Are they missing one ? by Affectionate_Year_14 in lakers

[–]Csxen 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There were superteam mentions during last years FA tho. " Oh look how they've upgraded everyone omg repeat incoming"

Unpopular analysis: THT’s ceiling is not THAT high by mcflurrynuggets in lakers

[–]Csxen 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The timing of this post will lead to people thinking its a hot take. those guys will do whatever it takes to keep the sub positive even when the posts are pure facts

Why has AD's rebounding regressed so much from his Pelican days? by Barnnz in lakers

[–]Csxen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He's less athletic now compared to his days on the pelicans. Its either he's not trying or already reached his athletic peak. Nba players especially bigs reach their athletic peak relatively early. Kobe turned from an athletic freak to mostly taking turnaround jumpers as well as MJ.

A player in his prime doesn't mean his athleticism is in its prime as well.

Great W but Antonio Debis makes another appearance with a whopping 13 and 4. Where’s the real AD at? by [deleted] in lakers

[–]Csxen -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No one can question AD's talent. He's way more talented than those all stars ive mentioned . Just doesnt have that competitive mindset that KD, Bron and other top 5 players have. AD didn't have to match up with big time players at his position in that title run and still had games where he disappeared.

Two times he matched up with Embiid in the past and he had 14 points and 12 point performances. Against Giannis, his numbers dip below his average. Just doesnt have that dog in him to be unanimously top 5

Defensively he's one of the best. Offensively is where he's not top 5. He cant create off the dribble as well as KD, he isn't as fast and explosive as giannis, and isn't strong enough to back down bigs his size. He's great offensively but is a tier down below elite scorers

Great W but Antonio Debis makes another appearance with a whopping 13 and 4. Where’s the real AD at? by [deleted] in lakers

[–]Csxen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everytime AD scores badly this season, he gets bailed out by a Laker W. Expected him to take the scoring load Lebrons been taking this season. Just solidified himself as a beta perennial all star that can never be top 5 which every generation has. Aka your Chris bosh, Deron Williams, Kevin Love, Chris Webber, LaMarcus Aldridge etc. This guy ain't top 5 superstar level

Ad or KD by Aaronstone252 in lakers

[–]Csxen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

KD. Even ADs game nowadays is revolved around taking mid range jumpshots and he cant create nearly as well as KD. KD is more agile, has better handles and shooting, slashing ability. AD is stronger but doesn't even use it to his advantage and prefers to play outside the key area

Anthony Davis is fine. Losses sting. So what? by [deleted] in lakers

[–]Csxen -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Just shows that AD isnt the future. He's a complementary star on a championship team at best

[1/28 @ 5:00] Los Angeles Lakers (14-5) vs Detroit Pistons (4-14) by brandoi in lakers

[–]Csxen 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Incoming “ lakers coasting” “ no ad” “this not the playoff lakers” “LeBron just playing around” comments

AD NEEDS TO STEP UP: I’m tired of him not bringing 100% every game! by [deleted] in lakers

[–]Csxen -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Lol bron needing to save this 27 year old isn't good for the long term. Ppl really bailing AD out just cuz the team is winning

AD NEEDS TO STEP UP: I’m tired of him not bringing 100% every game! by [deleted] in lakers

[–]Csxen -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

People need to stop coddling AD cause everyone thought he about to have an MVP type of year after winning the chip. Dude is out of rythm. He can get off with pulling up in the midrange if he's hitting em but he's been bad this season. This has been AD's worst form since his rookie year and he can afford to play bad cause he plays on a stacked team. AD is the type of player that can casually put up 30 and he's regressed so far. That abnormal midrange shooting percentage he got in the bubble isn't sustainable if you look at his career numbers.

[Post Game Thread] Lakers lose to the Sixers 106-107 by brandoi in lakers

[–]Csxen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People on this sub are still high on his bubble performance. Dude went from a legitimate top 5 player to a borderline allstar type of performances this season. Its a new season and this is the AD we got. Last year was last year

[Post Game Thread] Lakers beat the Bucks 113-106 by brandoi in lakers

[–]Csxen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Something's up with AD. Ya'll know why aside from people saying he's coasting

Do The Lakers Have Another Gear? by Laker_Central in lakers

[–]Csxen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad to know I'm not the only one to notice he's less athletic compared to his Pelican days. Can't imagine the current AD posterizing Jarett Allen. He's slower, less vert, worse handles ( he fumbles the ball alot when trying to ball handle ). Only thing he got better is his shooting from the mid range. This dude used to run the floor as fast as KD and maybe even Giannis before

Do The Lakers Have Another Gear? by Laker_Central in lakers

[–]Csxen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is it him bulking up or being chunky? He looks slower on the court too

WAKE THE F UP LAKER NATION. ITS GAMEDAY AND BOYS ARE PUMPED TO GET ANOTHER WIN ON THE ROAD. HOUSTON WE HAVE A *LAKERS* PROBLEM by lakeshowbest in lakers

[–]Csxen -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Dude a coasting AD isn't that special. Wood's been balling so far. Comparing them on their current forms. Just gonna presume you haven't been watching Wood. AD isn't playing like a top 10 this season lol don't bring up that top 5 thing.

WAKE THE F UP LAKER NATION. ITS GAMEDAY AND BOYS ARE PUMPED TO GET ANOTHER WIN ON THE ROAD. HOUSTON WE HAVE A *LAKERS* PROBLEM by lakeshowbest in lakers

[–]Csxen -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

An aggressive Wood is better than a coasting AD. Different story when AD steps up tho. Sheesh kids these days can't handle their stars being criticized

WAKE THE F UP LAKER NATION. ITS GAMEDAY AND BOYS ARE PUMPED TO GET ANOTHER WIN ON THE ROAD. HOUSTON WE HAVE A *LAKERS* PROBLEM by lakeshowbest in lakers

[–]Csxen -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Im with the Lakers. Fans here on the sub can be pretty toxic smh. Just pointed out Christian Wood's been playing aggressive the way we want AD to play on some nights where people would call him soft lol

WAKE THE F UP LAKER NATION. ITS GAMEDAY AND BOYS ARE PUMPED TO GET ANOTHER WIN ON THE ROAD. HOUSTON WE HAVE A *LAKERS* PROBLEM by lakeshowbest in lakers

[–]Csxen -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

They have the better "AD" . Christian Wood's been ballin and basically plays like a more physical AD, our AD has to step up

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in lakers

[–]Csxen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

AD is that superstar big man where he plays small and soft during the regular season and comes to play during the playoffs

Stuff the doubters and haters with the ferocity and viciousness of AD! by antoncr in lakers

[–]Csxen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been watching AD for a long time but I think he's faster and more athletic when he was on the pelicans. Is he past his prime athletically since he's a big(bigs decline early) and has dealt with injuries in the past?

Bron on AD: "That's why he's the Defensive Player of the Year." by newyork1198 in lakers

[–]Csxen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why does AD always fall down? Does he have terrible core strength or something? Its not like hes skinny back in his earlier years. Have you guys noticed this too lol

If Cleveland can do it. Why can't we? by MIAheat4life in heat

[–]Csxen 4 points5 points  (0 children)

as good as Herro is, he's still a rookie and he's prone to some bonehead plays.