Balance is a necessary element of sports on and off the field. Basketball players utilize it to pull of
jaw dropping moves. Front office employees need it to create the right team chemistry. Commissioners
must enforce it to keep an equal playing field. Due to the emerging trend of super teams the once
peaceful equal playing field, is now threatened.
Throughout NBA history star players have aligned in hopes of winning a championship. The
relocation of teams into smaller T.V markets has made the league more vulnerable to star players
teaming up. Front offices are starting to catch up to the trend demanding key pieces in a trade, instead
of letting players walk for free. The infamous “The Decision" T.V special fueled the fire that combusted
the NBA.
A trio of emerging superstars led the deep 2003 NBA draft. A bright promising future appeared to
exist in pro basketball. Year’s later Dwayne Wade was the only player who was content with staying
put. Carmelo Anthony became the first example of front offices, demanding a blockbuster trade in
return for their star player. Will Kevin Durant put a halt to the dangerous trend?
David Stern must come up with a system to create a more equal playing field. Front office
employees need to do a better job building around their star players. The infamous super team trend
needs to be squashed. Star players need to be more patient with their situations. Balance is the only
way to save the NBA.
Part II
Since Allen Iverson emerged on the pro basketball scene a loyal fan base has continued to support
him. Major financial problems have impacted his legacy. A potential return to the NBA has been
mentioned numerous times. Iverson taking his talents to south beach will allow him to cement his
legacy.
The Miami Heat has been able to build around the big three by acquiring aging star players. Depth is
the key to multiple title runs. An additional point guard would bolster an already deep Miami roster.
Allen Iverson has the ability to be a spark plug off the bench.
Financial woes have haunted Iverson and forced him to louse properties and go bankrupt. Playing
on the same team as some of the biggest sports stars, on the planet will allow him to generate money.
Playing for a championship contender will make him even more lucrative. NBA fans still show support
for Allen Iverson despite his absence from pro basketball.
Rebook has announced it will reintroduce his Question Mid shoes on May 25. 2k13 features the
Allen Iverson led 2001 Philadelphia 76ers. NBA fans still wear his name on their back. A champion
ring would cement Iverson’s legacy.
Key star players would allow Allen Iverson to play a role on a champion contending team. An NBA
contract and potential endorsement deals would help his financial woes. A loyal fanbase would
continue to support him. If Allen Iverson wants to complete his legacy he must take his talents to south
beach.
Part III
Air Jordan Helped Accent Basketball Video Games
In 1989 Jordan made his first video game appearance staring in the NES game Jordan Vs Bird one on
one. Years later he stared in the most advanced basketball game to date NBA 2k13. Basketball video
games have changed throughout history. 2k sports similar to Michael Jordan has helped the basketball
video game industry evolve.
Over the years basketball video games have evolved. New technology allows game play to appear
more realistic. Online capabilities give players the opportunities to compete against one and other. 2k
sports has emerged as the leader of this competitive market.
NBA players throughout history are pitted against one another on a virtual stage. The newer high
definition graphics create a surreal experience. 2k sports has been able to take advantage of its presence
to recruit NBA legends. Old basketball games have been recreated thanks to a large collectors market.
NBA jam is one of the most recent examples of a classic basketball game that has been reborn with
modern technology. Backwards compatibility allows fans to play old basketball games on modern
consoles. Features on current sports games like 2k share allow fans to download, rosters from different
years. Michael Jordan symbolizes the evolution of basketball video games.
Over the years basketball video games have evolved. New technology allows game play to appear
more realistic. Online capabilities give players the opportunities to compete against one and other. 2k
sports has emerged as the leader of this competitive market.
Like this piece, but I don't think they can level the playing field. I mean, you can only make rules in terms of limiting big contracts or what the salary cap is, but you really cannot decide where a player must go or limit his options. That is his right.
ReplyDeleteDo you think David Stern wants to limit big All-Star loaded teams like the Lakers and Heat? No. It rises up the league's popularity.
It is just too bad that basketball isn't about playing the game anymore, and it is just about money. Remember the days or Dr. J, Magic, Bird, and Jordan? They would never leave their teams to team up with other rivals anywhere else. They played for the competition.