B-ballers,
What’s poppin?
Basketball has always been labeled as a “tall man’s game.” Without question, the game has been dominated by the likes of Wilt “The Stilt” Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Shaquille O’Neal, and Hakeem “The Dream” Olajuwon.
But, it’s the little men – like Allen Iverson (The Answer), Damon Stoudamire (Mighty Mouse), Calvin Murphy, Tyrone Boques (Muggsy), and the gravity defying Anthony Webb (Spud) – that have transcended the sport into the global delight we know it as today. Check the stats on the 1986 Slam Dunk Contest. Nuff said.
The intrepid nature of a little man makes a big impact on a “tall man’s game.” A combination of speed hops and determination; my man Frost is nothing less than a game changer. Whether he’s defending the passing lands or pushing the rock in the transition – his speed is a blur.
Nobody catches up with Frost. Feel me? But, you MannofStat speaks the lingo of the little man. So I was able to have a brief sit-down with the youngsta coming up in the Death Row b-ball league.
MannofStat: Frost, what’s good, Dunn?
Frost: I’m good. What’s up wit cha?
MannofStat: I’m waiting on the game tonight. You already know “The Durantula” is gonna give Lebron the bizzness tonight, right?
Frost: No doubt. OKC ain’t playing no games.
Both: (Bump fists)
MannofStat: I feel the same way about your squad, Sky High. I mean, you got E-Smoove back, but losing the King Cobra has to be a devastating blow. How do you plan to keep this team in the race for the chip?
Frost: Losing King Cobra was a major blow to our team. His presence will be missed, but at the same time; one man don’t stop no show. Feel me?
MannofStat: No doubt
Frost: I mean, we have to move on and continue to play and grow as a team. Hopefully we can become solid as a unit. When the King Cobra returns, we can finally play at our highest potential.
MannofStat: You just tallied a career best (25 points), but it resulted in a loss. How do you view that?
Frost: Two ways, MannofStat. First off, I think it shows my improvement as a basketball player. To be able to put up that amount of points against some well rounded players is a testament to that. Secondly, it shows that there is still work to be done. Even though I scored 25, E-Smoove has 20 and Billy-Ho has 19, we still loss a close game. Turnovers and missed foul shots really played a hand in our defeat. As a player, I’ve gotta help correct this if we’re gonna contend for the number one spot.
MannofStat: That’s what’s up. Now, on an individual note: You’ve achieved 2 chips in the last seasons. You were also awarded Most Improved Player and best 6th man honors in that span. What’s left for you to achieve?
Frost: I really don’t know, MannofStat. Copping M.V.P of the scoring title would be cool, but I’m not aiming for it. I mean, if it happens, then it happens. This season started out kind of crazy, but it’s not over yet.
MannofStat: You’re speaking of your ejection from last week’s “Water Session.” Right?
Frost: Yeah man. Right now I’m trying to just focus on keeping my head in the game, and getting Sky High to the championship game. As you said: “2 chips in the last 2 seasons.” I feel like, if I can help get our team there, then I can make it 3 chips in 3 seasons. Feel me?
MannofStat: Like the Spalding rolling off my fingertips, Dunn. Stay chiseled, and the sky is the limit for team Sky High. Ya heard?
Both: (Bump fists).
Much Love,
MannofStat
Copyright © 2012 by Leroy Elwood Mann
Well said bro.
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