West 148, East 143: The 2011 All-Star Game Was Not Bad, Not Bad At All
by DexterFishmore on Feb 20, 2011 9:21 PM PST
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I have to say, that game was respectably fun. It wasn't that dunk-heavy, really, not to the extent we're used to seeing in the ASG, and the East spent a good portion of the night throwing terrible outlet passes. But by the standards of All-Star contests, which we know ahead of time are not going to be played with textbook precision, this one wasn't bad. There was a strong individual performance from Kobe Bryant, who captured MVP honors with 37 points, 14 boards, three assists and three steals. There was a nice LeBron James-led comeback by the East to make the final six minutes close. And I actually found the Rihanna-Kanye halftime set to be damn entertaining. Am I crazy for thinking that? I know Rihanna missed a few notes, but we mustn't nitpick after the dual travesties that were the Super Bowl halftime show and today's Lenny Kravitz pregame lip-sync-athon.
The West's 148 to 143 victory caps off what by all accounts, Kravitz notwithstanding, has been a very successful weekend for the league and its L.A. hosts. It won't be long before the All-Star Game returns to Staples. The rejuvenation of downtown L.A., including the construction of the L.A. Live and Marriott/Ritz-Carlton complexes that served as home base for ASW activities this year, make Los Angeles pretty much the ideal location for this event. All-Star Weekend is the yearly occasion when the league fully embraces its connections to the worlds of celebrity and pop culture. No city provides a more fitting backdrop.
Although I've heard a lot of people bagging on the crowd at Staples today for not making much noise, I'm not really sure what everyone expected. All-Star crowds are always weak. It's the nature of the thing and ties directly to the action on the court. How fired up are people supposed to be when the players themselves are barely enthused? When the players care, the crowd cares. That's what happened in the last few minutes tonight, when the on-court intensity finally moved the needle.
With that, my coverage of All-Star Weekend comes to a close. Thanks for reading along, and thanks to the league and SBN for hooking a brother up. It's been a blast.
Tomorrow, we refocus on our Lakers. Twenty-five games remain in their regular season, starting with a not terribly easy back-to-back. The Atlanta Hawks visit on Tuesday, then the champs have a late-night schlep to face Portland on Wednesday. In the meantime, Matt Barnes will start practicing again. I don't need to tell you that his return can't come soon enough.
‘Night, all. We'll talk again soon.
Follow Dex on Twitter @dexterfishmore.
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if anyone wants to re watch the game
http://atdhenet.tv/34372/watch-inside-the-nba
METS JETS NETS LAKERS
"I don’t think we want to be like the Knicks, I think we’d more like to resemble the Lakers." - Mikhail Prokhorov! New Nets Owner!
Adam Morrison got his team multiple championships barely trying, if that's not a great player...I don't know who is.
hey thats a good hook up,
I saw it but good looking out for those who missed out
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
good lookin money
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
TNT is replaying it right now as well.
2010 was a kick ass year. - Kobe Bryant
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Bill Gates
Tweetness: @SoCalGal64
Kobe >>> Lebron/Wade/Bosh/Garnett/Pierce/Allen/Rondo
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
by LakerAce on Feb 20, 2011 9:25 PM PST reply actions 3 recs
+10000
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
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"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
made famous when Oprah fell for a prank that involved 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."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
just google "oprah it's over 9000"
you’ll find plenty of links
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
i jus got that lol
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Good stuff Dex
and the halftime show was pretty good for the main part
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Awesome coverage this whole weekend, Dex.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
2010 was a kick ass year. - Kobe Bryant
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Bill Gates
Tweetness: @SoCalGal64
Matt barnes hopefully brings it when get back
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
The Staples Center is always a low on energy...there is a difference in crowd volume
if you compare with ASG from other cities
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
good work dex
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
This weekend was a much needed getaway for all of us who needed
a hiatus from the Lakers’ lackadaisical efforts.
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
great work Dex
great coverage of the event.
These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game. - Charlie Wilson
TRADE KOBY FOR LUTHER HEAD!!!! (it's a movement)
my recap
All-star week is back in affect, great week, performances ain’t too much to say, it is what it is and it was better then the Superbowl’s perfromance all together. It’s now time for Lakers to get back on it put some of these whispers to bed.
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
With kobe puttin charles n fellow believers who claim he's slowed down to shame
I’d say they’re headed in the right direction
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
haha lebron's face
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Kobe is the motherfucking man.
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 9:37 PM PST up reply actions
puttin the sneak up-from-behind swatter in his place
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Talk about a Heat index. Burn!!!!!
2010 was a kick ass year. - Kobe Bryant
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Bill Gates
Tweetness: @SoCalGal64
Kobe: Let's see Nike confiscate that!
"I’ve never understood this stuff, where a star player sits out and a team goes into the tank. Well, they need him because he makes them better. Well, if he’s making them better, they should be able to survive without him. That’s how you lead your guys. You’ve got to be able to make guys suffice on their own, without you. If you’re there all the time and they take you away, they shouldn’t need a respirator."
-Kobe Bean Bryant
thats great
"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
Thanks for the memories Andy
animal abuse
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
yea i dont find shit like that funny
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
like did the cat asked to be soaked in yellow?
thats messed up
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
i'm really passionate about animals and their feelings and when ppl
take advantage of their inability to communicate is inhumane
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
not to mention the chemicals that come with dying fur
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
you should see what they do to ducklings here.
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
i'd rather not
buzz kill for an awesome AS weekend
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
LOL
we do some stuff that you guys will call PETA on us
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
Too funny.
That photo could easily be (and likely is) a Photoshop job.
"Please tell me some of these stories about Los Angeles being the basketball capital of the world." - Red Auerbach
"质量是我们的尊严。服务是我们的电梯。" ("Quality is our dignity. Service is our lift.")
WaveOcean leads SBNation in frequent-flyer miles.
hard to say due to the reflection and
2 people with phone cameras on it makes me think otherwise but I certainly wouldnt be surprised if it was!
"You cannot attain and maintain physical condition unless you are morally and mentally conditioned. And it is impossible to be in moral condition unless you are spiritually conditioned. I always told my players that our team condition depended on two factors / how hard they worked on the floor during practice and how well they behaved between practices." "What you are as a person is far more important that what you are as a basketball player." - John Wooden
The cat is cute, and it could've been just a regular LOLCAT shot that someone doctored up after the fact.
The closer I look at it, I’m 99% positive it’s a Photoshop job. If you look at the lower left-hand-side fringe of the cat’s fur in the reflection, you can see remnants of the original white/whitish fur.
"Please tell me some of these stories about Los Angeles being the basketball capital of the world." - Red Auerbach
"质量是我们的尊严。服务是我们的电梯。" ("Quality is our dignity. Service is our lift.")
WaveOcean leads SBNation in frequent-flyer miles.
no animals were digitally harmed in the making this gif?
…and i agree with jXn that, if it is physically real, and not ‘Shopped, it’s uncool. What if kitty re-arranged your face in the middle of the night?—they DO possess the tools…
LOL, all I know is,
if I was a pet in winter, I’d rather rock the blonde Ron-cum-Pikachu look than those “show clips” to which “animal-loving” poodle owners subject their pets.
"Please tell me some of these stories about Los Angeles being the basketball capital of the world." - Red Auerbach
"质量是我们的尊严。服务是我们的电梯。" ("Quality is our dignity. Service is our lift.")
WaveOcean leads SBNation in frequent-flyer miles.
Don't worry,
Relax, it’s an altered image, not a painted kitten. But isn’t it cute?
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
by douchiedude on Feb 21, 2011 12:53 AM PST up reply actions
But it really is so adorable,
it would be harsh if it were real.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
by douchiedude on Feb 21, 2011 12:54 AM PST up reply actions
this pic is a disgrace to all LOLCATS that SSR is known for
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
hey, pikachu is a mouse, yes?
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
i don't know, that'd be a weird mouse
looks more like a hamster hybrid
Fuck, I miss Ammo and winning.
i had to google it. this will not let me sleep. LOL
hehe
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
damn, I didn't know it was so bad, sorry for posting it, the mods can feel free to take it down.
The PuertoRican Kid
by Kobe:The Legend on Feb 20, 2011 9:45 PM PST up reply actions
i can see how someone would feel sad.
but i think it’s creative and hilarious. Then again I was a mean kid to my cats.
Fuck, I miss Ammo and winning.
It's not that bad. Some people just don't like it.
2010 was a kick ass year. - Kobe Bryant
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Bill Gates
Tweetness: @SoCalGal64
if it was a costume no biggie that would be cute
but the way to go about it was wrong…not on your part..jus the ppl responsible for that and similar things
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
I agree. but is this even a real cat?
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
it doesn't appear to be photoshopped and I've read about ppl
treating their animals to fur dying
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Also
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bsbE8TzLXg
No thanks needed, men.
"If it wasn’t for In-and-Out burger, I probably would have gone to Memphis or something." – Ron Artest
it was a decent show overall
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Best sequence during the game?
Doc subs in the 4 Celtics, crowd starts booing, Ray Allen airballs a 3, crowd starts cheering.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
yea that was the most intensity the crowd displayed
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
lol
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
Celtic Boo's are best Boos
Ray Allen nailed 1 late in the 4th, I got pissed, screaming “get fisher out the stands to chase him OVER the screens!”
you dont want that. trust me. lol
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
lol
James Substitution replaced by Pierce 06:37
Stoudemire Substitution replaced by Rondo 06:37
Rose Substitution replaced by Garnett 06:37
Wade Substitution replaced by Allen 06:37
Allen 3pt Shot: Missed
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
couldnt help but laugh at this random article
http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=19336675&postID=8768151110533239952
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
Did Kobe dunk on LeBron when Bron missed the block and made contact with KB in mid air?
by 81 points on Feb 20, 2011 9:48 PM PST via mobile reply actions
yea he did
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
I’m argueing with my friend a Heat fan since back in the day btw that since Kobe and LeBron went up in the air at the same time and Kobe went for the dunk, LeBron went for the block, made contact then Bron got dunked on right?
by 81 points on Feb 20, 2011 9:54 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
basically cuz he tried to block it so it still counts as kobe showin him up
especially since lebron loves blocking from behind
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Lebron needs to smoke a fat sack of chicken.
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 9:56 PM PST up reply actions
Grilled em girl lol
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
I’m deep frying him sweetheart.
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 9:58 PM PST up reply actions
speaking of which did you make a big dinner tonit
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Yeah. I made some bake Chicken, with some rice and flavored green beans. My boyfriend loved it. He loves my cooking. LOL
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 10:01 PM PST up reply actions
good stufff
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
CGG= chopped garnished and grilled
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Well it would appear Bieber is looking to replace Fisher sometime soon...
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Bieber looking like a bozo. Young fella.
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 9:52 PM PST up reply actions
OMB
METS JETS NETS LAKERS
"I don’t think we want to be like the Knicks, I think we’d more like to resemble the Lakers." - Mikhail Prokhorov! New Nets Owner!
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 Feb 20, 2011 9:54 PM PST up reply actions
Fish can't do this
METS JETS NETS LAKERS
"I don’t think we want to be like the Knicks, I think we’d more like to resemble the Lakers." - Mikhail Prokhorov! New Nets Owner!
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 Feb 20, 2011 9:56 PM PST up reply actions
that guy in the white shirt on the floor...thot he was eminem for a sec lol
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
lol
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
get crossed common
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
shame ..common you're better than that
you’d think he learned something from the terminator
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
lol
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
he's got small hands
they let little PGs in high school get away with it all the time. At least, I’m used to seeing it and them letting it go
These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game. - Charlie Wilson
TRADE KOBY FOR LUTHER HEAD!!!! (it's a movement)
I never understood the point of that rule
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
Bieber can’t handle the pressure. JOKER. lol
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 10:02 PM PST up reply actions
oh wow i never saw that lmao
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
hahahahahaha
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
lol
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
rofl
hilarious
"Phil Jackson seems to enjoy his status as 'NBA grand philosopher' and uses that platform to lob verbal hand grenades into other franchises or the league offices for fun." - Kurt Helin
Stalk, err, Follow me on Twitter: @bluefalcon916
by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:04 AM PST up reply actions
Have you guys seen this yet?
Bieber is shot outside what appears to be Dex’s van.
[psst, it’s from an episode of CSI where Justin Bieber guest stars]
I’ll take this down if anyone is offended.
"Phil Jackson seems to enjoy his status as 'NBA grand philosopher' and uses that platform to lob verbal hand grenades into other franchises or the league offices for fun." - Kurt Helin
Stalk, err, Follow me on Twitter: @bluefalcon916
by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:39 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
LOL, no takers.
Bill Russell’s character died in Miami Vice, so . . .
"Please tell me some of these stories about Los Angeles being the basketball capital of the world." - Red Auerbach
"质量是我们的尊严。服务是我们的电梯。" ("Quality is our dignity. Service is our lift.")
WaveOcean leads SBNation in frequent-flyer miles.
I have a feeling this will be replayed many, many times
If we don’t do well in the playoffs as revenge for opening night.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
RING TAINT
"Please tell me some of these stories about Los Angeles being the basketball capital of the world." - Red Auerbach
"质量是我们的尊严。服务是我们的电梯。" ("Quality is our dignity. Service is our lift.")
WaveOcean leads SBNation in frequent-flyer miles.
heh.
I haven’t seen this and there is a part of me that thinks that I probably should be offended by the content, but no, I’m not offended in the least. I’m a bad bad girl, I guess.
I used to watch CSI all the time. I really liked the show, it’s just that when my kids got old enough to understand what was going on, you know, the violence, the sex and all otherwise, well, we sort of just stopped watching most dramas.
Hah.
I figured the blood and general graphic nature of the scene would put people off, but it’s all just a show.
bad girl :)
"Phil Jackson seems to enjoy his status as 'NBA grand philosopher' and uses that platform to lob verbal hand grenades into other franchises or the league offices for fun." - Kurt Helin
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:50 PM PST up reply actions
yo:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zb64y6Nvs0
"Phil Jackson seems to enjoy his status as 'NBA grand philosopher' and uses that platform to lob verbal hand grenades into other franchises or the league offices for fun." - Kurt Helin
Stalk, err, Follow me on Twitter: @bluefalcon916
by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:10 AM PST up reply actions
Great job man.
Good weekend. Lakeshow push coming before the preseason finally ends. Go Lakers.
"I was just letting the shots fly. You know, I don't leave any bullets in the chamber."
"Everything negative- pressure, challenges- is all an opportunity for me to rise."
-Kobe Bryant
Chris Mortensen: "You know it's the 'Show-Me' State right Sam?"
"Pshh, 'Show Me.' (smirking) Yeah, I've heard that."
-Sam Bradford
All credit goes to SCG since she put this up first but thot i repost it...too funny
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
lol @treykerby
Reggie’s inner monologue: "Don’t ask Stevie if he likes what he sees tonight. “Don’t ask Stevie if he likes what he sees tonight.”
Roll Shaw
Great article about Kobe. Probably be in tomorrow's credits as well.
2010 was a kick ass year. - Kobe Bryant
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Bill Gates
Tweetness: @SoCalGal64
yup the title says it all
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
watchin cool runnings lol
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
I’m watching a Lifetime movie. LOL
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 10:08 PM PST up reply actions
for some reason i think ibaka is gona show up real soon lol
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
the accent thats wat lol
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
you know it
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
I know that you know that i know it. Kisses. LOL
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 10:19 PM PST up reply actions
LOL
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQiTBKJBpF4
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
LMAO
for some reason seeing Lil’ Romeo in that video just makes me laugh. Like how did you get on a college bball team and get outplayed by the BIEBS!! lol
These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game. - Charlie Wilson
TRADE KOBY FOR LUTHER HEAD!!!! (it's a movement)
that is effin hilarious
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
George Costanza's in that video after 20 seconds
Lolz
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
This needs to be updated:
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
by LakerAce on Feb 20, 2011 10:15 PM PST reply actions 4 recs
yes please
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
Ha!
Out of date in a good way.
"Please tell me some of these stories about Los Angeles being the basketball capital of the world." - Red Auerbach
"质量是我们的尊严。服务是我们的电梯。" ("Quality is our dignity. Service is our lift.")
WaveOcean leads SBNation in frequent-flyer miles.
good article over at balls dont lie
“you may call yourself the King, but it’s still my throne.” hahaha nice!
"When you see the Lakers, Kobe Bryant, all the celebrity wives — we're like rock stars right now, we can't forget our guitar next time" - Ron Artest
i thot it was "Ball Don't ever lie" .....uh oh...
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
haha you crazy homegirl
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Ron artest at his best
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
HAHAHAH Paula got Panced!!!
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:55 PM PST up reply actions
alright, I'm tired ya'll
later folks
"Hardwork beats talent when talent fails to work hard"-Norm Nixon
There are basic Fundamentals that are needed to move forward in this game. Always keep your guard up at all times to avoid being caught in a trap. Overcome the fouls that will be committed against you REBOUND AND PRESS ON. ADJUST to the Limelight: ALL-STAR PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. Know what your role is and play your position. Find a game plan and execute it. REMEMBER YOU ONLY GET OUT OF THE GAME WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT.
I'm on it so let's tweet: @B_M_Bizness
night brit enjoy your AS weekend and off monday
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
lol
check out Kobe’s response to a question from Jason Whitlock:
http://www.cbssports.com/video/player/play/nba/tIiYK_Njm6A2JpzflENzBh3dwhGWFO8R/kobe-leads-west-takes-mvp
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
LOL, Kobe is awesome. Can't say it enough.
2010 was a kick ass year. - Kobe Bryant
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Bill Gates
Tweetness: @SoCalGal64
does anyone know how to do that stretch?
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
I don't understand Whitlock's career
I’ve yet to see him write or hear him say anything interesting.
Please remember: it's not my fault your team sucks.
Twitter feed: @dexterfishmore
by DexterFishmore on Feb 20, 2011 10:30 PM PST up reply actions
that's as jolly as i seen him in a while
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
oh oops pressed reply on the wrong comment
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
he's a troll
writes the most convoluted stuff just to get page views.
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
Whitlock Headline: KOBE SAYS LAKERS ROSTER IS OLD at ALL STAR POST GAME
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
by Gil Meriken on Feb 20, 2011 11:49 PM PST up reply actions
He's an awful writer
Indicative of the general level of coverage over at Fox Sports.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
OK, good
Glad to hear I’m not just missing something.
Please remember: it's not my fault your team sucks.
Twitter feed: @dexterfishmore
by DexterFishmore on Feb 20, 2011 10:49 PM PST up reply actions
what he say? my vid isnt working
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:37 PM PST up reply actions
maybe its my flashplayer
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:37 PM PST up reply actions
see wat happens when you watch too much rocket power?
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
NOOOOO!!!
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:38 PM PST up reply actions
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRGRznjcZIo
Kobe greatness.
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 10:36 PM PST reply actions
rudy gay fail
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
cant stop laffin at this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sq-dJaycm_A
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
just got done watching the rocket power episode where Tito tries to hang out
with the kids for a whole week and they get sick of him lol
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:38 PM PST up reply actions
like the ancient hawaiians once said....
lol motherfucker made all those up
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:39 PM PST up reply actions
i wonder if koshu does to his kids lol
he can kill me for sayin that lol
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
He is always saying bruda. WTF is a bruda? I’m just kidding. LOL
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 10:40 PM PST up reply actions
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:41 PM PST up reply actions
i remember that one
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
kinda sad n nostalgic those legendaries were replaced with garbage like....
…..uhh wat do they play nowadays? lol
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
lol i dont even know, i took nickelodeon off my favorites when they took off everything good
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:42 PM PST up reply actions
I remember seeing the last one
LOL
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
the last episode?
the movie?
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:41 PM PST up reply actions
no
the biebs running into a ref
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
lol oh wtf
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:44 PM PST up reply actions
You guys ever had a fish taco? LOL
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 10:43 PM PST reply actions
lol those are bomb Twister likes them too
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:43 PM PST up reply actions
does tuna count? cuz it was good
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
you should make some for us
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
we could call it CGG's shore shack
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
hot damn! that jus made ma mouth water
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
i can see where your good cookin comes from
dont worry i wont tell your boy
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Honey that was just one recipe. I have plenty of recipes i came up with myself in my aresenal.
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 10:56 PM PST up reply actions
I dont doubt you the slightest
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
really good
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
I'm out kids. Be good.
2010 was a kick ass year. - Kobe Bryant
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Bill Gates
Tweetness: @SoCalGal64
g'night!
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
night mama
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:50 PM PST up reply actions
lol say wat?
is that wat you read to bed every night?
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
yeah sometimes when i cant get to sleep I read this
while listening to some Carcass (old school death metal band)
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:52 PM PST up reply actions
LOL great combo
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
oh yeah??
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
ahh man i miss my books as a yungn
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
you know...
dr. seuss, clifford ..those weinstein bears…sigh
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
me too
:/
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
see what you did des?
got us mullin over our childhood bedtime stories
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
You dont wanna start this shit with me bruda....
"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 Feb 20, 2011 10:53 PM PST up reply actions
ohhh rly?
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
pleeeeeease....
That last pic made all yours and forthcoming ones irrelevent….
"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 Feb 20, 2011 11:01 PM PST up reply actions
Ahh darn
I missed the all star game thread, and most of the first 3 quarters :(. Ah well. Glad to see who got mvp :)
"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
that should be comforting enough
but if you want to see it again i believe theres a link at the top by youngmoney to rewatch the game
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
O i see it now
Sweet thanks
"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
hope it works
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Kobe dunked on Lebron.
That’s pretty much all you need to know.
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
and slapped his ass mamba style afterward
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
Well AS weekend was our great escape from reality and Kobe got mvp... a win-win for us
I wish you all a great night. and thanks for making this AS game an SSR experience!
Night Ya’ll!
"If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail. You know what I mean? Fuck it." -- Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant
A guy can dream
"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
by Hdg23 on Feb 20, 2011 11:05 PM PST reply actions 4 recs
Howard: "2 more years, baby"
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
by LakerAce on Feb 20, 2011 11:08 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
I’m out. i will catch up with you guys Tuesday. Kisses.
by California Girly Girl on Feb 20, 2011 11:10 PM PST up reply actions
If there was a game to showcase Paul, it was today
Extremely precise offensive operator.
And lol @ Howard looking wistfully in the background.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
by Ben R on Feb 20, 2011 11:11 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
LOL great catch
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
soon to be photoshopped
"Phil Jackson seems to enjoy his status as 'NBA grand philosopher' and uses that platform to lob verbal hand grenades into other franchises or the league offices for fun." - Kurt Helin
Stalk, err, Follow me on Twitter: @bluefalcon916
by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:05 AM PST up reply actions
as d12 looks on
with jealousy
METS JETS NETS LAKERS
"I don’t think we want to be like the Knicks, I think we’d more like to resemble the Lakers." - Mikhail Prokhorov! New Nets Owner!
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 Feb 21, 2011 6:06 AM PST up reply actions
Again.
2010 was a kick ass year. - Kobe Bryant
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Bill Gates
Tweetness: @SoCalGal64
Lebron and Kobe played equally great and I only say this because Kobe lost steam by the end of the 4th because for 3 quarters he was leading a well oiled machine in the West. That said, why is it that because Lebron, and the player being overlooked by his performance Amare, brought the East back in the final minutes that somehow Lebron was the best player on the floor because he had 7 more asts?? Yet, Kobe was being shown charity despite having a game high in rebs and pts and being 2nd in steals while tying Lebron and Wade for game high in TOs. I don’t think I will ever get why so much importance is placed on such vague differences, in real games or exhibitions. Tomorrow will be an interesting day for reactions lol.
These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game. - Charlie Wilson
TRADE KOBY FOR LUTHER HEAD!!!! (it's a movement)
Why should Kobe play the role of facilitator
when Chris Paul and Deron Williams were playing?
"If you have a debate with a scholar, you can win. If you have a debate with an ignorant person, you will definitely lose."
"I'm a perfectionist who's not perfect." - Ron Artest
8 + 24 > 23 + 6
He's a King's guy
It’s sooooo vogue to argue the LBJ thing because of, what, advanced metrics that put way too much emphasis on assists…
I mean, Kobe had 10 offensive rebounds in the game. It was an all star game, where Kobe dominated; Kobe had 8 more points, 2 more rebounds (with 10 on the offensive side), and he gets crap because he only had 3 assists?
Whateva…
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
yea, it's just funny to see it.
I honestly didn’t think we’d see as many of this Lebron got robbed thing from the writers, but I guess I was wrong.
These things happened. They were glorious and they changed the world... and then we fucked up the end game. - Charlie Wilson
TRADE KOBY FOR LUTHER HEAD!!!! (it's a movement)
I think Chuck, or maybe Kenny, said it best.
Lebron will get his MVP all-star awards. This was Kobe’s, on his floor, with his crowd. WTF, it was the all star game.
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
goodnight y'all
great weekend for LA
"What doesn't kill you might injure you, or just kill you later." -Czheck Proverb
"Pluto’s not even a planet no more, which I’m very disturbed about. I grew up when Pluto was a planet. Now, I’m 25, I turn around and Pluto’s no longer a planet. I’m going to elbow that guy in the nose." -Ron Artest
He mad
"If it wasn’t for In-and-Out burger, I probably would have gone to Memphis or something." – Ron Artest
by LAL32 on Feb 20, 2011 11:36 PM PST reply actions 7 recs
Kobe Post-Game Transcript
From OC Register
Q. I’ve got a stretch for you. Is this a momentum builder for the Atlanta game for you guys? (Laughter).
KOBE BRYANT: (Shaking head).
I don’t know, what do you think, man? Second second sure.
Q. What about this supposed second half?
KOBE BRYANT: We are looking forward to it. We are up for the challenge. Pau and I have been talking this whole time about looking forward to and getting back at it. We have been in communication with the rest of the fellas, and we all can’t wait to get started.
Q. You forgot the last game?
KOBE BRYANT: What last game?
Q. You forgot it then?
KOBE BRYANT: What game?
Q. Exactly.
KOBE BRYANT: That game’s been flushed.
Q. I just spoke to Dwight Howard, and he said you mentioned a few Realtors for him?
KOBE BRYANT: Yeah. Dwight is a good friend of mine. He’s a good buddy and I’ll help wherever I can.
Q. Do you feel like Blake is as popular as you are in this city, and if so, what’s it like sharing it with him?
KOBE BRYANT: Did you not hear my last it’s great. I love it. I love Blake, man. This summer, I got a chance to get to know him a little bit because we were doing therapy at the same place, so we were sitting next to each other most of the time and got a chance to kind of talk, when nobody is around, and I got a chance to know him before all of this happened.
I’m just very happy for him. Like I said, I’ve had my time, and it’s his time now and it’s these younger players, the Durants and so forth, to step forward and carry the league. I’m on my way out. So it’s important for them to carry the league.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
The line "I've had my time" is rather sad
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
lol
but in his time, he’s done great things
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:07 AM PST up reply actions
Yeah definitely, it's just one of those taboo topics for me I guess
It’s going to be a vastly different team without Kobe one day. It’ll be like the early to mid-1990s unless we get a big-time free agent and draft well
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
I was most interested in the Dwight Howard comments
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by Gil Meriken on Feb 21, 2011 12:16 AM PST up reply actions
Yeah.
I still don’t see him coming to LA though. And, honestly, if he did leave Orlando for Lakerland or elsewhere, I’d still feel bad for Magic fans.
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
fans shmans
We break the hearts of fans, and get top talent.
It’s what we do.
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:18 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Yeah, I mean, such sentiments would wear-off once I see Dwight dominate
But otherwise, since I live in Toronto and have seen up close what stars leaving teams does to people and their psyches as fans, I will feel bad for at least a little while.
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
What better way for Dwight
then to take the Shaq route? Lose a Finals with the Magic, join the Lakers and threepeat.
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by douchiedude on Feb 21, 2011 12:39 AM PST up reply actions
Yeah franchise centers do not just leave Orlando for no reason
to come to LA. I mean, in what universe does that happen…a all star center leaving orlando for LA.
If he did leave..
I’d be surprised if Orlando drafted a center ever again.
Shaq left the Magic to join the Lakers = Lakers 3 peat
Ariza traded from the Magic to the Lakers= 2009 Championship
Matt Barnes leaves the Magic to join Lakers = To Be determined...
by Castleblack on Feb 21, 2011 10:01 AM PST up reply actions
lmao
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 10:41 AM PST up reply actions
CP3 played well today
with Kobe and Pau out there.
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:19 AM PST up reply actions
mood changer. damn.
Tim Duncan wins championships. Vince Carters fills the arenas.
Kobe Bryant does both.
The ideal way to win a championship is step by step.
-Phil Jackson
dammit all
Watching CP3 do work out there, it was awesome.
:D
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It's why it would be a totally different question
If it was Bynum for Paul instead of Bynum for Melo. You can see how the former would work out really well. You have to search a bit harder to see how the latter would.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
I'd rather keep Bynum
Not get Dwight and instead get Paul
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:22 AM PST up reply actions
Well, you have to give up something
We’re not getting a marquee free agent without some loss.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
I didn't mention Pau.. hehe
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:24 AM PST up reply actions
kidding of course.
lol, I guess it was nice to see a PG play with next to Kobe and Pau, for a change
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:24 AM PST up reply actions
ignore "with"
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:24 AM PST up reply actions
lol
yup. i had to turn in about 4 hrs of work by midnight.
I started it at 9pm after the game. It got done tho. lol #Clutch
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:27 AM PST up reply actions
One option, radical though it may be
Is to let the entire Kobe-Ron-Odom-Artest crew roll off the books in 2013 and 2014, and try a wholesale reset when the Evans/Wall/Griffin/Curry crop of 1st and 2nd year guys could hit the open market.
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by DexterFishmore on Feb 21, 2011 12:27 AM PST up reply actions
No, Yes, Yes, Yes
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:30 AM PST up reply actions
Not until 2027
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by DexterFishmore on Feb 21, 2011 12:31 AM PST up reply actions
Kupchakkkkkkkkkkkkk!!!
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:31 AM PST up reply actions
doesn't sound as awesome as
Kahhhhhhhhnnnnnnnnnn
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:31 AM PST up reply actions
Heh... whoops
Freudian slip.
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by DexterFishmore on Feb 21, 2011 12:32 AM PST up reply actions
the first all star thread
closed with 1111 comments
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by bluexfalcon on Feb 21, 2011 12:34 AM PST up reply actions
That's true
Although we’d have to wait for the new CBA to see how that would work out. Well, I get the upside to all these bad contracts is that they have to become expirings at some juncture.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
Won't they be restricted FAs though
makes it harder to believe we could really get them without another team trying their best to keep them
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As a side note, the picture for this recap is begging to have "U MAD" put on it
What is the nature of your thoughts, gentlemen, when you say "fuddle duddle" or something like that?
thanks for the insider access
this weekend Dex. Very much enjoyed the tweets and pics!
shoutout to SBN for hooking you up.
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Jason Whitlock: All-Star Game was Kobe's last stand
Just … no. I can’t even bring myself to link to this sensationalism. But I will call it to your attention. This dude is a h-a-c-k!
I might live to regret this statement, but I believe it nonetheless: Feb. 20, 2011 was Kobe’s last stand.
He’s done. It’s over. He’s no longer a leading man.
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I just read it and Tweeted about t
http://twitter.com/#!/dexterfishmore/status/39623416290082816
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by DexterFishmore on Feb 21, 2011 1:52 AM PST up reply actions
Let's try that again
Whitlock’s Kobe column is premier-league hackery. Trite, lazy, poorly argued, riven through with tortured metaphors and naked conjecture.
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by DexterFishmore on Feb 21, 2011 1:53 AM PST up reply actions
lol, excellent
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
lmao
moar!!!
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It's especially sad that we get crap like that
Oops, Adande's article was written yesterday
Easily could have been read through in context of tonight without looking at the date. My point still holds on the quality of writing.
To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, but the opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
LOL, poor Kevin Love. Still a rookie.
When Kevin Love, the rebounding machine, teased Bryant at halftime that it was “the first time and the last time” he’d ever have more rebounds than him, Bryant took mental notes.
“After that,” Bryant said, “I just started stealing rebounds left and right.”
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Great links, thanks
I love how Kobe says he’s the same, it’s just that now people listen to him as a veteran and a winner, instead of seeing some young punk kid who thinks he knows better than others.
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