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Ramon Sessions ready to be stolen?
May 27, 2009 by
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If you’re one of those Blazer fans who want to see Portland sign Ramon Sessions this off-season, here is some good news. From Tom Enlund of the… *deep breath* Milwaukee-Wisconsin Journal Sentinel (phew) comes news that the Bucks are looking to make ’sound financial...
The Case for Turkoglu
May 26, 2009 by
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In case you missed by plea for Hedo Turkoglu yesterday, scroll down to the ‘Happy Memorial Day’ post and you’ll see my thoughts. Now comes this link from Empty the Bench (via Ball Don’t Lie) which discusses what comes next for Turkoglu. Writer Brendan K. O&...
More Bill Simmons on Greg Oden
May 26, 2009 by
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Not trying to pick on Simmons here, but he did a little explaining of his feelings on Oden in today’s mailbag (good read as always). I’m just going to quote the entire section on Oden before I respond:
Q: Your willingness to write off Greg Oden (birth date: 1988) goes against...
Fixing the 4, pt. 2: The Draft
May 26, 2009 by
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In Part I of my look at how Portland can fulfill their need for a backup 4, I took at look at potential free agents. While many on that list would fit in great with the Blazers, it’s hard to imagine Portland being able to lure many of them out here. Whether it be money [...]
Sippin’ on Haterade: Kobe & LeBron edition
May 26, 2009 by
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Time to just get some mess off my chest.
It’s inevitable that as a human being you’re going to hate on someone else. Whether it’s a celebrity, an athlete, a rapper, a politician, a boss or co-worker, your friend, your friend’s friend…you’re going...
Nick Calathes to Greece…
May 26, 2009 by
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The Orlando Sentinel and ESPN both report that University of Florida point guard Nick Calathes will skip the NBAD Draft after signing with Greek team Panathinaikos. The deal is reportedly going to pay him $1.1 million dollars a year total. A major reason why this happened is the fact...
Happy Memorial Day…
May 26, 2009 by
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Just thought I’d take a quick second to wish everyone out there a happy Memorial Day. Except for you Sean Elliott, you ruined this day for me years ago. All joking aside, I’d also like to thank all of those who have fallen while fighting for this country.
Quick thoughts...
Nate Robinson wants to go to Portland
May 26, 2009 by
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It would make sense if most of this were somewhat true, including the part about it not making sense for Portland and the Blazers having little interest in bringing Robinson in (and thus handicapping their financial freedom). My favorite part was one of the first comments talking about...
Mo Williams guarantees victory…
May 26, 2009 by
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Oh. Wow.
Dear Mo,
I see your guarantee and I can’t help but shake my head. Why don’t you sit this next one out and stop talking for a while.
Not trying to be rude, but man…just trying to help! Also for future reference, if your team is down 2-1 (really 3-0) and...
The Orlando/Cleveland game changed…
May 20, 2009 by
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…..when LeBron got dunked on by Courtney Lee.
I called it when it happened. Cleveland was in absolute cruise control and after that play Orlando turned their swag on.
I dare you to disagree with me.
Bill Simmons thinks Blazers are overrated (kind of)
May 20, 2009 by
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Figured I’d pass along this tidbit rom his chat today:
Matt (Olympia): Bill, What should the Blazers do to get themselves to the next level? They have something like 5 draft picks…can they package some of those to get a veteran? Who would you want to put with their core...
Thought to consider for those who want Nash…
May 20, 2009 by
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Read Paul Coro of the Arizona Republic’s look at why Nash is in no hurry to extend his deal and then take a look at Bright Side of the Sun’s take on it. Apparently his agent has stated that Nash wants a raise after his deal his done and he wants say in off-season deals...
Darren Collison to Portland?
May 19, 2009 by
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With the Lottery in the books, Chad Ford has already posted his first (of many) mock drafts over on ESPN. He has Portland taking Darren Collison with the #24 pick saying hte following:
“Blazers GM Kevin Pritchard’s perpetual search for a point guard continues. Last year...
Clippers win NBA Draft Lottery..
May 19, 2009 by
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…and the world cries for Blake Griffin. I’m only half kidding.
Texts I immediately got from Coup as the Grizzlies were revealed to get the #2 pick:
“Most boring possible outcome? Get ready for a year of Dunleavying Griffin on the bench for Randolph.”
Usually...
NBA Mock Lottery
May 18, 2009 by
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Here is what you need to know about the buzz surrounding this year’s NBA Draft. I didn’t know the Draft Lottery was tomorrow until I randomly google’d Blake Griffin today. And really this isn’t a Lottery it’s the Blake Griffin Sweepstakes. I’m very...
Stein on Blazers and Nash, Kidd…
May 18, 2009 by
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Over at ESPN, Marc Stein has some off-season “chatter” for all to read. The main focus is on what could happen to Steve Nash and Jason Kidd this summer. The Blazers get name-dropped like a professional athlete out of the mouth of a dumb blonde groupie:
“Portland,...
Brian Grant Has Parkinson’s Disease
May 18, 2009 by
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Ric Bucher of ESPN reports that former NBA great Brian Grant has Parkinson’s Disease. He was diagnosed with “young onset” (due to age) in January and apparently is just now coming out with it because this is the first I’ve heard of it. I’m not sure what else to say, frankly...
Game 7 Re-Thoughts
May 18, 2009 by
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Quick and simple thoughts here, no need to beat dead horses. LA beat up on Houston because 1) they decided to play defense for once and 2) Houston responded horribly to said defense. Instead of moving the ball and their bodies, they stagnated and dug themselves a mighty big hole that...
Watch me Tweet…
May 17, 2009 by
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If you’re a Twitter-maniac, I’m on our Twitter, tweet-ing about this Game 7’s. Follow it here.
Game 7’s Pre-Thoughts
May 17, 2009 by
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Thought you were done with these for the year, huh?
I’ll be the first to admit that ever since the Blazers were eliminated, I’ve been in a bit of a malaise when it comes to writing about the playoffs. I’ve sat and watched every game but I for the life of me haven...
Fixing The 4, pt. 1: Free Agents
May 16, 2009 by
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(The lack of updates are centered around me struggling to finish this beast. Enjoy)
So far at the RCP, the off-season talk has centered around what the Blazers need to fix. It’s been a lot easier than in years past. No sweating over the lottery, no having to dump 2-3 players...
What to do with Greg Oden?
May 13, 2009 by
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Nothing.
Now go enjoy the nice day.
In all seriousness, as I sat down to write about Oden I saw Dave had beat me to it, and really, he most of what there needed to be said. It doesn’t take a long essay to explain why Oden did, in fact, have a good rookie season, as I [...]
Brandon Roy voted on to All-NBA Second Team
May 13, 2009 by
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Here’s the story. He’s joins some fine company in Chris Paul, Tim Duncan, Paul Pierce and Yao Ming. Respect, Bird. Mad respect, Bird.
Remember when draft workouts mattered?
May 13, 2009 by
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I sure do and it feels so, so far away. Positive of a 54-win season: the draft is way less stressful. It’s no longer make or break. It’s nearly relaxing. We find a steal? Awesome. We trade the pick and some players? Even better. Pretty much anything the Blazers do in the...
What to do at the Small Forward?
May 11, 2009 by
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And we’re back. Apologies for the lack of updates, definitely had to take a couple days there to recharge the batteries after finals. (Who cares). Continuing with a little bit of off-season talk, now lets jump to the small forward problem. I know you’re probably making...
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