NBA Playoffs...

[gHOstFaCe 10+ year member]

I agree that Rasheed isn't playing to his normal skill level, but I honestly do not think that him being 100% healthy would make much of a difference.

Ben Wallace is still a dominant defender and still has some years left in him. It's like iceteebone said, Shaq simply out weighs the man. Shaq just leaning in is comparable to any other center pushing in and bumping. Everyone who guards Shaq has to deal with that, so don't knock Wallace.

No one can consistantly guard Wade, he's just too skilled of a player. Even Prince would struggle. That's why Miami is glad to have him....and PS..Wade IS a decent defender, check the stats.

 

[iceteebone 5,000+ posts]

I agree that Rasheed isn't playing to his normal skill level, but I honestly do not think that him being 100% healthy would make much of a difference.
Ben Wallace is still a dominant defender and still has some years left in him. It's like iceteebone said, Shaq simply out weighs the man. Shaq just leaning in is comparable to any other center pushing in and bumping. Everyone who guards Shaq has to deal with that, so don't knock Wallace.

No one can consistantly guard Wade, he's just too skilled of a player. Even Prince would struggle. That's why Miami is glad to have him....and PS..Wade IS a decent defender, check the stats.

i'm not saying you play prince from begining to end, but you got to mix it up. tayshaun prince is probably detroit's best perimiter defender so it just doesn't make sense to not put him on wade

 

[mjbailey21 10+ year member]

Wallace's horrendous FT% has been affecting his entire game. He's not the same, whether Shaq outweighs him or not. He doesn't seem to have much confidence on the court which in turn, affects the entire Pistons team mentality.

 

[iceteebone 5,000+ posts]

Wallace's horrendous FT% has been affecting his entire game. He's not the same, whether Shaq outweighs him or not. He doesn't seem to have much confidence on the court which in turn, affects the entire Pistons team mentality.

wallace was never a good free thrower or offensive player. you don't realize the physical beating he takes gaurding shaq.

 

[mjbailey21 10+ year member]

wallace was never a good free thrower or offensive player. you don't realize the physical beating he takes gaurding shaq.

I see the beating he takes guarding shaq. Have you seen Wallace's FT stats this series? They have gotten in his head. Sure he's always sucked **** at shooting free throws, but OH MY GOD!!!!

 

[iceteebone 5,000+ posts]

I see the beating he takes guarding shaq. Have you seen Wallace's FT stats this series? They have gotten in his head. Sure he's always sucked **** at shooting free throws, but OH MY GOD!!!!

because an already bad free throw shooter is struggling at the line, means he's washed up?

 

[Soul Reaper]

Ben is clearly not the same player he was during the regular season and the playoffs last year. I can't honestly tell you why. But by the look in his eyes and expression he makes when he gets called for a foul, I'd guess that he feels there is nothing more he can do to guard Shaq. It seems like he feels he's getting called for some cheap fouls, and I can't say I disagree. I saw one last game where they claimed he extended his forearm against shaq, and I totally disagreed with the call. So maybe he is just frustrated and it's taking a toll on him mentally.

 

[gHOstFaCe 10+ year member]

Question....If the best defensive player in the league can't guard Shaq...Who from The Suns or Mavs is gonna cover him? Who will cover Wade? If they are double teamed, who will cover the other solid shooters?

Heat for teh win!

 

[iceteebone 5,000+ posts]

everybody said last year what was wrong with ben but he rebounded against san antonio. with all the shots he's taking to the head, he is probably dizzy and can't see the rim straight to knock down free throws

 

[mjbailey21 10+ year member]

because an already bad free throw shooter is struggling at the line, means he's washed up?

what? washed up? what?

 

[mjbailey21 10+ year member]

everybody said last year what was wrong with ben but he rebounded against san antonio. with all the shots he's taking to the head, he is probably dizzy and can't see the rim straight to knock down free throws

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[mjbailey21 10+ year member]

Question....If the best defensive player in the league can't guard Shaq...Who from The Suns or Mavs is gonna cover him? Who will cover Wade? If they are double teamed, who will cover the other solid shooters?
Heat for teh win!

I remember the Heat having Shaq and Wade on the roster last season. Am I missing something?

 

[Beat_Dominator 5,000+ posts]

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[gHOstFaCe 10+ year member]

I remember the Heat having Shaq and Wade on the roster last season. Am I missing something?

Both Shaq and Wade had injuries that limited their performance and efficiency. Neither could elevate for proper shots or rebound well, and against a good Pistons team, were ineffective.

This time 'round they are both healthy and controlling the tempo of the games.

 

[Expy2K 10+ year member]

I would just like to say I hope Miami buttfuks the Pistons tonight..

Tired of hearing about the Pistons, they are bunch of school girl bitches..

Same for the Mavs too, they played like shit, how the fuk does Griffen out score Dirk? ah ha ha ha

Oh well..

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