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[YorkeDaddy]

Pacers trade for Evan Turner for no reason. They're trying to build a super team but they're just going to hurt the locker room chemistry. There's no way Turner is going to be okay with the minutes Granger was getting (which was only 20 mpg), so he's going to be frustrated because of that. Paul George will be frustrated because his team felt the need to bring in a young up-and-coming star at the small forward position when they already have the third best player in the NBA at that position. I don't really know what the Pacers think they were doing, Turner won't be able to play enough minutes to make that big of a difference off the bench.

[butthead aka 216]

Originally Posted by YorkeDaddy

Pacers trade for Evan Turner for no reason. They're trying to build a super team but they're just going to hurt the locker room chemistry. There's no way Turner is going to be okay with the minutes Granger was getting (which was only 20 mpg), so he's going to be frustrated because of that. Paul George will be frustrated because his team felt the need to bring in a young up-and-coming star at the small forward position when they already have the third best player in the NBA at that position. I don't really know what the Pacers think they were doing, Turner won't be able to play enough minutes to make that big of a difference off the bench.

I think they felt like turner could give them the same thing as granger at a younger age n cheaper price. I can't see george bein upset just cause turner isn't gonna be a star and is already at his ceiling imo.


Pure bliss for the sixers tho. They get rid of turner who was becomin a cancer. Kudos to them for realizin he was never gonna be a star and unloadin him. Plus they needed to add some money to their rostet so they add granger on an expirin deal. They traded hawes too which is a plus for them. Sixers were the deadline winner imo

[YorkeDaddy]

Are you a Sixers fan?

I don't think there's any question that the Sixers are in a great position. They are basically writing the book on how to rebuild a franchise. It might not look that way right now what with them having an absolutely atrocious team atm lol, but watch out in 3-4 years.

People forget that they still have Nerlens Noel on their team, a guy who could have a Tim Duncan-like skillset. They also have the chosen one MCW and they're gonna have more draft picks than anyone could ever dream of, one of which will likely be in the top 3 of what is the most loaded draft since 2003. Sixers fans should be pretty hype. Draft Wiggins/Parker/Randle and watch them become the next dynasty once the current superstars like LeBron, Durant, CP3 etc all start to get too old to dominate.

[butthead aka 216]

Originally Posted by YorkeDaddy

Are you a Sixers fan?

I don't think there's any question that the Sixers are in a great position. They are basically writing the book on how to rebuild a franchise. It might not look that way right now what with them having an absolutely atrocious team atm lol, but watch out in 3-4 years.

People forget that they still have Nerlens Noel on their team, a guy who could have a Tim Duncan-like skillset. They also have the chosen one MCW and they're gonna have more draft picks than anyone could ever dream of, one of which will likely be in the top 3 of what is the most loaded draft since 2003. Sixers fans should be pretty hype. Draft Wiggins/Parker/Randle and watch them become the next dynasty once the current superstars like LeBron, Durant, CP3 etc all start to get too old to dominate.

I'm a bit of a sixers fan. I used to live in the philly area. Really im just a big nba fan and appreciate the game. Im not big on noel cause I think he brings no offensive gm but it wasva putrid draft. Love mcw and sixers have set themself up with multiple 1st rounders includin a top pick in a top heavy and deep draft. Also have a handful of 2nd rounders they will prob use on euros who they can stash overseas for a few yrs. Just overall love what they are doin.

Of the college guys it will be a wild draft nite. I really like embiid n parker. I thnk randle is a step below and could be a bust. And wiggins hasn't impressed me but he has moments where I see his superstar potential, mainly in his midrange. He will become a superstar but I'm not sure if id take him or parker.

[Wpnfire]

Originally Posted by YorkeDaddy

meanwhile lebron with 37

I was at the Mavs-Heat game in Dallas on Tuesday where the Heat were actually behind in the fourth quarter, and they went on an 8-0 run with LeBron scoring all 8 of those points, including two consecutive threes, and a fastbreak layup. He finished with 42 points, 4+ dunks, and I believe he made more threes than Ray Allen and Mario Chalmers. One of the threes was after a change in possession, as if LeBron was a spot up guy.

Fittingly enough, I found LeBron to be more intimidating as a basketball player in real life.

Also it was one of the greatest offenses for the Big Three with Bosh, LeBron, and Wade all combining for (I think) 75+ points!

The heat just ravaged the Mavs. in the last 7 minutes of the game, and won by 12. Chris Andersen even made a three at the end! lol

Absolutely TERRIBLE defense by the Heat though. In one possession, the mavs got 5 offensive rebounds.

Originally Posted by butthead aka 216

how bout that excitin dunk contest, guys!?!?

How bout that allstar game? It was actually pretty good there at the end! I think Kyrie Irving was using the opportunity to show that him and LeBron would be a great team if LBJ came back to Cleveland next year. lol

[YorkeDaddy]

Originally Posted by butthead aka 216

I'm a bit of a sixers fan. I used to live in the philly area. Really im just a big nba fan and appreciate the game. Im not big on noel cause I think he brings no offensive gm but it wasva putrid draft. Love mcw and sixers have set themself up with multiple 1st rounders includin a top pick in a top heavy and deep draft. Also have a handful of 2nd rounders they will prob use on euros who they can stash overseas for a few yrs. Just overall love what they are doin.

Of the college guys it will be a wild draft nite. I really like embiid n parker. I thnk randle is a step below and could be a bust. And wiggins hasn't impressed me but he has moments where I see his superstar potential, mainly in his midrange. He will become a superstar but I'm not sure if id take him or parker.

It's tough to gauge Noel since he's only 19. The key there is that I think he has the length and athleticism to dominate on pure talent alone, and if he can develop a post game (which he has plenty of time to do), then I think he'll be a serious threat. Plus his hair adds like four more inches so he's basically like 7'3".

I personally think Philly should focus their pick on someone that can definitively shoot really well. MCW is a serious threat on drives and mixing him up with a wing that can drain 'em from the corner would make a seriously good duo, which is why I think Parker is probably better for Philly if he's available for their pick; Wiggins only seems to use his athleticism rather than skill whilst I think Parker has serious skills.

Originally Posted by Wpnfire

I was at the Mavs-Heat game in Dallas on Tuesday where the Heat were actually behind in the fourth quarter, and they went on an 8-0 run with LeBron scoring all 8 of those points, including two consecutive threes, and a fastbreak layup. He finished with 42 points, 4+ dunks, and I believe he made more threes than Ray Allen and Mario Chalmers. One of the threes was after a change in possession, as if LeBron was a spot up guy.

Fittingly enough, I found LeBron to be more intimidating as a basketball player in real life.

Also it was one of the greatest offenses for the Big Three with Bosh, LeBron, and Wade all combining for (I think) 75+ points!

The heat just ravaged the Mavs. in the last 7 minutes of the game, and won by 12. Chris Andersen even made a three at the end! lol

Absolutely TERRIBLE defense by the Heat though. In one possession, the mavs got 5 offensive rebounds.

How bout that allstar game? It was actually pretty good there at the end! I think Kyrie Irving was using the opportunity to show that him and LeBron would be a great team if LBJ came back to Cleveland next year. lol

That was an amazing game. Apparently Mavs players on the sideline were taunting LeBron and saying he couldn't shoot, which is when LeBron promptly started to pull up and drain three after three in the fourth quarter. Sometimes LeBron just plays out of his mind like that and other times he's too passive, I don't know why it's like that.

[Dr_Rez]

Wpn fire, I think that is pretty normal seeing a defending champ/first teir team being lazy all game then turning it on in the fourth. I think it is just their way of resting the players so the season isnt as strenuous. I can;t tell you how many heat games I have seen where Lebron/Wade go and score an absurd amount and take of the game with 10 minutes left.

I really think that OKC depending on how Westbrook plays with Durant is going to beat the Spurs for the Western Conference this year. If the Heat can get past the Pacers I think a Heat OKC rematch would be amazing to watch. What series would you like to see for the championship[?

[butthead aka 216]

Id love okc vs heat. Okc is an insane team with westy back and adding a quality big like adams


Wpn ur very lucky. That was a great game. Dallas surprisingly holds their own despite a roster of old guys and castoffs. Miami has been extra lazy this yr mainly on defense. Theyre a scary team when they turn it on but they shouldn't have to til the east finals vs indy



Yorke I hope noel gets an offense game but I'm not optimistic. There are remarkably few bigs who develop offensive games for whatever reason but I think he can be a legit defender. Im just not big on hI'm but maybe cause he followed anthony davis who's a stud

Mcw noel and a top 3 pick plus another early first rounder is a great future tho. And I hope they keep thad young csuse he's a guy who the youngins can really learn a lot from imo

[Dr_Rez]

If this last OKC Heat game is showing how the series would p lay out I sure hope it isnt those 2 teams. Can you say boring as **** finals, over in 4.

[Wpnfire]

Originally Posted by Rezdaddy Longlegs

If this last OKC Heat game is showing how the series would p lay out I sure hope it isnt those 2 teams. Can you say boring as **** finals, over in 4.

When I saw Miami vs. Dallas on Wednesday, the lineup for the Heat at one point was Chalmers, Wade/Allen, James, Bosh, and Greg Oden.

Greg Oden is gradually splitting more and more of Andersen's minutes, as well as Battier's so Bosh can move down and play the four. Wade has also missed a dozen games so far this season so he can rest his knees for the playoffs.

Imagine what this lineup is capable of when Miami is playing all-out defense during the playoffs?

So no, I don't think a regular season series is any good indication.