I Apologize for My Past Behavior..

I was at one time a member of LTB, almost from the beginning. I was passionate in my beliefs and sometimes went over the top. My expressions were pretty much against the grain from a lot of other members. Some of my takes drew a lot of controversy and I was pretty much considered a pariah. That passion led me to say and do things that were offensive to many a member.

I apologize for my past indiscretions and hope to bring a new and improved lakerdude, laker fan, to the table. I thank Dave, and a certain LTB member that I won't name for his own safety, lol, for my return to this site. I am grateful for such support and have promised this unnamed member that I will not let him down.

I am thankful for this opportunity to have another chance to be a constructive member of LTB. Thank you Dave and thank you to my friend that had my back. I love this site and am ready to bring my name back. I am looking forward to debating and discussing basketball with you all.

Hey Lakerdude,

Nice to see you back. Things have changed a lot with the team since you were last here. I'm sure it will take you a little while to find your sea legs but I have no doubt you will soon be filing interesting posts with the open and honest style that was your trademark without the other stuff, lol. You were one of the most active members I have ever seen on this site. I could tell you had an unbelievable passion for LTB and the team.

Nice to see that avatar of the Dude again. Your other trademark. He looks great. Have fun.

Welcome back! Lots of things have changed! New team, and lots of new members

Welcome back Dude!

Welcome back, just try not to get into "pit" with any members loll jk

The Dude is back! The Dude-inator!! His Dudeness!!!

Thanks guys. It's good to be back talking some basketball with a lot of great Laker fans again. I know all you dudes, but I don't recognize too many posters on this site anymore. It's like I'm starting all over. Thanks again for welcoming me back everyone..

Thanks guys. It's good to be back talking some basketball with a lot of great Laker fans again. I know all you dudes, but I don't recognize too many posters on this site anymore. It's like I'm starting all over. Thanks again for welcoming me back everyone..

Dude,

I have no doubt you will get to know them, and they you.

Thanks Randy, I agree. A lot of the newer members have some great takes and insight to the Lakers as they are today. It's still strange however, and it would not be as enjoyable coming back if yourself and a few others I like had left LTB. You are one of the main anchors on this site dude. I don't even think I would have tried to get back in if you weren't still here. It's old school posters and friends like you that have made LTB what it is today. Much respect and love brother...

Dude,

Thanks for the nice words. That is very kind of you.

Yep, lots of good new posters have come. Many new members. Lots of the members who were here when you and I came have gone over the years. I could write list of the names and I'm sure you could too. I miss them. I wonder if they even come to read here anymore or just moved on to other things for various reasons.