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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.
Seattle Sports Blog Guy
Posted by james at April 27, 2005 09:18 PM