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NBA Cup wise I don’t see us going anywhere, unless LAC has a stinker & we blow them out.
I’ll try do a live coverage for Sunday’s game, however I’m at work early so maybe only a first half then relate to clips before I leave. #RipCity
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Overall, we were the better team, looking after the ball & capitalising when they didn’t.
Also making our shots off of 2nd chances, especially at the rim as we tend to not stay calm after a miss.
Sharpe needs to be better but I would point some of that at the coaching & play calling for his game
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Going into the 4th the game was mostly in our hands 72-87, & everyone let the 3’s fly to start. Sharpe was getting to the rim finally (something I’d like to post more about soon) & Ant was on fire.
Despite that, SAC showed resilience & came fighting, making almost every 3 they put up.
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League Pass then said I’m not allowed to watch the second half so somewhat relying on clips & Real…
On paper, the 3rd looked amazing. Anfernee started to get going offensively, Deni was getting his 3 back, & Sabonis couldn’t get a thing off (despite a post up cut pass he’s great I know)
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…they did beat us there 14-8, it’s an improvement especially I saw from Anfernee.
Camara really locked down on Fox too only allowing 1/5 slowing down his rim attack. For a team like ours who is weaker on defending inside, this type of play really helps limit our poorer side on D.
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Big momentum shift in the 2nd largely coming from a former struggling Jabari Walker, chasing OREB’s & making the right passes to capitalise on a lost D. His hands felt more secure last night too. Even on a limited role he helped shift the pace against SAC.
Also much better transition D even if…
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I don’t typically watch west coast games, being 3am n all when they start, & tonight is no different. Instead of the usual format I’ll watch the game in full in the morning make notes whilst watching then make a full thread from through the game. The joys of living abroad. #RipCity
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Dalano & Kris are playing through injury, however hopefully they can carry on their strong shooting nights with the large minutes I expect them to get tonight. Kris being back also means Jabari not being relied on to catch & make plays from inside, & more so be a 5 out style w/ Deni & Ayton inside.
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Winning this game should maintain a 3rd place in the NBA Cup, possibly 2nd. I doubt we win the group but beating out teams like the Kings, Wolves & Clippers puts the team in a much better position going forward.
Kings go into the game 3-7 in their last 10 w/ role players struggling. #RipCity
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Going into tomorrow’s game, I’d expect to see more 3P shooting to start the game & open the paint to later attack.
Defensively we really need to be active inside against both Swipa & Domas, as well as attacking the boards hard. I can live with giving up tough 3s with the D we’ve played as of late
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Ayton has looked well in his return, despite IND getting into the paint as easy as they are. Can see his hand is bothering him but is managing well in terms of his play, even if his face is saying otherwise.
Avdija is the guy. Everywhere he goes turns to gold. Thank you Joe. #RipCity
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Sharpe hasn’t been clicking this game however his speed & verticality still give reason to play him, although Banton should see more of his minutes down the line should the shooting continue.
Jabari can’t last. He’s not played well on either end & is struggling to hold a ball. Not much else to say.
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…interesting as at first was worried with how big IND played, but with fast hands & being as hot as we were, it worked & should be utilised more against their slow big lineups. #RipCity
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I am literally walking through the woods in work uniform, motorcycle helmet to keep warm on the way home, put wee man to bed then some tea before injury ridden Blazers play…
God I love this team too much
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On a positive note, the hustle plays whether off of missed shots or made, have been great from the bench unit & especially Deni. Sadly not all could be converted on but is good to see.
To finish the game the young, less athletic guys should play majority minutes to limit even more injuries #RipCity
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Offensively, against nothing was hitting outside of Deni Avdija layups, who now leaves to be bench exhausted after carrying the team on that side of the floor. Again the 3s aren’t hitting & should probably be left alone in the 4th unless wide open toe just behind the line.
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…get warmer (as I say this Jerami is getting looked at my medical on the sidelines).
Simon’s should also look to be the connector as clearly the hand is not hot. 4 assists in the first & only 1 turnover, hustle, passing & timed playmaking could help us push back into a positive rythmn. #RipCity
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…jacking up 3’s, creating long rebounds. Since the start of the year we have struggled but especially tonight, perimeter shooting will be our killer, bar adjustments, next half.
Jerami & Shae should be the guys to look at in the next 24 minutes, who dispite the poor shooting, are showing they may…
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Most importantly to the chance of winning our next 3 games is Anfernee Simons building upon his performance against HOU on Saturday. With Scoot likely out through parts of this slate, if not all, he’ll need to really boost our pour offense to keep up with MEM, IND & SAC. #RipCity
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With Ayton still doubtful to return & Murray questionable with his Sternum Bruise, Jabari Walker could see the floor & hopefully get back on track from a slow start to the season.
Duop will most likely play sizeable minutes, however his speed may hinder him against the next few teams.
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Ant wasn’t as highly scouted as Scoot and Shae and all came in with different roles and ability. Ant had it hardest to get minutes with his frame and ability on a team with different needs and aspirations as now. Also what matters is where they are now and Ant is probably the best player still.
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Lastly, we can’t expect to 3PT shot to be falling as much as it has tonight, or Clingan grab 19 boards. Finding different opportunities out of our dribble hand offs into drives & boxing out hard on FT’s could elevate both sides of the ball & create better tendencies. What rebuilds are for. #RipCity
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One thing you have to point out watching that final quarter is ball security in the half court, initiating plays & from inbounds. Amen is a phenomenal defender but multiple turnovers to him and others when passing into high Camara handoffs or generally bringing the ball up is inexcusable.
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I agree i think we do and will play better with a true point guard, for now im content considering Scoots injuries and Sharpe not looking great in self creation. It nice seeing him go off this quarter
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Oh yeh 100% it’s a good sign, still wish he can get back into the form he had in Dame’s last season. His shooting wrist is sprained so didn’t expect a great shooting night either. I saw someone compare him to Jamal Crawford for his play rn too which was interesting
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Toumani and Sharpe yet another night struggling from the field, however statistically and visually still positives out there, with the elite defense & offensive gravity repetitively.
To finish the quarter, better recoveries out of double teams and limiting fouls will win this period. #RipCity
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Anfernee still not quite where you’d want him for a game without 00, but has improved today, especially on the turnovers.
Clingan has really took a lesson from the terror twins method with 7 OREB as I write this and most likely more to come. It’s the hustle the Blazers need from their big youth.