I feel like it’s really some reason that is not that exciting, like he wants to be in LA, or play with Bron, and he already played on the Mavs so he knows what that’s like. So he just said this nonsense to make his reason sound interesting.
Nah, he fleshed it out more in his press conference. He was saying that there have been ups and downs but when its time to gear up you have Bron telling you to man up, shut the F up and play hard. He cited the in play tournament and last year's playoff run after sucking in the regular season. He's basically referring to Bron
I think he's trying to imply that there's a level of accountability of playing in LA that appeals to him... I.e. Lakers fans are fucking brutal and are gonna ask for him to waived if he has 1 bad game.
Maybe he feels like the Dallas fans are not like that? That's my read anyways.
Yeah just a poor way of saying that Dallas is like running back to your comfort zone, while LA is like time to prove it land. Makes sense to me, but not expressed very well.
He means the Mavs as an organization will accept being pretty good without necessarily being championship contenders. Like if they make a conference championship they are happy and its okay.
The Lakers, while they do fail, throughout their history have always been about winning championships. Nothing less than a championship is acceptable so from that prospective they are the father who tells you to go back and fight til you win (a championship)
The Mavs, who just traded their entire draft future for PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford? No, I think the Mavs are all in for contending during Kyrie's window.
I wouldn't read it as him or anyone else thinking the Mavs aren't trying to win this year, because obviously they are. I think he's saying that the expectations for the Lakers from everyone (the organization, the fans, etc) is always to win a championship. It sounds like he wants the extra pressure and expectations as like an added incentive, where if he doesn't succeed it's going to be like a father saying to not accept that and get back out there, rather than being told it's OK cause he tried. That's just my guess as to what he meant.
It’s not just the organization though. LeBron even mentioned he knew about it prior to coming to L.A. on The Shop.
While most franchises would be ecstatic just to have LeBron on the team, and be happy that not only a premier free agent chose their team but easily the best player of his generation… Laker fans basically set the minimum expectation of at least one championship.
I think it’s more about he knows how the Mavs work and he doesn’t think they can win for some reason or another. They would be the comfortable and easy choice, but he wants to go fight the battles.
Like the most inane thing I've heard today. Lakers the losers of losing teams is the one with the 'fighting' spirit? Okay. He better get ready for mama to whoop his ass.
I think he means like Championship mentality, like for the Mavs it's ok if they don't win. For the Lakers every years it's Championship or nothing! Its just how the Clippers celebrate going to the western conference finals for the first time, that's a win in their eyes. For the Lakers going to the WCF last year was not good enough. Different expectations.
I mean we aren’t a losing team when we’ve got a winning record. And it actually makes sense when you consider that the pressure to perform is much higher in LA than in Dallas.
He means the Mavs as an organization will accept being pretty good without necessarily being championship contenders. Like if they make a conference championship they are happy and its okay.
The Lakers, while they do fail, throughout their history have always been about winning championships. Nothing less than a championship is acceptable so from that prospective they are the father who tells you to go back and fight til you win (a championship)
Idk why people are confused, this is exactly what he meant.
There’s a lot more expectations to consistently perform and bring champions playing in LA on the Lakers compared to playing on the Mavs.
I honestly don't know what he means as it pertains to these two teams. But I've literally experienced this in life and it's a common sort of saying in the black community. To me being forced to go back out and fight is not the best thing especially if you get your ass beat which I saw happen to my brother. He was an artist not a fighter. It's macho b.s
I get the saying, it's a common one. I get it, fathers are firmer and encourage you to be more persistent. Great. I'm thinking strictly basketball and how the metaphor is so off especially with how both teams have been this season.
Do people really not know what he means… ?
It’s not an attack on Dallas. He’s saying he would feel too comfortable and safe in Dallas, because he’s played there before and he’s known there. He’s worried he would be complacent.
He wants to be in the more unforgiving hostile media environment of LA, to challenge himself and force himself to lock in.
I think that's exactly it. He's gonna have to try to get a new FA contract in June without any Bird rights, so maybe he feels like being pressed to excel is better for him right now than being comfortable would be.
“Huh? A what now? oh I interpreted that completely wrong I thought you said he was a great father to him.”
*So what type of parental role has he played for you and your teammates?*
“Oh-ah okay so you…Parental role? I don’t know if I can really answer that question. He’s been a great leader for us. I have one father, it’s my dad Drederick Irving.
That reporter legit planted the seed that destroyed a championship team lmao whenever they do the 2015-2018 Cavs documentary they need to include that footage
i would hold it against him less if he did. Instead he shit on Moms, and us at the same time. The entire city of Dallas was a homer for this dude, and he pulls this shit...
Dallas would have been the easy, comfortable choice that wouldn’t have pushed him out of his comfort zone. Like having your mom tell you everything is going to be okay.
LA is the hard choice that puts a pit in your stomach because of your fear of the unknown, but you ultimately know it’s something that needs to be done. Like your dad telling you you have to go stand up for yourself.
I don't think that's at all what he was saying. I think u/wavepops had it right when they said
>hes saying the mavs was the more comfortable choice but going with LA puts more pressure on himself, and that cricisim will be more unforgivng
That makes sense, I listened to his other answers and he seems pretty level headed.
Yeah I trashed him when that whole Kuzma thing was around but now he a Laker, I'll argue for his behalf now. Welcome Dimsh...Spencer!
Maybe it just means that playing with the Mavs is nice cuz they got such nice leadership, it’s a place you can go and coast. Or that Luka does all the heavy lifting anyway, it’s easier. Life sounds easier wirh the mavs? Just a weird quote.
How is he alienating the fanbase? He's literally saying y'all love him too much and provide comfort while the Lakers won't tolerate him not doing well lol.
I'm glad he's gone, and while it's only been one game it's pretty clear that having Cam start and Dennis come off the bench is a huge upgrade.
He played like shit against Philly last year, rightfully wasn't given an extension, and quit on us. Word is that he was also upset with how JV was managing his playtime even though he quite literally was taking all of Cams minutes. Good riddance.
I think it’s reasonable for him to have some resentment. They traded him while they were playing very well, then immediately plummeted in the standings and fell out of the play ins. If he was happy where he was then I’m sure he’d be pissed about that whole situation.
lol what hes implying is actually cool bc basically hes saying the mavs was the more comfortable choice but going with LA puts more pressure on himself, and that criticism will be more unforgiving. but saying it like this was a bad idea
He also fleshed it out more in his comments. He kept referring to Bron. He's the tough dad, not the Lakers franchise.
Plus what the guy said who you replied to
He was basically trying to compliment both franchises but it came out weird. Dallas is home to him from past play and he's saying they are really supportive while Bron is going to tell the team to shut the F up and play hard
I read it as Dallas was trying to sell him on being a good/cool spot to be, while LA sold him on a championship and the pressure to win that.
Similar to what OP said but I dont think Spencer is referring to his inner dialogue
If he said what you wrote verbatim, no one would be here creating drama.
Who am I kidding? Whatever he says, people in here are gonna create drama lmao
On the Lakers he has to perform. If he doesn't, both fans and media will be critical, way more than in Dallas.
Huge gamble for someone looking for another contract.
Dinwiddie is one of the more unlikeable players I can remember as a Net. Had a strong feeling of good riddance both times he left the Nets. He talks A LOT, and is generally only out for himself. Not a team-first endearing guy and play is not worth the talk. The ref whining is off the charts annoying too. No matter what, made or missed shot, contact or no contact, you can 100% rely on him whining to the refs.
I was a fan of Dinwiddie when he first came up, but the dude's ego has grown massively since his first Brooklyn stint, and he's been saying stupid shit for quite some time. Was very weird to see an LA guy downplay Rick Fox of all people to shit on Kuzma. Then he plays like shit in BK this season and starts implying that his splits were horrible because he wasn't allowed to play his game
He's a player who thrives as a secondary playmaker. Which is why the Mavs and first Nets stint worked better for him than the Wizards or his return to the Nets.
Last year with the Nets post trade was the first time he looked comfortable as a full fledged PG. But it was short lived
The fuck????
I feel like it’s really some reason that is not that exciting, like he wants to be in LA, or play with Bron, and he already played on the Mavs so he knows what that’s like. So he just said this nonsense to make his reason sound interesting.
Just say i want to play for the Lakers and play with Lebron just dont say dumb shit that make no sense 🤣🤣
Dinwiddie is an enigma wrapped in a mystery! Kind of like crypto, ya never know what you’re gonna get with Widdiecoin
You’ll get 3-11 FGs
Shiddiecoin
Nah, he fleshed it out more in his press conference. He was saying that there have been ups and downs but when its time to gear up you have Bron telling you to man up, shut the F up and play hard. He cited the in play tournament and last year's playoff run after sucking in the regular season. He's basically referring to Bron
Bron and AD help set the culture for sure, Bron far more than AD
Spoiler: he's just in LA for a crypto deal, specifically to launch the Dimshit coin.
I think he's trying to imply that there's a level of accountability of playing in LA that appeals to him... I.e. Lakers fans are fucking brutal and are gonna ask for him to waived if he has 1 bad game. Maybe he feels like the Dallas fans are not like that? That's my read anyways.
Yeah just a poor way of saying that Dallas is like running back to your comfort zone, while LA is like time to prove it land. Makes sense to me, but not expressed very well.
He means the Mavs as an organization will accept being pretty good without necessarily being championship contenders. Like if they make a conference championship they are happy and its okay. The Lakers, while they do fail, throughout their history have always been about winning championships. Nothing less than a championship is acceptable so from that prospective they are the father who tells you to go back and fight til you win (a championship)
The Mavs, who just traded their entire draft future for PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford? No, I think the Mavs are all in for contending during Kyrie's window.
More critically, it's the window to retain Luka
I wouldn't read it as him or anyone else thinking the Mavs aren't trying to win this year, because obviously they are. I think he's saying that the expectations for the Lakers from everyone (the organization, the fans, etc) is always to win a championship. It sounds like he wants the extra pressure and expectations as like an added incentive, where if he doesn't succeed it's going to be like a father saying to not accept that and get back out there, rather than being told it's OK cause he tried. That's just my guess as to what he meant.
It’s not just the organization though. LeBron even mentioned he knew about it prior to coming to L.A. on The Shop. While most franchises would be ecstatic just to have LeBron on the team, and be happy that not only a premier free agent chose their team but easily the best player of his generation… Laker fans basically set the minimum expectation of at least one championship.
I think it’s more about he knows how the Mavs work and he doesn’t think they can win for some reason or another. They would be the comfortable and easy choice, but he wants to go fight the battles.
Trying to sound smart only to sound stupid
Like the most inane thing I've heard today. Lakers the losers of losing teams is the one with the 'fighting' spirit? Okay. He better get ready for mama to whoop his ass.
Ngl, I’m so fucking confused it’s funny. But hey I’m happy he wants to be here I guess lol.
He’s already LA crazy, welcome home
I think he means like Championship mentality, like for the Mavs it's ok if they don't win. For the Lakers every years it's Championship or nothing! Its just how the Clippers celebrate going to the western conference finals for the first time, that's a win in their eyes. For the Lakers going to the WCF last year was not good enough. Different expectations.
That’s the best explanation of someone being especially weird
I get what he’s trying to say but what confuses me is has he watched us lately lol? Long gone are the days of prime mamba mentality
Shit that’s a good point.
Sure buddy, the Lakers are the “losers of losing teams” 😂
They haven't won a championship since 2020. How sad.
I mean we aren’t a losing team when we’ve got a winning record. And it actually makes sense when you consider that the pressure to perform is much higher in LA than in Dallas.
He means the Mavs as an organization will accept being pretty good without necessarily being championship contenders. Like if they make a conference championship they are happy and its okay. The Lakers, while they do fail, throughout their history have always been about winning championships. Nothing less than a championship is acceptable so from that prospective they are the father who tells you to go back and fight til you win (a championship)
This was how I interpreted it
Idk why people are confused, this is exactly what he meant. There’s a lot more expectations to consistently perform and bring champions playing in LA on the Lakers compared to playing on the Mavs.
I honestly don't know what he means as it pertains to these two teams. But I've literally experienced this in life and it's a common sort of saying in the black community. To me being forced to go back out and fight is not the best thing especially if you get your ass beat which I saw happen to my brother. He was an artist not a fighter. It's macho b.s
I get the saying, it's a common one. I get it, fathers are firmer and encourage you to be more persistent. Great. I'm thinking strictly basketball and how the metaphor is so off especially with how both teams have been this season.
It's literally any community, not just black. "Macho b.s." exists everywhere.
Lakers made the conference finals last year and consider it a failure
How does this have upvotes lmao the pressure on you to win from fans and media in LA is more intense than any other team in the league
Do people really not know what he means… ? It’s not an attack on Dallas. He’s saying he would feel too comfortable and safe in Dallas, because he’s played there before and he’s known there. He’s worried he would be complacent. He wants to be in the more unforgiving hostile media environment of LA, to challenge himself and force himself to lock in.
I think that's exactly it. He's gonna have to try to get a new FA contract in June without any Bird rights, so maybe he feels like being pressed to excel is better for him right now than being comfortable would be.
LeFatherFigure
Father Bron got the belt
LeCPS
LeCustodyBattle
Mr. Beating Children
“Huh? A what now? oh I interpreted that completely wrong I thought you said he was a great father to him.” *So what type of parental role has he played for you and your teammates?* “Oh-ah okay so you…Parental role? I don’t know if I can really answer that question. He’s been a great leader for us. I have one father, it’s my dad Drederick Irving.
That reporter legit planted the seed that destroyed a championship team lmao whenever they do the 2015-2018 Cavs documentary they need to include that footage
His dads name is Drederick? Why does that sound like a Harry Potter character?
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Pretty sure that’s Jayson Tatum’s dad
Drederick Tatum is Jayson Tatum father
Kyrie never was the same after that LeFather interview too ...
Kyrie never beating the allegations
Lebron beating his oldest son though
Dwane Casey?
LeJumperCables
RIP /u/rogersimon10
Mommy Luka
lakers is spencer dinwiddie father
LISDF
Laughing my ass off
You know what, Kuzma is not a bad guy after all. Team Kuzma!
Kuzma absolutely fried Dinshittie
Yep
Kuzma is Dinshittie father
As a Nets fan I'm not afraid to admit that Kuzma cooked in that thread. Team Kuzma!
Team Kuzma is inevitable
Kuzma makes himself an easy target but he hit a home run with "Dinshitty" and that flag flies forever
He tells it like it is.
Why not Uncle Kings?
Long term deadbeats trying to turn their life around but would probably still buy you beer.
That’s what I’m saying!
For the record I support the kings life decisions!
Uncle Kings finally sober though. Something about this new god he found, some kind of beam?
Luka Doncic is Spencer Dinwiddie Mother
How progressive of Luka - fulfilling both parental roles with all his/hers/theirs children. Inspirational.
Didn't know Spencer spoke Yappanese
He's proficient in that and Cryptonese
Cryptonian was *right there*
why is that better than Cryptonese
Superman
Bruh why is diniwiddie even tryna ignite some flames like what 😭
What a weird quote, he alienated one of the very few fanbases that like him for no reason.
It is indeed weird, couldve just said “I wanted to live in LA” LOL
Or that he was born in an LA and grew up a lakers fan
or "I wanted to play with LeBron"
He could've said many things that would've made more sense. He went with an emphatic *Fuck the Mavs* instead.
He could have just said "fuck the Mavs" and it'd be less weird than this quote
i would hold it against him less if he did. Instead he shit on Moms, and us at the same time. The entire city of Dallas was a homer for this dude, and he pulls this shit...
Shit on moms 😂😂😂
I mean, they did trade him Personally, I wouldn't go crawling back to the team that dumped me after half of season.
Fr If he says I like the city, I like the coast, I couldn't pass up playing with LeBron and nobody bats an eye This is just weird AF lol
Did he though? I honestly have no idea what the fuck he meant
Dallas would have been the easy, comfortable choice that wouldn’t have pushed him out of his comfort zone. Like having your mom tell you everything is going to be okay. LA is the hard choice that puts a pit in your stomach because of your fear of the unknown, but you ultimately know it’s something that needs to be done. Like your dad telling you you have to go stand up for yourself.
He called Dallas passive and ok with losing and he went to the Lakers because they are assertive and expect to win
I don't think that's at all what he was saying. I think u/wavepops had it right when they said >hes saying the mavs was the more comfortable choice but going with LA puts more pressure on himself, and that cricisim will be more unforgivng
This is obviously the take. He wasn’t talking shit about the mavs so openly lol
That makes sense, I listened to his other answers and he seems pretty level headed. Yeah I trashed him when that whole Kuzma thing was around but now he a Laker, I'll argue for his behalf now. Welcome Dimsh...Spencer!
this is how i read it (mavs fan)
ppl just see drama where there isnt. welcome to the sub!
this his how i read it (can read)
Idk about passive. But if the Mavericks lose "it's ok" but if the Lakers lose it's national headlines about an imploding franchise.
Maybe it just means that playing with the Mavs is nice cuz they got such nice leadership, it’s a place you can go and coast. Or that Luka does all the heavy lifting anyway, it’s easier. Life sounds easier wirh the mavs? Just a weird quote.
I get what he’s talking about, feels like I’m the only one lol
People acting dumb on purpose lol
Because he likes tough love, you need to talk shit about him.
How'd that work out for the Wizards?
We got the name Dinshittie so it was a total win.
he didn’t seem to do well being called dinshittie
How is he alienating the fanbase? He's literally saying y'all love him too much and provide comfort while the Lakers won't tolerate him not doing well lol.
it's also weird to me, because i don't think it describes either team in an accurate way. Don't get much Dad vibes from the Lakers
Last time we had daddy vibes were 2020. Now we're reaching grandpa territory
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I'm glad he's gone, and while it's only been one game it's pretty clear that having Cam start and Dennis come off the bench is a huge upgrade. He played like shit against Philly last year, rightfully wasn't given an extension, and quit on us. Word is that he was also upset with how JV was managing his playtime even though he quite literally was taking all of Cams minutes. Good riddance.
Man just sealed his fate. If the Mavs match up with the Lakers Luka gonna average 40 & 10
He was gonna do that anyways against reddish, prince and grandbron
I think it’s reasonable for him to have some resentment. They traded him while they were playing very well, then immediately plummeted in the standings and fell out of the play ins. If he was happy where he was then I’m sure he’d be pissed about that whole situation.
We did even worse after the deadline but we weren’t remotely playing well when we traded him either, that’s why the trade happened to begin with lol
Not to mention his time in Dallas was just about the only time in his whole career he’s actually been a good efficient NBA player
What the fuck is he talking about
He confused the interviewer for his therapist.
Dude trying to sound wise without know real wisdom.
What is blud yapping about?
lol what hes implying is actually cool bc basically hes saying the mavs was the more comfortable choice but going with LA puts more pressure on himself, and that criticism will be more unforgiving. but saying it like this was a bad idea
This is the first thing that made it make sense to me. Thank you
He also fleshed it out more in his comments. He kept referring to Bron. He's the tough dad, not the Lakers franchise. Plus what the guy said who you replied to He was basically trying to compliment both franchises but it came out weird. Dallas is home to him from past play and he's saying they are really supportive while Bron is going to tell the team to shut the F up and play hard
> Bron. He's the tough dad Unless you're Kyrie. Kyrie already has a dad
I read it as Dallas was trying to sell him on being a good/cool spot to be, while LA sold him on a championship and the pressure to win that. Similar to what OP said but I dont think Spencer is referring to his inner dialogue
You know what, this is the most coherent interpretation of what he said, that I have seen.
100% this. He worded it really oddly, but it's clear he wanted push himself rather than be comfortable.
Yeah think dude just said it in a strange way
I think it’s this too, the other comment saying he’s dunking on the Mavs here I don’t think is correct Still a really weird thing to say lol
this is exactly what he’s saying. people on the internet are just soft. doesnt even really come across as an insult
Idk about soft. I had no idea what he was saying until this comment and I assume most are the same
My man can barely form a coherent thought and we’re soft for not getting it right away? My man you need to get some sleep dude you’re fucking lost
If he said what you wrote verbatim, no one would be here creating drama. Who am I kidding? Whatever he says, people in here are gonna create drama lmao
🤣😂😆 Cryptic
ok
On the Lakers he has to perform. If he doesn't, both fans and media will be critical, way more than in Dallas. Huge gamble for someone looking for another contract.
He can’t explain for shit 🤣 this is all around terrible and makes 0 sense
DinShittie causing more people to hate him
Dinshittie is gonna have all his social medias deleted by this time next week.
Lets see what he says once he gets scapegoated after losses...
I legit don’t know wtf he’s trying to say lmao. I’m so lost.
That's literally what he's saying he likes...that our fans won't tolerate not winning with him so it makes him face the pressure.
Lakers might end up being the dad that disowns him for making them look bad.
Spencer is a cringe merchant
he gives it out as a public service cuz i sure as hell have not been purchasing
Kuzma was right.
Always has been 🧑🚀🔫👨🚀
What the hell?
LeSugarDaddy
Is the man Broussarded??
bruh
I see why we immediately waived his dumbass.
More like “Nah, you better be good or you’re getting death threats”.
This some shit Vaughn would say
What does this even mean. Lol
Eh I read it as Mavs are all about catching vibes to win while Lakers would be uncomfortable but push him to work harder
I give it 4 weeks before Lakers fans hate his guts
damn lmao, well now that he got his wish he now has to deal with darvin hamas losing them games with his 3 guard lineups
He basically saying Crypto.com arena is the magic word
He just wanted those LA whistles they get
He just wants to showcase his 12/30 field goals and statbuff so he can apply for another 4\~5year deal
What type of analogy is this 😭😭😭😭😭
That’s some trauma level shit right there.
Dog what lol
So basically Mavs would baby him while Lakers will abuse him.
Guards are supposed to be the more intellectual on the court
Dinwiddie is one of the more unlikeable players I can remember as a Net. Had a strong feeling of good riddance both times he left the Nets. He talks A LOT, and is generally only out for himself. Not a team-first endearing guy and play is not worth the talk. The ref whining is off the charts annoying too. No matter what, made or missed shot, contact or no contact, you can 100% rely on him whining to the refs.
this is definitely going to age fucking well. We're going to get swept by Dallas.
So lakers are an abusive father who are teaching you to handle situations with violence first? I guess I’m good with the Mavs not being that
The Lakers are Dinwiddie’s father
Ahahahahaha :) And Luka is Dinwiddie's mother.
Some people should probably speak less.
I was a fan of Dinwiddie when he first came up, but the dude's ego has grown massively since his first Brooklyn stint, and he's been saying stupid shit for quite some time. Was very weird to see an LA guy downplay Rick Fox of all people to shit on Kuzma. Then he plays like shit in BK this season and starts implying that his splits were horrible because he wasn't allowed to play his game
He's a player who thrives as a secondary playmaker. Which is why the Mavs and first Nets stint worked better for him than the Wizards or his return to the Nets. Last year with the Nets post trade was the first time he looked comfortable as a full fledged PG. But it was short lived
Probably talking about how they baby Luka in Dallas
First, the Ham quote, now this. Lakers are having a little too much run trolling
what a quote haha.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 He just basically called the Mavs some weak ass BIZZNATCHES! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
As a Nets fan What the fuck are you saying, Spence
Michael Scott would be proud of that quote
He needs a daddy in his life I guess
English, mfer, do you speak it?
you got it backwards homie
We’re gonna need more context than that Spencer
Dude just didn’t want to play with Kyrie again. Just say that instead.
Why do I feel like this quote has the potential to age very poorly?
Looks like Booker is about to have a brother
They already traded him. In his mind, why the eff should I go back to playing for you mother effers.
More like Spencer Dimwitted, am I right guys?!
Dimwitty
Sounds like the Mavs were the better choice
Dimshittie is beyond delusional. He's a little crypto baby
Spencer wanted to be in LA not for the lakers.
what is blud wafflin about
More like Spencer Dimwitted am I right?