Spurs notebook: NBA investigating Game 1 ring-of-fire fiasco
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League Investigating Hornets’ Fiery Gimmicks
Published 5/6/2008 by Marcel Mutoni at SLAM Online
The NBA is looking into the incident that delayed Game 1 of the Spurs/Hornets series, and New Orleans could end up facing a fine. ...
NBA still investigating Game 1 'Super Hugo' fiasco
Published 5/6/2008 at Ball Don't Lie
An NBA spokesperson said Monday that the league continues to investigate the Johnny Cash ring-of-fire incident that delayed Saturday's Game 1 contest between the Spurs and Hornets for 20 minutes. Did Chris Paul switch the fire extinguishers before tip? Can Peja Stojakovic control flames with his mind? Why won't the Hornets' mascot talk? We need to get "Bobby Covert" on this mystery ASAP!
Hornets-Spurs Game 2 Aftermath: Tuesday news wrap
Published 5/6/2008 at Hornets247.com Blog
... Tony Parker. He made all five of his shots in the first three quarters. Peterson's lone 3-pointer was exquisitely timed, swinging the momentum in the third period. That shot, with 10:20 left in the quarter, put the Hornets on top by seven. After the Spurs scored on three-straight possessions, he nailed another 20-footer. Seems almost every question from the media is a stupid question if you're Gregg Popovich (just ask Alejandro!). Gotta love this though: Here's an exchange he had with a reporter at shoot around yesterday... Reporter: ...
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Done in Dallas: more thoughts on the Mavs’ hasty elimination
jcb6386 posted 4/30/2008 from mvn.com
Recapping the Dallas Mavericks' season-ending loss to the New Orleans Hornets.The Hornets beat the Mavericks; win series 4-1
Ball Don't Lie found this 4/30/2008 on www.hornets247.com
There it is. The Hornets just got done putting the finishing touches on the Mavs in Game 5. It was a series some picked the Hornets to win, but never this easily and never this fast. It's the first time the Hornets have advanced to the second round ...Play On, Haters: Hornets Advance Over Dallas
Hornets247.com Blog found this 4/30/2008 on sports.aol.com
There's a slew of "new" versus "old" changing of the guard notions buried within the New Orleans Hornets -- Dallas Mavericks series that just ended. The one time perennial contender Maverick team is on the verge of being blown up and something -- ...Old School, New School: San Antonio Spurs vs. New Orleans Hornets Playoff Preview
MrThell posted 5/3/2008 from www.emptythebench.com
San Antonio and New Orleans may have finished the regular season with identical records and split the season series, but every year the Spurs prove that the NBA’s second season is a different animal.David West Dominates as Hornets Throttle Spurs, 101-82
David Friedman posted 5/4/2008 from 20secondtimeout.blogspot.com
David West scored a playoff career-high 30 points on 13-23 field goal shooting as the New Orleans Hornets beat the San Antonio Spurs 101-82. Chris Paul struggled with his shot for most of the game but he finished with 17 points on 7-16 shooting in addition to having 13 assists, though a careful review of the tape calls into serious question the scorekeeping practices in New Orleans.Hornets Tell It Like It Is, Spurs Fall to Pieces [Nba Closer]
SPORTSbyBROOKS found this 5/4/2008 on deadspin.com
I immediately regret that headline. Anyway, New Orleans opened their series against San Antonio in style with an ass kicking of impressive proportions. The Spurs held a four point lead after the first quarter, but once the mascot lit the floor on ...Spurs Stung Twice in the Hornets' Nest
Cuzoogle found this 5/6/2008 on myespn.go.com
In the end, the defending champions lost twice, badly, against the team that everybody thought was not yet ready for prime time. The San Antonio Spurs are a devastatingly good team. And they are still trying to figure out how to crack the the code ...To Be The Man You Gotta’ Beat The Man
Cuzoogle found this 5/6/2008 on hoopsaddict.com
Back in the 1980s professional wrestler Ric Flair became famous for his trademark saying, “To be the man you gotta’ beat the man.” In a brilliant sense of irony, the New Orleans Hornets have been blasting Ric Flair’s trademark “Wooo” ...Hornets Signify Changing of NBA Guard?
FanIQ Blog found this 5/6/2008 on larrybrownsports.com
Despite their excellent regular season, the Hornets were a popular pick to bust in the playoffs. Lots of experts had the Mavericks beating them in the playoffs, figuring experience would be a huge factor. Though I had New Orleans winning their ...Spurs Failing The "Hornet Challenge"
sportstsar posted 5/9/2008 from sportstsar.com
The New Orleans Hornets are giving the San Antonio Spurs open looks, but they're not knocking them down. It's playing out just like a video game...The Hornets play in New Orleans now?
wcbias posted 5/9/2008 from www.wcbias.com
How in the world are the defending NBA champions down 2-0 to the New Orleans Hornets? (Heck, there are a lot of writers and headline writers who still haven't realized the Hornets have moved from Charlotte!) Same reason the Boston Celtics went seven games against the lowly Atlanta Hawks, I guess. Home-court advantage has been huge in the playoffs this year, especially with all of the parity ...The Floor Is on Fire in NOLA
Brahsome - Care To Get Nice? found this 5/4/2008 on sports.aol.com
Bruce Bowen was hot during the first half of the Hornets -- Spurs Round 2 opener, but the floor was hotter. After Hugo the Hornet jumped through the ... Ring of Fire . The only problem was the the dreaded Ring did not ever extinguish itself, forcing ...Hugo Didn’t Start the Fire…
Busted Coverage: Booze, Ladies And Football found this 5/4/2008 on brahsome.com
The floor at the Hornets and Spurs game caught fire last night . And then TNT ran “We Didn’t Start the Fire” on the highlight package. Everything was superb. Hornets won too. Although that might be awkward for different reasons. ...A Team So Hot, Even Their Mascot Was On Fire
Pounding The Rock: Front Page Posts found this 5/5/2008 on www.spursdynasty.com
Second Round Game 1 @ New Orleans: Hornets 101, Spurs 82 This post should’ve been written a few days ago, but as always life intervenes, so I apologize. I spent Saturday night at a soccer game, watching the San Jose Earthquakes battle FC Dallas in ...2nd & Short: Mascot's fiery jump leaves huge mess
Posted 5/5/2008 on Posted Sports : Basketball
Theatre of the Absurd Hornets stunt goes up in smoke Game 1 against the New Orleans Hornets and the San Antonio Spurs went a little longer than expected after the game was delayed nearly 20 minutes between the first and second quarter. The delay came after the Hornets' mascot, SuperHugo , performed a stunt where he jumped off a trampoline, through a ring of fire, and slam dunked a ...Game Day Open Thread: Game 3 - Hornets @ Spurs
Posted 5/9/2008 on Hornets247.com Blog
Game 3 of Hornets-Spurs takes place in San Antonio this evening. Our Hornets took the first two games of the series in New Orleans, leaving the defending champs desperately in need of a win tonight. Essential info... Game Time: 8:30pm Central. TV: ESPN nationwide. Radio: KMEZ 102.9 FM in New Orleans and the super-fantastic WIBR 1300-AM in Baton Rouge. Linkage: Ryan Schwan: What to ...Look at CP’s Kicks Tonight
Posted 5/8/2008 on NBA Rumors - Trades - Free Agents - Basketball Olympics - Dime Magazine
Photo. Mannion If you catch Chris Paul’s kicks tonight, you’ll see the name “Brian” written on them to honor a fallen fan. Chris Paul, NBA playoffs, New Orleans HornetsHornets-Spurs Pointspread Pointers
Posted 5/8/2008 on Sports Handicapping
Divisional bragging rights will be on the line on Thursday when the New Orleans Hornets and the San Antonio Spurs meet at AT&T Center. NewBodog oddsmakers currently have the Spurs listed as 7-point favorites versus the Hornets, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Chris Paul went for 30 points and 12 assists as the Hornets rolled past the Spurs 102-84 to take a 2-0 ...The Basketball Diaries
Posted 5/6/2008 on Foul Balls
New Orleans Hornets 102 San Antonio Spurs 84 (Hornets lead 2-0) After the first game of this series, Spurs coach Greg Popovich wasn't very happy with his team's performance on defense against New Orleans' David West. So on Monday night he came up with a gameplan to help minimize West's contributions. The good news was that it worked, as West was held to 10 points on 2-of-11 shooting.All 4 Paul- Hornets 102 Spurs 84!!!
Posted 5/6/2008 on SidelineShow.com-SportsTalk Radio
The Hornets won game 1 going away with the play of David West and the career playoff low of Tim Duncan who only scored 5 points. The Spurs who are known for the big time come back had that set in thier minds as they took on the young Hornets. The Hornets who have been [...]Hornets Rout Spurs Again to Take 2-0 Series Lead
Posted 5/6/2008 on 20 Second Timeout
On ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown show, Chris Berman is fond of repeating the line, "Once is an accident, twice is a trend, three times is a problem." New Orleans has blown out San Antonio two games in a row, so the Spurs are one loss away from having a serious problem and two losses away from taking an early vacation. New Orleans' 102-84 victory on Monday night was a very impressive display of ...May 5: Hornets 102, Spurs 84
Posted 5/6/2008 on InsideHoops.com's Basketball Blog
The AP reports: Chris Paul had 30 points and 12 assists, leading the New Orleans Hornets to a 102-84 victory Monday night and a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven, second-round series. Peja Stojakovic made five 3-pointers and scored 25 points for the Hornets, who’ve won both games by wide margins in becoming the first team [...]The Hornets
Posted 5/6/2008 on BMac's Blog: The Rants of a Basketball Maven
I expected the Hornets to be in the play-offs this year, but I had no idea they would be this good (partially because they are never on television). As I watched the game tonight, I realized that nobody mentions Jeff Bower among those who deserve the Executive of the Year Award. Instead, Danny Ainge and Mitch Kupchak's names are mentioned. I see this as a problem with professional sports. WeHornets Chris Paul stings the Spurs
Posted 5/6/2008 on NBA Obsessed - NBA Basketball News
NBA Obsessed takes you into the hit and run game of NBA Basketball. Chris Paul with 2 of his 30 in game 2 Image details: San Antonio Spurs v New Orleans Hornets, Game 2 served by picapp.com David West had tortured the Spurs in game one of the series, so San Antonio made all the adjustments to stop David West. That did not stop the New Orleans Hornets. New Orleans 102, San ...David West taunts Fabricio Oberto
Posted 5/6/2008 on Odenized
Odenized video clip on YouTube | Download It's better than slapping Dirk Nowitzki 's face, but David West is playing with fire.Game Day Open Thread: Game 2 - Spurs @ Hornets
Posted 5/6/2008 on Hornets247.com Blog
Game 2 between the Hornets and Spurs gets underway at 8:30 CT this evening at the New Orleans Arena. The Hornets took Game 1 convincingly on Saturday and hope to put the defending champs on the ropes with another big win tonight. Stuff to know... Game Time: 8:30pm Central. TV: TNT nationwide. Radio: KMEZ 102.9 FM in New Orleans and the super-fantastic WIBR 1300-AM in Baton Rouge. ...NBA: Hornets' West is a great No. 2
Posted 5/5/2008 on Posted Sports : Basketball
Thanks to 30-point effort from power forward David West on Saturday night, the New Orleans Hornets own a 1-0 series lead in their Western Conference semi-final against San Antonio. West has assumed the role of unsung hero for New Orleans, playing Scottie Pippen to speedy point guard Chris Paul's Michael Jordan for most of the regular season and the playoffs. But his performance on Saturday ...How are the Hornets "Feeling" to You?
Posted 5/5/2008 on le basketbawl: The NBA Basketball Blog
I think it’s pretty clear that we operate on the “feel” test here at Le Basketbawl, so we’re wondering how everyone is “feeling” about the Hornets at this point? They have definitely put on quite the show this year and even though I wasn’t sure if they were for real, they continue to prove me wrong. I’m still not getting the “feeling” that they can win it all though. They almost ...Spurs-Hornets Preview
Posted 5/5/2008 on Sports Handicapping
The fans at New Orleans Arena will be treated to a playoff game between the San Antonio Spurs and the New Orleans Hornets when they take their seats on Monday. NewBodog oddsmakers currently have the Hornets listed as 2½-point favorites versus the Spurs, while the game's total has not yet been posted. The Hornets dominated the first half and defeated the Spurs 101-82 on Saturday ...May 3: Hornets 101, Spurs 82
Posted 5/4/2008 on InsideHoops.com's Basketball Blog
The AP reports: David West scored a career playoff-high 30 points to lead New Orleans to a 101-82 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series Saturday night. Chris Paul added 17 points, 13 assists and four steals for New Orleans, which trailed by as much as 11 in [...]Great Start But Long Way To Go For Hornets
Posted 5/4/2008 on CelticsBlog
A Daily Babble Production The New Orleans Hornets earned plenty of credit last night in the opening game of the Western Conference Semifinals. They thoroughly outplayed the defending champions from San Antonio, and they made it look pretty in doing so. David West and Peja Stojakovic couldn't seem to miss. Tyson Chandler ate up the boards. Chris Paul was the CP3 we have all come to know and ...NBA Playoff Triple Threat: Hornets & Pistons Defend Home Court In Blowout Fashion
Posted 5/4/2008 on FanIQ Blog
Every day during the NBA playoffs, the Triple Threat will break down the latest action as we get closer to awarding the Larry O'Brien Trophy. New Orleans 101 San Antonio 82 The Hornets caught fire in the 2nd half to pull away from the Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals. David West had a career playoff high 30 points as he dominated whoever the Spurs tried to cover him ...Spurs-Hornets Who Will Cover?
Posted 5/3/2008 on Sports Handicapping
The fans at New Orleans Arena will be treated to a game between the San Antonio Spurs and the New Orleans Hornets when they take their seats on Saturday. NewBodog oddsmakers currently have the Hornets listed as 3-point favorites versus the Spurs, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Tony Parker had 31 points and eight assists as the Spurs defeated the Phoenix Suns 92-87 ...Spurs vs Hornets Preview
Posted 5/2/2008 on ballerblogger.com
Few people expected the Hornets to make the playoffs this season, much less contend for the Western Conference’s #1 seed. But Chris Paul led the Hornets to a surprising 56-26 record and the 2nd seed. Paul and the Hornets made quick work of Jason Kidd and the Mavericks but face a different task altogether with the battle tested Spurs. I’ll take the Spurs in six. Keys ...Hornets look to steal game in San Antonio
Published 5/7/2008 on SportingNews.com NBA News and Exclusive Analysis
SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Chris Paul turned 23 on Tuesday. The New Orleans Hornets' talented point guard s...Hornets try to steal game in San Antonio (AP)
Published 5/7/2008 on Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Chris Paul turned 23 on Tuesday. The New Orleans Hornets' talented point guard said he had a low-key birthday, just hanging out with his teammates. The big surprise party might happen Thursday night, courtesy of Paul and his team if they can beat the ...Spurs down 0-2 for first time since 2001 (AP)
Published 5/6/2008 on Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Consecutive third-quarter breakdowns. Tough nights for their top players. And now, an 0-2 deficit to a young and athletic team. It's all happening to the San Antonio Spurs, the defending NBA champions. The Spurs, who came into this series ...Paul Powers Hornets to Another Easy Win over Spurs
Published 5/6/2008 on NBA.com: News
With razzle-dazzle dribbles and a driving floater that couldn't miss, Chris Paul had 30 points and 12 assists, leading the New Orleans Hornets to a 102-84 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night and a 2-0 lead in their second-round series.Paul helps Hornets go up 2-0 vs. Spurs (AP)
Published 5/6/2008 on Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Shutting down David West only gave the San Antonio Spurs front-row seats for the Chris Paul show. With razzle-dazzle dribbles and a driving floater that couldn't miss, Paul had 30 points and 12 assists, leading the New Orleans Hornets to a ...Hornets hope to repeat defense on Duncan
Published 5/5/2008 on SportingNews.com NBA News and Exclusive Analysis
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Tim Duncan was annoyed, muttering after losing a ball out of bounds, and later s...HORNETS FIRED UP OVER VICTORY
Published 5/4/2008 on NY Post: Sports
David West scored a career playoff-high 30 points to lead the Hornets to a 101-82 victory over the Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series last night in New Orleans. Chris Paul added 17 points and 13 assists for New Orleans, which...West scores 30 points to lead Hornets over Spurs in Game 1
Published 5/4/2008 on L.A. Times - Basketball
NEW ORLEANS -- David West scored a career playoff-high 30 points to lead the New Orleans Hornets to a 101-82 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of their Western Division semifinal playoff series Saturday night.NBA playoffs | Second-half run boosts Hornets
Published 5/4/2008 on The Seattle Times: Sports
David West scored a career playoff-high 30 points to lead the New Orleans Hornets to a 101-82 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game...West, Hornets Sting Spurs in Game 1
Published 5/4/2008 on NBA.com: News
David West scored a career playoff-high 30 points to lead the New Orleans Hornets to a 101-82 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series Saturday.West leads Hornets over Spurs 101-82 (AP)
Published 5/4/2008 on Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
David West scored a career playoff-high 30 points to lead the New Orleans Hornets to a 101-82 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series Saturday night. Chris Paul added 17 points, 13 assists and four ...Fire stunt delays Spurs-Hornets game
Published 5/4/2008 on SportingNews.com NBA News and Exclusive Analysis
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Trouble putting out a ring of fire used in a mascot stunt caused a 19-minute del...Hornets-Spurs -- Game 1 Live Blog
Published 5/4/2008 on NBA.com: News
The Western Conference Semifinals get underway in New Orleans Saturday night. Can the Hornets continue their postseason success, or is this the series when experience wins over youth? NBA.com's John Schuhmann is live blogging Game 1.Hornets Becoming Hottest Ticket in Town
Published 5/3/2008 on NBA.com: News
When the New Orleans Arena box office opened for business Friday morning, there were 200 people waiting to purchase tickets for the first two games of the Hornets' second-round playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs that begins tonight.Hornets ready for series against playoff-tested Spurs
Published 5/3/2008 on SportingNews.com NBA News and Exclusive Analysis
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Tyson Chandler struggled with the idea that New Orleans could be favored in its ...Hornets ready for playoff-tested Spurs (AP)
Published 5/3/2008 on Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Tyson Chandler struggled with the idea that New Orleans could be favored in its second-round series against the defending champion San Antonio Spurs, even if the Hornets are the higher seed and have home-court advantage. "I don't know if many players ...Hornets putting the buzz back in New Orleans
Published 5/2/2008 on USATODAY.com NBA - Top Stories
When the New Orleans Hornets host the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals Saturday, the New Orleans ...SPORTS SHORTS
Published 4/30/2008 on NY Post: Sports
NBA: Hornets KO Mavs Chris Paul had 24 points, 15 assists and 11 rebounds, and the Hornets held on for a 99-94 victory over the Mavericks in New Orleans last night to win their first-round series in five games. * Tony Parker scored 31 points, Tim...Hornets 99, Mavericks 94: A Team on the Rise Dismisses Dallas
Published 4/30/2008 on NYT > Pro Basketball
The New Orleans Hornets never trailed as they eliminated the disintegrating Mavericks, who lost in the first round for the second straight year.Paul's Triple-Double Helps Hornets Oust Mavericks
Published 4/30/2008 on NBA.com: News
Chris Paul had 24 points, 15 assists and 11 rebounds, and the New Orleans Hornets held on for a 99-94 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night to win their first-round series in five games.
