Preview: Bulls at Kings
by Tom Ziller on Nov 27, 2010 12:00 PM PST
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STARTING LINEUPS & INJURIES
The Kings will likely again start Luther Head, Tyreke Evans, Donte Greene, Carl Landry and Samuel Dalembert. Everyone should be available, although Francisco Garcia was not available on Thursday.
The Bulls, who lost last night in Denver after winning a double-OT game in Phoenix Wednesday, usually roll with Derrick Rose, Keith Bogans, Luol Deng, Taj Gibson and Joakim Noah. Rose missed Friday's game with a sore neck, but should be in action tonight. Off the bench, the Bulls bring Kyle Korver, Ronnie Brewer, C.J. Watson, Omer Asik and James Johnson.
SCOUTING REPORT
Please do check out HighTops' scouting report in the FanPosts.
The Bulls, despite the loss of Carlos Boozer in preseason, are sitting pretty in the No. 3 spot in the East, just ahead of Atlanta and Miami. Led by new coach Tom Thibodeau, they've done well by focusing on (surprise!) defense, currently sitting at ninth in the league. The offense hasn't been too shabby either (17th) considering a roster lacking in firepower due to Boozer's absence; Rose is the only real creator here, and while Deng can score and Korver can shoot, so much is left to Rose. Thankfully for Chicago, he's excelled early this season. Without that, the Bulls wouldn't be where they are.
The Bulls' shot defense is solid, and its only real defensive weakness is that the team (mostly Gibson and the bench bigs) fouls a bit much. On offense, it's all about the offensive boards for Chicago, with both Noah (an amazing rebounder) and Gibson doing damage there. Korver is the only deadly threat from long-range, but Deng and Rose are fantastic mid-range shooters, too.
Dalembert is going to have plenty of opportunities to swat back Rose. Also, he is going to have plenty of opportunities to goaltend, or foul Rose. We'll see which way the cookie disintegrates.
Attacking Noah isn't always the best plan of action -- he and Gibson block shots at a decent clip, and Noah doesn't foul. As such, attacking Gibson with Landry and leaving Noah on the weakside might be smarter. Of course, getting the rock to Landry PERIOD is smarter than what the Kings have been doing. Brewer and Rose play the passing lanes very well, which means they'll get some easy steals against the Kings should the Kings remain completely unfocused. Deng is a lot stronger than Greene, so there's some worry the Bulls will attempt to expose that; in that case, Paul Westphal may actually have no option better than slotting Jason Thompson some minutes there.
When Chicago goes to its bench, the Kings have to make a push. Rose and Noah are so much better than their replacements that Sacramento's only hope is to make up ground (or push a lead) then.
MATCHUP OF THE GAME
Head/Evans vs. Rose/Bogans. Evans and Rose won't likely match up much -- Bogans is in there to defend for Thibodeau, so he'll be guarding Reke while Head will almost assuredly take on Rose. But each team counts on its lead guard to provide the spark on offense. Rose has been accomplishing that. Evans? Not so much. I'd be willing to wager that the first guard to 20 will tell us which team wins. (If Bogans is the first guard to 20, I'm going to cry.)
PLAYER TO WATCH
Carl Landry. Get him the ball. Frequently. Watch him score. Frequently.
DETAILS
7 PM on Comcast SportsNet, WGN (for you unfortunate Dish Network souls) and KHTK 1140 AM. Also, good tickets available for cheap.
The posting for Day No. 2 of the StR Book Giveaway Game will be up around 1:30 PM. I'll add the link here when it's up. Odds for the game unavailable early Saturday morning. No Giveaway Game entry today -- it's 4:30 and still no odds. Blargh.
Game threads at 7 and 8:30. Let's go Kings.
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Go Kings!!!
Time to start a winning streak.
by Kenneth256 on Nov 27, 2010 12:19 PM PST via mobile reply actions
There is much for this Kings team to dispair. To win they must repair - their downtrodden attitudes to start
Every game is winnable at this level. If this team displays pride, grit and unwillingness to back down it would be a win in my book.
It often comes down to attitude and energy – let’s see what these guys are made of.
by betweentheeyes on Nov 27, 2010 12:21 PM PST reply actions
Are we even sure Carl's going to start, or play?
He sat out practice yesterday with a sore back, and Westphal said he’d be probable for today. If he plays, would he still start?
In these times, you have to be an optimist to open your eyes when you awake in the morning.
~Carl Sandburg
Wow
Tough match up today. It would just be nice to see some energy and teamwork.
I’ll be happy if they show some desire to even be on the court, as early games are usually pretty ugly by this team.
I was uncool before it was cool
i was checking out mock drafts already for next year
that Kyrie Irving for duke, he looks really good hes a point guard
If Derrick Rose doesnt play, we better not breathe in a huge sigh of relief...
The Nuggets almost learned that last night, as CJ Watson tore apart their defense down the stretch; however, Melo saved the day for Denver.
Watson did put up 40 against us when he was with the Nellie-Warriors. Watson’s speed probably wouldn’t be a good match for Tyreke’s foot problems or Beno’s lack of defense. If Watson starts, I expect Head to guard him pretty much throughout, with some Jeter mixed in.
"Morrison beats Casspi 1 on 1". - MarcusC
Freaking epic.
GET HEALTHY REKE! PLEASE!!!
"Cousins is the Blaster to Evans’ Master, the Hammer to Evans’ Sickle"- HP
by tomroadrunner on Nov 27, 2010 1:19 PM PST up reply actions
I've watched this video before, and still wonder how Reke fades less back then than now.
The defenders are bigger now-a-days, sure, but he fades AT ALL TIMES. It’s so confounding.
" 1 + 1 = 3 " - David Kahn
Go Kings!
And boo to Dish network! Boo!!
"You can have the knowledge that a tomato is a fruit, but it takes wisdom not to put it in a fruit salad." Jerry Reynolds
As a mostly unrelated note
Jeff Teague was a DNPCD against the Knicks today. Still not any fire, but at least a little bit more smoke.
Hmmm
Interesting…..
There are some guys smarter than me, some guys better looking, I take comfort in the fact that there is no guy that is both.
After checking around a bit I was wondering
Have any of you inside guys confirmed status of JT Landry or Sammy for tonights game?
There are some guys smarter than me, some guys better looking, I take comfort in the fact that there is no guy that is both.
More maybe-maybe-not
Atlanta Journal-Constitution quotes Drew as basically saying Teague’s playing time is up in the air as the Hawks are shortening their rotation. Against the Wizards he was a garbage-time sub in a twenty-point win, with Bibby and the two Crawfords splitting time at the one (Peachtree Hoops).
Breaking NEWS...Westphal suffers from jugglin-lineuporosis...season is over..
this season is over. Westphal, which many beleive suffers from acute illness called Jugglin-lineuporisis. He has show no improvement in the face of this deadly disease. He is on a pace to produce the most lineup changes (in first 2yrs) in the history of the game. There is no cure for this illness. lets hope for the better of the coach. Recently he has been given a antidote called defensiveine to help slow down the illness. we will sit back and see the results.
Mayday, Mayday. SIR, PETRIE, SIR,"we need capable shooters at 23ft 9inches, the enemy is approaching, SIR". Radio goes silence......... "Sir, DO YOU COPY".
Don't think its working
Heard him hummin’ gettin Jiggy wit it as he was walking down the hall filling out a probable LU card..
That defensiveine is a bitter pill to swallow.
There are some guys smarter than me, some guys better looking, I take comfort in the fact that there is no guy that is both.
I would like to see a well played 48 minute game.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
I just want a game
where not a single urge to kill myself occurs
There are some guys smarter than me, some guys better looking, I take comfort in the fact that there is no guy that is both.
by ElRonToro on Nov 27, 2010 2:42 PM PST up reply actions 4 recs
With this team?
“Good Luck”
Sometimes i think to myself, "why do i root for this team?" then i read the comments about the team by the "fans" and i realize, i root for the team because i add some intelligence to the fan base.
by JZiadeh on Nov 27, 2010 2:43 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
I could ask Carl to shoot me from the Free Throw line
or JT or Sammy from 2 feet. Then I’d be pretty safe.
There are some guys smarter than me, some guys better looking, I take comfort in the fact that there is no guy that is both.
I'm not expecting shut down defense. That isn't realistic with this group.
I do think a flowing ball movement game is realistic and these young players just aren’t savvy enough to pull it off. Frustrating times indeed, Elron.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
I'd prefer everybody running around in circles
compared to this no-motion offense we run. Correct me if I’m wrong but in basketball isn’t it good to have player and/or ball motion? Right now I would settle for Pw to pick one of the 2 and have them do that.
There are some guys smarter than me, some guys better looking, I take comfort in the fact that there is no guy that is both.
Who says PW doesn't want it too?
These players have to go out & do it. What power does PW really have to get them to do this? Take them out, and that isn’t making fans any happier Elron.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
rec'd
Because I feel the same way and I’m sick of buying new remotes after I shatter them against the wall
You should keep a nerf ball next to you when you're watching the game.
Or several.
"If you're going to lead the orchestra, you have to turn your back on the audience." -Geoff Petrie
by AnotherStupidSN on Nov 27, 2010 4:10 PM PST up reply actions
Except that cats ruin everything.
"If you're going to lead the orchestra, you have to turn your back on the audience." -Geoff Petrie
by AnotherStupidSN on Nov 27, 2010 6:02 PM PST up reply actions
For christmas last year, my brother made me a video copy of the Kings winter miracle....
The thought did cross my mind to put the DVD in instead of watching the live game, but then I remembered that we don’t have Brockman any more.
Darnell has been great but is anyone missing that endless motor son of a bitch Brockman yet?
Seems like the kind of guy we need to get out of this funk.
How do you present odds for a potential 25 pt loss for the home team?
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
It is kings +4
It prob. should be +14….so this means Kings will prob. win outright…
Lets Go Kings!!
I’ll be watching this game while drinking a nice cool Pepsi (not old enough to drink alcohol) but if it turns into a 40pt blowout, i just might have to start.
Sometimes i think to myself, "why do i root for this team?" then i read the comments about the team by the "fans" and i realize, i root for the team because i add some intelligence to the fan base.
I hear the youngsters usually start with Jello shots these days.
If we are shooting bad, I’d choose Wild Strawberry as a flavor.
And stay away from my Granddaughter. Harumphh!
There are some guys smarter than me, some guys better looking, I take comfort in the fact that there is no guy that is both.
From Blog a Bull
Sactown Royalty is the worst.
Teams without Chapu lost 1173 games during the 2009-’10 season.
by chapuforyou on Nov 27, 2010 11:34 AM PST reply actions
Sometimes i think to myself, "why do i root for this team?" then i read the comments about the team by the "fans" and i realize, i root for the team because i add some intelligence to the fan base.
We don't miss Chapu either.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
I can't do anything but laugh
that guy HAS to be Chapu himself. There’s no way ANY fan can be THAT loyal! It’s not bordering on insanity, it IS insanity.
I don't think it's Noc.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
I do think it's one of Noc's cousins who happens to live in Milwaukee.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
Andres Brocioni?
SACTOWN ROYALTY - Try our thick creamy shakes!
by section214 on Nov 27, 2010 5:18 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
You win. As usual.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
I'll be at the game tonight.
Let’s go Kings (please don’t be as bad as you were against the Clippers)!
A lonely Kings fan in a sea of gold and purple...
Have fun JC.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
I hope Tyreke plays.
He was injured in all the games I went to last year and my wife and I never got to see him play in person.
I’m dreading hearing this after we show up:
“Tyreke Evans is unavailable for tonight’s game due to apathy.”
A lonely Kings fan in a sea of gold and purple...
LOL JC. Hopefully tonight you won't be lonely.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
Don't worry about Deng's post-up game
it’s almost as good as my post-up game. [I’m not a good basketball player, if that needed explaining.] I doubt Greene will get overpowered by Luol.
Good luck, guys. … I hope Evans doesn’t suck like he’s been doing the whole season.
The Miami Heat: Like ants and a magnifying glass. ... OH NO! CHRIS BOSH’S BEAUTIFUL FACE!!!!!!!!
No Giveaway Game entry
Still no odds for the game. I’m guessing it’s due to uncertainty about Rose’s status. FWIW, Sam Smith has tweeted that Rose looks like a go.
not quite sure how to read the betting line
but Vegas.com has the Bulls as a favorite by 2 1/2
again not quite sure if this is accurate
Sometimes i think to myself, "why do i root for this team?" then i read the comments about the team by the "fans" and i realize, i root for the team because i add some intelligence to the fan base.
Im sure we will win.
Im locked in to dish , so its good old G-man on the radio for me . GO KINGS !!!!!
You don't have WGN on Dish?
"You can have the knowledge that a tomato is a fruit, but it takes wisdom not to put it in a fruit salad." Jerry Reynolds
Cisco got the Yellow Fever?
SacramentoKings
UC Davis Health System Injury Update: JT replacing Landry in starting lineup tonight, Landry will still play. Cisco out with virus. #SACCHI
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Anyone else just a little bit apprehensive about the impending "Absolut Bloody Hour"?
I’ve been watching it draw ever nearer these past few days on the various countdown clocks splattered around Sactown Royalty, assuming at first that it was referencing a pleasant Sunday brunch, but I’m beginning to worry. What if there will actually be a terrible 60-minute bloodbath at the hands of the Swedes? What I’d really like to know is, how widespread are these “Countdown” clocks? Is the warning (and therefore, the actual bloodbath) directed only at readers of Sactown Royalty? What did Ziller do to damn all of us with the violent wrath of Sweden?
"If you're going to lead the orchestra, you have to turn your back on the audience." -Geoff Petrie
by AnotherStupidSN on Nov 27, 2010 6:17 PM PST reply actions
Absolut Vodka -
Enhance Your Experience.
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by section214 on Nov 27, 2010 6:54 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
That's about the only way to enhance my Kings experience these days.
"If you're going to lead the orchestra, you have to turn your back on the audience." -Geoff Petrie
by AnotherStupidSN on Nov 27, 2010 6:57 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Good.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985...... On Twitter
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. 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.....
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