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Re: Rockets make statement against Spurs to go 4-1

AR — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 22:25:22 -0000

Great to see Yao was using the hook shots in the game that he learned from Olajuwan after the devastating playoff losses. But sometimes those shots don't fall and he has more good weapons other than that.

Re: Rockets make statement against Spurs to go 4-1

AR — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 14:01:20 -0000

It's so fun to see Manu and Spurs were so afraid of Yao making consecutive shots in the 4th Quarter that he even couldn't wait for Yao to take the shot and foul him. They were frustrated and scared by Yao's presence. But they had to pick posion either foul him or let him have 2-point shot.

Again, depending on the opponent style, the Way they played against Spurs might not work for other teams. Sometimes Rox needs to go small and play uptempo games like Suns when Yao can only sustain for reduced minutes. Don't be misled by one big win. Adelman should adjust the team to different games.

Re: Rockets make statement against Spurs to go 4-1

AR — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 13:56:54 -0000

It's fun to watch Yao and Mutombo played together in the court. No game is more fun than that.

One note, even Rox has very limited spots that they had to gave up some pieces like JLIII before the season started, they got Mutombo. On the moral side, Rox is a winner and he turned out to be at least a good team cheer leader. Whenever, Yao made a aggressive move and put up a show, he stood up and clapped. He is an asset, I believe.

Yao is the only factor to bring stable scoring for the team, but we may get fires from Bonzi, M James, Scola.

JVG should feel shamed for ruining so many players like Bonzi. He lost good players like Jacobeson, and many others who are playing very well in NBA. He just can't see and develop potential of young players during 4-5 year period. He deserved being fired!

Re: Rockets make statement against Spurs to go 4-1

AR — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 13:49:09 -0000

Maybe Yao's wife Ye Li and his parents were watching the game and Yao acted up. Just kiding.

It's so sensational that Mutombo were side by side with Yao. This is unthinkable under the JVG coaching. JVG did one thing right. That's Yao's play in low post and dominance. But JVG was so bookish and stubborn. (Again, JVG bashing)

Rox got to bring good guards thank Awful, either Brooks or Steve.

Scoring is no easier than in the paint, that's Yao's strength. And if he is used in high post all the thime, not long can't he get rebounds but also no good shoot percentage. Had Adelman used Yao this way, Rox would have won the game against Dallas. Good to see the coach fixed it so quickly.

Among other things, what's most important is that Adelman unleashed the creativity and passion of Rox players. Rox has the talent to do this well.

V-spoon would not be returned to Greece if Adelman were with Rox last season. Look at Scola, he still got time to play regardless his mistakes. Young players need to time and opportunities to grow.

Re: Rockets make statement against Spurs to go 4-1

calyp — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 13:20:17 -0000

the problem with Mike James is he takes shots away from yao and others. i don't know y you keep being such a fan of his. when steve francsis gets in shape he will easily replace "MJ" since he shoots better AND passes better. at this point, i STILL take rafer since he at least knows how to set the offense.

Re: Rockets make statement against Spurs to go 4-1

Shoutfan — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:44:23 -0000

Nice game. Now the Rockets need to keep it up. Friday will be a big game