Clippers vs. Heat

Post #1 » by **SD2042** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:39 am

vs.

Who: Los Angeles Clippers(16-18) vs. Miami Heat(18-16)
When: Sunday, January 10th
Where: STAPLES CENTER in Los Angeles, CA
Time: 12:30 PM PST
TV/Radio: FSNPT/980 AM
Season Series: First Meeting
Overall History: Heat lead 27-15
Team Trivia: Miami forward Quentin Richardson was drafted by the Clippers in the first round (18th overall) of the 2000 NBA Draft and played in 281 games and averaged 12.0 points from
2000-2004.

Clippers Manifesto

1. Come out the gates with energy.
2. The Heat are a tough rebounding bunch. The Clips have to win the battle of the boards in order to keep their winning chances on their side.
3. Take smart shots and slash to the post to draw fouls. ( Make FTs count)
4. Be aggressive on the defensive end. Isolate the Heat from Wade. Make him take the Heat's scoring load. Force the others into a bad shooting night.

Clippers Starters

Heat Starters

donemilio21 · Post #2 » by **donemilio21** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 9:19 am

Its gonna be very interesting to see how Gordon does against one of the leagues best, Dwayne Wade. I hope we get our first 4 game streak of the season.

Post #3 » by **mkwest** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 10:25 am

Very important game for the Clips. It's a test to show where we truly stand and if the Clippers can build on their recent victories. Baron will have to be on his game with Bassy being doubtful due to a sore right groin.

cinnamon · Post #4 » by **cinnamon** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 4:26 pm

We have the players capable of dominating the boards in this game.
I hope they are feeling the energy and passion and drive to bring the W about.

clipperfan4life · Post #5 » by **clipperfan4life** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 6:15 pm

I'm gonna be there rooting for the Clippers! Let's hope we go on a 4 win streak

Post #6 » by **SD2042** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 7:51 pm

Hopefully the Clips will play well in the game. The Heat will be coming in with a confident win over the Suns from the other night. A four game win streak will definately hlp in the Clips favor into the new year.

JJ LoDuca · Post #7 » by **JJ LoDuca** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 7:59 pm

Oh jeez, I almost forgot about this game! Playoff football can be so distracting. I just hope the Clippers don't get a big head after that win against the lakers....gotta come out strong, and keep the pressure on 'em. Go Clips!

DangerCurtis · Post #8 » by **DangerCurtis** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:04 pm

Gordon has been earning his paycheck lately: Roy, Bryant, and Wade. The league's three top shooting guards in back to back to back games.

Post #9 » by **SD2042** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:17 pm

JJ LoDuca wrote:Oh jeez, I almost forgot about this game! Playoff football can be so distracting. I just hope the Clippers don't get a big head after that win against the lakers....gotta come out strong, and keep the pressure on 'em. Go Clips!

The Pats are losing pretty bad. I had them to win, but it would be tough. The Ravens ain't playing around on defense. Sending blitz packages @ Tom Brady left and right.

PlinkingPanda · Post #10 » by **PlinkingPanda** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:31 pm

This game is too early. I didn't want to get out of bed until later.

ClipperDomination · Post #11 » by **ClipperDomination** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:53 pm

Love the tempo of this game. Baron is taking control of the pace of the game, something we never could have imagined happening under Dunleavy,

But what I really liked so far is Kaman. Not necessarily his scoring punch so far, but his leadership (dare I say it?!). Gordon touch fouls D-Wade and gets real frustrated with the call. Who's the first person to go straight to him and calm him down with some advice? Kaman! I'm thoroughly impressed.

PlinkingPanda · Post #12 » by **PlinkingPanda** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:58 pm

grrr. anyone got a stream? Nothing is up atm.

ClipperDomination · Post #13 » by **ClipperDomination** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:58 pm

OH MY GOD RASUAL! So close to posterizing Haslem.

Post #14 » by **mkwest** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 9:04 pm

Pandam00nium wrote:This game is too early. I didn't want to get out of bed until later.

I'll be taking a nap following the game.

PlinkingPanda · Post #15 » by **PlinkingPanda** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 9:05 pm

mkwest wrote:
Pandam00nium wrote:This game is too early. I didn't want to get out of bed until later.

I'll be taking a nap following the game.

Goooo lazy people! :party:

and um.. Clippers too.

ClipperDomination · Post #16 » by **ClipperDomination** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 9:05 pm

Love the franetic pace. 8 fast break points so far.

manohman · Post #17 » by **manohman** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 9:07 pm

Looks like we're off to a solid start. Too bad there aren't any streams available so I have to deal with the boxscore :-?

PlinkingPanda · Post #18 » by **PlinkingPanda** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 9:07 pm

ClipperDomination wrote:Love the franetic pace. 8 fast break points so far.

I see from the play by play that we're getting to the basket a lot.

Got a nice little lead at the moment, but let's hope we stay aggressive throughout the game.

Post #19 » by **mkwest** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 9:10 pm

Nice fakeout by Gordon to draw the foul on Beasley.

ClipperDomination · Post #20 » by **ClipperDomination** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 9:10 pm

Pandam00nium wrote:
ClipperDomination wrote:Love the franetic pace. 8 fast break points so far.

I see from the play by play that we're getting to the basket a lot. Got a nice little lead at the moment, but let's hope we stay aggressive throughout the game.

Yes, most points are coming from inside, since we have the size advantage.

Gordon just drew a 2nd foul on Beasley to end the first. Veteran play from a young guy.

30-20 end of 1. Love the pace, and D-Wade was nowhere to be found (knock on wood).