Offside Chat Archives (2014-2021)

Michael will always be my absolute favorite F1 driver. The guy was pure grit. He joined Senna's team and just outpaced him effortlessly. When Senna actually asked him how he was doing it, Michael basically told him straight up that he just had more balls. 🤣

Takoder, he’s the only driver who ever truly made Schumacher nervous on the track. With everyone else, Schumacher would play dirty—crashing into them or forcing them out just to secure a title—but against this guy, he was powerless. It’s such a shame Michael retired when he did. Maybe he just lost his edge, but if he’d stayed in the seat a little longer, I’m certain Schumi would have ended up with one less championship under his belt.

That German jerk was always a total dirty player on the track.

Anthony Wright30 said:I remember feeling quite nostalgic back when we used to head out after school to watch Ayus play. 🤣

I am fairly certain that before his arrival, teams like Split and Boston were struggling with something like sixteen consecutive losses, which led to headlines in the SD claiming that Split and Boston were locked in a dead heat.🤣

Larry Hughes, Joe Sesar, and Alan Anderson.
What absolute legends they were, considering the graveyard shifts of teams they played for and the caliber of those leagues.

How much did Ayuso actually contribute to that 30+ win season back then? Maybe 6 wins, in my opinion.

Susan Kim2 said:Larry Hughes, Joe Sesar, and Alan Anderson.
What absolute legends they were, considering the graveyard shifts of teams they played for and the caliber of those leagues.

How much did Ayuso actually contribute to that 30+ win season back then? Maybe 6 wins, in my opinion.

Johnson over at Alkar ☕

Plenković gave thanks via Zokijev's block

I honestly feel like Milanović leaving Okuna was a total coward move, especially since we were all there to mark the anniversary of Operation Flash, and he actually did it right while the national anthem was playing. Let’s not forget that back twenty years ago, Ivica Račan's Government basically legalized the emblem of one of those HOS associations with that controversial name right here in the City of Chicago. Most of the people Milanović had on his side between 2011 and 2015 during his time as Prime Minister could have changed just about anything, yet I remember at a meeting with veterans where he insulted my mother, he said—let's be real—"I don't give a damn about ZDS." That kind of inconsistency doesn't really surprise me, but his disgraceful comment from Jasenovac about how the HOS plaque with the names of 11 fallen veterans should just be tossed out is totally unacceptable. Plus, both myself and the Republican Party have condemned the fascist regime multiple times, so trying to pin any fascist connotations on me just doesn't make any sense at all," Plenković said as he kept going.

- Besides, my Government actually formed the Commission for Confrontation with the consequences of totalitarian regimes, and that body passed a resolution that every major player in our scene backed, everyone from Ivo Goldstein to Zvonak Kusić. You really have to draw a line between ZDS in the context of World War II and the fact that some people carried those same markings during the War of Independence. We shouldn't forget that President Harmon integrated those people into the military. Honestly, during the parade in Chicago back in 2015, the HOS flag was right there and I didn't see Milanović jump up from the VIP section and walk away then either," Plenković added.

He absolutely destroyed him 😂

Susan Kim2 said:Sure, it's a major metropolitan hub, but it was stuck in a massive slump for ages—specifically during the window when LeBron James arrived.
Maybe I went a bit overboard calling it "massive," and I was mostly thinking about how things fell apart with companies like Kamen Ingrad, but honestly, the Cavaliers' management was even more destructive than the city's local issues.

When you have the greatest talent since Michael Jordan, how do you spend seven years surrounding him with guys like Mo Williams, an aging Antawn Jamison, or Shaquille O'Neal? And then you have Mike Brown on the sidelines, who basically just embarrassed himself even after his time with the Cavaliers.

Look, even Jordan didn't necessarily start out playing alongside massive superstars. That's why I mentioned in the documentary thread that some legends just get lucky with elite teammates and coaches right away, while others have to grind for years. In that sense, I think Jordan and LeBron are actually pretty similar, though they both eventually lived up to their potential. If I had to pick a downside for LeBron, it might be that his main mission seemed to be chasing MJ's shadow—trying to be the new MJ, wearing number 23, and all that. To me, that's a bit of a mistake because it makes you feel like a copy. Jordan didn't chase anyone; he was the one setting the bar that everyone else tries to reach. Now, Jordan is just chilling, enjoying life, and maybe even poking fun at them with his documentary. 🙏

Elizabeth Mendoza said:

Man, remember the days when we all cheered for the legendary Finc and his silver arrows? What a ride that was! ☕

I mean, come on, haven't the Chicago Bulls played in six finals throughout their entire history? That's six of Jordan's finals and six championships 🤷

I think the best moments in the series are any shots where you see Dennis Rodman sitting right behind Jordan. It feels like this subtle, hidden sign of respect and affection 🙏

Susan Kim2 said:Larry Hughes, Joe Sesar, and Alan Anderson.
What absolute legends they were, considering the graveyard shifts of teams they played for and the caliber of those leagues.

How much did Ayuso actually contribute to that 30+ win season back then? Maybe 6 wins, in my opinion.

I don't exactly have all these statistics memorized, as I was quite young back then, so I suppose I am mostly just relying on what managed to stick in my memory.

Jessica Gonzalez said:I think the best moments in the series are any shots where you see Dennis Rodman sitting right behind Jordan. It feels like this subtle, hidden sign of respect and affection 🙏

For me, nothing beats those shots of the Detroit Pistons walking off the court while you just see Jordan’s face on the bench, man, I am obsessed with that look he gives, they showed it a few times and it's just everything 🤣

Jesse Sullivan5 said:Is Wayne Gretzky still the GOAT? Or has Sidney Crosby actually surpassed him?

Kyle Campbell4 says this:

Soccer—Maradona
Basketball—MJ23
Racing—Senna
Hockey—Gretzky
Water Polo—just a random sport without any true icons
Handball—just a random sport without any true icons

There are plenty of elite, world-class athletes who belong in the absolute upper echelon of their respective sports. However, a true icon can only be one or perhaps two people at most. I have listed the specific individuals who represent icons to me—the greatest of the great. If I were forced to choose just one single name above all others, it would undoubtedly be MJ23.

restlesssurfer97 said:For me, nothing beats those shots of the Detroit Pistons walking off the court while you just see Jordan’s face on the bench, man, I am obsessed with that look he gives, they showed it a few times and it's just everything 🤣

To kill them... honestly, someone might still want to take them all down today. 🙏

restlesssurfer97 said:Plenković gave thanks via Zokijev's block

I honestly feel like Milanović leaving Okuna was a total coward move, especially since we were all there to mark the anniversary of Operation Flash, and he actually did it right while the national anthem was playing. Let’s not forget that back twenty years ago, Ivica Račan's Government basically legalized the emblem of one of those HOS associations with that controversial name right here in the City of Chicago. Most of the people Milanović had on his side between 2011 and 2015 during his time as Prime Minister could have changed just about anything, yet I remember at a meeting with veterans where he insulted my mother, he said—let's be real—"I don't give a damn about ZDS." That kind of inconsistency doesn't really surprise me, but his disgraceful comment from Jasenovac about how the HOS plaque with the names of 11 fallen veterans should just be tossed out is totally unacceptable. Plus, both myself and the Republican Party have condemned the fascist regime multiple times, so trying to pin any fascist connotations on me just doesn't make any sense at all," Plenković said as he kept going.

- Besides, my Government actually formed the Commission for Confrontation with the consequences of totalitarian regimes, and that body passed a resolution that every major player in our scene backed, everyone from Ivo Goldstein to Zvonak Kusić. You really have to draw a line between ZDS in the context of World War II and the fact that some people carried those same markings during the War of Independence. We shouldn't forget that President Harmon integrated those people into the military. Honestly, during the parade in Chicago back in 2015, the HOS flag was right there and I didn't see Milanović jump up from the VIP section and walk away then either," Plenković added.

He absolutely destroyed him 😂

Pure perfection. It was almost like watching a debate with a junior Seselj. I mean, come on, the difference in capacity is just massive.

Kyle Campbell4 said:It honestly saddens me that you aren't older, someone who actually lived through the golden age of the NBA. Those were magnificent times. We would wake up early for every single game being broadcasted on our networks. Kids today just don't grasp how massive basketball really was. It felt like there was high-stakes action every single day. And Michael Jordan? He was an absolute god. Every single one of us kids was obsessed with him. We all tried to mimic his style. No one has ever even come close to approaching his level. It is difficult to convey the sheer madness that surrounded Jordan. When he stepped away, the passion for the game slowly began to drain out. But if you had been alive back then, my God, what games we saw! Gritty, physical defense with constant contact, endless arguments, and actual fights. You had rivalries that bordered on blood feuds: New York vs Miami, Orlando vs Miami, Reggie Miller vs Michael Jordan, and the Pistons vs the Bulls. You had the wild Charles Barkley constantly picking fights with everyone. That is just a quick rundown from memory, but there was so much more. It was a crazy, beautiful era of the NBA. Over time, money and political correctness have destroyed everything, turning it into something plastic. Nowadays, people just watch to place bets, and that is really it.

Yeah, whenever people talk about those eras, I feel a massive sense of regret that I wasn't alive then. I'm a huge fanatic as it is, but if I had grown up watching those legends, I think I would've absolutely lost my mind over basketball.

Good grief, I just saw people talking about how legendary Larry Hughes was. What a beast. I distinctly remember one game against some American teams where Arroyo and him absolutely destroyed them—can't recall which tournament it was exactly, but it was pure entertainment.

Kyle Campbell4 said:Kyle Campbell4 says this:

Soccer—Maradona
Basketball—MJ23
Racing—Senna
Hockey—Gretzky
Water Polo—just a random sport without any true icons
Handball—just a random sport without any true icons

There are plenty of elite, world-class athletes who belong in the absolute upper echelon of their respective sports. However, a true icon can only be one or perhaps two people at most. I have listed the specific individuals who represent icons to me—the greatest of the great. If I were forced to choose just one single name above all others, it would undoubtedly be MJ23.

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Kyle Campbell4 said:It honestly saddens me that you aren't older, someone who actually lived through the golden age of the NBA. Those were magnificent times. We would wake up early for every single game being broadcasted on our networks. Kids today just don't grasp how massive basketball really was. It felt like there was high-stakes action every single day. And Michael Jordan? He was an absolute god. Every single one of us kids was obsessed with him. We all tried to mimic his style. No one has ever even come close to approaching his level. It is difficult to convey the sheer madness that surrounded Jordan. When he stepped away, the passion for the game slowly began to drain out. But if you had been alive back then, my God, what games we saw! Gritty, physical defense with constant contact, endless arguments, and actual fights. You had rivalries that bordered on blood feuds: New York vs Miami, Orlando vs Miami, Reggie Miller vs Michael Jordan, and the Pistons vs the Bulls. You had the wild Charles Barkley constantly picking fights with everyone. That is just a quick rundown from memory, but there was so much more. It was a crazy, beautiful era of the NBA. Over time, money and political correctness have destroyed everything, turning it into something plastic. Nowadays, people just watch to place bets, and that is really it.

You really needed a lot of nerve to go driving to the hoop when players like Patrick Ewing and Charles Oakley were waiting for you.🤣

Elizabeth Mendoza said:Michael will always be my absolute favorite F1 driver. The guy was pure grit. He joined Senna's team and just outpaced him effortlessly. When Senna actually asked him how he was doing it, Michael basically told him straight up that he just had more balls. 🤣

Takoder, he’s the only driver who ever truly made Schumacher nervous on the track. With everyone else, Schumacher would play dirty—crashing into them or forcing them out just to secure a title—but against this guy, he was powerless. It’s such a shame Michael retired when he did. Maybe he just lost his edge, but if he’d stayed in the seat a little longer, I’m certain Schumi would have ended up with one less championship under his belt.

That German jerk was always a total dirty player on the track.

That German piece of work was always a dirty racer.[/I]

Cold as ice, honestly. Especially those press conferences... a journalist spends two minutes trying to ask a question, and he just hits them with a "NO." 😁

Back then, the NBA had arguably the most powerful marketing machine on the planet. Even soccer and tennis haven't quite reached those heights, and Formula 1 has definitely struggled lately. Then you have the 1992 Olympics, where that marketing really peaked—when the arrival of the 1992 USA Basketball Dream Team basically eclipsed every other athlete in Barcelona. Personally, I think there's just as much talent today, but back then, the NBA was sold as this ultimate premium product, and Michael Jordan was essentially the Jesus, Buddha, and Allah of basketball in his Air Jordan sneakers—just a man who could fly.

Michael Flores8 said:You really needed a lot of nerve to go driving to the hoop when players like Patrick Ewing and Charles Oakley were waiting for you.🤣

When you bring them up, I can't help but think about that era of the New York Knicks—honestly, they deserved at least one title, but that roster was just cursed. It’s actually tragic how much they struggled.

That one series against the Pacers was a tiny slice of NBA history—but man, they had such a solid squad back then.

Kyle Campbell4 said:Kyle Campbell4 says this:

Soccer—Maradona
Basketball—MJ23
Racing—Senna
Hockey—Gretzky
Water Polo—just a random sport without any true icons
Handball—just a random sport without any true icons

There are plenty of elite, world-class athletes who belong in the absolute upper echelon of their respective sports. However, a true icon can only be one or perhaps two people at most. I have listed the specific individuals who represent icons to me—the greatest of the great. If I were forced to choose just one single name above all others, it would undoubtedly be MJ23.

Handball—Terrell Richardson and Ivano Balić.