Why don't people like Max Kellerman?

[uptoscratch]

For a while I detested him, either he's gotten better over the last several months or I've gotten more used to him, probably a little of both.

For one, when he gets excited his voice does get really annoying, although I think he's getting better at controlling this. Second, his interview skills need work. I think he forgets that when he's doing an interview, he's not commentating -- he needs to ask a question and let the fighter answer.

He also has the bizarre fetish with referencing old-time boxers -- he's always comparing so-and-so to Billy Conn or Rocky Graziano or whoever. I know he does it to show off his knowledge of the sport -- which I don't doubt he has in abundance -- but in light of his age it just makes him sound ridiculous.

I think mainly he just suffers in comparison to Larry Merchant, who, with all due respect to the OP, does know what he's talking about even if I don't always agree with his opinions.

[LEGION]

Taeth already hit it on the head in regards to my personal dislike for Kreepy Kellerman; he's obnoxious and condescending. And furthermore, he has frog eyes and a voice like Kermit the Frog, which is annoying to listen to. I actually used to like him in ESPN on FNF's, as he didn't seem as absurd as he is now. He seems like he's got some sort of holier than thou attitude. He knows boxing; but I'd rather listen to someone else than him; as I know enough about the sport without needing to listen to his scratch-ass voice squeaking out his opinions. Too bad ole' dude didn't whack him with a hammer instead of his brother. And that ridiculous rap video he made was silly to the point of being criminal.

[Deanrw]

The best two commentators ever to team up were Tim Ryan and Gil Clancy. Back in the 80's, if you watched CBS sports, you got a treat with them two.

They worked off each other perfectly, seamlessly and never tried to hog the mic.

HBO's commentary is too crowded with too many trying to grab airtime. It is a shame, because they are all talented, but just don't work well together.

[Spicoli]

Maybe Im crazy, I like Max. He can be a little goofy and gets real excited But does know His S!!! and history although he can be a little in your face and arrogant with it. He Is a horrible Interviewer but He's not afraid to call out Lampley when he call those invisable Punches and mis states stuff.
IT seems he has spats with Lennox lewis alot ??His work on ESPN was great aside from the "Fonzie" phase he went through with the jackets

[RozzySean]

I like Kellerman. When he's condesending, he's usually on the money. RJJ does a great job as a analyst, better than Lennox. Foreman was OK. Al Bernstein on showtime is still the best.

[El Kabong]

Foreman was a great announcer I loved it when he was on. He called Vitali's KO of Kirk Johnson right before the round started just from hearing what Johnson's corner was telling him to do.


....I am just glad Jim Rome is waaaaaaay far away from boxing

[Macho]

Well for be honest, im realy like the most of comentarist and also i like when Roy Jones gives his comments too , most of them are very Imparcially , in this sport we know that each comentarist have his preference , but his job is to be Imparcially in his comments , but Kellerman in the last fight of P.Williams vs Quintana, he wasnt Imparcially,when Quintana was taken the lead of the fight , because i remenber when his partner ask him " Hey are we seeing the same fight?" and when the fight finished his last comment was "NOW I SEE THAT MIGUEL COTTO IS GOOD" cmon guys we all know that Cotto is good or What ,Is possible that he doesnt like cotto like a boxer ? That is what i see about Kellerman maybe he is good , but have to change some attitud that some fans dont like it ........

[Kel]

Well for be honest, im realy like the most of comentarist and also i like when Roy Jones gives his comments too , most of them are very Parcially , in this sport we know that each comentarist have his preference , but his job is to be Parcially in his comments , but Kellerman in the last fight of P.Williams vs Quintana, he didnt was Parcially,when Quintana was taken the lead of the fight , because i remenber when his partner ask him " Hey are we seeing the same fight?" and when the fight finished his last comment was "NOW I SEE THAT MIGUEL COTTO IS GOOD" cmon guys we all know that Cotto is good or What ,Is possible that he doesnt like cotto like a boxer ? That is what i see about Kellerman maybe he is good , but have to change some attitud that some fans dont like it ........

So what are you saying?

[the wiz]

I actually don't mind Kellerman, the only thing is Merchant is one of my all time favorites.

[The Fightfan]

All I can say is just look at him.I actually threw my cup of iced tea at him.Tarver vs Jones III I was up in the third tier but I'm sure he got a couple of drops on him.

[Rican]

I think Kellerman is pretty good as an analyst. I know some people don't care too much about his personality, but I don't care too much about that. I also like the combination of Lewis, Kellerman, and Papa for HBO's Boxing After Dark. If you really listen to them, they sound unbiased and effectively and interestingly analyze what's going on in the ring.

[Puerto Rican Punch]

I really liked Wednesday and Friday night fights on ESPN when Max was there. He really made the program interesting with his comments and knowledge on the sport. I think that it is only a matter of time for the fans to get accustomed to Max at HBO. He is a "new" face at the program and I think this may be part of a natural resistance of the people to change.

[CutMeMick]

I like Max as an announcer. I don't care about his voice really. Plus I don't think anyone can beat Herol Ledderman for 'Annoying Voice'...

Max is youg and is new blood he brings something fresh and new.


I FUCKEN hate Lennox as a commentator. He sucks big time.

RJJ and George are both good.


Also Am I the only one who thinks Kellerman looks like the human version of Bart Simpson?

[The Boxer]

I didn't read every post but i will say this.

I can see how people can think he's annoying because sometimes he can come off as an over enthusiastic know it all.

As far as i'm concern he's one of the best commentators out right now. I put him right behind Al Berstien. Not only does Max know the fighters but he knows the politics of boxing.

[ono]

I think it's because the Baller_27-esq rap video he did when he was younger.