Recap: Warriors 104, Cavs 106 - So Why Am I Smiling?

by Hash on Jan 21, 2007 12:09 AM PST in Recaps

Well that was a hell of a ride!

Tonight we were treated to a glimpse of some of the very impressive talent that this recent deal has given us. And I, for one, like a lot of what I saw!

Unfortunately, the newest additions to our team were treated to a glimpse of what it's like to be a Warrior; where a 20-4 run can get erased within minutes.

Welcome to the Bay boys!

Box Score

POOF! 18 point lead gone. (Thanks Zorgon!)

The results of tonight's game were disappointing at best. But honestly, with Baron out tonight, I didn't expect to see half of the things that I saw. At some point, the Warriors really did look like a new team. I think I can make a safe assumption in saying that the players are as juiced about this trade as the fans are! I saw more fast breaks, forced turnovers, and aggressive runs to the hoop in the first half than I think I've see all season from the Warriors! And what the hell did Foyle stir into his coffee this morning? He moved like was ten years younger tonight!

But as we've seen so many times before, in the end we got out the wrapping paper, and gift-wrapped it for the Cavs. Sloppy ball handling, poor defense, and a lot of fouling allowed them to close a huge gap in the third, take it into OT; and the rest is history.

So the why the hell am I smiling right now? Oh right. Stephen Jackson.

Okay, I know that tonight was his season high, so we may not see this every game, but that guy looked great out there tonight! Raining 3's at the right times, boards, assists (he made some NASTY passes), steals... he was all over the place! If he consistently produces to half the ability he did tonight, we're still better off then we were before this trade.

He's not the only reason I'm smiling though. Al didn't really have a great opening with us tonight but I think he simply hasn't adjusted to the change yet. He's a producer and once he gets over the nervousness, I think he will be able to shoulder some much needed weight on this team.

Sarunas was a nice surprise too. He doesn't have the quick step of Monta, but he has a true mid-range shot. He could be doing some excellent work for us off the pine in the near future.

At times, it was a joy to watch the Warriors run the ball at times tonight. If Nellie can build on this potential and J-Rich can get back to full health, we are going to have a pretty deep squad.

I can't wait to see what happens when Baron comes out to play...

Warrior Wonder: Welcome aboard Stephen Jackson! Aside from the 5 turnovers, you were the jack of all trades out there tonight with 29 points, 7 boards, 5 dimes, and 5 jacks! You were also a very welcome sight to the eyes of some of the most loyal fans you'll ever play for. You'll see what I'm talking about. You're gonna love it here!

Welcome home.

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welcome

even though we lost, we saw glimpses of what we can see in the near future. not like indiana won

by bun on Jan 21, 2007 12:16 AM PST reply actions

YEAH BOI!

I got in another article....YES!

by Zorgon on Jan 21, 2007 12:28 AM PST reply actions

Al Harrington on the game:

Al Harrington
On Tonight's Game
"I know I was 4-21, but I had the most fun I've ever had in my pro career tonight. This is a great way to play. I apologize to my teammates, because if I had made some shots we definitely would've won. Overall I think our energy was huge, we just didn't get a win tonight. But it's something positive to build on. We should have a great practice tomorrow, get B.D. back, and go into L.A. with one goal and that's to win the game."

"It's disappointing. Even without Baron, we feel like we have enough power. I put it kind of on myself because I feel like if I made three or four more shots we'd be sitting here smiling instead of sitting here talking about a loss. We're a very deep team, and it's very encouraging even though we lost."

The dude loves it here!

by the optimus dime on Jan 21, 2007 12:30 AM PST reply actions

Way to early to judge him

but he a shitty game. I couldn't help but think Joe Smith for a second though I know he can shoot the ball

by Zig on Jan 21, 2007 12:36 AM PST up reply actions

I just hope Mullin backs away from the phone...

...and doesn't do any more trades.

This team is going to be great to watch.

No Nazr! No long-term contracts!

by bigcity7 on Jan 21, 2007 12:31 AM PST reply actions

Agree

I didn't know Nazr has a 5-year contract until I looked on Hoopshype. Talk about overpaid (not quite Foyle-overpaid though).

by semarubaka on Jan 21, 2007 12:44 AM PST up reply actions

unless its Gasol!

or KG!

(no need to deal in absolutes here, even if i am dreamin...)

All-time Oakland Warriors: Hardaway, J-Rich, Mullin, Mr. Mean & The Chief

by OaktownWarrior on Jan 21, 2007 4:57 PM PST up reply actions

Shout out to our True Warrior

JRich came out before the game and practiced for a good 20-30 mins. The whole time constantly running, shooting free throws left handed, 3 pts', layups and a couple dunks. Never seen a nba player run an practice so hard, especially when injured.

by Athletix Man on Jan 21, 2007 12:43 AM PST reply actions

Jrich

is getting his hops back. I'm so excited!

by racsan on Jan 21, 2007 12:52 AM PST up reply actions

His willingness to improve

is just a sign of maturity. Of course it helps when you win the slam dunk contest twice early on. Because he got that recognition (as a dunker) out of the way, he's willing to work on other aspects of the game. I think his free throw shooting is all in his mind and probably some mechanics...if he's able to master these, he should be close to being an 80% FT shooter. It's hard to trade a player that you want playing on your team.

by MANUTEs BOLs on Jan 22, 2007 10:53 AM PST up reply actions

I am appalled

that Al Harrington didn't get one of NBA.com's Shooting Duds for their nightly around the association. Even when a Warrior sucks he can't get recognized.

http://www.nba.com/aroundtheassociation/070120.html

by racsan on Jan 21, 2007 12:55 AM PST reply actions

I loved that comment

Even when a Warrior sucks he can't get recognized.

by Athletix Man on Jan 21, 2007 12:58 AM PST up reply actions

Why we lost

REBOUNDING.

And yes, Adonal should've been there at the end of the game.

We need a PF bad. I woulda had Major or Powell out there, even. Comeon Nellie! You gotta realize this, and not make Big Al our C!

by Zorgon on Jan 21, 2007 4:11 AM PST reply actions

Harrington's rebounding

I couldn't watch the game, but what about Harrington's 12 boards? It's only one game, but does that dispel some of the many doubts being voiced here about his rebounding game?

by walkerp on Jan 21, 2007 6:33 AM PST reply actions

Well

the only reason he was really getting boards is because Nellie was going Ultra-Small at times and the tallest guy on the floor was either him or Barnes. So...not really.

by Zorgon on Jan 21, 2007 2:54 PM PST up reply actions

I loved the game!

Sad that they got locked down at the end. They did look a bit disjointed in the second half and at the end. Understandable.

Both Harrington and Jackson are much faster than Murph and Dun were, so at times the team looked much quicker on the attack and it was giving trouble to the Cavs. When the score was 62-44, and everything was coming together for that burst, it was some fine basketball!

Foyle played very well. I was shocked to see him actually handle some hot passes! And then bank it in!

I also saw shades of a half court game. The new guys know what to do there. There was more structure in some ways also. There were some nice plays rolling to the hoop. Solid play overall, just poor shooting from Harrington. It's just one game.

Harrington is correct, if he was even 8-22 shooting, the W's win this one easily.

Barnes was cold too. That hurt. He got it going on a few plays, but struggled a bit.

by Gain on 10 on Jan 21, 2007 7:59 AM PST reply actions

even if Harrington shot 5-21, we would've won

BTW, Barnes shot 5-11 (12 pts), pulled in 7 rebounds, and dished out 5 assists...not bad for being cold.

by MANUTEs BOLs on Jan 22, 2007 11:01 AM PST up reply actions

Oh well...

First game of Iverson in Denver: L
First game of Webber in Detroit: L
First game of Dun & Murphy in Indiana: L
First game of Al, Jackson and Saras here: L

by Jaime Novoa on Jan 21, 2007 8:51 AM PST reply actions

New Warriors vs. New Pacers debut

Warriors:
Harrington - 14 pts, 4/21 FG (ouch...shut down by Varejao), 12 boards, 4 TOs, 3 stls, 2 treys
Jackson - 29 pts, 10/25 FG, 7 boards, 5 dimes, 6 TOs, 5 steals, 5 treys
Jasikevicius - 10 pts, 4/7 FG, 4 dimes, 1 missed FT (what!)
Powell - cheerleading from the bench
Team - without baron, the dubs played Lebron's team with a shot at the eastern conference title and fell short in OT

Pacers:
Dunleavy - 14 pts (all in the 3rd qtr), 6/17 FG (as expected), 4 dimes, 2 steals, 1 trey, and being outplayed by his counterpart, Quentin Richardson
Murphy - 10 pts, 4/8 FG, 11 boards, 1 trey, 1 block (wow!), and lousy defense to his counterparts, David Lee (20 pts and 16 boards) and Eddy Curry (26 pts)
Diogu - 5 min, 0 pts, 2 TOs (sorry Ike)
McLeod - sitting at home with his injury probably saying "why me?"
Team - lost a close one at home to the lowly New York Knicks, even with a healthy Jermaine O'Neal

by AntiLaker on Jan 21, 2007 11:48 AM PST reply actions

I could be wrong but

did it seem like Jackson on a pass to foyle, made it very soft. . .I loved his passing!

by BRETTcuziaintthatcreative on Jan 21, 2007 1:42 PM PST reply actions

Exciting though heartbreaking game!

What an exciting basketball game, worth staying up until 7 in the morning, lol... It was my first Warriors match in months that I could watch on the internet (since inexplicably they don't show the Warriors on telly here in Europe ;-)) Are our games always that exciting? How we closed out the 2nd quarter - that was marvellous basketball. However, in the end I was close to a heartattack and to throw my laptop against the wall several times.

In the end what costed us the game (in my opinion):

the offensive rebounds they got - we just returned them their presents (Lebron's missed FTs at the end of regulation) :-(
Al Harrington was stripped of the ball in the paint 4-5 times
when we went cold we needed a man who goes to the rim, just to end the scoring drought

But overall, this match got me very excited about what the future holds for us.

by BlauGelb on Jan 21, 2007 3:41 PM PST reply actions

yes that is a typical warriors game

they get you very excited and look like they're one of the top teams in the leauge, only to rip your heart out by looking like one of the worst in the leauge

by AJC3317 on Jan 21, 2007 3:54 PM PST up reply actions

watch the game

I'm from europe too, how did you watch the game, please tell me

by Jacque on Jan 22, 2007 1:06 AM PST up reply actions

Internet-Stream

Over an internet stream... You need P2P software for it.

All the information about it --> http://www.myp2p.eu/

Specifically the NBA schedule for next week --> http://www.myp2p.eu/NBA.htm

by BlauGelb on Jan 22, 2007 4:38 AM PST up reply actions

Crazy Game

I loved the game. I was all up and excited in the first half. And disapointed in the second half. But they didn't give up and fought hard again.

Jackson looked good.
Harrington was forcing things to much early, settled down a bit.
Sarunas looked good and loose. Pretty solid pick and rolls going on. I like it.

by jpgarfunkle on Jan 21, 2007 4:51 PM PST reply actions

thanks a lot

man, i hope it works.
But you are from germany I suppose? Because of your name. I'm from Holland

by Jacque on Jan 22, 2007 7:31 AM PST reply actions

That's right...

I'm from the Cologne area. At first I thought you were from France, because of your name :-)
The programme that works best for me is PPMate, other good ones are Sopcast and TVU.

by BlauGelb on Jan 22, 2007 2:09 PM PST up reply actions

hey guys..was this a foul?

St. Jax may have gotten fouled here as he attempted a 3-pointer I believe. Snow's left hand was on St. Jax' hip.

We just won't get any respect from the refs...even if we had superstar players. It seems like it doesn't matter who's wearing a W's jersey. The fact that they play for the Ws, it won't matter.

by MANUTEs BOLs on Jan 22, 2007 11:45 AM PST reply actions

hey guys..was this a foul?

St. Jax may have gotten fouled here as he attempted a 3-pointer I believe. Snow's left hand was on St. Jax' hip.

see

We just won't get any respect from the refs...even if we had superstar players. It seems like it doesn't matter who's wearing a W's jersey. The fact that they play for the Ws, it won't matter.

by MANUTEs BOLs on Jan 22, 2007 11:48 AM PST reply actions