Saturday, October 18, 2008

Toronto Raptors at L.A. Clippers, 7:30 EST

Tonight our 'Redeem' Team will be going out west for a 2 game swing. First tonight in LA then Tuesday in Edmonton The Defenseless Nuggets. Sorry tonight's game wont be on TV, but you can listen, if your an All Access Member, on NBA.com. This will probably be another meaningless game, but if bored and you have nothing better to do listen. I listened to Cleveland game because it was the first, and I actually enjoyed it. According to NBA.com Elton Brand is still on the team.

Tonight we'll get to see (hear) our first glimpse of the new look Clippers, with their addition of Baron Davis and Marcus Camby. It funny how three guys on the team have the same last name but none are related. Anyways I expect this should be an easy (underestimating is goooood) win if the we play well. And for once I'm worried about the offense, especially if Willie Solomon transforms in to T.J. again. I'm sure He laughing at us right now. Some keys to winning this game:

  • Defense, and I mean rotating and not getting lost. Plus help defense
  • Offense. Simply put, we need to make our shots. Our starting 2, as much I love him, needs step up a little and prove that his age isn't getting the best of him.
  • JO, he needs to show he's comfortable the team. His shot will take time, but we don't have time to wait for him to mesh
  • Second Unit, they need to step up. Especially if they are the ones left in the game at the dying seconds.

Also, If you haven't heard, 23 of the regular season games will be showing on TSN2. Rogers currently doesn't have that channel in their cable program, or what ever you want to call it. It caused a tizzy in the last 3 days, but I heard they, Rogers, TSN2, etc, will be discussing this problem and it should be fixed in time. The first would have been in December so that should give them ample time.

Next. Jamario Moon should be stepping up. His last game game was a weak attempt at fighting for his spot. So if he really wants it back, he should have a good game tonight.

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