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Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by witness, Aug 2, 2001.

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  1. witness

    witness Member

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    sup yall... been following this Hakeem situation real closely here in LA. I really think that with the addition of DREAM, Toronto has a good chance of going to the Finals next year. As you may recall, the Raptors came within one basket of the Finals last year, without a legitimate center. Now, with the addition of DREAM, they're my pick to go from the East. I'll forever be a Rockets fan, and I will forever be a fan of DREAM. Therefore, although I am extremely sad to see him go, I'm happy that he has the chance to go for another ring. Thanks for everything, DREAM! You will be missed...
     
    #1 witness, Aug 2, 2001
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    I imagine I will eventually get over this incredible turn of events. I never thought he would leave Houston. After the pain subsides, I will be rooting for a Rocket-Raptor Finals.
     
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    The Raptors were one bucket away from the <b>Eastern Conference</b> Finals.
     
    #3 Tolpatcsh Verkinder, Aug 2, 2001
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    glad to have you on board witness

    for future reference, i believe threads like this belong in the nba dish forum.

    like you, though, i will be keeping a close eye on the raptors and i think they will be very good next year.

    Question: how far has lenny wilkens gone in the playoffs? if i remember correctly, he was part of the 77 (or 78 or some late 70) Seattle team. How would you guys rank Wilkens today as a coach?
     
    #4 JayZ750, Aug 2, 2001
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    I still think that Philly and Milwaukee have the inside track, along with Charlotte who can match size with Toronto and are more athletic then the Raptors. I think Orlando will make a serious challenge for the East next year, and New York has some good size, speed, and quality go-to guys. Toronto has their work cut out for them, the East will be tough, and they came within one basket of the East Finals.
     
    #5 RocksMillenium, Aug 2, 2001
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    I feel the same way witness. There are no quality centers in the east. Hakeem's gonna have a field day on all of 'em including Mutombo. There be less stress and hence less injuries if any at all....not too mention the new motivation he'll have. I think he'll have a good year (20pts/9reb/3blocks) and surprise everyone. I'm just pissed that this could not happen in Houston. Vince et al will make the finals next year.
     
    #6 Wale, Aug 2, 2001
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    oops! yeah, that's what i meant. thanks... nevertheless, in the weak East, Toronto is my pick to represent next season.
     
    #7 witness, Aug 2, 2001
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    jay,
    i'm not from toronto. i'm originally from htown now living in LA. but rockets red runs in my blood fo life! :)
     
    #8 witness, Aug 2, 2001
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    Are you talking about the NIT Finals or the NCAA Finals? Who F'ing cares??????? :mad:

    The East Sucks...
     
    #9 Sonny, Aug 2, 2001
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