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**speedythief** · 03-17-2007, 04:04 PM

Game #67, 18 March 2007
Toronto Raptors [36-30] @ New York Knicks [29-36]
12:00 PM EST, TSN, Fan590.com
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY

The New York Knicks squandered their first chance at gaining ground on the Atlantic
Division-leading Toronto Raptors, dropping 104-94 decision on Wednesday at the Air
Canada Centre. Then they missed another chance, losing to the Oklahoma City Hornets
while the Raptors dropped one to the Houston Rockets. While the Sunday afternoon
affair between the Raps and Knicks won't be the swan song for the boys from MSG,
another loss to the Raptors would likely make the gap between the two rival teams
impassible. TJ Ford had 18 assists and 18 points to lead the Raptors to victory the
last time these teams met, with Chris Bosh, Jorge Garbajosa, and Andrea Bargnani
frustrating the Knicks front line and combining for 60 points. Stephon Marbury
displayed the dynamic scoring ability that made him a star in the NBA in that game,
scoring 31 points on better than 50% shooting and adding 9 assists. Tempestuous
guard Steve Francis, like Jalen Rose before him, is on the verge of being bought
out in the summer, and his seven-turnover performance against the Raptors was a
microcosm of his Knicks tenure to date. Francis shouldered the blame for the loss
in their last contest and will no doubt be looking to redeem himself in front of
the notoriously harsh New York fans. The Knicks sit at one-half game behind the
(tied for) seventh-place New Jersey Nets and Orlando Magic. Despite a lackluster
season the playoffs are in reach--if only they can string together consistent
performances. The Raptors are likely to be without injured guards Anthony Parker
and Jose Calderon, both nursing ankle sprains, while New York may play without
David Lee and Quinton Richardson. Tip-off is at noon on TSN and the Fan590.com.

TJ Ford · 03-17-2007, 04:11 PM

Let's hope we give a strong showing tomorrow. A win would be huge.
Let's try to keep the NY guards as well as Curry under control.

Enjoy the game everyone!

dirtybird · 03-17-2007, 04:36 PM

Any news on Parker or Calderon? I would like at least Parker to be able to play, but it's important to remember that we have a nice cushion and a relatively nice schedule the rest of the way.

ABargnani · 03-17-2007, 06:16 PM

^ Haven't heard/read anything yet. Hope they're doing alright.
Welcome to the boards btw.

**madman** · 03-17-2007, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dirtybird

Any news on Parker or Calderon? I would like at least Parker to be able to play, but it's important to remember that we have a nice cushion and a relatively nice schedule the rest of the way.

I think parker said he is probable for the game not sure about caldeon tho

Dee-Zy · 03-17-2007, 11:49 PM

yeah, in the interview yesterday he said he should be good for sunday. No garante, but if everything goes well he should be back. No idea for calderon.

You know what is ironic? I kind of want the Knicks to win because if they do, they kick the Nets out of a playoff spot. :P

I still want the raps to win, cuz I want to get the 3rd seed though :P

MVP_23 · 03-18-2007, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Dee-Zy

yeah, in the interview yesterday he said he should be good for sunday. No garante, but if everything goes well he should be back. No idea for calderon.

You know what is ironic? I kind of want the Knicks to win because if they do, they kick the Nets out of a playoff spot. :P

I still want the raps to win, cuz I want to get the 3rd seed though :P

What kind of Raptors fan are you? Go to the knicks board dont you ever come back here.

RC06 · 03-18-2007, 09:12 AM

Wow, what an early start time, this should be a good game. And yeah, Parker is going to start this afternoon.

AllEyezonTX · 03-18-2007, 09:55 AM

Nate gave alittle xtra after that lay-up....

Dee-Zy · 03-18-2007, 09:56 AM

GRAHAM MUH****A!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He came today to plaaaaaaaay!!!!!!!!!!!

He is THE best player on the floor right now, playing with a lot of intensity, rebounding like his life depends on it. Cutting to the basket, daaaaamn! I hope he continues this play.

AllEyezonTX · 03-18-2007, 09:58 AM

who falls for a nate robinson 3pt att.?

Dee-Zy · 03-18-2007, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by MVP_23

What kind of Raptors fan are you? Go to the knicks board dont you ever come back here.

I hope that was sarcasm kid.

streetballa · 03-18-2007, 10:03 AM

Bosh is really starting to frustrate me, he is always settling for a contested shot when he should be trying to score points in the paint.

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