I called it about a week ago! I knew the
Knicks wouldn't win this game, and not for lack of trying either. Mostly due
the Nets refusing to be obliterated by a team led by a guy who was in the
d-league just weeks ago. The Knicks probably have a better bench than some
teams starters, none of that mattered Monday night though. After all, Linsanity
was initiated because of the Nets lackluster playing. Deron Williams’s comments
after Lins' talents were showcased were different than others. Most players
commended Lin for his sudden stardom, even Kobe did. But Deron Williams didn't
even want to think about him.
Revenge was the
name of the game last night, not talent. Williams knew he couldn't be beat by
the Harvard kid again, so he simply dropped 38 points before being fouled out
in the 4th. On the other hand I believe it was partially the Knicks fault as
well. Melo played, even though he didn't seem 100%. D'antoni knew he wasn't
playing well and still kept him in the game. We didn't have the same team we
normally had during the rise if Lin. It was Melos first game back after a groin
injury, and Baron Davis' first time on the court as a knick. JR Smith is still
fresh from China and has yet to practice with the team.
Overall, I think the
Knicks played ok and we have solidified once again that Lins' abilities aren't
just a fluke, and he won't crack under pressure. Once the new team has the
ability to practice together, we’ll definitely be able to play better; adding
Melo to the lineup will allow Lin to drive in all the time. D'antonis system
and style of coaching can be executed near perfect now. Hopefully they play a
solid game against the Hawks tomorrow!
i think Deron Williams might have played his playoff game against the knicks since their not making the playoffs this year.
ReplyDeleteI think the author of the article linked to this post did a good job of letting the quotes help him make his point..........mainly that the Nets and Deron Williams came into the game looking to expose Jeremy Lin, which they did.
DeleteI'm a Deron Williams fan, and I love the aggressiveness that he played with, and that he took it personal. Made it fun to watch. Jeremy Lin clearly has nothing for him, and this will now probably be a consistent occurrence every time the two play!