RE: Walker

["Kevin Robertson" <kroberts@asid.org>]

What do you mean he doesn't make the players around him better? He is the leader of the team and though it is only his second year, he is showing the capabilities. Just his presence on the court in most cases requires a double team, and that provides easy baskets for everyone else. Hell, Jordan doesn't make players beter by passing off to them (heaven knows he wouldn't do that, look at his shooting percentage) and he's one of the best ever.

 

Not every Celtic can be Larry Bird, so don't push him out of Boston because he feels the pressure to be Larry Bird. Don't compare the boy to anyone, because he has to find his own identity. He's not Larry or Magic or MJ or anyone else. Don't pigeonhole him.

 

As for his foul shooting, I can remember another Celts legend who while collecting three championship rings couldn't hit the rim from the foul line if he tried, but he sure knew how to play against Kareem. Matter of fact, I think his number is retired this year. So don't be quick to down 'toine. He deserves better.

 

Kevin  krobertson@asid.org