True but man, Indiana was so bad in Game 3. I mean Miami just demoralized Indiana unlike Games 1 and 2.

Game to game its been a big swing. Indiana needs to double down on Lebron a little faster next game and get their sets and picks going on offense a lil bit. Too much standing around and not much post game to speak of. Hibbert should be having his way against the Birdman.

The series between Pacers and Heat is tied but Heat will win Games five and six.

:laughing: If you say so FPK.

kiekiekie,Fred you know I am speaking the truth. I personally want Indiana to win but I know the Miami Heat will win the series. It will be either Game Six or Game Seven.

I can't believe how quickly that whole "Big 3" thing fell apart in Miami. Lebron is better than ever but Wade is a shell of the player he once was now and Bosh, while effective, has had his role massively reduced ever since he joined the Heat. They're still the best team in the league because they have Lebron but I'm wondering if he decides to bolt next year.

Not entirely true. Dwayne Wade is hurt which is why he is a shell player. But Wade is the reason why LeBron got his first ring. If it was not for Wade, LeBron would have never had his first ring. If Wade plays well, Miami is well but if not, Miami is not the same. Bosh is still good but he is not allowed to be a great player that he was in Toronto. It may be LeBron's team but Dwayne Wade is the real leader.

That's the thing though; he's always injured, and the injuries he's had (coupled with his age) are pretty much going to ensure that he won't be the same player he once was. The guy made a living through his quickness and how easily he could penetrate the D and get to the basket. The leg/knee injuries greatly affect that part of his game.

Fair enough but Dwayne Wade is not a shell of himself yet. He is only 31 years old. He has played very well being injured. Wade will be around for some time. Trust me. He is no weak player.

Hes definitely slowed down and his dribble penetration game is certainly missing. Don't forget guys Chris Bosh left with a leg injury yesterday so Indianas chances just increased greatly.

We will have to wait and see. But I still put my money on the Miami heat.

i read roy hibbert could not do a push up in college which is crazy

going out on a limb and saying the heat win tonight

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NBA FINALS 2013
MIAMI HEAT
vs
SAN ANTONIO SPURS

has tony parker always had handles like that?

i should really watch the spurs now and then

Dude is an all star for sure. Gonna be a good series to watch. I figured Miami would roll through them. I still think Miami will find a way to pull it out.

yeah miami has seemed a little lethargic on game 1 in a lot of these series. Need their role players to step up, especially battier. I was surprised haslem didn't get more minutes last night. Kinda questioned spoelstra's rotations a little bit-no wade or bron to start the 4th.

It'll be interesting if they gotta keep switching lebron to parker

Yeah I think shifting people on him is a good idea. Perhaps if it becomes a problem double down and keep the ball out of his hands. Problem is Ginobli as bad hes been could start shooting lights out at any moment. Spoelstra better start getting the big three 40 minutes a game or this series is already over. That as a titanic mistake not to have Bron and Wade out there to start the 4th. Lots of momentum swings, it should make for a great series regardless of who wins.

Man Tony Parker could the mvp. If the Spurs win the NBA Finals, the mvp would belong to Tony Parker.

How do people rank the point guards in the league right now? There's a ton of good ones with Paul, Rose, Westbrook, Rondo, Parker, Irving, Curry, Williams, Wall, etc.

Can't wait to see what Lillard does next year

Game 3 summary if you missed it...

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Man, the Spurs are running a defensive clinic right now. I'm impressed.

All smiles :)

Tony Parker is still the fav. for MVP but if Green has another highlight game is his to take.

That was a hell of a finish to the series. Glad LeBron pulled through in the end. Now we just have to wait to see how injured Wade really was and how he'll rebound.

Howard needs to leave the Lakers...there is no future for him there...Houston is the best place for him.

Howard does the right thing....great basketball decision!

this offseason is crazy!!!!!!! the west is so loaded. lots of teams tanking for wiggins or another stud since next draft is insane. so excited for the season!!

Lakers fan here. Losing Dwight Howard to the Rockets is something I can live with. Granting amnesty to Metta World Peace ruined my day yesterday. I will forever miss his post-game interviews.

Howard is a shell of his former self. Hack a Howard to the rescue.

Howard is just as good as he was. His talent just got overshadowed by him being an idiot for the last 2 years. i am hoping in houston he can get back to being more focused. Houstons teams is also a lot easier for him in terms of style. i cant imagine trying to thrive while playing with kobe. It has to be frustrating as hell sometimes which is why i have nothin but love for Gasol.

LOVE what golden state is doing too. man, the west coast is just loading up.

Don't forget that Howard was injured last season and was still recovering throughout the season while having to deal with a completely new team struggling with injuries, team chemistry and coaching.

Howard is still one of the, if not the, best center in terms of defense and offense the league has to offer right now. The Lakers didn't play much post offense, which is his primary offensive option and he still managed to average 18/12 with a FG% of about .60.
So yeah, if he manages to get along with Asik and integrate well in the team, the Houstons will be a real threat with Harden, Parsons and Howard.
They were already one of the best scoring teams in the league - Now that they have one of the best defensive centers as defensive anchor with Dwight Howard who also provides them with endless possibilities in the paint, they could really be a dangerous opponent in the Play-Offs.

i do hate dwight but he is the best center in the game despite his down year. the lakers were gonna be a ****show from the beginning last yr. pieces that dont compliment each other and not hiring phil was just stupid. why would you want gasol shooting jumpers?? hes one of the most skilled bigs in the game in the post.


i still think rockets are trading asik. i think they are tryin to raise his value by saying they wont but they are payin a ton of money to him as a backup. and i love asik and feel bad for him because he deserves to start but him and dwight on the court together doesnt work.

Well, if they keep Asik, they would be an unbeatable stronghold on the pivot.
If they trade him, they would have about 9 million dollars more to spend, which would also make more imporvements possible. It is tough a little bit Overkill to have a 9 million dollar backup for one of the most wanted centers of the world.
I don't think that the Rockets can do much wrong in the off season in their current position.

true and at this point theres nothin they can trade for that can help them this season. i woulda been shoppin asik the second dwight signed. maybe they were in private. imagine josh smith in that lineup instead of asik and its incredible.

its really hard to make 2 big men work though. im interested to see how houston plays dwight and asik together.

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heat signed michael beasley if anyone noticed or cares


just another no risk, high reward signing by miami to make their championship team even better


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Miami only has the Bulls to Worry about.

Even that though is hazy at best. Not only are the Heat an amazingly deep team but they are coached brilliantly and have Pat Riley helping with all the decisions. People underestimate that guy, he is right up there with Phil Jackson in my book.

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