Rolling out the Sorry!

     Here it is in the hottest time of the NBA regular season and I have been absent! The season is closing and teams are playing with a high intensity, some may say a playoff intensity, but like the past Grumpy Stan The Man Van Gundy, try saying that 5 times fast, it is still the regular season, he can tell time. My absence has not been from my favorite class of the NBA games nightly, but rather my fingers have been busy utilizing that wonderful tool that man created for writing. Oh, by the way that tool has a common name of a Pencil. 
     You know a pencil, it's yellow, has a fine tip point that gets dull over time, an eraser at the opposing end. Yeah that thing made of wood. Well that pencil has been keeping me busy. It is really funny that professors are just like students. We both tend to cram important events together when time really is not of the essence. I have been trying to keep up with the all of a sudden fast paced world of learning the bones in 45 minutes. I really do apologize.


    My 5 NBA headlines are the following:


   1. The Orlando Magic reach the 50 game win bench mark for the third straight year. Congrats!!! 
   2. The Milwaukee Bucks have all of a sudden been HOT, and John Salmons has done it again after turning a cattle into a Bull last season in Chicago. Can he make a fawn* into a charging Buck this season?
   3. The LAL have not been producing well on the offensive end and KB24 still needs to bail this team out from the hands of well, non-elite teams.
   4. The CAVS are expecting Big Z, sorry cant spell the name right now and don't feel like looking it up, back after giving up **** for Jamison.
   5. Boston has found its lost way after recovering from a temporary battle of amnesia causing them to forget how they play this game called Basketball.

*: a fawn, just in case anyone didn't know, is usually a young deer that is under one year of age.

Here It Is & There Is  A Serious Reminder to PLEASE DON'T TEXT & DRIVE!!!




Ok Lets Lighten The Mood!!!

From Blando to Grando Orlando & Congrats to Saints

                The Orlando Magic have just made the basketball world CoNfUsEd after having a terrible 39-17 3^rd quarter against Washington (which I painfully witnessed live), Orlando goes into Boston’s ruthless home court and puts on a 36-11 3^rd quarter beating and displays what Grumpy Stan the Man Van Gundy says was the Magic’s best quarter in his three years of coaching Orlando. This is funny because less than 48 hours earlier Grumpy Stan the Man Van Gundy says that Orlando put on the worst quarter, in three years of coaching Orlando, against the Wizards. To put this into picture, only one thing can do it, and it is …. the return of Positive, Negative, and Thoughts!    

                The POSITIVE:

1.       The first one is obvious because these 12 minutes changed the game in Orlando’s favor, and it was the phenomenal 36-11 3^rd quarter.

2.       BEWARE OF HOWARD! He only played 7 minutes in the first half, and a total 32 minutes, and still pulled down 13 rebounds, and posted 16 points, and then added 2 blocks. Oh yeah and he played in foul trouble.

3.       Vince Carter for some reason can’t play bad against one of the top defensive teams (Boston) because he had 20 points, and is averaging 19.8 points against the Celtics (good to see).

4.       Matt Barnes and Jameer Nelson played great in the 1^st quarter, which kept us in the game because Dwight only played about 6 minutes in that quarter. Good to see that.

5.       How about those 4 back to back 3 point possessions in the third quarter. That’s Orlando’s game, which should be feared.

6.       Give credit to the 2010 Eastern All-Star Coach, Grumpy Stan the Man Van Gundy, for his coaching when he decided to keep Dwight Howard in the game after picking up his fourth. His reason was because he believes that if Dwight plays less than 20 minutes, then Orlando gets in trouble.

7.       Kudos to Vince Carter for telling Dwight after the 1^st half to “take over and dominate by any means necessary!” It looked like it worked.

             The NEGATIVE:

1.       Yeah great game ,but Orlando still needs to work on things like Dwight Howard needs to try and stop picking up some silly fouls (yeah refs), but Howard needs to stop extending his arms out, he needs to just extend arms up.

2.       The foul trouble for DH12 only got him 7 minutes of game play in the 1^st half.

3.       Both Magic point guards need to step up in defensive intensity because Rajon Rondo had his way with the Magic. He posted a near triple double with 17 points, 9 assist, 8 rebounds, and to add on 3 steals.

4.       Orlando needs to stop turning the ball over because the 1^st quarter separated Boston and Orlando by one point (24-23), but Boston took a 11 point lead at the half due to the turnovers in the 2^nd quarter.

THOUGHTS:

1.       My favorite quarter being a basketball fan was the 1^st quarter because Boston’s inside game showed that it worked, but then Orlando’s opposite philosophy of the outside game worked as well. It was two different styles that both proved productive. BEAUTIFUL BASKETBALL.

2.       The first quarter was my favorite from a basketball fan perspective, but as a Magic fan perspective, the 3^rd quarter was my favorite. Had to clear that up.

3.       Orlando had the tie breaker with Atlanta if they have the same record at the end of the season, and now they also have the tie breaker with Boston. Now let’s do it to Cleveland.

4.       Doc Rivers (former coach of the year with Orlando) heard a Boston player say that Boston is better than Orlando, and Doc responded by saying that it was a bunch of crap, because Orlando knocked Boston out of the 2009 Playoffs, and now won the season series at 3-1. I am glad to see Doc give Orlando credit because not many do.

This game was amazing, and it was different for me because I needed to listen to the whole game on the radio, which I enjoyed because it allowed me to envision what was on going in the game. My imagination made the shots look better, but the real thing looked pretty good too.

By the way, Lebron James, WOW, WOW, WOW. James had 24 straight points and 35 at the half against the Knicks, and many points came from jump shots, which really shows his development, and speaks volume for his talent, but not his prideful personality.

Oh yeah I forgot, congrats to the Saints.

Here It Is & Remember my Superbowl ran from 2:30pm till 5:00pm Eastern Standard Time.

Magic Peaking? & Grumpy Stan the Man an All-Star?

            The Orlando Magic are a resilient team, and they’ve shown it via the current three game win streak and the 2008-2009 playoffs. It is great that the Magic are currently rising, but let us step back and contemplate a question being asked about Orlando. Are the Orlando Magic peaking?

            I am going to attempt and not become frustrated and stressed over such a ridiculous question. I will present both sides of the question with my best efforts of being unbiased.

            Many are saying that the Magic are peaking due to their lack of energy that allows opposing mediocre below mediocre teams to get the best of the Magic. The Magic do not start games energetic, they turn the ball over tremendously, and they don’t give off the impression of an elite team in the NBA. They are receiving slimming victories and cannot seem to put teams away. The 2009 NBA Finals was the peaking point for Orlando and now many don’t see the Magic returning to the NBA Finals. Their attitude has turned from a salivating, determined, hungry young team, to a team that seems to go through the motion and expect to turn the ON switch when the 2010 Playoffs arrive. The Orlando Magic are just a slightly above mediocre team that are going through the motions.

            These are all true arguments, and many would refute those accusations with supersaturated excuses such as there are five new teammates, or the starting five has only played together for less than 20 games, or injuries are plaguing the Magic’s chemistry. Those excuses are not allowed any longer. There are no excuses, instead the Magic are their own worst enemy due to their complacency. Orlando did have a rough patch, but so did Boston, so did Cleveland, so did Los Angeles, so did Atlanta, so did Denver. I don’t see anything saying that those teams are “PEAKING!” Orlando won 32 games last season before heading to the 2009 All-Star break, and Orlando now has racked up 32 victories two weeks before the 2010 All-Star break. Last season it was Orlando’s Star Dwight Howard was not “serious” enough for the Finals. Do the last few games that DH12 has participated in NOT show he is serious about reaching the Finals? Orlando is not peaking, but rather have improved their team overall, and they are getting back on track. People need to calm down on stating things that cannot be shown as true.

            If anyone wants to say that San Antonio has currently peaked then I really can’t refute that. San Antonio, come on get on track sometime this season.

            Looking at the trade rumors about the Magic, I really see only on reasonable move that would improve our team and really cause for the Magic to be taken off the list of “PEAKING” teams. I would absolutely love to see Vince Carter traded for (drum roll please………………..) one of the most underrated and overlooked superstars for the past few years, the Detroit Pistons starting small forward TAYYYYSHAAAUUUNNNN PRINCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (if you couldn’t read the above, it was Tayshaun Prince). Prince brings stifling perimeter defense, blocking ability that came from behind (before Lebron), length on the three spot, and he does all the little things that don’t show up on the stat sheet. He was a big part in the Detroit Pistons winning the 2003 NBA Championships. If you think I am wrong about this guy, then go ask why the USA Olympic team chose him over so many other players that have better stats then him. Plus Detroit is trying to rebuild, so the maybe more open to trading for him. (I am open to all criticism).

            Congratulations to Grumpy Stan the Man on being named the Eastern Conference Coach for the 2010 NBA All-Star game. I would rather see him get some sleep over this break, but this is a great honor for a coach, and I am proud to say that the Orlando Magic have the best modern day thinking coach in the NBA. Nasty things are being said like Van Gundy is going to purposely play Pierce and Garnett of the Boston Celtics for a lengthy period of time to cause a little bit extra wear and tear on the Boston stars. Stan won’t and would not do something like that. He may be grumpy, angry, loud, harsh, blunt, straight forward, and cutthroat, but he is truthful and not a jerk. This video is really funny, we want Stan the Grumpy Man back!!!!

            Here It Is & Remember having 4 college test in one day really SUCKS!!!

The Weekend Rebound #2 By: Kdizzle

This week has been very interesting for the Magic, from a loss to the Grizzlies, then a win against the Celtics. The crowning jewel of this week is definitely the win against Eastern Conference rivals the Celtics. The Magic intrigue me because, by the third quarter I had given up on them. Of course, I continued to watch and wow what a comeback. I’m not gonna lie, this is one of the most frustrating things of being a Magic fan. They coast through the first 3 quarters, looking like they barely have a pulse, and then BAM! 4^th quarter hits and all of a sudden they’re somehow back in the game. Why not just try equally throughout all 4 quarters? Why is it necessary to put it all in one quarter? How frustrating! But, on a lighter note, I just want to give a big SHOUTOUT to my boys J-will (for bringing us back with back to back 3’s) and JJ (for making that 3 that tied up the game). Love you guys, even if Doolz doesn’t! Oh and BIG shock that VC underwhelmed, yet again….NOT. Umm, I’m sorry Van Gunzel, but you are an absolute moron. I cannot believe that SVG made that last play of the game (Ya know, the one whereRashard Lewis won it all for us) for VC. WTF were you thinking? VC has not proven near reliable enough to trust a shot like that to him. I understand that he has been able to make game-changing shots, IN THE PAST! We are not in the past! We are in the present. Vinsanity has now been replaced by Wince Carter. Let’s try not to make stupid plays like that anymore, ‘K SVG? I promise I won’t be as hard on VC if you promise not to put so much on his (injured)shoulders.

Now, for the good stuff, trade rumors! These are my favorite! Of course, rumors of VC getting traded, because why would they not want to get rid of that albatross? But, apparently no one is overly interested in him. Shocked? Neither am I. But, one interesting player that has garnered some interest is Rashard Lewis. Why this is surprising to me is because his season thus far has been less than stellar. I say go for it! Even though he has a couple more good years in him, I think they are limited. I would like to see him get traded (along with his HUGE contract) to another team for a player that could be a good back up to Ryan Anderson. It’s not really him as a player that worries me, it’s more that I would rather see someone with either an expiring contract or someone a lot cheaper. By trading Lewis for a smaller contract, that frees up some money for the off season. Plus, if they could get rid of Carter, the possibilities seem endless. Other players that are always at the top of trade rumors are Marcin Gortat and Brandon Bass. I would like to see these players stay in Orlando, though. I really like the “Twin Towers” play that SVG rolled out against the Celtics. And I think that Brandon Bass has a lot of potent playing power (Like that alliteration?) that the Magic have yet to unleash. I just can’t wait to see what the Magic pull out before the trade deadline hits. I’m counting down the days!

And on a final note, I would like to say a little something to Kevin Garnett. Garnett said “Tough loss. We had them right where we wanted them and let it slip away,” after the game on Thursday. I’m sorry KG since when are you god? I didn’t realize that you and your band of old geezers controlled what other teams do. You got hustled fair and square; don’t pretend like you let us have it. You didn’t let anything slip away, we outplayed you, so please get off your high horse.

This is a little treat, that just the memory of, brings a smile to my face.

Umm….Who the eff do you think you are AJ? Please get back on the bench and stop making things worse for yourself. But, I do appreciate the laughs, so thanks.

Do You Believe In Magic & Sad Streak Broken

                The Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics went head to head Thursday, January 28,2010. The series was split 1-1, and Orlando was trying to bounce back from a loss to Memphis. Both teams met Christmas Day, and both had an ugly game then. Since that game, Boston and Orlando went through rough patches in terms of victories.

                 Orlando was in trouble when entering the locker room at the half down by 11. In the 3^rd, Ray Allen hit a 3 at the 9:59 mark, creating a 16 point lead, Boston’s largest of the night. The Magic were deflated but if anything was learned from their playoff experience last season, it was that RESILIENCE pays off. Orlando came back strong, with a rare pairing of Howard and Gortat leading the charge. This gave Orlando a defensive boost, and helped Rashard Lewis start catching fire offensively. Boston built a 3-point lead at 94-91 late in 4^th after a Rondo basket. Not to worry because I HOPE ALL REMEMBERED that Orlando is the #1 three-point shooting team in the league, and it showed when JJ Redick nailed a long 3. Props to JJ Redick for bring Orlando back in the game.The game was still tied with some seconds left in the game, so Van Gundy’s calls a play for VC15, which Boston’s rough defense snubbed, until Redick passed to Lewis, who drove by Garnett and had an easy lay-up to give the Magic the winning shot.

                The Orlando Magic had a great game aside from VC15.  Vince struggled and only had 6 points, and was a forgettable supposed “STAR” in the game. Dwight Howard had 19 points, but 11 came in the 4^th, in which he presented an array of maneuvers that didn’t come with him slamming it home. Howard displayed his growth as a player with the beautiful soft touch finishes around the rim with both hands. Gortat displayed why the Magic kept him, even with the expense. Gortat had 3 blocks with 8 rebounds and 6 points in 27 minutes of game play. Lewis had 23 points in the game, and was the offense for the Magic in the second half. Nelson kept the Magic in the game during the first quarter having a stretch of 10 points. Orlando is the first to defeat Boston when they have the Big 3 (Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, Ray Allen) playing with a double digit lead in the 4th, they were 86-0, but they can thank Orlando for the 86-1.

Still one person I saw that Orlando truly misses in tight games like this is HERO Turkolgu because you could see that Vince is not replacing HERO in tight game situations. I also need to see the old GRUMPY STAN THE MAN come back, because we need to have that serious cutthroat persona. It was a great win, but still Orlando has things they need to work on.                                                                                                       

One another note, the Phoenix Suns finally broke their sad record of having 18 straight losses anytime they were on TNT. The Suns wont 112-106.The Mavericks didn’t lose this game, the Suns won the game. Steve Nash showed why is worthy of that All-Star starter status. Nash had 19 points and 11 assist. The game was good, but the backstage news about the Suns trying to trade Stoudemire to the Spurs is a stupid move. The Suns are playing great basketball, and they are in the hunt for a playoff spot. Apparently, the Suns organization sees that Stoudemire won’t resign with them, so they want to get something out of him. I hope that the Spurs figure out a way to receive Stoudemire because he would be a great younger talent to have for the aged Spurs.

Here It Is & Remember DEFENSE DEFENSE (Orlando Has The Best Defensive Presence DH12)!