There is no such thing as a perfect win in basketball, as it will always be room for better rebounding, making more free throws and more ball movement. However, ugly wins add character to the team and should not be viewed negatively simply because aesthetically it wasn't a pretty game.
Landry, Scola, Hayes and Brooks bring effort each and every night, so I don't think its fair to characterize last night's play as low on effort. A more accurate description is McGrady and Yao's intensity was questionable throughout much of the game and more times than not, those two don't show the intensity expected of them night in and night out. Yao and Tracy aren't very intense guys and its no surprise their play isn't. What is being overlooked is Tracy's desire to come in a save the day. This guy loves to put on the cape and save the day. Sure, he's not physically as agile as he was years ago, but his psyche still desires the opportunity to save the day. Did anyone notice how heartbroken he looked Weds. against Dallas when his 2nd 3-pt shot rimmed out? The 1st one brought hope that we could mount a comeback and beat the Mavs and just like that, his cape was blowing in the air. Then suddenly after a rimmed out attempt, the cape drooped and so did his face. I really thought he was going start crying right on the court. But thankfully, he knew he'd get another opportunity to adorn that cape! He & Yao's lackadaisical play will rear its ugly head again, and the 4th period will need a savior.
McCloser (Blinebury's term) shot lights out last night and even inspired Alston to hit a 3! Wow, a hero's work is never done.
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