GAME #70: GRIZZ (43-27) @ LAC (39-30)—FRI 3/21 7:30 PM, NBA-TV

esqtvd · Post #1 » by **esqtvd** » Thu Mar 20, 2025 8:36 pm

Clippers coming off a huge win against the EC-leading Cavs and TWO WHOLE DAYS of rest!

As for the Grizz...

clipperlover wrote:We have Memphis next. They can be challenging, but they haven't beaten a team that currently has a winning record since Feb 2.

Are the Clippers finally hitting the playoffs whole and hot? Kawhi has been planning it that way, I think, pacing himself all year. The Cleveland game was his best and most active on both ends of the floor.

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Ballings7 · Post #2 » by **Ballings7** » Fri Mar 21, 2025 12:48 am

Yep. Good segment there.

I think the Clips are starting to lock in most recently. New pieces are settling in more.. I think Kawhi knows its time -- like, he can't go out for a stretch now unless its just a major issue.

I'd be surprised if they lose 2 of the next 3.

The Knicks and Grizz games should be wins. Not expecting a win against the Thunder, but who knows.. I still don't buy them as title contenders :shrug:

KL2 · Post #3 » by **KL2** » Fri Mar 21, 2025 5:57 pm

We have no excuse losing this game if Bane is out too.

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KL2 · Post #4 » by **KL2** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 12:50 am

Man. Hope all will be well with whatever his family is going through right now.

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KL2 · Post #5 » by **KL2** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 3:15 am

I hope they continue to leave Kennard open. Seems really smart.

Only down 6 but feels more.

Zu having a rough one tonight. That’ll be upgraded to a flagrant.

KL2 · Post #6 » by **KL2** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 3:38 am

Need to come out with better effort and intensity to start the 3rd.

Zu and Powell having a rough go. Not much from the bench either.

Can’t afford to drop these type of games.

esqtvd · Post #7 » by **esqtvd** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 3:43 am

Down 6 at the half as the Grizz closed with a 13-7 run. We should be OK but Memphis came in scrappin'. Kawhi is still on cruise control on both ends, pacing himself.

That 7-foot Aldama guy [he looks taller] giving us some serious FIBA ball, slicing to the hoop. Somebody got to put a body on him.
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ADD: Clips come out roaring in the 3rd with a 15-2 run. :onfire:

KL2 · Post #8 » by **KL2** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 3:57 am

That’s how they needed to start the 3rd. Keep up the energy and intensity and put them away. Give the no hope.

Did we really get Bogi and 3 second round picks?

If it’s not Kennard it’s Pippen jr with those killer 3’s.

KL2 · Post #9 » by **KL2** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 4:52 am

Way to come out in the 3rd and never look back. Took care of business.

Big game on Sunday.

esqtvd · Post #10 » by **esqtvd** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 4:56 am

well done

but they made us work for it

Kawhi and Beard played 36 minutes and Zu 34

playaloc916 · Post #11 » by **playaloc916** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 5:04 am

KL2 wrote:That’s how they needed to start the 3rd. Keep up the energy and intensity and put them away. Give the no hope.

Did we really get Bogi and 3 second round picks?

If it’s not Kennard it’s Pippen jr with those killer 3’s.

That Bogi trade could end up being a steal. This is going to sound crazy, but when Bogi handles the ball, he reminds me of a poor man's version of Luka. Quite a versatile player.

Him and Big Zu seem to have chemistry as well.

HardenGoat · Post #12 » by **HardenGoat** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 5:08 am

Bogi is a big addition. He’s oozes competitiveness and has found his 3. He’s the missing ball handler we desperately needed. Harden is on a tear and has turned the clock back as much as he can. I can see Powell getting back to form soon too. Who is going to want to meet us first round?

KingCrimzzon · Post #13 » by **KingCrimzzon** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 5:12 am

Just another outstanding game. Started clunky but they didn't give up defensively. At this point, I feel the Shaw and SVG have this team playing well. I haven't seen any ridiculous small lineups and they aren't being dominated on the boards as a result. Ty can stay out for the year as far as I'm concerned.

Jay555 · Post #14 » by **Jay555** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 5:34 am

KingCrimzzon wrote:Just another outstanding game. Started clunky but they didn't give up defensively. At this point, I feel the Shaw and SVG have this team playing well. I haven't seen any ridiculous small lineups and they aren't being dominated on the boards as a result. Ty can stay out for the year as far as I'm concerned.

Agreed on the Ty comment lol.

Roscoe Sheed · Post #15 » by **Roscoe Sheed** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 5:36 am

KingCrimzzon wrote:Just another outstanding game. Started clunky but they didn't give up defensively. At this point, I feel the Shaw and SVG have this team playing well. I haven't seen any ridiculous small lineups and they aren't being dominated on the boards as a result. Ty can stay out for the year as far as I'm concerned.

Is Stan Van Gundy helping out now too? I didn't know that.

I went to this game and sat in the Halo Zone- great deal overall- came with parking in the west garage, free food and drinks for $350 total (2 tickets) from stubhub.

esqtvd · Post #16 » by **esqtvd** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 6:10 am

in case you were wondering...

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Because Coffey has the only negative plus/minus [-4.0] on the team since the All-Star Break

https://www.nba.com/stats/players/traditional?PerMode=Per100Possessions&SeasonSegment=Post%20All-Star&TeamID=1610612746&dir=A&sort=PLUS_MINUS

Not getting down on him, mind you. He's way outplayed his $4M contract. He's given us a ton of pretty decent minutes [1700, 3rd on the Clippers!] at only a -0.4 per game clip. A real innings eater.

Ballings7 · Post #17 » by **Ballings7** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 12:57 pm

Another good win

Team is looking really good and responding well

Bogdanovic has been big-time, and is in form like he was with Utah but with less burden.

Norm' back is great. Dunn scoring some is always gravy.

PeteyPablo · Post #18 » by **PeteyPablo** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 1:01 pm

I fell asleep during halftime and didn’t even realize it.

I am glad to see a win. Grizzlies were playing all out in that first half.

Clippers seem to know teams will come out strong and just need to hang in there. They did this often last year.
They would turn it up in the second half and win games.

There is a lot of disrespect right now for the Clippers being in the 7/8 spot. Being a Play in team.

Warriors are on a hot streak and I’m waiting for them to lose a couple of games to allow Clippers to gain ground.

Clemenza · Post #19 » by **Clemenza** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 2:53 pm

Big win last night! I want this game against OKC on Sunday. My brain is going to run wild with possibilities of we get that one. This Bogdan trade has worked out perfectly. I was worried at first after he had that 1-12 game, but he's starting to play like he did in the Olympics. Kawhi turning back into Kawhi with that killer midrange game. Please stay healthy! Harden ballin out, Norm back, and Zu turning into top 10/top 5 center.. Let's Go!

-Also hoping ATL can do us a solid and beat Golden State tonight who are without Curry

Clemenza · Post #20 » by **Clemenza** » Sat Mar 22, 2025 3:02 pm

KingCrimzzon wrote:Just another outstanding game. Started clunky but they didn't give up defensively. At this point, I feel the Shaw and SVG have this team playing well. I haven't seen any ridiculous small lineups and they aren't being dominated on the boards as a result. Ty can stay out for the year as far as I'm concerned.

No small ball or weak lineups, more touches for Zu, Bogdan running point and not just standing in the corner waiting on a catch n shoot three, Coffey & Simmons used according to their limitations, etc. Take notes Lue!