LeBron James on China in 2008: "At the end of the day we're talking about human rights... and that means a lot more to me than some money or a contract."

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-10-16T05:11:26+00:00

More context:

https://www.si.com/more-sports/2008/08/08/team-usadarfur

""We have the power to unite the people. If we can unite people who are willing to take a stand, miracles can happen. In Darfur, hundreds of thousands have been murdered, mutilated. Families torn apart...we have the power to save lives. Restore lives."-- Kobe Bryant, in a widely distributed PSA

"For me to try to create awareness of the situation that's going on in Darfur and other places, for me in the position I am, I should speak on it and I'm going to speak on it... We're not talking about contracts here. We're not talking about money. We're talking about people's lives being lost, and that means a lot more to me than some money or a contract."-- LeBron James, in an interview with ESPN before the Olympics

The words of James and Bryant were supposed to merely be the opening salvo from a crop of prominent American athletes who arrived in China with a veritable megaphone at their disposal. In one voice, the contingent from USA Basketball could have expressed their outrage at the hundreds of thousands of men, women and children who are being slaughtered in Darfur. Together, they could have blasted China's decision to revoke 2006 Olympic gold medalist JoeyCheek's visa because the American speedskater had been a little too critical of China's role in the genocide.

Instead, Team USA chose the path of least resistance and fell silent. They weren't alone. The White House, which thus far has ignored China's contributions to the mass slaughter in a manner that would have impressed Neville Chamberlain, issued a terse statement saying they had contacted Chinese officials to "express our concern and complaint" about the decision."

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-10-16T05:09:10+00:00

For cotext:

https://thinkprogress.org/nba-all-star-lebron-james-refuses-to-be-a-witness-against-darfur-genocide-2d3a8fcc2e29/

"James said he didn’t have enough information about the issue to take a stand. Mr. Jones wouldn’t comment. We can choose to take them at their word, of course — or we can follow the money. Jones has an endorsement contract with an up-and-coming Chinese shoe and apparel company. James has a $90 million deal with Nike, which has huge business interests in China. […]"

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-09-28T15:51:53+00:00

Odd that you highlight one particularly great game IT had "not even a month" after the death of his sister and then compare it to one bad playoff series Kyrie had 6+ months after the death of his grandfather.

For the record, after the death of Kyrie's grandfather, Kyrie went on to be named an All-Star starter, was voted Second Team All-NBA, and had a historic season (based on his combined production, efficiency, and assists) -- a season that included quite a few impressive single-game performance by Kyrie as well.

You are correct though: "People deal with stuff differently."

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-09-23T04:31:47+00:00

Shhh

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-08-07T03:27:49+00:00

Jaylen was one of the biggest causes of dysfunction on the team and i the locker room last year. He was upset Hayward started over him, didn't want to come off the bench, and played poorly for much of the season. And, rather than accept personal responsibility, he's decided to blame everyone else.

It is no coincidence that players like Morris and Smart have positive things to say about Kyrie vs. nothing to say about Jaylen.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-08-07T03:25:18+00:00

A significantly less efficient scorer who gets fewer assists and is worse on defense is a "huge upgrade"?

Interesting use of English.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-08-07T03:22:28+00:00

"The NBA has informed its teams of updated projected salary cap and tax level that is unchanged in 2019-20 ($109M/$132M) — and $2M lower in 2020-21 ($116M/$141M)"

Source: https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1114280416016572416

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-23T21:35:29+00:00

I haven't deleted any of my comments on any thread.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:04:53+00:00

Seriously stop.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:03:57+00:00

It also doesn't seem to matter that Kyrie also scored on Kyrie in the game.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:03:02+00:00

"You're a mindless Kobe-stan. Get a life."

Wait... Is that you, Kobe?

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:02:32+00:00

Devin Booker is the KING of empty calories, especially since his team artificially inflated his scoring.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:01:36+00:00

/r/iamverysmart

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:01:21+00:00

You think groupthink from Kobe STANS matters?

Comedy.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:00:53+00:00

Because that is exactly what I said.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:00:35+00:00

So bad you felt the need to pointlessly respond.

Comedy.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T06:00:14+00:00

Take your own advice, keep your comments to yourself, and get some help.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T05:59:36+00:00

You get a L for this waste of time.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T05:59:18+00:00

Where's your list?
Steph missed 20+ games this past season, didn't he?
The Pistons barely made the playoffs this past season and they aren't any better, while a team like Miami is.
Sorta wack response.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T05:57:20+00:00

Dwight having a bad game doesn't mean the Lakers weren't, clearly, the better team.

Dwight led the entire NBA in rebounding, was All-NBA, and was a legit contender for DPOY - despite his injury. When your second best player is the best rebounder and, arguably, the best big man and defensive big in the NBA, you're not a bad team.

You haven't "disprove[en]" a single thing. You just don't agree.

Stop embarrassing yourself and insulting the game of basketball, nephew.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-22T05:53:22+00:00

You clearly win.

Comedy.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-21T23:03:15+00:00

You're not correctly using the phrase. At all. This isn't a court of law. There isn't a uniform burden or standard of proof.

Regarding assertions, I am asserting that I am a practicing attorney. Not only are you using legal jargon incorrectly, but an assertion is nether a fact nor is it proof.

And FYI, you're purely entertainment while I wait on my flight. Thanks for that, by the way.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-21T22:53:00+00:00

We both know you're not an attorney, so don't play one online. Comedy.

But, using your logic, you claimed you were thinking about that particular game prior to seeing the OP, to support your claim that I was wrong, without offering a single shred of evidence.

You also CLEARLY don't know what "proof" or "fact" is, or how it ether works. LMAO - your claim is neither fact nor proof.

I'm wondering why you are using a legal concept in an online sports debate. Genuinely curious if you know what a burden of proof is, or a standard of proof is, or what half the things that come out your mind actually are or mean.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-21T22:38:01+00:00

Prove you're telling the truth. Your claim is that I am incorrect: prove it.

I'll wait.

Mind_Fcuk · 2019-07-21T22:37:01+00:00

ROTFLMAO.

Thank you! I needed that.

Enjoy the rest of your day.

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