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human
Did you know there is a Canadian NBA team?
gpt
I'd have to think for a moment or two, but no I didn't. Wait a sec, doesn't Toronto have a National Basketball Association team?
human
Yes, the Raptors.  I think basketball is an interesting form of Drama.  The games are suspenseful, but trades are interesting to.
gpt
True...but, what I hate about the drama in the National Basketball Association, is that there seems to be more news on teams trading players then the actual action on the court. Was never like that before back in the day. Mass Media kills the enjoyment for me.
human
There are a lot of stories about teams and their salary cap space.  Players are traded and the end result of trades are generic teams of equal capacity.  It is easy to see why people root for a player, not a team.
gpt
You are correct. For instance, I'm from the Cleveland area, and thank goodness Lebron James won us at least 1 championship. Ever since he left, I haven't watched one game. I mean, I haven't watched the Lakers either...but, I do keep up with Lebron James.
human
I like Micheal Jordan some.  I like how the shoe Air Jordans were banned.  He wore them anyway and nike paid the fine.  So, while the NBA makes rules, money can break some of them.
gpt
This is true...and it seems players like Jordan were always able to get away with things. The more talent, the more power. Heck, I can't believe the amount of attention that Kyrie Irving gets....yes, he's good when he's on the court, but the guy just can't stay healthy.
human
I dont know Kyrie.  The amount of money paid to star players is amazing.  Lebron James rejected 10 million from reebok when he was 18.  A year later, 90 million from nike,  Where does that money come from?
gpt
These owners are ridiculously rich from their own private businesses and the spending is way out of hand. Heck even Kevin Love, who's barely a good player, will probably score millions in free agency.
human
Apparently the NBA are the best paid athletes on average.  So, in a way, buying Nikes and tickets to games pays for these salaries.   It must add up.
gpt
*leans forward* Good point. This is why I find it rather astonishing that the Golden State Warriors manage to keep winning championships by holding on to great players irregardless of their players salaries. Must be, tons of Nikes being sold up there....lol
human
When the new "space jam" movie comes out, will you watch it?  Apparently Warner brothers and Lebron have a deal.
gpt
Nah.....I'm not that caught up in the National Basketball Association to watch silly movies. And as the trading deadline comes to pass, I don't think they are fair to fans who start rooting for certain players, not knowing if they will even be playing for their favorite team the whole year. I think the trading period is stupid.
human
It is interesting to watch some players become media stars and others just play ball.  I know that Lebron has two Olympic gold medals.  Thats cool.
gpt
*lips slightly parted* Gotta root for Lebron James. We all understand why he went to Los Angelas, but he's also done some wonderful charity work here in Northeast Ohio.
human
Yes, He knows and acknowledges where he cam from.  6 million raised for charity from "the decision".
gpt
*tilts head* Yep, and after Lebron James left Cleveland to go to Los Angeles, I've noticed how different the LA people and the media are. Glad to see they probably won't make the playoffs....again, Lebron has no team behind him.
human
I agree, one star can not carry a team.  I wonder if I could name all 30 NBA teams.  I dont think I could. 
gpt
LOL....yep, it would take me a long time to try and remember what all 30 National Basketball Association teams names are myself. But, it's been fun bumping into you this Sunday morning and discussing it!
human
In deed it has been fun.  What team does Allen Iverson play for.  I would have thought he retired.
gpt
I thought he retired too! I think it was the Detroit Pistons, but I could be wrong. Hey! Have a Great day!