Hope Rides Again
by Exhibit G on May 17, 2010 9:05 PM PDT
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PrintIt amazes me that this still happens. Year after year, if the Kings are in the lottery, I feel this same feeling. It's difficult to explain to anyone who hasn't experienced it firsthand. Luckily I know all of you will be able to relate.
There's the excitement. Particularly last year, there was the excitement of what was possible. What if? What if you got the number one pick? We spent all day today arguing over who we would want with the first pick. And no matter what tomorrow brings, I wouldn't trade those debates. Informative, funny, and thorough discussions. I cherish them.
But there's the other part. There's the dread. The dread that comes with being a Kings fan. The expectation that the worst possible outcome is the likely result. Last year we could go no lower than 4th, and sure enough we got the 4th pick in what everyone knew was a 2-player draft.
But then the hope returns. There was the anguish and arguments when the Kings passed on Rubio to select Tyreke Evans. And now this year we're debating whether Wall or LeBron could play with Evans. Amazing how things change. Amazing how #RekeROY happens. Amazing how we go from "Who the hell is Jason Thompson?" to "I'd rather trade Spencer than JT." Fantastic how these things work out.
We're conditioned to expect things to go against us. But I wouldn't get off this rollercoaster for anything. Right now we're rounding a blind corner, unsure if we're about to experience a climb or a plummeting fall. All we can do is hang on and enjoy it. It's a helluva ride.
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With that said, I would love it if we never have to have these lottery based discussions ever again.
Phil Jackson, after treatment for a kidney stone "When the anesthesiologist leaned over me, he said "We named your kidney stone Kobe because it's not passing."
by Ellimist on May 17, 2010 9:12 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Amen
Here’s too the Kings playing in the playoffs next season.
"Even the Swedes are getting mad."-Randy Hahn
"It's very cozy in the sin bin."-Randy Hahn
But that wouldn't be following the OKC/Portland plan.
I hope for the playoffs next year but in reality, I want to see improvement and the hope for the playoffs the following year.
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
One last lottery pick next year
and then no more
"Children want what they want when they want it." ... Andy Sims
PLAYOFFS!?!
Maybe…MAYBE, if we’re lucky, we’ll be in 2011-12 Season.
Unless we sign Bosh.
Or LeBron.
"We're trapped inside the matrix, forced to play our hand. We're filled with so much hatred, the kids don't stand a chance." -- B.o.B. (aka Bobby Ray).
by PhutureKings on May 18, 2010 1:42 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Holy crap
I actually am the one who made this image. This is a sign.
Grandmaster of the "Never let AnotherStupidSN forget what a Sham-Wow is" Order and Originator of the "Brock Ness Monster".
Where did you find this PK?
Someone must’ve taken it off my imageshack page. I’M FREAKING OUT MAN.
Grandmaster of the "Never let AnotherStupidSN forget what a Sham-Wow is" Order and Originator of the "Brock Ness Monster".
Well expressed Exhibit G.
It has been a helluva ride, but I feel optimistic that tomorrow is going to be a good day for King’s fans.
To be the best, you have to do your best. Otherwise, you are only second-rate.
Really though, I'm not feeling much dread about tomorrow
If we get a top 4, then sweet. If we get 5 or 6, then we probably get Johnson or Aminu. Maybe Aldrich if he looks great in his workouts. I could be alright with that.
"Sometimes the capriciousness of youth anesthetizes common sense." -Let Geoff's words guide our patience this season.
by AnotherStupidSN on May 17, 2010 9:26 PM PDT reply actions
Hmmm -
A top 6 pick and we wind up with a lump of Cole? I suppose he could become a diamond in a million years, which would probably put him slightly ahead of Hawes on the progression scale.
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by section214 on May 17, 2010 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 3 recs
Are you heading downtown Section?
Is there an StR plan for the lottery party?
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
Section's already said he's gonna hide under a rock and come out on Wednesday to see what happened
I’m planning on being at the Midtown party, but it’s looking now like I may have my little ones in tow.
"Sometimes the capriciousness of youth anesthetizes common sense." -Let Geoff's words guide our patience this season.
by AnotherStupidSN on May 17, 2010 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions
How old? I may bring the boys.
And I love me some Zocolos.
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
I'm still debating whether to go or not
If anyone is thinking about it and may want to get together, send me an email (it’s in my profile). It’ll come down to what time I get out of work but I’m only like 8 blocks away.
"Children want what they want when they want it." ... Andy Sims
I'm going.
"We're trapped inside the matrix, forced to play our hand. We're filled with so much hatred, the kids don't stand a chance." -- B.o.B. (aka Bobby Ray).
by PhutureKings on May 18, 2010 1:43 AM PDT up reply actions
My girls are 3.5 and 2
They won’t know what the hell is going on, but I don’t think I’ll have anyone to watch them. I’m just hoping they won’t rat me out to Mommy: “Daddy was looking at the lady’s tooshy…”
"Sometimes the capriciousness of youth anesthetizes common sense." -Let Geoff's words guide our patience this season.
by AnotherStupidSN on May 18, 2010 9:46 AM PDT up reply actions
Just make sure they hear you utter the following:
“Mommy’s is much nicer”
#vfettkefordraft
"The Kings will get a top 3 pick in the 2010 draft. Book it!"
I will be there.
If you don’t know what I look like you can look at the StR night out photo number 1. Both Toby and I are marked. I am about 5-11 with redish hair. Toby is 7 and a platinum, almost white headed blonde and the little guy is 2 1/2 with redish hair. I will be near Zoloco’s (located at 18th and Capital) at 4:10.
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
Looks like I'm gonna have to make it
Probably leaving work at 4.30 and heading there. Will likely take me 15 mins to get there. Maybe I’ll see you guys around
"Children want what they want when they want it." ... Andy Sims
You're both platinum haired JJ....
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985......
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
Lol!
"We're trapped inside the matrix, forced to play our hand. We're filled with so much hatred, the kids don't stand a chance." -- B.o.B. (aka Bobby Ray).
by PhutureKings on May 18, 2010 1:42 AM PDT up reply actions
Nevertheless
there are 156 combinations the kings own. If you add the numbers included in all those combinations together, you get 4518. 156+4518=4674. 4+6+7+4=21. Evan Turner is 21 years old. Tim Duncan wears the number 21. 2+1=3. 2*1=2. 2+1= Tim Duncan because he is good at getting 3-point plays. 2*1=Evan Turner because he is a good mid-range jump shooter. Thus, the Kings will get either pick 2 or three. If they pick second, they pick Evan Turner. If they get pick 3, they get a player that will end up being as good as Tim Duncan. But wait, the kings are represented by Tyreke Evans at the draft lottery. He wears the number 13. Unlucky? Not necessarily. Tyreke is 20 years old. 20+13=33. The Kings are already getting the 33rd pick in the draft. Since numbers align, this pick will be a success. But for the first round, it could be devestating considering 3+3=6. Although, 2+0=2 and 1+3=4. So, the average of Tyreke’s age and jersey number is 3 (2+4/2). Without any superstition, the Kings have the best odds for getting the 5th pick. Hmmm…
Thus, I have proven that the Kings will get any pick except pick #1.
by White Brocklate on May 17, 2010 9:48 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
Reke picks and thus it has to be a combination of his jersey number 13
1 + 3 = 4
1 * 3 = 3
3 – 1 = 2
If anything
the Kings being in the lottery recently has made watching the NBA more enjoyable. Following the college game was something I hadn’t done before. It’s fun to guess what our pick will be, then seeing the season play out and how all the picks compare. Going through these bad times will make it that much sweeter when we return to the playoffs!
Same for me
Following the college game was something I hadn’t done before.
I have started watching more college ball and have begun eyeballing other teams benches for hidden talent. The roller coaster ride is tough. Half the time I want to bang my head against the wall but it is so exciting to watch these guys when they start figuring things out.
"Experience is what you get when you don't get what you want...and I have plenty of experience!" -Jerry Reynolds
by GlassCleaner on May 17, 2010 9:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Same for me
Following the college game was something I hadn’t done before.
To be the best, you have to do your best. Otherwise, you are only second-rate.
I have
but usually only to watch my alma mater which though pretty good, isn’t usually crawling with NBA prospects.
Still, Hummel and Jjohnson will probably play in the NBA – even if its just a few years.
I do watch some other games based on prospects fo us the last few years – maybe 10 other games a year.
So imitate the action of the tiger!.
Lend the eye a terrible aspect
- and teach them how to war!
Henry V iii
by lietothegirls on May 17, 2010 10:46 PM PDT up reply actions
But I'm pretty confidant its at least a 4 player draft
maybe 5
So imitate the action of the tiger!.
Lend the eye a terrible aspect
- and teach them how to war!
Henry V iii
by lietothegirls on May 17, 2010 10:47 PM PDT up reply actions
I agree but there is a possibly even a 6th IMO.
I have the typical Wall, Evans, Cousins and Favors but I would possibly add Wesley Johnson and……Ed Davis who really reminds me of the Boozer and his draft situation a few years ago. I’m not really an Aminu fan. I also like Udoh but not as a star prospect. Monroe is a bust. I no longer trust Euro players and Patterson and Aldrich look like 7-8 rotational players at best.
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
Vesely was probably the only Euro worth anything in this draft
But he’s out now. Too many question marks on Seraphin and Raduljica for me, and Motiejunas has more red flags than Cousins.
Grandmaster of the "Never let AnotherStupidSN forget what a Sham-Wow is" Order and Originator of the "Brock Ness Monster".
I think I will write a fanpost on this instead of aswering in this dying thread.
It should be a nice topic of discussion.
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
wow i thought i was the only person who liked ed davis
Could some of you maybe use a condom once in a while?
by wallywagon11 on May 18, 2010 9:07 AM PDT up reply actions
The Kings will consider him at 5 or 6.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985......
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
If anything the Kings being in the lottery recently has made watching the NBA more enjoyable.
I am guessing you are a bit younger because if you had been there for the craptacularness of the late 80s and early 90s and for the rise to prominance, then there is no way you could think the experience of being in the lottery makes watching the NBA more enjoyable. No way that is possible.
In December of 08, I went to a Kings Nets game, my first Kings game in about 4 years (been out of town for awhile) and was utterly shocked at the atmosphere there. Arco is nothing like I remembered it during the good times and even the bad times back in the day. It sucks to watch the playoffs with no real interest in any of the teams and it really sucks waiting for them to end so we can get to the lottery, something that actually matters for our team. I dunno, it makes me impatient watching the playoffs, makes me depressed when they drop 50 to 60 games in the season, and makes me all kinds of nervous when lottery day comes up because i am terrified the bad bounces and the losing will continue unless we get this one darn pick right.
Of course, it’s the process. And the west is insanely competitive so there is no rush to go out and sign whatever top FA there is for way too much money. Even though I understand this, still sorta sucks.
Could some of you maybe use a condom once in a while?
by wallywagon11 on May 18, 2010 9:07 AM PDT up reply actions
If you consider 36 young
but I don’t. I have been a fan of the Kings since 99 (when I moved here). As I stated, being in the lottery makes it more enjoyable. Ok maybe not more enjoyable, but more interesting.
I will probably cry.
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
No kidding. I’m gonna put all throwable objects far away from myself tomorrow night.
"Batting 4th and doing the catching, says here this guy weighs 210 pounds...I'm not buyin it! It's Brian McCann."
by Scott Coleman on May 18, 2010 1:36 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
With the 6th pick of the 2010 NBA Draft, the Sacramento Kings select:
the next rookie of the year.
Don’t worry, in Geoff we trust.
by ZenBaller on May 18, 2010 4:12 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Coming out of the woodwork
I’ve read this blog religiously for a long time. Huge fan, but never joined the discussion. I’ve decided to post tonight due to the abject fear that tomorrow brings. I’m freaked out and need to tell someone. Apparently bottling it up didn’t work last year. I’m trying a different approach this year.
Please, God, I just want a top four pick. Is that too much to ask?
by Peja's Eurostars on May 17, 2010 11:08 PM PDT reply actions
It is asking too much, God loves all the children in the world-
Black and Purple, blue and red, aqua and silver, navy and gold- God loves all the children of the world.
Welcome and just remember the immortal words of Eric Cartman- “Why God have you forsaken us?”. Pray Peja’s Eurostars, pray.
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
God doesn't love purple and gold
That’s the other guy that lives in the south, the deep south
"Children want what they want when they want it." ... Andy Sims
by edm7 on May 17, 2010 11:36 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
No worries, Pejaface -
We’re getting the 1st overall pick AND LeBron in a S&T for Noce.
OH YEAH
I don't see what's wrong with giving Bobby a little experience before he starts to practise law.
by swoosh91 on May 18, 2010 12:29 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
And then LeBron says...
Hey, I don’t care about money…I’ll sign for the league minimum, just to play with Reke, Wall and Bosh.
"We're trapped inside the matrix, forced to play our hand. We're filled with so much hatred, the kids don't stand a chance." -- B.o.B. (aka Bobby Ray).
by PhutureKings on May 18, 2010 1:49 AM PDT up reply actions
Er...
Reply FAIL
"We're trapped inside the matrix, forced to play our hand. We're filled with so much hatred, the kids don't stand a chance." -- B.o.B. (aka Bobby Ray).
by PhutureKings on May 18, 2010 1:52 AM PDT up reply actions
Just for tonight
Wouldn’t it be fun to imagine we get the top spot. And with that top spot we get Wall. And with the reigning ROY and a fresh #1 lottery pick in Wall, Chris Bosh decides this might not be the worst spot for his future. And just for tonight I can imagine the Kings contending for the next 6-8 years. Tomorrows another day.
"As the great warrior poet Ice Cube once said, If the day does not require an AK, it is good."
-Ray
We are getting the 6th pick.
I’m letting you guys know now so you don’t have to worry about tomorrow. Tomorrow is a mere formality.
Grandmaster of the "Never let AnotherStupidSN forget what a Sham-Wow is" Order and Originator of the "Brock Ness Monster".
I bet we do get the 6th pick, but I got a feeling that where going to get the 1st pick.
by Burrito3 on May 17, 2010 11:29 PM PDT up reply actions
2nd pick Aykis. Suck it.
The Sacramento Convergence concept offers Sacramento, the Central Valley, and the State a solution to feasibly construct a new multi-use Entertainment and Sports Complex.
I know you've been working on the reverse jinx
but you also predicted the 4th pick last year and we got it. Don’t scare me Aykis!
"Children want what they want when they want it." ... Andy Sims
#RekeRoY
Yeah. That’s what I thought.
Grandmaster of the "Never let AnotherStupidSN forget what a Sham-Wow is" Order and Originator of the "Brock Ness Monster".
Last year I wasn't going for the pessimism jinx either (which won't work)
I knew we needed to save some scratch, what with the economy and all, so taking Evans at 4 saved the Kings a few million.
Grandmaster of the "Never let AnotherStupidSN forget what a Sham-Wow is" Order and Originator of the "Brock Ness Monster".
Well, I'd be fine with the 4th this time
so let’s save some more money
"Children want what they want when they want it." ... Andy Sims
And you just jinxed us with the 8th pick.
Drewche.
I don't see what's wrong with giving Bobby a little experience before he starts to practise law.
I've accepted it.
I can definitely see us finding a gem at number 6. I don’t know who. I don’t care who. But #6 seems the most likely.
How about we just think we've got the 6th pick
and then, Anything above that, lets be happy?
REALLY?
Like I'm gonna change my signature
C MON!
Won't be anything above that.
Grandmaster of the "Never let AnotherStupidSN forget what a Sham-Wow is" Order and Originator of the "Brock Ness Monster".
Voice of reason.
Worst we can do is 6th? We’ll get 6th. This is basic Kings fan stuff.
A lonely Kings fan in a sea of gold and purple...
Well....knock on wood.
& cross your fingers. That’s my plan.
Gotta Love Your Sacramento Kings!!My Song!...
When they loose?not feelin' the love so much(ich mir..oy vey!)
Since I am a Kings fan
and know from experience that low expectations help ward off disappointment, I am expecting we are going to get the 9th pick. I am also highly superstitious and believe half of you have already jinxed us out of the top 6.
/mildly insane kings fan logic
Tyrefic! Hawesome! Casstastic!....Reke'd, Noc'd, Brock'd, and Greene'd
More than half.
"We're trapped inside the matrix, forced to play our hand. We're filled with so much hatred, the kids don't stand a chance." -- B.o.B. (aka Bobby Ray).
by PhutureKings on May 18, 2010 1:50 AM PDT up reply actions
You know what
With our luck, I’m fully expecting us to get the #6 pick tomorrow night. I don’t know what I’d do if that happened.
"Batting 4th and doing the catching, says here this guy weighs 210 pounds...I'm not buyin it! It's Brian McCann."
by Scott Coleman on May 18, 2010 1:37 AM PDT via mobile reply actions
Oh, you definitely jinxed it.
"We're trapped inside the matrix, forced to play our hand. We're filled with so much hatred, the kids don't stand a chance." -- B.o.B. (aka Bobby Ray).
by PhutureKings on May 18, 2010 1:51 AM PDT up reply actions
be honest
if any team had a 4% chance of getting the 6th pick, who do you think we be the team to get stuck with it?
"Batting 4th and doing the catching, says here this guy weighs 210 pounds...I'm not buyin it! It's Brian McCann."
by Scott Coleman on May 18, 2010 2:00 AM PDT up reply actions
Clippers, Kings, Wolves
But yea I know what u mean..
REALLY?
Like I'm gonna change my signature
C MON!
Thats why i say
Just pretend we already have the 6th pick!
REALLY?
Like I'm gonna change my signature
C MON!
Not the Clippers.
The Clippers are given golden opportunities which are then corrupted and poisoned by their terrible blight of an organization. The curse is real.
A lonely Kings fan in a sea of gold and purple...
I have a question
When is the draft lottery where they pick ping pong balls with numbers on them to determine the picks?
No idea...can somebody research this?
"We're trapped inside the matrix, forced to play our hand. We're filled with so much hatred, the kids don't stand a chance." -- B.o.B. (aka Bobby Ray).
by PhutureKings on May 18, 2010 1:51 AM PDT up reply actions
I feel like the NBA hates us.
I’ve loved our kings since I was 13 years old and I’ve cheered for them, defended them, and almost literally fought for them. Even though I feel like we get fucked by the NBA, I’m always optimistic about our team during the regular season. But, for some gosh darn reason, I have this nasty feeling in my stomach that we’re going to get fucked again by stern and get the 5th or 6th picked.
by Kingsfan_born_in_LA on May 18, 2010 2:15 AM PDT via mobile reply actions
Id call the 6th pick Getting screwed
5th not so much..
REALLY?
Like I'm gonna change my signature
C MON!
Not surprised if we fall down to #6
But I’m also not surprised if GP manages to pick a very good player with whatever pick we’ll get.
Remember, we got Casspi at #23 and Tyreke at #4.
Dunking Dutchman
NUmber 1 pick
The number 1 pick should be selected in terms in skills and talent. King has a good choice with Evans last year.
It's so much more exciting
to be in in the lottery than having a a mediocre team which is bound to lose in the 1st or 2nd round of the playoffs (especially if you have a good GM). I have enjoyed the past few years so much. GO KINGS!
It depends
After the Webber era, we knew the team was slowly dying. I couldn’t wait for us to go down and start rebuilding. That’s why I feel this right now. If we were on Bobcats’, Thunder’s or Bucks’ shoes, I guess I’d choose the playoffs too.
You changed your signature again?
To be the best, you have to do your best. Otherwise, you are only second-rate.
Modified it to more arrested development style
Want me to change it?
REALLY?
Like I'm gonna change my signature
C MON!
No, just asking. I liked your other one, but this one is okay.
To be the best, you have to do your best. Otherwise, you are only second-rate.
Who's John Wall?
Have you checked his ID?
by Smooth Criminal on May 18, 2010 6:56 AM PDT reply actions
No I think his name is John LeBron.
EvilCowtownInc: Screwin Suckaz over since 1985......
No mistakes in the tango, Donna. Not like life. Simple. That's what makes the tango so great. If you make a mistake, and get all tangled up, you just tango on.....
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