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> Hedo Turkoglu has backed out of negotiations with the Blazers, which could pave the way for David Lee to Portland. "We had been talking, but we'll talk now," Lee's agent Mark Bartlestein told The Post last night. Turkoglu reportedly agreed to...
Hedo Turkoglu pulls out of talks with Portland Trail Blazers, source says
Hedo Turkoglu pulls out of talks with Portland Trail Blazers, source says
sports.espn.go.com — Hedo Turkoglu has broken off negotiations with the Portland Trail Blazers, a source told ESPN's Ric Bucher on Friday night. (more) Hedo Turkoglu pulls out of talks with Portland Trail ...
Hedo Turkoglu rejects Blazers, ends negotiations
Hedo Turkoglu rejects Blazers, ends negotiations
blog.oregonlive.com — It's unclear where Blazers will turn next to upgrade their roster (more) Hedo Turkoglu rejects Blazers, ends negotiations
New Target: David Lee?
New Target: David Lee?
bustabucket.com — In an article from Hoopsworld.com via Marc Berman of the New York Post, The Blazers could be shifting their focus to Knicks power forward David Lee. "We had been talking, but we'll talk now," Lee's agent Mark Bartlestein told The Post last night. Turkoglu reportedly agreed to terms ... (more) New Target: David Lee?
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Does Turkoglu's Switcharoo Change Things?
Posting and Toasting — ... . Now that he's pulled a Turkish Two-Step and made a beeline for Toronto, things may change. Here's Marc Berman in another brilliantly-headlined piece: ...

Berman : Lee To Cash In On Turkoglu’s Flip-Flop
Can't Stop The Bleeding — ... in the NBA left some observers to conclude David Lee would have no choice but to return to the Knicks, with few, if any suitors having the requisite cap space to recruit the former Gator. While the Daily News’ Frank Isola encourages the Knicks to pursue free agent PG Allen Iverson, Hedu Turkoglu’s stunning decision to bail on Portland’s offer in favor of a 5-year pact with Toronto makes the Blazers Lee’s most likely new suitors, the New York Post’s Marc Berman. The Blazers have long lusted after Lee, ...

According to a person familiar with the situation, two of [Nate] Robinson's five most serious...
Third Quarter Collapse — ... Marc Berman of the New York Post writes that the Orlando Magic have made Nate Robinson one of their free-agency targets. His report corroborates ...

Heard It Through the Grapevine
The Two Man Game — ... up a great point in his Mavs-centric breakdown of Turkoglu’s free agent signing: Carlos Delfino and Anthony Parker are not only expendable commodities at this point, but unwanted free agents that could end up in a bargain bin.  Both would look pretty excellent in a Mavs’ uniform right about now, but don’t be surprised if one or both of them end up heading to Europe if they don’t find a contract to their tastes. Look, I love puns, but this has gone too far. The other half of Third Quarter Collapse, Eddy Rivera, analyzes ...

Washington favorites for Marbury?
Bullets ForeverWashington favorites for Marbury? I'm still trying to figure out why this would make sense for the Wizards.

Hedo Helping Hopes Of David Lee In Portland?
Hooped Up — ... reportedly agreed to terms with Portland early yesterday on a $10 million per year deal, then ended negotiations and was said to be Toronto-bound, according to ESPN.com. The Blazers have long lusted after Lee, who also seeks $10 million per season, exactly the amount the Blazers are under the cap. Bartlestein said because Lee is restricted, the Blazers were fearful of waiting 10 days to see if the Knicks would match and instead jumped at the surer thing in Turkoglu. New York Post Related posts: ...

Bold Prediction: Steve Nash Will End Up In New York This Summer
Dime Magazine — ... , Mike D’Antoni is one of his best friends and the Suns are about to implode. Although the two-time MVP isn’t an unrestricted free agent until next season, I’d bet money that Nash ends up in NYC this summer. According to the ...

New Target: David Lee?
Bust a Bucket - A Portland Trail Blazers Blog — ... In an article from Hoopsworld.com via Marc Berman of the New York Post, The Blazers could be shifting their focus to Knicks power forward David Lee. ...

Free Agency Plan Z = David Lee?
Rip City Project | A Portland Trailblazers blog — ... Take this with however many grains of salt you like. Marc Berman of the New York Post reports that the whole Losing Hedo saga may lead to Portland going after David Lee. Quotables from the story: ...

Blazers Have Eyes on Pair of Knicks
The Baseline — ... The free-agent chatter has been fairly quiet in regards to Lee, who's one of the top power forwards available. According to the New York Post, the Blazers have been interested in Lee but were worried about the Knicks matching the offer -- so they first tried to strike a deal with Turkoglu. ...

Bulls Make Inquiry About Nate Robinson
DabullzAccording to Marc Berman of the New York Post, the Chicago Bulls have made an inquiry about Nate Robinson. Other teams who have made inquiries are the Blazers, where Robinson is beloved by Nate McMillan and Brandon Roy, Miami and the Bulls, who are in need of bench scoring after Ben Gordon’s defection to Detroit. I don’t think the Bulls are serious about Nate Robinson, and would not expect them to get him. He is only 5′9″, and we’ve seen how the Bulls treat short scorers. Robinson’s ...

Sunday's Big Play and Other Free MLB Picks
Visionary's Free Sports Picks & Sports Handicapping Blog — ... The Weekend's Top Sports Stories: "2009-10 Free NFL Preseason Prop Picks" -Bankroll Sports "David Lee to the Blazers" -NY Post "Steve McNair & Wife Found Dead" -ESPN "2009 College Football Coaching Changes" -Bankroll Sports "Timmy Chang's Latest Incident" -Sharapova's Thigh "USA's Greatest Sports Moments ...

Big Baby the Big Consolation Prize?
RedsArmy.com - The Voice Of Celtics Fans — ... frustrating when you call for something and the guys go out and turn the ball over,” Rondo said. “But it’s only two days, and the guys are coming from different teams and systems, so it’s hard. But I’m cool. I get to look at things and learn the coach’s perspective.” Speaking of summer camp, Ainge says Bill Walker is competing against J.R. Giddens for a roster spot. The same can be said for Gabe Pruitt and Lester Hudson. The NY Post has Marbury headed to Washington: ...

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sports.espn.go.com 7/5/2009 — In the wake of losing Hedo Turkoglu, the Portland Trail Blazers have become engaged in serious discussions about making an offer to New York Knicks restricted free agent David Lee, ESPN.com learned Saturday.
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