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who the hell wants Hughes?
Ska its been going on long enough...time to lock....
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wait someone wants hughes?
WHO and PLZ take him off the bulls
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Center Adonal Foyle has re-signed with the Orlando Magic for the 2008-09 season. A 10-year-veteran, Foyle opted out of his two-year contract after last season to become a free agent. Orlando Sentinel
Ben Gordon hasn't given up on staying with the Bulls, but he does see the writing on the wall. The Bulls don't want to pay the luxury tax, and unless that policy changes, they have a finite amount of money to offer Gordon to start a new contract. Add it up over six years, and the restricted free agent would have to accept a smaller average salary (about $9.8 million) than the team offered him last summer. Arlington Heights Daily Herald
"It looks that way," Ben Gordon said Friday. "I don't think they want to lose their leading scorer for nothing. Maybe they do, I don't know." Gordon spoke at the Bulls-White Sox Training Academy in Lisle, where he hosted a basketball camp. He'll take part in another camp next week featuring a different Bulls guest every day. Aaron Gray, Joakim Noah, Derrick Rose and Bulls legend Bob Love are also scheduled to attend. Arlington Heights Daily Herald
Gordon could sign the one-year qualifying offer and become an unrestricted free agent next summer, when several NBA teams will have cap room to spend. In order to do that, however, he'd have to endure a lame-duck season with the Bulls. His playing time might even drop if the Bulls chose not to ease the current backcourt logjam, which also includes Kirk Hinrich, Larry Hughes, Thabo Sefolosha and Rose, their top draft pick. Arlington Heights Daily Herald
Gordon said he'd like to set a deadline for getting his contract resolved, but he didn't want to name a date and clearly wants to give the process more time. He also will not join Luol Deng on the Great Britain national team next month unless his contract is signed. Arlington Heights Daily Herald
There are teams interested in doing a sign-and-trade transaction for Gordon. Still, the Bulls would likely refuse to take back salaries that would lift them into luxury-tax territory. "All you need is one," Gordon said of a potential trade partner. "You don't need 29. All you need is one. A sign-and-trade, both sides would have to agree, so we'll see what happens. Arlington Heights Daily Herald
Free agent Dwayne Mitchell, a 6-foot-5 guard out of Louisiana-Lafayette, signed a contract Friday with the Lakers. Per team policy, terms were not announced. Mitchell played the majority of last season for the Iowa Energy of the NBA Development League before leaving in February to join Brose Baskets Bamberg in Germany. Orange County Register
As the calendar turns to August, the Suns continue to work the phones in the hope of bringing second-round draft pick Goran Dragic to Phoenix this fall - with the idea of making the 22-year-old the full-time backup to Steve Nash at the point. Spanish newspapers and Web sites are reporting that Tau Ceramica, the Spanish team that owns Dragic's rights, is looking into backup plans to replace him if he heads to the NBA this summer. Tau has had talks with former Sun Andre Barrett, offering about $800,000 for his services. Veteran point guard Earl Boykins is also a consideration. East Valley Tribune
Even if Dragic comes to Phoenix, the Suns could sign a veteran point guard, with the understanding he would be third-string, or sign a younger free agent with the idea of developing him. East Valley Tribune
The Pistons agreed to a one-year deal with backup Walter Herrmann. The 6-foot-9 small forward was an unrestricted free agent. Salary information was not disclosed. Detroit Free Press
On Thursday, the 76ers and guard Lou Williams reached an agreement. Yesterday, Williams' agent, Merle Scott, said his client would formally sign the five-year contract next week when the two parties can "schedule a time." The value of the contract is reportedly about $25 million. In his three-year Sixers career, Williams has averaged 7.2 points and 2.2 assists per game, but he averaged 11.5 points per game last season and 12 in the 76ers' six-game playoff loss to Detroit. Philadelphia Inquirer
Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard was arrested in his hometown after police said he was drag racing at nearly 40 mph above the posted speed. Howard is charged with going 94 mph in a 55 mph zone, careless and reckless driving, and speed competition. AP/Philadelphia Daily News
An officer conducting speed enforcement spotted Howard's black Lexus and another vehicle approaching at a high rate of speed on U.S. Highway 421 shortly before midnight. The officer stopped only Howard's vehicle. Howard, 28, was released on a written promise to appear in court Sept. 23 in Winston-Salem. The incident is the latest in a bewildering few months for Howard, who sparked controversy during the playoffs with comments on the radio about his off-season marijuana use. Soon after, his late-night birthday party infuriated former coach Avery Johnson and led him to cancel practice the day before Game 5 of the series against New Orleans. Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Throughout the off-season, the Mavs have denied any interest in trading Josh Howard and say they have been impressed with his work ethic and desire to make amends. A late first-round pick by the Mavs in 2003, Howard, an All-Star in 2007, is entering his sixth NBA season and the second of a four-year, $40 million contract. Fort Worth Star-Telegram
[h2]Olympiakos Could Make Run AtLeBron[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 4:58 PM EST
Olympiakos isconsidering a run at LeBron James when he becomes a free agent in 2010, according to a source close to Sports Illustrated's Ian Thomsen.
As a free agent in 2010, his new contract in the NBA would start at less than $20 million annually.
The owners of Olympiakos already lose millions annually on their player payroll. It may be worthwhile to them to lose $40 million ormore in exchange for the grandeur of LeBron.
Via SI.com
Euroleague Basketball, Cleveland Cavaliers
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[h2]Boozer Hasn't ForgottenBronze[/h2]
Aug 02, 2008 11:13 AM EST
Jazz forwardCarlos Boozer hasn't forgotten the bronze medal he took home with the U.S. Olympic team in 2004, according to The Deseret News.
"At first, it was disappointment," said Boozer. "Now that we're here, it's a distant memory."
Boozer is one of four players - the others being LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony and Dwyane Wade - who were part of the 2004 squad thatwent 5-3 in Athens four years ago.
"We're learning from it," Boozer said. "The guys that were on that team - we take that pain that we felt when wecame back home with bronze. We know exactly what's at stake."
Via The Deseret News
Utah Jazz
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[h2]Lakers Sign DwayneMitchell[/h2]
Aug 02, 2008 11:25 AM EST
The Los AngelesLakers have signed free agent guard Dwayne Mitchell, it was announced today.
Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not released.
Mitchell, a 6'5" 220-pound guard out of Louisiana Lafayette, played the majority of last season for the Iowa Energy of theNBA Development League before leaving in February to join Brose Baskets Bamberg in Germany.
In 31 games including 29 starts with the Energy, Mitchell averaged 20.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.60 steals in 37.3minutes, earning a spot in the 2008 D-League All-Star game.
Via NBA.com
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[h2]Herrmann SignsOne-Year Deal With Pistons[/h2]
Aug 02, 2008 11:18 AM EST
Forward WalterHerrmann has signed a one-year deal with the Pistons for an undisclosed amount, according to The Detroit Free Press.
Herrmann spent half of the 2007-08 season with Detroit.
Via The Detroit Free Press
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[h2]Stern Fires Back AtFormer Sonics' Owner[/h2]
Aug 02, 2008 11:10 AM EST
NBACommissioner David Stern fired back against accusations from former SuperSonics' owner Howard Schultz on Friday, claiming that he never made threateningremarks to the executive, according to The Associated Press.
Schultz, who owned the Sonics until July 2006, claimed in a court filing last week that Stern told him during a conversation that theeffort would become "very expensive" for Schultz and his partners if he did not enter a settlement with the city.
"At no time during the conversation did I threaten Mr. Schultz in any way -- either expressly or implicitly -- regarding hiscontinuation of this lawsuit or any other matter," Stern wrote in the document filed Friday.
Via ESPN
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[h2]Jason WilliamsMulling Offer From Maccabi Elite[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 11:06 PM EST
According to areport by the East Valley Tribune, Heat free agent point guard Jason Williams is currently mulling an offer from Maccabi Tel Aviv.
The offer is believed to be worth more than Williams has been offered by any NBA team, but Williams is more likely to re-sign with theMiami Heat at a figure at or near the minimum.
Via East Valley Tribune
Miami Heat
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[h2]Suns Still Trying To BringDragic[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 11:02 PM EST
The PhoenixSuns are still hoping to have second round selection Goran Dragic in uniform this season as the backup for Steve Nash, the East Valley Tribune isreporting.
Tau Ceramica have looked at Andre Barrett and possibly Earl Boykins as potential replacements for Dragic should he leave, with thebuyout still being the biggest hurdle.
Dragic's buyout is believed to be 1 million euros, or about $1.5 million U.S., after next season, but if both sides can form anagreement on a settlement early he could leave this year.
Phoenix can only contribute $500,000 towards a buyout, however, and if Dragic was to leave this year it is believed that thesettlement would be higher than next year's buyout price.
Via East Valley Tribune
Phoenix Suns
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[h2]Josh HowardArrested After Drag Racing In Hometown[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 7:46 PM EST
Josh Howard wasarrested in his hometown after police said he was drag racing on a Winston-Salem street.
He is charged with speeding (94 mph in a 55 mph zone), careless and reckless driving, and speed competition. He has been released fromthe Forsyth County jail on a written promise to appear in court Sept. 23.
Via ESPN
Dallas Mavericks
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[h2]Clippers WithdrawQualifying Offer To Fazekas[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 7:22 PM EST
The Los AngelesClippers today announced that the team and forward Nick Fazekas have agreed to the withdrawal of the teams qualifying offer dated June 25, making Fazekas anunrestricted free agent. Signed by the Clippers as a free agent on March 18, Fazekas appeared in 26 games last season for Los Angeles, averaging 4.1 points,3.4 rebounds and 0.4 assists in 10.3 minutes
Via Press Release
Los Angeles Clippers
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[h2]Baron To Visit Nellie InMaui?[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 4:32 PM EST
Even thoughBaron Davis left for the Clippers and was benched for the second half of the second to last game of the season, there isn't any animosity between him andDon Nelson.
Davis is even going to visit Nelson in Maui this summer.
"It'll be good to see him-I miss him," Nelson said.
Via San Jose Mercury News
Golden State Warriors
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[h2]Artest Finds His House InHouston[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 2:33 PM EST
Ron Artestfound out he will become a member of the Houston Rockets earlier this week, and he already has his footing in the real estate market.
"I got my house already," he said. "About to get settled in and start working out."
Via Houston Chronicle
Houston Rockets
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[h2]Sixers And Iguodala InConstant Dialogue[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 2:23 PM EST
A source closeto the negotiations has said the 76ers and Andre Iguodala's agent are in a constant dialogue.
If Iguodala plays this season for the qualifying offer, next summer's market could be even tougher. Teams might tighten theirbelts - thus protecting cap space - to have money for the free-agent class of 2010.
Via Philadelphia Inquirer
Philadelphia 76ers
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[h2]Gordon Angling For More ThanDeng?[/h2]
Aug 01, 2008 2:11 PM EST
The Bulls andBen Gordon's camp remain far apart in their negotiations.
According to sources, the Bulls are offering an average salary in the $8 million to $9 million range, while Gordon is looking forsomething in the $12 million range.
Luol Deng's deal averages $11.8 million.
Via Chicago Sun-Times
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Gordon is a moron, just take the 8 or 9 mill a year and shut up. Hes lucky to be getting that much.
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Gordon needs to realize that Deng is getting paid more because he does more for the team. Deng isn't one-dimensional like Gordon.
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BG is a fool 12 mil?
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how much did barbosa get paid? ben gordon should get something similar to that deal, no way he gets more than luol deng
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I understand wifey supposed to hold you down, but how wifey gonna have more jawline then you?
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So what happen to this big mix up of the pistons core that was supposed to happen?
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Its comin, I wouldn't mind stayin the same though and if it aint broke don't fix it. For the most part Joe D as done a good job, ( kwame
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Gordon is ******ed. He believes he is worth 12 million a year? He don't even start for the most part.
I'm surprised he is even getting offered 8 to 9 million at that.
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camby trade was the most garbage thing i've seen. what value do you get from trading a player one year removed from the defensive mvp of the league for asecond round pick? who on earth are you going to pick up in the second round that's going to fill that void? maybe get the 1/30 odds of getting an all proin the second round
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and mutumbo's gotta call it quits. gonna be the first dude ever to be playing well into his 50's lol.
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artest to rockets is crazy. i can't wait to see that.
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If Jwill goes and plays overseas I will be devastated.
Id rather him just retire.
Id rather him just retire.
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Mutombo is still healthy as any NBA player right now.LOL.
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Wish the Pistons signed him over Kwame
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voice still sounds good as ever...one elbow from Mutombo is as effective as 15 min from Kwame.
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We can only hope.
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Whatever Gm trades for Hughes should be fired
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Is it Mr. Perfect?
