It's interesting and apparently is out of Oregon's College Football playbook, I think they have the talent and the speed to do this though, how can a defence prepare for something even the offense doesn't know?
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It's interesting and apparently is out of Oregon's College Football playbook, I think they have the talent and the speed to do this though, how can a defence prepare for something even the offense doesn't know?
Adelman's Kings did the same thing. They only ran sets instead of plays. As long as you have smart, creative passers and good shooters, it should work. If you're dealing with selfish players, it'll be isolation city.
Not sure if Adelman did the same in Houston.
Not sure if Adelman did the same in Houston.
It can be an advantage, but I don't think a quarterback would enjoy not knowing if his wide receiver was going to cut or not.
If they want random, I suggest Bob Knight's motion offense. No plays, just rules on how to react to each defensive possibility, read and react.
The first rule of basketball is that you can pass the ball faster than you can run, "basketball is passing" the saying goes.
I admire Miami's players, and LeBron, but he's always made the game harder for himself by refusing to rely on his teammates and play basketball. In my opinion its the reason he's constantly underachieved when it matters.
Well, Gasol was ranked 8 and Johnson about 40. They may be even as players, but in the game Gasol's wider range of stats, relatively low turnovers, superior FG% to most PFs, makes him more valuable. In my opinion, of course.
If he manages to play as well as last year, that is.
The thing is with LeBron if he finds the open man like in crunch time like he did with Norris Cole against the Celtics he's always accused of not having the balls to do it himself, I do think he's becoming less selfish now.
I don't think he will, it's a gamble. I'm not sure Gasol will react well to the fact he was about to be traded and I think Johnson has to show he's worth that big contract at some point. Gasol got traded by me on the back of the Chicago game, he was shit in the 4th Quarter.
Yeah I think the Heat are more focused on using the athleticism in their team though. Cole, Wade, LeBron are seriously quick. It's a work in progress, Bosh has apparently worked hard on his 3 pt shot and they have James Jones, Battier once fit will show his worth especially on the defensive end. I think they are much better equipped this year, the lack of a big man may hurt them so it will be interesting to see how the Eddy Curry project goes.
Add to that the higher risk of Pau getting injured and/or traded.. He even had a shoulder strain when the trade was made.
Johnson is expected to contribute significantly in points, FT%, 3-points made, rebounds, and assists, and Young is expected to contribute significantly in points, FG%, rebounds, and steals.. They both had good lines yesterday which almost put ArmChairCritic on top in his matchup had he moved Gordon, Young and Collison to get their stats to count.
For me Gasol fits my plan better, that's why I took the risk and made the trade.. I hope he does well for me.
Johnson is expected to contribute significantly in points, FT%, 3-points made, rebounds, and assists, and Young is expected to contribute significantly in points, FG%, rebounds, and steals.. They both had good lines yesterday which almost put ArmChairCritic on top in his matchup had he moved Gordon, Young and Collison to get their stats to count.
For me Gasol fits my plan better, that's why I took the risk and made the trade.. I hope he does well for me.
I don't have high hopes for Curry.. If they are to do it, they have to do it without a center.
Can't Haslem play center? He's a hell of a player, I really like him. And a hometown boy, great story and great for the fans.
His size will be his only problem..
Fair enough. I have my stats pretty much where I want them, so I wouldn't really have advantaged myself by taking on Pau, even for a player of less quality.
Yeah, but how many true centers are out there? As far as the good teams, Noah would be the only worry, and he's not a scorer. I think they would get away with it.
Bosh should be the Centre for Miami but he's a bit of a wuss, Anthony does a good job mind with his athleticism but Haslem should start with Bosh at Centre for me.
That's funny, I always thought of Bosh as a more natural small forward as he doesn't play in the post, and he has the speed to keep up defensively.
My impression is that Haslem is a better post defender. Do you disagree?
My impression is that Haslem is a better post defender. Do you disagree?
Bosh is a better offensive player than he is at defense. He can't play at center. I don't think he is physically enough. Howard will just eat him up.
Well, Howard eats everyone, but him aside, and Orlando aren't really much of a threat, you can get away with a line-up without a true center these days.
Haslem is the much better defender but Bosh is the bigger man and he'd be the better fit if he worked on a few aspects of his game, either way Haslem should start ahead of Anthony IMO.
Isn't Anthony taller though?
By an inch, Haslem is a great defender and rebounder, tough guy too so just get him in there. I wonder if Pittman will get minutes this year for the Heat, apparently he fronted up well to Howard in pre-season so he could be an option in rotation.
Ah, I didn't realize Haslem is only 6-8, he looks bigger, and he plays bigger. Wouldn't be the shortest center ever, but that's a lot of height to give up to a 7 footer.
Yeah I guess if Chuck Hayes is 6-6 and he plays center, then I see no reason why Haslem shouldn't.
For some perspective, provided by the Institute of Small Sample Sizes of course, Chuck Hayes is averaging 10 rebounds a game while only playing 27 minutes a game this season. Granted he's been playing power forward and not center, but he's gone up against Pau Gasol and LaMarcus Aldridge in those two games. Carlos Boozer in tonight's game.
If you're that small for your position and you're still in the league in your late 20s, then your technique has to be top notch.
If you're that small for your position and you're still in the league in your late 20s, then your technique has to be top notch.
Barkley was around 6'4 and it didn't stop him from dominating the boards. Rodman was around 6'7/6'8. Jason Kidd is an excellent rebounding guard and he stands around 6'4. It's not only about size but about positioning and reaction.
Rodman could actually play center, but the NBA was more about height in those days, he only did it rarely, usually for the 2nd team. Most teams don't have a scoring center, so even if it's a mismatch, you know they won't try to go through him very often.
Half the teams have a 3 point shooter at the 4 [PF], so they can clear defenders out of the lane for their legion of slashers.
I miss the days when Shaq was so dominant that you had to keep two 7 foot 280 pound guys on your team just to absorb fouls.
Half the teams have a 3 point shooter at the 4 [PF], so they can clear defenders out of the lane for their legion of slashers.
I miss the days when Shaq was so dominant that you had to keep two 7 foot 280 pound guys on your team just to absorb fouls.
Howard should be dominate like Shaq considering the lack of quality big men today, but is it more about Howard not having the all-around game like Shaq or how the game has changed the last ten years?
Or both perhaps.
Btw, good to see Batman (aka Wade) win that game while Robin (aka LeBron) played the distraction role on the final shot.
Or both perhaps.
Btw, good to see Batman (aka Wade) win that game while Robin (aka LeBron) played the distraction role on the final shot.
Shaq was even bigger, for one, and much more aggressive offensively. But also a very good passer, very underrated in that department. But I'd say the main difference is Shaq had a great cast at LA when he won and Howard has never had one.
Howard should be dominate like Shaq considering the lack of quality big men today, but is it more about Howard not having the all-around game like Shaq or how the game has changed the last ten years?
Or both perhaps.
Btw, good to see Batman (aka Wade) win that game while Robin (aka LeBron) played the distraction role on the final shot.
Quite the Robin he was with 35 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists!
Wade is still my favorite player though..
Better than the cartoon Robin though he is no Robin Roberts (MLB).
I'll always give higher regards to Wade in legacy as he stayed home. LeBron left and had to team up with two other top class pros. Still think LeBron should have went to New York or remained in Cleveland. Granted having visited Cleveland a couple times I can't blame anyone for not wanting to live/work there - it is a depression zone. Miami is a great place to live - if you're insanely rich and can afford it.
I'll always give higher regards to Wade in legacy as he stayed home. LeBron left and had to team up with two other top class pros. Still think LeBron should have went to New York or remained in Cleveland. Granted having visited Cleveland a couple times I can't blame anyone for not wanting to live/work there - it is a depression zone. Miami is a great place to live - if you're insanely rich and can afford it.
I agree, had he stayed home you could have been able to write a "better story" probably, but I thought the media and the fans in general (outside Cleveland) were too harsh on him.. He didn't commit a crime. He just made a choice regarding his future, and for me the neutral fans should just respect his decision and enjoy watching him play if they want to.. It's his life after all.
I, obviously, am not a neutral fan though, as I'm a Heat fan, and I was thrilled when he joined the Heat..
I, obviously, am not a neutral fan though, as I'm a Heat fan, and I was thrilled when he joined the Heat..
I believe it was "The Decision" that changed public opinion on him. Before that debacle, I was a big fan of his, and did feel he received too much criticism for failing to win the whole thing in Cleveland (not all his fault but he has to shoulder a good share of the blame). He will always be remembered for not only turning his back on his hometown club but doing so in a nationally televised event. Ouch. It was quite classless. He can cite the money donated to charity in the event but it was 99% about him not the kids. And many of those kids in attendance were fans of the local regional clubs, Knicks, Celtics, et al, and yet he chooses Miami. Ouch.
The decision, obviously wasn't the way to go, and I think even he knows that now..
What an ending! Poor Mavs, but that was a great shot by Durant, it's hard not to like OKC.
WOW!!! What a game in Oklahoma! And what a buzzer beater from Durant to win it! Oh man!
Meanwhile, Dallas are falling to a 0-3 start now..
Meanwhile, Dallas are falling to a 0-3 start now..
Yes! Dallas are 0 in 3!
Yo Danny look at the trade.
I did, but the only thing I could add to my last offer is the addition of Shawn Marion really (which I would drop anyway if the trade takes place, because he doesn't fit in my plans)..
The only thing that makes my last offer suits me to be honest with you is the fact that I am one player short. I don't have a reasonable pick to replace Shawn Marion at the moment that would fit me, which is why the 3 for 2 trade will fill that gap for me, and fit me overall..
Think about it again, and see if my last offer can be of use for you.
The only thing that makes my last offer suits me to be honest with you is the fact that I am one player short. I don't have a reasonable pick to replace Shawn Marion at the moment that would fit me, which is why the 3 for 2 trade will fill that gap for me, and fit me overall..
Think about it again, and see if my last offer can be of use for you.
No I proposed a new one.
Yeah, I saw it.. Don't think, even with the extra player, that I can benefit from it. In fact I'd even choose Marion (which I'd drop) ahead of one of those three you offered..
Nice to see Ron Artest playing well, though NYC beat themselves as often as anyone beats them with their stupid shot selection, they're playing to their strengths and Kobe looks great.