Looking forward to seeing the kids play tomorrow, Chandler can shoot if given the opportunity to find his rhythm, and Morris has good footwork for a big, if he’s allowed to step off the bench and into the game.
Hawks were a solid athletic team without Bibby, a better team with him, because Bibby is the kind of guard who gets his teammates going.
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Chandler will start and there’s no reason why Morris shouldn’t get into the game. The Knicks aren’t going anywhere so why not showcase the young players? I like Chandler’s game and think Chandler and Morris were two of Thomas’ good moves. The problem with Thomas is that he makes good moves then never plays those players, so they really don’t look like good moves.
How is anyone to judge if Chandler, Morris and Balkman are good players if for the most part the get burried on the bench? This is the case of Thomas’ coaching decisions hurting his GM signings and draft picks.
I just made a Jackass out of Trane on Hahns blog! Trane basically said I was lying about Mark Jackson
calling the Knicks fans “Rats on a sinking ship” he stated it was Richardson saying “The ship be sinking”
which was true but a different time period, I told him to look it up. He told me he didn’t have to…he cited it!
Well here’s the link to prove it, Note the date is on the extreme left hand upper corner 1989,
This is the reason Mark Jackson will never Coach the Knicks!
http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=950DEEDE1239F937A25756C0A96F948260&sec=&spon=&pagewanted=2
His arrogent ass is silent now! As it should be! LOL
OK Guys we are regestered as a group called Knicksdefense, password=Defenders!
Here’s the Link:
http://tournament.fantasysports.yahoo.com/
We are Regesterd as Knicksdefense in the Yahoo Bracket, Group name Defenders! Here’s the link and lets kick ASS!
http://tournament.fantasysports.yahoo.com/
Knick Storylines
Regarding David Lee’s development and recent exposure as a starter.
http://www.northjersey.com/sports/knicks/16721606.html
http://www.nypost.com/seven/03162008/sports/knicks/lee_making_strides_102248.htm
The stalled development of the Renaldo Balkman (Thank you very much Monty)!
http://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/ny-spknix165616069mar16,0,856706.story
Wilson Chandler and Randolph Morris’s opportunities for playing time
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketball/knicks/2008/03/16/2008-03-16_big_chance_for_knicks_young_duo.html
This could be a great week for us to gain some ground, Check it:
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Disaster. Neck up. Pitiful. Gone mad! I have hundreds of metaphors that sum up our heroes season. My “We Got This” mantra has changed to “We Got Gypped”!!! What a farce!! Talk about missing the boat!!! This forgetable season is thankfully ending soon. I cannot begin to express my embarrassment for all who love this team. The MSM is having a ball. Local, national, international to name them all. Everyone has a replacement in place. Who cares what those sadistic, poor forecasting, no knowledge, venom spewing embesils say, write or think. Most are the same idiots who tried to run Eli Manning and Coach Coughlin out of town. Changes are coming and they are warranted. The change must come from Mr. James Dolan. Period. He must do the same for the Knicks as he has done with the Rangers and not panic as he did to ruin this year and allow his executives to manage. Mr. Thomas must then practice what he preaches because he has done a ridiculously poor job this year coaching. He has improved the team’s fiscal deficit but his management of players has been abysmal. We will get a top 5 player who will have a instant impact in 09. We must rid ourselves of the James, jerome of course, Jefferies and God bless him, Malik Rose. Billy King got axed prematurely and look at the Sixers? Rolling and beating the best consistently!!!!! With Kids!!!! Zeke, that should be our Knickerbockers!!!!!!!!!!!! Stop the madness and play the kids. They can ball. Chandler is the real deal. Morris is a keeper. I forgot to mention that Curry needs a one wat ticket back to Chi-Town. Balkman, Great Nate, Dlee, Collins should have been getting 30 plus minutes months ago. Fred Jones, QRich are not the future. The kids are. Jamal may stay and Starbury is in the rear view mirror. Zach is trade bait. Blow this up this summer. We cannot remain like this. Dysfunctional. Get athletes who get after people defensively. Believe it or not defenders, with the right moves, we are not far away from being much better than a 19 win team. Admit your mistakes, buy out the players who haven’t panned out and move forward. This is what Sather did, and what Thomas or his successor should do once this inexplicable ends. I’m out!
Yo Peace,
Good lookin’ on that Rod Strickland link you provided on the last thread..you knew I’d dig that shyt!!
You also knew he was one of my all-time favorite Knicks, and I agree, had we kept him instead of Jax, things would’ve been MUCH different in Knicks’ lore.
@ Cooley,
I remember Sam Young from Friendly HS..I used to follow them closely. Sam was a straight beast in HS!! It’s amazing how his game transformed from a dude that basically overpowered folks to the skilled player he’s become. He does it all now…puts it on the floor, makes excellent decisions, and can even step out and hit the three. His performance was definitely worthy of the MVP. Can’t overlook the heady and clutch contributions of Pitt’s “NYC backcourt”, Ramon and Fields, the later being as tough as nails….the prototypical NYC pg.
I really think he’s improved his draft stock to a late first rounder/early second rounder…he’s that good!!
My son used to play AAU ball with one of Sam’s HS teamates, pg Trevan Jackson, whose pops coached the squad. Man, talk about a basketball mind….
@ Peace, post #2,
Tman strikes me as an honorable cat…seems like an apology is due from him, a retraction at the very minimum.
@ Vic,
I agree wholeheartedly…great post. That pretty well summed it up.
Trane issued me an apology once, when I had him stood corrected.
Honorable cat, but he retreated to the fix.
Yep, excellent post Vic. Great stuff O&B.
I just got Peace’s personal invitation to join the group. All interested parties should advise KnicksD whether they are interested in supplying their address to Peace. I can’t speak for KD, but he has always takin’ the time to hook up Defenders who are interested in making the connection, but it takes a little time to do so I suggest you get him the info ASAP since tonight is the big bracket night. My invitation was individualized so I don’t believe their is a problem concerning mass distribution to spammers.
Clemson shows its stuff tonight.
Knicks show us stuff tonight. LGK.
@ Bronxboy,
it was TRANE not Tman….Tman is a baller, Trane is a wimp!
BTW could you forward your email address to Knicksdefense along with
Harlem, Steady, Cooley and whoever wants in the Free 5 mill yahoo Big Dance tourney?
I have to send you an invite via email to join the Group “Knicksdefense” and this blog should be jumping tonight
when the bracket comes out!!!!!! Also I can’t wait till 1:00 when Clemson plays NC for the CHIP!
Go Clemson!!!!!!
Bronx MD,
Re #7, there’s a BIG difference between Tman and any order cloaked character with the T in their handle. Tman definitely strikes me as an honorable character. I refer to him as Coach. He’s a Shakespearian–a quiet man. Now the other kat at the other place–he’s “Lookin’ for Love in All the Wrong Places”. To his credit, I do recall the incident reported by our Orange & Blue.
VicBit,
Hang around. We need all the positivities to get us through to 2009. There’s a script and even the MSM are beginning to make veiled references to the one played out by Monty. There’s a plan and blueprint that Monty and JamesD know about. We, the loyal fans, are on the outside and just bloggin’. This scenario calls for steadiness. Steady as JD goes.
Good AM Defenders,
Let me go on record today in full support of the owners of the NYK. I recall being so upset with the Boss over the Howard Spira and Winfield scenario and the reggie Jackson departure before that. I healed and forgave as Winfield did. Reggie is now in pinstripes and on the ear of the ownership regularly. My forgiveness was rewarded multi-fold when A-Rod was brought back for the end of the run. Any time an owner is willing to $buck-up like a Baby-Boss, Dolan, Cuban, Buss then as a fan I must be satisfied. And when a flagship franchise hires (gender and ethnic) minorities for top jobs then you can’t criticize judgement. The Baby-Boss has Asians, Blacks, Hispanics (a son-in-law) and women in top slots. They kept the horses that brought the chips. They can take that 3 AM call because they’ve got good judgement. Not to be un-Steady but should JamesD move IT, I will be Steady as JD goes. Monty can go back to salty nuts and toffee kernels–he’ll be OK. And NY will always be King of the F’n hill.
KFLL
This is my favorite time of the year!!!! HOOP HEAVEN!!!!!
Guys get your emails to knicksdefense t0 forward!
So far our group is Lives, KnicksD and Me! Man UP Defenders!
Davonn you in?????
What am I supposed to do once in? You can see from the last post that I was looking for MBeasley in a Kansas game as opposed to a K-State game. I guess my “non-covetousness” never allowed me to follow the College Game–the last true remnants of pure, un-scripted, and highly competitive bball. I really don’t see where I can add value to the exercise other than be like Rose or James from the bench (LOL). I can waive some cyber towels and issue smiley faces.
KFLL
Else Peaceman, set-up a yahoo e-mail account today, post it here and then delete it or don’t use it after the tourney is all over. Say–Definsiders@yahoo.com (that’s you with the connect at MSG). That way, you can leave Blogzilla alone to enjoy birdwatching or his favorite pastime today. You know what’s good
Anyone who wants to get down on the $5mil bonanza can get up with ya soonest. Let us know when you get it up and active (sans the blues). 
KFLL
Take out the “Say” part and just do– d e f i n s i d e r s @ y a h o o . c o m
And you know what the “blues” are. Reject, Renounce, Repudiate the blues. Go Ginseng!
KFLL
Good Idea STEADY! People can email me @ PeacemanJR@yahoo.com and I’ll place you in the knicksdefense bracket!
once all email are in I’ll delete this temp email address!
Sorry thats PeacemanJR@Yahoo.com
I dont know why the L keeps coming up? It’s PeacemanJR@yahoo.com
OH it is JR! sorry
Clemson is 12 deep they will wear down NC!!!!
@ Peace,
My bad on the Tman/Trane thingy…I knew it sounded very much out of character for Tman. I’m watching the Clemson/NC game…man, talk about a “clash of the Titans!!” They’re goin’ full-throttle.
I like Clemson’s chances in this type of game. Hell, maybe I just like Clemson anyway…:)
@ Bronxboy
Clemson needs to play more of Olgelsby that white three point shooter!
That kid has the touch and range!!!! Great game so far!
I do believe NC will wear down!
Hansbrough is a beast, no doubt. If he declares, he’ll be a lotto pick.
Olgelsby has area code range…that kid can flat-out shoot. Unfortunately, he’s one of those “diminishing returns” types….
Clemson’s front line goes after it on the offensive boards..they’re very explosive. Mays looks like a late first-rounder.
Good PM Defenders!
@Peaceman
KD knows he has permission to share my data, cause I’m all ABOUT THE CONNECTION. Plus I’ll post it here on the THREAD like I did once before: GACii@comcast.net; Those who reach out come correct and we’ll be on the ONE; but if you SWERVE out of your lane I’m not adverse to breaking you off a LIL HARLEM RIVER SQUIVER SHIVER on your azz…(Peaceman, you’re my Bruh from another Glorious Mother so this does not apply to you), but I got Baygon 9M for the Rodents, and some C4 for your door and there’ll be NO BEEF NO MORE for those that don’t respect the privilege…WARNING
@BRONX
There’s a Lot of great BBALL minds in the COUNTY…As a matter of fact Justin Jack (Jared Jack’s younger bruh played with Sam at Friendly HS). From Coach Butler to Coach Lewis to Coach Martin to Coach Newsome to Coach Lanier, the list goes on and on. PG County continues to produce the WEALTHIEST Bruhs and Sistahs, and them folk have Baby Boys and Girls who can play BBALL & FTBALL at the highest levels LOL LOL…Sam has a PF mentality in a SF body. He has increased his skill level significantly and will DEFINTELY attract serious attention at the next level if he stays in school one more year. HE GOT GAME!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@ TRICKY VIC,
Great post and you always deliver a heartfelt expression regarding your FANSHIP and you always THREAD THE NEEDLE with some reality bits and some understated optimism…Like STEADY As It Goes, I’ve always liked your style and your SWAGGER…
@TMAN,
Your Big O Essay was on the money. Some of the Youngins don’t remember the big time BBALLERS of the 50′s & 60′s or the 70′s for that matter; Walt Bellamy, Gus Johnson, Dave Bing, Dave DeBUSH (BTW Bronx that’s who KLOVE reminds me of)Jerry Lucas, Walt H, Mr. Hudson, RBARRY, Big John WMSON, Mike Warren, Butch KO-MIVES, Kevin Loughery, Gail Goodrich, Cazzie Rus, The Senator (A College BBALL Legend), Fred the Mad Dog, Al Attles, not to mention Willis R, WES UN, Mr.Logo, Elgin, Pearl, Better Bean, Chet Walker, and the Other Walker (Jalen Rose’s Pop) Van Lier, SJONES & Johnny H & BRUSSELL , even funny shooting Don Nelson…TMAN, you need to write a little SERMONNETTE about the BBALLERS that not only paved the way, but Stood for something greater and larger than the GAME…Anybody recall the the Hoopster’s that stood Strong with one of the GREATEST ATHLETES IN ANY GENERATION, by the name of Sir Jim Brown when he called this nation and the Sport’s industry to task in Cleveland?…
Tonight I invite every DEFENDER to put your brackets to side for a few and watch BLACK MAGIC and learn about the McClendon’s and Jobe’s and Bigger Than BIGHOUSE Gaines and ALL of ther legends that had to walk that long RODE OF BBALL LORE…
Lastly Defender’s, Henrietta Wells, the Young Freshman Cutie from Wiley College that was depicted in D Washington’s lastest film ‘The Great Debaters’ passed away on February 27 (What is amazing Defenders, she participated on that Debate team for that ONE YEAR of Glory, because of her circumstances, she had to quit the following year to work). Let’s be thankful for her presence and essence here on earth, and hope that young Men and Women everywhere incorporate in their lives her Reverence for God (her Husband was a long time Minister), Respect for Character, and Her Yearning for Learning…
Speak Truth To Wisdom!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Keep it POPPIN!
Aight Peace…is that an exclamaition point after the JR in your email address?
@ My bruh Cooley…
“Tonight I invite every DEFENDER to put your brackets to side for a few and watch BLACK MAGIC and learn about the McClendon’s and Jobe’s and Bigger Than BIGHOUSE Gaines and ALL of ther legends that had to walk that long RODE OF BBALL LORE…”
Noted…got my set tuned to “autotune” so as not to miss that one.
Also noted on the athletes that hail from the Southern Md area…seems like you can’t watch a game (especially b-ball) and not see 2 or 3 familiar area names (NC with 2 – Marcus Giynard (Oxen Hill) and Ty Lawson(Andrews AFB, Suitland Md))
@BRONX
I’d take Hansborough or KLOVE and ERIC MAYNOR (sign him as a free agent), N8, Chandler, DLEE, RMORRIS, JCRAW, Sign Artest, grab Duhon as my back-up, trade JJEFF and Dullbury and Zach for Kleiza and JSMITH, Draft D Jordan we could go to the playoffs on the regular…Think I’m lying…LOL LOL
Keep it POPPIN!
@ Bronxboy…PeacmanJR@yahoo.com
@BRONX
KDurant and JGreen last year; Hibbert, TLawson, SYoung, TRice, PEwing (lived here and played BBALL @ Nat’l Christian Academy where my youngest attends) ball from the County and will play at the next level…This area has always been a hot bed for BBALL before my time, during my time, in your time, and in this space and time….the DC area’s History is long and well documented, and the COUNTY is seeing the light of Day because of DC Flight to the burbs…
There is a Kid ‘Braswell’ that if he can keep his head tight and the weight down, and stay focused, and let GMONROE at GTOWN get all of the hype, this kid got sweet feet and spin moves like the ‘Pearl’ at 6’8, but his attitude needs adjusting, but JT3 and POP got some Get With It Juice for his azz…Remember you heard it hear first…Now he’s a sleeper…
Keep it POPPIN!
Bronxboy sorry it’s PeacemanJR@yahoo.com
Cooley your in!!!!!
1. Never called you a liar. (Find it.) I only cited the quote people know. 2. I acknowledged the quote I didn’t know. 3. That doesn’t change the fact that your premise is still wrong. That (1) Garden fans remember what Jackson said and (2) would hold it against him. They don’t. And they DO remember what Michael Ray said. Which was my point. Ten out ten people here will remember what Michael Ray said. I doubt 1 out of 5 will remember the Jackson line.
Oh, and BTW — What I wasn’t going to look up was the quote “I” cited. And I said it clearly. You’re so eager for a fight you don’t even read. My post was in reference to what I cited. NOT what you cited. Here is the entire post: “Why would I look it up? I know when it was. I cited it.” I CITED IT. I don’t mind a difference of opinion. But beating your chest over something you misunderstood is a bit much . . . though not uncommon. Keep looking. You’ll get your fight. You tried with “submission error.” But that didn’t work out too well for you either, did it? You’ll try anything. This is tedious.
Cooleyhigh,
Since The Wire went off, Black Magic will help absorb the time slot this week.
There goes poor Trane again, As confused as a hungry baby in a topless bar.
DEEEEEEEEEEEEEE-Fenders
Here we go again.
Can the Kids pull it off?
It’s probably for the best(at this point in the season) that Marbury,Curry and Q(maybe) are out.
We need to see who is worth keeping.
O.K, Steady, play JJames some minutes to see if someone else will wants him (at 5mill a season).
I want to continue will Lee,N8,Chandler and Morris.
The New GM and/or Coach has to shape this rooster.
If it’s
Minus Curry
Minus Marbury
Minus Q
Minus Collins
Minus Rose
Minus James
Minus Jefferies
and think about Zach too.
WE NEED PLAYERS WHO BRING IT EVERY NIGHT!!!!!…..look at Houston minus Yao??????????
The other players are stepping up their games with defense.
I know I am preaching to the Deacons now,but now is the time to start working on next year.
As always………..GO KNICKS!!!
Trane AKA Marquette 07!
You have A Titanic intellect … In a world full of icebergs.
I don’t know what makes you so dumb but it really works,
As you go through life you are going to have many opportunities to keep your mouth shut. Take advantage of all of them.
Bronxboy and Steady Check your emails!
Peace, check your email…
Guys, when you get the invite, step 1 will be to select a bracket, put your handle from this blog in, then
fill out the prompts …but Check diplay your email AND Check you want the Prize money….you will be asked basic info
then you will become a part of the Knicksdefense Bracket, you will see Me, Lives, Cooley and others!
Tonight everyone will have a bracket and we will compete as a group against the Nation!!!!!!
Lives had trouble at first..so holla @ either of us if you run into trouble! Lets KICK ASS!!!!!
Bronxboy and Steady check your emails again!
Bronxboy and Steady re-check your email again!!!!
Man, I love crazy ass Coach Knight. He is definitiely an MSM beater. But he is so serious about his basketball that everybody else, except Digger, sounds like they are walking on egg shells. The laughter sounds stilted. Knight is no joke and he knows his bball better than the “kids” on the dias.
Yeah DLT, this is the time to watch the kids play whether it’s in the NBA or the NCAA.
Bronx and Steady, the only way to join the group is if you get the right link. THe link that directs you to registration and a Yahoo ID will not work. Your link must direct you to a “Join The Group” page. Once their enter the name of your Bracket and fill out the remainder of the questionnaires and you’ll be in. I’ll see you there.
Boy, that winner’s passion is gorgeous. Tiger does it again on the last shot.
I’m in so now what? Steady on the East side!! I always did like Central Park and Tavern on the Green.
KFLL
29-26 Knicks down by 3 …Lets GO KNICKS!!!!
I forgot this game started @ 6:00pm!!!
Anybody else watching??????
Balkman to shoot 2 !
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