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The best part about being a writer/journalist is being able to install memories to not only myself but to anyone else who wants to take the time remember the past, marvel at the present or predict the future with me.
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The Best of the Few Southern Illinois Salukis in the NFLSIUC -- Southern Illinois University Carbondale -- is a Division I-A, or FCS, football program, but a few graduates from the smaller school have made their way to the NFL. Not only have they played under the bright lights but a few have succeeded.
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First Person: Is Staying in Shape and Eating Healthy Overpriced?It's a well-known fact -- the United States of America is an obese country. Could it have something to do with how much money it cost to stay in shape or eat healthy?
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In Illinois, Heat Makes It OK to Be LazyNorthern Illinois has been pummeled with the sun's high beams and forgotten by rain clouds. In midst of the weather conditions, crops are floundering and kids have to be stored inside at a time when they should be outside enjoying the summer.
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Muhammad Ali's Non-Competitive Olympic Moment Stands Above All PerformancesThere have been many memorable Olympic moments on the court, track, high beam or field. None of them are more memorable than a legendary man with a legendary symbol of sport, courage and integrity.
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First Person: Are Fast Food Dollar Menus Really Saving Me Money?$1 menus might seem cheap since fries, a burger and a drink can be purchased for three dollars. However, the money saved on the fattening food isn't really saved since medical costs continue to soar and insurance is harder to find.
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Lower Gas Prices Lift Extra Funds and SpiritsThe beginning of the summer saw gas prices reach $5 in the midwest. A month and a half later, gas isn't nickles and dimes, but prices have been tolerable.
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Illinois Fighting Illini Football's Top 10 Spring ConcernsThe Illinois Fighting Illini basketball team isn't the only team in Champaign, Ill. that will look different the next time you see them. The Illini football team also has a new coach, new system and plenty of player movement to influence the 2012 season.
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First Person: The Better Employee Should Receive a Bigger PaycheckWhen I first entered the workplace, the employee who worked harder and finished with better results was put on the schedule more than those without a productive work rate. As age sets in, the United States work field seems to have changed.
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Derek Fisher Should Hang His Sneakers UpNBA veteran Derek Fisher was waived by the Houston Rockets after the Los Angeles Lakers traded him for Jordan Hill and a first round draft pick before the trade deadline. The five-time champion should step away from the game.
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The Basketball World Finally Gets to Witness the Real Memphis GrizzliesLast season the Memphis Grizzlies beat the one seeded San Antonio Spurs as the eight seed without Rudy Gay. When Memphis thought they would have a full roster for this season, Zach Randolph got hurt in four games. Now it's time to see the real Grizzlies.
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Is Greg Oden the Biggest Bust in NBA History?There are a few players NBA historians and guys standing around the water cooler consider monster busts. With Greg Oden being cut by the Portland Trail Blazers and a chance of not getting hired by another team, is he the biggest monster of them all?
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Jerry Sloan Should Not Take the New York Knicks' Coaching JobThe New York market has swallowed up and spit out many coaches. Ex-Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan may have a great track record but it wasn't in the biggest city in the country. Can he handle the pressure?
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Who Handled Their Situation Worse: Dwight Howard or LeBron James?Dwight Howard has finally decided to stay not option out of his contract with the Orlando Magic and will stay with the team for at least one more year. He did make a decision, but he handled the year drawn out situation wrong. Remind you of anyone?
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The San Antonio Spurs Put Themselves to an Ultimate TestThe San Antonio Spurs traded Richard Jefferson and a first round pick to the Golden State Warriors for newly acquired Stephen Jackson.The Spurs are known as a franchise that can turn no ones into some ones and has beens to right now. Can they do it again?
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The Milwaukee Bucks Get the Better End of the Trade with the Golden State WarriorsThe Milwaukee Bucks and the Golden State Warriors completed a trade involving five players Tuesday. Both teams get some nice pieces and help their franchises, but the Bucks one upped the Warriors.
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Mike D'Antoni Quits the New York Knicks: CommentaryMike D'Antoini resigned as the New York Knicks Wednesday. There is a lot of drama surrounding the team, but a coach shouldn't quit on his team, even if the players have quit on him.
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First Person: Higher Gas Prices Hit the Wallet HardAs gas prices go up, my wallet thins and my daily adventures slim down to a once a week activity. Higher gas prices are not only affecting the money I put in my tank, but the budget available for life's necessities.
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Free Agency is Rapidly Approaching for Steve NashWhile everyone is discussing where summer free agents such as Dwight Howard, Deron Williams and Eric Gordon will go, Steve Nash is flying under the radar. Many teams can use a future hall of famer who can still play, no matter how old he is?
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Who Should the Los Angeles Lakers Move First: Pau Gasol or Andrew Bynum?The Los Angeles Lakers are not going to add to their championship banners with the current group of guys on the team. Andrew Bynum and Pau Gasol would be the guys to move, but who should be on the trading block first?
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The Chicago Bulls Show Why Teams Shouldn't Throw a Championship Celebration After a Regular Season WinThe Indiana Pacers defeated the Chicago Bulls Jan. 25 at the United Center in Chicago. Derrick Rose said the Pacers over celebrated and added that he couldn't wait to play them again. Teams should stay away from firing up an NBA MVP.
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The Return of Deron WilliamsDeron Williams started the season out slow but has turned on the burners to pick up his game and the New Jersey Nets.
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Kobe Bryant Should Have Been in the MVP Conversation Since Day OneSome think the Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant is just now putting his name in the MVP conversation, despite the fact that the superstar guard has been posting an MVP resume all season long.
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The Boston Celtics Will Make a Huge Mistake If They Deal Rajon RondoThere have been talks of Rajon Rondo being traded from the Boston Celtics. Why on Earth would the Celtics try to unload a great player who has made the life of the team's three future Hall of Fame members easier? Boston would be making a huge mistake.
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Misconceptions of the San Antonio SpursSimilar to last season, the San Antonio Spurs are one of the best teams in the NBA, but no one is paying attention because of the misconceptions surrounding the franchise and its players.
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LeBron James is the Best Player in the NBAWhen James made the hour long ESPN special, "The Decision," James became a villain because he left his home state of Ohio. A year and a half later, he is still considered a bad guy to basketball fans but he is still the best player in the NBA.
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It's a Wide Open Race to Win All-Star Weekend ContestsThe dunk contest doesn't have a premier name and the three-point contest doesn't have a legendary shooter who usually wins the events. These two competitions and every other event during the NBA's All-Star weekend is anyones for the taking.
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A Win/Win Trade for Ramon Sessions and the Cleveland CavaliersRamon Sessions has been in trade talks for most of the season. If a trade was made it would be a win/win situation because Sessions would more than likely become a starter and the Cleveland Cavaliers would get a much needed position player.Also published on:
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The Top 3 Teams that Really Need J.R. SmithBefore the lockout J.R. Smith was part of the Denver Nuggets but was a member of a team in China once the lockout came about. Smith couldn't come back to the league immediately because of his contract, but now he can since the Chinese season is over.Also published on:
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Which is the Better Team: The Philadelphia 76ers or the Indiana Pacers?The Eastern Conference has two teams that have emerged as the second comings to the Miami Heat and the Chicago Bulls: the Philadelphia 76ers and the Indiana Pacers. If these two teams met one-on-one in the playoffs, who would be the best dark horse?Also published on:
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Gordan Hayward Should Be Dropped Immediately from Fantasy Basketball TeamsThe Utah Jazz's Gordan Hayward didn't have much upside in terms of fantasy basketball when the season started. His last few showings should him off of rosters completely.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: Players Who Are Not Surprisingly HurtEach year heading into a fantasy draft, there is a list of players, either wrote down or in a mental note, who are iffy selections because of injury. This season is another example of why these lists are created as often injured players are again injured.Also published on:
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Fantasy Basketball's Top "Glue Guys"The NBA has "Glue Guys" who are considered needed in order for teams to be successful in both the regular season and the postseason. Fantasy basketball is full of them too as mid-level players are all over winning rosters in Yahoo! fantasy leagues.Also published on:
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If There was a 2012 NBA All-Star Defensive TeamEvery year the NBA has an All-Star game to showcase their great offensive talent. The great defensive players are never showcased or recognized as great players until the end of the season with the NBA All-Defensive team. Why not at mid-season?Also published on:
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Is Roy Hibbert Overrated?There is a lot of buzz surrounding the Indiana Pacers' 2012 All-Star center Roy Hibbert. Is the attention rightly placed on him?Also published on:
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Trevor Booker is a Relevant Fantasy Basketball PlayerIt's probably true enough to say that the Washington Wizards' Trevor Booker wasn't on many owner's fantasy draft boards. However, as injuries rack up around the league, Booker is finding his name on more and more rosters.Also published on:
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Danny Granger's Turnaround Takes Him Off of the Bust ListThe Indiana Pacers' Danny Granger was on my bust list because of his poor performance to start the season. His recent efforts have me seeing his fantasy value in a new light.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: The Regret of Passing on the New York Knicks' Jermey LinEvery fantasy basketball owner is forced to make an executive decision some point throughout an NBA season on who to pick up or not to pick up off the waiver wires when replacing an injured player. Sometimes owners don't make the right decision.Also published on:
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It's Refreshing to Hear Dirk Nowitzki Say He Doesn't Think He Should Be an All-StarThe Dallas Mavericks' Nowitzki isn't putting up the kind of numbers a typical NBA All-Star usually does. The seven-foot German tells it like it is and says he shouldn't be on the roster.Also published on:
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Kevin Love and Mike Brown Receive What Seems to Be the Same Suspension for Two Entirely Different ActsThe NBA handed out two suspensions as the Minnesota Timberwolves' Kevin Love played dirty and the Los Angeles Lakers' coach Mike Brown got into it with a referee. The problem is: why do the two acts deserve basically the same punishment?Also published on:
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Kobe Bryant Outdoes Shaquille O'Neal Once Again by Passing Him as the Fifth Best Scorer in NBA HistoryKobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal, ex-teammates turned foes turned respected competitors, originally contended to see who could win the most NBA Championships. Bryant won the ring battle and has found one more way to out do O'Neal.Also published on:
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The Denver Nuggets Won't Win a Championship, But Not Because They Don't Have a SuperstarSince last year's Carmelo Anthony trade, the Denver Nuggets have been sizzling as one of the Western Conference and the NBA's hottest teams. The million dollar question is...can they win an NBA Championship without a superstar?Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: No Need to Dwell on Carl Landry's Knee Injury Costing Him 3-4 WeeksCarl Landry will sit out 3-4 weeks with a second degree MCL sprain. The injury isn't a big deal when it comes to fantasy because he was already a bust. The real question is: Who should Landry fantasy owners replace him with?Also published on:
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A Semi-Sleeper Alert: The Toronto Raptors' DeMar DeRozanHow did I pick up the Toronto Raptors' DeMar DeRozan off of the free agent waiver wires?Also published on:
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The Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett Has His Best Scoring Night of the 2011-12 NBA SeasonKevin Garnett is getting older, but he showed he can still get it done as his best scoring night of the 2011-12 NBA season propelled the Boston Celtics past the Memphis Grizzlies 98-80 Sunday.Also published on:
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The Minnesota Timberwolves Hurt Kevin Love's Chances of Starting for the 2012 NBA All-Star GameThe 2012 NBA All-Star starters were announced Thursday. In my opinion, the Minnesota Timberwolves' record and lack of excitement surrounding the team caused power forward Kevin Love to be snubbed.Also published on:
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Who is the Better Fantasy Basketball Player: Kevin Druant or LeBron James?The only way to judge who is the best fantasy player is to see who has the biggest numbers in the most categories across the entire stat line. In the 2011-12 season, only two players can be considered in the argument, Kevin Durant and LeBron James.Also published on:
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Prediction: The Dallas Mavericks Will Return to the NBA FinalsThe Dallas Mavericks have made some changes from last season's championship squad, but the Mavs still have what it takes to win championships.Also published on:
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The Dallas Mavericks and Denver Nuggets Show Why Bench Production is ImportantThe NBA is in an era where having multiple superstars with little around them seems to be the way to go in hopes of winning a championship. However, there are teams at the top of the standings who win games with the aid of the bench.Also published on:
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A Fantasy Owner's Perspective of the Denver Nuggets-Memphis Grizzlies' GameThe Memphis Grizzlies and the Denver Nuggets went into overtime Tuesday night. Who were some of the top performers fantasy basketball owners should keep an eye on?Also published on:
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The Los Angeles Lakers' Pau Gasol is Surprisingly a Top Five Fantasy NBA PlayerThe Los Angeles Lakers' Pau Gasol has been a border line superstar for most of his career. With the team down graded from previous seasons and his performance, or lack there of, in the 2011 playoffs, it looked like Gasol was going to be a fantasy bust.Also published on:
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The Chicago Bulls Are Back in the Dwight Howard TalksBefore the season started there were rumblings of a trade between the Chicago Bulls and the Orlando Magic in which the Bulls would receive Dwight Howard. After a month with little noise, the rumors have reappeared.Also published on:
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The Los Angeles Lakers May Have No Other Choice Than to Sign Gilbert ArenasThe Los Angeles Lakers' poor guard play will take the blame of another early playoff exit, if it happens. In attempts to patch up the back court, the Lakers might have to sign Gilbert Arenas, who every franchise in the NBA is hesitant on signing.Also published on:
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The Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat Make it Impossible to Wait for the Eastern Conference FinalsIn a rematch of the 2011 Eastern Conference Finals, the Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat went to war Sunday. Both teams proved they're elite and gave the basketball world a little taste of what's to come in this year's conference finals.Also published on:
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Kyle Singler Made the Right Decision to Stay OverseasWhen the lockout began this past summer, many NBA players went overseas in efforts to keep playing basketball. Most of them came back when the league officially reinstated, but Kyle Singler decided to stay where he was.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: Drop the Milwaukee Bucks' Andrew BogutThe Milwaukee Bucks' Andrew Bogut's injury has him listed to miss 8 to 12 weeks of the NBA season. If fantasy owners haven't dropped the center yet, this would be the time.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: Is the Phoenix Suns' Jared Dudley the Key?The Phoenix Suns' small forward Jared Dudley has had a slow start to the 2011-12 NBA season. However, when he is on, the Suns win and more than likely, fantasy basketball teams do as well.Also published on:
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Are the 2011-12 Los Angeles Clippers the Best Team in Franchise History?The Los Angeles Clippers are known around the basketball and sport's world as one of the worst franchises in history. This season, the Clippers have the star power and the ability to win a high number of games to consider them the best ever.Also published on:
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The Eastern Conference Will Be Represented in the NBA Finals by Either the Chicago Bulls or the Miami HeatThere are six Eastern Conference teams with basically the same record. However, only two of them are legitimate conference title contenders: the Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat.Also published on:
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Why the 2nd Best Center in the NBA is Marc GasolThe Memphis Grizzlies' Marc Gasol is wowing the NBA universe yet again. I think it's safe to say he has stepped out of his older brother Pau Gasol's shadow as he is the second best center in the NBA.Also published on:
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The Los Angeles Clippers Have Another Relevant Fantasy Basketball Player in Mo WilliamsThe Los Angeles Clippers have a solid lineup consisting of many fantasy basketball players. The way Mo Williams has been performing for his team has added him to the list.Also published on:
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The Next Chapter in the Chris Paul Trade Saga: Eric Gordon is Entering the Free Agent MarketChris Paul was one of the most talked about players this summer because he was trying to be traded away from the New Orleans Hornets. Once the deal was done, the conversation became how were Paul and Eric Gordon were going to help their new teams.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA Bust: Where Did Dorell Wright Go?The Golden State Warriors' Dorell Wright was a high fantasy basketball draft pick this season because of how he shot the ball last year. As his shot has left so has his fantasy value.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: Spencer Hawes Went from Most Adds to Most DropsSpencer Hawes wasn't originally drafted in many Yahoo! fantasy basketball leagues. Then he had a great start to the season and was rewarded with countless fantasy owners picking him up on waivers. Now, he is finding himself back on the waiver list.
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Bruce Bowen Proves Players Don't Have to Be Superstars to Earn RespectThe San Antonio Spurs are going to retire Bruce Bowen's No. 12 later in the year. Bowen, who helped the Spurs win three NBA Championships, was a role player, a label that doesn't bring most people the honor of having their jersey hanging from the rafters.Also published on:
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Kevin Love is the Minnesota Timberwolves' Kevin Garnett 2.0Kevin Garnett made the mistake of staying with the Minnesota Timberwolves for way too long. Kevin Love made the same bad decision when he signed a 4-year extension.Also published on:
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The Fantasy Basketball Enigma Known as Andray BlatcheThe amount of times NBA players surprise, shock and disappoint fantasy basketball owners is countless. But, no one is all over the board more than the Washington Wizards' Andray Blatche.Also published on:
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A Brand New Era of Fighting Illini Football Should Entice Recruits to Illinois: A Fan's TakeThere is a new coach in Champaign, Ill to usher in a new era, a new environment and new players.Also published on:
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The Chicago Bulls Can Beat the New Jersey Nets Without Three StartersThe Chicago Bulls head into Monday's game against the New Jersey Nets with the possibility of three members of the starting lineup out with injuries. It doesn't matter who is in the lineup, the Bulls will win the game.Also published on:
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Five Unusual College Football Recruitment StoriesNot everyone graduates from high school and takes the traditional route into college to play football. Some athletes play different sports in college and chose to take a route besides football, while others thought football was the way to go.Also published on:
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Decommits Illinois Fighting Illini Fans Wish Would Have Stuck Around: A Fan's TakeEvery football program goes through the process of recruits decommitting. At the same time, fans of the programs wonder what could have happened if the high school talent stuck to their original decision.Also published on:
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DeAndre Jordan Erases Fantay DisappointmentThe Los Angeles Clippers' center DeAndre Jordan was a player I thought would take the next step to becoming a powerful fantasy play this season. It has taken some time, but he finally showed me why I choose him to be my No. one center.Also published on:
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Drafting Pitchers Over Hitters Wins Fantasy Baseball Championships: A Fan's ViewThree seasons ago I dove into the fantasy baseball world and haven't looked back since. I began my fantasy career with the idea batters are the go to guys to win leagues. Boy, was I wrong.Also published on:
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Eddy Curry's Weight Loss Means the World to His Health, but it Won't Transfer to the Basketball CourtThe Miami Heat's Eddy Curry has lost 100 pounds and is ready to suit up for his first NBA game since 2009. I applaud the big man for dropping the weight, however, it isn't going to turn his basketball career around.Also published on:
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Carl Landry is Quickly Falling from Fantasy Owner's RadarsThe New Orleans Hornets' Carl Landry started the 2011-12 season hot but has drastically cooled off in the last week. It's time for fantasy owners to drop him.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: Jarrett Jack is Making the Best Out of the Chris Paul TradeLast season Jarrett Jack was not considered a fantasy play because of limited minutes. This season he is the starting point guard in New Orleans and is making the best out of his opportunity.Also published on:
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The Phoenix Suns Prove the New York Knicks Are TerribleThe Phoenix Suns lost five straight games before traveling to New York to face the Knicks Wednesday. If the Knicks' coach Mike D'Antoni thinks his team is a contender, the Knicks should be able to beat the Suns. Nope, Phoneix wins 91-88.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: New Memphis Grizzly Marreese Speights is Worth a LookSince Marreese Speights was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies he has put up solid numbers as he helps reformat the team's depleted front court. His effectiveness in the Grizzlies game plan should warrant fantasy owners to do some recruitingAlso published on:
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Dikembe Motumbo Needs the Finger Waive in His DirectionEx-NBA player Dikembe Motumbo may have been part of a gold scam. His get rich scheme doesn't work if he's in jail.Also published on:
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Andrew Bogut's Return Makes This Fantasy Owner HappyAndrew Bogut had missed five of the last seven Milwaukee Bucks games before Monday. The talented center came back with a vengeance against the Philadelphia 76ers.Also published on:
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The Absence of Derrick Rose is Not Why the Chicago Bulls Were Blown Out by the Memphis GrizzliesDerrick Rose didn't suit up against the Memphis Grizzlies Monday because of turf toe. His absence was not the reason the Chicago Bulls couldn't compete.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: This is the Perfect Time to Sell High on Kobe BryantIf fantasy basketball team owners have Kobe Bryant on their roster or an owner desperately wants to own the Los Angeles Lakers' superstar, this is the perfect time to make the trade.Also published on:
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NBA Superstars Worse for the Wear Early on in the 2011-12 SeasonCarmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade, Chris Paul and Steve Nash are sitting out of games because of injuries. All of their hampering injuries have a chance to linger for a large duration of the season. What will the future hold for the players and their teams?Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: Rookie Brandon Knight is on the RiseThe Detroit Pistons are still a bad team, but at least they selected a gem named Brandon Knight at the 2011 NBA draft. As Detroit relishes in Knight's solid start to his professional basketball career, fantasy owners sit back and grin at the box scores.Also published on:
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Oh, How the Western Conference All-Star Starting Lineup Will ChangeThe Western Conference All-Star starting lineup is going to be vastly different than last year because of a retirement, players switching conferences and age. Here are the players who should form the new All-Star starting lineup in the west.Also published on: -
Fantasy Basketball Makes Me Feel like a Proud PapaDwight Howard scored 43 points and grabbed 23 rebounds on Thursday night and Kobe Bryant scored 88 points in two games. It's performances such as these that bring me back to fantasy leagues year in and year out.Also published on:
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The Eastern Conference All-Star Starting Lineup Should Look like ThisVoting for the NBA All-Star Game starting lineups is over in 22 days. However, I think the Eastern Conference starting squad was finalized a week into the season.Also published on:
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Sorry, Dwight Howard, Your New Record Isn't a Big DealThe Orlando Magic's Dwight Howard broke Wilt Chamberlain's 50-year old record for the most free-throw attempts in a single game. I think this is one of those records no one should care about because it's not really a big deal.Also published on: -
Fantasy NBA: Torn Pectorals Take Out Al Horford and Kwame Brown for Most of SeasonThe Atlanta Hawks' Al Horford and Golden State Warriors Kwame Brown will be out for at least three months of the 2011-12 season as both centers tore pectoral muscles in their chest. How do these injuries affect fantasy teams?Also published on:
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A Fantasy Basketball Bad Habit: Trading Away Too Much for a Top StarOne of the biggest fantasy basketball bad habits is trading away multiple key pieces of a championship contender for one superstar. This is not a good idea.Also published on:
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Kobe Bryant is a Man on a MissionThe Los Angles Lakers have had controversy constantly surrounding them early on in the 2011-12 NBA season. Have no fear because Kobe Bryant is always in Los Angeles to save the day.Also published on: -
Fantasy NBA: Managing the Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry and His AnkleThe Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry has sprained his right ankle three times this season. This could cause problems for fantasy basketball owners
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Doc Rivers Calls Out His TeamThe Boston Celtics are struggling early on in the 2011-12 NBA season. Coach Doc Rivers said it's because his team lacks in areas the once elite Eastern Conference team thrived in.Also published on:
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When Will the Washington Wizards Finally Win a Game?The Washington Wizards have yet to a win a game in the 2011-12 season. There has never been a team in the league to finish a season without a victory, but when will the Wizards finally win a game?Also published on:
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Do Not Replace Williams on Fantasy Teams with Another Atlanta HawkThe Atlanta Hawks' starting small forward Marvin Williams is out for at least two games with a sprained ankle. Usually, it is a good idea for a fantasy owner to pick up a player from the same team as a replacement. Don't do it in this scenario.Also published on:
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Luol Deng is the Most Underrated Player in the NBALuol Deng has put up solid numbers and been an all-around great player for the Chicago Bulls for each of his eight NBA seasons. It doesn't matter what he does on the court, the man never gets the credit he deserves.Also published on:
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A Bad Idea: Trading for Top Tier Players Who Could Leave When They Become Free AgentsI don't understand why teams are trading for top notch NBA talent when the player could leave the next season. Whichever team trades for Dwight Howard is adding itself to the list of franchises involved in the new phenomenon.Also published on:
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Danny Granger is Letting Fantasy Owners DownOnce upon a time the Indiana Pacers' small forward Danny Granger was a great fantasy pickup. This isn't the case for the 2011-12 season.Also published on:
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The Minnesota Tiimberwolves Are Better Than Thier 3-5 RecordLast season the Minnesota Timberwolves might have been defeated by college teams. This season Minnesota is a legitimate NBA team and will surprise the elite teams in the league.Also published on:
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Fantasy NBA: Michael Beasley Fill InsThe Minnesota Timberwolves forward Micheal Beasley is going to miss at least three games with a sprained right foot. He is owned on a lot of fantasy teams, which means a replacement will be needed.Also published on:
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Other Miami Heat Players Have Fantasy Value with Dwyane Wade and LeBron James OutTwo of the Miami Heat's superstars, Dwyane Wade and LeBron James, are out of the lineup. This makes other Heat players fantasy plays.Also published on:
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Don't Be Fooled: Kyle Lowry is a Top Tier Fantasy Basketball Point GuardI have to admit, I couldn't believe my eyes when I read the Houston Rockets' point guard Kyle Lowry's stat line. He is putting up numbers comparable to the best one-guards in the league.Also published on:
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Dirk Nowitzki Plays in His 1,000th GameThe Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki has had a career full of achievements most NBA players can only hope for. He added another feat to his resume Wednesday by not only playing in his 1,000th game in the league, but with one team.Also published on: -
Which Point Guard Will Finish the Season as the Better Fantasy Player: Chris Paul or Derrick Rose?I think it's clear Chris Paul and Derrick Rose are the two best point guards in the league. Which player is better when it comes to fantasy basketball?Also published on:
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Is Andrew Bynum the Next Franchise Player for the Los Angeles Lakers?The Los Angeles Lakers move decade to decade on the back of a franchise player. Kobe Bryant, who has been this player since the late 1990's, only has a few years of high level basketball left. Is Andrew Bynum up next.Also published on:
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The Boston Celtics Are Making a Mistake by Relying on Jermaine O'NealJermaine O'Neal has an injury history a mile long, but the Boston Celtics still count on him to be starting center caliber. This is a mistake.Also published on:
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Is Tracy McGrady Relevant in Fantasy Basketball Again?Tracy McGrady was once a top 10 pick in fantasy basketball until injury problems hit the superstar. McGrady went off on Monday and helped the Atlanta Hawks win a game against heavily favored Miami Heat. Can the ex-superstar return to being a fantasy play?Also published on:
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Fantasy Basketball: NBA Injuries Come Early in the 2011-12 SeasonMany players are getting hurt early on in the 2011-12 season. How does this affect their fantasy value?Also published on:
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A Little Boy in a Man's Body Named DeMarcus CousinsThe Sacramento Kings drafted power forward DeMarcus Cousins in 2010 knowing he had on and off the court problems. The Kings risk didn't pay off as Cousins has been banned from the team after a trade request.Also published on: -
Give Ricky Rubio a ChanceSince Spaniard Ricky Rubio was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2009 NBA draft, the point guard has had every part of his game dissected under a microscope. He finally plays a few professional games and the heckling doesn't stop.Also published on:
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Kyrie Irving Bounces Back After Lackluster DebutThe first performance from Kryrie Irving, the 2011 No. 1 draft pick, was lackluster to say the least. Have no fear, the Cleveland Cavaliers' point guard has improved his stat line since then to show he is number one worthy.Also published on:
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Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Alert: Jeff TeagueThe Atlanta Hawks' third-year point guard Jeff Teague has been sitting on the sideline learning how to play the professional game from veterans such as Mike Bibby and Kirk Hinrich. This season, it's Teague's time to show what he can do.Also published on:
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This is Why Dwight Howard is the Best Fantasy Basketball Center in the NBAWe all know Dwight Howard is a monster on the court in real life. Sometimes real life play doesn't turn into great fantasy play. This isn't the case for the Orlando Magic center.Also published on:
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Early MVP Prediction: Kevin DurantThe Oklahoma City Thunder's superstar small forward Kevin Durant will be the NBA's regular season MVP.Also published on:
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Fantasy Basketball: Stay Away from Injury Prone Carlos DelfinoThe worst kind of players to have on a fantasy roster are those who can not stay healthy enough to be on an NBA court. Carlos Delfino is one of these players.Also published on:
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The Utah Jazz Need to Do SomethingWhat once was a top tier Western Conference team, the Utah Jazz have fallen off the NBA radar and don't seem to find their way out of the dungeon of the standings anytime soon. What can the Jazz do to turn things around.Also published on:
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Three Reasons the NBA Will Be Better in 2012 Than 2011Every NBA season's game play and headline stories are intriguing and enjoyable. However, 2012 is going to outshine 2011.Also published on:
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Rookie Norris Cole Performance Demands a Fantasy Roster SpotThe Miami Heat have fantasy studs LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. Rookie point guard Norris Cole wants to add his name to the list as well.Also published on:
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The Number One Fantasy Free Agent Pickup: Spencer HawesSpencer Hawes didn't find himself on a lot of fantasy teams on draft day, but his solid play is showing owners what kind of help he can give a team.Also published on:
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Is Kris Humphries a Next Level Fantasy Basketball Player?When I chose the top five power forwards for the 2011-12 fantasy basketball season, Kris Humphries wasn't even thought of. It's still early in the season, but the New Jersey Net might propel himself into the list.Also published on:
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Projected Fantasy Bust: Channing FryeI hope fantasy owners don't have high hopes for the Phoenix Suns' Channing Frey. This will only lead to disappointment.Also published on:
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Deron Williams and Mehmet Okur Reunite in New JerseyThe New Jersey Nets center Brooke Lopez is out 6-8 weeks because of surgery to his right foot. Management noticing their is a large hole in the middle, signed Deron Williams ex-teammate in Utah, Mehmet Okur. Will the reunion pan out?Also published on:
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Derrick Rose: "I Think I Can Finally Say This Now: Mom, We Finally Made It."The Chicago Bulls and 2011 NBA MVP, Derrick Rose, have agreed to terms on a 5-year contract worth $94.8 million. This is a great signing for the Bulls, Rose and his mother.Also published on: -
How Will Darrell Arthur's Injury Affect Other Memphis Grizzlies' Fantasy Value?The Memphis Grizzlies backup center/power forward Darrell Arthur is out for the entire 2011-12 NBA season with a torn ACL. How will his injury affect his squad's fantasy basketball worth?Also published on:
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The Lockout Helped the NBA More Than Most ThinkThe NBA went into a lockout because franchise owners and professional basketball players couldn't agree on terms for a new collective bargaining agreement. A part of the season was lost, but the lockout probably helped the league more than it hurt it.Also published on:
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A Trip to the Dentist is Better Than Playing God of WarGod of War is the worst video series ever to be released. This overrated series doesn't deserve the hype it receives because of the multiple game play issues and the lack of a great protagonist.
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Gilbert Arenas is Still on the Open MarketNBA franchises are wheeling and dealing as the 2011-12 season starts in six days. The quality free agents available are decreasing. Gilbert Arenas is waiting for a team to pick him up, but is he available.Also published on:
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Don't Underestimate Chauncey Billups Come Fantasy Draft TimeVeteran point guard Chauncey Billups has been an All-Star and a NBA Champion. If he continues to play at the level he did on Monday, Billups could repeat as both. This is a forewarning: don't under estimate Billups come fantasy basketball draft time.Also published on:
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The Turning of the Los Angeles SpotlightThe Los Angeles Lakers seem to be in decline while "Little Brother" and one of the worst franchises in NBA history, the Los Angeles Clippers, seem to have what it takes to steal the spotlight and step away from the nickname.Also published on:
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Red Flag Alert for the Boston CelticsThe Boston Celtics' roster isn't getting any younger or healthier than it was last season. As age and injury set in, fantasy basketball owners should stay away from Celtics come draft time.Also published on:
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Top 5 Centers to Draft for Fantasy BasketballThese are the top five centers to draft in fantasy basketball.Also published on:
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Tyler Hansbrough: A Fantasy Basketball StudThe Indiana Pacers are looking to improve on their trip to the playoffs last season. If Tyler Hansbrough continues to put up big numbers, he won't only be a key piece for the Pacers but fantasy basketball teams as well.Also published on:
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The New York Knicks Sign Baron DavisLast season Chauncey Billups ran the New York Knicks' offense. He was waived and is now replaced with another veteran Baron Davis. Can the addition of Davis help the Knicks move up the Eastern Conference ranks?Also published on: -
The Los Angeles Lakers Are Falling from GraceThe Lost Angeles Lakers are going through some trying times: superstar Kobe Bryant is going through a divorce with his wife, other players on the roster are not happy and Lamar Odom was traded. To make it even worse, Phil Jackson is also gone.Also published on:
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Top Five Power Forwards to Draft for Fantasy BasketballEvery NBA team needs a big man who can score and grab rebounds. These are the top five power forwards in the league who should be an owners first look for the position.Also published on:
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Can Bonzi Wells Still Play in the NBA?Ex-NBA small forward Bonzi Wells is attempting to make a comeback after being out of the league since 2008. He is invited to camp but will he make the Minnesota Timberwolves' regular season roster?Also published on:
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Top 5 Small Forwards to Draft for Fantasy BasketballThere are plenty of solid small forwards in the NBA, but who are the top five to draft for Fantasy Basketball?Also published on:
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Chicago Bulls Get a Player They Needed in Richard HamiltonThe Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose had to do a lot last season to win games because he didn't have any consistent scoring in the back court. Welcome, Richard Hamilton who can shoot the lights out.Also published on:
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Top 5 Shooting Guards to Draft for Fantasy BasketballFantasy Basketball drafts are creeping around the corner, if not already done. Who are the top five shooting guards most owners would love to have on their rosters.Also published on: -
The Dallas Mavericks Are Making Moves to RepeatThe Dallas Mavericks were not thought to be a good enough team to win the NBA Championship last season. Instead of taking the same team as last year into the season, the Mavericks are revamping the roster to attempt a repeat.Also published on:
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Top 5 Point Guards to Draft for Fantasy BasketballWith Fantasy Basketball drafts approaching rapidly, it's time to develop a selection strategy. Who are the go-to-guys to run the point for your team?Also published on:
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The Real Deal: David West to the Indiana PacersDavid West was rumored to go to Boston Celtics, but at the last minute the Indiana Pacers finalized a deal with the New Orleans Hornets to sweep the all-star forward away from green and white.Also published on:
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Best Fantasy Players on Bad TeamsTop Fantasy Basketball players are not all from the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, Dallas Mavericks, Chicago Bulls and other top tier NBA teams. The dungeons of the league also hold valuable fantasy players.Also published on:
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The New York Knicks Become an Elite Eastern Conference Team with Tyson ChandlerThe New York Knicks took part in a three-team trade with the Dallas Mavericks and the Washington Wizards to acquire defensive minded center Tyson Chandler. This move solidifies New York as a top dog in the Eastern Conference once again.Also published on:
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The Correct Way to Draft for Fantasy BasketballSelecting players for a winning team in a Fantasy Basketball draft can be difficult. If these few steps are followed for the 2011-12 fantasy season, victory is the only option.Also published on:
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Lackluster First Day of NBA Free Agent Signings and TradesWith names such as Dwight Howard and Chris Paul on the market, the first day of NBA roster activity was rather lackluster. A few average talent signings and two trades lead to a boring reopening to professional basketball.Also published on:
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What More Can Jason Kidd Do?Jason Kidd has had a legendary career and topped it off with a NBA Championship last season. Is he hurting his legacy by not retiring?Also published on: -
Five Reasons the Chicago Bulls Should Not Sign Dwight HowardDwight Howard is approaching free agency and teams are looking for trade options to put him on the roster. There has been talk that the Bulls would like the big man. I don't 'think ironing wrinkles instead of filling voids is a good idea for Chicago.
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Why Chris Paul Will Leave the Hornets and Dwight Howard Will Leave the Magic, but Will Not Be TeammatesAmidst the NBA free agent period and the upcoming regular season, Chris Paul and Dwight Howard are the two biggest names teams are interested in. Both players are going to leave their current team but they will not find themselves on the same team.