It's put up or shut up time for Kawhi.

[ClipperRevival]

Last year entering the playoffs, Kawhi was riding a lot of momentum. Coming off FMVP and having the rep as being super clutch. And then the Denver series happened. He choked big time.

This year, he never seemed to get into a groove. I don't care what the numbers say. I never got the sense of dominance like in Toronto. It looks like the Denver series took his confidence. He's got a good enough squad to compete for a ring.

Which Kawhi will show up? Based on recency bias, you have to lean more towards this year's version. It's put up or shut up time.

[Axe]

Welcome back op :pimp:

[And1AllDay]

Welcome back op :pimp:

:oldlol:its 3baLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLl

[ClipperRevival]

Welcome back op :pimp:

Thanks. Been away for a while but came back lurking due to the excitement of the playoffs. Didn't miss much. Same old MJ/LeBron sh*t, different day. :roll:

[HBK_Kliq_2]

He averaged 25PPG on 51\40\89 shooting splits with a 126 offensive rating. The clippers had a 123 offensive and held teams to a 110 offense when he was on the court. Alltime great season in my opinion. It wasn't his fault that Lou\Harrell\George shit their pants last year in the bubble.

A lot of it will come down to if Paul George can be consistent, the good thing is that Kawhi\George have taken the next step in their chemistry and impact together this season.

Kawhi\George this season - +17.8 in 1027:29 minutes

Kawhi\George last season - +12.6 in 891:29 minutes

On top of that, you had Beverly get injured in the playoffs and trash ass Shamet starting at point guard. Now they got Beverly healthy and playoff Rondo. Jamichael Green's slow release and slow footed ass is replaced with Batum, Harrell's retard undersized ass is replaced with Ibaka. So not just Kawhi\George but from top to bottom, they just seem like a way better team this season.

[Stanley Kobrick]

kawhi had one good playoff run and people were claiming he was cut from the same cloth as jordan because he took midrange shots. i've never seen a player get so overhyped from a single playoff run, out east, one that was 1 bounce away from getting an exit to ben simmons

[ClipperRevival]

:oldlol:its 3baLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLl

Hi Wheels! :party:

[HBK_Kliq_2]

kawhi had one good playoff run and people were claiming he was cut from the same cloth as jordan because he took midrange shots. i've never seen a player get so overhyped from a single playoff run, out east, one that was 1 bounce away from getting an ECF exit to ben simmons

Out east? Lol i guess you can take away 95% of LeBron career then. He also played a super team with butler/embiid as the superstar duo, which was a tougher east team then LeBron ever faced.

[ClipperRevival]

He averaged 25PPG on 51\40\89 shooting splits with a 126 offensive rating. The clippers had a 123 offensive and held teams to a 110 offense when he was on the court. Alltime great season in my opinion. It wasn't his fault that Lou\Harrell\George shit their pants last year in the bubble.

A lot of it will come down to if Paul George can be consistent, the good thing is that Kawhi\George have taken the next step in their chemistry and impact together this season.

Kawhi\George this season - +17.8 in 1027:29 minutes

Kawhi\George last season - +12.6 in 891:29 minutes

On top of that, you had Beverly get injured in the playoffs and trash ass Shamet starting at point guard. Now they got Beverly healthy and playoff Rondo. Jamichael Green's slow release and slow footed ass is replaced with Batum, Harrell's retard undersized ass is replaced with Ibaka. So not just Kawhi\George but from top to bottom, they just seem like a way better team this season.

His stats seem nice but I never got the sense of dominance this year. And he absolutely choked big time in game 7. BIG TIME!

I am a big fan of him but if he plays like this year's level, that's not good enough IMO. He has to play Toronto Kawhi level.

[And1AllDay]

Thanks. Been away for a while but came back lurking due to the excitement of the playoffs. Didn't miss much. Same old MJ/LeBron sh*t, different day. :roll:

hi 3ball how r u

[And1AllDay]

Hi Wheels! :party:

who dont know clipper revival is 3ball? sheesh yall just dont know but ive been here since 10 years ago so i know

[HBK_Kliq_2]

His stats seem nice but I never got the sense of dominance this year. And he absolutely choked big time in game 7. BIG TIME!

I am a big fan of him but if he plays like this year's level, that's not good enough IMO. He has to play Toronto Kawhi level.

He's always dominant, this is his 7th season as the leader of VORP on a top 3 SRS team. Can't think of anybody else who has done that.

Jokic only scored 2 more points then him in game 7 though

[And1AllDay]

He's always dominant, this is his 7th season as the leader of VORP on a top 3 SRS team. Can't think of anybody else who has done that.

Jokic only scored 2 more points then him in game 7 though

this boi tallying up those tim duncan seasons :oldlol: nah lil homie, those are credit for timmy being top 3 srs :oldlol:

nice try

[ClipperRevival]

who dont know clipper revival is 3ball? sheesh yall just dont know but ive been here since 10 years ago so i know

Keep thinking I'm 3ball babyboi. You would be only wasting your time. :oldlol:

[HBK_Kliq_2]

this boi tallying up those tim duncan seasons :oldlol: nah lil homie, those are credit for timmy being top 3 srs :oldlol:

nice try

If Duncan led them in VORP, I would of gave him the credit. Duncan's old ass was busy taking 1st round exits prior to drafting kawhi (2011).

[ClipperRevival]

He's always dominant, this is his 7th season as the leader of VORP on a top 3 SRS team. Can't think of anybody else who has done that.

Jokic only scored 2 more points then him in game 7 though

I'm really hoping we see 2019 version of Kawhi. If so, Clips have a chance against anyone IMO. That difference in level between 2019 and this year's Kawhi is big, regardless of the numbers. Ibaka missed so many games, he'll be huge. Hopefully, playoff Rondo stays to form and Pat Bev is healthy and is a big factor with his on the ball D and hustle. PG needs to show up.

This team has enough legit talent to win it all but it all comes down to Kawhi. And they match up well against the Nets because both play small ball and we have 3 of the best perimeter defenders in the game to try to contain their big 3.

[LukeWalton]

to be fair, Kawhi doesn't talk so he's already shut up.
he just needs to put up

[Axe]

Thanks. Been away for a while but came back lurking due to the excitement of the playoffs. Didn't miss much. Same old MJ/LeBron sh*t, different day. :roll:
:cheers:

[Axe]

Out east? Lol i guess you can take away 95% of LeBron career then. He also played a super team with butler/embiid as the superstar duo, which was a tougher east team then LeBron ever faced.
You mean the so-called warriors of the east with no east finals berths nor 55-win seasons in the last five years? Interesting.

[HBK_Kliq_2]

You mean the so-called warriors of the east with no east finals berths nor 55-win seasons in the last five years? Interesting.

Butler was there and that was the difference. The trio of Ben Simmons butler and embiid is like if you went back to the year 2001 and put Jason Kidd, Kobe, Shaq all on 1 team and beat them with a bunch of scrubs? That's what kawhi did

[HBK_Kliq_2]

I'm really hoping we see 2019 version of Kawhi. If so, Clips have a chance against anyone IMO. That difference in level between 2019 and this year's Kawhi is big, regardless of the numbers. Ibaka missed so many games, he'll be huge. Hopefully, playoff Rondo stays to form and Pat Bev is healthy and is a big factor with his on the ball D and hustle. PG needs to show up.

This team has enough legit talent to win it all but it all comes down to Kawhi. And they match up well against the Nets because both play small ball and we have 3 of the best perimeter defenders in the game to try to contain their big 3.

Kawhi in 1st round 2020 vs mavs averaged 33 points 10 rebounds 5 assists and 64% TS and 58% eFG

He just got tired of living in that damn bubble

[FKAri]

I don't think he simply "choked" last season. I think his health does not allow him to really go hard the way a long grueling series in the playoffs requires. In the regular season he can coast along and only turn it up for moments. But vs a young, hungry team in the playoffs his team is expecting 40 minutes of elite play on both sides from him. He doesn't have it in him.

[HBK_Kliq_2]

I don't think he simply "choked" last season. I think his health does not allow him to really go hard the way a long grueling series in the playoffs requires. In the regular season he can coast along and only turn it up for moments. But vs a young, hungry team in the playoffs his team is expecting 40 minutes of elite play on both sides from him. He doesn't have it in him.

Are you crazy? He just had the GOAT run in 2019 and even 2020 bubble he put up goat level numbers and he hated living in the bubble.

[SATAN]

https://www.presstelegram.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/GettyImages-1180338926-1.jpg?w=620

:oldlol:

[2much_knowledge]

Its time for PG to step up more than anything. Hes the one who has reallyyyyyy something to prove

[HBK_Kliq_2]

https://www.presstelegram.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/GettyImages-1180338926-1.jpg?w=620

:oldlol:

GmSc for that series:

Kawhi - 20.8

Jokic - 19.9

[HBK_Kliq_2]

Its time for PG to step up more than anything. Hes the one who has reallyyyyyy something to prove

yeah don't worry about it man, clippers will finish mavs off 4-0 or 4-1. They have a better supporting cast for Kawhi this season

[Uncle Drew]

Oh wow, a grand return from a hiatus. Did #4 hit you that hard?

[Spurs m8]

Yeah I hate Kawhi now, but let's be honest...its time for PG to step up.

He talked himself up so much when he resigned last off season...he's also fvcking idiot, so let's see him not fail when it matters for once

[Axe]

Butler was there and that was the difference. The trio of Ben Simmons butler and embiid is like if you went back to the year 2001 and put Jason Kidd, Kobe, Shaq all on 1 team and beat them with a bunch of scrubs? That's what kawhi did
Sure, a bunch of scrubs capable of winning at least 50 games in the rs without your hero and one that put up a good fight in the 2020 ecsf after being down 0-2. Whereas the stacked eastern warriors that lost butler to the heat got swept in the first round by the same team that they faced in the bubble. But yea keep lying to us some more, you freak of a neanderthal.

[2much_knowledge]

yeah don't worry about it man, clippers will finish mavs off 4-0 or 4-1. They have a better supporting cast for Kawhi this season

Not worried about the Mavs. Im concerned of round 2 and later. They have the personal and capacity to win it all for real. Its just a matter of can they play their game

[Phoenix]

Hey HBK Klit, Kobes 2001 finals vs Shaqs whenever you ready bitch.

[Joey Turnbuckle]

I don't know what he was thinking either. Craig is really screwed up. There is always tomorrow though. Just keep your pants on, and don't let Craig get you drunk on Peach schnapps so he can sweet talk you into f*cking that hairy butthole of yours. You got this dawg! Woof woof

[8Ball]

Yeah I hate Kawhi now, but let's be honest...its time for PG to step up.

He talked himself up so much when he resigned last off season...he's also fvcking idiot, so let's see him not fail when it matters for once

Kawhi can still join the Lakers this off season. Good chance he does so.

We would welcome him with open arms.

[Jasper]

Last year entering the playoffs, Kawhi was riding a lot of momentum. Coming off FMVP and having the rep as being super clutch. And then the Denver series happened. He choked big time.

This year, he never seemed to get into a groove. I don't care what the numbers say. I never got the sense of dominance like in Toronto. It looks like the Denver series took his confidence. He's got a good enough squad to compete for a ring.

Which Kawhi will show up? Based on recency bias, you have to lean more towards this year's version. It's put up or shut up time.

quite frankly he will have to prove me wrong , but a super star that owns each and ever game he walks on the floor and plays , I think he is washed up..
The hip issue he has probably worse than the Clips as well as him state.
I remember when he played for Toronto and he walked up the court several times and was like last option.

[fsvr54]

kawhi had one good playoff run and people were claiming he was cut from the same cloth as jordan because he took midrange shots. i've never seen a player get so overhyped from a single playoff run, out east, one that was 1 bounce away from getting an exit to ben simmons

Yeah cause the year he destroyed the Grizzlies and was destroying the Warriors wasn't a good playoff run.

[Stanley Kobrick]

Yeah cause the year he destroyed the Grizzlies and was destroying the Warriors wasn't a good playoff run.
exactly, we don't even know what year it was. it was just "the year" when the 1st-2nd round grizzlies thing happened and those 2 quarters vs the warriors. prior to Toronto that was kawhi's entire 5 year playoff resume since 2014

[999Guy]

Last year entering the playoffs, Kawhi was riding a lot of momentum. Coming off FMVP and having the rep as being super clutch. And then the Denver series happened. He choked big time.

This year, he never seemed to get into a groove. I don't care what the numbers say. I never got the sense of dominance like in Toronto. It looks like the Denver series took his confidence. He's got a good enough squad to compete for a ring.

Which Kawhi will show up? Based on recency bias, you have to lean more towards this year's version. It's put up or shut up time.
Lol sense of dominance like in Toronto.

That team went 17-5 without him because in the regular season he did absolute shit on high effort plays, AND did no playmaking. He was like peak Carmelo or some shit in the regular season.

He was a far worse player, with far less responsibility because of how little effort he gave. Kawhi has busted his ass for the Clippers in both seasons.


This is classic underrating a guy because of a loaded league and conference. The exact. Same. Thing. Happened to Chris Paul his last 3 Clippers years. Stop being dumb. It’s a stacked conference, nobody is truly gonna stand out as a dominant conference strangling player.

[Gohan]

hey hbk klit, kobes 2001 finals vs shaqs whenever you ready bitch.

iverson is the only one that defeated them. Top 10 player everrrrrr!!!!

[ArbitraryWater]

Lol sense of dominance like in Toronto.

That team went 17-5 without him because in the regular season he did absolute shit on high effort plays, AND did no playmaking. He was like peak Carmelo or some shit in the regular season.

He was a far worse player, with far less responsibility because of how little effort he gave. Kawhi has busted his ass for the Clippers in both seasons.


This is classic underrating a guy because of a loaded league and conference. The exact. Same. Thing. Happened to Chris Paul his last 3 Clippers years. Stop being dumb. It’s a stacked conference, nobody is truly gonna stand out as a dominant conference strangling player.


This.

[Manny98]

OP finally coming out of his rathole after 7 months :roll:

[kawhileonard2]

Kawhi is the best player in the league still.

[ArbitraryWater]

Kawhi might bounce after another failure of his

could be 1-2 in playoff series' at LAC lmao

[ArbitraryWater]

will Kawhi put up or shut up?

[rmt]

will Kawhi put up or shut up?

will Kawhi put up or his stans (especially HBK_Kliq_2) shut up?

[ClipperRevival]

In response to my OP post, it looks like my fears are correct. We are seeing a lesser version of Kawhi and not the BITW type version of Raptors Kawhi. I don't care what the numbers say, he isn't impacting the W column. Right now, he's a guy who can get his but doesn't make his teammates better. He was better in setting teammates up in Toronto.

And his D has fell off. If he TRULY is one of the best perimeter defenders ever, he should be able to slow down/contain Luka but he can't. His D hasn't been top tier for a couple of years now.

Kawhi's rep has really fell off. He was arguably BITW heading into last year's playoffs. But if he gets bounced 1st round, it will be a huge legacy degrader. Clips are the better team. They should win this series on paper. The fact that they have so many perimeter defenders and can't slow down Luka is a terrible look. Coaching is to blame too. Have to throw well timed doubles at times. Always thought Ty Lue didn't have the brains to be a playoff adjusting type coach.

[ClipperRevival]

Just incredibly disappointed in this Clips team. On paper, they should be a dominant team close to the level of the Nets. It starts with "the man" and that's Kawhi. He isn't elevating anyone. Never had belief in PG. There is just something missing with this team. It's just not clicking and never really did all season.

[ArbitraryWater]

Just incredibly disappointed in this Clips team. On paper, they should be a dominant team close to the level of the Nets. It starts with "the man" and that's Kawhi. He isn't elevating anyone. Never had belief in PG. There is just something missing with this team. It's just not clicking and never really did all season.

Truth.

Its just not coming to fruition for them.

Early in the season they blew teams out and I was certain they were on a revenge tour...

but then, they didnt bother to try that hard for 72 games, took their foot off the gas pedal, and lost all the mojo....

you dont do that.

There isnt an on/off switch you can press.

Dont let go off momentum.

Only Nets can do that (9 games together and will sweep the playoffs. unfair construction).

[Jasper]

kawhi had one good playoff run and people were claiming he was cut from the same cloth as jordan because he took midrange shots. i've never seen a player get so overhyped from a single playoff run, out east, one that was 1 bounce away from getting an exit to ben simmons

I'll add if he is as great as some ISH posters think , he will win the next 4 games.
(doubt it)

[tpols]

He's putting up 34 ppg on 140 ORTG. And guarding the best player on the opposing team who has been nowhere near efficient as him. I don't think you quite understand how dominant that production is. Its not his fault Mav's role players are shooting 70% from 3.

I swear he could drop 50 ppg on 100% shooting and if they lost you'd blame him.

[8Ball]

This is why LeBron > Jordan and Luka > Kawhi.

The eye test shows it. Luka can impact the game many more ways than Kawhi can.

[ArbitraryWater]

He's putting up 34 ppg on 140 ORTG. And guarding the best player on the opposing team who has been nowhere near efficient as him. I don't think you quite understand how dominant that production is. Its not his fault Mav's role players are shooting 70% from 3.

I swear he could drop 50 ppg on 100% shooting and if they lost you'd blame him.


empty stats, it seems like

[tontoz]

Watching the last game Kawhi was doubled a few times in the 2nd half. Dallas wanted to make the other guys beat them after Kawhi torched them for 30 in the first half.

Remember that the Clippers were leading at the half.

[tpols]

empty stats, it seems like

Empty stats in a close game? Good one.

If Kawhi produced on 120 ORTG, which is still very elite, they'd have lost by double digits instead of 6. If Tim Hardaway and Kleber shoot 45% from 3 instead of 70%, Clippers easily win. I dont think you quite understand this is a team game.

If Kawhi was playing like shit id be 100% on your side.

[ClipperRevival]

He's putting up 34 ppg on 140 ORTG. And guarding the best player on the opposing team who has been nowhere near efficient as him. I don't think you quite understand how dominant that production is. Its not his fault Mav's role players are shooting 70% from 3.

I swear he could drop 50 ppg on 100% shooting and if they lost you'd blame him.

I get where you're coming from. When the stat line looks great, it's hard to blame that player.

But at the same time, you can put up empty stats sometimes, like being able to get yours without elevating teammates. Also, his rep as an GOAT tier defender is no longer holding up because Luka is giving it to them hard. He should be able to slow him down. He also has PG and Pat Bev to assist. Coaching is also to blame too obviously. Lue has to throw some hard doubles and mix it up. But still, TERRIBLE look for Kawhi's D rep.

I am a big Kawhi fan. I want nothing more than a Clips chip. But Kawhi isn't as good as his numbers suggest so far IMO. You play to win.

[warriorfan]

I get where you're coming from. When the stat line looks great, it's hard to blame that player.

But at the same time, you can put up empty stats sometimes, like being able to get yours without elevating teammates. Also, his rep as an GOAT tier defender is no longer holding up because Luka is giving it to them hard. He should be able to slow him down. He also has PG and Pat Bev to assist. Coaching is also to blame too obviously. Lue has to throw some hard doubles and mix it up. But still, TERRIBLE look for Kawhi's D rep.

I am a big Kawhi fan. I want nothing more than a Clips chip. But Kawhi isn't as good as his numbers suggest so far IMO. You play to win.

Thanks 3ball.

[ClipperRevival]

Thanks 3ball.

You're welcome Durthickemz

[mehyaM24]

I get where you're coming from. When the stat line looks great, it's hard to blame that player.

But at the same time, you can put up empty stats sometimes, like being able to get yours without elevating teammates. Also, his rep as an GOAT tier defender is no longer holding up because Luka is giving it to them hard. He should be able to slow him down. He also has PG and Pat Bev to assist. Coaching is also to blame too obviously. Lue has to throw some hard doubles and mix it up. But still, TERRIBLE look for Kawhi's D rep.

I am a big Kawhi fan. I want nothing more than a Clips chip. But Kawhi isn't as good as his numbers suggest so far IMO. You play to win.

right. we know that kawhi put up big numbers, but what good are they when luka & co are also dominating? luka's shooting 50 percent from the field and 42 from three. kawhi's gotta set the tone, and start playing lockdown defense. the clippers problem isn't scoring lol.

[Axe]

This is why LeBron > Jordan and Luka > Kawhi.

The eye test shows it. Luka can impact the game many more ways than Kawhi can.
I agree but let's not forget that luka has to prove it first by winning a playoff series, let alone lead his team to the finals.

[Axe]

You're welcome Durthickemz
:milton

[ArbitraryWater]

Empty stats in a close game? Good one.

If Kawhi produced on 120 ORTG, which is still very elite, they'd have lost by double digits instead of 6. If Tim Hardaway and Kleber shoot 45% from 3 instead of 70%, Clippers easily win. I dont think you quite understand this is a team game.

If Kawhi was playing like shit id be 100% on your side.


his stats dont seem to translate, it seems like

[tpols]

I get where you're coming from. When the stat line looks great, it's hard to blame that player.

But at the same time, you can put up empty stats sometimes, like being able to get yours without elevating teammates. Also, his rep as an GOAT tier defender is no longer holding up because Luka is giving it to them hard. He should be able to slow him down. He also has PG and Pat Bev to assist. Coaching is also to blame too obviously. Lue has to throw some hard doubles and mix it up. But still, TERRIBLE look for Kawhi's D rep.

I am a big Kawhi fan. I want nothing more than a Clips chip. But Kawhi isn't as good as his numbers suggest so far IMO. You play to win.

Kawhi has played solid defense on Luka. Even on that one rainbow shot on the iso possesion, that was perfect defense. Nothing he couldve done there.

Here's the thing. Carlisle is scheming ways to get Kawhi or George off him and Beverly on him. Because they know Luka can bury little pat. This is a coaching problem. You don't defend Luka with one player. Your traps, and switches, and jumps need to be all schemed well or you'll get eaten alive. Kawhi isn't the coach or defensive coordinator. If his defensive help on the PnR falters, or there's no help there after... there's nothing he can do. You're blaming him for coaching errors.

He's putting up peak MJ production. I've seen him kick it to guys for 3s... elevating his teammates so to speak... and the guys brick the shots. I understand the fella isn't the most vocal or charismatic leader, but neither were guys like Dirk or Duncan. And their teams went bonkers from 3.

[ImKobe]

his stats dont seem to translate, it seems like

They're really misleading at times. He had 41, but most of the damage was done in the 1st half, he only had 3 FGA and 7 points in the 4th quarter, George had led the team in scoring and shot attempts in both 4th quarters. Luka gets the switch far too easily when George/Kawhi are on him, not sure why they're just willing to give Luka an easier match-up almost every time. It's last year all over again.

[ClipperRevival]

Time for me to eat crow. 2019 Kawhi showed up. Absolutely dominant on both ends. Played aggressive from the get go, getting his but also setting teammates up and also dominating defensively too. Think he had 3 blocks in the first 6 minutes. This is the Kawhi that can claim to be in the running for BITW. :applause:

This Clips team tonight might give the Nets a run for their money. They shrank the court tonight with their athleticism and speed.

[Honor Boost]

He put up and now the league will shut up when he sinks in with a 3rd ring and 3rd Final MVP trophy

[ClipperRevival]

He put up and now the league will shut up when he sinks in with a 3rd ring and 3rd Final MVP trophy

Right you are, I hope.

[coastalmarker99]

Right you are, I hope.

I am interested in what made you a clippers fan Clipper Revival

[ClipperRevival]

I am interested in what made you a clippers fan Clipper Revival

Been living in Los Angeles since 1982, so home team.

[coastalmarker99]

Been living in Los Angeles since 1982, so home team.


Ok that's good to know but why the Clippers instead of the Lakers as the Clippers were a garbage team for most of their history before the lob city era.

[ClipperRevival]

Ok that's good to know but why the Clippers instead of the Lakers as the Clippers were a garbage team for most of their history before the lob city era.

Kind of a weird story but I am a die hard Laker fan. Always have been. Used to listen to Chick Hearn on the radio during the Showtime Lakers days when the games weren't on TV. But honestly, I can't root for the Lakers right now due to LeBron. He's just a hired mercenary to me. Once he retires, I will root for the team again.

I didn't start rooting for the Clips until we got Blake/CP3/DJ in 2010. But I always wanted them to do well as they are still hometeam but I am a Laker fan at heart. I know kind of weird. LOL.

[2much_knowledge]

Im a PG guy but Leonard has really switched gears. When it matters

[coastalmarker99]

Kind of a weird story but I am a die hard Laker fan. Always have been. Used to listen to Chick Hearn on the radio during the Showtime Lakers days when the games weren't on TV. But honestly, I can't root for the Lakers right now due to LeBron. He's just a hired mercenary to me. Once he retires, I will root for the team again.

I didn't start rooting for the Clips until we got Blake/CP3/DJ in 2010. But I always wanted them to do well as they are still hometeam but I am a Laker fan at heart. I know kind of weird. LOL.



Personally, I would like the Clippers even as a Lakers fan to win a title as I think that their fanbase deserves to be happy at least once after dealing with decades of bad teams and sometimes chokes in the postseason.

[Axe]

Kind of a weird story but I am a die hard Laker fan. Always have been. Used to listen to Chick Hearn on the radio during the Showtime Lakers days when the games weren't on TV. But honestly, I can't root for the Lakers right now due to LeBron. He's just a hired mercenary to me. Once he retires, I will root for the team again.

I didn't start rooting for the Clips until we got Blake/CP3/DJ in 2010. But I always wanted them to do well as they are still hometeam but I am a Laker fan at heart. I know kind of weird. LOL.
Rofl i guess this was why you went away from this board for a long time

[n00bie]

Put up or shut up? Dude doesnt even talk.

[ArbitraryWater]

Put up or shut up? Dude doesnt even talk.

its a metaphor, they arent literally putting up something.

[mehyaM24]

its a metaphor, they arent literally putting up something.

huh? kawhi is literally putting up great numbers. if anything, kawhi hasn't bragged or guaranteed anything.

[n00bie]

its a metaphor, they arent literally putting up something.

Nope. "Put Up or Shut Up" is usually used for individuals who don't perform but love to trash talk. Literally the opposite of Kawhi.