[CYOA] Final Chapter?

[KidJustin]

Cruzerr, yup...i'm actually doing by best to get the 3rd spot from dallas...but when i win they win. i'm trying to avoid a 1st round matchup against the lakers....they killed me twice in the reg season...

either that or i try to drop to 6th place...but i'm too far up to go down that low at this point in the season (only like 7-8 games left). if i tank then i might end up 5th place....which would still be a matchup with the lakers only no homecourt

George7, that's my assumption...i just wanted to make sure u knew how good ur Bulls were doing as far as playoffs are concerned

Valdis, yup the hornets were a real surprise..fyi thornton (no landry) is still on the team and the only change they made was swaping Jack for Ridnour...and they just kept on rolling (though they are kind of slipping right now..they lost to the T'Wolves....then again so did i )

i would love a Clips/Lakers series...but not in the first round....

Pistons are a better team i think...they got a legit big in Kaman (though he is injured) but they upgraded Prince with Deng..shipped off Gordon to allow Rip to be the man...oh and they have Scalabrine

[KidJustin]

DETROIT PISTONS 25-26 Streak: 2L		vs.		LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS 33-19 Streak: 3W
Palace of Auburn Hills - Detroit, MI
Apr. 1, 2011 - 8:00 PM (PST)
Matchups
Rodney Stuckey		PG	Baron Davis
Rip Hamilton		SG	Eric Gordon
Loul Deng		SF	Wilson Chandler
Al Harrington		PF	Blake Griffin
Kurt Thomas		C	DeAndre Jordan

CLIPPERS CLINCH PLAYOFFS SPOT WITH WIN



THE FACTS: The first time these two teams faced each other the Pistons won it in 2OT, but that was a different team from now, so much so that Chris Kaman who was a Clipper that game is not a Piston. Unfortunately, Kaman will not play against his former team tonight as he is still dealing with a Torn Hamstring. For the Clippers Baron Davis was dressed but did not start the game due to a sore knee. Rookie Eric Bledsoe started off strong, he did play a little too fast and out of control, but it was mainly jitters from his first NBA start. The Clippers would go on an 11-0 run to take an early lead, but the Pistons kept fighting to come back and keep the game close. The game was close in the 3Q but the Clippers were clearly in control, especially in the paint. The Pistons suffered 3 injures in the quarter alone, but were able to take a 1 point late in the quarter. The 4Q was very tight and the Clippers eventually found themselves down by 2. Then Craig "Rhino" Smith scored 2 baskets in a row and they lead the fast break for another basket to put the Clippers up by 4. The Clippers then started to run out the clock, and with tough defense on both sides, neither team could score. Time was running out for the Pistons as Eric Bledsoe was just too fast for the Pistons, especially a hurting Will Bynum to catch to foul.

THE STAT: Without a big man insight for the Pistons, the Clippers dominated the paint scoring 70 points versus only 32 points

QUOTABLE: Baron Davis on his knee, "It still felt sore during shoot around so I told coach he should go with the Rook this game, but I still wanted to try it out in game. When I got in the game, it was still really sore and I felt that I would only hurt the team if I continued to play this one. I just need my rest for the playoffs. The Rook got this for now."

HOT: Stepping in for the injured Baron Davis, Eric Bledsoe scored 20 points and dished out 11 assists, he did turn the ball over often, but that could be expected for a rookie starting his first NBA game

NOT: DeAndre Jordan had a tough night as his opponents were all too fast and agile for him to defend as he was constantly in foul trouble scoring only 6 points, but was still able to pull down 11 rebounds.

GOOD MOVE: In the 3Q Blake Griffin blew by the defense for a monster jam, Loul Deng tried to contest the shot, but by the time he realized who it was that was driving to the lane, it was too late, the fear was in his ear as he was posterized. As Blake threw down another poster the announcers just yelled..."Deng!!!"



BAD MOVE: Despite a hot 1Q with 10 points, he was flat the rest of the game and even stepped out of bounds on the baseline without very much defensive pressure being applied to him

Injuries:
First Rodney Stuckey collide with DJ and strained Achilles and did not return to the game.
Moments later Will Bynum was brought down by Wilson Chandler and hurt his back (back spasms), but was able to return
Then late in the quarter Rip Hamilton landed hard on his back after a jumpshot and did not return due to lower back strains
The 3Q was the worse injured quarter the Pistons could imagine, hurting their playoff chances within the matter of 12 minutes.



Playoff Picture: This win along with a surprising upset win by the Sixers over the Mavericks, the Clippers have claimed the 3rd Spot in the West and Clinch the playoffs as they make their return since their last run in the 2005-06 season

Next Game: @ Hawks (5 of 7 Game Road Trip)


Final Score:
DETROIT PISTONS (112) - LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS (117)

Player of the Game:
Blake Griffin

38 Points, 12 Rebounds, 4 Assists

Pressbook





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Create a caption that fits either of the follow photos:
Photo: Ronnie Brewer got Nick Young in the air

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hey man! that tickles!

Game recap layout inspired by dare and George7

[KidJustin]

CHANDLER SUSPENDED 1-GAME BY THE LEAGUE


The league has reviewed the 3 quarter of the Clippers-Pistons game early this week, where 3 separate Pistons got injured within a matter of 12 minutes. While the contact with Rodney Stuckey and Rip Hamilton were clearly accidentally, they had the worst injuries. Will Bynum on the other hand was able to return to the game, but after a clear review it appeared that the league felt that Wilson Chandler's take down to prevent the easy layup was excessive and was upgraded to a flagrant 2 foul and a 1 game suspense. The Clippers have just clinched a playoff spot, but their rotation is will be thin in their next game was they are already without All-Star Eric Gordon and veteran Baron Davis is playing limited minutes due to injury. Rookie Al-Farouq Aminu is expected to make hist first start against the Bobcats. With Blake Griffin already a starter, and now Aminu and Eric Bledsoe joining him, the Clippers will feature 3 rookie in the starting lineup.

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CLIPPERS CLINCH A PLAYOFF SPOT


With the close win against the Detroit Pistons and a surprising upset by the Philadelphia Sixers over the Dallas Mavericks, the LA Clippers have taken the 3rd spot in the West and also clinched a playoff spot. This is their first time back in the playoffs since the 2005-06 season, where they were only 1 game away from making the Western Conference Finals, but lost in the final moments to the Phoenix Suns. To make things even more interesting, there is not a single player on the roster today that was on that Clippers playoff team only 5 seasons ago. Other than some front office personnel, Athletic Trainer Jasen Powell is the only real connection back in those playoff days.

[puttincomputers]

CAC

To enact retribution or not, that is the question.

What is with 2K hating on the Pistons with injuries? Looks very much like my games against them.

[Cruzerr]

Glad to see you make the playoffs.

CAC

Brewer : You aint blocking nobody up there.

[George7]

Congrats!!Wish you a deep post-season!!

[Bucket]

Niiiiiiiiiice, finally Clips in post-season.
CAP: Brewer: Okay who will jump higher will get ball *Young jumps*
Brewer: I fooled you, haha. Check calendar next time

[KidJustin]

thanks everyone! only a few more games!

i will have two contest up soon that will let u guys predict the final standings as well as brackets for the playoffs...so get ready!

puttincomputers, maybe payback for the pistons-pacers brawl a long time ago? haha i dont know..the rip injury was really weird...he hit a 3 to tie...then one of my guys bumped him...he fell out..and BAM! back injury out 1-2 weeks

[puttincomputers]

When I was doing in My Player mode I was playing for the Lakers in my first career game. I hit a three, my first shot to go in, lost my footing, fell, and was out 2 months!

[KidJustin]

ATLANTA HAWKS 31-19 Streak: 3L		vs.		LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS 34-19 Streak: 4W
Philips Arena - Atlanta, GA
Apr. 3, 2011 - 6:00 PM (PST)
Matchups
Rafer Alston		PG	Eric Bledsoe
Jamal Crawford		SG	Nick Young
Joe Johnson		SF	Al-Farouq Aminue
Josh Smith		PF	Blake Griffin
Al Horford		C	DeAndre Jordan

BEST ROAD TRIP



THE FACTS: The game starter fast for both teams until the Hawks, lead by Joe Johnson started to take over and go on a 6-0 run. Blake Griffin had a poor 1Q, but DeAndre Jordan redeem himself with 10 points and Eric Bledsoe continued to look comfortable running the point. Fellow rookie Al-Farouq Aminu had a tough night however, possibly because of how hard it was defend Joe Johnson when he was that hot, scoring 23 points in the first half. With the Clippers down 7 in the first half, Willie Warren hit a 3 pointer, then after a Rafer Alston was fouled and made 1 of 2 free throws, Warren caught the ball with less than 1 second left and hit another 3 pointer at the buzzer to put the Clippers within 2 at the break. The Clippers took all the momentum into the 3Q as they came climbing back to take the lead. But Joe Johnson lead a push in the end to keep the game close. The 4Q was more back and forth action all the way until there was 1 minute left in the game. With the game tied, Blake Griffin drove down the lane and slammed it threw and drew a foul on Al Horford for the 3 point play. The Clippers played tough defense and closed the game out from the free throw line. The win tonight makes their long road trip a successful one.

THE STAT: There were a lot of fouls called in this game, 46 total, and the Clippers took advantage shooting 84% from the line verses the Hawks 57%

QUOTABLE: Nick Young, "I just got to keep it from getting stiff. With only a few games left in the season I want to rest it up for the playoffs."

HOT: Rookie Willie Warren was perfect on the night with 12 points on 4 from 4 from 3 point land

NOT: Josh Smith fouled out of this game with only 4 points on 1 of 4 shooting.

GOOD MOVE: Right at the tip-off Eric Bledsoe got the ball and immediately threw a alley-oop lob to DeAndre Jordan before the defense could set themselves up


BAD MOVE: Josh Powell inbounded the ball to Jamal Crawford who fumbled the pass so badly the ball bounced back at Powell who was still out of bounds...Turnover!


Injuries: Nick Young twisted his ankle going for a rebound early in the game, he was able to return


Next Game: @ Bobcats (6 of 7 Game Road Trip)


Final Score:
ATLANTA HAWKS (134) - LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS (137)

Player of the Game:
Eric Bledsoe

22 Points, 11 Assists

Pressbook






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During tonight's Clippers, we got some wacky photos and its your chance to tell the story!

Create a caption that fits either of the follow photos:
Photo: Rafer Alston with the layup

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Create-A-Caption Winner, vs. Nets: puttincomputers

Yes my puppet, you must act tired to fool the other team.

Game recap layout inspired by dare and George7

[KidJustin]

TIME TO REST


The Clippers are currently battle a few injuries just before the playoffs and with the Clippers clinching a spot, they may start to look at resting their core players.

In the last game, Nick Young, a 6th man for the team who has been starting during the absence of Eric Gordon suffered a minor twisted ankle. Since Wilson Chandler will be in uniform next game after serving his 1 game suspension, he may start in Young's place until either he or Gordon return.

Baron Davis has reported been cleared by the medical staff to be free from any restrictions, but with the positive play by rookie Eric Bledsoe, the Clippers will most likely ease Baron back into the starting lineup before the playoff start.

Eric Gordon has been recovery nicely and is expected to be back soon. If he does not make it in uniform by their last home game against the San Antonio Spurs, he will most likely be on the final road trip for the team and possibly play in either Houston or New Orleans to get him back into game action before the playoffs.

[Justine.]

Clippers back in Playoffs, nice Rest Griffin too.

[puttincomputers]

CAC

I must thank warren after the game, this is a rarity.

[kibaxx7]

Did I miss a couple of contests?

[KidJustin]

Thierry •, only the april monthly contest is up right now...did u do that?

but after i post my next recap...i'll have 2-3 new ones up soon

also page 1 has a list/link of all the contest that are up

[Axel The Great]

CAC: Rafer Alston skips to his lou.

Great win against the Hawks, especially with the fact that JJ was shooting out of his mind! Smart idea to rest the core players, especially Eric Gordon; his scoring in the playoffs will be very crucial. If you land a series against the Lakers, make sure to murder them!

[KidJustin]

Axel., honestly...a Lakers matchup scares me... i want to face them...but they are hard to defend with the clips for some reason...

if i face them...i hope its near the end

and yes...JJ was crazy 5-7 from 3 point land

[KidJustin]

CHARLOTTE BOBCATS 18-32 Streak: 1W		vs.		LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS 34-20 Streak: 1L
Time Warner Cable Arena - Charlotte, NC
Apr. 5, 2011 - 7:00 PM (PST)
Matchups
D.J. Augustin		PG	Eric Bledsoe
Stephen Jackson		SG	Wilson Chandler
Derrick Brown		SF	Al-Farouq Aminu
Boris Diaw		PF	Blake Griffin
Kwame Brown		C	DeAndre Jordan

CAPTAIN JACK LEADS CATS TO VICTORY



NBA GREEN WEEK: NBA Cares is promoting NBA Green Week this week and all players are encouraged to wear green accessories that are made from 100% recycled material. Some teams will also wear Green Alternate jerseys which are also made out of recycled material.

THE FACTS: The Clippers charged quick out of the gate and it appeared the Bobcats were going to be in for a long night. The Clippers quickly went to their bench in the game with an 11 point lead early on, allowing more rest to the core players. But something happened when the reserves were in, the Bobcats kept inching in and kept the game close. The Clippers were shooting a good percentage, including 6 3Pointers, but their offensive execution was very poor, as if they were not interested. Veteran Stephen Jackson took advantage as he lead his team back to a 2 point lead at halftime. The Clippers started the 3Q on a 13-0 run, but once again they lost focus and allowed the Bobcats to get back into the game. With the game tied at the end of the 3Q, the Clippers were clearly losing their grip on the game. Still playing their reserves for most of the quarter the Bobcats would eventually secure a lead near the end of the quarter. Blake Griffin and the starters returned, but it was not enough as the Captain Jack sealed the win.

THE STAT: The Bobcats outscored the Clippers 32 to 20 in the 4Q to take the win and snap their 3 game losing streak

QUOTABLE: Blake Griffin, "Just because I my minutes are being reduced doesn't mean the other guys can relax too. We have to keep playing every minute of the game. I will make sure they understand that."

HOT: DeAndre Jordan almost recorded his first career triple-double with 15 points-9 rebounds-9 blocks

NOT: Clippers bench was out scored 44 to 28

GOOD MOVE: Stephen Jackson attacked the lane and got crushed, but he was still manage to flip the ball in for a circus shot


BAD MOVE: In the final 2 minutes, rookie Al-Farouq Aminu dribbled the ball of his foot on one possession and then got the ball stripped on a layup attempt on the following, ruining any chances of a final moment comeback

Injuries: N/A

Next Game: @ Spurs (back-to-back, 7 of 7 Game Road Trip)


Final Score:
CHARLOTTE BOBCATS (119) - LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS (107)

Player of the Game:
Stephen Jackson

32 Points, 6 Assists, 5 Rebounds

Pressbook





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Create a caption that fits either of the follow photos:
Photo: Tyrus Thomas falls to the floor

ATTENTION Agents: Participating in Create-a-Caption will earn you a maximum of 1 Point. I will select only ONE (1) Agent as the winner for the Create-A-Caption, that winner will be posted on the deadline game.
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Create-A-Caption Winner, vs. Pistons: Valdis

Brewer: Okay who will jump higher will get ball *Young jumps*
Brewer: I fooled you, haha. Check calendar next time

Game recap layout inspired by dare and George7

[KidJustin]

Contest: #25 Blake VS. - The Big Fundamental?

The season is almost over and this will be the first time the Clippers will play against the San Antonio Spurs. Arguably, Tim Duncan is the best PF the game has ever seen, until maybe Blake Griffin. Since these two teams will face each other twice within the week, one in San Antonio and one in Los Angeles, we will record that stats of both players from both games. Which player will lead in the following categories over the next two games:

Code: Select all

[b]Points:[/b] Choose one: Blake/Duncan
[b]Rebounds:[/b] Choose one: Blake/Duncan
[b]Assists:[/b] Choose one: Blake/Duncan
[b]Blocks:[/b] Choose one: Blake/Duncan


Contest type: Prediction
Rewards: Winner(s) will receive 5 Point per category correct and a BONUS 8 Points if you get them all correct
Length of Contest: Open until: Before 2nd Spurs recap (home game)
Rules: Agents must post their answer to the contest on this thread only to be accepted. Once the Agent makes their submission, it is final unless I (KidJustin) allows otherwise.
Hint: N/A

Good luck!

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Contest #24 - Monthly Contest - April

[Bucket]

Points: Choose one: Blake
Rebounds: Choose one: Blake
Assists: Choose one: Blake
Blocks: Choose one: Duncan

[Cruzerr]

Points: Choose one: Blake
Rebounds: Choose one: Duncan
Assists: Choose one: Blake
Blocks: Choose one: Blake

Also, I love the Green Week Idea

[puttincomputers]

CAC

A green tree falls in the forest. Another tree hears it. Proved: Sound is produced in a forest

Contest: #25 Blake VS. - The Big Fundamental?
Points: Choose one: Duncan
Rebounds: Choose one: Duncan
Assists: Choose one: Blake
Blocks: Choose one: Duncan

[Axel The Great]

Points: Choose one: Duncan
Rebounds: Choose one: Blake
Assists: Choose one: Duncan
Blocks: Choose one: Duncan

[kibaxx7]

Points: Choose one: Blake
Rebounds: Choose one: Tim
Assists: Choose one: Blake
Blocks: Choose one: Tim

I think I did the April contest, if not, doesn't matter, I'm good

[KidJustin]

Thierry •, i just checked and i didn't see anything for April