00s Tournament: East Region

[IceMan2]

Potential 1st upset? Finally we are past all the champion seeds

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Timberwolves 88, at Cavaliers 78

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: K.Garnett 29pts/15reb 9/16 FG

Recap: The 14 seeded Timberwolves stun the Cavaliers Game 1 taking a 1-0 lead in the series. Kevin Garnett was huge for the Wolves, while their defense especially against LeBron was terrific. LeBron finished 8/26 in the game as the Cavaliers shot just 36% as a team.


Game 2: at Cavaliers 113, Timberwolves 99

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: M.Williams 28pts/7ast

Recap: The Cavaliers come out with great energy solving their offensive issues and taking Game 2 in this series. James was limited by foul trouble guarding KG, but Mo Williams took over the game leading the Cavaliers to the win.

Game 3: at Timberwolves 95, Cavaliers 86

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: K.Garnett 28pts/13reb/10ast/3stl

Recap: The Timberwolves stepped up their defensive intensity again taking Game 3 of this series to take the 2-1 lead. Garnett had a triple-double and scored 14pts in the 4th to win the game for the Wolves. The Cavaliers struggled on offense again though James had a big game with 35.

Game 4: Cavaliers 105, at Timberwolves 98

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: L.James 27pts/12reb/5ast

Recap: [/B] The Cleveland Cavaliers gave it all they had and the Timberwolves gave them a tough battle. But with a strong 3rd quarter the Cavs were able to hold their lead in the 4th and take Game 4 of the series evening it at 2-2. KG had another great game as LeBron has had trouble defending him. Overall LBJ and KG have had a good duel this series.


Game 5: at Cavaliers 112, Timberwolves 81

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: L.James 38pts/8reb/8ast on 14/25 FG

Recap: LeBron James had his best game of the series and so did the Cavaliers as they routed the Timberwolves at home. Their defense was tough just like Mike Brown likes it giving them the 3-2 lead in the series.


Game 6: at Timberwolves 97, Cavaliers 93

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: K.Garnett 35pts/16reb/6ast on 14/22 FG

Recap: The Timberwolves battled hard to force a Game 7, they were succesful at the end. Kevin Garnett had a big game, possibly his best of the series to force the Game 6. He had all the intensity required this game. LeBron really wanted to finish the series off tonight, he scored 41pts including 22 in the 4th, but his efforts were just a little short. Kevin Garnett finished with 17 points in the 4th and a win.

Game 7: at Cavaliers 109, Timberwolves 91

Box Score:http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1


Player of the Game: L.James 31pts/12reb/7ast


Recap: The 1st ever Game 7 in this tournament. And the 3 seeded Cavaliers prevail on their home court behind another great effort by LeBron James. The Cavaliers came with strong offense in the 1st half building a strong lead at half time to win the game. Kevin Garnett once again played well but his solo effort was not enough.

2009 Cavaliers Win 4-3

[IceMan2]

Great duel between James and Garnett. Prime KG was such a beast.

[JimmyMcAdocious]

LeBron had more help than KG.

[IceMan2]

4 2005 Phoenix Suns



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13 2003 Philadelphia 76ers

Preview: The 2005 Phoenix Suns went 62-20 in the regular season before losing to the eventual champion San Antonio Spurs in the WCF. This was the 1st year of the run&gun Suns era led by MVP Steve Nash. Their new up-tempo style of play was succesful and could create problems for teams with all the talent they have. Nash/Amare/Marion were all-stars this season while Joe Johnson and Quentin Richardson were also great contributers.

The 2003 76ers went 48-34 in the regular season before losing in the 2nd round of the playoffs. They were led by Allen Iverson of course, in prime form for the 76ers. Iverson did not have much help, but he had key role players like Van Horn and Eric Snow which made them a good overall team.

Iverson vs. Nash will be an exciting battle to watch in this series. The 76ers will have to rely on Snow to slow Nash as much as possible, while the Suns will just have to rely on their golden rule of “Just score more than your opponent” type of basketball as they simply try to outscore the 76ers and win the series.

[IceMan2]

Game 1: 76ers 114, at Suns 105

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: A.Iverson 28pts/12ast

Recap: The 76ers go ahead and play the Suns style of play and get the Game 1 win. Iverson had a huge game as he loved the up-tempo pace of the game. A lot of the 76er role players also had a good game as the 76ers shock the Suns to take a 1-0 lead.

Game 2: at Suns 126, 76ers 124

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: J.Johnson 19pts/10ast/7reb

Recap: In a classic Suns game the Suns take it in a close finish. Down 121-118 with 1:30 left, Joe Johnson hit a clutch 3 to tie it up. Then Amare hit a go ahead jumpshot with 40 seconds left to give the Suns a 2 point lead. The 76ers had a chance to send it to OT but Iverson missed the shot as the buzzer went off. JJ had a near triple-double while Marion had 30 while Amare had 28. Nash finished with 15 assists.





Brb g2g will post rest soon

[IceMan2]

Game 3: Suns 110, at 76ers 94

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: S.Marion 23pts/13reb on 10/19 FG

Recap: The Suns take a 2-1 lead in the series as the 76ers just did not have enough firepower to keep up with the Suns. Marion had 23 while JJ added 25 for the Suns. It is hard to stop the Sun

[KG215]

2009 Cavaliers vs. 2003 T-Wolves


LeBron James: 41.0 MPG, 29.4 PPG, 9.0 RPG, 6.1 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 2.4 TOV, .452 FG%, .272 3P%, .873 FT%

Mo Williams: 37.0 MPG, 16.2 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 5.7 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .395 FG%, .406 3P%, .925 FT%

Kevin Garnett: 43.5 MPG, 25.7 PPG, 15.8 RPG, 6.2 APG, 1.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .515 FG%, 1.000 3P%, .811 FT%

[IceMan2]

2009 Cavaliers vs. 2003 T-Wolves


LeBron James: 41.0 MPG, 29.4 PPG, 9.0 RPG, 6.1 APG, 1.7 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 2.4 TOV, .452 FG%, .272 3P%, .873 FT%

Mo Williams: 37.0 MPG, 16.2 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 5.7 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .395 FG%, .406 3P%, .925 FT%

Kevin Garnett: 43.5 MPG, 25.7 PPG, 15.8 RPG, 6.2 APG, 1.2 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 3.4 TOV, .515 FG%, 1.000 3P%, .811 FT%

Thanks KG215
This is one I would've really liked to see. Looks like 24 year old James and 23 year old KG went toe to toe in this series. Just reminds you what a beast KG was while his team sucked.

[KG215]

2005 Suns vs. 2003 76ers

Steve Nash: 38.6 MPG, 14.4 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 13.8 APG, 0.2 BPG, 0.8 SPG, 2.6 TOV, .561 FG%, .333 3P%, .750 FT%

Amare Stoudemire: 37.4 MPG, 28.2 PPG, 8.0 RPG, 1.0 APG, 3.2 BPG, 0.6 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .570 FG%, .675 FT%

Shawn Marion: 36.8 MPG, 20.0 PPG, 12.4 RPG, 1.4 APG, 1.8 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .518 FG%, .333 3P%, .600 FT%

Joe Johnson: 41.0 MPG, 16.6 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 5.6 APG, 0.6 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .492 FG%, .550 3P%, .800 FT%

Quentin Richardson: 34.6 MPG, 10.6 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 2.4 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.2 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .408 FG%, .310 3P%, .681 FT%


Allen Iverson: 42.8 MPG, 26.8 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 6.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 4.4 TOV, .416 FG%, .307 3P%, .785 FT%

[IceMan2]

5 2000 Indiana Pacers



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12 2009 Dallas Mavericks

Preview: The 2000 Indiana Pacers went 56-26 in the regular season before losing to the Lakers in the finals. They led by the perimeter duo of Reggie Miller and Jalen Rose, both of which who could put the ball in the hoop. They also the bigman duo of Rik Smith-Dale Davis giving them potentially the tallest starting PF-C in this tournament. Overall this team was well balanced and coached by Larry Legend.

The 2009 Dallas Mavericks 50-32 in the regular season before losing to the Nuggets in the 2nd round of the playoffs. They were impressive in the 1st round defeating the Spurs in 5 games, but fell apart in the 2nd round. They were of course led by Dirk Nowitzki, who had a great year. They also had Jason Terry and Josh Howard playing great basketball. Overall this is the 4th Maverick team in this tournament (3 06 Mavericks, 5 03 Mavericks, and 10 01 Mavericks).

Could this be the 1st upset? The Pacers certainly don

[Doctor K]

Mavericks in 6

East was weak back then

[IceMan2]

Game 1: Mavericks 115, at Pacers 94

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: J.Howard 22pts/7reb/4stl

Recap: The Mavericks go into Indiana and send a message. They route the Pacers with some excellent offense, turning it over just 6 times. Dirk had 26/7 while Terry exploded off the bench 29 points. Miller and Rose will need to be more aggressive on offense Game 2.

Game 2: at Pacers 101, Mavericks 80

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: R.Miller 27pts/5reb on 9/16 FG

Recap: The Pacers come into Game 2 making adjustments on defense and holding the Mavericks who scored 115 in the 1st game to just 80 points in the 2nd game. Overall the Mavericks shot just 39%, even Dirk struggled going 7/18. The series now shifts over to Dallas.

Game 3: at Mavericks 108, Pacers 62

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Nowitzki 26pts/14reb

Recap: No there is no typo, the Mavericks blow out the Pacers 108-62 in Game 3. This is easily the largest win margin of any game in this tournament thus far. It was just absolutely embarrassing to say the least. The Pacers shot just 30% from the field this game, and had a lot of trouble scoring the basketball. It will be hard to rebound from this one.

Game 4: at Mavericks 116, Pacers 107

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Nowitzki 39pts/8reb on 14/24 FG

Recap: For the 1st time in the series the game was not a blowout, the Pacers led 89-84 entering the 4th in this offensive shootout, but the Mavericks came in strong starting the 4th with a 17-2 run. This was enough to give them the lead and put the Pacers away for good. Dirk Nowitzki was huge in this crucial game scoring 39points for Dallas. The Mavericks are now one win away from an upset.


Game 5: Mavericks 105, at Pacers 86

Box Score: http://whatifsports.com/nba/boxscore...u=1&teamfee=-1

Player of the Game: D.Nowitzki 33pts/11reb on 12/21 FGs

Recap: The Pacers come out low on energy and the Mavericks take advantage finishing the series off. Dirk Nowitzki once again was a tough matchup for the Pacers as they had no answer for the German Bigman. The supporting cast was also strong as they complete the 1st upset of the tournament in 5 games.

2009 Mavericks Win 4-1

[IceMan2]

Mavericks in 6

East was weak back then

Haha I want to say we finally have our upset but not sure if I can. I guess techinically it is an upset as the Mavericks were a 12 seed while Pacers a 5.


The Mavericks will face the 2005 Suns in the 2nd round in what could be a good series

[KG215]

2009 Mavericks vs. 2000 Pacers


Dirk Nowitzki: 39.8 MPG, 27.6 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.4 BPG, 0.4 SPG, 2.0 TOV, .500 FG%, .500 3P%, .914 FT%

Jason Terry: 33.0 MPG, 20.4 PPG, 1.6 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.0 BPG, 2.2 SPG, 0.8 TOV, .519 FG%, .360 3P%, 1.000 FT%

Josh Howard: 33.8 MPG, 18.4 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 3.0 APG, 0.6 BPG, 1.8 SPG, 1.4 TOV, .487 FG%, .444 3P%, .909 FT%

Jason Kidd: 36.6 MPG, 11.0 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 8.8 APG, 0.8 BPG, 2.4 SPG, 1.6 TOV, .408 FG%, .385 3P%, 1.000 FT%


Reggie Miller: 39.4 MPG, 18.2 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 2.2 APG, 0.2 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 1.8 TOV, .469 FG%, .400 3P%, .955 FT%

Jalen Rose: 38.6 MPG, 17.4 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.4 BPG, 1.4 SPG, 2.2 TOV, .444 FG%, .500 3P%, .600 FT%

Mark Jackson: 31.6 MPG, 7.4 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 8.6 APG, 0.0 BPG, 1.0 SPG, 4.0 TOV, .353 FG%, .214 3P%, .714 FT%