Here's a prediction: Turiaf will be a Lakers starter sooner or later this year

62 · Starting Rotation Joined: 22 Dec 2005 Posts: 656

That's because our front court situation is that bad.

Mihm is okay but both Kwame and Cook can not really be starters.
We all know why.

Turiaf on another hand can be a 2way PF for the Lakers. I really think us Laker fans are not even aware of how much we're getting with Turiaf.

He"ll tart by playing garbage minutes but in due time Phil will make him a starter.
Turiaf > Kwame and Cook.
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ocho · Retired Number Joined: 24 May 2005 Posts: 53835

a cardboard cutout of turiaf has to be better than kwame at this point.
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SirRunnethOfSoCal · Star Player Joined: 18 Dec 2005 Posts: 3225

I watched a summer league game last year and Turiaf was by far the best big man on the floor. Bynum didn't look very good, and Douthit(edit: not Kwame) was just average. Turiaf got the crowd in the game. He even got a standing ovation. He's that type of player. So much energy it's insane. Think Mark Madsen's fan appeal, combined with the skills of a young Brian Grant, that's the Turiaf I saw.
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Ank · Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2006 3:28 am Post subject:

I hope you guys are right. I sincerely hope so. Mihm is playing fine at center, its the 1 and the 4 that's killing us. The sad thing is, after downgrading a lot of talent, I think we might be better off with Odom at the 4 and Caron at the 3. When everyone was healthy last year, we were 7th seed.

MyKRo · Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2006 3:29 am Post subject:

I believe that prediction!

I saw Turiaf at summer league 3 times, and believe me - dude is gonna be a stud. He's that high energy, junk yard dog, that this team is missing.

I can't wait to see him back on the court! He's FUN to watch.

kobeodom · Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2006 3:29 am Post subject:

All you Laker freaks, repeat after me...

WE LOVE RONNY! WE LOVE RONNY!
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B-Scott · Starting Rotation Joined: 22 Dec 2005 Posts: 418

i agree. Lakers need a PF who is willing to just throw his body in there. Meaning take charges,do the dirty work. How many times have seen the Pressure on defense,like last night. We get within 42-41 they break the press,and Kwame just sits there and looks at the guy. 3 point play.

Kwame is ok with his 1 on 1 defense,but absolutely horrible when it comes to help defense. He just lets the guy score. Mason can get by Kobe,Kwame will just look at Mason. HEY HOW YOU DOIN. Alonzo mourning,Marcus Camby type guys make a huge diference. Kwame has no awareness

Sage_10 · Star Player Joined: 24 Dec 2005 Posts: 6668

Way to go out on a limb!

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PayasoLoco · Franchise Player Joined: 07 Jul 2001 Posts: 16663

thought phil dont play rookies

angel · Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2006 11:06 am Post subject:

It might be hard to learn the triangle well enough to start by the end of the season. I do think Ronny can contribute.
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jmark · Star Player Joined: 26 Jan 2002 Posts: 2586

Ronny had more energy than most of the players in Charlotte. Too bad he wasn't ready to play yet......
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Lionel The Laker · Star Player Joined: 29 Mar 2004 Posts: 2660

Kwame airballs layups. That's what I don't understand. I am happy for Turiaf but you have to admit that its sad for the Lakers season to hinge on a guy who just had open heart surgery.

lakeshow03 · Star Player Joined: 19 Jul 2005 Posts: 3082

it all depends on phil and his willingness to play him,because even bynum cant get any love

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The Dagger · Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2006 4:40 pm Post subject:

I am praying that Turiaf will be the next Brian Grant (in his prime of course). He will make an excellent backup to Bosh.
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Serious NBA Fan · Star Player Joined: 07 Jun 2005 Posts: 2429

I hate to do this, but wasn't Von supposed to be a starter too. Summer league is just that. Turiaf has a ways to go to get minutes, let alone be a starter

Raptor2k · Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2006 4:54 pm Post subject:

Phil's stubborness won't let Ronny start.

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lakersfan4life69 · Star Player Joined: 21 Nov 2003 Posts: 2327

ronny turiaf will be a much better pro than kwame brown

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