Our bearded hero.
Heracles and Baron.
BD has proven that he can carry struggling teammates on his shoulders and through his individual heroics will a victory for the Dubs. Now, it seems his heroics are not confined to the hardwood.
In October, Davis was witness to an hit-and-run accident at the Oakland Airport that left a small boy severely injured. According to this article, after the SUV hit the 7-year old, BD stayed by his side, comforting him while they waited on the ambulance to arrive. Then he promised to take the boy to a Warriors game when he got well.
What I find great about “Boom the hero” is that on the surface it challenges modern western preconceptions. You know. Clean shaven. Square chin. Puritanical attitude. White. But, when you look back to stories of heroism in Greek mythology or ancient folklore, you’ll find many bearded men. And not just known for great strength, but for personal sacrifice, intelligence and even their prowess in the bedroom. Ha. Can you imagine Superman being exalted for cleaver ideas, or his “game” with Lois?
It strikes me that this is a more humanistic and likable hero.
Thanks to DeLinda for the heads-up.
Gd.
Awesome - just awesome. Relating beards, the pre-conceptions of western society, and one bad-ass-mf name Baron Davis. That’s why this site is so good (and why I bought a “Fear The Beard” t-shirt. People ask me what it is all the time.
Keep up the great work.
Comment by NoBloodNoFoul | 11.28.2007 | 8:06 am
High praise indeed. On behalf of all of us, thanks for the props and and hearty rightbackatcha. And for anyone that ain’t be knowin’ jump on over to NoBloodNoFoul for some interesting takes.
Turman
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