NBA in OKC website (Oklahoma City, Okay: live, sports, people)

[Synopsis]

Oh, I'll be rooting for the team and think that the "OkC" name is the best. It simply sounds better.

My only beef with the name thing was that the Mayor should have let the owner announce the name after a respectful delay of perhaps a day or so and not jumped on it so quickly. It just would have shown more class. But I suppose if you or I had worked as hard as him to get the team there we might've done the same thing. Either way, it's water under the bridge to me; I'll support the team big time.

I sure wish they'd announce the name and new logo soon!

[Synopsis]

Originally Posted by happytown

Ya of course! I dont know why they are taking so long to throw out the name. Hopefully they will figure it out before the debut at the BOK center.

What would be neat is if they'd play one or two games a year at the BOK; kind of the way the Packers play in Milwaukee ever so often. Since the NBA plays so many more games than the NFL, 2 or even 3 games a year at the BOK wouldn't be taking much away from ticket sales in OkC. And I think the biggest factor would be to bring the two cities together and shore up an even bigger fan base.

[colleeng47]

Originally Posted by Synopsis

Oh, I'll be rooting for the team and think that the "OkC" name is the best. It simply sounds better.

My only beef with the name thing was that the Mayor should have let the owner announce the name after a respectful delay of perhaps a day or so and not jumped on it so quickly. It just would have shown more class. But I suppose if you or I had worked as hard as him to get the team there we might've done the same thing. Either way, it's water under the bridge to me; I'll support the team big time.

I sure wish they'd announce the name and new logo soon!

It's been so long since the announcement that the team was coming to OKC, it's almost embarrassing that they still don't have an "official" name.

[Hallway]

Originally Posted by happytown

If they are called the Barons I would be happy, but with the energy crisis right now it would **** off a lot of people. I hope you root for the team. I do consider it a team that should be celebrated by all of Oklahoma. When T-Town gets that NHL or MLS team (like I tell my buds from Tulsa) I will be visiting more often!

That statement is ridiculous. If they were called Indians, it would tick off the liberals. If they were called the Angels, it would tick off the Atheists. If it was named after any bird, it would tick off Dogs.

In short, all of this this name or that name will tick off whomever is asinine. The "energy crisis" (as you worded it) will subside. They always do. 50 years from now, very few people living today will remember all of the comments about the name. If you want to avoid certain names, then nearly every team name in every league would need to be changed.

Get real, people.

[colleeng47]

It's always so nice to hear from you, Hallway

[Hallway]

Originally Posted by colleeng47

It's always so nice to hear from you, Hallway

My pleasure.

[Goodpasture]

maybe they could call them the "Not Texans"

[Synopsis]

Originally Posted by Hallway

That statement is ridiculous. If they were called Indians, it would tick off the liberals. If they were called the Angels, it would tick off the Atheists. If it was named after any bird, it would tick off Dogs.

In short, all of this this name or that name will tick off whomever is asinine. The "energy crisis" (as you worded it) will subside. They always do. 50 years from now, very few people living today will remember all of the comments about the name. If you want to avoid certain names, then nearly every team name in every league would need to be changed.

Get real, people.

Maybe we can call them the Hallways and they'd win games by p*ssing and moaning the other team into defeat.

[happytown]

Originally Posted by Synopsis

What would be neat is if they'd play one or two games a year at the BOK; kind of the way the Packers play in Milwaukee ever so often. Since the NBA plays so many more games than the NFL, 2 or even 3 games a year at the BOK wouldn't be taking much away from ticket sales in OkC. And I think the biggest factor would be to bring the two cities together and shore up an even bigger fan base.

Yeah, I think after this year they will play at least a couple of regular season games in Tulsa and also a couple of pre-season games. I am actually thinking the team should be called the Oklahoma United or Pride. We all pick from the same tomato vine! On that note...Hows everyones tomatos doing this year? I know its been pretty hot. I have had some weird ones develop! Deformed and stuff. Really strange!

Colleen- The name of the team will be revealed in the next week. I dont know why they have taken so long! Anyway...They are so silly. Everyone knows it will be called the thunder.

Hallway- Take a chill pill. Many have noted that calling the team the Barons would cause trouble. This is the NBA, which is international and Stern likes to keep away from the drama. Remember the team was bought by oil barons (to make it even worse). To give you an example, the Washington Wizards were formerly the Bullets!

"The Wizards moved to the MCI Center (now named Verizon Center) in 1997.In 1995, owner Abe Pollin announced that the franchise was to be renamed because Bullets carried violent overtones, which he wanted to repudiate,[1] especially since Washington was experiencing some of the highest homicide rates in the country at the time".

[Hallway]

This is a list of every major league franchise in the "big four." Yes, some of the reasons I stated sound far fetched, however, think about what comments I made. I am trying to prove a point. The point that nearly every name can be offensive to someone or some group of people. (sorry about the "center, center" etc)

Major League Baseball

Baltimore Orioles-A bird. This might tick off the people that don’t like birds
Boston Red Sox-A “Red” is a derogatory term for communist. It could tick off the liberals
Chicago White Sox-Using the word “white” could tick off the people who are prejudice against white people
Cleveland Indians-The name Indians ticks off the liberals
Detroit Tigers-Tiger is a violent animal. This could tick off the over sensitive people
Kansas City Royals-The word “Royal” denotes high brow people. Could tick off the “common” person
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Angels could tick off the atheists
Minnesota Twins-One of the few that is probably safe
New York Yankees-Yankee is used by a lot of southerners as a derogatory term. Could tick off southerners
Oakland Athletics-A lot of people look at an athlete as self centered. Could tick off “common” people. A’s would be safe
Tampa Bay Rays-Formerly known as Devil Rays. The team will be thought of as Devil Rays for a long time. Denotes Devil worship
Texas Rangers-Named for the law enforcement agency. People who do not like Texas will be offended
Toronto Blue JaysSee Baltimore
Arizona Diamondbacks-A rattlesnake, which is deadly. Can tick off over sensitive people
Atlanta Braves-Brave is an Indian that has yet to reach manhood. Can tick off the liberals
Chicago Cubs-A cub is a young bear. Can tick off the people who do not like “cute” names
Cincinnati Reds-See Boston. Although the Reds were originally the Redlegs, still applies
Colorado Rockies-Can tick off the people who can not stand Mountain regions.
Florida Marlins-A Marlin is a dangerous fish. Can tick off overly sensitive people
Houston Astros-Can tick off people who think NASA is a waste of money
Los Angeles Dodgers-Dodging bullets (the name came from dodging cable cars in early Brooklyn). Can tick off overly sensitive people
Milwaukee Brewers-Can tick off “Christians” because a brewery manufactures alcoholic beverages
Philadelphia Phillies-Can tick off people that think a “Philly” is a derogatory term for a native of Philadelphia.[
Pittsburgh Pirates-A pirate was a violent person and today steals things such as copyrighted music
San Diego Padres-Can tick off people that do not like people of Spanish decent
San Francisco Giants-Giant is a derogatory term for a very tall person. Can tick off the overly sensitive
St. Louis Cardinals-Although a bird, a Cardinal is also a rank of Catholic priesthood. Can tick off people who do not like Catholics.Washington Nationals-A national was a derogatory term for a communist. Can tick off the liberals.

NBA

Atlanta Hawks-A hawk is a dangerous bird. Can tick off overly sensitive people.
Boston Celtics-Probably safe
Charlotte Bobcats-A bobcat is a dangerous animal. See Atlanta.
Chicago Bulls-A bull can be dangerous. Again, see Atlanta.
Cleveland Cavaliers-A “cavalier person” is somewhat arrogant. Can tick off “common” people.
Dallas Mavericks-A Maverick has numerous meanings. Can tick off people who don’t like western things.
Detroit Pistons-Can be suggestive, therefore ticking off the “Christians."
Denver Nuggets-A “nugget” is gold, therefore, money. Can denote wealth and greed.
Golden State Warriors-A warrior was a fighting Indian. Can tick off the overly sensitive people.
Houston Rockets-See Houston Astros.
Indiana Pacers-Pacing ones self can be taken as lazy.
Los Angeles Clippers-Clipping someone can be an act of violence
Los Angeles Lakers-It has been suggested Los Angeles is not known for lakes
Memphis Grizzlies-A grizzly bear is highly dangerous. Can tick off overly sensitive people.
Miami Heat-Can be suggestive
Milwaukee Bucks-A buck is slang for money. Can tick off people who don’t like wealthy people.Minnesot
a Timberwolves-A timberwolf is a dangerous animal. See Atlanta.
New Orleans Hornets-A hornet is a stinging insect. Can tick off overly sensitive people.
New York Knickerbockers-(AKA: Knicks) Some have asked what a knickerbocker is
Oklahoma City Thunder-Has been suggested this name is minor league
Orlando Magic- Can tick off “Christians” because magic denotes wiccan
Philadelphia 76ers-Some have balked about numerical names.
Phoenix Suns-Can tick off people who don’t like “sun worshipers."
Portland Trailblazers-A “blaze” is a fire. Can be taken as violent
Sacramento Kings-Same as Royals.
San Antonio Spurs-Can be taken as too western
Toronto Raptors-Has been called “hokey.” Also can be taken as having been violent.
Utah Jazz-Has been said Utah is not known for jazz music.
Washington Wizards-See Orlando.

NHL

Anaheim Ducks-Can be taken as “hokey."
Atlanta Thrashers-Although a bird, a thrashing is a beating, therefore can tick off overly sensitive people.
Boston Bruins-Can not think of anything, however, I am sure this is something
Buffalo Sabres-A sabre is a sword, therefore a weapon. Can tick off the overly sensitive.
Calgary Flames-A flame is a fire and also a derogatory term. Therefore, can tick off liberals and overly sensitive people
Carolina Hurricanes-A hurricane is a violent storm. Again, ticking off overly sensitive people.
Chicago Blackhawks-A Blackhawk is an Indian tribe. Ticks off the liberals.
Colorado Avalanche-A violent reaction similar to a mudslide. Can be fatal. Again, the overly sensitive.
Columbus Blue Jackets-Since Navy personnel wear blue jackets, can tick off liberals who refuse to accept the fact our military are protecting their safety and freedom
Dallas Stars-Stars can be taken as mystic. Also can tick off the people who think all “stars” are self centered rude people
Detroit Redwings-See Boston Red Sox
Edmonton Oilers-Same excuse (different than a reason) some do not like Barons.
Florida Panthers-Could be taken as Black Panthers. Plus a Panther is a violent animal.
Los Angeles Kings-See Royals.
Minnesota Wild-Can be taken as a “wild person.” Therefore, ticking off the “Christians."
Montréal Canadians-Can tick off people who do not like Canada
Nashville Predators-A predator in today’s society, is taken as a child molester.
New Jersey Devils-Can tick off the “Christians” due to devil worship
New York Islanders-probably safe
New York Rangers-Similar reason (really excuse) as Columbus
Ottawa Senators-Can tick off people who think all politicians are crooks. (stereotype, by the way)
Philadelphia flyers-Can be taken as high on drugs. Can tick off the “Christians.”
Phoenix Coyotes-A coyote is a dangerous animal. Again, ticking off the overly sensitive
Pittsburgh Penguins-Can be taken as a “cutesy” name
San Jose Sharks-Again, a dangerous animal, ticking off the overly sensitive
St. Louis Blues-Blue is a term for comedy with cussing, and also a term for depression. Can tick off “Christians,” and overly sensitive.
Tampa Bay Lightning-See Oklahoma City Thunder
Toronto Maple Leafs-See Canadians.
Vancouver Canucks-Not sure. May be what is a canuck
Washington Capitals-See Senators

NFL

Baltimore Ravens-A raven is a dangerous bird, plus a scary story by Edgar Allen Poe. Can tick off “Christians” and overly sensitive.
Cincinnati Bengals-A Bengal tiger is a dangerous animal see Ravens.
Cleveland Browns-Brown can be taken as a derogatory term
Pittsburgh Steelers-Although spelled differently, steeler (stealer) can be taken as someone who is a criminal.
Houston Texans-Can tick off people who do not like Texas
[Indianapolis Colts-Will be associated with Baltimore for decades. Plus, can tick off the people who do not like animals
Jacksonville Jaguars-A jaguar is a dangerous animal. See Ravens
Buffalo Bills- “Buffalo” Bill Cody was a western legend. Can tick off people who do not like this kind of history
Miami Dolphins-A dolphin is a gentle animal. Can be seen as “cutesy.”
New England Patriots-Although named after the American Revolutionary soldiers, can be taken as patriot missile, thus ticking off the liberals who will not accept that our military is protecting their safety and freedom.
New York Jets-Probably safe
Denver Broncos- Same as Colts except for the Baltimore connection
Kansas City Chiefs-Can tick off the liberals due to Indian Chief
Oakland Raiders-The Raiders logo is associated with gang bangers. Also can tick off the overly sensitive due to drug raids.[/SIZE]
San Diego Chargers-Can tick off the overly sensitive due to charging someone
Chicago Bears-A bear is a dangerous animal. See Ravens.
Carolina Panthers-See Florida Panthers.
New Orleans Saints-Can tick off the anti catholic people
Tampa Bay Buccaneers-A buccaneer is a pirate, who was a violent person. Can tick off the overly sensitive.
Dallas Cowboys-Can tick off the people who do not like “rednecks,” AKA; southerners
New York Giants-Same as San Francisco Giants
Philadelphia Eagles-Can tick off the not patriotic people. Plus an Eagle is a violent animal
San Francisco 49ers-See 76ers
Seattle Seahawk-May be a violent animal.
St. Louis Rams-Ramming into someone. Can tick off overly sensitive.
Detroit Lions-A lion is a violent animal;
Minnesota Vikings-A Viking can be a derogatory term for a Scandinavian person. Also they were violent.
Green Bay Packers-Packer can be a derogatory term. Can tick off both liberals and “Christians."
Arizona Cardinals-See St. Louis Cardinals.
Washington Redskins-Can be called a dergatory term.