CELTS PASS ON MARBURY

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By MARC BERMAN

Last updated: 5:16 am
July 9, 2009
Posted: 2:15 am
July 9, 2009

Stephon Marbury told The Post last night he won't be returning to the Celtics and is eyeing Europe stronger than ever.

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Marbury, 32, has been talking to teams in three different European countries, including Italy, the past few weeks and is growing more intrigued if a strong NBA offer does not come along soon.

The Celtics have told Marbury they are not going to re-sign him after netting Rasheed Wallace. Marbury has been using Players Association attorney Hal Biagas as his agent.

"If I have to give it overseas, I'll give it overseas," Marbury said. "I like the Europe option to bring the Starbury [sneaker] brand there and sponsor soccer players."

As far as his NBA future, Marbury said he realizes he's not in solid bargaining position because of how little he's played recently. He joined Boston in late February after sitting out the entire season in a dispute with the Knicks.

"The Knicks put me in a really bad situation, a really bad spot, so I'm still waiting," Marbury said. "Teams are still shopping.

DAMN (excuse my language) I REALLY WANTED TO SIGN MARBURY WITH THE LEAGUE MINIMUM (1.5 Million).