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Raptors to announce Dream's retirement later today

Discussion in 'NBA Dish' started by KHANzter786, Sep 30, 2002.

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  1. KHANzter786

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    http://www.hoopsworld.com/article_1333.shtml

    THE DREAM IS OVER: Word has it the Toronto Raptors will announce the retirement of Hakeem Olajuwon sometime today. The retirement will likely be because of back issues, but will be deemed a medical retirement. At this point there are no buyout terms being suggested, meaning Toronto will get no immediate cap relief on the deal, but could apply for a medical exception, but its unlikely they would use it even if granted, because of luxury tax concerns. Raptors GM Glen Grunwald hinted that he had some things pending, and there is talk Toronto may be exploring a trade involving Jerome Williams, not because they necessarily want to get rid of him, but he appears to be the only Raptor this side of Vince Carter that has appeal to other teams. The Raptors are said to be looking for size in anything they consider.



    Sad Indeed
     
    #1 KHANzter786, Sep 30, 2002
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    For Olajuwon, all that matters is that he gets paid...
     
    #2 kidrock8, Sep 30, 2002
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    Kinda late for such an announcement; since it came from Hoopsworld, I'd imagine no announcement is comnig today.

    Makes a lot more sense to wait until the start of training camps tomorrow, anyway.
     
    #3 mfclark, Sep 30, 2002
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