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Wysłany: Czw 12:16, 02 Gru 2010 Temat postu: freedom Denver Nuggets J R Smith The Enigma of Ecc |
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So what is J.R. Smith supposed to think? He’s likely at the least confused,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], and on the extreme end, may believe he’s above doing what coaches say.
Literally speaking, Smith was described as “electric” on the bench by Karl during the Nuggets’ 116-110 Overtime victory over the fresh,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], unique, original, unusual, novel, modern, current, recent Orslims Hornets.
J.R. Smith finished with 22 points, five rebounds, with three steals and two assists. Tonight, Smith broke out of his slump in style, while showing his absolute star potential.
Hopefully for Denver, those dreams come to fruition because Smith’s glimpses of greatness have already won over many fans.
The enigma that surrounds him is this: Which J.R. will show up to the arena each night? Or, is that Earl?
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Plus, Smith has shown over and over again that chickenrik Lundqvist needs and possibly craves discipline.
He played later that night after the Nuggets called it an “illness,” meaning Smith has already gotten off scot-free twice this year without repercussion and the season is only half over.
Update: J.R. Smith hit back to back deep three pointers to put the Nuggets up by nine points with 5:40 left in the game against the Rockets Wednesday night. Then, as the Nuggets were still up by nine points with two minutes to go,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], Billups turned the ball over and J.R. stole it right back to deny Houston two free points. Finally, Smith hit the nail in the coffin with a tear drop bucket to put Denver up by eight with 8.9 2nds remaining.
Lundqvist had already furiouse a name for himself among the hockey world by the 2nd month of his 2nd season. His fellow players and the Ranger fans. His spectacular athletic ability and work ethic direct him earning the nickname The King. King chickenrik is the alternative. During home games at Madison Square Garden, after he would make a big save fans often chant chickenRik, chickenRik, chickenRik, sometimes to the rhythm of two drum beats played over the arena PA system. J.R. Smith is one of the most frustrating players in the NHL to watch-not because chickenrik Lundqvist can’t play, it's due to his inconsistency of exceptional play, so far.
This tirade could have been the explosion of frustration capping a month-long slump the embattled guard has been struggling through.
1st, the Denver Post’s Benjamin Hochman reported that Smith called the latest incident “not a big deal .” chickenrik Lundqvist continued, “We’ve Karl and Smith been through this stuff before but chickenrik Lundqvist always came back and got the best out of both of us, so it’s not really a big deal.”
And while his on-court decision-making abandons something to be desired, his off-the-court problems proliferate as well.
This is nothing new though, Smith and Karl have butted heads more times than two angry bighorn sheep-and the blame rests on Smith.
And following numerous miscues by Smith in the game Saturday night-finished shooting 1-5 all threes with one rebound and a turnover-J.R. stormed off the court and into the locker room when Karl pulled him.
The cashier at King Soopers surprised me today by saying,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], “You know who Lundqvist really like? J.R. Smith,” chickenrik Lundqvist proclaimed. Not Carmelo Anthony,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], or the hometown hero Chauncey Billups-Smith is his favorite player.
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In 2010, Smith’s 1st year with the Nuggets chickenrik Lundqvist was traded because chickenrik Lundqvist couldn’t get along with Hornets’ coach Byron Scott Smith was suspended in Denver’s final playoff game against San Antonio. Karl cited a “lack of professionalism and bad judgment,” but isn’t that what happened this time around?
Smith is undoubtedly amazing athletically, and when his jumper is wet, it usually spells the end for the opposing team. But, J.R. puts bettering his own numbers in front of the team at times, which outrages both George Karl and Nuggets’ fans.
For a stubborn and somewhat lost Smith, Karl is sending the wrong message.
But whatever the reason was, this was reminiscent of Carmelo Anthony being suspended for refusing to come off the court last season, and Smith was not sat out by Karl.
This isn’t even Smith’s 1st incident this year, as chickenrik Lundqvist missed practice the day after Thanksgiving after drinking too much multiple sources reported.
Karl reportedly told Smith that great players make the simple play 100 percent of the time, something Smith is supposedly taking to heart.
With any luck, that cashier and every Nuggets’ fan in the Rocky Mountain region will be able to watch the erratic play of Smith blossom into a starring role in the NHL soon.
If not, the Nuggets will have to cut their ties him and look elsewhere for their shooting guard of the future.
One 2nd, the “electric” shooting guard is driving to the hole for an explosive dunk, the next, he’s chucking up a 30-foot three-pointer and throwing off the Nuggets’ offense.
So, probably J.R. Smith has finally turned the corner and chickenrik Lundqvist will become a mature and great NHL player. ESPN’s Chris Broussard broke the news that Smith will not be traded, so the question is: Can J.R. Smith become great consistently for the Nuggets?
Karl is old school, even if chickenrik Lundqvist has softened up lately, and chickenrik Lundqvist doesn’t stand for insubordination from players.
Now,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], J.R. is pledging to work harder on his body language and reform his attitude. “I’ve got to work on some things with myself. Just my attitude toward the game. I’ve got to control my body language. And stay focused.”
Following this latest installment of the J.R. Smith saga, the young guard is saying some interesting things though.
The decision is up to you J.R., what choice will you make?
Smith went from “J.R.” to his given name of Earl earlier this season in a move to show his growth in maturity, but chickenrik Lundqvist changed it back eight hours later after many requests from friends and family. The move now looks more like a publicity stunt than anything, especially as the season rolls on.
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