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quote: Originally posted by i HATE Rich DeVos:playing the game thread version of "press your luck" TMF? NO Whammies, No Whammies, STOP! Remember what Davcivic said in the Game Thread Sign Up Thingy: "Redemption Week" ************* BELIEVE!!!!!!!!!!

*Magic-Pistons Game Preview Added* See bottom of opening post - page 1.

quote: Originally posted by Osprey23: quote: Originally posted by TrueMagicFan07: quote: Originally posted by TreyTime:IBTL Trey, I've been working on this ALL DAY...since early yesterday morning! (It is now Sunday morning - 3:31 EST) I was finishing up and ready to post at the same time Osprey posted his. I didn't see you signed up on the stickied thread so I made it. It's no big deal. If you've worked on it all day then I don't mind this one being it, although I think we should merge them with mine being at the top Thanks Osprey! And you are correct, I didn't sign up for it. But since this game was a back-to-back and no one signed up for it (also with it close to the time of the game), I thought I would prepare one as a back up. Again, thanks.

quote: Originally posted by TreyTime:IBTL Trey, I've been working on this ALL DAY...since early yesterday morning! (It is now Sunday morning - 3:31 a.m. EST) I was finishing up and ready to post at the same time Osprey posted his.

When: Saturday, January 31, 2010 Time: 6:00 P.M. Where: The Palace of Auburn Hills, Detroit TV Coverage: FSN and NBA League Pass LOCATION: The Palace of Auburn Hills TIME ************************************************************************ ***************************** Links for Watching/Listening to Game RADIO: http://www.nba.com/broadband/alp_schedule.html http://580wdbo.com/ Spanish Radio: AM 1030 WONQ BROADBAND: http://www.atdhe.net/index.html http://www.justin.tv/directory?category=sports http://www.channelsurfing.net/ STATS (Updated throughout the game): http://sports.yahoo.com/nba http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/scoreboard Other Links www.nba.com www.orlandomagic.com www.espn.com www.cnnsi.com www.nbcsports.com www.cbssportsline.com *********************************************************** Magic-Pistons Preview quote: Reported by ESPN.go.com - Jan. 31, 2010 In their last two games, the Orlando Magic have taken down two of their top competitors in the Eastern Conference. They may get a slight reprieve in their next contest. The Magic visit the slumping Detroit Pistons on Sunday as they look to secure Stan Van Gundy a spot on the All-Star bench to coach the East. Orlando (31-16) moved ahead of Atlanta to claim the Southeast Division lead following a 104-86 home victory over the Hawks on Saturday. The Magic, who had defeated the conference-leading Celtics on Thursday, shot 54.2 percent and held Atlanta to 39.5-percent shooting from the field. Dwight Howard finished with 31 points, 19 rebounds and three blocked shots, helping the Magic exceed 100 points for the first time in three games. "I wasn't concerned about numbers (Saturday)," Howard said. "We just wanted to play aggressively at both ends. We're trying to be more aggressive and for the most part, we did that." Another key to Orlando's fifth win in six games was J.J. Redick, who had a career-best seven assists to go along with eight points. Orlando had 20 assists to 11 turnovers after finishing with eight assists and 16 turnovers against Boston. While the Magic have now won five straight at home, they've struggled on the road, losing 10 of 13. They also have only one win in their last 11 visits to Detroit and have been held below 95 points while dropping their last three games there. With a win, not only would Orlando snap its losing streak at the Palace of Auburn Hills, but Van Gundy would also be named coach of the Eastern Conference All-Stars. Although the Pistons (15-30) and Magic split a pair of matchups in November, Detroit has fallen apart since, dropping 18 of its last 22. The Pistons have dropped four straight entering this contest, including a dreadful performance in a 92-65 home loss to Miami on Friday. They were outrebounded 52-25 and totaled 25 points over the second and third quarters. "We obviously can't stand pat with this kind of performance -- there will have to be some changes somewhere," Detroit coach John Kuester said. "We have to find a way to get 48 minutes of energy out of this team." Ben Gordon played for the 26th time this season and first time in nine games, finishing with 10 points in 13 minutes. He had been sidelined with a groin injury. The Pistons had hoped Gordon's return could help ignite the offense, but they continued to struggle. Richard Hamilton shot 4 of 14 for eight points and Rodney Stuckey, who came in averaging 19.3 points in his previous six games, scored a season-low four. Hamilton missed both games against the Magic in November because of a sprained right ankle, but he averaged 30.0 points and 10.0 assists in two games against them last season. Even with Hamilton, Detroit could have difficulty scoring against the Magic, who have held their last seven opponents to 93.4 points per game.

When: Saturday, January 31, 2010 Time: 6:00 P.M. Where: The Palace of Auburn Hills, Detroit TV Coverage: FSN and NBA League Pass LOCATION: The Palace of Auburn Hills TIME ************************************************************************ ***************************** Links for Watching/Listening to Game RADIO: http://www.nba.com/broadband/alp_schedule.html http://580wdbo.com/ Spanish Radio: AM 1030 WONQ BROADBAND: http://www.atdhe.net/index.html http://www.justin.tv/directory?category=sports http://www.channelsurfing.net/ STATS (Updated throughout the game): http://sports.yahoo.com/nba http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/scoreboard Other Links www.nba.com www.orlandomagic.com www.espn.com www.cnnsi.com www.nbcsports.com www.cbssportsline.com *********************************************************** Magic-Pistons Preview quote: Reported by ESPN.go.com - Jan. 31, 2010 In their last two games, the Orlando Magic have taken down two of their top competitors in the Eastern Conference. They may get a slight reprieve in their next contest. The Magic visit the slumping Detroit Pistons on Sunday as they look to secure Stan Van Gundy a spot on the All-Star bench to coach the East. Orlando (31-16) moved ahead of Atlanta to claim the Southeast Division lead following a 104-86 home victory over the Hawks on Saturday. The Magic, who had defeated the conference-leading Celtics on Thursday, shot 54.2 percent and held Atlanta to 39.5-percent shooting from the field. Dwight Howard finished with 31 points, 19 rebounds and three blocked shots, helping the Magic exceed 100 points for the first time in three games. "I wasn't concerned about numbers (Saturday)," Howard said. "We just wanted to play aggressively at both ends. We're trying to be more aggressive and for the most part, we did that." Another key to Orlando's fifth win in six games was J.J. Redick, who had a career-best seven assists to go along with eight points. Orlando had 20 assists to 11 turnovers after finishing with eight assists and 16 turnovers against Boston. While the Magic have now won five straight at home, they've struggled on the road, losing 10 of 13. They also have only one win in their last 11 visits to Detroit and have been held below 95 points while dropping their last three games there. With a win, not only would Orlando snap its losing streak at the Palace of Auburn Hills, but Van Gundy would also be named coach of the Eastern Conference All-Stars. Although the Pistons (15-30) and Magic split a pair of matchups in November, Detroit has fallen apart since, dropping 18 of its last 22. The Pistons have dropped four straight entering this contest, including a dreadful performance in a 92-65 home loss to Miami on Friday. They were outrebounded 52-25 and totaled 25 points over the second and third quarters. "We obviously can't stand pat with this kind of performance -- there will have to be some changes somewhere," Detroit coach John Kuester said. "We have to find a way to get 48 minutes of energy out of this team." Ben Gordon played for the 26th time this season and first time in nine games, finishing with 10 points in 13 minutes. He had been sidelined with a groin injury. The Pistons had hoped Gordon's return could help ignite the offense, but they continued to struggle. Richard Hamilton shot 4 of 14 for eight points and Rodney Stuckey, who came in averaging 19.3 points in his previous six games, scored a season-low four. Hamilton missed both games against the Magic in November because of a sprained right ankle, but he averaged 30.0 points and 10.0 assists in two games against them last season. Even with Hamilton, Detroit could have difficulty scoring against the Magic, who have held their last seven opponents to 93.4 points per game.

quote: Originally posted by i HATE Rich DeVos: quote: Originally posted by VCdaCarter:The person that made this thread must've been more horny than a hooker at a bachelor party. not cool, TMF doesn't deserve that. Thanks Rich DeVos. I thought I would lighten things up, and have a little fun with the guys. For the record, I found the picture of Dwight earlier this week on the Orlando Magic Home Page. (See center photo - Page 1) He is autographing his 2009-2010 All-Star jersey as part of contest sponsored by the Orlando Magic Organization. Anyone can sign up to win the autographed jersey. I ran across Mo Evans' photo while searching for pictures of the Hawks' lineups. I thought I would give him equal time.

When: Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010 ** Time: 7 PM (EST) ** Where: Amway Arena, Orlando, FL ** TV Coverage: Sun Sports and NBA TV (. . .uh, sorry! *fanning motion*) The Rest of the Hawks Bench: G Guard Jamal Crawford G Jeff Teague F Joe Smith C Zaza Pachulia C Jason Collins F Randolph Morris F Mario West ****************************************** quote: Friday, January 29, 2010 NBA Picks Hawks vs. Magic It

quote: The trial of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Delonte West(notes) on weapons charges has been postponed until April 26. Authorities say West was carrying two loaded handguns, a loaded shotgun and an 8 1/2 -inch Bowie knife while riding a three-wheel motorcycle on the Capital Beltway in Maryland in September. Police say he was pulled over after cutting off an officer. He is charged with carrying a dangerous weapon, carrying a handgun, transporting a handgun, reckless driving and negligent driving. The charges are all misdemeanors. Each weapons count carries a penalty of up to three years in prison. Court officials changed the trial date on Thursday. Both sides agreed to the change. Link: http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/ne...st&prov=ap&type=lgns

quote: The trial of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Delonte West(notes) on weapons charges has been postponed until April 26. Authorities say West was carrying two loaded handguns, a loaded shotgun and an 8 1/2 -inch Bowie knife while riding a three-wheel motorcycle on the Capital Beltway in Maryland in September. Police say he was pulled over after cutting off an officer. He is charged with carrying a dangerous weapon, carrying a handgun, transporting a handgun, reckless driving and negligent driving. The charges are all misdemeanors. Each weapons count carries a penalty of up to three years in prison. Court officials changed the trial date on Thursday. Both sides agreed to the change. Link: http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/ne...st&prov=ap&type=lgns

quote: Originally posted by duelingdragons: btw, he was teed up for saying "and one". JOKE OFFICIALS I know that this was discussed a few pages ago, but when Dwight got teed up after scoring a bucket and was fouled, Matty and David Steele said that Dwight said to the refs, "It's about time!".

quote: Originally posted by VCplusD12:Hey LinkZ, I know you're a nice guy so I'd like some help from you. I want to make our game thread on the 5th February against the Wizards, but it would be the first time I'd start a thread here and I don't even know if I'm allowed to start a game thread with only 275 posts.. Hi VC, and I'm a nice gal. You're okay. You can have 1 post and still sign up. It sometimes take the mods a little while to check the signup thread. It may take anywhere from one hour to 2 days before they check it. I just signed up a few minutes ago.

I will take Atlanta on Jan. 30th.

Bobcats are spanking Phoenix with under 2 mins. left in the 3rd quarter Suns 67 and Bobcats 104 with less than 2 mins. left in the 3RD QUARTER. Records: Suns (24-16); Bobcats (18-19)

Bobcats are spanking Phoenix with under 2 mins. left in the 3rd quarter Suns 67 and Bobcats 104 with less than 2 mins. left in the 3RD QUARTER. Records: Suns (24-16); Bobcats (18-19)

Hey, just read in EspnGo that Brandon Roy is bothered by a hamstring injury and is trying to decide if he should continue to play through it. The Magic better push the ball and play uptempo! Edit: Sorry rtillarree. You beat me to it. I didn' see your post.

When: Friday, January 15, 2010 Time: 10:30 p.m. Place: Rose Garden Arena TV Coverage: Fox Sports Network (FSN) and ESPN LOCATIONRose Garden Arena Portland, Oregon TIME MAGIC STARTERS Bench: Guard Jason Williams Forward Ryan Anderson Center Marcin Gortat Forward Mickael Pietrus Forward Brandon Bass Adonal Foyle Injury Report: Vince Carter TRAIL BLAZERS STARTERS _____Top Row: PG Andre Miller, Center Juan Howard _____Middle Row: SF Martell Webster _____Bottom Row: SG Brandon Roy, PF LaMarcus Aldridge Bench: Guard Steve Blake Guard Jerryd Bayless Forward Jeff Pendergraph Forward Dante Cunningham Blazers Injury Report: _____*G Rudy Fernandez, who underwent back surgery on Dec. 8, will _____ be out another 1-2 weeks. _____*F Nicolas Batum, who underwent late-October surgery to repair _____ a torn right labrum, should return within three weeks. _____*F Travis Outlaw will be lost until at least the All-Star break _____with a broken fifth metatarsal bone in his left foot. _____*C Greg Oden is lost for the year after undergoing surgery for _____a fractured left patella. _____*C Joel Przybilla is lost for the year after undergoing surgery for _____a ruptured right patella tendon and a dislocated kneecap. ******************************************************************** Portland (24-16) at Orlando (26-13) MAGIC TEAM REPORT quote: *Yahoo Sports - Jan 12, 12:32 pm EST* Magic coach Stan Van Gundy has been contemplating some serious lineup changes. With his four All-Stars -- Vince Carter, Dwight Howard, Rashard Lewis and Jameer Nelson -- struggling to play well together, Van Gundy hinted Saturday that one of them may be playing in reserve soon. And Carter is the most likely one. "We have been quite a bit better this season when we've had at least one of those four guys out," Van Gundy said Saturday. "We just have not been very good with them together -- not nearly as good as we've played the rest of the games. I don't know if that's something where we need to get some more complementary players in there with them." The Magic have won just five of the 10 games that all four started together, which has prompted the possible change-of-lineup discussions. They played the first 10 games of the season without Lewis (suspension). They played 16 without Nelson (knee). And they played Saturday without Carter. They are 20-7 in those games. It took the absence of Carter -- out with a bruised left shoulder -- to help the Magic snap a four-game losing streak. They beat the Hawks 113-81 Saturday. "(A lineup switch) is something you may have to look at, what some of the other guys bring a little bit better in terms of balance, guys who don't need plays called for them," Van Gundy said. "Part of it is guys in their roles and how they play. Instead of four guys who see themselves as scorers, you would get three and a couple guys who do other things." The Magic return to action Tuesday, opening a four-game West Coast swing in Sacramento. Carter is questionable for that game, but he should return at some point during the trip. His role is the question. Carter is mired in one of the worst shooting slumps of his career. He has made just 11 of his last 49 shots, and he has failed to reach double figures in the last four. He was hurt in the second quarter in Friday night's loss. MAGIC 113, HAWKS 81: The Magic snapped a four-game losing streak Saturday night, riding one of their best performances of the season. They shot 52.4 percent. They outrebounded the Hawks 45-35. They had eight players score in double figures, topped by Matt Barnes with 18 points. They led 66-37 at halftime and coasted through the final two periods. The victory allowed the Magic to retain first place in the Southeast Division. ***************************** Links for Watching/Listening to Game RADIO: http://www.nba.com/broadband/alp_schedule.html http://580wdbo.com/ Spanish Radio: AM 1030 WONQ BROADBAND: http://www.atdhe.net/index.html http://www.justin.tv/directory?category=sports http://www.channelsurfing.net/ STATS (Updated throughout the game): http://sports.yahoo.com/nba http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/scoreboard Other Links www.nba.com www.orlandomagic.com www.espn.com www.cnnsi.com www.nbcsports.com www.cbssportsline.com ***************************** *Prediction: Subway Sub of the Game ___ QUOTES TO NOTE *See MAGIC TEAM REPORT above* quote: Magic coach Stan Van Gundy has been contemplating some serious lineup changes. With his four All-Stars -- Vince Carter, Dwight Howard, Rashard Lewis and Jameer Nelson -- struggling to play well together, Van Gundy hinted Saturday that one of them may be playing in reserve soon. And Carter is the most likely one. quote: "We have been quite a bit better this season when we've had at least one of those four guys out," Van Gundy said Saturday. "We just have not been very good with them together -- not nearly as good as we've played the rest of the games. I don't know if that's something where we need to get some more complementary players in there with them." - Stan Van Gundy _____________ Busting Loose, the Magic (and Stan) feel like busting loose...na, na, naaah, na! _____________ _______________Na, na, naaah, na! ___ _________________ ____________ Everybody's busting loose!!! __________ GO MAGIC!!!!!

Nowadays, I actually go. . .oh no. . .when Rashard comes back in the game. I cringe when he shoots the ball. I like how Anderson is rebounding and driving for lay ups. I know he has his off nights, but with time he will get better. Last night, I loved how he mixed it up and did not throw up a a ton of uncontested 3 point shots. He did not mind banging under the boards for rebounds.

quote: Originally posted by Chase: How do you feel seeing your boy frowning on the sideline while the rest of the team is putting on a show? Chase, stop it now, because if Vince had been laughing, some posters on this board would say that they didn't think he was hurt. And that he faked the injury or pretend to be in pain so that he would not have to play tonight. Think about it, if Vince is in pain, he wouldn't be jumping about anyway.

Don't know if this has been mentioned, but JJ played the entire 1st quarter and is still in the game starting the 2nd quarter. Go JJ!!!

It is so frustrating watching Jameer walking the ball up the court then slowing the ball down in half court.

Jameer needs to sit down!!!! We were playing well until Stan sent Dwight and Jameer back in.

quote: Originally posted by GhostAnime:I want stan to be the meanest he can possibly be in the press conference. i want to hear it tonight online. I'm on board with this. And if any player can't stand the heat, then leave.

This is the 2nd night in a row that Dwight grabs a rebound and the opponent takes the ball from out of his hands. The team is beginning to look lost.

quote: Originally posted by apexturbo: quote: Originally posted by TrueMagicFan07:Clearly this team is not focused and has no energy. I know that they are grown men, but I think that there is too much extracurricular activity going on off the court. And that is why they seem so lethargic game time. What sort of activities other than the commercials and community service? I forgot about Dwight's commercials. And who knows how much time is spent on community service? (Don't forget the movie Dwight made this past summer ala Shaq) Now, Apex, you know what I'm talking about...There is playing around and and then there is playing around *wink* ___________