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  1. Strenuus

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    I appreciate the response... I guess I just don't understand how the basic evolution in all of us makes us want to sit around and watch OTHER people do it, you know?

    It feels like a part of the movie 'idiocracy' where we are entertained by others beating each other up. I know they had gladiator stuff... but, I don't know... I understand the psychology of it, but I'm just surprised it's as big as it is for as openly violent it is.

    I also find it ironic that the WWE toned itself down and it's fake because people thought it was too violent, to then make the UFC/MMA as big as it is, and that's all real. Seems kinda hypocritical... especially if it's supposed to be one of our inherent reactions to fight. (I must have missed that inherent quality, by the way.)
     
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    JFizzleRaider Yeast Lords Global Moderator

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    Yes. Hence why i said i grew up. Wwe was no longer interesting to me.
     
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    JFizzleRaider Yeast Lords Global Moderator

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    Thats one reason mma is so awesome. Will the wrestler beat the striker and impose his will? Will the grappler control the wrestler? Will the brazillian jiu jitsu practitioner submit the wrestler from his back?

    Lots of strategy involved.
     
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    THE HCP NorthEastPortland'sFinest

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    Bro mid 90s when weren't doing shit with guys like Robert Pack....... NEVER missed a game. That's my team. Didn't get into the business til 99
     
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    Natebishop3 Don't tread on me!

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    Those 90's teams were NEVER as bad as it was in the mid 2000s. Not even close.

    Also, add in the whole Jail Blazers thing, the horrible front office that we had, and the fact that many people felt like the NBA is rigged, and... well..... you'll see a drop in support.
     
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    Speaking of WWF, Dame was a HUGE fan growing up. Have heard him talking about it on the sidelines.....knows everybody names and trademark moves and sayings. It's hilarious!
     
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    THE HCP NorthEastPortland'sFinest

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    Just don't get it. I'd watch no matter what.
     
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    Natebishop3 Don't tread on me!

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    Sometimes there are factors outside of what's happening on the court. It's still a business.

    I was a massive 49ers fan growing up. I fucking hate Jed York. I have a really difficult time supporting that organization. It's not just about the sport. Sometimes it's about supporting the horrible people in charge. Not saying that Paul is horrible, but I really disliked Steve Patterson. A lot of fans didn't want to support criminals. That's their prerogative.
     
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    Please set up an interview with him for me. I'll be in my mom's basement.
     
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    Just found my stash of all the 2012-13 wins. Watching Lillard's first regular season game against the Lakers. Just nailed a deep three.
     
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    Alright you're hosting the next S2 gathering!
     
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    My man just sent me this......

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    Legalized street fighting.

    Need I say more?
     
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    PDXFonz I’m listening

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    LOL, did anyone catch McGowan on TB court side tonight? Said he's taken a week long break from Twitter, implores fans to be nicer on social media. I haven't checked tweets at him but I imagine the dude has been getting roasted.

    Also Dale Osbourne struggled to pronounce "Connaughton", never a good sign when the asst. coach doesn't know how to say your last name...
     
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    I'm surprised McGowan knows the team has fans...
     
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    He knows. He just doesn't give a shit about them
     
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    I like boxing, but otherwise agree. But still, I thought no personal attacks??
     
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    Hurtful
     
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    The DVR service is one of those you don't think you need but you really do.
     
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