NBA Playoff Recaps: WE'RE GOIN' TO GAME SEEEEEVEN!

Every night there is some sort of drama about the NBA Playoffs. Every game is worth talking about even if it is just to make fun of somebody. The recaps look at the game itself and what could be upcoming for the teams.  

Indiana's furious late comeback saves their season 
It appeared like Atlanta was going to do it. They were up five points with three minutes left to go in the game, but then the #lemonbooty hit the Hawks like it has so many times before. Indiana went on a 14-1 run to force a Game 7.  Much of it was led by David West who played terrific with 24 points, eleven rebounds and six assists including some key shots to finish off the Hawks. Paul George had 24 points as well, but most came in the first three quarters of the game although he hit a big 3-pointer late to help push Indiana past Atlanta. For George, more is being talked about him leaving the bench during the George Hill and Mike Scott scuffle. Technically, George could be suspended for Game 7 for leaving the bench. I doubt Adam Silver will bring the hammer here eve though people will cry out conspiracy if George does not get suspended. George barely leaves the bench and he doesn't try to start the fight. Best game of the night in my opinion.

Mike Scott v. George Hill


DOY: Mike Scott - Probably the best one of the playoffs thus far.


Durant drops 36 in a blowout road win 
Earlier on Thursday, a  newspaper, The Oklahoman came out with a headline that read 'Mr. Unreliable' referring to Kevin Durant and his struggles against Memphis. Durant's people including his brother and mother took offense as well as others in the media. This led to the paper saying they overreacted a bit, but Durant shrugged it off. But you cannot tell me Durant had some added motivation dropping 14 first quarter points and finishing with 36 in a convincing 20-point win over Memphis plus he added 10 rebounds. He played with a chip on his shoulder that we haven't seen in a little bit from Durant. He seemed angry and wanting this game more than anyone on the court. He dazzled out there. Russell Westbrook wasn't shabby either as he went for 25 points, nine rebounds and five assists. The bash brothers were back, and I have a feeling they are sick of everyone's shit which could be trouble for Memphis.

Warriors hang on in an ugly, choppy game 
There is nothing from the box score that makes you happy. Three of the major players fouled out in the game - David Lee, J.J. Redick and Blake Griffin. Each team shot horribly from the free throw line with Golden State missing 14 attempts while Los Angeles missed eleven. Neither team shot the ball well either. But someone had to win the game, Golden State took it as they got a boost from their crowd and Andre Igoudala. In games where nothing seems to work, if you have a raucous crowd behind you, it can be the difference in the game. That's what it felt like on Thursday night at the Roracle.  Also it didn't hurt Iggy had seven big points down the stretch for the Dubs.  Out of the three Game 7's on Saturday, this might be the most unpredictable. I am not sure what exactly will transpire, but it has the potential to be a great finish into the wee hours of the night.

Charlie.

NBA Playoffs Recaps: Disappointed Pacers, Spurs Survive & Heat Sweep

NBA Playoffs will be going on throughout the days. Charlie Tritschler gives quick recaps of each game with a video, GIF, Vine or picture to describe for the people that missed it.

Indiana finds a way to lose Game 5 at home...
The Indiana situation might be something we have never seen before in professional sports. This isn't a team that's choking rather a team that is the most inconsistent and broken up team we have ever seen in NBA history. Going from 33-7 to being on the brink of elimination to one of the weakest eighth seed of all-time. Atlanta blew them out for three quarters with an insane second quarter from Mike Scott. The Hawks are one game away from winning the series and moving on to the second round for the first time since 2010-2011. How does Indiana respond in Wednesday's game? I am running out of answers for this Pacer team. Just when you think they are ready to be a threat in the playoffs, they turn around and get blown out at home. Even though they made it a game, Indiana still disappointed in a major way. Pathetic loss by the team and the organization. I would rather have a 38 win team make to the second round versus what we have with Indiana right now. At least they give a shit.    

Appropriate video: Mike Scott making it rain.



Dallas nearly steals another from San Antonio
Can we be honest with each other here.... In three of the four games, Dallas has been the better team and yet we are knotted up at two's.  Boris Diaw hit the big shot of the evening with his three-pointer late breaking the tie, and San Antonio stayed ahead the rest of the way. DeJuan Blair's attempt to kick Tiago Splitter in the face at the end of the game might have been one of the dumbest moves I have seen in basketball. He gave San Antonio an extra point in a game where Dallas certainly could not give up. It was a lowlight on a great game from Blair who had 12 points and eleven rebounds. Tony Parker turned his ankle and struggled mightily in this game leading to Gregg Popovich benching him for a bit in the middle part of the fourth quarter. I expect a better Parker performance in Game 5. This feels like it will be a game where San Antonio lets Dallas who is boss of this series.

Appropriate Video: Blair's karate kick.



Miami takes down a spirited Charlotte team
The first team is eliminated from the playoffs as Charlotte loses to the Heat for the fourth straight game meaning Miami picked up the sweep and gets to rest for awhile with their next opponent at least playing two more games. Charlotte hung with them without Al Jefferson as he missed the game with a foot injury. Kemba Walker had his best game of his playoffs with 29 points making four threes, five rebounds and five assists, but LeBron James was too much. He had 31 points and played a large part in powering a big third quarter for Miami. I have a feeling Charlotte will be back in the playoffs next year and years to come. The future is bright for the now Hornets. It really does look like it is Miami and everybody else in the NBA Playoffs.


Appropriate picture: Michael Jordan and LeBron share a handshake then a hug.


Charlie.