Moving on...
by Jordan Sams on Apr 20, 2009 6:09 PM PDT
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A full 24 hours have passed since the magic that was game one, and it's time to address some of the hot topics before delving into game two.
Andre Iguodala
I love me some Iggy! Like I said in my recap, even prior to his dagger over Turkoglu, Andre played a near perfect game. He has officially redeemed himself for his awful showing in last year's playoffs. Against the Pistons he shot a collective 33 percent for the series, and I think it's safe to say he will not repeat that performance.
There are two questions/concerns I have regarding Iguodala for the rest of the series.
1. Will he be consistent?
2. How will his game-winner affect him?
Will he be consistent? I don't see why not. Unlike last year, he won't have Tayshaun Prince glued to him for an entire series. I saw zero evidence that there is anyone on Orlando's roster who can hang with him off the dribble. He simply has to "bring it" every night and he'll be fine. I also think he benefited greatly from the three days off.
Will the game-winner go to his head? This one scares me a little. Iguodala has hit numerous monster shots this season, and you could argue that his buzzer-beater in LA was as big as any. It seems like a matter of time before Iguodala gets carried away with his new-found clutchness. History has shown that Iguodala is unfazed by previous game-winners, so hopefully this one is no different.
Ultimately I think Iguodala will continue to impress, and I can't wait to see what he does for an encore.
Did the Sixers win the game or did the Magic lose it?
This is one of the dumbest sports arguments of all-time. In any sporting event, ever, you can make a case either way. The simple answer is -- both.
However; here's my counter to everyone's argument that the Magic gave the game away.
Did the Rockets "give the game away" when they blew a fourth quarter lead to the Sixers in Houston?
Did the Blazers "give the game away" when they lost an overtime game to the Sixers in Portland?
Did the Lakers "give the game away" when they blew a fourth quarter lead to the Sixers in Los Angeles?
Look at these home records: 32-9, 33-8, 39-2, 34-7 and 36-5.
What do they all have in common? Those five teams (Magic, Rockets, Blazers, Cavs and Lakers) have all lost a home game to the Sixers. They are a collective 174-31 at home, yet 2-5 against the Sixers. Luck or skill? You make the call.
For me, the answer is a combination of three things: Donny-Ice, heart and Andre Iguodala. Please don't tell me the Magic gave this game away again.
Do the Sixers have a realistic chance in this series?
In short, yes. They must stick with the game-plan by allowing Dwight to average 30-15 and prevent the three-ball. Andre Iguodala must continue to play his butt off, and DiLeo needs to play Donny-Ice until his legs fall off.
There's no need to become complacent with a split. The Sixers need to go for the jugular Wednesday night. Returning to Philadelphia with a 2-0 series lead would all but bury the Magic.
I can't wait to see what happens next.
"YESSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!! OH YESSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!"
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this year, it's gonna happen
last year, most realistic Sixer fans knew we didn’t have the ammo to stay with Detroit.
but this year, with Iggy really asserting himself and Donyell hitting 3’s, we can make it past the 1st round.
what got overlooked in yesterday’s win: Philly’s perimeter defense was solid in the 4th Q. we’ll need more of that to move on.
Philly's perimeter defense was good all game.
And yeah, this series has a much different feel than last year.
Agreed
If we just keep on defending them like we did yesterday I think we have a good chance of winning this series, because Hedo is not going to be able to keep up with Iggy with his bum ankle.
A W's a W
Actually, I didn’t think the Magic were playing like world-beaters prior to the 4th quarter blown lead. I could feel the momentum shifting in the Sixers favor with just one Marshall 3 and I though SVG panicked a bit, too. Teams often take on the personality or mood of their coach and I believe he felt the swing. It was hard not to.
The Sixers came out playing strong, though, and then started to stink on offense in the 3rd qtr (even late in the 2nd), which is their major sticking point. Can they remain consistent offensively? Will we see Marshall only when we are down 18 pts?
Completely agree with this statement.
I could feel the momentum shifting in the Sixers favor with just one Marshall 3 and I though SVG panicked a bit, too.
As long as this happens — Donny-Ice >M16/Reggie — we’ll be fine.
I think Donny should only be used in the fourth quarter when we are down.
He is old for a player, and , well, he`s not fast.
But when he is playing full of energy, opponents better be grinding against him to stop his three pointers. He can hit a three pointer at any time, anywhere on the perimeter. Also, when he has energy he can also get some good rebounds….and he even got a steal here and there in prior games.
He is certainly a fourth quarter role player, and Dileo should be careful not to wear the man out. He will be quite valuable to this team going down the stretch.
The Sixers won the first quarter and the fourth quarter
so that equals and even game and they won on a buzzer beater. The Sixers need to think one thing for the rest of the series, penetrate, penetrate, penetrate. Whether it’s Iggy, Williams or Thad. Look, Superman isn’t a world beater on the low-post. Let Sammy play him straight up, use his six fouls and take your chances.
great research about previous games won on the road
love that… some actual facts to bring into the (uselss?) discussions about who won/lost
One thing about last second-shots
I love what Iggy has done but let’s not forget we have a more-than-reliable second option in Andre Miller, who hit a lot of shots in crunch time, not only this year. LW would be third, I would be confortable with him taking a (good) shot at the end of the game.
So in case Iggy is double teamed, which is likely in a similar situation, I hope he will be able to recognize the situation on the floor and, eventually, dish to the open team mate, and not force a 1-vs-3 shot
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by Ricky - Sixers4guidos on Apr 21, 2009 5:49 AM PDT reply actions
Will you ban me...
if this Celtic fan calls him Iggy too? ;)
Seriously though, I’m loving the development I’m seeing over there.
Go 76ers :D
- Dirk 'DaarisDirk' van Boxtel
Anyone who calls him iggy should be banned – he hates that nickname :)
"Someone created the box score," Morey says, "and he should be shot."
Blocked shots — they look great, but unless you secure the ball afterward, you haven’t helped your team all that much.
by jemagee on Apr 21, 2009 10:21 AM PDT up reply actions
screw what he hates
i’m calling him Iggy and he’s gonna like it
I agree.
Unless he comes out and says I want to be called (nickname) than it’s Iggy.
by Jordan Sams on Apr 21, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions
No ban kind sir.
Gimme some inside info dude. Is KG coming back or what?
by Jordan Sams on Apr 22, 2009 12:41 AM PDT up reply actions
Noone knows.
Honestly, with our trusty benchman Powe out for the season, I wouldn’t put it beyond him to risk further injury to help out his crew. If they’re wise, they won’t let him. Thing is, he would be rusty. Definitely very rusty.
But again; I would still see him come back in at some point to save the day, if we don’t get knocked out by the Bullies in this first round that is.
If he returns, it’s for just a few minutes for just a few games. If I’m to believe what we heard, he can’t play much longer than that.
- Dirk 'DaarisDirk' van Boxtel
Of Course a Team Loses the Game
And one Wins. Magic got suckered Punched for not putting the boot on the jugular and well, we will have to see how it goes down tonight, I just hope for the health of both teams as bodies are hitting the floor, Powe now Mutombo Done.
By the way ,If the Magic All Pay like they have hatchet wounds between their legs Well then I can only say Congrats to the Sixers fans, time to see what theses guys are made of.
good Luck
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by I blocked Patrick Chewing on Apr 22, 2009 1:22 AM PDT reply actions
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