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jean's avatar

Very well written, Dan. The playing by these very talented athletes should be the focus because it certainly bring me joy and admiration.

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Mary C. McCarthy's avatar

Totally agree with you Dan. Lucky to see the game and knew that foul would become "the" talking point. Media plays to the low denominator. There was much more to the game than that foul. Fever team work was "the" story.

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Carole Bodin's avatar

These two women actually like and respect one another in real life

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Daniel P. Finney's avatar

Larry Bird and Magic Johnson like and respect each other, but they’ve competed fiercely for a decade. I just don’t like the idea that the only way we can cover women’s sports is if we turn it into a drama competition instead of actual sport competition.

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Tory Brecht's avatar

Dan, but not on this one.

Has Bird-Magic vibes and helps bring eyeballs.

I think CC and Reese actually respect each other, like Larry and Magic.

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Daniel P. Finney's avatar

I think it plays on gender and racial stereotypes to get people to rage click and share. I see where you’re coming from, but this seems creepier than Bird vs. Magic.

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Lyle Muller's avatar

Boom. Well stated.

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