What If Portland Drafted Jordan? A Hypothetical Dunk Contest
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Imagine this, folks. The year is 1984. The NBA draft is about to change the course of history. The Portland Trail Blazers, brimming with confidence after a decent season, hold the second overall pick. They're on the clock. The options are clear: Sam Bowie, the injury-prone big man, or Michael Jordan, the high-flying, scoring machine.
The What-If Scenario
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Now, let's dive into the realm of hypotheticals, shall we? What if the Blazers had a crystal ball? What if they saw the future, the Jordan-era Bulls, the six championships, the countless iconic moments? Would they have made a different choice?
Honestly, who knows? Maybe they’d be patting themselves on the back for drafting a franchise cornerstone. Or maybe they'd be nursing a collective case of "what ifs."
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A Dream Team in the Pacific Northwest
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Picture this: Jordan, Clyde Drexler, and Terry Porter on the same team. It's like the Avengers, but with basketballs and way more slam dunks. The Rose Garden would have been a fortress, a place where opponents' hopes and dreams went to die.
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We could spend hours debating the potential dynasties, the record-breaking seasons, and the legendary rivalries that could have been. But let's face it, it's all a pointless exercise. The past is the past, and we can't change it.
The Butterfly Effect
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Think about the ripple effects. If Jordan had been a Blazer, who would the Bulls have drafted? Would they have found another superstar? Would the NBA landscape be drastically different? It’s like trying to untangle a ball of yarn while blindfolded and wearing oven mitts.
Let's just be grateful for the reality we have. The Bulls dynasty, the iconic moments, the Jordan brand. It's a story for the ages. And while it's fun to ponder "what ifs," it's also important to appreciate the magic that unfolded.
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So, What Have We Learned?
- The Portland Trail Blazers made a questionable draft pick in 1984.
- Michael Jordan is, and probably always will be, the GOAT.
- Hypothetical scenarios are fun to think about but ultimately pointless.
- The NBA is a crazy, unpredictable sport.
How To...
- How to handle a "what if" scenario: Embrace the unknown and enjoy the ride.
- How to appreciate basketball greatness: Watch highlights, study the game, and support your favorite team.
- How to avoid becoming a conspiracy theorist: Focus on the present and enjoy the game.
- How to dunk like Michael Jordan: Practice, practice, practice (and be genetically gifted).
- How to accept that the Blazers didn't draft Jordan: Move on and cheer for your team.
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