Jordan4life_2007

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Jun 27, 2013 -> 12:26 AM) I hate the Bulls conservativeness as much as anyone but I'm actually fine going into next season with this core. Sign a wing, draft a big(or vice versa), stay healthy(biggest thing here) and they'll have as good a shot as anyone to win it all next year imo. I'm not. Not unless LeBron dies (that overpass almost took him out). The Bulls have 90's Pacers, Knicks, and Jazz written all over them.

QUOTE (chw42 @ Jun 26, 2013 -> 02:54 PM) I understand that he is better than Boozer. However, I just don't think it's worth whatever Portland will end up demanding. We don't need a jump shooting big man. His ability to shoot is an asset when not abused. And unlike Boozer, he has post moves. His length next to Noah would be sick.

QUOTE (ZoomSlowik @ Jun 26, 2013 -> 02:37 PM) Aldridge isn't a tier-one star, but he's definitely better than Boozer. You have to remember that Boozer's plus/minus numbers in Chicago are just horrendous. They were -8.7/100 possessions with him on the floor this year, -8.6 in 11/12 and a more respectable but still bad -3.1 in 10/11. Now admittedly part of that is the freakishness of Taj's D off the bench (Noah was a minus on D before this year too), but it makes sense when you watch the Bulls and that doesn't explain why he was a -4 offensively this year. His help defense is brutal and he frequently disappears offensively, especially against quality athletes. There are several reasons to think Aldridge would be more effective. 1) He's much more mobile defensively and has been solidly positive on that end for Portland (3.4, 7.8 and 6 points better the last 3 years). 2) He's much longer than Boozer, which means he can get his shot off against anyone. 3) He's a more dangerous mid-range shooter, which would improve the Bulls' spacing (admittedly he shoots a few too many, which is why his TS% isn't higher even though he's a good finisher). 4) Most importantly, he's young and still in his peak while Boozer is on the decline. However, it's moot because it's not happening. Portland reportly rejected #1 and #19 from Cleveland rather quickly, which doesn't bode well for the Bulls. They don't really have any reason to take on Deng or Boozer and wouldn't be offering any young pieces as interesting as #1. In theory, they might be able to do it for Noah or Butler and the Cats' pick, but neither one really makes sense. Is it Aldridge, Batum or both that you have a mancrush on? I can't remember. Anyway, yeah, I agree with all of this. Aldridge >> Boozer without any hesitation.

QUOTE (greg775 @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 07:29 PM) Yeah, right. I told you all my dad had season tickets and I went to 20 or more games a year for a 5-6 year stretch of my childhood on the South side. I also told you I am a playoff only fan now. I watched every playoff game. I also played hockey at Brother Rice and was pretty good. I grew up playing hockey in the winter at the park on the south side. I've been hit in the nuts with a puck without a cup and it hurts. I've played goalie in pickup games on the south side and been scared to death of taking a puck to the mouth. But I don't know hockey at all. I loved going to Hawks games as a kid. Nothing like seeing the puck go in the net and the red light and the fans go crazy. Oh man you lyin', dude. You were never no hardcore Blackhawks fan until now. I don't have a problem with bandwagoners. Just admit it. Wite did.

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 02:32 PM) I dont know how funny that would be. That could have been pretty bad They were trying to be cute and it almost backfired. Accidents are one thing. When people get jacked up being wreckless or trying to be cool or whatever, I laugh.

Ok, I have to admit that would've been funny af had he got knocked the f*** out. That was pretty close.

QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 11:14 AM) I remember seeing the horde of people on Waveland during the game too, it was just pure mayhem on the street after that homer. QUOTE (fathom @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 11:17 AM) I remember feeling like the room I was in became 200 degrees after that homer. Only other time a sporting event caused that type of reaction for me was when Jenks blew the first game vs Indians in that big series in 2005 (the day before the Crede walkoff). I googled "Kerry Wood HR 2003" and shockingly the whole game is up on YT. The Wood at-bat starts at 34:30. That s*** was just nuts.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 11:02 AM) I've watched game 7 between Marlins/Cubs from 2003 on youtube a few times since it was posted by MLB, and there are two conclusions I've come to: 1- Miguel Cabrera has gained a lot of weight 2- I still get anxious seeing how ridiculous the Wrigley area was during that game/series I wasn't there, obviously. But when Kerry Wood hit that 2-run HR to tie the game in like the third inning or whatever, it was the loudest I've ever heard a sports stadium/park EVER. I live in the suburbs and I felt like I could hear the mayhem.

QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 09:22 AM) I have the say the city seemed A LOT more intense during 2005 than the Hawks runs. The Illini run in 2005 was much bigger than either Hawks run. I will say the Hawks picked a perfect time to get good. Chicago sports is pretty awful right now.

QUOTE (Steve9347 @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 09:19 AM) The Chicago Blackhawks have a sellout streak that dates back to the final three games of the 2007-2008 season. Yup, no one cares. Talk about something you actually have a clue in - if such a topic exists. Ok, and the Bulls were selling out the place during the Eddy Curry, Tyson Chandler era. Who cares. The Hawks won. Great. Hockey will never be baseball, football and basketball, no matter what the, I don't know, 5 actual diehards and 20 bandwagoners say.

QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 09:09 AM) I really don't think so. If anything, I think you are looking at the two being equal, but I think the Hawks have the advantage. Winning a championship in terms of how many pay attention, I'd say you're looking at 1) Bears 2) Bulls 3) Cubs 4) Blackhawks 5) Sox 6) Ping Pong 7) Lacrosse 8) Fire 9) Wolves 10) Sky Are you serious? 2005 was not THAT long ago, dude. That run dwarfed any of this hockey stuff.

QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 08:56 AM) Quite frankly, the Chicago team nobody gives a s*** about is the White Sox (unless you want to consider the Fire, which I do not) That's because they suck. A competitive White Sox (let alone the Bears or Cubs) team >>>>>>>> a competitive Blackhawks team. And you don't have to give back the trophy if you don't win it the next year.

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 08:53 AM) It seemed like a lot of people gave a s*** when I was watching the games and the coverage and the massive amount of people that went out last night There's hardcores in every sport. I'm sure there's hardcore wnba fans. Hockey will never be mainstream (in America).

QUOTE (Milkman delivers @ Jun 25, 2013 -> 02:00 AM) Yeah, it's nice to see a Chicago team win it all/get within reach, and then not immediately fade into obscurity. Unfortunately, it's the one Chicago team nobody gives a s*** about.

lol@greg pretending to be a hardcore blackhawks fan. Only hockey you ever watched before this year were the Mighty Ducks movies.

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Jun 24, 2013 -> 11:40 PM) Home run #7 for Puig. Wonder how many he gets before the All-Star Break? If nothing else, he'll PROBABLY be in the Home Run Derby. Still hitting .434 3/4, most likely what will prove to be the GW-RBI. Driven in both runs to single handedly put the Dodgers ahead of the All-Star Game manager and Gigantes. "Don't let that cape trip you on your way to first, young man." Charlie Steiner This dude is THE sports story of 2013 by far.

The GOAT strikes again.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Jun 24, 2013 -> 03:20 PM) A 6'9" 300 lb guy jumping for a living is usually not a good use case for being "injury proof" More like 10 years in the league without a single legitimate injury to speak of. Yeah, injury proof. lmao@Mark Prior. Lame as hell.

QUOTE (Jake @ Jun 24, 2013 -> 12:30 AM) Catchers seem to be as big of a gamble as anyone and his megadeal makes him significantly less attractive, even though I'm sure I'd be happy that he signed it if I was a Giants fan. The Giants are a Posey injury away from a possible 3-peat (at the very least I think they make the playoffs in '11 and with their pitching?). Dude is just special. I'd do anything to get him. I'd blow a dude.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jun 23, 2013 -> 08:15 PM) I said it the other day, but only way I'd consider trading Sale for anyone outside of Harper/Trout/Machado is if it's to the Cardinals with Crain or Alexei for a package like Taveras, Wong, Adams, Rosenthal and Martinez. Basically, it's not going to happen. Don't forget Posey. He's good.

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Jun 23, 2013 -> 04:51 PM) Another thing is that Jordan would absolutely hit clutch free throws at the end of games. LeBron can get jittery. MJ was obviously a better FT shooter and I'd want him at the line 10 times out of 10 in clutch situations (which goes to mid-range, where I said he's better). Sure. Whatever this means. You said yourself you haven't watched a full nba game since Jordan retired. So I can't really take you seriously here. And this, again, is where the Jordan myth takes over. He never had a bad half, quarter, game - never got outplayed, never got bailed out by teammates, etc. Two games come to mind to me from the '97 playoffs. Game two of the '97 conference finals (I was there). Jordan was 2/12 through 3 quarters (4/15 for the game) and looked like absolute dogs***. The Bulls still won the game. But it was Pippen, Harper, and I believe Kerr that hit big shots at the end to preserve the win. The other game was game five from that same series. I remember it so well because it was memorial day and we had this huge blowout in my backyard. Michael missed his first 14 shots and was 2/22 through 3 quarters (9/35 for the game) and the Bulls lost. If LeBron had a 2 for 22 through 3 quarters it'd be time for him to retire. There were plenty of times throughout his career that he was doubted. And many more times than not he came through. But he wasn't flawless/perfect.

Dan Haren is done. The Nationals have been incredibly disappointing to this point.

QUOTE (MexSoxFan#1 @ Jun 21, 2013 -> 06:15 PM) Simple question to you J4L, do YOU think LeBron right now is better than peak Jordan? straight up yes or no and your reasons why. Far as statistical and overall on-court (LeBron will never be as loved/popular) impact? Better? I wouldn't say that. Just as good? Definitely. If you want to break it up some and compare their individual skill-sets, etc, I see it like this: Getting to the rim and finishing: LeBron Ball-handling: Tie Post-game: MJ Mid-range: MJ Long-range: Tie (and I'm being generous here. Three of Michael's four best seasons from deep came when the 3-point line was moved in. Another year or two like '13 from LeBron, and he's got the edge) Rebounding: LeBron Passing: LeBron Defense: LeBron (his freakish size and versatility or the ability to guard every position on the floor well trumps Michael's insane on-ball defense) These are the things that you can either use stats or simply your eyes (though I'm sure some will disagree). I look at Kobe and the level he was playing at before his injury at age 34 and then think about LeBron, who's bigger, stronger, more athletic and injury-proof, and it's easy to project that he could very well still be the best player in the game at 34-35 if he plays until then (much like MJ).

QUOTE (MexSoxFan#1 @ Jun 21, 2013 -> 03:11 PM) This I have never denied that he's an outrageously talented player. My only problem is that there seems to be a rush to proclaim him GOAT. He needs to accomplish more than what he's done so far. He's on pace to be in the debate but he needs a few more years of dominance and leading his team to titles. If he ends up with 6 at least, (MJ led his team to 6 and mind you he took 2 years off his absolute prime to chase fly balls) I don't see why LeBron, if he wants to be the GOAT, can't at the very least match MJ. He's still young enough, has an organization that has a clue and a solid team built around him. Dominate and lead your team to multiple titles. 2 won't get it done imo and I think he'll have more, let's wait and see what he does. Please, MJ was the consensus GOAT by the end of '92. When you're that good, you're going to get hyped up.

QUOTE (buhbuhburrrrlz @ Jun 21, 2013 -> 12:41 PM) How come you haven't changed your nick to Lebron4life yet? I don't follow. All I did was tell the truth.