The NBA has officially canceled the first two weeks of the season. The big issue I take with all this is that everyone loses. I'm not sure who the NBA thinks they are but they are no NFL. The fans have not and will not be as vocal as those were for the NFL. NBA fans will not be as likely to return as quick as the NFL fans. Another thing hindering the NBA right now is that its third fiddle behind the NFL season and the MLB playoffs. The owners and the players both think they are right and it doesn't sound like they will be budging anytime soon. From what I understand the Finals last year were a major ratings hit. Its amazing that the NBA wouldn't want to keep that momentum going. Have none of the major sports learned from the NHL's example. Owners and Players need to come to the table make realistic compromises and get back to doing what they do best, playing basketball. They need to realize who it is that is really hurting. What about those folks that sell the concessions, merchandise, and other things. What about the ticket takers, security, parking folks. Yes most of those people will make some money doing other events and concerts. Without NBA games though their revenue will be significantly lower. Most NBA arenas host NBA games and other smaller events. The NBA games should bring in the most income. While the Owners and Players are bickering over who will control the most money, I hope they realize that they are not the only ones affected.
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