Clippers defeat Suns for 3-3 series tie
It's official... there will be another Game 7 between the Suns and a team from L.A. this year.
Phoenix beat the Lakers in Game 7 of the first round, and find themselves in a similar situation now against the Clippers. Game 6 didn't prove to be anywhere near exciting as Game 5's double-overtime Suns win, as the Clippers led most of the game and were too strong for the Suns to overcome in the end.
Leandro Barbosa was phenomenal, scoring almost at will, including 2 key 3-pointers late in the game. Shawn Marion was also spectacular, but it wasn't enough to get the win.
The Clippers bench played well, and Quinten Ross, who was inserted as a starter was key in their 118-106 victory.
The Suns didn't look themselves several times during the game... their apparent lack of energy was easily visible - jacking up 3-pointers like crazy, not rebounding, turning the ball over, etc. Let's hope they can get that energy back before the next game, which isn't until Monday in Phoenix.
Other series...
Mavs/Spurs... I wish Dallas would just finish off Duncan and the Spurs so everyone can shut up about how good they are. Granted, the've won a few titles, but one was with David Robinson and the others have been against teams not known for playing defense.
Cavs/Pistons... What the hell? Now I know Lebron James is the next Michael Jordan (there's no doubt), but taking his team to the Eastern Conference Finals in his first year (playoffs)?? This is crazy... The Pistons have completely fallen apart, no doubt in part because of Rasheed Wallace's stupid guaranteed win.
Heat/Nets... Heat advance to Eastern Finals w/ strong performances in the series by Wade, O'Neal and Antoine Walker (yes, I just said Antoine Walker...lol).