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Before the Trade Deadline: Carlos Delfino

Before the Trade Deadline: Carlos Delfino

By Kinnon Yee • on January 17, 2008

As the trade deadline approaches, it’s important to take a look at some of the so-called tradeable assets on this Raptors team. What are the strengths and weaknesses of a player, looking at the current and future possibilities, and of course salary situations.
Salary: $1.8 million guaranteed this year with a qualifying offer of $2.7 million [...]

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Game Recap: Raptors 116, Kings 91

Game Recap: Raptors 116, Kings 91

By Kinnon Yee • on January 17, 2008

It was really interesting to hear Bryan Colangelo today on Prime Time Sports. He talked a lot about the need for a guy like TJ, who currently is working out with John Lucas and getting back into the game mentally. He also talked about his disappointment with Bargnani, but also reiterated that Bargnani [...]

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Before the Trade Deadline: Anthony Parker

Before the Trade Deadline: Anthony Parker

By Kinnon Yee • on January 16, 2008

As the trade deadline approaches, it’s important to take a look at some of the so-called tradeable assets on this Raptors team. What are the strengths and weaknesses of a player, looking at the current and future possibilities, and of course salary situations.
Salary: $4.5 million guaranteed through 2008-2009.
Strengths: A consistent meat-and-potatoes guard who is [...]

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Game Recap: Pistons 103, Raptors 89

Game Recap: Pistons 103, Raptors 89

By Kinnon Yee • on January 16, 2008

My friend says to me over MSN last night, “Hey, at least there’s a ball game today. You can relax and enjoy your evening.” My response? “It’s going to be against the Pistons, so it’s going to be a horrible game.”
What is it about the Pistons that brings out the worst in [...]

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HoopsAddict.com’s Southeast Division - Jan. 16

HoopsAddict.com’s Southeast Division - Jan. 16

By Austin Kent • on January 16, 2008

You may recall that last year HoopsAddict.com was lucky enough to take a spot on About.com’s weekly division recap panel. Both Ryan McNeill and I took turns breaking down the woes and worries of the Atlantic Division, back before the Boston Celtics were even worth talking about. Well this year HoopsAddict.com is back, shedding light [...]

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Before the Trade Deadline: Jose Manuel Calderon

Before the Trade Deadline: Jose Manuel Calderon

By Kinnon Yee • on January 15, 2008

As the trade deadline approaches, it’s important to take a look at some of the so-called tradeable assets on this Raptors team. What are the strengths and weaknesses of a player, looking at the current and future possibilities, and of course salary situations.
Salary: $2.5 million expires this year. Restricted Free Agent
Strengths: Perhaps the most [...]

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Headlines from the Fantasy Hardwood - January 14, 2008

Headlines from the Fantasy Hardwood - January 14, 2008

By Tom Minear • on January 14, 2008

Compiled By FantasyFanatics.com Lead Expert Rob Shaw
On the Rise
Mike Bibby – Point Guard – Kings
For those that have been stashing Bibby on their reserve squad waiting patiently for his return, it finally appears that your patience is going to pay off. He is scheduled to return on Wednesday, January 16th. He may need a [...]

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Game Recap: Raptors 116, Trailblazers 109

Game Recap: Raptors 116, Trailblazers 109

By Kinnon Yee • on January 14, 2008

You should just call this game the “mental error game” and be over with it. After all, there hasn’t been a game in recent memory that has had more crazy calls and mistakes on the floor.  The 12:30 start might have something to do with it, but let’s be real. Jamario Moon giving [...]

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Game Recap: Raptors 99, Knickerbockers 90

Game Recap: Raptors 99, Knickerbockers 90

By Kinnon Yee • on January 12, 2008

I commented to my buddy Sidney while were watching the game, that if the Raptors don’t reach 100 points against this Knicks team, we should be pretty mad.   By this point, the Raptors had built a substantial lead with little worry.  Bosh was hitting from all over the floor, and we were up by about [...]

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Before the Trade Deadline: Andrea Bargnani

Before the Trade Deadline: Andrea Bargnani

By Kinnon Yee • on January 11, 2008

As the trade deadline approaches, it’s important to take a look at some of the so-called tradeable assets on this Raptors team. What are the strengths and weaknesses of a player, looking at the current and future possibilities, and of course salary situations.
Salary: $5 million guaranteed rookie contract through 2008-2009, with team option in 2009-2010
Strengths: [...]

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