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"I know it's late and I took all year, but you can stop complaining, 'cause I'm finally here..."
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I was born a Philadelphia 76ers fan, and throughout their history, they have had a few rivalries, but none of them rank higher than the Boston Celtics.
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I was never supposed to like the Celtics, as they were once the most hated franchise in the NBA, because of their many championships, and hall of fame players...so as a child in the late 80's and early 90's I rooted for Dr. J, and Charles Barkley. However I did respect the C's because if not for anything else, they were winners, and in any game...that's all that matters.
Prior to June 2008, Boston's last successful title run was in 1986, and since then I've grown to cheer for both the Sixers and Lakers, as if that's possible, and a few players here and there. From Reggie Miller, Patrick Ewing, Allan Houston, and Eddie Jones, to Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, and Stephon Marbury, I was a big fan of their game. Things change and while half of that list are no longer playing, the other 3 are members of the Boston Celtics.
So hopefully by now you can see the problem. I liked KG and Steph with the Timberwolves, and Ray Allen has been a favorite since the movie He Got Game, but as they continue their career in Beantown, I had to turn my back on them. It's not that I don't like them as people, I just don't like the Celtics. The only person I have respect for on that team is Paul Pierce. He was drafted by that squad, and it is his team. One of the things that bothers me about the C's and their "BIG 3" is when one of them talks about the fact that there are 3 future hall of fame players in the locker room, it bothers me.
Did I miss something? Or is the Hall a lock for all of them? I can see KG and I feel strongly about him making it, but hmmm...let's consider Pierce, and Allen...I'm just not sure they are going to get in.
Nevertheless, I still dislike the Celtics, and I see a new Eastern Conference rivalry on the horizon, as I am looking forward to watching them and the Cavilers in the playoffs. Tomorrow we will get a preview as LeBron and The OC (I made that nickname, so if you see it anywhere else, it started here), match up in a game that can decide first place in the east, come April.
The only thing I can comprehend about the C's is that they actively sought out players that could bring the Larry O'Brien trophy back to New England, and in that capacity, they are kind of like the New York Yankees, which isn't such a bad team to be compared to.
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They are all Hall of Famers even without a title. Too many All-Star, appearances, etc. not to be. Not sure what you're smokin' over there.
Well let me set the record straight...I don't do drugs, nor do I smoke, but I just wasn't too sure about Ray Allen, and Pierce.
I would consider Pierce over Allen, but I don't think that all 3 are going to the Hall. But hey, it's just my opinion, I never claimed to know it all.
I'm sure you don't smoke, but comments like that might make people believe you do haha
Ray Allen has been to 9 All-Star Games in 13 seasons. He is second all-time in three pointers, 5th all-time in free throw %, & 42nd all-time in points amd counting. Career Averages: 20.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.2 steals
Paul Pierce has been to 7 All-Star Games in 11 seasons. 3 time All-NBA & Finals MVP. 58th All-Time in points and counting. Career Averages: 22.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.6 steals.
They aren't on the level of Hall of Famer like Magic, Bird, Jordan, Wilt, etc. but they are still locks.
Great points Antone, and I appreciate you stopping by and backing up your opinion!
No problem man. No sense having an opinion if you can't back it up!
Been reading your blog for a minute now, found it through Mizzo's spot.
Check mine out when you get a chance: Hip 2 Da Game
Peace.
While I did grow up hating the C's, I never knew why but I also hated the Knicks probably because they seemed to be that road block that the Bulls had to get over time and time again.
I would also had questioned the Hall of Fame status but the numbers are very impressive and seeing as Allen continues to hit threes and Pierce moves closer to # 2 on that Boston all-time scoring list and I don't need to mention Garnetts' stats, it seems all three will be enshrined one day.
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