A Sports Fan's Guide to GIF Responses

You'll want to have these GIFs handy.

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In the sports world and beyond, sometimes events happen that words alone can't justify. Sometimes, an animated GIF is needed to get our feelings across. And sometimes, the on-field actions of LeBron, Clint Dempsey, Ronaldo, and J.R. Smith are the only proper outlets for our emotions. Ever accidentally hit on the wrong girl? Michael Beasley has you covered. Or that rush you get when you land the No. 1 pick in your fantasy draft? Jerome Simpson has a GIF just for you. Get your response game on point with A Sports Fan's Guide to GIF Responses.

When you hit your first Little League home run.

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You were born into being a Cleveland sports fan.

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When your ride to work is 15 minutes late.

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When your favorite team's coach calls you an "idiot."

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When "Get Lucky" comes on at a party.

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When someone says that Kobe is better than Jordan.

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What the Yankees would like to do to A-Rod.

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When a "rapper" on the street asks you to take his CD.

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When your team makes a shrewd trade.

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When you get a read receipt in iMessage but no response.

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When you want to take a nap.

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When your team JUST barely squeaks into the playoffs.

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When you beat your little brother in anything.

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After a night of going undefeated in beer pong.

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When you break your Instagram like record.

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When your friend gives you his spare ticket to the game.

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When your professor cancels your 8 AM lecture.

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When you get the No. 1 pick in your fantasy draft.

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When you accidentally hit on your girlfriend's twin sister.

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When what goes around, comes around.

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