Lakers 108, Rockets 99: If He Stays Healthy...
by DexterFishmore on Jan 3, 2012 10:54 PM PST
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PrintIn mid-December, Rockets GM Daryl Morey nearly had a deal in place to acquire Pau Gasol. You might've heard about it. His plan was to make Pau his starting power forward and sign free agent Nene to be his starting center. Watching the Rockets' 99 to 108 loss to the Lakers at Staples Center tonight, you can understand his anxiety over Houston's front line. It is small. Jordan Hill, who's barely large enough to play power forward, is the first-team center, and reserve Samuel Dalembert is the only regular who even looks like a credible NBA big man. This evening the Lakers showed what they can do against teams with too little beef in the paint. It took them a while, but their second-half commitment to pounding the ball inside eventually had its intended effect and moved their season record to 4-3.
But I suppose we should talk about Kobe Bryant first. Over the past 48 hours Lakerdom has risen in anger at its star shooting guard like few times I can remember. Shooting 8 for 28 amid a generally ragged start to the new season will do that. You never know how Kobe will respond to poopstorms of this sort. Would he pout and go on a shooting strike? Would he binge-shoot even more egregiously as a middle finger to his critics? In the event, he did neither. He just kept on firing, as he tends to do. His first half, in which he scored 15 points on 17 shots (including free-throw possessions), seemed an insufficient correction to his Denver performance. In the second half, though, he worked closer to the basket for better looks and spit fire like Harry Burkhart. His final line (37 points on 33 shots, 6 assists, just 2 turnovers) should help balance out the ongoing debate about his role in the Laker offense.
Just as influential in tonight's outcome was Andrew Bynum. Drew was able to ragdoll every Rocket defender except Dalembert, who played only 18 minutes, and after two quarters of feeding the post not nearly often enough, in the second half the Lakers agreed that yes, Bynum should touch the ball more or less whenever he wants it. Drew worked hard in this one. He ran the floor well, set up in deep post position and sucked in rebounds by the fistful. He scored 21 points and collected 22 rebounds for his first career 20-20 game. And his conditioning seems to be coming around nicely. We all knew he'd make a huge difference on this team when he returned from the Barea suspension, but I don't think anyone really expected him to be in midseason form so quickly. Drew's a lock to start in the All-Star Game if (all together now!) he stays healthy.
Bynum's ownership of the paint and Houston's lack of quality bigs forced them to play offense entirely on the perimeter. Their attack was one jumpshot after the next, interrupted only by the occasional transition opportunity. They took care of the ball and shot well enough to hang in for most of the night. Down the stretch, though, their offensive rebounding dried up completely, and they couldn't overcome a teamwide inability to get to the free-throw line (just seven FTA's) or a horrendous shooting night from Kevin Martin, who missed 12 of his 17 attempts.
Quietly but efficiently, Pau put up 14 points and eight boards. He seems very comfortable letting Bynum serve as the first low-post option and finding his shots in the 14-to-17-foot range. Beyond the Lakers' Big Three there were nice contributions up and down the roster. Steve Blake had another fine effort (11 points on 9 shots, 2 assists, no turnovers), which should keep Darius Morris on the shelf a bit longer. Metta World Peace didn't shoot well but showed a rare touch for playmaking en route to five assists. Troy Murphy remains a defensive liability but rebounded and buried a couple open looks. Best of all, Matt Barnes played 20 minutes and DIDN'T ATTEMPT A SINGLE THREE-POINTER. I'm floored, to be honest, but happy.
Up next for the Lake Show is a tough one: at Portland on Thursday night. Josh McRoberts didn't play this evening because of a sore foot, but it would be nice to have him back for the Trail Blazers. After that it's back to Staples for the Warriors on Friday. Enjoy the over-0.500 record, everyone!
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if he stays healthy...
"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 we're doing corrections
then Kobe also made only 6 fgs last game not 8
"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 also.
Kobe had 29 shots, not 33… Or does the latter number indicated include FG attempts that led to two FT shots instead?
fga+fta
"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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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 12:03 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
I mean yea what you said lol
"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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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 12:03 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
Fixed - thanks
Twitter feed: @dexterfishmore
by DexterFishmore on Jan 4, 2012 12:31 AM PST up reply actions
Came back from the game.
Crowd got up for three things: Kobe beasting in the second half, Bynum dominating the paint, and of course, tacos. Was utterly hilarious how quiet the arena got when Lowry and Budinger were attempting threes at the end of the game.
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
lol
glad you had a nice time man
"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 would have crucified
kobe had he not blocked that shot
"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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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:10 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
It was like everyone said "NO!" when the ball was turned over
and almost at the same time followed up with a “YEAH!” because of the block.
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
Is it just me or.....
does anyone else NOT want Dwight Howard. I think Bynum is a far and beyond better Center. Howard is athletic and very marketable but Bynum’s post moves, shooting touch, and offensive game just buries Howard’s. I think Howard is the better defender by far currently but if Bynum can stay healthy, key words, I’ll take him over Howard.
Injury history. It's a bitch.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:25 AM PST up reply actions
But yeah, it's a toughie.
Dwight’s slightly better on D, though Bynum’s definitely improved in that regard. Bynum’s slightly better offensively, though Dwight’s definitely improved in that regard. Bynum has a better shooting touch and more complete offensive skillset to go with a slightly larger and longer frame; meanwhile Dwight’s an athletic freak of nature. Attitude-wise, I know a lot of people dislike Drew’s attitude; but in terms of athletes I want on my time I’d rather somebody who acts like an unabashed prick and takes losses badly (similar to Kobe, Jordan, Bird etc) than a happy-go-lucky dude who acts a fool far too often (i.e. LeBron).
Business-wise, Dwight’s obviously the biggest star; but this is LA, we can make Drew into a star. And the business end of things is kinda neutered due to Jim’s personal like of Drew.
Ultimately, however, it pretty much comes down to which people value more: the increased security of Dwight’s (lack of) injury history, or the continuity of sticking with Drew.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:34 AM PST up reply actions
*athletes I want on my team
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:35 AM PST up reply actions
*bigger star
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:35 AM PST up reply actions
And at least Bynum actively wants his touches.
I haven’t watched many Magic games of late, but his usage rate is unacceptably low considering the teammates he has. He’s the star, he should do something about it.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:39 AM PST up reply actions
He gets fouled a lot and doubled often
he can’t just force it ALL the time. He’s learned to pass much better and that’s why his TOs have gone down each year by not forcing it. His teammates just don’t really look for him a lot on the re-post
"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 gets fouled a lot and doubled often
he can’t just force it ALL the time. He’s learned to pass much better and that’s why his TOs have gone down each year by not forcing it. His teammates just don’t really look for him a lot on the re-post
"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 really would like to give Bynum another shot to show us he can stay healthy.
He’s younger than Dwight and has a much better post game. He affects as many shots as Dwight blocks. He showed us this off season that he is willing to put in the work to get his legs stronger and improve his game.
I’d much rather watch The Magic hold onto Dwight too long and drag too many teams along in trade negotiations, and end up getting screwed again… But I wouldn’t mind seeing Dwight with Williams in NJ. Just as long as Dwight doesn’t go to the Clips with CP3 & Griffin. That could be trouble.
Id like to see us pursue a trade with Pau. He just hasn’t impressed me since his start to the season last year. He gets paid way too much to be a third fiddle. If the Rockets still want him, I would easily take on Scola & Lowry with a couple picks. I doubt they want to give up Lowry though. Maybe Scola, Martin, Dragic & a pick for Pau.
"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
If the shot fails, however, we lose out on healthy Bynum AND Dwight.
I’m not necessarily for the trade, just playing Devil’s Advocate.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:52 AM PST up reply actions
Yeah, thats a gamble Im glad that I dont have to make.
it could go bad either way.
We could keep Bynum & he could get hurt after the trade deadline.
We trade Bynum and he has phenomenal years in Orlando and ends up being a superstar.
But it could also turn out really well in our favor.
I change my mind all the time (in regards to trading Bynum) so Im just glad we haev till March 15 to make a decision.
"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
So if Dwight ends up a superstar
we somehow lose out because we traded him for someone whose already superstar?
"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
whoops
sorry for the double post as well. Internet was acting up for 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
So if Dwight ends up a superstar
we somehow lose out because we traded him for someone whose already superstar?
"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
yessir
thanks, didn’t notice that I said Dwight.
"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
just saying it wouldnt be that great
if we trade bynum for dwight and bynum ends up being this huge offensive force and is able to play defense like dwight.
imo, bynum ceiling is much higher than dwights.
"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
and agreed on the "trade Pau" bit.
I like that trade, but would be still somewhat hesitant without Lowry. Perhaps we could throw in some draft picks and Goudelock to entice them. Ultimately, I don’t think they would take it however. Their ‘twin towers’ scheme failed and it’s painfully obvious Pau can’t be the Man or a true Center by now.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:55 AM PST up reply actions
and there still is the rumors i hear about a minnesota trade.
If Love wont resign with them, we could flip Pau for a combination of Love, Ridnour, one of their backup centers & some more filler (picks, cash, young players). Id be okay with that one as well.
"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
Love & Bynum on the same team would be insane
Outside game with Love, Inside with Bynum. And two of the best rebounders in the game.
"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
If we picked up Love and Ridnour for Pau, that'd be a steal.
Filler or no filler.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 8:00 AM PST up reply actions
yeah, they would just have to work out difference in the contracts.
pau gets paid way too much for just ridnour and love.
"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'd really like Pau for Deron.
With Ridnour, would PG still be considered a weakness for the Lakers? He’s not good enough to turn PG into a strength by any means.
Not a strength, no, we'd still need to work on dribble penetration.
But Love gives us desperately needed floor-spacing which makes it a somewhat less pressing need. Plus, don’t forget we’ve still got the Odom TPE to work with.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 8:06 AM PST up reply actions
Hes pretty similar to the player Blake has been
at the beginning of this season. But that would hopefully push Fish to the bench cuz Blake & Ridnour should split those minutes. I would then hope Fish would retire after the season.
Pau for Deron would be amazing. You just have to have a second trade lined up to fill the huge gap at PF. Unless you are willing to roll with MAC and Caracter as ur PF’s.
"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
TPE + Ebanks + Goudelock + our and Mavs' first round picks.
Might hopefully be able to pick up Millsap or something.
Yeah, the hole the Pau/Deron swap leaves is massive, pretty much single-handedly makes the decision between that or Ridnour+Love a tough one.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 8:13 AM PST up reply actions
That is a massive hole,
but I think the upgrade at PG is bigger than the downgrade at PF.
And it will be much easier to get a decent starting PF, with the Odom TPE, than a starting PG.
We would just have a log jam at PG & SF. (4 at each position)
"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
To help solve that PG log jam,
we could send Pau & Blake for D-Will & Morrow.
"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
Don't forget we still have our Amnesty.
Hmmm I’d rather lose Fish than Blake, but obviously I doubt that’ll happen… at least Blake might sweeten the deal a bit for the Nets.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 8:29 AM PST up reply actions
If Bynum didnt have his injury history,
Id keep Bynum over Howard. He is younger and his offensive game is much better than Howards. Bynum doesn’t block as many shots, but he affects a shit ton.
BUT the injury history is there. And its not just one or two injuries. Id love to try to see if Bynum can stay healthy, but Howard is only available this season thru a trade. I guess we will have to wait and see what the front office wants to do… If it willing to gamble on Bynum’s knees again.
"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 like everything about Bynum better
His attitude, his nature, his I’ll foul a motherfucker if he comes inside, his post moves, shooting touch, and I agree he affects almost as many shots. I hate Dwight Howard being happy go lucky all the time. I like pissed off superstars!
I also like trading Gasol for love. I think both are good, both are almost on par with each other. It’s the age and outside shooting Love brings that entices me. Plus Gasol has been a little shy on the glass lately. With Bynum’s O going up, trading Gasol will not hurt as bad as it would in years past.
by datboyeddiep on Jan 4, 2012 10:48 AM PST up reply actions
I think Bynum’s attitude is one thing he is almost universally derided for compared to Dwight. It sounds as if he’s working on it now, but he clearly had/has some issues about his maturity level. I like the idea of being physical inside, but not when it is blatantly terrible and he has had one of those a year over the past 3 years, if I remember correctly.
I don't think a 3-game sample is enough to make us say that without a doubt Drew is better than Dwight
His play so far has certainly been great, don’t take me wrong. If he can keep up this type of production and not get hurt, then yeah keep him. But let’s not forget that Dwight has never missed more than 4 games during a season since he’s got to the NBA. By comparison, Bynum has only has one year when he’s played more than 65 games.
See guys? Jim Buss knows exactly what he's doing.
"Fuck this shit. Is this fucking season over yet? It is? Jesus H. motherfucking Christ on a stick! Get Nick Holt on the phone NOW! Stupid motherfucker forces us to score touchdowns on every possession, and we still can't win the Alamo Bowl? Hey, asshole! It's Steve Sarkisian. You're fucking FIRED, you FUCK!"
Kobe Vs ftw
Not really a big fan of the “skin” on the VIs and VIIs
"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
Next!
"I want to get out there, dominate in the low block," Bynum said."That's what I'm here for."
One Nation...under a groove. IAATL(D). It's all about the Lakers (defense).
should have traded Lamar Odom
for an athletic PG or SF
Let's wait until the deadline before we pronounce judgment on this one.
If we end up with say Varejao, I’m totally okay with 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
When is the deadline? Did that change due to the lock out?
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This.
No change.
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
cool.
I’m circling that date. Damn thats still a long way to go.
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Barely over two months
It seems like it should be a lot further, but somehow it’s the beginning of January after just 6 or 7 games for each team. Not that far off.
"It ain't Chinese algebra. If you get stops and you execute on offense, normally that team wins." - Tony Allen
"One thing LeBron James has won that Kobe Bryant never has, and never will: A bronze medal."- Josh Tucker
true
good point
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Thnx... If Bynum keeps this up I don't see the Lakers doing anything
unless their defense keeps giving up so many pts.
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Would Cleveland really give up Varejao for nothing?
Or Utah Millsap? Not saying they wouldn’t, I just don’t see what’s in it for them to dump salary.
"If you're not making mistakes, then you're not doing anything. I'm positive that a doer makes mistakes." - John Wooden
If Dan Gilbert threw a tantrum because the Lakers got CP3 but didn't have any problems
with the Clippers getting him there is no fuckin way he will do anything to help out the Lakers get better.
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Money, money, money.
It was never about CP3 for Dan Gilbert. It was about him reaching in the Lakers pockets and making MORE money on luxury tax. He could care less about the player. he was sour that the Lakers were going to save $ and pay LESS luxury tax. If he can save money and have the Lakers pay more luxury tax, he wins.
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if thats his thinking....
he should just send us varajoe for the tpe….
(after we trade pau for d-will)
"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
Just the money? He seemed a bit burned about a superstar going to a large market.
Didn’t something similar happen to him? Haha
Read his letter
he makes a point about the Lakers saving money through the 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
Yeah but he also makes a reference to the other 26 teams being the Washington Generals.
It was money and The Lakers getting another superstar
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by EmmCeee on Jan 4, 2012 12:43 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
it definitely was the money
especially the tax part.
"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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Oh i agree the money was a big part of it
But the big market team getting anotha star was also a part of it
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by EmmCeee on Jan 4, 2012 12:58 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
if it was a big market team getting a Star
then CP to Clippers wouldn’t have happened.
"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
42-1 on Barebones TDM classic ... BEAT THAT XBOXERS
Yeah you are probably right
But I think what made such a huge impression on me was his comment that I saw on tv where he did mention the money aspect of it but in the same breath he said something like, “the Lakers were going to get CP3 and not give up any draft picks which would set them up perfectly to get Howard” (paraphrasing). But I am sure the money aspect was a big deal to him.
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It probably wont just be the trade exception.
we would probably have to include a pick and/or a young, end of the bench guy (goudelock, morris, caracter).
If a team is struggling, and willing to tank the season for the possibility of a high draft pick, it could happen. It also helps them cut salary if they are trying to sign someone in the offseason.
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Varejao is kinda redundant.
Our frontline is solid, yeah it could use another decent-calibre big; but imo it seems like dribble penetrator is still a bigger issue, cos when jumpers aren’t falling literally our only option atm is post-ups.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:42 AM PST up reply actions
If somehow, someway, we turn Pau into Deron,
then Varejao would be great.
Indeed.
Though I still might prefer Millsap.
I don’t think NJ’s likely to give up Deron this season, however; best bet there would be an S&T.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:47 AM PST up reply actions
If Dwight gets traded to another team....
not sure where it would be besides us or NJ. But if he does, I can see Deron telling them he is leaving the next year. He has already said he is unhappy with the lack of help he has. Why wouldn’t they do what Orlando is doing with Dwight, and trade him for the best available option.
So many options and possibilities out there. It would be crazy to see a starting lineup like this after the trade deadline:
D-Will, Fish, Blake
Kobe, Kapono, Goudelock
Barnes, MWP, Ebanks
Varajeo, McRoberts, Caracter
Howard, Murphy
I dont even recognize that team from last years 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
Nearly as crazy as Got 'Em Coach's rumoured 'Brian Plan'
That if the CP3 trade wasn’t blocked, the Lakers already had trades lined up for Millsap and Dwight.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:56 AM PST up reply actions
that would have been an entirely different team as well, lol
CP3
Kobe
MWP
Millsap
Howard
wow, just wow……
fucking david stern
"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 mean, a defensive hustle guy that can play back-up C so Pau doesn't have to
seems like a good idea to me
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"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
I don't like anything Varejao brings
He is a horrible offensive player. Now if we get Paul Milsap, I’ll shut up. If we somehow lose Gasol and get this big haired clown, I’ll be mighty pissed!
by datboyeddiep on Jan 4, 2012 11:06 AM PST up reply actions
Even if it is for D Will.
I’d still rather have Gasol and some other lower level pg.
by datboyeddiep on Jan 4, 2012 11:06 AM PST up reply actions
I've had my eye on Varajeo since Brown was hired.
If we got him?…………..oh my god.
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give me a break
he’s still better than Pau.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:58 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
ha...ha...haha.....ha
The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist.
you know its true
look deep inside you and just agree with what its saying to you.
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"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 2:26 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
this is true
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
That is definitely not true
Compare their career stats. Odom is not even close to Pau.
by datboyeddiep on Jan 4, 2012 10:50 AM PST up reply actions
LOL...inside joke
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Dudes heart just isnt in Dallas
i think we crushed his soul…..
"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
But come on
Odom has always been a guy who scores 20 and pulls in 10 boards, then next game barely manages to get 3 rebounds and scores 2 points. Very inconsistent. I never expect much from Lamar. I really liked lamar but I think getting Murphy and McRoberts more than made up for Odom.
by datboyeddiep on Jan 4, 2012 10:52 AM PST up reply actions
Yo! Adrianne!!!!
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by Jelly Bean on Jan 3, 2012 11:16 PM PST up reply actions 4 recs
make this green!
"If you're not making mistakes, then you're not doing anything. I'm positive that a doer makes mistakes." - John Wooden
lol
he’s kidding
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Hoping that's sweat and not drool a la Big Baby.
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Tweetness
We might as well just attach it to his name.
How ironic would it be if Bynumifhestayshealthy and Howard play against each other in the All-Star Game and the Orlando fans actually cheer for Bynumifhestayshealthy after being fed up with Howard’s trade demands.
"They should go into a box and one--put the box on Kobe and the one on everyone else" - Jeff Van Gundy
by Mister Larry on Jan 3, 2012 11:18 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
After years of saying "If he stays healthy" and knocking on wood,
I have realized this is not sufficient. As such, I am hoping that whichever gods hold the power to punish people who jinx situations will be appeased by me beating my head into my wooden table. I hope this will do.
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sigh i never make it in time for game threads
still asleep
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by crushmybones on Jan 3, 2012 11:20 PM PST up reply actions
damn it, I'm just 4th
can I go and post in the thread and pad my stats like lbj does ?
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:21 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
noooooooo
that means I cant have a shirt with “check my stats” on it
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:24 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
heheheheheheh
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:23 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
LOL, luckiest you'll ever be.
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Tweetness
so mean
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:30 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Dang
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
Yes!!!!!!
I am no longer irrelevant!
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top 3 finishers only though
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:51 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Ty
:D
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:55 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
victory!
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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.
Kobe played really well but he took some unnecessary shots at the end there
Also our late game execution still looks iffy.
by Derek Fisher's Intangibles on Jan 3, 2012 11:22 PM PST reply actions
its still our beloved chucker
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:23 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
He's gotta do something to let us know it's still him :D
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by Mister Larry on Jan 3, 2012 11:28 PM PST up reply actions
Seemed like he was determined to reach 40 PTS
to put a cherry on top of his “comeback” after last game’s disastrous shooting.
"If you're not making mistakes, then you're not doing anything. I'm positive that a doer makes mistakes." - John Wooden
Ya I felt he was watching his points too
Both those deep threes were inexcusable, though. Even the one with the shot clock winding down, he could’ve taken a dribble or two in (there were like 5 seconds left)..
But I’m just nitpicking. It’s nice to see the old (young) Kobe every once in a while :)
"It ain't Chinese algebra. If you get stops and you execute on offense, normally that team wins." - Tony Allen
"One thing LeBron James has won that Kobe Bryant never has, and never will: A bronze medal."- Josh Tucker
Sick game tonight
Bynum was amazing. What was surprising was Budinger….lol he tried to get into a fight with Artest. Then, Mchale, was so sure Kobe was going to continue to have an off night he left Budinger on Kobe the whole night.
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
Budinger played good defense tonight
Kobe just picked tonight to make the shots that help explain why people don’t mention him and Omri Casspi in the same breath.
"Fuck this shit. Is this fucking season over yet? It is? Jesus H. motherfucking Christ on a stick! Get Nick Holt on the phone NOW! Stupid motherfucker forces us to score touchdowns on every possession, and we still can't win the Alamo Bowl? Hey, asshole! It's Steve Sarkisian. You're fucking FIRED, you FUCK!"
Omri
in my opinion is underrated. He is a really good player and always plays Kobe really well.
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He's a better small forward than Alonzo Gee, I'll tell you that
"Fuck this shit. Is this fucking season over yet? It is? Jesus H. motherfucking Christ on a stick! Get Nick Holt on the phone NOW! Stupid motherfucker forces us to score touchdowns on every possession, and we still can't win the Alamo Bowl? Hey, asshole! It's Steve Sarkisian. You're fucking FIRED, you FUCK!"
don't know who that dude is
for a second I thought you were talking about Arthur Agee from HoopDreams
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Naw
He plays for the Cavs.
"Fuck this shit. Is this fucking season over yet? It is? Jesus H. motherfucking Christ on a stick! Get Nick Holt on the phone NOW! Stupid motherfucker forces us to score touchdowns on every possession, and we still can't win the Alamo Bowl? Hey, asshole! It's Steve Sarkisian. You're fucking FIRED, you FUCK!"
ooooh! I'll check him out
I am watching so much basketball now because of all the back to backs there is NBA basketball on all the time. I really want to see Rubio play a full game. But I’ll check out the Cavs the next time they come on tv. I want to see the number one draft pick. Btw…because of your suggestion, I’m starting to watch more college bbally games. I just pick random ones or at least with games that involve one school that is ranked.
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NBA TV Broadband
has all the old games archived and for free until Jan 8th. Can go watch Rubio throughout his first few weeks if you want. Pretty good vision, and shooting the ball pretty well, for a guy who supposedly can’t shoot.
The difference in size between our frontcourts was really apparent in person.
Bynum is BIG. Even Dalembert looked almost a head shorter than him. He still has some kinks to work out that I’ll talk about in my post in the morning though;
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
drew doesn't pass lol
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:26 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
He doesn't pass well out of the double team.
by BoneCruncher24 on Jan 3, 2012 11:29 PM PST up reply actions
I think you mean he doesn't look to pass lol
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:30 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
LOL, no he doesn't.
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Tweetness
Because nobody will pass it back to him on a repost
read:Kobe
#teambynum
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i agree with you on that.
If i was shooting 75%, and only shooting 15 times a night, id be pissed too. No wonder he doesn’t kick it back out. Take advantage of every possession you get.
"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
He's not only seeing the ball 15 times
so him shooting 15 times is on him.
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"I think that all the silence is worse than all the violence." -Lupe Fiasco
No its on Kobe
KOBES FAULT!!
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
Well if you wanna count his catches at the 3pt line and rebounds you technically have a point
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by EmmCeee on Jan 4, 2012 12:52 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Well, to be fair,
the Spurs’ old offense that is being used involves post players occasionally stepping out to the top of the key to give more room for the other post player. Bynum needs to do that, and it will definitely take away from his ppg and shot attempts, but it’s better for the team. He’s been fine so far, of course he could use more touches, but it is what is.
Absolutely
He needs more touches in the post
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by EmmCeee on Jan 4, 2012 12:59 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Bynum seriously get enough touches
if he didn’t turnover the ball like 5 times last night he’d have more FGA than he got since he doesn’t pass anyway.
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:o)
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
Comparing his effectiveness inside to our mainly iffy three point shooting.
It’s rare that he needs to.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 6:21 AM PST up reply actions
we need 3-pointers off of more than just swings and pull-ups
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I think he gets caught behind the basket too much when he has the ball
When he gets the ball and he sees the double team he turns towards the baseline too much. IMHO.
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not too much
you mean always…
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:33 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
If it was always he wouldn't be playing as well as he has.
Shaq was really good at passing it out to the perimeter player, reposition himself and ask for the ball back. Bynum needs to work on that because as many people have said already, once he gets the ball he isn’t passing it back out.
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as much as I love Drew
this is , outside of defense, my main reason wanting a trade for dwight.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:38 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Well me, I just want Dwight because he is Dwight.
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yes Really
have you watched Dwight play? There was a reason Orlando could shoot so many open 3s. Dwight knows how to kick out to open shooters.
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and no its always
it always comes down to 3 possibilities, either a turnover or a miss or a make for Drew and tonight since nobody could guard him, most of them were.makes which turned into misses later in the game because of the rockets’ adjusments
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:40 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
My big quibble is that he takes way too long to figure out what he wants to do with the ball.
And is a little too deliberate. He goes through all that trouble to get the ball and then takes too long to get into his moves. It’s generally okay since he’s overpowering his man, but a lot of those post-ups would look better if he catches the ball and transitions nicely into a hook or similar, especially with deep post position.
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 agree
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:40 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Completely agree.
His footwork needs a lot of work I think that is what gets him in trouble. You can tell that he takes to long because when he finally decides on a move he rushes too much. I think part of that also is that his offensive game seems as if he is trying to over power who ever is guarding him rather than use post moves.
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Disagree. His footwork has gotten him a lot of baskets.
It’s his footwork that bails out Drew when he’s indecisive for the first few seconds he receives the ball deep in the post. It’s great to watch, actually.
He keeps a nice wide stance and low base.
Exact opposite of Pau, who stands too narrow and rarely gets down low. Thing is, he’s so long that even despite his weight he’s not as solid as a Big Baby or so, so it’s relatively easy for him to lose his balance and travel or get stuck in a bad spot compared to bigs like Shaq.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 6:32 AM PST up reply actions
He's lucky he hasn't been called for more 3-second violations.
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Tweetness
haha yea
if the refs really wanted too, at least 75% of drews touches would be 3 seconds violation lol
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:46 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Can't believe he actually got called once tonight. He had about 5 of them, but only got one.
Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe. - Albert Einstein
Tweetness
hey we'll take it. lol
for all his flaws he played a great game
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"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:51 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
LOL
Hey!!!!
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
LOL, don't be attacking me!
Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe. - Albert Einstein
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Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
Interesting...
That is one of my frustrations with Pau this year. Don’t get me wrong, Pau has tremendous footwoork, and Bynum has years of work in front of him if he’d like to be at the level of Pau’s post moves. I also know Pau likes the face-up post, but often he spends so much time trying to read the defender in front of him that if he’s forced to kick it out, the shot clock is winding down and the possession is lost.
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by Mister Larry on Jan 3, 2012 11:47 PM PST up reply actions
seriously if our big 3
go 27-20-24/night wed be nearly unbeatable but Pau doesn’t seem like he wants that.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:50 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
I feel like Pau is completely OK with being the 3rd option out there
and I absolutely love and respect his attitude about it.
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I don't
he needs to go back to the post. he just accepts being pushed out of it and leaving the spot for either kobe or drew
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:53 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
well, there isn't enough room there to function both of them at the same time...
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I mean when one is active down there
not with both of them there.
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I'm not sure how I feel about it.
He’s sort of developed into a Tim Duncan-like player in his latter years as a guy who consistently knocks down mid-range jumpers but can also score on the inside.
If Andrew’s in the game, I have no problem with Gasol doing his thing on the high post. But when Bynum’s out and it’s just Gasol and McRoberts/Murphy, Pau’s got to step up and fill that role of dominant big man who works the low post like he’s done the last several years.
"They should go into a box and one--put the box on Kobe and the one on everyone else" - Jeff Van Gundy
by Mister Larry on Jan 3, 2012 11:55 PM PST up reply actions
I really don't know why he doesn't seem to have that anymore.
Gasol is really more of a finese player. I think. He always has been. And I don’t know if this is more recent but every time he does a post move and someone gets even a pinky on the ball it seems that Gasol loses it, gets stripped and even worst, he throws his arms around as if he got shot.
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
Part of it is he just doesn't like contact.
The other part is he really seems to expect the superstar calls. Combine that with Euro flopping, and you’ve got him trying to pull even more exaggerated versions of Durant’s swing-through move.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 6:23 AM PST up reply actions
Haha, Saurav - you truly are Pau's biggest critic.
I remember your long post (around the 2010 NBA Finals I think) eviscerating the claim that Pau was the Lakers’ MVP over Kobe.
Dude's on a max contract.
And is as passive as a second-round rookie. I wouldn’t mind if it was just him deferring to Drew and Kobe; but his reluctance to be aggressive is present even when he’s force-fed the ball. Not to mention he didn’t particularly step up in Drew’s absence.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 6:43 AM PST up reply actions
Not disagreeing, haha.
You make really good points. What happened to 2010 playoffs and early 2010-2011 season Pau? These Lakers would be very hard to stop with this Bynum, a slightly more facilitating Kobe, and that Pau.
I mean, I feel that he earned that contract/extension with his play before he got it.
He was aggressive and decisive often enough; I’ll never forget his face after his last field goal in Game 7. But man, the passive Pau that we’ve seen ever since late last season really frustrates me to no end.
Also, I can only remember seeing 2 Pau dunks all season.
I’ve seen him actively turn down dunk opportunities in favour of layups (a fair few of which he missed) far more often. What type of 7-footer does that?
"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 Jan 4, 2012 7:52 AM PST up reply actions
And what's up with his hands?
It seems Gasol used to have really good hands, but pretty much every game he fumbles or mishandles a ball 2-3 times, Kobe I understand, dude has like only 8 working fingers and 1.5 wrists but Gasol is just not , I don’t know, into basketball anymore it seems.
Yeah, I mean he never wanted responsibility; hence why he's so happy to sink back to third option.
But it almost seems as if he cannot, and isn’t even trying to, get his head in the game.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 8:50 AM PST up reply actions
Right?
He is willing to play 3rd guy instantly
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
This is another thing I'll talk about in my post.
With Drew out there, I want him at the high post all the time. He hits that jumper consistently, and it’s really hard for a big to go all that way out to contest that shot. If they jump on it, shot fake, drive at the rim, and if Bynum’s man tries to help, flip a pass to him for the easy bucket. He really should use that jumper as a threat while facing up on the block also. Same idea there, except a running hook shot in the lane if his defender bites on the shot fake.
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
ALL OF THIS!!!
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
There were a couple of times in the game also when he was facing up Scola on the baseline.
And the height difference is really clear in person. Scola is giving him a bit of space to protect against the drive and Pau doesn’t take the jumper. There aren’t a whole lot of fours that are going to contest that well, so he might as well take 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
scola could have though
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 12:06 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
but yes I agree
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"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 12:06 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
C'mon, compared to Pau he's the Flash.
Though I admit it’s a bigger issue for Drew since he normally catches in the paint, whilst Pau catches a few feet out.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 6:20 AM PST up reply actions
Plain and Simple
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Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
Kobe Bryant had a good game
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by Czheck on Jan 3, 2012 11:30 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Nah he chucks thats all
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:31 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
DREW!
Was an absolute BEAST on the block tonight. it was almost like he was playing highschoolers.
by LkRfaN33 on Jan 3, 2012 11:33 PM PST via Android app reply actions
yea, the rockets are really
too short
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:34 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Sweet, JD2K posting highlights again
and they’re downloadable.
http://lakersmedia.com/highlights/streaming/4945-rockets-at-lakers-13-hd-highlights.html
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thanks, forgot about him
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OOoooooo
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
I got Tacos!
Cindy Crawford’s husband barely watched the game, he just kept chatting with A-Rod.
Q: Was Kobe’s shot selection and decision making really all that different? Some of those fadeaways were just ridiculous. Seems to me the decision making wasn’t very different than last game, but the execution was there tonight.
Bynum was altering shots left and right out there.
Blake did what I thought Blake would do last season, which is hit big time threes.
And don’t forget Troy Murphy, who actually makes shots that he’s supposed to, when a player drives and kicks out to him. He doesn’t hurt you with too many mistakes and grabs rebounds – for a role player, that is perfection.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
"Doubt is not a pleasant condition, but certainty is absurd." - Voltaire
hahaha
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"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:41 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
A: No, it was pretty much the same. Tonight they were falling whereas Sunday they weren't.
Fewer of of them were short, but otherwise, not much different.
Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe. - Albert Einstein
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I kinda agree
I do hope the team start making more outside shots
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 3, 2012 11:47 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
I KNOW you heard the crowd take a deep breath when Kobe turned it over
and the Houston Rockets almost made a three to give them over 100 points.
btw..Kobe had the same mid range looks, I think, but it wasn’t his night. But I’ll tell you what I loved about what he did tonight that not that many people saw. When he sat the first part of the 4th qtr…Kobe pulled Bynum aside and was coaching him and telling him what to do on offense. I really loved seeing that.
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
I thought they called a foul on the Rockets very last basket
And that Lowry was getting a free throw. It was so loud, and something about Gasol’s reaction made it appear as if they blew the whistle.
"This is not a game for boys. This is a game for men." - Phil Jackson
"Doubt is not a pleasant condition, but certainty is absurd." - Voltaire
lol..I thought that to.
I seriously thought it was an And 1. Everyone just looked at each. Its more than just about tacos, there is some type of moral victory that is involved for the fans.
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
Kobe I feel went to the post a lot more in the second half.
The first half he almost played like the Nuggets game, but in the second half (barring his heat checks) he easily disected the Rockets’ D from the post. And even his midrange shots, far less of them were in flat-out iso’s with no attempt at running a play compared to last game, a lot were off of off-screens and cuts; getting him the ball at the FT line extended, nothing wrong with that.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 6:27 AM PST up reply actions
Yup, pretty much this.
They really made an adjustment. I didn’t see Kobe getting the ball at the top of the key and going iso from there(like Lebron in Cleveland). He’s getting the ball at the free throw line or on the low post which is better and I think that’s the main reason he didn’t turn the ball over too much compared to previous games.
by BoneCruncher24 on Jan 4, 2012 9:24 AM PST up reply actions
One of the few times the Lakers wanted to get over 100 when they are already winning.
"They say that nobody is perfect. Then they tell you practice makes perfect. I wish they'd make up their minds." - Wilt Chamberlain
by SuperNerdToTheRescue on Jan 3, 2012 11:49 PM PST up reply actions
Wait. Why?
If you meant the taco thing, it’s as long as the Lakers win and the opponents score less than 100. Doesn’t matter how many Lakers score.
"They should go into a box and one--put the box on Kobe and the one on everyone else" - Jeff Van Gundy
by Mister Larry on Jan 3, 2012 11:58 PM PST up reply actions
Although at the end of the game, everyone on the Lakers was jacking up shots like crazy
Bynum wanted his 20/20, And Kobe wanted to shut his critics up. 29 FGA for him, 1 more than the Denver disaster. Pretty much a FU to all the doubters.
"They should go into a box and one--put the box on Kobe and the one on everyone else" - Jeff Van Gundy
by Mister Larry on Jan 4, 2012 12:00 AM PST up reply actions
I loved when Bynum broke away at the end for that dunk
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
Murphy's a bit slow on the catch-and-shoot.
Not as much today, but it seems once or twice a game he misses out on what could’ve been an easy three cos he’s not that quick with the catch. Might just be related to him getting a ball to the face today, dude probably just doesn’t have quick hands.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 6:25 AM PST up reply actions
interesting take on the game from adande
http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/dailydime
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"
kobe Bryant
damned if he does, damn if he doesn’t.
id love him coming in the next game with facilitating in mind though.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 12:17 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
Great stuff...Darius Morris? Really? Has he even played in the regular season? Sucks Brown didn't even play him on his Bday (today)
“Kobe’s a superstar. He’s been there, done that. He can score. You’ve got to give him more freedom than I give Darius Morris. You’ve got to give him more freedom than I give Pau Gasol, more freedom than Derek Fisher. That’s it. There’s nothing more to it.”
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
Btw Interesting that he is trying to push the Bynum vs Kobe angle
I really don’t think there is a Bynum vs Kobe thing at all. What fans are seeing is Bynum’s production and seeing Kobe having some bad games and we are all calling for Bynum to get more touches. But I don’t EVER see Bynum at any point publicly calling out Kobe the way Shaq did and as long as Kobe is on the Lakers he will always be the first option. Not because he is a jerk but because of the following….
MJ once said that even when he was on the Wizards he felt he could kick Kobe and Lebron’s ass in bball. I see Kobe with the same competitive fire. As long as he is on the court he will always feel he is better than any player on the court. Regardless of age.
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
that is both a good and a bad thing
though Id rather we just go with whatever option is better. Tonight Drew and kobe were doing work then get the ball to them. I absolutely hope we get our outside shots going which would make kobe pass more since his teamates would make shots, it seems Kobe only trust Pau and sometimes Blake or Fisher, whenever he passes to anyone else, he immediately asks for it back.
A Kobe averaging 8-9 assists a game would be only a good thing for the way this team is built.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 12:50 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
By the time Jordan was on the Wizards,
Kobe was kicking his arse on a regular basis.
by weak sauce on Jan 4, 2012 12:52 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
Jordan was at least 38 though
no way could he have beat kobe in his prime.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 12:54 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
well its not really about Kobe kicking his ass
its Jordan’s competitiveness and drive telling him he could still hang and actually believing it. I mean you seen his HOF speech right? Dude was talking so much shit.
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
that hof speech
showed you how much of an ass he is.
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"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:05 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
yup but that is that same attitude he had...he might have been an ass
but it was that personality that got him where he is in regards to basketball career.
I apologize if you get mad by what I say, let me know when you take the stick out of your ass so I can continue commenting.
he was talented enough to be where he was
doesn’t excuse that speech
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"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:49 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
This is the problem
you have to realize most of these people at the top are ridiculously different from an average person. To be the top 0.001% of anything, you have to be ridiculously self motivated, and have an incredibly extreme personality. Most times this doesn’t translate to being an awesome human being. Personally, I just roll my eyes at athlete’s personal lives and personalities if it doesn’t relate to the way they are on the court. I dunno.
no, I know that.
But it still doesn’t excuse the speech, I mean the way I see it is that you can be self motivated on like Michael was during his career but better judgement should have taken over and he should’ve been more respecful in his speech, id say the same if it was Kobe in his place.
so I dont excuse it.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:57 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
No I hear ya,
I was just saying. Most athletes are assholes. It sucks that he’s an asshole, but I just don’t care anymore. I don’t care when they’re not on the court or doing something directly pertaining to what they do on the court, y’know?
by Aethereal on Jan 4, 2012 2:28 AM PST up reply actions 1 recs
I agree
this deserves a rec
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 2:31 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
Yes, everything you said.
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It could be there
Bynum is set to inherit this team when Kobe leaves and I’m sure he can’t wait for that to happen. Kobe probably thinks “over my dead body.”
The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist.
nah, he'll get traded before that lol
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:23 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
Jim Buss loves Bynum
The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist.
Am I the only one who WANTS Kobe to keep on chucking, at least early on in the season?
Brobe needs to relearn how to shoot with his new and anti-improved wrist. I’d rather he chuck, and the Lakers lose a few games because of it, early on as long as it means he’s got his shot back for the second half and the playoffs.
Has anyone in this family ever even SEEN a chicken?
The recap on the Rockets blog is pretty infuriating.
I don’t mind the bitching about refs, but the shit about Kobe’s injuries is uncalled for and worse – really, really stupid.
by Derek Fisher's Intangibles on Jan 4, 2012 1:17 AM PST reply actions 1 recs
all I see is a lot of bitching over there
and if you can’t see that Kobe is really hurt then something is wrong with you.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:29 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
Yup. I mean, firstly, Kobe's never been the one who makes a big deal about it.
It’s the media. Secondly, dude tore a ligament a week or so ago. Tearing a ligament is painful no matter who you are and he’d been struggling for a week. Is this guy that blinkered by his hatred for Kobe that he’s convinced himself that one game where he “looks fine” means the medical staff and Kobe just made this shit up so he can look “courageous” in the first week of the season? This wasn’t like Paul Pierce being shot in the leg and magically recovering 1 minute later in a huge playoff game.
I get hating Kobe, but the people who hate him..even smart people..tend to lose all perspective when judging the guy, and what you end up having in cases like this is an articulate rendering of a typical Yahoo Sports comment. And frankly I prefer those because at least they don’t bother with the pretense.
by Derek Fisher's Intangibles on Jan 4, 2012 1:38 AM PST up reply actions
hey if you need any indication that kobes
hurt check his previous two games.
"One thing LeBron James has won that Kobe Bryant never has, and never will: A bronze medal."- Josh Tucker
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:41 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
Wow, just read it,
He was wearing on his hand for a season and a half. Check the time he took off from practicing. Professional athletes competing for titles don’t wear things that restrict them if they don’t have to. They also don’t intentionally keep themselves from improving team chemistry, or from keeping themselves in the best shape possible. The writer there is either ignorant, or too jaded to realize how ridiculous the concept that he’s faking being injured is.
Nah hes not ignorant I'm sure of that.
he’s just really mad.
the hate gets to you man, it blinds even the most rational of people.
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"Fisher's defense is called escort service in my country, just accompany" -Ibou
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:53 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
nvm, after reading the comments
I declare them ignorants.
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 4:03 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
LOL, ignorami.
Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe. - Albert Einstein
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I took more offense about the comments implying that
Kobe was faking his injury for his legacy/playing up the injury. The fouls drawn thing is just meh at this point.
Chill, don't worry about it.
If fans of other teams want to tempt karma, they can go ahead and do that.
Has anyone in this family ever even SEEN a chicken?
If he stays healthy...
or…at least he’s not Greg Oden?
The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist.
@ Portland will be tough
Can’t wait tho. Last year’s game against them was my favorite win other than the Boston win. Go Drew!
I don't think they have anyone to guard Drew
as long as the D holds up and Kobe is efficient with 6-7 assists, I like our chances
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by madmaxx350 on Jan 4, 2012 1:44 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
Nice recap!
I was curious though, did anyone hold their breath when Bynum went up for a rebound and Lowry (I think it was him) was down on the ground next to him?
I swear Bynum is going to freak me out with his health issues as long as he is a Laker
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road record
also curious to see how we do on the road. so far, we’re 0-2 right? i only recall losses at sacramento and denver. we need to manage close games better to get back on our road winning ways.
by bypasser on Jan 4, 2012 4:52 AM PST via mobile reply actions
yes
only two road games so far. both losses.
"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
Ron needs to stop shooting threes.
"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.
Agreed. He needs to work almost exclusively in the post. Especially with no Drew and Kobe out there.
I cringe when I see him on the perimeter.
nows the time
nows the time to trade Bynum while he is still healthy. Howard would look really look good in Laker colors
It takes two to tango.
Can’t do anything until Otis gives up the delusion that Dwight is staying.
I appreciate what Phil did for the Lakers.....
But sometimes I really hated how stubborn/set it his ways he was.
I know Bynum wasn’t completely healthy during last years playoff runs. But I would of much rather had Bynum on the floor than a struggling Artest or Fisher. Bynum has showed why he should have been on the floor.
I always said i would have loved to see a finishing lineup of Kobe/Artest/Odom/Pau/Bynum…….
but oh well. its all in the past.
"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
But
you said it yourself, bynum wasn’t completely healthy. It’s like the Ryan Clark situation. Life > Sport. we’re not risking the kids walking days just for a few extra minutes on the floor if there is a clear issue
"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
but he was already playing 20+ minutes a game.
Why not just save 4 of those minutes for the end of the game. i just didnt like how he wasnt finishing games. another pet peave of mine with phil, besides not playing young guys.
"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 mean
odoms a better ft shooter and there’s the whole vision/black hole thing
"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
but even with bynum in at the end of games now...
he isnt getting the ball. only kobe is. bynum woudl just be in there for rebounding and altering shots.
"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
Btw, is anyone else irked by Brown's 'all or nothing' method of handling bench minutes?
Some games you get on and play 20mins, others you don’t see the court. Nothing in between. It’s happened to Goudelock, Barnes, Ebanks; and looks like it’ll happen to Murphy when McRoberts is healthy. I mean, if you’re not gonna play the rooks that’s one thing; but why START a rook your first few games then not play him at all?
"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.
He's feeling everyone out. Giving them chances.
Even Phil did this. He started Vlad for 20 games, then benched him and started Luke the next 20. Vlad ended up getting traded.
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Shit. Ebanks is getting traded?
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
Also, I've heard mentions of how Bynum if healthy is a lock for the ASG, and might even overtake Dwight as All-NBA First Team.
But, considering he’s only just coming back and has said he’s still ‘getting into basketball shape’; does anyone see possible MVP discussion? Pretty much impossible that he wins, even with his numbers there’s no way he’s winning MVP on a team like the Lakers, but he might garner a vote or two if he maintains or slightly improves his play throughout the season.
"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 Jan 4, 2012 8:23 AM PST up reply actions
I could see most improved over MVP.
although he really hasnt that much better. He is just putting up better numbers because he is getting more minutes and more touches.
"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
If he can maintain what is currently an absurd PER and keep it at least a top PER, there will be a lot of Hollingerbots who will give him an MVP vote.
Has anyone in this family ever even SEEN a chicken?
He may get a couple at this rate.
But i doubt he can keep this pace up. id love to see it, but i think he has just had 3 really good games.
"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
No way Bynum wins MVP.
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No MVP discussion
unless the Lakers somehow get completely inept on the perimeter defense and he is the anchor. Thus far, there’s improvement but not complete and utter domination by Drew on defense
"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 Wade couldn't take over Kobe's First Team Spot last year
no way Drew overtakes Bynum.
"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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It would be tough for Drew to overtake Bynum.
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stop it meanie
you know what I mean. Drew/Dwight
"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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LOL, Drew trying to be what he's not?
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by SoCalGal on Jan 4, 2012 12:30 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
LOL, you get it
rec’d
"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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I love Bynum but please Laker fans don't let it cross your mind for a second
That Bynum is or will be better then Dwight Howard. Like I said I love Bynum and he deserves more touches period, but if he’s was the unquestioned #1 option on a middling team he would be getting hard doubles every time he touched the ball and those bunnies he constantly gets would be few and far between.
Not saying he wouldn’t be effective, of course he would, but Bynum has the advantage of playing with a current top 15 player (who Houston tried and half the teams in the league would still build their team around) in Gasol and one of the best players of all time just outside his prime in Kobe.
Dwight Howard’s playing with a bunch of guys who won’t even sniff an all star game, and can’t make basketball easier for him on either end. Imagine the rebounds he would get when teams still have to box out a guy like Gasol, imagine the looks D-12 would get in the Lakers offense, especially since he doesn’t have to spend half a second gathering himself for a dunk and is unafraid to jump over someone for an alley-oop.
What Bynum is doing is not fool’s gold, he would be a franchise center if and when healthy but is he Dwight Howard? No way.
But the argument can be made that in some aspects of the game, Bynum is much better than Dwight. His post moves and foot work is already better than his at this point. Dwight gets super bonus points for being a genetic freak, but watching him work the post is cringe worthy and gets more “bunnies” then Bynum due to his ability to out jump everyone.
I am not arguing that Bynum is better, but if he stays healthy (and let’s be honest, his two injuries were both of the freak variety, if he jumps and then grabs his knee in pain, i’ll worry about it, but both prior injuries were very random and could happen to any one in a game) he could be a more valuable center as Dwight ages and loses his jumping ability.
It really is getting tougher to make the call. I am sure Mitch and especially Jim are having a difficult time.
Bynum definitely shoots free throws better
and that means something. In terms of footwork I agree that Bynum is more polished but that’s really a secondary skill that helps but doesn’t make someone good or bad because of it. I mean, Kwame Brown’s footwork was pretty good but he had hands of stone so it didn’t matter, conversely I never thought Shaq’s footwork was great but he was a grizzly bear playing basketball so it didn’t matter.
I didn’t mention the injuries because the risks associated with the Lakers and Orlando regarding that are pretty obvious, it’s hard to say that someone who’s had 4 major knee injuires (starting in high school) before the age of 25 is the victim of random and freak occurances.
My point is it really isn’t a hard choice even without the injury history. Howard has taken a bunch of scrubs deep into the playoffs almost every year. Bynum is a guy playing next to a borderline HOF player and someone who’s name would be in everyone’s top 10 of all time discussion.
I think you're undervaluing the players Dwight has had with him
Vince JRich Nelson Alston Turk Gortat and Bass to name a few weren’t scrubs. Those teams had their flaws but to call em scrubs is waaay off base
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by EmmCeee on Jan 4, 2012 1:12 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
they're not entirely scrubs
but they fall way behind when compared to the likes of kobe & pau. it’s almost like the same argument they gave for lebron in cleveland. He has solid players around him in cleveland, but definitely not the star power there is now in miami.
What does trading for Howard do to solve your argument.
We see what Bynum does with touches in the post, he destroys people under there, plus he’s more reliable in the clutch because of his better FT%. If Howard was suddenly in the post instead is that going to make the ball magically go into the post more. As long as Kobe is on the floor post touches are going to be limited, and that’s nothing that Howard is going to magically change coming here.
Bynum is getting the exact same looks that Howard would be getting, and getting the same rebounding opportunities that Howard would get. Nothing changes with Howard here IMO, because the offense is still going to be limited for a big man until Kobe relents and decides to become more of a facilitator.
Bottom line this is Kobe’s offense and he has put in the time and deserves to be the leader, he is more likely to work with Bynum more at this point in getting him looks that he would Howard. He’s not going to just turn a co leadership role to Howard or feed him anymore than he would Bynum.
bynum does not get kobe looks
"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 tried that fadeaway last night
once again after not passing out of that triple team.
"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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What'd you do to this guy on FB&G dex?
Polar Bear Squares wrote on January 4, 2012 at 10:11 am
Thanks for the links but Dexter Fishmore is a chump and a wannabe bully. SSR has some good writers but a site dedicated to Laker fans should be more inclusive and they go out of their way to make sure it isn’t.
Forum Blue and Gold is much 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
LOL, how do we not make it inclusive? You're only allowed if you're a Lakers fan from L.A.? Or you're male? Or smart?
Seriously, we let everyone join.
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Indeed you are. I can think of some others.
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i beg to differ
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
The thing is
I could see if this dude had pointed you out since so many seem to take you to task for “exclusionary tactics.” However, Dex on the other hand? That’s just out of nowhere really unless he follows him on Twitter and even then that makes no sense 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
LOL, thanks MM.
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don't take it so personally, SCG
:)
"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 i can see SCG too
With the ban hammer and all
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
the snake pictures maybe?
I dunno maybe he wants you to ban all non Laker fans
"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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If we have snakes who are Lakers fans and they feel excluded, that's just too bad.
Slithering mofos can go to hell!
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lol
I’m just trying to understand is all. It still doesn’t make sense though it might be him being jealous over Dex’ meticulous hair
"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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Sexy NBA blogger swag, Dex haz it.
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Tell 'em!!
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
Damn it...
I told my mom to stop commenting over there.
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by DexterFishmore on Jan 4, 2012 1:47 PM PST up reply actions 3 recs
Don't worry dude,
I think everybody’s had their mom talk trash about them on internet blogs. Happens to all of us.
LOL
Faith is remaining certain in the face of doubt. You’re not sure how it’s going to end, but you’re constantly of the belief that it will end the way you want it to and the way you always believed it to end, and that’s on top - Derek Fisher
Monster game for Bynum! And Kobe didnt do to bad either..37 Points!
It’s kind of starting to feel like 1999 around here a little, lol. Hell, we even have the same damn PG
Watching that game last night though, it kind of got me wishing we still would of worked with the Rockets on the Gasol deal. Gasol looks like a dying fish flopping around out there constantly. Despite his solid production, I just feel like he’s going to fall of a cliff any day now. I could of lived with Scola’s production behind Bynum, it’s basically the same role Gasol has let himself slip into right now anyway, and Scola’s style of play is a great compliment to the way Bynum is playing. Plus we would of gotten Martin, Dragic, and a Draft Pick out of it. I wouldn’t mind having Martin as a backup SG, plus you could play Kobe (SF) and Martin at the same time against smaller lineups. That trade would have solved alot of our depth problems.
Steve Blake is not getting enough credit
but i guess that’s what happens when Kobe bully’s his way to 37 pts and Bynum has his first 20/20 game. This game was close until a brief period in the 4th when Steve Blake was the floor general, controlling the pace of the game like a top tier PG. He threatened the defense with his good shooting and also did a remarkable job of penetrating the rocket’s defense to set everyone else up. Blake had the second highest +/- behind Bynum at +11 with Kobe being at +1.
Blake is actually getting a lot of credit.
http://www.latimes.com/sports/basketball/nba/lakers/la-sp-lakers-web-20120105,0,6738786.story
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sweet thanks for the read
all ive heard on the radio is how great bynum and kobe were _
by (Not)Exactly on Jan 4, 2012 12:02 PM PST up reply actions
Blake has had a great start to the season...
lets hope he can keep it up. because he didnt start off too shabby last year as well….
{knocks on wood}
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But last season, he didn't off nearly this well, even 7 games in.
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Coach needs to work Ebanks, Goudelock and Morris into some of these games.
So if someone gets hurt, we’ll have some game experience on the court.
We’re still wasting some trips down the court every night per lack of a true Point Gaurd.
I like the effort on Defense, but speed will be our greatest opponent this season, again!
Go Lakers!………War the youngsters getting some playing time…………….
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