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  (11:12 AM)

Hey there ladies and gents, Sue will be here shortly. Keep those questions coming, we'll get started any minute! Thanks!

Sue Bird

  (11:32 AM)

Hey what's up, can't wait to talk to you. So here we go!

Meghan (Seattle)

Sue, congrats on the Niketown honors. What do you think about October 4 as Sue Bird Day in Seattle? Is that kinda freaky? We love you Sue! Go Storm!!!

Sue Bird

  (11:34 AM)

Thanks for writing, Meghan. Yeah it is kinda freaky to have a day named for you, but it was a lot of fun and a lot of fans came out to support myself and the Storm, so it was a great day. If you ever come to Seattle, now you know you have to check out the top of Niketown.

Laura (CT)

Hey Sue! What are your plans for the offseason?

Sue Bird

  (11:35 AM)

I had surgery on my knee, so my immediate plans are just to rehab and get back on the court as soon as possible. Other than that, I just try to have a good time whenever I can.

Laura (CT)

Hey Sue! What was your first big "splurge" after getting your first paycheck from the WNBA?

Sue Bird

  (11:36 AM)

My WNBA paycheck splurge, huh? Well, now when I go to Mickey D's I supersize my meal!

Sue Bird

  (11:36 AM)

Just kidding, I believe my first paycheck went directly to the bank.

Austin, Texas

If you had no-1 pick in next years draft whom will you pick to play with you and LJ in seattle?

Sue Bird

  (11:38 AM)

If I had the No. 1 pick in this year's draft, I would without a doubt pick Diana Taurasi. If the Seattle Storm started LJ, Diana, myself and any other two, we'd win a championship.

Marcus(Chicago)

Hey Sue...Can I borrow $5? :)

Sue Bird

  (11:38 AM)

Yeah, sure Marcus. You got two tens for a five?

Brian CA

Sue,I have been a huge fan for the past five years and have followed your career until now. I worked with D at UConn camp this past summer and we talked about your leadership....would you be intereted in coaching and at what level?BrianP.S. You dating anyone? =)

Sue Bird

  (11:40 AM)

Yeah, I definitely see coaching in my future, whether it's in the near future is to be determined, but it's something I would love to do. Got any positions for me Bri?

Eliza (Burlington)

What hair care products does Geno use?

Sue Bird

  (11:40 AM)

Whatever it is it's better than what I use.

Betsy (Atlanta, GA)

Hey Sue! Do you have any type of job in the offseason that doesn't include bouncing a ball?

Sue Bird

  (11:41 AM)

Yes, speaking of coaching, I'm actually coaching an eighth grade girls' basketball team. So far we're 0-1.

Riley

You're an AWESOME player. I was just wondering, what do you love about Lauren Jackson's game? You guys are the best. I just love watching the two of you play.

Sue Bird

  (11:42 AM)

Thanks Riley. What I love best about Lauren's game is her shot blocking. She's obviously a tremendous scorer and rebounder, but it's her shot blocking that sets her apart and when she swats someone, it gets me hyped up.

Suzann - MO

Do you have any superstitions you do before the games?

Sue Bird

  (11:43 AM)

Sorry, cannot reveal that information. Maybe when I retire.

Natasha (Providence, RI)

Hey Sue, big fan. Personal question -- you still hangin with that Backstreet Boy of yours?

Sue Bird

  (11:45 AM)

No, I am not with Nick Carter. Did you see him on Punk'd? Who would go out with a guy who fell for that?? Hi Nick :)

Scotty (Chicago, IL)

Sue- Wondering if anything you read in the media about yourself ever gets to you and how you overcome it?

Sue Bird

  (11:46 AM)

Normally, I stay away from the papers because whether it's good stuff or bad stuff, you never want to get caught up in it. I only watch SportsCenter, baby!

Joan (CT)

How is your knee? Will you be playing for the Spirit this season. Thank you for giving UConn fans a wonderful 3 year ride.

Sue Bird

  (11:47 AM)

Thanks Joan. The knee is good, I'll be back on the court in no time, but NOT in time for the Springfield Spirit season -- as of right now. Thank you for being a UConn fan.

jesse

if you could punk anyone who would u punk?

Sue Bird

  (11:47 AM)

My friend Brad. And then maybe Ashton Kutcher.

Tim (RI)

Love you Sue. Give me one word to describe Geno Auriemma.

Sue Bird

  (11:49 AM)

smooth

jessica

who's the hottest celeb/athlete you've ever met

Sue Bird

  (11:51 AM)

Justin Timberlake by far!

Jenny - Kansas City

Hi! You are an awesome player! Since you are so busy do you still see all your fan mail?

Sue Bird

  (11:52 AM)

Thank you for writing, Jenny. Yes I do see most of my fan mail, but sometimes it's hard to keep up. The best way is to send a self addressed stamped envelope and I'll be most likely to get back to you.

jessica

if u stared in a movie who would u want to be your leading man

Sue Bird

  (11:53 AM)

Brad Pitt ... Sorry Jennifer.

Sue Bird

  (11:53 AM)

p.s. ... Lose the beard Bradley.

Kim (New Hampshire)

Sue, you've said you collect CDs, what are your favs these days. What's in your cd player right now?

Sue Bird

  (11:55 AM)

I just bought the Jay-Z album (The Black album) and I must say, it's hot. Other than that, I have Dave, a mix CD, John Mayer, and another mix CD in my car.

Laura

So, what DO you think of Jessica Simpson in "Newlyweds"? Even my mother thinks she's the dumbest person alive!

Sue Bird

  (11:56 AM)

Laura, Tuesday nights at 10, I was glued to the tube! If she wasn't a little ditzy, I wouldn't watch.

eric ct

soo since moving onto the pros how close do you follow your allma matter during their season and do you comback to visit often

Sue Bird

  (11:57 AM)

Of course my eye is always on the UConn Huskies -- both men and women -- I go up there to see as many games as possible.

Lyssa (austin)

What advice would you give to a 8th grader who has exprienced many injuries including what could be a season ending one just today to keep going and exel in the sport that she loves basketball?P.s. today i hurt my foot/ankle bad so wish for quick healing for me plz

Sue Bird

  (12:00 PM)

Hi Lisa with a "Y". ... Sorry to hear about your ankle. The advice I would give is to be smart and listen to your body, try not to rush back and when you do get back on the court take your time.

Sue Bird

  (12:00 PM)

Try not to let the injury get in your head. That's how I cope.

jessica

who's your favorite nba player

Sue Bird

  (12:01 PM)

Jessica! You're blowing me up! BUT, my favorite NBA players are Mike Bibby and Jamal Crawford.

jason( nyc, ny)

have you been able to go on a vacation since the season ended, where did you go?

Sue Bird

  (12:02 PM)

Yeah, I headed to Hawaii for a little RandR, but sadly, had to come back to reality.

doug kelly jackson M.I.

sue do you have an relation with larry bird.

Sue Bird

  (12:03 PM)

When I was in kindergarden, I swore he was my uncle and told everyone that too. Unfortunately, there is no relation.

JOE(IL)

WHOSE YOUR FAVORITE RAPPER

Sue Bird

  (12:04 PM)

50 Cent, dawg.

JOE (TAMPA)

BRON OR MELO? (I LIKE MELO)

Sue Bird

  (12:05 PM)

Joe, I like Bron-Bron. He's definitely doing his thing, which I'm sure is hard with all the hype he's had.

Michelle (springfield, ma)

sue, do you think you look like actress Alison Lohman? ESPN thinks so! So do I. Good luck girl! We miss you in New England!!!

Sue Bird

  (12:06 PM)

Nah, I don't think I look like her. I get Geena Davis all the time.

Boston, Ma

Hi Sue, I'm a big fan... Do you speak regularly with Diana Taurasi? What was she like as a teammate?

Sue Bird

  (12:08 PM)

Yeah, I speak to most of the girls on the team. D was a great teammate, both on and off the court.

Thomas (Boston)

Sue, I think you are on-site at ESPN today ... think you'd want to work there someday??

Sue Bird

  (12:09 PM)

Yeah, I would definitely like to work at ESPN one day. Their commercials rock!

B-rizzle

Who are u taking to the Duke-Uconn game?

Sue Bird

  (12:09 PM)

Marla Mullen.

Sue Bird

  (12:09 PM)

(My agent)

Stacy, MA

does #10 have a significane to you or did you just get it when you were younger and you kept it?

Sue Bird

  (12:10 PM)

Yes. I chose to wear No. 10 becuase my older sister wore it. We're both born in October -- which is the 10th month -- and that's where it all originated.

jessica

whats your favorite city?

Sue Bird

  (12:11 PM)

1. NYC2. Seattle3. Boston

Sue Bird

  (12:11 PM)

4. Storrs ... a thriving metropolis!

Storm ballgirl

How is your knee doing Sue?

Sue Bird

  (12:12 PM)

Are you really a Storm ball girl? The knee is doing great -- thanks for asking.

C. E. Green Worcester, MA

Sue, would you entertain a request by the WNBA to promote yourself as a sex symbol, to reach out to the male audience, providing lucrative advertising dollars?

Sue Bird

  (12:14 PM)

"Yes, I would do a calendar. It would give me an opportunity to show my versitility." ~ Zoolander Time to unveil Magnum!

Sue Bird

  (12:14 PM)

As you can tell, I'm a big movie fan.

UConn-WNBA fan

How awesome is it that Swin and the Shock beat the evil LA Sparks for the WNBA crown?!

Sue Bird

  (12:15 PM)

I was so happy for Swin, and while it pains me to see the championship go to an Eastern Conference team, there's not one person more deserving than Swin and the Shock. Swin is currently in Russia and so I'd like to send out a quick shoutout to her!

Big Perm

i just saw ELF. Whats your fav. line from it?

Sue Bird

  (12:17 PM)

Funny you should ask, Big Perm, I just saw Elf myself. "Hi, this is Buddy the elf, what's your favorite color?"

Angie

I hear you make good cookies but... What is your favorite late night snack?

Sue Bird

  (12:18 PM)

Favorite late night snack is frozen Snickers.

Dayna, MI

I was just wondering what you do to stay in shape. I was a former basketball player, but am now a freshman at the Univ. of Michigan. I just want to keep in shape. Thanks, and GO STORM!

Sue Bird

  (12:20 PM)

Hey Dana (with a "Y") ... to stay in shape, I normally lift 3-4 times a week, and on the other days, I do a variety of cardiovascular activites, whether it be riding a bike, doing the stairmaster or even the Pre Cor. And of course, I play as much basketball as I can.

Carolyn (Chicago, IL)

Since you are such a big movie fan, what is your favorite ol' school movie that you love to watch at any time?

Sue Bird

  (12:20 PM)

In case you haven't noticed, Zoolander.

Peter L. (NBA)

Did you ever go to 'Gumbies' at UCONN?

Sue Bird

  (12:21 PM)

No, what's Gumbies?

Scotty (Chicago, IL)

Sue - I'm back for another question (listless at work!)...how you like Seattle? Pretty fun city?!

Sue Bird

  (12:23 PM)

I love Seattle. A lot of people complain about the rain, but it doesn't ruin how beautiful the city is and how much there is to do. Great restaurants!

Carolyn (Chicago, IL)

Big fan of yours- love watching you play. What career do you think you would have chosen if you weren't playing basketball?

Sue Bird

  (12:24 PM)

If I wasn't playing basketball, I would either be playing another sport (i.e. soccer) or be working at ESPN.

Mike (Bristol, TN)

Hi Sue! I got to see you play in Charlotte last year, and you played well, even though you did get clocked in the head once. Are you for or against the idea of having a WNBA team here in Tennessee someday? Thanks a bunch and Go Storm!

Sue Bird

  (12:25 PM)

I think a team in Tenn would be great b/c of the huge fan base they have there. My only question is this -- Does the team have to be orange??!

Stacy, MA

does the name Snake ring a bell? cuz I know him and he transfered my my school

Sue Bird

  (12:25 PM)

Stacy, who is this "Snake" character?

Ya Dart

How much do you love "Rocky Top"?

Sue Bird

  (12:26 PM)

Hey Ya, do you like Outkast?

Ron A. (Valley Stream, NY)

Hello, Sue. In what position does Seattle have the greatest need, and who do you think your GM intends to pick? What are you guys looking for?

Sue Bird

  (12:27 PM)

With the sixth pick in the draft, the Seattle Stom select .... I'm not sure who we're going to pick, but it will most likely be a guard. Someone who can score.

Laura (CT)

If Jackie Stiles (healthy) and Kelly Mazzante were to play a little HORSE, who'd win?

Sue Bird

  (12:28 PM)

I'll have to go with my girl Jackie. I've never seen anybody shoot as much as she does without missing. I wish her all the best in coming back.

Jorge (Curitiba, Brazil)

Hi Sue! Do you think Lauren will be able to defend the MVP title this season? And what is the toughest team to beat in WNBA?

Sue Bird

  (12:29 PM)

I think what you saw of Lauren this year was just a preview of things to come. She's such a great player and brings so much to the table that it's hard to stop her. The toughest team to beat is either LA or Houston.

Sue Bird

  (12:31 PM)

Hey everyone, thanks for writing in, I had a lot of fun today! Sorry if I seemed a little hyper, I just finished my first cup of coffee EVER and my hands are shaking a little bit. Seriously though, thanks again and go Storm!

J. Mudry

have u ever played in the Chelsea Piers bball league? My team rocks!

Sue Bird

  (12:31 PM)

Sorry, I had to take this last one. I haven't played in it ... but my sister has. Hi Jen!

Sue Bird

  (12:31 PM)

Later everyone!