This just in...Cleveland loses
by wondahbap on May 20, 2009 8:32 PM PDT
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Would you look at that. Cleveland finally plays a good team in these Playoffs and loses. 107-106 to Orlando in Cleveland.
Now, maybe reality will set back in and the bobbleheads will come back to Earth.
The Lakers aren't playing as bad as everyone would like to think. And Cleveland is not invincible as everyone would like to assume.
Playoff basketball. Has anything really changed?
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1:39 100-97 LeBron James misses free throw 1 of 2
1:39 100-98 LeBron James makes free throw 2 of 2
Final Score 107-106 Orland Magic
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
I won't go overboard, but what's funny is now the pendulum will swing to
“Lebron has no supporting cast”
and
“Kobe has great teammates”
But nothing has changed.
In fact, I’ve mentioned several times that the Magic beat the Lakers twice in the regular season.
The Magic are tougher than you think.
I’m just glad that the Cavs got knocked down a peg after steamrolling cream puff opponents.
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:37 PM PDT up reply actions
According to Bill Simmons
The Lakers aren’t that good. Denver has more talent.
He’s loading our gun for the big payback.
5 bench points from Cleveland. I’m putting up big money every bobblehead remarks on the awful bench LBJ has to work with. Just a week after the Cavs seeming invincibility.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
I used to like reading his stuff
But I’ve just stopped.
Didn’t complain to him, I just stopped reading.
Now, I might listen to his podcast if he has an interesting guest, but even then he’s hard to stomach. Dave Dameshek suggested that Kobe had to be in the top 5 of non-centers, and Simmons flat out said, “No.” Lost all his credibility right there.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions
David Thorpe said Kobe's not even close to Larry Bird
Your take? I’m a bit young to have seen Bird play, but with all the tape I’ve seen, I think Kobe’s close, at the very least.
I don't get these arguments
Are they relative, or in absolute terms?
Because in absolute terms, Kobe would smoke Larry Bird, in one-on-one, 3 on 3, 5 on 5, you name it (given equal teams of course).
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:51 PM PDT up reply actions
That's the issue
There’s so many different ways to measure “greatness.”
I just started laughing and lost all interest in Bill Simmons when...
I actually heard him speak once. He sounds like he hasn’t hit puberty yet. LOL.
"Don't I know you from somewhere"?. "Nah, that ain't me, I'm from Buffalo" - Axel Foley
Lebron is the biggest wuss
At the end of the game:
Either Lebron is a huge wuss for his little cut on the knee/pulled muscle…. or he is just too poorly conditioned and didn’t prepare for this series. This is the first difficult opponent the Cavs have faced this post season.
I wonder how you would feel if you got a cut on your knee.
He poured in 48 points, had lots of assists, blocks, and steals, and it was all for nothing. You could never understand how a superstar feels after a game like that.
Yup that's not fair
Don’t do to Lebron what idiot Kobe Haters do to Kobe.
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions
OK , I know I did it a little
But I promise, I’ll behave from now on.
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:48 PM PDT up reply actions
We could never know?
You said that to Lakers fans?
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
The point is
He’s crushed. He’s completely spent, and he’s physically and emotionally wounded. The least you could do is not call him a wuss. I’ve never said that about Kobe.
I would hope he isn't emotionally wounded (for more than 10 minutes)
Because there are plenty more games to play
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions
I agree
The comments on Lebron at the end are pointless and unnecessary. No one can say for sure if he’s acting or not (I doubt he was), and it doesn’t affect anything.
I havent made fun of Lebron here, but.......
no way Kobe acts like that. Maybe he is fronting for the cameras, but Kobe doesn’t act like that when he gets hurt.
"Don't I know you from somewhere"?. "Nah, that ain't me, I'm from Buffalo" - Axel Foley
Hey Gils! Heres another stat for you
“Lakers are 112-0 when Kobe dunks and is fouled at the same time”
Kobe should do that more, then!
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:51 PM PDT up reply actions
I know I am, that is one reason why I can't get on the Lebron James wagon
Free throws count as clutch plays and you just can’t trust Lebron in the clutch
Re-post
So tell me who enjoyed that whole show by Lebron at the end of the game?
"I’m hurt let me wince some in pain" right on cue after a loss. He did it when they got blown out during the Houston game in the regular season as well. (That was while the game was taking place) It has happened quite a couple of times in other games (all losses).. I wonder why the media never writes about that..
Especially this game, the last time I checked if he was so injured he could head straight to the locker room.. After all the game is over…..
Give him a break
It’s really hard to carry a team on your back while playing 40 minutes …
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:35 PM PDT up reply actions
I don't know any other guy who has stayed healthy while carrying his team
… oh wait, I do
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:38 PM PDT up reply actions
I respect the man
but don’t let LBJ fool you. He is the most media savvy player in the NBA. He knows how things are perceived and how to get them perceived how he wants.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
Lebron was incredible though
Until he got gassed near the end, he was hitting some absolutely ridiculous shots.
Yes he was
I ain’t gonna hate too hard, it’s just an equal and opposite reaction to Kobe Hate Nation.
But that and-one he got on Howard for Howard’s sixth foul? Not a foul.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Definitely not
I’m surprised, even superstar Howard’s calls pale in comparison to Lebron’s
He gets more questionable calls than even Kobe, who is widely regarded as #1 with a bullet in that department around the league...
It’s because he is so big — and the refs are VERY hesitant to blame LBJ for the contact he creates mashing into people…
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
Uh I would not take a charge on Lebron
If I wanted to keep playing.
Is there a list of players who have taken a charge on Lebron and lived to tell the tale?
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions
Plus. LeBron has the "i'll have you fired" look.
Kobe get mad. LeBron look like he gets even.
Like when he was called for travel with the “crab” thing a ma jug. he practically dared the NBA to change the rule.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
I think we're done
I…really don’t see the Cavs being able to bounce back from this. I think the season’s over for us. I feared the Magic all season, and this nightmare’s a reality. I wonder how well you guys will do against them.
Now Now, don’t give up hope. Thats why they play the games. One road win quickly erases this loss for you guys.
Oh, it's definitely time to panic if you drop a home game in the playoffs. Serve is broken.
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
Sssshhhh
We’re trying to calm down our friendly Cavaliers fan friend.
I see what you're doing
Reverse psychology!
Well, it’s not over at all, not by a longshot.
I won’t believe the Cavs are dead, just like I knew Jason Vorhees wasn’t dead. This is a team that won 66 games in the regular season. Don’t overreact.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:41 PM PDT up reply actions
You overreact to Game 1’s. Relax. It was the first time they’d played in a while, Lebron usually isn’t that gassed, and the Cavs will make some defensive adjustments. It’s just more even than most people thought.
Usually isn't that gassed?
The Cavs had as much time to rest as they ever needed. LeBron gave everything he had in that game. He wasn’t gassed—his team was just no help at all, standing around and watching him do all the work.
Defensive adjustments…well, first they can start by not letting Rafer Alston and Rashard Lewis get wide open looks. No good shooter for the Cavs got as many wide open looks.
Seriously. Go.
all the smack you talk about your team, and now the season’s over.
The weather is fair where you are.
Bye Bye now. We have no time for “fans” like that.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
It's not that simple
a loss after being up by 16, in a home game where LeBron scored 48, against a team that LeBron has to be sensational against to win and who crushed us in their building.
How are they supposed to win if they can’t win game 1 after the magic just finished a grinding 7 game series?
"blah. blah, blah, blah that what he said....."
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
At least you're consistent -- you were breaking out the 7-inch maduros for the Lakers and their trip to the Finals last night (on the basis of one home win...)
A home LOSS is indeed a much bigger deal.
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
Dude's not even a Cavs fan.
I don;t know why we patronize him/her.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
Timbo! They needed you to write the "The Magic are Tougher than You Think" post!
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions
It's funny, I'm watching the Ultra-Shallow Cavs and I'm thinking: "How the HELL am I gonna pretend that the Cavs are tougher than you think they are"???
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
Ben Wallace, -14
Ouch.
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions
Is he still alive?
Talk about phony height statistics, I swear to god that Wallace is no more than 6’4"…
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
There was a photo in SI a while back of him next to Lebron and it was comical how much smaller "Big" (sic.) Ben was...
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
not to nit pick, but (sic) doesn't quite fit there.
"Don't I know you from somewhere"?. "Nah, that ain't me, I'm from Buffalo" - Axel Foley
hehehe
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions
I think they had 5 bench points tonight...
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
"Why Lebron James is tougher than you think he is"...
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
Didn't see anything but the end (was eating out)
But what happened to Cleveland’s D? Is it because Orlando has such great 3 point shooters and an inside presence? Maybe you don’t need a mid-range game to win, as one recent article suggested.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:59 PM PDT up reply actions
Hey Gils,
Could you do the links on Friday?
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
Sure, no problem
Those things are time consuming, but I’ll give you a spell, much like Sasha coming in at the end of the first quarter so Kobe can rest for a bit.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Ah, well
If you’re talking about this year’s Sasha, you do yourself a disservice. Last year’s Sasha, and then I understand.
Timbo,
Tomorrow, we’re going to need a links to this Cleveland loss.
I think that’d be great. How about it?
The bobbleheads never cease to amaze.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
I'll do it, sure.
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
I've got one together, but leaving it to The Boss as to time and placement.
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
Just got green lighted, up momentarily.
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
I'm going to keep watching them to the bitter end
I’m a Cavs fan. It’s just hard to concieve them winning now.
Don't come back here when they win the series.
Your credibility went from none to -100.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
Cleveland sports
Does funny things to Cleveland sports fans
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:55 PM PDT up reply actions
They were saying there has been no Cleveland sports championship since 1964, so I reckon a dash of pessimism would be very normal...
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
I've come to realize that perceptions of teams are like stocks
They swing wildly if a good company reports one bad quarter, or a even a few bad ones.
But you have to remember if you have a good solid company, it’ll bounce back, especially if you have a competent CEO.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
Can't argue with that
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions
As a Lakers fan, mixed emotions
The Magic’s offense actually gives our defensive schemes more trouble. As good as the Cavs are, we probably match up better with the Cavs than with the Magic. It’s hard to say who we’d “want” to see more, provided we make it that far.
+1
I want the Cavs, since we can’t have Boston. (providing we do our part)
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
I want to make it to the Finals first
Gotcha!
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions
I agree
I think we actually match up better, since we have a bit of an anti-Lebron that no other team has. And, not to buy into the hype machine, but Kobe taking out Lebron in the Finals would be amazing.
Oooh that would be nice
But if the regular season games were any indication they would both shoot horribly
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 8:56 PM PDT up reply actions
Yup
Guarding a guy of that level takes some unbelievable energy. For Kobe it’s even more impressive, because Lebron is in a different league physically. We treat all wings like they’re the same, but Lebron and Melo are true forwards. The fact that Kobe doesn’t have the natural power they do, but guards them as well as anyone, says a lot about Kobe’s game.
Lebron needs a post-up game
Something to work on for the summer. I hardly ever see him post up.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions
I hope he doesn't
With that strength, it’s unimaginable.
On the other hand, post moves require great footwork. Lebron isn’t graceful, he doesn’t have the footwork or finesse that Kobe has. I wonder if footwork is ‘learnable’ to that degree.
Sure it is
It just takes 10,000 hours to master
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I think Orlando is actually a better team. But Lebron is in his own league...
Turkoglu and Lewis are about as good as it gets for biggish guys that can stroke, and we know about Mr. Howard…
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
What do you think of Lewis' skill set in comparison to Lamar's?
I would like to combine Lewis’ offensive skills with Lamar’s help defense, and create Lamar Lewis, league MVP
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions
We'd need the brain of someone more consistent though
Otherwise you’d have Lamar Lewis, league part-time MVP
Basketball fusions have rules
Can’t fuse two already otherwordly superstars
Yep
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:08 PM PDT up reply actions
I find it funny that both Lebron and Kobe’s last names sound more like first names than their actual first names do
Carmelo Anthony
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
by wondahbap on May 20, 2009 9:08 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I'm going to reverse my 1st boy's name.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
Very good!
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
I'd rather have Lewis
Lamar can hit threes but he isn’t a consistant three point threat. They both can do the same things on offense but Lewis is more effective and can be counted on consistantly where as Lamar can dissappear some games.
"Turkoglu and Lewis are about as good as it gets for biggish guys that can stroke, and we know about Mr. Howard…"
Are we taling about basketball or porn?
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
Speaking of that
This dude is a dead ringer for Chris Andersen
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm sure about all of 'em
But our SSZ has a problem withe the 3. Orlando’s strength.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
On top of that, their ball reversals are excellent
So they really exploit us with the weakside 3, our real weakness
Stop thinking ahead
You will jinx it!
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions
Hey fuckheads at ESPN.............guess what??
When Lebron scores 48+ points…………….Cleveland has NEVER won a playoff game. Are you listening???
"Don't I know you from somewhere"?. "Nah, that ain't me, I'm from Buffalo" - Axel Foley
That's cold
It’s more like when Lebron shoots 30+
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions
I guarantee you they will suddenly understand the difference..........
between causation and correlation. Guarantee.
"Don't I know you from somewhere"?. "Nah, that ain't me, I'm from Buffalo" - Axel Foley
It takes a special player to do that
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions
But .. but...
They will find ways to say it’s different with Lebron.
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Isn't funny how the "21" shot Kobe tracker moved to "24" ?
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
I ove it when people say "I told y'all" like we all were in line just disagreeing with whatever point it is they made.
The Lakers are 11-1 against the Nuggets in the past 2 years.
But ...
He told us all.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions
I read my response and I can change it now: This game definitely felt like it was "Lebron and the other guys" tonight...
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
me too
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions
This is why I choose Orlando to win this matchup
They have no one who can guard Dwight, so just like Kobe, Dwight can get anything he wants so matchup wise Orlando is a tough matchup for Cleveland and Lakers are a tough matchup for Denver. It’s 1 game but these 1 games can come back to hurt the other team in the end.
what does the media have to say now?
the cavs ran through 2 d-league teams and everyone was ready to hand them the trophy. now look at what they are doing against a contender. blowing huge leads
I tuned in at halftime and it was "oh, crap, no point in watching this one..."
I’m glad I did…
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
I was sweeping the roof. Ugh.
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
It will be "look how bad Lebron's teammates are"
Conveniently forgetting that they won 66 reg season games with this squad
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions
Wa wa wee wah
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions
Now find me the Courtney Lee dunk on Lebron, pls
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Whoa that is creepy!
Interesting how this is not in the highlight package … hmm …
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Found it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmvUVUGrftY
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by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions
I just realized
Dwight is 6’11" 265 lb.
Lebron is 6’8" 250 lb.
Carmelo is 6’8" 230 lb.
Kobe is 6’5" (he admitted in an interview he was actually 6’5" rather than his listed height) and is currently listed at 205 lb (he used to be 220 but his site said he lost 20 pounds).
I’ve said it before but now the numbers back it up: Kobe defending Lebron/Melo is truly impressive, because he’s actually defending out of position. Wings are not interchangeable, Lebron and Melo are forwards where Kobe is a guard. (Kobe vs Ginobili or Roy is a fairer matchup).
Kobe guarding Lebron is a bigger physical disadvantage than if Lebron started guarding Dwight Howard. Same height disadvantage, but a bigger weight disadvantage.
Think about that. Would Lebron ever step up and offer to guard Dwight the way Kobe does?
Nothing against Lebron, but it just makes Kobe’s leadership defensively that much more impressive to me.
Kobe really is Batman
Maximizing the limits of his human skills.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gils_Keloids on May 20, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions
I like that comparison
Batman was always my favorite.
I would have to agree but I guess only we view that that way where as other don't take height and weight advantages into consideration
Kobe deserves lots of credit for what he does and thats why I can’t put Lebron above him yet.
Dwight is a center; LBJ and Melo are SFs; Kobe is a 2 Guard.
"A bizarre and extremely rare hybrid Blazer/Laker fan, Timbo has always struggled to contain the Beast Within, like Dr. Jekyll, Bruce Banner, or Ted Kennedy." — Miled Animal
Yes...
It was a simple comparison of physical differences. But the positions don’t make as huge of a difference as you’d think. For example, Melo actually has a more refined and developed post game than Dwight Howard. So if Kobe gives up 30 pounds guarding a skilled post player (Melo), is that so different from Lebron giving up 15 pounds to a strong but very raw post player (Dwight)?
Oh, I see, if you were responding to the ‘Lebron wouldn’t demand to guard Dwight.’ Yeah, that would be more unusual than Kobe guarding another wing player, even though physically it’s not a huge difference. Hey, Lebron wants to be a trendsetter.
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