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    ESPN

    LA getting swept by the Rockies would have generated the same attention, because no one cares, nationally, about a July series where the Darlings...
    Post by: verse, Jul 6, 2025 at 8:55 PM in forum: Houston Astros
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    Cam Smith: The Aircraft Carrier

    He seems to have a good/ great grasp of what pitches he can really drive and tends to drive them to the appropriate part of the ballpark. I don't...
    Post by: verse, Jul 2, 2025 in forum: Houston Astros
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    Cam Smith: The Aircraft Carrier

    This experiment has me so interested because it's nearly unprecedented in (recent) Astros history. Sticks just do not get moved up this...
    Post by: verse, May 26, 2025 in forum: Houston Astros
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    “One playoff series doesn’t define a player.”

    My issue with Jalen is kind of simple, I suppose. His entire repertoire is based on speed and quickness to achieve separation, then a reliance on...
    Post by: verse, May 7, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Fire Espada

    Holding my half empty can of Dusty Lite Beer, I can't help but wonder if Espada is planning to largely start the "B team" tomorrow, thus likely...
    Post by: verse, Apr 29, 2025 in forum: Houston Astros
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    Jabari Smith Jr.

    I've been meaning to post about Jabari since he moved to the bench, but haven't had the time. His game has gone to a different level. Be it...
    Post by: verse, Apr 6, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Kevin Durant to be traded this offseason by Suns per Brian Windhorst

    And I'd calmly and gladly pass. That closer may be on the roster already.
    Post by: verse, Mar 21, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Kevin Durant to be traded this offseason by Suns per Brian Windhorst

    While acquisition cost is the obvious elephant in the room, I must say that Durant would be incredible on this squad. This team is missing two...
    Post by: verse, Mar 21, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Steve Francis is in a good place these days (video)

    Jabari's NBA comp might actually be what was expected out of Eddie Griffin. I never considered that before, but it does make sense. Griff had the...
    Post by: verse, Feb 28, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Amen Thompson - Point [Forward or Guard?]

    Elaborate, please. I hope you didn't think Smitty was Jabari. Lol! I'm an old head bballer, so my reference points on a center's bag is very...
    Post by: verse, Feb 28, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Amen Thompson - Point [Forward or Guard?]

    With regards to Amen's strength... Defensively, he's using his dexterity, length, anticipation and athleticism in place of brute strength and...
    Post by: verse, Feb 28, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Amen Thompson - Point [Forward or Guard?]

    I'm enjoying this thread immensely. I've come to the conclusion that Amen is absolutely unique with a still undeveloped bag. The footwork he is...
    Post by: verse, Feb 27, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Bucks Bobby Portis Suspended 25 Games for Violating Anti Drug Policy

    DING! DING! DING! Doctors script out Tramadol because it is considered vastly less addictive and less dangerous than other stronger opioid...
    Post by: verse, Feb 20, 2025 in forum: NBA Dish
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    Amen Making Jabari Expendable

    That's the true beauty of Amen. His positionless versatility allows for just about anyone to become expendable. At the same time, I don't...
    Post by: verse, Jan 28, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves
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    Amen Making Jabari Expendable

    I'm curious how much better Amen might make Jabari on the court together for significant minutes. We've already seen the improvements from Jalen....
    Post by: verse, Jan 25, 2025 in forum: Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves