An Invitation For Jorge Garbajosa To Join My Dexy's Midnight Runners Tribute Band
With the news that his contract has been bought out by the Toronto Raptors, I'd like to formally extend an invitation to former Raptors big man Jorge Garbajosa to join the other side project that's near and dear to my heart, my Dexy's Midnight Runners tribute band, Johnny Ray & The Toora Loo-Rye-Ayes.
Via Tirico Suave
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June 18, 2008
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June 18, 2008
Garbajosa To Be Bought Out By Raptors?
Spanish media sources are reporting that Colangelo and the Toronto Raptors are going to buyout the remainder of Jorge's contract and cut all ties now rather than later. :(
Via Raptors Forum
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June 11, 2008
Jorge Garbajosa goes to the Oscars
Cuzoogle decided to send Jorge Garbajosa to the Oscars to help make him a star. Just think if he had been cast in many of the Oscar winners this year.
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February 26, 2008
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February 26, 2008
Spanish Liga Basketball: Come For The Ridiculous Ending, Stay For The Exasperated Announcer
I’ve been worried sick about the whereabouts of Jorge Garbajosa ever since I received no reply from the former Raptors’ big man regarding my generous offer. Alas, I will fret no more as video of J-Garb has surfaced and it seems he’s not only fine, but also still playing hoops. In fact he took part [...]
Via Tirico Suave
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March 21, 2011
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March 21, 2011
Jorge Garbajosa signs in Spain
Euroleague.net reports: One of the most experienced power forwards in European basketball will make his Euroleague return this season after the news that Jorge Garbajosa has inked a two-year deal with Real Madrid. Garbajosa (205, 31) arrives from BC Khimki Moscow region, where he averaged 9.2 points and 6.1 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 13 [...]
Via Inside Hoops
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August 17, 2009
Toronto Raptors File Statement of Claim Against Spanish Basketball … - Insurance Journal
Toronto Raptors File Statement of Claim Against Spanish Basketball …Insurance Journal, CA - 14 minutes agoThe Toronto Raptors filed a statement of claim against the Spanish Basketball Federation for nonpayment of insurance related to player Jorge Garbajosa's …
Via Toronto Raptors Daily News
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March 18, 2008
Garbajosa Retires From Spanish National Team
Jorge Garbajosa formally announced Tuesday his retirement from international basketball.
Via RealGM
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June 14, 2011
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June 14, 2011
Messina, Madrid to Garbajosa: You’re free to leave (perhaps to Unicaja, Cajasol or Lagun Aro)
Forced to make roster moves with the arrival of Mirza Begic, Real Madrid coach Ettore Messina yesterday placed former Toronto Raptor forward Jorge Garbajosa on the transfer list
This morning, Spanish sports news outlets are abuzz with the news that at least three serious ACB suitors have stepped forward to express interest in obtaining Garbajosa: Unicaja Malaga, Cajasol Sevilla and...
Via Ball in Europe
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January 26, 2011
Pistons Q&A
Raptors/Pistons pregame Q&A with Matt Watson of Detroit Bad Boys and AOL Fanhouse. And today, we remember: Garbo's mangled leg.
Via The Footy Blog
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March 26, 2008
Raptors say Garbajosa needs more surgery - Sports Network
CBC News
Raptors say Garbajosa needs more surgerySports Network - 37 minutes agoToronto, ON (Sports Network) - The medical team for the Toronto Raptors said forward Jorge Garbajosa needs more surgery on his left leg and ankle. …Garbajosa says Raptors are behind him HoopsWorldGarbajosa's exa...
Via Toronto Raptors Daily News
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December 22, 2007
Top ten posts of February
In case you missed one here are the top ten viewed posts in February.
NBA makeover - Everyone to look like Bosh 9,752
Jorge Garbajosa goes to the Oscars 2,144
Babes of Survivor 1,721
The seven: Hottest women celebs 1,486
Babes of Survivor - Parvati Shallow 1,060
How to arrange a [...]
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March 09, 2008
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March 09, 2008
Jorge Garbajosa Signs One-Year Deal With Unicaja Malaga
Jorge Garbajosa played for Malaga before coming to the NBA when he joined the Raptors.
Via RealGM
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August 06, 2011
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August 06, 2011
Jorge Garbajosa re-signs in Spain
Euroleague.net reports:
Unicaja reached a new agreement with power forward Jorge Garbajosa to keep him in the team next season. Garbajosa (2.05 meters, 33 years old) re-joined Unicaja midway through last season, averaging 7.2 points and 4.2 rebounds in 11 Spanish League games. He had started the 2010-11 season with Real Madrid [...]
Via Inside Hoops
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August 05, 2011
Jorge Garbajosa back with Raptors after undergoing surgery last month - The Canadian Press
Sportsnet.ca
Jorge Garbajosa back with Raptors after undergoing surgery last monthThe Canadian Press - 1 hour agoThe injured Toronto Raptors forward was finally back with his team after undergoing surgery last month. His surgery was deemed a success, and physically he …Toronto Raptors' Par...
Via Toronto Raptors Daily News
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March 22, 2008
Jorge Garbajosa retires from Team Spain
The AP reports:
Former NBA player Jorge Garbajosa says he is retiring from Spain’s national basketball team, which is set to defend its European championship title later this summer.
The 33-year-old power forward was a key part of the Spain teams that won the 2006 world championship and 2009 European title. He also won a silver medal [...]
Via Inside Hoops
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June 14, 2011
FIBA Lookalikes '09
Time for another installment in our illustrious series of lookalikes. We'll focus on international players/coaches who kept up appearances in this summer's FIBA Americas & FIBA European Championships.PG Marcelo Huertas (Brazil) = Jeff Buckley, the late singer/songwriter Julio Toro, coach (Dominican Rep.) = The Most Interesting Man in the World PF Jorge Garbajosa...
Via The Painted Area
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September 30, 2009
Toronto Raptors Statement on Jorge Garbajosa - NBA.com
NBA.com
Toronto Raptors Statement on Jorge GarbajosaNBA.com - 9 minutes ago(November 26, 2007) - The Toronto Raptors medical staff has determined that Jorge Garbajosa requires further surgery on his left leg and ankle. …
Via Toronto Raptors Daily News
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December 22, 2007
Team USA Olympic Schedule and Preview
Team USA will begin Preliminary Round play at 10:15 on Sunday morning (Eastern Standard Time) versus host country China as Group B play opens. Jason Kidd recently said that this contest will be like "game seven times seven" because it may be watched by more people than any basketball game in history but the reality is that from a competitive standpoint it will be very anticlimactic...
Via 20 Second Timeout
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August 08, 2008
2010 FIBA Worlds: Quarterfinal Analysis (Serbia-Spain)
Serbia 92, Spain 89Spain made Serbia and Milos Teodosic look foolish the last time they met, in the 2009 EuroBasket final, winning 85-63. Teodosic made sure it did not happen twice in row. Teodosic isolated Jorge Garbajosa up high after a switch on a pick-and-roll, then unleashed a 28-footer with the clock winding down to give Serbia a 92-89 lead with 0:03 remaining. After hitting...
Via The Painted Area
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September 08, 2010
Victor Claver – 2009 NBA Draft
22. Portland Trail Blazers – Victor Claver 6-9 236 SF Spain Intl.
# Birthday: 8/30/88
# NBA Position: Small Forward
# Class: International
# Ht: 6-9
# Wt: 236
# Team: Pamesa Valencia
# Hometown: Spain
NBA Comparison: Jorge Garbajosa/Antawn Jamison
Strengths: Valencia’s born and raised Victor Claver has got a lot of potential for the NBA small forward [...]
Via Serious Hoops Blog
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December 17, 2009
HOT VIDEO - Highlights of Spain's good omen win over Croatia in Olympics basketball quarterfinals
Things bode well for Spain as Pau Gasol dunks and screams his way to 20 points in Spain's 72-59 victory over Croatia.
Via HotNonPorn
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August 21, 2008
Lack of Quality Depth is a major problem for the Raptors
Understanding the demise of the Toronto Raptors, since the end of the 2006-2007 season to where the team stands today, means starting with a simple review of their personnel, Then vs Now:
Then
47-35/.573
1st place, Atlantic Division
1st Round Playoff Loss
General Manager - Bryan Colangelo
Head Coach - Sam Mitchell
Main Players - TJ Ford/PG, Anthony Parker/OG, Morris Peterson...
Via khandor's sports blog
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May 29, 2009
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May 29, 2009
Double Standard Much?: Spain's Controversial Team Photo
If for some reason you haven't seen that picture, you should. It's a team photo of this year's Spanish National Team mocking the eyes of their Olympic hosts (...and it was a full-page ad). If you think it's funny, fine, cool, whatever. What's more important to me is that is the double standard in place here. Sure, Spain is getting their slap on the wrist from some media channels...
Via Upside and Motor
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August 12, 2008
Depleted
Josh Childress. Carlos Delfino. Bostjan Nachbar. Jorge Garbajosa. Flip Murray. Earl Boykins. Loren Woods. and now Dan Dickau. My only concern with all these defections is, who exactly is going to be available on my NBA fantasy league's waiver wire next season? By my last count, there are only like six or seven active Barrys [...]
Via Tirico Suave
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August 13, 2008
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August 13, 2008
Rumors and Updates for Saturday
The Herald reports that the MRI on Paul Pierce's knee shows no serious damage that would require surgery or hinder him into next season. Danny Ainge described the injury as a sprained MCL and a bone bruise. There were many Laker fans at the time who doubted he was injured at all, but Celtics fans know Pierce's high tolerance for pain and appreciate his play on a knee that...
Via Celtics Green ...a boston celtics blog.
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July 12, 2008
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July 12, 2008
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