Dancing Barry

quote: Originally posted by Live or Die Magic: quote: Originally posted by Dancing Barry:As the captain entered the tema entrance at Amway, the security detail didn't believe he was who he said he was. Only in Orlando. I've heard this nationally and let me lay something on you salesman: The security detail at the Finals is given rigorous training and are told that no one is allowed in without proper ID and credentials. They aren't told, "Oh, but if they're famous its OK." This story is being twisted. You see, it wasn't that they didn't believe who he was, it was because he wasn't wearing what he should have been wearing when he entered. Security did their job. It had nothing to do with Orlando. It could have happened in any city. You're right. He should have had his credentials. It must have been a funny scene, the guard calling his captain stating. " I got this 7'2" dude claiming he's Kareem Abdul Jabbar. " Let me ask you this; Would this have happened to Shaq if he was in a similar circumstance ?

As the captain entered the tema entrance at Amway, the security detail didn't believe he was who he said he was. Only in Orlando.

As the captain entered the tema entrance at Amway, the security detail didn't believe he was who he said he was. Only in Orlando.

Insighfull post. Unfortunately, one of the main components that add value to a franchise is GODDWILL. Not even a much hyped team like Cleveland will ever achieve that, especially after I've read in a few places, Cleveland's value will decrease by $100 M if Lebron flees. That takes time and the local market would weigh heavy. The Knicks are a prime example. Aren't they the second most valuable franchise in the NBA, and what have they done this last decade ? The added value only means something if you use it's equity or sell of at a higher value. I'd say the owner would prefer to pocket the windfall more than anything else.

I'd be more concerned about how Howard responds after this potential sweep. I wouldn't exactly call this a Bill Buckner moment for Lee. It wasn't exactly a gimmie.He'll be alright.

That's a response one would expect from an NBA novice or from that one that suffers the fact the Magic don't have anything close near the quality of what Chick Hearn was. Relying on the comic strips of the OS sports page doesn't help either. I'm sure there's a volume of Chickisms. The one selected was the most apt. This thing is in the fridge .

quote: Originally posted by Twelve:Orlando getting thier asses whupped in game 1 by 25 probably made this decision easier too I don't know about that. What was favorable about the Staples is that it's next door to the convention center which was the venue to NBA Fest during those three days. They'll eventually get it probably just right after.

I'm sure Stern doesn't have confidence it would be ready. I'm also sure he's been briefed on the 11 year old saga just yo break ground.

quote: Originally posted by onedollerbills:Boston was 32-0 after going up 3-2 in a series. whats your point? You can't be serious about a Boston without a Garnett and Powe. The Magic should have won that one in five.

The butter is getting hard and the jello is jiggling. Two nil starts translate to approx. 94.7 probability of winning all the marbles. This thing is in the fridge.

The butter is getting hard and the jello is jiggling. Two nil starts translate to approx. 94.7 probability of winning all the marbles. This thing is in the fridge.

A few days ago I opened up a thread about Lue. Not a great player but this might have been a situation for him. With the Nelson business/ svg is swimming against the riptide.

For good reason Nicolas II was the last czar.

quote: Originally posted by KLR:Well, now that I learned he is torn I have lost some respect for him basketball wise. Stick to your team, it doesn't matter that he lives in Orlando. A true, die hard, born and raised Californian, Lakers fan is not torn in this finals. It's Lakers all the way. Like I said in another post, I made an attempt to back the Magic when I moved here from Los Angeles. Couldn't do it.It's all or nothing .In fact, I only trespass Orlando once a year in December when the Lakers come. On that thought, it wouldn't suprise me if ABC makes it the X Mas game next year if it's a decent series.

Sounds like a hole in one to me.