Re: : Who would win

[Alex Wang <awang@mit.edu>]

In fact, Pitino has used this quote on occasion in talking about
conditioning himself. Lombardi is one of his favorite coaches.
It's just a catchy and motivational way of saying, "You're not as 
effective if you're tired so get in shape." 

Hopefully, the Celtics will be one of the best-conditioned teams
in the league this year. In any case, while I may disagree with
the idea of the second unit beating the first, my hope is that
the depth is sufficient to allow Pitino to actually follow through
on his threat to bench any starter that doesn't perform without
essentially forfeiting the game. I think most of us on the list
would like Pitino to discipline certain players occasionally, but
if I were a fan that paid $200 to take my family to a game, I 
would be pretty annoyed if the Celtics had no chance of winning
because Bruce Bowen and Marlon Garnett were starting. This year,
if Antoine, for instance, needs to be benched, you'll probably 
still be able to manage a respectable starting lineup. We did see 
Kenny Anderson disciplined last year but partially, that is because
there was adequate depth.

Alex

> Jim, below is a direct quote from Vince Lombardi:
> 
> "I think good Physical Conditioning is essential to any occupation.  A
> man who is physically fit performs better at any job.  Fatigue makes
> cowards of us all."  
> 
> I think Vince is saying that when a loose ball is on the floor, your mind
> wants to be a hero to get the loose ball.  However, fatigue has set in on
> the body and refuses to move.  Therefore, becoming a coward.  
> 
> Jim, this is a motivational speech that he used to keep his players
> focused upon the value of conditioning.  Lombardi DEMANDED  that his
> players be in tip - top shape. 
> 
>  Talk to any coach or player and ask them about fatigue, once fatigue
> sets in the things that seem so basic become impossible.  A boxer can not
> raise his arms to defend himself, a offensive lineman can not find the
> strength to block, and a basketball player will refuse to block out or
> jump for a rebound.  FATIGUE WILL MAKE YOU A COWARD.
> 
> 
> Greg
> gh18@juno.com