00s Tournament: West 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://challonge.com/00NBATournament


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



1 03 Spurs

2 02 Lakers

3 06 Pistons

4 02 Kings

5 03 Mavericks

6 04 Timberwolves

7 01 Bucks

8 08 Hornets

9 02 Celtics

10 00 Heat

11 09 Spurs

12 04 Nets

13 05 Rockets

14 03 Blazers

15 04 Grizzlies

16 05 Bulls

[IceMan2]

Each Round Will Be Best out of 7
I will start with the Top Seeds
The higher seed will have Homecout Advantage
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 West Region???
Who will win it?
Upsets?
Dark-Horse picks?

[KG215]

The '03 Spurs are the weakest of the 4 Duncan championship teams. I don't see them getting out of the region. I like the '02 Lakers or '02 Kings.

[IceMan2]

The '03 Spurs are the weakest of the 4 Duncan championship teams. I don't see them getting out of the region. I like the '02 Lakers or '02 Kings.
Not necessarily. They did finish with the best regular season and playoff run. They also did beat the 3 time defending champion Lakers with Kobe&Shaq both in their primes (something all the other Duncan teams failed to do). And they did have Duncan at his peak (all other championship Duncan versions were worse) and they did have basically all the other good teammates of Duncan (Only championship team with Parker, Manu, and Robinson) though they weren't in their primes.


But really the 2003 Spurs accomplished more than any other Spur teams in franchise history.

[Doctor K]

I want to see a 02 Lakers and Kings rematch :rockon:

[Gifted Mind]

Interesting idea


One thing I think we'll notice is the east will struggle in this tournament. The seeding was given based on record, however I expect a 50 win team in the west to be much tougher than a 50 win team in the east, especially early on in the decade. Thus, upsets will likely happen places where an eastern conference team was given a high seed due to an inflated record or postseason success.

[IceMan2]

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1 2003 San Antonio Spurs



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16 2005 Chicago Bulls


Preview: The 2003 San Antonio Spurs finished with a 60-22 season. They then went along and won the NBA Championship. Many would call this the weakest Spurs team but I would call it the strongest. It featured Tim Duncan at his peak, winning his 2nd MVP award in a row. In the playoffs they knocked off the 3 time defending champion LA Lakers in route to a title. They were a strong defensive team while being very good on offense. All the important pieces of the Spurs championship runs were present on this team: Duncan, Ginobili, Parker, and Robinson.

The 2005 Chicago Bulls were the 1st Bulls team to make the playoffs after Jordan had left them. They surprised many people that year after years of struggle. They played good team basketball and were led by Curry, Hinrich, and Gordon all averaging above 15. Their strength was their defense and they will need to give it all they have to force an upset here.

2 great defensive teams so it figures to be a good tough series. The Bulls offense wasn't that strong and the Spurs are a top defensive team. They will cause the Bulls to struggle, the Bulls have to find a way to score the ball effectively to have a shot here. The other question is can they stop Tim Duncan. He was at his peak here. Tyson Chandler is their best bet to slow him down.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Spurs 98, Bulls 86

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8054232&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Bowen 14pts/6reb on 6/10 FG


Recap: In a game where Duncan was mostly a non-factor, the Bulls still failed to get a win. Duncan struggled as the tough Bulls was focused on stopping him, but it led to open looks for the rest of his teammates as they won in a balanced effort.



Game 2: at Spurs 104, Bulls 75

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8054250&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 21points/18reb/6ast/6blk

Recap: The Spurs dominated Game 2 with a 29 point blow-out win. Tim Duncan continued to face tough defense but still found a way to control the game dominating on the defensive end as the Bulls overall as a team shot just 31% from the field. The Spurs continued with a balance effort on offense to take a 2-0 lead in the series.


G2G will sim the rest later

[KG215]

Kind of odd Duncan only got 35 minutes in game one since he wasn't in foul trouble or anything.

[IceMan2]

Game 3: Spurs 97, at Bulls 95


Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8054365&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 22pts/15reb/3blk

Recap: The Bulls played their best game giving everything they had in this crucial game 3. But the Spurs pulled away again behind another great effort by Duncan and once again good-balanced scoring on offense. The Spurs now lead the series 3-0.

Game 4: Spurs 88, at Bulls 83

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8054372&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 17pts/15reb/6blk

Recap: The Spurs sweep the Bulls 4-0. The Bulls played very hard at home once again, holding a 10 point lead in the 4th, but the Spurs scrambled back and finished the game strong sweeping the series. This was a tough defensive battle but the Spurs came up on top.



2003 Spurs Win Series 4-0

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[IceMan2]

Kind of odd Duncan only got 35 minutes in game one since he wasn't in foul trouble or anything.
Well he was in a little bit of foul-trouble, see 1st quarter play-by-play

[KG215]

Duncan: 39.7 MPG, 18.0 PPG, 15.2 RPG, 4.0 APG, 4.2 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .423 FG%, .720 FT%

Parker: 38.2 MPG, 17.7 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 5.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.5 TOV, .473 FG%, .181 3P%, .714 FT%

Robinson: 32.2 MPG, 11.2 PPG, 11.0 RPG, 0.7 APG, 2.2 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 2.5 TOV, .422 FG%, .778 FT%

Ginobili: 25.0 MPG, 11.2 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 1.5 APG, 0.0 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 0.2 TOV, .485 FG%, .357 3P%, .750 FT%


Can't believe how inefficient Duncan was, but still, an 18-15-4-4-1 stat-line is pretty nice. 18-4-5-1 on 47% shooting from Parker was pretty good, too.

[KG215]

Well he was in a little bit of foul-trouble, see 1st quarter play-by-play
Didn't think about that. Still, only 35 minutes in a semi-close game where he only had 2 fouls seems a bit odd.

[IceMan2]

Duncan: 39.7 MPG, 18.0 PPG, 15.2 RPG, 4.0 APG, 4.2 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .423 FG%, .720 FT%

Parker: 38.2 MPG, 17.7 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 5.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.5 TOV, .473 FG%, .181 3P%, .714 FT%

Robinson: 32.2 MPG, 11.2 PPG, 11.0 RPG, 0.7 APG, 2.2 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 2.5 TOV, .422 FG%, .778 FT%

Ginobili: 25.0 MPG, 11.2 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 1.5 APG, 0.0 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 0.2 TOV, .485 FG%, .357 3P%, .750 FT%


Can't believe how inefficient Duncan was, but still, an 18-15-4-4-1 stat-line is pretty nice. 18-4-5-1 on 47% shooting from Parker was pretty good, too.

And despite that inefficiency the Spurs swept. Like I said this team had a lot of good balance and is going to be a tough team to beat in this tournament. A worthy #1 seed.

[IceMan2]

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2 2002 Los Angeles Lakers



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15 2004 Memphis Grizzlies


Preview: The 2002 Lakers finished with a 58-24 record and helped complete a Laker 3-peat. Most people call them the weakest of the 3-peat, as they had a lot of trouble getting past the 2002 Kings. Nonetheless, they were champions and have Kobe and Shaq both in their primes on this roster.

The 2004 Grizzlies finished with a 50-32 record, the most wins in franchise history at that time. Pau Gasol had turned this franchise around and put them in the winning direction. Along with Gasol this team had 4 other players scoring in double-figures giving them a balanced look on offense. Their season success did not last long though as they got swept in the 1st round.

We have seen this matchup before, as the 00 Lakers beat the 06 Grizzlies in 6 games. That series was competitive so this one maybe too. The 06 Grizzlies did a good job of slowing down Kobe throwing Battier/Eddie Jones at him, however this 04 Grizzly team may not have that luxury ,and even Kobe was a better player in 2002. Nonetheless, if the Grizzlies want to upset they will have to at least slow down Kobe/Shaq in this series.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Lakers 122, Grizzlies 111

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8058903&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: K.Bryant 34pts/6reb on 13/26 FG


Recap: In a high scoring game, the Laker role-players stepped up helping Kobe/Shaq win the game. Fisher had 19 while Fox had 20. Grizzlies did a good job containing O

[Twiens]

We might see a Laker final 4 :oldlol:

[IceMan2]

We might see a Laker final 4 :oldlol:
Its just the 1st round :oldlol:

[hangintheair]

Total domination.

[KG215]

Kobe: 41.5 MPG, 31.7 PPG, 10.7 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.7 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 2.7 TOV, .510 FG%, .250 3P%, .827 FT%

Shaq: 38.2 MPG, 26.2 PPG, 11.2 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .524 FG%, .654 FT%

Pau: 37.2 MPG, 19.2 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 4.0 APG, 2.5 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .485 FG%, .917 FT%

[fpliii]

Kobe: 41.5 MPG, 31.7 PPG, 10.7 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.7 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 2.7 TOV, .510 FG%, .250 3P%, .827 FT%

Shaq: 38.2 MPG, 26.2 PPG, 11.2 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .524 FG%, .654 FT%

Pau: 37.2 MPG, 19.2 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 4.0 APG, 2.5 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .485 FG%, .917 FT%

OT - Did you see Kblaze's thread on Shaq? If not, I'd give it a look. To summarize briefly, he's contending that he'd draft nearly a dozen bigs before non-bigs, and that we in general undervalue guys with size. We had a conversation on this a few months ago (I think either when talking about peaks, or in the best players on offense+defense thread), so I think you'd appreciate the discussion.

[KG215]

OT - Did you see Kblaze's thread on Shaq? If not, I'd give it a look. To summarize briefly, he's contending that he'd draft nearly a dozen bigs before non-bigs, and that we in general undervalue guys with size. We had a conversation on this a few months ago (I think either when talking about peaks, or in the best players on offense+defense thread), so I think you'd appreciate the discussion.
Yeah, I saw it, got to the point where the trolls took over (players 10 years ago "much" less athletic than players today) and got out of it. But I tend to agree with most of what he was saying.

[IceMan2]

Kobe: 41.5 MPG, 31.7 PPG, 10.7 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.7 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 2.7 TOV, .510 FG%, .250 3P%, .827 FT%

Shaq: 38.2 MPG, 26.2 PPG, 11.2 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .524 FG%, .654 FT%

Pau: 37.2 MPG, 19.2 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 4.0 APG, 2.5 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .485 FG%, .917 FT%

Series MVP: Kobe

[fpliii]

Yeah, I saw it, got to the point where the trolls took over (players 10 years ago "much" less athletic than players today) and got out of it. But I tend to agree with most of what he was saying.

Good point. Though he's got me in the mood to do some WIS drafting (only 1 of the 8 I've participated in has actually finished though, so maybe not...the drafts are fun though).

[IceMan2]

Good point. Though he's got me in the mood to do some WIS drafting (only 1 of the 8 I've participated in has actually finished though, so maybe not...the drafts are fun though).
Any opinions on this thread? Base it on real-life.

[IceMan2]

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3 2006 Detroit Pistons



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14 2003 Portland TrailBlazers


Preview: The 2006 Detroit Pistons went 64-18 in the regular season. They are possibly the best team in the decade to not make the finals. They have 4 All-Stars on their team, more than any other team in this tournament, they have excellent chemistry, and are great offensively and defensively. They lost to the 2006 Champion Heat in the ECF being upset. But otherwise this team enjoyed quite a bit of success.

The 2003 TrailBlazers went 50-32 in the regular season before losing a tough series in Game 7 against the Mavericks. Rasheed Wallace was the leader of this team, and is actually in both teams in this matchup. They had other good players like Bonzi Wells, Pippen, Damon Staudomire, but overall this team was on the declining end and a shell of their 2000 Blazer team.

This should be a good series of 2 veteran teams. Obviously the Detroit Pistons have the advantage here with their starting 5 being one of the best starting 5 in NBA history not just this tournmanet. These 5 have had a lot of success together and are a strong 3rd seed. Watching Rasheed vs. Rasheed will be interesting, but the Pistons Rasheed will have to do less as he has more help. The key for teh Blazers is going to be stopping the Pistons backcourt duo of Billups-Hamilton, if they are able to do that they can produce an upset here.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Blazers 87, at Pistons 83

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8077885&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: R.Wallace 13pts/13reb/4blk

Recap: The Portland Trailblazers upset the Pistons in Game 1 winning a thrilling battle. With the game tied at 83-83 with 1 minute left, Bonzi Wells hit back to back clutch shots to give his team the Game 1 win. Rasheed Wallace played good defense and overall the Pistons were held to just 39% shooting. They will need a better performance than that to take Game 2.

Game 2: at Pistons 110, Blazers 86

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8077947&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Billups 35pts/14ast/7reb on 10/18 FG

Recap: In a must-win game the Pistons played their best. Excellent offensive execution while continuous stingy defense. Billups especially had a career-level performance. He was unstoppable today. His great offensive performance and good overall defense by the Pistons evens up the series 1-1.

Game 3: at Blazers 98, Pistons 92

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8077972&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: R.Wallace 20pts/6reb on 7/13 FG

Recap: The Blazers outscore the Pistons 30-16 in the 4th quarter to erase the Pistons lead and take Game 3. R.Wallace was once again key, as the Pistons really had trouble scoring down the stretch. Good defense has been the key for both of the Blazers wins now.

Game 4: at Blazers 94, Pistons 87

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8078061&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: R.Wallace 27pts/12reb on 12/22 FGs

Recap: The Blazers-Pistons once again came down to the 4th quarter, and once again good offense down the stretch got the Blazers the win. They win both their games at home to take a 3-1 lead over the 3rd seeded Detroit Pistons. Rasheed Wallace was huge today having his biggest game of the series. These 2 teams have battled it close both times in Portland but the Blazers have come up on top.


Game 5: at Pistons 110, Blazers 97

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8078073&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 17pts/18reb on 8/12 FG

Recap: Facing elimination the Pistons stay alive. They had no offensive struggle as they came in with 63pts in the 1st half. Rip Hamilton led them in scoring with 26 as they shot almost 55% from the field. They will have to now win in Portland to keep this series alive.


Game 6: Pistons 112, at Blazers 98

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8078083&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: R.Wallace 32pts/5reb 7threes

Recap: This time the Pistons had no problem finding their offense in the 4th quarter with a 32pt 4th quarter. It was another close game entering the 4th, these type of games the Pistons have lost 3 times before. But this time the Pistons got the job done led by Rasheed Wallace who had 7 threes tonite forcing a huge Game 7.

Game 7: at Pistons 110, Blazers 84

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8078099&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: B.Wallace 15pts/18reb/6blk/4stl

Recap: ame 7 was a blowout. The Pistons had all the momentum, the homecourt, and all game all I heard was

[JimmyMcAdocious]

Wow, the Blazers even choke in a simulator too.

[Done_And_Done]

Big Ben putting up them power numbers son...

[Twiens]

Wow, the Blazers even choke in a simulator too.

Straight up :oldlol:

[IceMan2]

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4 2002 Sacramento Kings



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13 2005 Houston Rockets


Preview: The 2002 Sacramento Kings went 61-21 in the regular season and lost in Game 7 to the eventual champion LA Lakers in one of the most controversial series ever. Many still feel this was the best team in the league in 2002 and deserve to have a championship. Nonetheless here they are again alive in this tournament with a shot to redeem themselves and make a statement of how good they were.

The 2005 Houston Rockets went 51-31 and had the all-star duo of McGrady-Ming. They lost McGrady in the playoffs thus did not get past the 1st round in a series that was also very controversial, but he will be healthy here in the tournament. Yao Ming was still getting better but McGrady was already as good as they got. Besides for McGrady and Ming this team did not have much more to offer so both McGrady and Ming will need performances for this team to win some series.

The Kings believe they should have gotten a 1 or 2 seed and now have something to prove. Their path to retribution starts with Houston, where they will have to stop McGrady and Ming to win this matchup. The Rockets also felt they should have gone further than they did and will have to upset the Kings to move further now. How well Doug Christie can guard McGrady will be key in this series.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Kings 95, Rockets 85

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8090697&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 21pts/9reb/4blk

Recap: The Sacramento Kings take Game 1 in the series with a very good defensive effort holding the Rockets to 39.5% shooting in Arco Arena. Tracy McGrady was well-defended by Dough Christie as the Kings win by some good defense in Game 1.

Game 2: at Kings 95, Rockets 86

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8090752&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 25pts/9reb/8ast

Recap: IArco Arena and their cow-bells were once again ringing and it was loud. The Kings trailed by 8 mid-4th quarter but went on a 17-4 run in the 4th to take the lead for good. They played great defense again, especially on McGrady who went 7/27 allowing the Kings to take a 2-0 lead in the series.

Game 3: Kings 107, at Rockets 97

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8090808&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 33pts/10reb

Recap: In a must-win game for the Rockets, the Rockets fall short again. Webber dominated on the offensive end playing very aggressive, as the Kings played their best offense of the series. McGrady continues his struggle in the series.

Game 4: Kings 97, at Rockets 92

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8090822&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: V.Divac 11pts/11reb/6stl

Recap: The Kings sweep the series 4-0 against the Rockets. This game was tied 88-88 with 90 seconds remaining, but Divac and Webber combined 9 points in the last 90 seconds to finish the series off. The Kings advance to the 2nd round.





2002 Kings Win Series 4-0




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[dr.hee]

McGrady:facepalm

[KG215]

2006 Pistons vs. 2003 Blazers

Chauncey Billups: 39.5 MPG, 20.1 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 10.5 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .442 FG%, .487 3P%, .857 FT%

Ben Wallace: 38.2 MPG, 10.5 PPG, 15.4 RPG, 2.1 APG, 2.7 BPG, 2.4 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .559 FG%, .444 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 38.7 MPG, 21.7 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 4.7 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .481 FG%, .388 3P%, .937 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 35.7 MPG, 17.4 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 2.4 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .435 FG%, .408 3P%, .700 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 38.8 MPG, 11.8 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 2.1 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.1 SPG, .507 FG%, .307 3P%, .562 FT%

Antonio McDyess: 18.2 MPG, 8.5 PPG, 6.7 RPG, 1.0 APG, 0.7 BPG, 0.1 SPG, 0.2 TOV, .651 FG%, .500 FT%


Rasheed Wallace: 36.4 MPG, 17.0 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 2.2 APG, 1.5 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .476 FG%, .428 3P%, .700 FT%

Derek Anderson: 35.7 MPG, 13.2 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 5.4 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .395 FG%, .357 3P%, .950 FT%

Bonzi Wells: 34.4 MPG, 14.2 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 4.4 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.7 TOV, .428 FG%, .250 3P%, .650 FT%

Damon Stoudemire: 29.0 MPG, 12.8 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .432 FG%, .400 3P%, .750 FT%

Zach Randolph: 21.5 MPG, 13.1 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 0.8 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.1 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .573 FG%, 1.000 3P%, .866 FT%

[BoNafidde]

TMac couldnt get 30 against the Kings? Thats not accurate at all :oldlol:

[IceMan2]

2006 Pistons vs. 2003 Blazers

Chauncey Billups: 39.5 MPG, 20.1 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 10.5 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .442 FG%, .487 3P%, .857 FT%

Ben Wallace: 38.2 MPG, 10.5 PPG, 15.4 RPG, 2.1 APG, 2.7 BPG, 2.4 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .559 FG%, .444 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 38.7 MPG, 21.7 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 4.7 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .481 FG%, .388 3P%, .937 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 35.7 MPG, 17.4 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 2.4 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .435 FG%, .408 3P%, .700 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 38.8 MPG, 11.8 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 2.1 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.1 SPG, .507 FG%, .307 3P%, .562 FT%

Antonio McDyess: 18.2 MPG, 8.5 PPG, 6.7 RPG, 1.0 APG, 0.7 BPG, 0.1 SPG, 0.2 TOV, .651 FG%, .500 FT%


Rasheed Wallace: 36.4 MPG, 17.0 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 2.2 APG, 1.5 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .476 FG%, .428 3P%, .700 FT%

Derek Anderson: 35.7 MPG, 13.2 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 5.4 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .395 FG%, .357 3P%, .950 FT%

Bonzi Wells: 34.4 MPG, 14.2 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 4.4 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.7 TOV, .428 FG%, .250 3P%, .650 FT%

Damon Stoudemire: 29.0 MPG, 12.8 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .432 FG%, .400 3P%, .750 FT%

Zach Randolph: 21.5 MPG, 13.1 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 0.8 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.1 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .573 FG%, 1.000 3P%, .866 FT%

You must hate doing the stats for deep teams :oldlol:

[KG215]

2002 Kings vs. 2005 Rockets


Chris Webber: 39.8 MPG, 26.3 PPG, 7.8 RPG, 4.3 APG, 2.3 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .465 FG%, 1.000 3P%, .750 3P%

Peja Stojakovic: 37.5 MPG, 14.0 PPG, 8.8 RPG, 3.8 APG, 0.3 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .353 FG%, .278 3P%, .882 FT%

Mike Bibby: 36.0 MPG, 10.0 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 5.5 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .413 FG%, .667 FT%

Vlade Divac: 33.5 MPG, 11.5 PPG, 12.5 RPG, 5.0 APG, 1.3 BPG, 2.3 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .444 FG%, .400 FT%

Doug Christie: 38.5 MPG, 10.0 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.8 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .452 FG%, .600 3P%, .818 FT%


Yao Ming: 36.8 MPG, 21.3 PPG, 14.3 RPG, 0.5 APG, 3.5 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 4.8 TOV, .586 FG%, .708 FT%

Tracy McGrady: 41.5 MPG, 20.8 PPG, 9.0 RPG, 7.3 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.8 TOV, .351 FG%, .160 3P%, .786 FT%

[KG215]

You must hate doing the stats for deep teams :oldlol:
Yeah, the deep teams are kind of a pain in the ass. That's why I only do a few players off-and-on when I have some free time.

[jcsrplumply]

McGrady :roll:

[IceMan2]

I don't see why people are so critical of McGrady, it was 4 games and Peja had just as bad of a shooting series. There are other McGrady teams lets see if he can make it up

[IceMan2]

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5 2003 Dallas Mavericks

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12 2004 New Jersey Nets


Preview: The 2003 Dallas Mavericks went 60-22 in the regular season before losing to the eventual champion Spurs in the WCF. This was probably the best Nash-Dirk era Maverick team. Besides for Nash/Dirk, they also had prime Michael Finley giving them an effective Big 3. This team

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Nets 127, at Mavericks 116

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8121006&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: J.Kidd 28pts/15ast/8reb

Recap: The Mavericks were absolutely terrible on defense Game 1 allowing the Nets to score like it was nothing. 4 Net players had over 20 points while altogether they shot 58% from the field and turned it over just 8 times. Jason Kidd led the charge with a huge performance, Kittles, Jefferson, and K-Mart also had over 20 points. The Mavericks played great offense too especially from Nash-Van Exel, but the Nets were at least able to limit Dirk holding him to just 16 points.

Game 2: at Mavericks 111, Nets 107 (OT)

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8121073&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Nash 26pts/12ast on 10/18 FG

Recap: Both teams played much better defense here in Game 2 with Dallas coming up on top at the end. This game also came down to the 4th quarter, the Mavericks led 79-70 entering the 4th but that deficit was easily cut allowing us to see a thrilling finish. K-Mart hit a shot with 4 seconds left to send it to OT, where big 3s by Bell and Dirk in the clutch gave the Mavericks a must-win game 2.

Game 3: Mavericks 115, at Nets 89
Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8121115&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Nowitzki 29pts/10reb on 11/21 FGs

Recap: After a close up and down 1st half the game was tied at 57-57. But in the 2nd half the Nets just could not keep up with Dallas

[Gifted Mind]

The west continues to dominate the east in this tournament. I would've expected that.

[IceMan2]

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6 2004 Minnesota Timberwolves

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11 2009 San Antonio Spurs


Preview: The 2004 Minnesota Timberwolves went 58-24 in the regular season before losing to the Lakers in the WCF. They were led by MVP Kevin Garnett. He was at his best, and this was the most talented roster he played with in Minnesota. Sam Cassell and Latrell Sprewell both were healthy and had good seasons giving them an effective Big 3 with big KG in the middle.

The 2009 San Antonio Spurs went 54-28 before losing in the 1st round for the 1st time in Duncan

[IceMan2]

Will sim soon (not right just now)

[Gifted Mind]

[QUOTE=IceMan2]

The 2009 San Antonio Spurs went 54-28 before losing in the 1st round for the 1st time in Duncan

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Spurs 103, at Timberwolves 93

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8124204&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 30pts/19reb/3blk

Recap: The Spurs take a tough Game 1 on the road. The Spurs were in control throughout but the Timberwolves would not go away. However the Spurs continued to play tough and held on to the lead to the very end. Duncan was huge for them in Game 1 leading all scorers with 30 points. KG also had a big game with 26pts/21reb/9ast/6blk but the effort was not enough as both Cassell and Spreewell struggled. He will have to do more if he wants to win the series himself.

Game 2: at Timberwolves 116, Spurs 113

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8124288&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: K.Garnett 30pts/21reb/7blk/6stl on 12/22 FG

Recap: With Kevin Garnett in foul-trouble, the Spurs built a 20 point half-time lead. Garnett did a better job staying out of foul trouble in the 2nd half, and scored 16 of his 30 points in the 4th to rally the Timberwolves back to win the game. The Timberwolves trailed almost all game but finally were able to take the 109-108 lead with KG

[IceMan2]

Another tight series that goes onto only 5 games. Great effort from KG, but the Timberwolves really had no other big man while San Antonio along side Duncan had some servicable bigmen (Gooden, Kurt Thomas, etc.). That and Tony Parker outplaying Cassell made the difference in a lot of those close games.

The Spurs are doing really well in this tournament, 4 of their 5 teams have already advanced to the 2nd round including the lowest of the 11 2009 Spurs.

[Doctor K]

Kevin Garnett :applause:
Spreewell and Cassell :facepalm

[JimmyMcAdocious]

KG's stats are insane

Kevin Garnett: 43.6 MPG, 24.4 PPG, 20.0 RPG, 5.8 APG, 4.4 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 4.2 TOV, .471 FG%, .000 3P%, .806 FT%

I think. I did most of it my head. KG will do it anyway :D

[KG215]

2003 Mavericks vs. 2004 Nets


Dirk Nowitzki: 40.8 MPG, 23.6 PPG, 10.4 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .484 FG%, .333 3P%, .913 FT%

Steve Nash: 39.4 MPG, 22.4 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 9.4 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 3.8 TOV, .530 FG%, .565 3P%, .786 FT%

Michael Finely: 39.0 MPG, 16.6 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.8 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .410 FG%, .360 3P%, .769 FT%

Nick Van Exel: 32.6 MPG, 13.6 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 7.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .482 FG%, .429 3P%, .833 FT%

Raef Lafrentz: 27.4 MPG, 10.8 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 0.8 APG, 2.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .541 FG%, .571 3P%, .833 FT%


Jason Kidd: 44.8 MPG, 16.6 PPG, 9.0 RPG, 12.4 APG, 0.6 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 4.6 TOV, .341 FG%, .258 3P%, 1.000 FT%

Kenyon Martin: 39.4 MPG, 20.4 PPG, 11.8 RPG, 3.0 APG, 1.2 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .573 FG%, .333 3P%, 1.000 FT%

Richard Jefferson: 36.6 MPG, 18.8 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.2 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .557 FG%, .375 3P%, .867 FT%

Kerry Kittles: 38.2 MPG, 15.8 PPG, 3.4 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 0.6 TOV, .523 FG%, .400 3P%, .500 FT%


Another series where Jason Kidd flirts with a triple-double but is horribly inefficient.

[KG215]

KG's stats are insane

Kevin Garnett: 43.6 MPG, 24.4 PPG, 20.0 RPG, 5.8 APG, 4.4 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 4.2 TOV, .471 FG%, .000 3P%, .806 FT%

I think. I did most of it my head. KG will do it anyway :D
Working on it right now. Had to get the '03 Mavs vs. '04 Nets series done first. Had all the totals calculated for everyone earlier today but had to do all the dividing.

Will try and get the Mavs/Spurs series done tonight.

[KG215]

2009 Spurs vs. 2004 Timberwolves


Tony Parker: 39.6 MPG, 26.8 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 8.6 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .464 FG%, .333 3P%, .806 FT%

Tim Duncan: 39.6 MPG, 23.8 PPG, 14.8 RPG, 3.2 APG, 2.6 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .471 FG%, .677 FT%

Manu Ginobili: 35.2 MPG, 15.6 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 6.6 APG, 0.4 BPG, 3.8 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .417 FG%, .355 3P%, .778 FT%

Michael Finley: 27.4 MPG, 8.0 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 2.6 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .349 FG%, .316 3P%, 1.000 FT%


Kevin Garnett: 43.6 MPG, 24.4 PPG, 20.0 RPG, 6.4 APG, 3.8 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 4.2 TOV, .471 FG%, .828 FT%

Sam Cassell: 39.2 MPG, 19.0 PPG, 5.0 RPG, 5.4 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .439 FG%, .333 3P%, .870 FT%

Latrell Sprewell: 42.8 MPG, 16.0 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 3.6 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .360 FG%, .214 3P%, .800 FT%

[IceMan2]

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7 2001 Milwaukee Bucks

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10 2000 Miami Heat


Preview: The 2001 Milwaukee Bucks went 52-30 in the regular season before losing to the 76ers in the WCF. They were led by a big 3: Sam Cassell, Ray Allen, and Glenn Robinson. All 3 players were in their primes and could put the ball in the hoop. These 3 made the Bucks one of the top offensive teams in the NBA.

The 2000 Miami Heat went 52-30 in the regular season. They were led by Alonzo Mourning, who was one of the top players at this point in time. He won DPOY and was a threat on offense as well. Along with Alonzo they had a prime Mashburn. Tim Hardaway was also on this squad though not in his prime anymore.

This matchup consists of 2 eastern conference teams from the early 2000s. Both teams were full of talent and could run with any team. To beat the Bucks you have to slow down their Big 3, and to beat Miami you have to worry about Zo on both ends. Which team will accomplish their goals? I expect a tight 7 game series.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Bucks 96, Heat 90

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8173129&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: G.Robinson 34pts on 15/29 FG

Recap: The Bucks take Game 1 off a strong performance from Glenn Robinson with 34 points. Sam Cassell added 21 points and 11 assists as the Bucks lead 1-0.

Game 2: Heat 111, at Bucks 106

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8173152&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Mourning 26pts/11reb/6blk

Recap: The Heat even up the series at 1-1 with another strong performance from Mourning. Zo has been a beast both games so far and is the reason the series are tied at 1-1. Big dog Robinson and Ray Allen each had over 30 points but it was not enough to win the game for the Bucks.

Game 3: at Heat 100, Bucks 95

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8173171&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Mourning 33pts/11reb/3blk on 15/21 FG

Recap: Alonzo Mourning continues to be a big problem for the Bucks as he dominated in the interior defense of the Bucks for another big game. Ray Allen and Cassell both played for the Bucks but Robinson struggled.

Game 4: at Heat 108, Bucks 102

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8173177&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Mourning 31pts/12reb/3blk on 13/19 FG

Recap: Alonzo Mourning came through in the clutch as both teams fought hard for another thrilling game. The game was tied with just 1:30 left, but then 5 straight points from Alonzo Mourning gave the Heat the lead for good. They now lead 3-1 in the series.

Game 5: at Bucks 103, Heat 100

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8173180&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: G.Robinson 27pts/5reb on 11/18 FG

Recap: The Bucks and the Heat go down in another thriller but this time the Bucks edge the Heat to stay alive in the series. Glen Robinson and Sam Cassell each had a big game and helped keep the Bucks alive with clutch plays in the 4th. Alonzo had another big game but it was in losing effort this time.


Game 6: at Heat 96, Bucks 95

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8173190&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: J.Mashburn 30pts/6ast and GW

Recap: The Bucks and the Heat fought to the end once again. The Heat came up on top with a game-winning 3 by Mashburn giving the Heat a 1 point lead with just 18 seconds left. The Bucks were not even able to get a shot off in the final seconds as the Heat win the series in 6.







2000 Heat Win 4-2



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[IceMan2]

Bucks vs. Heat series was one of those close series that would be really fun to watch go down the wire each game.


Also you forget what a beat Alonzo Mourning used to be

[JimmyMcAdocious]

A lot of overlooked names in that series.

[IceMan2]

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8 2008 New Orleans Hornets

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9 2002 Boston Celtics


Preview: The 2008 New Orleans went 56-26 and were led by Chris Paul at his best. This team was a lot more talented than that as well, they had another all-star in David West and good other players like Peja and Tyson Chandler. Nonetheless, this team revolved around Chris Paul. He was their heart and soul, and if they want to advance in this tournament, Chris Paul will have to lead the way.

The 2002 Boston Celtics went 49-33 in the regular season before losing to the Nets in the ECF. They were led by the all-star duo of Paul Pierce and Antoine Walker. Both were young rising stars for this Boston Celtic team which had become very entertaining to watch. They had the star power and could score in bunches.

Chris Paul and the balanced Hornets take on the young all-star duo of Pierce and Walker. The key for the Hornets will just be containing both Pierce and Walker, if they can do a well job defending even one of them they will have a good shot at winning the series. For the Celtics, it starts with stopping Chris Paul and ends there. Kenny Anderson will probably be the primary defender on Paul, not good news.

[KG215]

2000 Heat vs. 2001 Bucks


Alonzo Mourning: 38.7 MPG, 27.3 PPG, 11.8 RPG, 2.0 APG, 5.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .640 FG%, .564 FT%

Tim Hardaway: 35.0 MPG, 16.2 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 9.5 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .417 FG%, .341 3P%, .929 FT%

Jamal Mashburn: 40.5 MPG, 19.3 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 4.7 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .445 FG%, .381 3P%, .786 FT%

Dan Majerle: 36.0 MPG, 8.7 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 3.7 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 0.3 TOV, .543 FG%, .421 3P%, .750 FT%


Ray Allen: 43.0 MPG, 20.5 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 5.7 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .460 FG%, .429 3P%, 1.000 FT% (13/13)

Glenn Robinson: 40.5 MPG, 24.5 PPG, 8.5 RPG, 4.8 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.5 TOV, .469 FG%, .211 3P%, .808 FT%

Sam Cassell: 40.0 MPG, 19.8 PPG, 6.5 RPG, 9.8 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .463 FG%, .500 3P%, .931 FT%

Tim Thomas: 26.3 PPG, 10.7 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 1.3 APG, 0.7 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .444 FG%, .500 3P%, .696 FT%

[IceMan2]

2000 Heat vs. 2001 Bucks


Alonzo Mourning: 38.7 MPG, 27.3 PPG, 11.8 RPG, 2.0 APG, 5.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .640 FG%, .564 FT%

Tim Hardaway: 35.0 MPG, 16.2 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 9.5 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .417 FG%, .341 3P%, .929 FT%

Jamal Mashburn: 40.5 MPG, 19.3 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 4.7 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .445 FG%, .381 3P%, .786 FT%

Dan Majerle: 36.0 MPG, 8.7 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 3.7 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 0.3 TOV, .543 FG%, .421 3P%, .750 FT%


Ray Allen: 43.0 MPG, 20.5 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 5.7 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .460 FG%, .429 3P%, 1.000 FT% (13/13)

Glenn Robinson: 40.5 MPG, 24.5 PPG, 8.5 RPG, 4.8 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.5 TOV, .469 FG%, .211 3P%, .808 FT%

Sam Cassell: 40.0 MPG, 19.8 PPG, 6.5 RPG, 9.8 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .463 FG%, .500 3P%, .931 FT%

Tim Thomas: 26.3 PPG, 10.7 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 1.3 APG, 0.7 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .444 FG%, .500 3P%, .696 FT%


Alonzo Mourning FTW :bowdown:

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Hornets 101, Celtics 81

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8179711&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Paul 18pts/13ast/7reb on 8/14 FG

Recap: The Hornets dominate Game 1. They played good offense, defense, and dominated the boards. Really a flawless game from the Hornets, Paul led the way with 18/13.

Game 2: at Hornets 104, Celtics 76

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8179713&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Chandler 28pts/14reb on 13/15 FG

Recap: The Hornets dominate Game 2 as well. Tyson Chandler had a big game, as the Celtics completely lack any tough interior presence. Chris Paul was brilliant once again as the Hornets are having no trouble with this series.

Game 3: Hornets 117, at Celtics 108

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8179714&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Chandler 13pts/18reb/4blk on 6/9 FG

Recap: With a 2-0 deficit, the Celtics gave it all they had in this game. This game was close, but the Hornets closed out the 4th quarter strong to take a 3-0 lead in the series. Chandler continues to tack advantage of the weak Boston interior. Pierce and Walker combined for 67 but it was not enough.

Game 4: at Celtics 99, Hornets 92

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8179718&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Walker 27pts/14reb/5ast

Recap: The Celtics still believe as they avoid getting swept with a big win. They once again gave it all they had, but this time also played strong defense. Walker and Pierce were once again big combining 60 points. The Celtics will continue to need them to be big while playing as best defense as they can.

Game 5: at Hornets 109, Celtics 82

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8179722&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Paul 35pts/17ast/7stl

Recap: Chris Paul had one of the best performances of his career to end this series. He struggled in Game 4 so he knew he had to play better in Game 5, He did play better, was aggressive, and dominated the Celtics to finish the series in 5.






2008 Hornets Win 4-1



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[KG215]

2008 Hornets vs. 2002 Celtics


Chris Paul: 39.8 MPG, 21.2 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 14.8 APG, 0.0 BPG, 2.8 SPG, 2.4 TOV, .488 FG%, .417 3P%, .821 FT%

David West: 38.8 MPG, 16.2 PPG, 9.8 RPG, 3.0 APG, 0.8 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .485 FG%, .500 3P% (1/2), 1.000 FT%

Tyson Chandler: 34.8 MPG, 17.6 PPG, 13.6 RPG, 0.6 APG, 2.0 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .771 FG%, .609 FT%

Peja Stojakovic: 36.0 MPG, 15.4 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 1.4 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .439 FG%, .452 3P%, 1.000 FT%


Paul Pierce: 41.2 MPG, 24.0 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.8 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .438 FG%, .370 3P%, .897 FT%

Antoine Walker: 42.0 MPG, 24.4 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 5.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 3.0 TOV, .440 FG%, .450 3P%, .696 FT%

[KG215]

Chris Paul with 35-17-6-7 in the closeout game.

Tyson Chandler missed 11 shots the entire series: 37/48

:bowdown:

[IceMan2]

Chris Paul with 35-17-6-7 in the closeout game.

Tyson Chandler missed 11 shots the entire series: 37/48

:bowdown:

Good upset pick over 2003 Spurs? :confusedshrug:

[IceMan2]

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1 2003 San Antonio Spurs


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8 2008 New Orleans Hornets



Preview: The 2003 San Antonio Spurs finished with a 60-22 season. They then went along and won the NBA Championship. Many would call this the weakest Spurs team but I would call it the strongest. It featured Tim Duncan at his peak, winning his 2nd MVP award in a row. In the playoffs they knocked off the 3 time defending champion LA Lakers in route to a title. They were a strong defensive team while being very good on offense. All the important pieces of the Spurs championship runs were present on this team: Duncan, Ginobili, Parker, and Robinson.

The 2008 New Orleans went 56-26 and were led by Chris Paul at his best. This team was a lot more talented than that as well, they had another all-star in David West and good other players like Peja and Tyson Chandler. Nonetheless, this team revolved around Chris Paul. He was their heart and soul, and if they want to advance in this tournament, Chris Paul will have to lead the way.

Both teams were impressive in the 1st round. The Spurs swept the Bulls in 4 games, Duncan averaged 18.0ppg and 15.2rpg leading the way for the Spurs. The Hornets only needed 5 games to beat Boston, Chris Paul averaged 21.2ppg and 14.8apg while Chandler was a beast with 17.6ppg and 13.6rpg on 77.1% FG. If the Spurs want to win this series, they will have to stop Paul. Tony Parker is not the best defender so good help defense will be key. Luckily Duncan and Robinson will be waiting in the paint to stop Chris Paul. Chandler dominated the interior of Boston, but he is going against a much tougher interior this time in San Antonio. He will have to also guard and slow down Duncan as much as he can. I think this can be a close series, both teams have the players they need to win it, an upset is possible.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Spurs 109, Hornets 83

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8190692&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 21pts/16reb/4blk

Recap: The Spurs dominate at home in Game 1. It was all San Antonio right off the bat, as the Spurs took an early lead and never looked back. Duncan was well defended but the Spurs shot well from downtown going 10/18 as a team, Bruce bowen led the effort going 6/8 from downtown with 20 points. Chris Paul was the only one who had a good game with 22pts/11ast but overall the Spurs did a good job on defense anchored by their twin towers Duncan & Robinson who combined for 8 blocks.

Game 2: at Spurs 102, Hornets 93

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8190709&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 23pts/12reb/5blk on 9/17 FG

Recap: The Spurs take a 2-0 lead in the series commanding the game the whole way. It was not a blowout this team, but San Antonio remained in control throughout. They played great offense again and their defense was strong. Duncan led the way with another 20-10 game as he has gotten off to a good start in the series. Chris Paul played well again for the Hornets but West struggled against Duncan while Peja could not find his flow against Bowen.

Hornets make adjustments to give more minutes to Chandler and Paul.

Game 3: Spurs 93 ,at Hornets 84

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8191250&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 24pts/22reb/5blk on 11/19 FG

Recap: The Spurs take a 3-0 lead in the series continuing to show everyone why they were a 1 seed. Tim Duncan had his best game of the series with a 20-20 game and played outstanding defense throughout. He scored 22 of his 24 points in the 2nd half for the Spurs. The Hornets overall shot just 34% from the field and had no answers on offense.

Game 4: at Hornets 102, Spurs 78

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8191257&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Chandler 14pts/19reb

Recap: The Hornets show heart and keep the series alive. Chandler had a big effort today while Chris Paul dished out 18 assists to win the game. The Hornets also played great defense as almost everyone besides Duncan struggled.

Game 5: at Spurs 95, Hornets 93

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8191349&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 28pts/16reb/6ast on 11/21 FG

Recap: The Spurs win the series in 5 games in a close win. The Spurs led by as much as 18 points before the Hornets rallied back tying the game. But the Spurs had the final shot of the game and who did they go to besides Duncan. Duncan hit a buzzer-beater winner over Chandler to win the game and finish the series. He led all scorers with 28 points and showed why he was one of the best in the game.






2003 Spurs Win 4-1



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[IceMan2]

Spurs erase any upset talks and continue to dominate in this tournament

[KG215]

2003 Spurs vs. 2008 Hornets

Tim Duncan: 42.0 MPG, 24.0 PPG, 16.4 RPG, 4.4 APG, 4.4 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .500 FG%, .500 3P% (1/2), .792 FT%

Tony Parker: 36.2 MPG, 15.0 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 6.6 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .386 FG%, .200 3P%, .667 FT%

David Robinson: 30.0 MPG, 11.8 PPG, 10.6 RPG, 0.8 APG, 2.0 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .524 FG%, .682 FT%

Manu Ginobili: 22.0 MPG, 7.8 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 1.6 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 0.6 TOV, .410 FG%, .385 FG%, 1.000 FT% (2/2)


Chris Paul: 40.4 MPG, 22.8 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 11.6 APG, 0.0 BPG, 2.4 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .436 FG%, .588 3P%, .815 FT%

David West: 36.0 MPG, 16.0 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 2.6 APG, 1.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.4 TOV, .444 FG%, .842 FT%

Tyson Chandler: 37.4 MPG, 12.0 PPG, 15.6 RPG, 1.0 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 1.2 TOV, .587 FG%, .545 FT%

Peja Stojakovic: 37.0 MPG, 14.0 PPG, 4.4 RPG, 1.0 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .359 FG%, .441 3P%, 1.000 FT% (9/9)

[KG215]

2008 Hornets Playoff Stats (10 Games)

Chris Paul: 40.1 MPG, 22.0 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 13.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 2.6 SPG, 2.9 TOV, .460 FG%, .517 3P% (15/29), .818 FT%

David West: 37.4 MPG, 16.1 PPG, 8.7 RPG, 2.8 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.7 TOV, .464 FG%, .333 3P% (1/3), .909 FT%

Tyson Chandler: 36.1 MPG, 14.8 PPG, 14.6 RPG, 0.8 APG, 1.5 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .681 FG%, .588 FT%

Peja Stojakovic: 36.5 MPG, 14.7 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 1.2 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .397 FG%, .446 3P% (29/65), 1.000 FT% (22/22)

[IceMan2]

2003 Spurs vs. 2008 Hornets

Tim Duncan: 42.0 MPG, 24.0 PPG, 16.4 RPG, 4.4 APG, 4.4 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .500 FG%, .500 3P% (1/2), .792 FT%


Definately MVP level performance by Duncan in this series, against Tyson Chandler too. 2003 Tim Duncan was as good as anyone in this tournament. Chris Paul played well too, but he seemed to struggle more against a tougher D.

[IceMan2]

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2 2002 Los Angeles Lakers



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10 2000 Miami Heat




Preview: The 2002 Lakers finished with a 58-24 record and helped complete a Laker 3-peat. Most people call them the weakest of the 3-peat, as they had a lot of trouble getting past the 2002 Kings. Nonetheless, they were champions and have Kobe and Shaq both in their primes on this roster. Just having 2 of the top 10 players in their primes makes this team dangerous.

The 2000 Miami Heat went 52-30 in the regular season. They were led by Alonzo Mourning, who was one of the top players at this point in time. He won DPOY and was a threat on offense as well. Along with Alonzo they had a prime Mashburn. Tim Hardaway was also on this squad though not in his prime anymore.


The 2002 Lakers swept past the 1st round against the Grizzlies dominating the series. The Heat on the other hand had a tough series against the Bucks which they eventually won in 6 games winning all their home games and getting a road win. Alonzo Mourning was a monster that series averaging 27/11 on 64% shooting. This series matchup might be decided between Shaq and Alonzo, both of which were playing their very best basketball. Mourning was even the DPOY that season. They also had a prime Mashburn and an overall deep team. But lets not forget about Kobe Bryant, who was also in his prime. Kobe could probably keep up with all the Heat role-players, but this matchup will probably be decided between Shaq and Zo.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Lakers 95, Heat 94

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8216278&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O

[IceMan2]

2002 Lakers sweep the 1st round and the 2nd round of this tournament :eek:

[KG215]

2002 Lakers vs. 2000 Heat


Shaquille O'Neal: 41.5 MPG, 24.5 PPG, 13.8 RPG, 2.5 APG, 3.3 BPG, 1.8 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .585 FG%, .550 FT%

Kobe Bryant: 40.5 MPG, 22.3 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 6.8 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .424 FG%, .167 3P%, .889 FT%

Derek Fisher: 36.0 MPG, 16.8 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 4.3 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.8 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .511 FG%, .444 3P%, .636 FT%

Rick Fox: 32.8 MPG, 10.8 PPG, 6.5 RPG, 3.8 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 2.5 TOV, .483 FG%, .143 3P%, .933 FT%

Robert Horry: 32.3 MPG, 10.5 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 3.0 APG, 2.0 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 0.5 TOV, .448 FG%, .583 3P%, .818 FT%


Alonzo Mourning: 40.0 MPG, 23.8 PPG, 12.3 RPG, 1.8 APG, 4.5 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .500 FG%, .813 FT%

Jamal Mashburn: 42.0 MPG, 21.0 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 3.8 APG, 0.3 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 3.8 TOV, .395 FG%, .435 3P%, .824 FT%

Tim Hardaway: 34.5 MPG, 13.8 PPG, 5.0 RPG, 5.5 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.5 TOV, .356 FG%, .400 3P%, .714 FT%

Dan Majerle: 36.3 MPG, 6.5 PPG, 7.8 RPG, 5.0 APG, 0.0 BPG, 2.3 SPG, 1.5 TOV, .281 FG%, .250 3P%, .000 FT% (0/0)

[KG215]

2000 Heat Playoff Stats (10 Games)


Alonzo Mourning: 39.2 MPG, 25.9 PPG, 12.0 RPG, 1.9 APG, 4.8 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.9 TOV, .580 FG%, .636 FT%

Jamal Mashburn: 41.1 MPG, 20.0 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 4.3 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .424 FG%, .409 3P%, .800 FT%

Tim Hardaway: 34.8 MPG, 15.2 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 7.9 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.4 TOV, .395 FG%, .361 3P%, .800 FT%

Dan Majerle: 36.8 MPG, 7.8 PPG, 6.5 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .418 FG%, .326 3P%, .750 FT%

[IceMan2]

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3 2006 Detroit Pistons



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11 2009 San Antonio Spurs




Preview: The 2006 Detroit Pistons went 64-18 in the regular season. They are possibly the best team in the decade to not make the finals. They have 4 All-Stars on their team, more than any other team in this tournament, they have excellent chemistry, and are great offensively and defensively. They lost to the 2006 Champion Heat in the ECF being upset. But otherwise this team enjoyed quite a bit of success.

The 2009 San Antonio Spurs went 54-28 before losing in the 1st round for the 1st time in Duncan

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at Pistons 101, Spurs 91

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8272846&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: R.Hamilton 31pts/7reb on 10/17 FG

Recap: The Pistons take Game 1 from the Spurs behind a big performance from Rip Hamilton. Hamilton had 31 points leading all scorers to win game 1 for Detroit. Ben Wallace anchored the defense with 6 blocks and holding the Spurs to just 40% shooting from the field. The game was close in the 4th but a 14-0 run sealed the deal for Detroit.

Game 2: Spurs 98, at Pistons 88

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8272861&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Parker 24pts/9ast

Recap: The Spurs even up the series at 1-1 with a big road win. It was another close game in the 4th but this time the Spurs made a run. With the game tied at 86-86 with 4:30 left, the Spurs outscored the Pistons 12-2 the rest of the game. Tony Parker led the Spurs with 24 points tonight.

The Spurs higher the minutes of Bruce Bowen to help guard Hamilton. The Pistons give Hunter more time to help guard Parker.

Game 3: at Spurs 102, Pistons 99

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8272876&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game:T.Duncan 19pts/16reb/4blk

Recap: The Spurs take a 2-1 lead in the series with a close win at home. This game was a tough fought game going back and forth. The game was tied with a minute left but key baskets by Bonner and Parker closed the game out for the Spurs. Duncan led the effort for the Spurs with another double-double and excellent defense.



Game 4: at Spurs 96, Pistons 87

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8272885&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 10pts/10reb/8ast/4blk

Recap: The Spurs take a 3-1 lead in the series in another close strong victory. The Spurs led most of it but the Pistons never went away. Duncan almost had a triple-double while Parker and Ginobili both had 20 or more points. The Pistons trailed 3-1 in the 1st round as well and look to comeback.

Pistons higher the minutes of all their starts facing elimination every game now


Game 5: at Pistons 92, Spurs 83

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8272896&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Billups 26pts/8reb/7ast

Recap: The Pistons avoid elimination at home with a strong victory. They came out playing hard and had a 48-32 lead at half time. In the 2nd half they did a good job of keeping that lead and extending the series to 6. Billups had a personal series high 26 points for himself leading the way.

Antonio Daniels is being given more minutes due to his good play this series.

Game 6: Pistons 111, Spurs 95

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8272897&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: B.Wallace 19pts/16reb on 9/12 FG

Recap: The Pistons survive once again forcing a Game 7. In the 1st half they played tough defense holding the Spurs to 37 points, while in the 2nd half their offense had excellent execution as they scored 69. Big Ben was big while Billups added 20/12 including scoring 10 of the 20 in the 4th to finish the game off.

Spurs/Pistons higher the minutes of their stars for Game 7


Game 7: Spurs 107, at Pistons 96

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8272902&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Parker 32pts/7ast on 12/22 FG

Recap: The Spurs win the series in 7 games with a huge 4th quarter. This game was mostly back and forth but the Spurs took control of the game in 4th while the Pistons players looked fatigued. Tony Parker had his best performance of the series with 32 points for the Spurs as they advance to the sweet 16 as a 11 seed.





2009 Spurs Win 4-3




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[IceMan2]

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4 2002 Sacramento Kings


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5 2003 Dallas Mavericks



Preview: The 2002 Sacramento Kings went 61-21 in the regular season and lost in Game 7 to the eventual champion LA Lakers in one of the most controversial series ever. Many still feel this was the best team in the league in 2002 and deserve to have a championship. Nonetheless here they are again alive in this tournament with a shot to redeem themselves and make a statement of how good they were.

The 2003 Dallas Mavericks went 60-22 in the regular season before losing to the eventual champion Spurs in the WCF. This was probably the best Nash-Dirk era Maverick team. Besides for Nash/Dirk, they also had prime Michael Finley giving them an effective Big 3. This team’s strengths were obviously on offense and overall will be tough to beat because of that.

Both the Kings and Mavericks easily advanced in the 1st round. The Kings swept Houston while Dallas needed just 5 games to beat the Nets. Both those teams are pretty evenly matched. They both won over 60 games in the regular season and both teams were #1 seeds in the West before eventually losing in the WCF to the eventual champions in 2002 and 2003. So you can see the similarities in the level of both of these teams. Both teams also were excellent on offense making this series a fun one to watch. The battle between Dirk and Webber could decide series.

[Coach A]

will be a close series i think

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Mavericks 136, at Kings 125

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305586&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: M.Finley 39pts/13reb on 15/24 FG

Recap: The Mavericks and Kings go on a shootout in Game 1 both teams trading buckets all game long. The Mavericks though had more firepower as Michael Finely has a huge 39 point performance to take Game 1 from the Kings. The Mavericks had a 22 point lead in the 3rd but the Kings battled back and cut it down to 2 in the 4th. But that is as close as they would get as Dallas got hot again and finished the Game off with a win. The Kings will need to play better defense if they want to win this series.

Game 2: at Kings 113, Mavericks 106

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305607&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 30pts/11reb/7ast

Recap: The Kings even up the series at 1-1 in a must-win home game. The 1st half was close but the Kings pulled away in the 2nd half of this one. Webber was huge as he had another 30 point game and this one in just 33 minutes of play limited due to foul trouble.

Both teams higher the minutes of their stars sensing a close series.



Game 3: at Mavericks 106, Kings 103

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305617&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Nowitzki 29pts/17reb and GW

Recap: The Mavericks take a 2-1 advantage in the series winning a close thriller. Nowitzki hit a buzzer-beating 3 pointer to win the game for Dallas. This game was as close as it got as the whole game was close, Webber hit a big shot to tie it up with 5 seconds left but that was enough for Nowitzki to get a good look and win the game. Nash was also big in the 4th scoring 11 of his 22 points in the 4th.



Game 4: Kings 132, at Mavericks 108

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305634&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 26pts/15reb/8ast

Recap: The Kings came in today all fired up in a must-win situation for them. They totally demolished Dallas today who did not play good defense at all alowing the Kings to shoot 54% while shooting 41% themselves. This game was a complete slaughter as the Kings had a 30+ point lead at one point. Dallas will need to regain their composure to comeback in this series.

Both teams higher the minutes of their stars with the series tied at 2-2


Game 5: Mavericks 119, at Kings 102

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305642&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Nash 27pts/11ast

Recap: The Mavericks came in with the energy this game winning a big one on the road to take a 3-2 lead in the series. The Mavericks Big 3 had their best performance. Finley had 32/7, Dirk with 31/13, and Nash with 27/11 as they combined for 90 points tonight. The Kings also had a very tough 2nd quarter scoring just 12 points, and in an offensive series like this, thats all it takes to lose.

Game 6: Kings 127, at Mavericks 123

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305649&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 38pts/11reb/8ast

Recap: The Kings stay alive and force a huge Game 7. In a high scoring close battle, Dallas had a 3 point lead with 2:30 left in the game, but Webber turned his game up a notch and scored 10 points in the final 2:30 to win the game for the Kings. He finished with 38 points while Peja had his best performance of the series with 35 points. Now this amazing series comes down to just 1 game. Game 7.

Both teams higher the minutes of all their stars for a Game 7 battle



Game 7: at Kings 114, Mavericks 102

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305663&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1
Player of the Game: C.Webber 45pts/16reb/10ast on 18/33 FG

Recap: The Kings win a classic Game 7 and the series. Chris Webber delivered probably the best game of the entire tournament thus far, with a 45 point triple-double performance in Game 7 of the series. This game was pretty close the whole way but the Mavericks finally ran out of answers in the final 2 minutes as the Kings put them away. Amazing series.





2002 Sacramento Kings Win 4-3



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[IceMan2]

What a series, maybe the best series so far :applause:

Epic Game 7 performance by Webber :applause:


Props to both teams :applause:

[jcsrplumply]

:bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:

[KG215]

2009 Spurs vs. 2006 Pistons

Tim Duncan: 37.3 MPG, 15.1 PPG, 13.7 RPG, 3.6 APG, 2.6 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .440 FG%, .643 FT%

Tony Parker: 37.9 MPG, 22.9 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 8.3 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 2.9 TOV, .481 FG%, .400 3P%, .882 FT%

Manu Ginobili: 32.0 MPG, 16.1 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 4.1 APG, 0.6 BPG, 2.1 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .427 FG%, .342 3P%, .783 FT%

Michael Finley: 27.1 MPG, 8.3 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 1.3 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 0.9 TOV, .512 FG%, .480 3P%, .667 FT%


Chauncey Billups: 39.7 MPG, 16.9 PPG, 6.9 RPG, 9.9 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .411 FG%, .450 3P%, .889 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 38.7 MPG, 22.1 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 3.6 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.6 TOV, .440 FG%, .357 3P%, .914 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 39.7 MPG, 15.9 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .436 FG%, .400 3P%, .833 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 35.6 MPG, 16.9 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 2.1 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .446 FG%, .250 3P% (11/44), .778 FT%

Ben Wallace: 38.7 MPG, 9.1 PPG, 14.1 RPG, 2.7 APG, 3.0 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .577 FG%, .444 FT%

Antonio McDyess: 19.1 MPG, 6.3 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 1.1 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.1 SPG, 0.9 TOV, .432 FG%, .462 FT%

[KG215]

2006 Pistons Playoff Stats (14 Games)


Chauncey Billups: 39.6 MPG, 18.5 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 10.2 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .427 FG%, .468 3P%, .868 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 38.7 MPG, 21.9 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 4.1 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.5 TOV, .461 FG%, .375 3P%, .922 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 39.3 MPG, 13.9 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 3.1 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .465 FG%, .364 3P%, .706 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 35.8 MPG, 17.1 PPG, 8.0 RPG, 2.3 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .441 FG%, .333 3P%, .724 FT%

Ben Wallace: 38.5 MPG, 9.9 PPG, 14.8 RPG, 2.4 APG, 2.9 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .568 FG%, .444 FT%

Antonio McDyess: 18.7 MPG, 7.4 PPG, 6.1 RPG, 1.1 APG, 0.6 BPG, 0.1 SPG, 0.6 TOV, .540 FG%, .476 FT%

[IceMan2]

2009 Spurs vs. 2006 Pistons

Tim Duncan: 37.3 MPG, 15.1 PPG, 13.7 RPG, 3.6 APG, 2.6 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .440 FG%, .643 FT%

Tony Parker: 37.9 MPG, 22.9 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 8.3 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 2.9 TOV, .481 FG%, .400 3P%, .882 FT%

Manu Ginobili: 32.0 MPG, 16.1 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 4.1 APG, 0.6 BPG, 2.1 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .427 FG%, .342 3P%, .783 FT%

Michael Finley: 27.1 MPG, 8.3 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 1.3 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 0.9 TOV, .512 FG%, .480 3P%, .667 FT%


Chauncey Billups: 39.7 MPG, 16.9 PPG, 6.9 RPG, 9.9 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .411 FG%, .450 3P%, .889 FT%

Richard Hamilton: 38.7 MPG, 22.1 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 3.6 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 3.6 TOV, .440 FG%, .357 3P%, .914 FT%

Tayshaun Prince: 39.7 MPG, 15.9 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 4.0 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .436 FG%, .400 3P%, .833 FT%

Rasheed Wallace: 35.6 MPG, 16.9 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 2.1 APG, 1.0 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .446 FG%, .250 3P% (11/44), .778 FT%

Ben Wallace: 38.7 MPG, 9.1 PPG, 14.1 RPG, 2.7 APG, 3.0 BPG, 2.0 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .577 FG%, .444 FT%

Antonio McDyess: 19.1 MPG, 6.3 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 1.1 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.1 SPG, 0.9 TOV, .432 FG%, .462 FT%


Tony Parker with a beast series

[hangintheair]

Game 1: Mavericks 136, at Kings 125

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305586&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: M.Finley 39pts/13reb on 15/24 FG

Recap: The Mavericks and Kings go on a shootout in Game 1 both teams trading buckets all game long. The Mavericks though had more firepower as Michael Finely has a huge 39 point performance to take Game 1 from the Kings. The Mavericks had a 22 point lead in the 3rd but the Kings battled back and cut it down to 2 in the 4th. But that is as close as they would get as Dallas got hot again and finished the Game off with a win. The Kings will need to play better defense if they want to win this series.

Game 2: at Kings 113, Mavericks 106

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305607&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 30pts/11reb/7ast

Recap: The Kings even up the series at 1-1 in a must-win home game. The 1st half was close but the Kings pulled away in the 2nd half of this one. Webber was huge as he had another 30 point game and this one in just 33 minutes of play limited due to foul trouble.

Both teams higher the minutes of their stars sensing a close series.



Game 3: at Mavericks 106, Kings 103

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305617&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Nowitzki 29pts/17reb and GW

Recap: The Mavericks take a 2-1 advantage in the series winning a close thriller. Nowitzki hit a buzzer-beating 3 pointer to win the game for Dallas. This game was as close as it got as the whole game was close, Webber hit a big shot to tie it up with 5 seconds left but that was enough for Nowitzki to get a good look and win the game. Nash was also big in the 4th scoring 11 of his 22 points in the 4th.



Game 4: Kings 132, at Mavericks 108

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305634&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: C.Webber 26pts/15reb/8ast

Recap: The Kings came in today all fired up in a must-win situation for them. They totally demolished Dallas today who did not play good defense at all alowing the Kings to shoot 54% while shooting 41% themselves. This game was a complete slaughter as the Kings had a 30+ point lead at one point. Dallas will need to regain their composure to comeback in this series.

Both teams higher the minutes of their stars with the series tied at 2-2


Game 5: Mavericks 119, at Kings 102

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305642&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Nash 27pts/11ast

Recap: The Mavericks came in with the energy this game winning a big one on the road to take a 3-2 lead in the series. The Mavericks Big 3 had their best performance. Finley had 32/7, Dirk with 31/13, and Nash with 27/11 as they combined for 90 points tonight. The Kings also had a very tough 2nd quarter scoring just 12 points, and in an offensive series like this, thats all it takes to lose.

Game 6: Kings 127, at Mavericks 123

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305649&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 38pts/11reb/8ast

Recap: The Kings stay alive and force a huge Game 7. In a high scoring close battle, Dallas had a 3 point lead with 2:30 left in the game, but Webber turned his game up a notch and scored 10 points in the final 2:30 to win the game for the Kings. He finished with 38 points while Peja had his best performance of the series with 35 points. Now this amazing series comes down to just 1 game. Game 7.

Both teams higher the minutes of all their stars for a Game 7 battle



Game 7: at Kings 114, Mavericks 102

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8305663&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1
Player of the Game: C.Webber 45pts/16reb/10ast on 18/33 FG

Recap: The Kings win a classic Game 7 and the series. Chris Webber delivered probably the best game of the entire tournament thus far, with a 45 point triple-double performance in Game 7 of the series. This game was pretty close the whole way but the Mavericks finally ran out of answers in the final 2 minutes as the Kings put them away. Amazing series.





2002 Sacramento Kings Win 4-3



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Can't wait for the stats average for Chris Webber. KG215 please make it fast..

[KG215]

Can't wait for the stats average for Chris Webber. KG215 please make it fast..
Just started working on them. Can't promise I'll have them done real soon, because I get sidetracked sometimes. Usually I don't even work on one series straight through until it's done, but I'm pretty excited about seeing the stats for this one, so I'll probably try and get it done by the time I got to bed.

[jcsrplumply]

I think C-Webb almost average
32 ppg 12.5 rpg 7 apg 2 bpg.. Pretty Impressive :applause:

[KG215]

If this isn't easier to read, I can go back to posting the stats the other way.

2002 Kings
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2003 Mavericks
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[jcsrplumply]

Scratch that, didn't realize the screencaps were that small.


2002 Kings
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2003 Mavericks
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:applause: :applause:

[IceMan2]

If this isn't easier to read, I can go back to posting the stats the other way.

2002 Kings
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2003 Mavericks
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Destroyed Dirk and the D-less Mavs :oldlol:
Next up is Tim Duncan and the 2003 Spurs. That is going to be one tough series.

[KG215]

2003 Dallas Mavericks Playoff Stats (12 Games)


Dirk Nowitzki: 40.6 MPG, 25.6 PPG, 11.3 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .447 FG%, .339 3P%, .897 FT%

Steve Nash: 39.8 MPG, 23.0 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 10.9 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 2.8 TOV, .467 FG%, .463 3P%, .828 FT%

Michael Finley: 41.3 MPG, 22.3 PPG, 7.3 RPG, 3.9 APG, 0.5 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.7 TOV, .451 FG%, .382 3P%, .871 FT%

Nick Van Exel: 33.3 MPG, 12.3 PPG, 3.4 RPG, 7.5 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .437 FG%, .356 3P%, .778 FT%

Raef Lafrentz: 26.0 MPG, 10.7 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 1.4 APG, 1.8 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .490 FG%, .421 3P%, .621 FT%

[hangintheair]

If this isn't easier to read, I can go back to posting the stats the other way.

2002 Kings
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2003 Mavericks
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Damn that was pretty impressive, Webber with ala "Big O" stats.

[JimmyMcAdocious]

Divac was the key... 14/13/6 55% shooting and his counterpart was complete garbage.

[IceMan2]

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1 2003 San Antonio Spurs


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4 2002 Sacramento Kings



Preview: The 2003 San Antonio Spurs finished with a 60-22 season. They then went along and won the NBA Championship. Many would call this the weakest Spurs team but I would call it the strongest. It featured Tim Duncan at his peak, winning his 2nd MVP award in a row. In the playoffs they knocked off the 3 time defending champion LA Lakers in route to a title. They were a strong defensive team while being very good on offense. All the important pieces of the Spurs championship runs were present on this team: Duncan, Ginobili, Parker, and Robinson.

The 2002 Sacramento Kings went 61-21 in the regular season and lost in Game 7 to the eventual champion LA Lakers in one of the most controversial series ever. Many still feel this was the best team in the league in 2002 and deserve to have a championship. Nonetheless here they are again alive in this tournament with a shot to redeem themselves and make a statement of how good they were.


One of the most anticipated matchups of the Sweet 16. The 2003 San Antonio Spurs have dominated in the 1st 2 rounds, going 8-1 overall. They have had no trouble, played excellent defense, and have been led by MVP Tim Duncan. The Sacramento Kings many consider the best non-championship team of the 2000s swept in the 1st round and then went on a tough 7 game series against the Mavericks coming up on top in Game 7. Chris Webber was phenomenal averaging 32/12/7 for the Kings including a classic Game 7 performance. But now he has to go against Tim Duncan the Spurs. The Kings have more firepower than the Spurs but the Spurs have that championship experience and the best player on the court. This is going to be a tough series.

[IceMan2]

Will a 1 seed finally fall? Good series...

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Kings 114, at Spurs 104

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8335787&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: C.Webber 31pts/10reb

Recap: The Kings come out strong on the road once again and take Game 1 from the Spurs. The Spurs played great defense in the 1st half but everything collapsed in the 2nd half as the Kings overall scored 72 points in the 2nd half on the Spurs. Webber continues to be huge for the Kings as Peja and Bibby added 24 and 21 respectively.

Game 2: at Spurs 100, Kings 76

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8335788&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 29pts/23reb/3blk on 13/23 FG

Recap: The San Antonio Spurs even up the series at 1-1 with a dominating win. This time they played strong defense all throughout the game holding the great Kings offense to just 36% shooting and 76 points. Tim Duncan had a monster Game 2 as he easily outplayed Webber this time.

Spurs make some adjustments and give Bowen more minutes to help guard Peja. Both teams higher the minutes of their stars.

[IceMan2]

Game 3: Spurs 105, at Kings 96 (OT)

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8335795&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 38pts/17reb

Recap: The Spurs take a 2-1 lead in the series in a very tight Game 3 battle. The game was close all the way throughout as both teams battled hard, Webber

[IceMan2]

Game 5: Kings 116, at Spurs 107

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8335809&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 39pts/24reb/9blk on 17/25 FG

Recap: The Kings stun the Spurs in San Antonio to take a 3-2 lead in the series. The Spurs were up by as much as 19 points in the 1st half when the Kings offense caught fire in the 2nd half and the Spurs defense collapsed. Tim Duncan had probably the best performance on a losing team this entire series, finishing with 39pts/24reb/9blk on 17/25 FG, it is shocking that despite his performance the Spurs lost the game. Webber was huge today just missing a triple-double, the Kings have a chance to finish the series off at home.

Game 6: Spurs 113, at Kings 94

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8335837&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 17pts/13reb/7ast

Recap: The Spurs keep alive in the series and force a Game 7. Tim Duncan finally had a lot of help from the Spurs as the Spurs got a huge win in Sacramento. Six players were in double-figures. The game was close all the way as the Spurs led by 3 entering the 4th. But that is when they played their best knowing that if they lost today the season would be over. Webber struggled tonight going 8/23 from the field.

Both teams higher the minutes of their stars for Game 7

[IceMan2]

Game 7: at Spurs 117, Kings 107

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8335866&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1
Player of the Game: T.Duncan 26pts/16reb/9blk on 10/15 FG

Recap: The Spurs win the series in 7 games advancing to the elite 8. Duncan and Parker got in early foul trouble but the Spurs depth kept the lead to 9 at the end of the 1st, when Parker and Duncan returned in the 2nd, they help extend the lead to 23 points as it looked like the Spurs would run away with this one. But the Kings battled back eventually tying it at 71-71 with Bobby Jackson

[IceMan2]

Classic series by Tim Duncan :applause: Maybe the best series performance of the tournament?
I think he reminded everyone why he was the best player in the NBA in 2003 and how good he was at his peak.

Very good series though, not surprised it went to 7. With how many San Antonio Spur teams remain and how good they have looked in the tournament, I will say I will not be surprised at all if a Spurs team wins this whole thing.

[KG215]

Working on the stats now, but I've got to leave in a little bit so I won't finish until tonight or tomorrow. Thought this was a great chance for an upset. The '02 Kings were legit and really good for a 4-seed, and I feel that the 2003 Spurs are the weakest 1-seed.

[Legends66NBA7]

Damn, Duncan and Webber almost had triple double in Game 5.

:applause:

[IceMan2]

Working on the stats now, but I've got to leave in a little bit so I won't finish until tonight or tomorrow. Thought this was a great chance for an upset. The '02 Kings were legit and really good for a 4-seed, and I feel that the 2003 Spurs are the weakest 1-seed.
Yeah series really could have gone either way, Spurs are never an easy out. And I feel the 03 Spur team is underrated Duncan was a beast

[KG215]

2003 Spurs vs. 2002 Kings


Tim Duncan: 40.6 MPG, 29.6 PPG, 17.9 RPG, 3.1 APG, 4.6 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.7 TOV, .572 FG%, .658 FT%

Tony Parker: 37.3 MPG, 17.1 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 7.7 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.9 TOV, .416 FG%, .259 3P%, .707 FT%

David Robinson: 28.4 MPG, 9.4 PPG, 9.9 RPG, 1.6 APG, 1.4 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .500 FG%, .632 FT%

Manu Ginobili: 23.0 MPG, 6.4 PPG, 2.7 RPG, 2.9 APG, 0.1 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .333 FG%, .300 3P%, .846 FT%

Stephen Jackson: 33.0 MPG, 14.0 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 3.1 APG, 0.7 BPG, 1.9 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .430 FG%, .388 3P%, .750 FT%


Chris Webber: 42.0 MPG, 24.3 PPG, 12.7 RPG, 4.7 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .446 FG%, .698 FT%

Peja Stojakovic: 41.1 MPG, 21.6 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 3.1 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.6 SPG, 3.1 TOV, .491 FG%, .469 3P%, .880 FT%

Mike Bibby: 38.6 MPG, 14.0 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 5.1 APG, 0.0 BPG, 2.3 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .385 FG%, .364 3P%, .828 FT%

Vlade Divac: 33.4 MPG, 12.1 PPG, 9.6 RPG, 3.0 APG, 1.6 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 2.1 TOV, .486 FG%, .500 3P% (1/2), .429 FT%

Doug Christie: 37.6 MPG, 12.6 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 6.1 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.7 SPG, 0.9 TOV, .464 FG%, .318 3P%, 1.000 FT%

[JimmyMcAdocious]

Not often someone nearly averages 24/13/5/2 blocks/2 steals and was still clearly outplayed in the series.

[IceMan2]

2003 Spurs vs. 2002 Kings


Tim Duncan: 40.6 MPG, 29.6 PPG, 17.9 RPG, 3.1 APG, 4.6 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.7 TOV, .572 FG%, .658 FT%


After a relatively quite Round 1 and 2, Duncan was a monster this series. :eek: Will nominate this for best performance in a series.

[IceMan2]

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2 2002 Los Angeles Lakers


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11 2009 San Antonio Spurs



Preview: The 2002 Lakers finished with a 58-24 record and helped complete a Laker 3-peat. Most people call them the weakest of the 3-peat, as they had a lot of trouble getting past the 2002 Kings. Nonetheless, they were champions and have Kobe and Shaq both in their primes on this roster. Just having 2 of the top 10 players in their primes makes this team dangerous.

The 2009 San Antonio Spurs went 54-28 before losing in the 1st round for the 1st time in Duncan

[Twiens]

Not often someone nearly averages 24/13/5/2 blocks/2 steals and was still clearly outplayed in the series.


So true, crazy #s by both of them

[Twiens]

Prediction: Lakers in 5

[IceMan2]

1st battle between the Lakers vs. Spurs in this tournament, I think we will see more of these to come. Will begin simming now!

[KG215]

These '03 Spurs series have reminded me how "meh" Ginobili was in 2003. Which makes sense and is understandable since it was his rookie year. A 25 year old rookie, but still.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Spurs 98, at Lakers 87

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8343361&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 20pts/16reb

Recap: The Spurs stun the Lakers in Game 1 giving the Lakers their 1st loss of the tournament. The Spurs played tough defense, and at a level the Lakers had not previously seen in this tournament. Tony Parker had 24 points with Kobe guarding him primarily, while Duncan added 20. Kobe struggled scoring just 14 on 5/15 shooting.

Game 2: at Lakers 123, Spurs 99

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8343401&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O

[IceMan2]

Game 3: Lakers 96, at Spurs 95

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8343409&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.O’Neal 35pts/14reb/4blk on 13/21 FG and GW

Recap: The Lakers take a 2-1 lead in a thrilling Game 3 victory. The Spurs controlled most of the game playing tough defense again, limiting the Lakers to 37 at halftime and 59 through 3 quarters. But in the 4th O’Neal had enough, Shaq scored 18 of his 35 in the 4th including the game winning finger roll. Spur’s Parker had given the Spurs a 1 point lead with a jumper with 5 seconds left, but Shaq was not done. What was more remarkable is he also went 5/5 from the FT line in the 4th.


Game 4: at Spurs 95, Lakers 89

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8343417&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 17pts/9reb/6ast/3blk on 7/12 FG

Recap: The Spurs and the Lakers go in another thriller in San Antonio. This time the Spurs come in top with tough defensive stops near the end and they did not allow O’Neal to dominate. Duncan had a great all-around game while Tony Parker added 26pts/8ast. O'Neal getting a bit frustrated with Kobe Bryant at this point.

Both teams higher the minutes of their stars as the series is tied up in a close 2-2 that can go either way now

[IceMan2]

Game 5: Spurs 111, at Lakers 96

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8343424&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 27pts/19reb

Recap: The Spurs stun the Lakers in Game 5 in Los Angeles. The Lakers led by as much as 15 points in the 1st half and played good defense holding the Spurs to 42 at halftime. But in the 2nd half their defense collapsed, the Spurs routed them outscoring LA 69-43 in the 2nd half as Duncan and Parker both had huge halves. Both finished with their best game of the series and that is what it took to win it and close up on winning the series.

Game 6: at Spurs 110, Lakers 87

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8343426&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 18pts/12reb/6blk on 9/16 FG

Recap: The Spurs stun the Lakers in Game 6 finishing the series off. Lakers once again kept it competitive in the 1st half but the Spurs just ran away with the game in the 2nd half. O

[IceMan2]

1st HUGE upset of the tournament, the 2009 Spurs continue their cinderella run and reach the Elite 8 as an 11 seed :applause:
Very impressive run so far:

Round 1: Defeated 2004 T-Wolves 4-1
Round 2: Defeated 2006 Pistons 4-3
Round 3: Defeated 2002 Lakers 4-2

And we have one powerhouse contender that has fallen

[KG215]

2002 Sacramento Kings Playoff Stats (18 Games)


Chris Webber: 40.6 MPG, 27.6 PPG, 11.5 RPG, 5.6 APG, 1.9 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .485 FG%, .250 3P%, .761 FT%

Peja Stojakovic: 40.1 MPG, 19.9 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 3.2 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 1.9 TOV, .474 FG%, .402 3P%, .904 FT%

Mike Bibby: 38.2 MPG, 13.2 PPG, 3.7 RPG, 6.0 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .422 FG%, .318 FG%, .795 FT%

Vlade Divac: 34.4 MPG, 12.7 PPG, 11.6 RPG, 4.7 APG, 1.3 BPG, 0.7 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .497 FG%, .333 3P%, .530 FT%

Doug Christie: 37.2 MPG, 12.3 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 5.2 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .488 FG%, .367 3P%, .923 FT%

Bobby Jackson: 17.9 MPG, 8.8 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 1.5 APG, 0.1 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .500 FG%, .400 3P%, .789 FT%



One of the best passing teams of all-time. Between just those 6 (and that's including Bobby Jackson and his 17.9 MPG and just 1.5 APG) they averaged 26.2 APG.

[KG215]

2009 Spurs vs. 2002 Lakers


Tim Duncan: 36.7 MPG, 20.7 PPG, 13.8 RPG, 4.2 APG, 4.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .495 FG%, .333 3P% (1/3), .613 FG%

Tony Parker: 36.0 MPG, 23.8 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 8.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.7 TOV, .463 FG%, .750 3P% (3/4), .700 FT%

Manu Ginobili: 27.8 MPG, 13.5 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 4.5 APG, 0.5 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .441 FG%, .273 3P%, .958 FT%

Michael Finley: 25.3 MPG, 7.2 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 1.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 0.5 SPG, 1.0 TOV, .421 FG%, .308 3P%, .700 FT%


Shaquille O'Neal: 40.3 MPG, 28.5 PPG, 12.7 RPG, 2.5 APG, 2.7 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .581 FG%, .512 FT%

Kobe Bryant: 40.3 MPG, 21.3 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 6.0 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.7 TOV, .463 FG%, .300 3P%, .786 FT%

Derek Fisher: 34.3 MPG, 13.3 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 3.8 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .403 FG%, .382 3P%, 1.000 FT% (9/9)

Rick Fox: 32.2 MPG, 7.8 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 5.0 APG, 0.5 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .396 FG%, .231 3P%, .857 FT%

Robert Horry: 33.5 MPG, 7.2 PPG, 8.2 RPG, 4.7 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 0.8 BPG, .341 FG%, .235 3P%, .692 FT%

[KG215]

2002 Los Angeles Lakers Playoff Stats (14 Games)


Shaquille O'Neal: 40.1 MPG, 26.7 PPG, 12.6 RPG, 2.6 APG, 2.4 BPG, 0.9 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .565 FG%, .561 FT%

Kobe Bryant: 40.7 MPG, 24.6 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 5.6 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 3.3 TOV, .468 FG%, .250 3P%, .836 FT%

Derek Fisher: 34.6 MPG, 13.4 PPG, 2.7 RPG, 3.8 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.5 SPG, 1.1 TOV, .438 FG%, .383 3P%, .815 FT%

Rick Fox: 32.1 MPG, 10.1 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 4.5 APG, 0.3 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .470 FG%, .290 3P%, .920 FT%

Robert Horry: 33.6 MPG, 8.9 PPG, 8.1 RPG, 4.1 APG, 1.9 BPG, 1.1 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .383 FG%, .400 3P%, .714 FT%

[Doctor K]

2009 Spurs vs. 2002 Lakers


Shaquille O'Neal: 40.3 MPG, 28.5 PPG, 12.7 RPG, 2.5 APG, 2.7 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .581 FG%, .512 FT%

Kobe Bryant: 40.3 MPG, 21.3 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 6.0 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.7 TOV, .463 FG%, .300 3P%, .786 FT%

Derek Fisher: 34.3 MPG, 13.3 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 3.8 APG, 0.3 BPG, 1.3 SPG, 1.3 TOV, .403 FG%, .382 3P%, 1.000 FT% (9/9)

Rick Fox: 32.2 MPG, 7.8 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 5.0 APG, 0.5 BPG, 0.3 SPG, 2.3 TOV, .396 FG%, .231 3P%, .857 FT%

Robert Horry: 33.5 MPG, 7.2 PPG, 8.2 RPG, 4.7 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 0.8 BPG, .341 FG%, .235 3P%, .692 FT%


Same story of all of the Shaq-Kobe losses. O'Neal dominates, Kobe does not. Also the Laker role players played quite bad.

[IceMan2]

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1 2003 San Antonio Spurs


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11 2009 San Antonio Spurs



Preview: The 2003 San Antonio Spurs finished with a 60-22 season. They then went along and won the NBA Championship. Many would call this the weakest Spurs team but I would call it the strongest. It featured Tim Duncan at his peak, winning his 2nd MVP award in a row. In the playoffs they knocked off the 3 time defending champion LA Lakers in route to a title. They were a strong defensive team while being very good on offense. All the important pieces of the Spurs championship runs were present on this team: Duncan, Ginobili, Parker, and Robinson.

The 2009 San Antonio Spurs went 54-28 before losing in the 1st round for the 1st time in Duncan

[IceMan2]

Game 1: at 03 Spurs 105, 09 Spurs 100

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8886781&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 28pts/9reb/7ast

Recap: The 2003 Champion Spurs take a 1-0 lead in the series. They got off to a quick start and held of the run at the end of the game by the 2009 Spurs. MVP Duncan was too much for his counterpart going 28/9/7 while holding 09 Duncan to 6/16 shooting. The 2003 Spurs had a balanced effort with 6 players in double figures.

Game 2: at 03 Spurs 99, 09 Spurs 78

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8886783&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 31pts/11reb/3blk

Recap: The 2003 Spurs take a 2-0 lead in the series and this time they did it with strong defense. They held their 2009 counterparts to just 33.3% shooting and just 33 points in the 2nd half as nothing was going for them. MVP Duncan led the way again with 31/11 as he has been too good to stop for now.

09 Spurs higher the minutes of their stars down 2-0


Game 3: 03 Spurs 91, at 09 Spurs 88

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8886785&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 21pts/11reb

Recap: The 2003 Spurs take a 3-0 lead in the series as they are looking forward to reaching the Final 4. This one was tougher as they trailed by 10 at halftime but had a strong 3rd quarter to overtake the 2009 Spurs. Both teams played great defense but the difference was rebounding as they outrebounded the 2009 Spurs 62-47 thanks a lot to David Robinson who has been the x-factor for the 03 Spurs this series giving them the edge inside.




Game 4: 03 Spurs 94, at 09 Spurs 83

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore.asp?GameID=8886794&nomenu=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: T.Duncan 26pts/12reb/3blk

Recap: The 2003 Number One Seed San Antonio Spurs advance to the Final 4. They were led by another strong performance by their MVP Tim Duncan as he anchored another great defensive performance holding the 09 Spurs to 83 points including just 33 in the 1st half. The champion Spurs were too much for the 09 Spurs and look like a strong contender in the finals.






2003 San Antonio Spurs Win 4-0



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[IceMan2]

Congrats to the 1 2003 San Antonio Spurs for officially winning the West Region