With the close of the 2010 NBA Playoffs came a wave of Kobe worship. Does this make him the greatest Laker of all time? Has this fifth championship ring finally lifted him above Magic? There's no way to say for sure. But the playoffs did tell me a couple things, by the names of Big Baby and Nate Robinson, who by the way, needs a new picture on his wikipedia page. Are there no better pics of him? He's a pro basketball player.. really.
Nate's a small guy, no question, which makes what he does so incredible. I learned early on that quality ball handling skills don't come around easy, which is why I'm not still playing competitive basketball. There's no question Nate has handles. He's a freak of nature athletically. In college--not high school, COLLEGE--he was a two sport star. Oh by the way, he also won the NBA slam dunk competition, but his in-game skills didn't really blossom until this postseason. He was a critical energy boost for the Celtics, who made shots and drove to the rim as needed. I really just like him because of his height. He's an entertainer.
Big Baby continues to amaze me, as he has since his days at LSU. He's such a baby in every way. How can you not love him? He's my favorite player, hands down. So lovable. Anyway.. his play in the playoffs was incredible. I might even say Boston wouldn't have gotten to the finals without him. He's kind of a renaissance man on the court, coming up big everywhere from boards to the occasional mid-range jumper. And he'll only get better.
Both these guys are a pleasure to watch, and as soon as the Big Three check into their retirement homes, they should see the court a lot more often.
Oh by the way, Rondo was absolutely incredible. He is the next great point guard in the NBA.
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