Imo, not playing max Christie last year is as big a reason as anything as to why Darvin ham got fired. He missed out on so much development last year when vando AND reddish were hurt and ham was playing Taurean Prince 30 min a night.
Very true. TP got too much undeserved hate, being a versatile and reliable player. But ignoring the Christie's improvement in December'23 was a huge mistake by Ham.
Yessir! My guy Max Christie as a Lakers fan I've been a big believer in Max Christie even tho Darvin Ham didn't give him minutes like he needed to so Max could grow. Max has had some ups and downs but it's been worth it because he's started to show what we as Lakers Nation thought he could be which is a 2-way player!
The Hamster committed multiple crimes, but his biggest may be sleeping on Max. Lakers have been believers in Max, and that is why he got his contract. Max has been steadily delivering and improving. He also has a ripple impact - He is their best and most athletic perimeter player that actually plays, but aside from his individual skill and performance, the fact that Max now takes on the primary perimeter assignment, this will continue to unlock AR. AR isn't great on defense, but he isn't horrible either. Now that he has the secondary perimeter assignment, this improves their defense overall. It also takes a load off AR, allowing him to have more energy burst and lift. I give some credit to JJ and the coaching staff, for believing in him, focusing his role, and putting him in the starting lineup. They have allowed him to grow and develop, unlike the previous regime that ignored him.
@@triggawoods7665 The overwhelming criticism of Ham has been his actual decisions choices and actions or lack thereof. No one has mentioned injuries, or other things that were OUT OF HIS CONTROL. The vast majority of criticism is about what was completely under his control and choices.
I’ve been thinking the same! Dude showed so much potential that was wasted the last two seasons. Glad to see he’s finally getting recognition and minutes for his effort
@@zooom6286happens. He came into the league super young. He has shown to be a work horse and is developing his nba body. The fact that he’s showing potential of having an offensive game is only gonna make his contract that much better being a great signing. I also like the fact that Reddick is going with who ever can produce gets the minutes and doesn’t stick to a player. Keeps the players on their heels. Love that about the coach.
He's been able to most of these things since his rookie szn in those very rare moments Darvin Ham's dumba55 actually gave him playing time. I've been saying for a while that Darvin should've used Max since his rookie szn, but that dumba55 kept dnping Max. I'm so happy JJ gave him an opportunity despite the early struggles in the beginning of the szn. Now everyone can see what most of us real basketball fans have seen in the dark for some time now going back to his college days where he showed signs of what type of player he can be in the NBA.
I will still die on the hill that Max should've played over Malik Beasley in the second half of the 2022-2023 szn especially in the playoffs when Malik just disappeared with Troy Brown Jr.
I recall Ham assigned Max to guard Kyrie one game versus Dallas and he defended well. We all saw it, and somehow Ham decided it would be best to give him less mins.
Max is great! He's a 3&D player. He's a great two-foot jumper so he rebounds and contests shots well. Also those dunker spot dump offs, he's great at those. So happy for him. Even when buried in the rotation by Darvin Ham, insiders say he's always in the gym working hard. He's definitely a good find as a second rounder. Happy he's a Laker.
Not a Lakers fan but that’s what pissed me off with Darvin Ham sandwich last year. Max Christie and Cam Reddish were playing good basketball until Reddish got injured and Ham benched Christie for Taurean Prince smh.
I don’t think that’s true… Max wasn’t always like he is now…. He’s developing and is now at the point where he’s a difference maker… I don’t think anyone really held him back (much). Maybe a little but it’s just all coming together now 💪🏽
I remember early on in AR career he’d get bullied on screens and ball handlers would overpower him. Seeing some of that with max this year but when he puts on some more muscle sheesh.
I’ve been a believer from the start. Even through his bad moments. He’s so young and has yet to even play a full season as a legit rotation player. Imo, Max has PHX Mikal Bridges potential. Just a left 3&D guard/wing that you can count on to hit shots and defend at a high level. He’s only going to get better as the season goes along. The confidence is already starting to show. We absolutely hit on Max. Knecht also looked good yesterday. We have some pieces but just got to play them.
I became a Max Christie because I was that player who gave 110% on defense just to stay on the court with the hogs we had on offense. Only got to shoot once everything else broke down and made it most times.
Right now I think he’s our best perimeter defender, maybe our best defender after AD. Imagine LAL perimeter defense when Vando come back. I think that’s why he needs also trying to impact more on offense end!
"More likely to" is the key, still a developing player. You look to trade players who are Less Likely to ever make the wrong play, not "more likely to execute well" Christie is a trade value now!
He gotta lock in on defense on last second shots. He didn't fight thru and allowed Steph that last wide open three. He slacked on D in a game earlier this season and allowed a game winner
Max is wise and intelligent, his philosophy in life is deep unlike any other athlete, he will be special and he is my favourite nba player, just stay in the course and humble my friend
Im getting Rick Fox vibes from Max. I really hope they dont throw him into a trade. These are the types of solid players we keep giving away, when we should be building around them and adding star talent.
they didnt stumble on this gem they now just have a coach thats putting him on the court and letting him grow he still makes minor mistakes which is ok but since he became a starter each game has been better and better
People saying Max should have gotten more burn last year weren't really watching - last year with Darvin Ham he was timid and constantly overwhelmed by big moments especially on offense. Whatever JJ has done with him in the offseason has completely turned him around. He's confident, aggressive, and an absolute dog on defense. He is now a clearcut upgrade over DLO who is one of the worst point-of-attack defenders on the team and to be honest I wouldn't be suprised to see DLO getting shipped somewhere soon for peanuts. On a team like the Lakers the better your defense is the more your offense will thrive via fast break... Max is easily a better fit than DLO and its not even close. DLO will still have games where he gets hot from deep but when his shot is off or average he's a net negative for the Lakers
him and Ar are the same capitalize the moment the coach give them i hope those 2nd rd picks and undrafted players should have this kind of mindset sometimes others dont give effort thats why they are out of the league
I also think Gabe Vincent has played better defensively (not a popular opinion).. but Lakers cutting ✂️ down D. Konects minutes for Christie & G. Vincent (D.lo)... Has helped a lot defensively.. taking note that your chart confirms that connect in the line up led to poor defense from the grouping.. nothing to be negative about Dalton .. they just need to find a line-up that gets the best off him & doesn't make the team a liability in defense... If Christie can be consistent throughout the regular season (making him legit)... Then what's the point keeping Vanderbilt @ $17m taking note that vando is practically negative in offense ... & Struggles against bigger guards ....
A lot of laker fans wanted him benched and traded a month ago and I was clowned and told to shut up when I told these same fans max is actually solid with great role player potential lol a lot of fans just change their opinions entirely after one game it’s insane
Max has always been this guy. He was given the minutes to show it and then lost his confidence. Lakers haven't been good at letting their young guys take up the mantle.
Thanks to JJ giving em rookies good minutes. Because hamburger never used those rookies. That’s why they will never improve or show what they got. Thanks god hamburger got fired
You Gotta be kidding me. Max Christie is a player who can't guard or shoot. He gets lucky once in a while and makes a basket. Dalton Keneckt should be in the starting lineup instead of Christie. Christie is aliability!
I would stil trade him. All laker players show flashes. They are all good, but just not good enough. Dont let these flashes fool u. We need different players bad
Imo, not playing max Christie last year is as big a reason as anything as to why Darvin ham got fired. He missed out on so much development last year when vando AND reddish were hurt and ham was playing Taurean Prince 30 min a night.
Facts! I love how Coach Reddick is willing to give the minutes to any player that’s producing. Keeps the players on their heels.
FACTS
Very true. TP got too much undeserved hate, being a versatile and reliable player. But ignoring the Christie's improvement in December'23 was a huge mistake by Ham.
I just know pockets and taurean fuckin
He played in 67 games and averaged 14 minutes a game. Probably averaging 4.0 ppg had something to with it.
He's starting to blossom. Patience may possibility pay off.
He just needs a bit more time and experience. Lakers tax, people expect everyone to just be good
Yessir! My guy Max Christie as a Lakers fan I've been a big believer in Max Christie even tho Darvin Ham didn't give him minutes like he needed to so Max could grow. Max has had some ups and downs but it's been worth it because he's started to show what we as Lakers Nation thought he could be which is a 2-way player!
I was screaming at my TV when Ham wouldn't let Max get any run against Murray in the playoffs
The Hamster committed multiple crimes, but his biggest may be sleeping on Max. Lakers have been believers in Max, and that is why he got his contract. Max has been steadily delivering and improving. He also has a ripple impact - He is their best and most athletic perimeter player that actually plays, but aside from his individual skill and performance, the fact that Max now takes on the primary perimeter assignment, this will continue to unlock AR. AR isn't great on defense, but he isn't horrible either. Now that he has the secondary perimeter assignment, this improves their defense overall. It also takes a load off AR, allowing him to have more energy burst and lift.
I give some credit to JJ and the coaching staff, for believing in him, focusing his role, and putting him in the starting lineup. They have allowed him to grow and develop, unlike the previous regime that ignored him.
Stop blaming everything on ham
@@triggawoods7665 The overwhelming criticism of Ham has been his actual decisions choices and actions or lack thereof. No one has mentioned injuries, or other things that were OUT OF HIS CONTROL. The vast majority of criticism is about what was completely under his control and choices.
I’ve been thinking the same! Dude showed so much potential that was wasted the last two seasons. Glad to see he’s finally getting recognition and minutes for his effort
Last 5 games, the Lakers have been #1st in defense
Exactly. Max Christie has the potential to be like a more athletic Josh Hart.
Thanks to JJ. Because of hamburger still the coach he will benched those rookies and used same players
Yeah but I hope he shoots better than Josh Hart
@@blacklogic-n9jdoubt it, but he can shoot good enough. He has better defensive potential than Hart
@@jetskick146christie was not bulk up a season ago.
@@zooom6286happens. He came into the league super young. He has shown to be a work horse and is developing his nba body. The fact that he’s showing potential of having an offensive game is only gonna make his contract that much better being a great signing.
I also like the fact that Reddick is going with who ever can produce gets the minutes and doesn’t stick to a player. Keeps the players on their heels. Love that about the coach.
He's been able to most of these things since his rookie szn in those very rare moments Darvin Ham's dumba55 actually gave him playing time. I've been saying for a while that Darvin should've used Max since his rookie szn, but that dumba55 kept dnping Max. I'm so happy JJ gave him an opportunity despite the early struggles in the beginning of the szn. Now everyone can see what most of us real basketball fans have seen in the dark for some time now going back to his college days where he showed signs of what type of player he can be in the NBA.
I will still die on the hill that Max should've played over Malik Beasley in the second half of the 2022-2023 szn especially in the playoffs when Malik just disappeared with Troy Brown Jr.
@@ROB_AGTFACTUAL
I recall Ham assigned Max to guard Kyrie one game versus Dallas and he defended well. We all saw it, and somehow Ham decided it would be best to give him less mins.
i think it was even more obvious after last- years game where they beat the knicks and max christie blocked a 3 pointer and a fade away
I can’t not see Kobe’s face
🤣🤣🤣
Kobe's already decomposed
@@TheTruthSeeker462bro wtf
Same
Always thought the same. Such a strong resemblance - not obvious until you watch him a bit - definitely channeling Mamba mentality.
Darvin Ham really wasted this Mans 2 years
The first year is expected because he's a rookie but I didn't like Darvin wasted the 2nd year he could've made an impact.
@@mymagicisntgivingup5908 Max actually was making an impact but Ham just benched him for no reason.
@@JAQm31ster Darvin Hamburger fell in love with Prince thats why all the minutes all went to him.
@@JAQm31ster minimal impact
@@mymagicisntgivingup5908 like Darvish Hamster
Max is great! He's a 3&D player. He's a great two-foot jumper so he rebounds and contests shots well. Also those dunker spot dump offs, he's great at those. So happy for him. Even when buried in the rotation by Darvin Ham, insiders say he's always in the gym working hard. He's definitely a good find as a second rounder. Happy he's a Laker.
That's what I love about Max, he plays hard on both ends of the floor and is fearless. That's the kind of energy and drive you need.
They gave him a significant contract. He's just showing he's worth it (probably worth more)
One thing about Max Christie is he keeps himself ready to go in the game. " Next man up " mentality. He is a hustler. And a competitor.
Good stuff from him
Not a Lakers fan but that’s what pissed me off with Darvin Ham sandwich last year. Max Christie and Cam Reddish were playing good basketball until Reddish got injured and Ham benched Christie for Taurean Prince smh.
I’m glad Taurean Prince and his sugar daddy Ham are gone now
He's someone we traded up for and developed for his 3rd year now. Finally got some bulk and his lateral speed is elite.
Christie going to be a menace in 2 yrs
Great commentary, thank you!
Where are the Max haters at now 😂 i remember a lot of laker fans hating and calling for him to be traded
Nice insight. I think Coach is aware of his and the teams performance. Thanks for pointing it out to the rest of us Plebs.
One of the reasons why darvin ham wasn’t a good coach. Never played max christie
hes been getting even BETTER
One of my favorite things about him is that he plays in control. His defense is great.
He’s also a year behind developmentally. Thanks, Darvin Sham!
I don’t think that’s true… Max wasn’t always like he is now…. He’s developing and is now at the point where he’s a difference maker… I don’t think anyone really held him back (much). Maybe a little but it’s just all coming together now 💪🏽
Ikr! Max could potentially be our next KCP
Only 21, still more to come!
I believe last Christie says last year "I'm upset bcoz I can't do anything to help my team to win" such words with motive to prove, now we see WHY.
Lovely report is spot on. The dude is like his dad on defense.
The backcourt defense of Gabe Vincent and Max Christie will be good for the team and with the team contributing defensively that’s even better
I remember early on in AR career he’d get bullied on screens and ball handlers would overpower him. Seeing some of that with max this year but when he puts on some more muscle sheesh.
I'm so proud of Max man. My favorite player. GO MICHIGAN STATE!
Jj giving him a lot of.confidence
Love his motor on all plays
I’ve been a believer from the start. Even through his bad moments. He’s so young and has yet to even play a full season as a legit rotation player.
Imo, Max has PHX Mikal Bridges potential. Just a left 3&D guard/wing that you can count on to hit shots and defend at a high level. He’s only going to get better as the season goes along. The confidence is already starting to show.
We absolutely hit on Max. Knecht also looked good yesterday. We have some pieces but just got to play them.
Lakers fans have been waiting for him to play but Ham never gave him a chance
Secretly? Stumbled? I think determination, preparation and intentional development played a part. Go Max!
I became a Max Christie because I was that player who gave 110% on defense just to stay on the court with the hogs we had on offense. Only got to shoot once everything else broke down and made it most times.
i always called him the young kobe not by his looks but his grit and grind
Great details, thank you.
00:25 DLO with the amazing defense
Right now I think he’s our best perimeter defender, maybe our best defender after AD. Imagine LAL perimeter defense when Vando come back. I think that’s why he needs also trying to impact more on offense end!
Kobe Jnr putting in work
"More likely to" is the key, still a developing player. You look to trade players who are Less Likely to ever make the wrong play, not "more likely to execute well" Christie is a trade value now!
If Vanderbilt can come back this year we’d might have two great perimeter defenders. That’d be huge
Lakers’ new KCP
He gotta lock in on defense on last second shots. He didn't fight thru and allowed Steph that last wide open three. He slacked on D in a game earlier this season and allowed a game winner
Christy and bronny will cause teams headaches for years to come bronny just have to work on his offense game
No, more like Christie and Quincy . Bronny is not going to be a Laker in the near future. #🗑️
Max is wise and intelligent, his philosophy in life is deep unlike any other athlete, he will be special and he is my favourite nba player, just stay in the course and humble my friend
I'm with you I'm loving Max!! Everybody knows it he's playing lights out basketball
If Max n Dalton stay consistent wow. Lakers have a major chance
Proof the lakers have more than what they or the fans realize on the roster
💯% keeper Max is.
Things to Do for Christie in 2025: Get in the gym next summer. Bulk up. Dominate in 25-26.
Great content friendo
I can’t wait for vando and max to all play together on defense and even some minutes with reddish as well on defense
He's good but he's not a gem until his breakout year being a real component to the offense
even max lock wemby a 7'4 dude what you expect hahahaha thats when i see the two way potential on him lakers really good in picking players
Im getting Rick Fox vibes from Max. I really hope they dont throw him into a trade. These are the types of solid players we keep giving away, when we should be building around them and adding star talent.
I like your content!
He's not a hidden gem. He's just getting more playing time. That's why we signed him a new contract.
they didnt stumble on this gem they now just have a coach thats putting him on the court and letting him grow he still makes minor mistakes which is ok but since he became a starter each game has been better and better
People saying Max should have gotten more burn last year weren't really watching - last year with Darvin Ham he was timid and constantly overwhelmed by big moments especially on offense. Whatever JJ has done with him in the offseason has completely turned him around. He's confident, aggressive, and an absolute dog on defense. He is now a clearcut upgrade over DLO who is one of the worst point-of-attack defenders on the team and to be honest I wouldn't be suprised to see DLO getting shipped somewhere soon for peanuts.
On a team like the Lakers the better your defense is the more your offense will thrive via fast break... Max is easily a better fit than DLO and its not even close. DLO will still have games where he gets hot from deep but when his shot is off or average he's a net negative for the Lakers
him and Ar are the same capitalize the moment the coach give them i hope those 2nd rd picks and undrafted players should have this kind of mindset sometimes others dont give effort thats why they are out of the league
I also think Gabe Vincent has played better defensively (not a popular opinion).. but Lakers cutting ✂️ down D. Konects minutes for Christie & G. Vincent (D.lo)... Has helped a lot defensively.. taking note that your chart confirms that connect in the line up led to poor defense from the grouping.. nothing to be negative about Dalton .. they just need to find a line-up that gets the best off him & doesn't make the team a liability in defense...
If Christie can be consistent throughout the regular season (making him legit)... Then what's the point keeping Vanderbilt @ $17m taking note that vando is practically negative in offense ... & Struggles against bigger guards ....
Max and Cam are wearing down players. Don't forget about Cam.
Weren’t lakers fans ragging on him just a month ago? He will be a better version of KCP at best. Not bad potential at all
Yeah some not all smh
A lot of laker fans wanted him benched and traded a month ago and I was clowned and told to shut up when I told these same fans max is actually solid with great role player potential lol a lot of fans just change their opinions entirely after one game it’s insane
Wasn't this the talk about Knecht like a month ago?
Max has always been this guy. He was given the minutes to show it and then lost his confidence. Lakers haven't been good at letting their young guys take up the mantle.
I wonder how long are the lakers gonna keep tanking
lakers also have pippen jr, but baldy ham fucked up on him, pippen jr is cooking in Memphis
He’s like Derrick white
He look like Kobe’s light skin son
Konnect got disconnected. I’m not getting excited.
Christie on his 2nd yr
Thanks to JJ giving em rookies good minutes. Because hamburger never used those rookies. That’s why they will never improve or show what they got. Thanks god hamburger got fired
Lakers drafting in the first round 🤡
Lakers drafting in the second round and getting undrafted players🗿🗿🗿
Here we go again LMAO Lakers fans gonna overhype another player only to be traded by LBJ
Mamba Max
It's "especially" not "ecspecially."
You Gotta be kidding me. Max Christie is a player who can't guard or shoot. He gets lucky once in a while and makes a basket. Dalton Keneckt should be in the starting lineup instead of Christie. Christie is aliability!
Lakers also found a hidden turd by the name of gabe vincent
OKC my need get him with a 3 way trade.
Yall say this every yr
Wtf is exspecially? Do you mean especially?
Lakers got a better chance at cooper flag then making noise in playoffs w this roster
How should the Lakers get the #1 pick next year?
They want let Max cook I don't no why
Where tf is vando
I would stil trade him. All laker players show flashes. They are all good, but just not good enough. Dont let these flashes fool u. We need different players bad
Do they no talent when they see it
i've seen enough. trade him for westbrook
Sell hi so bye bye max
LAKERS DONT HAVE ANY PATIENT FOR DEVELOPING BALL PLAYERS THAT FCCCC SORRY
Lol he’s very average. Stop the clickbait