Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Monday, November 27, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Heat 103 Sixers 91
It Was Over When....
The 4th quarter started. As they have in just about every game this season, the Sixers dominated the 1st half, yet could produce no better than a 51-51 tie with the Heat at the Half. the Sixers hung tough throughout the third quarter but trailed by 6 at the start of the 4th quarter and after 3 straight Heat baskets to start the quarter fell behind for good 80-68.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Dwayne Wade with 33 points, 13 assists, and 7 rebounds, and Udonis Haslem with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
37.1, as in a 37.1 shooting percentage for the Sixers on the night. The Sixers put up 34 more shots then did the heat, but shot only 37.1 % from the field to the Heat's 58.7% and thus lost the game.
The Bottom Line Is....
As usual Allen Iverson scored big with 45 points, but the rest of the team was largely ineffective as the only other Sixer to score in double figures was Andre Iguodala with 15. The Sixers' defense also was not up to par and failed to give Iverson any help. A.I simply can't win games by himself, he's got to get some help from somewhere, and right now it's just not there, as Chris Webber remains on the injured list, although backup center Steven Hunter did finally return to the lineup.
Sunday, November 26, 2006
EAGLES NEWS
Colts 45 Eagles 21
It Was Over When....
Joseph Addai scored his 4th touchdown of the night to put the Colts up for good at 38-21, with just over 3 minutes left in the game.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Colt's rookie running back Joseph Addai who ran through the Eagles defense on 24 carries for 171 yards and 4 touchdowns.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
420, as in 420 yards of offense for Peyton Manning and the Colts offense. Simply put, the struggling Eagles defense had no answer for Manning and the vaunted Colt offense.
The Bottom Line Is....
This was not a memorable night for the Eagles. Jeff Garcia and the offense did their job putting up 300 yards and 21 points of offense. Unfortunately you can put up as many yards and score as many points as you want and it won't matter if you can't stop the other guy from scoring and the Eagles just couldn't do that. If the Eagles still want to have any hope of reaching the playoffs they have got to figure out a way to get it going on defense.
Saturday, November 25, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Cavaliers 108 Sixers 95
It Was Over When....
The 2nd quarter began. The Sixers ruled the 1st quarter, building up a 13 point lead at one point, but by the end of the quarter their lead was down to 9 and and all of the momentum had shifted hands to the Cavs, as they began the 2nd quarter with scoring runs of 13-2 and 10-0 to race out to a big lead which would hold up for the rest of the night.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Lebron James with 25 points and 11 assists, Zydrunas Ilgauskas with 18 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 blocks, former Sixer Eric Snow with 11 points and 8 assists, and Drew Grooden with 13 points and 8 rebounds.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
49 as in 49 rebounds for the Cavs to 36 for the Sixers, and 62 as in 62 points in the paint for the Cavs to just 38 for the Sixers. Simply put, you can't win if you can't rebound or score in the paint, and unfortunately they won't be able to do any of those things until Chris Webber and Steven Hunter return from the injured list.
The Bottom Line Is....
Well, after this it seems pretty clear now that the Sixers are not among the eastern conference's elite without Chris Webber in the lineup to rack up the rebounds. They could probably get by if only Steven Hunter were injured and Webber was still healthy, but not without the both of them. It's not that Allen Iverson can't still lead the Sixers victory on his own, because he can, but only with help from the defense and right now that help just isn't there. All I can say is, Webber and Hunter, get well soon.
FLYERS NEWS
Flyers 4 Canadiens 2
It Was Over When....
Simon Gagne scored shorthanded, with just over 2 minutes to play in the 3rd period, to give the Flyers an insurmountable 4-2 lead.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Simon Gagne with 2 goals and one assist, one on the power play and one shorthanded, plus an assist at full strength.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
31, as in 31 shots on goal for the Canadians, and 29 as in 29 saves for Flyer's goalie Antero Niittymaki. Once again kudos to Niittymaki for surviving another night of 30 plus shots on goal.
The Bottom Line Is....
Don't look now, but Simon Gagne is suddenly back to being the red hot goal scorer he was most of last season. Perhaps, all the Flyers need to get back on track is for Gagne to start pumping in the goals again. At any rate the Flyers do appear to be putting something together now, with their second 2 game winning streak in the last week and a half. So who knows, maybe the Flyers do still have a couple run's left in them.
Friday, November 24, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Sixers 123 Bulls 108
It Was Over When....
the 1st half ended. The Sixers shot 60% from the field, led by 10 at the half and the Bulls were not able to cut into lead at all during the 2nd half.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Allen Iverson with 46 points, 10 assists, and 5 rebounds, Andre Iguodala with 19 points and 7 rebounds, and Willie Green with 20 points off the bench.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
22, as in 22 turnovers for the Bull on the night, to just 11 for the Sixers. Both teams shot over 50% from the field and over 30% from three point land for the night, but the Bulls simply turned the ball over too many times to have any chance of defeating the Sixers on this night
The Bottom Line Is....
It has been a struggle lately for both these teams, but for the Bulls more so than the Sixers. Chicago has lost 6 games in a row, and 8 in a row on the road. Tonight, a plethora of turnovers and the ineffectiveness of star Ben Wallace with 0 points or rebounds on the night proved to their downfall. For the Sixers however, who had lost 4 in a row, it was the effectiveness of star Allen Iverson with 46 points on 50% shooting that led to victory. Still, at only 5-7 the Sixers are from being back where they were at the beginning of the season when they started at 3-0. Hopefully, the return of Iverson with help them string together some wins, but it won't be easy as Chris Webber remains on the injured list, as does backup center Steven Hunter, and tomorrow night they must travel to Cleveland to face Lebron James and the red hot Cavaliers.
FLYERS NEWS
Flyers 3 Blue Jackets 2
It Was Over When....
Mike Richards scored two minutes into the 3rd period to give the Flyers a 3-2 lead. The Blue Jackets are just about the only team that has played worse than Flyers have this season, so you knew when the Flyers finally took the lead it would stand up.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Peter Forsberg and Freddy Meyer with a goal and an assist each. Oddly enough, Meyer assisted on Forsberg's goal and Forsberg returned the favor on Meyer's goal.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
41, as in 41 shots on goal for the Blue Jackets, and 39 as in 39 saves for Flyers Goalie Antero Niittymaki. Basically what I am saying is, kudos to Niittymaki, for surviving 41 shots on goal.
The Bottom Line Is....
At this point any win for the Flyers is huge, since they're not likely to get many of them. However, since the Blue Jackets came into this game as the only team in the NHL with a worse record than Flyers this win was expected and it was sweet revenge over newly signed Blue Jackets head coach , Ken Hitchcock. So Kudos to the Flyers for giving me something else to be thankful for this thanksgiving, a Flyers win.
Thursday, November 23, 2006
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Bucks 98 Sixers 94
It Was Over When....
Andre Iguodala missed a game tying layup with 25 seconds remaining in the game. Micheal Redd and Ruben Patterson then each sunk a free throw to seal the win for Milwaukee.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Micheal Redd with 32 points, Ruben Patterson with 18 points and 7 rebounds, and Andrew Bogut with 14 points and 9 rebounds.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
1, as in only 1 time in which the Bucks had the lead during the entire game , and that of course was the final score of 98-94. The Sixers had the lead for all but the game's final 25 seconds.
The Bottom Line Is....
Once again the Sixers were without AI and C Webb, and once again they put up a valiant effort. In fact, this is the second time in their last three games that the Sixers have held the lead for an entire game, only to lose it in the final seconds. obviously it doesn't get any more frustrating than that, but at least this shows that the Sixers are putting in the same effort night in and night out. You just have to hope that they continue with this kind of effort when AI and C Webb return to the lineup.
FLYERS NEWS
Senators 3 Flyers 2 Final in OT
It Was Over When....
The Senators Wayne Redden scored with about 21 seconds remaining in the overtime period.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Peter Schaefer who assisted on all 3 Ottawa goals, and Mike Fischer who scored the Senators first goal of the night and assisted on Redden's game winner.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
0, as in 0 penalties committed by the Senators on the night. In the NFL, if you as a team go an entire game without committing a penalty, it's not usually all that special, but for an NHL team to do it, especially with the way penalties are called in today's game, is really something else.
The Bottom Line Is....
In the Senators, the Flyers actually faced a team tonight which has played almost as poorly as they have this season, and yet they still lost. However, as bad as the Senators have been this season, they are on a roll right now, having won 4 of their last 5, so this Flyers' loss should not really come as a shock to anyone. It's just unfortunate that the Flyers have now lost 2 games in a row at home, after having such a promising west coast trip just a few days ago.
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Pistons 97 Sixers 87
It Was Over When....
Tayshaun Prince followed a pair of free throws with a three-pointer with about 8:45 left in the game. Before this flurry from Prince the Sixers had cut the lead to 6 at 78-72, but after, the Pistons built a double digit lead , which would last the rest of the game.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Rasheed Wallace with 21 points and 11 rebounds, Chauncey Billups with 11 point and 11 assists, Rip Hamilton with 16 points, and Tayshaun Prince with a game high 25 points.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
40, as in a shooting percentage of 40 for the Sixers on the night. Even, by the Sixers inconsistent standards, that's a pretty low percentage for an entire game.
The Bottom Line Is....
Considering they were without Chris Webber(lower back injury), and Allen Iverson(had a wisdom tooth removed), this was actually a quality effort for the Sixerss. Still, there was never really any chance that Sixers would win the this one, because they never do without C Webb or AI in the lineup. So, I guesse based on that I can't be too mad at them, and I just hope they get well soon, although it will be tough for them to return to the lineup for the next game, because the Sixers' next game is tomorrow night.
Monday, November 20, 2006
FLYERS NEWS
Penguins 5 Flyers 3
It Was Over When....
the 1st period ended. The Penguins scored three goals in the period for a 3-0 lead, and never looked back.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Sidney Crosby and Dominic Moore with a goal and an assist each and Ryan Whitney with a goal and 2 assists.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
4, as in 4 wins this season for the Penguins against the Flyers. The last time the Penguins reached this plateau was way back in the 1992-1993 season when they won the season series 5-1-1.
The Bottom Line Is....
Man, the Penguins just light up the Flyers every time they see them now. They are just too quick and to crafty for the Flyers to handle right now. Sadly, I am not surprised the Flyers lost this one and I really believe that they have now lost all of the momemtum they built on that west coast trip.
PHILLIES NEWS
Ryan Howard was crowned the NL MVP today outlasting the Cardinals Albert Pujols. If only Major league baseball didn't take a month to give out all its awards this would mean more than it does right now. Anyhow, just so I don't shortchange Howard, I will now spot out some stats. Howard was more than deserving of this award leading not only the national league but all of major league baseball with 58 homers and 149 RBIs, while batting .313. Also Howard is the first Phillies player to be named MVP since Mike Schmidt in 1986, and only the second player in major league history to be named, rookie of the year and league MVP in consecutive seasons, after Cal Ripken Jr. in 1982 and 1983.
Sunday, November 19, 2006
EAGLES NEWS
Titans 31 Eagles 13
It Was Over When....
Donovan Mcnabb was lost for the season early in the 2nd quarter, after tearing his ACL on a routine roll out towards the sidelines, in which he was hit on the knee. Basically, the Eagles never recovered from the loss of Mcnabb scoring just 10 points the rest of the way without him.
The Game Ball Goes To....
The Much maligned and for good reason, Titans defense(ranked dead last in the NFL), which held the Eagles offense(ranked 1st in the NFL) to just 13 points, despite gaining 390 yards of offense.
The Stat Of The Game is....
8 as in 8 penalties on the day for the Eagles, and 209 as in 209 yards rushing on the day for the Titans. Basically this was just an all around ugly day for the Eagles.
The Bottom Line Is....
ummm, weren't the Eagles supposed to win this game easily, I guess someone forgot to tell them. Still, far more worse than losing the game, is losing McNabb for the season. McNabb is expected to be out from 8 months to a year, so this injury not only effectively ends the Eagles playoffs hopes for this season, it could also limit their playoff chances next season as well. I just hope that the Eagles as a team, don't just fold and give up on the season after this. There is still a slight chance that backup and ex- pro bowl QB Jeff Garcia could revert to form and get the Eagles to the playoffs, so who knows.
Saturday, November 18, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Clippers 103 Sixers 97 final in OT
It Was Over When....
Kyle Korver missed a game tying three pointer with 18 seconds left. Elton Brand then hit 3 free throws in last 17 seconds to seal the win for the Clippers.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Elton Brand with 33 points and 12 rebounds, Corey Maggette with 21 points and 8 rebounds, and Sam Cassell with 12 points and 9 assists.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
well, really there isn't anything to distinguish one team from the other in this game, in fact most of the stats would tell you the Sixers won, even though they lost, so we'll just say the final output in the overtime period, which was Clippers 13 and Sixers 7.
The Bottom Line Is....
Considering they were without both Chris Webber and Steven Hunter, this was a very admirable effort by the Sixers. In fact, they lead this game for nearly the entire night, until of course, when it counted the most. Yes, the Sixers are now just 4-5, but if they keep up this kind of effort they'll be just fine.
FLYERS NEWS
Sharks 6 Flyers 1
It Was Over When....
The first period ended. The Sharks scored three times in the 1st period, and never looked back as they went on to score three more times in the 2nd period.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Basically, if played for the Sharks tonight you scored a point, either with a goal or an assist, so we'll just give it to the whole team, because let's face it they dominated.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
18, as in a measely 18 shots on goal for the Flyers on the night. It's tough to score goals when you take so few shots at the goal.
The Bottom Line Is....
This was a tough way to end what was a promising west coast trip. The Flyers were on a 2 game winning streak to start this trip, but this takes all the air out of that. Still, who knows, maybe this west coast trip on the whole will give the Flyers the confidence to start consistently winning games again. They're just going to have to forget about this one.
Friday, November 17, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Suns106 Sixers 94
It Was Over When....
The Sixers failed to get the lead at halftime. They led at one point with about 3:00 minutes left in the 2nd period, but the Suns charged back ahead before the half and never trailed again.
The Game ball Goes to....
Leandro Barbosa with 26 points and 10 rebounds, and Amare Stoudamire with 23 points and 10 rebounds. Simply put, the sixers just did not have an answer for the these 2.
The Stat Of The Gane Is....
14.3 as in just a 14.3 3pt shooting percentage for the Sixers on the night and 66.7 as in just a 66.7 free-throw shooting percentage. Winning is all about good shooting and when you shoot that poorly against an explosive offensive like the Suns' you usually end up on the short end of the stick.
The Bottom Line Is
Well, it appears that the victory over the Sonics was just a blip on the screen the for the Sixers, who once again fell back to a .500 record at 4-4. You have to hope though, that the Sixers can at least get another hot streak started at some point before the end of the season. Otherwise, this team won't be going anywhere.
It Was Over When....
The Sixers failed to get the lead at halftime. They led at one point with about 3:00 minutes left in the 2nd period, but the Suns charged back ahead before the half and never trailed again.
The Game ball Goes to....
Leandro Barbosa with 26 points and 10 rebounds, and Amare Stoudamire with 23 points and 10 rebounds. Simply put, the sixers just did not have an answer for the these 2.
The Stat Of The Gane Is....
14.3 as in just a 14.3 3pt shooting percentage for the Sixers on the night and 66.7 as in just a 66.7 free-throw shooting percentage. Winning is all about good shooting and when you shoot that poorly against an explosive offensive like the Suns' you usually end up on the short end of the stick.
The Bottom Line Is
Well, it appears that the victory over the Sonics was just a blip on the screen the for the Sixers, who once again fell back to a .500 record at 4-4. You have to hope though, that the Sixers can at least get another hot streak started at some point before the end of the season. Otherwise, this team won't be going anywhere.
PHILLIES NEWS
The Phillies continued their offseason wheeling and dealing today. Thus far, they've already made some changes to the coaching staff and I'm sure you'v e heard by the now that they have also made move at free agent slugger Alfonso Soriano. Now, today they've have bagged their free agent, but it's not Soriano, instead it's free agent 3rd baseman Wes Helms, who last year hit a career best .329 with 10 homers and 47 RBIs for the Florida Marlins in a limited role. Most likely his role with Phils will also be limited, but he should provide some infield depth, both at 3rd base when Abraham Nunez needs a blow and at 1st base when Ryan Howard needs a blow. Now just based on this you might think that this was a smart move for the Phils and it is for the most part, but the deal the Phils signed with Helms, seems a little hefty, as they agreed to pay Helms 5.45 million for 2 years. I don't know about you but that just seems to me like an awul lot to pay for backup infielder such as Helms and I don't why did. All I can say is they better sign Soriano, or there will a lot of disgruntled Phils fans out there.
Thursday, November 16, 2006
FLYERS NEWS
Flyers 4 Kings 3
It Was Over When....
R.J Umberger took the ice in the 3rd period. Umberger netted 2 late goals in the period to rally the Flyers to their 4-3 win.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Who else, R.J Umberger who scored twice on the night both times in the third period, including the game winning goal
The Stat Of The Game Is....
Well, there's nothing particularly distinguishing about the way either team played so we'll just go with 3, as in 3 goals scored in the 3rd period for the Flyers. At one point the Flyers trailed 3-1 in the middle of the period, but they posted 3 late goals to rally for the win.
The Bottom Line Is....
Honestly I fell asleep last night just as the 3rd period was starting and the Kings were leading 3-1. So imagine my shock when I woke this morning to find that the Flyers had won 4-3. I don't know, maybe it's me, but if this isn't the start of a turn around for the Flyers they've sure fooled me into thinking it is. I just hope they can keep it going.
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
FLYERS NEWS
Flyers 7 Ducks 4
It Was Over When....
The first period ended. The Flyers spent most of the period on the power play and took advantage of it, scoring 5, yes that's right 5 goals in the period, all against overmatched Ducks goalie Jean-Sebastian Giguere.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Peter Forsberg, with a goal and an assist, Simon Gagne with a goal and an assist, Sami Kapanen with 2 goals, Mike Knuble with a goal and an assist, Geoff Sanderson with a goal and an assist, Joni Pitkanen with 2 assists, Randy Robitaille with 2 assists, and Petr Nedved with 2 assists.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
7, as in 7 goals on the night for the Flyers as a team. This is the first time all year that they have scored more than 4 goals in a game.
The Bottom Line Is....
No that score at the top of this report is not a typo, the Flyers actually won for a change, and boy did they win. I mean they scored 7 goals against the best defensive team in the league thus far. You'd think if the Flyers can do that, then why can't they can't do it every night and win every game. Unfortunately things don't quite work like that, but hey who knows maybe this means the Flyers can actually turn things around.
SIXERS NEWS
Sixers 96 Sonics 90
It Was Over When....
The 3rd quarter ended. The Sixers built up a 15 point lead at one point during the quarter and by the the time the 4th quarter began they still led by 13, which was enough to hold on for the win.
The Game Ball Goes To....
the two AIs. Allen Iverson scored 28 points, and Andre Iguodala had a near triple double with 12 points , 8 rebounds, and 9 assists.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
0, as in the sonics biggest lead on the night was zero, in other words they never once had the lead in this game, as the Sixers led all night long from start to finish.
The Bottom Line Is....
This is the way you start a road trip. You just go into the other guy's building and take care of business. I mean it's one thing to lead for an entire game when you're at home, but to do it when you're on the road, is a real testament to your team unity. In fact, it was pretty clear, from beginning to end that the Sixers were not intimidated by the pro-sonics crowd, and they never really let them get in the game. I just hope this is the start of another long winning streak for the Sixers, rather than just a blip on the radar screen like that the 3 game winning streak at the beginning the season.
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Monday, November 13, 2006
FLYERS NEWS
Penguins 3 Flyers 2
It Was Over When....
Pittsburgh's rookie sensation Evgeni Malkin scored with just over 2:00 minutes left to play in the 3rd period to put the Penguins ahead for good at 3-2.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Pittsburgh's other wunderkind, Sidney Crosby who recorded their 1st goal of the night and assisted on Malkin's game winning score.
The Stat Of the Game Is....
3, as in 3 wins against the Flyers this season for the Penguins. Prior to this the Penguins had not beaten the Flyers three times in a season since 2000-2001.
The Bottom Line Is....
Once again the Flyers actually played farely well tonight, and once again they lost a hearbreaker on a late goal in the 3rd period. I don't know about you, but it seems increasingly evident to me that this team just isn't ready to win this season. Whether it's a lack of experience, or a dearth of heart and will to win, they are just not all put together right now. I mean at this point, if they can just somehow break even by the end of the season I'll be happy.
Sunday, November 12, 2006
EAGLES NEWS
Eagles 27 Redskins 3
It Was Over When....
Redskins star running back Clinton Portis broke his right hand in the 1st quarter. Portis would not return for the remainder of the game and whatever chance the Redskins might have had to win this game was lost with him.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg. Assuming the play calling duties for the first time this year,(usually head coach Andy Reid scripts and calls the plays) he made sure that the Eagles offense ran the ball more times than it passed it for the first time this season. In fact, the Eagles got the ball with just over 9:00 minutes left in the game and with their new found running game were able to completely run off the remaining time on the clock, without having to bring the defense back out on to the field.
The Stat Of the Game Is....
113, as in 113 rushing yards in the game for Eagles running back Brian Westbrook, and 139 as in 139 yards receiving for Eagles receiver Donte Stallworth. This is the first time all year the Eagles have had a 100 yard rusher and receiver in the same game, and just the second time all year that they have had a 100 yard rusher(it was Westbrook the other time too).
The Bottom Line Is....
All I can say is thank god the Eagles won this one and thank god for Marty Mornhinweg. The Eagles won this one because Mornhinweg was willing to run to the ball and balance out the offense with 3o runs and 29 passes. If they can keep up that kind of balance for the rest of the season, there is a good chance that they will make the playoffs. However it's not always going to be this easy so if the Eagles hope to make playoffs they're just going to have to keep at it. They just can't have anymore of the let downs they had in the 1st half of the season.
Saturday, November 11, 2006
FLYERS NEWS
Sabres 5 Flyers 4 Final in OT
It Was Over When....
Daniel Briere scored his second goal of the night, just 21 seconds into the overtime period.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Well, it was going to go to Randy Robitaille who scored twice on the night and helped the Flyers take a 4-3 lead late in the 3rd period, but then Daniel Briere stepped in with just under 3:00 minutes to play and scored to tie it and then win it in overtime, so we'll have to give it to him instead.
The Stat Of the Game Is....
1, as in 1 point gained by the Flyers tonight to add to their league worst 7. Yes they lost, but they lost in overtime and as long you get to overtime you get 1 point, win or lose. So the Flyers now have 8 points on the season instead of 7. It's not a huge improvement but for this team it's a start.
The Bottom Line Is...,
This was actually a pretty good effort for the Flyers, considering they were without Peter Forsberg. Yes, they fell behind 3-0 as usual, but they kept at it and kept chipping away until they had the lead at 4-3 with just under 3 minutes to play, but of course you know the rest. Basically what I am saying is that even though this was a loss for the Flyers it was still an improvement over the way they have been playing, and who knows if they can keep playing like this, they might just be able to turn this thing around.
Friday, November 10, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Nuggets 108 Sixers 101
It Was Over When....
Willie Green missed a potential game tying three pointer with the score at 104-101 Nuggets. Carmelo Anthony then sank a couple free throws at the other end of the court to effectively put it away.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Carmelo Anthony with 31 points, Andre Miller with 18 points and 9 assists, and Marcus Camby with 10 points and 11 rebounds.
The Stat Of the Game Is....
6 for 20, as in only 6 for 20 shooting on the night for Allen Iveron. Although he did somehow still manage to score 21 points, it was still a subpar night for him, and you know what they say, as he goes so goes the Sixers, and that just held true tonight.
The Bottom Line Is....
Aaargh, what happened? I mean they were 3-0 and on top of the world, or at least the eastern conference, and now all of the sudden there 3-3, having lost three in a row. I'll, tell ya only the Sixers could start 3-0 and then go 0-3. I don't know, I guess this is just a bad year to be a philly sports fan, but who knows maybe the Sixers can put together another winning streak, when they return to action in 4 days.
Thursday, November 09, 2006
FLYERS NEWS
Islanders 3 Flyers 1
It Was Over When....
Alexei Yashin scored his second goal of the night, with just under 5 minutes to play in the 2nd period. Yashin's second score gave the Islanders a 3-0 lead which they would never relinquish.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Alexei Yashin with 2 goals, Jason Blake with 2 assists, and goalie Rick Dipietro, even though it seems like just about anybody can hold the Flyers to only 1 goal these days.
The Stat Of the Game Is....
0, as in 0 goals in the first 2 periods for the Flyers. Simply put, if you want to win you have to score early and often, you just can't keep falling behind and expect to be able to come back and get the win in the 3rd period.
The Bottom Line Is....
Uggh, what's with this team. I mean this is 4 straight losses now, and there is no solution in sight. When are these guys going to wake up, and get serious. They have absolutely no heart right now, and there just doesn't seem to be anyone willing to step up and make play when they need it. They need to sit down and have a team meeting right now ,before this gets any worse, because it's going to before it gets any better.
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Raptors 106 Sixers 104
It Was Over When....
Chris Bosh beat the shot clock with a three pointer with 6 seconds left in the game, and Andre Iguodala missed a three pointer to beat the final buzzer.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Chris Bosh with 29 points and 14 rebounds and T.J Ford with 11 points and 7 assists.
The Stat Of The Game Is....
17, as in 17 turnovers for the Sixers and 20.5 as in a 20.5 three point shooting percentage on the night for the Sixers as they once again struggled from behind the arc, and even Kyle Kolver went o for 2 from behind the arc.
The Bottom Line Is....
Well, last night was just a tough night for Sixers, but tonight was downright heartbreaking. I mean the Sixers could have and should have won this one, but in the end the night belonged to Chris Bosh. Seriously, who would have predicted that he would hit two three pointers on the night, including the one that ultimately sealed the win for the Raptors. Luckily, the Sixers have the day off tomorrow so you, I, and all the other Sixers fans out there have a day to get over this crushing blow, because we are all going to need it.
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Pacers 97 Sixers 86
It Was Over When....
The Pacers hit three consecutive three pointers to start the 3rd period and take a 21 point lead which they would never relinquish.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Jermaine O'neal with 16 points and 11 rebounds and Al Harrington with 14 points and 8 rebounds.
The Stat Of the Game Is....
14.3 as in a 14.3 3 point shooting percentage for the Sixers on the night. Coming into tonight's game the Sixers were the top three point shooting team in the league by percentage, but tonight the shots didn't fall for them and they lost.
The Bottom Line Is....
Well, you knew the Sixers were going to lose a game sometime, and tonight seemed like it would be the night for it to happen. Ironically, the Sixers started 0-3 last year and beat the Pacers in their 4th game of the season for their 1st win. So maybe this loss is a good sign for the Sixers and the new and better direction this team seems to be going in. I just hope they can get back on the winning track tomorrow night against the Raptors.
FLYERS NEWS
As if things weren't bad enough, Jeff Carter had an MRI on his ankle today, and it was confirmed that he has a broken left tibia and will be out for at least 6 weeks. So, if you thought the Flyers still had a chance, you were wrong.
Monday, November 06, 2006
FLYERS NEWS
Maple Leafs 4 Flyers 1
It Was Over When....
Alexei Ponikarovsky scored the Maple Leafs 3rd goal of the night with 4:oo minutes left to play in the 3rd period. It only made the score 3-1, but the way the Flyers have played this season you just knew it was going to be too much for them to overcome.
The Game Puck Goes To....
Alexei Ponikarovsky who assisted on the 2nd and eventual game winning goal for the Maple Goals, and as I said scored the clinching 3rd goal for the Maple Leafs.
The Stat Of the Game Is....
41, as in 41 shots on goal, and 7 as in power play chances for the Flyers. Incredibly after all those chances the Flyers came away with just 1 goal, which is simply inexplicable.
The Bottom Line Is....
Apparently the Flyers have forgotten how to score goals. They seem to know how to put shots on goal consistently , they just can't seem to put any of them in the goal. Now obviously part of that is good goaltending, but only to a certain extent. At some point you have to put some of the blame on the Flyers offense. I mean you have got to know what to do when you get the puck on net. You can't just thrown it in there, you have to keep at it until it's in the goal. Maybe it's youth and inexperience or maybe it's boredom and indifference, or maybe it's just a general lack of talent, but whatever it is they had better figure it out fast and start turning all those shots into goals because they are quickly running out of time to turn things around.
Sunday, November 05, 2006
SIXERS NEWS
Sixers 107 Heat 98
It Was Over When....
Andre Iguodala hit a pair of 3-pointers early in the 4th quarter to put the Sixers up 17. Later in the period the Heat's Antoine Walker hit 3 consecutive 3 pointers to cut the lead to 10 but thanks to Iguodala's threes it was already too late.
The Game Ball Goes To....
Allen Iverson, with 31 points and 13 assists, Andre Iguodala with 20 points, 5 assists, and 7 rebounds, Chris Webber with 10 points and 11 rebounds, and once again Kyle Korver who came off the bench to score 22 points, including 5 consecutive three pointers.
The Stat Of the Game Is....
9 ,as in 9 consecutive three pointers hit by Kyle Kolver going back to Friday night. On Friday he hit 4 in a row against the Magic and today he hit 5 in a row against the Heat before missing one late in the 4th quarter.
The Bottom Line Is....
Hey, what I can say, the Sixers are 3-0 and there isn't a whole lot I can say about them that's bad. The defense was better today than it was on Friday, but it still wasn't great, it was just good enough. Basically what I am saying is that I am pleased with how the Sixers are doing right now, they aren't quite playing flawlessly just yet, but they are slowly getting there and I have a really good feeling about the rest of the season.
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