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Hornets vs Lakers, Game 1


Here we go! The seventh seeded Hornets open up the playoffs today against the second seeded Lakers. Almost no one is giving the Hornets a chance to win even one game... even the most optimistic of projectors see the Hornets winning just one game. The Lakers are ten point favorites for this game, which is a bit embarrassing and implies the Hornets have basically no chance.

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Key Matchups

Chris Paul vs Derek Fisher

Look, there is one way the Hornets to compete in this series, and it's pretty simple- Chris Paul, the rightful MVP from a few years ago, shows up. The Lakers one weakness is speed- they can't cover super quick point guards, and they don't like to run the floor. This Hornets team isn't built to run the floor, but (when he's at full strength) they do have the best of super quick point guards in Chris Paul. If CP3 goes retro, he could potentially put up 30 points and 12 assists a game or so. Even that might not be enough, but it would give the Hornets a shot.

Emeka Okafor and Carl Landry vs Andrew Bynum and Pau Gasol

Forget Kobe Bryant.... these two are the Lakers main weapon, especially against the Hornets. According to espn, Bynum and Gasol sport 5 inches and over 30 pounds on the Hornets duo, but I personally think even that understates the size advantage here. In the last meeting between the two teams, Gasol and Bynum overpowered the Hornets for 36 points on 14 of 20 shooting, 21 boards, and five blocks. Landry and Oak actually had decent days on the offensive end, but to win they need to limit the Lakers big men while contributing on the offensive end. Bonus- watch out for the big Gray-monster. Given the Lakers size, Gray will receive significant playing time. He's been pretty effective when called upon recently, so let's hope he keeps that up.

Trevor Ariza vs Kobe Bryant

Bryant went off for 30 points on 11 of 25 shooting last time the two meet, while Ariza had just 4 points on 2 of 7 shooting. Honestly, against the Lakers, it's ok for Koba to score 25-30 points against you.... but you can't let him do it effectiently. Make him stop the ball and take 30-35 shots to get his points, and you've got a shot. Ariza needs to make Kobe work the whole series.

Prediction

The Lakers are ten point favorites. Honestly, this is the match up every Hornets fan dreaded... too much size, too much strength, too much talent. I hate to be a doubter, but my gut and recent history both say the Hornets can't keep up with the Lake show.

Lakers 104, Hornets 82... Lakers sweep the series

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Gotta Go Play The Game

No matter how any of us feel, how someone like Barkley feels, how all the media outlets feel, the game still has to go out there and be played. No matter what happens, this series isn’t over until one team wins four games. Until then, got out there and compete. Go out there and play your best basketball and leave it all out on the court. The Hornets don’t have the greatest team in the world and they’re playing the two time defending champions. I get the reason why everyone is doubting them. I see why Lakers fans are ecstatic this is who they’re playing. But this is a game of basketball. This is why they play the game. A Hornets win would shock the world! I’d love to see it! Let’s make it happen, boys!

Go Hornets!

"You play to win the game."

by MrWayneKeller on Apr 17, 2011 12:59 PM CDT reply actions  

finally playoff time!

Go Hornets ! I’m In !!! Beat LA!

by saintsbrasil on Apr 17, 2011 1:02 PM CDT reply actions  

Too negative Andrew!

Let’s not let the media dictate this winner. Let’s not let Stern dictate this winner. Let’s have Phil Jackson spitting bile about the NBA-owned team advantage. Let’s have Kobe cursing and getting fined. Let’s see the do-the-impossible-style Hornets that was the last team defeated in the regular season, and that won 10 games in a row today and for at least three more games against these would-be-3-peat champs.

Geaux Hornets!

by m-W on Apr 17, 2011 1:16 PM CDT reply actions  

This is my getting pumped for the playoffs song

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOdtcUHLpyk

Not that it has anything to do with sports or the like, but it’s working for me.

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 1:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Mystikal

“Bouncin’ Back” is doing the trick for me right now!

"You play to win the game."

by MrWayneKeller on Apr 17, 2011 1:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Here we go. Us girly girls of the world have great minds. I know i have a great mind because unlike the rest of the media, i’m not underrating the Hornets. You guys do the one thing that all teams must do to win a title. Play defense. The games are not played on paper, they are played on the damn hardwood. Here is to a good game and series with no injuries. Kisses.

by California Girly Girl on Apr 17, 2011 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Yes!

If I am good I could add years to my life / I would rather add some life to my years.

by Jay Preece on Apr 17, 2011 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Mine is stand up get crunk...

Always get’s me going..

"I'm in the Courtroom screaming Who Dat on the double, serving gumbo with a shovel, dog i'm on another level" -Jay Electonica

by triplea20x on Apr 17, 2011 2:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am so pumped!

I cant wait to watch my Hornets play! About time to shock the world Hornets, I know ya can do it!! New Orleans Hornets NBA Champions! Haha wouldnt that be sweet! Wow I am a lil to worked up!! GO HORNETS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 2:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Get a few last shots in Marco and co.

Have to shot well, play big Oak and Gray—go Hornets, beat the Lakers

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 2:22 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

I really wish I had some Hornets gear to sport for the game!

Gonna have to order some eventually lol….feel weird not wearing a team jersey or shirt during playoff time!

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 2:28 PM CDT reply actions  

I probably will be too riled up to chime in today

So I just wanted to stop in and say GEAUX HORNETS!

Play your pace but don’t afraid for a CP fast break, limit TOs, and get their bigs in foul trouble.

And again… GEAUX HORNETS!

Reppin' the Lafayette Hornets fans.

by RyanCaz on Apr 17, 2011 2:29 PM CDT reply actions  

I just hope it is not a typical Hornets-afternoon-game. Does anybody know how the Lakers did in these kinda games throughout the season?
Man, I am pumped. Geaux Hornets

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 2:29 PM CDT reply actions  

Also, my dog made me express ship this shirt in the mail

It’s my obligatory bad photoshop job of the day

Reppin' the Lafayette Hornets fans.

by RyanCaz on Apr 17, 2011 2:34 PM CDT reply actions  

end the game now: we are leading .;-)

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 2:34 PM CDT reply actions  

we lookin alrite early…just gotta keep it up and nice pick ryan!

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 2:36 PM CDT reply actions  

good start.keep it up guys

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 2:38 PM CDT reply actions  

nice move by okafur

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 2:47 PM CDT reply actions  

atdhe.fm

they have at least one working link right now

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 2:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

They keep playin somewhat like this they could give the defendin champs some problems!

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 2:52 PM CDT reply actions  

ummm unfortunatley i dont…..wish i could help you out..try googling it thats what i usually do for some games til i find one lol…

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 2:53 PM CDT reply actions  

ok ^^ I'm watching it live ^^

I’m watching it live after all…

I like how we have started so far. Hornets are playing intense but loose. very aggressive.

Ariza can’t get anything to drop but he’s going after it very hard, helped to send Bynum to the bench.

Ditto Gray. Block on Kobe was goal tend, but it was the right idea.

Beli nice defense on Kobe so far.

Everyone is playing hard so far!!

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 2:53 PM CDT reply actions  

They really picked up the pace. The only way to have a chance – that and making your shots.

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 2:54 PM CDT reply actions  

One quarter down and a two point lead…..lets try and build on it! bad pass there lol…

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 2:57 PM CDT reply actions  

First Quarter

We played very well in the Quarter.

Too bad about the last posession. Lakers are tough, they capitalize on most mistakes unfortunately.

We’re hanging in there with Okafor on the bench however.

Lakers will make their run sooner or later, so we gotta be ready.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:00 PM CDT reply actions  

I am lovin this!

I really think we will win this game!

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 3:04 PM CDT reply actions  

DJ Mbenga fade away.....

GOT IT!!! I trusted it all the way lol

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 3:06 PM CDT reply actions  

The game is still long, but its great to see so far

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:06 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah

Definitely uplifting to see the Hornets come out like this.

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

I know

and the bigs are really banging

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

I like that they deliberately keep the pace up. I just the can keep it up

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

YEAH!!

Nice RIP move too by Jack as well.

That Lakers announcer just needs to get over it. It’s a rip move, and he drew the foul.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

now if kobe did it

he would say nothing but good call

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

hope

gray smith and mbenga can keep up the banging

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:07 PM CDT reply actions  

For sure

Liked Mbenga’s defense on that one play on Bynum

by Rohan on Apr 17, 2011 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

totally

I was calling for that… it’s oo hard when you jump into the playoffs after a 40 game layoff.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Marco 3-5 2-2 from 3's that is what the Hornets need keep making shots Hornets

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Jarret Jack!!!

Can’t miss two freethrows like that!!!

"I'm in the Courtroom screaming Who Dat on the double, serving gumbo with a shovel, dog i'm on another level" -Jay Electonica

by triplea20x on Apr 17, 2011 3:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Why not?

You play defense the way NOLA does and have the best point guard in basketball (in my opinion), why not? Look how they’re playing now…

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 3:10 PM CDT reply actions  

beli

attacking the boards amazing

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:12 PM CDT reply actions  

get to the rim Hornets, don't settle

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:12 PM CDT reply actions  

well make them if you take them lol, nice shot Jack

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Hard to get to the rim against LA

Hornets r gonna have t oshoot well from outside to have a chance

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 3:13 PM CDT reply actions  

still have to try though, several jump shots in a row

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wow I love how active this thread is.

As a usual member of CSC, I’m usually troubled by how quiet the game threads are here, but today, it’s great!!! Geaux Hornets! Beat LA!!

"I'm in the Courtroom screaming Who Dat on the double, serving gumbo with a shovel, dog i'm on another level" -Jay Electonica

by triplea20x on Apr 17, 2011 3:14 PM CDT reply actions  

wish the nba

would get some impartial announcers

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:14 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm fine with Van Gundy

Even though he drools over Kobe. But I find him entertaining at least. Mark Jackson on the other hand…. just awful.

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Van Gundy usually is very impartial

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

A little too many Js for my taste. As long as they go in (against the Lakers they probably have to) its alright though

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:16 PM CDT reply actions  

Time out

Love the energy. Everyone’s playing well. I forgive Ariza for now for his misses, coz he looks like he’s giving his all.

That double clutch jumper by Kobe reminded me of MJ a bit. ^^

Our bigs are muscling. Nice hard foul on Mbenga.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:16 PM CDT reply actions  

I don't know

I don’t know what our +/- is with CP out, but we’ve been holding our own for sure!

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

there you go Marco!

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

our free throw shooting this game hasnt looked good at all tho…

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 3:18 PM CDT reply actions  

to staight in the paint--awesome

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:18 PM CDT reply actions  

I really hope the

refs don’t throw this game like the bulls and heat games

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:19 PM CDT reply actions  

getting in the paint to the line, nice

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:20 PM CDT reply actions  

Okafor

He set a VERY hard pick on fisher that almost sent him flying.

Green is holding his own against Kobe, depsite the one “ane-one”. Hand in his face each time, just made him airball.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:21 PM CDT reply actions  

make your fts

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:21 PM CDT reply actions  

hell yeaz on the fast break

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:22 PM CDT reply actions  

gray and 1

I thought they weren’t gunna call it

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:23 PM CDT reply actions  

Aaron Gray can rebound the basketball

Guy needs some minutes…wouldya know, the AND 1!

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 3:23 PM CDT reply actions  

LOVING IT !!!!!

Awesome bullet pass by CP3!!!

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 3:23 PM CDT reply actions  

That was one hell of a bullet. only saw it in the replay

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

yep

and great fisnih as well… that will send Bynum back to the bench!

and Paul had a steal, and poked the ball loose on the next possession—lakers were lucky they got that one back for a score./

I like the interference Jack ran on Paul’s steal, effectively keeping the only Laker away from the ball…

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Paul!

SWEET pass. Dude is on point so far.

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 3:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Paul is looking amazing with his vision right now

and where were these offensive play calls during the season I haven’t seen many of these offensive plays before today

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:25 PM CDT reply actions  

I guess your King for a reason

Thats the best guest post I’ve heard in a while Sir Henry lol

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 3:25 PM CDT reply actions  

It may be hard to get to the rim on the Lakers, but the Hornets are doing it/taking it to the rim

getting fouls and the lead—keep it up

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Boos in the Arena!

Can’t get much better than that ^^

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Landy is looking to attack eveytime, this is a great sign

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Bynum in foul trouble is huge

Negates Okafor’s 3 fouls…god I hope they play this way in the 2nd half. Btw RoxFan, being a Hornets fan in CO….awesome

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 3:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Welcome to the site btw!

Nice to have so many people hanging out

by Rohan on Apr 17, 2011 3:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

yup

 but only two for 8 from the ft line

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:28 PM CDT reply actions  

artest

great flop by beli

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:29 PM CDT reply actions  

Let's go Hornets!

Mavs fan here, but I HATE the Spurs and Lakers!

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 3:30 PM CDT reply actions  

finally called a foul

ariza keeps getting hacked and these refs arnt calling any fouls on pau

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Does Mark Jackson EVER

say his “R’s?”

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 3:30 PM CDT reply actions  

PAU

has been cut he’s done lol

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:31 PM CDT reply actions  

finish off the half right Hornets...keep attacking the paint; two more and get the W

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:31 PM CDT reply actions  

I guess the FAKE

show really misses Bynum, Kobe as MVP my buttcrack….

Brad James

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With Coach Zorro on our side, we will slice opponents to ribbons. Tim Tebow gives me hope and I already have faith and charity in my heart! I see a propitious future rife with Lombardis for our Broncos!

by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 3:32 PM CDT reply actions  

I live in Utah

but I love my Broncos :)

Brad James

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With Coach Zorro on our side, we will slice opponents to ribbons. Tim Tebow gives me hope and I already have faith and charity in my heart! I see a propitious future rife with Lombardis for our Broncos!

by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 3:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

both--Heat fan who also likes the Hornets and hates the Lakers

and I know you are a Sixer fan, so lets just root for the Hornets today ;)

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

yup

agreed I am cheering for the hornets right now

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

CPeffin3!

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:34 PM CDT reply actions  

y not?

NEver did like Kobe to egotistic from the beginning of his career

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

I guess

but when he doesn’t win he whines which I don’t respect

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

ditto

I hope not either. but our top scorer is out so if Kobe’s hurt, then oh well.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

What's up with all these wacky late-second shots

screw you Bryant, rapist scumbag. You and Ben Rapistberger should be roomies in hell

Brad James

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 3:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Im actually a Hornets fan lol...

Bryants down….and pueblo I am actually from Iowa lol

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 3:34 PM CDT reply actions  

o ok

thats cool glad to hear it

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

that 3 really hurt. why would that go in!? why?

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:36 PM CDT reply actions  

8 point lead

Gotta be happy with that. Chris Paul is playing like Chris freaking Paul and then some.

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 3:37 PM CDT reply actions  

yup

so glad really had no expectations but ecstatic about the lead

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thats true. I really hope the Hornets come out gangbasta in the 3rd

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

yep

too bad about the lucky heave ho b Artest at the end, but that’s the NBA… heh.

I love the way every player is playing for the Hornets.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lakers

Lakers will make their run in the 2nd half… hope we can counter.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

yup

More worried about the refs though

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

and that is sad

that I am actually worried about the refs throwing it

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 3:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

This team is playing really physical. I hope the refs let them play like that in the 2nd half.

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:40 PM CDT reply actions  

yep, taking it to the Lakers, getting in that paint

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

58% shooting and 50% from 3's (3-6) not jacking up as many jumpers...

aggressive wins—stay that way Hornets

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Offensive explosion

55 points against Lakers in the half on 58% FGs—that’s pretty solid.

Held the Lakers to 42% shooting, solid swarming defense.

Can we sustain it?

Keys to winning:

1. Keep making shots ^^

2. Take it strong at Bynum. Nexst player who draws a foul on Bynum gets a gold star! nr. 5 on Bynum gets 3 gold stars!!

3. Hope Okafor stays out of foul trouble and gets more touches.

4. Continue physical bruising play under the basket.

5. Make them shoot jumpers.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Landry is looking to drive every chance he gets--keep doing that

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

yes... so is Ariza

So is Ariza… with less effect, but he’s taking it hard ^^

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

agree, it is the team in general--in the middle of the 2nd after about 4 or 5 jumpers in a row...

they started trying to get in the paint

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by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

NBA Experts:

the Mavericks are soft and the Hornets are the consensus pick to get swept. Uh?…..

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I agree

" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
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by born in areacode 318 on Apr 17, 2011 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Most surprising stat.

Lamar Odom: 14 mins., 0-2 FGM-A, no rebounds, no blocks, one steal.

I think Gasol comes back in force the second half, or if he doesn’t it’s because Kobe goes “volume-scorer” (which I hope since LAL has a higher likelihood of losing when he does), but Odom. Wtf. I hope we can contain him next half, he’s better/more valuable than anybody off of our bench, possibly 1/3 of the bench combined.

by Grand Tanyon Sturtze on Apr 17, 2011 3:52 PM CDT reply actions  

My stream

is KOMO-TV in Seattle, I think that’s good luck for the Hornets, not sure why

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 3:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Mock me if you will

but I think Lisa Salters is a MILF

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 3:53 PM CDT reply actions  

some porn music lol

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Hahahaha!

Hilarious. Best comment I’ve read so far

by Grand Tanyon Sturtze on Apr 17, 2011 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Defs one of the best Hornets games this season

Gotta keep getting Landry the ball, he’s killing LA’s bigs off the dribble and if Gray/Smith/Mbenga fill-in like they did for Okafor I think NOLA can hold on.

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 3:54 PM CDT reply actions  

The LA crowd is stunned...this is what happens when you play a good defensive team

You guys see what Milwaukee did to them at Staples earlier this year. Good D wins playoff games

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 3:55 PM CDT reply actions  

good play CP, tying to shoot and going to the rim

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:56 PM CDT reply actions  

thats not the start i wanted

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:57 PM CDT reply actions  

I thought the game was on tonight!!!

Especially on the west coast. Glad I checked in!

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by Dave Cariello on Apr 17, 2011 3:57 PM CDT reply actions  

make a shot Hornets

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 3:57 PM CDT reply actions  

dont go to Mek all the time. Thats how yo get your shooters out of rythm

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 3:58 PM CDT reply actions  

Here go the refs. A flagrant? really?

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 4:00 PM CDT reply actions  

hang on Hornets, bball game of runs

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:00 PM CDT reply actions  

Hate to say it but

That was definitely the right call on Ariza.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:00 PM CDT reply actions  

Maybe a foul but no a flagrant

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 4:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

CPeffin3!

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:01 PM CDT reply actions  

That was solid by Paul.

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Holy crowded game thread Batman!

It’s packed in here today. Seems very strange to follow a game thats already half over at 9 in the morning. My expectations for this series are pretty low, so nice to see the Hornets put a good first half together. Hope they can sustain it!

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by Icebird on Apr 17, 2011 4:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Transition Offense

Hornets are taking them by surprise by running the ball for the first time this season.

Transition defense is only Lakers Achilles heel.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:03 PM CDT reply actions  

some circus shit from Landry nice

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:04 PM CDT reply actions  

ariza has been getting hacked

every time to the hoop thats why he chacked pau

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 4:04 PM CDT reply actions  

bryant

shoves cp3 and nothing

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 4:05 PM CDT reply actions  

great pass – great finish

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 4:05 PM CDT reply actions  

The Hornets have the lead

but what does ABC show? Kobe replays….

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:06 PM CDT reply actions  

unfortunately true but i still want him on the court. he picked up his D on Kobe.

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 4:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Stop it about the refs

Does every second comment here have to be about how the refs are robbing us?

Hornets have responded to the Lakers run so far. Let’s focus on what the Hornets are doing not the refs.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:08 PM CDT reply actions  

get a stop Hornets

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:08 PM CDT reply actions  

good D, make a shot Hornets

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:09 PM CDT reply actions  

Hornets are right where they need to be even with this run by LA...

need to stay aggressive, get to the rim—even those Ariza shots are good, just need to make them.

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:14 PM CDT reply actions  

right idea, but yeah finish

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

referees taking over the game...

was wondering when they were going to begin the home stand calls.

by ppellico on Apr 17, 2011 4:17 PM CDT reply actions  

wow we are in penalty already

I won’t say anything else mzurk

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 4:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice shooting Kobe

MVP, MVP….

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:19 PM CDT reply actions  

OOOOOOOO

I wanna say something

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 4:20 PM CDT reply actions  

nice, CP3--play him in the 4th right away

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:20 PM CDT reply actions  

hell yeah, Gasol on CP lol

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Gray schooling that stupid llama face

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:21 PM CDT reply actions  

fucking right! Willie to the rim

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:22 PM CDT reply actions  

damn

Oh well, still have a lead, however small.

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 4:24 PM CDT reply actions  

One more quarter to go

already the Hornets have exceeded expectations generally. Keep it up!

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:24 PM CDT reply actions  

yep

Refs will call it one way or another, but we gotta make our FTs when we get the chance.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

why cant they make there free throws????

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 4:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Can't complain much, but make your fts

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:25 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

the lead would have been sooo much more!

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 4:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Anything less than a W will be a disappointment

No more “exceeding expectations”…I expect a victory…LETS GO!!!

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 4:25 PM CDT reply actions  

yep me too

What do do with Ariza? Put him back in?…

It’s a close call, but I generally like Ariza’s defens ein the 4th… he gets a lot of steals then…

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

CP3 time

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:27 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

Well when he comes in

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:28 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions  

Made his fts, good

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:29 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

Jack has his shot dropping

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Who needs CP?

We got Jack!

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by Dave Cariello on Apr 17, 2011 4:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Sweet pass, Jumbo Jack time instead I guess

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by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:31 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

Willie Green is sharp

and the only way the Fakers win is if the refs cheat for them

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:31 PM CDT reply actions  

actually

No, it isn’t necessary.

I was afraid we’ll be drawing so called “Hornets” fans on this board, who are actually Lakers haters.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

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by Dave Cariello on Apr 17, 2011 4:31 PM CDT reply actions  

To the meffin rim, that is how you do it!

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by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:32 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

he's played a literally perfect game so far

5 assists to 0 turnovers, 11 points on 4-4 shooting, okay well he did miss two FTs

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

yup

gotta keep up the rest of the way

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

I've been afraid to say something all afternoon

but can’t hold back. How about these boys today!?!

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 4:33 PM CDT reply actions  

great, right? my hands are literally shaking for excitment

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 4:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah

was hoping for this today but was hard to believe it considering the way we finished the season.

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Can the Hornets

PLEASE make a gosh-danged free throw? If they had only made three or four more, the Fake Show would really be on the ropes

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:33 PM CDT reply actions  

seems like

gray really causes the problems and same with jsimths hustle

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 4:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Every time Lakers cut it to 1 the Hornets pick it up and go on another nice run! I hear ya Pueblo!

by RoxFan17 on Apr 17, 2011 4:35 PM CDT reply actions  

one of the best trades all year

willie and jsmith for a dleaguer and a DNPCD in songaila

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 4:35 PM CDT reply actions  

absolutely

in hindsight an A+ trade by Demps

by Pueblo88 on Apr 17, 2011 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Willie continues to impress

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:36 PM CDT reply actions  

OUR BENCH ROX

it took 83 games though! :)

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

agreed

esspecially mbenga drawing blood lol

by sd3 on Apr 17, 2011 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

4 on Bynum?

Foul out that jerk

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:37 PM CDT reply actions  

Not settling, staying aggressive, nice

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:37 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

I think JJ will make hi FTs.

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 4:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Snap

we’ll settle for Artest shooting all day long

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 4:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Put Ariza and Landry back in now

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 4:39 PM CDT reply actions  

Paul is the best player on the court

and I’m pretty sure he doesn’t rape women

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:39 PM CDT reply actions  

Lakers in penalty, get to the rim Hornets

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:40 PM CDT via mobile reply actions  

Keep your composure, execute

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Fluyrry of fouls called on the Lakers

We’re already in the penalty and haven’t played half the quarter yet

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Kobe

and his histrionics make him look like a kindergarten brat

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:41 PM CDT reply actions  

THere is the only positive of Bryant taking all these shots. Offensive rebounds seem to become easier for his teammates. Gotta close them out better

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 4:44 PM CDT reply actions  

CP3 time now, lead the way

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— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh great another Kobe showcase of how awesome he is.

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 4:45 PM CDT reply actions  

Kobe is about as awesome as a cold

or allergies, take your pick

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:46 PM CDT reply actions  

CP3!

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
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by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:47 PM CDT reply actions  

HaHa….Pau just got crossed over

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 4:47 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice shot CP!

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:47 PM CDT reply actions  

CP33333!!!!!!!!!!

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:47 PM CDT reply actions  

The Hornets have a big star also

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:48 PM CDT reply actions  

I know it anyway

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is awesome!

if this holds, the Spurs and Lakers both go down 0-1! I don’t know about you guys, but I am tired of having either the Spurs or Lakers rep the West in the Finals!

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Now get to the rim/line--make your ft's and close this thing out

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:49 PM CDT reply actions  

Kobe

Kobe is looking like he’s trying to take over. That could be a good sign for the Hornets.

Kobe just tried to drive through a double team…

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:50 PM CDT reply actions  

This is what the Lakers get

for only playing hard when they want to

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:51 PM CDT reply actions  

That's a potentially huge turnaround....

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:52 PM CDT reply actions  

foul--sweet

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
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by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:52 PM CDT reply actions  

T Fisher up

I thought you couldn’t react that way. I guess if you’re a Laker, you can do whatever you want :(

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Ddddddamn

almost a heck of a steal.

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 4:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Lucky Lakers

getting a break there

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:53 PM CDT reply actions  

make shots Hornets, close this out

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:54 PM CDT reply actions  

Artest sucks why is he hitting everything tonight

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 4:54 PM CDT reply actions  

damn, CP should have shot a floater there

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
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by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:54 PM CDT reply actions  

I like the NBA's jump ball rule

the possession arrow is so lame in high school and college

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:55 PM CDT reply actions  

White Panther wins the tip!

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 4:55 PM CDT reply actions  

hell Yeaz!!

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:55 PM CDT reply actions  

I like that

it’s a Gray World.

Nice shot there Jack!

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 4:55 PM CDT reply actions  

How did Kobe not commit a foul there?

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:55 PM CDT reply actions  

8 mfing seconds

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
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by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Dwight Howard got Ted up for worse

in the ATL game

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:56 PM CDT reply actions  

*for not as bad I mean...

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:56 PM CDT reply actions  

This is our ball no matter what…whats the discussion here

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 4:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Not sure...

Just want to get it “right” I guess?

by Rohan on Apr 17, 2011 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Our ball no matter what

Trying to see if it’s 8 second violation, backcourt violation, or simply out on Kobe

by Rohan on Apr 17, 2011 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

At Church

a kid I know from California was talking Laker junk to me today. What a loser.

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:57 PM CDT reply actions  

Next Sunday

give him a condolences card and walk away.

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 4:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sounds like a plan!

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Jack ... lol

That shot by Jack was perfect. Our first “wedged ball” of the season…

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 4:58 PM CDT reply actions  

good shot here Hornets

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:58 PM CDT reply actions  

ice water in viens

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 4:59 PM CDT reply actions  

CP3 take over--ESPN might be all over this--just maybe

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 5:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

The Law is the Law!

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 4:59 PM CDT reply actions  

It's almost mathematically

impossible to blow this….

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 5:00 PM CDT reply actions  

CP...

Closing this motha OUT.

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 5:00 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh no Gray is hurt pretty badly…came down hard on that ankle

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 5:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh no

that would suck for you guys. I hope Gray’s OK.

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 5:01 PM CDT reply actions  

thcan you here the crickets in the arena? lets keep them there

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 5:01 PM CDT reply actions  

cortisone?

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

damn, probably a broken bone--turn off the sound already

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 5:02 PM CDT reply actions  

What a season. Are you kidding me!!!!!!!

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 5:02 PM CDT reply actions  

not sure

but that woiuld be a big loss

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

bad ankle sprain

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Please please please

just a sprain that initially felt horrid!

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

He rolled it reallly bad

" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough

by born in areacode 318 on Apr 17, 2011 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

did you hear him cry out in pain!

Oh my lord…terrible for the big kid!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by ppellico on Apr 17, 2011 5:02 PM CDT reply actions  

Gasol hanging on Gray’s back and he lands hard on that ankle

by EaglesFanatic80 on Apr 17, 2011 5:03 PM CDT reply actions  

I think he was holding his shin.

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 5:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Why basketball gods, why?

Dude plays one of the biggest game of his careers and helps the Hornets probably get the upset and he’s rewarded with this? COME ON!

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 5:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Agree

why I said wasn’t West enough?

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 5:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thankfully

Game 2’s not until Wednesday, correct?

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 5:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah

series does seem spread out.

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

CP3 takes over what a game--good win Hornets

the whole team should stay on the court and shoot fts though

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 5:06 PM CDT reply actions   1 recs

Probably one of the best games I've seen Paul play in his career...

All things considered, and as you guys know that’s REALLY saying something.

31 points, 14 assists, 7 rebounds, 4 steals, 11-18 shooting….

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 5:07 PM CDT reply actions  

O-O woozers!

"When a hurricane damaged my father's house, my brother rushed over with a gas grill, three coolers of beer, and an enormous F**k-It Bucket - a plastic pail filled with jawbreakers and bite-size candy bars. ("When s**t brings you down, just say 'f**k it,' and eat yourself some motherf*****g candy.")"
— David Sedaris

by mjtig on Apr 17, 2011 5:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Unbelievable!

I love it. The boo-birds are sending LAL a message. I hope they don’t hear it/the boos don’t galvanize them for Game 2

by Grand Tanyon Sturtze on Apr 17, 2011 5:07 PM CDT reply actions  

The Hornets

are doing the NBA brand proud. Anyone of you want to buy the franchise?

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 5:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Bittersweet win if Gray is out

" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough

by born in areacode 318 on Apr 17, 2011 5:07 PM CDT reply actions  

How I'm feeling right now

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by triplea20x on Apr 17, 2011 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

What a game

What a win.

I REALLY hope Gray isn’t hurt badly, because he is crucial in this series.

by Caleb462 on Apr 17, 2011 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Rohan

for next game maybe start a new thread for the 2nd half?

CP3 interview – tough making shots for him this year.

by RedHopeful on Apr 17, 2011 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

folks...gotta drive my kid

somebody let me know what happened to Gray on the sight later when I get back around 9

by ppellico on Apr 17, 2011 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Man I love it. If not for Gray, this would have been the best day of my hornetsfandom

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice win guys!

GO MAVS! Catch ya later…

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by the new Bradfather on Apr 17, 2011 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Am i dreaming?

the hornets just won this game?

by saintsbrasil on Apr 17, 2011 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Incredible win

31 points, 14 assists, 7 rebounds, 4 steals, 11-18 FGA. Thank you CP3.

by Grand Tanyon Sturtze on Apr 17, 2011 5:09 PM CDT reply actions  

yep

Maybe his best game this season.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

NEW ORLEANS HORNETS & CHRISTOPHER EMMANUEL PAUL.

ditto.

Reppin' the Lafayette Hornets fans.

by RyanCaz on Apr 17, 2011 5:09 PM CDT reply actions   1 recs

Remember the Mavs series back then. Hope it can go on like that.
By the way: SWEEP MY ASS!!! (sorry had to be, because of all the “experts” out there)

by berlinhornets on Apr 17, 2011 5:11 PM CDT reply actions  

FANTASTIC WIN!

CP calls Aaron Gray the “player of the game”.

My grades for the game:

CP: A+
Gray: A+
Jack A
Okafor A
Ariza A
Belinelli A
Okafor A
Green A
Smith A
Mbenga A
Landry A

Really can’t give anything less than an A this game for any of our players.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 5:12 PM CDT reply actions  

Meh Ariza is more of a B-

"I'm in the Courtroom screaming Who Dat on the double, serving gumbo with a shovel, dog i'm on another level" -Jay Electonica

by triplea20x on Apr 17, 2011 5:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

No

What aobut his steal in the backcourt against Kobe? and his defense on Kobe late in the game. Huge.

He also helped to get Bynum in foul trouble and helped set the tone of the Hornets offense by trying to slam it against Bynum earlier in the game.

Ok, after that he pretty much missed everything else, but I can’t give Ariza less than an “A” this game.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

Okafor a B as well

Since he was barely on the court. Which is why we need Aaron Gray healthy

Peyton, I can eat Oreos faster than you!!!!

by mknkachow on Apr 17, 2011 5:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

I understand

But I can’t give anyting less than an A.

He had a couple of good shots.

by MZURK on Apr 17, 2011 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

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