Knicks and Nuggets Brawl

I'm sure all of you have heard about this, it's not like New York is hard up for press. But if you haven't check out the vid. Couple thoughts...

Why is it when it's the NBA does it become such a big deal? Why does everyone turn the other cheek to baseball, hockey, even Nascar? Is it a deeper problem that no one wants to talk about?

What does 1 have and not the others... yup, "nba thugs". It's appalling. Yes, fans are closer to the action, yes, there are no pads, hats, etc. making it more "real". But the deeper rooted problem may have to do with America, not the nba. The thinly veiled racism is pretty apparant. It at least warrants mentioning. Besides, how many street games have you played in where hard fouls, and showing up an opponent ended up in verbal assults or punches? A couple dozen? More?

There is also the fall out for Melo's street cred. While I'm sure I'm not the expert in who has it and who doesn't... it should be noted, we have no idea why Melo high tailed it up court. I'd venture that most people would do the same. Worrying about the whole team, bench, who knows, leaving that situation doesn't make him bitch in my eyes.

Also BIG time propers for Jared Jefferies for his role. My God, who else would you want having your back? His team mate gets cheap shotted and it takes 4 guys to hold him back from getting his revenge.

ok, and lil nate's body slam was pretty freaking cool too...