00s Tournament: North Region

[IceMan2]

As many of you may know, I am going to run a tournament featuring the Top teams of the 2000s. For a quest to who was the best. 64 of the top are presented in this March Madness Style Tournament. Here is the main thread:

http://www.insidehoops.com/forum/showthread.php?t=304930

Here is a link to the full bracket:

http://betterbracketmaker.com/#!/46ffb17c92c15


This thread is solely for the simulation of the North Region. Featuring these teams:



1 00 Lakers

2 04 Pistons

3 06 Heat

4 04 Pacers

5 00 Blazers

6 07 Suns

7 01 Spurs

8 00 Knicks

9 08 Jazz

10 04 Mavericks

11 07 Bulls

12 02 Pistons

13 01 Raptors

14 00 Hornets

15 05 Nuggets

16 06 Grizzlies

[IceMan2]

Each Round Will Be Best out of 7
I will start with the Top Seeds
I will be using whatifsports.com to simulate. Box Scores and Play-by-Plays will also be included with each matchup
For those who have whatifsports.com experience, they can validate my results and ensure nothing is rigged.



Predictions for the North Region???

[Scholar]

I predict the 00 Lakers win this. Shaq in his prime and a young Kobe? Goodbye, competition.

[IceMan2]

IMO could be the toughest region. It is the only region to have 3 champions inside the region. And then some other solid teams like the 04 Pacers, the 00 Blazers (who almost beat the 00 Lakers in real-life), and the 07 Suns

[Twiens]

I'd take lakers as well, '00 Knicks as a sleeper pick.

[IceMan2]

As for upset picks (like we typically have in NCAA tournaments)...
um 07 Bulls over 07 Suns?

00 Blazers are my darkhorse pick to win this region

[hangintheair]

00' Lakers all the way

Dark Horse: 02 Pistons

I'll change my dark horse prediction to 02 Pistons..

[JimmyMcAdocious]

Top seed takes it. Peak Shaq is ridiculous in WIS, as he should be. 2001 Spurs are my darkhorse.

[KG215]

Yeah, I'm interested in seeing the boxscores from the '00 Laker games, just to see the numbers Shaq puts up. If it's best-of-seven I don't really see very many upsets happening.

[IceMan2]

Yeah, I'm interested in seeing the boxscores from the '00 Laker games, just to see the numbers Shaq puts up. If it's best-of-seven I don't really see very many upsets happening.
Not even on WIF :oldlol:
Your talk of "variation" was the main reason I changed it from 3 to 7 lol

[IceMan2]

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1 2000 Los Angeles Lakers

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16 2006 Memphis Grizzlies


Preview: The 2000 Lakers finished with a 67-15 record, the best seen in the entire decade. Definitely making them worthy of a #1 seed in this tournament. The playoffs weren't as easy, but they made it through eventually winning the championship. O'Neal was at his peak and maybe the best player in this entire tournament. Kobe was an all-star but not quite in his prime yet. Nonetheless, they had Rice who was probably the best role-player they had in their 1st 3-peat and could make up for Kobe not being at in his prime yet.

The 2006 Grizzlies finished with a 49-33 record and were led by All-Star PF Pau Gasol and a whole bunch of good role players. Some key names include: Shane Battier, Mike Miller, Eddie Jones, and Chucky Atkins. Overall they 6-7 players average in double-figures. They did not however have much success in the playoffs keeping them down to only a #16 seed.

The Grizzlies will have a tough time containing O'Neal in this series, you can expect him to do his thing. However, the Grizzlies do have great perimeter defense with Battier and Eddie Jones. Battier will be guarding Kobe all series limiting him. They may not stop O'Neal, but if they can limit everyone else they have a shot at an upset.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Grizzlies 102, at Lakers 92

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8043868&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: P.Gasol 18points/10reb/7ast/2blk


Recap: The Grizzlies come out and stun the Lakers Game 1. They outscored them 56-40 in the 2nd half to win this game. Pau Gasol led the way with a double-double dishing out 10 assists, while 5 other players were also in the double-figures. They also turned it over only 8 times. Shaq led the Lakers with 33 points and 13 rebounds while Kobe added 18/9/8 but it was not enough.


Game 2: at Lakers 108, Grizzlies 77

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8043962&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O'Neal 33points/13reb/4ast on 15/22 shooting

Recap: The Lakers bounced back in a big way to take Game 2 from the Grizzlies. O'Neal was dominant once again while Kobe added 19 points for them in 30 minutes due to foul trouble. The key difference was their defense, holding the Grizzlies to less than 40% shooting and forcing 20 TOs. Gasol struggled shooting just 5/13 and is now just 12/40 overall in the series.


Game 3: Lakers 86, at Grizzlies 78

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8044014&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O'Neal 34points/17reb on 14/25 FG

Recap: In a tough fought defensive game the Lakers came out victorious to take a 4-2 lead in the series. O'Neal had 30+ points again as he led the way when everyone else was struggling. Bryant had 11points/8ast while Rice added 15. Pau Gasol had his best game of the series scoring 26 with 8reb/6ast but the rest of his team struggled as the Lakers take a 2-1 lead.


Game 4: at Grizzlies 102, Lakers 77

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8044066&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: P.Gasol 19points/12reb/7ast on 7/14 FG

Recap: The Lakers came out soft and the Grizzlies came out hard. The outcome was the result of this. Pau Gasol had another good all-around game as the Grizzlies played terrific defense holding the Lakers to just 77 points. Shaq had 29/14 but Kobe just 9 points on 4/13 shooting. He has failed to reach the 20 point mark all series thanks to Shane Battier and the Memphis tough defense.


Game 5: at Lakers 95, Grizzlies 90

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8044069&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O'Neal 22points/15reb/9ast/4blk on 9/15 FG

Recap: The Lakers won a tough fought Game 5. O'Neal led the way again, he was double-teamed more this game but found open players and had 9 assists overall while making a more impact on defense. Glen Rice stepped up leading all scorers with 24 while Bryant added 17 on 8/19 continuing his medicore series. Gasol just missed a triple-double with 19/10/9.


Game 6: Lakers 108, at Grizzlies 97

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8044083&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: K.Bryant 32points/9reb/9ast


Recap: Kobe Bryant finally stepped up and had a big game and that is all the Lakers needed to close out the series. Bryant had his series best 32 points while continuing his all-around display. Shaq added 23/13. Pau Gasol struggled with 14 points and 9reb on 7/18 shooting as the series comes to an end.






1 2000 Lakers Win Series 4-2



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[hangintheair]

Nice Win by the lakers.. I tried my own simulation but the Memphis did an upset 4-3.. Good thing in your simulation the Lakers won.

[KG215]

Not even on WIF :oldlol:
Your talk of "variation" was the main reason I changed it from 3 to 7 lol
Not sure what you mean, but I wasn't the only one. I was just agreeing with the one or two posters who said something before me along those same lines. I've really only messed around with simming all-time great teams against other all-time great teams, and teams like the '96 Bulls, '86 Celtics, and '87 Lakers generally won the most. So maybe more upsets than I expect shouldn't surprise me.

[KG215]

Here's Shaq and Kobe's averages.

Shaq: 29.0 PPG, 14.2 RPG, 3.8 APG, 2.0 BPG, .588 FG%

Kobe: 17.7 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 6.0 APG, 1.0 SPG, .441 FG%

[IceMan2]

Nice Win by the lakers.. I tried my own simulation but the Memphis did an upset 4-3.. Good thing in your simulation the Lakers won.
Lol just some tips when simming on WIF from my experience:

1) Make sure you check/edit depth-charts before you sim.

2) I've noticed when you are logged into a WIF account the results are more stable and accurate than when you aren't. Its kind of weird, but for someone who has done both plenty of times, you will see a difference.

[IceMan2]

Here's Shaq and Kobe's averages.

Shaq: 29.0 PPG, 14.2 RPG, 3.8 APG, 2.0 BPG, .588 FG%

Kobe: 17.7 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 6.0 APG, 1.0 SPG, .441 FG%
Niice

Kind of what I think I would expect in real-life lol.

[hangintheair]

Here's Shaq and Kobe's averages.

Shaq: 29.0 PPG, 14.2 RPG, 3.8 APG, 2.0 BPG, .588 FG%

Kobe: 17.7 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 6.0 APG, 1.0 SPG, .441 FG%

Nice.. Fair Enough

[KG215]

Lol just some tips when simming on WIF from my experience:

1) Make sure you check/edit depth-charts before you sim.

This is the biggest one. Some of their depth-charts/rotations are really messed up.

[KG215]

Niice

Kind of what I think I would expect in real-life lol.
Yeah, the rebounds and assists seem kind of high, but it's not too far-fetched to think he could do that in a playoff series. I may track the stats for the stars on each team (best 1-3 players). Not going to do every player on every team. Tried doing that for a 16 team tournament and got burned out before I could even get down with the 1st round. But tracking the stats for just a few players doesn't take long.

[IceMan2]

Yeah, the rebounds and assists seem kind of high, but it's not too far-fetched to think he could do that in a playoff series. I may track the stats for the stars on each team (best 1-3 players). Not going to do every player on every team. Tried doing that for a 16 team tournament and got burned out before I could even get down with the 1st round. But tracking the stats for just a few players doesn't take long.

That would be great!

Yeah burning out is a concern for even me. I started pretty strong with the previews/recaps, but not sure if I can continue that lol

[IceMan2]

Okay starting a new region!

Will come back to this region later. The bracket (posted in OP) is updated.

[JimmyMcAdocious]

Here's Shaq and Kobe's averages.

Shaq: 29.0 PPG, 14.2 RPG, 3.8 APG, 2.0 BPG, .588 FG%

Kobe: 17.7 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 6.0 APG, 1.0 SPG, .441 FG%

Curious boredom while looking through the box scores.

Gasol WIS: 18.5 PPG, 8.6 RPG, 6.6 APG, 1.8 BPG .444 FG%
Gasol's actual averages: 20.4 PPG, 8.9 RPG, 4.6 APG, 1.9 BPG, .503 FG%

Solid. Major drop in FG% = Less PPG. Gasol would look to pass more in that situation in real life and his APG was up in the WIS series. Rebounding and blocks roughly the same. I actually think his rebounding would go up in that situation to maybe 11-12, but whatever.

[KG215]

Here's what I got for Shaq, Kobe, and Pau:

Shaq: 40.2 MPG, 29.0 PPG, 14.2 RPG, 3.8 APG, 2.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .588 FG%, .667 FT%

Kobe: 38.0 MPG, 17.7 PPG, 8.0 RPG, 6.0 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.5 TOV, .441 FG%, .364 3P%, .870 FT%

Gasol: 38.8 MPG, 18.5 PPG, 8.6 RPG, 6.6 APG, 1.8 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 3.5 TOV, .444 FG%, .500 3P%, .667 FT%

[iamgine]

Each Round Will Be Best out of 7
I will start with the Top Seeds
I will be using whatifsports.com to simulate. Box Scores and Play-by-Plays will also be included with each matchup
For those who have whatifsports.com experience, they can validate my results and ensure nothing is rigged.



Predictions for the North Region???
07 Suns :rockon: :rockon: :rockon:

Man lets do some WIS drafting.

[IceMan2]

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2 2004 Detroit Pistons



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15 2005 Denver Nuggets


Preview: The 2004 Detroit Pistons went 54-28 and stunned the world defeating the Lakers for the championship. They really improved as a team once they acquired Rasheed Wallace. The Pistons were a very dominant defensive team, arguably the best defensive team in this tournament. Anyone facing this team knows it will not be an easy series.

The 2005 Nuggets went 49-33 and were led by Carmelo Anthony. He was just 20 at the time, but he had already turned around the Nuggets franchise leading them to the playoffs in his 2nd year. Aside from Carmelo this team had other good players like Camby, K-Mart and Andre Miller. Overall a good tough team which will not go down easy.

The obvious question is how well will the Nuggets offense do against the Pistons defense. The Pistons will have Prince guard Melo the entire series and hope to contain him. The Nuggets have Camby and K-Mart protecting their rims which should make things tougher for the Pistons offense. I think it will come down to how well the Pistons stop Carmelo, if Melo has a big series, Nuggets can upset.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Pistons 97, Nuggets 80

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8061872&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: R.Hamilton 27pts/5stl on 8/15 FG

Recap: The Pistons defense plays extremely well as they take Game 1 from the Nuggets. The Nuggets were held to just 32% shooting as they scored just 80pts. Melo especially struggled going 4/16 while the Pistons had a balanced effort on offense.




Game 2: at Pistons 96, Nuggets 73

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8061879&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 11pts/18reb/4stl/4blk

Recap: The Pistons dominate Game 2 as well shutting down the Nuggets again. The Nuggets had just 29pts in the 1st half as the Pistons won this game in true Piston defense fashion holding the Nuggets to just 33% shooting again.


Game 3: Pistons 103, at Nuggets 93



Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8062161&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Billups 24pts/7ast on 8/16 FG

Recap: It was a must-win game for the Nuggets and they came and played hard in the 1st half leading 41-35 at half time. But in the 2nd half they allowed 68pts to the Pistons, and when you allow the Pistons to score 68 in a half, you are not winning. Melo continues to struggle, while Billups had another big game putting the Pistons ahead 3-0 in the series.

Game 4: at Nuggets 101, Pistons 97

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8062179&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: K.Martin 17pts/8reb on 6/10 FG

Recap: [/B] The Nuggets avoid sweep and keep the series alive. They did it through their defense allowing the Pistons to shoot just 37%, they gave up 15 points in the last 2 minutes after the game was over but otherwise played hard all game. On offense it was a team effort fueled by a 58pt 2nd half to get the win.


Game 5: Nuggets 101, at Pistons 92

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8062196&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Anthony 31pts/8reb on 10/17 FG

Recap: The Nuggets finally got a big game from Carmelo to win at the Palace of Auburn Hills. They needed Anthony to step up tonight and he finally did. They once again played very well in the 2nd half scoring 57pts, this is the 2nd game in a row the Pistons defense fell apart in the 2nd half.


Game 6: Pistons 95, at Nuggets 86

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8062255&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: B.Wallace 11pts/21reb/5blk



Recap: The Pistons wrap up the series in 6. They came out strong in the 1st half holding a 56-41 lead at halftime, and finishing the game off with their strong defense throughout anchored by Ben Wallace. They were able to shut down Carmelo again and move onto the 2nd round of the playoffs.






2004 Pistons Win 4-2




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[Doctor K]

Pistons D owned Carmelo

[KG215]

Ben Wallace: 40.5 MPG, 13.0 PPG, 15.7 RPG, 1.7 SPG, 5.1 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .452 FG%, .571 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 37.8 MPG, 20.5 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 3.7 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .464 FG%, .286 3P%, .912 FT%

Chauncey Billups: 37.5 MPG, 19.3 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 6.2 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .392 FG%, .382 3P%, .852 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 36.0 MPG, 12.2 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 3.8 APG, 1.1 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .491 FG%, .364 3P%, .928 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 30.5 MPG, 14.7 PPG, 8.5 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.7 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.6 TOV, .443 FG%, .421 3P%, .857 FT%

Carmelo Anthony: 38.3 MPG, 18.2 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.5 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 4.1 TOV, .339 FG%, .167 3P%, .775 FT%

[IceMan2]

Ben Wallace: 40.5 MPG, 13.0 PPG, 15.7 RPG, 1.7 SPG, 5.1 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .452 FG%, .571 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 37.8 MPG, 20.5 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 3.7 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .464 FG%, .286 3P%, .912 FT%

Chauncey Billups: 37.5 MPG, 19.3 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 6.2 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .392 FG%, .382 3P%, .852 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 36.0 MPG, 12.2 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 3.8 APG, 1.1 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .491 FG%, .364 3P%, .928 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 30.5 MPG, 14.7 PPG, 8.5 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.7 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.6 TOV, .443 FG%, .421 3P%, .857 FT%

Carmelo Anthony: 38.3 MPG, 18.2 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.5 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 4.1 TOV, .339 FG%, .167 3P%, .775 FT%

Caremlo really struggled this series

Series MVP: B.Wallace

[IceMan2]

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3 2006 Miami Heat



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14 2000 Charlotte Hornets


Preview: The 2006 Miami Heat went 52-30 in the regular season and then won the NBA Championship. They are the last and lowest seed of all the NBA champions: A 3 seed. That though tells them they have a point to make. They are led by the duo of Wade & O’Neal, one of the best duos we saw in the 00s. Besides for these 2 they had many good veteran role-players. Ultimately they are champions so they will be tough to beat.

The 2000 Charlotte Hornets went 49-33 in the regular season. They are a balanced team with 6 players in double-figures, led by a prime Eddie Jones. Along with Eddie Jones they also had physical Derrick Coleman and Anthony Mason giving them a nice presence inside on the glass. They did not get very far in the playoffs losing in the 1st round.

The balanced Hornets square off against the superstar combo of the Heat. A classic battle between a more ‘team-orientated’ approach vs. ‘superstar’ approach. The Hornets have a prime Eddie Jones who was one of the top perimeter defenders to help slow down Wade, but can they stop Shaq? The Heat’s defense will also be key in getting the stops they should as the Hornets are not that good of an offensive team overall.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Heat 117, Hornets 95

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8066122&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O’Neal 26pts/13reb on 11/17 FG

Recap: The Heat take Game 1 with great offense. Wade and Shaq both had over 20pts, while Walker and Posey added 17 for the Heat. Overall in the 2nd half they scored 68 points as the Hornets just had no answer for the Heat offense.


Game 2: at Heat 105, Hornets 90

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8066160&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Wade 26pts/13ast/9reb on 12/23 FG

Recap: The Heat were simply too good for the Hornet again taking a 2-0 lead in the series. The Hornes made adjustments and slowed down Shaq Game 2 but Wade was able to free himself and have a good game. The Heat supporting cast was strong as well.


Game 3: Heat 107, at Hornets 103

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8066178&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: E.Jones 32pts/8reb/5ast

Recap: The Hornets gave it all they had this game but it was not enough to take down the Heat. The game came down to the wire but Wade/Shaq put the game away in the 4th. Jones was named POG despite being on the losing end of this. The Heat now lead the series 3-0. .

Game 4: at Hornets 107, Heat 73

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8066246&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Coleman 14pts/14reb/5ast

Recap: [/B] The Miami Heat come out with no effort while the Hornets come out with full heart. It was a blowout. Kind of embarassing for the Miami Heat this game. Everyone is laughing at them and they need to get serious Game 5.


Game 5: at Heat 114, Hornets 92

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8066250&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O’Neal 23pts/11reb/4blk on 10/14 FG

Recap: The Heat felt like they had something to prove after the Game 4 blowout and they did. They came out strong today finishing this series off at home in 5 games. O’Neal, Wade, and Walker all had over 20 to seal the series off.






2006 Heat Win 4-1




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[IceMan2]

And all 9 champions advance...on to the rest lol

So far the results I would say have been expected, hard to upset a champion anyways

[IceMan2]

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4 2004 Indiana Pacers



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13 2001 Toronto Raptors


Preview: The 2004 Indiana Pacers went 61-21 in the regular season good for the best record in the NBA. They lost in the ECF to the eventual champions Detroit Pistons in a very nice defensive series. They were led by All-Star PF Jermaine O

[KG215]

2006 Heat

Shaq: 33.2 MPG, 22.2 PPG, 11.8 RPG, 3.0 APG, 2.4 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .602 FG%, .586 FT%

Wade: 41.8 MPG, 21.4 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 8.6 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 4.4 TOV, .433 FG%, .750 FT%

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Pacers 92, Raptors 83

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8094060&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: J.O

[IceMan2]

2006 Heat

Shaq: 33.2 MPG, 22.2 PPG, 11.8 RPG, 3.0 APG, 2.4 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .602 FG%, .586 FT%

Wade: 41.8 MPG, 21.4 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 8.6 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 4.4 TOV, .433 FG%, .750 FT%

Series MVP: Shaq

Hornets did a good job defending Wade this series.

[JimmyMcAdocious]

Has there been an upset yet?

[IceMan2]

Has there been an upset yet?
Nope lol
Full bracket link is posted on OP, here it is:
http://betterbracketmaker.com/#!/46ffb17c92c15

I mean its not that surprising, it is best out of 7 and all these upper-seeded teams were pretty good. I mean amongst the 4 seeded teams: 3 of them had the best record in the NBA that season and the one that didn't went to the finals.


A few Game 7s though so its been close.

[KG215]

2004 Pacers vs. 2001 Raptors

Jermaine O'Neal: 36.8 MPG, 21.6 PPG, 14.2 RPG, 2.4 APG, 3.0 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 3.2 TOV, .478 FG%, .782 FT%

Ron Artest: 38.8 MPG, 17.8 PPG, 6.6 RPG, 2.0 APG, 0.6 BPG, 3.2 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .457 FG%, .454 3P%, .714 FT%

Al Harrington: 26.2 MPG, 13.2 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 1.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .489 FG%, .285 3P%, .842 FT%

Reggie Miller: 30.6 MPG, 8.8 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 4.6 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .394 FG%, .363 3P%, 1.000 FT%


Vince Carter: 40.2 MPG, 22.2 PPG, 5.0 RPG, 4.6 APG, 1.2 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 3.6 TOV, .386 FG%, .400 3P%, .950 FT%

[IceMan2]

2004 Pacers vs. 2001 Raptors

Jermaine O'Neal: 36.8 MPG, 21.6 PPG, 14.2 RPG, 2.4 APG, 3.0 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 3.2 TOV, .478 FG%, .782 FT%

Ron Artest: 38.8 MPG, 17.8 PPG, 6.6 RPG, 2.0 APG, 0.6 BPG, 3.2 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .457 FG%, .454 3P%, .714 FT%

Al Harrington: 26.2 MPG, 13.2 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 1.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .489 FG%, .285 3P%, .842 FT%

Reggie Miller: 30.6 MPG, 8.8 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 4.6 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .394 FG%, .363 3P%, 1.000 FT%


Vince Carter: 40.2 MPG, 22.2 PPG, 5.0 RPG, 4.6 APG, 1.2 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 3.6 TOV, .386 FG%, .400 3P%, .950 FT%

Great defense by Artest smothering VC in this series

[IceMan2]

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5 2000 Portlant Trailblazers



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12 2002 Detroit Pistons


Preview: The 2000 Blazers went 59-23 in the regular season before coming very close to upsetting the eventual champion 00 Lakers in the WCF. This series is still regarded as one of the closest ever in the Shaq/Kobe era. This team was very deep with great veterans all-around. You had Rasheed, Pippen, Sabonis, Damon Staudomire, Steve Smith, none of these players were in their primes, but each were close to their primes. Overall the Blazers are a team that have proven they can beat anyone, so it wouldn

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Blazers 116, Pistons 90

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8101353&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Staudomire 22pts/9ast on 8/15 FG

Recap: The Blazers start strong in Game 1 with a dominating performance. All 5 starters were in double-figures for Portland as they had no problem executing on offense. Their defense was also strong holding the Pistons to just 90 points. Detroit has a lot of things to figure out if they plan to comeback from this.

Game 2: at Blazers 92, Pistons 84

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8101372&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Pippen 16pts/5ast/3stl on 6/10 FG

Recap: This game was much closer as the Pistons gave up more of a fight. However, tough defense by the Blazers in the 4th quarter sealed the Pistons fate. It was another team effort from Portland with no one having a really good game, just good veteran play and a solid win.

Game 3: at Pistons 86, Blazers 77

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8101385&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 10pts/20reb/5blk

Recap: Ben Wallace says not so easy. In another tight game entering the 4th, this time the Pistons play tough defense to get themselves the win. They held the Blazers to just 33% shooting for the game and only 33 points in the 2nd half. This effort was of course led by DPOY Ben Wallace. The Pistons realize great defense is their best shot to beat Portland.

Game 4: at Pistons 100, Blazers 96

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8101408&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 6pts/26reb/5blk

Recap: The Pistons even the series up at 2-2 with an amazing effort in Game 4. Trailing by 8 entering the 4th, Chucky Atkins caught fire scoring all 14 points for the Pistons from 5:30 to 0:30 when the game was pretty much over. His 4th quarter offensive heroics, combined with the amazing effort on the glass and defense by Ben Wallace has the series all knotted up.


Game 5: Pistons 110, at Blazers 105

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8101440&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: J.Stackhouse 41pts/8reb/6ast on 14/25 FG

Recap: The Pistons stun the Blazers with a Game 5 victory. The Blazers led by as many as 21 points in the 1st half, before seeing some of the hottest shooting performances they have ever seen. The Pistons shot lights out in the 2nd half scoring 69 points and eventually taking the game. Stackhouse who has struggled all series finally came through 41 points for the Pistons. Detroit now hopes to put away the series as we head back to Motor City.


Game 6: Blazers 98, at Pistons 79

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8101467&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: S.Pippen 17pts/9reb/8ast

Recap: With the game within 5 points entering the 4th, the Blazers actually played like their season was on the line. It looked like the Pistons would steal another one in the 4th, but the Blazers played terrific offense and defense extending the series to 7.

Game 7: at Blazers 104, Pistons 93

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8101523&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: R.Wallace 27pts/10reb on 11/16 FG

Recap: The Blazers win the series in a very tough Game 7. The Game was tied 86-86 with only 4 minutes remaining, but the Pistons had run out of gas as the Blazers finished the series strong. Rasheed Wallace was great on offense as the Blazers overcame a 20-20 performance by Ben Wallace. Stackhouse blamed himself for the loss with another poor shooting performance.





2000 Blazers Win 4-3




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[IceMan2]

Wow what a series that was. I had the privledge of watching this series unfold slowly through the play-by-plays. Had a very real feel to it on how it all went down. We also were very close to our 1st upset.

[IceMan2]

We also now have our 1st 2nd round matchup:


2004 Indiana Pacers vs. 2000 Portland Trailblazers



2nd round is going to be much tougher lol

[KG215]

2000 Blazers vs. 2002 Pistons

Scottie Pippen: 40.1 MPG, 15.4 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 5.6 APG, 1.0 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .417 FG%, .240 3P%, .611 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 36.0 MPG, 17.0 PPG, 7.9 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.4 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .505 FG%, .250 3P%, .579 FT%

Steve Smith: 36.6 MPG, 17.0 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 3.6 APG, 0.6 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .427 FG%, .304 3P%, .929 FT%

Damon Stoudemire: 31.3 MPG, 13.7 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 5.3 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .416 FG%, .333 3P%, .897 FT%

Arvydas Sabonis: 30.6 MPG, 12.3 PPG, 10.4 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.3 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .434 FG%, .850 FT%


Jerry Stackhouse: 39.3 MPG, 18.9 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 6.6 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.6 TOV, .338 FG%, .300 3P%, .767 FT%

Clifford Robinson: 38.7 MPG, 17.6 PPG, 6.9 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.3 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .475 FG%, .467 3P%, .714 FT%

Ben Wallace: 39.9 MPG, 10.7 PPG, 15.6 RPG, 2.3 APG, 4.3 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 0.9 TOV, .531 FG%, .385 FT%

Chucky Atkins: 31.1 MPG, 15.3 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 3.1 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .550 FG%, .444 3P%, .429 FT%

[hangintheair]

The 2002 Pistons is my choice for an upset. It so close to win it all but after all its the fullpack Blazers.

[IceMan2]

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6 2007 Phoenix Suns

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11 2007 Chicago Bulls


Preview: The 2007 Phoenix Suns went 61-21 in the regular season and many thought were robbed by the refs in a series against the eventual champion Spurs. In fact, many thought the Suns were a championship caliber team and deserved the championship in 2007. So they are as good as anyone in this tournament. They were led by Steve Nash, Amare Stoudemire, and Shawn Marion as their all-stars. They also had defensive stopper Raja Bell. Overall, this team is loaded and will not go down without a fight.

The 2007 Chicago Bulls went 49-33 in the regular season before losing to the Pistons in the 2nd round. Ben Wallace joined the Bulls in 2007 and instantly turned them around making them an elite defensive team. They also had Gordon, Hinrich, and Deng, each having good seasons on offense and making this team an offensive threat as well.

This series shows us a matchup against an offensive orientated team in the Suns and a defensive orientated team in the Bulls. This is also the 1st matchup where both teams were from the same year. The Suns are obviously the favorites here, the Bulls will somehow need to stop this offense and hope Ben Gordon gets hot.

[KG215]

Was staring to wonder if you had given up on this.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Suns 119, Bulls 96

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8164898&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Marion 32pts/15reb/4stl on 14/20 FG

Recap: The Suns rout the Bulls Game 1. They had no trouble on offense as they were led by 32 from Marion, 16 points and 17 assists from Nash, and 24 from Barbosa off the bench. Overall as a team they shot nearly 55% from the field. They also kept the top scorers of Chicgo in check, Bell played good defense on Gordon preventing him from blowing up.

Game 2: Bulls 107, at Suns 99

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8164913&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 7pts/14reb/4stl

Recap: The Bulls make some adjustments on defense and stun the Suns in Game 2. The Suns were not able to get into their offensive rythm all game as the Bulls defense was strong. The effort on defense of course was led by Ben Wallace.

Game 3: Suns 108, at Bulls 79

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8164918&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Staudomire 28pts/12reb on 11/18 FG

Recap: The Suns fight back with a great defensive effort of their own. They held the Bulls to just 35% shooting playing excellent defense throughout. Amare finaly had a big game on offense for the Suns as they regain the lead in the series 2-1. The Bulls did a good job limiting Nash again but Marion and Amare continue to produce. Gordon struggled shooting 7/21 this game.

Game 4: Suns 107, at Bulls 96

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8164919&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Staudomire 25pts/17reb on 11/21 FG

Recap: In a close battle all throughout the Suns finally pulled away in the 4th quarter to take a 3-1 lead on the Bulls. Amare had another big game on the road while Nash added a personal high 24 points in the series. This game was physical, close, but the Suns just outlastedt the Bulls who gave it everything they had.

Game 5: at Suns 109, Bulls 99

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8164920&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Staudomire 22pts/10reb on 8/14 FG

Recap: The Suns finish the series off at home in 5 games. They led as much as 17 points in the 1st half, but the Bulls showed heart cutting it down to 5. However, the Suns got serious again and finished it






2007 Suns Win 4-1



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[Doctor K]

2nd Round Showdown: 2006 Heat vs. 2007 Suns :eek:

[IceMan2]

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7 2001 San Antonio Spurs

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10 2001 Dallas Mavericks


Preview: The 2001 San Antonio Spurs went 58-24 in the regular season before losing to the eventual champion LA Lakers in the WCF. They were led by the twin-towers, Duncan-Robinson. Duncan was in his prime while Robinson was 35 by this time, though still effective and impacting. Overall this team had many veterans and played great defense to win games with Duncan and Robinson altering shots. They are the highest non-championship Spurs seed in this tournament.

The 2001 Dallas Mavericks went 53-29 in the regular season before losing to the, guess who, 2001 Spurs in the western semi-finals. This was the 1st year where the

[IceMan2]

The Spurs have the most teams in this tournament (5) and the Mavericks are tied with the 2nd most (4). So far all 4 Spur teams have advanced and all 3 Maverick teams have advanced to the 2nd round. Will be interesting to see which franchies takes all their teams to the 2nd round and which franchise loses 1.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Spurs 92, Mavericks 84

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8167039&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 29pts/20reb on 9/16 FG

Recap: Tim Duncan has a big game 1 to give the Spurs a 1-0 lead in the series. Duncan had a 20-20 game while Robinson added 20pts/18reb/5blk. Both Robinson and Duncan made it very tough for the Mavericks on offense, as the great Dallas offense scored just 84 points.

Game 2: Mavericks 91, at Spurs 78

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8167414&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Nowitzki 15pts/8reb/8ast

Recap: The Mavericks take Game 2 to even the series. The Spurs continue to play great defense but had a lot of struggle on offense today. Duncan was quiet today with only 16 points. He will have to do more for the Spurs if they want to win this series.

Game 3: at Mavericks 104, Spurs 103

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8167541&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Nowitzki 27pts/10reb/5ast

Recap: A big shot from Finley saved the Mavericks from a huge letdown. The Mavericks led by 16 entering the 4th, but Daniels jumper with 27 seconds left gave the Spurs a 1 point lead in an incredible comeback. But the game was not over, Finley

[KG215]

2007 Suns vs. 2007 Bulls

Steve Nash: 39.4 MPG, 18.8 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 11.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 4.4 TOV, .436 FG%, .375 3P%, 1.000 FT%

Amare Stoudemire: 35.4 MPG, 21.6 PPG, 13.0 RPG, 1.6 APG, 1.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .568 FG%, .889 FT%

Shawn Marion: 41.0 MPG, 21.0 PPG, 12.6 RPG, 2.4 APG, 1.8 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .613 FG%, .533 3P%, .833 FT%

Leandro Barbosa: 29.8 MPG, 15.8 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 5.0 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .422 FG%, .346 3P%, .941 FT%

Raja Bell: 37.2 MPG, 13.6 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .460 FG%, .393 3P%, .917 FT%

Boris Diaw: 27.8 MPG, 8.0 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .500 FG%, .333 3P%, .600 FT%


Kirk Hinrich: 37.6 MPG, 15.2 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 6.8 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.8 SPG, 3.8 TOV, .435 FG%, .400 3P%, .533 FT%

Ben Gordon: 36.6 MPG, 24.4 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 4.2 TOV, .412 FG%, .355 3P%, .771 FT%

Luol Deng: 36.4 MPG, 13.4 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 2.4 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .441 FG%, .625 FT%

Ben Wallace: 37.8 MPG, 8.4 PPG, 11.4 RPG, 2.6 APG, 2.6 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 0.4 TOV, .429 FG%, .500 FT%

[IceMan2]

2007 Suns vs. 2007 Bulls

Steve Nash: 39.4 MPG, 18.8 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 11.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 4.4 TOV, .436 FG%, .375 3P%, 1.000 FT%

Amare Stoudemire: 35.4 MPG, 21.6 PPG, 13.0 RPG, 1.6 APG, 1.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .568 FG%, .889 FT%

Shawn Marion: 41.0 MPG, 21.0 PPG, 12.6 RPG, 2.4 APG, 1.8 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .613 FG%, .533 3P%, .833 FT%

Leandro Barbosa: 29.8 MPG, 15.8 PPG, 1.8 RPG, 5.0 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .422 FG%, .346 3P%, .941 FT%

Raja Bell: 37.2 MPG, 13.6 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .460 FG%, .393 3P%, .917 FT%

Boris Diaw: 27.8 MPG, 8.0 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .500 FG%, .333 3P%, .600 FT%


Kirk Hinrich: 37.6 MPG, 15.2 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 6.8 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.8 SPG, 3.8 TOV, .435 FG%, .400 3P%, .533 FT%

Ben Gordon: 36.6 MPG, 24.4 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 4.2 TOV, .412 FG%, .355 3P%, .771 FT%

Luol Deng: 36.4 MPG, 13.4 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 2.4 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .441 FG%, .625 FT%

Ben Wallace: 37.8 MPG, 8.4 PPG, 11.4 RPG, 2.6 APG, 2.6 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 0.4 TOV, .429 FG%, .500 FT%

Beast series from Marion, Bulls did a good job slowing Nash though.

[KG215]

2001 Mavericks vs. 2001 Spurs


Michael Finley: 42.1 MPG, 20.3 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 4.4 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .471 FG%, .550 3P%, .667 FT%

Dirk Nowitzki: 40.4 MPG, 17.7 PPG, 10.1 RPG, 3.1 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .434 FG%, .333 3P%, .759 FT%

Steve Nash: 35.1 MPG, 12.3 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 6.9 APG, 0. BPG, 1.1 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .444 FG%, .333 3P%, .800 FT%

Juwan Howard: 33.3 MPG, 14.7 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 2.7 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .469 FG%, .929 FT%


Tim Duncan: 38.9 MPG, 22.1 PPG, 14.3 RPG, 3.7 APG, 2.1 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 4.1 TOV, .484 FG%, .500 3P% (1/2), .640 FT%

David Robinson: 33.7 MPG, 15.6 PPG, 11.1 RPG, 1.4 APG, 3.9 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 2.9 TOV, .477 FG%, .657 FT%

Derek Anderson: 35.0 MPG, 16.0 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 3.1 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.9 SPG, 2.4 TOV, 4.15 FG%, .500 FT%, .962 FT%

[IceMan2]

2001 Mavericks vs. 2001 Spurs


Michael Finley: 42.1 MPG, 20.3 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 4.4 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .471 FG%, .550 3P%, .667 FT%

Dirk Nowitzki: 40.4 MPG, 17.7 PPG, 10.1 RPG, 3.1 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .434 FG%, .333 3P%, .759 FT%

Steve Nash: 35.1 MPG, 12.3 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 6.9 APG, 0. BPG, 1.1 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .444 FG%, .333 3P%, .800 FT%

Juwan Howard: 33.3 MPG, 14.7 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 2.7 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .469 FG%, .929 FT%


Tim Duncan: 38.9 MPG, 22.1 PPG, 14.3 RPG, 3.7 APG, 2.1 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 4.1 TOV, .484 FG%, .500 3P% (1/2), .640 FT%

David Robinson: 33.7 MPG, 15.6 PPG, 11.1 RPG, 1.4 APG, 3.9 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 2.9 TOV, .477 FG%, .657 FT%

Derek Anderson: 35.0 MPG, 16.0 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 3.1 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.9 SPG, 2.4 TOV, 4.15 FG%, .500 FT%, .962 FT%

Duncan easily outplayed Dirk but Dallas was just deeper. Great series though Game 7 decided by 2 points.

[Magic 32]

More please :applause:

[IceMan2]

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8 2000 New York Knicks

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9 2008 Utah Jazz


Preview: The 2008 New York Knicks went 50-32 in the regular season before losing to the Indiana Pacers in the ECF. This team was led by a prime duo of Houston and Spreewell with Ewing still being a good contributer inside. Besides for these 3, this team had depth with Larry Johnson, Camby, and Kurt Thomas. Overall an experienced team who has the weapons to keep up with anyone.

The 2008 Utah Jazz went 54-28 before losing to the Lakers in the 2nd round. This team was led by the all-star duo of Deron Williams and Carlos Boozer. This was the new Stockton-Malone in Utah, though of course not as good. Nonetheless they got the job done and had some help with AK-47 and Okur.

This will be an interesting series. The Knicks will somehow have to stop Boozer and Deron. They have the bigs to throw at Boozer, but it will be tough for them to contain Deron with Charlie Ward. The Jazz are a WCF squad which may mean they are tougher and can take on better competition. We will see if this is the case.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Knicks 100, Jazz 99

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8189318&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Houston 16pts and GW

Recap: In a very tight Game 1 the Knicks survive it with an Allan Houston buzzer-beater game winner. The Knicks were up by 1 but Boozer

[JimmyMcAdocious]

Looks like the East getting their ass kicked in West vs East matchups.

[KG215]

2008 Jazz vs. 2000 Knicks


Deron Williams: 39.2 MPG, 20.2 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 11.3 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .489 FG%, .421 3P%, .844 FT%

Carlos Boozer: 34.3 MPG, 19.0 PPG, 14.2 RPG, 2.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .521 FG%, .640 FT%

Mehmet Okur: 37.7 MPG, 17.0 PPG, 11.7 RPG, 2.7 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .507 FG%, .500 3P%, .750 FT%

Andrei Kirilenko: 32.8 MPG, 10.8 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 5.7 APG, 1.8 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .448 FG%, .100 3P%, .923 FT%

Ronnie Brewer: 26.0 MPG, 12.5 PPG, 3.7 RPG, 1.5 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .582 FG%, .333 3P%, .909 FT%


Latrell Sprewell: 42.2 MPG, 18.8 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 3.0 APG, 0.3 BPG, 3.0 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .388 FG%, .625 3P%, .933 FT%

Allan Houston: 41.5 MPG, 18.2 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .420 FG%, .400 3P%, .906 FT%

Patrick Ewing: 34.5 MPG, 16.2 PPG, 10.3 RPG, 0.8 APG, 2.3 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .414 FG%, .833 FT%

Larry Johnson: 34.2 MPG, 13.3 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .492 FG%, .333 3P%, .818 FT%

Marcus Camby: 21.2 MPG, 9.7 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 0.8 APG, 2.2 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .564 FG%, .875 FT%

[IceMan2]

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1 2000 Los Angeles Lakers


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9 2008 Utah Jazz



Preview: The 2000 Lakers finished with a 67-15 record, the best seen in the entire decade. Definitely making them worthy of a #1 seed in this tournament. The playoffs weren't as easy, but they made it through eventually winning the championship. O'Neal was at his peak and maybe the best player in this entire tournament. Kobe was an all-star but not quite in his prime yet. Nonetheless, they had Rice who was probably the best role-player they had in their 1st 3-peat and could make up for Kobe not being at in his prime yet.


The 2008 Utah Jazz went 54-28 before losing to the Lakers in the 2nd round. This team was led by the all-star duo of Deron Williams and Carlos Boozer. This was the new Stockton-Malone in Utah, though of course not as good. Nonetheless they got the job done and had some help with AK-47 and Okur.


The Lakers advanced past the Grizzlies in Round 1 with O’Neal leading the way. O’Neal averaged 29/14 on 59% shooting as he was dominant in this series. The Jazz were led by the Combo of Deron/Boozer who both had a strong series for this Utah team. The Jazz matchup actually pretty well against the Lakers, Deron and Boozer may be tough to defend for LA. Ron Harper will be the primary defender on Deron but he maybe too slow to keep up, Deron averaged 20.2ppg and 11.3apg in Round 1 and Lakers better hope to slow him down a bit more. The Jazz also have players to throw at Kobe and Rice with Brewer and Ak-47. This worked well in Round 1 as Sprewell shot just 38.8% while Houston at 42%. The Jazz have to hope to contain Rice and Kobe, because there is going to be no stopping O’Neal. Shaq might need a monster series to get his Laker team over Utah in this one.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Lakers 102, Jazz 96

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8200607&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O’Neal 32pts/13reb/8ast on 13/21 FG

Recap: After a struggling 1st half with just 37 points at halftime, the Lakers found their offensive touch in the 2nd half to take the game. The Jazz had no answer for Shaq as they double-teamed him constantly but he still found a way to dominate the game. Kobe 19/9/7 as he took the challenge to play defense on Deron and held Williams to 6/14 shooting. Glen Rice added 23 for the Lakers.

Game 2: at Lakers 103, Jazz 87

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8200609&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O’Neal 37pts/18reb/6ast/6blk on 18/24 FG

Recap: Shaquille O’Neal dominated Game 2 as the Jazz had no answer for him again. Shaq shredded through Boozer and Okur in this game as the Jazz had no answer for O’Neal. Kobe added 21 for the Lakers and led the defensive effort on Deron Williams holding him to 4/17 shooting with good help defense by Shaq who had 6 blocks. A complete effort by the Lakers today as they take a 2-0 lead in the series.


Game 3: at Jazz 106, Lakers 103

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8200612&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: M.Okur 24pts/12reb and GW

Recap: The Jazz comeback home where they are so great. And they showed the Lakers why they are so good at home winning a closer thriller. Okur hit a go-ahead 3 pointer with 2 seconds left in the game to give the Jazz a 3 point lead and the Game 1 win. Deron Williams had 21/11 while Boozer was a monster with 37/11. Shaq had another monster game but the Jazz did a good job limiting Kobe and Rice.


Jazz make adjustments to play Jarrod Collins more to help guard Shaq. Lakers make adjustments to play Horry over AC Green more to help guard Boozer.

Game 4: at Jazz 108, Lakers 89

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8200614&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Boozer 27pts/9reb on 13/22 FG

Recap: The Jazz even up the series at 2-2 with a dominating Game 2 win. The Jazz played great deny defense not allowing O’Neal to get into his rythm, while executing brilliantly on offense. Boozer continues to have a great series as the Jazz also controlled the glass. The Jazz are now 5-0 at home.

Both teams up the minutes of their star players

Game 5: at Lakers 98, Jazz 85

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8200615&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O’Neal 29pts/22reb/6blk

Recap: The Lakers take a 3-2 lead behind a great defensive effort. O’Neal led this defensive effort grabbing 22 rebounds, all defensive rebounds limiting any 2nd chance points by the Jazz. He also had 6 blocks overall exerting great effort on defense.

Game 6: at Jazz 106, Lakers 99

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8200616&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: C.Boozer 26pts/12reb

Recap: The Lakers really wanted to finish the series but the Jazz deny them. Boozer had another good game as he has been the MVP of the Jazz this series attacking the weak PF spot of the Lakers. The Jazz also did a great job defending O’Neal holding him to under 20 points. Collins gets some credit as O’Neal has not played as well ever since Collins helped out on O’Neal more.

Both teams give all their key stars more minutes for Game 7.

Game 7: at Lakers 112, Jazz 103

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8200618&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1
Player of the Game: K.Bryant 32pts/18reb/7ast on 14/26 FG

Recap: The Lakers win the series in a tough fought Game 7. The Jazz needed to come out strong and they did, taking a double digit lead in the 1st quarter and overall scoring 39 points. The Lakers however fought back and had a 7 point lead by the end of the 3rd. But the Jazz dit not quit, the game came down to the 4th. It was just a 2 point game with 3 minutes left after 2 buckets by Deron, but after that, the Lakers put the Jazz away. Kobe Bryant had his best game of the series with 32 points and 18 rebounds, playing with great intensity on both ends of the floor limiting Deron as well. O’Neal had another monster game with 38 points and 13 rebounds as he showed Utah that no one could stop him. All teams won their home games and that is what it all came down to.





2000 Lakers Win 4-3



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[IceMan2]

That was a tough 7 game series. The 2000 Lakers are fortunate that they have homecourt advantage in all the series they play in this tournament, including the Final 4 where they maybe matched up against other 1 seeds. They still have home court because they had the best record in the decade.

[IceMan2]

But yeah nice 7 game series. As a side note, those who know WIF already know this, but in case you can't wait till I post all 7 games (or want to make sure I am not "fixing" anything lol), you can start following "GameIDs" from the WIF box score. Every boxscore link has a "GameID",

http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8200614&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

and since I sim sequentially, you can see the GameIDs of the ones I sim after (they are about 10-20 higher, you may have to go 1 by 1 some).
So to make it more clear, when I post the "preview", sim some random game on WIF NBA, get the box score link, see the GameID, change teh GameID for something around the one you have, and you will eventually find the series I am simming, and you can follow along (and see that I only sim each game once).

[KG215]

Did you pick the 2000 Lakers over the 2001 Lakers because of a better regular season record?

I think the 2001 Lakers were pretty clearly the better of the two teams. They coasted in the regular season, but flipped the switch in the playoffs and dominated. And Kobe was still basically just a really good role player in 2000, but was a full-blown superstar in 2001.

[IceMan2]

Did you pick the 2000 Lakers over the 2001 Lakers because of a better regular season record?

I think the 2001 Lakers were pretty clearly the better of the two teams. They coasted in the regular season, but flipped the switch in the playoffs and dominated. And Kobe was still basically just a really good role player in 2000, but was a full-blown superstar in 2001.

I usually seperate by record, but for "debatable" teams like 2000 Lakers vs. 2001 Lakers, I break it by simming a 7 games series between the 2. The 00 Lakers won 4-3. So I choose them. Maybe I should've simmed more games :confusedshrug:

Either way I think they are pretty close. Kobe may have not been as good in 2000 as he was in 2001, but they had Glen Rice who was a very good role player, better than anyone they had in their 3 peat, he I think more than makes up the difference.

[IceMan2]

Also another advantage for the Lakers, since you can't have more than 1 team in a 2 year span (so no consecutive year teams), the Lakers were able to enter the 2000 Lakers and the 2002 Lakers (who were similar to the 2001 Lakers). If they entered the 2001 Lakers, there would be only 1 Laker team from the 3 peat.

[IceMan2]

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2 2004 Detroit Pistons


vs.


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10 2001 Dallas Mavericks



Preview: The 2004 Detroit Pistons went 54-28 and stunned the world defeating the Lakers for the championship. They really improved as a team once they acquired Rasheed Wallace. The Pistons were a very dominant defensive team, arguably the best defensive team in this tournament. Anyone facing this team knows it will not be an easy series.


The 2001 Dallas Mavericks went 53-29 in the regular season before losing to the, guess who, 2001 Spurs in the western semi-finals. This was the 1st year where the

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Pistons 91, Mavericks 82

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8201513&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 14pts/12reb

Recap: The Pistons take game 1 with their strong defense. Overall all 5 starters were in double figures and they held the Mavericks to 39% shooting. Finley had 10, while Nash just 5. Nowitzki came out playing aggressive finishing with 29pts/12reb but Dallas’s big 3 all need to play well to beat Detroit.

Game 2: at Pistons 103, Mavericks 91

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8201561&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 20pts/18reb/3stl

Recap: The Pistons take a 2-0 lead in the series with a strong performance from Ben Wallace. All 5 starters were once again in double figures led by Hamilton’s 24 and the Mavericks big 3 sturggled. They combined shooting just 18/56 from the field today as the Pistons defense has done a good job taking them out making it very difficult for Dallas to win a game.


Game 3: at Mavericks 113, Pistons 96

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8201656&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Nash 22pts/11ast on 8/15 FG

Recap: The Mavericks finally find their offensive groove showing why they were one of the top offensive teams of their day. Nash, Finley, and Juwan Howard all had over 20 points in this victory, reminding teams with the addition of Howard they are a Big 4 not 3. Detroit defended Dirk well again but Dallas just seemed to have too many offensive weapons last game.


Game 4: at Mavericks 106, Pistons 93

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8201673&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Nash 23pts/11ast on 8/12 FG

Recap: The Mavericks even up the series at 2-2 with another great home win. They played great offense again led by Nash and Howard both scoring over 20. The Pistons have focused more on stopping Dirk and Finley, this game Dirk just had 6 points. But Dallas has too many players who can step up on their offense.

Both teams up the minutes of their star players, Pistons higher Hunter to help out defending Nash more.

Game 5: at Pistons 109, Mavericks 87

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8201706&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Billups 23pts/8ast

Recap: The Pistons come back home and take a 3-2 lead in the series with a dominating performance on both ends of the floor. They returned to playing phenomenal defense doing a good job containing all of Dallas’s weapons while on offense made it look easy against Dallas’s not so strong defense. Billups led the way with 23 points.

Game 6: Pistons 106, at Mavericks 86

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8201758&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: B.Wallace 13pts/18reb/7blk

Recap: The Pistons avoid a Game 7 as their defense prevailed winning this series against the Mavericks in 6 games. Ben and Rasheed Wallace dominated on defense, as these 2 combined for 13 blocks in this win. On offense they had 6 guys in double figures led by Hamilton’s 18 points. Nowitzki continued his struggles this series as the Pistons completely shut him down similar to how they shut down Carmelo last series.







2004 Pistons Win 4-2



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[Doctor K]

I think the 2004 Pistons will beat the 2000 Lakers if they squared up. They can limit O'Neal a little with Ben Wallace, and if they take out Kobe/Rice (which I think they can and will) they will have enough to beat LA.

[KG215]

2000 Lakers vs. 2008 Jazz


Shaquille O'Neal: 42.3 MPG, 30.3 PPG, 14.4 RPG, 5.4 APG, 3.1 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.1 TOV, .595 FG%, .600 FT%

Kobe Bryant: 41.7 MPG, 21.0 PPG, 8.6 RPG, 6.3 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 4.3 TOV, .444 FG%, .250 3P%, .828 FT%

Glen Rice: 34.6 MPG, 18.0 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 4.1 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .505 FG%, .464 3P%, .808 FT%


Deron Williams: 41.7 MPG, 16.9 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 9.9 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .413 FG%, .238 3P%, .871 FT%

Carlos Boozer: 37.3 MPG, 23.1 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 2.9 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .544 FG%, .813 FT%

Andrei Kirilenko: 29.7 MPG, 8.7 PPG, 5.0 RPG, 4.9 APG, 2.0 BPG, 1.9 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .451 FG%, .467 3P%, .615 FT%

Mehmet Okur: 31.0 MPG, 15.3 PPG, 9.4 RPG, 1.4 APG, 0.6 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .411 FG%, .344 3P%, .846 FT%

Ronnie Brewer: 24.6 MPG, 9.4 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 2.1 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 0.7 TOV, .475 FG%, .375 3P%, .583 FT%

[Doctor K]

2000 Lakers vs. 2008 Jazz


Shaquille O'Neal: 42.3 MPG, 30.3 PPG, 14.4 RPG, 5.4 APG, 3.1 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.1 TOV, .595 FG%, .600 FT%

Kobe Bryant: 41.7 MPG, 21.0 PPG, 8.6 RPG, 6.3 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 4.3 TOV, .444 FG%, .250 3P%, .828 FT%

Glen Rice: 34.6 MPG, 18.0 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 4.1 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .505 FG%, .464 3P%, .808 FT%


Deron Williams: 41.7 MPG, 16.9 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 9.9 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .413 FG%, .238 3P%, .871 FT%

Carlos Boozer: 37.3 MPG, 23.1 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 2.9 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .544 FG%, .813 FT%

Andrei Kirilenko: 29.7 MPG, 8.7 PPG, 5.0 RPG, 4.9 APG, 2.0 BPG, 1.9 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .451 FG%, .467 3P%, .615 FT%

Mehmet Okur: 31.0 MPG, 15.3 PPG, 9.4 RPG, 1.4 APG, 0.6 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .411 FG%, .344 3P%, .846 FT%

Ronnie Brewer: 24.6 MPG, 9.4 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 2.1 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 0.7 TOV, .475 FG%, .375 3P%, .583 FT%

Shaq beasted. Kobe just inflated his stats with that strong Game 7 performance. But i give him props for defending Deron well.

[KG215]

2008 Utah Jazz Playoff Stats (13 Games)

Deron Williams: 40.5 MPG, 18.4 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 10.5 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 3.1 TOV, .448 FG%, .325 3P%, .857 FT%

Carlos Boozer: 35.9 MPG, 21.2 PPG, 11.9 RPG, 2.5 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 3.2 TOV, .534 FG%, .737 FT%

Andrei Kirilenko: 31.2 MPG, 9.7 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 5.2 APG, 1.9 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .450 FG%, .320 3P%, .769 FT%

Mehmet Okur: 34.1 MPG, 16.1 PPG, 10.5 RPG, 2.0 APG, 0.6 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .453 FG%, .400 3P%, .796 FT%

Ronnie Brewer: 25.2 MPG, 10.8 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 1.8 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .526 FG%, .364 3P%, .739 FT%

[Doctor K]

2008 Utah Jazz Playoff Stats (13 Games)

Deron Williams: 40.5 MPG, 18.4 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 10.5 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 3.1 TOV, .448 FG%, .325 3P%, .857 FT%

Carlos Boozer: 35.9 MPG, 21.2 PPG, 11.9 RPG, 2.5 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 3.2 TOV, .534 FG%, .737 FT%

Andrei Kirilenko: 31.2 MPG, 9.7 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 5.2 APG, 1.9 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .450 FG%, .320 3P%, .769 FT%

Mehmet Okur: 34.1 MPG, 16.1 PPG, 10.5 RPG, 2.0 APG, 0.6 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .453 FG%, .400 3P%, .796 FT%

Ronnie Brewer: 25.2 MPG, 10.8 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 1.8 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .526 FG%, .364 3P%, .739 FT%

Very typical Jazz stats. And also typical Jazz team play, I think they went 6-0 at home and 2-5 on the road :oldlol:

[KG215]

2004 Pistons vs. 2001 Mavericks


Chauncey Billups: 35.3 MPG, 15.3 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 5.5 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .359 FG%, .235 3P% (8/34), .947 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 37.2 MPG, 21.0 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 5.5 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.5 TOV, .520 FG%, .960 FT%

Ben Wallace: 40.5 MPG, 13.2 PPG, 15.3 RPG, 2.0 APG, 2.5 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .475 FG%, .677 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 35.5 MPG, 14.5 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 2.5 APG, 1.3 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .550 FG%, .438 FG%, .933 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 29.2 MPG, 13.0 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 1.7 APG, 2.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .508 FG%, .304 3P%, .550 FT%


Dirk Nowitzki: 39.5 MPG, 14.8 PPG, 9.8 RPG, 2.8 APG, 1.3 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .317 FG%, .160 3P% (8/25), .840 FT%

Michael Finley: 39.5 MPG, 17.8 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 4.8 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .417 FG%, .263 3P%, .632 FT%

Steve Nash: 37.8 MPG, 12.3 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 7.8 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .424 FG%, .318 3P%, .733 FT%

Juwan Howard: 34.3 MPG, 17.7 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 2.3 APG, 0.5 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .512 FG%, .782 FT%

[KG215]

2001 Dallas Mavericks Playoff Stats (13 Games)


Dirk Nowitzki: 40.0 MPG, 16.4 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 3.0 APG, 1.2 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .377 FG%, .255 3P%, .796 FT%

Michael Finley: 40.9 MPG, 19.2 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 4.6 APG, 0.6 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .445 FG%, .410 3P%, .652 FT%

Steve Nash: 36.4 MPG, 12.3 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 7.3 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.1 TOV, .435 FG%, .325 3P%, .760 FT%

Juwan Howard: 33.8 MPG, 16.1 PPG, 6.7 RPG, 2.5 APG, 0.6 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.6 TOV, .489 FG%, .838 FT%

[IceMan2]

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3 2006 Miami Heat


vs.


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6 2007 Phoenix Suns



Preview: The 2006 Miami Heat went 52-30 in the regular season and then won the NBA Championship. They are the last and lowest seed of all the NBA champions: A 3 seed. That though tells them they have a point to make. They are led by the duo of Wade & O

[KG215]

Glad to see you didn't give up on this. I've been pretty busy the last couple of days, but I'll try and get caught up on some stats in the next day or two.

[IceMan2]

This should be a really good series, a final matchup we never saw. Both teams were at their best these years.

[IceMan2]

Glad to see you didn't give up on this. I've been pretty busy the last couple of days, but I'll try and get caught up on some stats in the next day or two.

Yeah I said I was gone for vacation and would return. Not going to quit on this period. After this matchup I will have wrapped up most of the 2nd round matchups (4 will remain) and will probably take a break before the sweet 16 (giving you time to catchup)

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Heat 100, Suns 95

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8282998&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O

[IceMan2]

Huge SHOWDOWN in the Sweet 16 Round between the 2004 Detroit Pistons and 2006 Miami Heat. So far all champions advanced to the Sweet 16 so no champion has been eliminated. Of course that will end here. Both these teams were great in real-life and have impressed so far in the sim. Tough to say who will win.

[KG215]

2006 Heat vs. 2007 Suns


Dwyane Wade: 40.3 MPG, 24.3 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 9.0 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .438 FG%, .091 3P% (1/11), .733 FT%

Shaquille O'Neal: 37.0 MPG, 25.5 PPG, 12.2 RPG, 3.5 APG, 1.7 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 3.2 TOV, .596 FG%, .436 FT% (17/39)

Antoine Walker: 32.0 MPG, 14.5 PPG, 8.8 RPG, 2.3 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .425 FG%, .361 3P%, .857 FT%

Jason Williams: 26.8 MPG, 11.0 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 6.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .440 FG%, .357 3P%, .800 FT%


Steve Nash: 39.8 MPG, 17.2 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 11.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 4.3 TOV, .429 FG%, .308 3P%, 1.000 FT% (17/17)

Amare Stoudemire: 33.5 MPG, 19.5 PPG, 10.7 RPG, 1.0 APG, 1.3 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .523 FG%, .711 FT%

Shawn Marion: 43.2 MPG, 16.2 PPG, 14.5 RPG, 1.3 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .444 FG%, .269 3P%, .909 FT%

Raja Bell: 37.0 MPG, 12.2 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 2.3 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .381 FG%, .390 3P%, .900 FT%

Leandro Barbosa: 32.7 MPG, 17.7 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 5.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .425 FG%, .360 3P%, .967 FT% (29/30)

Boris Diaw: 26.3 MPG, 8.5 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 2.7 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .595 FG%, 1.000 3P% (1/1), .545 FT%

[KG215]

2007 Suns Playoff Stats (11 Games)


Steve Nash: 39.6 MPG, 17.9 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 11.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 4.4 TOV, .432 FG%, .345 3P%, 1.000 FT% (31/31)

Amare Stoudemire: 34.4 MPG, 20.5 PPG, 11.7 RPG, 1.3 APG, 1.2 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .544 FG%, .785 FT%

Shawn Marion: 42.2 MPG, 18.4 PPG, 13.6 RPG, 1.8 APG, 1.3 BPG, 2.1 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .521 FG%, .366 3P%, .882 FT%

Raja Bell: 37.1 MPG, 12.8 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 2.5 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .416 FG%, .391 3P%, .909 FT%

Leandro Barbosa: 31.4 MPG, 16.8 PPG, 2.1 RPG, 5.1 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .424 FG%, .353 3P%, .957 FT%

Boris Diaw: 27.0 MPG, 8.3 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 3.4 APG, 0.3 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .548 FG%, .500 3P% (2/4), .563 FT%

[Doctor K]

2006 Heat vs. 2007 Suns


Dwyane Wade: 40.3 MPG, 24.3 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 9.0 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .438 FG%, .091 3P% (1/11), .733 FT%

Shaquille O'Neal: 37.0 MPG, 25.5 PPG, 12.2 RPG, 3.5 APG, 1.7 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 3.2 TOV, .596 FG%, .436 FT% (17/39)

Antoine Walker: 32.0 MPG, 14.5 PPG, 8.8 RPG, 2.3 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .425 FG%, .361 3P%, .857 FT%

Jason Williams: 26.8 MPG, 11.0 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 6.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .440 FG%, .357 3P%, .800 FT%


Steve Nash: 39.8 MPG, 17.2 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 11.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 4.3 TOV, .429 FG%, .308 3P%, 1.000 FT% (17/17)

Amare Stoudemire: 33.5 MPG, 19.5 PPG, 10.7 RPG, 1.0 APG, 1.3 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .523 FG%, .711 FT%

Shawn Marion: 43.2 MPG, 16.2 PPG, 14.5 RPG, 1.3 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .444 FG%, .269 3P%, .909 FT%

Raja Bell: 37.0 MPG, 12.2 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 2.3 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .381 FG%, .390 3P%, .900 FT%

Leandro Barbosa: 32.7 MPG, 17.7 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 5.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .425 FG%, .360 3P%, .967 FT% (29/30)

Boris Diaw: 26.3 MPG, 8.5 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 2.7 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .595 FG%, 1.000 3P% (1/1), .545 FT%


great to see you back KG!

shaqs domination over amare made the difference in this series. suns had no interior defense

[Doctor K]

Huge SHOWDOWN in the Sweet 16 Round between the 2004 Detroit Pistons and 2006 Miami Heat. So far all champions advanced to the Sweet 16 so no champion has been eliminated. Of course that will end here. Both these teams were great in real-life and have impressed so far in the sim. Tough to say who will win.

this is a tough one. I think Detroit shuts down Wade and lets Shaq do his thing and takes the series in 7

[IceMan2]

back for some sunday simming!

[IceMan2]

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4 2004 Indiana Pacers


vs.


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5 2000 Portland Trailblazers



Preview: The 2004 Indiana Pacers went 61-21 in the regular season good for the best record in the NBA. They lost in the ECF to the eventual champions Detroit Pistons in a very nice defensive series. They were led by All-Star PF Jermaine O

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Blazers 94, at Pacers 89

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8289668&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Pippen 22pts/10reb/6ast

Recap: The Blazers take Game 1 from the series upsetting the Pacers on the road. The Blazers trailed after each quarter but kept the game close enough. In the 4th they finally overtook the Pacers and won the game. They played tough defense in the 4th holding Indiana to just 14 points. Jermaine O

[IceMan2]

Amazing series :applause:

Blazers choke again :facepalm

[JimmyMcAdocious]

Only Portland would give up a 3-0 lead... I always thought those two were comparable teams, the early-00's Blazers and mid-00's Pacers. Both certainly good enough to win it all, balanced team top to bottom, no real superstars but first options who could play like one (JO and Sheed), former superstars on their last leg (Pip and Miller), great coaches on sideline, and zero Finals appearances.

[IceMan2]

Only Portland would give up a 3-0 lead... I always thought those two were comparable teams, the early-00's Blazers and mid-00's Pacers. Both certainly good enough to win it all, balanced team top to bottom, no real superstars but first options who could play like one (JO and Sheed), former superstars on their last leg (Pip and Miller), great coaches on sideline, and zero Finals appearances.
Yeah and the series was neck to neck, tied at 90-90 in Game 7 with 1 minute remaining.

[IceMan2]

The North Region's Sweet 16 Matchups are set!



1 2000 Los Angeles Lakers vs. 4 2004 Indiana Pacers

2 2004 Detroit Pistons vs. 3 2006 Miami Heat


Will be looking forward to these :rockon:

[IceMan2]

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1 2000 Los Angeles Lakers


vs.


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4 2004 Indiana Pacers



Preview: The 2000 Lakers finished with a 67-15 record, the best seen in the entire decade. Definitely making them worthy of a #1 seed in this tournament. The playoffs weren't as easy, but they made it through eventually winning the championship. O'Neal was at his peak and maybe the best player in this entire tournament. Kobe was an all-star but not quite in his prime yet. Nonetheless, they had Rice who was probably the best role-player they had in their 1st 3-peat and could make up for Kobe not being at in his prime yet.

The 2004 Indiana Pacers went 61-21 in the regular season good for the best record in the NBA. They lost in the ECF to the eventual champions Detroit Pistons in a very nice defensive series. They were led by All-Star PF Jermaine O

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Lakers 102, Pacers 75

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8321658&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O

[IceMan2]

The 2000 Lakers finally play up to the level they are capable of and advance to the Elite 8 :applause:

[KG215]

2004 Pacers vs. 2000 Blazers


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[JimmyMcAdocious]

A bad game from Shaq is 25/10/2/4 blocks >50% shooting. :facepalm

[KG215]

2000 Blazers Playoff Stats (14 Games)


Scottie Pippen: 39.6 MPG, 15.0 PPG, 8.2 RPG, 4.3 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .407 FG%, .258 3P%, .643 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 36.9 MPG, 17.1 PPG, 8.3 RPG, 2.1 APG, 1.5 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .515 FG%, .300 3P%, .667 FT%

Steve Smith: 35.7 MPG, 13.5 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 3.9 APG, 0.6 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .401 FG%, .300 3P%, .868 FT%

Arvydas Sabonis: 30.6 MPG, 14.1 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 2.4 APG, 1.5 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .481 FG%, .333 3P%, .894 FT%

Damon Stoudemire: 30.5 MPG, 11.6 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 4.6 RPG, 0.0 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .396 FG%, .314 3P%, .881 FT%

[MP.Trey]

Pistons-Heat will be a great matchup. 2006 ECF rematch, except Detroit's a little younger.

[KG215]

2000 Lakers vs. 2004 Pacers

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[IceMan2]

Today the matchup of the Sweet 16 will be simmed


2 2004 Detroit Pistons vs. 3 2006 Miami Heat


This will be the 1st Champions vs. Champions battle

[IceMan2]

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2 2004 Detroit Pistons


vs.


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3 2006 Miami Heat



Preview: The 2004 Detroit Pistons went 54-28 and stunned the world defeating the Lakers for the championship. They really improved as a team once they acquired Rasheed Wallace. The Pistons were a very dominant defensive team, arguably the best defensive team in this tournament. Anyone facing this team knows it will not be an easy series.

The 2006 Miami Heat went 52-30 in the regular season and then won the NBA Championship. They are the last and lowest seed of all the NBA champions: A 3 seed. That though tells them they have a point to make. They are led by the duo of Wade & O’Neal, one of the best duos we saw in the 00s. Besides for these 2 they had many good veteran role-players. Ultimately they are champions so they will be tough to beat.

A huge showdown here. The 2004 NBA Champions Detroit Pistons vs. The 2006 NBA Champions Miami Heat. The Pistons have not had too much trouble the 1st 2 rounds, they won both series in 6 and did it through tough defense. In Round 1 they focused on stopping Melo and held him to 33.9% shooting, while in Round 2 they focused in stopping Dirk and held him to 31.7% shooting. This round they will have to focus on both Wade and Shaq. So far O’Neal has led the way for Miami as he averaged 26/12 last series and as they defeated one of the stronger teams 2007 Phoenix Suns in 6 games. The Heat so have proven themselves to be able to beat strong teams, but the Pistons will easily be their biggest challenge thus far.

[IceMan2]

The matchup we all have been waiting for, I expect it to be a good series

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Heat 98, at Pistons 89

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8370077&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O

[IceMan2]

Game 3: at Heat 97, Pistons 90

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8370096&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Wade 33pts/14reb/8ast

Recap: The Heat superstar duo had their best game of the series to give the Heat a 2-1 lead in the series. Dwyane Wade especially took over playing very aggressive and leading the Heat with 33 while O

[IceMan2]

Game 5: at Pistons 91, Heat 79

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8370249&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 18pts/18reb

Recap: The Pistons played like there was no tomorrow and they sure played it well. The Wallace towers made sure they did not get owned in the glass again and this time owend the Heat outrebounding them 55-37. Ben Wallace led the way with 18 rebounds while Sheed had 14 for the Pistons holding Miami

[KG215]

2006 Heat vs. 2004 Pistons


Dwyane Wade: 41.3 MPG, 22.5 PPG, 9.3 RPG, 7.5 APG, 0.3 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 4.0 TOV, .420 FG%, .167 3P%, .750 FT%

Shaquille O'Neal: 35.5 MPG, 23.3 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 2.8 APG, 1.7 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.5 TOV, .596 FG%, .593 FT%

Antoine Walker: 30.5 MPG, 11.0 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.7 TOV, .385 FG%, .310 3P%, .700 FT%

Jason Williams: 27.0 MPG, 9.8 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 5.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 0.7 TOV, .462 FG%, .333 3P%, 1.000 FT% (4/4)


Chauncey Billups: 38.2 MPG, 17.2 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 6.3 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .373 FG%, .320 3P%, .943 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 38.8 MPG, 18.7 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .457 FG%, .200 3P%, .882 FT%

Ben Wallace: 40.5 MPG, 13.2 PPG, 15.2 RPG, 0.8 APG, 2.7 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .364 FG%, .622 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 37.2 MPG, 10.7 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 2.5 APG, 2.3 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .480 FG%, .500 3P% (7/14), .692 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 29.2 MPG, 11.8 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 1.7 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .394 FG%, .227 3P%, .778 FT%

[KG215]

2004 Detroit Pistons Playoff Stats (18 Games)


Chauncey Billups: 37.0 MPG, 17.3 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 6.0 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .375 FG%, .312 3P%, .914 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 37.9 MPG, 20.1 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 4.4 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 2.6 TOV, .485 FG%, .200 3P%, .921 FT%

Ben Wallace: 40.5 MPG, 13.1 PPG, 15.4 RPG, 1.5 APG, 3.4 BPG, 2.1 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .427 FG%, .629 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 36.2 MPG, 12.4 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 2.9 APG, 1.6 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .509 FG%, .439 3P%, .857 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 29.6 MPG, 13.2 PPG, 7.9 RPG, 1.8 APG, 1.8 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .448 FG%, .313 3P%, .729 FT%