An A and B Conversation

Well it's Sunday and all across the country b-ballers are getting ready to hit the parks and rec centers for an afternoon of hoops. This is by far the biggest day of the week for ballin'. Unfortunately it's about 104 degrees here and that means the really good games won't start until much later in the day. But still you'd be surprised how many folks will venture out onto the courts as early as three or four o'clock in the heat of the day. In some areas they'll probably even be there as early as two; and of course, if you're playing indoors it really doesn't matter.

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One thing about indoor ball though; it just doesn't have the same feel as toughing it out on the pavement in the blistering summer sun. Don't get me wrong, it's nice in it's own way and has it's obvious advantages but in my opinion the best basketball happens out on the pavement and generally in weather that is uncomfortably hot. After awhile it feels more like a struggle for survival than a recreational activity but there's something strangely relaxing about it.

Whether or not I hit the courts this afternoon still remains in question. The day is filling up quickly but I hope to make it to the courts this evening. This is a large metropolitan area and there are dozens of places to find a game but to stay pretty close to home I usually show up at one of two parks. One place is always sure to be packed and sure to have the best players. That's where you go and bring your A-game...especially if you stand out in the crowd a little bit for being a bit lighter skinned than everybody else. The other place is more laid back and I'll generally be the best on the court. (Not bragging, just a fact.)

Either spot can be fun depending on how you feel. We'll see if and where I end hoopin today. Honestly it's looking more like a B-game day for me.

Bringing your "B" game to the "A" level park can be embarrasing but bringing your "A" game to the "B" level park can make you feel like Michael Jordan. What to do, what to do....