Bobcats beat Warriors in overtime, 121-113
by David A. Arnott on Jan 29, 2011 1:22 AM EST
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PrintThe Bobcats were down by 16 points in the third quarter, and then went on a run to get back into the game, making it a nail-biter all through crunch time. Just before the buzzer at the end of regulation, Stephen Jackson banked in a 25-foot three to send the game to overtime. In the extra period, Gerald Henderson made a monster dunk, followed by a monster block, then a D.J. Augustin jumper in transition, and then yet another forced turnover that resulted in fast break points, pretty much ending the Dubs' chances. Jackson rained in a couple more threes, Golden State managed to hit a couple desperate shots, but it was too much to overcome and the Cats had themselves a 121-113 win.
Free throw shooting nearly cost Charlotte the game; the Cats shot only 19-31, 61% from the line, with Jackson and Kwame Brown combining to go 3-11. And then Stephen Curry went nuts in the fourth quarter, hitting jumper after jumper to end up with 27 points. Crazy enough -- and I don't have the play by play data to back this up -- it appeared Curry went cold from the first quarter until the fourth when Augustin was guarding him, and then he started making shots when Shaun Livingston was in the game.
Speaking of Augustin, despite his 5 turnovers, he was probably the Cats' best player, with 27 points on 13 attempts, and 12 assists. Early on, it was Jax, partly for his scoring (he ended up with 31 points on 24 attempts), and mostly for his defense on Monta Ellis, who completely wet the bed with 6-24 shooting for 21 points. Nazr Mohammed deserves mention for scoring 13 points on 7 attempts, and pulling down 6 boards, in only 17 minutes. And finally, it should be noted that Kwame Brown went a stretch in the fourth absolutely beasting in the paint (granted, this is the Warriors' weak D), ending up with 12 points on 9 attempts.
I didn't expect the Bobcats to be this successful through the first three games of the road trip. Three wins. Blake Griffin looms. I can't wait.
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ROAD WARRIORS!
Next Victim: Blake Griffin & Baron!
Hopelessly scouring the internet for a free copy of Screamin' Jay Hawkins' "Brujo." and "Hurricane Coming" by CCS.
I hate West Coast trips
The 10:30 start times kill me. But I would have stayed up ‘till 4 to watch that! LET’S GO CATS!
Not going to lie i feel asleep..slept the entire second half woke up when Hendo dunking on a 7’0ft in OT to put us op 105-103…Now im smoking to celebrate haha
"Hard Work Beats Talent When Talent Fails To Work Hard" - Kevin Durant
i was fortunate
to have woken up at the end of the third, i missed the 11-0 run, but got to see a sweet fourth
That's what DVRs are for
Provided you can avoid checking the score
on behalf of tha dirty south: soul food, carolina blue, southern hospitality, and tha queen city
It was a messy breakup
But I think pressure just took Jack back.
by djwilliams11 on Jan 29, 2011 1:36 AM EST reply actions 1 recs
7th place, anyone?
Hopelessly scouring the internet for a free copy of Screamin' Jay Hawkins' "Brujo." and "Hurricane Coming" by CCS.
And how awesome would it be if we ended up against Chicago in the playoffs?
With a healthy Thomas back in the rotation?
* drooling *
Hopelessly scouring the internet for a free copy of Screamin' Jay Hawkins' "Brujo." and "Hurricane Coming" by CCS.
great game
i have been to lazy to type lately but i have to type this……….
PLEASE DO NOT TRADE HENDO AND GET MAYO!!!!!
hendo in this game and the past couple of games has shown what he can possibly become…he is going to be a defensive BEAST. The block that impressed me the most actually was that block he had on monta (one of the best scoring guards in NBA). He sat him on his ASS..that was really impressive for basically a rookie (thanks LB). Imagine when he can start hitting a consistent jumper and the 3 ball. And DJ…this is exactly what I expected and I posted awhile back that i think his ceiling is 19 points and 8 assists per game (basically a middle class mans chris paul)…but it seems i was wrong…he is already producing those numbers..just thinking of what he can become excites the hell out of me. DJ has his confidence now..and he will reflect on this season and realize how good he has become and he will realize that he can be one of the top pgs in the NBA…and hopefully that only make him work harder. He is officially the future of this franchise IMO and with hendo as his sidekick in the back court…..tears…its just beautiful…..
by Fonz21 on Jan 29, 2011 1:50 AM EST reply actions 2 recs
+1
Bobcats Basketball is my only pro sports passion...
by andrewlail76 on Jan 29, 2011 1:53 AM EST up reply actions
I think he's already been consistent with that midrange j of his.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 9:49 AM EST up reply actions
yea does have it
that little mid range j but he not someone to fear when he shoots it…he still misses wide open jumpers more times than makes them
Yeah, I still don't trust Hendo to be the crunch time player that he's demonstrated he can
be in that game against Philly. I think his shooting has been a pleasant surprise though and he’ll continue to get better over the years.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 12:15 PM EST up reply actions
Oh yeah. Already a monster on the defensive end, one of the best in the NBA from what I've seen.
I don’t want to get too happy about him or overrate him, but I truly think we have three players to build around and who the sky is the limit for. D.J., Hendo, and Tyrus. If Crash and Jax get back to playing consistent as they were last year and Kwame and Shaun Livingston continue to be the good, cheap pickups they’ve been thus far, I really think whoever we meet in the playoffs (if we get there) is going to have a helluva challenge on their hands, especially if it’s Chicago.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 12:21 PM EST up reply actions
I expect a 5-1 road trip at this point.
I wanna see Silas put Gerald Wallace at the four on Blake Griffin and see what happens.
love crash...
but i would think griffin would rip his predator mask off
yeah but it ain't like we can put diaw on him
with Tyrus out, Crash is the best option and it’s been awhile since he’s been asked to defend someone in the post, but it is part of his game
A week ago I thought 3-3 would be a huge success
But now it’s the worst case scenario. Wow!
on behalf of tha dirty south: soul food, carolina blue, southern hospitality, and tha queen city
PHX just beat the Celtics in a thumping.
"Hard Work Beats Talent When Talent Fails To Work Hard" - Kevin Durant
wow...
Bobcats Basketball is my only pro sports passion...
by andrewlail76 on Jan 29, 2011 1:03 PM EST up reply actions
wow...
Bobcats Basketball is my only pro sports passion...
by andrewlail76 on Jan 29, 2011 1:03 PM EST up reply actions
wow
just woke up. This is AWESOME! really wish I didn’t have to work today so I could have watched this game.
Fact: All you care about is points.
Blindly Optimistic follower of The Iowa Hawkeyes, San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Hurricanes, and the Charlotte Bobcats.
oh, and this is for whoever
made the trade machine thing that included us sending DJ and a 1st round pick to GS for Curry.
Top Performers
Charlotte: D. Augustin 27 Pts, 4 Reb, 12 Ast, 4 Stl
Golden State: S. Curry 27 Pts, 3 Reb, 5 Ast, 2 St
Fact: All you care about is points.
Blindly Optimistic follower of The Iowa Hawkeyes, San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Hurricanes, and the Charlotte Bobcats.
by HAWKEYESBABY on Jan 29, 2011 7:00 AM EST reply actions 1 recs
+.01
Out with the bad Old, in with the good Old
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by T-TIME, I MEAN DUNK TIME on Jan 29, 2011 8:13 AM EST up reply actions
Thank you!
That was one of the more nonsensical rosterbation ideas I’ve seen in a long time. I can’t believe someone would think that trading DJ in return for anything short of a guaranteed NBA Finals sweep wass a decent idea.
Hopelessly scouring the internet for a free copy of Screamin' Jay Hawkins' "Brujo." and "Hurricane Coming" by CCS.
+1
D.J. is the future here. I don’t see how it’s even a debate anymore.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 9:59 AM EST up reply actions 1 recs
whatever
I would take curry over dj in a heartbeat. He has decient numbers sure but he is no Step Curry. Put down the pipe, the feds are at the door!
by moboythunder on Jan 29, 2011 12:05 PM EST up reply actions
lol
yea, but we’ve had time to see Curry start for a year and a half. We have seen Dj start for half a year. They’re averaging almost identical numbers, but that’s taking in consideration Dj’s slow start due to LB. His assists and points have skyrocketed since then. Curry also averages 3 turnovers a game for his career. While Dj averages 1.37. I will give you that Curry averages just over a steal a game, but to me, that’s negligable. I like Steph Curry a lot, but I’m absolutely fine with Dj Augustin.
Fact: All you care about is points.
Blindly Optimistic follower of The Iowa Hawkeyes, San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Hurricanes, and the Charlotte Bobcats.
by HAWKEYESBABY on Jan 29, 2011 2:03 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
That this is being discussed now shows how far DJ has progressed
Three months ago, anyone would have traded DJ for Curry in a heartbeat. Now, it’s a legitimate debate. One thing that is easily forgotten in all of the Larry Brown bashing is that being coached by him has taught DJ a ton about being a PG. Likewise with working under Felton for two years. The only thing missing was the confidence. One thing to mention is that both DJ and Curry have high ceilings that they have not yet reached. I think that once the Ellis/Curry sitiation is resolved, and his nagging injury goes away, you’ll see better numbers from Curry. And, as for DJ, after witnessing his 25 point first half vs. Philly in person, I’ll file myself under the category of unabashed believer. He should be firmly planted at the top of our “do not trade” list.
by CatsFan_Chris on Jan 29, 2011 2:51 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
that was me
and here’s a stat for you
DJ – 5 turnovers
Curry – 13 4th quarter points while being only one of two players on the Warriors who were hitting anything with any consistency.
I love DJ and certainly a first round for Curry with Deej isn’t fair and in hindsight was a bad idea. But that doesn’t change the fact that I’d rather have Curry and he’s a better player (when healthy) than DJ. Consider this, Curry’s numbers are better across the board over the last 17 games (the Silas era) than Augustin’s with the exception of points. That includes assists. Augustin is averaging and even 19, Curry 18.6. And Curry hasn’t been 100% healthy for over half the season. He was averaging 25ppg before he went down. Basically, an injured Curry has been just as good as Augustin, who has gotten more minutes over the last 17 as well.
This points to another intangible for Curry
The man has proved he has ice in his veins.
by CatsFan_Chris on Jan 29, 2011 5:10 PM EST up reply actions
'Bout time the 'Cats pulled out one of these victories!
Captain Jack thanked the Basketball Gods after the game and rightfully so. How many of these games have gone the other way the last several years? It’s about time we had one go our way! Great effort on never giving up.
Now how do you contain Griffin? Option 1 – Kwame. Option 2 – ??? If Kwame gets in foul trouble, this could be a challenge. I say try Derrick Brown. Give him a chance to shine on defense like you did Henderson. Look forward to that one! Great victory Bobcats!
Figures they'd go on a winning tear as soon as I left the country
Hopefully they’ll keep this up once I’m back. I want to see this!
on behalf of tha dirty south: soul food, carolina blue, southern hospitality, and tha queen city
Missed the game last night,
but awesome to wake up to a win. And glad to see Captain Jack came up in the crunch.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 9:46 AM EST reply actions
Just wanted to say, I knew the Cats could do this.
I’m seeing a completely different team than the one that started the year. We can constantly beat teams we’re SUPPOSED to beat, which is the first sign of a good team coming together. Hopefully, with each win, the fan’s hate/disbelief in their own team dies down and we can put some of this rosterbating behind us until we actually see a need for it. Jax for Mayo, D.J. for Steph………why? Let’s see how good this team can be at least up until the deadline, and then we can figure out what’s best for everyone involved.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 10:02 AM EST up reply actions
I agree with everything you said. I was advocating a trade(too many small forwards). Also, I thought the guards(starting with dj and ending with Hendo) were weak. However, I could not see the games on read newspaper accounts(bias) and box scores. I have moved from myrtle beach to charleston and now I see. The Bobcats have all the pieces they need to contend in the playoffs including the final ingredient CONFIDENCE.
by moboythunder on Jan 29, 2011 12:17 PM EST up reply actions
Confidence is the biggest thing with these guys.
I always thought they were underachieving this year despite the losses of Felton and Chandler. I’m glad Jordan was thinking the same way and made a move to axe Larry. Now only if the team can continue this surge so we can really build some fan confidence back in the team. But like you say, we got all of the pieces to give whoever we meet fits.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 12:24 PM EST up reply actions
Dammit, I missed the OT.
Anyone got video of the OT, Henderson dunk/block, clutch shooting from Jack? The ESPN highlight sucks, just Jack’s one clutch shot and a layup.
Recap
Did they have to show the Jax shot from 12/31 two times? Still mad about that one.
by CatsFan_Chris on Jan 29, 2011 2:52 PM EST up reply actions
Anyone else notice
how many more “true PG” style passes DJ has been making? He’s gettin more daring and acrobatic. It’s exciting. I feel like Dj has no where to go, but up.
Fact: All you care about is points.
Blindly Optimistic follower of The Iowa Hawkeyes, San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Hurricanes, and the Charlotte Bobcats.
He does. He's already matching numbers that the "elite" have been putting up,
it makes me wonder if he can turn out to be the best PG in the NBA. I mean, obviously his defense and playing in Charlotte is going to hold him back from the true recognition he deserves on the offensive end of the floor, but I think if he was playing in New York or L.A. right now, people would already be tabbing him as the next great thing. I messed around and heard a commentator on ESPN call Felton elite the other day. Just goes to show you how playing in a small market in Charlotte and for a coach like Larry Brown can really hold you back from the achievement and recognition you deserve. Oh well, at least Larry is out the way, and if we continue to win, the small market thing will become more of a non factor as well.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 12:19 PM EST up reply actions
HA..felton elite..who said that?
Insert DJ into that New York starting lineup and with that uptempo defense his numbers would own feltons. I think felton is one of the worst PGs in the league at turnovers…and he STILL cant shoot
Lol, I can't remember who it was,
but it made me chuckle myself. Couldn’t believe what I was hearing.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 12:28 PM EST up reply actions
Ha! Wait until we get another PG
You’ll be saying the same thing about DJ.
on behalf of tha dirty south: soul food, carolina blue, southern hospitality, and tha queen city
I think we need an assistant
coach that was an old school ball hawkin, pocket pickin, steal guru that can teach Dj the tricks of the trade. You get Dj to start pickin pockets and it’s ON!
Fact: All you care about is points.
Blindly Optimistic follower of The Iowa Hawkeyes, San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Hurricanes, and the Charlotte Bobcats.
by HAWKEYESBABY on Jan 29, 2011 2:18 PM EST up reply actions
You can say that again!
Oh you did
on behalf of tha dirty south: soul food, carolina blue, southern hospitality, and tha queen city
if we could find an assistant
coach that was an old school ball hawkin, pocket pickin, steal guru that can teach Dj the tricks of the trade. You get Dj to start pickin pockets and it’s ON!
Fact: All you care about is points.
Blindly Optimistic follower of The Iowa Hawkeyes, San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Hurricanes, and the Charlotte Bobcats.
by HAWKEYESBABY on Jan 29, 2011 2:18 PM EST up reply actions
What's Gary Payton up to?
Bobcats Basketball is my only pro sports passion...
by andrewlail76 on Jan 30, 2011 5:50 PM EST up reply actions
kaching!
Fact: All you care about is points.
Blindly Optimistic follower of The Iowa Hawkeyes, San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Hurricanes, and the Charlotte Bobcats.
by HAWKEYESBABY on Jan 31, 2011 8:21 AM EST up reply actions
INSANE WIN last night Bobcats!!!
MJ, PA-LEASE do NOT trade or blowup this team. That would be a huge mistake.
I’ve NEVER seen a Bobcats game like this one. Once the Cats are down by double digits, you can usually turn off the TV. Last night’s come from behind win over a Western Conference team on the road that can score at the snap of a finger is something!
IMO, right now the Bobcats have the perfect mix of players and talents, and trading players and changing it up would only set us back. Inside, we’ve got Kwame giving us post presence. DJ, Jax, Gerald, and Hendo all can get to the rim. Jax can turn it on and take over games, and be the go to guy. DJ is the best PG we’ve ever had. And Boris…well Boris doesn’t really screw much up, but can really help move the ball around. PLEASE MJ keep this team together.
I think that this team can win in the playoffs. Silas’ 11-6 record and 3 consecutive wins on the road against western conference teams really says something about this team. IF we don’t blow this team up, we’re gonna go far this year!
I didn't get to watch the game last night, fell asleep,
but reviewed the highlights……and in year’s past, when Curry hit that 3 to put us down 8 with a little over a minute and a half left, we would’ve been done. But amazingly they pulled it off. And it was also great to see Jackson and Diaw celebrating together on the sideline with all that “tension” that’s been going on between them.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 12:26 PM EST up reply actions
What tension between Jack and Diaw?
Must have missed that. Winning cures many things
on behalf of tha dirty south: soul food, carolina blue, southern hospitality, and tha queen city
Lol,
my point exactly.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 5:55 PM EST up reply actions
INSANE WIN last night Bobcats!!!
MJ, PA-LEASE do NOT trade or blowup this team. That would be a huge mistake.
I’ve NEVER seen a Bobcats game like this one. Once the Cats are down by double digits, you can usually turn off the TV. Last night’s come from behind win over a Western Conference team on the road that can score at the snap of a finger is something!
IMO, right now the Bobcats have the perfect mix of players and talents, and trading players and changing it up would only set us back. Inside, we’ve got Kwame giving us post presence. DJ, Jax, Gerald, and Hendo all can get to the rim. Jax can turn it on and take over games, and be the go to guy. DJ is the best PG we’ve ever had. And Boris…well Boris doesn’t really screw much up, but can really help move the ball around. PLEASE MJ keep this team together.
I think that this team can win in the playoffs. Silas’ 11-6 record and 3 consecutive wins on the road against western conference teams really says something about this team. IF we don’t blow this team up, we’re gonna go far this year!
Great Win
Like I said in the gameday thread, at one point there in the 3rd I thought we were basically going to lose the game by 20+ points, but we held it together and closed that quarter out strong, as well as actually paying attention and playing well in the 4th.
Awesome game. Looking forward to tonight’s.
Lose by 20+?
We don’t do that anymore
on behalf of tha dirty south: soul food, carolina blue, southern hospitality, and tha queen city
That Atlanta game came pretty close to it.
Q. What Do You Tell A Girl With Two Black Eyes?
A. Nothing, You've Already Told Her Twice.
by Charlotte Bobcat on Jan 29, 2011 5:56 PM EST up reply actions
Yeah I know
I was initially waiting for the Silas excitement to wear off and us resort back to 30 point losses. But looks like that’s not the case at all. I mean we were never good like this on the road under Larry
on behalf of tha dirty south: soul food, carolina blue, southern hospitality, and tha queen city
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