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September 2009
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Recently by Tom PlanchetReal GM.com is quoting a Times-Pic story saying that Jeff Bower still has another move on deck. I can only imagine what it might be. The Hornets don't have many attractive 'dealable' players that aren't expected to have big roles this season. ...John Hollinger of ESPN.com says so far this offseason, the Hornets' GM has had to try to satisfy the competing interests of Chris Paul and George Shinn. He says Shinn wants to cut salary, but Paul wants a championship-caliber team. My take is that for the Hornets... The Hornets have traded guard Rasual Butler to the Clippers in exchange for a conditional second-round pick. Juan's Thoughts: I think it definitely was partially due to giving the Hornets some salary relief, but I also think they like how Julian Wright is playing and he will be given the opportunity to start. They also like their depth there with Marcus Thornton, who they picked up in the second round. I also think they f... Chris Paul expects the Hornets to show more urgency and he's excited about playing with Emeka Okafor. ...Howard Cooper of CNNSI.com says the trade for an expensive player like Emeka Okafor shows the team isn't conceding anything in the West. ...Tony Mejia of Pro Basketball News says the trade is no big deal, involving two fair-to-middlin' players who probably won't move the bar for either team. ...The Hornets seem to be content to sit and wait in free agency, while one of ESPN.com's writers wonders if Chris Paul will get the chance to contend for a title. ...Brandon Bass will be plying his trade in Orlando for the next four years. The Hornets say they're doing what they planned to do. I guess we need to take them at their word for now, but Pargo for $2 million seemed reasonable compared to what others make. ...According to GM Jeff Bower, the team isn't looking to unload Tyson Chandler and isn't seeking a deal. That doesn't mean they aren't listening to any offers though. ...ESPN arranged with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to grant the wish of a 10-year-old boy with cancer. The young man called it the "best day of my life." ... |
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