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NBA Talk: Plans Change In Detroit With Villanueva and Gordon Added

By Josh Dhani | July 3, 2009 | Pacers Pulse

We all remember the heartbreaking move for Detroit when they sent Chauncey Billups to the Denver Nuggets while Detroit brought in Allen Iverson. It wasn't good for the Pistons as they got destroyed in the playoffs. Then here they are with Iverson gone and Rasheed Wallace aging a bit. And Richard "Rip" Hamilton can't do everything by himself. How can Detroit survive? I'll tell you why. With two standout adds of Ben Gordon and Charlie

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Big NBA News: Feat. Josh Childress (Iverson Going for Memphis?)

By Josh Dhani | July 3, 2009 | Pacers Pulse

Hello, and welcome to another edition of Big NBA News. We got some good stuff in for us today so let's go. These are some pretty big rumors and I really do think these are the ones you definitely don't want to miss! Mike Bibby Atlanta Hawks point guard was given some rumors that he may go to Philadelphia to play for the Sixers. But Sixers fans, you might want to stop cheering and put

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Strickland: Sheed Would Fit in Great With the Big Three, Chances of Wallace Coming Strong

By Celticsfanatic | July 3, 2009 | Celtics 17

Danny, Coach Doc Rivers, managing partner Wyc Grousbeck along with KG, Ray Allen and Paul Pierce were in the meeting with Strickland, Rasheed and his wife Fatima. Without question the Celtics increased their chances of obtaining Rasheed by making this trip. The effort put forth by the Celtics impressed Rasheed, Fatima and Strickland.The fact that Rasheed has never played on a team with the likes of KG, Paul and Ray works in favor of the

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Strickland: Sheed Would Fit in Great With the Big Three, Chances of Wallace Coming Strong

By Celticsfanatic | July 3, 2009 | Celtics 17

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Swing and a Miss: Ariza > Artest According to Plaschke

By joshb | July 3, 2009 | Celtics 17

This is the start of what I hope to be a series on Celtics 17. I will find stupid basketball columns and show them to you.The first is a column by Bill Plaschke of the LA Times. You know, the guy with the egg-shaped head on "Around the Horn" who thinks the Dodgers are better without Manny Ramirez. This is his opinion on the Lakers' Ron Artest signing."Less than three weeks after the parade, the

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Ron Artest to join the Lakers; hangover pending

By Stu Holdren | July 3, 2009 | NBA Noise

One of the most popular mixed drinks of all time is the 'Rum and Coke.' When I'm pouring (even with my heavy hand) I like to add a bit more Coke, as its sweetness helps to take some of the bite off of the potent rum. Not too far below Los Angeles, across the border into Mexico, they drink Rum and Coke too, but they have a different name for it. They call it 'Ron

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Yup, Danny Ainge is a Genius

By Celticsfanatic | July 3, 2009 | Celtics 17

Marbury feels (short) Celtics days are done.Bill Strickland, Sheed's agent, on the contract offer.I used to hate -- no, DESPISE -- Danny Ainge. After his deal which sent the then-admirable Antonie Walker packing, to then only sign Brian Scalabrine, it was clear to me that this guy was just not a fit for the Celtics.Then came the 2006-07 season, a year where the Celtics not only had shameful results, but left a humiliating mark on

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Gortat verbally commits to Mavericks

By David Thiessen | July 3, 2009 | Project Spurs

Marc Stein of ESPN is reporting that Orlando Magic center Marcin Gortat has verbally committed to sign an offer sheet with the Dallas Mavericks. The Spurs were interested in the 6'11'' Polish center who made a name for himself last season as Dwight Howard's backup. However, they are more interested in Rasheed Wallace or Antonio McDyess. It does hurt some to see a division rival pick up a big, young center.

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Artest, Ariza Signings Should Not Have Cavs Fans on Suicide Watch

By Amar Panchmatia | July 3, 2009 | Cavalier Attitude

Cavaliers introduce Shaquille O'Neal All Cavs fans wanted Ron Artest in the wine and gold. Unfortunately for them, Ron-Ron's heart bled purple and gold, and in the end, the Cavs couldn't compete with the bright lights of Los Angeles -- Shaq and LeBron or no Shaq and LeBron.And while a player like Trevor Ariza would have been a great fit for the Cavs, at what expense? The midlevel exception at $33 million for five years

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NBA Outsider: Los Angeles Clippers Draft Follow Up

By Staff Report | July 2, 2009 | MVN Outsider

Clips Nation's Steve Perrin gives post-2009 draft coverage for the Los Angeles Clippers.I've always found the concept of the 'draft grade' to be a little dubious. For one thing, the grader is flogging his opinion before these rookies have ever played an NBA game. So why should anyone think that one opinion is necessarily better than another? If the team drafted a guy, obviously their opinion is that he's the right guy. Grade the

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NBA Outsider: Utah Jazz Draft Follow Up

By Staff Report | July 1, 2009 | MVN Outsider

Zach Harding from MVN's Jazz It Up gives post-2009 draft coverage for the Utah Jazz.After last Thursday's 2009 NBA Draft in New York City, the Jazz came away with a pure-type point guard in Eric Maynor (6'3", 170, Senior) from Virginia Commonwealth and another long-shooting big man in Goran Suton (6'10", 265, Senior) out of 2008-09 NCAA Tournament Championship runner-up Michigan State. I think that the Jazz did rather well with the spots they

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NBA Outsider: Memphis Grizzlies Draft Follow Up

By Staff Report | June 30, 2009 | MVN Outsider

3 Shades of Blue tells how this years draft picks are not super stars but certainly upgrades.WHEN THE DRAFT GIVES YOU LEMONS..... The Memphis Grizzlies exercised all three of the picks with which they entered the 2009 NBA draft-nos. 2, 27, and 36, selecting Hasheem Thabeet, Demarre Carroll, and Sam Young. Sure, when the year 2020 comes around, the potential for this year's draft crop to be viewed as one of the best ever is

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NBA Outsider: Oklahoma City Thunder Draft Follow Up

By Staff Report | June 29, 2009 | MVN Outsider

Bill Ingram of Hoopsworld.com tells how Sam Presti's deceit gives the Thunder a bright future.Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti did a masterful job of hiding his intentions leading up to the 2009 NBA Draft. With rumors floating around about him wanting to take Ricky Rubio and move Russell Westbrook to the two or perhaps taking a shot at Hasheem Thabeet to hold down the middle, he managed to surprise a few people by

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NBA Crystal Ball: Ricky Rubio Will Not Be Hungry Like the Wolf Next Season

By Adam Sweeney | June 28, 2009 | MVN Outsider

The 2009 NBA Draft was anything but predictable. However; instead of the Memphiz Grizzlies being the talk of the night it was the Minnesota Timberwolves who had people scratching their heads when they chose Ricky Rubio, the Spanish sensation, and Johnny Flynn, the explosive point guard out of Syracuse. When they chose Ty Lawson I couldn't help but think Matt Millen had commandeered the draft room in Minnesota and was having flashbacks to his drafting

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NBA Rumor Mill: T-Mac Trade Talks Heat Up, Rondo Stays in Boston & Kidd Wants Greener Pastures

By Adam Sweeney | June 26, 2009 | MVN Outsider

The past week in the NBA showed us more moves than Michael Jackson, who we mourn the passing of. Richard Jefferson to the Spurs, Vinsanity to the Magic and Shaq Daddy to the Cavs can only mean one thing, more excitement for us next season. The NBA Draft had plenty of shocking moments and drama. So while you speculate on how the New York Knicks will get Ricky Rubio from Minnesota, check out the latest

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NBA Rumor Mill- Shaq & Nash Doesn't Work, Cavs' Part Owners Want Yao & Raptors to Sign-and-trade Bosh

By Adam Sweeney | June 19, 2009 | MVN Outsider

Shaq & Nash Have to Part Ways?Is it only a matter of time before Shaquille O'Neal leaves the desert? The Arizona Republic thinks so and are stating that Steve Nash may want it too. Steve Nash met with general manager Steve Kerr in New York on Thursday, where the point guard made it clear that he wants to be sure about the roster before he sign an extension. The Republic says, "The problem isn't a

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NBA Outsider Mock Draft: New Jersey Nets Select DeJuan Blair

By Staff Report | June 17, 2009 | MVN Outsider

NBA Outsider is hosting a 2009 NBA mock draft, where bloggers from all over come together in an attempt to project the draft results that will take place June 25th . Joey Whelan from DraftExpress picks for the New Jersey Nets at at No. 11. The Nets are looking for defense and rebounding out of the physical DeJuan Blair from Pittsburgh. Follow the mock draft here.Net's team president Rod Thorn wants a moose. DeJuan Blair is the closest

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The Lakers Will Keep Ariza and Odom Next Season

By Adam Sweeney | June 14, 2009 | MVN Outsider

The drama of the NBA Finals is all but over. In actuality, it was a very boring series, no matter how many overtimes the teams went to. The defense? Nearly non-existent. Officiating? As poor as MC Hammer. This Finals match-up didn't show greatness as much as it revealed two flawed teams. Orlando ultimately will lose the series because they are the NBA equivalent of the Memphis Tigers. Tons of talent, but no experience or focus

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NBA Outsider Mock Draft: Milwaukee Bucks Select Jonny Flynn

By Staff Report | June 12, 2009 | MVN Outsider

NBA Outsider is hosting a 2009 NBA mock draft, where bloggers from all over come together in an attempt to project the draft results that will take place June 25th . Dan L & Jon from Knicksfan.net pick for the Bucks at No. 10. With the tenth pick of the draft Jonny Flynn will add depth and bring much needed leadership to Milwaukee. Follow the mock draft here. Last year the Bucks brought John Hammond

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