Some people define their enjoyment by how much they support something, others define it by how much they hate it. That's just how it is. "I hate the Kobe and the Lakers" becomes more of a defining trait to them than "I love LBJ". I have no problem with that, because I'm secure in being a fan cheering for rather than against something.
It's good that ytl is passionate about what he believes in. After all, some people still hate Michael Jordan with a passion as well. But it sounds like ytl has a bigger problem with the NBA and David Stern than the Lakers. Remember, it takes (at least) two to trade. It's not like the Grizzlies are exactly whining about their own decision to rebuild the team. Why no hate for the Celtics, with their 3 superstars, or the fact that the West as a whole is just monstrous compared to the East? Unfair advantage, or part of the game? I personally think it'd be boring if all the teams were on the exact same talent level, but hey, that's just me.
As a 3rd generation Lakers fan, and someone who actually likes Kobe, I am not actually upset about the haters anymore. The MVP award seems like it's more about how the player fits his team rather than the player's individual traits. Kobe has definitely changed in his attitude toward his team, and that's why he's the assumptive MVP this year. Yes, he's been annoying and a general asshole in the past, especially in his dealings with the media, but you can't deny that he works damn hard. That effort, to me, matters more than scoring titles and triple-doubles, which is why I always thought that Derek Fisher was underrated.
Bottom line: I'd rather see an under-performing team grow and evolve through hard work, trades, and the draft than see teams get nerfed by unnecessary regulations.
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