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Posted at 12:49 PM

The Masters of the Klondike on freedarko.com

It would seem that last night’s infernal burst of Gilbertology might truly need no comment from ours truly. As in, we live in heaven, he lives alone, our souls are intertwined and the moment need not be soiled by explanation. The more and more I gazed upon that fascinating... Link

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Posted at 09:49 PM

Fantasy Basketblog

So I had a strategy this year going into the draft. It was pretty simple – draft players who were likely to play 80 games, take the best player available over the first 6-7 rounds but also make sure to get two solid centers so I wouldn’t have to... Link

Read More: Brendan Haywood , Chris Bosh , Dirk Nowitzki , Eddie Jones , Houston Rockets , Jason Terry , Josh Howard , Marquis Daniels , Rasheed Wallace , Stromile Swift , Toronto Raptors

Posted at 04:23 PM

Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes

Eric Pincus of HoopsWorld.com reports on trade talk that could send Ron Artest to the Lakers...Since Artest makes just $7.4 million in 2007 (as opposed to Odom's $13.2 million), the Lakers would be able to keep the same core of...... Link

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Posted at 08:56 AM

Yahoo! Sports - NBA News

Chris Bosh had 30 points and 11 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors handed the Charlotte Bobcats their seventh straight loss, 111-103 on Saturday night. With Toronto Leading 99-98, Bosh hit two free throws, then blocked Brevin Knight at the other end, leading to Morris Peterson's driving layup that made... Link

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Posted at 07:38 PM

Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes

Phil Jackson, the veteran coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, told reporters yesterday that his team should have room to hire a couple of free agents next season. And when he was asked about who might be on his list,...... Link

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Posted at 10:14 AM

Yahoo! Sports - NBA News

Life is a lot more enjoyable for the Toronto Raptors now that they've finally won a game. "Every one likes each other again," said a chuckling Mike James after the Raptors beat the first-place Miami Heat 107-94 on Sunday to end Toronto's longest losing streak since 2003. Chris Bosh... Link

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Posted at 02:45 PM

Fantasy Basketblog

So BV did his draft recap and now it’s my turn. Like he said, we start 10 players (PG, SG, G, SF, PF, F, C, C, UT, UT), with three bench spots, 12 teams. So it’s a pretty deep league, and it’s very competitive. Hard to slip sleepers past... Link

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Posted at 09:39 AM

Fantasy Basketblog

Here at FBB headquarters, we do our best to make sure that our readers (hi, Mom!) are as prepared as they could possibly be for their fantasy drafts. And because we did all these rankings, analysis, etc., you’d think that we’d be totally ready for our draft, which happened... Link

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Posted at 09:27 AM

NBA FAN BLOG

  Boston Celtics What can i say about the Celts? I'm confused by this team year after year. It's nice to see them do well, but sometimes i have to wonder how they do it? Paul Pierce of course is the only consistent scorer Celtics fans have known for... Link

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Posted at 10:22 AM

Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes

Don't be surprised if the Lakers focus on Raptors forward Chris Bosh, the best least-known and underappreciated big man in the NBA....... Link

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Posted at 10:15 AM

Fantasy Basketblog

Taken early, a power forward can really help shape your draft. Taking a center-esque PF like Elton Brand in the first couple rounds means you can hold off on a center for a good while. Taking a PF that can step outside and knock down a three like Dirk... Link

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Posted at 08:54 AM

Fantasy Basketblog

(For rounds one, two and three, just scroll down) Players already on the team are in parentheses. Team A: Jamaal Magloire (J. Terry, R. Allen, P. Stojakovic, K. Garnett)Team B: Rasheed Wallace (E. Okafor, R. Artest, S. O’Neal, L. James)Team C: Corey Maggette (A. Iguodala, B. Davis, Y. Ming,... Link

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Posted at 09:01 AM

Fantasy Basketblog

(For rounds one, two and three, just scroll down) Players already on the team are in parentheses. Team L: Jason Richardson (Lamar Odom, Gilbert Arenas, Brad Miller)Team K: Larry Hughes (Pau Gasol, Allen Iverson, Paul Pierce)Team J: Zydraunas Ilgauskas (Chauncey Billups, Dwayne Wade, Vince Carter)Team I: Rashard Lewis (Joe... Link

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Posted at 09:43 AM

Fantasy Basketblog

(For rounds one and two, check the previous post) Players already on the team are in parentheses. Team A: Ray Allen (Kevin Garnett, Peja Stojakovic)Team B: Ron Artest (Lebron James, Shaquille O’Neal)Team C: Baron Davis (Dirk Nowitzki, Yao Ming)Team D: Chris Bosh (Shawn Marion, Stephon Marbury)Team E: Ben Wallace... Link

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Posted at 09:06 AM

NBA FAN BLOG

Link: ESPN.com - Dale Davis signs 2-year deal with Pistons Normally i wouldn't care too much about a team signing an aging F/C that will fill in as a bag of fouls for the most part, taking Elden Campbell's job, but this is also a laughable situation for the... Link

Read More: Carmelo Anthony , Chris Bosh , Darko Milicic , Detroit Pistons , Dwyane Wade , Toronto Raptors

Posted at 10:00 AM

NBA Basketball - Topix.net

Toronto is struggling to find a direction to steer its franchise. The Raptors have become a team that is still trying to find an identity.... Link

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Posted at 02:48 PM

NBA FAN BLOG

Possible Raptors Picks at #7:   1) Martell Webster Birthdate: 12/2/86NBA Position: Shooting GuardCollege: WashingtonClass: HS SeniorHt: 6-7Wt: 235Hometown: Seattle, WAHigh School: Seattle Prep Strengths: The total package ... Has the ability to score from anywhere on the court against any defender ... Unstoppable mid-range pull up J off... Link

Read More: Chris Bosh , Gerald Green , Jamaal Magloire , Morris Peterson , New Orleans Hornets , Phoenix Suns , Rashad McCants , Raymond Felton , Seattle Sonics , Tony Parker , Toronto Raptors

Posted at 01:57 PM

FOXSports.com News for NBA

The Toronto Raptors have exercised their option on forward Chris Bosh in a deal general manager Rob Babcock called a "no-brainer" and a "formality." Bosh is signed with the team through the 2006-07 season. "We obviously love Chris both on and off the court," Babcock said Monday. "He's been... Link

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Posted at 06:36 PM

Fantasy Basketblog

For picks 1 through 13, check out Friday's post. 14. Minnesota Timberwolves Who they will take: Antoine Wright Who they should take: Francisco Garcia Minnesota is a team that needs to draft based on attitude. They way under-performed last year, and they need to plan for a future without... Link

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Posted at 06:36 PM

NBA Basketball - Topix.net

The Toronto Raptors exercised the contract option on Chris Bosh on Monday, keeping the forward with the team through the 2006-07 season.... Link

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Posted at 06:36 PM

NBA FAN BLOG

I want to begin by thanking all of you for your support. We had a challenging season and our fans have stayed with us throughout. Our primary goal this year was to establish our philosophy and develop a foundation that we can build on for the future. Our philosophy... Link

Read More: Brent Barry , Carlos Arroyo , Chris Bosh , Derek Fisher , Detroit Pistons , Donyell Marshall , Miami Heat , Morris Peterson , Orlando Magic , Philadelphia 76ers , Rafael Araujo , San Antonio Spurs , Toronto Raptors

Posted at 11:40 PM

NBA FAN BLOG

Typically i don't think it's right to post an entire entry this way, but in this case i'm making an exception, since this letter would be freely available to any Raptors fan who signed up to be an "insider" on the www.raptors.com website. I also looked for a link... Link

Read More: Chris Bosh , Donyell Marshall , Jalen Rose , Jamaal Magloire , Morris Peterson , Nazr Mohammed , Rafer Alston , Samuel Dalembert , Toronto Raptors , Vince Carter

Posted at 04:41 PM

FOXSports.com News for NBA

Chris Bosh scored 27 points and Jalen Rose hit two clinching free throws with 11 seconds left as the Toronto Raptors never trailed in defeating the Milwaukee Bucks 106-102 Friday night. Leading 98-94 with less than a minute to go, Toronto's Donyell Marshall missed a 3-pointer. But Bosh grabbed... Link

Read More: Chris Bosh , Desmond Mason , Donyell Marshall , Jalen Rose , Milwaukee Bucks , Morris Peterson , Toronto Raptors

Posted at 01:25 PM

Maverick Blog

One of the statistics I have been looking at a lot lately has been the on court off court defensive stats at the 82 games site. Many believe figuring out who are good defenders and who are not is almost impossible. I think its difficult, but not impossible. I... Link

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Posted at 04:00 PM