NBA GM's Rankings of Celtics

[SHAQATTACK]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

[wdleehi]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

I don't understand?  He was picked third ahead of Deron Williams, Steve Nash and Tony Parker. 


How is that disrespect?

[guava_wrench]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

Or maybe you might have the bias problem.

[Vermont Green]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

Sorry, I just don't buy this.  It has nothing to do with media bias or anything else that up to this point in his career, Rondo can't shoot.  Other teams don't even cover him.  If he continues to shoot like he has in the preseason, that will be a game changer.  Rondo's assist stats may go down this year but the Celtics will be better.  His improved shooting will draw the defense out and other people will get better shots but it will be after 2 or 3 passes, not just one pass from Rondo.  I hope Rondo gets this and is OK with this.  I think he will be.

[scaryjerry]

What has chris Paul done other then quitting on the hornets once they let tyson chandler go and been a fraud cheap shot artist  on teams that are first round playoff fodder? Apparently raising your level of play every playoff and being the the best playoff performer other then lebron doesn't beat out a fraudulant flopping Carlton banks lookalike

[scaryjerry]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

I don't understand?  He was picked third ahead of Deron Williams, Steve Nash and Tony Parker. 


How is that disrespect?

True...but why is Chris Paul still considered the best and put on a pedestal when he hasn't been great or even made the 2nd round of the playoffs since his only great season in 2007 when he had tyson chandler and ALMOST won mvp? Hes injury prone and a quitter Id rather see dwills name ahead of rondos

[CelticG1]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

I don't understand?  He was picked third ahead of Deron Williams, Steve Nash and Tony Parker. 


How is that disrespect?

True...but why is Chris Paul still considered the best and put on a pedestal when he hasn't been great or even made the 2nd round of the playoffs since his only great season in 2007 when he had tyson chandler and ALMOST won mvp? Hes injury prone and a quitter Id rather see dwills name ahead of rondos

Although I may put CP above Rondo im wondering how many more years and excuses people will make for CP if it continues to not lead his team anywhere.

People talk about how freest Rondo's teammates have been but give me a break Pierce is 35 and KG is 36 its not like they are at HOF level right now.

As Rondos teammates have got worse Rondo has dramatically improved. Its not like he was playing with Lebron and Wade in their prime or something. People thought KG was retiring after last year.

If Paul doesn't do much again this year as far as team play he will drop further down in peoples minds or it should

[kp4000]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

I don't understand?  He was picked third ahead of Deron Williams, Steve Nash and Tony Parker. 


How is that disrespect?

True...but why is Chris Paul still considered the best and put on a pedestal when he hasn't been great or even made the 2nd round of the playoffs since his only great season in 2007 when he had tyson chandler and ALMOST won mvp? Hes injury prone and a quitter Id rather see dwills name ahead of rondos

Although I may put CP above Rondo im wondering how many more years and excuses people will make for CP if it continues to not lead his team anywhere.

People talk about how freest Rondo's teammates have been but give me a break Pierce is 35 and KG is 36 its not like they are at HOF level right now.

As Rondos teammates have got worse Rondo has dramatically improved. Its not like he was playing with Lebron and Wade in their prime or something. People thought KG was retiring after last year.

If Paul doesn't do much again this year as far as team play he will drop further down in peoples minds or it should

People talk about how freest Rondo's teammates have been but give me a break Pierce is 35 and KG is 36 its not like they are at HOF level right now.

As Rondos teammates have got worse Rondo has dramatically improved. Its not like he was playing with Lebron and Wade in their prime or something. People thought KG was retiring after last year.

What are u talking about, dude? I must be reading your paragraph wrong, but did u just say Pierce, 35, and KG, 36, it's not like they're at HOF level right now. So what level are they? How long have u been watching basketball or the Celtics play, becaus they is an absurd comment. It's not like Rondo is playing Wade and Lebron in their prime?

In case u forgot Ainge accquired KG, 31, Allen 32, and Pierce,30, technically that's prime maybe not as prime as 20's to late 20's. I think Rondo playing along side the Big 3 actaully help develop Rondo into the player he is today.
   

[sofutomygaha]

Anyone else want to do their own ballots? I'll start-

PREDICTIONS

Which team will win the 2013 NBA Finals?
Lakers

Which team will win the Eastern Conference?
Celtics

Which team will win the Western Conference?
Lakers

Which team will win the Atlantic Division?
Celtics

Which team will win the Central Division?
Pacers

Which team will win the Southeast Division?
Miami

Which team will win the Southwest Division?
Spurs

Which team will win the Northwest Division?
Nuggets

Which team will win the Pacific Division?
Lakers


PLAYERS

Who will win the 2012-13 MVP?
Dwight Howard

If you were starting a franchise today and could sign any player in the NBA, who would it be?
Lebron James

Which player forces opposing coaches to make the most adjustments?
Howard

Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2012-13?
JaVale McGee

Who is the best point guard in the NBA?
Rajon Rondo

Who is the best shooting guard in the NBA?
James Harden

Who is the best small forward in the NBA?
LeBron James

Who is the best power forward in the NBA?
Kevin Love

Who is the best center in the NBA?
Dwight Howard


OFFSEASON MOVES

Which team made the best overall moves this offseason?
Lakers

Which one player acquisition will make the biggest impact?
Dwight Howard

What was the most underrated player acquisition?
Andrei Kirilenko

Which team will be most improved in 2012-13?
Minnesota

What was the most surprising move of the offseason?
Knicks passing on Jeremy Lin


ROOKIES & INTERNATIONAL

Who will win 2012-13 Rookie of the Year?
Davis

Which rookie will be the best player in five years?
Fab Melo, no just kidding, it's Harrison Barnes

Which rookie is the most athletic?
Thomas Robinson

Which rookie is most likely to be a "sleeper" success?
Motiejunas

Who is the best international player in the NBA?
Dirk

Which international player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2012-13?
Pekovic, unless you think he already broke out

Who is the best international player NOT in the NBA?
Bo McCalebb


DEFENSE

Who is the best defensive player in the NBA?
Dwight Howard

Who is the best perimeter defender in the NBA?
Avery Bradley

Who is the best interior defender in the NBA?
Dwight Howard

Which is the best defensive team in the NBA?
it's Boston now!

COACHES

Who is the best head coach in the NBA?
Popovich

Which head coach is the best manager/motivator of people?
Popovich

Which head coach makes the best in-game adjustments?
Popovich

Which head coach runs the best offense?
Karl

Which head coach has the best defensive schemes?
Thibodeau

Who is the best assistant coach in the NBA?
I have no idea

Which active player will make the best head coach someday?
Steve Nash

MISCELLANEOUS

Which team is the most fun to watch?
Minnesota with Rubio, otherwise Denver

Which team has the best home-court advantage?
Denver

Which player is the most athletic?
Dwight Howard

Which player is the best pure shooter?
Steve Novak

Which player is the fastest with the ball?
Ty Lawson

Which player is best at moving without the ball?
Tyson Chandler

Which player is the best at getting his own shot?
Kevin Durant

Which player is the best offensive rebounder?
Kevin Love

Which player is the best passer?
Rajon Rondo

Which player is the most dangerous in the open floor?
LeBron James

Which player is the best finisher?
James Harden

Which player makes the most of limited natural ability?
Chuck Hayes

Who is the toughest player in the NBA?
Kevin Garnett

Which player is the best leader?
Keving Garnett

Which player has the best basketball IQ?
Jason Kidd

Which player would you want taking a shot with the game on the line?
Steve Novak

[indeedproceed]

Cant pick yourself.

[BballTim]

What are u talking about, dude? I must be reading your paragraph wrong, but did u just say Pierce, 35, and KG, 36, it's not like they're at HOF level right now. So what level are they? How long have u been watching basketball or the Celtics play, becaus they is an absurd comment. It's not like Rondo is playing Wade and Lebron in their prime?

  Over the last 3 years (combined) PP has averaged 19/5/4 and KG's averaged 15/8/3. I don't know that those are really HOF level numbers.

[celtsfan84]

PREDICTIONS

Which team will win the 2013 NBA Finals?
Lakers

Which team will win the Eastern Conference?
HEAT

Which team will win the Western Conference?
Lakers

Which team will win the Atlantic Division?
Celtics

Which team will win the Central Division?
Bulls

Which team will win the Southeast Division?
HEAT

Which team will win the Southwest Division?
Spurs

Which team will win the Northwest Division?
Thunder

Which team will win the Pacific Division?
Lakers

PLAYERS

Who will win the 2012-13 MVP?
LeBron James

If you were starting a franchise today and could sign any player in the NBA, who would it be?
Lebron James

Which player forces opposing coaches to make the most adjustments?
Dwight Howard

Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2012-13?
Jonas Valanciunas

Who is the best point guard in the NBA?
Chris Paul

Who is the best shooting guard in the NBA?
Kobe Bryant

Who is the best small forward in the NBA?
LeBron James

Who is the best power forward in the NBA?
Dirk Nowitzki

Who is the best center in the NBA?
Dwight Howard

OFFSEASON MOVES

Which team made the best overall moves this offseason?
Lakers

Which one player acquisition will make the biggest impact?
Dwight Howard

What was the most underrated player acquisition?
Lou Williams

Which team will be most improved in 2012-13?
Nets

What was the most surprising move of the offseason?
Andrew Bynum traded to the 76ers

ROOKIES & INTERNATIONAL

Who will win 2012-13 Rookie of the Year?
Anthony Davis

Which rookie will be the best player in five years?
Jonas Valanciunas

Which rookie is the most athletic?
Andre Drummond

Which rookie is most likely to be a "sleeper" success?
Jared Sullinger

Who is the best international player in the NBA?
Dirk Nowitzki

Which international player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2012-13?
Nikola Pekovic

DEFENSE

Who is the best defensive player in the NBA?
Dwight Howard

Who is the best perimeter defender in the NBA?
LeBron James

Who is the best interior defender in the NBA?
Dwight Howard

Which is the best defensive team in the NBA?
Celtics

COACHES

Who is the best head coach in the NBA?
Gregg Popovich

Which head coach is the best manager/motivator of people?
Gregg Popovich

Which head coach makes the best in-game adjustments?
Gregg Popovich

Which head coach runs the best offense?
Rick Adelman

Which head coach has the best defensive schemes?
Tom Thibodeau

Which active player will make the best head coach someday?
Derek Fisher

MISCELLANEOUS

Which team is the most fun to watch?
Spurs

Which team has the best home-court advantage?
Nuggets

Which player is the most athletic?
LeBron James

Which player is the best pure shooter?
Ray Allen

Which player is the fastest with the ball?
Ty Lawson

Which player is best at moving without the ball?
Ray Allen

Which player is the best at getting his own shot?
Carmelo Anthony

Which player is the best offensive rebounder?
Kevin Love

Which player is the best passer?
Chris Paul

Which player is the most dangerous in the open floor?
LeBron James

Which player is the best finisher?
LeBron James

Which player makes the most of limited natural ability?
Shane Battier

Who is the toughest player in the NBA?
Kurt Thomas

Which player is the best leader?
Steve Nash

Which player has the best basketball IQ?
Jason Kidd

Which player would you want taking a shot with the game on the line?
Dirk Nowitzki

[LarBrd33]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

There's no anti-Boston bias.  We're a premiere franchise in the NBA.  Most of the media is located East.  Our fanbase is massive.  If anything, there's a bias towards Boston players.  Rondo gets plenty of media compared to some other elite point guards like Deron Williams.

Chris Paul is superior to Rondo in almost every way.  Rondo's a great player, though and this might be a huge year for him.

[j804]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

There's no anti-Boston bias.  We're a premiere franchise in the NBA.  Most of the media is located East.  Our fanbase is massive. Chris Paul is superior to Rondo in almost every way.  Rondo's a great player, though and this might be a huge year for him.

Rofl you like stirring stuff up just to do it huh

[LarBrd33]

Rondo isn't going to get the respect he deserves , he isn't the media darling that CP3 is , and media seems biased in hating on the Celtics period IMO.

Rondo, being a Celtic is going to have work twice as heard as a west coast guard to be reconized in the same light as CP3 . 

Rondos team is going to have to have a GREAT year , for ROndo to get the great reviews from outisde the Celtic fan club.

I just think the general media /expert bias towards Celtics is such that Rondo will have to hang two more banners with BOston to overcome the inherit bias and hate .

I don't understand?  He was picked third ahead of Deron Williams, Steve Nash and Tony Parker. 


How is that disrespect?

True...but why is Chris Paul still considered the best and put on a pedestal when he hasn't been great or even made the 2nd round of the playoffs since his only great season in 2007 when he had tyson chandler and ALMOST won mvp? Hes injury prone and a quitter Id rather see dwills name ahead of rondos

Chris Paul is considered the best, because he is the best.  Clippers were a 32 win team without him... a 50 win team with him.  The Hornets went from a consistent playoff team to dead-last in the West when CP3 left.  His averages of 20 points, 9 assists, 2.5 steals on 48% shooting, 38% from three and 86% from the line still put him statistically as the best point guard in the league.  He was picked 1st team All-NBA and All-Defense 1st team.  He's widely thought to be the best leader in all of Basketball and his ability to absolutely take over a game late is already legendary. 

He was dealing with injuries in the playoffs.  Chris Paul is underrated.