Bowling With The Sixers

Last night the Sixers had an event for half-season ticket holders and I went over with my buddy. It was a lot of fun as they had Cheeks, Carney, Miller, Booth, and Stefanski there along with some other assistant coaches. I would not have done my duty without talking to Stefanski about our upcoming offseason. He informed us that no matter what we sign Iguodala to, we have $11 million to use for free agency and that figure is pretty static. Since Andre is our player and we retain his rights, we do not lose out by paying him more. He did say, however, that he will not spend the money just to spend it. Something beneficial has to cause us to use it. Overall he was very happy with the success of the team and the mounting excitement as we head toward the playoffs. Cheeks entered the building and drew the most overall attention with everyone, including myself, wanting a picture.

He didn't stay long but he thanked everyone for coming out and of course for supporting the Sixers when everyone thought they wouldn't be anything this year.

I chatted with Carney about his growing role on the team and he was looking forward to the game tonight because he'll get more minutes since Phoenix likes to run as well. He was a cool guy and put up with people joking around that Texas will knock off his Memphis Tigers if they line up this weekend.

I found Miller sitting down after taking a break from bowling to grab some food and watch the UNC game. I wasn't wanting to bother him but he motioned us to come over and we chatted with him for a bit. I asked him what his favorite game has been this year and he couldn't name one specifically. I told him we love the work he does as the floor general and were happy the trade has turned out like it has so far.

One more interesting thing I heard from one of the sales people was that Thaddeus Young's work ethic is through the roof. They said that Cheeks has commented that Young is one of the hardest working young guys he's ever seen. I know it's his job, but I respect a rookie busting his tail and trying to make himself and his team better as soon as possible. Finally, everyone was excited about the game tonight and they apparently started selling balcony seats because it's already sold out. Let's hope for another great game.