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If I were a pro coach, I would think nothing of running up the score. Who cares?
In college sports, there can often be a huge talent gap between teams. When USC plays North Texas, a blowout is inevitable. A coach in that circumstance should ease up on the throttle when the game is out of reach.
But in the pros, in theory, teams should not be so mismatched. If Jacksonville beats Indianapolis by 45 points, whose fault is that? The Colts aren't some sandlot team. They have a payroll of almost $100 million. They should not be 45 points worse than anybody.
Fans pay to see stars play. If I am in Madison Square Garden, having paid $200 for a ticket, I want to see Carmello Anthony play to the end. The Knicks suck. The only enjoyment I will get is watching the Nugget stars light it up. As a fan, as far as I am concerned, the longer the starters are in, the better chance I have of seeing an eye-popping play.
What do I care about the feelings of a bunch of overpaid losers?
