**2016 Official NBA Playoffs Thread**

[KC_Connection]

Round 1:

EAST:

#8 Pistons @ #1 Cavs
#7 Pacers @ #2 Raptors
#6 Hornets @ #3 Heat
#5 Celtics @ #4 Hawks

WEST:
#8 Rockets @ #1 Warriors
#7 Grizzlies @ #2 Spurs
#6 Mavericks @ #3 Thunder
#5 Blazers @ #4 Clippers

[KChiefs1]

I'm surprised by this series. Can the Thunder really pull this out?


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[dirk digler]

Originally Posted by KChiefs1

I'm surprised by this series. Can the Thunder really pull this out?


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Yes and I expect them to win the next game but if they don't they aren't going to win Game 7.

[KC_Connection]

Originally Posted by KChiefs1

I'm surprised by this series. Can the Thunder really pull this out?

Sure. The Warriors played their best game all series and got all the calls, while Durant/Westbrook shot 23/59 and it was still close.

The NBA may not want Golden State to go out here, but there's no way they can get this kind of refereeing on the road in that environment. I like the Thunder's chances.

[chiefzilla1501]

Originally Posted by KChiefs1

I'm surprised by this series. Can the Thunder really pull this out?


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If the refs are even slightly fair
And Durant doesn't go into hero ball mode late in the game, yes

They've clearly been the better team. Maybe gs has another gear. But even at their best today they still look worn the hell out.

[dirk digler]

Originally Posted by KC_Connection

Sure. The Warriors played their best game all series and got all the calls, while Durant/Westbrook shot 23/59 and it was still close.

The NBA may not want Golden State to go out here, but there's no way they can get this kind of refereeing on the road in that environment. I like the Thunder's chances.

Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

If the refs are even slightly fair
And Durant doesn't go into hero ball mode late in the game, yes

They've clearly been the better team. Maybe gs has another gear. But even at their best today they still look worn the hell out.

It is interesting you both mention the refs and it shouldn't be that way but the NBA refs suck ass.

Anyway looking back over the regular season and the playoffs when GS plays well and win they shoot north of 40% from the 3 pt line. Tonight they were 9-25 (37.5) and still won. If they can start hitting their 3's they can win this series.

[mcaj22]

the ole play Bogut more trick; first time the Warriors pulled that move out all playoffs lol

[KC_Connection]

Originally Posted by dirk digler

It is interesting you both mention the refs and it shouldn't be that way but the NBA refs suck ass.

They just favour the top teams/biggest stars. Always have and always will. Fortunately for OKC, they have a few of their own to counter GS. You'd hope that will be enough, but we'll see.

[KevB]

I thought the officials were ok after that 1st part of the first quarter. Tough teams to officiate --- moving screens everywhere, Russ is a maniac, Draymond is a bull in a china shop, etc. Curry still isn't himself, but he was good enough tonight.

I suspect he won't be the same in OKC. Russ and KD will probably be better as well. Losing Adams early was key -- probably won't happen in Game 6. Fun game tonight, this was what I thought every game would be.

[Chiefs Pantalones]

Even after tonight's win by GS I still think this is OKC's series to lose. By more than just having a 3-2 lead, they just simply look like the better team. For whatever reason people want to go with, there's truth to a lot of them I'd say.

GS looked pumped up tonight, and OKC still was in striking distance while not playing well.

I hope it goes 7 though.

[Urc Burry]

https://youtu.be/MLLE_sgm3BA

I'm on my phone. But FF to 3:47

[Chiefs Pantalones]

Originally Posted by Urc Burry

https://youtu.be/MLLE_sgm3BA

I'm on my phone. But FF to 3:47

Not sure what I'm looking for

[KC_Connection]

Originally Posted by Chiefs Pantalones

Not sure what I'm looking for

Westbrook breaking out into laughter at the idea of Curry being an underrated defender.

[Hammock Parties]

Originally Posted by Chiefs Pantalones

Not sure what I'm looking for

Russell laughed and tried to hide his reaction when the reporter asked if Curry was an underrated defender.

[Mother****erJones]

I picked OKC in 7. But I'm hoping they close it out at home in 6. They better. Don't wana go back to GS for 7. I think they will close it out. OKC wins this series and goes on to win the title, that's one of the impressive runs in my lifetime. Beating two all time great teams then Lebron in the finals. A healthy and playing great Cavs team.

[ARROW2]

Originally Posted by Mother****erJones

I picked OKC in 7. But I'm hoping they close it out at home in 6. They better. Don't wana go back to GS for 7. I think they will close it out. OKC wins this series and goes on to win the title, that's one of the impressive runs in my lifetime. Beating two all time great teams then Lebron in the finals. A healthy and playing great Cavs team.

And LeFraud's record in the finals is 2-4. Apparently not that big of a feat..