Bobcats v. Wizards 2/11, last game before the break

[TattoodCats4life]

Okay, today we play our last game before the break...There have been lots of trade rumors and its still early enough that a trigger could get pulled before the game leaving us short handed. Even that said I'd honestly love to see Larry give the "core" an early rest, and see what the 2nd unit can do against the worst team on this side of the map..

Starters: DJ, Cartier, Vlad, May, Diop. Clearly we'd need our typical starters to play some minutes because as it stands we have 11 players capable of playing right now, and you cant really play a game with the above mentioned faux starters, lexy and lil sean. But we could keep their minutes down and see how well our bench plays, and if they bust it up, our guys will be ready to kick some butt when they come in :)

Anyway, I'm going to go get ready for gametime... Enjoy everyone.

LETS GO CATS...take us out on a mini-undefeated-streak.

[G-Force for MVP]

don't really want may playing rather have ajinca but the bobcats better not sleep on the wiz , yeah they are bad but they have some players who can really play

[TattoodCats4life]

don't really want may playing rather have ajinca but the bobcats better not sleep on the wiz , yeah they are bad but they have some players who can really play

I agree about not sleeping, hence the great guys are ready waiting...Lexy isnt a 4/5 guy, he's an insanely tall, insanely hard to defend (due to his size) 3/2.

[G-Force for MVP]

I agree about not sleeping, hence the great guys are ready waiting...Lexy isnt a 4/5 guy, he's an insanely tall, insanely hard to defend (due to his size) 3/2.




no way is he a 2

[Muttley]

Okay, today we play our last game before the break...There have been lots of trade rumors and its still early enough that a trigger could get pulled before the game leaving us short handed. Even that said I'd honestly love to see Larry give the "core" an early rest, and see what the 2nd unit can do against the worst team on this side of the map..

Starters: DJ, Cartier, Vlad, May, Diop. Clearly we'd need our typical starters to play some minutes because as it stands we have 11 players capable of playing right now, and you cant really play a game with the above mentioned faux starters, lexy and lil sean. But we could keep their minutes down and see how well our bench plays, and if they bust it up, our guys will be ready to kick some butt when they come in :)

Anyway, I'm going to go get ready for gametime... Enjoy everyone.

LETS GO CATS...take us out on a mini-undefeated-streak.

Saw you posted this idea to Bonnell on his bog today. Interesting idea, but I'm not sure I like the idea of anyone but raymond trying to guard Caron. Even Gerald seems to have trouble guarding that guy. Though, maybe Cartier (really enjoy saying his name, btw) can handle it somewhat... not sure.

Anywho, I expect a win tonight in this battle of injury-ravaged SE Division rivals, but Butler and Jameson ruitinely give us trouble, and we cannot take them lightly.

Go Cats!

[davcbow]

no way is he a 2

To me he is more a 3-4-5 he can shoot, he is quick and athletic, he can charge the rim, he can defend and block shots.....:cool:

We can win this tonight no problem but we have to play a solid game and not go to sleep just because its the wizards... Id like to see May get a few more minutes tonight, I expect Lexx to get some minutes.... Like Tat says we need to let the bench get more playing time.....:cool:

[Robertpel9]

Leaving for TWC arena now, we better beat the Wiz

GO CATS

[docend24]

As commentators mentioned it against clippers after Lexy's made shot - i like when Alexis drills that great 20-feet jumper (well not really a jumpwer just a shot) and after made shot opponents players are just looking at each other "WTF is going on?!". Alexis is money from that spot and i would love to see him screen for this play more. It can develop into a nightmare for opposite defense - they couldn't switch because small PG can't guard Ajinça because of his height and big man can't really let PG going to the hoop.

And Lex is starting to trying treys...

[WarioVsMooChicken]

I'd love to have a center that shot 3s

[Bobcat4Ever]

Any links?

[spectre]

Nothing yet. Radio link on NBA.com (Charlotte) is working tho.

[Bobcat4Ever]

:(

Oh well, guess I will just listen to Lauer on the radio likes always

[davcbow]

The wizzards have the most ugly uniforms I have ever seen......:o

[spectre]

Someone should maybe guard Jamison...I hear he can shoot.

[docend24]

sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6543

Not sure if it work in sopcast gonna try

[biz]

D.j. = $$$

[docend24]

my sopcast link soccer :( don't try it

[teej]

Lookin good so far, Ray and DJ lightin it up

[bonzibonzi]

my sopcast link soccer :( don't try it

too late ;):rolleyes:

a link please !!!!!!!!!!

[davcbow]

Try this guys.....It may work...not sure if it will or not.
Its on tv here in apex....:p

www.atdhe.net (http://www.atdhe.net)

[spectre]

Try this guys.....It may work...not sure if it will or not.
Its on tv here in apex....:p

www.atdhe.net (http://www.atdhe.net)

Y'know I'm in between Apex & Holly Springs. Do you have Time Warner?

[spectre]

Someone should maybe guard Jamison...I hear he can shoot.

Hello???????

[davcbow]

Yep channel 50

[teej]

Link doesnt work...any others??

Why are we shooting 3's like we get paid for it?

[ArcandiaS]

After a great start, a bad period for 'Cats with a lot of hard shot taken and missed. Hope they'll play again like the six beginning minutes of the game.

[ArcandiaS]

Nice defensive play by Boris on the last first quarter Wizards's possession. It will keep the game up 3 for Cat's. Good first quarter but we let Wizards come back easily in the game.

EDIT : oups sorry for the double post

[davcbow]

24-21 end of 1st.... we do need to go to the paint a lot more and stop so many 3's... To all the new people I am seeing on the boards tonight, if I havent said it yet , welcome to the board and enjoy.....:cool:

[Slam]

The wizzards have the most ugly uniforms I have ever seen......:o
I think that black, gold and white can look stunning together..................just not the way the Wizards do it!!

[teej]

Fatasss!!!!!!

[davcbow]

Oh my god May in the game and scores.....:cool:

[biz]

Sean May with the basket.....

I know you all hate him, but I'm telling you..... he can be a REALLY GOOD player if he finally decides to stay in shape.

[teej]

I guess Sean could have another dub dub...it is the Wiz

[dnbman]

Felton with the triple-double tonight?

[WarioVsMooChicken]

Sean May...rebound...and score?!!

wut

[docend24]

working link? :(

[Bobcat4Ever]

Sean May would be the shit if he could stay leaner. Dude is a player

[teej]

Cartier doin well so far...both Seans already in

[davcbow]

You know what guys if Big Sean could get it together and contribute to his potental Id have no problems with him.....:cool:

[Ghost Kat]

Kat checking in....

Lets Go Cats!!!!!

[Slam]

Felts looking AMAZING tonight.

[dnbman]

Cartier Martin seems to be earning his contract. Glad we have him.

[Ghost Kat]

Martin is playin great...For a 10day

[teej]

Ray could get the tripple-double tonight...everythings going well

[dnbman]

jeez... how about Martin, Augustin, Diaw, and Radmanovic in at the same time? Pick your poison from behind the arc.

[teej]

jeez... how about Martin, Augustin, Diaw, and Radmanovic in at the same time? Pick your poison from behind the arc.
And Ajinca at the 5

[davcbow]

56-45 at the half; the entire team is looking good tonight......;)

[dnbman]

Nice lead and only 2 players with more than one foul.

We should be in good shape, so long as we keep attacking.

We could really be dangerous with Wallace and Raja back.

[ArcandiaS]

Ray could get the tripple-double tonight...everythings going well


He'll get this!! He is in a great night!!

GO RAY! GO CAT'S!!

Very good first half. Everyon is doing great job!

[ohara831]

Why do teams seem to be able to hit these last second shots at the end of quarters against us? Crap.

Ray may be the first Cat to hit the triple double. 13 6 and 6. Let's do it Ray.

[Ghost Kat]

From what I saw that was a pretty good first half. Martin seems to be playing well, Had another Sean May sighting. Can we be considered a 3pt threat team yet? Okafor is playing great this year. Hasn't missed a game yet, hope i don't jinx him.

[dnbman]

Why do teams seem to be able to hit these last second shots at the end of quarters against us? Crap.

Ray may be the first Cat to hit the triple double. 13 6 and 6. Let's do it Ray.

Surprisingly, Brown made a comment the last time Felton was close saying he would have tried to let Felton get if he knew how close he was. So, my guess is that if we continue to play with a good lead, Felton will get it.

[teej]

Great first half, everything we need is going in, go FT shhoting

if Ray hits the Trip-Dub, we CANT trade him

[Ghost Kat]

Why do teams seem to be able to hit these last second shots at the end of quarters against us? Crap.

Ray may be the first Cat to hit the triple double. 13 6 and 6. Let's do it Ray.

I think he wants it, He took that last rebound away from Martin and DJ

[davcbow]

well he has the points now he needs 4 more RB's and 4 more assists,,,, just hope he dont get sloppy trying to get it and cause the wizzards to get back into it.... Just play the game guys we need the win more than Ray needs a triple double although that would be cool....:cool:

[dnbman]

we need the win more than Ray needs a triple double although that would be cool....:cool:

Absolutely. He just needs to play good basketball and keep hustling.

I'm not too concerned about him putting a triple-double above the needs of the team.

[teej]

just wonderin how many of u guys are watchin the unc duke game too?

and how does sean may get to handicap them over ray?

[spectre]

Felton played the full quarter.

And I doubt seriously if he's worried about a triple double, but if that's what's causing him to have such a good game then let him worry away!

[Ghost Kat]

LB makes the funniest faces

[Ghost Kat]

Good hustle to get back by "The Impaler"

[ArcandiaS]

How just can 'Cats let the other teams come back so easily in the game!!! For some moments they ALL seem out of the arena!

[davcbow]

About time they called a time out ,,, we blew that 11 point lead big time...:cool:

[teej]

DJ looks better after the injury than before...

[spectre]

About time they called a time out ,,, we blew that 11 point lead big time...:cool:

And now we built it right back. Game of runs.

[dnbman]

Dude! F Adam Morrison!

Hurray Vladimir!

[Ghost Kat]

Felton showing great hustle tonight

[davcbow]

Now the Radman has come to life 2/4 from 3 point land.... up by 13

[spectre]

Felton showing great hustle tonight

They're getting 6 days off...everyone should be busting their asses.

For Crash & Raja.

[teej]

Felton 15-8-7

[Double Trouble]

I hope we sign Martin for the remainder of the season. He his really good coming off the bench.

[Ghost Kat]

I might have to say this again...

Bobcats....Home of Martin?

He's a rookie right? We have 4 rookies and 4 foreign players....I can't wait till everyone gets healthy. I hope theres time for everyone. Like seeing Wallace coach Martin on the sidelines.

[davcbow]

77-63 end of 3rd.... Mek earning his money tonight.... Martin is impressing me tonight once again...:cool:

[dnbman]

To anybody watching the game, Felton's taken a lot of shots. (He's played the entire game.)

Were his shots mostly in the flow or has he been forcing things?

[timang]

Felton 15-8-7


do not forget the five (5) steals!!!!!!!!!!!

[ohara831]

Felton doesn't need to be trying to score. Drive and penetrate and kick it out for assists. Get in there on Defense and grab the rebounds. You have this triple double. Dont worry about scoring damnit.

[dnbman]

I'd like to see Martin and Vlad get in double figures also.

[dnbman]

Another impressive stat: Diaw with 5 blocks.

[timang]

dj lighting it up! :D

[timang]

Another impressive stat: Diaw with 5 blocks.

going 6 now :o:D

[Double Trouble]

Diaw has 6 blocks.

[teej]

Don't think Ray is gonna get the triple...

[Ghost Kat]

Looks like Jordan made a good call bring in "The Impaler"

[millst2]

Vlad Putin is a damn beast :) 3 threes

[davcbow]

Radman is looking good tonight once again..... Anyone miss Ammo?:cool:

[millst2]

felts needs 2 boards 1 assist for the 1st trip dub in cats history

[Ghost Kat]

felts needs 2 boards 1 assist for the 1st trip dub in cats history

Gotta wonder why LB has him in the game looking at the score. Hasn't he play'd the whole game

[davcbow]

We need to play tight defense and stop letting the wiz's creep back into the game.....

[dnbman]

Gotta wonder why LB has him in the game looking at the score. Hasn't he play'd the whole game

all but 2 minutes.

[ohara831]

Radman is looking good tonight once again..... Anyone miss Ammo?:cool:


Do we miss who?

[spectre]

all but 2 minutes.

And I don't think he's shot since he's been back?

I want this win!

[millst2]

another threeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[teej]

Vlad is awesome...I think Ray is gonna be short tho

[dnbman]

another threeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

and, man, did we need it!

[spectre]

Ray's always been short! :p

Whew! Thank God for Vlad! I was starting to get worried.

[teej]

5 3's....IMPALER TIME!!!

[Ghost Kat]

Frenchy!!!!!!

[G-Force for MVP]

vlad is nasty

[dnbman]

Great group effort tonight. I know it's the lowly Wizards, but we're out two starters and were pretty close to a blow out.

[teej]

Great game, Vlad in two games has beaten Adam's two best games and we havent lost with him in the lineup :)

Great game by the starters and Cartier, enjoyed the May sighting, off to watch the Heels

[davcbow]

Great group effort tonight. I know it's the "lowly" Wizards, but we're out two starters and were pretty close to a blow out.

Seems like Ive heard that referred about us before...... :p

Great win tonight guys... Im really liking Radman..... he can thread the needle for sure....:cool:

[ohara831]

Great win by the guys. 21 - 31. Now get Raja and Crash back, and see what we can do!

Great games by DJ, Ray, Okafor, Vlad, Diaw and Martin. Very solid lineup and when you add Crash and Raja, we are 8 deep with some quality play.

[Ghost Kat]

Is it me or is DJ getting no respect from the ref's when he goes to the lane. He got beat up tonight...well everyone got beat up...Yay 4 the allstar break

[Slam]

To anybody watching the game, Felton's taken a lot of shots. (He's played the entire game.)

Were his shots mostly in the flow or has he been forcing things?
Very much in the flow and usually very well timed and under control. Maybe the best I have ever seen him drive and finish.

[dnbman]

Very much in the flow and usually very well timed and under control. Maybe the best I have ever seen him drive and finish.

So, you don't mind the 16 shots?

[ohara831]

I'm a little put off by all the shots and low FG %. But I seem to be in the minority on that issue. And I despise turnovers! Other aspects of his game make up for those shortfalls, but it doesn't mean they should be overlooked.

[spectre]

So, you don't mind the 16 shots?

When he made almost half of them and still got 9 assists?

How could anyone?

This looks like the PG duo we were hoping for. Isn't it just fantastic to have that kind of strengh?

And some want to give that up. :g:

[dnbman]

When he made almost half of them and still got 9 assists?

How could anyone?

This looks like the PG duo we were hoping for. Isn't it just fantastic to have that kind of strengh?

And some want to give that up. :g:

I'm not knocking it. I just wanted to hear from a critical eye who was watching the game.

By the way, the Wizard announcers sound like they converted to Bobcat fans. That was probably the most amount of praise we've ever received from the other team's announcers.

[spectre]

I'm a little put off by all the shots and low FG %. But I seem to be in the minority on that issue. And I despise turnovers! Other aspects of his game make up for those shortfalls, but it doesn't mean they should be overlooked.

44% isn't exactly low...and don't you think the 5 steals makes up for the TOs somewhat? Give it up 4 times...take it away 5?

I think he would have continued the great play if LB could have given him a couple of breaks in the 1st half, but I assume because the only other option at the 2 was Martin we needed him for defense.

Wish I could have seen this game just for the guard play.


I'm not knocking it. I just wanted to hear from a critical eye who was watching the game.

I know...rhetorical.

[ohara831]

44% isn't exactly low...and don't you think the 5 steals makes up for the TOs somewhat? Give it up 4 times...take it away 5?

I think he would have continued the great play if LB could have given him a couple of breaks in the 1st half, but I assume because the only other option at the 2 was Martin we needed him for defense.

Wish I could have seen this game just for the guard play.



I know...rhetorical.

I agree Spectre. That is why I said those shortfalls can be forgiven with the other aspects of his game. But forgiven does not mean overlooked. He's got to improve. Those weaknesses can show up at the wrong time in a close game, and they have, and it hurt us. That's all I'm saying. He's got to improve in the area of FG% and taking care of the ball.

[110oldeast]

I think both guards looked good tonight as did the rest of the team. It's amazing how in one year, management has made more logical team building moves than this franchise has in 3 years. I love Martin and Vlad.

Felton was playing 2 guard for most of the game, so looking at his fgas like a pg's isn't consistent. But 7/16 is not a low percentage.

Furthermore, he got hit on 2 or 3 of his drives with no call (I think the fact that he isn't skinnier like guys like Paul, DJ, etc. and has a stronger body works against him). This would reduce his official FGAs to 13-14. How he didn't get to the line, I am not sure.

TOs are important, but they also have to be looked at in context. Steve Nash leads pgs in TOs all the time. J-Kidd has as well in the past. A guy who tries to make more passes is going to have more TOs than another guy who always stays within the offense. He also is going to have more assists.

I think this is tough game to find much fault in our play, despite the reality that we can always get better.

[BRNC]

It was npt bad spectre...the guard play was a little sloppy at times (but more team sloppy than just the guards)...it was not what I'd call a pretty win by any means but some of these players have not even practiced together (or at least no more than one)...the TOs that continue to bother me are Diaw (7 Tos and 7 Dimes tend to cancel) since he seems to be still turning it over a lot...I know I'm probably his biggest critic but between his TOs and not showing up every game (my complaints when he was a Hawk and with the Suns) he is getting on my nerves...I personally hope he feels some pressure (to at least show up every game) since VladRad got here...

Even though not pretty it was a solid win and I never thought we were in trouble...

[spectre]

I agree Spectre. That is why I said those shortfalls can be forgiven with the other aspects of his game. But forgiven does not mean overlooked. He's got to improve. Those weaknesses can show up at the wrong time in a close game, and they have, and it hurt us. That's all I'm saying. He's got to improve in the area of FG% and taking care of the ball.

Well I do agree with that ohara...but you specifically mentioned his FG% tonight, and 44% is pretty darn acceptable IMO.

Besides, Felton has always gotten sloppy when left in for long stretches without a break. To give him credit it now takes longer (back in his 2nd season it would always start to show after about 7/8 minutes), but it's a lot to ask any player to stay on the court without rest...esp. if they've logged as many minutes as Felton has in the last 15 games including those 10 where DJ was out.

It just seems to me that both PGs gave it their all and we got the win. I'm usually pretty positive and all about showing love in these situations.

But that's just me. Don't mean to throw that on anyone else.

[spectre]

It was npt bad spectre...the guard play was a little sloppy at times (but more team sloppy than just the guards)...it was not what I'd call a pretty win by any means but some of these players have not even practiced together (or at least no more than one)...the TOs that continue to bother me are Diaw (7 Tos and 7 Dimes tend to cancel) since he seems to be still turning it over a lot...I know I'm probably his biggest critic but between his TOs and not showing up every game (my complaints when he was a Hawk and with the Suns) he is getting on my nerves...I personally hope he feels some pressure (to at least show up every game) since VladRad got here...

Even though not pretty it was a solid win and I never thought we were in trouble...

I'd like Boris' TOs a little lower, but with his passing and the rest getting used to him (your point about not much time together) they are going to happen. It's going to be one of those things you have to live with I think.

BTW...I love winning! Sadly, from the looks of the scoreboards we didn't gain anything...all the others won too.

[BRNC]

I hear ya' Spectre but he has been here awhile now...but again I think the continued TOs only feed my feeling that he does not show up every night (as in the five game L streak)...I want the team to win period...I want them desperately to make the playoffs since we need to keep/increase the fan base...but he is feeding everything I disliked about him before he came to our team...

Sadly (for me) he was one of the players I liked least in the league but he's on our team now so I'm trying to like him just having difficulty doing that...my problem...

[110oldeast]

Felton took a shot per 3 minutes which isn't a lot. Something that has often been overlooked when people talk about total attempts is that they don't pay attention to rate, which tells more about how much a player is shooting. Diaw and Felton are usually going to have more TOs than others on the team, b/c they take more chances in trying to get the ball. We certainly can clean things up, but to me it's simply a matter of does the good outweigh the bad when it comes to TOs and assists. Working harder to make things easier for your teammates can be a double edged sword.


Well I do agree with that ohara...but you specifically mentioned his FG% tonight, and 44% is pretty darn acceptable IMO.

Besides, Felton has always gotten sloppy when left in for long stretches without a break. To give him credit it now takes longer (back in his 2nd season it would always start to show after about 7/8 minutes), but it's a lot to ask any player to stay on the court without rest...esp. if they've logged as many minutes as Felton has in the last 15 games including those 10 where DJ was out.

It just seems to me that both PGs gave it their all and we got the win. I'm usually pretty positive and all about showing love in these situations.

But that's just me. Don't mean to throw that on anyone else.

[110oldeast]

It's all good man. I guess for me, I have been so starved for this franchise to get a modern day PF that I am more able to easily forgive him. I do prefer to see consistent effort every night, but I think the guy has ressurected himself here. Here's to a strong 2nd half with a HEALTHY Bobcats team that allows us to truly rotate all these parts.


I hear ya' Spectre but he has been here awhile now...but again I think the continued TOs only feed my feeling that he does not show up every night (as in the five game L streak)...I want the team to win period...I want them desperately to make the playoffs since we need to keep/increase the fan base...but he is feeding everything I disliked about him before he came to our team...

Sadly (for me) he was one of the players I liked least in the league but he's on our team now so I'm trying to like him just having difficulty doing that...my problem...

[TattoodCatswife]

This was a great game overall tonight. The upgrade fairy was very nice once again to me, hubby, and father-in-law and this time she upgraded us to court side seats where our feet were on the court. Me and father-in-law were in MJs seats and hubby was center court on the other side. It was very nice! :) Am eating this all up this season cuz I know that next season the upgrade fairies won't be around anymore

[TattoodCats4life]

Well it was a most excellent game to end the pre-ASG period of time. A lot of things changed tonight by my account, I saw many things I've never seen before... Felton dunking? WTF huh? yeah seriously felton was totally up in the air... Clearly Vlad shows that at 6-10 the NBA 3 isnt too far to shoot...awesome game considering he's only been here for a 2 games and 1 full practice...oh and he probably wasnt in true game shape due to lack of playing time in LA. Next up, Cartier...wow, thats about it...the wizards would not let him get above the rim, but he tried like 4 times and drew a heavy share of free throw shots, and he's not terrible at them either. Next game (Pacers) I think we'll see him crack 20 as it is his last game on the current 10 day (I may be wrong, we have have him until the Orlando game). Either way he's got a chip on his shoulder and something to prove. Personally, I say keep him, he's cheap, really good, and has a wonderful attitude...Diop is also getting better, having talked to him before the game he is very very confident he'll have a double double before the season is out too...so I look forward to that as well.

[110oldeast]

Tattood, Ray plays too many minutes now to use his energy on dunking but you should go to Youtube and pull up his HS highlights.

[teej]

Am eating this all up this season cuz I know that next season the upgrade fairies won't be around anymore

Why not?:confused:

[Robertpel9]

This was a great game overall tonight. The upgrade fairy was very nice once again to me, hubby, and father-in-law and this time she upgraded us to court side seats where our feet were on the court. Me and father-in-law were in MJs seats and hubby was center court on the other side. It was very nice! :) Am eating this all up this season cuz I know that next season the upgrade fairies won't be around anymore


I saw you guys then in those seats:)

I still want to know how you keep finding this fairy. I have to Fairy myself!!!

[TattoodCatswife]

Why not?:confused:

Cuz I feel when we make the playoffs or when the economy starts coming around they won't be upgrading people as much anymore

[TattoodCatswife]

I saw you guys then in those seats:)

I still want to know how you keep finding this fairy. I have to Fairy myself!!!

Yeah hubby has a blue Bell jersey and the draft day hat that has all the signatures on it, I have a Blue Wallace jersey, and father-in-law wears an orange Felton jersey or whatever other jersey we own (he borrows jerseys of ours to wear)

[spectre]

But it's a lot to ask any player to stay on the court without rest...esp. if they've logged as many minutes as Felton has in the last 15 games including those 10 where DJ was out.

Decided to look this up...Since the day DJ went out Felton has been averaging 41 minutes per game.

That's a lot.

[TattoodCatswife]

Decided to look this up...Since the day DJ went out Felton has been averaging 41 minutes per game.

That's a lot.

Yeah it really helps Felton out that DJ is back cuz Felton really does need some rest..we can't have him getting hurt as we have enough injuries as it is right now..I really worry about his ankles.

[bonzibonzi]

There's a way to get that game in video ? bittorent ?

If someone can give me an answer thanks ! :rolleyes:

[110oldeast]

Especially when you are constantly having him take on some of the toughest matchups on the opposition (D Wade, Caron Butler for example) for extended periods of time.


Decided to look this up...Since the day DJ went out Felton has been averaging 41 minutes per game.

That's a lot.

[Muttley]

Decided to look this up...Since the day DJ went out Felton has been averaging 41 minutes per game.

That's a lot.
Wow, that is a lot. Figures, though, we've needed him to play almost every minute at the 1 with DJ out, and then with Raja out he's gotta play almost every spare minute he's got at the 2.

He had an incredible game last night, and you've gotta love how he's playing with DJ. Just doing whatever the team asks of him. He's always done that, but with LB now I think he understands better exactly what it is that's being asked of him.

[davcbow]

There's a way to get that game in video ? bittorent ?

If someone can give me an answer thanks ! :rolleyes:

You may find recaps of it on youtube, espn or places like that....:cool:

[Slam]

So, you don't mind the 16 shots?
If they are good shots, then no. He got a little wild in the 2nd half (no doubt he was tired - he's been logging a lot of mins lately) but his shots, which were mostly drives, in the 1st half were really well timed and in control.

[Slam]

don't you think the 5 steals makes up for the TOs somewhat? Give it up 4 times...take it away 5?
Personally I don't - especially considering the manner in which he got them. There was a pretty rough little sequence there for him in the 3rd. Like I said, no doubt he was tired, but he had just rested at the half.

Regardless, I don't think that getting 5 steals (all of which were fantastic steals mind you) makes Felts or anyone exempt from not protecting the ball themselves.

Wonder how many points they scored off turn overs Vs how many we scored off turn overs?

[dnbman]

Wonder how many points they scored off turn overs Vs how many we scored off turn overs?

I didn't look it up, but I believe the Washington announcers said we were +10 in TO points, suggesting that was one of the main reasons Washington lost.

[spectre]

Personally I don't - especially considering the manner in which he got them. There was a pretty rough little sequence there for him in the 3rd. Like I said, no doubt he was tired, but he had just rested at the half.

Regardless, I don't think that getting 5 steals (all of which were fantastic steals mind you) makes Felts or anyone exempt from not protecting the ball themselves.

Wonder how many points they scored off turn overs Vs how many we scored off turn overs?

Getting steals doesn't negate TOs, but the steals gain back extra possessions just like the TOs give them up. Just because he got 5 steals doesn't mean the TOs weren't bad or too many...but IMO they "make up for the TOs somewhat" as he got the team more possessions than they'd normally have without the steals.

No one said exempt.

I totally agree he had a nasty little run at the beginning of the 3rd. That shouldn't take away from the rest of his game tho...particularly since his contributions in other areas were so big.

Which was my point.

[dnbman]

Which was my point.

And as somebody else already mentioned, some of the best point guards in the league get a lot of TOs.

You've got to protect the ball, but I expect a few TOs from a very active pg playing so many minutes.