Aftermath of the NBA and NHL Playoffs

With the end of the NBA and NHL seasons, some interesting things have happened or brought up as a result. For the NBA, the world continues to hate LeBron James, especially with his comments he made after the Heat lost. His explanation seemed to be that life goes on but it seemed to everyone he was taking a shot at regular people struggling with their own problems. I could see both sides of the argument but it won't matter much anyway. LeBron haters will keep hating while mainstream US society may have their anger lessen for next season with the Triple Heat losing in their first season together.

As for the winners, Mark Cuban suggested not getting rings saying it was cliche. He wanted to give bracelets away instead. Dirk Nowitzki wasn't so keen on the idea and I don't blame him. He wants to be with the elite players that have won a title not a outsider with a silly bracelet. I don't mind Mark Cuban's creativity to try and make this title unique from all others. I just think it should be done in a different way. What about a parade at night with fireworks? That ain't bad. Not lasting though.

As for the NHL ending, Vancouver lost it's mind again. The city rioted when the Canucks lost to the Rangers in 1994 and the city rioted now after losing to the Bruins. Nearly 100 were arrested and almost 150 had to seek medical treatment. Stores and cars got hit hard as well leaving some stores and businesses in ruins. All for a Cup? I understand that Hockey is the national pastime of Canada but cool down, alright. It's not the World Cup. What would have happened if they had won the game? Probably a lot of people gathering anyway but with a more pleasant tone.

Interesting ends to both the NBA and NHL seasons. Of course the NBA is about to enter a rough off season with their CBA agreement expiring and now having to go into labor negotiations that have owners needing for more money and wanting a hard salary cap. If a hard cap comes, the Triple Heat in Miami may be over soon. Here's hoping.