[GypsyTillIDie]

The Hero of the Day, on Nov 14 2009, 23:05, said:

Looking forward to watching the Magic again this season, don't have ESPN so will have to make due with NBA TV. Hopefully the addition of Vince Carter will take a bit of pressure off Dwight Howard and Jameer Nelson and the Magic will have another trip to the NBA Finals.
Have always been a huge fan of Vince after his 2000 Slam Dunk performance and no one will ever come close to the performance he put on that night, no one.

http://www.youtube.c...h?v=WbzBIvXwqEU

1.50 minutes in.....unbelievable...

Ooft, that is something else. Near fell off my seat when I saw the last dunk - out of this WORLD.

[killiepiemuncher]

The Hero of the Day, on Nov 15 2009, 00:05, said:

Looking forward to watching the Magic again this season, don't have ESPN so will have to make due with NBA TV. Hopefully the addition of Vince Carter will take a bit of pressure off Dwight Howard and Jameer Nelson and the Magic will have another trip to the NBA Finals.
Have always been a huge fan of Vince after his 2000 Slam Dunk performance and no one will ever come close to the performance he put on that night, no one.

http://www.youtube.c...h?v=WbzBIvXwqEU

1.50 minutes in.....unbelievable...

Where and how much for the NBATV?

I'm really missing my Channel 5 nba fix.

[GypsyTillIDie]

killiepiemuncher, on Nov 16 2009, 22:20, said:

Where and how much for the NBATV?

I'm really missing my Channel 5 nba fix.

http://ilp.nba.com/en/default.aspx

This sorta thing you're looking for? $100 for a full season doesn't sound that bad tbh - £60 is decent value for the cheapest option. £90 for the top range one too.

[killiepiemuncher]

GypsyTillIDie, on Nov 16 2009, 23:34, said:

http://ilp.nba.com/en/default. aspx

This sorta thing you're looking for? $100 for a full season doesn't sound that bad tbh - £60 is decent value for the cheapest option. £90 for the top range one too.

Does it show extended highlights or reruns of whole games at decent times ie not waiting up all night.

[The Hero of the Day]

Was just referring to the highlights and top plays you get on NBA.com....

http://www.nba.com/video/

[GypsyTillIDie]

Aye, fwiw I watch the highlights on the NBA website most days to keep up to date with the going ons. Sometimes tape the full matches on ESPN too if I've got enough time.

[GypsyTillIDie]

What does everyone make of this retiring the no.23 from the NBA from James? Just as soon as he wants to drop it (probably due to him not going to be able to get it at NY next year) everyone else is expected to do it as well? I don't know, something a bit false and arse-licking involved if you ask me - obviously it's a massive compliment for Jordan but I don't agree with it.

I'd imagine they'll retire it however.

[killiepiemuncher]

GypsyTillIDie, on Nov 18 2009, 20:39, said:

What does everyone make of this retiring the no.23 from the NBA from James? Just as soon as he wants to drop it (probably due to him not going to be able to get it at NY next year) everyone else is expected to do it as well? I don't know, something a bit false and arse-licking involved if you ask me - obviously it's a massive compliment for Jordan but I don't agree with it.

I'd imagine they'll retire it however.

Its a strong possibility that they will retire the number. I think its because the NHL retired Wayne Gretzky's No 99. Personally, I think it should just be the teams retiring numbers. I think LeBrons changing his No.23 to a No.6 so the league can retire his number (forward thinking from the big man) when he hangs up his Nike's.

[lazarus814]

The Hero of the Day, on Nov 14 2009, 23:05, said:

Looking forward to watching the Magic again this season, don't have ESPN so will have to make due with NBA TV. Hopefully the addition of Vince Carter will take a bit of pressure off Dwight Howard and Jameer Nelson and the Magic will have another trip to the NBA Finals.
Have always been a huge fan of Vince after his 2000 Slam Dunk performance and no one will ever come close to the performance he put on that night, no one.

http://www.youtube.c...h?v=WbzBIvXwqEU

1.50 minutes in.....unbelievable...

I remember watching this at the time and bacame an instant fan, best slam dunks I've ever seen!

Personally I'm a Knicks fan, really hope the rumours about James is true, also heard Iverson may be joining them soon

I grew up playing in the girls team at school (One that we started!) and watching it on Channel 4 so Jordan is a big hero of mine as the bulls were on top at the time. Delighted when I found out ESPN were going to give it good coverage this season, watched a couple of games so far, would like to see the Cavs win it I think.

[The Hero of the Day]

lazarus814, on Nov 20 2009, 13:43, said:

I remember watching this at the time and bacame an instant fan, best slam dunks I've ever seen!

Personally I'm a Knicks fan, really hope the rumours about James is true, also heard Iverson may be joining them soon

I grew up playing in the girls team at school (One that we started!) and watching it on Channel 4 so Jordan is a big hero of mine as the bulls were on top at the time. Delighted when I found out ESPN were going to give it good coverage this season, watched a couple of games so far, would like to see the Cavs win it I think.

The were lots of talks about James moving to New Jersey a few years ago with Jay-Z (the owner of NJ Nets) being a good friend of his and all. First I've ever of a move from the Knicks for Lebron.

[GypsyTillIDie]

The Hero of the Day, on Nov 20 2009, 19:06, said:

The were lots of talks about James moving to New Jersey a few years ago with Jay-Z (the owner of NJ Nets) being a good friend of his and all. First I've ever of a move from the Knicks for Lebron.

Jay-Z strolled onto the court after the NY-Cavs game and was talking to LeBron quite the thing. I'm pretty sure LeBron'll be signing for the Knicks next summer, and as a result of all the media coverage surrounding the move he's refusng to talk about moving from the Cavs.

[killiepiemuncher]

Just watched the Celtics v N.Y.Knicks on the comp with a Kevin Garnett buzzer beater ending a thriller in O.T 107-105. Absolutely brilliant game. God I love basketball, so much better than this pishy football game we all profess to love. Maybe its because Killie are rank rotten at the moment Im feeling this way, then again I still get a bigger buzz watching the Glasgow Rocks than Killie any day. Rant over.

[The Hero of the Day]

killiepiemuncher, on Nov 22 2009, 21:56, said:

Just watched the Celtics v N.Y.Knicks on the comp with a Kevin Garnett buzzer beater ending a thriller in O.T 107-105. Absolutely brilliant game. God I love basketball, so much better than this pishy football game we all profess to love. Maybe its because Killie are rank rotten at the moment Im feeling this way, then again I still get a bigger buzz watching the Glasgow Rocks than Killie any day. Rant over.

Who's got the best record in the league at the moment? I'm saying a Cavs vs Magic ECF and a Lakers vs Spurs WCF and the Magic beating the Lakers in the finals. Magic will take revenge!!!

[killiepiemuncher]

The Hero of the Day, on Nov 25 2009, 14:50, said:

Who's got the best record in the league at the moment? I'm saying a Cavs vs Magic ECF and a Lakers vs Spurs WCF and the Magic beating the Lakers in the finals. Magic will take revenge!!!

Hmmm I can see it being a PHX Suns v Lakers and Cavs v Celts or Magic(looking good with Vince)

Love to see the Cavs win the finals.

[Mr. Brightside]

Heat Vs. Lakers tonight, worth staying up for?

[killiepiemuncher]

Mr. Brightside, on Dec 5 2009, 02:51, said:

Heat Vs. Lakers tonight, worth staying up for?

Oh My Fucking God.................. did you see Kobe's last gasp 3 point winner.......... Un fucking believable, on the run and off the board.... off the wall.............GENIUS.

[Mr. Brightside]

killiepiemuncher, on Dec 5 2009, 13:16, said:

Oh My Fucking God.................. did you see Kobe's last gasp 3 point winner.......... Un fucking believable, on the run and off the board.... off the wall.............GENIUS.

It was fucking amazing, well worth staying up for!

[The Hero of the Day]

Mr. Brightside, on Dec 6 2009, 01:05, said:

It was fucking amazing, well worth staying up for!

Excellent defense by Wade it must be said. Couldn't have done anything more than he did but that's just Kobe for you.

[airdrieman]

When's the next NBA game on ESPN? I really like basketball and would like to catch the NBA stuff as it's the best league in the world is it not?
Thanks

[GypsyTillIDie]

airdrieman, on Dec 7 2009, 17:42, said:

When's the next NBA game on ESPN? I really like basketball and would like to catch the NBA stuff as it's the best league in the world is it not?
Thanks

It is indeed. Not sure when the next match is - if it's a live one you're wanting to catch it'll be late night/early morning, but I often tape the re-rens the next day and skim through them.

[killiepiemuncher]

Just back from the Kelvin Hall where the Glasgow Rocks beat Worthing Thunder 103 - 85 in a thriller of a game. The Rocks were on fire in this end to end, run and gun of a shoot out, an absolutely brilliant game.

SO much better than freezing your bollox of at a boring football match. Get yourself along next week when the Rocks will be hosting the current league leaders the Sheffield Sharks. With 4 wins on the trot after a few early season hic-ups this game should see if the Rocks are contenders in the BBL championship.


ROCK ON!!!!!!!! !!!!

[Caveman]

killiepiemuncher, on Dec 13 2009, 21:04, said:

Just back from the Kelvin Hall where the Glasgow Rocks beat Worthing Thunder 103 - 85 in a thriller of a game. The Rocks were on fire in this end to end, run and gun of a shoot out, an absolutely brilliant game.

SO much better than freezing your bollox of at a boring football match. Get yourself along next week when the Rocks will be hosting the current league leaders the Sheffield Sharks. With 4 wins on the trot after a few early season hic-ups this game should see if the Rocks are contenders in the BBL championship.


ROCK ON!!!!!!!! !!!!

How are they doing this year? I used to go along and watch them on a Sunday at the Braehead Arena, when they were the Scottish Rocks, I even went down to Newcastle to support them in the play-offs, but haven't been able to this past couple of years as my Rugby team plays on a Sunday. Am I right in saying they didn't get off to the best of starts this year?

[killiepiemuncher]

Caveman, on Dec 18 2009, 20:15, said:

How are they doing this year? I used to go along and watch them on a Sunday at the Braehead Arena, when they were the Scottish Rocks, I even went down to Newcastle to support them in the play-offs, but haven't been able to this past couple of years as my Rugby team plays on a Sunday. Am I right in saying they didn't get off to the best of starts this year?

A lack of players hampered the start of the season. Jesse Sapp and Rob Yanders are probably two of the best guards in the BBL. These americans are quick ,athletic and can spray 3 pointers effortlessly, very exciting players. Forwards consist of scotsman Gareth Murray and a trio of 6'7" americans Mike Copeland, Michael Crowell and player/coach Sterling Davis. Sixth man is british virgin islander Steve Parillon and a couple of OK scots guards make up the 9 man team (the smallest still in the BBL). A imposing center is still badly needed but with 4 wins out of the last 5 games things are looking promising for the rest of the season, so heres hoping.

[MattBairn]

Caveman, on Dec 18 2009, 20:15, said:

How are they doing this year? I used to go along and watch them on a Sunday at the Braehead Arena, when they were the Scottish Rocks,

Jesus, I remember them as the Edinburgh Rocks!

[Caveman]

killiepiemuncher, on Dec 18 2009, 23:23, said:

A lack of players hampered the start of the season. Jesse Sapp and Rob Yanders are probably two of the best guards in the BBL. These americans are quick ,athletic and can spray 3 pointers effortlessly, very exciting players. Forwards consist of scotsman Gareth Murray and a trio of 6'7" americans Mike Copeland, Michael Crowell and player/coach Sterling Davis. Sixth man is british virgin islander Steve Parillon and a couple of OK scots guards make up the 9 man team (the smallest still in the BBL). A imposing center is still badly needed but with 4 wins out of the last 5 games things are looking promising for the rest of the season, so heres hoping.

Rob Yanders is a fantastic player, definitely one of the top 5 players in the BBL, IMO. Has Gareth improved over the last couple of years, when I watched them he was just starting to cement a place as a starting forward?