Tuesday, January 18, 2005
3 Pointer Hell
We seriously have to be on pace for a franchise record for three point attempts this season per game. I think of all the possessions where we settle for a three pointer, a contested three pointer at that and I get to feeling awfully nasty.
In terms of last night's game, where did Lamar go? He didn't score his tenth point until the last 3 or 4 minutes. Caron scored but he really needs to work on his body control as he gets one to two charges per game. It wouldn't be so much of a problem except that I can pretty much predict when he's gonna bowl somebody over. Chucky Atkins needs to warm up better because his early game shooting is horrendous. Chris Mihm: GRAB THE REBOUND! Don't tip, don't bat, grab! Lastly, I like this Sasha Vujacic kid. He shot a few too many threes but his energy is excellent. It'll be interesting to see if he develops into a viable sub once Kobe returns.
PS WHERE THE HELL IS DEVEAN GEORGE!?!?!?!
In terms of last night's game, where did Lamar go? He didn't score his tenth point until the last 3 or 4 minutes. Caron scored but he really needs to work on his body control as he gets one to two charges per game. It wouldn't be so much of a problem except that I can pretty much predict when he's gonna bowl somebody over. Chucky Atkins needs to warm up better because his early game shooting is horrendous. Chris Mihm: GRAB THE REBOUND! Don't tip, don't bat, grab! Lastly, I like this Sasha Vujacic kid. He shot a few too many threes but his energy is excellent. It'll be interesting to see if he develops into a viable sub once Kobe returns.
PS WHERE THE HELL IS DEVEAN GEORGE!?!?!?!
Monday, January 17, 2005
Lamar Odom
The Lamar Odom of the past 72 hours is the Lamar Odom I had been hoping to see at season's beginning. Kudos to all the Lakers for the way they've stepped up recently.
Friday, January 14, 2005
Time for Heart
Kobe Bryant went down early last night against Cleveland with a severe ankle sprain. Irony: Last year, in January, against Cleveland, Bryant's should was injured and he missed six games. This injury looks to be worse as he was carried out last night unable to put any weight on the ankle.
Am I worried? Well, tough games will be tougher now. But this is an opportunity for several players on the team to strut their stuff. Last night, Lamar Odom became the aggressor he should have been all season as did Caron Butler. There was an energy emanating from the players about the opportunity to show their skills. I think a lot of times, players get caught up in watching Kobe but now they can get to playing basketball. I also think it will be helpful to Kobe in the long run to see how the team performs without him. That's the way he can learn what these other guys can do, help build his trust in them a little bit more.
The Lakers spirited effort last night produced a 98 - 94 win improving our record to something like 18 - 3 when holding opponents below the century mark. Currently, we are on a 46 -36 pace for the season.
Am I worried? Well, tough games will be tougher now. But this is an opportunity for several players on the team to strut their stuff. Last night, Lamar Odom became the aggressor he should have been all season as did Caron Butler. There was an energy emanating from the players about the opportunity to show their skills. I think a lot of times, players get caught up in watching Kobe but now they can get to playing basketball. I also think it will be helpful to Kobe in the long run to see how the team performs without him. That's the way he can learn what these other guys can do, help build his trust in them a little bit more.
The Lakers spirited effort last night produced a 98 - 94 win improving our record to something like 18 - 3 when holding opponents below the century mark. Currently, we are on a 46 -36 pace for the season.
Wednesday, January 12, 2005
Denver
Kobe returns to the god awful state of Colorado for a game against the Nuggets tonite. The Lakers lead the season series 2 - 0 and can clinch the series with a win tonite. It would also be the first time this season that the Lakers won three games in a row.
The Lakers had an impressive come from behind win against Minnesota Monday night as the 'other' stars for the Lakers took over in the fourth quarter with Kobe resting. After trailing by as many as 17 during the game, the Lakers rallied for a 105 - 96 victory outscoring the Wolves 38 - 20 in the final period.
The Lakers had an impressive come from behind win against Minnesota Monday night as the 'other' stars for the Lakers took over in the fourth quarter with Kobe resting. After trailing by as many as 17 during the game, the Lakers rallied for a 105 - 96 victory outscoring the Wolves 38 - 20 in the final period.
Sunday, January 09, 2005
Interesting note
Has there ever been a time when every team in two divisions are on a losing streak? The Northwest Division is as follows:
Seattle - Lost 2
Minnesota - Lost 1
Portland - Lost 3
Denver - Lost 3
Utah - Lost 9
And the Atlantic Division:
New York - Lost 4
Philadelphia - Lost 1
Boston - Lost 2
New Jersey - Lost 1
Toronto - Lost 1
Seattle - Lost 2
Minnesota - Lost 1
Portland - Lost 3
Denver - Lost 3
Utah - Lost 9
And the Atlantic Division:
New York - Lost 4
Philadelphia - Lost 1
Boston - Lost 2
New Jersey - Lost 1
Toronto - Lost 1
Saturday, January 08, 2005
Good Win
After two straight losses in the state of Texas, the Lakers came out and played a helluva game against Houston. After racing to a 24 point halftime lead, the Lake Show managed to turn away every Rockets comeback with a 111-104 victory last night.
More importantly, Kobe Bryant, Tracy McGrady, and Bob Sura each donated a $1000 for every point they scored to relief efforts for the tsunami. The final tally was $73000.
The next game is against Minnesota for a chance to move into the 6th playoff spot with a victory.
More importantly, Kobe Bryant, Tracy McGrady, and Bob Sura each donated a $1000 for every point they scored to relief efforts for the tsunami. The final tally was $73000.
The next game is against Minnesota for a chance to move into the 6th playoff spot with a victory.
