Final Grades and Performance Reviews

Written by Daniel Buerge on 06/24/2010 in Editorials - 12 Comments

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Jordan Farmar:

In what very well may prove to be his final year as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, Jordan Farmar proved that he may be willing to be the starting guard on an NBA franchise. Farmar showed flashes of brilliance and heart, never more evident than in the NBA Finals when he was seen multiple times diving to the floor after the ball, sacrificing his body for the team and the glory.

Farmar still faced plenty of criticism for his inconsistency. At times he was a solid shooter from outside, but the made baskets seemed to go to his head and were quickly followed by a mental gaffe. If Farmar does want to lead an NBA team from the point guard position, he has a lot of maturing to do before he should be handed the keys to the car.

With that being said, however, Farmar was still an important part of the Lakers come-back in the Finals, providing strength and energy off the bench in Game 6 and hustle and heart in Game 7. The tandem of Farmar and Shannon Brown proved worthy replacements for Derek Fisher when the veteran guard needed a breather. Farmar’s solid but generally sporadic play throughout the season earns him a grade of a C, with plenty of room for improvement.

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Comments

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Jason

No way, A-/B+ at the utmost minimum. Many believe that Gasol was actually the MVP of the finals and they have a valid point.
Jason

No way, A-/B+ at the utmost minimum. Many believe that Gasol was actually the MVP of the finals and they have a valid point.
Mike

If Fish gets a B+ (#2 productive player), while the injured Bynum gets a C, then this Article gets a D.
Mike

If Fish gets a B+ (#2 productive player), while the injured Bynum gets a C, then this Article gets a D.
http://www.laballtalk.com Daniel

I’m sorry to say, but these have to be the worst ranking I’ve ever seen? What is this even based on? You’ve got to be joking if Pau doesn’t receive an A, or at minimum an A- for his contributions to this team. Bynum had injuries but definitely performed at a B+. Ron Artest didn’t have a great season, along with Lamar Odom, and they both deserve C- or below. Let’s not forget, C is average, therefore these players should be based on their performance, how they measure up against other players at their position, other players on the team at that position, their ability to perform in the clutch when it mattered most, their locker room presence, and whether they matched or exceeded expectations that we set forth for them prior to the season’s start. Looks more like a popularity contest to me. These are the kinds of articles that inspire me to get back into writing again.

Thanks!

BTW, great job with the site! I may not entirely agree with the content, but keep it coming. You guys are doing a great job!
http://www.laballtalk.com Daniel

I’m sorry to say, but these have to be the worst ranking I’ve ever seen? What is this even based on? You’ve got to be joking if Pau doesn’t receive an A, or at minimum an A- for his contributions to this team. Bynum had injuries but definitely performed at a B+. Ron Artest didn’t have a great season, along with Lamar Odom, and they both deserve C- or below. Let’s not forget, C is average, therefore these players should be based on their performance, how they measure up against other players at their position, other players on the team at that position, their ability to perform in the clutch when it mattered most, their locker room presence, and whether they matched or exceeded expectations that we set forth for them prior to the season’s start. Looks more like a popularity contest to me. These are the kinds of articles that inspire me to get back into writing again.

Thanks!

BTW, great job with the site! I may not entirely agree with the content, but keep it coming. You guys are doing a great job!
JM

I don’t understand why people keep calling what Vujacic did to Dragic an elbow. Dragic’s head was over vujacic’s shoulder. Vujacic lifted his arm and bumped his shoulder into dragic’s chin (admittedly a stupid move). Dragic then took an awful dive, crumpling to the floor like he had just been hit by mike tyson. When I saw that the refs were watching the replay I expected them to penalize Dragic for diving, but it definitely wasn’t an “elbow.” If you have to say Vujacic HIT Dragic at least say it was a shoulder.
JM

I don’t understand why people keep calling what Vujacic did to Dragic an elbow. Dragic’s head was over vujacic’s shoulder. Vujacic lifted his arm and bumped his shoulder into dragic’s chin (admittedly a stupid move). Dragic then took an awful dive, crumpling to the floor like he had just been hit by mike tyson. When I saw that the refs were watching the replay I expected them to penalize Dragic for diving, but it definitely wasn’t an “elbow.” If you have to say Vujacic HIT Dragic at least say it was a shoulder.
http://www.paulsgroove.com Paul Douglas

They all get a A+,there back to back Champions for Pete sake!,slow down people slow down!!!
http://www.paulsgroove.com Paul Douglas

They all get a A+,there back to back Champions for Pete sake!,slow down people slow down!!!
http://twitter.com/kevtenseah markkhevinaustria

kobe must still be the mvp for all his hardwork and effort.. and ofcourse leadership.. you must see the finals series not for only a game
http://twitter.com/kevtenseah markkhevinaustria

kobe must still be the mvp for all his hardwork and effort.. and ofcourse leadership.. you must see the finals series not for only a game