We might be able to make it official. NBA players are the biggest babies on the planet....
Did you know Tracy McGrady is talking about boycotting the 2008 NBA All-Star Game because it's in New Orleans?
He's afraid of the lack of security. Nevermind that this could give New Orleans a HUGE economic and moral boost. Nevermind that if anybody needs the opportunity to market their team it's the New Orleans Hornets. The Sugar Bowl was just brought back to New Orleans without a hitch. And I'm convinced more people care about that then the NBA All-Star game.
I'm curious what your opinions are on this one?
The Yahoo column about McGrady's "demands": http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news?slug=aw-mcgrady030207&prov=yhoo&type=lgns
2007-03-04 08:01:45 · 12 answers · asked by sweetie_tdp 4 in Sports ➔ Basketball
Oh and give me a break, players couldn't leave their rooms because they felt "unsafe" in Vegas. Must not have been too unsafe for the NBA to want to put a FRANCHISE there.
And given the players conduct on the court what kind of fans do they think they're pulling anyway? Half of the NBA is a bunch of thugs. I think they can hold their own on this one.
Oh and the Sugar Bowl is a week long event that brings thousands of fans as well. And those are college kids without "top notch" security.
2007-03-04 08:31:35 · update #1
He did the same thing at the Olympics the year Larry brown was coaching so this shouldn't be a surprise. Just don't put all players in his category because they haven't acted like this. He even cried about not getting his way when he and Vince carter were in Toronto and had problems with management when he was in Orlando. He has a very selfish attitude which is why he will always be second tier when you talk about great players in the NBA. If you cant give a little of your time after all you have gotten from the NBA quit and stay in the safety of your home.
2007-03-04 08:26:20 · answer #1 · answered by Rae 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It shows how long he's been away from the real world…
When kids show talent at a young age they're entered into a system where they're treated like royalty. I've seen it first-hand since my son plays Prep School ball. He's a decent player and loves the game, but he's not superstar material and we accept that. But the kids who really have the potential to go are put on such a pedestal.
So, of course he thinks that he is so important that he might be a target -- for the vast majority of his life, the world has revolved around him. He has never really known any differently. I am not saying it's acceptable, I am simply observing that he is a product of his environment.
2007-03-04 16:05:08 · answer #2 · answered by HearKat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think he's justified in saying that. I mean if you look at how the All-Star game played out in Vegas this year I wouldn't want a city to take all that on that isn't ready for bigtime. It was a big excuse for gang bangers and thugs to get out and so if I was a baller like him I would feel the same way. You should be able to feel safe at your job. I mean yeah basketball is hip hop's sport but there is a limit. Vegas this years says it all. I heard that quite a few of the all-stars didn't even leave their hotel rooms at night because it was just plain ridiculous how many ****** was out tryin to start $hit.
2007-03-04 16:21:43 · answer #3 · answered by katalina 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
he spoke his mind...its no secret that the situation is still bad out there, I understand no more than a quarter of the populous that was uprooted has returned...a good friend of mine had military patrol duty out there after the hurricane and said it was horrid ,both the surroundings and the hoodlums firing on them...the hornets, fine, the sugar bowl...also fine, but you are talking a totally different animal coming out for all star weekend(a three day event, there will be thousands and thousands of people coming out (with their crews, which doesnt happen at bowl games) a lot of celebrities, politicians, musicians, and a large number of actors and actresses...people come out to all star weekend to be seen...this isnt some bowl game...(and what you fail to realize is...New Orleans itself hasnt been properly taken care of to begin with...) I personally dont think he had to say it like that...but its a lot like Tim saying he hates gays...its just that he like Tim said it out loud...
2007-03-04 16:14:37 · answer #4 · answered by doingitright44 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I couldn't help but laugh out loud when I read his statements. My feelings are that he shouldn't have to worry about the all-star game unless he is worried he won't be able to get a ticket.
2007-03-04 16:09:31 · answer #5 · answered by detroit al 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
after the NBA all star game, if I was a player, I'd be afraid driving around anywhere during that weekend.
2007-03-04 16:06:57 · answer #6 · answered by comic_bob 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its kind of like celebrities who have to be on a set thats precisely 72.3 degrees fahrenheight. if mcgrady wants to be looked to as a role model, he should go to the all-star game. if hes worried about safety, then he should hire his own guards.
2007-03-04 16:12:27 · answer #7 · answered by ssbballer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think mcgrady is just being a whining baby. i dont think it matters where the all star game is, as long as its fun and interesting for everyone.
2007-03-04 16:07:37 · answer #8 · answered by Tiger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Awww Gosh... Thats stupid. But i guess if you had millions of dollars and were always used to getting your way then you would do the same thing....-sigh- superstars..
2007-03-04 16:07:18 · answer #9 · answered by good_ole_rocky_top_tennessee 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even tho I think T-Mac is a good player...I think hes stupid for saying those comments
2007-03-04 16:13:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋