Live Thread: Cavs @ Knicks
2022-12-04Good evening CtB!
The Cavs have ventured to the banks of the Hudson River to take on the New York Knicks in the historic Madison Square Garden. The Cavs have a chance to really separate from the rest of the Eastern Conference with a win tonight, firmly establishing themselves as a top three team in the East. For the Knicks, they are in absolute disarray as it has been the case since the days of Carmelo Anthony and Amar’e Stoudemire. Beating the Cavs would give them a major boost of confidence, whereas a loss only mounts pressure on the organization for a shakeup.
Injury-wise, the Cavs have been dealt another blow with the prolonged absence of Dean Wade due to a shoulder injury. Mamadi Diakite will start in his place (DIAKITE AGENDA LET’S RIDE!). Jarrett Allen is not back yet either.
#Cavs will be starting Mamadi Diakite in place of injured Dean Wade who has been starting for injured Jarrett Allen, sources tell @clevelanddotcom
— Chris Fedor (@ChrisFedor) December 4, 2022
For the Knicks they’re healthy and all hands will be on deck. Interestingly, the Knicks have been a much better offensive team but terrible defensive team, atypical of a Coach Tom Thibodeau team. In the pre-game, Coach JB Bickerstaff talked about the need to rain threes against the Knicks’ defense because of their ability to pack the paint. Hopefully this means a big night for Cavs’ shooters!
Tip off is scheduled for 6:00PM Eastern time and will be broadcasted live on Bally Sports Ohio, Go Cavs!
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BW I DID A HUGE ” CLF “—–YEP SHE SHOULD HAVE READ THE “ADVANCED ” SCOUTING REPORTS :-)
cap up!
YEP EXPECTATIONS ARE A ” BITCH ” –JUST ASK THE MRS NOMAD WHAT HER EXPECTATIONS WERE BEFORE WE GOT MARRIED……………..ROAD GAMES I WOULD THINK SHOULDN’T AFFECT SPIDA THAT MUCH——-THAT IS WHERE RUBIO WILL HELP IMMENSLEY ALSO
Lol. Mrs. Nomad’s fault for not reading the scouting report before signing that long term contract.
But yeah, had the same thought. If Rubio returns in reasonable shape, that will go a long way in improving the road record.
“ELDER ” MOBES WITH A STRONG 1ST HALF…17/ 4 …….SAM ” MY MAN ” INACTIVE LIST TONIGHT
https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2022/12/05/kyrie-irving-nike-part-ways/
At least he’s got Kanye’s support.
https://twitter.com/chrisfedor/status/1599634103036391426?s=46&t=tBulEcRRy5L_H5wz89FhcQ
“ In 11 homes games — with 10 of those being wins — the Cavs are averaging 115.6 points on 49.3% from the field and 39.9% from 3-point range while outscoring opponents by an average of 12.3 points. On the road, they’re averaging just 107.7 points on 46% from the field and 35.8% from beyond the arc. To put those numbers in perspective, that’s essentially the difference between the Memphis Grizzlies — one of the NBA’s title contenders — and the woebegone, praying-for-Victor-Wembanyama Orlando Magic.”
“ Cleveland’s net rating at home is a dominant plus-12.3. On the road, it’s plus-1.3.”
I know it’s not uncommon for young teams but it’s still surprising. Don’t know what their record was last season but it never felt like much of a drop-off when they were away.
Injuries haven’t helped but they dealt with just as many last season. Maybe my memory is off though.
Last year they weren’t a dominant home court team (just 25-16), like they have been so far this year, but there was little drop-off when they went on the road (19-22), at least prior to the late season injuries.
Ah, that tracks. I think they had a good west coast trip early on last season, and that probably colored my memory. Everything just seemed rosier last season since it was such a surprise.
Expectations are a bitch!!! LMFAOOO
Lol. I’ll take it. Easy to just get greedy.
ANY WORD WHEN RICKY MIGHT BE BACK AND ALSO WINDLER ——-LEBRON WILL BE READY FOR TUES NIGHT GAME ——WE NEED ALLEN BACK QUICKLEY !!!
Last I heard he had participated in 3 on 3’s. The docs need to examine him to see if he’s ready for 5 on 5’s next. Then if his knee checks out after that, he should be ready shortly after. I’m guessing 2-4 weeks?! But that’s just a guess.
AM SO GLAD I THOUGHT THIS WAS A 7:30 START GAME —-WATCHED ” WHO DEY ” PULL OUT A NICE WIN —–YEAH CLF !!!——ALOT OF US POSTED —WE WERE OPTIMISTIC THE CAVS WITH THE PRESENT SCHEDULE COULD GO ON A NICE LITTLE STREAK// GET SOME POSSIBLE SEPARATION—–LITTLE NERVOUS AFTER TONIGHTS GAME—THE WAY THE LAKERS ARE PLAYING ETC AND MAN DO I WISH WE COULD HAVE SIGNED HARD ROCK !!!!!!
On to the next!.. AD has been on a tear and he just had 55 points against Wiz tonight. We really need Allen on Tuesday.
he had 44 the night before and now 55..
The road woes continue. I’m not gonna watch this one. Hopefully Allen is back on Tuesday.
Both teams having a laugh about what a sh!t game it was.
Cavs have tossed off 2-3 turds this season and this game is definitely one of them…
This ranks #1
Think this is a good call.
Lol. Thibs costing his team there.
Just stop traveling, Thibs…
That was a terrible Travel call. Good. Lord. And JB didn’t have a challenge.
Now we’ll see if these punks can play.
Kev old. Man ball
I hope last nights party was worth this turd game.
This is one of those games when the annoying and stupid ‘make or miss league’ cliché actually tells most of the story…
Great play love.
get em out, pathetic game, worst of the season so far
Sweet move by quickley
Cavs go boozing last night?
JB won’t take Garland off the floor, but he should. Ball hogging on offense and a traffic cone on D.