I know bro. Pinewheel's production was absolutely perfect! Adding Roy, especially with the frustration in his voice, was the cherry on top. He should of retired then. Probably would have earned a retired number on our rafters. Same with winning the NBA draft lotto. I know the outcome was terrible, but it was the first time, as a Blazer fan, where I felt like luck was actually on our side. It was a "what if" moment that could have turned this franchise into a legit dynasty. It wasn't something we had to trade for, greatness fell right into our lap.
I understand Chris' pain. I've been a die-hard Blazer fan since I knew what professional basketball was (1990) and the Gang Green Ducks got me on board with college football when I was just nine. While I experienced two titles in 95 (Niners, Braves), I hadn't even hit double-digits in age and neither of those teams can hold a candle to my Rip City/Ducks fandom. I really thought we were going to win it all last night. Just like I thought we had it in the bag right after the 3r quarter of Game 7 ... maybe not that certain, but I was quietly confident that the Ducks were going to bring it home. Heismain. Pac-12 Champs. Rose Bowl Champs (knocking off Florida State and their 29-game winning streak in the process). It just felt right. It felt like OUR time. As we all know, it wasn't. Do I care about sports too much? Yeah, probably. But outside of my family, it's what I live for most. Nothing gets me as excited as sports. There's nothing better than a college football Saturday or a big time Trail Blazers game (especially postseason basketball). I'm about to turn 30 this year and I just want to see one title in my lifetime ... just one. But, like Chris, I'm getting jaded (or probably already there) ... almost always assuming my team won't be on top when it's all said and done. But if I truly felt that way, why would I continue to watch? Go Blazers! Go Ducks!
I waited a long long time for the SF Giants and the Seahawks win championships. I wouldn't have guessed the Seahawks were going to do it in my lifetime. And my love of the Blazers is stronger than those other 2 combined so when the day comes it will be so worth the wait. I also fully believe that is will take the perfect storm to do it. Not because they aren't talented enough but because the NBA might be the hardest league to do it. So right time, match ups, health, etc etc etc.
Funny thing is. I know nothing about college football. I haven't watched a single ducks game in 8 years. Even then.. I went outside and did something else. College sports are boring to me. I watch Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, Water Polo.. Before I'd watch a College football game. Might watch a quarter of a college basketball game if I have nothing better to do.
