I couldn't bring myself to watch the NBA All-Star game after watching the Rookies v. Sophomores game on Friday night.
The pathetic attempt at defense that was on display reminded me just how sad the actual All-Star game is.
Now, in the NFL Pro Bowl, at least they're still bangin' pads.
I distinctly remember Wes Welker being legitimately embarrassed and flustered after he got the ball stripped from him during this past Pro Bowl. At least in the Pro Bowl, there are hints of emotion and, I don't know, caring about the game.
People rail on the Pro Bowl like it is an abomination. But the NBA, with the myriad problems it is facing (labor talks, exaggerated parody, lack of distribution of talent, overall quality) puts on the three-ring circus it calls an All-Star game and people watch! They're content with it! They love the stupid circus dunks and bouncing the ball off the scoreboard. They should really institute a five-point shot from now on. Who the hell cares anymore? It is a joke.
Maybe I generalize too much though.
Maybe people aren't wholly content with the NBA All-Star game. But in all fairness, that game deserves to be railed on as hard as the NFL gets hit with Pro Bowl complaints. I don't see Jim Rome or other pundit/losers bashing on the NBA All-Star game.
It's just...I can't even watch. Regular season NBA basketball is harsh enough as it is. And then the All-Star game and John Wall's dancing...I just can't. I can't do it anymore.
I give up.
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