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Roland17:
I love the comeback... I just hope my boy JB is okay, we can not afford to lose him.
#Greenrunsdeep

celtics won that game?! I was about to say celtics were all healthy finally when JB twisted ankle comot. Next thing I see Ice Trey leaving the court injured and celtics fouling at the 3pt line. Switch off the TV cuz the game was looking like a dumpster fire that point.

steady986:
The tanking is in full effect now

lol, no worry. at least you have your draft pick

Android22:
You can't stop a good man. Thank God for upcoming midterms.

The damage is already done. The next CBA will rewind all the fight and hard work used to negotiate the current one. Players sat out half a season and lost salaries to get here. A few selfish players Kyrie, Simmons, Harden, Zion will have succesfully screwed up the future for players. A big shame.

In other news, Pippen's decision to release that book is costing him big time. I keep seeing photo ops of all the NBA 75 and Pippen is no show. That saying is wise, some things are better left unsaid

A40:
Are you going to sit here and pretend Lebron is happy and didn't want Pelinka to make a move? Whatever you feel about Pelinka don't you think his readiness to acquiesce to Lebron and his posse is what led to this mess?

LeNomad's constant fraternizing and flirting with other GMs does it paint Pelinka in a good light? Is that leadership? To not have the principles to stick to your troops and battle to the bitter end?

So the issue is now wether Lebron is feeling happy or not? We dealing with feelings now, not actions? We trying to judge him based on what we think he's feeling? wow

Lebron is a grown man, he can hang out wherever he wants. He doesnt need Pelinka's permission.

You still havent shown where he abandoned the Lakers. All you are talking about at this point is what you feel he is feeling. Not what you heard him say or do. Just what he is feeling. If that isnt personal, I dont know what is.

Khanben:
A chip is a chip, i swear if it was anybody except for Lebron people will not be talking about any covid break. Timmy has 1 ring because of a lock out shortened season and nobody talks about it.

There is a visceral need people have to down Lebron, even when he is a situation where all he is doing is saying nothing, folks will still find an excuse. If the guy talks, they will still blow it up. I suppose this is the price of greatness - a consistent band of fans that just love to hate. Anyways I look at Lebron's bank account, so I am not pitying him either.

A40:
The fact that Klutch Sports and Lebron are trying to make Pelinka the fall guy is so sad and laughable. From 'Rob wants his respect' to this. Then he wonders why nobody respects him. Leadership is not only about taking the glory when things pan out, part of being a great leader is taking ownership when shyte goes south as well.

The damage had been done building this team with LeNomad's approval. A real rider would go down on his shield not put this on Rob. Jeannie would be smart to stick with Rob and offload LeNomad if it hits the fan

Guys everything is not hate all the times. Sometimes be calming down. It was Pelinka that tried to coopt AD and Lebron into this, saying that they supported his lack of action at the trade deadline. Those ones came out through their camp that said they had no hand in it. That is as far as we all know. Everything else is speculation to draw traffic. I cannot blame Lebron for refusing to be used in Pelinkas politics. Everyone should man up and own their actions.

Some of these issues are so straightforward, the way you guys try to lebron everything, ko make sense. My 2 cents.

steady986:
Lol. People mentioning how the Suns are doing well with CP3 and a young core, how the Grizzlies are doing well with pieces they drafted, how the Warriors are coping well post KD, how the Heat are resurging recently, how the Cavs are doing fine post LeBron. Help me ask them how many championships these teams have won in the time period. Lol. We always want to talk about how the Lakers have done poorly by mortgaging their future, how they sought quick success rather than having patience in developing their drafts. Lol. They fail to mention the championship they won as a result of all that. There are 30 teams in this league, and if the Lakers are only able to win one championship in 30 years then that's still on par.

We like to judge the Lakers differently. A team that just won a championship 2 years ago. Talking about they mortgaged their future. Even if we don't win a championship until we're able to get good drafts in 2026, we're good. The Celtics haven't won a championship since 2008, and yet we're receiving moral lessons by a fan on how to win championships . It took us 8 years to win post Shaq, and 10 to win after that. Lol. If we don't win within the next 6-8 years, or at least if we are not competitive, then you can raise the alarm. I would do that AD trade again if given the opportunity. It turned into a championship, nothing else matters.

Exactly right. The aim of each season is win the championship. We dont build teams just to be competitive. If they dont win the ring, its ultimately pointless. The blazers and kings in the kobe/shaq era were well built, but no ring. Who remembers them today? Which of them is in top 75?

I for one am happy that DeRozan did not end up with the Lakers, even though I knew that is what Lakers really needed. It would have reduced DeRozan to a marginal star, and for sure he would not be in MVP conversations today. Yall know how long I have been rolling with LeKing, but I call it how I see it. If you go from team to team, you should expect these type of things to happen. Its the same thing happening to Durant now. Its not good, its not bad, its just how these things work. I am very happy to see Deroan get his just props after all these years.

My personal reading on the Lakers: Even though Lebron, Magic and other Laker greats are against Pelinka on this roster issue, Pelinka will not be fired. Why? He is that guy. Those of you in corporate environments know what I'm talking about. The green snake under green grass that knows how to survive by throwing everybody else under the bus. He is going to stroke Jeanie Buss ego and do everything to survive, including trading Lebron and AD if need be.

I am interested to see how this plays out - this is class 301: Black in Corporate America - After they have hired and promoted you, how to save yourself from the orcs coming for you. Some players are still in class 101 - How to stay hired.

A40:
What trade will you have done? Mind you John Wall is also a perma crock that can't shoot and missed two years of basketball. He's not played a single game this season and Houston are paying him to not play. Lol LeNomad must always have a scapegoat sha

He is not playing because of mgmt decision. Wall shoots better than WB. More assists, less TO. Thinks better on the court. Again, go check the stats. 20pts 8 assists average last year. Lakers and Rockets exchange large contracts of players not working out == Win win win.

Lebron is 37. The heir apparent doesnt want any smoke. It is what it is.

For those in doubt


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEEAqZOugkY

donlittle25:
Westbrook is not playing well, Anthony Davis can barely play 1 game without getting Injured. It doesn't look like anything is changing anytime soon, Why should pelinka make the move?

Unless You are trading Davis and Russell at the same time, you are back in the same boat. Is John wall any better? I mean trade their draft pick for a guy that hasn't played in two years? When was the last time wall was a household name in the league? You are looking at the same thing if you trade for wall and Davis isn't taking you anywhere. Trade all three players and rebuild.

John wall, melo, and lebron will get you to the 7th seed and a first round playoff exit. If I was pelinka, I would be giving klutch sport the middle finger everyday

You likely remember the often injured Wall playing for the Wizards. Me that Im following Rockets, I know when rehab finished, what the guy was dropping when he played and why he is not currently playing. Wall was shut down on purpose by Rockets this year. As in, dont even come to practice. Dude was averaging 20pt/8assists for Rockets previously. Unfortunately that was the period Harden was throwing tantrum, refusing to be a part of the team. Once Harden left, and we got the top picks, Houston understandably want to give the future play time.

So you can see why Lebron would be pissed. Even if the Lakers dont need his 15-20 points, 10+ assists will put the Lakers way above .500. To make it worse, Pelinka was lying everywhere saying he got buy-in from Lebron and AD. Both essentially called it a lie through their camps.

I think many fans haven't seen Wall play in a long time. The guy is 2 levels of upgrade on WB. Shooting PCT from 3, assists and ball control. All much better than WB. Pelinka messed up!

donlittle25:
Lakers should be looking at moving Lebron, Russell, and Anthony Davis for draft picks. Honestly, The team isn't going to get any better.

You have 4 hall of famers on the team, one in his prime, one has GOAT like stature (at least he is even in the conversation), and yet you refuse to make any trades because of a draft pick down the road. That was an idiotic move, likely sponsored by Pelinka. The guy has all those snake like qualities, so he knows how to play both the owner and the players. I mean, what drafts pick are you expecting to replicate what you already have?

As much as I don't like Lebron moving around, this is a good reason why. Its YOUR career, and YOU are responsible for a big part of how it turns out. Owners and GMs can ghost you. Fans are fickle. At the end of the day you have to live with YOUR decisions. If Lebron never left Cleveland, perhaps he wins 1, in an off year where the West is weak. They would never have drafted Kyrie because they would win the ECF every year, and the stingy owner would never have found a reason to get the talent around Lebron. Just ride the prize horse and make as much sales until the horse gets old.

I say get rid of Pelinka, maybe shop AD and see what pieces you can get. Lebron is ready to get another ring if need be. Its obvious AD doesnt have that same kind of fire. He won one, and he has settled.

I skipped this years dunk contest, because the past 4 or so years have left a very bad taste in my mouth. It always ruins my saturday. Always, without fail. So it does not surprise me to hear this year was worse. Am just glad I didnt witness it.

I dont want shaq or dominique or wade judging the contest. The scores they give is about themselves, not the dunk. Its ends up screwing up the final dunks such thst the best dunker almost never wins. And they should open the competition to street ballers. But NBA wont want to lose some revenue.

Roland17:
Stats you say? Which stat? Was he a bum with the Wizards? Man was 40 and averaging 20 points, yet you believe you have debunked something? You better be dunking some L shaped cookies in your milk.

Lol!

Roland17:
Leave talk, this one no follow. Years past his prime he played in the most competitive era yet in basketball and he dominated and his fingers prove it. The same Eastern conference your MCM needed a super team to flat track bully his way to his first ring?

What exactly are we debating here? Are you guys still chasing the “Ghost of Chicago”? Because the last time I checked your MCM gave up the chase nearly 5 years ago. His goal is now to play with his son Bronny because the GOAT ship has past sailed.

Your MCM doesn’t match the GOAT in IQ, skill level, mentality, dominance and the numbers.. So what exactly are we supposed to debate here?

Dont change the topic. You tried to use his Wizards stint to prove greatness. I debunked it thoroughly with stats. Shikena

We can argue all day on pros and cons, but your Wizards angle, no be am

donlittle25:
In 2002-2003, Michael Last season at the wizards at the age of 40 he averaged 20 PPG.
The average point per game that year was maybe 95 or 96, I don’t even think it’s up to that and michael averaged 20. Tell me 20 players that peaked in the last 6 years you think will average 20 Points Per Game at the age of 40? I am not even going to use the ring argument to shut you up, Just pure body of work.

I like how you jejely ignored the fact that the Wizards missed the playoffs that year, in the crappy East no less. Even that 20ppg, let jerry stackhouse and co gist you how mike would ballhog all day. Carry the h*ll on.

Thank God for tonites matchup. 2 superstars that actually show up and ball. No drama, no quitting on the team. They put in max contract effort every night, with no sense of entitlement.

etidy:
The warriors overperformed at the beginning of the season and they have regressed back to the mean. Their ceiling at the moment appears to be conference finals.

I am worried in particular about steph he's been so poor lately, I suspect he's hiding an injury or he has some personal troubles. I also think Steve Kerr has not handled the return of klay properly, throwing an emerging Jordan Poole to the bench to placate the ego of klay was nonsense.
Poole offers the option of a secondary ball handler who can aso create his shot. He takes so much pressure off steph.

Lastly, not trading for a big man is ridiculous.
Wiseman ain't contributing shit until another yr or two.
Same with moody. Moody, bellijicia and a second round pick is enough to land a solid big man like myles turner.

Curry was already struggling before Klay returned. It is better for warriors to struggle now and integrate Klay into the rotation. That is the only way they beat the Suns.The way some guys on here talk about Wiseman, you will think hes the best big man in the league.

Roland17:
I feel gutted for AD! Man can not catch a break! These recurring injuries take a toll on not just your physical health but your mental health and emotions.

Good thing all star break is coming up. Looks like your celtics are tired of winning. Kinda expected after that spectacular victory over the 76ers. That was an emotional high

donlittle25:
if you no like curry and klamath but like harden, cp3, and westbrick maybe you no just like light skinned people

I like Curry, a lot, as a person and as a player. He does a whole lot outside bball btw, that people dont know. Very standup guy

Roland17:
You sabi how many people my bro @Birdman don hate for no reason for only NBA? If I begin compile the list of the ones wen I know, e fit reach 7, not to talk of the ones wen him never open up about.

Im interested in the list myself. Especially if its current players. Obviously as a Rockets fan you already stockton and malone will not enter our heaven.

steady986:
Lol. No let them come for you for here o

lol. wey dem

steady986:
Klay Thompson see Lakers e begin charge. Oya see Clippers na. Smh

There are very few nba players that I cant bring myself to like. Normally its blockheads like the Morris brothers. But Klay hasnt done anything particularly egregious. I just no like d guy. I even like CP3 with his wahala. I have forgiven Harden, and I will tolerate Westbrick while holding my nose. But Klay just rubs me the wrong way everytime. And Im not even sure why

A40:
Lmaooo Phoenix will beat Lakers like an abusive stepdad. That is absolutely the last team the Lakers should want to face

bwahahahaha no be me talk am now. I jus dey report wetin dem talk ni

steady986:
An uncharacteristically off shooting night from LeBron. I'll say he's the major reason we lost this game. Other than that, this was a good game of basketball. I'll say it again, I'll take my chances against this Warriors team in the playoffs...that's if we even make it to the playoffs

Shaq said highly placed sources in the Lakers org want the Suns rather than Warriors in the first round if it comes to that.

Roland17:
I watched and thought it was good insight but I don’t trust Harden. Anyone in Philly will be silly to believe Harden will not sabotage himself/ team if he wants out of Philly.

Oh, no doubt Harden is not to be trusted. I just hope Embiid can ride this out. Harden is a diva, and philly absolutely loathes divas.

A40:
Wahala for team wey dey bank on James Harden come playoffs. Same chappie that went 5/17 in a Game 7 last time we saw him? The sole owner of the turnover record in the playoffs? Ok oh

Did you listen to what Jalen Rose had to say on the issue? Apparently the owner of the 76ers and Harden run in the same circles. And this had been the playbook since November when Jalen predicted this was going down.
Embiid needs to watch his back


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfO_Q-QPmsw

DeeMain:
Birdman listen:
...

I call you to a life of educated emotions. A higher standard. A very human standard. To always balance the heart with the head.

Even great warriors and soldiers run by this code.

My injunction could salvage your life or your home, or your career or snatch you from a life of regret one day.

Peace out.

Context is everything. Nothing you have said is necessarilly wrong, but you yourself mentioned soldiers and great warriors. Warriors eventually war, that is why they are great. There is time for grammar and time to act.

In my estimation Jokic picked the right time. Even in a court of law he can argue that he was provoked by Markiefs initial aggression and the law will grant some leeway.

You on the other hand believed he should have walked up to Markieff and calmly reasoned with him not to do it again. Educated emotions you say. Ol boy, you need to wise up

steady986:
Lol. Not Lakers o. There are just 2 or 3 teams in the east I can say are genuine contenders. Bucks and Sixers now. The Nets can maybe push too and the Heat are dark horses. But anyone of them that makes it to the finals is falling to the Suns.

I see what you are saying. I meant the East does not have any clear favorite, so its going to be a dogfight, and anyone can come out of the east. In the west, its suns or warriors obviously.

Khanben:
It always surprises me when people expect retaliation to be rational. You hurt someone, and said person while experiencing both pain and anger instinctively retaliates,and somehow we think said decision will be rational.
When people are emotionally compromised, especially from negative emotions, never expect rational behaviors from them. That is why if you do not want to be on the receiving end of such irrational reaction, you do not mess with people in the first place.

Leave DeeMain with all the grammar. Imagine I walk up to DeeMain at random and I just give you heavy blow, remove one teeth and walk away DeeMain is saying he would not attack me as I strolled away. He wont even push me in the back because it would be "grossly effeminate" to do so. Of course I would do the same next week, remove another teeth, then turn my back and run . Dey blow grammar dey go

Afromentalist:
Harden and Embiid might work, but it is less certain. No one really knows where harden is physically and both are ball dominant. Still, it looks good on paper and perhaps it shall in real life.

Harden has that selfish genie that comes out in the playoffs. Maybe all these experiences will mature him and make him a better player. We will see.