Arms Race Erupts Between Eastern Bloc Superpowers
Sept 7, 2018 23:05:52 GMT
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Post by TimPig on Sept 7, 2018 23:05:52 GMT
Walter Lippman
The Main Board Sim League Public Opinion
The Charlotte Hornets set the world ablaze this year, starting the season with an astonishing 32-3 record that has team president Fectamir Keplachov eyeing the greatest regular season in TMBSL history.
This writer, for one, is old enough to remember when the Hornets were the laughing stock of the league.
In their first six years in TMBSL, the Hornets amassed 17, 20, 19, 27, 27, and 21 wins, respectively.
Yes, you read that correctly.
In just 35 games, the Hornets have already surpassed their organizational record for wins in a single season.
Of course, it's no secret why this team is much better. After an offseason that saw them raid the Soviet satellite state of China for genetically-modified super-prospect Yao Ming which was immediately followed by two under-the-table deals that saw them bring Shareef O'Neal back in to the picture and add point guard Seventh Woods, Vince Carter curiously saw his efficiency skyrocket above his career averages.
The end of Charlotte's dominance on the global stage does not appear to be coming anytime soon as they continue to annex players from small market teams in order to expand their influence, most notably Jalen Brunson from the Sacramento Kings, who has filled in admirably while Woods has been injured. Brunson has also put up (not so) shockingly good numbers since joining Charlotte, who circumvent league-mandated drug testing by simply paying off the league office.
It has been reported by anonymous sources that multiple general managers have adopted a policy of containment when it comes to the Hornets, simply hoping that they can stay afloat while the Hornets roll their way to an inevitable three or more championships.
"I don't see a way to beat Charlotte," lamented Orlando Magic general manager J-son Skrouse. "There is no hope for any of us. We can simply hope that the dynasty only lasts for the next half-decade and not much longer."
As usual, the Hornets front office refused comment for this story. The inner workings of the organization are unknown to the rest of the league, which sees most general managers take a more friendly and convivial approach to diplomatic relations.
However, all hope is not lost, as one general manager has stepped up in the face of all adversity in an effort to not only contain the Charlotte dynasty, but to prevent it.
Day 50 of the 2006 season in The Main Board Sim League 5.0 is one that could change the course of the world.
The Chicago Bulls let it be known that they were prepared to engage in a full on arms race with the Hornets, adding former Defensive Player of the Year Brandon Griner from the Magic and Alex Reese from the Kings, sacrificing veteran big man Stan Haynes and defensive specialist Herb Jones in the process.
"Now is not the time to stand down," commented Bulls general manager Tim Pig through a press release entitled The TimPig Doctrine. "It is the policy of the Chicago Bulls to support league parity and build a contender each and every single year. We ask other noble general managers to join us in this endeavor for the health and future of our league."
It is known that, in addition to Orlando and the Kings, the Minnesota Timberwolves and Portland Trailblazers have already surrendered to the seemingly inevitable reign of the Hornets. Expectations are that many others will stand down prior to the Day 100 trade deadline.
But the Bulls refuse to be a part of that cohort, instead making any and every deal they can to keep up.
Besides Griner and Reese, Nick King departed Orlando for Chicago during the offseason, knowing full well what was at stake in the coming years. Since joining Chicago, he's had his best season to date and currently leads the league in field goal percentage. Incumbent freedom fighters DeAndre Ayton, Antawn Jamison, and Sarunas Jasikevicius remain to round out a starting lineup that got off to a shaky start due to injuries but has since rebounded to compile a 23-10 record, good for fourth in the Eastern Bloc.
The arms race is real. It remains to be seen if enough has been done to prevent the fall of the free world.
The Main Board Sim League Public Opinion
The Charlotte Hornets set the world ablaze this year, starting the season with an astonishing 32-3 record that has team president Fectamir Keplachov eyeing the greatest regular season in TMBSL history.
This writer, for one, is old enough to remember when the Hornets were the laughing stock of the league.
In their first six years in TMBSL, the Hornets amassed 17, 20, 19, 27, 27, and 21 wins, respectively.
Yes, you read that correctly.
In just 35 games, the Hornets have already surpassed their organizational record for wins in a single season.
Of course, it's no secret why this team is much better. After an offseason that saw them raid the Soviet satellite state of China for genetically-modified super-prospect Yao Ming which was immediately followed by two under-the-table deals that saw them bring Shareef O'Neal back in to the picture and add point guard Seventh Woods, Vince Carter curiously saw his efficiency skyrocket above his career averages.
The end of Charlotte's dominance on the global stage does not appear to be coming anytime soon as they continue to annex players from small market teams in order to expand their influence, most notably Jalen Brunson from the Sacramento Kings, who has filled in admirably while Woods has been injured. Brunson has also put up (not so) shockingly good numbers since joining Charlotte, who circumvent league-mandated drug testing by simply paying off the league office.
It has been reported by anonymous sources that multiple general managers have adopted a policy of containment when it comes to the Hornets, simply hoping that they can stay afloat while the Hornets roll their way to an inevitable three or more championships.
"I don't see a way to beat Charlotte," lamented Orlando Magic general manager J-son Skrouse. "There is no hope for any of us. We can simply hope that the dynasty only lasts for the next half-decade and not much longer."
As usual, the Hornets front office refused comment for this story. The inner workings of the organization are unknown to the rest of the league, which sees most general managers take a more friendly and convivial approach to diplomatic relations.
However, all hope is not lost, as one general manager has stepped up in the face of all adversity in an effort to not only contain the Charlotte dynasty, but to prevent it.
Day 50 of the 2006 season in The Main Board Sim League 5.0 is one that could change the course of the world.
The Chicago Bulls let it be known that they were prepared to engage in a full on arms race with the Hornets, adding former Defensive Player of the Year Brandon Griner from the Magic and Alex Reese from the Kings, sacrificing veteran big man Stan Haynes and defensive specialist Herb Jones in the process.
"Now is not the time to stand down," commented Bulls general manager Tim Pig through a press release entitled The TimPig Doctrine. "It is the policy of the Chicago Bulls to support league parity and build a contender each and every single year. We ask other noble general managers to join us in this endeavor for the health and future of our league."
It is known that, in addition to Orlando and the Kings, the Minnesota Timberwolves and Portland Trailblazers have already surrendered to the seemingly inevitable reign of the Hornets. Expectations are that many others will stand down prior to the Day 100 trade deadline.
But the Bulls refuse to be a part of that cohort, instead making any and every deal they can to keep up.
Besides Griner and Reese, Nick King departed Orlando for Chicago during the offseason, knowing full well what was at stake in the coming years. Since joining Chicago, he's had his best season to date and currently leads the league in field goal percentage. Incumbent freedom fighters DeAndre Ayton, Antawn Jamison, and Sarunas Jasikevicius remain to round out a starting lineup that got off to a shaky start due to injuries but has since rebounded to compile a 23-10 record, good for fourth in the Eastern Bloc.
The arms race is real. It remains to be seen if enough has been done to prevent the fall of the free world.
