The Cavaliers are leading the NBA in points per 100 possessions after finishing 19th in the category last season, which is a big reason why they are 2nd in our new rankings.
Monta Ellis is still at least a full month away from his return to the court for the Warriors, but he recently called RealGM with the full story behind his ankle injury.
Chris Paul led all players in Season FIC during the 2007-08 campaign and he is the current per 40 leader of the preseason. How are other players performing thus far?
Just three installments remain in the series, with this chapter housing names like Michael Jordan, Kevin McHale, and Carmelo Anthony. It was incredibly hard to leave off a number of players, and I’m sure after reading you’ll see exactly whom I decided skip over this time around.
Born within six months of each other in opposite corners of the world, two seven footers who are finalists for the Basketball Hall of Fame this fall are two of the best ever to play the center position.
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Does anyone else think that the cold weather makes it so much harder to get up in the morning?
Stephon Marbury sees himself as a starter but has okayed a bench role with the Knicks this season. I’m sure Mike D’Antoni and Donnie Walsh are thrilled that Marbury is fine with that role.
In a somewhat surprising move, the Magic have picked up the 2009-10 option on the contract of guard J.J. Redick. The former Duke sharpshooter wanted to be dealt last season, but instead of sulking he did the right thing and worked his tail off this summer.
Scott Boras has made it known that Manny Ramirez expects to sign a deal for at least five years and $85 million this winter. Meanwhile, the Dodgers, who are about to begin the NLCS against the Phillies, may not believe that Manny fits into their plans at that price. If I were a Dodgers' fan, I’d worry about all this after the season is over.
Mike Mussina is still unsure about whether or not he’ll pitch next season, something that the Yankees apparently want him to do. I’m not trying to hide anything; I’m a Bombers' fan. I also love Mussina, which naturally means that I want him back on the mound in 2009.
Curt Schilling is contemplating a comeback at midseason in 2009, but will have to see how his shoulder holds up following surgery back in June. I wouldn’t mind seeing Curt on the mound, just as long as he doesn’t steal the limelight away from whatever team he pitches for in the process.
Vikings' Coach Brad Childress says that punter Chris Kluwe wasn’t supposed to kick to Reggie Bush in the second half when the Saints running back returned a pair of punts. From Childress’ comments, it looks as though Kluwe will be on a short leash for the remainder of the season.
Andy Reid says that the Eagles are ‘embarrassed’ following their loss to the Redskins on Sunday. I could see why they would be, but there will be no time for rest as they travel to San Francisco to face the 49ers in a few days. If they lose against this Sunday, their playoff hopes will die on the West Coast.
