The season is over. It was long and filled with many ups and downs. In the end it was positive compared to last year but underwhelming overall. Let's take a look at what's been and what's next. Reflection 41-41. Fourteen more wins than the previous year. Successful season? I'd say so coming off the debacle that was Eddie Jordan and 2010. Finishing with a 4-1 first round lost, expected. So here is the thought I struggle with. Is there really anything to be excited about in terms of near … [Read more...]

On the road. Miami coming off an unexpected loss. A fair assumption would be that Miami will thrash the Sixers tonight. But that's why they play the games. I have full confidence that the Sixers will at least do their part. Play hard and not just roll over for the Heat tonight. The question is what Heat teams shows up? The one that demonstrates all that talent they have to the fullest. Or the one that coasts through parts of games, look out of sorts and disoriented on the floor. Doug … [Read more...]

That is the question. I know my answer (no), but what's yours? I think a few things are working against the Sixers: The Heat are playing too well defensively right now Iguodala doesn't look like he is going to show up in this series (and Miami has noticed, which is why LeBron and Wade don't even defend him at the end of games anymore) It's abundantly clear this team isn't getting any better in late game situations (both the players and the coaching) Those are the three things … [Read more...]

Adjustments that is the name of the game in the playoffs. What does Doug Collins have planned to get the Sixers over the hump? Something needs to happen and unfortunately he hasn't been able to figure it out all season. Why this team just can't seem win close games (18 losses of 5 or less and counting)? I actually don't think the Sixers need to make many adjustments, they play the Heat well. The only thing Collins needs to be more reactive with is the zone. You can't have Meeks on the … [Read more...]

It's the day after the Sixers first playoffs in 2 years and day 2 of the playoffs so I wanted to keep the conversation going on a number of topics. Sixers/Heat Time to take an immediate temperature after game one. The Sixers gave us excitement, atrocious play, poor line-ups, more excitement, a big of resiliency only to fall in usual fashion at the end. Three questions: Do you have more, less or about the same optimism the Sixers can make something happen in this series? Is it realistic … [Read more...]

Game day, are you excited? Seriously, how are you feeling right now about Sixers playoff basketball game? Are you pumped? Or are you "meh" because you don't think they have a chance? I am excited for 1 major reason - Doug Collins. Listen, I have no illusions that the Sixers can or will win this series (hell I am not sure I'd even bet money on the Sixers winning 1 or 2 games). But I know they will battle, I know Doug will have them prepared and I know with 100% confidence we have the … [Read more...]

Last game. No one cares and there really isn't any reason to. Iguodala is not playing again, resting up for the Heat. I wouldn't be surprised if the Sixers lose this game. Overlooking the Pistons into the playoffs and the Heat is inevitable and natural. I'll have two posts up going into the playoffs. This is your game thread. … [Read more...]

No Iguodala tonight vs. the Magic. We would need to win our last two games and have the Knicks lose their last two (vs. the Bulls and Celtics) to move into the 6th spot which is ideal. We want no parts of the Miami Heat. I would fully expect the Sixers to get swept in that series. On the other hand Boston is reeling and while I believe they are still the vastly superior team I think the Sixers could play another one of their spirited series vs. a better team and make it interesting for a … [Read more...]

Is there really any point analyzing this game? The Raptors are deplorable and can barely have enough NBA caliber players healthy enough to play. The Sixers have lost 3 straight and are playing poorly going into the playoffs. Something has to give. 3 games to play the Sixers MUST WIN this game to start righting the ship. I think they should beat an Orlando team with nothing to play for and finish off the season taking care of the Detroit Pistons. That would also secure a plus .500 … [Read more...]