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G-Man · 07-01-2012, 06:58 PM

Based on his age, isn't it likely that Deron grew up a Finley fan? Nothing touches your heart like a childhood hero. We were both in our 50's when I met Billy Sims, but that meant more to me than any of the senators, governors or CEO's.

As for the jersey retirement deal, Jet is a no brainer, but no one else is. Fin gets extra points for being the anchor when Dirk and Nash were too young to carry the load. I think his attitude about how to be a pro was a huge influence on both those guys. Not his fault he left. The only other guy on my list is Derrick Harper. Nash abandoned us. If he wants a banner, he'll have to come back and win a ring. Kidd's time here was too short, but if he stays and there is another championship, he's a shoo-in.

07-01-2012, 06:58 PM	#3696
G-Man Platinum Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: New Mexico Mountains Posts: 2,390	Based on his age, isn't it likely that Deron grew up a Finley fan? Nothing touches your heart like a childhood hero. We were both in our 50's when I met Billy Sims, but that meant more to me than any of the senators, governors or CEO's. As for the jersey retirement deal, Jet is a no brainer, but no one else is. Fin gets extra points for being the anchor when Dirk and Nash were too young to carry the load. I think his attitude about how to be a pro was a huge influence on both those guys. Not his fault he left. The only other guy on my list is Derrick Harper. Nash abandoned us. If he wants a banner, he'll have to come back and win a ring. Kidd's time here was too short, but if he stays and there is another championship, he's a shoo-in. __________________ "He got dimes." Harrison Barnes on Luca Doncic during his 1st NBA training camp. Last edited by G-Man; 07-01-2012 at 07:07 PM.