Nice win Lakers! long series?

[Mr.3000]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

Do or die tonight for LeBron and the Cavs.


I hope they pull it off but Orlando seems to have their number.

[dodgersfan]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

So far it's been a blow out!

Do or die tonight for LeBron and the Cavs.


I hope they pull it off but Orlando seems to have their number.

[both-teams-played-hard]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

So far it's been a blow out!

Damn dodgersfan, you jinx everybody!

[sportscentury]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

I'm in Denver, going to the game tomorrow night. Simply could not be more excited. I really like Denver, but I'll be pulling for the Lakers. Would love to be there when they close out the series (assuming they do, as I haven't counted the Nuggets out yet).

Missed the Cavs/Magic game tonight due to work. First playoff game I've missed this year. Sounds like LBJ was his usual stellar self.

[xpress34]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

I'm in Denver, going to the game tomorrow night. Simply could not be more excited. I really like Denver, but I'll be pulling for the Lakers. Would love to be there when they close out the series (assuming they do, as I haven't counted the Nuggets out yet).

Missed the Cavs/Magic game tonight due to work. First playoff game I've missed this year. Sounds like LBJ was his usual stellar self.

SC -

I just sent you an eMail. I live in Denver - well Thornton (N of Denver) actually.

Anyway, thought I'd see if you want to meet up while you're in my town...

- Chris

[dodgersfan]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

In 6!
Lakers the 2009 NBA champions!



Rudy

What a nice opening game to the Western Confrence Finals!
I say Lakers in 6.
What do you guys think?



Rudy

[Mr.3000]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

Looks like it's going to be Lakers -vs- Magic. Unless Lebron and the Cavs can pull off a miracle.

[xpress34]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

Although I'm not a Basketball guy (Baseball is my thing), I do live in Denver.

A tip of my cap to the Lakers.

- Chris

[dodgersfan]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

Chris,the Nuggets played awesome basketball.
They are going to be a tough team for years to come.



Rudy

Although I'm not a Basketball guy (Baseball is my thing), I do live in Denver.

A tip of my cap to the Lakers.

- Chris

[sportscentury]

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The game was terrific. Kobe was ridiculous.

Many thanks to you, Chris, for your kindness ... a raincheck for sure!

[mr.miracle]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

You know it brother, Lakers in 6

I think I called this one too. I figured that the Rockets series served as a wake-up call to this team. Make no mistake this Nuggets team is loaded and this was a very, very difficult series. Most likely, if this team had taken care of business against Houston in 5 like they should have, we would not have seen all of the negative press on the Lakers failure to close teams out.

After their failure to seal the deal last year against the Celtics, I will be absolutely shocked if this team does not beat either the Magic or Cavs no matter who they face. At least they get a few days off now after about four weeks of playing every other night.

[dodgersfan]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

My prediction will be the Lakers in 5!
What do you guys think?
I want to hear all of your predictions.



Rudy

[sportscentury]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

Most of the analysts are picking the Lakers in 6. I think they have a decent shot at taking it in 4 or 5, though. If Pau and Bynam can eliminate Dwight's dominance in the post (which I believe is possible), that will be the series. The Lakers have better perimeter defense than the Cavs, so the Hedo/Rashard effect may not carry the same weight. The Magic are a strong team, but the Lakers are peaking, and they are an overall more talented team with the best player in basketball (I still can't quite give it to LeBron, as impressive as he is). The Lakers' domination of the Nuggets in Denver last night was astounding. Barkley picked the Magic to win the series in 7, but I just don't see it. Lakers in 6 at the outside.

[mr.miracle]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

Most of the analysts are picking the Lakers in 6. I think they have a decent shot at taking it in 4 or 5, though. If Pau and Bynam can eliminate Dwight's dominance in the post (which I believe is possible), that will be the series. The Lakers have better perimeter defense than the Cavs, so the Hedo/Rashard effect may not carry the same weight. The Magic are a strong team, but the Lakers are peaking, and they are an overall more talented team with the best player in basketball (I still can't quite give it to LeBron, as impressive as he is). The Lakers' domination of the Nuggets in Denver last night was astounding. Barkley picked the Magic to win the series in 7, but I just don't see it. Lakers in 6 at the outside.

Agreed Reid, All excellent points. Plus no Jameer Nelson this time around. Since the Lakers were able to minimize somewhat the overall influence of Billups they certainly should not have major problems against Alston. I agree Lakers in 5 or 6 tops.

[dodgersfan]

Re: Nice win Lakers! long series?

I say the Lakers win tonight 114-107!
Lets go Lakers!



Rudy