10-11-2021, 11:35 AM
(This post was last modified: 10-11-2021, 11:36 AM by KillerLeft.)
(10-11-2021, 11:15 AM)ItsGoTime Wrote: You're gonna make me research this now aren't you? I know I used the word degenerative in my replies back to you (if you in fact didn't use the actual word yourself) and you didn't thwart it in any way. That's one of the major points we went back and forth about with him.
Also, what you're describing above, if it's not degenerative, what is?
Irreversible deterioration and loss of function is a symptom of degeneration is it not? You go as far as to say quickly too, which the opposite of what KP's saying has happened over the offseason. In that post you just suggested degenerative problem at the very least.
I mean...my recollection isn't specific enough to make a claim about whether or not that word was used in our conversation.
I'm merely clarifying that the point I'm making isn't about his knee condition worsening over time, but more about the cumulative effect that multiple injuries at a young age has on someone's ability (and confidence) to move effectively. Example: I have no knee issues, whatsoever, but for some reason, I'm EXTREMELY careful when traveling down a set of stairs, especially relative to the way I could sprint down them in my 20's. I have simply theorized that in KP's case, this process has accelerated due to injuries.
Maybe I'm misunderstanding you, but I THINK this is different than saying his knee problems are "degenerative." I'm 99% sure I haven't used that word, but if you have, it's very possible that I didn't take issue with your use of it. I have a (sometimes bad) habit of engaging with the gist of a conversation here, rather than the specifics.
Within the specific context of this conversation, today, I agree with others that we have not been told these problems are "degenerative." But, I STILL think KP is an ongoing injury concern, and to a greater extent than most other players. I think this is due to his abnormal body (even by NBA standards). And, AGAIN, I do not see evidence of the "superior speed and mobility" that is constantly attached to him by reputation. I haven't really seen that on the court during his time in Dallas. I think he's slooooooooow.