Game Thread GAME# 23: PELICANS @ BLAZERS - DECEMBER 2, 2017 - SATURDAY, 7:00 (PST), NBCSNW

Discussion in 'Portland Trail Blazers' started by Darkwebs, Nov 30, 2017.

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Whom would you rather have on the Blazers, considering age, contract status, fit, etc.?

Poll closed Dec 7, 2017.

  1. Nurkic (15.0 points, 7.7 rebounds, 1.2 blocks, 15.07 PER)

    20 vote(s)
    48.8%

  2. Cousins (25.1 points, 12.5 rebounds, 1.6 blocks, 22.95 PER)

    21 vote(s)
    51.2%
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  1. theprunetang

    theprunetang Shaedon "Deadly Nightshade" Sharpe is HIM

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    Very true, about the defense. I have been disappointed though, and really just wanted to vent for a moment.
     
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    GrandJury Well-Known Member

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    Damn this team sucks. Good news is we can start the rebuild sooner. That’s why I been telling ya this team just ain’t that good. I believe we will have better direction if we just move on
     
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    HailBlazers RipCity

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    Start? We're three years into it bud.
     
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    BonesJones https://www.youtube.com/c/blazersuprise

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    What's your suggested plan of action? Tanking? Who do you plan in drafting then and what attributes of theirs appeal to you? Flex that basketball knowledge you act like you have.
     
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    ripcityboy Well-Known Member

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    Terry's got his limitations but he's also got his strengths. I look at it this way, if he can't get our offensive our of regular slumps.... who the hell can? It's as much about the players as the coaching. I really believe we are a trade away from being a lot stronger, but Olshey, you have to do something!
     
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    I decided to watch the Wisconsin-Ohio State game in the fourth because it was obvious this was a loss. But I’m not sure how you can be legitimately pissed about the loss, we are a mediocre to borderline good team and that’s exactly how they are performing. This team is what it is right now. Enjoy the fun wins even against bad teams and hope for the best but this is pretty much exactly what everyone should have expected.
     
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    What about when he plays well?
     
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  8. theprunetang

    theprunetang Shaedon "Deadly Nightshade" Sharpe is HIM

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    Then he plays well. And I love it.
     
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    Cippy91 Habitual Line Stepper

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    Hcp told you so attitude.

    I see...
     
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    Cippy91 Habitual Line Stepper

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    His plan of a rebuild revolves around cj which already would be a terrible start to a rebuild
     
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    HomerLovesKoolAid I have a well-known member.

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    It's creepy that you look through my windows.
     
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    DUB Da, da da, da dah!

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    Nurkic is an enigma. Everyone thought he was phoning it in with Denver last season. He was disgruntled, due to lack of playing time, and lack of respect. He needed to be wanted, he wanted to be needed. And his output for us last season seemed to confirm that view. Give him a little love, show him that he's our man, and he'll perform. That's how it played out last season. And he started this season well, not as good as last season, but still decent. He lost a lot of weight, he hoped to improve his endurance, but he needed to adjust his game style to account for his lack of bulk. However not only has he failed to adjust his game, he also seems to not have improved his endurance. I agree, he is a key factor in our improved defense, but he is up, and down on both sides of the court; and lately he seems more down than up. I think it's very easy to look at such a big man, and forget just how young he is; keeping in mind that big men usually develop slower, we really need to be patient with him. I think his size, and swagger (when it's going well) disguise a player that needs some love, and attention to play well. I reckon he's a confidence player, but does a pretty good job at hiding it. Stick with him, feed him early, keep pumping his tires, and he'll produce for us. Invest in him, play the long game, he'll come through.
     
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    I really dont get you Americans, your understanding of sport...
    is terry stotts related to you by any chance, fuck him
     
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    stampedehero Make Your Day, a Doobies Day Staff Member Moderator

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    Mr. Robot Well-Known Member

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    just a couple of deluded POR fans
     
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    Our understanding of sport differs from region to region, my friend. Portland fans are very un-pessemistic and averse to critical
    appraisals of players and coaches. If you want to see the absolute opposite of our sort of fandom, go to a Philly pro sports board.
    Those people booed Santa Claus..... Oakland Raider fans are MUCH worse. Trust me. America is
    a big place. And we do things differently from area to area.
     
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    when you look it individually, I agree, his rebounding is disappointing, but the thing is POR was/is the best rebounding team in the NBA, so theres absolutely no problem with his rebounding... individual rebounding means nothing, team rebounding means everything... if we needed more Nurk rebounds, he would get them, its simple as that... when it comes to his offense, I do agree he doesnt look like in those 20 games, but I certainly wouldnt call that "disappointing", and weight loss certainly play the part in his offensive performances, but like himself said, he needs to figure out his body

    @Jade Falcon put some of his stats out there, so there you go... I dont know, maybe you expect him tu put 20+ 15 every night
     
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    Mr. Robot Well-Known Member

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    I hope your fantasy crash and burn
     
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    Mr. Robot Well-Known Member

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    No
     
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    Mr. Robot Well-Known Member

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    at this point Dame can fuck off with stotts... cause he has his back
     
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