Game Thread #34: Indiana Pacerse at Denver Nuggets
by Tom Lewis on Jan 5, 2009 12:00 PM EST
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PrintIndiana Pacers at Denver Nuggets, Jan 5, 2009 9:00 PM EST
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| January 5, 2009 - 9:00PM EST | ||
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| Radio: 1070AM WFNI TV: Fox Sports Indiana | ||
| Probable starters: | ||
| Jarrett Jack | PG | Chauncey Billups |
| Marquis Daniels | SG | Dahntay Jones |
| Danny Granger | SF | Carmelo Anthony |
| Jeff Foster | PF | Kenyon Martin |
| Roy Hibbert | C | Nene Hilario |
UPDATE: Mike Wells reports that Marquis Daniels is now doubtful for tonight with a sore left groin. Not the best way to start the roadie.
The Indiana Pacers begin their five-game roadie against Western Conference trouble tonight when they visit the Denver Nuggets. Speaking of trouble, the Nuggs have flourished since trading for Pacer nemesis, Chauncey Billups, recently winning five of their last six games.
W's are going to be hard to come by on this roadie. By the end of evening next Monday, the Pacers will have played the Nuggets, Suns, Lakers, Warriors and Jazz. Two wins would be nice but I'm more interested in seeing a consistent level of play develop for the Pacers to match their consistent effort. Taking care of the ball, staying in control and making good decisions while still making plays worthy of winning games is a general wish for this trip. Playing winning basketball doesn't always mean you win, especially when matched up with strong teams on the road.
Here are the Pacers.com matchups and video preview. T.J. Ford is dealing with another strain, this time abdominal (following previous groin and lower-back strains), so his availability won't be known until game time and if he's a go will likely mean a role off the bench again.
For a Denver perspective, check out Roundball Mining Company, Denver Stiffs and Nugg Doctor.
Gameday Reading
- Mike Wells offers his thoughts on the Pacers hitting the road with a positive vibe after two wins in a row.
- Mike Wells reports on the Pacers' thoughts as they prepared to begin the road trip tonight in Denver.
- This CelticsBlog Daily Babble takes a closer look at Jarret Jack taking over the game last Friday at Madison Square Garden.
- HoopsWorld catches up with a confident Carmelo Anthony after his game-winner pushed the Nuggets past the Hornets on Saturday night. I'd love to see Danny Granger adopt that, "I'm going to get open" attitude for late game situations because he's willing to take and make the big shot if he gets it in his hands.
- Chris Dempsey reports on the Nuggets struggles to close out opponents despite recent wins. Hmm. It's borderline rude to complain about close wins around the Pacers right now.
Leave your comments and observations on the game in the comments.
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Jeff Foster's Loofa
Am I the only one that saw it in the background when we was being interviewed during pre-game? It’s lovely. Pink, and hanging out for all to see.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 8:36 PM EST reply actions
Had to back it up to confirm
But, yes, the pink loofa is hanging from Foster’s locker like a prized possession.
Daniels Started
Thank God. I was starting to get worried. This road trip is going to be hard enough.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 9:13 PM EST reply actions
The basket mics
Are turned up too high, or Denver players are really loud. Either way I’ve heard “SHIT!” and “Hell No!” so far. Which is hilarious to think that on the court players are yelling “Hell No!” while people are shooting.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 9:17 PM EST reply actions
Foul on Roy?
Nene stepped on his foot. No call would’ve been appropriate.
Pacers could make a shot anytime now, also.
Nuggs up 23-10
Lost of open clankage for the Pacers. Gotta stay in touch and hope shots start falling.
Nuggets up 26-14
Fans in Denver are going Nugnuts!
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 9:23 PM EST reply actions
So many easy buckets at the rim for Nuggets
There’ll be a stack of circles under the hoop on the ol’ shot chart. The Pacers are luck to only be down 17. At least with the Nuggets, there is always the opportunity to go on a run and get right back in it.
I have 40-26 end 1Q
TV shows 40-28, but I think they snuck in an extra deuce. Either way, Pacers are in decent shape all things considered. The Nuggs had 38 points with 2:30 left in the quarter.
Troy feels the heat
Adds a 3-ball of his own nad the 20-point lead is suddenly down to six.
This is nutty.
It's his achilles heel
He always gets in foul trouble. He mends that, then we’re gold.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 9:49 PM EST up reply actions
1 hour, 32 minutes
time it took into coverage tonight for someone to actually reference this is a matchup between former ABA teams.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 9:53 PM EST reply actions
well that’s because the Pacers are playing! Ahaha!
NOTE: Puns are the lowest form of wit.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 9:56 PM EST up reply actions
A Round of Technicals! On the house!
Sometimes, the foul really is on you.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 9:55 PM EST reply actions
Ha ha
Foster engaging in a little needling out ther like only he can. Drawing fouls and frustrating opponents.
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Of course Jack embraced Indianapolis
It’s the best city ever. Glad he has a brain.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 9:58 PM EST reply actions
Pacers hot from the outside tonight.
This is just straight Nugnuts.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 10:02 PM EST reply actions
I'm ashamed
Dunleavy is wearing a normal jacket. For shame. If I had that sweet blazer I’d never take it off.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 10:03 PM EST reply actions
Shh...don't let them know. They might stop.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 10:06 PM EST reply actions
Best reaction ever
My SFSI cohort Thomas just came in and upon seeing Chris Andersen enter the screen reacted with, “Oh my god, what the hell is that?”
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 10:11 PM EST reply actions
Halftime Entertainment
Murphy looks so much like a horse, when he was a little kid he would play a game of T-R-O-Y with his friends.
by Peter_sixtyftsixin on Jan 5, 2009 10:14 PM EST reply actions
True/False
Is it true that the Pacers have only committed two turnovers in the first half? That’s how you take care of the ball fellas.
Nuggs up 97-92 end 3Q
Seems like both teams were catching their breath for a furious finish.
Don’t like the way this one feels right now. Nuggs could explode unless Danny can step up and do something about it.
7-0 run by Den
Can the Pacers weather the storm? Playmakers gotta step up now before it is too late.
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