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nash and kelly working hard to enforce the white player stereotype
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For Nash, it HAS to be a pushup.
A single one.
Look how many workouts he has!
Literally, one single pushup.
Gotta be.
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These pics remind me of Ebanks' goose eggs on that same board 
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Nice to see Kendall make the most of his opportunity.
Whether he pans out or not, I always respect people who work hard and don't take their opportunities for granted.
If he polishes that jump shot and works hard he can actually establish himself in this league on a 12 man roster IMO.
He has a ways to go but it's a good sign that he's working that hard with this chances he's given.
Whether he pans out or not, I always respect people who work hard and don't take their opportunities for granted.
If he polishes that jump shot and works hard he can actually establish himself in this league on a 12 man roster IMO.
He has a ways to go but it's a good sign that he's working that hard with this chances he's given.
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if john stockton got hip checked into the scorers table there is no doubt in my mind that the utah bench would get up and try to help
if you watch the clip no one on the suns bench even comes close to the crowd of players already on the floor
if you watch the clip no one on the suns bench even comes close to the crowd of players already on the floor
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This is my first article for Lakers Nation. I am now in charge of the prospects section, lemme know who u guys would like to see me write about for next week.
http://www.lakersnation.com/lakers-nba-draft-prospect-watch-uclas-zach-lavine/2014/01/10/
Lakers NBA Draft Prospect Watch: UCLA’s Zach LaVine
Posted by: Elliot Cook Posted date: January 10, 2014 In: Editorials | comment : 9 Comments
ZachLaVine
The most intriguing prospect in college basketball this season may be hidden right here in Los Angeles.
Although this freshman wasn’t as heralded by recruiting experts as some of his peers, Zach LaVine is a name that has been known for quite some time by the scouts.
The UCLA Bruin has skyrocketed up the prospect chart due to being a 6’5″ explosive guard who can play either the one or the two.
Sounds familiar doesn’t it? An explosive combo type guard coming out of UCLA? It would be easy to draw a comparison to Russell Westbrook, but the scary thing is he might ACTUALLY play like him.
Like Westbrook, LaVine is an athletic freak who can get up and down the court and jump out of the gym. Look at this back door cut for an easy slam.
Although LaVine has come off the bench (like Westbrook had to his freshman year) he is still playing over 25 minutes a game. In that time the righty from Seattle is averaging 12.4 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists.
The most impressive thing about his game though may be his stroke from the three-point line. He’s shooting over 45% from deep but looks ultra confident in his shot whether it be coming off a curl screen or being wide open off a broken play. Wasn’t that one of Westbrook’s negatives coming into the league? He seems to shoot it okay now I’d say.
Another reason why he is being labeled as the next coming of Westbrook is his late blooming. Westbrook wasn’t a household name when he stepped onto campus in Westwood. LaVine has already grown two inches in the last year, and that’s a scary thought.
With the Bruins already having a point guard in Kyle Anderson, LaVine gets almost all of his minutes off the ball. But when he is attacking off the dribble and creating for others, there’s a hint that he definitely could be a one at the next level. Though he would still have to prove that he can run an offense and get others going consistently, this is one reason NBA Executives seem to be falling in love with LaVine more and more.
The long arms and quickness of LaVine also translates to the defensive side of the ball just as well. He seems to take pride in his defense and doesn’t just focus on where his next shot will come from. This is a great trait to have when your strongest part of your game is getting out into transition and making highlight reel dunks like this one against a now nationally ranked Missouri team.
If the Lakers continue to play at their current level, LaVine would be a perfect pick for a team that has been killed by the pick and roll for years. They have lacked that athletic guard for some time now and LaVine would be the perfect answer. Though it may take some time for LaVine to adjust to not being a pure scorer, the patience necessary for such a young talent might just be worth it.
LaVine told Sports Illustrated, “That’s my ultimate goal, is to get to the NBA. With the one-and-done, I don’t know about that yet. I feel like anyone would consider it. It’s going to be a decision me and my family make at the end of the year.”
If you haven’t seen LaVine this season, get to it before he goes top 10 like most scouts are projecting.
http://www.lakersnation.com/lakers-nba-draft-prospect-watch-uclas-zach-lavine/2014/01/10/
Lakers NBA Draft Prospect Watch: UCLA’s Zach LaVine
Posted by: Elliot Cook Posted date: January 10, 2014 In: Editorials | comment : 9 Comments
ZachLaVine
The most intriguing prospect in college basketball this season may be hidden right here in Los Angeles.
Although this freshman wasn’t as heralded by recruiting experts as some of his peers, Zach LaVine is a name that has been known for quite some time by the scouts.
The UCLA Bruin has skyrocketed up the prospect chart due to being a 6’5″ explosive guard who can play either the one or the two.
Sounds familiar doesn’t it? An explosive combo type guard coming out of UCLA? It would be easy to draw a comparison to Russell Westbrook, but the scary thing is he might ACTUALLY play like him.
Like Westbrook, LaVine is an athletic freak who can get up and down the court and jump out of the gym. Look at this back door cut for an easy slam.
Although LaVine has come off the bench (like Westbrook had to his freshman year) he is still playing over 25 minutes a game. In that time the righty from Seattle is averaging 12.4 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists.
The most impressive thing about his game though may be his stroke from the three-point line. He’s shooting over 45% from deep but looks ultra confident in his shot whether it be coming off a curl screen or being wide open off a broken play. Wasn’t that one of Westbrook’s negatives coming into the league? He seems to shoot it okay now I’d say.
Another reason why he is being labeled as the next coming of Westbrook is his late blooming. Westbrook wasn’t a household name when he stepped onto campus in Westwood. LaVine has already grown two inches in the last year, and that’s a scary thought.
With the Bruins already having a point guard in Kyle Anderson, LaVine gets almost all of his minutes off the ball. But when he is attacking off the dribble and creating for others, there’s a hint that he definitely could be a one at the next level. Though he would still have to prove that he can run an offense and get others going consistently, this is one reason NBA Executives seem to be falling in love with LaVine more and more.
The long arms and quickness of LaVine also translates to the defensive side of the ball just as well. He seems to take pride in his defense and doesn’t just focus on where his next shot will come from. This is a great trait to have when your strongest part of your game is getting out into transition and making highlight reel dunks like this one against a now nationally ranked Missouri team.
If the Lakers continue to play at their current level, LaVine would be a perfect pick for a team that has been killed by the pick and roll for years. They have lacked that athletic guard for some time now and LaVine would be the perfect answer. Though it may take some time for LaVine to adjust to not being a pure scorer, the patience necessary for such a young talent might just be worth it.
LaVine told Sports Illustrated, “That’s my ultimate goal, is to get to the NBA. With the one-and-done, I don’t know about that yet. I feel like anyone would consider it. It’s going to be a decision me and my family make at the end of the year.”
If you haven’t seen LaVine this season, get to it before he goes top 10 like most scouts are projecting.
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Turkey taking the lead
Yall some cheap son if a *****
Where the steak lovers at? Lets get this!
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I definitely voted steak.
Like I said, steak + bleu cheese crumbles + cooked red/green peppers/onions + A-1...
*faints*
Like I said, steak + bleu cheese crumbles + cooked red/green peppers/onions + A-1...
*faints*
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Steak, Pepperjack Cheese, jalapeños, maybe a drizzle of ranch (depends on where it's from...some places have disgusting ranch), tomatoes, and hot sauce (sriracha or tapatio).
*faints*
*faints*
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I want a Gary Harris report.
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Good job Ecook
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Props Ecook. I've seen your helpful contributions in the Vegas thread and now Lakers nation. 
Do you have International reports?
If not, how about Marcus Smart?
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^^yes......dario saric/exum!
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I really want to do him as well, he's probably the player I know the most about in this class. Have loved his game for years.
I have seen a few of the international guys play a few times. Those being...
Seen Saric maybe 5-7 times and Exum 5 times. Exum is definitely on the list.
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A random Lakers/Clips game from '00 is on TWC right now.
Might be where Shaq drops like 60+ on his bday but I'm not positive
Might be where Shaq drops like 60+ on his bday but I'm not positive
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Was just about to post about this. I think it is too. Dude has 26 and 11 in the 2nd qtr. Feels good hearing chick and stu
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Oh ****..
That's the Ecook that helped me with my Vegas trip last year
Sorry bro didn't even notice.
I'm definitely gonna give your article a read tonight.
Good stuff my dude
That's the Ecook that helped me with my Vegas trip last year
Sorry bro didn't even notice.
I'm definitely gonna give your article a read tonight.
Good stuff my dude
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Oh ****..
That's the Ecook that helped me with my Vegas trip last year
Sorry bro didn't even notice.
I'm definitely gonna give your article a read tonight.
Good stuff my dude
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Ecook I'n with CP look at Smart.
Back to KevLove the media is now asking the right questions with that Berger article. More and more shows are covering it. Basically crafting the story of KevLove until he is traded here.
Back to KevLove the media is now asking the right questions with that Berger article. More and more shows are covering it. Basically crafting the story of KevLove until he is traded here.
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Young Pat Garrity
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what up dog
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