Game Day San Antonio
7:43 AM Eastern.. Dave Johnson checking in …down to the final two pre-season games…roster is set..now time to get the team set on the floor….Need scoring and Nick Young could be back after three really strong practices…Juan Dixon and Antawn Jamison also need to get back in the flow after missing time… and head coach Eddie Jordan has said the center position has “yet to be determined” though Etan Thomas probably has an edge. Back on the BLOG here in the USA tonight…for those of you new to the game it is a BLOGCAST (radio while blogging) so you can connect with us court side. Yes my partner Glen Consor is back with me tonight….Coverage starts at 8:30 PM Eastern on the radio on 570 AM and 1260 AM in Washignton and in Baltimore on 1370 AM and of course online with the audio link at the top of this blog..check back later
4:13 PM….Nick Young went through shoot-around….should be good to go tonight,,,Spurs still have 19 guys in camp…..BLOGCAST starts at 8:30 PM…(radio and blogging)….
7:30 PM Dave and Glenn checking in….Nick Young will play…. Etan Thomas will start….Antawn Jamison will start and there will be a listen link at the top of the page.
8:05 PM….fans filing in….kids flag football going on right now..starters are in…daniels stevenson thomas jamison and butler…parker finley kurt thomas, tim duncan bruce bowen
8:16 PM…..Many thanks to all the nice comments on the BLOG about our coverage in Germany
Posted: October 22nd, 2008 under Wizards.
Comments
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:44 AM
Yay, gameday ‘blogday’ [hope you finally got you some snooze DJ - you work hard - you need it 
]
Go Wiz!!
Comment from millie mill
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:49 AM
Man, I have to work tonight and won’t be able to watch the game.
I hope McGee plays well against Tim Duncan.
Also I like Roger Mason but please don’t let him kill us tonight. I have a feeling he is going to drop 20 on us.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 11:15 AM
millie mill, I don’t mind if Roger feeds us threes all night. It’ll be good to see him playing again. Even though he’s “on the other side” now we all still love him (or should!).
Comment from dmac
Time October 22, 2008 at 1:31 PM
In light of the comments that AJ made in Tuesday’s Washington Post article hopefully we will see a motivated team tonight on defense. AJ is also very much concerned about Dray’s up and down play. When I saw Dray against the Hornets he did not seem to have any energy or fire in his game. He seems to conduct himself like he is a old vet. That scares me becuase he needs to get a mean streak and start hitting the boards harder. Does anyone know if Dave Hopla is helping him to develop a couple of pet moves?
I have visions of Elvin’s turnaround jumper back in the day.
It was sad to hear about Nick Weatherspoon. He reminded some of us when he came to the Bullets of a young Bobby Dandridge potential wise.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 1:52 PM
Dray doesn’t need help with his moves. He’s got the moves, I’ve seen the moves, they’re there. And when he wants to finish he can finish. Like you pointed out, however, some nights he seems to simply not have the energy. It’s very strange. I don’t think it’s linked to “maturity”. Even the energy of “immature” or younger players seems to be consistent (but not their performance).
It’s something we’ll have to keep an eye on, many are. Including AJ who is almost always concerned with it.
Comment from Rick
Time October 22, 2008 at 3:12 PM
I think the issue with Andray is linked, in part, to the perceived confidence of the coaching staff. He plays better the more they say they are excited about his play (and when he starts), and worse when they talk about his lack of energy and consistency. I’m not saying that is a legitimate excuse for the young man, just pointing out what seems to be a pattern to me.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 4:05 PM
In that sense I think you’re right. Support and confidence is important for anyone, not just young(er) people.
Comment from rgz
Time October 22, 2008 at 4:38 PM
I think that Andray’s lack of energy on some nights could be due to lack of sleep or proper food or something. His conditioning doesn’t seem at the level where he can play 100% night after night. I don’t think it is just attitude or being more serious.
There is a nice interview of Antonio Daniels, and we are reminded that he won a championship with the Spurs in 1999:
http://slamonline.com/online/nba/2008/10/staunch-supporter/
Comment from Rick
Time October 22, 2008 at 5:01 PM
maybe andray is out partying too much and he just needs to find himself the right person.
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 5:02 PM
I am just happy that Jamison is so involved in directing Andray and the others. That gives me a lot of hope. See you tonight…
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 5:51 PM
“maybe andray is out partying too much and he just needs to ~find himself the right person~.”
Matchmaker.com (LMAO)
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 6:02 PM
Hey DJ, do you know if McGee will get the starting nod tonight? He played pretty well last time he started.
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 6:42 PM
HELLO FELLO BLOGGERS, LOOKING FORWARD TO TONIGHTS GAME
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 6:58 PM
I BELIEVE THAT WE SHOULD PLAY DIXON,MAGEE AN BROWN AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE THESE LAST 3 GAME TO GET THEM IN THE FLOW OF THE OFFENCE JUST INCASE WE NEED TO TURN TO THEM IN THE REGULAR SEASON.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 7:36 PM
7:30 PM Dave and Glenn checking in….Nick Young will play…. Etan Thomas will start….Antawn Jamison will start and there will be a listen link at the top of the page
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:06 PM
lets see how many 3 ball dashawn put up today
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:09 PM
checking on listen link it should be up soon
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:12 PM
8:05 PM….fans filing in….kids flag football going on right now..starters are in…daniels stevenson thomas jamison and butler…parker finley kurt thomas, tim duncan bruce bowen
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:16 PM
what time does the game start
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:17 PM
8 30 eastern time
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:18 PM
hey bridge caught your nice comments…thanks so much
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:26 PM
i’m excited about this season, caron looks good, an depending how quick mcgee get comfortible with the league man he’s going to be good
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:27 PM
I made it! Les go Wiz. Good luck to Roger too. Thanks for all the updates Dave.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:28 PM
crunch time radio great to have you with us…..eddie talks about mcgee at the top of our broadcast…..he is really excited about him
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:30 PM
k sounds good on the link. will be listening and watching tonight cuz buck/phil will be on.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:31 PM
glenn consor here…great to be back with you, some things to expect this game, a focus on transition d, the Tony Parker factor, scrdeen and roll D, getting Nick involved in the O and Defensive schemes, and don’t be suprised to see 5 man rotations, just to mix it up.
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:31 PM
love being here, i think that you do a grate job with the blog an radio.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:32 PM
hey gling gling….said hello to roger….he is doing well… and tag flip nice to always have you on board
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:34 PM
link should be going up in a second
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:34 PM
hey if you get a chance to talk to juan tell him his cousin dwayne wishes him the best of luck back home an give me a call
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:34 PM
LINK IS ALL THE WAY AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE…thanks to Will Fan sorting it out
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:35 PM
i sure will crunchtime radio
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:35 PM
Thats great that you talked to Roger. If Eddie is excited about JaVale, I’m excited.
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:36 PM
The game is on CSN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What a nice surprise, I didn’t think the game was on tv!
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:36 PM
hello dj and glen; Go Wiz!!
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:38 PM
whats up guys… sure everyone is ready to watch this game!
Comment from neal
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:39 PM
Well, maybe it is conditioning, rest, diet regarding Blatche. I always thought Haywood’s inconsistent play was due in part to physical reasons. When he finally got himself in condition he was much more consistent.
Bridge, dear, I don’t imagine he needs any help. For that I’ll bet he has plenty of energy.
5 man rotation DJ-Radio? Did you mean 10?
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:39 PM
Nice interview with Eddie, very informative. When a player is described as “delightful” something is definitely going very right.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:40 PM
good catch on eddie choice of words!!!
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:41 PM
some one brought up the fact that he got shot might cause his lack of wind.
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:42 PM
but his effort is another story you got to bring everything every time if you have a off night you should still be some what effective on the borads and so on
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:45 PM
nice to see aj score
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:46 PM
Etan going up strong for rebounds, very aggressive.
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:47 PM
It is so great to see the team together playing again!
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:47 PM
GO ETAN!!
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:47 PM
ET with another board!!
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:47 PM
thomas looks strong
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:47 PM
is it that there trying to get AJ and Caron going early because i dont like that one on one offence
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:48 PM
ET another board!! On O!! Slam!!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:48 PM
starters need time together
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:48 PM
CB MF 3!!!!
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:49 PM
Go AJ!!!!!!!
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:50 PM
Can’t feel my face
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:50 PM
many threes falling
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:50 PM
wow nice 3 point shooting buy caron AJ and DS
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:51 PM
Man, you can’t stop AD, he’s FEARLESS!
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:51 PM
O seems to be clicking early; so nice to hear!!!
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:51 PM
thomas thomas tomas
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:51 PM
wow nice start
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:51 PM
Nice start boys, making it exciting.
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:52 PM
I WANT JAVALE…LOL
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:52 PM
I also want to see how NY plays, he is playing right?
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:53 PM
you want Javale with ET blocking rebounding and dunking all over the place
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:54 PM
three straight threes
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:54 PM
ET playing awesome, I just want Javale out there for those eye popping plays
Comment from Bmack34
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:54 PM
we are loooooking great so far… Defence loooking solid
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:55 PM
Daniels has huge hands, you see him palming that ball on his free throws.
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:55 PM
world series update: phillies up 2-0, bot 1st, 1 on 0 out.
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:55 PM
drat comcast internet, LOL
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:55 PM
o yeah i hear you on that i cant belive how good that guy is as of now and he is only going to get better after all that draft day trashing some one is eating crow by the truck loads
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:55 PM
raining threes
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:56 PM
i wanna see nick young
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:56 PM
GO ROGER!!!
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:56 PM
man the starters are having FUN!!
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:56 PM
here come masin
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:59 PM
sucks to see roger in a spur jersey instead of a wizard one.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 8:59 PM
Need more aggressive defense on duncan.
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:00 PM
well now that i said that we get stuck 2x
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:00 PM
Overall it’s good but duncan has been very effective.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:00 PM
tag flip thanks for the series update …indeed better d
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:00 PM
D is on point!!!
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:01 PM
gotta still defend the 3. that shot by salim looked easy as ever.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:01 PM
glenn here now/. love the energy, passing has been efficient, Wiz have been sharp shooting 60%
Comment from Bmack34
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:02 PM
caron is handling the spurs!
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:03 PM
we need to not play games in europe anymore. ever again. that was bad last week. we are clearly playing better in the states.
just my opinion.
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:03 PM
i think ET got some DW40 he is not as rusty
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:04 PM
Ouch…
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:04 PM
You’re right, Tag Flip!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:04 PM
etan aggressive but rusty
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:05 PM
im ready 2 see our bench, there goin 2 be very important this season
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:05 PM
Let’s get that FT% up this year Etan, get to work with Hopla.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:06 PM
Caron, as always, A BEAST.
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:08 PM
I AGREE
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:08 PM
dj or glen, what was the 1st quarter FG%?
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:08 PM
lets get Dee brown, nick young, mcgee, mcguire and dray…thats a beast lineup
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:09 PM
alright signs that this team can get it done…forced spur sinto 5 tunroivers led to 10 points
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:09 PM
alot of stuff that we have not seen in the first few games are starting to show up big so far and i still cant get over Caron taking that ball outa mid air with one hand
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:09 PM
8 assists on 11 made field goals
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:10 PM
McGee!!
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:10 PM
mcgee easy
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:10 PM
WOW I TOTALLY CALLED THAT LINEUP
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:11 PM
gotta play just as hard with our 2nd stringers this qtr.
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:11 PM
love the assists on FG’s!!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:11 PM
wow mcgee..
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:11 PM
McGuire is a good passer, let’s give him credit too.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:11 PM
good d by young opn bonner three
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:11 PM
JaVale not even seconds and he’s doing his thang!!
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:11 PM
Red Rooster is out of the coop.
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:12 PM
dang i missed that mcgee play typing ….lol but i caught the replay
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:12 PM
ur lookin at the future
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:13 PM
Blatche nice pass.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:13 PM
good low post pass by blatchje
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:13 PM
McGee and Dray playing that 2 man game down low they cant double both of them
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:14 PM
Bonner looked at McGee and turned right around.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:14 PM
McGee flusters Bonner TWICE.
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:15 PM
THAT CROSS OVER PULL UP WAS NICE
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:15 PM
dray and mcgee….our future C and PF
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:16 PM
MAGEE 1ST STEP WAS EXSPLOSIVE
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:16 PM
was that three contested?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:17 PM
how about that second five…fun bunch…..borwn mcguire mcgee blatche young
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:17 PM
which three slwiz
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:17 PM
cant say anything bad about a bench that can do things like that love it
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:18 PM
the last attempt, just wondered if they are doing better on the ball rotation is all!! in europe they left way to many open; especially in the corners
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:18 PM
It’s a good lineup dave.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:19 PM
OMG young is silky.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:20 PM
nice move by young on bowen
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:20 PM
im liking our 5 that are in right now. you think this will be our main 6-10 guys? what about pech, songaila, and juan.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:20 PM
spurs starters are ..nice block by mcgee
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:21 PM
tough handle blatche
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:22 PM
block by JaVale on Duncan!!!
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:22 PM
AB is playing hard just not doing real smart things with the ball right now i think he needs to slow his game up just a bit
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:22 PM
keep up the intensity guys; go Wiz!!!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:22 PM
mcgee made something out of nothing
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:23 PM
Wow, Dave– excited to be back, great hearing you on the radio just now!
I’m liking the looks McGee is giving us
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:24 PM
man mcgee gets the shot to go and 1…i like that
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:24 PM
put juan in
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:25 PM
jewell great to see you on the blog…..everyone feeling okay been thinking about you guys
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:26 PM
NY IS SILKY SMOOTH
Comment from Bmack34
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:26 PM
nick young is a beast!
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:27 PM
we got a party in here.. who has the booze lol
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:28 PM
WHY BLACHE TAKE SO MANY MID RANGE SHOTS
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:28 PM
Blatche can make mid-range shots
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:28 PM
young is being guarded by bruc e bowen and young is scoring
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:29 PM
That said he should be going to the hoop
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:29 PM
That is a very good point Dave, I forgot about Bowen’s reputation.
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:30 PM
good point DJ…bruce is one of the best defenders in the game ….and one of the dirtiest LOL
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:30 PM
WIZARDS LOOKING GOOD, THEY NEED TO FINISH GAMES THERER 4TH QUATER PLAY HAVE TO MAINTAIN
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:30 PM
Thanks for the kind words Dave, Wil’s on the mend, enjoying the broadcast–the guys are
playing with lots of energy (wasn’t that another year’s slogan?) but we’ll take it where we
find it.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:31 PM
good job double teaming ball before foul
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:31 PM
Those traps aren’t working.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:32 PM
They need to close in more to make them effective.
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:32 PM
WHAT IS GOING ON WITH BLACHE
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:33 PM
Same thing that always goes on with Blatche. This is his story.
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:34 PM
MAGEE GOODING TO BE TOUGH TO DEFEND
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:34 PM
Nick, we love you!
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:34 PM
Wow, Nick is really shooting well!
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:35 PM
Ohhhhh
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:35 PM
NICK KEEP PLAYING LIKE THIS DS COULD BE COMING OFF THE BENCH INSTEAD OF STARTING
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:36 PM
Againnnnn
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:38 PM
GOOD effort Dee.
Comment from Bmack34
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:38 PM
blatche is not playing his game…he dribles way too much.. He needs to play the post. He takes way too many mid range shots
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:38 PM
Bmack, I’m going to disagree. He can put the ball on the floor as much as he wants, he is good at it for a big man and I’ve seen him tear people up last year.
Comment from Wiz034
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:39 PM
But doesn’t EJ and staff know this about Btatche? I mean it’s so obvious..
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:39 PM
BMACK I AGREE, I DUNCAN GAURDING HIM. IF SO GET IT IN THE POST AN GO AT DUNCAN.
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:40 PM
solid first half of ball by the wizards. need to maintain this intensity/level of play for 24 more minutes..
and glenn… way to make us all feel mushy on the blog.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:40 PM
People need to understand this is what Blatche has been doing all of last season. Some games he looks real good and some games he looks real bad. Tonight, unfortunately he looks real bad.
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:41 PM
Blatche appears to be trying really hard and working hard, but just not having any rhythm.
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:41 PM
Glenn we can come over just make sure Dave gets a good seat so he can see the score board
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:41 PM
To further the problem Blatche can put the ball on the floor, make mid-range shots, post, and drive. He’s good at everything, but not every night.
Comment from Rick
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:42 PM
i dont think Blatche looks that bad. he’s rebounding and playing pretty good D on Duncan. if he makes 2 or 3 of those shots he looks real good.
Nick Young on the other hand does look REAL GOOD. man it’s good to see him out there.
Comment from Wiz034
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:42 PM
Exactly, Just because he’s a big man and can put the ball on the floor doesn’t mean he has to take shots all the time!! When he does and they don’t fall he gets frustrated and taken off his game..like NOW!!!
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:42 PM
GLING GLING I UNDERSTAND WHAT YOUR SAYING, BUT BLACHE NEEDS TO BE CONSISTANT, IF NOT HE’S JUST A MORE TALENTED KWAME BROWN
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:43 PM
indeed it was a good first half….yes bletche oh for four…. two turnovers….in short can be better and is capable….did have a nice low post pass… and he is trying other things…..MCGEE just terrific…
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:44 PM
NY looks good on offense , but on Defense he sucks
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:45 PM
Whats The Fouls On Blatche
Comment from Wiz034
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:45 PM
Is Manu Ginobilli out all season? Just asking for curiosity..
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM
manu expected to miss 20 to 25 games
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM
yep charli b that is NY weakness, i wish he would work on it a little bit more
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM
blatche only one foul..just tal;ked to glenn…best way to describe blatche in 2nd…careless not focused
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM
DJ, How Many Fouls Do Blatche Have?
Comment from Wiz034
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:47 PM
Yeah that’s one of NY1 downfall. He doesn’t play defense. He doesn’t like to pass the ball much either. I remember several games on ESPN where the commentators stated he won’t have too many assists in his career. *LOL*
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:50 PM
he’s a flatout scorer, and were going to need lots of it this season
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:52 PM
Well at least Blatche is doing good managing them fouls
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:52 PM
Why pass the ball when you can shoot like that? He makes his own space too.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:52 PM
have not seen juan or darius yet
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:53 PM
Young will get more well rounded, Eddie says they’re working on it.
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:53 PM
AB with only 1 foul; that’s great!! And isn’t it nice to hear Wiz have the lead at half 52-43!!!
Comment from Charli B
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:54 PM
im not really anxious to see juan….
I know what he have to offer.
would’nt mind seeing pech though
Comment from Wiz034
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:54 PM
Yeah usually AB has at least 3/4 by halftime *LOL*
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:55 PM
See butler smiling.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:55 PM
caron fouled by bowne no call
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:56 PM
I just caught Pop’s beard, not a good look for him
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:56 PM
They give Bowen too much slack cause of how aggressive he is.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:57 PM
Butler can read minds.
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:58 PM
Hey bloggers! I’m listenin’ now; (unfortunately) my boyfriend needed the computer to complete his homework.
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:58 PM
Cmon guys defense
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:58 PM
What was that, Parker pushed off with his hand.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:59 PM
not calling fouls on bowen
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:59 PM
welcome bridge it’s fun and exciting tonight!!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:59 PM
good call wizards 4 life
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 9:59 PM
ET with 2 from the line thats a good thing
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:00 PM
AH, ETAN, we missed you
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:00 PM
You see that thing on Etan’s chest, he’s Ironman.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:00 PM
so juan and darius in
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:01 PM
Wiz4Life – you said something about a party and booze earlier – what happen? I want some booze and stuff lol…Game food too .
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:02 PM
I thought i’d “fly” over for the party, LOL!!
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:03 PM
yeah im too old for a part i might stand in the corner and talk to the girls
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:03 PM
shots falling again
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:04 PM
karma
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:04 PM
My bad TF – your name is blue too, I mixed you guys up…So where’s the booze?? (lol) Just kidding .
Well shout out to Wiz4Life anyway -
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:04 PM
I CAN’T FEEL MY FACE SON!!!!!!
damn i missed saying that last year
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:04 PM
Wow Antwan, Deshawn, the reign of threes, ya gotta love that!
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:04 PM
Hey Guys – just got in for the second half. We’re looking great at the moment. Caron and AJ are playing serious ball.
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:04 PM
man you got to give it to parker that was one heck of a move
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:04 PM
how many three’s for jamison? Sweet!
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:05 PM
back to back threee’s!!
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:05 PM
thanks Bridge you know im in here some were lol
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:05 PM
I am so enjoying this game!!!
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:05 PM
we definitely are playing much better tonight than we have in 5 preseason games thus far. good to see. let’s hope they can play this well when the regular season starts.
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:06 PM
It’s a great feeling watching this team again. There was a huge void in my life. Ha.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:06 PM
fun…. great great comments on the blog..love back and forth on ideas
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:07 PM
Hey (anyone) – hows Mason looking tonight (as a Spur)?
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:08 PM
“It’s a great feeling watching this team again. There was a huge void in my life. Ha.” – - Brickjp
Man I thought I was bad – that’s funny
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:09 PM
thanks for those stats guys; love the 14A and 26 FG points
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:10 PM
im so glad the wizards are back on tv now.. 6 more days till the regular season.. u bet i will be watching as many games as possible. i missed being on the blog all summer.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:11 PM
Bridge, he wasn’t very effective.
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:11 PM
giving up 3′s again? i hope not
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:11 PM
At least for tonight.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:12 PM
wizards continuing with a solid third quarter….. eddie jordan wnated to see his starters do well.. and they have ..etanb thoms 6 rebounds.
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:13 PM
pecherov is coming in….beware of the raining 3s
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:13 PM
Thanks GG (hope GG is ok, I’m fairly lazy so I try to abbreviate everything)
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:13 PM
and listen live link should be working at top of page
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:13 PM
GG is fine, I kind of like it actually.
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:13 PM
I was just thinking pesh was the only one yet to enter; hope he does well as the others!!
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:14 PM
ok that 3 stoped fallin time to find a new shot
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:14 PM
Pech being pech, shot that ball the second it hit his hand.
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:14 PM
“pecherov is coming in….beware of the raining 3s” – - wizbullman0
Well, to tell the truth, I’m pretty wet from the previous threes already…A storm is a-comin’…
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:15 PM
Darius with the nice lookin shot. I’m hoping for a productive year from him.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:15 PM
great d butler and dixon
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:15 PM
Nice hustle Juan and Caron.
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:16 PM
nice d guys!!
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:16 PM
NICK YOUNG IS TOUGH
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:16 PM
So – about Nick Young……is it the haircut?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
wow young
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
Nick is fire!
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
Go Juan — best move of the summer . . . was crushed when we let him go, so great to
have him back. AH NICK, love those silky moves. . . .
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
lmao.. is popovich trying to look like santa claus this year? he looks kinda funny..
and nice slam by NY!!!
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
wooooooooooooo man did you see that ha ha ha
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
He’ll burn you.
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
Wow!. Nick YOUNG. It IS the hair!
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
sounds like a little more intense these last few minutes; NY sweet!!
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:17 PM
Twan-juan-caron; kinda rhymes – that’s pretty crazy
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:18 PM
the bench let nick know that he is playing good look at em all standing
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:18 PM
Twan, Juan, Caron, Etan, DeShawn…..GILBERT
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:19 PM
Nick Young coming out party, love those bench cheerleaders — our guys like each
other, good chemistry
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:19 PM
i turned my back on the TV for 2 seconds and missed that monster slam.
That has happened twice already.
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:20 PM
LET THESE GUY FINISH OUT THE GAME
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:21 PM
Yeah, good chemistry, good to see.
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:21 PM
Wow; just 12 more intense minutes and they come away with a Win ON THE ROAD!! Go Wiz!!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:21 PM
about to play dunk on radio
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:22 PM
Which one – me or jp Wiz4Life lol…You know I’m just kinda crazy anyway…
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:22 PM
don’t forget post game call in show wioth glenn 301-984-2173
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:22 PM
good job, just 12 minutes left and we win a road game, even tho it’s preseason lol.
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:23 PM
both of you lol kinda just off in your own world
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:23 PM
Heres a question. I passed up Caron with the 5th pick in my fantasy draft. He was chosen at #9. Bad move? I’m starting to feel bad about it.
Comment from CRUNCHTIME RADIO
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:24 PM
GOOD PASS DIXON
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:24 PM
Very open Darius. Pick and Roll.
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:24 PM
how come i haven’t gotten a shout out yet DJ 
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:24 PM
starting 5 bench 5 just as strong on the floor and young is just going Agent 0 out there
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:25 PM
Well I’m very ‘worldly’ person Wiz4Life lol
I’m glad we ahead – Go Wiz!
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:26 PM
Juan is active and looking good.
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:26 PM
Blatche must have heard the comments about his off game! Go Andrey!
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:26 PM
Yea is Wiz talking trash?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:26 PM
good ball movement by wizards
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:26 PM
Awww poor TF – there’s still time for a shout out man
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:27 PM
dxon as alwways a pest
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:27 PM
great D creating some easy buckets
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:27 PM
Dixon looks smooth on the ball. I like that pickup.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:27 PM
mcguire in a two guard
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:29 PM
im just pointing out facts i dont talk trash to you guys i save that for the cavs blog
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:29 PM
interesting to see ddie try these combinations….but big thing from this night.. starters played well
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:30 PM
wheres JAVALE….lol
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:30 PM
I’m just messin’ around.
I think it’s important for us to win this game.
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:30 PM
bridge – last time i got a shout out i wasn’t on to hear it cuz i left to go study for a test….
do i need to announce i have an exam to study for to get a shoutout again (when i don’t really have one)
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:31 PM
Oooh, nice come-back…NOT! Naw I’m just kidding Wiz4Life, you know we cool . I’m ready for those crazy fans anyday…
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:31 PM
Big thanks to Glenn and DJ
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:32 PM
pech trying to be dr j
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:32 PM
yeah i am with you guys no hard feelings in here we got to have fun wile were up
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:33 PM
I didn’t know that teams can only dress 12 guys per game.
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:33 PM
“do i need to announce i have an exam to study for to get a shoutout again (when i don’t really have one)” – - TF
Well, just see – say that you have an exam again and see what happens LMAO. You are sooo serious about this shout-out lol.
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:34 PM
Haha love the Dr. J reference.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:34 PM
mcgee sweet jumper
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:34 PM
not everyday u see pecherov take it to the hole like that
Comment from Jason C
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:34 PM
Hey everybody, been following the game a bit…would like to see more inside scoring, I doubt we’ll shoot this well that often.
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:34 PM
Seven feet and shoots soft jumpers!1 Good lord!
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:35 PM
whose in now?
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:35 PM
Bridge – everyone likes to hear their name on the radio
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:35 PM
it really looked like a dr j move..just not as smooth
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:37 PM
you could film Dr. J getting outa bed and it would be smooth
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:37 PM
blatche dixon pech mcguire mcgee
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:38 PM
TF having to buy books for his courses: $100-$400
TF going to get some coffee due to having to stay up to study for exams: $3
TF getting a shout-out from DJ: Priceless
Lol – just messin with you man…
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:38 PM
udoka is killing us
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:39 PM
txs darius went out then, also will the team go to clevland directly or will they go back to DC first? anybody
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Andray getting frustrated.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:41 PM
haha, nice push in the back blatche
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:41 PM
dixon 4 point 4 assist looked good
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:41 PM
What the hec. This is a huge letdown at the moment.
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:41 PM
I think that that’s his problem: frustration
I agree Glenn…
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:42 PM
uhm… can we give it away in 3 minutes?
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:42 PM
you dont want to let this team get close at all
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:42 PM
spurs with guys fifhgtin for job need to finish
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:42 PM
oh please guys, let’s finish this
Comment from wizbulletman0
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:43 PM
gettin a little careless
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:44 PM
EJ is going to have to tell the guys to slow this game down and look for there shots dont just take the first think that you can get off
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:45 PM
yeah time to shut them down
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:45 PM
yes the listen here need to finish the job…..as we said this is a playoffs game for the spurs players on the floor
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:45 PM
yes. we need to finish this game.. it will be key to see how many close games we can pull out this year, and the games where we build a 15-20 point lead to finish off, even if it’s like a 5-10 pt lead.
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:46 PM
This is ridiculous.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:47 PM
right idea by mcgee
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:47 PM
Big shot.
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:47 PM
dee brown!
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:47 PM
Big three from a small guy.
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:47 PM
whooo … Dee for 3…
^^^i like that. DJ and glenn u should use it.
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:48 PM
he jumped right into him no way they could have called that no way
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:48 PM
and we will credit you tag flip
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:49 PM
Pech unlikely HERO!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:50 PM
pechhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:50 PM
He was open, he can get buckets.
Comment from Brickjp
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:50 PM
Did Desmond Farmer just get himself a job?
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:51 PM
yaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My team won and I won a dress on ebay!
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:51 PM
good game but that last qt was crazy i think that put a shock in the guys on the floor
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:51 PM
held on by our little finger.
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:52 PM
alright a win;
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:52 PM
99%, what a funny guy.
Comment from jewell
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:52 PM
Great game, high energy fun!
Thanks Dave & Glen for the kind words.
Hope to see you soon as we work our way back.
Jewell
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:53 PM
good call on the game Glenn and Dave… see you next game!
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:53 PM
See TF, I told you – they don’t let people down…
The Red Rooster speaks -
Comment from Bridge
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:54 PM
See you guys against those Cavs – I can’t wait; there will really be a party on the blog that day
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:54 PM
great nbight everyone THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH
301-984-2173 if you wnat to call Glenn in post game.
spred the word this is the place to be Friday night
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:55 PM
thanks a lot guys, really enjoyed blogging and watching.
anyone have any idea what the “lag” time is between tv and online? im gonna try syncing it w/my tivo the next game friday
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:57 PM
about 10 seconds tag flip!! the tv is about 10-15 seconds ahead of the live blog!! No wonder i was behind all the time, lol
Comment from TAG FLIP
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:59 PM
alright. i guess once the games are underway i can just pause my tv until the computer catches up. probably the easiest way to do it, unless someone else has an easier way to do it.
Comment from slwiz
Time October 22, 2008 at 11:06 PM
i think it’s closer to 10 it’s really not that bad; about 2 or 3 comments came in before i knew what was happening!! LOL
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 11:12 PM
As the chemistry gets better and the rotations get worked out I think this team, even with our injuries can be as competitive as they were last year.
Comment from Phemy
Time October 23, 2008 at 6:13 AM
…didnt’t watch/blog, had to get some sleep :\
But looks good, really nice to see Nick shine.
Heh, and about him not passing..i really liked the comment:
“The only guy from USC who is passing..is the quarterback” 
Comment from dmac
Time October 23, 2008 at 7:59 AM
Great win for the Wiz last night. A confidence builder. Now we need to take that same energy and passion to Cleveland to close out the pre-saeson with a win.
Nick was awesome last night. He seems so confident in his offensive skills. That is a good thing. If he can come off the bench like this during the season we will be saying Roger who?
I am always picking on Songalia but I was impressed with his play last night.
I truly beilieve we have someting special in Javale.
Comment from Tom Mandel
Time October 23, 2008 at 8:05 AM
Whew!
It was a treat to watch that game — especially after all the bad ones we’ve been laying down. Nick and Caron led the way, both having terrific games. I was especially impressed by the right side of Nick’s box: he got 4 rebounds, had only one turnover (and had a steal to balance that) and did not foul. Still no assists. Obviously, he shot phenomenally and looks like he can do that all night long.
Etan was solid, Darius was solid, DeShawn was solid. Nice to see that. Pech contributed, but he won’t be much of a weapon until those incessant threes start falling!
It’s very fun to watch JaVale, that’s for sure. But… he turned the ball over 4 times. When you scope out his line, he really didn’t contribute to the win. But, as I said, he is really fun to watch and has mega-potential.
Comment from aznzero
Time October 23, 2008 at 8:55 AM
sorry guys i haven’t been blogging like i used to a few years ago when this blog started. its just hard for me to get on when im focused on the game. alot of positive things to look at except the way we ended the game. one thing i noticed from the pistons game i went to and this game is the energy and the commitment on defense. if we play like that i believe we can achieve something big this year.
nick was on fire im not surprised. this is what we expect out of nick. i dont think anyone can guard him with that drive and pull up or fade away. we seen him take it to the hole last season and make some incredible shots.
like ive been saying javale is going to contribute right away. hes shown it in preseason playing about 20 mins a game. you gotta love his confidence, size, athletic ability, and his moves on the offense. expect to see alot of alley oops to him. he’s always telling his teammates to throw it up.
overall last night game was very entertaining on both sides of the floor. i liked how the veterans called out people and i think it really helped. looking forward to smash the one man team cavaliers.
Comment from wizkid034
Time October 23, 2008 at 9:54 AM
That was a HUGE win last night, despite the fact that is was only the preseason. A few observations after the game:
*JaVale McGee is the REAL deal. Brendan’s injury hurts, but the Wiz will eventually overcome it with Etan and JaVale playing like they did last night.
*Andray is woefully inconsistent. I am a supporter of his, but I do not see him ever being better than a 6th man. You look at JaVale and Andray and you see polar opposites.
*Nick Young is the BOMB! He will be able to help us fill the Gil hole offensively. NY is the 6th man on this team. I would have loved to see him play more with Caron, Antawn and Antonio. Once Gil comes back…WATCH OUT!!!!
*Juan Dixon and Pesh will be playing “Rock, Paper, Scissors” to see who is inactive game-to-game. I went through the numbers and I do not see it working out any other way. With Brendan’s injury and JaVale’s performances, you cannot have him as a regular on the inactive. Once Gil comes back, Juan might as well tape his arse to that inactive seat!
*Finally…the Wiz will be JUST FINE in the absence of Gil and Brendan. This squad has so much depth and chemistry. Folks are going to count us out before we even play, but the youth will serve.
Comment from zxhoya
Time October 23, 2008 at 10:15 AM
Tom Mandel Says:
October 23rd, 2008 at 8:05 AM:
“It’s very fun to watch JaVale, that’s for sure. But… he turned the ball over 4 times. When you scope out his line, he really didn’t contribute to the win.”
Tom you must not have seen the game. EJ played his starters the entire 1st quarter and JVM, AB, DomM, NY and DeeB the entire 2nd quarter and the reserves maintained the lead even when the Spurs starters returned to the game. J McGee was a big part of that strong 2nd quarter performance, he blocked and changed some shots, made some nice baskets and hustled all over the court.
JaVale played well last night, it’s really exciting to see him play.
Comment from neal
Time October 23, 2008 at 5:27 PM
I only saw the first half. Based on that I have two observations:
I am much relieved by Young’s play. Makes me feel MUCH better about Mason’s leaving.
Blatche still plays like a rookie. I’ll bet McGee will stop playing like a rookie before Blatche will.
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Comment from GlingGling
Time October 22, 2008 at 10:40 AM
Dave great to hear from you again. I’m looking forward to tonights game. Sadly I won’t be here for at least the first half. I’ll see if I can catch up and join you all for blogging in the second half.
I’d love to see nick out there and good to hear Antawn is looking at some good minutes tonight. I love Etan, JaVale, and Dray so I don’t mind who starts tonight. It’d be nice to see Juan being productive too. Let’s get out there and have a good game boys.