Game 4 Preview: Atlanta Hawks vs. Houston Rockets
by ak2themax on Dec 31, 2011 9:08 AM CST
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Mini-preview today for two reasons. It's the third game in three nights and I don't have time, and it's my birthday and I'm giving myself a break.
The Hawks are 3-0 and played the Nets last night. Tonight will be their third game in four nights, so they're tired, too. The other thing is that they have a game against the Heat on Monday, so hopefully they're looking ahead to that instead of worrying about your soon-to-be 64-2 Houston Rockets.
Two big changes for the Hawks from last year include Jeff Teague becoming the starting point guard (and playing well so far), and Tracy McGrady signing with the team in the offseason.
As Mike said, tonight Atlanta comes to The House That T-Mac Built.
Happy New Year, and don't forget to make your predictions! Mine is Atlanta 105-98.
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Happy Birthday Bro. Must be weird having it on New Years Eve.
Probably won’t be online during the game but I’ll be following it on my phone.
Rockets 108 – Hawks 95
By the way, T-Mac doesn’t look terrible. 2nd unit offense runs through him and his passing/court vision/Basketball IQ is still very good.
Thanks
Was too far to huck a beer at a Stro’s player as per bone’s request. Jess (girlfriend) said I was too far, I said challenge accepted, a security guard said guess again.-BD34
That is the reason I don't go to Battle Red Blog. I would be too rational and guys would flag my posts as spam.-batman713
T-Mac has actually played very well in limited time thus far
He’s not anywhere near who he used to be, but it’s good to see that he can still play.
I don’t know, though. If I were him and I had been used to playing like the T-Mac of old, I would probably retire once I became just a role player off the bench.
He's averaging like 12 points or something like that.
Much better than I expected.
Sonicsgate: A movie about how the Sonics were stolen from Seattle.
So you wanted him to become another AI?
Madame de Staël once said, "One must choose in life between boredom and suffering." De Staël is dead but there is always an alternative.
This is where the cool is.
AI keeps trying to come back
that’s why the last years of his career were so sad. But he had a long career, and his decline was very gradual.
How do you go from being one of the best in the game one season to a glorified bench guy the next? That McGrady is able to accept that very sudden decline is a sign of his personal strength, I think. It takes a lot of strength to be able to accept that change. I probably wouldn’t be able to handle it.
Headin to the game with some friends tonight.
I’ve got the Rockets 101-99 with a Kyle Lowry gamewinning 3. Can I get extra points for getting that right.
Sonicsgate: A movie about how the Sonics were stolen from Seattle.
If he gets it, I'll give you 20 bonus points just because I'll be so damn happy.
"I’m not dumb. I just have a command of thoroughly useless information." Bill Watterson~Calvin and Hobbes
by The Chuckwagon has rolled on on Dec 31, 2011 4:11 PM CST up reply actions
also, Happy Birthday ak!
Been reading your previews for 1.5 years now, great great stuff!
Sonicsgate: A movie about how the Sonics were stolen from Seattle.
Thanks man
Always been a pleasure chatting with you too.
Was too far to huck a beer at a Stro’s player as per bone’s request. Jess (girlfriend) said I was too far, I said challenge accepted, a security guard said guess again.-BD34
That is the reason I don't go to Battle Red Blog. I would be too rational and guys would flag my posts as spam.-batman713
Prediction
Rockets 95 Hawks 89. Both teams will be extremely tired. The Hawks are off to an extremely hot start but I think the Rockets will take pride in protecting their house. If this was in ATL I would pick the Hawks but I’ll pick the Rockets with it being in Houston.
Don't ever underestimate the heart of a champion. - Rudy T.
by Rocketsfanforbasketballreasons88 on Dec 31, 2011 10:33 AM CST reply actions
happy new years!
don’t think I’ve ever commented but its a few hours past new years in Australia and I’m pumped!!! hope tmac does well for hawks this season (always loved the MAC) but not tonight, rox need this win!!!!!!
by OzDreamShaker34 on Dec 31, 2011 10:37 AM CST via Android app reply actions
I have got the hawks in this one 103-93. Too many favorable matches and they will torch our defense
by Rockets78 on Dec 31, 2011 11:01 AM CST via mobile reply actions
Birthdays?
Screw birthdays. No excuses. Your fired.
The Dream Shake ...on Twitter.
"I think girls are probably just better shooters." - Steve Novak
/happy birthday, you're not fired and I would have done the EXACT same thing, but probably in fewer words
The Dream Shake ...on Twitter.
"I think girls are probably just better shooters." - Steve Novak
Rockets 97 to 91.
I think well have trouble with Jsmoove but I like our chances in this one. Lowry gets his triple double.
by Dmo_Htx on Dec 31, 2011 12:08 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Exactly one year ago, PPat had his first significant playing time
And combined for 12 and 10 against Toronto if I remember correctly. I was constantly checking my iPhone.
I say we win. Cause we’re home and this season, we’re averaging a 20pts W at home.
109-100 Rox
happy birthday ak, as your present
the rockets will win 103-94 and lowry will get his triple-double
Happy Birthday Armin!
Also Atlanta always seems to beat us so I think Atlanta takes this 97-94.
"I always keep a ball in the car. You never know."
-Hakeem Olajuwon
"Stern Sucks"
-Me
Leading scorer for us is Scola
I thought I’d slide that in to see if I can sneak a few points haha
"I always keep a ball in the car. You never know."
-Hakeem Olajuwon
"Stern Sucks"
-Me
by Rockets4LIFE on Dec 31, 2011 1:52 PM CST up reply actions
Five points if true. Because i'm in a good mood today.
"I’m not dumb. I just have a command of thoroughly useless information." Bill Watterson~Calvin and Hobbes
by The Chuckwagon has rolled on on Dec 31, 2011 4:18 PM CST up reply actions
I didnt get any points today but I dont care, Rockets won! Happy New Year man!
"I always keep a ball in the car. You never know."
-Hakeem Olajuwon
"Stern Sucks"
-Me
by Rockets4LIFE on Dec 31, 2011 10:37 PM CST up reply actions
And we won tonight!
Great game, I just seem to remember that JSmith last minute alley-op. Anyways, who cares Rockets won!
"I always keep a ball in the car. You never know."
-Hakeem Olajuwon
"Stern Sucks"
-Me
by Rockets4LIFE on Dec 31, 2011 10:36 PM CST up reply actions
Thanks bud
Was too far to huck a beer at a Stro’s player as per bone’s request. Jess (girlfriend) said I was too far, I said challenge accepted, a security guard said guess again.-BD34
That is the reason I don't go to Battle Red Blog. I would be too rational and guys would flag my posts as spam.-batman713
104-100 Rockets
5 Rockets in double figures, and agree with btrizzle25, triple double for Lowry.
Happy Birthday!!
Thanks
Glad we won, though Lowry didn’t get that triple double. 18 assists is a nice consolation prize, I guess.
Was too far to huck a beer at a Stro’s player as per bone’s request. Jess (girlfriend) said I was too far, I said challenge accepted, a security guard said guess again.-BD34
That is the reason I don't go to Battle Red Blog. I would be too rational and guys would flag my posts as spam.-batman713
My guess for the final score is Rockets 101 – Hawks 92…
… you read it here first…
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I had to stop arguing with drunks, Steeler fans, and all other fools.
It was making my brick wall jealous...
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Dedicated to the "Pride of the Steelers"
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Atlanta wins 110-92
I am hoping I am wrong and somebody steps up and we pull it out. I expect TMac to have a big game.
gonna go with hawks here... hope i'm wrong
hawks 99-87
This video never gets old:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwCWuzEhiZs
lol!
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I had to stop arguing with drunks, Steeler fans, and all other fools.
It was making my brick wall jealous...
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Dedicated to the "Pride of the Steelers"
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Hey guys! Just got free. Here is your lastest scores.
As always, let me know if you find something in error. I screwed up one on the last game, I’m not perfect. (Even if mommy says I am.)
Rockets4Life-145
ak2themax-140
.Bonzo-125
BuckeyeBob-121
jake_471-121
sohum-121
OJ ATM-111
johnsmith-111
Rockets7-111
Dmo_Hyx-111
BD34-110
Mike Kerns-110
jbars-110
Carlos_HoustonSportsFanatic-110
dech-107
craigj007-102
twinkilling0303-102
IrishTrasher-96
Slackary-96
AllenOU-96
makinmajik-96
Bighairctut-96
VBG-96
Xiane-96
mitmil22-96
btrizzle25-96
lucneguy92-96
NIke86-96
Rocketsfanfforbasketballreasons88-96
arnold p-96
Mannan Ali-96
chuckiepoo-96
Rockets78-96
galicae-92
olivarzq1-92
Camouflage14-92
TCWIR-88
That’s all I’ve got so far. Keep it up guys! I will comeback somehow. I promise you. I predict 95-90 Atlanta.
"I’m not dumb. I just have a command of thoroughly useless information." Bill Watterson~Calvin and Hobbes
by The Chuckwagon has rolled on on Dec 31, 2011 4:08 PM CST reply actions
I disapeared
If I’m correct, I should be at 102 since I guess correctly Memphis (112 with ATL’s game).
by RiiseRockets on Jan 1, 2012 10:14 AM CST up reply actions
you are completely right...
You’re on my list, you just didn’t make it to this post. Sorry dude!!
"I’m not dumb. I just have a command of thoroughly useless information." Bill Watterson~Calvin and Hobbes
by The Chuckwagon has rolled on on Jan 3, 2012 6:42 AM CST up reply actions
Happy birthday AK!!!
"I’m not dumb. I just have a command of thoroughly useless information." Bill Watterson~Calvin and Hobbes
by The Chuckwagon has rolled on on Dec 31, 2011 4:10 PM CST reply actions
Thanks man!
Oh, and I really do need to figure out something else to call you instead of TChro.
Was too far to huck a beer at a Stro’s player as per bone’s request. Jess (girlfriend) said I was too far, I said challenge accepted, a security guard said guess again.-BD34
That is the reason I don't go to Battle Red Blog. I would be too rational and guys would flag my posts as spam.-batman713
Missed last game's prediction..
I need to stop sleeping in..
Hmm, we won this matchup last year in a close energetic game @ Toyota Center. This year though, I think we lose it.
Hawks by 4 98 – 94.
See what happens when you sleep in?
Fall in the standings…
"I’m not dumb. I just have a command of thoroughly useless information." Bill Watterson~Calvin and Hobbes
by The Chuckwagon has rolled on on Dec 31, 2011 5:15 PM CST up reply actions
This is a message from 2012
Happy New years my TDS friends. I partied well last night and am now feeling the consequences. I’m going with Rockets 102 Hawks 96 I’ll probably be wrong but atleast I can hope.
Happy Birthday AK keep doing glorious previews for us, have a great day.
You were right, we won!
And the previews are going nowhere.
Was too far to huck a beer at a Stro’s player as per bone’s request. Jess (girlfriend) said I was too far, I said challenge accepted, a security guard said guess again.-BD34
That is the reason I don't go to Battle Red Blog. I would be too rational and guys would flag my posts as spam.-batman713
Hou 97 Atl 89
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Thanks Christian!
Was too far to huck a beer at a Stro’s player as per bone’s request. Jess (girlfriend) said I was too far, I said challenge accepted, a security guard said guess again.-BD34
That is the reason I don't go to Battle Red Blog. I would be too rational and guys would flag my posts as spam.-batman713
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