The 2018-2019 Around the NBA thread

[Superbone]

Wow, so now we have video evidence of Rondo spitting on Paul. What a sneaky devil. That was a masterful no-look spit job imperceptible to the naked eye. Unfortunately for Rondo, we have video cameras from most angles and slo-mo replays.

 

[Mainstreet]

Wow, so now we have video evidence of Rondo spitting on Paul. What a sneaky devil. That was a masterful no-look spit job imperceptible to the naked eye. Unfortunately for Rondo, we have video cameras from most angles and slo-mo replays.

So Paul looks much better in my eyes after seeing this nasty act by Rondo. Plus Rondo throws the first punch.

 

[1tinsoldier]

yes, if rondo was yelling he could say the spit was accidental
but he fired inconspicuously

sure, it's only a little saliva
and as a legal matter, you can't claim self-defense if you strike someone who spits on you
but in professional sports, i believe they should consider spitting the first punch
i think a finger in the face is a technical but not first punch level

so, to me Rondo's suspension is based on 2 counts of initiating an assault
Ingram is also guilty twice (and both are guilty of being weasels as well)

Paul's reaction is understandable, but punishable

enjoy LA, Lebron
and it's only game 2. he hasn't even tangled with Lavar Ball yet

 

[Mainstreet]

The suspensions are announced.

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[Mainstreet]

The suspensions actually look about right. Ingram appeared to be the instigator.

 

[Mainstreet]

So here is the story about the penalties.

http://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/25047465/multiple-suspensions-lakers-rockets-scuffle

 

[Superbone]

Glad to see Rondo and Ingram will miss the Suns game.

 

[Superbone]

So here is the story about the penalties.

http://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/25047465/multiple-suspensions-lakers-rockets-scuffle

Rondo is a great liar.

Rondo made the case that he didn't spit on Paul and was provoked into throwing a punch after Paul poked a finger into his face and left a scratch under his right eye, league sources said. Rondo also pointed to the fact he was wearing a mouthguard, which would impact his ability to intentionally spit on someone.

 

[1tinsoldier]

as the vid clip shows, it did "impact" his ability to launch a loogie. but it didn't prevent it.

 

[SirStefan32]

Heh, D'Antoni said he was glad they didn't suspend Boris Diaw again.

 

[Mainstreet]

Rondo is a great liar.

He had probably been practicing. LMAO

 

[Mainstreet]

Trae Young drops 35 points and has 11 assists.

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[SirStefan32]

On a serious note, I think the punishment is too light here. It should have been more like six games for Rondo, four for Paul, and 10 for Ingram.

 

[Mainstreet]

Alex Len had 16 points, 11 rebounds 4 blocks and 4 assists as well in the Hawks win over the Cavaliers.

 

[SirStefan32]

Well, Denver just beat Golden State. Sacramento beat OKC, and Clippers are leading the Rockets.

 

[JCSunsfan]

Well, Denver just beat Golden State. Sacramento beat OKC, and Clippers are leading the Rockets.

Its early so I do not want to presume. But the NBA changes.

 

[CardsSunsDbacks]

Well, Denver just beat Golden State. Sacramento beat OKC, and Clippers are leading the Rockets.

They also held GS to just 98 points. Thus our result doesn't look quite as terrible with that in consideration.

 

[SirStefan32]

And Murray shot 0-9.

 

[GatorAZ]

And Murray shot 0-9.

Oof. I really like him though.

 

[Yuma]

poo. I'd rather have GS roll their opponent before us. They will be out for blood tomorrow!

 

[SirStefan32]

****. I'd rather have GS roll their opponent before us. They will be out for blood tomorrow!

True, but they will be on the second night of back to backs, after a close game with starters playing major minutes.

 

[Mainstreet]

I still would have preferred GS win tonight. No need to get their attention.

 

[sunsfan88]

****. I'd rather have GS roll their opponent before us. They will be out for blood tomorrow!

They did not play very well in their previous game against Utah either. Utah did make it very difficult for them which was the biggest factor but I think the Warriors may also be having some hangover off the back to back title years.

 

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[Phrazbit]

The Lakers are likely to struggle to make the playoffs, but if it makes anyone doubt LeBron they should take note of the Cavs this year.

That is the worst team in the NBA, I think there is a real chance they win less than 20 games.