The NBA, it's FANtastic?

I competely agree with you.

It used to be impossible to tear myself away from the tv during the NBA playoffs.  Now I'd rather be:

running, playing with my kids, cleaning the garage, biking, figuring out what to eat next, watering the lawn, napping with my infant son, swimming, driving the route I ran to see how far it is, at the neighbors having a drink, boating, registering for a tri online, figuring out what to eat next, grocery shopping for more gels/bars, scouring the internet for a cheap wetsuit, going for a walk with the family, doing laundry and watching the kids so my wife can go for a run, looking at bike porn, cleaning up the basement, remodeling the baby's room, taking a shower which I seem to do twice a day and figuring out what to eat next.

Having said all of that I guess I'd vote for the Mavs just because I'd like to see Mark Cuban's enthusiasm and investment in his team pay off.  All of the major leagues could use more owners like him (said the lifelong Cubs fan).

NBA=Not Basketball Anyway

There should be a law requiring basketball and hockey to be finished by the time 2/3 of the country is above 70 degrees. Basketball and hockey in June is just ridiculous.