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[Grantland] Who are the New-Age Shane Battiers?

Discussion in 'NBA Dish' started by durvasa, May 2, 2013.

  1. coachbadlee

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    Someone in their thirties "new age"?:confused:
     
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    I think the Bobcats would really like to pair another 7 foot PF who can shoot next to Mullens. So i would try to trade D-Mo for Taylor. Then let Delphino and Garcia go(however). Then draft Roberson in the second round of this draft. Battiers galore
     
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    Really liked the article.
    And I agree that Garcia will not be back with us next year. That team option is at like $6.5 million
     
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    It's interesting that the Rockets (presumably Morey behind the scene) wanted to draft Sefolosha (not Gay) with the #8 pick if the Battier trade didn't work out. So Sefolosha is THE new age Battier.
     
  6. oakdogg

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    Oh yeah, I see it now, but I wonder why his name is not in bold like the others?

    I think this is what it's all about. 1-2 players who can draw a double team & can kick out + a bunch of defensive-minded players who can hit the open shot. That's the way the championship Rockets were built.

    FYI, durvasa, I think you may be my favorite poster.
     
  7. durvasa

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    Thanks for the compliment.
     
  8. Jontro

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    Every time I hear the word New Age, it reminds me of

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    Which just happens to fit well with Battier, IMO. I don't think there is a current Battier in the NBA.

    and for your enjoyment:

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  9. thething

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    If we strike out on Dwight and Paul, and we don't find anyone we like in free agency, I could see us signing Garcia to a one year deal.

    The team option will be declined, but that doesn't mean he can't come back.
     

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