To my cousin Chris (and all other Laker fans):
Now that the Jazz are done for the year, (pause for a moment of silence), it is time to move on. The playoffs should be very interesting, and I think David Stern will get his dream - a Lakers v. Celtics NBA finals. That being said, I have two thoughts:
1 - When the Lakers win the title, championship rings must be sent to David Stern, for allowing the trade with Memphis to go through even though it violated NBA trade standards, Memphis GM Chris Wallace for giving you Pau Gasol for NOTHING, and Larry Miller, for being dumb enough to be duped by Derek Fisher. Without the aid of these three, the Lakers would not have gotten anywhere near the Conference Finals this year. I realize this sounds a bit like sour grapes, and it probably is. But the fact remains that the Lakers run this year is due largely to the largess of people outside the organization.
2 - Please, for the love of all that makes basketball the most holiest of sports, you guys MUST defeat the Spurs. With all the evil organizations in the world (Al Qaeda, North Korea, Iran, and the Spurs) we must stem the tide now and get a victory for the good guys. I am to the point where I would rather stab myself in the eye with a fork than watch the Spurs play in the Finals, or, heaven forbid, win another title. (If it was not already past the trading deadline I would suggest that we have Deron Williams fabricate some story about his mother's health that would allow him to be released from his contract and join the Lakers so that he could help you in your quest). As much as I was cheering against the Lakers in the last series I am cheering for them now. May the force be with you!
Who's with me?
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Please, Please, Please Beat These Guys
Posted by Joe at Tuesday, May 20, 2008
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So I was so excited to see you posted something new and I was so sure it was going to be chuck full of family goodies and graduation celebrations that I couldn't help but giggle to myself when all you posted about was basketball. How are you all anyway? We Love and miss you guys so much
(This is Adam, not Natalie)
Much as I dislike the Spurs, my dislike comes nowhere near the loathing that I have for Kobe Bryant and the Lakers. I would rather see David Stern and Larry Miller suit up in classic 1950's style basketball shorts and play one on one, than see Kobe and the Lakers reach the finals.
Although come to think of it, who wouldn't like to see David Stern and Larry Miller go head to head?
Adam, I can understand why you can't stand the Lakers. Your point is well taken. However, San Antonio reminds me of the large, hairy, sweaty, 45 year old guy that you have to play against in Church games who has no athletic ability left but drives you nuts all game with a bunch of cheap tricks and tactics of questionable legality. I hate to play that kind of basketball, and I hate to watch it.
The mere thought of Larry Miller or David Stern in short basketball shorts is a crime against humanity. Thanks for searing that image into my brain.
Wow Joe, after our conversation the other day I was sure I would come onto your blog and see wonderful photos of your wonderful kids and beautiful wife and even you in a funny cap and gown.
Nope, I get basketball. Wow. Disappointment
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