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Footwedge
Posts: 9,265
May 20, 2015 4:05am
Finally.... back to biting fingernails. 8 down...8 to go.
GOONx19
Posts: 7,147
May 20, 2015 7:07am
Go Cavs!
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 20, 2015 8:13am
Assuming they can stay somewhat healthy, I'm starting to feel better about their chances of winning this.
In the past, there has always been a recurring theme that has been a part of the supposed "curse".....a Hall of Famer. The late 80's/early 90's Cavs should've won multiple championships but were always stopped short by a Hall of Famer, Michael Jordan. The mid/late 80's Browns should've been in a couple of Super Bowls but were always stopped short by? A Hall of Famer, John Elway.
There's only one Hall of Famer left among these 4 teams and he's wearing Wine & Gold.
GO CAVS !!!
In the past, there has always been a recurring theme that has been a part of the supposed "curse".....a Hall of Famer. The late 80's/early 90's Cavs should've won multiple championships but were always stopped short by a Hall of Famer, Michael Jordan. The mid/late 80's Browns should've been in a couple of Super Bowls but were always stopped short by? A Hall of Famer, John Elway.
There's only one Hall of Famer left among these 4 teams and he's wearing Wine & Gold.
GO CAVS !!!
SportsAndLady
Posts: 35,632
May 20, 2015 8:27am
CurryBR1986FB;1729772 wrote:Assuming they can stay somewhat healthy, I'm starting to feel better about their chances of winning this.
In the past, there has always been a recurring theme that has been a part of the supposed "curse".....a Hall of Famer. The late 80's/early 90's Cavs should've won multiple championships but were always stopped short by a Hall of Famer, Michael Jordan. The mid/late 80's Browns should've been in a couple of Super Bowls but were always stopped short by? A Hall of Famer, John Elway.
There's only one Hall of Famer left among these 4 teams and he's wearing Wine & Gold.
GO CAVS !!!
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 20, 2015 8:28am
He's good but way too early to crown him a Hall of Famer.SportsAndLady;1729778 wrote:Curry
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wildcats20
Posts: 27,794
May 20, 2015 8:33am
Unless Steph Curry falls off the face of the earth tomorrow, he will be in the HOF.
SportsAndLady
Posts: 35,632
May 20, 2015 8:34am
Barring severe injury, he's going to be a HOFer. You don't just stop learning how to shoot like he can.BR1986FB;1729779 wrote:He's good but way too early to crown him a Hall of Famer.
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GOONx19
Posts: 7,147
May 20, 2015 9:56am
Steph is a HOF lock. Just like Ray Allen will have a job as long as he wants one, Steph can carry his team for 6-7 more years and then fall into a solely shooting role.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
May 20, 2015 9:57am
This.SportsAndLady;1729781 wrote:Barring severe injury, he's going to be a HOFer. You don't just stop learning how to shoot like he can.
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Automatik
Posts: 14,632
May 20, 2015 9:57am
And most likely be known as the best outside shooter....ever.wildcats20;1729780 wrote:Unless Steph Curry falls off the face of the earth tomorrow, he will be in the HOF.
Mulva
Posts: 13,650
May 20, 2015 10:00am
Dwight Howard is almost definitely HOF bound too. If he plays another 6+ years he'll finish top 10 all time in blocks and top 5 in rebounds.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
May 20, 2015 10:23am
wildcats20
Posts: 27,794
May 20, 2015 10:24am
Agreed.Mulva;1729808 wrote:Dwight Howard is almost definitely HOF bound too. If he plays another 6+ years he'll finish top 10 all time in blocks and top 5 in rebounds.
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
May 20, 2015 10:45am
Unfortunately, I think Harden will end up being a HOFer as well, if for no other reason than the stats he puts up. I don't really care for him (pretty certain over half his "shot" attempts aren't even looking at the basket, just trying to draw the foul), but he has put up a lot of good offensive numbers. His defense, however, leaves a lot to be desired.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
May 20, 2015 10:52am
Outside of this season, he's one of the worst defenders I've ever seen.Dr. KnOiTaLL;1729828 wrote:Unfortunately, I think Harden will end up being a HOFer as well, if for no other reason than the stats he puts up. I don't really care for him (pretty certain over half his "shot" attempts aren't even looking at the basket, just trying to draw the foul), but he has put up a lot of good offensive numbers. His defense, however, leaves a lot to be desired.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
May 20, 2015 10:56am
No chance. The dude will never win an MVP or a championship.Dr. KnOiTaLL;1729828 wrote:Unfortunately, I think Harden will end up being a HOFer as well, if for no other reason than the stats he puts up. I don't really care for him (pretty certain over half his "shot" attempts aren't even looking at the basket, just trying to draw the foul), but he has put up a lot of good offensive numbers. His defense, however, leaves a lot to be desired.
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
May 20, 2015 11:12am
I agree completely. Pretty sure there are YouTube videos mocking his pathetic effort on defense. Still think he'll get in, although I obviously don't think he'll be a first ballot guy.Commander of Awesome;1729836 wrote:Outside of this season, he's one of the worst defenders I've ever seen.
wildcats20
Posts: 27,794
May 20, 2015 11:13am
James Harden isn't not going to the Hall based on him being a below average defender.
wildcats20
Posts: 27,794
May 20, 2015 11:15am
He was a damn good college player too. And that goes into consideration.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
May 20, 2015 11:19am
Harden has plenty of time to change his HoF credentials. Before this season I thought he was an inefficient over rated chucker (ala McGrady with worse defense). He's still an annoying as shit player to watch IMO, like the guy who's mastered the leg sweep in Mortal Kombat and spams it during a match. However, it's not his fault the NBA rules for fouling are shit, and he's exploited it better than any other player. He had a great season, and if he keeps this up he's more than likely HoF bound. Still needs to pick up his defense and improve his FG% before I'll ever actually consider him an MVP candidate. He was no where close to 2nd best player in the league this season IMO.
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
May 20, 2015 11:33am
This is fucking awlsumCommander of Awesome;1729853 wrote:like the guy who's mastered the leg sweep in Mortal Kombat and spams it during a match.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
May 20, 2015 12:00pm
Yeah I'd put him at top 26 no doubt.Commander of Awesome;1729853 wrote:Harden has plenty of time to change his HoF credentials. Before this season I thought he was an inefficient over rated chucker (ala McGrady with worse defense). He's still an annoying as shit player to watch IMO, like the guy who's mastered the leg sweep in Mortal Kombat and spams it during a match. However, it's not his fault the NBA rules for fouling are shit, and he's exploited it better than any other player. He had a great season, and if he keeps this up he's more than likely HoF bound. Still needs to pick up his defense and improve his FG% before I'll ever actually consider him an MVP candidate. He was no where close to 2nd best player in the league this season IMO.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
May 20, 2015 12:15pm
Well I'd like to get the thread back on track rather than talking about non-Cavs players who have never and will never accomplish anything relevant in the NBA.
Cavs take game 1 no problem. Cavs by 10 is my current prediction. Is there anyone here that doesn't believe the Cavs will be in the NBA finals?
Cavs take game 1 no problem. Cavs by 10 is my current prediction. Is there anyone here that doesn't believe the Cavs will be in the NBA finals?
derek bomar
Posts: 3,722
May 20, 2015 12:30pm
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
May 20, 2015 12:39pm
I really like LeBron to dominate this series. The Hawks dont really have a presence either inside or on the wing who can stop him from getting points down low/driving/on the block.
On the flip side, I think Atlanta provides tougher matchups everywhere else compared to the rest if the east. I still say Cavs in 6.
On the flip side, I think Atlanta provides tougher matchups everywhere else compared to the rest if the east. I still say Cavs in 6.