Comments on: Mad Men: The Lakers Preview

By: wondahbap

wondahbap — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:18:39 +0000

Jay,

Hmmm. Not saying whether it was like that or not, but was your dad a Madison Avenue ad man (Mad Man) ? I mean there’s professional ball, then there’s being a Laker in the NBA.

How many shows or movies are completely accurate? I’d say most aren’t. Either way, it’s still a great show.

By: jay

jay — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:49:02 +0000

Very detailed and interresting analysis. But Mad Men the best show on TV? My dad was in the ad game during the 1960s. The show is not an accurate replication of the industry and time and, surprisingly, I find it extremely boring.
But we Laker fans cannot agree on everything. Barring injury, the Lake Show roles to another title. Depth is going to wear down other teams in the playoffs, including the aging Celtics, if they get the chance to meet Kobe & Company.

By: J

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:41:32 +0000

I wish there were more practice videos available. I love watching behind the scenes stuff like that video JD tweeted about.

By: Stephen

Stephen — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:14:26 +0000

Mamula(#67)
If the replacement refs are starting the season Walton could see more minutes than even you think.
Some of the crews are pretty good,but some are just brutal. Get one of those and Ron wil rack up a couple fouls in first couple of minutes.

By: jodial

jodial — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:03:25 +0000

This past month I re-watched some of the games from the Denver and Orlando playoffs, and I was surprised to see how well Luke played when he was in there. He really had some nice efforts in those games – smart hustle plays, good post-up baskets, moving the ball well – nothing spectacular, but he stayed within his role and kept the team on the right track. Hopefully he’ll get the chance to have that kind of a slot in the rotation, because I think he’s the kind of a player who can really do well in 15 minutes of action.

By: harold

harold — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:58:49 +0000

Amazing to think that Luke was once one of our most reliable players.

Really, with a good 3pt % as well. If everyone on the bench can duplicate their best years, we’d be formidable.

Wait, we already are

By: Mamula

Mamula — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:45:46 +0000

As crazy as this might sound, I think, Luke Walton should see considerable minutes this year. The dude is certainly trying hard and, despite his limitations, always brings something to the table. I know that the Lakers are stacked, but I would not be surprised if Artest gets more time at the two when Kobe rests and Luke at the 3. In that line-up Artest becomes a Kobe VersionB and Luke’s passing makes ball move around until reaching the basket (on many occasions. I know Shannon Brown might get some time at the 2, but I certainly think that Luke playing 14-18 minutes per game would be good for the Lakers

Bottom line, Luke is a smart player. He knows when to move and where to be. He always listens to Kobe and they always discuss the plays when they are together on the court. If you really think about it, this team does not need more great stars, it just needs more great team players who play withing the game plan, understand and execute it perfectly. That is why Fish is Fish for example

But that, of course goes with the assumption that the machine is broken

By: exhelodrvr

exhelodrvr — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:15:01 +0000

-Times arguing with ref over non-call while opponent gets easy basket
- Frustration fouls immediately following perceived non-calls
-Smirks by head coach

By: wondahbap

wondahbap — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:43:22 +0000

*but kicking….

By: wondahbap

wondahbap — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:43:04 +0000

j.d. hastings,

I’m laughing, but and kicking myself for not coming up with that one. Good.

By game #10, Fish will have built a lead so big, only the Warriors, Knicks, and Suns could come close. Combined for the season.