Russell Westbrook

[tonyreali]

Originally Posted by tSamShoX

Westbrick is buns. 'Ol donatello in the face lookin' boy. Darren Collison, J'Rue Holiday, and Jordan Farmar > Russell Refbrook.

Son I would be disappoint. But you're a fan of Demarcus Cousins.

 

[tonyreali]

Originally Posted by tSamShoX

Westbrick is buns. 'Ol donatello in the face lookin' boy. Darren Collison, J'Rue Holiday, and Jordan Farmar > Russell Refbrook.

Son I would be disappoint. But you're a fan of Demarcus Cousins.

 

[blazinjkid]

It's a tricky situation, because while he obviously forces it at times, there are also times when he's their entire offensive spark. If KD isn't hitting, he has to push the ball.

But really, this whole thing is obviously overblown because of the 24/7 ESPN world we live in. Everything CP said was on point. They'll figure it out. He has to have moments like this in order to grow.

And how smart does OKC look for keeping Harden (who Boston really wanted for Perkins) and dealing Green instead? Dude is looking poised to play the Ginobli role to KD and Russy's Duncan/Parker for a long time. I don't think we've ever seen a roster this young with a core this strong before...ever.

 

[blazinjkid]

It's a tricky situation, because while he obviously forces it at times, there are also times when he's their entire offensive spark. If KD isn't hitting, he has to push the ball.

But really, this whole thing is obviously overblown because of the 24/7 ESPN world we live in. Everything CP said was on point. They'll figure it out. He has to have moments like this in order to grow.

And how smart does OKC look for keeping Harden (who Boston really wanted for Perkins) and dealing Green instead? Dude is looking poised to play the Ginobli role to KD and Russy's Duncan/Parker for a long time. I don't think we've ever seen a roster this young with a core this strong before...ever.

 

[cornzilla]

Westbrook is going to figure it out. I mean I can be critical of him at times just like everyone else, but he is young and extremely talented. As this team matures and gain more experience your going to see a lot of Thunder Vs Bull final's matchups. 

 

[cornzilla]

Westbrook is going to figure it out. I mean I can be critical of him at times just like everyone else, but he is young and extremely talented. As this team matures and gain more experience your going to see a lot of Thunder Vs Bull final's matchups. 

 

[dland24]

Originally Posted by CareFreeJR

Originally Posted by dland24

at Laker fans saying they wouldnt do Bynum for Westbrook.

Trades involving 2 star caliber players, a 5 and a 1, are usually high hisk for both teams unless all the cards are set correctly.
For OKC, they have people that can be play makers, Harden and Maynor.  With the help of Bynum they would get scoring from the post more, seeing as the have 2 defensive minded big men in Perkins and Ibaka.

For LA, you give up Bynum's ability to post up and create his own shot for a great score first point guard, who can play defense against the best PG's of the league, which is what the Lakers biggest weakness are.

Trade works out for both teams in theory, but the thing none of us really know about since we're on the outside looking in is team chemistry.

People seem to forget that the Lakers were on the way to a top 3 seed in the Western Conference before the Pau Gasol trade because of Bynum's play, he's been with the Lakers since he was 17, and many fans like me have him as their favorite Laker, or one of them at least.

I don't think OKC would do the trade because they don't want to mess with their core that much, Perkins is still a young player as well.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams don't do trades with other CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams in the same conference much because it hinders their opportunities at a title.

a 22 year old Western Conference All Star point guard > a 23 year old center with chronic knee problems

Isnt something even worth arguing about though because the Thunder would be absolutely ******ed to make this move. It would be highway robbery.  Its just funny to me that Laker fans are acting as if THEY were the ones who would be getting the raw end of a Bynum for Westbrook deal. 

 

[dland24]

Originally Posted by CareFreeJR

Originally Posted by dland24

at Laker fans saying they wouldnt do Bynum for Westbrook.

Trades involving 2 star caliber players, a 5 and a 1, are usually high hisk for both teams unless all the cards are set correctly.
For OKC, they have people that can be play makers, Harden and Maynor.  With the help of Bynum they would get scoring from the post more, seeing as the have 2 defensive minded big men in Perkins and Ibaka.

For LA, you give up Bynum's ability to post up and create his own shot for a great score first point guard, who can play defense against the best PG's of the league, which is what the Lakers biggest weakness are.

Trade works out for both teams in theory, but the thing none of us really know about since we're on the outside looking in is team chemistry.

People seem to forget that the Lakers were on the way to a top 3 seed in the Western Conference before the Pau Gasol trade because of Bynum's play, he's been with the Lakers since he was 17, and many fans like me have him as their favorite Laker, or one of them at least.

I don't think OKC would do the trade because they don't want to mess with their core that much, Perkins is still a young player as well.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams don't do trades with other CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams in the same conference much because it hinders their opportunities at a title.

a 22 year old Western Conference All Star point guard > a 23 year old center with chronic knee problems

Isnt something even worth arguing about though because the Thunder would be absolutely ******ed to make this move. It would be highway robbery.  Its just funny to me that Laker fans are acting as if THEY were the ones who would be getting the raw end of a Bynum for Westbrook deal. 

 

[mgrand15]

Everyone wants to blame Westbrook but this is completely on Brooks. Yeah, Westbrook makes dumb plays - he's a scorer who isn't a natural PG so you're going to have to accept those. When Durant isn't touching the ball in crunch time or he goes 10 minutes without getting a shot up, you have to put that on the coach. KD isn't Rip Hamilton, he's not the type of guy who can only run off screens and take jumpshots. Brooks needs to call isos for Durant and just let him go to work. If Russ is ignoring those isos for Durant, then you take him out.

KD not being/getting open isn't an excuse. Lebron/Kobe/Wade/Melo never have that problem and teams deny them the ball just as much.

 

[mgrand15]

Everyone wants to blame Westbrook but this is completely on Brooks. Yeah, Westbrook makes dumb plays - he's a scorer who isn't a natural PG so you're going to have to accept those. When Durant isn't touching the ball in crunch time or he goes 10 minutes without getting a shot up, you have to put that on the coach. KD isn't Rip Hamilton, he's not the type of guy who can only run off screens and take jumpshots. Brooks needs to call isos for Durant and just let him go to work. If Russ is ignoring those isos for Durant, then you take him out.

KD not being/getting open isn't an excuse. Lebron/Kobe/Wade/Melo never have that problem and teams deny them the ball just as much.

 

[night marcher01]

Originally Posted by dland24

Originally Posted by CareFreeJR

Originally Posted by dland24

at Laker fans saying they wouldnt do Bynum for Westbrook.

Trades involving 2 star caliber players, a 5 and a 1, are usually high hisk for both teams unless all the cards are set correctly.
For OKC, they have people that can be play makers, Harden and Maynor.  With the help of Bynum they would get scoring from the post more, seeing as the have 2 defensive minded big men in Perkins and Ibaka.

For LA, you give up Bynum's ability to post up and create his own shot for a great score first point guard, who can play defense against the best PG's of the league, which is what the Lakers biggest weakness are.

Trade works out for both teams in theory, but the thing none of us really know about since we're on the outside looking in is team chemistry.

People seem to forget that the Lakers were on the way to a top 3 seed in the Western Conference before the Pau Gasol trade because of Bynum's play, he's been with the Lakers since he was 17, and many fans like me have him as their favorite Laker, or one of them at least.

I don't think OKC would do the trade because they don't want to mess with their core that much, Perkins is still a young player as well.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams don't do trades with other CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams in the same conference much because it hinders their opportunities at a title.

a 22 year old Western Conference All Star point guard > a 23 year old center with chronic knee problems

Isnt something even worth arguing about though because the Thunder would be absolutely ******ed to make this move. It would be highway robbery.  Its just funny to me that Laker fans are acting as if THEY were the ones who would be getting the raw end of a Bynum for Westbrook deal. 

You a Warriors fan though homeboy. So keep you 'analyzing' self out of Laker talk. Bynum's presence in the lane serves more purpose than Westbrook's turnovers.

Go ahead and think whatever you want... at the end of the day, i'm just glad you're not running the Lakers front office. Otherwise it would turn out like the Warrior's franchise!

 

[night marcher01]

Originally Posted by dland24

Originally Posted by CareFreeJR

Originally Posted by dland24

at Laker fans saying they wouldnt do Bynum for Westbrook.

Trades involving 2 star caliber players, a 5 and a 1, are usually high hisk for both teams unless all the cards are set correctly.
For OKC, they have people that can be play makers, Harden and Maynor.  With the help of Bynum they would get scoring from the post more, seeing as the have 2 defensive minded big men in Perkins and Ibaka.

For LA, you give up Bynum's ability to post up and create his own shot for a great score first point guard, who can play defense against the best PG's of the league, which is what the Lakers biggest weakness are.

Trade works out for both teams in theory, but the thing none of us really know about since we're on the outside looking in is team chemistry.

People seem to forget that the Lakers were on the way to a top 3 seed in the Western Conference before the Pau Gasol trade because of Bynum's play, he's been with the Lakers since he was 17, and many fans like me have him as their favorite Laker, or one of them at least.

I don't think OKC would do the trade because they don't want to mess with their core that much, Perkins is still a young player as well.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams don't do trades with other CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams in the same conference much because it hinders their opportunities at a title.

a 22 year old Western Conference All Star point guard > a 23 year old center with chronic knee problems

Isnt something even worth arguing about though because the Thunder would be absolutely ******ed to make this move. It would be highway robbery.  Its just funny to me that Laker fans are acting as if THEY were the ones who would be getting the raw end of a Bynum for Westbrook deal. 

You a Warriors fan though homeboy. So keep you 'analyzing' self out of Laker talk. Bynum's presence in the lane serves more purpose than Westbrook's turnovers.

Go ahead and think whatever you want... at the end of the day, i'm just glad you're not running the Lakers front office. Otherwise it would turn out like the Warrior's franchise!

 

[shogun]

The media makes a big deal out of nothing.  I'm sure if Coach Brooks put him back in the game and they lost, everyone would be talking about how he'll get fired.  Or maybe the media will continue talking about Durant's backpack and Westbrook's glasses.  If there's no story, they just find something stupid to write about and pretend it's important.

 

[shogun]

The media makes a big deal out of nothing.  I'm sure if Coach Brooks put him back in the game and they lost, everyone would be talking about how he'll get fired.  Or maybe the media will continue talking about Durant's backpack and Westbrook's glasses.  If there's no story, they just find something stupid to write about and pretend it's important.

 

[mr marcus]

i honestly don't think he knows how to use/control his speed......didn't they say he was slow as hell up to his jr year in hs? ....thats like 16 years old and now he's 22.....i think he'll be straight soon

 

[mr marcus]

i honestly don't think he knows how to use/control his speed......didn't they say he was slow as hell up to his jr year in hs? ....thats like 16 years old and now he's 22.....i think he'll be straight soon

 

[air max 87]

Originally Posted by Night Marcher01

Originally Posted by dland24

Originally Posted by CareFreeJR


Trades involving 2 star caliber players, a 5 and a 1, are usually high hisk for both teams unless all the cards are set correctly.
For OKC, they have people that can be play makers, Harden and Maynor.  With the help of Bynum they would get scoring from the post more, seeing as the have 2 defensive minded big men in Perkins and Ibaka.

For LA, you give up Bynum's ability to post up and create his own shot for a great score first point guard, who can play defense against the best PG's of the league, which is what the Lakers biggest weakness are.

Trade works out for both teams in theory, but the thing none of us really know about since we're on the outside looking in is team chemistry.

People seem to forget that the Lakers were on the way to a top 3 seed in the Western Conference before the Pau Gasol trade because of Bynum's play, he's been with the Lakers since he was 17, and many fans like me have him as their favorite Laker, or one of them at least.

I don't think OKC would do the trade because they don't want to mess with their core that much, Perkins is still a young player as well.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams don't do trades with other CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams in the same conference much because it hinders their opportunities at a title.

a 22 year old Western Conference All Star point guard > a 23 year old center with chronic knee problems

Isnt something even worth arguing about though because the Thunder would be absolutely ******ed to make this move. It would be highway robbery.  Its just funny to me that Laker fans are acting as if THEY were the ones who would be getting the raw end of a Bynum for Westbrook deal. 

You a Warriors fan though homeboy. So keep you 'analyzing' self out of Laker talk. Bynum's presence in the lane serves more purpose than Westbrook's turnovers.

Go ahead and think whatever you want... at the end of the day, i'm just glad you're not running the Lakers front office. Otherwise it would turn out like the Warrior's franchise!

Westbrooks turnovers are such a problem yet you want him so bad

 

[air max 87]

Originally Posted by Night Marcher01

Originally Posted by dland24

Originally Posted by CareFreeJR


Trades involving 2 star caliber players, a 5 and a 1, are usually high hisk for both teams unless all the cards are set correctly.
For OKC, they have people that can be play makers, Harden and Maynor.  With the help of Bynum they would get scoring from the post more, seeing as the have 2 defensive minded big men in Perkins and Ibaka.

For LA, you give up Bynum's ability to post up and create his own shot for a great score first point guard, who can play defense against the best PG's of the league, which is what the Lakers biggest weakness are.

Trade works out for both teams in theory, but the thing none of us really know about since we're on the outside looking in is team chemistry.

People seem to forget that the Lakers were on the way to a top 3 seed in the Western Conference before the Pau Gasol trade because of Bynum's play, he's been with the Lakers since he was 17, and many fans like me have him as their favorite Laker, or one of them at least.

I don't think OKC would do the trade because they don't want to mess with their core that much, Perkins is still a young player as well.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams don't do trades with other CHAMPIONSHIP CALIBER teams in the same conference much because it hinders their opportunities at a title.

a 22 year old Western Conference All Star point guard > a 23 year old center with chronic knee problems

Isnt something even worth arguing about though because the Thunder would be absolutely ******ed to make this move. It would be highway robbery.  Its just funny to me that Laker fans are acting as if THEY were the ones who would be getting the raw end of a Bynum for Westbrook deal. 

You a Warriors fan though homeboy. So keep you 'analyzing' self out of Laker talk. Bynum's presence in the lane serves more purpose than Westbrook's turnovers.

Go ahead and think whatever you want... at the end of the day, i'm just glad you're not running the Lakers front office. Otherwise it would turn out like the Warrior's franchise!

Westbrooks turnovers are such a problem yet you want him so bad

 

[abutta13]

if u wouldnt take westbrook for bynum i question whether u really watch basketball. especially if your a lakers fan.

 

[abutta13]

if u wouldnt take westbrook for bynum i question whether u really watch basketball. especially if your a lakers fan.

 

[got shoes]

Originally Posted by Mr Marcus

i honestly don't think he knows how to use/control his speed......didn't they say he was slow as hell up to his jr year in hs? ....thats like 16 years old and now he's 22.....i think he'll be straight soon

This, plus he was a SG through High school and UCLA. So he still has the mentality and ability to score at will, he just needs to slow down and develop better PG skills in the summer. Oh and also a damn jumper. #Westbrick

 

[got shoes]

Originally Posted by Mr Marcus

i honestly don't think he knows how to use/control his speed......didn't they say he was slow as hell up to his jr year in hs? ....thats like 16 years old and now he's 22.....i think he'll be straight soon

This, plus he was a SG through High school and UCLA. So he still has the mentality and ability to score at will, he just needs to slow down and develop better PG skills in the summer. Oh and also a damn jumper. #Westbrick

 

[duba169]

Bynum gotta be one of the most overrated players in the NBA. He can hardly even get on the court.

they don't wanna trade him for melo. don't wanna trade him for Russ.

 

[duba169]

Bynum gotta be one of the most overrated players in the NBA. He can hardly even get on the court.

they don't wanna trade him for melo. don't wanna trade him for Russ.

 

[raptors29]

Originally Posted by shogun

The media makes a big deal out of nothing.  I'm sure if Coach Brooks put him back in the game and they lost, everyone would be talking about how he'll get fired.  Or maybe the media will continue talking about Durant's backpack and Westbrook's glasses.  If there's no story, they just find something stupid to write about and pretend it's important.

The media will always be like that. Yeah Westbrook is doing some things I don't like, but people need to stop acting like he hasn't done this stuff since Day 1.