I love basketball. I really love it. It’s my favorite sport to watch. But I guess I’ll have to live on the memories, cause it’s becoming more and more likely, we won’t have a season. And why? No, seriously…why? Why is there a Lockout? Cause I honestly don’t know. I have been paying attention. But, this is what I hear from the player’s side: “Blah, blah, blah we want more money!” This is what I hear from the owner’s side: “Blah, blah, blah we want to make and keep more money!” Don’t know what their reasons are, but I know who is punished: The Cities - the drop in revenue will significantly impact the business in the surrounding areas of the arenas. And the Fans - supporting your team and/or attending a game can provide a much needed escapism, especially nowadays. But will it affect fans for the long haul? I think so. My friend, a 40yr old waiter from Seattle, has been lukewarm towards the NBA since it moved his beloved Supersonics to Oklahoma City. And this lockout has pushed him over the cliff and into complete apathy. He could care less if a game is ever played again. My coworker, a 23yr coach, said, “I’m done. Nothing NBA related. No gear. No games. Nothing. They don’t care about me so (…and then expletives, but you get it.)”. My 70yr old uncle thinks everyone is acting like spoiled brats. Come to think on if, he’s probably onto something… I know, I know I’m dreaming by wanting an Ego-Based environment to care about something or someone more than themselves. But I really wish someone did… So here we are Day 111 and counting. I hope soon I hear, “Blah, blah, blah Lockout over!”
Kelli
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