Suns ‘a thrill to behold’

I have been an avid Suns fan for 25 years. The Phoenix Suns have become the most exciting NBA team ever. Eastern‑style basketball is a thug war or slow‑mo form. The Suns show what skill and athleticism can be. Every time the Suns were allowed to play five‑on‑five and not five‑on‑eight (referees deciding outcome), it was a thrill to behold.

For a time, I thought the NBA had come alive and the Suns would be allowed to show their ability to all at the NBA Finals, but I was always haunted by the words of Charles Barkley (TNT‑mouth and spokesperson for Commissioner Stern), “The Spurs will be in the Finals. The Spurs are the best team in the NBA because they know how to be champions. They will be the 2007 NBA Champions.”

The outcome of the NBA Finals was decided before the 2006‑2007 NBA season began. Cheap shot Horry was part of the plan because the Suns could not be allowed to win. All the fans of the NBA had to be exposed to the battle of King James vs. Lord Duncan. Just like you, I have boycotted the NBA for the rest of the season and was so pleased that your thoughts are exactly mine. Keep up the good work.

Aggie Paluch
New River