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The Top 5 Front Lines in the NBA 2010 Edition

by The Boss on March 9, 2010

in Blog, Grizzlies


While doing my daily surfing of my favorite blogs, I saw a story over at The Scores Report that raised my eyebrow. Grizzlies owner Michael Heisley made this statement when taking questions regarding re-signing Rudy Gay:

Q. Will you re-sign Rudy Gay, who is a restricted free agent this summer?

A. I feel we’re going to sign him. I don’t know what else you want me to say. Rudy is an outstanding player. He fits our team well. We’ve got the best front line in basketball.

After I stopped laughing, I seriously put some thought to who are the best five front courts in the game right now. Check the list after the jump. [click to continue…]

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Hasheem Thabeet – The Big Bust?

by The Boss on February 26, 2010

in Editorials, Grizzlies


About a year ago, as UConn was preparing for the NCAA Tournament, I remember hearing all the “experts” rave about the pro potential of Hasheem Thabeet, saying he was going to be a big time contributor immediately in the league. I remember as the NBA Draft drew nearer, I wrote this column, raising my doubts that Thabeet was “NBA Ready”, and that Memphis, whom I had predicted would take him, would be the best situation for him. 9 months later, it looks like I was right. [click to continue…]

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Iversons arrival in Memphis boosts ticket sales

September 13, 2009

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9/13/09
The signing of Allen Iverson by the Memphis Grizzlies has already paid off for the franchise in a big way. Only 48 hours after officially announcing that Iverson was a member of the team, sales for season tickets were through the roof. All new season ticket purchases in Memphis were [...]

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Sessions to sign with Wolves

September 5, 2009

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9/4/09
In a surprising turn of events, the Minnesota Timberwolves have come to terms with former Bucks guard Ramon Sessions on a four year deal, worth over $4 million per season. Sessions, who is a restricted free agent, must wait a week to see if the Bucks will match the offer. [...]

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Rubio for Rudy Gay?

August 25, 2009

Two small market teams could be in talks to make a big splash on the upcoming 2009-10 NBA season. The Pioneer Press reports the Memphis Grizzlies may be looking at trading pending free agent Rudy Gay. Gay, who may be looking at a big payday when his upcoming contract runs out, would be an ideal [...]

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Odom to return to Lakers

July 30, 2009

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7/30/09
One of the most coveted free agents left out there is returning home, after nearly a month of doubt. First reported by our friends at BlackSportsOnline.com, Lamar Odom will sign a four year contract, with the fourth year being the team option. While the exact dollar amounts are not yet [...]

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