The Non-Footy Sports Discussion Thread

[andana]

Ryan could have had his first start if not injured.

 

[Nate7]

Dunno if it's been mentioned elsewhere but the Boomers squad was announced today and it's stacked with talent! Twinkletoes surely you would've barred up with excitement!

 

[Mav]

Dunno if it's been mentioned elsewhere but the Boomers squad was announced today and it's stacked with talent! Twinkletoes surely you would've barred up with excitement!

Strong squad. Mills and Ingles deserve a medal, they've put so much into Aussie basketball. Hopefully everyone is available and the games actually go ahead.

 

[Nate7]

Strong squad. Mills and Ingles deserve a medal, they've put so much into Aussie basketball. Hopefully everyone is available and the games actually go ahead.

Agreed. Even better who is in their pool apparently.

 

[Twinkletoes]

Dunno if it's been mentioned elsewhere but the Boomers squad was announced today and it's stacked with talent! Twinkletoes surely you would've barred up with excitement!

Very much so. It’s been interesting reading the Twitter comments on US sites naming the squad too.

There’s been a lot of “s**t, they’re bloody stacked!” type comments by US b’ball fans who had no idea most of those named from the NBA were Australians. Particular love given for a Simmons/Thybulle backcourt defensive combo in a zone defence.

Fingers crossed this is the year we medal finally!

 

[Nate7]

Tokyo 2020 Men's Olympic Basketball Tournament

The official website of the Tokyo 2020 Men's Olympic Basketball Tournament 2020. Competition schedule, results, stats, teams and players profile, news, games highlights, photos, videos and event guide.

www.fiba.basketball

Link showing the groups/pools

 

[TennisPlayerAndy]

Since when did Thybulle become Australian?

 

[Mav]

Since when did Thybulle become Australian?

Since he was 2

 

[DaveyBoy123]

Since when did Thybulle become Australian?

Couldn't we have named Mojave King with an asterisk, just in the off-chance that he does get Australian citizenship in the next couple of months!?

" King is a dual citizen of New Zealand and the United States but considers himself Australian. He intends to obtain Australian citizenship to fulfil his ambition to represent the Australian national team"

 

[Twinkletoes]

Couldn't we have named Mojave King with an asterisk, just in the off-chance that he does get Australian citizenship in the next couple of months!?

" King is a dual citizen of New Zealand and the United States but considers himself Australian. He intends to obtain Australian citizenship to fulfil his ambition to represent the Australian national team"

Have to have Bryce Cotton’s citizenship cleared for his selection first. Not sure what the holdup is TBH.

 

[The Other Dean]

Since when did Thybulle become Australian?

Family moved here when he was 2 and left again when he was 9.

I mean, c'mon, he's literally part of the furniture!

I'm probably bias on account of being a Sixers fan, but I rate Thybulle and I'm glad we've claimed him. Brilliant defensive player, particularly around the arc. Hasn't been shooting too well this season but the offensive side of his game has, generally speaking, been on the improve. Definitely adds something to the squad.

Damn good squad it is, too.....

.....if they all show up.

On a side note, I see a few days back Ingles passed Stockton's record as the Jazz player that has sunk the most 3's in the club's history. Onya, Slow Joe.

 

[King Corey]

Congratulations to Mitch Morton

Mitch Morton

Age

37

Ht

185cm

Wt

82kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

12.9

3star

K

7.7

3star

HB

5.2

4star

M

4.2

4star

T

2.5

4star

G

1.4

5star

No current season stats available

D

8.6

3star

K

5.4

2star

HB

3.2

3star

M

3.8

4star

T

0.6

3star

G

1.0

4star

for coming out of retirement to jump codes and get into the Boomers squad.

 

[koshari]

Family moved here when he was 2 and left again when he was 9.

I mean, c'mon, he's literally part of the furniture!

I'm probably bias on account of being a Sixers fan, but I rate Thybulle and I'm glad we've claimed him. Brilliant defensive player, particularly around the arc. Hasn't been shooting too well this season but the offensive side of his game has, generally speaking, been on the improve. Definitely adds something to the squad.

Damn good squad it is, too.....

.....if they all show up.

On a side note, I see a few days back Ingles passed Stockton's record as the Jazz player that has sunk the most 3's in the club's history. Onya, Slow Joe.

he is no Joe Bugner.

 

[AnEmptyChair]

Every year I watch 10 minutes of the Super Bowl (which includes about 2 minutes of actual play) and every year I'm reminded of how mind-numbingly boring American Football is. Until the next year when I forget how rubbish it is and think I'll give it a go again.

 

[The Nostradamus]

Every year I watch 10 minutes of the Super Bowl (which includes about 2 minutes of actual play) and every year I'm reminded of how mind-numbingly boring American Football is. Until the next year when I forget how rubbish it is and think I'll give it a go again.

thats the same with anyone that only watches the afl grand final each year to be fair

if you dont watch it every week you wont get much enjoyment watching it as a one off

 

[muttley45]

I reckon that Tom Brady bloke could have a future as a Quarterback, looks like he can play the role a bit.

 

[Kanga Glory]

I reckon that Tom Brady bloke could have a future as a Quarterback, looks like he can play the role a bit.

He also possesses humility and ‘it’s not about me’ which is a trait not many in his position have.

 

[DarwinRoo]

I reckon that Tom Brady bloke could have a future as a Quarterback, looks like he can play the role a bit.

He played ok. The defence was phenomenal.

 

[Snake_Baker]

He also possesses humility and ‘it’s not about me’ which is a trait not many in his position have.

Actually, when it comes to NFL, it is about him and any other quarterback.

 

[Val Keating]

Belichicks must be spewing

 

[Kanga Glory]

Actually, when it comes to NFL, it is about him and any other quarterback.

Yes the quarter backs are the centre piece and most do soak up the limelight but Brady deliberately deflects the limelight to the team.
He could very easily carry on but it’s not him, he knows it takes a team to make him good

 

[DaveyBoy123]

Hhahahaha all time post-game presser from Draymond Green. Language warning.

I tell you what I wouldn't have minded seeing yesterday... A forthright press conference from Steph Curry after the ending to the game... LOL at the commentator: "Why did he do that for?"

 

[Val Keating]

I tell you what I wouldn't have minded seeing yesterday... A forthright press conference from Steph Curry after the ending to the game... LOL at the commentator: "Why did he do that for?"

That was ridiculous, especially from a veteran

 

[Ry009]

That was ridiculous, especially from a veteran

Old Dray lives on another planet doesn't he.

 

[Val Keating]

Old Dray lives on another planet doesn't he.

Only thing that makes sense is if he was trying to draw a foul.