I gotta give it to him that move last night was just sickening. The spin past the 2 defenders and the to have to smarts to hang in the air. Most 2nd year players wouldn't hang, they'd just shoot the ball and try to force it to the rim. Good job, Wade.
I know the Jordan comparisons have become cliche, but I swear Wade is the closest thing to 80s Jordan I've seen in quite some time. The only difference is he's a few inches shorter and is asked to setup his teammates more. But his style of play -- attacking the basket, improbable dunks in traffic, feisty one-on-one defense -- is very "Jordan-esque."
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting durvasa:</div><div class="quote_post">I know the Jordan comparisons have become cliche, but I swear Wade is the closest thing to 80s Jordan I've seen in quite some time. The only difference is he's a few inches shorter and is asked to setup his teammates more. But his style of play -- attacking the basket, improbable dunks in traffic, feisty one-on-one defense -- is very "Jordan-esque."</div> Hehe...that's pushing it. In that case, LeBron must BE the 80's Jordan.
I think Wade is closer to 80's Jordan than Lebron by far. You see Wade attacking the basket way more than Lebron, actually it seems that Lebron doesn't attacking the basket that much anymore. He is relying on his pull up jumper and lay up by running the floor. Too me Wade is the better player right now. I think I'm becoming a Wade believer, but I still hate Shaq.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting realdealbneal:</div><div class="quote_post">Hehe...that's pushing it. In that case, LeBron must BE the 80's Jordan.</div> LMAO of course another negative thoughts on a Heat player. Like always
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting WadeDynasty:</div><div class="quote_post">LMAO of course another negative thoughts on a Heat player. Like always </div> Recently, I've been giving Wade alot of credit...go read some of my posts about the guy. Now, if you want to compare him to the 80's Jordan, then go ahead. I just didn't think it was a smart idea, though...since the Bulls (and Jordan) went for 6 years without a championship or an MVP. Shaq doesn't have 6 years.
Wade plays like Jordan? LOL no way, not even close...the kid's got talent but Mike James was gettin past him all night last night...
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting realdealbneal:</div><div class="quote_post">Hehe...that's pushing it. In that case, LeBron must BE the 80's Jordan.</div> LeBron is very good, but he doesn't penetrate the same way Wade does (and Jordan used to). Also, LeBron takes a lot of outside shots, but Wade knows his limitations and mostly takes shots close to the basket, much like Jordan used to when he was young. Wade's game reminds me more of a young Jordan than LeBron's.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting durvasa:</div><div class="quote_post">LeBron is very good, but he doesn't penetrate the same way Wade does (and Jordan used to). Also, LeBron takes a lot of outside shots, but Wade knows his limitations and mostly takes shots close to the basket, much like Jordan used to when he was young. Wade's game reminds me more of a young Jordan than LeBron's.</div> My thoughts as well.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting BODY_COUNT:</div><div class="quote_post">Wade plays like Jordan? LOL no way, not even close...the kid's got talent but Mike James was gettin past him all night last night...</div> Wade had a sore ankle, but he had a bunch of great defensive stops too. Wade's defense will continue to improve, and I bet he'll be getting spots on the all-defense team very soon. What really impresses me about him is his ability to get in the lane and hit shots in traffic, like Jordan used to do. He's shooting 53% from the floor, like Jordan used to, on the same type of shots that Jordan took. I'm not saying that Wade will be as good or better, but his game is very reminiscent of a young Jordan.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting durvasa:</div><div class="quote_post">Wade had a sore ankle, but he had a bunch of great defensive stops too. Wade's defense will continue to improve, and I bet he'll be getting spots on the all-defense team very soon. What really impresses me about him is his ability to get in the lane and hit shots in traffic, like Jordan used to do. He's shooting 53% from the floor, like Jordan used to, on the same type of shots that Jordan took. I'm not saying that Wade will be as good or better, but his game is very reminiscent of a young Jordan.</div> Don't mind those negative posts. They always come in and post something against us.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting WadeDynasty:</div><div class="quote_post">Don't mind those negative posts. They always come in and post something against us.</div> Haha...I'm the only person that posts negatives in here. I also post positives, like I mentioned many times already, but those go unnoticed. What would be the point of even posting in a team forum, if there's nothing to debate? If everything is positive from the Heat, why aren't they undefeated, and why aren't Shaq and Wade putting up 32 PPG each and playing championship-style basketball?
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting realdealbneal:</div><div class="quote_post">Haha...I'm the only person that posts negatives in here. I also post positives, like I mentioned many times already, but those go unnoticed. What would be the point of even posting in a team forum, if there's nothing to debate? If everything is positive from the Heat, why aren't they undefeated, and why aren't Shaq and Wade putting up 32 PPG each and playing championship-style basketball?</div> It's true. It's perfectly fine to post negatives about the Heat as you can do it in a mature, respectful, intelligent way. Remember the JBB Guideline: <div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">JustBBall.com (here on "JBB") is a professional basketball resource that promotes mature, intelligent & respectful discussion in a positive & safe environment for everyone. Staff Members have the right to change any part of these Guidelines at any time without notification. By registering, you agree to all terms listed in these Guidelines.</div> Besides, all good things about the Heat would make the board a bit boring and would restrict others to voicing their opinion. But at the same time, only posting negatives somewhat makes your post and opinion invalid (TheNextJordan8 comes to mind )
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting realdealbneal:</div><div class="quote_post">Haha...I'm the only person that posts negatives in here. I also post positives, like I mentioned many times already, but those go unnoticed. What would be the point of even posting in a team forum, if there's nothing to debate? If everything is positive from the Heat, why aren't they undefeated, and why aren't Shaq and Wade putting up 32 PPG each and playing championship-style basketball?</div> Haha then the debates won't ever ever stop not only in this forum but other team forums. No team in history went undefeated ever so i guess we all should debate about other great teams in the past if we are gonna post about those teams.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting WadeDynasty:</div><div class="quote_post">Haha then the debates won't ever ever stop not only in this forum but other team forums. No team in history went undefeated ever so i guess we all should debate about other great teams in the past if we are gonna post about those teams.</div> Ah, except the Heat aren't great. I guess I better leave YOUR forum again...I must be on everyone's nerves, or just yours. :thumbsdow
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting realdealbneal:</div><div class="quote_post">Ah, except the Heat aren't great. I guess I better leave YOUR forum again...I must be on everyone's nerves, or just yours. :thumbsdow</div> Yeah thx :thumbsup:
I agree that Wade's finesse is much like Jordan, just look at his body control, the way he moves...and his style of play. He didn't put up the numbers like Jordan, but those are only numbers...not many will come into the league averaging 28.2 ppg, 6.5 rpg, 5.9 apg their rookie year
I feel vindicated about my Jordan comment after Wade's last game. 39 points, 8 assists, 4 boards, 3 steals, 2 blocks. Wow. He just needs to work on cutting down his turnovers and hitting his foul shots. I think he and LeBron are the best 2nd year players we've seen since Duncan and Shaq.
Wade was the Nestle Crunch Time Player of the Day yesterday earning 15 crunch points. Shaq tied for 2nd earning 11 crunch points along with Carlos Arroyo, Steve Nash, and Damon Jones. Overall this season, Damon Jones is the #5 crunch time player, Shaq and Wade are tied for #14 along with Ray Allen, Steve Francis, and Jason Terry. About the Crunch Time stat: <div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">The Nestle Crunch Time Stat was designed by the NBA and Nestle to provide an innovative way to measure "Crunch Time" performances -- players who step up when the game is on the line!</div> Here's a link to the stat page - http://www.nba.com/features/nestle/crunch_time_stat.html Heres a video link to some of the clutch moments for Wade in the Utah game - http://broadband.nba.com/cc/playa.php?cont...lt_include.html
Wade is an amazing player. He does seem to have a similar playing style to Jordan. He definetly has a bright future in the league. He has benefitted from having Shaq on his team, but there is no denying that he has greatly improved his game and become one of the top players in the league. Dwyane and LeBron are gonna own this league in a couple years.
