NBA Thread

[ulukinatme]

I watched the Bulls heavily during the 90s Jordan runs, even though I grew up a Cavs fan. Went through the heartbreak of Lebron's first run, stuck with them when he left and once he returned (Really thought Kyrie could grow into the next leader, but he's clearly a follower and shouldn't be "The guy" for a franchise). I'll admit that I haven't watched as much basketball in general since the Cavs started tanking again as James went to the Lakers, but I at least watched some last season. I've boycotted it entirely this year though, much as I did the NFL.

 

[ACamp1900]

I have to explain the rotary phone and Fresca at my grandpa’s house to my kids. They have no idea what they are.

I’m not surprised the NBA isn’t popular on this site. Disappointed I guess. I can get my basketball discourse elsewhere. For me, the nostalgia of Jon Koncak and Hot Rod Williams doesn’t fire me up. I’ve loved the League for 35 years. Completely understand that it isn’t for everyone.

Keep posting here though, there are some fans on this site. Sorry if I was negative...

 

[Irish Man3]

I have to explain the rotary phone and Fresca at my grandpa’s house to my kids. They have no idea what they are.

I’m not surprised the NBA isn’t popular on this site. Disappointed I guess. I can get my basketball discourse elsewhere. For me, the nostalgia of Jon Koncak and Hot Rod Williams doesn’t fire me up. I’ve loved the League for 35 years. Completely understand that it isn’t for everyone.

I don't post on this topic much but I do enjoy watching the game evolve. I'm not sure I'm a huge fan of what the game has become, but I enjoy watching the generational evolution.

I have a hard time watching James Harden play and I much prefer watching teams like the Celtics play more of a "throwback" style of the game. Tatum has really taken off and turned a corner this year. He has superstar potential and I think having a leader like Kemba is really allowing him to develop.

 

[NDdomer2]

I think there's more nba fans here than you think. it's just rare for conversations to pop up about. I'd gladly post more nba games in the vbook, but they usually get little action.

 

[Irish#1]

There are NBA fans here and I'm not sure why it doesn't get discussed much. IMO part of the problem with the NBA is way too much pick and roll and isolations. It's an exaggeration, but it seems every team runs the same play over and over.

 

[Rogue219]

(Watching Pacers vs Blazers)

Wife: Why are you watching this game?
Me: Out of spite to some people on the Internet
Wife: Sometimes I forget you have a master's degree
Me: Rearview mirror

 

[Rogue219]

Giannis laid an egg last night against the Heat.

Harden threw major shade at Giannis and he's pissed. Should be something.

LeBron has definitely looked "interested" the two times he's played Zion. Seemed like the game this past weekend really mattered to him.

 

[ACamp1900]

(Watching Pacers vs Blazers)

Wife: Why are you watching this game?
Me: Out of spite to some people on the Internet
Wife: Sometimes I forget you have a master's degree
Me: Rearview mirror

 

[BobbyMac]

 

[Rogue219]

Yeah. Millenials and China. They were two good demographics to have until the Mexicans started their beer virus. Done deal.

So much for that. Plus, the best player right now is a black Greek guy playing in Wisconsin.

Those YouTube videos of Rick Mahorn clubbing Kevin McHale over the head will forever stand the test of time, though.

I tried my best here.

 

[BobbyMac]

Yeah. Millenials and China. They were two good demographics to have until the Mexicans started their beer virus. Done deal.

So much for that. Plus, the best player right now is a black Greek guy playing in Wisconsin.

Those YouTube videos of Rick Mahorn clubbing Kevin McHale over the head will forever stand the test of time, though.

I tried my best here.

You don't like Man ball of the 80's/90's. You don't like hockey fights, you don't like beaning the biggest cheaters in sports history and you most likely turn off the 500 as soon as there's a wreck. When did you get out of the Peace Corp and thanks for your service.

All of this is very un-219 though I don't remember if the 219 was Region related of not.

Anyways, just bustin ballz, I enjoy reading your take on the Sox.

 

[ACamp1900]

Yeah. Millenials and China. They were two good demographics to have until the Mexicans started their beer virus. Done deal.

So much for that. Plus, the best player right now is a black Greek guy playing in Wisconsin.

Those YouTube videos of Rick Mahorn clubbing Kevin McHale over the head will forever stand the test of time, though.

I tried my best here.

I couldn't help myself with Palpatine because you referenced it. But,.. do your thing man, I like the MLS and the SPFL and hate the freakin English Pub League. I share my thoughts and it sucks when peps shit on them but hey... I'm also 90% of all posts in the Browns and Baseball threads so I get it. You will find other posters here that share your love and as long as you don't call me back in I'll hang up and listen.

 

[Rogue219]

You don't like Man ball of the 80's/90's. You don't like hockey fights, you don't like beaning the biggest cheaters in sports history and you most likely turn off the 500 as soon as there's a wreck. When did you get out of the Peace Corp and thanks for your service.

All of this is very un-219 though I don't remember if the 219 was Region related of not.

Anyways, just bustin ballz, I enjoy reading your take on the Sox.

219 is not a regional reference. I've never watched 500.

If I want to watch people beat the shit out of each other, I'd just go watch that in MMA or something. I enjoyed basketball back then when it was actually being played, so seeing those Bad Boy Piston and Riley Knick teams lose was always fun.

Love basketball, past and present. I'm in the minority among the people I tend to acquaint with. Have very little in common with most. Somewhere, there is a field of me just waiting to be found.

 

[BobbyMac]

It isn't. So I've never watched 500.

Never watched the 500. I got nothin.

 

[Irish#1]

It isn't. So I've never watched 500.

Never watched the 500. I got nothin.

I'm speechless. Get to the 500 in person at least once. You'll wonder why you haven't made the pilgrimage before.

 

[Rogue219]

I couldn't help myself with Palpatine because you referenced it. But,.. do your thing man, I like the MLS and the SPFL and hate the freakin English Pub League. I share my thoughts and it sucks when peps shit on them but hey... I'm also 90% of all posts in the Browns and Baseball threads so I get it. You will find other posters here that share your love and as long as you don't call me back in I'll hang up and listen.

The SPFL is like me playing the neighbor kid down the street in a game of hoops in the driveway. Nobody cares, and I'm going to win (Celtic) because he's in a wheelchair (everyone else).

I've managed to see Beckham, Gerrard and Henry all play live in MLS games. Not bad live, but I can't watch it on TV. Just doesn't do it for me.

 

[Rogue219]

I'm speechless. Get to the 500 in person at least once. You'll wonder why you haven't made the pilgrimage before.

Wait, Indy or Daytona?

 

[Irish2155]

Wait, Indy or Daytona?

I’m pretty sure they’re referring to Indy. I’m not a huge race fan either but the Indy 500 should be on everyone’s bucket list at least once. I hear Daytona is pretty good too...I was just actually at that track the other day.

How ‘bout them Pacers?

 

[Irish YJ]

I’m pretty sure they’re referring to Indy. I’m not a huge race fan either but the Indy 500 should be on everyone’s bucket list at least once. I hear Daytona is pretty good too...I was just actually at that track the other day.

How ‘bout them Pacers?

Been to both. Indy 500 > Daytona 500 by a small gap,
but early 80s Indy 500 > today's Indy 500 by a huge gap

Pacers have their work cut out for them tonight. After winning the last 4, I think the Bucks are going to smoke them.

 

[BobbyMac]

I'm speechless. Get to the 500 in person at least once. You'll wonder why you haven't made the pilgrimage before.

This.

Indy, the Derby, Final Four & Mardi Gras are something you can do regardless of age.

If you were lucky, you did Ft Lauderdale, Daytona Beach, Padre Island for Spring Break back in the old days and a mega music fest like Woodstock or Coachella.

I'd throw a long weekend in Vegas on there along with going to a CFB rivvalry game vs your rival... both home and away. But I've never met anyone who hasn't been to Vegas and I'm sure everyone here has been to an ND game at SC or MI or PUR/MSU/etc

 

[ACamp1900]

The SPFL is like me playing the neighbor kid down the street in a game of hoops in the driveway. Nobody cares, and I'm going to win (Celtic) because he's in a wheelchair (everyone else).

I've managed to see Beckham, Gerrard and Henry all play live in MLS games. Not bad live, but I can't watch it on TV. Just doesn't do it for me.

You really nee to work on this whole olive branch thing....

 

[Irish YJ]

This.

Indy, the Derby, Final Four & Mardi Gras are something you can do regardless of age.

If you were lucky, you did Ft Lauderdale, Daytona Beach, Padre Island for Spring Break back in the old days and a mega music fest like Woodstock or Coachella.

I'd throw a long weekend in Vegas on there along with going to a CFB rivvalry game vs your rival... both home and away. But I've never met anyone who hasn't been to Vegas and I'm sure everyone here has been to an ND game at SC or MI or PUR/MSU/etc

Add in a concert at Red Rocks amphitheater to the music list.

Speaking of......Snoop Dog and Cypress Hill 4/16, and Ice Cube 4/20 lol... Place will be literally lit.....
and Five Finger DP 4/27.

 

[Irish2155]

Been to both. Indy 500 > Daytona 500 by a small gap,
but early 80s Indy 500 > today's Indy 500 by a huge gap

Pacers have their work cut out for them tonight. After winning the last 4, I think the Bucks are going to smoke them.

80s was a little before my time but I hear it used to get pretty wild. We did Carb day like 10 years in a row in the mid-2000s and I’ve been to the race 5 or 6 times. It’s all just kind of blur these days but I highly recommend making a week of it for any out of towners.

Pacers probably take one on the chin tonight I’m thinking. Especially after they just beat the Bucks a few weeks ago and I think Victor is questionable for tonight.

 

[BobbyMac]

Been to both. Indy 500 > Daytona 500 by a small gap,
but early 80s Indy 500 > today's Indy 500 by a huge gap

Pacers have their work cut out for them tonight. After winning the last 4, I think the Bucks are going to smoke them.

There are SO many more people at Indy than Daytona. Speedweek at Daytona as a motorsports destination has a lot more to do and it's blocks from the beach.

I've been going to Indy since the '69, I've never been in a bigger mass of humanity than in '16. 350k+ in the stands and on the infield. But honestly, anything over 250k and I lose track. There's only so many people your eye can see at one time.

 

[Irish YJ]

80s was a little before my time but I hear it used to get pretty wild. We did Carb day like 10 years in a row in the mid-2000s and I’ve been to the race 5 or 6 times. It’s all just kind of blur these days but I highly recommend making a week of it for any out of towners.

Pacers probably take one on the chin tonight I’m thinking. Especially after they just beat the Bucks a few weeks ago and I think Victor is questionable for tonight.

We'd skip for carb day in the mid/late 80s. The snake pit days were so fun.

 

[Irish2155]

SO many people is correct and everyone is partying having a great time. I was VIP one year through work - all the beer and food for free in the tent along with many other perks and our seats were right behind Sarah Fischer’s pit. Pretty sweet even though that was a rain shortened race.

Sat at the top of turn 3 twice too. Great seats - can see the whole track.

I think Roger Penske buying IMS is going to be a great thing for the 500 going forward as well.

 

[Irish#1]

We'd skip for carb day in the mid/late 80s. The snake pit days were so fun.

I was lucky enough to experience the Snake Pit in its glory days of the late 60’s through the 70’s. Plenty of ladies in various stages of undress thanks to the booze. You could always count on one or two cars being left in the Snake Pit like the thousands of beer cans.

Definitely needs to be on everyone’s bucket list.

 

[Irish YJ]

I was lucky enough to experience the Snake Pit in its glory days of the late 60’s through the 70’s. Plenty of ladies in various stages of undress thanks to the booze. You could always count on one or two cars being left in the Snake Pit like the thousands of beer cans.

Definitely needs to be on everyone’s bucket list.

My first trip to the snake pit was with older cousins either late 70s or 80. The infield was still full of bikers and broads lol... I wasn't old enough to have fun obviously, but it was eye opening. Didn't get to party there till the mid 80s, but it was still plenty fun. Not as many bikers, but still wild.

There are SO many more people at Indy than Daytona. Speedweek at Daytona as a motorsports destination has a lot more to do and it's blocks from the beach.

I've been going to Indy since the '69, I've never been in a bigger mass of humanity than in '16. 350k+ in the stands and on the infield. But honestly, anything over 250k and I lose track. There's only so many people your eye can see at one time.

Mid/late 70s for me (very young). Been there a ton. Been to Daytona a few times. Just different, but both good times. I was at the D500 3 or 4 years ago, and it was cold as hell, which put a damper on things. When it's warm though, awesome crowd.

SO many people is correct and everyone is partying having a great time. I was VIP one year through work - all the beer and food for free in the tent along with many other perks and our seats were right behind Sarah Fischer’s pit. Pretty sweet even though that was a rain shortened race.

Sat at the top of turn 3 twice too. Great seats - can see the whole track.

I think Roger Penske buying IMS is going to be a great thing for the 500 going forward as well.

I've had all kinds of different experiences in Indy. I've went red neck'n and pulled kegs in on wagons, had police escorts and VIP treatment, but all were fun. I think I preferred the red neck experience to be honest lol. In Daytona last time, we got golf carted in with a retired driver and exec over merch. Hung with several drivers at the merch camp for a few hours sipping whiskey.

 

[Irish2155]

Been to both. Indy 500 > Daytona 500 by a small gap,
but early 80s Indy 500 > today's Indy 500 by a huge gap

Pacers have their work cut out for them tonight. After winning the last 4, I think the Bucks are going to smoke them.

Pacers hanging in tough after a rough 1st quarter. 58 - 56 Bucks at half.

Dougie McBuckets lighting it up again. 12 points in 8 minutes, 3 for 3 from deep.

 

[Irish YJ]

Pacers hanging in tough after a rough 1st quarter. 58 - 56 Bucks at half.

Dougie McBuckets lighting it up again. 12 points in 8 minutes, 3 for 3 from deep.

yup. pleasantly surprised