Ron Artest
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I was slow to warm to Doug Christe and the guy won me over in due time w/ his tenacity. It feels like the same and more w/ Ron Artest. The guy grows on you because of how FIERCELY competitive he is. And it IS contagious. He's got this whole organization turned around.
I loved what got said in the post game. He was pissed that Kobe got those garbage points to end the game. Even after the game was won he was still pissed that he handn't completely shut Kobe down. That is something that commands my respect.
More than that right after the game he goes into the tunnel and high fives every King going back into the locker room. Never in my wildest imagination did i think the Kings could land one player that could effectively torch the whole club.
Kings not only needed someone to fit in, they needed this kind of leadership.
Things are definitely lookin up in Sacramento.
I loved what got said in the post game. He was pissed that Kobe got those garbage points to end the game. Even after the game was won he was still pissed that he handn't completely shut Kobe down. That is something that commands my respect.
More than that right after the game he goes into the tunnel and high fives every King going back into the locker room. Never in my wildest imagination did i think the Kings could land one player that could effectively torch the whole club.
Kings not only needed someone to fit in, they needed this kind of leadership.
Things are definitely lookin up in Sacramento.
u know....i remember a time a couple of months ago when i was absolutely pulverized by some on here, where ron artest was concerned....some of the same people that are now praising him and lauding their love for him were blasting both him and my obvious stupidity for liking the player so much....
im not into "i told u so".....in fact quite the opposite....i just love the fact that ron is in a situation where he is truly given the support and opportunity to show all that hes capable of and is having such a dramatic impact on a team...and as ive said before, there probably wasnt a more deserving fan base....
and tonite was a basketball nirvana....seeing ron play that kind of game-to me-is as good as it gets on the basketball court...simply a dominant impact on both ends...and then to see all the kings fans-especially those that spoke so disparagingly about ron-express such appreciation for his game....well it simply doesnt get any better than that....
and who knows....brick might even give him a B+ for tonites effort...
as for all those critics and naysayers from a couple months ago...i have only one thing to say:
"any questions????"
im not into "i told u so".....in fact quite the opposite....i just love the fact that ron is in a situation where he is truly given the support and opportunity to show all that hes capable of and is having such a dramatic impact on a team...and as ive said before, there probably wasnt a more deserving fan base....
and tonite was a basketball nirvana....seeing ron play that kind of game-to me-is as good as it gets on the basketball court...simply a dominant impact on both ends...and then to see all the kings fans-especially those that spoke so disparagingly about ron-express such appreciation for his game....well it simply doesnt get any better than that....
and who knows....brick might even give him a B+ for tonites effort...
as for all those critics and naysayers from a couple months ago...i have only one thing to say:
"any questions????"
Taz, I'll be the first to admit that I had STRONG doubts about Artest. Many of us did. However, you must admit that since the first time he took the floor in a King's jersey, he has been welcomed with open arms!!! I am VERY glad to say that I was WRONG!!! My like for him is quickly turning to love!!
foretaz said:
u know....i remember a time a couple of months ago when i was absolutely pulverized by some on here, where ron artest was concerned....some of the same people that are now praising him and lauding their love for him were blasting both him and my obvious stupidity for liking the player so much....
im not into "i told u so".....in fact quite the opposite....i just love the fact that ron is in a situation where he is truly given the support and opportunity to show all that hes capable of and is having such a dramatic impact on a team...and as ive said before, there probably wasnt a more deserving fan base....
and tonite was a basketball nirvana....seeing ron play that kind of game-to me-is as good as it gets on the basketball court...simply a dominant impact on both ends...and then to see all the kings fans-especially those that spoke so disparagingly about ron-express such appreciation for his game....well it simply doesnt get any better than that....
and who knows....brick might even give him a B+ for tonites effort...
as for all those critics and naysayers from a couple months ago...i have only one thing to say:
"any questions????"
im not into "i told u so".....in fact quite the opposite....i just love the fact that ron is in a situation where he is truly given the support and opportunity to show all that hes capable of and is having such a dramatic impact on a team...and as ive said before, there probably wasnt a more deserving fan base....
and tonite was a basketball nirvana....seeing ron play that kind of game-to me-is as good as it gets on the basketball court...simply a dominant impact on both ends...and then to see all the kings fans-especially those that spoke so disparagingly about ron-express such appreciation for his game....well it simply doesnt get any better than that....
and who knows....brick might even give him a B+ for tonites effort...
as for all those critics and naysayers from a couple months ago...i have only one thing to say:
"any questions????"
kennadog said:
I said elsewhere that I'm wondering if she is totally snowed in with over a foot in the last 24 hours. And lots of areas up there are having power outtages. Its possible she missed this game totally!
foretaz said:
u know....i remember a time a couple of months ago when i was absolutely pulverized by some on here, where ron artest was concerned....some of the same people that are now praising him and lauding their love for him were blasting both him and my obvious stupidity for liking the player so much....
im not into "i told u so".....in fact quite the opposite....i just love the fact that ron is in a situation where he is truly given the support and opportunity to show all that hes capable of and is having such a dramatic impact on a team...and as ive said before, there probably wasnt a more deserving fan base....
and tonite was a basketball nirvana....seeing ron play that kind of game-to me-is as good as it gets on the basketball court...simply a dominant impact on both ends...and then to see all the kings fans-especially those that spoke so disparagingly about ron-express such appreciation for his game....well it simply doesnt get any better than that....
and who knows....brick might even give him a B+ for tonites effort...
as for all those critics and naysayers from a couple months ago...i have only one thing to say:
"any questions????"
im not into "i told u so".....in fact quite the opposite....i just love the fact that ron is in a situation where he is truly given the support and opportunity to show all that hes capable of and is having such a dramatic impact on a team...and as ive said before, there probably wasnt a more deserving fan base....
and tonite was a basketball nirvana....seeing ron play that kind of game-to me-is as good as it gets on the basketball court...simply a dominant impact on both ends...and then to see all the kings fans-especially those that spoke so disparagingly about ron-express such appreciation for his game....well it simply doesnt get any better than that....
and who knows....brick might even give him a B+ for tonites effort...
as for all those critics and naysayers from a couple months ago...i have only one thing to say:
"any questions????"
I too had very strong doubts about Ron, too, Taz. It was never personal and once the deal was done, I gave Ron a clean slate. I want him to succeed, because I love the Kings and want them to win and somedat get that ring. So far it is working brilliantly and we have seen nothing but the best of Ron. I sincerely hope that is all we ever see. But as I said above, I may hold my breathe for a long time.
EDIT: Forgot to add that I always knew he was a great player and have always loved watching his intensity and determination.
EDIT: Forgot to add that I always knew he was a great player and have always loved watching his intensity and determination.
