June 17th, 2011 
Russ Loede 
Posted in Rubio Will Turn 21 In October ESPN has been informed by sources that Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio, the Timberwolves 5th overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft, has settled an agreement with his team FC Barcelona and the T-Wolves, necessary to meet the May 31 deadline. Reports said the deadline had been reached two [...]
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The Next Tyson Chandler: Addressing JaVale McGee’s Worth
Why Would Washington Consider Shopping McGee? Where would Wizards center JaVale McGee be selected in this year’s NBA Draft? It’s a legitimate question, considering his current value/trade stock is being discussed. Lately, according to rumors, he’s being talked about in Washington’s desperate pursuit of the 2nd pick – a pick, they’d likely use on Arizona’s [...]
Magic Tweeting Magic: Lakers Should Get Busy
Dwight Destined For Los Angeles? Lakers legend Magic Johnson is in the headlines with his Twitter account. According to John Krolik of Pro Basketball Talk, the former NBA point guard recently put out a tweet saying: “Lakers should think about calling the Orlando Magic.” Shortly thereafter, Magic put the message to rest, by canceling what [...]
Slam Dunk Central’s 2011 NBA Mock Draft: Picks 1-6
First International Player Drafted: #3 Enes Kanter 1. Cleveland Cavaliers, GM Drew Jonke (NBADraft.net) – Kyrie Irving, PG, Duke: While I’m extremely tempted to select a larger-sized player here (Williams) and take Jimmer at No. 4 if available, I cannot pass up a player who may remind some of Chris Paul, but others of Isiah Thomas, but less [...]
Rubio’s NBA Plans Delayed?
Rubio Is Still Expected In Minneapolis Next Week Ricky Rubio’s NBA plans up in the air? Not if you read between the lines. Following his team’s Spanish league title on Tuesday night, Rubio made his comment: “We are talking with Barcelona and we will soon see.” The dazzling point guard wonder said he was “very [...]
There’s No Question Who Cavs Should Select #1
Kyrie To Cleveland Should Be A Lock The debate of Kyrie Irving vs. Derrick Williams can be summed up simply in two words: too easy. I find it puzzling that Cavs management is still pondering whether or not it will be Irving or Williams with the first overall pick. The only reason I can point [...]
Celtics GM Danny Ainge Holds ’10 Pick In High Regard; May Deal This Year’s Pick
Can Last Year’s Draft Choice Satisfy Doc Rivers This Year? The 19th overall pick of the 2010 NBA Draft played appeared in only 31 games his rookie campaign. Despite his lack of playing time in Boston during his first season, Danny Ainge believes Avery Bradley would be chosen top-five in this year’s draft. In the [...]
Knicks Pursuing Jimmer; Considering Bonzi?
The Native New Yorker Would Be A Dream Two Guard For D’Antoni Mike D’Antoni’s offensive philosophy is an ideal fit for BYU’s Jimmer Fredette. So much, you can make a movie out of it; a script straight from Tinseltown. A Madison Square Garden treat. A Coach D’Antoni Special. Yet, how close is it to becoming [...]
