Bryant questionable for All-Star game

[Bruno]

If he is out, Manu will maybe be called.



http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/basketball/nba/02/14/bryant.allstar.ap/index.html?eref=si_nba

Posted: Thursday February 14, 2008 1:34AM; Updated: Thursday February 14, 2008 1:34AM

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Kobe Bryant's finger is still bothering him, and the Lakers star was set to see a doctor in Los Angeles on Thursday to determine whether he'll play in the All-Star game this weekend.

Bryant, who dislocated his right pinkie last week, scored 29 points in 35 minutes in Wednesday's 117-92 win at Minnesota. Bryant sat out the fourth quarter and had the finger X-rayed after the game.

Coach Phil Jackson said he'd prefer Bryant not play in the All-Star game. Bryant said he'll travel to New Orleans for the festivities, but he's probably out for the 3-point contest and isn't sure about suiting up for Sunday's exhibition.

"We'll see what doc has to say," Bryant said.

He was hit on the finger by Minnesota's Rashad McCants while the two were fighting for a second-quarter rebound. After the game, Bryant was wearing a black compression wrap on his hand.

"Every time it gets hit, it swells up again," he said.

[urunobili]

well... after all the minute's he has been playing i'd prefer him to rest. Call Baron Davis or Tyson Chandler or Deron Williams... Manu needs to rest... can a player refuse an invitation because he wants to rest?

[smeagol]

I don't get this thing about resting when it comes to the ASG.

The ASG is a show until the 4th Q. Players play less minutes than in a regular game. I'd say players get tired 25% of what they get tired in a real game.

Am I way off base hear?

I'd say the downside of being in the ASG is that you could be at a beach somewhere, not thinking about basketball (put in economics terms, the cost of opportunity).

[ata]

It is not the game itself only. It is traveling, media etc.

[raspsa]

I think Manu will be very happy to go if invited. We all know how selfless he is and willing to put the team's interest ahead of his own by coming off the bench.
However, having said that, Manu has a healthy ego. He's said he prefers to be a starter. He's a natural showman and what better place to showcase his talents. I think this would be a nice reward for all he's done.

[Taco]

No Let Manu Rest

[bdictjames]

I don't get this thing about resting when it comes to the ASG.

The ASG is a show until the 4th Q. Players play less minutes than in a regular game. I'd say players get tired 25% of what they get tired in a real game.

Am I way off base hear?

I'd say the downside of being in the ASG is that you could be at a beach somewhere, not thinking about basketball (put in economics terms, the cost of opportunity).
Its not just the game, its the media, the events

Manu's better off at his home resting.

[The_Game]

no way manu gets in if kobe sits out

it will be baron.

[carina_gino20]

Right now, I actually don't want him to go. He's been burnt lately with all the minutes he's playing.

[beirmeistr]

Is this what you call the fickle finger of fate?

[angel_luv]

Manu should be at the All Star game. I would love it if he got to go and play.

[Cherry]

Call Baron Davis

[WalterBenitez]

Call BAron Davis, Manu would get a major jackpots in Las Vegas!

[carina_gino20]

Manu's been averaging around 37 minutes in the past 9 games, almost 40 I think in the past 4 games. As much as I want to see him in another ASG, I'd rather he have some R&R.

[Fabbs]

Ploy by Kome and Phil Jackoff to get rest and rob GNob of rest.

Don't go Manu!

[T Park]

Let Manu go to Vegas like he plans, get massages, drinks, gamble.

Forget about basketball for the days ahead manu and rest.

Call up Baron davis and let Ginobili rest.

I wish Duncan would skip it and let someone else go as well.

[polandprzem]

I demand Ginobili to participate !

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

I don't get this thing about resting when it comes to the ASG.

The ASG is a show until the 4th Q. Players play less minutes than in a regular game. I'd say players get tired 25% of what they get tired in a real game.

Am I way off base hear?

I'd say the downside of being in the ASG is that you could be at a beach somewhere, not thinking about basketball (put in economics terms, the cost of opportunity).


Like others have said, I think the ASG weekend is just so busy that the guys don't "get refuel" like they can if they're away from it all for a few days.

Personally I hope he doesn't get the call to participate.

[T Park]

If you guys care about how the Spurs play in the second half of the season wich is FAR more important than a silly all star game, you will hope Ginobili doesn't get the call if Bryant doesn't participate.

[polandprzem]

shit - Parker should go as well


Well really come on.

How can you support an all star game without Finals MVP from tyhe previous year and a guy who is scoring 46 just before the Sunday game?

:jack

[T Park]

Parker should stay RIGHT where he is.

He should stay right on the training table getting treatment.

I can support an all star game very easily knowing the players that matter most to the team are at home resting where they should be..

[polandprzem]

No!

It's an obligation to the fans

[polandprzem]

OK

I'd better say it now.

I was bit teasing.


I've said it before the thread will change into a : "STFU you fuckface, get back to your polish hole dipshit duchebag!"

[smeagol]

Let Manu go to Vegas like he plans, get massages, drinks, gamble.

Forget about basketball for the days ahead manu and rest.

Call up Baron davis and let Ginobili rest.

I wish Duncan would skip it and let someone else go as well.
Maybe he can make a baby . . .

[T Park]

No!

It's an obligation to the fans

They have zero obligation to the fans playing in a meaningless game.

In fact if anything, they are obligated to stay healthy, so they can play well in the second half, so they can win a title.

Wich is something they ARE obligated to the fans to do.

[adidas11]

They are obligated to do both. Play and perform well for their teams, and play in the All-Star game if they are called upon. Their ultimate employer is the National Basketball Association, and the All-Star game is one of their biggest products.

If a player is called upon to attend the All-Star game, they have to go (barring any legit injuries). If the player is healthy enough to play for their team, then they have to play in the All-Star game.

[polandprzem]

They have zero obligation to the fans playing in a meaningless game.

In fact if anything, they are obligated to stay healthy, so they can play well in the second half, so they can win a title.

Wich is something they ARE obligated to the fans to do.

All star game is not meaningless...

But I do not want to get into a conversation with such guru like you are. So I quit.

[T Park]

Poland, how does the All star game hold meaning?

How does it help the SPurs in the standings to win?

How does it improve the team?

Its an exhibition. It means nothing.


I'm sorry that your acting like a child that you won't explain it.

[smeagol]

True.

But it is always nice to have some Spur not named Duncan in the ASG.

But Frankly, I think Manu could care less.

[MmP]

I think both things can give some kind of benefit to Manu.

If Kobe finally goes Manu can take the time off to rest and that for sure will give him the freshness he needs towards the end of the season. If gets invited it's probably gonna be an honor for him and for sure he'll feel good to play it, it could give some extra confidence that in the end could make Manu's game even better.

[nkdlunch]

Manu is on his way to a caribean island. he is not available.

[T Park]

True.

But it is always nice to have some Spur not named Duncan in the ASG.

But Frankly, I think Manu could care less.


Agreed, and I do think its cool as well!

When they aren't though, theres more positives than negatives!!

[T Park]

Manu is on his way to a caribean island. he is not available.

Actually I think I read he was going to Vegas.

Thats where I'd go I know that.

[nkdlunch]

Thats where I'd go I know that.

I hope not. When I went to Vegas rest is the last thing I got.

[himat]

well... after all the minute's he has been playing i'd prefer him to rest. Call Baron Davis or Tyson Chandler or Deron Williams... Manu needs to rest... can a player refuse an invitation because he wants to rest?

Rasheed could not get out of it, so I don't think so.

[polandprzem]

Poland, how does the All star game hold meaning?

How does it help the SPurs in the standings to win?

How does it improve the team?

Its an exhibition. It means nothing.


I'm sorry that your acting like a child that you won't explain it.

Wtf you changed the tone towards me?
Nevermind.


Well I may say that everything you do have a meaning. No matter what you do, and no matter if it's something big or small. It just have an impact.

As for All star game itself. If it is not necessery why would anybody want to play? Why there is an ASG? You don't want it (and if you don't want it the world do not want it)<-- [bit kidded]
The NBA should just do a break. 5 days break or even a week break so the players could realy not to worry about basketball and fans.
The ASW can mean a lot. First aof all for a new nba fans, if they can caught an attenton by noticing this even it's cool. We got new members.
Second - the most important - and I will give my personal feel. I would like to see Tim Duncan smiling and having fun, put some show in front of such big audience and get back relaxed for the remaining of a season.
Get fuel in the tank and run over the leauge. Damn how sad the season would be without that colorfull show?
And how could Tim not gain from that weekend? It's just 20 minutes in this game for him.

One year Karl malone did not wanted to go to the game. He would then pay the fine. But he came - played few minutes and that's it. But for him in a late years the fishing was more fun then the ASG.


As for meaningless. Yup you are proving your points all the time. It's November, dec, Jan, Feb, March etc. Just ine shot. So what the spurs can't even hit the glass to save their lifes (I just saw a lost game vs. warriors after OT sheesh).
In fact - why there is a reagular season? They should put playoff bracket at the begining of a year make a best of 3 series, then mayvbe something will be meaningless?
Why is Pop playing their big 3 through first 4 months of a season?

back to Tony and Manu - I'd rather them stay and refuel where they want this year. Tony is after an injury. manu always needs a rest.

[T Park]

And how could Tim not gain from that weekend?

Coming down on someone's foot and spraining his ankle would not be a big gain.


(I just saw a lost game vs. warriors after OT sheesh).

You just now saw that game?



If it is not necessery why would anybody want to play?

I don't think its necessary, its an exhibition, something for fans that love nothing but dunking and scoring to watch.

I myself get more joy out of my team smoking through the playoffs and winning rings. The point of the whole NBA season.


You like the all star game, thats great.


Chill out though, your so angry. Its just a game.

[Martin R]

I don't get this thing about resting when it comes to the ASG.

The ASG is a show until the 4th Q. Players play less minutes than in a regular game. I'd say players get tired 25% of what they get tired in a real game.

Am I way off base hear?

I'd say the downside of being in the ASG is that you could be at a beach somewhere, not thinking about basketball (put in economics terms, the cost of opportunity).

smeagol,
Manu said once that it's not only the game itself but all the attention and time players need to share with the media doing interviews, photo sessions here, there, etc.
Besides, they lose the chance to rest on a beach or place like that.
it is like a double negative impact.

[Medvedenko]

Like a week rest is going to matter really.....These guys train everyday ulness they are hurt. Regardless if their in the game or not, they are still training.

[polandprzem]

Coming down on someone's foot and spraining his ankle would not be a big gain.
He can sprain his ankles during play with his daughter. All in all he would not be having tapes on ankles right?
In every situation he can sprain an ankle. The possibility is probaby the same
Let him not play till playoffs?



You just now saw that game?

Yup, I found some time to watch it finally.
Frankly speaking I saw like 10 spurs games this season, few to come (vs Pistons in few minutes before going to sleep). Only Boston game I was watching 'live' by stream. You know - early game. So I could afford it. btw. this stream is bullshit. But I have no better solution right now.



I myself get more joy out of my team smoking through the playoffs and winning rings. The point of the whole NBA season.
Who is not?



You like the all star game, thats great.
Yea, because I can see the players in different situation. Having fun etc. And do I care there is less defense and more dunks? Nope. It is interesting. Rooks game is ugly to watch as they are doing the slam dunk cotest, many turnovers etc.

But stars in their own sauce? I can take it.

I have stats , standings, plays and strategy all year long.
It's good to have that refreshing air.



Chill out though, your so angry. Its just a game.
Am I?

PS.I swear you must to smoke some good shit latelly. You haven't called names nobody recently. But you will, you will.

Yup, I can be annoying.

[sabar]

It doesn't matter if he goes or not, he'll probably get the same amount of rest either way. He isn't like Parker who is chilling on a sofa letting his injury heal. He'll either do some basketball at the game or burn himself out in Vegas.... not much rest either way.

Players aren't as fragile as people like to think. Like it's already been said, the guys train nearly every day, break or no break. The only time they get real rest is when they are injured, which is a legit concern (though Ginobili and Duncan get little play time in the ASG anyways).

[nkdlunch]

who said Parker is sittin on a couch??

he is doing chores for Eva I'm sure

[JamStone]

who said Parker is sittin on a couch??

he is doing chores for Eva I'm sure


I think Eva's trying to get Tony pregnant.

[baseline bum]

I don't think Kobe Bryant is the type of player to fake an injury just to get out of the AS game. The only guy I can think of off hand to be a bitch about going was punk-ass Malone when he was pissed about Duncan and Garnett getting voted in as starters.

[baseline bum]

It would be a huge honor to see Manu picked to replace Kobe though. I'm rooting against it a bit with all the minutes he's had to play without Tony in the lineup, but part of me would love to see Manu there again.

[smeagol]

Besides, they lose the chance to rest on a beach or place like that it is like a double negative impact.

Ergo, my opportunity cost comment

[greens]

I would hope that Manu gets to go to the All Stars game if Kobe doesn't play. I know that he has been averaging HUGE minutes lately, but I don't think they'll play him as much during the All Stars game, not when they've got all the other "huge superstars"...So why not? He'll play probably few minutes and get the chance to be in his second All Star appearance...I don't see this as making him exhausted or anything else...Plus, I'm sure it is something he would enjoy with Timmy and now David Robinson attending...That would be really nice.

In my opinion, he deserved it this year...Also, if Kobe doesn't play, I think they might choose another shooting guard because Nash/Paul/Iverson have already been chosen, that's a lot of point guards. While I really like Baron Davis, why have four point guards? There would not be enough shooting guards...

Anyway, we don't even know if Kobe will play or won't play... But I think to say that Manu should not go just because he had played a ton of minutes does not make sense considering there is a tiny chance he will play any big minutes during the All Stars game anyway...I think they'll play the other players more even...

By the way, who decides who goes in place of an injured player? I hear Ray Allen is now going in place of another player...

[T Park]

Yeah Allen is going in place of Caron Butler.

[exstatic]

The league (Stern) picks the injury replacements. I think Tony was picked as an injury replacement one of his two ASGs.

[greens]

Update:

http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5i69nILduNoLZbzQ0slfkJEx-FTIgD8UQEU480


Bryant Has Torn Ligament in Finger

57 minutes ago

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Kobe Bryant was diagnosed with a torn ligament in his right pinkie finger Thursday and the Lakers All-Star has decided not to undergo surgery that could sideline him for six weeks.

The damage occurred when Bryant dislocated the finger at New Jersey on Feb. 5, and was aggravated in Wednesday night's game at Minnesota.

The team said Thursday that the damage was more extensive than first believed. There is a complete tear of the radial collateral ligament and avulsion fracture, in which a small bone fragment had been pulled off by a tendon.

Bryant was examined in Los Angeles by Dr. Steven Shin, a hand specialist who recommended surgery to repair the ligament.

"My current thinking is to give my finger some treatment and rest for a few days, and hope I can still continue to compete at a high level after that rest," Bryant said in statement.

"I would prefer to delay any surgical procedure until after our Lakers season, and this summer's Olympic Games. But this is an injury that myself and the Lakers medical staff will just have to continue to monitor on a day-to-day basis."

It was unclear if Bryant will play in Sunday's All-Game at New Orleans. But he will skip the 3-point shooting contest, with Dirk Nowitzki of Dallas replacing him.



However, I did read that it is looking like he'll still play in the actual game

http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5j7pqkkTIe5LQkW3s4wpkYbNCCGJg


Bryant's injury will not keep him out of Sunday night's all-star game in the New Orleans Arena.


Which doesn't make sense if he actually might require surgery!

[MagnusKrauss]

i'd like Manu to replace Kobe, then refuse to play. (which is what Duncan should do)

and the only thing the Spurs players are required to do is this: win the championship.

not playing the ASG, Dunk or 3-point shootout. Not even having the 1st seed. Just win the championship.

They are not required to entertain us. Just bring that trophy home.

[T Park]

Torn ligament in his finger?

Wow.

[anakha]

The league (Stern) picks the injury replacements. I think Tony was picked as an injury replacement one of his two ASGs.

Coaches' pick both times, IIRC.

[DazedAndConfused]

You're stupid for doubting Kobe. You clearly have no idea who this man is and what he is capable of on the court. Hasn't history shown you anything? This guy has played with far worse bangs and bruises in his career, a pinky injury isn't going to keep him down no matter how much you want him to be.

[polandprzem]

Coaches' pick both times, IIRC.

They changed the rules?

[anakha]

They changed the rules?

I definitely remember Parker was selected by the coaches as an reserve in 2006.

My memory's a little fuzzier on last year's lineup, but checking the roster for the 2007 game, Ray Allen, Carmelo Anthony, Josh Howard, and Mehmet Okur were the West's injury replacements that Stern selected. So that means Parker was selected again by the coaches as a reserve.

[DisgruntledLionFan#54,927]

Is Kobe that stupid? He has a torn ligament and he wants to play in a stupid show boat game? Good thinking Kobe!!!!

It's not up to Kobe. He needs clearance from the NBA to miss the game.

And Kobe should just pull a Ronnie Lott and lop that damn pinkie off. He'd quickly become my favorite player in the league if he did that.

[SA Gunslinger]

"That’s what brings us back to the All-Star game. Stern described it as the NBA’s "Super Bowl."

http://www.blackvoices.com/newsmain/sports/spears/20050301

Stern takes the All-Star Weekend, seriously. It's the one time a year they can really showoff to their corporate sponsors.

[DazedAndConfused]

And love him or hate him but Kobe is pretty much the most popular basketball player in the NBA and by far draws the biggest crowds wherever he goes. No other player in the NBA regularly hears MVP chants during away games.

[Cherry]

And love him or hate him but Kobe is pretty much the most popular basketball player in the NBA and by far draws the biggest crowds wherever he goes. No other player in the NBA regularly hears MVP chants during away games.

Relax, I know who he is, but if he has a torn ligament and wants to play... cross your fingers.

[DazedAndConfused]

Relax, I know who he is, but if he has a torn ligament and wants to play... cross your fingers.

Few players are really 100% come playoff time. Kobe is one of the few that actually elevates his game when injured or sick. We've been talking about this injury a lot on the Laker forums and from guys who've had 1st hand experience with this kind of pinkie dislocation they say it is definitely something you can play through without having surgery. The pain and swelling are the two biggest problems, but apparently those go away after a few weeks. With Kobe's top notch medical team he should be fine.

[carina_gino20]

He can sprain his ankles during play with his daughter. All in all he would not be having tapes on ankles right?
In every situation he can sprain an ankle. The possibility is probaby the same
Let him not play till playoffs?

Bad analogy. That would be a freak accident. What TPark said is a legit concern because when you play when you don't 'have' to, you're just courting disaster.

Bottomline is, the ASG is for marketing. It's great for the fans, it's great for a player's resume, but it's just entertainment. It brings nothing to the long term success of a team.

And here's Manu's All-Star Blog back in 2005: http://www.nba.com/spurs/minuto/allstar05_blog.html

As someone has mentioned, it's not just the game but all the media events and whatnots for the All-Star weekend.

[2centsworth]

Few players are really 100% come playoff time. Kobe is one of the few that actually elevates his game when injured or sick. We've been talking about this injury a lot on the Laker forums and from guys who've had 1st hand experience with this kind of pinkie dislocation they say it is definitely something you can play through without having surgery. The pain and swelling are the two biggest problems, but apparently those go away after a few weeks. With Kobe's top notch medical team he should be fine.
the only reason I want Kobe to sit for the All-Star game is so that maybe Manu will get to play. If Manu isn't selected as the replacement and then it doesn't matter to me.

Also, a torn ligament in Kobe's pinky is going to be tough. He's an awesome player, healthy or hurt, but I would bet his shooting percentages are going to suffer if he doesn't get healthy. If not, then the guy is not human and joins Allen Iverson as one of two alien types when it comes to injuries.

[Rummpd]

You're stupid for doubting Kobe. You clearly have no idea who this man is and what he is capable of on the court. Hasn't history shown you anything? This guy has played with far worse bangs and bruises in his career, a pinky injury isn't going to keep him down no matter how much you want him to be.


Oh Kobe the warrior and Kobe the this and that, Kobe has missed sign time the last few years. Kobe is a media drama queen and he will play this for all he can but the fact is he is injured and does not need the AS as head to head LeBron for one has already showed he can outplay him when it counts! Kobe should sit out for the good of your Lakers, who are an improved team but not nearly as much as the dumb media thinks, that looks at stats vs. defensive softness in the Gasol pickup.

[Medvedenko]

Oh Kobe the warrior and Kobe the this and that, Kobe has missed sign time the last few years. Kobe is a media drama queen and he will play this for all he can but the fact is he is injured and does not need the AS as head to head LeBron for one has already showed he can outplay him when it counts! Kobe should sit out for the good of your Lakers, who are an improved team but not nearly as much as the dumb media thinks, that looks at stats vs. defensive softness in the Gasol pickup.

Thanks for your assessment...yes Kobe should take a few weeks off if he's really hurt. However, if you look at the standings and knowing we are going to get 2 defensive players back in a few weeks, you still make dumb comments. Prior to Bynum's injury we led the West in point diff...actually we still lead the west. We are also a lot better defensive team than people give us credit for. Oh, and the Gasol pick up is huge and if you can't see it, than too bad because it really doesn't matter what you or I think.

[Kindergarten Cop]

It is not the game itself only. It is traveling, media etc.

ata, who are the guys in your sig? I'm assuming that the defender is Milic, but who is the other?

[timmy21_4rings]

I definitely remember Parker was selected by the coaches as an reserve in 2006.



100% correct...

[polandprzem]

Bad analogy. That would be a freak accident. What TPark said is a legit concern because when you play when you don't 'have' to, you're just courting disaster.

And when players play and sprain ankles it's not an accident right?

Shit may happen everywhere.

I never heard of players that did not want to play because they are afraid to get injured.

btw. I don't want to look up into the history of the ASG, but how many players were injured during all those games?

[MmP]

You're stupid for doubting Kobe. You clearly have no idea who this man is and what he is capable of on the court. Hasn't history shown you anything? This guy has played with far worse bangs and bruises in his career, a pinky injury isn't going to keep him down no matter how much you want him to be.
There's no doubt that guy can play and has heart, at all! But many of us think that is bad for him to play this game (that means basicaly nothing) and to take a risk for a more serious injury. Although I don't know how serious or bad the injury is.

[MajicMan]

The league is making him play. Sorry Spurs fans and Manu fans. I would rather Kobe sit out but if he doesn't play he'll be suspended one game.


The Lakers revealed the truth in a severe and alarming fashion to facilitate Bryant's exclusion from All-Star Weekend activities. The severity of his injury is accurate but as the team just finished a lengthy nine-game road trip, they would very much like to see him completely inactive until after the break.

Since Bryant didn't miss any games and isn't expected to going forward (assuming he can continue to adjust to the injury), the NBA isn't willing to give Bryant an All-Star pass - although he was replaced by Dirk Nowitzki in the three-point shooting contest. Sitting out the event would result in at least a one-game suspension for Bryant so the show will go on.

Of course LA has the benefit of former-Laker and New Orleans Hornets Head Coach Byron Scott in charge of the West's squad. He'll honor Bryant's request for limited minutes. Bryant and Scott are very tight dating back to Bryant's rookie season when they were teammates.


source (http://www.hoopsworld.com/Story.asp?STORY_ID=7423)

[ManuTim_best of Fwiendz]

The Lakers are trying to make a plea for Kobe to sit out, but the league doesn't want to do to screw up the business/ratings of the AS event. That's just the way it goes when you're one of the faces of the NBA.


I don't understand why Stern likes to champion the AS celebration. It used to be televised on NBC, on national t.v. now it's been regulated to cable for the past decade. :lol

[anakha]

The league is making him play. Sorry Spurs fans and Manu fans. I would rather Kobe sit out but if he doesn't play he'll be suspended one game.


source (http://www.hoopsworld.com/Story.asp?STORY_ID=7423)

Then give him some token minutes at the start and sit him the rest of the game. Minimizes injury risk, and Stern gets his wish.

[MajicMan]

Then give him some token minutes at the start and sit him the rest of the game. Minimizes injury risk, and Stern gets his wish.
Right but Manu doesn't get to play. If he didn't play at all Manu gets to play. That would be better for you guys.

[anakha]

Right but Manu doesn't get to play. If he didn't play at all Manu gets to play. That would be better for you guys.

Nah, I'd rather have Ginobili not be on the All-Star team at all. If only due to the extended minutes he's been playing lately.

[Medvedenko]

Fuck that....spurs fans saying they don't want Manu to be a part of the all-star game. Bullshit I say.

[carina_gino20]

And when players play and sprain ankles it's not an accident right?

Shit may happen everywhere.

I never heard of players that did not want to play because they are afraid to get injured.


you still don't get it. They play the regular season and playoff games because you don't get to the finish line without running the race. And they accept that injuries are a part of it. But the ASG is just a detour. It's unnecessary for the success of the team. Again, if you play a game that is practically useless, you're just courting disaster.

[anakha]

Fuck that....spurs fans saying they don't want Manu to be a part of the all-star game. Bullshit I say.


If only due to the extended minutes he's been playing lately.

Capisce?

[polandprzem]

you still don't get it. They play the regular season and playoff games because you don't get to the finish line without running the race. And they accept that injuries are a part of it. But the ASG is just a detour. It's unnecessary for the success of the team. Again, if you play a game that is practically useless, you're just courting disaster.

How many disasters happend in a history of an NBA?