The NFL and NBA thread - Page 760

**Motorboater** · February 13th, 2018, 09:59 AM

On another note. Dwayne Wade returning to Miami. The question is, what the hell was he doing elsewhere? Some teams have got to understand that certain players are the face of their team/organisation. Wade was that at Miami, and him returning means playing elsewhere was just at waste of time. He should never have left, like Paul Pierce with Boston.

**Arturo2nd** · February 13th, 2018, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Motorboater

On another note. Dwayne Wade returning to Miami. The question is, what the hell was he doing elsewhere? Some teams have got to understand that certain players are the face of their team/organisation. Wade was that at Miami, and him returning means playing elsewhere was just at waste of time. He should never have left, like Paul Pierce with Boston.

Part of it was that Wade grew up in Chicago and always wanted to play in front of his homeboys. When he got there, it turned into a nightmare. Then, he went to Cleveland, but found his heart was still in Miami. Word is the Cavs players caught him watching the Heat on his laptop and got pissed off. Now, he is back in Miami willing to accept a reduced role coming off the bench and the smaller paycheck that comes with it.

**Motorboater** · February 13th, 2018, 10:24 AM

Yeah. Fair enough if he wanted to play in his home town. Too late for someone like Brady! Hopefully Newton never moved to Atlanta.

**Arturo2nd** · February 13th, 2018, 10:40 AM

By all reports, playing in one's hometown is very difficult. Friends, which include the most casual of acquaintances and family make demands for favors, money, and tickets. Fans often place outsize expectations on local heroes, expecting the same level of dominance shown as a prep or collegian. Most athletes are better off playing far from home professionally.

**tygrkhat40** · February 13th, 2018, 02:31 PM

I can only think of a few examples of an athlete doing well in his hometown. Bernie Kosar did pretty good for the Browns in the 80's. S Corey Graham had a few good years with the Bills, but he's a mid-level player, so not a lot was expected of him.

**Arturo2nd** · February 14th, 2018, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by tygrkhat40

I can only think of a few examples of an athlete doing well in his hometown. Bernie Kosar did pretty good for the Browns in the 80's. S Corey Graham had a few good years with the Bills, but he's a mid-level player, so not a lot was expected of him.

I think it was easier before athletes were paid obscene amounts of money. It bothers me when a sub-par player is paid more than enough to rehabilitate our local schools, but nobody made me king.

**ultimatewarlord** · February 14th, 2018, 09:12 PM

Maybe readers of this thread know that Chris Wesserling of the Around the NFL podcast has been suffering from cancer. The ATN podcast guys started a go fund me to cover his medical expenses. The target was $60,000. It's great to report that the amount has almost been reached in four days. A real testament to Chris's popularity.

https://www.gofundme.com/chris-wesse...-out-the-big-c

**Arturo2nd** · March 17th, 2018, 10:20 AM

The Warriors now have Curry, Durant, and Klay Thompson out. Curry's ankle is being checked out next week, but Durant and Thompson are out for at least 3 weeks. Patrick McCaw has been out with a wrist fracture since mid-February. Draymond Green has a banged up shoulder and has been in and out. 34 year old Iguodala is playing with a wrist injury and has been dealing with a balky back. Rookie Jordan Bell is playing his way back into shape after a knee injury. This is what happens when conditioning is neglected.

Now getting away from the regular season grind for awhile might have the Dubs much fresher going into the playoffs. On the other hand, if most of the roster is playing hurt in April, they will get knocked off.

As mentioned way back when human nature is to get fat and happy when you are a multi-millionaire. That's what makes Lebron, MJ, Magic, Kobe, Kareem, and Bill Russell so special.

http://vintage-erotica-forum.com/sho...postcount=7215

Rumors are also flying that Tom Brady may hang it up.

https://sports.yahoo.com/tom-vs-time...205917534.html

**Arturo2nd** · May 4th, 2018, 01:02 PM

Brad Stevens must be the best coach in the NBA. Of course, the even more callow Philadelphia 76ers are clueless defensively. Other than LeBron and company no team in the East looks ready to challenge the Rockets or Warriors. Dwane Casey really deserves better. Once again, it appears that Lowry and DeRozan have folded their tents. But I don't believe the Cavs have enough horses or have played together long enough to beat the Rockets or Warriors 4 times in 7 games.

Frankly, barring injuries, I don't see the Rockets getting by the Warriors, either.

**K_D** · May 16th, 2018, 05:03 PM

from: "Bold" Magazine (December, 1954)

View Poll Results: Which sporting league has the biggest primmadonnas
NBA - basketball (think LeBron)	260	45.61%
NFL - American football (think T.O.)	102	17.89%
MLB - Major league baseball (think A-Rod)	25	4.39%
NHL - National hockey league (think Patrick Roy)	4	0.70%
PGA - professional golfers (think Tiger)	17	2.98%
ATP - professional tennis (think Serena)	15	2.63%
Motorsports - (think Danica Patrick)	8	1.40%
Football - soccer for some (think Diego Maradonna)	128	22.46%
Other _____________________________	11	1.93%
Voters: 570. You may not vote on this poll

February 13th, 2018, 09:59 AM	#7591
Motorboater Vintage Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 4,325 Thanks: 41,491 Thanked 38,247 Times in 4,299 Posts	On another note. Dwayne Wade returning to Miami. The question is, what the hell was he doing elsewhere? Some teams have got to understand that certain players are the face of their team/organisation. Wade was that at Miami, and him returning means playing elsewhere was just at waste of time. He should never have left, like Paul Pierce with Boston. Last edited by Motorboater; February 13th, 2018 at 10:05 AM..

February 13th, 2018, 02:31 PM	#7595
tygrkhat40 Long Suffering Bills Fan Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: The City of Good Neighbors Posts: 9,669 Thanks: 304,243 Thanked 152,528 Times in 9,629 Posts	I can only think of a few examples of an athlete doing well in his hometown. Bernie Kosar did pretty good for the Browns in the 80's. S Corey Graham had a few good years with the Bills, but he's a mid-level player, so not a lot was expected of him. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

February 14th, 2018, 09:12 PM	#7597
ultimatewarlord Vintage Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 1,474 Thanks: 8,328 Thanked 15,872 Times in 1,441 Posts	Maybe readers of this thread know that Chris Wesserling of the Around the NFL podcast has been suffering from cancer. The ATN podcast guys started a go fund me to cover his medical expenses. The target was $60,000. It's great to report that the amount has almost been reached in four days. A real testament to Chris's popularity. https://www.gofundme.com/chris-wesse...-out-the-big-c __________________ The British Government is a disgrace.

March 17th, 2018, 10:20 AM	#7598
Arturo2nd Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Oakland, California, United States. I have a beautful view of the BART tracks and I-980 Posts: 8,955 Thanks: 103,061 Thanked 151,470 Times in 8,946 Posts	Warriors Lose to the Kings, 3rd Loss in 4 games. The Warriors now have Curry, Durant, and Klay Thompson out. Curry's ankle is being checked out next week, but Durant and Thompson are out for at least 3 weeks. Patrick McCaw has been out with a wrist fracture since mid-February. Draymond Green has a banged up shoulder and has been in and out. 34 year old Iguodala is playing with a wrist injury and has been dealing with a balky back. Rookie Jordan Bell is playing his way back into shape after a knee injury. This is what happens when conditioning is neglected. Now getting away from the regular season grind for awhile might have the Dubs much fresher going into the playoffs. On the other hand, if most of the roster is playing hurt in April, they will get knocked off. As mentioned way back when human nature is to get fat and happy when you are a multi-millionaire. That's what makes Lebron, MJ, Magic, Kobe, Kareem, and Bill Russell so special. http://vintage-erotica-forum.com/sho...postcount=7215 Rumors are also flying that Tom Brady may hang it up. https://sports.yahoo.com/tom-vs-time...205917534.html

February 13th, 2018, 10:24 AM	#7593
Motorboater Vintage Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 4,325 Thanks: 41,491 Thanked 38,247 Times in 4,299 Posts	Yeah. Fair enough if he wanted to play in his home town. Too late for someone like Brady! Hopefully Newton never moved to Atlanta.

February 13th, 2018, 10:40 AM	#7594
Arturo2nd Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Oakland, California, United States. I have a beautful view of the BART tracks and I-980 Posts: 8,955 Thanks: 103,061 Thanked 151,470 Times in 8,946 Posts	By all reports, playing in one's hometown is very difficult. Friends, which include the most casual of acquaintances and family make demands for favors, money, and tickets. Fans often place outsize expectations on local heroes, expecting the same level of dominance shown as a prep or collegian. Most athletes are better off playing far from home professionally.

May 4th, 2018, 01:02 PM	#7599
Arturo2nd Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Oakland, California, United States. I have a beautful view of the BART tracks and I-980 Posts: 8,955 Thanks: 103,061 Thanked 151,470 Times in 8,946 Posts	Report from the Playoffs. Brad Stevens must be the best coach in the NBA. Of course, the even more callow Philadelphia 76ers are clueless defensively. Other than LeBron and company no team in the East looks ready to challenge the Rockets or Warriors. Dwane Casey really deserves better. Once again, it appears that Lowry and DeRozan have folded their tents. But I don't believe the Cavs have enough horses or have played together long enough to beat the Rockets or Warriors 4 times in 7 games. Frankly, barring injuries, I don't see the Rockets getting by the Warriors, either.

May 16th, 2018, 05:03 PM	#7600
K_D Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Buffalo, New York USA Posts: 8,863 Thanks: 77,158 Thanked 344,353 Times in 9,027 Posts	1954 *from: "Bold"* Magazine (December, 1954)** __________________ KD "Ugly ole mojo, where ya been? Up your house, and gone again!" - Ellas McDaniel (Bo Diddley)

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