jasonmicron
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I had tickets to 2nd row behind the Rockets bench for the Kings game. Is it bad that when I saw Robert Horry I immediately thought of grungedave?
Any way, just sharing.
NBA.com: Aldridge: McGrady, Pistons agree to one-year deal
Tracy McGrady has just signed a one year, veteran's minimum deal to play for the Detroit Pistons in a back-up role.
Potential Chris Paul Destinations - At The Hive
Brian Ball over at sister site At The Hive has a nice write-up of potential Chris Paul destinations around the NBA as seen by the entire SBNation community. Pretty nice write-up, give it a read if you have the time.
Yao out for the first two months?
Yao Ming to miss the first two months?
Or should it be:
Source: Yao Ming to miss the first two months because random internet NBA rumors are where its at
Chris Paul to Rockets
Make it happen, Morey. Ok, maybe not really. Still, I can dream, dammit.
Update: Corrected the trade machine scenario
Chris Paul Trade Rumors Could Be the Next Talk of the Town -- NBA FanHouse
Chris Paul and Emeka Okafor to Houston? Who would be on the chopping block for such a trade, and how would this affect the overall financial situation of the team? It's not a rumored trade, however CP3 might still be on the market and it looks like any deal for CP3 would have to include Okafor, similar to Jeffries from NY.
Rockets mull pursuit of Joe Johnson as enticement for Bosh
I have a love / hate relationship with this time of year. While I think we're all fairly certain that the LeBron rumors are ridiculous to even think about, this one seems just about as absurd. It would mean essentially gutting the entire team, removing most of our established bench players in exchange for a nice starting lineup.
Eddy Rivera (Magic Basketball): To be frank, Aaron Brooks doesn’t deserve to be considered. Durant is the clear winner but it seems like he’s going to get unfairly penalized because some voters think he’s too good to take home the hardware. The point is, improvement is improvement and this year, Durant has improved the most out of any player in the NBA. End of story.
Ricky Rubio vs. Sergio Llull!
Just something goofy to check out if you have the time on this holiday.
Forget Battier - has Yao Ming played his last game as a Rocket? Yao considering opting out next year.
Well this I can't believe. It's becoming real, real hard to root for the good guys. Though I guess the silver lining would be our sudden ability to become a decent player in the 2010 Free Agent market, possibly for a big center spot that isn't always injured.
The fight is on in the West - TrueHoop Blog - ESPN
Henry Abbott of TrueHoop discusses the Rockets' chances at the playoffs. Basically, we rock and we're doing great, but the teams that are ahead of us are simply doing better.
The Blazers act fast - TrueHoop Blog - ESPN
Henry Abbott of TrueHoop comments on BlazersEdge's whimsical post about the hiring of the ESPN Trade Machine as their new Assistant GM.
Why care here? Because at the bottom of the article it reminds everyone that the Rockets really DID hire the trade machine back in 2008. Rather, the creator, as Morey's assistant genius in crime.
West playoff field already set?
John Hollinger from ESPN's TrueHoop blog makes note that the Rockets are virtually the only team in the West that has a chance of making the playoffs - at an astounding 17.8% chance.
Of course, 89.75% of statistics are made-up.
Tracy McGrady still set to start the All-Star game
Tracy McGrady is just a couple thousand votes ahead of Steve Nash in voting, however he is still on track to start in Dallas in the latest All-Star Voting results released today.
The Rockets played with their usual heart, energy and unselfishness. Those things may be their trademark.
They can beat almost any team when they're perfect. That is, when the perimeter shots are falling, everyone contributes and the lack of size isn't exposed.
This was one of those nights that reminded the Rockets what they don't have and that there are going to be occasions when teamwork and passion can't overcome size and strength.
Solomon thinks Brooks needs to be the new leader
He makes a decent attempt in his case for Aaron Brooks to be the new leader for the Rockets, however I think this is a little far-fetched. Maybe Solomon is thinking about putting Brooks in his fantasy league, who knows. Nothing will replace Battier in the locker room as a leader until he either gets traded or retires.
Justice on Yao: Is he worth it?
by jasonmicron on Jun 27, 2009 3:26 AM EDT
on The Dream Shake
I just noticed an article that Richard Justice posted after the end of draft night. He basically reinforces his ultimate distaste for Yao - not because of his talent, but because of his injuries.
Honestly, I must say that I about 80% agree with Justice on this one. And here is why:
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Les Alexander makes SI's Top 5 NBA Owners
by jasonmicron on May 20, 2009 2:25 PM EDT
on The Dream Shake
I was kind of surprised that this hasn't made the rounds on here yet, but SI just did an quick little write-up on the Top 5 NBA Owners and the Worst 5 NBA Owners.
The worst owner shouldn't be a surprise to anyone.
Brief summary after the jump.
Yao is hurt guys
by jasonmicron on May 9, 2009 2:07 AM EDT
on The Dream Shake
As Rocket fans we now have to decide how we want to root for him.
Ever since his Game 1 knee-knock he's been pretty bothered. Don't forget that he will be playing in China this off-season and will have *very* limited time to recuperate on any surgery / medical attention his knee needs.
I feel so ... conflicted. And used. We, as the Houston Rockets, do not have sole say over what happens to Yao - that all comes down to the Chinese government. If Yao's knee is truly busted we might not see him until midway through next season around the time McGrady comes back due to his obligations in the Chinese league.
If any of this site's bloggers can provide some more insight that would rock.
However, Yao is hurt. His knee is definitely botherhing him.
Spurs fans want us to lose
by jasonmicron on Apr 30, 2009 1:04 PM EDT
on The Dream Shake
According to a recent poll over at poundingtherock.com, more Spurs fans want us to lose to Portland - or at least want Portland to win the Championship (laughable).
That's kind of messed up. When the Rox get knocked out of the playoffs I usually cheer on the Spurs.
If any Spurs fans here are reading this, you must explain yourselves.
Oh well, hopefully we will smack those poll results around tonight when we take Game 6 with a score of 95-87.
Why I want the Rockets to face Utah in Round 2
by jasonmicron on Apr 27, 2009 11:01 PM EDT
on The Dream Shake
I know we will probably face the Lakers. They are about to start their game in Los Angeles. It upsets me.
Not only because I think we could take Utah this year in a 7 game series, but because I still want vengeance for this, the last time we ever passed the 1st round in the playoffs:
I demand vengeance!
Utah has also knocked us out of no less than the last 4 / 7 of our playoff series.
If this were the NFL, I would demand blood. However, this is just the NBA, something which apparently only I and those of you that I converse with online find relevant, which is sad.
As such, I find it a sad duty tonight to cheer on Utah. I find if very difficult.
On a positive note, Boozer is a great player, however Utah will suffer greatly when they lose him next year. And at least I can get some giddiness out of that outcome.
F*CK YOU UTAH
WHAT was up with the outside shooting vs. Memphis?
by jasonmicron on Feb 4, 2009 10:42 PM EST
on The Dream Shake
With 4 minutes left and down as much as we were, why were we opting to shoot outside 3's? WHY? We have the best center in the damn league. We have the best chances for offensive shots in the paint. We were down by what, 6 with 3-4 minutes left?
WHY were we shooting from the outside???? Why weren't we utilizing the top center in the league?
And to top it all off, WHY did we lose to yet another mediocre team??
I'm thinking if we don't get out of the first round this season it is time for Adleman to go. He's been making piss-poor decisions from the coaching bench all season (pulling Wafer out against the Lakers when he's red-hot??)
Sorry, I'm just really pissed after tonights loss to Memphis. There was no reason for this loss.
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