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nameant · Joined: 16 Jun 2005 Posts: 16243

It's gonna be fun and all, but check the percentages this year.

Kapono 51%
Nash 47%
Gibson 47%
Hamilton 47%
Peja 46%
Kobe 35%

mhihi

Kobe better get hot.
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wallangong · Joined: 06 Sep 2005 Posts: 1380 Location: Colorado

what on Earth makes people think Kobe would finish dead last?
he could. but his 3pt % doesn't accurately reflect how good of a shooter he is.
most of his misses from 3 are due to a low shot clock, desperation, or just poor shot choice. Kobe has a great shot and his strength is ridiculous. i donno, i think he's just as likely to win as anyone else.
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stevenwithaV · Joined: 10 Aug 2007 Posts: 192 Location: CA

When Kobe gets hot, he gets hot. He could do very well in this competition. How long will it take him to recover from the dislocated finger, though? That could be the determining factor in his performance in the competition.

blocks · Joined: 02 Apr 2006 Posts: 1005 Location: The Bay, CA

The difference I see is nearly all the others are 'catch and shoot' 3PT shooters, their percentages are heavily influenced by the fact they take a lot of open treys. Kobe on the other hand takes them with the shot clock running down or with a man on him. I think he's got a decent shot if he can get the stroke down.

Xepa · Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 1:26 pm Post subject:

I wish they chose Fisher instead. But I'll be rooting for Kobe.
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Critter · Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 1:27 pm Post subject:

kobe will win

im not worried

Najim · Joined: 06 Feb 2007 Posts: 778

that's a solid solid lineup of players with Nash, Rip, Kobe, Peja, Gibson, and Kapono. It's got both the star-power (4 people who've been All-Stars!) and the pure shooting (5 of the 6 are shooting over 46%!!!!!). I'm excited for this one. I hope Kobe doesn't embarrass himself.
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JSM · Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 1:29 pm Post subject:

Kobe's in it because he's Kobe and Rip is in it because he's an all star and asked. Neither have shot the 3 ball well enough to get in that way.

I don't think Kobe will win, but I'm hoping I'm wrong.

I'd love to see a Kobe vs. Nash showdown.
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Massacre · Clublakers Moderator Joined: 30 Jan 2006 Posts: 10559

I like the blend of guys in the contest. I'm looking forward to seeing how Gibson does in particular. He's a tremendous spot-up shooter from downtown.

Should be interesting.
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Sean · Joined: 29 Jan 2004 Posts: 296 Location: Pomona

top 5 guys this season as of yesterday:

Damon Stoudamire SAS .667
Jason Kapono TOR .510
Anthony Parker TOR .492
James Jones POR .483
Steve Nash PHX .468
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OC Lakerfan · Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 3138

I am rooting for Kobe but I have a feeling Kapono will take it.
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John3:16 · Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 2:17 pm Post subject:

If Kobe wins, he'll be the only 3 point / slam dunk champ in history.
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two0one7 · Joined: 21 Jul 2007 Posts: 8528 Location: Laker Land

If kobe gets hot, watch out. Although, I'm a little worried with his finger.
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KGB · Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 2:38 pm Post subject:

Are you guys really questioning kobe's shot? man3

If kobe gets hot for 1 moment...well lets just see who comes in second.
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tbs · Joined: 17 Aug 2007 Posts: 114

Kobe won't know what to do with himself when he has a wide open 3.

When does that ever happen?

Maybe they can bring Ruben Patterson by to stick a hand in his face so he'll feel at home draining them.

(Worried about that pinkie finger though.)

War Machine · Joined: 01 Feb 2008 Posts: 138

D1ZzY24 · Joined: 04 Jul 2007 Posts: 916 Location: Santa Barbara, CA

As stated before, Kobe either goes on fire and lights up the rest of the competitiors, or IMO, he finishes close to the bottom. I believe it wil lbe the first option. man1

DMK · Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 3:29 pm Post subject:

Booster · Joined: 14 Jan 2008 Posts: 927

Phil stated how when Kobe gets hot, he's hotter then any other player he's ever seen.

For instance:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=FIKJxvMxqYc

crazykobe24 · Joined: 16 Jan 2008 Posts: 258 Location: OC-SoCal

Kobe has a chance if he gets in a streak but I think his legs might get tired on him in the later rounds.

I'm picking Peja to win it.

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KobeShow@CL · Joined: 14 Apr 2006 Posts: 3352 Location: Germany

Imagine he gives a 100% and catches on fire...

I say 19/25

GoldenChocobo · Joined: 22 Jun 2006 Posts: 200

Watch him shoot fade aways. man1

adobo24 · Joined: 07 Jul 2004 Posts: 6796 Location: Los Angeles

Kobe gets to chuck 3's, wo0t!
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nbafan · Joined: 08 Aug 2003 Posts: 3115

kobe will be embarrassed now with the finger injury..

bumrusherer · Joined: 03 Dec 2004 Posts: 8744 Location: Neverland

He best hope his finger heals up. Could be slightly embarrassing if it doesnt.
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nbafan · Joined: 08 Aug 2003 Posts: 3115

^ Kobe should withdraw.. injuries happen.. you are not a wuss if you have to take care of it..

GoldenChocobo · Joined: 22 Jun 2006 Posts: 200

If they have a "contested 3-point shoot-out", Kobe will win. mhihi