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April 14, 2007
Open Letter to the Celtics
I know I'm one of those hidebound traditionalists who cares more about the Celtics reclaiming their legacy than about a suitable "fan experience". In that vein, I guess I was hoping that halftime last night would feature a little more in the way of honoring the '57 Championship team, and a little less watching a guy throw Frisbees to dogs. I'm sure wherever Red is watching this season from, he probably had a few choice words on the matter.
If I wanted to root for a characterless McTeam like Orlando or Atlanta so I could get free T-shirts and watch idiots on the Jumbotron, I'd happily move. The weather's a lot better. But I grew up with this team, I've lived and died and died and died with this team, and I'd like to think that being a fan of this team carries with it a certain something beyond just being a consumerbot.
Of course, if we land one of those two plum draft picks, my hope for the future will return. But I can't help the nagging feeling that the NBA will pull out all the stops to send Oden and Durant somewhere other than Boston (hey, is that the Lakers marching towards the lottery?!) and I guess I'd like to think there's a contingency plan that involves a Plan B - preferably one that recognizes that there is such a thing as Celtics pride, and at least gives a nod to the 57 fans who still have vague memories of same.
Kthxbye.
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Whenever I read about the Celtics, I am reminded of that time in Middle School when ML Carr came and read to us. Thing is... he didn't even read a basketball book or anything. I think he just read some random book the librarian pulled off the shelf. Just sharing... hahaha.
Posted by: cherylann | April 14, 2007 11:31 AM
Good column. I absolutely agree.
Posted by: Vin | April 15, 2007 07:30 AM
