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FILM REVIEW: Jrue Holiday dominates Game 2
Today I recap just what a truly amazing performance it was from Jrue Holiday in Game 2. Also, what might this mean moving forward? Be sure to subscribe to the channel for any new content being posted up. [youtube id=”FglRXauBY7c” width=”620″ height=”360″]
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Trail Blazers Game 2 Changes
What do you want to see more or less of in Game 2? 42: I want to see better rebounding. I have been beating the rebouding drum all season, but it really shows how important rebounding is against the Blazers who are both good it at and rely on it, especially when Lillard and McCollum […]
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Reactions to Game 1 v Trail Blazers
What is your reaction to Game 1? Mason: Incredibly fired up. The Pelicans played three consistent, solid quarters, which gave them just enough buffer to withstand a predictable home team 4th quarter surge. AD and Jrue were everything we expected them to be, Niko and Rondo shined in their Pelicans playoff debuts, and the team […]
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Round 1 Predictions
How does this series go? 42: Pelicans in 7 is my prediction. Following that are Pelicans in 6 and Trail Blazers in 7. I think Jrue has a couple good defensive games and he makes the difference, a couple games where Davis looks like a man who really hates sandals with socks. Levy: I predict […]
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Keys to Round 1
What is “a” or “the” key to the series with the Trail Blazers? What is something else to keep an eye on that might be under-discussed? 42: I think the key to the series is rendering Nurkic ineffective. Whether this is Davis or Mirotic just outplaying him on both ends, whoever frustrating him, putting him […]
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In the NO Pod Ep. 310: Portland Preview
Michael and I talk briefly about the Spurs game, and then give a lot of time to Portland! We talk about weaknesses, strengths, X-Factors, defensive schemes, and best players on the court. I ask three burning questions about hiding on Rondo, the all important turnover battle, and baiting the Pels into three point shooting. And […]
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A Different Look at the Remaining Schedule, Part 9
The New Orleans Pelicans are in the Playoffs (congratulations), and there is not much to the remaining schedule. Graphics and such are out there, but I’m going to wrap this series up by laying out the 16 cases (4 remaining important games), at least enough to see how it plays out for the Pelicans and […]
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A Different Look at the Remaining Schedule, Part 8
The New Orleans Pelicans are in the Playoffs (congratulations), and there is not much to the remaining schedule. I’m going to leave much of the work to the world, but I’m going to wrap this series up by laying out the 32 cases (5 remaining important games), at least enough to see how it plays […]
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In the NO Pod Ep. 309: Will the Playoffs ever be settled?
Michael and I talk about the Golden State win and handicap what is left for the playoff battle. Good news: The Pels control their destiny. Bad news, two losses and they could still be out entirely. Sheesh. We also spend a lot of time handicapping the teams the Pelicans could face in the first round […]
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A Different Look at the Remaining Schedule, Part 7
Punchline: The Pelicans are in a good position to make the Playoffs. They control their own destiny, have one game worth of cushion to keep control. They are guaranteed top-6 if they win out. Note: Updated Monday with some omitted info, details after Jazz win. The New Orleans Pelicans have 2 games left to play, […]
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A Different Look at the Remaining Schedule, Part 6
Punchline: The Pelicans are in a good position to make the Playoffs. They control their own destiny, have one game worth of cushion to keep control, but they need to win at least one game. They can get into the top-6 if they win out. The New Orleans Pelicans have 4 games left to play, […]
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A Different Look at the Remaining Schedule, Part 5
Punchline: Sunday is a pivotal point in the Pelicans’ Playoff path. It can be made clear, but getting top-6 is murky, and top-4 is getting tougher in part due to losing important tie-breakers, including multi-team tie-breakers. It can also be made into a demolition derby, or more of one than it already is. The New […]
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In the NO Ep. 308: Battling for Playoff Position
The war continues in the Western Conference. Will the Pelicans prevail? If so, where will they land? And will it make any difference, since Mike is pessimistic about their chances? Listen to this podcast, and curse his name and basketball opinions forever. Want it on Itunes? Direct download? RSS Feed? Like the Show or the […]
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A Different Look at the Remaining Schedule, Part 3
Punchline: The Clippers and Nuggets are below the top-8 in the West, but it’s not enough to make me comfortable yet. The New Orleans Pelicans have 12 games left to play, with one tonight against I hate the Mavericks. A couple of weeks ago, I looked at the schedule trying to identify the importance of […]
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In the NO Podcast Ep. 307: No Rest
Michael and I cover the 8 games since the last pod, picking the games we enjoyed the most – and the one that disgusted us the most. Yeah, Houston. Everyone can’t stand Houston. We talk Frank Jackson out for the year, Diallo playing well, who the best matchups will be for this team, and what […]
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Thoughts Following the Passing of Mr. Benson
It’s been a couple days since Tom Benson passed away. I’m not going to go into his importance, because it’s obvious, and the same goes for how it’s a loss for his family and the community. I said it before, and I’ll say it again: Thanks for everything. Rather than do all that, I wanted […]
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In the NO Ep 306: Jrue the Terror and 8-0
Michael and I spend some time glowing about Jrue’s transformation. Then we talk what Mirotic brings to the table, which Pelican is likely to fall off, and what is Diallo, really? We also hit up the coming 4 games, and worry about how insane the Western Conference playoff race is. Want it on Itunes? Direct […]
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A Different Look at the Remaining Schedule, Part 2
Punchline: The Pelicans and Nuggets are the teams in the top-8 with the most potential to fall out of the playoffs. The New Orleans Pelicans have 21 games left to play, with one tonight against I hate the Mavericks. A few weeks ago, I looked at the schedule trying to identify the importance of games […]
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In the NO Pod Ep. 305: Davis on the Warpath
Michael and I break down the Pelicans’ 6 game winning streak. We dwell on Davis, Mirotic’s addition, and whether Jrue is properly paid for his production. Then we handicap the Western Conference playoff picture, giggle some more over Davis going nuts, and then cover the upcoming games and schedule. Including that awful 5 games in […]
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Reviewing Recent Transactions with A. Levy
A. Levy. is back this week after releasing his latest album. He is a local artist (information and a song follows) who is a passionate and informed Pelicans fan, and you can find him performing all over New Orleans, the South, and the world. Be sure to check out his information and music below. 42: […]