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Utah Jazz: Looking forward to facing Nuggets
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Chuck Nunn | 10:13 p.m. Oct. 26, 2009
Nene is going to be pretty tough, but I believe that Fess can lean on him a bit.
Andersen combines size with hustle, so the young guys will have to be on their
toes. Can't wait for the game!
Peace out from the Jazz Oracle!
Peace out from the Jazz Oracle!
todd from santa ana | 10:17 p.m. Oct. 26, 2009
i though JR was suspended for the first few games dating back to issue last
season
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jbra80 | 11:40 p.m. Oct. 26, 2009
re: The Jazz need
I don't see how Miles/Korver help the defensive problems you listed, but all are pretty good points. Well other than the one Todd just solved. W/O Smith and the loss of Kleiza (or however that is spelled), i'm not too worried about our defense for the game. Only real concern defensively to me is how well AK and Millsap can play against Melo. If they stay out of foul trouble we'll be fine, but if they don't i see trouble because i don't see anyone else on roster w/ much of a chance at guarding Melo. This is the type of player that we could use Harpring for. Harpring frustrating the other teams best wing for 10 minutes a game is what the Jazz will miss most from past teams. With all that said, I think AK/Millsap will do fine and the Jazz will get the win. That's how I see it at least.
I don't see how Miles/Korver help the defensive problems you listed, but all are pretty good points. Well other than the one Todd just solved. W/O Smith and the loss of Kleiza (or however that is spelled), i'm not too worried about our defense for the game. Only real concern defensively to me is how well AK and Millsap can play against Melo. If they stay out of foul trouble we'll be fine, but if they don't i see trouble because i don't see anyone else on roster w/ much of a chance at guarding Melo. This is the type of player that we could use Harpring for. Harpring frustrating the other teams best wing for 10 minutes a game is what the Jazz will miss most from past teams. With all that said, I think AK/Millsap will do fine and the Jazz will get the win. That's how I see it at least.
GregH | 12:02 a.m. Oct. 27, 2009
I am anxious to see how Wesley Mathews will play for the first two weeks.
Considering CJ and Korver will be out for a little while, Mathews should
actually get some pretty good playing time at the 2 Guard. Hopefully the kid can
bring his tenacity from the Pre-Season into the Regular Season. It is a toally
different beast when the games actually count.
scodyshootfight (KC) | 5:50 a.m. Oct. 27, 2009
What was up with the Brigham Young comment? Way off topic. Last I checked,
Steve played football.
Shiny | 8:41 a.m. Oct. 27, 2009
as long as Linas Kleiza doesnt drop 40 on us again, were good!! And he wont cuz
hes playing in the Euro league!! yay!!
Blauch | 9:19 a.m. Oct. 27, 2009
Matthews, Fess, and Koufas will only get a combined 10 to 20 minute. It really
is not a big deal.
AK, Boozer, Memo, Brewer and Williams starting this year. This is the same starting lineup the Jazz used 2 seasons when the Jazz had 2nd best offense in the NBA. Each will be getting 30+ minutes.
Millsap will be getting 30+ minutes backing up Boozer and one other player either Okur or AK. The If Koufas/Fess comes in the Jazz believe that Millsap can play SF. I think that the Jazz will let Millsap back up Okur. Maynor will be backing up Williams, Price will be backing up Brewer, but will be playing with Williams.
The real key is Williams and AK. Over the last 3 seasons when both of these players are on the bench the Jazz are abominably bad. I think that AK plays the entire first quarter
Williams and Boozer are the first 2 be subbed out for Millsap and Maynor - Maynor, Brewer, AK, Millsap, Okur.
The second Quarter Williams, Price, Boozer, Millsap, Matthews/Koufas/Fes.
To end the half - Williams, Brewer, AK, Okur and Millsap/Boozer - depending who plays better
AK, Boozer, Memo, Brewer and Williams starting this year. This is the same starting lineup the Jazz used 2 seasons when the Jazz had 2nd best offense in the NBA. Each will be getting 30+ minutes.
Millsap will be getting 30+ minutes backing up Boozer and one other player either Okur or AK. The If Koufas/Fess comes in the Jazz believe that Millsap can play SF. I think that the Jazz will let Millsap back up Okur. Maynor will be backing up Williams, Price will be backing up Brewer, but will be playing with Williams.
The real key is Williams and AK. Over the last 3 seasons when both of these players are on the bench the Jazz are abominably bad. I think that AK plays the entire first quarter
Williams and Boozer are the first 2 be subbed out for Millsap and Maynor - Maynor, Brewer, AK, Millsap, Okur.
The second Quarter Williams, Price, Boozer, Millsap, Matthews/Koufas/Fes.
To end the half - Williams, Brewer, AK, Okur and Millsap/Boozer - depending who plays better
Jazzhater72 | 9:56 a.m. Oct. 27, 2009
Come on Nuggets.... Tear it up!!!
What A Long Off-Season | 10:48 a.m. Oct. 27, 2009
Man am I happy to see NBA resume. I don't watch baseball or football until
they get into the playoffs, and golf is only a filler for me. I don't
expect the Jazz to win their division but they will be a entertaining team this
year. Hopefully the injury bug is done for the year and we can see what this
group can do healthy. Good luvk Jazz.
Old Port | 10:49 a.m. Oct. 27, 2009
Prima dona Melo is going to let last year go to his head. Go Utes!!
Big Year | 3:05 p.m. Oct. 27, 2009
I think the Jazz are going to have a great year that ends up with a number 2
seed and 58 wins. They can't beet the Lakers but everyone else is
vulnerable. Okur worked on his body and Boozer has to prove he is worth a big
contract. Brewer seems to have his shooting stroke fixed and Andre will be
motivated by his return to the starting lineup. Our bench will be strong once
we get Korver or Miles back along side Milsap. And our emergency players all
have skills that can give us spot jump starts. Lastly Williams will be a 20/10
guy now that he is healthy and will be our late game assasin. Go Jazz! Start
the season off with a win!
Ted Tangent | 3:10 p.m. Oct. 27, 2009
I'm gonna go off on a little tangent but 82 games is just way too long and
add the post season afterwards makes it even longer. Playoffs should be the best
of 3 or best of 5 depending on the round. I haven't researched the issue
too much, but I think the NBA should wrap up before June 1st maybe even
earlier.
I have a couple reasons for wanting to see a shorter saseon. For one, shorter schedules can give the players more recovery time between games and that may lead to a fresher product on the court each night. I also think scheduling can improve, in that teams can optimize their schedules to play nights when they feel they can draw in bigger crowds. There may be other benifits, and I'm sure there are some drawbacks. But from my mind's eye I like the idea of trimming back the schedule just a little bit.
I have a couple reasons for wanting to see a shorter saseon. For one, shorter schedules can give the players more recovery time between games and that may lead to a fresher product on the court each night. I also think scheduling can improve, in that teams can optimize their schedules to play nights when they feel they can draw in bigger crowds. There may be other benifits, and I'm sure there are some drawbacks. But from my mind's eye I like the idea of trimming back the schedule just a little bit.
re:scodyshootfight (KC) | 3:25 p.m. Oct. 27, 2009
totally agree people find ways to make the religion relevant even to the Jazz
who last time I checked haven't had a player from BYU since Hoffa before
that was probably Andy Toolson. LOL HOFFA
Melo is a handful | 8:11 p.m. Oct. 27, 2009
But since JR smith is out we should win. That is their big outside threat that
spreads our defense out tremendously.
We can handle the rest of them.
That group of miscreants are a Jerry Springer episode in the making. I will be shocked if Billups can hold the wheels on that wagon another year. The coach does not help that is for sure.
We can handle the rest of them.
That group of miscreants are a Jerry Springer episode in the making. I will be shocked if Billups can hold the wheels on that wagon another year. The coach does not help that is for sure.
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Nene will be a handful inside. Okur may get some quick fouls and the Jazz will need Koufos and/or Fez to step up and give quality minutes. Rebounding against DEN is one Key. Blocking out Birdman is important.
Defending the 3 is another. DEN shoots well from the outside and Brewer/Price may not be at full ability. The outside D is crucial. Not letting JR get a lot of open shots is a major concern.
DWill should handle Billups. AK may hold down Melo.
Martin will run wild on the inside if the inside D is poor.