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Archive for February 2008

February 22nd, 2008

Daniel Gibson Injury Update

As the Cavaliers were welcoming Ben Wallace, Wally Szczerbiak, Joe Smith and Delonte West, they were forced to say goodbye to Daniel Gibson for 4-to-6 weeks. An MRI revealed a severely sprained ankle for Gibson, who was hurt against the Indiana Pacers.
Gibson, who has been a decent fantasy basketball player this season, is a deadeye […]

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February 22nd, 2008

Cavs, Bulls and Sonics Trade - Fantasy Perspective

In the biggest trade at the NBA trading deadline, the Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls and Seattle Supersonics swapped players in a three-team deal. The Cavs acquired Ben Wallace, Wally Szczerbiak, Delonte West and Joe Smith, the Bulls got Larry Hughes, Drew Gooden, Cedric Simmons and Shannon Brown, and the Sonics landed Ira Newble, Donyell Marshall […]

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February 21st, 2008

Kurt Thomas to Spurs - Fantasy Perspective

Sometimes trades in the NBA could be considered big trades but don’t make a ripple in the fantasy world. The Kurt Thomas to the San Antonio Spurs trade is one of those trades. While Thomas has been a consistent fantasy option this year, there likely aren’t many fantasy teams that he’s starring on.
And now that […]

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February 21st, 2008

The Fantasy Basketball Stock Watch

From FantasyFanatics.com
Well, All-Star Weekend has come and gone, however, the debate on the “Superman” dunk (was it a dunk or not?) still rages on. As fantasy basketball players, we have bigger concerns on our mind. For one, what are the fantasy effects of all of the blockbuster deals this season? Also, are there any second-half […]

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February 20th, 2008

Jason Kidd to Mavs - Fantasy Perspective

The on-again, off-again trade is finally on for good. Jason Kidd has officially been traded from the New Jersey Nets to the Dallas Mavericks along with Antoine Wright and Malik Allen for Devin Harris, Trenton Hassell, Maurice Ager, Keith Van Horn and DeSagana Diop.
With Kidd in Dallas, expect an increase in efficiency from all […]

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February 20th, 2008

Mike Bibby to Hawks - Fantasy Perspective

The Sacramento Kings traded Mike Bibby to the Atlanta Hawks over the weekend for Anthony Johnson, Tyronn Lue, Lorenzen Wright and Shelden Williams. Bibby goes to Atlanta trying to give the team the solid point guard it hasn’t had in years.
In Bibby’s first game with the Hawks on Tuesday, he injured an ankle. The extent […]

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February 19th, 2008

Gilbert Arenas - Injury Info

Gilbert Arenas took the first step in his return from his knee injury. Cleared for light practice, Arenas was back on the basketball court on Monday. While he’s still not able to practice fully, this is a good sign for Arenas owners.
Not too long ago, there were rumblings Arenas would possibly miss the rest of […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 1 comment

February 18th, 2008

Top Fantasy Basketball Rookie Centers

Al Horford, Atlanta Hawks
Coming into the season, many draft experts said that Al Horford was the prospect most ready to step in and play right away. Horford has proven that to be true and is now a fixture in the Hawks starting lineup. He’s a very solid player who has superstar potential down the line.

Sean […]

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February 18th, 2008

Top Fantasy Basketball Rookie Power Forwards

Luis Scola, Houston Rockets
Now that he’s in the starting lineup, there’s no reason why Luis Scola can’t be the best rookie power forward in the NBA. He’s experienced, smart and plays in a system conducive to his strengths. He should eventually become a player who can average around 12 and 8 on the NBA level.

Yi […]

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February 17th, 2008

Top Fantasy Basketball Rookie Small Forwards

Jamario Moon, Toronto Raptors
With the Raptors, Jamario Moon has become a sort of cult hero. An athletic freak, Moon took an unconventional route to the NBA and is now playing a big role on one of the better teams in the Eastern Conference. He looks to be a fixture in the Raptors starting […]

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