Jeremy Lin

Chinese people everywhere Are cheering for the Knicks. They’re rooting for their favorite fan, Who’s managed to transfix. Of course, they want their team to score But whether lose or win, They’ll get the thrills they need By chanting for their own J. Lin. For Jeremy, a Harvard man, Is living, breathing proof A brainy Asian athlete Isn’t anything to spoof. I get the Chinese mindset And I understand their pride; Since folks like them in sports are few, Their joy is justified. It feels familiar, ‘cause I knew That feeling, oh so rich, When years ago, I got to see A fellow landsman pitch. His name was Sandy Koufax, His religion one I share; And every Jewish baseball fan Of that was well aware. When you’re in the minority, It really feels so good To celebrate a star who comes From your part of the ‘hood.