[SASS/SAC] Opening Night Discussion thread

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

Why is Atkinson starting? What's wrong with Powell?

 

[VF21]

They haven't said.

 

[VF21]

Sweet jumper from outside by Atkinson and then the steal and NICE three by Lawson. This team looks quick, they look athletic and they look like they're already mid-way through the season.

 

[VF21]

And my girl Brunson looks incredibly fit!

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

Wow; that screen was ridiculous...

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

Run for it, VF!

 

[VF21]

Um, what? Sorry, I was in the kitchen getting some iced tea.

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

HT is on the sideline for the Monarchs, too!

 

[VF21]

Kox just said Nicole Powell only got into town about 72 hours ago from Russia. That could be why she didn't start tonight...

 

[VF21]

I didn't realize Erin was on the SASS. I always liked her tenacity, but that knee brace is sure ugly looking, isn't it?

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

I like Franklin's energy but, damn, she seems a little chaotic to start the game off.

 

[VF21]

Nice to see the refs give the same treatment to the SS they give to the men.

 

[VF21]

And Ron-Ron is now at the announcer's table in a very bright purple shirt with a purple tie. I guess he's going to help call the second quarter for the Ms. I like that.

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

Penicheiro needs to be back on the floor; Franklin's a little too out of control right now, and nobody else seems to be able to handle the ball.

 

[VF21]

One thing I respect about Ron Artest - he isn't just talking the talk. He's really a fan of the Monarchs and the women's game in general.

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

Harper's not doing a good job with those screens up high right now, bring in a veteran post, please.

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

Sophia Young appears to have a low center of gravity...

That's the polite way to put that, right?

 

[VF21]

Yes, much better than what Artest said about Franklin.



I'm seeing a lot of potential with the Monarchs. Ticha looks good and I think she and Kara are gonna kick it up another notch without Yo out there.

 

[VF21]

what broadcast are you watching?

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

News 10, via NBA TV.

 

[VF21]

Oh excellent. So I don't have to relay the stuff Koz and Krista are saying.

 

[VF21]

Not sure I'm too happy with some of the substitutions. I don't ever like to see three rookies on the court at the end of a half. Just seems to invigorate the other team...

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

I was just getting ready to say the same thing. I mean, seriously, why do we have three rookies on the court in a game this close?

EDIT - Eh, Kim Smith is only nominally an upgrade over Allen, but at least she knows the offense...

 

[VF21]

Now that's good basketball, I don't care who you are.

 

[VF21]

NICE end to the first half. And welcome to the WNBA, Ms. Harper.

Whoooo!!!

 

[VF21]

Hey sailor? Got chat?

 

[Mr. S£im Citrus]

Always... I'm Tigger sometimes, though.

 

[1kingzfan]

A very encouraging first half against a top western team.

Harper's going to be a good one.

 

[VF21]

I'm back... in case anyone missed me.

 

[VF21]

I'm liking Harper's defense and hustle.