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Post by drewski6 on Oct 26, 2023 14:36:05 GMT -5
You should upgrade Jrue too. Celtics dispatched Jrue Holiday as primary defender on Julius Randle in last night’s opener. Randle when Holiday was the primary defender, per NBA tracking data: 2 PTS 1-10 FG 2 BLK Knicks were 4-23 FG with Holiday as defender. (10-48 FG vs Holiday and Porzingis) I'm expecting big things from Jrue, but overall last night was not a good game for him. Jrue Holiday’s defense last night: Julius Randle: 1/10 FG Jalen Brunson: 0/4 FG RJ Barrett: 1/4 FG
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Post by Admin on Oct 26, 2023 14:37:09 GMT -5
Porzingis was just as good defensively as he was offensively! he is a beast.
but can he for an entire season & playoffs or is he the next Brogdon?
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Post by puddin on Oct 26, 2023 14:41:21 GMT -5
Buying and carrying guns requires ZERO training in 41 of 50 states.
There are no national standards.
Pud
I don't have a problem with require training to carry as long as that isn't made so cumbersome as to be an intentional barrier You may have no problem requiring training.
Others do.
If national standards are ever considered, you will hear the NRA calling out those who want to regulate guns based on required training..... as gun grabbers whose real goal is to take away from law abiding citizens their means of defending themselves from Godless heathens who hate Jesus and who hate America!
First they take away your guns..... then they will take away your bibles.... and then they take away your freedoms.
Pud
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Post by dfries13 on Oct 26, 2023 14:53:49 GMT -5
I don't have a problem with require training to carry as long as that isn't made so cumbersome as to be an intentional barrier You may have no problem requiring training.
Others do.
If national standards are ever considered, you will hear the NRA calling out those who want to regulate guns based on required training..... as gun grabbers whose real goal is to take away from law abiding citizens their means of defending themselves from Godless heathens who hate Jesus and who hate America!
First they take away your guns..... then they will take away your bibles.... and then they take away your freedoms.
Pud
Which Bible will they take? What language?? I have over 100.. This is the problem as much as the guns. How Many Versions of the Bible Are There? In this list of Bible versions, there are currently 104 completed Bible versions. If we include partial versions and incomplete translations, there are approximately 150 different versions of the Bible. How Many Versions of the Bible Are There in English? We believe that there are currently about 50 main versions of the Bible in English. But if we count all the revisions from the first English translation, there are more than 100 versions in English.
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Post by cole on Oct 26, 2023 15:01:56 GMT -5
I don't have a problem with require training to carry as long as that isn't made so cumbersome as to be an intentional barrier You may have no problem requiring training.
Others do.
If national standards are ever considered, you will hear the NRA calling out those who want to regulate guns based on required training..... as gun grabbers whose real goal is to take away from law abiding citizens their means of defending themselves from Godless heathens who hate Jesus and who hate America!
First they take away your guns..... then they will take away your bibles.... and then they take away your freedoms.
Pud
And folks on the other side will try to use it to create ridiculous hoops as a work around to take all guns if they can Such is the state of our divided country.
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Post by kyceltic on Oct 26, 2023 15:15:56 GMT -5
They are NOT news, they have admitted that. My plan is to not get shot, say nothing, give them whatever they want, and run like hell the second I get a chance. Random, too, not in a straight line.
So the training instructor can't pick you off ... LOL!
I hope the old saying "he zigged when he should have zagged" doesn't come in to play!
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Post by puddin on Oct 26, 2023 15:23:03 GMT -5
You may have no problem requiring training.
Others do.
If national standards are ever considered, you will hear the NRA calling out those who want to regulate guns based on required training..... as gun grabbers whose real goal is to take away from law abiding citizens their means of defending themselves from Godless heathens who hate Jesus and who hate America!
First they take away your guns..... then they will take away your bibles.... and then they take away your freedoms.
Pud
And folks on the other side will try to use it to create ridiculous hoops as a work around to take all guns if they canSuch is the state of our divided country. That's basic fearmongering.... and the gun lobby uses it to sells a whole lot of product.
Pud
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Post by Admin on Oct 26, 2023 15:33:25 GMT -5
What they’re saying in New York after Kristaps Porzingis’ Celtics debut (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, Pool) By Nick O'Malley | nomalley@masslive.com
Kristaps Porzingis returned to Madison Square Garden Wednesday night and absolutely lit up the New York Knicks.
In his debut game with the Boston Celtics, Porzingis dropped 30 points and played solid defense against the Knicks, the team that drafted him back in 2015.
After being greeted with chants of “(Expletive) Porzingis” from the Garden crowd, the Latvia native helped close out the comeback win for Boston with a clutch 3-pointer in the closing minutes.
Here’s how New York media is reacting to Porzingis’ performance:
Stefan Bondy, New York Post
“An old enemy in new digs punished the Knicks on opening night. ... The Latvian looked like Larry Bird in green and white, dropping 30 points against his former team, including nine in the final 2 ¹/₂ minutes while the Knicks’ offense went ice cold.”
Ian Begley, SNY
“Porzingis looked like a Latvian Larry Bird in his Celtics debut. He had 30 points and hit five of his nine three-point attempts. Porzingis also went 9-for-10 from the free-throw line and blocked four shots.”
Wally Szczerbiak, Knicks on MSG
“That’s why the Celtics got Kristaps Porzingis. This guy is a difference-maker, the way he can shoot the ball at that size. He’s impossible to match up with when you have a center that can stretch you to 25 feet. He knocked down 25-foot 3′s. He had 30 points today, shot it at a high percentage, didn’t need volume looms. That was an impressive performance coming back in the Garden, and you’re right. That’s the headline, the ‘Ghost of Kristaps Past.’”
Tim Bontemps, ESPN
“It was a dream start for Porzingis, as he set a franchise record for most points in a Celtics debut, surpassing Dominique Wilkins’ 25 in 1994.”
Fred Katz, The Athletic
“There is a very loud ‘(Expletive) Porzingis’ chant going on in the Garden that I’m certain someone at ESPN is freaking out about’
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News
Porzingis lit it up in New York City, peppering The Garden with a barrage of threes the Knicks couldn’t contain. He started his new season in green-and-white with 30 points on 8-of-15 shooting from the field and five-of-nine shooting from downtown.
Mike Vaccaro, New York Post
“(The Knicks) aren’t likely to often face a two-man wrecking crew like Tatum and Porzingis, who combined for 64 points and 19 rebounds, with Porzingis adding four blocks, much to the chagrin of 19,812 Garden denizens who serenaded him with scatological hymns down the stretch.
Alan Hahn, Knicks on MSG
“His intimidation early in the game, you saw a lot of hesitation of going into the paint against him with his long arms. We know this guy. We know that’s who he is when he’s healthy and at his best. That’s why the Celtics went out and got him, because of his versatility
Steve Popper, Newsday
“I guess not everyone uses that jersey buyback program - decent number of Knicks’ Porzingis jerseys in the crowd at MSG.”
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Post by Admin on Oct 26, 2023 15:43:23 GMT -5
and here's how ex-Celtics fared on their opening nights with their new teams:
Former Celtics roundup: Looking at Marcus Smart debut and more By Souichi Terada
Marcus Smart, GrizzliesStatline: 17 points, three assists, two steals, five turnovers on 6-of-11 shooting, 2-of-6 on 3-pointers in 32 minutes. Grizzlies lost to the Pelicans 111-104. Smart will continue to see a larger role with Ja Morant serving his 25-game suspension to start the year. The Grizzlies should be fighting for a West playoff spot, though they have yet to advance to the second round with their current core despite regular-season success. It was a solid debut for Smart as he impacted the game. It’ll be interesting to see how the Grizzlies utilize Smart when Morant returns, though.
Grant Williams, MavericksStatline: 17 points, six rebounds, one block, three turnovers on 6-of-11 shooting, 4-of-8 on 3-pointers in 35 minutes. Mavericks beat the Spurs 126-119 in Victor Wembanyama’s NBA debut. Williams wanted a big payday and more minutes, which is exactly what he got from the Mavericks. He showed off his solid 3-point shooting in the victory as Williams also got the start. It’ll remain to be seen how the Mavericks look like this season with Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic leading the way, but they at least came away with the season-opening win.
Robert Williams III, Trail BlazersStatline: 10 points, seven rebounds, one block, four steals, two turnovers on 5-for-7 shooting in 23 minutes. Trail Blazers lost to the Clippers 123-111. Williams had an injury scare during the preseason, which kept him out of action as he made his Blazers debut Wednesday. But he was healthy enough to suit up in the season opener, which is a positive sign. As expected, the Blazers are going to be cautious with the injury-prone big man. But Williams stuffed the box score when he was on the court, just like he’s done in recent seasons for the Celtics.
Malcolm Brogdon, Trail BlazersStatline: 20 points, two rebounds, five assists, one turnover on 8-for-16 shooting, 3-of-5 on 3-pointers in 23 minutes. Trail Blazers lost to the Clippers 123-111. Brogdon continued coming off the bench, just like with the Celtics, though this time it’s for the rebuilding Blazers. The guard led the team in points despite only playing 23 minutes, though it was a tough night for the young squad in the opening-night loss. Keep an eye on the Brogdon situation as contenders could come calling for his services near the trade deadline.
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Post by Admin on Oct 26, 2023 15:46:56 GMT -5
No Booker or Beal vs Lakers for tonight's (Thurs) game on TNT @ 10PM ...
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Post by puddin on Oct 26, 2023 17:05:39 GMT -5
and here's how ex-Celtics fared on their opening nights with their new teams:
Former Celtics roundup: Looking at Marcus Smart debut and more By Souichi Terada
Marcus Smart, GrizzliesStatline: 17 points, three assists, two steals, five turnovers on 6-of-11 shooting, 2-of-6 on 3-pointers in 32 minutes. Grizzlies lost to the Pelicans 111-104. Smart will continue to see a larger role with Ja Morant serving his 25-game suspension to start the year. The Grizzlies should be fighting for a West playoff spot, though they have yet to advance to the second round with their current core despite regular-season success. It was a solid debut for Smart as he impacted the game. It’ll be interesting to see how the Grizzlies utilize Smart when Morant returns, though.
Grant Williams, MavericksStatline: 17 points, six rebounds, one block, three turnovers on 6-of-11 shooting, 4-of-8 on 3-pointers in 35 minutes. Mavericks beat the Spurs 126-119 in Victor Wembanyama’s NBA debut. Williams wanted a big payday and more minutes, which is exactly what he got from the Mavericks. He showed off his solid 3-point shooting in the victory as Williams also got the start. It’ll remain to be seen how the Mavericks look like this season with Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic leading the way, but they at least came away with the season-opening win.
Robert Williams III, Trail BlazersStatline: 10 points, seven rebounds, one block, four steals, two turnovers on 5-for-7 shooting in 23 minutes. Trail Blazers lost to the Clippers 123-111. Williams had an injury scare during the preseason, which kept him out of action as he made his Blazers debut Wednesday. But he was healthy enough to suit up in the season opener, which is a positive sign. As expected, the Blazers are going to be cautious with the injury-prone big man. But Williams stuffed the box score when he was on the court, just like he’s done in recent seasons for the Celtics.
Malcolm Brogdon, Trail BlazersStatline: 20 points, two rebounds, five assists, one turnover on 8-for-16 shooting, 3-of-5 on 3-pointers in 23 minutes. Trail Blazers lost to the Clippers 123-111. Brogdon continued coming off the bench, just like with the Celtics, though this time it’s for the rebuilding Blazers. The guard led the team in points despite only playing 23 minutes, though it was a tough night for the young squad in the opening-night loss. Keep an eye on the Brogdon situation as contenders could come calling for his services near the trade deadline.
I watched Smarticus last night during the 4Q and winced a lot.
He is not a distributor nor is he a quality PG.
He is a 6th man, elite defender and closer.
Morant handling the ball when the game is on the line is/will be a much better option for the Grizzlies.
Pud
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Post by cole on Oct 26, 2023 17:58:01 GMT -5
And folks on the other side will try to use it to create ridiculous hoops as a work around to take all guns if they canSuch is the state of our divided country. That's basic fearmongering.... and the gun lobby uses it to sells a whole lot of product.
Pud
You're right. Every time a Democrat comes out recommending gun legislation, sales soar. Sometimes I think THEY work for the "gun lobby"
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Post by hedleylamarr on Oct 27, 2023 4:54:07 GMT -5
That's basic fearmongering.... and the gun lobby uses it to sells a whole lot of product.
Pud
You're right. Every time a Democrat comes out recommending gun legislation, sales soar. Sometimes I think THEY work for the "gun lobby" It's all about fear: Democrats - if you elect a Republican, they're going to come for your Social Security Repugs- if you elect a Democrat, they're coming for your guns. Neither of which has ever happened............since Reagan, that shit!
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Post by rkarp1 on Oct 27, 2023 5:24:25 GMT -5
You should upgrade Jrue too. Celtics dispatched Jrue Holiday as primary defender on Julius Randle in last night’s opener. Randle when Holiday was the primary defender, per NBA tracking data: 2 PTS 1-10 FG 2 BLK Knicks were 4-23 FG with Holiday as defender. (10-48 FG vs Holiday and Porzingis) I'm expecting big things from Jrue, but overall last night was not a good game for him. again, put defense into your grading curve
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Post by puddin on Oct 27, 2023 5:24:34 GMT -5
You're right. Every time a Democrat comes out recommending gun legislation, sales soar. Sometimes I think THEY work for the "gun lobby" It's all about fear: Democrats - if you elect a Republican, they're going to come for your Social Security Repugs- if you elect a Democrat, they're coming for your guns. Neither of which has ever happened............since Reagan, that shit! Gun reform will not happen until one or more of these guns rights crazies gets into state or federal congressional gatherings and unloads a few clips, taking out normally very well protected politicians.
At that point, pols will fear, not for their political but for their physical survival, change will shift into high gear and popular common sense gun reform might have a chance.
Short of that, nothing can happen.
The gun lobby is way too strong.
BTW, neither party will touch social security reform.
Pud
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Post by cole on Oct 27, 2023 6:45:12 GMT -5
It's all about fear: Democrats - if you elect a Republican, they're going to come for your Social Security Repugs- if you elect a Democrat, they're coming for your guns. Neither of which has ever happened............since Reagan, that shit! Gun reform will not happen until one or more of these guns rights crazies gets into state or federal congressional gatherings and unloads a few clips, taking out normally very well protected politicians.
At that point, pols will fear, not for their political but for their physical survival, change will shift into high gear and popular common sense gun reform might have a chance.
Short of that, nothing can happen.
The gun lobby is way too strong.
BTW, neither party will touch social security reform.
Pud I guess you missed the scalise shooting.
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Post by puddin on Oct 27, 2023 7:01:06 GMT -5
Gun reform will not happen until one or more of these guns rights crazies gets into state or federal congressional gatherings and unloads a few clips, taking out normally very well protected politicians.
At that point, pols will fear, not for their political but for their physical survival, change will shift into high gear and popular common sense gun reform might have a chance.
Short of that, nothing can happen.
The gun lobby is way too strong.
BTW, neither party will touch social security reform.
Pud I guess you missed the scalise shooting. Maybe I did. How many died?
I'm talking Scalise on a much larger scale.
Pud
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Post by cole on Oct 27, 2023 7:03:18 GMT -5
I guess you missed the scalise shooting. Maybe I did. How many died?
I'm talking Scalise on a much larger scale.
Pud
Fortunately democrats can't shoot, I guess.
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Post by kyceltic on Oct 27, 2023 10:20:30 GMT -5
Who's Jrue guarding tonight, Herro, or Butler? How will the Unicorn do against Bam? Will Brown bounce back from a subpar first game? Will our bench play better, and will we see Svi and Stevens? I'm starting to get that nervous feeling, just thinking about it!!
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Post by hedleylamarr on Oct 27, 2023 10:21:16 GMT -5
A true pro:
Now in his eighth NBA season, the 31-year old point guard would be a strong addition to any team in championship contention. After a very long summer of uncertainty, Brogdon has been very open and accepting of his role as a mentor and backup with Portland’s young squad. “Man, I’m just trying to be a pro,” Malcolm Brogdon told ClutchPoints in an exclusive interview after the Blazers’ season opening loss against the Clippers. “I’m a guy that relies on my work. So staying in the gym is really how I’ve been able to adjust. If your game is sharp and you’re ready for every opportunity and every change, you’re going to be fine no matter where you’re at. So for me, it’s keeping my head down and working.” – via Tomer Azarly @ Clutch Points Malcolm Brogdon, Portland Trail Blazers
Malcolm Brogdon was mentally prepared to join the Clippers
At two points this offseason — during the three-team trade talks that fell apart back in June and the Jrue Holiday trade in October — Brogdon says he was already mentally preparing himself to be a Clipper alongside Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. “Absolutely,” Brogdon confirmed to ClutchPoints. “Absolutely. You know, once Jrue was traded from Milwaukee, I knew Boston had a lot of interest in him and I figured Boston would have a good run at getting him because I was a guy that they were open to trading.” “I was a guy that’s viewed as a good vet in the league and to teams. I have good value in the league. So a team like Portland could either keep me as a good vet or flip me. I knew that Boston would be in play to get [Jrue Holiday]. So I did start to mentally prepare to be here [in Los Angeles].” – via Tomer Azarly @ Clutch Points Top Rumors, Malcolm Brogdon, Los Angeles Clippers, Portland Trail Blazers
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Post by hedleylamarr on Oct 27, 2023 10:22:39 GMT -5
Who's Jrue guarding tonight, Herro, or Butler? How will the Unicorn do against Bam? Will Brown bounce back from a subpar first game? Will our bench play better, and will we see Svi and Stevens? I'm starting to get that nervous feeling, just thinking about it!! He will be guarding Butler at some point. Maybe at the end of the game? If it's close, of course
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Post by rkarp1 on Oct 27, 2023 10:46:18 GMT -5
Who's Jrue guarding tonight, Herro, or Butler? How will the Unicorn do against Bam? Will Brown bounce back from a subpar first game? Will our bench play better, and will we see Svi and Stevens? I'm starting to get that nervous feeling, just thinking about it!! wow. fwiw, just about the least worry I would have about this season is J Brown.
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Post by kyceltic on Oct 27, 2023 11:19:02 GMT -5
A true pro: Now in his eighth NBA season, the 31-year old point guard would be a strong addition to any team in championship contention. After a very long summer of uncertainty, Brogdon has been very open and accepting of his role as a mentor and backup with Portland’s young squad. “Man, I’m just trying to be a pro,” Malcolm Brogdon told ClutchPoints in an exclusive interview after the Blazers’ season opening loss against the Clippers. “I’m a guy that relies on my work. So staying in the gym is really how I’ve been able to adjust. If your game is sharp and you’re ready for every opportunity and every change, you’re going to be fine no matter where you’re at. So for me, it’s keeping my head down and working.” – via Tomer Azarly @ Clutch Points Malcolm Brogdon, Portland Trail Blazers Malcolm Brogdon was mentally prepared to join the Clippers At two points this offseason — during the three-team trade talks that fell apart back in June and the Jrue Holiday trade in October — Brogdon says he was already mentally preparing himself to be a Clipper alongside Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. “Absolutely,” Brogdon confirmed to ClutchPoints. “Absolutely. You know, once Jrue was traded from Milwaukee, I knew Boston had a lot of interest in him and I figured Boston would have a good run at getting him because I was a guy that they were open to trading.” “I was a guy that’s viewed as a good vet in the league and to teams. I have good value in the league. So a team like Portland could either keep me as a good vet or flip me. I knew that Boston would be in play to get [Jrue Holiday]. So I did start to mentally prepare to be here [in Los Angeles].” – via Tomer Azarly @ Clutch Points Top Rumors, Malcolm Brogdon, Los Angeles Clippers, Portland Trail Blazers I wish him the best! Who knows what would have happened if he had been healthy.
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Post by dfries13 on Oct 27, 2023 11:26:31 GMT -5
Who's Jrue guarding tonight, Herro, or Butler? How will the Unicorn do against Bam? Will Brown bounce back from a subpar first game? Will our bench play better, and will we see Svi and Stevens? I'm starting to get that nervous feeling, just thinking about it!! wow. fwiw, just about the least worry I would have about this season is J Brown. Ah yeah no worries here either.. Folks are reading too much into one game. Brown led the team in assists and had less turnovers than Tatum..
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Post by drewski6 on Oct 27, 2023 12:29:31 GMT -5
Who's Jrue guarding tonight, Herro, or Butler? How will the Unicorn do against Bam? Will Brown bounce back from a subpar first game? Will our bench play better, and will we see Svi and Stevens? I'm starting to get that nervous feeling, just thinking about it!! Only thing that differs for me is the word "nervous". Im excited for game 2
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