Midstate01
Posts: 14,766
Jan 11, 2015 11:05pm
I don't either but hopefully he comes back pissed off and plays harder than everyone else and leads by example. They're a damn mess.
SportsAndLady
Posts: 35,632
Jan 11, 2015 11:18pm
Take it easy midstate. It's January and Lebron isn't even playing.
robj55
Posts: 9,511
Jan 11, 2015 11:18pm
Might be time for Blatt to go, they are not playing hard for him and they aren't buying into his system. There is no ball swing to the weak side like his offense is known for.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jan 11, 2015 11:22pm
I don't understand not playing hard for him. Makes no sense, where's the pride? They're representing cleveland and have the talent to win a ring. Just ridiculous.
SportsAndLady
Posts: 35,632
Jan 11, 2015 11:31pm
A lot of people wanted spo gone too
Then he went on to win two championships.
Then he went on to win two championships.
robj55
Posts: 9,511
Jan 11, 2015 11:35pm
Seems to me like they are just kinda going through the motions waiting for Lebron to come back.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jan 12, 2015 12:25am
Lot of ppl wanted Byron Scott/Mike Brown gone too. They went to multiple finals. Different scenarios, I understand what you're trying to get at here, but players aren't playing hard. Blatt can't figure out how to use Kevin Love. Is that Kyrie's fault for playing hero ball, or Blatts fault for not sticking his foot up Kyrie's ass? I'm not going to base Blatt's success on how Spo did in FAILami.SportsAndLady;1695183 wrote:A lot of people wanted spo gone too
Then he went on to win two championships.
They were very inconsistent night in night out with LBJ.robj55;1695184 wrote:Seems to me like they are just kinda going through the motions waiting for Lebron to come back.
Lovejoy1984
Posts: 5,277
Jan 12, 2015 12:33am
Blatt throwing a little shad tonight at Love saying "He's Not a max player yet"
I wonder the context.
I wonder the context.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jan 12, 2015 12:34am
Just dumb. No reason to say what he said, stirring the pot letting media write drama BS articles. SMHHighRoller74;1695188 wrote:Blatt throwing a little shade tonight at Love in the press conference saying " He's not a max player yet".
robj55
Posts: 9,511
Jan 12, 2015 1:11am
Yes but atleast they were building on something and making progress while winning games, without him they have taken a huge step back.Commander of Awesome;1695187 wrote:Lot of ppl wanted Byron Scott/Mike Brown gone too. They went to multiple finals. Different scenarios, I understand what you're trying to get at here, but players aren't playing hard. Blatt can't figure out how to use Kevin Love. Is that Kyrie's fault for playing hero ball, or Blatts fault for not sticking his foot up Kyrie's ass? I'm not going to base Blatt's success on how Spo did in FAILami.
They were very inconsistent night in night out with LBJ.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jan 12, 2015 1:16am
Yes. But if you read my post I reference effort. Which was inconsistent night in night out even with him. We got blown out by shitty teams with LBJ in the lineup. Inexcusablerobj55;1695191 wrote:Yes but atleast they were building on something and making progress while winning games, without him they have taken a huge step back.
robj55
Posts: 9,511
Jan 12, 2015 1:31am
I think that comes down to coaching, when you believe in your a coach and system you play hard night in and night out.Commander of Awesome;1695192 wrote:Yes. But if you read my post I reference effort. Which was inconsistent night in night out even with him. We got blown out by shitty teams with LBJ in the lineup. Inexcusable
Midstate01
Posts: 14,766
Jan 12, 2015 7:49am
No. LolSportsAndLady;1695178 wrote:Take it easy midstate. It's January and Lebron isn't even playing.
I at least expect them to give a god damn effort. At least play hard.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Jan 12, 2015 8:01am
I am with midstate on this. Even without LeBron a losing skid like this is fucking inexcusable. They still have Kyrie and Love. I can understand some of the teams they are losing to, but they are also not only losing to shitty teams, but the games aren't even close.
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Jan 12, 2015 10:57am
Certainly cause for concern. I thought the purpose in bringing in some of these veterans was to add leadership, but it almost seems as if they just want to ride the coattails to another title instead of performing in their role. Marion and Miller have been terrible pretty much all season. One guy I AM impressed with is TT. About a month ago, he said that he needed to get more offensive rebounds, and he's been a monster on the offensive glass since then. Offensive rebounding is ALL about effort. Why can't everyone else bring some to the table. It's like they just expect that at some point they're going to turn it on... not with this type of play, they're not.
I'm still not overly concerned, but it is disappointing and frustrating to be a Cavs fan right now.
I'm still not overly concerned, but it is disappointing and frustrating to be a Cavs fan right now.
IggyPride00
Posts: 6,482
Jan 12, 2015 11:10am
That's the problem right there. 2 of the biggest losers in the NBA. It's all they know, and all they have ever done in their career. The next thing either of them win will be the first.They still have Kyrie and Love.
Is anyone really surprised that the 2 of them together look like a lottery team without Lebron?
SportsAndLady
Posts: 35,632
Jan 12, 2015 11:13am
A (right now) selfish player and a guy who doesn't look like he'll ever be a "force" and right now not even playing in fourth quarters. Not going to win much with that lollike_that;1695211 wrote:They still have Kyrie and Love. .
Guys, give this team some time to gel and wait for Lebron. Gotta remember, right nows entire team is different then it was at the start of the season. This is basically training camp (or whatever the NBA's equivalent is) for these guys without the best player in the world.
The effort thing I'll give you. That's bullshit
Midstate01
Posts: 14,766
Jan 12, 2015 11:14am
Get the fuck off here and go fucking crazy in dallas!!! Go buckeyes!!!!SportsAndLady;1695287 wrote:A (right now) selfish player and a guy who doesn't look like he'll ever be a "force" and right now not even playing in fourth quarters. Not going to win much with that lol
Guys, give this team some time to gel and wait for Lebron. Gotta remember, right nows entire team is different then it was at the start of the season. This is basically training camp (or whatever the NBA's equivalent is) for these guys without the best player in the world.
The effort thing I'll give you. That's bullshit
SportsAndLady
Posts: 35,632
Jan 12, 2015 11:16am
Waiting for the women to get ready. Heading over to the stadium soon. GO BUCKSMidstate01;1695289 wrote:Get the fuck off here and go fucking crazy in dallas!!! Go buckeyes!!!!
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jan 12, 2015 11:21am
Go. Buckeyes. Go. /arnold schwarzenegger
Starts with Kyrie/Love for sure, but we have bums like Delly playing along side them.
Starts with Kyrie/Love for sure, but we have bums like Delly playing along side them.
Crimson streak
Posts: 9,002
Jan 12, 2015 11:37am
I truly think after the all star break we will see a different team. It's going to take them falling in the standings to finally realize they can't just coast and will turn it on. It's a long season its still early. No reason to panic. I still think this team will turn it around and be playing their best ball when it matters.
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Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Jan 12, 2015 12:01pm
That's what I've been saying from the start, but it doesn't mean the process doesn't suck. It's frustrating. I mean, I'm trying to sell my tickets for the Cavs/Thunder game. I should easily be able to sell them for $125 a piece on Flash Seats, but I'm getting no action on them, probably because we're sucking.Crimson streak;1695300 wrote:I truly think after the all star break we will see a different team. It's going to take them falling in the standings to finally realize they can't just coast and will turn it on. It's a long season its still early. No reason to panic. I still think this team will turn it around and be playing their best ball when it matters.
robj55
Posts: 9,511
Jan 12, 2015 12:03pm
Thompson is terrible on offense, he has no footwork, no touch, no face up game. I've never seen a big man get his dunks blocked so frequently. He is good on the glass and a decent defender.Dr. KnOiTaLL;1695279 wrote:Certainly cause for concern. I thought the purpose in bringing in some of these veterans was to add leadership, but it almost seems as if they just want to ride the coattails to another title instead of performing in their role. Marion and Miller have been terrible pretty much all season. One guy I AM impressed with is TT. About a month ago, he said that he needed to get more offensive rebounds, and he's been a monster on the offensive glass since then. Offensive rebounding is ALL about effort. Why can't everyone else bring some to the table. It's like they just expect that at some point they're going to turn it on... not with this type of play, they're not.
I'm still not overly concerned, but it is disappointing and frustrating to be a Cavs fan right now.
Midstate01
Posts: 14,766
Jan 12, 2015 12:05pm
Ugh the women. 4 hours later...SportsAndLady;1695291 wrote:Waiting for the women to get ready. Heading over to the stadium soon. GO BUCKS
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Jan 12, 2015 1:18pm
Not saying the guy is a stud on offense. Just saying that it appears he's bringing some hustle to the table, as evidenced by his offensive rebounding.robj55;1695316 wrote:Thompson is terrible on offense, he has no footwork, no touch, no face up game. I've never seen a big man get his dunks blocked so frequently. He is good on the glass and a decent defender.