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Taking Charles Barkley’s advice, the Philadelphia 76ers should not offer ‘Andrew Bynum any money’

Found March 15, 2013 on Sports by Colin:
PLAYERS: Charles Barkley,  Andrew Bynum
TEAMS: Philadelphia 76ers
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Philadelphia legend Charles Barkley wisely advised the 76ers to clip unlikable center Andrew Bynum in the offseason. The 7-foot, 285 pound Bynum, a snatch who landed in Philly (24-40) as part of a four-team, 12-player deal in August, recently underwent an MRI that revealed he has a degenerative knee condition. “They are in a dilemma now,” said Barkley, 50, who the 76ers took out of Auburn University with the fifth pick in the 1984 NBA Draft. “I wouldn’t give Andrew Bynum any money if I’m running the team. I’m not going to take that chance.” Barkley, an 11-time All-Star who … Continue reading →
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