tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post7044036503860655026..comments2023-03-27T08:25:20.645-07:00Comments on Trail Blazers Center Court: Talking with Travis: Outlaw the hated?DanHarbisonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08034145732052084340noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-533304416749493422009-08-15T11:36:17.460-07:002009-08-15T11:36:17.460-07:00that is a terrible thing to say. and yes i have he...that is a terrible thing to say. and yes i have heard it as well. to all those who dont like outlaw, then take a hike, and leave my portland trailblazers alone. we dont want you, nor do we like you, or care about your opinion. travis is an awesome athlete, an awesome player, and a wonderful person. he adds a lot to our team, and his character, is well received. i hope u read this travis, and if not that someone does and relays this to him. we in portland who are true blazers fans, not tag a longs, nor front runners, or bandwagon, or implants from california or the east coast, we love outlaw. in fact i would like to see him in the dunk contest, the man has inhuman hops, and a flair for style. to all the haters out there, leave my team alone, and better yet, why dont you leave my state, and good riddance to your bad rubbish. <br />travis you rule, and you hatters, i cant express my true feelings here in this public site. but they are bitter and nasty. <br />go OUTLAW you rule and we in portland love you.<br />peace.blazer believerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07303513989715718564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-29180615557838252712009-08-05T18:36:40.433-07:002009-08-05T18:36:40.433-07:00Thats a whole lot of BS. Travis Outlaw is the man....Thats a whole lot of BS. Travis Outlaw is the man. Anyone who says otherwise doesn't watch enough blazer games. everyone struggles with inconsistancy, i've watched lebron james airball freethrows. Travis, you're the man and definately not all the fans hate you. I'm a season ticket holder and rock an outlaw jersey to many games.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02040920484036924062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-57458460339521730222009-05-13T11:37:00.000-07:002009-05-13T11:37:00.000-07:00Travis is totally my favorite off the bench player...Travis is totally my favorite off the bench player! <br /><br />and you know you can find blogs saying to trade everyone on this team... the fact is if travis is traded i might have to go find myself another team to love... or split my nba love in two and root for two teams! the guy is amazing! <br /><br />i don't know if anyone has read the hate blogs about mike and mike... but they are out there. just goes to show that no matter who you are you will always have people who dislike you. move on. <br /><br />i love travis! so take that jerks.these bloggers are most likely some fat old men wishing that they could do more then move the donut from the box to their mouth.bribishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14159796125350646043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-16706725678320875282009-03-10T15:30:00.000-07:002009-03-10T15:30:00.000-07:00I LOVE YOU TRAVIS OUTLAW!! please dont think portl...I LOVE YOU TRAVIS OUTLAW!! please dont think portland dont enjoy your hard work,.I always look for you to play when the game comes on..4realz.I think you're the best player & dont get enough credit for it (that's my opinion.). If they hatin on you..it's cause your doing something RIGHT and they can't do what you do and that's part ofd their problem..not yours!..so brush dem haters off..YOUR HATERS ARE YOUR BIGGEST FANS..haha..*hugz & kisses*sweetcrystal84https://www.blogger.com/profile/12023691779078176655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-83926265282198290282009-03-10T15:29:00.000-07:002009-03-10T15:29:00.000-07:00I LOVE YOU TRAVIS OUTLAW!! please dont think portl...I LOVE YOU TRAVIS OUTLAW!! please dont think portland dont enjoy your hard work,.I always look for you to play when the game comes on..4realz.I think you're the best player & dont get enough credit for it (that's my opinion.). If they hatin on you..it's cause your doing something RIGHT and they can't do what you do and that's part ofd their problem..not yours!..so brush dem haters off..YOUR HATERS ARE YOUR BIGGEST FANS..haha..*hugz & kisses*sweetcrystal84https://www.blogger.com/profile/12023691779078176655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-83167785343373848942009-01-26T11:33:00.000-08:002009-01-26T11:33:00.000-08:00Reading these comments, I think I threw up in my m...Reading these comments, I think I threw up in my mouth a little. People who criticize Travis' game aren't true fans??? What kind of crap is that? Since when is the litmus test of a true fan one who loves a player unconditionally and glosses over his every flaw?<BR/><BR/>Look, Travis--I love ya, man. Your interviews are the absolute best, and you play the game with a lot of joy that makes you fun to watch. But, and this is a big but, it is all well and good to remember game winning shots but it is not good to forget the turnovers, forced shots that didn't come anywhere close, the missed passes for easier looks, etc., that you bring to the table a lot of the time. This isn't hate, this is simply pointing out that you present both risks and rewards out there.<BR/><BR/>Here is the bottom line--Travis is a great guy and I'm sure a great teammate, but if you are an opposing coach in a tight playoff game, you have a pretty simply job guarding Travis--you force him left and because he gets big time tunnel vision he'll chuck up an ill-advised shot. We can accept that in a regular season game where half the members of the other team are more worried about their reservations at McCormick and Schmick's than the rest of the game, but in the playoffs those mistakes are amplified and I have seen no indication that Travis has the ability to grow out of those mistakes. It isn't like he is a rookie--Travis is, by any definition, a veteran player in this league, but he still makes mistakes that would have high school coaches pulling their hair out.<BR/><BR/>I argued with folks that we should have traded him last year while his value was the highest, and I see nothing to change that. As for being a "true fan," a true fan should never root for an individual player over the good of the team.MLAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06499118183994795558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-43755335242285767242009-01-14T14:22:00.000-08:002009-01-14T14:22:00.000-08:00Travis,Just rebound and drive to the hole when the...Travis,<BR/>Just rebound and drive to the hole when the lane is open and you'll be fine. Take the open jump shoot when its there. <BR/><BR/>If you can do this consistently, you will fill a role our team needs!<BR/><BR/>However, if you settle for the jump shot, dont play defense and dont rebound...then you should hang out with DariusUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02939237563768881820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-90930187573509235712009-01-14T13:25:00.000-08:002009-01-14T13:25:00.000-08:00I think Travis is one of the best sixth men in the...I think Travis is one of the best sixth men in the NBA, if not the best. Most teams go back to the starters when the game is on the line, but not us. We have Travis.<BR/><BR/>It takes a lot of courage to have the team (and the fans) put their fate in one person's hands when the game is on the line, but I'm glad when it's Travis.<BR/><BR/>It has been a pleasure to watch him grow and develop into the player that he is today. And he just keeps getting better. I'm proud to have him on my team!genyearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17329338044569250898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-43189106403761424972009-01-14T12:09:00.000-08:002009-01-14T12:09:00.000-08:00How can anyone hate Travis? He is so much fun to ...How can anyone hate Travis? He is so much fun to watch! I'm one of his biggest fans and have #25's jersey! He is my favorite blazer - which shouldn't be taken lightly 'cause there are a lot of guys that could be a person's favorite - oh, and my opinion is a big deal. :-) I heart T.O.!Kettlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03618173740460920197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-34230974932684767882009-01-14T11:12:00.000-08:002009-01-14T11:12:00.000-08:00I think nobody really hates Travis, the person. At...I think nobody really hates Travis, the person. At worst I think some people hate the game, or are a little frustrated. At this point in his career, will Outlaw develop significantly more as an NBA player, or is this basically it? I think he's getting close to his ceiling, and that disappoints some folks who thought he'd do more "growing out of" things. <BR/><BR/>Without Martell, what's needed from TO has increased, to where he's more like the 5.5th man right now instead of the 6th. <BR/><BR/>All that said, it's awfully hard to hate a guy when he smiles like he does. Trav is Trav. Parents love their oddball children too!Torridhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17771589020554233601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-67575558175158367862009-01-14T10:11:00.000-08:002009-01-14T10:11:00.000-08:00Thanks to everyone for all the fantastic comments....Thanks to everyone for all the fantastic comments. I'll be sure to pass along the feedback to Outlaw when the team gets back to Portland.Casey Holdahlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10975397453477075486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-66570673975816135462009-01-14T01:53:00.000-08:002009-01-14T01:53:00.000-08:00Hmmmmmm, maybe Travis' cousin John doesn't enjoy t...Hmmmmmm, maybe Travis' cousin John doesn't enjoy the Great Northwest quite as much as Travis does.....peregrinebrmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01780868625338096119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-72347788772317298712009-01-13T23:15:00.000-08:002009-01-13T23:15:00.000-08:00I personally love Travis. He is a great player, w...I personally love Travis. He is a great player, who obviously loves playing the game. Forget the haters.deannerhymeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12243374823931428872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-20842069617033289712009-01-13T20:12:00.000-08:002009-01-13T20:12:00.000-08:00Outlaw!! You are the 6th man of this team! One of ...Outlaw!! You are the 6th man of this team! One of the best bench players in the entire NBA! How could anyone say that they hate you? Personaly you are one of my favorite players in the league. How many players get a monster block at one end and hustle down the court and finish at the rim like you? And you do it every night! You are a huge part of this teams success!!! Keep it up!!!skaternaterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02962922001272256918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-42090000056454788762009-01-13T19:39:00.000-08:002009-01-13T19:39:00.000-08:00Travis,Don't listen to the haters. We love you he...Travis,<BR/>Don't listen to the haters. We love you here! Portland is the best! There are arm chair critics everywhere, don't listen to them. Just do you! I love watching you play. Portland loves you and the Blazers! This team is so exciting!<BR/>Peace.<BR/>-JonJonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04101425418730989268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-6545932916604591332009-01-13T19:10:00.000-08:002009-01-13T19:10:00.000-08:00Outlaw, When your in the groove, your are the most...Outlaw, <BR/><BR/>When your in the groove, your are the most versatile 4 in the league, without any doubt!! Unstoppable: droppin the 3, packing it over centers, floating in tear drops or fade away jumpers. I dont think there is a shot you cannot take (AND MAKE)! <BR/><BR/>At times there is ice pumping through you veins: CLUTCH. This is the reason why KP has never traded you and your always in during crunch-time. CLUCH cannot be taught; its natural. Between you and BROY, your gonna take us deep one day!! <BR/><BR/>Travis, much respect, don't allow the few haters out there to overshadow the majority who know how crucial you our the teams success in the past and into the future. <BR/><BR/>Thank youJoel Weaklandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00782340985711555205noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-513692764293631972009-01-13T18:17:00.000-08:002009-01-13T18:17:00.000-08:00Hey Travis, hope ypu're reading this,man. There is...Hey Travis, hope ypu're reading this,man. There is no one out there who calls them self a Blazer fan could never hate you. By the way, you did an awesome job verses the Bulls. Keep up the good work,man. <BR/><BR/> GO TRAVIS!!!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08965968100355239246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-32800665345167057292009-01-13T18:00:00.000-08:002009-01-13T18:00:00.000-08:00I bought my sister a Travis Outlaw jersey for Chri...I bought my sister a Travis Outlaw jersey for Christmas. She said it was the best present anyone could have possibly given her. Enough said.<BR/><BR/>Now if she gets Travis' face tattooed on her backside, I may have something to gripe about...Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12137429409039087056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-88563742247849799932009-01-13T17:04:00.000-08:002009-01-13T17:04:00.000-08:00Wow, the idea that Travis' cousin thinks we hate T...Wow, the idea that Travis' cousin thinks we hate Travis and actually told him that is really sad to me.<BR/><BR/>I've had my issues with Travis not being consistent, and making mistakes, but that has nothing to do with him as a person. <BR/><BR/>I think the guy is an outstanding individual and if he just were to focus more in the game on a consistent basis all of the things I see as problems wouldn't be problems at all.<BR/><BR/>To Travis and his cousin, if there are people that hate you ignore them. Most of us are reasonable and love guys who put in the effort and who are classy. Travis is among my and my wife's favorites when it comes to class!Jeffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11478775679277646769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-49382344958068059202009-01-13T15:05:00.000-08:002009-01-13T15:05:00.000-08:00Travis is awesome- yes he is still getting better ...Travis is awesome- yes he is still getting better and yes he takes crazy shots but that when those crazy shots go in what a rush! And don't forget about the blocks !<BR/>You just have to look around the arena and you'll see lots of 25 jerseys. I love the whole team but Tlaw and Rudy are my Fav's because you just don't know what wild play they are going to make.Red22https://www.blogger.com/profile/13798716329211915757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-75319223600264352512009-01-13T12:47:00.000-08:002009-01-13T12:47:00.000-08:00I remember a few years ago when a TO jump shot was...I remember a few years ago when a TO jump shot was like holding my breath. Now I can't wait for 'em. He has elevated his jump shot to the next level, has been attacking the rim more frequently and in my opinion has been the most improved all around. Have you guys seen this dude elevate? It's rediculous! He just hangs there until the opertune time, and then scores. <BR/><BR/>What an outstanding game last night. I'm sure that basket must have been huge. I was praying you'd take more shots, because you were lights out on fire!!! I could tell the moment the ball rolled off his fingertips, it was money.<BR/><BR/>Keep up the great work man! Love watching you "rise" to the occasionLuciusVerinushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12930552122935509418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-76580803957960184402009-01-13T12:11:00.000-08:002009-01-13T12:11:00.000-08:00Casey, please link Travis to this comment page. H...Casey, please link Travis to this comment page. He should know that ppl in this town appreciate him as a great asset to our team. <BR/><BR/>OUTLAW, WE LOVE YOU MANEdward Choihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17345432381890437510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-84764774396298511812009-01-13T11:53:00.000-08:002009-01-13T11:53:00.000-08:00Travis, you have been my favorite player since you...Travis, you have been my favorite player since you started. You are one of the most fun players in the league to watch. You have made steady improvement through the years and I have never once doubted your heart and hustle. Thank you for helping to make this easily the coolest and most entertaining team on the planet. Not only do we need you on the team, we WANT you to be on the team. GO TRAVIS and the BLAZERS!!!!!!!Billchristensenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16660462852504793081noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-32965395621679524722009-01-13T11:11:00.000-08:002009-01-13T11:11:00.000-08:00The only ones who hate Outlaw are Blazer opponents...The only ones who hate Outlaw are Blazer opponents and a few turncoats. I'm one of the ones who gets crazy about Travis settling for outside jumpers all the time, but not because he can't hit them. It's because he is ALWAYS so much more effective when he goes strong to the rim. He's too long and athletic to settle for jumpers as much as he does. So, I'd encourage more aggressiveness and better shot selection, but Travis! Portland is behind you 100%! Don't listen to a few downers from cyberspace.Don Laytonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01820372752441073193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6708814052129381665.post-86548289143775635562009-01-13T10:21:00.000-08:002009-01-13T10:21:00.000-08:00Travis, No Blazer fan hates you pal! You are Love...Travis, No Blazer fan hates you pal! You are Loved in Portland. Don't ever leave!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com