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Archive for April 2008

April 30th, 2008

Avery Johnson Fired – Fantasy Perspective

Shortly after the Dallas Mavericks were eliminated from the 2008 NBA playoffs by the New Orleans Hornets, rumors surfaced that Avery Johnson will be fired. Johnson, the head coach of the Mavericks, is just a couple years removed from leading Dallas to the NBA Finals.
However, since that appearance in the Finals, everything has been […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

April 30th, 2008

Mike D’Antoni Fired – Fantasy Perspective

Mike D’Antoni of the Phoenix Suns has reportedly coached his final game for the Suns. On Tuesday night, D’Antoni and the Suns were eliminated from the 2008 NBA playoffs by the San Antonio Spurs after losing Game 5 92-87.
If the reports are true and D’Antoni is let go, there could be major changes in […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 1 comment

April 29th, 2008

2009 Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft

While it’s early, the 2008-09 fantasy basketball mock drafts are starting to come out. Here is our current top ten heading into next season:
1) Chris Paul, New Orleans Hornets
After an amazing fantasy season, Chris Paul is the no-brainer pick for the top spot in next year’s fantasy basketball draft. He’s a superstar who can be […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

April 28th, 2008

NBA Basketball Playoff Update 2008 - Fantasy Perspective

Los Angeles Lakers - 3
Denver Nuggets - 0
The Lakers are dominating the Nuggets and the Nuggets seem to be splintering. This could very likely end in a sweep.
New Orleans Hornets – 3
Dallas Mavericks – 1
The Hornets got a big win in Game 4. It’s looking like the end of the Mavs is near.
San Antonio Spurs […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

April 27th, 2008

Josh Howard Admits to Marijuana - Fantasy Impact

Josh Howard of the Dallas Mavericks admitted to smoking marijuana in the offseason while on Michael Irvin’s radio show in Dallas. While Howard isn’t expected to be penalized by either the NBA or the Mavs for his comments, could there be an impact on his fantasy basketball worth?
It’s doubtful Howard will lose significant fantasy value […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

April 27th, 2008

Best Fantasy Basketball Centers in 2008

1) Marcus Camby, Denver Nuggets
The main knock on Marcus Camby through the years has been his inability to stay healthy. This season, Camby only missed three games. Fantasy-wise, Camby was the most dominant fantasy basketball center in 2008 – easily. His rebounds and blocks made him a one-man wrecking crew.
2) Pau Gasol, Los Angeles Lakers
Pau […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

April 25th, 2008

AJ Abrams 2008 NBA Draft Prospect

Although AJ Abrams declared for the 2008 NBA Draft, most draft experts believe that Abrams will end up returning to the University of Texas. While Abrams is a solid talent, he isn’t a first round prospect at this point. If he returns to Texas, his stock will likely rise enough for him to […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

April 25th, 2008

Gilbert Arenas Playoff Injury Update

Bad news for Gilbert Arenas. Although the Washington Wizards were able to win Game 3, Arenas seemingly suffered another setback. Arenas left the game with an injury to his surgically repaired knee.
It’s the same knee that forced Arenas to miss last year’s playoffs and almost the entire regular season. The good news […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

April 24th, 2008

Best Fantasy Basketball Power Forwards in 2008

1) Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix Suns
As the season went on, Amare Stoudemire got strong and stronger. By the last couple months of the season, Stoudemire was by far the best fantasy basketball bigman in the game. His past injury concerns are now behind him.
Amare Dunk Mix …

2) Kevin Garnett, Boston Celtics
The only reason Kevin Garnett slipped […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

April 23rd, 2008

DJ Augustin 2008 NBA Draft Prospect

While there are a lot of point guards in the 2008 NBA Draft, DJ Augustin is unique in many ways. The University of Texas point guard is expected to be drafted at some point in the first round, most likely between picks 12 and 20.
The first thing you notice about Augustin is his size – […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

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