Well family, friends and fellow Clevelanders, as much as I hate to say it, the Cavs 07-08 season has drawn to a close. I watched every game, I shared in the good times and took part in the bad and loved every second of it. I hate to see it end this way, but what can one do?
In this blog, I am going to share some of my fondest memories of the 07-08 Cavs season. It was a good one- we lost some players, made some new friends, got more offensive, weathered injuries and so much more.
I remember as far back as the Eastern Conference Finals- seeing the celebration on TV, then climbing the stairs to my room, not being able to contain a smile. I was so happy and so ready for the Finals...
I watched hopefully every night, waiting for the Cavs to bounce back and win the damn thing.
I also never got my wish.
I waited all summer for the new season to begin. Counting down the days till Tuesday, October 9th: our first preseason game. Against Washington if memory serves. I remember getting that "uh oh..." feeling in my stomach as the final seconds counted down to a 62-81 loss.
I blamed it on the fact that my long time favorite, Anderson Varejao, was not on the court. I had watched him since he was but a wee rookie and loved him right away even though I know he is not the best and not the most favored. The underdog no matter where he went.
From the FIBA incedent, to the trade, to the shoulder, to wig day, to every injury, to the day I met him, I was his biggest fan, and always will be.
I remember hoping so badly that he came back to us here in Cleveland, and my prayers being answered, he came in December. I was completley elated to know that he was back.
Now to get him back in shape and back on the court!
For my Christmas gift, I was escorted to the January 2nd game against the Hawks in a limo with a few of my great friends. I smiled at Andy- he smiled back. We had awesome seats to witness that victory. Just fabulous- the greatest gift of all time.
Things went halfway decently until the trade- Andy and Sasha both were out for a while, yeah, but for the most part, things were okay.
I thought for sure that we had made it through the night without getting rid of anyone.
I was way wrong.
I found out right away that we had traded away 6 of our own and got 4 in return. I was very unsure of the whole deal, especialy knowing that we now had no Larry Hughes, Gooden, Marshall and the works. I was almost in tears.
But, one at a time, I warmed up to them. Starting with Wally (can you guess why?) Then Delonte, a lefty writer/artist awesome person like me, and then Joe Smith. I still am not sure about Ben Wallace...
I went to the 2008 auto show to meet Delonte, Andy, Sasha and Devin. That was one of the most fun times in my life. Andy flashed his adorable smile just for me.
Then, after the team melded together, the playoffs began. I was so happy for the Cavs, and so pissed at the Wizards. I remember that the playoffs were brutal last season, but some of these calls were insane.
After six games, we finally advanced past them.
Cleveland has advanced. What more do you need to say?
I knew that Boston would be hell, but I was sure we could do it. "Finals and beyond" was my motto.
I dont know if there is a single man, woman or child Cavs fan who would not agree that the Boston refs are either blind, stupid or paid off. Or all three. Some of those calls were total bunk.
But, you know what? Bear with me. Bear with the Cavs. Next year will be our year to shine. A lot happened this season that was distracting and hard to deal with (trades, injuries, dumb refs...) But next year will be so much better.
You know it will. Our guys played with heart and soul out there. So for now, I leave you with this- never give up, never give in, keep a hope in your heart and a smile on your face, want to win it all and
LETS GO CAVS!
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