Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! Holy sh*t! 47 points for Dirk. He got to the line a whole 17 times, and made all 17 of those shots.<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>HIROSHIMA, Japan -- Dirk Nowitzki scored 11 of his 47 points in the third overtime to lift Germany over Angola in the first triple-overtime game in the history of the FIBA World Championship.AP Photo/Junji KurokawaDirk Nowitzki, left, tries to shake the defense of Eduardo Mingas.The 7-foot star from the Dallas Mavericks was 17-for-17 from the free-throw line in the win that gave Germany (4-1) second place in the six-team Group B.Olimpio Cipriano had 33 points for Angola (3-2), which won its first three games by an average of 20 points and then lost tough games to first-place Spain and Germany in proving to be the surprise of the group.There were three games that went two overtimes in the world championships, the last Brazil's 94-93 win over Italy in the first round in 1970.Nowitzki gave Germany the lead for good at 98-95 with a 3-pointer with 3:53 left in the third overtime. He was fouled taking a 3 with 2:52 left and made all three free throws for a 101-95 lead.Robert Garrett and Ademola Okulaja each had 14 points for Germany, the bronze medalist in 2002.Mingas had 22 points for Angola, which lost 93-83 to Spain on Wednesday, while Joaquim Gomes added 21.Germany lost 92-71 to Spain in the third game of the opening round.</div>
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! Man Dirk will be tired next year. Hopefully fatigue doesn't show up in the playoffs. Dirk needs a break.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! What's up with that response mavsfan. That's all you can say after this performance by Dirk. Geez, great game for Dirk, this means a lot to him and his country. If this tires him for this upcoming season, I'm not going to hold it against him for trying to lead his country to a medal. That is bigger to him then a championship. Also, I'm not worried about fatigue considering he's done this before and is not the only one in the NBA going through this.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Rok @ Aug 24 2006, 06:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>What's up with that response mavsfan. That's all you can say after this performance by Dirk. Geez, great game for Dirk, this means a lot to him and his country. If this tires him for this upcoming season, I'm not going to hold it against him for trying to lead his country to a medal. That is bigger to him then a championship. Also, I'm not worried about fatigue considering he's done this before and is not the only one in the NBA going through this.</div>Dirk is expected to be the man for Germany which takes a lot out of you more than just being a role player. Also Dirk has never played until June. He usually has another month off or more. Time will tell if this effects him. I would just hate it to effect a possible championship this upcoming season.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! ^^ lol he's a professional athlete..he doesnt whine about having to play and doesn't get as tired as you think..he loves basketball and lives for basketball..if he was worried about getting tired he would of sat out the world championshipshe has plenty of time to rest before the start of the season and the mavericks are going to know how to approach that when it comes time tocongrats to dirk on this great gameand how would it affect a possible championship?the NBA playoffs dont even start for another 8 or 9 months..he plays games like this all the time..i dont think because of a couple extra games and some traveling he's going to give up on the mavs
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (playaofthegame @ Aug 24 2006, 08:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>^^ lol he's a professional athlete..he doesnt whine about having to play and doesn't get as tired as you think..he loves basketball and lives for basketball..if he was worried about getting tired he would of sat out the world championshipshe has plenty of time to rest before the start of the season and the mavericks are going to know how to approach that when it comes time tocongrats to dirk on this great gameand how would it affect a possible championship?the NBA playoffs dont even start for another 8 or 9 months..he plays games like this all the time..i dont think because of a couple extra games and some traveling he's going to give up on the mavs</div>He's the best player for Dallas. If Dallas wins a championship it is because of Dirk stepping up. I think long term fatigue could set in. If he starts feeling it during the playoffs than he might go in a slump which could lead to the demise of the mavs. I wouldn't mind if it was just a role player playing for the Olympics but Dirk needs to be at his top level for Dallas to win a championship.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>Dirk is expected to be the man for Germany which takes a lot out of you more than just being a role player. Also Dirk has never played until June. He usually has another month off or more. Time will tell if this effects him. I would just hate it to effect a possible championship this upcoming season.</div> He had a month off in between the Finals and the World Championships. He still has done this before in the past, and it's his decision. But for him to play for his country and try for a medal is a big deal for him and not to you. And he's not going to sit back and take a minimum role in the path. Also, like I said before he ain't the only player doing this. <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>He's the best player for Dallas. If Dallas wins a championship it is because of Dirk stepping up. I think long term fatigue could set in. If he starts feeling it during the playoffs than he might go in a slump which could lead to the demise of the mavs. I wouldn't mind if it was just a role player playing for the Olympics but Dirk needs to be at his top level for Dallas to win a championship.</div> Truly selfish statement right there. I for one see no problem with this, he's playing the game he loves for his country. How about showing some actual pride for Dirk instead of saying this will ruin his NBA season because of fatigue, which I highly doubt will occur.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Rok @ Aug 24 2006, 08:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Truly selfish statement right there. I for one see no problem with this, he's playing the game he loves for his country. How about showing some actual pride for Dirk instead of saying this will ruin his NBA season because of fatigue, which I highly doubt will occur.</div>Well if being selfish means I want the mavs to win the championship at any cost than I am on top of that list.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>Well if being selfish means I want the mavs to win the championship at any cost than I am on top of that list.</div> Exactly, no arguing there. Your faulting a guy for playing for his country because you think it hurts your chance as a fan to enjoy a championship. Selfish.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Rok @ Aug 25 2006, 03:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Exactly, no arguing there. Your faulting a guy for playing for his country because you think it hurts your chance as a fan to enjoy a championship. Selfish.</div>Whatever man. You have a way in twisting something that I never said. I want the mavs to win the championship and though Dirk has pride in his country they are unlikely to medal with Spain, Argentina, and USA ahead of them. Dallas though has a good chance and probably the best chance ever to win a championship this upcoming year. Why take the risk of getting injured or fatigued in the FIBA games that are likely not going to succeed instead of resting up and work on his strength which will likely make him even more dominant next year. I'm sure others feel the same way.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! Wow! What an impressive game for Dirk. Should help out Germany a ton. But, there were overtime games. So subtract points from then and he would be around 30. But, still very impressive.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>Whatever man. You have a way in twisting something that I never said. I want the mavs to win the championship and though Dirk has pride in his country they are unlikely to medal with Spain, Argentina, and USA ahead of them. Dallas though has a good chance and probably the best chance ever to win a championship this upcoming year. Why take the risk of getting injured or fatigued in the FIBA games that are likely not going to succeed instead of resting up and work on his strength which will likely make him even more dominant next year. I'm sure others feel the same way.</div> Like who? I've looked at other Mavs boards, and their happy about this performance. You have yet to say one good thing about this performance. Your just bitching because it hurts the Mavs chance of winning a championship. Again a selfish attitude. Newsflash, all these NBA guys playing in this tourney are going for a Gold medal and only one of the teams is going to get it. So their all risking injury and fatigue along with Dirk. Yet no one else is bitching. How about you shut up about the risks and actually amend Dirk for what he's doing.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! I let everyone else do the Dirk is great comments. My concern is on the mavs. It is great that Dirk is doing well for the Olympics as long as he doesn't show fatigue next year. If he can take it than I'm fine with his decision.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>I let everyone else do the Dirk is great comments.</div> So your going back on what you said in saying you bet other Mavs fan feel the same way you do. <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>My concern is on the mavs. It is great that Dirk is doing well for the Olympics as long as he doesn't show fatigue next year.</div> And if he does, what are you going to do? bi*ch like you always do and have another excuse for losses.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! Rok, shut up please. he never said Dirk shouldnt play for his country, he said "i hope he doesnt get tired"
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! I feel both sides of the argument. I'm happy that he's playing well and working on his game, but at the same time he is one of the most invaluable players in the league. I wouldn't mind him taking the offseason, well... off, but he can do whatever he pleases as long as the Mavs approve.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Justice @ Aug 26 2006, 04:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>I feel both sides of the argument. I'm happy that he's playing well and working on his game, but at the same time he is one of the most invaluable players in the league. I wouldn't mind him taking the offseason, well... off, but he can do whatever he pleases as long as the Mavs approve.</div>I doubt they have any say on this. Especially since they want to sign him to an extension. "So your going back on what you said in saying you bet other Mavs fan feel the same way you do."No I did not. They want him to rest in the offseason but I'm sure they are happy for Dirk as well that he had a big game.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>Rok, shut up please. he never said Dirk shouldnt play for his country, he said "i hope he doesnt get tired"</div> What are you talking about, it's obvious he wants Dirk to not play and rest in the offseason for the regular season. He doesn't get that the same risks are involved in the NBA. If he gets tired or hurt, were going down but at least it's understandable as he's playing for what he wants and his country. It's not like a Jay Williams accident. <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>No I did not. They want him to rest in the offseason but I'm sure they are happy for Dirk as well that he had a big game.</div> I haven't read any real complaints towards Dirk playing in this tourney. Everyone has posted up updates and box scores. Their not biting their fingernails over injury.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Rok @ Aug 26 2006, 06:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>I haven't read any real complaints towards Dirk playing in this tourney. Everyone has posted up updates and box scores. Their not biting their fingernails over injury.</div>Sounds like you are backtracking. I haven't said anything bad about Dirk playing for his country. I only said that it might be a concern that he plays so much. You can twist it whatever way you want.
Re: Dirk scores 47 in win over Angola! <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE </div><div class='quotemain'>Sounds like you are backtracking. I haven't said anything bad about Dirk playing for his country. I only said that it might be a concern that he plays so much. You can twist it whatever way you want.</div> How am I backtracking with that comment? Yours is the only complaint I've heard about Dirk playing. You brought up other Mavs fans sharing your same concern over injury/fatigue and I said I haven't read any of that on other boards. They've posted box scores and posts detailing what Dirk has done and most of them are hoping for him to lead Germany over USA. Your the one backtracking, as your saying Dirk should not play much or at all, so why should even be there? You rather see Dirk rest during the offseason because he won't medal or might get hurt/fatigued. That's basically what you implied this whole thread. Now your saying I haven't said anything bad about him playing for his country. Yet you rather not see him play for them because it hurts Mavs. It's not twisting words, I mean look at the beginning of this topic. Instead of congratulating Dirk, you basically critique and complain he's playing too much.
