Finch23 Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 I have tried to get excited about this game, but it's kinda hard considering that's all anyone ever talks about. The NBA is so focused on the Lakers, Heat and Celtics that they ram it down our throats constantly. There could be a game that goes into triple OT and is won by a buzzer beater, but ESPN will have a 5 minute segment on the Heat after they get beat by 20. Just like the other day there was a good game and instead of showing more highlights/talking more about that game, they show highlights of the Lakers getting beat by the Bucks by like 20+. then they continue to talk about Kobe, This, Kobe That. I love the game of basketball, and I love my Spurs but the NBA is [expletive]ing terrible. There is a reason why NFL>>>>>NBA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballorama Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 I agree, ESPN does show there OBVIOUS bias towards LeBron, the Celtics and Lakers. It's hillarious how teams like the Mavs and Spurs aren't really getting any 5+ min segments of ESPN as u stated. Also, with the D-Wade thing, it almost feels like nobody remembers he has an NBA title already and a FInals MVP. I hope tmrws game is good tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch23 Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 I really really want a hard cap for the NBA. IMO this would level the playing field throughout the NBA. Large markets like Boston, and LA wouldn't be able to go out and have a salary of 90+ million letting the team go out and sign a bunch of talent. For instance give San Antonio another 30 million in cap space (currently at 63 million ish, Lakers at like 95ish). The Spurs could have gone out and signed some quality free agents. Small markets like Memphis, and Toronto don't generate enough revenue to enable thier owners to open thier pocketbooks. It's not a coincidence that the Lakers and Celtics hold the majority of the NBA titles. Hell with the exception of a few teams the majority of NBA titles have gone to teams that play in large markets. (San Antonio, Detroit, Houston are some of the exceptions). With a hard cap I think the NBA would be more competitive and entertaining. Sure there wouldn't be "super" teams like the Heat, but I think most fans of the "other" teams are tired of the same teams year in and year out in the finals. Sorry about my rant it's Christmas eve and I have had too much to drink lol, and I know it really has nothing to do with the topic sooooo.. I think Lakers take this game, thier size should be a problem for the Heat as long as Gasol shows up. Hope both teams lose though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRV Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Whoever isn't guarding Kobe tonight is going to have a "day off" on defense. So hopefully Lebron guards him so Wade can take it easy on the defensive side and light it up on offense. If this argument seems really stupid to you, I heard it on ESPN and thought it made sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magicbalala245 Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Man I can't wait for this game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Can't believe they're not showing this game over here...fml Streams ftw I guess...my internet sucks though so this sucks lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChosenOne Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Can't believe they're not showing this game over here...fml Streams ftw I guess...my internet sucks though so this sucks lol. You need to invest in NBA league pass, but for today I am sure you will be able to find a good stream since it is a very big game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lkr Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 these green shoes are ugly. Gasol's are by far the worst Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makaveli Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Huck Feat. Great start for the Lakers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChosenOne Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Bosh cant guard Odom he is just to quick, I think Lamar is going to have a good [expletive] day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makaveli Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Kobe gets no love from the refs.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Swish* Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 WTF IS THAT!? DID YOU SEE THAT!? Refs not calling [expletive] for the Lakers! Surprising Wade missed that dunk eh!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NomarFachix Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Let's go Lakeshow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 lol...Wade needs some pro-vision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChosenOne Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Kobe gets no love from the refs.. What can you say he is no LeBron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lkr Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Nice dunk by Wade. Love how Spo was whining when dwhistle wasn't even touched Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guru Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Boy the refs have their whistles swallowed so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Make It Naaaashty Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 WTF IS THAT!? DID YOU SEE THAT!? Refs not calling [expletive] for the Lakers! Surprising Wade missed that dunk eh!?We're all watching the game Sacha..... And for once the refs didn't call anything for the Lakers, OMG!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChosenOne Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 (edited) Yeah the refs are not calling touch fouls I just wish it goes both ways all night. LeBron has already got a couple touch fouls called for him. Edited December 25, 2010 by ChosenOne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lkr Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 where is Jack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Regime Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 (edited) Kobe is doing an excellent job setting up his teammates, they just need to knock down the open looks. We also need to make some putbacks, alot of easy misses around the basket. Edited December 25, 2010 by Confidence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 Refs are calling no touch fouls yet Ron Artest is out with two gay little calls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChosenOne Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 (edited) Refs are calling no touch fouls yet Ron Artest is out with two gay little calls. and Kobe got called for one as well aganst LeBron. Note that all three of those were in favor of LeBron. Edited December 25, 2010 by ChosenOne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Swish* Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 (edited) We're all watching the game Sacha..... And for once the refs didn't call anything for the Lakers, OMG!!!! yeah.. obviously.. because they always call it for LeBron Edited December 25, 2010 by *Swish* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted December 25, 2010 Report Share Posted December 25, 2010 I woulda gone nuts if Blake hit that..wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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