The last couple of days in the NBA have been centered around World Peace. Not the idea of World Peace though that needs attention. Metta World Peace, formerly Ron Artest. It seems that Metta is in trouble with the league once more. On Sunday during the win vs. the Thunder, Metta made a dunk and then, during his celebration, elbowed James Harden of the Thunder directly on the side of his head. There has been some debate whether or not Harden was trying to deliberately get in the way of Metta but it's clear that Metta's elbow was uncalled for and has no place in the game. Earlier today, the NBA officially suspended Metta World Peace for 7 games, 6 of those would be applicable in the postseason provided that the Lakers are not eliminated in less than 5 games.
I am very surprised... that it took Metta this long to get into serious trouble again. He was doing so well for the most part. Wasn't getting into brawls, spats, or taking fights into the stands. Then this elbow comes along and ruins World Peace. Right now I'm thinking that his name is more of an ironic statement. I get it now. Anyway, I also think it would be appropriate for him to change his name. I know why he changed it in the first place but it seems like he's ruined his new name's resolution so why not start anew.
This story, of course, comes with questions surrounding the Lakers and whether or not they can get past the first round without World Peace. The earth has seemingly lived without it for so long, I'm sure the Lakers can too.
P.S. Get well soon, Harden.
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