Age Discrimination

[mark at 10thumbs.org]

I don't see Doc's comments as anything more than a coach trying to keep
his best young player from getting to big a head... Nothing he said was
untrue... Al's not "an all-star" yet, whatever that metric is -- but is
clearly knocking on that door.

need proof? This from hoopshype:

Additionally, there will be an elite team of young NBA players brought in
to scrimmage Team USA, and the Celtics' Al Jefferson will get a call.
"He's on my list," said Team USA honcho Jerry Colangelo. The final, 12-man
roster for the Olympic qualifier does not have to be submitted to FIBA
until Aug. 21, the day before the tourney starts. (Boston Globe)

Clearly folks around the league see how good Jefferson is and how much
better he can become.

(the other) mark



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No, didn't see it.

For me, the entire argument isn't "all-star" - it's production and age. The
all-star game is a popularity contest with limited spots and restrictions.
Production and age are verifiable measurements.

At Al's age and with his production the piece coming back needs to be of
very high value because most likely that piece is advancing in age (the
Garnett angle) and will place you squarely in a "must win now at all costs"
mind set. Doesn't mean I wouldn't pull the trigger, but at the same time
would expect due diligence in examining the fact that you're losing a 17/10
guy who has at the very least ten more productive years.

All-star is a useless label and should be treated as such.
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Did anyone see the article with Doc's comments in regards to trade talk that
Celtic Nation was acting as if Al was a 5 time all-star?