Month: February 2008 (Page 18 of 30)

      Kidd headed to Dallas?

      February 13, 2008 /

      ESPN is reporting that a deal is in the works that would send Jason Kidd to the Dallas Mavericks.

      The deal — salvaged from talks on a three-way trade with Portland that developed and fizzled quickly two weeks ago — has Dallas sending 24-year-old point guard Devin Harris, veteran swingman Jerry Stackhouse, the expiring contracts of center DeSagana Diop and swingman Devean George and guard Maurice Ager to New Jersey for Kidd and forward Malik Allen.

      Sources say Dallas will also add the league-maximum $3 million in cash and send its first-round draft pick this June as well as a first-rounder in 2010.

      Wow. Given the lopsided Gasol trade and Kidd’s demand to be moved, it looks like the Mavs are giving up an awful lot for a poor-shooting point guard that will turn 35 next month.

      Before suffering an ankle injury, Devin Harris, 24, was enjoying something of a breakout season in his fourth year with Dallas. He is averaging 14.4 points and 5.3 assists per game while shooting 48.3% from the field. Harris plus two first round picks is a lot to give up for Kidd.

      For his part, Kidd will bring toughness and leadership to Dallas. He is also a terrific rebounder for a guard and is always a threat to post a triple-double. The problem is his age. At 35, he may only have a season or two left of productive play while Harris has all the tools to be a top 10 point guard for the next 8-10 years. With Dirk Nowitzki turning 30 this summer, it’s clear that the Mavs think that their window is closing and that they wanted to get Dirk as much help as possible to make a title run in the next two seasons.

      I love the trade for the Nets. I never thought they would get a terrific prospect like Harris plus two first round picks AND salary cap flexibility. There is good reason to be optimistic in New Jersey/Brooklyn.

      Fantasy Basketball, NBA, Rumors & Gossip

      Roger Clemens-Brian McNamee Link Dump

      February 13, 2008 /

      With all of the he said, she said nonsense going on in the Roger Clemens-Brian McNamee debate, it’s enough for a blogger to go insane. So with that, here’s a link dump to insure that you’re all caught up on whom, when and where McNamee injected with HGH.

      – Get live updates of the Clemens-McNamee hearing in progress at MLB.com

      – Clemens suit against McNamee moved to federal court.

      – McNamee says he injected Clemens more than previously stated.

      – Andy Pettitte: Clemens discussed HGH.

      P.S. At his testimony, Clemens is playing the “I don’t recall” card incredibly hard and McNamee just looks like a rat. Clemens just seems so pompous in everything he’s saying, but Indiana Representative Dan Burton smacked McNamee silly for his past lies to the New York Post and other media outlets.

      MLB

      The Rumor Mill (2/12)

      February 12, 2008 /

      Here are a few rumblings from around the league:

      – Stan Van Gundy isn’t pleased with Dwight Howard’s recent play on defense. Van Gundy wants Howard to be more active in his help defense and be more of a force by blocking shots.

      – Sam Cassell isn’t expecting the Clippers to buy him out or trade him to the Celtics, though he’d welcome the move.

      – Isiah Thomas is still in charge of the Knicks and he’s shopping two of his latest acquisitions – Zach Randolph and Eddy Curry – around the league. Isn’t it the next guy’s job to clean up Isiah’s mess?

      – Heat owner Mickey Arison feels fortunate that he was able to get out of Shaq’s remaining contract. Apparently, Shaq initiated the trade by having his agent call Arison and request a buyout.

      – Through his agent, Jason Kidd told the Nets that he wants to play for a contender. If New Jersey sends him to a lottery team, his agent (Jeff Schwartz) has threatened to steer clients away from the Nets in the future.

      – People give the Timberwolves grief for not getting enough in the Garnett trade. In a rarity, I’m going to come to Kevin McHale’s defense. Al Jefferson has been a beast thus far, averaging 21.4 points and 12.2 rebounds per game. He’s just 23 and Minnesota can build around him. Given what the Grizzlies got for Pau Gasol, I’d say Minny did pretty well.

      Fantasy Basketball, NBA, Rumors & Gossip

      Fire the Officials

      February 12, 2008 /

      Watched a great game last night – at least it was a great game until .01 seconds left. Villanova battled Georgetown even for almost 40 minutes and then with one toot of a whistle the whole game changed.

      Official BOB DONATO called a foul on Villanova 75 feet away from the basket with the Georgetown player just dribbling. No advantage was gained and there was not enough contact to make the call. However, with that whistle Bob Donato took away any chance for a Villanova victory. He should be fired!!! To make matters worse it was his third game in three days. All season I have been talking about officials working too many games and not being held accountable. This is a perfect example.

      With the loss Villanova’s place in the Big East tournament is in jeopardy. That means there is going to be grumbling about the job Jay Wright is doing. Let’s see, they fired John Brady and Jay John for not winning. Sure, they make a lot of money. I don’t question that. However, officials are bringing in close to $2000 a game. Where else can Bob Donato make $1000 an hour? He should be fired!!!

      If an official makes a mistake they should be reprimanded and games taken away. When an official potentially costs a coach his job, the official should be fired!! If you don’t believe me, ask Mike Davis about Gene Monge. He was an official that should have been fired ten years prior to when he retired.

      If the game is going to go to the next level, then officials should be held accountable…

      College Basketball

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