One of the three is not comparable to the other
Sports are Not exclusively About the game, as some people argue
My thoughts shift towards the trade of Luka Doni with the L AL akers and my belief that this is all about basketball
The championship ceremony in American sports involves the giving of a trophy to the owner before the players, which is considered an absurd tradition. This ritual is beyond my understanding as a former sports player, and I find it quite perplexing. A group of athletes have spent months (or years) putting their bodies down, creating memories that will be remembered by fans for eternity. Despite the pain and sweat that go with it, who emerges victorious and advances triumphantly over their opponents?. Does it make perfect sense?
Although I can empathize with the notion that ownership is significant, let’s be honest. The World Cup trophy is not awarded to the president of Argentina when they win the tournament. The gold medal in the Olympics is not awarded to Simone Biles, who leads the United States. Owners in America have been elevated to almost divine status. Jerry Jones, looking down at you. The NFL’s most significant asset is your cowboy hat and confident smile
Sports business is seldom associated with sports. The focus is on obtaining money, exerting leverage, engaging in negotiations, and ultimately increasing your leverage to negotiate for more money. A never-ending cycle of capitalism that masquerades as athletic competition
The enigmatic transfer of Luka Doni to the L AL akers is worth mentioning. This move was completely absurd from a basketball standpoint. The press conference held by Mavericks ‘General Manager Nico Harrison was a masterclass in using words and silence to convey his message. He failed spectacularly, if his goal was to explain the trade. I think I comprehended it less after he explained it
A quick meet-and-greet between Luka and Rob Pelinka took place. While Luka’s smile made him shudder, Rob rubbed his thighs in excitement like he was trying to summon a genie. ” Sure, Luka. We totally believe you
To get a good cringe, check out this analysis of their body language. It’s worth your while!
Https: //youtu. Be/a2qDgkI6TQY
As the dust has started to settle, a few intriguing theories have been proposed. It’s important to note that these are hypotheticals. I haven’t read much new information, but after reading some articles and reading tweets, here are my thoughts on the topic
Theory #1: The Supermax Shuffle
Luka was on the verge of signing a $345 million supermax contract with the Mavericks. He is no longer able to receive the trade Https: //bleacherreport. Com/articles/10153150-nba-insider-luka-doncic-ineligible-for-345m-supermax-contract-after-lakers-trade ). What a coincidence. All of a sudden, there are reports that Luka has not been involved in training, has failed to attend sessions, or consumed an excessive amount of hamburgers. Isn’t a burger the epitome of what people refer to as “unprofessional athletic”?
The new Mavericks owners likely pondered the $345 million price tag and concluded that winning was more important than money. ”
Theory #2: The Adelson Gambit
This one’s a bit more out there but stay with me. The Adelson family, who recently bought the Mavericks, is a big player in the gambling industry. Their grand plan involves building a massive entertainment complex in Dallas, complete with casinos, hotels, and probably a Ferris wheel or two. But first, they need the Texas legislature to approve their vision
Here’s where it gets interesting: some analysts think a losing Mavericks team could be used as leverage. If the Adelsons don’t get what they want, they could threaten to move the team to Las Vegas. Nothing says “loyalty to your city, ” like holding your team hostage until you get a new stadium and a gambling license
And let’s not forget, a losing NBA team can still be a cash cow. The Mavericks reportedly pull in around $230 million in revenue annually, according to this Analysis Sure, this is before salaries, arena rental, etc. But these owners aren’t exactly struggling to make ends meet. Even if they break even, they’re still sitting on a franchise worth billions. So, losing games is not a big deal
Which brings me back to the trophy ceremony. Champions should get the trophy and celebrate it. Handing the championship trophy to the owner feels like giving a participation award to someone whose only accomplishment is showing up to the arena on time
On the Margin is a newsletter published by Vladimir Bosanac. I am the Co-founder and Publisher of The Registry, a West Coast-based commercial real estate news organization focused on the commercial real estate industry. I like to write about entrepreneurship, media, and sports. You can learn more about me Here
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