POTD 1/10/12: Chandler Parsons Putback Slam On Boris Diaw

Chandler Parsons has made an impressive habit of flying into the picture, seemingly coming from nowhere, to finish off missed shots by his Rockets teammates.  In a January 4th game against the Clippers he surprised Blake Griffin (and me) with a rim rocker at Staples Center.  Last night he swooped in and caught Boris Diaw off guard as he slammed a Kyle Lowry layup attempt through the rim with authority… He may look unsuspecting, but make no mistake about it; Chandler Parsons is a floppy-haired assassin.  Like a king cobra, he quietly waits in the tall grass until it’s the perfect moment to strike.  His timing is precise, and if you aren’t careful he’ll bite you…er..dunk in your face.  That is how a cobra does it, right?  If a nature expert can confirm that for me then I’d like to make a motion: Chandler’s official nickname should be “King Cobra.”  Or maybe just “Cobra” until he earns the king part. Dunk rating on the ...