Blazers vs Los Angeles Clippers
It has not been smooth sailing in Portland. The Blazers have lost 12 of their last 13 games. Darius Miles starts a 2 game suspension tonight. Derek is still battling with his teeth. Luckily, Zach is back but will likely come off the bench. In fact, it is seeming that Zach will continue to come off the bench-at least according to Jason Quick:
The Blazers only won one game in Zach's absence. How can he be hurting this team?
Quick's take:"I think the loudest statement right now is being made by coach Cheeks, and he said that Zach Randolph will not be in the starting lineup, and it doesn't matter if he's 100% or not."
Source:Oregonlive.com "Quick's Take"
*more tidbits here! check it out*
With guys coming in and out of the lineup as if there were a revolving door, it's no wonder that a rhythm hasn't been found. Tonight we will see Pryzbilla, Theo, Ruben, Nick and Damon once again. In fact, this may be the lineup that Cheeks uses the rest of the season. I LIKE IT!
The Clips have been on a bit of a tear. They haven't won in the Rose Garden in nearly 6 years. I don't put much stock into that but I do think the Blazers stand a good chance tonight. A guy to watch will be Rick Brunson. Ex Blazers seem to always come back to haunt us. I think our defense will be good. If the guys support Cheek's decision to suspend Darius Miles, then they will play an energy game. If they don't, we may have a problem. I have a feeling they support the coach on this one.
Defense will be key against Elton Brand who has 8 straight double doubles and Maggette who just seems to enjoy burning us. The Blazers have hopefully been practicing their free throws! I'm looking forward to a good game. I hate to say it but having Darius and DA out will ease the PT burden and that should provide a chance for Zach to find a rhythm with the new line up. I can't help but wonder how he will react to coming off the bench. Stay tuned.
Game Preview
UPDATE: Blazers Win! It was ugly but they pulled it off. Good job on free throws guys! Mind those turnovers!
Box Score
Ruben pumpin' up the crowd.
OK, it's just funny!
Get that thing outta here! 7 blocks for the Rattler!
5 guys in double digits and 2 with double doubles.
Improvement!
Blazers Win!
GO BLAZERS!
The Blazers only won one game in Zach's absence. How can he be hurting this team?
Quick's take:"I think the loudest statement right now is being made by coach Cheeks, and he said that Zach Randolph will not be in the starting lineup, and it doesn't matter if he's 100% or not."
Source:Oregonlive.com "Quick's Take"
*more tidbits here! check it out*
With guys coming in and out of the lineup as if there were a revolving door, it's no wonder that a rhythm hasn't been found. Tonight we will see Pryzbilla, Theo, Ruben, Nick and Damon once again. In fact, this may be the lineup that Cheeks uses the rest of the season. I LIKE IT!
The Clips have been on a bit of a tear. They haven't won in the Rose Garden in nearly 6 years. I don't put much stock into that but I do think the Blazers stand a good chance tonight. A guy to watch will be Rick Brunson. Ex Blazers seem to always come back to haunt us. I think our defense will be good. If the guys support Cheek's decision to suspend Darius Miles, then they will play an energy game. If they don't, we may have a problem. I have a feeling they support the coach on this one.
Defense will be key against Elton Brand who has 8 straight double doubles and Maggette who just seems to enjoy burning us. The Blazers have hopefully been practicing their free throws! I'm looking forward to a good game. I hate to say it but having Darius and DA out will ease the PT burden and that should provide a chance for Zach to find a rhythm with the new line up. I can't help but wonder how he will react to coming off the bench. Stay tuned.
Game Preview
UPDATE: Blazers Win! It was ugly but they pulled it off. Good job on free throws guys! Mind those turnovers!
Box Score
Ruben pumpin' up the crowd.
OK, it's just funny!
Get that thing outta here! 7 blocks for the Rattler!
5 guys in double digits and 2 with double doubles.
Improvement!
Blazers Win!
GO BLAZERS!
posted by KJM at 3:58 PM
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