| Boston inks Giddens | Tuesday 8/26, 6:42 PM CT |
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The Boston Celtics signed their 1st-round draft pick JR Giddens on Tuesday, according to the Associated Press. The 6-foot-5 point guard, the 30th pick in the draft, averaged 16.3 points and 8.8 rebounds for New Mexico during his senior season. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Our View: The 23-year-old Giddens brings a reputation as a strong defender to the defending NBA champion Celtics. Giddens said he has matured in the last few years. He pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor battery charge after being stabbed at a bar fight in May 2005 while playing for Kansas. He transferred to New Mexico, where he was suspended twice in his first season. |
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| Bryant yet to set date for surgery | Tuesday 8/26, 11:45 AM CT |
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Kobe Bryant is yet to plan a date to undergo surgery to mend ligament damage to his right pinkie finger, according to the OC Register.
Our View: Bryant planned to take a few days to contemplate the situation, upon his return from the Olympics. Bryant’s post-surgery recovery likely will take at least four weeks. |
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| Duckworth passes away at 44 | Tuesday 8/26, 11:42 AM CT |
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NBA.com reports that Kevin Duckworth has passed away due to unknown causes on Monday. He was 44 years old.
Our View: He was a two-time All-Star and played a prominent role to the Blazers' success in the early 1990's. |
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| Artest receives warm welcome | Tuesday 8/26, 8:04 AM CT |
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Ron Artest received a warm welcome by the fans in Houston at Monday's rally, according to the Houston Chronicle. Artest said, "It just showed what type of city Houston is. It just showed me I’m definitely going to be in an arena that’s full of energy, full of excitement. Having a chance to have those fans on my side, instead of against me, is going to help me play better. It’s only August. When we start winning a whole bunch of games, I can imagine how it’s going to be."
Our View: Expectations are high in Houston for a deep playoff run, and Artest will have a chance to generate strong numbers while playing with All-Stars Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady. |
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