NBA Franchise of the Year: Passion. Pride. Pacers.

[SuperNova854]

And who won that series?

Suns barely. Every game was back and forth. Suns won game 1. Clips game 2. Suns game 3. Clips game 4. Suns Game 5. Clips Game 6. Suns game 7. You can't argue with that.

[mfbmike]

The Sixers are gaining ground on em which is what I'm hoping for. With Delonte West and Vladimir Dasic out, I could see it happening. And Granger has been a Sixer killer for me since I've started. :D

[DJ Rhude]

sick chise Mike, love the way you stuck with it....been pondering starting one up with my Knicks

[mfbmike]

Miller Set To Return From Sore Knee



Indiana Pacers point guard Andre Miller underwent tests this morning after suffering from pain after bumping knees with Devin Harris in New Jersey less than a week ago. There seems to be no damage to the knee and Miller is expected to return to action in the Pacers upcoming game when they host the New Orleans Hornets despite some lingering soreness in the knee.

Jamal Crawford and Javaris Crittenton were asked to pick up much of the production at the point guard spot with Miller out. Miller has averaged an impressive 13 points and 7 assists this season with the Kings and Pacers. Needless to say, Miller's traits have not gone unnoticed by his teammates.

"One of the huge things I've picked up from Andre Miller is that he always knows when to get us a basket, he always knows where guys are on the court and always puts them in a position to be successful," Crawford said. "I've always been in a position to help teams by scoring the basketball, but playing alongside Andre, it's helping me be a better player."

With Miller still listed as day-to-day, Crawford was asked if he thinks Miller will take another night off.

"You guys don't know Andre like we do," Crawford answered, smiling.

[mfbmike]

Pacers Clinch First Division Title Since 2005 In Buzzer Beating Fashion

Starting Lineups:
Andre Miller (80) PG (99) Chris Paul
Jamal Crawford (80) SG (82) Jrue Holiday
Danny Granger (90) SF (83) Earl Clark
Rasheed Wallace (85) PF (89) David West
Chris Kaman (89) C (88) Tyson Chandler

(46-31) 119 vs 116 (41-34)


Jamal Crawford rises up for the game winning 3 point shot in the final seconds of regulation.


Danny Granger fights off a double team to get the ball to a wide open Jamal Crawford for the game winning 3 pointer.

Top Performers:
Player Of The Game:

Jamal Crawford

Quote Of The Game:
"The inbound play on that last possession was originally drawn up for Danny. We got him the ball with about 4 seconds left but they weren't having it. They quickly double teamed him, leaving me open on the wing for a shot. I had been feeling the outside shot all night and luckily that one dropped for me." - Jamal Crawford

Next Game:

[goDawgs1433]

Nice win, and congrats on the division title. Almost to the playoffs!

[mfbmike]

Pacers Clinch Central Division With Win Over Hornets



Jamal Crawford scored 32 points to spark the Pacers past the Hornets 119-116 in thrilling fashion lastnight sealing the Central Division crown for themselves.

The Pacers improved to 47-31, 5 games ahead of nearest division rival Cleveland with only 4 games left in the regular season.

The Pacers went into the 4th quarter down by 2 after trailing by double digits in the game.

“It’s interesting. I don’t think we were worried about being down,” Danny Granger said. “It was just like, 'Let’s get to what we need to get to.' But defensively we did make some mistakes.”

"Just enough time,'' Crawford said of releasing his 3-pointer that dropped as the final buzzer sounded. "Everything lined up for us.''

Did it ever.

[Mit]

Nice job on winning the division.

[Justo]

that was a sick buzzer beater

[LC AAU]

Video isn't working anymore?

Nice win never less, and division title is sweet, I haven't won one yet.

[mfbmike]

Video isn't working anymore?

Nice win never less, and division title is sweet, I haven't won one yet.

But you have won a championship. :yell:

Screenshot posted now. :D

[Juggernaut]

nice game winner bro

And the division title = sick

[mfbmike]

Injuries:



Randy Foye of the T'Wolves has suffered a separated shoulder injury which should sideline him for up to 21 days. With the playoffs only a week away, the 3rd seed T'Wolves are going to have to keep it together to maintain their spot in the West. More importantly, this injury will likely keep Foye from returning to the team until after the 1st round; assuming the T'Wolves can escape the 1st round without Foye. Really an unfortunate turn of events for a T'Wolves team that was opening up a lot of eyes around the league.

Other News:

- Sixers win earns them postseason berth
- Chauncey's career high 37 leads Nuggets to 129-117 win over Mavericks
- Celtics defeat Heat as Garnett scores season high 31 points
- Mcgrady expected to return for game against Magic
- Pau Gasol set to return from sprained wrist
- Kings squeeze by Suns 106-104 behind Martin's 21

[mfbmike]

If You're A Wizards Fan, You Really Hate The Pacers Right Now

Starting Lineups:
Andre Miller (80) PG (98) Gilbert Arenas
Jamal Crawford (80) SG (81) Ricky Davis
Danny Granger (90) SF (92) Caron Butler
Rasheed Wallace (85) PF (87) Antawn Jamison
Chris Kaman (89) C (77) Etan Thomas

(47-31) 118 vs 109 (37-41)


Sean Williams gets big over Antawn Jamison for the dunk, and-1.

Top Performers:
Player Of The Game:

Danny Granger

Quote Of The Game:
"I remember it like it was yesterday. A season ago. Around the same time of year. We were battling for the 8th spot in the East. So were the Wizards. One of our last games of the season was against them, just like tonight's game. We won that game. We went on to the postseason. The Wizards went home. Yeah, if I was a Wizards fan, I wouldn't be too happy right now." - Danny Granger

Next Game:

[DJ Rhude]

Damn, some salt and pepper with your basketball Mr. Jamison?