April 30, 2005
Madison the Movie
If you haven't had an opportunity to see this movie, I highly recommend it. Even if you're not a hydroplane fan nut like I am, it's still a great story that is well produced and is a real "feel good" movie.
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Sonics got whooped
No doubt about it, Sacramento came ready to play last night. Bibby and Mobley were on fire, and I'm not sure why they were left so open given that Sacramento has NO big men. They had an easy path to the lane as well most of the night. James needs to be more of a blocking presence in the middle. Moreover, Lewis is 6-11, why does it seem he never gets blocks? WHERE WAS HE LAST NIGHT? He's the kind of player that really gets under my skin watching some times. A bit like Tre Simmons of UW, a player that can light up mediocre teams, but disappears in big games. 2-10 shooting? No blocks, 2 rebs....was he even in the game last night? If he's not going to produce, pull him out for R. Murray...that guy hasn't seen minute one in the playoffs, which is a bit disappointing. J.James continues to play well, however, he needs to be more of a D presence. R.Allen is the real deal Holyfield....again, if Seattle doesn't re-sign him as the 3-5 highest paid player next year, the Soups management has some issues
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April 27, 2005
Soups up 2-0
A much improved game over #1, although, they certainly need to learn how to close things out. As I mentioned before, Sacramento really lacks a big man. I would expect more double teams of James in Games 3-4, which should free up shots for Allen, Ridnour, Radmonovic, and Lewis. Speaking of Lewis and Ridnour, again, where were they last night? Ridnour seems too tenative and the majority of shots he missed were long, which would lead me to believe he's too hyped up. He's got a good shot, he just needs to relax. "Disneyland Dreads" Radmonovic played well last night as I mentioned in previous blogs, he's the Sonics x factor. I anticipated him and Jackson to be the big x factors in the series. Jackson also had a good game last night and lead the fourth quarter charge. He seems as if he is back to full speed.
For the Sonics to be successful in Sactown, they will need to continue the presure D, not let the refs or crowd get in their heads, and play w/ a purpose. They should look to try and take at least one of these games down there, or game 6 gets sticky. I would expect Allen and Lewis to have big games and either Ridnour, Daniels, or Radmonovic to be strong contributors. Again, James will not be as effective on the road. Sactown is a hostile environment, but Seattle should be able to take 1 of 2 games.
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April 25, 2005
Sonics up 1-0
Sonics looked ok in this first game against Sacramento. J. James was more of an x-factor than I was expecting w/ 17 pts, 15 rebs, and 5 blocks. Sacramento's lack of a big man is showing and hopefully James can keep it up. I don't agree, however, that James should be taking 20 shots in the playoff games. Where was Luke R? Low point and assist totals for a starter. It appears that McMillan prefers to go w/ Daniels to close out games for now. Both players coming back from injury, Radmonovic for Seattle and B.Jackson for Sacramento, wer not a factor in game 1. I would expect more from both of these players in Game 2. BTW, what's up w/ Radmonovic being in dreadlocks? Did he go to Disneyland when he was on IR to get braids put in his hair????
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April 23, 2005
Seahawks Draft pick
Are you kidding me? A center w/ the first round pick? What a waste, an absolute waste. When was the last time a Center was picked in first round? 1982 w/ Blair Bush? Roddy White is a stud WR......dumb, dumb, dumb. Gee, do you think Atlanta laughed when they saw who we drafted? I bet they couldn't believe White fell to them. Huge mistake Seattle. Who are you big threats at WR? Jurevicius? An injury riddled WR w/ subpar speed (top year in career was 51 catches and 3 TD's when he was healthy). Or, Pathon, a guy who Manning mentioned had "dropped some passes" who's top year was 50 catches and 3 TD's. Another year of relying on K.Robinson? Bad, bad, bad
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April 22, 2005
Hawks offseason moves
The hawks are making quite a few moves in the off-season, including the recent signing of Dyson from Tenn (CB Andre, not WR silly). It was tough to see Brown leave, who has been the motor of that Defense for so many years. Brown won't have his jersey retired, but he has been a great contributor through the years.
I did not like the release of Simmons or Chike O (did anyone else notice he had 2 of our sacks in the St. Louis playoff game?), but Sharper is a good acquisition. The real problem w/ this D, however, is Rhodes. I have 0% confidence in his ability to correctly call blitzes, running zone D in goal line situation, and overall prevent D (Balt. loss in 2003, Dallas loss on MNF). The team finished 26th in the league last year and was supposedly "improved" w/ Winstrom and Taylor. 26th people....that's not good. http://www.nfl.com/stats/teamsort/NFL/DEF-TOTAL/2004/regular?sort_col_1=4
Finally, what's the story of Alexander. I here Seattle's front office is entertaining 1st round picks...NO MATTER WHERE THE PICK IS. Are you serious? We should be getting 2 FIRST ROUND picks for the #1 RB in the game. Not sure if I agree w/ their choice of just giving him up for a simple first rounder.
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Sonics in the Playoffs
The Sonics are facing a similar opponent in Sacramento, which should lead to a good series. Both teams lack serious big men, have strong outside shooting, and have injuries to key players (Miller for Sac averaging 15.6 PPG and Radmanovic for Seattle w/ 11.6 PPG)
For Seattle to play well, I think the x-factor will have to be Murray w/ Radmonovic still a question mark. Murray is a very streaky player, but will need to light things up if Lewis or Allen will have off nights. Allen is 100% legit and I expect to see his game even better in the playoffs. His step back jumper is impossible to stop. The team should throw everything and the kitchen sink in the off season to sign this guy.
On Sacramento's side, Bibby, Peja, and Mobley are all excellent 3 pt shooters. Seattle's D should be extended on this team given their lack of inside play. B. Jackson is the x-factor for this team. He is a gifted ball-handler and is coming off an injury. I watched his first game back on ESPN the other night and he looks ready.
I see this as a long series, but the Sonics eventually pulling it out 4-3.
Here's a quick questions for Sonic fans. Given the new format of first round games going to 7 games vs. 5, do you think Seattle could have pulled out the series against Denver in 93? Doubt it, Denver had so much momentum and would have taken the next two in Denver easily. Let me know your thoughts.
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April 21, 2005
Seattle Sports Blog Mission Statement
This blog is dedicated to all the Seattle sports fan out there that love their M's, Hawks, Soups, and any and all sports fans in general. For those that have rejoiced during the M's run in 1995, for those who were alive the last time the Hawks won a playoff game, for those that debate that Williams and Johnson were a better backcourt than Payton and Hawkins, for those who have suffered through years of frustration w/out a championship, the Varitek/Spike Owen/Bill Swift/Omar V on and on gaffs of the M's front office, the eternal Muncy vs. Chip H. debates of who will go down in history as the best Hydroplane driver, and MUCH, MUCH, more..... this blog is for you. As w/ any major Seattle sporting event (past and present), I'll be updating this blog daily to provide fellow Seattle fans insights and commentary on just about everything. Feel free to speak your mind on topics or survey's posted.
Whether it's Krieg to Largent or Payton to Kemp, all comments are welcome. I'll also be adding blogs on National Sports events (Yank Haters, LA sports fans, Alabama lawn dart champions).
All the best and pass on this blog to any friends or colleagues!
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