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Monta Ellis-To-New York Knicks Deal Makes Perfect Sense

Posted: 6th July 2010 by Ted Sillanpaa in NBA
There's no denying that Monta Ellis is an entertaining, explosive player on one of the worst teams in the NBA. Take Ellis away from the Golden State Warriors and it becomes a team with point guard Stephen Curry and a bunch of players who can't be watched without without partially covering your eyes. There's also no denying that a backcourt tandem of Curry and Ellis won't last in Golden State. They share ...
Every day that goes by and LeBron James remains silent on his pending free agency decision, the anxiety and tension inside me grows to the point where I think I physically can't take it anymore. For weeks after the Boston Massacre, I prepped myself for LeBron leaving. After all, there was only one way he could seriously consider leaving: if the Cavs totally collapsed in the playoffs before reaching the Finals, ...

NBA Free Agency: Who Will Land With the Chicago Bulls?

Posted: 6th July 2010 by Wesley Kaminsky in NBA
Every team with cap space during this infamous "Free Agency 2010" has their sights on one man, LeBron James. Players like James just do not come around often, and especially as free agents. He has been linked to many different teams, one of those being the Chicago Bulls. Of the teams with the money needed to sign King James, the Bulls are the most attractive destination, not just for James, but ...
Are the Minnesota Timberwolves ready to trade away arguably the best low post scorer in the NBA? Are they ready to trade away their only legit All-Star caliber player? Are they ready to trade away a guaranteed 20+ points and 10+ rebounds? Minnesota Timberwolves' forward Al Jefferson has been on the trading block for a while now, and it looks almost inevitable that he will be traded, only for something significant I ...
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As it appears now, unless the Nets can get LeBron and have him bring along someone else, the Nets aren't going to sign a "top notch" free agent.  That's okay though.  Right now the Nets starting line up would consist of Brook Lopez, Derrick Favors, Devin Harris, Courtney Lee, and someone else who won't be the starter come this fall. With Lopez and the very talented Favors down low, the Nets have ...

NBA Free Agency: The Knicks Show They Are Serious Players

Posted: 6th July 2010 by Dexter Henry in NBA
If Lebron James is wondering just how serious the New York Knicks are about improving the franchise, then their latest signing should send a clear message of seriousness. On Monday, the Knicks agreed on a deal in principle with free agent forward Amar'e Stoudemire. Stoudemire has reportedly agreed to a five-year $99.7 million contract that hopefully will lure King James to New York City. The power forward will be reunited with ...
The New York Knicks made the first real splash in the free agency frenzy by reaching an agreement with Amar'e Stoudemire in which he will recieve a five-year, 99.7 million dollar contract, the richest deal Stoudemire can recieve. But does Stoudemire deserve a maximum contract? Even though Amar'e has a reputation for putting up superb stats, he will not have a legitimate supporting cast in New York because David Lee is a free agent ...

Evan Turner: A New Hope for Philadelphia 76ers and Fans

Posted: 6th July 2010 by Joe Mintzer in NBA
On June 24th, Evan Turner was selected second overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2010 NBA draft. The Sixers, for once, have made the right move. Turner is a versatile player. He can play three different positions; point guard, shooting guard, and small forward, and can excel at all three. He won National Player of the Year at Ohio State playing point guard, but he will most likely play at two-guard for ...
Let me preface this entire article with one thing. I almost never believe in rumors. However, this is something I heard from a good friend who lives in Miami that I trust, and who has some sources, that I will only say, aren’t always full of bull. Here’s what he’s telling me. First, that my dream of a “South Beach Superteam” isn’t just a lock to happen, but that there are already ...