What a breath of fresh air. Luke understands people and what motivates them. Yes, you want your players to have discipline, but Luke understands this is a business, not a college program. He who shall not be named just sucked all the joy out of the game.
I see a lot of Phil Jackson and George Mumford rubbing off on him, which isn't a surprise since Phil Jackson employed Mumford to work with the Bulls and Lakers. Mumford, who emphasized mindfulness and meditation, would tell Kobe or Jordan the best way to drop 50 is to not worry about dropping 50. Similarly, the trick to winning for the Lakers next season is to keep the expectations in perspective. The expectation isn't to win, but to play the game the right way, which is by playing mindfully, moving the ball, building cohesiveness and unity, etc. The result of all the above actions is... wins. It's a little foolish to worry about wins at this point, but it's just a matter of time before they start clicking. It could be as early as next season.
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
can't open the link right now. did he say anything about projected wins from ESPN or what he is aiming for in wins? _________________ Billions Billions Billions
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
For championships? Probably. For playoffs? Most likely not. You can coach talent-less teams into the playoffs.
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Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 8:58 am Post subject:
KindCrippler2000 wrote:
LoyalLakerfan44 wrote:
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
For championships? Probably. For playoffs? Most likely not. You can coach talent-less teams into the playoffs.
I think Rick Carlisle was the best NBA coach last season. Dallas had no business making the playoffs. _________________ "Every hurt is a lesson, and every lesson makes you better”
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
For championships? Probably. For playoffs? Most likely not. You can coach talent-less teams into the playoffs.
I think Rick Carlisle was the best NBA coach last season. Dallas had no business making the playoffs.
Which is why Im confident Luke and his staff can make the team overachieve.
All you need is a leader and the players will play with effort.
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Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 9:06 am Post subject:
Luke's such an upbeat and positive guy.
I hope no matter how our season goes, he can keep this attitude. _________________ "Every hurt is a lesson, and every lesson makes you better”
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
For championships? Probably. For playoffs? Most likely not. You can coach talent-less teams into the playoffs.
I think Rick Carlisle was the best NBA coach last season. Dallas had no business making the playoffs.
I agree. Not the best coach, but best overall coach?
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Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 11:48 am Post subject:
AY2043 wrote:
LoyalLakerfan44 wrote:
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
Cool, but I wonder what Luke thinks?
_________________ Never argue with stupid people! They will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience!! - Twain
Bill Walton is smart, he knows he doesn't have the talent to make the playoffs or even come close to it so he uses a word that we've heard before. It's the process that counts and how the players play the game. I remember Dwight Howard using that word after every loss under Brown and a motion offense. Ultimately wins is what a coach is graded on, and fans, the TWC network, and FO will increase the pressure. His methods will eventually be the spotlight and will be criticized till no end, and then fans will realize talent is the determining factor.
Cool, but I wonder what Luke thinks?
I'm convinced that LoyalLakerfan44 is indeed a member of the Scott family. I would say he's Byron himself, but we all know Byron can't use a computer. Too new school
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Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 12:21 pm Post subject:
"Whether we're winging or losing I think it's more important that we are continuing to play a certain way. With learning new things there's always going to be some setbacks because guys aren't used to it, but then all of a sudden they start clicking and start playing better off of each other and now all of a sudden as a group we're a much better team and a more dangerous team"
"Whether we're winging or losing I think it's more important that we are continuing to play a certain way. With learning new things there's always going to be some setbacks because guys aren't used to it, but then all of a sudden they start clicking and start playing better off of each other and now all of a sudden as a group we're a much better team and a more dangerous team"
Then goes on to downplay the win total.
Playing it smart.
What the heck is the point of bringing up the win total or projection? Obviously he knows about the teams potential and knows what we can really do something if everything comes together.
Luke isn't gonna lay out the grand plan... Let ESPN have fun with there projections regarding the Lakers, Luke knows about the teams potential more then anyone else.
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Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 12:49 pm Post subject:
Inspector Gadget wrote:
greenfrog wrote:
"Whether we're winging or losing I think it's more important that we are continuing to play a certain way. With learning new things there's always going to be some setbacks because guys aren't used to it, but then all of a sudden they start clicking and start playing better off of each other and now all of a sudden as a group we're a much better team and a more dangerous team"
Then goes on to downplay the win total.
Playing it smart.
What the heck is the point of bringing up the win total or projection? Obviously he knows about the teams potential and knows what we can really do something if everything comes together.
Luke isn't gonna lay out the grand plan... Let ESPN have fun with there projections regarding the Lakers, Luke knows about the teams potential more then anyone else.
It sounds like he's predicting a bad start.
But yeah, as a coach, downplaying expectations is always smart.
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