LeBron overhyped!

[sickdsm]

Look what he's done to Boozer last year and Gooden this year. I've never believed the hype about players but he's the real deal. Lots of guys had some reason to be hyped but he's got more skill, more physical attributes, and 20 times the maturity that any one else has had. That last part is why he will forever be our "gift". He's the reason the interest in the NBA is up.

[exstatic]

At this age, MJ wasn't even in the league yet. I hated the hype he got in HS, but he's the real deal. He's bigger and stronger than MJ ever was. His 25/7/7 certainly reminds me of a more seasoned (26), yet not winning MJ. As soon as Cleveland realizes that they don't need a shooter to pair with him, they need someone to initiate the offense at least 50% of the time a la Scotty Pippin, they will explode.

I actually was watching something on TV about how LeBron's handlers want to limit his exposure, and it's chapping the leagues hide, since he has the squeeky clean image that they desperately need now. Think about it, though. He has the shoe deal, and the endorsement with Coca Cola for their Sprite product. That's it. For interviews, he's very selective, and you get 15 minutes to talk with him. His people are afraid of the Grant Hill/Vinsanity/Kobe overexposure syndrome.

I think the kid has done remarkable well for all the hype that was thrown at him.

[MaNuMaNiAc]

Look what he's done to Boozer last year and Gooden this year. I've never believed the hype about players but he's the real deal. Lots of guys had some reason to be hyped but he's got more skill, more physical attributes, and 20 times the maturity that any one else has had. That last part is why he will forever be our "gift". He's the reason the interest in the NBA is up.

See, this is what I'm talking about!! The kid hasn't won yet, and already he is Jesus reincarnated!! give me a break! what if he sucks during playoff time? what if he never wins anything? I'm not saying he's not good, I'm just saying lets wait before we praise someone for something they haven't done YET!

[sickdsm]

You're all over Manu's jock but you cannot see why this freak of a human speciman is being compared to Jordan? Watch the KID play. And remind yourself that he's a young 20 years old.

[SequSpur]

Manu > Lebron

[adidas11]

He still has a way to go, but honestly, Lebron is the most offensively complete player that I have seen since Larry Bird. And he's basically a Magic Johnson clone, juiced with steroids. He has unreal court vision, BETTER than Jordan. And his athleticism is unbelievable. Has he won anything yet? No. Will he rip it up in the playoffs this spring? Maybe, maybe not. But make no mistake, Lebron is going to own this league in 3 or 4 more years. Bank on it.

[alamo50]

People hating on LeBron......................

[ducks]

now he got his coach fired

[adidas11]

Ducks, you're a nightmare.

[ducks]

I did not start this thread

[ALVAREZ6]

Lebron being compared to MJ=not yet, I would decide after he's past his prime.

Lebron is an amazing 1v1 player. He's probably the best 1v1 player in the league or if not, Kobe and T-Mac are right there.

[nacho estrada]

LeBron James is "King" right now and for good reason. He is having an amazing season statistically especially considering age and experience at 20 years of age. It's truly remarkable how relaxed, focused and controlled Lebron's game is. I agree that only after a career is said and done is actually when you make your comparisons between LBJ and the NBA's all time greats. Anything can happen, and I'll take my chances and get as many rookie cards as I can now. Then again, I also had 40 Bo Jackson cards before he got injured and retired. DAMN!!!

[MaNuMaNiAc]

You're all over Manu's jock but you cannot see why this freak of a human speciman is being compared to Jordan? Watch the KID play. And remind yourself that he's a young 20 years old.

WHAT THE DOES MANU HAVE TO DO WITH ANYTHING!!!!!??? I never said manu was our "gift", or the greatest player, or anything of the sort. Why would you even bring Manu up, except maybe for tha fact that you're lacking concrete arguments about the LeBron vs. MJ discussion and you want to change the damn subject. You're sad really, very sad.

[benjirh]

Lebron is an amazing 1v1 player. He's probably the best 1v1 player in the league or if not, Kobe and T-Mac are right there.

Are you saying he is ONLY a 1v1 player? If you aren't then I am sorry I responded. But if you are, then you are way off. Here is a guy who knows how to play team ball. Not only in his at ude, but also in his game. His court vision is incredible and his passing abilities are top notch. He gets guys the ball not just because he gets doubled but because he knows where everyone is. I am not saying he is as good as MJ or magic. But I do believe that at this rate he will easily catch those guy's level of quality and consistency. He is good. And this comes from a guy who completely doubted him. I didn't think he would be putting up numbers close to this. I thought maybe 20/4/4 if he was lucky. I am a changed man.