tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post1550380124528431516..comments2024-03-28T03:18:35.837-04:00Comments on Dan Shanoff: Sunday 06/03 A.M. (Very) Quickie: Cavs!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-16542799326881820902007-06-04T08:17:00.000-04:002007-06-04T08:17:00.000-04:00actually, i made a point of watching and counting ...actually, i made a point of watching and counting to see how many travels LeBron got away with...and I really only came up with a couple, and none of those were when he was driving from the top of the key. <BR/>Varejao flops on occasion, but he doesn't flop even close to half the time. He is good at putting himself in position to get hit hard. <BR/>I'm surprised, still, that McDyess got tossed for that foul on Varejao...Don't know about it being close to a flagrant 2, but it was an intentional foul.rafaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09286062038193331350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-3182738964799202262007-06-04T08:15:00.000-04:002007-06-04T08:15:00.000-04:00What a great day today is. I have another reason t...What a great day today is. I have another reason to hate UF. Do you think Spurrier talked to Donovan before or after he committed to Orlando?chitown italianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05005966579859344446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-22231188303793216052007-06-04T08:00:00.000-04:002007-06-04T08:00:00.000-04:00I cant believe people are rooting for the Cavs to ...I cant believe people are rooting for the Cavs to win the title. If the city of Cleveland somehow wins a major sports title the world will end and hell will freeze over! just joking Cleveland.Mikepcflhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08980600874603719777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-25707881643545110722007-06-04T07:32:00.000-04:002007-06-04T07:32:00.000-04:00Don't be bitter Pistons fans, LeBron dominated you...Don't be bitter Pistons fans, LeBron dominated you and proved that your run is over. It was a nice run, but the problem is the further your team got away from Larry Brown, the worse they got. Wallace was a great pickup when you got him, but that team fell apart as the series went on and had a lot of internal feuding. <BR/><BR/>Also, don't ever complain about fouls on LeBron, he get hacked more than anyone this side of Shaq without actually getting a foul called. The reason the Cavs were at the FT line more was that they were the aggressors.Joeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00717708280637709412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-49565340697661325862007-06-03T23:50:00.000-04:002007-06-03T23:50:00.000-04:00matt -There's nothing to be done about it now; nob...matt -<BR/><BR/>There's nothing to be done about it now; nobody's taking the wins away, so you can stop pretending you didn't see what you saw. Your response to geoff's topical comment about Gibson was a complete non sequitur, and it's about time somebody mentioned the officiating disparities.<BR/><BR/>I think it's perfectly reasonable for Pistons fans to complain about foul calls, when Detroit loses a 2OT game after missing their 6th man for 46 minutes due to a foul that wouldn't have even been a flagrant if committed by, for instance, Drew Gooden.<BR/><BR/>And if you plan on getting any honest person on your side, I wouldn't bring up LeBron-based foul calls. Apparently he can't commit them, because he straight-up mugged Rip under the basket for no foul (and Bill Simmons wonders why the Pistons never attacked with the guy LeBron was guarding), and it's almost impossible to defend him cleanly when he can just tuck the ball like a fullback and charge in from the stripe without worrying about traveling calls.<BR/><BR/>And maybe I'm confused, but if you're referring to the Maxiell play that I think you're talking about, you're actually insane. JMax stepped right out of the King's way because he knew there was nothing good coming out of trying to defend him on a potential game-winner. Should have let LeBron lower his shoulder and flopped like that clown/girl/futballer Varejao.<BR/><BR/>And when it comes to foul calls, the defining moment has to be when McDyess got called for blocking when he was planted and his hands were down at his sides. One ref got it right, but apparently the guy who answers right to D. Stern knew the marching orders better and straightened him right out.<BR/><BR/>Now, remember, the series is over and the Cavs are in. No, Detroit probably didn't earn anything close to a win last night, giving Boobie all those open looks.<BR/><BR/>But don't insult us by lying about what you saw. That shit infuriates me.<BR/><BR/><BR/>geoff - Hopefully the 'Stones will pick up some superstar talent and find a more "watchable" style of basketball to play, so they can get some calls next year when it matters. Who do you think needs to be packaged with R. Wallace to get some Kobe around here?john (east lansing, mi)https://www.blogger.com/profile/03872457640564913468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-47934882317539898662007-06-03T23:14:00.000-04:002007-06-03T23:14:00.000-04:00Off-topic, but Dan's head is going to explode with...Off-topic, but Dan's head is going to explode with this story, LOL...<BR/> <BR/><A HREF="http://msn.foxsports.com/cbk/story/6883162" REL="nofollow">Sources: Donovan wants out of Magic deal</A>mattiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13140791869711206907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-53321212817023177062007-06-03T23:05:00.000-04:002007-06-03T23:05:00.000-04:00I know no one gave the Cavs much of a chance again...I know no one gave the Cavs much of a chance against Detroit, but Detroit is not San Antonio. The only real advantage the Pistons had over the Cavs was experience. I can't think of an area where San Antonio doesn't have the advantage. Mike Brown couldn't even out coach Flip Saunders. Can you imagine what Pop is going to do to him. This will be a great learning experience for the Cavs though. Spurs in 5CoCohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03580418511916359036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-66071955133457441122007-06-03T19:36:00.000-04:002007-06-03T19:36:00.000-04:00@seth. yes but the player both teams are built aro...@seth. <BR/><BR/>yes but the player both teams are built around were first overall picks. <BR/><BR/>duncan james.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-62433290823300395232007-06-03T17:45:00.000-04:002007-06-03T17:45:00.000-04:00cycledan~ Great job on the ride today!cycledan~ Great job on the ride today!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11071405721004631626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-58484721580793347352007-06-03T17:44:00.000-04:002007-06-03T17:44:00.000-04:00The Cavs have depth...they have go-to guys to step...The Cavs have depth...they have go-to guys to step up the D, and get shots they need. <BR/><BR/>Don't forget...Mike Brown and Danny Ferry were a part of the Spurs' organization just a few years ago. They know what has to be done.<BR/><BR/>No one gave the Cavs a chance in this ECF series, so it's no surprise that they are not getting a chance in the Finals either. I can see them winning it in 6, but I am a Cleveland fan, so....<BR/><BR/>matt~ I bet it was INSANE downtown last night! It's pretty exciting around here!<BR/><BR/>GO CAVS!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11071405721004631626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-40065005321603984342007-06-03T17:41:00.000-04:002007-06-03T17:41:00.000-04:00So is Daniel Gibson for real, or will he be forgot...So is Daniel Gibson for real, or will he be forgotten in a few months?Nickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04826273337412484720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-18476772564438052342007-06-03T17:23:00.000-04:002007-06-03T17:23:00.000-04:00You have to say, there has never been a player pre...You have to say, there has never been a player pre-NBA hyped as much as LeBron. There was no way he could live up to the hype - yet he did. Wow.<BR/><BR/>Ottawa showed some sack to come back from 3-2 and make the series 2-1. If they went down 3-0, it was defacto over.<BR/><BR/>I set my own personal best today. I rode my bike 105 miles today and we averaged 20.5 mph. We got slowed down by a couple of flats but a fun but tiring ride otherwise.CycleDanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08933822029791530613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-44037354837422491942007-06-03T14:35:00.000-04:002007-06-03T14:35:00.000-04:00Just remember, the Cavs were 2-0 vs the Spurs this...Just remember, the Cavs were 2-0 vs the Spurs this season. I'm not sure if they can win it or not, but I like their chances. One thing I do know is that they will not get swept. One thing that could really play in their favor is the 2-3-2 format. If they can win 1 of the first 2 and then go home for 3 straight they could just win the thing.Joeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00717708280637709412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-30629712481184162762007-06-03T14:19:00.000-04:002007-06-03T14:19:00.000-04:00the cavs have no way to beat the spurs like they h...the cavs have no way to beat the spurs like they had no way of beating the pistons right? <BR/><BR/>the cavs defense is largely underrated guys...and if gooden can show up every night...<BR/>cavs in 6Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04011106339596396619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-5595217781149050222007-06-03T14:10:00.000-04:002007-06-03T14:10:00.000-04:00When a team plays as physical as the Cavs and also...When a team plays as physical as the Cavs and also shoots 19 more free throws, something is wrong. Whatever. Poor officiating is basically the theme of the entire season anyway.<BR/><BR/>Spurs in 4 or 5. Just no way the Cavs beat them.Geoffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03914758963177267247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-75912591434377452692007-06-03T14:05:00.000-04:002007-06-03T14:05:00.000-04:00Gibson got free throws because he went to the bask...Gibson got free throws because he went to the basket. Detroit kept shifting to him too late, thus they fouled.<BR/><BR/>Still, I think Spurs in 5. LeBron and Gibson are two good pieces. They need more depth to beat SArafaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09286062038193331350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-65253972470689083752007-06-03T14:04:00.000-04:002007-06-03T14:04:00.000-04:00i love it when a pistons fan complains about foul ...i love it when a pistons fan complains about foul calls. look at lebrons drive at the end of BOTH game 2 and 5. hamilton was all over LBJ at the end of 2 and Maxiel fould lebron at the end of 5. Gibson got to the line because he was aggressive and too fast for the stones.<BR/><BR/>i was in downtown cleveland last night(not at the game, at a bar called The Clevelander) and it was simply out of control. After the game Ontario street (where the Q is) and it was basically shut down for an hour. you had 20k people from the cavs game. 40k from the tribe and another 25 k in the downtown area. in 24 and it was one of the best sports moments in my life. <BR/>Cavs in 6..we match up well with the spurs and the emergence of gibson makes me believe it any more<BR/>GO CAVALIERS!!!Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04011106339596396619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-24024033912843862452007-06-03T13:21:00.000-04:002007-06-03T13:21:00.000-04:00spurs in 6.and only because its 2-3-2 (otherwise, ...spurs in 6.<BR/><BR/>and only because its 2-3-2 (otherwise, 5)Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02094131728444214869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-12759836111598760162007-06-03T13:09:00.000-04:002007-06-03T13:09:00.000-04:00I was hoping the NBA finals would be a dud.Only re...I was hoping the NBA finals would be a dud.Only reason,is to get it off ABC/ESPN soon and then move it back to NBC or CBS in a few more years.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-64878607926215736952007-06-03T11:41:00.000-04:002007-06-03T11:41:00.000-04:00Glad Gibson already gets superstar treatment from ...Glad Gibson already gets superstar treatment from the refs. Got almost as many free throw attempts as all 5 Piston starters combined. Absurd.Geoffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03914758963177267247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-40864495465176563072007-06-03T11:17:00.000-04:002007-06-03T11:17:00.000-04:00After last night, I think Cleveland may have a cha...After last night, I think Cleveland may have a chance.<BR/><BR/>LeBron didn't have to dominate and they won handily. I know the Spurs are the best team but the Pistons were supposed to be the second best.Matt Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12025500546395746323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-24509520816270422702007-06-03T11:15:00.000-04:002007-06-03T11:15:00.000-04:00Boozer was a second round pick and he was the Jazz...Boozer was a second round pick and he was the Jazz best player. Manu was a seconder rounder. Bowen was undrafted. Gibson and Varejao were both second rounders. Also of note, Hughes, Gooden and Marshall were all lottery picks.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10958374367346733534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33624629.post-65062457237415517682007-06-03T11:07:00.000-04:002007-06-03T11:07:00.000-04:00There was a pretty good hockey game on last night,...There was a pretty good hockey game on last night, too.<BR/><BR/>Just sayin'.The Legend of Vincent Tremblayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12141687990907230328noreply@blogger.com