[cLaY]

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Pistons center Ben Wallace won the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year award for the third time in four years, a source within the league said Monday.

The Pistons scheduled an afternoon news conference, and the source, who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity, said Wallace would be presented with the award at that time.

Wallace also won it in 2002 and 2003.

During the regular season, he ranked fifth with 2.38 blocks per game, second with 12.2 rebounds a game and 23rd with 1.43 steals a game. The 6-foot-9, 240-pound Wallace ranks second in the playoffs with three blocks a game.

The defending champion Pistons will try to clinch their first-round series against Philadelphia when they host Game 5 against the 76ers on Tuesday.

Philadelphia coach Jim O'Brien has marveled at Wallace's ability to pressure players rebounding the ball, then harass the point guard as he dribbles up the court.

Wallace drew a charge near the Sixers' basket on such a sequence in Philadelphia against 6-foot, 165-pound Allen Iverson, one of the NBA's quickest players.

[BIRD33]

Shows there are no really good defenders in the league anymore.

[cLaY]

Shows there are no really good defenders in the league anymore.

there was this one guy, i forget his name...thought it would be cool to go smack some fan around for throwing a harmless beer in a cup in his direction. what was that nut cases' name?

[BIRD33]

Artest.Think about this for a second.Wallace is the best defender in the league but cant defend the best player at his position in the eastern conference.Nor can he defend Tim duncan in the west.Weak era for defenders.

[cLaY]

Fuck off I hate you

[BIRD33]

Truth hurts.

[cLaY]

Truth hurts.

I rank Ben right up next to Dennis Rodman, same type of game. The one difference is Ben might be developing a slightly better offensive game.

[BIRD33]

I rank Ben right up next to Dennis Rodman, same type of game. The one difference is Ben might be developing a slightly better offensive game.

Wallace couldnt hold Rodmans jock.During rodmans prime he was the best rebounder ever under 7' and could cover anybody.Refer back to my comment regarding Wallace not being able to cover two guys at his postion right now.Wallace's offensive game looks good because the Pistons are so deep.He's getting easy shots.

[cLaY]

who did Rodman have to guard in his prime?

[Anhil8tor]

do they get a trophy or something for that?

[BIRD33]

who did Rodman have to guard in his prime?

Karl Malone.Malone was in his prime when rodman had to matchup with him in the finals.

[cLaY]

Ben could guard Malone in his prime, I'm certain of that.

[BIRD33]

Ben could guard Malone in his prime, I'm certain of that.

You are delusional.Wallace cant cover a hurt shaq but he can cover one of the best power forwards ever?Malone would knock down that turnaround J on wallace all day.

[cLaY]

You are delusional.Wallace cant cover a hurt shaq but he can cover one of the best power forwards ever?Malone would knock down that turnaround J on wallace all day.

Thats the kind of defense Ben excells at, guarding the jumper. When you get a guy who is bigger and stronger on the blocks against Ben of course it works to their advantage. Karl Malone is the perfect example of the type of player Ben Wallace earned 3 DPY awards on.

[BIRD33]

Ha!Your NBA knowledge is suspect. Do you remember how good Karl Malone was?Fucking original dream team member,voted one of the top 50 players of all time? Can Ben Wallace cover anybody on the list below?

All Time Leaders: Points
Player PTS
1. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar 38,387
2. Karl Malone 36,928
3. Michael Jordan 32,292
4. Wilt Chamberlain 31,419
5. Moses Malone 27,409




The Statistical Legacy Of Karl Malone


Leaving it all on the floor every night for 19 season made Karl Malone one of the most respected and accomplished competitors in NBA history. Opponents and teammates alike knew that Karl was going to deliver every day, hence the nickname "The Mailman." February 13 he makes his last delivery to Utah, this time in the form of his official retirement from professional basketball.
The numbers from his career are stunning and easily rank with the greatest performers the sport of basketball has ever seen including Jordan, Abdul-Jabaar, Chamberlain and even Stockton. It's a legacy that may be forever unmatched in its depth and diversity. As a tribute to the Mailman and a reference for his fans, we present the statistical legacy of Karl Malone.

Career Averages Totals Points 25.0 36,928 Rebounds 10.1 14,968 Assists 3.6 5,248 Steals 1.4 2,085 Blocks .78 1,145 Games Played: 1,476 Playoffs Averages Totals Points 24.7 4,761 Rebounds 10.7 2062 Assists 3.2 610 Steals 1.34 258 Blocks .70 135 Games Played: 193

Regular Season Notes and Records
36,928 points ranks second in NBA history behind Kareem Abdul-Jabaar's 38,387
25.0 scoring average ranks 10th all-time
Is NBA's all-time leader in both free throws attempted & made (9,787-13,188)
Ranks 2nd in shots taken with 26,210 (Abdul-Jabaar, 28,307) and shots made with 13,528 (Abdul-Jabaar 15,837)
Is sixth on the league's all-time rebounding list (14,968)
2,085 steals puts Karl at 9th all-time (Stockton leads with 3,265)
54,852 minutes played is also 2nd to Abdul-Jabaar (57,446)
One of two players (Jerry West to average at least 25 points in 11 consecutive seasons (1989-99)
Holds NBA record for most consecutive seasons (11) with 2,000 or more points and most total seasons (12) with 2,000 plus points
Scored in double figures 575 consecutive games, third longest streak in NBA history behind Michael Jordan (840) and Kareem Abdul-Jabaar (787), from December 18, 1991 through March 26, 1999
Led league in free-throws made a record eight times (1988-89 thru 1992-93 and 1996-97 thru 1998-99)
Played in career-high 543 consecutive games from December 18,1991 to April 8, 1998, with streak ending due to league suspension
Played all 82 games in a season 10 times, tied for third all-time (14- John Stockton, A.C. Green, 10-Randy Smith)
Ranks behind only John Stockton (1,504) for most games played with one franchise at 1,434
Scored a career-high 61 points (21-26 FG, 19-19 FT), the most by a Jazz player since the franchise moved to Utah, vs. Milwaukee on January 27, 1990
Has scored 50+ points four times, 40+ 44 times, 30+ 427 times
Jazz were 312-115 (.731) when the Mailman scored 30 or more points
Registered three triple-doubles in his career (29 pts, 12 rb, 10 as v. Clippers on 5/4/99)
<LI>Karl also has the second most fouls in NBA history (Abdul-Jabaar 4,657) Playoff Notes and Records

19 years in the playoffs ties Karl with John Stocton for most in NBA history
4,761 playoff points ranks third behind Jordan (5,987) and Abdul-Jabaar (5,762)
193 playoff games ranks fourth
7,907 minutes is fourth most
Karl is third in both field goals made and attempted (3,768-1,743)
He is second in free throws made and third in free throws attempted (1,269-1,725)
Ranks fourth in rebounds with 2,062
Eighth in steals (258)
<LI>Committed 662 personal fouls, third most

All-Star Game Notes and Records

Selected to the game 14 times, tied for second most with Jordan behind Abdul-Jabaar (18)
Played in 12 games, 7th best all-time
Co-MVP with John Stockton of 1993 All-Star game held in Salt Lake City
<LI>Scored 145 points, 14th all-time

[cLaY]

that 50 greatest player list is shit...seriously. Ben Wallace could defend Karl Malone, I could give a fuck less what any stats say.

[BIRD33]

Please look at the first line in your sig again.

[cLaY]

i lost a bet, thats all...

[snarg]

nobody had consistent success guarding the mailman