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Heal just by da fookin' teem, aina?
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brewcity77

Quote from: panda on August 06, 2022, 10:41:30 AM
Yes, an nba player demanding a roster spot for he and his son for one year is different than the last spot on a g league roster.

It's leveraging your son into a pro position they shouldn't have and didn't earn. So basically, the history of all humanity ever. It's not like nepotism is a new phenomenon, and if some contender can spend a second round pick to stick Bronny at the end of their bench for a year of Lebron and a crack at a title in the process, isn't that a worthwhile deal?

Lennys Tap

Quote from: BCHoopster on August 06, 2022, 09:24:05 AM
Why is Lebron not sending his kid to college to get an education?  It would be best for him.

Because then Lebron would have to give up some control of Bronny's future. Of course that would be best for Bronny - hopefully Lebron comes to that realization.

The Sultan

Quote from: Lennys Tap on August 06, 2022, 11:40:52 AM
Because then Lebron would have to give up some control of Bronny's future. Of course that would be best for Bronny - hopefully Lebron comes to that realization.

You are assuming that they don't see eye to eye on his future.
"I am one of those who think the best friend of a nation is he who most faithfully rebukes her for her sins—and he her worst enemy, who, under the specious and popular garb of patriotism, seeks to excuse, palliate, and defend them" - Frederick Douglass

The Sultan

Quote from: brewcity77 on August 06, 2022, 11:40:24 AM
It's leveraging your son into a pro position they shouldn't have and didn't earn. So basically, the history of all humanity ever. It's not like nepotism is a new phenomenon, and if some contender can spend a second round pick to stick Bronny at the end of their bench for a year of Lebron and a crack at a title in the process, isn't that a worthwhile deal?

Of course. And the idea that this is going to be a problem in the locker room is hilarious. The end of the bench guys in the NBA are a dime a dozen.
"I am one of those who think the best friend of a nation is he who most faithfully rebukes her for her sins—and he her worst enemy, who, under the specious and popular garb of patriotism, seeks to excuse, palliate, and defend them" - Frederick Douglass

wadesworld

Without knowing them personally, I have this weird feeling that LeBron has given his kids a decent future. Call me crazy...

Lennys Tap

Quote from: Sultan Sultanberger on August 06, 2022, 11:44:01 AM
You are assuming that they don't see eye to eye on his future.

No, I'm assuming that no matter what the kid or his Daddy want the kid would be better off going his own way and getting out from under Daddy's shadow.

The Sultan

Quote from: Lennys Tap on August 06, 2022, 11:52:16 AM
No, I'm assuming that no matter what the kid or his Daddy want the kid would be better off going his own way and getting out from under Daddy's shadow.

He's going to have a long life. This won't harm him regardless.
"I am one of those who think the best friend of a nation is he who most faithfully rebukes her for her sins—and he her worst enemy, who, under the specious and popular garb of patriotism, seeks to excuse, palliate, and defend them" - Frederick Douglass

Uncle Rico

Quote from: wadesworld on August 06, 2022, 11:46:53 AM
Without knowing them personally, I have this weird feeling that LeBron has given his kids a decent future. Call me crazy...

No doubt.  He's done far more for society than any of us
Guster is for Lovers

Jockey

Quote from: forgetful on August 05, 2022, 10:48:07 PM
Embiid
Jokic
Giannis
Curry
Durant

You'd have to be nuts to select James above any of those 5, I also think it would be very hard to place Doncic after James.

Really?

Giannis and Curry are the only 2 that have led their team to a championship. Lebron makes three.

Jockey

Quote from: Lennys Tap on August 05, 2022, 05:57:50 PM
A job.....that he was no way no how qualified for.

But you're right — Lebron isn't the first Dad to be a jagoff and flex his muscles for an underserving son. But (like it always has) it still sucks.

The irony here is stunning.

panda

Quote from: brewcity77 on August 06, 2022, 11:40:24 AM
It's leveraging your son into a pro position they shouldn't have and didn't earn. So basically, the history of all humanity ever. It's not like nepotism is a new phenomenon, and if some contender can spend a second round pick to stick Bronny at the end of their bench for a year of Lebron and a crack at a title in the process, isn't that a worthwhile deal?

using nepotism to acquire Nba roster spots is brand new.

Everyone is mentioning second round picks, dime a dozen last spot on the bench etc. I'm sure Lebron will handle the situation very well when his son gets treated like one of those dime a dozen last spots on the roster. Right ?

Billy Hoyle

Quote from: Uncle Rico on August 05, 2022, 05:27:02 PM
How about in the NFL when Archie Manning made it clear Eli wouldn't play for the Chargers organization?

Players run the NBA 🤷🏼‍♂️

Eli was the undisputed the #1 pick. Bronny is a disputed NBA level player.
"Kevin thinks 'mother' is half a word." - Mike Deane

Billy Hoyle

Quote from: Lennys Tap on August 06, 2022, 11:52:16 AM
No, I'm assuming that no matter what the kid or his Daddy want the kid would be better off going his own way and getting out from under Daddy's shadow.

He doesn't have to work a day in his life (nor will his grandkids) and if he does it the qualification will be "LBJ's son." I'm sure he has no issues being in daddy's shadow.
"Kevin thinks 'mother' is half a word." - Mike Deane

wadesworld

It's really unfortunate the Bucks have Thenasis on the roster instead of being able to keep a guy like Mamadi Diakite. Certainly would've repeated if Mamadi was still on the roster.

This stuff is hilarious.

panda

Quote from: wadesworld on August 06, 2022, 12:50:24 PM
It's really unfortunate the Bucks have Thenasis on the roster instead of being able to keep a guy like Mamadi Diakite. Certainly would've repeated if Mamadi was still on the roster.

This stuff is hilarious.

Thanasis is an nba, albeit end of the bench, level talent. Bronny is not.

wadesworld

Quote from: panda on August 06, 2022, 12:57:33 PM
Thanasis is an nba, albeit end of the bench, level talent. Bronny is not.

And having Bronny instead of Thenasis on the Bucks wouldn't have changed a single thing either of the last 2 seasons.

Uncle Rico

This is the most scoop argument of the summer. 
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panda

Quote from: wadesworld on August 06, 2022, 12:59:33 PM
And having Bronny instead of Thenasis on the Bucks wouldn't have changed a single thing either of the last 2 seasons.

Lebron is wired much differently than Giannis. I don't think Lebron would handle his family member being slighted in the same way as Giannis would.

Uncle Rico

Quote from: panda on August 06, 2022, 01:04:44 PM
Lebron is wired much differently than Giannis. I don't think Lebron would handle his family member being slighted in the same way as Giannis would.

Who cares?
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panda

Quote from: Uncle Rico on August 06, 2022, 01:06:34 PM
Who cares?

I do. If you don't care why are you responding ?

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Uncle Rico

Quote from: panda on August 06, 2022, 01:08:59 PM
I do. If you don't care why are you responding ?

Why do you care?
Guster is for Lovers

tower912

Quote from: Uncle Rico on August 06, 2022, 01:02:59 PM
This is the most scoop argument of the summer.
You keep saying that.  And then somebody says 'oh, yeah?   Where is my phone? '
Luke 6:45   ...A good man produces goodness from the good in his heart; an evil man produces evil out of his store of evil.   Each man speaks from his heart's abundance...

It is better to be fearless and cheerful than cheerless and fearful.

Uncle Rico

Quote from: tower912 on August 06, 2022, 01:17:22 PM
You keep saying that.  And then somebody says 'oh, yeah?   Where is my phone? '

This one is *chef's kisses*
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