| D Rose |
Fri, 20 April 2012 14:33  |
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This might be classified as somewhat of a controversial topic, but I'd like to enlist anyones input/opinion or feedback if you care to share.
A lot has been made of the continual injury situation with Derrick Rose throughout this shortened NBA season. I got into a lengthy discussion regarding all the possible parameters surrounding this subject with some cohorts of mine and would like to throw them out there for debate or discussion.
First and foremost was the fact that D-Rose is so injury prone at such a young age. Although true, I think you have to take into account the high tempo and intensity level he always plays at, plus his drives to the bucket will always draw some sort of contact, which will wear him down further and make him more succeptible to being banged up, especially when he hits the floor often.
Someone had suggested the Bulls should rest him until the playoffs begin so he can heal further. While that sounds good in theory, I think it's fair to say that his rhythm, flow and continuity will be lacking as well as him not being in game shape due to the inactivity. With that being said, do you want a rusty Rose taking the last shot with the game on the line, or do you trust the supporting cast to get it done, as they should be used to being on the floor with each other like they have for 26 games in his absence? I've noticed in the sporadic games he has played in, there have been some turnover concerns plus I'm not sure Thibodeau is confident in him being able to lock anybody down on the defensive end of the floor for good stretches.
I don't want to detract from anything he's done on the court thus far, plus he's seemingly a good character guy and a good face for the game in a league which displays questionable effort from its players quite regularly. I also have no idea what his lifestyle is off the court, if he takes care of himself, etc. But I can imagine he has quite a lot of people in his ear, giving him well intented advice, especially after he recently inked that lucrative contract.
I also know it's human nature for people who come from underprivledged or impoverished backgrounds to lose their hunger and desire once they become comfortable financially. I've seen it happen numerous times in various sports. At this point in the season, everyone suffers from bumps and bruises. Guys who are considered gamers find a way to play through the pain if they give a fuck at all. Once again, I'm not trying to point fingers as much as I'm trying to be objective about this.
Another thing that bothered me was when he came out in the media a few days ago and said he was tired of being the only "superstar" who continually endures that type of physical punishment. Correct me if I'm wrong, but Michael Jordan used to get mauled regularly by the Pistons in the late 80's and early 90's with something that was publicly known as "The Jordan Rules". Everytime MJ drove to the hole, they would send 2-3 guys at him because they knew his intent was to finish and he likely wouldn't be dishing off, and it worked well for them until the Bulls got wise and started utilizing their other players. I'll never forget faggot-ass Isiah leading his beaten squad off The Palace floor with time remaining on the clock in '91 after the Bulls put them away for good.
My point here is that there are many talented guys in the league, but I think it eventually comes down to if you win, that's what you should be judged by. I'll cite LeBron James as a perfect example of what I'm referring to. Your thoughts?
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| Re: D Rose |
Fri, 20 April 2012 14:50  |
Marty Otto
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I wouldn't classify Rose as injury prone at this point in his career. He had missed all of five games in three previous seasons.
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