By Craig Kwasniewski
Not to rain on the parade of Monta Ellis after dropping a career-high 39 spot on New Jersey and leading the Golden State Warriors to a 121-119 win over New Jersey, but I will.
With a wry smile...
Not because the 39 points that came at home against a below average team from the weak-ass Eastern Conference. Not because he rested on defense against a Jason Kidd that simply doesn't shoot the rock anymore. And definitely not because New Jersey, in the midst of a 7-game losing streak, simply doesn't play defense nor do they have a legitimate big man to guard the hoop.
It's none of that at all... 39 points in the NBA is impressive no matter what the situation is. I won't take that away from Monta... big ups to the little guy!
What's amazing (not ironic, but more coincidental) about the career-high 39 is that Choke-A Monta Ellis scored the exact same 39 points in the ENTIRE Western Conference Semifinals against the Utah Jazz last season.
Yep, 39 points in a 5-game series against Utah or more specifically 7.8 ppg., far less than the 16.8 ppg. he averaged last season. Hey, but he did have more assists in that 5-game series than he did tonight... a whopping 3 to 2. So Golden State fans, if you want to crown Monta... crown him. He is what we thought he was... a regular season baller!
So let's put a nice big "*" right next to Monta Ellis' career-high 39 points* (Just like that!). And do this...
* - in the regular season which equals the total points he scored in the 5-game 2007 Western Conference Semifinals
You're an idiot.
Posted by: Dave | February 09, 2008 at 10:01 PM
I'm glad you are comparing those stats together because you are in the NBA right? Craig Kwasniewski?
And no, Craig, I'm not a warrior's fan.
Posted by: Mark | February 10, 2008 at 03:18 PM
Nice opinion piece, please pull your head out of your ass while you're grasping for straws
Posted by: Rich | February 13, 2008 at 08:56 PM
Your retarded... he just put up 37 last night... against the Suns.... umm.. yeah... your retarded
Posted by: Bobby | February 14, 2008 at 05:22 PM
"Intelligent NBA commentary..."
Stop right there. I'd like to also put an asterisk right after that statement, so it looks like this:
"Intelligent NBA commentary..."*
* = Perceived to be intelligent only by those who actually lack intelligence.
Quite possibly one of the most stupidest basketball blogs that I have had the displeasure of reading in a great while.
Posted by: Jon | February 15, 2008 at 02:23 PM
Wow..all credibility lost on that one.. the guy is 22 and has been to the playoffs once and now he is a "regular season baller".. are you serious?
Posted by: Lew | February 17, 2008 at 10:07 AM
Do you seriously pat yourself on the back after you write articles like this for your self proclaimed "intelligent NBA commentary"?
Somebody should place an "*" next to your name on every article you write so they can avoid wasting time reading it.
Posted by: Craig Kwasniewski* is a douche | February 17, 2008 at 11:56 AM
You are a retarded asshole. Did you know last year was Monta Ellis's second year in the league and the first with decent minutes? Monta was only 21 so of course the pressure would get to him but you just watch this year he will prove your dumb ass wrong.
Posted by: Joshua | February 17, 2008 at 12:14 PM
Nigga fuck you! Monta gets no assists because he plays the two you dumb fuck.
Posted by: Dante | February 17, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Wow do I even have to post what I think about this 'article' considering everyone has already covered everything. Monta has only been in the league for 3 years, he's only 22-years-old, he's only been to the playoffs once, which by the way was in his second season. To top it off this year's monta ellis is far different from the one from last year because he knows his game and he knows his role. Can you really tell me that an asterisk needs to be placed on his 39 point night because he was playing against the Nets. Ok name 5 players in the league that have been in the NBA for only three years that can and have done that both against the Nets and the Suns. His midrange has been compared to rick hamiltons, he's faster than barbosa, and his shooting percentage is comparable to any dominant center who sticks in the paint. I'm not saying put him in MVP considerations. I'm just saying I'm not sure if its possible but he should win Most Improved Player...Again! Without Monta the Warriors wouldn't even be competing for a playoff spot right now. If it was my guess, Craig, your a bitter dallas mavericks fan who thought that where Monta Ellis is now is where Devin Harris should be. But don't worry you don't have to worry about that because "a Jason Kidd that simply doesn't shoot the rock anymore" is taking his place. Lol its just funny thinking that Jason Kidd is not an offensive threat.
Posted by: What | February 17, 2008 at 12:39 PM
you're a fucking douche
Posted by: tim kawakami | February 17, 2008 at 02:07 PM
What a moron. Ellis should be a Junior in College. He has steadily improved throughout his NBA time. Assists from a 2 guard, playing with Baron Davis? Like I said: complete imbecile.
Posted by: jaytee20 | February 17, 2008 at 03:53 PM
I'm not a warriors fan, but that is the most ridiculous statement I've ever heard. Now, you never know, he can end up being a regular season star and a choke artist in the post-season, but you can't tell at this early in his career. Therefore, you shouldn't be saying this statement. Chances are he just choked because he was in the playoffs for the first time ever in his young career. If the warriors make it this year, I expect him to contribute immensely in the post-season.
Posted by: j-rock | February 17, 2008 at 04:57 PM
ok while we're at it, lets completely throw Kobe's 81 point spectacle out the window because it was against that season's Toronto Raptors team.
God you're an idiot.
Posted by: s | February 17, 2008 at 05:55 PM
If you had half a brain you would remove this article before anyone else sees it, save yourself some further embarrassment.
Posted by: del | February 21, 2008 at 01:05 PM
SOMETIMES ITS BETTER TO KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT.
YOU JUST EXPOSED YOURSELF AS AN IDIOT.
HAHAHA, I LOVE WATCHING PEOPLE MAKE THEMSELVES LOOK FOOLISH.
HAHAHA
Posted by: ALL CAPS | February 21, 2008 at 01:07 PM
do yourself a favor and take this article down. worst read ever
Posted by: Craig is a homo | March 08, 2008 at 07:22 PM
That's 2 minutes of my life I can never have back...
Posted by: chad | March 13, 2008 at 09:11 AM
ha ha ur a fuck bag and everyone hates you for this article
Posted by: u fuk | January 21, 2009 at 02:30 PM
craig... you should be shot for writing this.
Posted by: josh smith | March 03, 2009 at 03:43 PM