Eastern Conference Finals, Game 4

Chicago 93 Miami 101 F/OT

Miami leads series 3-1.

In the most grueling defensive game of the entire NBA playoffs, it was the Miami Heat's defense and the Bulls inability to score down the stretch that allowed the Heat to pull the game away in overtime.

728huey said:

Eastern Conference Finals, Game 4

Chicago 93 Miami 101 F/OT

Miami leads series 3-1.

In the most grueling defensive game of the entire NBA playoffs, it was the Miami Heat's defense and the Bulls inability to score down the stretch that allowed the Heat to pull the game away in overtime.

Timmy84 said:

728huey said:

Eastern Conference Finals, Game 4

Chicago 93 Miami 101 F/OT

Miami leads series 3-1.

In the most grueling defensive game of the entire NBA playoffs, it was the Miami Heat's defense and the Bulls inability to score down the stretch that allowed the Heat to pull the game away in overtime.

Actually, this series is reminding me of the Bulls playoff series against the Detroit Pistons in the late 1980's and early 1990's and the New York Knicks in the mid-1990's. All of those series were defensive slugfests that forced each team to grind it out. This series is just like that, except the players for the Heat are not playing dirty. I thought the Bulls would ultimately be the biggest threat to challenge the Miami Heat and their celebrated trifecta, but I also thought they were at least a year away from being title contenders. It appears I may have been right all along.

Timmy84 said:

uPtoWnNY said:

Yep, poor offensive execution at money-time, same as OKC.

Right, it was like they were just throwing anything that stuck. And I don't know what type of shots Derrick Rose was shooting.

They put James on him late and that was it. No more penetration. Only fadeaway jumpers with a hand in his face.

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Timmy84 said:

Actually, this series is reminding me of the Bulls playoff series against the Detroit Pistons in the late 1980's and early 1990's and the New York Knicks in the mid-1990's. All of those series were defensive slugfests that forced each team to grind it out. This series is just like that, except the players for the Heat are not playing dirty. I thought the Bulls would ultimately be the biggest threat to challenge the Miami Heat and their celebrated trifecta, but I also thought they were at least a year away from being title contenders. It appears I may have been right all along.

I actually love how Chicago has grown out of the shadows of Jordan, Pippen, Rodman and 'em. Now if they can just get to the Finals (and win it) be it this year or next year...

I really can't believe how badly the Bulls have played the last 3 games. Actually, I can believe it because Miami is just exposing their weaknesses. This game hurt. They had it and just fucking choked. This lost goes to D Rose with a doubt. Why the fuck would he go 1 vs 1 with Lebron? That was so fucking stupid. And why a fucking jumper when he couldn't do shit all postseason? Take it to the fucking rim. goddamn. They had the game in their hands when Lebron was called for the offensive foul toward the end of the fourth. Instead of cussing out fans, Noah needs to work on finding some kind of fucking offensive shot.

omg I was so pissed at the end of the game.

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Layzie said:

I really can't believe how badly the Bulls have played the last 3 games. Actually, I can believe it because Miami is just exposing their weaknesses. This game hurt. They had it and just fucking choked. This lost goes to D Rose with a doubt. Why the fuck would he go 1 vs 1 with Lebron? That was so fucking stupid. And why a fucking jumper when he could do shit all postseason? Take it to the fucking rim. goddamn. They had the game in their hands when Lebron was called for the offensive foul toward the end of the fourth. Instead of cussing out fans, Noah needs to work on finding some kind of fucking offensive shot.

omg I was so pissed at the end of the game.

I agree. The coach (or Rose) should've had someone else going on the offense against James. And Joakim is another weak link. I never liked him for some reason.

Timmy84 said:

Layzie said:

I really can't believe how badly the Bulls have played the last 3 games. Actually, I can believe it because Miami is just exposing their weaknesses. This game hurt. They had it and just fucking choked. This lost goes to D Rose with a doubt. Why the fuck would he go 1 vs 1 with Lebron? That was so fucking stupid. And why a fucking jumper when he could do shit all postseason? Take it to the fucking rim. goddamn. They had the game in their hands when Lebron was called for the offensive foul toward the end of the fourth. Instead of cussing out fans, Noah needs to work on finding some kind of fucking offensive shot.

omg I was so pissed at the end of the game.

I agree. The coach (or Rose) should've had someone else going on the offense against James. And Joakim is another weak link. I never liked him for some reason.

Yep. The lineup in the end was dumb as hell. Going into this series I really thought that they had it on lock. I thought that nobody could get passed that defense. But Miami solved their internal issues and the Bulls main problem all season (nobody on the fucking team besides Rose can create their own shot) is being exposed.

But I give a ton of credit to the Heat, they're playing amazing bball.

Bad execution: check

Missed free throw 2 win game: check

Bad coaching: check

Out played: check

Out hustled: check

Out smarted: check

Unforced Turnovers: Check...........................Check please. OVA

Layzie said:

I really can't believe how badly the Bulls have played the last 3 games. Actually, I can believe it because Miami is just exposing their weaknesses. This game hurt. They had it and just fucking choked. This lost goes to D Rose with a doubt. Why the fuck would he go 1 vs 1 with Lebron? That was so fucking stupid. And why a fucking jumper when he couldn't do shit all postseason? Take it to the fucking rim. goddamn. They had the game in their hands when Lebron was called for the offensive foul toward the end of the fourth. Instead of cussing out fans, Noah needs to work on finding some kind of fucking offensive shot.

omg I was so pissed at the end of the game.

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The Heat did to the Bulls what the Bulls did to the Lakers in '91(by putting Pippen on Magic). Rose vs. Lebron won't work, Thibodeau. You gotta get some ball movement going.

With Haslem and Miller both healthy and doing their thing, Miami will be hard to stop.

uPtoWnNY said:

With Haslem and Miller both healthy and doing their thing, Miami will be hard to stop.

Yep. And had either of them been healthy for a large portion of the season, they would have finished with 65 wins and had the best record in the NBA. This was the lineup Pat Riley anticipated when the season began. At least for the Heat, it's better late than never.

Game, set and match for Dallas.

Western Conference Finals, Game 5

Oklahoma City 96 Dallas 100

Dallas wins series 4-1.

The Thunder led for much of the second half of this game, but once again in the closing minutes, they cannot hold off the Mavs, as they storm back from eight points behind to win the game and series. The Mavericks now return to the NBA Finals in their second appearance.

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Western Conference Finals, Game 5

Oklahoma City 96 Dallas 100

Dallas wins series 4-1.

The Thunder led for much of the second half of this game, but once again in the closing minutes, they cannot hold off the Mavs, as they storm back from eight points behind to win the game and series. The Mavericks now return to the NBA Finals in their second appearance.

uPtoWnNY said:

Now I'm reading that many Bulls fans want Dwight Howard. They shouldn't even entertain that thought. Unlike the NBA I watched growing up, today's league is centered around wing players - 2s & 3s who can take mfers off the dribble and create their own shot. That's what Chicago had with Jordan and Pippen(with Longley at center), and it's what they lack now. Folks clamoring for Howard aren't paying attention. Did they not watch Orlando's performance - they have the weaknesses the Bulls do.

Dwight would be like a sore thumb in Chicago so I disagree with including him in the Bulls as well.

uPtoWnNY said:

Now I'm reading that many Bulls fans want Dwight Howard. They shouldn't even entertain that thought. Unlike the NBA I watched growing up, today's league is centered around wing players - 2s & 3s who can take mfers off the dribble and create their own shot. That's what Chicago had with Jordan and Pippen(with Longley at center), and it's what they lack now. Folks clamoring for Howard aren't paying attention. Did they not watch Orlando's performance - they have the weaknesses the Bulls do.

While Dwight Howard would give the Bulls a commanding presence in the paint, he has the same issues of not being able to create his own shot, plus he gets into foul trouble too often and he can't shoot free throws very well. As lacking as Joakim Noah is offensively as far as scoring, he can rebound well and pass the ball well for a big man. Plus he shoots about 70% from the free throw line, while Dwight Howard only shoots just above 50%.

But the Bulls need a second scorer who can create his own shots at either the shooting guard or small forward position. I think they should have picked up Tracy McGrady, but even Ben Gordon would have been helpful to this Bulls team.

And BTW, whether the Bulls' season ends tonight, on Saturday or Monday, or in the NBA Finals, they will have to go on without Omer Asik, who was diagnosed with a fracture in his ankle.

728huey said:

uPtoWnNY said:

Now I'm reading that many Bulls fans want Dwight Howard. They shouldn't even entertain that thought. Unlike the NBA I watched growing up, today's league is centered around wing players - 2s & 3s who can take mfers off the dribble and create their own shot. That's what Chicago had with Jordan and Pippen(with Longley at center), and it's what they lack now. Folks clamoring for Howard aren't paying attention. Did they not watch Orlando's performance - they have the weaknesses the Bulls do.

While Dwight Howard would give the Bulls a commanding presence in the paint, he has the same issues of not being able to create his own shot, plus he gets into foul trouble too often and he can't shoot free throws very well. As lacking as Joakim Noah is offensively as far as scoring, he can rebound well and pass the ball well for a big man. Plus he shoots about 70% from the free throw line, while Dwight Howard only shoots just above 50%.

But the Bulls need a second scorer who can create his own shots at either the shooting guard or small forward position. I think they should have picked up Tracy McGrady, but even Ben Gordon would have been helpful to this Bulls team.

And BTW, whether the Bulls' season ends tonight, on Saturday or Monday, or in the NBA Finals, they will have to go on without Omer Asik, who was diagnosed with a fracture in his ankle.

I'm still mad Gordon was let go.

728huey said:

But the Bulls need a second scorer who can create his own shots at either the shooting guard or small forward position. I think they should have picked up Tracy McGrady, but even Ben Gordon would have been helpful to this Bulls team.

Miami's advantage is having players at the 2 & 3 who can create off the dribble. That's what the Bulls should aim for.

Chicago and Miami are playing such clumsy-ass ball right now. And Boozer's stupid ass just got a flagrant. They'd better be happy Miami missed a lot of free throws and Wade's off tonight. Otherwise...

While they're still a pretty good team, the Bulls have been lacking since John Salmons was traded. He was their clutch. Rose could really use him right about now.

WaterInYourBath said:

While they're still a pretty good team, the Bulls have been lacking since John Salmons was traded. He was their clutch. Rose could really use him right about now.

IKR? They've made some stupid plays too (Miami has too tonight) but I think either team that goes forward, Dallas would probably sweep them.

Timmy84 said:

WaterInYourBath said:

While they're still a pretty good team, the Bulls have been lacking since John Salmons was traded. He was their clutch. Rose could really use him right about now.

IKR? They've made some stupid plays too (Miami has too tonight) but I think either team that goes forward, Dallas would probably sweep them.

I'm thinking the same thing, lol. With Terry (#31) and Dirk on fire all day, as well as that crafty Kidd at point, lol, neither the Bulls nor the Heat have a chance. I want the Bulls to make it to the Finals though. At least their stuggle with Dallas would be entertaining, lol. The Heat are rather boring to me.

WaterInYourBath said:

Timmy84 said:

IKR? They've made some stupid plays too (Miami has too tonight) but I think either team that goes forward, Dallas would probably sweep them.

I'm thinking the same thing, lol. With Terry (#31) and Dirk on fire all day, as well as that crafty Kidd at point, lol, neither the Bulls nor the Heat have a chance. I want the Bulls to make it to the Finals though. At least their stuggle with Dallas would be entertaining, lol. The Heat are rather boring to me.

Me too. But Chicago's still in danger of losing tonight.

uh oh bulls

I feel this may head to overtime again idk why...

Miami was determined not to lose. They got on Derrick's ASS!

Oh well nice try Chi-Town.

Eastern Conference Finals, Game 5

Miami 83 Chicago 80

Miami wins series 4-1.

LeBron James and Dwayne Wade band together to storm back from a 12 point deficit to close out the game for a win and a series win. They now face a rematch with the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals.

NBA Finals, Game 1

Tuesday May 31, 2011, 9:00 PM EST (ABC)

Dallas Mavericks vs. Miami Heat

Go Mavs!

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