joec32033 wrote:

gradyandrew wrote:Kind of crazy the cheers the Knicks were getting during the game. I was surprised the announcers didn't make a bigger deal about it. Brunson had multiple MVP chants throughout the game. Knicks were able to feed off the crowd.

The announcers were pro Philly the whole game. In the first quarter when -I think-Brunson got fouled and the announcer said he only saw "marginal contact" I knew what we were in for.

Jefferson and Ruocco are just really bad. They are like the D team.

nycericanguy wrote:

DLeethal wrote:

nycericanguy wrote:

DLeethal wrote:We might have found something with Precious and then with OG guarding Embiid with some sharp doubles. Late defense was amazing.

The starting lineup has gotten exposed every game so far. They just don’t match well 5v5 against this team. Not sure if the move is to change it or not because next series could be completely different.

DDV had a great year but I'm not convinced he's a starting 2 guard on a contender. His shot diet shrinks against tight defenses and on defense you cant get away with all the gambling he does during the season anymore.

Its not me hating but I just feel he's better suited in a 26mpg type role and off the bench.

Deuce has been better on both ends.

I mean KCP started on a title team last year. DDV is a good fit there especially with Randle. He will have his time and next round is gonna be much more offensive-focused series.

DDV’s back to back 3s were huge and has the signature shot of the series. I’m not going beyond our starting 5 not matching up well with theirs in this series.

i really think we are a title contender this season even without Randle.

but if there's one position we could upgrade this summer its the starting 2.

KCP is just a bigger, stronger defender. he's always been a 30+mpg guy. DDV will have his moments for sure, he already has in G2! but on a game to game basis can he defend well enough? b/c if the 3 isn't falling or if he's struggling to get them off his value is really limited.

It’s all matchups, most of the time Hart and OG are gonna take the tougher assignments anyway.

Our defense, spacing, shooting, passing and general IQ goes up without Randle.

if we can find a stud SF or PF, OG can play with either.

NYKBocker wrote:

nycericanguy wrote:I low key said we might be better without Randle and I'm not seeing anything to disprove it yet.

Our defense, spacing, shooting, passing and general IQ goes up without Randle.

if we can find a stud SF or PF, OG can play with either.

I think Julius is fine. We need a SG to complete it

yea he's fine, just felt getting back OG and Mitch was more important and still do. we can win with those 2 back, but if it was Randle and no OG/Mitch I wouldn't feel the same.

nycericanguy wrote:I low key said we might be better without Randle and I'm not seeing anything to disprove it yet.

Our defense, spacing, shooting, passing and general IQ goes up without Randle.

if we can find a stud SF or PF, OG can play with either.

Rethink games 1&2 and how Brunson played. And then overall when the Knicks struggle.

You need another guy who can take over offense or that has gravity. This leads to everyone being better.

This series is a cakewalk with Randle at full speed and that’s the difference.

martin wrote:

nycericanguy wrote:I low key said we might be better without Randle and I'm not seeing anything to disprove it yet.

Our defense, spacing, shooting, passing and general IQ goes up without Randle.

if we can find a stud SF or PF, OG can play with either.

Rethink games 1&2 and how Brunson played. And then overall when the Knicks struggle.

You need another guy who can take over offense or that has gravity. This leads to everyone being better.

This series is a cakewalk with Randle at full speed and that’s the difference.

nycericanguy wrote:

martin wrote:

nycericanguy wrote:I low key said we might be better without Randle and I'm not seeing anything to disprove it yet.

Our defense, spacing, shooting, passing and general IQ goes up without Randle.

if we can find a stud SF or PF, OG can play with either.

Rethink games 1&2 and how Brunson played. And then overall when the Knicks struggle.

You need another guy who can take over offense or that has gravity. This leads to everyone being better.

This series is a cakewalk with Randle at full speed and that’s the difference.

we def need another scorer long term, but it doesn't have to be Randle.

I think winning G1 and 2 without Randle and with brunson struggling only proves how good our role players are and how much they are all on the same page.

Does Randle step up in those games? and if he doesnt does he still get back on D and hustle? thats the bigger issue. We are winning with a team full of grit and hustle. Harts, OG's, Duece, we NEVER see those guys take plays off. Sorry but I've seen Randle do it a ton even in the playoffs when he gets frustrated.

You have forgotten about Prime Randle.

He ain’t all NBA by mistake

- Jalen = Black Jesus
- OG and Precious to the rescue —- BOTH SO BIG TODAY!
- DEUCE
- Donte big shots late
— Josh —- WHAT A GAMER

DUD - I-Hart - not sure what he was doing/thinking today but hope bounce back

Alpha1971 wrote:Instead of talking about who we should get this off season why not enjoy this win ?? Be in the moment.

im traumatized and its so hard to admit we may just have all the pieces already but this team can beat anyone.

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