The Depression

submitted by gregoden

November 01, 2007 | 85 comments |

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So on Tuesday we had our first. The guys played a pretty good game unfortunately we lost to last year champs the Spurs. I was proud of the guys even with Brandon not having his best game we stayed pretty close. I felt so bad because all i could think about is what it would be like if i was playing. I know Tim Duncan would of bust my head, more than a couple of times, but i wanted to know how i would play against him.

Yesterday was a very hard day for me because all i could think about was going out there and playing. I know that i wont be playing for a year, for the fact that i dont want to rush back and come back worse. I just want to be out there tomorrow.

LaMarcus playing so good didnt help because the announcers keep saying "with Aldridge playing so good, it makes you wonder what it would be like if the other piece of the puzzle was there," that really hurt me because i want to play so bad. Good thing is that im keeping good spirits, lifting every other day, and i get to scout the whole entire league.

Knowing that the season started its going to be really hard to be the happy always smiling guy that i am, because i want to be playing so bad.

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85 Comments On: "The Depression"

	1. Awesome , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	Don't be depressed, Greg. At least you're you and not, say, Sam Bowie. You have a long career ahead of you and plenty of time to heal. Just don't hurt your hands. It's bad enough you can't play hoops; I'd hate to see your blogging career put on hold, too. Good luck with the rehab.

	1.1. DrJohn , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	That was AWESOME!

	2. BenCho , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	I felt the same way watching that game last night. We played great but we needed just a little more. A couple calls and bouncing on the rim and we upset the defending champs on their ring night. How great that would have been? It is going to be a long year and I think everyone will think that with every close loss, what if? You can start thinking that those games will be wins next year. Because you will be stronger and more prepared for it. The fans and the city have set the bar high for you. I have no doubt you can exceed expectations of yourself. As a Blazer fan I was hoping for you when I heard about you when you were a senior in high school. Now you are on the team, another year will be worth the wait. Just keep griding, time will fly by. Ben

	3. HoopsBlogging , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Keep your chin up, Greg, you've got a very long and exciting career ahead of you.

	4. Jeffhardyfan52 , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	keep your head up high greg it will be all good. try to to think of how long its going to be just fouces on geting better everyones 100 pecent behind you.

	5. youknowit , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	yeah it sucks that you have to miss out your first season, but that just gives you all the more reason to make a insane comeback next year. best of luck with rehab, it looks like all is going well!

	6. Valencia , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Ah man, I feel so bad for you right now, but just continue to work hard during your recovery and you will come back strong next season.

	7. DRAFTODEN , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	this sucks I wish you were healthy, just saw you on espn news in a commerical for espn magazine. It was pretty cool. You were walking around all fine though so it must of been taped a while ago.

	7.1. gregoden , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	it was taped this summer

	8. SVPStyle , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	nah, i think you would've gave it to him.

	8.1. Awesome , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	LOL, yeah!

	9. dinabanina , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Aw, Greg, it sucks to hear you depressed like this. You're still so young, though, and already ahead of the game. You can afford to lose this year of playing, and use it as a year of learning. Good luck with the recovery, and let me know when you wanna play some polo :)

	9.1. gregoden , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	lol thanks

	10. Panthersfan , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	I'm proud of your boys to Greg. With you in the line up, given some time to grow together- you're gonna be a force.

	11. IFChris , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	just look at this year as a time to get stronger so when next season does start, you all will fly out of the gate. good luck.

	12. MidnightPDX , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	hey, don't get your head down. Look at it this way, where you at right now gives you the oppertunity to look at guys like Duncan and others, learn their moves, and when you come in next year, BOOM, they got nothing to surprise you with. And on the flip side, none of them have anything on you. This city loves you man, we're all behind you. Just concentrate, do what you can to get an advantage now, and kick some butt next year.

	12.1. gregoden , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	lol ok

	13. mtv2004 , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Greg, I wanted to see how you would play against Tim Duncan too. I've been watching you since you since your last 2 games in high school. I am a fan of the great big men and I think you can big the next great big man once you get healthy and play again. I wish you all the best and stay in there

	14. teenalouise , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Hang in there Greg, with your positive attitude and work ethic you will stronger and more determined to bring a championship to Portland next year.

	15. OSUalum , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Try to think of the positives of getting to focus on training and watching the other teams for a whole season instead of getting banged up every other night. Use this opportunity to learn everything you can, and next year you'll be a physical AND mental monster. I know you want to be out there and God know your fans cant wait, but not many guys get this opportunity to prep before their big splash. By the way, thanks for talking a moment to shake and say Hi when you were in the parking lots at the IU game in Bloomington!

	16. dz_pdx , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Don't put too much pressure on yourself to always be happy. Rehabbing that knee is a long, hard project, and I'm sure it gets frustrating at times. How about a post on some of the non-rehab stuff you've been doing? Movies? Games? How are you keeping busy?

	17. oduck1233 , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	GO, not being able to play sucks more than anything. Hopefully you can keep thinkin' about how great it's going to be the first time they get to announce your name at the Rose Garden. I can't wait for that ovation. I guarantee you'll get chills, and by then, the knee will be 100%. Keep working big guy. Nobody's disappointed in you, and nobody wants you to rush back. No matter what, you're the man.

	18. Blazers_NBA , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Don't worry about it to much Greg. You will have plenty of time to have your way with Tim Duncan in the future. The team is going to need you to be there for them to keep them motivated. The most important things for you this year is to get healthy and to be a good cheerleader. Just no short dresses (the thought frightens me). Keep up the good work on your rehab. You will be off of the crutches soon then you can spend more time with the team and get use to what will be expected of you next year. Jerry

	19. Vlad83 , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	G.O., We all wanna see you play and can't wait for your return. None of us were in your shoes and we can only imagine how terrible you must feel! By the way my buddy saw you at the DMV! You are so awesome how you kept your cool with the people working there! If I was in your position I would have lost my mind and told them to repect my authority LOL!

	20. scnbenstein , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	yea YOU are that missing piece good luck with rehabbing buddy

	20.1. gregoden , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	thanks

	21. david1978pdx , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Sorry to hear that GO. I would be bummed too if that were me. It may be delayed, but you will get to play. PDX is rooting for you. The fans at the RG will always be there to cheer you up. See you on 11/13!

	22. Kelspeed , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	G O, Ohhhden, The Judge, Greg, Greg Russell, The Beast... whatever we end up calling you once you start swatting balls into the seats all over the Rose Garden - I'll always refer to you as 'The Guy Who Cares'. Don't worry about it man - Depression is something that analytical people with big consciences have to bare. Took me 30 years before I understood that. Your situation for better or for worse was destiny - and the fruit of success will be that much sweeter when you finally do ARRIVE.

	23. DRAFTODEN , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	oden+aldrige=dynasty

	23.1. GetWellSoon52 , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	+Roy. :]

	23.1.1. tcbball119 , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	+Martell!

	24. BHF1999 , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Head up, Greg. You'll get your chance and it's only going to be that much sweeter when you do.

	25. rayj0101 , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	going to be tough for the team to play without you. You were to be the face this year.

	26. moosetoss , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	This will be a good thing for you. At least now you can sit down, watch the opposing team's strategies against the Trailblazers and be more than ready for next year. It must really suck that you can't go and just play, but your time will come. Just be patient, we have faith!

	27. highwillow , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Hi GO! Attitude and determination will see you through this season of preparation. Use this opportunity to become a mental genius of the game and follow up with the physical conditioning as you heal. All of Portland is supporting you.

	28. McGuiganFamily , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	God has a reason and a plan for everyone. You are definitely one of God's Angels and you will find peace, even though you are playing, your team needs you and your fans need you! You touch so many people Greg! I wish I could be there to make you laugh you have given so much of yourself to everyone else! I love you sweetheart! It will be soon that you will be back on the court, actually you need a small break, try to relax, you deserve it, make use of it! Miss you! I am gonna see my WILL this weekend, I am so excited to see him do the WALK! Bye honey!

	28.1. McGuiganFamily , November 01, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	oops, I meant aren't playing.

	29. rcs360 , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Hey man, keep your head up. The Blazers have a good outlook. You might not be out their with them, but being at the games you can is good. I'm a Kings fan, and you probably heard that Mike Bibby's out for 10 weeks. Coach Reggie Theus wants Bibby to act as a coach while he can't play. Maybe you can contribute to the team in some way.

	30. yobotch , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	I know you will play great next year! because you have the spirit of "wanting to play!!" I live in japan but I am already big fun of yours, remember that you have someone supporting you from other side of the globe!! Good luck with your re-hab!! yo-bot

	31. MitchChilcott , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	stay strong

	32. BigDaddy , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Hey G-Man, Keep your eyes on the prize! Stay focused and learn everything you can about the players you will be defending next year. One suggestion may be to focus and set more short term weekly goals regarding your rehab. Try imagining what it will be like when Brandon, Lamarcus, Martell, and yourself will be like next season. I GUARANTEE you that when your name is announced in the starting lineup next season, you will hear a roar you will NEVER EVER forget!! I would like to know what you are doing in your spare time as far as hobbies, etc. go. How's Barkley doing? Any more escapes? Peace. Big Daddy

	33. bucknut , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	You gotta hang in there. Just think next year you will be smater and wiser than the rest. You skills are more than great, its the mental part that will improve!! Hang in there!!

	34. outlaw1969 , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	This too, shall pass. Rehab will only make the other parts of your body stronger. You'll be on the court in no time, and practicing with your teammates by the end of the season!! What doesn't kill you will make you stronger, and I'm sure you'll take care of your body and be a beast for years for what you are going through now!

	35. Chendaddy , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	you'll be there next year, better than ever. keep working your ass off, old man.

	36. Entity , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	The team will have much better chemistry by the time you come back. Plus, like you said, you'll get to see every player before they see you, and you'll have a pretty good idea of how the NBA works. You'll be better prepared mentally when your time comes around. I don't know how this season will end up, but you all should be playoff bound next season for certain.

	37. jessealan , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Greg, think about the positives in your situation. That is what you have to do. Find the bright side of things. It will be good this year and better next year. I will be watching from over in Coeur d Alene, Idaho.

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	41. Jessie , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Dear Greg, we are happy to have you in our team for several years, not just want to see you in one game or just one season. Don't be so depressed. I believe if you feel happy everyday, your body could recover quickly. Best wishes ! :-)

	42. Rosecity07 , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Hey Greg just watching some of your clips on youtube. You are really athletic, do you think you'll still have the same jumping ability next year. That's all I care about, that you don't lose your hops and come back better than ever. I can't wait till next season, we are all feeling for you and this season you are going to train hard so you will be more prepared next year. Your going to be a star just like Roy and Aldridge, just be patient

	43. stillatin , November 02, 2007 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	man think about it though GO, you and LA in the frontcourt with R.O.Y. and taurean in the back? thats gonna be crazy next year.

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