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  1. magnifier661

    magnifier661 B-A-N-A-N-A-S!

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    Heart of a Lion, defense like an animal, and just so fun to watch.

    I hope he stays healthy all season. He's gonna be our x factor
     
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    I was just goin to start a thread and ask if he's playin the best ball of his career, I say yes
     
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    magnifier661 B-A-N-A-N-A-S!

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    The sac coach being interviewed and they asked him about Aldridge. He replied "everyone keeps talking about Lillard and Aldridge, but Matthews was the game changer. He's the toughest 2 guard in the league."
     
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    Who doesn't think Wes = Top 10 SG?

    I've long argued that he is unquestionably a Top 10 SG. But that that distinction is mostly an indictment against the talent level of the position. But this season I think he's earning the distinction, more than it just falling to him due to lack of competition. He really has added new depth to his game. In the past I've been willing (but not eager) to include him in a trade - but at this point, unless the trade upgrades the SG spot (or is for a SG we hope blossoms into a star), I don't know that I'd include Wes.
     
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    hmmm, were there some preseason Q's about him?
     
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    Started a similar thread - mods can merge if they're so inclined.
     
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    magnifier661 B-A-N-A-N-A-S!

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    Yep. I seriously questioned his heart and I'm glad he made me look like a fool
     
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    magnifier661 B-A-N-A-N-A-S!

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    Re: Who doesn't think Wes = Top 10 SG?

    He making a strong case this season! I'm loving it
     
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    Re: Who doesn't think Wes = Top 10 SG?

    And yet he's the first player you always want to trade.
     
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    magnifier661 B-A-N-A-N-A-S!

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    Re: Who doesn't think Wes = Top 10 SG?

    Yep because I am a fool
     
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    Re: Who doesn't think Wes = Top 10 SG?

    it's called Magsitis, serious disease,he can't help himelf
     
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    I am a little surprised at how quickly he turned it on. He looked went from extreme to the other. He is playing well. As is LMA
     
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    might be his best game goin inside I have seen
     
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    If Matthews wants to be considered as a good shooting guard he should grow a beard.
     
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    that layup was really nice. Hope he keeps it up, because he can be inconsistent.
     
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    Well the last time I asked this question in the forum (11-02-2012 08:16 PM to be exact) people got a chuckle out of it but I'll ask again. Whats the chance Wesley Mathews makes the All Star team?
     
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    Since there's a fan vote, not a chance.

    But there are coaches, so...
     
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    You fool! :smiley-slap:

    Questioning his ability I can see, but questioning his heart? Never.
     
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    Yeah I see that. I sure hope he keeps it up
     
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    He's already got a mo, a soul patch, and a goatee; you saying he needs to grow them out?
     
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