Comments on: Sixers Handle Spurs – ‘Tough Stretch’ Becomes Win Streak

By: Evaluating the ‘07-’08 76ers: Andre Iguodala — The Recliner GM Sports Blog

Fri, 23 May 2008 17:58:18 +0000

[...] turned down the Sixers initial contract extension. He showed tremendous growth in one key area that I got to personally witness – leadership (5th bullet [...]

By: Dave T

Dave T — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:07:01 +0000

Dannie def. a good call about Iggy. As I live in DC now, I cant watch many Sixers games, so I’m unable to see a lot of little details like the growth of Iguodala’s leadership. No team would ever want him as the #1 option/go to guy…but unfortunately now, he is exactly that for us, and it’s great to hear he’s starting to get the confidence to call guys out on their BS and take people under his wing to try and teach and discipline them a bit.

I’m with you 100% with Andre Miller too…the knock on him has always been his lack of vocal leadership in the locker room. I think leading by example with your play is a great trait to have, but only if there are others around you with the cajones to set the tone in the locker room in an emphatic way.

If we DO ever get a real #1 option, all this time of Iguodala experiencing the trial by fire of having the spotlight to himself as our iconic player will really help his game and mental toughness out hardcore down the road. Go Sixers!

By: Take a Look Inside the Philadelphia 76ers’ Locker Room « The ReclinerGM Sports Blog

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:03:31 +0000

[...] you already know, Saturday I was at the San Antonio game. I went with my gf who got tickets through her college’s (Franklin & [...]

By: Dannie

Dannie — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 23:07:43 +0000

Aarick – Your comment really points out another thing about this team’s progression. They have beat some really good teams, that’s great. But they have beat very good teams with varying styles. That is key to sustaining winning streaks in this league. Sometimes you can’t always impose your particular style on an opponent so you have to adapt. The Sixers have been able to do that pretty well the last two months. 100% with you – we need the Magic in the first round. I don’t want any parts of LeBron James in the 1st round – even if we had homecourt.

Klo – I was writing my game notes on a scrap piece of paper as usual at the end of the game and started packing it up until I saw that series of events. I wrote that down, circled it and put stars around it. I have been looking for visual cues as to who the leader is on this team all season, especially watching Iguodala’s behavior since we all agree his is the best overall player we have. That was at least for me, the first clear sign of some individual leadership from any player. Was very happy to see that for Iggy, because A. Miller is more of a lead by example and with his play type of guy. I don’t see him being very vocal at all.

By: Dannie

Dannie — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 22:43:20 +0000

Dave T – I expect AI to get a huge standing ovation I know I will be cheering loudly. But when the game starts its all about another Sixers victory. Can’t wait for tomorrow night you know AI, broken finger or not will bring his A game.

Alex – I think everyone has been down on Sammi at some point, I know have. And honestly I think part of the problem is the fans not really knowing what to expect from him. I am at a point where I just want him to rebound on both ends, play great help defense, get a little stronger so his individual post defense is better and continue to develop that 15 foot jump shot. Why the jumper? I never think he is going to be a good back to the basket post player – I just don’t think he has it in him. Maybe that is overly pessimistic but it’s just me being honest about how I view his potential. Thanks for the positive comments, they are always welcome. We are always trying to get more and more regular Philly fans to the blog commenting.

Ricky – I couldn’t find that picture if you can still find it post the link.

By: KLo516

KLo516 — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 21:59:37 +0000

Very interesting comment on Iggy’s floor demeanor. That commentary is invaluable nowadays. Good post, Dannie.

By: Aarick-Passion and Pride

Aarick-Passion and Pride — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 04:03:51 +0000

This team has been playing amazing basketball. They’ve been able to beat the Suns at their own fast-paced game and the Pistons and Spurs at their game. This month was suppose to sink us back to reality in a race for 8th but it has actually propelled us. We are currently 1/2 game behind Washington for 6th and 1.0 ame behind Toronto for 5th (although I rather play the Magic than King James).

Our only loss this month has come from Boston. We’ve been beating good teams and it will only benefit us come playoff time.

BTW, great website..

By: Brian

Brian — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 19:34:55 +0000

Wizards have an easy 3 games coming up. We have a legitimate shot at the 5 seed as well. Toronto has dropped 3 in a row and is 5-5 in their last 10.

By: All Philadelphia Sports

All Philadelphia Sports — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 17:12:07 +0000

HUGE win. It’s just one after another, I can’t believe it. How about Sammy D’s progress in the last few games. It looks like he’s becoming the “elite” center we knew he had the potential to become, but hasn’t become… until now. If only those Wizards could drop a few games now.

By: Ricky - Sixers4guidos

Ricky - Sixers4guidos — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:50:07 +0000

great find with Iguodala’s leaderships sign, on Yahoo.com gallery you can find a great pic of that moment, btw

agree also on the “spurs tired” part, we were coming from the tough game at Chi as well but we simply are a more athletic and younger team, with a little bit more depth

I have to give Mo a lot of praise (and I was NEVER a Chhks fan) he’s piling up masterpieces here…

Bring on Iverson !!