2016-2017 Playoff Discussion

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  1. sirronstuff

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    They are well coached, so they should at least make them work a bit.
     
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    BJ, Bojan, and Oubre were in the season and even in the playoffs. Not sure why Brooks decided to change. Maybe because he's a garbage coach, while Steven is pretty good.
     
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    I could agree from a feelings perspective but the C Bags beating the Cavs this season would make them a very attractive destination in free agency/trades and we sure don't want that .

    I want a sweep and blowout wins from the Cavs
     
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    The hell guys. Bron is already above Kobe in peoples/media mindes, no need to hate on him just let it go. As for the green turd. EFF me if i ever root for them to win anything. A series, a game... a freakin quarter.
     
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    Root for the meteor streaking towards the arena during game 1
     
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    Is it wrong to pray for an Ebola outbreak?

    Asking for a friend

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    GSW aren't going to look like they did in the 1st half of Game 1 the rest of the series. All that rest can affect teams in different ways and on offensive it definitely showed with all the turnovers.

    "Zero faith in GSW beating the Cavs" is way too strong of a statement and basing it off of how they looking against the Spurs in game 1. GSW has all the motivation and talent to go up against CLE.
     
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    I agree with you. I think Zaza just has poor closing out technique.
     
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    As much as I hate the green team, seeing Olynyk hit those shots was pretty impressive. I don't enjoy watching him, but he stepped up in a huge way, in a game 7 no less.

    I was impressed with Beal still having gas to trade blows going into the 4th, but man, they looked tired. Tuned in at the end of the 3rd at a lounge in an airport, I honestly though Wall was out with an injury or something. Then I realized he was on the floor the entire time. Wash, like others have mentioned here, are frustrating to watch at times, but Beal and Wall are so entertaining. They are a 1-2 pieces (another guy to throw at LeBron) away from being an Eastern contender. Hope Beal can stay healthy and they can keep this band together.
     
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    I agree with this more than anything. I can believe a shred of intent was there... though I don't think it really matters. What's clear to me is that Zaza is a goofy bastard who has made a multi-year career out of being "physical" and throwing his body around. Took out his own superstar for crying out loud
     
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    You're right, it might be a bit strong ;-).
    If i was a betting man, CLE would still be my choice though. Steph plays "different" in the Finals (anyone thinks Iguodala would be MVP over Kobe)? Plus KD is Bron's b**** so far...
    ;-)
     
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    Just saw this:

    Doc Rivers was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers from the Boston C Bags in 2013, in large part because he did not want to be a part of a rebuilding team. The Boston C Bags have now reached the Conference Finals before Doc and the Clippers.

    :Shaqlaughing 2:
     
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    **sigh** Just had to be the same collection of teams again...
     
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    PRICELESS
     
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    i hate rooting for LeFlop but.....i hope they curbstomp these lil pretenders in 4
     
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    Yes times a million.
    The evil empire winning is a worst case scenario on both fronts. One more trip to the finals, a Steph Curry or Kevin Durant sprained ankle means the evil empire gets #18. It's bad enough that they've rebuilt faster than us, then add into what you're saying regarding them being a good free agent destination with a solid coaching staff.

    I don't want to see the slimy bastards in the finals until we're good enough to meet them there.
     
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    Ok, I'm on board with the C Bags getting swept by the LeBrons. BUT, you've gotta guarantee me the Dubs launch Zaza at LeBron like a heat seeking missile in the Finals.
     
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    I hope I'm not the only one concerned about 15-1. Cavs/Warriors finals won't be a sweep but crazier things have happen.
     

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