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I have to admit Lillard seems like a decent guy. Nice to see a NBA star that gets it.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...um=referral&utm_campaign=programming-national
Trail Blazers' Damian Lillard Goes Above and Beyond to Make Fan's Day
Damian Lillard felt horrible when others wouldn't, and went back to remedy an issue when none would. By the end of this story of Lillard making a fan's day, you will find it very easy to like the Portland Trail Blazers' young guard.
Yahoo! Sports' Dan Devine spotted a Twitter back-and-forth between an NBA star and a fan who just wanted a picture with his favorite player.
It all starts with this tweet from Lillard.
A high school kid wanted To take a pic with me ... I said not right now let me finish shopping. I feel bad now
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) August 1, 2013
Let's just say that Lillard is feeling guilty when he really shouldn't. He has a life outside of basketball and signs autographs when he can. While unfortunate, it's completely understandable.
Well, Siros Ardestani saw the post and answered back after what we presume was a minor fan freak out.
@Dame_Lillard That was me Damian. Its alright. I can't blame you. I bet its annoying taking a million pictures a day. Maybe next time
— Siros Ardestani (@SArdestani6) August 1, 2013
Here is how the rest of the story unfolded, leading to a planned meeting for a personal photo session, and one Ardestani will never forget.
@SArdestani6 told you to wait... My bad , we'll link up.
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) August 1, 2013
So Damian Lillard followed me and DMed me saying he felt bad... Its all good Damian. Definetely one of my favorite players off and on court.
— Siros Ardestani (@SArdestani6) August 1, 2013
Damian Lillard just told me to go meet him up at Bridgeport. On my way dog.
— Siros Ardestani (@SArdestani6) August 1, 2013
I'm a man of my word....S/O @SArdestani6 pic.twitter.com/z7LEWp6e3e
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) August 1, 2013
Boom sauce.
It must be hard to be a celebrity. Now I know there is the glitz side of fame and money to consider, but there is a downside. Just consider that you always have to be "on" with fans.
In an age of Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, you almost have to hide a bad day or a grumpy demeanor or some fan will label you a jerk on their blog. It's exhausting, but some people get it.
Damian Lillard gets it.
The 23-year-old averaged 19 points and 6.5 assists per game in his first season in the NBA. It was a start that should have Portland fans optimistic about the future of their backcourt.
It was also a turn that has a great many fans clamoring to get their paraphernalia signed and their pictures adorned with a cameo from the talented guard.
We watch sports because they make us feel good, and follow athletes who continue that sentiment well off the court.
It's important to remember that the sports world is a microcosm. There are some bad people who garner deplorable headlines, but there are also the extremely kindhearted who remind you that people can indeed be the best.
A tip of the hat to Lillard for reminding us athletes can indeed be truly awesome.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...um=referral&utm_campaign=programming-national
Trail Blazers' Damian Lillard Goes Above and Beyond to Make Fan's Day
Damian Lillard felt horrible when others wouldn't, and went back to remedy an issue when none would. By the end of this story of Lillard making a fan's day, you will find it very easy to like the Portland Trail Blazers' young guard.
Yahoo! Sports' Dan Devine spotted a Twitter back-and-forth between an NBA star and a fan who just wanted a picture with his favorite player.
It all starts with this tweet from Lillard.
A high school kid wanted To take a pic with me ... I said not right now let me finish shopping. I feel bad now
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) August 1, 2013
Let's just say that Lillard is feeling guilty when he really shouldn't. He has a life outside of basketball and signs autographs when he can. While unfortunate, it's completely understandable.
Well, Siros Ardestani saw the post and answered back after what we presume was a minor fan freak out.
@Dame_Lillard That was me Damian. Its alright. I can't blame you. I bet its annoying taking a million pictures a day. Maybe next time
— Siros Ardestani (@SArdestani6) August 1, 2013
Here is how the rest of the story unfolded, leading to a planned meeting for a personal photo session, and one Ardestani will never forget.
@SArdestani6 told you to wait... My bad , we'll link up.
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) August 1, 2013
So Damian Lillard followed me and DMed me saying he felt bad... Its all good Damian. Definetely one of my favorite players off and on court.
— Siros Ardestani (@SArdestani6) August 1, 2013
Damian Lillard just told me to go meet him up at Bridgeport. On my way dog.
— Siros Ardestani (@SArdestani6) August 1, 2013
I'm a man of my word....S/O @SArdestani6 pic.twitter.com/z7LEWp6e3e
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) August 1, 2013
Boom sauce.
It must be hard to be a celebrity. Now I know there is the glitz side of fame and money to consider, but there is a downside. Just consider that you always have to be "on" with fans.
In an age of Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, you almost have to hide a bad day or a grumpy demeanor or some fan will label you a jerk on their blog. It's exhausting, but some people get it.
Damian Lillard gets it.
The 23-year-old averaged 19 points and 6.5 assists per game in his first season in the NBA. It was a start that should have Portland fans optimistic about the future of their backcourt.
It was also a turn that has a great many fans clamoring to get their paraphernalia signed and their pictures adorned with a cameo from the talented guard.
We watch sports because they make us feel good, and follow athletes who continue that sentiment well off the court.
It's important to remember that the sports world is a microcosm. There are some bad people who garner deplorable headlines, but there are also the extremely kindhearted who remind you that people can indeed be the best.
A tip of the hat to Lillard for reminding us athletes can indeed be truly awesome.
