Timofey Mozgov Discussion: Shut Down For Season (66)

I think we could've handled the situation about how we signed Mozgov better. Fans would've been more understanding if we signed him after missing out on Biyombo, Mahinmi, etc. because it would've given the perception that we tried for other players but failed.

Instead, the actual perception is different. Based on what Romona stated on the article realdeal posted, we jumped to sign him immediately and he was someone that we couldn't afford to miss out on.

 

I would have predicted lower rebounds, but if I thought Moz was going to get 24 minutes a game with the Lakers. I would have predicted about the same. Probably 9, 6.9, 1.
But in his sparingly used minutes, I can't fault Moz for his numbers. For the team make up..he just doesn't fit..and didn't fit. If it's a transition up and down team..why sign Moz? I dunno.I'm not adding much to this topic lol. They needed an athletic, fast, up and down type big man. Like a Dalembert type back in his prime. Ratliff, John Henson type. Brandon Wright type etc.

 

If they bench him after 50 games...wth are they going to do for 3 more years?:MitchDropMic:

 

Well I guess the disagreement is right there.
To those who expected this level of on-court production, you are not disappointed.
To those who expected more, like myself, you are.

In the end, let's just all agree he's not very good and be super glad we have Zubac.

 

:Feelingyou:

 

:MozgovYell: I just wanted to use this emoji for all I had to say...nothing more

 

Moz runs great at his size or otherwise. Quicker than Bogut maybe? No problem he or small ball candidates we had and still have related to either for speed and athleticism. See Boom Boom.

 

This is what happens with so many years urs of losing, we're accepting medicority

 

I have a dear friend (woman) that accidentally makes up sayings that are hilarious. That has to be one of my favorites.

Another is : Up a creek without a ladder



So nonsensical it's great.

 

I think fans in general are famous for being irrational in their expectations. But when you are one of the Golden Franchises, world renowned and loved, and with a list of all time greats a mile long, we can get especially carried away.


I find myself only looking at the bright side when pursuing new players. Ex:

Thoughts that might cross my mind with Mozgov:

He was injured last year, but now he's rested and hungry. He's a champion and will be a respectable vet to lead the youth. VERTICALITY! Now that he'll have a great coach like Luke Walton, he won't be held back like every other team he was on.



Essentially I only expect players we sign to post nothing but career bests once they are sprinkled with Laker fairy dust.

And if they don't post career highs in all major categories, they shall be tarred and dipped in feathers, publicly flogged, their penis size questioned, and finally...crucified.

Now is this irrational?

 

Could someone explain to me why Mozgov being paid $64 million for 50 games is considered a OK contract, while Deng, a rotational player, is terrible?

 

why? the benching should be enough indicator

 

well thats what Luke wanted and now he's changed his tune....why can't you? Never liked him, never liked the contract and certainly dont agree with the notion because he's getting avg money we should expect avg production. 16mill might be avg as far as cba goes and for C but that doesn't mean I should expect what he's given us, you dont accept mediocrity from your 2nd highest paid player regardless of the circumstances.

 

when opinions are opinions but fact remains, we now have a 16mill/yr dead weight player riding the pine.....money well spent.

 

you guys are impatient, just wait for Deng and Mozgov to develop, you'll see Mitch knock these out of the park