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Hedo Throws a Curveball

Hedo Throws a Curveball

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Hedo Throws a Curveball

It was originally reported that Hedo would sign with the Portland Trailblazers.  It was also reported that Marion was close to a deal with the Raptors.  All that changed just now.

Source: Turkoglu changes mind on Blazers - NBA - Yahoo! Sports

Free agent Hedo Turkoglu(notes) has backed out of his commitment to the Portland Trail Blazers and could be signing with the Toronto Raptors, a source close to the talks told Yahoo! Sports on Friday night. Turkoglu had agreed on a five-year, $50 million deal with the Blazers, but changed his mind and could be headed for a five-year, $56 million deal with the Raptors. Toronto would have to renounce three free agents – Shawn Marion, Carlos Delfino and Anthony Parker – to create the cap space for Turkoglu. Apparently, the Blazers are already busy exploring other free-agent options for the $9 million in salary-cap space. Five years ago, Turkoglu was close to signing with the Phoenix Suns that now-Toronto GM Bryan Colangelo was running, but changed his mind and went to the Orlando Magic.

So now I believe that means Marion, Delfino, and Parker are all unrestricted free agents.

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An open letter to Danny: why you messed up.

Missed this FanPost from yesterday but I'm promoting it to the Front Page today.  Enjoy.  -Jeff

Feelings aside, it makes sense why you didn’t give an offer to Leon Powe, and allowed him to walk out of the Garden doors toward the path of free agency. Financially, you need to save every penny that you possibly can in order to chase down guys like ‘Sheed. Logistically, you need to save every coveted roster spot for a player that can offer on-the-court contributions toward the ultimate goal of raising the 18th banner in the 2009-2010 season.

I understand all of these reasons.

I am not a GM. I don’t work in a front office. I am not handling someone else’s millions of dollars... but that doesn’t mean I can’t be critical about this decision.

Remember last year when you kept Sam Cassell along for just over $1 million to wear a suit instead of a uniform? Remember when you signed Patrick O’Bryant to a 1-year contract and offered him a roster spot? Remember how you’ve kind of stuck with this guy named Gabe Pruitt that can’t really shoot, pass, or drive sober? Yeah I remember how all of these guys took a roster spot on the Boston Celtics at the start of the 2008-2009 season.

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Latest Sheed Updates

Not sure if this is really new news, but it gives us a timetable to work with.

Wallace weighing offer - Boston.com

Rasheed Wallace is not expected to make a decision on the Celtics' offer of a mid-level exception contract for at least a week.

Update: Interesting to learn of the Cavs lack of interest.  Also, it seems like the Celtics might be willing to go to 3 years (not confirmed):

'Sheed receptive to Celts, but will shop - CBSSports.com

Contract parameters were discussed -- it is believed Wallace would get the mid-level for 2-3 years -- but Wallace wants to hear other offers. According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, the Cavaliers have yet to contact Wallace, indicating their lack of interest. San Antonio has expressed interest, and the Orlando Sentinel reported Friday that the Magic have contacted Wallace's agent, Bill Strickland.

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Wallace Agent Tells Tanguay, Rasheed Would Be Great Fit with Big 3

Seems like Doc's reputation as a good players coach helps the situation. As does Ray Allen's charity work.

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Daily Links 7/3

Herald  Celtics make offer to Wallace
Ron Artest says he’s going to LA
C’s press for Rasheed WallaceC’s press for Rasheed Wallace
Globe    Artest to join Lakers
Marbury believes Celtics days are over
Celtics offer Wallace a contract

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Dominos Falling And Other Thoughts

GM KG will see you now.

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GM KG will see you now.

I know there is a lot of hand wringing going on right now because so many contending teams have made moves to improve themselves and the Celtics have not.  To be honest, I'm a little nervous myself.  Still, I'm not going to worry too much here on the 3rd day of free agency.  A lot can happen this summer and it isn't really fair to judge the offseason till the dust has settled a bit.

With that said, I'm not above a few knee jerk reactions, so here's some quick thoughts on the events thus far.

  • The Celtics have established a plan A and they still have a very good chance at getting that done.  I'm not crazy about Sheed but I admit he's potentially a good fit.  At this point I want things to work out if only because the team has put all their eggs in this basket.  Losing him now would be embarrassing to say the least.
  • Plan B appears to be to split the MLE between a few players like Grant Hill and McDyess.  But the longer we wait on Sheed, the less likely we are to get the players we'd value the highest.  That's troubling.
  • Meanwhile, even though the Cavs have added Shaq to the mix, so far they've struck out in free agency.  They wanted Artest, no dice.  They wanted Ariza, nope.  That kind of makes me feel better, but it also makes me wonder if they'll make a late push for Sheed now.
  • I won't shed a tear for Steph.  What exactly was he expecting from us?  A long term contract?
  • I may just shed a tear for Powe though.  Sounds like he was willing to come back for a 1 year deal.  I'm not happy about this at all.
  • When did Kevin Garnett become assistant GM?  First his pal Cassell showed up.  Then he gave his OK to proceed with Marbury.  Now he's recruiting buddy Sheed and the C's are said to be interested in his best pal Ty Lue.  Too bad he doesn't have any ties to Shawn Marion.  Are there any other members of his posse that we should invite to the summer league?
  • Frankly I don't buy the fact that a lot of teams want Baby.  I'm sure his agent fed that info to Tanguay and I'm sure a lot of teams have "interest" in Baby, but I don't think any of them will break the bank for him.  Two of the most talked about teams are the Pistons and Griz and both already spent the large part of their money.
  • We still have a great starting five, provided they are healthy.  We still need to seriously upgrade the bench.  So far, not much has changed.
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"Solid, thorough, cogent and very impressive," Wallace's agent, Bill Strickland, told SI.com about Boston's recruiting trip. "[They] definitely gave Rasheed and his wife something to think about."

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Steph May Be Done Here

We hardly knew ya.

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We hardly knew ya.

The Globe Reports:

Celtics free agent guard Stephon Marbury said to The Globe early Friday morning that he doesn't expect to be returning to Boston after receiving a disappointing one-year contract paying $1.3 million using the veteran's minimum.

The 32-year-old said three other teams, which he would not disclose, are currently interested.

Despite the disappointment for Marbury, he was thankful the Celtics gave him a chance after his Knicks situation ended.

"Thank you Boston for allowing the world to see me play again after all that went on in N.Y.," said Marbury, via e-mail to The Globe. "The fans treated me with open arms and that's all anyone can ask for."

Boston has three other point guards on the roster in Rajon Rondo, Eddie House and Gabe Pruitt, who has a team option for next season that must be decided upon by Aug. 1. The Celtics have also inquired about Orlando free agent point guard Tyronn Lue.

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