Shannon Brown Is Coming Home
by DexterFishmore on Aug 5, 2010 12:31 PM PDT
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PrintHonestly, I'd kind of forgotten that Shannon Brown was still out there. Nothing against the guy. It's just that free agency seemed to end a couple weeks ago, at which point my brain pivoted to other important topics, like the new season of Jersey Shore. I'm not that great at multitasking.
Buy hey, what do we have here? It's our old buddy Shannon Brown, apparently about to re-up with the Lakers for $4.6 million over two years. Put words in the mouth of your client, agent Mark Bartelstein:
"Obviously, the process took a while, but Shannon wanted to be here and they wanted him," Bartelstein said. "Shannon had a number of other opportunities out there, but he had been in L.A. for two years and they won two championships. The chance to go for a three-peat is very special to him."
Yes, it's very special to all of us. Welcome back, Shannon! If I'd had some advance notice, I would've brought cupcakes.
The terms of the deal seem fair to everyone involved. The average yearly salary of $2.3 million is a slight raise from what Shannon would've earned if he hadn't opted out of his old contract. He also gets the security of a second year. Even better for him, that second year is at his option, so if he blows up this year, he can always go shopping for a bigger deal in 2011. The Lakers, meanwhile, get a known quantity back at reasonable cost. All should be happy with this one.
At this point in life, we understand what we're getting in Shannon Brown. He's not qualified to start in the NBA, but he's a serviceable second-unit player. For better and worse, he can generate his own shot. Whether those shots go in, who the hell knows. His three-point shooting in the 2009 playoffs was obviously a fluke that will never be repeated. Where he can make himself a more efficient offensive player, however, is by improving his shot selection. This past season, according to HoopData, the percentage of his FGAs that came 16-23 from the basket spiked. Brown needs to work on making smarter decisions with the ball and holding his fire until the offensive sequence finds him closer to the hoop.
On defense, Shannon's athleticism results in good steal and block rates, but his instincts are terrible. He's a mess at defending the pick-and-roll, and he's easily rubbed off on back screens. None of this is likely to change dramatically, though one hopes that with still more experience in the Laker system, the errors will become fewer.
What his re-signing does is give the Lakers truly substantial depth. The second unit is solid top to bottom, and there are even decent options as you reach down into the third string.
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Starter |
2nd String |
3rd String |
4th String |
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PG |
Fisher |
Blake |
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SG |
Bryant |
Brown |
Vujacic |
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SF |
Artest |
Barnes |
Walton |
Ebanks * |
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PF |
Gasol |
Odom |
Caracter * |
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C |
Bynum |
Ratliff |
* = Unsigned
Presumably the team will continue trying to move Sasha Vujacic to save money, but there's no guarantee there'll be a taker. If there isn't, expect a spirited contest for the backup SG slot behind Kobe Bryant. I know a lot of us want Sasha to win out in that competition, but Phil Jackson favored Shannon over Sasha at pretty much every opportunity last year, so I'm guessing the advantage is Shannon's to lose. Either way, the Laker bench will be better this year than it's been in ages.
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good deal
he’s a decent reserve who shouldnt make more than 3 million a year.
Adam Morrison has more rings than Lebron, Bosh, and Wade combined?
totally agreed...
i like Shannon alot even if its just for a alley oop that ACTUALLY gets the Staples crowd bangin!
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions
ShanWow has two people to listen to in order to become who he should be, they are...
Fish and Kobe. Shannon does not know how to play defense. He doesn’t run through screens, he runs around them. He runs by shoothers instead of using his athletism to both the shot or prevent an offensive rebound by the shooter, he cheats off shooter to help (he learned that from Kobe), and he needs to improve his timing because he should be blocking more shots a game. He also needs to improve his midrange game (Kobe’s specialty). Too many of his shots come from 16-23. He’s quick enough to take people off the dribble and then stop and pop if the bigs are in help. If they aren’t there, TAKE IT TO THE RIM YOUNG MAN AND THROW IT DOWN!!!
Great players win games. Great teams win championships.
Liar!
If I’d had some advance notice, I would’ve brought cupcakes.
You mean you would have eaten a cupcake.
"There are no "Kobe Lovers", just people who are right." - Gil Meriken
Actually
I just lick all the icing off of them when no one’s looking. Then tell people I buttered the top of them.
I kid I kid.
or do I…
Unfortunately the legend of MJ has long surpassed the reality of MJ. -Joshua S.
That's fuckin disgusting
…but hilarious
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by KBZ on Aug 5, 2010 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL, that is so gross that it's funny.
"There are no "Kobe Lovers", just people who are right." - Gil Meriken
haha! Marty you fuckin clown
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 2:49 PM PDT up reply actions
I can't tell you how he hurts me with his lies.
"There are no "Kobe Lovers", just people who are right." - Gil Meriken
yay
maybe now Shannon can redeem himself from that pathetic performance from last year’s Slam Dunk contest.
Let Shannon Dunk Redux Part II
Lakers 2009 Road to Redemption: TREVOR, DEREK, LAMAR, PAU & KOBE.
Play the game of which Lakers reminds you of: TA - TI, Shannon Brown - Chris Brown, Pau Gasol - Jesus, Machine - Luis Scola/Russell Brand, PJ with mustache and beard - Colonel Sanders.
by PeanutButterSpread on Aug 5, 2010 12:39 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Y did u have to remind us?
I was getting close to forgetting that nightmare
by ajfarsi on Aug 5, 2010 1:16 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Because she's hopeful that Shannon will redeem himself!
That is, if they allow him back in.
Just because you throw someone a pass, and they score, it doesn't mean you made them a better player.
Welcome back, Shannon
Please improve your shot selection and stop double teaming if unnecessary. Thank you.
Don’t you love the chase? Sometimes it doesn’t work out; those are the stakes. But when it does work out, it’s like having that first cigarette: your head gets all dizzy, your heart pounds, your knees go weak. Remember that?
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exactly
Don’t you love the chase? Sometimes it doesn’t work out; those are the stakes. But when it does work out, it’s like having that first cigarette: your head gets all dizzy, your heart pounds, your knees go weak. Remember that?
Follow me on Twitter and I'll follow you too. LOL.
http://twitter.com/domidomdomz
and stop taking Kobe fadeaways too
Adam Morrison has more rings than Lebron, Bosh, and Wade combined?
and this
or Ammo floaters
Don’t you love the chase? Sometimes it doesn’t work out; those are the stakes. But when it does work out, it’s like having that first cigarette: your head gets all dizzy, your heart pounds, your knees go weak. Remember that?
Follow me on Twitter and I'll follow you too. LOL.
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No one should even attempt Ammo floaters
Because they can not even do an Ammo floater.
"I don't mind being the goat. I don't mind being the villain, hated. I've been that my whole career, so it's not like that's anything new. I don't mind people jumping on the bandwagon or jumping off. I just focus on playing the game." -Ron Artest
haha yeah
Shannon should try more of these…
Don’t you love the chase? Sometimes it doesn’t work out; those are the stakes. But when it does work out, it’s like having that first cigarette: your head gets all dizzy, your heart pounds, your knees go weak. Remember that?
Follow me on Twitter and I'll follow you too. LOL.
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by domz on Aug 5, 2010 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions 4 recs
he sure needs to add a go to move this season
he can’t be sloppy again, he’s gotta show some growth or I’m done boasting him
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I guess this means the 2010 roster is set
unless we decide to move Sasha or Walton.
Adam Morrison has more rings than Lebron, Bosh, and Wade combined?
Rookie contracts still pending
"The Lakers are ninja negotiators. Straight. fuckin. ninjas." -rshinsec
"This isn't an apocalypse. It’s a motherf***ing war." -Hdg23
Walton "might" retire
"I don't mind being the goat. I don't mind being the villain, hated. I've been that my whole career, so it's not like that's anything new. I don't mind people jumping on the bandwagon or jumping off. I just focus on playing the game." -Ron Artest
The best thing is
that we we have a clear sub for Fisher with Slim Shady and Brown can be the “play without the ball slasher”. No more Yo-Yo.
"El Hombre es esclavo de lo que dice y Amo de lo que calla"
by Jonny 4 F1ng3rs on Aug 5, 2010 12:49 PM PDT reply actions
I missed the announcement
Didn’t he say on TV where he was signing?
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
they are burning his jersey in NY
Adam Morrison has more rings than Lebron, Bosh, and Wade combined?
by shaqfor3 on Aug 5, 2010 1:01 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
Chris Paul announced at a wedding
that he was going to form a new big 3 since Melo didn’t want to join the old one. So now it will be he, Shannon, and Ammo to rule the world of the fast break for alley-oops and staches.
Unfortunately the legend of MJ has long surpassed the reality of MJ. -Joshua S.
by Marty Mart on Aug 5, 2010 1:41 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
Why do people want to see Sasha Vujacic win out over Shannon for the reserve spot?
Y’all are crazy. Shannon is an entertaining and athletic player who is only going to get better.
by Sean Embrey-Stine on Aug 5, 2010 12:59 PM PDT reply actions
Because
Sasha is a shooter. He shoots threes. Anybody else on our team consistently shoot threes? No. Not saying Sasha was a consistent three point shooter this past season, but we are all hoping he reverts back to his 08 Machine form. Backing up your argument by saying Shannon is entertaining defeats the Lakers’ main goal, which is to win games. Sorry, don’t watch the triangle offense if you want to see entertainment. There are other non-successful, but more entertaining systems out there, just ask Mike Antoni.
Just because you throw someone a pass, and they score, it doesn't mean you made them a better player.
Why would Sasha revert? You don’t think he was trying?
"...where they don't play with a shot clock." - C. Sager
by kv on Aug 5, 2010 1:06 PM PDT up reply actions
Why?
He had an off year, with minor injuries and inconsistent playing time. It is pretty hard to stroke the three regularly, if you’re a three specialist not seeing regular playing time.
Just because you throw someone a pass, and they score, it doesn't mean you made them a better player.
That's a large sample size.
Just because you throw someone a pass, and they score, it doesn't mean you made them a better player.
not only becasue he shoots threes, and is a shooter,..
but becasue of his defensive intensity is better than Shannon’s. He gives an edge to the Lakers lineup,.. but Shannon is a good player as well, .. decent shot (when open) and he has major ups.. so, I would like to see them both play well this year.. and give Kobe some rest during the regular season.
His playoff defense was what got me cheering for him again. The two, Game 7 FT's were pretty good too.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
by Joshua S on Aug 5, 2010 8:59 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I c wat u dyd ther
no D
It's Kobe's world, but Lebron's just living in it. -- Czheck
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Sasha's best is better than Shannon's best (that we've seen)
At the time he signed his current albatross of a contract, I thought Sasha’s deal was pretty fair. He was a great sub for that 2008 squad. The people who want to see Sasha win out remember that Sasha, and know the only way he’ll “win out” is if he at least somewhat returns to that form. If he does, he would be a better option than Shannon, providing great shooting and a place to turn to for 2nd unit offense (running him off screens a la Ray Allen was a very viable option that year).
It’s true that we’re grasping at straws because we’re two full seasons removed from that Sasha, but the interest in seeing him play more is the hope that The Machine will re-emerge.
Agreed.
But I’ve always been in Sasha’scorner. Even if Sasha doesn’t find his stroke, he’s still a much better defender. Even if he collects stupid fouls. My gut tells me the Machine returns. If he does, there’ll be no need to trade him, considering his contract is expiring, unless they can turn it into a coveted player.
http://twitter.com/wondahbap
This
I have a feeling Sasha will do GREAT
"I don't mind being the goat. I don't mind being the villain, hated. I've been that my whole career, so it's not like that's anything new. I don't mind people jumping on the bandwagon or jumping off. I just focus on playing the game." -Ron Artest
yeah.
Sasha is worth the gamble…
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"No one wins forever. Only thing that matters is how you face it when the cards don't come up your way. I'm not afraid." - Spider-Man (Amazing Spider-Man #475)
kobe bryant=batman
+1
The Machine has his free throws to get over getting burned in the 08 playoffs and now in a contract year with no mental block, he is ready to succeed.
"Some people think they should go to heaven but NOT have to die to get there.
Sorry, but that’s simply not how it works."
"This is America, if we can’t self-righteously look down on others and blame them for our faults, the commies win."--Cormican on Aug 13, 2009 7:28 PM PDT
Let's hope so.
Kobe seems to have a lot of faith in him, and he certainly spends more time with the Machine than we do.
Huh.....C.A. you stole the words right from my mouth 'mumbles foul things under breath'
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 2:54 PM PDT up reply actions
I tend to find Sasha quite entertaining actually
Especially when he seems to be way to hyper on defense, or ends up hitting that 3 that we’re all screaming at him not to take.
Sasha plays better defense
even though he has the tendency to foul opposing players 90 feet from the basket which annoys the crap out of me. Shannon on the other hand is awful on the defensive end, constantly going under screens and goes to double team tony allen while leaving Ray wide open behind the 3 point line. Shannon also forces a lot of shots/ fadeaways that kills the offense while Sasha attempts shots when he is wide open.
Adam Morrison has more rings than Lebron, Bosh, and Wade combined?
Although
Sometimes Sasha shoots the ball so quickly that it looks like he is alergic to the ball, I agree with everything you say.
"El Hombre es esclavo de lo que dice y Amo de lo que calla"
by Jonny 4 F1ng3rs on Aug 5, 2010 1:11 PM PDT up reply actions
So, If you had two clutch shots that HAD to be hit to win a title you would prefer that Shannon was shooting them?
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
Whoever believes that is nuts. Sasha is a great FT shooter (88%)
Sasha hits at a 10% better clip than Shannon. He is Machine.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
exactly..
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
Sasha and Shannon's strengths are like the opposite poles.
I actually think it’s quite nice to keep both for the sake of versatility…each has their strengths and weaknesses. Sasha has his stupid fouls and Shannon taking horrible shots that kills the offense. But sasha is a pure shooter and shannon is a good slasher (when he decides to be).
I actually thought that towards the end of the playoffs, Phil was begining look more favorably at sasha. I’d say it’s fair game on the competition between the backup guard minutes between the two.
This
If our bench puts aside their ego, we can have any so many potential line ups. Big, Small, Defensive, Shooters, we can do it. We have the depth to absorb a few injuries with very little trade down in value (for regular season games). We have new hungry players dying to prove that they belong. This could be Phil Jackson’s last year, and I’m expecting him to want to go out in style. And now we have not ONE, but TWO legit enemies in the league. This season is gonna be so much fucking fun.
hey
if shannon brown gets his head straight and plays upto his potential, I don’t mind him taking the spot.
Im Loving this Roster! 3PEAT!!!
Kudos and great job to Mitch and the whole Lakers front office for not sitting on their laurels and not getting flustered by whats happening in Miami. They strengthened what they needed to from last years roster.
Shannon was the final piece and although he’s got some weakenesses, he knows the system and brings lots of athleticism. I also like how we can spread the floor.
I know this for a fact: There is NO WAY in hell those losers in Miami can match our size in any capacity. Not even close!!
Feeling great and looking forward to the season!! Great job Mitch!
3PEAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
are we gonna 3peat? or what?
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions
3peat
(nod nod nod)
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kobe bryant=batman
sounds good to meeeee
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 6, 2010 7:31 AM PDT up reply actions
I'm happy about this
if Kobe can tell ShanWow that he is the only one to take those kind of shots and Fisher can show him how to fight through screens, he is set. Athleticism is something this team needed and he helps that out a lot. He will be playing with people like Barnes, Ratliff, and Blake who all are experienced enough to make good decisions most of the time with the ball.
p.s. Dex I would put Sasha at the 3rd string PG, if he stays on the team and gets into the coach’s good graces I can see him getting 5-ish minutes a game there.
"Some people think they should go to heaven but NOT have to die to get there.
Sorry, but that’s simply not how it works."
"This is America, if we can’t self-righteously look down on others and blame them for our faults, the commies win."--Cormican on Aug 13, 2009 7:28 PM PDT
I like Shannon BUT
I like Sasha just as well for other reasons. I would have been sad but totally OK with Shannon going elsewhere, just because I think Sasha could return to form with more consistent minutes…..I think we’ll be fine either way (obviously) but I can’t help but feel like with Sasha riding the pine more often than not, we’re missing out on what could be a hot 3-point threat…..
As long as Sasha is on the team to start the season
he will get a chance to win the job. Him and Shannon will probably split PT until a favorite emerges. Also, an ulterior motive is if he gets PT, then he will be easier to dispatch of if that is what the FO wants.
"Some people think they should go to heaven but NOT have to die to get there.
Sorry, but that’s simply not how it works."
"This is America, if we can’t self-righteously look down on others and blame them for our faults, the commies win."--Cormican on Aug 13, 2009 7:28 PM PDT
YES, YES, I've read
Shannon could see some time, this season should be interesting, Lakers are stacked, should help Kobe rest alot hopefully
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
Lets just say
don’t eat the cupcakes. Just for future reference.
Unfortunately the legend of MJ has long surpassed the reality of MJ. -Joshua S.
by Marty Mart on Aug 5, 2010 1:57 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
eeewwww
I don't do it for your thanks, I do it because I had a calling, but I do love the support you give me and my Soldiers.
by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Cookies are delicious
Why the eeewwww
"I don't mind being the goat. I don't mind being the villain, hated. I've been that my whole career, so it's not like that's anything new. I don't mind people jumping on the bandwagon or jumping off. I just focus on playing the game." -Ron Artest
lol cupcakes dude...
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Excellent
I’ve wanted Shannon back from the start. I’m glad they worked something out. I never get tired of his dunks. He’s one of the best dunkers in the league with the exception of his humiliating performance at that dunk contest last year.
I actually like Brown over Sasha. It’s his job to lose, and he’ll likely be the backup to Kobe.
They can keep trying to shop Sasha if they want (or maybe Luke too), but for the most part I think they’re set for the season. Can’t wait to get it underway.
"I'll do whatever it takes to win games, whether it's sitting on a bench waving a towel, handing a cup of water to a teammate, or hitting the game-winning shot"-Kobe Bryant
thats good
Congrats Brown:
1, you make more money than Shaq
2, you have more rings than Lebron, Wade and Bosh Combine
by rballer on Aug 5, 2010 2:38 PM PDT reply actions 9 recs
lol!
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions
I have a question
Does the color green brighten if more people REC this? btw..Why does it turn green? Why not gold?
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
it's green for every sbnation site
not sure about the brighten thing… but i think it stays the same.
3peat.
thnx for replying.
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
It stays the same.
Other blogs will have 2 rec’s for a green, or maybe even 4, 5 or higher.
Here, it’s just 3.
Sweet 16
Thnx
5? wtf! what if they only have 4 members? : )
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
Fear The Sword
I kid I kid. But it does sometimes seem like only the same couple ppl post and respond there.
Unfortunately the legend of MJ has long surpassed the reality of MJ. -Joshua S.
lol..
low blow.
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
Zing
sad but true
I think one team doesn’t even have an SB nation blog
can’t remember which one though
New Jersey maybe?
"Attitude reflect leadership, captain" - Big Jules
by KBZ on Aug 5, 2010 6:18 PM PDT up reply actions
They've got one now
It was added midseason. But yeah, for a while they were the only NBA team without one.
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by DexterFishmore on Aug 5, 2010 6:27 PM PDT up reply actions
I here it also doubles as an incognito hideout for the Russian Mafia.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
Speaking of Fear the Sword
I haven’t seen Waveocean lately i wonder where he is
"I don't mind being the goat. I don't mind being the villain, hated. I've been that my whole career, so it's not like that's anything new. I don't mind people jumping on the bandwagon or jumping off. I just focus on playing the game." -Ron Artest
Starting grad school at the end of the month, so he's taking some off from the internets.
"There are no "Kobe Lovers", just people who are right." - Gil Meriken
do you know everything bout everybody?? lol
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions
We've asked this before, why not purple?
For me its the consistent inconsistency that concerns me - PAGFL
It's always AMMO Time, in spirit- DexterFishmore
It's been answered before, SBNation rules. Nothing to do with SS&R.
"There are no "Kobe Lovers", just people who are right." - Gil Meriken
yes SBnation does rule.....
for having SS&R!!!!
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 6, 2010 8:15 AM PDT up reply actions
Hopefully, Vujacic has his head screwed on tighter this year.
I don’t want to see Brown unless Vujacic is an utter trainwreck or otherworldly horrifyingly atrocious. Shannon Brown is probably cool dude with freakish athleticism, but I think he has run his course. The hitch or delayed release on his jumper will probably keep him from being efficient. Gerald Green could fake it through 82 games and still be better than Brown. I’m over it.
I know what you mean.
The hitch or delayed release on his jumper will probably keep him from being efficient.
It’s like he pauses in mid-air and you’re like “shoot the damn ball!”
But he shoots on the way down.
Sweet 16
Yeah, at least 2 minutes since your last comment.
LOL
"There are no "Kobe Lovers", just people who are right." - Gil Meriken
hahaha a failure!
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions
SB still needs a lot of work
shot selection, defense…
how old is he again?
I still believe in Sasha though. I’m not ready to trade that guy. He is still one of the best shooters on our team.
I read that SBNaton needs a lot of work
And then I looked below and wonders why SBNation would need shot selection and defence/
And then it dawned upon me.
Yes I know, Epic FAIL.
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bleh
I don’t like shannon but for 2 mil a year who else are we gonna get. Hopefully his minutes get rolled back some.
In Soviet Russia, LA beats you.
even if you dont like him....HE'S BACK!
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 3:31 PM PDT up reply actions
HEY.....
look forward to something! U.P.S BABY!!
I don't do it for your thanks, I do it because I had a calling, but I do love the support you give me and my Soldiers.
damn reply button argghhh!
I don't do it for your thanks, I do it because I had a calling, but I do love the support you give me and my Soldiers.
by Sarge Clemins on Aug 5, 2010 3:48 PM PDT up reply actions
The rookies are next
Add about another million to the payroll for this year to lock up Ebanks and Caracter and the 14 man roster is set. I’m still very curious about the Luke situation. Wish we knew more about whether he’ll be of any value to us this year or not. If his back is as messed up as what I’m hearing then I would actually like to see the organization buy out his bloated contract. Nothing against him personally but I can’t think of a bigger waste of money for the league’s highest payroll.
Yep...add the rooks and let's get on with it. Number 17 goes up in June.
Can’t wait for this to start.
Congrats to Kupchak and Buss for building a much better team than the last two.
Former LakersForDeuce: "The 2010 champs made me up the ante and change my name!"
F Yeah
I’m so excited, Kobe Bryant, Derek Fisher, Steve Blake, Shannon Brown, Sasha Vujacic backcourt. Hey does anyone think Devin Ebanks is capable of playing the 2?
" I wanna be the best, I wanna be the best simple and plain and to be the best you have to win and thats what drives me" -Kobe Bryant
by 15xtimeNBAchamps on Aug 5, 2010 4:43 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
It's possible
I certainly think he can defend the position. The question is whether he’s a good enough shooter there since if you combine that with his superb off-ball cutting, he’d be a pretty dangerous player moving off the ball.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
His cuts could help
but our 3’s aren’t exactly great offensively….with Ebanks at the 2 we need our best offensive 1, 4, and 5 (probably Blake, Odom, and Gasol)
"Some people think they should go to heaven but NOT have to die to get there.
Sorry, but that’s simply not how it works."
"This is America, if we can’t self-righteously look down on others and blame them for our faults, the commies win."--Cormican on Aug 13, 2009 7:28 PM PDT
I guess
Only time will tell……i for one hope we sign him with a quickness now that Shannon is signed. Ebanks is young and very athletic!
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by Sarge Clemins on Aug 6, 2010 7:34 AM PDT up reply actions
I think I just heard Celtics18and19 scream because our average age just got lower. : )
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
noice
got field box tickets to a dodger game for tonight.
Adam Morrison has more rings than Lebron, Bosh, and Wade combined?
While I was reading your comment
I was thinking, “You know what? That is noice.”
And then I got to the part where you mentioned the Dodgers.
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by DexterFishmore on Aug 5, 2010 5:56 PM PDT up reply actions
Chad Billingsley hasn't aloowed a run in like 15 innings
Dodgers lit up the padres for 9 runs last night.
Aside from possibly losing Russel Martin for the season, things are actually starting to look up.
"Attitude reflect leadership, captain" - Big Jules
by KBZ on Aug 5, 2010 6:17 PM PDT up reply actions
and Cente almost threw a No-hitter
I for one hope Mark Cuban gets his hands on the Dodgers somehow.
"Attitude reflect leadership, captain" - Big Jules
by KBZ on Aug 5, 2010 6:22 PM PDT up reply actions
Poor dodgers might not even make the playoffs. The same could be said for my angels, well aside from the angels, I’m rooting for the padres to keep it socal.
" I wanna be the best, I wanna be the best simple and plain and to be the best you have to win and thats what drives me" -Kobe Bryant
by 15xtimeNBAchamps on Aug 5, 2010 6:12 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
wooooot wooot!
Sorry guys but I’m a Padres fan!
I don't do it for your thanks, I do it because I had a calling, but I do love the support you give me and my Soldiers.
by Sarge Clemins on Aug 6, 2010 7:34 AM PDT up reply actions
I'm becoming a Padres fan
Aybar is a nowhere man, Sitting in his Nowhere Land, Making all his nowhere plans for nobody.
by princeton11loveshalos on Aug 5, 2010 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions
they fight harder than "better" teams.....dailey!
I don't do it for your thanks, I do it because I had a calling, but I do love the support you give me and my Soldiers.
by Sarge Clemins on Aug 6, 2010 7:35 AM PDT up reply actions
totally forgot
chick hearn died exactly 8 years ago today.
RIP.
3peat.
by LAL32 on Aug 5, 2010 5:50 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
by Jelly Bean on Aug 5, 2010 5:54 PM PDT up reply actions 4 recs
I was one of the 3 people on stage at Fan Fest trying to do justice to Chick. I choked and lost to the little girl, who actually NAILED it. I miss Chick a bunch.
The only things wrong with the photo is that the door is open and the light is on.
"Lebron has the ball, dribbles down the court, splitting the Lakers defenders with 5 seconds left on the clock with the game on the line in the 2011 NBA Finals Game 7! Lebron pulls up from deep, in Kobe's face and drains the three pointer! HEAT WIN HEAT WIN!!! 89-88!!!!!
...BEEP BEEP BEEP...BEEP BEEP BEEP...
Then Lebron's alarm goes off and he wakes up and goes downstairs to eat a delicious breakfast made by his mom and Delonte West."
by bigdeal1188 on Aug 5, 2010 6:34 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
Hah, great comment about the photo
Chick rules.
For me its the consistent inconsistency that concerns me - PAGFL
It's always AMMO Time, in spirit- DexterFishmore
LOOKS LIKE EBANKS IS SIGNING WITH THE LAKERS NEXT WEEK!
this is what ebanks said on his twitter acct..: http://twitter.com/DevinEbanks3
I promise i will have an answer for you guys NEXT WEEK!!!!!
Jus had a GREAT meeting wit my agent. So basically The lakers are going to…….wouldnt u like to KNOW! lol
i think now we just have to wait for caracter..
Yeah, it's in the Credits for today.
"There are no "Kobe Lovers", just people who are right." - Gil Meriken
I hope we keep Sasha
otherwise Phil couldn’t say this anymore
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by alexanderiii on Aug 5, 2010 8:13 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
welcome back shannon!
Can’t wait to see you dunk on Bosh Christmas Day!
"They need security in the world, Craig!"
I am happy he is back but I want to see him work on his jump shot and dribbling
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
Let's hope he practices that before games and not during them.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
lol..im serious
I wonder if Barnes is mad at the type of contract that Shannon got.?
"That means no more coming into camp fat and out of shape, when your team is relying on your leadership on and off the court. It also means no more blaming others for our team's failure, or blaming staff members for not overdramatizing your injuries so that you avoid blame for your lack of conditioning. " Kobe on Shaq being a leader
No.
Each has a player option for the second year.
Shannon had Early Bird rights so the Lakers could offer him more.
Barnes got all the rest of the MLE which is a little better than the vet’s minimum.
The Lakers couldn’t pay Barnes more than they did.
You see? You see? Your stupid minds! Stupid! Stupid!
Welcome back, Shannon!
Hey if repeating as champions were that easy even the Spurs could do it.
by olf on Aug 6, 2010 1:39 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
by Ben R on Aug 7, 2010 2:05 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
LSD?
I don't do it for your thanks, I do it because I had a calling, but I do love the support you give me and my Soldiers.
by Sarge Clemins on Aug 7, 2010 2:25 PM PDT up reply actions
That's what his opponents feel like they took when he flies through the air.
"There are no "Kobe Lovers", just people who are right." - Gil Meriken
by SoCalGal on Aug 7, 2010 2:29 PM PDT up reply actions 4 recs
haha!
I don't do it for your thanks, I do it because I had a calling, but I do love the support you give me and my Soldiers.
by Sarge Clemins on Aug 7, 2010 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions
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