2003 NBA Finals Updates

[Keo]

Well you shut down Iverson pretty well and T-Mac stepped up but the Sixers just have too many offensive weapons with guys like Coleman and Van Horn. It has been very tough for the Magic. So is this a best of 7?

[Kemp]

Noo you lost, Well it looks like when double teamed Iverson there was an X factor. Well you managed to get Iverson below 20 points so your next point is to find a better matchup against Coleman. Next game is a must win so good luck.

Thanx, I take care of Iverson but Coleman was right there in the end. Coleman kept knocking down perimeter shots, Kemp did played tight defence on him though.

Well you shut down Iverson pretty well and T-Mac stepped up but the Sixers just have too many offensive weapons with guys like Coleman and Van Horn. It has been very tough for the Magic. So is this a best of 7?

I double teamed Iverson so he did not scored that much points, that was good. You got to give credit to Coleman and Van Horn, they stepped ups when Iverson did not provide his usual scoring. For us to win Game 5, everybody will need to stepups and play their best defence. Yes, this is a best of 7 series. So a team must win 4 games in order to advance to the next rounds.

[Kemp]

Game 5 Sixers VS Magic Preview

Sixers lead the series 3-1

Like Game 3, the Magic continues to struggle on their offensive ends, especially in the first half. The Magic trailed by as many as 18 points until McGrady and Armstrong let a steady comeback but still they came up short in the end. McGrady had increased his scoring from 16 to 28 points since Game 3 but the Magic supporting casts did not provide enough contribution with the exception of Armstrong. The Magic tightens their defence on Iverson, who scored just 17 points but Coleman was too much for the Magic in the end. The Magic will need to regroup and stay off elimination if they want to get to Game 7. McGrady said, “The pressure is all on us right now, we down 3-1 and hopefully everybody stepups in Game 5 including myself.”

[Sac-1]

We'll good luck this will be your last chance, you better pray that Coleman doesn't go crazy on you!

[Keo]

Well obviously T-Mac will need to play like T-Mac, Armstrong should continue to play well and hopefully the Magic can stay alive. Try to hold AI, Van Horn and Coleman.

[air]

Kemp needs to keep Coleman in check somehow. Maybe tell Derrick to go lose some weight or something. Hopefully you can turn it all around.

[Kemp]

We'll good luck this will be your last chance, you better pray that Coleman doesn't go crazy on you!

I hope Coleman have a horrible shooting night in Game 5, else my 2003 playoffs will comes to an end.

Well obviously T-Mac will need to play like T-Mac, Armstrong should continue to play well and hopefully the Magic can stay alive. Try to hold AI, Van Horn and Coleman.

Thanks for the advice. If T-Mac don't put points for us, then I guess the series is over. Defence is the key to win Game 5 for the Magic.

Kemp needs to keep Coleman in check somehow. Maybe tell Derrick to go lose some weight or something. Hopefully you can turn it all around.

He did played tight defence on Coleman, even put a hand in Coleman's face but Coleman was hot throughout the whole game. I doubt Larry Brown will tell Coleman to lose some weight before Game 5.

[Kemp]

The Magic will play in another day



The Orlando Magic was able to stay off elimination in Game 5 as they blown out the Sixers in a dramatic fashion. The Magic have not played this great since Game 5 of their first round series against the Wizards. The Magic was on fire all night, shooting 68% from the field and out rebounded the Sixers 30-18. This game was all about Tracy McGrady, his leadership carries the Magic behind his back and leads his team to the victory. McGrady finished the game with 30 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks. Armstrong, who had 17 points and 6 assists said, “He does it on both ends, he was great tonight, hopefully he can leads us again in Game 6.”

In the opening first quarter, the Sixers had a comfortable lead as they scored the first 6 points, Coleman again continues his brilliant shootings from Game 4, he scored 6 points in the period. Coleman finished the game with 15 points and 8 rebounds. The Magic again played tight defence against Sixers guard Iverson, who was held to 4 points. McGrady using his height advantage as he made 3 consecutive shots over Iverson. Along with 2 three point shots made by Armstrong, the Magic leads 24-21 after one quarter. The Sixers took control in the second quarter as they made a 12-4 runs behind the brilliant plays from Iverson and Van Horn. For the game, Iverson and Van Horn scored 18 and 19 points respectively. Iverson scored 8 points in the second quarter while McGrady is resting on the bench. The Magic however made an 8-2 runs to close out the first half. The Sixers leads 46-45 at the end of the first half.

In the third quarter, the Magic took control of the game and never look back. The Magic outscored the Sixers 27-18 in the period as McGrady was dominating the game. McGrady scored 13 of his 30 points in the third quarter as Iverson went scoreless in the entire third quarter. Iverson said, “It was very disappointing, we did not compete with the Magic.” McGrady dazzling the home crowds with his spectacular dunks along his hot shootings, in which the Magic made an 18-4 runs as they extended their leads to 18 points with 3:52 remaining in the third quarter. McGrady said, “I know I am capable of playing this type of performance, it is just that my rhythm was not there all the time.” Giricek and Garrity combined for 19 points also played big during that runs as they continues to knock it down from the perimeter. Kemp’s defence has been spectacular as he allowed Coleman to scored only 3 points in the third quarter. Kemp finished the game with 8 points, 7 rebounds, 2 steals and 3 blocks. The Magic leads 72-64 at end of the third quarter. The Magic continues their hot shootings in the final quarter as McGrady made 3 more three point shots and put the Sixers away for good. Drew Gooden also helped the Magic to hold on to their lead, as he had 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 steals for the game. The lead was too big for Sixers to climb back as the Magic had defeated the Sixers 99-84. Game 6 is play in Philadelphia.



Sixers Players Scores


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Highlight Pics:

Coleman slam it home for 2


McGrady goes to the fadeaway


Dalembert takes it to the basket


Coleman's dunk had been rejected by Gooden


Coleman fires from 20
Garrity with an easy layup
Gooden slam it down with authority
Hunter with a beautiful hook shot
Iverson shooting over McGrady
Shawn Kemp finishes with an uncontested layup

[Keo]

Great win and the Magic stay alive. T-Mac did his job racking up 30 points and Armstrong was there as well when called on. You won this one but you got to come back and win another one in Game 6, this is far from over. Keep this going, good luck!

[Kemp]

Thanks for your support. I did not expect to win Game 5 so easily because we struggled on our offence throughout this series. The Magic played great, shooting 67.7% from the field was unbelievable. We contained Iverson, Van Horn and Coleman very well, not allowing them to make any easy shots. I hope the Magic can continue with their hot shooting in Game 6.

[Kemp]

Game 6 Magic VS Sixers Preview

Sixers lead the series 3-2

After losing two straight games in Philadelphia, the Magic was able to bounced back on their home floor as they blasted off the Sixers in the second half, out scored them 54-38. The Magic got helped almost from everybody as they shot a NBA playoff record for the highest field goal percentage made, 67.7%. Lead by McGrady’s 30 points effort, the Magic came roaring in the second half and lead by as many as 18 points as the Sixers had no answer for them. “It was a great win, we came in with our poises and intensities high and we know we are capable of winning these games. Now, we need to do it all over again in Game 6”, said McGrady.

[Keo]

Well, you're at the do or die situation again, it won't be easy. Hopefully you can carry the momentum from game 5 into game 6, good luck!

[Sac-1]

Sorry for not checking for so long, anyways good too see you get a win after two straight losses and you finally were able to ahut down the Sixers as no one scored above 20 points, T-mac finally stepped up and got you the win. Goodl uck in game 6 and hope you can win two more games.

[Kemp]

Well, you're at the do or die situation again, it won't be easy. Hopefully you can carry the momentum from game 5 into game 6, good luck!

Thanks. The Magic can't make any more mistakes, else we are out of the playoffs picture. I just hope we can contain the Sixers big 3, not allowing them to score more than 20 points. I hope McGrady can lead us again in Game 6.

Edit: Nice 04-05 review you got there in your 06 dynasty.

Sorry for not checking for so long, anyways good too see you get a win after two straight losses and you finally were able to ahut down the Sixers as no one scored above 20 points, T-mac finally stepped up and got you the win. Goodl uck in game 6 and hope you can win two more games.

Is all right . Yeah, I am glad that I was able to get a win back in Orlando. McGrady was terrific, he does it on both ends. But we play on the road again. It's going to be tough. Anyway, I will do my best to get to a Game 7.

[Kemp]

Van Horn and the Sixers move on



The Sixers proved they are a better team than the Magic as Sixers forward Keith Van Horn scored a career playoff high 38 points along with 6 rebounds and 2 assists, as he ended the Magic playoffs runs in 6 games. The Magic led most of the game until Van Horn sparked the Sixers in the fourth quarter as the Sixers advanced to the eastern conference finals. Sixers guard Allen Iverson finished the game with 20 points, 3 assists and 2 steals while Sixers forward Derrick Coleman contributed 10 points and 8 rebounds.

In the first quarter, the Magic stay close with the Sixers, matching shots for shots. Keith Van Horn was unstoppable, scoring 11 points on 5 of 5 shootings. Tracy McGrady and Shawn Kemp combined for 19 points in the first period. McGrady finished the game with 30 points and 2 rebounds while Kemp finished the game with 16 points and 17 rebounds. The Sixers leads 24-22 after one quarter. The Magic somehow was able to get a 6 points leads as McGrady hits 2 straight 20 foot jumpers. Iverson then responded with an 18 foot jumper. Kemp controlled the boards as he helped the Magic with their second chance points, Kemp ended the first half with 12 points and 8 rebounds. The Magic headed to the locker room with a 44-43 lead over the Sixers.

The Sixers tried to take the lead in the second half as Van Horn scored 13 points in the period. With Iverson struggling from the field in the third quarter, both McGrady and Armstrong helped the Magic to maintained their lead as they kept knocking down perimeter jump shots. The Magic still led by 4 points after three quarters, 64-60. Van Horn once again controlling the game as he scored 14 points in the final period, the Magic had no answer as Van Horn was in the zone throughout the whole night. “He carried us this game, he was just terrific tonight”, said Iverson. With 1:23 remaining, the Sixers were up by 6 points. The Magic had a chance to get back in the game but with every Sixers missed shots, Dalembert was there to clean it up. McGrady and Armstrong tried to tie the game with their 3 point shots but none of them went in. McGrady said, “It was disappointing, we just could not hits our shots in the final minutes.” The Sixers win the series 4-2. They will either face the Bucks or the Hawks in the eastern conference finals, the Bucks leads the series 3-2.



Magic Players Scores


Sixers Players Scores




Highlight Pics:

Iverson lay it home for 2


McGrady on the breakaway


Coleman with a two hand reverse jam


Gooden hits a tough shot over Van Horn


Armstrong fires from downtown
Kemp slam it down with two hands
The Magic are playing tight defence on Iverson
T-Mac with an easy dunk
McGrady fires a 3 as Larry Brown watching from behind

[Keo]

Damn, so sad that this has come to an end...tough series kemp, you survived the first one but the Sixers were able to hold their ground. Van Horn's wearing the legendary #4 of Philadelphia so had to play well. I really like that pic of McGrady on the fast-break.

Btw, I've been thinking about this...would you be interested in doing a franchise together with you, me and Diogo if he can...? My game is completely updated, I can send you guys some patches and my rosters and we'll be good to go. It'll be a lot of fun if you're up for it.

[Diogo]

Yeah... it's a shame too see the Magic going away so early...

Btw, I've been thinking about this...would you be interested in doing a franchise together with you, me and Diogo if he can...? My game is completely updated, I can send you guys some patches and my rosters and we'll be good to go. It'll be a lot of fun if you're up for it.

I'm in Sensation...

[Kemp]

Damn, so sad that this has come to an end...tough series kemp, you survived the first one but the Sixers were able to hold their ground. Van Horn's wearing the legendary #4 of Philadelphia so had to play well. I really like that pic of McGrady on the fast-break.

Btw, I've been thinking about this...would you be interested in doing a franchise together with you, me and Diogo if he can...? My game is completely updated, I can send you guys some patches and my rosters and we'll be good to go. It'll be a lot of fun if you're up for it.

Well, the Sixers are a better team than the Magic, not just in my playoffs but also in real NBA. Goodluck to them in their next round. Yep, Van Horn has Webber's number, that's why he was able put on a good performance in Game 6. Thanks for your comments about the McGrady's pic, very appreciated.

I am currently playing NBA Live 06 and I enjoy playing it alot so I don't think I would do a Live 03 franchise again. Thanks for asking anyway.

Yeah... it's a shame too see the Magic going away so early...

Having see you for a long time, good to see you are still checking my 2003 playoffs. Unfortunately, is game over. Eventhough the Magic loss, I am very satisfied that we made it to the second round and put up a show against the Sixers. Thanks for your support since Game 1 of the Wizards-Magic series.

[Sac-1]

Tough t see you go down man, i guess this is over but it was great while it lasted.

BTW Sensation thats a great idea you should do that.

[Keo]

I am currently playing NBA Live 06 and I enjoy playing it alot so I don't think I would do a Live 03 franchise again. Thanks for asking anyway.

Come on kemp, one last ride with 03. It won't hurt you.

[Jing]

aw damn you lost... that really sucks.

[Kemp]

Tough t see you go down man, i guess this is over but it was great while it lasted.

Thanks. Well, the Magic did not have enough fire power to match against the Sixers talents. But as you said, it was great while it lasted.

Come on kemp, one last ride with 03. It won't hurt you.

Thanks for asking again. I made my final decision, to continue to play Live 06. Between, I was looking forward to see me playing in your franchise.

aw damn you lost... that really sucks.

Thanks for visiting my 2003 playoffs. Well, sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. The Magic just did not made big plays in the final minutes but the Sixers did.

[Keo]

Okay well think about it even though you said that you had made your final decision. And it won't be my Franchise, we'll start a whole new one with all three 03 players. Come on Diogo's in, it'll be a good way of putting Live 03 back on the map and plus you could do this and 06.

[Jing]

yea contiune with 06 is a good idea

[Diogo]

Okay well think about it even though you said that you had made your final decision. And it won't be my Franchise, we'll start a whole new one with all three 03 players. Come on Diogo's in, it'll be a good way of putting Live 03 back on the map and plus you could do this and 06.

Yeah... but I must install this game first (again... because I have got a problem on my PC and I deleted everything on him to reinstall it, lol did you understand me here ). But I'm gonna start a franchise for sure.