2015-16 NBA Eastern Conference OFFICIAL THREAD

[Demonjoe93]

I don't think the Hawks are going to trade Teague after all, which surprises me. I'm guessing no one offered us anything worth a shit, so they're just going to stick it out. As for Horford, I think this means they'll be re-signing him in the offseason. Considering how much he is likely going to get, I don't know how I feel about re-signing him.

 

[Demonjoe93]

My God, did I just hear that the Heat have four guys on the bench tonight? Jesus, their injuries are horrible right now.

 

[bksballer89]

My God, did I just hear that the Heat have four guys on the bench tonight? Jesus, their injuries are horrible right now.

Correct. Were down to a 13 man roster with the trades yesterday. Obviously Bosh is out and Tyler as well. Hassan suspended and Wade out

 

[Demonjoe93]

Correct. Were down to a 13 man roster with the trades yesterday. Obviously Bosh is out and Tyler as well. Hassan suspended and Wade out

Horrible situation for Miami.

 

[Heatles84]

Horrible situation for Miami.

Yup. Enjoy the freebie tonight.

 

[Heatles84]

The Heat are literally the only team in the NBA that can be off for over a week and only play 9 men.

 

[Demonjoe93]

Yup. Enjoy the freebie tonight.

We need it.

 

[bksballer89]

Horrible situation for Miami.

Only good thing is outside of Bosh and Tyler, the other 2 shouldn't be long term. Hassan is back tomorrow and I'm assuming Wade may miss the game tomorrow but kind of expect him to play on Monday

 

[Demonjoe93]

With the way we're playing right now, this game is not looking like much of a freebie.

 

[Heatles84]

With the way we're playing right now, this game is not looking like much of a freebie.

Sorry (not sorry) for jixing it?

 

[Demonjoe93]

My God, this is a really poor basketball.

 

[bksballer89]

My God, this is a really poor basketball.

I was just about to tell you your boys look like shit

 

[Demonjoe93]

I was just about to tell you your boys look like shit

Inexcusably bad play from them.

 

[bksballer89]

hawks will run away with this in the 2nd half

 

[Heatles84]

hawks will run away with this in the 2nd half

Yup. Depth will start to show in the second half.

 

[Battlelyon]

Dear Cavs Fans Everywhere,

For the last 12 years, I have had the honor of representing the city of Cleveland and the Cavaliers organization, and for that I will forever be grateful. Coming over from Spain at the young age of 21 was a difficult transition, but as soon as I put on a Cavs jersey and stepped on the court, I felt at home.

There were seasons we played well together, and there were seasons we struggled together. We had playoff runs, and we had championship runs. Over the last 12 seasons we have had many ups and downs, but no matter the product on the court one thing never changed… The unwavering support from all of you, the fans.

Whether you were watching on TV, listening to the radio, or in the Q screaming at the top of your lungs, we felt your energy and support. Cleveland fans are simply the best.

There is nothing like walking on the streets on a freezing cold day and hearing fans scream your name, then stopping to talk to those same fans. There is nothing like looking into the crowd and seeing over 20,000 people wearing wigs to match your hair. That’s a feeling I will cherish for the rest of my life and never forget.

In a similar way to how Brazil holds a special place in my heart, Cleveland has also become a part of me. I consider everyone in the organization as family – from ownership, the entire front office, all of the coaches I have had over the years, and every single employee from top to bottom – thank you.

The city of Cleveland is truly a special place.

I have seen players and coaches come and go, but through it all I have always known Cleveland is where I want to retire. But life doesn’t always work the way you want it to, and at the end of the day, the saying ‘this is a business’ is unfortunately true.

So with that, I say goodbye. But more importantly, I say thank you. Thank you for your support. Thank you for coming out every night whether we were winning or losing. And thank you for giving me the best 12 years of my life.

Home is where the heart is, and my heart will forever be in Cleveland.

Anderson Varejao

 

[Demonjoe93]

This is such a dumpster fire.

 

[Heatles84]

Dear Cavs Fans Everywhere,

For the last 12 years, I have had the honor of representing the city of Cleveland and the Cavaliers organization, and for that I will forever be grateful. Coming over from Spain at the young age of 21 was a difficult transition, but as soon as I put on a Cavs jersey and stepped on the court, I felt at home.

There were seasons we played well together, and there were seasons we struggled together. We had playoff runs, and we had championship runs. Over the last 12 seasons we have had many ups and downs, but no matter the product on the court one thing never changed… The unwavering support from all of you, the fans.

Whether you were watching on TV, listening to the radio, or in the Q screaming at the top of your lungs, we felt your energy and support. Cleveland fans are simply the best.

There is nothing like walking on the streets on a freezing cold day and hearing fans scream your name, then stopping to talk to those same fans. There is nothing like looking into the crowd and seeing over 20,000 people wearing wigs to match your hair. That’s a feeling I will cherish for the rest of my life and never forget.

In a similar way to how Brazil holds a special place in my heart, Cleveland has also become a part of me. I consider everyone in the organization as family – from ownership, the entire front office, all of the coaches I have had over the years, and every single employee from top to bottom – thank you.

The city of Cleveland is truly a special place.

I have seen players and coaches come and go, but through it all I have always known Cleveland is where I want to retire. But life doesn’t always work the way you want it to, and at the end of the day, the saying ‘this is a business’ is unfortunately true.

So with that, I say goodbye. But more importantly, I say thank you. Thank you for your support. Thank you for coming out every night whether we were winning or losing. And thank you for giving me the best 12 years of my life.

Home is where the heart is, and my heart will forever be in Cleveland.

Anderson Varejao

Apparently he didn't look at the attendance ratings when Lebron was in Miami.

 

[Demonjoe93]

This is beyond terrible.

 

[Heatles84]

McRoberts got his first double double ever with the Heat.