Preview: Knicks at Kings
by Tom Ziller on Nov 25, 2009 12:00 PM PST
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PrintThat's low, Al Harrington. Real fricking low.
THE OPPONENT
This is going to blow your fricking mind: the Knicks defense is better than the Knicks offense.
That is more of a commentary on the dreadful shooting the Knicks have given the world this season. New York ranks 22nd in effective field goal percentage, and 24th in three-point shooting. This is particularly problematic because the Knicks have taken more threes than anyone else. A full 32 percent of New York's FGAs are threes, which is outpaced by Orlando (34 percent) but still bloody robust. And, again, bloody, considering New York hits only 31 percent of those. That's an eFG of about 46 percent on threes, which is comparable with lower echelon two-point shooting. While threes are among the most efficient shots in the game, you do need to remain fairly good at hitting them to reap the benefits.
As for New York's defense: opponents turn the ball over quite a bit against the Knicks. Larry Hughes is the only passing lane wizard on the squad, but Sacramento has shown such a propensity to turn the ball over lately that even Eddy Curry could morph into a hawk before our eyes. A frightening visage, no doubt.
Seth of Posting & Toasting is the funniest 20-year-old I've ever met, which the two exceptions being Donte Greene last year and myself at age 20. (If you can't see the joke in there, my humor is way too next level for you.)
THE KEY BATTLE
I would announce the coming conquest of Tyreke Evans over his worst DraftExpress comp (Hughes) if Evans were certain to play, but alas, he is soft. (This is the greatest: part of the Peaches crusade against Kevin Martin was that Evans was so tough that he'd play through minor things like sprains. "If it isn't broke, you play." Guess what? Sprains hurt! They limit your ability to run, stop, jump, cut and slide! Basketball requires those movements! Frequently! And basketball players -- even tough basketball players -- need to let their body heal sometimes. Sorry that Kevin Martin and Tyreke Evans and Bobby Jackson are robbing you of your $0 tickets.)
In conclusion, if Grant Napear were an actor, he'd be Peter O'TOOLe. If Grant Napear were a president, he'd be IDIOTham Lincoln. If Grant Napear were a Danish philosopher, he'd be Soren DOUCHEgaard. If Grant Napear were a game show host, he'd be Pat SaJACKASS.
THE KEY BATTLE, NON-TANGENT EDITION
Beno Udrih, meet Chris Duhon. Destroy Chris Duhon. Destroy him. (I will also accept Jason Thompson vs. Al Harrington.)
INTERESTING SIDESHOW
The Kings are 0-1 in games when free pregame buffets are provided to fans. But I've got a special feeling about this buffet. Yes, this one will beget good things. Lofty things. (Seriously, nice promo, Kings. Golf clap. If I didn't have a date with an infant and some spit-up, I'd be right there with you shovelling mashed potatoes down my throat, leaving my seat to visit the gentlemen's room at a crucial point in the game. Right there with you.)
BOLD PROCLAMATION
Eddy Curry will not feel like commiserating with Francisco Garcia over the dangerous realities of exercise balls. (Speaking of which, does anyone else think El Flaco should spend his time away from the court doing stand-up? "An Israeli soldier, Sean May and Eric Musselman walk into a bar. And then I'm like, wassup fellas? <cackle>")
NUMERIC PREDICTION
Considering the Sexy Systemic Rating System has been an abject failure in determining margins of victory, let us stick to the mainstream methods: random guesses, based on intuition and hope. Kings 124, Knick 78.
DETAILS
7 PM start (for the game and the game thread. Forreal this time). Buffet opens at 5:30. No Game Thread II tonight. Post-game thread at 9:45. Go Kings.
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Beno is doubtful, with a virus
As per Kings Twitter
by Scirocco on Nov 25, 2009 12:08 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Where the hell did we get all these soft players?
Put on your uni and get rid of that cast, KMart! You’re playing!
Rub some dirt on your wrist and get ready to start, Garcia!
Spit some dirt onto your palm (and ankle) and play through the pain, Evans!
Grab some tissue and an inhaler and start shooting, Beno!
Jeez, these players!
There can only be one Noce!
Kevin would love that
and Cisco is too busy handing out dinner plates at the Maloof’s Thanksgiving Buffet.
"If you don't have anything good to say, LIE" - Mom
So let's recap
Peaches is a tool idiot douche jackass.
Godfather of the "nice ass" movement.... the future begins now...
If Grant Napear were a basketball team,
he’d be the Denver Douche Nuggets. Hey, this is fun.
I will open a thread for the 2nd half if the traffic warrants that it be done. Threaders, the ball is in your court.
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by section214 on Nov 25, 2009 12:10 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
correction
If Grant Napear were a basketball team, he’d be the New York Knicks.
by Seth on Nov 25, 2009 12:15 PM PST up reply actions 4 recs
I feel cheated somehow.
I expected funnier after Ziller’s intro.
C’mon. Say something funnier.
The draft lottery has reinforced my belief that there are not enough bad words in the English language.
by LeaguePassAddict on Nov 25, 2009 2:25 PM PST up reply actions
You're getting warmer....
The draft lottery has reinforced my belief that there are not enough bad words in the English language.
by LeaguePassAddict on Nov 25, 2009 11:14 PM PST up reply actions
If Grant were a basketball team he'd be the Dallas MavDICKS
Ur right this is fun…
by B-RAD on Nov 25, 2009 3:31 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Thanks, Z. Saw them play the F*kers last night.
They double team super quickly and go for steals as soon as the ball reaches a player’s hands. If there’s any game that will test ’Reke and JT on passing out of double teams quickly its this one.
I agree with the predicted score but it could also go the other way, with the Knicks blowing the Kings out – if the Kings leave them wide open and they shoot like gangbusters.
Since they double team a lot, ‘Reke kicking out to a hot hand is key. I really hope all of our shooters, Noc, Beno, Cass and Ime (c’mon Ime!) practiced shooting their WIDE open threes this morning. ‘Reke dishing to JT and Spence should also be fun to watch since David Lee can’t defend both of them.
ONE MORE
IF Peaches played in a band it would TOOL. Ha!
BTW – Coach W said Tyreke looks healthy to play. (excuse the linkless fan shot – sorry ’bout that)
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
If Grant Napear were food,
he’d be Jerk Chicken.
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by section214 on Nov 25, 2009 12:19 PM PST up reply actions 3 recs
If Peaches were food...
I’d have food poisoning!
Purveyor of Bull Plop
So, You've been eating Peaches, the fruit right?
"If you don't have anything good to say, LIE" - Mom
His band
would actually be GARBAGE (female lead singer suits him better IMO).
I’d put $5 in the pot for someone to present him with this – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqLgyvX7duw
Kings - 2011/2012 Champions
by SkylineFanatic on Nov 25, 2009 12:28 PM PST up reply actions
Beno is out with virus
via Twitter.
Hope
by Ultrakingsfan on Nov 25, 2009 1:30 PM PST up reply actions
You suck a clever what?
... Now let me show you why they call me the Velour Fog...
by tomroadrunner on Nov 25, 2009 2:22 PM PST up reply actions
If Peaches were a Sesame Street puppet...
He’d be SOFTaleupagus…and he’d be kicking it with the Grouch due to his positive outlook on things.
by adamsite on Nov 25, 2009 12:44 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
If he were a Star Trek character...
He’d be Jean-Luc PRICKcard.
by adamsite on Nov 25, 2009 12:48 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Star Wars?
Douche Vader
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
by JETisKing on Nov 25, 2009 12:49 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Rookie projects?
Hasheem Twatbeet.
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by section214 on Nov 25, 2009 12:50 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
Original Star Trek?
Captain James T. Jerk.
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
by JETisKing on Nov 25, 2009 12:50 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Personality disorders?
ASSburger’s syndrome.
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
by JETisKing on Nov 25, 2009 12:53 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Middle Eastern Snack?
FAILafel.
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
by JETisKing on Nov 25, 2009 12:59 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Going tonight...
pray the Kings don’t F it up. Interesting to see how David Lee does against Hawes (and vice versa). Unfortunately, my money is on Lee.
Purveyor of Bull Plop
I would rather see Noce and Donté on DLee and Omri on Wilson Chandler
DLee will outquick, out position and out muscle the taller but slower Hawes around the bucket.. He is a better match up with J (I can’t stop holding my head when they blow the whistle) T. Scratch that – Mancakes on DLee should be the match up of the night.
by betweentheeyes on Nov 25, 2009 2:53 PM PST up reply actions
This is the picture I think of when you mention Eddy Curry may morph into a hawk before our eyes
by betweentheeyes on Nov 25, 2009 1:04 PM PST reply actions 3 recs
oh I really shouldn't play the insult game, but in the mood of the current holiday..... If Peaches were a Thanksgiving dish
He would be TurdSucken*
*(I miss Madden on these Thanksgiving sitting-around-the-tube-rubbing-my-belly-and-wondering-why-I-am-overeating days)
by betweentheeyes on Nov 26, 2009 3:57 PM PST up reply actions
The absolute best...if peaches were a histrocial character...
He’d be Useless S. Grant…wearing his New York Football Giants Blue.
by adamsite on Nov 25, 2009 1:05 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
I say, I say, I say +1 boy!
Purveyor of Bull Plop
on the game evaluation part of the thread - I am surprised you are focused on Beno
This is a fast paced team who tempo up to cause turnovers and fast break baskets.
This is a game plan scripted for Sergio Rodriguez. I expect him to flourish tonight.
The Knicks will also drive the lane alot – BOLD PREDICTION redux: Spencer Hawes to get 7 blocks tonight – and not one less.
A few things I'd like to see
More help defense, more doubling the ball, more Udoka, more running, more bodies going to get defensive boards and more three-point shots.
We’re very slow to rotate lately on defense, particularly in the lane. Yes, Spencer, I am talking about you. This needs to improve or we’re going to go through a lot more long nights.
We get a lot of steals when we double, particularly with Udoka in the game. And that gets our transition game going, and we’re pretty decent when we get shots in transition.
When we were playing well, we had 3-4 bodies converging on defensive rebounds. I’m not seeing enough of that lately.
On the three-pointers, we have some guys who can shoot it from long range. We’re ninth in 3-point field goal percentage, bot only 19th in attempts. Let’s work the clock a bit, get the ball around the horn, make teams defend us. Making some threes can also open up things down low.
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 1:20 PM PST reply actions
A trend to end
We’ve given up more points to each successive opponent for five straight games..
When we’ve been winning, we’ve been outscoring teams about 108-101 on average. When we lose, you can just about turn those two numbers around.
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 1:28 PM PST reply actions
Further trend to end.
We’ve been outscored by our opponents 4 consecutive games.
Fun fact: the Kings are 5-0 in games where they outscore the opposition.
by unfair weather on Nov 25, 2009 1:38 PM PST up reply actions
say it ain't so!!!
So imitate the action of the tiger!.
Lend the eye a terrible aspect
- and teach them how to war!
Henry V iii
by lietothegirls on Nov 25, 2009 3:13 PM PST up reply actions
If Peaches were a basketball player
He would be Jerk Notwitzki
by Carl on Nov 25, 2009 2:00 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
If he were a coach
He would be Dick Idlebrain.
by Carl on Nov 25, 2009 2:03 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
If he were a shooter
He would be Peja Stoyakobitch
by Carl on Nov 25, 2009 2:04 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
If he were a 6th man
He would be Booby Jackass
by Carl on Nov 25, 2009 2:05 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
If he were a football player
He would be Dick Buttkiss
by Carl on Nov 25, 2009 2:07 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
If were a Sactown Royalty member
His name would be poopeyguru.
by Carl on Nov 25, 2009 2:12 PM PST reply actions 13 recs
My comment of the week right here.
Father of the "Natt this!" movement and Grandmaster of the "Never let AnotherStupidSN forget what a Sham-Wow is" Order.
No mistakes in the tango, darling. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
Oh, hes in the laegue two and Jayson Thomson and that Boggins dude on Milwokee, and Occur for the Jizz. Its a talented laegue.--Kfan in Korea
If he was in a CS Lewis novel
He’d be Assclown the Lion.
None of these are funny, but I could do this all day.
Please don't.
... Now let me show you why they call me the Velour Fog...
by tomroadrunner on Nov 25, 2009 2:26 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
If he were a mystical golfer
He’d be The Legend of Teabagger Vance
by Carl on Nov 25, 2009 2:15 PM PST reply actions 4 recs
If he was a football team he would be the Raiders
Sloppy, Always on the defense(of his own character) and and only known because of his antics.
Judgment day is coming!
That's pretty low but I'm down with it. Raiders and Peaches deserve each other.
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
Kevin Martin is Soft
Just face it. I love his game, but he’s soft. In the two seasons from 07-09, Martin missed over 50 games. Over 50 games in two seasons. Get over it Ziller, that’s soft. If you’d rather use other words like “breakable,” “weak,” or “injury prone,” go ahead. I don’t care what you call it, but missing that many games is a significant problem. Tyreke is much less likely to miss a combined 50+ games in two seasons.
Ailene Voisin is wack and hearts Rubio
We all agree
Kevin Martin is soft! No doubt about it
Godfather of the "nice ass" movement.... the future begins now...
Bamboozeld is a tool
Just face it. I love his posts, but he’s a tool. In the five months from June to November 2009, Bamboozled missed over 50 posts. Over 50 posts in five months. Get over it Ziller, that’s soft. If you’d rather use other words like “ignorant,” “weak,” or “moronic,” go ahead. I don’t care what you call it, but missing that many posts is a significant problem. Edm7 is much less likely to miss a combined 50+ games in two seasons.
(Not for nothing, but Dwyane Wade missed 62 games over a two year period, so I guess that he’s soft, too.)
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by section214 on Nov 25, 2009 4:19 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
dwyane wade??!!
That’s another softie for you section. Kevin martin + dwyane wade = Charmin soft.
And thanks for the props. I post even when I have broken wrists. That’s what real men do
Godfather of the "nice ass" movement.... the future begins now...
by edm7 on Nov 25, 2009 4:35 PM PST via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
He was bamboozeld all right
He thought he was getting the good brain but he got Abby Normal’s instead.
So imitate the action of the tiger!.
Lend the eye a terrible aspect
- and teach them how to war!
Henry V iii
by lietothegirls on Nov 25, 2009 4:50 PM PST up reply actions
Nice try, Ailene
Next time it might work better if you at least get the heading right when accusing someone else of being drunk.
Fail.
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I feel the love for peaches.
If the maloofs really want attendance to pick up, they offer kick peaches in the crotch day. I guarantee the best attendance in the NBA!
by BearKing on Nov 25, 2009 3:26 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Maybe it could be the grand finale
at the end of the buffet.
Come on out to Arco for a buffet and kick Peaches in trhe crotch.
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 4:51 PM PST up reply actions
Golden State
beat the Mavericks with six players, including three who played all 48 minutes.
If we only had six players tonight and three had to play all 48 minutes, who would you choose?
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 4:54 PM PST reply actions
Kobe, LeBron and Dwight Howard
Oh, you mean on our roster? Rats.
OK, excluding Martin and Garcia because they are hurt, I would go with ’Reke, JT and Hawes. My thinking(?) here is that they are the hardest guyst to replace on the current roster. I would love to run Omri in there for 48, but we have Noc and Greene to give minutes there. Beno and Sergio can both give minutes at the point.
SACTOWN ROYALTY - Try our thick creamy shakes!
What are you thinking? JT can't last 48 minutes without fouling out.
"If you don't have anything good to say, LIE" - Mom
'Reke, Cisco and Kevin.
Now: ’Reke, Noc and JT.
I dunno…it also depends on the other team for match ups.
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
Lol
at the thought of JT playing 48 mins and not fouling out. It will be great though when he can do that if needed.
Right! This is in a perfect world of course where JT never gets in foul trouble.
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
That's why I put him in my rotation
of guys NOT to play 48 minutes.
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 6:14 PM PST up reply actions
Thought about it
and I think I’d go with Tyreke, Beno or Sergio and Casspi for the full 48 and JT, Brockman and Udoka for the other three slots. That means Casspi would be playing some 4.
I didn’t consider the guys who are hurt, but if they were around I’d play Kevin for the full 48 instead of my Beno or Sergio spot.
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 5:32 PM PST up reply actions
if peaches were a Rob Schneider movie...
he’d be Douche Bagalow.
Who wants to bet Brockman
gets some real minutes tonight?
So imitate the action of the tiger!.
Lend the eye a terrible aspect
- and teach them how to war!
Henry V iii
Yes, excellent
So imitate the action of the tiger!.
Lend the eye a terrible aspect
- and teach them how to war!
Henry V iii
by lietothegirls on Nov 25, 2009 5:11 PM PST up reply actions
Tables, Ladders and Chairs.
So looking forward to Brockman vs. Lee.
Coaches, make it happen!
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
All Brockman has to do
is think, “So you’re the sonofabitch who took my four inches!”
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 5:35 PM PST up reply actions
Haha. It's that or pretend Lee's a pancake...a 6'9" buttery pancake with extra syrup.
33 Wins. Yeah, I said it.
Or he could pretend Lee said this.
“Pancakes are for losers. Winners eat crepes.”
There can only be one Noce!
Let's put the over/under at 15 minutes.
I say slightly over.
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 5:47 PM PST up reply actions
If Brockman gets more than 20 minutes
Watch for the fantasy alerts. :)
"The basis for winning an NBA title is having a superstar in his prime. Not an all-star, or a bunch of all-stars, but a superstar."
by coolcatreportdotcom on Nov 25, 2009 5:48 PM PST up reply actions
If Peaches was a...
Basketball player he would be Tinsley, a complete tool, and Casspi would be kicking his ass on the court for holding onto him
Mybe JT will play the point
cause he is to soft to play the post, lol
Look for JT to have a big weekend Mom and Pop are in Sac town
We may be back to one game thread -
Mrs. section214 has apparently made dinner plans for us this evening. I…just…hate…her…so…much…
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Dinner over the Kings? MADNESS.
"Are you tryin to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?"
by Scott Coleman on Nov 25, 2009 6:58 PM PST up reply actions
“Anarchy!” “Anarchy!” “Anarchy!”
I’d post a pic of the kids from Talladega Nights, but searching Photobucket is a joke.
"Are you tryin to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?"
by Scott Coleman on Nov 25, 2009 7:10 PM PST up reply actions
My parents are in town for the holiday.
They came over to watch the game at my house.
That’s right. It’s genetic.
The draft lottery has reinforced my belief that there are not enough bad words in the English language.
by LeaguePassAddict on Nov 25, 2009 11:17 PM PST up reply actions
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