OK with the unfortunate end of the Celtic's season I need something to take my mind of off the last game and bad trade proposals. I saw this idea on another website and thought it was interesting, I know there are a lot of soccer fans on these boards and I am curious of your opinions. Comprise a soccer team made up of athletes from the NBA, MLB, NFL and the NHL, you do not have to use a player from every league. Obviously most of these guys don't have any real soccer skills, but whose attributes do you think would translate to the beautiful game? What's your formation and who's playing where and why? Here's mine:
Formation: 3-4-3We are playing all out offense, but the defense is no joke. The midfield would be focused on crisp accurate passing to create opportunities for the guys up front.
Goalkeeper: Dwight HowardWe all know how big he is and how mobile he is for his size, he has a defensive mind and could cover a lot of ground in front of the net.
Centerback: Kevin GarnettA defensive powerhouse with size and speed, not to mention a guy that would really get under the skin of his man. He would relish the role of locking down the opponent's best players.
Leftback: Ray Lewis He's the wily veteran, yeah he's a bit old, but is anyone going to question his will? Defense is his responsibility and he takes it seriously.
Rightback: Ron ArtestAnother thorn in attacking player's sides, good luck getting any separation from him.
Center-defensive-midfielder: Troy PolamaluHe would run rampant in the midfield, just when you think you have space you don't, he closes on you and claims the ball as his own.
Left Midfielder: Deron WilliamsA part of the creative core, excellent passing vision and the ability to create with the ball.
Center Midfielder: Jason KiddHis vision is undeniable, there would never be a doubt as to whether the pass would be in the right place at the right time. His passes would lead to many goals.
Right Midfielder: Chris PaulA part of the creative core, excellent passing vision and the ability to create with the ball.
Left Wing: Terrell OwensSpeed, strength, attacking mindset, he would cause many problems storming down the left side.
Right Wing: Kobe BryantAn offensive nuisance, he's fast and agile and would leave defenders heads spinning.
Striker: Lebron JamesA complete package of speed, size and strength, any ball crossed into his area would be his. Impossible to beat with physicality, and would beat any defender to an open ball.