I confess that I might have gone too far in wanting Jimmy Butler over Kevin Durant at the trade deadline. But what else were the Phoenix Suns supposed to do? They were playing like absolute garbage.
Now, they’re on fire. Led by Kevin Durant, who is averaging 40 points in the last two games against the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Milwaukee Bucks. There’s something brewing in Phoenix, and it isn’t just the 90° weather heating up my old Sonic drinks in the cupholders of my car. This Suns team is legit.
I am worried, though. I can’t enjoy it. Well, I am enjoying it a little.
What if something magical happens this postseason? What if a Suns team that is currently on a four-game winning streak catches fire and makes a deep playoff run? What if a championship appearance is in the cards—or even a parade in downtown Phoenix to celebrate the franchise’s first-ever title?
Too early and too much, I know.
What if I’m not invited to the parade because I doubted this team so badly throughout the season? I wish I could enjoy this win streak, but if the Suns actually win a championship, they might call me out, and I’ll be shunned forever!
I might be getting ahead of myself, but this Suns team looks capable of beating just about anyone. In a seven-game series, they could steal a few road victories and pull off an upset. That’s where I am right now. Two weeks ago, I was furious at Durant for not pushing a trade to Golden State for Butler. Now, I’m practically on my knees, begging for forgiveness before my inevitable execution.
But this is why we, as fans, need to know what the hell is going on with the organization at times instead of just guessing. It’s like a mom and dad fighting, then separating, and choosing dad because he’s cooler (Jimmy Butler), only to grow up and realize that mom (Kevin Durant) was the more stable figure in the relationship. If only you had listened to her.
I don’t want to be left outside of the arena because I was wrong.
The reason I bring all of this up is to ask you: Are you worried about any friction if this team wins significant games in the playoffs?
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