Ben has done a spectacular job, interviewing different people from the media and within the Blazer's organization, for our enjoyment. I cannot thank him enough for all his hard work.  Dave, on the other hand, just hangs out in his mothers basement, and tells her he is working hard.  I still have to humbly thank him, for creating such a great community, and interesting forum for shirking.

I used some of my insider access, to get in touch with Dave and Ben, and I asked them a few questions. I would like to thank both of them for taking the time out of their busy schedules, to respond.  Here are their answers for your enjoyment.

Five Questions with Dave

It is a given that your son will one day be the starting point guard of the Portland Trail Blazers, do you think the Blazers should tank that season, to get the first pick to draft him?

--He will no doubt refuse to play for anyone but the Blazers, no matter where they may draft that particular year. After all, what good are money and fame if you get disowned by your father?

If you could posterize anyone in the NBA, who would you like to take the photo for your poster?

--Annie Leibowitz. I shall wear nothing but a towel.

If you are the Marv Albert of Blazers Edge, who is Ben?

--He is the guy who spanks me with a riding crop while I dress up in pink nighties.

I consider good blogs to be part of the media. What is it like to be part of the liberal media and what is your agenda?

--Most of it related to Jessica Alba, but I guess the ship has sailed on that one for now.

What are your long term goals for Blazers Edge?

--To weasel as many chocolate-covered macadamia nuts out of readers as I can before I'm found out for the fraud I am.

Five Questions with Ben

Do you think of yourself as the Robin of Blazers Edge?

I am a pretty literal guy, so I have a difficult time relating to superheroes. I also have trouble relating to spandex and masks. I find both creepy. Plus my parole officer won't let me near either (kidding).

Maybe it's more of a Thelma and Louise thing we have going.... oh, wait, that doesn't sound any less creepy.

Never mind.

Maybe a better comparison: The Wire. Dave is Stringer Bell -- cool-headed, analytical, experienced and savvy. I'll be Avon -- excitable, opinionated, brash and more prone to outbursts. Of course, that means Dave would be gunned down by a pair of homicidal killers and I would end up in Jessup penitentiary for weapons/drug charges. So... I guess.... that one doesn't work either.

I give up.

If you could posterize anyone in the NBA, who would you like to take the photo for your poster?

Kevin Durant snaps the picture of me dunking on Greg Oden. Only kidding. But imagining that scenario is fun and I think anyone would be hard-pressed to find 2 more likable kids than KD and GO.

I consider good blogs to be part of the media. What is it like to be part of the liberal media and what is your agenda?

According to Buzz Bissinger, my agenda is to hear the sound of my own voice. In wanting desperately to argue this point, I believe I only fall deeper into his stereotype.

I'll punt on the liberal media part of that question, although if the liberal media wants to invite me to any of its red-carpet galas, I'll gladly RSVP in the affirmative. They can even sit me next to Clooney as long as the food is free.

I will say that my overall agenda is to help put the city of Portland and the Blazers organization back on the national map, anyway that I can. Portland is mad underrated, son. You already know.

Would you rather be a cat or a dog and why?

I've always been a cat man. I guess that's one of those "independence" over "loyalty" psychobabble decisions, right?

[boring] Also, I once "rescued" a homeless cat that turned up on a soccer field, coerced my mother into bringing it home with us, named it "Pele," and promptly ignored it for the next decade, forcing my poor mother took care of the animal. She gave the cat away when I went to college. Serves me right. Although the family dog just tripped her this week, causing a sprained ankle. Karma? You decide. [/boring]

Is Blazers Edge a stepping stone? If so, what is next?

Of course. I'm just resume padding so I can apply to be John Canzano's intern.

In all seriousness, covering this team is ridiculous. It's been a dream come true. I pinch myself a lot. (Whoa that came out wrong).

I guess I'm still too close to the eye of the storm to understand its voracity... Or... something.

After the health issues that I had back in January, I try not to take anything for granted and to take each day as it comes. The rest is out of my hands.

You can wipe that lonely tear off your cheek now. I saw you crying. It's ok, you needn't be ashamed. I read the other night that Jerome Kersey was weeping after the Bulls beat the Blazers in the Finals. So you are in good company. Mercy, mercy.