[Official] Sam 'I Am' Cassell's Greatness Appreciation Thread

Cassell scores 35 as Clippers beat Pacers, lose Mobley
http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=271107011
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Sam Cassell scored 35 points to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 104-89 win over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night in a matchup of unbeaten teams.

Cassell was 13-for-20 from the field to tie his highest point total since he joined the Clippers in 2005.

Chris Kaman added 15 points and 22 rebounds for the Clippers (4-0). His rebound total was the highest of any player in the league so far this season.

Los Angeles guard Cuttino Mobley left the game holding his right groin with 6:41 remaining in the first quarter and did not return. Mobley scored 33 points on Tuesday night against the Bulls.

Danny Granger led Indiana with 16 points in his first game since being named Eastern Conference player of the week. Mike Dunleavy added 15 points and Jermaine O'Neal had 13 for the Pacers (3-1).

The Clippers were 8-for-15 from 3-point range and outrebounded the Pacers 53-40. Indiana shot just 10 for 36 in the second half.

Indiana went on an 18-2 run from late in the first quarter to early in the second to take a 30-24 lead. The Pacers led 58-55 at halftime.

The Clippers had a 68-67 advantage in the third quarter before going on a 14-0 run that included seven points by Cassell. Los Angeles held the Pacers to 5-for-21 shooting in the quarter to lead 87-72 at the end of the period.

A jumper by Jeff Foster and a free throw by Granger cut the Clippers' lead to 11 with 7:03 left. Los Angeles answered with a bucket by Cassell and a 3-pointer by Tim Thomas to push the lead to 95-79.

The Clippers led by as many as 21 points in the final quarter.

Game notes
Pacers F Shawne Williams played for the first time after serving a team-imposed three-game suspension for driving without a license. ... Pacers C Troy Murphy played for the first time this season. He entered with 5:23 left in the first quarter after sitting out the first three games with a sore left Achilles tendon. ... Clippers F Ruben Patterson re-injured a dislocated right pinkie finger in the first quarter and did not return.

 

The Clips season will crash eventually. It's just a matter of time.

 

This is insane. I mean, I root for Cassell and Mobley too, but the Clippers 4-0 without Brand or Livingston? It's nuts!

 

Ewing Theory at work!

In any case, I'm happy for that team, but their performance is hanging on a thin thread that is Cassell's (and other guys') health. They can't afford to lose more guys.


I also think they did well drafting Thornton and signing Patterson as a stopgap. Good energy guys to complement the offensive firepower of Kaman, Cassell, Cat, and Tim Thomas.

 

seattle, indiana, golden state...a 0-3 chicago..not formidable opponents. I still like sam and cat, though

 

I can't help but feel this is necessary

 

http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=271107011

Cassell, within two weeks of his 38th birthday, made 13 of 20 shots to tie his highest point total since he joined the Clippers in 2005.

"He's older than dirt, but he gets it done," Clippers center Chris Kaman joked. "He can still shoot the basketball."

Cassell sent a message to those who wonder if his skills have diminished.

"You think I can't do it? Just sit back and watch," he said. "These guys on my team know I can play, I just happen to be 37 years old."

 

I see he has his bags packed to be traded to Denver already.

 

can u change the title?

how about

Sam Cassell -- Good at Basketball?!

 

I just dropped him from my fantasy team. Then he puts up ridiculous numbers. Go figure.

 

Nice 35,8 to lift Clips' over Pacers.
For 37 yrs old Cassel that's amazing...

 

indiana was undefeated before last nights game....chicago still has a lot of good players still and is always tough especially when they are on the road.

seattle and GS i will give you as weaker opponents (GS until they have Sjax back)

 

Cassell comes through in clutch for Clippers
http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2007/11/08/sports/professional/22_53_2011_7_07.txt
By: Associated Press

Somehow, the Los Angeles Clippers keep winning.

Already missing Elton Brand and Shaun Livingston because of injuries, the Clippers lost top scorer Cuttino Mobley and reserve Ruben Patterson in the first quarter Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers.

Even without all those players, the Clippers still have Sam Cassell. He scored 35 points in a 104-89 win over the host Pacers in a matchup of unbeaten teams.

Cassell, within two weeks of his 38th birthday, made 13 of 20 shots to tie his highest point total since he joined the Clippers in 2005.

"He's older than dirt, but he gets it done," Clippers center Chris Kaman joked. "He can still shoot the basketball."

Cassell sent a message to those who wonder if his skills have diminished.

"You think I can't do it? Just sit back and watch," he said. "These guys on my team know I can play, I just happen to be 37 years old."

Kaman did his share, adding 15 points and 22 rebounds for the Clippers (4-0). His rebound total was the highest of any player in the league so far this season.

"I try to take advantage of the opportunities I'm given," Kaman said. "I know what I've got to do. I'm no Elton Brand -- I don't have that game. I just wanted to try to help fill in where he's missing."

Mobley left the game in the first quarter holding his right groin. Patterson re-injured a dislocated right pinkie finger and later returned to the bench in street clothes.

Danny Granger led Indiana with 16 points in his first game since being named Eastern Conference player of the week. Mike Dunleavy added 15 points and Jermaine O'Neal had 13 for the Pacers (3-1).

 

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note how Sam says he wants to be an assistant coach right after playing, that would rock if he came on Adelman's staff. then succeeded him down the road.

the Kenny haters must love Sam ragging on Kenny's 'stanky' shoes back in the day.

 

I am a Sam man, from way back. My fav ex-Rock. Just love the guy. But, there's always a 'but' isn't there?, I can't get over the idea of Sam as a coach yet it appears to be accepted by all the NBA cognoscenti. So, Sammy, come home and lead the Rox back to the promised land.

 

Props to Sam

every now and again he'll pop right up and dominate a game or 2, right when you thought his goose was cooked.

and i read somewhere he wanted to play on next season as a Celtic.

Wouldnt we all Sammy.

 

Great times during their title run when they beat the Orlando Magic(s)