Game Thread 2023-24 GAME #60 - BLAZERS @ WOLVES - MARCH 4, 2024 - MONDAY - 5:00 PM PST - ROOT

[Whyachi]

I think Simons has played the entire game. No rest for Anfernee

 

[Whyachi]

Edwards has taken only 3 shots. His teammates are icing him out

 

[blazerfan11]

I hope Simons noticed that two different teammates just hit 3-pointers.

 

[Cugel]

Rupert needs more mins.

 

[Whyachi]

Moses blocked and tackled KAT

good D Blazers !

 

[blazerfan11]

Rupert needs more mins.

Rupert should be starting at small forward.

 

[OneSport3]

I hope Simons noticed that two different teammates just hit 3-pointers.

He has a game-high 9 assists, I’m sure he’s aware.

 

[Whyachi]

Simons cuts it to 4. Minnesota looks embarrased. Chauncey's not normal rookies are kicking butt

 

[Cugel]

Rupert should be starting at small forward.

I don't know if it's the blue shoes tonight but his footwork on 1-on-1 defense seems really quick.

 

[blazerfan11]

Rupert should be playing 30 minutes a game.

To be able to get Rupert to a starting-level 3-and-D small forward by the end of the season would be massive for the young core moving forward.

Rupert has worked on his shot creation from the 3-point line which is probably why he's more confident at taking them than Murray, Walker, or Camara.

 

[UKRAINEFAN]

Missing a wide open three in that situation cost five points,

 

[blazerfan11]

Missing a wide open three in that situation cost five points,

I hope Billups calculates it that way too.

 

[Cugel]

Murray has missed wide wide wide open 3s all year. Simply has to make those. Basically a practice shot with no defender within 15 feet.

 

[Whyachi]

Alexander-Walker is doing damage

 

[Whyachi]

hey... Coach finally gave Ant some rest

 

[Whyachi]

Murray has missed wide wide wide open 3s all year. Simply has to make those. Basically a practice shot with no defender within 15 feet.

we need a better draft pick. Kris can miss as many 3's as necessary

 

[Sheldon Shape]

We can't afford this win.

 

[Whyachi]

mega Blazer chuck ball

it looks bad now

 

[blazerfan11]

Do any of the Trail Blazes know Rupert is 2-2 on his 3-point shots in this game?

Well, now he is.

 

[Whyachi]

Frenchy got game

 

[blazerfan11]

Do any of the Trail Blazes know Rupert is 2-2 on his 3-point shots in this game?

Well, now he is.

Seriously, how can Billups have been so brain-dead regarding Rupert up to now.

 

[Boise Blazer]

My mind might be playing tricks on me but I swear Rupes has already added some weight

 

[Whyachi]

Rayan career high 13

 

[blazerfan11]

Please tell me Rupert will start the next game at SF.

 

[blazerfan11]

Rayan Rupert, 6'7" , 7'2" wingspan, 6th youngest player in the NBA right now.

Here are the 10 youngest players ahead of the 2023-24 season listed by their birthday:

1. GG Jackson, Memphis Grizzlies: Dec. 17, 2004
2. Dariq Whitehead, Brooklyn Nets: Aug. 1, 2004
3. Bilal Coulibaly, Washington Wizards: July 26, 2004
4. Noah Clowney, Brooklyn Nets: July 14, 2004
5. Cam Whitmore, Houston Rockets: July 8, 2004
6. Rayan Rupert, Portland Trail Blazers: May 31, 2004

 

[Whyachi]

Timberwolves dunking and dancing. Down 15 Billups calls timeout. He can't clear the bench, because they're already in the game.

 

[Whyachi]

Ant postered Rudy

 

[blazerfan11]

Rupert is now 11-22 for the season on 3-pointers. 50%.

 

[blazerfan11]

WHY was Rupert taken out of the game? Wow.

 

[Tince]

Given Minnesota's defensive personnel, their scheme, and the roster we put out, I think this was Simons best game of the season.