ATL -Fizdale Fizzles Out in NY

[DingleJerry]

While I in general agree with the notion he's getting at. I also see the other side that why is the hobby of podcasting, painting, pottery, raising kids, or countless other things not a detriment to winning but caring about clothes and picking up chicks is a distraction and sign of not caring? For the most part his point is a classic "kids these days". But, I also respect his right to say it and I appreciate people who actually speak their mind instead of canned cliched answers. And I'd respect any younger player who commented in an adult way on their views on it. Can't have it both ways, we'll complain people won't say anything and we'll complain about they say if they do.

[MikeIsGood]

If you think this is about the accuracy of Redick's comment you're missing the point entirely. Still have yet to hear why it's an "unfortunate truth" that some guys might just really enjoy life outside their careers.

I mean, I guess I think it's pretty **** clear and evident that this isn't about not having any interests outside of a basketball court, but instead about being in the game for the entirely wrong reasons?

But, whatever. You do you and enjoy your eye rolls.

[H2tObes]

If you think this is about the accuracy of Redick's comment you're missing the point entirely. Still have yet to hear why it's an "unfortunate truth" that some guys might just really enjoy life outside their careers.

Oh come on, you know nobody has a problem with players enjoying their life outside the game, what kind of ridiculous strawman is that? I just think what JJ is saying is valid as I have thought this for quite some time, and he lives the experience so it just further helps back it up. Not really much else to it

[Ron Swanson]

Did he even specifically call out younger players? This isn't something new here. There's always been guys that cared more about the lifestyle than they did their love for basketball. Wilt Chamberlain is a guy who cared more about being in LA and in movies than he did about basketball.

Hell, Lebron literally moved to LA to become a movie producer and expand his brand. Problem is that guys like Kyle Kuzma and Ben Simmons aren't Wilt and Lebron nor do they have their work ethic, and when they'd prefer to date Kardashians and play Fortnite instead of working on their defense and jump shot, people are gonna naturally question their motivation.

[DrWood]

Is this a tank move for MN?:
The Atlanta Hawks have acquired Jeff Teague and Treveon Graham from the Minnesota Timberwolves for Allen Crabbe.

[coolhandluke121]

Is this the same JJ Redick that enjoyed urinating on women for sport after banging them in college, or is this a different JJ Redick?

I know that's not "proven" but it's still funny.

[Bucksfan28]

Conspiracy theory: NO is holding Zion out til the 22nd b/c they dont want him getting shown up by Ja on MLK day.

[worthlessBucks]

Remembered when the Bucks signed Teague to that offer sheet, chuckled a bit.

[tydett]

Is this the same JJ Redick that enjoyed urinating on women for sport after banging them in college, or is this a different JJ Redick?

I know that's not "proven" but it's still funny.

Now he's found Christ or some **** and doesn't do that anymore (publicly)

[buckboy]

Is this a tank move for MN?:
The Atlanta Hawks have acquired Jeff Teague and Treveon Graham from the Minnesota Timberwolves for Allen Crabbe.

I don't quite understand it for either team. Just rearranging the lottery a little maybe.

[BJ Sandered]

Impressive tank job by the Warriors.

[th87]

I think we're pretty up to speed on Fizdale?

[GoldenAntlers]

I think we're pretty up to speed on Fizdale?

I've been thinking that for a couple weeks.

[FrieAaron]

I think we're pretty up to speed on Fizdale?

I've been thinking that for a couple weeks.

Yeah, let's change it to "Fizzled"

[glenn]

ATL - JJ Redick’s Free Speech Under Fire

[skones]

ATL - JJ Redick’s Free Speech Under Fire

ATL- Help! I need Somebody! ATL Goes All in on Teague. Help! Not just anybody!

[M-C-G]

If JJ Reddick had the stature of say, Michael Jordan in his later years, I could shrug it off as old guy mad at kids shooting for the throne. But it's JJ Reddick. He can have an unfiltered glass of no one asked your old ass to comment.

Periodic reminder: Michael Jeffrey Jordan's preferred "fit" as it were was at one time a Hitler mustache paired with a hectare of stonewashed denim.

Gets me every time you post about Mike how you find a way to acknowledge the Hitler 'stache.

I'm still convinced he owed a bookie money and was forced to rock the hitler stache until he made good on his debts.

[M-C-G]

There is unfortunate truth in Redicks comments, I've had the same thought myself. I look at a guy like Kyle Kuzma and can't take him seriously because he treats the NBA like a fashion show

I think our very own DJ Wilson has some of that in him too, don't see the passion for the game but I see the passion for fashion lol

Lots of guys have played basketball or football, just because they were blessed with elite physical prowess. This is nothing new, some guys take it to extremes to just get paid like Larry Sanders or Albert Haynesworth, some guys just don't have the self awareness to realize how special it is to be in their position.

And for some guys, they are just enjoying the ride and greatness isn't really something they are interested in, merely happy to just be there. I think DJ probably falls into the last bucket somewhat.

[M-C-G]

Is this the same JJ Redick that enjoyed urinating on women for sport after banging them in college, or is this a different JJ Redick?

I know that's not "proven" but it's still funny.

I've done countless stupid, pointless, crude, selfish things in my life, and this never ever even entered my mind as something to do to another person.

[steger_3434]

Surprised Jj is getting so much heat when kyrie basically tossed half his team under the bus after a loss that was mostly his own fault


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