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The Nets and Heat tip off tonight in Miami, and it’s fun to play the game of “Who’s it less painful to root for: Pat Riley or Vince Carter?” Tough call, really; we tend to veer toward cutting Vince Carter some slack, if just because the guy clearly knows... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Jason Kidd , Miami Heat , New Jersey Nets , Vince Carter
Posted at 10:43 AM
By Brian Robinson, sonicscentral.com - We Bleed Green and Gold
Guest Columnist Joe Newell was nice enough to write this piece summarizing the start of Bob Hill’s tenure: Since taking over as head coach after the loss at Indiana, Bob Hill has had 13 games to put his stamp on this team, and its quest to right the ship.... Link
Read More: Allen Iverson , Baron Davis , Chauncey Billups , Chris Duhon , Danny Fortson , Gary Payton , Indiana Pacers , Orlando Magic , Philadelphia 76ers , Phoenix Suns , Reggie Evans , Sam Cassell , Seattle Sonics , Stephon Marbury , Steve Francis , Steve Nash
Posted at 08:45 AM
Three Situations to Pay Attention To (Because Five Just Makes This Column Too Damn Long) Denver Earl Watson was one of my favorite guys to write about when doing this column last year. The Memphis rotation prevented him from having consistent fantasy value, but whenever Jason Williams was out,... Link
Read More: Andre Miller , Antonio Daniels , Chauncey Billups , Chris Duhon , Chucky Atkins , Corey Maggette , Damon Stoudamire , Denver Nuggets , Detroit Pistons , Earl Boykins , Earl Watson , Gary Payton , Gilbert Arenas , Houston Rockets , Jamaal Tinsley , Jameer Nelson , Jarvis Hayes , Jason Kidd , Juan Dixon , Kenyon Martin , Los Angeles Clippers , Marcus Camby , Memphis Grizzlies , Mike Bibby , Minnesota T-Wolves , Nate Robinson , Nene , New Jersey Nets , New Orleans Hornets , New York Knicks , Orlando Magic , Portland Trailblazers , Sacramento Kings , Sam Cassell , Seattle Sonics , Sebastian Telfair , Shaun Livingston , Stephon Marbury , Steve Francis , T.J. Ford , Washington Wizards
Posted at 07:57 AM
Supersonicsoul - The Sonics Blog!
Hah, made you look. There is considerable speculation throughout the NBA regarding the future home of Ron Artest, much of it focusing upon New York. Of course, Sonic fans can't be blamed for wondering if the defensively-minded small forward wouldn't just be a tonic for all that ails us.... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Indiana Pacers , New York Knicks , Rashard Lewis , Ron Artest , Seattle Sonics
Posted at 03:21 PM
Chicago Kirk Hinrich’s a tough dude. After leaving the season opener with an ankle injury and being questionable the next night, he came out and went for 26 points on 8-of-13 shooting with 3 3s. After being knocked out with a concussion against Dallas, he did miss a game,... Link
Read More: Andre Miller , Atlanta Hawks , Baron Davis , Ben Gordon , Brent Barry , Brevin Knight , Chauncey Billups , Chicago Bulls , Chris Duhon , Dallas Mavericks , Damon Jones , Delonte West , Denver Nuggets , Derek Fisher , Deron Williams , Earl Boykins , Gary Payton , Gilbert Arenas , Houston Rockets , Jameer Nelson , Kirk Hinrich , Los Angeles Lakers , Luther Head , Miami Heat , Orlando Magic , Richard Hamilton , Sebastian Telfair , T.J. Ford , Tony Parker , Tyronn Lue , Utah Jazz , Washington Wizards
Posted at 08:11 AM
By RobertHarkins, The GR8 Life
I got a chance to go up against Gary Payton in this Nov. 28 game. (Getty Images) On Monday, Nov. 28, we got to go to Miami to play against the Miami Heat. Like the game against the 76ers, this was also a thrill for me because I got... Link
Read More: All-Stars , Gary Payton , Miami Heat , Nate Robinson , Philadelphia 76ers , Seattle Sonics
Posted at 12:21 AM
Joining the action with 1:34 left in the first and the score tied at 23. Somehow, this is the only NBA game on tonight. Which is, of course, the only reason I'm watching it. Heck, it was either this or the end of "Superman II." And I know what... Link
Read More: Al Harrington , Alonzo Mourning , Antoine Walker , Atlanta Hawks , Chris Kaman , Chris Wilcox , Corey Maggette , David Wesley , Derek Anderson , Detroit Pistons , Dwyane Wade , Gary Payton , Houston Rockets , Jeff McInnis , Joe Johnson , Josh Childress , Josh Smith , Juwan Howard , Los Angeles Clippers , Marv Albert , Marvin Williams , Miami Heat , Mike Dunleavy , New Jersey Nets , New York Knicks , Rafer Alston , Reggie Miller , Sam Cassell , Shaquille O'Neal , Stromile Swift , Tracy McGrady , Tyronn Lue , Yao Ming , Zaza Pachulia
Posted at 06:19 PM
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
Read More: Al Jefferson , Allan Houston , Allen Iverson , Alonzo Mourning , Andre Iguodala , Antoine Walker , Atlanta Hawks , Boston Celtics , Chris Bosh , Chris Webber , Dallas Mavericks , Delonte West , Detroit Pistons , Donyell Marshall , Gary Payton , Gerald Green , Houston Rockets , Jalen Rose , Jamal Crawford , Jason Collins , Jason Kidd , Jeff McInnis , Kyle Korver , Los Angeles Lakers , Miami Heat , Minnesota T-Wolves , Nenad Krstic , New Jersey Nets , New Orleans Hornets , New York Knicks , Orlando Magic , Paul Pierce , Philadelphia 76ers , Phoenix Suns , Quentin Richardson , Rafael Araujo , Rafer Alston , Richard Jefferson , Ricky Davis , Robert Traylor , Samuel Dalembert , Shaquille O'Neal , Shareef Abdur-Rahim , Stephon Marbury , Tim Thomas , Toronto Raptors , Tracy McGrady , Vince Carter
Posted at 10:22 AM
Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes
Gary Payton does not believe he has lost much on defense, despite turning 37 and being abused by Detroit's Chauncey Billups in the 2004 NBA Finals, when Payton concluded his only season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Payton, signed to...... Link
Read More: Chauncey Billups , Detroit Pistons , Gary Payton , Los Angeles Lakers
Posted at 08:59 AM
Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes
Heat coach Stan Van Gundy plans to pair Jason Williams and Gary Payton at times and appreciates that Payton, willing to be a backup, ''is not coming to create a quarterback controversy.''...... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Miami Heat
Posted at 09:44 AM
Miami Heat What can anyone say about a team with Shaquille O'Neal and Dwayne Wade? Of course the Heat will be the favorites to go to the NBA finals. As great as the Heat were last season, look at what they have done in the off season. They... Link
Read More: Alonzo Mourning , Antawn Jamison , Antoine Walker , Antonio Daniels , Atlanta Hawks , Boston Celtics , Brendan Haywood , Brevin Knight , Caron Butler , Charlotte Bobcats , Chucky Atkins , Cleveland Cavaliers , Dallas Mavericks , Dwight Howard , Dwyane Wade , Eddy Curry , Emeka Okafor , Etan Thomas , Gary Payton , Gilbert Arenas , Grant Hill , Houston Rockets , Indiana Pacers , Jameer Nelson , James Posey , Joe Johnson , Josh Childress , Kelvin Cato , Kwame Brown , Larry Hughes , LeBron James , Los Angeles Lakers , Marvin Williams , Memphis Grizzlies , Miami Heat , Orlando Magic , Primoz Brezec , Raymond Felton , Reggie Miller , Sean May , Shaquille O'Neal , Steve Francis , Toronto Raptors , Tracy McGrady , Udonis Haslem , Washington Wizards
Posted at 05:00 PM
Because you don't go on a long drive without a spare tire (nor do you want Jason Williams running the offense for 48 minutes), Miami have signed Gary Payton to a one year, $1.1 million deal, as tipped a few weeks back.... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Miami Heat
Posted at 10:57 AM
Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes
Heat President Pat Riley warned Wednesday not to dismiss Gary Payton as a Heat free-agent target. "Gary Payton is the best available player out there now," Riley said. "He's an incredible athlete. He's in great shape. He's never been hurt....... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Miami Heat
Posted at 10:03 AM
Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes
The aftershocks continue on to Minnesota as the Timberwolves are rumored to look to sign Gary Payton after being snubbed by Michael Finley. The team will hope Payton can spark the same competitive fire that Sam Cassell brought two years...... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Michael Finley , Minnesota T-Wolves , Sam Cassell
Posted at 09:36 AM
The Suns have engaged in talks regarding free-agent point guard Gary Payton, who has publicly expressed interest in backing up Steve Nash.... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Phoenix Suns , Steve Nash
Posted at 03:59 PM
Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes
The Suns also have engaged in talks regarding free-agent point guard Gary Payton, who has publicly expressed interest in backing up Nash. However, landing Payton could require using the $4.9 million trade exception Phoenix will get in the Johnson trade....... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Phoenix Suns
Posted at 09:37 AM
Delonte West has practially been handed the starting point guard position this offseason. Orien Greene was given a 3 year deal without playing a single game (even in the summer league). The C's are also looking for a veteran point guard with their $1.6M exception money. So where does... Link
Read More: Boston Celtics , Delonte West , Gary Payton
Posted at 03:18 PM
By ESPN.com news services, ESPN.com - NBA
Three players face assault charges by ESPN.com news servicesTORONTO -- A former male exotic dancer told a Canadian court on Wednesday that he has been unable to work since an alleged assault by NBA star Gary Payton and two other players outside a Toronto adult entertainment club. Adrian Cimpean,... Link
Read More: Gary Payton , Toronto Raptors
Posted at 06:02 PM
Supersonicsoul - The Sonics Blog!
As the Sonics prepare for the #25 pick in today's NBA Draft (yawn!), Supersonicsoul looks back at the best and worst in Sonics Draft History: Best Pick: Gary Payton (1990)Worst Pick: Rich King (1991)Worst Traded Pick: Scottie Pippen (1987)Where are they now?:Vladimir Stepania (1998) What do you think? Do... Link
Read More: Andrew Bogut , Gary Payton , Seattle Sonics
Posted at 04:49 PM
Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes
Considering the Celtics almost certain decision not to re-sign Gary Payton, and continued doubts about Marcus Banks' readiness as a full-time starter, it's nearly inconceivable that they walk away without a playmaker next week. This draft is loaded with point...... Link
Read More: Boston Celtics , Gary Payton
Posted at 01:47 PM
Since Ainge has once again shot down the rumor which must not be named, lets take a quick look at the case for standing pat.First of all, everything is relative. When I say standing pat, I mean not trading any major pieces and going in the current direction. Gary... Link
Read More: Boston Celtics , Gary Payton , Orlando Magic
Posted at 08:49 AM
Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes
Gary Payton won't be back in Boston, ''He's Rod Strickland in different clothes," said one league personnel man....... Link
Read More: Boston Celtics , Gary Payton
Posted at 02:42 PM
There's been some backlash over my trade ideas and rumormongoring. That's fine. Its only fair to give somewhat equal time to the other option. That is to stick with the core group of players and tweak the roster. This is by far the more likely option anyway. So without... Link
Read More: Al Jefferson , Boston Celtics , Gary Payton , Vin Baker
Posted at 11:00 AM
I'm not ready to label Wyc & company the Dan Snyders of the NBA. However, I do perk my ears up just a bit when I hear two reports in two days that suggest that they overruled Danny Ainge. To be fair, Sam Smith is not what I'd consider... Link
Read More: Antoine Walker , Boston Celtics , Gary Payton , Indiana Pacers , Paul Pierce
Posted at 11:55 AM
Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes
Antoine Walker and his agent Mark Bartelstein, along with Gary Payton and his agent Aaron Goodwin, do not enter free agency blind. Far from it. The Celtics' two key free agents have years and a price range in mind. When...... Link
Read More: Antoine Walker , Boston Celtics , Gary Payton
Posted at 10:24 AM
