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April 16, 2007
WOW!! WOW!!! WOW!!!!
Two games left and the Warriors are in position to make the playoffs. Golden State controls their own destiny as they host Dallas on Tuesday 
before closing out the regular season on Wednesday in Portland. Please note the use of the “regular season” phrase, but before I start talking the “P” word, let us look at the final two games.
DALLAS
 The Warriors could possibly clinch a playoff berth on Tuesday night when they play the Mavericks. (Photo: Rocky Widner/NBAE/Getty) |
The Mavericks just beat the San Antonio Spurs to capture their 66th win behind Coach of the Year candidate Avery Johnson and MVP hopeful Dirk Nowitszki. How the Mavericks decide to play this game will be the most interesting side-bar of the whole affair. But if this game plays out anything like the last time these two teams met on March 12, ORACLE Arena will be rocking.
PORTLAND
This is a dangerous game because the Warriors cannot afford a letdown. However, this is a very focused Warriors team that has maintained a high level of intensity throughout this playoff push. In addition, Portland’s Zach Randolph is out for the season, which takes away their best scorer and low-post presence.
RADIO RADIO RADIO
Many thanks to those of you who have remained patient with us, despite the fact we have been on three different radio stations within the past week (KNBR 680, KNBR 1050 and 107.7 The Bone). As we like to say, just hit SCAN and you’ll find the broadcast. Or you can view the Warriors’ broadcast schedule by clicking here.
SELF PROMOTION
I recently had the chance to sit down with Oakland Tribune columnist Dave Newhouse to discuss my career. I've been lucky enough to have this incredible opportunity to broadcast NBA basketball games and make a living doing something I love. If the Warriors do end up making the playoffs, it would make things that much sweeter. To read the full article, click here.
HIGHLIGHTS
Check out some audio highlights from the past two games:
at Sacramento, 4/13 |
vs. Minnesota, 4/15 |
MAILBAG
Tim,
Do the players really understand how important reaching the playoffs is to us fans?
Christine, Sacramento
 Longtime Warrior Adonal Foyle understands how important making the playoffs is to the fans. (Photo: Rocky Widner/NBAE/Getty) |
During the Warriors’ current 14-5 run, I think the players have come to learn that the playoffs are really important to Warriors fans. Let’s listen here to Adonal Foyle and get his take.
Thanks Christine and ARCO Arena was full of Warriors fans on Friday night.
Hi Tim,
I’m wishing I could see more of the Warriors here in the UK, but I’ll settle for keeping up to date via the Web site. I would like to know your opinion on the Warriors’ ability to rebound, particularly defensively. It appears we can compete in most areas, but what about the rebounding? Also, can you explain what Adonal Foyle brings to the party? Given I don’t see much basketball over here, I would appreciate it if you could give me your opinion on these matters.
Thanks for keeping us foreigners informed on the Warriors’ progress. Keep up the good work.
Jason
Jason,
Defensive rebounding has improved and the Warriors’ small lineup is working better than I ever thought it would. The Warriors lead the league in steals and scoring off turnovers so that is one way they win, by getting the ball back. As for Foyle, right now his role is diminished because of the small lineup. He still is the back-up center and his defense and ability to block shots are valuable commodities.
Thanks for heading the Commonwealth's Warriors Nation. Take Care,
Tim
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