Heat Vs. Pistons

[Jadaki 1]

Game 1 is over, and the Heat come into Detroit and take the lead in the series.The Heat bench looked really solid when the stars where in foul trouble. The Pistons can't stop Wade unless they get charging calls on him. I expect the Pistons to bounce back for the win in game 2.I like the Heat in 6.

[princeof56k 0]

The Heat really needed that big rest they got by beating the Nets early. They took care of business against the Nets, and they are motivated against the Pistons after losing last year.The Pistons meanwhile looked very vulnerable against the Cavs. They couldnt stop James penetration, and Wade is extremely tough when trying to drive inside. I'm picking the Heat.If the Heat do win the series, they need to close out at home in game 6.

[diamondhead 0]

I agree, I think the Heat really have a good chance to take this series but they do need to do it before going back to Detroit for game 7.

[keith crime 8]

It's really about how they call fouls on Shaq so really who can predict?

[Jadaki 1]

It's really about how they call fouls on Shaq so really who can predict?

And Wade, he spent more time on the bench in foul trouble than anyone. I don't like how you can get called for charging when the defender still has his feet moving, it's a cheesy foul when you consider all the flopping and undercutting that takes place.

[kers2 0]

I'm a Heat fan so obviously I'm rooting for them, but this series is going to be a war. I'm fairly certain Detroit bounces back and ties it 1-1, then they split in Miami as well.That will make it a best 2 out of 3 with 2 in Detroit... a tough road to hoe for the Heat.

[ForRealDD 0]

Although they did dominate the better part of 48 minutes in game 1, I don't expect the Heat to control the series. I feel safe calling this a Detroit series in 6, maybe 7.

[Jadaki 1]

Although they did dominate the better part of 48 minutes in game 1, I don't expect the Heat to control the series. I feel safe calling this a Detroit series in 6, maybe 7.

Heat looked great at home, Wade was unstopable again and the Heat are up 2-1 now.

[princeof56k 0]

The Pistons had trouble with James penetration in the last series, and I thought Wade would give them trouble here. I actually think Wade is a little better at getting to the basket. And matters are complicated because the big men for the Pistons cant just rush over to help and leave Shaq wide open.

[Jadaki 1]

The interesting matchup has been Walker vs Prince, so far whoever has won that battle has won every game. Walker has been very productive in a limited role. When he keeps the turnovers down and uses good shot selection, the Heat offense gets really scary.

[greatwhite 0]

Mark my word, the Heat are going to win it all. Shaq and Wade are can't be stopped right now, even by the amazing Pistons defense.

[Jadaki 1]

Mark my word, the Heat are going to win it all. Shaq and Wade are can't be stopped right now, even by the amazing Pistons defense.

Pistons defence isn't playing like it was 2 months ago. No one seems to be able to get a body in front of Wade and Shaq just does whatever he wants most the time. Right now the only team that can beat the Heat is themselves.

[kers2 0]

Tonight's game is pivotal for both teams. I think whoever wins tonight takes the series.Shaq is playing like it's 95, and Sheed is a little banged up too (which I'm not complaining about). The Heat are playing so well right now.

[princeof56k 0]

The Pistons cant really stop Wade, but that was also the case last year (until he got hurt). Also last year Shaq wasnt anywhere near 100%. And that series went 7 games with the Pistons having to win games 6 and 7 to advance.This year Wade is healthier and has actually improved his game. The current NBA rules also favor penetrators and Wade is one of the best. I would still say Shaq is slowing, but I think both he and Wade benifitted from the long rest they got from eliminating the Nets early. Add in the fact that the Heat are very determined after being eliminated by the Pistons last year (in a series the Heat felt they shouldve won), and its not that suprising whats happening right now.I still think the Heat need to close it out in 6. Tonights game should be great.

[kers2 0]

I have beef with that stupid as TMobile commercial with Ben Wallace. Why would the Miami crowd ever chant "WE WANT BEN, WE WANT BEN!!"A: They wouldnt... ever. They would chant "BEN SUCKS HIS SISTER'S COCK, BEN SUCKS HIS SISTER'S COCK!!"

[kers2 0]

HEAT = PIMPS

[CaneBrain 97]

HEAT = PIMPS

Two nearly flawless games at home to take a 3-1 lead.Is there anyone in the nba the Heat would trade Wade for. Even Lebron at this point?? Wade has basically played a perfect series so far. (excepting a small case of turnoveritis)I think they close it out in 5. Pistons look demoralized...even when they actually play good D Wade finds a way so far.By the way, it is just a matter of time before some Pistons player or fan starts whining about the refs. Just remind them that somehow Detroit shot more free throws than Miami in games 1-3 despite Miami being the much more aggressive squad. These things even out.

[Jadaki 1]

Is there anyone in the nba the Heat would trade Wade for.

I'd say no, I have been saying he is as good as LeBron is for a long time, he is the franchise player now, not Shaq.And as far as reffing, it's been fairly even in crappy reffing though in game 1 the Pistons got a bunch of rediculous calls. Since then its been equally horrible.

[Hobbes 1]

I love it when there is a foul called and the player acts in total disbelief and then they show the replay of the player hanging on the shooter's arm. The players do know that there is replay on TV and that they look like total jackasses, right?

[ForRealDD 0]

Although they did dominate the better part of 48 minutes in game 1, I don't expect the Heat to control the series. I feel safe calling this a Detroit series in 6, maybe 7.

Foot is in mouth

[SBriand 4]

I don't know what the **** is going on with my Hometown Boys but I am fully prepared now for the series to be over Wednesday. Here we had an amazing team for the entire season and half of the playoffs and then out of nowhere the bottom falls out. This team could very welkl have been dominant for the next 3-5 years since the starting 5 seemed poised and together to make run after run. But after this season is over I am very curious on what changes will be made. We obviously need a deeper bench but at this pace i see players like Ben Wallace leaving the team and maybe another starter. They have all played piss poor basketball for the last 9 games and Prince is the only player who showes up (except for game 3, but hey, he can't do it every night). I don't get the lack of urgency. I don't get the mindset of being down 9 and having a 1:38 left and letting them run the shot clock down to 6 then commit a FLAGRANT foul. Idiots.

[greatwhite 0]

I'd say no, I have been saying he is as good as LeBron is for a long time, he is the franchise player now, not Shaq.And as far as reffing, it's been fairly even in crappy reffing though in game 1 the Pistons got a bunch of rediculous calls. Since then its been equally horrible.

Wade is a great player, but to take him over LeBron is insanity. Although it might be too early to tell, I think LeBron is going to be the best player in the NBA of this era.

[Guest Guest]

Wade is a great player, but to take him over LeBron is insanity. Although it might be too early to tell, I think LeBron is going to be the best player in the NBA of this era.

although i believe youre wrong.. id like to wonder how they played if the cavs had wade.. and practically no supporting cast.. and lebron with shaq... which would be just.. :icon_eek:then again.. wade didnt do too bad his rookie year leading the heat in the playoffs.. as a miami native. id like to say.. GO HEAT!! -=)

[CaneBrain 97]

I love it when there is a foul called and the player acts in total disbelief and then they show the replay of the player hanging on the shooter's arm. The players do know that there is replay on TV and that they look like total jackasses, right?

This obviously could not bother the Pistons less. They lead the league in disbelieving stares and shrugged shoulders and incredulous faces.

Wade is a great player, but to take him over LeBron is insanity. Although it might be too early to tell, I think LeBron is going to be the best player in the NBA of this era.

It is not insanity. Three months ago I would have agreed with you. But Wade has completely controlled this series. Lebron was nowhere near as effective against Detroit. Granted, Wade's supporting cast is much better....but Shaq really has little to do with the way Wade has deconstructed the Pistons D.Lebron is much younger and he could end up being better.But right now Wade is better.

[princeof56k 0]

Granted, Wade's supporting cast is much better....but Shaq really has little to do with the way Wade has deconstructed the Pistons D.

Disagree with that point. Shaq is getting all of the Pistons big men in foul trouble and thats a huge advantage. Shaq can bang inside early, get all those guys in foul trouble, and make it easier for Wade to attack the basket late. In addition the Pistons big men cant just rush over to stop penetration and leave Shaq all alone in the paint. Having Shaq is a huge advantage for a perimeter player who likes to drive to the basket. Kobe and Penny are enough to prove this.I still think LeBron is better than Wade, but I've always felt the gap was very close (Wade gets the edge on defense). But evaluating LeBron vs Wade is almost impossible primarily because of the supporting casts involved. Wade's teammates arent just better than what leBron has. They're WAY better. It's not even close. He's playing with the best center in the league. Wade even has a much better coach who knows how to use those supporting players.If roles were reversed, I think Wade would likely shoot more and score more points, and LeBron would be scoring a little less and improve on defense with Riley's coaching.