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    Gortat Injured

    On RotoWorld: Center Marcin Gortat started and had 14 points, eight rebounds and two blocks on Tuesday, while back up Robin Lopez had 14 points and six boards. The bad news is that he tweeted afterwards that he broke his thumb in the game. Anyone watching see this or have confirmation...
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    Tics for Philly

    Beecham Thanks but I think I'll take your advice and search for something in the lower bowl. Might not get the chance to see another game before Nash is traded or retires. We might as well make it count. Thanks again for the response though.
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    Tics for Philly

    My wife and I are heading to Phoenix after Xmas. I haven't seen Nash play live since his high school final in B.C. Any forum visitors in the Phoenix area who are season ticket holders looking to sell their tickets? Other than Craigslist et al, does anyone have a suggested source for tickets...
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    Troy Murphy

    My apologies if Murphy has already been a discussion recently. I haven't been on in ages. Seems to me that he'd be a terrific fit for the Suns. Tough rebounder with the ability to stretch the defense. He'd be a great pick and roll guy with Nash. Any idea if the Suns have explored him as an...
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    From Hero to Goat

    God, it's got to be frustrating for an NBA coach to suffer through the same fundamental goofs as we high school coaches do. Richardson makes the huge three and then, despite a time out and I'm sure pleas to secure any rebound, he goes after Kobe's airball like a middle school girl (this is...
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    Caron Butler Rumor

    As hard as it may be to think of trading Amare while the Suns are playing some decent basketball, they risk losing him for nothing in as a FA. I agree the time may be now to start seeking a deal. If they are going to deal him, I hope that Kerr will try and accomplish two things: keep them...
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    Caron Butler Rumor

    Recent trade rumors have surfaced as both Golden State and Phoenix have contacted Washington expressing interest in Caron Butler. This is from RotoWorld. Has this got any legs? What would the Suns be giving up to get Caron? Off season rumors had Amare going to Washington for Caron and the #5...
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    Dudley Twitter: Nash about to sign

    Nash resigning bring hope First off, signing Nash is not a poor decision. His defensive "liabilities" have long been noted. That said, he's still a top 10 PG in the league. He's still a guy that other players want to play with and be around. In this age of me-first athletes, he's a rarity...
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    Has a player like Curry EVER made it?

    Reggie Miller...came into the league with the label of being too thin, weak and slow to compete. He had to listen to critics suggest that his sister was a better player. Like Reggie, Curry's feel for the game, bball IQ, quick release and competitiveness (all intangibles that are hard to...
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    Nash not planning on retiring soon

    There is no doubt that Nash can be productive into his late 30s, especially now that the NBA allows zones. Like Stockton, he's a cerebral player more than a physically dominant one. The heady types tend to last a little longer.
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    Dragic on schedule

    Maybe like Caron Butler whose game I love. If Tucker could develop in that mold, Suns fans would be ecstatic. Great to hear all the guys committed to getting in early. I like the fact that the Suns are flying under the radar this year. The sexy pick thing didn't work out so well. Maybe...
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    Phoenix Suns - Current Evaluation 2008

    If they're going to sit Nash, it would make sense that it was the tail end of a back to back especially if it's against a lightweight. I can see them sitting Shaq more than Nash, particularly if they're hitting a team without a really dominant big fella. First, guys like Dragic and Lopez have...
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    "Didn't practice D at all past 3 years"

    What concerns me most is Amare's unwillingness to physically battle at the defensive end. Anyone who has played this game has had to guard someone bigger, stronger, and/or quicker. The only compensation for physical deficiencies in a one-on-one match-up is a willingness to get one's nose dirty...
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    Suns sign Dragic... really.

    Much to be excited about. None of the offseason moves have been very sexy, but needs have been filled very admirably. The Suns are younger, more athletic, and more competitive at both ends. Assuming all the moves meet even modest expectations, the Suns have had a very productive off season...
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    Nice to be young again

    I'm not willing to write off Barbosa's ability to improve defensively. I'm question how cerebral a player he is, but he has physical attributes (quick feet, long arms...) that could make him effective. Players can learn to be better offensive players. Why not defensive? He has a coach that...
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    Jason Williams Signs with Clippers

    I'm starting to think that this is the plan: the young guys (Strawberry and, by the looks of it, Dragic) need quality minutes behind Nash to develop. I love what Detroit has done with Stuckey, Amir Johnson, and Jason Maxiell. I'm not sure that either of the Suns' young prospects has the...
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    PG Situation Remains Confused

    I haven't seen a lot of Dragic, but from what I have seen and read, I'm quite excited about his potential. That said, I think it naive to think he can be the number one back-up for Nash. If Steve remains healthy, then Dragic playing 10-15 minutes a game may be fine. But my understanding...
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    Olympic Predictions

    Top three, ladies and gents. Let's have some fun and predict the podium finishers.
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    Olympic Predictions

    Time for some predictions with the Games only a few weeks away. Here goes. I hate to say it folks, but the U.S. team need to show that the same issues that plagued the it in the last three international competitions have been solved: 1. Their ability to "consistently" hit the open three shot...
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    Barnes recharged with Suns

    Where's the beef? Of those listed only Amare, Shaq, Lopez and Diaw are legit 4/5 guys. That's a lot of pressure on a rook to be a night-in-night out force. I need one more legit (top 10 guy) big to feel very comfy in my lazyboy.
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    Barnes recharged with Suns

    Heinrich Rumor First, I really like Heinrich. He had a poor year for reasons unknown, but he competes at both ends and distributes the ball well. If he could be convinced to play off the bench (backing up both Nash and whoever starts at the two), I think he would be a terrific fit. My only...
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    Waiting for Updates on Dragic

    According to HoopsHype, Dragic is close to signing with the Suns. Here's the article. Translation anyone? Goran Dragic, cerca de plantar al Tau para irse a los Phoenix Suns Por QUIQUE PEINADO Malas noticias en Vitoria. El esloveno Goran Dragic, joven base fichado por el Tau hace dos...
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    Artest and Phoenix

    I'm not sure Kerr has any genuine interest in Artest, but the Lakers sure seem to have a strong interest. Not many championships are won with choirboys. I have confidence that in the right mix, Artest would buy in to have a shot at a title run. Others have especially as their better years...
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    Artest and Phoenix

    I really like the way Francisco Garcia is developing. How about adding Tucker in return for Garcia?
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    Artest and Phoenix

    From the Sacramento Bee via HoopsHype this morning: Among the teams I've been told to keep a serious eye on in the Artest sweepstakes: Dallas, Miami, Phoenix, San Antonio and maybe even Charlotte. I often wonder about Toronto as well, but have yet to hear anything substantial on that front...

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