Game Thread 2023-24 Game #31 - BLAZERS VS SPURS - DECEMBER 29, 2023 - FRIDAY - 7:00 PM PST - ROOT

[Tince]

My biggest complaint with Simon’s this year. And at times Grant

The scoring was not an issue tonight.

 

[MickZagger]

Someone needs to tell Holton the Blazers scored 63 in the second half, so it wasn't the offense that was the issue, it was 72 points a Wemby/Collinsless team put up on them.

I think Holton would tell you that he was complaining because the team started going to that when it’s been our demise much of the season. He wanted Chanceey to put a stop to it

 

[MickZagger]

The scoring was not an issue tonight.

Never said it was…

 

[OneSport3]

Brogdon provides everything that the Lakers critically need; a PG and 3 point shooting. Would Vando and a 1st get it done?

 

[Tince]

I think Holton would tell you that he was complaining because the team started going to that when it’s been our demise much of the season. He wanted Chanceey to put a stop to it

That's why Holton is doing TV and selling insurance and not coaching anymore!

 

[MickZagger]

Brogdon provides everything that the Lakers critically need; a PG and 3 point shooting. Would Vando and a 1st get it done?

No! It would tarnish his legacy

 

[Sheldon Shape]

Joe Cronin: Give me 2 firsts for Brogdon.

I would give him a lot of credit if he can pull that off. I'm doubtful he can.

 

[Pinwheel1]

Brogdon provides everything that the Lakers critically need; a PG and 3 point shooting. Would Vando and a 1st get it done?

Last year I wanted him. But now......what does he bring that Carmara and Walker don't? I think we need a different type of forward if we are trading Brogdon.

 

[MickZagger]

Last year I wanted him. But now......what does he bring that Carmara and Walker don't? I think we need a different type of forward if we are trading Brogdon.

A scoring oriented one?

 

[Pinwheel1]

A scoring oriented one?

Exactly.

 

[Whyachi]

Grant & Brogdon 9-12 from downtown.
75% is outstanding, and I won't add a we should trade these guys observation.

 

[HansenYang]

Brogdon provides everything that the Lakers critically need; a PG and 3 point shooting. Would Vando and a 1st get it done?

Normally yes... but Vando is not eligible to be traded this season

 

[kjironman1]

ZCO hurt?

Zach got an ouchy foot, hope he's OK

Can you imagine coming back and getting the start in Portland only to get injured once again? He has to be thinking the Moda is cursed? Many of us think this as well.

 

[kjironman1]

Brogdon provides everything that the Lakers critically need; a PG and 3 point shooting. Would Vando and a 1st get it done?

But it would help the Lakers? Gotta be a better way to go?

 

[PtldPlatypus]

Brogdon provides everything that the Lakers critically need; a PG and 3 point shooting. Would Vando and a 1st get it done?

To match salary, Lakers would have to add someone like Hachimura.

 

[42N8Bounce]

Scoot's best game so far!
22 points
11 assists
7 rebounds
1 steal
1 block
(4 turnovers / 5 fouls)


Note: Game Score was created by John Hollinger to give a rough measure of a player's productivity for a single game. (40 is an outstanding performance, 10 is an average performance.)

Keep that trend line going up!

 

[Whyachi]

It's so dumb. I don't understand why NBA teams don't intentionally soccer kick the ball every time someone tries a bounce pass. There is no penalty as far as I know. Unless, does it reset the shot clock?

the kicked ball rule is from the OG days. The idea is players must dribble the ball to advance, they're not allowed to boot the ball out of a scrum, then pick it up. Basketball was designed to be a "hands only" sport. So defensive players cannot deflect the ball with their legs, which could be considered a "foot pass" to teammate.

I'm sure Wiki could give the proper rules of a kicked ball. I'm only throwing some Whyachi blabber out there. I believe another take on no kicking is basketball courts are tiny in comparison to Soccer fields. Gyms, especially in the old days had giant windows and expensive lights right above the action. It's also a little dangerous as basketballs are heavy thick leather bohemoths compared to soccer balls. If everyone was allowed to Rugby kick a basketball, players would get hurt from foot missiles in close quarters, and spectators might be injured from shattered glass. No punting, no FG attempts, no soaring Goalie boots. Dammit, leave the ball on the court and absolutely NO KICKING !!

It's actually terrific defense to block a passing lane with your foot. There's really no penalty for it, other then the game resets and the kickee gets a high 5 for good D.