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Grew up loving Seattle sports starting in 1984.
Enjoyed watching benchers light it up (Bobby Jo Edmonds, Sedale Threatt, Rich Amaral).
Can't stand the 1993 Western Conference Finals Game 7--Suns attempt 64 free throws, Sonics attempt 36.
Will never forget Erik Hanson's pitching performance against the A's and Dave Stewart--10 scoreless innings.
Knows Curt Warner could have been one of the greatest of all time.
Will never forgive David Stern for being spineless during the move of the Sonics.

Bill's Recent Articles

LOUISVILLE, KY - DECEMBER 27: Rick Pitino the Head Coach of the Louisville Cardinals is pictured during the game against the UAB Blazers on December 27, 2008 at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky. Louisville won 82-62. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Rick Pitino Needs a Period of Reflection

Published 2 months ago
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NBA: the Picture Dictionary

Published 4 months ago
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INGLEWOOD, CA - 1989: Spud Webb #4 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles the ball during a NBA game against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Great Western Forum in Inglewood, California in 1989. (Photo by Ken Levine/Getty Images)

Poor Spud Webb: How Expansion Has Ruined The NBA, Part 2

Published 5 months ago
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SEATTLE - DECEMBER 1: Jermaine O'Neal #7 of the Indiana Pacers smiles before the game against the Seattle Sonics on December 1, 2006 at Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. The Sonics won 105-103. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

If I Was a Denver Nuggets Fan, I'd Be Pissed: How Expansion Ruined the NBA

Published 5 months ago
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NBA History (3),
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NBA (3),
Humor (3),
NFL (2),
NFL Draft (2)

Bill Wright commented on Expand The NBA Part II: Where To Go
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Bill Wright commented on Rick Pitino, You've Lost My Respect

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Favorite Athletes

Shawn Kemp, Ken GriffeyJR, Kenny Easley, Steve Largent, Gary Payton, Chris Paul, Joe Johnson, Bo Jackson, Hank Gathers, Herschel Walker, Colt McCoy, Tim Tebow, Mike Alstott, Derrick Brooks
Favorite Sports Teams

Mariners, Seahawks, UW Huskies, UT Longhorns, Buccaneers, Rays, USF Bulls, UF Gators, Atlanta Hawks
Favorite Coaches

Wooden, Coach K, B. Knight, L. Romar, R. Barnes, Don James, Chuck Knox, Lou Pinella, Bill Parcells, Pete Carroll,
All Time Sports Moment

UW Huskies winning National Championship in 1991
Most Memorable Game Attended

Ken Griffey SR & JR playing in their first game together
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cal Ripken's consecutive game streak
Ruth or Mays?

Mays--he was an athlete...Babe just played baseball
Unitas or Montana?

Montana--he has better underwear commercials
Jordan or Russell?

Russell--Jordan kept my Sonics from winning the title
Gretzky or Orr?

People still watch hockey?
Pele or Maradona?

Maradona..."Hand of God"
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras...nothing tops the "puke 'n play"
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger--he's an athlete and is relentless
Petty or Earnhardt?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

How about Schenna?
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Football-Big 12, Hoop-ACC

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by Mike
4 months ago

Should the NFL expand to England? Please let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/209818-should-the-nfl-expand-to-england
by John
4 months ago

New NBA Mock Draft... It's time to think outside the box

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/200518-2009-nba-mock-draft-commitment-day-edition
by John
5 months ago

NBA Draft Sleepers

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/197044-2009-nba-draft-top-10-sleeper-picks
by Seth
5 months ago

Hey Bill. On my first Top 10 Douche Bags in sports column, you wanted to know where Albert Belle would fit. Well, I've done an all-time top 10, and Joey's on the list. Let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/185034-jose-canseco-headlines-first-class-of-douche-bag-hall-of-fame

Thanks,

Seth
by Paul
6 months ago

Bill-
I have found over the past month or so that I write best when I allow my heart to lead my head. Please check out my latest, I would be interested in any feedback you may have, or even anyone who would make your team. Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/167828-the-baseball-players-i-root-for
by Griffin
6 months ago

Hey Bill,

I had a lot of fun writing this article - My 2000's All Mariner Team. I'd really appreciate it if you checked it out and told me what you think. Thanks a lot!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/166662-2000s-all-mariners-team

-Griffin
by Robb
7 months ago

Bill

My new stuff...more vent than piece...i may do the memorial piece for my beloved Noles, but I'm not sure if I'd get through the effigy without crying...lol

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/142615-my-anti-commentary-power-against-the-prejudicial-press

Robb
by Kevin
8 months ago

Thanks Bill. Good Stuff!
by Garrett
9 months ago

Bill,

When I think of someone who deserves a Super Bowl ring, I think of Larry Fitzgerald..Who do you think of? Let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/113682-why-no-one-deserves-a-super-bowl-ring-more-than-larry-fitzgerald
by Mosang
9 months ago

No problem Bill!
by John
9 months ago

Will Brockman land in the NFL?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/113433-is-jon-brockman-the-next-antonio-gates
by Robb
9 months ago

Zup bro...

Thought I would give you a copy of this...let me know whatcha think...

Robb

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/112896-i-have-a-dream-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-lives-onin-sports
by Rory
9 months ago

Bill,

Love the fact you point out the Suns/Sonics free throw ratio in the '93 Western Conference finals. I remember watching that game thinking "Wow, the NBA is really desperate to get a Jordan vs Barkley NBA Finals."

Shoot me a link when you post articles -- I like your stuff!
by Delores
9 months ago

You're welcome....glad that you liked the edits.
by Robb
10 months ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/110352-the-battle-of-2009-natl-champ-florida-gators-stands-off-againstthemselves

thought i would let you see my newest...

talk soon, bro

Robb

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Poor Spud Webb: How Expansion Has Ruined The NBA, Part 2

If I Was a Denver Nuggets Fan, I'd Be Pissed: How Expansion Ruined the NBA

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