Official Playoff Thread

Discussion in 'Miami Heat' started by playmaker15, Apr 19, 2007.

  1. Shapecity

    Shapecity S2/JBB Teamster Staff Member Administrator

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    The Bulls were amazing in this series, and really grew from last year's loss to Miami. Big Ben earned his money in this series with his ability to defend Shaq one-on-one. He ate a mean Shaq elbow that jarred his tooth loose, and cameback the very next play with a steal and then a dunk in transition. You have to love Big Ben's focus in this game, he knew Miami was going to intentionally foul him, so he ran away from his defender, taking even more time off the clock.

    One bright spot for Miami was James Posey though. He played with a lot of heart for the Heat, grabbing 18 rebounds and hustling around the court all game long.

    Miami really missed a healthy Wade in this series. Shaq was only good for the 1st half in each game, and normally Wade elevates his game in the 2nd half, when Shaq is worn down. Wade just didn't have the stamina and conditioning yet to shoulder the load.

    I didn't understand why Riley wouldn't play Eddie Jones more in the series. Eddie can still score the ball and plays defense. I would have liked to see a backcourt of Wade and Jones more in this series to take advantage of their size. Jason Williams was a disaster in every game for Miami.
     

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