the warriors/lakers game last night was an entertaining one (albeit the warriors lost). monta did as much as he could to win the game, but this, unfortunately, was a typical warriors loss. they play good for 3-3.5 quarters and then stumble at the end. also, it was one of those "live and die by the three" type games for them. if they make a couple more threes, they win this game.
this was actually my first warriors game i watched this season. it's tough living down here in LA and not being able to watch many of their games (and the one's on primetime i'm usually busy with small group or fellowship) so it was nice to be able to watch them play the former team i used to cheer. although the warriors are supposed to be different under new coach keith smart, it seemed like they still play the same way like they did under don nelson. run-and-gun. take a lot of threes and settle for too many jump shots (monta was the only one who was driving to the cup). they still don't have a dominant post player. basically, still a lot of small ball.
next saturday i will get to go watch the warriors when they come back into town to face the clippers. they lost pretty badly to them last game so hopefully they will have a better showing. it's interesting because they actually play the clippers this weekend up in the bay meaning they'll play them three weekends in a row.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
coaching matters
if you're not watching carefully, it may seem like there is much coaching that needs to be done in basketball. guys run around, pass the ball to other players, and they shoot it. but there really is a lot going on. back screens. players cutting from spot to spot. good floor spacing. the fact is, coaching matters.
for those of you who are into the Xs and Os of basketball, check out the nbaplaybook.com. this guy breaks down various plays from the nba games to show you what is going on. anyway, if anything, at least check out this beautiful play designed by coach pop from the spurs. he really is one of the best.
http://nbaplaybook.com/2011/01/13/a-beautiful-play-by-gregg-popovich-puts-the-game-away/
for those of you who are into the Xs and Os of basketball, check out the nbaplaybook.com. this guy breaks down various plays from the nba games to show you what is going on. anyway, if anything, at least check out this beautiful play designed by coach pop from the spurs. he really is one of the best.
http://nbaplaybook.com/2011/01/13/a-beautiful-play-by-gregg-popovich-puts-the-game-away/
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
cavs/lakers, lakers/warriors
last night, the los angeles lakers completely destroyed the cleveland cavaliers. a 55 point shellacking holding the cavs to only 57 points. i didn't watch the game, but did read the recap of the game and watch the highlights.
tonight, the lakers play my warriors. being a warriors fan, this is why i think the warriors can win tonight:
- lakers are playing a back-to-back game while the warriors are coming off a two-day rest.
- this could be a typical letdown game. after dismantling a team by 55, players tend to not try as hard the next game.
- quick guards can give the lakers issues. the combo of curry/ellis is exactly that.
the practical basketball analysis side of me says this should be another easy win for the lakers because:
- they have the size and length to beat up on the small warriors front court.
- monta is suffering from "flu-like" symptoms (although he probably will play)
- even though it is technically a back-to-back game for the lakers, their starters only played half the game because it was a blow out.
- the lakers look like they are finally playing defense like they care about the regular season.
so i'll be tuning in to this game. let's see if the warriors can pull out a win against the reigning champs.
tonight, the lakers play my warriors. being a warriors fan, this is why i think the warriors can win tonight:
- lakers are playing a back-to-back game while the warriors are coming off a two-day rest.
- this could be a typical letdown game. after dismantling a team by 55, players tend to not try as hard the next game.
- quick guards can give the lakers issues. the combo of curry/ellis is exactly that.
the practical basketball analysis side of me says this should be another easy win for the lakers because:
- they have the size and length to beat up on the small warriors front court.
- monta is suffering from "flu-like" symptoms (although he probably will play)
- even though it is technically a back-to-back game for the lakers, their starters only played half the game because it was a blow out.
- the lakers look like they are finally playing defense like they care about the regular season.
so i'll be tuning in to this game. let's see if the warriors can pull out a win against the reigning champs.
Monday, January 10, 2011
49ers
my san francisco 49ers had a very disappointing season. we came into the year with high hopes of making the playoffs and making great strides to be a force in the nfl, but we stumbled early and often and fell flat on our faces. this team was consistently inconsistent from our quarterback situation to the play that was out on the field to players randomly leaving the team. it seemed like no one knew what was going on.
i really did like coach singletary and the passion he brought to the team, but it was clear that he was clueless with the Xs and Os and the game was moving too fast for him as a head coach. too often we heard that he needed to "check the film" before answering questions about what went out on the field. even though we played in the weak nfc west and had a chance to make the playoffs, our team seemed unprepared and undisciplined out there on the field. eventually, singletary was let go and our search for a new head coach began.
now that the season is over, there is finally a sign of hope for our franchise. the hiring of jim harbaugh, who was the most coveted free-agent coach out there, is a step in the right direction. all the "experts" believe that he has what it takes to be a great coach and after turning around the san diego state and stanford football programs, his track record speaks for itself. he's been able to scout and develop good quarterbacks and that is the key position that the niners are looking for.
so, even though it was a step back this year, maybe that was exactly what we needed for the front office to wake-up and make some bolder moves. they needed this terrible season to see how bad things have gotten and hopefully now they will be more willing to "do whatever it takes" to put together a winning team. i'm excited to see what's going to happen next.
i really did like coach singletary and the passion he brought to the team, but it was clear that he was clueless with the Xs and Os and the game was moving too fast for him as a head coach. too often we heard that he needed to "check the film" before answering questions about what went out on the field. even though we played in the weak nfc west and had a chance to make the playoffs, our team seemed unprepared and undisciplined out there on the field. eventually, singletary was let go and our search for a new head coach began.
now that the season is over, there is finally a sign of hope for our franchise. the hiring of jim harbaugh, who was the most coveted free-agent coach out there, is a step in the right direction. all the "experts" believe that he has what it takes to be a great coach and after turning around the san diego state and stanford football programs, his track record speaks for itself. he's been able to scout and develop good quarterbacks and that is the key position that the niners are looking for.
so, even though it was a step back this year, maybe that was exactly what we needed for the front office to wake-up and make some bolder moves. they needed this terrible season to see how bad things have gotten and hopefully now they will be more willing to "do whatever it takes" to put together a winning team. i'm excited to see what's going to happen next.
new year
happy new years everyone!
yes, i know, i'm a little late. life has been busy, but i have to admit that i've also been lazy in posting here. much has gone on in terms of sports and pop culture and i've been growing in my faith as well, but this first post of the new year is just to say that i am still here (like joaquin phoenix) and that i will do my best to keep posting here. so keep tuned in!
yes, i know, i'm a little late. life has been busy, but i have to admit that i've also been lazy in posting here. much has gone on in terms of sports and pop culture and i've been growing in my faith as well, but this first post of the new year is just to say that i am still here (like joaquin phoenix) and that i will do my best to keep posting here. so keep tuned in!
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