how come the media says jimmer was just brought here to sell tickets?

[allrightythen]

Traitor!

True, I never was a truly committed BYU fan. I refused to wear their gear while on campus (or even in the state of Utah).

 

[LWP777]

I think there is a lot of hype because he was such a huge scorer in the NCAA. Fans have always been obsessed with players who can put the ball in the basket, especially ones that can do it with a bit of flair.

 

[Larry David]

Do you guys have any idea how many Mormons live in the greater Sacramento area? I drive about 15 miles from Granite Bay to Rescue to see my parents and pass 3 Mormon churches on that route. There is also a temple in Folsom.

I am sure that is what the media is alluding to, without actually coming out and saying it.

Good point. Too bad for the Maloofs those fans don't rack up much in beer or soda sales.