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Thanks for the incredible streak, Rockets!

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Jeremiah, Mar 18, 2008.

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HI Mana said:

Could this be the only time I have ever been proud of a 20 point blowout loss? No matter what fans of other teams will say, what talking heads on ESPN will spout off, no matter whether this loss "exposed" us, for me it will be part of "The Streak", celebrated and remembered just as the last game of a dominant player's career will be remembered not for the score, but for everything that came before it.

For once, it truly felt as if this group of highly paid athletes was actually playing for us, the fans; feeding off the energy of the city, internalizing the exterior criticism and taking on an Animal Farm-esque motto of "I must work Harder" every night.

This is why we are willing to post on message boards, watch box scores fanatically at work, shell out $10 for a beer at a game, or watch a pixellated, Chinese dubbed, laggy feed on the internet. It's why we wear the same lucky replica jersey when we're a thousand miles away from the game, or kick the girlfriend out of the room when the opponent goes on an 8-0 run. It's why we stomached Kelvin Cato, Maurice Taylor and the Mooch. Because maybe, just maybe, we knew, that for one shining moment, or in this case, six beautiful weeks, we as fans would get to share in a moment like this, being able to claim it as our own.

And it truly is our own. I would ask of every Rocket faithful, whether you've been on the bandwagon from #16, or Oct 14th, 1971, to drink in this momentous occasion. For one night, don't worry about what 12 year old idiot fans of other teams have to say about how the streak was a fluke, or it was lucky, or it doesn't mean anything. That's bullcrap. In the same way no one should ever have to defend their faith, no fan should ever have to defend the streak.

Thank you, Rick Adelman, Elston Turner, T.R. Dunn, R.J. Adelman, Jack Sikma, Tracy McGrady, Yao Ming, Shane Battier, Rafer Alston, Dikembe Mutombo, Luis Scola, Chuck Hayes, Carl Landry, Aaron Brooks, Steve Novak, Bobby Jackson, Steve Francis, Mike Harris, Mike James, Bonzi Wells, Justin Williams, Gene Peterson, Jim Foley, Bill Worrell, Matt Bullard, Clyde Drexler and so many more. This moment belongs to all of you so much more than the fans. Thank you for letting us have just a little piece of it for each of our own.

Look back, if only for one night, and realize what you've accomplished. Be Proud, Rocket Fans, and wherever you are in the world, rise up and give this TEAM a hand. They have earned it.
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wow

You and bucket have both made fabulous posts in this thread.

thank you...this is MILES better than I expected when I came in here.

#101 Rockets2K, Mar 19, 2008

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Fantastic streak. I am really disappointed that the Rockets Org. didn't acknowledge it at the end. What would it have taken to call the team to the court for a brief encore? I know they have a game tomorrow, but come on - 22 is worth celebrating for a moment.

#102 oomp, Mar 19, 2008
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We should all be thankful to have witness a piece of history. It's time to regroup as another showdown awaits us less than 24 hours from now in the Big Easy

#103 tm1ym11, Mar 19, 2008
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HI Mana said:

Could this be the only time I have ever been proud of a 20 point blowout loss? No matter what fans of other teams will say, what talking heads on ESPN will spout off, no matter whether this loss "exposed" us, for me it will be part of "The Streak", celebrated and remembered just as the last game of a dominant player's career will be remembered not for the score, but for everything that came before it.

For once, it truly felt as if this group of highly paid athletes was actually playing for us, the fans; feeding off the energy of the city, internalizing the exterior criticism and taking on an Animal Farm-esque motto of "I must work Harder" every night.

This is why we are willing to post on message boards, watch box scores fanatically at work, shell out $10 for a beer at a game, or watch a pixellated, Chinese dubbed, laggy feed on the internet. It's why we wear the same lucky replica jersey when we're a thousand miles away from the game, or kick the girlfriend out of the room when the opponent goes on an 8-0 run. It's why we stomached Kelvin Cato, Maurice Taylor and the Mooch. Because maybe, just maybe, we knew, that for one shining moment, or in this case, six beautiful weeks, we as fans would get to share in a moment like this, being able to claim it as our own.

And it truly is our own. I would ask of every Rocket faithful, whether you've been on the bandwagon from #16, or Oct 14th, 1971, to drink in this momentous occasion. For one night, don't worry about what 12 year old idiot fans of other teams have to say about how the streak was a fluke, or it was lucky, or it doesn't mean anything. That's bullcrap. In the same way no one should ever have to defend their faith, no fan should ever have to defend the streak.

Thank you, Rick Adelman, Elston Turner, T.R. Dunn, R.J. Adelman, Jack Sikma, Tracy McGrady, Yao Ming, Shane Battier, Rafer Alston, Dikembe Mutombo, Luis Scola, Chuck Hayes, Carl Landry, Aaron Brooks, Steve Novak, Bobby Jackson, Steve Francis, Mike Harris, Mike James, Bonzi Wells, Justin Williams, Gene Peterson, Jim Foley, Bill Worrell, Matt Bullard, Clyde Drexler and so many more. This moment belongs to all of you so much more than the fans. Thank you for letting us have just a little piece of it for each of our own.

Look back, if only for one night, and realize what you've accomplished. Be Proud, Rocket Fans, and wherever you are in the world, rise up and give this TEAM a hand. They have earned it.
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A tear rolled down my cheek.

#104 GuerillaBlack, Mar 19, 2008
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Dear Rockets,

It's OKAY guys. 22 game winning streak is really really good, dont look down on yourselves.....get back next game and start a new streak! i am proud!

-Rockets fan, T-(yaoless)

#105 T-Yao, Mar 19, 2008
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Thanks!

HI Mana said:

Could this be the only time I have ever been proud of a 20 point blowout loss? No matter what fans of other teams will say, what talking heads on ESPN will spout off, no matter whether this loss "exposed" us, for me it will be part of "The Streak", celebrated and remembered just as the last game of a dominant player's career will be remembered not for the score, but for everything that came before it.

For once, it truly felt as if this group of highly paid athletes was actually playing for us, the fans; feeding off the energy of the city, internalizing the exterior criticism and taking on an Animal Farm-esque motto of "I must work Harder" every night.

This is why we are willing to post on message boards, watch box scores fanatically at work, shell out $10 for a beer at a game, or watch a pixellated, Chinese dubbed, laggy feed on the internet. It's why we wear the same lucky replica jersey when we're a thousand miles away from the game, or kick the girlfriend out of the room when the opponent goes on an 8-0 run. It's why we stomached Kelvin Cato, Maurice Taylor and the Mooch. Because maybe, just maybe, we knew, that for one shining moment, or in this case, six beautiful weeks, we as fans would get to share in a moment like this, being able to claim it as our own.

And it truly is our own. I would ask of every Rocket faithful, whether you've been on the bandwagon from #16, or Oct 14th, 1971, to drink in this momentous occasion. For one night, don't worry about what 12 year old idiot fans of other teams have to say about how the streak was a fluke, or it was lucky, or it doesn't mean anything. That's bullcrap. In the same way no one should ever have to defend their faith, no fan should ever have to defend the streak.

Thank you, Rick Adelman, Elston Turner, T.R. Dunn, R.J. Adelman, Jack Sikma, Tracy McGrady, Yao Ming, Shane Battier, Rafer Alston, Dikembe Mutombo, Luis Scola, Chuck Hayes, Carl Landry, Aaron Brooks, Steve Novak, Bobby Jackson, Steve Francis, Mike Harris, Mike James, Bonzi Wells, Justin Williams, Gene Peterson, Jim Foley, Bill Worrell, Matt Bullard, Clyde Drexler and so many more. This moment belongs to all of you so much more than the fans. Thank you for letting us have just a little piece of it for each of our own.

Look back, if only for one night, and realize what you've accomplished. Be Proud, Rocket Fans, and wherever you are in the world, rise up and give this TEAM a hand. They have earned it.
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#106 sando, Mar 19, 2008
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HI Mana said:

taking on an Animal Farm-esque motto of "I must work Harder" every night.
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Comrade Adelman is always right.

#107 heypartner, Mar 19, 2008

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I was hoping the crowd would of stayed the whole game and give the Rockets a standing ovation at the end but I think I just probably watched to much of those sport movies. Awwwwwwwwwwwwwww

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I never forget the incredible streak.
Come on, going to start a new winning streak.

#109 liangqj, Mar 19, 2008
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Thank you, all the poignant posters in this thread...

When I got back home, I will make myself a big cup of tea, read through them slowly, savour every moment and enjoy being a part of history. ("Yes, I am a Rockets fan and experienced the highs and lows - actually, only highs - with them on every win when they had the streak.")

Thank you Rockets.

#110 soulsong999, Mar 19, 2008
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Thanks for the joy you gave us in the past month.

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Topfive's official Rocket's 22 streak jersey:

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The Streak was amazing! A loss was bound to happen. Even the Celtics got blown out at home by Jazz recently, so a good team is bound to have an off night. Rockets gotta show their toughness by bouncing back.

#113 cujo, Mar 19, 2008

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Rockets2K said:

wow

You and bucket have both made fabulous posts in this thread.

thank you...this is MILES better than I expected when I came in here.
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Here here! Cheers to bucket and HI MAMA.

#114 Cohen, Mar 19, 2008
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Water Boy said:

Topfive's official Rocket's 22 streak jersey:

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Awesome.

If they had those, that could be the first and last fan jersey I ever wear.

#115 Cohen, Mar 19, 2008
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I request STICKY.

please

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I request STICKY.

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I 2nd the sticky!

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[*APPLAUD*]

#118 mzymmm, Mar 19, 2008

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Thank you Rockets. Incredible heart and determination. One for the ages.

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No matter what happens this postseason, I've never been prouder of the Rockets from top to bottom as I have during this unbelievable and improbable streak.

Watching this team over the past two months hustle, scrap, and fight for every point, rebound, steal, block has been a real pleasure to behold, reminding me of why I started following this team since the championship years.

In a league dominated by so-called superstars, there aren't many squads that truly exemplify the team concept. Bravo.

I can't wait to see what this team is capable of during the next 15 or so games and, hopefully, the playoffs. Go Rockets!!

#120 Rocks4ever, Mar 19, 2008

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