Official 2011-12 Around The NBA Thread(News/Rumors/Game Discussion)

[thechosenone]

We want Steve! The crowd demands!

 

[Uman85]

We want Steve! The crowd demands!

I'm right here.

 

[thechosenone]

108-106 21 seconds remaining Suns ball. PLEASE put Nash in the game to take the last shot.

 

[LethTyrant]

not austin rivers. At least it shouldn't be.. Should be Anthony Davis.

When I watch Austin Rivers I think Deron Williams type potential. Tremendous outside shooter, great crossover and ability to get into the lane. Obviously he's not the floor general that Williams is, but DWill grew into that role his Sophomore and Junior years. I think given the time Rivers can turn into the same type of player.

Rivers and Davis are the two guys I've wanted all along and I haven't wavered on that whatsoever.

I think adding a guy like Rivers and his will to win and pairing it with the hustle and energy that Davis has is a perfect match for the future.

Just my thoughts, I'm sure others have their own opinions...

 

[Bear06]

Austin River is way overrated the Bobcats should get Anthony Davis if they get the #1 pick.

 

[LethTyrant]

He shows the potential to score in bunches and you call him overrated? Scouts everywhere have raved about his scoring ability since his name came up a few years ago. For good reason. He has a lightning fast first step, his crossover is sick, he has excellent body control around the hoop, versatility in his penetration movement, and a nose for gaps in defenses. Even if you completely ignore the fact he is a fantastic shooter off the dribble, and has enough athleticism to eventually become a solid perimeter defender. You can call him a lot of things, a ball hog, young and irrational, whatever. But you cannot call him overrated. The fact he's Doc's son has nothing to do with the hype. He has earned it. I remember very well when he dropped 45 against Kentucky's heralded Brandon Knight missing only 3 shots in the process. Sure Knight had his 40, but he took over 30 shots. If you dont consider Knight a good test for Rivers, especially without the guidance of Coach K (who is now number 1 on the all time wins list, clearly knows what he's doing with his talent), then you clearly need to reevaluate how you evaluate your talent. Rivers has potential for days

 

[Axl Rose]

lol if bobcats get #1 pick and draft Austin Rivers

 

[thechosenone]

Why the **** everyone has Chandler in the DPOY discussion? Is it only because he is a Knicks player? I really don't get it.

 

[Axl Rose]

because he has allot impact on Knicks improved defense

 

[thechosenone]

So it's only because he is playing for the Knicks. Get it.

 

[houheffna]

So it's only because he is playing for the Knicks. Get it.

you would have to watch them to understand.

 

[thechosenone]

Yeah. For half season they had sth like the worst defense in the league. Now Carmelo decided to play some ball and they can score that make their game easier and they have a not bad defense and suddenly Tyson Chandler is the DPOY. Just because NY is the biggest market. I hope the award goes either to Ibaka or James. If they give it to Chandler it would be lame.

If they want to give the award to Chandler they should rename the award to Defensive player of the last 1/4 of the year.

DPOY with <10 rpg, <2bpg, <1spg and his team having the #12 defense in the league. :lmao:

 

[CODE_BLUE56]

MJ needs to sell the team and lace the high prices Jordans up and get back on the floor. Bobcats should have kept Felton, Wallace and should trade Thomas for anything. Bobcats probably will end up taking Austin Rivers. BOOK IT!

this doesnt make any sense...rivers isnt even projected in the top 10

 

[houheffna]

I know people love that KC Johnson stated that the Bulls would beat the Heat...but he also told who he voted for...

Defensive Player of the Year.....Tyson Chandler
Coach of the Year.....Tom Thibodeau

and most important...

MVP.....You guessed it....Lebron James!!!

Thanks everybody for coming...drive home safely...

 

[thechosenone]

Except Chandler I don't find something crazy about these predictions. But how the **** the MVP prediction is the most important? It will be either James or Durant. He didn't say something so special.

 

[thechosenone]

Pistons 6-6 3pts in the second quarter. Ben Gordon is on fire.

 

[houheffna]

Except Chandler I don't find something crazy about these predictions. But how the **** the MVP prediction is the most important? It will be either James or Durant. He didn't say something so special.

Which award is more important? DPOY or MVP?

 

[thechosenone]

Which award is more important? DPOY or MVP?

the Championship.

 

[thechosenone]

9-9 3pts Ben Gordon has 7-7

WOW!

He shoots the ball whenever he touches it without any hesitation.

 

[Axl Rose]

ben is on fire again