Spurs vs. Jazz

Post #1 » by **SD2042** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 7:55 am

vs.

Who: San Antonio Spurs(54-26) vs. Utah Jazz(53-27)
When: Wednesday, April 16th
Where: The AT&T Center in San Antonio, TX
Time: 8:30 PM CST
TV/Radio: ESPN/WAOI 1200 AM
Season Series: Jazz lead 2-1
Team Trivia Connection: Some old school knowledge here: George "Iceman" Gervin holds the record for most points scored against the Utah Jazz from back in April of 1978 when he dropped 63pts in the game.

Spurs Starters

Jazz Starters

Here's the thing here. Either way, the Spurs and Jazz will meet in the first round of the playoffs. However, if the Spurs are to lose tonight, they will lose homecourt advantage and move down to fifth with a tie against Utah. What should the Spurs do?

Ballings7 · Post #2 » by **Ballings7** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 8:12 am

Really? I thought if we win we'll meet Phoenix, but if we lose we face Utah as said.

But yeah, I just have this feeling were going to win this game and go strong into the playoffs. Regardless of the result, I won't ultimately be disappointed.

Post #3 » by **FJS** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 10:42 am

If Spurs win, and Rockets win and Suns win, Spurs vs Phoenix with HCA
Spurs win, rockets win, suns lose, spurs vs Suns with hca
Spurs win, rockets lose, suns win, spurs vs rockets with hca
spurs win, rockets lose, suns lose, spurs vs suns with hca

Spurs lose, rockets win, suns win, vs Jazz without hca
Spurs lose, rockets win, suns lose, vs rockets with hca
Spurs lose, rockets lose, suns win, vs vs Suns without hca
Spurs lose, rockets lose, suns, lose, vs rockets with hca

hca = Home court advantadge

LyMinh · Post #4 » by **LyMinh** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 2:14 pm

Whatever gets us Houston in round 1

Magz50 · Post #5 » by **Magz50** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 2:38 pm

bring it.

Post #6 » by **wizardg** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 3:06 pm

When is the last time the Clippers have won a game. Or at leaast tried to win one. We've put ourselves in a bad spot.

Looks like we have the suns with HCA if Manu plays. But even that's not for sure.
If we lose tonight and drop to 6th and everyone else wins do we get Houston or the suns.

Houston without the HCA would be wonderful. I'd take Houston with all the games in Houston .... lolol

The suns in the 1st round would be tougher than any series we had on the way to the title last year in my humble opinion. The Suns are a matchup nightmare designed to beat us.

Nutty Nats Fan · Post #7 » by **Nutty Nats Fan** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 4:14 pm

So do you guys think Pops will be playing Duncan tonight? Think he cares more about rest or seeding?

Yeah, fantasy question, but if it helps, Duncan has lead my team to the finals and is looking good for a win (especially if he plays).

xstockholmsyndromex · Post #8 » by **xstockholmsyndromex** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 5:38 pm

This game should be an absolute dogfight. This could be a preview of Round 1.....Here's to a good game.

Oh yeah...GO JAZZ!!!

Post #9 » by **jazzfan1971** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 5:48 pm

Let the battle begin.

Shocker00 · Post #10 » by **Shocker00** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 5:58 pm

I don't know if we can beat you guys 5 out of 8 games. Should be an excellent game tonight.

Magz50 · Post #11 » by **Magz50** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 6:33 pm

Looks like Pop wants to sendUtah an early message:

A sign that tonight's season finale against Utah remains significant for the Spurs: Manu Ginobili is expected to play.

Ginobili has missed the past three games with a strained groin, and coach Gregg Popovich vowed to play it safe with his leading scorer. The last thing he wanted was an injured Ginobili heading into the postseason.

After shootaround this morning, Popovich sent word through team spokesman Tom James that Ginobili is likely to give it a go.

We'd guess it didn't take too much convincing from Ginobili.

It's an important game for the Spurs. A victory would make the difference between opening the playoffs at home, or going on the road -- most likely against the Jazz or Suns.

pro2020 · Post #12 » by **pro2020** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 7:15 pm

Ginobili shouldn't play against Utah, not right before the playoffs, they're very physical, but they obviously want home court, so here's to a good game tonight and hopefully a solid win.

Post #13 » by **bleu** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 8:28 pm

I wanna see you guys in the playoffs bad (no offense or anything). If we do meet in the playoffs than it's gonna be a damn good series. Anyways, as far as tonight goes, good luck to you guys.

Blame Rasho · Post #14 » by **Blame Rasho** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 8:40 pm

Whatever happens I am sure that Pop will have the the team ready. I don't want to lose given that we have the ungodly streak vs Utah and that it is a huge mental hurdle for them to overcome. I mean they couldn't even beat us without TD the last game in SA.

Post #15 » by **SD2042** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 9:10 pm

I rather see the Spurs win tonight to keep home court advantage. With that in mind, bring the noise tonight and whoever they have to face in round 1 of the playoffs. Bring the noise to their door, knock it down, get those 4 "Ws" and keep going forward.

DBMethos · Post #16 » by **DBMethos** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 10:26 pm

Seedings be damned. I want to end this regular season with a W!

CITYOFANGELSX3 · Post #17 » by **CITYOFANGELSX3** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 11:38 pm

I wanna see spurs/suns dammit!!!

Duiz · Post #18 » by **Duiz** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 12:19 am

Utah is coming to harrass you.. crazy.

That Nicka · Post #19 » by **That Nicka** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 1:32 am

I'm rooting for you San Antonio!

johnnyjohnnyjohnny · Post #20 » by **johnnyjohnnyjohnny** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 1:53 am

Good start, we came out with a purpose.

It's still early, though. Very early.