Good enough for me and Kobe's knee
It's fun to play games with hypothetical questions. If you had to eat a crayon, what color would it be? How would the world be different if run by Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood? Could the Lakers win without Kobe Bryant? Fortunately, for the time being, we'll never have to learn the answer to the third. After a scary hyperextension of his right knee during Tuesday night's exhibition win over Charlotte forced Bryant out of the game and into civilian clothes, many a congregant in the Church of Purple and Gold was on pins and needles. Turns out, everything's fine. Bryant said today at practice that he'll certainly be good to go for Tuesday's opener at Staples Center against Portland, and might even get a little more running in the hpreseason. Of course, if there's even the slightest threat of more damage, Phil Jackson should duct tape him to the bench in Thursday and Friday's fake games, but the point is that Kobe seems to be just fine.
Exhale.
Coby Karl is still holding his breath, though, despite roster moves announced by the Lakers today. Second round pick Joe Crawford and free-agent signee C.J. Giles are gone, leaving L.A.'s roster at 15 and Karl seemingly safe ... but then again, maybe not, since PJ noted after practice that another cut may be coming. You do the math, there.
In other news... fabulous.
BK
My bet is that Jerry and Drew will come to an understanding and sign an extension. That’s all that I care about. I have no worries that Drew will NOT be the NGLC. I just don’t want to risk losing him, which can happen more quickly and easily than anybody can imagine – especially if the Lakers are not very, very careful and respectful. Or do you not remember what happened with Kobe last summer. Drew is a franchise player. You pay what you have to keep him. You do not risk losing him. So negotiate all you want now but in the end he will be signed because the team will not risk losing Drew. JMHO.
Tom
Posted by: LakerTom | October 22, 2008 at 12:06 AM
=========================
Don't let the naysayers prevail.
There is a definite risk of losing AB to FA.
I have stated before it will be better to sign him now to $70-85 million for 5 years or pay him more when he is restricted FA or FA depending if he signs 1 year qualifying contract to get FA.
Either way the Lakers risk paying AB a lot more or risk losing him to FA and get nothing in return.
In regards to Kobe who will also demand max contract, what happens if AB walks?
Kobe said about AB that with Gasol Lakers compete for championship and with AB they are championship calibur. Kobes words. Also Kobe said about AB "he is the player I have been praying for"
Now if you think Kobe was willing to walk before what will happen if FO lets AB walk?
Hmm more things to ponder. But everyone will be right in that we will know shortly about the signing.
Posted by: JustaLakerFan | October 22, 2008 at 07:15 PM
Posted by: JustaLakerFan | October 22, 2008 at 11:49 PM
REPOST Plus
LakerTom,
"That is a greater risk in my opinion than that Drew will not be worth his contract."
[There are counter points to the arguments as follows JLF]
But there isn't a greater risk if he becomes a free agent. Drew has already suffered two serious knee injuries and is just 21 years old and has only shown flashes of greatness and never over a whole season. If they sign him to the deal David Lee wants it's conceivable that he could blow out a knee again. If that happens AFTER a guy shows his all-star capabilities it's just bad luck, but Drew has shown flashes for about 30 games and the Lakers already know about his injury history.
[Kobe had a long string of injuries but I would say he was worth every penny.]
On the other hand, if the Lakers don't sign Drew to an extension this month he will be a restricted free agent next summer. If he plays the way we expect him to this season he will warrant a maximum offer.
[ Yes lets assume this and he gets big contract offer]
It would be terrible decision-making for him to accept a qualifying offer instead of a long-term (likely maximum) offer from the Lakers because he'd be risking playing another season without a long-term deal.
[Same goes for Kobe if he opts out]
Let's assume that the Lakers offer is still below what Bynum wants next summer and he decided to look at offers from other teams. And let's assume that he signs an offer sheet with Team A. The Lakers can match that offer sheet and Bynum's time on the free market would last nothing more than a few weeks.
[ OK now what if Team A offers $130 million. Do Lakers match that or let him walk? Would have been cheaper to sign for $80 Million( $80 million for sake of debate.] What is the smarter move? Think Rony Turiaff.]
That is is the worst-case scenario for the Lakers. Bynum is not a fool (David Lee probably is but even he isn't that dumb), he's not going to accept a qualifying offer because it makes no sense on multiple levels.
[Makes a lot of sense on all levels]
1. He would be playing another season without a long-term deal at the risk of injury.
[Pay is worth the risk and AB and his agent know as the FO does that AB is fully recovered.]
2. The Lakers will likely offer him a max deal next summer. Bynum would have to be extremely arrogant and petty to turn it down because he feels "snubbed." This is Bynum we're talking about not, Shaq so I don't expect this of him.
[Not petty but business wise. Many players have felt slighted and left. This is well known.]
3. He would be a restricted free agent and could sign an offer sheet with another team.
4. The Lakers can match all offers.
[See risk above of doing so. Higher $$$ to get what is better long term contract now]
Hence, my reasoning that the Lakers have all the leverage and there is little risk of losing Bynum.
[Not really, just for now but that can come back and bite them. And then to deal with Kobe. You think Kobe will be happy if FO lets AB walk. In Kobes words. With Pau Lakers can compete and with AB Lakers ARE championship calibur team. Want to risk losing Kobe too?]
The Elton Brand situation is completely different because Brand was unrestricted and wasn't being offered a max-deal by the Clippers.
[But he walked didn't he? AB would just have to wait 1 more year to walk away for free or this summer for more money than $80 million. Is there a risk of losing both. Of course there is so risk is not all on AB's side.
JLF]
Posted by: Xodus | October 22, 2008 at 07:51 AM
Posted by: JustaLakerFan | October 22, 2008 at 07:33 PM
Posted by: JustaLakerFan | October 22, 2008 at 11:56 PM
The fantasy league has already drafted. My Big Three are Kobe, Antawn Jamison and Vince Carter. Also Jason Terry, Thaddaeus Young and Randy Foye. Should be a good season.
Posted by: SBPimp | October 23, 2008 at 12:52 AM
LakerTom,
We'll all agree to disagree for now until next week when the person who is correct gets to do a victory dance and those who are incorrect hang their heads in shame. LOL, j/k
By the way, don't take it as me attacking you, I've got all the respect in the world for you. It's OK to disagree.
Posted by: Xodus | October 23, 2008 at 06:34 AM
“LakerTom,
I'm on Eric Pincus' mailing list and he says he's learning towards Bynum not being signed in the next week. That doesn't mean he will or won't, just interesting.”
--Posted by: Xodus | October 22, 2008 at 08:42 PM
Oh yeah?
I used to sell David Lee Roth bagels at Goldstein's Bagel Bakery in Pasadena. That's about as good as my name dropping gets, sorry buddy.
He was a solid tipper, BTW. David. Usually a dollar for handing him a bagel. So the tip was often bigger than the purchase.
Uh, I also saw Henry Winkler at Universal Studios once. Yeah.
Wes
Posted by: wesjoenixon | October 23, 2008 at 07:16 AM
Obviously we have some drinkers on this blog...
7&7 is a terrible name. Terrible. Awful. First, both players do not wear the number "7". Drew's number is 17. Come on. Second, you're naming the duo after a drink? Give me a break. Third, no "AND" nicknames! AND nicknames are lame and uncreative. If we're going to give them an AND nickname we should just call them Bynum AND Gasol. Jeez. Why don't we just call them 16&17 (their real numbers) or "33" (the sum of their numbers)?
Lame.
"Massive Attack" is my favorite name so far.
A singular term for the duo. THAT is a real nickname.
Not Big AND Dumb.
Urgh.
GO LAKERS!
Posted by: Jon K. | October 23, 2008 at 07:50 AM
AK/BK,
Could you guys help regulate this nickname quest that the blog is enduring?
GO LAKERS!
Posted by: Jon K. | October 23, 2008 at 08:28 AM
Personally, I think nicknames, if they come at all, tend to do so more organically than this process allows. I'm not really surprised there isn't consensus- at this point, it feels forced. They haven't even done anything yet.
I'd say let people call them whatever they want, and over time we'll see what sticks.
BK
Posted by: Brian Kamenetzky | October 23, 2008 at 08:34 AM
>>>The only thing that I disagree with in the article is Eric’s
>>> closing comment that the “Lakers have the leverage.”
Okay, LakerTom, I will grant you this. If Bynum is willing to
risk playing two full years and sacrificing 7 to 12 million for
the 2009-2010 season in order to prove a point, then yes, he
would have the leverage after October 31.
But you've got to admit it's self-contradictory that he would
turn down a max offer from the Lakers next summer and take
3.7 million so that he could opt out the following summer to
get a max offer from some other team. If you want to believe
that, be my guest. Maybe you also believe in Santa Claus
and the Easter Bunny. But if money is the big issue, then
once he proves he's worth it, he'll get the money from the Lakers.
Posted by: Long Time Laker Fan | October 23, 2008 at 08:42 AM
They haven't even done anything yet.
BK
Posted by: Brian Kamenetzky | October 23, 2008 at 08:34 AM
Thank you.
Posted by: Magia32 | October 23, 2008 at 08:43 AM
BK,
Alright.
GO LAKERS!
Posted by: Jon K. | October 23, 2008 at 08:44 AM
kobeblitz,
>>>Trevor Ariza-Either Mid level exception or maybe Early Bird Exception
>>>Chris Mihm-Bi-Annual Exception or Early Bird Exception
Actually, the Lakers have full Bird rights on both Mihm and
Ariza.
Posted by: Long Time Laker Fan | October 23, 2008 at 08:49 AM
"7&7 is a terrible name. Terrible. Awful."
--Jon K
Yeah, but the logo upside down thing is pretty cool.
I like Lurch and Herman the best. Makes one wonder, who would win the fight, Lurch or Herman Munster?
Wes
Posted by: wesjoenixon | October 23, 2008 at 08:52 AM
I like 7 & 7. Let's go with it.
Laker Tom points out:
>>>And of course, 7 is Lamar Odom’s number.
So when he's on the court, it's 7 & 7... & 7
>>>I still have the same problem with Jordan Farmar
>>>and Trevor Ariza and Pau Gasol. If they don’t get
>>>nicknames soon,
I thought we already established that Jordan Farmar is
the Pusher-Man.
There were as many suggestions for Gasol as there were
for Bynum. I kinda favor the explosive nicknames for
both of them... Gasol is Gasoline and Bynum is Bynumite.
I don't know of any nicknames for Ariza.
Posted by: Long Time Laker Fan | October 23, 2008 at 08:53 AM
AK/BK,
Any prediction of the longest Laker win streak this season?
Posted by: p ang | October 23, 2008 at 08:53 AM
Why the hell are the Gasol brothers dubbing part of "High School Muscial III"?
Some things in life don't make sense.
GO LAKERS!
Posted by: Jon K. | October 23, 2008 at 08:55 AM
"Personally, I think nicknames, if they come at all, tend to do so more organically than this process allows."
Bite your tongue BK. Could an organic process have formed a precious nickname gem like Slamtony and Cleopasstra?
Wes
Posted by: wesjoenixon | October 23, 2008 at 08:57 AM
Yes AK and BK I read your previous post before typing this, but..................................
I Still think "The SWAT team" is the best. First of all there is no AND to piss off Jon K. Second it applies to defense, which should be their greatest strength. Third it is short and to the point. Fourth it comes from a well known, non-basketball comparison. (like Twin Towers, Dynamic Duo, etc.) Fifth it sounds kind of cool.
How about we put together the best 5 or 6 names and e-mail them to John Ireland at KCAL 9 and see if he will ask Kobe what he thinks. If we get an on-air response then we have our answer. (Doesn't John Ireland owe the blog anyway, something about whacko bloggers or something?)
JMHO (you know, to avoid getting the LakerTom mob bashing)
pslakerfan
Posted by: pslakerfan | October 23, 2008 at 09:01 AM
Brian,
I could summarize your previous comment as "fans don't get to choose nicknames, only players or media". I could, but I won't as that might make you guys sound elitist. And that wouldn't be fair.
:-)
Posted by: pslakerfan | October 23, 2008 at 09:03 AM
How about Turbo and Butters?
That's nice. The butter helps the turbo.
Manford and Lou?
That's sophisticated yet earthy.
Shaggy and the D.A.? Hmmm.
Wes
Posted by: wesjoenixon | October 23, 2008 at 09:03 AM
"7&7 is a terrible name. Terrible. Awful."
Jon K,
you do have a way of killing babies in the crib. But I agree.
7&7 sounds like 2 guys that are 7 feet or a party. Either way it doesn't suggest impenetrable defense or irresistible force.
Nicknames happen, it will happen here.
Having said that, in the interim in my house, I have decreed they will be referred to as
The Beast and the Brain
until further notice. So far my sons are complying.
Posted by: Vman | October 23, 2008 at 09:04 AM
Jon K,
Great post about 7 and 7, none of the great 7 feet pairs had nicknames that and (Hakeem/Sampson nor Robinson/Duncan) had "and" in their nicknames.
While LTLF has a great point about Dynamic Duo being too much Batman and Robin, I would counter that Twin Towers was already taken by Sampson-Olajuwon but Robinson and Duncan was labelled that as well and nobody complained so taking "Dynamic Duo" wouldn't be necessarily "identity theft" from Batman and Robin. And taking LTLF 2nd point about Batman and Robin? Simple it does not necessarily have to be connected to Batman and Robin. I mean did people connect either Sampson-Hakeem or Robinson-Duncan as World Trade Center 1 or World Trade Center 2 lol. So Dynamic Duo wouldn't necessarily connect Drew and Pau to Batman and Robin. Neither would it be plagiarism since "Twin Towers" was originally Sampson-Hakeem and was also used by Robinson-Duncan.
And Massive Attack is lame lol. True both are 7 footers but Drew is more power in his game while Pau is more finesse. I actually think "Massive Attack" is more suited to Sampson-Hakeem than either Robinson-Duncan or Gasol-Bynum hehe.
-blitz
Posted by: kobeblitz | October 23, 2008 at 09:05 AM
LTLF,
Last post b4 work, yeah your right on Trevor on Full Bird Rights. Mihm however I wouldn't think he has full bird rights since he signed on for 2 years on his current contract and it takes 3 years for full bird rights.
-blitz
Posted by: kobeblitz | October 23, 2008 at 09:07 AM
>>>I'm on Eric Pincus' mailing list and he says he's
>>>learning towards Bynum not being signed in the next
>>>week. That doesn't mean he will or won't, just interesting.”
>>>
>>>--Posted by: Xodus | October 22, 2008 at 08:42 PM
>
>Oh yeah?
>
>I used to sell David Lee Roth bagels at Goldstein's
>Bagel Bakery in Pasadena. That's about as good as
>my name dropping gets, sorry buddy.
Oh yeah?
Well I performed Barbara Ann on the stage of the Roxy
with Brian Wilson, Al Jardine, and Dick Dale. All three
of them said that Bynum's agent will cave and accept a
deal for 60 million plus incentives to bring it up to 75 million.
Okay, not really.
I did perform with those guys (it was a benefit concert for
the Carl Wilson Foundation), but they didn't say anything
about Bynum.
Posted by: Long Time Laker Fan | October 23, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Jon K,
>>>7&7 is a terrible name. Terrible. Awful.
Totally disagree. It's MUCH MUCH better than the Dynamic Duo.
>>>First, both players do not wear the number "7".
They're both 7 footers. THAT is what is important to the
team about them.
>>>Second, you're naming the duo after a drink?
Okay, so it'll offend program people who cheer for the
Lakers.
>>>Third, no "AND" nicknames! AND nicknames are
>>>lame and uncreative.
Not quite. And nicknames that combine two separate
elements one of which is supposed to refer to each are
lame (frik & frak, whatever). This merely points out the
key physical attribute they share that makes them stars
in the NBA.
If Bynum was 5'6" and Gasol was 5'7" and they had exactly
the same amount of talent they currently have, probably
neither of them would be playing in the NBA. It is because
they are 7 feet tall and have talent that they are stars.
7&7.
Posted by: Long Time Laker Fan | October 23, 2008 at 09:13 AM
AHHH nicknames are taking over the blog.
Thank god there's a game tonight to talk about. Does anyone else think its outrageously stupid of Kobe to try to play tonight? Why doesn't he just rest it so its close to 100% by Tuesday. But again, Kobe is Kobe and he clearly knows what he is doing.
Lamar = 6th man of the year
GO LAKERS
Posted by: mrbarneydangles | October 23, 2008 at 09:17 AM
[Repost. But I will re-state. Send a list over to LTV. Not just one name.]
The blog has shown its no more qualified to pick a name than MJ is to draft in the first round.
I say we put all the names down, send them to Kobe since "he created this mess", and let him decide which name it is,while he's taking a couple days off rubbing Blue Goo** all over his knee.
** Fatty is not compensated by Vitti for his ringing endorsement of Blue Goo. He personally uses it on his back in the AM to loosen up his body aches and claims "its tasty too" on toast.
Posted by: Fatty | October 22, 2008 at 06:34 PM
Posted by: Fatty | October 23, 2008 at 09:19 AM
kobeblitz,
>>>think he has full bird rights since he signed on for 2
>>>years on his current contract and it takes 3 years for full
>>>bird rights.
It is 3 years, but it doesn't have to be a single contract. The
Lakers have had Mihm under contract since 2004 and since
they traded for him they also have Boston's year contributing
to his Bird rights.
The only way Bird rights get broken is if a player signs
as a free agent with another team. So for example, the
Lakers have no Bird rights on Josh Powell.
Posted by: Long Time Laker Fan | October 23, 2008 at 09:20 AM
JustaLakerFan,
Here are my responses to you, in order.
"[Kobe had a long string of injuries but I would say he was worth every penny.]"
Kobe didn't have a long list of injuries prior to signing his long-term deal. Kobe was already an all-star in his second season and one of the premier players in the NBA by his fourth. Kobe has never suffered a serious knee injury, much less two. These are two completely different situations and a terrible example for your argument.
"[Same goes for Kobe if he opts out]"
Another bad comparison. Kobe is opting out to get another long-term deal where he would be paid more per year because of the NBA's sliding salary scale. The more years you are in the league, the higher a contract you can command. This is an important point that I will re-address later.
"[ OK now what if Team A offers $130 million. Do Lakers match that or let him walk? Would have been cheaper to sign for $80 Million( $80 million for sake of debate.] What is the smarter move? Think Rony Turiaff.]"
Team A CAN'T offer Bynum 130 million because Bynum hasn't been in the league long enough for his sliding scale to reach that point. Kobe signed a 7-year 130(ish) million dollar contract in 2004 and that was as an 8-year veteran. Bynum's max is going to be roughly 88 million next summer. Once again, another faulty argument.
"[Pay is worth the risk and AB and his agent know as the FO does that AB is fully recovered.]"
No it's not because he could suffer a new knee injury. Bynum will likely be offered the max next summer by LA or another team. If the Lakers don't offer it someone else will and LA will match it. There's no way he's accepting a QO with huge deals on the table. It's not that his knee isn't back to full strength, it's that he could suffer another injury. He's already torn an ACL in high school and dislocated his knee cap last season, the last thing Bynum will do is turn down a big offer to reach free agency next summer.
[Not really, just for now but that can come back and bite them. And then to deal with Kobe. You think Kobe will be happy if FO lets AB walk. In Kobes words. With Pau Lakers can compete and with AB Lakers ARE championship calibur team. Want to risk losing Kobe too?]
The earliest Andrew Bynum could possibly walk is 2010, by which time Kobe would already be signed to a new deal. I'll guarantee right now that Bynum isn't going to walk. He may or may not sign in the next week, but between the Lakers and other suitors next summer there's no way he's not locked up with a long-term deal next summer. Once again, a bad argument and hence why the Lakers have all the leverage.
"[But he walked didn't he? AB would just have to wait 1 more year to walk away for free or this summer for more money than $80 million. Is there a risk of losing both. Of course there is so risk is not all on AB's side."
Brand walked because he was going to a better team in an easier conference for more money. Bynum is on the best team in the NBA with a team willing to pay him the max once he proves himself. Once again, apples and oranges. Secondly, Bynum is not a fool. He's not going to take a QO. If he's not happy with what LA offers another team will throw the max at him and he'll accept that, LA will match it and it will be done. Anyone who says he's going to take the QO next summer is being an alarmist and unrealistic. Bynum is taking all the risk by not signing a big deal and taking a QO. He could hurt himself again, he could have a down season, the Lakers meanwhile are saving themselves money on the luxury tax. So, yes, Bynum is taking all the risk if he signs a QO.
Posted by: Xodus | October 23, 2008 at 09:30 AM
FORGET ABOUT THE NICKNAMES ALREADY !!!!
Let's talk about the important stuff, does anyone know if the free taco promo is on for this year if the Lakers break 100 and hold the other team to less than 100?
Posted by: tomK | October 23, 2008 at 09:40 AM
BK
"I'd say let people call them whatever they want, and over time we'll see what sticks."
Is this something to say by someone who glossed Lukameer Waltmanovich? hahahaha --
Posted by: HmrHed | October 23, 2008 at 09:41 AM
Wes, LTLF,
The jokes are kind of silly considering all you have to do is email him once and he adds you automatically. So the not that clever jokes are pretty silly.
Posted by: Xodus | October 23, 2008 at 09:44 AM
Well I performed Barbara Ann on the stage of the Roxy
with Brian Wilson, Al Jardine, and Dick Dale. All three
of them said that Bynum's agent will cave and accept a
deal for 60 million plus incentives to bring it up to 75 million.
Okay, not really.
I did perform with those guys (it was a benefit concert for
the Carl Wilson Foundation), but they didn't say anything
about Bynum.
Posted by: Long Time Laker Fan | October 23, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Oh really. Bringing out the heavy guns, huh?
Ever heard of Lee Oscar? (No. OK, fine) He was the harmonica player for War, and if you go online and buy some terrible album he made in the early 80's and you select a fairly terrible track called "The Children’s song" well, one of those pre-pubescent angelic voices you'll hear looping over the chorus, you guessed it, that's Wes baby!
Uggg.
The price of fame is not small.
Wes
Posted by: wesjoenixon | October 23, 2008 at 09:48 AM
Long Time Laker Fan,
You performed with Brian Wilson? You have my eternal admiration. What instrument did you play?
I, too, have performed multiple times at The Roxy.
Believe it or not No Doubt used to OPEN for my band.
Now seeing Gwen Stefani all over the television and magazines fills me with mixed emotions thinking back to the days when she used to flirt with me backstage.
{Sigh}
GO LAKERS!
Posted by: Jon K. | October 23, 2008 at 09:51 AM
oh yeah,
I got to play b-ball on the staples floor......of course I airballed my first 3 shots....man that court is big. that's all I got.
Posted by: sean714 | October 23, 2008 at 09:52 AM
How about "Stan and Kyle"?
Posted by: exhelodrvr | October 23, 2008 at 09:55 AM
You want to drop Email names?!
I'm on a very important list that gets correspondence from some very rich and wealthy people from Nigeria. They are begging me to transfer money to my account in the states.
My Space account on a daily basis, gets young beautiful girls wanting to be my friend from ALL over the world. They think I'm cute and sexy and can't wait to share messages.
Fatty - What can I say? I'm just a popular guy.
Posted by: Fatty | October 23, 2008 at 09:56 AM
pslakerfan-
Can't respond right now. Polishing my ivory tower (haha).
BK
Posted by: Brian Kamenetzky | October 23, 2008 at 10:15 AM
"I nominate the we can't give them nick name's for now. It's been forced.
Go Bynum and Gasol!
Posted by: Charles | October 22, 2008 at 03:57 PM"
"Personally, I think nicknames, if they come at all, tend to do so more organically than this process allows. I'm not really surprised there isn't consensus- at this point, it feels forced. They haven't even done anything yet.
I'd say let people call them whatever they want, and over time we'll see what sticks.
BK
Posted by: Brian Kamenetzky | October 23, 2008 at 08:34 AM"
Probably the best post's about naming Bynum and Gasol.
Oh by the way guys, this Laker team is very fun to watch. People say that PJ can't develop players, but look what this team of youngster have come to.
LTLF - I like the Push Name for Farmar.
Jon K. I'd like to say "Stop AND Relax." Don't burst a bubble, this is a great blog to be on.
Fatty Got Face Book?
Let's leave the name dropping to Tim-4-Sho ok?
Speaking of, where's Hugo Boss since Hugo from Spain just appeared briefly?
Posted by: Multi Posting Stormer | October 23, 2008 at 10:19 AM
Jon K,
No Doubt used to open for you wow. I used to No Doubt (when they still made really good music, that is). That's awesome and Gwen Stefani is one of my favorite celebrities (looks, personality and based on No Doubt's earlier work).
Posted by: Xodus | October 23, 2008 at 10:24 AM
My cousin used to have a dog that looked just like "Rin Tin Tin".
Posted by: exhelodrvr | October 23, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Fatty,
"They think I'm cute and sexy and can't wait to share messages"
~~was that your dream last night? (that's EX style of rebuttal) lol!
Posted by: Edwin Gueco | October 23, 2008 at 10:31 AM
Mr Barneydangles
"But again, Kobe is Kobe and he clearly knows what he is doing."
Remember, this is the same guy that cheats at Candy Land to win with his little girls.
Yes that is 'Kobe being Kobe'.
"Every practice counts, so you practice to win, and so when you win, its like practice"
- From the Chronicles of Kobe, article 24.8
Posted by: Fatty | October 23, 2008 at 10:33 AM
Jon K...I know her brother..going to their holloween party..want me to say hello?..ha..ha
Posted by: Sean714 | October 23, 2008 at 10:38 AM
KOBE IS WHO WE THOUGHT HE WAS
Posted by: DENNIS GREENE | October 23, 2008 at 10:44 AM
My cousin used to have a dog that looked just like "Rin Tin Tin". Posted by: exhelodrvr | October 23, 2008 at 10:25 AM
WAS IT'S NAME BUTLER
Posted by: MAMBA24 | October 23, 2008 at 10:44 AM
I'm on a very important list that gets correspondence from some very rich and
wealthy people from Nigeria. They are begging me to transfer money to my
account in the states. My Space account on a daily basis, gets young beautiful
girls wanting to be my friend from ALL over the world. They think I'm cute and
sexy and can't wait to share messages. Fatty - What can I say? I'm just a popular
guy. Posted by: Fatty | October 23, 2008 at 09:56 AM
ROFLMAO!! FATTY STOP THIS! STOP THIS NOW! LOL!
Posted by: MAMBA24 | October 23, 2008 at 10:48 AM
Jon K,
>>>You performed with Brian Wilson? You have my eternal
>>>admiration. What instrument did you play?
Yes I did. Last Sunday, to be exact.
A band I used to be in (Adam Marsland's Chaos Band) was
asked to perform and be the house band for several of the
performers (Carnie & Wendy Wilson, Al Jardine, David Marks),
and Adam asked me to sit in with them to play keyboards
and do background vocals (you can never have enough
vocalists if you're trying to perform Beach Boys stuff).
Brian actually had his own band play and they were great.
For the big finale, they had all of us come up on stage and
perform Barbara Ann. So there I was up on stage singing
BA BA BA - BA BA BRA ANN with Brian Wilson and Al Jardine,
two of the original five Beach Boys. And their kids. And
Carl Wilson's kids and Dennis Wilson's son for good measure.
It was a blast.
Posted by: Long Time Laker Fan | October 23, 2008 at 10:54 AM
mamba24,
No, his name wasn't Butler, but he did tend to make a lot of noise for no reason, and do some pretty unappetizing things with his tongue.
Posted by: exhelodrvr | October 23, 2008 at 11:01 AM
No, his name wasn't Butler, but he did tend to make a lot of noise for no reason,
and do some pretty unappetizing things with his tongue. Posted by: exhelodrvr |
October 23, 2008 at 11:01 AM
A ROSE BY ANY OTHER NAME...
Posted by: MAMBA24 | October 23, 2008 at 11:10 AM