Game Thread GAME# 82: KINGS @ BLAZERS - APRIL 10, 2019 - WEDNESDAY, 7:30 PM, NBCSNW

Discussion in 'Portland Trail Blazers' started by Darkwebs, Apr 10, 2019.

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Should we rest our main rotation players for this game?

Poll closed Apr 10, 2019.

  1. Absolutely, our main guys need rest. And we need to avoid the possibility of injuries

    8 vote(s)
    16.3%

  2. Yes. We've already guaranteed HCA. It doesn't really make much difference between 3rd or 4th Seed

    11 vote(s)
    22.4%

  3. Yes. Although the 3rd Seed would be ideal, winning this game doesn't guarantee it.

    3 vote(s)
    6.1%

  4. Yes. We need to tank for the 4th Seed so we can play Utah

    3 vote(s)
    6.1%

  5. Yes. We need to tank for the 4th Seed so we can avoid OKC

    1 vote(s)
    2.0%

  6. Yes. We need to tank for the 4th Seed so we can avoid San Antonio

    0 vote(s)
    0.0%

  7. No. Do not rest our players because the 3rd Seed is still in play.

    16 vote(s)
    32.7%

  8. No. We want to go into the Playoffs w/rhythm & momentum. We don't want our players being rusty.

    6 vote(s)
    12.2%

  9. No. Do not rest our players. The fans deserve to see our team play at full strength in the finale.

    1 vote(s)
    2.0%
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    Being guarded by Yogi also helps.
     
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    Nice to have seen some potential from our future. I think Skal has to be a keeper as well as Simons. Not sure ofthe timeframe with Dame, but I think it could work. Nurk is still hella young too. And of course Collins and CJ if Olshey is so inclined to keep him.
     
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    Malone will get that I'm sure
     
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    Shit, I think Simmons and Skal earned a couple playoff minutes here and there tonight.
     
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    Natebishop3 Don't tread on me!

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    Dame has put up some BIG games against OKC. I'm not worried about them shutting him down. Not like NOP did.
     
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    The good news is: Warriors vs Rockets in the 2nd round
     
    DDolla, Apr 10, 2019
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    At least we don’t have to watch Ingles and Crowder. Outside of Westbrook, OKC isn’t nearly as annoying.
     
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    Crazy night. Game of the year. Can’t believe what I just saw.
     
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    Yep.
     
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    The cards don't lie
     
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    I've been asking for OKC over UTA for the last month
     
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    I'm not worried about OKC. I'm worried about the NBA/Media trying to push Westbrook.
    When we eliminate them, this will be the sweetest playoff win in a long time.
    Honestly, if we played Utah and won, wouldn't be a big deal. but eliminating OKC would be epic.
     
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    Rubio Mitchell oneal gobert./// Rondo jrue ad//// Westbrick Adams 2k.
    Gimme okc all day
     
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    epic
     
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    Give Olshey props!
    Look at the mix new players he has brought in this year alone that have stepped up. 3rd seed in the WC is commendable especially for a team that wasn’t supposed to even the playoffs according to many.
    53 wins baby!
    CC had it pegged now all he needs to do is give Neil and Terry some props!
    Bingo bango bongo !
     
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    Honestly I am more glad we got the 3 seed and don’t care who we are playing. OKC has star power and plays chippy with everyone, which can be both good and bad in the playoffs
     
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    We got this!

    What a great regular season...53 wins! I’m giving credit to OLSHEY for one moment. Too bad we won’t have Nurk.

    I’m thinking we get to the WCF’s and because of this success, we will attract a key free agent for next year!

    And what about Skal! Trent! And the kid Simons! And some good play by Jake as well.
    I like the spirit of this team. OLSHEY made some good moves - we are much deeper than last year and it’s going to pay dividends!

    Go Blazers!
     
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    julius I wonder if there's beer on the sun Staff Member Global Moderator

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    I guarantee you they won't win anymore games in the 2018-2019 season.
     
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    I love our young guys, especially Anfernee. Can we get this guy minutes next season?
    I really hope CJ has seen we have options. I hope he can start playing better.
     
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