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Posts: 3803 (07/07/09 04:59:39) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Tags : None Welcome.
i	Hansbrough's debut a hit	#1	[-]
Posts: 3804 (07/07/09 05:03:24) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Hansbrough's debut a hit
i	NBA tweets	#2	[-]
Posts: 3805 (07/07/09 05:05:17) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Ric Bucher: On S&T between Suns/Rap w/Marion: sources says there's 50-50 chance of it happening. Don't know for whom, but it won't be Dampier. Twitter.com Sam Amico: My Orlando summer league notebook. Way to go, Hansbrough. bit.ly/k6Wvb Last Edited By: i 07/07/09 05:11:31. Edited 1 times.
i	Sources: LeBron says he'll stay	#3	[-]
Posts: 3806 (07/07/09 05:22:00) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Sources: LeBron says he'll stay In a last-ditch effort to recruit Trevor Ariza away from the Houston Rockets, LeBron James told Ariza he would remain with the Cavaliers past 2010, according to a person close to Ariza. Even that wasn't enough to get Ariza, who verbally committed to join the Rockets last Thursday, to change his mind and go to Cleveland. James But the Cavaliers will gladly settle for the consolation prize; if indeed James' statement to Ariza was more than an empty sales pitch. "Trevor asked LeBron if he would be in Cleveland after next season," the source said. "And LeBron said, 'I'll be there. Of course, I'll be there.'" James could not be reached for comment on Monday. ... Cavs general manager Danny Ferry and head coach Mike Brown flew to Los Angeles and met with Ariza on Sunday, according to several sources with knowledge of the situation. Ariza Ariza, who had accepted a five-year, $33.5 million offer from the Rockets last Thursday, also received telephone calls from James and Shaquille O'Neal. When James told Ariza he'd be a Cavalier past next season, Ariza was less than convinced. "He thought it was just a recruiting tool," the source said. "LeBron definitely said it, but until he signs the contract it doesn't mean much." ... Even so, according to sources, a flattered Ariza strongly considered reneging on his agreement with the Rockets and heading for Cleveland, which made him the same offer as Houston last week. In the end, however, he decided to keep his word to the Rockets. "He's a very loyal person," the source said. "[Rockets coach] Rick Adelman had lunch with him for three straight days last week and that meant a lot to him." Ariza presumably will sign with the Rockets on Wednesday, the first day free agents are allowed to sign contracts. But until then, other teams can recruit him, and he can change his mind. It sounds like a failed recruiting stunt only; but if Mr. James is not a prevaricator here, this would make teams trying to clear cap room for a shot at LeBron rethink that pipe-dream. Let us see if the 2010 frenzy dies down or not. If not, then NBA GMs do not place much stock in Mr. James' word, only contract inking. Trevor Ariza was smart not to bite on such an assurance. The only thing that might keep the uber-ambitious LeBron James as a Cleveland Cavalier is a combination of more money and, with investors from China considering buying into the Cavaliers, a better chance to tap the China market, and hopefully increase his market value globally. Last Edited By: i 07/07/09 05:30:12. Edited 2 times.
i	Sac travelers to meet the Casspi family	#4	[-]
Posts: 3807 (07/07/09 05:33:36) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Sac travelers to meet the Casspi family Led by unofficial tour director Rabbi Reuven "Bob" Taff, 21 members of Sacramento's Mosaic Law Congregation are en route to Israel for a 10-day trip that will include a visit with Omri Casspi's famiy at his home outside Tel Avis. Although the rookie forward is in Sacramento preparing to play for the Kings in the Las Vegas Summer League, with practices beginning Wednesday, his parents extended an invitation to the groups after learning of their plans through a mutual friend. "I have a friend over there who happens to be close with Omri's father," said Taff, "and he made the arrangements. Ilana (Casspi's mother) initially said she wanted to cook for us, but I said, 'no, no, that's too much trouble.' So we settled on light refreshments. We'll go over there after we land in Tel Aviv about 6. p.m., Tuesday. We asked everyone in our group to bring a Kings T-shirt. One family even designed their own T-shirts with a Kings logo intertwined with the star of David, and Omri's jersey number (18) in Hebrew. I also went to Arco Arena and had four shirts made - the ones they had at the rally that say, 'New Kings on the Block." We're going to present the shirts to Omri's parents (Shimon and Ilana) and his sister (Aviv) and brother (Eitan) when we get there. This is such a historic moment for the state of Israel. If Omri has an impact ... it would be incredible." The rangy 6-foot-9 Casspi, a small forward who played for Maccabi Tel Aviv before the Kings selected him with the second of their two first-round picks (23rd overall) in the recent NBA Draft, will become the first Israeli to play in the NBA. Taff, who says the size of his bi-annual travel groups had been almost halved because of the economy, expects a sizable representation from the Jewish community at the Kings home opener. "I don't think there's any doubt about that," he added. "They take their basketball very seriously in Israel." We'll catch up with Taff and the weary travelers after they meet with the Casspi family on Tuesday. Hopefully, we'll have some photos from the scene. Meantime, here's a quick glimpse of the Sactown adventurers. (Rabbi Taff is in the pink shirt).
i	Lakers, Odom Far Apart In Negotiations	#5	[-]
Posts: 3808 (07/07/09 05:37:18) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Lakers, Odom Far Apart In Negotiations Jul 07, 2009 8:18 AM EST There has been no movement in negotiations between the Lakers and free-agent forward Lamar Odom. Odom, who made $14.1 million last season, is asking for $10 million per year in a new contact. Los Angeles doesn't appear willing to grant his request, especially with their payroll increasing. "There's really nothing to report," said a source. If the Lakers don't re-sign Odom, there only spending tool is the biannual exception, an offer of a two-year contract starting at $1.99 million. "I hope so," Kobe Bryant said of Odom returning. "He better be." Via Los Angeles Times One can only hope that someone other than the Lakers signs him. Tomorrow should be interesting...
i	Free Agent "BIG guy"s	#6	[-]
Posts: 3809 (07/07/09 06:00:24) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I know when Geoff Petrie said the Kings would be looking for another "big guy" he do not say it would be through free agency. But there are free agent "big guy"s still available. Here (below) is a partial list of available players... Andersen, Chris Bass, Brandon Davis, Glen Diogu, Ike Frye, Channing Gooden, Drew Gortat, Marcin Herrmann, Walter Lee, David McDyess, Antonio Millsap, Paul Mihm, Chris Oberto, Fabricio Odom, Lamar Pachulia, Zaza Varejao, Anderson Last Edited By: i 07/07/09 06:09:18. Edited 2 times.
i	Draft pick signings?	#7	[-]
Posts: 3810 (07/07/09 06:11:15) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Other NBA teams have already begun signing their draft picks. When will the Kings sign Tyreke Evans and Omri Casspi? With all the talk about how much they like these picks, why haven't they signed them already? And will they sign Jon Brockman?
jodystone6467	Todays NBA Rumors: Tuesday, July 7:	#8	[-]
Posts: 15679 (07/07/09 07:52:08) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Could Carney make return appearance? http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/news_details/article/126/2009/july/07/could-carney-make-return-appearance-1.html Andre Miller As A Trail Blazer? http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/sixerville/Andre_Miller_As_A_Trail_Blazer.html Free Agent Buzz (UPDATE) http://ken-berger.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/11838893/15920813 Hill is Ainge's new target: http://www.boston.com/sports/basketball/celtics/articles/2009/07/07/hill_is_ainge8217s_new_target/?page=full Knicks get another shot at Grant Hill, nine years after Ewing deal nixed: http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketball/knicks/2009/07/06/2009-07-06_knicks_get_another_shot_at_grant_hill_nine_years_later.html The Magic aren't interested in Glen "Big Baby" Davis http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/sports_magic/2009/07/otis-smith-the-magic-arent-interested-in-glen-big-baby-davis.html: Dallas Mavericks' off-season plan is in play: http://www.star-telegram.com/287/story/1471991.html Mavericks interested in Marion but Raptors need third-party help: http://www.thestar.com/sports/nba/article/661918 Kidd likes his playoff chances with Mavs: http://www.star-telegram.com/287/story/1471956.html FREE AGENCY: http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/basketball/mavs/stories/DN-mavslede_07spo.ART.State.Edition1.4bbf7f9.html Restless Dwyane Wade puts the Heat on Miami to be a title contender: http://newsok.com/wade-will-return-if-.../article/3383402 Pistons' Dumars is in a tight fix with coaching job: http://www.detnews.com/article/20090707/SPORTS0102/907070327/1127/ Pondering the Rockets future while waiting for Ariza's signature, Yao's decision: http://blogs.chron.com/nba/2009/07/pondering_the_rockets_future_w.html Utah Jazz notebook: Koufos out after finger injury: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705315302/Utah-Jazz-notebook-Koufos-out-after-finger-injury.html Insider: Toronto's win in the Hedo Turkoglu tug-of-war is a Blazers victory: http://blog.oregonlive.com/behindblazersbeat/2009/07/insider_toronto_s_win_in_the_t.html New Magic man Ryan Anderson takes a while to get going at Orlando Summer League: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/sports/orlando-magic/orl-sportsorlando-magic-notes-07070709jul07,0,4946206.story
i	Bibby Agrees To $18M Deal With Hawks	#9	[-]
Posts: 3811 (07/07/09 09:14:25) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Bibby Agrees To $18M Deal With Hawks Jul 07, 2009 9:10 AM EST Mike Bibby has agreed to a three-year deal with the Hawks, according to two sources close to the situation. The new deal is worth $18 million, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Bibby averaged 14.9 points, 5.0 assists and 3.5 rebounds last season for the Hawks, who won 47 games and advanced to the second round for the first time in over a decade. Via Atlanta Journal-Constitution
SDKappaSig	Free Agent Big Men	#10	[-]
Posts: 295 (07/07/09 09:41:52) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I know hes not a scorer (ie petrie guy) but I would be totally on board with dropping a 3 yr 18mil offer on Chris Anderson - rebounding and blocking shots would be a welcome sight to the Sac frontcourt
i	Birdman	#11	[-]
Posts: 3812 (07/07/09 09:58:30) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Me too, SDKappaSig. But it seems that Chris Anderson loves Colorado and his life there.
jodystone6467	R.I.P.	#12	[-]
Posts: 15680 (07/07/09 12:48:38) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Michael Jackson...R.I.P
BigO		#13	[-]
Posts: 143 (07/07/09 13:29:07) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	i wrote: I know when Geoff Petrie said the Kings would be looking for another "big guy" he do not say it would be through free agency. But there are free agent "big guy"s still available. Here (below) is a partial list of available players... Andersen, Chris Bass, Brandon Davis, Glen Diogu, Ike Frye, Channing Gooden, Drew Gortat, Marcin Herrmann, Walter Lee, David McDyess, Antonio Millsap, Paul Mihm, Chris Oberto, Fabricio Odom, Lamar Pachulia, Zaza Varejao, Anderson My thoughts on this group. Chris Anderson - love him. He's a weak individual defender in the post, but otherwise he gives exactly what the Kings need - a long, athletic big who can rebound and block shots. But he belongs in Denver, especially after finally getting his life together, and just isn't the type of player worth breaking the bank for. Brandon Bass - Undersized and not a great defender. I don't see a reason to sign him Glen Davis - I like Davis and he's a good scoring big with decent shooting and surprising ball handling and a strong position defender in the post. But he's also undersized and not a good rebounder or shotblocker. Ike Diogu - Like what he brings and has showed some signs of being an actual contributor. Like most on this list he is undersized, but he has a familiarity with the team and could come cheap. A one year deal or a small multi-year would be okay with me. Not ideal, but okay. Channing Frye - Softer than Charmin. No thanks. Drew Gooden - Will demand a higher price than he's worth and simply doesn't add the dimensions that the Kings need Marcin Gortat - Would love to have him but (1) he's got more attractive suitors and (2) he'll command a salary that will eat significant caproom. Unless he was going to supplant Hawes or Thompson as a starter, that's too much money for a backup big. Walter Hermann - I think for the same price Diogu would give the same things but better. David Lee - Again, doesn't bring what the Kings need. I like him, but not a great fit IMO especially for the price. Antonio McDyess - Will likely sign with a vet filled contending team. Doesn't have the same value for a rebuilding team that wants to run. And with his athleticism sapped by age his size and defense are issues. Paul Milsap - Another undersized overacheiver, but probably my favorite of the bunch. But again, not worth the price tag if the Kings are gearing up to make a splash in free agency next offseason. Chris Mihm - Depending on his health and price may be worth a shot. On a one year deal, I'd take him. Fabricio Oberto - Would also be happy with him as a one ear rental. Lamar Odom - An intriguing player, but just too maddeningly inconsistent. And if he wasn't bringing it every night for a title team, what would the Kings see from him. He'd have a hefty price tag and wouldn't prove worth it IMO. Besides, even after all the posturing I'd be shocked if he didn't re-up with the Lakers. ZaZa Pachulia - Not a big fan and his price would be too high, but I wouldn't mind him. Anderson Varejao - Again, not a huge fan. And certainly not interested in eating up caproom for him. But if he could be had in a sign-and-trade for Garcia or Nocioni I'd take it. Would clear the logjam at SF and give an active big. Those are my takes anyway.
Wyo		#14	[-]
Posts: 953 (07/07/09 15:56:05) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I think Davis and Diogu make the most sense for the Kings. I'd be pleased to see either on the roster.
i	2009 NBA Summer League Rosters	#15	[-]
Posts: 3813 (07/07/09 16:18:11) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	2009 NBA Summer League Rosters
i	Is there are Summer League "BIG guy" for the Kings to sign?	#16	[-]
Posts: 3814 (07/07/09 17:06:34) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Is there are Summer League "BIG guy" for the Kings to sign? Here (below) is a partial list of "BIG guy"s from the various NBA Summer League teams (who are not someone else's draft picks): (Chicago Bulls) 14 Lorenzo Mata-Real C/F 6-8 230 02/27/86 UCLA R 40 James Augustine F/C 6-10 240 02/27/84 Illinois 2 42 Nick Lewis F/C 6-11 240 04/20/83 San Diego R 50 Luke Zeller C 6-11 240 04/07/87 Notre Dame R (Dallas Mavericks) 20 Herbert Hill F 6-8 235 Providence 10/1/84 R 44 Andre Brown F 6-9 245 DePaul 5/12/81 4 50 Alfred Aboya F 6-9 245 UCLA 1/2/85 R 51 Moussa Seck C 7-4 220 Senegal 10/26/86 R 55 Bryson McKenzie F 6-10 230 Northern Illinois 7/19/83 R (Denver Nuggets) 12 C.J. Giles F/C 6-11 240 9/25/85 Oregon State R (Detroit Pistons) 34 Dwayne Jones C 6-11 250 St. Joseph's (PA) 6/9/83 4 44 Trent Plaisted F 6-11 245 BYU 10/20/86 R (Golden State Warriors) 33 Jamareo Davidson F/C 6-10 230 11/15/84 Alabama 2 35 Jamal Sampson C 6-11 235 5/15/83 Cal 5 (Houston Rockets) 2 Rod Benson F 6-10 225 10/10/84 California R 5 Marcus Cousin C 6-11 250 12/18/86 Houston R 33 Charles Gaines F 6-9 225 10/15/81 Southern Mississippi R 20 Maarty Leunen F 6-9 220 9/3/85 Oregon R 7 Brad Newley G 6-7 201 2/18/85 Australia R 34 Darryl Watkins C 6-11 258 11/8/84 Syracuse 1 (Los Angeles Clippers) 54 Kevinn Pinckney C 6-10 245 12/12/79 Nevada 1 (Los Angeles Lakers) 50 Aron Baynes C 6-11 270 12/9/86 Washington St. R 10 Taylor Rochestie G 6-1185 7/1/85 Washington St. R 55 Luke Schenscher C 7-1 260 12/31/82 Georgia Tech 2 (Memphis Grizzlies) 8 Jeff Adrien F 6-7 243 2/10/1986 Connecticut Connecticut (NCAA) R 30 Longar Longar C 6-11 234 3/3/1983 Oklahoma Los Angeles D-Fenders (D-League) R 35 Greg Stiemsma C 6-11 260 9/26/1985 Wisconsin Sioux Falls Skyforce (D-League) R (Milwaukee Bucks) Will McDonald C 6' 11" 255 South Florida 10/5/1979 R Juan Palacios F 6' 8" 245 Louisville 5/11/1985 R Chris Richard F 6' 9" 255 Florida 12/25/1984 1 Szymon Szewczyk F 6' 10" 242 Poland 12/21/1982 R Mohammed Tangara F/C 6' 8" 248 Chaminade 8/11/1984 R (Minnesota Timberwolves) 51 Steven Hill C 7-0 248 11/14/85 Arkansas 1 31 Rob Kurz F 6-9 232 3/5/85 Notre Dame 1 4 Oleksiy Pecherov F 7-0 234 12/8/85 Ukraine 2 20 Garret Siler C 6-11 305 10/25/86 Augusta State R (New Orleans Hornets) 55 Earl Barron C 7-0 268 8/14/81 Memphis 3 34 Brian Cusworth C 7-0 255 3/9/84 Harvard None 50 Luke Nevill C 7-2 265 2/19/86 Utah R 8 Marc Salyers F 6-9 220 2/28/79 Samford None 44 Courtney Sims C 6-11 245 10/21/83 Michigan 2 35 Anthony Tolliver F 6-8 240 6/1/85 Creighton 1 (New York Knicks) 44 Warren Carter F 6-9 220 4/ 23/1985 Illinois R 47 Yaroslav Korolev F 6-10 245 05/7/1987 Moscow 2 50 Rashaad Singleton C 7-0 270 5/22/1987 Florida Southern R 55 Nikoloz Tskitishvili F 7-0 225 4/13/1983 Intl 4 (Oklahoma City Thunder) 15 Marcus Dove* F 6-9 212 06/17/85 Oklahoma State R 50 Devon Hardin C 6-11 235 06/03/86 California R (Phoenix Suns) 35 Kaspars Berzins C 7-0 225 08/25/85 Latvia R 8 Jiri Hubalek F/C 6-11 225 11/25/82 Iowa State R (Portland Trailblazers) Matt Freije F 6-10 240 10-2-81 Vanderbilt 2 David Padgett C 6-11 230 2-13-85 Louisville R (SACRAMENTO KINGS) 43 John Bryant C 6-11 275 06/13/1987 Santa Clara R (San Antonio Spurs) 10 James Gist F 6-9 235 10/26/86 Maryland R 18 Eric Dawson F/C 6-9 235 7/7/84 Midwestern State R 19 Marcus Vinicius F 6-9 235 5/31/84 Brazil 2 (Toronto Raptors) Paul Davis C 6-11 270 7/21/1984 Michigan State 2 (Washington Wizards) 54 Jon Edwards C 7-0 275 07/31/81 Kent State 2 55 Josh Heytvelt F/C 6-11 260 06/02/86 Gonzaga R 43 James Lang C 6-10 285 10/17/83 Central Park (HS) 1 Last Edited By: i 07/07/09 17:20:23. Edited 1 times.
i	Orlando Summer League: Day 1	#17	[-]
Posts: 3815 (07/07/09 17:12:43) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Orlando Summer League: Day 1
i	Yeah, right.	#18	[-]
Posts: 3816 (07/07/09 17:24:25) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Sources: LeBron Didn't Say He's Staying Jul 07, 2009 12:26 PM EST Contradicting an earlier report, Chris Broussard writes that "sources close to the Cavaliers' superstar" said that LeBron James did not tell Trevor Ariza he would remain in Cleveland after next season. A source told Broussard on Monday that James, in his pitch to get Ariza to sign in Cleveland, informed Ariza that he'll play with the Cavaliers past 2010. "[B]ut on Tuesday, sources who spoke to James said the story told by the person close to Ariza was wrong," Broussard reports. Via ESPN Yeah, right. Got caught in a lie and is having to back-peddle and do spin control. 2010 bidding war at stake.
i	July 8	#19	[-]
Posts: 3817 (07/07/09 17:29:48) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Tomorrow, we will see who actually signs with who; and from there on out, throughout the Summer, transactions will continue. The economy and the luxury tax, and memories of horrific overpaying of players, is going to diminish free agents' chances of a those gigantic paydays they and their agents have been fantasizing about. Teams are saving their insane Rashard Lewis money for mega-stars like LeBron James and Dwayne Wade. Then again, what happens in 2010 when these owners and GMs have saved all that cap room and cannot get either of these guys? Will the get stupid again?