Wednesday Night Trade/Free Agent Open Thread
by DexterFishmore on Dec 14, 2011 4:47 PM PST
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So let me get this straight...
CP3 can’t come to the Lakers because we’re too big of a market…..
News flash: The Clippers are in the SAME FUCKING MARKET!
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
by LakerAce on Dec 14, 2011 4:49 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Pau and Bynum
gonna go HAM from now on since they kno their time is now
wow....
today’s been such a bad day.
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Fucking bullshit.
The package the Hornets would have received in the deal with the Lakers was as good or better, without a doubt.
Better how?
Sure, with the Lakers package, the Hornets would have avoided being the worst team in the league… but they would have been stuck in mediocrity for years to come. This allows NO to rebuild and sell the team with a clean slate.
Don’t get me wrong. Stern handled this horribly. But in the end, the Hornets are better off from every angle. Obviously, I’m a Clips fan, so I’m sure I’ll get destroyed here for stating the truth. Have at it.
See you on Monday!
At least I'm also a Redskins fan... oh wait. My sports life sucks.
Oh I get it!
Because the Hornets would have been forced to keep the players they got in the Laker trade for the next five years! Of course!
The Clippers Trade was better for the Hornets as it initially stood
the Lakers/Rockets trade could have potentially turned out better for the Hornets, but it was about as likely as DH12 coming to the Lakers if CP3 had joined us. (possible-to-probable, but it wasn’t definite by any means)
I'm always thinking one step ahead. Like a carpenter, that makes stairs. -The Office
by Jonny Somers-Harris on Dec 15, 2011 7:01 AM PST up reply actions
maybe the clippers are going to trade him to us? :)
"our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
"When Jordan retired, you just thought a player like that wouldn’t come along again. But then Kobe almost immediately drew those comparisons, and that says it all. He established his own identity as one of the best players to ever play the game." -Hakeem
lol
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Oh hey
congratulations to the Clippers for getting away with highway robbery and no one even thinking twice about the idea. All cuz everyone expects Minnesota to REALLY suck
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I think that we should go after Ridnour....we need a functioning pg
"El Hombre es esclavo de lo que dice y Amo de lo que calla"
by Jonny 4 F1ng3rs on Dec 14, 2011 4:51 PM PST reply actions
Ridnour
Billups, Mo Williams, Dragic, Davis, are pretty available
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Billups is about to get bought out
he’s not going to agree to be there with their glut of PGs
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Yeah, Wojo twitted that.
"El Hombre es esclavo de lo que dice y Amo de lo que calla"
by Jonny 4 F1ng3rs on Dec 14, 2011 4:55 PM PST up reply actions
If Mo is amnestied, it's only Billups and CP3 at the point.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
and bledsoe
and williams would’ve been amnestied before they took on Billups if he was going to be
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
umm no
he’s short and he’s not a better playmaker than Paul
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
oops, i meant outside of paul :D
and he’s a good shooter to spread the floor. And his size is good for a combo guard, so he can start off on 2 and play backup 1. he’s played a lot of 2 for denver with ty lawson, and he’s done kobe guarding jobs before
he’s still their 2nd best guard—they’re not going to waste it on playing him as paul’s backup only.
He'll be Paul's backup
he’s not a SG. he’s a PG and has never played without the ball like that
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
billups has shown the ability to play off the ball and so has paul
i’d imagine he would be paul’s backup when paul’s resting, but he’ll probably start off as the starting 2 guard rather than on the bench. (kind of like pau plays PF & C for us)
Dude, Billups
was pissed at not having a chance to be the starting PG in NYC. What makes you think, he’ll wanna play behind CP3 if they don’t have the championship or bust mentality?
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I think he played SG for team USA
I will die a Lakers fan
"All glory is fleeting" - Gen. George S. Patton, Jr.
by midnightrider1961 on Dec 15, 2011 4:07 AM PST up reply actions
completely different circumstance
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I forgot about Dragic....I really like his game, pretty crafty
"El Hombre es esclavo de lo que dice y Amo de lo que calla"
by Jonny 4 F1ng3rs on Dec 14, 2011 4:54 PM PST up reply actions
If this doesn't prove collusion against the Lakers, I don't know what does.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Seriously.
The NBA is officially rigged. It’s actually affecting my anticipation of the season.
How does CP feel about the Clips?
Because now he really has ammo for a lawsuit.
He's not opting out after this year
so I think he’s happy about it.
You said Ammo...
For me its the consistent inconsistency that concerns me - PAGFL
It's always AMMO Time, in spirit- DexterFishmore
lebron should just lock himself away and not talk for the rest of forever-LA32
Wow
Lookin’ fine ammo.
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
When they get a bench and a better C sure
until then, their front line is an athletic best of pump fake fouls
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I never said it was
lol
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
You missed the point...which is if their starters are pretty dominant they might be able to get by without a strong bench...I didnt make that clear
Da Bears....enuff said
Except
we’ve always had timely bench contributions and as good as griffin and jordan are, I can’t believe you’re comparing them to our starting bigs.
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I think folks must be smoking griffin
folks talking about him like CP3 just got paired up with Shaq in his prime
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
It would be fair to say he has probably worked on his game and improved
2nd full year in the league. Im curious to see what he has new in his arsenal
Da Bears....enuff said
I'm sure he has
but I’m just saying that’s how people are acting. Like he’s a 30 ppg player or something
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
yes they were
and he very well could be a 30 ppg player this year with CP3, but I don’t expect him to become Shaq in a year even with his beast workout routines
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I'm not saying you specifically
just my Twitter TL
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
plus they have something that has given us fits which is unlimited athleticism
They are setting themselves up quite nicely..I wonder how they are gonna use Billups
Da Bears....enuff said
yeah, but not all of it is concentrated into bit players like OKC
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Its ok, he seems to be a fairweather guy anyway
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 5:04 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
Fairweather? hahahahahaha
because i dont see the Lakers thru purple tinted glasses? Because i recognize the fact that this team is in trouble heading to the future? Because i see that we are in a bad spot moving forward with no cap space, an aging roster, and havent developed any young players to have any type of major role with the team? aaah Ok so anybody who doesnt have an absolutely positive outlook for the Lakers is fairweather. GTF Outta here with that dumb shyt.
Da Bears....enuff said
This coming from someone who just joined last year.
were you even a Laker fan before this most recent back to back? Or you jumped on the bandwagon with alot of other people? again GTF outta here questioning my loyalty to the squad. Do something useful and jump in FRONT of the heat bandwagon lame
Da Bears....enuff said
by EmmCeee on Dec 14, 2011 5:35 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
I could care less about making myself "look" better lol
I said what i had ta say and moved on. No need to beat a dead horse lol
Da Bears....enuff said
That's enough.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
basketball reasons?
Da Bears....enuff said
by EmmCeee on Dec 14, 2011 6:14 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
so the hornets are tankin nice D Stern
would’ve had a better chance of makin playoffs with the 1st deal with the lakers but this is just soooooooooooooo asinine
I'm glad this shit is over
I want Bynum to come out of that suspension like man on a mission.
"El Hombre es esclavo de lo que dice y Amo de lo que calla"
by Jonny 4 F1ng3rs on Dec 14, 2011 4:53 PM PST reply actions
I think he will
Mat Latos is the real deal...Go Lakers, Pads, and Bolts
by mrbarneydangles on Dec 14, 2011 7:15 PM PST up reply actions
CP3 alley oops too
Blake and Jordan gonna be heard like infinite times
Epically awful mane
They upped their roster count to 9 though
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
so the group buying the hornets now are like
Championship or Bust right!!!!
Lakers vs. Clippers WCF
Lakers got HC all 7 games!!!
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
what is wrong with D Stern
toad look m fer really screwed up
I am thoroughly disgusted with the league right now
Stern et al are a joke
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
now clipper definitely makin the playoffs plus
CLIPPERS ARE IN LA what happened to stars goin to big markets stupid D stern and his hypocritcal BS
NBA is totally a joke WTF
better deal and better players Stern screw U but glad keepin pau and bynum after this trade mess but LO dey kno dey kno u sensitive pancake baller
Haha what?
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
Odom+Scola+Martin+Dragic+1st round pick >>>>>> Gordon+Kaman+Aminu+pick
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Gordon is the best player out of all that
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:03 PM PST up reply actions
Even so, the first deal provides waaay more depth and talent.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
why be a 7th or 8th seed....every year
if you want to rebuild you have to go from scratch
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:04 PM PST up reply actions
you don't have to rebuild from 0-81 in order to rebuild properly
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
its harder though, teams like the 76ers, Bobcats, Hornets
are all teams who are at the end of the lottery or 7th, 8th seed, and stay the same
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:06 PM PST up reply actions
Each team you named
had different circumstances. They either one were mismanaged, Hornets/Bobcats, or had misplaced their faith in the wrong person as the franchise player, Sixers. the Sixers have enough assets to start completely over with far more than what NO just got for CP3. They would get the picks and bit players and would only be out the above average upside guard that isn’t a franchise player yet either
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Most of the teams that are mired in mediocrity
have incompetent owners and GMs.
have you seen their roster
Eric gordon gonna become another guy who avg 25ppg on a crappy team then when he does get on a team with talent he’ll be past his prime
lol he damn near did that last year on the Clippers
I think he might lead the league in scoring lol
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:07 PM PST up reply actions
well now he'll be #1
their is no #2 on the hornets offensively so yeah if hes allowed to shot jack all over the place cuz he can shoot lights out from range
No, he won't
ok, I thought people underrated him before, but clearly we’ve gone past that point.
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
our trade or gain, would be cap hell for the Hornets
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:05 PM PST up reply actions
Clearly you've never heard of making a trade
to further make another trade. One acquisition doesn’t mean that they can’t trade anyone else
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I understand what your saying, but if I was G.M. for a day
I would take Cap room, with a young star anyday instead of a over the cap 7th seed team…
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:11 PM PST up reply actions
Eric Gordon is hardly a "star."
He’s a very good player.
well to me theres stars and superstars
Eric Gordon is a star, I dont understand what else he has to do..no he isnt a superstar and might never be..
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:13 PM PST up reply actions
You don't base your franchise around Eric Gordon
I guess is what I was thinking.
or Joe Johnson but some franchises do
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:18 PM PST up reply actions
and they end up in the same place you just said you wouldn't want to be...
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I'm just saying...
this is what you wanted to avoid, but you admittedly are willing to build around a young star to get to the exact same point.
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
If I was a GM
I would take multiple short favorable contracts and trade them for picks and build with a mix of youth and veteran leadership not just have rookies out there getting destroyed like the Cavs did with their D-league roster half the year. It’s not like they got scrap overpaid players. The largest contract still would’ve been K-Mart/Okafor. they would’ve been under the cap and now they have to even reach the minimum salary floor by signing terrible players. Plus, they have to improve fast in order to keep Gordon there for more than the year he has before he can opt out.
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
No we do
but he’s not Chris Paul and he’s not good enough for a straight up trade
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
the new deal
makes the franchise more appealing to sell, that’s the ONLY reason this trade was approved.
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Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:05 PM PST up reply actions
Uhh so what
He’s not the only player involved, whats a better deal Kobe+ Jermaine Oneal + James Jones or OJ Mayo + Lamar Odom + Affalo?
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 5:07 PM PST up reply actions
And they were much younger players. I think I would probably take that too.
But right now as a Laker fan FUUUUUUUUU
That team will be mediocre every year and get low picks
At least now they’ll lose a lot more but have the potential with Gordon and future picks.
For who?
The Clippers or the Hornets? cuz if you mean the Lakers deal wasn’t good enough for the Clippers I agree.
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
The Lakers offer kept the Hornets competitive.
The Clippers package does not. Gordon will be good for years to come. Kaman will stay injured. Aminu has high upside but he hasn’t come close to realizing and probably never will. The lottery pick is only as good as the Hornets make it. That won’t lose. They’ll be slaughtered. Nevermind the fact that Ariza will be chucking inefficiently. Okafor isn’t much of scorer. Jack is serviceable. Belinelli is just a shooter. Am I missing somebody?
Kaman is a roster dump
and Aminu was far potentially horrible last year. The lottery pick is what people are most excited about, but depending on how bad minnesota is they might not even get that high of a pick. i’m thinking it’ll be outside of the top 10
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
They don't wanna be competitive now! They'll just lose in the first round of the playoffs.
They want future picks and be competitive in the future.
Not nearly?
It was even better, the only thing that put the Clippers’ offer over the top was the Minnesota pick, and I hope they make the playoffs.
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
does this mean Buss is all in on D-12?
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Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
oh man
the bloggers on twitter are going to be so insufferable.
by shaqfor3 on Dec 14, 2011 5:01 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Matt Moore in particular
it’s already hard enough
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
This feels like...
Getting punched in the face repeatedly…
so you go from one icompetent owner to another
CP3 can’t catch a break
I'd love to get Ridnour with the Sasha TPE, and Millsap or someone similar with the Lamar TPE.
Let’s finally add some depth and get on with it. Future is NOW.
M
"It's not who you are underneath. It's what you DO that defines you."
ugh......
Mitch is looking more like an idiot each day goes by and nothing happens. Do people realize the team that swept us last year got handed on a silver platter our third best player from last year?! And we got Kapono, Gerald Green, and some white dude from Duke. Ugh.
by Ador08 on Dec 14, 2011 5:05 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Gerald green isn't on the team
just on the training camp roster
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
lol right?
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
The Mitch bashing is surprising. Really?
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
I just ignore it and slide to "they don't know any better"
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 5:10 PM PST up reply actions
I agree. Its one thing to be passionate and pissed for the lack of movement
oh well. You’re right.
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
lol
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
Yeah, do people not remember the blockbuster deal he made LAST WEEK?
Did anyone see the collusion train coming? How can you fault him for that?
Yeah and Trevor Ariza and honestly he has done enough
that I don’t see a reason to talk shit.
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
Otis Smith on line one please
Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl Champs Tony Romo Super Bowl MVP
-Me, October 3,2011
calling bluff on that
he knows dwight isn’t sticking around would be stupid to pull a Cleveland part 2
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Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:11 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah but there's really no reason
for him not to just wait until the trade deadline to see if he can get a better offer.
unless if a team was to blow him away and say "take it or leave it"
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Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:16 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah
but I certainly hope we don’t offer a package that has that effect, since it would probably not be a good deal for us.
if you get the shaq of this era
i say you give whatever you can (except kobe)
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Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:23 PM PST up reply actions
But he is still the Shaq of this era
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
of this era
meaning he’s the most dominating big guy for the next few years
also, he’s more athletic and better defender playing with kobe the kid would blossom and become a menace
METS JETS NETS LAKERS........... OFWGKTA....FREE EARL. Odd Future Records.
Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:31 PM PST up reply actions
i'm with you
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
SCREW YOU and the horse you rode in on,
Mr “Basketball Reasons” Stern. Asswipe.
Time for that old fossil to resign.
Tornadoes suck.
We need to get over CP3 they way LO needs to get over being traded. Its done.
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
by Jelly Bean on Dec 14, 2011 5:10 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
I'm of the opinion
that this issue is bigger than the Lakers and Chris Paul.
But we lost Odom because Stern shit the bed
I’m still fearful that Mitch doesn’t have a ‘major plan’ here
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
we lost LO because Odom's ego couldn't take it.
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
this. as long as kobe+pau are wearing Laker uni
championships remain a possibility
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:13 PM PST up reply actions
hell yeah! The Lakers just need to improve at the PG position
and get additional players who can create from themselves on the perimeter. Easier said than done.
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agreed
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:20 PM PST up reply actions
thank god for your kind of fan
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
ummm
that’s pretty much all we have and artest
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
wow and its only been couple days of training camp and free angency
now all this happens to our team i’’m really happy for the clippers now i can finally watch a game from a smaller market thanks to this trade i’m so gracious of D Stern making this monumental trade hugs and kisses ,,,,…..
twittah (agroberman):
You become a Clipper looking like Chris Paul, and you leave looking like Baron Davis.
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by bluexfalcon on Dec 14, 2011 5:15 PM PST reply actions 7 recs
LMFAOOO
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:15 PM PST up reply actions
let's not wish that on chris paul
maybe after his two years are done with the clippers, he’ll go next door instead
I don't know about that. Maybe if he's healthy.
Two years are a long time especially in the NBA for a player a possible knee problem.
Because at the moment, he would be a healthy Chris Paul in Lakers uniform.....
barring anything in the medical records. Two years from now, he may not be healthy. The same can be true of any player.
Because we're in a win now attitude.. Until Kobe retires.
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"One thing LeBron James has won that Kobe Bryant never has, and never will: A bronze medal."- Josh Tucker
lol... the Lakers don't have a win now attitude..
they have win ALWAYS attitude… noob fan?
When will people learn.. the greatest of all time wore number 32 and wore purple and gold....
by lenxo on Dec 15, 2011 8:12 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Thank you.
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What is he gonna get hit by a bus?
i mean, knee problems are there yes, but he could easily keep playing well and being even more of a pure PG
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
he might ball out with the clips for 2yrs still averaging 20ppg 11asst 2stls
after that the knee problems act up since it takes a couple yrs for the affects to set in so by then he’ll be a risk
lol
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Or Greg Oden.
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"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
I have a conspiracy question. Just a thought.
Does anyone think that Dan Gilbert won’t use his amnesty on Baron because he doesn’t want the lakers to get him? Especially after the tiff he threw the other day when CP3 was a laker for like 3 hours
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when? today? It would be crazy if the Lakers got him
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Dont be shocked if it happens. You heard it here first.
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dont steal my thunder
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
Davis is broken
we don’t want him with his back hes slower than fish at this point
If he costs us practically nothing,
then why not?
yup.
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
Just move on from Baron Davis.
He can’t stay healthy and back problems are one of the worst injuries to have because they could be reoccurring.
Ask McGrady of 2011
how much he wishes he was McGrady of 2003
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Anyone have Mitch's fax number?
gonna remind him that Sasha’s TPE expires TOMORROW.
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Yea.
those are only good for 1 yr, Sasha was traded one year ago tomorrow
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when the other buss son got a DUI
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haha
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:19 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
we need to blow this team up
since you know everyone wants to be in LA but for the Clippers
So, how is this trade worthy of being let through and the Lakers/Rockets trade isn't???
Ugh, whatever. Stern is shown to be colluding to keep the Lakers down…not that this surprises anyone, nor will anything be done about it. Lakers just need to move on, get a PG and some roster depth, and do their best. They still have Kobe, Pau, and if Bynum can stay healthy…watch out! The Clippers still suck.
Feel bad for New Orleans fans, though. They have literally NO reason to go watch their team now.
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They're a younger group.
Its a better haul. I see why they wouldn’t want the player they got offered first. They would be stuck being mediocre for a while. It would be an awesome trade for a team that needs pieces but its a better situation to just blow it all up.
not gonna lie
that clips package was pretty enticing. Gordon AND the pick? That pick is like a mystery box. and EVERYONE loves mystery boxes.
That is probably pretty close
to the logic that was running through Stern’s stunted and childish mind.
The mystery box could be anything! It could even be a boat!
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by ZeroIndulgence on Dec 14, 2011 5:49 PM PST up reply actions
If you count Gordon-Oak alley-oops
there’s something there
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
MFW CP3 was traded to the Clippers.
We are worse than the Clippers now!!!!! PANIC!
Proud to be a brony.
by yoshifan on Dec 14, 2011 5:22 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
i think i see David Sten in that picture
YEEESSSS!!!
nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
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Who gave Sterling the keys to the STAPLES Center basement?!
by bluexfalcon on Dec 14, 2011 5:24 PM PST reply actions 3 recs
lmao!!
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
so he didn't want all the star players going to a big markets
so why do this probably they know how much the clippers are at sucking now they just created another problem with the lakers that they’ll probably lose money to the clips due them being young high flying and something the lakers haven’t been EXCITING
what about
GERALD HAMHOCKS
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
jesus christ.......
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 5:26 PM PST up reply actions
He's busy playing for the Broncos
Maybe when the season is over
by sumo390 on Dec 14, 2011 5:30 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
LMAO! oh shit!
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
there's literally no one else left on the market
Anthony Parker, Roger Mason, Delonte West are all gone now.
and Reggie Williams will get more money from other teams.
Reggie Williams got $2.5 million per year for two years from the Bobcats.
They signed him for pennies.
I think that backup is in camp and it just can’t be Kapono. He can’t guard a soul even if he tried. I don’t know if Ebanks, Green, or Millsap have the ballhandling for the job. Maybe they have enough of it to get it done. I don’t know. I’m just annoyed that they missed out on many athletic shooters that were on market.
barnes might be backup 2, though his handles are iffy
but then again, shannon brown wasn’t much better
That's true about Brown, but the Lakers had Odom as their secondary
ballhandler. He’s gone now.
They've needed one for quite a while unfortunately
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
so we have until tomorrow to use the TPE? both?
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:26 PM PST reply actions
Just sasha's TPE
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
use it to get Sasha back
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
my wish list at this point is Dalembert and a backup 2 guard
sign and trade for Afflao , is my longshot
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:31 PM PST reply actions
Affalo is filthy would be a huge signing
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:32 PM PST up reply actions
Clippers thinking of waiving Billups
WTF NOOOOOOOO! hes headed to MIA
he'll want to be traded
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
well maybe not Mo Williams anyone?
maybe he’ll join up with Lebron we know how much butt hurt he was last time "I almost thought of retiring
by Gr81LIVES on Dec 14, 2011 5:33 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
miami would be a great destination
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:34 PM PST up reply actions
if you love lebron james
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 5:34 PM PST up reply actions
good for billups lol
he wants to contend and start
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:37 PM PST up reply actions
Stern doesn't want stars to go to big markets
so he’s making Billups go to them instead.
NY → LA → Miami
has to move his kids AGAIN!!!
hahaha
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 5:34 PM PST up reply actions
he going out with coach negro for dinner
so the it me not you scenario
To watch or not to watch...
the preseason opener. Paul in Clipper uniform will be like a nightmare come true.
So I guess
Clippers will be our most dangerous division rival now?
Speaking of which Clippers have beaten each of the elite teams in the NBA at least once last season.
Proud to be a brony.
So the strongest to weakest team order in our division would be like this:
Lakers
Clippers
Suns
Warriors
Kings
Who knows? Suns always play well against us, but I dunno if they made any trades or signings to improve their roster. I do know that they have Shannon Brown, but that’s about it.
Proud to be a brony.
Yes they will be
very easily unless Warriors do something drastic here
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Billups to the Lakers?
wouldn’t that just be repetitive?
An old/slow “veteran”, has won championship and is a leader.
sound familiar?
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Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
so he's even worse?
i have to admit fish takes a charge like a boss
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:38 PM PST up reply actions
but in mike brown's system apples taste like shit
so it doesn’t matter either way
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:39 PM PST up reply actions
but playing a 7 game series against
chris paul and westbrook
who really cares if you have fish&billups? you need someone faster and can actually play D
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:44 PM PST up reply actions
Billups is actually a decent defender. Not bad at all
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
he's getting up there in age bro, do you trust his D?
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:46 PM PST up reply actions
More than I trust Fish's.
Your notion here that Billups is somehow equivalent to Fish is laughable.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
In your version of the world
do body parts just start falling off at random moments when you’re older than 30?
he's a better post defender
with a similarly strong upper body, but quicker legs that can deter guards better
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Difference: our old slow "veteran" has 5 championships to Billups' one. #JustSayin'
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and magic has 5 too
but still can’t discount the fact that his playing days are behind him…
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:17 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Doubt it
if anything, he’s most used to being an off guard having played with Lebron
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I like to wrap myself
in the comforting thought blanket that the clippers will continue to be “the clippers”, so there’s always hope for the future.
recap: bulls get their starting sg, memphis get back their c, clips get their pg star, no gets young and interesting, d12 gets off trading block then expresses irritation.
and no lakers action in all of this?
CP3 gets the message that hes going to play fo the clippers
Replies back ARE YOU SERIOUS BRO!?
any chance we snag disgruntled and money-looking stuckey?
we can offer 9mil s and t which could be acceptable to him knowing tis the lakers
Stuckey sucks the the below the belt dish
plus thats too much
i havent heard anything cool about him since 09
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 5:45 PM PST up reply actions
We're not trying to overpay anyone to be on the bench
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
LUPE IS THE MAN
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:45 PM PST up reply actions
he was,
now he’s a little less so. FOTP was ok, but production was uneven and took away from what could’ve been great
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Food and Liquor 2...
im ready
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:48 PM PST up reply actions
Same
still a Lupe supporter, he’s just dropped off a bit
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
the label screwed up lasers man
he’s still one of the better mainstream artist out there
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:55 PM PST up reply actions
Nah, I'm talking about Friend of the People
his latest mixtape from Thanksgiving. It was uneven with production and had nice concepts, but production did not help with implementation.
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I absolutely loved FOTP.
One of the most unique mixtapes I’ve ever heard. Lyrics were on par with his earlier stuff, and I personally liked him rapping over some dubstep/techno beats, which is completely subjective, of course. I think FOTP was what he wanted Lasers to be before Atlantic fuxed with the process. However, I’m ready for F&L2 to be some classic Lu again.
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
And he actually released
American Terrorist III, which made me wonder where in the hell American Terrorist II is lol.
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
I liked it, but even if the beats were nice
they often didn’t fit his delivery imo. I got no problem with alternative beats if he uses alternative flow and he didn’t. It just didn’t sound as crisp, but his flow was back to what it was before.
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I agree,
his delivery’s been lacking more lately. I mean, it was never his strong point, but I expect him to bring it on F&L2. SNDCLSH in Vegas was dope though.
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
if you get stuckey for about 5 million that would be a real good signing
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 5:45 PM PST up reply actions
sasha's tpe will be lowballing to his agent
anyway let him walk
just imagined the Heat winning it all
with their starting center being EDDIE CURRY………initiate head explosion
i hope that dwight's latest venting and his lack of anything said
only points to one thing: HE WANTS TO BE TRADED TO THE LAKERS
thinking of goin OJ on D Stern
just gotta keep killing that White B#$%H
we gave them Metta World Peace?
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 5:51 PM PST up reply actions
The Griz will want something for him.
They nearly had a sign and trade with the Pacers for McRoberts.
lol wold that be wrong to do?
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:53 PM PST up reply actions
No it wouldn't if you were able to trade McRoberts right now.
I think Griz need Mayo due to injury to their other two guard.
Forget it.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
Im so pissed off right now
The Lakers still have a great team and i dont necessarily think that if the CP3 trade went through the Lakers would have been a better team, yet the veto’ing of that trade has just caused pointless headaches, Lamar Odom had a nervous breakdown, we gave him away for really nothing and as each day passes by it seems Mitch did not have a plan B, i mean who can blame him, i don’t think anyone expected Stern to abuse his power like that…
Im not pissed off because another team got CP3, I’m pissed off because it seems the Laker organization is as confused as we are right now and have no sense of direction, but who can blame them, this week has just been in all honesty, a bitch…
awesome.
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
that actually looks like a real guy
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 5:54 PM PST up reply actions
Ira Winderman: Sense with Baron Davis is Lakers and Knicks, in that order, would be more attractive than Heat “culture” if he makes it through waivers.
Whatevs
at least we’ll be getting a player with a name that we recognize.
I think he will make it through
the bad back should scare teams
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:55 PM PST up reply actions
Knicks will get him
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 5:55 PM PST up reply actions
looking forward to seeing baron in action when his back heals in 2015.
Slava.
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He's HURT
I don’t want bad back ass Baron Davis
Is he really?
Billups tried scaring non-contenders off of signing him on waivers through attitude, it didn’t work… maybe feigning injuries is what comes next?
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by Saurav A. Das on Dec 16, 2011 5:40 AM PST up reply actions
He's got a confirmed bulging disc in his back.
And if he’s into faking shit, we definitely don’t need him.
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lol cmon Bxf, I know hes bad but I think he could help
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:58 PM PST up reply actions
I mean
we just signed a jump shooting PF that avoids the paint and can’t get his own shot off lol.
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Lakers will go through 2012 season without Chris Paul, Dwight Howard AND Lamar Odom. Hell, Stern might go back in time just to veto the Kobe-Divacs trade just to satisfy his basketball ass backwards bullshit reasons.
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by riversonfire on Dec 14, 2011 5:56 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
this year might the one where we actually lose the season series to the CLippers
we might even go 0-2 in preseason damn
"its hip to be Clip"
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 5:58 PM PST up reply actions
we prolly will go 0-2 in preseason
and it will still mean nothing. lol
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I hope the Clippers suck and we sign CP3 with our MLE.
There, I said it.
by LAMojo on Dec 14, 2011 5:56 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
One thing that I don't understand is that last year we were all talking about how awesome it
would be to sign Steve Blake and if he really would be more productive there should be no reason for all this PG talk and all we would be needing is a back up for Kobe and Bynum. I really think that Blake needs to be held more accountable for that contract. As Ben R pointed out before that the new offensive style of play is going to help him alot. Lets just see how we do with Blake.
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blake is really bad tho
i think his numbers were inflated by how bad the clippers were
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by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 5:59 PM PST up reply actions
yes lol
off with his contract
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I honestly don't even want Fish to be half of our PG rotation.
I want him to sit on the bench until the clock says “0.4” and be the best game-winning play decoy ever
rofl
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:00 PM PST up reply actions
doubt he comes back at this point mane.
Unless he thinks of retiring, which at that point he may do like they do in NFL and go back to the team they made their name with and retire there
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"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
he's too scorned
by the fact that Mitch tried to trade him, even though he isn’t remotely close to untouchable.
we shoulda got Ramond Sessions
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because he's good
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:03 PM PST up reply actions
He can't shoot, he's like a poor mans Rondo
Without the defense and rebounding
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 6:05 PM PST up reply actions
yes, why?
he cant shoot, and dominates the ball
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 6:02 PM PST up reply actions
he's gonna improve since he's so so so so young
and kobe would put his ass in line with the rest of them
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:04 PM PST up reply actions
he could improve but usually if a guy cant shoot at this point...
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 6:04 PM PST up reply actions
just ask Rajon rondo
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:06 PM PST up reply actions
dude he got like 23 assists or some shit in 1 game
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:04 PM PST up reply actions
but avg's like 5 assist..he had a nice game
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 6:05 PM PST up reply actions
forshadowing
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:06 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
LMAO
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He should know by now done deals mean nothing
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by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 6:02 PM PST reply actions
rofl dwight is dumb
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:04 PM PST up reply actions
So did we with CP3 to Lakers deal
Dwight, you’re not alone
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how about pulling out a trade with the bobcats for the Bobcats
for D.J augustin…they have kemba walker….so he’s probably expandable
he’s crazy quick and floor general
maybe better fit to defend faster point guards?
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Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
They have no reason to trade him.
Seeing as they have to see how Walker pans out.
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We always talk about how quick PGs destroy us
but we always end up beating them in the playoffs. We got swept last year by a team starting Jason Kidd.
yeah the irony
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different system...
we don’t run the triangle anymore therefore, we cannot disguise the fact that we have the WORST starting point guard in the NBA.
Mike Brown’s coaching philosophy is much different then that of Phil Jackson.
A change at the PG position is a necessity
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:08 PM PST up reply actions
i hope not
i really don’t want to turn into the cavs when lebron was there
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:10 PM PST up reply actions
lebron didn't have pau & drew on his team
and the cavs were actually very efficient on offense
point being, kobe will likely have a lot of ball handling & playmaking duties
i hope not
i really don’t want to turn into the cavs when lebron was there
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:11 PM PST up reply actions
Just because we don't run the triangle any more
doesn’t mean we’re going to be running Fisher PnR’s all day.
not saying we will
but the point guard’s role will be bigger then the role fish played as a spot up shooter w/ the triangle.
And we just cannot have that.
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:12 PM PST up reply actions
agreed
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:15 PM PST up reply actions
MJ won't approve
just because Kobe’s with us
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lol
and the spurs too
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:07 PM PST up reply actions
oh shit!!! it got tagged!!!!!
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:07 PM PST up reply actions
hey was Lamar in our victory Jeep? I know Phil was
cant remember?..well we need a new 1
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 6:11 PM PST reply actions
we had 2 diff ones
the original was with sahsa then as he was traded we got the luke won
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:15 PM PST up reply actions
because luke has swag
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:18 PM PST up reply actions
so does Mike Brown enter the car now?
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 6:15 PM PST reply actions
Nah, he hasn't earned a seat yet.
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He probably thought he was in the Clippers facility
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by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 6:16 PM PST reply actions
Would be cool getting him.
He’s only one season removed from being a borderline All-Star.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
I don't know anything about Troy Murphy
What can you tell me? And more importantly, is it likely he’ll hold up for the entire season? I don’t think I can take Theo Ratliff, part 2
by SmokeAndAshes on Dec 14, 2011 6:44 PM PST up reply actions
He'll only be playing spot minutes, so it's not exactly a big risk.
Anyways, he’s a stretch four, but can shoot solidly from outside and he cleans up the defensive boards well. He had a bad year last season since he was jerked around in the Nets’ and Celtics’ lineups, but I think he can do well in our system in which he’ll have plenty of open looks.
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Ok, cool...
wait, is he a PF or a C? Isn’t it a backup centre that we need?
by SmokeAndAshes on Dec 14, 2011 6:50 PM PST up reply actions
Oh, that's good, then.
The team needa all the depth we can get
by SmokeAndAshes on Dec 14, 2011 7:30 PM PST up reply actions
He started for the Pacers only 2 years ago.
Doubt he’s Ratliff part 2.
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For vet's min? Excellent pickup.
If remember right, he can shoot 3’s and is a beast on the boards.
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Lakers are making all the signings that should have been down the past 2 years lol
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Fuck Michael Jordan...
Another horrible owner who doesn’t know how to manage his team and hates that charlotte can’t be the Lakers…
When will people learn.. the greatest of all time wore number 32 and wore purple and gold....
he spoke out about the CP3 to lakers trade as well
that’s the reason for this?
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:19 PM PST up reply actions
So this is the Clips team as of now?
PG Chris Paul / Chauncey Billups / Mo Williams / Eric Bledsoe
SG Randy Foye / ?
SF Caron Butler / Ryan Gomes
PF Blake Griffin / Ike Diogu
C DeAndre Jordan / ?
How many games does this group win?
yea
40-26 should be playoffs
by KobeBryantSlamDunkGiant on Dec 14, 2011 6:19 PM PST up reply actions
38-28
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:19 PM PST up reply actions
50 win team EASILY
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:22 PM PST up reply actions
out of 66 games?
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
It'll take them a while to get in sync but they'll still win early
I think they are exciting out of the chute and win early. Teams will have trouble adjusting to the athleticism. Then, the adjustments will come and the Clips will lose some.
As the season progresses the unit will come together and be tough down the stretch.
Out of 66, I’ll say 42-45 wins.
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by LakersForTrey on Dec 14, 2011 11:30 PM PST up reply actions
40
top 5 in the West maybe depending on health. My main question is about Caron
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out of 66?
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"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
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oh ok
thought u meant this season
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Kapono will eat CP3's children
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:18 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Kobe told me he plans on wearing knee compression sleeves all year (seen here: http://on.nba.com/u9C8DZ). Bryant: “Just keeps them warm.”
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luke looks like a beast
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:20 PM PST up reply actions
love how he just gives not shit about his uniform, leaves it all sloppy and shit like a thug
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:22 PM PST up reply actions
That fool is the man
Maybe Luke can hold it down at point.
by datboyeddiep on Dec 14, 2011 6:23 PM PST up reply actions
U of A in this bitch
Leaving Jimmer Fredette open for 3 is like leaving Brad Pitt alone with your wife. You know he's gonna hit it.
by RA37thriller on Dec 14, 2011 9:04 PM PST up reply actions
they look cool man
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:21 PM PST up reply actions
that should be our starting 5
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:24 PM PST up reply actions
Stern will ban them once everyone starts wearing them
just like when he used to wear compression leggings
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Well, the Finals will be at Staples this year
Except there won’t be anybody wearing purple and gold jerseys.
PG Paul
SG Foye
SF Butler
PF Griffin
C Jordan
Boys, that is a nasty lineup.
We don’t have the best team in the building any more.
Glad the Clippers don’t come from a “major market.”
NBA = WWE = riggola.
Wonder if Michael Jordan and Dan Gilbert will oppose this one.
The Clippers are now younger and faster than OKC, and have more talent.
Hate to say it, but the Clips ought to be favorites in the West.
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by LakersForTrey on Dec 14, 2011 6:22 PM PST up reply actions
LOL, you think the Clippers are going to the Finals?
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take a look at that lineup
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by LakersForTrey on Dec 14, 2011 6:22 PM PST up reply actions
she died
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:23 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
i mean
she did
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by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:23 PM PST up reply actions
uhhh
ROFL
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by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:29 PM PST up reply actions
ROFL. Really?
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Do you think we stack up to this?
PG Paul
SG Foye
SF Butler
PF Griffin
C Jordan
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by LakersForTrey on Dec 14, 2011 6:23 PM PST up reply actions
Uhhh FUCK YES
Don’t make me break it down position by position
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 6:26 PM PST up reply actions
Uhhh, tell me how
Paul toasted the Lakers in the playoffs and they had NOBODY ELSE. Now he has Griffin to toss to, or Jordan, or Butler. ’Scuse me, who on the Lakers is going to D-up to that? Too much speed and athleticism.
Blake will have the edge over Pau.
CP3 will obliterate whoever the Lakers put up against him.
Bynum can best Jordan, but it won’t be a walkover.
Kobe would beat Butler but, again, not a complete dusting.
The Lakers have a crappy second unit. Don’t know about the Clips.
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by LakersForTrey on Dec 14, 2011 11:58 PM PST up reply actions
Good Interviews.
You see? You see? Your stupid minds! Stupid! Stupid!
When you have the solarminite, you have nothing - nor does the universe!
I stopped reading when you said Blake is better than Pau
by 82 games of pain! on Dec 15, 2011 3:42 AM PST up reply actions
I stopped reading when you said Pau
…/4am humour
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by Jonny Somers-Harris on Dec 15, 2011 4:18 AM PST up reply actions
Blake over Pau?
Maybe in 5 years when Blake develops a consistent jumper….
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I know who they are...get real.
Look at the talent in that group.
Paul and Griffin = as good a 1-2 as there is in league.
Butler, Jordan and Foye can play.
Laugh it off if you want.
Somehow, I don’t think you’re really laughing.
You know what just happened, just like I do.
Even Sterling won’t be able to screw this up
…at least not right away.
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by LakersForTrey on Dec 14, 2011 6:26 PM PST up reply actions
Dude the damn Heat
Didn’t beat Dallas with Lebron, Wade and Bosh and you are telling me that Paul and Griffin is a more stacked team than the Heat?
by Funkensteinn on Dec 14, 2011 6:29 PM PST up reply actions
Of course they are. They have Chris Paul and Blake Griffin who are both better than James and Wade.
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Tweetness
I'm glad yours is; looks like some others are not.
{look below}
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Tweetness
Anybody here read at past the third grade level?
I said in the Finals. Didn’t say they’d win it.
You guys are funny.
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by LakersForTrey on Dec 14, 2011 6:32 PM PST up reply actions
They'll make the playoffs
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
And the Lakers
I mean holy shit, Pau Gasol, Andrew Bynum (if healthy) and Kobe frikkin’ Bryant, i can’t believe how much people are over-reacting to this, other teams would die to have our lineup
by Funkensteinn on Dec 14, 2011 6:25 PM PST up reply actions
yeah we hit the lottery bitch
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:28 PM PST up reply actions
Say Whaaaaaaat!
Can you get banned for blasphemy?
That’s a horrible comment. Lakers dominate in a 7 game series!
by datboyeddiep on Dec 14, 2011 6:25 PM PST up reply actions
he's a damn shoebie!!
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:29 PM PST up reply actions
LOL
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
get that shit outta here
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:29 PM PST up reply actions
As far I'm concerned
Durant > Griffin. westbrook is still a bitch to cover for anyone. Harden, Ibaka, and Perkins will give their frontline fits. They’re not better than OKC
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Yes,
Blake’s good, but his skill level is not near Durant’s.
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
You're kidding, right?
Griffin had essentially his rookie year and was lights out, with not much support around him. Wait until he and Paul are on the same page, which shouldn’t take long.
Griffin is a stone beast and Paul is going make him All Pro.
Look, what I wanted was CP3 to be able to make Bynum All Pro
I hated losing Odom and Gasol, but I figured Paul and Bynum would be spectacular, even if Howard didn’t come our way. Now we still don’t have a PG, lost the 6th man of the year for zero on-court value (couldn’t care less about the tax benefits), and we’re a weaker team.
A year older…and weaker.
The Lakers got screwed over in all this and, at the end of the day, this trade got NO less value. It was a crooked deal.
Former LakersForDeuce: "The 2010 champs made me up the ante and change my name!"
by LakersForTrey on Dec 15, 2011 12:07 AM PST up reply actions
Blake is a freak of nature as an athlete,
there is no disputing that. He is not nearly as SKILLFUL as Durant is. Just like LeBron isn’t nearly as skillful as Kobe despite being like two times the athlete anyone in the world is. I have no doubt Paul will make him even better, that was completely irrelevant to my comment. In fact, what does any of that have to do with my comment?
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
quick thoughts laker fans..
soo mitch came out and said that the lakers werent done doing deals, well…..who else is there? i was thinking, and pls help me out here, because i dont know if these players are free agents or what have you, but, what about trading for josh smith? or andre igoudala? or both? the lakers need a pg as well. again, i dont know if they are FA’s, but something to thinka bout.
by Mark Jaramillo on Dec 15, 2011 7:38 AM PST up reply actions
you're the one kidding right?
Durant is way way way better than Griffin. Sure Griffin would always be in Sportscenter highlights but in on court value Durant is superior, even Pau is superior at this point. Maybe in 2 – 3 years we can again talk about it
Griffin is not better than Durant at their positions
Durant is the second/third best Sf in the league. Griffin isn’t even in the top 5 PGs
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
that should be PFs
before someone comes here and corrects it
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Which 5 PFs are you putting ahead of Griffin?
"SCORES 81 POINTS AND AVERAGE 35 A GAME
...Media chooses ball distributor as mvp
TAKES A HIT IN POINTS/STATS TO HELP TEAM WIN 2 STRAIGHT CHAMPIONSHIPS
...Media gives mvp to ball-dominant guard" - theshmoes, on Kobe Bryant.
by Saurav A. Das on Dec 16, 2011 5:49 AM PST up reply actions
This ain't football. Do they have All Pro teams in the NBA?
Griffin is a stone beast and Paul is going make him All Pro.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
No to everything you just typed
Butler just came off major injury.
Paul just came off major injury.
Griffin just came off major injury.
They don’t have a coach.
They have terrible ownership.
You are overselling a team full of hype.
They’ve never won a single playoff series, except for Chris Paul.
That's not entirely true
He’s got a developing face-up game.
You don’t just average 22 & 12 (and 4 assists to boot) by being a Dunk-only guy.
22 & 12. by the basic numbers, Blake had a better year
I know that Gasol is the better player, but you’re dismissing Blake a little too easily here
I'm always thinking one step ahead. Like a carpenter, that makes stairs. -The Office
by Jonny Somers-Harris on Dec 15, 2011 7:07 AM PST up reply actions
Blake Griffin is asked to do what for the Clippers
and what is Pau asked to do for the Lakers. Pau is by far the better player here and the complex things he does on the court in a system of all great players is > than what Griffin does as a highlight reel jumper on his team. He’s like an athletic Kevin Love. Monster numbers, lesser results.
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I like this. I want the whole league and every body to look down on and forget about us.
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
motivation for sure..
Battle for L.A. :)
by PurpYellow2428 on Dec 14, 2011 6:30 PM PST via iPhone app up reply actions
I love the Lakers
But God damn I hate the NBA. I’m only watching Laker games this year, the rest of the league does not exist.
by TuckyYeyo on Dec 14, 2011 6:28 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Adrian Wojnarowski: Unreal. The NBA is making Dell Demps talk on a conference call with David Stern tonight. Just unreal.
It means David Stern removed Demps' balls and is now making him do a conference call with them on the table in front of him.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
jesus christ
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:34 PM PST up reply actions
it's kind of like if your girlfriend cheated on you, and then made you walk her down the aisle as she gets married to the dude she cheated on you with.
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
by hobojarpen on Dec 14, 2011 6:31 PM PST up reply actions 5 recs
Win.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
interesting...
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I hope Demps outs Stern and tells the whole sordid deal, then walks.
Former LakersForDeuce: "The 2010 champs made me up the ante and change my name!"
by LakersForTrey on Dec 14, 2011 6:37 PM PST up reply actions
Boys, I'm a Lakers fan — but I live in the real world
You can’t look at the Clippers lineup and disregard what just took place.
Paul and Griffin are going to be explosive. Nothing less.
Howard’s not coming.
We don’t have a second unit.
I hope Mitch/Buss come up with something awesome.
Former LakersForDeuce: "The 2010 champs made me up the ante and change my name!"
We're not saying they suck.
They’ll be good. No doubt about that. But your comment about them making the finals right away is just……..seriously. Don’t pull off a victory parade when the team hasn’t even played a game yet (ala Miami Heat)
They have no two guard, Butler has been crap recently, and Jordan is heavily overrated.
That and they have no bench. Why should we be overly worried again?
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
Im pretty sure you live in much different world then the rest of us
How is CP3 + Griffin, Better than Kobe+Gasol+Bynum ??? Griffin can’t play defense! How is he gonna guard Gasol/Dirk/Duncan (even Old Duncan)/Randolph?
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 6:34 PM PST up reply actions
LOL @ people thinking Clippers are now the team to beat.
I’ll bet money they won’t even be better than the Lakers this year. People are in a panic because we haven’t made any moves except for giving up Odom. We aren’t done yet people, and what we have is still good enough to win it all.
As long as Bynum can stay healthy I expect big things from him. That also benefits Pau, as we can all remember he shut down after taking the bulk of the mins when Bynum was injured to start last season. Having a healthy Bynum benefits Pau and benefits our team.
Chris Paul and Dwight Howard aren’t the only two players in this league that can make a difference. Our FO isn’t done making moves. We will have a solid team this year. We just have to get through all this bullshit first.
Bamboozled.
lets just forfeit and trade Kobe for Deng
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:33 PM PST up reply actions
Who is this Luther
I only know of LUTHA!
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 6:35 PM PST up reply actions
I think you're on to something...
Look guys, we had a good run, but I think I speak for everyone here when I say it’s time for the Lakers to be contracted.
I'm down with that.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
Woj..
"@WojYahooNBA: Unreal. The NBA is making Dell Demps talk on a conference call with David Stern tonight. Just unreal."
What’s going on?
by PurpYellow2428 on Dec 14, 2011 6:34 PM PST via iPhone app reply actions
"had"?
The dude still has swag.
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
A.J. Burnett's only fan!
People need to chill the fuq out...
The Lakers are still THE Lakers. Thats aristocracy right there. The own castles and forests and shit. The Clips are new money who bought a McMansion in a gated community.
You wanna marry aristocracy with all that comes with it. Or new money?
Now think. Where the fuck the prime players wanna go?
When will people learn.. the greatest of all time wore number 32 and wore purple and gold....
by lenxo on Dec 14, 2011 6:35 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Lmao, that's the funniest thing I've read all day!!!
The Lakers are still THE Lakers. Thats aristocracy right there. The own castles and forests and shit. The Clips are new money who bought a McMansion in a gated community.
It made me feel so much better. Thank you! :)
by SmokeAndAshes on Dec 14, 2011 6:39 PM PST up reply actions
lmao
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Build a moat!
---
Revenge is ice cream.
by HaikenEdge on Dec 14, 2011 7:16 PM PST up reply actions 3 recs
McDonald's first, then the Lakers.
Now think. Where the fuck the prime players wanna go?
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
They should sign Luther head while they have the chance
then they’ll be winners for the next 7 years as Luther Head dreams of surpassing Kobe and Jordan as the greatest SG of all time
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Dreams?
he is the greatest SG of this era already
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 6:37 PM PST up reply actions
He is
he just needs the hardware to make sure there’s no question in anyone’s mind
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Hrm, if we can't pick up Davis or someone like Ridnour via the Sasha TPE.
Then I’d be amenable to doing a Gasol/Bynum for Nelson/Turk/Howard swap if Mitch has a Millsap or Varejeo deal lined up with the Odom TPE. Otherwise, we should wait it out for a Bynum deal seeing as Orlando will probably keep Dwight into the year and the Nets are going to suck terribly with no big additions.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
Yep yep
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
great idea
But for some reason im hopeful about Bynum, I personally think he might be a beast this year, don’t get me wrong Dwight Howard is better, but if Bynum has an amazing year, i don’t know if i want to trade him, even for Dwight
by Funkensteinn on Dec 14, 2011 6:41 PM PST up reply actions
Bynum would have to be pretty damn good to eclipse Dwight.
Like MVP/DPOY good. Even if he was that good, I’d prefer Dwight because he’s practically indestructible. That said, I agree that Bynum is going to look solid this year.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
The problem with Bynum is his health.
If it wasn’t for his healthy I would be contempt with keeping him. But Dwight is already better than him and has always been healthy so it’s a great improvement over Bynum for those reasons.
Bamboozled.
i'd be completely fine with keeping current roster, and then adding complementary pieces via TPE.
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
Only reason i say this
Is because in all honesty i cannot see us getting Dwight without giving up Pau, i think Otis would rather take the Nets deal, but if i was given the opportunity to turn Pau Gasol into a great guard or two solid players to compliment Kobe and a beast Bynum, i would hesitate on D12, not saying D12 isn’t better than Bynum now, but Bynum can still dominate almost any center in the league and building around him and Kobe would not be the most idiotic move and could land the Lakers a championship
by Funkensteinn on Dec 14, 2011 6:44 PM PST up reply actions
Yup
Right now I’m expecting the same starting lineup as last year on Christmas. And honestly, Fisher/Bryant/Artest/Gasol/Bynum is still among the best in the Western Conference, even though I think we all hoped for some tweaks.
I don’t see a Gasol/Bynum swap happening. I wish Odom were still here and hopefully a few more bench upgrades are made before the start of the season.
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
A.J. Burnett's only fan!
Any chance Mitch just lets the Sasha TPE expire?
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
by Joshua S on Dec 14, 2011 7:38 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
lol
MagicJohnson: Donald Sterling is doing everything he can to try to win the first championship for the Clippers.
lol gotta love Magic
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Well, he sold the Lakers already so he's looking for a new team.
Someone should tell him Sterling won’t let him rent one of his apartments.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
well he's not lying...He is trying to do everything he can
whether or not it happens is a different storyhe nd
Da Bears....enuff said
unless sterlin's selling the clippers, he ain't doing jack in trying to win the first title for the clippers
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
I wanna save all these tweets when CP3 leaves in two years
Or the Clips trade him next year
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 6:44 PM PST up reply actions
as for the hornets...
Kaman’s gone after this season (or probably even before), who knows about Aminu, I bet Gordon will leave when his contract is up, and after they all leave, whomever the Hornets draft with Minny’s pick will obviously want to leave as well. Wouldn’t be surprised if this ultimately resulted in the Hornets becoming the Seattle Sonics.
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
Yeah and David Stern's gonna get Exec of the Year.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
by Joshua S on Dec 14, 2011 7:39 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
And yet Kobe is going to pass you up in rings Magic. Just give it time.
"Hate me or love me. Its one or the other; always has been. Hate my game, my swagger. Hate my fadeaway, my hunger. Hate that I'm a veteran. A champion. Hate that. Hate it with all your heart. And hate that I'm loved for the exact same reasons." - Kobe Jelly Bean Bryant
Assuming there are no more big trades....
Here is my prediction for the West standings:
1. OKC
2. Mavs
3. Lakers
4. Nuggets
5. Clippers
6. Grizzlies
7. Warriors
8. Rockets
Had Denver up high because they’re a very deep team which means they can handle this condensed season better than most other teams.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Still a very deep team at all positions.
They have Afflalo and Rudy at SG, and Al Harrington at PF
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
They aren't good enough for the 4th seed. If anything the Blazers get it before them
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 6:48 PM PST up reply actions
Blazers just lost Roy, and Oden is out as well.
I’d be surprised if they make the playoffs.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Dude they've been gone since 09
They still have Aldridge,Wallace,Matthews,Felton,Batum,etc.
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 6:51 PM PST up reply actions
Forgot they still had Wallace
Still, don’t see them any higher than the 7th seed.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Well they turned Andre Miller into Felton
And they are most likely getting Crawford, They could be a top 4 team
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 6:58 PM PST up reply actions
Blazers just took the Mavericks to Game 6 in the first round this past season.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
Scumbag Lakers, make fun of Blazers, take less games off the Mavericks then them. =(. Blazers are still solid but why in the world are the Warriors your number 7.
might wanna ask the guy who made the list
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
damn, forgot the Spurs...
I’d put them in at 6, above the Grizzlies.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
LOL was about to say...
METS JETS NETS LAKERS........... OFWGKTA....FREE EARL. Odd Future Records.
Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
by YoungMoney24 on Dec 14, 2011 6:47 PM PST up reply actions
A deep team? Not right now.
I might be biased but I still see the Lakers on top. OKC will be right there too, but after we use our TPEs we should have a well rounded team with a new system and great motivation. I think the Lakers come out with fire in their eyes.
Bamboozled.
yeah that sasha TPE is making me sweat
Its expiring, i hope Mitch is planning on using it, the Odom TPE could land us a really good player im presuming
by Funkensteinn on Dec 14, 2011 6:48 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah he better use it.
I actually have a feeling Mitch is going to save Odom’s TPE for now. I’m not sure how it works but it might be needed to work a deal with Orlando. And as long as there is still a chance I think he will hold onto it.
Bamboozled.
hmm.
1. OKC
2. DAL
3. LAL
4. SAS
5. LAC
6. MEM
7. HOU
8. GS
and I have DEN and SAC just outside the top 8.
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
Why has everyone forgotten the Blazers exist?
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 6:49 PM PST up reply actions
oh shoot. you're right. completely forgot about POR.
I’d revise it to this then:
1. OKC
2. DAL
3. LAL
4. SAS
5. LAC
6. POR
7. MEM
8. HOU
…with GS/DEN/SAC/Utah just outside looking in.
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
1. LAL
2. OKC
3. DAL
4. POR
5. SAS
6. LAC
7. MEM
8. GS
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Kwame is going to push GS into the playoffs?
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
by Joshua S on Dec 14, 2011 7:40 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
If eveyone is healthy on that team,
they could make the 8th spot in the west.
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Hmm...
@NBA At 6:45pm/PST, Commissioner Stern & the Hornets will host a media conference call. NBA.com stream: on.nba.com/vXVtya
No
He’s going to have a good laugh about how badly he trolled us over the past week.
Christian Ponder: Super Bowl 50 MVP for the Minnesota Vikings
For Basketball Reasons
You know, at first I was really thinking people are being reactionary, but then I remembered the Hornets in the playoffs last year
Turn Carl Landry into Blake Griffin and Bellineli into Billups :(…..CP3 still has Fish to torment, o god I hate this lol
Who cares what they think they're getting
it’s up to Chauncey whether he does it
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Except that they have no defender in the paint, and their frontcourt is foul happy
And defensively Landry>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Griffin
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 6:55 PM PST up reply actions
On offense Blake>>>>>>Landry
Even w/ how limited it maybe
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 6:57 PM PST up reply actions
True, but Gasol had problems which hurt us against NO against Landry
He’ll eat Griffin alive, and with Bynum hanging around dunks are gonna be difficult
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 7:07 PM PST up reply actions
Alss Im saying is this aint finna be no cake walk
Im not going to say the Clipps are going to the Finals or nothing crazy. But, they are going to be trouble to us because they have the pieces that cause us problems. If Drew were to get injured….Oh god. But yeah, GO LAKERS!
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 7:09 PM PST up reply actions
Our opening night roster is gonna look like this....
Pau
McRoberts
Metta
Kobe
Fisher
We could quite honestly be 0-5 by the time drew gets back…smh
I’d start Ebanks at sf and Morris at the point. Throw em into the fire and see what they got. If you’re gonna have em out there you might as well have em out there with Kobe and Pau..andDrew when he gets back.
Da Bears....enuff said
0 - 5???
We’re playing Sac on the second game, then Utah, then 5th game against Denver, Lakers will win 3 of their first 5 unless the team has an epic collapse without Bynum, hard to see us beating New York and Chicago without Bynum though
by Funkensteinn on Dec 14, 2011 6:53 PM PST up reply actions
I didnt say they would but it's a possibility
Not having Drew throws everything off. Pau and Kobe are gonna hafta log big minutes to start off and the interior of our defense is gonna be pretty soft with just Pau and McBob protecting the rim. We are still learning a new offense and new defensive scheme and that takes time to adjust to especially with an abbreviated preseason. We have new players trying to get adjusted to new roles on a new team. All of this takes time which we dont have due to the lockout. There are more factors involved than just saying the Lakers are gonna lose because they suck.
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Holy crap
How about you wait until the season actually starts. Our current team is still a 50 win + team lol
Well, not this season, lol.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
or next season
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:56 PM PST up reply actions
Welcome back des.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
by LakerAce on Dec 14, 2011 6:57 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
Im just speaking on the start of the season...who else is gonna score for us?
All teams are gonna do is double Pau when he touches the ball, force the pass and make us settle for jumpers. Outside of Kobe we dont have anybody to create anything easy for us on offense. regardless of who we play the start of the season is gonna be a struggle
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thats a 30 win team
"If somebody had their life on the line, and they’ve got their options on who they want to save their life — tell me who you’re going to pick? You’re going to look at the stats first?" - Kobe Bryant
by desecrator09 on Dec 14, 2011 6:56 PM PST up reply actions
idk bout 30 but we're starting behind the 8-ball with No Bynum to start the season
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Fisher
Kobe
Metta
Pau
Dalembert
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
only way would probably be with
the odom tpe in a s&t with sacramento
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Ship has yet to sink
Lets ease off the panic button we were lazy last year and when we decided not to be we went 17-1 and destroyed teams.
Let’s just see what happens now I still have faith.
by IheartLA on Dec 14, 2011 6:50 PM PST via mobile reply actions
IMO, our #1 priority should be getting a backup SG for Kobe.
Not getting a better PG. Kobe’s knees need to be fresh come playoff time.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
at this point, why don't we give mccants or redd a shot? maybe between those two and green, someone will surprise us... in a good way.
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
No
we need a back up C or quality which thus far we’ve struck out on
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Barnes can play the backup 2
and we have kapono and goudelock who can play limited minutes.
we have nobody behind Bynum.
Our #1 priority is a solid backup Center.
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
yeah. he was only suspended for first 5 regular season games. doesn't apply to preseason.
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
Damn dude those 5 games need to get converted to 4
not really fair with the short seaosn and all.
yeah..........
like Paul/Bynum should have been!
/sobs
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Dec 14, 2011 7:15 PM PST up reply actions
That Griff is, but he's needs to add alot more to be an elite PF
Their frontcourt is foul happy too, they’ll be right around the 4-6th seed.
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 7:28 PM PST up reply actions
Baron davis just got amnesty'd from the cavs i we should take a look at him
by illyistic1 on Dec 14, 2011 7:26 PM PST via mobile reply actions
He hurt himself didn't he?
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
A.J. Burnett's only fan!
out of protest, the lakers should put their entire starting line up on IR, have the worst record in the nba and try to get the number one overall pick.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
i have no idea. but i am sure we’d get somebody decent given our knack for finding gems in draft
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
And the Knicks
*cough*PatrickEwing*cough*
Christian Ponder: Super Bowl 50 MVP for the Minnesota Vikings
For Basketball Reasons
Harrison Barnes
most likely. He’s the first one that comes to mind.
Christian Ponder: Super Bowl 50 MVP for the Minnesota Vikings
For Basketball Reasons
Anthony Davis and Harrison Barnes both look like top flight prospects.
Really like Michael Kidd-GIlchrist also.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
I really don't think Barnes is gonna do much in the NBA.
He can’t score except off jumpers. I haven’t once seen him create his own shot, or make an athletic play. Just lots of pick-and-pops, open 3s, pull-ups, etc. I don’t see how he’s anything close to a superstar in the NBA. He reminds me of a taller, glorified JJ Redick. Or, for a relevant comparison, Jason Kapono. Great shooter who can’t do anything else, really.
I love Anthony Davis and Kidd-Gilchrist, though.
I think he looks better with a more open floor and a real NBA offense incorporating him in.
He might not be a big star, but he has plenty of tools to have a long career as more than an above average player.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
A bunch of dudes with a lot of hype
but will prolly turn out being shallow just like 2003. 4 great players, bunch of MLs
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
i think one thing we can look forward to is that bynum is still improving as a player. the only problem is that kobe hasn’t wanted him to get more touches. we have to give the big fella the ball. and kobe needs to instill confidence in him, not break him like he has been his whole career.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
Kobe's not responsible for instilling confidence in Bynum.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
i think miami heat will win the title. in fact, that’s my prediction.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
FLAGGED!
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
A.J. Burnett's only fan!
It think you've been hacked.
Should I flag this?
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
by Joshua S on Dec 14, 2011 7:53 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I see no reason not to think so
especially if they’re going to face the Clips as people seem to be predicting. That’ll just be a mud stomping
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
i am not sure about dallas being 2nd seed. i think they won’t be nearly as good as last year. it was just a great run that they made. they caught a slumping lakers team. dallas won’t come out of 2nd round.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
If Dirk doesn't go crazy
Then we have a chance. Dirk’s performance this last playoff run was amazing
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
sometimes the trades you don’t make are the best ones. hopefully this is a blessing in disguise. hopefully, it makes gasol and bynum come out like beasts.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
Well we all know this was meant for down the road and not now
in 3 years: Kobe will be 36 and ready to retire
Pau will be 34
Lamar would’ve been 35
Fish will be long gone
Thats the only reason we wanted these young superstars
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 7:38 PM PST up reply actions
hmm. i could still see fish taking unwarranted PUJIT at the age of 40...
Slava.
http://www.twitter.com/hobojarpen
to me, this hornets trade seems worse than what they were getting initially. i think they would have made playoffs with the guys they were getting. that minny pick is not even gonna be a lottery pick. i think minny has talent, and now with a great coach, should win 30 something games—at least.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
not sure if serious
sheridanhoops: You are not alone, but making for a lively debate. OKC, Memphis, LAL, Dallas, Portland, SA, Utah all better than LAC. Must wait on Denv, Hou
Maybe?
Utah is no where near the playoffs. SA I believe is a year away from being lottery fodder. Everyone else I can understand
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 7:44 PM PST up reply actions
Im saying he was maybe joking about Utah
I say all those teams are better than LAC except Houston and Utah. If Denver can’t resign Affalo then they go on there too for me.
SA can’t deal with a team with a big frontcourt, its their weakness so that reflected in the 1st round. They still get a top 4 seed i think.
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 7:48 PM PST up reply actions
lol at his freakout on twitter. he must be a huge lakers fan? i dont know what to make of it
Follow me: @theshmoes.
he's the most pissed off on twitter about the trade going through than anyone
Follow me: @theshmoes.
@talkhoops was pretty pissed too
calling out the integrity of those who applaud the deal after complaining about the same shit for their entire careers
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
Utah?
Lol? POR? Not really…
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
Portland will still be good.
basically the same team as last year + a younger pg. Roy is gone, but he was pretty much out of the picture in the playoffs anyway.
felton, matthews, wallace, aldridge & camby.
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Utah?
nah, but the rest have legitimate cases to be better
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
i will see lakers vs clippers on the 21st
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
funny thing is i bought tickets when i thought we were getting c.paul (or even dwight). i never imagined that the clippers would have him.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
i won’t even go congratulate the clippers on their blog. last time i tried complimenting blake griffin, i was under fire just for being a laker fan—they’re so used to being a doormat that they take compliments as sarcasm.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
Very backhanded compliment...let's not sugarcoat here.
Proud member of Club FTR. falconPUNCH! for president!
hopefully fisher takes some steroids and plays like he’s 25
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
can lakers deal for oj mayo? he’d great back up guard for kobe
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
Btw, how bout those Canterbury Tales???
Where are our all-star pilgrims journeying to the holy city of angels?
here, knock yourself out
http://wordsmithing-in-oz.blogspot.com/2009/04/chaucer-for-dummies-or-how-not-to-learn.html
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
I wish the league would prorate Bynum's suspension.
It’d only be a game, but this year that’ll mean something.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
by Joshua S on Dec 14, 2011 7:50 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Stern might increase it by 60 games, Why?
Basketball reasons
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 7:53 PM PST up reply actions
That would be Stern logic.
Subtraction by addition. Take away one game = take away all but one game of the season.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
by Joshua S on Dec 14, 2011 8:12 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
gasol should shave his head completely. it will give him a clean slate
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
it worked for dirk.
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
I heard that was from head lice...
Dirk had been using Steve Nash’s brush.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
by Joshua S on Dec 14, 2011 8:10 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Dude, stop making every sentence a new comment and/or use the "reply" button.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
i'll miss the the constant
Can you believe it?!
No, since we have Spero Dedes now!!!
Oh wait. Bill MacDonald? Fuck.
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
I still haven't gotten over the loss of the immortal Chick Hearn
The best announcer in LA sports history
by Raaddad on Dec 14, 2011 9:30 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Not even close to Scully
Chick was fun and the best hoops announcer, no doubt.
Scully is the best of all time…period.
Former LakersForDeuce: "The 2010 champs made me up the ante and change my name!"
by LakersForTrey on Dec 15, 2011 12:25 AM PST up reply actions
Chick and Vin are tied. Chick probably couldn't match Vin in baseball and Vin certainly couldn't match Chick in basketball.
No comparison, just equals.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
You know what
I never have been able to stand Chick for long (nap time…)
and I know a number of people who agree—both young and old.
You cannot say that about Chick—everyone dug him.
But then again: I’ve never liked the Dodgers or anything to do with them,
so I guess I’m prejudiced.
I assume you mean Vinny. And it's probably because baseball is so effing boring.
I never have been able to stand Chick for long (nap time…)
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
Haha--my bad
But his long rambling monotous stories just remind me of how my gramps (as much as I love him) used to put us all to sleep going o and on…
and the lack of passion as well.
Btw, you’re an awesome editor.
Yeah, I loved baseball and the Dodgers as a kid, so I know and love Vinny.
I always liked his stories because they were personal, but it’s not for everyone.
And thank you.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
I can dig it
I’m an Angel fan, and I started blogging over at Halo Heaven 2 years ago, and have had some good posts there. I have been “lurking” here as well, and reading all of your comments for the same two years, and only recently decided to pitch in—it’s hard for me to get involved with morte than one site at a time—so distracting, and I DO have a job (lol). But thanks for making it easy to join in this community.
Btw, One thing I have always liked about this site, is the large numbers of female participants and you “gals” really get involved in a big way. Halos Heaven has a few really cool ladies, but Silver and Black (Raiders!) really hasn’t had much this year in the way of female participation. In addition to talking about our beloved Lakers (I go back to the Magic era), I think that the infinite diversity on this site really makes it special.
Yes, we have some very cool ladies here.
I have a job too, but sometimes you have to remind me.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
Where we came up short
Two teams in our conference just got better
It’s time to go all in and get Dwight Howard
does giving up Pau and Drew
for D12 really make the Lakers a better team?
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Dec 14, 2011 8:25 PM PST up reply actions
Yes D12 is better, but thats too much to give up
Who plays the 4 if we trade Pau
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 8:30 PM PST up reply actions
It doesn't matter
It hasn’t mattered for how many years in Orlando?
Why?
Because they have Dwight Howard.
right
that’s why they won all those Championships
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Dec 14, 2011 8:41 PM PST up reply actions
LOLOLLOLL
Because Shaq is an official on coaching when he’s been disruptive everywhere he’s been. They lost because their team wasn’t good enough
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 9:52 PM PST up reply actions
They also lost Chandler and Barea, they didn't get better.
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 8:29 PM PST up reply actions
um they did
THEY GOT Vince Carter son you know what that means another banner Yessir!!!
Can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not
Has VC been relevant these past few years?
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
Another Banner for the LakeShow since VC is like
a billion yrs old
Wait
Isn’t Dallas still in Play for Dwight Howard too?
Just another reason we should go hard after him
yeah, it was posted in another thread
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Lamar looks like a chocolate chip in a bowl of vanilla ice cream.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
by SoCalGal on Dec 14, 2011 8:56 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Dang, Marion must be using Ron Artest's hair stylist.
"Winning takes talent; to repeat takes character." - John Wooden
Lamar looks like he isn't truly happy
He sure has hell does not belong on the Mavs
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
Lamar looks happy
It’s as if the camera man held out a box of Twinkies at the last second to get Odom to smile.
Now THATS a good playoff team.
Put Marion’s ass on the bench, start the big man Haywood and let Beaubois play a lot more.
very good playoff team
not so sure how this reg. season is going to go though
"These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game." - Charlie Wilson
"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
what about trey johnson?
is he on the active roster? he was pretty good at the end of last year he might be able to get some good PT and production
I think he signed a contract in China.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
I saw him in NO in the trade machine
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
pretty sure he is in New Orlenas summer camp
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Good video
Bynum has that Lamar one handed tap to himself which is useful in games. I use it all the time when I play against more athletic players.
Don't get too excited...
Anyone can put together a 2 minute clip pulling a players best plays…
In their last 5 head-to-head match-ups:
Bynum 10.8 pts, 8.8 reb, 44% FG
Howard 23.4 pts, 15.2 reb, 59% FG
by Actuarially Sound on Dec 15, 2011 5:34 AM PST up reply actions
This makes me weep.
You're only a success for the moment that you complete a successful act. - Tex Winter
Tweetness
Fumble!!!
Man, Mitch really gambled and lost this season. We went from contender to pretender without even playing a game. But nice work help rebuilding the Mavs jackass. What was the rush to trade Odom about? He requested a trade… look at Odom’s first Mav interview and tell me he was in a hurry to leave. At least get a better deal and not trade him to the champs.
Says you
The gamble only doesn’t work if Lakers lose this season. We haven’t even started the season, chill.
What, your dreaming kid..we lost Odom and Brown already had a hole at point. So tell me how are better genius?
The offseason isn't over, so chill out and stop the condescension.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
If the Chris Paul almost trade doesn’t shown you guys that nobody wants to deal or help the Lakers. I don’t know what will. You got to be crazy if you think Orlando gonna deal there superstar to LA again.
How does it show nobody wants to deal with the Lakers????
That was all Stern, and you know it.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Point is, it has nothing to do with teams not wanting to trade with us.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
It show that Chris is on the Clippers for one( the deal we offered was not much worst then the one they took). Orlando ain’t taking our deal either or does it have to be on the internet to be clear on that too and Mitch has said it numerous time himself. Every team knows Gasol is available but nobody wants a proven all star and there really ain’t anyone out there besides Howard anyway.
you must have worn out your Jump to Conclusions mat
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Dec 14, 2011 9:47 PM PST up reply actions
Someone call this guy a waaaaaambulance
Fake ass Laker fan GTFO. You have 0 heart chump.
Whoa there buddy
Lakers fan or not, we should respect each others opinion. And from what I can see, he hasn’t shown any reason to doubt that he is Lakers fan.
Bamboozled.
by PoPs_737 on Dec 14, 2011 11:30 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
thanks
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Dec 14, 2011 9:59 PM PST up reply actions
Nobody wants a proven all star?
Lolwut
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
Orlando basically already said we'll do it for Bynum AND Gasol
The Lakers don’t want to do that, the league has no problem with doing trades with the Lakers, so on that issue your just plain wrong
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 10:11 PM PST up reply actions
they have no problems dealing with the lakers because...
the team has TWO players that everyone covets. and thats it. so other teams will do anything to grab both, knowing that it would somewhat cripple the lakers lineup. the other teams in the league dont want to help the lakers, they want to cripple them.
by Mark Jaramillo on Dec 15, 2011 7:44 AM PST up reply actions
You don't seem to understand my main point....
The. Hornets. ACCEPTED. Our. Offer.
It was Stern who nixed it.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Uhhh Houston was willing to give up 3 players and give us CP3
Because they wanted Pau… so go ahead and bring up something else illogical so I can shoot that down
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 10:08 PM PST up reply actions
You just figured that out?
That still has nothing to do with teams not wanting to trade with us.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
Wow.
How does that, in any way, prove that teams don’t want to trade with us?
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
I'm actually somewhat amused how much perspective has been lost here.
Orlando will make the deal that is best for their team. Whether that’s Bynum or Brook Lopez, they’ll decide at the deadline, and they won’t care who is on the receiving end. Besides, two other teams were perfectly happy to send a top five player back to L.A. before the league shut it down, and last I checked, the league doesn’t own the Magic. If you want to panic and overreact to every little thing, then have at it. Doesn’t do you any favors.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
Panic is an overstatement and last I heard he (Howard) wanted to be in NJ anyway. I just don’t see how we are better then last year. I think all we needed was an upgrade at point and we were right there again if we kept LO. Sure we might do another big trade but chemistry take awhile to build.
Chemistry?
Doesn’t take a whole season to develop or even half a season maybe like 10 games. First year Pau comes to LA, mid season = NBA finals. Chemistry not an issue.
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 10:09 PM PST up reply actions
First of all they did still make the NBA finals
second of all that wasn’t a chemistry issue, it was “we have no idea what offense to run in crunch time” and that still was an issue in the Finals. They weren’t cutting to the wrong lane, or making bad passes, they were getting steals and just chucking down the court cuz they knew someone was gonna be there sounds like chemistry bro
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 10:17 PM PST up reply actions
Because of Chemistry?
Not because we had Radmonivich in the starting lineup, or that Gasol was the C and was also getting moved around by KG. Chemistry was the reason the Lakers lost? Cool Story bro
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 10:18 PM PST up reply actions
Chemistry means you know what to run in situations cause you have played together and know what your team mate are thinking.They got blown out and it wasn’t all Rad fault or Gasol but I ain’t got time to argue over the past.
I know, right? This lovefest with Brown from detractors is definitely one of the funniest things I've seen here.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
Im pretty much assuming that most of these people didn't even watch Lakers game
At the most the SC highlights
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 14, 2011 9:42 PM PST up reply actions
Did I say the word better, genius
I meant that the season hasn’t started and you’re already panicking. We’re not Heat fans, we’re Laker fans and we stick with our team.
COOL STORY BRO!
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Ok, now what?!
Just for the record, FUCK STERN. He knows where to shove his " basketball reasons"
by Purp & Gold on Dec 14, 2011 9:11 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Stock the bench with players that can help.
landry, dalembert, arenas?, see if clips will trade billups for sasha tpe
we still have the odom tpe
many options still available.
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Time will tell.
Funkenstein, Andrew makes Dwight look like a PF in that video, and that makes me smile, There’s still much uncertainty, but we don’t have a bad team, no where close to it. We have a guy that wears #24 he’s the same age another Special guy that played for the Bulls that returned to win Another Championship, Reality, we need more depth, the FO knows this. Dallas is not better – the dont have Chandler or Barea, Guaranteed without those two guys we would have taken that series or atleast took it to 7 Games. lets let things play out, we know the team has been through way tougher stretches, as Phil Jackson used to say, enjoy the journey to your goal – maybe not in these exact words.
also lost
Caron Butler
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Dec 14, 2011 9:18 PM PST up reply actions
ok back to trey johnson
he signed in italy. is italy not letting the players come back either or is he already back with the lakers?
when is our first game?
"One thing LeBron James has won that Kobe Bryant never has, and never will: A bronze medal."- Josh Tucker
"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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and when is the trade deadline for this season?
"One thing LeBron James has won that Kobe Bryant never has, and never will: A bronze medal."- Josh Tucker
"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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Dec. 25 reg season Dec. 19 Pre season March 15 trade deadline
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 9:54 PM PST up reply actions
thank you.
"One thing LeBron James has won that Kobe Bryant never has, and never will: A bronze medal."- Josh Tucker
"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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so, i guess otis smith did not stop exploring trade options?
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
The ongoing trade drama surrounding the Orlando Magic and Dwight Howard took another strange turn Wednesday afternoon. First, the organization refuted a Yahoo! Sports report that it had stopped listening to trade offers for Howard. “That’s not where we are,” Otis Smith, the team’s President of Basketball Operations, told Josh Robbins. “What we’ve basically said is we don’t feel like we have to trade him today. We’re going to continue to look and explore opportunities. Actually, I don’t know if anything changed in my mind.”
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
Sounds to me like he is waiting to see if the Lakers come around
Personally, I’d ask him for Nelson. And if he says no then I guess I’d still consider the trade. I don’t want to lose both Drew and Gasol, but with the LO exception we could get a starting PG or PF. Use the vet minimum to fill out the roster for this season and see if we can win the west as is.(Kobe, Dwight, and a solid supporting cast can win imho) I may be in the minority, but thats my opinion.
Again, do I want to lose both? HELL NO! Do I think we can still contend? Hell yes! A team with Dwight and Kobe is a contender no matter what anyone thinks. There is no way you have the best center and still a top 5 player in Kobe and not be. A solid point like Mo Williams(or Nelson if Otis goes for it), Hell Carl Landry(or Paul Millsap), Metta World Peace, and an ok bench could make the Finals with the West not as loaded as it once was.
And IN THE LONG RUN do I think it’d be worth it? yes
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 10:44 PM PST up reply actions
i also forgot Hedo off the bench with Barnes and McBob, Blake, Fisher, Ebanks, (Hollins/Pryzbilla), Ebanks etc.
We can have some depth and transition from older experience to youth while having a nice amount of both
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 11:15 PM PST up reply actions
I would trade Pau & Bynum IF & only if...
we got Dwight, Turk & Jameer in the trade, and they take Blake and Luke’s contract.
They will need a starting PG, and Blake can do that. We will take Turk’s horrible contract if they take Luke’s. Luke is cheaper and is only for 2 years instead of 3.
Then, we use the Odom TPE to do a S&T with the Hornets for Carl Landry. Use the Sasha TPE to sign Samuel Dalembert.
PG: Jameer, Fish, Morris
SG: Kobe, Barnes, Kapono, Goudelock
SF: Metta, Turkoglu, Ebanks
PF: Landry, McBob, Thomas or Caracter
C: Howard, Dalembert
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
from Pincus
Any trade exception from July 1 to Dec 15th – the expiration date was moved to Dec 16th
Looks like we have an extra day to use Sasha’s TPE. I get the feeling Mitch may let it expire.
"The Lakers are ninja negotiators. Straight. fuckin. ninjas." -rshinsec
i am not familiar with how the trade exception works. can somebody explain? how do we still have TPE for sasha? what happens if mitch allows it to expire
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
You can trade for a player who fits under the exception without sending back any salary in return; see for example the way that Dallas traded for Odom sending back only a pick and the exception. Can’t be combined with another exception, before you ask. If the exception expires, well, it’s gone. Can’t use it anymore.
By the way
If you’re wondering why we’d let it expire, it would be purely to save money. No new contract added to the books. I’m pretty sure we’ve let it happen a couple other times recently, but I can’t actually dig up examples at the moment.
Interesting that we've been looking into floor-spacing bigs like McRoberts and now Murphy.
I actually like that line of thought. It enables Kobe to be featured more in the post, provides more players who can run the pick-and-pop, which was a big part of the San Antonio offense with Duncan/Robinson, and helps fix the fact that well, we were terrible from range last year. Wouldn’t mind at all if McRoberts and Murphy are the backup bigs going into the season, maybe with a fifth big for insurance, although the team might wait on Caracter if they don’t waive him.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
we got troy murphy?
"They’re a very special group of men. Cherish them, you will not see their like again."
He was working out at the Lakers' facility today.
http://lakersblog.latimes.com/lakersblog/2011/12/troy-murphy-working-out-at-the-lakers-facility.html
Usually a fair sign that you’re interested in a player.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
I'm on board with Team McMurphy
It was just 2 years ago he averaged a double double 14.6 pts, 10 rebs.
McMurphy....well he's right here
Billy Mac: "Lamar, can you see yourself actually getting in the (boxing) ring"?
Lamar Odom: "No. My face is too pretty."
Damn
Too bad indecision and flakiness don’t win championships . . . Then Dwight and Otis Smith might not be in this mess.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's FB post on LO, CP3
I’m not sure if this was already posted
My current Laker thoughts…
My friend Lamar O got traded to Dallas in a very dismissive way, but I think he was his own worst enemy. When the trade for Chris Paul, which would have involved Lamar, fell through, Lamar should have kept his thoughts to himself. But Lamar is an emotional guy and couldn’t contain his hurt feelings and ability to understand that he was expendable. I’m sure Lamar is hurt, but he is on a championship team that has an owner that will pay him well if he performs. Good luck Lamar and see you in the spring.
People are curious to know how I would have felt if the NBA had vetoed my trade to LA. I would have been really upset because I paid my dues by playing years in Milwaukee. I can see how many people accuse the commissioner of having a conflict of interest as an owner of an NBA team and being the commissioner of the league. People in LA are in arms because the commissioner killed a deal that would have possibly given the Lakers a great team for years to come. I hope that the era of David Stern wearing two hats lasts for a very short time. Things need to get back to normal
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What's wrong with the blockquote thing?
by Purp & Gold on Dec 14, 2011 10:35 PM PST up reply actions
Gotta keep all the text between the commands
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UMMMM MITCH OR JIM? WHY DID U GUYS FUCKING DUMP LAMAR AGAIN? ROFL LOOK AT WHERE WE ARE NOW,,,
kinda glad Lakers didn’t give up gasol and bynum for cp3 just wish they didn’t give up Lamar for nothing smh
Yeah, look at where we are now
It’s been less than a week since we traded Lamar, and the TPE lasts for a long ass time. Relax, watch it unfold first before you start critiquing
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
I agree with you but some fools on here think we gonna trade for Michael Jordan in his prime or something or we gonna pull a rabbit out of the hat. I don’t see how we’re better then last year or the game plan. It looks like a salary dump to save money to me.
First, don't misrepresent what people are saying.
No one is expecting a huge player out of this, but $8.9 million is a lot of money to take back, which is plenty of flexibility for the Lakers to utilize. Next, why would a team making $200 million/year from their new media deal make a salary dump? We’re not even a week since the trade and the TPE lasts for a long time as Hdg23 said above. Have some patience and stop spreading doom and gloom for no reason.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself. -- Sun Tzu
you cant blame people for questioning the move
There’s a reason some say it has the potential to b the worst trade in Laker history. Its gonna b talked about until a move is made. It will be talked about even more if we don’t get equal value for what we gave up
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by EmmCeee on Dec 15, 2011 12:09 AM PST via mobile up reply actions
agreed
esp when media is reporting “changing of guards” and how clips became better then lakers. People will panic
exactly
Although i dont think the Clips have passed the Lakers this year but long term they definitely have the chance to take the Big brother role in LA
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Is that before or after CP3 and Griffin leave
And if they stay, their both gonna get max deals??? But at least they’ll have the young talent of… Caron Butler/Billups/Williams…….. The next best 3 players currently on their roster……….. at least they have Gordon and Aminu to shore up……….. O well hey they just got CP3 …. for two years.
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 15, 2011 10:20 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
They have the chance...
Point is they AT LEAST Have 2 YOUNG players to build a team around. Compare that to the Lakers future and we can build around ummm…well…Ebanks?
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if you could open you laker history books
actually we don’t build our future through draft picks our young guns (except for kobe and magic), we build our team through trades and free agents joining our team (kareem, shaq, wilt).
That's an interesting point
Considering Magic and Kobe are the ones who have 5 rings each and coincidentally were both drafted by the Lakers. I know Kobe wasnt “drafted” by us but he was with us from the start of his rookie year which is about the same imo. We may supplement them with trades but the difference is we dont have Cap Space for free agents and a trade at this point seems unlikely. Unless we go for D Will we’re pretty much between a rock and a hard place
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let bynum beast at the beginning of the year.
trade bynum for dwight without using pau. and then do a s&t with the nets swapping pau with deron.
laker dynasty continues.
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Agree agree aaaaaagree
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no one ever said that
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Dec 14, 2011 10:59 PM PST up reply actions
when is the bitching and moaning going to stop. I mean seriously, get a F'in grip.
So tired of people like overreacting to evey little thing and over dissecting everything. Are you in Mitch’s office everyday bunghole? How does anyone know what’s going on behind closed doors. The Lakers always field a competitive team. We still have 3 of the best players in the league on our team. I’m so tired of reading every little whiny crybabies bitching and moaning. We just got back into business last Friday. We still have 10 days before Tip Off. Everyone calm the F down seriously. Even if this is the end of an era and we have to rebuild, oh well. It happens to the best of them. Just enjoy the fact that we got to watch one of the best players ever take the court every night for the last 16 years, and have been blessed to win 5 titles in the last 10 years. I will be happy to watch whatever squad takes the floor and cheer for them and support them. Then when Kobe retires and our team gets old and bad I will continue to root throughout the rebuilding process. LMAO at fake ass Laker fans on this board.
by purrrrrple on Dec 14, 2011 11:12 PM PST reply actions 4 recs
WTH are you talking about? You're the #1 offender and the one who inspired my rant, LMAO.
by purrrrrple on Dec 14, 2011 11:27 PM PST up reply actions 4 recs
ROFL
Seriously, this guy is unbelievable.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
Lamar Odom - "Half Swiss-Army knife, half Pez-dispenser" Meriones
I can't tell if he's trying to troll us or something
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
brings tears to the eyes, laughed so hard at that.
Former LakersForDeuce: "The 2010 champs made me up the ante and change my name!"
by LakersForTrey on Dec 15, 2011 12:40 AM PST up reply actions
Offender? Get a grip and take your medicine…I ain’t the only questioning the Lakers moves or lack of moves.
Get a grip and take your medicine?
Are you just pulling colloquial phrases out of a hat and putting them together?
^^^^THIS
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
Not quite how I would say it
But yeah, I’m pretty tired of all the complaining going on. The Lakers are still a good team, so it’s weird to hear people say that we’re headed for the lottery
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
I don't think they're fake fans maybe a bit spoiled if anything
Me personally Ima root for the purp & gold no matter what. I was entertained by Luke, Smush, and Kwame. Hell I can deal with this. It’s just, you get so used to winning and not going through “rebuilding” ever since the Lakers have been in Los Angeles.
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 11:18 PM PST up reply actions
This
So true.
"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
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." -Confucius
you wouldn't call the Smush and Kwame years rebuilding or the Ceballos Eddie Jones era rebuilding
We will never go through rebuilding periods the way other teams do, but we do go through them. We have to have some down years to rebuild and reload.
Yeah they weren't "Small Market" rebuilding years, but they weren't "Laker" years either
It’s almost as if we aren’t a title contender we’re somewhat in the middle. Not great, but not garbage either. Thats kinda why I do still want to trade for Howard in a way. But, even if we don’t Im still gonna love this team. Hell I just got my 1st pair of official shorts 2 weeks lol I freakin love those things!
by Q.Calloway25 on Dec 14, 2011 11:47 PM PST up reply actions
when they get old? lol
People are fake fans because they criticize questionable moves? I don’t see the logic in that. Id b more apt to question someone who’ll b ok with fielding a subpar team. Everyone is not tha same. Jus because they hold the Lakers FO to a higher standard than you do doesn’t make em any less of a fan. Success does that. Your whole post bitching and whining about tha same thing won’t stop it
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by EmmCeee on Dec 15, 2011 12:26 AM PST via mobile up reply actions
This is not a subpar team.
"What we want to remember—what we will remember—is the indelible vision of Kobe, his arms outstretched, delirious with joy and disbelief, running after and grabbing hold of Lamar Odom’s floating downcourt pass, while all the purple and gold streamers in the world are raining down on the hardwood." - Brian Tung
I didnt say this team is subpar
I was pointing out that not everyone is just fine with being subpar ie the Smush/Kwame years. The only thing i like about those years was Kobe going Super Saiyan 10000 nightly..
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Yeeeah especially when he went off for like 9 straight 40 point games lol
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Yea outside of Kobe are team sucks hard
… wait we still have Gasol and Bynum… O well im sorry I have no idea wtf you are talking about then
by Fin Fan Forever on Dec 15, 2011 10:21 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
ummm Did you even read where we were talkin about the Smush/Kwame years or just decided to disagree for the hell of it lol
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anybody seen this?
Kobe: "Listen, if you told me at the beginning of the year that we’ve got two games at home to win a championship, yeah, I’ll take that shit"
whoops...i meant this
Kobe: "Listen, if you told me at the beginning of the year that we’ve got two games at home to win a championship, yeah, I’ll take that shit"
Yikes
A lean, mean Kendrick Perkins totally legitimizes the Thunder-Celtics trade from last year. They are going to be absolutely brutal to play against.
(and at 32.5M over the next 4 years, Perkins is great value at the C position at around 8M/Year)
Even with Westbrook due a near-max extension next year, their max guys (KD and Westbrook) will be in the 13-17M range for the first few years.
They’ve got a good 3 year window before they even need to start worrying about luxury tax implications with this roster… scary stuff
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by Jonny Somers-Harris on Dec 15, 2011 3:21 AM PST up reply actions
My wishlist if we stand pat or trade Pau and Bynum for Dwight and Hedo
Backup Center
realistic- 1.Ryan Hollins, 2.Joel Pryzbilla
longshot- Samuel Dalembert
Starting PF(if trade) or backup PF
realistic- 1.Carl Landry, 2.Troy Murphy
longshot- Paul Millsap, Luis Scola, .Kenyon Martin
Backup SG
realistic- 1.DeShawn Stevenson
longshot-. J.R. Smith, Nick Young, O.J. Mayo
Starting point guard(trade or not DFish can’t put us through another year of playing matador)
realistic- 1.Mo Williams, 2.Baron Davis
longshot- Tony Parker,, Ramon Sessions, Jameer Nelson
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