JaVale McGee memes: Is he new Nuggets star or complete idiot?

In the Nuggets' clobbering of the Lakers last night, JaVale McGee scored just two points after notching 21 in the previous victory. Such is the enigma of McGee, who's got great physical skills but is widely regarded to be a moron -- the star of his own Deadspin feature who...

By Michael Roberts

May 11, 2012

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In the Nuggets' clobbering of the Lakers last night, JaVale McGee scored just two points after notching 21 in the previous victory. Such is the enigma of McGee, who's got great physical skills but is widely regarded to be a moron -- the star of his own Deadspin feature who recently tossed away his Tuesday game ball on national TV. Can he change his dopey rep? If so, he's got lotsa work to do, as evidenced by this ridiculous NBA Memes page collection. Check it out. Page down to see more JaVale McGee memes. Page down to see more JaVale McGee memes. Page down to see more JaVale McGee memes. Page down to see more JaVale McGee memes. Follow and like the Michael Roberts/Westword Facebook page.

Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword's news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor's degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master's degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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