All Star voting: Kobe being trailed by McGrady

[rapliketp]

Adidas must be paying some people to enter votes for McGrady from 9 to 5 daily.

http://www.insidehoops.com/all-star-voting-results.shtml

[TheMACHINE]

Idiot voters....

must be from China.

[IronMexican]

:lol Fucking China. It's only an All-Star game. The only thing I want is to have Bynum there, just to get his first one. Assuming he keeps his good play up all the way till February.

[JamStone]

http://i459.photobucket.com/albums/qq318/crivillas/waisis.gif

[resistanze]

That won't hold up. China fucking loves Kobe, anyways.

[blink]

i think kobe leads in jersey sales in china, not tmac or yao

[badfish22]

:lmao China

[duhoh]

i dunno, some morons have high hopes here in US as well

[djohn2oo8]

:lmao China

I agree:toast

[picc84]

Chinese dictators don't want people seeing footage of Yao grimacing on the floor holding his feet. They probably just loop the 2005 season over and over again playing big games from Tmac and Yao. I bet the chinese think the Rockets play the Spurs 20 times a year.

[23LeBronJames23]

Last year Yi this year T-Mac

[BlackBellamy]

Now we all know how T-Mac is spending his down time. On his iPhone swelling his A.S. numbers.

[sook]

This is fucking hilarious.

He was voted as a starter last year as well and even he too realized it would be an embarrasment if he did accept it so he gave it to CP3

[NuGGeTs-FaN]

Melo leading West forwards :clap

[sook]

vote tmac in to watch him get blocked by the rim on a dunk! :)

[djohn2oo8]

What a joke....Tmac gets voted in without playing a single game

[baseline bum]

How the hell is Stoudemire beating Bynum? All-Star voters are fucking retarded.

[djohn2oo8]

Ariza creepin up on Durant

[Double-Up]

Yea I'd much rather Ariza or Brooks make it then T-Mac.

[lefty]

Both player's fans voted hard.

[21_Blessings]

How the hell is Stoudemire beating Bynum? All-Star voters are fucking retarded.

He was on Rome today plugging his site: vote4amare com :lol

[Reeko_Htown]

Vote early and vote often...for McGrady
http://www.nba.com/allstar2010/index.html

[Venti Quattro]

Are Chinese voters also voting for Amare?

[Allanon]

Amare's popular in China.

Perfect timing on releasing these results...Lakers leaving the comfortable confines of Staples Center after Friday.

I think these early All Star voting results will be good for a couple of 20/12 games by Bynum on the road. :lol


Centers:
Amar’e Stoudemire (Pho) 447,776
Andrew Bynum (LAL) 299,484
Nene (Den) 90,439
Marc Gasol (Mem) 75,765
Greg Oden (Por) 73,874
Al Jefferson (Min) 48,676
Antonio McDyess (SA) 46,323
Mehmet Okur (Utah) 35,606
Marcus Camby (LAC) 35,471
Andris Biedrins (GS) 28,287
Emeka Okafor (NO) 19,827
Spencer Hawes (Sac) 10,733.

[TheMACHINE]

bynum will get back up center. gratz bynum!

[Sportstudi]

Shaq being second only behind Howard is a f***in joke. Guys like Lopez or Horford are playing way better than the old Shaqtus right now.

Centers:
Dwight Howard (Orl) 625,279
Shaquille O'Neal (Cle) 206,657
Andrea Bargnani (Tor) 67,310
Al Horford (Atl) 52,747
Andrew Bogut (Mil) 45,920
Brook Lopez (NJ) 39,420
Jermaine O'Neal (Mia) 38,956
Rasheed Wallace (Bos) 36,855
Kendrick Perkins (Bos) 19,408
Brad Miller (Chi) 17,188
Tyson Chandler (Cha) 14,062
Samuel Dalembert, S. (Phi) 13,969

[Double-Up]

Melo leading West forwards :clap

Melo is pimp, I wish you would have traded him instead of Iverson.

[djohn2oo8]

Shaq being second only behind Howard is a f***in joke. Guys like Lopez or Horford are playing way better than the old Shaqtus right now.

Centers:
Dwight Howard (Orl) 625,279
Shaquille O'Neal (Cle) 206,657
Andrea Bargnani (Tor) 67,310
Al Horford (Atl) 52,747
Andrew Bogut (Mil) 45,920
Brook Lopez (NJ) 39,420
Jermaine O'Neal (Mia) 38,956
Rasheed Wallace (Bos) 36,855
Kendrick Perkins (Bos) 19,408
Brad Miller (Chi) 17,188
Tyson Chandler (Cha) 14,062
Samuel Dalembert, S. (Phi) 13,969

Yeah, but the Big Aristotle stole Gilbert's fiance, ,so I guess that automatically makes him an All Star

[HarlemHeat37]

People still complain about All-Star voting?..why?!..it's for the fans, and this is who they're voting for..get over it..being a starter in an All-Star game is meaningless..

LOL @ the racism here too..bunch of Gasols in this bitch..

[Venti Quattro]

Wouldn't it be great if the only game that T-Mac plays this season is the ASG?

[Allanon]

Wouldn't it be great if the only game that T-Mac plays this season is the ASG?

Imagine how much of an Epic Fail it would be if TMac starts in the ASG but hadn't even played a single game for his own team. :lol

[picc84]

Thats why we all should vote for him.

[djohn2oo8]

Thats why we all should vote for him.

Let's do it :downspin:

[crc21209]

Thats it..people shouldnt be allowed to vote in the starters anymore...:lol

[djohn2oo8]

Thats it..people shouldnt be allowed to vote in the starters anymore...:lol

It all went south when David West was voted in :lol

[picc84]

Just voted for tmac. Will do again asap.

[kamikazi_player]

fuck all you T-Mac haters:flipoff
that being said, i don't think he should start as well

[KSeal]

Ariza creepin up on Durant

:lmao Thanks China!!!!

[Chieflion]

Did Magic Johnson play a single game in the 1991-1992 season? Just asking.

[Sportstudi]

:lmao Thanks China!!!!

You can be sure that after T-Mac also Ariza, Scola and Brooks will climb up the standings after the Chinese people saw the first return. I wouldn't even be surprised if they start voting for Hayes in order to make it a starting lineup full of Rockets.

"Well, Yao Ming is out and therefore, we have to make sure that at least he fellas are going to participate." :hat

:lmao:lmao:lmao

[Sportstudi]

Did Magic Johnson play a single game in the 1991-1992 season? Just asking.

No.

[picc84]

I cant wait to see Kyle Lowry grabbing the board off a Garnett miss and taking it coast to coast on Bron and Dwight with Carl Landry trailing him on the break.

[djohn2oo8]

You can be sure that after T-Mac also Ariza, Scola and Brooks will climb up the standings after the Chinese people saw the first return. I wouldn't even be surprised if they start voting for Hayes in order to make it a starting lineup full of Rockets.

"Well, Yao Ming is out and therefore, we have to make sure that at least he fellas are going to participate." :hat

:lmao:lmao:lmao

It's probably because Scola, Ariza, and Landry are playing like all stars, so far....Brooks could be, only if he became more decisive and cut down the turnovers

[Sportstudi]

It's probably because Scola, Ariza, and Landry are playing like all stars, so far....Brooks could be, only if he became more decisive and cut down the turnovers

I'm not denying that they are all playing very well so far, but tbh, I am sure that the "China-effect" has its share.

[djohn2oo8]

it's crazy, because most of the Yao nuthuggers don't like McGrady, yet continue to vote for him

[Sportstudi]

it's crazy, because most of the Yao nuthuggers don't like McGrady, yet continue to vote for him

There was a story about last year's voting on nba.com. A chinese journalist said after the 3rd or 4th return that those players from Houston were benefitting from Yao's popularity. He said something like "Is it fair? Probably not. But it's the way it is." :hat

[KSeal]

It's probably because Scola, Ariza, and Landry are playing like all stars, so far....Brooks could be, only if he became more decisive and cut down the turnovers

It's definitely because they play on the same team as Yao so everyone in China votes for them. Looks at Ariza, Scola and Brooks vote totals, they're way higher then they should be. Ariza scoring 18 points a game on 17 shots and 39% shooting is not playing like an all star.

[Darthkiller]

VOTE FOR NASH, nash is closely behind tmac right now. if you dont want tmac there, just vote for nash.

[picc84]

Tmac.com update


Thu, Dec 10th 2009, 16:39
Thank you!

Hey fans,

I just wanted to extend a huge thank you to the best fans a player could ask for. When I saw the first results for All-Star voting this morning, I was blown away. I know it’s early on in the voting, and there’s a long way to go, but it was an awesome feeling when I heard. I’m honored and humbled that you all have shown me so much love and you continue to support me through everything. From the messages left here on T-Mac.com and on my Facebook page, to all the votes that you have cast for the All-Star game, it’s truly amazing how dedicated and supportive you all are, and I can’t thank you enough for your kind words and the encouragement you send me each day. It makes me that much more determined to be the best player I can be when I get back out there.

Speaking of getting back out there, I’m sure you are anxious for an update. We’re still taking it day by day, but the organization and I are optimistic that I’ll be back out there soon. We aren’t targeting a specific game, but my coach and the trainers and I are working to determine the best time to make my return. As a competitor I want to be out there so badly, but at the same time I trust coach and the staff to help me make the decision that’s in the best interest of my health and the team. It’s still early in the season and everyone has stepped up and the team is playing great, so there is no need to rush things. I’m feeling better and more comfortable every day in practice and I’m getting my fitness back, so it’s just a matter of time now.

Hopefully you’ll see me out there soon!

Anyways, thanks again to the best fans in the world!

Mac

http://t-mac.com/tmac/blogDetail/2188

I hope he's sending out thank you cards with complimentary general tso's chicken.

[mavsluva]

He should be an All Star. Heck, he hasn't missed a shot all season!

[djohn2oo8]

It's definitely because they play on the same team as Yao so everyone in China votes for them. Looks at Ariza, Scola and Brooks vote totals, they're way higher then they should be. Ariza scoring 18 points a game on 17 shots and 39% shooting is not playing like an all star.

Being an all star doesn't consist of only scoring, it's your all round game...He can play defense, and he wasn't signed for his scoring, but for his defense alone. He can be a facilitator, if you watch the games, you will see this.

[wireonfire]

Shaq being second only behind Howard is a f***in joke. Guys like Lopez or Horford are playing way better than the old Shaqtus right now.

Centers:
Dwight Howard (Orl) 625,279
Shaquille O'Neal (Cle) 206,657
Andrea Bargnani (Tor) 67,310
Al Horford (Atl) 52,747
Andrew Bogut (Mil) 45,920
Brook Lopez (NJ) 39,420
Jermaine O'Neal (Mia) 38,956
Rasheed Wallace (Bos) 36,855
Kendrick Perkins (Bos) 19,408
Brad Miller (Chi) 17,188
Tyson Chandler (Cha) 14,062
Samuel Dalembert, S. (Phi) 13,969

I'm wondering why being Yi's teammate hasn't helped Lopez.

[KSeal]

Being an all star doesn't consist of only scoring, it's your all round game...He can play defense, and he wasn't signed for his scoring, but for his defense alone. He can be a facilitator, if you watch the games, you will see this.

The guy is a good player, good defender, but he isn't an all star. Maybe in the future but not this year.

[Danny.Zhu]

I doubt the votes came from China. Subjects about Tmac were not even frequently talked about anymore.

[Chieflion]

No.
Just asking. I was certain he played in the 1992 All-Star game.

[djohn2oo8]

I doubt the votes came from China. Subjects about Tmac were not even frequently talked about anymore.

Instead they use his jerseys for toilet paper

[redzero]

Real Americans vote McGrady. It's the only logical thing to do.

[BRHornet45]

What a joke....Tmac gets voted in without playing a single game

son who is that in your sig ?

[flamingdts]

What's with all the racism?

It's not like America is even considered to be a country with smart people.

[angelbelow]

LoL

[Kai]

bynum will get back up center. gratz bynum!

Backups don't get in from fan voting. If Bynum gets in, it would be from coaches voting, I believe.

[JJ Hickson]

What's with all the racism?

It's not like America is even considered to be a country with smart people.



lol @ this easily offended chinaman. First of all, saying China voted for McGrady has nothing to do with racism you stupid piece of shit. Look that word up in your translator before you use it next time. And I want you to think about how dumb Americans are tomorrow while you're working at your sweat shop job making socks for 3 cents a day. Enjoy living without freedom needle dick.

[boston.balla]

Backups don't get in from fan voting. If Bynum gets in, it would be from coaches voting, I believe.


lol your sig is friggin' hilarious.

[Sportstudi]

Just asking. I was certain he played in the 1992 All-Star game.

Just answering :toast

He did play in the 1992 All-Star game, true. But he did not play any game during that season.

[Chieflion]

Just answering :toast

He did play in the 1992 All-Star game, true. But he did not play any game during that season.
Then I see no reason for Laker fans to complain about T-Mac playing. Those guys can shut up.

[pauls931]

Idiot voters....

must be from China.

Bingo, f'ers can't vote for Yao so they shift to whoever else is on the rockets. Guess it's fair since the NBA probably makes a mint off of them buying NBA gear. Heck, they probably don't even have to pay shipping for most of the stuff....

[djohn2oo8]

son who is that in your sig ?

Son, that is Summer Walker, google her :toast

[djohn2oo8]

Then I see no reason for Laker fans to complain about T-Mac playing. Those guys can shut up.

Because we all know if Kobe was hurt, and hadn't played a game, he'd still get voted in

[djohn2oo8]

shut the fuck up you dumbass, seriously T-Mac was loved by many before getting associated with shit and still there are many people loving him despite his fragility and association with that huge shit.

Plus you're just being a motherfucker when sneering at the country you got born in, that's also what makes your race inferior and you motherfuckers worthless.

Like Orlando, Toronto?

You're a keyboard warrior, fight on, fight on :ihit

[Indazone]

http://t-mac.com/tmac/blogDetail/2188

Hey fans,

I just wanted to extend a huge thank you to the best fans a player could ask for. When I saw the first results for All-Star voting this morning, I was blown away. I know it’s early on in the voting, and there’s a long way to go, but it was an awesome feeling when I heard. I’m honored and humbled that you all have shown me so much love and you continue to support me through everything. From the messages left here on T-Mac.com and on my Facebook page, to all the votes that you have cast for the All-Star game, it’s truly amazing how dedicated and supportive you all are, and I can’t thank you enough for your kind words and the encouragement you send me each day. It makes me that much more determined to be the best player I can be when I get back out there.

Speaking of getting back out there, I’m sure you are anxious for an update. We’re still taking it day by day, but the organization and I are optimistic that I’ll be back out there soon. We aren’t targeting a specific game, but my coach and the trainers and I are working to determine the best time to make my return. As a competitor I want to be out there so badly, but at the same time I trust coach and the staff to help me make the decision that’s in the best interest of my health and the team. It’s still early in the season and everyone has stepped up and the team is playing great, so there is no need to rush things. I’m feeling better and more comfortable every day in practice and I’m getting my fitness back, so it’s just a matter of time now.

Hopefully you’ll see me out there soon!

Anyways, thanks again to the best fans in the world!

Mac





__________________

[Indazone]

Like Orlando, Toronto?

You're a keyboard warrior, fight on, fight on :ihit

lol Djohn falling for Rogue's BS hook line and sinker.

[BlackSwordsMan]

sons where is blair

[Balance]

Considering T-Mac's popularity (world wide, I guess), the Rockets organization should let him play already.
I know the team is doing OK without him, but the guy deserves a chance to prove he's not done yet.

[djohn2oo8]

Considering T-Mac's popularity (world wide, I guess), the Rockets organization should let him play already.
I know the team is doing OK without him, but the guy deserves a chance to prove he's not done yet.

They are not letting him play right now because he is really not ready....Some video was posted online of 2 of their practices, and he couldn't buy a shot, IN PRACTICE! He just has to get back his rythm is all

[djohn2oo8]

lol Djohn falling for Rogue's BS hook line and sinker.

Lol, I know its rogue

[Balance]

They are not letting him play right now because he is really not ready....Some video was posted online of 2 of their practices, and he couldn't buy a shot, IN PRACTICE! He just has to get back his rythm is all

OK, I didn't know that...
(I haven't watched Rockets games, much less their practices... :D)

[Indazone]

Yeah, T-Mac's shot is totally off. He's about the same as Ariza right now and that ain't sayin much.

[DaDakota]

This may be the only chance Tracy gets to wear the Houston Jersey one last time.

So vote away people.....vote away, we don't need him in Houston any more.

DD

[djohn2oo8]

This may be the only chance Tracy gets to wear the Houston Jersey one last time.

So vote away people.....vote away, we don't need him in Houston any more.

DD

They wear the conference jerseys good sir..

[Bukefal]

definitely from China, ridiculous

[Balance]

Fuck, how many Chinamen actually have a computer with internet access.

The question isn't how many people have computer over there (probably a lot), it's how many websites they have access to. Not many. Voting for the NBA All-star may be one of the few things they can do on the Internet. That's sad.... :depressed

[duncan228]

Roundtable: T-Mac's All-Star votes cause a stir (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/basketball/nba/12/15/roundtable/index.html)
SI.com

Tracy McGrady, who has yet to play this season, is on pace to start the All-Star Game based on early returns in fan balloting. What's the best way to select starters for the All-Star Game?

Thomsen: Nothing should be changed. Let the fans stay involved by picking the starters, and let the coaches continue to make amends by filling out the benches. I highly doubt McGrady will finish in the starting lineup, as close as the balloting is at this early stage.

McCallum: Well, let's bring back the soapbox. Any system that has a guy who hasn't played in line for a starting spot is a joke of a system. Let the players and coaches pick the starters. I've been saying that for years. Does anyone really think there would be a huge outcry if Tracy McGrady is not at the All-Star Game, aside from those ignorant fans who still believe the T-Mac hype from six years ago? Let the fans pick the nominees for the sideshows, such as the dunk contest.

Mannix: People, it's an exhibition game. If the fans want to see Jack McCallum don his sweats and post up Steve Nash, I say, Jack, start working out. Every year, fans shell out tens of millions of dollars in tickets, concessions and exorbitant parking costs. For one game -- one meaningless exhibition game in mid-February -- they should be allowed to choose the players they want to see play. Check that, the 10 starters they want to see. Remember, the fans vote for less than half the combined roster. It makes no sense to take that away from them, regardless of who gets in.

Markazi: Let the fans vote, but forget paper ballots. Most vote online or via text anyway. What this will do, aside from saving paper, is enable the NBA to place players that have played in a minimum number of games on the ballot instead of choosing them in the pre-season for printing purposes. There's no reason a player like McGrady should be on the ballot, while a player like Chris Kaman is not, simply because the ballot was made before the season began. That mistake doesn't happen if the ballots are available online after the first month of the season.