Kwame 15 pts 15 rebs 2 ast 1 blk No Prop Thread?

NestT

Have we become so accustomed to the new and improved Kwame that a line like tonight merits no special attention?

A month ago it would have been "Holy Crap Kwame looks like Dwight Howard out there!!!!"

I was in favor of this trade from day one. I was just hoping for a defensive beast but wow. 7 of 10 FGA.

1 of 5 FTA

6 O Rebs

9 D Rebs

2 ast

1 blk

Go Kwame!

PJ you (bleep) Keep him at Center when Mihm returns.

waterman40 · Posted: Tue Apr 11, 2006 11:11 pm Post subject:

Props to Kwame, but it helps to beat a team with no D in the front court. Kwame has gone from "gee, what can we trade his 7M contract for?", to "trade Mihm for something good!"

NestT · Posted: Tue Apr 11, 2006 11:13 pm Post subject:

[quote="waterman40"]but it helps to beat a team with no D in the front court. quote]

Well then he should do very well against the 2 seed.

AussieLakerFan · Posted: Tue Apr 11, 2006 11:14 pm Post subject:

Mad Props for Kwame. He's really bringing it lately!!

I think there are no prop threads, because this is what we (and what his potential says we should) expect of him.

Tanlentueux · Star Player Joined: 20 Jul 2005 Posts: 7169

when you play well and hustle, no matter who playing, you need consideration. he was oversadowed by a stud: Lo, mister complete player....

lakers will win it all next year... mark my words! Because the people in the laker organisation know what they're doing....

magic_bryant · Franchise Player Joined: 16 Oct 2002 Posts: 18179

Kwame, IMO, was a MAJOR difference in the game. Just changed the way they had to play. Outside-in.
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Dorray · Posted: Tue Apr 11, 2006 11:37 pm Post subject:

Yep. He played very well. 15 and 15 is always good. I hope that he can keep this up against better inside teams. If anything it will boost his confidence.

rwongega · Posted: Tue Apr 11, 2006 11:44 pm Post subject:

Props to Kwame even though it was against GS. Hopefully he can keep this up. I think he can continue playing this way at PF if Mihm returns. That way we can not put Cook or Walton there and start a good power lineup. Kwame can still man the paint while Mihm controls tipoffs and shoots mid-range shots.

sodapoppenski · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 12:25 am Post subject:

Props.

Although once Mihm is back (aside from a Phoenix matchup) I'd like to see
Mihm and Kwame both on the floor as starters, or at least getting starter
minutes.

MrLaker83 · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 12:33 am Post subject:

Mad props to kwame!!!

I love the way he is playing right now. The big thing that I have noticed in his offensive game is that he doesn't rush his moves anymore, which allows him to finish alot better. He doesnt need to move at warp speed just to get to the basket! Still wish he had better hands but he is definitely improving in that area as well.

Heres for hoping this growth continues!!

magic_bryant · Franchise Player Joined: 16 Oct 2002 Posts: 18179

Kwame is just an unbelieveable specimen. He wasn't deserving of the #1 pick, but he shows what athleticism can do for one's game. He's been our best frontcourt player all year. (excluding LO since he's more of a guard)

His defense has been great all year. Glad to see the impactto sho begin to also show in the numbers.
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lakerzpimp08 · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 12:42 am Post subject:

man this is amazing, this cant be the same guy from earlier in the year. he looks like a whole new player. the thing i love about it is that he is grabbing offensive rebounds like crazy!
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drew4lakers · Star Player Joined: 03 Jun 2002 Posts: 3417

Props to Phil too for coaching kwame past the frustration. Preaching defense and how that would lead to offense.

Adding a weapon to our arsenal.

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Props to Kobe and Phil for bringing out the best in him and the other guys.

KOBE MVP!!! KOBE MVP!!! KOBE MVP!!! KOBE MVP!!!
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DancingBarry · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 12:51 am Post subject:

waterman40 · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 1:06 am Post subject:

Guys are also looking for him just a bit more, too.[/quote]

Odom started it all, deciding to give him some better looks, Odom is making everyone else better.
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Yarryl · Sixth Man Joined: 11 Dec 2004 Posts: 99

Props to Kobe for making his teammates better. MVP!!!
..and props to Kwame as well, espcially since he didn't drop to many passes tonight. He really took care of that problem.

LA_UNION · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 2:28 am Post subject:

Now for his free shots(If it's up to me, I'd send him to piano sachool in the off season!)

Kwame for most improved player!
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The Dagger · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 3:42 am Post subject:

I've always said that Kwame is a Horry type player. Saves himself for the playoffs. It's just he never had the chance to get to the playoffs in Washington.

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LongtimeLakerLover · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 5:52 am Post subject:

Props.

Hey, anyone know what the Washtington fans are saying now? I would love to know, especially after his last month of games. Kwame's good play is not a fluke. He's the real deal.

I just read somewhere that if Chris does make it back for the playoffs he will be coming in to back up Kwame instead of putting in Bynum or Turiaf. Phil feels that this will benefit them defensively. Chris is planning to come back on Sunday against Phx but that is iffy. The article said that Chris is not really ready to come back yet and they are still evaluating what's going on. So Kwame is the man for playoffs should they make them. (2 games away, baby!)

Anyone think they'll beat Phoenix this time?
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ShadyG · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 7:29 am Post subject:

We have a decent shot. All 3 previous meetings we faced a high-energy running team on the second night of back-to-backs, having played OT the night before. This time we'll be as rested as we will expect to be in the playoffs. If that swings the game by 10 points, we ought to play them about even.
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Kwame is primed to have a monster series against the Suns. He is too quick for Brian Grant and too big for Diaw. If the Lakers make a point of getting him the ball when he flashes across the lane he will be open half the time he is on the court.
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Sage_10 · Star Player Joined: 24 Dec 2005 Posts: 6668

Kwame played like a stud last night. I think he's had more success with the Lakers the past month and 1/2 than he's had his career in Washington.
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b_b_belmont · Posted: Wed Apr 12, 2006 7:59 am Post subject:

Kwame is one of the main reasons this team is succeeding right now. Yeah, we know what Kobe has given us, and Lamar too, but Kwame is the X-factor right now.