSON

[Westlo]

When they faced Golden State, "Golden State's gonna sweep 'em cuz they beat the Mavs." tch.

Anyone sensible knew Boozer was going to abuse them in the post.

[Fobb]

Anyone sensible could tell the refs were on some of the strongest crack known to mankind.

[Danju]

Chyeah. XD Utah boots Golden State back to Oakland and move on to the Conference Finals.

Almost everyone has doubted Utah. When they were facing Houston people were like, "yeah Utah's gonna lose." When they faced Golden State, "Golden State's gonna sweep 'em cuz they beat the Mavs." tch. Utah's goin all the way this year peoples like it or not. XD
They can beat whoever comes out of the Spurs and Phoenix series. Then I smell an NBA Finals wit Detroit.
Would be nice, that's for sure. When was the last time we made it to the Finals? Wasn't it with the Bulls? I still remember the disappointment. We should have had it, damn it! I still think it was a BS call. The shot went in. Argh.

I don't think I've sit through a full NBA game since. :)

[OrangeArrows]

The last time was in 1998 when the Jazz still had Karl Malone and John Stockton. That was one heck of a series. Detroit finally sent the Bulls packing, it's too bad they weren't upset but Chicago clearly wasn't good enough.

[SDAnimeFan]

Yes Detroit moves on to the Eastern Conference Finals.

[Depression]

Yes Detroit moves on to the Eastern Conference Finals.

And now we need the Cavs to do so as well and history will be repeating itself.

Detroit, a team built for winning is once again standing in the way of a one man show/ corporation.

[Absolutely787]

Spoken like a true hypocrite when dealing with biased people.

If your waiting for me to care, don't hold ur breath.

[Sendo Takeshi]

If your waiting for me to care, don't hold ur breath.


Because responding to it means you do.

Anyway, Suns/Spurs has been the best series so far. Go Suns. And it's hard to say that Nash sucks. He's definitely not the best, but nor is he the worst. He plays fairly well. But, whatever. Just my $0.02.

[Haruhi]

If your waiting for me to care, don't hold ur breath.

Wow, that was short. I think that was the shortest breath I ever took.


You fail.

[Fobb]

Most. Boring. Championship. Ever.

[LOSTyears]

^If the Cavs lose the East it will be for me.

I still tip my hat to the Suns, none of them made any excuses for everything that went against them in that series.

Still have the Cavs to root for :) These last 2 games with the Nets were not pretty at all though, Vince was really out of it tonight.
Its a much bigger stage now & I think Bron's a better all around player this year even though his numbers have been better. He took it to em last year, lets see how Round 2 goes.

[Haruhi]

Yes! Eat it, Nash!

Ahhh. So happy.

[OrangeArrows]

Why do you dislike Nash so much anyway? I think the series would still be ongoing if only Stoudemire and Diaw hadn't been suspended. They really deserve some credit for the way they battled in game 5. It's gonna be a long off-season in Phoenix... Maybe they will need to make some roster adjustments.

[Westlo]

Yes! Eat it, Nash!

Ahhh. So happy.

High Five, Very Nice.

[Haruhi]

High Five, Very Nice.

*high fives* At least Nash came out of it all with a busted up nose and a good punking. That's well worth the price of a ring or a western title. Haha.

[Evil_Koala]

Go Spurs.

How can you dislike Nash...? He's a hell of a baller.

Beans n Cornbread ftw.

LOOKS LIKE THE WAWYAHZ GETTIN THEY ***** WHUPPED BY THE MORMONS!!!11 LOST ALL YOUR SPARKS TRYIN TO IGNITE DALLAS AND NOW YOU'RE OUTTA FLUID *****ES! SUCK IT!

[Haruhi]

Everybody from Dallas hates Nash.

[Gannon]

Spurs & Anyone in Finals = Pure Boredom

[Rock]

Spurs & Anyone in Finals = Pure Boredom

I'm sorry, but the Pistons/Spurs from a couple of years ago was the best 7 game series I've ever seen. And my team lost.

I pray for a rematch. I have Pistons winning this year, though.

[Haruhi]

Spurs & Anyone in Finals = Pure Boredom

No way. Robert Horry's game 5 clutch dunk and 3 point shot back then is STILL one of the most impressive things I've ever seen in the finals.

[Evil_Koala]

Everybody from Dallas hates Nash.

I don't. I don't like how he's all "LOL IMA MUV NAO GAIZ KK LATER ******" but he's still a good player.

[Geis]

Spurs & Anyone in Finals = Pure Boredom

Yeah cuz the Spurs are a boring team that spread their boringness all over the place. >_>
Too bad the Jazz lost the 1st game. I think they can learn from this loss. haha besides they almost pulled a win in the 4th quarter, but came up a little short.

[Haruhi]

Meh. ***** and whine all you want, but the players don't play to be "fun." They play to win. And in that regard, San Antonio's consistency is what keeps them strong. Strong fundamentals > Flare. Maybe if the Suns and the other losers knew that, they wouldn't lose.

[SDAnimeFan]

And the Pistons take game 1, I think this could be a six or seven game series.

[Depression]

It went seven last year. Cavs were up 3-2 and couldn't close. But it was LeBron's first time in the postseason. Also Larry only played 2 or 3 games because of his brother's death.

Also add in the coming of Sasha. He kind of disappeared in the second half tonight but that guy can shoot the trey and he's more athletic than you would think. He can drive and throw down.

[Haruhi]

Come on, Cavs!

[OrangeArrows]

I can't believe Marshall missed that wide open trey. He was lights out in Jersey.

[Smith]

I can't believe Marshall missed that wide open trey. He was lights out in Jersey.
I thought Marshall could have taken a split second or two longer to 'zone' in and hit that trey. He seemed to be too quick to catch and shoot in the replay.
If it ends up being the Pistons and Spurs in the finals, I'm not even going to watch one game. I guarantee it will be one of the lowest watched finals ever.

Go Cavs and Jazz!!!

[Gannon]

I'm sorry, but the Pistons/Spurs from a couple of years ago was the best 7 game series I've ever seen. And my team lost.


...

That was different!

[MikeJones123]

I dont care who goes to the finals, GS lost T_T but yea i just hope spurs wont go xD their too boring! suns are the funnest to watch!

[Westlo]

Wow at Portland adding Oden to last years pickups in Aldridge and Roy, just wow.

[OrangeArrows]

Yeah, that's pretty remarkable considering they only had a 5.3% chance of getting the #1 pick. Oden will make the Blazers instant playoff contenders but they still need to add a good veteran player or two. Memphis and Boston really got burned big time since Seattle has the #2 pick.

[Westlo]

Suns lost out as well, could've had the #4 to #8 pick or whatever very easily. Wade was a #5 or 6 (can't exactly remember) so you never know what could've been.

[LOSTyears]

Memphis and Boston really got burned big time since Seattle has the #2 pick.I'd be more pissed if I were Atlanta, getting 3rd had to really sting.

Okur has got to put up a better fight on Duncan, he got schooled pretty hard. They drop it at home you might as well call it a day. I don't like counting on the Jazz but I hate the Spurs so much.

[Geis]

I thought Marshall could have taken a split second or two longer to 'zone' in and hit that trey. He seemed to be too quick to catch and shoot in the replay.
If it ends up being the Pistons and Spurs in the finals, I'm not even going to watch one game. I guarantee it will be one of the lowest watched finals ever.

Go Cavs and Jazz!!!

Seconded. I'm rooting for a Jazz and Cavs Finals. XD

[Depression]

32-9-9 get some.

[LOSTyears]

I'm glad he didn't coast the 2nd half like the first 2, thats how you finish it out.
He's the only one they can't stop, why change the game plan.
Bron doesn't need to spin or juke on Rip, he just needs to stuff em just like that.

[Westlo]

Anyone else miss NBA on NBC?

http://youtube.com/watch?v=Fe-TEQ0yMN0

*sniff*

[OrangeArrows]

Yeah, good old NBC... I can still remember the theme song that played during broadcasts. Utah and Cleveland have clawed back into their respective series with impressive victories. It's too bad that the Pistons are up 2-1 because it very easily could have been 3-0 in favor of the Cavs.

[Depression]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcT4px7nLhk

[Depression]

Cavs strike again.

Gibson came out with fire.

[LOSTyears]

It's too bad that the Pistons are up 2-1 because it very easily could have been 3-0 in favor of the Cavs.I think so too, at least 2-1 with Cavs vantage. The first one I give Detroit the benefit, I still agree with Bron's choice to pass the cards just didn't fall.

They win in Detroit and this will be identical to last years ^_^

[Westlo]

With a bit of luck the cavs could've swept the pistons, shake my head at kobe and if the following is true

NBA Commissioner David Stern is expected to announce the league's new TV deal at some point during the NBA Finals this year. The preliminary information swirling around at this point has the NBA reverting back to its old home on the National Broadcasting Company (NBC) channel. NBC would obtain all the national rights that ABC has in the current NBA television deal, with doubleheaders on Christmas and New Year's Day.

Tears shall roll down my eye when they play the NBA on NBC theme song, greatest song of all time!

[OrangeArrows]

Agreed, it's way better than the crappy TNT and ESPN theme songs. The latter
did have some good ones in the past though... Can't say I'm surprised the Spurs wrapped things up tonight, the game was over after the first quarter. The Pistons will probably advance too, at this rate. Well, at least the draft is less than a month away.

[Evil_Koala]

Spurs FTW. WHAT'S THAT? I CAN'T HEAR YOU BK BROILAH! =D the Jazz only got one.