LeBron James Discussion: Not Returning To The Lakers

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  1. LTLakerFan

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    Me neither and I caved before you. Real sold me a bill of goods on the guy.

    :Fishwink:


    Agree about Shaq. Something about a 340lb monster beating up 260lb centers and then calling them soft. Bully. The championships were nice though.
     
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    didn't stay in shape, and couldn't hit free throws

    He dominated because of his size, but he did have a solid post game. But if he had Kobe's work ethic, no records would be left.
     
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    I'm right with you Sirron. I wasn't a Shaq fan, but when I knew we had a chance to get him I was ALL in. I'm Lakers first all day every day. If we can improve our team in one fell swoop let's do it. I don't have to be a fan of the superstar player, but I sure as hell want our team to be as good as it can be. I knew if we got Shaq we would back on our way to championship contention. We have further to go with Lebron because he's just passing his prime when we got him, but knowing Magic's competitive nature and having seen Rob's bold GM moves I think we can get there soon. Lebron's on our team so I'm rooting for him and us now.
     
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    LeBron is closer to Kobe in terms of responsibility than he is Shaq. LeBron has earned my respect the last couple years with his dedication to being in shape and ready every season. Someone said it recently that LeBron has the intelligence of Kobe in a body more like Shaq. We always joke about what Shaq would have looked like if he'd just been more responsible and focused when he was playing, well it'd probably look a little like LeBron.

    Now of course it took LeBron 10-12 years to stop caring about failure, but once he got there he really has turned the corner and become a different player to me. I think it probably coincides with winning the title in Cleveland. I think after that LeBron feels pretty much content in his place among the greats so he feels like there's less pressure on him than before. Now he's in that sweet spot of his career like Kobe was 07-11 or so where he understands the game at a tremendous level and his body is still healthy and strong enough to play at a high level. Shaq's window for this was far too short.

    I think he'll earn fans quickly even if he's still dramatic at times.
     
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    Yep, people are mad. I love it.

    Really getting sick and tired of people ignoring the talent we have on this team. I think it was PJ Carlesimo (sp?) during Summer League that said Cleveland had more talent then us. Sorry, but that’s a joke. We have great young talent, mixed with some vets, and LeBron who should make everyone better. If our young guys make big leaps this year, we’ll be a lot better than people think.
     
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    well, it will have to be his play, because it certainly won't be because of his charisma

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    LeBron talks about being a Laker for the very first time @1:45 mark
     
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    Cool. Should be a great season.
     
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    We’re happy to have you here LeBron to take the franchise back to its rightful position, this year.
     
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    [​IMG] All I heard was some no charisma dude saying blah blah blah

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    LOL. Are you going to watch the season with us?
     
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    20180729_125443.jpg
     
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    Not unless he trims that fugly beard that's getting longer again. C'mon LBJ.

    :Fishwink:
     
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    Are all the games are on NBC?

    (Nasty Beard Club)
     
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    Im liking the guy more and more with each day. Still feels a little surreal though ;)
     
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    I don't get the beard thing myself... It looks unkempt most of the time. Actually, I'd love to see the whole team sport one as a sign of unity. It would be funny as hell.

    Ya, I'm bored out of my mind... :)
     
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    :SadPau2: ..... He didn't mention wanting to help the inner city white boys like Kevin Love.



    :Fishwink:
     
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    lmao
     
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    that actually would make the team look more bad azz if they all sported the beard look.
    Screenshot_20180729-131328_Samsung Internet.jpg
     
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