Similar to the NFL (National Football League) which has been often described as the No Fun League by many players, most notably Chad Ochocinco for being fined time and time again for his touchdown celebrations among other questionable on-field antics, the NBA has gotten a lot less fun and a lot more strict as of late. The league has even gone as far as banning the chewing of straws on an NBA court. A habit that has recently gotten popular in the Dallas Mavericks clubhouse, made famous by the newly acquired Caron Butler. Butler has been seen often chewing on straws during pregame shoot around in Washington where he recently played before being traded, but never has it gotten the popularity and media attention it's received since landing in the big 'D'.
Upon his arrival in Dallas, Butler has not only brought excitement to both Mark Cuban and Mavs fans alike, but he has also brought with him a trend that could be just as dangerous as it is addicting. At least that's what the NBA thinks. After Mavs star Dirk Nowitzki and former Wizards teammate Deshawn Stevenson were seen gnawing on a few straws before a home game in Dallas, the league has taken action. And after a week long debate, officials have decided to outlaw the chewing of straws completely, creating one of the more dumber rules in all of sports if you ask me.
Prior to the NBA Trade Deadline that hit earlier last week, the Dallas Mavericks and Washington Wizards agreed to a deal that would send Josh Howard, Drew Gooden, James Singleton and Quinton Ross to the nation's capital, as Caron Butler, Deshawn Stevenson and Brendan Haywood were all sent Westbound to Dallas. Although it wasn't considered a blockbuster deal, the trade has become somewhat of a boost for the Mavericks, as they've posted a 7-1 record since the trade. But will the addition of Butler be a big enough move to help Dallas compete with the Lakers for the Western Conference tittle? Mark Cuban think so. As for Caron's chewing habit, I suggest he picks up a pack of Stride gum, one stick will be sure to feed his needs all game long.
No comments:
Post a Comment