Why does the media insist on asking the "who would you rather see in the next...

[westkoast]

round of the playoffs team x or y"

Has anyone ever in the history of basketball ever answered anything different then "We don't care either way.  Both teams are good.  We just need to focus on what we do and we will continue to have success"

Seriously question...can you guys think of anyone who actually choose one team over another?

[WayOutWest]

round of the playoffs team x or y"

Has anyone ever in the history of basketball ever answered anything different then "We don't care either way.  Both teams are good.  We just need to focus on what we do and we will continue to have success"

Seriously question...can you guys think of anyone who actually choose one team over another?

Nope.  The closest thing I can remember to a preferance was when Riley answered "We will either face super man or a super team" when asked about the 88 finals.