AnotherCavsFan

I watched games 1 and 2 of the Orlando/Charlotte series, and I gotta say, that crowd is terrible as far as making noise and being heard. I honestly could not even tell they were there. Every basket brought on cheers and claps and as soon as the other team inbounded the ball, they were silent.

quote: Originally posted by Kramer: The difference is Pietrus will hit a shot in your building but Parker hasn't proven he will in ours. Jameer goes on the road well in the playoffs, Mo Williams was nothing short of a joke in the Conference Finals. The winner of this series is going to be the one that hits the most jumpshots and the Cleveland Cavaliers have been afraid to take shots in the Amway Arena for a few years now bud. People putting words in my mouth is getting old...I've yet to say anything suggestive about Cleveland beating Orlando, yet people keep telling me why they can't?????

quote: Originally posted by GhostAnime:This should still be a problem though. Dwight is a young athetlic center just like these guys here. He hasn't ran against Shaq much, but he's definitely more threatening than Joakim Noah. The Cavs aren't having a problem running the floor. Obviously, they are slow at the Center position, but backcourt defense has been killing us. Last night was a once in a lifetime game for the Bulls. Hinrich and Rose were hitting every shot they threw up, although they were all good looks. How many games in Hinrich's career has he shot as good as he did last night? My guess would be very few, if any. This game doesn't worry me in the least, however I don't know about other Cavs fans. Boobie Gibson would be a better fit against the Bulls at the 2 than Parker, but apparently MB is sticking with the playoff rotation.

Well, I figured this would happen. I remember saying a while back if Shaq played, it would be a 5 game series, and if he didn't play, it would be a 4 game series. I expect the Cavs to pick it up in game 4.

quote: Originally posted by the notorious S.A.C.:The guy plays 40 minutes a game all out on offense and defense. He drives the lane full bore. He comes from behind and swats shots away. He averages more than 40 minutes per game. But the greatest stat for Lebron isnt his scoring. Its the fact the refs only call 1.5 fouls per game on such an agressive offensive and defensive player! This means Lebron most likely has never has been in foul trouble all year.. but I havent checked. Congrats to Barnes and SVG for having the Pills to say the refs seem to not call fouls on other "star" players in the league. NBA=WWE! Idiot.

I know what SVG said, but I'm not sure what Barnes said. Either way, seems there have been a boat load of fines in the past few weeks for criticizing the refs.

quote: Originally posted by AQUARIUM61: I think I would be worried about Boston. They are now playing at very high and it is very possible they will defeat the Cavs. I would not be so smug yet. ??? Where did I say we would be in the ECF??? Where did I say we would beat the Celtics?? I just said games aren't played on paper. Both teams, Magic and Cavs can easily lose their 2nd round series.

I know what SVG said, but I'm not sure what Barnes said. Either way, seems there have been a boat load of fines in the past few weeks for criticizing the refs.

quote: Originally posted by ManuGinobili: quote: You don't want to go to cavfanatic. That's all. Is that the Black Hole? Going to CavFanatic is like being in a Chess match with 100 babies screaming at the same time wanting a bottle; if that tells you anything.

quote: Originally posted by gporter: quote: Originally posted by AnotherCavsFan: quote: Originally posted by Chase:If we take game 3 then I will be frikin estatic, then it's a sweep possibilty. BUT on the other hand I think of Cleveland last year and how all that rest ended up hurting them which makes me not want to sweep. So IDK Rest isn't what killed the Cavs last year...Their matchup problem with Orlando is what killed them. I will somewhat agree to what you're saying though. I wouldn't want to sweep the first 2 series and come in to the ECF with too much confidence. You DO realize Rashard Lewis killed you last year, not Hedo. Vince also killed you guys in the regular season this year. Add that with the fact that both teams got better, Jameer being healthy, and both teams superstars are better... and you have yourself the same result as last year. You act as though both teams equally improved. No, Rashard isn't what killed us. Having no one to defend Dwight Howard is what killed us. When you have to double with the PF, you leave Lewis wide open. Yes, Lewis hit some key shots down the stretch, but the lack of defense at the 5 killed us. Furthermore, yes, Hedo was a matchup problem. We had Delonte West guarding him. 6'3'' against 6'10''...Pretty big differential there. The Cavs got Shaq to defend Dwight. Not to stop or shut him down, but to contain him. With Shaq in the game, there's no need for a double team, meaning Lewis is guarded, meaning no open shots. The fact that you assume all series are determined based on the fact you got Matt Barnes and Vince Carter, and we got Shaq and Jamison, is amazing to me. That's not at all how games are decided. They're not played on paper.

quote: Originally posted by Chase:If we take game 3 then I will be frikin estatic, then it's a sweep possibilty. BUT on the other hand I think of Cleveland last year and how all that rest ended up hurting them which makes me not want to sweep. So IDK Rest isn't what killed the Cavs last year...Their matchup problem with Orlando is what killed them. I will somewhat agree to what you're saying though. I wouldn't want to sweep the first 2 series and come in to the ECF with too much confidence.

quote: Originally posted by MMacOH:Lebron's wink and looks at the bench were a direct result of the Bull's bench talking trash to him throughout the game. If you talk trash to him, he replies. I don't have an issue with that. If someone trash talks you, you have every right to make them eat crow. Comes with the territory. It amazes me that people on this board expect Magic fans to like Lebron. He is the biggest threat to the Magic's title hopes. I would expect Magic fans to hate every move he makes, especially in the playoffs. Come on. The playoffs are not a time for level headedness (is that a word?) and respect, it is a time for passion and emotion. We can talk about respecting a game or ability in the off season. No one expects anybody to like LeBron. I maintain that it's laughable that so many people can talk about a wink, and how it is classless, disrespectful, tasteless, etc. etc...

Congrats to Dwight. DPOY is a huge honor. No one is as deserving for this award.

quote: Originally posted by LinkZ2009:I assure moon will never have a big game like that again. right AnotherCavsFan? Right..Moon's got athleticism, but his shot isn't that good...I don't see him doing that again. BTW, sarcasm noted.

quote: Originally posted by BliV:Im not trying to say LeBron is not arrogant, he is. BUT ... Thuglife atm you are only seeing one side of the story. Did you ever look what the bulls bench were doing/saying? The entire game they were yelling at him to take jumpers...and what did he do...took them...hit them...and winked at the bench. **** that makes him look self centered. Stop Hating, get your facts straight and lets beat them in the Conference Finals! It took 4 pages for someone to say that.... Thank you!

quote: Originally posted by ThuglifeJ:well every NBA player is self centered. Just not to the extent Lebron is. and really that was a nice long list of accomplishments wasn't it? Lots of finals MVPs and championships involved. well he does have a bronze medal doesnt he? He's probably played more playoff games than anyone on Orlando's squad except for Vince, maybe...Never lost a 1st round playoff series. Been to the finals and lost, with a TERRIBLE team. He's accomplished a lot, but the ring has eluded him. I don't see how that gives Jordan a right to be more self-centered than LeBron?? We're talking about a man that left basketball because he felt he did all he needed to do for the sport. Not self-centered at all, is it?

quote: Originally posted by ThuglifeJ:I laughed out loud at Anothercavsfan's post. Oh my god. Holding a follow through?...that's sad dude. the ****ing sad thing is CAVS FANS ACTUALLY BELIEVE THAT. They actually believe ppl only bring Lebron down because he is so good. Jesus, Lebron is a ****** bag, and very immature and self centered. It's his fault. and BMP, you may feel that way about Kobe and MJ, but I only see them as like angry *** holes. They aren't really as self centered ****** bags. I guess everyone has their likes and dislikes in personalities, but people like J.R. Smith and Lebron, I dont see how anyone can like their personalities. You tell me what makes winking worse than holding a follow through...I would love to know... They both tell the opposing team/coach, "I'm the s**t, and you can't do anything about it." I don't see how you can "lol" at something that makes a lot of sense...And yes, if LeBron was an average player, no one would give two s***s about what he did on the floor. But where he is so good, and he has won 2 straight MVPs, people put him under a microscope. Once again, I'm not condoning anything he has done, but if you think there's an athlete that is more self-centered than Jordan was, you don't know sports.

I won't be the one to defend LeBron for doing immature things, but if you think WINKING at a coach is disrespectful....LOL @ anyone who does.. What about Jordan holding his follow through after his clutch shot against the Jazz??? What about Jordan shrugging his shoulders after hitting that shot against the Blazers(I think)? ****y and disrespectful are two different things...There is a fine line, yes, but they are completely different.. Not shaking hands, not disrespectful. Not talking to the media, however, was completely disrespectful. Say what you want about how the Magic shook hands agaisnt the Lakers...That doesn't mean anything. Fact is, a lot of you are looking for anything you can to bring him down, simply because he is so good. And I would be saying this even if I wasn't a Cavs fan. Every little thing he does, people complain about it. Complaining happens, but never to this extent.

quote: Originally posted by Live or Die Magic: quote: Originally posted by AnotherCavsFan: quote: Originally posted by Live or Die Magic: quote: Originally posted by AnotherCavsFan:So I'd prefer not be judged as part of a group I'm not affiliated with. The fact that you haven't been suspended yet says a lot, pal. It says nothing...I've done nothing inappropriate or out of line.Suspend people that deserve it. Not people that have a favorite team that isnt the Magic. It says everything! It says that you are NOT being lumped in with the others and simply suspended just because you are a Cavs fan. If that's the case, then I apologize. I don't want trouble. I just don't like being called a troll. If I wasn't called one, then I'm wrong. My fault.

quote: Originally posted by BillFan: FWIW, I don't have a problem with you posting here. You seem to be pretty fair in your assessments and if we end up playing you guys it will be fun to go back and forth with you. If both our teams are fortunate enough to make it the ECF, I will be in every game thread..lol..It will be great if that were to happen.

quote: Originally posted by Peter Griffin: quote: Originally posted by AnotherCavsFan: quote: Originally posted by Live or Die Magic: quote: Originally posted by AnotherCavsFan:So I'd prefer not be judged as part of a group I'm not affiliated with. The fact that you haven't been suspended yet says a lot, pal. It says nothing...I've done nothing inappropriate or out of line.Suspend people that deserve it. Not people that have a favorite team that isnt the Magic. I wouldn't push it, kid. Like Salt N' Pepa?? I refuse to be bullied because I'm not a Magic fan.

quote: Originally posted by IronMaiden: quote: Originally posted by AnotherCavsFan: quote: Originally posted by Sinister_Grin:Three of our starters were completely invisible tonight with barnes at 0%, Dwight with 5 points and 1 of 6 from the line and Carter shooting 21% from the field. Three of our key bench players were pretty bad also in Gortat, Anderson and Jwill. As bad as these guys played tonight offensively we lead by double digits most of the way. No way all these guys suck so bad at the same time again. If they can't get us on a night where our two biggest offensive weapons are nowhere to be found and in foul trouble all night then I really feel sorry for the Bobcats from here on out. Their starting 5 shot a great percentage. All 3 of their main guys played well in Wallace, who had a monster game, Felton and Jackson. I don't see much room for improvement from any of their guys. Although what you said was true, it kinda goes the same way for Charlotte...I don't see Jameer going for 30+ again in the series... Dwight absolutely manhandled them inside on defense, with what, 8-9 blocks?? I don't see him getting that many blocks again in the series... Larry Brown can outcoach anyone in the NBA, and I'm sure he will have a better gameplan for game 2. Not saying it will work, but he will make some adjustments...If I was you guys, I would worry about Vince...Jackson is a matchup problem for him, as he is taller, and as quick/quicker, with as much strength...Hughes is also a solid perimeter defender, so Carter shouldn't have huge numbers at all. Expect him to put up mediocre performances the rest of the series. Other than that, Pietrus played lights out, that's not guaranteed to happen again, although it did in the ECF... IMO, both teams had things happen that don't normally happen. I don't think Pietrus and Nelson will be as hot next game, but I also don't think Wallace will dominate like he did. Obviously Nelson probably won't light it up like that again, but we have a lot of capable scorers both in the starting lineup and on the bench. A lot of them played pretty poorly and will bounce back as Jameer cools off. As far as Howard dominating the paint, I think he had like 8 blocks in the first quarter alone. Don't be shocked if he has several more 5-8 block games in these playoffs. Also, Charlotte is no joke. They're a **** good team. I don't care how much we win by or how big of a lead we blow as long as we get the W. Agreed. They're no joke. Cleveland would have trouble with them in a 7 game series. I'm thankful we have the Bulls rather than Charlotte.

quote: Originally posted by Live or Die Magic: quote: Originally posted by AnotherCavsFan:So I'd prefer not be judged as part of a group I'm not affiliated with. The fact that you haven't been suspended yet says a lot, pal. It says nothing...I've done nothing inappropriate or out of line.Suspend people that deserve it. Not people that have a favorite team that isnt the Magic.

quote: Originally posted by Live or Die Magic:Not sure?? It bothers me to have Cavs fans already on our boards causing trouble when we won't even play them for several weeks. I made a post about it in the Magic/Cats game thread. Then, after that, I noticed that one of our members had created a "Cavs/Bulls" thread in "Around the NBA." I was making a distinction between the two. I guess it is a bit more acceptable for Cavs fans to post in a thread that we created about their team. But I still don't like them posting in OUR game threads. Don't stereotype all Cavs fans on here for a few that cause trouble...Should I be here?? Probably not, but I am. I like it here, don't get harassed that much, and get along with almost everyone, save a few people. It's not trolling for a person to talk basketball...It's not trolling for a person to have an opinion that isn't the same as yours. I will agree, some of the Cavs "fans" on here don't know their place, constantly downtalking the Magic and some of their fans, but you won't hear a peep of that from this guy..So I'd prefer not be judged as part of a group I'm not affiliated with.

quote: Originally posted by Live or Die Magic:Can anyone explain to me (without breaking the TOS) why a Cavs fan is in here now? Assuming both teams continue to win, it will still be several weeks before we face them. I see no reason at all for them to be on our boards right now. They should be on the Bulls boards if they want to troll. Not trolling...Been on the board for a couple months..Like basketball discussions..Don't know where you get the idea of a troll though.