Lakers talking trades

[LAglamrocker]

what? Cooper,Scott and others before Fisher

[yeahbuddy]

Yeah, he sucks this year, but so does getting old.

The Lakers beat the shitty Hornets last week because of Fish and his efforts in the 4th...



If FISH sucks (this year or any year)... then what the fuck does that really make most of the rest of the league? Besides overpaid ring-less losers?

I agree with what Fisher did against Hornets. He does that once every 6 or 7 games.
Didnt say he sucked in other years. Look at the stats of this season, 9 times out of 10, the opposing team's point guard has big games.
Also, look at the line up that C Paul has with him. Two of the starters did not play (Ariza Okafur). Paul couldnt do his usual greatness because he was surrounded by mediocre players.
Bottom line- Fisher is a winner. On and off the court. He has hit some huge shots & made some great plays & has delivered during crunch time. Cant say that about other players that have more talent than him.

[Subhuman Yeti]

Some LA news station is reporting 'rumored' talks by the Lakers about a Bynum and/or Artest for Carmelo Anthony trade?



Fuck Carmelo!

Go East you fucking clown!!

[yeahbuddy]

Some LA news station is reporting 'rumored' talks by the Lakers about a Bynum and/or Artest for Carmelo Anthony trade?



Fuck Carmelo!

Go East you fucking clown!!

yeah, thats the talk.
I wouldnt believe it, but John Ireland who works for Lakers as side line reporter, and has own show on ESPN radio has confirmed it, so it is true.
I doubt if deal will happen. And I dont know if it should be done or not. A bit torn on that.
There was talk about a Artest to Charlotte for either Stephen Jackson or Gerarld Williams, and they checked with Artest's people, they checked with him, and he did not want to go to Charlotte so that deal died,,,, for now.

[Subhuman Yeti]

Fewest Turnovers in a Season by a Point Guard since 1977-78
(min 70 starts)

Player Season G GS Min TO
1 Derek Fisher 08-09 LAL 82 82 2441 72
2 Derek Fisher 09-10 LAL 82 82 2227 78
3 B.J. Armstrong 92-93 Chi 82 74 2492 83
4 Chris Whitney 01-02 Was 82 81 2171 85
5t Mike Bibby 09-10 Atl 80 80 2196 90
5t Derek Fisher 07-08 LAL 82 82 2249 90
7 Derek Fisher 02-03 LAL 82 82 2829 94
8 Lindsey Hunter 96-97 Det 82 76 3023 96
9 B.J. Armstrong 94-95 Chi 82 82 2577 103
10 Rickey Green 90-91 Phi 79 75 2248 108

[yeahbuddy]

Fewest Turnovers in a Season by a Point Guard since 1977-78
(min 70 starts)

Player Season G GS Min TO
1 Derek Fisher 08-09 LAL 82 82 2441 72
2 Derek Fisher 09-10 LAL 82 82 2227 78
3 B.J. Armstrong 92-93 Chi 82 74 2492 83
4 Chris Whitney 01-02 Was 82 81 2171 85
5t Mike Bibby 09-10 Atl 80 80 2196 90
5t Derek Fisher 07-08 LAL 82 82 2249 90
7 Derek Fisher 02-03 LAL 82 82 2829 94
8 Lindsey Hunter 96-97 Det 82 76 3023 96
9 B.J. Armstrong 94-95 Chi 82 82 2577 103
10 Rickey Green 90-91 Phi 79 75 2248 108

dumb stat because on offense Fisher does not play the typical point guard position, so chances of him turning the ball over is less. Do you follow the Lakers? If so, you should know that. Also, I see BJ Armstrong is on that list. A Chicago Bulls player coached by Phil Jackson? Derek Fisher coached by Phil Jackson. The triangle offense. Duuuuh!

[johnk5150]

Fewest Turnovers in a Season by a Point Guard since 1977-78
(min 70 starts)

Player Season G GS Min TO
1 Derek Fisher 08-09 LAL 82 82 2441 72
2 Derek Fisher 09-10 LAL 82 82 2227 78
3 B.J. Armstrong 92-93 Chi 82 74 2492 83
4 Chris Whitney 01-02 Was 82 81 2171 85
5t Mike Bibby 09-10 Atl 80 80 2196 90
5t Derek Fisher 07-08 LAL 82 82 2249 90
7 Derek Fisher 02-03 LAL 82 82 2829 94
8 Lindsey Hunter 96-97 Det 82 76 3023 96
9 B.J. Armstrong 94-95 Chi 82 82 2577 103
10 Rickey Green 90-91 Phi 79 75 2248 108

Those BJ Armstrong numbers are misleading as Jordan and Pippen brought the ball up a LOT back then.

[Tenacious_Dio]

There was talk about a Artest to Charlotte for either Stephen Jackson or Gerarld Williams, and they checked with Artest's people, they checked with him, and he did not want to go to Charlotte so that deal died,,,, for now.

Nobody wants to come to Charlotte. By the way, I think you meant Gerald Wallace. If the Bobcats dealt Jackson or Wallace, they would lose what little good will they have in this town.

[yeahbuddy]

There was talk about a Artest to Charlotte for either Stephen Jackson or Gerarld Williams, and they checked with Artest's people, they checked with him, and he did not want to go to Charlotte so that deal died,,,, for now.

Nobody wants to come to Charlotte. By the way, I think you meant Gerald Wallace. If the Bobcats dealt Jackson or Wallace, they would lose what little good will they have in this town.

thanks for the correction. Yes, its G Wallace.
Wallace is a definite slasher that hits the open shot. An Artest for Wallace trade would be a good one for both teams.

[LAglamrocker]

I love panic with Laker fans and ownership, the team is "only" 20 games over 500. Will be 2nd in the west. Artest will play well in the playoffs again..3peat for sure

I always thought Anthony would be a Laker, Dr. Buss needs another huge name to sell his team, with Kobe over 32, time to think about the future


Blake Griffin to be a Laker, when he's a free man

[Subhuman Yeti]

Do you follow the Lakers?

I accidentely stumbled on this thread just then.



Do you live with your head up your ass?

[ParaDime77]

Lakers need to hold off on any trades until Dwight Howard becomes avaliable after next year. He will be a Laker.

[yeahbuddy]

Do you follow the Lakers?

I accidentely stumbled on this thread just then.



Do you live with your head up your ass?

no my head isnt up my ass, because yours already is.
Learn how to read and know what you are talking about before
post a moronic comment,,, you f'n moron.

[yeahbuddy]

Lakers need to hold off on any trades until Dwight Howard becomes avaliable after next year. He will be a Laker.

isnt it funny how every player is going to be a Laker. Ha ha.

[Subhuman Yeti]

no my head isnt up my ass, because yours already is.
Learn how to read and know what you are talking about before
post a moronic comment,,, you f'n moron.

Way to be different there, ya fucking moldy stack of shit!!






Lemon Lime and Fierce Grape. Nice!

[johnk5150]

Lakers need to hold off on any trades until Dwight Howard becomes avaliable after next year. He will be a Laker.

isnt it funny how every player is going to be a Laker. Ha ha.

Do you know Adam Carolla's middle name on his driver's license is Lakers? Apparently California will let you put anything for your middle name when you acquire your DL.

[Subhuman Yeti]

Wouldn't the DMV wonder WTF he did with the middle name on his birth cert that he had been legally using with all of his license renewals before?

[johnk5150]

Wouldn't the DMV wonder WTF he did with the middle name on his birth cert that he had been legally using with all of his license renewals before?

Wikipedia

Adam's parents did not give him a middle name.[8] As a joke, he wrote "Adam Lakers Carolla" on his driver's license application.[9] His driver's license still gives his full name as "Adam Lakers Carolla."[9]

[Subhuman Yeti]

Damn

[Subhuman Yeti]

Derek Fisher Named 2010 'Sportsman of the Year'


Feb 10 2011 1:55PM


LOS ANGELES (January 6, 2011) -- Los Angeles Lakers star Derek Fisher will receive the prestigious 2010 Sportsman of the Year award during the sixth annual LA Sports Awards, which will be held on Thursday, February 24 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.

The LA Sports Awards are presented annually by the Los Angeles Sports Council to celebrate the greatest moments of the year in sports in the Los Angeles/Orange County area.

The Sportsman award is given to the local male athlete whose performance and character best exemplified the ideals of sportsmanship during the calendar year.

A true sportsman both on and off the court, Fisher is as consistent with his service to the community as he is with his signature game-winning baskets. It was Fisher's crucial late-game heroics, most notably in Games 3 and 7 that helped the Lakers beat Boston in the 2010 NBA Finals.

Off the court, the 14-year veteran and five-time champion is an active participant in Lakers Youth Foundation charitable endeavors. A longtime fan favorite, "D-Fish" currently serves as the President of the NBA Players Association.

The awards show will be televised on FSN Prime Ticket (initial airing will be on Feb. 25) and will include special appearances by many of the athletes and coaches whose achievements helped make 2010 such a memorable year in sports.

In addition to the Sportsman award, the ceremony also will feature a countdown of the Top 10 moments for 2010 as selected by a blue-ribbon media panel, along with the naming of the Sportswoman, Coach, and Sports Executive of the Year.

Beginning January 10, through online balloting at http://www.lasports.org, Southern California sports fans can select the greatest moments of 2010 in 14 different award categories. Voting takes place through January 31; winners will be revealed during the awards festivities.

The event program includes a dinner, followed by the award presentations and video highlights. Winners will receive awards specially created by Tiffany & Co. for the occasion.

The L.A. Sports Council is a non-profit organization and will utilize the event's proceeds to further its mission of promoting economic development through sports in Southern California.


http://www.nba.com/lakers/news/1011fish ... eyear.html

[Just.Saying]

Am I the only one who thinks Bynum is completely overrated.

[Subhuman Yeti]

He is injury prone, expensive and a bit lazy at times, but he's a 2 time back to back NBA champion. A major part in the LAKERS repeat.



If Andrew Bynum is overrated how ultimately forgettable does that make the 10,000s of retired NBA veterans with no rings? Hall of Famers or not...

[Just.Saying]

I agree, but being healthy is part of being good. Dude is always injured, not Greg Oden level. I'm not sure if the Lakers really need Carmello. I know Buss's son is in love with Bynum and believes he is the future of the team. I just don't see it.

[Subhuman Yeti]

Lakers defense is shit.


Nice exit Phil.



4 games in 5 days in 4 different Eastern cities though, must suck.

[johnk5150]

Lakers defense is shit.


Nice exit Phil.



4 games in 5 days in 4 different Eastern cities though, must suck.

This whole thing feels a lot like the Bulls last year in '98. We knew it was ending so we enjoyed every last minute of Mike, Scottie and Phil.

This is your last run at glory Lake Show fans. Phil is looking tired again.

[grishnak boss]

DON'T SWEAT IT ASSHOLES, THE LAKERS WILL 3-PEAT -

I'M A PROPHET, SO SUCK IT, FAGGOTS.

[LAglamrocker]

really who is going to be the next Phil? that old dude from the Spurs, Lebrons bitch head coach, or Bostons crybaby coach?

Lakers will win the next 3 years without much effort

[Subhuman Yeti]

Lakers

Your defense sucks. You damn damn damn lazy fuckers!

The must-see Lakers will mean must-pay fans under TV deal
Free, over-the-air access will end starting in 2012. Time Warner subscribers are expected to face more costly sports programming tier and other carriers must make up costs of carrying new networks.


By Lance Pugmire and Joe Flint
9:42 PM PST, February 15, 2011


Lakers fans have celebrated at the victory parades, partied at the local game-viewing gatherings and experienced the joy of following an NBA champion mostly free of charge.

Starting in the 2012-13 season, the price tag arrives.

The fallout from the 20-year deal between Time Warner Cable and the Lakers to create two regional sports networks — one in English and one in Spanish — will not only dramatically restrict the team from free over-the-air television but place them on satellite, cable and telephone carriers, asking fans to pay more to watch the NBA's most successful franchise.

"The Lakers are must-see, very popular programming and important to a wide swath of people not only in Southern California but across the country," Time Warner Cable spokeswoman Maureen Huff said Tuesday, a day after the deal was formally announced. "With the Lakers' broad and wide appeal, we hope to achieve as wide of an audience as we can."

The contract with the Lakers not only gives Time Warner Cable a grip on the most popular franchise in the region, but new clout to try to either lure subscribers away from competitors — including DirecTV, Verizon Fios and AT&T U-Verse — or get those competitors to pay big bucks to carry the still unnamed channels.

Harvey Schiller, former chairman of the New York Yankees' parent company YankeeNets who presided over the MSG regional sports network deal, said the Lakers added "dramatic value" to their franchise while Time Warner Cable stands to exact lavish profits.

Want to watch the Lakers as a Time Warner customer? Be braced to pay more for a sports programming tier that will factor in the company's investment, industry experts say.

"Given the size and length of this deal and importance of it to Time Warner Cable, they are going to attempt to earn it back, and one of the ways to do that is to price aggressively on subscriber fees," said Lee H. Berke, chief executive of media and sports consulting firm LHB Sports, Entertainment & Media Inc.

Another windfall will come if Time Warner Cable joins DirecTV's "League Pass" NBA package. DirecTV has an estimated 1 million customers in the greater Los Angeles region.

Regional sports networks are some of the more costly programming for distributors. Fox Sports West was getting $2.37 per month for the Lakers, per subscriber, according to SNL Kagan, an industry consulting firm. The new channel could easily top $3.

DirecTV officials declined to comment, but an authority on the satellite carrier's business not authorized to comment publicly previewed the coming tension. "There'll be a whole lot of hostile talk, elbows flying, but at the end of the day, it'll get done — it's too important of a brand with the Lakers' following in Southern California and beyond," this source said.

It's called "killer content," Schiller said. "Someone's selling you a major player everybody wants to see … you've got to get it," he said. "Yes, there's a lot of inventory on television, but having the inventory that people want is enhanced by selling advertising. Everyone involved knows that."

This season, Lakers games have attracted a staggering average of 456,000 viewers on KCAL-TV, in its 34th year of televising the team, while Fox Sports West has enjoyed average viewership of 410,000, according to the Nielsen Co.

On Jan. 12, Nielsen reported 723,000 watched on KCAL among a possible 5.7 million television homes in the greater Los Angeles area, stretching to western Riverside County and north to Inyo County.

For years, Time Warner Cable was one of the more vocal critics of the cost of regional sports networks. While other pay-television distributors such as Comcast Corp., Cox Communications and Cablevision Systems launched channels in their service areas, Time Warner Cable sat planted on the bench.

Now the cable operator, which has about 2 million subscribers in Southern California, has decided if it has to pay big money for sports, it might as well pay itself.

Neither the Lakers nor Time Warner Cable would discuss the terms, but industry executives estimated the deal's value at $3 billion, a figure Time Warner Cable dismissed. Fox Sports West pays $30 million a year for the Lakers games, according to people familiar with the partnership.

"The impact of the Lakers' departure is overstated," Chris Bellitti, Fox Sports vice president said in an e-mail. "Fox Sports West is a strong business today and will continue to be a strong business without the Lakers."

Time Warner's investment is "much more than a TV deal," said sports business expert Rick Burton. "It's a content deal, involving iPads, tweets, Facebook, on-demand content … follow the possible revenue streams. In the digital age, there are no time zones."

For Fox Sports, the challenge will be maintaining its subscriber fees despite losing the Lakers, and ensuring there is no exodus.

The Dodgers' contract with Fox expires in 2013. Owner Frank McCourt said Tuesday he did not believe the Lakers' network would preclude him from starting his own, anchored by the Dodgers. "Maybe someday in the future," he said. "Right now we have a great relationship with Fox. We have a contract with Fox, and we're very, very happy with that."

Fox will pay the Dodgers $35 million this year for broadcast rights, $37 million in 2012 and $39 million 2013.

The Angels' contract with Fox Sports West expires after the 2015 season. In discussing his past interest in the Yankees' YES network, Lakers owner Jerry Buss said he'd prefer to align with the Angels to attract the Orange County market.

Meanwhile, Pacific 10 Conference Commissioner Larry Scott called the Lakers deal "an encouraging sign." The Pac-10's deals with ESPN and Fox end after next season. The conference recently sold its inaugural Pac-12 football championship game to Fox and is now negotiating its next long-term deal with an eye toward a Pac-12 Network.

"We need competition," Scott said. "It's hard to understate the value of what has happened in Los Angeles."




http://www.latimes.com/sports/basketbal ... full.story

[johnk5150]

Phil was PISSED last night.

[Subhuman Yeti]

that old dude from the Spurs,


Lebrons bitch head coach,


or Bostons crybaby coach?

Pop-a-Zit, Ricky Retardo or Cock Rivers?

None of those 3 shitbags