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Andrew Bynum Update - Injury Status
February 14, 2008 by
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While there have been reports that Andrew Bynum could be out for the season, everyone close to the Los Angeles Lakers is adamant that Bynum is on track to return. The second week in March is being circled as Bynum's probable return date.
Bynum, who is one of the best up-and-coming...
Gerald Wallace Injury Update
February 10, 2008 by
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Fantasy owners have to be annoyed with this injury. Right when Gerald Wallace starts playing great, he goes down with an injured foot. After starting the season off relatively slowly, Wallace averaged 23.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.4 steals and 1.1 blocks. Now fantasy owners...
Shaquille O'Neal Injury Update
February 10, 2008 by
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The Diesel is going to have to put it in park for at least the next two weeks. O’Neal is suffering from lingering pain in his hip and leg and the Heat made the decision that O’Neal has to sit after viewing an MRI.
This has been a disastrous season for everyone associated with the [...]
Earl Boykins â€" Fantasy Gold?
February 10, 2008 by
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Earl Boykins signed with the Charlotte Bobcats in a move that largely went under the radar in most fantasy circles. However, you should be well aware of this move. Boykins, while he’s not a great NBA player, he can at times be a great fantasy player.
The Bobcats have Raymond...
Pau Gasol to Lakers â€" Fantasy Impact
February 10, 2008 by
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In a move that sent shockwaves through the Western Conference, the Memphis Grizzlies traded Pau Gasol to the Los Angeles Lakers in a move that netted the Grizzlies cap flexibility and prospects. The Lakers, on the other hand, got a player who could elevate their team from playoff contender...
Kevin Garnett Injury Update
February 08, 2008 by
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A strained abdominal muscle is forcing Kevin Garnett to miss some playing time for the Boston Celtics. Garnett originally got hurt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He left that game but returned to the court late in the game.
Since then, Garnett has missed games against the Orlando...
Chris Andersen - Fantasy Basketball Analysis
February 08, 2008 by
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Chris Andersen is reportedly taking steps toward rejoining the NBA. Andersen, formerly of the New Orleans Hornets, was suspended by the NBA for two years after failing a drug test.
If Andersen is successfully able to get back onto the court at some point this season, most people expect...
Sleeper Small Forward - February 2008
February 05, 2008 by
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Thaddeus Young, Philadelphia 76ers
Recently inserted into the starting lineup, Thaddeus Young is a player who could become a reliable player in the fantasy world as the season goes along. He's only 19-years-old but he has an all-around game that is conducive to fantasy basketball...
Boston Celtics: Fantasy Basketball Perspective
February 05, 2008 by
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It’s hard to argue against the Boston Celtics being the best team in basketball at the moment. At 26-3, the Celtics have started the season better than anyone could have imagined. While they are a definite championship contender, how does their success translate to the fantasy...
Tony Parker Injury Update
February 05, 2008 by
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The struggling San Antonio Spurs got bad news recently when head coach Gregg Popovich announced that starting point guard Tony Parker would be out indefinitely due to soreness in his foot. Parker, who has been dealing with the soreness for approximately six weeks, sat out against the...
Sleeper Point Guards - February 2008
February 05, 2008 by
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Earl Watson, Seattle Supersonics
Watson has been starting for the Sonics for a while now and has slowly improved since the start of the season. He still doesn't shoot for a high percentage and his offense remains erratic, however his assists numbers have gone up nicely as of late...
Fantasy Basketball Stock Watch
February 04, 2008 by
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Guest Blog By Fantasy Fanatics
We are at the point of the season when most coaches have settled on their rotations and most players have settled into their roles. As a result, there are not many players who are going to shock us with a dramatic change in their production level, unless...
Around the b5 Sports Channel
February 03, 2008 by
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What’s happening around the Sports Channel? More than you can imagine!
David Kindervater of Every Morning Quarterback is in Phoenix for Super Bowl Media Day, while the rest of us are busy writing about some of the Top 10 things in sports.
This week in the b5media Sports Channel...
LeBron James Injury Update
February 02, 2008 by
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After twisting his ankle against the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night, LeBron James was forced to miss the game against the Seattle Supersonics on Thursday night. The Cleveland Cavaliers without James lost 101-95. On the season, the Cavs are now 0-6 without James in the lineup...
Nene Has Malignant Tumor
February 01, 2008 by
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The Nuggets have confirmed a report that Nene’s tumor is indeed malignant. The great news is that Nene is expected to make a complete recovery and there’s only a remote chance that the cancer will return.
Reports also indicate that there’s a chance that Nene could...
Top Five Hottest Fantasy Power Forwards
February 01, 2008 by
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1) Kevin Garnett, Boston Celtics
Garnett has become a very balanced and efficient fantasy player as of late. He's not doing any one thing exceptionally great but he also doesn't hurt your fantasy team at all. He's an all-around great player right now and he's making...
Fantasy Basketball â€" The Super Sleepers
January 31, 2008 by
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Carl Landry, Houston Rockets
Landry has gotten some time lately with the Rockets and has showed the ability that could make him a solid power forward down the line. He's very athletic and is aggressive around the basket. He still has a lot to learn but the upside is definitely...
Top Ten Fantasy Basketball Players Under 25
January 29, 2008 by
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1. Chris Paul, New Orleans Hornets
Paul is the best player in all of fantasy basketball this season. His game is perfectly built for him to be a fantasy basketball stud for a long time.
2. LeBron James, Cleveland Cavaliers
Perhaps the best player in all of the NBA, James is also great...
2008 NBA Draft: International Players
January 29, 2008 by
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If you are in a dynasty league, it’s time to start looking at what international players could make a splash in the NBA next season. Here’s a list of player who all have a chance of being drafted in the first round.
Nicolas Batum, France
Batum is a 6-foot-8 small forward...
Injury Status: Good News for TJ Ford
January 29, 2008 by
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After consulting with spinal specialists in Cleveland, TJ Ford has been cleared to begin playing basketball. Ford was informed that he will be able to make a full recovery from his latest injury setback.
Ford was injured when Al Horford hit him in the face when Ford was going up for...
Fantasy Basketball â€" PER Sleepers
January 28, 2008 by
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If you know anything about advanced NBA statistics, you have heard of John Hollinger's PER statistic. For those who do not know what it is, it's basically a rating given to a player based on their production per minute while taking into account the pace of their team. Any score...
Kenny George: NBA Draft Prospect
January 28, 2008 by
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After finally getting healthy and fit enough to log a decent amount of minutes, Kenny George has emerged as a legit basketball prospect. George, who attends the University of North Carolina at Ashville, is in fact a rather big prospect ??" literally.
Standing 7-foot-7 and weighting...
Five Coldest Fantasy Basketball Players
January 28, 2008 by
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1) Jason Kidd, New Jersey Nets
Kidd has had a rough year shooting the ball, but recently he’s been struggling even more in that department. As a result, his scoring is dropping to dangerously low levels. He’s also rebounding less and turnover the ball over more than usual
Top Five Hottest Fantasy Centers
January 28, 2008 by
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1) Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix Suns
Stoudemire has been perhaps the best fantasy player in all the land recently. He's recovered from his early season knee problems and is now back to 100%. With the Suns playing their up and down style, Stoudemire gets a ton of chances to dent the...
Five Hottest Fantasy Basketball Players
January 28, 2008 by
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1) Baron Davis, Golden State Warriors
Davis has been a fantasy workhorse lately. He's doing it all â€" from scoring to assisting to rebounding to stealing. He's even mixing in some blocked shots. If you have Davis on your team right now, you are definitely reaping the...
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