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Craig wrote: View PostThe Hat is a symbol of respect and loyalty.
Symbols are important, they often sy a lot, and decided the path that yo might go down.
It's no biggie, you monkeys are the ones getting all wound up, us guys who are opposing the Bulls hat aren't furious, we just think its lame, and it is, and in the REAL sports world you can be damn sure that this "its no big deal" way of thinking is the minority.
Now, if you check Austin Dayes Instagram, he also Rocks a very sweet Raps cap, one with just an 'R' on the front.....I want that hat badly!
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which teams hat was he wearing?
i actually take hats seriously, if your a player for a certain team you cant go around wearing others teams hats. to me its a sign of disrespect, more like a 'i don't wanna to be here idea'
same idea when ty lawson wore the raps hat, im pretty sure nugget fans weren't all that too happyLast edited by lilmamba_; Fri Sep 6, 2013, 09:44 PM.What they got to say now? Nothing they can say now. Mobbin' on the low. Winnin' on the lowThe city embraced me, made me feel at home. The only difference [between Compton and Toronto] for me is the cold. -DeMarNo Where Near the South Side #WeTheNorth
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Daye was aged 7-10 during the Bulls second 3-peat with Jordan. His Dad also played for the Bulls. Is it any surprise he is a Bulls fan? Everyone upset needs to get over themselves. If your Dad was a former NBA player who played for the Bulls I'm sure you would have grown up a superfan.
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Craig wrote: View Postthat analogy, about working at Deisel, Apple, etc. I am assuming you're kidding right. Because these are two very different situations.
If you have a shoe deal with Nike, would you play with Adidas on.... think before you answer, you might be forfeiting a really big chunk of cash.
Daye is under contract with the raptors to both play and promote their brand. Wearing the Merchandise of another team is a direct conflict of interest and is frowned upon. If you think it isn't, you likely don't fully understand how it works.
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Craig wrote: View PostHow do you not get this, honestly, and no offence, but are you under 20? Younger kids cant seem to make the distinction between what one is obligated to do, and what one simply should do.
Dude can wear what he wants.
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Well my friend, what can I say, I feel like you need to learn a bit about loyalty, respect, and character then. Because this is what were talking about. He is there, because fans pay to cheer for his team. They buy the merchandise, they buy the tickets.
How many kids that play Hockey in Canada are Leafs, or Canadians fans? When they make the NHL, how many do you think put on the ole Habs cap and go out in public.
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Thats how many.
I just think its a sad reflection upon that p[layer, and his overall commitment to his team and its fans. You act like its a human right discussion. It isn't a lot to ask a player in a Professional sport.... "hey bud, I'm going to give you 2 Million dollars to go out and play basketball. In return, you will play for, support and promote our team and brand to the general public, is that cool with you?"
Two possible answers;
"Seriously, not a problem Sir, small price to pay to be infinitely well off and have 4 million people cheer for me and support me, thanks for the opportunity"
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"Yo fuck you man, I will wear what I want, I like the bulls, they are my team, go fuck yourself or talk to my lawyer"
Which answer do you think 99% of the league gives?
Put on your grown up hat to answer this question because its clearly rhetorical in nature.
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Craig wrote: View PostWell my friend, what can I say, I feel like you need to learn a bit about loyalty, respect, and character then. Because this is what were talking about. He is there, because fans pay to cheer for his team. They buy the merchandise, they buy the tickets.
How many kids that play Hockey in Canada are Leafs, or Canadians fans? When they make the NHL, how many do you think put on the ole Habs cap and go out in public.
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Thats how many.
I just think its a sad reflection upon that p[layer, and his overall commitment to his team and its fans. You act like its a human right discussion. It isn't a lot to ask a player in a Professional sport.... "hey bud, I'm going to give you 2 Million dollars to go out and play basketball. In return, you will play for, support and promote our team and brand to the general public, is that cool with you?"
Two possible answers;
"Seriously, not a problem Sir, small price to pay to be infinitely well off and have 4 million people cheer for me and support me, thanks for the opportunity"
or
"Yo fuck you man, I will wear what I want, I like the bulls, they are my team, go fuck yourself or talk to my lawyer"
Which answer do you think 99% of the league gives?
Put on your grown up hat to answer this question because its clearly rhetorical in nature.
I think I'm starting to see your real argument here. You think because NBA players are paid so much they should be obligated to represent their team at all times in what they say, do and wear. Newsflash, they are paid proportionally to the revenue generated by the games. If you have a problem with them being paid so much, kindly stop watching, and ask the rest of the people like yourself to stop watching as well. If the revenue decreases, so will player salaries over time, so it's really up to you.
And I would really appreciate it if you'd stop speaking to me as if what you're saying is more valid/important just because you're older. People of all ages can make valuable contributions to sports discussion (or any discussion for that matter).
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I chalk wearing another team's hat such as Daye (or Lawson) as a generational value gap.
The culture of AAU ball has become a part of the NBA. Hugging, slapping hands, smiling/laughing during breaks in play, player collusion behind the scenes has made the league, overall, a big fraternity among the players.
I'm not sure what is right or wrong but when I played I truly disliked my opponents. I did not want to hang out with them or talk or whatever. Young players today, I don't think, share that spirit. Again, not sure which perspective is more healthy or correct.
I know years ago you wouldn't have top players looking to play with each other. Players would want to beat the other guy, not join his team, especially in their prime. Again, change in philosophy.
Personally, I don't think guys should wear gear of other teams. When I transferred universities, I certainly didn't wear my former team's gear at my new school. When guys who had played elsewhere at the same level wore old team gear, they certainly got a razing.
I guess on this matter your opinion might come down to what generation you are a part of. Just my .02Last edited by mcHAPPY; Sat Sep 7, 2013, 02:23 PM.
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