Pistons vs. Magic 12/29/08 *Updated
We have an updated report from one of the Pistonscast Posse.
Richard from Howell, MI
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*First of all I want to say that Dwight Howard is RIPPED. I managed to get his autograph by the tunnel and his arms looked like they were about to explode.
Now on to the pistons. They played with great intensity in the first have and rolled onto an 11-point half time lead. I thought Jason Maxiell did a great job off the bench, like that sick block on morcin gartet or whatever his name is. That should buy him some playing time.
Rodney Stuckey had another good game making me even happier with his change to the starting lineup. They did a good job playing without their co-captain and my boy, Rip Hamilton. You gotta wonder if this lineup without Rip is the best way to go, we seem to play better this way and we can only get better when Rip comes back. To me it’s the obvious choice of what lineup we should go with. Overall the best part about the first half was how well they were able to shutdown Superman Dwight. His huge stat line with one first half point proved it.
Unfortunately there was the second half. Right out of the gate they looked flat, bad body language, lazy Sheed (a.k.a. Rash) and they continually had possessions where they let the shot clock get low, causing a bad shot. They couldn’t stop Rashard Lewis or Dwight Howard. I lost count at somewhere around 50 three pointers for Lewis including the one that he nearly converted to a four point play after being tackled by Dyess. The game was physical all night long, it was unusual how many injuries we saw.
The Good: First half intensity, good play without Rip, energy off the bench, no Superman in first half, Rodney Stuckey, win pushes record to 18-11, MC seems to be getting more comfortable and more involved
The Bad: Second half, couldn’t stop Rashard Lewis or Dwight Howard, Rash…eed, poor execution, Iverson didn’t play well, we didn’t see either of the Walters but I guess I didn’t really expect Razor Sharpe to play anyway, Amir was quiet.
Peace,
Richard
Howell, MI
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What’s Going on World?
John W. Davis here.
Here is your official discussion blog for tonight’s game against the Orlando Magic. Hopefully we can play some of that outstanding 3rd Quarter Milwaukee Bucks defense tonight and get a big win!
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VIA MLIVE:
Big or small?
“When we have the bigger lineup, we’re better defensively, we’re better defensive rebounding and it gives us an opportunity to block more shots,” Prince said. “It’s just kind of pick and choose.”
Said Iverson: “It’s something we have to work through, work on our rotations and take advantage of it (small lineup) on the offensive end and use our speed against those bigger guys.”
Injury report
Pistons guard Richard Hamilton, who did not play Saturday because of a left groin injury, is questionable for tonight. If he does not play, Amir Johnson once again will start at power forward with Tayshaun Prince back to small forward and Rasheed Wallace at center. The backcourt will consist of Rodney Stuckey and Iverson.
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*Personally, I’m looking for Stuckey to eat up Jameer Nelson tonight like he did D. Rose!
Who do you think is the key to victory?
Peace,
John W. Davis
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26 Responses
John W. Davis December 29th at 7:04 pm
Also look for Pootie Tay on the defensive end against Hedo or Lewis.
Ryan December 29th at 7:29 pm
I think the key is for Rasheed and our bigs to lock down on Dwight Howard defensively. Rasheed is a veteran who can control Howard. As long as the refs don’t kill the game and make some bad calls on Rasheed just because he’s Rasheed and because Dwight Howard is “Superman,” I’m looking for Rasheed to take over Howard.
Ryan December 29th at 7:31 pm
Oh, and didn’t Shaq used to be dubbed “Superman”? After all, he calls himself the “Man of Steel” and even has Superman tattoos.
I think those who keep calling Dwight Howard “Superman” need to come up with a new nickname.
As much as I can’t stand Shaq, you can’t steal someone’s nickname! Heh.
Mike Watson December 29th at 7:58 pm
Shaq was “Superman” back in the 90’s but even Christopher Reeves had to be replaced.
John W. Davis December 29th at 9:08 pm
Hey Dwight Howard is the new superman!
Sad to say but I’m happy Rip is not playing.
John W. Davis December 29th at 9:08 pm
We are just way better DEFENSIVELY with two Big Men! Remember that Defense wins game!
nate December 29th at 9:26 pm
detroittt basketball haha lets go
John December 29th at 9:29 pm
Dude we are giving it to the Magic haha
nate December 29th at 9:36 pm
yesssirrr stuckey is aggresive w/ 9 shots alreaddy and hes drawing fouls
nate December 29th at 9:43 pm
lets go baby! halftime lead!
John December 29th at 10:22 pm
Stay in the Game Amir! Get 10 Rebounds!
nate December 29th at 10:57 pm
YEAHHH BABY!!we got this. gamee over
nate December 29th at 11:04 pm
wooohoo stuckey is playing aggresively..19 points
Ryan December 29th at 11:10 pm
Pistons 88, Magic 82.
The Pistons played excellent defense!
They held Howard to only 1 point in the first half, thanks largely in part to Rasheed’s defense. He was getting blocks on Howard, and ended up with 3 blocks total on the night.
John December 29th at 11:19 pm
Defense cures all not 3 Guard Starting lineups!
Steve December 30th at 12:29 am
Wow, great game!
Good defense on Howard in the 1st half, not so much in the 2nd.
The Magic still have a pretty weak backcourt and bench.
nate December 30th at 12:10 pm
glad we won this one. big win for us
Mike Watson December 30th at 12:35 pm
Great win. I’m liking this new lineup too. Even tho RIP’s not playing.
I hate to say it but maybe RIP off the bench?
And hey Sheed has 12 techs in December! WOW!!!
John December 30th at 12:58 pm
Wait Mike? Did you say Rip off the bench? What? no, say it aint so? Couldn’t be! Lions Tigers and Bears OH MY!
Mike Watson December 30th at 1:10 pm
LOL no John I didn’t actually say it, I questioned it. LOL
Marcus December 30th at 4:31 pm
Here might e the answer: http://nba.fanhouse.com/2008/12/30/michael-curry-hints-that-detroits-smallball-lineup-might-be-d/
I think too, that Iverson has to come off the bench!
John December 30th at 5:58 pm
Haha Ill let you slide Mike this time.
John December 30th at 6:03 pm
I read it Marcus. I dont agree. I think Rip is more like these players “I think the Lakers with Lamar Odom it’s effective for them, Kirilenko in Utah has been really effective, and same thing with Ginobili in San Antonio. ”
Iverson is just better than Rip and right now Iverson’s better for the way this team is evolving this particular season.
If Stuckey is going to turn into a baby Chauncey then we should start Rip but he is a totally different player.
I think we under estimate Rip. I think he would be good off the bench. He is a solid passer and actually decent off the dribble.
Ryan December 31st at 3:24 am
With this game, did you guys hear Rasheed when he was called for a foul that Amir committed? That was hilarious!!!
At one point he said something like:
“All three of you guys out here and not one of you know what’s going on!”
That was really funny hearing him talk to the refs!
John December 31st at 8:16 pm
I must have missed that. Thats really funny lol. Rasheed is a character. I’m glad he is still on the Pistons.
John W. Davis January 1st at 12:35 am
SPECIAL REPORT!
Richard from Howell, MI was in the building on Monday and has a special game review for us!
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*First of all I want to say that Dwight Howard is RIPPED. I managed to get his autograph by the tunnel and his arms looked like they were about to explode.
Now on to the pistons. They played with great intensity in the first have and rolled onto an 11-point half time lead. I thought Jason Maxiell did a great job off the bench, like that sick block on morcin gartet or whatever his name is. That should buy him some playing time.
Rodney Stuckey had another good game making me even happier with his change to the starting lineup. They did a good job playing without their co-captain and my boy, Rip Hamilton. You gotta wonder if this lineup without Rip is the best way to go, we seem to play better this way and we can only get better when Rip comes back. To me it’s the obvious choice of what lineup we should go with. Overall the best part about the first half was how well they were able to shutdown Superman Dwight. His huge stat line with one first half point proved it.
Unfortunately there was the second half. Right out of the gate they looked flat, bad body language, lazy Sheed (a.k.a. Rash) and they continually had possessions where they let the shot clock get low, causing a bad shot. They couldn’t stop Rashard Lewis or Dwight Howard. I lost count at somewhere around 50 three pointers for Lewis including the one that he nearly converted to a four point play after being tackled by Dyess. The game was physical all night long, it was unusual how many injuries we saw.
The Good: First half intensity, good play without Rip, energy off the bench, no Superman in first half, Rodney Stuckey, win pushes record to 18-11, MC seems to be getting more comfortable and more involved
The Bad: Second half, couldn’t stop Rashard Lewis or Dwight Howard, Rash…eed, poor execution, Iverson didn’t play well, we didn’t see either of the Walters but I guess I didn’t really expect Razor Sharpe to play anyway, Amir was quiet.
Peace,
Richard
Howell, MI