Gameday Grand Rapids
SportzWiz checking in…The Wizards return to the court tonight against the Detroit Pistons at 7:00pm…Blogcast will be underway at 7pm with all the usual suspects running the show…We will also have a listen live link up there so of course you can listen to Dave and Glenn announce the game from the Van Andel Arena.
Tonight is the fourth preseason games for both teams…it will also be the first time that Flip Saunders will see his former team, the Detroit Pistons. A lot of new faces on the Pistons roster since Flip was there two years ago…Gone are Rasheed Wallace and Chauncey Billups and in their place are Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva.
As far as the Wizards, today’s game marks the halfway point of the preseason and another dress rehearsal for the team before the season kicks off on October 27th, which is exactly two weeks from today. Once again game tips at 7 and we’ll have a listen live link for you up prior to the game.
5:06 PM….Dave and Glenn checking in from Van Andel Arena…..with the busy schedule there was no formal practice yesterday although the players all worked out on their own anyway…..had a great steak dinner last night…have yet to see any rapids…grand or otherwise….and was put on hold to see if they had any Special K cerial (thought this was the land of Kellog’s) ..they did have Special K….and this is actually a very nice town……Brendan Haywoodwill get another night off (it’s no big deal it is pre season so there is no need to rush)….Mike Miller will start at two-guard…..Caron Butler Antawn Jamison and Fabricio Oberto ….will make up the starting five… we start broadcasting at 7 on 106.7 FM and LISTEN LIVE LINK online….
Posted: October 13th, 2009 under Wizards.
Comments
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 10:20 AM
for some reason, I think Gil will be sitting out today.
Comment from SportzWiz
Time October 13, 2009 at 10:24 AM
reddog its possible. the team is playing three games in four nights which includes back to backs today and tomorrow, you may see a few guys sit. we’ll find out later 
.
Comment from Dakota Wizard
Time October 13, 2009 at 11:42 AM
Quick question any rumblings from the coaching staff about the slow start of Mike Miller..He’s said it isn’t about scoring points with him his main objective is to win but in Sunday’s game I was listening to the radio, PBP great job by the way Dave! you made a comment about Gil going up to Mike and telling hinm to shoot the ball..I don’t want to see him play like he did last season in Minnesota your thoughts!
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 12:00 PM
well Miller didn’t play in one preseason game. He’s done everythign but shoot well. He’s rebounding. passing and playing solid Defense.
Comment from Dakota Wizard
Time October 13, 2009 at 12:06 PM
He can do all of those things I just hope he shoots the ball a little more than a year ago. Hey this guy is multi talented I didn’t want people to get down on him if he doesn’t stroke the rock as much as he has in the past prior to last season in Minnesota.
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 12:12 PM
when the bullets start to fly. I honestly doubt scoring will be an issue with this team. It’s finding people that can consistantly do the little things. Miller not only can do them. He seems to enjoy doing them. Same with Stevenson.
Comment from Tom Mandel
Time October 13, 2009 at 12:13 PM
This is one of those “problems” that disappears under a minute or two of analysis. Yes, Mike’s shooting was down last year. But overall he had a great season. By my measure he was the 4th best 2 guard in the league.
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 12:16 PM
Tom what are you talking about?
Comment from wtop
Time October 13, 2009 at 12:21 PM
I bet some will sit tonight including Gil and a few others since the wizards play Lebron tomorrow on csn verses Cleveland
Comment from Tom Mandel
Time October 13, 2009 at 12:40 PM
reddog — Dakota Wizard was worrying about whether Miller would shoot enough. I’m not worried about that, because we have a zillion shooters on this team. His overall play last season was outstanding.
Dave Berri (my analysis guru) had him ranked 4th among shooting guards:
http://www.wagesofwins.com/Top152009.html
Comment from Dakota Wizard
Time October 13, 2009 at 1:27 PM
I was just concerned that the Wizard fans would come down on Mike if he didn’t score. The T-Wolve Bloggers just crucified him last year and I know for a fact that he was terrribly un happy in Minnesota. I love his game and your right there are enough shooters on this team. Miller does so many other things than can help the Wizards win he doesn’t need to score a lot pts every game. The great thing about this board is you all know the game…T-Wolve Fans are another story! It will be fun to watch the Wizards this season consistantly for the first time!
Comment from Dakota Wizard
Time October 13, 2009 at 1:33 PM
Just read the Post’s Article about tonight’s game looks like Mike will get a start at the SG against the Pistons..
Comment from Aj
Time October 13, 2009 at 2:56 PM
I think gil needs as much time as he can on the court to get his rythm back so he will be ready to go when the season starts.
Comment from AUNDRA
Time October 13, 2009 at 3:01 PM
Mike Miller I thought I knew was a sharp shooting machine
with no conscience. However the Mike Miller I see now has no three pointer shooting accuracy but just wants to fit in! This man has some rebounding ability but what did we bring him here for and thats being a THREE POINT SHOOTING MACHINE and keeping the pressure off the All-Stars! I hope the shooting guard spot will bring back Old Memories and he just explodes like he did in college and when he first came into the league! I know Ben Gordon will be shooting like crazy so how are we going to stop him and what counter punch will we have to stop his offensive borages! I would definitely like to also see P.Davis out there to see if he gets into fouls trouble or will thrive offensively when he plays with the real pros out there. Rebounds , freethrows made , fastbreaks will be a factor!
Comment from neal
Time October 13, 2009 at 3:20 PM
Miller is our most accurate shooter from 3 point range, and from 2 point range excepting the centers. I’d certainly rather see him shoot jump shots than anyone else. I hope nothing serious is going on in his head to restrain him.
Comment from AUNDRA
Time October 13, 2009 at 3:57 PM
The fourth quarter disappearing act is a keep sake here in the past but it definitely doesn’t have to be the future. We must turn up the defense and control the clock with penetration and freethows .However most likely the hometown can hack at well and then we’ll have to go immediately to plan B. We have to start the block party and three point borages until the game is over!
Comment from Tom Mandel
Time October 13, 2009 at 4:14 PM
Miller did everything better last year than the year before, except he shot less (4 fewer attempts per 40 minutes), and his 3pt% was a little down. He shot 55% from 2 point range — a great number! Had more rebounds and assists, more blocks, fewer turnovers, fewer fouls, and about the same on steals.
I’m not worried about Mike Miller.
Comment from Rick
Time October 13, 2009 at 4:41 PM
Look at the shooting percentages of the guys supposedly vying for the starting 2 spot:
Young 36%
Miller 27%
Foye 26%
Stevenson 40% (but only a few shots)
I know it is only preseason, but that is pretty ugly.
I’ve been saying this for at least 2 years now, but the best 2-man we’ve got is Caron Butler. Start him at the 2 and slide Andray in at the 4 and that is our best lineup.
People say “But Antawn can’t really guard opposing 3′s”, well he doesn’t really guard opposing 4′s either, but if it is that big an issue, then let Andray guard the 3.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:29 PM
5:06 PM….Dave and Glenn checking in from Van Andel Arena…..with the busy schedule there was no formal practice yesterday although the players all worked out on their own anyway…..had a great steak dinner last night…have yet to see any rapids…grand or otherwise….and was put on hold to see if they had any Special K cerial (thought this was the land of Kellog’s) ..they did have Special K….and this is actually a very nice town……Brendan Haywoodwill get another night off (it’s no big deal it is pre season so there is no need to rush)….Mike Miller will start at two-guard…..Caron Butler Antawn Jamison and Fabricio Oberto ….will make up the starting five… we start broadcasting at 7 on 106.7 FM and LISTEN LIVE LINK online….
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:30 PM
Rick, like you said it’s preseason. Let’s come back to shooting percentages when we hit 10 regular season games.
Like Tom, I like that Miller did everything better last year than shoot. He showed us for the majority of his career that he could shoot, last year he showed us just how good he is at everything else. Combined… can you say starter?
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:32 PM
D&G, I’m actually pretty happy that Brendan is taking another night off. You’re so right it’s preseason and there is no need to be pushing things. Also you did not list the point guard in the starting five, I assume Gil is starting?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:45 PM
Yeah Brendan is here and he worked out in the optional work outs yesterday..
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:48 PM
Tom, I just read your response to me from yesterday and I resent that. You basically made it sound like I was being the ultimate homer. What proof do you have that we are not on those teams level? We have just as much talent and are finaly healthy. People said the same thing about Orlando last year and now look. We were with those teams before the injuries hit and I bet anything that we will be in that group again this year
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:48 PM
Hey DJ, I heard Flip talking about the floor being extremely slippery and that he might sit Gil out also because of it. Have you noticed the floory being slippery?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:53 PM
interesting dlts20….flip did not say anything to me..and i have not noticed it…but now that you mention it i will take a close look…they have a minor league hockey team here but the ice is NOT down….
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:54 PM
Rick, for as much as Jamison has a hard time guarding 3s/4s they have as hard a time guarding him. He is so unconventional even great defense can be rendered meaningless against his offense. It’s a trade-off.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:55 PM
and i do know brendan was on this floor yesterday—not game situation—and i am looking at brendan working out now…but maybe just an extra precaution
Comment from Phemy
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:55 PM
http://www.nba.com/2009/news/10/13/wizards.fine/index.html
… heh! He’s not quitting with the “no talk” attitude eh? ;>
Going to bed now, too tired to stay up. But… GO WIZARDS!
cheers
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 5:58 PM
Phemy, wow, that is like one of those well timed technical fouls. I doubt he’ll do it again, but he obviously did it to send a clear message.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:14 PM
see you next time phemy
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:26 PM
and again the two-guard rotation contunes tonight with Milke Miller who started at the 3 Sunday…going at the 2
Comment from Aj
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:44 PM
Can you repeat who will start at point guard tonight?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:51 PM
pistosn will go with…stuckey hamilton kwame brown ben wallace and tayshaun prince
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:52 PM
wizards will have arenas and miller in the back court oberto in the middle with butler and jamison as the forwards…and great to have you with us aj
Comment from Aj
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:53 PM
They are putting out a pretty good line up.
Comment from Aj
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:54 PM
Thanks DJ. I will miss the game tomorrow because I will be at the USA’s soccer World Cup Qualifier.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:58 PM
hey that should be cool…great they have qualified again but still important…i broadcast dc united on saturday
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 6:59 PM
only ben wallace ( who is no back with the pistons) hamilton stcukey and prince are left on the pistons from when flip saunders coached detroit…
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:00 PM
broadcast starts at 7…in a couplke of seconds wiht flip comments
Comment from CB3
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:04 PM
to bad the games not on tv but i look forward to listening to you guys on the radio. Go wiz
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:06 PM
hey cb3 welcome back and great to have you with us…interesting to see miller and arenas the starting back court
Comment from CB3
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:08 PM
yea i think that could be a good starting duo.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:09 PM
as we just talked about pre season game snow 4 didfferet starting t 2 guards
Comment from CB3
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:10 PM
its good to see that we’re mixing it up, trying to find the right combo.
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:11 PM
good matchups on both sides tonight. Should be a fun game and I want to see how Miller chases Rip around the screens
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:13 PM
Brendan will be fresh for tomorrow to play against shaq and Z.
Comment from avic
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:14 PM
Flip said Brendan won’t play tomorrow either so he can get four more days rest.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:15 PM
butler great move on prince just no basket
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:15 PM
i still dont think Arenas is a pass first point gard he needs to cut back on the all pass no shot thing i watched the one game and you can tell there slacking off him
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:16 PM
have a bad feeling about this game. It just seems like were due for a letdown. If they play well tonight then that bodes well for us
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:17 PM
wow oberto can pass
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:19 PM
Arenas scoring always puts a smile on my face.
Comment from scj190
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:20 PM
I know its only pre-season, but i think the Wiz need to start getting a winning feeling around the place.
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:20 PM
Gilbert Arenas is off to a hot start 
. This bodes well for us. Hopefully he can get back to all-star form.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:22 PM
arenas really got the best of gordon…also had a great feed to miller in the corner missed the three but those will go down…again miller is 8th among active players in 3 pt %
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:23 PM
going small both team
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:24 PM
not on tv right?
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:24 PM
avic, oh I didn’t hear that. I guess we’ll get to see how ‘Berto and McGee do against the big guys.
Comment from neal
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:24 PM
The thing Oberto is paticularly good at for a center is assists (according to his stats). But is that enough to play him over McGee?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:25 PM
some good d by gil… flip says arenas has been terrifc off ball defender
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:25 PM
Is Detroit playing its starters?
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:26 PM
I always liked Wilcox’s game
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:26 PM
arenas stevenson blkacthe butler jamison right now
Comment from Rick
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:27 PM
booo, no box score tonight
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:28 PM
Agreed Oberto is our best passing Center by far
Comment from fishercob
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:28 PM
Good evening Dave and Coach Consor. Please keep us updated on how the Wiz look on the boards.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:28 PM
Boxscore still not up.
mcgeemaniac, I’ve admired Wilcox’s game in the past. He plays with a lot of power and very aggressive at the rim.
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:28 PM
Is it just me or does Andrey Blatch seem like a foul-prone player? He tends to pick up more fouls than other players do. If he can get past that I think he can be a better player…
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:28 PM
detroit stsrted its starters
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:29 PM
D.steve has his shots been going in for him so far?
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:30 PM
argh, is someone going to guard Wilcox?
Comment from fishercob
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:31 PM
man, these easy dunks for wilcox are of concern. Glenn, what does this team need to do to become a tougher defensive team on the interior?
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:31 PM
there’s a boxscore on yahoo sports…
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:31 PM
Loved the description of Arenas flying out there on the court Dave. Very comforting for a Wiz fan.
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:31 PM
Read that article today about how Arenas inspires Bynum, sounds like its working so far
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:31 PM
Neal, McGee pretty much doesn’t pass at all. He pretty much plays Tyson Chandler’s game. Like a lot of big men, he needs time to develop. Oberto is developed and savvy.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:31 PM
Thanks zonkerbl I was looking for one
Comment from scj190
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:32 PM
Are the wiz undersized in terms of bulk compared to other teams? if so is this a major problem for us?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:32 PM
fishercob thanks that is a key point wiz pout reboudned 11-8 jamison 6 reboudns
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:32 PM
good comments on wilcox
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:33 PM
more & more each game Gil is starting to take over. You can tell he’s getting more confidence and starting to feel more dominant. If he plays like this then we will be hard to beat when the season starts.
Im not worried about his turnovers. To me thats a combination of him being rusty, us using so many different guys, everyone trying to learn the system, us using a vanilla offense, and his hand injury. He will be fine. Besides, the leaders in turnovers are always the best players because they have the ball so much. Its always guys like Nash & Wade who are at the top
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:33 PM
FisherCob, the weak inside presence is, and this is an excuse, probably a result of Brendan not being in the middle. From what I know of the Wizards from past seasons he is essentially the voice the creates the cohesion on the defense.
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:33 PM
Wilcox is a player that teases you with his play but disappears for long stretches. Very athletic but never has put it together
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:34 PM
Wow, I didn’t know Maxiell can shoot!
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:34 PM
Maxiel, like all athletic and powerful PFs, gives Jamison a ton of trouble
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:34 PM
Maxiell is a beast, especially when he plays us
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:34 PM
arenas passed up 2 shots on that play
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:35 PM
our passing has been awesome this preseason. Gil, Miller, Blatche, and Oberto have been excellent at passing
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:35 PM
cmurch, Wilcox is much like Blatche in the “potential” category. There were some discussions on the blog last year about a trade between the two.
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:35 PM
come on Gil, dont start passing everytime just because you have one miss. You have to shoot that
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:36 PM
I also think because he’s takened 5 shots, that he wasnt going to shoot no matter what that time because it wouldve seen like he was a hog but he was wide open. You have to shoot that
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:37 PM
2nd chance rebound every single game is killing us
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:37 PM
Awwww yeah, gotta give myself props for that one!!!!
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:37 PM
YAY! First buzzer beater of the season for Gil?
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:38 PM
come on loose cannon. That isnt even a question with Gil : )
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:38 PM
Nice call LooseCannon!
I love Arenas!
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:38 PM
Wilcox is a much more explosive leaper in comparison to Blatche. Blatche is more skilled. IMO.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:39 PM
10 points for arenas
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:39 PM
Yeah Blatche is not too athletic, he is though a very skilled and agile for a 7 footer
Wilcox has always been explosive, like I said I have liked his game.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:40 PM
cmurch, Blatche is more skilled that most PFs in the league (but also less consistent than most of the PFs in the league).
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:40 PM
Haha, yeah…… “The Outcome was decided long ago” LOL
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:41 PM
foye miller and mcgee in
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:41 PM
Damn, Dsteve had the I can’t feel my face loaded and read to go
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:42 PM
Did anyone else read the article about the fouls per game with the new refs? If worse comes to worst with the old refs I think the problems will obviously smooth out eventually.
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:42 PM
I am hoping to see Mike Miller get his shot going tonight. He has been doing everything else already, but I wanna see him get hot from the perimeter.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:42 PM
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:40 PM
Haha, yeah…… “The Outcome was decided long ago” LOL
I love that commercial.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:43 PM
Boxscore is UP!
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:44 PM
I really wanna see the Blatche/McGee combo get a good run in here in the 2nd. Hoping they can play some strong Defense in the paint and get out on the breaks and finish.
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:45 PM
NBA Players from Sweden: Damir Markota, Jonas Jerebko, Miles Simon (born in Sweden)
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:46 PM
Dave, When did we sign Dominic McGee?
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:46 PM
Is McGee taking bad shots?
Comment from truthaboutit
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:47 PM
Sweden … according to Basketball-Reference.com, Mile Simon is the only Sweden-born player to ever play in the NBA … and he doesn’t really count.
Sefolosha is the only Switzerland-born player in NBA history.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:48 PM
I would like to see Randy Foye have a good shooting game today
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:49 PM
Come on, we know Stevenson can’t penetrate
Comment from truthaboutit
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:49 PM
@ LooseCAnnon … I don’t think Markota or Jerebko ever actually played a ‘real’ NBA game.
And I guess we should mention that Joakim Noah’s mom is Swedish.
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:51 PM
I found 3 players from Sweden listed….Jonas Jerebko, Miles Simon, and Damir Markota
Comment from tyrone20000
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:51 PM
Stevenson Miller & Foye in at the same time?
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:51 PM
MCGEEEEE I LOVE IT WHEN HE DUNKS
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:51 PM
you are prolly right truthaboutit, might be the case
JAVICIOUS!!!!
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:52 PM
haha, nice call!
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:52 PM
I love all our new guys. All of them bring something different and something weve needed
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:52 PM
LOL I know odd huh tyrone, and McGuire is playing PF right now, Flip is really experimenting with these lineups here
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:52 PM
stretch of bad shots for wizards biut now better…and truthabout it thanks for the reserahc we are about to get to that
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:53 PM
Mike Miller has 4 rebounds already
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:53 PM
The Wizards need to defend the 3s more. I have a feeling if they don’t defend the 3s it’ll be a really difficult game for them here on out.
Comment from truthaboutit
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:53 PM
When I heard that Will Bynum might be better than Stuckey, I didn’t really believe it … seems like I should now.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:54 PM
What is up with Nick Young today, is he sitting out?
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:54 PM
yeah, see I couldn’t log in as Zonker Brainless…
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:55 PM
Mike Miller just seems to do everything on the court. I am really impressed with his play, even without the shot falling. That will come sooner rather than later. I think he really is gonna help this team succeed.
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:55 PM
forgot my password…
Comment from sharpsburg23
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:56 PM
Why is it that fans of other teams think we are nothing…have we went that far down the list even with all the injuries.
Comment from millie mill
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:57 PM
Hey everyone, Glad to see Nick get in the game
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:58 PM
sharpsburg it is because nba fans have short term memories…all they remember is our 19 win season last year
Comment from scj190
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:58 PM
miller is great for us on hussle
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:58 PM
McGee guns when he gets the ball in the post. He seems to have been knocking everything down lately tho, so I guess its workin.
Comment from truthaboutit
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:59 PM
Thanks for the shot out guys … but just to be on point, Miles Simon did play 5 games for the Orlando Magic in 98-99.
Comment from scj190
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:59 PM
yeah mill mill, im definatly on the nick bandwagon
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:59 PM
When Grunfeld and who played together? Wasn’t paying attention.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 7:59 PM
we will suprise them sharpsburg 23
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:00 PM
He is finally getting over MJ yelling at him and making him cry
Comment from tyrone20000
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:00 PM
Now we have to get Blatche like that (Brown)
Comment from millie mill
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:01 PM
Hey scj190, I hope nick gets the starting job
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:01 PM
NY has been fading in the last couple of games. He better watch out. We already know that Foye & Miller are in the rotation. If he keeps slipping then he’s definatly going to lose that final spot to Deshawn or maybe even James
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:01 PM
gf says I should invent Zonker Ball now…
Comment from AUNDRA
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:02 PM
DJ
Nick Young Forcing is he shot or is he in the flow with his shots.The team as a whole have we made just 1 three so far by R.Foye.
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:02 PM
sharpsburg23 … it’s because we haven’t had a healthy team in a long time. I’ve always said when we’ve had a healthy team we can play .500 ball. It’s our time to prove ourselves. I think the Wizards can still play ball.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:02 PM
mcgee was on kwame when he was in
Comment from fishercob
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:02 PM
Glenn, you were a 4-year starter for coach Pitino at BU. What could Coach Pitino say to Gilbert to make him a better defender at the point?
Comment from truthaboutit
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:03 PM
Kuester played in KC in 77-78.
Grunfeld started in KC in 79-80.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:03 PM
nick has been in the flow…shot just off…got to his spot last time
Comment from truthaboutit
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:04 PM
I’d love to hear Glenn break down the differences between Fab Oberto and Darius Songaila at some point ….
Comment from sharpsburg23
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:04 PM
From the time Jordan went to DC, Ive been a Wizard fan. Stackhouse and Hamilton…Every since the first series with the Bulls and the series with the heat, I have believed in this Wizards team. The Wizards will be tough and Im going for 2nd in the East in a battle of games. Wizards make it a good one in the ECF…winning or not…we will see!
Comment from truthaboutit
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:04 PM
Just for the record, Keuster ONLY played for the KC Kings for that one season (77-78) …
Grunfeld from 79-80 to 81-82.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:05 PM
nice post up by nick
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:06 PM
nick young is back to using post moves? thank god, i always thought he was great in the post.
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:06 PM
aw, beat me to it
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:07 PM
This is what Ive been calling for forever. I so love Flip. I said that we are the worst team in the league in recognizing mismatches. Therre are games when we have guys like Gordon or TJ Ford guarding NY who is a great post player and has a million inches on them but they never would iso him. Now Flip is herr and he immediatly screams it out
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:08 PM
Man, it sure is gonna be weird to finally see this Pistons team on TV after all the years of the same players.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:08 PM
nice steal and break and we will ctahc up with other questions
Comment from scj190
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:08 PM
yeah nick! love your work
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:08 PM
As soon as Gil comes in NY starts to dominate
Comment from tyrone20000
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:09 PM
Glad to hear NY gettin rebounds
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:09 PM
gil needs to go back to his ft routine, he’s been missing a lot of fts.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:09 PM
This is remarkable — we actually have the FT advantage so far this game
Comment from AUNDRA
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:09 PM
DJ
Hows the Wizkids freethrow percentage so far!
Comment from neal
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:10 PM
dlts20, Arenas has had a high turnover rate ever since he’s been in the league. His career rate is by far the highest on the Wiz. I think it’s because his confidence leads him to try to do too much, such as by risky passing or trying to dribble between defenders. Similarly, he has often shot too much. Hopefully his maturity will finally teach him to trust his teammates more.
Comment from fishercob
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:10 PM
If Gil is creating layups for Oberto, he’s well on his way to being back!
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:10 PM
DJ, when you talk to Gil, tell him he needs to go back to the free throw routine where he puts the ball behind his back 3 times.
Comment from scj190
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:11 PM
i think thats a good point about young playing well when arenas is in…maybe something for flip to recognise
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:11 PM
FT% about 76 for now.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:12 PM
AUNDRA:
Wizards 13-17 FT, .765
Pistons 8-14 FT, .571
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:14 PM
scj90 it is a good point..it is what flip said he will look at the combinations that work best
Comment from Ed Wood
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:14 PM
Gil’s high turnover rate is a product of the number of possessions per game that involve him doing something with the ball. He’s not actually especially turnover prone when you look at his turnover rate on a per-possession basis.
Both Jamison and Butler are abnormally good at not turning the ball over, so Arenas looks even worse by comparison.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:14 PM
This is a low assist game, only 16 between both teams.
Comment from Tom Mandel
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:14 PM
Note that McGuire came in and a few minutes later we were back in the lead after being 7 down.
(Of course, it was *me* who was criticizing +/- just yesterday!! )
Comment from fishercob
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:16 PM
Glenn, thanks for that answer. It brought back some memories to some tough practices at JDS!
Comment from LooseCannon
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:16 PM
Defense also makes you use much more energy than offense, so alot of offensive guys tend to slack more on the defensive side. Thats why guys that can do both are that much more valuable.
Comment from Rook
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:16 PM
I notice we see very little of a “young” line up (Young, McGee, McGuire, Blatche, Foye, for instance)….
Instead we’re seeing Arenas and Jamison with Young and Blatche…..
Or Jamison and Butler with Foye and Young….
Is that something Flip Saunders is doing on purpose?
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:16 PM
on the arenas question…glenn just made a good point about how arenas could get even lower in his defensive stance
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:17 PM
Haha Tom, he does have the highest +/- for the Wiz at halftime.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:23 PM
the net is brojen at one end
Comment from Tom Mandel
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:25 PM
This is funny — they may have to call the game because the net is torn!! I love it.
Comment from RedFox57
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:27 PM
Are things so bad in Detroit that they can not buy a net? Someone will have to bail them out!!!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:29 PM
wiz ft% 76
pistons 9/16 from the line 56%
wiz only one for sveen beyond the arc
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:30 PM
this net stringing looks complicated
Comment from sharpsburg23
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:30 PM
Will Gil lead the team in ppg/apg, or both?
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:32 PM
this isn’t hockey. let the +/- go.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:33 PM
haha there comments about the net are hilarious
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:33 PM
sharpsburg, I am guessing both
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:34 PM
Imagine someone tuning in for the first time right now
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:34 PM
yeah that’s me.. had no idea what the hell was going on
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
a blowtorch? what in the
Comment from Aj
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
yea we win!! But foreal everyone has played without a net before.
Comment from fishercob
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
Guys, following up on the Arenas/D question, it’s well documented that he’s a complete gym rat. Have you seen anything to indicate that he’s shifted any of his focus to improving his D as opposed to just his O?
Comment from Rook
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
So if the Wizards had all that time to shoot around, while Detroit just stood – We should expect the Wizards to come out smoking in the 3rd quarter.
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:36 PM
thought Gil was going to sit tonight. If he plays tomorrow. the the he and the team docs must really feels he’s 100%
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:36 PM
well flip says he has been the best off the ball weak side defense… and that is another sign his knee is strong as he takes charges…needs to focus on ball
Comment from tyrone20000
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:38 PM
Do you think floor balance is affecting his shot?
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:39 PM
How do you practice D by yourself in the gym at 3 in the morning?
Comment from Ed Wood
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:39 PM
Miller passing up his shot was actually a bit of an issue in Minnesota last year. (Of course he takes one as I type this) Has he said anything about what he sees his role to be on this team with respect to his outside shooting?
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:40 PM
oberto is making me regret saying how much i hating us signing him.
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:41 PM
Mike Miller has 7 rebounds tonight.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:41 PM
lol good question zonkerbl
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:41 PM
good concession gray16 he has been terrific especially on d
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:42 PM
great ball movement… sounds like everyone’s getting used to flip’s system.
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:42 PM
I only saw the 3rd quarter of the Raps game but Gil actually looked great on D that quarter
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:44 PM
I was at the home game the other day. When off the ball, he really seems to be in the right place all the time. He talks a lot too. Haywood is great at talking on the Defensive end.
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:44 PM
man I love this team, our new guys, and the way that Miller crashes the boards like he’s Rodman
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:45 PM
Flip really emphasizes talking on D
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:45 PM
This is probably the starting lineup — Miller just offers too much to not play a lot.
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:45 PM
miller seems to be a rebounding machine. it seems like even when his shot is not falling, he’s going to contribute to the team in some way.
Comment from Slowhand
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:46 PM
DJ/Glen, do you think the McGee could play PF or do you think that he is only a Center?
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:46 PM
Check that, Oberto obviously replaced by Haywood. But then Jamison, Butler, Miller and Arenas.
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:46 PM
imagine the starting lineup of gil, miller, butler, twan, jamison…
i can’t see that team getting outrebounded much
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:47 PM
HIBACHI IS BACK!
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:47 PM
lol not jamison, meant haywood
but arenas is on fire, watch out
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:47 PM
It’s great to see Gilbert Arenas back to his all-star form here. He seems to be really coming back to his form right now.
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:47 PM
I love you Gil. Welcome back. Also, great D by Oberton
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:47 PM
Arenas is looking really good and very quick. Love it. Miller, my boy from So.Dak, is bringing it.
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:47 PM
*It’s great to see that Gilbert Arenas IS back to his all-star form.
Comment from Rook
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:48 PM
Wizards 5-9 in the 2nd half so far – I guess the extra shooting at the Half helped.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:48 PM
gray16…twan and jamison in the same lineup
;-p
jk I know you mean Haywood and I agree with you
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:48 PM
Man, we cant keep playing good D only to give up the Offensive board. It keeps us from blowing teams out and maintaing runs
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
arenas just terrific
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
HIBACHI HIBACHI HIBACH
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
why isn’t this game on TV
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
Heat up the Hibachi
Comment from fishercob
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:51 PM
why would Detroit give Gordon $11M per year when they have Stuckey, Bynum and Rip. Even if Gordon’s better, he’s not THAT much better, no?
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:51 PM
Gil getting his life
Comment from AUNDRA
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
Will the Wizards blow another lead or will they excell.
Bloggers what do you think!
Comment from Slowhand
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
I am surprised on how these replacement refs are doing. Not bad for a bunch of guys pulled off the streets.
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
AJ gets hacked and Miller gets busted up but somehow we get no call in our favor and they get a call in there favor. Crazy
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
Detroit grossly overpaid for Ben Gordon. Did the same for Charlie V…
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:53 PM
since they’ll play the bench long minutes in the fourth.. you never know Aundra
Comment from Rook
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:53 PM
reddog271 asked “why isn’t this game on TV”
Because we’re not playing the Lakers, the Celtics or the Cavaliers…..
That’s why.
Comment from reddog271
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:53 PM
They need to get the real refs back quickly
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:53 PM
Not on TV, wait for reg season every game is aired.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
arenas on fire glenn says he is back
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
Fishercob, look who there GM is. Now look at Gordon. He’s half Dumars and half Vinny Johnson. Also, some think Rip is gone after this year and alot of people are starting to think that Bynum is better than Stucky
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
“Here’s my statement, you ready? He’s back”
NICE
Comment from Rook
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
We gotta start calling Arenas , 3rd quarter Assassin
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
I’m going to quote you on that Glenn.
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
GILBERT IS GOD!!!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
another great break
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:55 PM
I guess that fine really fired Gil up
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:55 PM
Arenas is killing it
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:56 PM
Wait so did Mike Miller get injured? I think that’s what I heard the announcer said. So is anyone watching the game? He’s not doing that bad is he?
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:56 PM
If the bench blows the game in the 4th — that isn’t really that important. This is the preseason — winning the games amounts to nothing and counts for nothing during the regular season.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:56 PM
yes every regula seaosn game is on tv adn we do radio
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:56 PM
this is the better version of arenas. hitting shots, but not forcing it, attacking more, and getting assists while doing it.
Comment from Rook
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:57 PM
5 TO’s for Arenas – not good…. The rest of his game has been stellar though.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:57 PM
Agreed completely gray16 and I do not care what anyone says, this team is always best when Arenas is going
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:58 PM
Wow, these refs. Come on NBRA, let’s get that collective bargaining agreement signed!
Comment from Ed Wood
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:58 PM
Oh he’s back. Those words are sweeter to my ears than Sade to whoever is in charge of music at airports.
Comment from tyrone20000
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:58 PM
Winning the game always count…
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:59 PM
Come on NY & Blatche. You got to make that play
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:59 PM
This crowd is getting really into it
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 8:59 PM
I really hope the Wizards don’t blow the lead. I really want a win tonight.
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:01 PM
21 points 4 assists and a lead, that’s what i’m talking about
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:02 PM
good post up arenas
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:03 PM
arenas is jst on attacjk
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:03 PM
Dave, interesting you said that there is a good battle between Will Bynum and Gilbert Arenas because they scrimmaged together at Attack Athletics.
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:04 PM
i think this is what we all needed. just one game for arenas to show us he’s truly back.
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:04 PM
This is the new Gil that he promised. Less 3′s and more driving and mid range J’s.
Just have to cut down on the turnovers and make the FT’s
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:05 PM
Ok, Arenas is playing great. Can we sit him now? I’m nervous about all the minutes he’s playing.
Comment from Ed Wood
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:06 PM
Was that a travel?
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:06 PM
can we find replacement refs for the replacement refs. or better yet just bring back the old ones.
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:07 PM
blatche’s +/- is -11
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:08 PM
Detroit’s back court is really powerful, about as scary as ours.
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:08 PM
we do need the old refs i know people always say the refs do this and that but at least they let the teams play the game i hate to see 187 freethrows
Comment from truthaboutit
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:08 PM
What a game guys … thanks for taking us along.
Wonder if you’ll be able to interview Gil considering today’s events.
Comment from tyrone20000
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:10 PM
I believe in the +/- too
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:10 PM
good question we will try good quarter
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:10 PM
I have a feeling David Stern is talking to the NBRA now. I think by the time the regular season starts we’re gonna have our old refs back.
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:11 PM
I really want the refs back. I thought they were bad before. But they’re a lot better than these people. I’ll be all okay with the old refs if they don’t rig the games for the stars.
Comment from fishercob
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:11 PM
Dave, I know Anthony Parker and Will Bynum (amongst others) have had big success playing pro ball in Israel. Wouldn’t you agree that Glenn Consor was really the guy that made it cool? Basically all these guys are just following him?
Comment from Gotabigboyoffense
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:11 PM
DJ and GC, GREAT job on the blogcast.
Comment from RedFox57
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:12 PM
Sometimes when Gil has a good night, some of our Wizards tend to lay back and let Gil do his stuff vs. playing hard and helping create opportunities… how is the others reacting to Gil?
Comment from Gotabigboyoffense
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:14 PM
Zero is the key to everything. Glad to hear that he is playing b-ball toight and not playing mind-games
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:14 PM
nick should just post up ben gordon all day long.
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:14 PM
They really need Gilbert Arenas back in. I really don’t want them to blow the lead here.
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:16 PM
I would like to see Jamison and James go out of the game right now for McGee and Foye
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:17 PM
thanks for all the comments…i think it heklps make it fun to connect courtside….. i will surporise glenn with your q fishercob
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:17 PM
need some haywood… thanks for the shout out
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:17 PM
haywood taking night off…flip has had great plays off timwouts
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:18 PM
that makes two of us mcgeemaniac
and thanks for the shout outs dj
Comment from dcbutler357
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:19 PM
Just wondering, who’s the bigman coach for us now?
Comment from Rook
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:20 PM
Wow this is a small ball line up…
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:21 PM
Everyone said McGee looked lost in camp but dude is a straight gamer. He’s killed it in every game
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:22 PM
MCGEE IS SUCH A BALLER
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:22 PM
bout time mcgee got in there lol
Comment from Ed Wood
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:23 PM
I wonder how much of an impact Jamison and his style have influenced the post games of Blatche and McGee. I love to watch Antawn but is that stuff something that can be taught?
Comment from CB3
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:24 PM
whats the score, i lost radio connection?
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:25 PM
McGee does some great things but follows that with real bone-headed plays. Must drive a coach a little crazy.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:25 PM
87-86 pistons 5:34 to go
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:26 PM
If McGee would take a Chris Anderson-type role, he would be well served — but he thinks he is a much better offensive player than is actually the case. He should be putting back misses and playing defense and bringing energy. He should not be looking for his own shot.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:26 PM
not really a sepcific big man coach gene banks works with them
Comment from Rook
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:26 PM
87-86 Detroit
Detroit about to shoot 2 Free Throws
Comment from cmurch
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:27 PM
The young guys are not doing a good job done the stretch of this 4th quarter. What is NYoung doing?
Comment from scj190
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:28 PM
Gil finished for the night?
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:28 PM
NY better wakeup for he loses traction in the rotation. Everytime I say that though he ususally scores on the next play. Actually, Dom may come pass NY & Deshawn
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:28 PM
good job young guys.. putting in some nice work
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:28 PM
I don’t know. I hope he comes back for the last few minutes at least…
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:29 PM
i wouldn’t have a problem with that dlts.
but wouldn’t it be what tom mandel has been saying for a while now lol
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:29 PM
in preseason the starters/Vets play 1st and 3rd the rest is back ups and rookies
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:30 PM
i think gil caron anatanw all done
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:31 PM
it’s pretty bad when most of the guys in this lineup were in the starting lineup last season
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:34 PM
i hope mike miller isn’t falling into that trap he did last season of not taking shots when he should.
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:34 PM
The Mike Miller stuff is serious because if you go to the Wolves boards thats all they talked about. How, he’s supposed to be a top notch shooter but all he did was pass up shot after shot. Now he’s doing it with us too. He’s got to shoot the ball
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:35 PM
miller great shot
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:35 PM
i would say its just the fact that most the guys on the floor with him are guys that are not going to get shots like that in the season
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:35 PM
speaking of miller lol
Comment from dcbutler357
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:35 PM
Gene Banks, from Duke? Cooool, he was a bruiser 
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:35 PM
I really wish I can see the highlights of this game somewhere. I want to see Arenas and McGee playing like studs.
Comment from tyrone20000
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:36 PM
I think miller was too concerned about floor balance that could lead to a fast break layup when he shoots.
Comment from dcbutler357
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:36 PM
It’s coming together before our eyes/ears….YES, composure while Gil is out, the prayers are answered
Comment from peej9999
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:37 PM
Great job Glenn and Dave. Thanks for doing the blog during the game. 300+ comments and it’s only preseason!
Do you know if there will be any video highlights on the news tonight? I’d love to see those JM jams…
Comment from mcgeemaniac
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:37 PM
MCGEE HAS DOMINATED ALL PRESEASON I REALLY WISH I CAN SEE THESE MCGEE HIGHLIGHTS AFTER THE GAME!
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:37 PM
man i wish i could see all of this, because every 20 seconds javale is doing something big
Comment from Ed Wood
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:37 PM
Grunfeld isn’t given the credit that he’s due for drafting McGee. Nobody else seemed to appreciate just how dynamic his athleticism was prior to the draft.
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:38 PM
mcgee is outting on a show and this unti is showing signs it can finish
Comment from dcbutler357
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:39 PM
THAT’S THE MENTALITY WE’VE BEEN WAITING FOR
IF I CAN REACH THE RIM, LOOKOUT WORLD (leave those jumpers alone)
AND DO THIS EVERY GAME….LOL
Comment from gbkdc
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:41 PM
come on defense
Comment from Gilfanatic
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:42 PM
Woot. Mike Miller helped a lot there. Now if they can pull this off with the last 14 seconds of the game that would be great.
Comment from zonkerbl
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:42 PM
alright, winning a game with d. nice!
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:43 PM
800 636 1067 for post game show
Comment from sharpsburg23
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:44 PM
The Wizards looked good all around. 100pts and only 3 or so threes. Gil looked good and Butler didnt have to do alot. They can only get better!!
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:44 PM
lol at mike miller
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:44 PM
d mcguire some great d made a difference
Comment from DJ-WizardsRadio
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:46 PM
on to post game call at 1 800 636 1067
Comment from gray16
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:46 PM
dom mcguire is a warrior, he definitely deserves playing time, even over nick young at this point imo
we got the win, let the good times roll
Comment from Wizards4Life
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:46 PM
good game guys good call DJ/GC see you guys back here for the Cavs game GO Wizards!!!!!!
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:47 PM
Good win, good finish. Seriously though, I love the new guys
Comment from CB3
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:47 PM
is the game tomorrow on CSN? also, will the games this year always be on 106.7 or will it change?
Comment from sharpsburg23
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:49 PM
yes. Its on CSN. Time to take it to the Cavs!!
Comment from CB3
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:51 PM
nice. lets show them that we’re back
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:51 PM
mcgeemaniac, you know I posted a link for the Wiz-Raps game but they took it down. I still have it if you want. Its the full game
Comment from sharpsburg23
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:52 PM
Ask mike when hes going to go for the nba record for threes in a game this season..im wathin
Comment from dcbutler357
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:52 PM
The good thing is that the wizards are deep enough and have enough vets, besides the big three, to learn from (oberto, miller for example) can teach more than just offense….this is going to be an exciting season
Comment from tyrone20000
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:54 PM
Nice to hear the Wizards execute a play after a time out!
Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:55 PM
I love Flip & Glenn. I love how Flip is basicaly forcing Gil to be aggressive even when he didnt want to and I love how Glenn just told Miller that he wants him to be more aggressive and finish those drives. Players are human and they listen, espicaly when you know its for there benefit and the benefit of the team
Comment from AUNDRA
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:55 PM
The tell of the tape!
37-79 FG
4-15 3PTS
23-29 FREETHROWS
7 STEALS
15 TURNOVERS
20 ASSISTS
46 REBOUNDS
NOTES: MILLER IS TOUGH HE IS A REBOUNDING MACHINE WITH 8 AND HE FINALLY MADE A THREE POINTER SO I’M RELIEVED OF THAT! THE BALL OF THE GAME GOES TO BIG GUY MCGEE HE WAS TOTALLY AWESOME IN THE FOURTH MIONEY QUARTER. GIL TORN IT UP WITH24 POINTS IN 27 MINUTES AND CONTROLLED THE PAINT WITH DRIVES AND AND ONES! GREAT JOB!!!
Comment from dcbutler357
Time October 13, 2009 at 10:17 PM
Not to bash anyone, but we now have someone on the bench that will see a weakness and make changes….THAT is one major difference between winning and losing…the buzz/excitement/hope is back….
Comment from Tom Mandel
Time October 13, 2009 at 10:47 PM
Wasn’t able to listen to the 2d half, alas. Great to get a win.
Nick is getting heavy minutes every game, which means that Flip is trying to figure out what he can expect from him and trying to give him every chance to step forward, but it just doesn’t seem like Nick can get anything done.
Andray got 5 fouls in 14:49.
Comment from neal
Time October 13, 2009 at 11:05 PM
I love beating the Spitons. My disillusionment is gone for the moment.
I really hope Blatche isn’t reverting to being all-world in the foul dept. Did McGee foul a lot too?
Miller has got to shoot.
Comment from GlingGling
Time October 14, 2009 at 2:31 AM
Miller knows he has to shoot, that’s what matters.
Andray is gonna be Andray and Nick is gonna be Nick. They’ll be used differently and of course people learn a little bit every year but they is who they is.
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Comment from dlts20
Time October 13, 2009 at 9:44 AM
I posted this vid last night of the full game between the Raps & Wiz. IDK if youre allowed to do that on here so take it down if its a problem. Anyways, I hope for a great game tonight with no injuries. I also wonder what vet or vets will sit out tonight. They say that Wood is fine but I may sit him one more game just to be safe