Game 19 Preview vs. Charlotte Bobcats
by Sebastian Pruiti
Dec 4, 2009 2009-2010 Open Thread, Game Previews, Nets vs. Bobcats
So here we go, the Nets are going into their easiest stretch yet, starting with Charlotte tonight. As Mark noted yesterday, Keyon Dooling is going to be back today. The official Nets twitter confirmed this:
For tonight: Keyon’s in, Battie’s in, Yi’s close, Jarvis is up after that. Also, Kiki did not offer up the starters. Bet on Lee, though.
So not only Dooling, but Battie too. That’s another big key, since Battie can play both the center and the power forward spot. Which means less Josh Boone. Less Josh Boone is always a good thing. On to the match-ups:
Devin Harris vs. Raymond Felton
Raymond Felton is a very serviceable point guard who can score when needed, but can distribute the ball and get his guys in position to score. I think it is safe to say that Devin is 100% right now, and his production is showing that. He has been getting to the foul line a ton, and his shots are starting to fall. He didn’t get many assists last game, but as I pointed out earlier, just his presence on the court gives his teammates a better look. This could be key with Dooling back.
Advantage: Devin Harris
Courtney Lee vs. Stephen Jackson
Also from the Nets twitter, there is no hints from Kiki’s first lineup besides Courtney Lee is probably a bet to start. This is good, because it means Lee is 100%. He has looked much better the last two games, and I really think that it will continue. Plus he brings a defensive presence to the court, and it also means that Trenton Hassell is now removed from the starting line-up. He has been a serviceable guy, but he has struggled the last couple, and that was probably his age catching up with him.
Advantage: Stephen Jackson
Chris Douglas-Roberts vs. Gerald Wallace
Wallace killed the Nets last game, putting up a 20-point/20-rebound performance. He could have another big night because he is so much bigger than CDR, but you know what? I don’t want anyone else but CDR on him. With all the talking about lack of effort and giving up, you know that CDR will go hard the whole game. You need someone going 100% the whole game on Wallace, or else he will kill you.
Advantage: Gerald Wallace
Josh Boone vs. Boris Diaw
I wouldn’t be surprise to see Tony Battie starting at the 4 a few games down the line. Josh Boone is just not getting it done, and if Tony Battie is back playing at the same level he was last year for Orlando, that is better than Boone. Or Sean Williams for that matter.
Advantage: Boris Diaw
Brook Lopez vs. Tyson Chandler
When these two met last game it was weird neither of them had a good game. Yeah Lopez had 18 points, but he only had 5 rebounds, and Tyson Chandler only had 8 points and 8 rebounds. As I pointed out yesterday, Brook should get a ton of touches, so expect for him to play better tonight
Advantage: Brook Lopez
This is your open thread, so use it guys!
December 4th, 2009 at 5:12 PM
I’ll start this off by saying, I can smell it — Kiki is not going to start 13-0, but I think these guys are going to respond.
December 4th, 2009 at 7:07 PM
It’s like half the team had the “blue flu.”
Anyway, I plan on loving Keyon like I never loved him before.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:18 PM
Lee got it going on 2 shots i know but big game on good shooting i think, nets need to watch fouls.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:19 PM
Alright lee silence those haters
December 4th, 2009 at 8:19 PM
Lane violation #4 on the year.
CLee looking very good. Finally healthy, i’m guessing.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:23 PM
Wasn’t the lane violation on the Cats though? Or did I miss a play?
December 4th, 2009 at 8:29 PM
I’m sure it wasn’t, but that sure *seemed* like the first successful alley-oop for them this year.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:30 PM
TWill: Must Improve: SHOT SELECTION.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:31 PM
That’s TWO successful alley-oops.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:38 PM
dooling in and skip’s out. The nets look is starting to cahnge for the better!!!
December 4th, 2009 at 8:39 PM
TWill is just a mess right now. Trying too hard sez I.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:40 PM
It’s funny. I know a couple Louisville BB fans and they ask, “Is TWill still doing that mid-range tear-drop thing? That drove me crazy!”
December 4th, 2009 at 8:43 PM
CLee is playing very well.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:44 PM
Yeah seriously, I mean he shoudln’t take shots he can’t make even on the fast break there he should have just stopped and passed instead of forcing.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:47 PM
0-7. House of Bricks.
December 4th, 2009 at 8:49 PM
I still like TWill in there. He needs a lot of time.. that’s for sure.
December 4th, 2009 at 9:13 PM
They’re down at the half, yet, I’m still feeling okay about this game.
December 4th, 2009 at 9:17 PM
Looks like some effort anyway that was a sick steal by devin at the end, would be hilarious if that shot was even close though
December 4th, 2009 at 9:19 PM
And yes Mark the lane violation was on the Bobcats. I have a feeling with Kiki we’re gonna see a lot Twill getting a lot of play time. Lopez looking good of course, and I’m loving Lee.
December 4th, 2009 at 9:33 PM
I have no issues with TWill getting PT but if he’s going to shoot bricks all night, Kiki needs to ingrain it that Terrence needs to find ways to help this team without scoring, because I think he can.
December 4th, 2009 at 9:43 PM
I’ll repeat what I said earlier, nets need to watch fouls. Quick question Mark or some other stat guru, what are charlotte like at drawing gouls I know they don’t give up much fouls which accounts for the diference in free throws attempted but still wondering.
December 4th, 2009 at 9:54 PM
Shea – looking quickly, but Charlotte averages 25.2 free throw attempts a game – which is pretty good – not quite Denver (32.4) good, but decent.
December 4th, 2009 at 10:05 PM
Thought so thanks. Wow Lee is on fire doesn’t matter how long he is out
December 4th, 2009 at 10:06 PM
Love the fact that Keyon Dooling is literally standing off the bench on eery defensive posession.
December 4th, 2009 at 10:08 PM
He can’t miss !
December 4th, 2009 at 10:23 PM
Alright kiddies. We’re up and it’s late. Can I a get a let’s go nets?
December 4th, 2009 at 10:25 PM
Can Brook get a call? Chandler got him on the wrist on the layup attempt.
December 4th, 2009 at 10:28 PM
LET’S GO NETS!
December 4th, 2009 at 10:34 PM
Knocking on all kinds of wood – this might actually happen people.
December 4th, 2009 at 10:40 PM
Nets fans getting down on C Lee how bout now like that offense and D. He handed the nets their first win. Great work and effort guys, so relieved to end that streak. Net of the night C Lee, loving that guy now. Like that little dance, T will be back on twitter.
December 4th, 2009 at 10:40 PM
Oh yeah Lets go nets :p
December 4th, 2009 at 10:41 PM
Do you believe in miracles? YES!
December 4th, 2009 at 10:44 PM
I don’t think i’ll ever be so happy about 1-18
December 4th, 2009 at 10:45 PM
Ha ha me neither.
December 4th, 2009 at 10:46 PM
Everybody get naked! [/Apu]