2016 Eastern Conference Playoffs - 2nd Round Discussion Thread

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Out of curiosity, why do the Raptors have the All-Star logo on their jerseys?

I mean I get that they hosted it but it's the Playoffs now?

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Re: 2016 Eastern Conference Playoffs - 2nd Round Discussion Thread

Out of curiosity, why do the Raptors have the All-Star logo on their jerseys?

I mean I get that they hosted it but it's the Playoffs now?

I mentioned that at the beginning of the playoffs. It makes no sense

[SPTO]

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Out of curiosity, why do the Raptors have the All-Star logo on their jerseys?

I mean I get that they hosted it but it's the Playoffs now?

I mentioned that at the beginning of the playoffs. It makes no sense

It's been part of their uniform set all season long. It'd be a headache to make a whole new set of uniforms without the logo. It doesn't make sense but oh well.

Although I wonder if it's a trial balloon to make the CN Tower a secondary/third logo in the future.

[ojandpizza]

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It's been part of their uniform set all season long. It'd be a headache to make a whole new set of uniforms without the logo. It doesn't make sense but oh well.

Although I wonder if it's a trial balloon to make the CN Tower a secondary/third logo in the future.

Why would it be a headache.. I thought players wore a new jersey for every game anyways.

[King_B_Mack]

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Why would it be a headache.. I thought players wore a new jersey for every game anyways.

Nah bruh lol. They wash those things. Part of the equipment guys' job.

[z Revis]

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Yeah they're just wearing the same uniform they started the season with. It's not like these guys get brand new uniforms every game or something.

At least I don't think they do, kind of would be interesting to find out how that works. But I remember hearing back in the day when Arenas used to throw his jersey in the crowd after every game the Wizards started charging him for it.

[King_B_Mack]

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Yeah I think they have a few made for the year and they just wash them after every game. Pretty sure I remember seeing a behind the scenes type show for the NHL and that's how they did they're jerseys, so I assume it's pretty much the same with the NBA


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[VDusen04]

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Yeah they're just wearing the same uniform they started the season with. It's not like these guys get brand new uniforms every game or something.

At least I don't think they do, kind of would be interesting to find out how that works. But I remember hearing back in the day when Arenas used to throw his jersey in the crowd after every game the Wizards started charging him for it.

Yeah I think they have a few made for the year and they just wash them after every game. Pretty sure I remember seeing a behind the scenes type show for the NHL and that's how they did they're jerseys, so I assume it's pretty much the same with the NBA

That's the gist I've gathered as well over the years. I think most teams generally travel on the road with two jerseys for each player (in event one is bloodied or otherwise compromised).

I've read many teams also carry blank jerseys in all sizes on the road as well in case one needs to be created on the spot (signing, trade, etc.).

Though, all this would draw into question how guys like Gilbert Arenas operated, since he appeared to give away his jersey after each game. I'm guess teams can be flexible on that front.

Shoes are a different story. I believe most rotation players go through a pair of shoes every one or two games. There's some nice behind the scenes videos online that cover that aspect. Equipment managers make good use of shoe vices and orthodics each day to get a new pair nice and ready.

That said, there's still some guys, like Joel Anthony, who can go through the season wearing just three pair. It was kind of interesting to hear about the reasoning behind each player's shoe choices. Some go for style, others never want to ditch old models, and some are always searching for an answer to their foot dimensions (Andre Drummond).

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[tonybologna]

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I'm picking the Heat to win game #7. I'll say the score will be 102-100. Wade will break the Raptors heart with a game winner is my prediction. I don't think it matter who advances myself. The Cavs will role into the finals against either one of these teams. However, I think the Heat has the better shot at upsetting the Cavs.

[bigeastbumrush]

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Go Raptors.

Only because I won't be able to stomach all the Heat/Cavs nonsense that will occur.

Brian Windsdork will go thru all types of conniptions.

[ProfessaPackMan]

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Yeah they're just wearing the same uniform they started the season with. It's not like these guys get brand new uniforms every game or something.

At least I don't think they do, kind of would be interesting to find out how that works. But I remember hearing back in the day when Arenas used to throw his jersey in the crowd after every game the Wizards started charging him for it.

Fines were like a drop in a bucket for Gil considering what he was making, lol

[Vni]

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Heat's gonna win this. At least it will give some interest to the ECF.

[SPTO]

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Being biased as I am i'm predicting the Raptors to win this. They need to come out of the gate white hot like they did in Game 5 if they have any hope to come away with the W. One thing I will predict though, Dragic is not going to be able to penetrate to the basket in order to get his rhythm shooting going like he did last game.

I just hope we don't get any unnecessary drama with the refs as I think the Toronto crowd will go ape over any perceived or real slight from them. Either way, this has been a successful season for the Raptors and they've played with a lot of heart. The DeRozan situation with his level at play for most of the playoffs leaves Masai Ujiri in a bind because I think rationally speaking DeRozan is not a max player but he's going to get paid no matter what happens.

Here's hoping I won't be sullen after the game but either way whoever wins will have definitely earned this trip to the ECF.

[areobee401]

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Raptors better start fast right out the gate today before anxiety sets in at Air Canada Center. I can see the life being sucked out of that place quick of the Heat get up big early.

[cima]

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Heat will probably win. I can't bet against Old Man Wade


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