Hello, folks, and welcome to a "Power Outage Edition" of this week's Waiver Wire, where only on an island in the middle of nowhere can you lose power and cell phone service for three days in perfect weather.
Well, such is life, and my understanding is that I'm missing the first snow of the year by being down here, so it's a tradeoff I'm willing to make. I have been able, however, to keep abreast of the situation in the NBA; therefore, this week's Waiver Wire, although a bit tardy, should be as helpful as ever.
We're just about a month into the season, and role players are starting to define said roles. They're also starting to establish themselves, fantasy-wise. It's important to note the percentage of ownership, however. Some of these players are being snatched up at a pretty good clip, so you may have to act more quickly now than you would normally later in the season.
These players are here to help you fix an underperforming draft choice or two, so let's take a look at this ...
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DESPERATE MARBURY BEGS FOR EXIT, RIPS D'ANTONI
nypost.com 11/28/2008 — In an exclusive, hour-long interview with The Post following his latest collision with controversy, Stephon Marbury yesterday said he does not want to play for a coach he can't trust - and pleaded with Knicks brass to set him free. Marbury might...
Of minutes, Joey and the train wreck in New York
thestar.blogs.com 11/28/2008 — Great. Now there’s a standard to meet. I kid.
Seriously, the thing yesterday was a great honour and totally unexpected and very, very, very much appreciated. So, too are the various kind words and nice notes from so many of you. Very cool. Very ...
Knicks suspend Stephon Marbury
insidehoops.com 11/28/2008 — New York Knickerbockers President of Basketball Operations Donnie Walsh announced today that guard Stephon Marbury has been suspended one game without pay and his salary will be reduced an additional 1/110th for refusing to play when called upon on Wednesday, Nov. 26 at Detroit. Marbury will ...
Marbury Suspended One Game, Knicks Score $189,460
postingandtoasting.com 11/28/2008 — In response to this season's second refusal to play basketball on Wednesday in Detroit, Stephon Marbury has been suspended one game by the Knicks.
"A player's central obligation is to provide his professional services when called upon," team ...