Milwaukee Bucks Thread 2009–2010 (part 2)

[I Heart Brewers]

Just got back from Sconi and was lucky enough to catch the game against Memphis. What impressed me about that win was that they had no business winning that game. They stole it. They made far too many mistakes and their defense wasn't great the entire game but in the end did just enough to win the game. I think that is a good sign this late in the season.

 

Last night's win was impressive though. To come back after getting beat by the Clips on national TV a week or so ago and kind of make a statement to them was nice to see, it hasn't been that way in a while. I love the intensity they play with and hope it keeps up in the playoffs.

[razzzorsharp]

45-9

 

That was the free throw advantage the Cavs had.

[Buckylovesbeer]

The end of that game is why I hate the NBA.....Bogut gets a bogus foul called blocking Lebron (yep....it was clean) then the Cavs come back and win. Not right

[Gobias Industries]

Bogues missed a wide open bunny that would have made a huge difference in the game. I love the guy, but finishing in traffic is the biggest leak in his game. You have to dunk it there.

[davego]

Yea, if Bogut finishes there...the Cavs tried to give the game away @ the FT line.

[owbc]

Did anyone just see Andrew Bogut's injury?

 

That one is up there with Geoff Jenkins' ankle.

 

I just hope he's back for the 2010-2011 season.

[gobrew23]

Wow... I can't believe that just happened. That looked terrible. I pray that was a disclocation, but I'm pretty sure that it's broken.

 

Unfortunately, there probably goes the Bucks chances at a first-round upset in the playoffs. I hope Bogut is alright, and it won't be anything long term. Wow.

[thunderbat30]

Did anyone just see Andrew Bogut's injury?

 

That one is up there with Geoff Jenkins' ankle.

 

I just hope he's back for the 2010-2011 season.

 

I saw it -- I sure hope he is fine. Stating the obvious but the Bucks are a completely different team without Bogut.

[amt2138]

Per Gery Woelfel: No broken bones but a "slight" dislocation.

[gobrew23]

Per Gery Woelfel: No broken bones but a "slight" dislocation.

Also heard there is some concern about his wrist, and that there will be further testing.

 

Well, I guess that is relatively good news on what looked to be much worse. But, I would be very surprised if Bogut was able to make a return this year.

 

 

[Buckylovesbeer]

This situation sucks......I am really bummed about the big Aussie.

[milwaukeesportsfan]

I too would be shocked if he returned this year. That was Ugly. Winning tonight would at least help make the situation less sucky. Go Bucks!

[WisconsinSportsRule]

This is such devastating news. I was irrate after it happened, but I really hope he can return to form next year.

 

So deflating.

[crewcrazy]

Warning: the video is not for the squeamish.

 

[carniesandrubes]

He won't return, but I'm thinking the Bucks are going to go with the "there is a chance he could return" line to sell playoff tickets. Nobody will want to pay to watch them get swept.

[trwi7]

The Bucks just called WSSP and totally shot down Woelfel's report.

[ttsather]

Weird parallels to Brian Butch's injury going into college postseason play a couple year's ago. 'Deflating' is the right word.

[trwi7]

Bogut out for the season. Dislocated elbow, sprained wrist and broken hand.

[Invader3K]

That sucks. I saw this last night on WTMJ's sports report, and they blurred out the injury. At least he only broke his hand and not his elbow or something. Too bad they won't have him for the playoffs, though.

[packfan79]

Tough to swallow after a great season but without Bogut the Bucks are mediocre at best. It's too bad because they could have potentially stolen a first round series and gotten their feet wet a little bit in the playoffs.

[Mr QL]

Words cant even comprehend. Going from the high of buying my playoff tickets to a few hours later seeing Bogut and with him our whole season go down the drain. Gery Woelfel should just disappear of the face of the planet for giving me a sliver of hope only for me to be awakened by a text this morning to the cold reality saying "Bogut out for season. Dislocated elbow, sprained wrist, and broken hand."

 

He's out for the year 99.9% I would assume. Maybe I can hold my breath and hope for a miracle if he doesn't need surgery and he could come back with some sort of robo arm for the playoffs but that's not realistic.

 

The only positive I can even squeeze from this is that at least it wasn't his back.

 

I think I'm going to go cry now.

[davego]

Dang, Dang, Dang!!!

[DuWayne Steurer]

This stinks. This year's Bucks had somewhat rekindled my interest in the franchise, and I was somewhat hopeful for a possible playoff run. I can't see them getting past the Hawks or Celts without Bogut though.

[Diskono]

One of Brian Butch's Bakersfield teammates said on twitter that he (Butch) is getting called up. Didn't know what team. Bucks would have to wait until Darnell Jackson's contract is up, which I think is tomorrow.

 

Don't know if Butch is a good fit...he can score, but I think the Bucks miss Bogut's defense most when he's out. That's probably why we always seem to hang around even when Bogut has an "off" night. Wisconsin ties aside, Greg Stiemsma would be great IMO...he's not a replacement by any means, but he looks like the type of dominant defensive backup center that good teams always have. And...3.6 blocks per game!

[Mr QL]

If they got Butch and actually played him, it'd be because they're trying to get some offense out of the 5 spot. I'd rather see him suck than Primoz Brezec I guess.

 

I'd go totally small and play Ersan at center and just run run run.