NBA - Clap Your Hands Everybody
Quote: terapinedWhat happened to the Sixers
Boston looked strong when the season started
With all the injuries, this team is a shell of what it was
yet
They beat the Sixers with a bunch of nobodies
Wow
Not looking good for the Sixers if they cant beat this team
Just one game but yea, Boston was missing 3 players they expected to starting at this point, with 2 being possible All Stars. Still believe there is something to be said about experience in the playoffs and when you make just 5 3’s, you are not winning much in today’s NBA.
All of that said if you told Sixer fans they would be here today before the season, they would consider the season a huge success and it isn’t over yet.
I expect Brown to get his boys in gear and come out firing on Thursday. The key will be the 3 pt shooting again. Its been our bread and butter. They should focus on keeping the Boston D honest inside and dish it to Embiid early and often. Then bring it back out to the perimeter where Redick, Saric, Covington, Belinelli, and Ilyasova can get back to what they do.
All that being said, Im sure glad I hedged it.
Probably the next greatest lefties after him are Nate Archibald, Dave Cowens and Billy Cunningham.
But those players are nowhere close to James Harden in ability. Probably the closest was Tiny but he didn't have Harden's firepower.
Although in researching this I did find that Tiny averaged 34 p.p.g. and 11.2 assists per game with the 72/73 Kansas City Omaha Kings. That's pretty astounding.
It's really weird. I can't remember that team at all (the Kansas City Omaha Kings) and at that time I was very active in basketball and followed the NBA pretty closely.They existed in the NBA from '72 to '84 and I don't have a single memory of them.
I edited this post and realized I left out David Robinson. Probably he was equal to Tiny in being closest to Harden in terms of positively impacting a team.
Quote: lilredrooster-snip-
NBA Lefties
Harden very well may be the best ever. David Robinson was the first one I thought about. Although not in the same league scoring wise, Avery Johnson was a lefty (who played with Robinson) I enjoyed watching.
And as a Spurs fan, this shot was awesome (1999 Finals game winner):
Quote: lilredroosterJames Harden has to be the greatest left handed player on offense ever.
I disagree. His career shooting percentage is 44%. Yes, he scores a lot but he also misses way too much. A guy like Lebron James he is not even considered a great shooter but has averaged 50% for his career,
Who cares if somebody shoots 3 pointers lefty or righty
Close to the basket, you better be able to finish with either hand
Too me the only sport where righty lefty is meaningful is baseball
Also boxing
Not looking good for the sixers
Interesting set of games last nite
Labron, the old man, shows that he still has it
Sixers show that they still don't have it
Quote: terapined2 in a row
Not looking good for the sixers
Interesting set of games last nite
Labron, the old man, shows that he still has it
Sixers show that they still don't have it
I'm calling it the Curse of Meek Mill.
Or how do you win when the ROY only scores 1 point. 1st game in his professional career he didn't score a FG.
Embiid still needs to learn.. Making too many bonehead mistakes and needs to realize he is not a point guard. If it weren't for Redick, they would have blown us out big-time. I hope they can adjust and shoot the lights out when they are on their home-court which I think also plays a huge advantage in this series.
Quote: BozI'm calling it the Curse of Meek Mill.
Or how do you win when the ROY only scores 1 point. 1st game in his professional career he didn't score a FG.
Another rookie, J Tatum, is flat out playing better right now. Even Dr J is making comments about Tatum being the "real" #1 pick over M. Fultz:
http://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/23394989/dr-j-thinks-boston-celtics-forward-jayson-tatum-no-1-draft
It is a bit unfair to Fultz IMO. He has been banged up most of the year.
Turned to Sixers Celtics
Celtics up 2 games, Sixers playing at home
This is a must win for the Sixers
5 1/2 min left, tied
wow
Not looking for good for the Sixers in a must win at home struggling to win
These types of games, you got to send a message like the Pelicans did yesterday
Celtics had Brad Stevens
What a coach
early confetti from the rafters for just tying is bad ju ju
Quote: terapinedSixers had the players
Celtics had Brad Stevens
What a coach
early confetti from the rafters for just tying is bad ju ju
And delayed the start of OT.
But how about those Bolts?
Quote: BozAnd delayed the start of OT.
But how about those Bolts?
Don't follow hockey
What a shot by Labron
Incredible
If he was coaching the Sixers,
Sixers win
He's coaching Celtics so Celtics win
Quote: WatchMeWinGot to give credit to Boston and especially their damn coach. They have a great game plan and play defense to our strengths to a tee. Since Ben Simmons can't make a f!#/ing jump shot to save his life , they are basically leaving him wide open and taking away the inside drive while defending everyone else so it is playing like 5 on 4.
Embiid still needs to learn.. Making too many bonehead mistakes and needs to realize he is not a point guard. If it weren't for Redick, they would have blown us out big-time. I hope they can adjust and shoot the lights out when they are on their home-court which I think also plays a huge advantage in this series.
Speaking of needing to learn...WARNING. Keep it PG. Masked your f-bomb above. Next one will be a suspension.
game one Monday night
great, great series and matchup
I already stocked up on popcorn
rockets have home court advantage
I definitely could be wrong but after seeing yesterday's disaster right now it's hard to pick the Cavs to win the series
Quote: WatchMeWinGot to give credit to Boston and especially their damn coach. They have a great game plan and play defense to our strengths to a tee. Since Ben Simmons can't make a f!#/ing jump shot to save his life , they are basically leaving him wide open and taking away the inside drive while defending everyone else so it is playing like 5 on 4.
Embiid still needs to learn.. Making too many bonehead mistakes and needs to realize he is not a point guard. If it weren't for Redick, they would have blown us out big-time. I hope they can adjust and shoot the lights out when they are on their home-court which I think also plays a huge advantage in this series.
Who was that genius that said to NOT buy the Philadelphia hype and that Simmons will be exposed for not being able to hit a jump-shot in the playoffs? And who was that 'genius'(sarcasm) that said Philly doesn't need Ben Simmons to score? LOL.
Not to mention who was the genius(no sarcasm) who said to bet on the Warriors winning the championship when all the hype was on the Rockets and the Warriors were + on the moneyline to win the ship? I even foreshadowed the line going down for the Warriors due to the Rockets hype during their win streak. Warriors were -160 and went as low as +120 I believe. And now the odds are back to -160.
Have I missed one call since I joined these forums? If it's not bitcoin, it's sports betting, if it's not sports betting, it's education regarding health and other miscellaneous topics. Cut your losses people.
Geez Louise.
Quote: ZenKinGWho was that genius that said to NOT buy the Philadelphia hype and that Simmons will be exposed for not being able to hit a jump-shot in the playoffs? And who was that 'genius'(sarcasm) that said Philly doesn't need Ben Simmons to score? LOL.
Not to mention who was the genius(no sarcasm) who said to bet on the Warriors winning the championship when all the hype was on the Rockets and the Warriors were + on the moneyline to win the ship? I even foreshadowed the line going down for the Warriors due to the Rockets hype during their win streak. Warriors were -160 and went as low as +120 I believe. And now the odds are back to -160.
Have I missed one call since I joined these forums? If it's not bitcoin, it's sports betting, if it's not sports betting, it's education regarding health and other miscellaneous topics. Cut your losses people.
Geez Louise.
How is the bankroll doing? You should been rolling with all these great calls. Congratulations, anything on the 5th at Belmont today?
Quote: BozHow is the bankroll doing? You should been rolling with all these great calls. Congratulations, anything on the 5th at Belmont today?
Don't worry about the bankroll. You already wished in the past that you hope I end up under a bridge. I didn't forget that.
Quote: ZenKinGDon't worry about the bankroll. You already wished in the past that you hope I end up under a bridge. I didn't forget that.
I think it was on an overpass, but it might have been a bridge.
Anyways, you have anything on the horse race? And your answer on the bankroll is self explanatory, because we always hear when you are doing good, how great you are.
Quote: BozI think it was on an overpass, but it might have been a bridge.
Anyways, you have anything on the horse race? And your answer on the bankroll is self explanatory, because we always hear when you are doing good, how great you are.
I don't follow horse racing.
Regarding my bankroll, it's fine. I also already proved everyone wrong on here including friends and family back home. Everyone thought I was just another wannabe counter that came to the forums and was gonna fail. Friends and family thought I was nuts and probably still don't believe I make money at blackjack.
Oh, how sweet it is.
Quote: ZenKinGWho was that genius that said to NOT buy the Philadelphia hype and that Simmons will be exposed for not being able to hit a jump-shot in the playoffs? And who was that 'genius'(sarcasm) that said Philly doesn't need Ben Simmons to score? LOL.
Not to mention who was the genius(no sarcasm) who said to bet on the Warriors winning the championship when all the hype was on the Rockets and the Warriors were + on the moneyline to win the ship? I even foreshadowed the line going down for the Warriors due to the Rockets hype during their win streak. Warriors were -160 and went as low as +120 I believe. And now the odds are back to -160.
Have I missed one call since I joined these forums? If it's not bitcoin, it's sports betting, if it's not sports betting, it's education regarding health and other miscellaneous topics. Cut your losses people.
Geez Louise.
Ill give you credit on the Ben Simmons call. Well done. However if you were to have said that Brad Stevens is the genius in the league and its because of his game schemes that the sixers would lose, I would give you more credit. Brad Stevens is the man. He took away all of our shooters, not just Ben. Plus the Celtics entire team looked like super fast D Backs that could all play hoops and shoot. In addition to their big guy, Baynes, who dominated Embiid below.
Now just a bit of advice for you, dont get so upset and sensitive with what others think. If you know you are the greatest and make money doing what you do, then the heck with anyone else. Just do you. If you are looking for approval and accolades, if your family and friends are giving to you then you certainly arent going to get it on this forum.
Quote: WatchMeWinIll give you credit on the Ben Simmons call. Well done. However if you were to have said that Brad Stevens is the genius in the league and its because of his game schemes that the sixers would lose, I would give you more credit. Brad Stevens is the man. He took away all of our shooters, not just Ben. Plus the Celtics entire team looked like super fast D Backs that could all play hoops and shoot. In addition to their big guy, Baynes, who dominated Embiid below.
Now just a bit of advice for you, dont get so upset and sensitive with what others think. If you know you are the greatest and make money doing what you do, then the heck with anyone else. Just do you. If you are looking for approval and accolades, if your family and friends are giving to you then you certainly arent going to get it on this forum.
typo *if your family and friends are NOT giving it to you.
they crushed the Cavs by 25 on 5/13
then they get beat by 30 on Saturday and get handled again by the Cavs yesterday
I thought they were the real deal
now they look like pretenders who need their home court to play really well
they still have the home court advantage, but still, I didn't expect them to get handled like that in Cleveland
Quote: lilredroosterI have to admit I was shocked to see the Celtics crumbling in Cleveland
they crushed the Cavs by 25 on 5/13
then they get beat by 30 on Saturday and get handled again by the Cavs yesterday
I thought they were the real deal
now they look like pretenders who need their home court to play really well
they still have the home court advantage, but still, I didn't expect them to get handled like that in Cleveland
I'm not surprised
One of the hardest things to do in the NBA is break service ala Tennis
Cleveland held service which is what I expected
I am always surprised when a home team loses in the NBA playoffs
Never surprised when the home team wins in the NBA playoffs
That's why Toronto fired their coach. They lost at home during the playoffs
Oh, man. This series is one for the ages.
Quote: lilredroosterRockets 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐜𝐤 the Warriors on the Warriors home court and even the series at 2-2 and win back the home court advantage.
Oh, man. This series is one for the ages.
Yup
This game really surprised me
Warriors losing at the old Oakland Coliseum (its got a new name but to me its still the Oakland Coliseum.)
I have a ton of fond memories of that old building
Oldest arena in the NBA
I saw the Grateful Dead about 15 times in that building.
The Cavs wore their away uniforms which are mostly black and the Celtics wore their away uniforms which are a medium green but to me the green looked darkish.
It seemed really weird to me.
It was like it was at times difficult to differentiate the teams.
IDK maybe its just me; my vision.
I don't recall ever seeing something like that before. I definitely didn't like watching it with the colors that way.
Quote: lilredroosterI was watching last night's Cavs/Celtics game.
The Cavs wore their away uniforms which are mostly black and the Celtics wore their away uniforms which are a medium green but to me the green looked darkish.
I swear the Celtics were wearing white last night. One of us is definitely color blind.
Quote: DRichI swear the Celtics were wearing white last night. One of us is definitely color blind.
you're right. actually I was watching a replay of game 4.
Incredible performance
Those two 3's he nailed in the last few min were unbelievable
A performance for the ages
Quote: terapinedWhat a game by Labron last nite
Incredible performance
Those two 3's he nailed in the last few min were unbelievable
A performance for the ages
in addition to 46 points he also had 11 rebounds, 9 assists and get this: 3 steals.
it's kind of like MJ - it feels silly to try to find words to describe the guy
Quote: terapinedWhat a game by Labron last nite
Incredible performance
Those two 3's he nailed in the last few min were unbelievable
A performance for the ages
Except he has had 3 or 4 similar games this postseason alone! I'm old enough to have watched Jordan in his prime. Lebron is the GOAT.
Vegas doesn't think much of Houston minus CP3. 12 point underdogs!
Championship
Odds to Win the NBA Championship
Boston Celtics
+750
Cleveland Cavaliers
+800
Golden State Warriors
-130
Houston Rockets
+225
Quote: BozLooks like the CP3 Injury is leaving little chance Houston wins the series.
I'm not so sure about that. The Warriors would have to win game 7 in Houston (assuming they win game 6) and even without CP I'm not so sure it's going to be easy for them to do that
Quote: BozCurrent odds of this morning. Looks like the CP3 Injury is leaving little chance Houston wins the series.
Championship
Odds to Win the NBA Championship
Boston Celtics
+750
Cleveland Cavaliers
+800
Golden State Warriors
-130
Houston Rockets
+225
Hmmm so golden state -130 to win the title. Very interesting considering they’ll probably be -110 just to win game 7 of this western conference finals series alone. Maybe even -120 or -130 in game 7 if CP3 isn’t 100%. Game 5 in Houston was a pkem with cp3 basically healthy. So how can GS have the same chance of winning just game 7 alone as they have of winning game 6 plus game 7 plus a whole other series after that ?
Quote: michael99000Hmmm so golden state -130 to win the title. Very interesting considering they’ll probably be -110 just to win game 7 of this western conference finals series alone. Maybe even -120 or -130 in game 7 if CP3 isn’t 100%. Game 5 in Houston was a pkem with cp3 basically healthy. So how can GS have the same chance of winning just game 7 alone as they have of winning game 6 plus game 7 plus a whole other series after that ?
Because if CP3 is out of game 7 GSW will be -160 or so. IMHO
and guess what it is:
𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍 -𝟏𝟐.𝟓
IDK what do you guys think? is it a mistake?
http://www.vegasinsider.com/nba/odds/las-vegas/
Quote: lilredroosterthis is pretty hard to believe but according to vegasinsider.com MGM Vegas has already made a line for game 7.
and guess what it is:
𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍 -𝟏𝟐.𝟓
IDK what do you guys think? is it a mistake?
http://www.vegasinsider.com/nba/odds/las-vegas/
Run, do not walk. No way this is live.
Quote: lilredroosterthis is pretty hard to believe but according to vegasinsider.com MGM Vegas has already made a line for game 7.
and guess what it is:
𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍 -𝟏𝟐.𝟓
IDK what do you guys think? is it a mistake?
http://www.vegasinsider.com/nba/odds/las-vegas/
It is a mistake. I will guess if CP3 is not playing the Warriors will be 3 point favorites. If he is playing and perceived to be 100% then Rockets 1 point favorite.
Golden State -5.5........................moneyline........................-240/+200
I'm not saying Houston will win game 7 but imho they look like a good bet paying 2/1
I don't think it will be that easy for the Warriors to win the game even without CP
and from reading news reports I think there's more than a slim chance that he will play which if that is the case makes the line look out of whack
often when a star is out, the replacement, not having great offensive skills, comes in and plays extremely aggressive defensively
http://www.vegasinsider.com/nba/odds/las-vegas/
http://www.vegasinsider.com/nba/odds/las-vegas/money/
Quote: michael99000Hmmm so golden state -130 to win the title. Very interesting considering they’ll probably be -110 just to win game 7 of this western conference finals series alone. Maybe even -120 or -130 in game 7 if CP3 isn’t 100%. Game 5 in Houston was a pkem with cp3 basically healthy. So how can GS have the same chance of winning just game 7 alone as they have of winning game 6 plus game 7 plus a whole other series after that ?
agree. imo betting against the Warriors to win it all is a very good bet.
in fact based on Boz's odds given you could bet on all 3 other teams to win it all and structure your bets so if any one of the 3 wins you will have a nice profit.
i.e. bet $70 on Rockets, $25 on Celts, $25 on cavs.........................total outlay $120
win $107.50 on Rockets or win $105 on Cavs or win $92.50 on Celts if Warriors don't win it all
Boston Celtics
+750
Cleveland Cavaliers
+800
Golden State Warriors
-130
Houston Rockets
+225
in fact vegasinsider.com shows even a much better deal that this which would generate a lot more profit. they show:
Golden State Warriors 5/7
Houston Rockets 2/1
Boston Celtics 10/1
Cleveland Cavaliers 12/1
http://www.vegasinsider.com/nba/odds/futures/
Quote: SOOPOOWas Houston's second half the worst in playoff history? I make bets (luckily only mental!) on these games, and I was confident my Houston +12.5 bet was a winner when they were up 17 after 1st quarter. If I only had +29.5 instead. Klay Thompson must be the best player with the smallest ego in the league. He could be the star on a dozen or so lesser teams but is happy to play to win on a team that truly plays like a team.
All I can say is, it's lucky for GSW that there are 48 minutes in a game.
What a comeback. But I don't think Houston staying mostly to a 6 man rotation was aa good a strategy as they had hoped. Perhaps the only viable one, but obviously risky.
Quote: WatchMeWinI saw 12- 1 online for Celtics to win Championship. Anyone see this line in any casino book? I love Celtics at those odds. I think they win at home tonight. I know going against the King in a must win situation would be risky, but the Celtics are 4 real! Brad Stevens is the new Belichick of Boston. I think they can take down Houston. GS would be a challenge.
Then again.... if the NBA wants Lebron to get more rings for the sake of the history books and his legacy for the betterment of the league, look out for favorable calls for Cleveland tonight. #Remember Cavs vs GS 2016
