Blazers @ Nuggets Game Thread 4-14-2003

[OregonHuskerMan]

I'm serious about this. A big PG who can defend SGs. If Shaun Livingston could stay healthy (and he did this season, didn't he?) he'd do. He'd be like Ron Harper for the Bulls.

So, Michael Carter-Williams

 

[BlazerCaravan]

Lillard has two blocks. Maybe he's really a center.

 

[Rastapopoulos]

So, Michael Carter-Williams

He's certainly intriguing. But MM wouldn't like it. Also:

On the defensive side of the court is the area where it may be hardest to project Carter-Williams and, outside of the overall depth in the Syracuse backcourt likely the single biggest reason for his limited minutes as the season progressed.

Despite his average wingspan, Carter-Williams has the size and foot speed to be a disruptive force on the perimeter, and he did do a good job of forcing turnovers during his freshman season. His overall dedication on this end can be in question, as he at times appears to lose focus. He's also not particularly good at working through screens, something he'll have to work to improve going forward, especially with his size.

His weight, listed at 176 pounds according on Syracuse website, is a big detriment for him on the defensive side of the ball as well, particularly if he's asked to defend shooting guards at the next level. Whether or not he has the frame to add substantially more weight to his skinny frame is one of the things to watch going forward.

 

[PapaG]

I'm serious about this. A big PG who can defend SGs. If Shaun Livingston could stay healthy (and he did this season, didn't he?) he'd do. He'd be like Ron Harper for the Bulls.

Oh ffs. How many times are you going to beat this dead horse?

Anyhow, Will Barton will be a solid 6th man, perhaps even as soon as next season. I really like what I see from him in terms of energy and offensive ability, and he can create his own shot.

 

[Rastapopoulos]

Lillard has two blocks. Maybe he's really a center.

I saw one of them - it was on Lawson from behind. Muggsy Bogues once blocked Patrick Ewing from behind. As Bogues recounted: "He was pissed!"

 

[Rastapopoulos]

Oh ffs. How many times are you going to beat this dead horse?

Until I GET MY WAY!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Rastapopoulos]

Sadly the best Euro by far in this game has been Fournier. Who looks like a slightly uglier version of Christiano Ronaldo. That is to say, he's got a face you just want to punch.

 

[Rastapopoulos]

Hey, the Blazers got it to within 4 inside of 4 minutes. That's probably the best they've done in ten games.

 

[MickZagger]

Lillard must be reminded of his playing days with Weber St with the talent he's playing with lately.

 

[MickZagger]

Sadly the best Euro by far in this game has been Fournier. Who looks like a slightly uglier version of Christiano Ronaldo. That is to say, he's got a face you just want to punch.

His last name always reminds me of fornication for some reason.

 

[Rastapopoulos]

Impressed with Iguodala. He takes what the defense gives him. Which, in this game, is anything he wants. But he's scoring a lot on little hooks and whatnot.

 

[Rastapopoulos]

Their end-of-bench scrubs (Fournier and Randolph) > anyone on our bench.

 

[BlazerCaravan]

Lillard must be reminded of his playing days with Weber St with the talent he's playing with lately.

Exactly. Might as well just shoot if nobody you pass to can catch, dribble, or shoot the ball.

 

[Blazinaway]

these threads are threadbare, no surprise, however looking at the 11 pick and even a shot at the 10

 

[BlazerCaravan]

these threads are threadbare, no surprise, however looking at the 11 pick and even a shot at the 10

I would have posted, but my dad's in the hospital, so I missed most of the game.

 

[PapaG]

So ... exactly who was Lillard supposed to be a true PG for today? Claver? Barton? Hickson? Leonard? Babbit?

I'm amazed the Blazers scored 109, frankly, considering they were missing LMA, Matthews, and Batum.

 

[PapaG]

Their end-of-bench scrubs (Fournier and Randolph) > anyone on our bench.

Considering much of the Blazer bench was starting today, that's not saying much.

 

[PapaG]

They should just sit Damian if he isn't even going to try. 6 TOs and 4 shots, are you kidding me?

He ended up with 30 points and yet again played a million minutes.

 

[PapaG]

I would have posted, but my dad's in the hospital, so I missed most of the game.

I'm watching The Masters. Didn't care at all about today's Blazer game.

WHAT A PUTT BY SCOTT TO WIN IT!!!

 

[Blazinaway]

I would have posted, but my dad's in the hospital, so I missed most of the game.

I wish him the best

 

[Charcoal Filtered]

I'm watching The Masters. Didn't care at all about today's Blazer game.

WHAT A PUTT BY SCOTT TO WIN IT!!!

Amazing things you can do with a 70ft putter.

 

[RR7]

Ultimately works out best case scenario, IMO. Blazers played tough, scrapped back into it, made it close, got young guys into a tight game, but still lost, while Philly and Toronto both won today, giving us an outside shot at moving up to 10.

 

[Rastapopoulos]

I've got to say that the past few games have made me feel a lot better about Barton. Dude's skinny, but he gets boards! He always looks out of control, but he isn't...always. Today's line: 17 pts (5-8, 1-2 from 3 and 6-6 fts), 9 rbs, 5 assists. 3 TOs, but I forgive him.

 

[Rastapopoulos]

I feel bad about Faried. I hope he can come back for the playoffs.

 

[Rastapopoulos]

Player of the Game: Freeland! +7 (highest, just ahead of Claver) in 7 minutes! And he was a triple-one threat - one rebound, one assist, one block.

 

[Rhal]

I hope faried comee back as well rasta. Otherwise the nuggets go from one of the funnist teams to watch to missing two key players and probably losing in the first round.

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