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QUOTE(hammerhead johnson @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 06:26 PM) The last all-star caliber center for the Golden State Warriors was Joe Barry Carroll (1980-1986). Since then, they've only drafted 3 centers in the first round. 1986: Chris Washburn (3rd Overall Pick) 1997: Adonal Foyle (8th Overall Pick) 1999: Jeff Foster (21st Overall Pick) Foster never played a game for them, and the Washburn is one of the biggest busts in NBA Draft history. Foyle never gets minutes. The guy has been around for 8 years already? 8 years? WTF. Dampier was pretty good, but nothing special. They got him from the Pacers in 1996. It looks like they're cursed. They're like the Bears when it comes to quarterbacks. God damn, the 2001 Draft: 1 - Jason Richardson, Michigan St. 1 - Troy Murphy, Notre Dame 2 - Gilbert Arenas, Arizona And they had both Antawn Jamison and Larry Hughes on the same team as these guys. When healthy (Murphy especially), could you say that all 5 of those guys are all-star caliber players? It wouldn't be a ridiculous claim. Before Murphy got injured, he was averaging 16 points and 11 boards per contest. His defense is nothing to brag about, however. I remember that team well, Eric Musselman was the coach, and they were a team on the rise. The problems were though, Erick Dampier played like he did when he first got his big deal, and they were just terrible on defense. If Arenas wasn't a 2nd round pick, he'd still be a Warrior this day, and they wouldn't have Fisher or Clayton, and wouldn't be as screwed up. Him signing with the Wizards really set them back. But Davis if he can stay injury free and get back to his best form will be a HUGE boost for this team. I remember for the first 2 months of last season, he exploded early and was easily the best fantasy player in the league.

Here's a thought. The Bulls should bring back Jordan to do this.

QUOTE(Jordan4life_2004 @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 07:53 PM) If not Cotts, who would you rather see in his place? I'm assuming you'll say Adkins, but don't you want atleast two left handers in the pen? Hopefully one of Arnie Munoz or Kevin Walker steps up like Jon Adkins did in spring training last year.

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QUOTE(qwerty @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 05:58 PM) You cannot be traded within two months time. I found this though. What about the Jimmy Jackson situation from about a month ago when he wouldn't play for the Hornets?

I love this move as a Cowboys fan. You know why? Washington will probably miss out on Edwards or Mike Williams now, and they want to get rid of Coles and Rod Gardner.

QUOTE(qwerty @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 06:32 PM) What f*** heads. They keep foyle over jamison, huges, arenas, and then they sign foyle to possibly the worst contract this off-season. Chris Mullin basically panicked. He lost Dampier and vastly overpaid for his backup in Foyle, who just doesn't fit Montgomery's scheme on the offense. And maybe now they'll trade Clayton or Fisher for a big if they can. Clayton for Melvin Ely perhaps?

Well they might as well play Dickau and see if he can be the starting point guard long - term, so they don't have to draft one if they have the #1 pick at the draft, and focus on either Williams or Bogut. I've got a feeling Biedinis will be involved as well, or maybe even Mickael Pietrus, or maybe some future firsts?

QUOTE(qwerty @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 04:35 PM) Well this makes no sense. Bradley should not be able to be packaged in another trade but petrie ( kings gm, has annouced the deal during a press conference. I am very, very confused at the moment. What's the rule that says he can't be traded?

It's all happening tonight;

QUOTE(Chisoxfn @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 04:20 PM) Why would Philly do anything like that. They don't want to help out New York and New York really doesn't have anything to offer. I'm sure Isiah wouldn't mind adding yet another big contract guy, but Philly isn't gonna be doing anything. Looks to me like they are built to make a run to the finals. Good defense and two very good offensive weapons (AI/Webber). I just don't know if Webber is going to fit long - term with Jim O'Brien. Ideally he wants 4 great outside shooters and 1 guy to clog the middle. He hated Kenny Thomas with a passion, and it could be like Walker and Pierce all over again (those 2 clogging up shots), but I guess O' Bie made it work pretty good there.

Any chance the Sixers could trade Webber on to the Knicks now for a package of players possibly? I'd extremely doubt it, but Webber loves New York and they love him too.

QUOTE(qwerty @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 01:13 PM) So allen is a cancer because he was a teammates with one of the biggest cancers in sports ( big dog), e.t., and wants big money? He is one of the best guards in the nba. He deserves a max contract which he will get. I could see if bobby sura said that that people would be pissed. Allen's not going to get max money;

QUOTE(danman31 @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 08:44 AM) Yeah, everytime I read something DBAH0 says about the NBA it's purely awful. Sorry dibs, you have no idea what you are talking about. I think he is closest to Allen Iverson. Anyone who voted Jordan deserves to be shot for stupidity. I'm so sick of these Jordan comparisons. Give me a break!!! LMAO, maybe I should just stick to talking about my Magic. I only said Allen was a cancer, because of the situation back in Milwaulkee a few seasons ago, when there was Karl, Glenn Robinson and Sam Cassell, and there was all of the infighting. Plus with the contract extension thing, and him wanting big money, there's been rumors of that. Gordon isn't really the Iverson type as he doesn't really drive into the paint as much as him, and tends to settle for the jumpers.

I just hope he misses the next 2 games against us. Damn, it would have been fun seeing a Miami vs. San Antonio or Phoenix Final too.

Well I'm exempt for obvious reasons.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 02:44 AM) Vinnie Johnson is a real good comparison. He has some huge 4th quarters, but because of his defensive short comings, he couldn't really play a whole game, and was much more valuable coming off of the bench and lighting up a second string, or hitting the court in the 4th Q fresh, while his defenders were nearing 40 minutes on the floor. The thing is, is Gordon good enough to overcome his shortcomings to be the 40 minute starter that'll probably bolt him to stardom?

QUOTE(Steff @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 02:56 AM) Why bother talking common sense.. it falls upon deaf ears unless it's a KW slam. :banghead Someone's got to fight the good fight I suppose.

Frank Thomas hasn't turned into a Greg Vaughn or a Fred McGriff yet, so he's definitely not going to play for $2 million a season for ANY team in the MLB. Every team would kill to add his .434 OBP that he put up in 2004 in only 74 games and an OPS of around .1000

QUOTE(AnthraxFan93 @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 02:10 AM) Look, If we all want to resign Frank for 10mil and now Pauly for 10 mil that is 2/7 of our payroll tied up into 2 guys.. DOes that make sense? You guys can't have both IMO, esp if we keep payroll at where it is at. So come July time, if Thomas is healthy and can play the field, trade Pauly for some propects and move on from there. I doubt Thomas is ever going to be healthy enough to play the field, and with the Sox's new focus on defense, I don't think they'd want Frank to be the everyday 1B. There's been some rumors that the Sox could maybe work out a deal with Thomas so that he'd come back for less, without the buyout or options coming into play, but we don't know enough on that situation as of yet. The 2/7th's of our payroll locked up isn't realistic either. IIRC payroll will be at about 75 million, and usually with inflation etc. it rises about 7 to 10 million every off-season. So the Sox could be looking at a payroll of about $80 million in 2006, depending on how successful they are this season, and whether or not they do a massive rebuilding job and try to dump some contracts if they struggle.

Right now I'd probably say Ray Allen, minus the cancer.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Feb 24, 2005 -> 12:41 AM) I have no problem with a 3 year $25 million deal. I seriously think he could be looking at about $10 million a season or there abouts (take or give a couple of mill), especially if he has another great season this year. It'd probably be in the Sox's interests to lock him up during the season, as other teams will definitely come calling for him in free agency (Yankees, Mets, Rangers etc.)

I told you they should have voted for Mary Carrey.

Ok, I'm going to throw out this question. What is a fair market value for Paul Konerko? Is he worth more than he's making now? Is he worth more than the deals Richie Sexson and Troy Glaus got this off-season? And he's a summary of an article about the situation;

A quick summary of Iguchi's day and Ozzie not ruling out Willie either;