alfdogg 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2005 April 20 is, of course, the last day of the season, so we'll just use this thread to close out the regular season. Right now on ABC, it's LA Lakers @ Sacramento or New York @ Indiana, depending on your location. Both games are at the half. 4/12, ESPN2 Boston @ Philadelphia, 7 PM ET 4/13, ESPN Chicago @ Washington, 8 PM ET Dallas @ Seattle, 10:30 PM ET 4/14, TNT Miami @ Philadelphia, 8 PM ET Dallas @ Portland, 10:30 PM ET 4/15, ESPN Cleveland @ Washington, 8 PM ET Sacramento @ LA Lakers, 10:30 PM ET 4/16, ESPN Denver @ Houston, 7:30 PM ET 4/17, ABC Cleveland @ Detroit, 1 PM ET Indiana @ Miami or Dallas @ LA Lakers, 3:30 PM ET 4/18, TNT Denver @ Phoenix, 10 PM ET 4/20, ESPN Chicago @ Indiana, 8 PM ET Phoenix @ Sacramento, 10:30 PM ET Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2005 Al, what would you like to do for the playoffs, as far as threads go? Would a thread for each series work, or perhaps one for each conference and then the finals? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest pinnacleofallthingsmanly Report post Posted April 10, 2005 One for each round. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Precious Roy 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2005 Do one for each conference Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steviekick 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2005 I think it would be best with one for each round. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2005 Yeah, and that'll be all that's needed for the Pacers after today's game. What a fucking disgrace. The Bulls ought to sweep us right out of the first round after that showing. Seriously, KURT FUCKING THOMAS sends it into OT with a 3 pointer, then with all the bodies we've signed to compensate for Jermaine O'Neal, none of them can figure out to box out Sweetney for the game-winning tip at the buzzer, and the result is a loss to the motherfucking KNICKS in a race for homecourt in the first round. Absolutely embarassing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nogoodnick 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2005 That game was an assist duel between Johnson(16) and Marbury(19). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mike546 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2005 Don't doubt the power of SWEETNESS. I can't believe they won. They might as well lose every single game to get a better lottery pick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Precious Roy 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Yeah, and that'll be all that's needed for the Pacers after today's game. What a fucking disgrace. The Bulls ought to sweep us right out of the first round after that showing. Seriously, KURT FUCKING THOMAS sends it into OT with a 3 pointer, then with all the bodies we've signed to compensate for Jermaine O'Neal, none of them can figure out to box out Sweetney for the game-winning tip at the buzzer, and the result is a loss to the motherfucking KNICKS in a race for homecourt in the first round. Absolutely embarassing. Oh shut up. The Knicks have more talent than your team, they just forget to show up half the time. Today they showed up, and won a hard fought game. You're lucky you're even in the playoffs, but hey, I'll hold you to that "we oughta get swept" bullshit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EVIL~! alkeiper 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 One for the first round, one for the second round, and maybe separate threads for the Conference Finals, depending on their popularity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A Happy Medium 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Predictions, anyone? 4/12, ESPN2 Boston @ Philadelphia, 7 PM ET 76ers 4/13, ESPN Chicago @ Washington, 8 PM ET Wizards Dallas @ Seattle, 10:30 PM ET Dallas 4/14, TNT Miami @ Philadelphia, 8 PM ET Miami Dallas @ Portland, 10:30 PM ET Portland 4/15, ESPN Cleveland @ Washington, 8 PM ET Wizards Sacramento @ LA Lakers, 10:30 PM ET Kings 4/16, ESPN Denver @ Houston, 7:30 PM ET Nuggets 4/17, ABC Cleveland @ Detroit, 1 PM ET Pistons Indiana @ Miami Heat even if Shaq isnt back by then Dallas @ LA Lakers, 3:30 PM ET Mavs 4/18, TNT Denver @ Phoenix, 10 PM ET Suns 4/20, ESPN San Antonio @ Minnesota, 8 PM ET Wolves Phoenix @ Sacramento, 10:30 PM ET Kings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 The Knicks have more talent than your team Of course they do, when we're without 60% of our starters. Way to go out on a limb there. And the Knicks did play a hard-fought game, I will say that, but the Pacers could have played much better than they did. That's what I was really upset about, and I overreacted with my post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Vitamin X Report post Posted April 11, 2005 The Knicks have more talent than your team Of course they do, when we're without 60% of our starters. Way to go out on a limb there. Right, this was the comment I was just about to make. Indiana has an excuse to have gone from having the best record in the league to just making it in the playoffs, what with The Battle of Auburn Hills and all. Minnesota doesn't really have one, while the Lakers have a ton. The Knicks are just not that good, nor did anyone not predict they wouldn't be, either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Precious Roy 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 The Knicks have more talent than your team Of course they do, when we're without 60% of our starters. Way to go out on a limb there. Well, I thought that was obvious, but from the tone of your post you sounded SHOCKED that the Pacers could lose to the Knicks so I had to come out and say it. The guys who are out don't factor into the equation, and in today's game the Knicks had more talent. Like I said, you guys are lucky to even be headed to the playoffs, enjoy it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
razazteca 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 God bless the Spurs for winning games with the regular starting lineup on the Injury Reserve........Big Dog played 19 minutes in the double overtime victory over the Warriors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Vitamin X Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Big Dog getting 19 minutes was surely more of a hindrance than having the regular starting lineup on IR, though. The Spurs are one of the teams I wouldn't mind seeing with a championship this year, besides Phoenix, Detroit, and Indiana (Give Reggie a chance!). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrRant 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 *rubs temples* Please let Lewis and Vladmir come back soon.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iggymcfly 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 *rubs temples* Please let Lewis and Vladmir come back soon.... What does boxing have to do with this? Oh......... you're still talking about Seattle..... like they'd actually do something besides get swept in the first round. That's cute. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrRant 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Shut up you Eastern Washington motherfucker. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
razazteca 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 *rubs temples* Please let Lewis and Vladmir come back soon.... What does boxing have to do with this? Oh......... you're still talking about Seattle..... like they'd actually do something besides get swept in the first round. That's cute. Seattle vs Denver? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Vitamin X Report post Posted April 11, 2005 George Karl's boys kicking the shit out of his old team? Interesting. The Sonics have a lot more talent than people realize, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cabbageboy 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Is anyone else just bored with the Spurs? Seriously these guys are like the Michigan St. of the NBA, just constantly THERE and I couldn't give two shits about them. All I'm saying is ABC better worry about a potential finals with Detroit and San Antonio. That would be ratings death given the bone and club way both teams would play. Anyone watch that Detroit/Miami game yesterday? 80-72. Yes I know Shaq was sick, but that's sad for professionals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
razazteca 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Don't worry about that I'm sure that Tony Parker's drunk mom will do something interesting or maybe Bruce Bowen's dirty defense will be on constant ESPN highlights........not everybody wants to be a media whore like Shaq. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripper 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 George Karl's boys kicking the shit out of his old team? Interesting. The Sonics have a lot more talent than people realize, though. The Sonics are missing their number 2 and number 3 scorer right now, Ray Allen and Antonio Daniels are a lil gimpy and playing less minutes. Give them to the playoffs where they will be full strength again, and they will be a beast. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crimson Platypus 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Is anyone else just bored with the Spurs? Seriously these guys are like the Michigan St. of the NBA, just constantly THERE and I couldn't give two shits about them. All I'm saying is ABC better worry about a potential finals with Detroit and San Antonio. That would be ratings death given the bone and club way both teams would play. Anyone watch that Detroit/Miami game yesterday? 80-72. Yes I know Shaq was sick, but that's sad for professionals. Your hatred of MSU amuses me greatly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Flyboy Report post Posted April 11, 2005 *rubs temples* Please let Lewis and Vladmir come back soon.... I think if Houston plays Seattle in the first round at the top of their game, it'll be an early exit for the Sonics... I hope. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Vitamin X Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Houston-Seattle would be an interesting matchup. Tonight marks the first time I'll cheer anyone over the Lakers, that's how much I like watching the Suns play. Also, I want better odds at a good lottery pick. I'm hoping (if the seeds stay in place) that Phoenix sweeps the horribly uninteresting Grizzlies. This is what I would like to see come playoff time in terms of playoff seeding: West- Phoenix vs. Memphis (Suns rip em a new one) San Antonio vs. Houston Seattle vs. Denver Dallas vs. Sacramento East- Miami vs. Indiana Cleveland vs. Detroit Philly vs. Boston Washington vs. Chicago Although at this rate, I'd really dislike seeing the Cavs limp into the playoffs after the strong start to the season. New Jersey getting in there and facing a mid-tier team like Washington, Boston, or Chicago could be fun as well. (though could it be argued that Chicago is again among the East's elite?) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2005 Current matchups look like this East -1- Miami vs -8- Cleveland (Lebron vs Wade, the REAL c/o/2003 matchup) -2- Detroit vs -7- Philadelphia -3- Boston vs -6- Washington -4- Chicago vs -5- Indiana Chicago would have homecourt over Boston should they meet. West -1- Phoenix vs -8- Memphis -2- San Antonio vs -7- Denver -3- Seattle vs -6- Houston -4- Dallas vs -5- Sacramento Dallas would have homecourt over Seattle should they meet. I'll do more detailed playoff predictions once they start, but I'd have a hard time betting against Phoenix right now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted April 14, 2005 Pacers beat the Nets to clinch a playoff spot, and the Bulls lose as well which puts us within one game of the 4 seed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted April 14, 2005 It seems like everytime I watch or follow a Pacers game, I'm reminded by how much I truly hate Reggie Miller. Hopefully the Heat will be Philly and the Nets will take the Raps putting us 1/2 back Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
