Clippers vs. Atlanta - Open Thread
by Steve Perrin on Feb 17, 2010 7:15 PM PST
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PrintAtlanta Hawks at Los Angeles Clippers, Feb 17, 2010 7:30 PM PST
| 2009/2010 NBA Regular Season | ||
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| 21-32 | 33-18 |
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| February 17th, 2010, 7:30 PM | ||
| FSN Prime Ticket, 980 AM |
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| Probable starters: | ||
| Baron Davis | PG | Mike Bibby |
| Eric Gordon | SG | Joe Johnson |
| Rasual Butler |
SF | Marvin Williams |
| Craig Smith |
PF | Josh Smith |
| Chris Kaman |
C | Al Horford |
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Maybe Craig and Baron are being traded!
It’s been a crazy couple of days here in Clipper Nation!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 7:24 PM PST up reply actions
Probably
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 7:28 PM PST up reply actions
Adrian Wojnarowski says
the Bulls, Bucks, and Bobcats are interested in trading for Gooden.
Wonder what we’d get in return.
http://lasportsops.tumblr.com/
I don't think they can give us anything like the production of Gooden..
I’d like to keep him, but it looks like we’re going to buy him out.
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 7:43 PM PST up reply actions
I'd take a expiring deal and a 2nd round pick and cash
Never hurts to stockpile some talent that we could keep overseas or maybe find the next Dejuan Blair/Rhino type undersized hungry PF. Cash would be useful as maybe DTS will spend it on our next head coach.
FA in 2010.
by ClipperChuck on Feb 18, 2010 1:42 AM PST up reply actions
Where did you hear this from?
Can’t find anything regarding when he comes back. I saw him at the game (wearing jeans, a unbutton collar shirt and a sportsjacket) next to Blake Griffin (wearing a custom tailored suit) and he looked fine (no discernible limp). Would like to see what he can do with 30-35 mpg.
FA in 2010.
by ClipperChuck on Feb 18, 2010 1:45 AM PST up reply actions
Here we go Stevie!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
Herrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrre comes the blowout!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
nice passing
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
Thatta boy Chris much better
thank god
by dulciusEXasperis on Feb 17, 2010 7:49 PM PST reply actions
nice move by Blake!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
wow a point guard who pushes the tempo
BD I thought you could do that
by dulciusEXasperis on Feb 17, 2010 7:51 PM PST reply actions
LOL.. oh Kaman, what we will ever do with you
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
haha
It’s like watching a sitcom with Chris and all his goofy mistakes
by dulciusEXasperis on Feb 17, 2010 7:52 PM PST up reply actions
I am amazed by that too! LOL
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 7:53 PM PST up reply actions
Blake 4 assists and no TURNOVERS lol
that would do it.
by dulciusEXasperis on Feb 17, 2010 7:53 PM PST up reply actions
Notice how the ball is swinging
Moving the ball gets open shots
I was looking at his A/TO today..
His last game he had 12 assists, and 1 turnover.. His turnovers are 1.3/game.. I think he’ll be a breath of fresh air.
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 7:56 PM PST up reply actions
EJ on the other hand... LOL
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 7:57 PM PST up reply actions
Because he can't dunk it from the free throw line
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 7:57 PM PST up reply actions
He can't dunk from the charge line..
Well, he can, but rarely does
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 7:59 PM PST up reply actions
Relax
that was a shitty pass from Sual
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 7:59 PM PST up reply actions
What has DJ done so far?
Seriously guys, what the hell. Why does everybody hate Kaman?
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 8:00 PM PST up reply actions
Why?
That’s what I don’t get. Is it the way he looks? I mean, others have commited turnovers, he shouldn’t be receiving hot pases on the move from Butler (that’s just stupid) and the only other guy who can play center (Jordan) has done exactly dick so far while Kaman has played well.
So ya, lets complain about Kaman!
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 8:02 PM PST up reply actions
don't hate him but he makes some ludicrous mistakes
by dulciusEXasperis on Feb 17, 2010 8:02 PM PST up reply actions
You're right
And when he’s out, we really fall apart. He just plays goofy sometimes.
It was an honest question
Is it the way he looks? If Kaman looked like Dwight Howard but played the exact same way, would people be so frustrated?
In any event, I used to argue that part of the Z-bo hate was the way he looked (overweight.)
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 8:07 PM PST up reply actions
His looks might be a factor
But he’s a quarter step slow, and sometimes his mind seems to mirror his physical lack of grace. A clunky fellow, yet with skills. He’s an easy target.
I don't hate Kaman, but...
you’re comparing a 6 year vet that gets $10 million/season vs. a sophomore that’s paid under $1 million/season..
We should expect more out of Kaman, at this point
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 8:02 PM PST up reply actions
Well, Kaman is the best player on the team. So we expect more and get more
For some though, they expect perfection from him. He’s a center. Center’s occasionaly turn the ball over. It happens.
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 8:03 PM PST up reply actions
its mostly the ridiculous turnovers and passes.
its incredible the amount of stupid turnovers he produces,
ie. everytime he makes a move in the post he puts the ball at his knees and he gets it stolen alot of the time.
also his poor rebounding and defense
HE doesn’t even go for the block anymore he just stares at the ball and if it’s a miss he won’t even get the rebound unless it comes straight to him.
I keep expecting his 3 footers to stop rattling out
They look good when he shoots them. I almost blame the rim.
Oh, okay
That’s fair I guess. I hope B Griff is good enough to be the number 1 option….
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 8:05 PM PST up reply actions
Sure
But again, that is true of a TON of big guys.
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 8:08 PM PST up reply actions
yes, so I think we have a diamond in the rough with Blake, judging from summer league
the dude was a great passer
he's probably going to eat it at halftime
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 8:08 PM PST up reply actions
Another airball FT for DJ.. LOL
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
Interview with Dun
is it halftime already;)
by dulciusEXasperis on Feb 17, 2010 8:18 PM PST reply actions
Why do they have to split the screen like this?
I don’t need to see Dunleavy’ talking. I’d like to see the game.
i dont think there has ever been a nba player
that airs more shots than Mardy
Goddamn I LOVE watching DJ
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
JUST WORK ON YOUR FREE THROWS!! LOL
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
They will...
It happened in the Memphis game. He played great, but Dun had to sit him down for Skinner late because DJ can’t make a free throw
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 8:24 PM PST up reply actions
blake already runs this offense better than BD after 15 mins
"Within every Clipper fan is a Laker hater."
We'll see
On defense, he looks like he’s gonna get stepped on.
Blake reminds me of a back up PG in college
where the player will shoot only as a last resort
by Michael White on Feb 17, 2010 8:28 PM PST up reply actions
Blowout baby.. blowout
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
why does thie team suck so much ?
it confuses me.
Damn you Kaman
How dare you be 5-7 for 11 points with 7 rebounds and only 1 turnover. If not for you the Clippers would win every game.
Coaches don't matter. - Bill Simmons, The Book of Basketball
Who Dat think they gon beat them Hawks!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
DJ made a free throw!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
lol just another airballed layup
good thing for DJ
This s*t isn't fair in truth
If Baron has to ride the bench so does Kaman
Blazer fan checking in. How's Blakey looking tonight?
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Yes he really does!
You guys will like him … I miss him in a Blazers uniform but he’ll hit the floor running like he always does. Was pretty sad he got traded but that’s the way it goes. Just wait until Outlaw gets back … he and Steve will do some damage (in a good way)!
Very cool! You'll enjoy him.
Maybe not a top-flight PG in this league, but he’s a very solid player. He doesn’t bring a lot of excitement to the table, but he also takes very little off of it.
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-Stephen Colbert
1 for 5
He’s got Clipperitis already.. LOL
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 9:13 PM PST up reply actions
Love watching Josh Smith
It’s like a light precursor for Blake
josh smith wanted to come here last year to. 2 bad we got baron instead
"Within every Clipper fan is a Laker hater."
as a blazer fan watching the game for blake, I have to say
your announcers are fantastic
Awesomeness (ô'səm-nes)
1. n. Something that inspires awe
2. n. Nicolas Batum
...and the national games.
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Thank you!
Best thing we have always had.
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 9:16 PM PST up reply actions
remember getting the clips feed earlier this year
easily one of the best 2 or 3 crews in the league. knowledgeable color guy, and neither one is nearly as annoyingly homeristic as most crews are.
(also a Blazer fan)
I think you’ll like Blake – solid spot up shooter, great guy to have sitting there waiting for the kickout pass. he’s kind of a play it safe point guard – not going to make too many flashy plays for you, but he won’t turn it over much either. as long as he’s not being asked to be too much of a halfcourt playmaker, he’ll give you solid, error-free play, knock down open shots, and manage a game well.
I think you’ll like Travis too. Dude is money on the one dribble pullup (might need to shake some rust off), and can shoot it over anyone – he doesn’t need space. also hits the corner 3 really well, and is athletic as can be. You’ll get frustrated at times by his low rebounding numbers considering his size and athleticism, and his habit of getting lost at times on defense, but he is a solid player and can score well.
"I want to be traded to a contender" is almost always code-speak for "I'm a loser."
-Dave, 2/5/2010: http://www.blazersedge.com/2010/2/5/1297509/no-amore-for-amare
I agree with your take on Blake, but I think Clipper fans will discover that Trout is Al Thornton 2.0
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trout may be a similar player in style to Thornton
but he is a MUCH better player
"I want to be traded to a contender" is almost always code-speak for "I'm a loser."
-Dave, 2/5/2010: http://www.blazersedge.com/2010/2/5/1297509/no-amore-for-amare
He's better
because Outlaw unlike AT can hit the 3 ball. That does a lot for a teams spacing.
FA in 2010.
by ClipperChuck on Feb 18, 2010 1:53 AM PST up reply actions
Blake take notes on those blocks
Though I think Griffin will be more of the Lebron catch you from behind type
funny how though I hate when Kaman settles for jumpers
That would have been the perfect time for a step jab free throw line jumper in rhythm
So Stevie my boy the Terp...
…is doing alright. He really plays well against the Lakers!
Yea I remember the terrapins when they won the natl championship.
I wonder what happen to Dixon now though.
by RockyMountain on Feb 17, 2010 9:19 PM PST up reply actions
Here is whathappened to Jaun
http://insider.espn.go.com/insider/video/pti?c=ALL+VIDEO&p=502986&s=5035191&entry=mrss
Real men are not afraid of riding pink wheels.
Error
Here is the correct link.
http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=4911133
Real men are not afraid of riding pink wheels.
BINGOOOOOOOOOO!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
Now it's the 4th quarter....
…y’all know what happens now!
Do you suppose we ought to get our hopes up?
At least I’m debating it
I got my hopes up last night when they cut it to 5 in the 4th...
so I dunno…
9:21 LAC - Offensive foul on C. Smith
by LancasterGordon4Eva on Feb 17, 2010 9:25 PM PST up reply actions
Hopefully we can reverse roles
We had the Hawks the whole game in our last meeting and lost in in the 4th time for payback
I love our Plaxico defense!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
Why do players make that foul behind the arc?
Just put your hands up, Brown
Something's missing.. Oh yeah, Camby
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 9:32 PM PST up reply actions
Horford was pretty good last game
He was the big factor in the 4th quarter run they had last game. We just don’t match-up will against energy bigs
Another career game...
…at the Clips expense!
God we turn it over SO much.. F'ing annoying
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
Oh man
I’m getting that same old taste in my mouth
14-3 by the Hawks?
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 9:37 PM PST up reply actions
28 pts in the paint
That is a damn shame the Hawks don’t have guys that can keep you out the paint. The have shot blockers but come on this is weak
Steve Blake
is shooting like Baron out there
9:21 LAC - Offensive foul on C. Smith
by LancasterGordon4Eva on Feb 17, 2010 9:38 PM PST reply actions
doesn't look like it.
The has lost all passion…..run and gun was interpreted as “Play no defense”. At this rate, the Clips will struggle to win 5 more games the rest of the way. It’s amazing how fast everything turned South.
This is going to be my team, and we're going to rise together.
-Clipper Darrell
WHERE'S THAT BOBBY BROWN HONK?
the guy who called anyone who doesn’t share his manlove for this scrub a “moron”.
your boy cost us this game (nice airball and foul on a 3 point shot to start the quarter). take a bow!
by Joe Wolf's Mullet on Feb 17, 2010 9:39 PM PST reply actions
Does it really matter?
We’re inching closer to more lottery balls.. Isn’t that the goal from here on out?
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 9:41 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
lol at thinking the Clippers had this in the bag
He just had his first Clipper moment he’s just becasue an official Clipper.
Bobby Brown?
Why, you’re talking about one of the NBA elite!
How much does this have to hurt for Steve Blake
Went from playoff race to lotto
Sux for him
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 9:45 PM PST up reply actions
When is the last time Novak made a 3?
9:21 LAC - Offensive foul on C. Smith
by LancasterGordon4Eva on Feb 17, 2010 9:47 PM PST reply actions
I thought Jeff Teague died
Wow where has he been
Wish Novak just would of become a chucker
So damn passive. When your only skill is as a shooter playing team ball on a ball dominant team you are hurting your own cause
with a double D!
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 9:55 PM PST up reply actions
LOL.. I'm 5 beers deep
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 10:00 PM PST up reply actions
hahaha.. I am, trust me
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 10:02 PM PST up reply actions
24 turnovers.. Yuck! I thought this is something that Hughes wanted to work on?? LOL
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 10:00 PM PST reply actions
Almost more TOs than assists
This is about as bad as the team has been for a few years. They weren’t this bad last year (were they?)
So are we keeping Gooden, or not?
"look, you can find any coach you want, bring him in here and run the situation. But I don't think they are going to do as good a job as I do." -Mike Dunleavy Sr.
by CLiPPz WeRD 12 on Feb 17, 2010 10:01 PM PST reply actions
welcome to the clippers outlaw and blake! im sure travis will be eager to get back on the court!
such a shame because blake seems like a nice guy. he was talking with the fans and signing stuff before the game.
by baron_davis needs a fro on Feb 17, 2010 10:06 PM PST via mobile reply actions
was weird waking up at halftime
no, not weird at all to see that the clips were losing, but i saw blake was starting the second half and ralph made some mention of “all the trades going on” and i was like “OH MY GOD, THEY DEALT BARON”. i guess MDsr isn’t a miracle worker. although he did do his job today. where’s the guy who yesterday was on all day crying the blues and saying how we would never get rid of bassy and we wouldn’t have room and sterling was being sterling, and refusing to wait and see what would happen? he’s mysteriously absent, guess he had to wash his hair or walk the dog. i think some of our fans have the same level bball IQ as our players, unfortunately.
by Joe Wolf's Mullet on Feb 17, 2010 10:41 PM PST reply actions
Moi?
I was at the game sitting courtside. I was here earlier before I had to grab dinner and go to the game.
Already addressed it, I’m thrilled we were able to move Bassy without even having to give up a draft pick. MDSr definitely did his job.
FA in 2010.
by ClipperChuck on Feb 18, 2010 1:57 AM PST up reply actions
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