As one sports writer puts it:  Kobe the Champ meets Lebron the Challenger

No other NBA game on Dec. 25 (Saturday in Manila) matters more than the one pitting the Lakers against the Cavaliers. On Christmas day in Los Angeles, Kobe Bryant faces LeBron James.

You know what the saddest thing about this hype fest has been?  I see nearly zero mentions of Shaquille O’Neal in this entire tirade leading up to  this game.  He’s gotta be twittering about that or something right?  But let’s get into this game.

Look, by all accounts the Lakers should absolutely smother the Cavs.  Lebron could very well go off for 50 and I’m hoping he does for entertainment’s sake, but come on.  Gasol himself could manhandle Shaq these days and I’m sure Bynum will never forget smashing into Shaq at the age of 18, now looking to embarrass the big fella (and he probably will).

I know all the hype has been about Kobe vs. Lebron but what excites me more is going to be watching Ron Artest guard Lebron.  I mean if there’s anyone in the league who might be strong enough to do it, it’s probably the Tru Warier himself.  Look, no one has the combination of strength and speed that Bron Bron does but still, it will be fun to watch Artest get physical with him.

And as Lebron potentially tires, it’ll be Kobe who manhandles the rest of the Cavs.  But honestly can anyone stop Gasol or Bynum?  Jesus am I really spinning in this many circles right now?

I guess I’m pumped to see this game.  Moreso because I love to watch bad players truly get exposed.  And the Lakers are awesome at doing that.  I mean is Anderson Varejao good?  Come on team.  I admire his work ethic but he’s not smooth.  He’s not a true basketball player.  Gasol is going to eat him for breakfast.

Jesus, when you really think abou the Cavs, they are NOT a good team.   Mike Brown is one lucky sum’ bitch.   Can’t wait to see him get fired when they go 10-72 without James.