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May
5
2006

One Liners

Los Angeles Lakers

-  Kobe Bryant is absolutely, hands-down the greatest basketball player on the planet. -  Flash Gordon's curveball is making a lot of Phillies fans forget about Billy Wagner. -  If Peter Forsberg is truly "The Best Player in the World" then he alone should have willed his Flyers over... Link


Read More: Allen Iverson , Cleveland Cavaliers , Kobe Bryant , LeBron James , Los Angeles Lakers , Philadelphia 76ers , Ricky Davis


Posted at 12:14 PM

Mar
22
2006

Wolves get past Heat as Shaq sits out (AP)

Yahoo! Sports - NBA News

Without Shaquille O'Neal filling the lane for Miami on Tuesday night, Ricky Davis was free to fill the stat sheet and lead Minnesota to victory. Davis had 26 points, a season-high 10 assists and seven rebounds Tuesday night to help the Timberwolves beat the undermanned Heat 100-96, snapping Miami's... Link


Read More: Miami Heat , Minnesota T-Wolves , Ricky Davis , Shaquille O'Neal


Posted at 09:17 AM

Davis Helps Lead Wolves To Win Over Miami

NBA Basketball - Topix.net

Ricky Davis had 26 points, a season-high 10 assists and seven rebounds Tuesday night to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 100-96 victory over an undermanned Miami team, snapping the Heat's five-game winning ...... Link


Read More: Miami Heat , Minnesota T-Wolves , Ricky Davis


Posted at 09:17 AM

Jan
27
2006

Scary in Sacramento, PLUS Dishevelment in Boston

Sactown Royalty

People afraid of Artest coming to town need to refocus their apprehension towards this lady: It was especially hard for Tara Holait of Woodland, who treated the Stojakovic trade news like a death in the family. She said she abruptly left her work as a mail carrier, hurried home,... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Indiana Pacers , Ricky Davis , Ron Artest , Sacramento Kings


Posted at 07:59 AM

With Trade, Wolves Go More Athletic, Aggressive

NBA.com: News and Scores

"Searching for answers and maybe even some buzz after three of their worst defeats of the season, the Timberwolves traded one-time All-Star Wally Szczerbiak and center Michael Olowokandi to the Boston Celtics on Thursday night in a seven-player trade," writes Steve Aschburner of the Minneapolis STAR TRIBUNE. In return,... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Minnesota T-Wolves , Ricky Davis , Wally Szczerbiak


Posted at 07:58 AM

Celtics trade Davis to Wolves for Szczerbiak

By Associated Press, ESPN.com - NBA

The Celtics have dealt Ricky Davis to the Timberwolves for Wally Szczberiak in a seven-player deal.... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Minnesota T-Wolves , Ricky Davis , Wally Szczerbiak


Posted at 07:58 AM

Dec
22
2005

Ricky Davis, Man Of Mystery

Deadspin

The Cleveland Plain-Dealer has an entertaining story today about athletes using fake names on the road. They have a fun anecodte about Drew Gooden, but the real fun comes with the sidebar, which lists the fake names some players have used. Some highlights: • Shaquille O'Neal: Vladamire Mandingo •... Link


Read More: Cleveland Cavaliers , Drew Gooden , Houston Rockets , Ricky Davis , Shaquille O'Neal , Tracy McGrady


Posted at 04:23 PM

Dec
14
2005

When Minutes aren’t Enough

Fantasy Basketblog

It’s no secret that here at FBB, our favorite stat isn’t points, assists, or even blocks. It’s minutes. The only way your players are going to help you win are when they’re in the game. And usually, the players getting the most minutes are among the most valuable players... Link


Read More: Bruce Bowen , Cleveland Cavaliers , DeShawn Stevenson , Indiana Pacers , Jason Collins , Larry Hughes , LeBron James , New Jersey Nets , Ricky Davis , Utah Jazz


Posted at 08:17 AM

Dec
9
2005

Weekend Preview: 12/9-12/11

Fantasy Basketblog

With all of the snow and cold making it’s way across the country the past couple days, there’s no better way to spend your weekend holed up at home watching basketball. So for today’s weekend preview we’re gonna give you not one but THREE games of the week, one... Link


Read More: Al Jefferson , Antonio McDyess , Boston Celtics , Carlos Arroyo , Chris Kaman , Chris Paul , Dallas Mavericks , Denver Nuggets , Desmond Mason , Detroit Pistons , Elton Brand , Erick Dampier , Jason Terry , Los Angeles Clippers , Minnesota T-Wolves , New Orleans Hornets , Paul Pierce , Portland Trailblazers , Ricky Davis , Sacramento Kings , Sam Cassell , Speedy Claxton


Posted at 08:15 AM

Dec
4
2005

Close loss to Celtics adds to Brown's agony

NBA Basketball - Topix.net

Ricky Davis scored 27 points and made two free throws with 8.7 seconds left, then Nate Robinson missed a long 3-pointer on the game's final play as the Boston Celtics beat the Knicks 102-99 Sunday to win their ...... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Nate Robinson , New York Knicks , Ricky Davis


Posted at 02:34 PM

Nov
22
2005

Cavs' Jones hurts ankle

FOXSports.com News for NBA

Cavaliers point guard Damon Jones left Tuesday night's game with a sprained left ankle after banging into Boston Celtics guard Ricky Davis in the second quarter. Jones was moving to his left while playing defense against Davis and rolled his ankle when the two got their legs locked up.... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Cleveland Cavaliers , Damon Jones , Indiana Pacers , Ricky Davis


Posted at 05:45 PM

Oct
31
2005

The Truth is Out.

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


Read More: Andre Iguodala , Antawn Jamison , Antoine Walker , Baron Davis , Carmelo Anthony , Chauncey Billups , Chris Bosh , Draft , Dwight Howard , Dwyane Wade , Eddie Griffin , Golden State Warriors , Houston Rockets , Jamaal Magloire , Jason Richardson , Kobe Bryant , Mike Bibby , Nenad Krstic , Orlando Magic , Rashad McCants , Richard Jefferson , Ricky Davis , Sacramento Kings , Samuel Dalembert , San Antonio Spurs , Stephon Marbury , Stromile Swift , Tim Duncan , Toronto Raptors , Tracy McGrady , Troy Murphy , Washington Wizards


Posted at 09:27 AM

Oct
24
2005
Oct
20
2005

Overall Rankings: 91 to 120

Fantasy Basketblog

1 to 30 31 to 60 61 to 90 91. Jamaal Tinsley – The ultimate tease; few can match his 3s/steals/assists combo, but he plain cannot shoot or stay healthy. 92. Eddie Jones – Certainly on the downside of his career, but can handle lots of minutes and hit... Link


Read More: Al Harrington , Al Jefferson , Ben Gordon , Bonzi Wells , Brendan Haywood , Brevin Knight , Eddie Griffin , Eddie Jones , Eddy Curry , Erick Dampier , Gerald Wallace , Golden State Warriors , Jamaal Tinsley , Jameer Nelson , Mehmet Okur , Morris Peterson , Nenad Krstic , Portland Trailblazers , Raymond Felton , Ricky Davis , Sam Cassell , Samuel Dalembert , Sebastian Telfair , Theo Ratliff , Troy Murphy , Utah Jazz , Wally Szczerbiak


Posted at 05:00 PM

Oct
13
2005

Davis could start for Celts?

Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes

Cloning Ricky Davis seems to be the only way Celts coach Doc Rivers will solve his rotational issues. While Davis clearly excelled last year coming off the bench, it's also evident now that Paul Pierce needs Davis alongside to draw...... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Paul Pierce , Ricky Davis


Posted at 09:35 AM

Oct
4
2005

2005 Fantasy Tiers By Position: Shooting Guards

Fantasy Basketblog

Ah, the shooting guard. Perhaps the deepest of all the positions. But that doesn’t mean you can wait ‘till the end of the draft to take one. If you’ve done your research, and if you can afford to do so, grabbing an elite SG early in the draft can... Link


Read More: Andre Iguodala , Baron Davis , Ben Gordon , Bonzi Wells , Eddie Jones , Houston Rockets , Jamal Crawford , Jason Richardson , Joe Johnson , Kobe Bryant , Larry Hughes , Manu Ginobili , Michael Redd , Morris Peterson , Paul Pierce , Ray Allen , Richard Hamilton , Ricky Davis , San Antonio Spurs , Stephen Jackson , Tracy McGrady , Vince Carter


Posted at 10:15 AM

Aug
15
2005

Ricky Davis calling Celts fans

Ben Maller's NBA Rumors & Notes

Calling all Ricky Davis fans. After expressing an interest in becoming more involved with the community, Davis purchased several sets of season tickets for the lower bowl in the TD Banknorth Garden. The Celtics forward plans to give them to...... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Ricky Davis


Posted at 09:11 AM

Aug
10
2005

Faith

CelticsBlog.com

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. - Heb 11:1The topic du jour seems to be comparing our team now as opposed to the team from last year (pre Walker trade). The most obvious difference is Payton. Gone will be his... Link


Read More: Al Jefferson , Brian Scalabrine , Chicago Bulls , Delonte West , Jiri Welsch , Kirk Hinrich , New Jersey Nets , Ricky Davis


Posted at 09:14 AM

Jul
11
2005

Reed, Allen and Gomes propel Celtics over Suns

CelticsBlog.com

Celtics 82, Suns 53By Gabe KahnLAS VEGAS- When the Celtics' summer league squad wiped the floor with their counterparts from Phoenix on Monday by a score of 82 to 53, it was difficult to tell whether or not it had anything to do with the superiority of the Celtic... Link


Read More: Al Jefferson , Boston Celtics , Dallas Mavericks , Delonte West , Gerald Green , Leandro Barbosa , Phoenix Suns , Ricky Davis


Posted at 11:59 PM

May
16
2005

Buy Low, Sell High

CelticsBlog.com

Want some warm fuzzies about the Celtics not trading Paul Pierce? Here's your biggest reason to hope. Nobody wants him. Despite coming off his best statistical season, I honestly think that Ricky Davis has a better rep right now than Paul. Some of that is deserved, some of it... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Los Angeles Clippers , Mike Dunleavy , Paul Pierce , Ricky Davis , Sacramento Kings


Posted at 10:11 PM

May
9
2005

Mission Impossible: Get KG

CelticsBlog.com

There is one player that could potentially be on the market this offseason that I would absolutely trade Paul Pierce for (and then some). Kevin Garnett.Before you call me crazy, consider that the TWolves have just about run out of options. They may have seen their window close last... Link


Read More: Al Jefferson , Boston Celtics , Kevin Garnett , Minnesota T-Wolves , Paul Pierce , Ricky Davis


Posted at 10:24 AM

May
2
2005

Junk Drawer Rants

CelticsBlog.com

As you would expect, Walker is back in the starting lineup. I don't have any fears that he won't fit in. If anything, I think he'll improve our rebounding. I do hope that the whole team can retain that urgency it brought into game 4. You know that Rick... Link


Read More: Boston Celtics , Miami Heat , New Jersey Nets , Paul Pierce , Ricky Davis , Shareef Abdur-Rahim


Posted at 11:40 AM

Apr
28
2005

Playoffs - Game 3: Celtics get thiers; Beat down 99-76 in Indy

CelticsBlog.com

Well, I think this evens out the lopsided victories column. We lost soundly tonight. Whether we had gone into Indy up 2-0, I pretty much expected to lose this game of the series. Going into it with the series at 1-1 makes the impending loss that much more of... Link


Read More: Al Jefferson , Antoine Walker , Boston Celtics , Gary Payton , Indiana Pacers , Jermaine O'Neal , Paul Pierce , Reggie Miller , Ricky Davis , Stephen Jackson


Posted at 10:40 PM

Apr
22
2005

Enough Ricky Bashing!

CelticsBlog.com

Every time I see the name Ricky Davis in print, it is always close to the words "me-first," "selfish," or "cancer." Every time I hear his name out loud, I know the next thing I'm going to hear is "triple double." Given his recent success as a 6th man,... Link


Read More: Bob Sura , Boston Celtics , Cleveland Cavaliers , LeBron James , Ricky Davis


Posted at 05:58 PM

Apr
21
2005

Why Not Us Too?

CelticsBlog.com

I could give you 101 reason why we won't get out of the second round, never mind win it all. But I won't. There will be time for realistic expectations and objective viewpoints later. We are at the doorstep of the playoff and we're asking the rest of the... Link


Read More: Al Jefferson , Boston Celtics , Bruce Bowen , Detroit Pistons , Indiana Pacers , Jermaine O'Neal , Los Angeles Lakers , Miami Heat , Ricky Davis , Ron Artest , San Antonio Spurs , Shaquille O'Neal , Stephen Jackson , Tim Duncan


Posted at 08:35 PM