Thoughts on the Oregonian's Geoffrey C. Arnold?

I feel like the guy doesn't really like basketball
he's "underwhelming" lol

over 2 years ago Charles Barkley McLovin 8 comments 0 recs |

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I actually think he does a pretty nice job.

He is the Oregonian’s NBA writer, not a beat writer or columnist. Consequently, his articles often cover broader topics than those of, say, Jason Quick. Quick does a great job of providing a behind-the-scenes look at the Blazer locker room. His articles have much more depth and personality because they focus on a very specific subject. However, I like Arnold’s writing because he offers a mostly objective look at the NBA as a whole. He serves a different function than Quick or Canzano, but I still find his articles insightful.

by Roy Wonder on Jul 26, 2009 12:25 PM PDT reply actions

Somehow, this FanShot left me wanting...... Some substance, any substance...

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by timbo on Jul 26, 2009 1:08 PM PDT reply actions

Agree

I look forward to his articles

by JMoon on Jul 26, 2009 1:11 PM PDT reply actions

Meant to be agreeing with Roy Wonder

by JMoon on Jul 26, 2009 1:12 PM PDT up reply actions

i haven’t read his articles as i tend to avoid the oregonian like the black death, but whenever arnold comes on the airwaves to share his opinion he is usually lacking in facts and/or basic knowledge.

seems like a decent enough guy, but doesn’t sound like he spends to much time doing any research or watching that much basketball for that matter.

of course, that is typical for any sports writer these days.

by ratzo on Jul 26, 2009 1:38 PM PDT reply actions

i agree, it seems like he didn't understand any of the cap space rules

Woof

by Charles Barkley McLovin on Jul 26, 2009 5:13 PM PDT up reply actions

yep, more than once i’ve noticed arnold get some very basic NBA concepts wrong. he often comes across a guy that transferred from the living section..,

by strong on Jul 27, 2009 4:46 PM PDT up reply actions