Expectations Low and High

My basketball expectations for tonight are pretty low. The Wolves (who are struggling mightily) are facing a quality opponent (Dallas) without Al Jefferson (tending to an ill family member).

It is games like the one tonight where it is easier to deal with a blowout since the deck is stacked against them. On the other hand, it is also the type of game where they could totally surprise us and maybe sneak out a victory. That's why I still watch the games. You just never know when the unexpected will happen.

On a related note, I get to take my not quite 2-year-old daughter to her first Wolves game. She's very excited to see Crunch, and I'm very excited to see what she thinks of the experience. So, even if the Wolves lose, it will be a fun time tonight. That's the great thing about bringing a little kid to see a struggling team -- you can still expect something special.