Steve Nash hurt, left game

[Tyler]

man, I hope Nash goes out like a bitch the same way Karl Malone dID. You dance with the devil, you deserve to burn IMO.

100% agree

 

[Hoop Head]

I hope his years with the Lakers are embarrasing but I don't wish any injuries on him. Those could affect him long after his playing days are over.

 

[Mainstreet]

He should just retire and take a gig with the Suns in some capacity.

Nash would be an awesome shooting coach when he decides to retire much like Jeff Hornacek.

 

[BC867]

Nash would be an awesome shooting coach when he decides to retire much like Jeff Hornacek.

Steve Nash's ambitions are much more sophisticated than shooting coach. They are to become Mayor of Victoria, BC. Then, ultimately, Prime Minister of Canada. 'Remember the report? I don't believe that the intent was wrong. 'Just the timing.

Nash's long-term goal is eventually to become prime minister of Canada, the country's highest position. To that end, he's entering the Victoria, British Columbia, mayor's race and must almost immediately establish residency to run for office.

Stephen John Nash grew up in Victoria, the capital city of British Columbia, and he remains the city's most famous and well-loved son. Just last year, the University of Victoria awarded him an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree in recognition of his athletic achievements and philanthropic efforts. The race for mayor is a formality. The winner will be Nash in a Canadian avalanche.

http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/2010...-the-phoenix-suns-to-enter-canadian-politics/

 

[Griffin]

man, I hope Nash goes out like a bitch the same way Karl Malone dID. You dance with the devil, you deserve to burn IMO.

Huh? He wanted to stay with the Suns and eventually retire as a Sun and the Suns declined to make an offer. Was he supposed to immediately retire just to appease Suns fans? As far as I recall, Malone didn't want to return to Utah. That is a big difference.

 

[Cheesebeef]

Huh? He wanted to stay with the Suns and eventually retire as a Sun and the Suns declined to make an offer. Was he supposed to immediately retire just to appease Suns fans? As far as I recall, Malone didn't want to return to Utah. That is a big difference.

yeah... he wanted to stay with the Suns... only if they improved their roster enough to try and compete... but STILL wanted 10 million per year, which would have made it impossible for them to improve their roster and compete. In other words... he wanted to leave, he did, he left to play for our biggest rival and I could care less about him at this point.

 

[Griffin]

yeah... he wanted to stay with the Suns... only if they improved their roster enough to try and compete... but STILL wanted 10 million per year, which would have made it impossible for them to improve their roster and compete. In other words... he wanted to leave, he did, he left to play for our biggest rival and I could care less about him at this point.

Dragic makes 7.5M this year, 8.5M with incentives which is what counts against the cap. Nash makes 8.9M. Imo, Nash would have re-signed for the money they gave Dragic and the Suns still would have been able to go after Gordon and add Beasly and Scola. It wasn't about the salary cap. Ultimately, a decision was made to rebuild and invest in Dragic instead. At that point, Nash was free to go play for whoever he chose. And even if the decision to part was mutual, the Suns certainly weren't left standing at the altar, having brought Dragic in for a visit as soon as free agency started without ever making Nash an offer.

I find it really funny how most people here didn't really want Nash back and yet they blame him for choosing to play for the Lakers, as if somehow it was his responsibility to pick a team that Suns fans would be ok with.

 

[Mainstreet]

Dragic makes 7.5M this year, 8.5M with incentives which is what counts against the cap. Nash makes 8.9M. Imo, Nash would have re-signed for the money they gave Dragic and the Suns still would have been able to go after Gordon and add Beasly and Scola. It wasn't about the salary cap. Ultimately, a decision was made to rebuild and invest in Dragic instead. At that point, Nash was free to go play for whoever he chose. And even if the decision to part was mutual, the Suns certainly weren't left standing at the altar, having brought Dragic in for a visit as soon as free agency started without ever making Nash an offer.

I find it really funny how most people here didn't really want Nash back and yet they blame him for choosing to play for the Lakers, as if somehow it was his responsibility to pick a team that Suns fans would be ok with.

The problem I see with keeping Nash was he wanted a significant dollar amount when he was clearly part of the past and not the future with the Suns. I'd be all for bringing Nash back after his contract is over with the Lakers for a minimum salary so he could retire a Sun. Looking back, the Suns and Nash should have parted ways when Amare left.

 

[Mainstreet]

Also I'd like Amare to finish his career with the Suns much like Nash for a minimum type salary figure.

 

[SirStefan32]

Dragic makes 7.5M this year, 8.5M with incentives which is what counts against the cap. Nash makes 8.9M. Imo, Nash would have re-signed for the money they gave Dragic and the Suns still would have been able to go after Gordon and add Beasly and Scola. It wasn't about the salary cap. Ultimately, a decision was made to rebuild and invest in Dragic instead. At that point, Nash was free to go play for whoever he chose. And even if the decision to part was mutual, the Suns certainly weren't left standing at the altar, having brought Dragic in for a visit as soon as free agency started without ever making Nash an offer.

I find it really funny how most people here didn't really want Nash back and yet they blame him for choosing to play for the Lakers, as if somehow it was his responsibility to pick a team that Suns fans would be ok with.

I don't understand it either. Nash acted with class and dignity when he was in Phoenix. Not once did he even mention a trade or leaving Phoenix.
He became a free agent and chose to sign with LA. (Yes, I know, technically he was traded.) As far as I am concerned, Nash left on great terms, and I would welcome him back with open arms (as long as he is not playing.)

 

[Cheesebeef]

Dragic makes 7.5M this year, 8.5M with incentives which is what counts against the cap. Nash makes 8.9M. Imo, Nash would have re-signed for the money they gave Dragic and the Suns still would have been able to go after Gordon and add Beasly and Scola. It wasn't about the salary cap. Ultimately, a decision was made to rebuild and invest in Dragic instead. At that point, Nash was free to go play for whoever he chose. And even if the decision to part was mutual, the Suns certainly weren't left standing at the altar, having brought Dragic in for a visit as soon as free agency started without ever making Nash an offer.

I find it really funny how most people here didn't really want Nash back and yet they blame him for choosing to play for the Lakers, as if somehow it was his responsibility to pick a team that Suns fans would be ok with.

you go play with your sworn enemy and the yankees of basketball and you're gonna get criticism from me.

 

[Cheesebeef]

I don't understand it either. Nash acted with class and dignity when he was in Phoenix. Not once did he even mention a trade or leaving Phoenix.
He became a free agent and chose to sign with LA. (Yes, I know, technically he was traded.) As far as I am concerned, Nash left on great terms, and I would welcome him back with open arms (as long as he is not playing.)

he's a laker and that means i wish for him and his team to be awful. just the kinda fan i am. criticize if you want... i don't really care.

 

[Lorenzo]

he's a laker and that means i wish for him and his team to be awful. just the kinda fan i am. criticize if you want... i don't really care.

I'm with you. even when steve left dallas for phoenix(and I happened to move from dallas to phx that same year lol) it took me a while to like nash again. but nevertheless going to the lakers really sucks. I can't cheer for him at all now. I was a little happy for michael finley when he won a ring, but the fact that it was with the spurs made me cringe. it's just a weird circumstance especially when you consider how much nash personally did not like the lakers.

 

[BC867]

I find it really funny how most people here didn't really want Nash back and yet they blame him for choosing to play for the Lakers, as if somehow it was his responsibility to pick a team that Suns fans would be ok with.

Steve's stamina could no longer hold up during stretch drives (or beyond). Because of his unique skills -- great Point Guard skills -- no one else could emulate his game on the court. It was a negative situation for any Point Guard who tried.

I think it is safe to say that most Suns fans love what Steve did for us while he was at his peak. But it was time for him to move on. When he retires from the NBA, I hope the Suns don't delay naming him to our Ring of Honor. Just as Gonzo's number is now the first number retired with the Dbacks, despite the hard feelings with Ken Kendricks.

 

[JCSunsfan]

Dragic makes 7.5M this year, 8.5M with incentives which is what counts against the cap. Nash makes 8.9M. Imo, Nash would have re-signed for the money they gave Dragic and the Suns still would have been able to go after Gordon and add Beasly and Scola. It wasn't about the salary cap. Ultimately, a decision was made to rebuild and invest in Dragic instead. At that point, Nash was free to go play for whoever he chose. And even if the decision to part was mutual, the Suns certainly weren't left standing at the altar, having brought Dragic in for a visit as soon as free agency started without ever making Nash an offer.

I find it really funny how most people here didn't really want Nash back and yet they blame him for choosing to play for the Lakers, as if somehow it was his responsibility to pick a team that Suns fans would be ok with.

It doesn't matter how Nash became a Laker. He's still a Laker and therefore, he is the enemy.