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A win by 31 points...

Not a good sign for the Spurs I say

Can't we get a close game in this series? ](*,)

WOW! Well uh the series surd did do a 180. Pistons were just out playing Spurs in everyway possible and just like the first two games where Pistons werent playing so hot and being clumsy, Spurs are doing the samething in games 3 & 4. The series thus far is dissapointing considering whenever one team is hot the other isnt thus leading to mediocre games being played. Spurs need to shake it off and come back strong.

WOW! Well uh the series surd did do a 180. Pistons were just out playing Spurs in everyway possible and just like the first two games where Pistons werent playing so hot and being clumsy, Spurs are doing the samething in games 3 & 4. The series thus far is dissapointing considering whenever one team is hot the other isnt thus leading to mediocre games being played. Spurs need to shake it off and come back strong.

I really think the Pistons were simply tired and shell shocked coming off the Miami series in those first two games. They didn't look like themselves at all... they looked tired and lazy. These last two games look like the Pistons I have been watching for the past couple years (high defensive intensity). Ben Wallace really came alive and is giving Duncan fits. Duncan shot 5-17 tonight, following his 5-15 in game 2.

I think SA is in trouble, unless they make some major adjustments. They look frustrated and confused. They're turning the ball over way too much, and not causing enough TO on defense... The Pistons only had 3 turnovers to the Spurs 17.

Despite the blowouts, we have a good series on our hands. I think we're looking at a game 7, and an exciting end to the series.

The past 2 games and this sunday game NEVER HAPPENED!
Spurs will END it at home. :-)

So, you're not sticking with your Spurs in 4 or 5 prediction, eh?

Well obviously, if they do end it, it HAS to be at home...

I agree with Revolutions.... It will end for the Spurs at home - with a loss. Perhaps Duncan will cry like he nearly did at the end of this last game. He looked like a child that didn't get what he wanted for Christmas.

Spurs playing like crap 3 games in a row? I dont think so.

It appears that the Spurs can no longer handle the Pistons, and I haven't seen anything in the last two games to make me believe they can win in Detroit - or win another game. They've been outscored in the last 7 quarters and lost both games by a combined 54 points. If the Spurs get humiliated again in game 6, this series will be over.

My pick of the Pistons to win in 6 games is still a distinct possibility. Get your signature space warmed up for me, Kill!!!

Spurs had a really horrible game & Pistons had a really good one, it happens. It just wasnt their day, it was Pistons day though, what like 7 players in double digits? How many times is that gonna happen for them? Just this once, just you wait and see you shall be bowing down to me you slut!!!

:laugh: Even with the millions of mistakes Spurs made, they still came out on top. Duncan f'ed up big time, but the god that is Robert Horry comes out at the end like he always does to save the Spurs, he's a gift from heaven :worthy:

Let's all say farewell to the Pistons, nah nah nahnah, hey hey, goodbye \:D/

They arent winning 2games in San Antonio no way [-(

"Lucky" doesn't even begin to describe the Spurs overtime win last night. But, props to Horry who singlehandedly saved the Spurs from certain doom. He was amazing. And, besides Chauncey Billups, I thought the Pistons played terribly... Richard Hamilton looked like shit and blew the game for them countless times.

I also wouldn't call the series over just yet. The Pistons have been down 3-2 twice in the past two years, only to come back and win the series. They're hands down the best team with their backs against the wall. They only need to win game 6, and then it's a single game, winner takes all.

I think the Pistons have Duncan and Ginobili's number... they've both had lackluster games for 3 games in a row... that's not a coincidence.

And, is there anybody left (namely DP07) who honestly still believes that Phoenix is a better team than the Pistons? If so, you simply do not know basketball.

Man... Both teams played horrible last night, you have to admit. Yeah, the only thing that saved the Spurs was Horry. Duncan looked terrible... everytime I watched him at the line it seemed like he missed every free throw...

27 points and 19 rebounds (8 offensive) are pretty good, and Ginobili was slashing and dishing out to open players even though he didn't shoot well, so I wouldn't say Pistons have Duncan and Ginobili's numbers. And I certainly wouldn't call the game lucky for the Spurs. Detroit was lucky to even get to overtime, benefit of Duncan's miscues done the stretch. By the end, the better team for this particular game won.

Duncan referred to his own performance as a "nightmare" in game 5... missing 6 of 7 free thows in the last quarter, missing a tip in at the end of regulation, and giving up a some key turnovers. His final points total is misleading, as even Duncan would tell you.

In previous finals appearances agains the Knicks and New Jersey, Duncan averaged 27.4 ppg. Against Detroit he is shooting 40% for the series and is averaging 19.6 ppg. Detroit has harassed Duncan better than any other team in the finals. That's why I say Detroit owns Duncan... his shot percentage and ppg is well below his normal level.

Quite frankly, whoever won the game 5 should consider themselves "lucky". As Larry Brown said, it's one of those games you hate to see either team lose. Winning a game on a last second 3 point shot is lucky. If Detroit had won, they'd have been lucky that Duncan missed a simple tip in. Detroit was up by 4 with about 1 minute to go in overtime and missed two easy shots themselves. No matter how you look at it, that game could have gone either way.

I'm not taking anything away from San Antonio... they are a GREAT team, and hands down the best team the Pistons have faced in the playoffs over the past two years. Despite the blowouts early on, it's an incredibily even matchup, while SA is leading 3-2, Detroit has outscored SA 438-427 in the 5 games.

I fully expect Detroit to win game 6, and look forward to a game 7 between these teams.

Just for fun, here's who I think are the "heroes" and "goats" through game 5 of this year's finals...

Heroes:

Robert Horry - His game 5 performance will go down in history as one of the all time great clutch performances. He may have singlehandedly saved the Spurs championship. With play like that, you can overlook the fact that he only seems to play when the game is on the line.

Chauncey Billups - Last year's MVP has been keeping the Pistons in the series, nearly all by himself. Averaging over 20 ppg and 7 assists.

Bruce Bowen - A defensive wizard that may not make a lot of noise on the offensive side (with the exception of an ocassionaly 3 pointed), but he has owned Richard Hamilton, who has been reduced to shooting sub-40% and had lackluster games. Bowen also did an excellent job on Billups at the end of game 5 forcing him to miss a jump shot and layup that would have won the game for Detroit.

Ben Wallace - After a quiet Miami series in which he had the tough task of guarding Shaq, Wallace has come alive and sparked the Pistons in their two wins at home, and kept them in game 5 with his tenacious defense. Has had a double double (points & rebounds) in the last 3 games.


Goats:

Tony Parker - Getting torched by Chauncey Billups. Parker has a pitiful total of 18 assists in 5 games. His defense on Billups was so bad in game 5, that Spurs had use Ginobili and then ultimately Bowen on Billups. Parker was also torched by Jason Kid a few years back, and has had difficulty matching the elite point guards when it counts.

Rasheed Wallace - Inexplicably left Horry wide open to take the final 3 point in game 5. The Detroit media and fans have been calling for his head, and if the Pistons lose he'll likely shoulder a fair portion of the blame. He is averaging a less than stellar 13 ppg. On the good side, Sheed has played some excellent defense on Duncan, but that's simply not enough to overcome his obvious shortcomings this series.

Rip Hamilton - See Bowen's above... has largely disappeared in the finals and can not compete with Bowen's physicality. Missed potential game winning shot in game 5 against a weak defender - Tony Parker.

San Antonio's bench - Going into the series was supposed to be head's and tails better than the Pistons, but not showing it in this series. Largely has been outplayed by the Pistons bench (McDyess and Hunter)

On the fence:

Tim Duncan - His stats aren't embarrasing, but below his normal. Has not been sharp in clutch moments. Was bailed out by Big Shot Bob in game 5. A lackluster game 6 and 7 from him would leave him on the goat side of things.

Tayshaun Prince - Before game 5, he would be a definite "goat". However his big shots and rebounds at the end of game 5, nearly won it for the Pistons. His brief appearance as a clutch player could dig him out of the hole, depending on the next 2 games.

Manu Ginobili - Had brilliant performances in game 1 and 2, but largely disappeared in Detroit, including a game in which he had more turnovers than points (game 3) followed by a game 4 that had nearly the same result. Played better in game 5, but still just a shell of what we saw in the first two games. A solid game 6 (and/or game 7) with a Spurs win would throw him into the "hero" category.

\:D/

As I predicted... we're heading for a game 7! Spurs have lost 3 of the last 4 games, and the only one they won was on a last second shot by Horry. As this series goes on, it is clearly favoring the Pistons. I say the Spurs are in trouble in game 7, and current momentum favors the Pistons.

So I predict a blow out for game 7...

don't know by whom, cause I don't wanna jinx anything... but a blowout none the less...

Where did DP07 go. I am curious if he still thinks Phoenix is a better team than Detroit, or that Detroit is undeserving of their title and their accomplishments?

It's my opinion that even if they lose game 7 (they won't), they have proven they are a tough team that deserves everything they got.

Also I'd like to point out that all the starters will be back for the Pistons next year, they are well under the salary cap (they can add a few more key players), AND they are still a very young team - all of the starters are about 25 years old. Clearly they are a dynasty in the making and will be contending for the title for a long time to come.

if Spurs lose game 7 i will eat my kids.

Stick a fork in the Spurs, they're done. You may want to warm the oven.

They haven't convincingly won a game since game 2, and Duncan looks utterly horrible under pressure. None of the Spurs big players have ANY game 7 experience... Duncan, Ginobili, Parker, and their Coach (Popovich) have never been in a game 7. This will be the Pistons 3rd game 7 in the past 2 years (they won both of the previous) and they are 10-0 in elimination games in the past 2 years. Home court means nothing in this situation, experience is key.

Throw all those stats away we got Eva and she'll win us the game. :razz:

That explains why Tony Parker is playing like crap... he's too distracted by Eva. He's got just about as many turnovers as he does assists... sure, she is hot, but he needs to quit looking into the stands and concentrate on the game!

On another note, I think this will go down as one of the best finals in history. Despite the 4 blowouts to start, the last 3 should be remembered for a long, long time. There's a lot of storylines to be finished... Can Duncan redeem himself? Can Rasheed redeem himself? Can the Pistons further cement their legacy as the best "never say die team"? Can the Spurs pull off their 3rd championship in 7 years? Can Popovich knock off his former mentor, Brown? It should be an exciting conclusion!

And, a last note... did anybody else find it incredibily stupid of the town of San Antonio to plan the victory parade for Thursday (before game 6 was played)? The Pistons thrive off shit like that, and put that on their chalk board before the game for motivation.