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Post by riccyfuller93 on Jan 15, 2016 9:46:59 GMT
For charity or something...
Point Guard - Arnautovic
Shooting Guard - Cameron
Small Forward - Butland
Power Forward - Shawcross
Centre - Crouch
I think we'd do alright!
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Post by stokeysi on Jan 15, 2016 10:00:43 GMT
They struggle enough to play football
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Post by kentpotter on Jan 15, 2016 10:09:42 GMT
How weird this thread should appear? Jack Butland was at the Orlando v Toronto NBA game at the O2 last night, was interviewed, seemed to know his basketball, then moaned that the game was going into overtime and he had to get home for training today!!!
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Post by riccyfuller93 on Jan 15, 2016 10:17:37 GMT
How weird this thread should appear? Jack Butland was at the Orlando v Toronto NBA game at the O2 last night, was interviewed, seemed to know his basketball, then moaned that the game was going into overtime and he had to get home for training today!!! Really? Haha didn't even know that. |
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Post by baltipiesmuggler on Jan 15, 2016 10:20:23 GMT
I've got no idea what you're on about.
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Post by slother on Jan 15, 2016 15:53:56 GMT
I've got no idea what you're on about. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using proboards Something to do with wicker I believe, old chum. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2016 20:11:32 GMT
How weird this thread should appear? Jack Butland was at the Orlando v Toronto NBA game at the O2 last night, was interviewed, seemed to know his basketball, then moaned that the game was going into overtime and he had to get home for training today!!! Why the fuck wasnt he on the court playing short forward?? |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2016 20:23:51 GMT
I've got no idea what you're on about. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using proboards Me neither. I also have no idea why someone would sit there thinking... "I've got a good idea about what to start a thread about,I'll ask a load of Stoke fans about which players would play what positions in a wank American sport that nobody gives a flying fuck about". One of the strangest thread subjects since thread subjects began way back in the 90's. |
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Post by corky on Jan 15, 2016 23:28:11 GMT
It's one of the few sports (along with curling and dressage) that I simply have no interest in. Very tall men throwing a bouncy ball into a small basket and they aren't allowed to tackle! What is the point of a sport where you pretty much needn't bother if you're under 6'9? Robert Ludlow (I think that was his name) was so badly handicapped he found it difficult to walk never mind run and jump but he still got signed up for one of the top teams. Why? Because he was nearly 9 ft tall; in fact the tallest man that ever lived. Says it all really.
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Post by djduncanjames on Jan 15, 2016 23:34:16 GMT
It's one of the few sports (along with curling and dressage) that I simply have no interest in. Very tall men throwing a bouncy ball into a small basket and they aren't allowed to tackle! What is the point of a sport where you pretty much needn't bother if you're under 6'9? Robert Ludlow (I think that was his name) was so badly handicapped he found it difficult to walk never mind run and jump but he still got signed up for one of the top teams. Why? Because he was nearly 9 ft tall; in fact the tallest man that ever lived. Says it all really. This guy? |
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Post by Pugsley on Jan 15, 2016 23:35:09 GMT
Basketball is the biggest load of old toss going. We score, you score, we score, you......
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Post by usapotter on Jan 15, 2016 23:35:42 GMT
It's one of the few sports (along with curling and dressage) that I simply have no interest in. Very tall men throwing a bouncy ball into a small basket and they aren't allowed to tackle! What is the point of a sport where you pretty much needn't bother if you're under 6'9? Robert Ludlow (I think that was his name) was so badly handicapped he found it difficult to walk never mind run and jump but he still got signed up for one of the top teams. Why? Because he was nearly 9 ft tall; in fact the tallest man that ever lived. Says it all really. Tbh you have to be an incredible athlete much like football. Obviously it is important to be tall but many shorter people have succeeded playing in the NBA. One example is Nate Robinson who was 5'8" and played a very long career in the NBA, he even won a dunk contest at one point. I have time for it, because I think it reminds me at some point of football. Players need to be smart as well as physically fit. I think if you watch a few games here and there you'll be able to tell how much skill it actually takes to play basketball. Also look out for Steph Curry the man is magical. |
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Post by riccyfuller93 on Jan 16, 2016 1:31:33 GMT
It's one of the few sports (along with curling and dressage) that I simply have no interest in. Very tall men throwing a bouncy ball into a small basket and they aren't allowed to tackle! What is the point of a sport where you pretty much needn't bother if you're under 6'9? Robert Ludlow (I think that was his name) was so badly handicapped he found it difficult to walk never mind run and jump but he still got signed up for one of the top teams. Why? Because he was nearly 9 ft tall; in fact the tallest man that ever lived. Says it all really. Michael Jordan arguably the best Basketball player of all time was under 6'9. There's even a player at about 5'8 who is a decent player. I'm not American, but I do enjoy watching the sport, it's exciting and has some really incredible athletes. It's not always the case of "He's big so he is going to make it in Basketball" but fair enough, everyones entitled to their own opinion. |
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Post by riccyfuller93 on Jan 16, 2016 1:32:58 GMT
I've got no idea what you're on about. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using proboards Me neither. I also have no idea why someone would sit there thinking... "I've got a good idea about what to start a thread about,I'll ask a load of Stoke fans about which players would play what positions in a wank American sport that nobody gives a flying fuck about". One of the strangest thread subjects since thread subjects began way back in the 90's. What can I say, I'm a strange guy. |
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Post by StoKeith on Jan 16, 2016 1:54:19 GMT
Basketball is the biggest load of old toss going. We score, you score, we score, you...... To be fair, I used to think the same until I lived in LA for a bit and got into the sport. The fact that both teams score fairly regularly means "stops" become just as important as scoring. Teams build up momentum and can go on a run and have it all fall apart by a tactical switch. I agree with other comments on this thread that it is dominated by freakishly tall people, which ultimately means that if you're normal height then you'd better be massively talented or you won't get anywhere near professional. The average height is 6ft 6in (although the shortest player ever to play in the NBA was 5ft 3in - Muggsy Bogues). |
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Post by Mint Berry Barks on Jan 16, 2016 2:06:27 GMT
Basketball is the biggest load of old toss going. We score, you score, we score, you...... Honestly Pugs, it's not at all mate. Playoff basketball is one of the most incredible sporting events to watch. Especially this year when the Pistons finally get back into the picture.. Hopefully.. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2016 7:05:35 GMT
It's one of the few sports (along with curling and dressage) that I simply have no interest in. Very tall men throwing a bouncy ball into a small basket and they aren't allowed to tackle! What is the point of a sport where you pretty much needn't bother if you're under 6'9? Robert Ludlow (I think that was his name) was so badly handicapped he found it difficult to walk never mind run and jump but he still got signed up for one of the top teams. Why? Because he was nearly 9 ft tall; in fact the tallest man that ever lived. Says it all really. This guy? Just arrived in Smethwick to replace Rickie Lambert |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2016 7:40:15 GMT
Basketball is the biggest load of old toss going. We score, you score, we score, you...... Agreed. Whoever scores first wins. Wank. |
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Post by Bombus on Jan 16, 2016 7:47:15 GMT
I've got no idea what you're on about. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using proboards  |
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Post by stokiejoe on Jan 16, 2016 9:07:53 GMT
I've got no idea what you're on about. Sent from my HTC One_M8 using proboards It's easy to understand, just think netball for blokes but you can move and you don't have to wear a skirt. Oh you have to be 9 foot tall as well. See simple isn't it. |
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Post by corky on Jan 17, 2016 2:22:13 GMT
It's one of the few sports (along with curling and dressage) that I simply have no interest in. Very tall men throwing a bouncy ball into a small basket and they aren't allowed to tackle! What is the point of a sport where you pretty much needn't bother if you're under 6'9? Robert Ludlow (I think that was his name) was so badly handicapped he found it difficult to walk never mind run and jump but he still got signed up for one of the top teams. Why? Because he was nearly 9 ft tall; in fact the tallest man that ever lived. Says it all really. Tbh you have to be an incredible athlete much like football. Obviously it is important to be tall but many shorter people have succeeded playing in the NBA. One example is Nate Robinson who was 5'8" and played a very long career in the NBA, he even won a dunk contest at one point. I have time for it, because I think it reminds me at some point of football. Players need to be smart as well as physically fit. I think if you watch a few games here and there you'll be able to tell how much skill it actually takes to play basketball. Also look out for Steph Curry the man is magical. Yeah, yeah. I know, you have to be an athlete. I get that. it's just that it's extremely useful if you're a very tall athlete. I understand it's very difficult to throw a bouncy ball into a small basket but really, is that a skill any one should master? I knew someone who was very good at firing table-tennis balls out of their fanny. It took practice and dedication but it hardly merits an Olympic gold medal. |
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Post by njpotter on Jan 17, 2016 2:35:13 GMT
Tbh you have to be an incredible athlete much like football. Obviously it is important to be tall but many shorter people have succeeded playing in the NBA. One example is Nate Robinson who was 5'8" and played a very long career in the NBA, he even won a dunk contest at one point. I have time for it, because I think it reminds me at some point of football. Players need to be smart as well as physically fit. I think if you watch a few games here and there you'll be able to tell how much skill it actually takes to play basketball. Also look out for Steph Curry the man is magical. Yeah, yeah. I know, you have to be an athlete. I get that. it's just that it's extremely useful if you're a very tall athlete. I understand it's very difficult to throw a bouncy ball into a small basket but really, is that a skill any one should master? I knew someone who was very good at firing table-tennis balls out of their fanny. It took practice and dedication but it hardly merits an Olympic gold medal. By that logic why play any sports at all |
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Post by corky on Jan 17, 2016 3:14:50 GMT
No! By that logic anyone who's good at throwing failed novels (ie me)in the waste paper basket should win gold. There are some things (like footy or running really fast) that deserve respect and then there are 'pursuits' like measuring how long you can hold your breath or how fast you can eat 50 bananas, that should simply be respected for their 'better-than anyone-else-ness' but shouldn't be regaled as in some way 'important'. Throwing bouncy balls in hoops is admirable (because it's difficult) but so is hitting my Mother-in-Law with a snow ball right between the eyes just as she turns round fumbling with the front door key to check if I'm aiming . Not many would find 'hitting your Mother-in-Law with a snow ball' prime time TV although, to be honest, I reckon it would be far more entertaining then basketball.
Try to imagine winning Olympic gold in 'how-high-teenage-boys-can piss-up a-wall' and stuffing Arsenal 5-0.
Some sports are more worth playing than others.
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Post by WoodbineWright2@ on Jan 17, 2016 3:59:09 GMT
Or a darts team...
Jack 'the bullet' Butland
Marko 'the arrow' Arnautovic
Erik 'pistol' Pieters
Any advances ??
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Post by partickpotter on Jan 17, 2016 7:46:01 GMT
Just arrived in Smethwick to replace Rickie Lambert At left back... |
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Post by StoKeith on Jan 17, 2016 8:40:46 GMT
No! By that logic anyone who's good at throwing failed novels (ie me)in the waste paper basket should win gold. There are some things (like footy or running really fast) that deserve respect and then there are 'pursuits' like measuring how long you can hold your breath or how fast you can eat 50 bananas, that should simply be respected for their 'better-than anyone-else-ness' but shouldn't be regaled as in some way 'important'. Throwing bouncy balls in hoops is admirable (because it's difficult) but so is hitting my Mother-in-Law with a snow ball right between the eyes just as she turns round fumbling with the front door key to check if I'm aiming . Not many would find 'hitting your Mother-in-Law with a snow ball' prime time TV although, to be honest, I reckon it would be far more entertaining then basketball. Try to imagine winning Olympic gold in 'how-high-teenage-boys-can piss-up a-wall' and stuffing Arsenal 5-0. Some sports are more worth playing than others. I don't see how "kicking a bouncy ball between two sticks" is worthy of any more respect than "throwing a bouncy ball through a hoop". |
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Post by corky on Jan 17, 2016 11:31:21 GMT
No! By that logic anyone who's good at throwing failed novels (ie me)in the waste paper basket should win gold. There are some things (like footy or running really fast) that deserve respect and then there are 'pursuits' like measuring how long you can hold your breath or how fast you can eat 50 bananas, that should simply be respected for their 'better-than anyone-else-ness' but shouldn't be regaled as in some way 'important'. Throwing bouncy balls in hoops is admirable (because it's difficult) but so is hitting my Mother-in-Law with a snow ball right between the eyes just as she turns round fumbling with the front door key to check if I'm aiming . Not many would find 'hitting your Mother-in-Law with a snow ball' prime time TV although, to be honest, I reckon it would be far more entertaining then basketball. Try to imagine winning Olympic gold in 'how-high-teenage-boys-can piss-up a-wall' and stuffing Arsenal 5-0. Some sports are more worth playing than others. I don't see how "kicking a bouncy ball between two sticks" is worthy of any more respect than "throwing a bouncy ball through a hoop". Well, I just think a sport that relies so heavily on a genetic predisposition for being freakishly tall is not one to get excited about. By the way, are you actually suggesting that basketball is as good as footy? |
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Post by StoKeith on Jan 17, 2016 11:56:16 GMT
I don't see how "kicking a bouncy ball between two sticks" is worthy of any more respect than "throwing a bouncy ball through a hoop". Well, I just think a sport that relies so heavily on a genetic predisposition for being freakishly tall is not one to get excited about. By the way, are you actually suggesting that basketball is as good as footy? I didn't say I thought that, I was just pointing out the silliness of an argument that can be thrown at any sport. Basketball is actually a fantastic sport although footy will always be my favourite. I do agree that it is by design less accessible than footy given that unless you are immensely talented, you need to be freakishly tall to become professional. Crouchy is about average height in the NBA. |
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Post by riccyfuller93 on Jan 17, 2016 12:23:04 GMT
I don't see how "kicking a bouncy ball between two sticks" is worthy of any more respect than "throwing a bouncy ball through a hoop". Well, I just think a sport that relies so heavily on a genetic predisposition for being freakishly tall is not one to get excited about. By the way, are you actually suggesting that basketball is as good as footy? There's positions that suit height in Basketball mate and it's not just about throwing the ball in the basket. Just like in football heights can suit a position, being tall is an advantage if you're skilled. |
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Post by njpotter on Jan 17, 2016 15:46:13 GMT
No! By that logic anyone who's good at throwing failed novels (ie me)in the waste paper basket should win gold. There are some things (like footy or running really fast) that deserve respect and then there are 'pursuits' like measuring how long you can hold your breath or how fast you can eat 50 bananas, that should simply be respected for their 'better-than anyone-else-ness' but shouldn't be regaled as in some way 'important'. Throwing bouncy balls in hoops is admirable (because it's difficult) but so is hitting my Mother-in-Law with a snow ball right between the eyes just as she turns round fumbling with the front door key to check if I'm aiming . Not many would find 'hitting your Mother-in-Law with a snow ball' prime time TV although, to be honest, I reckon it would be far more entertaining then basketball. Try to imagine winning Olympic gold in 'how-high-teenage-boys-can piss-up a-wall' and stuffing Arsenal 5-0. Some sports are more worth playing than others. I get what you're saying but basketball is not the same thing as throwing snowballs, it's one of the most popular games in the world and is played by hundreds of millions of people across every continent on Earth. |
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