Wizard Goes to Cavaliers

Antawn Jamison being traded from the Wizards to the Cavaliers will give the Cavaliers that much-needed scoring lift that they need from the forward position. Although Anderson Varejao is a great high-energy player, his offensive skill set is lacking...

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Early Prediction For the 2009-10 NBA Season

Posted On November 1, 2009

The 2009-2010 NBA season is underway and judging from the past week's games, I can already see the final two..

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Celtics Lose in California: Must Be the Water

Posted On December 28, 2009

The Boston Celtics have had a grueling two days. After beating the Magic on Christmas Day, they come to California and may have got caught up in the relaxing atmosphere..

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NBA Finals 2009: Game 3 Pre-Game Analysis

Posted: 5:27 PM
Phil Jackson,Lakers,WizardWill the White Wizard, Phil Jackson, continue his strategic dominance in the realm of the Magic?

Although Phil Jackson has mapped out the better game plan in the two previous games, I have to give Stan Van Gundy, the Mage of the Magic, credit for making a great play call to free up Courtney Lee for the lob to potentially win the game at the end of the fourth quarter.

Game 3 Analysis:

Will we see the marquee match-ups that we have been anticipating since this series began? The answer to this question rests solely in the disposition of the refereeing core. If the referees decide to manage and not control the game, then I believe we're in for a very competitive and exciting contest.

Key Notes For the Magic:
  • Rafer Alston will be key in determining whether the Orlando Magic will play a competitive game for the full 48 minutes. Jameer Nelson's return has disrupted the chemistry due only to the fact that Rafer Alston has led the Magic through all of the challenges and adversity that the playoffs have thrown at him.

  • I feel that you should always stick with the leader who has led you to success. In all reality, Jameer Nelson is Orlando's franchise point guard, but he is not in playoff condition nor is he in playoff basketball rhythm. Therefore, his overall effect on the Orlando Magic's team has been less than stellar. Rafer Alston is obviously disconcerted about how his role on the team has changed since Jameer Nelson's return.
Stick with what got you success!

Lamar "Candy Man" OdomKey Notes for the Lakers
  • The Candy Man (Lamar Odom) can!
  • Pau Gasol's gall!
  • Kobe Is On A Mission!
Peace, Love, and Hoops,
~JEDI
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1 Response to "NBA Finals 2009: Game 3 Pre-Game Analysis"

  1. Michelle Said,
    June 10, 2009 4:27 PM

    I agree 100% about Jameer. It just doesn't make sense to switch things up right now. Everyone kept saying that KG would come back if we had been able to get past Orlando, but I have my doubts about what he was actually going to be able to do after being out so long. With Jameer its even worse because the point guard really has to hustle. I loooove that Candy Land picture with Lamar. What a hoot! ps. Thanks for coming by my site. I'm really glad I found yours so I could add it to my 'must follow' blogs list. :)

     

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