I'm going to have to re-read the story and re-watch the film, but I think that the way bowling is a big part of each is a tell that "The Dude" consciously alludes somewhat to Rip.
This will be fun. Hopefully, there will be enough for a blog post out of it.
I say two things: 1) I think it's a bit of a stretch, and 2) I would love for you to prove me wrong. Now as to THE BIG SLEEP, on the other hand...
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