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P.K. Retired Number
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 9:07 pm Post subject: |
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CandyCanes wrote: | Why did Houston cut him? | His shooting fell way off this year. 32.5% vs 40+% the previous 2 years.
this was also the last year of the contract, so no great loss as far as the Rocket's were concerned _________________ LBJ + AD = More rings
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Wilt's unstoppable fadeaway: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8O9MgNfcGJA
NPZ's Magic Johnson mix: www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8Qbo0WqvOI |
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SGSD32 Starting Rotation
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 9:08 pm Post subject: |
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If his "bad" defense was simply a function of bad coaching, etc.. and he has the athleticism and effort to fit in on the perimeter D for the Lakers?
Oh, boy. |
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P.K. Retired Number
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 9:13 pm Post subject: |
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SGSD32 wrote: | If his "bad" defense was simply a function of bad coaching, etc.. and he has the athleticism and effort to fit in on the perimeter D for the Lakers?
Oh, boy. |
he was known as a pretty good defender in college
but, he was on the Kings for years and then the Rocket's - neither team ever really played D
Put him on a team where everyone is expected to play D, and let's see if more of tonight happens. _________________ LBJ + AD = More rings
Never argue with a fool - listeners can't tell you apart
Wilt's unstoppable fadeaway: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8O9MgNfcGJA
NPZ's Magic Johnson mix: www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8Qbo0WqvOI |
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LakerDYnasty72 Star Player
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 9:15 pm Post subject: |
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Halflife wrote: | LakerDYnasty72 wrote: | That stroke! We have, possibly, a sniper. His game reminded me J.J.Reddick. |
Is he better than pj Tucker? The guy some were willing to trade most anyone for. |
That's an apples vs. oranges comparison. Ben is a 6'3 shooting guard. PJ, a 6'5 bruising pf/small ball center |
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Halflife Franchise Player
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 9:16 pm Post subject: |
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LakerDYnasty72 wrote: | Halflife wrote: | LakerDYnasty72 wrote: | That stroke! We have, possibly, a sniper. His game reminded me J.J.Reddick. |
Is he better than pj Tucker? The guy some were willing to trade most anyone for. |
That's an apples vs. oranges comparison. Ben is a 6'3 shooting guard. PJ, a 6'5 bruising pf/small ball center |
Pj is a corner 3 guy. |
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SGSD32 Starting Rotation
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 9:17 pm Post subject: |
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P.K. wrote: | SGSD32 wrote: | If his "bad" defense was simply a function of bad coaching, etc.. and he has the athleticism and effort to fit in on the perimeter D for the Lakers?
Oh, boy. |
he was known as a pretty good defender in college
but, he was on the Kings for years and then the Rocket's - neither team ever really played D
Put him on a team where everyone is expected to play D, and let's see if more of tonight happens. |
Would be a really fun boost if he did. |
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BEazy Star Player
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 9:30 pm Post subject: |
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Man I'm glad Ben is finally in a good situation. I loved watching this guy when he was in college playing for the Jayhawks. |
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Lakerz113 Star Player
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Lakerz113 Star Player
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 9:54 pm Post subject: |
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Said this before, but I love how he fires away. KCP can be hesitant and that’s why he’s on the floor. This guy has no fear, hope he keeps rolling. |
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StoicChalice392 Star Player
Joined: 19 Jul 2017 Posts: 1726 Location: Yorba Linda, Ca
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Posted: Sat Apr 10, 2021 10:28 pm Post subject: |
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Great pickup!!! He's here not to be a star. He's here to shoot and play a little D. Pressure is off him. |
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miggz23 Star Player
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 9:37 am Post subject: |
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P.K. wrote: | CandyCanes wrote: | Why did Houston cut him? | His shooting fell way off this year. 32.5% vs 40+% the previous 2 years.
this was also the last year of the contract, so no great loss as far as the Rocket's were concerned |
His drop off Might have to do with not getting as much easy looks with no Harden.
His shot looks kind of similar to Ray Allen. The fact he just lets it fly and has the potential of catching fire will just open the floor even more for the Lakers. KCP/Wes/Caruso don’t really shoot unless open. |
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BandwagonLBJhopper Star Player
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 10:01 am Post subject: |
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Loved it - just a pure stroke and let’s it fly with no hesitation. I liked how he showed they midrange pull up also off the dribble.
And his defense was very solid.
I think it also got KCP to wake up now that he knows his minutes are threatened.
Rob and Klutch come through for us again! |
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pio2u Retired Number
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 10:27 am Post subject: |
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Gotta love the kids attitude. Quote: | TV's Harrison Faigen ( a t ) hmfaigen
Ben McLemore, on the only message he heard from the bench tonight:
"Keep shooting!"
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Quote: | TV's Harrison Faigen ( a t ) hmfaigen
@hmfaigen
Ben, on his shooting.
"Once I see one go in, it's a wrap... It don't take much for me to get hot." |
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Megaton Retired Number
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 12:34 pm Post subject: |
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pio2u wrote: | Gotta love the kids attitude. Quote: | TV's Harrison Faigen (@) hmfaigen
Ben McLemore, on the only message he heard from the bench tonight:
"Keep shooting!"
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Quote: | TV's Harrison Faigen AT hmfaigen
@hmfaigen
Ben, on his shooting.
"Once I see one go in, it's a wrap... It don't take much for me to get hot." |
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I like his confidence. And he has a good looking release too. Pelinka did great with these buyout signings. _________________ Lakers Offseason Goal:
- Draft Zach Edey (or Kel'el Ware)
- Sign Jonas Valanciunas or Nicolas Claxton
- sign and trade DLO to not lose value
- sign a coach that’s not an idiot
Call it an offseason |
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lar9149 Star Player
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 12:50 pm Post subject: |
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I looked at some of the shoots he made. It seems Trez was involved in a few them. The corner 3 where Caruso swung the pass across the court, Trez screened the man guarding him. And the 2 pointer near the top of the key, Trez screened his man also.
But interesting to see if these 2 make a good combo. Didn’t expect it but let’s see. |
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MJST Retired Number
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scout_0 Star Player
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 6:37 pm Post subject: |
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LeBron
Mclemore
KCP
Morris
Davis
If we are down by more than 10 put this line up in and let it rain |
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lurklurk Starting Rotation
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 7:54 pm Post subject: |
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Some of us wanted a wayne ellington-type of shooter. Well i think we got our guy. BenMc is a sniper. |
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leking006 Star Player
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 8:05 pm Post subject: |
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hoping he became at least an above average defender in Vogel system so that he will always be in the rotation. He has potential though. |
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Pureshot77 Starting Rotation
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 8:13 pm Post subject: |
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lar9149 wrote: | I looked at some of the shoots he made. It seems Trez was involved in a few them. The corner 3 where Caruso swung the pass across the court, Trez screened the man guarding him. And the 2 pointer near the top of the key, Trez screened his man also.
But interesting to see if these 2 make a good combo. Didn’t expect it but let’s see. |
I noticed that apparent chemistry as well. I don't think they overlapped during their respective times on the rockets, did they? |
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windycitycane Franchise Player
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 8:36 pm Post subject: |
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Just saw the game last night. Man he got hot! Seems exactly what we need.
A shooter. _________________ "I bought the Lakers so I could beat the Celtics" - Dr. Jerry Buss |
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Harlemlakerfan Star Player
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 8:55 pm Post subject: |
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CandyCanes wrote: | Why did Houston cut him? |
Don’t know but.........thank you Houston! |
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chantruong Star Player
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Posted: Sun Apr 11, 2021 9:39 pm Post subject: |
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Crazy that we traded Svi and a pick for Bullock in 2019 |
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Four Decade Bandwagon Star Player
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Posted: Tue Apr 13, 2021 6:04 am Post subject: |
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Amazing how hot/cold this guy can be.
I appreciate the team encouraging him to "keep shooting" but maybe just a bit of shot selection should be encouraged too. The man will jack it up from anywhere at anytime. Including off balance, out of position/rushed or man in his face.
2/7 in 14 mins? With a couple air balls. Love /hate with him is going to be tough to manage. |
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BandwagonLBJhopper Star Player
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Posted: Tue Apr 13, 2021 6:22 am Post subject: |
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I'd still play him more - his ability to get hot is JR Smith like where you still have to honor his presence and it spreads the court
Once Lebron comes back he will be getting practice like wide open looks, right now he is having to force some shots |
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