Bulls, let d playoff come, I hope dey wud still have d strength to go on. Can't wait for the playoffs. Separating heat, sorry boys from men. Go celts

^ lol.

http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/blog/ball_dont_lie/post/Player-poll-rates-notorious-floppers-as-NBA-821?urn=nba-wp868

Sports Illustrated Top Floppers in the NBA (from polling nba players):
1. Anderson Varejao
2. Manu Ginobili
3. Luis Scola
4. Derek Fisher
5. Kevin Martin
6. Shane Battier
7. Jarron Collins
8. Raja Bell
9. Jose Barea
10. Andres Nocioni

I especially agree with the bolded. Ginobili is really shameless in that regard. And Fisher as well. Top notch flop artists.

Darthmaul:

Bulls, let d playoff come, I hope dey wud still have d strength to go on. Can't wait for the playoffs. Separating heat, sorry boys from men. Go celts

Which drug do u use?
Meth or crack?
Watch as Heat will finish Boston on Sunday

oyewolejos:

Which drug do u use?
Meth or crack?
[b]Watch as Heat will finish Boston on Sunda[/b]y

Which Heat are you talking about? Prince James and his followers? Heat isn't a complete team yet. They can't survive a tough opponent in a playoff seven game series. there are a lot of holes in their game. Even if the beat the celts for just one game, they still have to make it count during the playoffs. I still think the Bulls are the team to beat in the east. They have thibs, who is celts former assistant coach. That guy is a really good coach.

With the way derrick rose and the heat are playing right now, I don't think miami has a chance. They need more pieces. I need my celtics to get healthy!

oyewolejos:

Which drug do u use?
Meth or crack?
Watch as Heat will finish Boston on Sunday

They did massacre my celts but I will still put my money on my celts come playoffs. Mind u just dis one time heat have beaten celtics dis season

I still see the Celts at the Playoff finals probably against the Bulls. And at the East, most likely Spurs against Lakers, with the current level of execution that is.
The Heat are not consitent enough neither do they have the endurance to better any team in 7 consecutive games if not, they could stand a chance if not, then till next season

BOSTON CELTICS!!! for NBA 2011

^Welcome Maverick (fellow Celtic fan) . . . unless you're a return ID? 

I think we're going to be suprised this playoff season . . . and I would like to be suprised. Teams like OKC and Chi that have been on the verge actually have a shot to breakthrough because they're playing with a ton of confidence and momentum. The other side of the equation is nothing trumps experience - championship experience - something LA, Bos, SA all have - regardless of how badly they're playing right now.

Also LA and Boston really sucked leading into last years playoffs, and suprised us all by making the finals, so one can never write them off. Miami is a wildcard. I agree it'll be hard for them to better any of the top teams in a 7-game series . . . but hey, anything is possible!

Let the Playoffs begin . . .

JeSoul:

^Welcome Maverick (fellow Celtic fan) . . . unless you're a return ID? 

I think we're going to be suprised this playoff season . . . and I would like to be suprised. Teams like OKC and Chi that have been on the verge actually have a shot to breakthrough because they're playing with a ton of confidence and momentum. The other side of the equation is nothing trumps experience - championship experience - something LA, Bos, SA all have - regardless of how badly they're playing right now.

Also LA and Boston really sucked leading into last years playoffs, and suprised us all by making the finals, so one can never write them off. Miami is a wildcard. I agree it'll be hard for them to better any of the top teams in a 7-game series . . . but hey, anything is possible!

Let the Playoffs begin . . .

Did u watch their game against Boston?
Did u hear the commentator says this is how to win the championship?
I even like how u guys are underating the Heat.
How many team in the NBA can beat the heat in a 7 game series?
Well April 17 is near so until then let all fingers be crossed

Celtics will win the title

I pick celtics vs okc thunder in the final

celtics winning it

oyewolejos:

Did u watch their game against Boston?
Did u hear the commentator says this is how to win the championship?
I even like how u guys are underating the Heat.
How many team in the NBA can beat the heat in a 7 game series?
Well April 17 is near so until then let all fingers be crossed

And one game suddenly wipes out an entire season? lol. Did you watch their other games against the NBA elite teams? they ended up 1-3 against Boston. LA was the only team they beat 2-0. Overall, they are ~ 5-15 or so against Chicago, Dal, LA, Bos, Orlando, SA and just about .500 against .500 teams.

But in spite of that, the playoffs are all about match-ups, momentum and experience - which is why the regular season numbers won't count for much. That said, the Heat have no inside defense, and any coach worth his weight will exploit that over a 7 game series. But then again, we can all be surprised, nothing is guaranteed.

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Hakim27:

Celtics will win the title

I pick celtics vs okc thunder in the final

celtics winning it

Hehe . . . I'm a Bos fan so I say amen to that, though I'll be surprised if they make it that far. OKC is a scary team. Durant is a stud and Perkins has given them a swagger to go head to head with the likes of LA. Its going to be an exciting playoff season .

Playoffs baby! Na now the real basketball just start!

The Bulls just stole a win against the Pacers and the Heat are beating the Sixers real bad right now! I don't see how the Hawks are going to handle Dwight and the Blazers would trouble my Mavs with their youth for sure! Celtics vs Knicks has to be the biggest tie tho

What a weekend! Full of shocks too as the favorites, Magic, LA and even San Antonio Spurs lost! Ray Allen's clutch shooting came through for the Celts!! Seems we are in for the most exciting playoffs yet

We Lakers are bouncing back, i guess my boys were not so serious with the game, but we will be there as usual.

Wow, the playoffs really started off with a bang! lol.

Felt bad for the Pacers. They could very easily be up 2-0 on the bulls if they had experienced veterans to help them down the stretch to close out games. But nevertheless, they have made their mark on the playoffs so far. Who woulda thought they'd be giving Chicago a run for their money. lol.

Lakers - Hornets. CP stole game 1, but I expect the Lakers to win in 6 games.

Everyone's expecting Memphis to upset SA . . . lol, poor Spurs still get no respect in spite of all the rings wey dey their finger. I say the Spurs will win in 6.

Boston - NY. Dagger from Ray-ray. Celtics lets go jare. NY cannot keep up playing this level of defense each game. They will revert to their old ways.

I know I'm not the only one . . . but the most exciting series in this playoffs is Denver vs. OKC wow! what a game 1. I'm looking forward to their game 2 more than any other series. I'm so suprised Denver is this good. George Karl has done a marvellous job with these guys. So so impressive.

Its Lakers or nothing.

FBS:

Its Lakers or nothing.

Carry go jor . The Laker star is fading to black - let the people say amen .

That said, I expect them to win against CP3 and the Hornets tonite. Pau should be looking for redemption from that stinker in Game 1.
I am licking my lips in anticipation for the Denver vs OKC game . . . plus we'll see if the Spurs can hold serve at home and even the series vs. Memphis.

Kobe and Gasol had another quiet night. They had Bynum and Odom to thank

As for the Mavs wow what can I say about Dirk and Peja Stojakovic who just couldn't miss


Dwight too has been an absolute beast! Too bad he is surrounded by duds




OKC vs Denver has been fantastic tho I don't understand why the Thunder kept poundin Denver on the boards




For the Spurs once again Manu Ginobili showed his importance I do hope his arm stays hurt cos they are average without him

Blazers take one from the Mavs. Kudos. But will still lose in 5-6 lol.

A-40:

OKC vs Denver has been fantastic tho I don't understand why the Thunder kept poundin Denver on the boards

I feel bad for Denver. They need a closer. Its not enough in the playoffs to have a bunch of solid players unfortunately. But mehn, they've really done themselves and their fans proud.

Bos vs. NY tonight. I hope my boyz can take this series to 3-0 so they can rest those old legs for Miami .

And lets see if Orlando can go up a lead in the series. These Hawks came to play lol.

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Come self, where are all these yeye nba fans on NL ehn? Chic2pimp, Chiogo, Na2day, Darth and co.

O.k Would like to say I am very impressed to see an NBA thread here on Nairaland, I am new to this so I Guess I should introduce myself. Brave Heart is the name and Miami Heat is the team. That will do I Guess. Hope to discuss the playoffs on here as the real business part comes along. BTW (Caveat Emptor) I am a big Lebron James fan and by big I mean collossal so I guess i would have a problem with one poster calling the King a Prince,

Brave Hear:

O.k Would like to say I am very impressed to see an NBA thread here on Nairaland, I am new to this so I Guess I should introduce myself. Brave Heart is the name and Miami Heat is the team. That will do I Guess.

Welcome Braveheart! you've come to the right place . . . though some of our regulars are slacking right now but enough of us are usually around even thru the offseason.

Hope to discuss the playoffs on here as the real business part comes along. BTW (Caveat Emptor) I am a big Lebron James fan and by big I mean collossal so I guess i would have a problem with one poster calling the King a Prince,

lol. Looks like we shall be 'meeting' very soon in the 2nd rd. Celtics fan here. Though I have always had an affection for Lebron, can't say the same for Wade or Christina Bosh .

I see fan of the leprachaun of Irish folklore. Pleased to meet you, Yeah we Might be meeting in the 2nd rd coz I havent given up on Knicks knicking the series, Melo ran you close last time out all on his own and you are now back to Madison Square Garden, Haba not a fan of Flash?? If you were a Laker I'd say coz he's better than Kobe and ur jealous but since ur a Celt common, Chris Bosh I can understand but he is proving himself in this series so far.

Brave Hear:

I see fan of the leprachaun of Irish folklore.

lol, I like Braveheart already!

Pleased to meet you, Yeah we Might be meeting in the 2nd rd coz I havent given up on Knicks knicking the series, Melo ran you close last time out all on his own and you are now back to Madison Square Garden,

Honestly, I was more worried to draw the Philadelphia 76ers than I was of the knicks! lol. Cos I know the knicks don't play no defense to save their lives (tho they've been pretty good so far this series). The offensive malaise the C's have been in have not helped matters either. Knicks have been playing us relatively close all season . . . yet we have beaten them what is it now? 7 times in a row? after a while it can't be coincidence . I hope we handle biz tonite.

Haba not a fan of Flash?? If you were a Laker I'd say coz he's better than Kobe and your jealous but since your a Celt common, Chris Bosh I can understand but he is proving himself in this series so far.

Its more personal than bball jare. Don't mind me. However I don't fancy his playing style . . . flinging his body all over the place and getting injured so often - the shelflife of players like him are relatively short. I'd rather go the kobe route - finesse and skill, while pacing yourself. Bosh I've always felt was overrated - I haven't changed my mind yet.

Honestly, I was more worried to draw the Philadelphia 76ers than I was of the knicks! lol. Cos I know the knicks don't play no defense to save their lives (tho they've been pretty good so far this series). The offensive malaise the C's have been in have not helped matters either. Knicks have been playing us relatively close all season . . . yet we have beaten them what is it now? 7 times in a row? after a while it can't be coincidence . I hope we handle biz tonite.

I am very Sure you didnt mean that, its 6 times BTW if u beat them 2nite will make it 7. Playing Philly It's like we are not even in the playoffs right now, we are so coasting and will be well rested for the 2nd rd, TBF You guys will make the 2nd round but i see the Knicks taking the Series to 7 games and y'all be jaded when you meet the Heat and "The Real Big 3". Hoping to watch your game 2nite and u know u guys cant win this one.

Its more personal than bball jare. Don't mind me. However I don't fancy his playing style . . . flinging his body all over the place and getting injured so often - the shelflife of players like him are relatively short. I'd rather go the kobe route - finesse and skill, while pacing yourself. Bosh I've always felt was overrated - I haven't changed my mind yet.

Thank God you said It's more personal than ball that'd be excused, But man Flash plays his heart out every night man, if you love sports u gotta love his passion(that's what makes him great, to me he is the most passionate player on the floor since MJ when he is Hot, He is Hot.) dont get me started with Kobe who recently came out of Shaqs shadows with his previous rings, Point of Correction, Bosh is Unproven not Overrated if u call him over-rated I wonder what you'd call Gasol, He Just Needs time and he'll come through he's already doing that in this playoff series I'm impressed with his work thus far.

"The real big three" my foot!! Anyways welcome on board, Brave heart!
It's been an interesting playoffs!! I'm so proud of how far the bulls have come. Looking forward to my celts stealing the 3rd game tonight.

JeSoul love, how are you? I see you've been holding it down around here.

Brave Hear:

Thank God you said It's more personal than ball that'd be excused, But man Flash plays his heart out every night man, if you love sports u gotta love his passion(that's what makes him great, to me he is the most passionate player on the floor since MJ when he is Hot, He is Hot.) dont get me started with Kobe who recently came out of Shaqs shadows with his previous rings, Point of Correction, Bosh is Unproven not Overrated if u call him over-rated I wonder what you'd call Gasol, He Just Needs time and he'll come through he's already doing that in this playoff series I'm impressed with his work thus far.

Are u serious?? D.Wade better than Kobe i know you are a die-hard Heat fan but you are trying too hard bro. Even Lebron is not as good as Kobe! Whaaaat? Specie get level nau

5 rings
League MVP
Finals MVP 2ce
8 times All-NBA First team
2 times All-NBA Second Team
8 time All-Defensive first team
4 times all star MVP
13 time all star
2 time scoring champ

Someone with an average of 25 pts and 5 assists in over 200 playoff games is over-rated? Stop the Shaq thing too abeg Phil Jackson's coaching had a bigger hand in that great Laker team than Shaq ever did

@Jesoul
Wow you guys just killed the Knicks! Rondo had a triple-double and Pierce killed it too! What i thought may be one of the tougher series might wind up being a sweep

I didnt expect Los Mavs to sweep the Blazers i just hope they pick Game 4 because a young team is not the kind of team you would want to go 6 or 7 games with.

The Nuggets just have to rebound better its as simple as that

@Chiogo
Wats good! Its been a minute. Hola at ur big homie

Jamal Crawford

"The real big three" my foot!! Anyways welcome on board, Brave heart!  
It's been an interesting playoffs!! I'm so proud of how far the bulls have come. Looking forward to my celts stealing the 3rd game tonight.

Thank you for the warm reception chiogo, Already feel like I should be watching my back on here as there are 2 celts here(lol) lets go there anyways, Congrats on ur victory 2nite, MSG seems to inspire every player but the Knick players(worthless bunch). As for the Bulls, they've been pushed too hard in their 3 games so far, always knew they'd struggle in the Play offs coz they havent been there in a while yeah they are 1st seed but i dont see them winning the Eastern Conference finals this year,

@A-40: I'd like a Shooting guard who is aggressive, effective and knows how to share the ball. i.o.w. I want him to take over games only when necessary and not taking ill-advised shots when passing the ball is definitely a better option.

Even Lebron is not as good as Kobe! Whaaaat? Specie get level nau

ah so it's the Kobe-Lebron debate, my forte!

5 rings

 how many without Shaq?

League MVP

2-Time Reigning MVP

8 times All-NBA First team

  4 times All-NBA First team @ 26.

2 times All-NBA Second Team

  2 times All-NBA Second Team

8 time All-Defensive first team

  2 times All Defensive first team @ 26.

4 times all star MVP

                 2 times all star MVP @ 26.

13 time all star

                        7 time all star @ 26. only missed it in his rookie year.

2 time scoring champ

               2008 scoring Champ @ 26.

Someone with an average of 25 pts and 5 assists in over 200 playoff games is over-rated?

 29.3 pts  8.4 boards and 7.3 assists all most a tripple-double in his career so far, I think you'd agree that the statistics tell you who's the better player and who'd eventually have the better career at the end of the day, Make no mistake, I never said Mr. Bryant was over-rated (I respect the Mamba) Just like Flash better on my team and Lebron's obviously better man, Be Honest, All he needs now are the rings and they'll come hopefully starting this year!!!

Brave Hear:

@A-40: I'd like a Shooting guard who is aggressive, effective and knows how to share the ball. i.o.w. I want him to take over games only when necessary and not taking ill-advised shots when passing the ball is definitely a better option.

Aggressive?? Who is as aggressive as Kobe Bryant? Isnt that why they call him the black mamba? Who takes over games more often? Kobe or LebronWho runs away from the ball in the 4th quarter? Kobe or Lebron Who has a bigger rep of being a clutch player? Kobe or Lebron

Brave Hear:

ah so it's the Kobe-Lebron debate, my forte!

Yaay!! Unfortunately you have met your match or better yet your mismatch

Brave Hear:

how many without Shaq?

How many rings did Shaq win at Orlando without Kobe?? Or when he had Nick Van Exel and Eddie Jones as his backcourt buddies. Even when he left the Lakers the only time he won a ring he was a glorified sixth man

Brave Hear:

2-Time Reigning MVP

Steve Nash has two MVP's! Dont tell me you think he is better than Jason Kiddor John Stockton

Brave Hear:

4 times All-NBA First team @ 26.

What is the guarantee that he would grab 8 by the time he is Kobe's age??

Brave Heart:

2 times All-NBA Second Team

No comment

Brave Heart:

2 times All Defensive first team @ 26.

Even the most die-hard Lebron fan knows that Lebron sucks greasy hair balls on D compared to Kobe! Lebron is only good at guarding under-sized players and getting weak-side blocks. I am willing to bet a few stacks he would not make 8 by the time he is Kobe's age or do you wanna bet?

I see you where silent about the finals MVP part

Brave Heart:

2 times all star MVP @ 26.

2 is different from 4 in due time we would find out if he meets up

Brave Heart:

7 time all star @ 26. only missed it in his rookie year.

As it stands he can only match it at best

Brave Heart:

2008 scoring Champ @ 26.

T-Mac and now Kevin Durant have been scoring champs twice Kevin Durant did it way quicker than Lebron. So??

Brave Heart:

29.3 pts 8.4 boards and 7.3 assists all most a tripple-double in his career so far, I think you'd agree that the statistics tell you who's the better player and who'd eventually have the better career at the end of the day, Make no mistake, I never said Mr. Bryant was over-rated (I respect the Mamba) Just like Flash better on my team and Lebron's obviously better man, Be Honest, All he needs now are the rings and they'll come hopefully starting this year!!!

Dude seriously?? Kobe had been to 4 NBA Finals before Lebron even sniffed the playoffs so comparing their playoff averages hardly makes sense especially when Kobe has played almost triple the number of games Lebron has. Stop this Blasphemy please
Talking about assists! They look impressive to the untrained eye but when you check out his ridiculous assist/turnover ratio you realize those numbers are just a ruse.
Better career? Are you having a laugh? After leading his team to the League best record twice he couldnt even smell an NBA Final losing to teams that Kobe's Lakers beat (The Magic didnt even need homecourt to end their series in 6 only to lose to Kobe's Lakers in 5)
I am not a Lebron hater but please he aint on Kobe's level

And the Knicks went out with a whimper! What a shame. The Hornets have tied the series and the Grizz are showing the Spurs pepper as i anticipated i see that series ending in 7 unless the Grizz win tomorrow and it ends in 6. The Magic have been the biggest disappointment so far and i wouldnt be suprised if Dwight bails on them in free agency and wind up in L.A just like Shaq!
Mavs are also tied

Dwight to LA??! You think he is gonna do that? Oh man. . .its party time then !!!