Comments on: Reflecting on the Heat and the journey we all go on

By: JustinNixon

JustinNixon — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 13:24:01 +0000

@Marq @Teddddd so we just have to tank for a couple years and hope that Shabazz Muhammad and Jabari Parker fall into our laps.. sounds like a plan

By: Marq

Marq — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:46:06 +0000

@Teddddd

As a resident Oklahoman, I can tell you the mood is pretty much “Well, we’re just glad we got there!” around these parts. Yeah, we’re a little down about it, but the local radio is already transitioning to Sooner and OSU Cowboy talk.

Like you, I’m glad this year showed that a true small market (45th in the US) can do big things with solid management and the right mix of guys that are all tuned in, especially in bass ackwards Oklahoma. I’d like to see the Bucks adopt a similar blueprint toward building a contender, though I’m not holding out too much hope right now, considering our regime.

By: flyingking

flyingking — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 21:01:58 +0000

Very well written.
Effort and chemistry DO count, even on lower-caliber teams like the Bucks.
The last two years have not had much of either.

By: Teddddd

Teddddd — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 13:42:30 +0000

@AaronWigo Phoenix San Antonio and Dallas…the 6th 7th and 9th largest cities in the United States are not “small market” in my opinion

By: JustinNixon

JustinNixon — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 13:36:37 +0000

First of all Congratulations to Miami and Lebron.. they had to earn it the same as any team.. that being said it does feel a little bit like a bought championship.. While the rest of the league is trying to find creative ways to put a team together the old fashioned way, they essentially won the lottery because of good weather and no sales tax.. There is no way that anyone can say Miami fans are better than Bucks fans, period. Back to the old drawring board

By: jeremyschmidt

jeremyschmidt — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 10:50:35 +0000

@AaronWigo @Teddddd What I think was special about these last two years is that we saw the Heat or any team for that matter, can’t just roll out there and expect everything to happen. Teams fought so hard against the Heat. Every arena was packed and tons of people rooted against them. But they stayed the course and got contributions from all around.

No matter how many stars you have, the NBA requires your whole team’s complete effort. It requires other guys to make plays. Even on teams with stars, it’s truly a team effort and everyone has to be 100% committed to the cause.

It’s a special thing.

By: jeremyschmidt

jeremyschmidt — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 10:47:49 +0000

@PattiRafalskiDavison That’s pretty awesome that you made that trip. Kudos to you.

By: bucksfan

bucksfan — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 10:02:17 +0000

Great write-up Jeremy. I feel the same way about sports. Go Bucks!

By: PattiRafalskiDavison

PattiRafalskiDavison — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 08:50:39 +0000

I traveled from S. Florida to Milwaukee for the home game of the 2009 Playoffs against Atlanta. Red “Fear The Deer” towels waving…what a glorious time! Was it all worth it? You bet. That’s why we watch every game and read every report…even during the summer.

Nobody should blame the fans of small market teams for feeling a little conflicted about the Miami Heat. After all, our noses were rubbed in “it” when they put that team together. But life moves on and what Jeremy had to say helped me to sort out my thoughts and feelings. The men on that team really wanted that Championship and they worked really hard to get it. Success of that team needs to be recognized and celebrated by all of us NBA fans, even if we are not Miami Heat fans.

By: AaronWigo

AaronWigo — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 03:17:53 +0000

@Teddddd Dude, chill. I’m a Heat fan from S Florida, so maybe I’m biased, but winning it all isn’t easy wherever you are. This victory was far from assured. The Thunder played well in every game but this one. And to dispute your theory that small market teams are at a disadvantage, what about the Spurs? I’ve never been to San Antonio and have never met a person from there, yet they have a 15 year dynasty. The Thunder most likely have a dynasty in the making. Phoenix easily could have won it the year Nash got hip checked and Dallas isn’t exactly a destination spot. NY meanwhile, has pretty much sucked since Riley left. It’s about a little luck and the right ownership. Players come to Miami not only because it is a decent place to live, but also because of Pat Riley and the first class accomodations provided by the owner. And don’t get all butt hurt about Florida’s beautiful weather and people. It’s unbearably hot for 4 months a year and we have giant flying cockaroaches and mosqitoes. I moved to Cali for the perfect weather. If you’re gonna hate over locale, hate LA, lol.