FVV vs. The Beard

[Shocknroll33]

I thought this would be a worthy topic discussion prior to, and throughout Freddy's matchup vs. Harden. I know it won't exclusively be 1 on 1, but they will matchup throughout, and also both have a big part in determining which team moves on. Fred also usually plays better when it counts. Harden does the opposite.
A win by FVV in this one, and the remaining haters who still aren't onboard the Fred train, will have to give him his due props.
Big chancd for Fred to show why he's one of the best. I'm no NBA diehard fan, but I will be tuned in for this:

Toronto Raptors
Vs.
Philly 76ers

Let em hang Fred, let em hang

[DocLove]

BIG TIME ONIONS!!

[shock-it-to-me]

Looks like Fred might be shutting it down for the season, which may be over for Toronto after tonight although they’re ahead currently

[Horn28Clem30]

Looks like Fred might be shutting it down for the season, which may be over for Toronto after tonight although they’re ahead currently

Where'd you see that at? He said he wasn't sure if he'd be playing game 6 or not (although didn't sound optimistic), but if there's a chance to play, he'll play. And this series definitely isn't over...Embiid playing with a torn ligament in his thumb doesn't appear to be his usual self.

[MikeKennedyRulZ]

Ya, he missed last nights game but sounds like he is day to day after that.

[TrackSuitAndTie]

As a Raptors fan, I have not seen anything to suggest FVV is done for the season if the Raptors somehow comeback to win the series. However, Fred has historically struggled against Philly's size, and Scottie Barnes looked great handling the ball yesterday, so the team might not need him to rush back.

[ShockingButTrue]

Where'd you see that at? He said he wasn't sure if he'd be playing game 6 or not (although didn't sound optimistic), but if there's a chance to play, he'll play. And this series definitely isn't over...Embiid playing with a torn ligament in his thumb doesn't appear to be his usual self.

Embiid has yet to stand out in the playoffs. Just like Harden. So I agree, Toronto has a chance, going back home.

[Stickboy46]

Embiid has yet to stand out in the playoffs. Just like Harden. So I agree, Toronto has a chance, going back home.

If there is any coach that can blow a 3-0 lead .. it's Doc Rivers

[NCAABound]

As a Raptors fan, I have not seen anything to suggest FVV is done for the season if the Raptors somehow comeback to win the series. However, Fred has historically struggled against Philly's size, and Scottie Barnes looked great handling the ball yesterday, so the team might not need him to rush back.

Yes they have actually looked like a better team without him during this series.

[WuDrWu]

Embiid has yet to stand out in the playoffs. Just like Harden. So I agree, Toronto has a chance, going back home.

I hate Embiid because he's a whiny soccer type faker, a skill I'm sure he honed while cheating at Ku. That being said, this is an ice cold take. He's averaging around 27-12 in the series, while being hurt and constantly harassed, physically (necessarily) by the Raptors. He's 100% standing out.

[MikeKennedyRulZ]

I hate Embiid because he's a whiny soccer type faker, a skill I'm sure he honed while cheating at Ku. That being said, this is an ice cold take. He's averaging around 27-12 in the series, while being hurt and constantly harassed, physically (necessarily) by the Raptors. He's 100% standing out.

Agreed. He was telling Nick Nurse to stop complaining about the refs and then got fined in the next game for complaining about the refs. He is a typical KU a-hole if you ask me. Talented as all get out but major Dbag.

[RoyalShock]

... major Dbag.

I believe Dbag is an actual major at his alma mater.

[ShockingButTrue]

I hate Embiid because he's a whiny soccer type faker, a skill I'm sure he honed while cheating at Ku. That being said, this is an ice cold take. He's averaging around 27-12 in the series, while being hurt and constantly harassed, physically (necessarily) by the Raptors. He's 100% standing out.

I think you missed my point (not a first); the next big series he wins will be the first one. No? Has he made it to an Eastern Conference finals and I forgot it?

And of course with Harden it goes without saying.

[Shocker82/85]

Since around the All Star Game, Fred has had to play like senior year Fred which is really hard to do in the NBA. Hasn’t been near 100% with his knee and hip issues.

[WstateU]

Since around the All Star Game, Fred has had to play like senior year Fred which is really hard to do in the NBA. Hasn’t been near 100% with his knee and hip issues.

Correct, you can see he’s been affected with pain; his shot and intense defense has been off.