****OFFICIAL NBA Regular Season Thread****

[dirk digler]

Let's get it on... finally

[DaKCMan AP]

:thumb:

I'm ready.. some good games today!

[RealSNR]

Everybody ready for this wild ass prediction?

Here it goes.

The Minnesota Timberwolves will make the playoffs this year.

I know, I know. But I've been watching Kevin Love and Beasley play together. Derrick Williams is really doing a fantastic job as well. Adelman will give these guys something they haven't had in the years under Rambis- coaching. QUALITY coaching. I think that's what they really really needed, and they'll get it.

[dirk digler]

Today's slate of games:

11:00 AM - Knicks at Celtics - TNT

1:30PM - Finals Rematch Heat at Dallas - ABC

4:00PM - Bulls at Lakers - ABC

7:00PM - Orlando at Oklahoma City - ESPN

9:30PM - Clippers at Golden State - ESPN

[DaKCMan AP]

Today's slate of games:

11:00 AM - Knicks at Celtics - TNT

1:30PM - Finals Rematch Heat at Dallas - ABC

4:00PM - Bulls at Lakers - ABC

7:00PM - Orlando at Oklahoma City - ESPN

9:30PM - Clippers at Golden State - ESPN

I'll watch the first 3 games. Switch to SNF at 8pm and then catch some of the Clippers later.

[dirk digler]

Everybody ready for this wild ass prediction?

Here it goes.

The Minnesota Timberwolves will make the playoffs this year.

I know, I know. But I've been watching Kevin Love and Beasley play together. Derrick Williams is really doing a fantastic job as well. Adelman will give these guys something they haven't had in the years under Rambis- coaching. QUALITY coaching. I think that's what they really really needed, and they'll get it.

I don't think it is that wild. I watched the Timberwolves game in preseason and with Rubio and the 2 big men they are going to be a tough out. I definitely think they will be in the playoffs

[dirk digler]

WTF? Rondo hits both of his FT's

[DaKCMan AP]

Every team has holes. The Knicks back court is below average. The Celtics are geriatric and although I like Brandon Bass they'll miss not having either Big Baby or Perkins.

[Fritz88]

They should shorten the NBA season.
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[KC native]

GO SPURS GO!!!!!

[DaKCMan AP]

Jermaine O'Neal is a waste of oxygen.

[dirk digler]

Not a good start for my Celtics except for Rondo

[DaKCMan AP]

Not a good start for my Celtics except for Rondo

The Celtics have to pray that Rondo can consistently knock down that mid-range jumper.

[dirk digler]

The Celtics have to pray that Rondo can consistently knock down that mid-range jumper.

It is really early but it looks like Rondo took all the criticism to heart and has worked on his FT's and jumpshot this off season.

[DaKCMan AP]

It is really early but it looks like Rondo took all the criticism to heart and has worked on his FT's and jumpshot this off season.

So far he looks better in that aspect but the season will tell the story.

[teedubya]

This must be where the 12% who give a shit about NBA hang out?

[Spott]

Lebron James is still a bitch without a ring.

[DaKCMan AP]

Lebron James is still a bitch without a ring.

Say that as much as you can now because you won't be able to after June.

[DaKCMan AP]

Charles has slimmed down some. Shaq is such a fake POS. Fraud.

[Hammock Parties]

Shaq is hilarious.

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[DaKCMan AP]

Shaq is hilarious.

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Shaq is funny. Just wish he wouldn't pretend to be a nice, family-friendly dude.

[kcxiv]

Count Me in as that 12 percent. Lets go Lakers

[tk13]

At least the officiating is in mid-season form.

[DaKCMan AP]

At least the officiating is in mid-season form.

LMAO

Joey Crawford is out of control.

[DaKCMan AP]

Wade blocks VC then hits Bron for an easy layup. :)

[Bump]

the NBA can kiss my ass, greedy assholes.

[DaKCMan AP]

the NBA can kiss my ass, greedy assholes.

The NFL isn't greedy? ROFL

[Bump]

The NFL isn't greedy? ROFL

at least they got the season started on time. The NBA doesn't get even remotely interesting until a week before the playoffs start.

[SAUTO]

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[DaKCMan AP]

Vince Carter should just retire. He's terrible.

[DaKCMan AP]

Love Norris Cole.

[DaKCMan AP]

Love Norris Cole.

Kid is fun to watch. I don't think it'll take long for him to get more minutes than Chalmers.

[DaKCMan AP]

MIAMI 32
dallas 17

End of 1

[Shogun]

My C's lost :(

Oh well, no Pierce, and Rondo shit on them

[DaKCMan AP]

Dallas getting raped. LMAO

[DaKCMan AP]

Despite an awful 12/20 from the FT line, Miami up 21 at half.

[Hammock Parties]

Dallas getting raped. LMAO

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[DaKCMan AP]

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[Demonpenz]

After watching NCAA so much, the talent level in the NBA is unreal.

[KC_Connection]

After watching NCAA so much, the talent level in the NBA is unreal.
Yeah...it's quite something to go from watching KU to watching these guys. It's amazing how ridiculously good they are.

[KC_Connection]

Dallas is undoubtedly going to be inferior this season without Chandler. They just won't be anywhere near as good defensively.

Miami should finish with the best record in the East this season, not Chicago. But, of course, whether they win a championship will come down to LeBron's ability to perform in the clutch in the playoffs.

[okcchief]

This game pretty much went as expected. It's gonna take Dallas some time to gel and even when they do they won't be what they were.

Miami is definitely the team that strikes fear in me this year.

Going to the Peak now. Thunder up bitches!!!!

[KC_Connection]

at least they got the season started on time. The NBA doesn't get even remotely interesting until a week before the playoffs start.
So then why do you care whether they got the season started on time then?

[Hammock Parties]

http://ballb4all.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/dwyane-wade-championship.jpg

*

[Bump]

Shaq is funny. Just wish he wouldn't pretend to be a nice, family-friendly dude.

what type of person is he? He doesn't come across as a bad person to me. He's goofy and arrogant but he has earned the right to be cocky, he's the most dominating player in history.

[Bump]

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I love Mark Cuban, I would be exactly like him if I were in his shoes.

[DaKCMan AP]

what type of person is he? He doesn't come across as a bad person to me. He's goofy and arrogant but he has earned the right to be cocky, he's the most dominating player in history.

When the lights and cameras are off he's an asshole.

[KC_Connection]

When the lights and cameras are off he's an asshole.
Sounds like a lot of NBA players.

[DaKCMan AP]

Sounds like a lot of NBA players.

Probably.

[Bump]

When the lights and cameras are off he's an asshole.

most rich people are

I take it that he turned the other cheek when you asked for his autograph?

[Easy 6]

When the lights and cameras are off he's an asshole.

I started believing that after reading his book many years ago, theres a barely restrained arrogance all through it.

[DaKCMan AP]

most rich people are

I take it that he turned the other cheek when you asked for his autograph?

I have no desire for anyone's autograph. Unless it's on a check made out to me.

[Buck]

Damn, the Heat destroyed the Mavs, huh?

I forgot that the games were on. How did the Knicks/Celts look?

[Buck]

Fucking Rose. He's too good.

[Buck]

You've gotta be fucking kidding me.

Why the fuck did Kobe try to pass that to Gasol?

Just take the foul!

[Buck]

God Damnit.

That was so gay.

[ChiefsCountry]

Not a bad start to the NBA season with the Celtics and Lakers losing, and the Heat blowing out the Mavs.

[-King-]

Worst 4 minutes of basketball I've ever seen.
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[Spott]

Hell yeah, nice win to start the season. Way to pull it out of the fire Chicago. :)

[Hammock Parties]

That was definitely an up and down in the Lakers game. Horrible non call.

[-King-]

That was definitely an up and down in the Lakers game. Horrible non call.

The foul on kobe a minute earlier was even worse. He didn't even touch him.

With that said, Lakers didn't deserve to win that game. Those last few minutes were fucking awful.
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[Chiefs Pantalones]

Hell yeah, nice win to start the season. Way to pull it out of the fire Chicago. :)

Amen! D-Rose MVP!!!

[dirk digler]

I was stuck with my g/f family all day and missed the first 3 games. I see the Mavs were MIA today as well

[dirk digler]

Thunder killing the Magic. And I don't care what anyone says Durant is the best player in the NBA right now

[ChiefsCountry]

Thunder killing the Magic. And I don't care what anyone says Durant is the best player in the NBA right now

Maybe best scorer, LeBron is the best player.

[dirk digler]

Maybe best scorer, LeBron is the best player.

1b :p

[Chiefs Pantalones]

1b :p

Kobe's play has declined quite a bit he's not the best player anymore IMO. Still good no doubt but not like he used to be.

[dirk digler]

DTV is offering NBA League Pass for free now through 1-8-12.

Some decent games tonight especially the Thunder vs Timberwolves. I am kind of excited to see the new look Wolves.

[Buck]

Don't tell anyone, but I'm a closet Spurs fan now.

[Al Bundy]

Buck were you a San Diego Clippers fan? Or were they out of SD before you were born?

[Buck]

Buck were you a San Diego Clippers fan? Or were they out of SD before you were born?

I'm not sure when they left but I've been a Lakers fan since 99.

[KC_Connection]

Maybe best scorer, LeBron is the best player.
Yeah...it's LeBron. Even if he does choke in the NBA finals.

[dirk digler]

starting to get chippy in the Wolves game

[Buck]

Westbrook has always had a short temper.

[Buck]

And not to sound gay or anything, but Kevin Love looks much better with hair.

[PunkinDrublic]

That was a cute little blowout yesterday by the heat. Too bad it's meaningless. The whole world saw how soft Lebron really is when faced with adversity in the finals.

[Al Bundy]

I'm not sure when they left but I've been a Lakers fan since 99.

They moved in 1984.

[Buck]

That was a cute little blowout yesterday by the heat. Too bad it's meaningless. The whole world saw how soft Lebron really is when faced with adversity in the finals.

Someone is upset.

[Buck]

They moved in 1984.

Ah. I was born in 86.

I didn't find out the Clippers came from San Diego until about 5 years ago or else I probably would have rolled with them.

[Spott]

They moved in 1984.

Dang, I thought they had been in LA longer than that. That's about the same time the Kings left KC.

[PunkinDrublic]

Someone is upset.

Not really I'm still on a buzz from last years championship. I'm just wondering when Labron will start getting the soft label. Dirk got it unfairly for years. Labron falls apart when it counts, when does he get the label?

[okcchief]

DTV is offering NBA League Pass for free now through 1-8-12.

Some decent games tonight especially the Thunder vs Timberwolves. I am kind of excited to see the new look Wolves.

Minnesota could be a playoff team this year.

[dirk digler]

Rubio!

[okcchief]

Not really I'm still on a buzz from last years championship. I'm just wondering when Labron will start getting the soft label. Dirk got it unfairly for years. Labron falls apart when it counts, when does he get the label?

Many people have put that label on him.

[dirk digler]

nice behind the back between 2 players legs pass by Love

[okcchief]

Glad to only be down 1. Shitty shot selection in the 1st quarter.

[dirk digler]

what a pass by Rubio

[okcchief]

I love seeing Perk in shape and able to run with us.

Minnesota is fun to watch. Their fans should be excited.

[DaKCMan AP]

That was a cute little blowout yesterday by the heat. Too bad it's meaningless. The whole world saw how soft Lebron really is when faced with adversity in the finals.

:deevee:

Not really I'm still on a buzz from last years championship. I'm just wondering when Labron will start getting the soft label. Dirk got it unfairly for years. Labron falls apart when it counts, when does he get the label?

:deevee: :deevee:

[okcchief]

We are taking WAY too many 3's.

[dirk digler]

lol nice move by Westbrook

[Al Bundy]

Ah. I was born in 86.

I didn't find out the Clippers came from San Diego until about 5 years ago or else I probably would have rolled with them.

They have been complete shit for most of your life. I imagine if I lived in So Cal, I would have been a Lakers fan, too. As it stands I am a Warriors fan.

[Buck]

I'm watching the Spurs/Grizz game.

The officiating in this game is atrocious. It's not really a fun game to watch.

[dirk digler]

Is it too early to say the Mavs suck? the way they are looking right now they might not make the playoffs

[dirk digler]

this is embarrassing for the Mavs. Down 24 soon to be 26 in the first half. They don't even act like they are trying

[okcchief]

The Mavs definitely look like a different team. May have lost the fire. Plenty of time to turn it around but they look like they are celebrating from last year.

[okcchief]

I still hate JJ's Hobbit ass.

[-King-]

Wrong thread.

[dirk digler]

big 12 rematch Beasley vs Durant

[58-4ever]

big 12 rematch Beasley vs Durant

Not even close.. In many ways

[dirk digler]

Not even close.. In many ways

For some reason I thought they played each against each other in the big 12 but I see they were separated by 1 year

[okcchief]

Again, fuck JJ. Flopping piece of shit.

[dirk digler]

what a fucking pass by Rubio to Williams.

[okcchief]

Rubio is something else.

[58-4ever]

Rubio is something else.

He will be fun To watch. He will need to develop a jump shot.

[dirk digler]

Does Aldrich suck so bad he can't even get a couple of minutes for OKC?

[Al Bundy]

Phoenix looks awful.

[okcchief]

Does Aldrich suck so bad he can't even get a couple of minutes for OKC?

He's getting better. He played better in pre-season that Nazr. I would rather him get those minutes to be honest.

Dallas is stupid for letting JJ go. He is such a problem for other teams.

[Buck]

I really only care about the Spurs because of Kawhi Leonard.

He's playing great defense but he can't follow with layups. Hasn't made a shot all night except for one free throw....and as I type that he makes his first bucket.

[dirk digler]

that was a bullshit call

[Buck]

Manu Ginobili is fucking good.

[okcchief]

Manu Ginobili is fucking good.

Very

[Buck]

Wait until you see this dime from Manu on Sports Center. It should be in the top 3 plays.

[dirk digler]

He's getting better. He played better in pre-season that Nazr. I would rather him get those minutes to be honest.

Dallas is stupid for letting JJ go. He is such a problem for other teams.

thanks. Cole was a good defender in college so I am kind of surprised he isn't getting some minutes. It is not like they ask their centers to score points

[okcchief]

Hey Russ. Wanna get KD the fucking ball? Thanks!

[Buck]

I can't believe these refs in the Spurs game. So ridiculous.

[okcchief]

thanks. Cole was a good defender in college so I am kind of surprised he isn't getting some minutes. It is not like they ask their centers to score points

He will be soon.

[dirk digler]

How was that not a foul on Perkins?

[okcchief]

Good win against a young hungry team following a back to back.

Perk looks great.

If Brooks can't find a way to get KD the ball in the last 6 minutes of the game he needs to move the fuck along. Our offensive execution at the end of games has to improve this year.

Russ, I love you but get your boy the ball. I'd rather see Harden taking jumpers at the end of the game.

[RealSNR]

Disappointing loss for the Wolves, but they gotta be happy. They played the Thunder tight and made them sweat pretty hard to get this win. If those few idiot turnovers by that dumbass Beasley didn't happen, we might have had overtime.

I was Rubio's biggest skeptic, but I watched him in preseason and knew he'd do well. He needs to take Luke fucking Ridenour out of the starting lineup ASAP. Barea and Rubio on the court at the same time is pretty fun to watch.

[okcchief]

Disappointing loss for the Wolves, but they gotta be happy. They played the Thunder tight and made them sweat pretty hard to get this win. If those few idiot turnovers by that dumbass Beasley didn't happen, we might have had overtime.

I was Rubio's biggest skeptic, but I watched him in preseason and knew he'd do well. He needs to take Luke fucking Ridenour out of the starting lineup ASAP. Barea and Rubio on the court at the same time is pretty fun to watch.

I have no clue why they are starting Ridenour. I think the T-Wolves are a playoff team. They were a pretty tough matchup for OKC last year even though we swept them. You add Rubio, Williams and JJ FUCKFACE and they are a tough out. I think they could be a 6-8 seed in the West. If not, they'll be good in the coming years if they keep it together.

[RealSNR]

I have no clue why they are starting Ridenour. I think the T-Wolves are a playoff team. They were a pretty tough matchup for OKC last year even though we swept them. You add Rubio, Williams and JJ FUCKFACE and they are a tough out. I think they could be a 6-8 seed in the West. If not, they'll be good in the coming years if they keep it together.The thing is, I remember those TWolves teams when it was just Garnett and a bunch of other guys. They had guys like Chauncy Billups, who was a fucking bitch and not at all a good player at the time. Then they had Anthony Peeler, Gary Trent, Joe Smith, and Rasho Nesterovic at STARTING center. Wally Sczerbiak was the best player on the team not named Kevin Garnett. It was really ugly, but Flip Saunders had them playing good basketball.

This (should be) starting lineup with Rubio, Barea, Williams, Love, and Darko is FAR more talented from top to bottom. Only difference is Kevin Garnett vs Kevin Love. Hell, even Wes Johnson off the bench is far better quality than anything those old teams had. Adelman's the kind of coach that can get these guys working together to play good basketball. That's what they've been missing from Kurt Rambis all these years.

[okcchief]

Adelman is the reason they will be a playoff team. They have the talent and the guy doesn't lose. I see them being like the Thunder 2 years ago or Grizzlies last year. They may be the last seed but whoever draws them is going to have their hands full.

[Al Bundy]

Golden State put the clamp down on Rose tonight. I think 4-17 shooting.

[Al Bundy]

The thing is, I remember those TWolves teams when it was just Garnett and a bunch of other guys. They had guys like Chauncy Billups, who was a ****ing bitch and not at all a good player at the time. Then they had Anthony Peeler, Gary Trent, Joe Smith, and Rasho Nesterovic at STARTING center. Wally Sczerbiak was the best player on the team not named Kevin Garnett. It was really ugly, but Flip Saunders had them playing good basketball.

This (should be) starting lineup with Rubio, Barea, Williams, Love, and Darko is FAR more talented from top to bottom. Only difference is Kevin Garnett vs Kevin Love. Hell, even Wes Johnson off the bench is far better quality than anything those old teams had. Adelman's the kind of coach that can get these guys working together to play good basketball. That's what they've been missing from Kurt Rambis all these years.

Was that after Marbury?

[Buck]

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[DaKCMan AP]

Yeah, Heat are winning it all this year. No one can hang.

[okcchief]

Yeah, Heat are winning it all this year. No one can hang.

Talk about pre-mature.

[Buck]

Yeah, Heat are winning it all this year. No one can hang.

I know it's only 2 games in, but I was thinking the same thing watching this game.

You guys are the odds on favorite, that's for sure.

Maybe OKC can knock you off, but I think that's about it.

[stonedstooge]

Yeah, Heat are winning it all this year. No one can hang.

Repost. Already heard it from the analysts on Sunday at half-time of their first game

[okcchief]

You are basing your title on beating Dallas who obviously doesn't have their shit together and a Boston team without Pierce. I agree Miami is the favorite but your statement is idiotic. There are teams that can hang.

[ChiefsCountry]

Norris Cole might be the best upgrade the Heat did. Its great to get a young guy and all the other trash out.

[tk13]

The Buffalo Bills are winning the Super Bowl this year!

[KC_Connection]

Yeah, Heat are winning it all this year. No one can hang.
Is there a good reason to think LeBron won't choke in the NBA Finals again?

Miami may be the best team in the NBA (and I think they certainly are), but it doesn't mean a damn thing if they can't perform at the end.

[okcchief]

Norris Cole might be the best upgrade the Heat did. Its great to get a young guy and all the other trash out.

He looked good tonight.

[Urc Burry]

What a steal N. Cole was.

And I only saw the highlights of last game but Ricky Rubio can pass the rock! Wow I didn't see him panning out

[CoMoChief]

Lol..just had a Quin Snyder sighting on the Lakers bench.

[Buck]

Bobcats hanging tough with the Heat.

Its' 82-80 Miami with 5 min left in the 4th.

[Buck]

Chris Bosh just posterized Diaw.

[Al Bundy]

I really hate Bosh, he looks like a bitch.

[Al Bundy]

and I think it was DJ White that dunked on.

[Buck]

and I think it was DJ White that dunked on.

Nope, Boris Diaw.

[Buck]

Bobcats up 1 with 12 seconds to go, Heat inbounding.

[Al Bundy]

Ohh I thought it was Diaw that got shook heading towards the lane.

[Buck]

Heat up 1 with 2.9 seconds left, Bobcats inbounding.

[Buck]

Heat win.

Wow good game.

[Al Bundy]

Damn... what a game. I still hate the Heat all of the bandwagon Heat fans make me ill.

[Al Bundy]

OKC-Memphis turning into a good game down the stretch.

[KevB]

Denver is just whipping Utah, my gosh. Utah getting run out of the gym two straight nights.

[Al Bundy]

The second half for the Warriors was awesome last night. Brandon Rush had a very good second half.

[okcchief]

Jackson has the Warriors playing D. We'll see if it lasts. I'm just glad I don't have to hear his commentary anymore :)

[dirk digler]

Good game going on now with the Mavs vs Thunder.

93-91 Thunder

[dirk digler]

Westbrook redeeming himself this quarter. Looks like the Mavs will be 0-3

[DaKCMan AP]

Wow, VC rose from the grave.

[dirk digler]

LMAO or not Vince Carter with the killer 3

[Buck]

Vinsanity!!!!

[DaKCMan AP]

..and Durant says FU.

[dirk digler]

LMAO LMAO


or not

DURANT

[Buck]

Dursanity!!!!

[tk13]

Durant. Dagger.

[dirk digler]

what a fucking killer shot by Durant

best player in the NBA

[ragedogg69]

As much as i hate the nba for destroying the college game, it doesnt get much better than that.

[Buck]

I think I'm becoming more of a neutral NBA fan. I like watching a lot of different teams.

[KC_Connection]

Durant just took away Vincent Lamar Carter's last chance at glory.

[KC_Connection]

best player in the NBA
Still no. But he's clutch at least.

[okcchief]

I'm glad to say I was there. I totally lost my shit when he hit that shot. KD had added some tools in the offseason. The dude is becoming truly special.

I still think we are far from playing our best basketball but I'll take the 4-0 start.

Now if I can wind down and sleep. The last 6 minutes of that game was playoff atmosphere. Fanfuckingtastic!

[okcchief]

Still no. But he's clutch at least.

He's working on it. He's still just 23 :)

[-King-]

Lakers win. Shut down the Knicks offense.

Get Bynum back next game.

[okcchief]

Nice play by LeBron and Wade to pull out the win. Another tough loss for the T-Wolves.

[-King-]

Dallas looks to be headed toward their first win.

[dirk digler]

Suns are getting rolled by the Thunder but I had no idea Markieff Morris could make NBA 3's.

[Buck]

By the way, Bynum was dominant in his debut tonight.

[dirk digler]

By the way, Bynum was dominant in his debut tonight.

Fresh legs

[dirk digler]

Aldrich finally gets in the game with the Thunder up by 20, then gets beat to the basket by Hakim Warrick

[DaKCMan AP]

Norris Cole is the truth.

[Simplicity]

New York Knicks. That is all.

[DaKCMan AP]

Heat 65
Bobcats 37

Half

LMAO

[dirk digler]

Heat 65
Bobcats 37

Half

LMAO

just saw that wow. They barely beat them the other night but tonight are destroying them

[KevB]

DeMarcus Cousins demands a trade from the Kings, so they sent him home. He's not with the team for their game in NO. Now his agent comes out and says Cousins hasn't demanded a trade. He is the king of knuckleheads.

[dirk digler]

Rondo owning Wall right now

[dirk digler]

Rondo with the tripe double woohoo

[dirk digler]

RUBIO dominating the Mavs and the Wolves are going to get their first win against the defending champs.

[KevB]

RUBIO dominating the Mavs and the Wolves are going to get their first win against the defending champs.

Rubio just passed one through Dirk's legs to get an assist.

[58-4ever]

Rubio just passed one through Dirk's legs to get an assist.

I was extremely impressed with wha I saw of him against the Thunder. The Wolves have talent, they just don't win. Not sure if that will ever change.

[dirk digler]

Ouch Beasley dislocated his finger and is saying he can see the bone

[dirk digler]

Rubio just passed one through Dirk's legs to get an assist.

That was awesome. The Wolves are going to be one of my favorite teams to watch because of Rubio. He is just fun to watch

[okcchief]

The Wolves are a lot of fun to watch. Glad to see they finally picked up a win.

[dirk digler]

Kobe with the late turnover and Bynum chokes on his FT's to lose the game against the Nuggets

[KevB]

That was awesome. The Wolves are going to be one of my favorite teams to watch because of Rubio. He is just fun to watch

Absolutely, right there with you. Rubio, Love, Beasley (KStater here) all fun to see. I expected more from Wesley Johnson, disappointed he hasn't turned into more of a player for them.

[tk13]

http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7411759/sacramento-kings-demarcus-cousins-seeks-trade-banished-team

Apparently DeMarcus Cousins has demanded a trade from the Kings, and has been told to stay home.

[DaKCMan AP]

Miami & OKC only two undefeated teams left.

Miami hosts Atlanta tonight while OKC plays @ Dallas.

[KCBOSS1]

Oh, have they started playing?....meh

[Delano]

Miami & OKC only two undefeated teams left.

Both teams my Wolves nearly beat. Minnesota looks tough at home. Rubio is the real deal and I'm counting down until Ridnour loses the starting spot.

Derrick Williams and Kevin Love make it nearly impossible for opposing teams to rebound. Dario plays pretty well in spots. I agree that Wes Johnson is a disappointment; he plays with very little confidence and often passes up the catch and shoot three pointer that needs to be his bread and butter.

[Delano]

Oh, have they started playing?....meh

You're completely living in the past, guy, if you think the NBA is an unexciting product.

[RealSNR]

Absolutely, right there with you. Rubio, Love, Beasley (KStater here) all fun to see. I expected more from Wesley Johnson, disappointed he hasn't turned into more of a player for them.Adelman is a hater of Wes Johnson. Won't put him on the court for some reason.

I do like that he's finally putting out guys that play defense like Tony Tolliver. That's something Rambis could never figure out- the fact that different players DO have different skill sets and you need to put them on the court when you need something out of them.

The Wolves right now kind of have a logjam at the 3 with DWill, Beasley, and Wes. One of them will probably get traded this year.

[vailpass]

How are the NBA tv ratings so far this season? Did the strike hurt their progress any or are they picking up where they left off last year?

[DaKCMan AP]

How are the NBA tv ratings so far this season? Did the strike hurt their progress any or are they picking up where they left off last year?

The X-mas day season tip-off drew higher ratings than last season's X-mas games.

[dirk digler]

How are the NBA tv ratings so far this season? Did the strike hurt their progress any or are they picking up where they left off last year?

Better than last year.

[KevB]

Oh, have they started playing?....meh

Thanks, that's incredibly useful to this thread.

[KevB]

I agree that Wes Johnson is a disappointment; he plays with very little confidence and often passes up the catch and shoot three pointer that needs to be his bread and butter.

He is a very good shooter, but he's also long and an explosive athlete. He has the skills to be good on both ends, surprised it hasn't come together for him yet.

[-King-]

RUBIO dominating the Mavs and the Wolves are going to get their first win against the defending champs.

This is what you get when you take an already old team and you make it even older in the off season. Cuban fucked up. Instead of bitching about the Lakers getting CP3, he should have been worried about how he has no good players under 30.

[DaKCMan AP]

Atlanta 47
Miami 50

Half

Norris Cole with 9pts on 4/7 shooting and Shane Battier finally sunk a 3 as a member of the Miami Heat.

[DaKCMan AP]

Wade struggling tonight. Heat down 4 with 3mins left.

[DaKCMan AP]

Wade struggling tonight. Heat down 4 with 3mins left.

Make that down 9. Atlanta has played great tonight.

[dirk digler]

Atlanta is young enough and athletic enough to run with Miami

[dirk digler]

that should do it. Heat finally loses

[DaKCMan AP]

Back to backs will be brutal for teams this year. Atlanta definitely earned the W tonight.

[The Bad Guy]

Manu broke his hand. Fantasy owners everywhere weep.

[dirk digler]

I thought the Nets would be better but they are really bad so far

[dirk digler]

Pierce with the dagger 3..yes

[dirk digler]

Manu broke his hand. Fantasy owners everywhere weep.

what about Spur fans?

[The Bad Guy]

what about Spur fans?

Popavich will rebound nicely and find the right combo to hold him over.

I have to patch my lineup together now.

[okcchief]

The Thunder playing like shit tonight.

[dirk digler]

I have to say I love NBA league Pass I might have to consider purchasing this after the free trial expires.

And Toronto just beat the Knicks which is awesome because I feel sorry for the Raptors :D

[The Bad Guy]

I have to say I love NBA league Pass I might have to consider purchasing this after the free trial expires.

And Toronto just beat the Knicks which is awesome because I feel sorry for the Raptors :D

I feel the same way. The preview has got me hooked.

I'm going to just order it and listen to the wife bitch later.

[dirk digler]

I feel the same way. The preview has got me hooked.

I'm going to just order it and listen to the wife bitch later.

I need to be more of a man like you.

Wolves win their 2nd in a row woo hoo

[okcchief]

I'm loving the league pass too.

[okcchief]

Dallas isn't that good this year. The Thunder would be losing to pretty much any team in the NBA tonight.

[L.A. Chieffan]

Manu broke his hand. Fantasy owners everywhere weep.

Haha, I have manu and somebody offered me a trade for him but I was letting it sit but I just accepted it now!

[Titty Meat]

How much is league pass this year?

[Al Bundy]

How much is league pass this year?

$170.00

[RealSNR]

I have to say I love NBA league Pass I might have to consider purchasing this after the free trial expires.

And Toronto just beat the Knicks which is awesome because I feel sorry for the Raptors :DWhat is this through? Satellite? DirecTV?

[Al Bundy]

What is this through? Satellite? DirecTV?

I have it on U-verse.

[MIAdragon]

What is this through? Satellite? DirecTV?

DirecTV. My Pacers seem to have it together this season, may have to pony up for it again.

[DaKCMan AP]

DirecTV. My Pacers seem to have it together this season, may have to pony up for it again.

You're a Pacers, Red Sox, and Chiefs fan? :shrug:

[okcchief]

The bad news is we are going to lose to Dallas. The good news is we haven't played that good this year and are still 5-1.

[dirk digler]

What is this through? Satellite? DirecTV?

I have Directv

[okcchief]

I'm pretty sure league pass is available on all major cable and satellite providers.

[DaKCMan AP]

No undefeated teams remain.

[The Bad Guy]

Haha, I have manu and somebody offered me a trade for him but I was letting it sit but I just accepted it now!

Who did you get?

I'm going to keep him. They are saying it's a 4-5 week injury. Guy is a huge stat filler.

[The Bad Guy]

$170.00

You can call DirecTV and try to negotiate that.

[MIAdragon]

You're a Pacers, Red Sox, and Chiefs fan? :shrug:

and live in Miami, yes I know strange. I have Family in Providence and grew up with the Sox, thus hated all things NY that spawned my love for the Pacers. I really began to get into the NBA when the Pacers and the Knicks were really going at it (Spike Lee can still eat a dick). So it was a natural fit.

[MIAdragon]

You can call DirecTV and try to negotiate that.

what did you get it for??

[L.A. Chieffan]

Who did you get?

I'm going to keep him. They are saying it's a 4-5 week injury. Guy is a huge stat filler.

Tyreke Evans and Marc gasol. I needed help at v center bad. Ya i'm sure he'll be back tho

[The Bad Guy]

what did you get it for??

My bro called last week and they offered it for 89.

[MIAdragon]

My bro called last week and they offered it for 89.

awesome, Im all over that.

[dirk digler]

Have been impressed with the Hawks. They put it to the Heat last night on the road and are up 15 on the Bulls

[okcchief]

7 games in 10 days taking its toll. Thunder dragging ass again.

[okcchief]

No disrespect to Portland. Very solid team.

[dirk digler]

lol So I spoke to soon..Rose with the layup with 9 seconds to give them a 1 point lead

[dirk digler]

Hawks up 19 and choked this game away. Deng with the game winning layup

[okcchief]

Nice comeback by the Bulls.

OKC drops to 5-2 but I'll take it with the tough early schedule. Scott Brooks needs to find answers on offense because the ball movement has been stagnant all year.

We looked a lot worse at this time last year so hopefully things improve after a few days off.

[dirk digler]

Nice comeback by the Bulls.

OKC drops to 5-2 but I'll take it with the tough early schedule. Scott Brooks needs to find answers on offense because the ball movement has been stagnant all year.

We looked a lot worse at this time last year so hopefully things improve after a few days off.

You guys need another scoring option. They probably need to move Harden into the starting lineup.

[dirk digler]

lol Kobe passes it off the glass to himself for the runner

[okcchief]

You guys need another scoring option. They probably need to move Harden into the starting lineup.

That's what everyone keeps saying but I like Harden off the bench as long as he plays 32-35 minutes. Harden did start tonight as Sefalosha was out with the flu. Our main problem this season is Russ' shot isn't falling. Tonight Durant couldn't find the basket. We just looked tired. We played in Dallas and Portland had the day off. It's going to happen to everyone with the way the schedule is set up. We'll be one of the better teams when it's all said and done IMO. I think we have the players but I question our offensive flow for sure.

[RealSNR]

You guys need another scoring option. They probably need to move Harden into the starting lineup.
They should totally trade for Jeff Green. Boston's not really using him, are they?

[okcchief]

They should totally trade for Jeff Green. Boston's not really using him, are they?

Ouch.

I said at the time Jeff Green being traded would let Harden take shots. We've been a better team since that trade and now Perk looks like a player as well.

I definitely wouldn't object if someone wanted to trade us a low post scorer :)

[RealSNR]

Ouch.

I said at the time Jeff Green being traded would let Harden take shots. We've been a better team since that trade and now Perk looks like a player as well.

I definitely wouldn't object if someone wanted to trade us a low post scorer :)Where does Harden fit in, though? Who's starting above him right now?

From what I saw in the playoffs last year and in two Thunder games this year (1st Mavs game and Minnesota) he's a consistent beast that needs to see the court more. I assume Durant is playing the 3 so they can free up the guards, yeah?

[dirk digler]

That's what everyone keeps saying but I like Harden off the bench as long as he plays 32-35 minutes. Harden did start tonight as Sefalosha was out with the flu. Our main problem this season is Russ' shot isn't falling. Tonight Durant couldn't find the basket. We just looked tired. We played in Dallas and Portland had the day off. It's going to happen to everyone with the way the schedule is set up. We'll be one of the better teams when it's all said and done IMO. I think we have the players but I question our offensive flow for sure.

Good point. If you take Harden off the 2nd team then you really don't have a scoring option coming off the bench.

They should totally trade for Jeff Green. Boston's not really using him, are they?

I agree :p

[DaKCMan AP]

Must-see TV on Thursday:

MIAMI— Charles Barkley, who spent much of last season telling the Miami Heat what they weren't, will be able to tell it to their faces Thursday.

TNT announced Tuesday that Barkley will be courtside as an analyst Thursday for the network's broadcast in Atlanta against the Hawks.

Barkley, a mainstay in the TNT studio, which is located adjacent to Philips Arena, will work courtside alongside play-by-play man Kevin Harlan and analyst Reggie Miller.

Chris Webber will step in for Barkley in TNT's studio.