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    Finals tix

    If or when the finals tickets presale password comes out I would greatly appreciate it if someone could send it to me. Thanks to a few of the message board members I was able to purchase tickets during the presale for game 6. It was an awesome atmosphere and win the 'Ship.
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    List of Free Agent PG's

    Damon Stoudamire- Same game as Jameer just much older. Does he have anything in the tank? He did not look good with the Spurs last year, but was said to have a great workout with the Suns earlier this year. Shaun Livingston- I have no idea his status. The talent was definitely there prior to the injury last year. Is he still recovering or is his explosiveness just gone? Getting cut by the Heat makes you worry. Eddie Gill
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    List of Free Agent PG's

    Damon Stoudamire- Same game as Jameer just much older. Does he have anything in the tank? He did not look good with the Spurs last year, but was said to have a great workout with the Suns earlier this year. Shaun Livingston- I have no idea his status. The talent was definitely there prior to the injury last year. Is he still recovering or is his explosiveness just gone? Getting cut by the Heat makes you worry. Eddie Gill
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    We could really use McDyess!!!!!!!!

    Make it a three way trade, We get McDyess Denver gets Battie. A win/ win for both teams
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    Dooling not returning to O. Magic (O. Sen)

    If the Magic are unwilling to go in the luxury tax, then why did they sign Rashard Lewis? Ownership had to approve the Rashard Lewis deal, did they expect to put a winning product on the floor without going into the luxury tax?
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    The Official Otis Smith Appreciation Thread

    For the money the Magic gave Rashard Lewis last year, they could of gotten 3 Mikael Pietrus's. I've wanted Otis to sign Pietrus to an offer sheet last year, but all in all a good signing. The Magic now have three positions solidified out of 5, SG, C, and SF. Now if they can just get a PF and a PG they would be deep and talented. I think the Magic are going to make a major move before this year's trading deadline. Unfortunately, I think we will be saying goodbye to Mr. Turkoglu in the long run.
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    The Draft Gurus

    In light of reading Ball Junkies J.J. Redick draft post, I have an idea to keep a running yearly post in regards to the Magic's draft to be evaluated every year. I am not sure the best way to set this up, but maybe some of the vets on here have input. This way in the long-run we will see who has the best eye for talent. I would actually propose to do this after the draft for numerous reasons. 1. You could not pick a player who had been drafted before the Magic's pick. 2. If the Magic pick up an additional pick or move up, you need the additional information. I would also include a section to pick the 3 best players from the draft. Everyone could post the thoughts on who the Magic should have drafted and why. Lock the thread two weeks after the draft and pick it back up next year. Any thoughts?
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    The Draft Gurus

    In light of reading Ball Junkies J.J. Redick draft post, I have an idea to keep a running yearly post in regards to the Magic's draft to be evaluated every year. I am not sure the best way to set this up, but maybe some of the vets on here have input. This way in the long-run we will see who has the best eye for talent. I would actually propose to do this after the draft for numerous reasons. 1. You could not pick a player who had been drafted before the Magic's pick. 2. If the Magic pick up an additional pick or move up, you need the additional information. I would also include a section to pick the 3 best players from the draft. Everyone could post the thoughts on who the Magic should have drafted and why. Lock the thread two weeks after the draft and pick it back up next year. Any thoughts?
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    Where in the World is Milovan Rakovic?

    The reason M. Rakovic was the last pick in the draft is that he has no plans of coming to the NBA. He was originally projectedas a late first/ early second round pick. Once teams knew his intentions they dropped him off draft boards. With that said, I think it was a good gamble for the Magic. That pick probably would of never made the roster had they used it on someone else, now they at least have his rights should something change in the future.
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    A bit of analysis and frustration from a new member

    It is nice to see the Magic finally put on a consistent winning product, something we have not seen since the Shaq days. I think the majority of posters and readers are ecstatic about the team, but when you look out West and look to the top of the Eastern conference, I think many also wonder if the Magic are good enough. You pointed out a .500 record against teams over .500. That won't get you very far in the playoffs. Good post overall, just remember alot of frustations over the Magic's current decisions are a result of many failures and we all know it started with letting Shaq go and got worse from there. So a lot including myself are a little trigger happy to scrutinize a Magic move. The Magic are playoff bound, I will be there, will you?
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    Chris Webber back in two weeks

    I think more people would feel that way if they thought there was any chance of trading Rashard. Rashard and Hedo cannot coexist (as starters) so one must go. Does anyone really thing Rashard can be dealt or Otis would deal him? That leaves Hedo on the short end.
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    Rashard Struggling? Thank our coach for that

    Quote By: alexjbaum10 quote: HAHAHAHAHAHA! i really had hoped it never came to that on these boards...worst argument ever...great story though, it was really moving...so what youre trying to say is you adapted, so why cant rashard? Try adapting in the NBA, let me know how that goes...im in agreement now that rashard is overpaid, but the players you used as an example were some of the games greatest, rashard is just a very good offensive player in this league, thats it ______________________________________________ Isn't this the argument with J.J. Redick, doesn't he have to adapt his game, thus improve his defense to get on the floor. I didn't overpay Rashard nor did you, but Rashard wanted a max contract, he needs to be working for it. And yes, it comes to that, you improve at any level to get better. Maybe Dwight Howard shouldn't adapt anymore because he's in the NBA. And you don't know me, so don't comment on where I've been where I've played and my personal experiences.
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    Rashard Struggling? Thank our coach for that

    I think the one of Rashard's biggest detriments, is that we the fans and even the media are trying to make him something he's not. He is not a star in this league, and not even close to a superstar. We all have to live with the fact the Magic severly overpaid him and he will never live up to expectations. I wish Shard had the intensity and work ethic to be the best, but after watching him disappear on the floor at times, I doubt he becomes that. I put Rashard in the following group: Cory Maggette, Ben Gordan, a younger Finly or Stackhouse, Jason Richardson, Peja S., M. Okur, Jamal Crawford, Richard Jefferson, Andrei Igudoula, among others. These guys all have superior games and definately are above average. They just aren't superstars are even stars. They are players who end up getting overpaid because they do something very well. Of course this list of names are all opinion and arguments could easily be made. But this is the caliber of player I feel Shard is.
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    Rashard Struggling? Thank our coach for that

    quote: Originally posted by Orlando Mellow: quote: Originally posted by Courtskils: For the contract he signed, he should be the guy who wants to guard the other teams best player, whether he's a post or a wing. When you pay a guy league max he should have the intensity to want the ball every possession, he should have that killer instince. Rashard, however just wants to fit in. Well if you don't want to lead, don't try and get paid like a leader. Honestly, don't you think management had conversations with Rashard about intensity, leading, and playing like he's getting paid. I don't see Rashard complaining to Van Gundy about the way he is used, speak up. Quote by: Matias JJ That's pretty shortsighted. Courtskills should see Lewis isn't at fault for Otis having thrown a bunch of money at him and expect him to become Keven Garnett. Rashard never in his 9 year career has had to play this way. Is like asking a guy like Dirk Nowitzki to play center just because he's 7 feet and to expect good defense against the good centers of this league. Sorry you can't understand this. I also agree 100% with the opening post ________________________________________________ Matias Have you played the game of basketball. I was forced to play out of position for years, you kow what I did, adapated. Being on the court was more important than playing a position. I took pride in guarding the best, pleaying the elite, and having an inside out game. The majority of stars in the league have versitile enough games to play multiple positions. The lone exception has always been the center position. Remember Magic Johnson playing center in the finals? Charles Barkley developed a 3 point shot. Karl Malone was one of the worst shooters and developed an 18 foot game. If you want to be paid like a star then play like one. Rashard signed the contract, he should take the responsibility that comes with it. If Drew Gooden kills us inside during the game, if I'm Rashard Lewis, I tell the coach put me on Gooden, that is a superstar, knowing you are better offensively and defensively than your opponent.
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    Rashard Struggling? Thank our coach for that

    For the contract he signed, he should be the guy who wants to guard the other teams best player, whether he's a post or a wing. When you pay a guy league max he should have the intensity to want the ball every possession, he should have that killer instince. Rashard, however just wants to fit in. Well if you don't want to lead, don't try and get paid like a leader. Honestly, don't you think management had conversations with Rashard about intensity, leading, and playing like he's getting paid. I don't see Rashard complaining to Van Gundy about the way he is used, speak up.
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