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ClutchFans Game Thread: Rockets @ Magic 10/23/2004

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Dr of Dunk, Oct 22, 2004.

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Originally posted by RocketsPimp
Did anyone else's nba.com audio feed die?
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Yeah. There are other audio links, I believe. One on espn, but haven't tried it.

#101 wireonfire, Oct 23, 2004

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Originally posted by jrsr34
Van Gundy not playing T-Mac serves no useful purpose for us. From looking at the few preseason games, our offense runs much smoother when he is in the game. He obviously creates shots for himself and with his passing ability creates for others (much better than Steve could). If Van Gundy wants to take a look at some of the bench players, putting them out there and telling them to dump it into Weatherspoon and Deke every time does not help them. The offense looks so stagnant and flows better when T-Mac is playing. Plus the fact that this is his first game back in O-Town...he basically said F**K the fans. Sometimes I think he thinks he is bigger than the team...just irks me.
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You think TMac made this decision? This was on JVG all the way. JVG wanted to see what Gaines and Boki could do on the floor. Also, there is a threat that Weisbrod and Johnny Davis could send Cato or Battie to hit TMac hard. Weisbrod and Davis probably dislike TMac a lot and vice versa. It certainly doesn't help to see Gaines be a non-factor on offense. At least the Rockets don't have to make it hard not to pick up the extension on Boki.

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The Rockets may be forced to play Weatherspoon or Padgett minutes at the 3. Both can hit the jumper. Weatherspoon is also a nice rebounder. Zone them up in order to minimize their defensive liabilities at the SF position.

#103 Charvo, Oct 23, 2004
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it is back.

#104 wireonfire, Oct 23, 2004
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Originally posted by jrsr34
Van Gundy not playing T-Mac serves no useful purpose for us. From looking at the few preseason games, our offense runs much smoother when he is in the game. He obviously creates shots for himself and with his passing ability creates for others (much better than Steve could). If Van Gundy wants to take a look at some of the bench players, putting them out there and telling them to dump it into Weatherspoon and Deke every time does not help them. The offense looks so stagnant and flows better when T-Mac is playing. Plus the fact that this is his first game back in O-Town...he basically said F**K the fans. Sometimes I think he thinks he is bigger than the team...just irks me.
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Van Gundy wisely kept Tmac out of this meaningless game.

He's been baited with word and mind games, and it could have gotten real ugly out there on the court.

#105 lost_elephant, Oct 23, 2004
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boki had a good first half i personally thought, he had 6 boards 2 blocks and he had a lot of energy, he may of went 1-5 from the field but you gotta see his one make which was a nice layup. also he drew a charge and hustled up and down the court. His jumpshot will evenutally fall, you can see it in his form. I just don't know why he can't knock it down with regularity.

and as for bowen, that fool just has hustle, his shot is so ugly i don't know how it gets to the rim. he hustles a lot though which is definitely a plus. You guys are making it seem like boki's playing terrible which he really isn't.

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same old story: Steve Francis plays, Rockets turn the ball over.

#107 blaqnitti, Oct 23, 2004

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Man...it's totally different when the two floor leaders JJ and Ward are not on the floor. JJ and Ward have intangibles that can only be attained with experience in the NBA. Grant Hill has that, and it looks like he might actually be able to relay that to Steve and Cuttino this year.

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Van Gundy wisely kept Tmac out of this meaningless game. He's been baited with word and mind games, and it could have gotten real ugly out there on the court.

I agree that the hockey thug could have sent out his cronies to bust T-Mac's grill. But you have to remember these guys are professionals and its not like T-Mac is a hated guy around the league either. And it will probably be better that T-Mac doesn't play this game just because he might try to do something that could get him hurt. I was just venting at JVG because I was really looking forward to Francis vs. T-Mac.

Boki is not looking good...but please at least run some plays for him to take advantage of his slashing ability...another irk I have with JVG

#109 jrsr34, Oct 23, 2004
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Yao needs rest.

#110 WNBA, Oct 23, 2004
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Originally posted by blaqnitti
same old story: Steve Francis plays, Rockets turn the ball over.
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lol

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Originally posted by blaqnitti
same old story: Steve Francis plays, Rockets turn the ball over.
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18 turnovers so far.... 3rd quarter

#112 Gatorfan76, Oct 23, 2004
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screw it after boki air-balled that 3 i can't defend him anymore.

#113 hoang17, Oct 23, 2004

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Originally posted by jrsr34
Van Gundy not playing T-Mac serves no useful purpose for us. From looking at the few preseason games, our offense runs much smoother when he is in the game. He obviously creates shots for himself and with his passing ability creates for others (much better than Steve could). If Van Gundy wants to take a look at some of the bench players, putting them out there and telling them to dump it into Weatherspoon and Deke every time does not help them. The offense looks so stagnant and flows better when T-Mac is playing. Plus the fact that this is his first game back in O-Town...he basically said F**K the fans. Sometimes I think he thinks he is bigger than the team...just irks me.
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It seems the decision is a really wise one. Why risk your starters in a possibly dangerous game.

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I didnt just fall off the BOKI bandwagon today, I JUMPED OFF!!!! Good NRG today, but thats it....

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Orlando 72 ROX 49 3rd quarter

BOKI---2 pts

Reece Gaines --1pt

#116 Gatorfan76, Oct 23, 2004
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Originally posted by Kam
Cynthia Cooper sucks.
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I'm not watching the game but can I assume C. Coop & Bill Worell are calling the game?

If so good thing I'm not watching. Coop talking and no T-mac.

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Originally posted by bottlerocket
I'm not watching the game but can I assume C. Coop & Bill Worell are calling the game?

If so good thing I'm not watching. Coop talking and no T-mac.
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Its very good you're not watching--its pretty painful to watch

19 turnovers---- Houston 55 Orlando 83

#118 Gatorfan76, Oct 23, 2004

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No it's Bill Worell and i think BUllard or some other guy unless Coops Voice has gotten really low lol...

And that is what Boki needs to do is drive...enough of spot up shooting...drive to the basic...apparently you have success in that.

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Min FG Off Reb Ast TO Stl Blk PF Pts
Nachbar 29 2-8 0 5 0 1 0 1 4 4

Gaines 19 0-2 0 1 1 2 0 0 1 1

W'spoon 12 3-4 3 6 1 1 0 0 1 10

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