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About Corey Maggette
Posted by Scott Sargent Categories: Free Agency, News, Roto, Rumors, Talent, Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers,
While Bill Plaschke pours his heart out to Elton Brand in L.A. and Golden State fans are still hoping they’re just in a bad dream, the rest of the NBA is looking at the rest of the free agent pool - with one of the bigger names out there being a former Clipper in Corey Maggette.
Magg’s fantasy value has always been in his scoring efforts as well as his contributions in terms of efficiency. One of the better free throw shooters in the league, Maggette typically finds a way to get to the rack or cash in from the stripe if hindered. Never much of a rebounder or defender..or three-point shooter for that matter… some have been a bit touchy with drafting someone that could only help in select categories.
But this value may be on the rise (or the fall) depending on where Maggette lands…
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Chris Duhon: Fantasy Sleeper?
Posted by Scott Sargent Categories: Sleepers, Talent, New York Knicks,
Last season, I blanket vetoed any and all members of the New York Knicks. Too inconsistent, lacking motivation, and well…Zach Randolph was in town. This year, my feelings towards Stephon Marbury haven’t changed all too much, but the addition of Mike D’Antoni should be enough to shift most of us to at least a “semi-favorable” feeling on some of the guys suiting up in Madison Square Garden. You know they’ll at least score a bunch. But do not let yourself be fooled in to thinking Starbury has shifted his focus from the back seat of trucks to the hardwood.
While one would think Stephon would need to make up some lost ground for the Steve and Barry’s bankruptcy, the New York Times reports that the recent signing of Chris Duhon could be for more than just a warm body off of the bench.
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Elton Brand Has Some Decisions to Make
Posted by Scott Sargent Categories: Free Agency, Pacific Division, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Talent,
While we followed up on the recent Baron Davis news not too long ago, this game of musical chairs appears to be far from over.
The Warriors appear to have been caught off guard by Sir Davis leaving for Los Angeles, thus have decided to start hurling contract offers all over the league. Word came out that Chris Mullin and crew made an offer to Washington’s Gilbert Arenas - but he appears to be staying put. So, next on the list?
Former (and possibly returning) Clipper power forward Elton Brand
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You, SIr, Are No Greg Oden
Posted by Scott Sargent Categories: NBA Draft, Rookies, Talent, Miami Heat,
Those of you that have read my work in the past know that I’m not a huge fan of taking the fantasy plunge with rookies on draft day. For every Chris Paul and Dwyane Wade, we’ve had a Darko Milicic and Michael Olowokandi. This year, we will be faced with decisions on when to take members of this year’s draft class. If you inking of giving Michael Beasley the “Kevin Durant treatment” and take him in the early middle rounds, maybe this will make you think twice:
MIAMI (AP)—Michael Beasley’s first official practice with the Miami Heat ended quickly.
Beasley was struck in the chest by an inadvertent elbow during a defensive drill about 45 minutes into Miami’s first summer-league workout session Wednesday, and the No. 2 overall pick in last week’s NBA draft was taken to a doctor for observation.
Obviously, the team may just be a little touchy with their prized possession from a few Thursday’s ago. But if the kid can’t take an elbow during drills, what is he going to do when Brendan Haywood comes to town?
Beasley catches elbow, leaves 1st Heat practice [AP]
Exodus from the Bay?
Posted by Scott Sargent Categories: Free Agency, News, Talent, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers,
Wow, that didn’t take long. As discussed briefly yesterday, Baron Davis looks to be relocating intrastate, as he has reportedly agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Clippers. While Bill Simmons picked a crummy year to not renew his season tickets, the Clips could be looking at a starting five of Davis, Cuttino Mobley, Quinton Ross, Elton Brand and Chris Kaman.
Yes, I left Corey Maggette off of that list as his money will likely now have “Baron Davis” written on the paycheck. As Nels broke down here, this doesn’t exactly bode well for those that were planning on using an early pick to select Davis in the fantasy world. Even worse if you were counting on Brevin Knight.
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Free Agents! They’re Everywhere!
Posted by Scott Sargent Categories: Free Agency, Rumors, Talent, Washington Wizards, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers,
By now, you’ve likely heard that a few of last season’s top producers (and one that should have been pre-injury) have decided that they will test the free agency waters.
Obviously, this will have a vast impact on the upcoming fantasy season. Rumors have it that Baron Davis will look at the Clippers, with the possible addition of Gilbert Arenas in Golden State? It’s a crazy world we live in; this I know.
Stay tuned to see where these players land, as we’re seeing some serious cash being left on the respective tables. And if you have time to kill, head to Disney World. You may just run into a future top-three fantasy pick!
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Sigh.
If you’re in the New York area, SlamOnline has the details for a clebration of those players that have about a 25 percent chance of ruining your fantasy season*.
Led by head coach Mike Krzyzewski, Team USA will gather at Rockefeller Center’s famed ice rink for a team introduction that will feature all 12 members of the squad that will represent the United States this summer. The event will be hosted by TV personality Kevin Frazier.
No word on whether J.J. Redick will be in attendance.
*Not statistically proven, by any means
Celebrate the US Olympic Team Monday in NYC! [Slam Online]
The NBA Draft came and went quicker than a Vegas night’s sleep. All of the mocks that preceded, and all of the commentary that followed seemed to roll right along with what most of us felt prior to the “big day”: No one has any idea what is going to happen.
Yes, the Rose-Beasley combo was at the top of many lists. But who in the world thought that a top guard would fall to Indiana, and then they would trade him away? Who thought that Darrell Arthur would fall into Brady Quinn territory? Who knew that the Lopez brothers both sounded like they took turns playing South Park’s Ned?
While we were blindsided by several different events of the evening, the clay has been shaped for what will likely be yet another interesting season. And the best part? The roster moves are far from done.
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Dropping Dimes Two-on-Two Tourney: Round 1, Games 11 and 12
Posted by Scott Sargent Categories: H2H, NBA Playoffs, Props, Site Features, Street Ball, Talent,
I come to you not even 48 hours after my beloved Cavs have been bounced from the playoffs. Paul Pierce, well played. Cleveland supporting cast, I wish I could stay the same. There’s a reason that LeBron James is the only Cavalier in this tournament. All I have to say is that Danny Ferry better get to work.
With that said, last week brought us a showcase of guard talent. This week takes a slightly different twist, bringing us a truckload of big men. While two of them are pictured to the right, there are a few more that will deserve some consideration.
Let’s cut to the chase and get on with this week’s match-ups.
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Prospect Pro Specs: Michael Beasley
Posted by Alvin Lai Categories: NBA Draft, Site Features, Talent,
The Knicks had the fifth worst record this past season. How would “Be Easy” play in the Big Apple? The educated guess would have to be the Knickerbocker faithful would be supremely pleased if the ping pong balls dropped their way when the draft lottery takes place. The Knicks have a new coach in Mike D’Antoni. Who wants to bet he will miss the desert when he’s trying to turn Zach Randolph and Eddy Curry into the new Amare and Matrix show?
How the Knicks get made over will be one of the stories to follow this summer. Will it be another “cold” lottery card that lets the Knicks land the big prize on draft day? (Look into the Patrick Ewing draft conspiracy stories if you do not know what I’m referring to.)
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