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@Faggotdicktits: word on the street is that a jamison trade is being close to finalized. more on the way

@DeJoeRockCity Pistons got everything they wanted and more during Resignings this year. Wilcox & Gooden deals pleasant surprises.

@DeJoeRockCity Yao deal as expected money wise but 1-year shorter. Yao untrained before now & will get a lot of focus from TCs.

@DeJoeRockCity Will take a run at last free agent we have rights too. JRich would play pivotal role in potential 06-07 success.

@JeezyF.Baby: My sources tell me that the recent trade activity in the West, as well as last season's unexpected drop to 8th, has left Suns management "biting their nails," worried about their short & long-term viability. They feel that any shift in focus needs to happen now.

@SportsGuy: Idle hands...

@BucksNation: HOLY $#!+, I just woke up from a 3-day post-season binge coma to see we traded for Antoine Walker and Shareef?! Excuse me, need to change my underpants. #Poop #Pee #Jizz

@JeezyF.Baby: The Suns' GM, and I quote: "I don't drink.........this makes me want to." LOL

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wojo_yahoosports: Seattle has been listening to offers for the number two pick in the NBA draft, the supersonics brass has turned down some amazing trade offers that would move them into the NBA elite of star power in favor of a complete and flexible roster around young star guard Chris Paul. The Sonics prefer longevity over a win now approach. A refreshing change of pace from previous seasons.

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@JeezyF.Baby: Suns went for a position of need rather than draft the consensus best player available. It says a lot about the faith they have in their current squad for them to draft a 6th man at #1.

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woj_yahoosports: Ray Allen could be moved before open FA

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@Lakersnation: Lakers done in FA. Happy with all of their deals.

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@FSH: Rockets spend entire cap space this offseason. Only looking at minimum salaries now. Joe Smith, James Posey, and Mateen Cleaves added. Todd MacCullouch resigned

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@FSH: Rockets really wanted Sam Cassell as well to join Smith and Posey. Disappointed when he resigned with the Celtics.

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@FSH: Joe Smith could start at C or PF but expected to be primary backup for both spots depending on matchups. Rockets have big plans for him.

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@FSH: James Posey could get the nod at SG due to his perimeter shooting and defense. Would bring more balance to the lineup while Manu can score off the bench inside or outside. #Perfect6thman

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@FSH: Aaron McKie, Mateen Cleaves, and Shaun Livingston are battling for the starting PG spot. Key will be outside shooting, ball-handling, and defense. McKie is the favorite.

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@FSH: Rockets believe they can get the first seed in the West.

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@LAKERSNATION: Easy to say Lakers went to bargin bin for players this offseason, but it's hard not to like that they've done. Q rich for 3.5 for 4 years is a steal for a guy many think could start day 1.

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@LAKERSNATION: Lakers were in talking to acquire either a stud 3 or 1but feel they're loaded at the 3 and feel confident with Terry and Williams at the 1. Value the upcoming first rounders to fill our roster for the future.

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@LAKERSNATION: Word is, Tim Duncan has full trust in FO after moving Iverson. More focused on team oriented ball and didn't feel right asking AI to keep sacrificing what made him great. Duncan hungrier than ever.

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@LAKERSNATION: Other GMs dont seem to have the same confidence level of the Lakers offseason moves that the Lakers do internally. So far no one voting them to come out of the West. Lakers remind confident but quiet, eerily quiet.

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@DetroitRockCity How do y'all get these quote boxes to work?

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@GarrusV: #Pacers in trade talks to acquire a former All-Star, stay tuned for more info

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SunnySonic: Chris Mihm was an Allstar?!

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@DetroitRockCity Team is letting potential free agents know that a sim-nacho bar is being installed at the training facility

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@DetroitRockCity Highlighted on the nacho bar will be sim-hint of lime chips and authentic sim-TexMex salsa

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@deseretnews: Sources say Utah Jazz may not be done in moving players

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@Lakersnation: If Lakers hit early, they will consider MLE a luxury and will only offer it to someone who will get substantial playing time on the team. Luxury tax implications always a concern.

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@SacTown Sources closely related to front office of the Kings indeed confirmed the team is looking to retain SG Cuttino Mobley.

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@SacTown Source uncertain if team will pursue free agent SGs if Mobley is retained. Might still roll the dice.

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@DetroitRockCity Team will have luxury tax problems for the first time in the 8 seasons of sim league

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@DetroitRockCity Still team plans on retaining Ridnour

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@DetroitRockCity Also, team will train Yao's shot blocking and Ridnour's handles as both were problem areas last year

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@DetroitRockCity Will hope for a great season and some salary dumping at the trade deadline to get under the cap or reduce the tax penalty

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@BucksNation: It's not a secret that Bucks need a SG. However, if nothing comes around, Bucks are not afraid to start Lewis at the 2 and Shareef at the 3 (if he is still with the team)

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@SportsGuy Celtics fans are depressed Webber is gone and sources tell me the rebuild plan may take 3 years, we are not a patient city

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@SportsGuy Sources tell me When Celtics have cap space for the first time ever they plan on making teams pay for their RFAs

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@SportsGuy Expectations are low this season main goals are to get under luxury tax line and not deliver the Wizards a top 5 pick. Roster is pretty much set may add a guy or two

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@RaptorBait: Bucks bucked a Mo Pete for 09 First offer.

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@BucksNation: Surely the Raptors are withholding information

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Mind-blowing how much he would have fit their need. Guess sending Bucks to the bottom of the division was a good consolation prize.

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Sonics prepared to offer 180 million between Leandro Barbosa, Carmelo Anthony, and Shane Battier

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Worry that one of the RFA signs with them and is matched while the other switches teams.

Lakers from office always laughs at sonics trying to play mind games.

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@BucksNation: Surely the Raptors are withholding information

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Originally Posted by BallSoHard

Lakers from office always laughs at sonics trying to play mind games.

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Say the Lakers while trying to use what they know about the Barbosa and Melo offers to figure out what Battier will get.

Word on the street is that the 76ers are looking to get younger and build around granger who they think will be a star this year

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2, or 3 and have many possible targets. No other plans in FA after MLE, am told remaining players fluid enough to fill other 2 spots

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Originally Posted by BeeBall Reasons

Say the Lakers while trying to use what they know about the Barbosa and Melo offers to figure out what Battier will get.

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Use the manipulation elsewhere. What the sonics do has no bearing on what the Lakers do.

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@SacTown Sacramento Kings may open trade talks to the league for PF Andrea Bargnani. Team plans to move Bargnani back to the 4 spot and sees promise, but are open to listen to offers.

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@RipCity Portland staying quiet and waiting to see who signs with their original teams. With Finley retiring, all FA will come from outside sources this year.

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Originally Posted by TrayWithAnA

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@LAKERSNATION: Lakers very happy with Battier sacrificing $ to help the team.

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@LAKERSNATION: Lakers not completely done with FA, trying to put cherry on top of offseason sundae.

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@LAKERSNATION: With battier signing, long term viability of Josh Childress a question mark as the season moves along. Lakers will probably see how season goes before making any moves.

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@SportsGuy: @LAKERSNATION Can you ask Mitch Kupcheck for a Swapbacksies? Celtics will struggle to score 90 ppg now #Chillifor3!!

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@LeBatardShow: Heat can't afford to make many moves, but they still have their exceptions and are looking for backcourt depth

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@LeBatardShow: Management was happy with the end of season success and hopes to keep most of the same core from last year with hopes it will translate over into the next season

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@LeBatardShow: Stromile Swift and head coach Stan Van Gundy have reportedly not talked "for months." His time would be up in Miami if it weren't for, you know, his ridiculous contract and negative value

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@SacTown Kings front office compiling final list for second bid wave. Recognize now is the time to spend cap on positions of need going forward.

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@JeezyF.Baby: The phrase being heard most around the Suns' facilities is "Greed is good." Suns do not want a repeat of last season, where one injury severely damaged them.

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@Lakersnation: Lakers feel they got Zach Randolph-Lite in Sow to play scoring bench role for 5% of the price.

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@SacTown Kings fan excited about the several new additions to the team. Front office now reportedly interested in holding trade discussions for key players such as PF Andre Bargnani, PG/SGJuan Carlos Navarro, and SG Cuttino Mobley.

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@MarkStein: Sources say, Hornets would be willing to move major pieces with deal contained young star.

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@LarryCoon: With above info, seems declining of Barbosa imminent. Matching would put Hornets at 18 Over the cap with only 10 players.

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@MarkStein: Work is Magic looking to shake things up by dealing young players for one good players. Shopping a number of packages around the league.

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@LarryCoon: Look for my piece later today on the luxury tax.

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@BucksNation: Sources says Bucks FO thrilled to add Desmond Mason and Dorrell Wright to the mix for their team. Both are versatile players who are young and defensive-minded.

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@BucksNation: Since using MLE, sources familiar with Bucks FO say they still remain active in signing some quality depth at a few positions. Cap Tax hit not an issue at the moment; will focus on looking to move pieces for cap relief mid-season, if necessary.

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Rockets are just trying to sign some frontcourt fillers to backup the 6th man C/PF whether its Jefferson or Joe Smith. Depends on who's higher on the index after training camp.

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@FSH: Rockets Press Conference Scheduled for 3pm this afternoon. Will discuss roster moves, depth chart, and gameplan

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@DetroitRockCity Kevin Martin...got better?...What?!?!

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@DetroitRockCity Kevin Martin is the hero Detroit needs right now, but not the one it deserves.

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