Well, there is a big difference between hyping someone up and rookie of the year award.
Rookie of the year award goes to the player who plays best in that season and by far Ja Morant was the best rookie to play this year, he actually changed the whole team up to a new level that could compete with higher level teams once again when they were expected to tank this season as well.
Looking at it now I can say that Zion couldn't even dream of getting it, all because he played just 20 games this year, and I know we played only 60 games this season but I would pick the player that played almost all games and brought his team to higher level than the dude that played 20 games and failed to make a big difference.
Yet that doesn't mean that everyone talked about Zion constantly and he could still be better than Ja Morant in the future when he gets healthy.
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NBA is always politics, I even believe that some games are rig as they'll favor the team where the NBA's best player are playing.
NBA's darling has been Lebron James, but as this man will soon retire, they might be raising someone that will follow his footsteps.
Plus, Lebron James praised Zion Williamson when Lakers played against the Pelicans.
LeBron heaps praise on Zion Williamson: 'Super-explosive, super-intelligent' | NBA on ESPN
I am starting to have that thought. NBA's darling has been Lebron James, but as this man will soon retire, they might be raising someone that will follow his footsteps.
Plus, Lebron James praised Zion Williamson when Lakers played against the Pelicans.
LeBron heaps praise on Zion Williamson: 'Super-explosive, super-intelligent' | NBA on ESPN
There were a lot of rumors like this before from Bird to Magic and then Jordan.
Then, Kobe to Lebron and now Zion.
Building the face of the NBA and doing anything in their power to keep it that way until they will get old.
The rig games though, it is difficult to prove that part for their own profit.
I just don't know how.
People love idols, LeBron is already getting old and now a new face is being actively prepared. and we all see this process.
This news about Jr Smith started on a Facebook page transferring to Lakers and it's confirmed that he's going to be with the Lakers. It made me remember the famous meme about him and Lebron, who else did? 
The LeBron, JR Smith Finals meme has new life after Lakers reunion
The LeBron, JR Smith Finals meme has new life after Lakers reunion
Zion is a good player, and we all know he'd be a future hall of famer (If he keeps healthy), but the media is really hyping him up. There are actually a more deserving rookies and other young talents in that cover like Luka, Trae, or Morant. Or they could just cover Vince Carter as a sign of respect and tribute to him as the last man who played in 4 decades after he retires. It's just sad 2k forgot how amazing Vince was as if they haven't enjoyed his levitation and dunking showcase.
As usual marketing strategy, It's all business.
Nevertheless, sports industry has gradually becoming more of a business than actual sports.
I didnt even expect for Zion to be chosen and id rather prefer to be Luka to be on that spot but well they do have all the decision when it comes to these sort of things.
They are really hyping up much that kid. Well, he's indeed a good player but if we do really compare of to others then we can actually see the difference.
In business talks then this had been since from the start.
So do I, Luka fits the spot as he's really bringing entertainment to the league, with how this young player excite the fans he deserve being
selected to be on that cover, Not against Zion but he's absence
due to his injuries brings other rookies to hypes, Morant have a higher chance
to win the ROY award and still getting recognition lifting his team to possible next round
All about politics and media hypes, NBA might see something to bring more potential gamer to follow
Zion instead of other deserving players to be in that cover.
Not quite sure about Zion. Man just played 21 games in the NBA, media sure loves hyping the kid. Kinda feel bad for Kawhi not getting the attention he deserves, but pretty much he don't want having the attention too. 
Felt bad for Ja Morrant 
. Young man excels among the rookies the same draft year as him. No idea about the market thing but does it have any connection? I mean they just ruined real recognition on the floor. Just pure hype, Zion doesn't deserve it yet in my opinion . Makes me wonder what would be his rating? Luka, Trae, or Ja should've made it. Or maybe Vince itself though it's kinda late
. Yeah, why not Ja instead.
It's like they are creating their own star which is not based on hard work and efforts made by players.
Zion played good with those 21 games but Ja played great. Highlights left and right and even putting the Grizzlies on the 8th spot for a chance of playoffs.
Looks like politics to me.
NBA is always politics, I even believe that some games are rig as they'll favor the team where the NBA's best player are playing.
NBA's darling has been Lebron James, but as this man will soon retire, they might be raising someone that will follow his footsteps.
Plus, Lebron James praised Zion Williamson when Lakers played against the Pelicans.
LeBron heaps praise on Zion Williamson: 'Super-explosive, super-intelligent' | NBA on ESPN
yes, Zion now in trend, they made a new hero of him, despite the fact that he is far from being a top player.
Probably they bet on youth and perspective.
NBA is always politics, I even believe that some games are rig as they'll favor the team where the NBA's best player are playing.
NBA's darling has been Lebron James, but as this man will soon retire, they might be raising someone that will follow his footsteps.
Plus, Lebron James praised Zion Williamson when Lakers played against the Pelicans.
LeBron heaps praise on Zion Williamson: 'Super-explosive, super-intelligent' | NBA on ESPN
I am starting to have that thought. NBA's darling has been Lebron James, but as this man will soon retire, they might be raising someone that will follow his footsteps.
Plus, Lebron James praised Zion Williamson when Lakers played against the Pelicans.
LeBron heaps praise on Zion Williamson: 'Super-explosive, super-intelligent' | NBA on ESPN
There were a lot of rumors like this before from Bird to Magic and then Jordan.
Then, Kobe to Lebron and now Zion.
Building the face of the NBA and doing anything in their power to keep it that way until they will get old.
The rig games though, it is difficult to prove that part for their own profit.
I just don't know how.
Not quite sure about Zion. Man just played 21 games in the NBA, media sure loves hyping the kid. Kinda feel bad for Kawhi not getting the attention he deserves, but pretty much he don't want having the attention too.
Felt bad for Ja Morrant . Young man excels among the rookies the same draft year as him. No idea about the market thing but does it have any connection? I mean they just ruined real recognition on the floor. Just pure hype, Zion doesn't deserve it yet in my opinion . Makes me wonder what would be his rating? Luka, Trae, or Ja should've made it. Or maybe Vince itself though it's kinda late
. Yeah, why not Ja instead.
It's like they are creating their own star which is not based on hard work and efforts made by players.
Zion played good with those 21 games but Ja played great. Highlights left and right and even putting the Grizzlies on the 8th spot for a chance of playoffs.
Looks like politics to me.
NBA is always politics, I even believe that some games are rig as they'll favor the team where the NBA's best player are playing.
NBA's darling has been Lebron James, but as this man will soon retire, they might be raising someone that will follow his footsteps.
Plus, Lebron James praised Zion Williamson when Lakers played against the Pelicans.
LeBron heaps praise on Zion Williamson: 'Super-explosive, super-intelligent' | NBA on ESPN
When Lebron praise a player, that means a player is exceptional and I can see that Zion will someday dominate in the NBA as long as he will keep himself healthy. But for ROY, it looks like we already know who will win based on the odds below.
https://sportsbet.io/sports/event/basketball/usa/nba/nba-5d0794f07577a32d0da4992d
Kawhi and Kobe for the legend edition, anyone?
https://i.postimg.cc/BbzG7psn/FB-IMG-1593529702365.jpg
I go for the Kobe version in the legend edition since this might be his last cover in NBA game to remember him well. I'm sure most of the gamers will do the same if they can only afford to buy one. We can say this is our way to support him even he is no longer around. Kobe is indeed a legend no NBA players will play like him.
https://clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Kobe-Bryant-killed-in-fatal-helicopter-crash.jpg
RIP Kobe.. he was real NBA legend. This is always hard for me to write something about him.. touches my heart so much.
Not quite sure about Zion. Man just played 21 games in the NBA, media sure loves hyping the kid. Kinda feel bad for Kawhi not getting the attention he deserves, but pretty much he don't want having the attention too.
Felt bad for Ja Morrant . Young man excels among the rookies the same draft year as him. No idea about the market thing but does it have any connection? I mean they just ruined real recognition on the floor. Just pure hype, Zion doesn't deserve it yet in my opinion . Makes me wonder what would be his rating? Luka, Trae, or Ja should've made it. Or maybe Vince itself though it's kinda late
. Yeah, why not Ja instead.
It's like they are creating their own star which is not based on hard work and efforts made by players.
Zion played good with those 21 games but Ja played great. Highlights left and right and even putting the Grizzlies on the 8th spot for a chance of playoffs.
Looks like politics to me.
NBA is always politics, I even believe that some games are rig as they'll favor the team where the NBA's best player are playing.
NBA's darling has been Lebron James, but as this man will soon retire, they might be raising someone that will follow his footsteps.
Plus, Lebron James praised Zion Williamson when Lakers played against the Pelicans.
LeBron heaps praise on Zion Williamson: 'Super-explosive, super-intelligent' | NBA on ESPN
Not quite sure about Zion. Man just played 21 games in the NBA, media sure loves hyping the kid. Kinda feel bad for Kawhi not getting the attention he deserves, but pretty much he don't want having the attention too.
Felt bad for Ja Morrant . Young man excels among the rookies the same draft year as him. No idea about the market thing but does it have any connection? I mean they just ruined real recognition on the floor. Just pure hype, Zion doesn't deserve it yet in my opinion . Makes me wonder what would be his rating? Luka, Trae, or Ja should've made it. Or maybe Vince itself though it's kinda late
. Yeah, why not Ja instead.
It's like they are creating their own star which is not based on hard work and efforts made by players.
Zion played good with those 21 games but Ja played great. Highlights left and right and even putting the Grizzlies on the 8th spot for a chance of playoffs.
Looks like politics to me.
Zion is a good player, and we all know he'd be a future hall of famer (If he keeps healthy), but the media is really hyping him up. There are actually a more deserving rookies and other young talents in that cover like Luka, Trae, or Morant.
I agree, I am not saying that Zion didn't deserve to be in a 2k cover but there are good youngsters who prove more than him thus more deserving. Luka is a better option, everyone already witnessed his magic (already a superstar despite of a very young age) and I think that's enough for him to get such privilege . I am confused why they didn't pick him, hmm maybe he is less charismatic and less fierce than Zion? 
Guys, I'm confused. So, Damien Lillard is the first or main cover.
Then Zion is the 2nd?
Sorry guys, I'm just confused.
Then Zion is the 2nd?
Sorry guys, I'm just confused.
I didnt even expect for Zion to be chosen and id rather prefer to be Luka to be on that spot but well they do have all the decision when it comes to these sort of things.
I'm also preferring Luka than Zion. Zion hype's do have a reason and he is living on that hype. He has skills. He has talent. The most skilled player in their rookie class. If he doesn't get injured, no way the names of Ja Morant will pop up as the best rookie in their class.
Agree with you on this, he is still hype as he is the number 1 overall pick and NBA is a business, so it's nice to see that number 1 doing well and that's why they are marketing him now. The most overhype rookie that I remember is Lonzo Ball in the 2017 class. No need for some further details on why.
I think this one is a failure, Lonzo Ball does not show the same excitement Zion is showing, maybe because he was playing with Kobe so he can't excel unlike Zion now that he is a starter and the main man of the team. 
Zion hype's do have a reason and he is living on that hype. He has skills. He has talent. The most skilled player in their rookie class. If he doesn't get injured, no way the names of Ja Morant will pop up as the best rookie in their class.
The most overhype rookie that I remember is Lonzo Ball in the 2017 class. No need for some further details on why.
And about the 2k21 cover, there are no rookies or sophomore considered there since they need a market. Lebron James and his rookie class was the most popular draft in 20 years but none of them got considered as 2k cover or even in NBA live.
The most overhype rookie that I remember is Lonzo Ball in the 2017 class. No need for some further details on why.
And about the 2k21 cover, there are no rookies or sophomore considered there since they need a market. Lebron James and his rookie class was the most popular draft in 20 years but none of them got considered as 2k cover or even in NBA live.
Zion is a good player, and we all know he'd be a future hall of famer (If he keeps healthy), but the media is really hyping him up. There are actually a more deserving rookies and other young talents in that cover like Luka, Trae, or Morant. Or they could just cover Vince Carter as a sign of respect and tribute to him as the last man who played in 4 decades after he retires. It's just sad 2k forgot how amazing Vince was as if they haven't enjoyed his levitation and dunking showcase.
As usual marketing strategy, It's all business.
Nevertheless, sports industry has gradually becoming more of a business than actual sports.
I didnt even expect for Zion to be chosen and id rather prefer to be Luka to be on that spot but well they do have all the decision when it comes to these sort of things.
They are really hyping up much that kid. Well, he's indeed a good player but if we do really compare of to others then we can actually see the difference.
In business talks then this had been since from the start.
That's more on a business and AFAIR, I did not seen a non american player that becomes a cover for the NBA2k. correct me if I'm wrong but I guess this is just truly for business and the market of fans which I think they have the biggest in the US.
Zion is a good player, and we all know he'd be a future hall of famer (If he keeps healthy), but the media is really hyping him up. There are actually a more deserving rookies and other young talents in that cover like Luka, Trae, or Morant. Or they could just cover Vince Carter as a sign of respect and tribute to him as the last man who played in 4 decades after he retires. It's just sad 2k forgot how amazing Vince was as if they haven't enjoyed his levitation and dunking showcase.
As usual marketing strategy, It's all business.
Nevertheless, sports industry has gradually becoming more of a business than actual sports.
I didnt even expect for Zion to be chosen and id rather prefer to be Luka to be on that spot but well they do have all the decision when it comes to these sort of things.
They are really hyping up much that kid. Well, he's indeed a good player but if we do really compare of to others then we can actually see the difference.
In business talks then this had been since from the start.
There's still ample time for those positive players to catch the match if they recover within less than a month. But I don't think they will be allowed to play instead, they will be allowed to be there on the bench watching the team compete.
Wishing them the best for speedy recovery.
Wishing them the best for speedy recovery.
They can return to play if they recovers faster, but the question is, are they fully healthy to play again without proper practice together with the team?
I think if they can play, that would be after the regular season, so Pelicans has to qualify for these players to be in the line up again.
But if they will be confirmed to be healthy before a week or two for the game, there's enough time for them to practice. Although keeping safe is going to be the priority for them I guess and that's to take a rest.
I think that's a too short for recovery and when they recover I don't know if they are allowed to practice immediately.
Time is gold at that situation now as everyone is looking to compete and to win, but they can't force themselves if their body can't cooperate.
Well, since there's a lot of players who were confirmed positive with covid-19, let's just observe what would happen so we will have a basis in case one of them will return to play.
Not against Dame but Kawhi should be the cover for NBA 2k21 for me.
Then Kobe Bryant for Legend Edition for an obvious reason.
No ETA for the release (or I just missed it) but if the usual release date will follow, it should be by October or November disregarding the pandemic status*.
Dame was just one of the three 2K21 cover athletes. Then Kobe Bryant for Legend Edition for an obvious reason.
No ETA for the release (or I just missed it) but if the usual release date will follow, it should be by October or November disregarding the pandemic status*.
Well, the 2nd cover just got announced and I thought Kawhi could be it, but it's Zion.
Not quite sure about Zion. Man just played 21 games in the NBA, media sure loves hyping the kid. Kinda feel bad for Kawhi not getting the attention he deserves, but pretty much he don't want having the attention too.
Zion is a good player, and we all know he'd be a future hall of famer (If he keeps healthy), but the media is really hyping him up. There are actually a more deserving rookies and other young talents in that cover like Luka, Trae, or Morant. Or they could just cover Vince Carter as a sign of respect and tribute to him as the last man who played in 4 decades after he retires. It's just sad 2k forgot how amazing Vince was as if they haven't enjoyed his levitation and dunking showcase.
As usual marketing strategy, It's all business.
Nevertheless, sports industry has gradually becoming more of a business than actual sports.
Yeah its a marketing thing. When Zion played little kids he destroyed them, which caused internet sensation, which lead to lot of views, which lead to him being seen by good colleges, which resulted with him getting hyped because he was getting attention by good colleges, than he got picked by a good college with a great roster, allowed him to get even more attention, than he got more views, and more hype, than he got drafted, and he got even more hype, and more attention, than he didn't played, but even to this day, all of that collective hype is still there.
Do you really think games like 2K puts people just for accomplishment? They put people there for marketing. And to be honest putting Zion is a bigger marketing than putting Ja Morant at this moment, even if Ja played and played well.
Not quite sure about Zion. Man just played 21 games in the NBA, media sure loves hyping the kid. Kinda feel bad for Kawhi not getting the attention he deserves, but pretty much he don't want having the attention too.
Felt bad for Ja Morrant . Young man excels among the rookies the same draft year as him. No idea about the market thing but does it have any connection? I mean they just ruined real recognition on the floor. Just pure hype, Zion doesn't deserve it yet in my opinion . Makes me wonder what would be his rating? Luka, Trae, or Ja should've made it. Or maybe Vince itself though it's kinda late
. I think it's because of the position he is holding and the hype itself, he is just a rookie so his name is still fresh in the minds of the people, plus he is also doing well in the NBA, help his team to rise when he resume playing after an injury so he is getting that popularity.
We don't know what the criteria is, otherwise it would be easy to debate and choose our favorite player to be the one who are deserving for the spot.
This is business so let them decide on how to market their product, besides, they are managing the business and they know what's better for it.
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