Larry Hughes Needs Media Training
“They wanted me to sacrifice things so we could win.”
That’s the money quote form Larry Hughes about his time with the Cavs. Coincidentally, it’s also how I felt about my little league baseball coach.
Hughes’ most obvious deviation from standard athlete-speak is his declaration that it’s not worth sacrificing certain things to win. You know what, I’ll let that slide. What’s the point in winning if you’re not having fun?
What’s alarming about the quote is that Hughes seems to have been unaware of Lebron James’ presence on the roster. He really didn’t expect to make sacrifices? He thought Lebron would be the one deferring to him? Hughes was obviously confused when he signed that $65 million contract. Now the only thing for him to be confused by is Joakim Noah’s locker room hygiene routines.
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