The Valley has a long list of sporting enemies. Somehow, Don Nelson and Larry Riley elude our vitriol.
They were the coach-general manager tandem for the Golden State Warriors in 2009. Together, they backed out of a trade that would’ve brought Stephen Curry to Phoenix, moon-walking their way into our forever lore.
The story isn’t new, but it resonates more than ever.
Curry has blossomed into the most popular athlete in America. He is the most entertaining basketball player since Michael Jordan. Meanwhile, Suns fans are getting open letters from owner Robert Sarver, who is taking the blame for the dumpster fire on Jefferson Street.