NBA

[auffant1]

As I feel there is a lack of basketball on this forum I think we should start a discussion thread all about basketball and the NBA and anything relating to basketball.

So to start it off what's everyone's thoughts on Rajon Rondo's recent torn ACL injury.

I for one feel it is bitter sweet. He is a fantastic player and such great PG. Also he made the starting line up for the East Allstars so it's a shame he won't be able to play. But also it is a plus for everyone other team. When playing the Celtics each team has a nice advantage without Rondo being there. No triple-doubles for him . Also to go along with Rondo's injury what's your thoughts on the Celtics now that they don't have their star PG?

I know there are basketball fans out there, @Deeanoo; @Markokas; help me out.

[:Markster:]

Well as far as the Celtics go, they're not gonna make it too far in the playoffs anyway. As far as the second half of the season goes after the allstar break it will be interesting to see who Doc will put as the new PG. I think they will still provide a good competition though with KG and PP and obvsly the Jet still playing the veteran game and Bradley and Lee picking up on Rondo's position.

[auffant1]

Well as far as the Celtics go, they're not gonna make it too far in the playoffs anyway. As far as the second half of the season goes after the allstar break it will be interesting to see who Doc will put as the new PG. I think they will still provide a good competition though with KG and PP and obvsly the Jet still playing the veteran game and Bradley and Lee picking up on Rondo's position.

True cause you still have allstar KG but you got to admit no one can produce like Rondo.

[Deeanoo]

New York Knicks All The Way

[Tunechix]

I think that the Celtics are going to struggle a lot due to Rondo's absence. Rondo made the game very easy for the veterans KG and Paul Pierce. Now they're going to have to work a lot more plus the fact they're still ageing. Some from the bench is going to have step up. It could be either Courtney Lee, Leandro Barbosa, or even the Jet itself. I dont think Terry is going to have any success soon because he is still adapting to this new team for this season. Reporters say that they are going to have to trade someone like Paul Pierce but I doubt it. I want to see PP retire as a Celtic. Now talking about ACL injuries, Rose is almost back He has 15 extra pounds of muscle, hes turned into a jump shooter and says hes going to be a brand new typr of player that he doesnt even know how is going to turn out. Lets see what happens

[auffant1]

I highly doubt KG or PP would be traded. They are the Celtics team and the centerpieces, I wouldn't be suprised if they both retire as Celtics.

So on to a new topic, the Golden State Warriors. They beat the Raptors last night by 12 and Bogut is back! Tbh this is scary, they are already a great team with Curry and Lee (27-17) and now that they have a big defensive player who can play offense, the potential is off the charts. Thoughts?

Read the article: http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=400278379

[:Markster:]

Well, not gonna lie, the Raptors aren't the best team in the NBA. I think that what's a bigger topic for discussion as far as the Warriors go is Curry's ankle sprain to an already troubled foot. Will coach play him next game against the Cavs or will he give Curry some time to rest... Going back to the Celtics for a second, they sure showed what they're capable of in the game against Miami 2OT win by 2 so yeah...

[auffant1]

I wouldn't say Curry will be out for long if at all. We will have to see in the upcoming days.

[auffant1]

A really impressive win for Golden State last nigh. The beat the Cavs even without their should be Allstat Steph Curry. The Warriors just look better and better each night.

[:Markster:]

Well gotta mention that Irving was ill also, but yeah a great effort from the Warriors can't wait to see how long it's gonna last. Klay Thompson with them 32 points though, great shooting night for him. Also in other news, gotta love them game winning buzzer beaters @Blazers Aldridge making it happen there