The Weirdest Highlight Reel Ever

by Ziller on Jan 27, 2008 7:35 AM PST in Multimedia

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You know,

It's not like we're looking for this guy to fail. I just want him to succeed - he says the right things. His actions in the game weren't that egregiou., Stupid, yes. Self-centered, yes. But in no way Palace-level.

Sometimes you just wish he could step up. I don't think it's going to come from him, though. He needs help, and in a way the team that plays with him has to baby him. Trump his confidence at the small-plays. Maybe the fade-away threes aren't just him trying to show off, but him trying to get some love. If the fans react the same way to him making Kobe give-up the ball, maybe he'll stop doing what Kobe does to get Kobe love.

That's alot to ask from a team though. And (fickle) fans aren't willing to commit that much to their players. Too bad.

We all know what Ron Artest can be. The question is how to maximize his potential. Clearly he's not going to do that by himself. How much investment are we willing to make?

(btw, I'm sure all the trade talks really help him, to feel unwanted - maybe thats why he always insists he wants to stay in Sacramento, but also says things about leaving - trying to please everybody). It's weird. I wish the guy the best-of-luck.

by iashwash on Jan 27, 2008 9:55 AM PST 0 recs

He's still crazy?

That's not fair. This You tube shows to me that Harpring successfully bated Artest into a pushing match. I thought it cool when Ron fouled AK47 and screamed "NO LAYUPS". That's the kind of mentality this team needs when playing defense.

This video shows how valuable Ron is. He's a physical defender that is not afraid to battle against anyone. The rest of the Kings could learn a lesson from Ron.

I say get Ron and Justin down low and watch them beat down anybody who tries to take the ball inside. Ron does not need to be toeing up at the three point line. Leave that up to Martin and Bibby.

by KingsFan on Jan 27, 2008 9:58 AM PST 0 recs

I must agree

with at least a qualification. I didn't see the game (save the first quarter) so I don't know anything that really went on, but to me the title of that video could have just as easily been Matt Harpring: Still a Douchebag, not that we didn't learn that in the playoffs last year. The problem is that this was in Utah, and of course, that is now how the fans took it there. If Ron's temper would have flared up like that at home, I would have been much more accepting of it, but acting like that way in SLC (or anywhere) just makes Ron a heel in a pro wrestling match and gets the fans a reason to keep cheering.

Intensity I like, though see Webber, Chris. QUIET intensity and confidence.. showing up the other team by dominating them and scowling the whole way back up the court. 15 points, 3 assists, and 1 steal (6 O rebounds aside) is not a dominating performance for Artest. Please Ron, SHOW US IN YOUR PLAYING, you've done it before and it's beautiful. At least show the 29 other GMS, I'm done being let down.

the sacramento kings: where joel przybilla happens

by ptgloden on Jan 27, 2008 10:37 AM PST up 0 recs

Different Story

I was at this game here in Utah, and I must say, it seems a lot different watching these clips. First off, the fans in Utah went a little far in my opinion, the way they were heckling and booing Artest. While I was at the game, caught up in the moment, I really was upset at Artest and felt embarrassed. I still want him traded, but I can appreciate the intensity he brings. Most people around the league are just waiting for him to snap, but he can be extremely valuable. Second, as I mentioned in a diary, I have no love for Matt Harpring. He thinks he is so tough because he comes from a "football" family as he always like to tell people. I am not sure if he is told to play the way he does, but I love it when people just take it to him.
Secondly, I was very happy to see Reggie stick up for his team, and point at the ref the way he did. The crowd also loved it, but it was because he got a technical. The people of Utah have no love for our Kings, and just look for reasons to hate us.
TZ, thanks for posting the video. I appreciate being able to see it from a different view.

by spragueito on Jan 27, 2008 12:27 PM PST 0 recs

Lots of talent but

the Kings would definitely be much better off without the drama. Ron plays tough, physical defense with a lot of emotion. His game was clearly effected by the Utah Jazz as they play that way as a team. Most nights we see a confident, talented, and controlled player on the court. Every so often though, we see him play and cringe to think what may happen. Getting tossed was a good thing in this case, as I was concerned he was going to lose it even further. Not the kind of player that a franchise can rely on with a long term lucrative contract. Trade Ron, keep Bibby. We can always take solace in the fact that we are not Knicks.

by gtrman1973 on Jan 27, 2008 12:53 PM PST 0 recs

Ashamed.

I did not get to see the second half on Friday, and now I am glad. I am embarrassed to see someone act like that in a Kings uniform. The chest thumping and yelling is obnoxious. The Kings are too proud a franchise to have a player acting like that. I am not pleased.

Whether we trade him or not, I hope this is his last year in the Kings uniform.

Wait....Why is everybody clapping? Everyone around me is clapping.... I guess I should be clapping too... GO LAKERS!!! I hate living in So Cal

by 27freethrows on Jan 27, 2008 10:18 PM PST 0 recs