Official Discussion Thread of The Finals! San Antonio Spurs vs. Miami Heat

[theautographkid]

Looks like this is the Finals matchup! Definitely, going to be a great series. As much as I'd like to see the Heat win, I think the Spurs take the series in 6. What do you think? Difference maker this series?

[slugger22]

Spurs in 6.

No way the NBA allows the Spurs to sweep another Finals with LeFlop on the other team !

[21taylor21-0911]

Miami will be to much they win in 6

[theautographkid]

Miami will be to much they win in 6

Hopefully they will. All I know is, is that I want a great series.

[slugger22]

I'm sure Chris Anderson will do something stupid and try to start a fight with a Spurs player. His thuggish style of play is dangerous to any player on any team.

[GoJays]

Heat in 4. Lebron puts up 40+ each game, and cements himself as the greatest of all time.

No, Heat in six. I do still think Lebron will dominate, though. Not 40+-domination, but he'll play well.

[theautographkid]

Heat in 4. Lebron puts up 40+ each game, and cements himself as the greatest of all time.

No, Heat in six. I do still think Lebron will dominate, though. Not 40+-domination, but he'll play well.

LeBron will dominate know matter what. He just needs the help from Wade, Bosh, etc.. If he gets that from the team, then they should be able to win, but we just have to wait and see. When do The Finals start?

[Wings]

Spurs in 3, possibly 2.

[drob50]

LeBron will dominate know matter what. He just needs the help from Wade, Bosh, etc.. If he gets that from the team, then they should be able to win, but we just have to wait and see. When do The Finals start?

Thursday 8:30 ET

[puregreen5]

Kawhi's cards will jump in value now. This will be a great finals!!!

[theautographkid]

Spurs in 3, possibly 2.

Right :confused::rolleyes::p

[dave_man79]

Heat in 6.

[theautographkid]

Thursday 8:30 ET

Thanks! Gonna be a good series!

[Kingofkings1281]

I feel like this series could go either way. One thing is for certain, I don't see anyone sitting their starters this time around. Haha

[skycat]

I think the Spurs are a better and more experience version of the Pacers.
so I go with Spurs in 6.

[bdoody42]

I will go with Heat in 6...I am tempted to say 5.

[Nyfancam01]

I say HEAT in 6 games.

LeBron James is unstoppable and gets his second consecutive RING!

[theautographkid]

I say HEAT in 6 games.

LeBron James is unstoppable and gets his second consecutive RING!

Unstoppable yeah, but what about the rest of the team? You think they step it up with 3 days rest, to get another ring?

[Cades]

hopefully goes at least 6 games and would like to see an actual game 7

[CARD COLLECTOR]

Spurs in 6 :flex:

[murrke03]

Wade is going to be crucial. Same with Battier and Allen and the other shooters for the Heat.

Should be interesting to see the matchups as these teams haven't really played each other this year.

[Qwasian]

miami wins, with 40 freethrows in important game, series won't go 7...... probably 4-1

[theautographkid]

Wade is going to be crucial. Same with Battier and Allen and the other shooters for the Heat.

Should be interesting to see the matchups as these teams haven't really played each other this year.

That's what I was saying! If Wade doesn't show up, and get his confidence, then the Heat don't have that good of a chance. If and Bosh are going to have to step it up if they want to get this ring

[fullmetal]

Pop and Tim retire in style with a tacky thumb ring.

[theautographkid]

Pop and Tim retire in style with a tacky thumb ring.

The perfect way to retire

[hairytrojan]

spurs in 7

[pingbling23]

surprised it seems like the spurs are the favorites in this series? miami in 7.

[theautographkid]

surprised it seems like the spurs are the favorites in this series? miami in 7.

They should be. The way the Heat played (minus LeBron) was terrible.

[pingbling23]

They should be. The way the Heat played (minus LeBron) was terrible.

if you know basketball, its a game of matchups. the pacers do not favor miami's game, the spurs have no one like hibbert in the paint. not saying its going to be easy, but the heat match up better to the spurs then they do the pacers.

[kobe824]

if you know basketball, its a game of matchups. the pacers do not favor miami's game, the spurs have no one like hibbert in the paint. not saying its going to be easy, but the heat match up better to the spurs then they do the pacers.

His name is Tim Duncan. I heard he is pretty good...

[theautographkid]

if you know basketball, its a game of matchups. the pacers do not favor miami's game, the spurs have no one like hibbert in the paint. not saying its going to be easy, but the heat match up better to the spurs then they do the pacers.

So Duncan and Splitter aren't in the paint then? Pretty sure, that's where they dominate...

[MariOnAlmA]

Heat in 4........

[drob50]

His name is Tim Duncan. I heard he is pretty good...

Oh wow! He has the same name as the guy who has been training Hibbert in the off seasons! :)!

[Gator993]

Spurs in 6 (could see it being shorter series)

Spurs have much more depth
Spurs have much better coaching
Spurs have enough size to give problems in the paint
Spurs play great help defense and are a focused bunch who don't make mental errors
Spurs have huge edge at PG
Heat have LBJ, which is huge no doubt but its a team game.

Duncan and Pop retire after series.

This is going to be fun.

[pingbling23]

if youre saying that duncan and splitter have the same presence in the paint as hibbert and west, then yeah, the heat are in trouble.... duncan is a great player, but he wont have the same effect on offense and defense as hibbert had.

[theautographkid]

if youre saying that duncan and splitter have the same presence in the paint as hibbert and west, then yeah, the heat are in trouble.... duncan is a great player, but he wont have the same effect on offense and defense as hibbert had.

Offensive wise, Duncan is better than Hibbert imo.

[pingbling23]

Spurs in 6 (could see it being shorter series)

Spurs have much more depth disagree
Spurs have much better coaching disagree, maybe better but not by much
Spurs have enough size to give problems in the paint agree, but no where near the pacers
Spurs play great help defense and are a focused bunch who don't make mental errors miami is one of the best defensive teams in the league, this is a toss up
Spurs have huge edge at PG disagree, a better pg but not a huge edge
Heat have LBJ, which is huge no doubt but its a team game. agree

Duncan and Pop retire after series. i hope not

This is going to be fun. agree

comments in bold.

[pingbling23]

Offensive wise, Duncan is better than Hibbert imo.

its kind of a doubled edge sword, they are both 2 different post players. hibbert is more power while duncan is more finesse, miami will be able to guard duncan alot easier then guarding hibbert. duncan may get 20 and 10, but he will have to work for it vs hibbert getting easy layups/dunks or hooks over much smaller/weaker players. duncan does not have near the strength as hibbet.

[mr10pin]

Going to be a fun series to watch. A couple of good teams, hopefully leading to a good series. I'm pulling for the Heat, but wouldn't be disappointed to see the Spurs win this one.

[bettydaw1970]

its okc vs the heat again, if westbrook dosent get injured..

[purejd86p]

Heat in 5 games. The layoff is going to kill the Spurs.

[drob50]

its okc vs the heat again, if westbrook dosent get injured..

No way! Spurs would have eaten OKC alive with or without Westbrook!

Thunder are worse than last year without Harden

Spurs are better than last year with major improvements from Kawhi, Green and Splitter, as well as having Manu healthy......er!

[jwoods103]

Wade is going to be crucial. Same with Battier and Allen and the other shooters for the Heat.

Should be interesting to see the matchups as these teams haven't really played each other this year.

Battier hasn't played meaningful minutes in a whole series,

[theautographkid]

No way! Spurs would have eaten OKC alive with or without Westbrook!

Thunder are worse than last year without Harden

Spurs are better than last year with major improvements from Kawhi, Green and Splitter, as well as having Manu healthy......er!

Just about to say this. Kawhi and Splitter have been having great seasons. The Thunder hurt themselves by trading Harden. When he left, there was almost no way for them to win the Finals.

[bettydaw1970]

[QUOTE=drob50;5022931]No way! Spurs would have eaten OKC alive with or without Westbrook!

yea right!!!!
thats why okc was heavily favored to win the west by all the wise guys before westy went down..

[drob50]

yea right!!!!
thats why okc was heavily favored to win the west by all the wise guys before westy went down..


Just like Memphis was heavily favoured to beat the Spurs too! ;)

[jj2]

If Wade and/or Bosh turn up consistently for the series and Allen has his eye in then the Heat will be hard to stop (assuming Lebron keeps doing his thing). Having said that, the Spurs are a damn good team so I think this is going to be a very tight series.

[drob50]

If Wade and/or Bosh turn up consistently for the series and Allen has his eye in then the Heat will be hard to stop (assuming Lebron keeps doing his thing). Having said that, the Spurs are a damn good team so I think this is going to be a very tight series.

I agree!
I think the only way the Spurs win is if some of the Heat players don't go well!

[pingbling23]

I agree!
I think the only way the Spurs win is if some of the Heat players don't go well!

i think it safe to assume any reasonable person would say miami would win if both teams are clicking on all cylinders. thats the beauty of sports, thats not always the case. im really excited for this series, and the spurs are a team that if they beat miami, i wouldnt be to upset. ive always liked duncan and pop.

[Round Mound]

miami wins, with 40 freethrows in important game, series won't go 7...... probably 4-1

Shut up already. What's your escape plan when this doesn't happen, apart from the "I abandoned that"?

(1) they didn't shoot 40 free throws and still won it, but it was not the important game I was refering to?

(2) the series went to 7 games, but it's all about getting more money from the Finals?

(3) the Spurs win the series, LeBron choked again?

Which one will it be this time?

[Vizap]

Spurs take it in 6

With Duncan and Splitter in the middle.
4 guys that can shoot the 3 ball well
A much better PG
and a lot more depth than heat, Spurs have basically a whole bench of players that can start in many teams.
add that to the way the Heat are playing recently I would have to give Spurs the edge.

[SportsItUpCards]

Heat WINS!!!!!!!! :flex: and I don't care how..... I would say sweep, but I want the Spurs to actually taste oxygen before they're hit right where it hurts and have to eat out of a straw for the next few months :)

GO HEAT!!!!!!!! :devil:

Not even a contest.... but what the heck. There's no stopping Miami.

[groundsupport]

Tony Parker wins finals MVP.

[fullmetal]

Tony Parker wins finals MVP.

And at least one Heat player is suspended during the series.
And Lebron tries to obtain a restraining order against Kawhi.

Pop has proven that he is more than Duncan. The team has been Parker's for the past four seasons. I haven't seen the same with the Heat coach. He rides the back of Lebron.

[groundsupport]

And at least one Heat player is suspended during the series.
And Lebron tries to obtain a restraining order against Kawhi.

Pop has proven that he is more than Duncan. The team has been Parker's for the past four seasons. I haven't seen the same with the Heat coach. He rides the back of Lebron.

Excuse me, I made a mistake.


Tony Parker wins his SECOND Finals MVP.

[puregreen5]

Excuse me, I made a mistake.


Tony Parker wins his SECOND Finals MVP.

Then he will probably Marry, Selena Gomez and win his third.:p:flex::D

[Round Mound]

Pop has proven that he is more than Duncan. The team has been Parker's for the past four seasons. I haven't seen the same with the Heat coach. He rides the back of Lebron.

The way the Heat roster was built, Spoelstra cannot really rely on the solid plays of second year players. He can't even rely on 2 of his 3 superstars!

Parker or LeBron MVP, both would make me happy :)!

[GC1980]

Are some of these comments about a Heat sweep serious? The Spurs are a great team. They are very well coached, make amazing adjustments and have some very favorable matchups. Indy and to a lesser extent, the beat up Bulls showed Miami is not as unstoppable as everyone though. This Spurs team has the edge in size, experience, coaching and are well rested. This should be a great series, hopefully Spurs in 6.

Hibbert looked great against the Heat but are people forgetting Tim Duncan is a major weapon in the post? Hibbert has a very crude offensive game, nothing compared to TD. Who on the Heat is guarding him?

[Frankp2311]

Series is a coin flip. This should have been the finals last year. Both teams are great and it should be close the entire way. I would not bet this series.

[theautographkid]

Are some of these comments about a Heat sweep serious? The Spurs are a great team. They are very well coached, make amazing adjustments and have some very favorable matchups. Indy and to a lesser extent, the beat up Bulls showed Miami is not as unstoppable as everyone though. This Spurs team has the edge in size, experience, coaching and are well rested. This should be a great series, hopefully Spurs in 6.

Hibbert looked great against the Heat but are people forgetting Tim Duncan is a major weapon in the post? Hibbert has a very crude offensive game, nothing compared to TD. Who on the Heat is guarding him?

He is a huge factor in this series. If I'm right, I think Bosh would guard Duncan, and knowing him he would let Duncan get every offensive rebound :p

[Round Mound]

He is a huge factor in this series. If I'm right, I think Bosh would guard Duncan, and knowing him he would let Duncan get every offensive rebound :p

If Bosh guards Duncan one on one, there won't be any offensive rebounds, nothing but net :D

[theautographkid]

If Bosh guards Duncan one on one, there won't be any offensive rebounds, nothing but net :D

I see what you did there:)!
But really, Bosh has been playing awful lately, and he may as well sit, and have Birdman (who has been playing okay) start in place of him (would never happen)

[Vizap]

So many Lebron Fan Boys on here, i guess they have too much invested in his cards.
Lets just say if the Heat play like they have for the past 2 series the Spurs are winning this in 5 or 6.

[theautographkid]

So many Lebron Fan Boys on here, i guess they have too much invested in his cards.
Lets just say if the Heat play like they have for the past 2 series the Spurs are winning this in 5 or 6.

I still don't see LeBron being able to do it all by himself again. It's deja vu for him

[freethrowtommy]

If Miami plays every game like they did last night, they win easily...

But I don't see that happening.

That said, Miami will take this series in a thrilling Game 7.

[freethrowtommy]

So many Lebron Fan Boys on here, i guess they have too much invested in his cards.
Lets just say if the Heat play like they have for the past 2 series the Spurs are winning this in 5 or 6.

You must be REALLY new here... *check join date and post count*

Yep, you have no idea what you are talking about.

[xavieronly1]

The whole Spurs team would bring out the same energy on every game. Lebron would bring out his 30/8/8 every game. It all depends on Wade and Bosh if they want to play hard and tough.

[theautographkid]

If Miami plays every game like they did last night, they win easily...

But I don't see that happening.

That said, Miami will take this series in a thrilling Game 7.

Pretty much sums up how I feel about this series. Except I have the Spurs winning in 6. Non the less, it's going to be an exciting series

[broncofan92]

I honestly don't think any big men in the heat will guard Duncan good best one will probably be bosh but he has been horrible so I wouldn't expect much from him I say spurs in 5 or 6

[freethrowtommy]

I honestly don't think any big men in the heat will guard Duncan good best one will probably be bosh but he has been horrible so I wouldn't expect much from him I say spurs in 5 or 6

I think that Bosh being pedestrian was more a product of the Pacers front court than Bosh not being good. Having to pound with West and Hibbert would kick anyone's ass.

Duncan is a better player than Hibbert/West, but not nearly as physical. I don't see him being as much of a problem for Bosh due to that fact.

[Vizap]

You must be REALLY new here... *check join date and post count*

Yep, you have no idea what you are talking about.

If my post bothered you that much I think i just proved my point.
Plus what does my post count have anything to do with my opinion?
I'm just saying that too many people on here believe that Lebron can carry that whole team on his shoulders, that can't be done against a good experienced team like Spurs, he is going to need a lot of help.

[freethrowtommy]

If my post bothered you that much I think i just proved my point.
Plus what does my post count have anything to do with my opinion?
I'm just saying that too many people on here believe that Lebron can carry that whole team on his shoulders, that can't be done against a good experienced team like Spurs, he is going to need a lot of help.

Your post didn't bother me at all, because you have no idea what you are talking about if you think this forum is loaded with "LeBron fan boys".

First off, just because someone thinks they Heat will win, doesn't make them a "LeBron fan boy". And the term "fan boy", really?

Secondly, you will learn quickly that LeBron garners more dislike in this forum than most other players. My point is that you haven't been around long enough to see that.

[Vizap]

Perhaps i misspoke and I apologize, just read the first two pages of this post and saw like 8 posts praising Lebron and how he would win it all all singlehandedly. Lebron is a good player but no player can win a series alone.

[suki24]

Spurs have to win in 5 or 6, else Miami wins in 7.

[theautographkid]

Perhaps i misspoke and I apologize, just read the first two pages of this post and saw like 8 posts praising Lebron and how he would win it all all singlehandedly. Lebron is a good player but no player can win a series alone.

Been saying this the whole time. I just can't see them winning the finals without help from the core guys

[freethrowtommy]

Perhaps i misspoke and I apologize, just read the first two pages of this post and saw like 8 posts praising Lebron and how he would win it all all singlehandedly. Lebron is a good player but no player can win a series alone.

That is a true statement. If the Heat play like they did in the losses to the Pacers, the Spurs are going to beat them going away. In fact, if they play like they did in the close wins, they will lose. The Spurs aren't going to lose close games very often. Bosh and/or Wade need to show up.

I want to see them play that aggressive ball like they did last night... only for every game. They were driving and crashing the boards with reckless abandon. If that Heat team shows up, they are unstoppable. But it seems that Heat team only shows up when they sense urgency. They can't wait until the series is at a deciding game to do that because the Spurs are way too experienced and savvy to make the mistakes Indiana did last night (turnovers and fouls).

[BigZigBoom]

Go Spurs.

Dear Tim Duncan,

Please show the world how overrated Chris Bosh is.

Thanks

Zig

[bettydaw1970]

Go Spurs.

Dear Tim Duncan,

Please show the world how overrated Chris Bosh is.

Thanks

Zig

??? he just came off his worse 4 game stint of his career..
i dont think he can look much worse!

[bettydaw1970]

Just like Memphis was heavily favoured to beat the Spurs too! ;)

ahh no..the spurs were a -135 fav in that series..

[GC1980]

The Spurs are going to be a tough matchup. I was pulling for this final. I personally think the Spurs pose more of a threat than the pacers did for Miami. Sure the pacers had a huge size advantage and may be more physical than San Antonio but if you watch the heat, you notice they thive on mistakes. They are great (when focused and playing hard) at taking away what their opponent likes to do. Looking at the bulls and pacers series, they are most effective when they are stifling on defense and letting the offense flow off opponents mistakes.
Last night was a prime example.

That said, the Spurs really don't make mistakes and have so many weapons and tendencies that it will be really though for Miami to take any one thing away. I doubt Miami comes out as flat as they did against Indy but the spurs are a much better team.

This should be an awesome one. Spurs in 6. Or heat in 7? Or spurs in 5...who knows. Ill be rooting for spurs hard though. I just love their bran if basketball. Lebron will have plenty more chances, I would love to are Duncan snag one more.

[bettydaw1970]

alot of who wins the finals is who is in rhythm at the time...
like a hitter that is hot or in a slump..

remember 2011
kidd/midget barerra/terry were all shooting very well....

if kidd was in rhythm/shooting well in the pacers series..the knicks could of won that series..

[theautographkid]

The Spurs are going to be a tough matchup. I was pulling for this final. I personally think the Spurs pose more of a threat than the pacers did for Miami. Sure the pacers had a huge size advantage and may be more physical than San Antonio but if you watch the heat, you notice they thive on mistakes. They are great (when focused and playing hard) at taking away what their opponent likes to do. Looking at the bulls and pacers series, they are most effective when they are stifling on defense and letting the offense flow off opponents mistakes.
Last night was a prime example.

That said, the Spurs really don't make mistakes and have so many weapons and tendencies that it will be really though for Miami to take any one thing away. I doubt Miami comes out as flat as they did against Indy but the spurs are a much better team.

This should be an awesome one. Spurs in 6. Or heat in 7? Or spurs in 5...who knows. Ill be rooting for spurs hard though. I just love their bran if basketball. Lebron will have plenty more chances, I would love to are Duncan snag one more.

Then have him and Pop retire? Either way, I don't care who wins, but I'm kinda pulling for the Spurs because of a dumb bet I made but it's gonna be a good series

[alexcampos]

I'm going to the FINALS!!!!

http://i2.imageban.ru/out/2013/06/05/6ab89a65014c360c0a09afad097d6c28.jpg

This will be the biggest basketball game I ever attend.....it's very exciting! :)!

[fullmetal]

Let Tim Duncan sign the ticket to commemorate the Spurs' win.

My wife and I intended to make a game if the Spurs-Heat matched up, but I'm booked solid this month.

Have fun. GO SPURS GO!

[Jules]

ahh no..the spurs were a -135 fav in that series..

Uh no, most of the talking heads had memphis win or even sweep, hahaha

[drob50]

I'm going to the FINALS!!!!

http://i2.imageban.ru/out/2013/06/05/6ab89a65014c360c0a09afad097d6c28.jpg

This will be the biggest basketball game I ever attend.....it's very exciting! :)!

Awesome man! Enjoy!

What is with the 'Lebron' in the corner?? Are you only going to watch 1 player??

Do they sell Joel Anthony tickets?? haha

[freethrowtommy]

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/970068_10151633930146100_1477322746_n.jpg

[theautographkid]

I'm going to the FINALS!!!!

http://i2.imageban.ru/out/2013/06/05/6ab89a65014c360c0a09afad097d6c28.jpg

This will be the biggest basketball game I ever attend.....it's very exciting! :)!

That's awesome! I was close to going to the one in 07 with the Cavaliers, but they sold out in minutes. The lady said we were 2 minutes too late of getting tickets. Take some pictures of your seats, and enjoy a heck of a game & series!:D

[theautographkid]

Awesome man! Enjoy!

What is with the 'Lebron' in the corner?? Are you only going to watch 1 player??

Do they sell Joel Anthony tickets?? haha

Haha, yeah what is that? I'd take a Norris Cole ticket as well :)!

[freethrowtommy]

Haha, yeah what is that? I'd take a Norris Cole ticket as well :)!

Juwan Howard is still doing stuff, right?

[theautographkid]

Juwan Howard is still doing stuff, right?

Yes! The only stuff he is doing is being a motivational speaker, and benchwarmer for the Heat though :devil:

[Vizap]

Would have loved to go as well, I live close to San Antonio, have too much work right now though.

[bdoody42]

Im going with Miami in six. Seems analysts are also favoring the Heat.

http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/basketball-singles-buy-sell-trade/462432-gold-prizm-nt-lebron-kobe-jordan-griffin-wall-tons-more.html

13 of 18 went with Miami.

[Cades]

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/970068_10151633930146100_1477322746_n.jpg

Too easy, tooooo easy

[alexcampos]

Awesome man! Enjoy!

What is with the 'Lebron' in the corner?? Are you only going to watch 1 player??

Do they sell Joel Anthony tickets?? haha
haha, I have no idea why it says Lebron in the corner...BTW, Standing room only tickets are almost $200.

It's so damn crazy....

[fullmetal]

haha, I have no idea why it says Lebron in the corner...BTW, Standing room only tickets are almost $200.

It's so damn crazy....

Paying $200 to watch the Spurs win is well worth it.

[theautographkid]

haha, I have no idea why it says Lebron in the corner...BTW, Standing room only tickets are almost $200.

It's so damn crazy....

That's crazy! Not gonna lie though, if I had the cash to spend I'd buy a ticket. It'd be a really cool experience!

Game 1 tonight!!:flex:

[broncofan92]

Im going with Miami in six. Seems analysts are also favoring the Heat.

http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/basketball-singles-buy-sell-trade/462432-gold-prizm-nt-lebron-kobe-jordan-griffin-wall-tons-more.html

13 of 18 went with Miami.

I don't remember any big group of analysts going against Miami since LeBron went there they are never considered the underdogs

[blastman]

spurs in 6 games

[Jules]

Awesome man! Enjoy!

What is with the 'Lebron' in the corner?? Are you only going to watch 1 player??


I thought this was standard for all heat "fans"...

[bettydaw1970]

funny how late in a series you kinda have a feel of how a game may go,,
tonights game i have no feel..
heat could blow em out
spurs could blow em out
could be tight...

[Kosmo Kards]

If the Spurs win this series.

A.) Does Tim Duncan retire?
B.) Is Tim Duncan top 5?

[drob50]

If the Spurs win this series.

A.) Does Tim Duncan retire?
B.) Is Tim Duncan top 5?

Interesting questions!

I was thinking that he would retire on the high of another ring, but then again, he is one of the most selfless players ever to play the game, so it wouldn't surprise me if he stays on until it suits the Spurs' development. Maybe help then find and develop another big first??

As far as rankings, I think you will never get people to concede that he is in the top 5. People can't even accept that he has been one of the best pleyers in the league THIS SEASON, despite the fact that he is recording better per minute stats that any other time in his career!

No doubt in my mind about top 10, with our without the 5th ring, but not convinced on top 5

[bdoody42]

I don't remember any big group of analysts going against Miami since LeBron went there they are never considered the underdogs

I agree they are the favorites. I just have seen a few people saying the Spurs would be favored. Seems they were wrong.

[bettydaw1970]

If the Spurs win this series.

A.) Does Tim Duncan retire?
B.) Is Tim Duncan top 5?

u just gave me a great idea for a post..

[fullmetal]

Tim and Pop retire this month after nabbing a thumb ring.

I expected Coach Bud to take over. Atlanta picked up a great coach.

[Kosmo Kards]

Duncan won't surpass:
Michael Jordan
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Bill Russell
Wilt Chamberlain

With another ring he could jump over:
Kobe Bryant
Magic Johnson
Hakeem Olajuwon

I already rank Duncan ahead of:
Oscar Robertson
Larry Bird
Elgin Baylor
Jerry West

They gotta beat Miami first though. It will be tough. I am picking San Antonio in seven. Yeah I'm crazy, picking a road team in game 7 of the Finals.

[Nyfancam01]

LEBRON JAMES!!!!!

Time to get busy!

GO HEAT

[Wings]

Bosh shooting 3s already...

9-0 run!

[Nyfancam01]

Trash start. James needs to drive and remind Bosh to NOT shoot 3's

[Qwasian]

Bosh shooting 3s already...

9-0 run!

if he keeps shooting them, he will be shooting them all the way home to a loss, lol

[1eyed_jack]

Interesting questions!

I was thinking that he would retire on the high of another ring, but then again, he is one of the most selfless players ever to play the game, so it wouldn't surprise me if he stays on until it suits the Spurs' development. Maybe help then find and develop another big first??

As far as rankings, I think you will never get people to concede that he is in the top 5. People can't even accept that he has been one of the best pleyers in the league THIS SEASON, despite the fact that he is recording better per minute stats that any other time in his career!

No doubt in my mind about top 10, with our without the 5th ring, but not convinced on top 5


It's interesting comparing Kobe and Duncan. Both are all-time great players of the last 15 years. Although you could possibly rank Duncan on par or higher than Kobe with another ring this year, I think he won't be looked at that way because his game isn't as "sexy". Style sells a lot in this league and Duncan just doesn't have the highlight reel Kobe has. Not to say style is ALL that matters, but I believe it does have an impact

[Nyfancam01]

Bosh is really really inconsistent

wow

[Nyfancam01]

Chalmers got fouled and hit the 3. no call

[broncofan92]

b.s. foul call on Duncan that was not a blocking foul

[1eyed_jack]

Chalmers got fouled and hit the 3. no call

and Wade just drew a phantom call. instead of on Wade they gave it to duncan.

on top of that, Wade was PASSING, but still gets free throws

[bdoody42]

and Wade just drew a phantom call. instead of on Wade they gave it to duncan.

on top of that, Wade was PASSING, but still gets free throws

Bingo. Was horrible.

[sesmarine04]

Chalmers got fouled and hit the 3. no call

Like the "foul" before on bosh? Ha. Right. Miami has proven the kind of team they are.

[Nyfancam01]

Like the "foul" before on bosh? Ha. Right. Miami has proven the kind of team they are.

What? A winning team? :)!

[1eyed_jack]

What? A winning team? :)!

Why no comment on that Wade play?

[broncofan92]

Why no comment on that Wade play?

exactly what I was thinking

[sesmarine04]

What? A winning team? :)!

Haha yes, but it's such garbage pussified brand of basketball, id almost rather watch wnba. But enjoy New York Allen iverson heat bandwagoner from North Carolina....

[Nyfancam01]

^ lulz. would love to see maybe a suspension or a bannnnn for you losing your little temper up there BRUH.

LeBron James is the greatest player on the planet and I, for one appreciate watching him.

Stay mad.. He will keep winning. I enjoy watching him.

[1eyed_jack]

Why would anyone get suspended or banned for anything said here?

[Nyfancam01]

Why no comment on that Wade play?

Clearly i'm wanting to see the Heat and LeBron win this series... I am glad Miami got the call yes, but it could've been called a charge.. Yes.

[Nyfancam01]

Nice 3 by James....

Manu with a crazy drive and got hit in the head pretty hard by Haslem lol wow, that would've been a sick dunk though


Oh, and just now RAY RAY for Threeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[1eyed_jack]

Clearly i'm wanting to see the Heat and LeBron win this series... I am glad Miami got the call yes, but it could've been called a charge.. Yes.

Ok, because a lot of Heat fans complain that non-Heat fans ONLY point out calls that their team doesn't get, and well......you know

[Nyfancam01]

Ok, because a lot of Heat fans complain that non-Heat fans ONLY point out calls that their team doesn't get, and well......you know

I mean I understand man... I want Miami to win but that did look like a Charge to me also haha

[Nyfancam01]

Big #2 on Duncan... He would have been better to just give James the Dunk...

[1eyed_jack]

Big #2 on Duncan... He would have been better to just give James the Dunk...

yep.

that first foul really hurt

[sesmarine04]

^ lulz. would love to see maybe a suspension or a bannnnn for you losing your little temper up there BRUH.

LeBron James is the greatest player on the planet and I, for one appreciate watching him.

Stay mad.. He will keep winning. I enjoy watching him.

Lullllzzz I'd love to see it too, because if that mild comment offended you, or anyone, im sad for you. Haven't even remotely touched my temper. Just love calling out bandwagon fans, basically losers in life clinging to the success of others.

[bdoody42]

Big #2 on Duncan... He would have been better to just give James the Dunk...

The first bogus call will come back to hurt the Spurs I bet. Wade just ran over Duncan passes and gets two free throws. Seems legit lol.

[sesmarine04]

Ray Allen coming out of his coma is not what the spurs need.

[1eyed_jack]

The first bogus call will come back to hurt the Spurs I bet. Wade just ran over Duncan passes and gets two free throws. Seems legit lol.

And that's what bothers me.

I get that there are bad calls on both ends, and maybe it's just me being biased, but it sure seems like some of the calls the Heat get are just so obviously not the correct call.

Ball hits rim shot clock violation
Ball of miami, miami ball
Wade charges AND passes, gets free throws

[bdoody42]

And that's what bothers me.

I get that there are bad calls on both ends, and maybe it's just me being biased, but it sure seems like some of the calls the Heat get are just so obviously not the correct call.

Ball hits rim shot clock violation
Ball of miami, miami ball
Wade charges AND passes, gets free throws

I don't care about the past calls just talking about this game, but that was a clear charge on Wade.

[arnold84]

boobs over shoulder.....hehehe :o

[Nyfancam01]

James looking like he could go for a triple double tonight

[mr10pin]

I don't care about the past calls just talking about this game, but that was a clear charge on Wade.

I think we, as fans, dont realize how hard that play is to call in real time. I think on replay it's pretty clear, but in real time I don't think it's real obvious.

[bdoody42]

Heat struggle without James on the court and so far he Spurs struggled without Duncan on the court.

[Qwasian]

James looking like he could go for a triple double tonight

yeah, he should have atleast 15-20 freethrows :D

[mr10pin]

yeah, he should have atleast 15-20 freethrows :D

Already?!?!?!?:p

[BigZigBoom]

Got home just in time to see Duncan back Birdboy back in for two and then block his shot. Sweet.

[mr10pin]

Duncan needs to be a little smarter; could have easily picked up #3.

[Nyfancam01]

Why the hell isn't Miami attacking the rim to get #3 on Duncan?!?!?

[Nyfancam01]

Duncan needs to be a little smarter; could have easily picked up #3.

I've seen two plays that should've been #3 on him....

[mr10pin]

I've seen two plays that should've been #3 on him....

To be fair "should" be #2...#1 probably shouldn't have been called on him.

[Nyfancam01]

God, I hate manu. So damn annoying.

[drob50]

God I hate bandwagoners! Way more annoying than Manu! :P

[Nyfancam01]

God I hate bandwagoners! Way more annoying than Manu! :P

Awwww cute.



LeBron straight to the rim with too much power! Right over Duncan.


And keep in mind, You're talking about A TON of people who want to see LeBron James succeed and WIN. Going to be GREAT watching him and the Heat destroy your old, boring team. :)!

[drob50]

Awwww cute.



LeBron straight to the rim with too much power! Right over Duncan.


And keep in mind, You're talking about A TON of people who want to see LeBron James succeed and WIN. Going to be GREAT watching him and the Heat destroy your old, boring team. :)!

hahaha! You mean around the help defender?? lol

This is the Heat's series to lose! Hopefully they win it in 4 games. That way you can get straight to work choosing which team you will follow next season! ;)

Or will you need to wait and see what trades the Heat make first?

[Nyfancam01]

I thought that could've been offensive on Parker but no call leads to a Duncan buzzer beater...

Miami with the Lead at the half.
James with a pretty solid overall first half. Love watching this guy play.

[fullmetal]

Is there an official procedure or magic button required to force the refs to call Heat offensive fouls? Or do the simply not exist?

[Wings]

Tim Duncan is such a beast! Will this guy ever stop?

[Cades]

Call on parker? For chalmers flop? You can't be serious

[Qwasian]

LeBron straight to the rim with too much power! Right over Duncan.

of course, you can't guard him or touch him what so ever or you'll just compound the situation with foul shots...... of course lebron is going to go to the rim right over pretty much everybody. you can't even play him unless you plan on fouling out.

[Vizap]

Duncan at the Buzzer!! Can't believe he is 36 and playing his best year.

[fullmetal]

Nice 3 by James....

Manu with a crazy drive and got hit in the head pretty hard by Haslem lol wow, that would've been a sick dunk though


Oh, and just now RAY RAY for Threeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Remember, Manu got a technical foul for fouling without going for the ball. Not sure how this was any different. Haslem didn't attempt to play the ball.

Bosh is a huge liability. Spurs should just leave him open and play defense against the other four. Give Bosh a few easy ones, it's worth it.

[drob50]

That should be $5000 from Chalmers, not an offensive on Parker! lol

[lambeauleap87]

I click into this thread, browse through a few pages, and all I see is people whining about fouls and officials.

Jeebus, it never ends with some of you.

[alexcampos]

Not much to say....I believe most of these games will all come down to the final minutes.

[pingbling23]

well, we almost got threw a quarter without people calling out fouls thats "helped" miami. if you cant beat them, join them. no mention on duncan fouling lebron and cole on those drives when they should have been and 1's? how about when duncan spun off birdman and they called a foul on birdman? i believe it was leonard in the first couple of minutes that was driving, barely any contact, they call the foul, he takes 2 more steps and shoots. he goes to the line when it was not a shooting foul. it goes both ways guys, enjoy the game!!!!!

[CARD COLLECTOR]

Duncan at the Buzzer!! Can't believe he is 36 and playing his best year.

+1.Awesome game and pace there playing.It's a give and take and going to come down to the final min...

[bdoody42]

Pretty evenly called game. Only questionable call was Duncan's first. He got a second that was legit no hd to sit early. That's when Miami had their best run. If the Spurs can avoid foul trouble on Leonard and Duncan they have a good chance. Wade has looked much more interested and energetic then he did during some games in the Pacer series. Bosh still settling for outside shots. Danny Green hit some big threes for San Antonio.

[pingbling23]

i dont see how it was questionable for duncans 1st foul, battier did the same thing in the second quarter and they called a blocking foul. thats fair officiating.

[fullmetal]

Pretty evenly called game. Only questionable call was Duncan's first. He got a second that was legit no hd to sit early. That's when Miami had their best run. If the Spurs can avoid foul trouble on Leonard and Duncan they have a good chance. Wade has looked much more interested and energetic then he did during some games in the Pacer series. Bosh still settling for outside shots. Danny Green hit some big threes for San Antonio.

Wade got free throws when he wasn't attempting to shoot.

[pingbling23]

Wade got free throws when he wasn't attempting to shoot.

so did leonard....

[Nyfancam01]

Wade looking good tonight....

[Qwasian]

this one has been called pretty even so far........ it's those game's 3 on out that you have to worry about.

[Qwasian]

but how do they miss something as obvious as that travel by wade? as a basketball fan it just feels wrong as soon as he does it.

[drob50]

Bosh is the only Heat player willing to put up jump shots!

[Nyfancam01]

When is James going to start shooting??? This is what frustrates me sometimes... He needs to be aggressive starting right now

[drob50]

but how do they miss something as obvious as that travel by wade? as a basketball fan it just feels wrong as soon as he does it.

nah, in real time that looked like a deflection IMO

[bdoody42]

i dont see how it was questionable for duncans 1st foul, battier did the same thing in the second quarter and they called a blocking foul. thats fair officiating.

Perhaps you think it was the same but in my eyes it wasnt close to the same thing....Wade even got free throws when he passed the ball on that play.

[drob50]

When is James going to start shooting??? This is what frustrates me sometimes... He needs to be aggressive starting right now

He doesnt need to. They are coasting because their perimeter players are hitting 3s. When they start to miss is when you need Lebron

[drob50]

I know his baseline jumper is effective, but man Haslem's shot is awkward looking! lol

[alexcampos]

Welp, here we go.

[drob50]

How good was the 3qtr compliation! lol

[GC1980]

Too many threes for SA.

[Nyfancam01]

James needs to be put in the game NOW.

[1eyed_jack]

Too many threes for SA.

a lot of them are wide open though. Missing some good looks

[bdoody42]

Spurs have to make more wide open 3's.....

[alexcampos]

OK Spo....You gave Lebron and Wade enough rest!

[1eyed_jack]

I think once Lebron gets his triple double he will start shooting a lot more

[lambeauleap87]

Good lord, Tony Parker is quick!

[Vizap]

Parker turns on the spin cycle

[Wings]

What a spin!

[kobe824]

That spin move was unreal!!!

[CARD COLLECTOR]

Tony parker is going to french breakdance on these boys..

[drob50]

The whole game feels like the Spurs are at full tilt just trying to keep up with the Heat. As if any game in the series the Spurs manage to win would be a stolen game!

[Nyfancam01]

Lebron keeps passing??? To Bosh for 3???? STUPID decisions are going to make them lose this game.

[drob50]

Lebron keeps passing??? To Bosh for 3???? STUPID decisions are going to make them lose this game.

Those 'stupid' decisions are the reason why Miami has hit so many 3s in the game!

[lambeauleap87]

Time for LeBron to take over...

[Wings]

Nice play to get back on that and force Ray Allen to pass.

[jjjackson32977]

Where the hell did Ginobli come from!!!

[lambeauleap87]

The Spurs are just so fundamentally sound; it's incredible.

[Nyfancam01]

Wow. Smh. James still not shooting the ball.

[jjjackson32977]

Both teams turning up a notch...Can SA keep up??

[alexcampos]

Disastrous 4th quarter so far for the heat....oh goodness.

[jeg2315]

Both teams turning up a notch...Can SA keep up??

Spurs are the ones turning the screws right now...can Miami keep up?

[bdoody42]

Lebron keeps passing??? To Bosh for 3???? STUPID decisions are going to make them lose this game.

He needs to look for his own shot now....

[kobe824]

I hope those who didn't think Parker is a top 3 PG is watching this game because he is unbelievable.

[CARD COLLECTOR]

Tony parker :D

[Vizap]

I think Spurs are feeling it now, Rust is gone.

[jjjackson32977]

Leonard and Green balance the Spurs so well with PArker, Ginobli, and Duncan

[Nyfancam01]

Miami doing NOTHING right.

They are letting this one get away.. Pretty damn sad. James Not shooting at all. Not aggressive. Nothing.

[bdoody42]

Lebron please look for your own shot.

[theautographkid]

Both teams turning up a notch...Can SA keep up??
Spurs go up 1-0 and win by 4. Wade, Bosh, and the Heat team have really stepped there game up this series. Don't think it's gonna help tonight though. Such a good game!

[wadedaniel84]

Home Court... Check. LBJ Triple Double....Check. Miami still not sealing the deal?


It's just the Spurs year. Honestly, this might be a sweep...

[drob50]

heat with 4 TOs in the 4th and only 4 for the whole game up until then!

[Wings]

The crazy thing is the Spurs were doing this a decade a go with the same core guys.

[1eyed_jack]

The frustrating thing is Lebron is one of the most unstoppable players in the NBA offensively. I know he's a good passer, but I don't get why he's not driving. You'd think he'd at least get to the line, but instead he seems gunshy

[jeg2315]

Miami doing NOTHING right.

They are letting this one get away...

Uh huh. Has nothing to do with the Spurs playing well....

[jbmets95]

whennnsn lebronnn gonna turn it up...?

[LeonfromNC]

Home Court... Check. LBJ Triple Double....Check. Miami still not sealing the deal?


It's just the Spurs year. Honestly, this might be a sweep...

A sweep? Dont you think thats a little premature?

[jjjackson32977]

Going to be a GOOD Finals to be sure

I Hope it goes at least 6 games cause when basketball is over....its depressing

[wadedaniel84]

A sweep? Dont you think thats a little premature?

I said this 4 days ago.

[Nyfancam01]

Allen fouled on the 3!! YES!!!

[lambeauleap87]

Certifiably stupid foul there by Danny Green.

[1eyed_jack]

Stupid stupid foul

[jjjackson32977]

I've heard from a few people it may be a sweep...not that they are experts, but people are talking about it

[bdoody42]

Horrible foul...mental error. The shot before by Manu was dumb as well.

[LeonfromNC]

LeBron please stop looking for others...

You're the greatest player in NBA, take it to the hole...

Ugh. Why is it so hard to do so?

[Nyfancam01]

Come on Ray Ray... Knock these 3 down and lets get a stop!

[paul06901]

Travel-hop into the shot there Ray Ray.... won't get called against the heat though, ever :D

[Wings]

Manu with a horrible shot leads to easy points for Ray :/

And a triple double looks great on paper, but the Heat need Lebron to score!

[lambeauleap87]

That awful sequence by the Spurs really put the Heat back in the game.

[Nyfancam01]

Lets get a huge stop here and JAMES take over!!!!!

[jjjackson32977]

Now we're talking...lets see what develops

[lambeauleap87]

One of the few things I don't like about LeBron's game is how he complains about EVERY foul that gets called when he's in the vicinity.

[1eyed_jack]

Good aggressive play by Duncan there!

[jjjackson32977]

Gonna be the longest minute left ever

[CARD COLLECTOR]

Timmy time :D

[Nyfancam01]

OH MY GOD?!?!?!?!? Why did that just happen???? WHY DID LEBRON NOT GO UP WITH THAT?!?!?! WTF

[lambeauleap87]

Why does Chris Bosh seem to think he's Ray Allen?

[Bubble85]

another bosh feed... lol

[Wings]

Might as well sub in Mike Miller for Chris Bosh because he is just camping out on the 3 point line.

[BigZigBoom]

LMAO--Let Bosh have that wide open three. LOL

[jjjackson32977]

LeBron needs to take that to the hole...hole or not

[alexcampos]

Heat did almost everything wrong in this 4th quarter....wow!

Unreal.

[broncofan92]

bad 3 by bosh hope spurs make them pay for that one

[drob50]

I think it is not Lebron's fault AT ALL! I think Spoelstra had made his choice for him by leaving a PG out of the game!

[Nyfancam01]

Oh. My. God

James could have went so damn hard to the rim right there

smh smh smh

[1eyed_jack]

See, Lebron drives, gets fouled. I don't know why he hasn't done this much much sooner

[jbmets95]

is bosh crazy???????

[lambeauleap87]

San Antonio has made some less than intelligent fouls here down the stretch.

[jbmets95]

Under a minute to go, I don't think Jordan would have kicked it out to Bosh

[Bulls1]

Oh. My. God

James could have went so damn hard to the rim right there

smh smh smh

Chill.....

[1eyed_jack]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What a shot!

[BigZigBoom]

PARKER!!!!!!!!!!

[wadedaniel84]

Parker. Game. God he is so good.