Suns @ Bucks game thread 1-22-18

[SirStefan32]

Here is the reported reason for the Kidd firing.

Sounds similar to his last job.

 

[Mainstreet]

Please let it be Ulis to the bench!

This is a good guess unless the Suns are rotating centers again.

 

[SirStefan32]

Perhaps it's time to start Len?

 

[Mainstreet]

Perhaps it's time to start Len?

With the trade deadline nearing, there may be a reason why the Suns play certain centers. It's hard to know.

Wouldn't it be crazy if the Suns traded a center to the Bucks.

 

[Mainstreet]

I think Bordow could be wrong on this one.

scott bordow‏Verified account@sbordow


So, no Giannis tonight with Bucks and Jason Kidd fired. Have to think Milwaukee won't be focused on the game. Chance for Suns to get 2nd straight road win

1:12 PM - 22 Jan 2018

 

[Mainstreet]

Joe Prunty will be coaching the Bucks.

Okay, I didn't know him either. See link below.

Adrian Wojnarowski‏Verified account@wojespn


Bucks assistant coach Joe Prunty will be installed as interim coach, league sources tell ESPN. He will coach Bucks against Phoenix tonight.

1:01 PM - 22 Jan 2018

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Prunty

 

[JCSunsfan]

A loss is a win, a win is a win. Can't lose night tonight.

 

[Dback Jon]

Joe Prunty will be coaching the Bucks.

Okay, I didn't know him either. See link below.



https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Prunty

Luke Walton's HS coach!

 

[Mainstreet]

A little background on Kidd's head coaching record with the Bucks. Kidd was 44-38 with the Nets.

The Bucks, who entered the season with high expectations, have lost four of their last five games and seven of their last 11 and are now in eighth place in the Eastern Conference with a 23-22 record.

Kidd, 44, had a 139-152 record during his 3 ½ seasons on the Bucks' sidelines. The Bucks went to the playoffs twice under Kidd, but were ousted in the first round both times.

https://www.jsonline.com/story/spor...eport-bucks-fire-jason-kidd-coach/1055454001/

 

[Ronin]

scott bordow
@sbordow

OK, fantasy players. Here it is: Greg Monroe starting in place of Tyson Chandler. Two reasons: Monroe has been a good soldier and Triano rewards him with start against former team. Also, Chandler feeling a little fatigued

 

[Mainstreet]

Suns announcers pointing out this is Bledsoe's fourth head coach of the season: Watson, Triano, Kidd and Prunty.

Hadn't thought about it this way.

 

[Mainstreet]

Triano is not wearing a tie in support of Kidd?

scott bordow‏Verified account@sbordow


Jay Triano not wearing a tie. Educated guess: He's showing support for Jason Kidd, who didn't wear a tie on the sidelines either. First time Triano has gone without a tie all year

5:01 PM - 22 Jan 2018

 

[Mainstreet]

Monroe scores the first 2 points of the game.

 

[Mainstreet]

Dragan with a 3 point dagger.

Timeout called with the Suns leading 10-2.

 

[Mainstreet]

Ulis with two turnovers that hurt the Suns.

Suns lead is now only 16-14.

Monroe has 2 PFs.

 

[devilalum]

Three quick turnovers by Useless and we’ve got a timeout.


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[Mainstreet]

Canaan into the game but another turnover.

 

[Mainstreet]

Quick reverse layup by Len.

 

[Mainstreet]

Suns already have 8 turnovers in the 1st quarter.

Bucks 30-26 at the quarter mark.

 

[Mainstreet]

Khris Middleton is such a nice player and he was drafted 39th in 2012.

 

[Mainstreet]

Halftime:

Suns 53 - Bucks 53

Technical fouls assessed. Will find out who in the 2nd half.

 

[Suns_fan69]

Guys are chasing Bender off the 3 point line, he's had to put the ball on the floor. He'll need to develop that part of his game if he wants to stay on the floor.

 

[Mainstreet]

Guys are chasing Bender off the 3 point line, he's had to put the ball on the floor. He'll need to develop that part of his game if he wants to stay on the floor.

I agree. Bender needs to look to score when they drive him him off the 3 point line as he frequently has the drive to the basket. He sometimes reminds me out of Diaw when he passes out of easy shots.

 

[Mainstreet]

The Suns with an exciting 3rd quarter lead 79-76.

 

[Mainstreet]

It's amazing how effective Jared Dudley can be playing the NBA game.

He appears so slow but he plays so smart. Presently he has 5 points, 9 assists, 3 rebounds and 2 steals.

He gives hope to anyone wanting to play the game of basketball.