Game 6: Los Angeles Lakers beat Phoenix Suns 111-103. LA wins series 4-2.

[QUOTE="-Halftime-"][QUOTE="M_1_A_M_I"] The suns held Portland to an average of 93 points a game and they held San Antonio to an average of 100 points a game. The Lakers held an offensively weak thunder to 94 (93.8 )points a game and a beat up jazz team to 102 points a game. Suns>Lakers 8)

Microsoft1234

The Lakers are the best team in the playoffs defensively in field goal defense. Orlando and LA have the two best defenses in the NBA. This was never a debate about the Magic or Celtics though. This was always about how the Suns defense sucks, which it does, especially against teams with big guys like the Lakers. They also don't have a legitimate wing defender.

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[QUOTE="-Halftime-"] LMFAO, Lakers have the best defense in the NBA, LOL @ bragging about holding Portland without Roy to 93 points per game. The Suns had to double LaMarcus Aldridge, for Chists sake. Their defense is nowhere near LA's level.-Halftime-

The Lakers are the best team in the playoffs defensively in field goal defense. Orlando and LA have the two best defenses in the NBA. This was never a debate about the Magic or Celtics though. This was always about how the Suns defense sucks, which it does, especially against teams with big guys like the Lakers. They also don't have a legitimate wing defender.

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[QUOTE="Microsoft1234"] you're being a homer (this is a sports term), the magic and celtics have had the best defense this entire post season, La's has been good but nowhere near the best.

Microsoft1234

The Lakers are the best team in the playoffs defensively in field goal defense. Orlando and LA have the two best defenses in the NBA. This was never a debate about the Magic or Celtics though. This was always about how the Suns defense sucks, which it does, especially against teams with big guys like the Lakers. They also don't have a legitimate wing defender.

And you don't understand why he hate the Suns.

Anyway like i said before, im going with Suns in 6-7 but i'm aware that Lakers are a hell of a team and they have the best player in the NBA in Odom :P (you know is Kobe) but i have faith in my team, nobody was counting with the Suns, it was all Mavs and Spurs, but here are the Suns playing great basketball (Offense and Deffense), the only thing i know for sure is that it's going to be a hell of a series and the winner will...fail hard against Magic.

[QUOTE="Master_Live"]I say Lakers. ASK_Story

lakers in 6, and then they will meet up with the team who is playing the best ball in the series the magic and then the lakers will beat them in 7

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[QUOTE="Microsoft1234"] you're being a homer (this is a sports term), the magic and celtics have had the best defense this entire post season, La's has been good but nowhere near the best.

Microsoft1234

The Lakers are the best team in the playoffs defensively in field goal defense. Orlando and LA have the two best defenses in the NBA. This was never a debate about the Magic or Celtics though. This was always about how the Suns defense sucks, which it does, especially against teams with big guys like the Lakers. They also don't have a legitimate wing defender.

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

[QUOTE="Microsoft1234"][QUOTE="-Halftime-"]

The Lakers are the best team in the playoffs defensively in field goal defense. Orlando and LA have the two best defenses in the NBA. This was never a debate about the Magic or Celtics though. This was always about how the Suns defense sucks, which it does, especially against teams with big guys like the Lakers. They also don't have a legitimate wing defender.

Solid_Link22

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

Fisher was also stronger and bigger then Westbrook. :|

I expect Nash to run circles around him.

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[QUOTE="Microsoft1234"] I understand being a fan, but i dont understand complete disrespect to the suns, the defenseless suns in 06 and 07 destroyed your lakers coming back a 3-1 deficit in 06 and 4-1d your team in 07 when they honestly were embarssing defensively, they're a good defensive team now. And russell westbrook destroyed fisher, Nash will have his way too, I'm picking lakers in 6 to 7 games but the suns DO PLAY DEFENSE NOWbobcheeseball

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

Fisher was also stronger and bigger then Westbrook. :|

I expect Nash to run circles around him.

Westbrook is also the freak of nature that Nash isn't :|

[QUOTE="Microsoft1234"][QUOTE="-Halftime-"]

The Lakers are the best team in the playoffs defensively in field goal defense. Orlando and LA have the two best defenses in the NBA. This was never a debate about the Magic or Celtics though. This was always about how the Suns defense sucks, which it does, especially against teams with big guys like the Lakers. They also don't have a legitimate wing defender.

Solid_Link22

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

[QUOTE="Microsoft1234"][QUOTE="-Halftime-"]

The Lakers are the best team in the playoffs defensively in field goal defense. Orlando and LA have the two best defenses in the NBA. This was never a debate about the Magic or Celtics though. This was always about how the Suns defense sucks, which it does, especially against teams with big guys like the Lakers. They also don't have a legitimate wing defender.

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

Its not that I am delusional its that I am basing all this on past experiences. Fisher actually gives Nash trouble on the defensive end (believe it or not). Nash cannot defend even if his life depended on it and that includes Fisher.

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[QUOTE="Microsoft1234"] I understand being a fan, but i dont understand complete disrespect to the suns, the defenseless suns in 06 and 07 destroyed your lakers coming back a 3-1 deficit in 06 and 4-1d your team in 07 when they honestly were embarssing defensively, they're a good defensive team now. And russell westbrook destroyed fisher, Nash will have his way too, I'm picking lakers in 6 to 7 games but the suns DO PLAY DEFENSE NOWbobcheeseball

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

Fisher was also stronger and bigger then Westbrook. :|

I expect Nash to run circles around him.

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[QUOTE="Microsoft1234"] I understand being a fan, but i dont understand complete disrespect to the suns, the defenseless suns in 06 and 07 destroyed your lakers coming back a 3-1 deficit in 06 and 4-1d your team in 07 when they honestly were embarssing defensively, they're a good defensive team now. And russell westbrook destroyed fisher, Nash will have his way too, I'm picking lakers in 6 to 7 games but the suns DO PLAY DEFENSE NOWFireEmblem74

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

Did you actually watch the last series or any of the Lakers VS Suns game this year or are you just jumping on the bandwagon of what some idiot on ESPN said? Watch the damn games.

Nash is a better matchup for Fisher than either D-Will or Westbrook. And he just had a damn good series defensivley against Deron Williams. Not to mention throughout his career and this year Fisher has always played well defensively against Nash, using his size and strength as an advantage.

Fast, athletically gifted PG's give Fish trouble(Westbrook, Aaron Brooks, Jameer Nelson). Sorry, but Nash is neither fast or athletic, and Fisher is great at defending the pick and roll that Nash likes to run so much.

[QUOTE="FireEmblem74"][QUOTE="Solid_Link22"]

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

Did you actually watch the last series or any of the Lakers VS Suns game this year or are you just jumping on the bandwagon of what some idiot on ESPN said? Watch the damn games.

Nash is a better matchup for Fisher than either D-Will or Westbrook. And he just had a damn good series defensivley against Deron Williams. Not to mention throughout his career and this year Fisher has always played well defensively against Nash, using his size and strength as an advantage.

Fast, athletically gifted PG's give Fish trouble(Westbrook, Aaron Brooks, Jameer Nelson). Sorry, but Nash is neither fast or athletic, and Fisher is great at defending the pick and roll that Nash likes to run so much.

[QUOTE="Solid_Link22"]

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

Fisher was also stronger and bigger then Westbrook. :|

I expect Nash to run circles around him.

Its not that I am delusional its that I am basing all this on past experiences. Fisher actually gives Nash trouble on the defensive end (believe it or not). Nash cannot defend even if his life depended on it and that includes Fisher.

Solid_Link22

Nash is WAY better than Fisher but Fisher gives Nash fits man. Nash cannot guard anyone. That is is an advantage on Fisher's part. Dude's just bigger than him. I have seen this for the past two years.

[QUOTE="FireEmblem74"][QUOTE="Solid_Link22"]

Nash hasn't had his way with Fisher in a long time. Fisher is stronger than him and can actually defend him. Fisher is a mismatch against Nash on offense because of his bigger size and strength.

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Did you actually watch the last series or any of the Lakers VS Suns game this year or are you just jumping on the bandwagon of what some idiot on ESPN said? Watch the damn games.

Nash is a better matchup for Fisher than either D-Will or Westbrook. And he just had a damn good series defensivley against Deron Williams. Not to mention throughout his career and this year Fisher has always played well defensively against Nash, using his size and strength as an advantage.

Fast, athletically gifted PG's give Fish trouble(Westbrook, Aaron Brooks, Jameer Nelson). Sorry, but Nash is neither fast or athletic, and Fisher is great at defending the pick and roll that Nash likes to run so much.

Lakers in 7, though I hope Nash and the Suns win

No way convincing Laker fans they are wrong, just let it go and let's talk about the Nash vs Fisher matchup on Tuesday after Game 1. Personally those who think Fisher has an advantage in the PG matchup against Nash are sadly mistaken and are just being homers, and DONT SLEEP ON DRAGIC! Lol Lakers are better than Suns, but don't sound like a 5th grader by saying Fisher has an advantage over Nash.Mister__Awesome

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[QUOTE="FireEmblem74"] are you a laker fan? or just delusional? Fisher is a spot up shooter, and a huge liability on defense. Messiahbolical-

Did you actually watch the last series or any of the Lakers VS Suns game this year or are you just jumping on the bandwagon of what some idiot on ESPN said? Watch the damn games.

Nash is a better matchup for Fisher than either D-Will or Westbrook. And he just had a damn good series defensivley against Deron Williams. Not to mention throughout his career and this year Fisher has always played well defensively against Nash, using his size and strength as an advantage.

Fast, athletically gifted PG's give Fish trouble(Westbrook, Aaron Brooks, Jameer Nelson). Sorry, but Nash is neither fast or athletic, and Fisher is great at defending the pick and roll that Nash likes to run so much.

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[QUOTE="FireEmblem74"] are you a laker fan? or just delusional? Fisher is a spot up shooter, and a huge liability on defense. Messiahbolical-

Did you actually watch the last series or any of the Lakers VS Suns game this year or are you just jumping on the bandwagon of what some idiot on ESPN said? Watch the damn games.

Nash is a better matchup for Fisher than either D-Will or Westbrook. And he just had a damn good series defensivley against Deron Williams. Not to mention throughout his career and this year Fisher has always played well defensively against Nash, using his size and strength as an advantage.

Fast, athletically gifted PG's give Fish trouble(Westbrook, Aaron Brooks, Jameer Nelson). Sorry, but Nash is neither fast or athletic, and Fisher is great at defending the pick and roll that Nash likes to run so much.

[QUOTE="Messiahbolical-"][QUOTE="-Halftime-"]

Did you actually watch the last series or any of the Lakers VS Suns game this year or are you just jumping on the bandwagon of what some idiot on ESPN said? Watch the damn games.

Nash is a better matchup for Fisher than either D-Will or Westbrook. And he just had a damn good series defensivley against Deron Williams. Not to mention throughout his career and this year Fisher has always played well defensively against Nash, using his size and strength as an advantage.

Fast, athletically gifted PG's give Fish trouble(Westbrook, Aaron Brooks, Jameer Nelson). Sorry, but Nash is neither fast or athletic, and Fisher is great at defending the pick and roll that Nash likes to run so much.

Bobbles

Finally, someone that understands what I'm trying to say and doesn't put words in my mouth. Thanks dude.

[QUOTE="Mister__Awesome"]No way convincing Laker fans they are wrong, just let it go and let's talk about the Nash vs Fisher matchup on Tuesday after Game 1. Personally those who think Fisher has an advantage in the PG matchup against Nash are sadly mistaken and are just being homers, and DONT SLEEP ON DRAGIC! Lol Lakers are better than Suns, but don't sound like a 5th grader by saying Fisher has an advantage over Nash.-Halftime-

Artest and Nash are two of my fav players, cant wait for this series!

PG matchup = SUNS (Nash >> Fisher)

SG matchup = Lakers (Kobe >> Richardson)

SF matchup = TIE (Artest and Hill, this should be awesome, two of my all tiem fav defenders)

PF matchup = Lakers (Gasol >)

C matchup = Suns (Amare > Bynum)

That looks like a pretty good series coming up to me.

Im not a fan of either team aswell (lifetime pacers fan). So ill be watching this with no biased, Artest and Nash are two of my fav players, so dont really care who wins (though I alawys like to see an upset).

I think lakers are favorites and Id bet on them to win in 7, but dont count out the Suns!

[QUOTE="-Halftime-"][QUOTE="Mister__Awesome"]No way convincing Laker fans they are wrong, just let it go and let's talk about the Nash vs Fisher matchup on Tuesday after Game 1. Personally those who think Fisher has an advantage in the PG matchup against Nash are sadly mistaken and are just being homers, and DONT SLEEP ON DRAGIC! Lol Lakers are better than Suns, but don't sound like a 5th grader by saying Fisher has an advantage over Nash.Mister__Awesome

No way the X factor is J Rich, when he scores 20 + the Suns are 29 - 4 ! He is shooting at 52 % from the three this postseason and he think he will have a great series. But about Dragic I think he will be huge off the bench, and don't forget about Barbosa.

[QUOTE="Messiahbolical-"][QUOTE="-Halftime-"]

Did you actually watch the last series or any of the Lakers VS Suns game this year or are you just jumping on the bandwagon of what some idiot on ESPN said? Watch the damn games.

Nash is a better matchup for Fisher than either D-Will or Westbrook. And he just had a damn good series defensivley against Deron Williams. Not to mention throughout his career and this year Fisher has always played well defensively against Nash, using his size and strength as an advantage.

Fast, athletically gifted PG's give Fish trouble(Westbrook, Aaron Brooks, Jameer Nelson). Sorry, but Nash is neither fast or athletic, and Fisher is great at defending the pick and roll that Nash likes to run so much.

Bobbles

Thank you. Finally someone understands what we are trying to say. At least you wont call me a homer and a delusional lakers fan.

Jason Richardson isn't gonna do **** this series with Kobe on him. He'll be the 8 PPG scorer he was against the Lakers in the regular season because he won't be getting wide open looks from Spurs defenders.-Halftime-

suns

It's hard not to pick the Lakers as the winner of this series, but I do wonder what the mindset of the team will be this series. Going from the series against the Jazz, you would expect LA to be totally focused, and if that's the case, I would say this series goes no further than 5 game. However, the Lakers can sometimes deviate from the expected formula, so I'm not as confident in saying that this will be a short series, even though LA's large lineup should overwhelm the Suns in this series, much like it did with Utah.

Also, given that Phoenix just exercised one of their demons by beating, nay, sweeping San Antonio, I expect the Suns' confidence and momentum to be high enough to give LA a run and possibly steal a game or two. In the end, I'll say Lakers in six tough games.

Are you kidding me? Is there really any point in asking? Its the Lakers.

You got Koby, Bynum, Gasol, Artest, Odom, and fisher is decent. I just wonder who else the Lakers are thinking that they need in order to make the NBA that much more lop sided so they can win a championship?

suns in 7

Isn't Bynum saying his knee is messed up, so won't he be unavailable against the Suns for the first game or two? Oh, and i had a feeling coming back to this thread a few days later it would be the Kobe/Lakers fan vs someone in here trying to debate who is going to do what. Oh good times. I just hope no suspensions, dirty play, and just have the better team win. Lakers are the better team but the better teams don't always win do they.Lostboy1224

I think this will be a much better series than most people think. If Bynum can play through the pain, expect Amare to have nothing. Nash will tear us apart, but its going to be tough to guard all those big 3 pt shooters (dudley, frye, richardson).

We just have to distrupt them as much as possible and I think that we can do that with Lamar and Gasol

I am afraid for when the Suns go to their bench and unleash the Dragon. Our bench is no where near as good talent wise as the Suns', but ours is more playoff experienced and veteran so hopefully we can keep it together, limit their bench scoring and get our first team back in.

Also a bit worried cause Kobe hasn't practiced much and had his knee drained. I've learned many times though to never doubt the Black Mamba

Lakers in 5

Suns in seven

I expect chubby Dudley to "flop" on Kobe's finger during these 48 minutes.

^ to be fair I was reading through the comments and Solid_Link22 brought up the whole Fisher thing before you did.

The Suns "great" defense has allowed 62 points and 61 percent shooting so far:lol:-Halftime-

Yawn. Another Lakers Finals... I mean why have the Finals when the Lakers are always there? This is getting boring. I mean out of 60 Finals haven't the Lakers been in like 28-32?