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FIVE QUICK THOUGHTS ON RAPTORS/NETS-GAME 2 1. MATCHUPS:
Its really fun to watch both head coaches move around the
chess pieces and create situations where they get their
better players in scenarios where they have the supposed
upper hand. Its fascinating stuff to key in on and its
the essence of NBA hoops. Been impressed with both
coaching staffs preparation and attention to detail.
Plays out of timeouts from both sides have been well
scripted and the amount of details flying around in both
huddles is evident. As a former coach, I really enjoy and
respect this aspect of these games. 2. LANDRY FIELDS:
Totally agree with this move and I said it the other day.
Hes the most capable defender that they have in the Joe
Johnson matchup due to his size, strength, athleticism,
smarts and overall range. Hes a guy you can play for a
possession or two at the four-spot as well to match Paul
Pierce. He made a big impact on Tuesday night in spite of
not scoring. Ive said it many times before - yes, he has
limitations but hes a winning player that does the little
things that teams must have to get over the hump. A true
pro just like so many of the guys on both of these teams.
3. TURNOVERS: Toronto has 40 in just two games - at home!
To be tied 1-1 in the series after that youve got to feel
really fortunate. You do that on the road and this series
will be over quick. Nets defence in the half court has
been sensational. Multiple help and amazing communication
and coverages. Raptors must realize that the Nets are
incredibly help-conscious and play on that and look to
create their help and then get rid of the ball quick to
the next guy and keep them on the run and prevent them
loading up on the guy with the ball. Must be a whole lot
tougher with the ball and play through contact. Not going
to get the whistle-deal with it and be that much better.
It can be done. Move the ball side-top-side and make the
defence cover. Better spacing, screening, ball and player
movement and inside-out play are imperative. 4. BENCH
USAGE: Jason Kidd goes with 11 guys and Dwane Casey with
eight. Different styles. Considering that both teams
didnt play from Saturday afternoon until Tuesday night
and you would think you would load up your starters
minutes, yet Jason Kidd wants his team all in on every
possession defensively so no plays off. No right or wrong
answer here, just interesting to watch the points of
emphasis on both sides play out. 5. CROWDS (both inside
and outside ACC): Wow! My goodness, I have goose bumps
just typing this. Im so proud of the fans and feel so
happy for them that theyre getting to experience this.
Blown away by the enthusiasm and atmosphere. Toronto is
making a major statement that its a major league hoops
town and that this country is embracing this sport more
and more each day. The singing of the Canadian national
anthem by the fans is awesome - it chokes me up. Been
working as a Raptors broadcaster for the past 16 years
and have seen all of the good and all of the not-so-good.
Your loyalty to the Raptors and the growth of the sport
are truly appreciated. Im so fortunate to be a part of
it. This has been remarkable to watch develop over the
years. Enjoy - you deserve it.
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between Tampa Bay (2-9) and Cincinnati (7-3-1) is just as
important to the playoff aspirations of the struggling
Buccaneers as those of the AFC North-leading Bengals, its
also true.The surging Bengals, whove won four of five,
clearly are in a position to control their own fate in
the NFLs tightest division race.Our guys, they know the
urgency, Cincinnati coach Marvin Lewis said.The Bengals,
whove won the past two weeks on the road, are one of a
record 16 teams with at least seven victories through 11
games.Division rivals Baltimore, Cleveland and Pittsburgh
are all 7-4 — a half game behind the Bengals — making
the AFC North the first division in league history to
have every team at least three games above .500 at any
point in a season.We know every week is important, so you
dont want to have any slip-ups because if you do . you
can go from first to last really easily, Cincinnati
quarterback Andy Dalton said. We know every week is so
important, so it just brings that extra focus to the
game.Despite being seven games under .500, the Bucs still
have a chance to salvage their season in the under-
performing NFC South. Amazingly, theyre only two games
out of first place while also remaining in contention for
the No. 1 overall pick in next years draft.Its crazy .
but the reality of our division right now is its still up
for grabs, Tampa Bay quarterback Josh McCown said. Were
not in a favourable position, but were not out of
it.Atlanta and New Orleans lead the NFC South at 4-7,
with defending champion Carolina just behind them at 3-7-
1.The Bucs face even longer odds of winning the division
because theyve lost twice to the Falcons and once to both
the Saints and Panthers, who theyll face again down the
stretch.You dont want it to come like this, with this
kind of record, but at the same you want to be playing
meaningful games in late November and December, McCown
said. Hopefully we can continue to put ourselves in
position to do that, and it starts by beating
Cincinnati.Things to watch while the Bengals try to hang
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back in the NFC South race:KINGS OF THE ROAD: The Bengals
are trying to win three straight road games for the first
time in franchise history.dddddddddddd. Its the ninth
time theyve played at least three consecutive road games,
the first since 2003. Theyve moved ahead of the NFLs
tightest division by winning in New Orleans and
Houston.Honestly if we can go into Tampa and take care of
business, then the month of December will be exactly what
we expected the month of December to be for us, left
tackle Andrew Whitworth said.RISING STAR: Bucs WR Mike
Evans leads NFL in November with 505 yards receiving and
six touchdowns through the air. He leads all rookies with
841 yards receiving overall and eight TD catches.MORE OF
AJ: Receiver A.J. Green missed three games and most of
another because of an injured right big toe, and was a
nonfactor in his first two games back. Hes been back in
form during the last two games, getting six catches for
127 yards in New Orleans and a career-high 12 catches for
121 yards in Houston.Well try to get him 13, 14, 15 —
however many we can, Dalton said, jokingly. But you know,
it was a big point of emphasis getting A.J. involved. We
got a lot of good looks for him to make plays and he made
the plays. So when youve got a guy like that, youve got
to give him his chances.BETTER D: Since returning from
its bye week five games ago, Tampa Bay has made strides
on defence, allowing 302 yards per game (fourth lowest in
the NFL over the stretch) and 19.2 points per game
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Cincinnati as a free agent and signed with Tampa Bay. His
former teammates are looking forward to their reunion
Sunday. Bengals end Carlos Dunlap talks with Johnson
every week to keep up on their personal lives and their
careers.Its going to be fun to go out there and compete
against him, Dunlap said. Were going to have our little
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