Audio Rant: Why Kevin Love Should be MVP

Last time,  I blogged about the merits of Kevin Love. Here is a little audio blog about why I think Kevin should be the MVP.  Enjoy.

Kevin Love Rant

Kevin Love: Most Talented Forward in the Game? He can be!

Let me start off with this:  Kevin Love has been the best forward in the game over the last 2 years. The dude can flat out rebound! There is not a better rebounder in the game today. I mean yes D-  Howard averages more , but K-Love isnt nearly as big. Kevin Love truly outrebounds other players. He’s got the Dennis Rodman rebounding talent with an outside shot that opposing players dread. He averages a solid double double and flirts with 20-20s every other game. I will not sit here and say that he’s invited to the same table as  Garnett, K.Malone, Barkley and in my opinion the greatest PF to ever play in Tim Duncan. However, Love has a different style than these guys. He simply does everything and he does it all well. For a player to shatter rebounding records at such a fast clip and at such a young age, is just beautiful. He will end up with the most rebounds in NBA history.(assuming he stays healthy). The good thing about all this is he brings back the style of the old-time forwards. Bob Petit, Kevin Mchale, Dave Debuscherre- these are old-school players who played the game how it should be played. AS A TEAM!!. Players  today for the most part are only looking out for themselves and dont have respect for the game. 20 Years ago, a player would have never refused to go into a game or demand a trade. These shenanigans ruin the integrity of the game. So I wanted to personally say that Kevin Love (aside from that questionable beard) is great for the game. Its because of players like him that the game can go on.

Next time, we will look at point guards. For now, tell us what YOU think!

Lebron for MVP? Dont Bank on it!

Some people seem to be under the impression that Lebron James deserves this without question. That’s incorrect. Lebron is certainly displaying some top tier talent that has been bottled up. He’s been putting up dazzling numbers all season long, However when it comes to crunch time he’s MIA (literally and figuratively). There are certain “tools of the trade” that can be taught no matter how bad or good a player is. Can’t hit a free throw for the life of you? There’s an app for that, Can’t throw it in the ocean? App for that too! Can’t play defense? Yep! There’s one for that as well. However, You can’t teach heart! You can’t teach a player to “win at all costs”. Certain players are just born with it or develop it in their youth (Larry Bird, Michael Jordan, Kobe to name a few). But when the game is on the line? Lebron has no heart or will to just take it on his own and accept the criticism. He wants everyone to love him. He also has that other player you may have heard of named Wade who can close out games ala Mariano Rivera.

What do you think?

Hating on David Stern and NBA Owners? Don’t Bite the Hand that Feeds You!

With all that went down this past offseason, fans, players and others alike seem to have negative feelings towards David Stern and team owners. I must say, throughout all the turmoil, I never once felt David Stern is at fault. I mean yes, he sided with the billionaire owners and no he didn’t once budge for the players. But understand this: If you were making millions of dollars a year and your boss told you that business is bad and you need to rough up some customers and show them that you will not lay down, wouldn’t you too? David Stern has truly been the best commissioner in pro sports over the last 25 years. He has been paid handsomely and deserves it too! But doesn’t he own a different color tie other than red? He’s always wearing a navy suit and red tie!!  In all seriousness, we need this calm and collected man in order to continue enjoying the greatest game on earth.

I was a little disturbed at Monday night’s fiasco out by the Bay during “Chris Mullins Night”. For those of you unaware, the hometown fans ruined this joyous night by continously booing Joe Lacob (majority team owner) while trying to address the “classy” bunch that came out to witness this wonderful event. Check out the Warriors owner getting booed in the video below. This was just stupid! Although I do not agree with the “genius” trade, this man has been spending countless $ to better this wonderful franchise. They haven’t been relevant since the Gulf War but they have made significant progress. Have we been quick to write off that first round upset (perhaps the biggest in playoff history) of the Mavs? This team is going places, give it time and patience.

David Stern: All good things must come to an end

Dear David Stern,

We as fans are very grateful what you have done for the NBA over the last few decades. However, the last 2 years or so you have evolved into a tyrant. The most recent disgrace was the Lakers trade being vetoed. What you did has irreparable repercussions. Not only did the the fan’s most beloved team have to get rid of one of their most popular players, they also got nothing in return. We understand that you do not want the Hornets to have to relocate elsewhere and to leave the franchise in disarray. This is understandable- but to veto that trade and to allow the Clippers to obtain Chris Paul is just beyond comprehension. I have a feeling that the cheapskate cry-baby Donald Sterling had a say in this. Donald is not a good owner and the only reason his franchise has not filed for Chapter 11 is because he’s in Hollywood. With that being said, Mr Stern: Please step down and retire gracefully with class. You have done a fantastic job and have been the
best commissioner in professional sports.Good luck in your future endeavors. Thank you for all your wonderful years and devotion to this great game.

What an Opening Day for the NBA!

What a start!

It all started in New York where the Knicks opened up a 17 point lead early on.However, Rondo and the Celtics werent gonna let this one get away so easy. Rajon Rondo is playing with a chip on his shoulder since the trade talks have not stopped and he proved his worth with 31 points and 13 assists. He single handedly brought the celtics back in to this game. The biggest star of the night was Carmelo Anthony and his 37 points, he hit 2 big free throws with 5 seconds left. The celtics had 1 last shot and Kevin Garnett bricked it. Being the master of cheap shots, Garnett wasnt through. Bill Walker played great defense on that last shot. A scuffle ensued when Garnett shoved Walker after the shot was missed, Walker mouthed something and got into his face. Garnett decided it was time to choke Walker and thats how Christmas day started. Ive said this before, Kevin Garnett is a veteran, but hes a bully. He only gets physical with players that are either rookies or ones
that dont fight back. I would pay good money to see Garnett try these antics with Kenyon Martin or Kurt Thomas. He has been doing this for years, he wouldnt have lasted a full season had Oakley or Anthony Mason been the victim. With that being said, The Knicks showed great offense with mediocre defense and if they dont pull it together on the defensive end, they will be playing golf come june.

The finals rematch between the Heat and Mavericks was one sided the whole way. The Heat came into this season with revenge on their minds and it sure showed. Even if Lebron James didnt look like he was trying hard enough, his usual near triple double showed it. I tell ya, the Heat are tough, and even tougher this year with Shane Battier and their added fuel of last year’s loss in the Finals. Seeing the Mavs championship banner lifted into the rafters had to hurt. Its tough to see how anyone can stop this team. Only a defensive powerhouse like the bulls has a shot to stop this team.

THE LAKERS GAME!- Easily the most exciting game on the Christmas roster, Kobe Bryant proved why he’s one of the greatest to ever play and D- Rose showed why he’s the reigning mvp. This game saw over a dozen lead changes and went down to the wire. With the Lakers up by a point with 20 seconds left, they turned the ball over and Rose drove the lane with a floater to take the lead. With 3 seconds left, Kobe went 1 on 1 but ended up getting swarmed and had his shot blocked. I think this was a good loss for the Bynum-less Lakers. Just shows how strong this team is even without Bynum and a not- 100% Kobe. Kobe has something to prove this season, he showed it. Dont be shocked if the Lakers go to the finals and Kobe gets MVP. I was very happy with how Josh Mcroberts played. He is not soft, and is a great addition to this veteran squad.

Okahoma City Thunder manhandled D. Howard & Co. It was not a surprise. OKC is just simply better. With Howard’s contract uncertainty, he wont be trying too hard to prove anyone otherwise. He clearly wasn’t playing to his ability and he wont be any time soon until he knows his financial and future team. The Thunder are the favorite to come out of the West, with so many weapons they are just too tough to predict and defend. James Harden is far and away the best player off the bench in the game today, and he showed it last night. Look for this team to win any which way they can.

Perhaps the most anticipated game on the schedule was the last game. The Clippers beating the Warriors in a way which i was a little surprised, has me thinking that the Clippers are more serious rather than fun. There were not many “OMG” moments last night, There sure will be with this athletic squad! The game was pretty close the whole way until CP3 decided enough is enough. I like the fact that Vinny Del Negro is allowing this team to run up and down the floor at their own pace. The Clippers are fun and going to winning a whole lot of games. However, i still dont think theyre a contender just yet. The Warriors were a little banged up, but they have what it takes to make a run at the last playoff spot. Stay tuned, this is going to be an unforgettable year in the NBA.