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Why was the information about his $25million in judgements to creditors removed? It is well sourced and included links to newspaper accounts regarding the Johnny Dawkins attorney's attempts to have Laetnner and Davis found in contempt for failure to divulge financial records (Dawkins is one of the aforementioned creditors). I thought this was an information repository not a fan boy page. 24.59.250.249 ( talk) 09:35, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
I added the part about him pretending to be gay. It's not poorly sourced; there are quotes from Krszyweski saying he planted quotes in the paper to further the rumor. —Preceding
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There is no way the stomp has overshadowed his game winning shot against Kentucky.—Preceding unsigned comment added by 4.228.3.213 ( talk • contribs)
Do very many people really consider Laettner "the greatest college basketball player of all time"? Most people agree he had an extraordinary college career, but I've never met anyone who has said he's the best EVER.
I'm not positive but I would imagine that JJ Redick broke Laettner's record for three point field goal percentage this year
I have lost track. He has been on so many teams and injured so much that I don't know if he is even playing anymore.
Yes, he retired to his home in Florida. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Dukerulez32 ( talk • contribs) 02:56, 10 June 2009 (UTC)
DRUG USAGE
I think this article should comment on the end of his career, and also his drug usage. He's painted pretty favourably in the article, i'm not bashing him or being anti, just, his downfall should be commented upon...he did fail 3 drug tests...
see: sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=1707573
It doesn't matter to me whether it says "stepped" or "stomped". "Intentionally" is the word that matters. I think the article is fair and well-documented now. Thanks Dubc0724 18:18, 23 August 2006 (UTC)
Kentucky football players rarely make the NFL - so why is Kentucky's grad rate for football so low? Your edit was a stupid cheap shot that belongs on idiotic football messageboards and fan sites, not on Wikipedia.
Well, yeah - that's what I meant when I said "when I have more time, I can substantiate it". I agree that rarely was a poor choice of words. Geez, I said I was wrong already... :-) Dubc0724 20:03, 23 August 2006 (UTC)
The whole mention of the Timberlake incident is so trivial with respect to Laettner's career, I don't think it even belongs here. Only KY fans would feel the need for it to be here. Why don't we discuss other fouls as well? Over 4 years, I guess he had quite a few. That would be an interesting discussion. The fact is, mention of the incident - if it belongs anywhere - might be a better fit for Timberlake's wiki entry if anyone would care to create one. —Preceding
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By the way, Laettner's last second shot was not a bankshot
I'm not a Duke, UNC or Kentucky fan, but watching this edit war develop has been sad. I reviewed a tape of the incident in question and I would have to say that while Laettner's actions were certainly unsporting, if a 6-11, 245 lb. man 'stomps' his foot in your stomach and you get up at all, it’s not much of a stomp. Additionally, it was fifteen years ago. Let it go! Put that energy to better use and work on some other article that could use your help. Вasil | talk 14:09, 11 April 2007 (UTC)
I've removed the stepping/stomping incident paragraph. The incident, while perhaps notable at the time, was sixteen years ago and is not what Laettner is know most known for. The paragraph was also the subject of a lame edit war, so perhaps removing it will settle things down. I also switched two other paragraphs around for better flow. alanyst / talk/ 04:33, 27 January 2008 (UTC)
Can an admin ban the (mostly) single purpose account that keeps vandalizing this article, please? Thank You. 05:39, 22 March 2008 (UTC)
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I'm starting to believe that one doesn't need to be able to read to attend this fine institution of higher learning. [1] Duke53 | Talk 01:11, 31 May 2008 (UTC)
Just so there's no misunderstandings, the entire 1992 "Dream Team" was inducted into the HOF as a team. So this would make Laettner a HOFer. Guys like Jordan, Bird, Magic, etc. would then be considered two-time HOFers (going in as individuals, and as part of the Dream Team). Vjmlhds (talk) 00:53, 17 February 2014 (UTC)
"The shot was also named the most memorable basketball shot of all-time (including the NBA, college, and high school) by The Best Damn Sports Show Period in 2007.[9] and the fifth most unforgettable sports moment of all-time across all sports in 2006."
Period after 2007 should be removed.
Why I trimmed the infobox: To quote my prior edit comment, "prune items from infobox that are either insignificant or redundant to those already prominent in the text." Insisting on a one-size-fits-all infobox is ham-fisted; rather, the box's fields should be tailored to enhance the article. My trimmed one is better because it a) only adds relevant info not already in the body and b) doesn't extend past the intro & TOC (at least on my screen) whereas the old one extends way too far down, even after hiding the medal list and c) is not too NBA-heavy, which is important for Laettner because virtually all of his significance is his college career. - Testpored ( talk) 04:18, 1 June 2015 (UTC)
"only adds relevant info not already in the body": This is contrary to MOS:INFOBOX: "the purpose of an infobox: to summarize key facts that appear in the article." As a point of reference, here is the current style guide for NBA bios: Wikipedia:WikiProject National Basketball Association/Style advice. Feel free to suggest improvements. While exceptions are sometimes needed, articles are generally consistent.— Bagumba ( talk) 05:25, 1 June 2015 (UTC)
I respect the fact that the three of you have made countless basketball-related edits and have arrived at an infobox format over time. As this is the only basketball article I've done extensive edits to, I was solely focused on improving this article and had no cause to think of other ones. Seeing how you're rather adamant on this item, I'll leave it be with only one minor change - hiding the medal list by default, e.g. Serena Williams. - Testpored ( talk) 12:50, 1 June 2015 (UTC)
An earlier version of the lead, which was already (too) limited, has been trimmed as of this latest version. Per MOS:INTRO: "The lead section should briefly summarize the most important points covered in an article in such a way that it can stand on its own as a concise version of the article." Instead of trimming back his non-college accomplishments, his college highlights should be enhanced to provide due weight in the lead. I proposing at a minimum to restoring the previous lead, with no prejudice to emphasizing his college legacy further thereafter.— Bagumba ( talk) 16:53, 1 June 2015 (UTC)
I believe there should be a little more detail about his NBA career. For a man who spent 12 seasons playing, there are surely more details to be published. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 173.240.136.173 ( talk) 05:09, 15 August 2015 (UTC)
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While there is a lot of information about Laettner's early life and his high school and college basketball careers there is not much about his nba life and post-basketball life. There's only several sentences about each his nba life and post-nba life yet it takes up the majority of his life. They don't talk about his suspension for marijuana use much or his one all-star season with the Hawks, there could have been much more time spent on his nba career. There is an over-emphasis on his ability to perform in the clutch during his basketball career. There are several reliable sources in the references section coming from ESPN, nytimes, and basketball reference and most of the links work as well.
While there is a lot of information about Laettner's early life and his high school and college basketball careers there is not much about his nba life and post-basketball life. There's only several sentences about each his nba life and post-nba life yet it takes up the majority of his life. They don't talk about his suspension for marijuana use much or his one all-star season with the Hawks, there could have been much more time spent on his nba career. There is an over-emphasis on his ability to perform in the clutch during his basketball career. There are several reliable sources in the references section coming from ESPN, nytimes, and basketball reference and most of the links work as well.
- Newlankh ( talk) 02:23, 5 October 2018 (UTC)
How can this entry call Laettner "the" star player with no mention at all of Grant Hill or Bobby Hurley? Daniel S Riley ( talk) 12:56, 9 April 2024 (UTC)
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Why was the information about his $25million in judgements to creditors removed? It is well sourced and included links to newspaper accounts regarding the Johnny Dawkins attorney's attempts to have Laetnner and Davis found in contempt for failure to divulge financial records (Dawkins is one of the aforementioned creditors). I thought this was an information repository not a fan boy page. 24.59.250.249 ( talk) 09:35, 18 March 2012 (UTC)
I added the part about him pretending to be gay. It's not poorly sourced; there are quotes from Krszyweski saying he planted quotes in the paper to further the rumor. —Preceding
unsigned comment added by
69.132.210.193 (
talk) 22:24, 7 March 2010 (UTC)
There is no way the stomp has overshadowed his game winning shot against Kentucky.—Preceding unsigned comment added by 4.228.3.213 ( talk • contribs)
Do very many people really consider Laettner "the greatest college basketball player of all time"? Most people agree he had an extraordinary college career, but I've never met anyone who has said he's the best EVER.
I'm not positive but I would imagine that JJ Redick broke Laettner's record for three point field goal percentage this year
I have lost track. He has been on so many teams and injured so much that I don't know if he is even playing anymore.
Yes, he retired to his home in Florida. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Dukerulez32 ( talk • contribs) 02:56, 10 June 2009 (UTC)
DRUG USAGE
I think this article should comment on the end of his career, and also his drug usage. He's painted pretty favourably in the article, i'm not bashing him or being anti, just, his downfall should be commented upon...he did fail 3 drug tests...
see: sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=1707573
It doesn't matter to me whether it says "stepped" or "stomped". "Intentionally" is the word that matters. I think the article is fair and well-documented now. Thanks Dubc0724 18:18, 23 August 2006 (UTC)
Kentucky football players rarely make the NFL - so why is Kentucky's grad rate for football so low? Your edit was a stupid cheap shot that belongs on idiotic football messageboards and fan sites, not on Wikipedia.
Well, yeah - that's what I meant when I said "when I have more time, I can substantiate it". I agree that rarely was a poor choice of words. Geez, I said I was wrong already... :-) Dubc0724 20:03, 23 August 2006 (UTC)
The whole mention of the Timberlake incident is so trivial with respect to Laettner's career, I don't think it even belongs here. Only KY fans would feel the need for it to be here. Why don't we discuss other fouls as well? Over 4 years, I guess he had quite a few. That would be an interesting discussion. The fact is, mention of the incident - if it belongs anywhere - might be a better fit for Timberlake's wiki entry if anyone would care to create one. —Preceding
unsigned comment added by
Cfstick (
talk •
contribs)
By the way, Laettner's last second shot was not a bankshot
I'm not a Duke, UNC or Kentucky fan, but watching this edit war develop has been sad. I reviewed a tape of the incident in question and I would have to say that while Laettner's actions were certainly unsporting, if a 6-11, 245 lb. man 'stomps' his foot in your stomach and you get up at all, it’s not much of a stomp. Additionally, it was fifteen years ago. Let it go! Put that energy to better use and work on some other article that could use your help. Вasil | talk 14:09, 11 April 2007 (UTC)
I've removed the stepping/stomping incident paragraph. The incident, while perhaps notable at the time, was sixteen years ago and is not what Laettner is know most known for. The paragraph was also the subject of a lame edit war, so perhaps removing it will settle things down. I also switched two other paragraphs around for better flow. alanyst / talk/ 04:33, 27 January 2008 (UTC)
Can an admin ban the (mostly) single purpose account that keeps vandalizing this article, please? Thank You. 05:39, 22 March 2008 (UTC)
{{helpme}}
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This article was automatically assessed because at least one WikiProject had rated the article as start, and the rating on other projects was brought up to start class. BetacommandBot 15:17, 9 November 2007 (UTC)
I'm starting to believe that one doesn't need to be able to read to attend this fine institution of higher learning. [1] Duke53 | Talk 01:11, 31 May 2008 (UTC)
Just so there's no misunderstandings, the entire 1992 "Dream Team" was inducted into the HOF as a team. So this would make Laettner a HOFer. Guys like Jordan, Bird, Magic, etc. would then be considered two-time HOFers (going in as individuals, and as part of the Dream Team). Vjmlhds (talk) 00:53, 17 February 2014 (UTC)
"The shot was also named the most memorable basketball shot of all-time (including the NBA, college, and high school) by The Best Damn Sports Show Period in 2007.[9] and the fifth most unforgettable sports moment of all-time across all sports in 2006."
Period after 2007 should be removed.
Why I trimmed the infobox: To quote my prior edit comment, "prune items from infobox that are either insignificant or redundant to those already prominent in the text." Insisting on a one-size-fits-all infobox is ham-fisted; rather, the box's fields should be tailored to enhance the article. My trimmed one is better because it a) only adds relevant info not already in the body and b) doesn't extend past the intro & TOC (at least on my screen) whereas the old one extends way too far down, even after hiding the medal list and c) is not too NBA-heavy, which is important for Laettner because virtually all of his significance is his college career. - Testpored ( talk) 04:18, 1 June 2015 (UTC)
"only adds relevant info not already in the body": This is contrary to MOS:INFOBOX: "the purpose of an infobox: to summarize key facts that appear in the article." As a point of reference, here is the current style guide for NBA bios: Wikipedia:WikiProject National Basketball Association/Style advice. Feel free to suggest improvements. While exceptions are sometimes needed, articles are generally consistent.— Bagumba ( talk) 05:25, 1 June 2015 (UTC)
I respect the fact that the three of you have made countless basketball-related edits and have arrived at an infobox format over time. As this is the only basketball article I've done extensive edits to, I was solely focused on improving this article and had no cause to think of other ones. Seeing how you're rather adamant on this item, I'll leave it be with only one minor change - hiding the medal list by default, e.g. Serena Williams. - Testpored ( talk) 12:50, 1 June 2015 (UTC)
An earlier version of the lead, which was already (too) limited, has been trimmed as of this latest version. Per MOS:INTRO: "The lead section should briefly summarize the most important points covered in an article in such a way that it can stand on its own as a concise version of the article." Instead of trimming back his non-college accomplishments, his college highlights should be enhanced to provide due weight in the lead. I proposing at a minimum to restoring the previous lead, with no prejudice to emphasizing his college legacy further thereafter.— Bagumba ( talk) 16:53, 1 June 2015 (UTC)
I believe there should be a little more detail about his NBA career. For a man who spent 12 seasons playing, there are surely more details to be published. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 173.240.136.173 ( talk) 05:09, 15 August 2015 (UTC)
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While there is a lot of information about Laettner's early life and his high school and college basketball careers there is not much about his nba life and post-basketball life. There's only several sentences about each his nba life and post-nba life yet it takes up the majority of his life. They don't talk about his suspension for marijuana use much or his one all-star season with the Hawks, there could have been much more time spent on his nba career. There is an over-emphasis on his ability to perform in the clutch during his basketball career. There are several reliable sources in the references section coming from ESPN, nytimes, and basketball reference and most of the links work as well.
While there is a lot of information about Laettner's early life and his high school and college basketball careers there is not much about his nba life and post-basketball life. There's only several sentences about each his nba life and post-nba life yet it takes up the majority of his life. They don't talk about his suspension for marijuana use much or his one all-star season with the Hawks, there could have been much more time spent on his nba career. There is an over-emphasis on his ability to perform in the clutch during his basketball career. There are several reliable sources in the references section coming from ESPN, nytimes, and basketball reference and most of the links work as well.
- Newlankh ( talk) 02:23, 5 October 2018 (UTC)
How can this entry call Laettner "the" star player with no mention at all of Grant Hill or Bobby Hurley? Daniel S Riley ( talk) 12:56, 9 April 2024 (UTC)