[Havocsteve]

Melo fucked the Raps each time going to playoffs. If the Raps got Melo and LeBron - Most definitely could win a champ.

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by ny325

I can slowly see the window closing on LeBron's finals run. Boston has a number one pick, and plenty of money to sign a big free agent. I'm not saying Boston will take Cleveland, just make it more difficult for them to advance.Yes, maybe Cleveland could dominant the east for a couple of more years. However, as far as winning a championship, I don't see it.

Please note that they are in Finals right now. It's not over 'til its over.

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by F30lolz

I'm about to start a thread 'How To Make GSW Terrible Again'. Let's face it, outside of maybe SAS, nobody in the west has a chance to dethrone them. Even if SAS get CP3, he has lost a step, though he is better than Tony Parker right now. Boston does have that numero uno pick coming up and that will help, however, they should keep the pick and not trade it for an aging star.

All I hear is how the East is weak. Now the West is week too? Outside of the Spurs? The Warriors swept them. Are you trying to say the Warriors have a great team? I'd agree with that.

Warriors salaries are 8% lower than the Spurs and 26% lower than the Cavs so they are not buying their team. Instead of making them terrible again, lets just spend a few moments in awe of a great team build the old fashion way. Just kidding. Hate 'em if you like.

[mookie45]

Originally Posted by John Tanglewood

I'll tell you another 'this'.[/B]

Are you Melo's agent?

BTW, nice analysis.

[F30lolz]

Originally Posted by sygazelle

All I hear is how the East is weak. Now the West is week too? Outside of the Spurs? The Warriors swept them. Are you trying to say the Warriors have a great team? I'd agree with that.

Warriors salaries are 8% lower than the Spurs and 26% lower than the Cavs so they are not buying their team. Instead of making them terrible again, lets just spend a few moments in awe of a great team build the old fashion way. Just kidding. Hate 'em if you like.

I speak the truth so yes they are great. And yes, I hate 'em

Originally Posted by mookie45

Are you Melo's agent?

BTW, nice analysis.

He's a great scorer and that's it. Aside from college he hasn't won anything in the NBA. Bordeline HOF with no ring.

[Flying Ace]

Originally Posted by Havocsteve

Melo fucked the Raps each time going to playoffs. If the Raps got Melo and LeBron - Most definitely could win a champ.

and if the Raptors had Curry, Thompson, Griffin AND LeBron? What's the point? Did Lebron or Melo ever consider the Raptors?

[F30lolz]

I wouldn't touch Blake Griffin as he reminds me of STAT, always injured. However, I can see the Heat or Knicks offering him max money. As for tonight's game, let's see what King James has up his sleeve as they need to win tonight or start planning their rebuild.

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by F30lolz

As for tonight's game, let's see what King James has up his sleeve as they need to win tonight or start planning their rebuild.

This is such a pivotal game for him. If he brings it again (like Game 2) and more, AND the Cavs win this game AND the Final, he's back on track for GOAT discussion. Otherwise, he's got a long hill to climb. He knows it. Greatness thrives and shines under immense pressure.

No matter what happens, he is an amazing player.

However..........Go Warriors!

[mookie45]

Really looking forward to this game tonight!

It's not just about Bron Bron though. He can only do so much. There has to be another one or two impact players on the Cavs if they really want to win.

[John Tanglewood]

Originally Posted by mookie45

Are you Melo's agent?

BTW, nice analysis.

Haha no, I am just a basketball fan. And i'm one of the few that actually see's Melo for his strengths, in addition to his well-known weaknesses.

People always make him out to be some scrub afterthought, but truth is he'd be a damn good teammate to have if he doesn't have to be the #1 option.

[F30lolz]

Originally Posted by John Tanglewood

Haha no, I am just a basketball fan. And i'm one of the few that actually see's Melo for his strengths, in addition to his well-known weaknesses.

People always make him out to be some scrub afterthought, but truth is he'd be a damn good teammate to have if he doesn't have to be the #1 option.

I listen to Mike Francesa everyday and he has mentioned several times that Melo would be the best 6th man for another team. However, he would never succumb to that, though I'm thinking if Melo went to the Spurs maybe it'll work

[BavarianDevil]

Interesting article if you haven't already seen it. Long read however.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2...-get-help-fast

[John Tanglewood]

Originally Posted by F30lolz

I listen to Mike Francesa everyday and he has mentioned several times that Melo would be the best 6th man for another team. However, he would never succumb to that, though I'm thinking if Melo went to the Spurs maybe it'll work

Does he fall asleep on air every day, or is it just a couple times a month?

Don't listen to too much Mike, especially when it comes to basketball. Mike loves the Yankees and baseball, so he's usually good for that. But be careful will all those ESPN and Yes radio personalities.

Mike saying Melo would be a great 6th man would make me want to shove a spike through my radio. Suggesting a 10-time all-star should be a 6th man, lol.

[F30lolz]

Originally Posted by John Tanglewood

Does he fall asleep on air every day, or is it just a couple times a month?

Don't listen to too much Mike, especially when it comes to basketball. Mike loves the Yankees and baseball, so he's usually good for that. But be careful will all those ESPN and Yes radio personalities.

Mike saying Melo would be a great 6th man would make me want to shove a spike through my radio. Suggesting a 10-time all-star should be a 6th man, lol.

PUT MY MIC ON!!!!!!!!!!

I've listened to him too much, matter of fact since the early 90's. He has got me through work weeks so I'll give him that

However, he is pompous, has fallen asleep and does back track frequently. But as you know, he is 'numba one'.

[Flying Ace]

Originally Posted by mookie45

Really looking forward to this game tonight!

It's not just about Bron Bron though. He can only do so much. There has to be another one or two impact players on the Cavs if they really want to win.

yeah..here's an impact player to throw out there. JR Smith, wonder if he's going to decide to score more than 3 points tonight and act like he can play D.

[Blindside_137]

Originally Posted by BavarianDevil

Interesting article if you haven't already seen it. Long read however.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2...-get-help-fast

Decent read

Jalen Rose seemed to make a wild suggestion about the possibility of lebron heading out to California (namely the clippers, but I find that ridiculous) should things not work out in Cleveland.

I never thought he would leave Cleveland again when he first returned. But I also never though Durant would end up on the warriors. LeBron may actually have to leave Cleveland if he wants another championship if this series continues it's current path. If I were him I would want to team up with a proven coach. To me, that's Brad Stevens or Pop. One man isn't enough to get a championship, you need a TEAM, and a good coach, and a little bit of luck/health.

[NickyC]

This is just shitty basketball to watch, 130+ points every game. Absolutely zero defense on either side, it's like watching a pickup game at the local Y. The defenders get down in their stance, but then just get blown by like they're standing still and nobody comes to help out because defense is boring yo. The NBA just sucks now. Jordan would have scored 50+ a game with this crap.

Boy do I miss the late 80s/90s for basketball.

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by NickyC

This is just shitty basketball to watch, 130+ points every game. Absolutely zero defense on either side, it's like watching a pickup game at the local Y. The defenders get down in their stance, but then just get blown by like they're standing still and nobody comes to help out because defense is boring yo. The NBA just sucks now. Jordan would have scored 50+ a game with this crap.

Boy do I miss the late 80s/90s for basketball.

Let's confuse ourselves with some facts. Only 5.2% (exactly 4 games out of 76 games played) in the 2017 playoffs has had a score of 130 points or more.

So this little rant or whatever that was is a bit off the mark, don't you think?


Gotta go now. The game starts in a few minutes. Two incredible teams are playing. It's going to be great!

[NickyC]

Originally Posted by sygazelle

Let's confuse ourselves with some facts. Only 5.2% (exactly 4 games out of 76 games played) in the 2017 playoffs has had a score of 130 points or more.

So this little rant or whatever that was is a bit off the mark, don't you think?


Gotta go now. The game starts in a few minutes. Two incredible teams are playing. It's going to be great!

Yeah, and every series of merit has been a sweep to this point with blowouts basically. Such a great postseason, worst I've ever seen.

Have fun watching shooting practice all night without a defender within five feet.

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by NickyC

Yeah, and every series of merit has been a sweep to this point with blowouts basically. Such a great postseason, worst I've ever seen.

Have fun watching shooting practice all night without a defender within five feet.

I see what you did there. I mentioned that your 130+ points every game was a crock and you completely ignored that fact in your response.

If you don't like the style of play, don't watch the game.

Instead, you might find some old NBA games to watch. If you do that, go back and watch some Celtic/Laker games from the 60's. Enjoy.

[NickyC]

Originally Posted by sygazelle

I see what you did there. I mentioned that your 130+ points every game was a crock and you completely ignored that fact in your response.

If you don't like the style of play, don't watch the game.

Instead, you might find some old NBA games to watch. If you do that, go back and watch some Celtic/Laker games from the 60's. Enjoy.

You sound awfully butthurt, calm down.

[Flying Ace]

I see JR Smith's best D is to bear hug everyone.