What Happened To The Fattest Player In The NBA?

[@flounder110]

Let’s not forget he scored 52 points, and scored 42 and 14 boards with 68 percent fg%. Insane how he does not have a roster spot in this league.

[@Short_Disney_now]

Is he a liability on defence? Ive never watched him play a whole game only highlights

[@memphislor8400]

Against bench players stupid idiot

[@juqual78]

@@Short_Disney_now It's always this. There really is no other reason.

[@MudThought]

while bronny straight to NBA

[@jamespohl-md2eq]

@@juqual78One game ain’t a career. Are we to ignore the other games? Even in this game we see his issue, no 3s. And most importantly, the Grizz lost and Lofton was -17, worst on the team. Let me put the game in perspective. Olivier Sarr had 22 and 15. Ousmane Dieng had 22/8/8. Tre Mann had a triple double: 24/12/12.

[@dzero920]

Shanghai sharks are on a 16 game win streak since. Kenneth Loft Jr is averaging around 30 points

[@dejirii]

This guy seems more durable than Fat Zion Williams.

[@JohnEastmanExAttyAtLaw]

exactly.

[@Smido83]

He is, cause he isnt overtrained like Zion. He is just bigger then normal. BUT his skillset doesnt really fit the modern day NBA. But Lofton in the 90's would be the new version of Barkley.

[@komaichan99]

He is normal human. Zion is different

[@Ramitos31]

hell, even more durable than Healthy Zion

[@komaichan99]

He weighs 130kg and can't reach the rim.

[@JonathanDorikt]

Guys like him not getting minutes or even getting signed, is part of why I don't watch the NBA anymore.

[@Shaq34332]

@JonathanDorikt Exactly!

[@marcusaurelius5149]

It's hard to take the NBA seriously when they don't choose players based on their look rather than their play.

[@TeeTee2nd]

Must not have been a real hoop fan in the first place if that’s a reason you stopped watching

[@JonathanDorikt]

@@TeeTee2nd Really? Because I want the NBA to stop treating Post players as taboo, I'm not a "hoop fan"? Give me a break 🙄

[@roycebaguio1342]

Taboo?, jokic giannis embiid davis zubac poeltl nurkic, you wanna the true reason no wants him, its defense, hes to short to block shots, too slow for drop off coverage​@@JonathanDorikt

[@troychriscarretas2657]

Ken Lofton dominates the G League and now playing in China while Bronny nevermind

[@Virtualcritic111]

He won the mvp on the g

[@HIGHER7RUTH]

​@@Virtualcritic111 Bronny is selling millions of jerseys making millions for Lakers🤫

[@Beans4796]

@@HIGHER7RUTHok? He isn’t good enough to be in the nba

[@Brandonruffin]

@@HIGHER7RUTHI love the James family..but if lofton doesn’t belong bronny doesn’t

[@ivanivanovski1]

Bronny was hired to sell collectable jerseys… not because of his game. He will be out of the league after the contract.

[@ivanivanovski1]

He is an old-school 4, an enforcer, a strong bully that knows how to score. There is not much room for those guys in the NBA any more, which is a shame.

[@Ryan-mq2mi]

Karl Malone type

[@Omegamedia313]

Yea whatever he literally move like draymond just score better they just don’t like him

[@saitez7668]

@@Omegamedia313 The Draymond hate is real

[@lunoville]

Charles barkley

[@TechyRodsWire]

yup i agree!!!

[@Franz-80]

Lofton is way valuable as a player compared to Zion.

[@Antwan.Frazier]

Facts

[@FierceZs1]

I mean anybody is better than a guy who doesn't even play

[@PrinceMalachi7]

I agree

[@georockmann7113]

If he was he'd be in the league but he's not

[@TomySpida]

​@@georockmann7113 he's not in the league because of politics and because he's a bit of a liability on defense because of how slow he is. Other than that he's an incredible player who should be in the nba currently

[@SILENTASSASSIN12]

This is unironically what the NBA needs. He’s tough and very aggressive. He made Wemby look weak out there and showed him what a BIG MAN really looks like.

[@Ryan-mq2mi]

Right? I said similar. I see it from a financial and fan perspective too. I think this kid puts butts in the seats because he's seen as an underdog and he plays completely different. He would definitely make the franchise more money that he cost them, and I think that's dumb for a bad team to not consider.

[@demikpre]

the NBA has gotten ride of that 90s Basketball for a more Euro style of play, with the ratings dropping they may need to revisit that decision.

[@mekacrab]

@@demikpre It's not a euro style of play. Only a few teams play like european teams.

[@merrylderrickson3147]

he plays with a certain amount of control that makes his already impressive strength that much more dominating. his footwork, his patience, his handle, his head fakes and hesitations are all elite. If he was just three inches taller, the "undersized" label wouldn't be there for teams to fall back on as an excuse. i hope he continues improving and forces the nba to give him a real shot.

[@hud1231]

I see a lot of traveling

[@brodiestephens419]

It's not (just) that he's undersized.... it's that he can't play a lick of defense against any position. He would have more chance of being an actual NBA player if he lost a lot of weight and became a strong wing/guard. We ALL know he's NOT going to lose weight though, or he would have done it a LONG time ago. He just can't stop eating. It's really sad. It annoys me, because literally millions of hoopers all over the world would give anything to be 6'6". This guy has the height AND the skillset... but refuses to stop eating junk food.

[@DaDualityofMan]

@@brodiestephens419To be fair, his weight is his biggest advantage

[@poindextertunes]

@@DaDualityofMan On offense maybe yeah

[@RonzoBall85]

Wow. That's crazy sad. Wild how guys like him and Mac can't get on a roster.

[@juqual78]

Because most NBA players aren't as weak as Wemby. His center of gravity is just so insanely high. He needs to get lower but that is hard because everyone is going to smash into his knees/legs. This is how Alperin Sengun torched him last season. Wemby put on 20 lbs in the offseason but still has some issues with really strong centers in the post. The problem is reaching over the back of someone is basically asking for a foul, because your head is directly in the way! Big girthy men can destroy a stick from this position with skill and timing.

[@dstarsnz]

​@@juqual78ɓruh but 42points and not being considered by a team 😢.... it's just unfortunate

[@mikemcewen516]

I was irate when GS started playing the way they did and won the championship; I understood why but I hated it. Based on their success every team in the league decided to play that way and it makes absolutely no sense. The only way to beat teams like that is to slow the pace to a crawl and play back to the basket or pick and roll/pop. Even Kobe said that on his podcast. Yes, you run when the opportunity presents itself and shoot the open jumper but when the run and gun team starts cooking, you turn the speed down like DJ Screw. If we can all figure that out, why can’t these executives??? That young boy is a walking bucket and he’s proven it at all levels. If he was over 7 feet tall and couldn’t play a lick he’d be on somebody’s bench in the NBA. And don’t even get me started on the Bronny situation. Come on NBA!!! Y’all gots to do better.

[@brodiestephens419]

Yes, he's a walking bucket.... but he can't defend ANYBODY. He's a massive liability on defense, and his offense is not valuable enough to an NBA team to make up for his awful defense. He's too short to defend bigs, and too slow to defend wings and guards. He can't defend the perimeter. He can't defend the post. He can't defend in space. He can't protect the rim. He can't defend in transition.

[@mikemcewen516]

@ Are you talking about Kenny Lofton Jr. or a third of the guys in the NBA who are one dimensional players and turnstiles on defense? Lol! The only difference is they’re either taller or thinner but they’re defensive liabilities just the same. We’ll have to agree to disagree. And you can go through every championship roster and find one guy who’s there strictly for his ability to put the ball in the basket but is a defensive liability; Adrian Dantley, Mark Aguirre and Vinnie Johnson come to mind. Pure scorers, defense be damned. Or defensive stoppers who can’t score. The content creator made the point that teams feel like they’d have to change their style of play to have him on the roster but I think your second and third units should be changes of pace anyway. Maybe your second unit is instant offense and your third is defensive specialists. You mix and match them with your starters to suit your current predicament. A good assistant can work with him and teach him how to stay in front of his guy; he’s only 22. He’s Charles Barkley (a classic tweener) with a better jump shot, who’s a lefty, indefensible and can be a star in the NBA. I do think the move overseas is a mistake. He should sign a 2 way deal where he can be called up when needed and possibly for a playoff run. On a side note, NBA execs need to get with their NHL counterparts to learn how to better utilize their minor league talent.

[@Altitude3]

Any scout or coach that thinks he is to small to play power foward is crazy, he is the definition of a power forward

[@variousrebuilds]

The ONLY reason he’s not in the league is because he doesn’t “look” a certain way. NBA is all about politics man. I hate it sometimes

[@brrazzy8417]

Exactly he’s clearly shown the capability to be a teams offense, but the league wants to give guys like Lamelo or Ant the shine

[@I.am_Groot]

@@brrazzy8417 Lol.. so this kid as good as those guys?

[@brrazzy8417]

@ I never said that I said he’s shown the capability to be a teams offense. He can compete with those guys, but at best I believe he could be a consistent 2nd option but as the video said, not many teams want to run an offense through the post

[@Harvey256]

@@brrazzy8417haven’t the last 6 mvps gone to post players

[@JohnSmith-oc6gm]

There are no back to the basket power forwards anymore. Fat or not. Either be a center and protect the rim or guard the perimeter and shoot 3s.

[@qbcomicaddict2590]

No team needs a guy that comes off the bench to get buckets ?

[@Storm23PS3]

Nuggets...badly need that...

[@knighthonor44]

F***g dumb. Wizards need that badly right now. Sign this dude. He young

[@PrinceMalachi7]

Every team Does. They sleeping

[@triggawoods7665]

Or maybe someone who can play defense. Basketball if not about offense lil boy

[@FerusVagari]

@@Storm23PS3 What is taking the Nuggets so long to sign him?

[@c.conga11]

Meanwhile Bronny:

[@stactheace]

Hahah

[@bakusakonteh2685]

Facts

[@stevenbaker8903]

Word this dude would merk Bronny

[@loganw2433]

The amount of teams that have a horrible bench and need a spark. Yet this guy is getting disrespected. This guy gets buckets.

[@Storm23PS3]

Nuggets...

[@stevearnold8265]

Exactly. Bring him in when you need a few quick buckets and a spark of energy. Or you can bring him in against someone who is terrible at offense so they can’t take advantage of his bad defense.

[@8frangiagiaco537]

With jokic he can be like gordon

[@toomeyeh1]

Lmaooo wemby limp wrist slapping at him in the paint then holding his own wrist and shoulder is too funny 😂 @1:20

[@Jakonito]

3 ball getting boring need more like kenneth

[@PrinceMalachi7]

Facts

[@brodiestephens419]

Is defense boring too....? Because he doesn't bring ANY defense either. The Celtics take and make so many threes per game against very good defense. Imagine how many they would make against a defense that tries to play Lofton 30 minutes per game. 😅😅😅😅 The Thunder share the ball and drive it so well against amazing defenses. Imagine how many open lanes to the basket SGA and J-Dub would have against a defense trying to play Lofton 30 minutes per game. 😅😅😅😅😅

[@Mr.Pop0]

maybe they need to make dunks worth 3 pts, just a thought

[@theheavy2742]

For sure, they need to push the three point line back a coupe of feet to fix this.

[@mike2raw416]

Kenny Loften hoopin like that and not getting a secured nba contract is an insult itself this makes no sense

[@amjj8218]

“Too big to be a guard and too short to be a forward” sounds a little bit like someone we know 🤔 Liangelo is in a similar position, but I think Gelo is quicker and obviously has a consistent outside shot. Tough man, I loved watching Lofton play he DOMINATED and hasn’t shown in any way that he can’t do that in the NBA, really unfortunate

[@icecubesbrother]

Gelo could beast as a 4, especially when PJ Tucker, and Highsmith get a chance!

[@xum0007]

If you can be skinny and 6’7 and be a small forward you can definitely be a fucking mass monster and 6’6 and play the same position, size-wise. I think Lofton’s issue is on the defensive end.

[@brandons2842]

Gelo sucks. Lofton is lightyears beyond him.

[@icecubesbrother]

@brandons2842You're half right! KJL is light-years beyond him and a few players. But, Gelo isn't garbage! Maybe misunderstood, or teams don't recognize what he can contribute. I wouldn't comp Gelo to KLJ, I would compare to the handful of players that don't cut it in their supposed position(s) and are moved to SF, PF, or even C, because they're considered too less of something, but are able to play defense or whatever! The NBA forces most role players to simplify their game to shooting 3's, rebounding, and being switchable. Gelo is as fast as Klay Thompson. But, he's slower than most 2 guards. Ok, he's tall enough to play the 3. But, some of y'all will say he's too slow for that position. And, I would ask, how is he too slow to run off screens, and such? Cus,I saw Gelo do those things in the G-League. And, if you saw him play....ever, he has a good basketball I.Q. Lastly, he tends play in the post. He's listed at 6'5", but by pictures, he looks at least 6'6". He stays around a weight of 225, and most teams push those type of players to play the 4. I may not agree, but the players that around those heights and weights, are in the NBA, starting! KLJ, is way better them! Gelo, possibly could be one of the best small ball 4's in the league, if given a chance! He does everything that is asked of those other players. KLJ, would still be better.... Even better than Draymond 🤨

[@brandons2842]

@ Gelo is slow and not athletic. KLJ deserves to be in the league

[@SirBumRush]

This dude is in Chine while Bronny, Zion, and Good ol Ben Simmons are still chilling in their position.

[@cameronmcgauchie1842]

I bloody LOVED THIS video. I was entirely into learning about his moves and athleticism etc. But the moment you said "Charles Barkley" I got chills. exactly right. Was worried you were going to Shaq or something; but you were entirely on the vibe. Even Charles was born in a wrong time but it was close enough to make things work/happen. It's the unfortunate road.... But god bless them for staying who they are. Breath of fresh air.

[@rudyardganuelas6254]

That’s nonsense. Barkley was stupid fast and jumpy compared to his height and weight all through his career. You don’t see Lofton outrunning everyone on a fastbreak like Barkley did, which he did up until his Rockets years

[@nineteeneightynine432]

​@@rudyardganuelas6254 he's a walmart Barkley sochan is a walmart Rodman

[@BanditsandBusiness]

Nice update! I had forgotten all about this guy. I'm rooting for him!

[@mathewsousa3915]

If he can knock down a three ball consistently and play good defense, maybe he could find himself in an Al Horford type situation down the road.

[@R.B.90]

I was thinking this too. His defense n floor spacing on offense probably makes him a net negative no matter how good he is playing. Jahil Okafor was a bucket too. N no one wanted him. Cuz even if he's cooking he's still a negative overall.

[@b-bomb917]

I’d play him like brunson

[@Frenzyspecialist]

He is that guy but his weight is the caution sign for many teams

[@swayvacious1]

@@Frenzyspecialistthat superficial, Oliver miller played for eons and was the fattest player ever in the nba, I nvr saw him injured either

[@SaintIC]

@@swayvacious1??, he’s literally missed whole seasons like twice. He also played in a slower overall less athletic era.

[@lukagg998]

>didnt fit with the fast paced play of Ja >draft zach edey

[@grimmersnee]

He is a hell of a player. If he could drop 5-10kg it would take his game to another level.. but I'm sure he has heard that a 1000 times. I wish him well

[@vlada]

All these fat guys have been told this 1000x. Considering that an NBA contract is the prize for doing it, it's depressing that people don't have the will power

[@GamaDaGreat]

The thing that sucks about being that tall is that you’re weight is distributed but your joints still take a pounding because, in case no one else knew, Wemby is still pushing 240 pounds. Yes he can get bigger but those knees can only take so much, no diddy.

[@harveyepstein8256]

bro was meant to play o line but somehow found his way into the basketball court.

[@mjovercome]

Cause he a hooper, he made it far at the size. Further than a lot of people with the “basketball” body

[@mateuszzdyb3547]

i've watched hin in summer league games for jazz. offensively he can do his exploits so in some schemas he can easily be a go-to guy, but defensively he was always guarding too far on 1-1 and anyone with some shooting skills were making easy 3s on him, and when he was trying to guard closer, they ran around him. so yeah, in nba he would be a big liability defensively. still, i'd waste a spot for him as a rotation guy, that can be used in certain situations

[@v0lum3fpv50]

This. There's absolutely no mention of his defense at all... because it's a big problem, that's what they mean when they say he's too small to play a forward and too heavy to play a guard... he's unable to guard anyone. Everyone's comparing him to Barkley, but Barkley was a work horse on both ends... but he also wasn't defending the kind of player this dude has to try to defend. Having a guy who can push through the paint for a contested 2 isn't worth the offset of a liability on defense who can't cover any position.

[@UncleRuckus2K]

As someone that played against both nba players and individuals in another professional league I can say with 100% certainty the difference is less about level of competition and more about style of play for a good number of players

[@okachobired5856]

His NBA stats say he is 6'7 and 275lbs. That means he's already come down from 300lbs. Going down to 260lbs would serve him even better and also be great on his knees. Being lighter will help his defence and lateral movement. This kid is way too skilled to not be in the NBA. Moses Malone told Charles Barkley to lose more weight and he did.

[@vlada]

Fat guys like Oliver Miller that eat themselves out of the league ain't rare .

[@mankut4884]

he is not 6'7 he was measured 6'5.5 barefoot

[@tanseltufekci1593]

I can borrow him 2 inches if it helps to cheat the NBA coaches to get a contract😅

[@ilovebeefification]

Excited for his next opportunity to prove himself at the highest level . He gives off Boris Diaw 2.0 vibes

[@user-gd5zf2rj8j]

lowkey feel bad for ken, he’s so talented. as a hornets fan I think maybe he would’ve been a good fit.

[@xtraspecialj]

I think he would be great on the Warriors. Draymond could teach him a lot on the defensive end as well and help him become a better passer too.

[@andre-le-bone-aparte]

ESPN: Zion Williamson Is FAT Kenneth Lofton Jr: Am I a Joke To You?

[@EL_bball]

Thanks for this video. I was just wondering what happened to him the other day! Also agree he would have had many opportunities in the 90s 2000s.

[@linushesjedal3107]

The amount of times you could say "pause" is crazy in this video

[@user-gd5zf2rj8j]

It was honestly annoying and corny

[@smoovj7420]

​​@@user-gd5zf2rj8jFr these insecure ah dudes and how they think and talk will tell you a lot about them.

[@bratan6170]

bro ten seconds in lmao

[@leastselfawarepotassium]

He was definitely doing it on purpose haha.

[@swagoneto7922]

It got annoying real fast…

[@kingjay7472]

What I've come to realize over the years is that usually, most guys that are top to bottom true NBA players stick in the league. Not just guys that are talented hoopers. Some guys just have poor work ethic and bad discipline. Some are just too limited in what they're good at to justify keeping a roster spot. A lot goes into who teams decide to sign and spend millions on. It takes more than being just skilled, as crazy as that might sound.

[@montellmiyagihaynes3475]

Respectfully whatever a team needs to win, if a player can contribute too that then they should be used. Playing styles can be tailored and used with good coaching. I don’t feel it makes sense that they had Ken and draft Edey, based off that point? If it was a system thing Edey would be in the same boat as Ken in terms of speed and movement. Slightly different positions but if the coaching was good Ken could still be used imo. Definitely doesent mean he “shouldn’t get a spot in the NBA”

[@TheHazeG]

This is why nba ratings are down they want no physicality

[@drngo477]

Hes definitely slept on... his style is too intimidating in this NBA league. Hes got that oldschool toughness with that swag. He'd be an asset in a place like denver or golden state.

[@apap1586]

A guy like that would be an instant fan favorite on the NY Knicks. I like Style NBA players, I don't like today's game now you got centers shooting 3 pointers..

[@TheSadistNat1on]

great vid breh

[@jamespohl-md2eq]

Scoring 42 and 14 boards sounds impressive until context is provided. In that game Tre Mann had a triple double 25/12/12. Olivier Sarr had 22 and 15. And Ousmane Dieng had 22 and 15. When’s that Sarr video coming. Lol

[@brandonthompson628]

So it's less impressive because 3 guys had lesser performances?

[@jamespohl-md2eq]

@@brandonthompson628​​⁠​⁠Are you really this slow? If double doubles are common then, yes, it’s less impressive. And, you seem to have reading comprehension issues. Mann had a triple double, that’s not less. And, when scrubs like Mann, Sarr, and Dieng are putting up huge numbers it shows how worthless the stats are. It’s like you don’t even know the nba.

[@brandonthompson628]

@@jamespohl-md2eq oooh triple double. You're so simple

[@jamespohl-md2eq]

@@brandonthompson628The only one simple is you. Stop digging

[@DeshawnTaylor-b2w]

First game in NBA 40 points 10 rebounds is crazy no matter what size you are or wait

[@khultherro8613]

You’re only covering his offensive abilities. He is a BIG liability on defense. He can’t stay with his man, he is too immobile on defense, can’t stop opponents that change direction on him.

[@PrinceMalachi7]

There are a lot of weak defenders in the NBA

[@khultherro8613]

@ Yes! And there are levels od inability to defend. With the weight he carries, I doubt he can keep with anyone on defense. His defense is why he keeps getting cut, not for his offense.

[@darealliljable]

​@@khultherro8613 here's the thing , make him play defense, he's way too valuable a offensive asset to not coach that up, he's young and still growing, with that being said the nba needs him.

[@khultherro8613]

@ you can’t teach speed, he has power, but he lacks speed for defense.

[@freezedatakeover]

I never heard anybody cooking him going for big #'s against him tho

[@ralphbanks4092]

I really like his game & fans like him too... He could contribute & i hope he keeps playing & doesn't get frustrated... Good video 🎉...

[@Miggawhigga]

“Long and tall” is crazy

[@zyxwut321]

This is EXACTLY what could've happened to Charles Barkley had he been born in the wrong era and been a young player coming out now.

[@blablablaa14]

Kenny Lofton is his own biggest problem. He should have lost weight years ago so he could play the four and defend more efficiently. He isn't a good defender at his size and is not fast enough to guard people his height. If he really wanted to he could get serious, lose a bit of weight and have teams jump on him cause his talent is big, but his professionalism isn't. Look at how Naz Reid changed his entire eating habits and this summer he signing a over 100 million deal and he's very similar to Kenny

[@squiggs1002]

If he lost 50-70 lbs he would be a totally different player. His offensive style would not work. The problem at his height for pros he should be 2 or 3. He actually probably would have been great in football TE or lineman.

[@almac9203]

Naz Reid is 6 foot 9 whereas KLJ is only 6 foot 5. He is a bit undersized.

[@Demion83]

His weight benefits him, he uses it perfectly to dominate.

[@wickenmuller5188]

Well since this video doesn't really give an explanation of why Lofton isn't in the League except for blaming analytics for it here are some obvious points: -Post scoring (generally speaking) isn't very effective and it's hard to incorporate it into an offense -Loftons framework makes him an outstandingly bad defender and there's truly no way out of this for him. Even if he was to slim down he couldn't ever stay in front of Nba level guards. Defending Big Men on the other Hand would be trouble for him too since he's just to little. We haven't even touched switchability yet. Far better players have fallen out of the League for this very basic reason: If you're a problem on defense your offensive production needs to be very good to outshine that. If you're not a superstar you may end up unplayable very fast -His free throw percentage is in the 60s which suggests that he'll never be a good volume shooter All of the above are clear red flags for a player of lofton's talent. He does have the offensive skillset to be a 15min per game spark plug but it's very hard to see how he could ever play playoff minutes for a contending team. Therefore teams aren't to invested in him since his potential upside is very limited. He may not be amongst the very worst NBA players, but it's tough to imagine a route to being a positive for him. Playing in China won't really help either since in contrast to what the video mentions china does not have a very competitive League that compares to the European ones in any way (jimmer fredette dropping 50 should have been a clue to that)

[@j5daniel182]

Tells you how dumb GMs are and how lazy coaches are. He can’t make it as the 8th man?? Just provide scoring off the bench. He does not even need to play in every game.

[@emmetkeane4807]

He can't play defense and isn't better than the 300 players that have them spots. GM know way more ball than you, me or anyone else in this comment section

[@j5daniel182]

@ most 6th men of the year winners can’t defend. Thats why they are bench players.

[@emmetkeane4807]

@@j5daniel182 they can all shoot and be a positive to the team though. Lofton has too many negatives (short for his position, too slow, can't shoot well, only score ISO ball). Even if you just gave him the ball in the post, teams could double and he's too short to pass over the defense. He hasn't even proven he can score against NBA centers. (Wemby and Chet were 17yr old sticks and that 40 piece against OKC was against their g league team the final game of regular season)

[@jamespohl-md2eq]

Every fan should pray you are never a coach or gm.

[@kg3711]

@@j5daniel182 lol Lofton sucks, he got owned by Thanasis in a preseason game lmao

[@knighthonor44]

I hate how the draft works and the social politics of how draft prospects get handled

[@Rizziah423]

Wizards should sign him, they may as well

[@NN-uu3re]

I saw this dude absolutely DOMINATE my Rio Grande Valley Vipers the last 2 years. I think he hits the nail on the head in analysis. Teams don't want him because they will slow down their offense. He doesn't have the size to be a dominant defender either. IF he was like 360 and maybe 6'9" or 6'10" then maybe it would make more sense. But make NO MISTAKE he is the modern day Baby Barkley. Its silly the reasons but ultimately that's how the NBA game is played now. It makes it more interesting to have constant non-stop action, but we miss out on some incredible talents because of it.

[@TYREE-pt1qg]

Zion is the new Kenny Lofton.

[@puhlease4289]

Kenny plays

[@Ravenfanatic5]

​@@puhlease4289and Kenny is actually healthy

[@maxakaredant]

How things have changed for Shangai Sharks and Kenneth since then, seems like it “became personal” to him lol

[@chasegardner9569]

Wish he stayed with the grizzlies Would have been cool to see him and Yuki on the same team

[@DawGamin]

I'm sorry but players like him are built way better for the NBA than the skinny fellas. He can tone that down with the teams training camps and training facilities.

[@ttvnelson3102]

Great episode 🎉

[@reckleyfitness901]

The nets could have used him

[@INikeAir]

Man bring this kid into the A. These highlights in this video alone got me hyped and wanting to watch him. Hes honestly what we need to make the game better

[@いいとこどり-x6p]

If he loses weight, he can be 4.simple

[@aubinaps1427]

weight is POWER, if he loses weight he loses POWER which is very problematic for a powerful bully ball player. There is nothing hard to understand here...

[@roboticvenom1935]

@@aubinaps1427 yeah but he can lose some of the weight. 260 or 270 LBS at 6-6 makes you a bowling ball. If he can shed 30-40LBS of fat or just replace it with some more muscle he could definitely improve! he doesn't need to be 300+

[@desean619]

ZBO + Carmelo 🔥🔥🔥 never heard of this kid sick content 🙏🏾💯

[@DomTCh]

i think its just his playstyle that really stopped him from playing in the nba. you are right on the point. people here saying he deserves a spot, but in reality numbers arent everything. a players playstyle is just as important

[@sebastianwallin9014]

It's crazy how people achieve all these stuff and some people still never heard of them, js proves how quickly one can be forgotten in the world of the NBA

[@canderia]

He was a fan favorite here. Also, it's hilarious that College game ending was between him and Roddy, another former Grizz.

[@kg3711]

Roddy and Lofton both suck

[@ChrisYuchenZhou]

He's been killing it lately in the CBA, and the Shanghai Sharks are on a 8 game winning streak behind him

[@havadd]

Memphis should have swallowed their pride after he scored 40 and used him in their playoffs, brings to mind Jeremy Lin's success cut short

[@GodlyCarnage]

Thanks for the video. What a beast.

[@AHX214]

5000 players in all of nba history and y’all acting like he deserves a spot and they owe him a chance to play.

[@uneedamuracle]

Yeah… would you rather a 6’6” post-player taking up a big-man spot… or a 6’10” diesel rebounder supporting your scorers? You can’t play him at SF if he can’t shoot the 3. Love watching him play, buuuut he’s gotta adapt to the NBA. His weight fluctuation in this video is crazy to see. I’m sure it’s hard for him. He’ll be a star in China tho.

[@TMPOUZI]

he clearly has the talent to play there though, didn't the highlights clear that up for you?

[@SDesWriter]

Dallas should sign him. They desperately need a backup PF for Washington and he's only 6'7/6'8. They've been living with Kleber who is a decent defender, but miserable offensively. I don't think he could play center because people would just shoot over him, but if he has a legitimate outside shot to go with his post game, sounds like he'd be a great backup PF.

[@aspleen1102]

His eating habit is why he's not in the NBA. He got skill but he's not Zion, and Zion is already a big issue. Also, he was one of the worst D of the NBA when he played. Scoring is one thing, but Basketball is played on both side of the court.

[@metsrus]

you know 75% of the nba players don't play defense, don't you

[@ThomasMacky]

Nonsense, what about Charles Barkley?

[@metsrus]

@@ThomasMacky Charles said it was difficult but he did try to maintain his weight while he was in the nba.

[@mancavecustoms13]

really well made video, love dit

[@Ramitos31]

Ridiculous! Meanwhile Zion out there in the NBA just being lazy

[@tanseltufekci1593]

Zion can fly but this potateo sack can onl walk and push

[@DangerousDevilOfficial]

Lofton played for our Jazz last season. He played very well at the end of the year. And I don’t know why he wasn’t given more of a chance. He can get out there, push guys around. And can score efficiently. Why he isn’t playing NBA right now is baffling. It has to be because of his A-typical body type. I wonder if teams are worried about him remaining healthy and in good enough shape for a long term player. We have seen a number of players over the years who are overweight who start strong and flame out. Zion is a great example of this right now. And perhaps he is a good example why NBA teams are hesitant to give Lofton a real chance. But I agree, this guy’s game is centered around his size. And he has a great touch shooting the ball. I wish my Jazz had given him more of a chance especially since we are in rebuild mode anyway. I am a fan of this kid. And I really hope he gets another chance to shine in the NBA….

[@csmith15123]

He just dropped 30pts 11rbs n 8 assists 3 days ago. He plays with Eric Bledsoe. Hes Balling!!!

[@901.suavecito]

Drew Bledsoe?? He’s an old quarterback bruh 😂😂😂😂 ERIC BLEDSOE

[@csmith15123]

@ word

[@YoBoiToxic488]

just checked his stats and today he put up 35-11-6 on 14-17 shooting

[@a.e.w.384]

The teams see him as risky because at that weight it's only a matter of time before he gets a serious injury. Too bad he isn't motivated to drop weight. I says this as a heavy guy myself. For me, I would have done everything I could to drop the needed weight just so I could guarantee myself to be a millionaire and be financially secure for the rest of my life. If his weight is his biggest strength then no team should be taking a chance on him. His skills should be standing out not his weight. Get rid of the weight. At best he will be another baby davis at worst he will be another future bust like zion williamson.

[@ojigiehon8456]

It’s about fit. I think anyone who watches his full games can see he can play but when you put this guy on a team to play a role what role is he supposed to play? How would he fit in a specific team system? If he lost 30lbs then those questions wouldn’t even matter I think he’d be so undeniable as a talent teams would HAVE to keep him. But at 270-280lbs he’s no where near as explosive as Zion and teams aren’t looking for a 6’6 post player not named Zion Williamson. If he got to 240lbs he’d be able to guard more than one position and score on all positions. He’d have the cardio and foot speed to not be a liability on defense and the offensive versatility to play multiple roles on the floor.

[@icecubesbrother]

He can easily fit! Teams are lazy, and blind!

[@ChaseSLester-CSL]

The roll I see is just play what he's good at. Which is paint scoring. As a full time starter with better players on the roster then it's another grizz situation. Unless a team doesn't have a center or someone that paint scores. But I don't know. The roll is paint scoring but there just isn't a team who needs it.

[@mjovercome]

I seen bro in the gym in Houston a couple months ago. He looked pretty lean, he looked like he was 6’8 not 6’6. & bro is a beast, he definitely should be in the league.

[@Grxguapo]

KLJ such a fun player to watch play, IQ like the joker but underrated because his size and figure, shame to let that diminish his game

[@rey1953]

He reminds me of Wes Unseld, 6’7” 245, standout player ‘68-81’, MVP his rookie year.

[@YoungSwaggness]

KLJ is straight to the point no flashiness simple game always been a fan of bro’s game 💯💯💯💪🏾

[@KLAK37]

He's nice with it

[@muckinyoface]

He is exactly the type of player a team needs in the play-offs..defensive battles need strong back you down offensive players.

[@HampETX903]

I wish his hometown team (I know he’s from port arthur) Houston rockets would pick him up

[@steventbaby]

No, he's from my hometown Port Arthur, Tx.... 15 minutes away from Beaumont, Tx

[@steventbaby]

But I do agree the Rockets should pick him up

[@HampETX903]

@@steventbaby oh yeah you right

[@HampETX903]

@@steventbaby rip pimp c

[@steventbaby]

@@HampETX903 🙏🏾🕊️ 💯 salute bro

[@SlottiexBob]

His style of play is to old school for this current league which is crazy! Because his efficiency is high and seems to understand how to play the game.

[@leastselfawarepotassium]

Fattest is crazy. Surely we could go for a heaviest or biggest. You say girth about 50 times maybe you could’ve used that.

[@sixmike]

To be clear, the reason Kenny was dropped by so many teams in a short period of time wasn't his performance on the court - the dude was reportedly missing practices and was otherwise pretty emotionally immature. His game was fine but he made it hard for teams to rely on him, the guy still needs some time to learn to become a pro. Hoping that his China stint helps him grow a bit, I think he'll get another shot down the line.

[@steventbaby]

Where did you get this information from?

[@sixmike]

@@steventbaby idk I went to look up reports and didn't see any, some comment poisoned my brain. my bad

[@steventbaby]

@@sixmike 💯 you good bro

[@liox1638]

"Fattest" 💀

[@HoopsCenter73]

Dang

[@PuhiPureBloOdYT]

Great upload dude. This guy can play and deserves a chance imo

[@Storm23PS3]

He should be a Nugget...

[@Trollificusv2]

Hmm...one of the few teams that isn't slavishly copycatting the "5-out" offensive style. They'd still need better 3-point shooting but seems like he could contribute. But that's how coaches/GMs are, football, baseball, basketball: they claim to be looking for any advantage to win, but in reality, they are just looking for ways to keep their jobs. IOW, they're never going to try anything that, if it fails, can be criticized. That's why all the pro leagues are copycat leagues.

[@g_lantos]

Heck yeah, the Lakers could use him a lot with AD inside the paint, or the Denver paired with Jokic (2 big bodies under the rim), both great scorer.

[@becloudgaming4090]

overweight? isnt that the normal weight there in america? lol kidding aside, lofton is a very good player, i dont understand why NBA teams dont want him.

[@rudyardganuelas6254]

In texas, we’d call him skinny

[@methos4866]

Because basketball is not a sport in the NBA. It's entertainment and he's not marketable. Which is of course ridiculous but that's the sad reality.

[@kenyb-y7l]

Here in Rocket land, Wemby is in our division, if this forward can score on, or at the very least keep Wemby on the perimeter, I'm seeing some match up values with this player. "Hay rockets".... Wemby's going to be our thorn for a long time, how about giving this a try.

[@mach3musicstudio112]

The NBA is now a perimeter shooting league with 7 footers shooting 3s like they have no low post game. Players like Lofton will struggle to get on a roster because their skillset is more suited for the past 3 decades.

[@JacksterH330]

I genuinely cannot wrap my mind around the idea that not a single NBA team wants Lofton. He's proven he's NBA-ready at every opportunity he's been given. Like I get there's intangibles that weaken Lofton's case, but it's disgusting the Bronny has a roster spot and he doesn't.

[@aryasdaddy2722]

The NBA is a joke… Lofton is an unstoppable power house, but they giving trash players contracts. This is why the NBA’s declining.

[@lokoflipz5344]

Ngl I feel he definitely has a spot in the NBA and it's unfortunate that nobody in the organization knows how to utilize him. I don't follow basketball nearly as much as I used to but I remember hearing about his 40 point grizzly game and was excited to see what was to come. And then I just didn't hear much about him.

[@truthmayhurt4488]

That's how Charles Barkley battle with the giants in the post despite his shorter frame, he used his low center, width and strength

[@TimmyT624]

currently destroying CBA league, playing for Shanghai Sharks. a game changer when he was on the court, can shoot and low post. Defense can train, Definitely absolutely positively deserved another chance in NBA.

[@afooool]

They wonder why every team plays same way, maybe because the nba pushes any low post player out the league

[@vonniofdoom5590]

The problem is he needs a team that fits his play style in the NBA, and none do right now, his play style doesn’t seem bad, he’s dam efficient tbh.

[@abrahamand3158others]

The nba problem is that there is too much talent for 30 teams, leaving so many "Baby stars" like him, mac mcclung, and isaiah thomas stranded in the g league with nba teams hesitant to build a team around them. I dont get why we dont get a team expansion soon