How I Learned to Stop Hatin’ and Love D-Fish

What makes Derek Fisher so great?

Growing up during “The Lake Show” era of the 90’s, Nick Van Exel was Basketball God and nobody else even came close. Van Exel was one of my childhood heroes growing up, right up there next to Luke Skywalker, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Rocky, and Ah-nold.

When Derek Fisher joined the Lakers in the same season as Kobe Bryant, (1996-1997) I immediately didn’t like him. In fact, for the first 4 seasons of his career, I hated Derek Fisher. Why? Because he was so uncool, he was so unsexy, and dare I say it, he sucked.

But throughout the years, my opinion of Fisher has changed. Part of the reason was because I grew up, and part of the reason was because Fisher changed as well. This is the story of how I learned to stop hating, and love the Fish.

Next: Can’t Shoot, Can’t Dunk, What CAN He Do?

You May Also Like

Lakers News: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Believes Recent Games Have Felt Like Playoffs

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been one of the most durable players on the Los Angeles Lakers for several years, but it’s been…

Lakers News: Christian Wood Figuring Out How To Best Support Anthony Davis Defensively

One of the biggest struggles for the Los Angeles Lakers early on this season has been clearing out the defensive glass…

Now Might Be The Perfect Time For The Lakers To Bring Jerry West Home

A few events in the past 48 hours have me thinking. Mike…

Jordan Clarkson: ‘I’ve Learned So Many Things’ From Kobe Bryant

During his rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Jordan Clarkson had the unique privilege to learn from and playing alongside one of the greatest players in NBA history…