NFT: Bucks vs. Suns NBA Finals

In comment 15303518 dpinzow said:

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In comment 15303517 MookGiants said: Quote: In comment 15303516 dpinzow said: Quote: or this series will go south for them quick Phoenix isnt going to lose at home. It will probably be 2-2, but i dont give Bucks much chance to win in the valley regardless of what happens in Milwaukee Milwaukee beat an almost unstoppable Kevin Durant in Brooklyn in a seventh game. If one of Giannis's running mates, Middleton or Holiday, has a big game, they can win in Phoenix

Kevin Durant playing with 4 ham n eggers. Phoenix is a whole lot better than that Brooklyn team they faced in game 7. Harden was immobile, Joe Harris couldnt throw the ball in the ocean, and the rest of the team sucks.

If Suns players get hurt like the Nets had injuries, they will win. Barring that I dont see them winning a game in Phoenix.

I think this ends in 6

In comment 15303523 MookGiants said:

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In comment 15303518 dpinzow said: Quote: In comment 15303517 MookGiants said: Quote: In comment 15303516 dpinzow said: Quote: or this series will go south for them quick Phoenix isnt going to lose at home. It will probably be 2-2, but i dont give Bucks much chance to win in the valley regardless of what happens in Milwaukee Milwaukee beat an almost unstoppable Kevin Durant in Brooklyn in a seventh game. If one of Giannis's running mates, Middleton or Holiday, has a big game, they can win in Phoenix Kevin Durant playing with 4 ham n eggers. Phoenix is a whole lot better than that Brooklyn team they faced in game 7. Harden was immobile, Joe Harris couldnt throw the ball in the ocean, and the rest of the team sucks. If Suns players get hurt like the Nets had injuries, they will win. Barring that I dont see them winning a game in Phoenix. I think this ends in 6

Paul George and a bunch of ham and eggers won a game in the Western Conference Finals in Phoenix. The Suns have to figure out how to slow down Giannis or they're in more trouble than you think

they'll win the series in 5. I'm interested to see what kinds of matchups the Suns are going to throw at Giannis, because they obviously can't let him keep on putting up 40+

is a really good basketball player.

Holliday is playing like he has money on the Suns

should lose his job for not calling that foul on Booker. Remarkably dumb play by Booker bailed out by a referee who has zero clue what the fuck is going on

with Booker’s foul trouble, but they somehow miss an obvious sixth foul.

and miss that foul on Booker. He was basically trying to wrap Holliday up to prevent a layup, and the referee just swallows his whistle.

He's clearly not capable of doing his job if he doesnt call that

has been an important piece for them, but he needs to stop shooting tonight

to avoid free throws. Actually a good idea.

In comment 15305387 MookGiants said:

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should lose his job for not calling that foul on Booker. Remarkably dumb play by Booker bailed out by a referee who has zero clue what the fuck is going on

That was Booker's 6th foul too, and he just committed a seventh and it wasn't called

a series!

a 40+ game from Booker, the refs fail to call an obvious 6th foul on Booker and they still got beat. Danger time for Phoenix

All over the Booker sixth foul in real time.

In comment 15305397 bceagle05 said:

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All over the Booker sixth foul in real time.

Agreed!

Flopping all over the court all game and getting star whistles from the refs.

can go ahead and stay in Phoenix.

And Jae Crowder is a giant flopping worn out labia. Holy shit.

And how did Booker have 8 fouls?

NBA is straight trash.

In comment 15305395 dpinzow said:

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a 40+ game from Booker, the refs fail to call an obvious 6th foul on Booker and they still got beat. Danger time for Phoenix

Everything go their way because Booker had 40? Besides Cam the rest of the team was terrible. And while he was lucky to not foul out his 5th foul call changed the game and it was a total flop by Tucker.

Phoenix isnt in “danger” time. Bucks havent even competed with them at home to this point and nothing that happened in Milwaukee leads me to believe that will change in game 5.

Bucks took care of business on their home floor, but its not danger time for the suns when they smoked them twice in the valley.

Chris Paul was absolutely awful in this game. As I said above Booker and Cam Johnson were only two suns who played well.

Phoenix a much better chance to win a game 6 in Milwaukee than I do the Bucks winning in Phoenix.

3 seasons. In fact especially if they win it all Phoenix should have the balls to say no too. He's so inconsistent at this point. He was awful last night. Also how does Monty Williams keep letting Booker be the one to rotate back on D for the fast breaks for the whole 4th quarter with 5 fouls? Ok they got bailed out once but after that he can't be the one to rotate back. You need someone who can give a foul there to prevent an easy basket.

how well Giannis has played after that brutal looking injury. He's such an all-around stud. A true superstar. Middleton is really making a name for himself with some of these scoring performances, just a very smooth offensive player who can also defend.

That block by Giannis on Ayton was super nice, but I think it's getting a little overrated. It's not LeBron on Iggy or Hakeem on Starks, but it was definitely a classic moment that gives you a glimpse of the kind of athlete/competitor that Giannis is.

With a healthy Giannis, this is now a hell of a good series. I thought Suns would have the edge but that was if Giannis wasn't 100%. Still rooting for CP3 to get it done and I expect him to have a bigtime performance in Game 5.

especially since Ayton isn't giving up size like Igoudala and of course, Starks. Didn't really think on it historically too much but that stands out to me. Time also stands out, this was about a minute and change left and would have tied the game - it ended up being a 4 point swing.

LeBrons was better looking but Giannis' impacted the game more, IMO.

what doesnt get credit is the JR smith hustle to make iggy dip which allowed for the block. block doesnt happen on its own without JR.

In comment 15305581 Osi Osi Osi OyOyOy said:

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That block by Giannis on Ayton was super nice, but I think it's getting a little overrated.

Great play, but the pass from Booker was a LITTLE high too - credit Giannis and his freakish wingspan for causing that I guess, but Booker was a little casual with the lob.

In comment 15305585 UConn4523 said:

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especially since Ayton isn't giving up size like Igoudala and of course, Starks. Didn't really think on it historically too much but that stands out to me. Time also stands out, this was about a minute and change left and would have tied the game - it ended up being a 4 point swing. LeBrons was better looking but Giannis' impacted the game more, IMO.

Game 7 vs. Game 4. Both were with very little time and the score was tied in the Cavs-Warriors game vs. the Bucks being up. As impressive as Giannis' block was in showcasing his absurd length/mobility, I don't think it's really that close between the two in which was the better play. JR definitely did a great job with the effort but LeBron tracking that down the court and stuffing it was insane.

Hakeem on Starks might be my #1 though. It was a potentially series ending shot and Hakeem switched on a guard and shut that down.



Pretty damn crazy Middleton stat. He's been hot/cold in these playoffs, some really big games surrounded by mediocre ones. But it's insane how great he's been in the clutch. Him being such a strong halfcourt scorer when he's on makes him such a great fit next to Giannis.

I said before the series I was taking Phoenix in 7. Holding to that. I wonder what's up with CP3...is he injured? He looks awful last night. And I'd like to see him get a ring. I have no ill will towards Giannis & Milwaukee, but Giannis is what, 25? 26? He will have multiple chances in the future to get his ring. CP3 is nearing hole 18 in his superb career.

after three in Game 5. Jrue and Middleton both showing up. Quiet night for CP3.

anyone besides Cam Johnson and Booker even know they had 3 quarters left to play after the 1st quarter

Chris Paul has been absolute garbage. Maybe we wont have to hear how he's the greatest leader of all time anymore if they lose this series.

Milwaukee just outworking them tonight.

Phoenix more than capable of winning in Milwaukee but they wont if Chris Paul doesnt wake up.

They need to look for Cam Johnson offensively more. He's better than Crowder or Bridges

but don't dislike Milwaukee at all. Hope it goes seven.

That being said, why do people want Chris Paul to win so badly? He's an absolute jerkoff. It's like people all of a sudden forgot how much of an asshole he has been on the court over his career. I wouldn't be one bit upset if he lost this series and continued his career of never winning anything at the college or NBA level

Doesn't mean he's the difference in the series. Ron! Staaaaaaaaaaaap!

Booker needs the ball all the time when Holiday isn't checking him.

Does the broadcast look like crap (4k Sammy q80t, DirecTV)?

In comment 15307327 Bricktop said:

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Doesn't mean he's the difference in the series. Ron! Staaaaaaaaaaaap! Booker needs the ball all the time when Holiday isn't checking him.

I didn't say he's the difference. But they absolutely do not look for him enough

In comment 15307330 MookGiants said:

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In comment 15307327 Bricktop said: Quote: Doesn't mean he's the difference in the series. Ron! Staaaaaaaaaaaap! Booker needs the ball all the time when Holiday isn't checking him. I didn't say he's the difference. But they absolutely do not look for him enough

I'm busting your balls, Tarheel.

In comment 15307327 Bricktop said:

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Doesn't mean he's the difference in the series. Ron! Staaaaaaaaaaaap! Booker needs the ball all the time when Holiday isn't checking him.

Booker needs the ball regardless of who's guarding him

Needs to stay away from our Knicks.

I didn't realize Giannis was such a bad FT shooter.

to catch that alley oop.

So many missed free throws for the Bucks.

then it did live to me coming out of his hands.

In comment 15303517 MookGiants said:

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In comment 15303516 dpinzow said: Quote: or this series will go south for them quick Phoenix isnt going to lose at home. It will probably be 2-2, but i dont give Bucks much chance to win in the valley regardless of what happens in Milwaukee

Good call.

when they down 4. Let them shoot it SMH.

So much for it being impossible for the Bucks to win a game in Phoenix. I said earlier in this thread that Paul George and a bunch of role players won a Game 5 in Phoenix, so it was possible for Giannis and Middleton

fouling on an alley oop, tell me again how he's the greatest leader of all time that has won absolutely nothing his entire career.

Suns are capable of winning a game 6, but they're going to need guys besides Booker to show up.

Holiday played the game of his life, he's no where near the kind of player he showed tonight, but he's also not anywhere near as bad as he was in game 4.

Ayton had decent stats, but played a poor game, particularly rebounding.

Booker dunked on him early and taunted him a bit, and from there Milwaukee whipped their ass the rest of the night. Not saying one thing led to another, but I was happy to see it.

They were up 16 after 1. They had Milwaukee down for the count. Then the Bucks make up the entire deficit with Giannis sitting on the bench in 5 minutes in the 2nd quarter

In comment 15307360 dpinzow said:

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They were up 16 after 1. They had Milwaukee down for the count. Then the Bucks make up the entire deficit with Giannis sitting on the bench in 5 minutes in the 2nd quarter

16 point lead after one is nada in today's NBA. But I agree, Milwaukee was on the canvas.

But they let em off the hook. They are who they thought they were. Might have to crown their ass.

In comment 15307360 dpinzow said:

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They were up 16 after 1. They had Milwaukee down for the count. Then the Bucks make up the entire deficit with Giannis sitting on the bench in 5 minutes in the 2nd quarter

NBA games always tighten up. No matter how much you're up in the first half no lead is ever safe. They certainly should not have blown the entire lead before half.

Milwaukee played a damn near perfect final 3 quarters.

Ayton and Paul need to play far better if they want even a chance to win in Milwaukee

In comment 15307358 bceagle05 said:

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Booker dunked on him early and taunted him a bit, and from there Milwaukee whipped their ass the rest of the night. Not saying one thing led to another, but I was happy to see it.

That play by Giannis was borderline dirty, so I dont blame him taunting Giannis for it.

The only unlikable player on either team is Paul imo. Easy finals to watch otherwise. The Paul love fest has been sickening but i love watching the rest of the players in this series.

This season with the Knicks resurgence. However I've had a tough time with this series because to really get my juices flowing I need to either be rooting hard for or against one of the teams. I have no beef with either team. Giannis is such a likeable star, I love watching Ayton, Booker and Middleton too. These past few games I've really decided to pull for Giannis and the Bucks to win it though. This truly is their chance to get a ring and they really are easy to root for with their style. Booker and the Suns haven't paid their dues yet and will probably have other shots at it.

but I like him and plenty of others do too. He’s one of the best PGs of my time and dealt with very shitty teams early in his career so watching him on a contender is fun.

Plenty of dirtier players and he isn’t out there like Vontaze Burfict, it’s really overblown.

two teams that I enjoy watching play. Happy for either team if they win.