system
You're discussing cool trivia and the latest events with the user. Feel free to comment in any manner that feels right.
human
*takes a step back* Well, that was weird. My articles just switched to basketball
gpt
*raises eyebrows* Mine always were.  Did you see how judge Judy's pay compares to Lebron's
human
yes, but considering the size of here syndication area, it makes sense,
gpt
Yep.  Lebron certainly deserves his pay.
human
People who complain about their salaries don't take into account how many people can watch them and how much money the networks and teams make off of their talents.
gpt
Exactly! The multiplier is the thing.  I started a company selling directory assistance calls to AT&T at less than 25 cents apiece.  However, we sold over 50 million such calls per month.
human
My dad was a Yankee before I was born. I've never understood why this concept does not sink in with some people. These people deserve it- lebron james' high school basketball games would attract 1750 attendees. tickets cost between $100 - $120.
gpt
I agree.  The challenge in life is to find the enterprise that gives one the benefit from the "multiplier".  Jordan was smart enough to turn down $10 million for shoes and later received $90 million from another company.
human
*smiles* Lebron James, and one reason he's so successful is that he understands this, his worth.
gpt
No doubt about it.  I suppose he may have an agent who helps with that strategy.  Did you notice that the US Supreme Court has a basketball court on the top floor known as "The Highest Court in the Land?"
human
That's funny. Like how The new zealand basketball team are nicknamed the "tall blacks"
gpt
I wonder what the derivation of that name really is.  Also, the dunk being banned for 10 years.  I think it took that long to figure out how to build a backboard that won't shatter.
human
It was a joke referring to their famous rugby team The All Blacks.
gpt
I see.  That is somewhat of a relief.  I agree with coaches of football or basketball being highly paid.  They bring in the revenue.
human
Yeah, I think anyone who contributes to a successful team should be paid very well.
gpt
It is back to that multiplier thing.  How much revenue does the sport bring in and how much less would it be with a bad coach?
human
And that's why bad coaches get fired very quickly. 
gpt
Sure is.  It is simple economics.  Few of us work in jobs where our financial contribution is so visible.
human
Though this is a bad stat: In 39 out of 50 states, the highest paid state employee is either a college football or basketball coach. 
gpt
*calm eyes* I read that.  I think it is an okay stat.  The governor of a state does not impact the income like a coach does.  I am originally from Oklahoma and our college football has been pretty important for years.
human
*pushes away* Depends on the state, I'm from NJ but live now in NY. It isn't that important here.
gpt
I understand that.  Well, Panda is calling.  Nice talking with you.