I really couldn't believe how arrogant David Stern is. Teams are obviously tanking knowing that they not only won't be punished, but will be rewarded with high draft picks. What kind of crap is that? I really hope people would boycott those teams who tanks. They don't deserve to be a NBA francaise.
That's exactly the argument that he'd likely use against you for the lottery. Nothing is guaranteed. Not to mention all of the season ticket holders that will not renew.
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Derrick Rose would be a better fit for Miami than Michael Beasley. Even if Marion chooses to sign elsewhere, I like the athleticism, speed and playmaking of a Rose-Wade backcourt.
Pat Riley: Uh, hey, Stan? Remember how you used to coach the Heat? D-Wade and Shaq and all? That was fun, right? You enjoyed that? Stan Van Gundy: Yeah, those were great times. Riley: Well, I wasn't happy with the way we parted, so I thought it would be neat if, maybe, you might come back and take over again? Van Gundy: Umm, I'm kinda busy at the moment. You know, in Orlando? It's like Miami, but with Disney World. Riley: Come on, Stan! We're talking about D-Wade! Van Gundy: Yeah, he is great. Well, if I do come back, you'll stay out of the way this time, right? I'm thinking it'll take a good three years to build things back up to respectability, and then-- Riley: That's great! I'll get the guys to draw you up a three year contract! Thanks for- {click} Riley: Hello? Stan?
What makes people think that normal politeness isn't necessary online? Sorry if you didn't like the post, but at least I'm not an ass.
I dunno... yesterday was just really crappy, and I didn't especially need to be mocked for my little joke which was only meant to give me something else to do besides contemplate my own shortcomings, and hopefully make someone chuckle. Whatever, he didn't know all that. Still, people need to remember that there's always a real person behind each screenname, and that this place is kind of an escape from the things in our lives that we don't want to think about at the moment. That's harder to do when everyone is so quick to tell each other they suck. If that's what makes you feel better, go to the D&D. Anyway, the Heat. Has there ever been a more spectacular collapse of a championship team? It's really not that surprising, since they relied so much on guys well into their thirties. Anyways, I think they've hit rock bottom. With the addition of Marion, they should be able to bounce back pretty quick if they choose well in the lottery (and even quicker if they trade the pick to a bad team for a star).
Hey come on. It was mildly amusing, and it was a much better response than my original reply: OMG TEH HEAT IZ TEH SUXXORS
Smart move for Wade and his career. Horrible move by the Heat organization. This should be investigated by Dictator Stern and at least made public for what it is....a tank job. Season ticket holders should get a partial refund as well. The organization owes it to the fans to put the best product possible out on the floor every night. Disgusting.
