Sixers guard Jason Richardson played in an NBA game on Friday night for the first time since January 18, 2013. Understandably the veteran and 2-time Dunk Contest champ was pretty pumped about it, taking to Twitter to show his appreciation to the supporters and persistence to the critics.
I like to thank everyone for the support! I work my butt off to continue to play the game I love and respect. It’s been 2 years since I last
— Jason Richardson (@jrich23) February 21, 2015
Played a NBA game! I respect and appreciate all the encouraging words! To all the haters and critics, Im still here!
— Jason Richardson (@jrich23) February 21, 2015
After the very simple message to his family, friends, fans, teammates and others, one of those trolling critics took a very unnecessary shot:
@jrich23 you did shit moron, you’re worthless
— Mark Gatsby (@MarkGiacchi) February 21, 2015
And Richardson proceeded to swiftly dismantle him:
@MarkGiacchi what have u done in ur life that is so amazing? Get back at me, I will be waiting….. and waiting….. and waiting some more!
— Jason Richardson (@jrich23) February 21, 2015
Richardson 1, Troll 0.
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