Milwaukee Bucks Discussion - Page 26

Whistler6 · 03-09-2010, 10:19 PM

I tried posting the picture of Bogut's big dunk, but it wouldn't show up. Check it out here. Awesomeness.

http://www.jsonline.com/sports/

Packystan · 03-12-2010, 05:40 PM

Yeah, Bogut made Big Baby his Big B****. That was a great win for them, hopefully they can keep it rolling tonight against a very good Utah team.

cvv84 · 03-12-2010, 09:55 PM

Another HUGE win tonight.

Cleveland.... Check

Boston..... Check

Utah..... Check

6 games over .500 and firing on all cylinders.

senormysterioso · 03-12-2010, 10:06 PM

that one was a nail biter, our defense wasn't where we'll need it to be. But, we'll take 'em however we can get 'em.

cvv84 · 03-12-2010, 10:15 PM

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that one was a nail biter, our defense wasn't where we'll need it to be. But, we'll take 'em however we can get 'em.

HUH?!?! Our defense was outstanding tonight. Utah is the best shooting team in the league and is in the top 5 in scoring. They came in just as hot as the Bucks, averaging 117.8 ppg over the last 6 games. We held them under 90 points and without a made 3 pointer.

Whistler6 · 03-12-2010, 10:18 PM

24/28 from the charity stripe might be the x-factor of the game. Way to dig deep after giving up the big 3rd quarter lead. Sexy.

senormysterioso · 03-12-2010, 10:24 PM

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HUH?!?! Our defense was outstanding tonight. Utah is the best shooting team in the league and is in the top 5 in scoring. They came in just as hot as the Bucks, averaging 117.8 ppg over the last 6 games. We held them under 90 points and without a made 3 pointer.

too many second chance points, and gave up too many offensive rebounds. I didn't say it was bad, just not where we're gonna need it to have any success in the playoffs.

Whistler6 · 03-12-2010, 11:01 PM

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too many second chance points, and gave up too many offensive rebounds. I didn't say it was bad, just not where we're gonna need it to have any success in the playoffs.

I agree, but there is a reason Utah has been a consistent playoff team. Boozer is just too powerful to be held down for an entire game, and Utah is going to get their's no matter what defense they are playing. I'm actually pleasantly surprised Deron Williams was kept as quiet as he was with 11 points 9 assists.

I have no complaints, ha I'm just thrilled to be watching winning basketball in Wisconsin!

senormysterioso · 03-12-2010, 11:14 PM

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I agree, but there is a reason Utah has been a consistent playoff team. Boozer is just too powerful to be held down for an entire game, and Utah is going to get their's no matter what defense they are playing. I'm actually pleasantly surprised Deron Williams was kept as quiet as he was with 11 points 9 assists.

I have no complaints, ha I'm just thrilled to be watching winning basketball in Wisconsin!

You and me both man. I still remember 2001 fondly when we made it to conference finals, it's been a long time since we've had something to be excited about.

Whistler6 · 03-12-2010, 11:36 PM

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You and me both man. I still remember 2001 fondly when we made it to conference finals, it's been a long time since we've had something to be excited about.

The day Ray Allen was traded and Gary Payton was essentially brought in for one average season still hurts my heart.

GB12 · 03-12-2010, 11:41 PM

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The day Ray Allen was traded and Gary Payton was essentially brought in for one average season still hurts my heart.

That was the beginning of the end for me being a Bucks fan. I am happy that they're doing well this season though. I still won't call myself a fan or watch the games, but I like for every hometown team to do well.

senormysterioso · 03-12-2010, 11:46 PM

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The day Ray Allen was traded and Gary Payton was essentially brought in for one average season still hurts my heart.

That and the thought that we traded Dirk Nowitzki for Tractor freakin' Traylor are the two most painful memories in my Bucks fandom. Outside of Favre with the Vikes, maybe sports in general.

Whistler6 · 03-12-2010, 11:55 PM

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That was the beginning of the end for me being a Bucks fan. I am happy that they're doing well this season though. I still won't call myself a fan or watch the games, but I like for every hometown team to do well.

Unlike the Brewers where I've ridden the wagon through the lowest of lows for as long as I can remember, I completely checked out for a couple years after Ray Allen was traded away. I would be lying if I said I have been a legitimate "fan" after 2001-2002 until about 2 season ago. I'm not proud of it, but damn who could blame us!

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That and the thought that we traded Dirk Nowitzki for Tractor freakin' Traylor are the two most painful memories in my Bucks fandom. Outside of Favre with the Vikes, maybe sports in general.

Initially I thought the Richie Sexson trade might be in the Ray Allen trade category. Thankfully I was proven completely wrong. You gotta admit though, big sexy was fun to cheer for.

Ugh, Robert 'Tractor' Traylor. When the 6th overall pick gives you barely 5 points and 3 rebounds per game in 2 seasons, I think it's safe to stamp him a massive bust. Damnit. Atleast that Dirk guy never panned out... =\

cvv84 · 03-14-2010, 02:46 PM

Close game today. Bucks were ahead by 15 at one point. Pacers got within 2 with seconds to go but the Bucks held them off to win by 4.

Stack and Kurt Thomas chipping in too. The vets presence really helped today.

princefielder28 · 03-14-2010, 03:50 PM

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Close game today. Bucks were ahead by 15 at one point. Pacers got within 2 with seconds to go but the Bucks held them off to win by 4.

Stack and Kurt Thomas chipping in too. The vets presence really helped today.

certainly not the finish you wanna see but at the end of the day it's a win and this team continues to roll...important three game west coast road trip now

YoungGeezy · 03-14-2010, 04:18 PM

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That was the beginning of the end for me being a Bucks fan. I am happy that they're doing well this season though. I still won't call myself a fan or watch the games, but I like for every hometown team to do well.

Yeah agreed, I grew up with Glenn "Big Dog" Robinson and Ray Allen...later Sam Cassell. Robinson was my all time favorite, I had like 3 jerseys including the awesome green one with the buck on the front, and in the the driveway against my dad I was always called myself "Little Dog" Robinson. After George Karl decided to destroy the franchise and piss away the big 3, I have had a real hard time getting back into them. I try my best to but it never works out.

This is probably the first time I have really been excited by the Bucks since their days as a contender with the big 3, Ervin Johnson dominating on the boards, and Timmy Thomas as the 6 man.

Whistler6 · 03-14-2010, 05:06 PM

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Yeah agreed, I grew up with Glenn "Big Dog" Robinson and Ray Allen...later Sam Cassell. Robinson was my all time favorite, I had like 3 jerseys including the awesome green one with the buck on the front...

I still have my 3 Glenn Robinson rookie cards stashed away in a box. Him leaving was just another hit to my Buck fanhood. I'm almost ashamed to call myself a Buck fan right now after "checking out" for these past few year. Still, I'm stoked to see competitive baskeball return to Milwaukee.

I listened to the entire 2nd half on the radio today as I drove to Green Bay and back. A nice win to be sure, but the way they allow teams back into the game after have a double digit lead in the 4th is cause for concern. A win is a win is a win though, and a 4-0 homestand deserves recognition.

Now that Salmons can play 2nd filddle to Bogut, he is thriving. I like this team, because they have a bunch of support guys who only need to be good not great to win games. As long as Bogut continues to put up double-doubles, they have potential to keep rising.

cvv84 · 03-14-2010, 05:39 PM

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Now that Salmons can play 2nd filddle to Bogut, he is thriving. I like this team, because they have a bunch of support guys who only need to be good not great to win games. As long as Bogut continues to put up double-doubles, they have potential to keep rising.

Bingo. We finally have 2 guys who can take over when needed and a PG that can focus on distributing the ball. Jennings is becoming what we hoped TJ Ford would've became for us.

17 games left. They'll need to finish strong because while they're currently a few games ahead for the 5th seed they're also a few games from being out of the playoffs all together.

Packystan · 03-15-2010, 06:55 PM

Andrew Bogut has been named the Eastern Conference player of the month, which he rightfully deserves. The guy has been an absolute MONSTER for us down low.

Whistler6 · 03-15-2010, 08:42 PM

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Bingo. We finally have 2 guys who can take over when needed and a PG that can focus on distributing the ball. Jennings is becoming what we hoped TJ Ford would've became for us.

17 games left. They'll need to finish strong because while they're currently a few games ahead for the 5th seed they're also a few games from being out of the playoffs all together.

Which is the scariest part. As well as they've been playing, they are 3-4-5 game losing streak from dropping to the 8th seed or even out of the playoffs completely.

If they can maintain their position, avoid the Cavs and Magic in the 1st round, and push a 1st round series to 6 possibly 7 games even if they lose, I would be completely satisfied. My dream is for Chicago to miss the playoffs, end up with the 11th pick, and then Milwaukee swaps with them and lands another piece.

They just need to continue to grow together.

Whistler6 · 03-19-2010, 09:39 PM

Wait, is that Aaron Rodgers at the Bradley Center? Why yes, yes it is! Confirmed by http://twitter.com/LoriNickel of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Great to see "the man" supporting his local team.

cvv84 · 03-19-2010, 09:59 PM

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Wait, is that Aaron Rodgers at the Bradley Center? Why yes, yes it is! Confirmed by http://twitter.com/LoriNickel of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Great to see "the man" supporting his local team.

Shouldn't he be in Jacksonville then? ;)

cvv84 · 03-19-2010, 10:01 PM

Jennings has 5 three pointers already! 20 points already and there's 2 minutes left in the 2nd quarter. Nice to see him shooting better lately.

princefielder28 · 03-19-2010, 10:02 PM

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Jennings has 5 three pointers already! 20 points already and there's 2 minutes left in the 2nd quarter. Nice to see him shooting better lately.

there's definitely some added motivation with this game too, going up against Evans (aka rookie of the year)

Whistler6 · 03-19-2010, 10:37 PM

I about swallowed my tongune when Bogut rolled his ankle just now. Of course any time he is seen grimacing in pain, I'm thinking great his season's over. He's staying in the game though, so hopefully it's nothing serious. HOPEFULLY!

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Shouldn't he be in Jacksonville then? ;)

Go Louisville! Jk.