If Phil could get Rodman to cooperate, then he can get anyone to cooperate LOL he was the master at getting egos in check

Yeah Jackson definitely managed egos very well but he kind of caused some of those issues

He admitted using the strategy of putting them against each other to compete

Also wrote negative things about Kobe in his book before he returned

But hey, I can’t argue the results, he got the job done and so did they lol

Shaq definitely had teammates he bullied or had beef against but as a whole he was very well liked by most of his former teammates. It’s the main reason why he got away with some of the shit he did.

Shaq at least seems like charismatic bully who is liked by most but a mega dick to a few and gets away with it, as opposed to antisocial and unrelatable as possible descriptors for Kobe

Paul Shirley mentioned in his book “Can I Keep My Jersey” that Kobe was a massive shithead to him, while Shaq went out of his way to make sure Shirley felt like part of the team.

I mean you can say the same for Jordan if you gonna try and paint Kobe in a negative light.

Love the history

Shimmy shimmy

what

This is the kind of analysis I expect from Top 1% commenters on r/nba lmao

Kevin Durant at 37 years old is averaging 26 ppg on 51 41 88 splits playing 36 mpg and has only missed 3 games. You have rocks in your brain if you think he’s washed. After his injury he adjusted how he plays slightly but was pretty much as effective and efficient as ever. Intangibles are a different story. Sengun is still a really good player but i think the Jokic comparisons were way overboard. If Fred was healthy running point the Rockets would be a complete team. I still can’t believe they stood pat at the deadline.

That’s not a fruedian slip, that is being cognitive of people like the people on this reddit sub who knows if he didn’t mention KD would take it as a shot.

Seems like he was naming their young core that was drafted there and been there together. Kd is the Vet that joined this offseason so he just didn’t think of him initially.

Tari said “even K”, btw.

Definitely

Critical Headshots

One might even say a hesi jimbo

Sengun isn’t even good enough to act carry himself how he does. They were first round exits before kd and they will be the same after.

Kd is washed up. But big deal he’s old and tore his achilles.

Houston has a bunch of young, immature big heads who walk around like they are the showtime lakers.

The fact that it’s genuine and true is what makes shots great

Brother, this is r/nba, if there is any opportunity to shit on the Rockets or KD theyre gonna take that narritive and sprint with it.

you gotta have homer goggle to not think so

Or understand that English isn’t his first language. i don’t think he was thinking about the KD files at all in this clip. Just trying to convey that they are a team who are open to discussing criticism as a group, as opposed to other options.

What were the locker room issues w the Nets and Suns?

sorry for the severe case of amnesia you must have developed in order to post that comment while forgetting that you’re a fan of the god damn wizards bruh

That’s fine if you’re not toxic as shit.

We don’t really get on kawhi’s ass for not being a leader—I mean some do I guess but most of us get it.

There is when you need validation of random bums online cos you’re insecure.

Kd clearly has a problem

KD is a bus rider not a bus driver

yes, they literally do. especially someone with his resources and background.

Being a good follower still requires leadership skills tbh. You need to understand when to step aside. Kd cant do that. He’s not a good follower. He’s just an elite scorer and bad teammate 

Being a good follower is a leadership skill tbh. You need to understand when to step aside and let others lead. People who cant do that are generally poor leaders. Kd cant do that. He’s not a good follower or good leader. He’s just an elite scorer and bad teammate 

what other narrative could there possibly be? going to the Warriors is still a baffling move to this day lmao

Lol

Wish more ppl thought like this. I dont get how ppl hear this and are still saying “theyre taking shots at kd”. If anyone has paid attention to them all year Bari & Reed are basically his understudies , KD moved his locker next to taris to support him after he didn’t get the contract he wanted , him and Amen literally have a 20-30 min podcast playing 2k just kickin it , & there’s numerous pictures of KD taking the young core out on the road. Ofc when you lose games as bad as the Rockets have lost some to some teama they should be blowing out ofc ppl will be upset bc they’re competitors.

It’s true, KD’s actions show time and time again that he lacks major character

Don’t think many people in here can say… I think it’s not an unfair opinion to form with everything we’ve seen. If you disagree cool, maybe explain why.

Please stop talking like you watch our games

He could have asked a lot more in his contract yet settled for less. Nothing indicates he wont do it again. Say what you want about him and unrealistic expectations of the fan base (Turkish or otherwise) he himself never seems to believe he deserves to be treated like some untouchable franchise player with an ego that doesnt match his skill.

Huh? He already has

Look at the contracts. Alpi’s locked up in the mid 30 mil range for like 5 years or so. It’s a great team friendly deal for a guy who could be 2nd banana on a contender

He signed an extension for less than he could’ve fought for– took a team discount already because he wanted to build the team with the guys he’s grown up there with. Sengun’s not a perfect player and he’s definitely having a rough season, but he’s been a great teammate and team player for this organisation so far.

Oh someone absolutely will. He’s still way too good of a basketball player to there not be a handful of GM that can talk themselves in him being different with their team. He will probably be the Giannis consolation prize for someone.

Absolutely. The people who are saying he’s toxic are exaggerating. He’s not a leader and he’s no longer MVP KD, but he’s still elite offensively, competent defensively, and can literally fit into any team’s system. Obviously the price would not be high, but if the vibes after the playoffs are truly putrid, then I could see the Rockets moving him for 1-2 firsts depending on what salary is included on the other side.

The teams that would want him would be trying to win now, have an established strong culture with a leader in place, but need just a little more offensive juice, or have salary cap concerns. The Pistons are the most obvious choice, but they might have a hard time packaging salaries that work. The Knicks are another option as they may under-perform in the playoffs this year and want to get off KAT and/or Bridges. Perhaps Minnesota might decide they can’t get full value out of the Gobert, Randle, Naz trio. Finally, the Cavs are probably unlikely to want to get that old as they already have Harden, but the could decide Mobley and Allen is just not working as a pairing.

I think most likely KD sticks around in Houston and the Rockets front office hires an offensively minded associate head coach, but it would not be crazy if a trade did happen. Durant’s salary is only 44m next year and another FO convincing themselves that he puts them over the top for a relatively small cost would not be surprising at all.

I feel a team like the Knicks or Wolves might. It would have to be one that’s been knocking on the door of getting to the finals, thinking they just need one more star piece to put them over the top. It’ll be that desperation to do something now instead of being patient and strategic that’ll be their downfall.

They won’t win and it’ll just ruin the culture(s) they’ve built in the process.

Pistons could? I think KD has shown respect for Cade and I think Cades a strong enough leader to allow KD to hoop while buying in to the strong team chemistry and culture. Would be a really great fit on the court too as the offense needs a consistent scoring threat to take pressure off Cade and JD PnR game. Plus KDs defense is not bad either. Picturing Cade - Robinson - Ausar - KD - Duren. That’s a great 5.

Is he a better Robin than Scottie?

Little boy wants karma points and to hide behind your hidden profile you troll.