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Grant Hill Doesn't Give a Damn About a Title

Found July 08, 2009 on Red's Army: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Grant Hill,  Glen Davis,  Antonio McDyess
TEAMS: Phoenix Suns,  Boston Celtics,  Detroit Pistons,  Dallas Mavericks,  Cleveland Cavaliers,  New York Knicks,  Los Angeles Lakers,  Portland Trail Blazers

Hillnash
Grant Hill really doesn't care about winning a championship. That's how I interpret the latest news surrounding the free-agent forward (via Mark Murphy - Boston Herald):The Celtics’ obvious edge over the Knicks and Suns - their chances of winning another NBA title - may not play a deciding factor in the chase for Hill, who professed a strong affinity for the Knicks and New York during an interview with the media. The source added that Hill, however, may simply be attempting to leverage a better deal in Phoenix.“Grant is a very complex individual,” the source said.The Celtics can only offer Hill their $1.9 million biannual exception. According to the Arizona Republic, the Knicks have offered the option of a one-year, $5 million contract or a three-year, $10 million deal.I have one thing to say to Hill: Go to NY. Enjoy the "mecca." It will be great for your wife's career. But you won't win crap. Your legacy will remain that of an oft-i...
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