May 9, 1996
"Although I was hoping to be the first to mention it, nonetheless I want to
start a groundswell movement to pick up Steve Nash with the 14th pick in the
upcoming NBA draft. Although an underclassman may have more potential as an
athlete, I'm all for picking up a player with a little more maturity. Nash
is 6'3", plays point guard, and can score in bunches. Although I don't want
people to think he's Randy Brown, he should be able to fill that void created
by Brown's departure. And the prospect of educating a young player for three
years and then watch him demand huge dollars (and/or possibly leave for same)
before they reach their prime sickens me. Nash (or any good available senior)
would certainly be the best choice in my opinion...