Ever get into one of those YouTube rabbit holes? That’s how I stumbled into this “Run It Back” episode from Wednesday—Lou Williams and friends talking NBA fans, the so-called “front-runners.” You know, fans who are only there for the good times, like fair-weather friends.
Anyway, Lou kicked things off chatting about Knicks fans. Now, I’m no mega-Knicks-expert, but I’ve seen enough games to feel this: those folks? They’re passionate, and not shy about sharing, let’s say, constructive criticism even when their team’s having an off night. Just ask any bartender near Madison Square Garden.
Then, Lou went on to roast Miami Heat fans—like, seriously, singed them. Said they’re the ultimate “good times only” group. “They only show up when things are going well,” he declared. I’m picturing a smug grin when he said that. Or maybe not, because Lou’s usually pretty chill.
I remember, back in my own old basketball-watching days, when Miami was crushing it, those stands were jam-packed. Playoff time? Forget about it—fans climbing on each other’s shoulders to get in, bellowing like there’s free tacos on the line. But catch the team on a losing streak, and… crickets. It’s like the air conditioning had a power trip and blew everyone out of the arena.
So here we are, smack in the middle of this Heat vs. Chicago Bulls showdown. It’s a story waiting to unfold! And not to throw shade, but the game’s away—up in Chicago. Feel that? That’s the tension of Miami fans putting their faith in flat screens instead of stadium seats.
Win it, and Miami heads back home, brimming with all sorts of playoff adrenaline. It’d be poetic justice for Heat fans to show up in droves and throw it right back in Lou’s face. Is that hope speaking? Perhaps.
Next up? Need to dive into the stats surrounding Tyler Herro—dude’s been on fire these past seven games. But that’s a tale for another time!
