Would losing a few help?

[Stargazer]

Am I the only one who thinks that it might be for the best if the Suns dropped four or five games in a row right now? With things so tight in the West right now, they could easily drop to the middle of the pack with a bad week or two. I honestly think one of their problems over the last few years has been that they always have the best or second-best record in the league, which tends to translate into complacency. How good would they be each night if they were in a real fight to make the playoffs?

 

[green machine]

Losing never helps.

 

[dodie53]

losing 5 games in a row will definitely make something happen

 

[nowagimp]

Am I the only one who thinks that it might be for the best if the Suns dropped four or five games in a row right now? With things so tight in the West right now, they could easily drop to the middle of the pack with a bad week or two. I honestly think one of their problems over the last few years has been that they always have the best or second-best record in the league, which tends to translate into complacency. How good would they be each night if they were in a real fight to make the playoffs?

The spurs, in an effort to rest injured players, have lost 8/14, I wonder if they are worried. The season is kind of long and the best record often doesnt win the championship.

 

[HooverDam]

I've been saying for a while this board is losing its mind, but routing for the Suns to lose, that takes the cake.

 

[Mainstreet]

The only thought that has passed through my mind about the Suns losing a stretch of games is that they might be pressed to make a trade or make some other changes before the trading deadline. Losing for the sake of losing definitely does not help any team except perhaps a lottery bound team. Also the Western Conference is so tough a team can quickly drop out of the playoffs entirely.

 

[Atescoop]

It might be advantagous in that they would have to face the Spurs sooner and wouldn´t be so tired from previous rounds. Last season it always went to 6 or 7 games if I recall correctly. It´d be nice if they could ruin there dreams as soon as possible. Revenge is sweet! Just pretty risky, that´s all. How about giving the bench a whole lotta playing time against some of the tougher teams, to reduce risk of a nightmare(9th place)by throwing the bench and youngins in cold water and watching them sink or swim. Pressure on the starters might ignite some good habits towards the playoffs, like van Gundy said(Is he funny or what).
@HooverDam: Who spoke of routing? It´s about tactics.

 

[TucsonDevil]

I wouldn't root to lose... good western conference teams take care of that already.

 

[Mainstreet]

It might be advantagous in that they would have to face the Spurs sooner and wouldn´t be so tired from previous rounds.

On the other hand, it might be wise not to court catastrophe. If there were any weaker playoff teams, I would gladly want the Suns to play them first. This year I think the playoffs will be very tough in the Western Conference no matter which teams the Suns play. I would not want the Suns to increase there chances of being eliminated sooner.

 

[Mainstreet]

Just another thought. Looking at the Western Conference standings right now it could be argued 10 teams out of the conference deserve to be in the playoffs. How tough is that?

 

[Mr.Dibbs]

The season is kind of long and the best record often doesnt win the championship.

That's my thought. Losing doesn't help, but now is the time to struggle.

We know the Suns will be in the play-offs, so let them struggle with chemistry now, figure it out, and then be on target for the play-offs.

I'd love to know the records of the last five championship teams at this point in the season the year they won it all. I bet they had similiar records if not worse than the Suns have now.

 

[mojorizen7]

As long as the SUNS wind up with at least the 4th seed i'll be happy. Open the playoffs at home. After that, IMO relying on home court to beat the likes of the SPURS,MAVS,JAZZ etc... is a crutch. The SUNS play with a loose intensity on the road that i believe improves our defense.
How many big playoff games have the SUNS dropped at home in their recent history? I don't have the #'s but it seems like alot.
Just sayin.

 

[D-Dogg]

Am I the only one who thinks that it might be for the best if the Suns dropped four or five games in a row right now?

No.

Sincerely,

Lakerfan

 

[SO91]

Would losing help? Are you kidding? If this team lost 5 or 6 in a row, people would be ready to trade Nash in a salarey dump.

 

[TheHopToad]

So let me get this right....the Suns problem is that they have been winning too much and that losing more will make them better.

Wow....that's genius.

 

[dreamcastrocks]

I've been saying for a while this board is losing its mind, but routing for the Suns to lose, that takes the cake.

No joke.

Momma said.... the best way to win is to lose.

 

[BC867]

Losing for the sake of losing . . . or to keep the players from being complacent. Of course not. It's up to the coaching staff to keep the players motivated.

Not being afraid to rest, or reduce the playing time for, injured players. That's a different story.

As well as using the regular season to develop a deep bench for flexibility, foul trouble and injuries down the stretch and especially in the playoffs.

Once again, the Suns haven't been managed well in the 2nd and 3rd paragraph items.

What did D'Antoni say, "Enjoy the moment."? Gotta plan beyond the moment, Coach. Way beyond the moment.

 

[YouJustGotSUNSD]

I think the OP was trying to follow the philosophy of "You gotta break some eggs if you want to make an omlette" but it horribly backfired in transition.

 

[Covert Rain]

The spurs, in an effort to rest injured players, have lost 8/14, I wonder if they are worried. The season is kind of long and the best record often doesnt win the championship.

The Spurs remind me of the Rockets of old. They don't seem to concerned about the regular season and will just come to play come playoff time.

 

[Stargazer]

I guess I am the only one who feels that way. To be clear, I'm not "rooting" for losses, and I'm certainly not suggesting deliberately losing. But I can't help but think that the team might show more consistent effort and intensity if they felt like every game was a must win because they were in the thick of the playoff race, instead of being constantly reminded that they have the best record in the conference.

 

[dreamcastrocks]

I guess I am the only one who feels that way. To be clear, I'm not "rooting" for losses, and I'm certainly not suggesting deliberately losing. But I can't help but think that the team might show more consistent effort and intensity if they felt like every game was a must win because they were in the thick of the playoff race, instead of being constantly reminded that they have the best record in the conference.

I disagree if that is what you are arguing. I think that they are doing that, and it is part of the problem. I think that D'Antoni is afraid to go deeper into his bench, because he is worried about the loss that he might get, and then backlash that he will get because of that loss.

 

[TheHopToad]

I can't help but think that the team might show more consistent effort and intensity if they felt like every game was a must win because they were in the thick of the playoff race

Isn't this the case for the actual playoffs? Aren't they all must win in May/June? So does it matter if they have that forced motivation in the regular season as a result of a losing streak? Can't they just keep winning boring regular season games without consistent effort because they aren't "must win", and then turn it on during the playoffs when the games really count?

You're suggesting that a losing streak would motivate them to turn it up and play harder. In reality, the end of the regular season should provide the same motivation, and the higher seed gained by not having losing streaks will give them added benefit in the playoffs, such as home court advantage and lesser quality opponents.

 

[Suns_fan69]

The key question is how are they losing? If they are losing because they are reaching deeper into the bench to get these guys ready for prime time and/or playing with different combinations to find the right chemistry then I think you'll find more people are going to be more accepting.

At least I know I would...

 

[az1965]

Am I the only one who thinks that it might be for the best if the Suns dropped four or five games in a row right now? With things so tight in the West right now, they could easily drop to the middle of the pack with a bad week or two. I honestly think one of their problems over the last few years has been that they always have the best or second-best record in the league, which tends to translate into complacency. How good would they be each night if they were in a real fight to make the playoffs?

I'm sorry but I haven't read a more stupid post in several weeks...

 

[HERD]

OhOh

Mind games? Nah. Just scared of Lakers!
My Beuatiful SUNS losing? Nah , just scared of Lakers!!!
Cobe never forgets
At least we have the biggest ears of the league!
GO SUNS !